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Alfredo J Garcia, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. His academic research focuses on understanding local brain circuit physiology and its impact on blood gas homeostasis. He studies the hippocampus, a crucial brain region for learning and memory, as well as brainstem networks involved in cardio-respiratory control. His scholarly interests include Adult Neurogenesis, Hypoxia, Sleep Apnea, and Synaptic Plasticity. He has contributed significantly to the field with multiple publications exploring ventilatory responses to opioid-induced respiratory depression, the metabolic trade-offs triggered by neonatal sepsis, and the regulation of mitochondrial calcium homeostasis in ischemic conditions. With a strong background in Biomedical Science from Wright State University and a Bachelor’s in Biological Science from Ohio State University, Dr. Garcia is involved in various research activities and collaborations aimed at advancing our understanding of neurobiological processes.
University of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Teaching and conducting research in neurobiology and related fields.
Department of Philosophy