Dr. Artin Shoukas

Biography

Artin Shoukas is a prominent researcher in the field of Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University. He conducts extensive research in systems analysis of circulatory systems physiology, focusing on how alterations in venous capacitance function and the carotid sinus baroreceptor reflex system impact cardiac output, particularly in astronauts after long-term exposure to microgravity. He aims to enhance understanding of cardiovascular adjustments required during space flight and implications for countermeasures against orthostatic hypotension. By employing a tail-suspended rat model, he simulates the pathophysiological effects associated with microgravity. His research also delves into the molecular consequences of exposure to ionizing radiation, which potentially leads to cardiovascular complications via chronic inflammation and oxidative stress. He investigates the mechanisms by which radiation affects myocardial and endothelial cell function in the context of space flight, utilizing acute oxidative stress models and various bioassays. Shoukas has a PhD from Case Western Reserve University and has been recognized for his contributions to the field with multiple publications and innovative research proposals.

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