Dr. Jack Elias

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Biography

Jack Elias is the Warren Alpert Foundation Professor of Translational Science and a professor of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, and Medicine at Brown University. His research focuses on cellular and molecular investigations into the pathogenesis, lung injury, and repair mechanisms. His laboratory employs murine modeling systems and genetically modified mice alongside human samples to delineate fundamental biological paradigms relevant to significant human lung diseases. Major research interests include understanding the mechanisms of Th2 inflammation and lung remodeling related to asthma, cigarette smoke-induced lung injury pertinent to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and the investigation of biomarkers associated with injury and repair in pulmonary fibrosis, particularly idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and Hermansky Pudlak Syndrome. Elias is also interested in the roles of chitinases and chitinase-like proteins in lung injury repair, as well as genetic modifiers of TGF-B1 and their implications in injury and fibrosis.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Medicine

1990-01-01 — Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Jack Elias has served as a Professor of Medicine at Brown University, contributing significantly to the field of lung research.

Waldemar Von Zedtwitz Professor

2000-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Brown University • Providence, RI

Held the position of Waldemar Von Zedtwitz Professor, focusing on teaching and research in pulmonary and critical care medicine.

Chairman of Medicine

2006-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Brown University • Providence, RI

Oversaw the Department of Medicine, impacting both academic and clinical practices.

Dean of Medicine and Biology

2013-01-01 — Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Currently serves as Dean of Medicine and Biology, shaping the educational and research missions of the institution.

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics