Dr. James Gardiner

Associate Professor

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Biography

James Gardiner is an Associate Professor of Molecular Physiology at Imperial College London, specializing in the mechanisms regulating energy homeostasis. He completed a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at the University of Birmingham in 1989 and earned a PhD in Biochemistry and Physiology from Imperial College. His research primarily focuses on using genetic models to investigate novel mechanisms that regulate energy homeostasis. Dr. Gardiner is an expert in utilizing recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) and stereotaxic injection techniques to manipulate protein expression in specific regions of the central nervous system, particularly emphasizing the roles of the hypothalamus and brainstem. His work aims to understand the complex physiological processes that regulate energy and glucose homeostasis, identifying the roles of various proteins, including prokineticins, and exploring their potential as therapeutic targets for obesity treatment. His research has been supported by significant funding from organizations such as the BBSRC, MRC, and the EU.

Research Interests

Requirements for Imperial College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Materials Science Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Chemical Engineering Physics Chemistry
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • CV/resume
  • Official university transcripts
  • Two academic or professional references
  • Application fee (£90)
Specialization Notes

Specialisms available in Materials for the Energy Transition or Theory and Simulation of Materials.