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Reiko Matsui, MD, is an Assistant Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Vascular Biology. Dr. Matsui is dedicated to researching oxidative stress and its role in cardiovascular diseases. Her primary focus is on the enzyme glutaredoxin-1 (Glrx) and its impact on cellular signaling and transcription. She has identified Glrx as an anti-angiogenic molecule that suppresses hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF)-1a activation, which has significant implications for ischemic limb vascularization in diabetes and aged individuals. Her work includes exploring Glrx's role in tumor angiogenesis and liver fibrosis, demonstrating its influence in fibrotic processes. With a rich background in internal medicine, Dr. Matsui aims to translate her research findings into therapeutic strategies for patients. As a member of the Boston University Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute, she collaborates on multiple research projects funded through various agencies. Dr. Matsui’s work is instrumental in investigating the vascular complications associated with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency and its potential contributions to cardiovascular disease.
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA
Teaching and conducting research in Vascular Biology.
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