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Robert Wiseman is a Professor in the Department of Physiology at Michigan State University. His research focuses on metabolic regulation and functional imaging of excitable cells, exploring cellular adaptation to stress and stem cell plasticity. He conducts studies on blood flow and perfusion to understand the regulation of metabolism in excitable tissues including skeletal muscle, brain, and heart. Dr. Wiseman's work investigates the physiological function of skeletal muscle, which constitutes 40-45% of body mass in an average adult, and its critical role in glucose homeostasis. His laboratory employs advanced techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging and spectroscopy to non-invasively measure blood flow, perfusion, and energy dynamics. Additionally, he utilizes computational biophysical methods, mathematical modeling, high-resolution respirometry, and genetic modifications in transgenic animals to induce metabolic challenges and further his research in metabolic diseases such as diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
Department of Psychology