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Sven Eric Jordt is a Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at Duke University and a prominent researcher in the field of chemical sensing, pain, and inflammation. His laboratory focuses on the mechanisms that enable the human and animal senses of touch, pain, and irritation, originating from peripheral sensory neurons that translate external stimuli into neural activity. With a goal to identify the molecular components of sensory signaling pathways, his research aims to understand how sensory neurons become activated and sensitized under conditions of injury, inflammation, and chronic pain. The lab employs a range of molecular, genetic, and physiological techniques to study models that closely mimic human conditions. Current research projects include understanding the role of TRP ion channels as targets for pain relief, investigating sensory neurons' mediation of itch in allergic conditions, and providing insights into the effects of chemical exposures and tobacco regulatory science, particularly menthol's role in smoke inhalation. He has also received several grants, supporting advanced research into environmental health and tobacco product safety, and collaborates with national agencies to mitigate harmful effects of chemical agents.
Department of Anesthesiology, Duke University • Durham, NC
Teaching and research in anesthesiology, focusing on pain mechanisms.
Yale University, School of Medicine • New Haven, CT
Affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry teaching courses related to pharmacology.
Yale University, School of Medicine • New Haven, CT
Conducted research and taught in the Department of Pharmacology.
Yale University, School of Medicine • New Haven, CT
Developed research programs and taught pharmacology.
Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)