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Dr. Wayne Bowen is a Professor Emeritus in Neuroscience at Brown University, recognized for his extensive research into sigma receptors, which are membrane proteins that bind to important classes of psychoactive drugs. He obtained a B.S. in Chemistry from Morgan State College in 1974, followed by a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Neurobiology from Cornell University in 1981. He has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor and Associate Professor, before being promoted to Professor in 2004. His research notably focuses on the activation of sigma-2 receptors and their role in programmed cell death (apoptosis), which could serve as mechanisms for regulating cell proliferation and survival. He is also involved in the pharmacology program at Brown University and has taught several courses on endocrinology and neuroscience. Dr. Bowen's work has garnered funding from several institutes including NIDA and NINDS, and he has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field. A member of several professional organizations, he has made significant contributions to understanding the complex interactions of sigma receptors in cancer biology and neuropharmacology.
Brown University • Providence, RI
Professor in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology, Physiology & Biotechnology at Brown University.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases • Bethesda, MD
Established the Unit of Receptor Biochemistry in the Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry.
Brown University • Providence, RI
Assistant Professor in the Biology Section, focusing on endocrinology and biochemistry.
Department: Department of Economics