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Xu Chen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosciences at the University of California, San Diego. His research primarily focuses on the mechanisms of neurodegeneration, particularly in relation to tau pathology and its modulation by various factors such as testosterone and ketone bodies. He has received various accolades for his research contributions, including the 2016 Alzheimer’s Association Awards for Excellence in Alzheimer's Research and the 2010 DeLill Nasser Award for Professional Development from the Genetics Society of America. Chen is actively involved in several NIH-funded research activities investigating metabolic regulation in tauopathies and the development of therapeutic strategies. His work aims to elucidate the intricate molecular pathways involved in neurodegenerative diseases, offering insights into potential interventions for improving neurological health.
University of California, San Diego • La Jolla, CA
Leading research projects in neurodegeneration and tauopathies, engaging in teaching and mentoring students in the field.
Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).