Robert Edward Ferrell
Keywords : Agricultural and Biological Sciences Biochemistry Genetics and Molecular Biology Environmental Science Social Sciences Immunology and Microbiology Mathematics Pharmacology Arts and Humanities Medicine Decision Sciences Multidisciplinary Chemistry Neuroscience Psychology Health Professions Toxicology and Pharmaceutics Nursing Veterinary
Organization : University of Pittsburgh
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Biography :
Robert E Ferrell, PhD
Contact
E-mail: rferrell@pitt.edu
Primary Phone: 412-624-3019
Personal Statement
Research in the Ferrell laboratory investigates the role of genes in determining susceptibility to common and mendelian diseases. Currently, we are searching for genes that are involved in lymphedema, edema of the limbs due to maldevelopment of malfunction of the lymphatic system. These studies use both linkage and candidate gene approaches in families with lymphedema (primary lymphedema) and women who are affected with secondary lymphedema following breast cancer treatment. The Adult Health and Behavior study examines a number of behaviors which have been associated with heart disease in the normal population of Pittsburgh.
Research Interests:
Gene mapping; genetics of common disease including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer; human population genetics and evolution