Oxidative Stress and Metabolism Research Core

Co-Director: Douglas R. Spitz, Jr. , Ph.D.

The primary goal of the Oxidative Stress & Metabolism Research Core (OSMRC) is to bring together experts in oxidative stress as it relates to environmental lung disease, pesticide-associated diseases, and metabolism of organic pollutants, as well as experts in the role of sulfotransferases and peroxidases in carcinogenesis. In addition, this research core provides new training opportunities for students interested in toxicology, environmental chemistry and free radical biology.

Specific Aims

The following aims will be pursued in the next five years:

Aim 1: Build collaborative relationships among researchers with diverse skills and experience in oxidative stress and metabolism through new research projects, formal seminars and informal exchanges
Aim 2: Provide research experiences and mentoring of Associate Members and doctoral and postdoctoral trainees
Aim 3: Establish, through outstanding research and training, a Center recognized nationally and internationally for excellence in oxidative stress and metabolism