Northwestern University · Biomedical EngineeringRadiation Impact Research Lab
Gayle E. Woloschak · Evanston, Illinois
Research Focus
Dr. Gayle E. Woloschak's research lab focuses on understanding the effects of internal exposure to radionuclides, which can occur due to accidents or medical treatments. They study how these radionuclides distribute within different organs at various scales, from cellular to tissue levels, to improve protective measures for health and safety. The lab combines various scientific disciplines such as radiation physics, chemistry, and biology to develop better models and countermeasures against the harmful effects of radiation exposure.
radionuclidesradiation safetydosimetrybiomarkersinternal exposureradiation biologymitigation strategiespharmacokineticsimmunohistochemistry
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the distribution of radionuclides within human tissues and cells.
AIM 02Develop improved dosimetry models that accurately reflect biological effects of radiation exposure.
AIM 03Explore novel biomarkers related to radionuclide intake and contamination.
AIM 04Create countermeasures that modulate radionuclide distribution in the body.
AIM 05Assess the impact of radiation exposure on DNA repair mechanisms.
Skills the Lab Values
Fluorescence MicroscopyHistologyImmunohistochemistryRadiation Dosimetry ModelingBiokinetics AnalysisMolecular Biomarker DiscoveryData ModelingAnimal ModelsTissue Culture
Output against the department
Publications400top 22% of dept.131st of 595
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Citations8.2ktop 42% of dept.247th of 595
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