Augusta University · PhysiologyDietary Proteins and Hypertension Research Unit
David L. Mattson · Augusta, Georgia
Research Focus
Dr. David L. Mattson's lab at Augusta University focuses on understanding the relationship between diet, immune response, and hypertension. The research investigates how different dietary proteins influence immune cell activity, particularly in the kidneys, and how this affects blood pressure. By using animal models, the lab aims to uncover new insights that could lead to better treatments for people suffering from hypertension, especially those who are sensitive to salt.
hypertensiongut microbiotaimmune responsedietary proteincardiovascular disease
Research Aims
2AIM 01Investigate how dietary protein sources affect gut metabolite release and its impact on immune cell function in hypertension.
AIM 02Examine the role of NOX2 in CD4+ T cells related to renal vascular resistance and salt-sensitive hypertension.
Skills the Lab Values
animal modelsadoptive transfercell cultureblood pressure measurementimmunological assays
Output against the department
Publications299top 17% of dept.49th of 286
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Citations9.6ktop 35% of dept.100th of 286
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