COLUMBUS, OHIO, February 04, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Arthur H. M. Burghes, PhD, has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Dr. Burghes has enjoyed a distinguished tenure as a professor at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center for over 35 years, dedicated to teaching and researching spinal muscular atrophy. As a recognized expert in the genetics of neuromuscular disease, his work has significantly advanced the understanding and treatment of spinal muscular atrophy, mainly through the development of mouse models and gene therapy.
During his tenure at Wexner Medical Center, Dr. Burghes was instrumental in developing a dosage assay for spinal muscular atrophy genes and producing one of the first spinal muscular atrophy mouse models. These models have been crucial for the development of every therapy now approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for this disorder.
Before entering academia, Dr. Burghes began his career as a technician at Hammersmith Hospital in London in 1978. During this time, he developed a keen interest in neuromuscular diseases, which led him to pursue further education and research in this field.
In preparation for his career, Dr. Burghes earned a Bachelor of Science in cellular and microbial biology from the University of Calgary and a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of London. He also completed postdoctoral research at the University of Toronto, where he made significant contributions to cloning gene therapy and muscular dystrophy.
Dr. Burghes is an active member of several industry-related organizations. He has served on the scientific advisory board for Research in Spinal Muscular Atrophy since 1997 and is affiliated with the American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy, contributing to advancements in gene therapy research.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to science and medicine, Dr. Burghes received the Distinguished Scholar Award in 2019. This accolade highlights his commitment to excellence and innovation in his field.
Dr. Burghes attributes his success to persistence, which has driven him throughout his illustrious career. His passion for science and unwavering dedication to improving patient outcomes continue to inspire those around him as he makes strides in understanding and treating neuromuscular diseases. Looking ahead, Dr. Burghes plans to write a book that continues the story of spinal muscular atrophy by uncovering the fundamental mechanisms behind the disease.
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