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Arkansas State University
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Edward T. Schmid investigates the biological mechanisms underlying aging and neurodegeneration, primarily utilizing the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster as a model organism. His research focuses on the roles of cellular processes such as mitophagy and the accumulation of specific cellular components, like F-actin, in age-related decline. Schmid has published work examining how neuronal induction of mitophagy can slow systemic aging and how F-actin accumulation contributes to brain aging and reduced healthspan. He also explores the connection between gut mitochondrial defects and neurodegeneration, and the potential impact of dietary compounds, such as rosemary and ginger extracts, on aging and healthspan. His scholarly contributions include 11 publications with 851 citations and an h-index of 5.
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- h-index: 5
- Publications: 11
- Citations: 851
Selected Publications
- The Impact of Rosemary and Ginger Extracts on Aging and Healthspan in Drosophila (2024) DOI
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