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BIO
Shuangtao Ma, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, where he has served since 2017. He is committed to advancing translational cardiovascular research and medical education.
Dr. Ma’s research investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular diseases, with a particular emphasis on transient receptor potential (TRP) channels in hypertension, vascular remodeling, heart failure, and arrhythmias. His early studies helped elucidate the role of TRPV1 in vascular biology and hypertension, as well as the impact of TRPM8 on metabolism and obesity—providing novel insights into therapeutic strategies. Currently, as Principal Investigator of an American Heart Association (AHA)-funded study, he leads a research team exploring the role of TRPA1 in cardiac aging and arrhythmogenesis, with the goal of developing innovative treatments for age-related cardiovascular conditions.
Dr. Ma has authored over 75 peer-reviewed research articles, reviews, and invited editorials. As a physician-scientist with prior extensive clinical experience in cardiology, he bridges clinical insight with basic and translational research to advance the field of cardiovascular medicine.
Dr. Ma is also a passionate educator. He serves as a preceptor in case-based learning modules covering cardiovascular and renal systems and actively mentors medical students and postdoctoral fellows. His mentorship has led to multiple co-authored publications and fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment that integrates scientific discovery with clinical relevance.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Education
2008: MD equivalent, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
2010: MSc, Internal Medicine (Cardiology), Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
Post Graduate Training
2010–2013: Residency, Internal Medicine/Cardiology, Chengdu Military General Hospital, China
2014: Research Fellowship, Nephrology and Hypertension, Mayo Clinic, Rochester
2014–2015: Postdoctoral Fellowship, Cardiovascular Sciences, Houston Methodist
2015–2017: Postdoctoral Fellowship, Vascular Genetics, UT Health Science Center at Houston
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