Antony Galione

Pharmacologist and cell biologist

Antony Galione - Pharmacologist and cell biologist
Born

September 13th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Contributed to the understanding of calcium signaling and membrane biology. Conducted significant research on the role of inositol phosphates in cellular processes. Held academic positions, including a professorship at the University of Oxford. Published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to the field of pharmacology and biochemistry.

Research on inositol trisphosphate

Investigations into cellular calcium signaling

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