Antony Galione
Pharmacologist and cell biologist
Born
September 13th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United Kingdom
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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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