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James Hammond
Professor at University of Alberta, Department of Pharmacology
James Hammond is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry.12 Here are some key details about his background and work:
Education and Position
Dr. Hammond received his BSc (Hons) in Physiology & Pharmacology from the University of Western Ontario in 1979 and his PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Alberta in 1983.1 He currently serves as a Professor and Director of Undergraduate Education in the Department of Pharmacology.1
Research Focus
Dr. Hammond's research primarily focuses on:
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Characterization of membrane transport systems responsible for cellular uptake and release of nucleosides, nucleobases, and their anticancer/antiviral analogues.1
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The role of protein phosphorylation in purine transporter activity and membrane turnover.1
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Analysis of SLC43A3 expression variations in relation to 6-mercaptopurine efficacy in treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia.1
Awards and Recognition
He is an Inaugural Fellow of the Canadian Society of Pharmacology and Therapeutics.1
Teaching
Dr. Hammond teaches PMCOL 337 at the University of Alberta.1
Publications
He has authored numerous scientific publications, with recent works focusing on topics such as:
- Changes in aortic reactivity associated with equilibrative nucleoside transporter 1 (ENT1) loss in mice.1
- Characterization of 6-mercaptopurine transport by the SLC43A3-encoded nucleobase transporter.1
- Impact of SLC43A3/ENBT1 expression on 6-mercaptopurine transport and cytotoxicity in acute lymphoblastic leukemia cells.1
Dr. Hammond's research has been cited over 4,800 times, indicating his significant contributions to the field of pharmacology.3
