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Roberto Malinow

b. 1956

American neuroscientist

Neuroscientist
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About Roberto Malinow

Born 1956. Roberto Malinow is an American neuroscientist, known for AMPA receptor.

Roberto Malinow is an Argentine-born American neuroscientist at the University of California, San Diego. He is currently an emeritus distinguished professor of neurobiology and neurosciences, and held the Shiley Chair in Alzheimer's Disease Research at UCSD. In 2012 Dr. Malinow was elected to the National Academy of Sciences (Cellular and molecular neuroscience) and in 2015 was elected to the National Academy of Medicine.

Malinow has contributed many 'high-impact' neuroscience articles, with an h-index of 72 (72 research publications with at least 72 citations each), regarded as "truly unique".

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Important facts

Born
16 February 1956, Buenos Aires
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Neuroscientist
Nationality
United States
Known for
AMPA receptor
Education
NYU, Reed College, UC Berkeley, UC San Diego
Employers
University of California, San Diego
Awards
List of members of the National Academy of Sciences (Cellular and molecular neuroscience); Metlife Foundation Award for Medical Research in Alzheimer's Disease; National Academy of Medicine

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Roberto Malinow?

American neuroscientist

When was Roberto Malinow born?

Roberto Malinow was born on 16 February 1956 in Buenos Aires.

What is Roberto Malinow's occupation?

Roberto Malinow is a neuroscientist.

What is Roberto Malinow known for?

Roberto Malinow is known for AMPA receptor.

What nationality is Roberto Malinow?

Roberto Malinow is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Roberto Malinow

· Wikidata: Q23908909

· DBpedia: Roberto Malinow

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