Justin Van Beusecum

Justin Van Beusecum

@jvanbeusecumlab.bsky.social

Assistant Professor of Nephrology at MUSC and Research Health Scientist at Ralph H. Johnson VAHS in Charleston, SC. Endothelial cells, inflammation, and sex differences in rheumatic associated cardiovascular and renal disease and hypertension.

90 Followers 120 Following 6 Posts Joined Nov 2024
10 months ago

Thank you so much! I am honored and excited to pursue this exciting project! @lupusresearch.bsky.social

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Beyond proud of Marice for his fantastic presentation on his most recent findings for his dissertation work, which led to being awarded the best presentation by a graduate student at @MedUnivSC Department of Medicine Research Day!

Proud to be his mentor and well-deserved!

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Blood Pressure Management Strategies and Podocyte Health

It's all about that...podocyte health *singing #MeghanTrainor in my head...

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1 year ago
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💜 This #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re raising awareness of #lupus symptoms and the importance of early detection. Lupus affects many areas of the body, from the skin to the kidneys, and its symptoms can go unnoticed. Share this graphic, help yourself and others recognize signs early.

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I had the fantastic oppurtunity to visit with @arielpolizio.bsky.social and the Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center at the University of Virginia. It was amazing to interact with passionate trainees and faculty members and present our recent findings. Thank you so much for the invitation!

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1 year ago
Atrasentan for IgA Nephropathy

A Research Summary based on Heerspink HJL et al. | 10.1056/NEJMoa2409415 | Published on October 25, 2024

In a prespecified interim analysis of a phase 3, randomized, controlled trial, the selective endothelin type A receptor antagonist atrasentan reduced proteinuria in patients with IgA nephropathy, without apparent safety issues. Full ALIGN trial results: nej.md/3NzvISW

#MedSky #Nephrology

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How do renal cells regulate kidney repair after damage involving reduced blood flow?

Pinelopi P. Kapitsinou & team show inactivation of the endothelial oxygen sensors PHD1-3 promotes maladaptive kidney repair and identify MCT4 as a potential therapeutic target: https://www.jci.org/articles/view/17…

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Kidney Translational Research Center The Kidney Translational Research Center (KTRC) is dedicated to advancing our understanding of vascular and renal physiology.

Dr. Oleg Playgin and I are excited to head the new MUSC Kidney Translational Research Center (KTRC)! We have assembled a fantastic team of directors, scientists, and trainees for our established biobank and repository for kidney, adipose and vascular tissues.

medicine.musc.edu/departments/...

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1 year ago
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💜 In 2024 1,200+ people joined RAY, the LFA's patient and caregiver registry, advancing #lupus research. Together, we supported clinical trials in lupus nephritis, discoid lupus, and cell therapy, bringing us closer to better treatments and cures.

Join RAY today: https://buff.ly/3rHnFsZ

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1 year ago
19th International Conference on Endothelin Research Save the Date

As Co-Organizers, we are thrilled to announced the 19th International Conference on Endothelin Research: From New Discoveries to New Treatments! Please see the Save the Date below.

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Recent Advances on Immunity and Hypertension: The New Cells on the Kidney Block | American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology Over the last 50 years, contribution of the immune system has been identified in the development of hypertension and renal injury. Both human and experimental animal models of hypertension have demons...

Our recent review on immune cells in the development of hypertension and renal injury is now In Press at AJP-Renal!

journals.physiology.org/doi/abs/10.1...

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AJP-Renal Early Career Editorial Fellowship Program <p>The <em>American Journal of Physiology-Renal Physiology</em> publishes original manuscripts on timely topics in both basic science and clinical research. Published articles address a broad range of...

Apply now for the #AJPRenal Early Career Editorial Fellowship Program!

📝 Submit your CV and Letter TODAY!
⏳ Deadline: Jan. 10, 2025

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity—apply today! 🌟

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