Real name:
Position/Title:
Professor of Cell Physiology
Institution:
University of Newcastle
Email:
b.e.argent@ncl.ac.uk
Phone:
+(44)-191-222-7009
Address:
Institute for Cell & Molecular Biosciences
City:
Newcastle upon Tyne
ZIP/Postal Code:
NE2 4HH
Country:
UK
About Me:
I'm interested in the mechanism and regulation of bicarbonate secretion by pancreatic duct cells and, in particular, the role played by CFTR in that processes. More recently, I have been involved in projects aimed at understanding the role of the ducts in acute pancreatitis.
Memberships:
None
Fields of Interest:
Basic research
Basic biology and physiology
Acute pancreatitis
Chronic pancreatitis
Cystic fibrosis
Pancreatic juice secretion