Education
Prof. Dr. Yen Chu’s academic journey has been marked by rigorous training and scholarly achievements. He obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan, in 1988. Dr. Chu furthered his education by pursuing a Master of Medical Science degree from the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom, in 1994. Subsequently, he earned his Doctor of Philosophy from Chang Gung University, Taiwan, in 2004, solidifying his expertise in biomedical science.
Research Focus
Dr. Chu’s research interests encompass a diverse array of topics within the realm of cardiovascular and pulmonary medicine. He has focused on elucidating the pathophysiology of ischemia and reperfusion injury in coronary and pulmonary vascular endothelium and smooth muscle cells. Additionally, his work explores innovative approaches to coronary graft preservation for heart and lung transplantation, as well as the application of traditional Chinese medicine anticancer drugs in lung and esophageal cancers.
Professional Journey
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Chu has held key positions in academia and healthcare institutions. Since 1994, he has served as the Chief Senior Research Scientist at the Laboratory of Pulmonary and Cardiovascular Physiology at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Linkou Medical Center, Taiwan. Concurrently, he has been an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Graduate Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taiwan, since 2008.
Honors & Awards
Dr. Chu’s contributions to the field of medicine have garnered him numerous accolades and honors. He has been recognized for his outstanding research with awards such as first place in oral and poster presentations from prestigious institutions like the Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Academia Sinica, Taiwan, and the Taiwan Society of Cardiology. Additionally, he has been elected as a Fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians (FACCP) and has received inclusion in esteemed directories such as Who’s Who in the World and Who’s Who in Science and Technology.
Publications Top Noted & Contributions
Dr. Chu’s prolific research output includes a multitude of publications that have significantly contributed to the advancement of knowledge in cardiovascular and pulmonary medicine. His work has been disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences, showcasing his dedication to scholarly dissemination and knowledge exchange within the scientific community.
Title: Feasibility of transumbilical anatomic “Lung” segmentectomy in a canine model
Journal: Asian Journal of Surgery
Year: 2019
Contributors: Hsieh, M.-J.; Chu, Y.; Wu, Y.-C.; Liu, C.-Y.; Yeh, C.-J.; Liu, Y.-H.; Chang, C.-C.
DOI: 10.1016/j.asjsur.2018.07.002
Title: LCZ696 therapy reduces ventricular tachyarrhythmia inducibility in a myocardial infarction-induced heart failure rat model
Journal: Cardiovascular Therapeutics
Year: 2019
Contributors: Chang, P.-C.; Lin, S.-F.; Chu, Y.; Wo, H.-T.; Lee, H.-L.; Huang, Y.-C.; Wen, M.-S.; Chou, C.-C.
DOI: 10.1155/2019/6032631
Title: Microenvironment of saphenous vein graft preservation prior to coronary artery bypass grafting
Journal: Interactive Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Year: 2019
Contributors: Chen, S.-W.; Chu, Y.; Wu, V.C.-C.; Tsai, F.-C.; Nan, Y.-Y.; Lee, H.-F.; Chang, C.-H.; Chu, P.-H.; Wu, S.; Lin, P.-J.
DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivy201
Title: Autocrine CCL5 promotes tumor progression in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma in vitro
Journal: Cytokine
Year: 2018
Contributors: Wu, Y.-C.; Shen, Y.-C.; Chang, J.W.-C.; Hsieh, J.-J.; Chu, Y.; Wang, C.-H.
DOI: 10.1016/j.cyto.2018.04.027
Title: Inhomogeneous downregulation of I<sub>Na</sub> underlies piceatannol proarrhythmic mechanism in regional ischemia-reperfusion
Journal: PACE – Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology
Year: 2018
Contributors: Chang, P.-C.; Huang, Y.-C.; Lee, H.-L.; Chang, G.-J.; Chu, Y.; Wen, M.-S.; Chou, C.-C.
DOI: 10.1111/pace.13424
Research Timeline
Dr. Chu’s research trajectory spans several decades, characterized by continuous exploration, innovation, and discovery. From his early endeavors in veterinary medicine to his current leadership role in cardiovascular and pulmonary research, each phase of his career has been marked by significant milestones, breakthroughs, and collaborations that have shaped the landscape of biomedical science.
