Professor, Depts. Medicine & Genome Sciences at University of Washington,United States🎓
Clement E. Furlong, PhD, a distinguished researcher in the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology, has made significant contributions through his extensive education and experience. With a Ph.D. from the University of California, Davis, and postdoctoral training at Cornell University, Dr. Furlong has held several prominent positions at the University of Washington, shaping the landscape of medical genetics and toxicology. His research primarily focuses on paraoxonases, their role in neurotoxicity, and their implications for public health, particularly in relation to environmental exposures.
Professional Profile
🎓 Education
Dr. Clement E. Furlong obtained his B.A. in Chemistry from San Jose State College in 1963, followed by a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of California, Davis, in 1968. He completed a PHS Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Cornell University from 1968 to 1970 and underwent sabbatical training in immunology at Stanford University from 1976 to 1977.
🏢 Work Experience
Dr. Furlong began his academic career as an Assistant Professor of Biochemistry at the University of California, Riverside (1970-1975), advancing to Associate Professor before transitioning to the University of Washington, where he held several prominent positions including Research Associate Professor, Research Professor, and currently serves as a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Medical Genetics and Genome Sciences since 2011. He also holds an Adjunct Professor role in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences and is a Research Affiliate at the UW Center on Human Development and Disability.
🧬 Skills
Dr. Furlong is highly skilled in biochemistry, molecular biology, and toxicology, with a focus on paraoxonases and their role in neurotoxicity. His extensive background in research, mentorship, and training equips him to guide students and colleagues effectively.
Awards and Honors 🏆
Throughout his career, Dr. Furlong has received numerous accolades, including B.A. Honors in Chemistry, memberships in Sigma Xi, and multiple U.S. Public Health Service fellowships. He was awarded the Paper of the Year Award from the Journal of Human and Ecological Risk Assessment in 2002.
Memberships📜
Dr. Furlong is an active member of professional organizations such as the Society of Toxicology and Sigma Xi, contributing to the advancement of research in toxicology and biochemistry.
📚 Teaching Experience
As a dedicated educator, Dr. Furlong has taught courses in Genome Sciences and Environmental Health. He has mentored numerous undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them through their research projects and thesis work.
🔬 Research Focus
📚 Publilcation
- PON1 Status in Relation to Gulf War Illness: Evidence of Gene–Exposure Interactions from a Multisite Case–Control Study of 1990–1991 Gulf War Veterans
- Year: 2024
- Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
- Examining the role of paraoxonase 2 in the dopaminergic system of the mouse brain
- Year: 2022
- Journal: BMC Neuroscience
- Paraoxonase 2 deficiency in mice alters motor behavior and causes region-specific transcript changes in the brain
- Year: 2021
- Journal: Neurotoxicology and Teratology
- Paraoxonase-1 (PON1) Status Analysis Using Non-Organophosphate Substrates
- Year: 2021
- Journal: Current Protocols