
Heddwen Brooks, PhD
Internal Advisory Committee Member
Professor and Chair of Physiology
Tulane School of Medicine
Dr. Brooks' research focuses on sex differences physiology, integrating cross-disciplinary expertise in hypertension, diabetes, menopause, and renal physiology, and examining the molecular signaling pathways involved in postmenopausal accelerated aging. Her more recent efforts focus on the role of inflammation, T cells, and macrophages in hypertension onset and metabolic syndrome. Dr. Brooks is the Chair of Physiology Department at Tulane University. Internationally recognized as a leader in research mentorship, scientific ethics, and professional scientific writing, Dr. Brooks’ goal has always been to increase the research capabilities of those surrounding her while working together to solve important scientific questions. She is a passionate advocate for women in science and has mentored many women.