James C. Walton, PhD
Interim Rodent Behavior Core Director
james.walton@hsc.wvu.edu

About:

James W. Simpkins, PhD
Rodent Behavior Core Supervising Mentor
jwsimpkins@hsc.wvu.edu

About: Dr. Simpkins investigates the causes and potential treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease and stroke in animal models and human subjects. He employs a variety of techniques, including cell cultures, microRNA analyses, behavioral assessments, and drug interventions, to clarify these endpoints. A leader in the scientific community, Dr. Simpkins has more than 400 publications and has had continuous research support for nearly four decades. He is also an accomplished advisor, having mentored more than 50 graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.