Purdue University-Main Campus · PharmacologyCyanide Countermeasures Research Unit
Vincent Jo Davisson · West Lafayette, Indiana
Research Focus
Dr. Vincent Davisson's lab at Purdue University is focused on developing new treatments to counteract toxic cyanide exposure. The research aims to improve existing countermeasures and explore combinations of agents that can efficiently help individuals affected by chemical threats. By using various animal models, the lab works to ensure that these interventions are both safe and effective in emergency situations, ultimately aiming to protect human health from chemical hazards.
cyanideplatinum-based countermeasureschemical exposuretherapeutic agentspharmacology
Research Aims
3AIM 01Improve the development of platinum (II)-based countermeasures for cyanide exposure.
AIM 02Evaluate the combination of glyoxylate with platinum (II)-based agents.
AIM 03Test the efficacy and safety of lead candidate agents in porcine models.
Skills the Lab Values
animal modelsin vivo testingmedicinal chemistrypharmacologytoxicology
Output against the department
Publications155bottom 43% of dept.262nd of 462
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Citations5.1kbottom 38% of dept.288th of 462
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