Baruh Polis
About Baruh Polis
Baruh Polis is a postdoctoral researcher at Yale University, specializing in neurobiology and the study of Alzheimer's disease. He has an extensive academic background, including a PhD from Bar-Ilan University and research focused on cholinergic interneurons and the polyamine pathway's role in neurodegenerative diseases.
Work at Yale University
Baruh Polis has been serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Yale University since 2021. In this role, he focuses on advancing research related to neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's disease. His work aims to uncover novel therapeutic agents and interventions that could modify the progression of Alzheimer's disease, contributing to the broader field of neurobiology.
Education and Expertise
Baruh Polis has a diverse educational background in medicine and science. He earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Ivanovo State Medical Academy from 1988 to 1994. He later achieved a Master of Science (Cum Laude) in Neurobiology and Neurosciences from the University of Haifa from 2014 to 2016. He also holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medicine from Bar-Ilan University, completed from 2017 to 2021, where he proposed a new perspective on Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Technion - Israel Institute of Technology from 2012 to 2015.
Research Focus and Contributions
Baruh Polis's research primarily investigates the role of cholinergic interneurons in the striatum and the polyamine pathway's significance in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's disease. His PhD thesis proposed a new understanding of Alzheimer's as a complex metabolic disorder. He also explores brain amyloidogenesis as a natural response to oxidative and metabolic stresses, contributing to the understanding of disease mechanisms.
Previous Academic Positions
Prior to his current position at Yale University, Baruh Polis held various academic roles. He worked as a Teaching Assistant at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology from 2001 to 2003 and later at Bar-Ilan University from 2017 to 2021. He also served as a Project Research Associate at Bar-Ilan University from 2016 to 2017. His experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in neurobiology and education.
Personal Interests
In addition to his academic pursuits, Baruh Polis enjoys painting and writing poetry during his free time. He values the feedback from his family, who serve as his devoted critics. This creative outlet complements his scientific work and reflects his diverse interests beyond the realm of research.