Rebecca Ring
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Rebecca Ring's research investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying age-related bone loss, with a specific focus on the role of NAD+ depletion in osteoprogenitor cells. Her work has contributed to understanding how cellular metabolism is affected by aging and how these changes impact tissue regeneration and maintenance. Ring has published findings that link decreased NAD+ levels to a reduction in the number and function of cells responsible for bone formation, ultimately leading to diminished bone mass. This research has implications for understanding and potentially treating age-related skeletal fragility. Ring collaborates with researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, including Aaron Warren, Maria Almeida, Ha-Neui Kim, and Filipa Ponte, contributing to a network of investigations in related biological and medical fields. Her scholarly output, though limited in volume, has garnered significant attention, evidenced by her h-index of 2 and total citations of 92.
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- h-index: 2
- Publications: 2
- Citations: 92
Selected Publications
- A decrease in NAD+ contributes to the loss of osteoprogenitors and bone mass with aging (2021) DOI
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