Special Interview with Prof. Naranjan S. Dhalla
On July 19, 2024, the Editorial Office of The Journal of Cardiovascular Aging (JCA) conducted an interview with Prof. Naranjan S. Dhalla, Distinguished Professor of Physiology and Pathophysiology at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, and Senior Advisory Editor of JCA. Prof. Dhalla, a founding leader of the International Society of Heart Research (ISHR) and the International Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences (IACS), reflected on pivotal moments in his career and the challenges he faced while establishing and leading prominent cardiovascular research institutions, sharing how he overcame these obstacles to promote scientific excellence and innovation.
He also discussed current challenges and emerging opportunities in cardiovascular research, particularly in the field of cardiovascular aging, and offered guidance for young researchers, emphasizing the importance of dedication, passion, honesty, integrity, and personal sacrifice in pursuing scientific discovery. This interview highlights Prof. Dhalla's enduring contributions, his perspective on fostering the next generation of cardiovascular scientists, and offers valuable insights for both early-career researchers and the broader cardiovascular research community.
Watch the following video for expert insights from Prof. Naranjan S. Dhalla:
Interview Questions:
Q1. Throughout your distinguished career, you have played a pivotal role in advancing cardiovascular science. Certainly! Could you recount a pivotal moment or discovery that profoundly influenced your career in this field?
Q2. You have been instrumental in founding and directing several prominent cardiovascular research institutes. What were the primary challenges you encountered in these leadership roles, and how did you navigate them to foster scientific excellence and innovation?
Q3. As the esteemed editor-in-chief of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry for 36 years, you have steered the journal to become a leading publication in its field. From your perspective, what do you consider the most critical factor for an academic journal's development? Do you have any suggestions for the future development of JCA?
Q4. Looking forward, what do you perceive as the most pressing challenges and promising opportunities in cardiovascular research? Specifically, within the realm of cardiovascular aging, which research topics do you think will become hot topies?
O5. As a mentor to numerous young scientists and researchers, what sage advice and encouragement would you offer to the next generation aspiring to embark on careers in cardiovascular research?
About Prof. Naranjan S. Dhalla:
Prof. Naranjan S. Dhalla is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, and Director of Cardiovascular Developments at the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, St. Boniface Hospital Albrechtsen Research Centre, Winnipeg, Canada. He is a leading expert in cardiovascular pathophysiology, with a focus on understanding the causes of cardiac dysfunction. Prof. Dhalla has made significant contributions to our understanding of the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying heart disease, including the role of oxidative stress, changes in gene expression, and intracellular calcium overload. He has published over 875 papers and has edited or authored over 68 books. Prof. Dhalla has received 216 honours and awards, including Fellowship of the Royal Society of Canada, Membership of the Order of Canada, and Order of Manitoba. He has been inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame and the Citizen Hall of Fame in Winnipeg. Prof. Dhalla is also a founding leader of the International Society of Heart Research and the International Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences.
Editor: Celia Li
Language Editor: Catherine Yang
Production Editor: Ting Xu
Respectfully Submitted by the Editorial Office of The Journal of Cardiovascular Aging
