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Matthias Riess


Dr. Riess’ research focuses on intracellular mechanisms of cardio- and neuroprotection pertaining to cardiac arrest, heart attacks and stroke, especially the role of mitochondrial function as a trigger and effector of cellular protection. He has presented over 120 abstracts at national and international meetings and has authored more than 70 book chapters and papers in peer-review journals.

Dr. Riess’ research focuses on intracellular mechanisms of cardio- and neuroprotection pertaining to cardiac arrest, heart attacks and stroke, especially the role of mitochondrial function as a trigger and effector of cellular protection. He has presented over 120 abstracts at national and international meetings and has authored more than 70 book chapters and papers in peer-review journals.

Keywords: cardiac arrest , cardiopulmonary resuscitation , myocardial infarction , stroke , mitochondrial function , hibernation

Research Area: Cardiovascular Biology