Jan Vincent Beltran, PhD
Dr. Jan Vincent Beltran is an internationally multi-awarded and interdisciplinary Molecular Biotechnology and Bioinformatics scientist passionate about omics-driven translational medicine. A scientific leader with a 10-year career history in Life Science, Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, Medical Affairs, and Science Communications sectors, Dr. Beltran is dedicated to developing molecular discoveries for next-generation medical solutions.
Education:
– Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Medicine
– Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Agricultural Biotechnology
Expertise and professional focus:
Beltran specializes in Molecular Biotechnology, Molecular Medicine, and Computational Bioinformatics. With expertise in single-cell omics technologies, his work revolves around investigating cellular and molecular mechanisms of diseases for key target identification and therapeutics development in the fields of immunology, cardiology, cancer, and aging/longevity, with the aim of reversing diseases at the cellular level.
Career achievements:
Dr. Beltran is a recipient of various prestigious international awards of medical research excellence from the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and the U.S. for his groundbreaking research works, including the American Heart Association (AHA) Genomics & Precision Medicine International Travel Award during the AHA Scientific Sessions 2023, one of the largest cardiology conferences in the world with over 10,000 attendees every year. During his industry career, he designed a genetic testing algorithm for a Hawaii-based direct-to-consumer precision medicine company, that helps optimize individual health based on genetic profiles for the U.S. market. He also served as one of the pioneers who established the Philippine Genome Center, the very first and biggest next-generation sequencing (NGS) facility in the country.
Professional affiliations:
– American Heart Association,
– Society for Leukocyte Biology
– Association of Single-Cell Analysis
– UK Pharmacogenetics & Stratified Medicine Network
– Philippine Society of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
– Natural Products Society of the Philippines
He also serves as a Technical Consultant for Bioinformatics at several research institutions and hospitals, including, the University of the Philippines-Manila (UPM), Lung Center of the Philippines (LCP), and Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC).
Stance on current health issues:
Dr. Beltran thinks that one of the most pressing public health issues is aging-associated disorders, including chronic diseases and degenerative disorders. With rapid modernization and a fast-paced lifestyle, a huge chunk of the world's population faces an increased risk of developing conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, or Alzheimer's, driven by longer life expectancies, sedentary habits, public’s poor health awareness, and unhealthy dietary patterns. With a rising global burden, these diseases remain the leading cause of death globally.
Education:
– Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Molecular Medicine
– Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Agricultural Biotechnology
Expertise and professional focus:
Beltran specializes in Molecular Biotechnology, Molecular Medicine, and Computational Bioinformatics. With expertise in single-cell omics technologies, his work revolves around investigating cellular and molecular mechanisms of diseases for key target identification and therapeutics development in the fields of immunology, cardiology, cancer, and aging/longevity, with the aim of reversing diseases at the cellular level.
Career achievements:
Dr. Beltran is a recipient of various prestigious international awards of medical research excellence from the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and the U.S. for his groundbreaking research works, including the American Heart Association (AHA) Genomics & Precision Medicine International Travel Award during the AHA Scientific Sessions 2023, one of the largest cardiology conferences in the world with over 10,000 attendees every year. During his industry career, he designed a genetic testing algorithm for a Hawaii-based direct-to-consumer precision medicine company, that helps optimize individual health based on genetic profiles for the U.S. market. He also served as one of the pioneers who established the Philippine Genome Center, the very first and biggest next-generation sequencing (NGS) facility in the country.
Professional affiliations:
– American Heart Association,
– Society for Leukocyte Biology
– Association of Single-Cell Analysis
– UK Pharmacogenetics & Stratified Medicine Network
– Philippine Society of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
– Natural Products Society of the Philippines
He also serves as a Technical Consultant for Bioinformatics at several research institutions and hospitals, including, the University of the Philippines-Manila (UPM), Lung Center of the Philippines (LCP), and Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC).
Stance on current health issues:
Dr. Beltran thinks that one of the most pressing public health issues is aging-associated disorders, including chronic diseases and degenerative disorders. With rapid modernization and a fast-paced lifestyle, a huge chunk of the world's population faces an increased risk of developing conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, or Alzheimer's, driven by longer life expectancies, sedentary habits, public’s poor health awareness, and unhealthy dietary patterns. With a rising global burden, these diseases remain the leading cause of death globally.
Jan Vincent Beltran, PhD
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