Justin Mason

Biography

Justin Mason is Professor of Vascular Rheumatology within Vascular Sciences, National Heart and Lung Institute at Hammersmith Hospital. Professor Mason leads a basic science research group investigating molecular mechanisms involved in the regulation of vascular endothelial cytoprotection. A more detailed understanding of these mechanisms will facilitate the rational design of novel therapies by which vascular endothelium can be conditioned in order to minimise vascular injury, EC dysfunction and subsequent atherogenesis in patients with systemic inflammatory disease. In addition, he is actively involved in clinical research, which aims to optimise clinical assessment and treatment of the large vessel vasculitides and understand the relationship between chronic endothelial dysfunction and accelerated atherosclerosis.

Research Interest

atherosclerosis, vascular endothelium