Juan P. Liuzzi, PhD
Associate Professor
Department of Dietetics and Nutrition
Office: AHC5-325
Phone: 305-348-1611
Email: jliuzzi@fiu.edu
Focus
Zinc and Other Trace Elements, Autophagy
Biography
Dr. Liuzzi’s postdoctoral studies at the University of Florida focused on the characterization of the transmembrane zinc/iron/manganese transporter Slc39a14. Identifying novel roles of zinc and zinc transporters in the regulation of autophagy has been the highlight of Dr. Liuzzi’s research at Florida International University.
Education
- Universidad Central de Venezuela, Ph.D.
- Universidad Simon Bolivar, MS
- Universidad Central de Venezuela, BA