Principal Scientist in the National Center for Natural Products Research
TCRC West 212H
662-915-6994
Education:
- Ph.D., UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences, Memphis, TN
- Pharm.D., The University of TN College of Pharmacy, Memphis, TN
- B.S. Pharmaceutical Sciences, The University of TN, Knoxville, TN
Appointment(s):
- Principal Scientist in the National Center for Natural Products Research
Interests:
Dr. Yates’ research focuses on the pre-clinical and clinical pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of botanicals. Particular areas of interest include the use of artificial intelligence as well as pre-clinical screening models to identify unique phytochemical combinations that impact chronic inflammatory processes including aging, cognitive impairment, and fatty liver disease.