Cinnamon VanPutte - Seeleys Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology

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Cinnamon L. VanPutte

Associate Professor of Applied Dental Medicine Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine

Cinnamon has been teaching biology and human anatomy and physiology for over two decades. At SIU School of Dental Medicine she teaches first year dental students and participates in dental-based physiology research. Cinnamon is an active member of several professional societies, including the Human Anatomy & Physiology Society (HAPS). Her Ph.D. in zoology, with an emphasis in endocrinology, is from Texas A&M University. She worked in Dr. Duncan MacKenzies lab, where she was indoctrinated in the major principles of physiology and the importance of critical thinking. The critical thinking component of Seeleys Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology epitomizes Cinnamons passion for the field of human anatomy and physiology; she is committed to maintaining this tradition of excellence. Cinnamon and her husband, Robb (also a biology professor), have two children: a daughter, Savannah, and a son, Ethan. Savannah is studying to become a child life specialist. Ethan is involved in 4-H and shows steers and lambs. He is pursuing his undergraduate education at Lindenwood University. Cinnamon and her family live on a farm with her parents, Tom and Bobbie, where they raise sheep and cattle.

Jennifer L. Regan

Assistant Teaching Professor University of Southern Mississippi

For over twenty years, Jennifer has taught introductory biology, human anatomy and physiology, and genetics at the university and community college level. She has received the Instructor of the Year Award at both the departmental and college level while teaching at USM. In addition, she has been recognized for her dedication to teaching by student organizations such as the Alliance for Graduate Education in Mississippi and Increasing Minority Access to Graduate Education. Jennifer has dedicated much of her career to improving lecture and laboratory instruction at her institutions. Critical thinking and lifelong learning are two characteristics Jennifer hopes to instill in her students. She appreciates the Seeley approach to learning and is excited about contributing to further development of the textbook. She received her Ph.D. in biology at the University of Houston, under the direction of Edwin H. Bryant and Lisa M. Meffert. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society. Jennifer is married to Hobbie, a GIS supervisor. They have two sons, Patrick and Nicholas. Jennifer and Hobbie enjoy spending time on their small farm, tending the bees and the chickens, and their spoiled Boston Terrier, Sally.

Andrew F. Russo

Professor of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics University of Iowa

Andrew has over 20 years of classroom experience with human physiology, neurobiology, molecular biology, and cell biology courses at the University of Iowa. He is a recipient of the Collegiate Teaching Award and the J. P. Long Teaching Award in Basic Sciences. He is currently the course director for a new medical school course called Mechanisms of Health and Disease that integrates physiology, histology, and genetics. He is a member of several professional societies, including the Society for Neuroscience. Andrew received his Ph.D. in biochemistry from the University of California at Berkeley. His research interests are focused on the molecular basis of migraine. His decision to join the author team for Seeleys Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology is the culmination of a passion for teaching that began in graduate school. He is excited about the opportunity to hook students interest in learning by presenting cutting-edge clinical and scientific advances. Andy is married to Maureen, a physical therapist, and has three daughters Erilynn, Becky, and Colleen, and six grandchildren. He enjoys all types of outdoor sports, especially bicycling, skiing, running, and open water swimming.