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Cesar D. Fermin, PhD
Provost & VP for Academic Affairs (Professor of Biology, College of Arts & Sciences)
Fermin Resume Brief ............................................................................................................................................................................ 2 CURRICULUM VITAE .......................................................................................................................................................... 4 CURRENT POSITIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4 PREVIOUS POSITIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5 INTRODUCTION TO CV CONTENT ................................................................................................................................. 7 OTHER ACADEMIC POSITION ......................................................................................................................................... 7 EDUCATION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9 MISCELLANEOUS TRAINING ............................................................................................................................................ 9 HONORS AND AWARDS .................................................................................................................................................... 9 MISC. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVIES ................................................................................................................................. 10 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE ................................................................................................................................................ 12 TEACHING EXPERIENCE ................................................................................................................................................ 13 TRAINING OFFERED ....................................................................................................................................................... 13 INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE ............................................................................................................................................. 15 NATIONAL SERVICE ........................................................................................................................................................ 16 PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS .................................................................................................................................... 18 INVITED WORKSHOPS, SYMPOSIA AND CONFERENCES ..................................................................................... 18 INVITED LECTURES & SEMINARS ............................................................................................................................... 20 PRINCIPAL RESEARCH INTERESTS ............................................................................................................................ 22 PUBLICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................. 23 REVIEWED PAPERS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 23 BOOK CHAPTERS ............................................................................................................................................................. 29 PROCEEDINGS AND RAPID COMMUNICATIONS .................................................................................................... 29 PUBLISHED ABSTRACTS ............................................................................................................................................... 31 GRANT SUPPORT ............................................................................................................................................................. 37 COMPLETED RESEARCH SUPPORT: ........................................................................................................................... 39 Digitally signed by
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Fermin Resume Brief
Dr. Fermin is currently Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (Tel. 334-7278164 Fax 334-729-9903), and serves as Dean for Graduate Studies and Research (Tel. 334-7252336
Fax
334-725-2367)
at
Tuskegee
University,
Tuskegee,
AL
36088,
fermin_c@mytu.tuskegee.edu. He served as Assoc. Dean in the College of Vet. Med. Nursing
& Allied Health from 2007-2011 and was the Project Director (PD) for the Tuskegee University
Center for Biomedical Research RCMI grant from 2008-2011. The Project Director oversees
preparation, submission, and implementation of the application objectives, administration of cores, evaluation and
mentoring of participating junior investigators. Dr. Fermin oversaw the preparation, submission, and logistics for
renewing the RCMI application funded in 2010 for five years. Dr. Fermin chairs the Meharry Medical College
RCMI External Advisory Board (EAC), and is a member of the Univ. of HI, MATRIX Advisory Board.
Dr. Fermin serves as the international academic & scientific advisor for Univ. Tecnológica de Santiago
(UTESA), in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Fermin is fluent in spoken & written English & Spanish &
understands other romance languages. Until Katrina (2005) Dr. Fermin served a vice-president for the
International Hospital For Children bringing relief to poor children around the world. Due to Katrina’s closure of
Tulane, Dr. Fermin worked as IT-Informatics Director for multi-million companies Stor-All and Triple Net Lease
of New Orleans. CEO M. McGuire. 19335 North 9th Street. Covington, LA 70433. Ph. 895-892-6411.
Dr. Fermin was born in the Dominican Republic where he obtained a BS at UNPHU in Science-Education in
1974. He studied English at Florida Institute of Technology in 1975 (USA) where he also obtained a MS degree
in Cell biology in 1977 & a PhD in Biology in1981. Dr. Fermin then completed a Post Doctoral fellowship at
Baylor College of Medicine in Houston Texas in 1983 & served there as an Assistant Professor from1983-1988
when he moved to Tulane Medical School as an Associate Professor 1988. Dr. Fermin was tenured & promoted to
professor in 1991.
He served as director of Morphological Services, Ultrastructural Pathology, & Pathology Informatics until
moving to Tuskegee University in 2006. At Tulane, he counseled & advised dozens of graduate students &
fellows and began implementation of advanced bidirectional (video-audio) collaborative net-based suites. He also
introduced there the first true color-real-time video analysis system (V150). He continues building trainees’ skills
in digital imaging at Tuskegee University where he serves in the Integrative Biosciences (IBS) PhD program
Deans Council, HHMI, and other training programs.
Dr. Fermin is known internationally for high resolution TEM work of nature nanoparticles (otoconia
biological crystals), a skill that he applied to an extensive list of publications in HIV/AIDS & other retroviruses.
Dr. Fermin has a broad background/knowledge of biological systems, Neural Plasticity, Pathology, & the
vestibular system. He is an expert in electron & photon microscopy, tissue/cell analysis, digital imaging, & has
practical experience with histological, histochemical, & immunohistological applications. In addition, Dr. Fermin
has considerable experience with quality control & assurance including biosafety measures, & is equally
comfortable with Windows or Macintosh OS advanced productivity features.
The National Institute of Deafness and other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) was established in 1988 at
the time that Dr. Fermin served as a grant reviewer; a function that began in the National Institute of Neurological
Disorders and Stroke Institute that funded then hearing and vestibular research. In addition, Dr. Fermin was part
of the selected panel of scientists that produced the 1991 NIH/NIDCD National Strategic Research Plan. El Dr.
Fermin held dozens of private & federal funded projects (e.g., National Institute of Health (NIH), National
Aeronautics Space Administration (NASA), Louisiana Board of Regents (LBOR), Deafness Research Foundation
(DRF) & served in the advisory board of the National Organization for Hearing Research (NOHR).
He advised dozen of scientific projects serving as a consultant to the National Institute of Deafness &
Communicative Disorders (NIH), a member of dozens scientific Organizations, served in NIH review panels,
editorial boards of scientific journals, advisory boards, & discussion panels, reviewed manuscript for dozens of
scientific journals & directed basic & clinical projects. Dr. Fermin is the author of hundreds of published reports
in peer-review journals, symposia, book chapters, and scientific proceedings. His organizational, teaching, &
presentation skills are excellent. He serves in the editorial board of several peer-review journals.
Besides his administrative duties, Dr. Fermin continues investigating the biomarker properties of the protein
S100ß in ectodermic derived tissues, but in particular the auditory and vestibular system neural connection from
peripheral receptors to central relays.
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Fermin Breve Narrativa
El Dr. Fermín sirve como Rector y Vicepresidente de Asuntos Académicos (Tel 334-7278164 Fax 334-729-9903), y simultáneamente como Decano de Estudios de Postgrados e
Investigación (Tel. 334-725-2336 Fax 334-725-2367) en al Universidad Tuskegee localizada
en el estado de Alabama de los EEUU (Tuskegee, AL 36088, fermin_c@mytu.tuskegee.edu).
El Dr. Fermin sirvió como Decano Asociado en la facultad de Medicina Veterinaria,
Enfermería y Salud Integral (2007-2011) y como Director de investigación del Centro de
Investigaciones Biomédicas RCMI por premio otorgado en 2010 bajo su tutela. Sirve como Presidente de la Junta
de directores externos del programa RCMI de la Universidad de Medicina Meharry en el estado de Tennessee
EEUU, y en es miembro de la Junta de directores externos del programa MATRIX de la Universidad de Medicina
de Hawái.
También sirve como Asesor Internacional en asuntos académicos y científicos para la Universidad
Tecnológica de Santiago (UTESA). El Dr. Fermin habla y escribe Inglés y Español fluentemente y entiende otras
lenguas romances. Hasta cuando el huracán Katrina devasto la cuidad de Nueva Orleans, el Dr. Fermin sirvió
como Vicepresidente del hospital internacional de niños (IHC) sirviendo pobres en varios continentes. Debido a
la devastación de Katrina y cerramiento de la Universidad de Medicina Tulane, el Dr. Fermin trabajo como
director de IT-Informáticas para las compañías Stor-All y Triple Net Lease de Nueva Orleans (CEO M. McGuire
- 19335 North 9th Street. Covington, LA 70433. Tel. 895-892-6411).
El Dr. Fermin nació en la Republica Dominicana donde obtuvo una licenciatura de la UNPHU en Ciencias
Químicas y Naturales de Educación en 1974. Estudio Inglés en el Instituto de Lenguas del Instituto Tecnológico
de la Florida (FIT) en 1975, donde también terminó una maestría en Biología Celular en 1977, y un PhD en
Biología en 1981. El Dr. Fermin completo un Postdoctorado en Patología/Otorrinolaringología en la Universidad
de Medicina Baylor en el Centro Médico de Texas (Houston) del 1981-1983 sirviendo como Profesor Asistente
hasta 1988 cuando se traslado como Profesor Asociado a la Universidad de Medicina de Tulane en el
Departamento de Patología como director de servicios morfológicos, patología ultrastructural (TEM) e
informáticas hasta 2006.
El Dr. Fermin fue investido en la Universidad de Medicina de Tulane en el 1991 solo veinte años después de
llegar a los EEUU sin hablar Inglés. En Tulane el Dr. Fermin sirvió como asesor a estudiantes de medicina,
estudiantes de postgrado, y residentes médicos. También introdujo a Tulane el primer sistema V150 digital de
color con capacidad de analizar color en pixeles en tiempo real. At Tuskegee el Dr. Fermin continua la
microscopia digital y aun entrena candidatos MS y PhD en estas técnicas.
El Dr. Fermin es reconocido internacionalmente por sus trabajos de alta resolución (TEM) en partículas nano
y ensamble de cristales nano-biológicos, experiencia que aplico a estudios retrovirales y en particular el HIV que
produce el SIDA. La preparación académica de ciencias naturales del Dr. Fermin incluye además de retrovirales,
plasticidad neurológica incluyendo balance, equilibrio, y audición al nivel celular y molecular. Su experiencia
practica incluye: microscopia de luz (fotones), microscopia electrónica, microscopia digital, y técnicas celular y
moleculares usadas en patología. Ha implementado a nivel básico y clínico medidas de seguridad, cualitativas,
cuantitativas y de precaución y protocolo. El Dr. Fermin utiliza programas en plataforma Macintosh y Microsoft
con igual facilidad y capacidad de corregir problemas de equipo y en programas.
En 1988 el Instituto Nacional de Sordera y Enfermedades de Comunicación (NIDCD) fue establecido y el Dr.
Fermin sirvió como revisador por pares, función que comenzó cuando el Instituto Nacional de Enfermedades de
Derrame Cerebral (NINDS) revisaba proyectos de audición y balance (Ambos residen en el Instituto Nacional de
Salud (NIH) de los EEUU. Parte de sus investigaciones fueron premiadas por NINDS, NIDCD, la
Administración Nacional Aeronáutica (NASA), el Departamento de Defensa (DoD) y el Instituto de Alimentos y
Nutrición (NIFA) del Departamento de Agricultura de los EEUU (USDA), el estado de Louisiana (LBOR), la
Fundación de Investigación para Sordera (DRF), y la Organización Nacional de investigación para sordera
(NOHR) .
Ha servido como revisor por pares a las organizaciones federales y privadas del párrafo anterior, y como
miembro de la junta de editores de varios jornales científicos. El Dr. Fermin ha publicado cientos de trabajos la
mayoría revisados por pares y su acumen académico en el aula, laboratorio y administración es excelente.
Además de sus responsabilidades administrativas, el Dr. Fermin investiga propiedades de la proteína S100ß en
sistemas neuronales.
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Curriculum Vitae of C. Fermin
Curriculum Vitae
Name:
César D. Fermín
Birth place:
San Cristobal, The Dominican Republic
Race:
Hispanic
Citizenship:
U.S.A.
Marital status:
Married - wife: Mary Gail (Furstenberg)
Fermin
Children: Caroline, Juliana, Aaron
Home Address:
174 Alice Circle
Auburn, AL 36830
(334) 887-5281
Academic Address 1:
Office of the Provost
Kresge Center, Suite 209
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL 36088
Tel 334-727-8164, Fax 334-727-9903
fermin_c@mytu.tuskegee.edu or cedafesa@gmail.com
Academic Address 2:
Graduate Studies and Research (GSR)
Kenney Hall, Suite 44-320
Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL 36088
Tel 334-725-2336, Fax 334-725-2367
fermin_c@mytu.tuskegee.edu or cedafesa@gmail.com
Current Positions:
1) Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs
Office of the Provost
Kresge Center Suite 209
Tuskegee University. Tuskegee, AL 36088.
The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs serves as the Chief
Academic Officer of the Institution. The Provost is also the designated
authorized Officer for grants and contracts. Deans from five colleges and
2 schools, the VP for Research, the Registrar, Library Services, Graduate
Studies and Research (GSR) plus several support services report to the
President through the Provost.
Previous Positions:
2) Dean for Graduate Studies and Research (GSR)
& Professor of Biology
College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
Kenney Hall, Suite 44-320
Tuskegee University. Tuskegee, AL 36088.
This position requires administrative and academic functions in teaching,
service and research, and reports directly to the Provost, who also serves
as Vice President for Academic Affairs. The initial mandate was to
separate undergraduate from graduate admissions, streamlined process,
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create standard operating procedures, and train personnel on newly established
requirements. In addition, completed design and constructed forms and application
documents, designed and constructed traveling display, and designed and
constructed the GSR web page. Dr. Fermin teaches MS and PhD graduate students
cells biology, digital microscopy and image processing.
Previous Positions:
1) Associate Dean for Research and Advanced Studies
College of Veterinary Medicine Nursing and Allied Health (CVMNAH)
Tuskegee University. Williams-Bowie Building. Tuskegee, AL 36088.
This position required complete re-organization of program guidelines for
graduate degrees offered in the College of Veterinary Medicine, Nursing
and Allied Health, including Graduate Handbook regulations, Faculty
teaching participation, advising/mentoring plus web page module
development. Updating of curricular content included design and
implementation of a structured conference-journal club-symposium series
for actualizing staff, faculty and students skills. Intramural grant
application logistic and development was updated, and faculty and
graduate student activities leading to new fundable ideas were
implemented with an increase in funded grants.
2) Project Director for Tuskegee University Center for Biomedical
Research (RCMI). Tuskegee University. Williams-Bowie Building.
Tuskegee, AL 36088.
Ph. 334-727-8287, Fax 334-724-4700.
Fermin assumed full responsibility for this NIH-NCRR grant in December
2008 after which time he prepared and re-submitted a RCMI competing
application www.onemedicine.tuskegee.edu/RCMI/index.htm funded for
five years starting September 2010. The Project Director oversaw
preparation, submission, and implementation of the application objectives,
administration of cores, evaluation and mentoring of participating
biomedical projects.
3) Coordination, implementation and development of an annual
http://www.healthdisparity.tuskegee.edu/11thSymposium/symp11th.htm
Biomedical Research Symposium.
Fermin assumed full responsibility for this annual activity in February
2007 bringing to Tuskegee University top-ranked biomedical researchers
for two-days activity to update skills and knowledge of students, staff, and
faculty. Invited speakers listing, program content, and result from 20072010 is found at link above.
4) Teaching and Training Activities
Fermin assumed full responsibility for teaching MBIOS600 and PHSI-600
course series (Graduate Seminar) required as core content for all MS of
the CVMNAH. Lectured digital microscopy and imaging processing to
visiting international fellows from Egypt and India, and IBS-REU summer
participants. Instructed CVMANH and CAENS faculty, and graduate
students in the proper use, interpretation and preparation of digital images
for grants and publication. Assisted CVMANH and CAENS faculty and
graduate students with document formatting, and automatic features of
Microsoft Office.
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5) Tenured Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and Director
of Morphological Services. Tulane Health Sciences Center Medical
School. Upon arrival to Tulane from Baylor College of Medicine in 1988,
Dr. Fermin remodeled, and re-equipped the ultrastructural unit to support
basic research and clinical diagnostic work. Dr. Fermin administered two
electron microscopes and all ancillary equipment needed for operation,
including quality control, quality assurance, biosafety measures, and
online presence till 2005 when Katrina forced him to relocate. In
collaboration with Dr. RF Garry, Dr. Fermin supported productive
research program that lead to dozens of publications, several patents, and
acquisition of the only True-Color-Real-Time analysis video imaging
system in the region at the time. With support from the Department of
Pathology, Microbiology (RF Garry, the LA Board of Regents, and grant
money from NIH, NASA and other agencies, Dr. Fermin established the
Centralized Tulane Imaging Center (CTIC) aiding hundreds of students,
faculty and staff with digital microscopy needs. Dr. Fermin was fully
responsible for imparting the digital required component to Pathology
Residency training, and oversaw staff informatics implementation,
including effective presentation of digital didactic materials as staff and
trainees transitioned from film-chemical processing to digital format.
6) Following the closure of Tulane Medical School due to Katrina in 2005,
Fermin full professor tenured position was eliminated. Fermin-HandyWorks, LLC was formed to work in several New Orleans Reconstruction
projects (see Nature Vol. 442|24 August 2006). AAUP asked to join
lawsuit against Tulane for dismissing a tenured professor, but Fermin
declined per his Catholic believes.
7) Concurrently with LLC functions, Fermin served as IT-Informatics
Director for Stor-All of New Orleans. CEO M. McGuire. 19335 North 9th
Street. Covington, LA 70433. Ph. 895-892-611. Responsibilities of this
transitional non-academic position included digital media web-ready
preparation, web page development, deployment, administration, and
updating. Evaluated and oversaw closed circuit Video-over-IP and analog
monitoring system for headquarter building in Covington, and ancillary
buildings in New Orleans, Louisiana. In collaboration with local New
Orleans IT services oversaw implementation of online billing and payment,
troubleshoot Windows XP corruption issues, removed viruses, and finetuned OS. Developed guidelines for browser and email client preventive
measures required for avoiding infection by common Internet threats.
8) Up to Katrina, Fermin served as Vice President for the non-profit
organization International Hospital for Children [http://www.theihc.org/].
IHC assistance made possible transportation of a van by Dr. Fermin to the
Catholic Sisters of Our Lady of Perpertual Help in the Dominican
Republic to carry retired sisters to the hospital. Also, with the IHC and the
Universidad Tecnológica de Santiago (UTESA), plans were underway to
assist citizens in Ouanaminthe, Haiti via health services offered by
UTESA at the Hospital Ramon Matías Mella located in Dajabón at the
Border of the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
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Introduction to CV content:
A.1 Teaching: Dr. Fermin teaches “team-courses” in molecular and cellular biology to Integrative Biosciences
(IBS) doctoral students at Tuskegee. Dr. Fermin started teaching while attending college toward a BS degree in
Education of Biological and Natural Sciences at Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Ureña in the Dominican
Republic. Upon arrival to the US to study English and a MS, Dr. Fermin taught at Florida Institute of Technology
Department of Biology where he modified the testing paradigm for identifying biological structures before the
advent of digital technology. Course development with modern techniques and web module development continues
in the current Dean for Graduate Studies and Research position at Tuskegee University (www.tuskegee.edu/gsr).
Current responsibilities lead to successful organization of graduate courses, handbook, and web offering, grant
application development, and other aspects of graduate studies administration. ITunes U courses were developed
and deployed through Apple iTunes. A.2 Research: Dr. Fermin maintained an active research laboratory and
mentored dozens trainees (Europe Asia, Americas) in neuroanatomy of vestibular systems and retrovirus research
with long time collaborator Robert Garry from Tulane. Katrina derailed research efforts to evaluate nuclear
localization of the CBP S100ß, a research that was funded by DoD in 2014 with emphasis in nanotechnology and
biosensors. A.2 Service: Dr. Fermin directed in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, portions of
the anatomic pathology clinical services for the Tulane Hospital, where he also served as director of Morphological
Services, Ultrastructural Pathology, & Pathology Informatics until moving to Tuskegee University in 2006. Dr.
Fermin has a broad background/knowledge of biological systems, neural plasticity, pathology, & the vestibular
system. He is an expert in electron & photon microscopy, tissue/cell interpretation, & digital imaging, & has
extensive practical experience in histological, histochemical, & immunohistological applications. Dr. Fermin is
equally comfortable with Windows and Macintosh systems/utilities, is fluent in spoken and written English and
Spanish, and has advanced knowledge of distance learning technology and applications for domestic and
international settings.
Other Academic Positions:
2000-Present
International advisor on Science and Health. Universidad Tecnológica de Santiago (UTESA), The
Dominican Republic. UTESA educates over 40,000 students on 13 different campuses.
Activities under this function included design, development and implementation of an eight weeks
rotation for senior medical students from Tulane Medical School to hospitals and a cancer institute
offering palliative care for terminally ill cancer patients. Moreover, a 500 participants conference
with invited speakers from major US universities was designed and implement by Fermin for
updating UTESA medical school curriculum and update biomedical research skills of faculty,
students and staff. With the assistance of the IHC, several 40 ft containers with donations were
delivered to the region.
2004-2005
Director of Ultrastructural Pathology & Pathology Informatics, Department of Pathology &
Laboratory Medicine, Tulane Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA 70112.
Responsibilities under this function included coordination, management and direction of
microscopy services (histology and electron microscopy) to Tulane Medical School faculty,
students and trainees, plus training to Pathology residents on these required components for board
exam content. In collaboration with Dr. B. Bowdish began implementation at Tulane of advanced
bidirectional (video-audio) collaborative net-based suites, a project that was funded to Fermin at
Tuskegee in 2010 by USDA-NIFA.
1998-2005
Director of the Centralized Tulane Imaging Center (CTIC). Department of Pathology & Laboratory
Medicine, Tulane Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA 70112.
Responsibility under this function included the acquisition of extramural funds to establish a digital
multi-users unit capable of providing digital deconvolution and computerized morphometry to
students, staff and faculty. Implemented and oversaw secured and HIPPA compliant intranet file
transfer from work stations to staff, faculty and students desktops. The CTIC was in operation until
Tulane University, Medical School and Hospital were closed due to hurricane Katrina. The CTIC
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provided vital service to junior and senior faculty and trainees who used data from the center for
justifying funding.
1995-2005
Professor of Pathology and Otolaryngology. Department of Otolaryngology, Tulane Health
Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA 70112.
Responsibility under this function included reorganization, remodeling, and integration of light and
electron microscopy services in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine (recruited
by the late Michael Gerber, MD). Additional responsibility included: -Implementation of Biosafety
measures, -quality control and quality assurance, -HIPPA compliance, and acquisition of high-end
instrumentation.
1988-1995
Associate Professor of Pathology (tenured granted in 1991). Director of Morphological Services,
Department of Pathology, TMC. Clinical Associate Professor of Otolaryngology. Department of
Otolaryngology, Tulane Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA 70112. Fermin was recruited to
Tulane Medical School from Baylor College of Medicine in the capacity above to remodel,
organize, and direct clinical ultrastructural portion of Anatomic Pathology in the Department.
Fermin participated in the team responsible for design of the Tulane Hospital unit that eventually
housed all Diagnostic Services including Histology, Immunohistology, and Electron Microscopy.
1983-1998
Assistant Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Communicative Sciences, Baylor
College of Medicine (BCM). Houston, TX 77030
Developed Vestibular Research Program including evaluation of biological nanocrystal formation,
turnover and maintenance funded by NIH, NASA, and foundations. During this time, Dr. Fermin
mentored (supported by extramural grants to his laboratory research) many students from the
Houston Health Profession Schools in collaboration with then coordinator Ms. Sue Donchatz).
1981-1983
Post-Doctoral Assistant Professor, Department of Otorhino-laryngology and Communicative
Sciences, Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) Houston, TX 77030
Joined Vestibular Research Program funded by NIH, NASA, and foundations under the leadership
of Bobby R. Alford, MD, and Makoto Igarashi, MD through a NIH P60 center grant evaluating
anatomical, physiological and behavioral responses of primates before, and after labyrinthectomy;
a clinical procedure required for patients with debilitating dizziness, disorientation, vertigo, etc.
1977-1981
Adjunct Faculty (Lecturer) in the Department of Biological Sciences at Florida Institute of
Technology, responsible for electron microscopy projects by faculty and staff, and serving as a
Teaching Assistant for Developmental Biology Laboratories.
Upon arrival to the US to study English and a MS, Fermin taught at Florida Institute of Technology
Department of Biology where he modified the testing paradigm for identifying biological structures
under a microscope in an embryology laboratory course. There Dr. Fermin prepared three
identical sets of Kodakchromes (before the advent of digital technology) with all materials used in
the Developmental Biology classroom and laboratory course. One set was put on reserved in the
FIT library one set was kept in the Department, and one set used by the instructors. Identifying test
structures was no longer a problem as it was often case due to moving or simply refocusing
microscopes needed to accommodate different eyes conditions. Most importantly however was the
fairness introduced in testing procedures through clearly defined objectives leading to measurable
outcomes.
1970-1974
Professor (teacher) de Ciencias Biológicas, Colegio Nuestra Sra. P. Socorro High School, San
Isidro, The Dominican Republic (Biology)
Fermin started teaching 3er grade upon completing high school. He continued teaching 5th grade
while attending college. Fermin assume directorship of the biology laboratory for K-12 students at
Colegio Nuestra Sra. P. Socorro in the Dominican Republic Air Force Base as a Military Adjunct,
while taking courses toward a BS degree in Education of Biological and Natural Sciences that he
completed in 1974.
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1966-1967
Nurse's Aid/Emergency Room Aid, Ricardo Limardo Hospital, Puerto Plata, The Dominican
Republic
EDUCATION
1962-1964
Middle School. Colegio Antera Mota. Puerto Plata, The Dominican Republic
1964-1968
High School. Colegio Nuestra Sra. Perpetuo Socorro. San Isidro Air Force Base. The Dominican
Republic
1968-1970
Teacher at Colegio Nuestra Sra. Perpetuo Socorro (Immediate superior Sister Margarita Cedeño
and Sister Maria de Jesus - Congregation of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Ave. Juan Pablo, Duarte
139, Santiago, The Dominican Republic) 809-587-4055(Regional Office) and Central Convent
(809-587-4433).
1970-1974
BS. (Magna) Ciencias Químicas y Naturales de Educación. Universidad Nacional Pedro
Henriquez, Ureña, The Dominican Republic
1974-1975
Intensive English for foreign students. Completed the advanced level (native language: Spanish).
1975-1977
MS. Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), Melbourne, FL. -Cell Biology- Electron Microscopy.
Thesis: “Development of Hair Cells in the Lagena of the Embryonic Chick (Gallus domesticus).”
Glenn M. Cohen, PhD, Advisor
1977-1978
Lecturer (Adjunct faculty). Department of Biological Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology,
Melbourne Florida 32901 (Present Chairman and ex-professor: Garry Wells, PhD)
1978-1981
PhD. (Honors) Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL. - Biological Sciences-Electron
Microscopy. Thesis: “Prenatal Ototoxicity of Kanamycin in the Chick: An Ultrastructural
Approach.” Glenn M. Cohen, PhD, Advisor
1981-1983
Post-doctoral Fellow. Pathology of inner ear epithelia and ganglion after deafferentation.
Electron microscopy, histology and immunohistology. Makoto Igarashi, M.D., Mentor.
Department Chair Bobby R. Alford, MD
Miscellaneous Training:
1987
1988
1989
1990
1993
1994
1994
1995
1997
2000
Transmission Electron Microscopy and Maintenance. JEOL Training Center, Peabody, MA
Video Microscopy and Digital Imaging. Marine Biological Laboratory, Woods Hole, MA
Concepts in Molecular Biology. American Association of Pathologists, Bethesda, MD
Advanced Image Processing Methods In Electron Microscopy. Pittsburgh Super Computing Center
In Situ Hybridization. Oncor Instrument Systems, Inc., New Orleans, LA
Molecular Medicine Rotation. Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Tulane Medical School,
New Orleans, LA
Color Thresholding Video Training. Oncor Instrument Systems, Inc., San Diego CA.
TechLinks Training “Supporting Windows 95.” New Orleans, La
Research America “Advocacy for Research in America.” How to communicate scientific facts to the
general public. New Orleans, La
Academic sabbatical learning gene cloning and developmental molecular approaches applied to neural
development
Honors and Awards
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1974
1977
1977
1978
1981
1981-1983
1991
1992
1992
1993
1993
1996
1997
2004
B.S., Magna Cum Laude
Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society
Beta Beta Beta, Chapter of Sigma PSI
Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
Judge for Brevard Science & Engineering Fair, Melbourne, FL 32955
Board of Directors, Florida Institute of Technology Alumni Association
Represented the NIDCD/NIH. National Symposium on Health Research Opportunities for
Hispanic Americans, San Antonio, TX
Certificate of appreciation, NIDCD/NIH
Certificate of Merit. Environmental Health and Safety, Tulane Medical School (TMC)
Member Scientific Review Committee of the National Organization for Hearing Research
Certificate of recognition for scientific accomplishments. Colegio Padre Fortin, Santiago, The
Dominican Republic
Received certificate from the City of Santiago de los Cabelleros through Dominican Resolution
#2323-96 as per Dominican Law #3455 & 5622 as adoptive Son of the city in recognition of
contribution to the betterment of the lives of people of the region
Honorary member of the Dominican Republic board of director of the Patronato Cibaeño Contra el
Cancer and technical advisor for the Instituto Oncológico Regional del Cibao
Advisor on health and science matters to the Universidad Technologica de Santiago UTESA. The
Dominican Republic
Misc. Professional Activies
2014
2013
2013
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2010
2010
2010
2010
2010
2010
2010
2010
2010
Microscopy and Microanalysis International Conference. Indianapolis, IN
Annual Meeting for Editorial Board of Microscopy Research Techniques Journal
Tuskegee University Integrative Biosciences PhD Program Dean Council
Tuskegee University Council of Deans
RCMI External Advisory Committee. Meharry Medical College. Tennessee
RTRN Small Grant Awards reviewer
RCMI Multidisciplinary and Translational Research Infrastructure Expansion (RMATRIX) in
Hawaii member of the External Advisory Committee. University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School
of Medicine. Honolulu, HI 96813.
RCMI Translational Research Network Senior Leadership Planning Meeting. University of Hawaii,
John A. Burns School of Medicine. Honolulu, HI 96813.
RCMI Biannual Symposium Leader for Mentoring Workshop and member of Abstract and Grant
Workshop subgroups. December 4-10, Nashville TN
Town-Hall meeting: Public Health and Community - Consortium for African American Public
Health Programs. Tuskegee University National Center for Bioethics in Research and Health Care
and College of Veterinary Medicine Nursing and Allied Health July 6-9.
RTRN Small Grant Awards reviewer
RTRN Workshop for RCMI Principal Investigators, Project Directors and investigators on the
characteristics and tools of new portal, Dallas TX, April 14
RTRN Workshop for RCMI Cluster leaders, Jackson State University June 28-29. Leader for
Community engagement Research
Faculty Development Workshop June 1-2, 2010 Instructional Planning and Delivery
Faculty Development Workshop June 8-9, 2010 Syllabi Alignment
Faculty Development Workshop June 15, 2010 Advising and Mentoring Health Professions
Students
11th RCMI International Symposium on Health Disparities Dec. 1-4, Moderator for Workshop on
Small Business Grant Opportunities. Honolulu, Hawaii
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2010
2009
2008
2008
2008
2008
2008
2008
2008
2008
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2007
2006
Plan, organized and deployed 11th Biomedical Research Symposium for the College of Veterinary
Medicince Nursing and Allied Health serving as Associate Dean for Research and Advanced
Studies. September 22-24.
Plan, organized and deployed 10th Biomedical Research Symposium for the College of Veterinary
Medicince Nursing and Allied Health serving as Associate Dean for Research and Advanced
Studies. September 16-18.
Summer Productivity for faculty, staff and students of the CVMNAH. Workshop August 4-8,
Organized and delivered with facilitators lecture and practical demonstration of Operating System
and Utility development
June 23. Strategic Planning for the Association of Minority Health Profession Schools (AMHPS).
Renaissance Airport Hotel. Atlanta, Georgia.
April 14-16. Joint Meeting of RCMI Program Directors Association; RCMI Translational Research
Network & Jackson Heart Study Cardiovascular Disease Workshop. Jackson State University.
Jackson MS
March 11. Tuskegee University Business and Industry Cluster Spring Meeting. Kellogg
Conference Center. Tuskegee University.
March 15. Mentoring Workshop. Dean’s discussion panel. Kellogg Conference Center. Tuskegee
University.
March 19-21, 22nd Annual Symposium On Career Opportunities In Biomedical sciences and Health
Professions. Riverside Hilton, New Orleans, LA
March 17. Tuskegee University Legacy – Founders Dreams and Struggles. Dept. of Pathology and
Laboratory Medicine, Tulane University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA
January 25-27. Biological Sciences Reunion and Symposium. Florida Institute of Technology.
Melbourne, Fl. 32901
November 5. Tuskegee University Business and Industry Cluster Fall Meeting. Kellogg
September 19-21. Organizer and Chairman for the 8th Biomedical Research Symposium. Kellogg
September 14. Cancer Information Dissemination Conference: Are We Making a Difference?”
Kellogg Conference Center. Tuskegee University.
August 5-9. Microscopy & Microanalysis 2007 Scientific Meeting & Conference. Fort
Lauderdale, Florida.
July 26. Emergency Management Institute. FEMA. National Incident Management System
(NIMS) an Introduction. Tuskegee Alabama.
July 26. Emergency Management Institute. FEMA. An Introduction to the Incident Command
System (ICS 100). Tuskegee Alabama.
July 26. Emergency Management Institute. FEMA. National Response Plan (NRP), and
introduction. Tuskegee Alabama.
July 13. Summer Institute on Leadership for Managing Change. Booker T. Washington Institute
for Transformational Leadership. Kellogg Conference Center. Tuskegee University. Tuskegee
Alabama.
May 15. “NCRR-NIH” Fostering Collaborative Community-Based Clinical and Translational
Research. Doubletree Hotel Bethesda-Bethesda, MD.
April 4-6, 21st Annual Symposium On Career Opportunities In Biomedical Sciences and Health
Professions. Orlando World Center Marriott. Orlando Fl.
April 22-24. Partnership for Preparedness. AAVMC/ASPH Joint Symposium. Emory University.
Atlanta Georgia.
March 26. Academic Advisement – DATATEL Colleague System Training. Ford Library System.
Tuskegee University. Tuskegee Alabama.
March 16. Sigma Xi Lecture. Common Sense – Wisdom & Schooling. Tuskegee University.
Tuskegee Alabama.
December 7. Post Award Administration Workshop. Division of Research and Sponsored
Programs and Faculty Senate. Kellogg Conference Center. Tuskegee University. Tuskegee
Alabama.
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2006
2006
2006
2005
February 2. Macromedia Web development tools and application course. Regency Square,
Houston, Tx (Fast Track to ColdFusion).
April 8 2. Macromedia Web development tools and application course. Regency Square, Houston,
Tx (Flash and DreamWeaver).
Director of IT for Stor-All of New Orleans with Headquarters in Covington, LA under Michael
McGuire CEO (985-892-6411).
Due to Katrina, Tulane Medical School and Hospital closed and with it Dr. Fermin clinical
appointment support. Dr. Fermin’s tenured position was eliminated.
Morphological Services responsibility at Tulane Medical School (1988-2006)
1997
Sought and secured funds for establishing the Centralized Tulane Imaging Center (CTIC), which I
presently direct. The CTIC offers digital imaging and confocal microscopy to Tulane Medical
School faculty
1994
Director of Clinical Electron Microscopy, technical part
1994
Director of Histology Core
1994
Director of Tissue Bank
1989
Designed and supervised construction of new EM facility and remodeling of old EM laboratory.
Chose, purchased, and supervised installation of state of the art equipment for new EM facility
1989
Secured, operated, and instructed users how to operate state of the art video imaging facility, with
color thresholding and standard morphometric techniques
1988-1990
Supervised technical aspects and quality control of histology, EM and immuno-histology in the
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Tulane University Hospital and Clinic
1988-1990
Ensured biosafety measures for complying with new OSHA regulations of volatile, radioactive,
carcinogens, and biohazards
1988-
Instructed faculty, residents, fellows, technicians and students the use of compound optical light
microscope, electron microscope, video imaging techniques, and preparation of scientific
presentations
Research Experience
Immuno-histochemical techniques, color thresholding, molecular biology, computerized video imaging and
graphics, quality assurance, quality control
Isolated hair cells from vertebrate inner ear. University of Würzburg, FRG with Professor H-P Zenner
Immuno-histochemical, immuno-electron microscopy; grant preparation, manuscript preparation, and grant
management
Histological, histochemical, photographic and electron microscopic techniques
Summer Visiting Research Associate, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Communicative Sciences, Baylor
College of Medicine
Graduate Research Assistant, Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), Melbourne, FL
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Adjunct Research Faculty, Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), Melbourne, FL
Teaching Experience
Lecture for Integrative Bioscience PhD Program. How to Study Cells. Tuskegee University
Pathophysiology of Disease course (150 students). Xavier University of Louisiana, School of Pharmacy
Molecular and Cellular Biology interdisciplinary PhD program “how to study cells” module.” Tulane
Digital microscopy training for residents. Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Tulane
Electron microscopy training for residents. Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Tulane
Image analysis, audivisual visual and html training for residents. Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Tulane
Basis of Vestibular Disorders. Elective Course offered to medical Students. Tulane
Member, Graduate School at Tulane
Founder Member, Graduate faculty. Interdisciplinary program in Neurosciences at Tulane
Member, Graduate faculty. Interdisciplinary Molecular Cell Biology Graduate program at Tulane
Lecturer, Medical Students Correlative Anatomy Inner Ear, Departments of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine and
Anatomy, TMC
Mentor, Resident Physician Research Training Rotation, Departments of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine and
Anatomy, TMC
Lecturer, Resident Physician Introductory Basic Otorhinolaryngology and Communicative Sciences Course, BCM
Lecturer, Resident Physician Neurotology Teaching Conference. Department of Otorhinolaryngology and
Communicative Sciences, BCM
Mentor, Graduate Student Training Program in Bioacoustics, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and
Communicative Sciences, BCM
Mentor, Medical Student Research Training Program, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Communicative
Sciences, BCM.
Mentor, Resident Physician Research Training Rotation, Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Communicative
Sciences, BCM
Teaching Research Assistant, Department of Biology, FIT (Experimental Biology, Experimental Embryology,
Experimental Physiology). Redesigned testing paradigm for experimental biology and experimental
embryology courses by replacing look-through microscope with identification from projected 2x2 images
High School Biology/Anatomy Teacher. Dominican AFB, San Isidro, The Dominican Republic
Training Offered
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Post Professional Training-Tulane Medical School
Dimitri Lychakov, PhD. (Digital Imaging 1997; currently, Russian Academy of Science)
Hirotaka Hara, MD (Digital Imaging and Electron Microscopy1998; currently ENT Dept. Yamaguchi Univ.
Japan)
June Hara, MD (1998; currently (Digital Imaging and Electron Microscopy1998; currently ENT Dept. Yamaguchi
Univ. Japan)
Argelia Aybar, MD; 1999, 2003 Digital Microscopy and Immunohistology, currently (Medical Director of
Molecular Diagnostic laboratory Santiago The Dom. Rep.)
Graciela Meza-Ruiz, PhD, 1989 Digital Microscopy; currently Departamento de Neurociencias, Instituto de
Fisiología Celular, UNAM
Medical Technicians, Students & Residents Training:
Baylor College of Medicine
Gillermo Saurina, MD (1986). Currently, medical Staff at South Georgia Medical Center
Tulane Medical School – Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
John Sitton 1992 (Vehicular accidental death before completing Medical School)
Valerie Yantsos (1992), Currently unknown
David Lee, MD, (1993), Currently Vice-Chairman Dept. of Hospital Medicine Ochsner Health System 1514
Jefferson Highway, New Orleans, LA 70121
Ronda Parker and Andria Willaims (1997) MEdREP summer training, Currently Unknown
Jershonda Hartsfield (1996), MEdREP summer training, Currently Unknown
Daniel Tom (2003), Currently Harvard University
Dissertation/Thesis Committees:
Microbiology and Immunology-Tulane Medical School
Darrenn Hart, Ph.D. (1993, currently LSUHSC)
Scott A. Tenenbaum, M.S., Ph.D. (1994, currently Albany Medical College, Associate Professor)
Thomas G. Voss, Ph.D. (1994, Committee member; currently Tulane University Assistant Professor
Paul Gatti, Ph.D. (1998, Committee member; currently CSO-founder, Biocompare)
Bongkun Choi, Ph.D. (1998, currently Samsung Corp., Korea)
Neuroscienes Program-Tulane Medical School
Danielle Gray, Ph.D. (Dissertation Chairman 1999; currently Head Biol. Tuskegee University)
Cellular and Molecular Biology (CMB) Graduate Program - Tulane University
Traineep, Ph.D. (2005). Currently- unknown.
Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB) Graduate Program - Tulane University
Frank Lawrence (1993) Withdrew from Program in 1994, Currently, unknown
Douglas R. Plymale, M.B.A., J.D., Ph.D. (1996), (currently in private law practice)
Sara Sobel, M.D., Ph.D, (2002) currently University of Texas at Houston Assistant Professor)
David Sander, Ph.D. (1997; currently CSO Sander and Associates)
Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., (1999) Current Associate Professor Tulane University
Raj Kalkeri Ph.D., (2000) currently Project Director, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Cambridge, MA)
Micheal Bolton, Ph.D., (2001) currently UC San Francisco Medical School)
Intergrative Biosciences (IBS) PhD Program at Tuskegee
Cecilia Yates, PhD, 2010; (Currently post-doctoral fellow at University of Pittsburg)
MS in Veterinary Sciences CVMNAH. Tuskegee University
Ensa Mathews Spring 2011
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Institutional Service:
2010
Member, Internal Advisory Committee Integrative Biosciences (IBS) PhD program. Tuskegee
University
2010-
Chair CVMNAH 11th Biomedical Research Symposium September 22-24, 2010 with invited
speakers from several universities (Tuskegee University)
2009-
2008-
2008
Project Director. Research Center in Minority Institutions (RCMI). Tuskegee University
2007-
2007-
Committee chair for substantive revision of the Graduate Bulletin and Handbook (Tuskegee
University)
2007-Present
Member CMVNAH Biomedical Research Infrastructure/Facility Management (Tuskegee
University)
2005-2005
Member of the Tulane University Senate
2003-2005
Faculty Advisory Committee for the General Medical Faculty
2003-2003
Chairman of Clinical Diagnosis review committee
2003-2003
Medical School Curriculum Committee
2003-2005
Department of Pathology Departmental Safety Representative for Tulane Office of Environmental
Health & Safety
2001-2005
Department of Pathology IT and digital microscopy director.
2000-2005
Senate Committee on Review of Faculty Status Decision Impasses
2000-2005
Tulane computer/networking architecture review
1998-1998
Chair for search committee. Hyward Human Genetic Program Head
1997-1997
Member, Review committee for Gross Anatomy course
1997-1997
Member, Administrative Review committee for the Department of Otolaryngology
1995-1995
Member, Five Years Review Committee for Paul Guth, PhD Requested by Dr. James Fisher,
Department of Pharmacology
1995-1995
Member, Research Resources Program for Medical School Advisory Committee
1994-1997
Member, Personnel and Honors Committee, Tulane Medical School
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1992-1992
Member, Department of Anatomy Curriculum Review Committee, Tulane Medical Center
1993-1993
Member, Department Anatomy Administrative Review Committee, Tulane Medical Center
1989-2003
Interview, Medical Student applicants
1989-1990
Member, Strategic Facility Plan & Space Committee, Tulane Medical Center
1989-1993
Biosafety Officer, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Tulane Medical Center
1992-1992
Member, Ad Hoc committee for Recruitment of Director of Experimental Pathology. Research
Unit, Tulane Medical Center
1992-1999
Member, Tulane Interdisciplinary Graduate MCB Program Grant Review committee, Tulane
Medical Center
1992
Member, Gross Anatomy Curriculum Evaluation committee
1991-1994
Member, Tulane Medical School Animal User committee (ACAR)
1989-1990
Member, Tulane Medical School Ad Hoc committee for CBR Building Space Policy
1990-1992
Member, Tulane Medical School Volunteer Grant committee
1986-1987
Member, Baylor College of Medicine BSRG committee
1983-1987
Member, Baylor College of Medicine Otolaryngology Resident Recruitment committee
1981-1987
Member, Baylor College of Medicine Medical Student Applicant Interviewing committee
1981-1987
Member, Training Advisors Summer program. Baylor College of Medicine and High School for
Health Professional Program (HSHP). Houston Texas. HSHP advisor, Ms. Sue Donchatz (6
trainees)
National Service
2014-
Member, Editorial Board Cell Science & Report online journal
2012-Present
Chair, Meharry Medical College RCMI External Advisory Committee
2011
Member External Advisory Committee for the External Advisory Committee for the RCMI
Multidisciplinary and Translational Research Infrastructure Expansion (RMATRIX) in Hawaii
grant (PI J. Hedges). John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawii, Honolulu 96813.
2011
Member External Advisory Committee for the External Advisory Committee for the RCMI
2010
Senior Program Organizer Team for the RCMI Translational Research Network (RTRN) meeting
(Keith Norris, MD PI) at John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii, Honolulu
96813.
2010
RCMI Community Engagement Cluster working group Facilitator/Rapparteur
2010
RCMI Coordinator Mentoring Workshop. Biannual RCMI PI/PD meeting, Nashville, TN
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2010
Member RCMI Granting Workshop. Biannual RCMI PI/PD meeting. Nashville, TN
2009
Reviewer. RTRN Small Grant Program.
2008
Small Business Grant/NCRR workshop. Biannual RCMI PI/PD meeting. Hawaii
2006
Member Research Advisory Council. Association of Minority Health Profession Schools
(AMHPS)
1997
Member, Special Emphasis Review Panel (NIDCD)
1996
Grant Review: Veteran Administration
1996
Manuscript Reviews: Life Sciences
1996
Manuscript Reviews: Journal of Comparative Neurology
1995
Manuscript Reviews: Journal of Hepathology
1994- Present
Member, Editorial Board of Microscopy Research Techniques Journal specialized in high
resolution Electron Microscopy and relates techniques
1994
Manuscript Reviews: Cellular and Molecular Biology
1994
Manuscript Reviews: Journal of Comparative Physiology A
1993
Manuscript Reviews: Archives of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
1993
Book Review: Archives of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. 1) Electronic Light Microscopy Techniques in Modern Biomedical Microscopy by Shelton, 2) Electron Microscopy
Immunocytochemistry: Principles and Practice by Polak and Priestley, 3) In Situ Hybridization:
Principles and Practice by Polak and Mcgee
1993
Member, Scientific Review committee, National Organization for Hearing Research, Narberth, PA
19072
1992
Member, Site Visit Review Team for Environmental Health Sciences Review committee. National
Institutes of Environmental Health Sciences/NIH Research Triangle Park, NC
1986
Manuscript Reviews: Journal of Scanning Electron Microscopy
1989
Manuscript Reviews: Hearing Research Journal
1985-1989
Manuscript Reviews: Annals Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology
1988-1991
Member, Scientific Board of Advisors to American Innovision, San Diego, CA
1988-1992
Member, Communication Disorders Review Committee. NIDCD
1991
Member, Scientific Panel to the NIH/NIDCD National Strategic Research Plan. Balance and
Vestibular System. Bethesda, MD.
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1987
Annual Meeting Participation: Co-chairperson, Association for Research in Otolaryngology (ARO),
"Vestibular, Nasal, Immunology, Microbiology & Biochemistry"
1987
Annual Meeting Participation: Co-chairperson, Association for Research in Otolaryngology,
"Cochlear Implant, Cochlear Morphology, and Embryology"
1987
Annual Meeting Participation: Co-chairperson, Association for Research in Otolaryngology,
"Middle Ear, and Facial Nerve"
1986
Grant Reviews: National Science Foundation -- Ad Hoc
1986
American Institute of Biological Sciences. Revision of proposals submitted to NASA
Professional Affiliations
1997
Greater New Orleans Society for Neurosciences (GNSN)
1997
Society for Ultrastructural Pathology (SUP)
1989-
American Society for Investigative Pathology (ASIP)
1988
American Society for Gravitational and Space Biology (ASGSB)
1983
American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB)
1977
Society for Neuroscience (SN)
1976
Southeast Electron Microscopy Society (SEMS)
1978
Association for Research in Otolaryngology (ARO)
1978-Present
Electron (Microscopy Society of America). New name in parenthesis (MSA)
1977
Texas Society for Electron Microscopy (TSEM)
Invited Workshops, Symposia and Conferences
1986
First National Conference on Research Goals and Methods for Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery,
Bethesda, MD
1986
NASA Workshop on Gravity Sensing Systems, Monterey, CA.
1986
Morphogenesis of the Otoliths in the Chick (Gallus domesticus) Embryo, NASA-American Physiological
Workshop on Gravitation Effects on Animal Development, Buffalo, NY
1996
Review of Statoconia Formation in Birds and Original Research in Chicks (Gallus domesticus),
International Symposium on Formation of Statoliths, Otoliths and Otoconia, New Orleans, LA
1986
Ultrastructural Changes of Statoconia after Segmentation of the Otolithic Membrane. NASAInternational Society for Developmental Neuroscience Symposium on the Onset of Function in the Inner
Ear, Queretaro, Mexico
1986
NASA-FASEB Conference on Response to Gravity and Space Weightlessness, Copper Mountain, CO
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1987
Visiting Research Scientist (Guest Professor), Universitat Klinik und Poliklinik, für Hals-Nasen-und
Ohrenkranke im Kopflinikum Würzburg with Prof. H.-P. Zenner.
1987
ASCB-Woods Hole Video Microscopy and Digital Imaging
1992
Space Lab MIR-1(SLM)-1 Avian Science Development Workshop-AMES. NASA Ames Research
Center, Moffett Field, CA
1992
Lecture and book chapter on Auditory function. A textbook of clinical auditory topics. Sociedad
Mexicana de ciencias fisiológicas, A.C. Instituto de Fisiología Celular, Universidad Nacional Autonoma
de Mexico
1993
Video microscopy software and hardware applications. Anatomical Society of Great Britain and Ireland,
Department of Biomedical Science, The University of Sheffield, UK
1994
Lecture and two book chapters on Central vestibular neurotransmission. Recent Advances in Sensory
Physiology. Sociedad Mexicana de Ciencias Fisiologicas, A. C. Instituto de Fisiología Celular,
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico
1994
Lecture. S-100ß, neuronal and possible ionic functions. Ear, Nose and Throat University Hospital,
University of Tübingen, Germany
1994
Color thresholding and video imaging in anatomy. Quantitative Morphology Symposium. XIVth
Federative International Congress of Anatomy. Lisbon, Portugal, July 24-30
1996
Invited lecture at the First Congreso Internacional y Segunda Jornada Medico-Quirurgica “Dr. Andres
Peralta” on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Corominas Clinics of Santiago, The Dominican
Republic. Presented Lecture entitled “Morphological correlates of HIV cytopathology”
1996
Invited lecture to the Dominican Society of Pathology and Infectious Diseases in Santo Domingo, The
Dominican Republic entitled “Role of retroviruses in autoimmune disease”
1997
Invited lecture to the Dominican Society of Pathology, The Dominican Republic entitled “Attachment,
penetration and killing of cells by HIV”
2000
Vestibular Labyrinth in Health and disease. Washington University. St. Louis, MO
2001
Bioastronautics Investigator’s Workshop. National Aeronautics and Space Administration and
Universities Space Research Association. Galveston, TX
2004
International liason and organizer for “Virus and Neoplasia” Conference in Santiago, the Dominican
Republic sponsored by UTESA.
2005
International liason and organizer for “Molecular Genetics and Academic Medicine” Conference in
Santiago, The Dominican Republic sponsored by UTESA
2007
Emergency Management Institute (FEMA) National Response Plan (NRP). July 2007
2007
The 21st Annual Symposium On Career Opportunities in Biomedical Sciences and Health Professions.
Orlando World Center Marriott, Orlando, FL. April 4-6, 2007
2007
Tuskegee University Academic Advisement – DataTel Colleague System Training. March, 2007.
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2008
Mentoring Worshop. Tuskegee University Kellogg Conference Center. Joseph Francisco and Anil
Netravali Facilitators. May15.
2007
Partnership for Preparedness. AAVMC/ASPH Joint Symposium. Emery University Conference Center
Hotel, Atlanta, Ga 30329.
2007
How to Manage Interpersonal Conflicts at Work. Leading Effectively Webminar series. October 9th, 2007.
2007
Transformational Leadership. Tuskegee University B.T. Washington Institute for Transformational
Leadership.
2009
Emergency Management Planning, Preparedness, Training and Education for Colleges and Universities
class (E-390) January 14-16 in Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Invited Lectures & Seminars
1981
The Vestibular Ganglia of the Squirrel Monkey Before and After Labyrinthectomy. Department of
Biological Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology
1982
Basic Electron Microscopy Techniques: Development, Implication, and Applications Department of
Biology, Rice University, Houston, TX
1983
Developmental Gradient in a Vertebrate Ear: Ultrastructure of Cytodifferentiation and Synaptogenesis of
the Sensory Epithelia, Program for the Neuroscience, BCM
1983
The Clinician and the Researcher, Division of Public Relations, Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
1984
Electron Microscopy of Biological Material: X-Ray Microanalysis of Calcium Incorporation in the Chick
Otoliths, Department of Biological Sciences, Florida Institute of Technology
1987
Vestibular Nerve Morphology and Characterization. Implication of Nerve Morphology to Vestibular
Disturbances. Department Otolaryngology University of Würzburg, FRG
1988
The vestibular nerve of normal and pathological specimens. Light and Electron Microscopy. Department
of Anatomy, TMC
1989
Computer-Aided Morphometry and Analysis in Anatomy, TMC
1990
Video Microscopy and the Pathology Profession, TMC
1990
Grant Seminar. The Fundable Idea. Process and Mechanism for Successful Grant Preparation.
Organizing Committee and Key Speaker, TMC
1993
Detection and Characterization of a Human Intracisternal A-type Retroviral Particle Antigenically
Related to HIV, TMC
1993
Objective quantification of biological materials. Dept. of Microbiology and Immunology, TMC
1993
Objective Quantification in Immunohistology. NIDA/NIH Image Analysis Training Seminar. San
Diego, CA
1993
Un Virus Nuevo Causante de Enfermedades Autoimunológicas Similares al SIDA. Pontificia
Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra. Santiago, The Dominican Republic
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1993
El Maestro Como Estudiante, y El Método Cientifico Como Instructor. Colegio Padre Fortin. Santiago,
The Dominican Republic
1993
Destino, Suerte o Persistencia. Autobiografía. Colegio Padre Fortin. Santiago, The Dominican
Republic
1993
Accesory for Teachers on the Importance of Practical Laboratory Experience for Logical Thinking
Development. Colegio Padre Fortin. Santiago, The Dominican Republic
1993
Round Table Discussion with Pathology Residents and Attending Staff on the Current Educational
Problems Facing Academic Institutions with the Changing Health Care Environment. Sponsored by
Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra. Santiago, The Dominican Republic
1993
Color Thresholding in Electronic Light Microscopy. Anatomical Society of Great Britain and Ireland.
Invitation from Professor Williams, Department Biomedical Science, The Univesity of Sheffield, U.K
1993
Expression of S-100ß in the Chick Inner Ear. Invitation from Prof. H-P. Zenner, Universitats-HalsNasen-Ohrenklinik Tübingen. Tübingen, Germany
1994
Caracteristicas Morfológicas de Células Infectadas por el HIV. Departamento de Medicina. Pontificia
Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra. Santiago, The Dominican Republic
1994
Ajuste Constante del Maestro al Cambio Constante de los Esdudiantes. Colegio Padre Fortin. Santiago,
Colegio Ntra. Sra. P. Socorro, Nagua. The Dominican Republic
1994
Misión y Deversión. Colegio Padre Fortin. Santiago, Colegio Ntra. Sra. P. Socorro, Nagua. The
Dominican Republic
1994
Round Table Discussion with Residents and Attending Pathology staff on the Potential Existing in the
Dominican Republic for Certain Clinical Studies. Sponsored by Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre
y Maestra. Santiago, The Dominican Republic
1994
Consultant for Teachers on the Importance of Practical Laboratory Experience for Logical Thinking
Development. Colegio Padre Fortin. Santiago, The Dominican Republic
1994
Consultant for Teachers on the Importance of Practical Laboratory Experience for Logical Thinking
Development. Colegio Nuestra Sra. P. Socorro, Nagua, The Dominican Republic
2004
Department of Cell and Molecular Biology. A potential avian homologue of mammalian S100b.
Tulane University Main uptown Campus.
2007
Tuskegee Annual Sigma-Xi symposium. The analog world & virtual you. Tuskegee University
Department of Biology.
2008
Keynote Speaker for the 55th anniversary and Medical Congress of the Clinicas Corominas in Santiago
the Dominican Republic. La imagen digital como recurso en el diagnostico de patologia (Digital images
as tools in Diagnostic Pathology).
2010
Wants and Needs – A realistic assessment of individual potential. Mentoring Workshop of the 12th
RCMI International Symposium on Health Disparities. Nashville, TN USA
2011
S100ß-p53 potential apoptotic role in neuronal cell differentiation. Department of Biology. RCMI College of Science and Engineering. Jackson State University. Jackson MS
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2014
virus-clasification and impact," and "serology, molecular, diagnosis and advances in viral infections:
attention Hanta Virus. Medical Research Center at Santiago, Dominican Republic.
Exhibit
Electron Microscopy Society of America Travel Exhibit. "Morphological Characterization of the Vestibular Nerve"
Others
Credit. 1986-1987 Electron Microscopy Catalog Supply, Ted Pella Inc., for use of TEM photo
Credit. Cover photo ASM News Vol. 57 (1991), February issue
Cover photo. J. Microscopy, Vol. 167 (1992), July issue
Cover photo. Hals-Nasen-Ohren (HNO), Vol. 41 (1993), May issue
Principal Research Interests
Ultrastructural changes of CD4 positive lymphocytes before and after HIV infection in culture.
Internalization, processing, and extrusion of virus protein concomitantly with changes of the lymphocyte
plasma membrane changes
Gene expression in brain tissues as the result of insulting the peripheral nerves and receptors
Cellular/ultrastructural changes in normal and induced anomalies of inner ear sensory organs, including
neuronal degeneration
Objective quantification via computerized video microscopy using color thresholding as a key factor in
evaluation changes in hues and intensities
Relationships that may exist between the development of the epithelia and gelatinous membranes of the
inner ear
Effects of microgravity and zero gravity environment on the development of the inner ear (space station
flights)
Cytodifferentiation of the sensory epithelia of the inner ear, with special interest in relation of synapse
formation and morphologic refinement to onset of hearing function
Neuronal plasticity: Changes in peripheral and central components of the vestibular nervous system
following ablation of inner ear end-organ or transection of eighth nerve branches
Miscellaneous activities:
1989 Scientific advisory support team for Chix in space project flown in the STS-29 Space Shuttle mission.
Experimental design, specimen collection, and data analysis
2004 Member, board of director for the International Hospital for Children (www.theihc.org)
2004 Vice-president for the International Hospital for Children
Various T.V., radio and newspaper interviews on science related projects
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Patents:
5,344,774 (HIAP I)
5,364,756 (HIAP I)
5,580,772 (HIAP II)
Publications
Reviewed Papers
1. Gerald D. Griffin, and Cesar D. Fermin. S100ß: a predictive biomarker for neural trauma with therapeutic
potential MOJ Cell Sciences & Report. 2015, In Press.
2. Kyoungsook Park, Abdela Woubit Salah, Cesar D. Fermin, Dai-Wu Seol, and Moonil Kim. Hypoxia inhibition
of camptothecin-induced apoptosis by Bax loss. Biologia 2012: 67/3:616-621.
3. Kyoungsook Park, Jeong Min Lee, Yongwon Jung, Tsegaye Habtemariam, Abdela Woubit Salah, Cesar D.
Fermin and Moonil Kim.Combination of cysteine- and oligomerization domainmediated protein
immobilization on a surface plasmonresonance (SPR) gold chip surface. Analyst, 2011, 136, 2506.
4. Rodriguez, S. K. Fadlalla, T. Graham, B. Tameru, C. D. Fermin and T. Samuel. Immunohistochemical
Evaluation of AKT Protein Activation in Canine Mast Cell Tumours. J Comp Pathol. 2012 147:171-176.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=22289
273
5. Choi B, Fermin CD, Comardelle AM, Haislip AM, Voss TG, Garry RF. Alterations in intracellular potassium
concentration by HIV-1 and SIV Nef. Virol J. 2008; 5:60 PMC2396157
6. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&dopt=Citation&list_uids=18190
699
7. Choi B, Gatti PJ, Fermin CD, Vigh S, Haislip AM, Garry RF. Down-regulation of cell surface CXCR4 by
HIV-1. Virol J. 2008;5:6 PMC2248172
774
8. Sander DM, Wolfsheimer K, Gallaher WR, Fermin CD, Haislip AM, Garry RF. Seroreactivity to A-type
retrovirus proteins in a subset of cats with hyperthyroidism. Microsc Res Tech. 2005;68(3-4):235-8
511
9. Sander DM, Szabo S, Gallaher WR, Deas JE, Thompson JJ, Cao Y, et al. Involvement of human intracisternal
A-type retroviral particles in autoimmunity. Microsc Res Tech. 2005;68(3-4):222-34
517
10. Pamujula S, Kishore V, Rider B, Fermin CD, Graves RA, Agrawal KC, et al. Radioprotection in mice
following oral delivery of amifostine nanoparticles. Int J Radiat Biol. 2005;81(3):251-7
934
11. Hazari S, Patil A, Joshi V, Sullivan DE, Fermin CD, Garry RF, et al. Alpha interferon inhibits translation
mediated by the internal ribosome entry site of six different hepatitis C virus genotypes. J Gen Virol.
2005;86(Pt 11):3047-53
227
12. Fermin C, Garry R. Alterations of lymphocyte membranes during HIV-1 infection via multiple and
simultaneous entry strategies. Microsc Res Tech. 2005;68(3-4):149-67
509
13. Daveron E, Jain N, Kelley GP, Luer WH, Fermin C, Helmcke F, et al. Papillary fibroelastoma and Lambl's
excrescences: echocardiographic diagnosis and differential diagnosis. Echocardiography. 2005;22(3):285-7
169
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14. Daveron E, Jain N, Kelley GP, Luer WH, Fermin C, Helmcke F, et al. Papillary fibroelastoma and Lambl's
excrescences: echocardiographic diagnosis and differential diagnosis. Echocardiography. 2005;22(5):461-3
304
15. Dash S, Haque S, Joshi V, Prabhu R, Hazari S, Fermin C, et al. HCV-hepatocellular carcinoma: new findings
and hope for effective treatment. Microsc Res Tech. 2005;68(3-4):130-48
514
16. Cabrera-Batista B, Skewes-Ramm R, Fermin CD, Garry RF. Dengue in the Dominican Republic:
epidemiology for 2004. Microsc Res Tech. 2005;68(3-4):250-4
520
17. Bastian FO, Fermin CD. Slow virus disease: deciphering conflicting data on the transmissible spongiform
encephalopathies (TSE) also called prion diseases. Microsc Res Tech. 2005;68(3-4):239-46
518
18. Morris GF, Notwick AR, David O, Fermin C, Brody AR, Friedman M. Development of lung tumors in
mutant p53-expressing mice after inhalation exposure to asbestos. Chest. 2004;125(5 Suppl):85S-6S
429
19. Zhang Z, Zhang X, Avniel WA, Song Y, Jones SM, Jones TA, et al. Malleal processus brevis is dispensable
for normal hearing in mice. Dev Dyn. 2003;227(1):69-77
100
20. Zhang Z, Song Y, Zhao X, Zhang X, Fermin C, Chen Y. Rescue of cleft palate in Msx1-deficient mice by
transgenic Bmp4 reveals a network of BMP and Shh signaling in the regulation of mammalian palatogenesis.
Development. 2002;129(17):4135-46
415
21. Hara J, Plymale DR, Shepard DL, Hara H, Garry RF, Yoshihara T, et al. Avian dark cells. Eur Arch
Otorhinolaryngol. 2002;259(3):121-41
264
22. Ghosh S, Mendoza T, Ortiz LA, Hoyle GW, Fermin CD, Brody AR, et al. Bleomycin sensitivity of mice
expressing dominant-negative p53 in the lung epithelium. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2002;166(6):890-7
503
23. Nelson A, Mendoza T, Hoyle GW, Brody AR, Fermin C, Morris GF. Enhancement of fibrogenesis by the p53
tumor suppressor protein in asbestos-exposed rodents. Chest. 2001;120(1 Suppl):33S-4S
905
24. Kalkeri G, Khalap N, Garry RF, Fermin CD, Dash S. Hepatitis C virus protein expression induces apoptosis
in HepG2 cells. Virology. 2001;282(1):26-37
187
25. Kalkeri G, Khalap N, Akhter S, Garry RF, Fermin CD, Dash S. Hepatitis C viral proteins affect cell viability
and membrane permeability. Exp Mol Pathol. 2001;71(3):194-208
945
26. Plymale DR, Tang DS, Comardelle AM, Fermin CD, Lewis DE, Garry RF. Both necrosis and apoptosis
contribute to HIV-1-induced killing of CD4 cells. AIDS. 1999;13(14):1827-39
640
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27. Deas JE, Thompson JJ, Fermin CD, Liu LL, Martin D, Garry RF, et al. Viral induction, transmission and
apoptosis among cells infected by a Human Intracisternal A-type retrovirus. Virus Res. 1999;61(1):19-27
206
28. Hara H, Meza G, Bohne B, Hara J, Fermin CD. Aminoglycoside damage to young rats equilibrium. Microsc
Microanal. 1998;4 Suppl 2:1170-1
891
29. Hara H, Fermin CD. 2G alters the utricular macula of chick embryos. Microsc Microanal. 1998;4 Suppl
2:1168-9
889
30. Hara H, Chen X, Hartsfield JF, Hara J, Martin D, Fermin CD. Chicken (Gallus domesticus) inner ear
afferents. Prim Sens Neuron. 1998;2(4):253-74
513
31. Gatti PJ, Choi B, Haislip AM, Fermin CD, Garry RF. Inhibition of HIV type 1 production by hygromycin B.
AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses. 1998;14(10):885-92
17
32. Fermin CD, Lychakov D, Campos A, Hara H, Sondag E, Jones T, et al. Otoconia biogenesis, phylogeny,
composition and functional attributes. Histol Histopathol. 1998;13(4):1103-54
06
33. Choi B, Gatti PJ, Haislip AM, Fermin CD, Garry RF. Role of potassium in human immunodeficiency virus
production and cytopathic effects. Virology. 1998;247(2):189-99
12
34. Merogi AJ, Marrogi AJ, Ramesh R, Robinson WR, Fermin CD, Freeman SM. Tumor-host interaction:
analysis of cytokines, growth factors, and tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes in ovarian carcinomas. Hum Pathol.
1997;28(3):321-31
97
35. Fermin CD, Martin DS, Hara H. Color threshold and ratio of S100 beta, MAP5, NF68/200, GABA & GAD. I.
Distribution in inner ear afferents. Cell Vis. 1997;4(5):280-97
512
36. Comardelle AM, Norris CH, Plymale DR, Gatti PJ, Choi B, Fermin CD, et al. A synthetic peptide
corresponding to the carboxy terminus of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 transmembrane glycoprotein
induces alterations in the ionic permeability of Xenopus laevis oocytes. AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses.
1997;13(17):1525-32
52
37. Zimmermann U, Fermin C. Shape deformation of the organ of Corti associated with length changes of outer
hair cell. Acta Otolaryngol. 1996;116(3):395-400
38
38. Voss TG, Gatti PJ, Fermin CD, Garry RF. Reduction of human immunodeficiency virus production and
cytopathic effects by inhibitors of the Na+/K+/2Cl- cotransporter. Virology. 1996;219(1):291-4
43
39. Voss TG, Fermin CD, Levy JA, Vigh S, Choi B, Garry RF. Alteration of intracellular potassium and sodium
concentrations correlates with induction of cytopathic effects by human immunodeficiency virus. J Virol.
1996;70(8):5447-54
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40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
51.
52.
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Makutonina A, Voss TG, Plymale DR, Fermin CD, Norris CH, Vigh S, et al. Human immunodeficiency virus
infection of T-lymphoblastoid cells reduces intracellular pH. J Virol. 1996;70(10):7049-55
49
Garry RF, Fermin CD, Kohler PF, Markert ML, Luo H. Antibodies against retroviral proteins and nuclear
antigens in a subset of idiopathic CD4+ T lymphocytopenia patients. AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses.
1996;12(10):931-40
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Fermin CD, Martin D, Jones T, Vellinger J, Deuser M, Hester P, et al. Microgravity in the STS-29 space
shuttle discovery affected the vestibular system of chick embryos. Histol Histopathol. 1996;11(2):407-26
64
Plymale DR, Ng Tang DS, Fermin CD, Lewis DE, Martin DS, Garry RF. Comparison of DNA fragmentation
and color thresholding for objective quantitation of apoptotic cells. Scanning Microsc. 1995;9(3):833-42
96
Mason-Garcia M, Harlan RE, Mallia C, Jeter JR, Jr., Steinberg HB, Fermin C, et al. Interleukin-3 or
erythropoietin induced nuclear localization of protein kinase C beta isoforms in hematopoietic target cells.
Cell Prolif. 1995;28(3):145-55
24
Fermin CD, Martin DS, Li YT, Li SC. The glycan keratan sulfate in inner ear crystals. Cell Mol Biol (Noisyle-grand). 1995;41(4):577-91
94
Fermin CD, Martin DS. Expression of S100 beta in sensory and secretory cells of the vertebrate inner ear.
Cell Mol Biol (Noisy-le-grand). 1995;41(2):213-25
31
Fermin CD, Lee DH, Martin DS. Elliptical-P cells in the avian perilymphatic interface of the Tegmentum
vasculosum. Scanning Microsc. 1995;9(4):1207-21; discussion 21-2
99
Fermin CD, Degraw S. Colour thresholding in video imaging. J Anat. 1995;186 ( Pt 3):469-81
21
Domingue GJ, Ghoniem GM, Bost KL, Fermin C, Human LG. Dormant microbes in interstitial cystitis. J
Urol. 1995;153(4):1321-6
36
Zenner HP, Reuter G, Zimmermann U, Gitter AH, Fermin C, LePage EL. Transitory endolymph leakage
induced hearing loss and tinnitus: depolarization, biphasic shortening and loss of electromotility of outer hair
cells. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 1994;251(3):143-53
33
Guth PS, Fermin CD, Pantoja M, Edwards R, Norris C. Hair cells of different shapes and their placement
along the frog crista ampullaris. Hear Res. 1994;73(1):109-15
99
Fermin CD, Lee DH, Martin D. Post-embedding tem signal-to-noise ratio of S-100. Hear Res.
1994;73(2):195-202
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53.
54.
55.
56.
57.
58.
59.
60.
61.
62.
63.
64.
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Jones TA, Fermin C, Hester PY, Vellinger J. Effects of microgravity on vestibular ontogeny: direct
physiological and anatomical measurements following space flight (STS-29). Acta Vet Brno. 1993;62(6
Suppl):S35-42
351
Guth P, Norris C, Fermin CD, Pantoja M. The correlated blanching of synaptic bodies and reduction in
afferent firing rates caused by transmitter-depleting agents in the frog semicircular canal. Hear Res.
1993;66(2):143-9
40
Garry RF, Fermin CD. Viral burden in AIDS. Nature. 1993;365(6444):301-2
16
Fermin CD, Garry RF. [Possible involvement of a recently discovered human retrovirus in idiopathic
immunologic disorders, including Sjogren syndrome (autoimmune exocrinopathy)]. HNO. 1993;41(5):239-49
92
Fermin CD. High resolution and image processing of otoconia matrix. Microsc Res Tech. 1993;25(4):297-303
80
Yoshihara T, Kaname H, Narita N, Ishii T, Igarashi M, Fermin CD. Development of the endolymphatic sac in
chick embryos, with reference to the degradation of otoconia. ORL J Otorhinolaryngol Relat Spec.
1992;54(5):235-40
44
Fermin CD, Gerber MA, Torre-Bueno JR. Colour thresholding and objective quantification in bioimaging. J
Microsc. 1992;167(Pt 1):85-95
95
Fermin CD, Garry RF. Membrane alterations linked to early interactions of HIV with the cell surface.
Virology. 1992;191(2):941-6
83
Vigh S, Arimura A, Koves K, Somogyvari-Vigh A, Sitton J, Fermin CD. Immunohistochemical localization
of the neuropeptide, pituitary adenylate cyclase activating polypeptide (PACAP), in human and primate
hypothalamus. Peptides. 1991;12(2):313-8
82
Jones TA, Vellinger J, Hester PY, Fermin C. Weightlessness and the ontogeny of vestibular function:
evidence for persistent vestibular threshold shifts in chicks incubated in space. Physiologist. 1991;34(1
Suppl):S143-4
15
Humbert JR, Fermin CD, Winsor EL. Early damage to granulocytes during storage. Semin Hematol.
1991;28(3 Suppl 5):10-3
36
Yoshihara T, Igarashi M, Fermin CD. Ultracytochemical localization of Na+, K(+)-ATPase activity in the
tegmentum vasculosum of the developing chick cochlea. Acta Otolaryngol. 1990;110(5-6):366-73
03
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65. Garry RF, Fermin CD, Hart DJ, Alexander SS, Donehower LA, Luo-Zhang H. Detection of a human
intracisternal A-type retroviral particle antigenically related to HIV. Science. 1990;250(4984):1127-9
73
66. Fermin CD, Lovett AE, Igarashi M, Dunner K, Jr. Immunohistochemistry and histochemistry of the inner ear
gelatinous membranes and statoconia of the chick (Gallus domesticus). Acta Anat (Basel). 1990;138(1):75-83
00
67. Fermin CD, Diaz E, Maldonado A, Martin D, Hruska Z. Fast processing of black and white films used in the
EM lab. J Electron Microsc Tech. 1990;16(1):85-6
34
68. Beckman BS, Mason-Garcia M, Martinez MI, Fermin C. Enhanced expression of the beta II subspecies of
protein kinase C in differentiating erythroleukemia cells. Exp Cell Res. 1990;191(2):319-22
84
69. Fermin CD, Igarashi M, Martin GK, Jenkins HA. Ultrastructural evidence of repair and neuronal survival
after labyrinthectomy in the squirrel monkey. Acta Anat (Basel). 1989;135(1):62-70
62
70. Yoshihara T, Usami S, Igarashi M, Fermin CD. Ultracytochemical study of ouabain-sensitive, potassiumdependent p-nitrophenylphosphatase activity in the inner ear of the squirrel monkey. Acta Otolaryngol.
1987;103(3-4):161-9
81
71. Yoshihara T, Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Localization of Na+, K+-ATPase activity in the tegmentum vasculosum
of the chick cochlea. Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 1987;243(6):401-2
34
72. Fermin CD, Igarashi M, Yoshihara T. Ultrastructural changes of statoconia after segmentation of the otolithic
membrane. Hear Res. 1987;28(1):23-34
58
73. Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Morphometry and ultrastructure of the squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus) vestibular
nerve. Acta Anat (Basel). 1987;129(3):188-99
10
74. Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Review of statoconia formation in birds and original research in chicks (Gallus
domesticus). Scan Electron Microsc. 1986(Pt 4):1649-65
97
75. Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Development of otoconia in the embryonic chick (Gallus domesticus). Acta Anat
(Basel). 1985;123(3):148-52
33
76. Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Morphogenesis and calcification of the statoconia in the chick (Gallus domesticus)
embryo: implications for future studies. Physiologist. 1985;28(6 Suppl):S87-8
99
77. Fermin CD, Colmers WF, Igarashi M. Electron-microscopic observations of the gravity receptor epithelia of
normal and spinner juvenile Octopus maya. Cell Tissue Res. 1985;240(3):701-4
03
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78. Cohen GM, Fermin CD. Development of the embryonic chick's tectorial membrane. Hear Res.
1985;18(1):29-39
10
79. Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Dendritic growth following labyrinthectomy in the squirrel monkey. Light and
electron microscopic studies. Acta Otolaryngol. 1984;97(3-4):203-12
97
80. Fermin CD, Cohen GM. Developmental gradients in the embryonic chick's basilar papilla. Acta Otolaryngol.
1984;97(1-2):39-51
29
81. Fermin CD, Cohen GM. Development of the embryonic chick's statoacoustic ganglion. Acta Otolaryngol.
1984;98(1-2):42-52
25
82. Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Aminoglycoside ototoxicity in the chick (Gallus domesticus) inner ear: I. The effects
of kanamycin and netilmicin on the basilar papilla. Am J Otolaryngol. 1983;4(3):174-83
61
83. Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Vestibular ganglion of the squirrel monkey. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1982;91(1 Pt
1):44-52
76
84. Cohen GM, Fermin CD. The development of hair cells in the embryonic chick's basilar papilla. Acta
Otolaryngol. 1978;86(5-6):342-58
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Book Chapters
1) Gallaher, W., Fermin, CD Henderson, L., et al., Membrane interactions of HIV. Implications for pathogenesis
and therapy in AIDS: Attachment, fusion, and cytopathology. In: Advances in Membrane Fluidity. Roland C.
Aloia ed. Vol. 6., pages 113-142. Wiley-Liss, Inc. NY 1992.
2) Garry, RF, Kreig, AM, Cheevers, WP, Montelaro, RC, Golding and Fermin, CD. Retroviruses and their roles
in chronic inflammatory diseases and autoimmunity. In: The Retroviridae, JA Levy Ed. Vol. 4:491-603, 1995.
3) Fermin, CD La fisiología auditiva. En: Medicina de la Comunicación Humana, Y.Peñaloza et al. eds..
Instituto Nacional de la Comunicación Humana y Subsecretaría de Servicios de Salud (SSA) Mexico 1994,
Pages 301-322.
4) Fermin, CD. Neurotransmisión vestibular central. I Componentes y deficiones. En: NEUROBIOLOGIA DE
LOS SISTEMAS SENSORIALES. Meza-Ruiz, G. Ed. Universidad Autonoma de Mexico, Mexico. Chapter 14,
pages 285-317, 1995 First edition. Mexico, DF.
5) Fermin, CD, D. S. Martin and T.A. Jones. Neurotransmisión vestibular central. II Función y aspectos
moleculares. En: NEUROBIOLOGIA DE LOS SISTEMAS SENSORIALES Meza-Ruiz, G. Ed. Universidad
Autonoma de Mexico. Mexico, Chapter 15, pages 317-363, 1995. First edition. Mexico, DF.
Proceedings and Rapid Communications
6) Algan, H and Fermin, CD. Microsocopy Identification of Strength and Durabity of Rail Steels. Microsc.
Microanal. 19 (Suppl 2): 1806-1807, 2013.
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7) Islam, M. Fermin, CD Algan, H. Microsocopy Origin of Strength and Micro-Hardness of Titanium Alloy at
Elevated Temperature. Microsc. Microanal. In Press, 2015.
8) Nelson A., Mendoza T., Hoyle G.W., Brody A.R., Fermin C. and Morris G.F. Enhancement of fibrogenesis by
the p53 tumor supressor protein in asbestos-exposed rodents. Chest, 2001.
9) Fermin, CD, Garry, RF, Chen, Y-P, Zimmer, D. Effect of microgravity on afferent innervation.
Bioastronautics investigators’ workshop, 2001.
10) Fermin, CD. Funding mechanisms. The Scientist, 9(24):13, 1996.
11) Fermin, CD. Gutsy Opinion. The Scientist, 10(13):11, 1996.
12) Fermin, CD. Anatomy, histology and color thresholding. Microscopy Today 95-5:16, 1995
13) Fermin, CD Neuronal proteins before, during and after vestibular synaptogenesis. NASA Techn. Memorandum
12/1994: 124-128, 1995.
14) Fermin, CD and Martin, D. Otoconia perfect/imperfect crystals. In: Bailey & Garratt-Reed eds. 52th Ann meet.
Micr Soc Am, Pages 42-43, San Francisco Press, Inc. CA, 1994.
15) Jones, TA, Vellinger, J Hester, PY, Fermin C. Weightlessness and the ontogeny of vestibular function:
evidence for persistent vestibular threshold shifts in chicks incubated in space. Physiologist S34:143-144, 1991.
16) Fermin, CD Influences of synaptic genesis on the architecture of vestibular epithelia. II NASA Techn.
Memorandum 4258: 106-108, 1990.
17) Fermin, CD; Martin, D Diaz, E; Maldonado, A, Hruska Z. and Rapid processing of black and white film in the
EM lab. J Elect. Microsc. Techn 16:85-86,1990.
18) Fermin, CD: Tritiated Thymidine in the Chick Embryo Inner Ear. 47th Annual Proceedings of the Electron
Microscopy Society of America, pp. 846-847, 1989.
19) Fermin, CD Influences of synaptic genesis on the architecture of vestibular epithelia. I NASA Techn. Memo
4160: 108-110, 1989.
20) Fermin, CD, Zenner, H-P: Hair Cell Changes After Cationic Stimulation of Corti's Organ. 47th Annual
Proceedings of the Electron Microscopy Society of America, pp. 798-799, 1989.
21) Fermin, CD. Otoconia Calcification Process: A Chick Embryo Model (III). NASA Technical Memorandum
4079:113-116, 1988.
22) Fermin, CD. Otoconia Calcification Process: A Chick Embryo Model (II). NASA Technical Memorandum
89951:124-127, 1987.
23) Fermin, CD. Otoconia Calcification Process: A Chick Embryo Model (I). NASA Technical Memorandum
89809:103-106, 1986.
24) Fermin, CD, Igarashi M: The vestibular nerve and ganglia of the squirrel monkey after labyrinthectomy. 40th
Ann Proc El Micr Soc Am, 1982, p196-197.
25) Fermin, CD, Igarashi M: Otoconia formation in the chick embryo. 41st Ann Proc El Micr Soc Am, 1983, p
572-573.
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26) Fermin, CD, Igarashi M: Morphological characterization of the vestibular nerve. 43rd Ann Proc El Micr Soc
Am, 1985, p 590-591.
27) Fermin, CD, Igarashi M: Morphogenesis and calcification of the statoconia in the chick (Gallus domesticus)
embryo: Implications for future studies. The Physiologist 28 (2): S87-S88, 1985.
28) Fermin, CD, Igarashi M: Deafferentated vestibular nerve. 41st Ann Proc El Micr Soc Am, 1983, p 652-653.
29) Fermin, CD, Igarashi M, Thompson G: The stapedius muscle of the squirrel monkey. 41st Ann Proc Soc Am,
1983, p 528-529.
30) Fermin, CD, Cohen GM: The chicken's intraaural muscle. 37th Ann Proc El Micro Soc Am, 1979, p 210-211.
31) Cohen, GM, Siegel AJ, Fermin CD: Procedure for contrasting glycogen in the embryonic chick's inner ear.
35th Ann Proc El Mic Soc Am, 1977, p 546-547.
Published Abstracts
32) A. Nelson, T. Mendoza, G.W. Hoyle, A.R. Brody, C. Fermin, and G.F. Morris. Enhancement of fibrogenesis
by the P53 tumor supressor protein in asbestos-exposed rodents. Thomas L. Petty Aspen Lung Conference,
43rd Annual Meeting, Aspen, CO, 2000.
33) Hara, H, Plymale, DR, Shepard, DL, Hara, J, Yoshihara, RF, Garry, RF and Fermin, CD. A new in vitro model
of inner ear dark cells analysis. 11th Annual Tulane Health Research Day. Page 31. April 28-29, 1999. New
Orleans La. USA.
34) Fermin, CD Hara, H & Jones T. The avian model of inner ear reserach for space. ASGSB:12(1)A52,1998.
Annual meeting of the American Society for Gravitational and Space Biology. Houston, Tx Oct. 1998.
35) Hara, H, Jones T, R Kerschmann & Fermin, CD. Hypergravity and microgravity effect to avian inner ear
structures. ASGSB:12(1)A32,1998. Annual meeting of the American Society for Gravitational and Space
Biology. Houston, Tx Oct. 1998.
36) Fermin, CD., S.F. Davis, H. Hara, RF Garry, S Tenenbaum and DS Martin. Asymmetric expression of HSP
and FOS after unilateral deafferentation. FASEB: 11(3)A552, 1997. American Society for Experimental
Biology Meeting. New Orleans, La April 1997.
37) Davis, SF, H. Hara, CD Fermin and G. Hoyle. Substance P immunoreactive afferent inner ear terminals in
knockout mice for p75 NGF is decreased. . FASEB: 11(3)A553, 1997. American Society for Experimental
Biology Meeting. New Orleans, La April 1997.
38) Hara, H., Shepard, D.L., Plymale, D.R., Garry, R.F., Martin, D.S., Hara, J. and Fermin, CD Histochemical &
fluorescent analysis of dark cell viability. Society for Neurosciences 23(1):A647, 1997. 27th meeting New
Orleans, La October 1997
39) Hara, H. RF Garry, DS Martin and CD Fermin. Sensory deprivation by deafferentation induces asymmetric
expression of S100ß. FASEB: 11(3)A107, 1997. American Society for Experimental Biology Meeting. New
Orleans, La April 1997.
40) Davis, SF.JF Hartsfield, H Hara, CD Fermin. Morphometric analysis of the statoacoustic and vestibular ganglia
of the chick Gallus dometicus. 17th Midwinter Meet. of the Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol. 21:42,1997.
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41) Hara, H, SF Davis, DS Martin, CD Fermin. Neurofilament expression in normal and gentamicin treated
chicks’ inner ears. 17th Midwinter Meet. of the Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol. 21:212,1997
42) Davis, SF, H Hara, G. Hoyle, CD Fermin. Diminished expression of substance P immuno-reactive nerve
terminals in knockout mice for p75 nerve growth factor. 17th Midwinter Meet. of the Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol.
21:216,1997
43) Radhakrishnamurthy, R. Tracy, RE Fermin, CD Dalferes, ER, Jr. and Bereson, GS. Immunohistochemical
localization of proteoglycans in arteriosclerotic lesions. ASBMB/ASIP/AAIjoint metting. New Orleans, 1996.
44) Sander, DM, SS Soble, WR Gallaher, CD Fermin, JB Jaspan, Y Cao, PF Kohler, H Luo and RF Garry. Human
intracisternal A-Type retroviral particles: Serological, structural and molecular studies. Am Soc Virology
Unov. Tx Austin, July 8-12, 1995.
45) Sander, DM, SS Soble, B Choi, WR Gallaher, CD Fermin, JB Jaspan, Y Cao, PF Kohler, H Lou and RF Garry.
HIAP-I: molecular and structural characterization of the human intracisternal retroviral particles. Am Soc
Microbiol Nov 10-11, 1995.
46) Sander, DM, JB Jaspan, WR Gallaher, CD Fermin and RF Garry. Evidence for retroviral involvement in
autoimmune disease: Detection of A-type retroviral antigens in Grave’s disease and amplification of DNA
sequence using retroviral primers from a cell culture system producing the human intracisternal A-type
retroviral particle type-I (HIAP-I). 96th meeing of the Amer Soc Microbiol May 19-23, 1996.
47) Sander, DM, WR Gallaher, CD Fermin and RF Garry. Evidence for involvmene the human intracysternal Atype retroviral particle type -I (HIAP-I) in autoimmune disease: detection of A-type retroviral antigens in SLE
patients and retroviral sequences from HIAP-I infected cell culture. Molecular and Cellular Biology Annual
Meeting. Tulane Medical School, 1995.
48) Voss, Thomas, CD Fermin, and R.F. Garry. Expression of the Na+/K+/2Cl- cotransporter and the Na+/K+
ATPase is altered by HIV. Abstracts of the Second National Conference on AIDS.
49) Sanders, D.M., Jaspan, J.B., Gallaher, W.R., Fermin, C.D., and Garry, R.F. PCR amplification of DNA
sequences from cells producing the human intracisternal retroviral particle type-I, but not from uninfected cells,
using retroviral primers. Joint Meeting American Society for Microbiology South Central Branch and
Midsouth Biochemists. 1994.
50) Makatonina, A, Voss, T.G., Fermin, C.D., Norris, C.H., and Garry, R.F. HIV-1 increases intracellular pH
(pHi). Joint Meeting American Society for Microbiology South Central Branch and Midsouth Biochemists.
1994.
51) Soble, S.S., Fermin, C.D., and Garry, R.F. Ultrastructral studies of a human intracisternal A-type retrovirus
associated with autoimmune diseases. Joint Meeting American Society for Microbiology South Central Branch
and Midsouth Biochemists. 1994.
52) Harkin, JC, Aydin, F and Fermin, CD. Abanormal collagen and other fibers in meningiomas; Ultrastructural
and morphometric studies. XII Int. Congress of Neuropathology. Toronto, 1994.
53) Fermin, CD Sensory Integration and Equilibrium. Gordon Conference on Gravitational effects on living
systems. July 18-22, 1994, New London, NH.
54) Fermin, CD Color thresholding and video imaging in anatomy. Quantitative Morphology Symposium of XIV
federative international congress of anatomy. July 24-30. Lisbon, Portugal, Page 13, 1994.
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55) G. Voss, CD Fermin, and R.F. Garry. Alterations of ion transport by HIV. Abstracts of the IX International
Conference on AIDS. A14-0272. 1993.
56) Garry, CD Fermin, F.S. Boches, D.J. Hart, H. Luo-Zhang, D. S. Martin. Serum antibodies to a human
intracisternal A-type retrovirus (HIAP) in patients with systemic autoimmune diseases. Abstracts of the IX
International Conference on AIDS. A25-3. 1993.
57) Plymale, D. R., Fermin, C.D., Lewis, D.E., and Garry, R.F. Quantitation of HIV-induced apoptosis in CD4+
lymphocyte and monocyte-derived cell lines. Abstracts of the Joint Meeting American Society for Microbiology
South Central Branch and Midsouth Biochemists. p 8. 1993.
58) G. Voss, CD Fermin, Forbush B. III, and R.F. Garry. HIV-induced effects on membrane-associated
monovalent cation transport systems. Abstracts of the Joint Meeting American Society for Microbiology South
Central Branch and Midsouth Biochemists. p. 25. 1993.
lymphocyte and monocyte-derived cell lines. Abstracts of the Paris Conference on Apoptosis in AIDS and
Cancer. p. 145. 1993.
lymphocyte and monocyte-derived cell lines. Abstracts of the First National Conference on AIDS. p. 112. 1993.
61) Fermin, CD. Color thresholding in electronic light microscopy. Winter meeting of the Anatomical Society of
Great Britain and Ireland. Sheffield England. 1993
62) Voss, TG., Fermin, CD , B. Forbush III and R.F. Garry. Modulation of membrane-Associated monovalent ion
transport systems in HIV-infrected cells. 1st Nat. Conf. Human Retroviruses and related infections. 1993.
63) Tennbaum, SA, DS Martin, R.F. Garry, T. Jones, and CD Fermin. Peripheral vestibular injury induces heat
shock & c-fos protein production in brain stem tissues. 15th Midwinter Meet. of the Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol.
16:112, 1993.
64) Guth, Ps., CD Fermin, M. Pantoja, R. Edwards, and C.H. Norris. Three different hair cells shapes and their
distribution along the crista ampullaris of the frog. 16th Midwinter Meet. of the Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol.
16:112, 1993.
65) Fermin, CD and Martin, DS. MAP5 & NF200 in developing cranial nerve VIIIth. FASEB 4:A624.
Experimental Biology Meeting1993, New Orleans, LA 70112.
66) Lee, DH. DS Martin and CD Fermin. Post-embedding EM signal to noise ration of S-100ß. Amer. Soc. Grav.
Space Biol 1992 annual Meeting.
67) Yantsos, V., D. S. Martin and CD Fermin. Expression of S100ß in the vestibule of chick embryos. Amer. Soc.
Grav. Space Biol 1992 Annual Meeting.
68) Tenenbaum, S.A. , DS Martin, R.F. Garry and CD Fermin. Heat shock protein during vestibular injury. Amer.
Soc. Grav. Space Biol 1992 Annual Meeting.
69) Fermin, CD and DS Martin. Neurofilament (NF200) and microtubule associated protein (MAP5) in the chick
(Gallus domesticus) embryo inner ear. The molecular Biology of hearing and deafness. Univ. Cal. S.D., May 14, 1992.
70) Fermin, CD Gerber, MA and Torre-Bueno JR. Quantifying immunohistochemistry objectively. The
Molecular Biology of Hearing and Deafness. Univ. Cal. S.D., May 1-4, 1992.
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71) Yantsos, V, Lee, D, Martin, DS and Fermin, CD. S-100ß protein in the chick (Gallus domesticus) embryo
inner ear. The Molecular Biology of Hearing and Deafness. Univ. Cal. S.D., May 1-4, 1992.
72) Fermin, CD, Martin, DS, Villanger, J, Dueser, M, Jones, T, Hollinger, R and Hester, P. Morphometric inner
ear findings in shuttle sts-29 space flown chicks. 15th Midwinter Meeting Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol. 16:85,
1992.
73) Fermin, CD and DS Martin. Expression of neurofilament, microtubule associated & S-100 proteins in the
chick (Gallus domesticus) embryo inner ear. A.S.G.S.B. 5:68, 1991.
74) Fermin, CD and Martin, DS Vestibular otoconial matrix of young chicks (Gallus domesticus) . Soc. Neurosci.
Abst. 17:633, 1991.
75) Martin, DS and Fermin, CD. Immunoreactivity of neurofilament, microtubule associated protein, and S100
protein in the chick (Gallus domesticus) embryo inner ear. Third IBRO World Congress of Neuroscience. Page
43, 1991.
76) Fermin, CD, Gerber, MA, and Torre-Bueno, J.R. True color, color thresholding, and objective quantification
in bioimaging. Third IBRO World Congress of Neuroscience. Page 55, 1991.
77) Fermin, CD Guth, P., Norris, C., Martin, DS and Dang, A-T. Afferent sysnaptic body of frog (Rana pipiens)
vestibular crista. Third IBRO world Congress of Neuroscience. Page 271, 1991.
78) Fermin, CD and Martin, DS Vestibular otoconial matrix of young chicks (Gallus domesticus). Third IBRO
world Congress of Neuroscience. Page 416, 1991.
79) Fermin, CD and Martin, DS Morphometric analysis of changing neuronal size in the vestibular nerve of chicks.
ASGSB Bulletin, 4: 83, 1990.
80) Talal, N; Hart, DJ; Fermin, CD; Alexander, SS; Dauphinee, MJ; Luo-Zhang, H; Dang, H; Garry, RF.
Sjörgren’s Syndrome: Detection of antibodies to retroviral proteins in patient sera and isolation of an A-type
retrovirus following exposure of lymphoblastoid cells to patient biopsy material. ASBMB/AAI, June, 1990.
81) Fermin, CD and Garry, RF. Membrane modifications associated with attachment and penetration of HIV.
ASBMB/AAI, June, 1990.
82) Fermin, CD and Garry, RF. Cytopathic effects linked to early interactions of HIV with the cell surface. Sixth
International Conference on AIDS, San Francisco, CA, June, 1990.
83) Garry, RF; Talal, N; Hart, DJ; Fermin, CD; Alexander, SS; Dang, H. RH9 cells exposed to salivary gland
extracts from patients with Sjörgren’s syndrome produce an A-type particle antigenically-related to HIV. Sixth
International Conference on AIDS, San Francisco, CA, June, 1990.
84) Garry, RF; Talal, N; Hart, DJ; Fermin, CD; Alexander, SS; Donehower, LA; Dauphinee, MJ; Luo-Zhang, H;
Dang, H. Sjögren’s Syndrome: Characterization of an intracisternal A-type particle present in lymphoblastoid
cells exposed to salivary gland homogenates. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories, May, 1990.
85) Lampertico, P, Petrovic, LM, Malter, JS, Fermin, CD; Banerjee, R, Price, PM and Gerber, MA. Effect of
cyclic 2’-deoxyguanosine on the production of hepatitis B virus in vitro. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratories,
1989.
86) Fermin, CD and Gerber, MA. Morphometric and densitometric analysis with true color/real time video
processing. American Society of Gravational Space Biology. ASGSB Bulletin, 3(1):107, 1989.
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87) Norris, CH, Pantaja, M, Ricci, A, Fermin, CD and Guth, P. The influence of transmitter depleting organ on
morphology and neurophysiology of the semicircular canal of the frog. 26th Workshop on Inner Ear Biology.
Paris, France, 1989.
88) Fermin, CD, Henderson, L and Gerber, MA. True color/real time video analysis of keratan sulfate
immunoreaction. American Society of Cell Biology. Houston, TX 1989.
89) Fermin, CD and Lovett, AE. The Sensory Epithelia and Gelatinous Membranes of the Chick Inner Ear.
Midwinter Meeting of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology. 13:324, 1989.
90) Fermin CD Lovett, AE, Igarashi, M. and Dunner K. Immunocytochemical and biochemical properties of the
otolithic membrane ASGSB Bulletin, 1:15, 1988
91) Fermin, CD, Lovett, AE, Igarashi, M, Dunner, K. Jr. Glycoproteins and Glycosaminoglycans of the Otoliths:
Antibodies Histochemistry and Biochemistry. Midwinter Meeting of the Association for Research in
Otolaryngology. 12:159, 1988.
92) Fermin CD, Enge A, Igarashi M, Crawford JA. Terminal mitosis in the sensory epithelia of the chick inner ear.
Texas Soc. Elect. Micr. Journ. 18:27, 1987.
93) Fermin CD, Dunner K, Igarashi M, Lovett AE. Cytodifferentiation of the otolithic membrane. Texas Soc.
Elect. Micr. Journ. 18:28, 1987.
94) Fermin CD, Lovett AE, Igarashi M, Dunner K. Monoclonal antibodies and the otolithic membrane of the chick
embryo. Texas Soc. Elect. Micr. Journ. 18:27, 1987.
95) Fermin CD, Crawford JA, Igarashi M. 3H-Thymidine study of the chick embryo inner ear. Midwinter
Meeting Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol. 11:123, 1987.
96) Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Development of the chick's maculae and calcification of the statoconia. Midwinter
Meeting Assoc. Res. Otolaryngol. 10:189, 1986.
97) Yoshihara T, Fermin CD, Igarashi M. Cytochemical localization of Na-K-ATPase in the inner ear. Texas Soc
El Micr 17:45, 1986.
98) Fermin CD, Igarashi M, Yoshihara T: Some properties of the embryonic statoconia membrane. Texas Soc El
Micr. 17:43, 1986.
99) Fermin CD, Igarashi M: Morphometric and ultrastructural study of the squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus)
vestibular nerve. Texas Soc El Micr15:42, 1986.
100) Fermin CD, Igarashi M: An embryo chick model in inner ear development. Texas Soc El Micr 17:42,
1986.
101) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Ultrastructural reconstruction of events related to the developmental gradients of
the cochlea. Soc Neurosci Abstr, 1985.
102) Fermin CD, Jenkins HA: Cytopathology of human vestibular nerves. Am Acad Otolaryngol Head Neck
Surg Res Forum, p. 7, 1984.
103) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Development of the embryonic chick's tectorial membrane. Midwinter Meeting
Assoc Res Otolaryngol 8:60, 1984.
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104) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Is the refinement of embryonic cochlear structures related to the acquisition of
auditory function? Midwinter Meeting Assoc Res Otolaryngol 8:17, 1984.
105) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Developmental gradients in the chick embryonic basilar papilla. Midwinter
Meeting Assoc Res Otolaryngol, 7:29, 1983.
106) Cohen GM, Dadkhah S, Fermin CD: Changing glycogen levels in the auditory lagena of the embryonic
and adult chicken. Midwinter Meeting Assoc Res Otolaryngol 5:48, 1981.
107) Fermin CD, Parks JC, Cohen GM: Pre and postnatal ototoxicity of kanamycin and streptomycin in the
chick. Midwinter Meeting Assoc Res Otolaryngol, 4:59, 1980.
108) Fermin CD, Igarashi M: The vestibular ganglia of the squirrel monkey (Saimiri sciureus). Midwinter
Meeting Assoc Res Otolaryngol, 4:18, 1980.
109) Cohen GM, Fermin CD: The tensor tympani: the chicken's intraaural muscle. Southeast El Micr Soc
2:27, 1979.
110) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Differentiation of hair cells and their synaptic contacts in the embryonic chick's
basilar papilla. Midwinter Meeting Assoc Res Otolaryngol, 3:22, 1979.
111) Fermin CD: Differentiation and myelination of the embryonic chick's statoacoustic ganglion. Midwinter
Meeting Assoc Res Otolaryngol 3:25, 1979.
112)
Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Prenatal ototoxicity of kanamycin in the chick. Soc Neurosci Abstr 5:19, 1979.
113) Cohen GM, Fermin CD: Ototoxicity of streptomycin and kanamycin in the embryonic chick. Am Soc
Mirobiol Proceed, 1978.
114) Krout HL, Fermin CD, Cohen GM: The visualization of nerve fibers in the chick's basilar papilla by using
low viscosity epoxy, Florida Acad Sci 42:20, 1978.
115) Cohen GM, Fermin CD: Development of the embryonic chick's statoacoustic ganglion, Soc Neurosci
Abstr 4:5, 1978.
116) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Development of the embryonic chick's statoacoustic ganglion. Southeast Elec
Micr Soc 1:32, 1978.
117) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Histological observations on the VIIIth nerve in the embryonic chick's inner ear.
Florida Acad Sci 42:20, 1978.
118) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: Loose and compact myelin formation around axons that innervate lagenar hair
cells. Texas Soc El Micr., 8:29, 1977.
119) Siegel AJ, Fermin CD, Cohen GM: The development of supporting cells and their secretory role in the
formation of the tectorial membrane. Texas Soc El Micr, 8:28, 1977.
120) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: The development of hair cells in embryonic chick lagena. Texas Soc El Micr,
8:29, 1977.
121) Fermin CD, Cohen GM: The structure of hair cells in the lagena of newly hatched chick. Southeast El
Micr Soc, p. 19, 1976.
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NOTE ON SUPPORT: Just before Katrina in 2005, a Center Grant was funded to Dr. Prokop at the
Tulane Health Sciences Center for Gene Therapy in which Dr. Fermin had support for an imaging core.
Funding remained with Gene Therapy Center when Dr. Fermin moved to Tuskegee. In addition during the
same time, NIH R01-DC006443-01 by S. Jones was funded and Dr. Fermin role had to be changed from
Co-Pi to Consultant due to his move to Tuskegee.
Grant Support
ACTIVIE: Fermin, CD (PI)
2010-02263
Approved/Proposed Project
(Cal/Acad/Sum
09/01/10-08/31/13
mer) 1.2
USDA/NIFA
Title of Project (“Portable Distance Leaning Utility
Annual Direct Costs
and International Veterinary Outreach)
$140,827
The major goal of this project is to demonstrate feasibility of a portable collaborative utility for improving
teaching of veterinarian domestically and abroad
OVERLAP (There is no overlap between this and other applications)
ACTIVE: Fermin, CD (Co-PI)
2010-02459 PI- K. Srivastava
Approved/Proposed Project (Cal/Acad/Sum
USDA/NIFA
11/01/10-10/31/13
mer) r) 1.2
Title of Project (“Establishing an Integrated Program
Annual Direct Costs
in Aquatic Animal Health at Tuskegee University”)
$547, 000
The major goal of this project is to establish a Research, Teaching, Service for Aquatic animal health at
Tuskegee University
OVERLAP (There is minor overlap between the teaching component of this grant and grant 201002263)
ACTIVE: Fermin, CD (C-Pi)
1 R15 ES020066-01 (PI: JC Heath),
NIH/NIGMS
05/01/11-04/30/14
(Cal/Acad/
Summer)
0.0
Title of Project (The reproductive and cognitive
Annual Direct Costs
effects of in-utero mercuric chloride exposure)
$147,366
The major goals of this project are to establish the effects of a high selenium diet as an ameliorating
variable in reducing the adverse effects of maternal mercury ingestion on reproduction and offspring
cognitive and motor health. Train undergraduate psychology and biology students through
interdisciplinary training that allows them to look at the effects of an environmental pollutant on the
whole organism as well as at the cellular level.
OVERLAP (There is no overlap between this and other support)
ACTIVE: Fermin, CD
ARO
(DoD)
3/1214 - 02/30/15
Title of Project: Utilizaing CytoViva Nano-scale hyperstral
microscope system for real-time localization of biomakers
Annual Direct Costs
$215.356
(Cal/Acad/
Summer)
0.0
The goal of this project is demonstrate the capability of a hyperspectral microscope to map traffic and
distribution of nanoparticles in living neurons
OVERLAP (This project is complementary to “Role of the S100B biomarker in activity-induced
neuronal remodeling”)
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APPROVED: Gerald Griffin
AFOSR (Co-Pi)
DoD
Title of Project: Role of the S100B biomarker in
activity-induced neuronal remodeling
06/01/15 - 05/31/20
Annual Direct Costs
$192,304
(Cal/Acad/Summ
er) 0.5
The goal of this project is map traffic and distribution of nanoparticles in living neurons before, during
and after activation.
OVERLAP (This project is complementary to “Utilizaing CytoViva Nano-scale hyperstral microscope
system for real-time localization of biomakers”)
PENDING: Fermin, CD (PI)
1 R25 GM105532-01A1
(Cal/Acad/Sum
NIH/NIGMS
05/01/11-04/30/14
mer) 3.6
Title of Project (Tuskegee University Research
Annual Direct Costs
Initiative for Scientific Enhancement)
$190,313
The objective of this proposal is to enhance the diversity of the nation’s biomedical and behavioral sciences (BBS)
workforce by increasing the number of underrepresented minorities (URM) who obtain graduate degrees and persist
in BBS.
COMPLETED: Co-Pi
3 G12 RR003059-20S2 (PI: T. Habtemariam),
(Cal/Acad/Summ
NIH/NCRR
6/01/10-05/31/11
er) 3.0
Title of Project (Tuskegee University Center for
Annual Direct Costs
Biomedical Research)
$424,357
The major goals of this project are to support institutional biomedical research, to mentor junior faculty
into independent research careers
The following information must be provided for each investigator and other senior personnel. Failure to provide this information
may delay consideration of this proposal.
Investigator: Cesar D. Fermin, PhD
Support:
Current
Other agencies to which this proposal has been/will be
None
submitted:
Pending
Submission Planned in Near
*Transfer of
Future
Support
Project/Proposal Title: Portable Distance Leaning Utility and International Veterinary OutreachNo other
projects at this time in 2014.
Source of Support: 2010-02263 USDA/NIFA
Total Award Amount: $140,827
Total Award Period Covered: 09/01/11-08/31/14
Location of Project: Tuskegee University Graduate Studies and Research
Months of Your Time Committed to the
1.2 FY12
FY
FY
Sum:
Project:
13 Planned in14Near
Support:
Current
Pending
Submission
*Transfer of
Future
Support
Project/Proposal Title: Establishing an Integrated Program in Aquatic Animal Health at Tuskegee
University
Source of Support: 2010-02459 USDA/NIFA
Total Award Period Covered: 11/01/11 – 10/31/14
Location of Project: Tuskegee University
1.2 FY
FY
FY
Sum:
Project:
12
13
14
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Support:
Current
Pending
*Transfer of
Future
Support
Project/Proposal Title: Utilizaing CytoViva Nano-scale hyperstral microscope system for real-time
localization of biomakers
Source of Support: DoD ARO 64707-LS-REP
Total Award Period Covered: 01/01/14 -02/30/15
1.2 FY14
FY 15
FY Sum:
Project:
Support:
Current
Pending
*Transfer of
Future
Support
Project/Proposal Title: Role of the S100B biomarker in activity-induced neuronal remodeling
Source of Support: DoD AFOSR 14RT0518
Total Award Period Covered: 01/06/14 -12/31/16
1.2 FY 14
FY
FY 16 Sumr:
Project:
15 please list and furnish information for
*If
this project has previously been funded by another entity,
immediately preceding funding period.
Su
Current
Pending
*Transfer of Support
pp
Future
ort
:
Project/Proposal Title: Tuskegee University RISE proposal for graduate research students
Source of Support: 1 R25GM105532-01
Total Award Amount:
Total Award Period Covered: 06/01/15 – 05/30/20
$3,238,499.26
Location
of Project: Tuskegee University
Months of Your Time Committed
3.0 FY
2015 FY
2016 FY 1 Sumr:
to the
*If
thisProject:
project has previously been funded
202015by another
1607 entity, please list and furnish information for
immediately preceding funding period.
Completed Research Support:
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NIH/NINDS
Differentiation and calcification of chick otolith
Cesar D. Fermin, PhD (50% effort)
$188,000 (9-1-85 to 8-31-89)
This project studied mechanisms of otoconia growth and mineralization in the chick
embryo.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NASA
Otoconia calcification Process
$68,000 (9-1-85 to 8-31-88)
This project established the validity of chick embryo embryos as model to study gravity
receptors in future space flights.
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SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NASA
Influences of synaptogenesis on the architecture of the vestibular
epithelia
$96,000 (9-1-88 to 8-31-91)
This project studied morphological transformation of afferent connectionsto vestibular
receptors during development.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
DRF
Tritiated thymidine study of the chick (Gallus domesticus) inner ear
$34,000 (9-1-85 to 8-31-88)
This project studied terminal mitosis of cells during development
of the inner ear.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
KFC
Chix in Space
$5,000 (9-1-88 to 8-31-91)
This project studied the temporal bones of chick embryos flowin in the space shuttle STS29.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
NIH/NINCD
Vestibular compensation: Ultrastructure of Peripheral and Central
vestibular systems.
B. Alford, MD, Cesar D. Fermin, PhD Co-PI. (50% effort)
$190,000 (9-1-81 to 8-31-88)
This was part of project grant to study Wallerian degeneration of
the vestibular nerve and central nuclei with light and electron microscopy.
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NIH
Comparative study between the development of the utricular and lagenar maculae
$6,811 (9-1-84 to 8-31-86)
This project studied mechanisms of otoconia growth and mineralization in the chick
embryo.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NASA (Ames) NAGW-1516
Influences of synaptogenesis on the architecture of vestibular epithelia
$32,000 (4-1-91 to 3-31-92)
This study intends to analyze if synaptogenesis of afferents onto
hair cells of gravity receptors.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NIH/NIDCD DC-00712-01
Histamine storage and release: Role of synaptic body
Paul Guth; Cesar D. Fermin, Co-PI (15% effort)
$117,277 (3/1/91 - 2/28/92)
Pharmacological and anatomical correlates of synaptic
Structures involved in neurotransmission in the inner ear of the frog.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
NASA
Neuronal proteins before, during and after vestibular
synaptogenesis
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PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
C. Fermin (10%)
$43,532; $40,823; $43,315 (1/1/93 - 04/31/95
The goal of this work is to study MAP5, NF200 and S-100 proteins in developing chick
inner ear nerve and structures and to determine their influence in the process of afferent
synapse formation.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NIAID
Involvement of a retrovirus in the cause of SLE (Subcontract)
Gallaher (LSU) ; CD Fermin (10%), Co-PI
$208,980 (9/30/93-9/29/94).
To sequence retrovirus nuclei acids in SLE patient material and in cells co-cultured with
patient biopsy material by PCR techniques, etc.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
LBoR
Centralized Imaging facility at Tulane
C. Fermin (10%)
$75,000. - 06/31/98
This a one year instrument grant to centralize imaging facility previously used primarily by
Dr. Fermin Laboratory personnel and now being made available to other faculty in the
medical school
SOURCE:
TITLE:
NIAID
Alterations of transport systems in HIV infected
cells (competitive Renew).
Robert Garry, PhD
CD Fermin (20%),
$130,925 (4/1/92-3/31/93).
The goal of this project is to identify and characterize the proteins mediating HIV
membrane attachment and cell killing including apoptosis.
PI:
Co-PI
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
LBoR
Upgrading the Centralized Imaging facility at Tulane
Fermin (10%),
$37,500 06/1/2000 - 06/31/2001.
This is a one-year grant to upgrade the Centralized Tulane Imaging Center core created
with a previous LBoR grant.
SOURCE:
TITLE:
PI:
CO-PI:
DIRECT COST:
EXPLANATION:
NIH
Rapid screen for Ebola virus membrane interactions/drugs
Robert Garry, PhD
Fermin (5%),
$525,000 4/1/03 - 3/31/06.
The major goal is to define membrane disruptive regions of Ebola virus glycoproteins.
References: Available upon request
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