Rowan Saloner, PhD, is a scientist-practitioner and assistant professor at the UCSF Edward and Pearl Fein Memory and Aging Center. He specializes in using advanced molecular screening tools to uncover the biological processes and biomarkers associated with the earliest clinical signs of neurodegenerative diseases.
Dr. Saloner earned his PhD in clinical psychology from the University of California, San Diego/San Diego State University Joint Doctoral Program. He then completed a fellowship in neuropsychology at UCSF, where he refined his expertise in studying the interplay between molecular changes and clinical symptoms in the context of aging and neurodegeneration.
At UCSF, Dr. Saloner’s research focuses on integrating large-scale proteomics platforms and targeted biomarker assays with detailed, longitudinal clinical data. His work aims to identify molecular pathways that underlie neurodegenerative diseases and pinpoint biomarker candidates for earlier and more accurate diagnoses. By combining advanced technologies with robust clinical phenotyping, his research aims to enhance the understanding of disease mechanisms and contribute to the development of targeted interventions that may slow or prevent cognitive decline.
As both a researcher and a clinician, Dr. Saloner strives to provide compassionate, patient-centered care while contributing to new diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.