Ronald Evans was born on April 17, 1949, in Los Angeles, California, USA. Raised in an American household of Caucasian descent, he demonstrated a strong aptitude for academics from an early age. Particularly excelling in math and science, Evans consistently performed at the top of his classes throughout his schooling.
During his adolescence, Evans developed an interest in sports, especially baseball. Despite his passion for the game, his true strengths lay in academics, particularly in the sciences, and he gradually shifted his focus toward a career in scientific research. He decided to stay close to home for his secondary education and later enrolled at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he pursued his undergraduate studies. Although he had a talent for physics, biology intrigued him more deeply, leading him to concentrate his studies in that field.
In 1970, Evans earned his Bachelor of Science degree in biology from UCLA. Recognized for his potential in the scientific field, he received offers from multiple institutions for graduate studies. However, he chose to remain at UCLA for his graduate work, appreciating the academic environment and proximity to family.
Evans completed his Ph.D. in microbiology and immunology at UCLA in 1974. Motivated to apply his knowledge to real-world medical challenges, he pursued postdoctoral training at The Rockefeller University, where he began researching nuclear hormone receptors—a field that would later define much of his scientific legacy.
Following his postdoctoral studies, Evans joined the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in La Jolla, California. There, he became a professor and initiated groundbreaking research on nuclear receptors, significantly advancing the understanding of gene expression and hormone regulation. By 1985, he had also begun teaching courses in neuroscience, biology, and biomedical sciences at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD).
Over the years, Evans transitioned much of his research focus toward neuroscience, exploring how genetic and molecular mechanisms affect brain function. His work played an instrumental role in identifying mechanisms that regulate metabolism, inflammation, and disease progression.
| Birth Date: | 17 Apr, 1949 |
| Age: | 71 yrs |
| Occupations: | Biologist University teacher |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Los Angeles |
| Education: | University of California, Los Angeles |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American biologist |
