Charles Hensley

Dr. Charles Benjamin Hensley – Biography

Dr. Charles Benjamin Hensley was born on October 12, 1953, in McAlester, Oklahoma. His early childhood was marked by mobility across several states, beginning in Oklahoma and later relocating to Newport News, Virginia, where he lived from 1960 to 1975. Returning to Oklahoma, he attended Southeastern Oklahoma State University for a year before moving to Norman to study at the University of Oklahoma, where he also played college football and earned his degree.

In 1981, Dr. Hensley furthered his academic pursuits at Long Beach State University in California, immersing himself in marine biology research. It was during this period that he stepped into a world of wonder—working alongside renowned shark biologist Don Nelson at California State University, Long Beach. His fascination with ocean predators deepened as he sought to unravel the mysteries of shark behavior, a passion that would shape his scientific career.

Dr. Hensley pursued advanced studies, including pre-doctoral work at USC from 1984 to 1988 and postdoctoral research from 1988 to 1993. His academic journey transitioned into a broader scientific and entrepreneurial career, leading him into the fields of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, ...

Dr Hensley graduated from the university of Oklahoma and received his doctorate degree from the university of Southern California in Physiology and Biophysics. He completed his post-doctorate fellowship at the university of Southern California of Medicine where he specializes in the regulation of gene expression, molecular cardiology, and drug development.