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• Chromosome biology
• Cytogenetics
• Plant genetics
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Dr. Veit Schubert is a Senior Scientist at the Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK) in Gatersleben, Germany, with continuous employment since March 2002. Holding the academic qualification PD Dr. habil., he operates as a research-focused academic within Germany's premier plant genomics institute. His research spans chromosome biology , centromere dynamics , holocentric systems , and duckweed genomics , utilizing advanced cytogenetic techniques to study chromosome segregation, heterochromatin organization, and meiotic mechanisms. Recent work reveals evolutionary transitions between mono- and holocentric chromosomes through satellite DNA analysis. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) shows dominant focus on centromere evolution (6 articles), duckweed genomics (5 articles), and meiotic mechanisms (4 articles), with methodologies emphasizing super-resolution microscopy, genome assembly, and epigenetic profiling. Scientific contributions include: Discovery of repeat-based holocentromeres in woodrush ( Luzula sylvatica ) Mechanistic insights into KNL2 regulation in centromere integrity Characterization of triploid hybridization in duckweed complexes Evolutionary models for holocentric chromosome emergence Dr. Schubert maintains active international collaborations across Europe and North America, with frequent co-authorships indicating strong grant support. His work bridges fundamental chromosome biology with practical applications in plant genome evolution and stability.

Joshua D. VossView profile

Research Professor

• Coral Reef Ecology
• Coral Health
• Coral Disease
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Dr. Joshua D. Voss is an Associate Research Professor at Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, where he leads the Robertson Coral Reef Program dedicated to discovering, characterizing, and protecting coral reef ecosystems. His research spans shallow and mesophotic reefs across the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, with emphasis on conservation-driven science. Dr. Voss's primary research investigates: Coral reef ecology across depth gradients (shallow to mesophotic zones) Disease dynamics, particularly stony coral tissue loss disease (SCTLD) interventions and impacts Genetic connectivity and population structure of reef-building corals Molecular ecology of coral-algal symbioses and stress responses Marine conservation strategies for degraded reef systems His recent publications (76 total) demonstrate a strong focus on: SCTLD pathology, treatment efficacy, and susceptibility factors Genetic adaptations of corals across depth and environmental gradients Mesophotic reef ecosystems as potential refugia Restoration science for Caribbean coral species This work integrates molecular, ecological, and conservation approaches to address reef resilience. Dr. Voss directs the Robertson Coral Reef Program, which conducts field operations across the Greater Caribbean using advanced technologies like ROVs and 3D photogrammetry. The program emphasizes international collaborations, including landmark surveys of Cuba's mesophotic reefs.

• Telomere Biology
• Chromosome Dynamics
• Telomerase Regulation
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Peter Baumann is Professor of Molecular Biology at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, where he serves as Director of the Centre for Healthy Ageing and Adjunct Director of the Institute of Molecular Biology. His current affiliations include leadership roles at these institutes, along with previous positions at the University of Kansas Medical Center and Howard Hughes Medical Institute. Research in the Baumann Lab spans telomere biology, chromosome dynamics, and evolutionary genetics. Key interests include: Telomerase assembly and regulation in yeast/humans Chromosome end-protection mechanisms Molecular basis of parthenogenesis in reptiles Evolutionary consequences of hybridization and polyploidy This work bridges fundamental mechanisms of genome stability with implications for cancer and regenerative medicine. Significant scientific honors include: EMBO Membership (2019) HHMI Investigator (2013-2018) Alexander von Humboldt Professorship HHMI Early Career Scientist (2009-2013) The lab maintains active collaborations internationally and utilizes diverse model systems from fission yeast to reptiles. Current work focuses on identifying compounds to modulate telomerase activity for therapeutic applications.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Disease Ecology
• Social Evolution
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Michael Hochberg is a Research Director at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and External Professor at the Santa Fe Institute. He is affiliated with the Institute of Evolutionary Sciences of Montpellier (ISEM) at the University of Montpellier, where he leads the Experimental Community Evolution Team. His research bridges evolutionary biology, disease ecology, and applied therapeutics. Hochberg's work explores how environmental and spatial dynamics mediate ecological and evolutionary processes, with emphasis on: Phage-bacteria coevolution and antibiotic resistance management Cancer evolution, intratumor heterogeneity, and adaptive therapies Social evolution in pathogens and transitions from parasitism to mutualism Ecosystem-level approaches to disease treatment His recent publications (2017–2021) demonstrate strong foci on evolutionary medicine, including phage steering to combat antibiotic resistance, COVID-19 mitigation modeling, tumor clonal dynamics, and ecological frameworks for disease management. These works integrate experimental data with computational models to predict therapeutic outcomes. Hochberg mentors a robust cohort of students and postdocs, with alumni now in academic roles worldwide. His lab investigates community evolution through microbial systems, cancer cell interactions, and environmental feedback on social behaviors.

Raphaël MercierView profile

Research Professor

• Plant Genetics
• Meiosis
• Meiotic Recombination
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Raphaël Mercier serves as Research Professor and head of the Department of Chromosome Biology at the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research (MPIPZ) in Cologne, Germany. His department investigates fundamental mechanisms of genetic transmission and modification across generations, with primary focus on meiosis and meiotic recombination in plants. His research spans: Molecular control of meiotic crossover formation and interference Synthetic apomixis engineering for clonal seed propagation Conservation of chromosome dynamics from plants to humans Chiasma distribution and heterochiasmy regulation Integration of chromosome biology with agricultural applications Analysis of his 2009-2023 publications reveals consistent innovation in manipulating plant reproductive systems, highlighted by breakthroughs in synthetic apomixis (Nature 2019, Nature Communications 2022) that enable clonal propagation of hybrid crops. His work bridges fundamental chromosome mechanics with practical breeding solutions, predominantly using Arabidopsis and rice models. As department head at MPIPZ, he leverages institute-wide resources including the Plant Metabolism and Metabolomics Facility and Imaging Platform. His publication record in premier journals (Science, Nature, PNAS) demonstrates sustained leadership in plant chromosome biology, though specific awards and grant details are not provided in source materials.

• Evolutionary biology
• Global change biology
• Population genetics
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Allan Strand is a Professor at the Grice Marine Laboratory of the College of Charleston, specializing in evolutionary biology, global change biology, population genetics, and molecular ecology with emphasis on marine systems and invasive species. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. from New Mexico State University M.S. from the University of Georgia B.S. from the University of the South Strand's research examines evolutionary responses to environmental change through genomic approaches, focusing on marine organism population structure, invasion genetics, and host-parasite coevolution. He develops integrative models combining genetic, fossil, and environmental data to reconstruct biogeographic history and predict climate change impacts. Analysis of his recent publications (2020-2025) reveals consistent integration of multi-source data for biogeographic modeling, with strong themes in marine invasion genetics, co-phylogeography, and method development for conservation. His work bridges fundamental evolutionary questions with applied conservation, while his education research emphasizes undergraduate involvement in authentic research experiences. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Strand actively mentors undergraduates through course-based research projects like unPAK (undergraduate phenotyping of Arabidopsis knockouts) and remote research initiatives. His collaborative NSF-funded work includes the 2018 ABI Innovation grant for biogeographic history modeling, demonstrating sustained external research support. Based at the Grice Marine Laboratory (205 Fort Johnson Road, James Island, SC), he teaches botany, plant taxonomy, genetics, biogeography, and biometry while leading genomic research on marine invasions and climate responses.

Shelley TworogerView profile

Professor

• Cancer Epidemiology
• Breast Cancer Etiology
• Ovarian Cancer Prevention
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Dr. Shelley Tworoger is Professor and Head of the Division of Oncological Sciences at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Medicine, and Associate Director of Population Science at OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. Her research employs integrative epidemiologic approaches to elucidate breast and ovarian cancer etiology, with emphasis on risk factors (e.g., psychological distress, lifestyle), tumor microenvironment interactions, survival determinants, and large-scale biorepositories. She leads the ovarian cancer efforts in the Nurses’ Health Studies and co-directs the Ovarian Cancer Cohort Consortium. Education: Earned PhD in Epidemiology from University of Washington; completed postdoctoral training and faculty appointments at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Harvard Medical School. Research Focus: Primary investigations include: (1) Novel risk factor discovery (e.g., psychological distress) and mechanistic pathways in women’s cancers; (2) Host-tumor microenvironment crosstalk; (3) Survival determinants in cancer patients; and (4) Consortial study designs. She maintains strong expertise in biomarker integration for epidemiologic studies. Publication Trends: Her >430 publications (140+ as senior author) predominantly focus on ovarian/breast cancer molecular epidemiology, spanning biomarker validation (e.g., CA125, prolactin), immunotherapy interactions, genetic susceptibility, and psychosocial impacts. Recent work integrates multi-omics, immunogenomics, and electronic health records to decipher risk mechanisms. Mentorship & Leadership: Mentored ~50 trainees and junior faculty, many now in academic roles globally. Actively promotes leadership diversity through tailored mentoring programs and directs population science initiatives at the Knight Cancer Institute. Funding & Infrastructure: Continuously holds NIH R01-level funding since 2006 and oversees major biorepository resources for cohort studies.