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• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Crohn's Disease
• Ulcerative Colitis
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Waqqas Afif, MD, M.Sc., FRCPC, is an Investigator at the RI-MUHC (Montreal General Hospital site) within the Infectious Diseases and Immunity in Global Health Program . He holds the position of Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at McGill University , and is affiliated with the Division of Gastroenterology at the MUHC . His research focuses on the safety and efficacy of biologic medications in treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) , with a specific emphasis on Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) to optimize patient outcomes. Key areas include Biologic therapy optimization Endoscopic and histologic remission Drug concentration analysis Mucosal healing Predictive biomarkers Real-world treatment patterns Scientific Contributions : His recent work explores histologic activity in UC relapse proactive TDM strategies ustekinumab dose escalation in Crohn's guselkumab efficacy in UC metabolic comorbidities in IBD personalized infliximab dosing and other topics published in journals like Inflamm Bowel Dis , Gastroenterology , and Am J Gastroenterol . For contact, email waqqas.afif@mcgill.ca .

Andrés J. GarcíaView profile

Professor

• Bioengineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• Biomaterials
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Andrés J. García is the Executive Director of the Parker H. Petit Institute for Bioengineering & Bioscience and a Regents’ Professor in the George Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on engineered biomaterials for regenerative medicine, including tissue repair, inflammation modulation, and cell adhesion mechanisms. He co-founded three startups (CellectCell, CorAmi Therapeutics, iTolerance) and holds multiple patents in biomaterials and drug delivery systems. Education: Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania, 1996 M.S.E., University of Pennsylvania, 1992 B.S., Cornell University, 1991 Research Interests: García’s work integrates engineering, materials science, and cell biology to develop biomaterials that direct cellular responses. Key areas include: Biomaterial platforms for bone repair and vascularization Immunomodulatory hydrogels for islet transplantation Antibacterial hydrogels for implant infection control Organoid generation using synthetic hydrogels Mechanisms of cell adhesion and mechanotransduction Publications: Over 30+ peer-reviewed articles in Nature Communications , Science Advances , Biomaterials , and others, highlighting innovations in hydrogel design, stem cell therapies, and biomaterial-driven tissue repair. Awards: Member of both the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine (2021), Clemson Award for Basic Research (2012), and Fellowships with the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and AAAS. Labs/Teams: Leads the García Laboratory, collaborating across disciplines to translate biomaterials research into clinical applications. Active in startup partnerships and federal grants (e.g., NSF, NIH).

Elemir SimkoView profile

Professor

• Honey bee health
• Agricultural sustainability
• Comparative pathology
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Dr. Elemir Simko is a Professor in the Department of Veterinary Pathology at the University of Saskatchewan, affiliated with Prairie Diagnostic Services. He holds a DVM from the University of Belgrade (Yugoslavia) and a DVSc from the University of Guelph, and is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists. Since 1998, he has coordinated core anatomic pathology courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His research focuses on honey bee health, agricultural sustainability, comparative pathology, and innate immunity. Recent work includes studies on honey bee pathogen dynamics, pesticide impacts, and equine septic arthritis diagnostics using biomarkers. He collaborates extensively with researchers on investigative pathology and contributes to diagnostic services. Education: DVM (University of Belgrade), DVSc (University of Guelph), ACVP Diplomate Key Research Themes: Honey bee health, infectious disease pathogenesis, antimicrobial resistance, and diagnostic pathology Collaborations: Prairie Diagnostic Services, multiple veterinary and agricultural researchers Dr. Simko’s publications span veterinary pathology, honey bee health, and equine medicine. His recent articles highlight advancements in diagnostic techniques for septic arthritis in horses and interventions to mitigate honey bee colony threats. He has no listed awards but maintains active roles in teaching and applied research.

Anne G HoenView profile

Associate Professor

• Microbiome research
• Epidemiology
• Environmental health
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Anne G Hoen is an Associate Professor at the Geisel School of Medicine , Dartmouth College, with joint appointments in Epidemiology , Biomedical Data Science , and Microbiology and Immunology . Her research focuses on microbiome development in infants, environmental exposures, and their associations with health outcomes, using interdisciplinary approaches including statistical modeling and bioinformatics. Research Interests: She explores how microbial communities in early life influence disease risk through environmental and dietary factors. Her work integrates microbiome-metabolome interactions, computational methods for microbial network analysis, and epidemiological studies of infectious diseases. Recent Article Trends: 2025-2024 publications highlight maternal diet-microbiome links, microbial interaction networks, ECHO consortium collaborations, and novel computational approaches for microbiome data. Key sub-fields include perinatal exposome, microRNA profiling, and longitudinal metabolomic analysis. Scientific Awards: K01LM011985: Bioinformatics strategies for early life microbiomics R01LM012723: Multi-omic functional integration using networks Advising: Mentors current PhD students in Dartmouth's Quantitative Biomedical Sciences (QBS) program, including Becky Lebeaux and Quang Nguyen, while alumni like Sara Lundgren and Wes Viles hold postdoctoral and academic positions.

Mark W. LentzView profile

Associate Professor

• Colonial History
• Latin American Studies
• Atlantic World History
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Mark W. Lentz is an Associate Professor of Latin American History at Utah Valley University, specializing in colonial Mexico, Central America, and the Atlantic World. His research focuses on interethnic relations, linguistic dynamics, and religious influences during the Spanish colonial period. Ph.D., Tulane University (2009) 2015-2016 R. David Parsons Fellow, John Carter Brown Library 2007-2008 Graduate Fellow, Tulane University Center for Ethics Lentz's work explores interpreters in the conquest of Yucatan , indigenous-African interactions , and Jesuit pedagogical practices . He has led student travel programs to Spain and Utah, emphasizing multicultural historical experiences. His 2018 monograph Murder in Merida, 1792 analyzes colonial legal systems, while his award-winning article in the Hispanic American Historical Review (2018) examines creole and African-descent literacy in indigenous languages. 2018 Best Article Prize, RMCLAS Lentz’s publications reveal trends in colonial power structures , missionary impact , and multilingual societies . His academic roles integrate fieldwork, archival research, and interdisciplinary analysis. Outside academia, he engages in Wasatch Range outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.

Soo J. RheeView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

• Vascular Surgery
• Endovascular Surgery
• Vein Disorders
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Dr. Soo J. Rhee is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, and an Assistant Attending Surgeon in the Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Board-certified in vascular and general surgery, she co-directs the Comprehensive Vein Program specializing in venous disorder treatments. Her educational background includes: B.A. from Princeton University (1996), graduating cum laude M.D. from New York University School of Medicine (2000) Dr. Rhee's research focuses on vascular interventions with expertise in minimally invasive varicose vein treatments (endovenous laser, radiofrequency, mechanochemical ablation) and spider vein sclerotherapy. She clinically manages deep vein thrombosis, venous ulcers, and pelvic vein disorders through the Comprehensive Vein Program. Her publication record emphasizes gender-specific outcomes in peripheral artery disease, carotid stenting safety profiles, and lesion complexity impacts on intervention success, demonstrating consistent contributions to evidence-based vascular surgery practices. Key recognitions include: W.L Gore research grant for basic science (2007) Third Prize at Montefiore Young Investigators' Symposium (2003) Third Prize in Resident Presentation Forum at New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (2003) Cum Laude Honors from Princeton University (1996) As co-director of the Comprehensive Vein Program, Dr. Rhee leads clinical innovation in venous disorder management while maintaining active surgical practice and research. Her work bridges translational research with direct patient care in vascular medicine. The Comprehensive Vein Program under her co-direction integrates advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques to treat complex venous conditions from varicose veins to chronic venous insufficiency, serving as a regional referral center for venous disorders.

Mehdi KabbageView profile

Professor

• Necrotrophic fungal pathogenesis
• Programmed cell death in plants
• Plant-microbe interactions
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Mehdi Kabbage is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison . His research focuses on necrotrophic fungal pathogenesis, particularly the role of oxalic acid and programmed cell death (PCD) in plant-pathogen interactions. He teaches courses in fungal biology and plant-microbe interactions. Education : Ph.D. in Plant Pathology (Kansas State University), M.S. in Plant Pathology (Kansas State University), B.S. in Engineering (Ecole d'Ingénieurs de Purpan, France) Dr. Kabbage investigates how Sclerotinia sclerotiorum manipulates plant PCD through oxalic acid secretion and explores strategies to inhibit this process for crop protection. His work spans molecular mechanisms of fungal virulence, plant stress tolerance, and genetic resistance in soybeans. Recent publications highlight his research on fungal effector proteins, host-induced gene silencing, oxalic acid signaling, and autophagy-based resistance strategies. He collaborates extensively on soybean and dry bean pathosystems, with a focus on integrated disease management and climate resilience. His lab develops transgenic approaches for stress tolerance, studies BAG protein family functions in plant defense, and investigates fungal enzymatic virulence factors like alcohol oxidases and laccases. Current projects include chemical genomics for resistance pathway discovery and novel antifungal agents such as poacic acid.

• Gastrointestinal Pathology
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Colorectal Carcinoma
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Lindsay Alpert is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine. As a surgical pathologist specializing in gastrointestinal pathology, Dr. Alpert provides expert diagnostic services for neoplastic and non-neoplastic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, biliary tree, and pancreas. Dr. Alpert received her MD from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2012. She completed her residency in Anatomic Pathology and fellowship in Gastrointestinal and Hepatic Pathology at the University of Chicago, finishing her fellowship in 2016 and residency in 2017. Dr. Alpert's research focuses on gastrointestinal pathology with particular expertise in inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal carcinoma, and the gut microbiome. Her work examines dysplasia patterns in IBD patients, histologic features of enteropathies, and the impact of therapeutic interventions on gastrointestinal tissues. She has made significant contributions to understanding the histologic spectrum of various gastrointestinal conditions and their clinical implications, with numerous publications in high-impact journals like Modern Pathology and Gastroenterology. Analysis of Dr. Alpert's recent publications reveals a strong focus on gastrointestinal pathology, particularly inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal neoplasia. Her work spans diagnostic pathology, molecular characterization of gastrointestinal tumors, and the impact of therapeutic interventions. Many studies examine dysplasia patterns in IBD patients across different age groups and presentations, while others investigate rare gastrointestinal conditions and their histologic features. Her research often bridges basic science with clinical applications, examining how dietary and pharmacological factors influence gastrointestinal pathology. Dr. Alpert actively collaborates with numerous researchers and clinicians at the University of Chicago and beyond, contributing to multidisciplinary studies that bridge pathology with clinical gastroenterology and oncology. Her network includes prominent colleagues such as John Hart, Namrata Setia, and Shu-Yuan Xiao. Dr. Alpert maintains an active research laboratory focused on gastrointestinal pathology, where she mentors trainees and collaborates with colleagues on various research projects examining the histopathology of gastrointestinal diseases. Her team works closely with clinicians to translate pathological findings into improved diagnostic criteria and patient care, particularly for complex cases involving inflammatory bowel disease and gastrointestinal neoplasia.

Greger LarsonView profile

Professor

• Evolutionary Genomics
• Ancient DNA
• Domestication
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Professor Greger Larson is a leading scholar in evolutionary genomics and bioarchaeology at the University of Oxford, serving as Director of the Palaeogenomics & Bio-Archaeology Research Network. Based at Brasenose College, he specializes in ancient DNA studies, domestication processes, and human-animal dispersal patterns. His work bridges archaeology, genetics, and computational biology to address long-standing evolutionary questions. University of Oxford: Current affiliation Palaeo-BARN: Director Research focus: Domestication, ancient DNA, phylogenetics Larson's research integrates ancient DNA with morphological data to reconstruct evolutionary trajectories. His projects span mammals like dogs, cats, and pigs, exploring how domestication shaped modern biodiversity. Recent work examines viral virulence through archaeological samples and interdisciplinary analyses of historical human-animal interactions. His publications highlight trends in domestication genetics, including dual dispersal patterns in dogs and genetic shifts in post-introduction populations. Collaborative efforts like the FarmGtex project emphasize functional genomics across livestock tissues. Supervision includes DPhil students studying epidemiological transitions, Basque uniqueness, and bioarchaeological methods. Current grants from AHRC and ERC support his work on human-chicken interactions and ancient DNA synthesis.

• Early Modern History
• Colonial History
• Ibero-American Studies
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Dr. Peter Mainka is a part-time lecturer at the Chair of Modern History at the University of Würzburg, with a focus on Early Modern European history and colonial contexts. He holds a PhD in Modern and Contemporary History from Würzburg and has extensive experience in German-Brazilian academic collaborations. Education : History, German Studies, and Ancient Greek at the University of Würzburg and Vienna. Research Interests span colonial history, Ibero-American studies, enlightened absolutism, and the role of religious orders in colonial contexts. His work often intersects with educational history and cultural exchange. His recent publications emphasize the Portuguese Empire, Jesuit missions in Brazil, and Early Modern political philosophy. Notable awards include the Wissenschaftspreis der Stiftung Ostdeutscher Kulturrat (2nd Place, 1995). He has led student excursions to Brazil and the Netherlands, fostering cross-cultural academic engagement. Teaching activities at Würzburg include seminars on the Portuguese seaborne empire, Ibero-American colonialism, and the Thirty Years' War. Since 2014, he has been a pedagogical staff member at the Würzburg Adult Education Center (vhs).

Neil ReidView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Conservation Ecology
• Applied Ecology
• Invasion Ecology
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Dr Neil Reid is a Senior Lecturer in Conservation Biology at the School of Biological Sciences, Queen's University Belfast. His research spans policy-relevant conservation strategies, tropical and farmland ecology, invasive species dynamics, and statistical advancements in biodiversity monitoring. Research Focus : Agri-environment schemes, bushmeat hunting impacts, invasive species ecology, and AI applications in ecological analysis. Students : Supervised PhD projects on topics including Natterjack toad breeding, bovine tuberculosis transmission, and carbon flux in grasslands. Recent publications analyze: 2025: Badger-cattle interactions and invasive shrew records in Northern Ireland 2024: Golden eagle reintroduction challenges and hedgerow biodiversity impacts 2023: Wildfire effects on ecosystems and landscape genetics in amphibians Scientific Recognition Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Committee Member, Copeland Bird Observatory His work informs public policy through media engagements with BBC and The Guardian, emphasizing conservation science communication.

Johanna KowalkoView profile

Associate Professor

• Evolutionary Biology
• Behavioral Genetics
• Neural Development
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Johanna Kowalko serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University, where she maintains an active research program focused on evolutionary and behavioral genetics. Her laboratory investigates the genetic and neural mechanisms underlying behavioral diversity using Astyanax mexicanus (blind cavefish) as a model system. The cavefish model provides unique opportunities to study convergent evolution through independently colonized cave populations. Her primary research interests center on four interconnected themes: (1) How natural genetic variation alters developmental processes to produce phenotypic change, particularly eye regression in cavefish; (2) The role of pleiotropy in behavioral evolution, especially the relationship between albinism and sleep loss; (3) The evolution of behavioral plasticity in response to environmental conditions like nutrient availability; and (4) Evolutionary approaches to identify genetic architecture regulating social behavior, comparing highly social surface fish with cave-adapted populations showing reduced social behaviors. Her work bridges developmental biology, neuroscience, and evolutionary genetics to understand how behaviors evolve. Dr. Kowalko's recent publications demonstrate significant contributions to understanding convergent evolution of cave adaptations, with particular emphasis on sleep regulation, circadian rhythms, and sensory system modifications. Her research has revealed how the oca2 gene pleiotropically influences both albinism and sleep loss in cavefish populations. Her scientific recognition includes being featured as an In the Spotlight – Early Career Researcher in the Journal of Experimental Zoology B. She has contributed to major collaborative efforts including the chromosome-level genome assembly of Astyanax mexicanus . Dr. Kowalko actively develops genetic and experimental methodologies for cavefish research, including CRISPR-based genome editing techniques. Her laboratory examines both laboratory and wild populations to understand the environmental contexts driving evolutionary changes in behavior and morphology. Current field research focuses on defining sleep, feeding, and social behaviors in natural cave environments to identify selective pressures shaping these adaptations.

Aileen FriesenView profile

Associate Professor

• Mennonite History
• European History
• Migration Studies
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Aileen Friesen is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Winnipeg, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts. She also serves as Executive Director of the Plett Foundation, focusing on interdisciplinary historical research and community engagement. Her work bridges academic and public history through initiatives like heritage cruises and educational outreach. Education Background : While specific degrees are not detailed in the text, her academic roles and publications suggest advanced training in History, likely with a PhD in Russian or Mennonite Studies. She is associated with the Centre for Transnational Mennonite Studies and the H. Sanford Riley Centre for Canadian History. Research Interests : Mennonite History : Focuses on migration, religious dissent, and colonial experiences in Siberia and Ukraine. Russian/Soviet History : Explores Orthodoxy’s role in colonization, state-religion interactions, and ethnic group policies. Migration Studies : Analyzes displacement patterns, transnational identity formation, and diaspora communities. Her work frequently intersects with environmental history, religious studies, and colonial studies. Publications Trends : Recent scholarship emphasizes Siberian Mennonite communities, Soviet-era religious policies, and transnational ethnic mythologies. She combines archival research with oral histories, as seen in The Russian Mennonite Story (2018) and Colonizing Russia’s Promised Land (2024). Her 2020 analysis of Omsk bishops reveals how spiritual networks shaped colonial dynamics. Awards & Grants : No specific awards listed. However, her publications and roles suggest sustained institutional support for research in Mennonite and Russian studies. Labs/Teams : Active in the Newberry Consortium in American Indian Studies and the State Socialism Workshop. Collaborates with the Oral History Centre and the Centre for Rupert’s Land Studies.

Fay YarbroughView profile

Professor

• American Indian History
• African American History
• Southern History
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Fay Yarbrough is the Senior Associate Dean of Faculty and Graduate Programs and William Gaines Twyman Professor of History at Rice University's School of Humanities. She specializes in 19th-century Native populations of the U.S. Southeast and Indian Territory, focusing on Indigenous-African diaspora interactions. Her research examines tribal sovereignty, race formation, and gender through legal frameworks and colonial dynamics. Education: PhD (Emory University), MA (Emory University), BA (Rice University). Teaches courses on Civil War history, Native history, African American history, and gender studies. Key works include Race and the Cherokee Nation (2008), Choctaw Confederates (2021), and co-edited Gender and Sexuality in the Indigenous Americas (2011). Explores topics like Cherokee marriage laws, Choctaw Civil War participation, and colonial gender manipulation. Affiliated with Rice's Center for the Study of Women, Gender & Sexuality and Center for African & African American Studies. Active in promoting interdisciplinary research on race, Indigenous sovereignty, and gender in historical contexts.

Manolis ManoledakisView profile

Professor

• Classical Archaeology
• Historical Geography
• Ancient History of the Black Sea Region
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Manolis Manoledakis is Professor of Classical Archaeology at the International Hellenic University (IHU) and Dean of the School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Economics since 2020. He directs IHU’s archaeological excavation at Neo Rysio and co-edits the journal Ancient West and East . His academic career spans multiple institutions including Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, University of Ioannina, and Democritus University of Thrace. Education: Ph.D. in Classical Archaeology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2003) Master of Arts in Classical Archaeology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1999) Bachelor’s degree in History and Archaeology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1997) His research focuses on the archaeology, historical geography, and ancient history of the Black Sea region and Macedonia, with specialization in ancient topography, cults, mythology, and Greek vase painting. He has developed unique interdisciplinary methodologies combining cartographic analysis with archaeological fieldwork. The 15 most recent publications reveal trends in Pontic studies, Greek colonialism, Roman hydraulic engineering, and ethnographic analysis of indigenous communities. His work bridges textual analysis with material evidence, particularly through GIS applications and remote sensing technologies. Scientific Awards: Scholarship of excellence (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 2001) State Scholarships Foundation fellowship (2006-2007) Manoledakis has directed the MA in Black Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Studies and MA in Classical Archaeology and Ancient History of Macedonia. He organized international workshops and summer schools, and led excavation teams at Neo Rysio and Vergina, while contributing to environmental history projects like Mines, Olives and Monasteries . His editorial work includes proceedings of Black Sea Antiquities workshops and co-edited volumes in the Colloquia Antiqua supplement series. He has applied digital methods to Ptolemy’s Geographia and WW2 aerial photography for ancient landscape reconstruction.