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Shefali Setia VermaView profile

Assistant Professor

• EHR genomics
• bioinformatics
• data integration
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Shefali Setia Verma, PhD serves as an Instructor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine , holding an entry-level faculty appointment that combines teaching and translational research responsibilities. Education & Training: While specific degrees are not detailed in the provided text, her credential as “PhD Instructor” indicates doctoral-level training followed by post-doctoral or fellowship experience in computational biology, genomics, or a related quantitative biomedical field. Research Interests: Dr. Verma’s work is anchored at the intersection of genomics, bioinformatics, and women’s health . Core themes include: Integration and harmonization of large-scale electronic health record (EHR) data with genomic datasets to uncover disease mechanisms. Development and validation of polygenic risk scores (PRS) across diverse ancestries, with special attention to African and other under-represented populations. Translational application of multi-omics (genomics, proteomics, imaging-derived phenotypes) to complex diseases such as endometriosis, primary open-angle glaucoma, coronary microvascular disease, and cardiometabolic traits . Her methodological toolkit spans genome-wide association studies (GWAS), exome sequencing analyses, machine-learning-based risk modelling, and causal inference approaches , all aimed at advancing precision medicine. Publication Portfolio: Across 2024–2025 she has authored or co-authored more than thirty peer-reviewed articles. The collective body of work demonstrates a clear trend toward (1) expanding genomic discovery in ancestrally diverse cohorts, (2) integrating imaging or proteomic endophenotypes with germline genetics to sharpen disease prediction, and (3) translating these insights into clinically actionable tools for women’s health conditions such as endometriosis, preeclampsia, and breast cancer. Scientific Awards & Recognition: No specific prizes, fellowships, or named lectureships are mentioned in the provided text. Advising & Mentorship: No doctoral or master’s students are explicitly listed; however, her collaborative publication record suggests active mentoring and team science within large consortium efforts. Laboratory & Consortium Affiliations: While no dedicated laboratory name is supplied, her work is embedded within multi-institutional initiatives such as the Million Veteran Program and Global Biobank Meta-analysis Initiative, indicating access to extensive computational resources and diverse patient cohorts.

• Alzheimer's disease
• tauopathies
• neurodegeneration
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Derek Hayden Oakley, M.D., Ph.D. , is Assistant Professor of Pathology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School . Based in the Department of Pathology, his laboratory integrates human iPSC-based neuronal models, quantitative 3-D neuropathology, and machine-learning approaches to dissect mechanisms underlying Alzheimer’s disease and related tauopathies. Education & Training M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) Research Interests Dr Oakley’s work focuses on the molecular and cellular basis of neurodegeneration, particularly the pathobiology of tau protein and amyloid-β in Alzheimer’s disease. By leveraging patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) neurons, he investigates post-translational modifications of tau and their influence on neuronal toxicity and propagation. His group also pioneers the application of machine-learning algorithms to high-resolution dissection photographs and surface scans, enabling objective, quantitative 3-D neuropathological analyses of human brain tissue. A complementary line of research examines the intersection of innate immune signaling—such as STING activation—with neurodegeneration in ALS and frontotemporal dementia. Overall, his studies bridge fundamental mechanistic work with translational biomarker discovery, aiming to accelerate clinical trial readiness in tauopathies and synucleinopathies. Publication Trends Between 2020 and 2025, Dr Oakley co-authored 48 peer-reviewed papers that collectively map the molecular landscape of tau, amyloid, and innate immunity in neurodegeneration. High-impact contributions include Nature (somatic mutations in Alzheimer neurons), Acta Neuropathologica (cryptic splicing signatures of TDP-43 dysfunction), and Science Translational Medicine (cholesterol homeostasis in the living human brain). These works underscore a trajectory from mechanistic discovery towards biomarker and therapeutic target validation. Scientific Awards & Recognition Specific honors are not detailed in the provided text. Research Funding & Collaborative Networks Dr Oakley is embedded in extensive collaborative networks (>100 co-authors) anchored by Massachusetts General Hospital and the Harvard NeuroDiscovery Center. He co-leads projects with Drs Bradley Hyman and Matthew Frosch, and participates in multi-institutional consortia such as the Pick’s Disease International Consortium. His work is supported by federal and foundation grants, though exact funding details are not listed. Laboratory & Affiliations Laboratory location: Massachusetts General Hospital, Pathology, WRN 245 55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA 02114, USA Phone: +1 617-726-1077

• Classical Hematology
• Bleeding Disorders
• Clotting Disorders
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Natalie Bavli, M.D., serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where she is a member of the Division of Hematology and Oncology. She joined the faculty in 2021 after completing her hematology fellowship at the institution and specializes in classical hematology with expertise in bleeding/clotting disorders, women's health, and red blood cell/platelet pathologies. Her educational background includes: Medical Degree: Tufts University School of Medicine Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Harvard Medical School teaching hospital), Clinician Educator Track Fellowship: Hematology at UT Southwestern Medical Center Dr. Bavli's research centers on classical hematology, particularly bleeding disorders (e.g., hemophilia, von Willebrand disease), thrombotic conditions (including TTP and HIT), and sex-specific hematological manifestations. She investigates sickle cell disease in pregnancy, platelet dysfunction, and novel therapeutics for coagulopathies, while actively innovating medical education curricula. Analysis of her 15 publications (2011-2025) reveals a clinical research trajectory shifting from oncology-focused hematology (2011-2017 CLL/AML studies) to classical hematology (2020-2025), with dominant themes in pregnancy-related hematology, thrombotic microangiopathies, and sickle cell disease management. Her concurrent educational scholarship demonstrates commitment to pedagogical advancement. Professional recognition includes: Gold Humanism Honor Society induction American Society of Hematology Medical Educators Institute selection Multiple institutional teaching awards As Course Director for the first-year Hematopoietic System course and fourth-year Hematology Frontiers in Medicine elective, Dr. Bavli shapes medical education while serving on The Blood Project's Board of Advisors. Her clinical research likely involves institutional grants supporting hematology innovation, though specific funding details aren't public. Dr. Bavli operates within UT Southwestern's Division of Hematology and Oncology, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across clinical, research, and educational domains to advance hematology care and training.

• Gastroenterology
• Evidence-Based Medicine
• Systematic Reviews
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Professor Morris Gordon is a leading academic in the School of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). He holds multiple key roles including Director of the Biomedical Evidence Synthesis and Translations to Practice (BEST) unit, Coordinating Editor for the UCLan Cochrane Gut editorial satellite group, and Chair of the Best Evidence Medical Education (BEME) Collaboration Executive. He is an NIHR Cochrane Programme Grant holder and serves as Head of Transitions and Careers. His research focuses on gastrointestinal disorders, particularly inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), functional abdominal pain, and evidence synthesis methodologies. He has pioneered work on guideline development for IBD management, pediatric gastrointestinal conditions, and evidence-based medical education. His contributions include over 90 peer-reviewed publications and influential systematic reviews addressing treatment efficacy, guideline harmonization, and translational research. Professor Gordon has developed innovative approaches to synthesizing clinical evidence, including frameworks for defining outcome thresholds in IBD research and optimizing microbiome analysis techniques. His work bridges clinical practice and education through initiatives like the BEME Collaboration, which focuses on advancing medical education research and virtual learning strategies. Key areas of current focus include: Optimizing colorectal surveillance protocols for IBD patients Developing pediatric functional gastrointestinal disorder treatment guidelines Evaluating telehealth applications in inflammatory bowel disease management Standardizing definitions for therapy-resistant gastrointestinal conditions His research portfolio emphasizes collaboration with international organizations such as ESPGHAN, NASPGHAN, and the Cochrane Collaboration. Professor Gordon actively contributes to shaping healthcare policy through evidence-based recommendations and has pioneered adaptive platform trials for Crohn's disease treatments.

• Soil Microbiome
• Metatranscriptomics
• Microbial Ecology
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Mathilde Borg Dahl is a researcher in the Department of Bacterial Physiology at the University of Greifswald, Germany. She serves as a corresponding author on significant research in molecular ecology and metatranscriptomics, focusing on quantifying soil microbial communities using internal RNA extraction standards and complementary molecular techniques. Her work bridges environmental microbiology and biogeochemistry, with applications in climate change and soil carbon cycling. Research Interests: Her primary research areas include soil microbiome analysis, metatranscriptomics, quantitative microbial biomass estimation, RNA extraction standardization, and the integration of molecular data with biogeochemical models. She investigates how microbial community size and activity relate to soil carbon mineralization, particularly under warming conditions. The recent articles led or co-authored by Mathilde Borg Dahl demonstrate a strong trend in developing and validating quantitative methods for soil metatranscriptomics. Her work emphasizes cross-validation using qRT-PCR, internal standards (e.g., Saccharolobus solfataricus RNA), and biogeochemical measurements (MBC, MBN). The focus is on overcoming biases in RNA extraction and library preparation to achieve reliable estimates of microbial abundance and activity in complex soil environments. Scientific Contributions: Lead researcher and manuscript author on a 2025 Molecular Ecology Resources study on quantifying soil microbiome abundance. Co-author on multiple high-impact publications in microbial ecology and soil science (2015–2024). Active participant in the ForHot geothermal warming experiment in Iceland. Recipient of funding from the German Research Foundation (DFG). Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, her leadership in study design and data analysis suggests a mentoring role. She has secured research funding from the DFG (BO 5559/1-1) and collaborated on projects funded by the Research Council of Norway and the Czech Science Foundation. Her work also benefited from EU Horizon 2020 support via the FutureArctic Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions. Laboratories and Collaborations: She works within the Department of Bacterial Physiology at the University of Greifswald and collaborates with teams at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, University of Vienna, and the Biology Centre CAS in the Czech Republic. She utilizes the CAPUT server hosted by Prof. Lars Kaderali’s lab for bioinformatics and benefits from technical support across departments.

Fabrice MUHLENBACHView profile

Lecturer

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Mining
• Text Mining
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Fabrice MUHLENBACH is a Lecturer in Computer Science at Jean Monnet University of Saint-Étienne, where he has been working since September 2003. He conducts his research within the Hubert Curien Laboratory (UMR CNRS 5516), specifically as a member of the Connected Intelligence research team. His academic background is multidisciplinary, combining computer science with cognitive psychology and cognitive sciences. MUHLENBACH's research focuses on artificial intelligence, particularly in improving recommendation processes from intelligent systems. His work addresses ethical considerations in AI and explores ways to escape the "filter bubbles" commonly encountered in recommendation systems. He has developed innovative approaches to recommendation systems that consider complementary cultural forms when users become saturated with similar content. His research also investigates the potential usefulness of knowledge from scientific disciplines outside one's expertise. His publications demonstrate expertise in data mining, text mining, recommendation systems, and AI ethics. His work spans from theoretical foundations to practical applications, with notable contributions in clustering algorithms, semantic search, and health informatics. His research has practical implications, as evidenced by the industrial patent filed for a method of automatic multimedia content selection. Best Paper Award at ADMA 2017 conference Patent FR3046269 for "Method for automatic selection of multimedia content in a database" (2017) Contributions to Encyclopedia of Social Network Analysis and Mining (2014, 2017) MUHLENBACH has supervised doctoral theses in recommendation systems and data mining, and has been actively involved in teaching various computer science subjects including data analysis, machine learning, and computer ethics. His work bridges technical aspects of AI with human-centered considerations, reflecting his background in both computer science and cognitive psychology.

Celine BaeyensView profile

Lecturer

• Cognitive Psychology
• Emotional Regulation
• Clinical Psychology
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Celine Baeyens serves as a Lecturer at the University of Grenoble Alpes, France, specializing in the intersection of cognitive science and clinical psychology. Her academic role integrates teaching with research focused on cognitive mechanisms underlying emotional regulation across diverse populations. Her scholarly work is defined by two complementary frameworks: A processual approach analyzing dynamic cognitive sequences in emotional regulation A transdiagnostic methodology identifying cross-cutting mechanisms in clinical and non-clinical contexts This dual perspective bridges fundamental cognitive research with real-world clinical applications, emphasizing how cognitive factors modulate emotional experiences. Her publications are systematically documented through HAL ( cv.hal.science ) and ResearchGate repositories. No scientific awards or honors were referenced in the source material. Information regarding student supervision, research funding, laboratory facilities, or collaborative teams was not provided in the available documentation.

Geremias PolancoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Number Theory
• Discrete Mathematics
• Combinatorics
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Geremias Polanco is an Assistant Professor of Mathematical Sciences at Smith College. His research focuses on number theory, discrete mathematics, and combinatorics with significant contributions to the study of Beatty sequences, combinatorial game theory, and classical number theory problems. Dr. Polanco's research interests span several key areas of pure mathematics: Number Theory, particularly Beatty sequences and Diophantine approximation Combinatorial Game Theory, with focus on Wythoff's game variants Classical Number Theory problems and their modern variations Discrete structures and integer sequences Elliptic curves and finite fields Generators in algebraic structures His scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of combinatorics and number theory, with publications exploring the properties of Beatty sequences, variations of classical theorems, and connections between combinatorial games and number-theoretic structures. His most recent work continues to advance our understanding of sequence decompositions and their applications. Dr. Polanco maintains an active research program with publications spanning from 2018 to 2023, showing consistent scholarly output in his specialized areas of expertise. His collaborative work with established researchers like Florian Luca and Wadim Zudilin demonstrates engagement with the broader mathematical research community.

Vadim PonomarenkoView profile

Professor

• Number Theory
• Combinatorics
• Algebra
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Vadim Ponomarenko is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at San Diego State University. His primary research focuses on number theory, combinatorics, and algebra, with specialization in factorization theory, numerical semigroups, and combinatorial game theory. He actively teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including Discrete Mathematics and Abstract Algebra. His research explores diverse mathematical domains including: Factorization properties in numerical semigroups and congruence monoids Combinatorial problems in game theory (e.g., Sylver Coinage) Inequalities and limit theorems in analysis Geometric probability and stochastic models Algebraic structures and their arithmetic properties Recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on asymptotic analysis of factorization lengths, generalizations of classical inequalities, and combinatorial number theory problems. His work frequently appears in prominent journals including the American Mathematical Monthly and Journal of Algebra. Ponomarenko directs an NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program focused on original mathematical research. He serves on multiple university committees including the University Senate, Inclusion Council, and Academic Policy Committee.

AmrithalakshmiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Graph Theory
• Graph Energy
• Spectral Graph Theory
• +2 more

Amrithalakshmi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, with 11 years of teaching experience. She holds a Ph.D. and specializes in graph theory, particularly graph energies and spectral properties. Research Focus: Her work explores the intersection of matrix theory and graph structures, with emphasis on: Graph energy quantification (e.g., Seidel energy, degree-based energies) Properties of graph complements and amalgamations Spectral applications in topology and linear algebra Her recent publications (2022–2025) analyze energy metrics in complex graph configurations, advancing spectral graph theory methodologies. No awards, grants, or student advisements are documented.

Greggory MaynardView profile

Lecturer

• Pharmacology Education
• Pharmacodynamics
• Pharmacokinetics
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Greggory Maynard serves as a Lecturer in Pharmacology at Charles Sturt University's School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences, Orange campus. Since joining CSU in August 2010, he has taught pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacotherapeutics, and pharmacy practice across pharmacy, dentistry, medicine, nursing, and paramedic programs, collaborating with diverse health professionals to develop discipline-specific curricula. His academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) with experimental pharmacology focus from the University of Sydney (1995), internship at St George Hospital, and a PhD completed in 2008 on polyclonal antibodies against the P2Y11 purinergic receptor. Prior to CSU, he held academic roles at Sydney University including Associate Lecturer in Pharmaceutics. Maynard's research centers on pharmacology education scholarship, particularly defining core concepts in pharmacology curriculum and analyzing clinical case difficulty parameters for fair assessment. His work with the Australian pharmacology education group establishes foundational teaching frameworks, while recent microbiology publications demonstrate cross-disciplinary collaboration in bacterial genome sequencing. His educational publications reveal consistent focus on assessment validity and curriculum standardization, with pharmacology education dominating 70% of outputs while microbiology represents emerging collaborative work. The scholarship of teaching forms his primary research identity, emphasizing practical applications for health professional education. Scientific recognition includes: Contribution to Teaching award (2016) Research Excellence - Team Award for Orange Campus Laboratory Facility Development (2013) As a registered supervisor, Maynard mentors honors students like Sophia Manahan in paramedicine while actively participating in professional development through ASCEPT workshops, conferences, and curriculum development groups. His laboratory facility development award highlights contributions to infrastructure supporting hands-on health science education. He maintains active collaboration with the University of Canberra and continues advancing pharmacology education frameworks through national working groups, focusing on measurable learning outcomes and assessment equity across health disciplines.

Grant HansmanView profile

Research Fellow

• Norovirus Virology
• Antiviral Development
• Structural Biology
• +3 more

Grant Hansman is a Senior Research Fellow at Griffith University's Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics, specializing in norovirus structural biology and antiviral development. His research combines structural virology, nanobody engineering, and diagnostic innovation. He leads projects developing norovirus therapeutics using nanobody technologies and lateral flow diagnostics. His structural studies of viral capsids have identified key vulnerabilities for therapeutic intervention, leading to high-affinity nanobodies that block viral receptor binding. Current research examines antigenic variation in bat and human noroviruses, fucose-functionalized inhibitors, and broad-spectrum Fc-nanobody therapeutics. He collaborates internationally on projects including BIOSCAN Canada and Marine Bioproducts CRC.

• Public Health Hygiene
• Human Genetics and Biotechnology
• Environmental Microbiology
• +4 more

Romano Spica Vincenzo is a Full Professor at Rome Foro Italico University, leading the Department of Human Movement Sciences and Health. He specializes in Public Health, focusing on hygiene in sports environments, water safety, and biotechnology applications in disease prevention. His research explores the interplay between microbiology, environmental health, and human well-being, with notable contributions to pandemic response strategies and sustainable health practices. Responsabile del Laboratorio di Epidemiologia e Biotecnologie (Epidemiology and Biotechnology Lab). Collaborates with ISS (Italian Health Institute) on clinical governance and water safety guidelines. His work spans hygiene in sports facilities, microbial analysis, and public health policy development. Recent studies address pandemic waste impacts, microbiota dynamics, and innovative disinfection methods. He actively contributes to national and international initiatives on water safety, sports medicine, and environmental sustainability.

• Mass Spectrometry
• Structural Biology
• Proteomics
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Joseph A. Loo is a Professor in both the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and the Department of Biological Chemistry at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on advanced mass spectrometry techniques, particularly native top-down mass spectrometry, for structural analysis of proteins and protein complexes. Dr. Loo's research spans multiple areas of structural biology and proteomics. He is particularly known for his pioneering work on native mass spectrometry applications to membrane proteins, protein-ligand interactions, and neurodegenerative disease research. His laboratory develops cutting-edge methodologies to characterize protein structure, dynamics, and interactions in their native states without denaturation, which preserves higher-order structural information often lost in traditional techniques. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on integrating mass spectrometry with complementary structural techniques like MicroED to solve complex biological problems. This interdisciplinary approach has yielded significant insights into membrane protein characterization, enzyme-inhibitor complex analysis, bacterial pathogenesis mechanisms, and neurodegenerative disease research. The trend toward community-wide methodological studies in his recent work highlights his leadership role in advancing top-down proteomics standards. Dr. Loo has been actively involved in the mass spectrometry community, serving as an editor for the Journal of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry and contributing to numerous community-wide studies on top-down proteomics methodologies. His laboratory maintains extensive collaborations across disciplines, applying advanced mass spectrometry techniques to challenging biological problems ranging from bacterial heme acquisition pathways to Alzheimer's disease mechanisms.

Sameer PantView profile

Associate Professor

• Animal Genetics
• Genomics
• Immunogenomics
• +5 more

Sameer Pant is an Associate Professor of Animal Genetics at Charles Sturt University's School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences in Wagga Wagga, Australia, where he serves as the postgraduate (HDR) research coordinator. With over 15 years of teaching experience spanning universities in Canada, Denmark, and Australia, Dr. Pant specializes in animal genetics/genomics, biotechnology, and immunology, coordinating the Animal Genetics subject while teaching both Animal Genetics and Animal Biotechnology to undergraduate students. His educational background includes: BVSc & AH (Veterinary Medicine) from Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology (2005) PhD in Bovine Immunogenomics from University of Guelph, Canada (2010) GCLTHE (Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education) from Charles Sturt University (2017) Dr. Pant's research leverages both laboratory and computational approaches to address animal health, production, and welfare challenges across diverse livestock species. His work centers on three interconnected streams: investigating genetics of complex livestock diseases to develop marker-assisted selection strategies; using animal models (particularly pigs) to study human disease mechanisms; and examining genetic and epigenetic regulators of stress responses in sheep. He believes genetic variants conferring disease resistance can provide complementary strategies to minimize economic consequences of livestock diseases. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent focus on quantitative genetics approaches, with increasing integration of systems genetics methodologies over the past decade. His research shows strong emphasis on genome-wide association studies, identification of quantitative trait loci, and application of network analysis to understand complex traits like obesity, feed efficiency, and disease resistance in livestock. Professional recognition includes serving on editorial boards of four international journals. While specific major awards aren't detailed, his publication record of over 50 peer-reviewed articles demonstrates significant scholarly contribution. As an educator, Dr. Pant focuses on developing engaging, career-relevant learning experiences, believing "both teaching and learning are never ending processes and mistakes are a part of both." He contributes to Higher Degree by Research student recruitment and progression, and serves on various university committees. His editorial responsibilities include The Journal of Agricultural Science and Frontiers in Animal Science. Dr. Pant's research involves extensive international collaborations, with recent work examining beef cattle microbiota, sheep semen traits, and porcine genetics. His laboratory integrates wet-lab and computational approaches to address complex questions in animal genetics with applications to agricultural productivity and translational biomedical research, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.