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Carolyn BertozziView profile

Professor

• Glycosylation
• Bioorthogonal Chemistry
• Immuno-Oncology
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Carolyn Bertozzi is the Baker Family Director of Sarafan ChEM-H and the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor at Stanford University's School of Humanities and Sciences. She holds courtesy appointments in Chemical and Systems Biology and Radiology, and is an Investigator of the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. A graduate of Harvard University (BS, 1988) and UC Berkeley (PhD, 1993), she transitioned from UC Berkeley (1996) to Stanford in 2015, where she co-directs Sarafan ChEM-H. Academic Leadership: Co-Director, Sarafan ChEM-H Teaching Recognition: UC Berkeley Distinguished Teaching Award (2001), Donald Sterling Noyce Prize (2001) Her research bridges chemistry and biology, focusing on cell surface glycosylation in disease states. Her lab develops diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for cancer, inflammation, and bacterial infections, with recent emphasis on immuno-oncology and glycoimmune checkpoints. Recent publications highlight advancements in lysosomal targeting, bioorthogonal chemistry, and tumor microenvironment reprogramming. Her work spans glycoproteomics, RNA glycosylation, and engineered proteases for disease applications. Nobel Laureate: Chemistry (2022) Academy Memberships: NAS, AAAS, Leopoldina Major Prizes: Welch Award (2022), Wolf Prize (2022), Seaborg Medal (2020) As HHMI Investigator and ChEM-H leader, Bertozzi directs interdisciplinary research at the chemistry-medicine interface. She pioneered molecular imaging techniques and developed tools for glycosylation analysis that have transformed diagnostics and targeted therapies.

Sabine Oltersdorf-SteffanView profile

Professor

• Health and Nursing Management
• Nursing Informatics
• Empirical Social Research in Healthcare
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Prof. Dr. Sabine Oltersdorf-Steffan is a Professor of Health and Nursing Management and Head of the Nursing Management B.A. program at Akkon University of Human Sciences in Berlin. She has been a faculty member since 2013, contributing significantly to nursing education, research, and policy development. Her academic and professional roles are deeply rooted in healthcare innovation and educational leadership. Professor of Health and Nursing Management, Akkon University of Human Sciences (2013–present) Head of Nursing Management B.A. Program Teaching areas include Scientific Work, Empirical Social Research, Quality and Risk Management, Human Resources Development, Staff Planning and Team Leadership in Nursing, Care System and Care Policy, and Agile and Traditional Project Management Active in research on rural healthcare, technological support in care, and personnel development Her research interests span Health and Nursing Management , Nursing Informatics , Quality and Risk Management , and Personnel Development in Healthcare . She focuses on improving rural healthcare delivery, integrating technology into nursing practice, and enhancing educational models for healthcare professionals. Her work emphasizes evidence-based practice, workforce sustainability, and reducing administrative burdens in clinical settings. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on rural and home-based care during the pandemic , mental health in emergency services , and innovations in nursing education . Her research combines empirical analysis with practical implementation, particularly in digital health, workforce training, and policy reform. She frequently contributes to national discussions on nursing standards and educational frameworks. She is a member of the German Professional Association for Nursing Professions and the German Society for Nursing Science , actively engaging in conferences and policy dialogues. Her presentations often address digital transformation, care equity, and leadership in healthcare. Prof. Oltersdorf-Steffan has supervised various research initiatives and educational projects, including evaluations of emergency paramedic training and innovations in nursing informatics. She has collaborated with governmental and academic institutions to improve healthcare systems. Her work contributes to shaping future nursing leaders and enhancing the quality of patient care through education and research. She leads and participates in research projects such as those related to rural healthcare access , intercultural competencies in emergency services , and de-bureaucratization in nursing . Her leadership in academic-practice partnerships strengthens the integration of theory and clinical application in nursing education.

• Immunology
• Gene Therapy
• Hematopoietic Stem Cell Research
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Dr. Giorgia Santilli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Infection, Immunity & Inflammation at University College London (UCL), where she leads research in gene therapy for primary immunodeficiencies through innovative hematopoietic stem cell engineering and viral vector development. Education Doctor of Philosophy, Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine, 2003 Her research program centers on translational immunology and gene therapy, with specialization in developing curative treatments for X-linked agammaglobulinemia and Chronic Granulomatous Disease. Key methodologies include AAV capsid engineering, hematopoietic stem cell gene editing, and safety assessment of genomic modifications. She actively investigates mechanisms of immune reconstitution and vector optimization for clinical applications. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory focused on enhancing precision and safety in gene editing. Dominant themes include AAV vector evolution for improved transduction, chromosomal aberration detection via MEGA dPCR, and protocol optimization for immunodeficiency treatments. Her work consistently bridges molecular innovation with therapeutic translation, evidenced by high-impact studies in Molecular Therapy and Nature. As an Associate Professor, Dr. Santilli mentors graduate researchers and maintains extensive collaborations across gene therapy consortia, as reflected in her co-authorship on 115+ publications. Her leadership in European Society of Gene and Cell Therapy conferences underscores her active role in shaping field standards. Dr. Santilli directs a multidisciplinary research group within UCL's Department of Infection, Immunity & Inflammation that integrates molecular biology, stem cell technology, and bioengineering to advance treatments for genetic immune disorders. Her team collaborates with clinical partners to accelerate therapeutic development from bench to bedside.

Laura ShallcrossView profile

Professor

• Public Health
• Translational Data Science
• Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)
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Professor Laura Shallcross is a faculty member at the University College London (UCL) Institute of Health Informatics , where she leads translational research programs focused on reducing the impact of infections and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) on health and social care systems. She combines routine data analysis with interdisciplinary methods (qualitative research, basic science, coproduction) to develop policy interventions. Doctor of Philosophy (University of London, 2014) Master of Science in Epidemiology (London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, 2009) Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (University of London, 2003) Bachelor of Arts (University of Oxford, 1999) Her research focuses on epidemiology , infection control , and data-driven policy development , with a particular emphasis on care homes and vulnerable populations. She led the VIVALDI study , the largest UK study on COVID-19 in care homes, which directly influenced national testing policies. She also works on computational medicine through her role as Co-director of the UCLH/UCL Computational Medicine Theme . Her recent publications (2024-2025) examine topics including: AMR-X framework for systemic antimicrobial resistance management Psychosocial impacts of respiratory outbreaks in care homes Antibiotic prescribing patterns in leukemia patients SARS-CoV-2 antibody dynamics in long-term care facilities These works demonstrate her expertise in epidemiological modeling , health policy evaluation , and interdisciplinary approaches to infection control . 2021 - MBE for services to adult social care during the pandemic She supervises PhD students and serves on national advisory bodies including the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (SAGE) Social Care Working Group. Her research program aims to establish a national interventional research framework for infection management at the NHS-care home interface.

• Biostatistics
• Veterinary Economics
• Animal Health Management
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Spomenka Đurić is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Economics and Statistics, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Belgrade. She teaches courses related to biostatistics, research methodology, and veterinary management, including Biostatistics and Informatics in Biomedical Sciences and Economics and Management in Veterinary Medicine . Her research focuses on Biostatistics , Veterinary Economics , and Animal Health Management . She investigates environmental impacts on animal health, disease transmission dynamics, food safety, and nutritional composition of aquatic species. Her work often employs statistical modeling and interdisciplinary approaches. Recent publications highlight her expertise in seasonal nutritional analysis of mussels , control strategies for vector-borne diseases , and heavy metal accumulation in wildlife . She also explores food safety standards and economic efficiency in aquaculture . Her affiliations include the University of Belgrade, where she contributes to veterinary education and research. Contact: spomenkadj@vet.bg.ac.rs

Julie ParsonnetView profile

Professor

• Infectious Diseases Epidemiology
• Microbiome-Host Interactions
• Public Health Surveillance
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Julie Parsonnet is the George DeForest Barnett Professor of Medicine and Professor of Epidemiology and Population Health at Stanford University School of Medicine . She leads the Parsonnet Laboratory, focusing on infectious agents' role in chronic diseases and serves in the Division of Infectious Diseases and Geographic Medicine and Maternal & Child Health Research Institute. Medical Degrees: MD (Cornell, 1983), AB (Harvard, 1979) Board Certifications: Internal Medicine (1986), Infectious Diseases (1988) Her research spans three decades, pioneering H. pylori's role in gastric cancers and expanding to infection-metabolism connections . Recent work includes human temperature decline as infectious disease marker and wastewater surveillance for community-level virus tracking (HIV, RSV, SARS-CoV-2). She investigates microbiome development in infants and antimicrobial chemical effects . Her 2024-2023 publications reveal trends in environmental virology , pediatric growth modeling , and firearms injury epidemiology . Notably, she demonstrated wastewater solids' superiority in HIV detection and RSV season tracking through 176 US sites. Scientific Recognition : NAM Member (2019), AAP Member (2017), ASCI Member, IDSA Fellow Leadership : NIH MID-B Study Section (2011-16), Thrasher Foundation SAB (2006-11), SAFE President As principal investigator , she mentors graduate students and leads NIH-funded clinical trials including STORK cohort (microbial exposures in children), Triclosan Microbiota Study , and SARS-CoV-2 Dialysis Screening . Her lab's interdisciplinary approach combines epidemiology with computational biology to address global health challenges.

• Schistosomiasis
• Vaccine Development
• Immunoepidemiology
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Hannah Wei Wu is an Associate Professor at Brown University with joint appointments in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and Department of Pediatrics . Her work bridges laboratory research and field epidemiology through collaborations in China and the Philippines. Academic Rank: Associate Professor Institution: Brown University Affiliations: Rhode Island Hospital, OneHealth Initiative

Soo DowneView profile

Professor

• Midwifery
• Maternal Health
• Physiological Labour and Birth
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Professor Soo Downe is a distinguished academic and researcher at the University of Central Lancashire's School of Nursing and Midwifery, where she holds the position of Professor of Midwifery Studies. With an extensive publication record of over 211 scholarly works, her research spans multiple methodologies including phenomenology, ethnography, surveys, RCTs, and epidemiological analysis of large datasets. She maintains strong international connections, regularly collaborating with the World Health Organization and global maternity care leaders. Downe's research interests focus primarily on the nature of and cultures around physiological labour and birth. Her work explores how birth environments, practices, and care models influence women's experiences and outcomes. She has developed particular expertise in salutogenic approaches to birth - examining what creates positive birth experiences rather than focusing solely on problems. Her recent work has addressed trauma-informed maternity care, group B streptococcus screening, compassionate care during childbirth, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on maternity services. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on women-centered approaches to maternity care, with growing attention to mental health aspects of birth, trauma-informed care models, and the implementation of evidence-based practices in real-world settings. Her work often employs mixed-methods approaches that combine quantitative analysis with rich qualitative insights from women's experiences. Professor Downe actively contributes to shaping maternity care policy through her research on midwifery models of care, caesarean section rates, and health system interventions. Her work with the WHO and international research collaborations demonstrates her significant influence on global maternity care practices and policies.

Kim C. WilliamsonView profile

Professor

• Malaria
• Immunology
• Host Defenses
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Kim C. Williamson is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) School of Medicine, Bethesda, MD. She holds a Ph.D. from Boston University and a B.S. from Ithaca College, with postdoctoral training at the NIH Laboratory of Parasitic Diseases. Education: Ph.D., Boston University B.S., Ithaca College Her research focuses on the basic biology and immunology of malaria parasites, particularly Plasmodium falciparum . Key projects include malaria drug and vaccine development, gametocytogenesis, and parasite-host interactions in Ghana. She contributes to malaria eradication efforts through the malERA Refresh Panel and serves on the editorial board of Parasitology Research . Scientific trends in her 10 most recent publications (2016-2024) span malaria transmission biology, proteasome-targeting therapeutics, immune response dynamics, and gametocyte regulation. Collaborative works address postoperative infection risk modeling and neuroimmunological complications, demonstrating interdisciplinary applications of her expertise. Leadership and Affiliations: Member, American Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene malERA Refresh Panel participant Prior faculty at Loyola University Chicago NIH postdoctoral alumnus

Wouter Van den BroeckView profile

Research Fellow

• Network Science
• Computational Social Science
• Epidemiology
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Wouter Van den Broeck is a Research Fellow at the ISI Foundation in Turin, Italy, specializing in the intersection of network science, computational social science, and epidemiology. His research focuses on: Empirical analysis of human contact networks using wearable sensor technology Computational modeling of infectious disease transmission dynamics Development of tools for epidemic forecasting and public health intervention From 2009 to 2013, Dr. Van den Broeck published 15 influential papers that established new methodologies for measuring face-to-face interactions in real-world settings (schools, hospitals, conferences) and applying this data to model pandemic influenza spread. His work during the 2009 H1N1 pandemic provided critical insights for resource allocation and intervention strategies through spatially structured epidemic models and global simulation tools like GLEaMviz. He has collaborated extensively with leading researchers including Alain Barrat, Ciro Cattuto, and Alessandro Vespignani across multiple high-impact publications in journals such as PLoS ONE, BMC Medicine, and EPJ Special Topics, demonstrating consistent contributions to understanding how network structures influence disease transmission.

Stephen J. GleichView profile

Clinical Professor

• Pediatric Anesthesiology
• Pediatric Critical Care
• Human Factors in Anesthesiology
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Dr. Stephen J. Gleich is a distinguished physician-scientist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, with dual appointments in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics. He serves as a Clinical Professor at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, where he is actively involved in teaching, research, and patient care in the specialized fields of pediatric anesthesiology and critical care medicine. Dr. Gleich's educational journey began with a BS in Aviation Technology from Purdue University, followed by an MD from Mayo Medical School. He completed rigorous training including residencies in Pediatrics and Anesthesiology, and fellowships in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and Pediatric Anesthesiology at prestigious institutions including Mayo Clinic and Seattle Children's Hospital. His research focuses on critical areas in pediatric anesthesia including human factors in anesthesiology , pediatric intraoperative hemodynamics , pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome , and anesthetic-related neurotoxicity . Through his work, Dr. Gleich has made significant contributions to understanding complications in pediatric cardiac surgery, respiratory management in children with infections, and quality improvement in congenital cardiac anesthesia. Dr. Gleich has received numerous accolades including being named a Top Doctor in Pediatric Anesthesiology and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine by Minnesota Top Doctors in 2022 and 2023, the Karis Award from the Mayo Clinic Values Council in 2020, and the Favorite Faculty Award from the Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine in 2019. His commitment to excellence is further evidenced by his leadership roles including Chair of the Quality & Safety Committee for the Congenital Cardiac Anesthesia Society and Chair of the Pediatric Trauma Practice Improvement Committee. As an active member of multiple professional organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics, Society for Pediatric Anesthesia, and Society of Critical Care Medicine, Dr. Gleich contributes significantly to advancing standards in pediatric critical care. His research has resulted in numerous publications with particular focus on improving safety and outcomes in pediatric anesthesia and critical care settings.

Jane GreatorexView profile

Professor

• Virology
• Blood Borne Viruses
• HIV Diagnostics
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Jane Greatorex serves as Senior Tutor, Undergraduate and Graduate Tutor, and Director of Studies in Pre-Clinical Medical and Veterinary Sciences at Lucy Cavendish College, University of Cambridge. She holds a PhD from the Open University and maintains active roles across the university's School of Clinical Medicine and Department of Veterinary Medicine. Her research spans critical virology domains including blood-borne viruses, HIV diagnostics, Ebola outbreak response, and influenza transmission dynamics. Greatorex specializes in next-generation sequencing applications for identifying resistance mutations in HIV and human herpes viruses, alongside investigating H1N1 influenza shedding and survival. Her work bridges laboratory research with real-world pandemic response, having led teams during the 2015 Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone and contributing to national policy discussions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong focus on viral transmission mechanisms, diagnostic innovation, and infection control. Her work spans laboratory virology, clinical epidemiology, and public health implementation, with consistent emphasis on practical applications for outbreak management and pandemic preparedness. Key trends include molecular characterization of viral resistance, environmental virus survival, and real-world transmission dynamics. Greatorex plays significant institutional roles beyond research: she oversees student admission, education, and welfare at Lucy Cavendish College; recruits Junior Research Fellows and Post-doctoral Research Associates; lectures Masters students; and supervises undergraduate projects. Her leadership extends to high-containment laboratory operations and emergency response teams, maintaining readiness for future viral outbreaks through her placement on national scientist response lists.

Matteo ParottoView profile

Associate Professor

• Airway Management
• Ventilator Induced Lung Injury
• Critical Care Outcomes
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Matteo Parotto is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto , affiliated with the Temerty Faculty of Medicine and the Department of Anesthesia and Interdepartmental Division of Critical Care Medicine . He works as a Staff Anesthesiologist and Intensivist at Toronto General Hospital , where he serves as director of innovation and QA in CVICU at the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre . His academic leadership includes roles as co-Chair of the Research Committee and At Large Member of the Society for Airway Management (SAM) . Primary Research Focus: Airway management, ventilator induced lung injury, and critical care outcomes Key Contributions: Director of the advanced airway management fellowship program, 176+ scholarly works, and multicenter clinical trials (INTUBE, PRODIGY, LUNG SAFE) His most recent 15 publications (2022-2025) span airway management, contactless vital sign monitoring via video plethysmography, sedation safety, and critical care outcomes. Notably, his work on obesity-related intubation risks and AI-driven capnography analysis has garnered significant citations. Scientific Leadership: Principal investigator in 5 sponsored research agreements (2017-2024) Collaborations across 29 countries, 197 sites International guideline development (ERAS4OLT, enhanced recovery after liver transplantation) Dr. Parotto actively trains residents in fiber-optic intubation techniques and advocates for evidence-based airway management protocols in neurocritical care settings.

Lona ModyView profile

Professor

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Nursing Home Infections
• Clinical and Molecular Epidemiology
• +3 more

Lona Mody is a tenured Professor of Internal Medicine and Epidemiology at the University of Michigan, where she holds the Amanda Sanford Hickey Collegiate Professorship . She serves as Research Professor at the Institute of Gerontology and Associate Division Chief for Clinical and Translational Research at the Medical School. Her work focuses on antimicrobial resistance, infection prevention in long-term care facilities, and improving quality of care for older adults. Michigan Medicine VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System Dr. Mody's research integrates clinical epidemiology , molecular epidemiology , and health policy to define transmission dynamics of drug-resistant pathogens in nursing homes. She has pioneered multi-modal interventions to prevent healthcare-associated infections, particularly among vulnerable patients with indwelling devices. Her recent work explores precision health initiatives for aging populations through collaborations with Israeli institutions and NIH-funded programs. Key publications highlight interventions to reduce multidrug-resistant organisms and address challenges in hospice dementia care and cannabis use in elderly . Amanda Sanford Hickey Collegiate Professor Dr. Mody actively mentors future physician-scientists and leads the division’s T32 training grant , supported by an NIA K24 award . She is affiliated with multiple centers including the Precision Health Initiative and Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation .

• Circadian Biology
• Liver Metabolism
• Upper GI Surgery
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Rebecca Grossman is a Research Fellow at the University of Oxford , affiliated with the Oxford Centre for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism and Brasenose College. She is a specialist registrar in general surgery within the Oxford Deanery, with research focuses on circadian biology , liver metabolism , and gender equality in surgical workplaces . Additionally, she serves as Associate Editor for Social Media at the British Journal of Surgery and contributes to the Royal College of Surgeons of England Women in Surgery Forum. Academic Background: Medical Degree: University of Cambridge (intercalated Zoology) and Guy's King's St Thomas School of Medicine, London Award: Legg Prize in Surgery Research Themes: Her work bridges metabolic surgery with chronobiology , exploring circadian mechanisms in liver metabolism. She also investigates social media's role in surgical research dissemination and systemic gender disparities in medical fields, particularly harassment in surgical environments. Notable Publications (2022-2010) address surgical workplace harassment, gender representation biases, SARS-CoV-2 prehabilitation protocols, and social media in medical education. Trends show interdisciplinary focus on technology-human interaction and equity in healthcare . Awards: Legg Prize in Surgery Professional Roles: Combines clinical training (MRCS, DHMSA) with academic research, advocating for safer surgical workplaces through the Royal College of Surgeons' Women in Surgery Forum. Her DPhil in circadian biology represents a deep integration of clinical practice and fundamental science.