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Karen MaherView profile

Lecturer

• Occupational Health Psychology
• Workplace Wellbeing
• Behavior Change Interventions
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Dr. Karen Maher is a Chartered Psychologist and Lecturer at Aston Business School , part of the College of Business and Social Sciences at Aston University. Her work focuses on Occupational Health and Work Wellbeing, with a PhD in Work Psychology from Loughborough University (2018), examining employee wellbeing and shift work in the Fire and Rescue Service. Prior to academia, she worked as a Health, Fitness, and Wellbeing practitioner, specializing in exercise referral and weight management. Research Interests: Karen’s research explores healthy workplaces, behavior change interventions to improve worker safety and health, maladaptive coping techniques (e.g., substance use), and adherence to workplace safety policies. Her recent projects include studies on staff wellbeing in pediatric critical care and problematic substance use in midwives. Education: PhD in Work Psychology, Loughborough University (2013–2018) MSc in Health Psychology, Coventry University (2013) BSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology, University of Brighton (1998) PG Cert in Academic Practice, Coventry University (2019) Professional Roles: External Examiner at Lincoln University since 2020 Member: British Psychological Society (Chartered), Advance HE (Fellow) Key Contributions: Her work spans behavioral interventions in healthcare, post-pandemic workplace management, and midwifery wellbeing. Recent publications include edited books on midwifery challenges and feasibility studies on staff wellness programs in pediatric care.

Melanie AbasView profile

Professor

• Global Mental Health
• Depression Interventions
• HIV/AIDS Care
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Professor Melanie Abas is a renowned academic in Global Mental Health at King's College London, leading the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience's Health Service & Population Research department. She is Director of the King’s Global Health Institute since 2023 and co-directs the African Youth in Mind initiative. Her work focuses on scalable mental health interventions, particularly in low-resource settings, including the Friendship Bench program in Zimbabwe. She has pioneered culturally adapted therapies for depression and HIV/AIDS care, emphasizing equitable partnerships with African researchers. Key contributions include adapting interventions for youth mental health in Ghana and Zimbabwe, and the TENDAI study addressing HIV medication adherence. Her research spans over £2.75m in UKRI funding and collaborations with international institutions like the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. She advises global health bodies such as the Wellcome Trust and MRC Applied Global Health Board. Education: Medical training at University of Birmingham, MSc Epidemiology at LSHTM, PhD from University of Auckland. Research Interests: Task-shifted therapies, youth mental health, HIV integration, and global health equity. Grants: £2.75m NIHR funding for African Youth in Mind; TENDAI study ($4m NIMH). Capacity Building: Leads African Mental Health Research Initiative, fostering researchers in sub-Saharan Africa. Her work has influenced UK policy on human trafficking survivors and shaped global mental health frameworks. She co-edited special issues on HIV and mental health, and her research on the Friendship Bench has been globally implemented.

• Sports Medicine
• Physiology
• Cardiorespiratory Fitness
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Tamara Stojmenović is a faculty member at Singidunum University within the Faculty of Physical Culture and Management in Sports . She holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Belgrade (2003-2010), a Specialist in Sports Medicine from the University of Belgrade (2014-2017), and a PhD in Experimental and Applied Physiology with Sports Medicine from the University of Kragujevac (2011-2019). Her research focuses on Sports Medicine , Physiology , and Cardiorespiratory Fitness , particularly examining: Cardiovascular responses to exercise Post-COVID-19 physiological impacts on athletes Physical activity optimization through ventilatory threshold analysis Comparative physiological profiles across sports disciplines Recent trends in her publications include athlete cardiac health, strain-specific SARS-CoV-2 effects, and injury prevention in basketball players. Her work appears in journals like Journal of Clinical Medicine , Diagnostics , and Medicina (Kaunas) , covering topics from maximal oxygen consumption to sports injury epidemiology. Professional Contributions: Co-author of two textbooks: Corrective gymnastics and kinesitherapy in sports (2021) and Sports medicine - through questions and answers (2020) Presented at multiple conferences on topics including ACL rupture prevention and athlete overtraining Conducts applied research on sports performance, physical activity prescription, and injury rehabilitation

Janet S. DufekView profile

Professor

• Biomechanics
• Locomotion
• Injury Prevention
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Janet S. Dufek, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences . She also serves as Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and holds adjunct appointments at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions . Her career spans leadership roles including Associate Dean of the School of Integrated Health Sciences and Director of the Interdisciplinary Health Sciences Ph.D. Program . Education: Ph.D. in Biomechanics (University of Oregon, 1988) M.S. in Scientific Foundations of Kinesiology (Illinois State, 1982) B.S. (Summa Cum Laude) in Physical Education (University of Wisconsin-Superior, 1981) Research Interests focus on biomechanical mechanisms of locomotion , injury prevention , and clinical gait assessment . She specializes in jump-landing dynamics , movement variability , and performance enhancement for clinical populations , advocating for interdisciplinary approaches to solve complex health science problems. Her 15 most recent publications (2019-2024) reflect trends in concussion biomechanics , autism spectrum disorder gait analysis , machine learning applications in diabetes progression , and advanced sensor technology for movement studies . Articles explore topics from head acceleration effects on lower extremity function to weighted vest interventions in autism therapy . Scientific Awards include: Fellow, American College of Sports Medicine UW-Superior Hall of Fame (Scholar-Athlete, 2007) Membership in Phi Kappa Phi and Sigma Xi honor societies As a dedicated mentor , she supervises graduate research projects and advises on interdisciplinary health sciences . Her lab ( REBEL Research Group ) pioneers work in biomechanical injury prevention and gait variability assessment , utilizing pressure-measuring insoles and wearable inertial sensors.

Maria RogersView profile

Associate Professor

• Child and Youth Well-being
• ADHD and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• School Absenteeism
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Maria Rogers is an Associate Professor in the Counseling Psychology program at Carleton University, holding the prestigious Tier II Canada Research Chair in Child and Youth Well-being. She concurrently serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Ottawa, where her institutional email is maintained. Her clinical credentials include licensure as a child and adolescent psychologist in Ontario and Quebec, enabling direct practice alongside academic work. Professor Rogers' research program centers on interpersonal dynamics in child development, with three interconnected pillars: (1) relational health of children with neurodevelopmental disorders (particularly ADHD) and its academic implications, (2) chronic school absenteeism and its mental health correlates, and (3) Indigenous children's educational well-being through community partnerships. Her work consistently examines how parent-child and teacher-student relationships mediate learning outcomes, especially during crisis periods like the COVID-19 pandemic. Analysis of her recent publications reveals evolving methodological sophistication, transitioning from single-institution studies to national longitudinal designs. Key emerging trends include intersectional analysis of ADHD symptomatology across gender identities, integration of physical activity metrics into mental health models, and development of virtual single-session interventions for parental support. Her work increasingly incorporates Indigenous research methodologies through community-led partnerships. Scientific Recognition: Tier II Canada Research Chair in Child and Youth Well-being As co-founder of the Canadian Partnership for School Attendance (CPSA), Rogers leads a transdisciplinary research collective involving school boards, mental health agencies, and Indigenous communities. Her lab develops evidence-based frameworks for addressing school absenteeism, with recent focus on pandemic recovery strategies and culturally responsive interventions for Indigenous youth. Current projects examine the effectiveness of mindfulness adaptations for neurodiverse learners and longitudinal tracking of mental health trajectories following school reintegration.

Gimede GiganteView profile

Associate Professor

• Banking
• Financial Intermediaries
• Corporate Finance
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Gimede Gigante is an associate professor in Financial Intermediaries' Economics at Bocconi University, serving as the Director of ICE - Innovation and Corporate Entrepreneurship at SDA Bocconi and the director of the European Fs Tech Hub in Milan. He holds a tenured core faculty position in the Department of Finance and is the program director for the International Management-China MiM degree. Additionally, he is Vice-director of the Bachelor Degree Programme in 'Economia e Finanza' at Bocconi and a Contract Professor there. He teaches as a Professor of Investment Banking at SDA Bocconi in Mumbai and Professor of Corporate Finance at Fudan University in Shanghai. His professional roles include independent board director of a listed Italian bank and advisory positions, such as membership on the national board of AssoFintech and the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council since 2020. He has held visiting positions at Columbia Business School and NYU’s Salomon Center. Education: Gimede Gigante graduated in Business Administration from Bocconi University, earned a Ph.D. in Banking and Finance from the University of Rome, and holds an ITP qualification from SDA Bocconi. His post-doctoral research was conducted at NYU’s Salomon Center and Columbia Business School’s Faculty of Economics. Research Interests: His studies focus on banking systems, corporate finance, investment banking, and private equity. He explores topics such as public-private partnerships, real estate financing, and financial management of football clubs. His work also delves into capital markets efficiency, sovereign funds comparisons (e.g., CDP, KfW, CDC), and the impact of intellectual capital on banking performance. Recent analyses include the potential of Italian capital markets to drive economic growth and cross-border policy benchmarks for financial systems. Advising and Grants: Gigante served as an Economic Advisor to the Italian Parliament’s Finance Committee from 2016 to 2018, contributing to policies on banking and financial intermediaries. His grants and research collaborations are tied to his involvement in Baffi Carefin’s Research Unit on Investment Banking & Structured Finance. He emphasizes active learning in teaching, using group exercises, multimedia tools, and MOOCs through Coursera partnerships since 2014. Labs and Teams: He is affiliated with Baffi Carefin’s Research Unit on Investment Banking & Structured Finance at Bocconi University. He also contributes to editorial boards of journals like the International Journal of Economics and Finance and Accounting and Finance Research, enhancing academic discourse and regulatory practices.

Elke VlemincxView profile

Assistant Professor

• Psychophysiology
• Stress Regulation
• Emotion Regulation
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Dr. Elke Vlemincx is an Assistant Professor at the Health Sciences department of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam since 2020. She holds adjunct roles in the AMS - Musculoskeletal Health and APH divisions focusing on Health Behaviors & Chronic Diseases and Mental Health. Previously, she worked as an Assistant Professor at Queen Mary University of London (2017–2020) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship across institutions in Ann Arbor, Hamburg, Seattle, and Leuven (until 2017). She earned her PhD in Psychology from KU Leuven in 2010. Her research focuses on two primary areas: 1) respiratory psychophysiology, exploring breathing patterns' role in stress/emotion regulation and symptom perception, and 2) socioemotional learning in education to enhance student wellbeing and resilience. She pioneered studies on sighs' psychological functions and their implications for mental health interventions. She has published in leading journals like Psychophysiology and Biological Psychology , and served as Past President of the International Society for the Advancement of Respiratory Psychophysiology (2020–2021). Her recent projects include MASH-up n'HEI (2022–2025), developing socioemotional learning programs, and Level Up (2020–2023), exploring soft skills in higher education. Ancillary activities include coaching roles at ClipGGZ and Hulpkaart since 2024. Key awards include leadership in the ISARP and a focus on UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and wellbeing. Grants include research on respiratory psychophysiology's role in chronic diseases and pandemic impacts.

• Hepatocellular Carcinoma
• Liver Cancer Stem Cells
• Adiponectin Signaling
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Lionel Hebbard is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at James Cook University's College of Medicine and Dentistry. His research spans hepatocellular carcinoma mechanisms, metabolic liver disease, and cancer therapeutics with significant contributions to adiponectin biology and sarcopenia assessment in cardiac surgery. James Cook University (Current) Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology College of Medicine and Dentistry Senior Researcher in Liver Cancer Biology His research focuses on hepatocellular carcinoma pathogenesis , particularly adiponectin signaling pathways and liver cancer stem cells. He investigates non-alcoholic fatty liver disease progression to cancer, metabolic drivers of tumorigenesis, and therapeutic targeting using aptamer-based delivery systems. Recent work explores sarcopenia quantification via CT imaging for cardiac surgery risk prediction, demonstrating clinical translation of his molecular findings. His lab employs advanced techniques including CRISPR screening (TARGET-SL platform), in vitro cancer models, and murine tumor systems. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on translational liver cancer research (60%), cardiac surgery complications (20%), and emerging biotechnologies (20%). Key trends include adiponectin's dual roles in fibrosis and tumorigenesis, sarcopenia as a surgical biomarker, and aptamer-based targeting of cancer stem cells. His work consistently bridges molecular mechanisms with clinical applications, particularly in hepatocellular carcinoma diagnostics and treatment. He mentors multiple doctoral students and early-career researchers including Rhys Gillman and Miriam Wankell. His research is supported by continuous funding from Australian NHMRC and international collaborations with George Jacob (Westmead Institute), Qiao Liang (Bentham Books), and Ranscht Barbara (T-cadherin studies). He leads the Hepatic Cancer Biology laboratory focusing on: Liver cancer stem cell characterization Adiponectin receptor signaling in HCC Metabolic drivers of tumor progression Novel drug delivery systems for liver cancer Translational sarcopenia assessment tools

Stephen ThompsonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Strength and Conditioning
• Resistance Training
• Velocity-Based Training (VBT)
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Stephen Thompson is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the MSc in Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Coaching at Sheffield Hallam University. He holds accreditation as a Strength and Conditioning Coach (ASCC) with the UKSCA and is completing a PhD focusing on Velocity-Based Training (VBT), specifically load-velocity profiling for maximal intensity prediction. His research interests include resistance training, technology in training, and youth development, with publications in journals like Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research and Sports Medicine . He teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the Department of Sport and Physical Activity, leading courses such as the MSc in Strength and Conditioning Coaching and Applied Sport and Exercise Science. His academic roles include Employability Lead, fostering partnerships with local clubs and organizations for student placements. Thompson’s work spans academia and applied practice, with consultancy roles for elite teams like GB Diving and a Championship football academy. His research emphasizes VBT methodologies, load prescription, and the validation of sports technologies. Key contributions include studies on barbell velocity measurement, 1RM prediction models, and athlete performance profiling. He has secured grants from national governing bodies and collaborated internationally on projects. His expertise bridges theoretical research and practical applications in elite sport conditioning and athlete development.

Alison OatesView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomechanics
• Motor Control
• Neuromuscular Adaptations
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Dr. Alison Oates is an Associate Professor at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Kinesiology, specializing in biomechanics and motor control. Her research focuses on neuromuscular adaptations, healthy aging, and managing chronic conditions through gait analysis and balance control. She holds a PhD from the University of Waterloo, with postdoctoral training at McGill University on locomotor rehabilitation post-stroke. Her academic background includes a B.Sc. in Kinesiology from Waterloo, followed by advanced studies in dynamic stability during gait termination in Parkinson's patients. She teaches advanced courses such as Motor Control of Neurological Conditions (KIN 422.3) and Sensorimotor Control of Posture & Locomotion (KIN 822.3). Dr. Oates' research explores biomechanical and neuromuscular aspects of balance and gait, particularly in neurologically impaired populations and older adults. Recent work includes studies on haptic feedback systems, sex-and-gender-based analysis in balance research, and fall prevention strategies. Her articles highlight innovative methods like IMU-based motion capture and clinical applications for spinal cord injury and stroke rehabilitation. While no formal academic awards are listed, her contributions to gait rehabilitation and biomechanical measurement techniques are widely recognized. She currently oversees research projects investigating the efficacy of haptic input on walking stability and neuromuscular adaptation mechanisms. Her work bridges clinical practice and biomechanical theory to improve rehabilitation outcomes for individuals with neurological disorders.

Manuela AngioiView profile

Professor

• Sports Medicine
• Dance Medicine
• Exercise Physiology
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Dr. Manuela Angioi is a Reader in Sports and Exercise Medicine Education at Queen Mary University of London's Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, leading the iBSC Sports and Exercise Medicine Course. She specializes in curriculum development for intercalated degrees, supervising student research projects and managing academic modules. Her research focuses on injury prevention in performing arts, particularly dance and judo, and the application of exercise in healthcare, such as dementia care. She collaborates with organizations like the National Centre for Circus Arts and Dancefit Prime. Teaching includes modules on research methods, exercise physiology, and dance medicine at levels 6 and 7. Research interests span physiological determinants of performance, musculoskeletal injury risk in dancers, and cardiovascular health interventions. She has contributed to high-impact journals and international conferences. Collaborations include the Royal Ballet School and NHS projects on dance-based therapies.

• Exercise Physiology
• Sport Science
• Nutritional Science in Sports
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Dr. David Kelly is a Lecturer in the Department of Sport and Health Science at Dublin City University (DCU), within the Faculty of Science and Health. He teaches across Sport Science, Athletic Therapy, and Physical Activity programs, with a focus on Applied Sport Science. David Kelly obtained his BSc in Sport Science and Health in 2010 and a PhD in Exercise Physiology in 2014, both from DCU. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in sport and health sciences. His research employs a multidisciplinary approach integrating physiological, nutritional, and biomechanical methodologies. Key interests include Exercise Training Specificity, Energy Demands, Nutritional Knowledge and Dietary Intake of Adolescent Team Sport Players, and Performance Profiling of elite and sub-elite athletes. His work has significant application in Gaelic games and team sports performance. The most recent articles indicate a growing trend toward data-driven athlete monitoring, including machine learning applications for performance prediction, meta-analyses of training methods, physiological comparisons in Gaelic football, athlete recovery perceptions, and nutritional behaviors. These span sports science, physiology, nutrition, and data analytics. David is actively involved in national sports organizations, serving on the Sport Science Working Group for the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and the Player Welfare and Safety Committee for the Gaelic Players Association (GPA). These roles reflect his commitment to athlete welfare and performance optimization. There is no public information on specific research grants or students he has supervised. He is not listed as part-time, retired, or deceased, and there are no mentions of scientific awards in the provided text. He is associated with collaborative research networks and contributes to interdisciplinary projects, particularly in athlete performance and health. His work bridges academic research and practical application in elite sports settings.

Kenneth SumidaView profile

Professor

• Resistance Training
• Caloric Restriction
• Bone Mineral Density
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Dr. Kenneth Sumida is a Professor at Chapman University holding the Warren D. Hancock Endowed Chair in Natural Sciences. He is affiliated with both Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences and Schmid College of Science and Technology, conducting research at the intersection of exercise physiology and musculoskeletal biology. University of Southern California - BS, MS, PhD Research Focus : Dr. Sumida investigates exercise-induced bone formation thresholds during growth periods, particularly examining sex differences in bone mineral density (BMD) responses to resistance training. His work also explores alcohol's impact on hepatic glucose production , revealing sex-specific metabolic vulnerabilities. Publication Trends : Recent work spans 2025-2007, showing a progression from alcohol metabolism studies to groundbreaking work on optimal resistance training protocols for skeletal development. Key themes include nonlinear BMD responses , training frequency equivalence , and caloric restriction interactions . Awards & Memberships : Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine Member of the American Physiological Society Teaching & Funding : He teaches advanced physiology courses (PT 515, BIOL 365/366, BIOL 350) while securing grants from NIH National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Addiction, NIH National Institute on Aging, and Irvine Health Foundation.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuropsychology
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
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Michael J. Larson is a Professor of Psychology in the College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences at Brigham Young University (BYU), where he directs the Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuropsychology (CCNN) Lab. His research integrates neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience methodologies to investigate cognitive control mechanisms in healthy individuals and cognitive dysfunction following traumatic brain injury (TBI). He employs advanced techniques including event-related potentials (ERPs) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to examine neural correlates of cognitive processes. Dr. Larson's research program has four primary aims: (1) Investigating behavioral and neural reflections of cognitive control using ERP/fMRI; (2) Understanding lifespan developmental trajectories of cognitive control in neurologic insult or psychopathology (TBI, autism, depression); (3) Examining cognitive control's role in exercise and food-related behaviors including obesity; (4) Determining psychometric properties of biological measures for clinical application. His work spans traumatic brain injury recovery, exercise cognition, food inhibitory control, and psychopathology-neurocognition interactions. His publication trends reveal strong focus on methodological rigor in psychophysiology, with recent articles emphasizing ERP reliability across paradigms, preregistration practices, and multiverse analysis approaches. Key research domains include TBI rehabilitation (particularly via photobiomodulation and HRV biofeedback), sex differences in concussion mechanisms through the LIMBIC MATARS Consortium, and neural markers of food-related inhibitory control. Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Psychophysiology (2016-Present) Top-Cited Scholar for Scientific Field (2019) Martin B. Hickman Innovation in Teaching Award (2018) University Young Scholar Award (2015) College Outstanding Young Alumnus, University of Florida (2014) Dr. Larson mentors students through the BYU Chapter of the Association of Neuropsychology Students and Trainees (ANST) and collaborates extensively with Dr. Tricia Merkely, Dr. Derin Cobia, and Dr. Shawn Gale on clinical neuropsychology training. His lab emphasizes rigorous methodology and psychometric validation, contributing significantly to standards in electrophysiological research through editorial leadership and methodological publications.

Katrien De BockView profile

Professor

• Muscle Microenvironment
• Angiogenesis
• Metabolic Crosstalk
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Prof. Dr. Katrien De Bock is a Full Professor and Deputy Head of the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zurich. Her research focuses on angiogenesis, metabolic crosstalk in muscle microenvironments, and the impact of exercise on muscle regeneration. She leads a team investigating cellular interactions in skeletal muscle, particularly how metabolic signals regulate blood vessel growth and muscle repair. Key areas include understanding fibroadipogenic progenitors' role in muscle physiology, the role of histamine in exercise responses, and age-related muscle decline. Her work integrates molecular biology, single-cell transcriptomics, and computational approaches to dissect mechanisms underlying tendon pathologies, ischemic muscle injury, and metabolic adaptations to exercise. She supervises Master's programs in Human Movement Science and collaborates on projects involving muscle stem cell therapies and vascular engineering. Prof. De Bock also explores interventions like NAD+ precursors to counteract age-related sarcopenia and promotes translational research in regenerative medicine. Research Interests: Exercise-induced metabolic pathways in muscle repair Angiogenesis regulation in health and disease Hypoxia signaling in tendons and muscles Epigenetic modifications during tissue regeneration Stem cell fate determination in muscle microenvironments Notable Projects: Developing AI-driven histologic analysis for tendinopathy diagnosis Mapping the human brain vasculature at single-cell resolution Testing sulfur amino acid restriction to enhance exercise capacity