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Dr. Yi-Feng Chen is a Research Assistant Professor and Master's Supervisor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) in Shenzhen, China. He joined SUSTech as a postdoctoral fellow in November 2020 and was promoted to Research Assistant Professor in February 2023. His academic journey includes interdisciplinary training across engineering, neuroscience, and biomedical applications. Dr. Chen's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Engineering from Wuhan University of Technology (2014-2017), supervised by Professor Quan Liu M.Sc. from Wuhan University of Technology (2011-2014), supervised by Professor Zhou Zude B.Sc. from Wuhan University of Technology (2007-2011) He also participated in exchange programs at Yuan Ze University in Taiwan (2012) and the University of Auckland in New Zealand (2015). Dr. Chen's research spans the intersection of biomedical engineering, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, with particular focus on brain-computer interfaces and rehabilitation technologies. His work combines advanced signal processing techniques with clinical applications, especially in decoding neural signals for movement intention and monitoring brain states during anesthesia. His research has significant implications for neurorehabilitation, assistive technologies, and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated neural decoding techniques, with a focus on coordinated limb movements and practical rehabilitation applications. The work shows progression from basic EEG signal processing to complex bimanual movement decoding and robot-assisted rehabilitation systems, reflecting a translational research approach from basic science to clinical applications. Dr. Chen has secured significant research funding as principal investigator and core contributor on multiple projects: National Natural Science Foundation of China Youth Science Fund Project (2024-2026) Guangdong Natural Science Foundation General Project (2024-2026) Ministry of Science and Technology National Key R&D Program Project (2023-2026) Shenzhen Science and Technology Innovation Commission Key Project (2022-2025) As a Master's Supervisor, Dr. Chen mentors graduate students in biomedical engineering with focus on neural engineering and rehabilitation robotics. His laboratory collaborates closely with clinical partners to ensure research relevance to real-world medical challenges, particularly in neurorehabilitation and intraoperative monitoring.

• Brain-computer interface
• Rehabilitation Robotics
• Machine Learning
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Jennifer Lau, MD, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and serves as the Medical Director of ACCM Medical Education at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. Her work focuses on pediatric anesthesiology, simulation training, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education. Education: Medical School: David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA Internship: Newton-Wellesley Hospital Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital Fellowship: Children's Hospital Los Angeles Research Interests: Dr. Lau’s research spans medical education, simulation-based training, and initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. She specializes in pediatric anesthesiology, contributing to clinical care and educational frameworks in this field. Scientific Awards: Pasadena Magazine Top Doctor AMA Inspiration Award Professional Memberships: American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), Society of Pediatric Anesthesia (SPA), Society for Education in Anesthesia (SEA), American Medical Association, Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, and former Board Member of the Pediatric Anesthesia Program Directors' Association.

• Medical Education
• Simulation
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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Massimo Mischi is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering of the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) and chairs the Signal Processing Systems (SPS) Division , the largest division at TU/e with over 250 researchers. He founded the Biomedical Diagnostics (BM/d) Lab in 2012, which now includes 180 researchers and clinical/industrial advisors, focusing on biomedical signal processing for diagnostics and monitoring.

• Biomedical Signal Processing
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Ultrasound Technology
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Dr. Lucian Sulica is the Sean Parker Professor of Laryngology and Director of the Sean Parker Institute for the Voice at Weill Cornell Medical College. He is an attending Otolaryngologist at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital with a clinical practice exclusively focused on voice disorders. Dr. Sulica served as the 2023 President of the American Laryngological Association and is a Fellow of the American Laryngologic, Rhinologic and Otologic Society (the Triologic Society). His educational background includes: A.B. from Dartmouth College (1989) M.D. from Georgetown University School of Medicine (1993) Residency at Georgetown University Medical Center Fellowship at New York Center for Voice & Swallowing Disorders, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Dr. Sulica's research focuses on evidence-driven principles for treating voice conditions, with particular emphasis on vocal fold injuries from voice use (especially in performers), neurologic voice disorders (including vocal fold paralysis, spasmodic dysphonia, and tremor), and in-office procedures for voice disorders that don't require general anesthesia. His work has addressed critical aspects such as gender differences in vocal fold injury, pathophysiology of laryngeal nerve injury, and diagnostic accuracy in voice disorders. Analysis of Dr. Sulica's recent publications reveals a strong focus on advancing diagnostic techniques through artificial intelligence, improving surgical outcomes for vocal fold lesions, understanding performers' unique voice care needs, and developing evidence-based protocols for vocal fold hemorrhage and other voice disorders. His research increasingly incorporates technology-driven approaches while maintaining a strong clinical focus on patient-centered outcomes. Dr. Sulica has received numerous prestigious awards including: Casselberry Award of the American Laryngological Association (2021) Felix Semon Lectureship in Laryngology, Royal Society of Medicine (2022) American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Honor Award (2008) Consistent recognition as one of "Best Doctors in America" (2005-2024) Designation as one of "America's Top Physicians in Voice Disorders/Laryngology" (since 2006) Inclusion in "New York Magazine Best Doctors" list annually since 2013 As an educator, Dr. Sulica has authored more than 110 journal articles and 40 book chapters, and has edited three books including "Vocal Fold Paralysis," "Classics in Voice and Laryngology," and "Patologia Laringea y Fonocirugia" (in Spanish). He is passionate about teaching and has lectured extensively across the United States, Europe, Latin America, and Australia. His clinical work at the Sean Parker Institute for the Voice represents a comprehensive approach to voice care, incorporating innovative in-office procedures that have helped establish new standards in laryngology.

• Voice Disorders
• Laryngology
• Vocal Fold Injuries
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Ingo Bojak is a Professor at the School of Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences , University of Reading. His research focuses on computational neuroscience, neurodynamics, and neural population models. He explores topics such as biological mistake-making, EEG analysis, and the effects of anesthesia on brain activity. Bojak serves as an associate editor for Neurocomputing and related journals. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with experimental data, emphasizing cross-scale biological phenomena and neural network dynamics. Bojak’s research interests include understanding spontaneous neural oscillations, cortical activity modeling, and the integration of EEG/fMRI data. He has contributed to advancements in neural field theory and Bayesian uncertainty quantification. His studies on biological mistakes highlight adaptive mechanisms across biological systems. Related affiliations include collaborations with the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Reading. Recent publications emphasize theoretical biology, computational neuroscience, and interdisciplinary approaches to understanding neural systems. His work often addresses functional adaptation through error-driven mechanisms and explores the interplay between neural excitability and inhibition.

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neurodynamics
• Neural Population Models
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Yan Ma serves as Professor and Chair of Biostatistics at the University of Pittsburgh, with additional appointments in Orthopaedic Surgery and Clinical and Translational Science. Previously, he was Professor and Vice Chair at George Washington University Milken Institute of Public Health (2014-2022) and Assistant Professor at Hospital for Special Surgery/Weill Cornell Medical College (2008-2014). His educational background includes: PhD in Statistics, University of Rochester (2008) MA in Statistics, University of Rochester (2004) MS in Mathematics, Syracuse University (2003) BS in Statistics, Beijing Normal University (2001) Ma's research centers on advanced statistical methodologies including missing data imputation, machine learning, meta-analysis, causal inference, and longitudinal methods, applied across orthopedics, anesthesiology, health disparities, and emergency medicine through team science and translational research frameworks. His publication trajectory demonstrates sustained innovation from methodological foundations (2008-2012) to contemporary applications in health disparities and machine learning (2016-2022), consistently addressing complex biomedical challenges through high-impact journals like JAMA and Health Services Research. His scientific recognition includes: ASA's Statistics in Epidemiology Young Investigator Award (2010) Interorganizational Team Science Award (2012) ORISE FDA Research Fellowship (2017) APHA Achievement in Academia Award Ma has secured R01 funding from NIH/AHRQ for missing data methods in health disparities research while serving as Associate Editor for ASA journals and reviewer for NIH/PCORI/VA panels, demonstrating leadership in statistical methodology development and interdisciplinary collaboration. His team-science approach bridges statistical innovation with clinical implementation across orthopedics and anesthesiology, driving evidence-based practice through methodological rigor and cross-disciplinary partnerships.

• Missing Data Imputation
• Machine Learning
• Meta-Analysis
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Dr. Stephanie Archer is an Associate Professor and Senior Research Associate at the University of Cambridge, jointly affiliated with the Department of Psychology and the Department of Public Health and Primary Care. Her work bridges psychological science with clinical applications, particularly in cancer risk assessment and digital health interventions. Dr. Archer holds a BSc, MSc, and PhD, though specific institutions are not mentioned in available sources. Her educational background has prepared her for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of psychology, public health, and clinical medicine. Her research focuses on three primary areas: designing multifactorial cancer risk prediction tools for clinical settings; exploring patient and staff experiences of health and social care; and developing/testing digital health interventions. She employs qualitative methods extensively while also engaging with quantitative approaches for comprehensive health services research. Her work demonstrates strong translational focus, moving from theoretical frameworks to practical clinical applications. Analysis of Dr. Archer's recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory in cancer risk prediction tools (particularly CanRisk), patient experience research across multiple conditions, and implementation science for digital health interventions. Her work spans breast, ovarian, prostate, and other cancers while also addressing mental health in autistic populations and patient safety in surgical settings. The interdisciplinary nature of her research connects psychology with oncology, primary care, and public health. Dr. Archer actively contributes to clinical guidelines development, as evidenced by her involvement in the Joint ABS-UKCGG-CanGene-CanVar consensus regarding CanRisk implementation. Her research methodology combines qualitative depth with mixed-methods approaches to address complex healthcare challenges. As a Senior Research Associate and Associate Professor, Dr. Archer likely supervises PhD students and early-career researchers, though specific advisees are not documented in available sources. Her teaching interests include health psychology, health services research, qualitative methods, and intervention development. Dr. Archer collaborates across multiple research units at Cambridge, including the Primary Care Unit and likely the Centre for Cancer Genetic Epidemiology, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to improving cancer risk assessment and patient care pathways.

• Cancer Risk Prediction
• Digital Health Interventions
• Patient Experience Research
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Dr. Stanley J. Rogers is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine. He holds the Ruth M. Dunn Endowed Chair in Minimally Invasive Surgery and the His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Rama IX Distinguished Professorship of Global Surgery. He serves as Interim Division Chief of General Surgery and directs the Bariatric Surgery Center, Liver Tumor Ablation Program, and Minimally Invasive Surgery Program. He is also a staff and trauma surgeon at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, where he leads videoendoscopic surgery. University: University of California, San Francisco School: School of Medicine Department: Department of Surgery Role: Professor, Interim Division Chief, Director Email: stan.rogers@ucsf.edu Dr. Rogers' research and clinical expertise focus on minimally invasive and bariatric surgical techniques, particularly laparoscopic surgery, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and liver tumor ablation. His work explores the metabolic and skeletal consequences of bariatric procedures, with a strong emphasis on calcium metabolism, bone health, and gut microbiome changes. He has contributed extensively to understanding complications and outcomes in gastrointestinal and metabolic surgery. His recent publications show a consistent trend in studying the long-term metabolic and skeletal impacts of bariatric surgery, particularly comparing sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. Key themes include bone mineral density changes, calcium absorption, hormonal regulation (e.g., PYY), and the role of the gut microbiome. Many studies involve collaborations with endocrinologists and metabolic researchers, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to surgical outcomes. Scientific Awards and Honors: Honorary Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons (2016) His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej Rama IX Distinguished Professor of Global Surgery, UCSF (2012) Ruth M. Dunn Endowed Chair in Minimally Invasive Surgery, UCSF (2011) Fellow, American College of Surgeons (1995) Dr. Rogers has supervised numerous residents and fellows and is actively involved in clinical training. He has served as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator on multiple NIH-funded grants, including studies on calcium absorption, sleeve gastrectomy effects, and anti-reflux surgery. His work has significant implications for improving postoperative care and long-term outcomes in bariatric patients. He is affiliated with several key programs at UCSF, including the Bariatric Surgery Center, the Liver Tumor Ablation Program, the Minimally Invasive Surgery Program, the Comprehensive Cancer Center, and the Institute for Global Health Sciences. His leadership extends to clinical trials on endoscopic techniques and bariatric revision surgery.

• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Bariatric Surgery
• Laparoscopic Surgery
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Benjamin Shore, MD, MPH, FRCSC, is Associate Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and a practicing pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Boston Children’s Hospital. He serves as Co-Director of the Cerebral Palsy and Spasticity Center and Director of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship. Education and Training Undergraduate: Biology, University of Victoria, 1999 MPH: Harvard School of Public Health, 2013 MD: University of Western Ontario, 2003 Residency: Orthopedic Surgery, University of Western Ontario, 2008 Fellowship 1: Pediatric Orthopedics, Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, 2009 Fellowship 2: Pediatric Orthopedics, Boston Children’s Hospital, 2010 Research Focus Dr. Shore’s research centers on improving outcomes for children with cerebral palsy and other complex musculoskeletal conditions. His work spans hip surveillance and reconstruction, gait abnormalities, trauma care, and the implementation of evidence-based surgical pathways. He has pioneered investigations into anesthesia protocols, infection prevention, and patient-reported outcome measures for pediatric orthopedic populations. Scientific Awards St. Giles Young Investigator Award (POSNA) Clinician Scientist Development Program Award (CSDP) Charles H. Hood Foundation Child Health Research Award Leadership & Multi-Disciplinary Teams At Boston Children’s Hospital, Dr. Shore leads a high-performance team within the Cerebral Palsy and Spasticity Center that integrates orthopedic surgery, neurology, physical therapy, and social work to deliver patient- and family-centered care. He mentors fellows and residents and actively contributes to national consensus projects using Delphi methodology to standardize surgical indications in cerebral palsy.

• Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
• Cerebral Palsy
• Hip Reconstruction
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Vanessa Nomellini, MD, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Division of Burn, Trauma, Acute and Critical Care Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She joined UT Southwestern in 2023 as the director of research for her division and leader in the Critical Care Outcomes Research Translation (CORT) group. Education: Dr. Nomellini earned her MD and PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry from Loyola University. She completed her general surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin and Surgical Critical Care fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. Research Interests: Her work focuses on immune dysfunction in critically ill patients, particularly sepsis and trauma-induced immunosuppression. She leads studies on immune recovery mechanisms and develops the ICU Recovery Program for long-term patient management. Her NIH-funded research (R35 NIGMS) investigates immune suppression through both animal models and human observational studies. Publications Trends: Her recent work emphasizes sepsis pathophysiology, coagulopathy management, and clinical improvements in critical care. Key areas include immunomodulatory therapies, biomarker utility, and optimizing ICU protocols. Scientific Awards: Recipient of NIGMS R35 grant (2019-current) Advising & Grants: Leads a multi-institutional research team and holds leadership roles in CORT. Her grants focus on translational immunology and critical care outcomes. Labs & Teams: Directs research at UT Southwestern's Critical Care Division, collaborating with Drs. Levi and Carlson in CORT initiatives.

• Critical Care Medicine
• Immunology
• Trauma Surgery
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Mehmet S. Ozcan, MD is an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology at Yale School of Medicine and Section Chief of Neuroanesthesia. He specializes in neurosurgical and critical care anesthesia, focusing on cerebrovascular diseases, intracranial tumors, and intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring. His roles include Co-Chief of the Division of Adult Multispecialty Anesthesia. Dr. Ozcan completed medical training at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine (1996), followed by residency and fellowships in anesthesiology and critical care at the University of Florida (2003–2005). He previously practiced at the University of Illinois Chicago and University of Oklahoma before joining Yale. Research interests include ethical considerations in neurocritical care, cerebrovascular management, and neuroanesthesia techniques. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, with recent work focusing on medical device transparency, entropy analysis in anesthesia, and lipid emulsion therapies. Professional activities include serving on the Society for Neuroscience in Anesthesiology and Critical Care (SNACC) Scientific Affairs Committee and editorial roles for journals like Anesthesia and Analgesia and Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesia .

• Neuroanesthesia
• Neurocritical Care
• Cerebrovascular Diseases
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Sonia Antoranz Contera is a Full Professor of Biological Physics at the University of Oxford and Associate Head of the Physics Department. Her research bridges physics, nanotechnology, and biology, focusing on the interplay of mechanics, chemistry, and electricity in biological systems. She leads projects on neural interfaces, sustainable architecture inspired by biological principles, and nanomedicine. Notable collaborations include work with Amanda Levete Architects on bioinspired materials and the EU-funded ZEBAI initiative for carbon-neutral buildings. Her book Nano Comes to Life (Princeton University Press) explores nanotechnology's impact on biology and medicine. She also engages in public discourse through columns in El Pais and academic lectures on the history of physics and ethics in science. Education: PhD in Physics (Osaka University), with postdoctoral work across global institutions. Research Interests: Biomechanics of growth, AFM of biological systems, neuromorphic computing, and sustainable materials. Funding: John Fell Fund, Moore Foundation, EU Horizon Programme (ZEBAI), UKRI (BuildAir). Her lab's recent work includes AI-driven cement microstructure synthesis, PDMS mechanical aging studies, and anaesthesia mechanisms linked to neuronal viscoelasticity. She advises on policy and innovation, advocating for ethical, equitable scientific progress.

• Biological Physics
• Nanotechnology
• Biomechanics
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Craig B. Birgfeld, M.D. , is a professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine and serves as Director of the UW Fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery. He practices at the Burn and Plastic Surgery Clinics at Harborview Medical Center, specializing in congenital craniofacial abnormalities, trauma reconstruction, and pediatric plastic surgery. Educational Background: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (Medical Education, 2000) University of Washington - Fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Residency in Plastic Surgery Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Internship in General Surgery Dr. Birgfeld's research focuses on Craniofacial Microsomia and outcomes analysis in surgical interventions for congenital skull and facial abnormalities. His clinical work emphasizes trauma reconstruction, cleft lip/palate surgery, and craniofacial plastic surgery. He actively teaches Plastic Surgery residents and Craniofacial fellows, aiming to cultivate top-tier surgeons in the field. Recent publications highlight advancements in craniosynostosis treatment, facial symmetry measurement, and outcomes in craniofacial surgical procedures. His work spans collaborations with multidisciplinary teams in neurosurgery, pediatrics, and genetic research.

• Craniofacial Surgery
• Plastic Surgery
• Pediatric Surgery
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Dr. Irma D. Fleming serves as an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Utah School of Medicine, where she maintains clinical practice at the University of Utah Hospital Burn Center in Salt Lake City. Board certified by the American Board of Surgery and its Surgical Critical Care subspecialty, she specializes in acute burn care, burn reconstruction, critical care trauma management, and necrotizing soft tissue infections. Her academic training includes: B.S. in Biology from Spelman College M.D. from Meharry Medical College General Surgery Residency at the University of Chicago Burn Surgery Fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Anesthesia Critical Care Fellowship at the University of Chicago Dr. Fleming's research integrates clinical burn care with microbiome science, focusing on how microbial communities influence wound healing, sepsis, and surgical outcomes. Her work examines nutritional interventions in burn recovery, electrical injury complications, frostbite management, and antibiotic-resistant pathogens in burn units. She investigates the intersection of trauma, critical illness, and host-microbe interactions using multi-omic approaches and clinical database analysis. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2016-2024) reveals consistent emphasis on burn care optimization through microbiome modulation, infection control in burn units, and metabolic/nutritional support. Key trends include translational studies on fecal microbiota transplants for sepsis, outbreak management of multidrug-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii, and innovative techniques like botulinum toxin application in acute burn care. Her work spans clinical trials, multi-omic tissue analysis, and hospital environmental microbiome studies. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. While no student mentorship or grant details were specified, Dr. Fleming's collaborative publications suggest active participation in multi-institutional research teams focused on surgical infections and critical care outcomes. Her clinical role involves telemedicine applications and comprehensive burn center care coordination.

• Burn Surgery
• Critical Care
• Trauma Surgery
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Dr. Meletia Laskou is an Associate Professor in Pediatric Dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she also serves as Director of the Advanced Education Program and Postdoctoral Program Director. She holds clinical privileges at Franciscan Children’s Hospital and Tufts-New England Medical Center. D.M.D., Tufts University of Dental Medicine (2001) D.D.S., Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Dental School (1992) Her research focuses on restorative materials for primary teeth, oral care habits in children requiring general anesthesia, and interprofessional collaboration with pediatricians. She has extensive teaching experience and leads community outreach initiatives like "Give Kids A Smile." Key research trends include applications of biomaterials in pediatric dentistry, oral health management for children with special needs, and systemic-dental health linkages (e.g., gastroesophageal reflux in cerebral palsy patients). Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Fellow, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry She has held leadership roles in admissions, clinical governance, and curriculum development since 1997, with a focus on equal education opportunities and infection control protocols.

• Pediatric Dentistry
• Restorative Dentistry
• Oral Health in Children with Special Needs
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