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Fletcher PaulView profile

Professor

• Neurobiological mechanisms of psychosis
• Computational psychiatry
• Appetite control and disordered eating
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Professor Paul Fletcher holds the Bernard Wolfe Professorship of Health Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge and serves as Clinical Director of the Cambridge Neuroscience Interdisciplinary Research Centre. He is also a Wellcome Trust Investigator and Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist with NHS trusts. His research bridges clinical psychiatry and neuroscience, focusing on brain mechanisms underlying psychosis, appetite disorders, and decision-making. Graduating in medicine (1998), he has pioneered theories linking prediction-error signals to psychotic symptoms, published in Nature Reviews Neuroscience , and contributed to influential computational psychiatry frameworks. Education: Medical degree from University College London (1998), specialization in psychiatry. Research interests emphasize neurobiological mechanisms of psychosis, computational modeling in psychiatry, and the neural basis of eating disorders. His work on the game Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice earned a BAFTA award for its portrayal of mental illness. Awards include the James Bull Medal (2017) and Fellowship in the Academy of Medical Sciences (2012). Publications span translational neuroscience, with over 240 papers cited ~50k times. His lab integrates neuroimaging, pharmacology, and computational methods to study brain processes in health and disease, particularly schizophrenia, anorexia nervosa, and stress-related disorders.

Francisco Javier Sanchez VazquezView profile

Professor

• Circadian Rhythms
• Fish Physiology
• Aquaculture
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Francisco Javier Sánchez Vázquez is a Professor at the Department of Physiology, Faculty of Biology, University of Murcia. He holds a PhD in Physiology from the University of Murcia (1996), supervised by Dr. Salvador Zamora Navarro. His research focuses on circadian rhythms, feeding behavior, and environmental synchronization in fish, with particular emphasis on teleost species like Nile tilapia, European sea bass, and zebrafish. His work integrates physiology, molecular biology, and aquaculture to understand how light, feeding schedules, and temperature influence fish metabolism, stress responses, and reproductive systems. Key research interests include: Circadian clock gene expression Feeding rhythm synchronization Thermal preference and thermoregulation Environmental stress physiology Aquaculture feed optimization His recent studies highlight time-of-day effects on stress responses, the impact of light wavelengths on larval development, and the role of daily thermocycles in fish growth. He collaborates internationally on projects involving fish welfare, nutritional self-selection, and chronobiological applications in aquaculture. His extensive publication record (1990s–present) covers over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with a focus on rhythmic physiology, reproduction, and environmental adaptation in fish species critical to aquaculture industries.

• Clinical Genetics
• Epigenetics
• Cardiovascular Disease
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Aparna Duggirala is a Lecturer in Clinical Genetics at the College of Science and Engineering. Her research focuses on epigenetic mechanisms, cardiovascular disease pathways, and molecular biology of non-coding RNAs. She has contributed to studies on DNA methylation patterns, microRNA regulation in pregnancy, and drug mechanisms like Liraglutide’s cardiovascular effects. Her work bridges clinical genetics with translational research, particularly in understanding genetic-environment interactions. Key areas include epigenetic variations in South Asian populations, inflammatory signaling modulation, and vascular smooth muscle cell biology. Recent publications (2025) highlight systematic reviews on physical activity’s molecular effects and predictive biomarkers for fetal growth restriction. She co-leads the ARIES data resource for integrated epigenomic studies. Her 15+ articles span 2007–2025, addressing topics from bacterial genomics to advanced metabolomic profiling. Research trends emphasize multi-omics approaches and clinical implications of epigenetic changes. No awards are explicitly listed in the provided texts, though her contributions to epigenetic databases suggest potential recognition in bioinformatics. While no student advisees are documented here, her involvement in collaborative studies indicates active participation in research teams focused on cardiovascular and epigenetic research.

• Breast Imaging
• Tomosynthesis
• Cancer Screening
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Daniela Bernardi is Associate Professor of Radiology at Humanitas University and President of the BSc in Medical Radiology Techniques program. She serves as Chief of the Clinical and Screening Breast Imaging Unit at IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, with extensive experience in breast cancer screening programs including leadership of the Trento Provincial Breast Screening Program (2008-2018). Education includes: MD from University of Verona (1995) Specialization in Radiology from University of Verona (1999) Research focuses on advanced breast imaging techniques, particularly digital mammography integration with tomosynthesis for population screening. Her landmark STORM studies demonstrated significant improvements in breast cancer detection rates. Honors include: First prize for best Italian breast imaging paper (2013, 2019) Professional leadership roles: Vice-president of Italian College of Breast Radiologists (2017-2018) Board member of Italian Society of Medical Radiology (2021-present) Teaching includes radiology education programs at multiple academic levels and thesis supervision.

• Tumor Immunology
• Tumor Stem Cells
• Cancer Metabolism
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Ethan Chen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Texas Tech University (TTU), where he has been since 2022. He previously held positions at Delta State University (2020–2022) and the University of California Riverside (2011–2020 as Postdoc and Project Scientist). He earned his Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from UC Riverside (2011), an M.S. in Biotechnology from National Cheng Kung University (2004), and a B.S. in Life Science from Tzu-Chi University (2002). His research focuses on tumor immunity, tumor stem cells, and cancer metabolism. Key areas include understanding how tumor stem cells evade immune surveillance, identifying therapeutic targets through omics data, and exploring sex differences in immune responses. His lab develops therapies targeting tumor stem cells and investigates the interplay between hormones, metabolism, and cancer progression. Ethan teaches advanced courses in cancer biology and immunology at TTU, including BIOL 4307 Cancer Biology and BIOL 5306 Advanced Cancer Biology. He has secured multiple grants, including a 2024 NCI R03 award and NIGMS R16 support. His lab website is https://ethankchen.wixsite.com/chenlab . Notable contributions include studies on prolactin’s role in tumor suppression, miRNA-mediated oncogenesis, and the metabolic reprogramming of tumor cells. His work bridges basic research and translational medicine, aiming to improve cancer therapies and patient outcomes.

Pei-San TsaiView profile

Professor

• Reproductive endocrinology
• Neuroendocrine development
• Hormone evolution
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Pei-San Tsai is a Professor in the Department of Integrative Physiology at the University of Colorado Boulder. She directs research in reproductive endocrinology examining neuroendocrine development, hormone evolution, and steroid regulation in vertebrates and invertebrates. Her laboratory investigates the development of neuroendocrine neurons critical for reproduction, functional evolution of reproductive neurohormones, and mechanisms of sex steroid regulation in hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal systems. Research spans diverse models from mice to gastropods and crustaceans. Recent publications focus on hormone receptor authentication in gastropods, genetic regulation of GnRH neurons, and hormonal control of vitellogenesis in shrimp. Honors include the Endocrine Society Research Award, NSF CAREER Award, and Provost's Faculty Achievement Award.

Serge CampeauView profile

Professor

• Neurobiology of Learning and Memory
• Stress Neuroendocrinology
• Psychiatric Disorders
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Serge Campeau is a Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado. His research focuses on understanding the neurobiological mechanisms underlying stress perception, with emphasis on how repeated stress impacts physical and psychological health. Key areas include the neuroanatomical bases of stress responsiveness, stress's role in psychiatric disorders, and the role of endocannabinoid signaling in stress adaptation. Education: PhD from Yale University (1993). His lab investigates stress-induced neural plasticity and uses rat models to study hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis regulation. Recent work examines transcriptomic changes in stress-response regions, the effects of exercise on stress habituation, and caffeine's developmental impacts on anxiety. Research highlights include identifying the rostral posterior hypothalamic nucleus's role in stress signal integration and discovering that voluntary exercise mitigates stress-induced HPA axis overactivation. His laboratory also explores cannabinoid receptor modulation of stress responses and the neurochemical basis of fear-potentiated startle reflexes. Publications emphasize methodological advancements in stress modeling (e.g., audiogenic stress protocols) and translational insights into stress-related disorders. Current projects investigate the interplay between environmental factors (e.g., exercise, caffeine) and neuroendocrine stress pathways.

Lisa HiuraView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neurobiology of Social Behavior
• Developmental Psychology
• Animal Social Behavior
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Lisa Hiura is an Assistant Professor in Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado. Her research focuses on understanding how social behavior and bonds develop across the lifespan in animals, particularly prairie voles. She investigates neural, endocrine, and genetic mechanisms underlying social interactions, parental care, and pair bonding. Education: PhD in Neuroscience from Cornell University (2020). Research interests include neurobiological regulation of social behavior, developmental transitions in social needs, and the role of nonapeptide systems in shaping social bonds. Her work spans multiple biological levels from neuron activity to multi-animal social networks. Recent studies explore sex differences in partner preference development, paternal caregiving influences, and the impact of early social experiences on neuropeptide receptor profiles. She also addresses issues of racial equity in academic environments through institutional reform advocacy. Labs/Teams: Director of the Hiura Lab, which uses interdisciplinary approaches to study social behavior plasticity in animal models.

• Neuropeptide Research
• Energy Balance Regulation
• Obesity
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Dr. William F. Colmers is a Professor and AHFMR Medical Scientist at the University of Alberta. His research focuses on neuropeptide signaling in the brain, particularly Neuropeptide Y (NPY), and its roles in energy balance, obesity, cachexia, and anxiety. He leads a laboratory funded by CIHR and NIH, exploring mechanisms linking NPY to stress resilience and hypothalamic regulation. His work spans neuroendocrinology, synaptic physiology, and genetic models of metabolic disorders. Education: B.A. Earth & Planetary Sciences, Johns Hopkins University (1974) M.A. Earth & Planetary Sciences and Biophysics, Johns Hopkins University (1975) Dr. rer. nat. Zoology, University of Regensburg, Germany (1980) Research Interests: Action of NPY in hypothalamic nuclei and amygdala Neurobiological mechanisms of obesity and cachexia Stress resilience and anxiety modulation via NPY receptors Neuronal projections regulating energy expenditure Lab & Funding: The Colmers lab is located in the Medical Sciences Building (Office 9-36) and uses advanced electrophysiological and neuroanatomical techniques. Current funding includes grants from Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH). Key Themes in Publications: His work reveals NPY’s dual roles in promoting food intake and modulating stress responses, with recent emphasis on stress resilience through amygdala circuitry and hypothalamic metabolic control. Studies also address the neurobiological underpinnings of chronic disease-related weight loss (cachexia) and genetic obesity models.

• Neuroscience
• Metabolism
• Diabetes Research
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Sophie Steculorum is a researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research in Cologne, Germany. Her work focuses on neuroendocrine mechanisms regulating energy balance, particularly the role of hypothalamic circuits in obesity and metabolic disorders. She is renowned for discovering how the signaling molecule UDP modulates appetite via AgRP neurons in the brain. Her research bridges molecular biology, neuroscience, and clinical implications for metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes. Key contributions include elucidating the dynamic interplay between uridine/UDP signaling pathways and feeding behavior. Collaborations with Prof. Jens Brüning have advanced understanding of how metabolic dysregulation in obesity alters neuronal circuits. Her studies extend to olfactory systems, reproductive behavior, and mitochondrial dysfunction in neurodegenerative contexts, highlighting interdisciplinary approaches to metabolic research. Her recent work explores sensory regulation of feeding, candidate drugs for obesity, and mechanisms underlying motor function preservation in neurodegeneration. This research underscores the complexity of energy homeostasis, emphasizing both central nervous system and peripheral organ interactions. Future research directions include translational studies on uridine-based therapies and neural circuits governing appetite. Her findings contribute to developing innovative strategies for combating metabolic disorders through targeted neuronal and systemic interventions.

Stephen GlasgowView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neuroscience
• Synaptic Plasticity
• Memory Consolidation
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Dr. Stephen Glasgow is an Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences at Brock University's Faculty of Mathematics and Science, where he leads a research laboratory focused on synaptic plasticity and memory consolidation. He holds a PhD in Psychology from Concordia University (2011), an MA from the same institution (2006), and a BA from the University of Calgary (2003). His professional experience includes postdoctoral work at the Montreal Neurological Institute (McGill University) and research scientist roles in neurotherapeutics. Research interests center on molecular mechanisms of memory, including guidance cue functions in synaptic plasticity, neuromodulation of neural circuits, spatial memory formation, and REM sleep's role in memory consolidation. His laboratory employs techniques spanning optogenetics, in vivo electrophysiology, live-cell imaging, and behavioral analysis to investigate hippocampal function and neural circuit dynamics. The Glasgow Lab maintains active research on three interconnected themes: 1) Roles of guidance cues (netrin-1/DCC) in adult synaptic plasticity, 2) Neuromodulation of excitatory synapses, and 3) Spatial memory consolidation mechanisms. Recent publications demonstrate acetylcholine-netrin synergy in entorhinal persistent firing and DCC-dependent hippocampal memory processes. Canadian Institute for Health Research Fellowship (2014-2016) FRQS Postdoctoral Award (2014-2015, 2012-2014) CPA Outstanding Doctoral Thesis Award (2011) NSERC Postgraduate Scholarship (2008-2010) FQRNT Doctoral Award (2008) CPA Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award (2007) NSERC-USRA (2003) Dr. Glasgow currently advises MSc students Emily Kacur and Harshit Thakare, with recent alumni including Zoe Gagnon (MSc). The lab supports undergraduate researchers through honors projects and NSERC USRA opportunities. Grant support includes funding from CIHR, FRQS, and NSERC. The Glasgow Laboratory is located in the Mackenzie Chown Complex at Brock University, equipped for electrophysiology, cellular imaging, and behavioral analysis. Collaborative networks extend to McGill University, Montreal Neurological Institute, and international partners.

William E. CullinanView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Stress Neurobiology
• Neuroendocrinology
• Functional Neuroanatomy
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Dr. William E. Cullinan is an Adjunct Professor of Neurosurgery and currently serves as Dean of the College of Health Sciences at Marquette University. He also directs the Integrative Neuroscience Research Center (INRC), fostering interdisciplinary neuroscience research and education. Cullinan earned his B.S. in Physical Therapy from Marquette University (1981) and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of Virginia (1991). His postdoctoral work at the University of Michigan’s Mental Health Research Institute (1991–1995) preceded his faculty appointment at Marquette in 1995. His research focuses on stress neurobiology, particularly how stimulatory/inhibitory brain circuits regulate neuroendocrine responses to stress and their dysfunctions in neuropsychiatric disorders. Funded by NIH and NARSAD, his lab explores hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis regulation, glutamate/GABA signaling, and stress-related neural circuits. He teaches anatomy, neuroanatomy, and neuroscience to medical/dental students and residents. Received the John P. Raynor, S.J. Teaching Excellence Award (2002) and the John P. Raynor Professorship (2006). Established the INRC in 2001 to promote collaborative neuroscience research and education at Marquette. Developed a nationally recognized neuroanatomical dissection course for medical professionals. His publications emphasize anatomical and functional studies of stress-responsive brain regions, including the hypothalamus, amygdala, and prefrontal cortex, linking circuit dysfunction to mental health disorders. Over 30 faculty members collaborate within the INRC, advancing translational neuroscience research and training programs.

Kay TyeView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Systems Neuroscience
• Neural Circuits
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Kay Tye, PhD is a Professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in the Systems Neurobiology Laboratory. She holds the Wylie Vale Chair and is a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator. Her research focuses on understanding the neural circuits underlying emotion, motivation, and social behavior. Tye employs advanced techniques like optogenetics to dissect circuits in the amygdala and limbic system, linking them to behaviors like fear, reward-seeking, and social interaction. Her work has revealed how distinct neural pathways govern positive and negative valence, informing treatments for anxiety, addiction, and mood disorders. Education: Bachelor of Science in Brain and Cognitive Sciences, MIT PhD in Neuroscience, University of California, San Francisco Research Interests: Tye’s lab explores social homeostasis, the neural basis of stress responses, and how social isolation impacts behavior and addiction. Her work bridges molecular, circuit, and behavioral levels, using multidisciplinary approaches to map how circuits encode valence and drive adaptive behavior. Recent studies include identifying how social exclusion amplifies pain perception and uncovering cortical circuits governing social competition. Awards & Honors: Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator (2021) Blavatnik National Award for Young Scientists (2021) NIH Director’s Pioneer Award (2017) Technology Review’s 'Top 35 Innovators Under 35' (2014) Grants & Advising: Tye leads a lab with a focus on mentorship, emphasizing collaborative environments and trainee development. Her lab has pioneered technologies like AlphaTracker for behavioral analysis and developed novel optogenetic methods to study neural circuits. Labs & Teams: Her lab at Salk integrates physiology, genetics, and imaging to study social behavior and emotional processing. Collaborations span addiction neuroscience, stress biology, and translational approaches to mental health.

Hershel RaffView profile

Professor

• Physiology
• Endocrinology
• Clinical Chemistry
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Hershel Raff, PhD, FAAAS, FAPS, is a Professor in the Department of Medicine, Physiology, and Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) School of Medicine. He also holds an adjunct professorship in Biomedical Sciences at Marquette University. His academic roles include secondary appointments in Physiology and Surgery at MCW and the MCW School of Pharmacy. Dr. Raff earned a BA in Music from Union College and a PhD in Environmental Physiology from Johns Hopkins University, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship in Endocrinology at UCSF. His research focuses on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, neonatal stress effects, obesity-pain interactions in adolescents, and diagnostic endocrine tests like salivary cortisol assays. He has authored two textbooks: Vander’s Human Physiology and Medical Physiology: A Systems Approach . Dr. Raff’s awards include FAAAS and FAPS fellowships, and recognition as an inaugural MCW Society of Teaching Scholars member (1991) and Alpha Omega Alpha inductee by MCW’s Class of 2005. He leads editorial roles for Endocrinology and the Journal of the Endocrine Society . His educational contributions span medical, pharmacy, and graduate student instruction, including directing endocrinology courses and physiological systems training. His lab investigates neonatal stress, HPA axis dysfunction in opioid relapse, and cortisol biomarkers in conditions like Cushing’s syndrome and traumatic brain injury.

Imelda McGonnellView profile

Researcher

• Comparative Medicine
• Developmental Biology
• Oncology
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Imelda McGonnell is a Reader in Comparative Medicine at the Royal Veterinary College's Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences. Her research bridges human and animal disease models, focusing on developmental disorders and cancer through zebrafish and canine mammary tumor studies. Key Research Areas: Microbiome-neuronal development interactions Mechanisms of canine mammary tumourigenesis Signaling pathways in Tasmanian Devil Facial Tumour Disease Collaborations: University of Tasmania Southampton University She employs germ-free zebrafish models, traditional disease models, and in vitro techniques to investigate molecular disease mechanisms. Her work also explores mechanosensitivity in embryonic limb development and comparative models of Chiari-like malformation.