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• Health Promotion
• Mental Health
• Obesity
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Ahmed Jérôme Romain is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine - School of Kinesiology and Physical Activity Sciences at the University of Montreal. Current affiliations: CR-IUSMM (Institut universitaire en santé mentale de Montréal) Secondary contact: 514 343-6111 #3898 Office: CEPSUM Room 8209 Education: Postdoctoral Fellow (2014-2019) at CRCHUM Postdoctoral Fellow (2013-2014) at Montpellier University Hospital PhD in Human Movement Science (2010-2013) from Montpellier University Master in Adapted Physical Activity (2007-2009) from Montpellier University BSc in Adapted Physical Activity (2006-2007) from Montpellier University BSc in Physical Activity Sciences (2004-2006) from Université des Antilles et de la Guyane Research Focus: Dr. Romain specializes in physical activity interventions for severe mental illness and obesity populations , with expertise in behavioral change theory , transtheoretical model applications, and psychosocial outcomes . His work bridges kinesiology and mental health promotion , examining motivational strategies and exercise physiology in managing multimorbidity . Research Trends: Analysis of 22+ publications shows consistent focus on: Physical activity's role in schizophrenia spectrum disorders and substance use Behavioral change mechanisms via transtheoretical model Interventions for obesity-related comorbidities Psychosocial impacts of exercise in mental health Development of exergames and mobile health tools Meta-analytic approaches to clinical behavior change Scientific Awards: Vanier Scholarship Finalist (multiple years) FRQS Postdoctoral Grants (2015, 2016, 2018) CRCHUM Development Awards Outstanding Abstract at ESPEN Congress Poster Prize at French Obesity Association Editor’s Pick Paper selections Teaching & Supervision: Currently teaching courses: KIN3040A – Intervention Practice A KIN-6506 – Psychosocial Issues in Kinesiology Supervises Master's students in kinesiology and physical activity sciences.

• Asymmetric Catalysis
• Organometallic Chemistry
• Coordination Chemistry
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Dr. Jian-Fang Cui is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) in Shenzhen, China. He is also recognized as a Shenzhen Overseas High-Level Talent (Peacock Program C), highlighting his significant contributions to the field of chemistry. His academic career spans prestigious institutions including Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Education: Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2006-2011), Shanghai Institute of Organic Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, supervised by Professor Henry N. C. Wong B.S. in Applied Chemistry (2002-2006), School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Sun Yat-sen University Dr. Cui's research focuses on three main areas: asymmetric catalysis, organometallic chemistry, and functional materials. His work on the design and synthesis of functional tetraphenylenes and chiral gold(III) complexes has led to significant advances in asymmetric catalysis. He has developed novel chiral ligands and catalysts based on chiral tetrabenzocyclooctatetraene, creating new methodologies for asymmetric synthesis. His research on chiral Au(III) complexes has explored their structures, reactivity, and applications in catalysis, while his work on organic luminescent materials has produced small molecule fluorescent probes with potential applications in sensing and bioimaging. Analysis of Dr. Cui's publication record reveals a consistent focus on organic synthesis, asymmetric catalysis, and gold chemistry. His most recent work (2022-2023) shows increasing sophistication in the design of chiral catalysts and their applications in complex molecular transformations. The research spans fundamental methodology development to applications in chemical biology and materials science, demonstrating both depth and breadth in his scholarly contributions. Scientific Awards: Shenzhen Overseas High-Level Talent (Peacock Program C) First-class scholarship of Sun Yat-sen University (2005) Dupont Scholarship of Sun Yat-sen University (2005) Second-class scholarships of Sun Yat-sen University (2003, 2004) Outstanding Graduate Student Award of Sun Yat-sen University (2006) Dr. Cui has been actively involved in collaborative research projects, working with prominent scientists including Professor Man-Kin Wong at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. His research has resulted in over 20 publications in high-impact chemistry journals including Angewandte Chemie, Chemical Science, and Journal of the American Chemical Society. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his position as a Research Assistant Professor at SUSTech and recognition as a Peacock Program talent suggest successful grant acquisition to support his research program. Dr. Cui is part of the Department of Chemistry at SUSTech, which is part of the Faculty of Science. His research group focuses on developing novel synthetic methodologies with applications in asymmetric catalysis and materials science. The lab employs advanced techniques in organic synthesis, organometallic chemistry, and spectroscopic characterization to advance their research goals.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Aging Research
• Social Insects
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Dr. B.H. Kramer is a researcher at the Faculty of Science and Engineering , University of Groningen , Netherlands. His work focuses on evolutionary biology, aging research, and social insect dynamics. He is affiliated with the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences , contributing to theoretical and empirical studies on lifespan evolution and division of labor in superorganisms. Research Interests: Evolutionary biology, aging mechanisms, social insects, life history trade-offs, division of labor, non-senescence in organisms. His recent publications explore aging in eusocial organisms , resource-sharing models for division of labor , and evolutionary transitions in social insects . These works integrate theoretical biology, biochemistry, and systems chemistry to understand aging and cooperation. Key subfields include antagonistic pleiotropy , caste dynamics , and self-replicating chemical systems . Dr. Kramer collaborates extensively, co-authoring studies with researchers like J. Kreider , I. Pen , and F.J. Weissing . His lab is associated with the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences , which focuses on interdisciplinary life sciences research.

• Mutualism
• Evolutionary Biology
• Entomology
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Dr. Aniek Ivens is a Researcher at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences. Her work focuses on evolutionary ecology of mutualistic relationships, particularly examining ant-aphid interactions and microbial symbioses. She has maintained active research collaborations across international institutions including The Rockefeller University in New York and the University of Copenhagen. Her research interests center on mutualism dynamics , biological market theory , and evolutionary stability in symbiotic relationships . Ivens investigates how organisms establish cooperative systems that resist exploitation, with particular attention to agricultural analogies in insect societies. Her work reveals sophisticated resource management strategies in ant-aphid farming systems and microbial trading networks that mirror economic principles. Analysis of her publication record shows consistent focus on evolutionary optimization in mutualisms , with recurring themes of conflict resolution , partner fidelity mechanisms , and resource exchange strategies across biological systems. Her research bridges theoretical models with empirical field studies, particularly examining subterranean aphid farming by ants and microbial market dynamics. Rubicon grant recipient for international research Featured in NPO Radio 1's De Kennis van Nu discussing ant cooperation Multiple media appearances including UKrant magazine and Labyrint TV Ivens maintains active research collaborations across Dutch and international institutions, with recent work connecting theoretical evolutionary models to practical ecological observations. Her research group investigates how mutualistic systems maintain stability despite inherent conflicts of interest between partners, using both field observations and theoretical frameworks.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Evolutionary Psychology
• Face Recognition
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Gwenaël Kaminski is a Professor at the University of Toulouse - Jean Jaurès, affiliated with the Cognition, Languages, Ergonomics (CLLE) research laboratory within the Faculty of Arts, Letters, Languages, Human and Social Sciences. He holds the distinction of being a Junior Member of the University Institute of France, recognizing his scholarly contributions. His educational background includes a PhD from Université Paris-Nord - Paris XIII, where he completed his thesis titled 'Composante sociale des traits d'histoires de vie d'un ongulé forestier européen : cas du sanglier femelle' (Social component of life history traits of a European forest ungulate: case of the female wild boar) in 2005, demonstrating an interesting transition from zoological research to human cognitive psychology. Kaminski's research spans several interconnected domains of cognitive and evolutionary psychology. His primary focus areas include: Face recognition and processing, particularly examining how humans detect kinship through facial resemblance Evolutionary aspects of social cognition and mate preferences Tactile perception systems and accessibility technologies for visually impaired individuals Aesthetic responses to visual stimuli, particularly in art contexts The intersection of hormonal factors and social perception His work demonstrates a consistent trajectory from basic cognitive processes to applied research, particularly evident in his recent work on tactile pictograms for blind children. Kaminski frequently employs interdisciplinary approaches, combining methods from cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and human-computer interaction. Among his notable recognitions is his appointment as a Junior Member of the University Institute of France, highlighting his standing within the French academic community. His collaborative work on large-scale projects like the Psychological Science Accelerator demonstrates engagement with contemporary methodological reforms in psychological science. Kaminski maintains active research collaborations across multiple institutions, as evidenced by his co-authorship on international projects spanning numerous countries. His work on the cross-cultural applicability of social perception models represents one example of this global research perspective.

Geoff WhileView profile

Associate Professor

• Behavioural Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Evolutionary Origins of Family Living
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Associate Professor Geoff While is a behavioral and evolutionary ecologist at the University of Tasmania's School of Natural Sciences, Biological Sciences department. With a focus on understanding the evolutionary origins of social behavior, particularly in lizards, While has established the Egernia lizard system as a model for examining key evolutionary and ecological questions. His research has significant biological and philosophical relevance, addressing fundamental questions about why animals live together and the impacts this has on evolution, environment, and society. While's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science with first-class honors (1999-2002) and PhD (2004-2009), both from the University of Tasmania. He has held prestigious positions including a Marie Curie Fellowship at the University of Oxford and an ARC Discovery Early Career Research Fellowship. His career demonstrates a strong commitment to integrating field studies with experimental approaches to address evolutionary questions. His research spans several interconnected areas: the evolutionary origins of family living and parental care, climate change adaptation in reptiles, social behavior in lizards, kin recognition mechanisms, and maternal effects. A particularly notable finding was documenting how lizards introduced to England from warmer climates rapidly evolved mechanisms to cope with cooler temperatures, demonstrating rapid adaptation to climate change. Analysis of While's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on how environmental factors, particularly temperature, influence evolutionary processes, social behavior, and reproductive strategies in reptiles. His work increasingly integrates genomic approaches with traditional ecological and behavioral methods, reflecting a trend toward more comprehensive, multi-disciplinary research in evolutionary ecology. 2009: Royal Society of Tasmania's Doctoral Award 2009: Nominated for the Faculty 1000 in Biology 2013: Australian Institute of Policy and Science Tall Poppy award While actively supervises numerous doctoral students and has received substantial research funding from organizations including the Australian Research Council, Holsworth Wildlife Research Endowment, and The Hermon Slade Foundation. His current projects focus on climate impacts on sky island reptiles, telomere dynamics in ectotherms, and the evolutionary significance of maternal thermal effects. He also collaborates extensively with researchers from Oxford, Lund, and other international institutions, reflecting the global significance of his work in evolutionary biology.

Kristen HawkesView profile

Professor

• Human Evolution
• Anthropology
• Behavioral Ecology
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Dr. Kristen Hawkes is a distinguished Professor of Anthropology at the University of Utah, affiliated with the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. She is renowned for her groundbreaking work on human evolution, particularly through field studies of hunter-gatherer societies like the Paraguayan Ache and Tanzanian Hazda. Education: B.S. in Sociology and Anthropology (Iowa State University), M.A. and Ph.D. in Anthropology (University of Washington) Research Focus: Hawkes' research centers on human life history evolution , with emphasis on grandmothering , male mating strategies , and longevity . Her Grandmother Theory explains how postmenopausal women enhance offspring survival through caregiving, driving natural selection for extended lifespans. She explores pair bonds , sex ratio dynamics , and cognitive evolution in ancestral contexts. Publication Trends: Recent work examines fire exploitation in hominin evolution , telomere dynamics , and comparative aging between humans and chimpanzees. Her studies span evolutionary biology , primatology , and ethnoarchaeology , with recurring themes in hunting hypothesis critiques and reproductive senescence . Awards and Recognition: Recipient of the Rosenblatt Prize (2002), elected to the National Academy of Sciences (2002), and served on the Leakey Foundation's executive committee. Her contributions have significantly advanced understanding of human evolutionary ecology.

David ShukerView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Evolutionary Biology
• Behavioral Ecology
• Entomology
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Dr. David Shuker is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Biology at the University of St Andrews, where he is affiliated with the Centre for Biological Diversity and the Institute of Behavioural and Neural Sciences. His research focuses on the evolution and ecology of insect reproductive behavior, examining how natural and sexual selection shape reproductive decisions in insects using diverse methodologies including behavioral experiments, fieldwork, and molecular genetics. Dr. Shuker's research interests center on evolutionary processes in insect reproductive systems, with particular expertise in sex allocation, mating behaviors, and the genetic basis of reproductive decisions. His work employs parasitic wasps, lygaeid seed bugs, and mealybugs as model organisms to investigate fundamental questions about natural and sexual selection. The research has significant implications for understanding evolutionary constraints on reproductive strategies and the maintenance of genetic diversity in natural populations. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to evolutionary biology, with recent work exploring mating system evolution, facultative parthenogenesis, sibling cannibalism, and the biological basis of mate choice. These studies reveal how complex interactions between genetic and environmental factors shape reproductive behaviors across different insect taxa. Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society (2008) Dr. Shuker has supervised multiple graduate students including Madingley Moravia Abbs and Eleanor Gourevitch, securing research funding from major organizations including NERC and BBSRC for projects on sex allocation and evolutionary theory. His professional activities include editorial service for Ecology and Evolution journal since 2011, invited presentations at international conferences including the XXIV International Congress of Entomology, and membership in the Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour from 2013-2018. His laboratory integrates behavioral observations with molecular approaches to understand the genetic architecture of reproductive behaviors, contributing both theoretical insights and practical applications to the field of evolutionary ecology. Dr. Shuker also engages with public science education, having advised the University of St Andrews Museums on a butterfly exhibit in 2020.

• Ecotoxicology
• Social Insects
• Genetics
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Sarah Orr is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department at the University of Tampa, specializing in insect ecotoxicology with a focus on environmental stressors' impacts on social insect pollinators including bees and wasps. She employs molecular, physiological, and behavioral approaches to study gene-environment interactions across biological scales from gene expression to colony performance. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Toxicology from North Carolina State University (2022), dissertation: Physiological Mechanisms of Major Ion Toxicity in Aquatic Insects M.S. in Biomedical Sciences from Mercer University (2018), thesis: Potential Mechanisms of Inorganic Mercury Intoxication in Rat Kidney Cells B.S. in Biology from University of North Georgia (2016) Dr. Orr's research centers on understanding how pesticides and heat disrupt pollinator development, behavior, and reproduction. Current projects investigate sulfoxaflor's effects on bumblebee reproduction, caste-specific gene expression in wasps, and morphological plasticity under stress. Her work bridges ecotoxicology, genetics, and conservation biology to address pollinator decline in agricultural landscapes. Analysis of her 23+ publications reveals consistent focus on pesticide impacts (particularly sulfoxaflor), social insect genomics, and physiological adaptations to environmental stressors. Key themes include caste differentiation mechanisms, reproductive toxicity, and evolutionary signatures of sociality in Hymenoptera, published in journals like Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry and Heredity . Her scientific recognition includes: Georgia Institute of Technology College of Sciences Outstanding Junior Research Faculty Award (2025) USDA NIFA Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023-2025) University of North Georgia “20 Under 40” Award (2023) Dr. Orr actively mentors 11+ students across institutions including Georgia Tech and Agnes Scott College, with current projects funded by a USDA NIFA Fellowship on pesticide-induced developmental disruption. She serves as a journal peer reviewer and conducts community outreach through K-12 programming and events like the Atlanta Science Festival. She leads a research laboratory at the University of Tampa investigating pollinator health through molecular, physiological, and behavioral assays, collaborating with teams at Georgia Tech and other institutions on projects spanning from gene expression to colony-level performance metrics.

Keith A. BervenView profile

Associate Professor

• Amphibian Ecology
• Population Dynamics
• Larval Ecology
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Keith A. Berven is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Oakland University. He has maintained a long-term research program focused on amphibian ecology, particularly wood frogs, with continuous monitoring of a single population for over 35 years. His office is located in Dodge Hall Room 375, and his laboratory facilities are in Rooms 302 and 351 DH at Oakland University's Rochester, Michigan campus. Dr. Berven's research interests center on amphibian population dynamics, larval ecology, and metamorphic development. He has dedicated decades to studying wood frogs, examining environmental influences, density-dependent factors, and parasite interactions that affect population fluctuations. His work spans ecological stoichiometry, kin recognition, and competitive interactions among amphibians. Dr. Berven's research program demonstrates remarkable continuity, with some studies building on data collected over multiple decades. His publication record shows consistent contributions to amphibian ecology spanning from the late 1970s to the present. The research trends reveal an evolution from foundational work on genetic adaptation and mate choice to contemporary investigations of ecological stoichiometry, parasite dynamics, and the effects of environmental factors on amphibian development. His work frequently appears in high-impact ecology journals including Ecology, Oecologia, and Journal of Animal Ecology. Dr. Berven actively mentors students, currently supervising four undergraduate researchers and one graduate student on projects related to amphibian ecology. His teaching portfolio includes BIO 1300 (Biology II), BIO 3312 (Field Botany), BIO 3320 (Vertebrate Zoology), BIO 3332 (Field Biology), and BIO 4970 (Scientific Inquiry and Communication), demonstrating his commitment to both foundational biological education and advanced research training.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Microbial Evolution
• Multicellularity
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Roberta May Fisher is an Academic Research Staff member at the Natural History Museum of Denmark within the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. Her research centers on evolutionary transitions to multicellularity, using microbial model systems to investigate fundamental biological principles. Her core research interests include Evolutionary Biology , Microbial Evolution , and Multicellularity , with specific focus on Saccharomyces cerevisiae as an experimental model. She examines how group formation, division of labor, and environmental constraints drive the evolution of complex multicellular traits, integrating theoretical frameworks with empirical approaches to understand cooperation and relatedness in biological systems. Analysis of her 2017-2022 publications reveals consistent investigation into evolutionary mechanisms governing multicellular complexity. Her work demonstrates interdisciplinary integration of experimental evolution, theoretical biology, and microbial genetics, with recurring emphasis on clonal systems and fitness trade-offs. Key methodological approaches include controlled laboratory evolution experiments and mathematical modeling of social dynamics in yeast populations. Dr. Fisher's research appears in high-impact venues including Proceedings of the Royal Society B and Proceedings of the Biological Sciences , with publications accumulating significant citations (e.g., 27 Scopus citations for her 2020 paper) and substantial Mendeley readership, indicating active engagement within the evolutionary biology community.

Shawn CraikView profile

Associate Professor

• Ornithology
• Behavioral Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
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Shawn Craik serves as an Associate Professor of Biology in the Department of Science within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Sainte Anne University. His research focuses on evolutionary and ecological mechanisms driving avian breeding strategies, with specialization in aquatic bird species including waterfowl and terns across Nova Scotia habitats. His academic credentials include: PhD in Wildlife Biology, McGill University, Montreal B.Sc. in Biology, Bishop's University, Sherbrooke Dr. Craik's research program integrates field behavioral observations with population genetic analyses to investigate brood parasitism, parental care systems, and resource selection dynamics. Current projects examine kin selection's role in brood parasitism evolution and interspecific resource partitioning among sympatric tern colonies nesting on coastal islands in southwestern Nova Scotia. His work bridges theoretical evolutionary biology with conservation applications for vulnerable seabird populations. He actively mentors graduate students in field research methodologies while maintaining active collaborations through the Louis-R.-Comeau Marine Research Centre. Ongoing projects indicate consistent research funding supporting long-term ecological monitoring initiatives in Atlantic Canadian ecosystems.

• Food Microbiology
• Gut Health
• Fermentation Science
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Veronica Marie Sinotte holds dual academic positions as a Postdoc at the Globe Institute's Section for Hologenomics and Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Science at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Food Microbiology, Gut Health, and Fermentation. Her interdisciplinary research integrates natural history, hologenomics, and ethnographic knowledge to investigate microbial ecology in fermented foods and insect symbioses. Her research program centers on three pillars: Elucidating origins and ecologies of microbes in fermented foods Studying microbial symbioses of animals/plants in fermentation practices Using immersive storytelling to translate scientific knowledge to the public Current projects extend her PhD work on evolutionary relationships between microbes and social insect hosts (ants, termites, bees) to explore traditional fermentation practices involving insects or plants. Analysis of her 9 recent publications (2020-2025) reveals a research trajectory evolving from foundational studies on termite gut microbiomes and social insect symbiosis toward applied food microbiology. Key themes include microbial transmission mechanisms, host-microbe coevolution, and microbiome responses to environmental stressors, with increasing focus on fermented food systems and public science communication through initiatives like the Microbial Connections Podcast. Her collaborative network includes prominent researchers such as Rob Dunn (North Carolina State University), Sandra Breum Andersen (University of Copenhagen), and international partners across Germany and Denmark. Current projects involve the Center for Evolutionary Hologenomics and Novo Nordisk Center for Biosustainability.

Mary B. Eberly LewisView profile

Associate Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Adolescent Development
• Moral Development
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Mary B. Eberly Lewis serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Oakland University, where she teaches developmental psychology courses and conducts empirical research on adolescent social development. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in youth mental health and parenting dynamics. Her academic credentials include: B.S. in Psychology from Michigan State University (1988) M.S. in Psychology from The Ohio State University (1991) Ph.D. in Psychology from The Ohio State University (1995) Dr. Lewis's research program centers on adolescent prosocial behavior and moral development, with particular focus on how helicopter parenting influences emerging adult outcomes. She investigates the interpersonal mechanisms linking parenting styles to adolescent narcissism and academic confidence, while also developing interventions to improve college student mental health advocacy through social norms approaches. Her work consistently examines relational contexts of adolescent development. Her publication record demonstrates sustained contributions to developmental science, with recent work spanning anxious overparenting, adolescent prosocial tendencies, and mother-adolescent disclosure processes. She publishes in high-impact journals like Social Development and contributes to authoritative handbooks including the Oxford Handbook of Evolutionary Psychology and Parenting. Her scholarship reveals strong methodological rigor in mediation modeling and longitudinal design. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source material. Dr. Lewis teaches undergraduate courses including Child Development (PSY 3210), Youth and Adolescence (PSY 3220), and History of Psychology (PSY 4989), along with graduate seminars in Social Development (PSY 5206). While her collaborative publications suggest active student mentorship, specific advising details and grant funding information were not explicitly provided in the source material.