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Maria Pilar Coy FusterView profile

Professor

• Reproductive Physiology
• In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
• Oviductal Mechanisms
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Maria Pilar Coy Fuster is a Full Professor at the University of Murcia , affiliated with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Department of Physiology . Her research focuses on reproductive physiology, in vitro fertilization (IVF), oviductal mechanisms, epigenetics, and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in mammals, particularly pigs and cattle. Education : Degree in Veterinary Medicine, University of Murcia (1987) PhD in Veterinary Medicine, University of Murcia (1991) Diplomate in Animal Reproduction, European College of Animal Reproduction (2001) Research Interests encompass understanding oviductal glycoproteins like OVGP1 that regulate polyspermy, genomic and proteomic analysis of reproductive fluids, epigenetic impacts of ART, and developing biobanks for reproductive biofluids. She co-discovered a conserved oviductal mechanism in ungulates (absent in humans) that enhances IVF efficiency, leading to a PNAS publication and a patent. Scientific Awards include: Mention of Quality by the Spanish Ministry of Education Mention of Excellence by the Spanish Ministry of Education She has secured substantial funding, including a €3.8 million European Horizon 2020 grant for the Rep-Biotech Marie Sklodowska-Curie program, producing 15 international PhDs. Currently, she leads the AFRODITA network. Teaching Contributions include designing the internationally recognized Master and PhD programs in Reproductive Biology and Technology at the University of Murcia. She plays a leadership role as an Associate Editor for journals like Molecular Reproduction and Development and Molecular Human Reproduction .

• Respiratory Epidemiology
• Air Pollution Health Effects
• Environmental Epidemiology
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Ane Johannessen serves as Professor at the Department of Global Health and Community Medicine, University of Bergen, and Researcher at the Occupational Medicine Department, Helse Bergen HF - Haukeland University Hospital. Her dual institutional roles bridge academic research with clinical practice in respiratory and environmental health. Her research focuses on environmental determinants of respiratory disease, specializing in air pollution impacts on asthma development, spirometry patterns in obstructive lung diseases, and social inequalities in mortality. She employs longitudinal population studies and advanced epidemiological methods to investigate how greenness exposure modifies pollution effects and how occupational class influences cardiovascular outcomes over decades. Recent publications reveal a cohesive research trajectory emphasizing environmental epidemiology, with 2025 studies on parental pollution exposure and offspring asthma alongside respiratory hospitalizations. Her 2024 work establishes clinical frameworks for pre-COPD identification and examines persistent socioeconomic mortality gradients, demonstrating methodological rigor in large-scale Nordic cohorts. Professor Johannessen actively leads the Bergen Lung Health Study and contributes to the Life-GAP project analyzing air pollution impacts. She participates in the IP-future initiative developing interprofessional healthcare education frameworks, reflecting her commitment to translating research into clinical practice and policy through multi-institutional collaborations across Norway.

• Cardiovascular Epidemiology
• Public Health
• Atrial Fibrillation
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Imre Janszky is a Professor at the Department of Community Medicine and Nursing, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on cardiovascular epidemiology, public health, and the interplay between mental health and cardiac outcomes. He leads studies on atrial fibrillation risk factors, including lifestyle, environmental stressors, and life events such as bereavement. Key contributions include analyses of the HUNT study cohort, examining associations between invasive medical procedures and cardiovascular events. His work emphasizes methodological rigor in causal inference and global health trends. Recent articles explore the impact of prenatal stress on heart failure, insomnia on atrial fibrillation, and the role of reproductive lifespan in cardiovascular risks. He collaborates internationally on projects addressing obesity and underweight trends, as well as pandemic-related health outcomes like the link between tonsillectomy and COVID-19 risk. His research bridges epidemiology with clinical practice, informing policies on chronic disease prevention and healthcare system preparedness. Dr. Janszky has advised numerous population-based studies and contributes to global health initiatives through collaborative networks. His lab focuses on longitudinal health tracking, with particular attention to developmental origins of disease and intergenerational health effects.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuroimaging
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Susan Y. Bookheimer, PhD, is Professor-in-residence in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles. From 2008 to 2024 she held the endowed Joaquin M. Fuster Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience and currently directs or co-directs several large-scale NIH consortia including the UCLA site of the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study, the Lifespan Human Connectome Project in Aging, and newly funded initiatives on resilience to Alzheimer’s disease in centenarians. Education & Training Details of formal degrees are not provided in the source text; however, her continuous NIH funding since 1995 and leadership roles imply advanced research training in clinical neuroscience and neuroimaging. Research Focus Dr. Bookheimer’s work integrates multimodal neuroimaging (fMRI, sMRI, DTI, PET, EEG) with genetics, cognitive testing, and clinical phenotyping to understand: Typical and atypical brain development across the lifespan Neurobiological underpinnings of autism spectrum disorder and sensory phenotypes Early detection and prediction of Alzheimer’s disease and age-related cognitive decline Neuroplasticity and cognitive outcomes following epilepsy surgery Effects of environmental adversity, stress, and social support on brain networks Scientific Awards & Honors Joaquin M. Fuster Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience, UCLA (2008–2024) Principal or Co-Principal Investigator on >15 active NIH grants totaling >$100 M Over 230 peer-reviewed publications with >25,000 citations (Google Scholar metrics) Grants & Consortia Leadership Dr. Bookheimer currently leads or co-leads the following major NIH projects: U19AG073585 – Vulnerability and Resiliency in the Aging Adult Brain Connectome (AABC) U19AG073172 – Resilience/Resistance to Alzheimer’s Disease in Centenarians and Offspring (RADCO) R01AG073480 – Modulation of Hippocampal Circuitry with Focused Ultrasound in Amnestic MCI P50HD103557 – UCLA Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center U01DA050987 – ABCD-USA Consortium Research Project Site at UCLA U01AG052564 – Mapping the Human Connectome During Typical Aging U01MH109589 – Mapping the Human Connectome During Typical Development In addition, she has served as PI on prior awards including P50HD055784 (Autism Center), R01AG013308 (Alzheimer’s Risk), and P30HD004612 (IDDRC). Laboratories & Teams Dr. Bookheimer directs the UCLA Brain Mapping Center (part of the Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center) and co-directs imaging cores for both the UCLA IDDRC and the ABCD Study. Her multidisciplinary teams include post-doctoral fellows, graduate students, research staff, and collaborators across neurology, radiology, psychology, and genetics departments.

David EvansView profile

Professor

• Genetic Epidemiology
• Statistical Genetics
• Mendelian Randomization
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Professor David Evans is a Group Leader and Director of the Centre for Population and Disease Genomics at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience, University of Queensland. His research focuses on dissecting genetic and environmental influences on complex traits like osteoporosis, sepsis, and handedness using advanced statistical genetics methods. He leads international consortia such as EGG and GEFOS, and collaborates with global cohorts including the UK Biobank and Norwegian MOBA/HUNT studies. Key projects include large-scale GWAS analyses and Mendelian randomization studies to investigate causal relationships in genetic epidemiology. Evans’ group develops statistical tools like DINGO software for genetic analysis and LDHub for estimating genetic correlations. They have discovered 41 genetic loci associated with left-handedness and pioneered studies linking developmental origins (DOHaD) with adult health outcomes. His team includes 8 current PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, supported by extensive collaborations with institutions like University of Bristol and McGill University. Research interests span intergenerational effects of maternal traits, skeletal biology, and sepsis genetics. Notable achievements include leading one of the world’s largest sepsis molecular studies and contributing to drug target identification for osteoporosis through zebrafish models. Evans’ work bridges statistical innovation with clinical relevance, addressing public health challenges via genomic data integration.

Josh OwensView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cancer Immunology
• Microbiome Research
• Fat Metabolism
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Josh Owens is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Lipscomb University, focusing on fat metabolism's role in cancer exacerbation and discovering novel therapeutic molecules. He leads a lab funded by the Christian Scholars’ Foundation’s Junior Faculty Grant (2022). His research integrates microbiome studies, immunology, and metabolic pathways. Key projects include identifying the obesogenic microbial metabolite delta-valerobetaine and exploring probiotics like Lactococcus lactis for health benefits. Educational Background: B.S. in Molecular Biology, Lipscomb University (2016) PhD in Immunology and Molecular Pathogenesis, Emory University (2021) Research Interests: Cancer immunology and metabolic pathways Microbiome-driven modulation of host immunity/metabolism Probiotics as therapeutic agents for obesity and cancer Epithelial repair mechanisms in gastrointestinal disorders Maternal dietary influences on offspring health Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes microbiome interactions (probiotics’ antitumor effects, TLR2 signaling pathways), metabolic consequences of diets (butyrate supplementation, western-style diet impacts), and SARS-CoV-2 antibody profiling. Themes include translational applications and mechanistic insights into disease pathogenesis. Awards: Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA F31 Award (2021) Grants & Advising: Led Christian Scholars’ Foundation grant (2022) Focuses on student mentorship for graduate/professional schools Labs/Teams: Active in Lipscomb’s Biology department, collaborating on projects linking microbiome research to clinical outcomes in metabolic and gastrointestinal diseases.

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Public Health
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Dr. Emily Petherick is a Senior Lecturer in Epidemiology & Biostatistics at Loughborough University's School of Sport, Exercise and Health. She holds a PhD from the University of York, supported by an NIHR fellowship, and has held prior roles as a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Leeds and Senior Epidemiologist at the Bradford Institute of Health Research, both focused on the Born in Bradford cohort study. Her research spans epidemiology, biostatistics, and public health, with a focus on maternal and child health, obesity, and ethnic health disparities. Education: PhD in Health Sciences (University of York), MSc Public Health (University of Melbourne), BAppSci (Physical Education) (Victoria University). Research interests include childhood obesity determinants, gestational diabetes management outcomes, early-life health trajectories, and the epidemiology of chronic respiratory conditions. She leads analyses on ethnic disparities in adiposity, antibiotic exposure impacts, and the application of machine learning in health prediction. Her work often utilizes large-scale cohort data, particularly the Born in Bradford study. Key contributions include studies on maternal health behaviors, neonatal outcomes, and the role of environmental factors in health inequalities. Her recent work explores diagnostic pathways for breathlessness and the long-term implications of childhood obesity risk factors. Major Projects: Born in Bradford multi-ethnic birth cohort study Labs/Teams: National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine (NCSEM), Lifestyle Medicine Research Group

• Lymphoma
• Hematologic Malignancies
• Targeted Therapies
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Praveen Ramakrishnan Geethakumari, M.D., M.S. serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center, specializing in the Division of Hematology and Oncology with clinical focus on lymphoma and hematologic malignancies. His educational background includes: Initial medical training at Medical College University of Kerala, India Internal medicine residency at Jawaharlal Institute of Medical Education and Research, Puducherry, India Advanced hematology/oncology training and Master's in Pharmacology through NIH K30 Training Program at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Dr. Ramakrishnan's research focuses on developing targeted and cellular therapies for lymphoma treatment. His scholarly work spans lymphoma therapeutics, stem cell transplantation outcomes, molecular biomarkers in hematologic malignancies, and innovative approaches like CAR T-cell therapy and radiomic modeling for treatment prediction. Recent publications (2016-2020) demonstrate consistent contributions to high-impact journals including Blood, Cancer, and JAMA Oncology, with emphasis on clinical translation of novel therapeutic strategies. His notable recognition includes: Three-time national champion at American College of Physicians' Doctor's Dilemma competition Professionally, he maintains active membership in numerous organizations including the American Society of Hematology, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation, and the International Primary CNS Lymphoma Collaborative Group. His clinical expertise encompasses comprehensive management of lymphoma patients, with research bridging laboratory discoveries to clinical applications in hematologic malignancies.

• Epidemiology
• Medical Genetics and Genomics
• Allergy and Immunology
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Tong Gong is a Research Specialist at the Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, specializing in genetically informed studies of comorbidities between allergic diseases, diabetes, psychiatric disorders, and respiratory conditions. He is affiliated with Lu Yi's Precision Psychiatry research group. PhD in Medical Epidemiology (Karolinska Institutet, 2016) MSc in Medical Science (Karolinska Institutet, 2010) His research focuses on: Epidemiological links between asthma, food allergy, and neurodevelopmental disorders Genetic architecture of treatment-resistant depression and cardiometabolic comorbidities Shared genetic pathways in inflammatory diseases using population-based twin designs Epigenetic impacts of maternal stress and education on offspring health Recent publications (2023-2025) cover topics in Nature Communications , Molecular Psychiatry , and Thorax , with grant support from the Swedish Heart-Lung Foundation . His work integrates biobank data, register-based studies, and epigenetic analysis across large-scale cohorts. Key collaborations include researchers in: Genetic epidemiology Psychiatric genetics Immune system research Perinatal health outcomes

• Econometrics
• Public Health
• Medical Statistics
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Fabienne Pradella is a researcher affiliated with the Department of Statistics and Econometrics at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. Her work focuses on the intersection of epidemiology, public health, and econometrics, with a particular emphasis on understanding how prenatal environmental factors—including cultural practices like Ramadan fasting during pregnancy—affect long-term health outcomes for offspring. She has conducted extensive research on topics such as maternal dietary intake, neonatal health, and the metabolic consequences of temperature exposure during conception. Dr. Pradella’s research employs advanced statistical methods and quasi-experimental designs to analyze data from diverse populations, including Indonesia, Nigeria, and Australia. Her studies often integrate large-scale biobank datasets and cross-sectional surveys to uncover mechanisms linking early-life conditions to adult health trajectories. Education: Details not explicitly stated in provided texts. Awards: 2017 GMDS Conference Best Poster Prize for her work on in-utero Ramadan exposure in Germany. Research Themes: Prenatal environmental influences on health Ramadan fasting during pregnancy Vaccination impacts on age-related diseases Cultural practices and health outcomes Her recent publications explore novel connections between herpes zoster vaccination and dementia prevention, as well as the role of climate variables in metabolic disorders. She has also contributed to systematic reviews synthesizing evidence on offspring health outcomes linked to Ramadan exposure.

LEE Yu QiView profile

Research Fellow

• Maternal and Child Nutrition
• Dietary Patterns
• Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
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Dr. LEE Yu Qi is a Senior Research Fellow at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS). She holds a PhD in Human Physiology from the University of Newcastle, Australia, and has extensive experience in maternal and child nutrition research. Her work spans observational cohort studies, systematic reviews, and interventional trials, focusing on multiethnic populations in Singapore and Australia. Affiliations: NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, GUSTO cohort study, NUS School of Public Health Multi-ethnic Cohort (MEC) Educations: PhD (Human Physiology), University of Newcastle; Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (First Class Honours), University of Newcastle Her research interests include maternal nutrition and its long-term effects on offspring health, dietary patterns across life stages, and the prevention of non-communicable diseases through nutrition. She has contributed to studies on acculturation effects, plant-based protein substitution, and disparities in Indigenous Australian maternal diets. Her articles frequently address developmental origins of health and disease, emphasizing kidney function and cardiometabolic risk. Dr. LEE’s publications reflect a focus on translating epidemiological findings into public health strategies. Her work bridges clinical practice (as a former clinical dietitian) and academic research, with projects addressing obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease prevention. She has collaborated on large-scale cohort studies like GUSTO and Pre-DICTED, exploring dietary tracking post-pregnancy and pre-diabetes interventions.

Shelley CargillView profile

Associate Professor

• Reproductive Biology
• Aging
• Ovarian Transplantation
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Shelley Cargill serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at San José State University, specializing in reproductive physiology and aging research using mammalian models. Education: PhD in Physiology, University of California, Davis, 1998 MS in Animal Science, University of California, Davis, 1993 BS in Animal Science, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, 1991 Research Focus: Dr. Cargill's work centers on the female reproductive system's role in aging processes, particularly through ovarian transplantation studies in mice. Her laboratory investigates how young ovarian tissue transplants into aged females influence lifespan extension, cardioprotection, and metabolic regulation. Additional research examines estrous cycling correlations with longevity and analgesic impacts on angiogenesis within transplanted tissue, bridging reproductive biology and gerontology. Publication Analysis: Her 15-year publication trajectory (1995-2010) reveals consistent focus on ovarian-aging interactions, with mouse models dominating her experimental approach. Key themes include lifespan modulation through ovarian transplantation (2009-2010), metabolic consequences of reproductive status (2010), and genetic influences on fertility (1995-2000), demonstrating interdisciplinary connections between reproductive endocrinology, genetics, and aging biology. Awards: No scientific awards documented in source materials Academic Contributions: While specific student mentorship details are unavailable, her collaborative publications with researchers like J.R. Carey and G.B. Anderson indicate active laboratory supervision. Grant funding specifics remain undisclosed, though her sustained publication record suggests successful research funding acquisition through mechanisms like NIH or NSF grants supporting reproductive aging studies. Research Environment: Dr. Cargill's work appears conducted within collaborative networks spanning multiple institutions, particularly involving University of California researchers, though dedicated laboratory facilities or team structures aren't explicitly described in available documentation.

Min KimView profile

Research Fellow

• Metabolomics
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis
• Type 2 Diabetes
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Dr Min Kim is a Dean's Research Fellow at the University of Surrey's School of Biosciences within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. His research focuses on metabolomics and lipidomics in chronic diseases, including Type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, and fatty liver disease. He also investigates maternal diet’s impact on offspring health outcomes, particularly in respiratory and skeletal development. Educated at King’s College London (MSc 2012, PhD 2018), Kim conducted postdoctoral work at Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen and the Copenhagen Prospective Studies on Asthma in Childhood. His work spans methodological advancements for clinical metabolomics, metabolic pathway identification in diseases, and diet-influenced health trajectories. Key research interests include: Metabolomics-driven biomarker discovery for cardiometabolic and neurodegenerative disorders Early-life exposome effects on pediatric asthma and allergy Maternal-fetal metabolite transfer mechanisms Recent publications highlight links between neonatal microbiome composition and long-term asthma risk, maternal vitamin D metabolites in asthma prevention, and lipidomic signatures of childhood cardiometabolic risk. His work integrates large-scale cohort studies and cutting-edge metabolomics technologies.

Rebecca KnickmeyerView profile

Associate Professor

• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Gut Microbiome
• Genetics
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Rebecca Knickmeyer is an Associate Professor at Michigan State University , affiliated with the Neuroscience Program and Genetics & Genome Sciences Program. Her research focuses on neurodevelopmental disorders, integrating Pediatric neuroimaging Genomics Metagenomics Environmental risk factors to develop interventions for psychiatric conditions. Her work emphasizes: Gut microbiota-brain development interactions Genetic variants impacting neurodevelopment Sexual differentiation mechanisms in brain disorders Turner syndrome neurobiology Recent publications analyze: Microbiome-brain connectivity in infants Epigenetic regulatory mechanisms Maternal metabolic conditions' neurodevelopmental impacts Stress biomarkers in perinatal mental health with techniques spanning gnotobiotic models to large-scale imaging-genetics datasets.

• Genetics
• Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Biological Sciences
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Darren Hagen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Animal & Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University. His academic career includes roles as Assistant Professor (2017-2023) and Associate Professor (2023-present). He holds a PhD in Genetics from Texas A&M University (2007) and completed postdoctoral training at Georgetown University. Research Interests : Dr. Hagen's work focuses on genetics, biochemistry, and computational biology with applications in livestock genomics, epigenetics, and molecular mechanisms of developmental disorders. Key areas include genome-to-phenome research, non-coding RNA analysis, and congenital overgrowth syndromes such as Large Offspring Syndrome. His research integrates advanced genomic technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 and RNA sequencing. Teaching : He teaches courses like Animal Genetics, Animal Genomics, and advanced seminars. His instructional roles include supervising doctoral research, master's thesis work, and mentoring Niblack Research Scholars. Grants & Funding : Recent grants include leadership in the Farm Animal Genomics Collective (2024-2025), the Pan-Epigenome project for livestock (2022-2025), and studies on microbiome applications in agriculture (2023-2027). His funding portfolio spans genomic data resources, cross-cultural livestock market research, and translational epigenetics. Labs & Collaborations : He collaborates with global consortia like the Ruminant Telomere-to-Telomere (RT2T) initiative. His lab develops genomic tools such as AgAnimalGenomes browsers for livestock genome annotation.