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Susan L. UprichardView profile

Professor

• Hepatology
• Virology
• Hepatitis Virus Research
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Susan L. Uprichard is a Professor at the Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, and holds leadership roles as Director of Hepatology Research, Infectious Disease and Immunology Graduate Program, and Clinical Research Office Biobank. Her research focuses on hepatitis virus infections, particularly HCV and HBV, emphasizing experimental model development and antiviral strategies. She earned her Ph.D. in Virology from Harvard University. Her work includes identifying viral entry factors (e.g., NPC1L1 for HCV), optimizing treatments via mathematical modeling, and advancing HBV infection systems using NTCP receptors. She investigates liver pathology mechanisms and small animal models to study HCV-associated diseases like hepatocellular carcinoma. Education Ph.D. in Virology, Harvard University Research Interests Dr. Uprichard's lab develops experimental systems to study viral-host interactions, including HCV entry mechanisms, cell-to-cell spread, and treatment response optimization. Her work integrates mathematical modeling to improve antiviral therapies and accessibility. For HBV, she focuses on NTCP-mediated infection models to study cccDNA-driven replication. She also explores HCV's species tropism and liver disease mechanisms in mice. Awards & Grants While specific awards are not listed, her leadership roles and prolific publication record reflect significant recognition in virology and hepatology. Her research is likely supported by grants in infectious disease and translational medicine. Labs & Teams Her lab collaborates on projects involving humanized mouse models, antiviral drug screening, and clinical trial design. Key collaborations include work on lonafarnib in hepatitis delta and silibinin in HCV.

Mary D. (Molly) Frame (McMahon)View profile

Professor

• Oxygen Delivery
• Microvascular Physiology
• Inflammation and Vascular Disease
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Dr. Mary D. (Molly) Frame is a Professor in the Departments of Biomedical Engineering and Physiology and Biophysics at Stony Brook University, and Undergraduate Program Director. Her research focuses on microvascular networks, oxygen delivery mechanisms, and inflammatory effects in conditions like diabetes and obesity. She holds a Ph.D. in Physiology and A.B. in Biology from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Her work integrates computational modeling, in vitro/ex vivo experiments, and genomic approaches to understand arteriolar flow dynamics. Key topics include gap junction activity, flow sensing by endothelium, and the impact of particle-tube interactions in microvessels. Teaching responsibilities include courses such as BME 100, BME 205, and advanced physiology modules. Her research emphasizes translational applications in vascular disease and biofluid mechanics. Labs/Teams: Active in the Institute of Molecular Cardiology and collaborates across disciplines within Stony Brook's biomedical engineering and physiology programs.

Lisa ReynoldsView profile

Associate Professor

• Microbiome Studies
• Parasitic Infections
• Immunology
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Dr. Lisa Reynolds is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology at the University of Victoria (UVic), Canada. Her research focuses on understanding how intestinal microbiota and helminth infections interact with the mammalian immune system, influencing susceptibility to allergic, inflammatory, and infectious diseases. She holds a BSc from the University of Manchester and a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. Her work explores three-way interactions between microbiota, helminths, and the immune system, particularly in mucosal environments like the intestinal tract. Key research questions address immune system development, disease susceptibility, and therapeutic target identification. The lab is funded by a $1.1 million CIHR grant to Dr. Lum, highlighting interdisciplinary collaborations in immunology, microbiology, and parasitology. Reynolds' team studies mechanisms underlying oral tolerance, helminth-induced immune modulation, and microbiota-dependent immune cell development. They utilize mouse models to investigate metabolic changes (e.g., isovalerate levels) and signaling pathways (e.g., IL-10, bile acids) in infection contexts. Their findings aim to advance treatments for conditions like environmental enteropathy and allergic responses. Lab activities include mentoring graduate students, hosting seminars, and engaging in community outreach. The lab acknowledges the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples on whose traditional lands UVic stands.

Ivana MilicView profile

Lecturer

• Lipidomics
• Extracellular Vesicles
• Lipid Peroxidation
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Ivana Milic is a Lecturer in the School of Biosciences at Aston University, part of the College of Health and Life Sciences. She holds a PhD in Bioanalytical Chemistry from Universität Leipzig (2016) and MSc degrees in Advanced Spectroscopy (Universität Leipzig, 2010) and Physical Chemistry (University of Belgrade, 2008). She currently serves as Chief Scientific Officer since August 2023 and is affiliated with the Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence. Her research focuses on lipid biochemistry, including lipid peroxidation, extracellular vesicles, and redox regulation. Key areas include analyzing oxylipins via LC-MS/MS, investigating Alzheimer's disease mechanisms, and studying membrane protein-lipid interactions. Recent work highlights include technical advancements in lipidomics, neurodegenerative disease modeling, and parasite drug resistance studies. Dr. Milic has published 23 research outputs since 2012, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches combining analytical chemistry, cell biology, and systems biology. Her datasets explore topics such as phospholipid oxidation in Alzheimer's patients and protein adduct formation from lipid oxidation products.

Salavat AglyamovView profile

Research Professor

• Elastography
• Biomechanics
• Biomedical Imaging
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Dr. Salavat Aglyamov is a Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Houston. His work focuses on biomechanical imaging and elastography techniques such as optical coherence elastography (OCE), Brillouin microscopy, and ultrasound. He leads the Biomedical Optics Laboratory and teaches courses in biomedical engineering. Research interests include corneal biomechanics, tissue stiffness analysis in diseases like glaucoma and keratoconus, and developmental biology applications in embryos and zebrafish models. Key innovations involve multimodal imaging systems combining OCT with other modalities for non-invasive tissue characterization. Recent studies address age-related lens changes, drug delivery monitoring, and the biomechanics of neural tube defects in mouse embryos. Education: Ph.D., Institute of Theoretical and Experimental Biophysics, Pushchino, Russia His research applies machine learning (CNNs) to improve strain estimation in OCE and explores clinical applications like glaucoma detection and corneal crosslinking treatment efficacy. He collaborates on projects involving systemic sclerosis assessment via OCT/OCE/OCTA and has developed novel methods for safe acoustic radiation force-based measurements on ocular tissues. His lab’s work spans from fundamental material science (e.g., Brillouin frequency shifts under environmental conditions) to translational medicine (e.g., drug delivery tracking). Publications emphasize high-resolution 3D elasticity mapping of embryos, alcohol’s impact on embryonic development, and nanobomb OCE for glioblastoma studies. His work bridges engineering and medicine through advanced optical techniques for understanding tissue mechanics in health and disease.

Dudley LammingView profile

Associate Professor

• Metabolic Health
• Aging
• Dietary Restriction
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Dudley Lamming is Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, leading research on how dietary composition—particularly protein and amino acid restriction—regulates metabolic health and aging. His lab investigates mTOR signaling pathways using rodent models and biochemical approaches. Research focuses on branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) as key regulators, with recent work demonstrating that isoleucine restriction extends healthspan and lifespan. The team employs techniques including metabolomics, molecular biology, and behavioral assessments to evaluate interventions like calorie restriction and rapamycin. Current trainees include PhD student Yang Liu, with prior graduates Nicole Richardson (PhD) and Mohammed Alotaibi (MS). The lab maintains active collaborations across geroscience and metabolism fields.

Jessica A. SiegelView profile

Associate Professor

• Behavioral neuroscience
• Neuropsychopharmacology

Jessica A. Siegel is an Associate Professor jointly appointed in Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of St. Thomas. She holds a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience from Oregon Health & Science University and a BA in Psychology from the University of Puget Sound. Siegel's research examines the long-term neurobehavioral effects of methamphetamine exposure using mouse models, with particular focus on adolescent brain development, dopamine transporters, cortisol levels, and interactions with other substances like nicotine. Her research program investigates how drug exposure during critical developmental periods alters neural circuitry and behavioral outcomes. Current projects examine adolescent methamphetamine exposure effects on striatal dopamine systems and hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis function, with implications for understanding addiction vulnerability and neurodevelopmental disorders. Siegel's publications demonstrate consistent focus on psychopharmacology and neurotoxicology, particularly examining developmental timing of drug exposure. Recent work explores environmental moderators of drug effects and neuroinflammatory markers. She teaches courses including Brain & Human Behavior, Drugs & Behavior, Principles of Neuroscience, and Neuropharmacology, integrating her research expertise into the curriculum.

Jeffrey MogilView profile

Professor

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Pain Mechanisms
• Neuroimmunology
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Jeffrey Mogil is a Professor at McGill University's Department of Psychology, holding the Canada Research Chair in Genetics of Pain (Tier I) and the E.P. Taylor Chair in Pain Studies. His research focuses on nervous system mechanisms underlying pain perception and modulation, particularly exploring variability in pain sensitivity and responses to analgesics across sexes and individuals. Mogil employs multidisciplinary approaches, including molecular genetics and behavioral neuroscience, to study social influences on pain, neuroimmune interactions, and translational pain models. Key research themes include the role of microglia in chronic pain, sex differences in pain processing, and the neurobiology of placebo/nocebo effects. He has pioneered the use of mouse grimace scales (PainFace software) for standardized pain measurement in animals. Mogil critiques methodological biases in preclinical research and advocates for inclusive sex-based analysis in biomedical studies. Key Contributions: Identified immune system contributions to chronic pain, demonstrated social modulation of pain in rodents, and advanced pain measurement techniques. Labs/Teams: Leads the MOGILab at McGill, collaborating internationally on pain genetics and neuroimmunology. Grants: Supported by Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), US National Institutes of Health (NIH), and industry partnerships.

David JamesView profile

Professor

• Metabolic Systems Biology
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Metabolic Homeostasis
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Professor David James holds the Leonard P. Ullmann Chair of Metabolic Systems Biology at the Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney. He is a Professor in both the School of Life and Environmental Sciences and the School of Medicine. His research focuses on metabolic diseases, particularly Type 2 diabetes, leveraging systems biology approaches to dissect metabolic homeostasis. He leads the James Lab and collaborates with the Metabolic Cybernetics team. Key research interests include understanding how genetics and environment influence metabolic disorders, with a focus on insulin resistance, adipocyte biology, and omics technologies. His lab employs proteomics, metabolomics, and computational biology to unravel disease mechanisms. Professor James has secured grants totaling over $15 million, including the NHMRC Ideas Grant for studies on mitochondrial defects and cardiometabolic disease. He leads multidisciplinary teams at the Charles Perkins Centre, fostering collaborations in imaging, computational biology, and molecular genetics. Awards include the ARC Laureate Fellowship. His lab trains PhD candidates in metabolic research, with current advisees including Alexis Diaz, Harry Cutler, and Yiju Zhang. Research outputs span metabolic pathways, genetic diversity, and drug development for metabolic diseases.

Hamza M. ZaferView profile

Associate Professor

• Red Sea World Studies
• Pre-Modern Knowledge Networks
• Ethiopic Literature
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Hamza M. Zafer is an Associate Professor of Arabian and African languages at the University of Washington, holding a Senior Lecturer position in the Program in African Studies. His research focuses on the languages and literatures of the Red Sea world from the 6th to 16th centuries, emphasizing pre-modern knowledge networks across Ethiopic, Arabic, Coptic, Sabaic, and Syriac traditions. His monograph, *Ecumenical Community*, examines early Muslim communitarianism in the post-Red Sea war context. Dr. Zafer earned his Ph.D. from Cornell University. His research interests span cross-cultural textual exchanges, linguistic anthropology, and the historiography of the Horn of Africa and Arabian Peninsula. His work bridges historical linguistics with socio-cultural analysis, highlighting trans-regional intellectual exchanges. His recent publications (2003–2009) include machine learning applications in bioinformatics, such as tumor classification and gene function prediction, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach. Earlier work (1997–1999) explored AI-driven crossword puzzle generation, showcasing computational creativity. No academic awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. He advises no listed students, though his mentorship role in language studies may imply graduate supervision not detailed here. No lab affiliations or future projects are described in the available data.

Xiaorong LiuView profile

Associate Professor

• Retinal Development
• Glaucoma Pathology
• Neuroprotection Strategies
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Xiaorong Liu is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Biology and Psychology at the University of Virginia (UVA). She holds tenured status and leads the Xiaorong Liu Lab, focusing on retinal neurobiology and glaucoma research. Her academic journey includes a B.S. from Peking University (1996), a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia (2002), and postdoctoral training at The Scripps Research Institute and the University of California San Francisco (2002–2007). Her research explores retinal ganglion cell (RGC) development, degeneration in glaucoma, and neuroprotection strategies. Key techniques include mouse models of glaucoma, visible-light optical coherence tomography (vis-OCT), and in vivo imaging. Her lab’s innovations in vis-OCT fibergraphy enable non-invasive monitoring of RGC axon bundles and early glaucoma detection. Collaborations span ophthalmology, neuroscience, and engineering. Recent work emphasizes translational applications, such as drug delivery systems for glaucoma therapy and cross-species retinal comparisons (tree shrews, mice, humans). Funding includes grants from the Glaucoma Research Foundation, NIH, and Knights Templar Eye Foundation. Liu advises students and postdocs, fostering a collaborative environment to bridge basic science and clinical outcomes.

Dequina NicholasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Immunometabolism
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
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Dequina Nicholas is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), affiliated with the Samueli School of Engineering and the Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. Her research focuses on the interplay between chronic inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and endocrine disorders such as Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Her lab employs molecular and cellular biology techniques, transgenic mouse models, and human sample analysis to study immunometabolism. Key projects include investigating pituitary immune cell populations influencing gonadotropin secretion, lipid antigen presentation mechanisms in human diseases, and the role of glucose metabolism in reproductive hormone regulation. Notable achievements include publications in Cell Metabolism and Nature Reviews Endocrinology , and recognition at the La Jolla Institute for Immunology Conference. Her work aims to identify therapeutic targets for metabolic and immune-related diseases, with a focus on translational research.

Valeria JaramilloView profile

Research Fellow

• REM Sleep Mechanisms
• Neuromodulation
• High-density EEG
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Dr. Valeria Jaramillo is a Wellcome Trust Early Career Fellow at the University of Surrey and an Emerging Leader at the UK DRI Care Research & Technology Centre. She holds affiliations with the School of Biosciences and School of Psychology. Her research focuses on REM sleep mechanisms, particularly using closed-loop auditory stimulation to modulate brain oscillations. She leads the REM sleep & neuroModulation (REMnM) Lab, investigating how REM sleep contributes to cognition and developing interventions for ageing and dementia. Education: BSc in Biochemistry, MSc in Neuroscience, PhD in Sleep Research (ETH Zurich). Postdoctoral work included a Swiss National Science Foundation fellowship at the Baby Sleep Lab (University Hospital Zurich) and Surrey University under Prof. Derk-Jan Dijk and Dr. Ines Violante. Research interests span REM sleep dynamics, neuromodulation techniques, and translational applications. Key areas include REM sleep's role in memory, mood, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Collaborations involve UK DRI and ETH Zurich. Awards: Wellcome Early Career Award, Swiss National Science Foundation Postdoc Mobility Fellowship Lab Focus: Multimodal assessment of REM sleep features, closed-loop interventions, and clinical translation Her work bridges basic science and clinical practice, aiming to improve REM sleep quality through innovative stimulation protocols and biomarker development.

Alessandro ChiusoView profile

Professor

• Control Systems
• Machine Learning
• System Identification
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Professor Alessandro Chiuso is a Full Professor in the Department of Information Engineering at the University of Padova, Italy. His research focuses on control systems, machine learning, system identification, and their applications to neuroscience and medical imaging. He has contributed to advancing data-driven control methodologies, regularization techniques, and brain network modeling. His work bridges theoretical control systems with practical applications, including predictive control under uncertainty, nonlinear system identification, and understanding brain dynamics through fMRI and PET data. Notable areas include developing algorithms for adaptive control, optimizing brain region interactions, and analyzing metabolic-functional couplings in neurological conditions. Recent publications highlight advancements in policy gradient methods for LQR control, sparse dynamic causal models for brain aging studies, and predictive control frameworks for stochastic systems. His research emphasizes the integration of machine learning with classical control theory to solve complex real-world problems.

Britton SauerbreiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Motor Control
• Neural Circuits
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
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Britton Sauerbrei is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosciences at Case Western Reserve University's School of Medicine. Their research focuses on understanding the neural circuits governing skilled motor control, particularly how distributed neural networks enable adaptive movement and how these dynamics are disrupted in neurodegenerative diseases. They employ high-density electrophysiological recordings, optogenetic manipulation, and computational modeling to study neural ensemble activity during natural behaviors. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics, University of Chicago (2009) PhD in Computation and Neural Systems, California Institute of Technology (2015) Research Interests: The lab investigates principles underlying neural activity flow in motor control circuits, with emphasis on cerebellar-cortical interactions and disease-related alterations. Techniques include Neuropixels recording probes, optogenetics, and computational methods like adaptive functional PCA. Key Findings: Recent work demonstrates the cerebellum's role in discontinuous movement control and reveals input-driven cortical dynamics during dexterous tasks. Innovations include the development of high-density neural probes ( Neuropixels 2.0 ) and novel motor unit recording devices. Lab & Collaborations: The Sauerbrei Lab actively explores neurodegenerative disease models and sensorimotor integration mechanisms. Collaborative projects focus on translating findings to understand movement disorders and developing computational tools for neural data analysis.