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Rebecca PrattView profile

Professor

• Anatomy
• Fascial System Research
• Histology
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Dr. Rebecca Pratt is a tenured Professor in the Department of Foundational Medical Studies at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine (OUWB), where she has been a faculty member since January 2018. She previously held professorial roles at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (MSUCOM), where she taught anatomy, embryology, neuroanatomy, physiology, and histology, and served as Associate Professor and Director of Histology at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. She also held appointments at Grand Valley State University and completed postdoctoral training at Purdue University. Ph.D., Cell Biology and Oncology, Purdue University B.S., Zoology and Botany/Plant Pathology, Michigan State University Dr. Pratt's research focuses on the fascial system and its role in whole-body health, including fascial continuity, muscle attachment, somatic pain transmission, and biochemical communication. She integrates radiology into anatomy education and advocates for evidence-based medical curricula. Her work bridges clinical anatomy, histology, embryology, and physiology with modern educational practices. Her recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on fascial anatomy, medical education innovation, and the integration of imaging in teaching. Themes include plastination, generational learning trends, and fascia’s role in women's health and athletic performance, published in journals like Clinical Anatomy and Anatomical Sciences Education , as well as in Women and Men’s Health and NIKE magazines. Scientific awards and honors include: Basmajian Award (American Association of Anatomy) Keith and Marion Moore Award (AAA) Five consecutive Golden Apple Teaching Awards at MSUCOM Golden Apple Award at OUWB Dr. Pratt has served in major leadership roles, including President of the International Fascia Research Society, Board Member of the American Association of Anatomy (AAA) and the American Association of Clinical Anatomy (AACA), and Chair of multiple AAA committees. She is a Visiting Anatomy Professor at Weill Cornell and St. George’s University School of Medicine, and faculty advisor for the Docapellas at OUWB. She has been an invited speaker internationally and contributed to high-impact projects like the BodyWorlds Fascial Net Plastination Project. She actively serves on OUWB’s Admissions and Student Promotion and Retention Committees. Dr. Pratt leads and organizes major international initiatives, including the Women's Clinical Health Summit in Rio de Janeiro (2024) and the Fascia Research Congress in New Orleans (2025), fostering global collaboration in fascial science. Her lab and research team focus on fascial anatomy and medical education, working closely with institutions in Italy (University of Padova) and Germany (BodyWorlds project).

Foteini MourkiotiView profile

Associate Professor

• Muscle Stem Cell Biology
• Mechanobiology
• Aging
• +7 more

Foteini Mourkioti is an Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine , with a joint appointment in the Graduate Groups of Cell and Molecular Biology and Bioengineering . She co-directs the Musculoskeletal Regeneration Program at the Penn Institute of Regenerative Medicine and leads the McKay Orthopaedic Research Laboratory . Research Interests : Muscle Stem Cell Biology Mechanobiology Muscle Regeneration Telomere Biology in Muscular Diseases Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva (FOP) Cardiomyopathy and Aging Key Research Contributions : Developed the Pax7EGFP mouse model for real-time muscle stem cell tracking Discovered telomere shortening as a critical factor in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Elucidated the role of NF-κB in muscle stem cell dysfunction Identified Piezo1's role in stem cell morphological states Characterized fibro-adipogenic progenitor dynamics in FOP Scientific Awards : NIH/NHLBI R01 grant recipient (2019) NASA grant awardee (2020, 2017) American Heart Association grant (2017) Muscular Dystrophy Association grant (2019) University Research Foundation grant (2018) Publications & Collaborations : Over 25 publications in high-impact journals like Science Advances , Nature Protocols , and Cell Reports . Collaborates with Penn Cardiovascular Institute and Pennsylvania Muscle Institute.

• Medical Genetics
• Nephrology
• Genomics
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Dr. Ian Wilson is a researcher at Newcastle University with a focus on medical genetics, nephrology, and genomic analysis. His work spans genetic determinants of kidney diseases, mitochondrial disorders, and biomarker development. Notable contributions include studies on uromodulin genetics in African populations, copy-number variations in rare diseases, and kidney ciliopathies. He has collaborated extensively on projects involving genome sequencing, mitochondrial replacement therapy, and muscular dystrophy biomarkers. Wilson's research integrates computational tools like machine learning for predictive modeling in urolithiasis and employs advanced imaging techniques for disease progression monitoring. Key areas: Genetic epidemiology, renal genomics, mitochondrial DNA analysis Focus on translational applications: Biomarker development for kidney stones and muscular dystrophies Interdisciplinary collaborations in ophthalmology and orthopedics His publications reflect a commitment to advancing diagnostic accuracy and understanding complex genetic disorders through multi-omics approaches.

Eva KosekView profile

Professor

• Chronic Pain Research
• Neuroimmunology
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• +3 more

Professor Eva Kosek holds dual academic positions as Professor of Clinical Pain Research at Karolinska Institutet (since 2015) and Uppsala University (since 2020). She is affiliated with the Department of Clinical Neuroscience and leads the Mechanisms of Pain and Treatment Research Group . Her roles include senior consultant at Uppsala University Hospital's Pain Center. Education: MD from Uppsala University (1986), PhD from Karolinska Institutet (1996). Specializations: Rehabilitation Medicine (1998), Pain Relief (2001). Academic promotions: Associate Professor at Karolinska (2004), Full Professor (2015). Research Focus: Chronic pain mechanisms, neuroimmune interactions, fibromyalgia, and autoimmune pathways. Key projects include the RAFT trial (Rituximab for fibromyalgia autoantibody therapy) and the BACPAP consortium for low back pain phenotyping. She chairs IASP's Terminology Task Force, introducing the 'nociplastic pain' concept. Key Contributions: Discovered anti-satellite glial cell IgG antibodies in fibromyalgia patients, linked to symptom severity. Pioneered neuroimaging studies on pain modulation circuits. Authored over 300 publications, with recent work on cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers and lipid metabolite profiles. Awards: 2024 Roland Melzack Lecture Award from IASP. Recognized for redefining pain taxonomy and translational research. Grants: Active funding includes Swedish Research Council grants on fibromyalgia autoimmunity, environmental exposures, and neuroinflammation. Total grants exceed SEK 100M over her career. Labs/Teams: Leads a multidisciplinary team at Karolinska's Pain Research Center, collaborating internationally on translational pain studies. Active in biobanking initiatives like the Swedish Chronic Pain Biobank.

Carolynn PattenView profile

Professor

• Motor Control
• Neurorehabilitation
• Neuroscience
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Carolynn Patten is a Professor in the Department of Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior at the University of California, Davis, with affiliations in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Her work bridges neuroscience, biomechanics, and clinical rehabilitation to advance neurorehabilitation for individuals with motor impairments. Research Interests: Dr. Patten's research investigates the neural basis of human movement, focusing on motor dysfunction in aging and neurological conditions such as stroke. She employs transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), EEG, EMG, biomechanical analysis, and clinical assessments to study motor recovery mechanisms and neuroplasticity. Her work aims to develop biomarkers of recovery and improve rehabilitation efficacy. Publication Trends: Recent publications emphasize computational modeling of musculoskeletal systems, gait analysis post-stroke, and assessment tools for locomotor efficacy. These works reflect a strong trend toward integrating engineering, neuroscience, and clinical practice to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While specific students and grants are not mentioned, her active publication record suggests ongoing mentorship and externally funded research in neurorehabilitation and translational neuroscience. Labs and Teams: Her research involves interdisciplinary collaboration across neuroscience, bioengineering, and rehabilitation medicine, likely within UC Davis research centers focused on movement disorders and neurorecovery.

• Exercise Physiology
• Sports Medicine
• Diabetes Management
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Prof. Oliver Faude is a Professor and Researcher at the Department of Motor Performance & Biomechanics within the University of Basel's Department of Sport, Exercise and Health (DSBG). His research focuses on exercise physiology, sports medicine, and the application of physical activity in managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes. He supervises doctoral students, including Vivien Hohberg, whose work on telephone-based health coaching for diabetes patients was published in the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. Faude collaborates on projects such as the dbcoach intervention, funded by Innosuisse and health insurers, demonstrating how personalized coaching increases physical activity in diabetic populations. His work also extends to musculoskeletal imaging innovations, such as the UMUD web application for ultrasonography data access, and the PrepAir study addressing chemotherapy-induced sensory dysfunction in children. Faude's interdisciplinary approach integrates clinical research, biomechanics, and public health, with a particular emphasis on aging populations and pediatric oncology. He contributes to injury prevention strategies in sports like badminton and soccer, while advancing methodologies for muscle volume assessment via 3D ultrasound and MRI comparisons. Key Projects: dbcoach program, PrepAir study, musculoskeletal imaging tools, agility training for frailty prevention. Grants: Innosuisse, SwissLife Foundation, Voluntary Academic Society of Basel. Students: Vivien Hohberg (PhD). Labs/Teams: Motor Performance & Biomechanics lab, collaborations with Prof. Bart Roelands (Vrije Universiteit Brussel) on overtraining syndrome research.

Joshua J. SolanoView profile

Associate Professor

• Emergency Medicine
• Geriatric Emergency Care
• Medical Education
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Joshua J. Solano, M.D., FAAEM is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine and Clerkship Director for the Emergency Medicine Residency program at the Florida Atlantic University Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine. As Clerkship Director, he works alongside residents to promote best practices for emergency department patient care. Dr. Solano is board certified in emergency medicine and maintains active membership in the American College of Emergency Physicians and the American Academy of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Solano's educational background includes a BS in Biology and BA in History from Duke University, followed by his MD from the University of Florida. He completed his emergency medicine residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston and served on faculty at Harvard Medical School as an instructor and assistant program director before joining FAU. In his final year in Boston, he completed the Rabkin Medical Education Fellowship. Dr. Solano's research focuses on geriatric emergency medicine, particularly head trauma management in elderly patients, anticoagulation risks, and emergency department quality assurance. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on developing clinical decision rules for geriatric head trauma and understanding medication interactions in older emergency patients. He has also contributed significantly to medical education literature, developing innovative residency training curricula. His scholarly work shows a clear progression toward establishing evidence-based guidelines for geriatric emergency care, with numerous publications on intracranial hemorrhage risk assessment, anticoagulation management, and fall prevention strategies. Dr. Solano's research bridges clinical practice with educational innovation, making significant contributions to both patient care protocols and emergency medicine training. 2017: Attending Role Model Award, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center 2016-2017: Rabkin Medical Education Fellowship 2011: Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society 2011: Chapman Humanism Society 2010: Equal Access Clinic Service Award 2010: Lawrence M. Goodman Award for Medical Student Research 2010: Community Service Award As Clerkship Director, Dr. Solano oversees medical student education in emergency medicine and has implemented electronic evaluation systems that have increased the quality and quantity of student assessments. His clinical work includes staff positions at Bethesda East Hospital and Delray Medical Center. Dr. Solano's research program demonstrates strong institutional support through multiple publications and ongoing investigations into geriatric emergency care protocols.

Peter FinoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biomechanics
• Motor Control
• Neurorehabilitation
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Peter Fino is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health, Kinesiology, and Recreation within the College of Health at the University of Utah. He directs the Neuromechanics and Applied Locomotion Lab, which is situated within the Cognitive and Motor Neuroscience research theme. His research focuses on understanding and improving mobility in individuals with neurological dysfunction, particularly those with brain injuries, using core concepts from biomechanics and motor control to develop better diagnostic tools and rehabilitation approaches. Dr. Fino's research explores how humans maintain stability during everyday activities that require complex motor control. His primary areas of investigation include: Foot placement control during walking and turning on uneven surfaces Balance recovery mechanisms following perturbations Effects of neurological conditions like concussion and Parkinson's disease on gait Development and application of inertial sensor technology for clinical assessment Neuroanatomical correlates of motor dysfunction after brain injury Nonlinear dynamics approaches to understanding human movement His lab employs a multidisciplinary approach, collaborating with engineers, clinicians, physical therapists, and neuroscientists to translate research findings into practical applications that improve people's lives. Current projects examine mobility in populations with traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, and other neurological conditions, with particular focus on turning gait, dual-task performance, and objective measurement of balance recovery using wearable sensor technology. Dr. Fino actively mentors a diverse research team comprising PhD students, MS students, research coordinators, and undergraduate researchers. His lab has produced numerous graduates who have gone on to academic positions, clinical research roles, and healthcare professions. He maintains strong collaborative relationships across the University of Utah and with external institutions including Oregon Health & Science University, University of Nebraska Omaha, and US Army-Baylor Physical Therapy. The lab participates in outreach through National Biomechanics Day and partnerships with high school programs to introduce students to biomechanics and neuroscience.

Kevin A JacobsView profile

Professor

• Exercise Physiology
• Metabolism and Nutrition
• Spinal Cord Injury
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Kevin A Jacobs is a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Sports Sciences at the University of Miami's School of Education & Human Development. His research focuses on exercise physiology, metabolic disorders, spinal cord injury management, and biomechanics. Key areas include postprandial lipemia in spinal cord injury patients, musculoskeletal modeling for gait analysis, and ischemic preconditioning effects on muscle oxygenation. He has contributed to peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Biomechanics and Frontiers in Physiology . His work bridges clinical and applied research, addressing metabolic and biomechanical challenges in populations with mobility impairments. Research Interests: Spinal Cord Injury Metabolism, Exercise Physiology, Biomechanical Modeling, Clinical Nutrition, Muscle Oxygenation, and Rehabilitation Science. Publications highlight innovative methods like markerless motion capture and stable isotope tracers to study metabolic and biomechanical responses in chronic SCI and healthy populations. His studies emphasize practical applications for improving exercise protocols and clinical outcomes in mobility-restricted individuals. Grants and collaborations are implied through multi-institutional authorships, but explicit grant details are not provided. He advises on studies involving upper-body exercise modalities and postprandial metabolism. His lab work involves interdisciplinary approaches, leveraging engineering and clinical expertise to advance rehabilitation science.

• Skeletal Muscle Physiology
• Ribosome Biogenesis
• Transcriptional Regulation
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Gustavo Alberto Nader is a Professor of Kinesiology at The Pennsylvania State University , holding the Dorothy Foher and J. Lloyd Huck Chair in Molecular, Cellular and Integrative Physiology. His research focuses on skeletal muscle growth control , ribosome biogenesis , and transcriptional/epigenetic regulation in health and disease contexts. Affiliated with the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences and College of Health and Human Development Principal Investigator on NIH-funded projects examining ribosomal control of muscle mass Research Interests span molecular mechanisms of muscle adaptation to exercise, cancer cachexia, chronic disease impacts on muscle, and cross-species Wnt signaling regulation by CO₂ levels. Key methodologies include human/animal/cell models, ribosomal analysis, and epigenetic profiling. Publication Trends show sustained focus on: Ribosome biogenesis in muscle hypertrophy (2012–2025) Cancer-induced muscle wasting mechanisms (2015–2024) CO₂/Wnt pathway interactions (2015–2019) Exercise-induced transcriptional responses (2001–2016) Scientific Awards include the Huck Chair, while his Grants & Collaborations involve NIH-funded studies on transcriptional/epigenetic mechanisms (2019–2026) with cross-disciplinary teams in physiology, oncology, and respiratory medicine.

Sunita MathurView profile

Associate Professor

• Health sciences
• Rehabilitation medicine
• Clinical medicine
• +5 more

Sunita Mathur is an Associate Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen's University, affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences. She holds a cross-appointment as Associate Director of the School of Rehabilitation Therapy. Her research focuses on improving skeletal muscle function in chronic diseases, including COPD, cystic fibrosis, and critical illness, using non-invasive techniques like MRI, ultrasound, and dynamometry. She co-founded CAN-RESTORE to promote exercise in solid organ transplant recipients and leads the Canadian Donation and Transplantation Research Program (CDTRP) Theme 5. Education: BSc Physiotherapy (Dalhousie University), MSc Rehabilitation (Dalhousie), PhD Human Kinetics (University of British Columbia), and a postdoc at the University of Florida. She supervises students in AGHE PhD and RHBS MSc/PhD programs. Research interests span sarcopenia, muscle dysfunction in chronic illness, and rehabilitation strategies. Her work integrates clinical and translational approaches to enhance patient outcomes through tailored exercise programs and advanced imaging. Key contributions include studies on ICU-acquired weakness, lung transplant rehabilitation, and the role of exercise in improving post-transplant outcomes. She has collaborated on international initiatives like the RECOVER Program to address long-term outcomes of critical illness survivors.

Wendy M. MurrayView profile

Professor

• Biomechanical Modeling
• Upper Limb Rehabilitation
• Prosthetics and Exoskeletons
• +5 more

Wendy M. Murray is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering. She leads the ARMS Lab, focusing on biomechanical models of upper limb muscles to improve rehabilitation and prosthetic design. Her work addresses spinal cord injury, stroke, and orthopedic interventions. Education: Ph.D. and M.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University, B.S. in Mathematics (summa cum laude) from University of Notre Dame. Research interests include musculoskeletal modeling, prosthetics control, and surgical simulations. Key contributions include widely cited anatomical databases and models for hand/wrist function. Current projects explore neuromuscular control, exoskeletons, and injury prevention in sports like baseball. Publications (selected 2024-2017) highlight advancements in motion capture, ultrasound imaging, and computational models for clinical applications. Her work bridges bioengineering with clinical practice to enhance functional recovery. Labs/Teams: Directs the ARMS Lab, collaborating with clinicians and engineers to translate biomechanical insights into real-world medical solutions.

Jo NijsView profile

Professor

• Pain Management
• Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
• Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
• +4 more

Jo Nijs is a Professor at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), affiliated with the Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy. His work focuses on chronic pain mechanisms, chronic fatigue syndrome, and neurophysiological adaptations. He leads the 'Pain in Motion' research group and has authored over 950 publications with an h-index of 73. Research interests include: chronic musculoskeletal pain pathophysiology, central sensitization, and translational strategies for pain management. Notable projects include investigating epigenetic mechanisms in chronic pain and interdisciplinary approaches to osteoarthritis treatment. Recipient of the 2020 Francqui Collen Chair and 2017 Excellence in Research Award Supervised 73 students in physiotherapy and pain science Active in international collaborations across 25+ countries Recent research emphasizes pain neuroscience education efficacy, pain-sleep interactions, and immune mechanisms in chronic conditions. His work bridges clinical practice with advanced neuroimaging and molecular biology techniques.

• Metabolic Disorders
• Mitochondrial Biology
• Endocrinology
• +3 more

Sylvie Dufour is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Endocrinology at Yale School of Medicine, part of Yale University. Her research focuses on metabolic disorders, mitochondrial dysfunction, and insulin resistance, with a particular emphasis on liver and muscle metabolism in diabetes and fatty liver disease. She collaborates closely with prominent researchers like Gerald I. Shulman and Kitt Petersen. Key research themes include the role of glucagon in hepatic mitochondrial oxidation, the impact of genetic variants (e.g., PNPLA3 I148M) on lipid metabolism, and interventions like carbohydrate restriction or SGLT2 inhibitors to reverse metabolic dysfunction. Her work bridges basic science and clinical translation, addressing mechanisms underlying insulin resistance, hepatic steatosis, and cardiometabolic risk. Publications span topics such as mitochondrial protonophore therapies, ketogenesis modulation, and the effects of burosumab on muscle function. Her studies frequently employ human and animal models to elucidate metabolic pathways and therapeutic targets.

Kalyani NairView profile

Professor

• Biomedical Engineering
• Biomechanics
• Tissue Engineering
• +3 more

Kalyani Nair is a Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Bradley University's Caterpillar College of Engineering & Technology, based in the Business and Engineering Convergence Center (BEC 3265). She can be contacted at knair@bradley.edu or (309) 677-4562. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Cochin University Dr. Nair's research focuses on biomedical engineering with expertise in biomechanics and tissue engineering . She investigates myofascial tissue mechanics in inflammatory conditions like ankylosing spondylitis, develops medical devices for spinal pathologies, and creates biomaterial scaffolds for tissue regeneration. Her work bridges engineering principles with clinical applications through techniques like myotonometry, electromyography, and computational modeling. Analysis of her recent publications (2015-2025) reveals persistent themes in musculoskeletal biomechanics, particularly spinal disorders and myofascial tissue properties, alongside tissue engineering for tendon regeneration and cancer models. Key trends include quantification of tissue mechanical properties, medical device innovation for pediatric neurosurgery, and scaffold optimization for regenerative medicine. Within the department, Dr. Nair serves as Coordinator of the Biomedical Concentration and sits on the Committee on the Use of Human Subjects in Research. She teaches courses spanning engineering design (ME 102), biomedical fundamentals (ME 280), CAD applications (ME 448, ME 648), and advanced topics in biomechanics (ME 580) and tissue engineering (ME 591).