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• Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
• Biomedical Engineering
• Neuroimaging
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Dr. Kimberly Chan is an Assistant Professor and FIRST scholar at UT Southwestern Medical Center, jointly affiliated with the Advanced Imaging Research Center and the Department of Biomedical Engineering. Her work bridges biomedical engineering and clinical neuroscience through the development of advanced magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) techniques. Research Interests: Dr. Chan's research centers on the development and application of novel MRS methods to study brain chemistry in neurological and psychiatric disorders. Her work focuses on spectral editing, metabolite quantification (e.g., GABA, glutathione), motion correction, and multi-site reproducibility. She aims to improve diagnosis, disease monitoring, and treatment planning through non-invasive neurochemical profiling. Publication Trends: Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on methodological innovation in MRS, including Hadamard encoding (HERMES, HERCULES), multi-metabolite detection, motion correction, and standardization across scanners and sites. These techniques are applied to conditions such as Huntington’s disease, Lafora disease, spinal cord injury, and cancer, showing translational impact. Scientific Awards: First Scholar Advising and Grants: As principal investigator of the CHAN Lab (Chemical Advanced Neuroimaging Lab), she mentors graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. She is actively recruiting and likely holds independent research funding, supported by her FIRST scholar status. While specific grants and advisees are not listed, her leadership role indicates active research supervision and extramural funding. Labs and Teams: Dr. Chan leads the CHAN Lab, a multidisciplinary team of biomedical engineers and imaging scientists focused on advancing MRS for clinical applications. The lab collaborates widely, as evidenced by multi-center studies like Big GABA, involving over 25 research sites globally.

• Cardiovascular Research
• Medical Imaging
• Computational Biology
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Michail Mavrogiannis is a clinical research fellow at Wolfson College, University of Oxford, and a DPhil student affiliated with the Antoniades Group: The Oxford Translational Cardiovascular Research Group. His research focuses include: Cardiovascular imaging biomarkers Artificial intelligence applications in cardiology Coronary artery disease progression modeling Thrombotic event risk stratification Environmental influences on cardiac health Computational hemodynamics Key publication trends (2016-2025) highlight his work in coronary CT angiography, plaque vulnerability analysis, machine learning for cardiometabolic risk prediction, and hemodynamic simulations for lesion severity assessment. Current affiliations include: University of Oxford Wolfson College Antoniades Group Contact: michail.mavrogiannis@wolfson.ox.ac.uk

• Microelectronics
• Image Sensors
• Bio-inspired Algorithms
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Juan Antonio Leñero Bardallo is a Professor at the University of Seville, Faculty of Physics, Department of Electronics and Electromagnetism. His research focuses on bio-inspired microelectronics, event-driven vision sensors, and CMOS integration techniques. Research Group: MICROELECTRÓNICA ANALÓGICA Y DE SEÑAL MIXTA Key Projects: SAMANTA2 (robotic vision), CAVIAR (event-based vision), VULCANO (event-driven imaging) His work spans asynchronous image sensors, thermography for medical diagnostics, stacked diodes for energy harvesting, and neuromorphic engineering. Recent publications highlight low-power sun sensors, self-powered imaging systems, and thermographic applications in dermatology. He has contributed to books on analog electronics and radiation detection. Patents include solar position sensors and electron energy detectors for scanning electron microscopy. His teaching subjects cover experimental techniques, integrated sensor design, and bio-inspired algorithms.

Guy StanleyView profile

Lecturer

• Plastic Surgery
• Burn Surgery
• Delirium
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Guy Stanley is a Clinical Lecturer in the Department of Surgery at the UWA Medical School, The University of Western Australia, specializing in plastic and reconstructive surgery with a focus on burn care, delirium, and collaborative research methodologies. His work significantly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. His educational background includes: Master of Surgery (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery) from the University of Sydney (2018-2019) Diploma in the Medical Care of Catastrophes from The Worshipful Society of Apothecaries (2015-2019) Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene from Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (2017-2018) Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Nottingham (2011-2015) Stanley's research centers on improving surgical outcomes through international collaborations, with primary interests in burn injury management, delirium in surgical patients, and innovative suture techniques. His expertise extends to artificial intelligence applications in medicine and large-scale epidemiological studies of conditions like keloids. This work often intersects with global health challenges and disaster medicine, reflecting his dual qualifications in tropical medicine and catastrophe care. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on evidence-based surgical practice through systematic reviews, prospective cohort studies, and international collaborations. Key themes include delirium epidemiology in burn units, comparative effectiveness of surgical materials (particularly sutures), global variations in keloid prevalence, and surgical system strengthening across 119 countries. His research consistently leverages multi-center frameworks like CANVAS and the Keloid Survey Collaborative to generate high-impact, generalizable findings. His scientific recognition includes: Adjunct Research Fellow awarded by the Fiona Wood Foundation (2021) Stanley actively contributes to surgical education and research governance as ACTPRAS pre-SET lead since 2001, while previously serving as Cynthia Banham Burn Injury Research Fellow (2021-2023). His collaborative approach is evident in leadership roles within the CANVAS Collaborative and Keloid Survey teams, which facilitate multi-national studies involving over 1600 hospitals. These efforts have secured research funding through institutional fellowships and collaborative grants focused on burn injury and surgical innovation. He directs multiple research initiatives including the CANVAS study on suture techniques and keloid epidemiology projects spanning four continents, working closely with the Fiona Wood Foundation and international surgical networks to translate findings into clinical practice improvements.

• Computational Electromagnetics
• Microwave Imaging
• Antenna Design
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Francesca Vipiana is a Full Professor of Electromagnetic Fields at the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications at the Polytechnic University of Turin (POLITO). She is also a member of the Interdepartmental Center PolitoBIOMed Lab - Biomedical Engineering Lab. With over 20 years of full-time research experience, Prof. Vipiana has established herself as a leading expert in computational electromagnetics and microwave imaging systems. Her research interests span antenna design , computational electromagnetics , microwave imaging for medical applications, and food safety/security monitoring . She has pioneered work in numerical techniques based on integral equations and method of moments, with particular focus on multiresolution and hierarchical schemes, domain decomposition, and advanced integration methods. Prof. Vipiana's recent publications show a strong trend toward medical diagnostics using microwave technology, particularly for Alzheimer's disease detection and brain stroke imaging. Her work increasingly integrates machine learning with electromagnetic sensing, and she has developed portable, low-cost microwave imaging systems using off-the-shelf components. Lot Shafai Mid-Career Distinguished Achievement Award (2017) URSI Young Scientist Award (2005) IEEE WiEM best poster award (2009) ISMB Best Paper Award (2011) Prof. Vipiana serves as Principal Investigator for multiple significant research projects including the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action EMERALD, the Proof of Concept FastFood project, and the national PRIN project BEST-Food. She currently supervises 13 PhD students working on diverse topics from microwave brain imaging to glide-symmetric metamaterials. As an Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation and the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine, she plays a key role in advancing the field. Her research group focuses on bridging theoretical electromagnetics with practical applications in healthcare and food safety.

Andre FiliatraultView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Seismic Isolation
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Andre Filiatrault is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering within McMaster University . His research spans seismic engineering, structural dynamics, and performance-based design, focusing on nonstructural components, damping systems, and wood/steel structures. Key contributions include seismic isolation, passive energy dissipation, and experimental validation of building systems. Research Interests: Earthquake Engineering, Structural Dynamics, Performance-Based Seismic Design, Nonstructural Components, Steel and Wood Structures, Seismic Retrofit Recent Trends: Advanced studies on viscous dampers, seismic loss estimation for acceleration-sensitive elements, and integration of building information modeling with seismic analysis.

Erhan YumukView profile

Researcher

• Control Theory
• Fractional Order Systems
• Biomedical Engineering
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Dr. Erhan Yumuk is a researcher at Ghent University and an alumnus of Istanbul Technical University , where he earned his Ph.D. in Control and Automation Engineering . He has served as a lecturer and deputy head of the department at Istanbul Technical University. His research focuses on: Fractional order control systems Anesthesia depth and hemodynamic control Pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics modeling Industrial control laboratory development Remote access control education Artificial intelligence in biomedical applications Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate expertise in fractional order PID controllers for time-delay systems, obesity-specific drug distribution models, and AI-enhanced pain monitoring during anesthesia. His work spans mathematical control theory, clinical implementation, and industrial applications. Scientific Recognition: Best Paper Award, IEEE Control System Society (2015) Erhan Yumuk contributes to Journal of Process Control , IFAC Journal of Systems and Control , and Applied Sciences , with emerging leadership in postdoctoral research at Ghent University.

Kathleen S. BerfieldView profile

Clinical Professor

• Thoracic Surgery
• Lung Transplantation
• Thoracic Oncology
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Kathleen S. Berfield, MD is a board-certified thoracic surgeon and Chief of Thoracic Surgery at the VA Puget Sound HCS, with clinical roles at the UW Medical Center’s Thoracic Surgery Clinic and involvement in the UW Lung Transplant Program. She specializes in general thoracic oncology and end-stage lung disease management, including lung transplantation. Primary Affiliation: VA Puget Sound Health Care System Secondary Affiliation: University of Washington Medical Center Education: Residency at University of Washington Cardiothoracic Surgery (2016), Medical Degree from University of Washington School of Medicine (2010) Her research focuses on thoracic surgical techniques, lung cancer treatment, and post-transplant vascular complications. Recent publications highlight cost analyses of diagnostic procedures, surgical education frameworks, and safety protocols in cardiothoracic surgery. She actively promotes robotic thoracic surgery adoption and gender inclusion in surgical environments. Dr. Berfield serves as Program Director for the University of Washington Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Programs, emphasizing surgical education. She has published studies on VATS lobectomy outcomes, aortic dissection repair post-transplant, and safety culture development in cardiothoracic surgery. Clinical Expertise: Robotic thoracic surgery, lung transplantation Research Themes: Surgical cost-effectiveness, educational methodologies, post-transplant complications

Nicole Li-JessenView profile

Associate Professor

• upper airway health and diseases
• computational medicine
• tissue engineering
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Nicole Li-Jessen, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and holds the Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Personalized Medicine of Upper Airway Health and Diseases. She serves as Graduate Program Director for the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders and is an Associate Investigator at The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC). Dr. Li-Jessen maintains additional affiliations with the Departments of Otolaryngology and Biomedical Engineering, and is a Research Member of Quantitative Life Sciences and McGill Regenerative Medicine Network. Dr. Li-Jessen's research laboratory integrates in vitro, in vivo, and in silico (computational) approaches to study vocal fold biology and wound healing, with the goal of generating computational platforms that guide surgeons and speech pathologists in voice repair methods. Her key research areas include: Non-invasive assessment of airway reflux Designing 3D printable biomaterial for laryngeal tissue and muscle reconstruction Creating wearable e-health devices for upper airway monitoring Agent-based modeling of vocal trauma and repair response Development of tumor-on-a-chip platforms for studying laryngeal cancer chemoresistance Her work is funded by a Canada Research Chair, the CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC, FRQS, and NIH in the United States. Dr. Li-Jessen has published extensively in high-impact journals across biomedical engineering, otolaryngology, and regenerative medicine fields, with recent publications focusing on vocal fold biomaterials, computational modeling of vocal pathology, and audio-based digital biomarkers for respiratory diseases. Dr. Li-Jessen has received several prestigious awards including the Canada Research Chair (2021), Principal's Prize for Excellence in Teaching (2018), and the Rosemary Wedderburn Brown Prize (2018). She serves as Section Editor of PLOS Digital Health and is actively involved in science policy as a Delegate for Science Meets Parliament. As Graduate Program Director, Dr. Li-Jessen oversees graduate thesis programs in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders and has mentored numerous PhD, Master's, and undergraduate students. She leads the Voice and Upper Airway Research Lab (VUA Lab), which advocates for EDI principles in STEM and currently has open positions for PhD and post-doctoral researchers in computer modeling and digital health projects.

• Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Arrhythmia Management
• Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy
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Jacqueline Joza, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. She serves as an Investigator at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) and is affiliated with the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). Dr. Joza is a member of the Cardiovascular Health Across the Lifespan Program at RI-MUHC, which focuses on comprehensive cardiovascular care throughout all stages of life. Dr. Joza's research spans multiple cutting-edge areas within cardiac electrophysiology. Her primary interests include cardiac resynchronization therapy optimization , conduction system pacing techniques , management of inherited arrhythmia syndromes including Long QT syndrome, and atrial fibrillation treatment strategies . Her work bridges clinical practice with research innovation, particularly in the areas of left bundle branch area pacing, risk stratification for arrhythmic events, and novel approaches to cardiac rhythm management. She has made significant contributions to clinical guidelines and consensus statements in the field of cardiac electrophysiology through collaborations with major cardiology societies. Dr. Joza has been actively involved in numerous clinical studies examining cardiac pacing technologies, arrhythmia management, and outcomes research in electrophysiology procedures. Her research often combines clinical observation with advanced analytical approaches, including in silico modeling of cardiac electrophysiology and vectorcardiographic analysis. She has published extensively on topics related to cardiac device optimization, with particular attention to improving patient selection criteria and procedural techniques. Her work on cost-effectiveness of cardiac device interventions demonstrates her commitment to understanding the broader healthcare implications of electrophysiology treatments.

Mark L. WeissView profile

Professor

• Stem Cell Biotechnology
• Regenerative Medicine
• Gene Therapy
• +3 more

Mark L. Weiss is a Professor in the Department of Anatomy & Physiology at the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine . He is the Director of the Midwest Institute for Comparative Stem Cell Biotechnology , Coordinator of the Stem Cell Certificate program, and a member of the Terry C. Johnson Center for Basic Cancer Research. His PhD in Biology (University of Pennsylvania, 1986) laid the foundation for his research in stem cell biotechnology and regenerative medicine. Weiss’ research focuses on harnessing stem cells for cellular therapy and gene therapy in diseases like cancer, Parkinson’s, and myocardial infarction. His lab has pioneered techniques for modifying umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stromal cells to bypass the blood-brain barrier and deliver anti-cancer proteins. Recent publications highlight his work on extracellular vesicles , RNA biomarkers , and 3D bioprinting for tissue engineering. His lab collaborates with institutions like the University of Kansas and University of Minnesota on clinical trials. Courses taught include Stem Cell Techniques , Veterinary Physiology , and Bioinstrumentation Lab . Work-related 3D models on the NIH 3D Print Exchange reflect his contributions to biomedical innovation.

Akhil KallepalliView profile

Lecturer

• Biophotonics
• Optical Imaging
• Microscopy
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Dr. Akhil Kallepalli is a Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom. He holds professional memberships as Senior Member of IEEE (SMIEEE) and Member of the Institute of Physics (MInstP). His research spans biophotonics, optical imaging, and computational microscopy with applications in medical diagnostics and tissue analysis. Dr. Kallepalli actively accepts PhD students and maintains an active research profile with numerous publications and projects. Dr. Kallepalli's research interests focus on biophotonics and optical imaging techniques with applications in medical diagnostics. His work spans several key areas including Fourier ptychography for digital pathology, polarized light microscopy for identifying malaria-related hemozoin crystals, modular microscopy systems for volumetric imaging, and light transport through biological tissues. His research demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach combining physics, engineering, and biomedical applications, with recent work emphasizing computational imaging techniques and deep learning enhancements to traditional optical methods. His publications reveal an evolving research trajectory from remote sensing applications in earlier career stages to more focused biomedical optics in recent years. Dr. Kallepalli's publication record shows significant contributions to biophotonics and optical imaging. His recent work (2023-2025) focuses on advanced microscopy techniques including polarized Fourier ptychography, modular microscopy systems, and light transport through tissues. These publications demonstrate his expertise in developing innovative optical solutions for biomedical challenges, particularly in digital pathology and point-of-care diagnostics. The research spans both theoretical developments in computational imaging and practical implementations of optical hardware, with increasing integration of deep learning methods in recent work. Active participation in the scientific community with numerous conference contributions Multiple publications in high-impact journals including Journal of Microscopy, Scientific Reports, and Journal of Biophotonics Development of open-source hardware solutions for optics education and microscopy Book publication on Laser Beam Profiling: Cost-Effective Solutions (2022) Dr. Kallepalli collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, particularly with colleagues at the University of Strathclyde including Dr. Graham Gibson and others in the optics and biophotonics community. His work on modular microscopy (ModMicro) and modular light sources (ModLight) represents significant contributions to making advanced optical techniques more accessible. His research has practical applications in medical diagnostics, particularly for malaria detection, tissue ischemia monitoring, and non-invasive cardiovascular assessment. Dr. Kallepalli's work bridges fundamental optical physics with practical biomedical applications, demonstrating strong translational potential.

Agata A. ExnerView profile

Professor

• Image-guided drug delivery
• Ultrasound contrast agents
• Interventional Oncology
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Agata A. Exner is the Henry Willson Payne Professor in the Department of Radiology at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the Case School of Engineering . She serves as Vice Chair of Basic Research , Director of the CWRU Center for Imaging Research , and Co-Leader of the Cancer Imaging Program at the Case Comprehensive Cancer Center . Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University (2003) BS in Biomedical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University (1998) Research Focus spans image-guided drug delivery , ultrasound contrast agents , interventional oncology , nanomedicine , and cancer detection/therapy . Her work integrates ultrasound imaging with nanotechnology to develop theranostic systems for tumor targeting . Article Trends emphasize ultrasound-mediated drug delivery , nanocontrast agents , and real-time imaging for cancer therapy monitoring . Key methodologies include microfluidic models , high-throughput ultrasound techniques , and in situ forming implants . Scientific Awards Elected Senior Member, National Academy of Inventors (2024) Mather Spotlight Woman of Achievement Award (2015) Distinguished Investigator Award, The Academy for Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Research (2013) Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (2015) Labs & Teams : She leads the CWRU Center for Imaging Research and contributes to the Medical Scientist Training Program at CWRU School of Medicine.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Respiratory Medicine
• Fluid Dynamics
• +3 more

Frans H.C. de Jongh is an Assistant Professor at the TechMed Centre, University of Twente, specializing in Engineering Fluid Dynamics. His research bridges biomedical engineering and respiratory medicine, focusing on neonatal care, lung function diagnostics, and medical device innovation. His recent work includes developing wireless monitoring systems for diaphragm activity in infants, validating electronic nose technology for lung cancer detection, and optimizing neonatal endotracheal tube designs using oscillometry. Key research themes involve respiratory mechanics , non-invasive diagnostics , and pediatric pulmonology , with applications in prematurity and lung disease classification . Publications emphasize z-score-based severity classification , cardiorespiratory monitoring , and breath profiling , reflecting collaborations across medical and engineering disciplines. No awards or student advisement details are listed in the provided data.

Jan SijbersView profile

Professor

• Image Reconstruction
• Medical Imaging
• Quantitative MRI
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Jan Sijbers is a Full Professor at the University of Antwerp , affiliated with the Department of Physics . He serves as Spokesperson of the imec-Vision Lab and is a co-founder of spin-offs IcoMetrix and Deltaray . His academic role includes a 10% position as Research Director at imec. Research Interests: Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Tomographic Image Reconstruction, Medical Imaging Algorithms Editorial Roles: Senior Area Editor (IEEE Transactions on Image Processing), Associated Editor (IEEE Transactions on Computational Imaging) Teaching: Courses in Physics, Mathematics, Signal/Image Processing, and X-ray Microtomography Research Trends: His 2025 publications focus on X-ray phase contrast imaging, zebrafish models for bone disease, mesh-based CT reconstruction, and AI-driven biomedical imaging. Earlier works emphasize statistical signal processing in MRI and discrete tomography algorithms. PhD Advisees: He has supervised 68 PhD theses since 2004, with recent topics spanning edge illumination X-ray imaging, 3D knee morphology, and advanced MRI relaxometry. Laboratory Leadership: As head of imec-Vision Lab, he leads research in computational imaging, with applications in medical diagnostics and industrial X-ray systems.