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Gill ElliottView profile

Professor

• Virology
• Molecular Biology
• Herpesvirus Pathogenesis
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Professor Gill Elliott is a Professor of Virology at the University of Surrey, based in the Department of Microbial and Cellular Sciences within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. Her research focuses on the cell biology of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection, particularly how HSV hijacks cellular machinery to assemble viral particles. She has held academic positions at institutions including the University of Leeds, Marie Curie Research Institute, and Imperial College London, with a career spanning over three decades in virology research. After completing a BSc in Microbiology at Queen's University Belfast, she earned her PhD working on the molecular biology of mumps virus. Her postdoctoral research at the University of Oxford explored HIV transcription mechanisms, leading to her Wellcome Trust-funded work on herpesviruses at the University of Leeds. Key career milestones include a MRC Senior Non-Clinical Fellowship at Imperial College London before joining the University of Surrey in 2013. Her research group investigates HSV's exploitation of the cellular secretory pathway during assembly, viral-host interactions, and antiviral target identification. They employ advanced techniques like live-cell imaging and siRNA depletion. Notable achievements include defining roles for VP22 and VHS proteins in transcriptome remodeling and viral assembly dynamics. Recent grants include £500,000 awarded in 2019 to investigate HSV pathogenesis. Her work bridges fundamental virology with clinical applications, aiming to combat HSV's global health impact through antiviral development.

Craig MartensView profile

Professor

• Physical Chemistry
• Chemical Physics
• Polymer Science
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Craig Martens is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of California, Irvine (UCI). His research focuses on theoretical and computational methods to study nonadiabatic dynamics, quantum coherence, and molecular processes in condensed phases and nanoscale systems. Key areas include surface hopping simulations, semiclassical approaches, and the development of trajectory-based frameworks for understanding quantum-classical interfaces. His work addresses challenges in Physical Chemistry and Materials Science, with applications to two-dimensional materials, nanopore systems, and polyatomic molecules. Notable contributions include energy-conserving surface hopping methodologies and innovations in simulating entangled quantum trajectories. Martens leads the Martens Group, advancing computational tools for ultrafast dynamics and nonequilibrium phenomena. Research themes span nonadiabatic coupling effects, vibrational predissociation, and quantum control in condensed phases. Recent studies investigate quantum coherence in complex environments and the interplay between classical and nonclassical dynamics in nanoscale systems. His methodologies are widely applied to analyze photofragmentation, caging effects, and shock wave spectroscopy in molecular systems.

Yongsheng ShiView profile

Professor

• RNA Processing
• Molecular Biology
• Gene Expression Regulation
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Yongsheng Shi is a Professor & Chancellor's Fellow in the Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics at the University of California, Irvine (UCI). His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of RNA processing, particularly mRNA 3' end formation, polyadenylation, and their roles in gene expression regulation. He investigates how these processes influence cellular differentiation, viral pathogenesis, and cancer biology. Key research interests include transcriptome surveillance, RNA-protein interactions, and the interplay between RNA processing and epigenetic regulation. His work employs cutting-edge techniques like PAS-seq and massively parallel reporter assays, combined with machine learning approaches, to decode complex RNA regulatory networks. Shi's publications highlight contributions to understanding herpes simplex virus effects on host mRNA processing, the role of polyadenylation in stem cell self-renewal, and the functional implications of RNA structure in gene regulation. His findings bridge basic molecular mechanisms with translational applications in cancer therapy and viral infections. He holds the prestigious Chancellor's Fellow title at UCI, reflecting recognition of his scholarly contributions. His research has implications for understanding fundamental biological processes and developing therapeutic strategies targeting RNA machinery.

Antal RotView profile

Professor

• Inflammation Sciences
• Chemokine Receptors
• Immune Response Mechanisms
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Professor Antal Rot holds a Chair in Inflammation Sciences at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), within the William Harvey Research Institute (Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry) and the Centre for Inflammation and Therapeutic Innovation. He is also a Wellcome Trust Investigator. Previously, he served as Head of Experimental Pathology at Sandoz/Novartis Forschungsinstitut in Vienna for 20 years and held professorial roles at the Universities of Birmingham and York. His research focuses on chemokine receptors' roles in inflammation and immune response mechanisms. Education: M.D. from Semmelweis University (Budapest, Hungary), followed by post-doctoral training at the National Cancer Institute (USA). Career Path: Transitioned from industry (Sandoz/Novartis) to academia in the UK since 2017. Research Interests: Molecular mechanisms of inflammation, chemokine receptor function (e.g., ACKR1, ACKR4), immune cell trafficking, and their roles in diseases like glomerulonephritis and cancer. His work bridges basic science and translational research, with emphasis on chemokine dynamics and receptor biology. Publications: Over 100 key papers, including high-impact studies in Nat Immunol and Ann Rev Immunol , focusing on chemokine receptor roles in immunity and disease. Recent work explores ACKR4 in kidney pathology and CXCR4 in erythropoiesis. Grants/Sponsors: Wellcome Trust, Versus Arthritis, Swiss National Science Foundation. Collaborators: Institutions in Germany, Switzerland, Austria (e.g., LMU Munich, ETH Zurich). Labs: Leads the Rot Lab at the Centre for Microvascular Research, specializing in inflammatory processes and chemokine biology.

• Heavy Ion Collisions
• Quark-Gluon Plasma
• General Relativity
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Dr. W. van der Schee is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science, within the Department of Theoretical Physics (ITF). He also holds a staff position at CERN. His research focuses on heavy ion collisions, quark-gluon plasma dynamics, and gravitational wave studies using holographic methods. Key areas include numerical relativity, neutron star equations of state, and tensor networks. He received the NWO Veni award in 2017. Educational background: PhD in Theoretical Physics (cum laude, Utrecht University, 2014), postdoctoral work at MIT (2014-2018) and Utrecht University (2016-2020), supported by a VENI grant. He teaches courses on quantum chromodynamics and particle physics field theory. Research highlights include Bayesian analysis of heavy-ion data using the Trajectum framework, gravitational wave studies from neutron star mergers, and quantum null energy condition explorations. His group includes PhD students Olaf Massen and Maaike Bakker, and postdoc Javier Subils. Ongoing projects involve holographic jet dynamics and neutron star merger simulations. Awards: NWO Veni award (2017). Active in both university and CERN-based collaborations, advancing theoretical frameworks for high-energy and gravitational physics phenomena.

Yasmine SassaView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum Materials
• Superconductivity
• Magnetism
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Yasmine Sassa is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Department of Light and Materials Physics. Her research focuses on quantum materials, including superconductors, magnetic systems, and topological materials. She leads the Quantum Technologies and Materials (QuTM) group since 2019, exploring electronic and magnetic properties of materials using advanced techniques like ARPES, RIXS, and muon spin spectroscopy. Her work bridges fundamental physics and technological applications, such as spintronics and quantum computing. Yasmine's educational background and courses taught include roles as a teacher for Experimental Physics (SK1105) and assistant for Electromagnetism and Waves (SK1115). Her research emphasizes unconventional superconductivity, charge modulations, and magnetic excitations. Recent studies include exploring charge order in cuprates and magnetic properties of van der Waals materials. Techniques like neutron scattering and muon spin relaxation reveal structural and magnetic dynamics across materials. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed, but her group’s work is supported by various institutional and collaborative funding mechanisms. She advises researchers in her lab, though no specific student names are provided. The QuTM group collaborates on projects involving materials synthesis, transport measurements, and theoretical modeling. Labs and teams: The QuTM group focuses on experimental and theoretical investigations of quantum materials, with a lab infrastructure enabling advanced spectroscopy and characterization tools.

Marie-Cécile PiroView profile

Associate Professor

• Astroparticle Physics
• Dark Matter Detection
• Coherent Neutrino Scattering
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Marie-Cécile Piro is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Alberta, affiliated with the McDonald Institute. Her research focuses on astroparticle physics, particularly dark matter (DM) detection and coherent neutrino scattering (CEvNS). She leads international collaborations like NEWS-G and SBC, developing advanced detector technologies such as scintillating bubble chambers and radon mitigation systems. Education: BSc/MSc/PhD in Physics from Université de Montréal (2006–2012), followed by postdoctoral research in France and Italy. She has held roles at RPI (2015–2017) before joining the University of Alberta in 2017, becoming Associate Professor in 2023. Research interests include improving detector directionality, microphysics studies, and low-energy detector calibration. She is Principal Investigator for projects like the SBC lab at UofA and the NEWS-G experiment at LSM (France). Her work addresses challenges in radon removal, detector purity, and background discrimination. Teaching includes courses on dark matter, experimental physics, and wave optics. She emphasizes mentorship, career development, and equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives. Awards include the JELF award, and she actively participates in outreach activities, including public lectures and high school engagement. Key labs and facilities: Piro Lab at UofA, collaborations at SNOLAB (Canada), LSM (France), and LNGS (Italy). Her research bridges particle physics and engineering, with applications in low-background detection and novel calibration tools.

Andreas DahlinView profile

Professor

• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• Analytical Chemistry
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Andreas Dahlin is a Full Professor in Applied Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Chalmers University of Technology. His research focuses on functional nanostructures, particularly in the design of bioanalytical devices and synthetic biological systems at the nanoscale. He leads a multidisciplinary group exploring applications in supramolecular chemistry, polymer physics, and plasmonic sensing technologies. His academic career includes a PhD in Nanoplasmonic Biosensors (2008) and extensive contributions to nanopore technology, electrochromic displays, and protein-trapping mechanisms. Dahlin has collaborated on over 79 publications, emphasizing plasmonic sensors, nanomaterials, and biomolecular interactions. Research highlights include developing nanoplasmonic architectures for membrane-mediated sensing, electrochromic materials for display technologies, and macromolecular gate systems for protein trapping. His work bridges fundamental science with applied innovations, addressing challenges in biomedicine and materials engineering. Key projects include plasmonic electronic paper, tunable structural colors, and high-contrast electrochromic devices. Dahlin actively mentors PhD and postdoctoral researchers, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to nanotechnology and sensor development.

• Nuclear Waste Management
• Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
• Solution Chemistry
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Stefan Allard is a Researcher at Chalmers University of Technology within the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, specializing in Energy and Materials . His primary roles include serving as the course coordinator for Nuclear Chemistry courses and acting as Chalmers' overall radiation protection expert. He leads research in nuclear waste repository technologies and lithium-ion battery recycling, employing solution and solvent extraction chemistry to address environmental and energy challenges. Education: Dr. Allard holds a Doctoral degree in Chemistry from Chalmers University (2005) and a Licentiate thesis (2003). His academic background includes studies in radiochemistry and materials science. Research Interests: Dr. Allard's work focuses on radioactive waste management, particularly radium and actinide chemistry, and sustainable recycling of electric vehicle batteries. He develops methods for metal extraction and separation using advanced solvent-based techniques. His research also extends to radiation safety protocols and educational frameworks in nuclear technology. Publications: His work spans over 29 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing topics like radium carbonate solubility, battery material recovery, and gamma spectrometry methodologies. Recent studies highlight innovations in solvent extraction for HEV battery metals and neutron-gamma detection techniques. Grants & Collaborations: While specific grants are not detailed, his projects involve collaborations with institutions like RISE Research Institutes of Sweden and international teams in nuclear waste management. His work aligns with initiatives like the OptiMethod project for advanced radionuclide analysis. Labs/Teams: Engaged with research groups at Chalmers focusing on Energy and Materials, particularly within the Chemistry and Chemical Engineering department. His lab work integrates chemical synthesis, analytical techniques, and environmental applications.

Michael FalkView profile

Professor

• Computational Materials Science
• Metals Processing
• Additive Manufacturing
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Michael Falk is a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Physics at Johns Hopkins University (JHU), and serves as Vice Dean for Undergraduate Education at the Whiting School of Engineering. He leads initiatives to enhance undergraduate education, curriculum development, and student mentorship. Falk holds a B.S. in Physics (1990) and M.S. in Computer Science (1991) from JHU, followed by a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of California, Santa Barbara. His academic career spans roles at the University of Michigan (2000–2008) and his return to JHU in 2008. Research Interests: Falk’s work focuses on computational materials science, simulating atomic-scale processes in materials undergoing mechanical stress, friction, or thermal changes. Key areas include amorphous/glass materials, metallic glass deformation, and additive manufacturing. He also investigates educational strategies to improve STEM engagement, particularly for underrepresented groups, and advocates for LGBTQ+ inclusion in STEM fields. Notable outreach efforts include partnerships with Baltimore City Schools to boost STEM participation. Articles Overview: Falk’s recent publications explore topics such as socio-environmental factors influencing STEM persistence, structural analysis of disordered materials, and computational models predicting material behavior under extreme conditions. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical engineering applications, emphasizing predictive modeling and interdisciplinary collaboration. Grants & Partnerships: Falk has secured funding from NSF and DOE for projects like simulation-informed additive manufacturing models and studies on crystal nucleation in composition gradients. His educational research includes NSF-funded initiatives to enhance computing literacy in engineering curricula and improve STEM accessibility in urban schools. Labs & Teams: Falk leads a research group dedicated to computational materials modeling and educational innovation. His collaborations span academic, industrial, and community partners to advance both technical and educational missions.

Thomas ShriverView profile

Professor

• Environmental Sociology
• Social Movements
• Health Sociology
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Thomas Shriver is Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at North Carolina State University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences. His research examines environmental sociology, social movements, health impacts of industrial contamination, and political sociology. Shriver's education includes a PhD and MA in Sociology from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, and a BA in Sociology from Western Kentucky University. His current projects focus on energy, environment, and social movements in the United States and Czech Republic, with specific attention to nuclear contamination, petrochemical pollution, lead, and PFAS. His extensive publication record demonstrates sustained focus on environmental justice issues, community responses to contamination, and the dynamics of social movements in authoritarian contexts. Shriver's recent work explores themes of community health, environmental grief, and racial disparities in exposure to environmental hazards.

Seth KullmanView profile

Professor

• Toxicology
• Environmental Health
• Nuclear Receptors
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Seth Kullman is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at North Carolina State University (NCSU), specializing in Toxicology & Environmental Health Sciences. His research focuses on understanding how environmental chemicals impact health through interactions with nuclear receptors and genetic pathways. He employs zebrafish and medaka fish models to study developmental toxicities, particularly in neural and endocrine systems. Key areas of interest include Vitamin D receptor (VDR) signaling, PFAS-induced immunotoxicity, and gene-environment interactions in contaminant responses. Affiliations: Center for Environmental and Health Effects of PFAS (NIEHS-funded), Center for Human Health and the Environment, and the Genetics and Genomics Academy (GGA). Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Toxicology (exact institution not specified in text). His research investigates mechanisms linking chemical exposure to cardiovascular and skeletal toxicity, leveraging the Kiyosu medaka panel to study genetic variability in contaminant responses. Collaborations include international teams from institutions like the European Molecular Biology Laboratory and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. Recent work highlights PFAS toxicity, developmental impacts of vitamin D deficiency, and advanced mass spectrometry imaging techniques for toxicant localization. His lab emphasizes evolutionary conservation of toxicological pathways across vertebrates.

• Microscopy
• Genome Organization
• Cancer Biology
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Kai Sandvold Beckwith is Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Laboratory Science at NTNU, specializing in advanced microscopy and genome organization research. Research focuses on understanding structural and functional relationships in cancer cell genomes using cutting-edge imaging technologies. Education includes a PhD in Biophysics (NTNU, 2015) and MSc in Bionanotechnology (NTNU, 2011). Professional history includes postdoctoral research at EMBL Heidelberg (2019-2023) and researcher positions at CEMIR Center of Excellence. Research utilizes nanoscale DNA tracing and fluorescence microscopy to investigate mitotic chromosome organization, host-pathogen interactions, and cellular mechanobiology. Key techniques include super-resolution microscopy, spatial genomics, and correlative imaging approaches.

• Development Economics
• Feminist Economics
• Public Policy
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Dr. Reina Ichii is a Lecturer at the School of Global, Urban and Social Studies (GUSS) at RMIT University, Australia. Her research focuses on feminist economics, gender-responsive budgeting, development economics, and public policy. She has supervised multiple PhD/Masters projects on topics including urban poor communities in West Africa, forest tenure systems in Vietnam, climate change adaptation in Cambodia, and the socio-economic impacts of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Dr. Ichii’s work emphasizes gender equality, sustainable development goals, and community-driven solutions to global challenges. She has published extensively on gender budgeting in East Asia, international trade impacts, and education policy frameworks, with notable contributions to Springer and Yuhikaku publications. Her teaching interests span feminist economic theory, public finance, and time-use research methodologies. Her recent projects include analyzing the gendered vulnerabilities of Tonle Sap riverine communities in Cambodia and evaluating the role of local governance in resolving CPEC-related disputes in Pakistan. Dr. Ichii has collaborated with UNESCO on gender equality in education and contributed to the Australian Work and Life Index. She holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0003-0082-0546) and is actively involved in supervising research on international development finance and pro-poor policy initiatives.

Marcos RigolView profile

Professor

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Theoretical Physics
• Computational Physics
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Marcos Rigol is a Distinguished Professor of Physics at the Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the Eberly College of Science's Department of Physics. His research focuses on theoretical and computational studies of quantum many-body systems, with expertise in condensed matter physics, quantum chaos, and statistical mechanics. Rigol holds a B.S. and M.S. in Nuclear Physics from the Institute of Nuclear Sciences and Technology in Cuba and a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Stuttgart. He has held leadership roles in professional societies, including the American Physical Society's Division of Computational Physics. His work explores topics such as eigenstate thermalization, quantum hydrodynamics, and entanglement entropy in both integrable and non-integrable systems. Education: B.S. in Nuclear Physics, Summa Cum Laude, ICSTN, Havana, Cuba (1999) M.S. in Nuclear Physics, ICSTN, Havana, Cuba (2000) Ph.D. in Physics, Summa Cum Laude, University of Stuttgart, Germany (2004) Rigol's research interests include the dynamics of isolated quantum systems, thermalization in many-body systems, and the application of numerical methods like linked-cluster expansions. He investigates phenomena such as quantum scars, prethermalization, and generalized Gibbs ensembles. His work bridges theoretical models with experimental systems, such as ultracold atomic gases and quantum spin systems. His awards include the American Physical Society Outstanding Referee (2021), Fellow of the AAAS (2019), and the Faculty Scholar Medal from Penn State (2019). Rigol has contributed to publications in top journals like Science , Physical Review Letters , and Nature , focusing on topics like hydrodynamization in Bose gases and entanglement entropy in quantum systems. His advising and grants emphasize interdisciplinary collaborations, with contributions to understanding quantum thermalization mechanisms and non-equilibrium dynamics. Rigol's research team engages in theoretical and numerical studies of complex quantum systems, contributing to the broader field of quantum many-body physics.