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Claus O. Wilke is a Professor and holds the Jane and Roland Blumberg Centennial Professorship in Molecular Evolution at The University of Texas at Austin, with appointments in the Department of Integrative Biology, Statistics and Data Sciences, and Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Graduate Programs. Wilke earned his PhD in Theoretical Physics from Ruhr-University Bochum, Germany, and completed postdoctoral training with Chris Adami at Caltech. His research focuses on computational evolutionary biology, bioinformatics, and biostatistics, with particular emphasis on molecular evolution (virus evolution and protein evolution biophysics), systems biology, and bacterial physiology. His work bridges theoretical approaches with biological applications through frequent collaborations with experimental groups. Wilke has made significant contributions to data visualization through his R packages including cowplot, ggridges, and ggtext, and as a core contributor to ggplot2. His 2019 book Fundamentals of Data Visualization has become a standard reference in the field, providing comprehensive guidance on effective visualization principles and techniques. Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) (2023) Fellow, American Physical Society (APS), Division of Biological Physics (2019) Kavli Frontiers of Science Fellow (2013) Leading Texas Innovator by The Academy of Medicine, Engineering, and Science of Texas (TAMEST) (2011) Teaching Excellence Award, College of Natural Sciences, UT Austin (2010) His nearly 200 publications demonstrate consistent productivity across computational biology, molecular evolution, and data visualization. Wilke leads The Wilke Lab at UT Austin, which provides research opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers interested in computational approaches to evolutionary questions. Beyond research, he maintains an active blog discussing data visualization techniques, R programming, and scientific computing best practices.

• Computational Biology
• Molecular Evolution
• Protein Biochemistry
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Dr. Maureen Hood serves as Associate Professor of Radiology and Bioengineering at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) and functions as a clinical scientist. She maintains dual affiliation with the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) as a cardiovascular MR imaging consultant and MR safety expert, driving translational research in military and veteran healthcare settings. Her educational foundation includes: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minor in Mathematics, University of Puget Sound Associate of Technical Arts in Radiologic Technology, Tacoma Community College Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Maryland, School of Nursing Master of Science in Nursing Informatics, University of Maryland, School of Nursing Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Research, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Dr. Hood's research program bridges engineering and clinical medicine through advanced imaging techniques. Her cardiac MRI work establishes critical correlations between T1/T2 mapping sequences and histological markers in heart failure models, while her current focus on ultrasound-mediated drug delivery targets precision treatment for infections. This dual trajectory in diagnostic imaging innovation and therapeutic application defines her unique contribution to biomedical science. Publication analysis reveals consistent expertise in cardiac MRI physics and safety spanning two decades. Her work demonstrates progressive technical sophistication from foundational contrast agent research to advanced quantitative mapping techniques, with strong emphasis on preclinical validation and clinical translation. Key thematic threads include myocardial tissue characterization, vascular imaging optimization, and rigorous safety protocols for MR environments. Scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the American Heart Association (2015-present) Best Cardiac MR Poster at NASCI Annual Meeting (2011) Linda Strangio Editor’s Award from ARNA (2006) Dr. Hood directs significant research initiatives including the Early Career Scientist Award-funded project on ultrasound-enhanced antibiotic delivery for osteomyelitis. Her leadership extends to editorial responsibilities for Military Medicine and abstract grading for major cardiology/radiology societies, demonstrating commitment to scholarly advancement beyond direct research output. She actively shapes the field through leadership roles in the American Heart Association's Leadership Council on Cardiovascular Radiology, the ISMRM MR Safety Committee, and NASCI research committee, fostering collaborative networks that integrate military medical imaging with broader academic radiology communities.

• Imaging Science
• Cardiac MRI
• MR Safety
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Dr. Flora Hammond is Professor and Chair of the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Indiana University School of Medicine, as well as Chief of Medical Affairs and Brain Injury Co-Medical Director at the Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana. She serves as Project Director of the Indiana Traumatic Brain Injury Model System and holds leadership positions in multiple national organizations focused on brain injury rehabilitation. Dr. Hammond's research program focuses on long-term issues confronting individuals with disability, treatment effectiveness, and the transition from acute to lifelong care models for brain injury. Her work spans both traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury rehabilitation, with particular emphasis on functional outcomes, comorbidities, and social determinants of health. She has helped pioneer the understanding that brain injury care must extend far beyond initial rehabilitation to optimize lifelong outcomes. With over 220 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Hammond has made significant contributions to understanding recovery trajectories 5-15 years following traumatic brain injury, the impact of comorbidities on long-term outcomes, and the development of assessment tools for functional recovery. Her recent work addresses critical contemporary issues including telemedicine, voting accessibility for people with disabilities, and opioid prescribing guidelines for TBI patients. 2001 Association of Academic Physiatrists Young Academician Award 2011 Brain Injury Association of America William Caveness Award 2016 Robert L. Moody Prize for Distinguished Initiatives in Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Research 2017 American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Distinguished Member Award As Project Director of the Indiana Traumatic Brain Injury Model System, Dr. Hammond leads one of the longest-running longitudinal research programs on TBI outcomes in the United States. Her work has informed national guidelines and policy through collaborations with the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine and the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research. She actively mentors junior researchers and clinicians while maintaining her commitment to patient care, education, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities.

• Brain Injury Rehabilitation
• Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
• Disability Care
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Jennifer Rundels is a tenured Associate Professor and Research and Instruction Librarian at Central Michigan University Libraries, serving as the dedicated business librarian for the College of Business Administration. She provides comprehensive research support and information literacy instruction across all business departments including Business Information Systems, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance and Law, Management, and Marketing, Hospitality, and Logistics. Additionally, she teaches LIB 197: Introduction to Library and Information Research in both on-campus and online formats, reaching a broad undergraduate audience with foundational research skills training. Her educational background includes: Master of Arts in Educational Technology, Central Michigan University (2012) Master of Library and Information Science, Wayne State University (1995) Bachelor of Arts in English, magna cum laude, Oakland University (1993) Professor Rundels' research program bridges theoretical frameworks with practical library applications. She pioneers innovative methodologies like ATP bioluminescence technology for measuring library space cleanliness, explores career trajectory analysis for distance librarians, and develops enhanced research consultation models. Her work consistently examines the intersection of educational technology with information literacy instruction, particularly in business education contexts where threshold concepts present unique challenges. This focus on practical implementation distinguishes her contributions to library science literature. Her publication record demonstrates sustained scholarly activity from 2013-2023, with recent high-impact work in The Journal of Academic Librarianship and Business Horizons. The 2023 publications reveal two distinct research trajectories: one applying biotechnology to physical library management, and another analyzing business research methodologies through unconventional lenses like golf. This diversity reflects her ability to connect library science with broader academic and practical concerns while maintaining focus on student outcomes and librarian effectiveness. Professor Rundels maintains active scholarly engagement through conference presentations at venues like the Distance Library Services Conference and Great Lakes Conference on Teaching and Learning. Her editorial work on conference proceedings demonstrates leadership in the distance librarianship community. While specific grant details aren't public, her ongoing publication record in peer-reviewed journals indicates sustained research activity. She provides direct research consultation support for business students and faculty, with potential for student involvement in her active projects examining library space utilization and information literacy assessment. Although she does not lead a named research laboratory, Professor Rundels operates within CMU Libraries' collaborative research culture. Her work frequently involves cross-departmental teams, as evidenced by the library cleanliness study and business networking research. She contributes to the academic community through editorial roles for conference proceedings and by developing practical frameworks for implementing information literacy standards in credit-bearing courses, demonstrating commitment to advancing professional practice beyond individual research projects.

• Information Literacy Frameworks
• Career Paths in Librarianship
• Library Space Cleanliness Measurement
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