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Jan Dombrowski, M.D. serves as Associate Professor of Clinical Radiation Oncology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He is a core faculty member of the University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) and practices within Accountable Health Partners (AHP), providing specialized cancer care across three major facilities: Pluta Cancer Center in Henrietta, Wilmot Cancer Center at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, and Wilmot Cancer Institute in Webster. His academic foundation includes an M.D. from Jefferson Medical College (1989), followed by an Internal Medicine internship at Bryn Mawr Hospital (1989-1990) and Radiation Oncology residency at University of Rochester Medical Center (1990-1993). Board certified by the American Board of Radiology, he maintains active clinical practice with new patient acceptance. Dr. Dombrowski's research bridges viral oncogenesis, immunosuppression mechanisms, and thermal-chemotherapy synergies. His work spans fundamental virology (rabbit fibroma virus studies) to clinical applications (DCIS prevention strategies), with recent focus on optimizing breast cancer prevention protocols through specialized clinics. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent exploration of immune-viral-cancer interactions since the 1980s. Analysis of his publication timeline reveals evolving expertise: early foundational work on viral immunosuppression (1984-1988), transition to therapeutic combinations (hyperthermia/chemotherapy), and contemporary clinical implementation studies. The 2025 DCIS publication exemplifies his current patient-centered approach to preventive oncology. At the Wilmot Cancer Institute, Dr. Dombrowski leads multidisciplinary teams delivering personalized radiation oncology services. His practice integrates cutting-edge research with compassionate care across Rochester's integrated cancer network, emphasizing patient education and shared decision-making as evidenced by exceptional patient satisfaction metrics.

• Radiation Oncology
• Cancer Research
• Immunotherapy
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Daniel T. Kawakyu-O'Connor, M.D. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Imaging Sciences at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), where he serves as Chief of the Division of Emergency Imaging since 2017. His clinical expertise spans emergency radiology, trauma imaging, and advanced stroke imaging modalities. Education: Dartmouth College (Biophysical Chemistry & Studio Art), Tulane University School of Medicine (MD) Certifications: American Board of Radiology Training: Residency and Fellowship at URMC, Internal Medicine Internship at Ochsner Medical Foundation His research focuses on advanced imaging techniques for acute stroke, spinal trauma, and breast cancer diagnostics, particularly cone-beam breast CT . Institutional work includes physician wellness, antiracism initiatives, and medical education reform. He has expanded the emergency imaging division from 1 to 8 faculty members with diverse subspecialties. Recent publications analyze vascular trauma imaging , spinal cord compression , and medical device complications . Collaborative work with institutions across radiology subspecialties demonstrates his interdisciplinary approach. He actively participates in university governance through the Faculty Senate and Medical Faculty Council.

• Emergency Radiology
• Neuroimaging
• Breast Cancer Imaging
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Scott A. Gerber is an Associate Professor at the University of Rochester with joint appointments in the Department of Surgery , Department of Microbiology and Immunology , and Department of Radiation Oncology . He co-directs the Center for Tumor Immunology Research and is affiliated with the Wilmot Cancer Center . Ph.D. in Microbiology & Immunology (University of Rochester, 2005) Post-doctoral Training at Yale University (2005-2008) Research Interests focus on tumor immunology , enhancing radiation therapy through immunotherapy , and targeting the tumor microenvironment in pancreatic and rectal cancers . His work explores CD8+ T cell activation , immunosuppressive neutrophils , and CAR T cell migration . Recent publications highlight advancements in SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy) efficacy via immune modulation, PD-L1 and LIF inhibition , and IL-12 nanotechnology for pancreatic cancer. His lab has also pioneered terahertz imaging for tumor detection and shear wave elastography for radiation response stratification. Scientific Awards include grants from the National Cancer Institute , URMC Outstanding Teacher Award , Wilmot Cancer Institute Collaborative Award , and multiple pilot grants from Clinical and Translational Science Institute and UR/UB Genomics Collaborative . Education & Training : Ph.D., University of Rochester (2005) MS, University of Rochester (2001) BS, SUNY Fredonia (1997) Postdoctoral, Yale University (2005-2008) Lab Members include Jian Ye (Research Assistant Professor), Gary Hannon (Postdoctoral Associate), and graduate students Sarah Eckl and Maggie Lesch .

• Tumor Immunology
• Immunotherapy
• Radiation Oncology
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David I. Yule, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry , holding dual appointments in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology and the Department of Medicine, Gastroenterology/Hepatology . His research focuses on intracellular calcium signaling in exocrine cells , particularly pancreatic acinar cells and salivary gland cells , investigating how IP3 receptors and ryanodine receptors regulate fluid secretion , enzyme release , and pathophysiological responses in diseases like acute pancreatitis and Sjögren's Syndrome . Ph.D., University of Liverpool (1989) B.S., Portsmouth Polytechnic (1985) Postdoctoral work: MRC Secretory Control Group, University of Liverpool and University of Michigan Yule's lab employs high-speed confocal microscopy , antisense technology , and fluorescence imaging to dissect agonist-specific signaling pathways and calcium release site organization . Current projects include studying IP3 receptor phosphorylation , genetic defects in calcium signaling linked to dry mouth diseases, and mitochondrial interactions in calcium dynamics. His recent 15 most influential publications span topics from IP3R isoform regulation in gluconeogenesis to calcium oscillation modeling and Bcl-2 family modulation of apoptotic signaling . Collaborative work with institutions like Stanford and KU Leuven has produced key insights into organellar calcium channels . Recipient of the Louis C. Lasagna Professorship in Experimental Therapeutics (2016) Awarded with the 2016 Convocation Award at University of Rochester As mentor, Yule supervises graduate students in multidisciplinary research, including projects on radiation-induced salivary dysfunction (Amanda Wahl, NIH F31 awardee) and mitochondrial Ca²⁺ handling . His lab maintains a 3D computational modeling partnership with J. Sneyd to integrate experimental data with theoretical frameworks.

• Intracellular Calcium Signaling
• Exocrine Cell Physiology
• Signal Transduction
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Jostein Kjærandsen is a Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, affiliated with Tromsø University Museum. His research focuses on insect diversity patterns, taxonomic frameworks, and the functional evolution of organs like genitalia and wings within Diptera, particularly Sciaroidea (fungus gnats). Research Interests : Taxonomy, biosystematics, DNA barcoding, molecular phylogeny, and biodiversity assessment of Diptera, especially Mycetophilidae and Keroplatidae. Students : Supervised PhD candidate Jon Peder Lindemann. Email : jostein.kjarandsen@uit.no Recent Articles highlight integrative taxonomy using DNA barcoding, molecular phylogenies of fungus gnats, and the role of museum collections in species discovery. His work addresses taxonomic impediments for 'dark taxa' while advancing reference libraries for global biodiversity studies.

• Insect diversity patterns
• Taxonomy
• Biosystematics
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Amelia Carolina Sparavigna is a Tenured Assistant Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT), Politecnico di Torino . Her research spans image processing , liquid crystal physics , and thermal conductivity in solids, with interdisciplinary applications in archaeology , cultural heritage protection , and environmental studies . She leads the Image Processing for Physics and Environmental Studies research unit, applying fractional calculus and variational methods to satellite imagery analysis. Research Themes : Mesophase transitions in liquid crystals, entropy-based image analysis, thermal modeling for energy/environmental applications (phase change materials, solar radiation simulation), and satellite archaeology (geoglyphs, desert kites, ancient settlements). Academic Contributions : Over 15 years of publications on thermal conductivity of diamond, nematic-smectic phase transitions, and electromagnetic shielding textiles. Recent work focuses on κ-statistics for epidemiology and entropy in image analysis. Labs & Collaborations : Member of the Institute of Fundamental Physics and Materials for Nanotechnology and Generalized Statistical Mechanics of Complex Systems research group at DISAT. Teaching : Delivers Fisica II (Physics II) for Computer Engineering at Politecnico di Torino.

• Image Processing
• Liquid Crystals
• Solid State Physics
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R. J. Dwayne Miller serves as University Professor in both the Department of Chemistry and Department of Physics at the University of Toronto. He also holds significant international appointments as Co-founding Director of the Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter in Hamburg, Germany, and previously directed the Max Planck Group at Centre for Free Electron Laser Science/DESY. His research focuses on understanding molecular reaction dynamics with particular emphasis on the connection between chemistry driving biological functions and the highly optimized structures in biological systems. Miller received his B.Sc. Honours from the University of Manitoba (1974-1978) under Professor Bryan R. Henry, followed by a Ph.D. from Stanford University (1978-1983) with Professor Michael D. Fayer. After a NATO Science Fellowship at Université Joseph Fourier (1983-1984), he began his academic career at the University of Rochester, progressing from Assistant Professor to full Professor before joining the University of Toronto in 1995, where he was promoted to University Professor in 2007. Professor Miller's research spans three interrelated areas: energy transduction in biological systems; interfacial structure and reaction dynamics; and high-order nonlinear laser spectroscopies as probes of liquid and protein 'memory' functions. His group has pioneered the development of ultrabright electron sources that enable direct observation of atomic motions during chemical reactions - creating what they call 'atomic movies.' This groundbreaking work accomplished one of science's dream experiments by bringing the chemist's collective thought experiment of chemistry to direct observation. Their research has challenged established paradigms, particularly in quantum biology where they demonstrated that nature exploits dissipation rather than avoiding it to direct energy transport in photosynthesis. Analysis of Miller's recent publications reveals a consistent progression from fundamental studies of energy transport to practical applications. His group has evolved their electron diffraction techniques to achieve unprecedented spatial and temporal resolution, enabling observation of atomic motions during barrier crossing in catalysis and resolving full enzymatic cycles. A significant trend is their development of serial electron diffraction methods requiring only nanograms of material, which could revolutionize structural biology and chemical synthesis by enabling 'lab on a chip' approaches with orders of magnitude higher throughput. Fellow of the Royal Society (2023) Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada Fellow of the Chemical Institute of Canada Fellow of the Optical Society of America Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry European Physical Society Prize for Laser Science A.P. Sloan Fellowship Camille and Henry Dreyfus Fellowship Guggenheim Fellowship Humboldt Award Presidential Young Investigator Rutherford Medal in Chemistry CIC Medal McNeil Medal for Science Promotion Professor Miller has secured substantial funding for his innovative research in ultrafast science, leading to numerous technological breakthroughs. His group has developed the Picosecond Infrared Laser (PIRL) technology, which enables minimally invasive surgery with intact molecular signatures for guidance and scar-free healing. This technology has been successfully applied in stapes surgery for hearing loss recovery and in treatments for glaucoma. His work on six-wave mixing spectroscopy has opened new avenues for investigating intermolecular forces that determine the dynamic structure of liquids and proteins. The Miller Group is housed in the Lash Miller Chemical Laboratories at the University of Toronto, where they maintain state-of-the-art instrumentation they've developed. Their labs include ultrabright electron sources sufficient to 'light up atomic motions' and observe chemistry at the atomic level. The group is working toward establishing the Centre for Atomically Resolved Dynamics to promote collaborative research. They maintain strong international connections, particularly with the Max Planck Institute in Hamburg, reflecting Miller's dual appointments in Canada and Germany.

• Physical Chemistry
• Molecular Reaction Dynamics
• Ultrafast Spectroscopy
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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.

• Image Reconstruction
• Medical Imaging
• Quantitative MRI
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Dr. Casey Philbin is an Assistant Research Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry and the Hitchcock Center for Chemical Ecology. His work focuses on phytochemical ecometabolomics, plant-herbivore interactions, and integrating traditional ecological knowledge with metabolomic data. He uses advanced mass spectrometry tools like the Agilent 6560 IM-QTOF to study natural products and ecological chemistry. Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry (UNR, 2019), M.S. in Food Science and Nutrition (OSU, 2006), B.S. in Chemistry (UC Berkeley, 2000). Research interests include ecometabolomics, pharmacognosy, and the ecological roles of plant secondary metabolites. His work spans from molecular mechanisms in plant defense to community-level ecological impacts. Recent studies explore how phytochemical profiles influence herbivore communities and human-ecological interactions. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches in chemical ecology, including studies on cyanobacterial metabolites, plant-insect interactions, and genomic responses to environmental stress. His research bridges ecological, chemical, and anthropological perspectives to address biodiversity and sustainability challenges.

• Ecometabolomics
• Plant-herbivore interactions
• Phytochemistry
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Dr. Brendon Boudinot serves as the Head of Entomology II at the Senckenberg Society for Nature Research, leading research in evolutionary and systematic morphology with a focus on insects, particularly ants. His work integrates advanced techniques like micro-CT scanning and phylogenetic statistics to study insect anatomy and evolutionary history. Dr. Boudinot is known for his contributions to understanding ant evolution through fossil analysis, including seminal studies on Cretaceous ants and their morphological adaptations. His research spans formicidae systematics, fossil insect morphology, and the evolutionary origins of parasitoid wasps and other hexapods. He frequently publishes in peer-reviewed journals and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving amber fossils, as seen in his co-hosting of the podcast 'Weird Species' discussing entomological curiosities. Dr. Boudinot’s expertise also extends to insect genital homology, functional morphology, and the application of phenomics in entomology. His work bridges paleontology and modern systematics, providing critical insights into the biodiversity of Mesozoic insects and their descendants.

• Entomology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Systematic Morphology
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Sterling Nesbitt is a Professor of Geobiology at Virginia Tech's Department of Geosciences within the College of Science. His research focuses on the evolution of Mesozoic terrestrial vertebrates, particularly archosaurs (dinosaurs, crocodilians, and their relatives), with emphasis on the Triassic Period. He leads a lab group conducting fieldwork in Zambia, Tanzania, Argentina, and the southwestern US, and teaches courses including 'Evolution of the Vertebrates' and 'Introduction to Paleobiology.' Education: PhD in Geosciences from Columbia University (2009), BA in Integrative Biology from UC Berkeley (2004). Current students include PhD candidates Helen Burch (ecological modeling), Isaac Pugh (microvertebrate accumulations), Brynden Perkins (silesaurid evolution), and Emily Keeble (vertebrate functional morphology). He holds affiliations with institutions like the American Museum of Natural History and the National Museum of Natural History. Research interests center on archosaur phylogeny, growth dynamics, and how preservation and morphology influence paleontological interpretations. Notable work includes discovering venomous reptiles from the Late Triassic and redefining dinosaur origins through Teleocrater studies. His NSF CAREER Award supports investigations into Triassic-Jurassic vertebrate transitions. Publications emphasize Triassic vertebrate ecosystems, with recent trends focusing on lagerpetids, pterosaur origins, and the role of climate in shaping faunal distributions. Lab activities include anatomical studies using CT scanning and collaborations with global museums.

• Mesozoic vertebrate evolution
• Archosaur evolution
• Reptile systematics
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Professor Mark Sherlock is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) and a Consultant Endocrinologist at Beaumont Hospital in Dublin. He graduated from RCSI in 2000 and completed his specialist endocrinology training in Beaumont Hospital and the University of Birmingham. His research focuses on pituitary and adrenal diseases, salt/water homeostasis, and thyroid disorders. He has authored over 70 peer-reviewed publications and six book chapters. Education: MB (Hons), BCh, BAO, LRCPI/SI (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) MD (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland) PhD (University of Birmingham) Research Interests: Adrenal and pituitary diseases Salt and water balance disorders Therapeutic strategies for endocrine conditions Patient outcomes in hypopituitarism Grants include projects funded by the Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust, and industry partners. Collaborations span institutions in Ireland, the UK, Germany, and Spain. His clinical roles involve managing endocrine conditions and advancing care through translational research. Key contributions include optimizing glucocorticoid replacement therapy and investigating hyponatremia treatment. His work emphasizes improving health-related quality of life for patients with endocrine disorders.

• Endocrinology
• Pituitary and Adrenal Disease
• Salt and Water Homeostasis
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Daniela C. Rößler is a behavioral and evolutionary ecologist leading an Emmy Noether Research Group at the University of Bonn’s Bonn Institute for Organismic Biology (Section II - Animal Diversity). She is also an affiliated scientist at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior in Konstanz. Her work focuses on animal coloration, sensory ecology, and behavior, particularly in jumping spiders and amphibians like harlequin toads. Research priorities include anti-predator adaptations, sleep ecology in spiders (including the discovery of REM-like sleep states), and the evolution of multi-eyed visual systems. Her research integrates field and lab experiments to explore questions rooted in natural observations. She collaborates globally and mentors interns and students, emphasizing interdisciplinary and equity-focused science. Recent work highlights the ongoing amphibian extinction crisis and the ecological significance of sleep in arthropods. Awards include the prestigious Emmy Noether grant supporting her independent research group. Key areas of study include: predator-prey dynamics, sleep architecture in spiders, and the functional role of coloration in anti-predator strategies. Ongoing projects aim to establish sleep’s prevalence and ecological roles across spiders, while also addressing amphibian conservation challenges.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Sensory Ecology
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Peter Eggenberger Hotz is a researcher at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) , affiliated with the School of Engineering . His work bridges Artificial Intelligence , Medical Imaging , and Computational Modeling . As a team member in projects like Bio-Hybrid Hierarchical Organoid-Synthetic Tissues (Bio-HhOST) and DIR3CT: Deep Image Reconstruction through X-Ray Projection-based 3D Learning , he focuses on Deep Learning applications in Computed Tomography and Radiation Therapy .

• Deep Learning
• Medical Imaging
• Artificial Intelligence
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John Conran is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Adelaide's Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology. His research integrates molecular and morphological approaches to study the evolution, palaeobotany, and biogeography of Australasian plants, particularly monocots, conifers, carnivorous plants, and weeds. He investigates how climate change has influenced diversification in ancient plant groups, especially in nutrient-poor environments. His work emphasizes character evolution in response to historical climate shifts, with major projects including collaborations with the University of Otago on Miocene fossil floras in New Zealand and with China's Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanic Gardens on tropical plant families. Research interests span palaeobotany, evolutionary biology, and ecology.

• Palaeobotany
• Evolutionary Biology
• Plant Systematics
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