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Noor SwartView profile

Lecturer

• Human Rights Law
• Public Law
• Freedom of Assembly
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Noor Swart is a Lecturer and PhD Student in Law at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Law, specializing in the Department of Legal Methods. She holds a Master's degree in Legal Research and International Human Rights Law (2022) from the same institution. Her research focuses on the right to freedom of peaceful assembly, particularly its intersection with property rights, privacy, and reproductive rights. She has conducted a visiting research period at the University of East Anglia (2024) and secured multiple funded projects on protest-related legal issues. She serves as a PhD Representative in the Steering Committee of the Netherlands Network for Human Rights Research (NNHRR). Her work addresses topics such as buffer zones around abortion clinics, transgender healthcare access, climate activism blockades, and legal frameworks governing protests near private residences of public figures. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and contributes to public discourse through media engagements and reports.

Jonathan PattrickView profile

Research Fellow

• Pollination Biology
• Insect-Plant Interactions
• Hymenoptera Ecology
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Dr Jonathan Pattrick is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Oxford Bee Lab at the University of Oxford , within the Department of Biology. His work focuses on pollination biology, insect-plant interactions, and the biomechanics of floral visits by Hymenoptera (bees, ants, wasps). He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (biomechanics of bee-plant interactions) and an MPhil from the University of St Andrews (chemical ecology of ant-plant interactions). His current research explores how nectar composition and pollinator taste perception influence foraging strategies, with a particular interest in the energetics of pollinator behavior. He also investigates broader applications of pollination science to food security and ecological conservation. Education: MPhil, University of St Andrews (Chemical Ecology) PhD, University of Cambridge (Biomechanics) His research interests span pollination biology , insect-plant interactions , and the biomechanics of foraging , with a focus on bees and other floral visitors. Recent work examines the role of nectar amino acids in shaping pollinator behavior and the interplay between floral traits and pollinator perception. He also explores the dual functions of plant chemicals (e.g., attracting pollinators while repelling pests). Key publications highlight his contributions to understanding nectar energetics, pollinator trade-offs, and the mechanics of insect locomotion. His work on the Bee Gym™ grooming device demonstrates practical applications in bee health management. Current projects aim to bridge fundamental ecological research with real-world challenges in agriculture and conservation. Dr Pattrick collaborates widely, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to address questions at the intersection of ecology, chemistry, and biomechanics.

Sonika TyagiView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Health
• Bioinformatics
• Machine Learning
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Associate Professor Sonika Tyagi leads the Digital Health and Bioinformatics research lab at RMIT University's School of Computing Technologies. She is an affiliate Machine Learning scientist at Monash University and holds leadership roles in the Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) and Australian Research Council (ARC). Her research focuses on integrating machine learning with genomics and healthcare data to address clinical challenges, such as preterm birth prediction and antibiotic resistance. Research Interests: Multimodal data integration for personalized medicine AI-driven genomics and healthcare analytics Biomedical data standardization and infrastructure Natural language processing of unstructured medical data Key Projects: EHR-QC and EHR-ML pipelines for clinical outcome prediction GenomicBERT for genomic sequence analysis SuperbugAI flagship project on antibiotic resistance Awards: Healthcare Innovator Award 2024 (AI in Health) Women in AI (WAI) Awards Finalist 2022 Brilliant Women in Digital Health 2023 Grants & Funding: NHMRC grants (2017-2025) AISRF EMCR Fellowship (2020) Industry and university grants for equitable AI resources She advises diagnostic startups and collaborates with clinical institutions to translate research into practical solutions. Her lab trains over 30 students, focusing on interdisciplinary data science and computational biology.

Sofía CasasaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Evolutionary Developmental Biology
• Phenotypic Plasticity
• Insect Development
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Dr. Sofía Casasa is an Assistant Professor of Biology Education at Boston University. She leads the Casasa Lab which investigates the evolution of developmental mechanisms and their role in phenotypic diversity using integrative approaches combining genetics, genomics, developmental biology, ecology and behavior. Her research focuses on eco-evo-devo principles, examining how organismal development responds to environmental factors. Primary model systems include horned beetles (Onthophagus) to study plastic horn development and behavioral adaptations, and nematodes (Pristionchus) to investigate mouth polyphenism and sexual dimorphism. Research objectives include understanding genetic/genomic regulation of plastic development, integration of morphological and behavioral plasticity, and evolutionary mechanisms underlying novel traits. Her work combines transcriptomics, functional genetics, and comparative approaches across species with diverse reproductive strategies.

Richard NicholsView profile

Professor

• Population Genetics
• Evolutionary Genomics
• Bayesian Analysis
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Professor Richard Nichols of Queen Mary University of London is an evolutionary genetics expert working at the intersection of computational methods and conservation biology. His research spans diverse organisms including trees, viruses, human cancer cells, and model species like Drosophila , focusing on genetic adaptation mechanisms and population dynamics. Key collaborations with Kew Gardens for tree conservation Joint projects with Institute of Zoology on wildlife viruses Partnership with Barts Cancer Institute on chemotherapy resistance International collaboration with UNSW researchers Research focuses include: Population genetics and Bayesian analysis Genomic prediction for climate resilience Evolutionary responses to invasive species Experimental evolution in controlled systems Conservation of endangered species His work combines theoretical development with practical applications, including: Development of MAVERICK software for population structure analysis Creation of Bayallele for population size estimation Innovative approaches to genomic prediction models Scientific awards include: Fellow of the Linnean Society (FLS) Teaching contributions span undergraduate and postgraduate programs in evolutionary genetics, population genetics, and ecological interactions.

Kimberly PaczoltView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Evolutionary Biology
• Genetics
• Sexual Selection
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Kimberly Paczolt is a Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Maryland. She holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Idaho (2012). Her research focuses on evolutionary biology, particularly the interplay between meiotic drive, sexual selection, and genomic evolution in organisms like stalk-eyed flies and pipefish. She investigates how genetic elements influence sexual selection dynamics and genome stability. Dr. Paczolt has received recognition for her teaching, including the Teaching and Learning Innovation Grant (2023), and was highlighted by AAAS Science Advisor in 2024. Her work bridges genetics, behavior, and ecology, addressing questions about adaptive strategies and evolutionary conflicts. Education: Ph.D., University of Idaho, 2012 Her research interests emphasize the evolutionary consequences of meiotic drive mechanisms, X chromosome dynamics, and reproductive strategies in animals. Recent studies explore how meiotic drive impacts genome structure and function in stalk-eyed flies, as well as the role of sexual selection in shaping ornament evolution. She also examines reproductive trade-offs in pipefish, particularly male pregnancy adaptations. Dr. Paczolt’s articles highlight trends in genomic conflict, sexual selection pressures, and evolutionary adaptations. Her work contributes to understanding how genetic conflicts shape organismal traits and population dynamics. Awards: AAAS Science Advisor Feature (2024) Promotion to Senior Lecturer (2022) Teaching and Learning Innovation Grant (2023) In her role as Director of Undergraduate Studies, she oversees academic programs and mentors students in biology, fostering engagement in research and teaching excellence.

Susan DetmerView profile

Associate Professor

• Infectious Diseases
• Virology
• Swine Health
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Susan Detmer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Veterinary Pathology at the University of Saskatchewan. She specializes in molecular and phenotypic characterization of influenza A viruses and focuses on infectious diseases of swine, particularly porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), influenza A, and porcine circovirus type 2. Dr. Detmer teaches undergraduate systemic pathology, necropsy rotations, and graduate mammalian pathology courses. Her research explores viral pathogenesis in swine, including maternal-fetal interface interactions during PRRSV infections, Brachyspira-associated colitis, and influenza A virus dynamics. She has contributed to diagnostic methods for swine respiratory pathogens and vaccine efficacy studies. Publications highlight her work on viral transmission mechanisms, placental pathology in infected gilts, and global influenza A virus migration. Her studies emphasize clinical and molecular approaches to understanding swine disease epidemiology, with a focus on improving diagnostic and preventive strategies. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. She advises students in her courses but no formal advisee list is available.

Andrew BairdView profile

Research Fellow

• Coral Reef Science
• Coral Systematics & Biogeography
• Marine Ecology
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Dr. Andrew Baird is a Professorial Research Fellow and Chief Investigator at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies, James Cook University. His career spans over two decades, with roles including ARC Future Fellow (2010–2013), Principal Research Fellow, and Senior Research Fellow. He holds a Ph.D. and B.Sc. (Honours) in Marine Ecology from James Cook University. His research focuses on coral reef systematics, biogeography, and resilience to climate change. Key interests include coral reproductive strategies, bleaching mechanisms, and the impacts of environmental disturbances on reef ecosystems. Baird has contributed to landmark studies on coral spawning patterns, species delimitation, and the consequences of mass bleaching events. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles, including seminal works in Nature , Science , and Annual Review of Ecology . Notable awards include the ARC Future Fellowship and leadership in global coral reef monitoring networks. His work bridges taxonomy, ecology, and conservation, emphasizing the urgency of addressing climate-driven threats to reefs. Awards: ARC Future Fellow (2010–2013), ARC Australian Postdoctoral Fellow (2002–2005) Education: Ph.D. (JCU), B.Sc. (Honours) in Marine Ecology (JCU) Labs/Teams: ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies, Reef Ecology Lab Baird advises seven graduate students and collaborates internationally on projects like the Coral Spawning Database and BioTIME biodiversity initiative. His current work explores genomic adaptations to warming and the functional consequences of reef degradation.

Joshua L. WarrenView profile

Associate Professor

• Spatial Statistics
• Spatiotemporal Modeling
• Bayesian Statistics
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Joshua L. Warren is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biostatistics at the Yale School of Public Health. His academic appointments include primary affiliation with Biostatistics and secondary affiliations with Climate Change and Health, Public Health Modeling, Yale Superfund Research Center, and Yale-BI Biomedical Data Science Fellowship. Dr. Warren received his Ph.D. in Statistics from North Carolina State University in 2011 and completed his postdoctoral training at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has been a faculty member at Yale University since July 2014. Dr. Warren's research focuses on statistical methods in public health with an emphasis on environmental health problems. His work primarily involves: Introducing spatial and spatiotemporal models in Bayesian frameworks Studying associations between environmental exposures (particularly air pollution) and health outcomes Developing methods for analyzing data related to preterm birth, low birth weight, and congenital anomalies Applying statistical models in collaborative settings including epidemiology, geography, nutrition, and glaucoma research Theoretical work in spatial/spatiotemporal modeling and Bayesian nonparametrics His recent publications demonstrate expertise across diverse areas including environmental health, infectious disease modeling (particularly tuberculosis), reproductive health, and glaucoma research. His work frequently employs sophisticated spatial statistical methods to analyze complex public health data and identify critical windows of exposure to environmental hazards. Scientific Awards Coauthor, Kenneth Rothman Epidemiology Prize Paper (2018) First Author, Best Paper in Biometrics (2012) Dr. Warren serves as an Associate Editor for Statistics in Biosciences (2015-present) and previously for the Journal of the American Statistical Association - Theory and Methods (2018-2020). He has also served as a reviewer for organizations including the Health Effects Institute, Swiss National Science Foundation, and NIH. His research collaborations include frequent work with Nicole Deziel, Daniel Weinberger, Ted Cohen, Xiaomei Ma, Virginia Pitzer, and Yu Lan.

• Obstetrics
• Gynaecology
• Reproductive Health
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Caroline de Costa is a Professor in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at James Cook University, with a focus on maternal health, reproductive rights, and medical ethics. Her research spans clinical practice, policy analysis, and public health advocacy, particularly in abortion law reform and perinatal care.

Darren ParkerView profile

Lecturer

• Evolutionary Biology
• Molecular Ecology
• Genetics
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Dr. Darren Parker is a Lecturer in the School of Environmental & Natural Sciences at Bangor University, specializing in evolutionary biology, molecular ecology, and genetics. His research explores reproductive strategies, particularly parthenogenesis, using genomic, transcriptomic, and behavioral analyses in insects like stick insects and Drosophila. Institution: Bangor University Role: Teaching & Research Lectureship Research Interests: Evolutionary mechanisms of parthenogenesis Sex-biased gene expression and dosage compensation Genomic impacts of reproductive strategies Cold adaptation in northern fly species Behavioral ecology of clonal colonies Scientific Recognition: Recipient of the 2023 Queen's Anniversary Prize for research excellence. Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary research with teams studying stick insects, Drosophila, and medical device development for diabetic foot care.

Kentaro ShimizuView profile

Professor

• Molecular basis of biodiversity
• Speciation by genome duplication (polyploidy)
• Evolutionary genomics
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Kentaro Shimizu is a Full Professor and Director of the Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies at the University of Zurich, Switzerland. He holds additional roles as Guest Professor at Yokohama City University and Visiting Professor at Kyoto University. His research focuses on molecular mechanisms of biodiversity, speciation via polyploidy, and evolutionary genomics of plants (Arabidopsis, wheat, tropical trees) and humans. He develops tools like HomeoRoq for polyploid RNA-seq analysis and GeLaTo for integrating genetic and linguistic data. Education: Ph.D. in Biology, Kyoto University (1997–2002) B.S. in Biology, Kyoto University (1993–1997) Research Interests: His work bridges evolutionary biology, ecology, and computational biology. Key areas include: Genomic basis of speciation and adaptation in polyploid plants Plant defense mechanisms against herbivores Language evolution correlations with genetic diversity Development of bioinformatics tools for genomic analysis Awards: 2015 NISTEP Award for contributions to research Grants & Leadership: Swiss representative of the Multinational Arabidopsis Steering Committee Director of the PhD Program in Evolutionary Biology (2016–present) Co-director of the University Research Priority Program 'Evolution in Action' (2021–2024) Labs & Teams: His lab integrates fieldwork, genomics, and machine learning to study plant evolution. Collaborations span institutions globally, including projects on wheat resistance and tropical tree conservation.

Luis-Miguel CHEVINView profile

Researcher

• Adaptive Evolution
• Phenotypic Plasticity
• Eco-evolutionary Dynamics
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Luis-Miguel CHEVIN is a CNRS Research Director at the Centre d'Écologie Fonctionnelle et Évolutive (CEFE) in Montpellier, France, where he leads research in evolutionary and behavioral ecology, focusing on adaptation to changing environments. He is affiliated with the Genetics and Evolutionary Ecology group within the Department of Evolutionary and Behavioral Ecology. His work integrates theoretical modeling, experimental evolution using the microalga Dunaliella salina , and analysis of natural populations. His research interests include adaptive evolution, phenotypic plasticity, eco-evolutionary dynamics, evolutionary rescue, and the genetics of adaptation. He investigates how organisms adapt to fluctuating environments, combining quantitative genetics, population modeling, and empirical studies. His work spans molecular, physiological, and population levels, with a strong emphasis on predicting evolutionary responses under environmental change. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on phenotypic plasticity, environmental predictability, experimental evolution, and the demographic consequences of adaptation. Themes include multi-level plasticity, programmed cell death in unicellular organisms, fluctuating selection, and genotype-phenotype mapping. His work increasingly integrates omics data with evolutionary theory. ERC Starting Grant (FluctEvol, 2016–2021) Newton International Fellow, Imperial College London (2009–2011) Selected by Faculty of 1000 (2010, 2013, 2016) He advises multiple postdoctoral researchers and students, and leads or participates in funded projects such as ComplexAdapt (2022–2024), InterAdapt (2021–2022), and previously ContempEvol (2011–2015) and EvolMarin (2015–2018). He is also the head of the French network GDR PlasPhen (2019–2023) and served as Associate Editor for Evolution (2016–2018). His lab combines theoretical and experimental approaches to study adaptation in real and simulated environments.

• Genetics
• Entomology
• Biological Control
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Kelley Leung serves as a Research Associate at the Laboratory of Genetics, conducting specialized research at the intersection of genetics, entomology, and biological control. Her work primarily investigates polyploidy phenomena in insects, with a focus on parasitoid wasps like Nasonia vitripennis, and explores applications for sustainable pest management. She currently leads the PostDoc project 'Polyploidy in wasp evolution and bee conservation' (2024-2027), examining evolutionary implications of polyploidy for insect conservation and agricultural biocontrol systems. Dr. Leung's research spans several critical domains in evolutionary genetics and applied entomology: Polyploid evolution mechanisms in Hymenoptera Genetic consequences of ploidy manipulation (diploidy/triploidy) Inbreeding and outbreeding depression in captive insect populations Artificial selection potential for biocontrol trait enhancement Host-parasitoid interaction dynamics in polyploid systems Genetic variation maintenance in biological control agents Her recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a cohesive research trajectory centered on polyploidy applications in biological control. Key thematic trends include experimental validation of triploid utility in parasitoid wasps, systematic analysis of genetic variation parameters for trait evolvability, and innovative approaches to studying animal polyploid evolution through neopolyploid line creation. These works collectively advance the integration of evolutionary genetics principles with practical pest management solutions, demonstrating how ploidy manipulation can enhance biocontrol agent efficacy while addressing conservation challenges. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards documented in available information Dr. Leung serves as Project Leader for the active grant 'Polyploidy in wasp evolution and bee conservation' (2024-2027), collaborating with co-PIs B. Pannebakker and J. van den Heuvel. This research investigates evolutionary adaptations in polyploid wasps with implications for bee conservation strategies. No formal student advisees are documented in the provided materials, though her collaborative publications indicate mentorship within research teams. The project has generated significant academic engagement, with multiple publications receiving attention from scientific networks and social media platforms. Her laboratory work centers on the Laboratory of Genetics, where she develops and analyzes neopolyploid insect lines using advanced genetic techniques. This research environment fosters collaboration with international experts including L.W. Beukeboom and B.J. Zwaan, focusing on experimental evolution approaches to study polyploid phenomena. Current team efforts prioritize establishing genetic protocols for ploidy manipulation in parasitoid wasps and assessing fitness consequences for biocontrol applications.

Gillian BlackView profile

Professor

• Family Law
• Adult Relationships
• Parent/Child Relationships
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Gillian Black is a Professor of Scots Private Law at the University of Edinburgh's School of Law, affiliated with the Edinburgh Centre for Private Law. She also serves as Commissioner of the Scottish Law Commission. Her roles include teaching and research in family law, contract law, privacy, data protection, and heraldry. She holds qualifications as a solicitor and has prior experience in commercial contracts and academic teaching. Education: LLB (Hons), Dip LP, Solicitor, PhD (completed part-time between 2005-2009). Research focuses on personality rights (privacy/publicity), contract law, and family law reforms. Notable publications include Publicity Rights and Image (2011) and contributions to Woolman on Contract . Recent research explores privacy in family contexts and contractual frameworks for family relationships, including prenuptial agreements. She has led projects like the Family Law Academic Network Scotland (FLANS) and contributed to medical law governance frameworks. Active in academic engagement: delivered 50+ talks/activities since 2022, including invited lectures on heraldry law reform and family law updates. Media contributions include legal commentary on privacy laws and paternity cases.