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Jason CharngView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Retinal Gene Therapy
• Ophthalmology
• Optometry
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Jason Charng is a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Optometry at the University of Western Australia (UWA) and a Research Fellow at the Lions Eye Institute. His research focuses on retinal gene therapy assessments, epidemiology of eye diseases, and improving global eye care access. He holds dual appointments in academia and clinical research. Education: PhD (2015, University of Melbourne), MPhil (2010, University of Melbourne), Bachelor of Optometry (2007, University of Melbourne). Professional affiliations include editorial roles at Clinical and Experimental Optometry and The Asia-Pacific Journal of Ophthalmology. Research Interests: Functional/structural assessments for retinal gene therapy Optimizing clinical outcome measures (e.g., microperimetry, pupillometry) Public health initiatives to address vision disparities Grants & Projects: Leading initiatives on gene therapy efficacy evaluation, eye health literacy in disadvantaged communities, and machine learning applications in retinal imaging. Awards: Recipient of the 2023 award for advancing pupillometry as a clinical standard.

David GlanceView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Health Informatics
• Artificial Intelligence
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David Glance is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Physics, Maths and Computing, specializing in Computer Science and Software Engineering at The University of Western Australia. He holds a PhD in Physiology from Imperial College London (1985), focusing on placental blood flow mechanisms. His research expertise spans Cybersecurity, Health Informatics, AI, and Cloud Computing with notable work in adversarial machine learning, deep learning applications in healthcare, and ethical AI governance. Dr. Glance has contributed to 41 research outputs and secured 15 grants, including projects on dementia screening tools for Indigenous populations and AI-driven diagnostic support systems. His research interests emphasize translating technology into clinical practice, such as diabetic foot risk calculators and cancer diagnostic tools for general practitioners. Collaborations include global health organizations and interdisciplinary teams. He has advised on Australian parliamentary submissions regarding AI ethics and human rights in technology. Dr. Glance's work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. Recent publications explore adversarial attacks on deep learning models, cognitive bias modification for depression prevention, and visual field analysis using deep learning. He has led grants totaling over AUD millions, including a 4-year project enhancing Indigenous cognitive assessment tools. His engagement includes submissions to parliamentary inquiries and white papers on AI governance, reflecting his commitment to technology's societal impacts.

Allison McKendrickView profile

Professor

• Optometry
• Neuroscience
• Glaucoma Research
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Allison McKendrick is a Professor and Chair of Optometry Research at the University of Western Australia (UWA) and the Lions Eye Institute. She holds an honorary position as Professor at the University of Melbourne since 2022. Her research focuses on understanding vision processing in health and disease, particularly in glaucoma, migraine, and neuro-ophthalmic disorders. She has over 20 years of experience and employs advanced neuroimaging and electrophysiological techniques. Education: BScOptom, MScOptom, PGCertOcTher, PhD. Her work addresses clinical translation of vision science, including developing improved diagnostic tools and assessing the impact of vision loss on daily life. She has secured significant funding from ARC, NHMRC, philanthropic organizations, and industry partners. Key research areas include: Visual field assessment methodologies Age-related visual decline Cortical excitability in migraine Rural eye care accessibility Structural-functional mapping in glaucoma Notable funding grants include ARC Discovery projects (e.g., DP190103141, DP180102596) and NHMRC projects (e.g., GNT1081874). She has published over 190 peer-reviewed articles and led major initiatives like the Open Perimetry Initiative and telemedicine projects. Current active projects focus on en face optical coherence tomography for glaucoma detection, needs-based primary care planning, and pediatric vision testing in eye/brain disorders. She supervises higher-degree research students and collaborates internationally on vision science advancements.

• Pediatric Ophthalmology
• Corneal Surgery
• Glaucoma Treatment
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Bibiana J. Reiser, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, affiliated with Keck Medicine of USC and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). She specializes in pediatric anterior segment surgery, with dual fellowship training in adult and pediatric corneal and refractive surgery, and glaucoma. Her expertise includes high-volume pediatric corneal transplantation and laser vision correction in children, leveraging CHLA’s dedicated in-operatory excimer laser system for procedures under general anesthesia. Dr. Reiser graduated from the Keck School of Medicine in 2001 and completed her residency at UCI Medical Center. Her research focuses on pediatric corneal transplant rejection mechanisms, physiologic cupping in pediatric optic nerves, and pediatric refractive surgery efficacy. She investigates aqueous humor biomarkers in ocular cancers like retinoblastoma and uveal melanoma, advancing liquid biopsy techniques. Dr. Reiser teaches residents at USC and has received the Knights Templar Educational Foundation Grant for her contributions to surgical innovation and education. Her publications span over two decades, emphasizing pediatric ophthalmology, molecular diagnostics, and imaging technologies. She is a key member of CHLA’s ophthalmology team, pioneering telemedicine approaches and advancing surgical techniques for children with complex ocular conditions. Her work bridges clinical practice, research, and education in pediatric eye care.

• Neural Interfaces
• Retinal Prostheses
• Retinal Degeneration
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Steven T Walston, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Research Ophthalmology at the University of Southern California. As a retinal electrophysiologist and biomedical engineer, he specializes in neural interface technologies aimed at restoring vision through advanced prostheses and understanding retinal degeneration pathologies. Research Focus: His work spans three core domains: 1) Developing electrical stimulation strategies for retinal prostheses, 2) Investigating neural alterations during retinal degeneration, and 3) Engineering nanomaterial-based electrodes integrated into flexible microelectrode arrays to enhance neural-electrode communication. This interdisciplinary approach bridges biomedical engineering, nanotechnology, and clinical ophthalmology. Awards & Honors: Artificial Vision Symposium Travel Grant (2015) William Hansen Sandberg Memorial Foundation Scholarship (2015) NEI EY022931-S1 Research Grant (2013-2016) NIH Intramural Research Training Award (2009) Publication Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2016-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on neural interface innovation, particularly graphene-based microelectrodes for high-resolution neural recording/stimulation. Key themes include retinal electrophysiology characterization, advanced calcium imaging techniques, and translational applications for visual restoration. Nanomaterial engineering and in vivo validation dominate his recent methodological contributions.

• Ophthalmology
• Plastic Surgery
• Thyroid Eye Disease
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Sandy Zhang-Nunes, MD is an Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and Chief of Oculofacial Plastics Services at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California. Her clinical expertise spans oculoplastic surgery including blepharoplasty, brow lifts, thyroid eye disease management, and cosmetic facial procedures. Dr. Zhang-Nunes holds dual MD and MIT undergraduate degrees, with fellowship training in oculofacial plastics. Her research focuses on thyroid eye disease, hyaluronic acid filler dissolution, and AI applications in medical education. Notable achievements include the 2023 Merz Innovation Forum award and repeated recognition as a Top Doctor by Los Angeles Magazine. Education: MIT (undergraduate), Johns Hopkins School of Medicine (MD) Fellowship: American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery Certifications: American Board of Ophthalmology Research interests combine clinical outcomes analysis with emerging technologies, including 7T MRI for orbital assessment and chatbot utility in patient education. She has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and serves as an educator in both clinical and aesthetic ophthalmology. Awards: Women in Ophthalmology Educators Award (2021), Sarnoff Foundation Research Award (2005) Her clinical practice emphasizes minimally invasive techniques for eyelid rejuvenation and reconstructive surgery, complemented by leadership in cosmetic academy initiatives.

Douwe MolenaarView profile

Associate Professor

• Microbiology
• Metabolic Pathways
• Systems Biology
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Douwe Molenaar is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, affiliated with both the Systems Biology department and AIMMS (Advanced Institute for Materials Science and Engineering). His research focuses on microbial physiology, metabolic pathways, and systems biology, with applications in probiotics, environmental biotechnology, and human microbiome studies. He contributes to courses such as 'Big Data Tools' and 'Introduction to Systems Biology,' and has supervised three PhD theses. Research interests include the metabolic strategies of microorganisms, particularly in Lactobacillus species and other probiotics, as well as environmental applications such as bioremediation and agricultural soil management. His work integrates experimental evolution, genomics, and computational modeling to understand microbial community dynamics and cellular economics. Notable projects include studies on benzene-degrading microbial consortia and the molecular basis of bacterial vaginosis. Molenaar’s recent publications span topics like quantum detection in vision, antimicrobial resistance in wastewater, and microbial adaptations to environmental stresses. He has developed software tools such as CBMPy for metabolic modeling and contributed to datasets like 'Naturally Fermented Milk from Northern Senegal.' His research bridges fundamental biology with applied challenges in health and sustainability.

Chen ZhangView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Health
• Materials Science
• Biomedical Engineering
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Chen Zhang is an Assistant Professor at the School of Nursing, University of Rochester. Their research focuses on interdisciplinary applications of materials science and biomedical engineering, particularly in HIV prevention strategies through voluntary medical male circumcision and optoelectronic innovations using graphene. Zhang holds a PhD and MPH (’17) and was mentored by Sten Vermund, MD, PhD. Research interests bridge public health interventions and advanced materials, including nanotechnology, optoelectronics, and biomedical device development. Key technical areas include graphene-based biosensors, photocatalytic nanomaterials, and synaptic activity monitoring systems. Publications span optoelectronic graphene applications, nanomaterial synthesis, and biomedical engineering solutions. Work emphasizes translating material properties into functional devices for healthcare and environmental applications. No scientific awards are listed in the provided data. Advising and grants: Currently mentors students in interdisciplinary research at the University of Rochester. Collaborations likely involve biomedical engineering teams and public health initiatives. Lab activities focus on integrating nanomaterials with biological systems for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

Jacopo Di RussoView profile

Researcher

• Mechanobiology
• Cell-Extracellular Matrix Interactions
• Stem Cell Engineering
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Jacopo Di Russo is an Associated Scientist and independent group leader at the Medical Faculty of RWTH Aachen University. His research integrates cell biology, chemistry, and physics to investigate mechanobiological processes, focusing on cell-extracellular matrix interactions and their role in tissue function. Collaborating with DWI, he develops hydrogel substrates for stem-cell-based models to study tissue plasticity and cell-material interfaces. He holds a cell biology background from the University of Florence, followed by a Marie Curie Fellowship at the University of Münster and postdoctoral work at the Max Planck Institute for Medical Research in Heidelberg. His work emphasizes how mechanical forces regulate cellular behavior in physiological and pathological contexts, particularly in retinal and vascular systems. Key research areas include mechanobiology of epithelial tissues, hydrogel engineering for regenerative medicine, and the role of extracellular matrix heterogeneity in disease progression. His group explores applications in retinal aging models and biomaterial-driven tissue regeneration.

• Computational Neuroscience
• Mathematical Biology
• Statistics Analysis of Genome-Scale Data
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Daniel A. Tranchina is a Professor of Biology, Mathematics, and Neural Science at New York University (NYU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Neurobiology from Rockefeller University (1981) and a B.A. in Chemistry from SUNY Binghamton (1975). His research focuses on computational neuroscience, mathematical biology, and statistical analysis of genome-scale data, with an emphasis on stochastic processes in biological systems. Key topics include neural signal processing in retinal circuits, stochastic gene expression, and high-throughput sequencing analysis. Tranchina's work bridges theoretical and experimental biology, employing population density methods and statistical models to study neural networks and genetic systems. His contributions span neurobiology, systems biology, and biophysics, with applications to vision science and quantitative genomics. He is actively involved in NYU's Biology department and affiliated with the Biophysics and Quantitative Biology research group. His research has led to influential studies on photoreceptor responses, synaptic dynamics, and gene regulatory networks. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects a distinguished career in interdisciplinary biological research.

Dongyeon KimView profile

Researcher

• Augmented Reality (AR)/Virtual Reality (VR)
• Computational Optics
• 3D/4D Displays
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Dongyeon Kim is a Researcher at the University of Cambridge's Department of Computer Science and Technology, collaborating with Prof. Rafal Mantiuk. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Seoul National University (SNU), where she contributed to the Optical Engineering and Quantum Electronics Lab under Prof. Byoungho Lee. Her work focuses on bridging computational optics with visual perception, particularly in next-generation AR/VR displays, holographic systems, and 3D display technologies. Education: Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering, Seoul National University (2023) Bachelor's Degree, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Seoul National University (20XX) Research Interests: Augmented/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) display systems Holographic display optimization and human perception modeling Computational optics for 3D/4D displays Visual perception evaluation and quality metrics Integration of machine learning in display technology Awards & Recognition: Sejong Science Fellowship Grant (Korean Government) Best Paper Honorable Mention at SIGGRAPH Asia 2024 Grants & Funding: Sejong Science Fellowship for postdoctoral research Lab & Team: Collaborates with Prof. Mantiuk's research group at the University of Cambridge, focusing on perceptual evaluation of AR displays and dataset development (e.g., AR-DAVID).

• Neuroscience
• Visual Perception
• Decision-Making
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Dr. Alexander Huk is a Professor-in-Residence in both the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine . His research focuses on the intersection of visual neuroscience, sensory processing, and decision-making mechanisms. Key Research Areas: Motion perception, depth perception, binocular vision, neurophysiology of decision-making, and neural dynamics in the parietal cortex. Publications: Over 25 years, his work has explored 3D motion encoding, sensory-motor integration, and computational models of perceptual decisions in primates and rodents. Collaborations: Co-authored studies with Lera Boroditsky (UCSD) and others in neuroscience and vision science. Scientific Trends: His recent articles emphasize naturalistic behavioral contexts, neural circuit dynamics, and decoding mechanisms in visual and parietal areas. Keywords span neuroscience , visual perception , and cognitive modeling , with subfields like 3D motion processing , evidence accumulation , and binocular integration .

Jeff W. LichtmanView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Connectomics
• Synaptic Development
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Jeff W. Lichtman is the Jeremy R. Knowles Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biology and Santiago Ramón y Cajal Professor of Arts and Sciences at Harvard University. He leads the Lichtman Lab, focusing on neural circuit development, synaptic plasticity, and connectomics. His research combines advanced imaging techniques like Brainbow and electron microscopy to map neural connections, aiming to understand how experience shapes brain circuits. Notable contributions include the 'connectome' initiative, analogous to the Human Genome Project, and developing technologies such as the Automated Tape-Collecting Lathe Ultramicrotome (ATLUM) for high-resolution neural mapping. Education: AB from Bowdoin College (1973), MD and PhD from Washington University (1980). Formerly at Washington University for 30 years before joining Harvard in 2004. Leadership roles include Dean of Science in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (2023–present), director of the Harvard Center for Biological Imaging, and steering committee member of the Center for Brain Science. His work bridges neuroscience, computer science, and engineering, with collaborations on projects like the zebrafish brain imaging and octopus connectomics. Research focuses on synaptic competition in development, axonal regeneration, and the structural basis of memory. Key projects include reconstructing the human cerebral cortex at nanoscale resolution and studying mental illness through neural circuit analysis. Over 200 publications span neuroimaging, synaptic plasticity, and technological advancements in microscopy.

• Biomedical Imaging
• Optical Coherence Tomography
• Ophthalmic Diagnostics
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Myeong Jin Ju is Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at the University of British Columbia, with joint appointment in the School of Biomedical Engineering. Research focuses on developing advanced optical imaging technologies for vision science applications. Laboratory specializes in optical coherence tomography (OCT) systems design, signal processing algorithms, and multi-modal imaging integration. Current work aims to improve clinical ophthalmic diagnostics through high-resolution retinal and choroidal visualization, automated pathology quantification, and functional assessment techniques. Applications target diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and inherited retinal diseases. Recent innovations include MHz-range OCT systems, polarization-diversity techniques, and computational approaches for motion correction and image enhancement. Research bridges engineering innovation with preclinical and clinical translation in vision science.

• Stress
• Autonomic Nervous System
• Neuroendocrinology
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Rachel A. Ross, M.D., Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in three departments at Albert Einstein College of Medicine: the Dominick P. Purpura Department of Neuroscience, the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and the Department of Medicine. Her research focuses on the intersection of stress, metabolism, and neuropeptide signaling, with emphasis on sex differences and psychiatric/medical illnesses related to eating disorders and obesity. She employs systems neuroscience tools in rodent models to study neural circuits involving melanocortinergic and PACAP systems. Education: Medical degree and Ph.D. from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Research interests include how neuropeptides regulate behavioral responses to metabolic stress, with ongoing projects investigating: Melanocortin-4 receptor roles in prefrontal cortex cognitive flexibility Sex differences in PACAPergic signaling effects on reproductive axis and metabolism Dietary manipulation impacts on behavioral outcomes Her translational work bridges basic science and clinical investigations, collaborating with human studies teams to apply rodent findings to human anxiety, eating disorders, and metabolic conditions. Awards: None explicitly listed in provided materials. Grants & Advising: Active grants supporting her lab's collaborative research projects across multiple institutions. No specific grant details provided in text. Labs/Teams: Leads a translational neuroscience lab at Einstein College of Medicine with active clinical collaborations in psychiatry and endocrinology.