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• HIV Prevention
• mHealth Technologies
• Substance Use Disorders
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Roman Shrestha is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Infectious Diseases at the Yale School of Medicine, affiliated with the AIDS program and the mHealth Research and Innovation Lab . He holds a PhD and MPH from the University of Connecticut. His primary research focuses on leveraging mHealth technologies to address HIV prevention and healthcare disparities in underserved populations, particularly among people who inject drugs, sexual minorities, and marginalized communities in domestic and global settings. Dr. Shrestha leads NIH-funded projects (K01DA051346, R21DA051934, R21TW011665) investigating interventions that integrate behavioral strategies, biomedical approaches, and mobile health innovations. His work emphasizes reducing HIV transmission in high-risk groups like opioid-dependent individuals, men who have sex with men (MSM), and transgender women through tailored digital interventions. Collaborations include teams at Yale and institutions in Nepal, Malaysia, Bangladesh, and beyond. Key contributions include developing online-to-offline care models for HIV prevention, evaluating PrEP adherence strategies, and assessing cognitive dysfunction impacts in opioid users. His research spans substance use epidemiology, health equity, and global public health challenges. Current projects include the EPIC-P intervention to expand PrEP access for people who inject drugs and a multiphase trial optimizing mHealth apps for MSM populations in Malaysia. He has advised over 20 researchers and co-authored 176+ publications. Notable collaborations include work with Drs. Frederick Altice, Jeffrey Wickersham, and Kamal Gautam. Grants focus on translational research bridging clinical and community settings, emphasizing scalable, culturally competent solutions for HIV/AIDS and related syndemics.

• Urology
• Men's Health
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
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Dr. Steven Schoenberger is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Urology at Yale School of Medicine. He specializes in men’s health, with expertise in minimally invasive treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, and vasectomies. He also manages urologic cancers, focusing on diagnosis and long-term care. Previously, he served as Chairman of Urology at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital and Director of the Community Cancer Center in New London, CT. He has held academic roles at Tulane University and maintained a private practice since 1986. Education & Training: MD, Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara (1976) BA, Tulane University (1972) Residency in Urology, Tulane University School of Medicine (1983) Fellowship in Urologic Oncology, Tulane University School of Medicine (1981) Research & Clinical Focus: Dr. Schoenberger’s clinical practice emphasizes innovative treatments for BPH, kidney stones, and male sexual health. His research interests align with advancing minimally invasive urologic therapies and improving patient outcomes in oncology. He actively contributes to the Yale Urology clinics in Madison, New London, Old Saybrook, and Westerly, Rhode Island.

• Diabetes
• Endocrinology
• Cardiovascular Complications
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Dr. Andrzej Januszewski is a Senior Research Fellow at the NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre within Sydney Medical School. With over 15 years of academic activity, his research focuses on diabetes pathophysiology, metabolic biomarkers, and vascular complications. Current affiliations include collaborative roles with multiple diabetes research groups across Australia. University of Sydney NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre His research interests span three major domains: Diabetic Complications: Specializing in retinopathy, cardiovascular disease, and telomere dynamics in type 1/2 diabetes Metabolic Biomarkers: Developing clinical tools for insulin sensitivity estimation and socioeconomic status comparisons Molecular Mechanisms: Investigating microRNA profiles, oxidative stress pathways, and glycation-related processes Recent publications demonstrate methodological diversity across endocrinology , molecular diagnostics , and clinical trial analysis . Key contributions include validation studies for insulin sensitivity formulas and epigenetic investigations in diabetes cohorts. Scientific recognition includes: Mentored Clinical Researcher Fellowship (JDRF Australia, 2011) Multiple competitive grants (NHMRC, Diabetes Australia) Development of clinical calculators for diabetes management

Marieke ElderingView profile

Researcher

• Psychiatry
• Mood Disorders
• Bipolar Disorder
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Dr. Marieke Eldering is a psychiatrist and Head of Specialist Training at the Department of Psychiatry, University of Groningen (UMCG), within the Faculty of Medical Sciences. Her research focuses on mood disorders, bipolar disorder, cognitive functioning in psychiatric populations, and neuroendocrine mechanisms such as HPA axis activity. She completed her PhD at the University of Groningen with a thesis on cognitive dysfunction in bipolar disorder. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to mental health and well-being. Key research areas include persistent depressive disorder treatments (e.g., CBASP therapy), light therapy protocols for bipolar disorder, and the interplay between depression, cognition, and HPA axis activity. She has published extensively in journals like British Journal of Clinical Psychology and PLoS ONE . Her training role involves overseeing specialist psychiatric education programs at the UMCG. Dr. Eldering’s articles reflect a strong emphasis on clinical interventions and biological mechanisms in mental health. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. She collaborates with colleagues in psychiatry, oncology, and rehabilitation medicine, indicating interdisciplinary research interests.

Luis Rene GarciaView profile

Professor

• Genetics
• Neurobiology
• Developmental Biology
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Luis Rene Garcia is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on the genetics and molecular mechanisms regulating behavior and development in the nematode C. elegans , particularly the interplay between feeding states and mating behaviors. He joined the university in 2002 and holds a B.S. (1990) and Ph.D. (1996) in Microbiology from the University of Texas at Austin, followed by postdoctoral research at the California Institute of Technology. His research investigates how sensory inputs and physiological conditions (e.g., food deprivation) modulate neural circuits controlling mating and feeding behaviors. Key topics include insulin signaling, potassium channel regulation, and the role of neurotransmitters like acetylcholine. Garcia’s work has revealed how nutritional status affects neuronal excitability, with implications for behavioral persistence and circuit dysfunction resembling seizures in mutant strains. Awards: Howard Hughes Investigator (2008) Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (2006) Searle Scholars Award (2003) Publications highlight studies on microbiota-derived metabolites, developmental pathways (e.g., DAF-16 signaling), and age-related metabolic changes impacting mating fitness. His lab integrates genetics, transgenics, and laser microsurgery to dissect behavioral circuits. Current projects explore molecular mechanisms sustaining persistent mating behavior and nutrient-sensing pathways in C. elegans .

• Transcultural Sexual Health
• Sexuality Education for Healthcare Professionals
• Sexual Dysfunctions
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Dr. Vijayasarathi Ramanathan is a Senior Lecturer in Sexual Health (Sexology) at the Westmead Clinical School, University of Sydney. His expertise spans transcultural sexual health, clinical sexual dysfunction management, and medical education. He holds postgraduate qualifications in sexual health medicine and is a Fellow of the European Society for Sexual Medicine and the Higher Education Academy. Dr. Ramanathan has over 15 years of interdisciplinary clinical practice in India and Australia, focusing on psychosexual therapy and public health initiatives. His research interests include the intersection of culture and sexuality, particularly among immigrant populations, and improving healthcare professionals' sexual health literacy. He has supervised a PhD project on vaginismus and its impact on women's sense of self. Dr. Ramanathan is affiliated with organizations such as the Society for Australian Sexologists and the Indian Medical Association. Education: MBBS (India), MM(SexHlth), GCert-HighEd, PhD (University of Sydney) Grants: Lead investigator on a 2009 project funded by Eli Lilly Australia on male sexual dysfunction management. Media: Regular contributor to SBS Radio (Tamil) and ABC Everyday on sexuality topics. His work bridges clinical practice and education, emphasizing culturally sensitive approaches to sexual health. He collaborates internationally, including guest lectures at the University of Madras on sexuality and health.

• Epidemiology
• HIV/AIDS
• Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
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Professor David Templeton is a Sexual Health Physician and medical epidemiologist affiliated with the University of Sydney’s Sydney Medical School (Central Clinical School) and the Kirby Institute at UNSW. He leads the Department of Sexual Health Medicine and the Sexual Assault Medical Service at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney’s inner west. His academic appointments include Professor at the University of Sydney and Associate Professor at Kirby Institute, UNSW. Education: He holds MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery), DipVen (Diploma in Venereology), MForensMed (Master of Forensic Medicine), and a PhD in HIV/STI epidemiology from the Health in Men (HIM) study (2008). His research focuses on HIV and STI prevention, anal cancer screening, and improving care for people living with HIV. Key projects include the Study for the Prevention of Anal Cancer (SPANC) and the Australian HIV Observational Database (AHOD), where he has been Chair of the Steering Committee since 2015. Research interests span HIV/STI epidemiology, PrEP implementation, HPV natural history, and the psychological/medical impacts of sexual assault. Recent articles emphasize sexual assault care protocols, long-term HIV treatment outcomes, and biomarkers for anal cancer prevention. Awards include the 2013 and 2019 Australasian College of Physicians’ awards for research and education, and a 2012 ICAAC Program Committee award in infection epidemiology. Teaching roles: Chair of the Advanced Training Committee in Sexual Health Medicine (Royal Australasian College of Physicians) and Lead in Training Site Accreditation since 2016. Advising: Supervises PhD student Mary Stewart on sexual assault presentation characteristics and patient experiences. Grants and collaborations include international studies like TREAT Asia and EPIC-NSW, focusing on HIV/STI prevention and clinical outcomes. Labs/teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at Kirby Institute and Sydney Medical School, leading initiatives in sexual health, forensic medicine, and HIV/AIDS clinical research. His work integrates epidemiology, public health, and clinical practice to address health disparities in vulnerable populations such as migrant communities and older gay/bisexual men.

• Anatomy
• Behavioral Endocrinology
• Prostate Cancer Survivorship
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Dr. Erik Wibowo is an Associate Professor (Education Focused) at the University of Sydney's School of Medical Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. He holds a Bachelor of Medical Sciences (Honours) from the University of Sydney (2008) and a PhD in Anatomy and Neurobiology from Dalhousie University (2013). His career includes postdoctoral research at the Vancouver Prostate Centre (2014–2017) and a Lecturer position in Clinical Anatomy at the University of Otago (2018–2024) before joining Sydney in March 2024. His research focuses on behavioral endocrinology, prostate cancer survivorship, and student wellbeing in medical education. Key themes include anatomical education equity for minority students, sleep disorders in prostate cancer patients, and sexual health outcomes post-treatment. He has published extensively in journals like Anatomical Sciences Education , Archives of Sexual Behavior , and Behavioral Sleep Medicine . Dr. Wibowo is affiliated with the Australia New Zealand Association of Clinical Anatomists and the International Society of Sexual Medicine. His 2024 grant, the FMH Start-up Scheme, supports patient education initiatives. While no awards are listed, his work bridges clinical practice and educational innovation in health sciences.

Tristram WyattView profile

Academic

• Pheromones
• Animal Behavior
• Chemical Communication
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Dr. Tristram Wyatt is a Senior Research Fellow Emeritus at Kellogg College and former University Lecturer (equivalent to Associate Professor) in Biological Sciences at the University of Oxford's Department for Continuing Education. His research focuses on pheromones and animal behavior, particularly their evolutionary roles and chemical communication mechanisms. He authored award-winning books like Pheromones and Animal Behavior (2014) and Animal Behaviour: A Very Short Introduction (2017), which bridge chemistry and biology across vertebrates and invertebrates. His TEDx talk on human pheromones has garnered 1.4 million views globally. Wyatt's work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, addressing topics from lemur communication to the impact of ocean acidification on chemical signals. He has held leadership roles in online education, including Director of Distance and Online Learning at Oxford (2000–2005). His research has been recognized with the Royal Society of Biology's Best Postgraduate Textbook Award (2014). Key contributions include critiques of human pheromone myths, advocacy for reproducible research practices, and studies on semiochemical communication in diverse species. His writing extends to public engagement, including a Guardian blog debunking corporate pheromone marketing claims.

Gayathri BalasuriyaView profile

Research Fellow

• Neuroscience
• Gastroenterology
• Neuroimmunology
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Dr. Gayathri Balasuriya is a Research Fellow in the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University. Her research focuses on neuroimmunological mechanisms underlying gastrointestinal dysfunction in neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, leveraging animal models to investigate gut-brain axis interactions. She explores roles of intestinal macrophages, enteric nervous system dysfunction, and therapeutic interventions like hydrogel-based treatments for neonatal stroke. Dr. Balasuriya is actively supervising PhD/Masters projects on topics like prebiotic interventions for gut health and neuroprotection in perinatal brain injury. Her work bridges neuroscience, immunology, and biomedical engineering, with a focus on translational research. She can be contacted via email and has an ORCID profile (0000-0003-3411-4543). Research Themes: Neurosciences, Neuroimmunology, Gastroenterology, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Biomedical Engineering. Key Projects: Investigating caecal dysfunction in autism mouse models, developing hydrogel therapies for neonatal stroke, analyzing macrophage-neuron crosstalk in colonic motility regulation.

• Psychology
• Couples Therapy
• Violence Prevention
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Marie-Ève DASPE is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Montreal, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Science. She directs the LIVE Lab (Laboratoire de recherche sur les interactions et la vie conjugale) and is a member of the CRIPCAS research center. Her work focuses on biopsychosocial determinants of marital functioning, violence in relationships, and the impact of digital technologies on intimate relationships among adolescents and young adults. Research interests include psychophysiological reactivity during couple conflicts, personality influences on relationship dynamics, and the role of social media in romantic interactions. Key projects include studies on cyber abuse in young adult couples, the interplay of childhood trauma and relationship satisfaction, and interventions to promote healthy relationship trajectories. She has secured major grants from agencies such as the Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQS/FQRSC) and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), leading initiatives like 'Violence dans les relations amoureuses des jeunes adultes' and 'Couples et sexualité: promotion du bien-être.' Her advising includes over 15 master's and doctoral students focusing on topics like cyber violence dynamics, attachment pairings in conflict, and trauma impacts on couple interactions. Laboratory affiliations include the LIVE Lab and CRIPCAS, where she collaborates with researchers like Sophie Bergeron and Katherine Péloquin on interdisciplinary projects addressing relationship violence and sexual well-being.

Brian AlbaneseView profile

Assistant Professor

• Clinical Psychology
• Anxiety Disorders
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
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Dr. Brian Albanese is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Texas A&M University. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Florida State University and completed a pre-doctoral internship at the Charleston Consortium. His research employs multi-method approaches (e.g., ERP, ecological momentary assessment) to study transdiagnostic risk factors for anxiety-related conditions, focusing on PTSD and suicidal thoughts/behaviors (STBs). His work has been funded by the NIMH T32 and NIDA F31 fellowships, among others. Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology, Florida State University Pre-doctoral Internship, Charleston Consortium Research Interests: Dr. Albanese investigates neural mechanisms (e.g., negative reinforcement, threat sensitivity) linking PTSD and suicide, using EEG-based ERP analysis and real-world stress assessments. His lab focuses on understanding how cognitive control and anxiety sensitivity interact with psychopathology. Grants & Awards: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) T32 Fellowship National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) F31 Fellowship Internal institutional awards Lab & Collaborations: His lab at Texas A&M emphasizes translational research, combining neuroimaging and behavioral interventions to address suicide and trauma-related disorders. Visit his lab website for more details.

Shoshana EitanView profile

Associate Professor

• Neuroscience
• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Cellular Neuroscience
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Dr. Shoshana Eitan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Texas A&M University. Her research focuses on understanding biological mechanisms underlying mental disorders, with a particular emphasis on neuroinflammation, the microbiota-gut-brain axis, and opioid pharmacology. She explores dietary/microbial modulators' roles in treating depression, anxiety, and Parkinson's disease. Key research areas include: Mechanisms of neurodegenerative disorders Antidepressant drug development using aryl hydrocarbon receptor modulators Opioid addiction neurobiology Nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems Gender differences in stress response Her work bridges behavioral neuroscience with cellular mechanisms, employing rodent models for translational research. Dr. Eitan collaborates with the Institute for Neuroscience and has published extensively in Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews , Journal of Affective Disorders , and ACS Chemical Neuroscience . Current projects investigate: Microbiome influences on mood disorders Novel opioid agonists for depression treatment Targeted nanoparticle therapies for CNS disorders Dr. Eitan is actively mentoring students and accepting new trainees for 2024-2025. Her lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining molecular biology, behavioral analysis, and cutting-edge nanotechnology.

Amelia WesselinkView profile

Academic

• Environmental Epidemiology
• Reproductive and Gynecologic Health
• Climate Change Impacts on Health
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Dr. Amelia Wesselink is an Affiliated Faculty member at the Boston University Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS) and a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH). She holds a PhD in Epidemiology from Boston University, an MPH in Epidemiology & Biostatistics from UC Berkeley, and a BS in Biology from Georgetown University. Her research focuses on environmental exposures' impacts on reproductive and gynecologic health, particularly climate change, neighborhood factors, and endocrine disruptors. She leads the BUSPH-funded pilot study on personal heat exposure in the Pregnancy Study Online (PRESTO) cohort and co-investigates PRESTO and the Study of Environment, Lifestyle and Fibroids (SELF). Her work examines air pollution, heat, and chemical exposures related to miscarriage, uterine fibroids, and endometriosis. Key areas include: Climate change's reproductive health consequences Endocrine disruptors' effects on fertility and gynecologic conditions Socioeconomic and environmental inequities in reproductive health outcomes Her recent studies explore PFAS exposure's links to female sexual function, metal mixtures' impacts on depression in Black women, and oil/gas development's mental health effects. She has pioneered methods for mail-based biospecimen collection in preconception cohorts. Grants/PI Roles: PI: BUSPH pilot study on personal heat exposure monitoring Co-I: PRESTO and SELF cohorts Labs/Teams: Active in IGS and BUSPH's environmental epidemiology research groups, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on health equity and sustainability initiatives.

Catherine PrestonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Body Perception
• Mental Health
• Neuroscience
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Catherine Preston is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of York, UK, where she has been since 2015. Previously, she held positions at Karolinska Institutet (2011–2015), Nottingham Trent University (2010–2011), and the University of Nottingham (2008–2010). She completed her BSc in Psychology with Neuroscience at the University of Leicester (2001–2004) and her Ph.D. in Psychology at the University of Nottingham (2004–2008). Her research focuses on self-awareness, body perception, and their neural underpinnings, with applications to mental health and well-being. Specific projects include perinatal body changes, body perception's role in disordered eating and chronic pain, and the use of neuroimaging and behavioral experiments. She co-chairs the Body Representation Network (BRNet) and has secured grants from the Pain Relief Foundation, Dunhill Medical Trust, and others. Notably, her team won first prize in the 2012 Neural Correlate Society’s Illusion of the Year contest for the 'disappearing hand trick.' Her work spans maternal-infant health, body satisfaction, and chronic pain management. She collaborates internationally and has published extensively in journals like Scientific Reports , Psychological Assessment , and BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth . She serves as an editor for Scientific Reports .