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Johannes LohseView profile

Assistant Professor

• Behavioral Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Experimental Economics
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Johannes Lohse serves as a W1 Professor of Law and Economics at Leuphana University, holding joint appointments at the Institute of Economics and the Methods Center. His academic career includes previous positions as Assistant and later Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Birmingham, where he maintains an affiliation as an Honorary Senior Research Fellow. His educational background features a doctorate from the University of Heidelberg (2015), complemented by a research stay at the Becker-Friedman Institute of the University of Chicago. He completed his undergraduate studies in International Economics at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg and additional studies at the University of Melbourne. Lohse's research program centers on the intersection of behavioral economics, environmental economics, and applied microeconomics, with particular emphasis on intergenerational public goods provision and the mechanisms influencing private contributions to environmental protection. His methodological approach combines experimental and empirical techniques to investigate how incentives, rules, and social norms shape cooperative behavior in environmental contexts. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on experimental investigations of social preferences, transparency effects in decision-making, and the psychological foundations of cooperative behavior across generations. Recent work increasingly examines policy-relevant applications in climate change mitigation and environmental protection. As Co-Editor of Environmental and Resource Economics , Lohse contributes significantly to his field's scholarly discourse. His research has attracted funding from major institutions including the British Academy, ESRC, AHRC, UKRI, and BMBF, supporting his experimental investigations of environmental decision-making. Current research directions show expansion into policy experimentation frameworks, information processing in collective environmental decision-making, and the behavioral mechanisms underlying intergenerational cooperation for sustainability challenges.

Shiaoching GongView profile

Associate Professor

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Tau Pathology
• Microglial Biology
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Shiaoching Gong serves as Associate Professor of Research in Neuroscience at the Brain and Mind Research Institute, Weill Cornell Medical College since 2018. Their work bridges molecular neuroscience, genetic engineering, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms with continuous National Institute on Aging funding. B.S. from Xiamen University (China, 1983) Ph.D. from State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn (1990) Research focuses on Alzheimer's disease pathogenesis through three interconnected pillars: (1) Microglial responses to tau pathology involving cGAS-STING-IFN pathways and TREM2 variants, (2) Development of BAC transgenic models for neurodegenerative diseases, and (3) Mechanistic studies of tau propagation using human iPSC models. Recent work reveals how APOE3 mutations confer tau resilience and how AD risk alleles drive microglial senescence. Publication analysis shows consistent leadership in BAC engineering methodology since 2002 alongside high-impact disease mechanism studies. The 15 most recent papers demonstrate increasing focus on neuroimmune interactions in tauopathies (2022-2025), with earlier work establishing foundational BAC protocols still heavily cited (>1700 citations for 2003 Nature paper). No scientific awards are explicitly listed in source materials. Gong serves as Co-Investigator on NIA-funded research "Elucidate the Roles of Alzheimer's Disease Variants in Gene Expression and AD Phenotypes" (2022-2027), indicating active grant leadership. While no formal students are named, their extensive publication record with trainee co-authors suggests significant mentoring activity within the Brain and Mind Research Institute. Research occurs within the Brain and Mind Research Institute's neuroscience ecosystem, leveraging Weill Cornell's transgenic core facilities for BAC model development and human iPSC-based disease modeling.

• Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
• Stem Cell Modeling
• In Vitro Toxicology
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Robim Marcelino Rodrigues is an Assistant Professor (10% position) and Postdoctoral Researcher at the Faculty of Pharmacy and Medicine, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, specializing in Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences. His work centers on developing human stem cell-based models for liver disease research and toxicity testing, with current focus on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and steatohepatitis (NASH). His research interests span Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease , Stem Cell Modeling , and In Vitro Toxicology , with particular emphasis on genetic predisposition to liver diseases, drug-induced hepatotoxicity, and alternative methods to animal experimentation. Rodrigues employs human adult stem cells and their hepatic differentiated progeny to elucidate disease mechanisms and evaluate novel pharmacological compounds for NAFLD/NASH treatment. His publication trends reveal a strong focus on liver disease modeling (78% of recent work), genetic polymorphisms (65%), and drug development (52%), with increasing emphasis on personalized medicine approaches since 2020. The research consistently bridges basic science with regulatory toxicology applications. Award highlights include: 33. Forschungspreises zur Förderung methodischer Arbeiten (2014) Fellows Award for Research Excellence (FARE) (2020) National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Fellow Research Award (2020) As principal investigator on multiple FWO and EU-funded projects including 3D-CELLMAP and TWINALT, Rodrigues leads collaborative research involving 15+ international partners. His work has generated 156 research outputs with significant impact in developing alternatives to animal testing. Current projects focus on creating etiology-based drug discovery platforms targeting the thyroid hormone receptor axis and advanced 3D imaging techniques for cellular interaction studies.

• Platelet Biology
• Cardiovascular Sciences
• Molecular Signal Transduction
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Professor Steve Watson holds the British Heart Foundation Chair of Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Birmingham , leading the Birmingham Platelet Group . His research focuses on platelet receptors , signaling pathways , and translational studies in patients with platelet function disorders. The group has pioneered the identification of the GPVI-FcR gamma-chain complex as the major collagen receptor and discovered the C-type lectin receptor role in lymphatic development. Research interests include: Platelet surface receptors and signaling Thrombosis mechanisms Inflammatory processes in platelet activation Development of anti-thrombotic therapies Translational applications in hemostasis disorders Recent publications analyze: Salmonella infection's inflammatory signatures in thrombosis Adenoviral SARS-CoV-2 vaccine-induced thrombocytopenia Affimer-based GPVI dimer targeting Hydroxychloroquine's antithrombotic effects T cell cross-reactivity in adenovirus vaccines Scientific contributions include: British Heart Foundation Chair 291+ peer-reviewed publications 99+ research projects Current projects: BHF-funded GPVI structure-function studies MRC collaborations on nanobody therapies Investigations into FcgRIIA activation variability

Ewa P. WojcikiewiczView profile

Associate Professor

• Biophysical mechanisms of inflammatory leukocyte recruitment
• Nanomechanical changes in metastatic cancer cells
• Age-related mechanical properties of eye accommodation apparatus
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Ewa P. Wojcikiewicz, Ph.D. , is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Science at Florida Atlantic University's Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine. She serves as Co-Director of the Lifelong Learning and Discovery Thread program. Education: B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (1997, SUNY Albany) Ph.D. in Physiology and Biophysics (2004, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine) Research Interests focus on: Biophysical mechanisms of inflammatory leukocyte recruitment Nanomechanical changes in metastatic cancer progression Age-related mechanical properties of ocular accommodation apparatus Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) applications in cellular analysis Scientific Contributions include studies on amyloid formation dynamics (Aβ40, Tau fragments), inflammation-mediated lymphocyte adhesion, and AFM-based mechanical characterization of biological systems. Her work intersects neurochemistry , cancer biophysics , and ocular biomechanics .

• Sleep Regulation
• Fatigue
• Neuroscience
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David M. Raizen is a Professor of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, where he conducts pioneering research on sleep mechanisms using C. elegans as a model organism. He is a member of multiple prestigious institutes including the Mahoney Institute of Neurological Sciences, the Institute for Translational Medicine and Therapeutics, and serves as Associate Director of the Chronobiology and Sleep Institute. BA in Biochemistry, University of Texas at Austin, 1989 MD, University of Texas Southwestern, 1997 PhD in Neuroscience, University of Texas Southwestern, 1997 Dr. Raizen's research focuses on the fundamental question of why sleep exists and how it is regulated at the molecular and neural levels. His laboratory studies C. elegans sleep-like states including lethargus (a quiescent period before molting) and stress-induced sleep. His work has revealed evolutionary conservation of sleep mechanisms across species, with implications for understanding human sleep disorders. His research spans neuroscience, genetics, molecular biology, and evolutionary biology , examining how neuropeptides, specific neurons, and genetic pathways regulate sleep. Analysis of Dr. Raizen's publications reveals a consistent focus on sleep mechanisms in C. elegans , with increasing sophistication in techniques and conceptual frameworks. His work has evolved from establishing C. elegans as a sleep model to uncovering specific neural circuits and molecular pathways. Recent publications show expansion into sleep-immunity interactions and the evolutionary significance of sleep, demonstrating the growing impact of his research in both basic and translational neuroscience. Dr. Raizen maintains an active research program investigating the fundamental biology of sleep, with particular relevance to understanding fatigue and sleep disorders in humans. His laboratory continues to identify new sleep regulators in C. elegans and study their function across different cell types.

• Developmental Neuroscience
• Cortical Circuit Development
• Interneuron Biology
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Natalia De Marco Garcia is an Associate Professor of Neuroscience at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University, where she has led research at the Brain and Mind Research Institute since 2019. Her work bridges molecular mechanisms and circuit-level dysfunction in neurodevelopmental disorders. Her academic training includes: Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Columbia University (2007) M.A. and M.Phil. in Neuroscience, Columbia University (2002) B.S. in Biology, University of Buenos Aires (1999) M.S. in Medical Sciences, Praxis Medica (1993) Dr. De Marco Garcia's research focuses on cortical circuit development , particularly how GABAergic interneurons shape neural networks during early brain maturation. Using in vivo calcium imaging and electrophysiology in mouse models, her lab investigates genetic and molecular drivers of circuit assembly—with direct implications for autism spectrum disorders and addiction. Key discoveries include the roles of Gabrb3 , Homer1 , and chemokine signaling in interneuron integration and behavioral phenotypes. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2018-2025) reveals a thematic progression from fundamental mechanisms of synaptic plasticity and neuronal migration toward translational studies on neurodevelopmental disorders. Dominant trends include interneuron differentiation (2024 chemokine study), autism-related circuit dysfunction (2021 network activity review), and addiction memory mechanisms (2019/2020 cocaine studies), consistently employing genetic, imaging, and behavioral approaches in rodent models. As Principal Investigator, she currently directs four major NIH-funded projects: NIDA (2024-2025) : Cav1.2 channels in cocaine memory extinction NIMH (2024-2027) : GABAergic circuit assembly mechanisms NIMH (2022-2027) : Interneuron dysfunction in autism (Co-Investigator) NINDS (2020-2025) : Cortico-cortical connectivity development Her laboratory at the Brain and Mind Research Institute trains graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in advanced neuroscience techniques, with future work targeting therapeutic strategies for circuit-based neurodevelopmental disorders.

• Cancer Chemoprevention
• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
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John T. Pinto, Ph.D., is a Professor at the School of Medicine, New York Medical College , affiliated with the Departments of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and Medicine . His research focuses on diet-derived factors in cancer prevention, particularly mechanisms involving sulfur- and selenium-containing compounds in prostate, breast, and colon cancers. Dr. Pinto investigates how organosulfur , organoselenium , and polyphenolic compounds modulate redox-responsive metabolic pathways and epigenetic mechanisms such as histone deacetylation. His work identifies these compounds as potential histone deacetylase inhibitors , relevant to cancer and viral disease control. Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding glutamine addiction in cancer cells via the GTωA pathway , transaminase enzymes , and α-ketoglutaramate . His studies also explore sulfhydryl-disulfide regulation of signal proteins affecting transcription factors.

Xiaolu YangView profile

Professor

• Cancer Biology
• p53
• Tumor Suppression
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Xiaolu Yang is a Professor of Cancer Biology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, with affiliations at the Abramson Cancer Center, Abramson Family Cancer Research Institute, and Center for Molecular Studies in Digestive and Liver Diseases. Their research bridges cancer biology and neurodegeneration through studies of cellular stress responses and metabolic regulation. Member, Abramson Cancer Center Member, Abramson Family Cancer Research Institute Member, Center for Molecular Studies in Digestive and Liver Diseases Member, Institute for Immunology Research Focus: Dr. Yang's lab investigates two major areas: (1) the tumor suppressor p53's role in metabolism and autophagy, revealing its critical function in regulating metabolic pathways for biosynthesis and redox balance; and (2) novel protein quality control systems (TRIM and polyD/E proteins) that combat neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's through ATP-independent mechanisms. Publication Trends: Their work spans cancer biology , neurodegeneration , metabolic regulation , protein homeostasis , and autophagy , with recent studies focusing on TRIM proteins in neuroprotection and metabolic reprogramming in oncogenic transformation. Lab Personnel: The Yang laboratory includes postdoctoral researchers (Jiale Wu, Zi-Yang Zhang, Yujin Xiang, Jiajia Wang, Ruifang Wang, Sixiang Yu, Kai Huang) and undergraduate researchers (Rachel Ou, Steven Su, Megan Zhang, Hong Yu Liu).

• Astronomy
• Astrophysics
• Exoplanetary Science
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Maxwell Andrew Millar-Blanchaer is a leading researcher in astronomical instrumentation, polarimetry, and exoplanet imaging. His work focuses on high-contrast imaging techniques, debris disk analysis, and observational astrophysics. He collaborates with major observatories like JWST , Keck , and Gemini Planet Imager . Research Interests: Millar-Blanchaer specializes in polarimetry for mapping interstellar magnetic fields and high-contrast imaging to study exoplanetary systems . His work includes instrumentation development for next-generation telescopes and debris disk characterization to understand planetary formation. Scientific Awards: NSF Collaborative Research Grant (2024) Projects & Collaborations: He contributes to JWST , Gemini , and Keck programs, developing pipelines like spaceKLIP and PIRATES for data reduction. His work spans SCExAO/VAMPIRES and KPIC teams for polarimetric and interferometric studies.

• Adult Congenital Heart Disease
• Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT)
• Vascular Biology
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Dr. Kevin J. Whitehead is a dual-appointed Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah and Adjunct Associate Professor of Pediatric Cardiology at Primary Children's Medical Center. He serves as an Attending Physician at the George E. Wahlen Veterans Affairs Medical Center and directs the Utah Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) Center of Excellence. Education: M.D., University of Alberta Internal Medicine Residency, University of Western Ontario Cardiology & Cardiovascular Research Fellowships, University of Utah Dr. Whitehead's research focuses on Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) , particularly vascular malformations, genetic cardiovascular disorders, and echocardiography. His clinical work bridges adult and pediatric cardiology, with emphasis on HHT-related cardiac complications and pregnancy-associated heart disease. His recent publications highlight trends in vascular biology , genetic disease mechanisms , and multidisciplinary HHT management , including studies on brain arteriovenous malformations, pharmacotherapy, and genotype-phenotype correlations. Scientific Awards: Pfizer Cardiovascular Research Fellow (2000) Fellow of the American Heart Association Member of the North American Vascular Biology Organization As Co-Director of the Utah Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program , Dr. Whitehead leads a multidisciplinary team providing specialized care for adults with congenital heart conditions. His work integrates clinical care, research on genetic vascular diseases, and training for healthcare professionals.

• Molecular Cell Biology
• Signal Transduction
• Gene Expression Regulation
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Shim Jae-kyung serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioindustry and Resource Engineering at Sejong University's School of Life Systems, where she has conducted research since 2015 following her prior appointment in the Department of Molecular Biology (2003-2014). Her work centers on nuclear signaling mechanisms and disease pathogenesis. Her academic foundation includes: Ph.D. in Biological Science from Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (2000) M.S. in Biochemistry from Yonsei University (1994) B.S. in Biochemistry from Yonsei University (1991) Research focuses on nuclear signal transduction and gene expression regulation , particularly examining Notch/STAT3 pathway crosstalk , nuclear membrane protein functions (Emerin), and RNA modification mechanisms (YTHDF2). Her laboratory employs zebrafish developmental models , mammalian cell systems , and plant stress response studies to investigate disease mechanisms including cancer progression and developmental disorders. Current work reveals how spatial control of signaling molecules at the nuclear membrane regulates transcriptional outcomes. Publication analysis shows consistent emphasis on nuclear signaling hubs since 2014, with recent work (2021-2024) demonstrating triptolide's dual regulation of Notch/STAT3 in cancer and development, Emerin's spatial control of STAT3, and YTHDF2's post-transcriptional regulation of Notch. Plant research complements this through stress response mechanisms in crops. Professor Shim leads the Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory (Chung1127), supervising master's thesis research while teaching courses including General Biochemistry, Biopolymer Engineering, and Antibody Engineering. Her consultation hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 3:00-5:00 PM.

Larry I. BenowitzView profile

Professor

• Central Nervous System Injury
• Optic Nerve Regeneration
• Neuroinflammation
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Dr. Larry I. Benowitz is a Professor of Neurosurgery and Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, based at Boston Children's Hospital. His research focuses on neural regeneration following CNS injuries, including spinal cord trauma, stroke, and glaucoma. He pioneered discoveries around oncomodulin and zinc chelation in optic nerve repair, with ongoing work in gene therapy and synapse restoration. Harvard Medical School affiliation Boston Children's Hospital principal investigator Neurosurgery/Ophthalmology departmental roles Research interests span: CNS injury mechanisms : Cell death pathways, regenerative failure Optic nerve repair : Axon regrowth, synaptic integration Biomolecular interventions : Inflammatory growth factors, gene editing Neurodegenerative diseases : Glaucoma models, stroke recovery Recent publications highlight: Zinc dynamics in retinal degeneration Transcriptional networks in regeneration Microglial engulfment mechanisms Evolution of axon regeneration strategies His lab employs: Molecular & behavioral neuroscience techniques Genetic models and iPSC systems Neuronal culture platforms Translational clinical approaches

Terje JohansenView profile

Professor

• Autophagy
• Selective autophagy
• Cell biology
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Terje Johansen is a Professor of Biochemistry and Cell Biology at UiT The Arctic University of Norway. He serves as research group leader for the Autophagy Research Group and scientific leader of the Proteomics and Metabolomics core facility (PRiME) at UiT. His primary research focus is on mechanistic basic research within selective autophagy. Professor Johansen's research interests span across multiple areas of cellular biology with emphasis on: Autophagy and selective autophagy mechanisms Cell signaling pathways Biochemical regulation of cellular processes Cancer research related to autophagy pathways Neurodegenerative disease mechanisms Gene regulation in cellular stress responses His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on selective autophagy mechanisms, particularly examining ATG8 protein interactions, LIR motif functions, and the role of autophagy in cellular stress responses, cancer, and neurodegenerative conditions. His work often involves interdisciplinary approaches combining molecular biology, biochemistry, and computational methods. Professor Johansen has received recognition for his contributions to autophagy research through numerous high-impact publications in prestigious journals such as Nature Communications, Molecular Cell, Autophagy, and Journal of Cell Biology. He is actively involved in teaching at UiT, offering courses including: MBI-2001 Biokjemi (Biochemistry) MBI-2012 Molecular Cell Biology - Cell Structure MBI-3004 The Biology of Cancer MBI-3012 Advanced Methods in Experimental Biomedicine MBI-8007 Molecular and Clinical Aspects of Cancer - Block I Professor Johansen leads the Autophagy Research Group and is involved in multiple research projects including "Mitophagy Mechanisms in Cancer Drug Resistance" and previously led "Autophagy-regulated Signalosomes in Cellular Stress and Disease Pathways" (2016-2021).

Sooksan PanichpapiboonView profile

Professor

• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks
• Wireless Sensor Networks
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Prof. Sooksan Panichpapiboon is a Full Professor at King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Bangkok, Thailand. With a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, she has pioneered research in Intelligent Transportation Systems and Vehicular Ad Hoc Networks. Her work bridges theoretical advancements with real-world applications, including mobile traffic sensing and urban mobility optimization. Bachelor Degree: B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, USA Master Degree: M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, USA Doctoral Degree: Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, USA Her research focuses on Intelligent Transportation Systems , Mobile Sensing , and Wireless Network Design , with applications in taxi supply-demand modeling, lane change detection, and vehicular connectivity. She has published extensively on these topics in IEEE journals and conferences. Her publications demonstrate leadership in urban mobility analysis , sensor network optimization , and data-driven transportation solutions , with recent works on taxi distribution modeling and spatiotemporal analytics. Scientific Awards: Siew Karnchanachari Award 2015 Teaching Excellence Award 2013 Dissertation Award 2011 (National Research Council of Thailand) Best Paper Award from ECTI-CON 2021 She has mentored multiple graduate students and served on technical program committees for IEEE conferences including VNC, VTC, and ICC. Her lab at KMITL (Room 534) focuses on vehicular networks and mobile sensing technologies.