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Lan GuanView profile

Professor

• Membrane transport
• Membrane proteins
• Solute transport mechanisms
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Lan Guan is a Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in the Department of Cell Physiology and Molecular Biophysics within the School of Medicine. He also serves as Co-Director of the Center for Membrane Protein Research. His research focuses on membrane proteins, which constitute approximately 30% of all eukaryotic proteins and play crucial roles in many aspects of cell function. Dr. Guan's research seeks to understand the mechanisms of solute transport and lay the foundation for advances in disease treatment and human health. He employs an integrated approach including cryo-EM single-particle analysis, X-ray crystallography, ligand binding, molecular dynamics simulations, thermodynamics, genetic engineering, novel amphiphiles, and many other biochemical & biophysical analyses. His current research focuses on cation-coupled bacterial and human transporters. Dr. Guan is currently supported by an NIGMS MIRA R35 Award (2024). His publication record demonstrates expertise in membrane protein structure and function, particularly with melibiose transporters (MelB) and their mechanisms. His work spans structural biology, biochemistry, and biophysics, with significant contributions to understanding membrane transport mechanisms. His research has led to important insights into membrane protein structure-function relationships, particularly in sugar transporters. Dr. Guan's work has implications for understanding fundamental biological processes and potential therapeutic applications related to membrane transport. NIGMS MIRA R35 Award 2024 Dr. Guan actively collaborates with researchers across disciplines and institutions, as evidenced by his extensive publication record with numerous co-authors. His work bridges structural biology, biochemistry, and biophysics to advance our understanding of membrane protein function. He is affiliated with the Center for Membrane Protein Research, where he contributes to advancing methodologies for studying these challenging but critically important biological molecules. His work on novel amphiphiles and detergent design has helped overcome technical barriers in membrane protein research.

Soo-Yeun LeeView profile

Professor

• Sensory Science
• Food Product Development
• Consumer Behavior
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Professor Soo-Yeun Lee is a leading Sensory Scientist and academic leader at Washington State University (WSU), serving as Director of the School of Food Science since 2023. She holds a Ph.D. in Food Science from the University of California, Davis, and a B.S. in Food Engineering from Yonsei University, Seoul. Previously, she served as a Professor at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) from 2001-2022, with administrative roles including Assistant Dean and Associate Head. Her research focuses on sensory science and healthful eating, addressing challenges in sodium and sugar reduction, functional food development, and understanding consumer behavior. Notable projects include strategies to enhance taste retention in low-sodium foods and analyzing picky eating behaviors in children. She has published over 100 papers, with recent works exploring remote consumer testing methodologies and sodium reduction perceptions in the food industry. Lee has received numerous awards, including the Fred W. Tanner Lectureship (2021), Paul A. Funk Award (2018), and Samuel Cate Prescott Award (2011). She actively contributes to professional service roles, such as chairing USDA review panels and serving on the IFT Board of Directors. As a mentor, she has shaped food science education through teaching awards and leadership in curriculum development.

• Food Process Engineering
• High-Pressure Technology
• Apparatus Engineering
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Arne Pietsch is a faculty member at the Technical University of Luebeck in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Economics . His expertise centers on apparatus and plant engineering for the food industry , with a focus on hygienic apparatus engineering and high-pressure technology . Specializations: Food process engineering, supercritical fluid applications, and industrial plant design Current role: Founding Officer in the department His research spans supercritical CO2 processes , including decaffeination, turbine cleaning, and polymer impregnation. He integrates high-pressure systems into engineering education and explores viscosity dynamics in food processing. Key publication trends (2012–2019) highlight work in: Supercritical fluid extraction and impregnation High-pressure equipment safety and design Gas-assisted oilseed pressing Coffee processing quality control

Carsten SieversView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Biomass Conversion
• Reactor Design
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Carsten Sievers serves as Adjunct Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, where he leads research in sustainable catalytic processes for fuel and chemical production from alternative resources. His work bridges fundamental spectroscopy with industrial reactor design to address petroleum dependence. Education: Diploma, Technical University of Munich, Germany (2003) D.Sc., Technical University of Munich, Germany (2006) Research Focus: Sievers' program integrates fundamental studies using IR, NMR, XAS, and Raman spectroscopy to probe catalyst structure-reactivity relationships with applied research on flow reactor systems for biomass conversion (hydrodeoxygenation, sugar upgrading) and mechanocatalytic polymer depolymerization. Key initiatives target CO 2 -neutral chemical production from biomass and waste plastics, emphasizing catalyst stability and regeneration. Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2025) reveals a strategic pivot toward mechanocatalysis for plastic recycling (polyethylene, polystyrene) and ammonia synthesis, while maintaining expertise in hydrocarbon catalysis. Dominant themes include reaction environment engineering in ball mills, metastable surface characterization, and process intensification for CO 2 electrolysis. Scientific Recognition: 2012 Young Scientist Award, International Congress on Catalysis 2023 ACS Fellow designation Academic Leadership: As Director and Past President of the Southeastern Catalysis Society, former ACS Division Director, and Editor of Applied Catalysis A: General , Sievers shapes catalysis research direction. His Sievers Group has secured competitive fellowships for students like Yuchen George Change (Eastman Chemical Fellowship) and Victor Brandão (Ziegler Award), reflecting strong mentorship in sustainable reaction engineering. Research Infrastructure: The group operates advanced flow reactors, spectroscopic characterization suites, and mechanochemical systems for in-situ catalyst analysis, supporting collaborations with industry partners on technology translation.

Shabaz MohammedView profile

Associate Professor

• Proteomics
• Mass Spectrometry
• Post-translational Modifications
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Shabaz Mohammed is an Associate Professor of Proteomics at the University of Oxford, holding joint appointments in the Departments of Chemistry and Biochemistry. Since 2020, he has served as Head of the Mechanistic Proteomics research programme at the Rosalind Franklin Institute. His research focuses on advancing proteomics technologies to study protein post-translational modifications and their roles in cellular processes, with applications in viral infections and disease mechanisms. Education: BSc in Chemistry, UMIST (now The University of Manchester), 1999 PhD in Biological Mass Spectrometry, University of Manchester, 2003 Postdoctoral Research, University of Southern Denmark (with Ole Jensen), 2005-2008 Postdoctoral Research, Utrecht University (with Albert Heck), 2008 Professor Mohammed's research centers on developing novel mass spectrometry approaches for large-scale characterization of protein post-translational modifications (PTMs). His group innovates in chromatographic techniques for single-cell proteomics, creates materials for PTM enrichment (glycosylation/phosphorylation), and applies these tools to study viral infections (SARS-CoV-2), cell cycle regulation, and signaling pathways. His work bridges chemistry, biochemistry, and cell biology to understand dynamic protein functions in health and disease. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on viral proteomics, particularly virus-host RNA-binding protein interactions, and innovations in mass spectrometry fragmentation techniques and chromatography. Key themes include viral remodeling of host cells, new labeling strategies for PTMs, and advancements in single-cell proteomics, with significant implications for understanding viral pathogenesis. Scientific Awards: No specific awards or fellowships were detailed in the source material. Advising and Grants: Information regarding graduate students supervised or specific research grants was not provided in the available text. As an active research group leader, Professor Mohammed likely mentors PhD students and secures competitive funding for proteomics research. Laboratories and Collaborations: Professor Mohammed leads a research group at Oxford focused on proteomics technology development. He collaborates extensively with the Ben Davis group on PTM detection materials and across the university on biochemical applications. At the Rosalind Franklin Institute, he heads the Mechanistic Proteomics programme to unravel protein functions through advanced proteomic methods.

Elaine O'ReillyView profile

Associate Professor

• Biocatalysis
• Organic Chemistry
• Enzyme Engineering
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Elaine O'Reilly is an Associate Professor and Vice-Principal for Research & Innovation at the School of Chemistry, University College Dublin . She holds a PhD in organic chemistry from UCD (2010) and has held academic positions at the University of Manchester (Postdoctoral 2010-2014), Manchester Metropolitan University (Lecturer 2014-2015), and University of Nottingham (Assistant Professor 2015-2019, promoted to Associate Professor 2018). Expertise in biocatalyst development and application Specialization in transaminase and cytochrome P450 engineering Focus on sustainable pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis Research Interests center on creating biocatalytic cascades for synthesizing complex molecules like chiral amines and iminosugars. She pioneered transaminase-triggered aza-Michael reactions for alkaloid synthesis and developed smart amine donors to overcome equilibrium limitations in biotransformations. Scientific Awards include the RSC Harrison-Meldola Prize (2017) Grants from EPSRC, BBSRC, and SFI support her work on continuous transaminase processes, heterogeneous biocatalysts, and sustainable chemistry collaborations with the University of Nottingham. Teaching Activities include coordinating the Aspects of MedChem and ChemBio module since 2019 and supervising PhD/BSc theses on biocatalysis and chemical biology.

• Cardio-metabolic disease prevention
• Food and water security
• Population salt reduction programs
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Jacqui Webster is a Professor of Public Health at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), leading the WHO Collaborating Centre on Nursing, Midwifery and Health Development. She serves as the Secretariat for the South Pacific Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officers Alliance (SPCNMOA) and continues collaborating with The George Institute for Global Health on salt reduction research. Key Grants: NHMRC Investigator Grant (Leadership 2), NHMRC IDEAS Grant, Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases grants Collaborations: Fiji National University, Deakin University, University of Sydney, UNSW, Northwestern University Her research focuses on reducing cardio-metabolic diseases through food/water security programs and salt reduction policies. Recent articles analyze potassium-enriched salt adoption barriers, global water sodium standards, ultra-processed food impacts in Fiji, and pandemic-related dietary shifts in Australia. She authored the public health-themed book Two Bugs on Bikes (Hembury Books 2025) based on her cycling journey across Europe and Africa. At UTS, she mentors early-career researchers and supports strategic operations for the WHO Collaborating Centre.

Sana Jahanshahi AnbuhiView profile

Associate Professor

• Paper-based microfluidic devices
• Analytical devices for point-of-care diagnostics
• Bio-sensing
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Dr. Sana Jahanshahi Anbuhi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering , Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science , Concordia University. She holds the Concordia University Research Chair Tier II in Stable Bio/Chemo-Sensors and serves as the Graduate Program Director for PhD and MASc programs. Her research focuses on Paper-based microfluidic devices and thermal stabilization of biologics for portable diagnostic applications. Education: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (2015), McMaster University , Canada B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Sharif University of Technology , Iran Her work emphasizes point-of-care diagnostics , bio-sensing , and detection of pesticides , heavy metals , and microorganisms . Recent publications highlight gold nanoparticle-based tablets for colorimetric assays in environmental monitoring and food safety . She has also contributed to flow control in paper microfluidics and vaccine stabilization using sugar films . Scientific patents include methods for stabilizing molecules without refrigeration and pullulan mixtures for preserving chemicals. Her teaching activities include courses on Advanced Separation Processes , Thermodynamics I , and Research Protocols and Safety . She actively mentors researchers and has participated in numerous international conferences and media features, including interviews in Le Devoir and The Globe and Mail .

Suyong LeeView profile

Professor

• Artificial intelligence for food systems
• Alternative food processing
• Food Texture Design
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Suyong Lee is a Professor in the Department of Food Science and Biotechnology at Sejong University, leading research at the Carbohydrate Bioproduct Research Center. His work bridges food science, artificial intelligence, and advanced processing technologies to develop innovative food systems. His research focuses on Artificial intelligence for food systems , Alternative food processing , and Food Texture Design , with particular emphasis on hydrocolloids, oleogels, and plant-based analogues. His laboratory specializes in rheo-processing technologies that integrate machine learning with hyperspectral imaging for non-destructive food analysis. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong trends in AI-driven food characterization, with 60% of his 2023-2025 work applying machine learning to predict food properties. His research spans from fundamental carbohydrate chemistry to applied product development, particularly in sugar reduction, fat replacement, and gluten-free systems. Over 130 peer-reviewed research papers More than 30 patent applications h-index of 47 with 6548 citations He actively supervises research in food texture engineering and maintains strong industry collaborations, particularly in developing plant-based meat and dairy alternatives using hydrocolloid-based technologies. His laboratory operates cutting-edge facilities for rheological analysis, hyperspectral imaging, and AI modeling of food systems.

Mingyuan Zhang BetancourtView profile

Research Fellow

• Antibiotics and Global Public Health
• Anthropology of Pharmaceuticals
• Medical Anthropology
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Dr. Mingyuan Zhang Betancourt is a socio-cultural anthropologist affiliated with the University of Oslo's Institute of Community Medicine and Global Health. Specializing in cross-cultural analysis between China and Africa, her work examines pharmaceutical supply chains and postcolonial development dynamics. PhD in Anthropology, University of Western Ontario (2018) Former Writing Fellow, University of Toronto Scarborough Her research spans multiple disciplines: Pharmaceutical Anthropology : Analyzing antibiotic shortages across India/China production networks China-Africa Relations : Investigating cultural identity formation through historic sugar plantations and Confucius Institute operations Political Ecology : Documenting resource conflicts in Malagasy agrarian systems Recent publications demonstrate: 2024 study on pharmaceutical production history 2023 comparative analysis of China-India trade disputes 2022 critique of cultural standardization in educational programs 2021 pandemic discourse analysis She actively explores: Global antibiotic accessibility Postcolonial development paradigms Transnational identity politics

• Political Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Social Identity Processes
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Dr. Efisio Manunta is an Associate Professor at the University of Toulouse , affiliated with the Cognition, Languages, and Ergonomics (CLLE) laboratory. His research bridges political psychology , health psychology , and social identity processes , focusing on topics like populism , radicalization , and pro-health behavior . He has co-authored high-impact studies in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin , Political Psychology , and Nature Human Behaviour . Research Interests : Motivational processes in identity construction Impact of identity threat on political and health behaviors Psychometric scale development (e.g., POP-ThIS for populism) Cross-cultural studies on sociosexual exchanges (e.g., sugar relationships) Notable Collaborations include ERC Advanced Grant projects at the University of Limerick, visiting positions at the University of Sussex and Sapienza Università di Roma, and contributions to global datasets during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lucia O'SullivanView profile

Professor

• Sexuality Studies
• Intimate Relationships
• Digital Technologies and Relationships
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Lucia O'Sullivan is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Psychology at the University of New Brunswick. She holds a PhD in Experimental Psychology from Bowling Green State University, with postdoctoral research training in HIV at Columbia University. Her research focuses on the intersection of sexuality and intimate relationships, including digital technologies' impact on relationships and barriers to sexual health care. She has conducted international studies in South Africa, the UK, Guatemala, India, and the US. Dr. O’Sullivan has authored/co-authored over 175 peer-reviewed articles, a textbook on human sexuality, and serves on multiple journal editorial boards. She is currently not accepting graduate students. Education: B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from UNB; PhD in Experimental Psychology from Bowling Green State University; Postdoctoral training in HIV at Columbia University. Research interests include adolescent and young adult sexuality, sexual violence prevention, and the role of technology in relationships. Her work emphasizes global health perspectives and collaborative international research. Key contributions include co-editing a book on sexual coercion and developing measurement tools like the Short Sexual Subjectivity Inventory. Her recent studies explore sugar arrangements, bystander intervention in sexual aggression, and infidelity predictors.

Yan BornéView profile

Associate Professor

• Nutrition Epidemiology
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Diabetes Research
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Yan Borné serves as Associate Professor and Associate Researcher at Lund University's Faculty of Medicine, with specialized expertise in Nutrition Epidemiology. He is actively affiliated with two major research initiatives: EpiHealth (Epidemiology for Health) and EXODIAB (Excellence of Diabetes Research in Sweden), reflecting his dual focus on population health and metabolic disorders. Dr. Borné's research spans critical areas of nutritional epidemiology, with particular emphasis on diet-disease relationships across multiple domains including cardiovascular health, diabetes, dementia, and mental health outcomes. His work frequently employs large-scale population-based cohort studies to investigate how dietary patterns - particularly ultraprocessed food consumption, dairy intake, and adherence to structured dietary indexes like EAT-Lancet - influence disease development and progression. The research integrates advanced methodologies including metabolomics and proteomics to identify biomarkers linking dietary exposures to health outcomes. Analysis of recent publications reveals a strong trend toward investigating the systemic effects of diet across multiple organ systems, with growing attention to mental health outcomes alongside traditional physical health endpoints. His work demonstrates increasing methodological sophistication through integration of omics technologies with traditional epidemiological approaches. Dr. Borné actively supervises doctoral research through multiple projects including 'Metabolic characterization of high sugar consumers' and 'The role of sugar intake in cardiovascular disease prevention,' indicating substantial involvement in training the next generation of researchers. His work has attracted significant attention, with several publications picked up by hundreds of news outlets and referenced across multiple social media platforms. He contributes to major collaborative research initiatives including 'Ultra-processed foods and cardiometabolic diseases in the Swedish population,' demonstrating leadership in contemporary nutrition research questions with significant public health implications. His research aligns with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to health and well-being.

Zeynep AtamerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Dairy Science & Technology
• Dairy Microbiology
• Dairy Bacteriophages
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Zeynep Atamer is an Assistant Professor at Oregon State University's Food Science and Technology Department, affiliated with the Food Innovation Center in Portland, OR. Her research focuses on dairy science and technology, particularly bacteriophage dynamics, spore inactivation, milk protein behavior, membrane processing, and food safety optimization. Primary affiliation: Oregon State University, Food Innovation Center Department: Food Science and Technology Research interests include: Dairy bacteriophages and their thermal/non-thermal inactivation Spore-forming bacteria in dairy processing Milk protein fractionation and functional properties Membrane separation technologies for dairy applications Cheese and fermentation process optimization Development of phage-free dairy products and sensitive detection systems Recent publications highlight advancements in UV-C/phage reduction strategies, casein-based material development, bitter peptide characterization in cheese, and encapsulation technologies for microbial control. Key subfields include dairy processing stressors, whey protein stability, and gut microbiota modulation via phage delivery. Her work integrates industrial-scale validation with lab-to-commercial translation, addressing critical challenges in dairy safety and functionality through interdisciplinary approaches spanning microbiology, biochemistry, and food engineering.

• Chemical Engineering
• Biorefinery
• Biofuels
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CARMEN PADILLA RASCÓN is a Researcher at the Department of Chemical, Environmental and Materials Engineering at the University of Jaén. She obtained her Doctorate in 2022 with the thesis "Production of furfural and bioethanol from olive stones." Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of Jaén (2022) Her research focuses on lignocellulosic biomass valorization through biorefinery systems, particularly using agricultural residues like olive stones and vine shoots for producing biofuels and high-value chemicals. Key techniques include steam explosion, acid/alkaline pretreatments, and microwave-assisted processing. Recent publications highlight integrated biorefinery strategies, furfural production optimization, and recovery of bioactive phenolic compounds. The work often involves process engineering, catalytic transformations, and circular economy principles.