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Mark D. Nobleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stem Cell Biology
• Neuroscience
• Oncology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mark D. Noble is a pioneering Professor (Part-Time) in the Department of Biomedical Genetics at the University of Rochester School of Medicine , with concurrent appointments in Neurology, Neurobiology and Anatomy. He co-discovered the first CNS precursor cell in 1983 and directs the University of Rochester Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine Institute . His career spans institutions including Stanford University and University College London. Ph.D., Genetics, Stanford University (1977) B.S., Biology & Philosophy, Franklin & Marshall College (1971) Post-doctoral: MRC Neuroimmunology Project, University College London (1977-1981) Research Focus : Dr. Noble's work bridges stem cell biology , neuroscience , and oncology . His lab discovered the redox/Fyn/c-Cbl pathway , revealing how oxidative states regulate stem cell function and cancer progression. Key contributions include chemobrain mechanisms , lysosomal dysfunction therapies , and pharmacological approaches for nerve injuries. His team developed 4-aminopyridine applications for nerve repair and diagnosis. Collaborative Impact : Working with Drs. Chris Proschel and Margot Mayer-Pröschel, he advanced astrocyte transplantation for spinal cord and Parkinson's injury. His work on cancer stem cells in glioblastoma and basal-like breast cancer identified novel therapeutic targets through Cool-1/β-pix inhibition of c-Cbl. Patents & Mentorship : Dr. Noble holds 15 patents and consults for biotech companies. His lab has mentored graduate students like Ludia Pack , Yunpeng Pang , and Neal Shah , while driving research on metabolic regulation of stem cells and translational medicine .

• Pharmacology
• Cholesterol Metabolism
• Alzheimer's Disease
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Bianca Papotti is a fixed-term Researcher at the Department of Food and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Parma. Her academic career spans interdisciplinary research in Pharmacology Cholesterol Metabolism Neurodegenerative Diseases Cardiovascular Pathology Immunometabolism . She teaches courses including Experimental Pharmacology and Food Toxicology. Her research focuses on the role of PCSK9 and cholesterol efflux in Alzheimer's Disease Atherosclerosis Rheumatoid Arthritis Lipoprotein Biology Inflammatory Disease Drug Development . Key trends in her publications (3 in 2025, 12 in 2024) reveal strong emphasis on PCSK9 inhibition mechanisms, cholesterol-immune crosstalk in rheumatoid arthritis, and fasting interventions in lipid-related pathologies. Her work has explored PCSK9's neuroinflammatory effects ABCA1/ABCG1 transporter dynamics Macrophage cholesterol loading Natural compound screening HDL dysfunction in diabetes Covid-19 lipid interactions .

Ole Petter Ottersenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Neuroscience
• Global Health Governance
• Aquaporin Channels
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ole Petter Ottersen is a Professor at the University of Oslo’s Faculty of Medicine, affiliated with the Institute of Basic Medical Sciences. He previously served as Rector of the University of Oslo (2009–2017) and President of Karolinska Institutet (2017–2023). Ottersen holds dual roles as a Visiting Professor at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin’s Global Health Institute and an affiliated member of Karolinska’s Department of Neuroscience and Department of Global Public Health. He is also Vice President of the Virchow Foundation and chairs the Lancet Commission on Global Governance for Health 2.0. His career spans academic leadership, research coordination, and international health policy advocacy. Education: He earned an M.D. (1980) and Ph.D. in Neuroscience (1982) from the University of Oslo. Ottersen has held academic positions including Research Fellow (1978–1983), Associate Professor (1983–1992), and has coordinated prestigious EU and Nordic grants. His research priorities include academic quality, internationalization, innovation, and dissemination. Research interests focus on molecular neuroscience (e.g., aquaporin-4 channels in brain water dynamics) and global health governance. His work bridges basic science and policy, addressing health inequity, pandemic preparedness, and sustainable healthcare. Recent publications emphasize systemic approaches to global crises, vaccine equity, and interdisciplinary solutions for health challenges. Ottersen has received the Anders Jahre Medical Prize (twice), the Lundbeck Nordic Research Prize, and honorary doctorates from multiple institutions. His awards include France’s Ordre national du Mérite (2019) and Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun (2023). He has led prize committees, including the Kavli Prize in Neuroscience. He has coordinated major national and international grants, such as Norway’s Functional Genomics Program (FUGE) and the EU’s Biomed and NeuroImage projects. His advisory roles include the European Research Council (ERC), WHO-related initiatives, and boards like Oslo University Hospital and NordForsk. Ottersen’s teaching spans medical students since 1976, covering neurobiology, histology, and anatomy. Key initiatives include founding the Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities and leading the Lancet Commission on Global Governance for Health. He collaborates with institutions like EMBL-Norway, Africa CDC, and the Global Virus Network, emphasizing intersectoral action and equitable global health systems.

Mehdi Adibiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Systems Neuroscience
• Sensorimotor Processing
• Neural Coding
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Mehdi Adibi is a Research Fellow at Monash University's Department of Physiology and the Biomedicine Discovery Institute. He leads the Neurodigit Lab, focusing on neural coding and sensorimotor processing in rodents and humans. Previously, he held NHMRC CJ Martin and ARC DECRA fellowships. He earned his PhD in Neuroscience (2014, UNSW), MSc in Telecommunications Engineering (2008, Iran University of Science and Technology), and BSc in Electrical Engineering (Isfahan University of Technology). His research integrates electrophysiology, optogenetics, and behavioral paradigms to study tactile perception and sensorimotor integration. Key areas include whisker-mediated touch in rodents, cortical dynamics, and translational applications like stroke rehabilitation. Technological innovations include tactile stimulators and modular behavioral setups. He supervises PhD/Masters students and has received awards such as the ARC DECRA Fellowship (2019) and NHMRC CJ Martin Fellowship (2015). Community contributions include CSIRO's Scientists in Schools program and neuroscience outreach.

Vikaas Sohalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Brain Circuits
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vikaas Sohal, MD, PhD is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine and a member of the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences. He directs a neuroscience laboratory investigating the brain circuits underlying fundamental aspects of cognition and emotion, with particular focus on gamma oscillations in normal cognition and schizophrenia, as well as how rhythmic brain activity encodes emotional states. Dr. Sohal is also a board-certified psychiatrist who supervises residents in the Early Psychosis (PATH) clinic. Dr. Sohal earned his A.B. and S.M. in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University in 1997, followed by an M.A.St. in Mathematics from the University of Cambridge in 1998. He completed his M.D./Ph.D. in Neuroscience at Stanford University in 2005, where he also completed his residency in adult psychiatry. During his residency, he conducted postdoctoral research with Dr. Karl Deisseroth, performing some of the first experiments using optogenetics to study information processing in brain circuits. Dr. Sohal's research has focused on neural circuit mechanisms underlying cognitive and emotional processes, with particular emphasis on gamma oscillations, prefrontal-hippocampal interactions, and the role of specific interneuron subtypes in information processing. His laboratory has made significant contributions to understanding how parvalbumin interneurons generate gamma oscillations that organize prefrontal networks to promote behavioral adaptation. His recent work has explored the circuit basis of emotional states, pain-related aversion, and neuropsychiatric disorders. His publication record shows a consistent trajectory of high-impact research, with recent publications spanning topics from psilocybin effects to thalamocortical organoids for neuropsychiatric disorder modeling. His work demonstrates a progression from fundamental circuit mechanisms to translational applications for psychiatric disorders, particularly focusing on schizophrenia and emotional processing abnormalities. Dr. Sohal has secured continuous NIH funding as Principal Investigator since 2009, including multiple R01 grants, an R56, DP2, R00, and K99 awards, demonstrating sustained research productivity and significance. His research program represents a sophisticated integration of molecular, cellular, circuit, and behavioral approaches to understand and potentially treat neuropsychiatric disorders.

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Axonal Transport
• Motor Neurone Disease
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Andrew Grierson is a Senior Lecturer in Neuroscience at the School of Medicine and Population Health, University of Sheffield, based at the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN). His research focuses on molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases with translational applications. His educational background includes: PhD in Molecular Genetics from the University of Sheffield (1991-1994) BSc in Genetics from the University of Sheffield (1988-1991) Dr Grierson's work centers on axonal transport regulation in motor neurone disease (MND) and hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP) , utilizing zebrafish and mouse models to investigate disease mechanisms and therapeutic interventions. Current projects include HDAC6 inhibition studies for CMT2A and HSP, C9ORF72 protein function analysis in ALS, and spastin gene replacement therapy development. His laboratory emphasizes preclinical translation with strong industry and charity partnerships. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2013-2022) reveals consistent focus on ALS/MND pathophysiology, with increasing emphasis on C9ORF72-related mechanisms , mitochondrial dysfunction , and therapeutic target validation . The work bridges basic molecular neuroscience and clinical applications, predominantly using in vivo models and translational biomarkers . Dr Grierson supervises multiple PhD students and collaborates with Pamela Shaw and Bob Johnston at Sheffield. His research group includes technicians Katie Adamson and Gary Shaw, operating within SITraN's specialized facilities for neurodegenerative disease research.

Shahzad S. Khanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurodegeneration
• Aging
• Signal Transduction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shahzad S. Khan is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine , affiliated with the Departments of Neurology and Cell Biology and Physiology . His research focuses on the molecular basis of neurodegeneration , aging mechanisms, and signal transduction in neurological diseases. Education : PhD in Neuroscience (2018) from The University of Virginia; Postdoctoral Scholar (2018-2023) at Stanford University; B.Sc. in Chemical Sciences (2011) from Florida State University His work combines mouse models , neural cultures , human brain samples , and advanced techniques like single-cell transcriptomics and proteomics to study Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Recent publications highlight LRRK2 kinase activity in cilia dynamics, tau signaling in Alzheimer’s, and hedgehog pathway disruptions in neurodegeneration. Key awards include the Rising Star Award (UNC, 2022), Stanford PRISM Fellowship (2017), and NIH predoctoral support (2016-2017). He leads the Khan Lab at UNC Neuroscience Research Building, investigating therapeutic targets for age-related neurodegenerative diseases.

Guoqiang Yuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Pattern Recognition
• Optimization
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Guoqiang Yu is a Professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech. He holds a joint appointment at the Virginia Tech Research Center - Arlington. His research focuses on integrating machine learning, signal processing, and statistical methods to develop computational tools for analyzing multiplatform biomedical data. Key areas include neuroinformatics, bioinformatics, and systems biology, with applications in understanding human diseases through genomic, proteomic, and imaging data integration. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Virginia Tech (2011) Postdoctoral Fellowship at Stanford University (2012) M.S. Tsinghua University (2004) B.S. Shandong University (2001) Research Interests: Machine learning methodologies for biomedical data analysis, pattern recognition in complex datasets, optimization algorithms for high-dimensional data, stochastic signal processing, and their applications in neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., ALS, Alzheimer's), glial cell biology, and precision medicine. His work emphasizes developing open-source tools like ABDS, CAM3.0, and SynQuant for data normalization, deconvolution, and quantitative imaging analysis. Awards & Service: NSF Career Award (2018) Dean's Award for Excellence in Research (2022) Member of NIH BRAIN Initiative Consortium (2021–present) Associate Editor for BMC Bioinformatics (2017–present) Labs & Teams: Leads the Yu Lab at Virginia Tech, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in neuroscience, bioengineering, and computational biology. Active in NIH-funded consortia focused on brain data science and large-scale neuroimaging initiatives.

Dhaval Joshiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroscience
• Addiction Studies
• Neurobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dhaval Joshi is a Researcher in the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Belin laboratory. His research focuses on understanding the neurobiological mechanisms underlying drug addiction, particularly the role of interoceptive mechanisms and the insular cortex. He investigates how astrocytic dopamine transporter regulation contributes to compulsive drug-seeking behaviors and the development of addiction-related habits. His work integrates neurobiological approaches to study addiction, including the impact of dopamine signaling in astrocytes across brain regions like the striatum. He also explores translational models of addiction and relapse prevention mechanisms. His recent studies highlight the significance of astrocyte-neuron interactions in modulating drug-seeking behaviors and the neuroplastic changes associated with addiction progression. His research interests span addiction neuroscience, neuropharmacology, and the neural circuits governing compulsive behaviors. While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to understanding the astrocytic role in addiction are notable within the field.

• Comparative Animal Nutrition
• Physiology
• Ageing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Neal Dawson is a Lecturer in Comparative Animal Nutrition (Physiology, Ageing & Welfare) at the University of Glasgow. His research focuses on mitochondrial physiology, physiological adaptations to environmental challenges, and ageing processes in animals. Key areas include metabolic efficiency in ectotherms, high-altitude adaptations in birds and mammals, and the impacts of environmental factors like artificial light and climate change on organismal health. Major publications explore mitochondrial function in salmon, ducks, and finches, linking metabolic traits to survival and behavior. He collaborates widely, appearing as co-author in journals like Royal Society Open Science and Proceedings of the Royal Society B. His work bridges ecology, physiology, and evolutionary biology, addressing questions about individual variation in energetics and stress responses. Research consistently emphasizes mitochondrial efficiency as a predictive marker for growth, feeding behavior, and survival trade-offs. Recent trends highlight climate change impacts on aquatic species and the mechanistic basis for altitude adaptation in vertebrates. Dawson’s studies often involve interdisciplinary approaches, integrating biochemical assays with field observations and comparative analyses. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed, though his extensive publication record suggests active grant-supported research. He advises no listed students but collaborates with global researchers in avian, fish, and amphibian physiology.

• Radiation Biology
• Cancer Therapy
• Metabolic Dysfunction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Collin Heer is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Therapeutic Radiology at Yale School of Medicine, Yale University. He holds a BS in Biochemistry and Biology from Clarke University (2015) and a PhD in Free Radical and Radiation Biology from the University of Iowa (2021). His postdoctoral training at Yale (2025) further solidified his expertise in radiation biology and cancer therapy. Dr. Heer’s research focuses on mitochondrial metabolism, NAD+ signaling in cancer and neuroinflammation, and the development of novel therapies targeting metabolic dysfunctions. His work bridges molecular mechanisms with translational applications, including radiation sensitizers, antioxidant therapies, and CRISPR-based gene editing. His publications highlight contributions to understanding NAD+ metabolism in viral infections, synergistic effects of radiation with drugs like avasopasem, and mitochondrial dysfunction’s role in cancer progression. He collaborates with the Bindra Lab, advancing studies on tumor ablation strategies and metabolic pathways. While no formal trainees are listed, his research aligns with Yale Cancer Center initiatives. He has presented findings at conferences like AACR25. His work emphasizes actionable insights for enhancing cancer therapies through metabolic and redox biology principles.

• Neurogenetics
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Mouse Models in Human Disease Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Elizabeth Fisher is a leading academic in Neurogenetics at the UCL Queen Square Centre for Neuromuscular Diseases , affiliated with the Faculty of Brain Sciences at University College London. She specializes in mouse models for human neurodegenerative diseases. Undergraduate: Physiological Sciences, University of Oxford (1978–1981) PhD: Mouse Molecular Genetics, St Mary’s Hospital Medical School (Imperial College) and MRC Mammalian Genetics Unit (Harwell) (1983) Her research focuses on Down’s syndrome and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) , using mouse models to investigate the neurological basis of these conditions. She collaborates extensively, including with Victor Tybulewicz since 1991. Recent publications highlight her work in neurogenetics , mouse modeling , and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms , including studies on ALS, Down syndrome, and metabolic alterations in genetically modified mice. Scientific recognitions include: Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (2007) Member of EMBO (2009) Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (2010) Wellcome Trust Senior Investigator (with Victor Tybulewicz) Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and translational approaches, leveraging mouse genetics to address fundamental questions in neurodegeneration.

Eiron Cudabackمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Neuroinflammation
• Molecular Mechanisms of Disease
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Eiron Cudaback serves as an Associate Professor in DePaul University's College of Science and Health, teaching core courses including Integrated Human Anatomy and Physiology, Molecular Mechanisms of Human Disease, and Introduction to Pharmacology as a full-time faculty member. His academic credentials include: PhD in Health Sciences and Neuroscience Dr. Cudaback's research centers on neurodegenerative diseases with emphasis on APOE-driven neuroinflammation. His laboratory investigates how APOE ε4—the strongest genetic Alzheimer's risk factor—dysregulates microglial and astrocyte function, employing biochemical, in vitro , and in vivo approaches to uncover molecular pathways in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, MS, and TBI. Key focus areas include chemokine signaling, neuroimmune crosstalk, and genetic modulation of disease progression. Analysis of his 2014-2021 publications reveals consistent exploration of APOE genotype effects on neuroinflammatory mechanisms, spanning from molecular studies of glial chemokine production to behavioral outcomes in transgenic models. His work demonstrates translational connections between genetic risk factors, innate immune responses, and neuropathology across multiple neurodegenerative conditions. No student advising details or research grants were specified in available materials. He leads an active research laboratory utilizing multidisciplinary techniques to dissect neuroinflammatory pathways in neurodegeneration, with collaborations examining microglial depletion effects, APOE-neprilysin interactions, and dopamine-neurodegeneration relationships in disease models.

• Neuroscience
• Physiology
• Neurophysiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nick A. Ritucci, Ph.D., serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Neuroscience, Cell Biology, and Physiology within the College of Science and Mathematics at Wright State University. He directs multiple core physiology courses including Human Anatomy & Physiology I/II and Human Structure & Function I/II, demonstrating extensive pedagogical leadership through course coordination roles since earning his doctorate from Wright State in 1997. Education: B.S. in Natural Sciences, Xavier University (1989) M.S. in Physiology & Biophysics, Wright State University (1992) Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences, Wright State University (1997) Dr. Ritucci's research centers on respiratory neurophysiology , specifically investigating neuronal and astrocytic responses to hypercapnia and intracellular pH regulation in brainstem chemosensitive regions. His work employs advanced techniques like fluorescence pH imaging in brainstem slices to elucidate mechanisms in areas including the retrotrapezoid nucleus and locus coeruleus, with implications for sleep apnea and respiratory disorders. His publication record (1995-2005) reveals consistent focus on chemoreception mechanisms, particularly how medullary neurons regulate acid-base balance during hypercapnia. These studies, primarily in the American Journal of Physiology , established foundational knowledge in respiratory control neurobiology through innovative single-cell pH measurement methodologies. Scientific Awards: Boonshoft School of Medicine Excellence in Undergraduate Edcuation (2025) College of Science and Mathematics Undergraduate Students' Choice Award (2015) Wright State University Teaching Excellence Award (2010) Research Training Fellowship, American Lung Association (2000-2002) Comroe-Forster-Lambertsen Young Investigator Award (1999) Dr. Ritucci secured significant research funding including the American Lung Association Fellowship (2000-2002), while his course co-director roles across six physiology programs demonstrate sustained educational leadership. His dual focus on rigorous laboratory research and curriculum development has shaped neuroscience education at Wright State for over two decades.

• Non-parametric statistical methods
• Machine learning
• Statistical methods in genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ambrosi Alessandro is an Associate Professor in Medical Statistics at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. Holding a PhD in Statistics from the University of Padua (1999), he has contributed extensively to biostatistical methodologies in medical research, particularly in gene therapy, hematology, and computational biology. Degree in Statistics, University of Padua (1996) PhD in Statistics, University of Padua (1999) His research focuses on non-parametric statistical methods, machine learning applications in medicine, and statistical genetics. He has developed analytical frameworks for retroviral integration site mapping and biomarker discovery in preeclampsia and cancer prognosis. Recent work examines placental gene expression in pregnancy complications, orthodontic biomechanics, and cardiovascular risk prediction models. His publications span top-tier journals such as EMBO, Blood, and Nature Biotechnology. Fellow, Cochrane (2024-present) Fellow, Società Italiana di Statistica (2024-present) Fellow, SISMEC (2013-present) Ambrosi has served as a contract professor at the University of Padua and participates in doctoral colleges across Italy. His collaborations include international institutions like the University of Aarhus (Denmark) and the University of Oslo (Norway).