جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Autonomic Modulation of Cardiovascular Function
• Baroreflex Sensitivity
• Childhood Obesity and Autonomic Function
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter L. Latchman serves as a Professor in the Department of Health and Movement Sciences at Southern Connecticut State University. He holds a Doctorate in Applied Physiology from Columbia University and is an Overseas Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine. His academic career spans decades of research in autonomic cardiovascular regulation with applications to diverse populations including Young adults post-COVID-19 infection Ethnic disparities in baroreflex sensitivity Autonomic dysfunction in obese children Central hemodynamic analysis Recent scholarship focuses on autonomic modulation patterns and their implications for cardiovascular health, while his teaching portfolio encompasses both graduate and undergraduate courses in exercise physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, and medical terminology. Dr. Latchman has delivered presentations at international symposia on topics including Baroreflex sensitivity in African American populations Effects of aerobic capacity on autonomic recovery Vascular physiological assessment techniques Scientific contributions include Overseas Fellowship, Royal Society of Medicine $10,000 grant for cardiovascular assessment in autistic children (2023) He maintains active research collaborations with institutions such as East China Normal University and Hong Kong Baptist University.

Virend Somersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiovascular Medicine
• Sleep Apnea
• Neurocirculatory Control
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Virend Somers, M.D., Ph.D. , is a Professor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, with primary appointments in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, and joint appointments in Physiology & Biomedical Engineering and Nephrology & Hypertension. He directs the Cardiovascular and Sleep Facilities within Mayo Clinic's Center for Clinical and Translational Science. Education: MB ChB, University of Natal D.Phil., University of Oxford Resident, Internal Medicine, University of Iowa Fellow, Cardiovascular Diseases, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Research Interests: Dr. Somers' research centers on neural and vascular mechanisms in circulatory control, particularly in sleep disorders such as obstructive and central sleep apnea, hypertension, obesity, and heart failure. His team investigates autonomic nervous system regulation, chemoreflex responses, and vascular biology in humans. His work bridges basic physiology with clinical applications to improve cardiovascular outcomes. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2021–2025) show a strong emphasis on sleep-cardiovascular interactions, including blood pressure regulation during sleep, cardiovascular mortality in the context of comorbidities like obesity and COVID-19, and neurocardiological mechanisms in arrhythmias and syncope. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Sleep , Journal of the American Heart Association , and Journal of Physiology . Scientific Awards: Alice Sheets Marriott Professor (2016) CTSA Mentor of the Year (2012) Distinguished Scientist in Cardiopulmonary Physiology, American College of Chest Physicians (2017) Stanford University World's Top 2% Scientists (2021) Lifetime Achievement Award, South African Society of Sleep Medicine (2012) Doctor Honoris Causa, Masaryk University (2007) Advising and Grants: Dr. Somers has mentored numerous trainees who have won national awards. His research is supported by four NIH R01 grants, a Dana Foundation grant, and a NATO grant. His leadership in collaborative research spans institutions in the U.S., Europe, and South Africa. Labs and Teams: He leads the Cardiovascular Facility and Sleep Facility at Mayo Clinic’s Center for Clinical and Translational Science, fostering interdisciplinary research on sleep and cardiovascular disease.

Katrina Choeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social Neuroscience
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Oxytocin Signaling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katrina Choe serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour at McMaster University and holds a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Neurobiology of Social Behaviour. Her research program investigates the multi-level neurobiological mechanisms underlying psychiatric disorders, with primary focus on autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and oxytocin signaling pathways. Her academic training includes: PhD in Neuroscience from McGill University (2013) Honours BSc in Zoology from University of Toronto (2002-2006) Postdoctoral Fellowship at UCLA (2013-2020) Dr. Choe's research employs an integrative approach spanning molecular, cellular, circuit, and network levels to examine how ASD-associated gene mutations disrupt social behavior. Current work centers on oxytocin signaling mechanisms in ASD, convergent neurobiological pathways across psychiatric disorders, and the role of glial cells in neural circuit function. Her lab utilizes advanced techniques including optogenetic fMRI, single-cell RNA sequencing, and multi-level behavioral assays in genetic mouse models. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a clear research trajectory: early work (2015-2020) established foundational knowledge in vasopressin neuron regulation and salt homeostasis, while recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate a focused shift toward ASD mechanisms, oxytocin signaling, and social circuit dysfunction using the Cntnap2 knockout model. This evolution reflects her transition from postdoctoral training to independent research leadership. Her scientific recognition includes: Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Neurobiology of Social Behaviour (2022) NIMH K99/R00 Award CIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship Dr. Choe actively mentors six graduate students across PhD and MSc programs while leading a dynamic research team comprising postdoctoral fellows, laboratory technicians, and undergraduate researchers. Her program receives substantial support from major grants including a 5-year CIHR Project Grant and NSERC Discovery Grant focused on 'The role of CASPR2 in central oxytocin system development.' The Choe Lab maintains active collaborations with leading neuroscience groups including the Bourque, Prager-Khoutorsky, and Cunningham labs, as evidenced by participation in the 4th 1000 Islands/Gananoque Meeting on Hypothalamic Mechanisms. Her laboratory, established in 2020, operates as a multidisciplinary hub utilizing molecular biology (qPCR, RNA-seq), advanced imaging (lightsheet, confocal), electrophysiology (in vitro and in vivo), and behavioral neuroscience approaches to investigate social behavior mechanisms. Current projects examine microglia-astrocyte-neuron interactions in social circuit function and the therapeutic potential of oxytocin for ASD-related social deficits.

• Neuroscience
• Neurocardiology
• Gut-Brain Axis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rui Chang is an Associate Professor at Yale University School of Medicine , jointly appointed in the Department of Neuroscience and Department of Cellular and Molecular Physiology . His research focuses on organ-to-brain circuits and neurocardiology with specific interest in Parkinson's disease . He completed his B.S. in Biological Sciences at Tsinghua University (2005) Ph.D. in Neuroscience at University of Southern California (2011) Postdoctoral training in the lab of Stephen Liberles at Harvard Medical School (2017) Research Highlights: The Chang lab employs single-cell gene expression profiling , virus-based anatomical mapping , and optogenetics to investigate vagal interoceptive systems and their roles in cardiovascular regulation and gut-brain axis dysfunction in neurodegenerative diseases. Their work has revealed a multidimensional coding architecture for visceral sensory signals. Notable Scientific Awards: McKnight Neurobiology of Brain Disorders Award (2021) NIH Director’s New Innovator Award (2019) Kavli Faculty Innovative Research Award (2019) NIH K01 Mentored Research Scientist Award (2017) Keystone Symposia Future of Science Scholarship (2016) Collaborative Network: Chang collaborates with experts in neurodegeneration (David A. Hafler, MD), biostatistics (Hongyu Zhao, PhD), and neural imaging (Le Zhang, PhD). His work intersects with the Stephen & Denise Adams Center for Parkinson’s Disease Research and Kavli Institute for Neuroscience .

Corey Tomczakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Heart Failure
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Corey Tomczak is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on cardiovascular physiology, cardiac rehabilitation, and exercise intolerance in chronic conditions such as heart failure and congenital heart disease. He holds a PhD in Rehabilitation Medicine and has extensive postdoctoral training in the field. His work integrates clinical and physiological approaches to improve outcomes in patients with cardiovascular disorders. Affiliations: University of Saskatchewan, College of Kinesiology Research Themes: Health Aging and Management of Chronic Conditions, Child and Youth Health and Development Dr. Tomczak's research examines mechanisms underlying exercise limitations in heart failure and congenital heart disease, including autonomic regulation, vascular function, and skeletal muscle metabolism. He has trained numerous graduate students and mentors future researchers in cardiovascular physiology. His lab, the Russ Kisby Physical Activity and Health Promotion Laboratory, collaborates with clinical partners at the Royal University Hospital. Key areas of investigation include cerebrovascular responses during exercise, muscle metaboreflex modulation of cardiac function, and the impact of exercise training on cardiovascular outcomes. Recent work highlights impaired vascular function in heart failure and sex-based differences in exercise capacity.

Kieran Abbottsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Exercise Physiology
• Pharmacology
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kieran Abbotts is a Researcher in the Department of Human Physiology at the University of Oregon's College of Arts and Sciences. His work focuses on exercise physiology, pharmacology, and cardiovascular responses to physical activity and drug interventions. He has published extensively on topics such as histamine effects, caffeine and cannabidiol impacts on exercise performance, and clinical trials involving heat therapy and hypertension. Key research interests include the physiological mechanisms of exercise-induced responses, drug interactions with exercise, and clinical applications of exercise-based therapies. Recent studies explore the role of magnesium supplementation, antihistamines, and edible marijuana on muscle function and cardiovascular health. His articles highlight trends in understanding biomarkers (e.g., 1-methylhistamine), mast cell activity in muscle dialysate, and gender differences in exercise responses. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

Alexandra Bugalho De Mouraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Actuarial Science
• Optimal Reinsurance
• Climate Risk Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alexandra Bugalho De Moura is an Associate Professor of Statistics and Actuarial Sciences at the Department of Mathematics, ISEG-University of Lisbon. She coordinates curricular units in Actuarial Sciences, Statistics, and Data Analysis, and leads the Master's in Actuarial Sciences program. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Mathematical Engineering from Politecnico di Milano (2007), a BSc in Applied Mathematics and Computing from IST, University of Lisbon (2001), and a Master’s in Actuarial Sciences from ISEG (2018). Her research focuses on actuarial sciences, particularly optimal reinsurance with dependencies, and climate risk analysis using climate and insurance loss data. Previously, she contributed to computational hemodynamics modeling cerebral aneurysms and blood flow dynamics. She has led an FCT-funded project on optimal reinsurance and supervised over 30 master’s theses in actuarial risk theory and data science applications. Professional experience includes roles as Post-Doctoral Fellow at CEMAT (2007–2014) and teaching positions since 2000. She has published extensively in top journals like European Actuarial Journal and Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering , with over 20 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Her work bridges mathematical rigor with practical applications in insurance risk modeling, climate-related financial risks, and biomedical engineering. Current research explores dependencies in reinsurance treaties and climate-driven insurance loss patterns.

• Cardiovascular Health
• Exercise Physiology
• Spinal Cord Injury
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maureen J Macdonald is a Full Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and currently serves as Provost and Vice-President, Academic at McMaster University . She previously held the position of Dean of Science and leads the Exercise Metabolism Research Group . BSc in Chemistry from Acadia University MSc and PhD in Kinesiology from University of Waterloo Post-doctoral research at Western University and University of British Columbia Her research expertise spans cardiovascular health, exercise physiology, spinal cord injury rehabilitation, and aging. Recent work focuses on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) for stroke survivors, hormonal contraceptive effects on vascular function, and sleep restriction impacts on vascular health. She investigates how exercise modulates cardiovascular disease risk factors across biological sex, gender identity, and age groups. She has contributed extensively to journals like Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise , Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism , and Journal of Applied Physiology . Her 2024-2025 publications reveal trends in applying thermal interventions , hormonal regulation , and gender-inclusive cardiovascular research . As an educator, she has taught graduate-level courses including Directed Readings in Kinesiology and Individual Research Studies since 2006, with recent mentorship activities in 2023.

Mette S. Olufsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mathematical Biology
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Inverse Problems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mette S. Olufsen is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at North Carolina State University (NC State), affiliated with the College of Sciences. She leads the Cardiovascular Dynamics Research Group and directs the DRUMS REU Program. Her research focuses on mathematical biology, cardiovascular physiology, and inverse problems, with expertise in differential equations and fluid mechanics applied to biomedical systems. Olufsen holds a PhD in Applied and Industrial Mathematics from Roskilde University (1998) and an MS in Mathematics and Computer Science from the same institution. Her work integrates computational models with experimental data to study cardiovascular, respiratory, and inflammatory systems. Notable projects include modeling pulmonary hypertension, autonomic cardiovascular control during orthostatic stress, and parameter optimization in single-ventricle patient models. She collaborates extensively on interdisciplinary projects, publishing in journals like Mathematical Biosciences and Biomechanics and Modeling in Mechanobiology . Her research groups span Control, Optimization, and Modeling; Mathematical Biology; and Numerical Analysis. She also contributes to educational initiatives through the REU program, fostering undergraduate research in biomathematics. Olufsen’s labs and teams focus on translating mathematical models into clinical applications, particularly in understanding cardiovascular dynamics under stress and disease. Her work bridges applied mathematics with biomedical engineering, emphasizing practical clinical relevance and parameter identifiability in complex biological systems.

• Arterial Stiffness
• Endothelial Function
• Microneurography
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Kanokwan Bunsawat (PhD) is a researcher affiliated with the Division of Geriatrics in Internal Medicine. Her work focuses on cardiovascular physiology, aging, and vascular dysfunction in chronic diseases. Education: PhD in Physiology from University of Utah School of Medicine, Fellowship in Geriatrics, and Professional Medical Fellowship at University of Illinois at Chicago. Research interests include arterial stiffness , endothelial function , sympathetic nervous system , renal function , and exercise hemodynamics , particularly in heart failure subtypes (HFpEF, HFrEF) and vulnerable populations like those with Down syndrome or spinal cord injury. She has published extensively on statin therapy, antioxidant interventions (BH4, L-citrulline), and racial/socioeconomic disparities in vascular health. Recent work explores evolutionary insights from marine mammals and sex differences in cardiovascular responses. Key article trends (2020-2025) highlight microvascular dysfunction in HFpEF , sympathetic dysregulation , oxidative stress as a therapeutic target, and health disparities in cardiometabolic disease. Collaborations span institutions including University of Utah, University of Illinois, and international teams.

Mike Tymkoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Physiology
• Cerebrovascular Physiology
• Human Adaptation to Stressors
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mike Tymko is an Assistant Professor at the University of Guelph , affiliated with the College of Biological Science . His research focuses on environmental and cerebrovascular physiology, particularly how stressors like hypoxia, thermal changes, and orthostatic challenges affect autonomic regulation and cerebral blood flow. Mount Royal University (B.H.Sc) University of British Columbia (MSc, PhD) University of Alberta (Postdoc) University of British Columbia (Postdoc) Research Interests: Dr. Tymko investigates the interplay between autonomic nervous activity and cerebrovascular function. His work spans high-altitude adaptations, concussion-related vascular changes, and environmental stress responses, employing methods like microneurography and blood flow monitoring. Publication Trends (2016-2025): His articles demonstrate consistent focus on: Neurovascular coupling under stress Dynamic autonomic responses High-altitude physiological adaptations Thermal and hypoxic stress mechanisms Comparative population vascular studies Human circulatory biomarkers Students: Current MSc advisees include Jenna McCrone and Christabel Osei-Boateng . He actively recruits graduate students for his Integrative Cerebrovascular & Environmental Physiology Lab.

Leandro Campos de Britoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Exercise Physiology
• Circadian Biology
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Leandro Campos de Brito is a Research Fellow in the field of Exercise Physiology and Circadian Biology . He holds a Ph.D. in Human Physiology from the University of São Paulo and completed a Ph.D. internship at the University of Oregon. His research focuses on the interplay between chronotherapeutic exercise , cardiovascular health , and circadian rhythms to mitigate cardiovascular risk in vulnerable populations. Education: B.S. in Movement Sciences (2008), Paulista University M.S. and Ph.D. in Human Physiology (2013, 2018), University of São Paulo Ph.D. Internship (2017), University of Oregon Research Areas: Chronobiology of Exercise Cardiovascular Autonomic Control Post-Exercise Hypotension Light Therapy and Blood Pressure Publications: 15+ peer-reviewed articles addressing exercise timing , sleep quality , and cardiovascular mechanisms in Chronobiology International , Journal of Physiology , and Frontiers in Physiology . Memberships: Executive Director (2021-2022), Brazilian Hypertension Society Member, Sleep Research Society

• Exercise Physiology
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Arterial Baroreflex
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nobuhiro Nakamura serves as an Assistant Professor at Waseda University's School of Sport Sciences, where he conducts research at the intersection of cardiovascular physiology, exercise science, and human performance. With a doctoral background in Sport Sciences from Waseda University, his work focuses on understanding hemodynamic responses to various physiological stressors including exercise, breath-hold diving, and circadian disruptions. PhD in Sport Sciences, Waseda University (2016-2019) Dr. Nakamura's research program investigates arterial baroreflex function, exercise pressor reflex mechanisms, and cardiovascular adaptations to different training modalities. His laboratory employs advanced techniques including laser speckle flowgraphy, applanation tonometry, and metabolic assessments to examine how mechanical and metabolic stimuli influence blood pressure regulation. Current projects explore the relationship between genetic predisposition and cardiometabolic health, the impact of social jetlag on morning blood pressure surges, and mechanisms underlying exercise-induced changes in vascular stiffness. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to cardiovascular physiology, with recent work appearing in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, Frontiers in Physiology, and Hypertension Research. Analysis of his 15 most recent articles reveals a strong focus on human experimental physiology with emphasis on blood pressure regulation, vascular mechanics, and metabolic interactions. Hamano Yoshio Memorial Award (2019) from Waseda University Graduate School of Sport Sciences Dr. Nakamura leads multiple research initiatives funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including current projects examining hypertension mechanisms through exercise blood pressure analysis (2025-2028) and morning blood pressure surge mechanisms (2022-2025). He actively contributes to the WASEDA'S Health Study cohort investigation, which examines relationships between physical fitness, lifestyle factors, and health outcomes in Japanese adults. His teaching portfolio includes undergraduate courses in information processing and freshman seminars, along with graduate-level academic writing instruction. As part of Waseda University's Global Education Center affiliation, he participates in interdisciplinary initiatives bridging sport sciences with broader health education frameworks. His research group collaborates with international partners through the European College of Sport Science and maintains active connections with clinical physiology researchers in Japan.

Chad Wigginsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Exercise Physiology
• Oxygen Delivery Cascade
• Hypoxic Environments
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chad Wiggins is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Michigan State University, within the College of Education. He holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology from Ohio University and M.S./Ph.D. in Human Performance from Indiana University. Postdoctoral training was completed at the Mayo Clinic (2017-2023). His research focuses on oxygen delivery cascade mechanisms during exercise, particularly in hypoxic environments. Utilizing tools like metabolic gas exchange, skeletal muscle blood flow measurements, and near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), his work explores limiting factors in exercise performance across healthy and diseased populations. Key research areas include physiological responses to altitude, hemoglobin-oxygen affinity modulation, and autonomic nervous system regulation. Recent studies investigate drug interventions (e.g., etavopivat) for oxygen transport optimization and sex differences in pulmonary responses. His work bridges basic physiology with clinical applications, aiming to enhance performance and treatment strategies for cardiovascular/respiratory conditions. Publications (2020-2025) emphasize oxygen transport dynamics, sympathetic nervous system modulation, and pandemic-related respiratory physiology. No awards are explicitly mentioned, though ongoing research aligns with emerging trends in exercise medicine and translational physiology.

Evan Matthewsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Exercise Physiology
• Blood Pressure Regulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Evan Matthews is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Montclair State University's College for Community Health. His research focuses on cardiovascular and exercise physiology, particularly the impact of physical activity and muscle contraction on blood pressure and vascular reactivity in populations such as healthy young adults, women, and those with a family history of hypertension. He uses advanced techniques like ultrasound and near-infrared spectroscopy in his studies. Education: Ph.D. in Kinesiology and Applied Physiology, University of Delaware (2015) M.Sc. in Exercise Science, Bloomsburg University (2010) B.Sc. in Exercise Science, Slippery Rock University (2009) Research Interests: Dr. Matthews investigates cardiovascular adaptations to exercise, hypertension risk factors, and the physiological mechanisms underlying blood pressure regulation. His work emphasizes gender differences and the transition from normotensive to hypertensive states in at-risk populations. Teaching: He teaches courses in exercise science and physiology, mentoring students in laboratory techniques and research design. Volunteer Opportunities: He actively recruits research assistants and participants for studies on cardiovascular health. His lab emphasizes hands-on training and encourages students to lead independent projects. Labs/Teams: Cardiovascular Physiology Lab at Montclair State University.