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Ayuko Hoshinoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Life Sciences
• Molecular Biology
• Cancer Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ayuko Hoshino is a Professor at the Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology, The University of Tokyo . She has held academic positions including Adjunct Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine (2019–2023) and Instructor roles at Weill Cornell Medicine (2018–2023). Her research focuses on exosome-mediated cancer metastasis , organotropic mechanisms , and disease biomarker discovery . Education: PhD in Molecular Biology from The University of Tokyo (2011), with postdoctoral training at Weill Cornell Medicine (2011–2015). Research Interests center on exosome biology in cancer progression, including integrin-mediated organ targeting , pre-metastatic niche formation , and inter-organ communication . Her work explores exosomal protein functions in brain metastasis (CEMIP), lung cancer (integrin α6β4), and systemic disease mechanisms. Key Publications reveal exosomes' role in organ-specific metastasis , tumor microenvironment modulation , and biomarker potential . Notable awards include the 2021 Tokyo Tech Challenging Research Award and Suematsu Special Award . Grants include JSPS KAKENHI Project 20H03508 (2020–2023) for single-exosome analysis in metastasis. She actively participates in scientific communication as a member of the Japan Society of Cancer Research , American Association for Cancer Research , and Neuroscience Society of Japan . Social Engagement involves promoting student-researcher collaboration through initiatives like ST-AR and public science outreach at Tokyo Tech and Hiroshima University.

• Biophysics
• Thermoplasmonics
• Nanoparticle Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pól Martin Bendix is an Associate Professor at the Niels Bohr Institute at the University of Copenhagen, where he leads the Experimental Biophysics laboratory. He holds a permanent faculty position since 2018 and previously served as Assistant Professor at the same institution. Bendix earned his PhD in Biophysics from the University of Copenhagen in 2007, with research conducted at Harvard University, followed by postdoctoral positions at the University of Copenhagen's Nanoscience Center and Stanford University. His research focuses on nanoscale biophysical processes, including thermoplasmonics of nanostructures, membrane protein dynamics, cell surface biophysics, membrane repair mechanisms, optical trapping techniques, and super-resolution microscopy (STORM). His investigations span both fundamental biophysics and biomedical applications, particularly in cancer therapy development. Analysis of recent publications reveals concentrated work in membrane biophysics and thermoplasmonics, with applications in targeted cancer therapy and cellular engineering. His 2019 review in Chemical Reviews comprehensively covered plasmonic heating mechanisms, while his 2017 Nature Chemical Biology article demonstrated membrane curvature's role in GPCR sorting. Awards & Recognition: Young Investigator Award (2012), Villum Foundation Sapere Aude Research Leader Grant (2015), Danish Council for Independent Research Academic Leadership: Bendix supervises 3 PhD students and 3 postdoctoral researchers, and has mentored approximately 10 Master's students. He teaches courses in Introduction to Biophysics and Cell Mechanics at both the Niels Bohr Institute and Food Science programs. As principal investigator, he has secured funding from Lundbeck Foundation and Novo Nordisk Foundation, and previously served on the editorial board of Scientific Reports. He leads the Experimental Biophysics laboratory at the Niels Bohr Institute, where his group investigates membrane dynamics, nanoparticle-cell interactions, and develops advanced optical techniques for biological applications. His international collaborations include work with researchers at Stanford, Harvard, and through EU networks like MPNS COST Action.

Neeti Kalyaniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Microfluidics
• Surface Science
• Biosensors
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Neeti Kalyani is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine, Technical University of Denmark. Her work focuses on digital microfluidics, biosensor development, and nanostructured materials for diagnostics. She actively contributes to advancing antifouling surfaces, point-of-care testing, and optical sensing technologies. Research Areas: Digital microfluidics, surface science, food safety, spinal cord injury diagnostics, environmental pollutant detection. Projects: Developing a handheld sensor for acute circulatory failure diagnosis (2024–2027). Supervision: Mentors PhD students and supervised multiple projects on microneedle biosensors, paper-based sensors, and resistive switching RAM. Her research bridges Nanotechnology , Biomedical Engineering , and Environmental Health , with trends in articles emphasizing point-of-care devices and antifouling innovations . Scientific Recognition Distinction in Doctoral Research (2022) She contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Health and Well-being) and 9 (Industry Innovation), with collaborations spanning Denmark and international institutions.

Jens Laurids Sørensenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fungal Biology
• Secondary Metabolism
• Bioengineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jens Laurids Sørensen , Associate Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Chemistry and Bioscience within the Faculty of Engineering and Science, specializes in fungal biology and sustainable energy systems. His research bridges bioengineering with ecological applications, focusing on secondary metabolites and mycotoxin mitigation. Current projects: Biosynthesis of electrolytes in oleaginous yeasts , Metabolic engineering for lipid production from waste , and Biogenic flow batteries . Research Themes : Fungal Secondary Metabolism : Elucidating polyketide and non-ribosomal peptide pathways in Fusarium species. Sustainable Energy : Developing fungal-based electrolytes for green energy storage. Bioprocessing : Membrane technologies for metabolite purification and scale-up applications. Publication Trends : Recent work emphasizes Fusarium pigments, carbohydrate-active enzymes in Apiospora, and biotechnological applications of fungal metabolites for environmental and energy challenges. Scientific Recognition : Recipient of the Future is Fungi Award (2023). Awarded Best Poster at international conferences. Advising & Collaboration : Supervised PhD projects on lipid production and mycotoxin research, collaborating with institutions like Flensburg University of Applied Sciences and Novo Nordisk Foundation.

Barbara Ann Halkierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Biochemistry
• Specialized Metabolites
• Glucosinolate Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Barbara Ann Halkier is a Professor in the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Life Sciences. She serves as Coordinator of the DynaMo Center and holds a Villum Investigator position since 2021. Her academic journey includes progression from Assistant Professor to full Professor at the University of Copenhagen, with significant leadership roles including Head of the DNRF Center of Excellence for Dynamic Molecular Interactions (2012-2022). Her research focuses on glucosinolates as model specialized metabolites to study cellular and organismal biology. Glucosinolates are amino acid-derived plant compounds in Brassicales (including broccoli, oilseed rape, and Arabidopsis) with dual roles in plant defense and human health applications. Current research emphasizes bioengineering glucosinolates for improved nutrition and crop resistance, investigating glucosinolate metabolons, identifying transporters, and developing USER technology. Her work bridges fundamental plant biology with agricultural applications through pathway and transport engineering. Halkier's research portfolio demonstrates consistent thematic focus with recent publications (2023-2025) centered on glucosinolate transport mechanisms, seed accumulation, and microbial interactions. Key trends include elucidating transporter cascades (UMAMIT-GTR), engineering bacterial systems for enzyme expression, and exploring plant-microbe symbiosis. Her work spans molecular characterization to agricultural applications, with significant contributions to understanding how plants dynamically regulate defensive metabolites. Elected to EMBO (2019) Plant Innovation Prize, Scandinavian Plant Physiology Society (2019) Member of The Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters (2014-2018) University of Copenhagen Innovation Award (2013) Danish Research Result of the Year (2012) Halkier has secured substantial research funding through multiple leadership roles, including coordination of the DNRF Center of Excellence, Danish Strategic Council projects, DANIDA grants with Peruvian partners, Nordic grants, and EU Marie Curie fellowships. Her research group actively engages in knowledge dissemination through public outreach activities including numerous high school visits and media contributions focused on GMOs, sustainable agriculture, and plant science. She leads the Molecular Plant Biology section which investigates cellular transport systems and metabolic networks in plants.

• Microfluidics
• Lab-on-a-chip technology
• Analytical chemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jörg P. Kutter is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacy at the University of Copenhagen, where he leads the Microscale Analytical Systems research group. His work focuses on the design and development of lab-on-a-chip devices and microfluidic systems for analytical applications across biomedical, pharmaceutical, environmental and industrial fields. Professor Kutter's research expertise spans multiple areas of microfluidics and analytical chemistry. He specializes in chemical separation techniques including chromatography and electrophoresis, as well as FIA-based systems and integration of optical detection elements. His current work emphasizes microfabricated lab-on-a-chip systems with focus on separation and sample preparation techniques, and advanced micro and nano liquid handling. His research group has developed numerous applications using thiol-ene based microfluidic platforms, which have become a signature technology in his laboratory. Analysis of Professor Kutter's recent publications (2022-2024) reveals a strong progression from fundamental microfluidic techniques toward increasingly complex biological applications. His work now prominently features DNA analysis (particularly extrachromosomal circular DNA), olfactory mucus analysis using humanized yeast biosensors, pulmonary delivery of siRNA-loaded nanoparticles, glycopeptide enrichment for inflammation-related protein analysis, and microfluidic steroidogenesis assays. This evolution demonstrates the maturation of microfluidics technology and its growing impact on biomedical research and clinical diagnostics. Professor Kutter has secured several millions of Euros in funding support for national and international (EU) projects. He served as coordinator for a European STREP project (2007-2010) with seven partners and a European IP (2010-2015) with 16 partners. He has supervised 14 post-doctoral fellows, 20 PhD students, and 12 master's theses, demonstrating a strong commitment to academic mentoring and research training. He serves as Deputy editor for Electrophoresis and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Chemical and Biological Microsystems Society. He participates in technical program committees for major conferences including µ-TAS, MEMS, MSB and Transducers. Additionally, he acts as a scientific advisor for the Institute for Microtechnology in Mainz, Germany, and evaluates proposals for national and international funding agencies as well as educational accrediting agencies.

Lucas Levassorمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Synthetic Biology
• Bioengineering
• Biotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lucas Levassor is a postdoctoral researcher at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) , affiliated with the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine . His work bridges synthetic biology and computational methods, focusing on fungal biotechnology and plant biomass conversion. Research Interests : Synthetic biology applications in Aspergillus niger engineering. Optimizing enzymatic hydrolysis for cellulose degradation. Literate programming in bioengineering workflows for iterative design-build-test-learn cycles. Recent Publications highlight his contributions to fungal secretome engineering and computational tools like 'teemi' for bioengineering. Collaborations include expertise in Saccharum officinarum , beta-glucosidase, and cellulase technologies. No scientific awards mentioned.

Amalie Løvind Årstenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Bioengineering
• Nanotechnology
• Infectious Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Amalie Løvind Årsten is a Research Assistant at the Department of Drug Delivery and Sensing under the School of Health Technology at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her work focuses on biofilm eradication using nanomotor technologies and infrared light applications. Research Areas: Bioengineering, Nanotechnology, Infectious Diseases Collaborations: Active in bacterial biofilm research with interdisciplinary ties to materials science and biomedical engineering

• Biomedical Engineering
• Skeletal Muscle Stem Cell Research
• Tissue Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Cristian Pablo Pennisi is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, within The Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on regenerative medicine, particularly the interaction between microenvironment signals and stem cell fate in muscle tissue regeneration. He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering from Aalborg University (2008) and has extensive international education including a M.Sc. in Bioelectronics from Mexico and a Bioengineering degree from Argentina. Education: Universidad Nacional de Entre Ríos (Biomedical Engineering, 1998), Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados (Bioelectronics, 2002), Aalborg University (Ph.D., 2008). Research Interests: Development of biomaterials and hydrogels for tissue engineering, bioprinting strategies for regenerative medicine, and applications of stem cells in chronic wound healing. His work bridges engineering and biology to advance medical technologies. Key Projects: STRONG-UR (2024–2028, EU Horizon Europe) focuses on urethral regeneration via bioprinting. PULSE (2023–2026) explores 3D-printed models for vascular smooth muscle diseases. He also leads PROMEAT (2021–2024), developing cultured meat with health benefits using stem cells. Professional Activities: Served as opponent in multiple PhD defenses, participates in research networks like CMBFood, and actively engages in academic seminars and conferences. Labs/Teams: Works with teams specializing in bioinks, tissue regeneration, and cultured meat innovation.

Cristiano Varroneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fermentation Technologies
• Eco-engineering of Mixed Microbial Cultures
• Glycerol Biorefinery
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Cristiano Varrone is an Associate Professor in Fermentation Technology at Aalborg University, Department of Chemistry and Bioscience. He leads research in biorefinery processes, microbial consortia engineering, and plastic upcycling. His work focuses on converting waste streams into biofuels, green chemicals, and biopolymers through sustainable bioprocesses. Education: PhD in Environmental Engineering and Sciences, Harbin Institute of Technology (2015) MSc in Natural Sciences, University of Rome La Sapienza (2003) Research Interests: Plastic biorefinery development Biodegradation of recalcitrant compounds (plastics, pesticides) Defined Mixed Consortia (DMC) for industrial applications Process optimization of microbial conversion systems Waste valorization strategies His projects include leading the EU-funded UPLIFT initiative (€7.6M) for plastic upcycling and managing the GRAIL project on glycerol biorefineries. He has authored over 70 publications and holds patents in bioconversion technologies. Key Achievements: Coordinator of 12+ research projects with €20M+ funding Editorial board member for Energies , Fermentation , and Polymers Recipient of Young Researcher Award (2012) and EU STF Fellowship (2009–2011) He supervises PhD students on topics like polyolefin degradation and bioremediation. His lab focuses on interdisciplinary approaches combining chemical and biological methods for circular economy solutions.

Lars Haastrup Pedersenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bioprocess Technology
• Enzymology
• Organic Solvents
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lars Haastrup Pedersen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Bioscience within the Faculty of Engineering and Science at Aalborg University. He is affiliated with the Bioresources and Process Engineering Center and the Center for Microbial Communities . His research focuses on bioprocess technology, enzymology, and analytical chemistry, particularly in areas like cold-active enzymes, human milk oligosaccharides, and organic solvents. Recent work includes studies on psychrophilic enzymes from Greenland and practical biotechnology experiments for education. He has contributed to projects such as OliGram: Design and gram scale enzymatic synthesis of human milk oligosaccharides and Combinatorial biotransformations of carbohydrates in ionic liquids . His research spans collaborations in experimental methods, microbial processes, and applied biotechnology. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Key projects include collaborations on bioethanol production, microbial communities, and educational biotechnology experiments.

Lars Behrendtمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbial Ecology
• Bacterial Ecophysiology
• Biotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lars Behrendt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), a leading institution in engineering and technology. He is affiliated with the Section for Microbial and Chemical Ecology, where he conducts research in bacterial ecophysiology and biotechnology. His work is closely linked to major research initiatives including the DTU Microbes Initiative and the Center for Microbial Secondary Metabolites, highlighting his role in advancing microbial engineering and ecological interactions. His research focuses on understanding the physiological behavior of bacteria in natural environments, particularly how they interact within complex microbiomes and produce bioactive secondary metabolites. These areas are crucial for applications in environmental biotechnology, drug discovery, and sustainable bioengineering. His expertise spans microbial ecology, chemical signaling, and metabolic engineering, positioning him at the intersection of microbiology and applied biotechnology. Lars Behrendt is actively involved in interdisciplinary research through collaborations within DTU's specialized centers. While no specific publications or advising roles are listed in the provided text, his affiliations suggest a strong engagement in cutting-edge microbial research with implications for health, environment, and industrial biotechnology. The scientific contributions of Lars Behrendt are supported by institutional involvement in key research platforms. However, no individual scientific awards or honors are mentioned in the source text. He has contributed to research funding and collaborative projects through participation in large-scale initiatives such as the DTU Microbes Initiative, although specific grant details are not provided. There is no information available about students he may have advised. Lars Behrendt conducts his research within structured teams under the Section for Microbial and Chemical Ecology. His laboratory is part of a broader network focused on microbiome engineering and microbial metabolite discovery, contributing to DTU's strategic focus on bioengineering solutions for global challenges.

Wei Jiangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Metabolic Engineering
• Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Yarrowia lipolytica
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Wei Jiang is a Research Fellow at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability , Technical University of Denmark, specializing in yeast metabolic engineering within the DTU Microbes Initiative. His work focuses on synthetic biology and biomanufacturing applications.

Simon Shawمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Bioinformatics
• Genome Mining
• Microbial Genetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Simon Shaw is a Researcher at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability , Technical University of Denmark. His work focuses on genome mining and bioinformatics tool development for microbial genetics. Research Interests : Computational analysis of gene clusters , antiSMASH database expansion, phylogenetic tree generation , and robotic automation in Streptomyces conjugation. Key Contributions : Co-author on 11 peer-reviewed publications including major updates to the antiSMASH database (versions 6.0–7.0), ActinoMation automation framework, and getphylo phylogenetic tool. Collaborative Activities : Organized the 2018 antiSMASH Hackathon and participated in the 4th antiSMASH Hackathon (2017) .

Pedro Aragón Fernándezمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Proteomics
• Mass Spectrometry
• Single-cell Proteomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Pedro Aragón Fernández is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Biotechnology and Biomedicine at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), where he works in the Cell Diversity Lab as part of the DTU Microbes Initiative. His research is affiliated with the university's bioengineering division as indicated by his institutional website at bioengineering.dtu.dk. His research expertise spans multiple areas within proteomics and biomedical research, with particular focus on single-cell proteomics, mass spectrometry techniques, and stem cell biology. His work intersects with cancer research, specifically examining protein signaling networks in leukemia stem cells and investigating how genetic mutations like TET2 and WT1 contribute to leukemia development. His publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory toward advancing single-cell proteomics technologies, particularly through innovations in Orbitrap mass spectrometry. His research bridges analytical chemistry with clinical applications, developing methods for more precise protein analysis at the single-cell level that have implications for understanding disease mechanisms. As a postdoctoral researcher, he has been actively involved in collaborative projects and has contributed to high-impact publications in journals such as Science Translational Medicine, Molecular and Cellular Proteomics, and Analytical Chemistry. His work has received attention across academic and professional networks, with significant readership on platforms like Mendeley and mentions in news outlets. Dr. Aragón Fernández leads research within the Cell Diversity Lab, which is part of the DTU Microbes Initiative. His current work focuses on exploring single-cell protein signaling networks in leukemia stem cells, a project that ran from May 2022 to May 2025, indicating his role as an independent researcher driving specific investigative pathways within the larger research group.