جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Clinical Sciences
• Neurosciences
• Cardiorespiratory Medicine and Haematology
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Dr. David Owen is a Clinical Professor in Molecular Pharmacology and Experimental Medicine at Imperial College London’s Department of Brain Sciences (Faculty of Medicine). He leads the Clinical Studies division at the NIHR Imperial Clinical Research Facility, which bridges laboratory discoveries to clinical treatments. His research focuses on the mitochondrial 18kDa Translocator Protein (TSPO), exploring its roles in neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., MS, Alzheimer’s) and pulmonary vascular disorders. He also contributes to medical education via Pharmacology teaching at the Imperial Medical School and directs the MRES in Clinical Research program. Key affiliations include the Centre for Advanced Therapeutics, Immuno-Pathology Network, and Section of Neurology. He chairs critical committees: North West London Integrated Formulary (2.6M patients) and Subregional IVIG stewardship across 6 NHS Trusts. His work integrates clinical practice (20% time in acute medicine) with translational research, emphasizing TSPO as a potential drug target and imaging biomarker. Research interests span neuroinflammation, imaging technologies (PET, MRI), and therapeutic development. Recent work includes WAND multi-modal brain datasets, MS pathology analyses, and TSPO’s role in microglial biology. He collaborates on open-source neuroimaging tools like the Welsh Advanced Neuroimaging Database.

Graci Fincoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Prosthesis
• Amputation
• Musculoskeletal Biomechanics
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Dr. Graci Finco is an Assistant Professor with dual appointments in the Department of Physical Therapy (College of Health Professions) and Center for Anatomical Sciences (College of Biomedical and Translational Sciences) at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. She directs the Limb Loss and Difference Lab, focusing on improving clinical care for individuals with limb loss or congenital limb differences. Her research integrates wearable sensors, anatomical imaging, and qualitative methods to address musculoskeletal health, fall risk, and ethical considerations in prosthetic technology. Education: PhD in Structural Anatomy and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center (2022) MS in Orthotics and Prosthetics, Baylor College of Medicine (2016) BS in Biology, University of North Texas (2014) Research Interests: Prosthetic design and clinical applications Musculoskeletal adaptations post-amputation Ethical implications of digital health technologies Patient perspectives on assistive devices Funding & Projects: PI for NIH-funded project on bionic prostheses ethics (2025-2027) Amputee Coalition contract for program evaluation (2024-2025) Vessl Prosthetics collaboration for adjustable prosthetic sockets (2024-2025) Advising & Teams: Mentors 11+ students in clinical and research programs Board member, O&P Foundation (Research Committee)

• Natural Language Processing
• Biomedical Informatics
• Health Communication
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Yue Guo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Sciences at the University of Illinois. Her research focuses on natural language processing (NLP), biomedical informatics, and healthcare communication. She explores how large language models (LLMs) can improve lay language summarization of complex scientific content, particularly in healthcare contexts. Her work emphasizes personalized jargon detection, factuality evaluation of summaries, and accessibility of health information for diverse audiences. Guo has also conducted extensive studies on radiation oncology outcomes, including xerostomia (dry mouth) recovery in head and neck cancer patients and the impact of radiation dose patterns on patient-reported symptoms. Her interdisciplinary research bridges computational methods with clinical needs, aiming to enhance patient understanding and care through advanced NLP techniques. Her recent articles (2021–2025) highlight trends in LLM-driven biomedical communication, evaluation of health summaries, and data-driven approaches to cancer treatment optimization. Notable projects include APPLS (a summarization metric framework) and personalized jargon identification systems for interdisciplinary collaboration. Guo teaches IS 504: Sociotechnical Information Systems , integrating technical and human factors in information systems design.

Mark A. Musenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomedical Informatics
• Healthcare Decision Support
• Ontology Development
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Mark A. Musen is a Professor of Biomedical Informatics and Biomedical Data Science at Stanford University, affiliated with the Stanford University School of Medicine. He serves as Director of the Stanford Center for Biomedical Informatics Research and leads the WHO Collaborating Center for Classification, Terminology, and Standards. His work focuses on intelligent systems, biomedical ontologies, and metadata standards for scientific data. Musen’s team developed the Protégé ontology editor and led the National Center for Biomedical Ontology (NCBO) under NIH funding. He also directs the NIH-funded CEDAR center for biomedical metadata management and contributed to the ICD-11 classification system. Research Interests: Musen’s research spans ontology engineering, clinical decision support systems, and semantic interoperability. He emphasizes practical tools like Protégé and metadata frameworks to enhance healthcare data usability. His work bridges foundational AI concepts with real-world applications in healthcare infrastructure. Articles: His publications (2005–2006) reflect early contributions to guideline-based care systems, clinician feedback mechanisms, and decision support evaluation. These works laid groundwork for later large-scale initiatives in standardized terminology and metadata. Awards: No specific awards are listed, though his leadership roles imply significant recognition in biomedical informatics. Grants & Labs: Highlights include NIH-funded centers (NCBO, CEDAR) and WHO collaborations. These projects underscore his focus on scalable solutions for biomedical data challenges.

Nicholas Colgroveمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bioethics
• Reproductive Ethics
• Applied Ethics
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Nicholas Colgrove is an Assistant Professor at the School of Public Health , Augusta University, within the Department of Health Management, Economics, & Policy and Institute for Public and Preventive Health . His research focuses on bioethics , particularly beginning-of-life issues like unintended intrauterine death and emerging reproductive technologies , with a theological lens on abortion ethics and fetal personhood . Ph.D. in Philosophy, Baylor University (2019) B.A. in Religion/Religious Studies and Philosophy, Huntington University (2011) His recent 2025-2024 publications address: Abortion policy (Dobbs v. Jackson implications) Artificial womb ethics (gestateling personhood) Moral philosophy (Aristotelian doctrine of the mean) Medical deception (intentional vs. unintentional practices) Scientific recognition includes: Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award, Baylor (2019) Departmental commendations in philosophy (2013-2014) Philosophy Award, Huntington University (2011) He serves on committees like the SPH Outstanding Faculty Award Committee and mentors the Summer Scholars Program . He reviews for the Journal of Medicine and Philosophy and explores intersections of Christian theology and secular bioethics .

• Medical Natural Language Processing
• Clinical Text Analysis
• Radiology Informatics
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Chaitanya Shivade is a prominent researcher specializing in medical natural language processing with significant contributions to clinical text analysis, radiology informatics, and behavioral health documentation. His work bridges computational linguistics and healthcare applications, focusing on practical solutions for clinical documentation challenges. Shivade's research spans multiple critical areas: developing evaluation frameworks for behavioral therapy notes (TN-Eval), creating shared tasks for medical summarization (MEDIQA), advancing visual dialog systems for radiology, and pioneering synthetic clinical note generation. He has made substantial contributions to textual inference in clinical domains through the MedNLI dataset and has explored fundamental linguistic challenges like negation detection and gradable term analysis in medical text. As a workshop organizer for the NLP for Medical Conversations series, he has helped shape community standards and foster collaboration. His publication record demonstrates consistent leadership in applying NLP to real-world healthcare problems, with particular emphasis on evaluation methodologies, dataset creation, and practical clinical applications. Shivade has collaborated extensively with medical professionals and researchers across institutions to ensure clinical relevance of his technical work. Organized MEDIQA shared tasks (2019, 2021) Co-organized NLP for Medical Conversations workshops (2019, 2020) Developed TN-Eval framework for therapy note quality assessment Created MedNLI dataset for clinical textual inference Pioneered synthetic clinical note generation approaches His work consistently addresses the tension between clinical utility and technical innovation, with growing emphasis on evaluating LLM performance in healthcare contexts. The progression from foundational clinical NLP techniques to complex evaluation frameworks demonstrates his evolving research trajectory toward ensuring reliable AI deployment in medical settings.

• Medical Anatomy
• Neuroanatomy
• Ozone Therapy
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Ahmet Kavakli serves as a Professor in the Department of Medical Anatomy at Firat University's School of Medicine in Elazig, Turkey, holding this position continuously since January 2000. His academic foundation includes a Prof. Dr. M.D. degree from Firat University Faculty of Medicine, specializing in medical anatomy. His research spans medical anatomy with specialized focus on neuroanatomy, ozone therapy applications, and acupuncture mechanisms. Kavakli bridges traditional anatomical science with complementary medical approaches, particularly investigating vascular structures, cardiovascular parameters, and therapeutic interventions. His work demonstrates consistent integration of clinical anatomy with physiological and therapeutic studies. Recent publication trends reveal concentrated expertise in anatomical variations (forearm venous systems, coronary bifurcations), clinical applications of anatomy for healthcare professionals, and experimental evaluation of complementary therapies like ozone treatment for toxicological conditions. His 2024 anatomy handbook specifically targets practical clinical translation for medical practitioners. Kavakli actively collaborates with researchers including Feyza Aksu, Ramazan Fazil Akkoc, and Gulnihal Deniz across multiple publications. His methodological approach combines digital imaging techniques with anatomical analysis, often contextualized within regional Turkish patient populations as seen in Euphrates Basin cardiovascular studies.

Amanda Daviesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Active Learning
• Education Technology
• Student Engagement
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Amanda Davies is a Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences at Monash University. She holds a PhD in Neuroscience focusing on visual processing in marmoset monkeys, and an Honours in Physiology. Her teaching commitments include courses BMA1011, BMA5011, BMA1012, and OCC4030. Her research emphasizes active learning strategies, anatomical terminology scaffolding, and chunking techniques to enhance student recall. Key education contributions include collaborative development of anatomy/physiology curricula with Sharon Flecknoe and Kate Carroll. She has presented at numerous conferences on topics like flipped classrooms and student engagement, delivering workshops such as 'Activating the classroom' (2018-2019). Recipient of the G.D Thorburn Prize (2011) Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute Innovation Award (2017) Her work aligns with UN SDG 3 (Good Health & Well-being) through advancing healthcare education quality.

• Sociology of Science
• Science and Technology Studies (STS)
• Public Engagement with Science
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Daniela Boraschi is a Research Fellow at the Kavli Centre for Ethics, Science, and the Public within the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Education. She holds a PhD in Sociological Research from the University of Essex (2019), an MA in Media, Culture, and Communication from UCL, and a BA in Graphic Design from Camberwell College of Arts. Her work bridges academia and creative practice, focusing on ethical and societal implications of scientific innovation. Current Role: Research Associate on public engagement with genomics and discovery science Key Projects: CancerScreen colorectal cancer screening analysis (2021–2022), Hopes and Fears Lab dialogue initiative Her research interests include: Sociology of science and technology Public engagement methodologies Ethical challenges in biomedical innovation Qualitative research methods Recent publications emphasize genomic language impacts, synthetic data governance, and equity in precision medicine. She was a founding member of participatory art projects like the Stockport Emotion Map and Doomsday Blockchain initiative. Professional Accolades: Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2015) Teaching: Postgraduate supervision and course design in science communication and ethics. Previously taught media sociology at the University of Essex.

Eunhee Yiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cancer Biology
• Molecular Oncology
• Genomics
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Eunhee Yi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiology at Michigan State University (MSU). Previously, she held positions at Yale University's Neurosurgery Department as research faculty and completed postdoctoral training in Cancer Genomics at the Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine. She earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Science from Seoul National University School of Medicine. Her research focuses on understanding extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) mechanisms in cancer progression, particularly its role in treatment resistance, metabolic reprogramming, and cell-to-cell communication. The Yi Lab employs multidisciplinary approaches including molecular/cell biology, genome engineering, live-cell imaging, and high-throughput screenings. Key areas of investigation include ecDNA regulation, cancer heterogeneity, and drug resistance pathways. Recent publications highlight ecDNA's impact on glioblastoma treatment strategies, CRISPR-based screening of cancer drivers, and the development of targeted therapies like tubulosine. Her work bridges basic molecular mechanisms with translational oncology, emphasizing ecDNA's dynamic role in tumor evolution and therapy response. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, her contributions to ecDNA research are highly impactful in cancer biology. Advising and grant information are not detailed in the provided text. The Yi Lab collaborates across disciplines to advance precision cancer medicine and genomic analysis methodologies.

• Biomechanics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Human Locomotion
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Lauren Welte, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Engineering. Her research focuses on understanding joint function in the foot and ankle, particularly in healthy and pathological contexts. She develops novel sensors and imaging techniques to study tendon, ligament, and bone behavior in vivo, aiming to improve footwear design and rehabilitation strategies. Key areas include biplanar videoradiography, ultrasound tensiometry, and computer vision for non-invasive movement analysis. Education: PhD (2020) and BASc (2015) in Mechanical Engineering from Queen’s University; Postdoctoral Fellowship (2023) in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Research Interests: Articular motion in foot/ankle joints, sensor development for human movement, mechanisms of foot pathologies (e.g., plantar fasciitis), and footwear biomechanics. She teaches BME 530 - Topics in Biomedical Engineering and MEC E 485 - Biomechanical Modelling in Winter 2026. Dr. Welte actively recruits undergraduate and graduate students for her research team. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Labs/Teams: She leads a research group focused on foot and ankle biomechanics, though specific lab names are not stated.

Megan Crowley-Matokaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medical Anthropology
• Sociocultural Anthropology
• Bioethics
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Megan Crowley-Matoka is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical Education at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, with a secondary appointment in the Department of Anthropology. She serves as Director of Graduate Studies for the MA Program in Medical Humanities and Bioethics. PhD from the University of California, Irvine (2001) Her research spans sociocultural and medical anthropology, focusing on clinical power, biotechnology, subjectivity, citizenship, and ethics in medicine. She has conducted fieldwork in Mexico and the U.S., examining organ transplantation and pain management practices. Her publications analyze healthcare disparities, gendered donation dynamics, and the moral economies of medicine. Awards include grants from the Fulbright Fellowship, National Science Foundation, and Greenwall Foundation. Her 2016 book Domesticating Organ Transplant explores transplantation's cultural integration and ethical implications in Mexico. Scientific Awards and Grants: Fulbright Fellowship National Science Foundation Social Science Research Council National Institutes of Health UC MEXUS Program VA Health Services Research and Development Greenwall Foundation

Olga Rammمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urogynecology
• Pelvic Floor Disorders
• Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
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Olga Ramm, MD , is a Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine . She serves as Director of the UCSF Center for Urogynecology and Women's Pelvic Health , focusing on advanced treatments for pelvic floor disorders. Education : Medical Degree : University of Kansas School of Medicine (2005) Residency : McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Obstetrics & Gynecology (2009) Fellowship : Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at Loyola University Medical Center Research Focus : Her work centers on urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery , with emphasis on surgical outcomes , birth trauma , care equity , and patient consent . She investigates complications in procedures like sacrocolpopexy and midurethral sling surgeries, while also contributing to robotic-assisted techniques and neuromodulation for pelvic disorders. Publication Trends : Recent articles focus on gender diverse healthcare , neighborhood deprivation effects on prolapse management, and testosterone therapy impacts on surgical outcomes. Earlier work systematically analyzes obstetric anal sphincter injuries , tibial nerve stimulation , and surgical mesh safety . Contact : Email: olga.ramm@ucsf.edu Phone: (877) 366-8532

• Ontology Merging
• Knowledge Graph Management
• Semantic Web
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Samira Babalou is an active researcher affiliated with the University of Jena, Germany. Her work primarily focuses on ontology merging, knowledge graph management, and semantic data integration in the biodiversity and biomedical domains. She has developed tools like CoMerger and SimBio for ontology integration and similarity assessment. Education: PhD in Computer Science from University of Jena (2021). Key Contributions: Developed methods for handling inconsistencies during ontology merging, partitioning-based approaches for ontology aggregation, and tools for semantic similarity computation. Collaborations: Works with Birgitta König-Ries, Erik Kleinsteuber, and other researchers in semantic web and knowledge graph projects. Her recent publications (2020-2024) demonstrate expertise in provenance management, domain-specific knowledge graphs, and semantic annotation frameworks. She contributes to open science through systematic literature reviews and reproducible workflows for biodiversity data.

• Emergency Nursing
• Gerontology
• Rehabilitation Sciences
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Yasemin KARTAL is a Lecturer at Kastamonu University 's Çatalzeytin Vocational School, Department of Health Care Services. With over a decade of academic experience, she specializes in emergency nursing, gerontology, and rehabilitation sciences. PhD in Emergency Nursing (2021), Ondokuz Mayıs University MSc in Emergency Nursing (2017-2020), Ondokuz Mayıs University BSc in Nursing (2004-2008), Sakarya University Her research focuses on elderly care practices, social rehabilitation, and emergency medical interventions. She has led multiple social responsibility projects related to first aid education and chronic disease management. Notable achievements include the 2025 Most Social Responsibility Project Award from Kastamonu University. Her work spans interdisciplinary collaborations in health sociology and biomechanical engineering, particularly in neurological rehabilitation.