جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Hala Zreiqat AM is a leading biomedical engineer at The University of Sydney , serving as the Director of the ARC Training Centre for Innovative BioEngineering . A Fellow of all major Australian academies (AAS, ATSE, FAHMS, FRSN), she develops 3D printed bioceramics for bone regeneration while championing diversity through initiatives like the IDEAL Society and BIOTech Futures mentorship program. Her work bridges academia, clinical practice, and industry in musculoskeletal research . Research Focus: Her lab creates synthetic bone scaffolds that mimic natural bone architecture, strength, and porosity, enabling non-rejected bone regeneration via patient-matched implants. Key applications include orthopaedic, dental, and maxillofacial repair , with over $18M in competitive funding and multiple patents. Current projects explore AI-driven scaffold performance prediction and anti-senescence strategies for aging-related bone loss. Scientific Trends: Recent publications highlight 3D printed nanovoxelated ceramics , antisenescence biomaterials , and multifunctional theranostic platforms . Her team integrates machine learning for scaffold design, atom probe tomography for interface analysis, and two-photon imaging for cellular monitoring in 3D environments. 2021-2022 Fulbright Senior Scholar 2018 NSW Premier's Woman of the Year 2019 Eureka Prize for Innovative Use of Technology Fellow of Australian Academy of Science (2021) Over $18M in research funding Teaching & Leadership: She designed core courses like Tissue Engineering and Nanomaterials in Medicine , mentoring 158 students in 2020 alone. As Chair of CAAR (2020-2023), she strengthens Australia-Arab collaborations. Her lab trains early-career researchers , with alumni now in academia and industry.

Ananya Choudhuryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Radiation Therapy
• Prostate Cancer
• Bladder Cancer
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Ananya Choudhury serves as Chair and Honorary Consultant in Clinical Oncology at the University of Manchester, where she is also Co-Group Leader of the Translational Radiobiology Group within the Division of Cancer Sciences. She joined The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in 2008, specializing in urology and sarcoma, and has since focused on radiotherapy-related research in prostate and bladder cancers. Professor Choudhury is clinical lead for advanced radiotherapy, including the groundbreaking MRLinac project, and plays a key role in national radiotherapy research initiatives. Professor Choudhury earned her BA (Hons) in 1993, MB. BChir (Cantab) in 1995, and MA (Cantab) in 1997 from Trinity College, Cambridge. She completed her Clinical Oncology training at the Yorkshire Deanery from 2000-2008, during which she earned her MRCP in 2000 and F.R.C.R in 2004. She completed her PhD in 2008 through the University of Leeds and Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto, Canada, where she studied the molecular epidemiology of DNA double strand break repair in bladder cancer. Professor Choudhury's research program focuses on optimizing and personalizing radiotherapy using advanced imaging technology to deliver high doses while minimizing side effects. Her work centers on prostate and bladder cancers, with particular interest in predictive biomarkers, hypoxia, and the integration of magnetic resonance imaging to improve treatment precision. She has pioneered research in radiotherapy dose optimization, biomarker development, and the identification of patients who would benefit most from different treatment approaches. Her extensive publication record demonstrates a strong focus on radiation therapy, particularly in genitourinary cancers. Recent work explores MRI-guided radiotherapy, hypoxia biomarkers, and personalized treatment approaches across multiple cancer types. She has made significant contributions to understanding how imaging technology can improve radiotherapy precision and effectiveness while reducing side effects, with several publications appearing in top journals through 2025. Professor Choudhury has received multiple prestigious awards recognizing her contributions to the field: Cancer Research-UK/Royal College of Radiologists Clinical Training Fellowship (2005) Fellowship for the 10th ECCO-AACR-ASCO Workshop on Methods in Clinical Cancer Research (2007) Outstanding Contribution, Greater Manchester Clinical Research Awards (2017) RCR Research Fellowship (2005) Research Fellowship, Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto (2004) Professor Choudhury has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students across multiple cancer types, with current students expected to complete through 2024. She is Principal Investigator on multiple research grants, including 'Measuring tumour radioresistance to improve radiotherapy outcomes' and the 'MAESTRO Programme' as part of CRUK RadNet. Her research program is supported by significant funding from NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre and other major funding bodies. As Co-Group Leader of the Translational Radiobiology Group, Professor Choudhury collaborates extensively with leading researchers including Peter Hoskin, Catharine West, Corinne Faivre-Finn, and Marcel van Herk. Her team is at the forefront of integrating advanced imaging with radiotherapy to improve cancer treatment outcomes, with active projects spanning from basic radiobiology to clinical implementation of novel radiotherapy techniques.

• Thyroid dysfunction
• Diabetes
• Pregnancy complications and cardiovascular risk
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Bjørn Olav Åsvold, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Medicine (Epidemiology) and Center leader at the HUNT Centre for Molecular and Clinical Epidemiology (HUNT MCE), Department of Public Health and Nursing, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He also serves as a Consultant at the Department of Endocrinology, St. Olavs Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital. His research spans epidemiology, genetics, and clinical medicine. MD, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, 2001 PhD, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, 2008 Specialist in internal medicine, 2014 Specialist in endocrinology, 2015 Åsvold's research focuses on thyroid dysfunction and diabetes , investigating their interplay with cardiometabolic diseases and pregnancy complications . He utilizes Mendelian randomization studies to explore causal relationships between genetic factors and health outcomes, including sleep traits , autoimmune thyroid disease , and kidney function . His work also addresses global health issues like obesity in Nepal and diabetic complications in Norway. Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding hip fracture risk prediction , cardiovascular implications of sleep patterns , and genetic determinants of trace elements . Åsvold's collaborations span multiple international institutions, including the HUNT Study and HUNT MCE in Norway.

Jenni Ilomakiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Clinical Pharmacy
• Pharmacoepidemiology
• Public Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Jenni Ilomaki holds a position at Monash University's Centre for Medicine Use and Safety. With expertise in clinical pharmacy, epidemiology, and public health, she leads a research group analyzing administrative claims data. Her work spans collaborations with governmental and non-governmental organizations globally, yielding over 150 peer-reviewed publications and $4 million in grants. She previously served as Chair of ASCEPT's Pharmacoepidemiology Special Interest Group and currently serves as Science Lead for the Monash Addiction Research Centre and Executive Editor of the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology. Education includes a Bachelor of Science (Pharmacy) from the University of Kuopio (1999) and Master of Science (Pharmacy) from the University of Kuopio (2004). She completed a PhD in alcohol epidemiology at the University of Eastern Finland (2011) and a postdoc at the University of South Australia (2011-2014). Notable recognitions include Young Epidemiologist of the Year (2011) and the Ronald D. Mann Best Paper Award (2021). Key research focuses on quality use of medicines, medicine safety, large population studies, and innovative epidemiological methods. Major projects include developing clinical decision support tools for cardiovascular prevention, analyzing preventable hospitalizations in aged care, and investigating psychotropic medication trends in youth. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health equity and non-communicable disease reduction. Recent publications emphasize drug repurposing (e.g., SGLT2 inhibitors), opioid prescribing patterns, hip fracture outcomes, and dementia detection algorithms. She chairs multinational studies on stroke and myocardial infarction cost burdens, demonstrating interdisciplinary impact across pharmacology, epidemiology, and health economics.

Carrie A Karvonen-Gutierrezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Epidemiology
• Public Health
• Aging
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carrie A. Karvonen-Gutierrez is an Associate Professor of Epidemiology and Associate Chair for Faculty Affairs at the University of Michigan School of Public Health . She serves as Director of the Center for Midlife Science , leading NIH-funded studies like SWAN-Aging and Michigan Bone Health and Metabolism Study , which track women's health over 25+ years. Her research integrates reproductive aging , chronological aging , and environmental toxicants to explore metabolic dysfunction , physical function , and disability . PhD in Epidemiologic Science (University of Michigan, 2012) MPH in Epidemiology (University of Michigan, 2005) BA in Biology (University of Northern Iowa, 2002) Her research focuses on inflammatory and metabolic biomarkers in osteoarthritis , frailty , and cardiometabolic health , with expertise in longitudinal data analysis . She leads the PROTECT-Moms cohort, examining environmental toxicants and postpartum metabolic health . Recent publications highlight her work on device-measured physical activity , adipokines , PFAS exposure , and sleep-cognition interactions . She collaborates on multi-ethnic disparities and neighborhood environmental impacts on cardiometabolic risk and cognitive decline .

Mohammad Amjadi Kashaniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fatigue
• Fracture Mechanics
• Multiaxial Fatigue
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Mohammad Amjadi Kashani is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Arkansas Tech University's College of STEM Engineering & Computer Sciences. His research focuses on fatigue and fracture mechanics of polymers and composite materials, with expertise in multiaxial fatigue, damage mechanics, and machine learning applications in fatigue analysis. Education: MS (Sharif University of Technology), PhD (University of Memphis) His work addresses fatigue life prediction of injection-molded composites, thermoplastic fatigue behavior under various stresses, and mechanical modeling of HDPE polymers. Recent studies incorporate notch effects, creep-fatigue interactions, and additive manufacturing techniques. Amjadi teaches courses in mechanical design, machine dynamics, finite element analysis, and advanced fatigue topics. He emphasizes hands-on learning and adaptive teaching strategies to accommodate diverse student needs.

• Eating Disorders
• Neuroscience
• Mental Health
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Dr. Lauren Robinson is a researcher affiliated with King's College London and the NIHR Maudsley Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) , focusing on Psychological Medicine . Her work spans Eating Disorders , Neuroscience , and Mental Health , with a particular emphasis on personality profiles, diagnostic markers, and comorbidity in eating disorders. Her research integrates longitudinal studies and neuroimaging to explore developmental trajectories in adolescents. Recent work includes machine learning applications for risk prediction in psychiatric conditions and immune ageing in COVID-19 severity. She leads projects like First Episode Eating Disorders and Markers of Bone Health (2019–2021), funded by collaborations with institutions such as the Berlin Institute of Health and NUI Galway . Key trends in her 2024 publications include personality traits as diagnostic markers for eating disorders, immune system dynamics in viral diseases, and bone fracture risks in anorexia nervosa patients. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges psychiatry , genetics , and machine learning . Lauren Robinson collaborates extensively across Europe, with affiliations at Technische Universitat Dresden , University of Toronto , and Fudan University . Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3).

Paul J. Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Wound Care
• Diabetic Limb Salvage
• Foot and Ankle Surgery
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Paul J. Kim is a Professor in the Departments of Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center . He serves as the Medical Director of the UTSW Wound Program , specializing in wound care and limb salvage surgery . A Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS) , Dr. Kim has received intramural and extramural research grants focused on wound care , diabetic limb salvage , and tendon pathology . He has chaired numerous national and international committees on diabetic limb research and evidence-based medicine. Research Interests : Dr. Kim's work centers on diabetic foot ulcers , negative-pressure wound therapy (NPWT) , osteomyelitis diagnosis , and Charcot foot reconstruction . His studies explore innovative surgical techniques like hyperspectral imaging for perfusion assessment and neotendon constructs , alongside multidisciplinary wound care strategies to improve limb preservation and reduce recurrence rates. Publication Trends : His recent articles emphasize NPWT with and without instillation , diabetic limb salvage outcomes , and diagnostic tools for osteomyelitis . Key subtopics include Charcot reconstruction , plantar ulcer recurrence , free tissue transfer , and improved perfusion assessment using advanced imaging. Scientific Awards : Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS) Leadership & Collaborations : Dr. Kim has led multidisciplinary teams in establishing hospital-based wound care centers and contributed to international consensus guidelines on NPWT. He has mentored PhD candidates and surgical residents and secured funding for diabetic foot ulcer research and Charcot foot studies . Labs & Teams : As Medical Director of the UTSW Wound Program , he collaborates with plastic surgeons, orthopaedic specialists , and endocrinologists to advance limb preservation and diabetic foot care through multidisciplinary approaches and clinical innovation .

Tuan Van Nguyenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Osteoporosis
• Genetics
• Epidemiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tuan Van Nguyen is a Distinguished Professor of Predictive Medicine at the School of Biomedical Engineering, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), and holds an Adjunct Professorship in Epidemiology at UNSW Medicine. He is a Theme Lead of the UTS Ageing Research Collaborative (UARC) and Director of the Centre for Health Technologies. His research focuses on osteoporosis genetics, digital health tools like BONEcheck, and epidemiological studies such as the Dubbo and Vietnam Osteoporosis Studies. Key contributions include the 'Osteogenomic Profile' and 'Skeletal Age' metrics for fracture risk assessment. Research interests span genetic and environmental factors in osteoporosis, AI-driven precision medicine, and digital epidemiology of chronic diseases. Collaborations include global institutions like UCSF, Harvard, and Johns Hopkins. Awards include NHMRC Leadership Fellow and recognition as a top-cited scientist. Grants include projects on clinico-genetic profiling and osteoporosis prevention. Awards: NHMRC Leadership Fellow, Most-Cited Scientist (PLoS Biology 2020), Fellow of the Academy of Health and Medical Sciences. Grants: Includes NHMRC Investigator Grant for fracture prediction and HCF-funded projects on cardiac arrhythmia monitoring. Teams: Leads a multidisciplinary group spanning Australia and Vietnam, focusing on clinical, genetic, and data science approaches to bone health.

Jacqueline Coleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• Bone Mechanics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jacqueline Cole is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at North Carolina State University, part of the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on bone mechanics, musculoskeletal development, and regenerative therapies for conditions like brachial plexus birth injury and stroke-related bone deficits. She leads the Orthopaedic Mechanobiology Lab, which employs advanced imaging (e.g., CT, microscopy) and computational modeling to study bone-tissue interactions. Cole teaches courses in orthopedic biomechanics and bone mechanobiology. Education: Ph.D. (2007), M.S. (2004) Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University; B.S. (2001) Mechanical Engineering from Auburn University. Research interests include stroke and obesity effects on bone, brachial plexus injury recovery, and tissue engineering. Awards span teaching (NC State Alumni Outstanding Teacher Award) and research mentorship (Michael Dickey Award). She has pioneered studies on bone-vascular interactions and suture materials for tendon repair. Her lab’s long-term goals involve developing therapies to prevent musculoskeletal dysfunction via mechanobiological approaches. Grants include NIH TIGRR and K12 funding. Recent work explores ischemic stroke’s impact on osteovascular structure and brachial plexus injury’s effects on joint morphology.

• Biomechanics
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Biomaterials Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Stephen J. Ferguson is a Full Professor at ETH Zurich's Department of Health Sciences and Technology and Head of the Institute for Biomechanics. His research focuses on musculoskeletal biomechanics, biomaterials, and implant technologies addressing aging-related health challenges. He holds a Venia Docendi in Musculoskeletal Biomechanics and has led the Biomechanics Division at the University of Bern. Key honors include the ETH Golden Owl (2021) and ESB Clinical Biomechanics Award (2022). Education: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, University of Toronto (1991) Master's, Queen's University (1994) PhD, Queen's University (2000) Postdoc, University of Bern (2000-2002) Research Interests: Biomaterials for implants, musculoskeletal disorder mechanisms, computational biomechanics, and translational medical devices. Awards: ESB Clinical Biomechanics Award (2022) ETH Golden Owl (2021) European Spine Journal GRAMMER prize (2009) CTI Medtech Award (2005) Professional Activities: Five patent applications, course leadership in Biomedical Engineering and Spine Research, and director roles at ARTORG Spine Research Center. Labs/Teams: Leads the Institute for Biomechanics at ETH Zurich, focusing on cutting-edge biomechanical research and clinical translation.

Xinshan Liمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Biomechanics
• Finite Element Analysis
• Computational Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xinshan Li is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Sheffield , affiliated with the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering . Her work bridges computational modeling and biomedical applications, focusing on musculoskeletal mechanics across pediatric and adult populations. PhD in Bioengineering (2011), Auckland Bioengineering Institute Research interests: continuum modeling of musculoskeletal systems, pediatric bone mechanics, fracture risk prediction using finite element analysis, pelvic floor biomechanics in childbirth, and medical image-based computational models. Key collaborations: University of Sheffield’s Digital Patient initiatives, Procter & Gamble, Hospital for Special Surgery, and international biomedical research teams. Her recent publications highlight applications of finite element analysis and musculoskeletal modeling in osteoporosis screening , childbirth mechanics , and infant bone development , with methodological innovations in deep learning-based image segmentation . Dr. Li’s work has no listed awards but emphasizes translational research, including pFIRE (parallel image registration framework) and agent-based modeling of skin stem cells. She collaborates extensively on CT/MRI data integration for clinical applications. Contact: Room 1312, Sir Frederick Mappin Building , Mappin Street, Sheffield S1 3JD, UK. Email: xinshan.li@sheffield.ac.uk .

• Osteoporosis
• Fracture Risk Factors
• Epidemiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Frederick Hooven is the Director and Associate Professor of Public Health at the School of Health Sciences, American International College (AIC). Previously, he spent over a decade as an epidemiologist at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, directing a global cohort study on osteoporosis and fracture risk in postmenopausal women. His academic roles include teaching in public health, physician assistant programs, and the DPT program. He also served as Director of Research for the Massachusetts Medicaid Infrastructure Grant, addressing employment barriers for individuals with disabilities. Education & Professional Experience: PhD in Public Health/Epidemiology (inferred from roles) Managed care administration experience Health policy work with Medicaid programs Research Interests: Focus on osteoporosis epidemiology, fracture risk factors, and evidence-based practice in healthcare. His work emphasizes global cohort studies (e.g., GLOW) to understand disparities in bone health outcomes and medication adherence. Recent studies explore regional differences in frailty progression and the impact of obesity on fracture risks. Key Contributions: Developed fracture prediction models using FRAX® algorithms Examined socioeconomic factors in healthcare access for disabled populations Published extensively on osteoporosis treatment gaps and patient perceptions of risk Awards & Recognition: 2010 PREMIER POSTER-AWARD CANDIDATE for co-morbidities research in postmenopausal women Advising & Grants: Led the Massachusetts Medicaid Infrastructure Grant, focusing on employment barriers. Involved in curriculum development for public health and DPT programs. Collaborates internationally on osteoporosis research through the GLOW study. Labs/Teams: Directs the public health major at AIC and collaborates with global epidemiology networks via the GLOW consortium.

Yunhua Luoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Finite Element Method
• Computational Mechanics
• Composite Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yunhua Luo is a Professor & Associate Head (Graduate Program) in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Manitoba (Price Faculty of Engineering). His expertise lies in computational mechanics, finite element methods, and biomechanical modeling. He holds a PhD from Stockholm, Sweden (1999), a Licentiate (MSc) from Stockholm (1997), and a B.Eng. from Beijing, China (1985). His research focuses on three core areas: Development of advanced finite element methods for composite materials Multilevel biomechanical modeling of bone strength and hip fracture mechanisms Mechanistic analysis of brain injury and helmet design optimization Over 30 years of academic progression includes roles from Research Associate (2000–2006) to full Professor (2019–present). His recent publications (2022–2025) emphasize voxel-based modeling, osteoporotic fracture risk prediction, and helmet performance evaluation. Current research seeks MSc/PhD students in computational micromechanics.

Duane Croninمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Trauma Biomechanics
• Injury Prevention
• Finite Element Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Duane Cronin is a Professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Trauma Biomechanics and Injury Prevention at the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on computational biomechanics, human body modeling, and injury prevention strategies, with applications in automotive safety, sports safety, and military protection systems. He leads a lab investigating material characterization, finite element modeling, and biomechanical testing of musculoskeletal systems. Key areas of study include neck injury mechanisms in vehicle crashes, thorax response to ballistic impacts, and spinal cord biomechanics. He develops advanced computational models validated against experimental data to predict injury risks under various loading conditions. His work integrates multidisciplinary approaches combining engineering, medicine, and computer science. Recent research trends involve refining human body models with anatomically specific geometries and advanced material properties, particularly for vulnerable populations like elderly and pediatric patients. He also explores adhesive joint mechanics in automotive materials and synthetic turf performance in sports injury mitigation. His team collaborates on projects funded by industries and government agencies, aiming to translate biomechanical insights into real-world safety improvements. Active in academic leadership, he mentors graduate students in biomechanics and hosts international symposia to advance injury prevention research.