جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Healthcare AI
• Deep Learning
• Machine Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peng Xu is a Research Fellow in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Institute of Biomedical Engineering. His roles include advancing Healthcare AI, Deep Learning, and Machine Learning applications in biomedical research. Previously, he held positions at Nanyang Technological University (postdoctoral research fellow) and earned his Ph.D. from Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications. Dr. Xu’s research focuses on integrating computational methods with clinical data to address respiratory diseases, particularly asthma and COPD. His work emphasizes novel lung function assessment techniques like Computed Cardiopulmonography (CCP), which evaluates ventilation-inhomogeneity indices and small-airway abnormalities. He also investigates therapeutic interventions, including biologics and corticosteroids, and their effects on Type-2 inflammation biomarkers. His recent studies explore post-COVID-19 pulmonary physiology and the role of gut microbiota in cardiovascular diseases linked to diabetes. His publications highlight contributions to lung function technology (e.g., the TREETOP Study) and the mechanisms of asthma treatment. Collaborations span clinical, engineering, and computational domains, aiming to bridge AI-driven diagnostics and precision medicine. Dr. Xu has contributed to interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Bellhouse BioEngenuity Keynote Lecture at IBME and projects promoting underrepresented students in engineering. His work underscores a commitment to advancing medical technology for improved patient outcomes.

Naeha Sharifمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computer Vision
• Natural Language Processing
• Medical Image Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Naeha Sharif is a Lecturer in Computer Science & Software Engineering at The University of Western Australia (UWA), specializing in Computer Vision (CV) and Natural Language Processing (NLP). She holds a PhD from UWA (2021) focused on AI-driven image captioning and received the prestigious ACS 1962 Medal for outstanding IT/CS research. Her work bridges AI with healthcare, including automated medical assessment via spine scans (DXA) for abdominal aortic calcification analysis and AI-driven medical report generation for fundus imaging. Education: PhD in Computer Science (UWA 2021), Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering (Kyung Hee University, 2013). Previous roles include Postdoctoral Fellow at Edith Cowan University (2021–2022). Research Interests: Vision-language models, medical image analysis, captioning metrics, multimodal learning, and AI applications in healthcare. Active in UN SDGs related to health and innovation. Teaching: Unit Coordinator for Computer Graphics & Animation (CITS3003, 2022–2023) Computational Thinking with Python (CITS1401, 2023) Grants: Lead investigator on the 'Generative AI for Screening of Depressive Disorders' project (2024). Awards: Recognized for student learning contributions (2025), best paper awards (2024/2020), and academic excellence honors (2021/2020). Labs/Teams: Member of UWA Natural & Technical Language Processing Group and IEEE Signal Processing Society.

Maarten van den Bergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiology
• Genetics
• Heart Failure
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maarten van den Berg is a Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, affiliated with the Cardiovascular Centre (CVC). His research focuses on cardiovascular genetics, inherited cardiomyopathies, and arrhythmia mechanisms. He has contributed to over 360 publications and actively participates in clinical and translational research. Expertise includes atrial fibrillation, heart failure, genetic cardiomyopathies, and amyloidosis. Organized symposiums on systemic amyloidosis and serves in professional organizations like the Working Group Cardiogenetics. Recent work emphasizes genetic penetrance studies, novel diagnostic markers using nuclear medicine, and AI-driven risk prediction for arrhythmias. He collaborates internationally on cardiac genetics and clinical management of inherited cardiac conditions.

• Attachment and Neuroscience
• Psychosomatic Medicine
• Body-Mind Integration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Loyola McLean holds positions at the University of Sydney's Brain & Mind Research Institute and Sydney Medical School. She is a Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist, and Psychotherapy Educator with affiliations including Royal North Shore Hospital and the Sydney West Psychiatry Training Network. Her research focuses on trauma-informed care, integrative body-mind medicine, and attachment theory applied to mental health and chronic illness. Key interests include psychotherapy efficacy, stress system disorders, and medical education innovations. Education: PhD in biomedical research (depression-cardiovascular disease link) Grants: Includes studies on psychiatry trainee well-being and trauma interventions for burn survivors Current Projects: EMDR therapy for burn injury survivors, trauma-informed care in sexual assault services, and neurobiological aspects of functional neurological disorders Research spans 20+ years with over 100 publications. Her work bridges clinical practice and neuroscience, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to complex trauma and chronic illness recovery. She collaborates on RCTs evaluating therapies like EMDR and conversational model interventions. Teaching focuses on psychotherapy education, attachment theory, and research methodologies. She supervises students exploring topics like conversational model applications in psychiatry and functional neurological disorders.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Nanotechnology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Francisco Tovar Lopez is a Lecturer at the School of Engineering, RMIT University. He holds a B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering from UNAM and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from RMIT. His research focuses on advancing biomedical technologies through microfluidics, nanotechnology, and computational modeling. He has pioneered projects in artificial organs, blood clot detection systems, and lab-on-a-chip platforms. Dr. Tovar has secured notable awards including the ARC-DECRA fellowship and Mexico’s SNI-I recognition. His work bridges mechanical engineering with healthcare applications, emphasizing fluid dynamics and biomaterials. Education B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering (UNAM) PhD in Biomedical Engineering (RMIT University) Research Interests Lab-on-a-Chip technologies Micro/nanofabrication Blood flow dynamics and thrombosis Portable diagnostic systems Medical sensor development Recent Article Trends His 2023 work emphasizes ECMO oxygenator thrombosis detection and environmental sensor applications, reflecting growing focus on translational biomedical engineering. Key themes include microfluidic platforms for hematology and integration of nanoscale sensors. Awards DECRA-ARC Fellow (2012) VC Research Fellow (2012) National Research System Level 1 (Mexico, 2014) Advising Open to PhD supervision in areas like real-time medicine and lab-on-a-chip cancer detection. Active in industry collaborations through projects like Vitalmex Innovamedica.

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.

Betsy Dayana Marcela Chaparro Ricoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Medical Robotics
• Assistive Robotics
• Service Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Betsy Dayana Marcela Chaparro Rico is a Lecturer in Robotics at Swansea University's School of Mathematics and Computer Science, within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. She holds a Bachelor's degree (Honours) in Electronic Engineering from Unisangil University (Colombia, 2011), a Master's (2014) and PhD (2018) in Advanced Technology from Mexico's National Polytechnic Institute, and a PhD in Civil, Mechanical, and Biomechanics Engineering from the University of Cassino (Italy). Her research focuses on Medical Robotics, Assistive Robotics, and Sensor Systems, with notable contributions to rehabilitation devices and AI-driven gait analysis. Education: BEng (Honours) in Electronic Engineering, Unisangil University, Colombia (2011) MSc in Advanced Technology, National Polytechnic Institute, Mexico (2014) PhD in Advanced Technology, National Polytechnic Institute, Mexico (2018) PhD in Civil, Mechanical, and Biomechanics Engineering, University of Cassino, Italy (2018) Research Interests: Dr. Chaparro Rico's work spans Medical Robotics (e.g., exoskeletons, rehabilitation devices), Assistive Robotics (patient-specific orthosis design), and Sensor Systems for healthcare applications. She emphasizes translating theory into practice, particularly in robotics education and real-world solutions. Grants & Collaborations: Developed robotic rehabilitation systems funded by the National Polytechnic Institute's SIP program (e.g., teleoperated robots for high-pressure cleaning, 2017). Collaborated with institutions like the Clinical Research Institute IRCCS Neuromed (2019–2022) and CICATA Unit, National Polytechnic Institute, Mexico. Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Biomechatronics Lab at IRCCS Neuromed and contributed to the IDENTUS research group at Unisangil University. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to robotics and biomedical engineering.

Fang Qiuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Remote Sensing
• Digital Image Processing
• LIDAR Technology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fang Qiu is a Professor of Geospatial Information Sciences at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), serving in the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Geographic Information Sciences from the University of South Carolina (2000), an M.S. in Geographical Information Systems from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (1993), and a B.S. in Geography with GIS emphasis from China Normal University (1990). His research focuses on remote sensing technologies, including LiDAR and hyperspectral imaging, spatial analysis, and GIS software development. Notable work includes urban forest inventory using LiDAR and hyperspectral data, and the development of web-based GIS tools such as GWASS. He has received the 2012 AAG Remote Sensing Specialty Group Early Career Paper Award for his contributions. Dr. Qiu has secured significant grants, including a $3 million NASA-funded project for Earth science data integration (2004–2009) and a Dallas Urban Forest Advisory Committee grant for tree inventory (2008–2009). He serves on editorial boards, including as Vice Chair of the AAG Spatial Analysis and Modeling Group, and has reviewed for journals like Geographical Analysis and ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing . His professional roles include Department Head of the School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences at UTD since 2013 and Associate Professor (with tenure) from 2006–2014. He has also held leadership positions in organizations such as the International Association of Chinese Professionals in GIS.

Patrick Vogelمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Magnetic Particle Imaging
• Medical Imaging
• Nano-Optics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Patrick Vogel is a Habilitation candidate and researcher in the Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI) group at the University of Würzburg's Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, Department of Experimental Physics V. His work focuses on advancing MPI technology for clinical applications, including imaging safety assessments, interventional procedures, and nanoparticle-based diagnostics. He contributes to the development of portable MPI scanners and hybrid imaging systems, collaborating with the AG Behr research group. His research spans magnetic particle spectroscopy, vascular imaging, and biomaterial characterization. Vogel has pioneered studies on MPI-guided endovascular interventions and the application of MPI in perfusion models. His work bridges physics, biomedical engineering, and clinical practice, with a focus on translating MPI into real-world medical diagnostics and surgery support. Key projects include the design of human-sized MPI scanners, safety evaluations of medical implants, and the use of synthetic tracers like Synomag®. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address challenges in vascular imaging, nanoparticle behavior analysis, and real-time imaging systems.

Samuli Ripattiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetic epidemiology
• Statistical genetics
• Human genetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Samuli Ripatti is a Professor of Biometry in the Department of Public Health at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Medicine. He serves as Director of the Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland (FIMM) since 2023 and leads the Academy of Finland's Center of Excellence in Complex Disease Genetics. His research integrates genetics, statistics, and clinical medicine to advance understanding of cardiometabolic diseases and genomic risk prediction. Education: Statistics major, University of Helsinki PhD in Mathematical Statistics, Stockholm University (2002) Docent in Statistics, University of Helsinki (2007) Research interests focus on cardiometabolic diseases, polygenic risk scores (PRS), and genetic epidemiology. He has pioneered PRS for disease prevention and developed clinical risk algorithms, with applications in precision medicine and global health initiatives. Recent publications highlight trends in polygenic risk modeling across diverse diseases, lipidomics, sleep disorders, and trauma outcomes. His work spans genomics, bioinformatics, and translational medicine. Scientific awards: Knight, First Class, of the Order of the White Rose of Finland (2021) Highly Cited Researcher (2018, 2017, 2016) Ripatti chairs doctoral programs in life sciences and the EU-funded INTERVENE project, which develops genomic risk prediction methods. He has led research groups at FIMM-EMBL, the Broad Institute, and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute. As Director of FIMM and member of scientific advisory boards (e.g., NMRC Singapore, EXCEED), he shapes global genomic research collaborations and biobank infrastructure.

Abenaa Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Substance Use Disorders
• Criminal Justice
• Women's Health
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Abenaa Jones is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Pennsylvania State University, where she holds the Ann Atherton Hertzler Early Career Professorship. As director of the Addiction, Sex, and Infectious Diseases (ASID) Lab, her research focuses on the syndemic of substance use disorders, violence, sexual risk behaviors, and HIV/STIs, particularly among marginalized and criminal justice-involved women. B.S., 2012, Public and Community Health, University of Maryland Ph.D., 2016, Epidemiology, University of Florida Her work examines racial disparities in opioid overdose training, naloxone administration, and treatment access, with a focus on gender-specific interventions for criminal justice-involved women. She evaluates structural and behavioral strategies to reduce substance use harms, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and trauma-informed care integration. Dr. Jones’ research emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches to addiction, intersecting with social determinants like housing instability and incarceration stigma. She has secured significant funding, including an NIDA K01 Career Development Award and NIH T32 training grant, to develop interventions that address systemic barriers to recovery. Scientific awards include: Ronald E. McNair Scholar’s Program (2009) McKnight Doctoral Fellowship (2012) NIDA Diversity Scholar (2019) Bloomberg American Health Initiative Travel Award (2019) She mentors PhD students in Human Development and Family Studies and collaborates across institutions, including the Consortium to Combat Substance Abuse and the Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center. Her lab integrates expertise from epidemiology, demography, and clinical practice to address addiction and infectious disease intersections.

Hege Christensenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pharmacokinetics
• Drug metabolism
• Drug transport
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hege Christensen is a Professor of Pharmacology at the University of Oslo's Department of Pharmaceutical Biosciences. She has been affiliated with the Department since 1992 and holds leadership roles in academic programs such as the Master's Degree in Pharmacy and Clinical Pharmacy. Her research focuses on pharmacokinetics, particularly drug metabolism variability due to genetic and environmental factors, and drug interactions. She collaborates with institutions like the IMUP Center for Immunopharmacology in Transplantation and the School of Pharmacy at the University of Manchester. Key areas include physiology-based pharmacokinetic modeling and in vitro-in vivo extrapolation techniques. Christensen's education includes a Cand.pharm. from the University of Oslo (1986), a Dr.scient. (1992), and an Advanced Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Teaching from the University of Leeds (1996). Her career spans roles at the International Heart Research Institute (1991–1992) and pharmaceutical industries like Løvens Kemiske Fabrik (1986–1987). Her research interests emphasize understanding drug bioavailability and optimizing therapies through pharmacokinetic studies. Recent work investigates gastric bypass surgery's effects on drug metabolism and the role of microbiome signatures in weight loss outcomes. She has published extensively in journals like Clinical Pharmacokinetics and Mucosal Immunology, with a focus on cytochrome P450 enzymes, drug transporters, and obesity-related pharmacology. Notable collaborations include projects with Professor Amin Rostami-Hodjegan at the University of Manchester, exploring advanced pharmacokinetic modeling. Her work bridges clinical and translational research, addressing challenges in drug dosing for patients with obesity and comorbidities.

• Health Services Research
• Health Economics
• Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Steven McPhail is a leading academic in health systems innovation and health services research at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). He holds dual roles as Director of the Australian Centre for Health Services Innovation (AusHSI) and the Centre for Healthcare Transformation. His research focuses on improving healthcare delivery through evidence-based strategies, particularly for vulnerable populations. He has secured over $120 million in competitive research funding and published over 300 peer-reviewed articles. His work influences global health policy, cited by organizations like the WHO, World Bank, and OECD. Education: PhD (University of Queensland) and Bachelor of Physiotherapy (University of Queensland). Research interests include health economics, telemedicine, and diabetes-related complications. His recent studies explore opioid use in spinal cord injury, cost-effectiveness of medical interventions, and mobile health applications for chronic disease management. He supervises doctoral and master’s students in health services research and clinical epidemiology. Labs/Teams: Leads AusHSI and the Centre for Healthcare Transformation. Collaborates internationally on improving care quality and reducing healthcare costs. Current projects focus on virtual hospitals, clinical decision support systems, and global vaccination trends. His work emphasizes patient-centered care and health equity.

Emilyn U Alejandroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Biochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Emilyn U Alejandro is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology at the University of Minnesota, affiliated with the Healthy Weight Research Center and Lillehei Heart Institute. Her research explores molecular mechanisms linking nutrient sensing to metabolic health across developmental and chronic disease contexts. Research Interests: Focus on post-translational modifications (e.g., O-GlcNAc Transferase) regulating pancreatic beta-cell function, mTOR nutrient-sensing pathways, placental development in intrauterine growth restriction, and circadian disruption's impact on glucose homeostasis. Article Trends: Recent work examines diabetes type 2 progression through autophagy regulation, placental insulin signaling's role in offspring metabolism, and stress sensor proteins in fetal growth restriction. Key methodologies include mouse models, molecular profiling, and systems biology approaches. Students: Mentors graduate student Her, T. K. on metabolic health projects. Grants: Leads NIH-funded initiatives on diabetes research, placental nutrient transport, and systems biology training programs. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Lillehei Heart Institute researchers and contributes to the Healthy Weight Research Center's interdisciplinary efforts.

• Plant Biotechnology
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexandra Machado Ferreira Castilho is a leading researcher at the Institute of Plant Biotechnology and Cell Biology within the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) . She has served as Principal Investigator since 2018 and previously as Scientific Coordinator of the Laura Bassi Center PlantBioP (2010-2017). Her work focuses on Plant Molecular Farming and Glycoengineering , aiming to optimize plant-based production of therapeutically relevant glycoproteins. Specializes in tailoring N-glycan profiles for biopharmaceuticals Develops plant cell factories for antibody and decoy receptor production Key projects include SARS-CoV-2 neutralization strategies and cancer immunotherapy agents Her recent publications analyze glycoengineering techniques in Nicotiana benthamiana , covering topics like ACE2-Fc decoys for viral neutralization, PD1/PDL1 blockade for oncology, and protease suppression for protein stability. She has received funding from the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) for projects on immune checkpoint inhibitors and glycosylation pathway modulation.