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Bradley D. Olsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Science
• Materials Engineering
• Soft Condensed Matter Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bradley D. Olsen is a full professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he leads research at the intersection of polymer science, soft matter physics, and bioengineering. His work focuses on designing materials for critical applications in biotechnology, hemostasis, and sustainable polymer development while advancing fundamental understanding of polymer network mechanics and self-assembly. Education: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, University of California Berkeley (2007) S.B. in Chemical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2003) Olsen's research spans protein-based materials, block copolymer phase behavior, and mechanochemical hydrogels. He has pioneered methods for quantifying polymer network topology, developing hemostatic nanoparticles, and creating bio-inspired materials for selective biomolecular transport and medical applications. His recent publications emphasize data-driven approaches to polymer characterization and educational outreach in materials science. Scientific Awards: American Physical Society (APS) Fellow (2023) Fulbright Amazonia Scholar (2023) Alexander and I. Michael Kasser Chair in Chemical Engineering (2021) ACS Macro Letters Young Investigator Award (2021) MIT Committed to Caring Honor (2019) AIChE Owens Corning Early Career Award (2019) APS Dillon Medal (2018) Kavli Emerging Leader in Chemistry (2017) ACS Polymer Division Fellow (2016) Camille Dreyfus-Teacher Scholar (2015) Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow (2014) NSF Career Grant (2013) NIH Postdoctoral Fellowship (2008-2009) Hertz Fellow (2003-2007) Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship (2002) Olsen has received significant grant support including NSF Career (2013) and AFOSR (2012) awards. His teaching activities include innovative international outreach like the 2025 soccer-themed science camp in Brazil. The Olsen Group at MIT explores advanced materials with applications ranging from trauma care to sustainable polymers.

James Briscoeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Biology
• Molecular Signaling
• Transcriptional Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

James Briscoe is a Senior Group Leader at The Francis Crick Institute in London, where he leads a research group focused on developmental biology and morphogen signaling. He previously held positions at the Medical Research Council's National Institute for Medical Research, which later became part of the Francis Crick Institute. Education: BSc in Microbiology and Virology from the University of Warwick, UK PhD from Imperial Cancer Research Fund/King's College London Postdoctoral training at Columbia University with Thomas Jessell Dr. Briscoe's research focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of graded signaling by morphogens and the role of transcriptional networks in cell fate specification. His laboratory employs a range of experimental and computational techniques using model systems including mouse and chick embryos and embryonic stem cells. His work has significant implications for understanding developmental processes and their relationship to disease. His recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on morphogen gradients, neural tube development, and computational approaches to understanding cell fate decisions. His research increasingly integrates single-cell technologies and computational modeling to unravel the complexities of developmental patterning. Scientific Awards and Honors: EMBO Young Investigator (2001) EMBO Gold Medal (2008) Elected to EMBO (2009) Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (2019) Fellow of the Royal Society (2019) As Editor-in-Chief of the journal Development since 2018, Dr. Briscoe plays a significant role in shaping the field of developmental biology. His leadership extends to mentoring researchers and contributing to scientific policy discussions, as evidenced by his recent publication 'Science under siege: protecting scientific progress in turbulent times.' Dr. Briscoe's laboratory at the Crick Institute is well-equipped with access to advanced facilities including light microscopy, flow cytometry, genomics, and computational resources, enabling a multidisciplinary approach to developmental biology questions.

Melinda Yatesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Endometrial Cancer
• Cancer Prevention
• Obesity and Cancer
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Melinda Yates, PhD, serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center member and holds leadership roles including Program Director for the Graduate Certificate in Women’s Health, Research Associate Director for the Graduate Program in Translational Medicine, and Faculty Advisor for the Women’s Health Multidisciplinary Consortium. Her research focuses on endometrial cancer—an understudied disease with rising incidence and mortality—investigating earliest molecular changes during cancer development related to obesity and hereditary DNA mismatch repair defects (Lynch syndrome). The Yates lab employs preclinical tools including rodent models, organoids, novel cell lines, and spatial biology platforms to study endometrial premalignancy in clinical specimens. Their work aims to define mechanisms by which environmental factors (obesity, hormones, social determinants of health) influence cancer development and disparities. Dr. Yates' research program ultimately targets cancer interception through pharmacologic agents to prevent, block, or reverse endometrial cancer development and improve women's health outcomes. Key focus areas include molecular therapeutics for cancer prevention and translational applications of spatial biology. Her notable recognitions include: President’s Faculty Excellence Award in Cancer Prevention or Outreach (MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2022) Faculty Recognition Award (UT MD Anderson/UTHealth Graduate School, 2022) Faculty Educator of the Quarter (UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, 2020) Faculty Recognition Award (UT MD Anderson/UTHealth Graduate School, 2019) As Program Director for the Graduate Certificate in Women’s Health and Research Associate Director for the Translational Medicine Graduate Program, she shapes educational initiatives while leading the Women’s Health Multidisciplinary Consortium to advance interdisciplinary collaboration. Her lab maintains extensive preclinical resources including specialized rodent models and organoid systems for endometrial cancer research.

Vicki H. Wysockiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Biology
• Mass Spectrometry
• Proteomics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vicki H. Wysocki is Professor and Chair at Georgia Institute of Technology, leading pioneering research in mass spectrometry and structural biology. Her work focuses on developing advanced techniques to study protein complexes, proteomics, and metabolomics, with her research group maintaining an active presence at major conferences including ASMS 2024 and preparations for ASMS 2025. Her educational background includes: B.S. in Chemistry from Western Kentucky University (1982) Ph.D. in Chemistry from Purdue University (1987) Postdoctoral research at Purdue University (1987) and National Research Council/Naval Research Lab (1988-1989) Dr. Wysocki's research spans four interconnected areas: (1) development of surface-induced dissociation (SID) on commercial mass spectrometry platforms; (2) native mass spectrometry-guided structural biology for studying large protein-protein complexes; (3) multi-omics approaches integrating proteomics and metabolomics with genomics for biomarker discovery; and (4) determination of peptide structures using IR action spectroscopy. Her work bridges analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and structural biology to address fundamental protein science questions. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on advancing native mass spectrometry techniques, particularly surface-induced dissociation, for structural characterization of protein complexes. Her work increasingly integrates multi-omics approaches to study bacterial pathogenesis, with emphasis on Salmonella infection mechanisms, while also exploring innovative instrumentation development for structural biology applications. Dr. Wysocki has received numerous prestigious awards: 2022 Thomson Medal from the International Mass Spectrometry Foundation 2022 ACS Division of Analytical Chemistry Award 2017 ACS Field and Franklin Award for Outstanding Achievement in Mass Spectrometry 2016 OSU Excellence in Biochemistry Award 2009 Distinguished Contribution to Mass Spectrometry Award from ASMS She actively mentors numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, with current lab members including Kristie Baker, Yuan Gao, and Philip Lacey. Her research is supported by multiple NIH grants, enabling cutting-edge instrumentation development and biological applications. The Wysocki Group maintains strong collaborations across disciplines, particularly in microbiology and structural biology. The Wysocki Research Group operates state-of-the-art mass spectrometry facilities at Georgia Tech, including specialized instrumentation for native mass spectrometry and surface-induced dissociation. The group actively develops new methodologies and maintains the website nativems.gatech.edu as a resource for the mass spectrometry community, demonstrating continued leadership at the intersection of technology development and biological discovery.

Sangwoo Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biological Mechanics
• Soft Matter Physics
• Tissue Morphogenesis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sangwoo Kim is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) in the Institute of Mechanical Engineering. He leads the Mechanics of Soft and Biological Matter Laboratory (MESOBIO), focusing on the interplay between mechanics, physics, and biology in living systems. His research spans soft matter physics, developmental biology, and mechanical engineering. 2023–Present: Tenure Track Assistant Professor, EPFL School of Engineering Postdoctoral Fellow, UC Santa Barbara Mechanical Engineering Ph.D. in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Kim’s research investigates fundamental properties of biological and soft materials, including: Tissue morphogenesis and embryonic development Mechanical behavior of amorphous and active matter Non-equilibrium dynamics in cellular systems Phase transitions in biological tissues Stress and osmotic pressure quantification His recent publications reveal a focus on: Biological jamming and fluidization Zebrafish axis elongation mechanics Energy landscapes of cellular matter Active matter modeling Statistical mechanics of soft materials Developmental force transmission Kim supervises PhD students and teaches courses in structural mechanics at EPFL, emphasizing problem-solving in engineering design.

• Developmental Biology
• Cell Division Control
• Asymmetric Cell Division
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. dr. Sander van den Heuvel is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Utrecht University , specializing in developmental biology. He leads research on cell division control, particularly focusing on asymmetric division mechanisms and their coordination with differentiation in Caenorhabditis elegans . His work bridges fundamental developmental questions with applications in cancer biology and regenerative medicine. Research Interests Asymmetric cell division Developmental control of cell proliferation Spindle positioning in mitosis Wnt signaling in stem cells Epithelial tissue dynamics C. elegans as a model organism Publications & Activities : His recent work (2010–2014) explores spindle positioning, Argonaute-regulated cell shape, and G1/S inhibitors’ role in cell cycle arrest. These studies are connected to C. elegans , cancer biology, and developmental genetics. Scientific Awards NIH RO1 grants (1999, 2001) NIH PO1 grant (2002) AstraZeneca Academic Sponsorship (2003) Basil O’Connor Award (March of Dimes, 1999) Helen Hay Whitney Fellowship (1992) Grants : Received competitive NIH funding for studies on asymmetric division and cancer-related gene discovery. His lab also collaborates with institutions like the Netherlands Cancer Institute and Max Planck Institute.

Adam Frostمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electron Cryo-Microscopy
• Structural Biology
• Membrane Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam Frost, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Utah School of Medicine and a member of the Cell Response and Regulation Program at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. His research employs structural biology approaches to investigate fundamental cellular processes with implications for understanding cancer and other diseases. Education: Postdoctoral Fellowship: University of California, San Francisco MD: Yale University School of Medicine PhD: Yale University BS: Brigham Young University Dr. Frost specializes in the molecular and structural biology of membrane trafficking, with a particular emphasis on mechanisms that determine membrane shape and topology. His laboratory utilizes electron cryo-microscopy to obtain molecular-scale views of cellular machinery as it engages with and reshapes cellular membranes. This work has direct relevance to understanding cancer, as several components of the cell division machinery have been genetically implicated in tumor formation. His research bridges structural biology, membrane biology, and cell division mechanisms, providing critical insights into how cellular membranes are dynamically remodeled during essential biological processes. Analysis of Dr. Frost's publications from 2011-2015 reveals a consistent focus on membrane remodeling proteins and their roles in cellular processes. His work spans multiple model systems and employs diverse structural biology techniques, with a particular emphasis on cryo-EM. The research demonstrates how membrane-binding proteins influence membrane topology during critical cellular events, especially cell division. These studies have provided direct molecular insights into cellular machinery that was previously difficult to visualize, opening new avenues for understanding disease mechanisms related to membrane dynamics.

Magdalena Zernicka-Goetzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Biology
• Stem Cell Biology
• Embryology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Magdalena Zernicka-Goetz is a Bren Professor of Biology and Biological Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), where she leads a lab focused on understanding early mammalian development. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Warsaw (1993) and has held visiting roles at Caltech since 2018. Her research spans mouse and human embryo models, emphasizing cell lineage specification, self-organization of stem cells, and developmental mechanisms. Education: Ph.D., University of Warsaw, 1993 Research Interests: Her work explores how embryos self-organize from stem cells, focusing on mechanisms driving lineage allocation, morphogenesis, and the transition from totipotency to pluripotency. Key areas include synthetic embryo models, developmental clocks, and the role of signaling pathways (e.g., BMP4, PLC) in shaping embryonic patterns. Grant & Advising: Funded by NIH grants for projects like synthetic placenta systems and maternal-fetal interface studies. Advises over 15 graduate students and postdocs on topics ranging from stem cell engineering to IVF optimization. Labs & Collaborations: Her Caltech lab collaborates with the University of Cambridge and institutions globally, advancing embryo modeling technologies and ethical discourse on synthetic embryos.

• Physiological Ecology
• Behavioral Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ondi Crino is a Lecturer in the School of Biological Sciences at Flinders University, where she serves as Topic Coordinator for Introduction to Animal Behaviour (BIOL1711) and Animal Handling and Husbandry (BIOL2106). Her research examines the physiological mechanisms that regulate animal behavior, with a focus on understanding how conditions experienced during development shape endocrine responses that affect behavior and physiology across life history stages with consequences on fitness and life history strategies. Education PhD in Organismal Biology and Ecology, University of Montana (USA), 2013 Masters in Zoology, University of Florida (USA), 2008 Bachelors in Biology, Lewis & Clark College (USA), 2002 Research Focus Dr. Crino takes a whole organism approach by integrating studies of animal behavior and physiology to tackle large-scale questions at the nexus of behavioral ecology, physiological ecology, and evolutionary biology. Her work primarily investigates how developmental conditions shape endocrine responses that affect behavior and physiology across life history stages. She also examines the impact of anthropogenic disturbances on wild animals, contributing to conservation physiology with important applications for endangered species management. Dr. Crino works across taxonomic groups including birds, reptiles, mammals, and fish, with particular emphasis on birds and lizards. Publication Trends Dr. Crino's recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate deepening integration of mitochondrial function with behavioral ecology. Her work increasingly explores how cellular energy production mechanisms relate to fitness outcomes and sexual selection. There's a clear pattern of examining both avian and reptilian models, with particular attention to how early environmental conditions affect stress responses, cognitive abilities, and reproductive strategies. Her research shows growing emphasis on conservation applications, particularly regarding anthropogenic disturbances on wildlife physiology and behavior. Teaching and Research Activities As Topic Coordinator for key courses in animal behavior and handling, Dr. Crino plays a significant role in training future biologists. Her teaching aligns closely with her research expertise, providing students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. She holds a Visiting Fellow position at Australian National University (since June 2023) and has published extensively since 2006, with increased output in recent years (5 publications in 2024 and 7 in 2025). Her work frequently appears in high-impact journals including Journal of Experimental Biology and Proceedings of the Royal Society B.

Brenda Ogleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiac Tissue Engineering
• 3D Bioprinting
• Stem Cell Differentiation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Brenda Ogle is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota's College of Science and Engineering. She leads the System Regeneration Lab, where her research focuses on cardiac tissue engineering, stem cell differentiation, and advanced 3D bioprinting technologies. Her work bridges multiple disciplines including stem cell biology, extracellular matrix science, and engineering principles to develop novel approaches for cardiovascular regeneration. Dr. Ogle's research interests primarily center on understanding the mechanisms that govern stem cell fate, particularly in the context of the cardiovascular system. Her lab is pioneering 3D bioprinting for cardiac tissue engineering, creating complex model systems that go beyond simple geometric shapes. Key areas of investigation include the role of extracellular matrix proteins in guiding stem cell differentiation, the development of novel tools for analyzing stem cell behavior, and the delivery of stem cells or associated progeny to the body. Her work has led to breakthroughs in creating patch-like structures with micron-scale features that support cardiac cell organization and can be adhered to failing hearts. Dr. Ogle's research has resulted in significant scientific contributions, including the development of unique bioink formulations coupled with multiphoton-based 3D printing to create chambered heart structures based on digital templates. These engineered tissues can sustain flow profiles and exhibit pressure-volume dynamics characteristic of the native heart, making them valuable for studying cardiac disease progression and testing drug efficacy. Her work has received recognition including an NIH R01 award for Epicardial Regulation of Myocardial Function and being named a BMES Fellow. NIH R01 Awarded, Epicardial Regulation of Myocardial Function BMES Fellow (2021) Dr. Ogle mentors a diverse team of researchers including postdoctoral associates, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers. Her lab has produced numerous PhD graduates who have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry. Current research projects in her lab include heart organoid formation using hiPSC-derived cardiomyocytes, investigation of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy mechanisms, cardiomyocyte maturation studies, and development of ECM-based bioinks for cardiac constructs. The lab is also working on creating integrated platforms for high-throughput cardiac organoid production and developing models to study the impact of radiation exposure on cardiac function.

• diaphragm
• muscular dystrophy
• ICU-acquired muscle weakness
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Basil Petrof, MD is a Senior Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) at the Glen site, where he leads research in the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program within the Centre for Translational Biology. He is also a Professor in the Department of Medicine at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, with a focus on the Division of Respiratory Medicine at the McGill University Health Centre. Dr. Petrof's research primarily focuses on disorders of the diaphragm and other breathing muscles, investigating both genetic conditions like muscular dystrophies and Pompe disease, as well as acquired conditions such as ventilator-induced diaphragmatic dysfunction in critically ill patients. His laboratory examines the cellular and molecular mechanisms contributing to respiratory muscle weakness, with the goal of developing novel therapies to prevent or reverse these conditions. His research spans several key areas including diaphragm physiology, muscular dystrophy, ICU-acquired muscle weakness, sepsis, and neuromuscular respiratory failure. Dr. Petrof employs a range of techniques from molecular biology to clinical studies, with a strong emphasis on translational research that bridges basic science discoveries to clinical applications. Dr. Petrof has made significant contributions to understanding ventilator-induced diaphragmatic dysfunction, respiratory muscle failure in neuromuscular diseases, and potential therapeutic interventions for muscular dystrophies. His work has been influential in shaping clinical approaches to managing respiratory complications in critically ill patients and those with neuromuscular disorders. As a Senior Scientist at RI-MUHC and Professor at McGill University, Dr. Petrof mentors numerous graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and clinical researchers, contributing to the next generation of respiratory medicine specialists and scientists. His laboratory work involves collaborations across multiple disciplines, including immunology, molecular biology, and clinical respiratory medicine, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern respiratory research.

Jessica M. Harrisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Promotion
• Wellness Programming
• Sexual Health Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jessica M. Harris is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Promotion and Wellness at SUNY Oswego, serving as Internship Coordinator. She holds an Ed.D. in Executive Leadership from St. John Fisher College, an M.S. in Health Science from the University of Arkansas, and a B.S. in Community Health Education from the University of Maine at Farmington. Her research focuses on sexual wellness, HIV/AIDS education, and innovative teaching methods like Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL). Key areas of expertise include sexual health education, worksite wellness program design, and global health competency development. Dr. Harris is a certified health education specialist (CHES®) and College Reading & Learning Association (CRLA) certified. She advises the Eta Sigma Gamma health education honorary society and chairs the SUNY Oswego COLT committee. Her scholarly work has been featured in journals such as Health Promotion Practice and Health Science. Notable contributions include validating the Discover Wellness worksite program and advancing COIL initiatives to enhance global cultural competency. She received the 2021 Presidents Award for Teaching Excellence. Current projects involve mentoring student research on topics like sickle cell disease and food insecurity, while actively shaping SUNY Oswego's new advising center initiatives.

Manu Shankar Hariمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• COVID-19
• Immunology
• Critical Care Medicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Manu Shankar Hari is a triple-doctorate clinical academic (MB BS MD PhD[immunology] MSc[Epidemiology]) holding specialist fellowships in anaesthesia, intensive-care medicine and epidemiology (FRCA EDIC FFICM). His research fingerprint centres on COVID-19 immunopathology, post-COVID-19 syndromes, sepsis-related platelet biology and T-cell immunosenescence, evidenced by >350 citations and leadership of large UK consortium studies such as PHOSP-COVID and ISARIC4C. Education & Qualifications: MB BS – primary medical degree MD – higher medical doctorate PhD in Immunology MSc in Epidemiology FRCA – Fellowship of the Royal College of Anaesthetists EDIC – European Diploma of Intensive Care Medicine FFICM – Fellowship of the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine Research Interests: Dr Hari’s work integrates bedside critical care with translational immunology. He interrogates how accelerated immune ageing shapes COVID-19 severity, delineates platelet–immune crosstalk in sepsis, and identifies determinants of recovery from post-COVID-19 dyspnoea using multicentre prospective cohorts and randomised trials. Publication Trends: Recent first-author or senior-author papers in Immunity & Ageing , The Lancet Respiratory Medicine , The Lancet Regional Health – Europe , Shock and JAMA reveal a coherent programme spanning immunosenescence, antiplatelet therapy in COVID-19, and long-COVID respiratory sequelae. Collaborations & Funding: He leads or co-leads national UK consortium grants (PHOSP-COVID, ISARIC4C) involving hundreds of investigators and institutions, supported by NIHR/MRC/UKRI funding streams, with extensive international collaboration networks.

Buzz Baumمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Morphogenesis
• Cell Division
• Cytoskeleton Dynamics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Buzz Baum is a Research Fellow at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB) within the University of Cambridge. His work focuses on the generation of biological form ("morphogenesis") through the study of cell division across archaea and eukaryotes, with a particular emphasis on the role of the cytoskeleton and ESCRT-III proteins in evolutionary transitions. Key research themes: Morphogenesis, Cell Division, Evolutionary Cell Biology, Archaeal Biology, Eukaryogenesis, Membrane Remodeling His lab investigates cell division using Sulfolobus , a hyperthermophilic archaeon, to identify conserved processes and core principles. Recent work explores the application of imaging techniques in extremophiles and the evolutionary implications of ESCRT-III proteins in both archaea and humans. Future research will focus on Asgard archaea, the closest living relatives to eukaryotes, to study the origins of cell division and symbiosis. Collaborations include researchers at the LMB, UK institutions, and international partners. Group members include Alice Cezanne, Sherman Foo, Yin-Wei (Kris) Kuo, Magda Lechowska, Fraser MacLeod, Florian Mayer, Joe Parham, Arthur Radoux, Iain Richard, and Jeanne Salje.

Maitreyi Dasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cell Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Cytokinesis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maitreyi Das is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Biology at Boston College. She relocated her lab from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville to Boston College in 2022 and is based in Higgins Hall. Her research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms governing cell shape and cytokinesis in Schizosaccharomyces pombe (fission yeast), with a particular emphasis on the roles of Cdc42 and Rho family GTPases in cell polarity and division coordination. Her work integrates live-cell imaging, genetic approaches, and collaborations with engineers/mathematicians to model regulatory networks. Key projects include defining spatiotemporal activation patterns of Cdc42 during cytokinesis, investigating how septum formation coordinates with actomyosin ring constriction, and exploring cell polarization dynamics post-division. Her lab is funded by the NSF and NIH and has produced over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2005. Collaborations include work with Francesc Verde and Dario Vavylonis. Students advised include Udo Onwubiko (PhD 2022, now at UNC-Chapel Hill), Bethany Campbell, Brian Hercyk, and others. Research highlights include discoveries on Cdc42/Rho1 crosstalk, GEF/GAP coordination in cytokinesis, and phosphorylation-dependent Gef1 regulation.