جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Artificial Intelligence
• Smart Cities
• Sensor Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Cormac Fay is a Research Fellow in Artificial Intelligence for Smart Cities at the School of Computing and Information Technology (SCIT), University of Wollongong, within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences. His roles include affiliations with the SMART Infrastructure Facility and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science. Previously, he held positions at Dublin City University, including post-doctoral roles in sensor research and data analytics. He holds a PhD in Engineering from Dublin City University (2013), an M.Eng. in Telecommunications Engineering (2007), and a B.Eng. in Mechatronic Engineering (2005). His research focuses on AI-driven smart city technologies, sensor systems for environmental monitoring, and advanced 3D printing materials. Key areas include IoT-enabled carbon-emission tracking, wearable biomedical devices, and sustainable sensor networks for landfill gas management. He has developed innovative solutions such as cryogenic 3D printing techniques for biocompatible inks and LED-based optical sensing platforms. Dr. Fay has secured grants totaling over $X million, including projects on military diver monitoring, blue carbon ecosystems, and low-cost sensor networks for agriculture and environmental safety. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, bridging materials science, biomedical engineering, and environmental engineering. Grants: Led projects on carbon-emission IoT systems, oyster farming sensors, and vibration monitoring. Supervision: Advised a Master's project on biomimetic microfluidic fabrication (2017–2019). Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the SCIT, SMART Infrastructure Facility, and global institutions like École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne.

Laura Sanchezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mass Spectrometry
• Natural Products Discovery
• Metabolomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laura Sanchez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC). She leads a research lab focused on imaging mass spectrometry and natural products discovery, with a particular emphasis on microbial interactions, metabolomics, and applications in women’s health. Previously, she was at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) before relocating to UCSC in 2021. Education: B.A. in Chemistry from Whitman College (Walla Walla, WA) followed by a Ph.D. in Chemistry at UCSC under Professor Phil Crews. Postdoctoral training included work under Professors Roger Linington (UCSC) and Pieter Dorrestein (UC San Diego as an NIH IRACDA Fellow). Her research integrates advanced mass spectrometry techniques with biological systems to study small molecule communication in microbial communities and cancer metabolism. Research Interests : Specialization in imaging mass spectrometry (MALDI-TIMS-MS2), microbial metabolomics, and development of novel techniques like SICRIT (Soft Ionization by Chemical Reaction in-Transfer). Her lab investigates how microbial interactions influence metabolite production and explores metabolomic signatures in ovarian cancer progression. Recent work includes spatial quantification of signaling molecules (e.g., c-di-GMP in biofilms) and the role of neurotransmitters like norepinephrine in cancer cell survival. Awards : K12 BIRCWH Scholar (2016–2017) 2019 UIC Rising Star in the Life Sciences 2022 ACS Infectious Diseases Young Investigator Award 2022 American Society for Pharmacognosy Matt Suffness Young Investigator Award Grants & Collaboration : Developed the Natural Products Atlas (open-access knowledge base) and contributed to workflows like TIMSCONVERT. Collaborations span microbiology, oncology, and bioinformatics, with a focus on translational research in women’s health. Current projects include analyzing fallopian tube-ovary cross-talk in high-grade serous ovarian cancer and optimizing mass spectrometry for high-throughput screening. Labs & Teams : Directs an interdisciplinary lab at UCSC, emphasizing open-source method development and collaborative microbiome research. Her team includes graduate students and postdocs working on microbial communication, cancer metabolomics, and imaging technology innovation.

Clovis Palmerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Immunometabolism
• HIV Pathogenesis
• Aging and Infectious Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Clovis Palmer, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Microbiology and Immunology at Tulane University, affiliated with the Tulane National Primate Research Center. His research focuses on immunometabolism in HIV, aging, and viral infections. He holds a BS in Biochemistry and Botany from the University of the West Indies and a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Sydney. His work explores how metabolic processes influence HIV persistence, immune dysfunction, and aging. Key areas include identifying metabolic biomarkers for HIV control, studying HIV's impact on accelerated aging, and investigating metabolic complications of COVID-19. He has developed technologies like Met-Spectre for single-cell metabolic analysis. Palmer's awards include the Tulane Health Sciences Auxiliary Endowment (2023-2026) and recognition as an Emerging Leader in HIV Research by NIH/IAS (2017). He has delivered keynote lectures globally on HIV immunometabolism and aging. His research integrates non-human primate models with human clinical data, emphasizing translational applications for metabolic therapies targeting HIV cure and aging-related comorbidities.

• Mechanobiology
• Computational Mechanics
• Finite Element Methods
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jose J. Muñoz is a Professor at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Department of Mathematics and the LACÀN research group. His work focuses on computational mechanics, mechanobiology, and inverse problems in biological systems. He holds a PhD in Aeronautics from Imperial College London (2004) and a dual degree in Mechanical Engineering from UPC and Civil Engineering from École Centrale Paris (1997). His research combines finite element methods, vertex models, and optimal control to study tissue morphogenesis, wound healing, and cancer mechanics. Current roles include leading the LACÀN research group and supervising PhD students in projects like optimal control of contractile systems and inverse mechanical analysis. Former students include Ashutosh Bijalwan and Cécilia Olivesi. He teaches Numerical Methods and Computational Mechanics at the UPC's Faculty of Mathematics and Statistics. His research interests span vertex and finite element modeling, cell rheology, and stability analysis of biological tissues. Notable contributions include models for epithelial wound healing, Drosophila embryo development, and mechanical oscillations in tissues. His work often integrates experimental data with computational frameworks to infer non-observable mechanical parameters.

Young-Hoon Ahnمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Chemical Biology
• Cysteine Proteomics
• Redox Signaling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Young-Hoon Ahn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Drexel University, serving as Chair of the Chemistry Graduate Program Committee. His research focuses on cysteine-based redox signaling in physiology and diseases, particularly using chemical tools to study glutathionylation. He holds a PhD from New York University and has held academic positions at Wayne State University and Drexel University since 2012. Education: PhD (2007, NYU), MS (2001, POSTECH), BS (1999, POSTECH). Postdoctoral training at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2008-2012). Research Interests: Development of chemical probes for glutathione biology, functional studies of protein glutathionylation in cancer and cardiovascular systems, and covalent small-molecule inhibitors targeting cysteine residues. His interdisciplinary approach combines synthetic chemistry, proteomics, bioinformatics, and mouse models. Publications emphasize glutathionylation mechanisms in cellular stress and disease, with recent work on E-cadherin stability, cardiomyocyte biology, and SMYD2 regulation. His lab employs clickable glutathione strategies and bioorthogonal chemistry for redox proteomics.

Ben Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biological Physics
• Cell Biology
• Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ben Larson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), affiliated with the Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies (CBIS). His research bridges biological physics, cell biology, and evolutionary principles to study complex cellular behaviors without nervous systems. BA in Physics, Reed College (2012) Postbaccalaureate Research Fellow, NIH NHLBI (2012-2014) PhD in Biophysics, UC Berkeley (2019) Postdoctoral Scholar, UCSF (2019-2024) Research Focus: The Larson Lab applies interdisciplinary tools from physics and computation to investigate sensorimotor activity in unicellular organisms like Euplotes , exploring how cells achieve sophisticated behaviors through cytoskeletal dynamics and finite-state mechanisms. Key themes include cellular decision-making, evolutionary biophysics, and multicellular morphogenesis. Scientific Awards: 2013 Orloff Science Award 2016-2019 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship 2016 Society of General Physiology Scholar 2020-2023 Merck Postdoctoral Fellowship 2022 Porter Prize for Research Excellence (ASCB)

Priyanka Pundirمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Immunology
• Microbiology
• Innate Immunity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Priyanka Pundir is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph. Her research focuses on innate immunity, particularly mast cell-mediated host-microbe interactions, and the role of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) in immune responses against infections. She holds a B.V.Sc. from G. B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, a Ph.D. from the Atlantic Veterinary College (University of Prince Edward Island), and completed postdoctoral training at Johns Hopkins University. Education: B.V.Sc. – College of Veterinary Sciences, G. B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology Ph.D. – Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island Postdoctoral Fellowship – School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University Her lab investigates how mast cells detect microbial signals (e.g., quorum-sensing molecules) and trigger immune defenses. Key discoveries include identifying the Mrgprb2 receptor’s role in antibacterial immunity and its implications for therapeutic development. Current projects explore neuroimmune interactions during infections and the functions of orphan Mrgprs. Her lab actively recruits motivated students and offers a PhD position starting in 2024. Contact: ppundir@uoguelph.ca .

• Polymeric Biomaterials
• Hydrogels and Microgels
• Infection-Resisting Biomaterials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthew Libera is a Professor of Material Science and Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science. He leads the Laboratory for Multiscale Imaging (LMSI), a shared facility for advanced imaging and analysis. His work focuses on biomaterials, hydrogels, infection-resistant surfaces, and electron microscopy techniques. Libera has held roles including Associate Dean of Engineering and Science (2013–2018) and has been a visiting professor at institutions like the University of Rhode Island (2021–2022). He chairs the Stevens Conference on Bacteria-Material Interactions and has authored numerous publications on antimicrobial surfaces and material characterization. His research interests span biomaterials-associated infections, directed self-assembly of polymers, and cryo-electron microscopy applications. He pioneered microgel-based antimicrobial coatings and developed molecular beacon technologies for diagnostics. Libera’s awards include the Morton Professorship for Teaching Excellence (2010–2011) and the Jess N. Davis Award for Research (1998). His work integrates nanotechnology, material science, and biomedicine to address challenges in infection prevention and biomaterial design. Libera’s publications highlight advancements in microgel functionality, surface patterning via electron-beam lithography, and antimicrobial delivery systems. His lab’s capabilities in multiscale imaging enable detailed studies of biomaterial-bacteria interactions. Ongoing efforts aim to optimize self-defensive materials for medical implants and diagnostic tools.

Markus Riesslandمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cellular Senescence
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Parkinson's Disease
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Markus Riessland is an Assistant Professor at Stony Brook University’s Renaissance School of Medicine, part of the Empire Innovation Program focused on the Aging Brain. He holds a PhD from the University of Cologne, Germany, specializing in molecular biology, neuroscience, and neurodegenerative diseases. His research centers on cellular senescence in neurons, particularly post-mitotic dopaminergic neurons linked to Parkinson’s disease. He discovered that these neurons can undergo senescence, a process typically absent in non-dividing cells, which has implications for aging and neurodegeneration. Dr. Riessland’s lab employs stem cell models, mouse studies, and advanced sequencing techniques (TRAP-seq, RNA-seq) to investigate senescence mechanisms, identify genetic modifiers influencing neuronal vulnerability, and explore therapies to counteract senescence-driven pathology. His work bridges molecular biology and clinical implications, emphasizing translational approaches for age-related diseases. Notable achievements include an F1000 Exceptional Rating for his 2017 Cell Stem Cell paper and an AJHG Editor’s Corner Highlight for his ribosome profiling study. His research has led to insights on SATB1’s role in senescence, lipid-driven senescence in dopaminergic neurons, and midbrain inflammation in Parkinson’s. Collaborative efforts span international projects on SMA and neuroprotective modifiers like Neurocalcin Delta. While no students are listed here, his work impacts therapeutic development in neurodegenerative diseases through senolytic strategies and genetic interventions. Education: PhD in Molecular Biology from University of Cologne, Germany. Awards: F1000 Exceptional Rating (2017), AJHG Editor’s Corner Highlight (2017). Labs/Teams: Leads research on neuronal senescence mechanisms and therapeutic targets, integrating stem cell biology and systems biology approaches.

Spencer Nyholmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Symbiosis
• Comparative Immunology
• Host-Microbe Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Spencer Nyholm is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of Connecticut (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), specializing in symbiosis and comparative immunology. His research focuses on host-microbe interactions in marine organisms, notably the Hawaiian bobtail squid ( Euprymna scolopes ) and hydrothermal vent tubeworms. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Hawaii and completed postdoctoral studies at Stanford University and Harvard University. Research Interests: Symbiosis mechanisms, innate immune system roles in symbiotic communication, and functional genomics in marine symbioses. His lab uses the squid-Vibrio fischeri model to study beneficial bacteria-host interactions and explores symbiotic relationships in vent tubeworms. Publications highlight themes like genomic regulation in light-organ development, symbiotic bacteria’s role in reproductive organs, and molecular mechanisms underlying symbiotic persistence. His work bridges ecology, immunology, and microbiology, emphasizing environmental influences on symbiotic systems. Labs/Teams: Nyholm Lab ( https://nyholmlab.uconn.edu/ ). Collaborations include functional genomics projects and comparative studies across marine symbiotic systems.

Li Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• archaeology of early China (Neolithic and Bronze Age)
• ritual practice in ancient China
• cultural interaction between China and the Old World
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Li Liu is the Sir Robert Ho Tung Professor in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Stanford University. She joined the Stanford faculty in 2010, following 14 years at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia, where she taught archaeology and was elected a Fellow of the Academy of Humanities in Australia. Her research focuses on early China's archaeology, encompassing the Neolithic and Bronze Ages, ritual practices, cultural interactions with the Old World, domestication processes, state formation, and urban development. She holds a B.A. in Archaeology from Northwestern University (Xi'an), an M.A. in Anthropology from Temple University (Philadelphia), and a Ph.D. in Anthropology from Harvard University (1994). Dr. Liu's educational background includes degrees from prestigious institutions across multiple countries, reflecting her global academic engagement. Her work bridges archaeological methods with interdisciplinary approaches to understand societal complexity and environmental adaptation in ancient China. Notably, her contributions to understanding cultural exchanges between China and neighboring regions have been influential in East Asian Studies. Her research interests emphasize material culture analysis, settlement patterns, and the socio-political dynamics underlying early state formations. This includes investigations into ritual landscapes, agricultural practices, and urbanization processes in ancient China. Her studies often involve collaborative projects that integrate archaeological data with historical and anthropological perspectives. Dr. Liu has been recognized for her scholarly contributions, including her Fellowship in the Australian Academy of Humanities. Though her primary role is in archaeology, her Google Scholar publications reflect interdisciplinary collaborations in medical research, audio engineering, and environmental science, suggesting diverse academic engagements. In advising, she mentors students in archaeological and anthropological studies, though specific advisee names are not listed here. Her grants and funding history, while not detailed in the text, would likely support her archaeological fieldwork and interdisciplinary projects. She has contributed to the Stanford Center for East Asian Studies and affiliated programs, fostering cross-cultural research initiatives.

Virginia W. Cornishمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Synthetic Biology
• Protein Engineering
• Chemical Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Virginia W. Cornish is the Helena Rubinstein Professor in the Departments of Chemistry and Systems Biology at Columbia University. She is a pioneer in synthetic biology, focusing on engineering yeast for diagnostic and therapeutic applications. Her research integrates chemical synthesis and genetic tools to expand cellular capabilities, including yeast biosensors and protein engineering. Education: B.A. in Biochemistry, Columbia University (1991) Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of California, Berkeley (1996) Postdoctoral Fellow, MIT (1996–1999) Research Interests: Her work spans synthetic biology, directed evolution, and live-cell imaging. Key areas include: Development of yeast biosensors for pathogen detection Engineering yeast communities for therapeutic applications Expanding the genetic code for noncanonical amino acid incorporation Chemical tagging for protein visualization and manipulation Recent Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes yeast-based biosensors for clinical diagnostics, scalable peptide-GPCR communication systems, and advances in fluorescent tagging for multiplex imaging. Her group also explores genetic code expansion to study protein dynamics and function. Awards: NSF Career Award (2000) Sloan Fellowship (2003) Protein Society Sigal Award (2009) ACS Pfizer Enzyme Chemistry Award (2009) HHMI Gilliam Adviser (2021) Advising & Grants: She advises a dynamic lab of ~20 students/postdocs. Active grants include NIH, NSF, and DARPA funding for synthetic biology and therapeutics. Her team collaborates on projects like vaccine development and metabolic engineering. Labs & Teams: Her lab at Columbia focuses on translational synthetic biology, with facilities for genetic engineering, imaging, and bioassays. Collaborations include projects on yeast-based diagnostics and protein engineering with groups at Harvard, MIT, and Memorial Sloan Kettering.

Janin Chandraمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Immunology
• Cancer Research
• Virology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Janin Chandra is a Senior Research Fellow at the Frazer Institute, University of Queensland, leading her own lab since 2023. Her research focuses on immune regulation in HPV-driven cancers, antigen-presenting cells, and squamous cell carcinomas. She holds a PhD in Immunology from the University of Zurich and has extensive postdoctoral experience at UQ and biotech companies like Admedus Vaccines. She has published over 35 journal articles, contributed to clinical trials, and received the Garnett Passe Mid-Career Fellowship (2023–2027). Education: Master of Science (Goethe University, Frankfurt), PhD (University of Zurich). Research highlights include developing HPV vaccines, studying immune suppression mechanisms, and investigating Langerhans cell dysfunction in tumors. Her work bridges immunology and oncology, targeting therapies to modulate antigen-presenting cells. Research Interests : HPV-induced immune evasion mechanisms Antigen-presenting cell biology in cancer Clinical development of DNA vaccines Immune microenvironment of head/neck and cutaneous cancers Grants & Awards : Current funding includes targeting cancer-associated fibroblasts (Garnett Passe Fellowship). Past grants involve microbiome analysis and vaccine development. Lab Activities : Her lab investigates intra-tumor immune regulations and develops novel immunotherapies. Collaborations span veterinary oncology and microbiome research.

Deok-Ho Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stem cell engineering
• Tissue engineering
• Organs-on-chips
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Deok-Ho Kim, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University. His research focuses on integrating nanotechnology, biomaterials, and mechanobiology to advance tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and disease modeling. Key areas include stem cell engineering, organs-on-chips, and bio-inspired materials for drug screening and cell-based therapies. Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University (2010), MS in Mechanical Engineering from Seoul National University (2000), and BS in Mechanical Engineering from POSTECH (1998). Research emphasizes understanding how mechanical and biochemical signals regulate cell behavior in health and disease. Notable work includes microphysiological systems (MPS) for precision medicine, spaceflight effects on cardiac function, and engineered heart tissue models. Recent studies highlighted the impact of microgravity on heart cells and the role of LOXL2 in hypertension. Laboratory: Kim Lab develops cutting-edge tools like nanopatterned electrodes and biomimetic substrates. Collaborations span academia and industry, with media features in Scientific American and coverage of heart-on-a-chip studies in space. Grants and Funding: Active in securing federal and foundation grants for tissue engineering and biomaterials research. Advising: No formal student list provided, but mentors trainees in multidisciplinary approaches.

Sachi Horibataمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cancer Biology
• Drug Discovery
• Computational Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sachi Horibata is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology at Michigan State University (MSU), affiliated with the College of Human Medicine. She is also associated with the Precision Health Program and the Neuroscience Program. Her research focuses on cancer biology, drug discovery, and computational genomics, with a particular emphasis on understanding mechanisms of drug resistance in cancers like acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and breast cancer. Dr. Horibata’s work integrates proteomics, transcriptomics, and cellular models to uncover therapeutic targets and biomarkers. She holds a PhD in Biological and Biomedical Sciences from Cornell University (2010–2016). Her research interests include genomic analysis of cancer heterogeneity, enzyme-driven cancer progression (e.g., PAD enzymes), and immune evasion mechanisms in tumors. Her recent studies highlight the role of protein citrullination in cancer cell migration and endocrine resistance. Dr. Horibata’s publications span topics in oncology, immunology, and molecular biology, with a focus on translational research. She teaches PHM 802: Cellular, Molecular and Integrated Systems Pharmacology. Her lab is located in the Interdisciplinary Science and Technology Building at MSU.