جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Neuroethology
• Biological Imaging
• Neurobiology
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Andreas Hillmair is Deputy Director - Operations and Head of Operations at the Institute of Biological and Medical Imaging (IBMI) at Helmholtz Munich and the Chair of Biological Imaging at Technical University of Munich. He holds a PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior (summa cum laude, University of Wuerzburg) and conducted postdoctoral research on honeybee pheromonal communication at CNRS in France. His expertise spans science management, academic administration, neuroethology, and biological imaging. He has managed interdisciplinary imaging research teams since 2013, overseeing institutional and third-party funding. His research background includes studying colony recognition in ants and honeybee social communication using advanced imaging techniques. Education: PhD in Neurobiology and Behavior, University of Wuerzburg (2007–2010) Studies in Biology (Neurobiology), University of Wuerzburg (graduated 2007) Research Interests: Neuroethological mechanisms of social recognition, olfactory processing in insects, and development of imaging techniques for biological systems. His work bridges fundamental research and applied imaging technology, focusing on how sensory systems enable complex social behaviors in insects. Current efforts emphasize optimizing science management frameworks to accelerate translational imaging research. Key Contributions: Pioneered methodologies for low-volatility odor delivery in insect behavior studies (2010) and revealed parallel processing of social odors in ant antennal lobes (2011). Transitioned into science management to operationalize cutting-edge imaging research, leading to the 2023 Excellence Award in Scientific Management. Awards: 2023: Excellence in Scientific Management Award 2015–2018: Outstanding Performance Recognition (Helmholtz Munich) 2009: Best Poster Award (German Zoological Society) Labs & Teams: Leads the Operations unit at IBMI, coordinating over 15 interdisciplinary research groups and managing €15M+ in annual funding. Collaborates closely with the Chair of Biological Imaging at TU Munich to advance multimodal imaging technologies for clinical and biological applications.

Shawn Xuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sensory Biology
• Sensory Transduction
• Aging and Longevity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shawn Xu is the Bernard W. Agranoff Collegiate Professor in the Life Sciences at the University of Michigan's Life Sciences Institute (LSI) and a Professor of Molecular and Integrative Physiology at the Medical School. His research focuses on sensory biology, including thermosensation, mechanosensation, and chemoreception in C. elegans and mice. Key areas include sensory transduction mechanisms, neural circuits processing sensory inputs, and the regulation of aging by environmental cues like temperature and food odors. Education: B.S. and M.S. in Biochemistry from Wuhan University, China; Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry from Johns Hopkins University. Postdoctoral training at Caltech. Research Interests: Identification of sensory receptors (e.g., TRP channels, LITE-1, GLR-3) Mechanisms of sensory signal processing in neural circuits Environmental regulation of longevity (e.g., cold-induced lifespan extension) Interactions between sensory perception and metabolic pathways Awards: Pew Scholar, Sloan Fellow, AAAS Fellow, and multiple awards from the University of Michigan. His work has been featured in Science , Nature , and Cell . Labs/Teams: Leads the Xu Lab at LSI with ~15 members, including postdocs, graduate students, and technicians. Collaborates across departments and institutions on projects like cold-sensing mechanisms in mammals and sound detection in C. elegans.

Anita Stoneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Behavioral Ecology
• Primatology
• Primate Social Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anita Stone is an Associate Professor of Biology at California Lutheran University (Cal Lutheran), leading the Stone Primate Behavior Lab. Her research focuses on the behavioral ecology of Neotropical primates, particularly Collins’ squirrel monkeys (Saimiri collinsi) in Eastern Amazonia, Brazil. She has conducted long-term field studies since 2000, examining primate social behavior, life histories, and sexual selection. Her work integrates field observations with molecular tools to study kinship, dispersal patterns, and reproductive strategies. Dr. Stone actively involves undergraduate students in her research, providing hands-on fieldwork and data analysis opportunities. She teaches courses such as Experimental Biology, Primate Ecology, and Animal Behavior. Education: B.S. in Biology from Oberlin College; Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Research Interests: Primate social structure, reproductive strategies, “fattened male phenomenon,” urine-washing behavior, and conservation in fragmented Amazonian ecosystems. Her NSF-funded projects investigate how male squirrel monkeys’ seasonal fattening influences mating success and genetic quality. Lab Activities: Collaborations with institutions like UCLA and the University of Texas Arlington include molecular genetics and statistical analyses. The lab emphasizes community conservation in Brazil, partnering with local landowners. Grants: Received NSF funding for studying male squirrel monkeys’ reproductive strategies. Students in her lab are supported by Swenson Science and Jung Summer Fellowships. Labs/Teams: Stone Primate Behavior Lab at Cal Lutheran, field site in Ananim, Pará, Brazil, with host family collaboration.

David Hembryمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Evolutionary Biology
• Ecology
• Plant-Insect Interactions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David Hembry is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at James Madison University, joining in 2024. He holds a PhD in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management from UC Berkeley (2012) and a BA in Biology from Harvard University (2003). His research focuses on the evolution and ecology of species interactions, particularly mutualistic and parasitic associations between leafflower plants (Phyllanthaceae) and leafflower moths (Lepidoptera: Gracillariidae: Epicephala). His work spans tropical and temperate regions, including active field projects in Texas, Puerto Rico, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. He is supported by NSF and JMU funding, and his lab emphasizes phylogenetic approaches, species interaction networks, and coevolutionary dynamics. Education: PhD, Environmental Science, UC Berkeley, 2012 BA, Biology, Harvard University, 2003 Research Interests: Dr. Hembry investigates how ecological interactions drive evolutionary processes and biodiversity. His lab’s model system explores the coevolutionary history of leafflower plants and their specialist moths, addressing questions about mutualism stability, host shifts, and biogeographic patterns. Key themes include: Coevolutionary mechanisms shaping species diversification Biogeographic dynamics of island ecosystems Phylogenetic methods to disentangle ecological interaction histories Recent Research Trends: His publications highlight coevolutionary dynamics, the macroevolutionary impacts of species interactions, and the role of ecological networks in biodiversity maintenance. Recent work emphasizes cryptic pollinator systems and the evolutionary consequences of mutualism-parasitism transitions. Grants & Funding: NSF grants supporting fieldwork in the Pacific Islands and Neotropics JMU internal funding for lab establishment and student training Labs & Collaborations: The Hembry Lab collaborates with researchers globally on island biogeography, phylogenetics, and coevolution. Key partners include James Ackerman, Ulrich Mueller, and Elvia Meléndez-Ackerman. The lab currently offers MS positions in evolutionary ecology and biogeography.

• Environmental Toxicology
• Entomology
• Biotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rostern Tembo, Ph.D., is an academic with experience in teaching and research across multiple institutions. He served as an Assistant Professor and later Chair of the Math and Sciences Department at the College of Cayman Islands for six years. He also taught at Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, Kentucky, for over three years, focusing on courses in Anatomy, Physiology, and Epidemiology. His research spans environmental science, entomology, and public health, addressing topics like the effects of ocean acidification, pest management strategies, and underdiagnosed genetic disorders such as hemochromatosis. Dr. Tembo’s affiliations include the Entomological Society of America (ESA) and the Reformed Baptist Church. He relocated to Virginia Beach, Virginia, and enjoys hobbies like mini golf, Scrabble, and Monopoly with his family, including his two sons, Emmanuel and Nathan. His research interests emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges, biological pest control, and public health advocacy. Though no formal awards are listed, his publications reflect a commitment to addressing real-world issues through scientific inquiry.

• Oxygen Sensing
• Neurodegeneration
• Cellular Physiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Patricia Ortega Sáenz is a Full Professor at the University of Seville, affiliated with the Department of Medical Physiology and Biophysics. Her research focuses on oxygen sensing mechanisms in the carotid body, neurodegeneration, and mitochondrial biology. She leads multiple research projects including 'Chemoreception in the carotid body: Modulation and plasticity in health and disease' (PID2023-146862OB-I00) and 'Oxygen Sensitivity and Neurodegeneration' (PID2019-106410RB-I00). She has collaborated extensively with international teams on projects involving stem cell therapy and neuroprotective compounds. Her research highlights include discoveries about HIF-2α's role in carotid body development (eLife, 2018), mitochondrial signaling in oxygen sensing (Cell Metabolism, 2015), and therapeutic potential of carotid body-derived stem cells (Nature, 2018). Over 50 peer-reviewed publications and 3 patents reflect her contributions to understanding hypoxia adaptation and neurodegenerative mechanisms. Grants and projects span 25 years, including collaborations with companies like Noscira on neuroprotective drug development. She has directed doctoral theses such as Maria Garcia Fernandez's work on oxygen/glucose-sensing cells. Her lab explores translational applications of carotid body biology toward treating Parkinson's disease and cardiovascular complications from sleep apnea.

Barbara Zielinskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemosensory Systems
• Invasive Species Ecology
• Neurobiology of Fish
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Barbara Zielinski is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Windsor, Canada, and affiliated with the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Studies. Her research focuses on chemosensory systems in fish, particularly sea lampreys (Petromyzon marinus), and their ecological impacts in the Great Lakes. She investigates olfactory and gustatory mechanisms driving behavior, invasive species management, and environmental toxicology. Her work integrates neurobiology, physiology, and ecology to understand sensory-driven behaviors such as pheromone communication, locomotion responses to chemical cues, and adaptation to environmental pollutants. Key contributions include mapping neural pathways linking olfactory inputs to motor outputs, characterizing pharyngeal taste bud function, and developing tools for invasive species control. Dr. Zielinski’s research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, collaborating with institutions like the Great Lakes Fishery Commission and training students through programs like FishCAST. Her studies address critical issues in aquatic conservation, fisheries management, and the ecological consequences of invasive species.

Chris K. Elvidgeمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Aquatic Behavioural Ecology
• Fisheries-Induced Evolution
• Ecotoxicology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Chris K. Elvidge is a Research Associate and Contract Instructor at Carleton University's Department of Biology (Faculty of Science). He holds a B.Sc. from McGill University and a Ph.D. from Concordia University. His research focuses on behavioral and aquatic ecology in changing systems, particularly animal personalities, predator-prey dynamics, fisheries-induced evolution, and ecotoxicology. He also serves as a Research Scientist at the Eel Passage Research Center and Associate Editor for Marine and Freshwater Behaviour and Physiology . Elvidge's work integrates sensory and physiological ecology to address anthropogenic stressors and develop conservation technologies. His research spans freshwater and marine systems, with recent emphases on oil sands pollution impacts, fish migration behavior, and the ecological effects of shoreline infrastructure. He collaborates on projects involving species such as sockeye salmon, American eels, and queen conch. His publications (2023–2025) reflect themes of behavioral plasticity under environmental change, chemical communication disruptions, and the physiological trade-offs in migratory species. His research bridges basic ecological understanding with applied conservation strategies, emphasizing the role of behavior in species survival. Elvidge's current affiliations include teaching roles at Carleton and research leadership in eel passage technologies. His work contributes to both theoretical advancements and practical solutions for biodiversity conservation in human-impacted ecosystems.

Matthew R. Hodgesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Respiratory Physiology
• Neurophysiology
• Genetics and Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew R. Hodges is a Professor and Eminent Scholar in the Physiology Department at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), serving as Director of Graduate Studies and Director of a NIH T32 Training Grant. His research focuses on neural control of breathing, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and epilepsy-related respiratory dysfunction. He holds a PhD from MCW (2004) and a BA from Carleton College (1998). His lab employs advanced techniques like RNA sequencing and rodent models to study CO2 chemoreception and opioid effects. Education: PhD in Physiology, Medical College of Wisconsin, 2004 BA in Biology, Carleton College, 1998 Research Interests: Genetics/Genomics, Neurophysiology, Respiratory Physiology. Current projects include: Mechanisms of CO 2 sensing in brainstem neurons SIDS-related serotonin system abnormalities Seizure-induced cardiorespiratory failure (SUDEP) Opioid-induced respiratory depression Neuroplasticity in neonatal lung dysfunction Methodologies: Single-cell RNA sequencing Rodent models (rats, goats) Electrophysiology and microscopy Transcriptomics In vivo pharmacological interventions Awards: Parker B. Francis Fellow (2006-2009) Fellow of the American Physiological Society (FAPS) Advising & Grants: Mentor to 8 undergraduates, 2 medical students, and multiple PhD students. NIH-funded since 2009, with additional support from Children's Research Institute and Advancing Healthier Wisconsin Foundation. Collaborations include Universities of Missouri, Oregon, and MCW faculty across departments. Labs/Teams: The Hodges Lab emphasizes interdisciplinary training, studying breathing control in health/disease. Active projects involve epilepsy, opioid crisis mitigation, and neonatal respiratory adaptation. Collaborates with neurobiologists, neonatologists, and geneticists.

Rick Hochbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Invertebrate Zoology
• Functional Morphology
• Systematics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rick Hochberg, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell), affiliated with the Kennedy College of Sciences and Biological Sciences Department. He holds a Research Associate position at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. His research focuses on invertebrate diversity, particularly microscopic marine and freshwater invertebrates like gastrotrichs, rotifers, and flatworms. His work emphasizes functional morphology, systematics, and evolutionary biology, combining field and lab studies to explore structure-function relationships in these organisms. Education: Ph.D. Zoology, University of New Hampshire (2002) M.A. Biology, Humboldt State University (1998) B.S. Biology, Humboldt State University (1993) Research Interests: Hochberg’s lab investigates invertebrate diversity across biological scales, with a focus on meiofaunal organisms such as gastrotrichs and rotifers. Key projects include immunohistochemistry of rotifer nervous systems, functional morphology of gastrotrich feeding structures, and systematics of typhloplanoid flatworms. He advocates for increased student engagement in understudied “aschelminth” phyla and their ecological roles. Grants & Awards: Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society (2009) Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society (2005) NSF Biodiversity Surveys Grant (2009) Smithsonian Marine Station Postdoctoral Fellowship (2003) Teaching & Mentoring: Hochberg teaches courses in Invertebrate Zoology and Parasitology. While no formal advisee list is provided, his research collaborations span multiple students and institutions. Labs & Collaborations: He collaborates with institutions like the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and the Queensland Museum. His fieldwork includes meiofaunal surveys in Florida, Belize, Brazil, and the Caribbean.

Daniel Wiegmannمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Animal Behavior
• Behavioral Ecology
• Sensory Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Wiegmann is a researcher in the Department of Biological Sciences at Bowling Green State University (BGSU), College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His primary research focuses on animal behavior, particularly navigation mechanisms in arachnids like whip spiders (Amblypygi) and life history tactics in smallmouth bass. Dr. Wiegmann’s work explores how animals integrate sensory information (e.g., olfactory, tactile, visual cues) to navigate complex environments and make adaptive decisions. His research interests include the neural substrates of spatial memory, optimal decision-making in reproductive strategies, and the evolutionary implications of conditional life history tactics. Notably, his lab examines how whip spiders use specialized antenniform legs and mushroom bodies (higher-order brain regions) to perform nocturnal homing and configural learning of shelters. This work bridges sensory ecology, neuroethology, and behavioral evolution. Dr. Wiegmann’s publications span over two decades, with recent studies investigating navigation in arachnids and the ecological factors influencing reproductive timing in fish. He collaborates with institutions like the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (E. Hebets) and Bowling Green State University’s Neuroscience programs. His research has implications for understanding cognitive abilities in invertebrates and the interplay between behavior, environment, and evolution. His advising record includes mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, evident in co-authored works with students marked by asterisks. While no specific grants are listed, his work suggests ongoing support for field studies and laboratory-based neurobehavioral experiments. Dr. Wiegmann’s lab is part of BGSU’s broader biological sciences research community, contributing to initiatives in behavioral ecology and conservation biology.

Noah Whitemanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetics
• Genomics
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Noah Whiteman is a Professor of Genetics, Genomics, Evolution, and Development at the University of California, Berkeley. He holds appointments in the Department of Molecular & Cell Biology and the Division of Genetics, Genomics, and Development, with affiliations to the Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute, Essig Museum of Entomology, and other research centers. His work focuses on understanding how biotic interactions—particularly plant chemical defenses, herbivory, and predator-prey dynamics—drive evolutionary innovations. Key projects include studying Scaptomyza leaf-mining flies, monarch butterflies, and the evolutionary integration of horizontally acquired genes into animal immunity systems. Research interests emphasize the genetic basis of adaptations to toxins, including glucosinolates, cardiac glycosides, and phage-derived immune proteins. Techniques span genomics, molecular biology, and ecological experiments. The Whiteman Lab collaborates across disciplines to explore toxin pharmacology, co-evolutionary arms races, and the ecological implications of herbivore specialization. Their work intersects with biomedical applications, such as toxin-based therapies for neurological disorders. Award-winning science communicator, Whiteman authored Most Delicious Poison (2023), a popular science book on nature’s toxins. The lab’s research is supported by grants from the National Science Foundation and other agencies. Training future scientists is a priority, with a focus on fostering an inclusive research environment.

Kaitlin Baudierمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Science
• Social Insects
• Physiological Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kaitlin Baudier is an Assistant Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi, specializing in the study of social insects and their cooperative physiological adaptations to environmental stressors. Her research focuses on how individual behaviors and physiologies scale to group strategies, with particular emphasis on thermal macrophysiology and group competition in social species. She teaches courses in General Zoology and Comparative Animal Physiology. Dr. Baudier holds a Ph.D. from Drexel University (2017) and a B.S. from Louisiana State University (2008). Her work integrates ecological and evolutionary perspectives, examining how climatic variation influences thermal tolerance and adaptation across species. Her research interests include environmental science, social insect behavior, physiological ecology, and the impacts of climate change on tropical ecosystems. Notable contributions explore thermal tolerance in army ants, stingless bee defense mechanisms, and collective thermoregulation in insect colonies. Professional affiliations include the International Union for the Study of Social Insects, Animal Behavior Society, and Entomological Society of America. She is fluent in English, with limited proficiency in Spanish and elementary knowledge of Japanese.

• Insect Social Behavior
• Chemical Communication
• Olfactory Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Juergen Liebig is an Associate Professor in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU). He holds affiliations with the Biosocial Complexity Initiative, the Center for Social Dynamics and Complexity (CSDC), and the Social Insect Research Group. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms underlying social organization in insects, particularly ants and termites. Dr. Liebig earned his Dr. rer. nat (PhD) from the University of Wuerzburg in 1998. His work integrates behavioral experiments, molecular biology, neurophysiology, and chemical analyses to explore topics such as reproductive division of labor, chemical communication, and olfactory signaling in social insects. Recent research highlights include studies on queen pheromones regulating colony structure, the genetic basis of chemical communication, and the role of olfactory receptors in social recognition. Collaborations span disciplines including genomics, neurophysiology, and computational biology. Key publications (2021–2020) investigate caste transitions, brain plasticity in ants, and the molecular mechanisms of pheromone detection. His work bridges evolutionary biology and applied social insect research, with implications for understanding complex social systems. Liebig’s research is supported by grants and has been disseminated through over 150 peer-reviewed articles. He leads an active research group and advises students in experimental and theoretical approaches to social insect biology.

Smita Mohantyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biochemistry
• Cell Biology
• Biological Sciences
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Smita Mohanty is a Professor of Chemistry at Oklahoma State University, with an adjunct appointment in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Delhi (1988) and has been at OSU since 2017. Her research focuses on biochemical mechanisms, protein structure-function relationships, and NMR spectroscopy, particularly in the context of glycosylation pathways, pheromone-binding proteins, and microbial pathogenesis. Education: PhD in Chemistry, University of Delhi, India (1988) Research Interests: Dr. Mohanty’s work spans structural biology, enzymology, and biophysical chemistry. Key areas include: (1) Mechanisms of N-linked glycosylation using the yeast oligosaccharyltransferase (OST) complex, (2) Structural biology of pheromone-binding proteins in agricultural pests (e.g., Ostrinia species), linking protein dynamics to olfactory signaling, and (3) Calcium-binding proteins in bacterial virulence (e.g., Pseudomonas aeruginosa). Her studies employ advanced techniques like solid-state NMR, molecular dynamics simulations, and small-angle X-ray scattering. Recent Trends in Publications: Recent articles highlight advancements in understanding OST subunit interactions via mutagenesis and NMR, pheromone-binding protein structural transitions at different pH levels, and calcium-dependent protein regulation in pathogens. Her work bridges fundamental biochemistry with applied areas like pest control and infectious disease. Grants/Awards: Recipient of PECASE (2000) and NSF POWRE Award (2000). Active grants include studies on chemoreception mechanisms, NMR infrastructure development, and REU programs in interdisciplinary chemistry. Advising/Service: Mentors doctoral students like Sanjana Gautam and Pratikshya. Served as Chair of the American Chemical Society OK Section (2017). Editor for multiple journals including Biochemistry & Physiology: Open Access. Labs/Teams: Leads a research group focused on biochemical and structural studies, with collaborations in agricultural science and microbiology. Her lab utilizes state-of-the-art NMR facilities, including an 800 MHz spectrometer acquired through NSF funding.