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Jenny Ouyang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Nevada, Reno , where she also serves as Director of the Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Biology graduate program. She earned her B.S. and B.A. from the University of California, Irvine (2007), followed by M.A. and Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Princeton University (2009, 2012). Her research focuses on the ecology and evolution of physiological systems , particularly how hormonally regulated traits enable organismal adaptation to environmental changes like urbanization , light pollution , and endocrine stress responses . Education: Ph.D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Princeton University (2012) M.A., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Princeton University (2009) B.S., Biology, University of California, Irvine (2007) B.A., French, University of California, Irvine (2007) Her work integrates neuroendocrine mechanisms with ecological contexts to understand phenotypic flexibility and epigenetic adaptation in birds. Recent projects examine how artificial light at night disrupts circadian rhythms, hormonal profiles, and parental behaviors across urban-rural gradients. She has secured major grants including the NSF CAREER award (2022) for studying urbanization and NIH COBRE funding (2017) as part of a neuroscience team. Key collaborations include Dr. Maria Echeverry at Universidad Pontificia Javeriana in Colombia through her 2023 Fulbright award . The Ouyang Lab combines natural and laboratory experiments to investigate stress physiology, with recent papers analyzing glucocorticoid responses to urbanization, gene expression patterns under light pollution, and epigenetic reorganization in response to environmental stressors. Her publications span top journals like Proceedings of the Royal Society B , Biology Letters , and Ecology Applications , where her 2022 paper on lead pollution and reproduction was highlighted by ESA and Swedish Radio. Scientific Awards & Recognition: US Fulbright Scholars Award (2023) NSF CAREER grant (2022) NIH COBRE grant (2017) as team member Advising students like Valentina Alaasam (NSF GRFP awardee) and Ivan Celso Carvalho Provinciato (Dean's Merit Fellowship)

• Endocrinology
• Urban Ecology
• Physiological Adaptation
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Malcolm von Schantz is a Professor and Deputy Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor at Northumbria University, affiliated with the HLS Faculty Management and Administration. Previously, he held leadership roles at the University of Surrey, including Associate Dean (International) and acting Pro-Vice Chancellor (International Relations). He is also an Honorary Professor at the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa. He holds a PhD in Zoology from an unspecified institution (awarded 10 Dec 1994). His research focuses on human circadian rhythms and sleep, their molecular determinants, and links to physical/mental health. He has secured over £6.4M in research funding from bodies like the MRC, Wellcome Trust, and NIH. Key research areas include sleep architecture, chronotype variability, HIV-related sleep disruptions, and cardiometabolic health correlations. His work has been published in high-impact journals and widely featured in media. He actively participates in international conferences and public outreach, including translating sleep education materials into multiple languages. Notable collaborations include the BioClocks UK initiative and the Baependi Heart Study in Brazil. His recent articles address daylight saving policies, gender-specific sleep-cardiovascular links, and light sensitivity in bipolar disorder. He supervises PhD students and engages in editorial roles across journals. Public impacts include translating educational comics and participating in community health events. His research emphasizes global health equity, particularly in low-resource settings.

• Circadian Rhythms
• Sleep Medicine
• Chronobiology
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Chenlu Gao, Ph.D., is a Research Fellow in Anaesthesia at Massachusetts General Hospital, with a strong research focus on sleep science, cognitive neuroscience, and their intersection with aging and neurodegenerative diseases. Her work bridges clinical anesthesiology with fundamental neuroscience to understand how sleep patterns influence cognitive health across the lifespan. As a principal investigator on multiple NIH-funded projects, she leads innovative research examining the relationship between circadian rhythms, sleep behaviors, and cognitive outcomes. Education: PhD in Psychology, Baylor University (2021) MA in Psychology in Education, University of Pittsburgh (2016) BS in Psychology, University of Pittsburgh (2013) Dr. Gao's research program centers on the critical relationship between sleep patterns and cognitive health in aging populations. Her work investigates how circadian rhythm disruptions, daytime napping behaviors, and sleep quality contribute to cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease progression. She employs sophisticated methodologies including actigraphy, longitudinal cohort analysis, and fractal regulation metrics to uncover novel biomarkers of cognitive resilience. Her publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory of increasingly sophisticated research on sleep-cognition relationships, with recent work focusing on weekend sleep patterns, circadian disruptions in HIV populations, and the predictive value of rest-activity rhythms for dementia risk. Her studies consistently integrate objective sleep measurements with comprehensive cognitive assessments to establish causal pathways. Scientific Awards: American Psychological Association Dissertation Research Award (2020) Psi Chi Honor Society Graduate Research Grant (2020) Sleep Research Society Trainee Merit Award (2019) Baylor University Presidential Fellowship (2016) Dr. Gao currently serves as Principal Investigator on two major research grants examining the relationship between daytime napping patterns and Alzheimer's disease risk, funded by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Alzheimer's Association. Her collaborative approach is evident in her extensive co-authorship network spanning sleep medicine, neurology, and geriatrics specialists. While specific laboratory details aren't provided in the available information, her research appears to be conducted within the Department of Anaesthesia at Massachusetts General Hospital, likely collaborating with the hospital's sleep medicine and neurology divisions.

• Sleep Science
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Alzheimer's Disease Research
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Giles E. Duffield is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, College of Science. His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of circadian rhythms in both mammals and mosquito vectors, with implications for human health, metabolic disorders, and vector-borne disease control. Research Interests: Dr. Duffield’s work investigates the molecular basis of circadian clocks, particularly the role of Inhibitor of DNA binding ( Id2 , Id4 ) genes in regulating the mammalian circadian system and metabolic homeostasis. His lab studies circadian control of metabolism, photic entrainment, and the genomic regulation of rhythmic gene expression in the malaria vector Anopheles gambiae . His interdisciplinary approach integrates molecular biology, genomics, behavioral analysis, and proteomics. Recent Research Trends: His recent publications highlight a strong focus on circadian regulation in disease vectors, including how artificial light alters mosquito biting behavior and how circadian clocks influence insecticide resistance. In mammalian systems, his work explores the intersection of circadian disruption with metabolic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and alcoholic liver disease. His research also contributes to methodological advances in circadian genomics. Scientific Awards and Grants: Indiana CTSI Fall Core Pilot Grant (2011) Supported by NIGMS, American Heart Association, Indiana CTSI, Eck Institute for Global Health, and Center for Rare and Neglected Diseases Previously funded by Royal Society and Wellcome Trust Advising and Grants: Dr. Duffield has mentored numerous graduate and undergraduate students, many of whom have pursued advanced degrees in medicine and science. His lab has secured significant external funding, enabling cutting-edge research in circadian biology and vector control. Collaborations span institutions including Indiana University, Dartmouth, Oxford, and the University of Washington. Labs and Teams: The Duffield Lab at Notre Dame employs transgenic mouse models, real-time bioluminescence imaging, transcriptomics, and behavioral assays to study circadian function. The team includes postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduates, and maintains active collaborations with experts in proteomics, metabolism, and vector biology.

• Circadian Rhythms
• Molecular Biology
• Chronobiology
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Rosemary Braun is an Associate Professor at Northwestern University, holding joint appointments in Molecular Biosciences and Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics within the McCormick School of Engineering. Her research focuses on developing computational methods for systems-level analysis of high-dimensional genomic and proteomic data to understand complex biological phenomena, particularly cancer and circadian rhythms. She leads the Braun Research Group, collaborating with experimentalists to investigate topics such as circadian regulation, cancer biology, and developmental processes. Dr. Braun's education includes a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an M.P.H. in Biostatistics from Johns Hopkins University. Her work bridges mathematics, statistics, physics, and biology, emphasizing multi-scale computational approaches. She has developed innovative tools like scHolography for spatial single-cell analysis and TimeCycle for circadian transcriptomics. Her publications highlight advancements in understanding circadian clock dynamics, post-COVID-19 pulmonary pathologies, and metabolic disorders linked to circadian disruption. Braun collaborates across disciplines, contributing to translational research in precision medicine and systems biology. She directs the Braun Lab, which emphasizes computational methods for addressing complex biological questions.

• Computational Biology
• Systems Biology
• Genomics
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Hanne Hoffmann is an Assistant Professor in the Neuroscience Program at Michigan State University's College of Natural Science , with affiliations in the Genetics & Genome Sciences Program and Cell & Molecular Biology Program. She investigates molecular pathways linking circadian rhythms to reproductive physiology and health disorders. Focus on hypothalamic SCN as the body's pacemaker Impacts of light pollution and shiftwork on hormone release Develops novel mouse models for circadian-endocrine interactions Her research connects circadian dysregulation to endocrine disorders (diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease), mental health , and infertility , emphasizing translational relevance for 20% of the U.S. population affected by disrupted rhythms. Publications span 2011-2025, covering topics like: SCN transcription factor networks (Six3, Vax1, Otx2) Circadian control of GnRH neurons Placental chronobiology in preterm birth Light exposure effects on feline stress Chronopharmacology of oxytocin and GnRH

• Circadian Rhythms
• Molecular Neuobiology
• Neuroendocrinology
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Dr. Melissa Witman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology & Applied Physiology at the University of Delaware , within the College of Health Sciences . Her research focuses on understanding vascular function and blood flow regulation in chronic diseases, particularly cardiovascular conditions. She holds a B.S. in Biology from St. Lawrence University, an M.S. in Kinesiology from the University of New Hampshire, and a Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Utah. Her postdoctoral training in Geriatrics at the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center further shaped her expertise in aging-related vascular challenges. Her laboratory investigates mechanisms behind cardiomyopathy in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and explores interventions to improve health outcomes. Current funding includes a NIH/NIGMS COBRE P20 grant (as PI) and a University of Delaware Research Foundation grant. Her work bridges exercise science, clinical physiology, and translational research. Research Interests : Vascular dysfunction in chronic diseases Exercise and lifestyle interventions Cardiac-vascular interactions in aging and disease Key Projects : Vascular Consequences of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (NIH-funded): Evaluates early detection and medical therapies for heart failure in DMD patients. Chronobiology studies: Investigates sleep timing, eating patterns, and their links to cardiovascular risk markers like carotid intima-media thickness. Labs/Teams : Director of the Vascular Function in Chronic Disease Research Laboratory , focusing on mechanistic and translational studies in cardiovascular health.

• Chronic Disease Management
• Vascular Physiology
• Cardiovascular Health
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Agorastos Agorastos is an Associate Professor and Senior Physician at the Clinic and Polyclinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy of the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf . He holds an MD from Medical University of Vienna (2006) and a medical doctorate (Dr. med.) from the Center of Interdisciplinary Addiction Research (ZIS) at UKE. His academic career includes postdoctoral research at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and habilitation in 2015 on heart rate variability in stress-related diseases. Research Profile : Agorastos specializes in stress neurobiology with focus on psychoneuroendocrinological, neurophysiological, and immunological aspects of PTSD and depression. He investigates biomarkers like cytokines, copeptin, and neuroendocrine function in stress pathophysiology, autonomic-cardiovascular interactions, and predictive markers for antidepressant response. His work spans interdisciplinary collaborations between UKE and UCSD. Clinical Expertise : He treats stress/trauma disorders (PTSD, postpartum depression), anxiety, treatment-resistant depression, and psychosomatic emergencies. He leads the Psychiatric Outpatient Services Unit since 2016. Scientific Awards : Maudsley Forum Fellowship (2008) EPA Young Researcher Award (2009) APS Fellow Travel Award (2012) ECNP Summer School Fellowship (2013) SOBP International Travel Award (2015) B. Braun Educational Fellowship (2015) Publications : His 48+ works include peer-reviewed studies on neuroimmunology, stress biomarkers, and clinical trials. Key trends involve HPA-axis dynamics, autonomic-cardiovascular interactions in mental illness, and immunological correlates of depression.

• Stress Neurobiology
• Psychoneuroendocrinology
• Neurophysiology
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Laura Barger, Ph.D., is a part-time Associate Professor of Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She leads the Sleep Matters Initiative, focusing on the intersection of sleep science, occupational health, and healthcare safety. Her research examines how work schedules impact medical professionals' well-being and patient outcomes, with particular emphasis on resident physicians and shift workers. Her primary research interests include circadian rhythm disorders, sleep deficiency in healthcare settings, occupational fatigue management, and the role of sleep in post-acute COVID-19 sequelae. She maintains strong collaborations with researchers in neurobiology, occupational medicine, and public health. Dr. Barger's recent publications demonstrate three key themes: 1) longitudinal studies on healthcare work hour reforms and safety outcomes, 2) sleep-related risk factors for COVID-19 complications, and 3) validation of wearable sleep monitoring technologies. Her work consistently bridges clinical sleep medicine with occupational health policy. Research Grants: NIH R01OH011773 (2019-2023): Principal Investigator for 'Impact of lifting work hour restrictions on first-year resident safety, health and well-being' NIH R01OH010300 (2013-2018): Principal Investigator for 'Impact of eliminating extended duration work shifts on resident health and safety' She directs the Sleep Matters Initiative laboratory at Brigham and Women's Hospital, coordinating interdisciplinary teams investigating sleep physiology in occupational and clinical contexts. Her current projects explore interventions for shift workers and circadian entrainment strategies.

• Sleep Medicine
• Circadian Rhythms
• Occupational Health
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Erik Herzog is a Professor of Biology and the Viktor Hamburger Distinguished Professor in Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. His research focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying circadian rhythms, particularly in the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) of mammals. He directs the Herzog Lab, located in the Bayer Laboratory Building, and employs advanced techniques like planar electrode arrays, cellular imaging, and genetic manipulations to study daily behavioral rhythms and their disruption in disease contexts. Dr. Herzog holds a PhD in Biology from Syracuse University. His work bridges disciplines, integrating neuroscience, molecular biology, and systems physiology to address biological timing’s role in health and ecology. The lab’s research emphasizes circadian regulation in neurons and astrocytes, exploring how these cells generate rhythms, synchronize, and contribute to behaviors like sleep-wake cycles and feeding patterns. Key research themes include circadian medicine applications (e.g., glioblastoma chronotherapy), maternal-fetal circadian communication during pregnancy, and the impact of sleep variability on fertility and preterm birth. Recent publications highlight innovations in synthetic gene circuits for drug delivery, machine learning models predicting pregnancy outcomes, and understanding SCN functional connectivity. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. However, his distinguished professorship underscores academic recognition. He advises students across training levels but no specific advisees are listed. Grants and funding details are not detailed in the source material. The Herzog Lab collaborates with institutions like the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience and actively engages in outreach programs such as the WashU Brain Bee. They investigate chronodisruption’s effects on neurodevelopment, cancer progression, and social disadvantage, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to advance translational chronobiology.

• Circadian Rhythms
• Neuroscience
• Cancer Biology
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Professor Till Roenneberg is a prominent chronobiologist at Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich's Institute of Medical Psychology, where he serves as Head of Human Chronobiology and Vice-Chair of the Munich Center for Neuroscience (MCN). His research focuses on human circadian rhythms and their implications for health and disease in modern society. Faculty of Medicine, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich Institute of Medical Psychology Munich Center for Neuroscience (MCN) Professor Roenneberg's research centers on chronobiology with particular emphasis on social jetlag, shift work, genetics of circadian rhythms, and the relationship between biological and social time. His work investigates how misalignment between our internal biological clocks and societal demands impacts health outcomes including obesity, metabolic disorders, and mental health. He has developed important tools like the Munich Chronotype Questionnaire (MCTQ) that have advanced the field of human chronobiology research. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on the health consequences of circadian misalignment, particularly examining social jetlag across different populations, the impact of daylight saving time, and the relationship between chronotype and various health conditions. His work spans epidemiological studies, clinical investigations, and theoretical frameworks that connect circadian biology with public health concerns. Professor Roenneberg leads the Human Chronobiology research group and maintains several important research initiatives including the Clockwork project (http://www.clock-work.org/) and the European Integrated Project of the European Commission titled EUCLOCK (http://www.euclock.eu/). His research has established critical connections between circadian rhythms and modern health challenges, advocating for societal changes that better align with human biology.

• Chronobiology
• Circadian Rhythms
• Sleep Research
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Dr. Christina Ruby is a researcher in the Biology Department at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), affiliated with the John J. and Char Kopchick College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. She holds a BA in Psychology from Miami University, a PhD in Physiology from Kent State University, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Neurobiology of Alcoholism and Addiction at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine. Her research focuses on neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly addiction and alcohol use disorders, emphasizing the role of circadian rhythms and sleep disruption. Current projects include studying adolescent alcohol exposure's effects on circadian rhythms, the impact of alcohol on circadian clock genes, and chronotherapeutics for neurocognitive performance. She collaborates with institutions on circadian timing mechanisms in tissue regeneration and human neurocognitive performance. In student training, Dr. Ruby emphasizes hands-on research in a collaborative environment, training students in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication. Her lab aims to publish and present research while fostering teamwork and ethical scientific practices. Dr. Ruby's work bridges molecular biology, neurochemistry, and behavioral neuroscience, with long-term goals to translate findings into clinical therapies for addiction and chronodisruption-related health issues. Her lab is located in Kopchick Hall, Room 112.

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Molecular Biology
• Addiction
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Han Yu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Statistics and Research Methods at the University of Northern Colorado (UNC), within the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences. He joined UNC in 2017 and holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from Florida State University, alongside advanced degrees in Probability and Pure Mathematics. His teaching portfolio includes graduate courses such as Multivariate Analysis, Machine Learning/Data Mining, and Mathematical Statistics. Dr. Yu's research focuses on modeling complex network data through measure-theoretic probabilistic frameworks, emphasizing causal inference, Bayesian nonparametrics, and spatio-temporal statistics. He actively collaborates on interdisciplinary projects leveraging machine learning for structural causal discovery. His work bridges theoretical statistics with applied domains like public health, epidemiology, and computational biology. Key research interests include modern causal inference, hierarchical latent variable models, and network computational methods. His funded projects include an NSF grant for high-performance computing infrastructure and an epigenome-wide study on prostate cancer. Awards highlight his contributions to data science and statistical methodologies. Ph.D. in Statistics, Florida State University MS in Statistics, Florida State University MS in Probability & Statistics, Xiamen University BS in Pure Mathematics, Xiamen University His publications span journals like Journal of Applied Statistics , Computational Statistics & Data Analysis , and Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness . He advises students on research in kernel-based semiparametrics and machine learning applications.

• Modern Causal Inference and Discovery
• Structural/Functional Causal Models
• Bayesian Nonparametrics
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Andrew Spector, MD is Professor of Neurology at Duke University School of Medicine, where he serves as Vice Chair for Inclusion, Diversity, and Empowerment in the Department of Neurology. His dual expertise spans clinical neurology and sleep medicine, with particular focus on epilepsy and sleep disorders. His academic leadership extends to directing diversity initiatives within the neurology department and contributing to national conversations about equity in medical education and practice. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (M.D., 2006) Dr. Spector's research centers on the intersection of sleep disorders and neurocognitive function, with special emphasis on obstructive sleep apnea's impact on postoperative outcomes in older adults. His work also addresses critical gaps in understanding sleep health disparities across racial and ethnic groups, particularly among Asian American populations. Additional research interests include non-REM parasomnias, restless legs syndrome, and the physiological mechanisms linking sleep disorders to neurocognitive decline. His recent publications demonstrate a growing commitment to examining structural racism in healthcare and developing frameworks for meaningful diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within academic neurology departments. Analysis of Dr. Spector's recent publications reveals a clear trajectory focusing on the clinical implications of sleep disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea and its relationship to neurocognitive outcomes. His work bridges basic science (examining blood-brain barrier breakdown) with clinical applications (improving sleep apnea screening in preoperative settings). Notably, his research increasingly incorporates health equity perspectives, examining disparities in sleep medicine access and outcomes across diverse populations. The publications also demonstrate engagement with public policy issues, particularly regarding daylight saving time and its health impacts. Dr. Spector has received significant research funding supporting his work in sleep medicine and neurology: A MultiCenter, double-blind, randomized study to evaluate the effects of tasimelteon vs placebo in participants with Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder (DSWPD) (Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc., 2021-2024) The Association of Blood-Brain Barrier Breakdown with Sleep Apnea and Postoperative Delirium (National Institutes of Health, 2021-2024) Duke Racial Disparities in Neurology Scorecard Research (Harmony Biosciences, 2021-2023) Sleep Medicine Fellow Institutional Training Program (American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation, 2022-2023) Dr. Spector's academic leadership extends to curriculum development, teaching the interdisciplinary course "Sleep in Society: History, Culture, and Medicine" across multiple departments including Linguistics, Neuroscience, and Psychology. His external relationships include the American Academy of Neurology and industry connections with Apnimed and Noctrix, Inc., reflecting his engagement with both academic and translational aspects of sleep medicine. His work on the SANDMAN Study (Sleep Apnea, Neuroinflammation, and Cognitive Dysfunction Manifesting After Non-cardiac surgery) represents a significant multidisciplinary research initiative examining the neurological consequences of untreated sleep apnea in surgical populations.

• Sleep Medicine
• Neurology
• Epilepsy
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Dr Meltem Weger is a Research Fellow at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB), University of Queensland. Her research focuses on circadian rhythms' roles in (patho-)physiology, particularly liver metabolism and endocrine systems. She holds a PhD from Heidelberg University (2013) and completed postdoctoral work at Birmingham University and École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). Key research interests include circadian-glucocorticoid interactions, metabolic homeostasis, and chronodisruption in liver disease. Her work spans molecular and cellular biology approaches, including omics technologies to study metabolic changes in stress-related conditions and circadian clock disruptions. Notable contributions include elucidating how circadian clocks regulate liver gene expression and metabolic pathways, with implications for drug discovery and disease mechanisms. Collaborations involve multidisciplinary teams investigating circadian rhythms in renal physiology, drug timing strategies, and stress-induced pathologies. Recent studies highlight maternal high-fat diet effects on offspring metabolism through circadian-independent endocrine changes, and the role of renal tubular circadian clocks in systemic metabolism. She contributes to projects like the NHMRC grant on microbiota-growth hormone axes and liver disease mechanisms.

• Circadian Rhythms
• Metabolic Physiology
• Endocrine Pathophysiology
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