جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Megan Valentineمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Megan Valentine is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), affiliated with the College of Engineering. She leads an interdisciplinary research group focused on biological and bioinspired materials, investigating how forces are generated and transmitted in living systems to design responsive synthetic materials. Her work bridges engineering, physics, chemistry, and biology. Education: PhD in Physics from Harvard University, MS in Physics from the University of Pennsylvania, and BS in Physics from Lehigh University. Affiliations include the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI), Materials Research Laboratory (MRL), Neuroscience Research Institute, and the Center for Stem Cell Biology and Engineering. Research interests span soft material mechanics, bioengineering, and systems biology, with applications in marine-inspired materials, mechanobiology, and soft robotics. Her lab employs advanced experimental techniques to study biophysical and biochemical mechanisms in living systems and translate them into engineered materials capable of self-healing, movement, and environmental responsiveness. Notable awards include the NSF Early CAREER Award, Fulbright Scholarship, and election as Fellow of the American Physical Society and American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering. Her contributions emphasize creativity, collaboration, and diversity, with a focus on addressing societal challenges through interdisciplinary innovation.

Vivek Shenoyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanobiology
• Multiscale Modeling
• Biomaterials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vivek Shenoy is the Eduardo D. Glandt President's Distinguished Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, with primary appointments in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and secondary appointments in Bioengineering and Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics. He leads the Multiscale Mechanobiology and Biomaterials Laboratory, which focuses on developing theoretical frameworks and numerical methods to understand complex biological and engineering systems across multiple length scales. Shenoy's research spans mechanobiology, chromatin organization, cell mechanics, and biomaterials. His work addresses the fundamental challenge of modeling how small-scale cellular phenomena couple with long-range tissue-level interactions across micrometers to centimeters. By integrating insights from soft matter physics, solid mechanics, chemistry, and applied mathematics, his group develops multiphysics continuum and mesoscale theories to elucidate mechanisms controlling both biological and engineering systems. His recent publications demonstrate an increasing focus on nuclear mechanics, chromatin organization, and the interplay between mechanical forces and gene regulation. Analysis of Shenoy's publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach, with high-impact papers spanning biophysics, materials science, and cell biology. His work shows consistent evolution from fundamental mechanics of materials to complex biological systems, with recent emphasis on the mechanical regulation of chromatin architecture, cell migration dynamics in 3D environments, and mechanotransduction in development and disease. His publications appear regularly in top journals including Nature, Science, and their affiliated publications, demonstrating significant influence across multiple fields. Eduardo D. Glandt President's Distinguished Professor Multiple publications in Nature, Science, and PNAS Active research program with publications through 2025 Shenoy actively mentors students and postdocs through his laboratory, with numerous co-authored publications indicating strong mentorship. His research program appears to be well-funded through multiple grants supporting his work in mechanobiology and biomaterials. The Multiscale Mechanobiology and Biomaterials Laboratory maintains active collaborations across disciplines and institutions, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research. The Multiscale Mechanobiology and Biomaterials Laboratory, housed within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania, serves as the primary research hub for Shenoy's work. The lab maintains an active presence on social media (Twitter: @ShenoyLab) for updates on activities and publications. Their research approach combines theoretical modeling with experimental validation to address fundamental questions at the interface of mechanics, materials science, and biology.

Alexis Battleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Genomics
• Machine Learning
• Computational Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alexis Battle is an Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University with appointments in Biomedical Engineering , Computer Science , and Genetic Medicine (secondary). She directs the Malone Center for Engineering in Healthcare and serves as Deputy Director of the Data Science and AI Institute . Educated at Stanford University (PhD in Computer Science, 2013), Battle transitioned to academia after leadership roles at Google. Research Focus: Battle’s work bridges genomics and machine learning , emphasizing the impact of genetic variation on human health. Her lab develops tools like Watershed to predict functional effects of rare variants, aiming to enhance rare disease diagnosis. Key themes include non-coding DNA analysis , personalized genomics , and systems biology , with applications in cardiovascular disease and neurodegenerative disorders . Publications & Awards: Over 60 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nature , Science , and Genome Biology , with recent emphasis on single-cell transcriptomics , multiomics integration , and telomere biology . Recipient of the President’s Frontier Award (2022), Microsoft Investigator Fellowship (2019), and Searle Scholar (2016). Scientific Awards: 2022 President’s Frontier Award 2019 Microsoft Investigator Fellowship 2019 Johns Hopkins Discovery Award 2017 Johns Hopkins Catalyst Award 2016 Searle Scholar Advising & Funding: Mentors 11 PhD students, 3 undergraduates, and postdoctoral fellows. Her research is funded by NIH, Searle Scholars, and institutional grants. The Battle Lab collaborates on projects like the GTEx Consortium , focusing on gene regulation and clinical genomics .

Andre Levchenkoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Systems Biology
• Signal Transduction
• Cell Communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andre Levchenko is the John C. Malone Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Yale University, with secondary appointments in the Department of Neurosurgery and affiliations with the Cancer Signaling Networks, Immunology, and the Yale Program in Neurodevelopment and Regeneration. His research focuses on systems biology, signal transduction, and cell-cell communication, utilizing microfluidics and computational modeling to study cancer progression, stem cell behavior, and neurological disorders. PhD, Columbia University MEng, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology Levchenko's work explores how cells process dynamic signals to make critical decisions, particularly in glioblastoma migration, organoid development, and cardiovascular tissue engineering. His lab develops innovative microfluidic platforms and mathematical models to dissect multicellular communication and signaling networks. Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding YAP-driven cancer invasion , NOTCH signaling in angiogenesis , and metabolic regulation of hypoxia responses . He has pioneered methods for organoid modeling and single-cell analysis , advancing precision in biological signaling studies. Scientific Awards : Computational Molecular Biology Post-Doctoral Fellowship (Burroughs Wellcome Fund) National Academies Keck Futures Conference Invitee Distinguished Guest Lecturer, University of Virginia American Asthma Foundation Early Excellence Award Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering Levchenko leads the Levchenko Lab at the Yale Systems Biology Institute, collaborating with institutions like Mayo Clinic and Yale Cancer Center. His research has received recognition in Faculty of 1000 and multiple journal highlights.

Vadim Cherezovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Membrane Protein Structure and Function
• G Protein-Coupled Receptors (GPCRs)
• Lipid-Protein Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vadim Cherezov, the Ester Dornsife Chair in Biological Sciences and Professor at the University of Southern California (USC), leads groundbreaking research in membrane protein structure and function. Affiliated with the Bridge Institute, Department of Chemistry, and Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience, his work focuses on GPCRs, ion channels, and transporters—critical targets for drug discovery. His team leverages advanced techniques like Lipidic Cubic Phase (LCP) and Serial Femtosecond Crystallography (SFX) at XFEL facilities to solve high-resolution structures under physiological conditions. Institutional Affiliations: Bridge Institute, USC Michelson Center, Department of Chemistry, Department of Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Key Collaborations: Katritch Lab, Kuhn Lab, NIH, European XFEL. His research explores the role of lipids in modulating GPCR function, addressing diseases like Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and cancer. By solving the structure of the A 2A adenosine receptor via sulfur SAD phasing at XFEL, Cherezov’s lab demonstrated de novo phasing without heavy atoms. This breakthrough enables structural studies of previously intractable membrane proteins. Scientific Awards & Grants: NIH R01 GM108635, U54 GM094618, U54 GM094599, R01 GM095583 Science Signaling Breakthroughs of the Year (2014) Cherezov mentors a dynamic team, including postdocs (e.g., Dong-Gyun Kim), graduate students (e.g., Behnaz Davoudinasab), and alumni (e.g., Benjamin Stauch at Eli Lilly, Nairie Michaelian at Genentech). His lab’s publications span Nature , Science , and Cell , with recent work on Science Advances (2025) addressing ABEL-FRET for GPCR dynamics.

Karen Alimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Physics
• Morphogenesis
• Non-neuronal Information Processing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Karen Alim is a Professor of Biological Physics and Morphogenesis at the Department of Physics, Technische Universität München (TUM), affiliated with the TUM School of Natural Sciences. She holds a PhD from the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (2010) and conducted postdoctoral research at Harvard University (2010–2015) before leading a Max Planck Research Group in Göttingen. Her research focuses on non-neuronal information processing in living systems, particularly using Physarum polycephalum to study physical principles of network adaptation, fluid dynamics, and morphogenesis. Education: PhD in Physics, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (2010) Studies at Universität Karlsruhe, LMU München, and University of Manchester Research Interests: Prof. Alim explores how biological systems process information without neurons, emphasizing adaptive flow networks, mechanical signaling in plants, and collective behavior in active matter. Her work combines theoretical modeling with experimental systems like slime molds and plant tissues. Awards: ERC Starting Grant (2020) Elisabeth-Schiemann-Kolleg Fellowship (2013–2018) DAAD Stipendium (2011–2014) John Birks Award (2004) Advising & Grants: While specific grant details beyond the ERC award are not listed, her research has been supported by major funding bodies. No student advisees are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Labs/Teams: Leads the Biological Physics and Morphogenesis group at TUM, focusing on interdisciplinary studies of living systems' physical principles.

Johannes Larschمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Social Behavior
• Neuronal Circuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Johannes Larsch is a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the Center for Integrative Genomics within the Faculty of Biology and Medicine at Université de Lausanne (UNIL). His research focuses on understanding the neuronal mechanisms underlying social interactions, using larval zebrafish as a model organism. He employs advanced techniques like virtual reality and optical imaging to study how social signals are processed in the brain. Education: Bachelor of Biology, University of Konstanz, Germany PhD in Neurobiology, Rockefeller University, USA (lab of Cori Bargmann) Postdoc at Max Planck Institute of Neurobiology, Germany (with Herwig Baier) Research interests center on neuronal circuits driving group behavior, social recognition, and the interplay between genetics and environment in shaping behavior. His lab investigates how individual brains coordinate collective social behaviors through studies of neuronal activity and circuit dynamics. Current lab openings include fully funded PhD and PostDoc positions focused on social neuroscience and neurogenomics. Contact: johannes.larsch@unil.ch .

Knut Drescherمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bacterial Biofilms
• Microbial Multicellularity
• Biophysics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Knut Drescher is an Associate Professor at the Biozentrum, University of Basel , leading a research group focused on bacterial biofilms , swarming , and microbial multicellularity . Previously, he served as a Professor of Biophysics and Max Planck Research Group Leader at Philipps-Universität Marburg (2015-2021) and conducted postdoctoral research at Princeton University. Research Interests: Physical and biological mechanisms of biofilm formation Cell-cell interactions in microbial communities Antibiotic resistance in biofilms Hydrodynamics of bacterial swarms Evolution of cooperation in multispecies biofilms Development of bioimaging software (BiofilmQ, BacStalk) Scientific Awards: 2023: SNSF Consolidator Grant 2019: Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Prize (DFG), VAAM Research Prize, IUPAP Young Scientist Prize 2016: ERC Starting Grant Advising & Grants: Advises PhD and Master's students in microbiology, biophysics, and bioinformatics Secured major grants from ERC , HFSP , and DFG

Andrea Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Soft Matter
• Living Matter Physics
• Glass Transition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrea Liu is the Hepburn Professor of Physics at the University of Pennsylvania, leading the Department of Physics and Astronomy. As Director of the Penn Center for Soft and Living Matter, she bridges physics, biology, and materials science. She joined Penn in 2004 after faculty roles at UCLA (1994-2004) and postdoctoral research at Exxon and UCSB. Her research focuses on theoretical studies of soft and living matter, particularly jamming transitions, glass physics, and emergent phenomena in biological systems. She pioneers the application of machine learning to physical systems, designing self-learning materials and circuits. Education Ph.D., Cornell University (1989) B.A., University of California, Berkeley (1984) Research Interests Soft matter: Glass transition, jamming, and plasticity in disordered solids Living matter: Collective behavior in tissues, fluidization mechanisms, and biopolymer networks Machine learning: Physical implementations, energy-efficient circuits, and adaptive systems Her work combines analytical theory and computation to explain how complex systems achieve functionality through structural and dynamical principles. Publications Trends Recent work emphasizes physical learning networks, clogging dynamics in granular systems, and biophysical tissue mechanics. Key themes include emergent learning in analog systems, topology-driven material design, and interdisciplinary approaches to biological and engineering challenges. Awards 2025 American Physical Society Leo P. Kadanoff Prize 2021-2025 Simons Investigator in Theoretical Physics Member, National Academy of Sciences (2017) Labs & Teams Her research group collaborates on the Center for Soft and Living Matter, advancing theoretical frameworks for adaptive materials and biological systems. Ongoing initiatives focus on machine learning-informed materials design and experimental validation of theoretical models.

Michael Murrellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Cell Biology
• Soft Matter Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Murrell is an Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Yale University, with additional appointments in the Physics Department and the Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology Track. He holds a B.S. from Johns Hopkins University and a Ph.D. from MIT. His research focuses on understanding cellular mechanics through biomimetic systems and soft matter physics, aiming to bridge biological principles with technological innovation. Key interests include the mechanical basis of cell division, migration, and energy dynamics in cytoskeletal networks. Selected honors include the Postdoctoral Fellowship from the Institute for Complex Adaptive Matter (2010–2012), an NIH Biotechnology Training Grant (2005–2008), and the MIT Presidential Fellowship (2004). His lab, the Laboratory of Living Matter, investigates how physical properties of cells drive life processes, using tools from synthetic biology and computational modeling. Recent work explores energy localization in cytoskeletal networks and mechanical memory in actin systems. Publications highlight advancements in actomyosin contractility, cortical flows, and biophysical energy conversion. The lab actively seeks PhD students and postdocs to join interdisciplinary projects at the Yale Systems Biology Institute and the Physical Engineering and Biology Program.

• Robotics
• Mechatronics
• Ferrofluids
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zoran Cenev holds a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position within the Mechatronics and Dynamics section of the Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering at the School of Engineering, Aarhus University. His primary institutional affiliation is with AU Engineering, and contact details include email zoran.cenev@mpe.au.dk and telephone +45 20 64 75 44, with office location Aarhus N, 5128-140. Research interests focus on interdisciplinary applications of magnetic and robotic systems: Robotic micromanipulation via electromagnetic needles Ferrofluid-based biofabrication for skeletal muscle engineering Laser-induced photothermal droplet control Theoretical modeling of particle dynamics at fluid interfaces Surface engineering for underwater metallic stability Nanostructure formation through ion bombardment His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a dominant trend in adapting ferrofluids for biomedical automation, particularly 3D bioprinting of magnetically responsive tissues and droplet manipulation on engineered surfaces. This work bridges mechanical engineering with regenerative medicine, emphasizing practical implementations of theoretical models for microscale precision. Scientific awards are not documented in the provided information. As a faculty member, Dr. Cenev likely mentors graduate students and pursues research grants, though specific advisees or funding details are absent. Departmental laboratories and workshops support his experimental work in mechatronics, with emphasis on magnetic manipulation systems and surface characterization.

• Cellular Biophysics
• Materials Science
• Cell Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Joachim Spatz is a Full Professor of Biophysical Chemistry at Heidelberg University and Director of the Max Planck Institute for Medical Research. His academic career includes roles as Director at MPI for Metals Research (2004–2015) and Founding Director of the Institute for Molecular Systems Engineering (IMSE). He holds a PhD from Ulm University and habilitation in Physics, with postdoctoral training at the Institut Curie, Paris. His research spans cellular biophysics, materials science, and synthetic biology, focusing on mechanotransduction, cell-material interactions, and engineered biological systems. Education: 1989–1994: Dipl. Phys. (Physics), Ulm University & Colorado State University 1994–1996: PhD (summa cum laude), Ulm University 2000: Habilitation in Physics, Ulm University Research Interests: Spatz’s work integrates biophysics, materials science, and engineering to study cellular mechanics, synthetic cells, and mechanosensing. Key projects include developing synthetic cell models using microfluidics and exploring how mechanical forces regulate cell behavior in health and disease. Awards: 2017 Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize 2012 ERC Advanced Grant (with Prof. B. Geiger) 2002 Alfried Krupp Research Award Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Cellular Biophysics Department at MPI for Medical Research and collaborates with institutions like the Weizmann Institute and Jackson Laboratory. Active in interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Max Planck School Matter to Life.

Ovijit Chaudhuriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mechanobiology
• Cellular Mechanics
• Extracellular Matrix
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ovijit Chaudhuri is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in Bioengineering. He leads research at the interface of mechanics and biology, focusing on how cellular and extracellular mechanical properties influence biological processes like cancer progression and tissue formation. His work employs advanced tools such as atomic force microscopy and 3D cell culture systems. Education: Ph.D., University of California, Berkeley/San Francisco (Bioengineering, 2009) B.S., University of California, Berkeley (Engineering Physics, 2003) Postdoctoral Fellow, Harvard University (Biomaterials, 2013) Research Interests: His lab explores molecular mechanisms behind cellular mechanics, extracellular matrix dynamics, and how mechanical cues regulate cell behavior. Key areas include cancer metastasis, mechanotransduction, and engineered biomaterials for 3D cell culture. Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes viscoelastic hydrogels, matrix mechanics in cancer progression, and mechanistic insights into cell migration. Over 50 publications since 2015 highlight interdisciplinary approaches in biomaterials and mechanobiology. Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided materials. Advising & Labs: No specific advisee names listed, but his lab focuses on collaborative projects in mechano-biology. Active in developing biomaterial systems for drug discovery and tissue engineering applications. Labs/Teams: Leads the Chaudhuri Lab at Stanford, which integrates engineering principles with biological systems to address complex disease mechanisms and therapeutic strategies.

• Energy systems optimization
• Conceptual process design
• Life cycle assessment
• +۷ مورد دیگر

André Bardow is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, ETH Zürich. His research focuses on energy systems optimization, life cycle assessment, computer-aided molecular design, and CO2 capture/utilization. Professor (ETH Zürich, 2020–present) Head of Institute of Technical Thermodynamics (RWTH Aachen University, 2010–2020) Visiting Professor (University of California, Santa Barbara, 2015/16) Part-time Director (Forschungszentrum Jülich, 2017–2022) Associate Professor (TU Delft, 2007–2010) Research Interests: His work spans energy and process systems engineering, with emphasis on sustainable technologies. Key areas include: Computer-aided molecular and process design Machine learning for chemical engineering Carbon capture and utilization (CCU) Life cycle assessment (LCA) of industrial processes Thermo-economic modeling of energy systems Multiphase equilibrium analysis Publication Trends: Recent articles focus on integrating machine learning with process design, optimizing CO2 capture in steel production, and advancing electrochemical cooling technologies. Subfields include sustainable plastics, ORC working fluids, and solvent mixture design. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Royal Chemical Society Recent Innovative Contribution Award (EFCE, 2019) PSE Model-Based Innovation Prize (2018) Covestro Science Award (first recipient) Arnold-Eucken-Award (VDI-GVC) Highly Cited Researcher (Clarivate, 2024) Advising and Grants: Professor Bardow mentors students in process optimization and leads projects like Systemic expansion of territorial CIRCULAR Ecosystems for end-of-life FOAM (Grant 101036854, EC).

Alison Slinskey Leggمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• STEM Education
• Equity in Education
• Improvement Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alison Slinskey Legg, Ph.D., is a Teaching Professor and Center Director at the University of Pittsburgh, specializing in expanding access to STEM education through large-scale interventions. She founded the Broadening Equity in STEM Center, a collective impact initiative bridging academic and professional sectors, and serves as Principal Investigator for the $10 million NSF INCLUDES ALLIANCE: STEM PUSH Network. Developed national network of pre-college STEM programs using improvement science Pioneered accreditation model for out-of-school STEM programs Created cross-program research on STEM student enrollment trends Her outreach initiatives include Pitt-Kits curriculum, mobile laboratories serving 10,000+ students annually, and teacher professional development programs. She co-created the PBS pilot Science Mission 101 , winning Pennsylvania Excellence in Broadcasting Award (2010). Recent research focuses on racial equity in STEM spaces, program quality standards, and pandemic-era educational continuity. Her work spans STEM education, equity frameworks, and interdisciplinary curriculum development. Notable awards include: Pennsylvania Excellence in Broadcasting Award for Children’s Programming (2010) Dr. Legg’s lab initiatives include the STEM PUSH Network, Gene Team summer research program, and a tri-state mobile laboratory network. She advocates for evidence-based practices in pre-college STEM education through scholarly publications and practitioner collaborations.