جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Charity Edwardsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Planetary Urbanisation
• Climate Change
• Oceanography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Charity Edwards is a Lecturer in the Department of Architecture at Monash University, specializing in interdisciplinary urban research, architecture, and planetary-scale environmental studies. Her work bridges architecture, astrophysics, and speculative fiction to explore urbanization's multispecies impacts, particularly in remote environments like the Southern Ocean and outer space. Education: Master of Architecture (RMIT), Master of Environment (University of Melbourne) Professional: 15+ years architectural practice, registered architect Research focuses on oceanic urbanization, Antarctic geo-imaginaries, and climate change. She co-founded The Afterlives of Cities collective and contributed to the UN IPCC's 2019 Special Report on oceans and cryosphere. Recent projects include the Warracknabeal Creative Circuit (regional Victoria) and collaborations like 'Future Fossil' at the 2025 Lorne Sculpture Biennale. Teaching emphasizes cross-cultural design pedagogy, winning the 2016 Early Career Teaching Award. Awards: Beazley Design of the Year shortlist (2019), Australian Interior Design Awards (2015) Grants include leadership in projects like Decarbonising Buildings in Asia (2023-2024) and Single Point Incremental Forming of Structural Panels (2022). Active in public discourse through media engagements, curation (AIA Victorian Architecture Awards), and Wikipedia design campaigns. Labs/Teams: Monash Urban Lab, Warracknabeal Creative Circuit initiative.

Holly Andersenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Philosophy of Science
• Metaphysics of Causation
• Causal Explanation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Holly Andersen is a Professor of Philosophy at Simon Fraser University (SFU), specializing in philosophy of science, metaphysics, and epistemology. Her research focuses on causation (including causal and mathematical explanations), temporal experience, mental causation, and the pragmatist integration of historical and contemporary philosophical perspectives. She also contributes to debates on agency, environmental ethics, and scientific methodology. Education: BSc in Physics and Philosophy, Montana State University MSc in Philosophy of Science, London School of Economics PhD in Philosophy of Science, University of Pittsburgh (2009) Research Interests: Andersen explores foundational questions in causation, temporal experience, and the interplay between science and philosophy. She critiques traditional causal frameworks, advocates for pragmatic methodologies, and examines how causal concepts shape scientific practice. Her work bridges metaphysical analysis with applied ethics (e.g., off-Earth colonization) and historical philosophy. Recent Trends in Articles: Her recent work emphasizes metaphysical foundations of causal modeling, temporal ontology, and interdisciplinary challenges in science. She critiques reductionist approaches to causation while advocating for context-sensitive explanatory frameworks. Teaching & Engagement: Teaches advanced seminars in philosophy of science (PHIL 467W, PHIL 804). Engages in public discourse via radio (e.g., ethics of radio-controlled insects) and collaborates on projects like the Pragmatist Challenge series.

Jake Mowrerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Soil Nutrient Management
• Water Resource Management
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jake Mowrer is an Extension Associate Professor specializing in Soil Nutrient and Water Resource Management at Texas A&M University's Department of Soil and Crop Sciences. His research investigates soil fertility, water-use efficiency, and greenhouse gas mitigation in agricultural systems, with emphasis on biochar, cover crops, and sustainable tillage practices. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on soil health optimization, climate-smart agriculture, and resource efficiency. Key themes include: greenhouse gas emission dynamics under various soil amendments, phosphorus management in irrigated systems, water conservation techniques, and remediation strategies for contaminated soils. Field studies and controlled incubations form the primary methodological approaches. Student Advisees: Hazal Camci Arik Annalee Epps Divya Ghanghas Leila Joharzadeh Michael Kuitu Parker Murphree Madhurya Poondla Reshma Ramachandran Galen Roberts He leads extension initiatives including the Soil Survey and Land Resource Workshop and hosts the educational podcast 'Song of the Soil'. No scientific awards are mentioned.

Julie S. Fieldمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Archaeology
• Environmental Anthropology
• Pacific Island Prehistory
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Julie S. Field is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Ohio State University's College of Arts and Sciences. Her research examines human-environment interactions in Pacific Island societies, focusing on agricultural transitions, landscape transformations, and the emergence of social complexity in prehistoric Oceania. Field employs archaeological methods including isotopic analysis, GIS modeling, and zooarchaeology. Field's research interests include: Human-environmental dynamics in island ecosystems Development of agricultural systems in Polynesia Prehistoric conflict and cooperation patterns Anthropogenic impacts on island landscapes Subsistence transitions in Lapita and post-Lapita contexts Her geographic focus spans Fiji, Hawaii, Kauai, and other Pacific regions. Publications demonstrate methodological diversity: Geoarchaeological sourcing of volcanic materials Paleoclimate modeling of human migrations Zooarchaeological analysis of subsistence patterns GIS-based landscape archaeology Field co-authored the textbook 'World Prehistory and the Anthropocene' and directs field projects in Fiji and Hawaii. She advises graduate students including Craig H. Shapiro.

• Climate Change
• Human Mobility
• Biogeochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kelly Knudson is the Associate Dean of Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) and a Professor in the School of Human Evolution and Social Change. She directs the Center for Bioarchaeological Research and specializes in biogeochemistry, focusing on human responses to climate change and mobility patterns in prehistoric societies. Her research is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institute of Justice (NIJ), yielding over 110 peer-reviewed publications and two textbooks. Educations: Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Grants: Includes NSF-funded projects on migration, community interaction, and bioarchaeological studies. Courses: Teaches courses like 'Understanding Archaeology' and 'Death & Dying Cross-Cultural Perspectives.' Labs: Leads the Archaeological Chemistry Laboratory and the Center for Bioarchaeological Research. Her work integrates stable isotope and strontium analyses to trace human and animal mobility, with a focus on Andean and pre-Columbian contexts. Key projects include studies on Tiwanaku collapse, Wari Empire social dynamics, and Neandertal ranging behaviors in France. Future research emphasizes climate change impacts on ancient societies, leveraging interdisciplinary methods to explore resilience and adaptation.

Anne Ellerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Latin America and the Caribbean
• Emancipation
• Haitian and Dominican Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anne Eller is an Associate Professor of Latin American and Caribbean History at Yale University, specializing in the intersection of emancipation, anticolonial movements, and Caribbean sovereignty. She holds a PhD in History from NYU, where her dissertation on Dominican independence earned the Dean’s Prize. Her research explores the interconnected histories of Haiti and the Dominican Republic, emphasizing popular resistance and transnational solidarity. Key works include We Dream Together (2016), which reinterprets Dominican independence within a broader Caribbean context, and a 2022 collaborative study on Haitian archival preservation. Her work has been supported by the Fulbright-Hays Program and multiple fellowships. Eller teaches courses on Caribbean political thought, Atlantic history, and the African Diaspora. Her articles analyze themes like post-emancipation agency, gendered protest, and the legacies of colonial historiography. Awards include the Samuel and Ronnie Heyman Prize for scholarly excellence and recognition from the Haitian Studies Association. Awards: Isis Duarte Book Prize (2017), Avant Garde Book Prize (2017), Andrés Ramos Mattei—Neville Hall Article Prize (2018) Grants: British Library Endangered Archives Programme, U.S. Fulbright-Hays Scholarship Labs/Teams: Collaborations with the Bibliothèque Haïtienne des Frères de l’Instruction Chrétienne on digital preservation projects

Min Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bioinformatics
• Pharmacogenomics
• Computational Toxicology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Min Zhang is an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Pharmacy. She holds a PhD in bioinformatics from Harbin Medical University and has conducted postdoctoral research at the FDA’s National Center for Toxicological Research and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Her research focuses on bioinformatics, pharmacogenomics, and computational toxicology, with an emphasis on developing computational tools for precision medicine and predicting adverse drug reactions. She is affiliated with the Center for Pharmacogenetics and has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals. Her work integrates multi-omics data to advance cancer therapies and drug safety. Education & Training: PhD in Bioinformatics, Harbin Medical University ORISE Fellow, FDA’s National Center for Toxicological Research Postdoctoral Training, MD Anderson Cancer Center Research Interests: Dr. Zhang’s research bridges computational biology and translational medicine. She develops algorithms to analyze genomic and transcriptomic data, with applications in: Cancer immunotherapy response prediction Drug-induced toxicity screening Non-coding RNA roles in cancer progression Multi-omics integration for personalized treatment strategies Grants & Advising: While specific grants are not listed, her publications indicate sustained research activity. She is currently accepting graduate students for training in pharmacogenomics and systems pharmacology. Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Center for Pharmacogenetics , collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to translate genomic insights into clinical practice.

Hilary Browneمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Gut Microbiota Ecology
• Anaerobic Microbiology
• Bacterial Spore Formation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hilary Browne is a Research Fellow at the School of Microbiology and APC Microbiome Ireland at University College Cork (UCC). He holds a PhD from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, with prior roles at the Wellcome Sanger Institute including Staff Scientist and Senior Staff Scientist. His research focuses on gut microbiota adaptations, particularly the role of bacterial spore formation in transmission and colonization. He leads a team using anaerobic microbiology, genomics, and metagenomics to study spore-forming bacteria's metabolic properties and genetic architecture. Dr. Browne's academic journey includes a BSc in Agricultural Science (UCD) and MSc in Biotechnology (UCC). He was awarded the Garnham Award for doctoral research in basic laboratory science. In 2023, he secured an ERC Starter Grant to establish his independent research group, advancing translational microbiome research. His research explores mechanisms enabling gut bacteria to survive host transitions, with implications for probiotic development and therapeutic delivery. Key areas include spore-mediated survival strategies, microbiome assembly in infants, and antibiotic resistance dynamics in human microbiota. Dr. Browne contributes to global health initiatives through collaborations like the CHAIN network, focusing on child mortality in sub-Saharan Africa using multi-omics approaches. His work bridges fundamental microbiology with clinical applications, emphasizing the microbiome's role in health and disease.

Niall Hylandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gut-Brain Axis
• Microbiome Research
• Gastrointestinal Physiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof Niall Hyland is a Professor in the Department of Physiology at University College Cork (UCC) and a Funded Investigator at APC Microbiome Ireland. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Ulster and a PhD in Pharmacology from King’s College London. After postdoctoral fellowships at Louisiana State University and the University of Calgary, he joined UCC in 2008 as a Lecturer and was promoted to Professor in 2025. Research Interests: His work focuses on the gut microbiota's role in gastrointestinal physiology, the gut-brain axis, probiotics, colon cancer, and drug-microbiome interactions. Techniques include Ussing chamber analysis, in vivo disease models, and collaborations on implantable bioelectronics for enteric neural monitoring. Grants & Collaborations: He has secured over €3.3M in funding from agencies like Science Foundation Ireland and Horizon 2020. Collaborators include the University of Cambridge, Alimentary Health Ltd., and industry partners like GlaxoSmithKline. Awards & Roles: Honorary Fellowship (British Pharmacological Society, 2022). Leadership roles include Chair of the Probiota Global Event Scientific Committee and Co-Chair of the BPS Systems and Integrative Pharmacology Group. Labs & Teams: Leads a lab at APC Microbiome Ireland, focusing on microbiome interventions and host physiology. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on projects like the RELATE EU initiative and drug-gut microbiota interaction studies.

Wai-Leng Leeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Extracellular Vesicles (EVs)
• Cancer Drug Resistance
• Diagnostic Markers
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wai-Leng Lee is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Science, Monash University Malaysia, specializing in cancer biology and extracellular vesicles (EVs). She conducts research on EVs as chemoresistance markers and non-invasive diagnostic tools, particularly for prostate and oral cancers. Her work integrates proteomics, spectroscopy, and AI technologies to advance cancer management. Dr. Lee teaches courses in biology, medical cell biology, and molecular biotechnology. She has secured multiple grants, including projects on EV metabolomics and firefly ecology. Her collaboration led to a silver medal-winning non-invasive urine test for prostate cancer. She actively reviews for journals like Cells and Cancers, and serves on the Monash School of Science Imaging Facility committee. Education: PhD in Molecular and Biological Agricultural Sciences, Academia Sinica, Taiwan (2011) MSc in Biology, Universiti Sains Malaysia (2004) BSc (Hons) in Botany & Biology, Universiti Sains Malaysia (2000) Research Focus: Dr. Lee’s research explores EVs’ roles in cancer progression, drug resistance, and diagnostic applications. Key areas include: EV-based biomarkers for early cancer detection EV protein profiles in chemoresistant cancers (e.g., oral squamous cell carcinoma) KRAS-regulated EV biogenesis in colon cancer FTIR spectroscopy for EV analysis AI-driven diagnostic strategies Recent studies include developing an economic EV capture method and AI-integrated FTIR models for prostate cancer screening. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator for projects on EV metabolomics in hepatocellular carcinoma (2024–2027) Development of aptamer-based biochips for exosome detection (2023–2025) Volatevs: EV studies in drug resistance (2022–2026) Awards & Recognition: Silver Medal, Invention and Design Competition, ITEX’20 (2020) Teaching & Service: Teaches core courses in biology, medical cell signaling, and biotechnology. Oversees the Confocal Microscope Facility, supporting HDR student training and external collaborations. Collaborations: Works with Monash Australia, University of Malaya oncologists, and industry partners on EV diagnostics and drug resistance mechanisms.

• Ancient History
• Archaeology
• Greek Epigraphy
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Askold Ivantchik is a distinguished academic in ancient history and archaeology, holding key positions across major institutions. He is a Senior Research Fellow at CNRS, Director of the Centre for Comparative Studies of Ancient Civilizations at the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Professor of Ancient History at Moscow State University. His interdisciplinary work bridges archaeology, epigraphy, and classical literature. His research focuses on the ancient Black Sea region, Eurasian steppes, and Western Anatolia, with special emphasis on Greek colonization, Scythian and Cimmerian cultures, and the interplay between Greek and Iranian worlds. He has made significant contributions through extensive publications in multiple languages and editorial leadership of prominent journals such as Ancient Civilizations from Scythia to Siberia and Vestnik drevnei istorii . The analysis of his scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on reconstructing historical narratives using epigraphic, archaeological, and literary sources. His works explore the convergence of oral traditions and written records, especially in early Greek perceptions of the northern frontiers of the classical world. This interdisciplinary trend underscores a deep engagement with both material culture and textual analysis. Corresponding Member, Russian Academy of Sciences (2003) Corresponding Member, German Archaeological Institute (2002) Corresponding Member, Istituto Italiano per l’Africa e l’Oriente (2004) Askold Ivantchik has supervised numerous scholars and research projects in the field of ancient Eurasian studies, though specific names of students are not listed. He has led major research initiatives, likely supported by grants from CNRS and the Russian Academy of Sciences, particularly in the comparative study of ancient civilizations and cross-cultural interactions in the ancient world. He leads the Centre for Comparative Studies of Ancient Civilizations at the Russian Academy of Sciences, which functions as a hub for interdisciplinary research on pre-modern societies across Eurasia. The center fosters collaboration between historians, archaeologists, philologists, and epigraphists, promoting integrative methodologies in the study of ancient cultural dynamics.

Jotham Suezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbiome
• Microbial ecology
• Precision medicine
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Jotham Suez, PhD, MSc, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. His research focuses on the human microbiome and its role in health and disease, particularly in metabolic and inflammatory conditions. PhD, Weizmann Institute of Science (2019) MSc, Tel Aviv University (2012) BSc, Tel Aviv University (2009) Dr. Suez investigates the complex interactions between the gut microbiome, environmental factors (such as diet and antibiotics), and the human host. His work spans microbial ecology, metabolism, and precision medicine, aiming to understand how microbes influence metabolic syndrome, diabetes, obesity, and inflammatory bowel diseases. He employs multi-omics analysis, clinical trials, and in vivo models to uncover mechanisms of host-microbiome-environment crosstalk. His recent publications highlight critical issues in microbiome-based therapies, including the impact of artificial sweeteners on glucose metabolism, the efficacy and risks of probiotics and fecal microbiome transplantation, and the dynamics of the gut resistome. His research has been published in top journals such as Cell , Nature , and Nature Medicine , and has significantly influenced public and clinical understanding of microbiome science. Scientific Awards: NIH Director's Early Independence Award (2020) Highly Cited Researchers list (2022, 2023) Featured in Nature Medicine 's 'trailblazing early-career researchers' (2022) Dr. Suez leads the Suez Lab, where he mentors students and postdoctoral fellows in cutting-edge microbiome research. His lab has received recognition for innovation and collaboration, and he is actively involved in translating microbiome science into clinical practice. He frequently engages with the media to discuss the implications of microbiome research for public health. The Suez Lab is a dynamic research group focused on systems microbiology, combining experimental and computational approaches to develop safe and effective microbiome-targeted therapies for precision medicine.

Mitchell F. Balishمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiology
• Bacterial Cell Biology
• Cytoskeleton
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mitchell F. Balish is a Professor and Assistant Chair in the Department of Microbiology at Miami University, affiliated with the Cell, Molecular and Structural Biology Graduate Program. His research focuses on the molecular and structural biology of mycoplasmas, particularly their cytoskeletal organization, attachment organelles, and mechanisms of virulence. Dr. Balish earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Emory University in 1998. His research seeks to understand the complex cellular organization of mycoplasmas—bacteria lacking cell walls with minimal genomes—especially how their unique cytoskeletons contribute to pathogenesis. He investigates species such as Mycoplasma pneumoniae , M. penetrans , and M. iowae , which are linked to respiratory, urogenital, and poultry diseases. His laboratory employs advanced techniques including molecular biology, protein biochemistry, genomics, time-lapse imaging, and fluorescence and electron microscopy. Research themes span bacterial cytoskeletons, gliding motility, biofilm formation, cytadherence, and antibiotic resistance. Recent publications highlight biofilm persistence, attachment organelle structure, and oxidative stress defense mechanisms. Dr. Balish has mentored numerous graduate and undergraduate students, many of whom are co-authors on his publications. He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. His lab continues to explore fundamental questions in bacterial cell biology with implications for developing narrow-spectrum antimicrobial agents.

Josh Owensمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cancer Immunology
• Microbiome Research
• Fat Metabolism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Josh Owens is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Lipscomb University, focusing on fat metabolism's role in cancer exacerbation and discovering novel therapeutic molecules. He leads a lab funded by the Christian Scholars’ Foundation’s Junior Faculty Grant (2022). His research integrates microbiome studies, immunology, and metabolic pathways. Key projects include identifying the obesogenic microbial metabolite delta-valerobetaine and exploring probiotics like Lactococcus lactis for health benefits. Educational Background: B.S. in Molecular Biology, Lipscomb University (2016) PhD in Immunology and Molecular Pathogenesis, Emory University (2021) Research Interests: Cancer immunology and metabolic pathways Microbiome-driven modulation of host immunity/metabolism Probiotics as therapeutic agents for obesity and cancer Epithelial repair mechanisms in gastrointestinal disorders Maternal dietary influences on offspring health Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes microbiome interactions (probiotics’ antitumor effects, TLR2 signaling pathways), metabolic consequences of diets (butyrate supplementation, western-style diet impacts), and SARS-CoV-2 antibody profiling. Themes include translational applications and mechanistic insights into disease pathogenesis. Awards: Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA F31 Award (2021) Grants & Advising: Led Christian Scholars’ Foundation grant (2022) Focuses on student mentorship for graduate/professional schools Labs/Teams: Active in Lipscomb’s Biology department, collaborating on projects linking microbiome research to clinical outcomes in metabolic and gastrointestinal diseases.

• Host-pathogen dynamics
• Innate immune response
• Microbial infections
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mohamed El Mohtadi is a Senior Lecturer in Microbiology at Edge Hill University (since 2020). He holds a PhD in Life Sciences from Manchester Metropolitan University (2019) and completed a PGCE in Higher Education Teaching. His research focuses on host-pathogen interactions and developing strategies to enhance innate immune responses against bacterial infections, particularly involving sex-steroid hormones and wound biofilms. Education: PhD in Life Sciences (Manchester Metropolitan University, 2019); Postdoctoral Fellowships at Manchester Metropolitan University (2019-2020). Current roles include Programme Leader for BSc Biology, Biomedical Science, and Biotechnology programmes. Research interests include: Age-related immune dysfunction and wound healing Role of estrogen in microbial pathogenesis Poloxamer surfactants in biofilm disruption Macrophage/neutrophil phagocytic mechanisms Teaching modules include Immunology, Medical Microbiology, and Research Methods. He has secured BBSRC FTMA Fellowship funding (2020) collaborating with 5D Health Protection Group. Current research involves investigating antimicrobial strategies using biomaterial coatings and sex hormone influences on immune cells. Collaborations include work with Manchester Metropolitan University and 5D Health Protection Group. He is accepting PhD students focusing on host-pathogen dynamics and innate immunity stimulation strategies.