جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Inner Ear Biology
• Hair Cell Regeneration
• Stem Cell Research
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Stefan Heller is a Professor specializing in inner ear biology and regenerative medicine. He teaches graduate and undergraduate courses across multiple departments, including Bioengineering, Neurosciences, Otolaryngology, and Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine. His research focuses on hair cell regeneration, organoid development, and molecular mechanisms of inner ear repair. 2025 Articles: Protocol for vibratome sectioning of inner ear organoids, miRNA analysis, avian sensory hair cell regeneration, epithelial compartment crosstalk in mice, and developmental atlas of vestibular organoids. 2024 Articles: Mouse models for hearing loss, single-cell transcriptomics in human inner ear, avian hair cell regeneration protocols, and cochlear damage studies. His work emphasizes comparative models (avian and murine) to understand regeneration failure in mammals versus success in birds, leveraging stem cells and molecular tools for therapeutic applications in hearing loss. His recent publications highlight advancements in organoid culture techniques, single-cell proteomics, and signaling pathways like Notch and Wnt critical for inner ear development and repair.

• Algebraic Statistics
• Applied Algebra
• Algebraic Geometry
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Aida Maraj is a mathematician holding a W2 professorship at the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI CBG) in Dresden, where she leads the Algebraic Statistics for Biology research group. She is also a Young Investigator in the Department of Mathematics at TU Dresden and maintains an affiliation with the Department of Mathematics at the University of Tirana. Her academic journey includes a PhD from the University of Kentucky (2015-2020), followed by postdoctoral positions at the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in the Sciences, University of Michigan, and Harvard University. Dr. Maraj's research focuses on applied and asymptotic algebra and geometry with applications in statistics and biology. Her work employs tools from algebraic geometry, commutative algebra, combinatorics, formal language theory, and symbolic computation to address complex biological questions. She has developed expertise in discovering algebraic and geometric properties of hierarchical models and Gaussian models, particularly in high-dimensional settings where classical statistical methods fail. Her recent publications demonstrate growing interdisciplinary impact, bridging mathematical theory with biological applications in areas like cnidarian morphogenesis, tissue remodeling, and biomechanical determinants of shape diversity. She actively organizes major academic events including the Dive into Research in Dresden program for summer 2026 and has co-organized the CIMPA summer school Mathematical Methods in Data Analysis at the University of Tirana in 2022. Among her scientific recognitions are the NSF Grant DMS2306672 as Principal Investigator and a Simons Travel Grant. She previously received the IBL Desapio fellowship during her time at the University of Michigan. Currently mentoring 5 postdocs (Soham Basu, Danai Deligeorgaki, Oskar Henriksson, Carlotta Langer, Maximilian Wiesmann) Supervising 2 PhD students (Yue Jiao, Se Eun Choi) Hosting multiple interns annually including Joan Pascual Ribes, tahda queer, and Joseph Leach Organizing the 2026 Combinatorics in Algebraic Statistics and Game Theory summer research program Dr. Maraj maintains strong connections with Albanian academic institutions and has been instrumental in creating opportunities for Albanian students through international collaborations. Her work exemplifies the growing importance of algebraic methods in modern biological research and data analysis.

Paul Mitaari Magweneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fungal Pathogenesis
• Genomics
• Bioinformatics
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Paul Mitaari Magwene is a Professor of Biology at Duke University's Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, with a secondary appointment in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology. His research focuses on fungal pathogens, genomics, and computational biology, particularly in Cryptococcus neoformans and Saccharomyces cerevisiae . He has developed innovative approaches to studying genotype-phenotype relationships and evolutionary mechanisms in microbial systems. Ph.D., The University of Chicago (1999) Magwene's research examines genomic adaptation in fungal pathogens, including transposon activity, RNA interference loss, and virulence evolution. His work bridges computational genomics with experimental approaches to understand complex traits in yeast and their implications for human health. Current NIH-funded projects include Tri-Institutional Molecular Mycology Training Program (2024-2029) and Genetic Basis of Virulence in Cryptococcus (2017-2028) Recent publications in Nature Microbiology and PNAS highlight his contributions to understanding mutation rate evolution and pathogen adaptation Scientific Awards Ford Foundation Fellowship (1998) Magwene actively contributes to academic service through NIH study section memberships, NSF reviews, and editorial roles. He teaches advanced courses in genomics and data science for biologists.

• Biomaterials
• Biomedical Engineering
• Bone Regeneration
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Caroline Öhman Mägi is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Materials Science; Applied Materials Science, Uppsala University, based at The Ångström Laboratory. Her research centers on the development and characterization of advanced biomaterials, particularly calcium phosphate cements and titanium-based alloys, for use in bone and dental implants. Her research interests lie at the intersection of materials science and biomedical engineering, with a strong focus on biomaterials for bone regeneration , mechanical properties of bone cements , degradation behavior of implants , and antibacterial material design . She investigates how material composition and microstructure influence biological response and mechanical performance, aiming to create safer and more effective medical devices. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent trend toward translational research in orthopedics and dentistry. Her work spans from fundamental material characterization (e.g., fatigue, modulus, degradation) to preclinical and clinical evaluation of implants, with a particular emphasis on cranial and spinal applications. Keywords across her work include biomaterials, bone regeneration, calcium phosphate, titanium alloys, and biomechanics. She has actively contributed to the scientific community through numerous peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as Materials & Design , ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces , and Acta Biomaterialia . Her research often involves interdisciplinary collaboration with engineers, biologists, and clinicians. Dr. Öhman Mägi advises and collaborates with a network of researchers and students, contributing to the training of the next generation of biomaterials scientists. While specific grant details are not provided in the text, her sustained publication output suggests successful funding acquisition. She is involved in multiple research projects related to bone cements, cranial implants, and additive manufacturing of medical devices. She is part of a research team at Uppsala University that develops and tests novel biomaterials, including low-modulus bone cements and composite implants, using advanced techniques such as micro-computed tomography (µCT), mechanical testing, and in vivo models.

Eric M. Kramerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Plant Signaling
• Quantitative Biology
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Eric M. Kramer is a Professor of Physics at Simon's Rock College. His research bridges biophysics and plant biology, focusing on quantitative approaches to signal transport and cellular coordination in plants. Education: B.S. in Physics from Carnegie-Mellon University (1990), Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Chicago (1996). Research Interests center on biophysical and biochemical mechanisms of signaling in plants, particularly auxin transport dynamics and root development. His work integrates computer simulations , microscopic investigations , and theoretical modeling to study stress responses and cellular communication. Publications highlight interdisciplinary trends spanning plant physiology, computational biology, and biophysics. Key themes include auxin flux regulation, root-soil interactions, and mathematical modeling of developmental processes. Contact: Office in Fisher 118; Phone: 413-528-7476; Email: ekramer@simons-rock.edu .

• Morphogenesis
• Neural Tube Closure
• Congenital Malformations
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Dr. Gabriel Galea is a Principal Research Fellow at the Department of Developmental Biology and Cancer, UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health (University College London), where he leads the Neurulation Biomechanics Lab. His work focuses on neural tube defects like spina bifida, bridging genetic/molecular mechanisms with tissue-level consequences through animal models, patient-derived tissues, human induced pluripotent stem cells, and computational simulations. Current lab members include postdocs (Michael Boylan, Nargess Khalilgharibi) and PhD students (Mona Alnakhlawi, Yash Gupta, Andrea Krstevski, Paula Richter) Holds a Wellcome Stage II Clinical Research Career Development Fellowship (2018-2024) Co-Departmental Graduate Tutor for Research degrees since 2024, overseeing 200+ PhD students Recognised by the Higher Education Academy as a Fellow (2017) Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (2015-present) Research Interests Mechanobiology of embryonic development Neural tube closure mechanics Translational approaches to congenital malformations Stem cell-based disease modeling Publication Trends : 15 most recent works span developmental biology, biomechanics, stem cell research, and computational modeling, with a focus on neural tube defects, tissue morphogenesis, and translational applications. Scientific Awards Wellcome Stage II Clinical Research Career Development Fellow HEA Fellow certification Teaching & Mentorship : Lectures on cell biology and neural development in UCL MSc/BSc courses, and co-supervises doctoral training programs. His lab directly mentors 4 PhD students.

• Physical biology
• Physics of complex systems
• Self-organization
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Andrea Antonio Gamba is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) of Politecnico di Torino. His research focuses on the statistical physics of molecular sorting in living cells, physical biology of complex systems, and self-organization phenomena. He has been a program chair at the EMBO Workshop on Physical Biology of Cancer and leads research projects in multiscale biological data analysis. Key research domains include: Statistical physics of cellular processes Physics of complex systems Biophysics Notable scientific recognitions: National Scientific Qualification - Second Band (2013) National Scientific Qualification - First Band (2013) He supervises PhD candidates in Physics and teaches advanced courses in complex systems and biological inference. His work spans interdisciplinary applications with particular attention to health-related SDG goals.

Giles Oldroydمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant nutrient capture
• Symbiosis
• Nitrogen-fixation
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Professor Giles Oldroyd is the Russell R Geiger Professor of Crop Sciences and Director of the Crop Science Centre at the University of Cambridge. He is affiliated with the School of Biological Sciences and Department of Plant Sciences, focusing on plant-microbe symbiosis for sustainable agriculture. His research spans biological nitrogen fixation, mycorrhizal associations, and synthetic biology applications. Research Interests: Plant nutrient acquisition via symbiotic associations Calcium signaling in symbiosis Genetic engineering of crop microbiomes Evolutionary biology of root nodule symbioses Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Royal Society Foreign member, National Academy of Sciences, USA Clarivate top 1% cited scientist (2013-present) Society of Experimental Biology President’s Medal (2006) Royal Society Wolfson Research Merit Award (2002) EMBO Young Investigator Award (2005) Grants & Collaborations: Funded by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (since 2012) Collaborates with Sainsbury Laboratory Cambridge University Part of Cambridge’s plant science cluster including Botanic Garden and Global Food Security Centre Labs & Teams: Leads the Sustainable Crop Nutrition research group at Crop Science Centre, utilizing advanced imaging and genetic tools like AMScorer/AMReader software for mycorrhizal studies.

Kathy Niakanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Biology
• Stem Cells
• Embryology
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Kathy Niakan is the Mary Marshall and Arthur Walton Professor of the Physiology of Reproduction at the University of Cambridge, Director of the Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research, and Co-Chair of the Cambridge Reproduction Strategic Research Initiative. She holds affiliate positions at the Babraham Institute and Cambridge Stem Cell Institute. Her educational background includes a B.Sc. in Cell and Molecular Biology and a B.A. in English Literature from the University of Washington, a Ph.D. from UCLA, and postdoctoral training at Harvard University. Research Focus Niakan's laboratory investigates molecular mechanisms governing early human development, particularly cell fate decisions in embryos and stem cells. Key areas include: establishment/maintenance of pluripotent epiblast cells, signaling pathways (Hippo, NODAL), transcription factor networks, and comparative embryology across mammals. Her work integrates CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, single-cell genomics, and stem cell modeling to address infertility, developmental disorders, and regenerative medicine applications. Publication Trends Recent articles demonstrate a strong focus on: 1) CRISPR-based functional genomics in human embryos, 2) Evolutionary conservation of lineage specification mechanisms, 3) Development of stem cell models for extra-embryonic tissues, and 4) Ethical frameworks for human embryology research. Computational approaches (multi-omics, bioimage analysis) are increasingly prominent alongside wet-lab techniques. Awards and Recognition EMBO Membership (2024) Genetics Society Mary Lyon Medal (2024) Blavatnik Award UK Finalist in Life Sciences (2019) Academic Leadership Niakan currently advises PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. She has pioneered ethical guidelines for human embryo research through participation in ISSCR, Nuffield Council on Bioethics, and UK policy committees. Her lab hosts international training programs in placental biology and maintains active public engagement via science festivals, museums, and media outreach. Laboratory and Collaborations The Niakan Lab employs interdisciplinary approaches combining developmental biology, genomics, and bioengineering. Current projects include developing in vitro models of human yolk sac development and investigating trophoblast differentiation. The team collaborates globally with clinical IVF centers and maintains strong ties with the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute and Centre for Trophoblast Research.

Henrik Jönssonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Biology
• Plant Development
• Morphodynamics
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Professor Henrik Jönsson serves as Director of the Sainsbury Laboratory and Professor of Computational Morphodynamics at the University of Cambridge, where he bridges theoretical physics, computational modeling, and plant biology within the School of the Biological Sciences and Department of Plant Sciences. His leadership position places him at the forefront of interdisciplinary plant science research. Henrik received his Masters (1997) and PhD (2002) in Theoretical Physics from Lund University, working in the Complex Systems group under Bo Söderberg. He conducted post-doctoral research at Caltech's Division of Biology in the Barbara Wold Laboratory with Eric Mjolsness. He became Assistant Professor at Lund University's Computational Biology and Biological Physics group in 2008, joined the Sainsbury Laboratory Cambridge University (SLCU) as a group leader in 2011, was appointed Professor of Computational Morphodynamics and Associate Director in 2014, and assumed the Director role in 2020. Professor Jönsson's research centers on developing Computational Morphodynamics models at the cellular level to describe multicellular plant tissues, particularly the shoot apical meristem. His work integrates computational modeling with experimental biology to understand how gene regulatory networks, hormone transport and signaling, cell growth and division, and mechanical properties interact during morphogenesis. His laboratory emphasizes iterative evaluation of models against new experimental data, primarily from live microscopy. His publications reveal consistent focus on plant morphogenesis mechanisms, with recent work exploring mechanical growth models of flower development, root hair growth phases, and the integration of single-nucleus transcriptomics with spatial modeling. His research demonstrates how computational approaches can unravel complex interactions between molecular signaling and physical forces in plant development. Professor Jönsson serves on the Editorial Advisory Board of in silico Plants and as an academic editor for PLoS ONE and the Journal of Theoretical Biology , contributing significantly to the advancement of computational approaches in plant sciences.

Pietro Cicutaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Physics
• Soft Condensed Matter
• Statistical Physics
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Professor Pietro Cicuta is a leading academic in Biological Physics at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Department of Physics. He serves as head of the Biological and Soft Systems sector at the Cavendish Laboratory, where his research bridges physics and biology to address complex clinical and biological questions. His work spans Statistical Physics and Soft Condensed Matter , with a focus on biophysical systems including malaria parasite invasion, cilia dynamics, and synthetic membrane engineering. He employs advanced experimental tools like optical tweezers, microrheology, and confocal microscopy. Malaria pathogenesis under physiological flow conditions Mechanics of ciliary motion in airway epithelia Design of DNA-based synthetic membranes Antibiotic effects on bacterial growth heterogeneity Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding clathrin-mediated endocytosis and polymicrobial community organization in alveoli-like environments. Scientific recognition includes the Esther Hoffman Beller Lectureship (2022) . His group also drives innovation in open-source laboratory hardware, exemplified by projects like the OpenFlexure Microscope and LabThings Retro for smart equipment integration. Collaborative efforts explore applications in respiratory diseases, microbial systems, and synthetic biology.

Daniel Spadeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Toxicology
• Reproductive Biology
• Developmental Biology
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Daniel Spade is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Brown University. He holds a PhD in Veterinary Medical Sciences with a Toxicology concentration from the University of Florida (2011) and completed postdoctoral training at Brown University (2011-2018). Current appointments: Assistant Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Affiliated programs: Biotechnology Graduate Program, Pathobiology Graduate Program, Therapeutic Sciences Graduate Program Affiliated centers: Institute at Brown for Environment and Society, Center for Children's Environmental Health Dr. Spade's research explores male reproductive toxicity , focusing on two primary projects: (1) the impacts of environmental chemicals and phthalates on fetal testis development , and (2) the role of sperm RNA as biomarkers of fertility and reproductive toxicity . His work integrates developmental biology , toxicogenomics , and automated cellular analysis to address environmental health risks. Key publication trends include studies on phthalate exposure (2015-2025), retinoic acid interactions (2018-2022), sperm transcriptomics (2017-2025), and testicular development models (2013-2025). His work spans environmental toxicology , reproductive biology , and computational pathology applications. Scientific awards include the Edward W. Carney Trainee Award (2018), Best Reproductive/Developmental Toxicology Paper in Toxicological Sciences (2014), and a T32 Training Grant (2012-2015). He teaches Toxicology (BIOL 1865/2865) and collaborates extensively with Kim Boekelheide’s lab.

Etienne Vougaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physical simulation
• Geometry processing
• Discrete differential geometry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Etienne Vouga is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and the Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences (ICES) at the University of Texas at Austin. His interdisciplinary research spans physical simulation, geometry processing, and computer graphics, with applications ranging from special effects in films like The Hobbit and Tangled to Artec's Shapify 3D portrait service. Education: PhD from Columbia Computer Graphics Group Postdoctoral research at Harvard SEAS Professor Vouga's research focuses on physical simulation of thin, elastic materials like cloth, hair, and paper, as they deform and collide. He has made significant contributions to discrete differential geometry, developing algorithms that better understand how geometric properties affect physical behavior of deformable objects. His work bridges computer graphics, computational mechanics, and scientific computing, with applications in special effects, 3D printing, architectural design, and biological modeling. He has pioneered approaches in inverse problems where desired outcomes drive the design process rather than simply simulating physical phenomena. Award Highlights: Best Paper Award at GECCO (2017) for Evolutionary Decomposition for 3D Printing Professor Vouga teaches Computer Graphics: Honors (CS 378H/CS 384G) and Physical Simulation (CS 395T) graduate courses every spring semester. He also serves as head coach of UT's competitive programming teams. His research group has developed several important software tools including Discrete Shell Code for shell simulation and Asynchronous Contact Mechanics Code for robust collision handling. While he is not actively expanding his research group significantly, he remains open to working with exceptional graduate students whose research interests align closely with his work in physical simulation and geometry processing.

Rudolf Jaenischمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epigenetics
• Stem Cell Biology
• Genetic Diseases
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Rudolf Jaenisch is a Founding Member of the Whitehead Institute and Professor of Biology at MIT. His research focuses on the genetic and epigenetic basis of diseases like Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, autism, cancer, and SARS-CoV-2 infection. Education: MD, University of Munich (1967) Affiliations: Whitehead Institute, MIT Biology Department Research Interests include: Epigenetic regulation of gene expression iPSC-based disease modeling Epigenome editing for therapeutic applications Neurodegenerative disorders (Rett/Fragile X syndromes) Neural crest cell biology in cancer Recent publications highlight epigenetic mechanisms in brain diseases, SARS-CoV-2 integration into host genomes, and CRISPR-based epigenetic tools . His lab develops human-mouse chimeras for authentic disease modeling. Scientific Honors: National Medal of Science (2010) Wolf Prize in Medicine (2011) March of Dimes Prize (2015) ISTT Prize (2024) Jaenisch has mentored numerous trainees (e.g., Kristin Andrykovich, Anthony Flamier) and pioneered transgenic animal models since the 1970s. His work spans developmental biology , regenerative medicine , and viral pathogenesis .

• Developmental Biology
• Regeneration
• Stem Cell Biology
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María Almuedo Castillo is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Andalusian Center for Developmental Biology (CABD), affiliated with Pablo de Olavide University. Her work bridges molecular developmental biology and regenerative mechanisms, utilizing zebrafish and planarian models to dissect fundamental processes in embryogenesis and tissue repair. Her educational background includes a PhD from the University of Barcelona (2014), where she investigated Induction of regeneration and acquisition of body planarity in planarians under Dr. Emili Saló Boix and Dr. Teresa Adell Creixell, focusing on non-canonical JNK and WNT pathways. Castillo's research explores signaling pathway crosstalk (Yap, Wnt, Nodal) in embryonic axis formation, retinal development, and metabolic regulation. Key themes include mechanotransduction in cell migration , robustness of gene networks , and phenotypic heterogeneity in metabolic disorders , with recent work advancing single-cell multiomics in zebrafish spermatogenesis. Her publications reveal a trajectory from planarian regeneration to sophisticated zebrafish-based systems biology. Analysis of her 15 most recent articles (2020-2025) shows dominant focus on zebrafish developmental models (87%), particularly axis assembly (33%), retinal specification (20%), and signaling integration (27%). Emerging interests include multiomics approaches (2025) and critical analysis of gender dynamics in science ( Si quieres triunfar en ciencia... , 2020). She contributes to the PhD Program in Developmental Biology at CABD, a joint research center of Pablo de Olavide University, CSIC, and the University of Seville. Her collaborative network spans European developmental biology consortia, with primary affiliation to CABD's Morphogenesis and Cell Signaling Group investigating conserved mechanisms of tissue patterning.