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Geraldine Zimmer-Benschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroepigenetics
• DNA Methylation
• Histone Modifications
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Geraldine Zimmer-Bensch is a Professor at RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Natural Sciences. Her research focuses on neuroepigenetics, particularly DNA methylation, histone modifications, and long non-coding RNAs in cortical development, neuronal function, aging, and neurodegenerative diseases. She leads a dynamic laboratory team and contributes to academic leadership as Prodekanin (Vice Dean) of her faculty. Primary affiliation: RWTH Aachen University, Germany Role: Academic leadership (Prodekanin) and research leadership Research themes: Epigenetic mechanisms in brain development and disease Her epigenetic research spans: Mechanistic studies of DNMT1 in cortical interneuron migration and survival Role of lncRNAs in glioma pathogenesis and brain evolution Epigenetic responses to trauma in psychiatric disorders Post-translational protein modifications in neurodegeneration 3D cell migration analysis using microfluidic systems Computational approaches to protein interaction hotspots Recent publications highlight her work on DNA methylation dynamics, ephrin signaling, and epigenetic contributions to neurodevelopmental and degenerative conditions. Her team develops advanced stem cell-derived models for studying retinal function and glioblastoma behavior.

• Biomineralization
• Dental Enamel Development
• Protein-Mediated Mineralization
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Janet Oldak is a Professor at the University of Southern California (USC) and a leading expert in dental biomineralization. Her research focuses on protein-mediated enamel mineralization, particularly the roles of amelogenin and ameloblastin in enamel and dentin formation. Recent work highlights her development of amelogenin peptide-chitosan hydrogels for biomimetic enamel and dentin repair. These materials demonstrate triple functionality in clinical applications, including treating white spot lesions and non-carious cervical lesions. Her studies on ameloblastin’s multitargeting domain and its interactions with amelogenin and cell membranes provide critical insights into enamel development. Her publications emphasize the cooperative effects of enamel matrix proteins, hydrogel-based remineralization strategies, and the use of 3D cell culture models to study ameloblast polarization and matrix assembly. Despite her prolific contributions, no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided text.

• Environmental Toxicology
• Animal Developmental Biology
• Chemical Mixtures Exposure
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Dr. Chris Elcombe is an Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University, affiliated with the School of Engineering & Physical Sciences and the Institute of Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering. He has been accepting PhD students since 2021 and focuses on environmental chemical mixtures' impacts on animal development, particularly in sheep. His research addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental sustainability and health. Research Interests: Chemical mixture toxicity in mammals Developmental endocrinology Gene expression regulation in reproductive systems Offspring growth dynamics Recent Work Trends: Elcombe's publications (2021-2025) emphasize in vivo studies of environmental chemical mixtures' effects on sheep physiology, including disruptions to energy metabolism, gene expression, and reproductive systems. His work bridges environmental toxicology with developmental biology, often using sheep as a model organism. Awards: No scientific awards explicitly mentioned. Advising & Grants: No grants listed, but actively supervises PhD students. Collaborates internationally on environmental health projects. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Institute of Biological Chemistry, Biophysics and Bioengineering, focusing on interdisciplinary environmental health research.

Stephen Wardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Inflammatory Cell Biology
• PI3K Signaling Pathways
• Immune System Regulation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen Ward is a Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Bath, leading research on inflammatory mechanisms and immune system signaling. He holds roles in the Centre for Therapeutic Innovation and Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies (CBio). His work focuses on phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) signaling pathways in immune cells, with translational applications in autoimmune diseases and fibrosis. Ward has authored over 98 publications and secured funding from major bodies like the MRC and Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council. Education: Doctor of Science (DSc) in Signal transduction mechanisms in leukocyte activation, University of Bath (2022) PhD in Pharmacology, University of London (1988) BSc in Pharmacology, King's College London (1985) Research interests include: PI3K-driven inflammation, therapeutic target discovery for rheumatoid arthritis, sepsis, and fibrosis; spatio-temporal lipid signaling in T-cells; and immune checkpoint regulators in cancer. Ward's lab collaborates with clinicians at the Royal United Hospital, Bath, to bridge basic science and clinical practice. Notable achievements: Editor roles in Frontiers in Pharmacology and Cancers ; recipient of the 2024 Honorary Fellowship from the British Pharmacology Society. He supervises doctoral students and leads projects on advanced imaging technologies and drug development.

Justin Adamsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Neogene and Quarternary mammal palaeontology and evolution
• Australian marsupial anatomy and evolution
• South African faunal palaeoecology and taphonomy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Justin W. Adams, PhD is a Senior Lecturer in the Centre for Human Anatomy Education within the Department of Anatomy and Developmental Biology at Monash University . He has been actively involved in fieldwork and faunal analysis in the Cradle of Humankind UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2003, focusing on Pliocene and early Pleistocene South African mammalian faunas and palaeocave taphonomy. His research integrates comparative methods and advanced 3D imaging to study living and fossil mammal anatomy, with an increasing emphasis on Australian marsupial adaptation and evolution. He collaborates with institutions like the University of Johannesburg as a Research Associate and contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through his work. Research trends from his recent articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches spanning Biomedical Engineering (medical device prototyping), Paleontology (saber-tooth evolution, marsupial fossils), and Imaging Studies (3D scanning, synchrotron microscopy). Key subfields include Biomechanical modeling Dental life history analysis Marsupial adaptation Paleoecology Comparative anatomy Medical education technology Scientific awards include ePoster Prize Winner (2015) Monash BDI Awards for Outstanding Achievement (2019) Poster Presentation Award (Sept 2017) He supervises PhD students and leads the Integrated Morphology and Palaeontology Lab , which specializes in 3D imaging and comparative analysis of fossil and extant mammals. His work has garnered significant media attention, including coverage in 49 news outlets in 2019.

Alex Combesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Kidney Development
• Developmental Biology
• Single Cell Genomics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alex Combes is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Anatomy and Developmental Biology at Monash University's Biomedicine Discovery Institute. He leads the Combes Laboratory, which focuses on kidney development and disease, and is actively accepting PhD students for research projects in bioinformatics, bioengineering, developmental biology, single cell genomics, advanced imaging, and stem cell differentiation. Dr. Combes' educational background includes: PhD in Molecular Genetics and Development from the University of Queensland BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry from the University of Queensland Dr. Combes' research focuses on understanding kidney development and disease through innovative approaches. His laboratory employs single cell sequencing, 3D imaging, and molecular genetics to investigate tissue formation during development and how disruptions in developmental programs can cause or contribute to disease. Key research areas include kidney organoid development, progenitor cell maintenance and differentiation, and the impact of cell migration on cell fate decisions. This work has significant implications for diagnostics, disease modeling, drug screening, and regenerative medicine applications. Analysis of Dr. Combes' publication history reveals a strong focus on kidney development and disease mechanisms. His research increasingly incorporates single-cell genomic approaches to understand cellular heterogeneity and signaling pathways during organogenesis. There's a clear trajectory toward translational applications, particularly in using stem cell-derived kidney organoids for disease modeling and regenerative medicine. Scientific recognition includes: ARC DECRA fellowship (2015) Dr. Combes serves as Primary Chief Investigator for multiple active research projects, including 'Scalable lentiviral screening of variants associated with kidney disease' and 'Imaging mammalian organogenesis with adaptive optics.' He also contributes as an Associate Investigator on collaborative projects related to nephron development and cardiovascular disease. His laboratory provides mentorship for postgraduate research students working on projects spanning bioinformatics, bioengineering, developmental biology, single cell genomics, advanced imaging, and stem cell differentiation. The Combes Laboratory is part of the Department of Anatomy and Developmental Biology at Monash University, collaborating extensively with researchers at Murdoch Children's Research Institute and other international institutions. The lab maintains strong connections with the broader kidney research community and participates in multi-institutional projects addressing congenital kidney diseases and regenerative medicine approaches.

• Neurobiology
• Parkinson's Disease
• Mitochondrial Genetics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Lars Olson is a Senior Professor in Neurobiology at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Neuroscience. His research explores neurobiology, Parkinson's disease mechanisms, mitochondrial genetics in aging, and neural repair after spinal cord injury. He co-leads Tobias Karlsson's research group and founded the Swedish Brain Foundation. Research interests include: Mitochondrial dysfunction in neurodegeneration Neural signaling pathways in Parkinson's Bioengineering for spinal cord injury recovery Publications demonstrate expertise in genetic models and neurochemical analysis, with recent work on dopamine dynamics and neuroimmune interactions. Awards include the Karolinska Institutet Grand Silver Medal (2020) for lifetime contributions to neuroscience education and research. Advising includes PhD supervision in neurobiology labs. Grants support studies on neuroregeneration and mitochondrial biology. Future work targets neural interfaces for therapeutic applications. Teams collaborate internationally on neural circuit mapping and neuroinflammation projects.

Adam Celizمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Materials Engineering
• Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Biomedical Engineering
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Adam Celiz is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London, part of the Faculty of Engineering. He leads the Celiz Lab, which focuses on developing biomaterials for tissue repair and regeneration. His affiliations include the CRUK Convergence Science Centre, Cancer Technology Network, and Centre for Advanced Therapeutics. Education: BSc (First Class) in Pharmaceutical & Chemical Sciences (University of Brighton, 2006); PhD in Chemistry (University of Cambridge, 2010). Postdoctoral research included work at the University of Nottingham and Harvard University’s Wyss Institute. Awards include the Larry Hench Young Investigators Prize and an Early Career Researcher Award from the American Vacuum Society. Research interests span biomaterials for stem cell interactions, high-throughput screening of polymers, and tissue adhesives. His lab develops hydrogels for dental regeneration, cardiac tissue repair, and lymphangiogenesis. Key facilities include the Kinexus Ultra+ Rheometer and ElectroForce 5500 DMA platforms. Publications highlight advancements in biomaterial strategies for endodontic regeneration, dental pulp stem cells, and tough adhesives for wet surfaces. His work has been featured in Science , Nature Materials , and Advanced Materials , with media coverage in BBC, Newsweek, and Popular Science. Awards: Larry Hench Prize (2017), American Vacuum Society Award (2015) Lab Facilities: Rheometer, Dynamic Mechanical Analysis systems Collaborations: NHLI, Aglaris Bioreactor

• Biomechanics
• Animal Adaptations
• Materials Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Labonte is an Associate Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London, specializing in Animal Biomechanics. His research explores how physical constraints shape biological systems and evolutionary processes, focusing on topics like adhesive mechanisms in insects, leaf-cutter ant behavior, and biological ceramics. He leads a multidisciplinary group that integrates natural sciences and engineering approaches. Education: PhD in Zoology from the University of Cambridge (2015) Degree in Biomimetics from the University of Applied Sciences Bremen, Germany Research Interests: Biomechanics of biological adhesives (e.g., insect feet, gecko claws) Mechanical adaptations in insects (e.g., leaf-cutting mechanisms, mandible dynamics) Material science inspired by biological systems (e.g., ceramics, composites) Evolutionary and ecological implications of biomechanical traits Recent Work Trends: His articles emphasize biomechanical analysis of animal behavior, material properties of biological structures, and interdisciplinary applications of engineering principles to ecological and evolutionary questions. Awards: None explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Advising & Grants: His group actively recruits students and researchers in natural sciences/engineering fields. Grants and funding details are not specified here, but his work involves collaborations bridging biomechanics and materials science. Labs/Teams: His team operates under the Bioengineering Department’s facilities at Imperial College London, with a focus on experimental biomechanics and computational modeling.

• Plant Biology
• Synthetic Biology
• Biomechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Naomi Nakayama is an Associate Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London, leading the Biological Form and Function Lab within the Faculty of Engineering. She specializes in interdisciplinary research exploring the design principles of biological structures, particularly focusing on plant morphology and functional materials. Her work integrates cell and developmental biology, synthetic biology, biomechanics, and material sciences to address challenges in sustainable agriculture and green technology. Nakayama holds a PhD in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from Yale University and has held prior positions as a Royal Society University Research Fellow and Chancellor’s Fellow at the University of Edinburgh. Her research emphasizes the application of biophysical and synthetic approaches to understand and engineer plant forms and functions, with affiliations to key institutions like the Centre for Synthetic Biology and the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering. Her research trends reflect a focus on plant developmental biology, synthetic biology tools, and biomechanical adaptations, as evidenced by recent publications on seed dispersal mechanisms, synthetic multicellularity, and gene regulatory networks. Her lab’s work bridges fundamental biology with practical applications, such as bio-inspired robotics and sustainable agriculture solutions. Nakayama’s contributions include pioneering the Mobius Assembly framework for DNA assembly in plant systems and advancing understanding of environmental morphing in plants. Her research is supported by collaborative grants and has led to innovations in plant tissue engineering and functional materials.

Justin S. Boisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Biological Engineering
• Data Analysis
• Biophysics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Justin S. Bois is a Teaching Professor in the Division of Biology and Biological Engineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). He holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Caltech (2007) and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1999). His academic career includes roles as a postdoc at UCLA (2011–2013), a Visiting Scientist at the Max Planck Institutes in Dresden (2007–2010), and prior teaching roles at Caltech. Bois specializes in teaching and research at the intersection of data analysis, biophysics, and biological systems. He designs and instructs courses such as Data Analysis in the Biological Sciences , Design Principles of Genetic Circuits , and Biophysical Chemistry . His research focuses on statistical thinking in biology, cellular mechanics, and computational tools for nucleic acid systems (e.g., NUPACK). Education: Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Caltech (2007); B.S., Chemical Engineering, UIUC (1999) Key Roles: Bioengineering Undergraduate Option Representative, Core Curriculum Committee member, Faculty liaison for Caltech soccer teams Bois has pioneered software tools like EQTK (chemical equilibrium solver) and iqplot (biological data visualization). He has authored/co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications and received multiple teaching awards, including the 2023 Alice Huang Leadership Award and Caltech student-nominated accolades. His service contributions include advising 26 Ph.D. theses and organizing programming bootcamps for bioengineers. He also hosts workshops on data science and statistical inference at institutions like the Weizmann Institute and EPFL.

Niles A. Pierceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Engineering
• Translational Research
• Chemical Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Niles A. Pierce is the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Professor of Applied and Computational Mathematics and Bioengineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), serving as Executive Officer for Biology and Biological Engineering. He holds a B.S.E. from Princeton University (1993) and a D.Phil. from the University of Oxford (1997). His research focuses on engineering programmable nucleic acid systems for biomedical applications, including molecular diagnostics, synthetic biology, and bioimaging. Key innovations include the Hybridization Chain Reaction (HCR) and the NUPACK computational design framework. Research interests span dynamic nucleic acid nanotechnology, molecular programming, and translational medicine. His team develops tools for multiplexed imaging, CRISPR-based regulation, and instrument-free diagnostics. Notable honors include the Guggenheim Fellowship (2014–2015), Feynman Teaching Prize (2003), and Rhodes/Hertz Fellowships (1993). Education: B.S.E., Princeton University, 1993 D.Phil., University of Oxford, 1997 Administrative Roles: Executive Officer, Division of Biology and Biological Engineering (2007–2013, 2020–) MacArthur Professor (2024–) His labs specialize in four subgroups: programmable regulators, bioimaging technologies, diagnostics, and computational algorithms. Current projects address cell-selective CRISPR regulation, high-resolution protein imaging, and at-home pathogen detection. NUPACK software remains a cornerstone of nucleic acid design research. Awards: Rhodes Scholarship, Hertz Fellowship, 1993 Rozemberg Tulip Award, 2020 Guggenheim Fellowship, 2014–2015 Richard P. Feynman Teaching Prize, 2003 His work bridges computational mathematics and biological engineering, with applications in medicine and environmental microbiology. Future efforts emphasize molecular choreography for precise cellular control and scalable diagnostic platforms.

Lulu Qianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Engineering
• Molecular Programming
• DNA Nanotechnology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lulu Qian is a Professor of Bioengineering at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), leading the Qian Lab. She holds a B.E. from Southeast University (2002) and a Ph.D. from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2007). Prior to her current role, she served as an Assistant Professor at Caltech (2013–2018). Her research focuses on designing molecular systems with programmable behaviors, including biochemical circuits, DNA neural networks, and molecular robots. These systems aim to mimic biological intelligence and perform tasks like pattern recognition, decision-making, and spatial organization at the molecular level. Her lab’s key projects include developing DNA strand displacement cascades for scalable computation, creating DNA-based neural networks capable of associative memory, and engineering molecular robots that perform collective tasks like cargo sorting. Notable achievements include the world’s smallest DNA-based Tic-Tac-Toe game, fractal assembly of DNA origami arrays, and a DNA robot capable of sorting molecules. Qian’s work bridges molecular engineering, computer science, and synthetic biology to advance nanotechnology and programmable matter. Her lab actively collaborates with Caltech’s graduate programs in Bioengineering, Computer Science, and Chemical Engineering. Current and past students have contributed to projects ranging from programmable DNA circuits to bio-inspired robotics. The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary training, preparing students for careers in academic research and industry innovation.

• Lung Biology
• Stem Cell Research
• Pulmonary Diseases
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Brigitte N Gomperts is a Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) David Geffen School of Medicine. She maintains a dual appointment in both departments, reflecting her interdisciplinary research spanning pediatric and adult pulmonary medicine. Dr. Gomperts leads a productive research laboratory focused on lung biology, stem cells, and regenerative medicine, with particular emphasis on understanding airway repair mechanisms and developing novel therapies for pulmonary diseases. Dr. Gomperts received her medical training at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, followed by a Pediatrics Residency and Chief Residency at Washington University in St. Louis. She completed her Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Fellowship at the same institution. Her educational background provided the foundation for her transition into laboratory research focused on lung development and repair. Dr. Gomperts' research primarily investigates airway stem cell biology , pulmonary regeneration , and disease pathogenesis in conditions including idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and respiratory viral infections. Her laboratory pioneered the development of three-dimensional bioengineered lung tissue models that have become instrumental in studying human airway biology and disease mechanisms. Current research focuses on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying fibrosis, developing novel therapeutic approaches for pulmonary diseases, and investigating the impact of environmental exposures like cigarette smoke and e-cigarettes on airway repair. Analysis of Dr. Gomperts' recent publications reveals a strong trajectory in pulmonary research with increasing emphasis on translational applications. Her work spans fundamental stem cell biology, disease modeling, and therapeutic development, with particular recent focus on SARS-CoV-2 infection mechanisms and treatment strategies. The research demonstrates sophisticated integration of stem cell biology, tissue engineering, and molecular pathology to address critical questions in pulmonary medicine. Dr. Gomperts has secured significant research funding from multiple sources including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Department of Defense, and private foundations. Current projects include 'Validation of an in vitro model of progressive fibrosis that mimics Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis' (NIH U01HL153000), 'Targeting DNA Damage Repair Pathways to Reduce SARS-CoV-2 Replication in the Airways' (Department of Defense), and 'Translational models for drug discovery for IPF' (Three Lakes Foundation). Dr. Gomperts leads the Lung Stem Cell Laboratory at UCLA, which has developed innovative three-dimensional bioengineering technologies to generate lung tissue for personalized disease modeling. Her laboratory collaborates extensively with other researchers across UCLA and nationally to advance understanding of lung biology and develop novel therapeutic approaches for pulmonary diseases.

• Developmental Biology
• Tissue Engineering
• Dermatology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Colin Jahoda is affiliated with Durham University's Department of Biosciences. His research focuses on developmental biology of skin and its appendages, with applications in tissue engineering for regenerative medicine and dermatology. Key interests include epithelial-mesenchymal interactions, stem cell reprogramming, mesenchymal progenitor cell potential, and wound healing. He collaborates with institutions like the University of Grenoble (France) on projects involving corneal and amnion epithelium transformation. His work explores mechanisms to induce hair follicles using cultured dermal cells and investigates their roles in adipose, osteogenic, and hematopoietic differentiation. Two PhD students, Masi Yousefi and Matthew Morrison, are currently under his supervision. The lab's findings aim to develop clinically relevant skin substitutes and therapeutic solutions for hair loss and tissue regeneration. Research Postgraduate (PhD) students include: Masi Yousefi Matthew Morrison Key research themes are: Epithelial-mesenchymal interactions in skin appendage development Stem cell plasticity and transdifferentiation Regenerative approaches to skin wound healing Biomimetic tissue engineering for hair follicle induction Publications highlight advancements in: 3D culture-based reprogramming of dermal cells Role of Wnt/β-Catenin signaling in dermal cell fate Genetic basis of hair follicle formation