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Souvarish Sarkarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Neuroinflammation
• Gene-Environment Interactions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Souvarish Sarkar, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Medicine and Neuroscience (joint appointment) at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. His research focuses on understanding gene-environment interactions in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson's disease (PD), using Drosophila genetics, rodent models, and cell culture systems. He completed his Ph.D. in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at Iowa State University and postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School with Dr. Mel Feany. Education: B.Tech. in Biotechnology, Heritage Institute of Technology, India (2013) Ph.D. in Molecular Toxicology, Iowa State University (2018) Research Interests: Dr. Sarkar's work investigates how environmental toxicants (e.g., pesticides, metals) interact with genetic factors to drive neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration. Key areas include: Mechanisms of α-synuclein pathology and prion-like propagation Role of microglial ion channels and exosome signaling in PD Development of multiplex models to study gene-environment interactions Impact of mitochondrial dysfunction in neurotoxicity Awards: NIH K99/R00 Career Transition Grant (2022) Young Investigator Award (2025) Multiple recognitions for research excellence in neurotoxicology (2017–2023) Lab Activities: His lab integrates molecular biology, proteomics, and in vivo models to study: Environmental manganese's role in PD pathogenesis Gene-environment interaction networks in neurodegeneration Development of novel therapeutic strategies targeting neuroinflammatory pathways Collaborations: Active partnerships with the Environmental Health Sciences Center and Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience at URMC.

Isola Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Pharmacology
• Toxicology
• Neuropharmacology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Isola Brown is an Assistant Professor (Fixed-term) and Director of Online Programs in the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology at Michigan State University (MSU), affiliated with the College of Osteopathic Medicine. She holds a PhD in Pharmacology and Toxicology from MSU (2012–2017) and a B.A. in Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania (2008–2012). Her research focuses on neuropharmacology, oxidative stress, and enteric glial cell dysfunction in gut pathology, with recent work exploring glutathione's role in colitis and purinergic pathways in neuron loss. Dr. Brown directs MSU’s Online Masters Programs in Pharmacology and Toxicology, teaching courses such as Neuropharmacology, Cellular and Molecular Toxicology, and Fundamentals of Drug Safety. She has secured grants including the NIH Multidisciplinary Training in Environmental Toxicology (2015–2016) and NIH Basic Cardiovascular Research Training Grant (2017–2018). Her publications span neuroinflammation, mitochondrial function in neurons, and diagnostic advancements in thrombocytopenia. Professional activities include postdoctoral training at the University of Virginia (2017–2019) and the University of Michigan (2019–2021). She advises the Online Masters Program and leads the MS Capstone Literature Review course. Her work bridges laboratory research with clinical applications in pharmacology and toxicology education.

Marie Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Host-Microbiota Interactions
• Immunology
• Metabolic Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marie Lewis is an Associate Professor at the University of Reading, specializing in microbiota-host interactions and early-life environmental influences on immune and metabolic development. Her work focuses on understanding how early-life factors like diet, antibiotics, and farm environments shape long-term health outcomes. She holds a PhD in Molecular Microbiology (University of Exeter, 2004) and a BSc in Molecular and Cell Biology (University of Bath, 2000). Key research areas include the role of intestinal microbiota in immune programming, the impact of dietary interventions on microbiota composition, and the mechanisms linking early-life experiences to conditions like allergy, autoimmunity, and metabolic syndrome. Dr. Lewis has led grants from institutions including the Wellcome Trust and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Her publications span studies on probiotic effects, iron metabolism, and sex-dependent immune responses. Notable contributions include demonstrating how farm environments reduce inflammatory disease risk and how weaning diets influence metabolic trajectories. Awards: Wellcome Trust Strategic Award (PI), Royal Society Grant (PI), Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Grant (PI) Grants: NIH-funded studies on environmental enteric dysfunction modeling, farm environment impacts Expertise: Piglet models, microbiome analysis, nutritional immunology

Parul Christianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Maternal and Child Nutrition
• Micronutrient Deficiencies
• Public Health
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Parul Christian is a Professor and Director of the Program in Human Nutrition at the Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University. She is affiliated with the Department of International Health and the Center for Human Nutrition, with a strong focus on improving maternal and child health in low-income settings through evidence-based nutrition interventions. Her research interests span public health, nutrition, micronutrients, maternal and child health, reproductive health, and epidemiology. She employs community trials and epidemiological methods to study the impact of nutritional interventions on pregnancy outcomes, child growth, development, and long-term cardiometabolic health. Her work is primarily conducted in South Asia and Africa, with a focus on Bangladesh and Nepal. The trends in her recent publications reflect a sustained commitment to addressing maternal undernutrition, adolescent nutrition, micronutrient supplementation, and innovative field diagnostics. Her research combines clinical trials, policy-relevant analysis, and technological innovation, such as mobile health tools and portable diagnostic devices, to tackle persistent public health challenges in resource-limited contexts. Her scientific awards include recognition from Danone, the Harry D. Kruse Award, and the Delta Omega Honor Society. She is also an Associate Editor for the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Mid-Career Nutrition Leadership Institute, Danone (2014) Alumni Achievement Award, M.S. University of Baroda (2008) Pollin Stipend for Young Investigator ($100,000) (2004) Early Career Nutrition Leadership Institute, Danone (2000) Delta Omega Honor Society (1997) Harry D. Kruse Award (1996) Society for International Nutrition Research Student Prize (1996) Parul Christian has advised numerous students and mentored large-scale research projects, including the JiVitA trials in Bangladesh. She has led major grants from institutions such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where she served as a Senior Program Officer from 2016 to 2019. Her research portfolio includes projects on anthelminthics, multivitamin supplementation, complementary feeding, and antenatal micronutrient interventions. She leads or collaborates with multidisciplinary teams focused on nutrition, epidemiology, and public health technology. Her lab and field teams operate in rural Bangladesh, Nepal, Ethiopia, and Pakistan, conducting community-based trials and surveillance. Current initiatives include wireless health technologies for neonatal care and vitamin A deficiency screening tools.

Adam Moeserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gastrointestinal neuro-immune disorders
• Early-life adversity and developmental programming
• Mast-cell biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam Moeser, DVM, MS, PhD, is Professor and Matilda R. Wilson Endowed Chair in Large Animal Clinical Sciences at Michigan State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. He also serves as Associate Professor in the Neuroscience Program and directs the Gastrointestinal Stress Biology Laboratory (GISBL), a multidisciplinary team investigating how early-life adversity and biological sex interact to shape lifelong gut-brain axis disorders. Education: BS, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2000) MS, Animal Nutrition, North Carolina State University (2001) PhD, Physiology, North Carolina State University (2006) DVM, North Carolina State University (2008) NIH T32 Post-doctoral Fellowship, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill NIH K08 Award, Duke University (2008) Research Focus: Dr. Moeser’s NIH-, USDA- and industry-funded program integrates rodent, pig and translational models to dissect the neuro-immune mechanisms by which early-life stress programs mast-cell hyper-responsiveness, intestinal barrier dysfunction, visceral pain and comorbid neurobehavioral disorders such as depression and anxiety. Central themes include: Mast-cell biology and sex-specific immune programming Brain–gut axis signaling via corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF) receptors Epigenetic and transcriptomic reprogramming of innate immune cells Translational applications to human IBS, IBD and food allergy Scientific Awards & Honors: Matilda R. Wilson Endowed Chair in Large Animal Clinical Sciences NIH K08 Career Development Award (NIDDK) NIH T32 Post-doctoral Fellowship (Center for Gastrointestinal Biology and Disease) Advising & Grants: Dr. Moeser has mentored >20 graduate students and post-docs who have received NIH F30, K01 and NARSAD awards and now hold faculty, industry and clinical positions. His laboratory has been continuously funded since 2008 by multiple NIH R01/R21 grants, USDA-NIFA, and private-industry sponsors. Laboratory & Team: The Gastrointestinal Stress Biology Laboratory (GISBL) is located in the MSU College of Veterinary Medicine. Current team members include research associate Dr. Yu Ping Tang and PhD student Janelle Victoria LeMon, together with numerous alumni now in academia, industry and clinical residency programs.

Wazir Muhammadمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medical Physics
• Radiation Therapy
• Monte Carlo Simulations
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Wazir Muhammad is an Associate Professor of Medical Physics at Florida Atlantic University (FAU), Department of Physics, within the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science. He also served as an Associate Research Scientist at Yale School of Medicine (2017–2019). His research focuses on medical physics applications in cancer treatment and diagnosis, including Monte Carlo simulations, AI-driven radiation therapy optimization, and big data analytics. Education: Ph.D. in Physics (Kyungpook National University, 2013), M.Sc. in Medical Physics (PIEAS, 2004), B.Sc. and A.Sc. in Physics (University of Peshawar, 2001–2000). Research interests include radiation transport modeling, proton therapy improvements, AI in oncology, and radiation protection. Collaborations involve institutions like University of Chicago, South Florida Proton Therapy Institute, and GenesisCare Oncology. His lab, the Muhammad Lab | Medical Physics-Owls, develops tools for cancer prediction, treatment planning, and imaging. Key projects include GPU-based MC dose engines, AI-driven treatment strategies, and digital health applications. Over 15 students have graduated from his lab, many entering medical physics residencies. The lab also explores prompt gamma ray monitoring and small-field dosimetry for stereotactic radiosurgery. Publications span Monte Carlo simulations, ML in radiation oncology, and radiation safety. Future work emphasizes personalized cancer treatment through AI integration and expanding clinical partnerships.

• Digital Health
• Telehealth Implementation
• Mobile Health Apps in Dietetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Juliana Chen is a Senior Lecturer in Dietetics at the University of Sydney's Sydney Nursing School, within the Discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is affiliated with the Charles Perkins Centre and focuses on digital health innovations, particularly in telehealth and mobile applications for chronic disease management. Her work bridges clinical practice and research, emphasizing evidence-based interventions for obesity, diabetes, and dementia prevention. Education: PhD in Health Services Research (not explicitly stated; inferred from professional trajectory) Key Roles: Nutrition Lead for AU-ARROW dementia prevention trial, contributor to Dietitians Australia's telehealth guidelines Her research interests include: Telehealth implementation in dietetic care Multidomain lifestyle interventions for dementia risk reduction Mobile health technologies for dietary assessment and behavior change Cultural adaptation of digital tools in Pacific Island communities Publications highlight real-world applications of digital tools in weight management clinics and evaluations of mobile apps' efficacy in diverse populations. Collaborative projects include the World-wide FINGERS network and Pacific Island dietary studies. Advising and Grants: Supervises research on home enteral tube feeding outcomes. Her work informs NSW Ministry of Health policies and global health initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in the AU-ARROW multidomain intervention team and Charles Perkins Centre's metabolic health programs.

Maiza Campos Ponceمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Infectious Diseases
• Global Health
• Nutrition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maiza Campos Ponce is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, within the Infectious Diseases department and affiliated with the APH - Global Health initiative. Her research focuses on global health challenges, particularly in low-resource settings, addressing topics like micronutrient deficiencies, intestinal parasites, and the interplay between water/sanitation practices and child nutrition. She has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles and supervised three PhD theses. Key areas of expertise include parasitology, epidemiology, and interventions targeting malnutrition and infectious diseases in regions such as Afghanistan, Mozambique, and Lao PDR. She also serves as a Commissaris at Psychotraumacentrum Haarlem since 2021, contributing to trauma-related initiatives. Research Interests: Global Health Equity and Sustainable Development Goals Micronutrient Deficiencies and Fortification Strategies Infectious Diseases (e.g., helminthiasis, intestinal parasites) Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Interventions Pediatric Nutrition and Malnutrition Management Health Policy and Healthcare Accessibility in Conflict Zones Recent Research Trends: Her work emphasizes the dual burden of undernutrition and overnutrition in developing regions, with a focus on innovative interventions such as gut microbiota-targeted therapies using fortified foods. Collaborative studies in Afghanistan highlighted systemic challenges in essential medicine access, while analyses in Lao PDR underscored the critical role of WASH and infant feeding practices in preventing malnutrition. Grants and Supervision: Supervised three PhD theses, though specific grants are not detailed here. Her research has been supported by international collaborations and institutional grants at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Labs/Teams: Engaged with global health networks and multidisciplinary teams addressing parasitology, nutrition, and epidemiology challenges. Active in fieldwork across Asia and Africa through partnerships with local health institutions.

Thaddeus Stappenbeckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intestinal Inflammation
• Microbiome Homeostasis
• Wound Repair
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Thaddeus Stappenbeck is a Professor and Chair of Inflammation & Immunity at Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner Research Institute, holding a Hans Fischer Senior Fellowship at the TUM Institute for Advanced Study. His research focuses on understanding how genetic and environmental factors influence intestinal epithelial cell functions in inflammation, repair, and microbiome interactions. He earned his B.A. from Northwestern University’s Integrated Science Program, followed by an M.D./Ph.D. from Northwestern University Medical School. His training includes anatomic pathology at Washington University School of Medicine and postdoctoral work on host-microbial interactions under Jeffrey Gordon. Research interests include inflammation, infection, wound repair, and host defense mechanisms in intestinal tissues. Key achievements include discoveries in colonic stem cell regeneration, microbiome metabolite roles in repair, and gene-environment interactions in Crohn’s disease. Awards span clinical recognition (American Society for Clinical Investigation), research fellowships (Pew Scholar), and leadership in organizing major conferences like Keystone Symposia on Organoids. Education: B.A. (Northwestern), M.D./Ph.D. (Northwestern Medical School) Key Roles: Chair of Inflammation & Immunity (Cleveland Clinic), Former Division Chief at Washington University Research Themes: Intestinal epithelium repair, microbiome-host crosstalk, genetic determinants of inflammatory bowel disease Publications highlight breakthroughs in organoid modeling of injury-repair cycles, microbial metabolite signaling in influenza protection, and mechanisms linking smoking to Crohn’s pathology. His work bridges basic science with translational medicine, emphasizing clinical relevance in gastrointestinal diseases.

• Metabolism
• Nutrition Science
• Immunology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Małgorzata Szczuko is a Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition and Metabolomics at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin. Her research focuses on metabolic disorders, nutritional interventions in chronic diseases, and immune-endocrine interactions. Key areas include inflammatory mechanisms in autoimmune thyroiditis (Hashimoto's disease), lipid mediator pathways in pregnancy and stroke, and dietary modulation of metabolic syndrome and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). She has extensively studied short-chain fatty acids in gastrointestinal health, SCFA's role in infant metabolism, and trace element dynamics in renal disease. Her work integrates clinical nutrition with biomarker discovery, emphasizing translational research. Research interests span inflammation resolution pathways, gut-brain axis interactions, and the impact of environmental factors (e.g., carrageenan) on bowel disorders. She collaborates widely with clinicians and researchers, evidenced by 30+ co-authored publications with experts like Ewa Stachowska and Maciej Ziętek. Her studies on probiotics in PCOS, anti-inflammatory diets in Hashimoto's, and SCFA in pregnancy metabolism demonstrate a focus on evidence-based dietary solutions for complex health conditions. Notable contributions include investigating lipid mediators like resolvins and maresins in stroke recovery, thromboxane's role in ischemic events, and oxidative stress markers in cardiovascular risk assessment. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges nutritional science with endocrinology, immunology, and clinical pharmacology.

Gary Zenitskyمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroscience
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Environmental Toxicology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gary Zenitsky is a Researcher in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine. His research focuses on neurodegenerative mechanisms, environmental toxin impacts, and mitochondrial dysfunction in diseases like Parkinson’s. Key areas of investigation include neuroinflammation, protein misfolding, and the gut-brain axis. His work bridges molecular biology, toxicology, and translational medicine. Recent studies emphasize the roles of α-synuclein, mitochondrial stress, and environmental exposures in neurodegenerative processes. He explores innovative approaches like microbiome engineering for therapeutic delivery. His research often involves collaborative interdisciplinary methods, including CRISPR-Cas9 systems and advanced cell culture models. Notable contributions include identifying KCa3.1 channels as targets in neuroinflammatory pathways and elucidating manganese’s role in promoting α-synuclein aggregation. He has pioneered methods for isolating primary microglia with enhanced purity, advancing in vitro studies of neuroinflammation. Zenitsky’s work addresses translational challenges in neurotoxicology and neurodegenerative disease treatment. Current projects investigate biomarkers for early Parkinson’s detection and environmental risk factor mitigation strategies.

Vellareddy Anantharamمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Neurotoxicology
• Mitochondrial Dysfunction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vellareddy Anantharam is a Part-Time Professor in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Georgia (Athens). He concurrently serves as Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) at PK Biosciences Corporation and Probiome Therapeutics Inc., and has held academic roles including Associate Professor (Research) at Iowa State University. His research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson’s and prion diseases, emphasizing mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress, protein aggregation, and neuroinflammation. With over 30 years of experience, he has authored 190+ peer-reviewed papers and specializes in translational drug development for neuroprotection. Education: B.S. Chemistry (Bangalore University, 1980) M.S. Biochemistry (Bangalore University, 1982) Ph.D. Molecular Biophysics (Indian Institute of Science, 1987) Postdoc in Membrane-Cell Biology (Johns Hopkins Medical School, 1990) His research interests include developing neuroprotective therapies using cell culture and animal models, aiming to bridge preclinical and clinical evaluations. Recent studies focus on mitochondrial dysfunction’s role in epigenetic changes (e.g., H3K27 hyperacetylation) in Parkinson’s disease and manganese-induced neurotoxicity’s impact on α-synuclein aggregation and gut-brain axis interactions. He has contributed to identifying biomarkers like α-synuclein in skin tissue for early Parkinson’s diagnosis. His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, combining molecular biology, pharmacology, and toxicology to address neurodegenerative mechanisms. Current work explores potassium channel modulation (e.g., Kv1.3) to curb neuroinflammation and Fyn kinase’s role in microglial pathology. Collaborative projects include transgenic mouse models (e.g., MitoPark) to study gut-microbiome interactions in Parkinson’s. Dr. Anantharam’s industry roles at PK Biosciences and Probiome Therapeutics reflect his commitment to advancing translational research from lab to clinic. His dual academic-industry engagement underscores a focus on practical solutions for neurodegenerative disorders.

• Toxicology
• Environmental Health
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gary Perdew is the John T. And Paige S. Smith Professor in the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences at Pennsylvania State University's College of Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of toxicity, particularly dioxin-mediated signal transduction and the role of the Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor (AhR) in regulating cellular homeostasis. Notably, his work explores how environmental pollutants like dioxins disrupt metabolic and microbial systems, with implications for long-term health effects. He leads the Health and the Environment Seed Grant Committee at the Institute of Energy and Environment. Research Themes: Environmental toxicology, receptor signaling, pollutant metabolism, gut microbiome interactions. Affiliations: Institute of Energy and Environment, Metabolomics Core Facility. Key research interests include AhR's role in pollutant-induced toxicity, microbiota-derived ligands, and dietary modulation of receptor activity. Recent studies highlight early-life exposure effects on gut health and the discovery of natural AhR modulators in foods like mushrooms. His articles frequently address AhR signaling pathways, dioxin toxicity, and translational applications in environmental health. He has contributed to WHO guidelines for toxic equivalence factors and led high-impact studies on pollutant-induced metabolic dysfunction. Awards: None explicitly listed, but his leadership roles and prolific publications reflect significant recognition in the field. Grants & Advising: Leads seed grant programs but no explicit student advisees listed. Collaborates widely with teams like the Metabolomics Core Facility and international AHR Meeting committees. Current lab activities include investigating gut-lung axis signaling, microbial metabolite effects on AhR, and developing AhR-based therapies for metabolic and inflammatory disorders.

Gayathri Balasuriyaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Neuroscience
• Gastroenterology
• Neuroimmunology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gayathri Balasuriya is a Research Fellow in the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University. Her research focuses on neuroimmunological mechanisms underlying gastrointestinal dysfunction in neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, leveraging animal models to investigate gut-brain axis interactions. She explores roles of intestinal macrophages, enteric nervous system dysfunction, and therapeutic interventions like hydrogel-based treatments for neonatal stroke. Dr. Balasuriya is actively supervising PhD/Masters projects on topics like prebiotic interventions for gut health and neuroprotection in perinatal brain injury. Her work bridges neuroscience, immunology, and biomedical engineering, with a focus on translational research. She can be contacted via email and has an ORCID profile (0000-0003-3411-4543). Research Themes: Neurosciences, Neuroimmunology, Gastroenterology, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Biomedical Engineering. Key Projects: Investigating caecal dysfunction in autism mouse models, developing hydrogel therapies for neonatal stroke, analyzing macrophage-neuron crosstalk in colonic motility regulation.

Malin Flodström-Tullbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Type 1 Diabetes
• Enterovirus Pathogenesis
• Vaccine Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Malin Flodström-Tullberg is a Professor at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Medicine, Huddinge, leading a research group focused on the etiology of type 1 diabetes and cystic fibrosis. Her work explores viral triggers (e.g., enteroviruses), host immune responses, and non-invasive biomarker discovery. She collaborates globally with institutions including the University of Exeter, Rockefeller University, and the University of Helsinki. Her research integrates virology, immunology, and molecular biology to develop enterovirus vaccines and antivirals. Key interests include: Role of microbial diversity in autoimmune disorders Interferon signaling in pancreatic beta cell damage CFTR-related immune dysfunction in cystic fibrosis She mentors PhD students and postdoctoral fellows, with 28+ past trainees contributing to virology and diabetes research. Her group secured grants like the EU-funded ENTEROVIRUS-LINKED TYPE 1 DIABETES EXPOSED project. Lab activities include proteomic studies of extracellular vesicles and preclinical vaccine testing. No major scientific awards are documented.