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Peter M. Graceمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Chronic Pain Management
• Neuroimmunology
• Opioid Pharmacology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peter M. Grace, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and interim Department Chair in the Department of Symptom Research at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. His research focuses on neuroimmune mechanisms underlying chronic pain, particularly neuropathic pain and opioid pharmacology. He investigates pathways such as Nrf2 antioxidant signaling, inflammasome activation, and immune-mediated pain modulation. His work bridges basic science and translational research, aiming to develop therapies targeting oxidative stress and neuroinflammation. Key research interests include the role of B cells and IgG in neuropathic pain, the impact of opioids on pain amplification, and the protective effects of exercise on nerve injury outcomes. He explores novel therapies like fumarates and HDAC inhibitors to mitigate pain and neurodegeneration. Grace’s interdisciplinary approach integrates immunology, neuroscience, and clinical pain management. His publications highlight advancements in understanding microglial activity in pain-related brain regions, TLR4 signaling in morphine tolerance, and the development of targeted drug delivery systems for oxidative stress disorders. Despite his extensive contributions, specific awards are not listed in the provided materials.

Hershel Raffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physiology
• Endocrinology
• Clinical Chemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Hershel Raff, PhD, FAAAS, FAPS, is a Professor in the Department of Medicine, Physiology, and Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) School of Medicine. He also holds an adjunct professorship in Biomedical Sciences at Marquette University. His academic roles include secondary appointments in Physiology and Surgery at MCW and the MCW School of Pharmacy. Dr. Raff earned a BA in Music from Union College and a PhD in Environmental Physiology from Johns Hopkins University, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship in Endocrinology at UCSF. His research focuses on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, neonatal stress effects, obesity-pain interactions in adolescents, and diagnostic endocrine tests like salivary cortisol assays. He has authored two textbooks: Vander’s Human Physiology and Medical Physiology: A Systems Approach . Dr. Raff’s awards include FAAAS and FAPS fellowships, and recognition as an inaugural MCW Society of Teaching Scholars member (1991) and Alpha Omega Alpha inductee by MCW’s Class of 2005. He leads editorial roles for Endocrinology and the Journal of the Endocrine Society . His educational contributions span medical, pharmacy, and graduate student instruction, including directing endocrinology courses and physiological systems training. His lab investigates neonatal stress, HPA axis dysfunction in opioid relapse, and cortisol biomarkers in conditions like Cushing’s syndrome and traumatic brain injury.

• Chronic Pain Mechanisms
• Nociceptive System
• Pain Summation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wacław Adamczyk is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Dysfunctions, Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice. He leads the Pain Research Laboratory and focuses on chronic pain mechanisms, spatial nociception, and placebo effects in physiotherapy. His work includes experimental studies on pain modulation, such as offset analgesia and classical conditioning effects. Adamczyk teaches advanced courses on pain science and rehabilitation, including Pain Science: From Theory to Practice and master's seminars. His research integrates psychophysical techniques with clinical applications, addressing topics like tactile acuity in chronic pain populations and observational learning effects on pain perception. He actively collaborates on international projects, such as cross-cultural adaptations of pain assessment tools (e.g., Fremantle Back Awareness Questionnaire). Research interests span pain summation, nociceptive system spatial dynamics, and translational pain science. He investigates how cognitive factors (e.g., expectations) influence pain experience and develops methods for objective pain measurement using physiological signals. His lab regularly hosts student scientific clubs and Zoom-based meetings focused on pain science innovation. While no specific grants or awards are listed, his prolific publication record reflects sustained academic engagement. Lab activities include exploring musculoskeletal dysfunctions and developing pain management strategies. He coordinates interdisciplinary projects linking neurophysiology, physical therapy, and behavioral science.

Benedict Kolberمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pain Management
• Stress Adaptation
• Depression
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benedict Kolber is an Associate Professor and Program Head of the Systems and Cellular Neuroscience Track in the Cognition and Neuroscience PhD program at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). He is affiliated with the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences and the Center for Advanced Pain Studies. Kolber holds a PhD in Neuroscience from Washington University in St. Louis and conducted postdoctoral research in anesthesiology pain studies there. His research focuses on understanding stress adaptation’s impact on pain, drug discovery for analgesics and opioid overdose antidotes, and integrative non-pharmacological therapies for chronic pain. His work combines molecular neuroscience techniques with clinical collaborations. Key research areas include: Pain biology and amygdala circuitry in chronic/visceral pain Natural product-derived analgesics from marine cyanobacteria and African plants Novel opioid overdose antidotes minimizing withdrawal Multimodal therapies combining meditation/exercise for chronic low back pain His recent publications emphasize σ₂ receptor/TMEM97’s role in pain modulation, iPSC-derived sensory neuron drug screening, and computational pain modeling in the amygdala. Kolber has received numerous awards including UTD’s President’s Scholarship Excellence Award (2019) and the Early Career Research Award from the International Association for the Study of Pain (2013). He actively mentors graduate students and has developed innovative training programs through initiatives like the ASCB MALT Fellowship. His Pain Stress Lab focuses on translational research bridging basic science and clinical applications. Current projects include developing 3D agent-based models of pain circuits and evaluating novel therapeutic compounds from natural sources.

Andrew Floodمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Neuroscience
• Exercise Physiology
• Pain Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew Flood is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Canberra. His research focuses on neuromodulation techniques like transcranial direct-current stimulation (tDCS), meta-analyses in clinical pain management, and the interplay between physical activity and health. He has led projects such as the Acute Readiness Monitoring Scale (ARMS) validation and studies on tactical athlete resilience. Key areas include pain modulation mechanisms, exercise-induced analgesia, and the development of physical literacy assessment tools. He has been accepting PhD students since 2016 and has published extensively on topics ranging from neurostimulation effects to behavioral interventions for sedentary behavior reduction. His work combines methodologies from neuroscience, exercise physiology, and clinical psychology to address real-world health challenges. Recent research highlights include pilot studies on transcranial stimulation’s impact on blood-brain barrier permeability and systematic reviews exploring sensory testing in clinical pain. Collaborations span institutions, emphasizing translational research for applied health outcomes.

Jonny Hisdalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vascular Physiology
• Exercise Physiology
• Sports Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonny Hisdal is a Professor in the Department of Vascular Diseases at the University of Oslo. His research focuses on vascular physiology, exercise physiology, and clinical interventions in cardiovascular health. He has conducted extensive studies on the physiological effects of extreme endurance sports, hemodynamics under various conditions, and the impact of anabolic steroids on vascular function. Key areas of investigation include thermal physiology in open-water swimming, bioimpedance applications for vascular assessment, and the management of abdominal aortic aneurysms. His work integrates clinical trials with biomedical engineering techniques, such as developing novel devices for blood flow monitoring (e.g., the Earlybird Doppler device). Recent studies highlight his contributions to understanding peripheral circulation dynamics, the effects of intermittent negative pressure therapies, and the long-term outcomes of vascular screening programs. Collaborations span disciplines from sports medicine to rheumatology, emphasizing translational research to improve patient care.

• Proteomics
• Metabolomics
• Burn Wounds
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Tony Parker is an Associate Professor in the School of Biomedical Sciences at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where he also serves as Academic Lead in Indigenous Health, Deputy Program Leader of the Tissue Repair and Translational Physiology (TRTP) Group, and Chief Scientific Officer of Surgical BioFix Ltd. His research focuses on wound healing, proteomics, metabolomics, and the biochemical implications of tissue injury. He has published over 37 peer-reviewed articles and attracted $3.6M in research funding. Parker leads international collaborations with institutions like A*STAR (Singapore), Tulane University, and the University of Kentucky. His work includes developing world-class proteomics capabilities at QUT’s CARF and pioneering studies on burn wound fluid analysis and exercise-induced neuroprotection. Teaching roles include coordinating units in Anatomy, Physiology, and Honours research. Research interests span biomarker discovery, chronic wound management, and systems biology approaches to tissue repair. Notable achievements include the QUT Vice Chancellor’s Performance Award (2015) and organizing major conferences like AB3ACBS 2016. He has supervised 15 Honours and 22 higher-degree students, contributing to training the next generation of biomedical researchers. Current projects include investigating biomarkers for burn classification and leveraging integrative omics for stress response analysis. His work bridges clinical and translational research, with applications in biotechnology and patient care.

Whasil Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanotransduction
• Musculoskeletal Biology
• Ion Channel Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Whasil Lee, Ph.D., is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Rochester , with affiliations in Pharmacology & Physiology and the Center for Musculoskeletal Research (CMSR). His laboratory focuses on mechanotransduction mechanisms in musculoskeletal cells, particularly the role of mechanically activated ion channels like Piezo1, Piezo2, and TRPV4 in osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal diseases. Key research areas include understanding how mechanical stimuli drive cellular responses and developing therapies targeting these pathways. Dr. Lee teaches Introduction to Cell Mechanics and Mechanobiology (BME 265/465) and Structure and Analysis of Biomolecules (BME/PHP 468) . He also contributes to ethics training via IND 501/506 – Ethics and Professional Integrity in Research . His lab has secured significant NIH grants , including R01AR082349 and R35GM147054, to study mechanotransduction-inflammation coupling and chondrocyte vulnerability. Recent work highlights exercise-driven adaptations in cartilage and the role of PIEZO1 downregulation in rotator cuff injuries. Collaborations span clinical and basic science, with partnerships like the Orthopaedics Goldstein Pilot Award exploring chondrocyte responses to mechanical stress. The lab actively trains graduate students (e.g., Brian Wise) and postdoctoral researchers, emphasizing mechanobiology and translational research.

• Pain Management
• Psychophysics
• Neuroscience
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wacław Adamczyk is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Jagiellonian University, specializing in pain mechanisms, psychophysics, and clinical applications. His habilitation process, finalized in 2025, focused on the psychophysical characteristics of spatial aspects of pain in humans. His research interests include endogenous pain modulation, experimental pain models, and the influence of psychological factors on pain perception. Completed habilitation in 2025 under the supervision of Prof. Andrzej Małecki. Active in pain research, publishing extensively on topics like offset analgesia, spatial summation of pain, and observational learning effects. Contributions to cross-cultural adaptation of pain assessment tools, such as the Fremantle Back Awareness Questionnaire. His work bridges clinical and experimental neuroscience, with a focus on translating psychophysical findings into clinical practice. Recent studies explore the role of verbal suggestion, exercise-induced hypoalgesia, and machine learning applications in pain recognition. Key areas of investigation include nociceptive processing, myofascial trigger points, and the interplay between muscle activity and chronic pain syndromes. His research also addresses methodological challenges in experimental pain studies, such as calibration protocols and home-based paradigms.

Gurinder S. Bainsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Allied Health
• Physical Therapy
• Nutrition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gurinder S. Bains is a Professor at the School of Allied Health Professions , Loma Linda University , specializing in Allied Health Studies. He holds a PhD (2014) and MD (2006) and has been actively contributing to research since 2008. Education: PhD (Loma Linda University), MD (Ross University School of Medicine) His research spans Physical Therapy , Nutrition , Neuroscience , and Biomedical Engineering , focusing on: Exercise physiology and aging EEG brainwave modulation through diet and laughter Prosthetic device innovation Impact of digital technology on health Stress and inflammation biomarkers Recent publications (2020-2023) analyze: High-intensity interval training's effect on transcriptomic age Smartphone addiction's impact on pediatric lung function 3D-printed prosthetics versus traditional designs Cacao/nut effects on brainwave activity Thermal therapy for musculoskeletal recovery He serves as Principal Investigator (PI) for projects related to: Intermittent fasting (2025-2026) EEG modulation through humor Prosthetic socket design Online student engagement and has completed 20+ industry-funded research projects with pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer and Wyeth.

• Neurosciences
• Neuroimaging
• Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. C.A.T. Zijdewind is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Groningen. Her research focuses on neurosciences, neuroimaging, and physiology, particularly addressing fatigue mechanisms, interhemispheric interactions, and motor unit behavior in clinical populations such as spinal cord injury patients and multiple sclerosis sufferers. She has received grants from NIH-NINDS, stichting MS Research, and NWO-Cognition. Research Interests: Her work explores cerebral and spinal mechanisms underlying fatigue, motor performance, and neural adaptation post-injury. Techniques include functional MRI, electromyography, and neurophysiological assessments to study motor control and rehabilitation strategies. Grants: NICHD FORE-SCI: Cortical activation in spinal cord injury patients (2007–2008) stichting MS Research: Central fatigue in MS (2006/2007) NWO-Cognition: Interaction between cognitive and motor fatigue (2002–2006) Labs/Teams: Collaborates with neuroimaging and neurorehabilitation teams, focusing on translational research bridging clinical and experimental neuroscience.

Fabio Laginestraمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroscience
• Exercise Physiology
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fabio Laginestra, Ph.D., is an academic researcher affiliated with the University of Utah. He holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Biomedicine and Movement from the University of Verona (Italy), an M.S. in Exercise Physiology from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (Norway), and a B.S. in Sport Sciences from the University of Insubria (Italy). His research focuses on the mechanistic basis of fatigue, integrating circulatory, respiratory, metabolic, and neuromuscular responses during exercise. Current work emphasizes neurally-mediated cardiovascular adjustments in chronic pain patients and sex-based variability in fatigue mechanisms. Key research areas include the exercise pressor reflex in heart failure, limb-specific blood flow regulation in amputees, and mitochondrial influences on exercise performance. His studies also explore neuromuscular fatigue in patients with Parkinson’s disease and the role of muscle afferents in exercise performance limitations. Recent work addresses allostatic load in PTSD patients and the impact of cancer treatments on exercise physiology. Publications from 2023–2025 highlight investigations into autonomic adjustments during prolonged exercise, sex differences in neuromuscular function, and the efficacy of rehabilitation strategies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges neuroscience, exercise physiology, and clinical research to advance understanding of human performance and disease-related physiological impairments.

Luis Queme Cobarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Chronic Pain Mechanisms
• Peripheral Sensory Neurobiology
• Neuro-Immune Interactions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Luis Queme Cobar serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. His research program investigates neuro-immune interactions in chronic pain development following stress exposure, utilizing multidisciplinary approaches spanning molecular biology to AI-driven behavioral analysis. Education: B.S. and M.D. from Francisco Marroquin University, Guatemala City (2007) Ph.D. in Cell Information Medicine from Nagoya University, Japan (2013) Dr. Queme Cobar's research centers on peripheral sensory neuron interactions with non-neuronal cells (particularly macrophages) in chronic pain pathogenesis. His NIH-funded work employs ex-vivo electrophysiology, molecular techniques, and computational behavioral analysis to dissect mechanisms of muscle pain persistence. Key themes include sex-specific pain pathways, cardiovascular-pain reflex integration, and stress-induced neuroplasticity. Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on muscle afferent physiology, with recent work emphasizing macrophage roles in pain chronification and AI-enhanced behavioral phenotyping. His research bridges basic neurobiology and translational pain medicine, particularly regarding ischemic myalgia and exercise-induced sensitization. Scientific Awards: American Heart Association Postdoctoral Fellowship Current NIH funding supports investigations into macrophage-mediated long-lasting muscle pain. Dr. Queme Cobar maintains active collaborations with Cincinnati Children's Hospital researchers from his postdoctoral training, where he studied muscle afferent dual roles in nociception and cardiovascular reflexes under Dr. Michael Jankowski's mentorship. His laboratory integrates electrophysiology rigs, molecular biology suites, and machine learning pipelines for behavioral analysis, operating within the Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering infrastructure at UNE.

• Functional purinergic signalling
• Smooth muscle inflammation
• Urinary bladder function
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patrik Aronsson is a researcher and Associate Professor (docent) in Pharmacology at the University of Gothenburg 's Sahlgrenska Academy , Department of Pharmacology. He leads the Autonomic Neuroscience Unit and serves as Head of the Pharmacy Programme and Chairman of the Education Board for the Pharmacy Programme . He also coordinates supplementary education for non-EU pharmacists and teaches pharmacology across multiple programs. Research Focus: Functional purinergic signalling in smooth muscle Inflammation and remodeling in urinary bladder and prostate Neural control of micturition and cardiovascular function Pharmacology education and curriculum development His recent work spans in vitro and in vivo rodent models of chronic pelvic pain, prostatitis, and ketamine-induced uropathy, alongside global initiatives to define core pharmacology concepts and improve assessment tools. Publications Trend: A steady stream of high-impact papers (2021-2025) in Neurourology and Urodynamics , Scientific Reports , Frontiers in Physiology , and British Journal of Pharmacology reveals a dual focus on mechanistic studies of bladder/prostate pathophysiology and innovative educational research. Scientific Awards & Recognition: While specific awards are not listed, his editorial roles, leadership of international consensus meetings (ICI-RS), and coordination of global educational initiatives underscore significant peer recognition. Teaching & Advising: Course leader and examiner for FLS533 (Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry & Pathology) Member, Council for Education (first and second cycle programmes) Pharmacy Programme leadership and curriculum oversight Laboratory & Teams: Aronsson heads the Autonomic Neuroscience Unit within the Department of Pharmacology, fostering collaborative projects on smooth muscle biology, neuro-uropharmacology, and educational innovation.

• Exercise physiology
• Physical activity epidemiology
• Sarcopenia and frailty
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Motohiko Miyachi is Professor of Sport Sciences at Waseda University, Tokyo, and former Chief of Physical-Activity Research at Japan’s National Institutes of Biomedical Innovation. Holding a Ph.D. in sports science from the University of Tsukuba, he has published >300 peer-reviewed articles (h-index 47) linking habitual physical activity, sedentary behaviour, resistance training and dietary protein to cardiovascular health, sarcopenia, frailty and longevity. Education & Academic Career Ph.D. (Sports Science), University of Tsukuba, 1999 M.P.E., National Institute of Fitness and Sports in Kanoya, 1990 Professor, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Waseda University, 2021-present Chief, Dept. of Physical Activity Research, NIBIOHN, 2017-2022 Associate Professor, Kawasaki University of Medical Welfare, 1999-2003 Visiting Professor, University of Colorado-Boulder, 2001-2002 Research Focus His group uses epidemiological cohorts, accelerometry, doubly-labelled water and randomised trials to quantify how daily step counts, exercise intensity, protein intake and urban-design attributes modulate arterial stiffness, muscle mass, frailty, metabolic syndrome and mortality in children, adults and older populations. Recent work clarifies dose-response thresholds for steps and BMI that differ between frail and non-frail elders, demonstrates that resistance training combined with chicken-meat ingestion mitigates training-induced arterial stiffening, and develops open-source algorithms to standardise consumer-grade tracker data. Scientific Awards & Recognition 2024 Waseda University Research Award (Leading Research) Member, Science Council of Japan (2018-present; liaison 2015-2018) Advisor, MHLW “Health Japan 21” and Tokyo Metropolitan Government cycling & sport promotion councils Professional Memberships American Heart Association American Physiological Society Japanese Society of Public Health Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine Policy & Societal Contributions He chairs national working groups that revise Japanese physical-activity guidelines for health promotion, designs municipal surveys evaluating cross-sectoral policy implementation, and co-authors Science-Council white papers on building resilient medical and community systems for ageing societies in the post-COVID era.