جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Suzy C. P. Rennمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animal Behavior
• Neuroethology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Suzy C. P. Renn is the Roger M. Perlmutter Professor of Biology and Associate Dean of the Faculty at Reed College. She holds dual affiliations with the Biology Department and the Division of Mathematical and Natural Sciences. Her academic career includes roles as NSF Program Director for the Behavioral Systems Cluster and extensive postdoctoral research at Harvard University and the University of Sydney. Education: B.S. in Zoology (University of Washington), Ph.D. in Neuroscience (Washington University School of Medicine), postdoctoral studies in EvoDevo (University of Sydney) and cichlid genomics (Harvard). Research focuses on animal behavior, neuroethology, and evolutionary genomics, particularly in African cichlid fishes. Key interests include behavioral plasticity, maternal care genomics, and the genomic basis of social behavior. Her work integrates comparative genomics with neuroendocrinology, epigenetics, and microbiome studies. Her NSF tenure emphasized cross-disciplinary programs and training initiatives. Current lab projects investigate gut-brain interactions, telomere dynamics, and circadian rhythms. She mentors over 30 students across multiple years, emphasizing collaborative research and student-driven projects. Teaching spans introductory biology, animal behavior, and integrative neuroethology. She designed courses like Bio342 (Animal Behavior: Genetics to Ecology) and Bio431 (Comparative Functional Genomics). Professional activities include editorial roles for Molecular Ecology and co-authoring the Ancestral Modulation Hypothesis. Her research group maintains an active lab webpage with publications and student listings.

• Allergen Research
• Food Allergy
• Immunology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreas L. Lopata is a leading academic researcher at James Cook University, specializing in allergen characterization, food allergy mechanisms, and molecular immunology. His work focuses on seafood, insect, and invertebrate allergens, with contributions to component-resolved diagnostics, cross-reactivity studies, and therapeutic strategies. He has authored over 186 publications and a textbook on food allergy, emphasizing translational research to improve food safety and clinical management. Key research areas include parvalbumin and tropomyosin allergens, proteomic techniques for allergen discovery, and the impact of food processing on allergenicity. He collaborates globally, addressing regional allergy prevalence in Asia-Pacific and advancing mass spectrometry-based food safety methods. His work bridges basic science and clinical practice, influencing guidelines for allergy diagnosis and prevention.

• Aquaculture Genetics
• Genomics
• Transcriptomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xueyan Shen is an active researcher at James Cook University, specializing in aquaculture genetics and genomics. Their work focuses on improving fish breeding and health through advanced genomic techniques. Key research areas include quantitative trait loci (QTL) mapping, transcriptomic analysis of reproductive and immune systems, and genome assembly for commercially significant fish species like Asian seabass, cobia, and Malabar snapper. Research interests include: Aquaculture genetics and selective breeding strategies Genomic and transcriptomic analysis of fish species Disease resistance mechanisms in aquaculture Functional genomics for trait enhancement Their publications (2016-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on genomic applications in aquaculture. Recent trends include sex determination marker development, dietary impacts on fish physiology, and validation of genome assemblies. Work frequently employs RNA sequencing, QTL mapping, and comparative genomics to address practical challenges in fish farming.

• Food Allergens
• Protein Analysis
• Allergen Diagnosis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shaymaviswanathan Karnaneedi is a researcher at James Cook University specializing in food allergen identification, molecular biology, and immunological analysis. His work focuses on understanding allergenic proteins in seafood, insects, and other food sources to improve diagnostic tools and food safety standards. Collaborating with institutions globally, he employs transcriptomic and proteomic techniques to uncover novel allergens and assess cross-reactivity risks. Key research areas include: Characterizing allergens in crustaceans (shrimp, crayfish) and mollusks Investigating edible insect proteins for allergenic potential Developing component-resolved diagnostics for shellfish and fish allergies Studying thermal stability of allergens in processed foods Recent studies highlight geographical variations in shrimp allergen abundance, variability in commercial diagnostic extracts, and the discovery of reptilian allergens affecting fish-allergic patients. His work bridges basic research with clinical applications, aiming to reduce allergy-related health risks.

Eryn McFarlaneمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
• Statistical Genetics
• Hybridization
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eryn McFarlane is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at York University, part of the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on anthropogenic hybridization, combining fieldwork, genetics, and statistical modeling to study hybridization processes in wild animals such as deer in Scotland and deer mice in Canada. She also develops simulation-based approaches to explore evolutionary genetics questions. Dr. McFarlane holds a postdoctoral background from the University of Wyoming (2021–2023) and the University of Edinburgh (2019–2021). Her work bridges empirical and computational methods, emphasizing the interplay between genetic variation, environmental factors, and hybridization outcomes. She is committed to teaching about genetic variation and its complex interactions with phenotypic traits. Her research has addressed topics such as locus-specific introgression, metabolic rate in hybrid zones, and the genetic basis of speciation. She collaborates with institutions like Josephine Pemberton’s lab at the University of Edinburgh and Alex Buerkle’s team at the University of Wyoming. Current projects include hybridization between deer mice and white-footed mice in Canada and genomic analyses of hybrid zones. McFarlane’s publications span evolutionary genetics, conservation biology, and statistical methodology. She has contributed to discussions on postdoctoral mental health and workforce development through collaborative consortia models.

Michael Alvardمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural Anthropology
• Cooperation
• Human Evolutionary Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michael Alvard is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Texas A&M University, serving as Cultural Program Coordinator. His research focuses on the intersection of culture and biology, particularly in human evolutionary ecology, cooperation mechanisms, and environmental adaptations. He has conducted extensive fieldwork with indigenous groups, including studies of Lamaleran whale hunters in Indonesia and artisanal fishers in Dominica. Alvard holds a PhD from the University of New Mexico (1993). His work bridges anthropology with conservation biology, examining how cultural practices influence subsistence strategies and ecological sustainability. Key themes include kinship systems, cooperative behavior, and the impact of technology on hunting practices. His research spans multiple regions, from Neotropical rainforests to the Pacific islands, addressing topics like sustainable resource use, game behavior, and the interplay between genetic and cultural kinship. He has pioneered methods for analyzing fishing effort and movement patterns using GPS data, contributing to fisheries management strategies. Teaching includes courses on global cultures (ANTH 205), introductory anthropology (ANTH 201), and human evolutionary ecology (ANTH 424). His interdisciplinary approach integrates evolutionary theory with empirical field studies to explore how humans adapt to environmental challenges.

Heather Thakarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Archaeology
• Archaeobotany
• Palynology
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heather B. Thakar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Texas A&M University, directing the Archaeobotany & Palynology Laboratories and the Radiocarbon & Isotope Preparation Laboratory. Her research focuses on archaeological theory, evolutionary ecology, and prehistoric foraging societies in the Americas, with specialties in isotope geochemistry and radiocarbon dating. She teaches courses such as ANTH 204 (Prehistoric World) and ANTH 637 (Paleoethnobotany). Education : PhD in Archaeology, University of California, Santa Barbara (2014). Research Interests : Domestication of plants and animals in Mesoamerica and Central America. Coastal and island adaptations, including marine resource use and settlement patterns. Isotope analysis and radiocarbon chronology for reconstructing prehistoric diets, land use, and cultural transitions. Archaeological ethics, repatriation practices, and Indigenous collaboration. Key Projects : Principal Investigator of NSF-funded research on Late Pleistocene-Holocene human niche construction in Pacific Central America and foodways reconstruction in Honduras. Co-leads studies on maize domestication genetics and Holocene environmental change. Advising & Grants : Mentors four current graduate students (Kevin Wann, Chloe Fackler, Bradie Dean, Emma Newman) and has secured multiple NSF grants for collaborative archaeological research. Active in developing ethical frameworks for ancient DNA studies and repatriation advocacy. Labs : Directs specialized facilities for archaeobotanical analysis and radiocarbon sample preparation, supporting interdisciplinary research in prehistoric ecology and material culture.

Julie Newmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
• Rheology of Earth's Lithosphere
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julie Newman is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Structural Geology and Tectonics at Texas A&M University, holding the Ray C. Fish Professorship. Her research focuses on understanding the rheology and deformation mechanisms of Earth's lithosphere through integrated field, experimental, and microstructural analyses. She investigates strain localization, fluid-rock interactions, and metamorphic processes in crustal and upper mantle rocks, utilizing techniques like optical microscopy, electron microscopy (including EBSD), and geochemical analysis. Education: She earned her Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Rochester. Awards: She was recognized as a Montague – Center for Teaching Excellence Scholar at Texas A&M University (2010). Research Trends: Her recent work emphasizes the interplay between deformation and metamorphism in ultramafic complexes, mantle lithosphere dynamics, and the development of open-source tools like the StraboSpot data system for structural geology. She collaborates extensively on projects involving subduction zone processes, shear zone mechanics, and digital field methodologies. Her publications span structural geology, tectonics, and mineral physics, with a focus on experimental deformation, microstructural evolution, and field-based rheology studies. Collaborative efforts include advancing computational frameworks for analyzing thin sections and integrating big data approaches in geological research.

Nathan Hartمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Comparative Sensory Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Neurobiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nathan Hart is a Professor and Deputy Dean for Research and Innovation at Macquarie University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. He leads the Neurobiology Lab, focusing on comparative sensory biology, vertebrate evolution, and shark-human interaction dynamics. His research spans topics like vertebrate color vision evolution in lampreys and sharks, bird retina studies, and innovative shark bite prevention strategies. Hart's work bridges evolutionary theory with practical applications, such as developing electrical shark deterrents and understanding brain lateralization in cognitive tasks. Key projects include assessing the effectiveness of shark deterrent technologies, biodiversity responses in urban environments, and tracking evolutionary signals in predator landscapes. He has over 130 research outputs since 1998, with notable contributions to understanding visual systems in marine and terrestrial species. His lab collaborates internationally on sensory ecology and conservation challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to ecological and behavioral questions. Recent research highlights include studies on shark vision evolution, dynamic coloration in fish, and the sensory basis of animal communication. Projects funded by ARC and industry partners explore applied solutions for marine safety and biodiversity management. Hart advises on conservation strategies informed by animal sensory perception, advocating for science-driven approaches to wildlife protection.

Nathan Bottمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Aquatic Parasitology
• Marine Biosecurity
• Molecular Diagnostics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Nathan Bott is Deputy Head of the Department of Biology at RMIT University's School of Science, focusing on parasitology, marine biosecurity, and molecular diagnostics in aquaculture. His research integrates fundamental and applied marine science to develop tools for parasite surveillance and management, particularly targeting blood flukes in bluefin tuna. He holds expertise in genomics, transcriptomics, and glycomics of economically important parasites. Research Interests: Aquatic animal health and biosecurity Parasite genetics and genomics Point-of-care diagnostics Marine parasite ecology Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes molecular tools for parasite detection, host-parasite interactions, and sustainable aquaculture solutions. Key contributions include genomic studies of blood flukes and eDNA applications in marine pest detection. Advising & Grants: Supervises research in parasite diagnostics and aquaculture. Collaborates on projects funded by industry and government, focusing on tuna health and biosecurity. Labs/Teams: Leads research groups in marine parasitology and molecular diagnostics at RMIT’s School of Science.

Debbie Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paleoceanography
• Thermohaline Circulation
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Debbie Thomas is a Professor at Texas A&M University, serving as Executive Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs at Texas A&M University at Galveston and Associate Provost. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2002), M.S. (1998), and B.S. from Brown University (1995). Her research focuses on paleoceanography, particularly Cretaceous and Cenozoic deep-sea sediment records to study global heat transport and thermohaline circulation patterns. She employs radiogenic isotopes, stable isotopes, and trace element geochemistry to reconstruct ancient oceanic processes. Key research areas include evolution of Atlantic and Pacific thermohaline circulation, reconstruction of South Atlantic deep-water formation, and Eolian sedimentation in the Pacific during the Paleogene. Awards include the Distinguished Lecturer (2008-2009) and Montague Center for Teaching Excellence Scholar Award (2008). Her work bridges geochemistry and paleoclimatology, addressing climate transitions from greenhouse to icehouse states. Publications span over two decades, with recent emphasis on Cretaceous Southern Ocean dynamics and Paleocene Pacific dust fluxes. Her advising includes student-led studies on deep-water formation and climate variability. Active in interdisciplinary oceanography, she contributes to global sediment core analyses and paleoceanographic modeling.

Jean-François Rubinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Aquatic Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jean-François Rubin is a Professor at the Department of Ecology and Evolution, University of Lausanne. His research focuses on ecological studies of aquatic species, including turtle diet analysis, fish health monitoring, and invasive species management. He has contributed to projects involving metabarcoding techniques, environmental impact assessments, and conservation strategies for endangered species. Education: PhD Thesis Direction: Supervised Charlotte Ducotterd's thesis on European pond turtle ecology (2020). Research Interests: His work spans conservation biology, aquatic ecology, and environmental monitoring. Key areas include the application of molecular methods for diet analysis, long-term ecosystem dynamics, and mitigating threats from invasive species like Procambarus clarkii. Publications: Rubin's publications (2012-2021) highlight trends in molecular ecology, conservation strategies for freshwater species, and environmental health assessments. Notable works include studies on turtle feeding behavior and brown trout disease correlations. Grants & Labs: Active in interdisciplinary research groups within the Department of Ecology and Evolution, contributing to projects like the ERC/SNSF grants mentioned on the department page. Collaborates with teams focused on evolutionary biology and environmental monitoring.

Lika Konstadiaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Biology
• Marine Biology
• Environmental Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lika Konstadia is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Crete. She obtained her Ph.D. in 1996 from the University of Tennessee. Her research focuses on Mathematical Biology, particularly applying Dynamic Energy Budget (DEB) theory to study organismal growth, reproduction, and environmental interactions. She has contributed to modeling fish physiology (e.g., European sea bass), phytoplankton dynamics, and climate change impacts on marine ecosystems. Her academic roles include teaching Biomathematics, Biostatistics, and Mathematical Biology courses. She leads the AmP project, comparing species through DEB parameters. Her work spans topics like thermal tolerance in farmed fish, dissolved organic matter release by phytoplankton, and energy allocation strategies in animals. Her lab is located in the Biology building at the University of Crete.

• Archaeology
• Indigenous Studies
• Coastal Archaeology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Sean Ulm is a Theme Leader for Cultural & Linguistic Transformations at The Cairns Institute and holds a Professorial Chair at James Cook University's College of Arts, Society & Education . He is affiliated with the Language and Culture Research Centre and the Centre for Tropical Environmental and Sustainability Studies , focusing on archaeology in northern Australia and the western Pacific. His research addresses persistent problems in tropical archaeology, including coastal and underwater archaeology , Indigenous cultural heritage , landscape evolution , and human adaptation to environmental change . Recent work explores submerged cultural landscapes , shell midden preservation , and long-term demographic patterns through computational modeling and field excavation. Professor Ulm contributes to major databases like SahulArch and OCTOPUS , advancing methodologies in radiocarbon calibration , palynological analysis , and 3D digital zooarchaeology . His projects emphasize collaboration with Indigenous communities and interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability challenges.

Inga Frøland Steindalمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Coral Reef Studies
• Circadian Biology
• Marine Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Inga Frøland Steindal is a Research Fellow at the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef Studies (operational until 2022), affiliated with James Cook University in Townsville, Australia. As a Human Frontier Science Program postdoc, her work focuses on circadian biology in marine organisms, particularly light sensitivity and reproductive timing mechanisms in hard corals and fish species like zebrafish and Astyanax mexicanus. Research Interests: Circadian rhythms, non-visual photoreception, coral spawning synchronization, climate change impacts on marine ecosystems Email: inga.steindal@jcu.edu.au Her publications reveal expertise in: Zebrafish intrinsic heartbeat rhythms (2021) Spectral light sensitivity in fish circadian clocks (2020) Comparative analysis of circadian mechanisms (2019) Cavefish circadian development and light responses (2018)