جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cardiovascular Research
• Hypertension
• Pharmacology
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Nancy J. Brown, M.D., is the Jean and David W. Wallace Dean of the Yale School of Medicine and holds the C.N.H. Long Professorship in Internal Medicine. Previously, she served as Chair of Vanderbilt Department of Medicine and Physician-in-Chief of Vanderbilt University Medical Center (2010–2020). Her academic career spans over three decades, with leadership roles in clinical care, research, and medical education. Education: MD, Harvard University (1986) AB in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry, Yale College (1981) Internship and Residency in Medicine, Vanderbilt University (1989) Fellowship in Clinical Pharmacology, Vanderbilt University (1991) Chief Resident, Vanderbilt University (1992) Research Interests: Dr. Brown’s work focuses on the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system’s role in cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and thrombosis. Her lab has elucidated mechanisms linking aldosterone, bradykinin, and ACE inhibitors to inflammation, fibrosis, and cardiovascular risk. Current studies explore neprilysin inhibitors in heart failure and incretin-based therapies’ cardiovascular effects. Key Contributions: Identified genetic variants and African ancestry as risk factors for ACE inhibitor-associated angioedema Developed Vanderbilt’s Master of Science in Clinical Investigation program (2000) Advocated for physician-scientist development through leadership roles in NIH councils and professional organizations Recognition: Recipient of the Harriet Dustan Award, August M. Watanabe Prize, and Robert H. Williams Distinguished Chair of Medicine. Elected to the National Academy of Medicine and American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Labs/Teams: Leads the Yale School of Medicine’s cardiovascular research initiatives, focusing on translational studies of RAAS pathways and drug mechanisms.

• Neurosurgery
• Functional Neurosurgery
• Neuromodulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zion Zibly, MD, MBA is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Yale School of Medicine . He holds multiple leadership roles including Director of the Center of Neuromodulation , Director of the Center of Neurosurgical Cancer Pain , and Head of Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery and the Focused Ultrasound Institute . Previously served as Chair of Neurosurgery at Sheba Medical Center after graduating from Technion’s Faculty of Medicine (MD) and Coller School of Management (MBA). Research Interests: Specializes in Neuromodulation for movement disorders (Parkinson’s, tremors, dystonia), Deep Brain Stimulation , Gene Therapy for pediatric neurodegenerative conditions, Oncological Neurosurgery , and Neurological Pain Management . Combines Functional Neurosurgery with Focused Ultrasound technology. Scientific Contributions: Participated in pioneering Alzheimer’s brain stimulator procedures and Gene Therapy applications. Active member of the North American Association of Functional Neurosurgery and Israeli Neurosurgical Society . Clinical Expertise: Implantation of electrostimulators for Parkinson’s and essential tremor, treatment of Benign/Malignant CNS Tumors , and management of Neurological Pain Conditions . Affiliated with Yale Cancer Center and Center for Brain & Mind Health .

• Statistical Methods in Biomedical Research
• Biomarker Analysis
• Clinical Trial Design
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Todd A. Alonzo is a Professor of Research in the Department of Preventive Medicine at the University of Southern California . As Group Statistician for the Children's Oncology Group , he focuses on statistical methods for biomarker analysis, medical diagnostic testing, and clinical trial design in pediatric acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Education: B.S. in Statistics, California State Polytechnic University (1994) MS and PhD in Biostatistics, University of Washington (1997, 2000) Research Interests include: Development of statistical frameworks for diagnostic accuracy Genomic and proteomic profiling in AML Pharmacogenomic score systems for chemotherapy response Non-inferiority trial design in low-event-rate settings Health disparities in pediatric oncology Scientific Awards : Fellow, American Statistical Association (2018) Outstanding Teacher Award, International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (2017) NIH Predoctoral Cardiovascular Biostatistics Training Grant (1995) ENAR Biometrics Society Distinguished Student Paper Award (1999) WNAR Biometrics Society Best Student Oral Presentation (1999) Leadership & Service includes editorial board memberships (Biometrics, Pediatric Blood & Cancer, Biometrical Journal), reviewer for 30+ scientific journals, and roles on multiple Data Safety and Monitoring Boards. He served as President of the International Biometric Society Western Northern America Region (WNAR) in 2009.

Preet Singhمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corrosion Science
• Electrochemistry
• Metals and Alloys
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Preet Singh is a Professor and Associate Chair for Graduate Studies in the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Georgia Tech, with affiliations to the College of Engineering. His research focuses on corrosion science, electrochemistry, and environmental degradation of materials, particularly metals and alloys. Prior to joining Georgia Tech in 2003, he was a faculty member at the Institute of Paper Science and Technology (IPST), where he investigated corrosion issues in the pulp and paper industry. Professor Singh's work explores fundamental mechanisms of material degradation in industrial environments, aiming to develop mitigation strategies against environment-induced failures. Key research areas include corrosion fatigue, hydrogen embrittlement, stress corrosion cracking, and oxidation behavior. His group employs experimental approaches to study material reliability under varying chemical and mechanical conditions. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration across oncology, agriculture, and energy systems, reflecting broad applications of materials science principles. Research trends show increased focus on biomedical materials and sustainable technologies alongside core corrosion studies. Professor Singh advises graduate students including Abdullah Alzubail, Yousif Al Rabie, Sai Shreeya, Yara, and Sean Li. He directs the Corrosion and Materials Reliability Laboratory (CMCRL), which partners with industry to solve practical engineering challenges related to material performance.

• Cancer Research
• Immunology
• Oncology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Karen Anderson is a Professor at Arizona State University (ASU), affiliated with the School of Life Sciences, the Biodesign Center for Personalized Diagnostics, and the College of Health Solutions. Her research focuses on tumor biology and immune system interactions in cancer, particularly developing biomarkers for early detection of cancers like breast, ovarian, pancreatic, and HPV-related cancers. She employs molecular techniques such as protein arrays, next-gen sequencing, and functional genomics to identify therapeutic targets and vaccine candidates. Education: Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology (Duke University), M.D. from Duke University School of Medicine, and B.A. in Chemistry (University of Virginia). Research interests include cancer immunotherapy, autoantibody profiling, and translational applications of proteomics. Key achievements include pioneering autoantibody-based biomarker assays and investigating HPV serology in head and neck cancers. Awards include the Health Care Heroes Award and recognition as one of Arizona's Most Influential Women. Teaching responsibilities include courses on research techniques and honors thesis supervision. Grants span biomarker validation, cancer genomics, and point-of-care diagnostics. Active in professional service, including roles in grant review panels and public health initiatives.

• Police & Policing
• Community Safety & Crime Prevention
• Prisons, Probation & Parole Policy & Practice
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Philip Birch is a distinguished academic in Criminology at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Faculty of Design & Society, School of International Studies & Education. With over 15 years of academic experience across British, American, and Australian university systems, he has established himself as a leading expert in policing, community safety, and criminal justice. His extensive practical background in criminology, including roles as a Specialist Crime Team Manager, Community Safety Research Manager, and Through Care Worker in UK correctional facilities, informs his applied research approach. Professor Birch's educational background includes a BSocSci. (Hons) in Social Policy (Crime & Justice) from the University of Manchester, multiple postgraduate qualifications from the Open University (including an MSc. in Social & Criminological Research Methods), a Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Practice from the University of Huddersfield, and a PhD in Criminology from the University of New South Wales. He also holds a Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy. His research centers on six key areas: Police & Policing; Community Safety & Crime Prevention; Prisons, Probation & Parole Policy & Practice; Assessment, Treatment & Management of Offenders; Gender & sexuality inclusive Domestic and Family Violence; and Sex Work, Sex Workers and Procurement. His work emphasizes the practical application of criminological research to real-world justice issues, with strong industry engagement across law enforcement and correctional services. Recent publications reveal a clear trend toward police mental health, aging in policing, hate crime identification, trauma-informed policing approaches, and digital community safety initiatives. His research employs diverse methodologies including qualitative case studies, Delphi methods, rapid evidence assessments, and comparative analyses across multiple jurisdictions. Teaching award (2019) from Australian College of Educators for outstanding contribution to education Literati Award (2019) for published work Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy Professor Birch has supervised numerous Honours, Masters by Coursework, Masters by Research and PhD students in Criminology, Criminal Justice and Policing, with several completions to date. He has secured over $1.3 million in research funding, including an ARC Linkage grant, and has acted as an external assessor for domestic and international funding bodies. His research projects address critical issues in criminology and policing, often with direct policy implications. He established the Crime & Security Science (CaSS) Research Group at UTS in 2022, a cross-faculty initiative connecting academia with industry to advance evidence-based criminology, criminal justice, policing, and community safety research. This group serves as a hub for collaborative projects addressing contemporary security challenges through translational research.

Ping Heمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Immunity
• Molecular Biology
• Genetic and Biochemical Approaches
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ping He is a Professor in the Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB) at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. His research focuses on plant immunity mechanisms, particularly using Arabidopsis as a model system to study pathogen defense activation, signaling pathways, and the interplay between immunity and environmental stress responses. He also leads the Molecular, Plant-Microbe Interaction Laboratory, applying interdisciplinary approaches (genetics, biochemistry, cellular biology) to enhance crop resilience through foundational plant science discoveries. His work bridges plant biology and computational biology, with recent contributions to AI-driven medical imaging applications such as bladder cancer treatment response assessment, lung cancer early detection, and breast tomosynthesis denoising. These efforts emphasize integrating machine learning into clinical workflows and establishing best practices for AI in healthcare. Research Highlights: Plant immunity signaling and environmental stress crosstalk Radiomics and deep learning for cancer diagnosis/prognosis AI model validation and multi-institutional clinical trials Medical imaging artifact correction (e.g., motion blur, noise) Publications emphasize AI applications in oncology imaging, radiologist decision support systems, and multimodal data fusion. He has contributed to AAPM task group guidelines for AI in computer-aided diagnosis and advocates for rigorous quality assurance frameworks in medical AI deployment.

Laia Becaresمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Epidemiology
• Health Inequalities
• Racism and Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laia Becares is a Professor of Social Science and Health at King's College London, part of the School of Global Affairs and the Department of Global Health & Social Medicine. She previously held roles at the University of Sussex (2018-2022) and the University of Manchester (2010-2018), where she maintains an Honorary position. She serves as an Editor of Sociology of Health and Illness and on the Academic Reference Group of the NHS Race and Health Observatory. Her work is funded by organizations such as the Nuffield Foundation and the Health Foundation. Laia holds a PhD in Social Epidemiology from University College London (UCL) and a Master's in Public Health from Boston University School of Public Health. Her research employs an interdisciplinary approach, collaborating with sociologists, psychiatrists, geographers, and demographers to understand how discrimination and marginalization perpetuate social and health inequities. Key areas include racism, homophobia/heterosexism, LGBTQ+ inequalities, and the impact of systemic oppression across life stages. She co-developed the Queerantine Study on pandemic impacts on LGBTQ+ communities and leads the ESRC Centre for Society and Mental Health, fostering student mentorship in health inequality topics. Her scientific awards include ESRC/MRC Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (2010-2012), Hallsworth Research Fellowship (2012-2016), and ESRC Future Research Leader Fellowship (2012-2015). Recent work focuses on ethnic healthcare disparities in multimorbidity and longitudinal studies of racism's effects on health outcomes. Ongoing projects include LGBTQ+ policymaking networks and the GHSM Anti Racism Steering Group, addressing structural inequities in academia and healthcare. Laia’s grants include Nuffield Foundation funding for ethnic inequalities in later life and Health Foundation support for healthcare equity studies. She advocates for integrating lived experiences into research design, particularly through the Evidence for Equality National Survey (EVENS). Her lab affiliations include Queer@King’s and the ESRC Centre for Society and Mental Health, emphasizing collaborative, community-driven approaches.

• Ophthalmology
• Corneal Surgery
• Laser Vision Correction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Males is a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney and Director of Ophthalmology Training at Sydney Eye Hospital. His clinical and research expertise focuses on corneal surgery, cataract surgery, and laser vision correction. He pioneered Descemet's Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK) in Australia and is conducting clinical trials on Collagen Cross-Linking for keratoconus. His research spans corneal transplantation techniques, refractive error management, and ocular surface regeneration. Dr. Males holds roles as a consultant at major hospitals and serves as an examiner for the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists. Research interests include corneal biomechanics, surgical innovation for keratoconus, and outcomes analysis of cross-linking therapies. He leads studies on corneal densitometry, dry eye correlations, and long-term efficacy of surgical interventions. His work bridges clinical practice with translational research in regenerative medicine and ocular surface engineering. Publications span over 20 years, emphasizing corneal transplantation advancements, keratoconus management, and surgical complication resolution. His contributions to global consensus guidelines for endothelial keratoplasty highlight leadership in standardizing surgical practices.

Sharon Abrahamsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Neuropsychology
• Neuroimaging
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sharon Abrahams is a Professor of Neuropsychology and holds a Personal Chair at the University of Edinburgh's School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences. She leads research in clinical and experimental neuropsychology, focusing on neurodegenerative diseases like motor neurone disease/ALS and frontotemporal dementia. Her work integrates neuroimaging, cognitive assessment, and clinical intervention. She is affiliated with the Euan MacDonald Centre for Motor Neurone Disease, the Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences, and Edinburgh Neuroscience. Current PhD students include Monica de Icaza Valenzuela, Debbie Gray, and Caroline McHutchison. Abrahams has secured over 17 research grants since 2008, including projects on cognitive screening in MND, apathy impact, and the ECAS tool. Her research emphasizes cognitive and behavioral changes in ALS, with a focus on early detection, staging, and patient quality of life. Notable contributions include the Edinburgh Cognitive and Behavioural ALS Screen (ECAS), validated across multiple languages and populations.

Steven Sicilianoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Toxicology
• Environmental Science
• Polar Ecosystems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steven Siciliano is a Professor and NSERC/FCL Industrial Research Chair in In Situ Remediation and Risk Assessment at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources. He leads the CREATE Human and Ecological Risk Assessment Program. His expertise spans soil toxicology, greenhouse gas dynamics in polar ecosystems, and nitrogen cycle interactions in contaminated environments. Education: Ph.D. in Toxicology, University of Saskatchewan B.Sc. in Biochemistry, Concordia University Research Interests: His work focuses on human-soil interaction dynamics, including soil pollution impacts on human health (e.g., PAH toxicity via soil ingestion) and ecosystem resilience (e.g., nitrogen cycle disruptions). He investigates Arctic/Antarctic soil microbiology, greenhouse gas production in polar deserts, and the ecological effects of pollutants like mercury and petroleum hydrocarbons. His lab is divided into toxicology (e.g., metal cardiovascular effects, soil ingestion models) and ecology (e.g., sub-zero water effects on gene expression, Arctic nitrogen cycles). Teaching: Teaches courses on environmental fate analysis, contaminated site management, and advanced risk assessment methodologies at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Courses include EVSC 420, TOX 820, and EVSC 821. Grants & Labs: Directs the CREATE Program and leads projects funded by NSERC and industry partnerships. His lab integrates fieldwork, molecular techniques, and modeling to address environmental remediation challenges. Collaborates on projects like cryoturbation-driven carbon dynamics and microbial community analysis in agricultural systems. Labs/Teams: Active in soil science research teams, including Arctic soil microbiology and bioremediation innovation groups. Engages in interdisciplinary collaborations with environmental engineers and ecologists to advance in situ remediation technologies.

Hang Luمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Science Communication
• Health Communication
• Environmental Communication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hang Lu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication and Media at the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. He specializes in science, health, environmental, and risk communication (ComSHER), with a focus on media psychology. His research explores audience responses to media messages about sensitive topics and strategies to enhance message effectiveness. Lu holds a Ph.D. in Communication from Cornell University (2018), along with advanced degrees from Cornell, Marquette University, and Central South University in China. He directs the Media and Risk (MaR) Lab and previously served as a postdoctoral fellow at the Annenberg Public Policy Center. His research spans four main areas: 1) emotion dynamics in media responses, 2) predictors of information behaviors, 3) media effects on stigmatization, and 4) AI applications in sensitive domains. He has published in journals like Journal of Communication , Risk Analysis , and Public Understanding of Science , earning multiple top paper awards. As Vice Chair of the Environmental Communication Division at the International Communication Association, Lu contributes to interdisciplinary dialogue. His work addresses critical societal issues such as climate change communication, vaccination hesitancy, and emerging technology ethics.

• Statistical Genomics
• Computational Immunology
• Human Genetics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Yang Luo is a Kennedy Trust Senior Research Fellow in Data Science at the University of Oxford's Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology. His research bridges statistical genomics and computational immunology to unravel genetic contributions to immune-mediated traits, with a focus on the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) region. His work leverages large biobank datasets (UK Biobank, Biobank Japan), gene expression resources (GTEx), and proteomic data to decode molecular mechanisms linking genetic variation to disease risk. Specific interests include tuberculosis genetics, multi-ancestry polygenic risk scores, and single-cell eQTL modeling. Recent publications highlight expertise in HLA association studies, evolutionary immunogenetics, and disease-specific cell state dynamics. Key contributions include constructing a global HLA haplotype panel and developing novel statistical methods for admixed population genetics. Scientific Awards: Kennedy Trust Senior Research Fellow in Data Science His lab integrates computational and experimental approaches to translate genetic findings into clinical applications for immune disorders.

Xenophon Papademetrisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Image Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Biomedical Software Development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Xenophon Papademetris is a Professor of Biomedical Informatics & Data Science and Radiology & Biomedical Imaging at Yale School of Medicine. He serves as Associate Director of Biomedical Imaging Data Sciences at Yale Biomedical Imaging Institute and directs the Medical Software and Medical Artificial Intelligence Certificate Program. PhD in Electrical and Information Sciences from Yale University (2000) BA from Cambridge University (1994) Postdoctoral Fellowship at Yale University (2002) His research focuses on medical image analysis, machine learning, and biomedical software development. He has developed tools like BioImage Suite Web and contributed to standards committees at the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). His work spans modalities including MRI, CT, PET, and optical imaging. Recent publications emphasize neuroimaging analysis, explainable AI in healthcare, and multimodal data integration across species. He leads NIH-funded research under the BRAIN Initiative (R24 MH114805) and has authored a textbook on Medical Software published by Cambridge University Press. IEEE Senior Member Yale Brown-Coxe Postdoctoral Fellowship Harding Bliss Prize for Excellence in Engineering He directs the BioImage Suite Project, creating web-based image analysis tools using JavaScript and WebAssembly. His teaching includes both academic courses and a Coursera program on Medical Software with over 14,000 enrollments.

Sylvia Richardsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Biostatistics
• Bayesian Statistics
• Spatial Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sylvia Richardson is an MRC Investigator at the MRC Biostatistics Unit and holds a Research Professorship at the University of Cambridge, where she served as Director of the Biostatistics Unit from 2012 to 2021. She is affiliated with the Cambridge Mathematics of Information in Healthcare Hub (CMIH) at the Centre for Mathematical Sciences. Her work bridges advanced statistical methodology with critical healthcare applications, particularly in the analysis of complex biomedical data. Richardson's research spans multiple domains of biostatistics with a strong emphasis on Bayesian approaches. Her work has significantly advanced spatial modeling and disease mapping techniques, developed sophisticated methods for handling measurement error in epidemiological studies, and pioneered mixture and clustering models for integrative analysis of heterogeneous data sources. Her research addresses fundamental challenges in analyzing longitudinal health data, multimorbidity patterns, and complex disease trajectories. Her publication record demonstrates consistent methodological innovation applied to pressing healthcare challenges. Recent work focuses on traumatic brain injury outcomes, multimorbidity progression, genomic analysis, and statistical approaches to pandemic data. The articles reveal a strong pattern of methodological development driven by real-world healthcare challenges, with particular attention to longitudinal analysis, Bayesian computation, and integrative modeling approaches that can handle diverse and complex data structures. While specific awards are not detailed in the available information, Richardson's leadership as Director of the MRC Biostatistics Unit for nearly a decade and her continued Research Professorship reflect significant recognition of her contributions to the field. Her work with major international consortia like CENTER-TBI demonstrates her role in large-scale collaborative research efforts addressing critical health challenges. Richardson's research has substantial implications for healthcare policy and practice, particularly in understanding disease progression, developing predictive models for patient outcomes, and creating methodological frameworks that can integrate diverse data sources to generate meaningful clinical insights. Her work continues to influence both statistical methodology and healthcare applications through ongoing research and leadership in the field.