جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lei Leiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Origin of Life
• Evolution of the Genetic Code
• Transcriptional Regulation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Lei Lei is a faculty member at the University of New England's Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering since 2010. He specializes in teaching undergraduate courses such as Cell and Molecular Biology and Developmental Neurobiology, earning the Debra J. Summers Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence in 2018. His research focuses on two core areas: transcriptional regulation in neural development and the evolutionary origins of life and genetic code. Lei holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Michigan State University (1998) and a B.S. in Biology from Wuhan University (1991). He completed postdoctoral training in Developmental Biology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. His work has been supported by grants including NIH R01 awards and the COBRE interdisciplinary center for Pain and Sensory Function studies. Lei’s research integrates evolutionary biology with molecular mechanisms, exploring how genetic code evolution intersects with modern developmental biology. His lab investigates transcriptional networks controlling sensory neuron development and axon regeneration, with a focus on Sox11 and Klf7 transcription factors. He has presented at major conferences like the Society for Developmental Biology and the Gordon Research Conference on Neurotrophic Factors. Grants: NIH R01 (2020), COBRE P20GM103643 (2015), and multiple institutional partnerships. Labs/Teams: Collaborates across institutions including Mayo Clinic Arizona and Barrow Neurological Institute. Future Work: Expanding studies on genetic code evolution and neurotrophic factor pathways in chronic pain.

• Neurology
• Physiology
• Biophysics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen Caldwell Cannon is a Professor of Physiology and Neurology at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine, where he also serves as Act/Interim Department Chair for Molecular and Medical Pharmacology and Department Chair for Physiology. He holds an MD and PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and a BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering from Washington University. His research focuses on the pathophysiology of myotonia and periodic paralysis, with a particular emphasis on ion channel dysfunction and genetic mutations in skeletal muscle diseases. His work has been supported by multiple NIH grants, including R01AR078198 and R01AR063182, and he leads the Cannon Lab at UCLA. His publications span top journals like Nature Communications , Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , and Brain , addressing mechanisms of voltage-gated ion channels, gating pore currents, and therapeutic strategies for muscle disorders. Recent studies highlight his contributions to understanding hypokalemic periodic paralysis and Andersen-Tawil syndrome. Cannon has received prestigious awards such as the Biophysical Society Award in the Biophysics of Health and Disease (2022), the Paul Horowicz Endowed Lecture (2019), and the MERIT Award from the NIH (2008-2018). He has also contributed to clinical guidelines for nondystrophic myotonias and mentored numerous researchers in molecular physiology and neurological diseases.

Robert Moyzisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Human Genome Organization
• Complex Genetic Disorders
• Telomere Biology
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Robert Moyzis is a Visiting Distinguished Professor of Biological Chemistry at Soka University of America. He holds a PhD from Johns Hopkins University and has held prominent roles such as Director of the Center for Human Genome Studies at Los Alamos National Laboratory and Professor at the University of California, Irvine. His research focuses on human genome organization, telomere biology, and the genetic basis of complex disorders like ADHD and Alzheimer’s. Moyzis pioneered the discovery of human telomere sequences and contributed to the Human Genome Project. He has received prestigious awards, including the Los Alamos Medal (2018) and the E.O. Lawrence Presidential Award (1993). His work bridges molecular genetics with evolutionary studies, exploring how cultural factors influence human DNA evolution. Current projects include gene-environment interactions and the role of dopamine receptors in longevity. Education: PhD in Biophysics/Molecular Genetics from Johns Hopkins University. Research Interests: Human genome evolution, telomere biology, ADHD genetics, and cultural genomics. His lab’s work on Darwinian selection in humans challenges assumptions about modern human evolution, suggesting cultural influences shape genetic changes. Grants & Collaborations: Led NIH-funded studies on ADHD genetics and longevity, collaborated with institutions globally, including Beijing Normal University. Awards: Includes the Los Alamos Medal, AAAS Fellowship, and multiple NIH grants.

Allison Barryمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cardiorespiratory Fitness
• Physical Activity
• Tactical Populations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Allison Barry is an Assistant Professor at the School of Health and Consumer Sciences, South Dakota State University. Her research focuses on enhancing cardiorespiratory fitness and physical activity levels in tactical populations such as firefighters and police officers, while developing wellness initiatives for these groups. She holds a Ph.D. in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (North Dakota State University, 2018), an M.S. in Kinesiology (University of North Dakota, 2014), and a B.S. in Exercise Science (University of Montana, 2012). Educations: Ph.D., Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, North Dakota State University (2018) M.S., Kinesiology, University of North Dakota (2014) B.S., Exercise Science, University of Montana (2012) Dr. Barry’s research emphasizes translating physiological insights into practical wellness programs for emergency service workers. Her studies investigate physical activity patterns, nutrition, and muscle health, particularly in middle-aged populations. Recent work includes developing occupational-specific fitness protocols for firefighters and exploring the role of protein intake in muscle maintenance. Her scholarly contributions span topics like sensory neuron subpopulations, proteomic profiling, and the impact of dietary leucine on muscle quality. These studies reflect her interdisciplinary approach to improving health outcomes through exercise science and nutrition. Affiliations: National Strength and Conditioning Association, American College of Sports Medicine. Professional Experience: Assistant Professor, South Dakota State University (2022–present) Assistant Professor, Pittsburg State University (2018–2022)

David R. Entenbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Photonics-based assays
• Intravital imaging
• Quantitative digital pathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David R. Entenberg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He also serves as Co-Director of the Gruss-Lipper Biophotonics Center and holds leadership roles in the Integrated Imaging Program, including Director of Technology Development and Leader of the Computational Analysis of Biomarkers Program. His research focuses on developing photonics-based assays to study cancer metastasis, with specialties in intravital imaging, quantitative digital pathology, and biomarker validation. He has pioneered surgical engineering techniques for imaging metastasis in live models, including lung and pancreatic imaging windows. Dr. Entenberg's work bridges physics and biology, leveraging expertise in optical and mechanical engineering to advance cancer research tools. His research interests include optimizing mouse models for real-time metastasis visualization, designing implantable microdevices to alter tumor microenvironments, and applying multiphoton microscopy to study tumor-cell interactions. He co-authored key primers on multiphoton imaging and teaches at Einstein's Quantitative Imaging of Cells course. His lab's innovations have led to breakthroughs in understanding metastatic pathways, macrophage roles in cancer progression, and racial disparities in breast cancer outcomes. Dr. Entenberg's publications highlight advancements in tumor microenvironment analysis, biomarker validation (e.g., TMEM scoring), and preclinical therapy testing using Listeria-based delivery systems. His collaborative projects span breast, pancreatic, and thyroid cancer models, with a focus on translating imaging technologies into clinical applications. His lab is actively developing novel imaging platforms and biomarker tools to improve metastasis prediction and therapeutic targeting. Current efforts include refining intravital imaging techniques for prolonged observation of metastatic processes and enhancing computational methods for analyzing tumor cell behavior in vivo.

David Shattuckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Neuroimaging
• Computational Biology
• Brain Imaging
• +۲ مورد دیگر

David Shattuck is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. He specializes in neuroimaging and computational neuroscience , with a focus on developing advanced software tools for brain analysis. Academic Affiliation: University of California Los Angeles Department: Neurology Research Focus: Neuroimaging, Brain Segmentation, Cortical Thickness Analysis, Computational Biology Research Contributions: Dr. Shattuck is the principal investigator for NIH R01NS074980 , developing the BrainSuite software suite for multimodal brain imaging analysis and visualization. His work spans human connectome mapping , mouse brain atlases , and neurodegenerative disease imaging . Scientific Trends: His recent publications emphasize deep learning in neuroimaging (e.g., SwinUNETR for mouse brain segmentation), structure tensor analysis for brain tissue orientation, and VR environments for neuroimaging visualization. Keywords across his work include Neuroscience , Medical Informatics , Genetic Disorders , and Biomedical Imaging . Collaborations: Dr. Shattuck collaborates extensively with researchers in neuroimaging genetics , clinical neuroscience , and computational biology , including Arthur Toga, Paul Thompson, and Richard Leahy.

Owen N. Witteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Prostate Cancer
• Neuroendocrine Cancer
• T Cell Receptor Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Owen N. Witte is a Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine , University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) , with dual appointments in Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics and Molecular and Medical Pharmacology . His research focuses on prostate cancer , neuroendocrine cancer , T cell receptor engineering , and molecular pharmacology . Research Highlights: Identified PGC-1α's role in neuroendocrine cancer progression Developed nanovial-based TCR screening for cancer immunopeptidomics Explored MYC-dependent RNA splicing in prostate cancer Mapped genomic/epigenomic landscapes of aggressive prostate cancer Scientific Awards: NIH U01CA233074 NIH R01CA222877 NIH R01CA220238 NIH U01CA164188 Collaborative Work includes immunotherapy development , cancer stem cell characterization , and precision medicine strategies for lethal neuroendocrine prostate cancer.

Annette Allenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Circadian Rhythms
• Neuroscience
• Vision Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Annette Allen is a Research Fellow specializing in circadian rhythms and visual systems. Her lab investigates how biological clocks modulate neural circuits, physiology, and behavior, particularly in rodents. She explores retinal and brain adaptations to light cycles, and redesigns visual displays to control photoreceptors like melanopsin. Research focuses on circadian specializations in retinal cells, consequences of circadian disruption on vision, and ecological niches influencing visual systems. Techniques include in vivo/ex vivo electrophysiology and circuit manipulation in nocturnal/diurnal rodents. Key contributions include advancing understanding of melanopsin's role in vision and developing lighting standards for health and animal welfare. Projects span biological timing, sensory systems, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Awards : Sir Henry Dale Fellow (202X) Impacts : International lighting standards, healthy lighting guidelines, and re-designed artificial lights for biological needs. Labs/Teams : Lab focuses on visual systems as models for neural flexibility, with emphasis on circadian and ecological adaptations.

Valia Bravo-Eganaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Immunogenetics
• Transplantation Medicine
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Valia Bravo-Egana is an Associate Professor at the Department of Surgery (Tissue Typing Unit), Medical College of Georgia. She holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from the University of Brasilia (2009) and is a Fellow of the American College of Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (2021). Her research focuses on immunogenetics, HLA typing, transplantation medicine, and molecular biology, with a particular emphasis on advancing diagnostic techniques like next-generation sequencing (NGS). She has contributed to the development of humanized mouse models for studying allogeneic responses in organ transplantation and has explored NGS applications in HLA gene analysis. Key awards include the 2023 AU/MCG Woman Who Inspires and the 2019 E3 Award. Her work bridges clinical and translational research, addressing challenges in organ transplantation and immunogenetics. She has also received grants such as the American Diabetes Association Postdoctoral Fellowship (2009). Her publications highlight innovations in laboratory medicine for transplantation, NGS impact on immunogenetics, and HLA allele characterization. She collaborates within her department’s Tissue Typing Unit to advance precision medicine in transplant outcomes.

Nik Mortonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Metabolism
• Genetics
• Biochemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nik Morton is a Professor at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) in the School of Science & Technology, serving as Director of the Centre for Systems Health and Integrated Metabolic Research. Previously, he held roles as Professor of Molecular Metabolism at the University of Edinburgh and led Post Graduate Research programs. His career includes Post-Doc work under Jonathan Seckl and fellowships from the Wellcome Trust, MRC, BHF, and Diabetes UK. Education: PhD in molecular biology of obesity and diabetes from the University of Buckingham, followed by Post-Doc training at the University of Edinburgh. Research focuses on genetics, biochemistry, and physiology underlying metabolic resilience, obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Key interests include 'resilience genes', mechanisms of metabolic disease resistance, and translational drug discovery. Publications emphasize genetic variants in metabolism, adipose tissue biology, and sulfurtransferase roles in metabolic health. Notable awards include Wellcome Trust Intermediate Fellowship (2009), Wellcome Career Development Fellowship (2013), and a BHF PhD Programme renewal in 2021. Advising and grants span multidisciplinary teams supported by major funders like Wellcome Trust, MRC, and BHF. Active in academic leadership, including roles on the Biochemical Society's Energy and Metabolism Panel and Diabetes UK grant review committees. Labs/Teams: Directs NTU's Centre for Systems Health, leading research into integrated metabolic pathways and translational health solutions.

• Molecular Biology
• Cellular Biology
• Oncology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adam Gromley is a Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biology at Lamar University, located in the Hamilton Math & Science Building. His research focuses on centrosome proteins, cancer mechanisms, cell cycle regulation, and primary cilia biology. He has contributed significantly to understanding cytokinesis, tumor suppression, and genetic signaling pathways in diseases like melanoma and rhabdomyosarcoma. His educational contributions include developing integrated textbooks on biochemistry and molecular biology, as well as pedagogical modules for medical education. Notable research areas include the roles of centriolin, pericentrin, and HECTD1 in cellular processes, alongside studies on ARF and p53-responsive genes in cancer suppression. Recent work (2022–2025) emphasizes CRISPR/Cas9 applications in cytokinesis studies, metabolic learning strategies, and centrosome interactions in oncogenesis. His findings have advanced understanding of primary cilia disruption in myoblasts and therapeutic potential of stem cell therapies. Academic advising and grants are not explicitly detailed in available records. His lab focuses on interdisciplinary approaches to cell biology and cancer research, though specific lab/team names are not mentioned here.

Barbara Bailusمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Gene Therapy
• Neurological Disorders
• CRISPR Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Barbara Bailus is an Assistant Professor of Genetics at the Riggs School School of Health Sciences . Her research focuses on neurological disorders, particularly gene therapy and delivery mechanisms for diseases like Angelman syndrome, Huntington’s disease, and Alzheimer’s. She leads the Bailus Lab , which pioneers custom proteins capable of crossing the blood-brain barrier to deliver therapeutics. Dr. Bailus holds a PhD and has conducted postdoctoral research at prominent institutions, contributing groundbreaking work in CRISPR and cell-penetrating peptides. She has published extensively, including studies on FKBP51’s role in Huntington’s disease and zinc-finger constructs. Her work has been recognized with a New Investigator grant from the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics . Education: Doctoral studies: Focus on cell-penetrating peptides and blood-brain barrier mechanisms. Postdoctoral studies: Investigated FKBP51 and autophagy in Huntington’s disease. Research Interests: Gene therapy and delivery systems. CRISPR and genome engineering applications. Neurological disorders, including Angelman and Huntington’s syndromes. Development of therapeutic proteins with blood-brain barrier-crossing capabilities. Publications: Her work spans neurology, molecular biology, and genetics, emphasizing translational research in gene editing and therapeutic delivery. Key areas include autophagy modulation, iPSC-based drug screening, and targeted protein delivery. Grants & Awards: New Investigator grant from the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics. Labs & Teams: The Bailus Lab collaborates on interdisciplinary projects at the intersection of genetics, neurology, and biotechnology, advancing therapies for intractable neurological conditions.

Alberto Mazzoniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroengineering
• Neural Dynamics
• Basal Ganglia Dysfunction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alberto Mazzoni is an Associate Professor and Head of the Computational Neuroengineering Lab at the BioRobotics Institute of Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna. His work focuses on neural engineering, motor disorders, and neuroprosthetics. Key affiliations include collaborations with GALVANI and the NEBIAS project. Education: PhD in Neurobiology (2007, SISSA/ISAS), MSc in Theoretical Physics (2002, University of Pisa). Post-doctoral research included roles at the Institute for Scientific Interchange (Torino) and Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia. Research interests center on basal ganglia dysfunction in Parkinson's and dystonia, sensory processing in neuroprosthetics, and computational models of neural systems. Notable projects include DBS efficacy studies, stroke recovery prediction, and Alzheimer's disease modeling. His lab develops bioelectronic solutions for movement disorders and sensory restoration. Collaborations span clinical neuroscience, robotics, and neuromorphic engineering. Over 100 peer-reviewed publications demonstrate expertise in neural dynamics, computational modeling, and translational neurotechnology. Grants and funding support work on neuroprosthetics, cognitive decline prediction, and personalized brain modeling. Ongoing efforts explore machine learning applications for early disease detection and adaptive neural interfaces.

• Cancer Biology
• Metabolic Mechanisms in Cancer
• Neuro-Oncology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Samuel McBrayer is an Assistant Professor at the Children's Medical Center Research Institute (CRI) at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in cancer biology, focusing on metabolic mechanisms driving tumor formation, particularly in brain tumors. His research integrates genetic engineering, organoid models, and metabolomics to uncover vulnerabilities in IDH-mutant gliomas. Education: BA in Biochemistry (Baylor University), PhD in Cancer Biology (Northwestern University). Postdoctoral Training: Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Harvard Medical School (Kaelin Lab). Research interests include metabolic reprogramming in glioma, synthetic lethality in cancer, and developing therapies targeting metabolic dependencies. Key projects involve IDH1 mutation-driven gliomagenesis and organoid-based precision oncology. Recent work highlights discoveries in pyrimidine biosynthesis vulnerabilities (Cancer Cell 2022) and immune activation via IDH inhibition (Science 2024). Awards include NCI grants and CPRIT funding ($2M+ in 2025). Lab Members: 18 current trainees including MD/PhD students, postdocs, and research associates. Key Collaborations: Dana-Farber, Harvard, and UT Southwestern departments. Future directions focus on translating metabolic insights into clinical therapies for glioma patients.

Carol Wiseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetics
• Pediatrics
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carol Wise is a Professor in the McDermott Center for Human Growth and Development and the Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Pediatrics at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW). She also serves as Director of Basic Research at Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. Her research focuses on spinal genetics, musculoskeletal diseases in children, and next-generation genomic methods, particularly adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. She co-directs the TSRHC GOOD for KIDs program and leads NIH-funded projects investigating scoliosis mechanisms. Education : B.S. in Chemistry from Texas A&M University; Ph.D. in Biochemistry from UTSW. Postdoctoral training at Baylor College of Medicine and UTSW. Her laboratory manages key resources like the TSRHC Scoliosis Biobank and the U.S. DNA repository for the Primordial Registry. Recent work emphasizes genomic approaches to rare diseases and molecular signaling pathways in scoliosis. She chairs the International Consortium for Spinal Genetics, Development, and Disease. Publications highlight her focus on genetic susceptibility, molecular mechanisms, and translational research in musculoskeletal disorders. Ongoing NIH grants support mechanistic studies of scoliosis and related conditions. Advising & Grants : Leads NIH-funded initiatives; collaborates on clinical and genomic research projects. Labs/Teams : TSRHC Scoliosis Biobank, GOOD for KIDs program, and international consortia collaborations.