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Maria Paola Caneviniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Child Neuropsychiatry
• Epilepsy Research
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Maria Paola Canevini holds the position of Full Professor of Child Neuropsychiatry and directs the Developmental Neurology - Regional Epilepsy Center at ASST Santi Paolo e Carlo in Milan. Her academic work focuses on epilepsy, neurodevelopmental disorders, and genetic studies in neurological conditions. She graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Milan and specialized in Neurology, with over 300 scientific publications to her name. Her research spans epilepsy therapy optimization (e.g., brivaracetam, cannabidiol), neurogenetic syndromes (Rett syndrome, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex), and sleep neuroscience in neurologic populations. She leads projects on inclusion of people with disabilities and adolescent mental health , addressing transitions to adulthood for patients with ADHD or epilepsy. Collaborative efforts include the BRIVAFIRST epilepsy drug study and CRISIS AFAR pandemic impact analysis. Her work integrates machine learning (e.g., predicting perinatal depression) and innovative wearable technologies for chronic disease monitoring. She has contributed to multinational studies on epilepsy genetics and participates in EU-funded sustainability initiatives (MUSA project).

Akinyemi I. Ojesinaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cancer Genomics
• Tumor Ecology
• HPV-Associated Cancers
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Akinyemi I. Ojesina, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). He leads the Ojesina Oncopathogenomics Laboratory, which investigates the underlying causes of cancer through the lens of tumor ecology, where microbes synergize with genomic alterations to influence tumor initiation, progression, response to therapy, and prognosis. His work bridges translational genomics, metatranscriptomics, molecular epidemiology, and precision oncology. Dr. Ojesina's research program focuses on three primary areas: genomic characterization of molecular drivers in women's cancers, biology of atypical cervical cancers (particularly HPV-independent tumors), and the role of tumor microbiome in cancer initiation and progression. His laboratory applies cutting-edge genomic analyses and laboratory experiments to interrogate population-based patient samples, cell lines, and animal models. A key methodological contribution is his co-development of PathSeq, a computational tool for identifying microbial sequences in high-throughput sequencing data. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on cervical cancer genomics, with particular attention to HPV-related mechanisms, genomic alterations, and potential therapeutic targets. Across his work, Dr. Ojesina integrates multiple approaches including genomic sequencing, transcriptomic analysis, and functional validation to uncover novel insights into cancer biology, with implications for diagnostic biomarkers and predictive models in both local and global health contexts. Dr. Ojesina leads an active research team comprising postdoctoral researchers and fellows, and has secured significant funding from the National Cancer Institute for his project 'Molecular Markers for Tumors Associated with Extrachromosomal HPV' (2024-2029). His collaborative approach is evident in numerous multi-institutional publications, including major contributions to The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) and other large consortia focused on cervical cancer genomics. His work has appeared in high-impact journals including Nature, Nature Genetics, and Cancer Cell.

Lubo Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Perinatal Biology
• Hypoxia Research
• Vascular Pharmacology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lubo Zhang, PhD, is a Professor in the Pharmacology Division at Loma Linda University School of Medicine, serving as Director of the Center for Perinatal Biology. With over 386 publications and 13 NIH-funded projects, his work focuses on hypoxia adaptation, epigenetic programming, and maternal-fetal cardiovascular interactions. Education: PhD in Biology from Iowa State University (1990) Research Interests: Zhang's research investigates hypoxia-induced vascular dysfunction, microRNA regulatory mechanisms in pulmonary hypertension, and epigenetic modifications from prenatal exposures. His team explores calcium signaling pathways in uterine artery adaptation and mitochondrial oxidative stress in pregnancy complications. Recent Publications: 2024-2025 work highlights hypoxia's role in maternal vascular tone, microRNA-210's regulation of mtROS in pulmonary hypertension, and epigenetic consequences of maternal e-cigarette exposure. Key findings connect prenatal nicotine to adult cardiovascular vulnerability and identify TET2 as a critical mediator of hypoxia responses. Awards: Recipient of the Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center Centennial Vanguard Award (2006) Funding: Research funded by NIH (NICHD, NHLBI), National Science Foundation (MRI acquisition), and institutional grants. Projects include multi-omics approaches to fetal hypoxia adaptation and development of advanced imaging techniques for neonatal brain injury.

Philip Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Maternal and Fetal Health
• Obstetrics
• Placental Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Philip Baker is a Professor and Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of East Anglia, affiliated with Norwich Medical School and the Metabolic Health research group. He previously served as Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Life Sciences and Dean of Medicine at the University of Leicester, demonstrating a strong leadership trajectory in academic medicine. His research focuses on maternal and fetal health, with particular emphasis on placental biology, preeclampsia, prenatal environmental exposures (including air pollution and metals), and neurodevelopmental outcomes. His work integrates clinical obstetrics with molecular and epidemiological approaches, often from an international perspective shaped by leadership roles in North America, Asia, and Australasia. Recent publications highlight ongoing contributions to understanding placental regulation of fetal growth, vasodilatory dysfunction in preeclampsia, and the impact of environmental factors on child development. These works reflect a sustained focus on perinatal medicine and developmental origins of health and disease. Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences Principal author of the G8 2010 position paper on 'Health of Women and Children' Baker has supervised over 40 PhD/MD theses and secured over £50 million in direct research funding, with institutional applications exceeding £100 million. His leadership roles have involved managing budgets up to £250 million annually and large research teams. He is actively involved in major research initiatives such as the CLIMB cohort study and the STRIDER trial. He is based at the Bob Champion Research & Education Building at UEA and maintains a high research output, with over 450 peer-reviewed articles and an H-index of approximately 98.

• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
• Preeclampsia Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anna-Karin Wikström is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Senior Physician at the Department of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University. She previously served as Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Karolinska Institutet from 2016-2017. Her extensive clinical experience spans over two decades in obstetrics and gynecology, with specialized expertise in high-risk pregnancies. Her educational background includes medical studies at Karolinska Institutet (1985-1991), becoming a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology in 2001, earning her PhD from Uppsala University in 2006, and completing a post-doc at Karolinska Institutet's Clinical Epidemiology Unit (2009-2011). She became an associate professor at Uppsala University in 2011 before advancing to full professor in 2017. Professor Wikström's research primarily focuses on preeclampsia, where she leads major initiatives including IMPACT (a national study on preeclampsia prediction) and UP-MOST (a biobank for preeclampsia research). Her work spans cardiovascular effects of preeclampsia, brain imaging studies in affected women, and register-based epidemiological research. Beyond preeclampsia, her research interests include pregnancy in women with congenital heart disease, myasthenia gravis, and other chronic conditions. Her extensive publication record demonstrates expertise in maternal-fetal medicine with particular emphasis on prediction models for adverse pregnancy outcomes and understanding long-term health implications. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on neurological consequences of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, maternal physical activity effects on fetal outcomes, and innovative screening approaches for pregnancy complications. The research frequently utilizes large Swedish population-based registers, contributing significantly to evidence-based obstetric care in the Nordic region. Professor Wikström actively contributes to clinical research that directly impacts patient care, particularly in preeclampsia screening and prevention. Her work often takes a Nordic perspective, informing regional guidelines and practices. She collaborates extensively across disciplines including cardiology, neurology, and epidemiology to advance understanding of pregnancy complications and their long-term consequences.

Christina E Bootsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Reproductive Endocrinology
• Infertility
• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
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Christina E Boots, MD, MSCI, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility) at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She serves as Associate Program Director of Education for the REI Fellowship program and holds clinical privileges at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, and Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital. Education MD: Loyola University/Stritch School of Medicine (2009) MSCI: Northwestern University (2018) Residency: Obstetrics & Gynecology, University of Chicago Hospitals (2013) Fellowship: Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, Washington University in St. Louis (2016) Board Certifications: Obstetrics & Gynecology, Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility (ABOG) Research Focus Dr. Boots leads translational research on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), nutrition, and obesity impacts on reproductive health. She established Northwestern's holistic PCOS clinic and co-developed a multidisciplinary clinic for reproductive health in high-BMI populations. Her work bridges clinical practice with investigations into oocyte quality, metabolic influences on fertility, and assisted reproductive technology optimization for complex medical conditions. Publication Trends Recent articles (2024-2025) demonstrate her focus on reproductive technology adaptations for patients with cardiovascular/metabolic comorbidities and pioneering research on glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists in obesity-related infertility. Her scholarship emphasizes evidence-based protocols for medically complex fertility patients. Honors & Awards Star Reviewer Award, ASRM-Fertility & Sterility (2021, 2023, 2024) NIH Contraception & Infertility Research Grant (2019) Feinberg School of Medicine Excellence in Teaching Award (2019) Northwestern University Medical Student Teaching Award (2020) Leadership & Service As Chair of ASRM's Women's Council and Nutrition SIG, Dr. Boots shapes national reproductive health guidelines. She oversees trainee education as REI Fellowship Associate Director and contributes scholarly peer review as Associate Editor for Fertility and Sterility Reports and Editorial Board Member for Fertility and Sterility .

• Obstetrics
• Gynaecology
• Women's Health
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Christa Aubrey serves as an Assistant Professor (Special Continuing) in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Alberta. Her research focuses on critical women's health domains: Obstetrics and high-risk pregnancy management Gynaecological disorders and surgical interventions Reproductive medicine and fertility treatments Maternal-fetal health outcomes No scientific awards, student advisement records, or recent publications were documented in the source material.

Berend Isermannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Thrombo-inflammation
• Molecular Biology
• Immunology
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Professor Berend Isermann is a Professor of Laboratory Medicine at Leipzig University, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine. He leads research into thrombo-inflammation mechanisms, focusing on molecular pathways linking coagulation and inflammation in diseases such as diabetes, kidney failure, and cardiovascular conditions. His work has earned prestigious recognition, including the ERC Advanced Grant (2024) for a project investigating molecular switches in thrombo-inflammation. Education: Studied medicine at Würzburg (Germany), Bristol (UK), and New Haven (USA). Completed specialist training in internal medicine, endocrinology, and laboratory medicine at Heidelberg University Hospital. Previously held professorships at the Universities of Magdeburg (2011–2019) and Leipzig (2019–present). Research interests center on understanding how thrombo-inflammation drives diseases like preeclampsia, chronic kidney disease, and complications from infections like COVID-19. Key projects include studying tissue factor’s role in inflammation-coagulation cross-talk, microglial-brain interactions in chronic kidney disease, and developing therapies targeting molecular switches. Scientific achievements include discovering tissue factor’s complex with inflammatory regulators, published in high-impact journals, and advancing methods to measure thrombo-inflammatory biomarkers. His interdisciplinary team at Leipzig Medical Center explores therapeutic strategies to control thrombo-inflammation across multiple organ systems. Awards: ERC Advanced Grant (2024) valued at €2.5 million for five years of research into molecular mechanisms of thrombo-inflammation. Grants and collaborations: ERC-funded project involves analyzing molecular switches in heart disease, obesity, and cancer models. His work bridges basic science and clinical translation, with a focus on kidney-brain interactions and diet-based interventions like the green-Mediterranean diet’s epigenetic effects. Labs/Teams: Leads a cross-departmental team at Leipzig University Medical Center integrating immunology, nephrology, and cardiology research. Collaborates on projects involving placental thrombo-inflammation, anticoagulant drug effects, and machine learning applications in diagnostics.

Mary Barbeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• Neural Plasticity
• Work-Related Injuries
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Mary Barbe, PhD, is a Professor at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, with affiliations in multiple research centers: Cardiovascular Sciences, Biomedical Education and Data Science, Neural Sciences, the Center for Substance Abuse Research, and the Comprehensive NeuroAIDS Center. She conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of musculoskeletal and neural systems. Her research interests include: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMDs) and the effects of repetitive and forceful tasks on tissue degeneration and inflammation. Neural plasticity and sensorimotor dysfunction in animal models. Bladder and urethral sphincter reinnervation after spinal cord injury using surgical nerve transfer techniques. Role of fibrosis, inflammation, and aging in bone and connective tissue pathology. Her recent publications show a strong trend in translational research, combining anatomical, physiological, and behavioral assessments in rodent models to understand overuse injuries and neural repair. Her work spans fields such as orthopedics, urology, neuroscience, and rehabilitation science, often involving collaboration with clinical and surgical teams. Her scientific contributions are recognized through consistent publication in high-impact journals, including Journal of Hand Surgery , Neural Plasticity , Life Sciences , and Nature Reviews Urology , with many articles designated as reviews and freely accessible via PMC. Mary Barbe has made significant contributions to mentoring and collaborative research, though specific names of advisees are not listed. She has been continuously funded by major NIH institutes, including NIAMS and NINDS, supporting long-term projects on musculoskeletal injury and neural restoration. She is actively involved in laboratory-based research and collaborates with experts in urology and neuroanatomy. Her lab utilizes advanced techniques such as electrophysiology, neuroanatomical tract tracing, and behavioral assessments to evaluate functional recovery after injury.

• Emergency Medicine
• Prehospital Care
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mark Rollins is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine. He is board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and actively contributes to clinical and academic advancements in emergency care systems, with a focus on prehospital services and patient safety. Research Interests: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Prehospital Triage and Non-Transport Protocols Emergency Pharmacology (e.g., adenosine use) Pandemic Response in Emergency Settings Anesthesia for rare fetal and placental conditions His recent publications highlight his work on optimizing EMS decision-making during the COVID-19 pandemic and evaluating field treatments for cardiac arrhythmias. The research reflects a strong trend toward improving system efficiency, patient outcomes, and evidence-based protocols in emergency medicine. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in available sources. Advising and Grants: There is no public information indicating graduate student advising or grant funding. However, his collaborative research with faculty such as Kate Couturier, Andrew Ulrich, and Arjun Venkatesh suggests active engagement in team-based clinical research, likely supported by institutional or departmental funding at Yale. Labs and Research Teams: Mark Rollins is associated with research efforts in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Yale, particularly linked to the Center for Outcomes Research & Evaluation (CORE). His work involves collaborative, data-driven studies on emergency care delivery and system performance, indicating integration within interdisciplinary research teams focused on healthcare innovation and quality improvement.

• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Scattolon is an Associate Professor at McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology. Her clinical and research focus centers on maternal-fetal medicine and reproductive health. Research Interests: Preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) in twin pregnancies Hysterectomy for benign gynecologic conditions Uterine rupture during pregnancy Neuropharmacological mechanisms in animal models Article Trends: Over the past 15 years, her work spans obstetric complications (PPROM, uterine rupture), surgical interventions (hysterectomy), and neuropharmacological research involving dopamine and opioid receptors in rats. Clinical Impact: Her work on hysterectomy guidelines has been referenced in 2 clinical guideline sources and garnered 257 readers on Mendeley.

Mildred M. Ramirezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
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Mildred M. Ramirez, M.D. , is a Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Baylor College of Medicine , Houston, TX. She specializes in Maternal-Fetal Medicine and has contributed to high-impact studies in obstetric interventions, maternal outcomes, and neonatal resuscitation. Education: MD from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (1987); Residency (1991), Fellowship (1993), and Clinical Fellowship (1995) in maternal-fetal medicine. Research Interests focus on: Maternal-Fetal Medicine : Shoulder dystocia interventions, labor induction, cesarean delivery trends, and group B streptococcus protocols. High-Risk Pregnancies : Obesity-related surgical techniques, prenatal diagnostics for cervical shortening, and fetal death management. Clinical Guidelines : Co-authored 2010 American Heart Association neonatal resuscitation standards. Key Publications (2010-2013) span: Obstetric emergencies (shoulder dystocia, pulmonary embolism diagnosis) Minimally invasive surgical techniques (laparoscopic procedures in late-term pregnancy) Clinical trials on labor augmentation (oxytocin regimens) Largest-scale studies on cesarean delivery practices (2010) with multi-institutional collaborations

Yu Chengمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dynamic Treatment Regimes
• SMART (Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trials)
• Causal Inference
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Yu Cheng is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Statistics at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Dietrich School. She holds secondary appointments in Biostatistics and Psychiatry. Her research focuses on dynamic treatment regimes, SMART trials, causal inference, and multiple endpoints analysis. She leads a PCORI-funded method grant on SMART studies and co-investigates projects on cardiovascular disease and maternal/child health outcomes. Her awards include ASA Fellow (2024) and Pittsburgh Chapter Statistician of the Year (2020). Dr. Cheng earned her PhD in Statistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2006), following MS (National University of Singapore, 2001) and BS (University of Science and Technology of China, 1999) degrees. She has held leadership roles including ASA LiDS Section Treasurer (2021–2023), Department Chair (2014–present), and Director of Graduate Studies (2016). Her research integrates methodological innovation with clinical collaboration, addressing topics like HIV, smoking cessation, lupus, depression, and cystic fibrosis. Her 150+ publications span journals like Biometrics , Journal of the American Statistical Association , and Biostatistics . Teaching includes courses in Survival Analysis, Probability, and Statistical Consulting. She actively mentors students through supervised consulting programs.

• Applied Mathematics
• Computational Biology
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Paulo Lisboa is a Professor in Applied Mathematics at Liverpool John Moores University, where he conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of computational modeling, machine learning, and biomedical applications. His work spans healthcare technology, sports biomechanics, and genomic data analysis. His research focuses on developing advanced computational methods for real-world health challenges. Key areas include explainable AI for clinical classifiers, deep learning for perinatal monitoring, and modeling complex biological interactions in genomics. He also investigates biomechanical loading during physical activity using sensor-based and simulation techniques. The recent publication trends highlight consistent contributions in artificial intelligence applied to medicine and biology, particularly in making black-box models interpretable, predicting preterm birth through genetic interactions, and analyzing human movement dynamics. These works are published in high-impact journals across computational biology, biomedical engineering, and sports science. Paulo Lisboa actively collaborates with researchers in physiology, sports science, and clinical domains. His peer review activities for journals like Communications Medicine and PLOS ONE reflect his engagement with the broader scientific community. While no formal awards or student supervision details are listed, his extensive publication record demonstrates sustained scholarly impact in applied mathematics and translational computational research.

• Obstetric Anesthesia
• Neurological Disorders in Pregnancy
• Substance Use Disorders in Pregnancy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lisa Leffert is the Nicholas Greene Professor of Anesthesiology and Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology at Yale School of Medicine, serving as Chief of Anesthesiology at Yale New Haven Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital. She specializes in obstetric anesthesia and managing complex comorbidities in pregnant patients, particularly neurological disorders and substance use disorders. Dr. Leffert holds an MD from Harvard Medical School (1991) and is board-certified in Anesthesiology. Her research focuses on maternal health challenges, with notable contributions to evidence-based guidelines for regional anesthesia in antithrombotic patients and postdural puncture headache management. She served as President of the Society for Obstetric Anesthesia & Perinatology (SOAP), driving governance reforms to enhance diversity and inter-society collaboration. Her work emphasizes clinical practice improvements and interdisciplinary guidelines in high-risk obstetric anesthesia scenarios.