جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Age-Related Memory Loss
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
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Jonathan Brouillette is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the Université de Montréal, where he leads research on Alzheimer’s disease and age-related memory loss. His work focuses on identifying molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration and developing therapeutic interventions. He holds affiliations with the Signal Signaling and Circuitry Research Group (SNC) and the Quebec Interdisciplinary Research Center on the Brain and Learning (CIRCA). Education: PhD in Neuroscience (2001), McGill University Postdoctoral training at Yale University (2011) and Université de Lille 2 / Université de Louvain (2007) Research: Brouillette’s lab uses animal models and molecular biology techniques (e.g., RNAseq, immunohistochemistry) to study amyloid-beta oligomer toxicity, tau propagation, and sleep-cognition interactions. Key interests include neuroligin-1 as a blood biomarker and STEP phosphatase’s role in memory decline. Grants: He leads projects funded by CIHR, FRQS, and the Weston Brain Institute, totaling over CAD 5M since 2014. Notable grants include studies on amyloid-induced neurodegeneration and neuroligin-1 biomarker development. Awards: Includes FRQS Junior 2 Award (2020), Alzet-JoVE International Prize (2015), and multiple peer-recognized publications (e.g., Current Biology , PLoS Biology ). Labs & Teams: Directs the Alzheimer’s Disease Neurobiology Lab and collaborates with the CIMA-Q (Early Alzheimer’s Detection Consortium) and the Quebec Sleep Research Network (RQRS).

Pradeep Nathanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Neuropharmacology
• Neural substrates of cognition
• Neural substrates of emotion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Pradeep Nathan is an Affiliated Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Cambridge's School of Clinical Medicine, and also holds positions as an Honorary Professor at King's College London and Adjunct Professor of Neuroscience at Monash University. He works full-time as Executive Director and Leader in Experimental Medicine at Neurocrine Biosciences Ltd. His educational background includes pharmacology and neuroscience studies at the University of Melbourne, followed by a PhD in Experimental Medicine. His research focuses on neuropharmacology and neural substrates of cognition and emotion, as well as psychiatric and neurological endophenotypes. He utilizes cognitive, functional and molecular neuroimaging techniques including fMRI, electrophysiology, and PET to understand how neuropharmacological agents modulate cognitive and emotional processes and associated neural networks. His work also applies these approaches to CNS drug discovery through development of functional biomarkers for cognitive and emotional dysfunction in psychiatric and neurological disorders. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in areas including Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, Parkinson's disease, and addiction, with particular focus on muscarinic M1 receptor agonists, orexin receptor antagonists, and other neuropharmacological targets for cognitive and emotional disorders. His research has resulted in over 180 publications with an H-index of 55 and 11,000 citations. Fellow of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology Fellow of the American College of Clinical Pharmacology Professor Nathan has over 15 years of experience in drug development, playing significant leadership roles in pre-clinical and clinical development for various CNS targets. He has contributed to medical sciences through scientific peer review and collaboration across industry/academia boundaries. He has served on MRC panels and been part of European-wide working groups addressing challenges in psychiatric drug development. His laboratory and research team focus on translational neuroscience and drug discovery/development, with particular emphasis on experimental medicine strategies for CNS disorders.

Ron Keiflinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Neural Circuits
• Reward Prediction Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ron Keiflin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). He received his B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of Strasbourg, France, and his Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of Bordeaux, France. His postdoctoral research at UC San Francisco and Johns Hopkins University focused on the causal role of phasic dopamine signals in reward prediction learning. His lab at UCSB investigates neural mechanisms underlying associative learning, decision-making, and their dysfunctions in psychiatric disorders such as addiction and schizophrenia. Research Interests: Dr. Keiflin’s work combines advanced behavioral tasks in rodents with techniques like fiberphotometry, optogenetics, and chemogenetics to study neural circuits involved in reward processing, particularly dopamine pathways influencing striatal and prefrontal networks. His lab explores questions such as how organisms learn predictive relationships between events, exploit memories for adaptive decisions, and how these processes are disrupted in neuropsychiatric conditions. Advising & Grants: While specific grant details are not provided, his research aligns with cutting-edge neuroscience methodologies. His lab focuses on defining neural circuit dynamics and information processing principles governing behavior. Labs/Teams: His primary lab at UCSB integrates computational neuroscience approaches with molecular and cellular techniques to study behavior and neural circuits.

Gang Liمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Medical Imaging
• Neuroimaging
• Machine Learning in Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gang Li, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Radiology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, affiliated with the UNC IDEA Group (BRIC). His research focuses on advancing computational methods for neuroimaging analysis, particularly in infant and pediatric brain development. He holds a PhD from Northwestern Polytechnical University (Xi’an, China) and completed research fellowships at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and The Methodist Hospital Research Institute. Dr. Li’s work integrates machine learning, artificial intelligence, and medical imaging to study brain development trajectories, functional connectivity, and the impact of environmental factors. His lab develops innovative algorithms for brain MRI analysis, including cortical surface reconstruction, functional connectivity prediction, and automated segmentation. Recent studies address topics such as prenatal phthalate exposure effects, maternal obesity influences on neonatal brain structure, and longitudinal cortical morphological changes in infants. Publications highlight his expertise in federated learning for limited-data scenarios, deep learning applications in fetal brain imaging, and the creation of 4D infant brain atlases. His work emphasizes translational research, aiming to improve early diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disorders and enhance clinical decision-making through advanced imaging analytics. Though no specific awards are listed, his extensive contributions to neuroimaging methodology and infant brain research reflect a high-impact academic profile. He advises students on cutting-edge projects at the intersection of AI and medical imaging, with a focus on reproducible and scalable solutions for neuroimaging challenges.

Laura Mantoan Ritterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Epilepsy
• mTOR Signaling Pathway
• Gene Therapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura Mantoan Ritter is a Consultant Neurologist and Adjunct Professor at King's College London, affiliated with the Department of Basic & Clinical Neuroscience, School of Neuroscience, and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience. Her research focuses on novel diagnostic tools and precision treatments for epilepsy, particularly super-refractory and genetic forms, including mTOR pathway diseases and New-onset refractory status epilepticus (NORSE). She leads a National rare disease clinical and research node funded by MRC/NIHR, collaborating with Professors Joseph Bateman and Deb Pal. Her work includes developing genetic 'liquid biopsy' tools and investigating vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) for NORSE. Key collaborations include the NORSE-UK network, a UK-wide initiative addressing NORSE's pathophysiology and treatment. She has contributed to groundbreaking studies on gene therapy, optogenetics, and seizure mechanisms, with publications in Brain , Front. Neurol. , and Sci Transl Med . Clinical trials focus on comparing immunomodulatory therapies (Anakinra vs. Tocilizumab) for severe seizure disorders. Dr. Ritter’s research integrates molecular biology, clinical neuroscience, and translational medicine, emphasizing patient-centered approaches. Her team works on establishing patient registries, iPSC lines, and tissue repositories to advance precision treatments for rare neurological conditions.

Clemens Kieckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vertebrate Forebrain Embryogenesis
• Wnt Signaling
• Sonic Hedgehog Signaling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Clemens Kiecker is a Professor of Neuroscience Education at King's College London's Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN), with affiliations to the School of Neuroscience, Centre for Developmental Neurobiology, and Department of Anatomy. He serves as Course Lead for the MSci in Neuroscience and chairs the Undergraduate Neuroscience Assessment Sub-board. His research focuses on vertebrate forebrain embryogenesis, particularly the role of Wnt and Sonic Hedgehog signaling pathways in establishing regional identity and compartment boundaries during brain development. He completed his PhD at Heidelberg University, focusing on embryonic axis formation in Xenopus laevis. Key research themes include genetic networks regulating neural progenitor cell behavior, fate determination, and the molecular mechanisms governing cell-cell interactions in the developing brain. His work contributes to Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and reducing health disparities through insights into neurodevelopmental disorders. Notable contributions include studies on thalamic compartment formation and boundary maintenance. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches, such as linking type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's pathology via systematic reviews. Awards include the Teaching Excellence Award 2014 for innovative pedagogy, including science fiction-based embryology modules. He actively collaborates with experts like Professors Anthony Graham and Corinne Houart, and leads projects on fetal alcohol spectrum disorder neurodevelopment and thalamic genetic codes. Professional activities include organizing public lectures, conference participation, and editorial roles. His lab integrates chick and mouse embryology with tissue culture models to dissect signaling pathways' spatial and temporal effects on brain patterning.

Gavin L Woodhallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Epilepsy Research
• Neuropharmacology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Gavin L Woodhall is a Professor at Aston University, affiliated with the Pharmacology & Translational Neuroscience Research Group (PTNRG) within the College of Health and Life Sciences. His work focuses on epilepsy, neuroimmunology, and cannabinoid therapies, with a particular emphasis on neuronal network dynamics in epilepsy and schizophrenia. He holds external examiner roles at multiple UK universities and has contributed to over 60 peer-reviewed publications. Education: PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Southampton (1994). Postdoctoral training at Universities of Southampton, Montreal (Canada), and Bristol (1991–2002). Research Interests: Electrophysiological studies of entorhinal cortex and hippocampus; glutamate/GABA receptor roles in epilepsy; autoimmune epilepsies; cannabinoid treatments (GW Pharma collaboration); Parkinson’s disease motor cortex involvement. He investigates synaptic scaling, receptor expression changes, and pathological network dysfunction in neurological disorders. Teaching: Course Director for BSc Neuroscience at Aston, leading modules on pharmacology, epilepsy, and neurosciences. Courses include practical neuroscience training and specialized topics like psychosis and neuronal networks. Collaborations: Active in rodent models of autoimmune epilepsy, cannabinoid mechanisms, and clinical trials like ECHECKED (end-stage kidney disease cognition study). His work bridges basic science and clinical applications, emphasizing translational research. Labs/Teams: Leads the PTNRG, collaborating with groups on neuropharmacology, electrophysiology, and neuroimmunology. His research integrates in vitro models, rodent studies, and human clinical trials to advance epilepsy treatment paradigms.

Alex Martinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Semantic Memory
• Object Recognition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alex Martin, Ph.D., serves as Chief of the Section on Cognitive Neuropsychology at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD. He has led this research section since 1997, having joined NIMH in 1990 after faculty positions at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. His research employs functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and magnetoencephalography (MEG) to investigate neural circuitry underlying perceptual, memory, and social functions. Primary research domains include: Semantic memory organization and object recognition mechanisms Neural plasticity through experience and learning Representation of abstract social knowledge in autism spectrum disorders Cross-modal sensory integration (e.g., visual-taste processing) Recent publications (2013-2021) demonstrate consistent focus on cognitive neuroscience methodologies applied to memory systems, sensory processing, and neural representation. Article themes cluster around hippocampal memory functions, insular cortex specialization, and hemispheric lateralization patterns. Honors include elected Fellowship in: American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) American Psychological Society (APS) American Psychological Association (APA) Dr. Martin leads the Cognitive Neuropsychology Section within NIMH's Laboratory of Brain and Cognition, conducting both basic neuroscience and clinical investigations at the NIH Clinical Center.

• Neurobiology
• Ion Signaling
• Neuron-Glia Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christine R. Rose serves as Head of the Institute of Neurobiology at Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. Her research focuses on intracellular ion signaling in the vertebrate brain, particularly astrocyte-neuron interactions at glutamatergic synapses in hippocampus, cortex, and cerebellum. Research Themes: Sodium signaling as ionic excitability, ion gradient maintenance under pathophysiological conditions, TRPV4 channel roles in ischemia, ATP dynamics in energy-deprived states Techniques: Multi-photon laser scanning microscopy, electrophysiology, fluorescence lifetime imaging, mathematical modeling Collaborations: International neuroscience network partnerships Article trends show consistent exploration of ion homeostasis in both neurons and astrocytes, with recent work extending to organoid slice protocols and pH regulation mechanisms . Most publications address synaptic dysfunction in ischemic and metabolic compromise scenarios.

• Synaptic Plasticity
• Neuroscience
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Detlef Balschun is a Professor at KU Leuven within the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences , leading the Electrophysiology group at the Laboratory of Biological Psychology . He obtained his PhD in Biology from Martin-Luther-University Halle (1984) and later habilitation (D.Sc) on hippocampal synaptic plasticity (2002). His career spans from postdoc at MLU Halle to group leader at Leibniz Institute for Neurobiology. Current role: Professor (since 2005) Research focus: Synaptic plasticity, memory mechanisms, Alzheimer’s disease, and neurodegenerative disorders His group investigates long-term potentiation (LTP) , long-term depression (LTD) , and depotentiation as cellular correlates of learning, with emphasis on hippocampus and prefrontal cortex. Methodologies include brain slice electrophysiology (extracellular, patch-clamp, multielectrode arrays) and in-vivo recording techniques . Key findings from his work include the role of Tau pathology in synaptic plasticity deficits, the therapeutic potential of sodium selenate , and insights into schizophrenia-like symptoms via syndapin I knockout models . His publications highlight synaptic mechanisms and neurodegenerative disease modeling. His recent articles demonstrate regional vulnerability in the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, effects of ionizing radiation on lipid peroxidation, and the interplay of amyloid-beta and Tau in Alzheimer’s pathology. Collaborative studies span synaptic plasticity , cognitive flexibility , and neural oscillations in animal models.

• Neuroscience
• Brain Mapping
• Medical Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katrin Amunts is a University Professor at the Cécile and Oskar Vogt Institute for Brain Research of Heinrich-Heine-University Düsseldorf and heads the Institute for Neuroscience and Medicine (INM-1) at Forschungszentrum Jülich. Her research focuses on creating multi-level brain atlases through cytoarchitectonic, molecular, and fiber architecture analysis. Director of the Cécile and Oskar Vogt Institute for Brain Research Head of INM-1 at Forschungszentrum Jülich Pioneered the BigBrain ultra-high-resolution 3D human brain model Research Interests: Combining image analysis, high-performance computing, and big data analytics to map brain structure-function relationships, intersubject variability, and interspecies differences. Her work underpins the Human Brain Project. Key Publications: Her research output includes probabilistic cytoarchitectonic atlases, comparative studies of avian and human brain circuits, and ultra-high-resolution models. These focus on cortical organization, receptor mapping, and neuroethical frameworks.

Linnea Karlssonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Health
• Psychiatric Epidemiology
• Child Psychiatry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Linnea Karlsson is a Professor of Population Health Research at the University of Turku, affiliated with the Centre for Population Health Research and the FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study, where she serves as Principal Investigator since July 2024. Her work integrates psychiatry, epidemiology, and developmental neuroscience to understand early life influences on brain and behavioral outcomes. Research Interests: Dr. Karlsson specializes in psychiatric epidemiology, focusing on prenatal and early life stress, child and adolescent mental health, gut-brain axis development, and psychosocial development. Her research leverages longitudinal cohort data to explore how maternal and environmental factors shape neurodevelopmental trajectories. Publication Trends: Her recent articles (2025) reflect a strong focus on neuroimaging, maternal-fetal health, epigenetics, and early behavioral development. Themes include brain structure in infants, EEG dynamics, oral health behavior, and transgenerational epigenetic effects, all within population-based frameworks. Scientific Leadership: Principal Investigator, FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study (since 2024) Academic Leadership: Tenure-track position began January 2021; promoted to Professor in October 2023 Supervision and Collaboration: Dr. Karlsson supervises multidisciplinary PhD candidates across medicine and psychology, fostering collaboration in a large, multimodal research environment. She leads a team generating high-impact findings in developmental psychiatry and public health. Laboratory & Team: She is embedded in the FinnBrain team, a large interdisciplinary group conducting multimodal assessments including neuroimaging, epigenetics, and behavioral phenotyping in a birth cohort framework.

Gleb Shumyatskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Neuroscience
• Cellular Mechanisms of Memory
• Fear Conditioning
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Gleb Shumyatsky is a Professor in the Department of Genetics at Rutgers University's School of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying learning, memory, fear, and social behaviors, particularly maternal care. He investigates neural circuitry involving the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex, with a strong emphasis on synaptic and nuclear responses to experience. His research interests include: Molecular neuroscience of fear and memory Amygdala-enriched gene function (e.g., stathmin, GRP, ZnT3) Neural circuitry of affective and social behaviors Genetic basis of psychiatric disorders such as PTSD and anxiety Synaptic plasticity and gene regulation in threat memory The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on identifying key molecular players in fear regulation and their implications for mental health. His work demonstrates how genes like stathmin serve as critical regulators of both learned and innate fear, offering potential pharmacological targets for anxiety and panic disorders. The research spans molecular biology, behavioral genetics, and systems neuroscience, using rodent models to dissect conserved mammalian behaviors. Scientific recognition includes: Key Advance in the Study of PTSD (SAS News, November 24) Dr. Shumyatsky leads an active research laboratory and advises students and researchers in the field of behavioral genetics and neuroscience. His work is supported by ongoing research grants, though specific funding sources are not listed in the text. He has published foundational work on amygdala-enriched genes and their roles in synaptic plasticity and behavior. He is the principal investigator of the Shumyatsky Lab, which studies cortico-limbic neural projections and intracellular signaling events in neurons related to threat memory and social behaviors. The lab employs molecular, genetic, and behavioral approaches in rodent models to uncover mechanisms of emotional regulation.

Stefan Kindlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetics
• Neurodevelopmental disorders
• Molecular neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stefan Kindler is a Professor and Principal Investigator at the Institute of Human Genetics within the Center for Obstetrics and Pediatrics at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). His research focuses on the genetic basis of neurodevelopmental disorders and molecular mechanisms underlying neurological conditions. Dr. Kindler's research spans multiple areas of genetics and neuroscience, with particular emphasis on: Genetic variants associated with neurodevelopmental disorders Molecular mechanisms of synaptic function and dysfunction RNA biology and its role in neurological development Genetic etiology of cognitive impairment and autism spectrum disorders Mechanisms of channelopathies in neurological conditions Analysis of Dr. Kindler's recent publications (2012-2024) reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on identifying genetic causes of neurodevelopmental disorders and understanding their molecular mechanisms. His work frequently involves international collaborations and spans from basic molecular neuroscience to clinical genetics. A significant portion of his research investigates ion channel variants (particularly KCND1, KCND2) and their role in neurological conditions, as well as the molecular basis of synaptic protein function in disorders like autism. His 2024 publication on KCND1 variants in X-linked neurodevelopmental disorders represents the latest advancement in this line of research. Dr. Kindler has contributed to numerous significant publications in high-impact journals including Nature Communications, American Journal of Human Genetics, and Journal of Neuroscience. Some notable contributions include: Identification of KCND1 variants in X-linked neurodevelopmental disorders (2024) Discovery of dominant KPNA3 mutations causing hereditary spastic paraplegia (2021) Elucidation of how AGO2 mutations impair RNA interference and neurological development (2020) Investigation of SAPAP4-deficient mice as a model for cognitive impairment (2019) As a principal investigator at the Institute of Human Genetics, Dr. Kindler leads research efforts connecting molecular genetics with clinical neurology. His laboratory appears to focus on both basic research of synaptic proteins and RNA mechanisms, as well as translational research connecting genetic findings to clinical phenotypes. His work often involves collaboration with international research groups and clinical centers across Europe, as evidenced by the multi-national author lists on his publications.

Rena Ormanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neurophysiology
• Neuroanatomy
• Neuronal Circuits
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rena Orman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology & Pharmacology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. Her research investigates neurophysiological and neuroanatomical mechanisms underlying regional and long-range neuronal circuits, with emphasis on the claustrum, amygdala, endopiriform nucleus, and limbic cortex (hippocampal formation, retrosplenial cortex). She utilizes animal models like Seba’s short-tailed fruit bat ( Carollia perspicillata ) and rats, employing techniques such as multi-electrode array recordings, immunohistochemistry, and anatomical reconstructions. Key research themes include: Hemispheric asymmetry in amygdala signaling during fear conditioning Directional connectivity in the claustrum Asymmetrical axonal arbors in hippocampal CA1 neurons High-frequency oscillations in disinhibited neural networks Her recent publications (2019–2022) predominantly explore claustrum neuroanatomy in bats, hippocampal oscillations in rats, and translational models for brain aging. These works highlight cross-species homology, inhibitory neuron distribution, and electrophysiological spread patterns. Dr. Orman mentors graduate students including: Timothy Morello (M.D./Ph.D. candidate, co-mentored with Richard Kollmar and Mark Stewart) Frederick Okoye III (D.O. candidate/Lang Urology Research Fellow, co-mentored with Jeffrey Weiss, Richard Kollmar, and Mark Stewart)