جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Essam Abo Serieمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Atomisation and Spray Technology
• Heat Transfer
• Energy Efficiency
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Essam Abo Serie is a Lecturer in the School of Engineering at the University of Leicester. His work bridges academia and industry, focusing on solving practical engineering challenges through applied research. He holds a PhD from Imperial College London and has worked globally on projects ranging from biomedical devices to energy-efficient systems. Research interests include atomization, heat transfer, additive manufacturing, and multidisciplinary industrial applications. Notable projects involve optimizing cooling systems for 3D-printed tools, designing optical systems for robotic welding, and developing heart assist devices. His recent work emphasizes energy efficiency, environmental protection, and autonomous technologies. Publications span thermal optimization of wheel hub motors, wind turbine design, and conformal cooling channel applications. He actively collaborates with industry partners to translate research into real-world solutions. Teaching emphasizes practical engineering problem-solving, aligning with industry needs. His supervision focuses on fostering innovation in mechanical and manufacturing systems.

Christina Bambrickمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Constitutional Theory
• Comparative Constitutionalism
• American Constitutionalism
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Christina Bambrick is the Filip Family Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame, specializing in constitutional theory and comparative constitutionalism. She holds affiliations with the Kellogg Institute for International Studies, de Nicola Center for Ethics and Culture, and Nanovic Institute for European Studies. Her work examines horizontal rights application across jurisdictions like the U.S., India, Germany, South Africa, and the EU, emphasizing republican influences on constitutional obligations beyond state actors. Education: PhD in Government from University of Texas at Austin Previous Institutions: Clemson University (teaching prior to Notre Dame) Research focuses on how constitutions shape private sector obligations through rights/duties frameworks, synthesizing legal cases, political histories, and republican theory. She critiques liberal narratives by highlighting duty catalogues in constitutional orders. Ongoing projects include a monograph on private sphere constitutionalization (Cambridge 2025). Publications explore Tocqueville’s federalism analysis, virtue ethics in modern politics, and comparative constitutional identity. Teaching emphasizes constitutional principles and rights debates, with a Liberal Arts Council teaching award from UT Austin. Awards: 2025 MPSA Emerging Scholar Award (for digital rights work), 2024 APSA Law & Courts Award Advocates for bridging liberal and communitarian thought through virtue-based constitutionalism. Active in interdisciplinary research teams and policy discussions on rights implementation in pluralistic societies.

• Applied Microbiology
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Marine Biotechnology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Alan Dobson is a Professor and Chair of Environmental Microbiology in the School of Microbiology at University College Cork, Ireland. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the National University of Ireland, Galway, and has been a leading figure in environmental microbiology for over three decades. His research focuses on microbial interactions in natural and engineered environments, emphasizing biotechnological applications such as biodegradation of plastics, anaerobic digestion, and mycotoxin mitigation. Education: Ph.D. in Biochemistry (National University of Ireland, Galway). Professional roles include Director of the Environmental Research Institute at UCC (2005–2014). His work spans marine microbial ecology, industrial biotechnology, and food safety, with over 200 peer-reviewed publications and 28 graduated PhD students. Research interests include marine biotechnology, microbial enzyme systems, anaerobic digestion optimization, and mycotoxin biosynthesis. Notable contributions include the discovery of enzymes degrading plastics like PET and DBP, and insights into fungal pathogenesis under climate change. His publications highlight advancements in biocatalyst development, microbial community dynamics, and sustainable bioprocessing. Awards include the Royal Irish Academy Medal (1999) and election as a Royal Irish Academy member (2013). His lab actively collaborates on projects like DairyWater, addressing dairy industry sustainability through microbial bioremediation. Scientific Awards: Fulbright Scholarship (1992), Royal Irish Academy Medal (1999), D.Sc. (2005), Royal Irish Academy Fellowship (2013). Advising: Supervised 28 PhD students, contributing to global microbial research capacity. Current research emphasizes marine-derived enzymes for biodegradation and biogas production optimization.

Mariana Mateosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Genetics
• Conservation Biology
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Mariana Mateos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences . Her research focuses on evolutionary ecology, genetics, and conservation, with expertise in insect-bacteria associations, Drosophila symbionts, parasitic wasps, and phylogeography of marine and freshwater organisms. She leads the Mariana Mateos Lab (https://sites.google.com/tamu.edu/mariana-mateos-lab), investigating topics like symbiotic mutualisms, species diversification, and conservation genomics. Her work integrates molecular techniques (e.g., genome sequencing, phylogenetics) with field studies to address questions in evolutionary biology, such as how symbionts influence host survival, how species adapt to environmental pressures, and the genetic basis of hybridization. Recent studies include phylogeographic patterns in isopods, toxin repertoires of Spiroplasma strains, and genetic diversity in endangered fish stocks. Publications highlight contributions to understanding symbiont-mediated defenses, cryptic species diversity in insects and crustaceans, and evolutionary processes in extreme environments like sulfidic springs. Her research bridges laboratory experiments and field observations, emphasizing applications to conservation and pest management.

Nithya Subramanianمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Molecular Weed Science
• Herbicide Resistance
• Weed Adaptation Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nithya Subramanian is a Research Assistant Professor in Molecular Weed Science at Texas A&M University's College of Agriculture & Life Sciences. She leads a research program focused on herbicide resistance mechanisms, weed adaptation to environmental stresses, and crop improvement through wild relative genetics. Her work integrates molecular biology, genomics, and field-based studies to address agricultural challenges. Education details are not explicitly provided, but her professional trajectory indicates advanced training in plant sciences. Her research interests include: Herbicide resistance evolution and molecular diagnostics Gene flow between crops and weedy relatives Utilizing wild plant species for crop trait development Non-invasive weed identification technologies Recent articles highlight innovations in Raman spectrometry for weed sex determination, genomic approaches to maize flowering regulation, and hybridization dynamics between Sorghum species. She collaborates with the International Weed Genomics Consortium to advance open-access resources for weed research. Advising includes students Varnika Kalaichelvan and Fidel Gonzalez Torralva. Research is supported through Texas A&M AgriLife Research with focus on applied solutions for Texas agriculture. Her lab explores both fundamental molecular processes and practical applications in crop-weed systems.

Andreas Haagمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Bacterial Pathogenesis
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Mobile Genetic Elements
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Dr Andreas Haag is a Lecturer in the School of Medicine at the University of St Andrews, specifically within the Infection and Global Health Division. His research focuses on understanding how mobile genetic elements (MGEs) in bacteria, particularly Staphylococcus aureus , influence bacterial evolution, virulence, and antibiotic resistance. His work aims to develop novel strategies to combat bacterial infections, with a particular emphasis on antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Haag holds a PhD in Microbiology from the University of Aberdeen (2011) and a Biotechnology degree from Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences (2007). He has secured research funding from prestigious institutions such as The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) and The Wellcome Trust, supporting projects like investigating PICI-phage interactions and toxin expression in clinical S. aureus strains. His research interests include bacterial pathogenesis, MGE interactions, bacteriophage lifecycle regulation, and the role of pathogenicity islands. Key projects involve characterizing molecular mechanisms of MGE interactions and their impact on bacterial virulence and resistance, with applications toward antimicrobial therapy development. Haag collaborates internationally and has presented his findings at conferences, focusing on topics such as prophage induction mechanisms and oxidative stress responses in S. aureus . His contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing global health challenges posed by AMR.

• Multiphase Systems
• Granular Media
• Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kit Windows-Yule is an Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering at the University of Birmingham, affiliated with the School of Chemical Engineering and the Positron Imaging Centre (PIC). He holds a Turing Fellowship and is a two-time Royal Academy of Engineering Industrial Fellow. His research focuses on multiphase systems, particulate dynamics, and the development of experimental and numerical methodologies such as Positron Emission Particle Tracking (PEPT), X-ray Tomography, and Discrete Element Method (DEM) modeling. He collaborates with industries like Johnson Matthey, AstraZeneca, and Mondelez to solve complex engineering challenges. Kit earned his MSci in Physics (2010) and PhD in Physics (2015) from the University of Birmingham. He has held postdoctoral positions at the University of Twente (Netherlands) and Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (Germany), enhancing his expertise in numerical methods and additional experimental techniques. He returned to Birmingham in 2018 to assume his current academic role. His research interests include granular segregation, convection in fluidized systems, and the development of novel imaging algorithms for X-ray and optical systems. He is a core member of the Birmingham Plastics Network, an interdisciplinary initiative addressing global plastic sustainability through collaboration across engineering, environmental science, and social sciences. Kit’s publications span topics like granular energy dynamics, segregation mechanisms, and multi-phase flow modeling. His awards reflect his contributions to bridging academia and industry. His teaching includes modules on multiphase systems and foundational engineering skills. Key Collaborations: Johnson Matthey, AstraZeneca, IFPEN, and Granutools Labs/Teams: Positron Imaging Centre (PIC), Birmingham Plastics Network

Terry K Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biosynthesis of phospholipids in protozoan parasites
• Enzymology of biosynthetic enzymes in parasites
• Lipidomics and metabolomics of pathogens
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Prof Terry K Smith is a Professor and Director of the Biomedical Sciences Research Complex at the University of St Andrews. His primary research focuses on lipid biosynthesis in protozoan parasites such as Trypanosoma brucei, Trypanosoma cruzi, and Leishmania. He leads a multidisciplinary team investigating GPI anchor biosynthesis, enzymatic pathways, and drug discovery for neglected tropical diseases. His work combines lipidomics, molecular parasitology, and chemical synthesis to identify therapeutic targets. Prof Smith holds editorial roles in multiple journals, including Molecular and Biochemical Parasitology and IUBMB Life. He has secured grants from Wellcome Trust, BBSRC, and MRC, totaling over £13 million. His labs are equipped with advanced instrumentation, including a 4000 Q-trap mass spectrometer. Key achievements include the discovery of antiparasitic compounds targeting lipid metabolism and contributions to understanding SARS-CoV-2 inactivation mechanisms. He was awarded a CBE in 2024 for services to science.

Tatiana Dimitriuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Mobile Genetic Elements
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Bacterial Defense Systems
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Tatiana Dimitriu is a Royal Society University Research Fellow at the University of St Andrews School of Biology. She investigates bacterial interactions with mobile genetic elements (MGEs) that carry antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes. Her research focuses on how conjugative plasmids spread AMR and how bacterial defense systems like CRISPR-Cas and restriction-modification systems limit plasmid transmission. Using experimental evolution and molecular genetics, she studies mechanisms controlling MGE transmission to develop strategies against AMR spread. Dr. Dimitriu leads the project 'Helping Bacteria resist antimicrobial resistance' funded by the Royal Society and has published in Nucleic Acids Research and Trends in Genetics.

Alan Ashworthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer Genetics
• Synthetic Lethality
• DNA Repair
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alan Ashworth is President of the Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Senior Vice President for Clinical Services at UCSF Health. He is a leading figure in cancer genetics and translational research, renowned for his pivotal role in discovering the BRCA2 gene and pioneering the concept of synthetic lethality that led to the development of PARP inhibitors—a transformative therapy now FDA-approved for multiple cancers. University: University of California, San Francisco School: Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center Academic Rank: Professor His research focuses on exploiting genetic vulnerabilities in cancer, particularly defects in DNA repair pathways, with the goal of developing novel targeted therapies. His work bridges molecular biology, pharmacology, and clinical oncology, and has been recognized as one of the top 20 discoveries in cancer in the 21st century by Nature . The recent publications highlight a strong trajectory in targeted cancer therapy, synthetic lethality, DNA repair mechanisms, cancer immunology, and even antiviral drug discovery. Themes include PARP inhibition, protein engineering, immune modulation in prostate cancer, and viral pathogenesis, reflecting a highly interdisciplinary and innovative research program with significant clinical translation. Scientific Awards and Honors: ESMO Lifetime Achievement Award Basser Global Prize Genetics Society Medal Fellow of the Royal Society Fellow of EMBO Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences ASCO 2023 Science of Oncology Award Drexel Prize in Cancer Biology Emerson Collective Cancer Research Award Dr. Ashworth has served as Principal Investigator on major NIH-funded grants, including a Cancer Center Support Grant and an R01 on DNA repair in prostate cancer. His leadership extends to strategic initiatives in global oncology and cancer research policy. While specific advisees are not listed, his extensive collaborative publication record indicates a significant mentoring role in training the next generation of cancer scientists. He leads a dynamic research team engaged in both basic and translational projects, with strong ties to clinical trials and drug development.

Jørgen Drud Hansenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Economics
• European Integration
• Economic Policy in Monetary Unions
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Jørgen Drud Hansen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Business and Economics at the University of Southern Denmark, Faculty of Social Sciences. He has held various academic positions across Denmark and internationally, including visiting professorships at Aalborg University, Aarhus School of Business, and Renmin University in Beijing. He was Jean Monnet Professor of European Economics and founding Director of the Jean Monnet European Centre of Excellence at the University of Southern Denmark. MSc Econ, University of Copenhagen, 1970 His research focuses on International Economics and The Economics of European Integration , with particular interest in trade policy, product differentiation, fiscal and monetary policy in EMU, and industrial specialization. His work combines theoretical modeling with empirical analysis, often in the context of European economic governance and enlargement. His recent publications (2012–2015) reflect ongoing engagement in topics such as dumping, export subsidies, elasticity of substitution, and globalization’s impact on labor and leisure. These works are published in journals like The Journal of International Trade & Economic Development , Review of World Economics , and World Economy , indicating sustained scholarly activity in industrial organization and international trade theory. Scientific honors include the prestigious Jean Monnet Professorship , awarded by the European Union to promote excellence in European studies. Jean Monnet Professor of European Economics Hansen has supervised several PhD students, including Jan Guldager Jørgensen, Camilla Jensen, and Anna Jarosz. He has also led research projects and editorial roles, notably as Chief Editor of the Baltic Journal of Economics (2001–2006). His academic network spans Europe and China, reflecting the international scope of his work. He is active in the research group GlobiD (Globalization and Industry Dynamics) at Aarhus School of Business and continues to contribute to policy-relevant economic analysis, particularly in the context of European integration and transition economies.

• Malaria
• Cancer
• Nanoparticles
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Magdalena Plebanski is an internationally-recognized Adjunct Professor in Immunology at Monash University's Alfred Hospital. Her research focuses on developing affordable vaccines and treatments for malaria, cancer, and allergic diseases using innovative nanoparticle technologies. She has pioneered synthetic non-inflammatory nanoparticles for vaccine applications and contributed to understanding cancer immunology through clinical trials in leukemia and ovarian cancer. Her career includes significant contributions from Oxford University and collaborations across multiple institutions. She leads >50 patents across 10 families, founding biotech companies. With over 150 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like Nature and Science , her work aligns with UN SDGs for health and innovation. Plebanski has secured grants from NHMRC and international bodies, leading projects like the TBV malaria vaccine and ovarian cancer immunity studies. Her research emphasizes translational medicine, diagnostics, and immunotherapy advancements. Key Projects: Multiplex Ovarian Cancer Diagnostic, TBV Malaria Vaccine, Immunity-Ovarian Cancer Link Awards: Not explicitly listed but implied by her international recognition and patent success Labs/Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in nanotechnology, immunology, and oncology

Sarah Revitt-Millsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Microbiology
• Molecular Biology
• Antibiotic Resistance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Revitt-Mills is a Research Fellow at the Biomedicine Discovery Institute, Monash University. She holds a PhD in Molecular Microbiology from Monash University (2019), focusing on conjugative plasmids in Clostridium perfringens. Her postdoctoral research at the University of Wollongong utilized single-molecule imaging and experimental evolution to study bacterial DNA repair mechanisms' role in antibiotic resistance. Current research examines antimicrobial resistance and plasmid maintenance in Clostridia. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals addressing health and environmental sustainability. Research interests include plasmid biology, antibiotic resistance mechanisms, DNA repair systems, and spore-forming bacteria. Key collaborations involve Prof. Dena Lyras (Monash University) and Dr. Andrew Robinson (University of Wollongong). Over 10 peer-reviewed publications span journals like Journal of Medicinal Chemistry and Microbial Genomics . No scientific awards explicitly listed. No advising/grant details provided. Active in Prof. Lyras' lab at Monash, focusing on Clostridium pathogenesis and plasmid transfer dynamics.

Priscilla Johanesenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiology
• Antibiotic Resistance
• Graduate Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Priscilla Johanesen is a Professor of Microbiology at Monash University and currently serves as Associate Dean, Research Training. She holds leadership roles including Deputy Head (Teaching and Learning) in the Department of Microbiology and previously directed graduate programs at the Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute. Her expertise spans microbiology, antibiotic resistance, and education innovation. Holds Graduate Certificates in Education (RMIT) and Higher Education (Monash), alongside a PhD in Microbiology from Monash. Leadership roles: Chair of Australian Society for Microbiology's Professional Development Committee, Education Special Interest Group leader, and mentoring program coordinator. Research focuses on mobile genetic elements in Clostridium species, antibiotic resistance mechanisms, and graduate education reform. She pioneered initiatives like the biomedical laboratory class efficacy study (2018 Monash project). Recipient of 10+ awards including the ASM Teaching Excellence Award (2014), Monash BDI Above and Beyond Award (2021), and multiple team citations for educational innovation. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education).

Ajaykumar Manivannanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Network Science
• Human Mobility
• Computational Social Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ajaykumar Manivannan is a Research Fellow at the School of Politics and International Studies within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Leeds. Previously, he held research positions at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) from 2016-2021 and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, and collaborated with Telfer School of Management during his Ph.D. studies. His educational qualifications include: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from University of Ottawa, Canada M.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering from Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore B.E. in Aerospace Engineering from Hindustan University, India Manivannan's research centers on modeling social norms as networks and studying tipping points using Generative Agent Based Modelling for climate change mitigation strategies. He investigates human movement in high-density vertical cities like Singapore across all three physical dimensions (horizontal and vertical), building on his doctoral work. His methodology integrates computational approaches to analyze spatial, social, and co-presence networks within urban environments. Additionally, he develops machine learning frameworks for human activity recognition through wireless sensor data analysis. His work bridges Computational Social Science and Complex Systems theory, applying quantitative modeling to understand social phenomena in urban contexts. Current projects focus on social norm dynamics with applications for sustainable urban development.