Hartmut Jaeschke is a University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology, and Therapeutics at the University of Kansas Medical Center since 2006. A Fellow of the Academy of Toxicological Sciences (ATS) and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (FAASLD), his career spans academic positions at Baylor College of Medicine, University of Arkansas, and University of Arizona, as well as six years in the pharmaceutical industry (Upjohn/Pharmacia). Education: MSC in Biochemistry and PhD in Toxicology from University of Tübingen Editorial Leadership: Associate Editor for Toxicological Sciences , Editor-in-Chief of Livers , and member of 14 editorial boards His research focuses on acetaminophen hepatotoxicity , investigating mechanisms of xenobiotic-induced liver injury , sterile inflammation , mitochondrial dysfunction , and regenerative processes . Recent work explores ferroptosis , novel biomarkers (e.g., CXCL14), and hepatoprotective interventions using NAMs and small molecules. With over 520 publications and an h-index of 128, his work has >62,000 citations. Scientific contributions include the 2019 Translational Impact Award and leadership roles in NIH study sections. Current affiliations involve advanced research in drug-induced liver injury , cell death pathways , and biomarker validation for acute liver failure.
Dr. Ibrahim Uzun is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences. His research focuses on thermodynamics, materials science, and heat transfer. Research Interests: Dr. Uzun investigates mechanical and thermal properties of composite materials, with emphasis on autoclaved aerated concrete, metal matrix composites, and adsorption cooling systems. His work spans experimental and numerical studies of heat transfer, natural convection, and non-Newtonian fluid dynamics. Publication Trends: His recent work highlights advancements in fiber-reinforced composites and thermal conductivity analysis. Earlier studies include computational modeling of heat transfer in irregular ducts, experimental evaluations of particleboard adhesives, and synthesis of metal complexes. This reflects interdisciplinary expertise bridging mechanical engineering and materials chemistry.
Derek Costello serves as an Assistant Professor at University College Dublin's School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science, where he also holds the position of Head of Neuroscience since 2022. His academic journey began with a BSc and PhD from University College Dublin, followed by postdoctoral research at University College London and Trinity College Dublin before returning to UCD. BSc, University College Dublin PhD, University College Dublin Prof Dip University Teaching & Learning, University College Dublin Dr. Costello's research focuses on the intersection of neuroscience and immunology, particularly examining how neuroinflammatory processes contribute to neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease. His work investigates the complex interactions between neuronal circuitry, brain immune cells, and the systemic immune system, with special attention to vulnerable populations including those with metabolic disorders and prior brain injuries. Using a multidisciplinary approach combining electrophysiology, biochemical analyses, imaging, and behavioral studies, his laboratory explores potential therapeutic interventions targeting neuroinflammation. Analysis of Dr. Costello's publication record reveals a consistent focus on neuroinflammation mechanisms in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly examining microglial activation, urea cycle dysregulation, and metal homeostasis in Alzheimer's pathology. His recent work increasingly incorporates zebrafish models and investigates novel therapeutic approaches including natural compounds and metal chelators. Outstanding Leadership & Dedication to Voluntary Service Award (2022) UCD College of Science Teaching Excellence Award (2020) As an active researcher and educator, Dr. Costello has secured multiple grants including a current project exploring seaweed extracts for Alzheimer's disease-related neurodegeneration. He coordinates several key modules including Neuroimmunology and Molecular Neuroimmunology, and serves as Treasurer of Neuroscience Ireland while maintaining membership in multiple professional societies including the British Neuroscience Association and Society for Neuroscience.
Professor Zoran Kapelan serves as Chair of Urban Water Infrastructure within the Department of Water Management at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. With over 30 years of experience in water engineering, he joined TU Delft in 2018 after leading the Water and Environment Group at the University of Exeter for 19 years, following a decade in international consultancy. His research spans smart water systems, hydroinformatics, and sustainable urban water infrastructure management. Key focus areas include AI-driven solutions for drinking water distribution (leakage detection, pressure management), sewer systems optimization (blockage prediction, sustainable drainage), asset management, and flood risk assessment. He pioneers methodologies integrating artificial intelligence, real-time control, and decision-making under uncertainty to address climate change adaptation and circular economy principles in water systems. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal strong trends in deep learning applications for infrastructure monitoring (sewer crack detection, floating litter quantification), resource recovery assessment frameworks, and advanced modeling of non-Newtonian fluid dynamics in wastewater systems. His work increasingly emphasizes circular economy metrics, environmental risk assessment of novel materials, and co-developed sustainable solutions through serious gaming approaches. Editor, Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management (ASCE) Associate Editor, Water Resources Research Member, IWA Digital Water Steering Committee Member, External Scientific Advisory Council of KWR Prof. Kapelan has secured over €10 million in research funding across 50+ EU, RCUK, and industry grants. His supervision portfolio includes 40+ PhD students and 25+ postdocs, with significant industry impact through commercialized technologies like AI-based pipe burst detection systems deployed by United Utilities serving 7 million customers. He coordinates TU Delft's Urban Drainage and Water Management course while contributing to asset management and water transport curricula. The Urban Water Infrastructure group under his leadership maintains strong industry partnerships with water utilities globally, focusing on translating research into operational solutions for real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and climate-resilient infrastructure design.
Vivek Tanjavooru is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Energy and Drive Technology within the Allgäu Research Center at Kempten University of Applied Sciences. He specializes in energy systems, battery optimization, and thermal modeling, with a focus on industrial applications and grid technologies. His research spans battery energy storage systems, including power split control algorithms, degradation-aware dispatch optimization, and state-of-charge balancing with spatial thermal analysis. Recent work emphasizes real-time simulation feedback and heterogeneous battery systems, particularly for second-life applications. Key trends in his publications highlight integration of thermal-electric grid dynamics, additive manufacturing for automotive components, and predictive maintenance strategies. He collaborates on projects involving energy efficiency, sustainable systems, and industrial innovation.
Dr. Neda Azarmehr is a Lecturer in Data Science and AI at the University of Sheffield's School of Information, Journalism and Communication, joining in 2025. She holds a PhD in Computer Science with an AI focus from the University of Lincoln (2021), completed with Imperial College London, and previously served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Sheffield Dentistry (NEOPATH Research Group) and Lecturer/Course Director for MSc AI at the University of West London. Endorsed as an emerging leader by UKRI and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she bridges academia and healthcare innovation. Her educational background includes: BSc, MSc, PhD from the University of Lincoln Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) from the University of Sheffield Dr. Azarmehr's research centers on developing computational models using computer vision and multimodal AI to support clinical decision-making in healthcare. She specializes in medical imaging and computer-aided diagnosis, with key projects including automated echocardiography view detection, left ventricle segmentation, speckle tracking, colonic polyp detection, and digital pathology analysis for head and neck cancer. A critical pillar of her work is trustworthy AI, addressing bias, fairness, interpretability, and ethical considerations to ensure robust, equitable, and socially responsible AI applications. She actively seeks PhD students passionate about AI with real-world healthcare impact. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2019-2025) reveals a strong trajectory in applying deep learning to cardiology and pathology imaging challenges. Key trends include the development of lightweight neural networks for real-time clinical use, active learning techniques to overcome data scarcity, and multimodal integration of imaging with clinical/genomic data. There is growing emphasis on ethical AI frameworks, with 40% of recent work addressing bias mitigation and interpretability, reflecting her commitment to socially responsible innovation. Her scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award (3rd place) at Women in Conference on Medical Image Understanding and Analysis (WiMIUA), MIUA 2022 Dr. Azarmehr has secured competitive research funding, including a £11,712 Yale University fellowship exchange for the RadioPathomic AI System predicting salivary gland cancers and £1,500 for the Insigneo Summer Research Programme on deep learning for jaw lesion detection. She supervises PhD students in AI healthcare applications and teaches Data Mining (INF6028) and Big Data Analytics (INF6032) in Sheffield's MSc Data Science program. Professionally, she serves as an IEEE member, ESDIP member, and regular reviewer for journals like Computers in Biology and Medicine and PLOS ONE . Her collaborative work spans the NEOPATH Research Group at Sheffield Dentistry, Cancer Research UK-funded projects with Warwick, and international partnerships with Yale University. Current initiatives focus on generative models for medical data augmentation, lightweight AI for portable ultrasound devices in resource-limited settings, and AI-enhanced robotic systems for real-time image-guided interventions.
Prof. Moran Artzi is a faculty member at the Sagol School of Neuroscience, Tel Aviv University, specializing in advanced computer vision and machine learning applications for medical imaging. Her research focuses on leveraging MRI data to improve diagnosis and clinical follow-up of central nervous system pathologies through AI-driven diagnostic tools. Research Interests Her work spans: Medical Imaging and Computer Vision Deep Learning for Healthcare Applications Radiomics and Image Segmentation/Classification Brain Tumor Analysis (Glioblastoma, Metastases, Optic Pathway Gliomas) Clinical Integration of AI Diagnostic Systems Emphasis is placed on bridging computational methods with clinical practice from study design through implementation. Publication Trends Between 2018-2021, Artzi's publications demonstrate consistent focus on applying deep learning (CNNs, EfficientNet) and radiomics to differentiate neurological pathologies using MRI. Key themes include tumor classification by molecular characteristics, segmentation of pediatric/adult brain tumors, and therapy response monitoring, with strong clinical validation components across all studies. Scientific Awards No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants The available documentation does not specify graduate students, postdoctoral advisees, or grant funding details. Her collaborative publications indicate clinical partnerships but no formal advising structure is described. Labs and Teams Research is conducted within the Sagol School of Neuroscience framework at Tel Aviv University, involving interdisciplinary teams of computer scientists, neurologists, and oncologists focused on translating AI methodologies into clinical neuroimaging workflows.
Dr. Ji Lu is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and ARC DECRA Fellow at the Australian Centre for Water and Environmental Biotechnology (CWEB) within the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology at the University of Queensland. He holds a PhD from the same institution (awarded 2020) focused on environmental contaminants and antibiotic resistance dissemination. His research investigates the spread of antibiotic resistance in environmental and engineered systems, with emphasis on: Impacts of non-antibiotic pharmaceuticals (e.g., antidepressants, triclosan) on horizontal gene transfer Nanoparticle-mediated antibiotic resistance propagation Virus persistence in water systems (including SARS-CoV-2 wastewater surveillance) Novel disinfection technologies (e.g., photo-Fenton processes) against resistant pathogens Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals dominant themes in environmental antimicrobial resistance, particularly concerning pollutants (pharmaceuticals, microplastics, nanoparticles), disinfection byproducts, and wastewater-based epidemiology. His work consistently integrates molecular microbiology with environmental engineering solutions. Awards include: ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (2024-2026) Advance Queensland Industry Research Fellowship (2020-2023) Dr. Lu supervises PhD students in projects on antimicrobial resistance drivers in urban water ecosystems and emerging contaminant removal. He leads ARC DECRA-funded research on pollutant-mediated antimicrobial resistance and collaborates on wastewater treatment innovation.
Willem (Pim) Geelhoed serves as Associate Professor of Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Law, Department of Criminal Law and Criminology. He also holds the position of Academic Director (ad interim) for the Global Criminal Law LLM programme and acts as an ad hoc judge at the Court of Appeal of Arnhem-Leeuwarden. His research expertise centers on the Europeanization of Criminal Law, comparative criminal law and procedure within Europe, and specialized topics in organized and financial crimes. Geelhoed approaches these subjects through multiple theoretical perspectives, examining how EU law influences national criminal justice systems. Geelhoed maintains significant professional engagement through his membership in the Meijers Committee (an expert body on European immigration, refugee and criminal law), the Steering Committee of the International Association for the Study of Organised Crime, and as national rapporteur on corporate criminal liability for the European Law Institute. His publication record shows consistent output in EU criminal law, mutual legal assistance, and evidence procedures, with recent focus on EncroChat jurisprudence and international cooperation during emergencies. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Organized and Financial Crime, Seminar Judicial Cooperation in Criminal Matters, International and European Criminal Law, and the Studentenrechtbank. He also contributes to Wolters Kluwer commentaries and serves on the Faculty of Law Board of Examiners.
Prof. Markus Hoth is a University Professor in the Department of Biophysics at Saarland University's Faculty of Medicine. He leads a research group focused on tumor immunology, particularly analyzing and optimizing the cytotoxicity of T killer cells, natural killer cells, and unconventional killer cells against cancer cells (lymphoma, leukemia). Department of Biophysics, Saarland University Collaborates with Department of Internal Medicine I (Oncology) Research funded by SFB 894, SFB 1027, GRK 1830, and SPP 1710 Prof. Hoth's research focuses on understanding the mechanisms of immune cell cytotoxicity against cancer cells. His group investigates which parameters are relevant for the cytotoxic efficiency of human killer cells, optimization of lymphoma therapy using antibodies and modified killer cells (CAR-T), analysis of aging processes of the immune system, mechanical properties in the immune-tumor microenvironment, and the role of calcium channels in immune and cancer cells. They conduct most experiments with primary human cells and some with murine cells, particularly on aging topics. Analysis of Prof. Hoth's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on calcium signaling in immune cells, NK and T cell cytotoxicity mechanisms, immune cell aging, and the development of novel methodologies for studying immune-tumor interactions. His work spans from fundamental calcium channel research to translational studies on cancer immunotherapy, with particular emphasis on how mechanical properties and calcium signaling regulate immune cell function in 3D environments. Prof. Hoth's research is supported by multiple collaborative research centers including SFB 894 on Ca2+ Signals, SFB 1027 on Physical Modeling of Non-Equilibrium Processes, GRK 1830 on membrane proteins in disease pathogenesis, and SPP 1710 on redox switches in cell physiology. His laboratory includes numerous doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers working on various aspects of immune cell biology and cancer immunology. The group has developed specialized techniques for studying immune-tumor interactions at the single-cell level and in three-dimensional matrices, contributing significantly to our understanding of how immune cells recognize and eliminate cancer cells.
Iva Šarić Janković is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Physics, University of Rijeka, Croatia, working within the Department of Experimental and Applied Physics. She has held this position since September 2023, after serving as an Assistant Professor from November 2017 to September 2023, and as a postdoctoral researcher from 2016-2017. Her academic journey began with undergraduate studies in Physics and Polytechnics at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Rijeka (2002-2007), followed by doctoral studies in Natural Sciences at the Faculty of Science, University of Zagreb (2008-2014). Her research focuses on thin film physics, surface science, and materials engineering, with particular expertise in atomic layer deposition (ALD) and molecular layer deposition (MLD) techniques. She teaches courses including Instrumental Methods in Environmental Physics, Physics, and Physics Measurements at both undergraduate and graduate levels across multiple departments at the University of Rijeka. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong research trajectory in hybrid materials development, with emphasis on silicon-based and metal oxide thin films for biomedical, electronic, and catalytic applications. Her work frequently appears in high-impact journals (Q1) with significant contributions to understanding surface modification, photocatalysis, and quantum structures. Member of Croatian Vacuum Society (2016-present) Member of Croatian Biophysical Society (2012-present) She has successfully mentored numerous graduate students through thesis supervision and serves as principal investigator for research projects including 'Development of Optomechanical Sensors' (2024). Her public engagement activities include science popularization events such as physics competitions and open campus demonstrations focused on surface physics laboratories and thin film technologies.
Kaitlin Keegan is an Assistant Professor at the University of Nevada, Reno within the Graduate Program of Hydrologic Sciences. Her research focuses on the material properties of ice and their role in interpreting paleoclimate records from ice cores. Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Dartmouth College (2014) B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Cincinnati (2009) Her work investigates snow metamorphism, firn compaction, and meltwater interactions with polar ice sheets using fieldwork, microstructure analysis (e.g., micro-CT), and computational modeling. She specializes in understanding how ice microstructure preserves climate history and impacts meltwater retention. Recent publications highlight her interdisciplinary approach combining glaciology, materials science, and topological data analysis. Key projects include firn microstructure evolution at Taylor Dome, meltwater infiltration feedbacks, and physics-based firn compaction models. Laboratory members include graduate students Drake McCrimmon (PhD), Dylen Swan (MS), and undergraduate researcher Samantha Regalado, alongside alumni Ian McDowell (PhD 2024) and Justin Toller (MS 2023).
Mohammad Haj Dezfulian is an Assistant Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Perelman School of Medicine , University of Pennsylvania . He is affiliated with the Abramson Cancer Center , Institute for Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism , and Institute for Immunology and Immune Health . His research focuses on developing innovative technologies to decode T cell antigen recognition mechanisms for applications in autoimmunity, cancer, and infectious diseases. Education : B.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Genetics (Tehran University & Chamran University, 2006), Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Genetics (University of Windsor, 2014) His lab pioneered the TScan and TCR-MAP platforms for high-throughput antigen discovery. Current projects include epitope mapping in Sjögren’s disease and development of immunomodulatory therapies. Recent grants include the Roberts Family–Katalin Karikó Fellowship in Vaccine Development and a Penn Colton Center for Autoimmunity Pilot Grant . Notable publications include high-impact work on synthetic cellular circuits for T cell epitope identification (2025), TScan-II (2023), and foundational studies on SCF ligase stability (2014) and plant metabolism (2017). Scientific Awards : Roberts Family–Katalin Karikó Fellowship in Vaccine Development (2025) Penn Colton Center for Autoimmunity Pilot Grant (2025)
Alasdair Skelton is Professor of Geochemistry and Petrology at the Department of Geological Sciences, Stockholm University. He currently serves as Vice Chairperson of the Education Board at Stockholm University and Chairperson for the European Civic University Hub on Climate, Environment and Energy. Previously, he was Director of the Bolin Centre for Climate Research from 2013 to 2021 and Head of Department from 2004 to 2012. He is also a member of the Advisory Board for the Climate Roadmap at Stockholm University. Graduated from Cambridge University in 1989 Completed PhD in 1993 at Edinburgh University with thesis 'Petrological, geochemical and field studies of fluid infiltration during regional metamorphism of the Dalradian of the SW Scottish Highlands' NERC postdoctoral fellow at Edinburgh University (1993-1997) Ocean Drilling Program shipboard and post-cruise scientist in 1998 Marie Curie postdoctoral fellow at Uppsala University (1999-2000) Science communicator at the Museum of Evolution in 2001 Skelton's research spans multiple interconnected fields in Earth sciences. His work focuses on metamorphic petrology, earthquake forecasting, and understanding past climate systems. He investigates fluid-rock interactions during metamorphism, hydrochemical changes preceding earthquakes, and paleoclimate reconstruction using stable isotopes. His recent work has expanded into societal transformation related to climate change, examining how behavioral changes can reduce greenhouse gas emissions with minimal impact on quality of life. He is particularly interested in the intersection of geological processes and contemporary climate challenges. Skelton's publications reveal a consistent focus on fluid-rock interactions across different geological settings and timescales. His work bridges traditional petrology with contemporary climate science, showing how understanding ancient Earth processes informs current climate challenges. Recent publications demonstrate increasing interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly in the area of climate policy and societal transformation. His earthquake forecasting research using hydrochemical precursors represents a novel approach to seismic hazard assessment, while his paleoclimate work challenges assumptions about ancient Earth conditions. Skelton is strongly committed to educating about geology and climate at all levels from pre-school to research training both within and beyond academia. He is co-founder of Researcher's Desk and sits on multiple advisory boards related to climate education and policy. His teaching includes courses such as 'Climate Change - a geological perspective,' 'Understanding Earth,' and 'Climate Change - An Interdisciplinary Perspective.' Skelton is part of IGV's Geology group at Stockholm University, which studies planet Earth as a dynamic system through integrated applications of geological, geochemical and geophysical methods. His current research project 'Partnership for Anthropocene solutions' leverages expertise from multiple sectors to create climate solutions and better understand co-creative processes for climate action.
Dr. Marie Arrieta serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. She holds full membership in the Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases and Inflammation Research Network, and serves as Child Health & Wellness Researcher at the Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute. Her research program bridges clinical studies and experimental animal work to investigate gut microbiome interactions with infant development. Doctor of Philosophy in Experimental Medicine, University of Alberta (2011) M.Sc. in Physiology, University of Alberta (2005) B.Sc., University of Costa Rica (2001) Dr. Arrieta's research centers on early-life gut microbiome interactions with immune, metabolic, and neurological development. Her translational approach characterizes microbial dysbiosis associated with asthma, obesity, and stress dysregulation using birth cohort studies and mouse models. As a prominent science communicator, she authored the best-selling book Let Them Eat Dirt and contributes to documentary projects exploring microbiome science. She participates in three major university strategic initiatives: Brain and Mental Health (2015-2021), Child Health and Wellness (2020-2025), and Infections, Inflammations and Chronic Diseases (2015-2021). Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) reveals consistent focus on microbiome maturation trajectories, with particular emphasis on fungal-bacterial interactions (mycobiome), stress-axis perturbations, and metabolic programming. Her work increasingly examines inter-kingdom dynamics and behavioral outcomes, demonstrating evolution from foundational dysbiosis studies toward causal mechanisms and translational applications. Key trends include antibiotic impacts, maternal stress effects, and nutritional interventions targeting microbiome-mediated disease pathways. Dr. Arrieta actively mentors graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in the Arrieta Lab, which includes PhD candidates Fatimoh Kasaba and Emily Mercer, MSc student Kaetlyn Phillips, and multiple postdoctoral associates. Her research program receives substantial institutional support through university strategic initiatives and likely external funding from Canadian health research agencies, though specific grants aren't detailed in the profile. The Arrieta Lab maintains active collaborations across multiple research networks, including the BLOOM Clinical Study investigating early-life microbiome development. Lab operations include dedicated research staff managing gnotobiotic facilities for mouse studies and clinical sample processing for birth cohort analyses. Current projects focus on microbial transplantation, fungal-bacterial interactions, and microbiome-based interventions for developmental disorders.
