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Tae Hoon Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Functional Genomics
• Epigenetics
• Transcriptional Regulation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tae Hoon Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), where he also served as Department Head from 2019 to 2023. His research focuses on functional genomics, epigenetics, and transcriptional regulation, with applications to cancer biology, innate immunity, and chronic pain. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Harvard University, an M.A. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Harvard, and a B.A. in Biology from Reed College. His work integrates genomic and computational approaches to study nuclear processes, chromosomal organization, and disease mechanisms. Kim’s research group has pioneered studies on enhancer function, CTCF-mediated chromatin interactions, and the role of long noncoding RNAs in cancer. Notable contributions include uncovering links between metabolic pathways and oncogenesis, as well as mechanisms underlying lymphatic vascular development. His lab, the Functional Genomics Laboratory, innovates techniques like ChIP-seq and 3C-based analyses to study gene regulation at the genome scale. Kim has received prestigious awards such as the Pew-Stewart Scholar Award (2011), Sidney Kimmel Scholar Award (2008), and Rita Allen Scholar Award (2007). His work has been published in high-impact journals, including Brain , Nature , and Genome Research . Collaborations with institutions like MD Anderson Cancer Center and Baylor College of Medicine highlight his interdisciplinary approach to translational research. His current projects address chronic pain mechanisms, leveraging transcriptomic data from human dorsal root ganglia, and targeting metabolic vulnerabilities in squamous cell carcinomas. Kim’s training includes postdoctoral work at the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research (2002–2006) and a prior faculty position at Yale University (2006–2013).

Randal Martinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Air Quality
• Air Pollution Control
• Atmospheric Chemistry
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Randal Martin is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Utah State University (USU), affiliated with the Utah Water Research Laboratory (UWRL). He teaches core courses in air quality management, air pollutant measurements, and environmental process dynamics, and has coordinated seminars and laboratory courses. His research is centered on air pollution, with emphasis on PM2.5, wintertime ozone, ammonia emissions, and agricultural and vehicular sources. PhD, Civil Engineering, Washington State University, 1992 MS, Environmental Engineering, Washington State University, 1989 BS, Environmental Engineering, Montana Tech, 1982 Dr. Martin’s research spans atmospheric chemistry, environmental monitoring, and health impacts of air pollution. He investigates the sources and formation mechanisms of particulate matter and ozone, particularly in complex environments like Utah’s mountain valleys and the Great Salt Lake region. His work integrates field measurements, remote sensing (including drone-based systems), and laboratory toxicology to assess both environmental and human health impacts. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on real-world air quality challenges, including urban and agricultural emissions, indoor air pollution in hookah lounges, and transboundary smoke from wildfires. He employs advanced instrumentation, including low-cost sensors and lidar, to monitor pollutants across diverse spatial and temporal scales. His studies often involve interdisciplinary collaboration and have direct policy and public health implications. Notable scientific awards include: Fulbright Flex Grant, 2017 2007 Outstanding Engaged Scholar, Utah Campus Compact Dr. Martin has mentored multiple graduate students and leads significant research projects such as the Wasatch Front Ozone Study (2023–2025), which uses drones to measure ozone over the Great Salt Lake, and real-time ammonia emissions studies from vehicles and ambient sources. He has also contributed to educational outreach, including the USU Stars! Gear Up Summer Engineering Camp for high school students. He is actively involved in laboratory coordination, course development, and interdisciplinary environmental research, maintaining a strong presence in both academic and applied environmental science communities.

Tamas Ordogمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gastrointestinal Neuromuscular Biology
• Interstitial Cells of Cajal
• Enteric Neuroscience
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Tamas Ordog, M.D., is a Professor of Physiology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, with primary appointments in the Department of Physiology & Biomedical Engineering and a joint appointment in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine. He leads research in gastrointestinal neuromuscular biology and epigenomics, contributing significantly to understanding motility disorders and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. Primary Appointment: Consultant, Department of Physiology & Biomedical Engineering Joint Appointment: Consultant, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine Academic Rank: Professor of Physiology Institution: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN Dr. Ordog earned his M.D. from the University of Pecs Medical School, Hungary, followed by postdoctoral training in neuroendocrinology at the University of Texas Medical School at Houston under Dr. Ernst Knobil, and in uterine cell proliferation at the University of Pecs under Dr. Marietta Vertes. His research focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of gastrointestinal motility, particularly interstitial cells of Cajal and enteric neurons. He investigates how epigenetic and metabolic dysregulation contributes to diseases like diabetic gastroparesis and GISTs. Dr. Ordog established the Epigenomics Program at Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine, advancing cutting-edge epigenomic technologies. The most recent publications reflect a strong trend in single-cell and spatial multiomics, AI-assisted imaging, and translational applications in diabetes and cancer. His work integrates genomics, epigenomics, metabolomics, and animal models to identify therapeutic targets. Honoree, Famous Hungarian Neuroscientists in the World, University of Pecs, Hungary, 2017 Recipient, Geza Hetenyi Memorial Medallion and honorary membership, Hungarian Gastroenterological Society, 2010 Recipient, Masters Award in Gastroenterology, PriCara, 2008 Dr. Ordog is actively involved in multiple NIH-funded research projects, including as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI on grants from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. He mentors researchers and leads core facilities such as the Epigenomics and Spatial Biology Core. His lab is part of the Center for Cell Signaling in Gastroenterology and the Enteric Neuroscience Program, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. His research group utilizes advanced technologies in gene editing, epigenomic profiling, and spatial proteomics, contributing to novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for gastrointestinal diseases.

Robin Aupperleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Anxiety Disorders
• Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Depression
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Robin Aupperle, Ph.D. , is an Associate Professor at the University of Tulsa in the Oxley College of Health and Natural Sciences and a Principal Investigator at the Laureate Institute for Brain Research (LIBR) . She also serves as a Volunteer Faculty Member in the Department of Psychiatry at The University of Oklahoma . Education: Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Oklahoma State University Master's and Doctoral Degrees in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Kansas , mentored by Cary Savage, Ph.D., and Douglas Denney, Ph.D. Research Interests: Dr. Aupperle's NeuroCognitive Aspects of Anxiety, Trauma and Treatment (NeuroCATT) Laboratory focuses on translational neuroscience to optimize psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. Her work integrates neuroimaging (fMRI, ERP), behavioral testing, and computational modeling to identify neural and behavioral predictors of treatment response. Current projects include studying cultural protective factors in American Indian populations, neurofeedback-augmented mindfulness training, and mechanisms underlying comorbid anxiety-depression-substance use disorders. Scientific Collaborations: Dr. Aupperle collaborates with researchers across institutions including: Murray Stein, Ph.D. (University of California, San Diego) Amy Jak, Ph.D. (San Diego VA Healthcare System) Michelle Craske, Ph.D. (University of California, Los Angeles) Jim Abelson, M.D., Ph.D. (University of Michigan) Training & Mentorship: Dr. Aupperle co-mentors graduate students in the Clinical Psychology Graduate Program at TU, emphasizing research experience, statistical skills, and diversity. She leads projects on criminal diversion programs for women, mental health resiliency in college students, and neurobiological mechanisms of therapeutic interventions. Grants & Funding: Her research is supported by institutional resources at TU and LIBR, with participation in NIH-funded initiatives like the Adolescent Brain and Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study®.

• Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Ionic Liquids
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Andreia A. Rosatella is an Assistant Professor at Universidade Lusófona , where she leads research projects on sustainable, biocompatible materials for drug delivery and chemical/biohazard protection . Her career spans postdoctoral work at iMed-ULisboa (2012–2019), a research fellowship at IST-UL (2011–2012), and a 2018–2019 tenure with IST's Solid-State group. She has secured 11 funded projects , including 3 as Principal Investigator and a SPS-NATO international project . Research Focus : Development of ionic liquids (including Magnetic and Chiral variants ), green chemistry , asymmetric catalysis , and flow chemistry . Her work emphasizes biodegradable materials and CO2 transport mechanisms. Publications : 15 most recent articles explore chemical decontamination systems , DASA stability , and anticancer diterpenes , with a future 2025 ChemCatChem paper on biocatalytic heme peroxidase cascades . Key subfields include Adler-Becker reaction optimization , chiral separations , and toxicological evaluation of solvents . Education : PhD in Chemistry (2011, Instituto Superior Técnico-UL ), Licenciatura in Applied Chemistry. Labs & Collaborations : Active in CBIOS (2021–present) and iMed-ULisboa (2019–2021). Collaborated with 99 researchers across multidisciplinary teams.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Systems Biology
• Computational Biology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Natal A.W. van Riel is a Full Professor of Biomedical Systems Biology at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology and a part-time Professor of Computational Modelling at Amsterdam University Medical Centers . His research focuses on metabolic networks , scientific machine learning , human digital twins , and complex dynamical systems in cardiometabolic diseases like obesity and type 2 diabetes. Research Interests include bile acid metabolism in gut-metabolic health interactions (e.g., RESOLVE project ), nutrient digestion and metabolism modeling under NWO Complexity in Health and Nutrition , and metabolic digital twins for predictive, preventive, and personalized medicine. Key applications include diabetes self-management ( DiaGame project ) and post-bariatric surgery assessment ( Metabolic Health Index ). Recent Publications highlight universal differential equations for biological systems, spatiotemporal metabolic modeling, ensemble approaches for RNA-Seq-based metabolic models, and digital health interventions. Collaborations span engineers, clinicians, and social scientists. Scientific Awards include the AMC Principal Investigator (2016) COST Action BM1402 (2014) Koninklijke Onderscheiding (Order of Orange-Nassau, 2014) He contributes to academic governance through roles in examination committees , curriculum development , and research committees . His educational background includes an MSc in Electrical Engineering (1995) and a PhD in Biotechnology (2000).

• Molecular Biology
• Cardiac Research
• Biomedical Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hayley Bennett is an Experimental Officer in the FBMH Faculty Office Administration, contributing to biomedical research across molecular biology and cellular mechanisms. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. Research focuses include cardiac muscle cell biology, mitochondrial dynamics, fibronectin adhesion mechanisms, and inflammatory pathways. Notable projects involve genetic risk factors for neuropathies and nuclear interactions of cytokines like interleukin-1α. Collaborations span international teams investigating rare genetic disorders and inflammatory processes. Recent studies explore endocytic traffic impacts on inflammasome activation and fibronectin-associated adhesion dynamics.

Malvina Pizzutoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Immunology
• Cell Biology
• Innate Immunity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Malvina Pizzuto is a Researcher at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB), University of Queensland. Her work focuses on lipid-protein interactions in immune signaling pathways, particularly involving Toll-like receptors (TLRs) and inflammasomes. Key research themes include how lipids such as cardiolipin and ornithine lipid modulate innate immune responses, inflammasome activation, and inflammation-related diseases. She has contributed to understanding the molecular mechanisms behind lipid-mediated immune activation and the design of lipid-based vaccine adjuvants. Her interdisciplinary studies bridge biochemistry, cell biology, and immunology. Her research has explored topics like non-canonical inflammasome inhibition by cardiolipin, TLR4 activation by cationic lipids, and the role of lipid aggregates in triggering inflammatory responses. She has published widely in journals such as Cell Reports , Frontiers in Immunology , and Progress in Lipid Research . Dr. Pizzuto collaborates with groups studying innate immunity, lipid signaling, and nanomedicine, contributing to advancements in vaccine development and inflammatory disease mechanisms. Despite her extensive publication record, no scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. She is currently affiliated with IMB but no former roles or retirements are noted.

Marta Francesconiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health
• Biomarkers and Mental Health Prediction
• Inflammation and Behavioral Outcomes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Marta Francesconi is an Associate Professor at University College London's IOE - Department of Psychology and Human Development. She joined IOE in 2017 as a Research Associate, progressing to Lecturer (2021-2024) before her current role. Her work focuses on identifying biomarkers predictive of mental health issues in children and adolescents, particularly examining the role of inflammation, adverse life events, and the built environment. She teaches modules on the Psychology with Education BSc and contributes to the Child Development MSc and Professional Educational, Child and Adolescent Psychology DEdPsy programs. Dr Francesconi holds a PhD in Clinical-Experimental Neuroscience from Sapienza University of Rome, with postdoctoral training at UC San Diego. Her research integrates clinical psychology, immunology, and environmental science, addressing societal challenges like climate change and urban design impacts. Key themes include stress-inflammation pathways, decision-making in eating disorders, and urban environments' cognitive effects. She has published in high-impact journals such as Brain, Behavior, and Immunity and Psychological Medicine . Her interdisciplinary approach bridges basic science and clinical practice, aiming to improve early interventions for mental health. She emphasizes London's multicultural environment as a critical asset for her work, fostering collaborations across disciplines and institutions.

Adrianne Rosalesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomaterials
• Polymer Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Adrianne Rosales is an Associate Professor in the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, holding the Henry Beckman Professorship. Her research focuses on biomimetic and dynamic polymer systems to engineer biological microenvironments, with applications in health and disease modeling. She teaches courses including CHE 372 (Reactor Design), CHE 210 (Computing), and CHE 379/384T (Biomaterials). Education: PhD (UC Berkeley, 2013), Postdoc (University of Colorado Boulder, 2013–2017), B.S. (UT Austin, 2007). Her work bridges chemical engineering, materials science, and biology, emphasizing stimuli-responsive hydrogels, cell-material interactions, and precision polymers. Research interests include developing synthetic hydrogels for disease models, understanding polymer structure-property relationships, and engineering materials to mimic dynamic biological processes. Recent studies explore immunomodulatory hydrogels, photothermal drug delivery, and tunable substrates for stem cell engineering. Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2021), NIH MIRA (2020), 3M Faculty Award (2022), multiple teaching awards (including Texas Ten Teaching Award). Lab & Outreach: Rosales Research Group at UT Austin. Openings for postdocs, graduate/undergraduate researchers. Focus on biomaterials for health applications.

Anthony Wexlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Air Pollution
• Environmental Engineering
• Public Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anthony Wexler is a Distinguished Professor at the University of California, Davis, holding joint appointments in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Land, Air and Water Resources. He serves as Director of the Air Quality Research Center (AQRC), leading research on air pollution dynamics, health impacts, and advanced instrumentation. His work bridges atmospheric science, engineering, and public health, with a focus on developing new measurement tools and models to understand pollution dispersion and exposure risks. Positions: Distinguished Professor across three departments Affiliations: AQRC, UC Davis College of Engineering Research interests include aerosol physics, particulate matter behavior, climate impacts of pollutants, and health effects of exposure. Notable projects involve the IMPROVE network for national parks air quality monitoring and EPA contract work on chemical speciation analysis. He pioneered studies on traffic-related air pollution effects on neurodegenerative diseases and developed low-cost air sensors for community use. Recent work explores machine learning applications in atmospheric modeling, including photochemical processes and aerosol transport. His lab has innovated spark-induced breakdown spectroscopy for real-time metal detection and designed highly efficient facemask geometries to reduce aerosol transmission during pandemics. Collaborations span government agencies (EPA, National Park Service), industry, and international research networks. Ongoing efforts focus on carbon capture technologies using biomimetic absorbents and AI-driven conservation laws for computational efficiency in environmental models.

Anders Enocsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Orthopedic Traumatology
• Clinical Epidemiology
• Trauma Surgery
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anders Enocson is an Adjunct Professor of Orthopedic Traumatology at the Karolinska Institutet , leading the Orthopedics Research Group at the Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery. He combines academic research with clinical practice as a senior physician at Karolinska University Hospital. Specialist in orthopedic surgery since 2007 First professor in orthopedic traumatology in Sweden (2020) Extensive clinical experience across Sweden and UK Research focus: Trauma epidemiology, fracture outcomes, and AI applications His research spans: Trauma Registry Karolinska - Data-driven quality improvement SweTrau - National trauma registry machine learning models Pelvic Fractures - Complication reduction strategies Tendon Repair - Mechanobiology and neuropeptide regulation Medical Imaging - CT motion analysis for fractures Orthopedic Oncology - Sarcoma treatment outcomes Key publication trends show emphasis on Machine learning for mortality prediction 3D CT analysis in fracture follow-up Long-term joint replacement outcomes Postoperative complication risk factors Tendon healing biomarkers Clinical collaborations include AO Foundation courses in Sweden Karolinska Traumacentrum leadership International orthopedic networks Multidisciplinary teams in trauma care

• Autoimmunity
• Rheumatology
• Immunology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marie Wahren-Herlenius is Professor of Experimental Rheumatology at Karolinska Institutet and Head of Department at the Department of Medicine, Solna since 2021. She leads the Autoimmunity and Cancer research group focusing on immune system function in autoimmune diseases and cancer. With extensive international experience from the University of Bergen, University of Tokyo, and Harvard Medical School, she has established herself as a leading researcher in rheumatology. Her research interests center on autoimmune rheumatic diseases, particularly Sjögren's syndrome, congenital heart block, and the role of interferons in autoimmune conditions and cancer. She investigates why women are disproportionately affected by rheumatic diseases, with nine out of ten Sjögren's syndrome patients being women. Her work spans experimental studies at cellular and molecular levels, experimental models, and clinical patient-based research. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on genetic factors in autoimmune diseases, particularly HLA associations and polygenic risk scores. Her research consistently explores sex differences in autoimmune conditions and the molecular mechanisms behind autoantibody production. The work bridges basic immunology with clinical applications, particularly in understanding disease pathogenesis to develop better diagnostics and treatments. Göran Gustafsson Prize in Medicine Nanna Svartz Prize for Rheumatological Research Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology's Prize for Rheumatological Research IMID Prize for Research on Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases Three nominations for best abstract by Swedish Rheumatological Society Three doctoral theses from her group nominated for best rheumatology thesis Professor Wahren-Herlenius has chaired the Scandinavian Immunology Society (2010-2015), Junior Faculty at Karolinska Institutet (2002-2005), and the Doctoral Student Association (1991). Her research group comprises approximately 15 people with both clinical and basic science backgrounds. She has received significant research funding supporting studies on autoimmune mechanisms, with particular emphasis on understanding the cellular and molecular basis of disease processes to develop prevention strategies, new diagnostics, and treatments. Her laboratory investigates the function of interferon-regulated genes in autoimmune diseases and cancer using various techniques including lentiviral CRISPR/Cas9, shRNA, and experimental models. The group also uses genome-wide CRISPR/Cas9 libraries in cancer cells to identify genes involved in metastasis and drug response.

Peter Cavnarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cell Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Immunology
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Peter Cavnar is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of West Florida, affiliated with the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering. He serves as the Interim Chair of the Physics Department and Associate Dean of HMCSE. His academic and research work is centered on cell biology, immunology, and molecular mechanisms of disease. Ph.D. in Biological Sciences – Cell & Molecular Biology, Florida State University B.S. in Biological Sciences, Florida State University Postdoctoral Training, Department of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, University of Wisconsin–Madison Dr. Cavnar's research focuses on fundamental cellular processes such as cell motility, adhesion, cytoskeletal dynamics, and cell death , with direct relevance to immunological diseases like severe congenital neutropenia (SCN) and inflammatory disorders including arthritis and lupus. He investigates how defects in proteins like HAX1 disrupt neutrophil function, using the PLB-985 cell line as a model. Additionally, he explores the evolutionary origins of wound healing and regeneration through studies on marine organisms, particularly comb jellies (Ctenophores). His recent publications span journals such as the Journal of Biological Chemistry and Biomedical Microdevices , reflecting interdisciplinary work combining cell biology, bioengineering, and immunology. Key themes across his research include neutrophil migration, microfluidic platforms for cell assays, actin regulation, and antibody validation . This body of work highlights a strong emphasis on both basic science and translational applications. Dr. Cavnar has co-authored a patent utilizing microfluidics for cell biology studies, underscoring innovation in experimental methodology. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his leadership roles and sustained research output indicate significant scholarly impact. He teaches courses including Cell Biology, Biochemistry, General Biology, and Zoology, contributing extensively to undergraduate and graduate education. He advises students and mentors research, though specific advisees are not named. His lab engages in collaborative science, often working with interdisciplinary teams involving bioengineers and immunologists. Current projects involve developing novel model systems and refining tools for studying immune cell behavior in controlled environments.

• Breast Cancer Research
• Biobanking
• Cancer Microenvironment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Louise L. Jones serves as the Director of the NRP Biorepository at the University of East Anglia, where she is a member of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences with focus on Metabolic Health research. Her leadership role in biorepository management positions her at the intersection of clinical practice and research infrastructure. Her research program centers on breast cancer pathology with particular emphasis on: Inflammatory breast cancer and immune microenvironment characterization DCIS progression mechanisms and myoepithelial cell biology Advanced imaging techniques for surgical margin detection Biobanking practices and ethical considerations in tissue sample management Dr. Jones's work demonstrates a strong translational focus, bridging basic science discoveries with clinical applications in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Her publications reveal a consistent trajectory of investigating cellular mechanisms that drive cancer progression while developing practical diagnostic methodologies. Her scientific contributions have received significant attention, with multiple publications accumulating substantial citations. Notably, her 2021 work on X-ray phase-contrast computed tomography has been referenced in patents and Wikipedia pages, indicating substantial impact on the field of breast cancer diagnostics. As Director of the NRP Biorepository, she oversees critical research infrastructure that supports numerous clinical and translational studies, particularly in the metabolic health domain. Her leadership ensures high-quality biological specimens are available for cutting-edge cancer research while navigating complex ethical and logistical challenges inherent in biobanking operations.