جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Phylogenetics
• Odonata Research
• Visual System Evolution
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Seth Bybee is a Professor in the Department of Biology within the College of Life Sciences at Brigham Young University. His research focuses on phylogenetics, Odonata (dragonfly) evolution, and visual system evolution. He teaches courses in General Biology, Entomology, and Evolution. Education: Research Fellow in Phylogenetic Systematics at Université de Montpellier, Institute des Science de l’Evolution (2020) Postdoctoral Researcher in Phylogenomics and Vision transcriptomes at Brigham Young University (2012) Postdoctoral Researcher in Behavioral Ecology and Insect Vision at University of California-Irvine (2009) PhD in Phylogenetic Systematics (Dragonfly Evolution) from University of Florida (2008) B.S. in Conservation Biology from Brigham Young University (2004) Research Interests: Professor Bybee's research spans evolutionary biology and entomology, with a focus on the phylogenetics of Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) and the evolution of visual systems. His work integrates molecular, morphological, and behavioral data to understand the evolutionary history and adaptations of insects, especially in visual ecology. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards were listed in the provided information. Advising and Grants: The source text does not provide specific information about students advised or grants received. Research Lab: Professor Bybee leads the Bybee Lab (bybeelab.byu.edu), which conducts research in evolutionary biology and entomology.

Carsten Eie Frigaardمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Signal Processing
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carsten Eie Frigaard is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Aarhus University (AU Engineering). His work focuses on signal processing and machine learning applications in biological monitoring systems. Research Themes: Development of computer vision systems for ecological monitoring, object detection of insects in time-lapse imagery, and deep learning applications for camera trap data analysis. Key Collaborations: Co-authorship with K. Bjerge on multiple publications in journals like PLOS Sustainability and Transformation , Sensors , and Computers and Electronics in Agriculture , as well as preprints on bioRxiv and arXiv.org . Project Involvement: Led the "Varroamide detektion på bier" research project from March 2017 to December 2018, focusing on automated monitoring of honeybee infestations.

Marie-Laure Delignette-Mullerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biostatistics
• Ecotoxicology
• Microbial Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marie-Laure Delignette-Muller is a teacher-researcher at the Veterinary Campus, specializing in biostatistics and ecotoxicology. She is affiliated with the Basic Sciences Teaching Department and the Biometrics and Evolutionary Biology Laboratory. Her ORCID is 0000-0001-5453-3994. Research Interests: Biostatistics, Bayesian inference, dose-response modeling, species sensitivity distributions, and microbial risk assessment. She has developed tools like DRomics and MOSAIC for ecological and toxicological data analysis. Publication Trends: Recent works focus on veterinary diagnostics (e.g., ELISA tests for C. burnetii), environmental toxicology (tire particles, triclosan), and microbial ecology (Wolbachia, STEC). Her articles integrate statistical modeling with biological applications. Teaching: Biostatistics, linear and mixed models, distribution fitting, and critical reading of scientific articles. Educational resources available at https://biostatistique.vetagro-sup.fr .

Richard Petersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Animal Behaviour
• Behavioural Ecology
• Vision Science
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Richard Peters is an Associate Professor in Ecological Plant and Animal Sciences at La Trobe University, Melbourne, where he serves as Group Leader of the Animal Behaviour Group (ABG). His research spans multiple continents including Australia, China, and Ecuador, focusing on diverse animal taxa such as lizards, frogs, birds, insects, and arachnids. Dr. Peters completed his BA(Hons) and PhD at Macquarie University, followed by postdoctoral positions at Macquarie University (2003-2005) and The Australian National University as an ARC Postdoctoral Research Fellow (2005-2009). His research program centers on animal behavior with particular emphasis on the evolution of animal signals in relation to sensory system function and evolutionary processes. The ABG investigates vibratory, acoustic, and movement-based visual signals across diverse ecological contexts. Current projects include studies on fishing spiders' population structure, Guthega skink conservation, and the 'Virtual Lens' project examining motion vision. His work integrates field studies with computational approaches to understand how environmental constraints shape animal communication systems. Dr. Peters' publication record demonstrates consistent productivity in leading journals across animal behavior, ecology, and evolutionary biology. His recent work shows a trend toward increasingly interdisciplinary research combining behavioral observations with computational modeling, particularly in the context of visual signal transmission in natural environments. His research has expanded from primarily Australian systems to include international collaborations in China and Ecuador. Dr. Peters has secured significant research funding including an ARC Discovery Project grant ($333K) for the Virtual Lens project and a National Geographic Society Research & Exploration Grant for work on Anolis lizards in Ecuador. His research has practical applications in conservation, particularly for endangered species like the Guthega skink. He leads the Animal Behaviour Group, a dynamic research team that has worked across three continents studying over 50 species. The group maintains field sites in diverse Australian ecosystems including the Galapagos Islands, Ecuadorian rainforests, and Chinese wetlands. Current projects include investigations of spider predation on agricultural pests, fishing spider population dynamics, Guthega skink conservation, and the Virtual Lens project examining motion signal transmission.

Julia Höglundمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Genetic Variation
• Evolutionary Biology
• Genomic Sequence Annotation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julia Höglund is a Postdoctoral Researcher based at the Centre for Palaeogenetics, affiliated with the Department of Zoology at Stockholm University and collaborating with Wageningen University and Research. Her primary research focuses on genomic sequence annotation, mutational load quantification, and the role of genetic variation in evolution and disease. She works on endangered species like the arctic fox and extinct species such as the woolly mammoth. BSc in Biology, Lund University (2012-2015) MSc in Biology, Lund University (2015-2017) MSc in Bioinformatics, Lund University (2015-2017) PhD in Medical Sciences (Statistical Genetics), Uppsala University (2018-2022) Her research spans genetic epidemiology , inflammatory disease mechanisms , and conservation genomics , with expertise in whole-genome sequencing, polygenic risk scores, and evolutionary adaptation studies. Key projects include developing the FlyCADD model for variant scoring, analyzing estradiol's genetic impact on cancer, and exploring owl vision genetics. Recent publications reveal trends in inflammatory disease genetics (2019-2022), variant annotation (2025), and conservation genomics (2017-2019). Her work bridges computational biology, statistical genetics, and evolutionary applications. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the available text. Julia works jointly with Dr. Mirte Bosse at Wageningen University and Research, focusing on genomic models for endangered and extinct species. Her lab affiliations include the Centre for Palaeogenetics and Stockholm University's Department of Zoology.

• Systems Neuroscience
• Motor Learning and Control
• Animal Behavior
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Prof. Mackenzie Weygandt Mathis is Tenure-Track Assistant Professor and Bertarelli Foundation Chair of Integrative Neuroscience at EPFL’s Brain Mind Institute . Leading the Mathis Lab since 2020, she unites machine learning and systems neuroscience to decipher how brains learn and control movement. Education : PhD in Neuroscience, Harvard University (2017, advisor Naoshige Uchida) Post-doctoral training, University of Tübingen with Matthias Bethge (2017) Rowland Fellow, Harvard University (2017-2020) Research Focus : the lab develops open-source AI tools ( DeepLabCut , CEBRA , AmadeusGPT ) and combines them with large-scale neural recordings in behaving mice to uncover the neural basis of adaptive motor control. Core themes include sensorimotor learning, proprioception, and brain-inspired algorithms for robotics. Publications Trend : recent work spans robust machine-learning methods (ICLR, AISTATS 2025), foundational models for pose estimation ( SuperAnimal , 2024), and integrative studies linking neural population dynamics to muscle-level control ( Nature 2023, Cell 2024). Scientific Awards : Swiss Science Prize Latsis 2024 Robert Bing Prize 2024 Eric Kandel Young Neuroscientist Prize 2023 FENS EJN Young Investigator Prize 2022 Vallee Scholar, ELLIS Scholar, NSF Graduate Fellow Advising & Funding : she mentors 4 current PhD students and several postdocs, supported by SNSF Starting Grant (1.5 M CHF), CZI, Novartis, Radala Foundation, and Kavli Foundation grants. Labs & Teams : the Mathis Lab is located at Campus Biotech , Geneva, and actively collaborates with the Alexander Mathis group, Allen Institute, and international consortiums on open-source neuroscience tools.

Sandra Wintersمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Ecology
• Evolutionary biology
• Adaptive coloration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sandra Winters is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Helsinki , affiliated with the Faculty of Biological and Environmental Sciences and the Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Research Programme . Her research is funded by the Academy of Finland project "The evolution of warning signal diversity" from 2022 to 2025. She also serves as a supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in Wildlife Biology. Academic rank: Researcher Email: sandra.winters@helsinki.fi Research Interests: Sandra specializes in evolutionary biology and ecology, with a focus on adaptive coloration, visual ecology, and complex signaling systems. Her work spans predator-prey dynamics, sexual selection, and evolutionary adaptations across diverse taxa including primates, moths, and fruit structures. Key Research Trends: Her recent publications highlight: Ecological drivers of warning signal diversity Mechanisms of protective coloration in mammals Signal evolution in primate societies Interdisciplinary approaches combining computer vision and evolutionary theory Academic Activities: She organized the Oikos Finland 2023 Conference and contributes to multidisciplinary collaborations in wildlife biology.

Yiming Fengمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Food Science
• Bioprocessing
• Sustainable Food Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yiming Feng is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist at the Virginia Seafood Agricultural Research and Extension Center , affiliated with the Department of Biological Systems Engineering in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech. He leads the Sustainable & Intelligent Seafood Bioprocessing Lab , focusing on seafood safety and waste valorization. Ph.D. and B.S. in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Dr. Feng’s research integrates hyperspectral imaging and machine learning for real-time seafood safety monitoring (e.g., microplastic detection) and transforms food processing waste into biochar , bio-fungicides , and biogases . His work aligns with circular economy principles and addresses industry challenges like thermal validation and traceability regulations . Recent publications highlight advancements in non-destructive food sensing , plant-based seafood analogs , and agricultural waste conversion for energy and packaging. Grants include a USDA-SCBGP award for olive byproduct valorization and a 4-VA Collaborative Research Grant for microplastic detection. Food Processing Operation Award (Cal Poly, 2021–2023) Food Engineering Award (Cal Poly, 2021–2023) Food Quality Assurance Award (Cal Poly, 2021–2023) Advanced Food Processing Award (Cal Poly, 2021–2023) Dr. Feng actively recruits graduate students and collaborates with industry partners to bridge academic research with practical seafood sector solutions. His lab specializes in thermal validation studies , machine vision , and sustainable bioprocessing .

• Genetics
• Developmental Biology
• Physiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Juha Pekka Nuutila is a doctoral researcher affiliated with the University of Helsinki’s Doctoral Programme Brain & Mind. His work intersects genetics, physiology, and sensory ecology. Research Interests: Genetics, developmental biology, physiology, vision testing, behavior, veterinary medicine, and sensory ecology. Publications: Notable work includes research on cockroach optomotor responses in the Journal of Experimental Biology (2020). Activities: Active in academic events like Visionarium XXII, Visionarium XXI, and European Retina Meeting 2023.

• Computer Graphics
• Interactive Environments
• Visualization
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Prof. Dr. André Hinkenjann is the Founding Director of the Institute for Visual Computing and holds a Research Professorship in Computer Graphics and Interactive Systems at Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences. His research spans computer graphics, interactive environments, and visualization, with applications in VR/AR, digital twins, and scientific data analysis. He leads multidisciplinary projects funded by institutions like BMBF and Zukunftsfonds NRW. His research integrates: Computer Graphics : Real-time global illumination, foveated rendering, and GPU optimization Interactive Systems : Haptic interfaces, large-display collaboration, and spatial interaction techniques Applied VR/AR : From trauma therapy to industrial training and cultural heritage preservation Recent publications emphasize mixed-reality interaction, neural rendering, and perceptual optimization, reflecting a consistent focus on bridging theoretical graphics with human-centered applications. His lab frequently contributes to high-impact venues like ACM SIGGRAPH, IEEE VR, and Eurographics. Notable projects under his direction include: PInBiM: Gamified citizen science for museum-based insect research DT4MP: Digital twins for urban/industrial multiphysics simulations GTN: State-wide network advancing game technology in NRW Witality: VR for sensory wine analysis

• Neurobiology
• Visually guided behavior in insects
• Spatial learning and navigation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Martin Egelhaaf is a faculty member at Bielefeld University's Faculty of Biology, leading the Department of Neurobiology. He also serves as the Rectorate Representative for Research Networking in Medicine and as a Principal Investigator at the Center for Cognitive Interaction Technology (CITEC). Education: Universität Tübingen (undergraduate), University of Sussex (Diploma Thesis), Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics (Doctoral Thesis), University of Tübingen (Habilitation) His research focuses on neuronal mechanisms underlying visually guided behavior in insects, spatial learning, sensory information processing, population coding, virtual reality techniques, active vision strategies, neuromodelling, and bio-inspired robotics. These themes are reflected in his leadership of interdisciplinary initiatives like the DFG Graduate Research Programme and the BMBF Network MONIST. Scientific Awards & Honors: Fellowship from Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes (1976–1981) Otto-Hahn Prize of the Max-Planck-Society (1985) External member of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Vision Science (since 2005) He has held administrative roles including Dean of the Faculty of Biology (2002–2004) and Vice-Rector for Research (2006–2021), and currently represents the Rectorate in medical research networking.

• Image analysis
• Food quality assessment
• Granular mixture identification
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. inż. Piotr Zapotoczny, Professor at the University of Warmia and Mazury, specializes in Systems Engineering within the School of Technical Sciences. His research focuses on applying image analysis and hyperspectral imaging to evaluate food quality, particularly in agri-food products and granular mixtures. Scientific Discipline: Mechanical Engineering, Food and Nutrition Technology Email: zap@uwm.edu.pl ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3051-6940 His work explores: Physical properties of biological materials Image analysis for food quality Drying technology for edible insects Optimization of agricultural processes His recent publications (2025–2017) show expertise in computer vision, hyperspectral imaging, and thermophysical analysis of agricultural products. Key subfields include granular mixture identification, fungal infection detection, and sustainable food processing techniques. He supervises doctoral projects in Polish but not foreign candidates, with laboratory infrastructure available for research tasks.

Miranda Hausمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Root Architecture
• Plant Development
• Abiotic Stress
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Miranda Haus serves as an Assistant Professor in the Molecular Plant Sciences Program at Michigan State University, with additional appointments in the BioMolecular Science Gateway and Cell & Molecular Biology Program. Her research focuses on plant root architecture, development, and responses to abiotic and biotic stressors. Dr. Haus investigates root system formation under environmental challenges including climate change, CO2 fluctuations, and pathogen attacks. Her work integrates genetic analysis in model systems (Arabidopsis) with crop studies (common bean, grapevine), employing image-based phenotyping and molecular techniques to explore stress adaptation mechanisms. Key research areas encompass stomatal physiology, disease resistance breeding, and root-pathogen interactions. Publication trends (2013-2025) reveal strong emphasis on agricultural applications, particularly developing image-analysis tools for disease assessment and identifying genetic resistance in legumes. Her work bridges fundamental plant science with sustainable crop production, addressing emerging challenges in weed management under climate change and trans-generational stress responses.

• Seed Technology
• Biocontrol Microbes
• Climate Change Impact on Seed Production
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor John Hampton is a distinguished academic at Lincoln University's Department of Agricultural Sciences, where he has served as Professor of Seed Technology since 1999. He also directs the Lincoln University Seed Research Centre and has previously directed the Bio-Protection and Ecology Division. His research focuses on seed-based approaches to address climate change impacts on seed production and quality, biocontrol microbes for plant protection, and seed treatment technologies for enhancing plant resilience. Professor Hampton's research interests span multiple areas of agricultural science with a particular focus on seed technology and bio-protection. His work examines how bioinoculants can alleviate plant stress from both biotic and abiotic sources, the impacts of climate change on seed quality, methods for reducing nitrogen losses in agricultural systems, bio-control of plant pathogens and pests, plant endophytes, and vegetable seed production. His innovative research has led to significant commercial applications, including the development of Trichoderma-based seed treatments currently being commercialized with industry partners. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to agricultural science, with recent work focusing on fungal volatile organic compounds, seed treatment technologies, plant-microbe interactions, and climate change adaptation strategies. His research bridges fundamental science with practical applications for sustainable agriculture. PGG Wrightson Significant Achievement Award NZIAHS for services to the Seed Industry Doug Campbell Award Yates Award Sir Arthur Ward Science Communication Award NRAC Doctoral Fellowship Fellow of the NZ Institute of Agricultural and Horticultural Science Fellow of the Agronomy Society of New Zealand Professor Hampton has supervised numerous graduate students across diverse research topics related to seed science, plant protection, and sustainable agriculture. His research has been supported by significant industry partnerships including projects with Ravensdown Ltd on "Biologicals for Pastoral Agriculture" (2019-2021) and PGG Wrightson Seeds Ltd on the Primary Growth Partnership project "A New Vision for Pastoral Agriculture through Seed and Nutritional Technology Development" (2013-2016). He has also led international development projects in Nepal and Afghanistan that successfully doubled household income for cooperative members. Professor Hampton leads the Bio-Protection Research Centre and Lincoln University Seed Research Centre teams, focusing on developing innovative biocontrol solutions for agricultural challenges. His work bridges academic research with practical industry applications, particularly in seed treatment technologies and microbial solutions for plant protection.

Daniela Marchiniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Insect Reproductive Biology
• Sperm Transfer and Storage
• Accessory Reproductive Glands
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniela Marchini is an Associate Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Siena. She has been a researcher at the University since 1991 and qualified as an Associate Professor in Zoology in 2014. She currently serves as Director of the 60-credit initial teacher training program (class A050) and as University coordinator for the National Plan for Scientific Degrees in Biology and Biotechnology. Her educational background includes: Bachelor's degree in Biology (1986) from the University of Siena PhD in Animal Biology (1990) from the University of Siena Post-doctoral fellowship in Animal Biology (1991) from the University of Siena Dr. Marchini's research centers on insect reproductive biology using morpho-functional and biochemical approaches. Key interests include sperm transfer/storage mechanisms, accessory reproductive gland secretions, and antimicrobial peptides in animal reproduction. She actively integrates these themes with biodiversity education initiatives and science teacher development programs. Her recent publications reveal multidisciplinary trends: reproductive biology investigations into human sperm physiology and oxidative stress markers (2025), environmental toxicology studies on pollutant impacts in sea turtle conservation (2024), and innovative biodiversity education frameworks for teacher training (2023). Additional work spans space biology applications and human vision science. Dr. Marchini leads extensive teacher development initiatives including the National Plan for Scientific Degrees, 24 CFU Training Courses, and initial/ongoing science teacher certification programs. She serves as Department Orientation Delegate (2022-present) and Director of the A050 teacher training program (2023-24), while coordinating university-wide scientific degree orientation efforts since 2014.