جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Mind-body interactions
• Mental health
• Autonomic nervous system
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Doran Amos is a teaching-focused Lecturer in Neuroscience within the School of Life Sciences at the University of Sussex, a position held since August 2022. They convene the Neuroscience with Psychology degree course and teach across undergraduate and postgraduate programs in neuroscience education. Dr. Amos's research interests center around two main areas: mind-body interactions in relation to stress and mental health, and neuronal information coding for navigation and spatial cognition. Within these domains, they explore autonomic nervous system activity (particularly heart rate variability), mindfulness practices, psychedelic therapeutics, hippocampal function, and neural oscillations. As a teaching-focused academic, Dr. Amos supervises literature and outreach projects for final-year undergraduate, Master's, and medical students, but does not run laboratory-based research or supervise PhD students. Their recent publications demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach connecting neuroscience with education, mental health, and navigation research. Dr. Amos has received significant attention for their publications, with notable citation metrics including 137 total citations for their 2015 Current Biology paper on goal direction signals in the entorhinal region. Teaches courses including Research and Professional Skills I & II, and Molecular Neuropharmacology Supervises student projects on mind-body interactions and neural coding Focuses on contemplative pedagogy in neuroscience education Has published across multiple neuroscience domains including navigation, memory, and mental health Dr. Amos earned their PhD in Neuroscience from University College London (2006-2011) following a BSc in Biochemistry from Imperial College London, and has held research positions at University College London, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, and the University of Sussex prior to their current lecturing role.

Eva H. Stukenbrockمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Genomics
• Plant Pathology
• Fungal Evolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Eva H. Stukenbrock is a Max Planck Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology in Plön, Germany, and a professor at the Christian-Albrechts University of Kiel. She heads the Max Planck Fellow Group Environmental Genomics, which is jointly hosted by both institutions. Her research focuses on the evolutionary genomics of plant-pathogenic fungi, particularly the genus Zymoseptoria, using integrated genomic, transcriptomic, and experimental approaches. Her research interests include: Evolutionary mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions Genomic architecture and accessory chromosome dynamics in fungal pathogens Adaptive evolution and diversification of plant pathogens Epigenetic regulation in pathogen genomes Population genomics of emerging pathogens Professor Stukenbrock's recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on accessory chromosome evolution, horizontal gene transfer, and host specialization mechanisms in fungal pathogens. Her work demonstrates how chromosomal rearrangements and epigenetic modifications drive pathogen adaptation to agricultural environments. The research spans from fundamental evolutionary mechanisms to practical implications for disease management in crops. She has made significant contributions to understanding how fungal pathogens evolve in response to crop domestication and agricultural practices, with publications in high-impact journals including Nature Communications, PNAS, and New Phytologist. Her work on horizontal chromosome transfer between asexual fungi has challenged conventional understanding of pathogen evolution. Professor Stukenbrock has supervised numerous graduate students across PhD, Master's, and Bachelor's levels, with her students conducting research on diverse aspects of fungal genomics and evolution. Her laboratory maintains active collaborations with international research groups and participates in major scientific conferences focused on plant-microbe interactions and evolutionary biology.

Matthias H. Hennigمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Neuroscience
• Large-Scale Neural Recordings
• Neural Population Activity Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthias H. Hennig is a Professor of Computational Neuroscience at the University of Edinburgh, School of Informatics, Institute for Adaptive and Neural Computation. He leads the Hennig Lab, which focuses on the intersection of neuroscience and computational methods. His research spans three main areas: Development of tools for analysis of large-scale neural recordings, including the SpikeInterface project and Herding Spikes software Modeling neural population activity using data-driven approaches like Targeted Neural Dynamical Modeling Studying retinal development and function, particularly spontaneous network activity patterns like retinal waves The lab has produced significant methodological contributions to neural data analysis, with software tools used internationally. Recent publications (2019-2022) show consistent output in high-impact journals across computational neuroscience, neural data analysis methods, and biological studies of neural circuits. The research demonstrates a strong focus on developing reproducible analysis pipelines for next-generation electrophysiology data. Professor Hennig currently supervises six PhD students across multiple CDT programs and has an impressive track record of student placements in both academic and industry positions. His international collaborations span institutions in Europe, North America, and India, reflecting the global impact of his work.

• Animal Behavior
• Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xue Bian serves as an Adjunct Research Officer in the Ecological Plant and Animal Sciences department at La Trobe University, Melbourne. Her research program bridges animal behavior, ecology, and evolutionary biology through interdisciplinary methodologies including field experiments, computational modeling, and proteomic analysis. Primary research interests focus on animal communication systems and physiological adaptations , particularly examining how ecological context mediates signal effectiveness in lizards and motion camouflage strategies in insects. Key investigations explore: Environmental constraints on movement-based signaling High-altitude physiological adaptations in reptiles Evolutionary mechanisms of anti-predator behaviors Analysis of recent publications reveals a cohesive trajectory in understanding signal efficacy across taxa, demonstrating how display structure interacts with habitat characteristics to determine communication success. Proteomic studies further elucidate molecular adaptations to extreme environments, highlighting conserved physiological strategies in energy-restricted systems. Collaborative work with researchers across Australia and China underscores engagement with international scientific communities, though specific grant details or advising roles remain undocumented in available sources.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Entomology
• Genomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joel Vizueta Moraga serves as both an Assistant Professor and Guest Researcher in the Department of Biology, Ecology and Evolution at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Science. His academic appointment places him within one of Europe's leading research institutions, where he maintains an active research program focused on evolutionary biology and genomics. Dr. Vizueta Moraga's research interests span evolutionary biology, entomology (particularly ant research), genomics, bioinformatics, social evolution, and fungal symbiosis. His work demonstrates a strong focus on the evolutionary mechanisms driving adaptation in social insects, particularly ants, and their symbiotic relationships with fungi. His expertise bridges computational biology with field-based evolutionary studies, creating a unique interdisciplinary approach to understanding complex biological systems. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a consistent research trajectory centered on ant evolution, genomics, and symbiotic relationships. His work spans multiple subfields including venom evolution, social immunity mechanisms, domestication genomics of symbiotic fungi, and the development of bioinformatic tools for genomic analysis. A notable trend is his contribution to understanding the co-evolutionary dynamics between ants and their fungal partners, as well as the genomic signatures of these long-term symbiotic relationships. Dr. Vizueta Moraga has made significant contributions through both primary research articles and methodological tools like GALEON, which advances the field of genome analysis. His research has garnered attention across multiple platforms, with mentions in news outlets, social media, and academic networks. While specific details about his advising activities and grants are not provided in the available information, his collaborative publications suggest active engagement with research teams across international boundaries. His work appears to involve substantial computational components alongside traditional biological research methodologies. Based on publication patterns and institutional affiliation, Dr. Vizueta Moraga likely operates within research groups focused on evolutionary genomics and social insect biology at the University of Copenhagen, contributing to both theoretical frameworks and practical computational tools in his field.

Charlotta Kvarnemoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Biology
• Behavioral Ecology
• Sexual Selection
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Charlotta Kvarnemo is a Professor in the Department of Biology and Environmental Sciences at the University of Gothenburg. Her research focuses on evolutionary biology and behavioral ecology, particularly in fish species. She leads the Kvarnemo Lab, which investigates various aspects of reproductive behavior, sexual selection, and parental care in marine environments. Professor Kvarnemo's research spans evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology, and marine science with emphasis on sexual selection mechanisms, reproductive strategies, and environmental influences on mating behaviors. Her work primarily examines how factors like salinity gradients, anthropogenic noise, and sex ratios affect reproductive success in fish, particularly gobies and pipefish. She investigates both male and female competition, mate choice processes, and the physiological basis of reproductive traits. Her research combines field observations with controlled experiments to understand evolutionary adaptations in reproductive systems. Analysis of Professor Kvarnemo's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on sexual selection theory, particularly examining how environmental constraints shape mating behaviors and reproductive outcomes. Her work challenges traditional assumptions about sex roles, demonstrating complex female competition and signaling behaviors. A significant portion of her research investigates the interplay between natural and sexual selection in determining reproductive strategies, with particular attention to nest-building behavior, parental care systems, and sperm competition. She has made important contributions to understanding how environmental stressors like noise pollution and salinity changes impact reproductive success in marine organisms. Professor Kvarnemo actively collaborates with researchers internationally and contributes to large-scale initiatives in marine evolutionary biology. Her work has practical implications for understanding invasive species dynamics, conservation biology, and the impacts of environmental change on marine ecosystems. She is also involved in science communication efforts, advocating for biologists to contribute to Wikipedia to improve public access to scientific knowledge. Professor Kvarnemo leads the Kvarnemo Lab at the University of Gothenburg, which maintains a multidisciplinary research approach combining behavioral observations, physiological measurements, and molecular techniques. The lab focuses on evolutionary ecology questions related to reproductive behavior in marine environments, with particular expertise in goby and pipefish species that exhibit diverse mating systems including sex role reversal. The research group investigates how environmental factors influence reproductive decisions and success, contributing to fundamental understanding of evolutionary processes while addressing contemporary ecological challenges.