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Manuela Pettiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Precision Medicine
• Biological Network Inference
• Network Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Manuela Petti is an Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Sapienza University of Rome's Department of Computer, Control, and Management Engineering since 2019. She is affiliated with the Bioengineering and Bioinformatics Lab and the National Bioengineering Group (GNB), and serves as Associate Editor for Frontiers in Medical Engineering (Computational Medicine section). Her academic background includes a cum laude M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering from Sapienza University of Rome (2011) and a Ph.D. from the University of Bologna (2016), with a visiting stint at Indiana University Bloomington (2015). M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome (2011, cum laude) Ph.D. Biomedical Engineering, University of Bologna (2016) Dr. Petti's research pioneers network-based computational approaches for precision medicine, integrating molecular data analysis, biological network inference, and brain connectivity estimation. Her work bridges bioinformatics and biomedical engineering to develop advanced methods for cancer research (focusing on sexual dimorphism and ethnic disparities), network neuroscience, and bioelectrical signal processing, with significant applications in oncology and neurology. Analysis of her 56 Scopus-indexed publications (1282 citations, H-index 13) reveals dominant trends in network medicine for cancer diagnostics, including immunological network signatures for immunotherapy response, miRNA regulation networks for sex disparities, and multi-omics integration for biomarker discovery. Her recent work emphasizes radiomics, drug repurposing, and patient stratification through network-based approaches. As an educator, she teaches "Bioinformatics and Network Medicine" and "Digital Epidemiology and Precision Medicine" in Sapienza's Data Science MSc program, having supervised over 10 Master's theses in Data Science, Computer Science, and Bioinformatics. She actively contributes to the Bioengineering and Bioinformatics Lab at Sapienza University of Rome, where her team develops computational frameworks for translating network-based discoveries into clinical applications, particularly in cancer therapeutics and neurological disorders.

Tomaso Poggioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Neuroscience
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tomaso Poggio serves as the Eugene McDermott Professor in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and holds appointments at the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). He is a founding member of the McGovern Institute for Brain Research and currently directs the Center for Brains, Minds, and Machines (CBMM), a major NSF-funded collaboration headquartered at the McGovern Institute. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Genoa (1970) Poggio's research fundamentally bridges computational neuroscience and artificial intelligence, investigating how biological vision systems operate and how these principles inform machine learning architectures. His work spans theoretical foundations of learning algorithms, neural network modeling, and computer vision systems that emulate biological processes. Key contributions include regularization theory for learning, feedforward models of rapid object recognition, and mathematical analyses of deep versus shallow networks. Analysis of his publication history (1990-2016) reveals an evolving trajectory from foundational learning theory toward deep neural networks and biological vision modeling, with consistent emphasis on mathematical rigor. His recent work (2014-2016) demonstrates strong integration of computational neuroscience with deep learning, particularly in visual cortex modeling and face recognition systems. His distinguished scientific recognition includes: Foreign Membership in the Italian Academy of Sciences Fellowship in the American Academy of Arts and Sciences 2014 Swartz Prize for Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience As director of the Center for Brains, Minds, and Machines, Poggio leads one of the largest interdisciplinary collaborations in computational neuroscience, securing substantial NSF funding to advance research at the intersection of neuroscience, cognitive science, and artificial intelligence. While specific graduate students aren't listed in source materials, his leadership positions indicate extensive mentorship within the CBMM consortium. His laboratory ecosystem centers around the McGovern Institute and CBMM, which unites over 100 researchers from MIT, Harvard, Carnegie Mellon, and Rockefeller University to investigate intelligence through computational, neural, and behavioral approaches.

Paolo Mediniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Neurobiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paolo Medini is an Associate Professor at Umeå University, affiliated with the Department of Medical and Translational Biology and the Center for Transdisciplinary AI. His research focuses on cortical microcircuits, sensory processing, and brain recovery mechanisms. Neuroscience Neurophysiology Cortical Plasticity Optogenetics His lab investigates how sensory information is processed by distinct cell types in cortical circuits and how these circuits adapt after brain lesions or sensory deprivations. Research spans both adaptive and maladaptive plasticity, aiming to differentiate molecular mechanisms for targeted interventions. Recent publications highlight applications of all-optical interrogation strategies and multisensory integration in the neocortex. Paolo Medini's group employs advanced techniques such as in vivo patch clamp recordings, two-photon calcium imaging, and optogenetics. They use genetically modified strains to study cell-type-specific responses and circuit reorganization post-lesion. Their work is critical for developing therapies in neurodegenerative diseases and cortical repair. Environmental enrichment for brain recovery (Nature Neuroscience) Cortical microcircuit organization (Neuron) Post-stroke plasticity (Journal of Physiology)

• Radiation Oncology
• Brain Tumors
• Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christopher J. Schultz is a Professor and Chairman of Radiation Oncology at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where he also holds the Bernard & Miriam Peck Family Endowed Chair. He serves as Medical Director of the Gamma Knife program at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital and is a member of the Cancer Center, Mellowes Center for Genomic Sciences and Precision Medicine, and Neuroscience Research Center. Dr. Schultz's research focuses on advancing precision radiation therapy through innovative imaging techniques and clinical trials. His work spans brain tumor treatment (particularly glioblastoma), Gamma Knife radiosurgery, MR-guided adaptive radiation therapy, and head and neck cancer. He has been instrumental in developing protocols for MR-Linac technology and investigating genomic predictors of radiation response. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on improving treatment accuracy through quantitative imaging and personalized radiation therapy approaches. His 15 most recent publications reveal a consistent trend toward precision radiation oncology, with increasing focus on MR-guided adaptive therapy, quantitative imaging biomarkers, and genomic predictors of treatment response. The research spans both technical innovations in radiation delivery and clinical outcomes across multiple tumor sites, particularly brain tumors and head and neck cancers. Best Doctors in America (1998-2017) J. Frank Wilson Teaching Award (2011) Fellow (FACR), American College of Radiology (2013-present) Fellow (FASTRO), American Society for Radiation Oncology (2014-present) Bernard & Miriam Peck Family Endowed Chair of Radiation Oncology (2017-present) Thomas L. Smallwood Award for Clinical Excellence (2023) Dr. Schultz has been actively involved in national clinical trials through NRG Oncology/Radiation Therapy Oncology Group, serving on the Brain Steering Committee and Image-Guided Radiation Therapy committee since 1991. His leadership extends to the MOMENTUM Study, a prospective multi-institutional registry examining MR-guided adaptive therapy. He has mentored numerous residents and contributed significantly to radiation oncology education, receiving the J. Frank Wilson Teaching Award from Radiation Oncology Residents in 2011. As Medical Director of the Gamma Knife program since 2007 and Chairman of Radiation Oncology since 2016, Dr. Schultz leads a comprehensive radiation oncology program that integrates cutting-edge technology with clinical excellence. His research group focuses on translating advanced imaging techniques into clinical practice to improve radiation therapy precision and patient outcomes.

Michael Brechtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Somatosensory Cortex
• Memory Consolidation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michael Brecht is a Professor at Humboldt University of Berlin, Faculty of Life Sciences, Department of Biology. His research focuses on neural mechanisms underlying somatosensory processing, memory consolidation, kinship behavior, and social play. He leads a research group investigating brain circuits related to these functions, with particular emphasis on the lateral septum, periaqueductal gray, and somatosensory cortex. Professor Brecht's research interests include: Neural circuits for somatosensory processing and body map representation Mechanisms of memory consolidation from synapses to systems Neural basis of kinship behavior and social recognition Neurobiology of social play and vocal communication Spatial coding and navigation systems in the brain His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on understanding how specific brain regions encode social and sensory information. Brecht's work frequently employs advanced techniques including electrophysiology, calcium imaging, optogenetics, and large-scale neural recording to investigate circuit mechanisms. A notable trend in his research is the investigation of sex differences in neural processing, particularly in genital somatosensory representation, and the identification of specialized neural architectures for social behaviors like kinship recognition. Scientific contributions include: Discovery of nepotopy (topographical representation of kin/nonkin) in the lateral septum Demonstration of sex differences in genital cortex representation Identification of glycine-dependent mechanisms in social play behavior Mapping of vocalization-related activity in brainstem nuclei Elucidation of perirhinal input mechanisms for neocortical learning Professor Brecht actively mentors students and collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions. His laboratory investigates both fundamental neural mechanisms and their implications for understanding social behavior. Current work appears focused on understanding the molecular and circuit-level basis of kinship memory and the neural substrates of social play behavior across development.

Oliver Speckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Memory Consolidation
• Cortical Connectivity
• Neuromodulation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Oliver Speck is a Professor at Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin and principal investigator for Project B06 within the German Research Foundation (DFG)-funded Collaborative Research Center 1315 (SFB 1315), focusing on neural mechanisms of memory consolidation. His research centers on dynamic changes in layer-specific cortical connectivity and subcortical neuromodulation during memory formation. He employs advanced neuroimaging techniques to investigate how neural circuits reorganize during consolidation processes, bridging experimental psychology and systems neuroscience. As lead of SFB 1315 Project B06, Speck directs a multidisciplinary research group funded by the DFG to explore the intersection of cortical microcircuitry and neuromodulatory systems in memory. His work integrates computational modeling with human neuroimaging to decode memory-related neural plasticity. Speck heads a research team at Charité specializing in high-resolution fMRI and multimodal brain mapping. The group collaborates across neuroscience institutes to develop novel paradigms for studying memory consolidation in both healthy and pathological states.

John Reynoldsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Vision Research
• Perception
• +۷ مورد دیگر

John Reynolds, PhD is a Professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, holding the Fiona and Sanjay Jha Chair in Neuroscience. He leads the Systems Neurobiology Laboratory where he investigates the neural mechanisms underlying vision, perception, and conscious awareness. Reynolds earned his BS in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and his PhD in Cognitive and Neural Systems from Boston University. He completed his Intramural Research Fellowship at the Laboratory of Neuropsychology, National Institute of Mental Health. Dr. Reynolds' research focuses on understanding how the brain constructs our perception of the external world. His laboratory develops computational models to explain neural mechanisms of vision and tests these using neurophysiology, optogenetics, and visual psychophysics. Key discoveries include developing an influential computational model of attention, demonstrating how brain activity fluctuations affect perception, and revealing that neural activity in the visual system is organized as traveling waves that regulate perceptual sensitivity. Analysis of his recent publications shows a strong focus on visual perception mechanisms, with particular emphasis on cortical layer-specific processing, traveling brain waves, and the relationship between neural activity patterns and perceptual outcomes. His work increasingly incorporates aging research, examining how cognitive decline relates to neural changes in the prefrontal cortex and visual system. 2022 AAAS Fellow - Recognized for distinguished efforts to advance science Reynolds has mentored numerous students and postdoctoral researchers who have gone on to establish independent careers, including Dr. Zachary Davis (now at University of Utah), Dr. Tom Franken (Washington University), and Dr. Anirvan Nandy (Yale University). His research is supported by significant funding, including a $1.2 million award from the Larry L. Hillblom Foundation to study age-related cognitive decline and its relationship to mitochondrial function and neuron metabolism. The Reynolds Lab maintains a collaborative environment with multiple research scientists, postdoctoral fellows, and students working together using advanced techniques including neurophysiology, computational modeling, visual psychophysics, two-photon microscopy, and optogenetics to decipher the neural mechanisms enabling perception and awareness.

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Molecular Neuroscience
• Stroke Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kert Mätlik is a neuroscientist specializing in molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases and stroke pathology. Affiliated with Tallinn University of Technology, he holds a Doctor's Degree from the University of Helsinki (2017) and a Master's Degree from Tallinn University of Technology (2005). His research focuses on neurotrophic factors, particularly MANF and CDNF proteins, and their therapeutic potential in neurological disorders. Education: Doctor's Degree (2017), University of Helsinki, Institute of Biotechnology Master's Degree (2005), Tallinn University of Technology Dr. Mätlik's research program investigates cell-type-specific responses in neurodegenerative conditions, with significant contributions to understanding Huntington's disease mechanisms and stroke recovery processes. His work employs advanced molecular techniques to profile specific neuronal populations in human brain tissue, revealing critical insights into selective neuronal vulnerability. Recent publications demonstrate his leadership in developing methodologies for isolating and analyzing nuclei from specific neuronal types in human cerebral cortex and striatum. Analysis of his publication trends shows a consistent focus on translational neuroscience, bridging molecular mechanisms with potential therapeutic applications. His work spans neurodegenerative diseases, stroke pathology, and pain mechanisms, with increasing emphasis on human tissue studies in recent years. Scientific Recognition: 2002 First Prize in National Student Research Competition Artur Linnu Scholarship in Gene Technology Dr. Mätlik maintains active research collaborations across international institutions, contributing to our understanding of neurotrophic factor signaling and developing novel approaches for treating neurological disorders. His current work continues to advance the field of cell-type-specific analysis in neurodegenerative disease research.

Joseph Madsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epilepsy
• Neurosurgery
• Brain Mapping
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Joseph Madsen is a Professor of Neurosurgery at Harvard Medical School and a neurosurgeon at Boston Children's Hospital. His career uniquely bridges clinical neurosurgery with fundamental neuroscience research, focusing on improving surgical treatments for epilepsy through advanced brain mapping techniques and physiological understanding. Dr. Madsen's educational background includes: Undergraduate studies at University of Utah (1976) Medical degree from Harvard-MIT Program in Health, Science, and Technology (1981) Surgical internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (1982) Neurosurgery residency at Massachusetts General Hospital (1989) Fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Massachusetts General Hospital (1983) His research program integrates clinical data with basic neuroscience to develop safer, more effective epilepsy surgeries. A key focus is studying human electrocorticograms recorded during behavioral cortical tasks to answer fundamental questions about cortical physiology while simultaneously improving the ability to map cortical function for surgical planning. His laboratory combines digital signal processing, wavelet analysis, and cognitive science approaches to investigate brain function and epilepsy mechanisms. He also conducts significant research on vagal nerve stimulation for epilepsy treatment, examining both efficacy and safety profiles. Analysis of Dr. Madsen's recent publications reveals an increasingly sophisticated integration of computational approaches with neurophysiological data. His work on machine learning applied to intracranial EEG has advanced the identification of biomarkers for surgical planning and outcome prediction. There's also growing emphasis on genetic aspects of epilepsy and the detailed physiological mechanisms underlying seizure generation and propagation. Dr. Madsen has provided clinical and research leadership through numerous publications and patient care innovations, though specific awards are not highlighted in the available information. As a mentor, Dr. Madsen has likely guided numerous neurosurgery residents, fellows, and graduate students through his extensive career, contributing to the training of specialists in epilepsy surgery and functional neurosurgery. His research has been supported by various grants that have enabled the development of advanced techniques for brain mapping and epilepsy treatment. Dr. Madsen leads a research laboratory that uniquely combines clinical neurosurgery with fundamental neuroscience investigation. His team utilizes advanced technologies including digital signal processing, wavelet analysis, and cutting-edge cognitive science methods to study cortical physiology in humans. The laboratory environment facilitates the direct translation of clinical observations into basic research questions and vice versa, creating a powerful feedback loop for advancing epilepsy surgery techniques.