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Hang Luمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Systems Biology
• Neuroscience
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Hang Lu is a Professor and holds the Cecil J. "Pete" Silas Chair of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Dr. Lu also holds a Love Family Professorship and leads the Lµ Fluidics Group, which focuses on engineering microfluidic systems and machine learning tools to address complex questions in neuroscience, developmental biology, and cell biology that are difficult to address with conventional techniques. Dr. Lu's research lies at the intersection of engineering and biology, with primary interests including: Microfluidic systems for high-throughput screens and image-based genetics and genomics Systems biology: large-scale experimentation and data mining Microtechnologies for optical stimulation and optical recording Big data, machine vision, and automation Developmental neurobiology, behavioral neurobiology, and systems neuroscience Cancer biology, immunology, embryonic development, and stem cells Her laboratory engineers microfluidic devices and BioMEMS to study neuroscience, genetics, cancer biology, and biotechnology. These miniaturized Lab-on-a-chip tools operate at scales comparable to biological systems, leveraging unique micro and nano-scale phenomena to gather large-scale quantitative data about complex biological systems. Current projects include Microfluidics for Life Sciences, Optical Neuron Recordings and Manipulations, Machine Learning Tools for Neuroscience, Measuring and Modeling Behavior, and High-throughput, High-content Cell-based Assays. Analysis of Dr. Lu's recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a strong trend toward integrating microfluidics with advanced computational methods: Development of deep learning frameworks for biological image analysis Advanced neuron tracking and functional imaging techniques Non-invasive characterization of 3D organoid cultures Sophisticated neuromechanical modeling of locomotion Microfluidic temperature control systems for in vivo studies Label-free imaging pipelines for neural development Dr. Lu's significant professional honors include: Cecil J. "Pete" Silas Chair of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Love Family Professorship The Lµ Fluidics Group actively mentors students and postdocs, currently accepting new postdoctoral researchers. The lab receives substantial funding for interdisciplinary projects at the engineering-biology interface, with research implications spanning fundamental biological understanding to therapeutic development. The group operates within Georgia Tech's School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, with specialized facilities for microfluidic device fabrication, biological experimentation, and advanced imaging, maintaining strong collaborative ties across engineering, neuroscience, and biological disciplines.

Soeren Lienkampمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Developmental Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Soeren Lienkamp is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Anatomy , Faculty of Medicine , University of Zurich . His work bridges digital education and genetic research , focusing on enhancing medical teaching through innovative formats. Research Interests : Genetics, developmental biology, kidney disease modeling, CRISPR applications, digital medical education, and advanced microscopy. Methodologies : Combines Xenopus tropicalis models, deep learning , and bioengineering to study genetic kidney disorders and improve diagnostic tools. Publication Trends : His recent articles highlight predictable genome editing , 3D imaging technologies , and mechanistic insights into kidney and eye development. Earlier works focus on ciliary function , Wnt signaling , and metabolic stress in renal cells.

Jessica J. Walshمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neural Circuits
• Motivated Behavior
• Social Behavior
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jessica J. Walsh, PhD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and a member of the UNC Neuroscience Center. She leads the Walsh Lab, which focuses on understanding neural circuit mechanisms underlying motivated social behavior using a multi-level approach to elucidate the molecular and circuit mechanisms that govern social interactions and their alterations in disease states. Dr. Walsh earned her B.A. in Neuroscience & Behavior from Columbia University, where she began her research journey volunteering in Dr. Gerald Fischbach's laboratory. During her graduate work, she explored neural circuit mechanisms underlying social stress susceptibility at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai under Dr. Ming-Hu Han. Prior to joining UNC, she completed her postdoctoral fellowship at Stanford University with Dr. Robert Malenka, investigating neural circuit mechanisms in genetic mouse models with social deficits. Her research focuses on neural circuit mechanisms underlying motivated behavior, neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders, and functional/anatomical brain mapping. The Walsh Lab specifically uses genetic mouse models to investigate how genetic mutations and experience lead to circuit adaptations that govern impaired behavior seen in autism spectrum disorders. They combine whole brain optical clearing methods, light sheet microscopy, in vivo imaging, and machine learning based behavioral analysis to elucidate neural adaptations responsible for motivated behavior. Her publication record demonstrates a strong focus on neural circuits related to social behavior, with particular emphasis on autism spectrum disorders, serotonin and dopamine signaling, and the neural basis of prosocial behaviors. She has published extensively in high-impact journals including Nature, Nature Neuroscience, PNAS, and Neuropsychopharmacology, with research spanning from molecular mechanisms to circuit-level analyses of behavior. Dr. Walsh mentors several trainees in her lab, including a postdoctoral fellow, multiple graduate students, and numerous undergraduate researchers. Her lab team includes researchers with diverse interests spanning from molecular biology to machine learning applications in neuroscience. The lab actively recruits postdocs and graduate students interested in joining their research on motivated behavior and psychiatric disorders. The Walsh Lab employs a comprehensive research approach including genetic manipulation, whole brain activity mapping, viral tracing, slice physiology, optogenetics, chemogenetics, fiber photometry, and machine learning based behavioral classification to gain a nuanced understanding of neural circuits involved in motivated social behavior.

Scott Forthمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biophysics
• Mechanics of Cell Division
• Neuronal Cytoskeleton
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Scott Forth is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's School of Science. He specializes in biophysics, focusing on microtubule networks in cell division and neuronal development. Ph.D. in Physics from Cornell University (2009) B.S. in Physics and B.M. in Music Performance from Oberlin College (2002) Postdoctoral Fellow at Rockefeller University (2010-2016) His research combines optical trapping and fluorescence microscopy to study how forces are transmitted across biopolymer networks. Key areas include: Mechanics of mitotic microtubule networks PRC1-mediated force resistance in cell division Kinesin motor protein dynamics Single-molecule biophysical methods Neuronal cytoskeleton organization Recent work analyzes force generation in reconstituted microtubule bundles and mechanical roles of proteins like PRC1 and kinesin-5. Scientific Awards Ruth Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NIH postdoctoral F32) Rensselaer School of Science Outstanding Teacher Award Rensselaer School of Science Early Career Research Award Biophysical Society Early Career Award (Motility and Cytoskeleton Subgroup) Dr. Forth's lab studies how nanometer-scale proteins coordinate to create micron-scale cellular mechanics. Current projects focus on microtubule network organization during cell division and neuronal development.

Michael Economoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Systems Neuroscience
• Motor Control
• Neural Circuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael N. Economo, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Boston University. His research focuses on neural circuits controlling movement, leveraging cutting-edge optical, electrophysiological, and genetic tools. He holds affiliations with Neuroscience & Neuroengineering and Photonics & Optical Systems programs. Education: PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University, B.S. Biomedical Engineering and B.A. Mathematics from Duke University. Research Interests: Systems neuroscience, motor control, long-range neural circuits, computational neuroscience, neurotechnology. His lab investigates how neural circuits across brain regions coordinate movement using advanced techniques like optogenetics, in vivo imaging, and transcriptomics. Key Projects: Orofacial motor control, voltage imaging with TICO microscopy, neural circuit dissection. Technologies: Neuropixels probes, fluorescent voltage indicators, single-cell RNA sequencing. Notable Awards: NSF CAREER (2023), Scialog Fellow (2023), Whitehall Foundation Young Investigator Award (2021). Advising & Grants: Supervises graduate students (e.g., Munib Hasnain, Jackie Birnbaum) and postdocs (e.g., Vicky Moya, Yujin Han). Lab members focus on motor planning, neuromodulation, and neural dynamics. Labs/Teams: The Economo Lab collaborates on neurotechnology development and integrates interdisciplinary approaches from engineering and biology. Affiliated with BU’s Graduate Program in Neuroscience.

Timothy J. Muldoonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomedical Engineering
• Biophotonics
• Cancer Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Timothy J. Muldoon is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, where he has been since 2012. He holds joint appointments in the (ENGR)-Engineering and (BMEG)-Biomedical Engineering programs. B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University (2002) Ph.D. in Bioengineering from Rice University (2009) M.D. from Baylor College of Medicine (2010) Dr. Muldoon leads the Translational Biophotonics and Imaging Laboratory, focusing on multimodal microendoscopy , multiphoton imaging , and light sheet microscopy for cancer detection and treatment monitoring. His work bridges optical spectroscopy , nanotechnology , and microfluidics to develop novel diagnostic tools. Current research includes optical methods for assessing chemoradiotherapy response in colorectal cancer, metabolic imaging of tumor organoids , and point-of-care blood analysis systems . His publications (30+ peer-reviewed articles) and NIH-funded projects demonstrate clinical translation of optical biopsy technologies. National Institutes of Health Academic Research Enhancement Award (R15) - Cancer Imaging NIH Early Career Reviewer Program (2016) Burroughs Wellcome Collaborative Research Grant (2012) Dr. Muldoon teaches advanced courses in Biomedical Microscopy (BMEG 5504) and Biomedical Instrumentation (BMEG 2904), emphasizing optical techniques and physiological measurements . He has received multiple teaching and service awards at the University of Arkansas.

• Biophysics
• Molecular Motors
• Cytoskeletal Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Janet Sheung is an Assistant Professor of Physics at Scripps College, specializing in biophysical systems and cytoskeletal dynamics. She teaches courses such as Principles of Physics, Electronics Laboratory, and Senior Thesis in Physics/Biophysics. Her research focuses on the interplay between molecular motors, cytoskeletal networks, and active matter, with a particular emphasis on mechanical properties, transport phenomena, and microscopy innovations. Dr. Sheung's work explores how motor proteins like kinesin and myosin drive structural and mechanical changes in cytoskeletal composites, influencing DNA transport, phase separation, and stress propagation. She has pioneered customizable light-sheet microscopy techniques for visualizing these systems in vivo. Her studies integrate experimental and theoretical approaches to understand non-equilibrium dynamics in biological materials. Her articles highlight themes of motor competition, topological effects on DNA transport, and the design of advanced imaging tools. While no awards are explicitly listed, her contributions to biophysics and microscopy instrumentation are evident in her publication record. Advising and grant details are not provided in the available text, but her teaching and research roles suggest active involvement in student mentorship.

Ellenberg Janمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Cell biology
• Systems biology
• Cell division
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jan Ellenberg is a Senior Scientist and Head of the Cell Biology and Biophysics Unit at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) since 2006 and 2010, respectively. He also serves as EMBL Delegate to the Euro-BioImaging Interim Board since 2014 and has coordinated multiple EMBL units and pan-European imaging infrastructure projects. PhD in biochemistry (1998, NIH & Freie Universität Berlin) Diploma in biology (1994, Universität Hamburg) His research focuses on cell biology , nuclear and chromosome dynamics , and advanced microscopy technologies . Key areas include mitosis/meiosis , nuclear pore complex organization , and super-resolution/light-sheet microscopy development. Scientific awards include the Allen Distinguished Investigator (2017), ERC Advanced Investigator (2016), and Walter Flemming Medal (2004). His publications (>130) frequently appear in top journals like Nature, Science, and Cell. 2017 Allen Distinguished Investigator 2016 ERC Advanced Investigator 2016 Honorary Doctor of Philosophy at Åbo Akademi University 2006 EMBO Member

Ben Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biological Physics
• Cell Biology
• Evolution
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ben Larson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI), affiliated with the Center for Biotechnology and Interdisciplinary Studies (CBIS). His research bridges biological physics, cell biology, and evolutionary principles to study complex cellular behaviors without nervous systems. BA in Physics, Reed College (2012) Postbaccalaureate Research Fellow, NIH NHLBI (2012-2014) PhD in Biophysics, UC Berkeley (2019) Postdoctoral Scholar, UCSF (2019-2024) Research Focus: The Larson Lab applies interdisciplinary tools from physics and computation to investigate sensorimotor activity in unicellular organisms like Euplotes , exploring how cells achieve sophisticated behaviors through cytoskeletal dynamics and finite-state mechanisms. Key themes include cellular decision-making, evolutionary biophysics, and multicellular morphogenesis. Scientific Awards: 2013 Orloff Science Award 2016-2019 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship 2016 Society of General Physiology Scholar 2020-2023 Merck Postdoctoral Fellowship 2022 Porter Prize for Research Excellence (ASCB)

Kyu Young Hanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Optical Nanoscopy
• Biophotonics
• Super-Resolution Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kyu Young Han is an Associate Professor in Optics & Photonics at CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics, University of Central Florida. His research focuses on developing advanced optical tools for biological and neuroscience applications, including super-resolution imaging (STED/GSD microscopy), label-free single-molecule imaging, and novel microscopy techniques. He holds a patent commercialized by Leica Microsystems and has received the 2020 NIH Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA). Education: BS and PhD in Chemistry from Seoul National University (2004 and 2010). Postdoctoral work at the University of Illinois (2011–2016) and Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry (Germany), specializing in optical microscopy innovation. Research interests emphasize nanoscopy, biophotonics, and interdisciplinary applications in cell biology. His group explores nuclear structure in mammalian cells, DNA-protein interactions, and RNA imaging in live cells. Recent work includes optimizing imaging techniques like TIRF microscopy and integrating deep learning for faster, less damaging STED imaging. Publications span cutting-edge advancements in microscopy resolution, photobleaching reduction, and single-molecule analysis. He advises multiple PhD students and collaborates across disciplines, contributing to Parkinson’s disease research through imaging-driven molecular studies.

Joao Quinta Da Fonsecaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanical Metallurgy
• Crystal Plasticity
• Material Deformation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor João Quinta da Fonseca is a Professor of Mechanical Metallurgy in the Department of Materials at The University of Manchester. He leads the LightForm project, a multidisciplinary initiative supported by the EPSRC, and is affiliated with the Materials Performance Centre and Dalton Nuclear Institute. His research focuses on microstructural-scale metal deformation mechanics, crystal plasticity modeling, and in-situ characterization using synchrotron/neutron diffraction. He chairs the IOM3 Advanced Metal Forming Committee and collaborates with industries like Rolls-Royce and Airbus. Education: PhD in Mechanical Behavior of High Volume Fraction MMCs from the University of Leeds. Academic Line Manager in the Department of Materials and EDI committee member. Research Interests: Experimental mechanics, texture analysis, phase transformations, and computational modeling. Pioneered HRDIC for sub-micron deformation measurement. Key applications include aerospace and energy sectors. Grants & Projects: Active grants include Rotational Vibration Assisted Increment Sheet Forming (EPSRC-funded) and collaborations on jet engine materials. Over 150 publications and datasets on magnesium alloys, titanium, and superalloys. Labs/Teams: Leads the Mechanical Metallurgy group, part of the Centre for Light Alloy Research and Innovation (CLARI).

Geoffrey Goodhillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neural Development
• Zebrafish Behavioral Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Geoffrey Goodhill is Professor of Neuroscience and Professor of Developmental Biology at Washington University School of Medicine, where he directs the Center for Theoretical & Computational Neuroscience. His laboratory bridges experimental and theoretical approaches to study brain development. Goodhill earned his BSc in Mathematics and Physics from the University of Bristol (1986), MSc in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Edinburgh (1988), and PhD in Cognitive Science from the University of Sussex (1992). His postdoctoral training included a Medical Research Council Fellowship and a Sloan Theoretical Neuroscience Fellowship at the Salk Institute. His research focuses on computational principles of brain development, particularly using larval zebrafish to investigate neural coding development, behavioral emergence, and alterations in Autism Spectrum Disorders. Key projects examine neural coding and spontaneous activity patterns zebrafish behavioral development autism-related circuit dysfunction calcium imaging analysis methods historical work on axon guidance mechanisms His recent publications show a clear trajectory from molecular gradient studies toward complex systems neuroscience using zebrafish models. Scientific recognition includes: Paxinos-Watson Prize (2012) Elspeth McLachlan Plenary Lecture (2019) Keynote at Computational Neuroscience Meeting (2020) Sloan Theoretical Neuroscience Fellowship (1995) The Goodhill Lab maintains an interdisciplinary team with backgrounds in biology, mathematics, physics and engineering. Current research analyzes human video data for early autism detection while continuing zebrafish neural circuit investigations. The lab has received consistent funding for its innovative approaches to developmental neuroscience questions.

Stephanie Kramerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Physical Chemistry
• Nanotechnology
• Biophysical Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephanie Kramer is a Full-time Lecturer in the Department of Chemistry at Case Western Reserve University. She holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry from Carnegie Mellon University (2022) and a B.S. in Chemical Physics from Elizabethtown College (2016). Her research focuses on advanced microscopy techniques, polymer self-assembly, and biomaterials characterization. She actively contributes to the development of super-resolution imaging methods, particularly in extracellular matrix analogues and nanoporous materials. Key research interests include fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS), light-sheet microscopy, and cross-correlation analysis for improving imaging resolution. Her work bridges physical chemistry with biophysical applications, addressing challenges in nanoscale imaging and biomolecule dynamics. Recent studies involve solvent-driven transitions in chiral polymers and diffusion-based imaging in complex environments. Kramer’s publications span topics like super-resolution optical fluctuation imaging (SOFI), light-sheet microscopy innovations, and polymer aggregation mechanisms. Her presentations at conferences such as the American Physical Society March Meeting and American Chemical Society Spring meetings reflect her interdisciplinary approach to chemical physics. No scientific awards are listed. Her advising and grant activities remain unspecified in the provided text. She collaborates extensively with research groups focused on optical methods and biomaterials.

Daniel M. Suterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cell Biology
• Neurobiology
• Nervous System Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Daniel M. Suter is a faculty member in the Department of Biological Sciences at Purdue University, part of the College of Science. His research focuses on cellular and molecular mechanisms of axonal growth, guidance, and regeneration, using Aplysia and zebrafish models. He holds grants from NIH, the Indiana CTSI, and Purdue’s Ross-Lynn Research Fund. Suter earned his BS from ETH Zurich (1988) and PhD from the University of Zurich (1995), followed by postdoctoral training at Yale University. Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology, ETH Zurich, 1988 PhD in Biochemistry, University of Zurich, 1995 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cellular Neurobiology, Yale University, 1995-2000 Research Interests: Suter’s lab investigates growth cone motility, cytoskeletal dynamics, ROS signaling, and axonal regeneration. Key projects include studying Nox-derived ROS in guidance, mechanosensing in growth cones, spinal cord injury drug screening in zebrafish, and bulk cytoskeletal flow. Awards: He has received the Graduate Student Mentoring Award (2021, 2017), Seed for Success Award (2020, 2013), and teaching/mentorship accolades. His work has been supported by grants like NIH R01 and Purdue’s Ross-Lynn Research Scholar Grant. Grants & Labs: Current grants include NIH funding for Nox2 signaling and Indiana CTSI support for light-sheet microscopy. The Suter Lab collaborates with Arvind Raman’s group on nanomechanical studies and participates in Purdue’s Neuroscience Institute and Integrative Biology initiatives.

Aaron Esser-Kahnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunoengineering
• Vaccine Development
• Adaptive Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aaron Esser-Kahn is a Professor of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering. His research focuses on immunoengineering, adaptive materials, and carbon capture. He leads the Esser-Kahn Lab, which emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration among biologists, chemists, and engineers. Education: B.S. from California Institute of Technology, advanced studies at UC Berkeley, and postdoctoral research at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Prior to joining UChicago PME in 2017, he was at the University of Irvine. Research interests include designing vaccines that induce trained immunity, developing adaptive polymers inspired by biological systems, and advancing carbon capture technologies. His lab explores mechanisms of innate immunity using cutting-edge techniques like lattice light sheet microscopy and fluidic force microscopy. Recent articles highlight innovations in vaccine adjuvants, nanoparticle delivery systems, and mechanically adaptive materials. The lab’s work is supported by grants from institutions like NIH and NSF. His team has advised numerous students, many of whom now hold positions in academia, industry, and government. The lab also emphasizes DEI initiatives and innovative teaching methods.