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Tae-Ho Leeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Affective Neuroscience
• Cognitive Development
• Neuroimaging
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Tae-Ho Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Virginia Tech, with affiliated appointments in the School of Neuroscience and Translational Biology, Medicine, and Health. His research focuses on affective and cognitive neural development across the lifespan, neurodegeneration, and family-based neural dynamics. PhD in Brain and Cognitive Science, University of Southern California M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Korea University B.A. in Psychology, Korea University Dr. Lee’s work explores brain connectome dynamics, dyadic neural concordance in families, and age-related attentional control. He employs neuroimaging techniques to study how familial and environmental factors shape emotional and cognitive outcomes in adolescents and older adults. Recent publications highlight trends in longitudinal studies , parent-child neural similarity , and functional connectivity in emotion regulation . Key areas include autism spectrum disorder, substance misuse risk, and the role of socioeconomic factors in brain development. Rising Star , Association for Psychological Science (2020) Dr. Lee is not currently accepting students and leads the Affective Neurodynamics and Development (AND) Lab at Virginia Tech.

David Clewettمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Emotion and memory
• Neuroscience of arousal
• Episodic memory
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David Clewett, Ph.D. , is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) , where he leads the Dynamic Arousal and Memory Lab. His research explores how emotional arousal, stress, and neuromodulatory systems like norepinephrine and dopamine shape the way we encode, organize, and retrieve memories. He joined UCLA in July 2020 after completing his Ph.D. in Neuroscience at the University of Southern California and a postdoctoral fellowship at NYU and Columbia University. Education: Ph.D. in Neuroscience, University of Southern California (2016) B.S. in Biopsychology with minor in English, University of California, Santa Barbara Research Focus: Dr. Clewett’s lab investigates how physiological arousal influences attention and memory, using a multimodal approach that includes fMRI, pupillometry, eye-tracking, and pharmacological methods. His work spans four major themes: The role of emotion and arousal in selective memory enhancement or suppression. How contextual shifts and emotional states structure episodic memory into meaningful events. Techniques to weaken or update traumatic or unwanted memories. The dynamic effects of attention and arousal states on neural and memory representations. Publications and Impact: His work has been published in top-tier journals such as Nature Communications , Journal of Neuroscience , Hippocampus , and Trends in Cognitive Sciences . His research has contributed to understanding how neuromodulators like norepinephrine and dopamine interact with memory systems to prioritize salient information, and how these processes can be leveraged for therapeutic intervention in PTSD, depression, and aging-related memory decline. Students and Lab Team: Dr. Clewett mentors a diverse team of graduate students and research assistants. Current graduate students include Jacinda Taggett, Ringo Huang, Erin Morrow, Bailey Harris, and Brandon Katerman. Former lab members have gone on to Ph.D. programs at Harvard, UC Berkeley, and other top institutions. Lab and Facilities: The lab is located in Pritzker Hall at UCLA, and is equipped with tools for fMRI, pupillometry, eye-tracking, and behavioral testing. The lab also collaborates with researchers across UCLA and other institutions, including NYU, Columbia, and USC.

Christopher J. Changمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Biology
• Catalysis/Synthesis
• Inorganic Chemistry
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Christopher J. Chang is the Edward and Virginia Taylor Professor of Bioorganic Chemistry at Princeton University's Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on chemical biology, catalysis, and inorganic chemistry, with an emphasis on transition metal signaling, activity-based sensing, and drug discovery. He leads the Chang Lab, which develops innovative chemical tools to study metal-dependent biological processes, including copper's role in neurobiology and cancer, formaldehyde's role in epigenetic regulation, and redox-driven protein function. His work integrates organic, inorganic, and biological chemistry, enabling discoveries in imaging, proteomics, and precision medicine. Notable achievements include pioneering activity-based sensing platforms for copper and reactive metabolites, revealing metalloplasia in cancer, and developing copper-specific therapies. Christopher Chang has received over 50 prestigious awards, including the Guggenheim Fellowship and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigatorship. His lab's infrastructure includes advanced analytical instruments, synthetic chemistry facilities, and cell culture capabilities, supported by grants from NIH, NSF, and industry partnerships. Awards: ACS Bader Award (2024), Ivano Bertini Award (2022), Blavatnik National Award (2015) Lab Focus Areas: Transition metal signaling, copper-dependent biology, formaldehyde metabolism, redox drug discovery Key Technologies: Activity-based sensors, imaging probes, bioconjugation methods

• Neuroscience
• Sleep Research
• Neural Engineering
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Dr. Manuel Carro Dominguez is a Researcher at the Department of Neural Control of Movement, ETH Zürich. His work focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms underlying sleep dynamics, arousal regulation, and their impact on motor performance and cardiovascular function. He specializes in techniques such as auditory stimulation, pupil-based neurofeedback, and EEG/ECG monitoring to explore sleep oscillations, cortical excitability, and their clinical applications. His research bridges neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and sleep medicine, with a particular emphasis on enhancing human physiology through targeted interventions during sleep. Key research interests include: sleep modulation via auditory stimuli, pupilometry as a marker of arousal states, and the development of medical devices for gas sensing and closed-loop biofeedback systems. His studies often integrate multidisciplinary approaches to address translational challenges in neurophysiology and cardiovascular health. Recent publications highlight advancements in auditory stimulation effects on cardiac function, the role of K-complexes in sleep dynamics, and the design of gas sensing technologies for biomedical applications. His work contributes to both fundamental neuroscience and applied biomedical engineering, aiming to improve clinical outcomes through innovative sleep-based interventions.

• Neuroimaging
• Alzheimer's Disease
• Neurodegenerative Disorders
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Dr. Elisenda Bueichekú serves as a Research Scientist at the Yale School of Medicine within the Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Department . Her work focuses on neuroimaging applications in neurodegenerative disorders, particularly Alzheimer’s disease progression and memory systems analysis. She collaborates with leading researchers in the Mental Health PET Radioligand Development (MHPRD) Program and the PET Core facility. Primary Affiliation: Yale School of Medicine Department: Radiology & Biomedical Imaging Research Programs: MHPRD Program, PET Core Her research integrates multimodal neuroimaging techniques to investigate: Tau pathology propagation patterns Connectome-based disease modeling Cortical hub analysis in memory systems Cognitive resilience mechanisms Neuroimaging of anosognosia Functional network contributions to creativity Dr. Bueichekú contributes to translational research through: Advanced PET/MRI methodologies Spatiotemporal disease progression mapping Development of imaging-based biomarkers Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Alzheimer’s disease neuroimaging Tau and amyloid co-accumulation Functional connectivity analysis Memory system characterization Scientific contributions include: 2025 Center for Brain & Mind Health Pilot Grant Key publications in top-tier journals (Nature Aging, Alzheimer's & Dementia, etc.)

Ju Luمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Neural Circuitry
• Synaptic Plasticity
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Ju Lu serves as an Assistant Professor at Lehigh University with office location in Iacocca Hall (room 0111), contactable via phone (610.758-3687) and email (jul724@lehigh.edu). Her academic position reflects active engagement in neuroscience research and education within the university's life sciences framework. Education Background: Ph.D. in Neurobiology from Harvard University (2008) B.Eng. in Microelectronics from Tsinghua University (2002) Research Focus: Dr. Lu's work pioneers investigations into neural circuit dynamics and synaptic plasticity mechanisms using advanced optical imaging technologies. Her research spans: Cortical circuit reorganization during motor skill acquisition across species Stress-induced synaptic alterations mediated by microglia in prefrontal circuits Therapeutic applications of psychedelic compounds for neural circuit restoration Development of three-photon microscopy for deep-brain imaging Genetically-encoded neurotransmitter sensors for in vivo studies This multidisciplinary approach bridges molecular neuroscience, systems-level circuit analysis, and translational mental health applications. Publication Trends: Analysis of Dr. Lu's 15 most recent publications (2016-2023) reveals an evolving trajectory from foundational studies on dendritic spine plasticity toward translational neuroscience. Early work emphasized optical imaging methodology and basic plasticity mechanisms, while her 2021-2023 publications increasingly focus on stress-related circuit disruptions and psychedelic therapeutics. A consistent thread involves combining high-resolution in vivo imaging with behavioral models to establish causal links between neural circuit dynamics and cognitive functions. Honors and Awards: No scientific awards or fellowships were documented in the provided materials. Mentorship and Funding: While specific student mentees and grant funding details are not specified in the source text, her extensive collaborative publication record indicates active supervision of research personnel and successful acquisition of research support. Research Infrastructure: Her methodological expertise in advanced microscopy suggests utilization of specialized imaging facilities, though no dedicated laboratory or research team is explicitly identified in the available documentation.

• Neuroscience
• Metabolism
• Behavioral Neuroscience
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Dr. Paulius Viskaitis is a Researcher affiliated with the Rehabilitation Engineering Lab at ETH Zürich's Department of Health Sciences and Technology. His work focuses on the neurophysiological mechanisms underlying metabolic regulation, motor behavior, and neurological disorders. Key research areas include orexin neuron dynamics, hypothalamic circuitry, and their roles in movement, energy homeostasis, and epilepsy mitigation. His studies integrate experimental neuroscience with engineering approaches, exploring how neural networks encode metabolic states and behavioral outputs. Notable contributions include identifying orexin neurons' roles in blood glucose tracking and seizure suppression. Current research emphasizes translational applications in rehabilitation engineering and neurotherapeutic strategies. Dr. Viskaitis collaborates across disciplines, leveraging mouse models to investigate neural circuits governing feeding, locomotion, and decision-making. His findings bridge basic neuroscience with clinical applications, particularly in metabolic and motor disorders.

Philip R Hollandمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Migraine Research
• Headache Disorders
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Dr. Philip R. Holland is a Reader in Neuroscience at King's College London, affiliated with the Wolfson Sensory, Pain and Regeneration Centre within the School of Neuroscience and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience. His research focuses on understanding migraine mechanisms and developing therapies, with a particular emphasis on neurovascular interactions and pain pathways. He leads a team funded by organizations like the Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust, and European Research Council. Dr. Holland earned his PhD under Prof. Peter Goadsby at University College London, followed by postdoctoral research at UCSF and the University of Edinburgh. He actively engages in teaching, public awareness, and editorial roles (e.g., Cephalalgia). Key awards include the 2020 Medical Research Foundation Emerging Leaders Prize. His work spans clinical and translational research, aiming to bridge basic science with patient care. Education: PhD in Neuroscience, Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice (King's College London). External Roles: External Examiner at UCL, Science Editor of CGRP Forum, Associate Editor of Cephalalgia. Grants/Projects: Investigates trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias, neuroendocrine signaling, and novel therapies like cannabidiol combinations. Labs/Teams: Leads a migraine-focused research group exploring neurobiological and pharmacological interventions.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Decision Making
• Noradrenergic System
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Professor Sander Nieuwenhuis (Leiden University) specializes in Cognitive Neuroscience of Decision Making through behavioral, EEG, and pharmacological approaches. His work bridges prefrontal cortex function and noradrenergic system mechanisms in human cognition. Studied cognitive psychology (Groningen) and earned PhD (Amsterdam, 2001) International experience: Cambridge University (visiting research), Princeton University (postdoc) Research focuses on noradrenaline's role in attention, decision-making, and cognitive control via: Locus coeruleus-norepinephrine system dynamics Phasic vs. tonic alertness effects Cognitive task performance under neuromodulator deficiency Neuroprotective pathways in Alzheimer's models Recent publications analyze DBH deficiency (Jepma et al., 2011) and attentional blink mechanisms (Nieuwenhuis et al., 2005). His Temporal Attention Lab integrates fMRI, genetics, and computational modeling . Teaching leadership includes: Chair of Research Master Program Committee Coordinator of Scientific Writing courses

Shahzad S. Khanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurodegeneration
• Aging
• Signal Transduction
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Shahzad S. Khan is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine , affiliated with the Departments of Neurology and Cell Biology and Physiology . His research focuses on the molecular basis of neurodegeneration , aging mechanisms, and signal transduction in neurological diseases. Education : PhD in Neuroscience (2018) from The University of Virginia; Postdoctoral Scholar (2018-2023) at Stanford University; B.Sc. in Chemical Sciences (2011) from Florida State University His work combines mouse models , neural cultures , human brain samples , and advanced techniques like single-cell transcriptomics and proteomics to study Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Recent publications highlight LRRK2 kinase activity in cilia dynamics, tau signaling in Alzheimer’s, and hedgehog pathway disruptions in neurodegeneration. Key awards include the Rising Star Award (UNC, 2022), Stanford PRISM Fellowship (2017), and NIH predoctoral support (2016-2017). He leads the Khan Lab at UNC Neuroscience Research Building, investigating therapeutic targets for age-related neurodegenerative diseases.

Dawn M. Gondoliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Adolescent Development
• Parenting Practices
• ADHD
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Dr. Dawn M. Gondoli is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame, located in Corbett Family Hall. She serves as the Developmental Area Director and leads the Socioemotional Development Lab, focusing on adolescent development, parenting practices, and psychological well-being within family systems. Her work emphasizes the interplay between stress, parenting, and developmental outcomes in typically developing families and those affected by ADHD. Dr. Gondoli holds a Ph.D. (1994), M.S. (1991), and B.A. (1986) in Psychology from the University of Arizona and SUNY Buffalo, respectively. Her research spans three core areas: (1) parenting and adolescent well-being, particularly in ADHD contexts; (2) body image and disordered eating among mothers, adolescents, and young adults, with a focus on mother-daughter dynamics and interoception; and (3) cognitive processes underlying ADHD and interoceptive awareness. Collaborations with Dr. Bradley Gibson advance interventions targeting cognitive and parent training for ADHD management. Her publications address topics such as maternal stress, ADHD symptomatology, sleep quality, and media’s impact on body image. Notable studies include randomized controlled trials for cognitive interventions and analyses of dyadic relationships in disordered eating. While no explicit awards are listed, her extensive peer-reviewed output underscores scholarly impact. Dr. Gondoli’s advising and grants focus on developmental and clinical research, though specific grant details are not provided. Her lab integrates interdisciplinary methods to address family and individual psychological health, emphasizing translational research to improve clinical outcomes.

• Neuroscience
• Physiology
• Neurophysiology
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Nick A. Ritucci, Ph.D., serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Neuroscience, Cell Biology, and Physiology within the College of Science and Mathematics at Wright State University. He directs multiple core physiology courses including Human Anatomy & Physiology I/II and Human Structure & Function I/II, demonstrating extensive pedagogical leadership through course coordination roles since earning his doctorate from Wright State in 1997. Education: B.S. in Natural Sciences, Xavier University (1989) M.S. in Physiology & Biophysics, Wright State University (1992) Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences, Wright State University (1997) Dr. Ritucci's research centers on respiratory neurophysiology , specifically investigating neuronal and astrocytic responses to hypercapnia and intracellular pH regulation in brainstem chemosensitive regions. His work employs advanced techniques like fluorescence pH imaging in brainstem slices to elucidate mechanisms in areas including the retrotrapezoid nucleus and locus coeruleus, with implications for sleep apnea and respiratory disorders. His publication record (1995-2005) reveals consistent focus on chemoreception mechanisms, particularly how medullary neurons regulate acid-base balance during hypercapnia. These studies, primarily in the American Journal of Physiology , established foundational knowledge in respiratory control neurobiology through innovative single-cell pH measurement methodologies. Scientific Awards: Boonshoft School of Medicine Excellence in Undergraduate Edcuation (2025) College of Science and Mathematics Undergraduate Students' Choice Award (2015) Wright State University Teaching Excellence Award (2010) Research Training Fellowship, American Lung Association (2000-2002) Comroe-Forster-Lambertsen Young Investigator Award (1999) Dr. Ritucci secured significant research funding including the American Lung Association Fellowship (2000-2002), while his course co-director roles across six physiology programs demonstrate sustained educational leadership. His dual focus on rigorous laboratory research and curriculum development has shaped neuroscience education at Wright State for over two decades.

• Neurodegeneration
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Glia
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Dr. Yuhong Fu is a Senior Research Fellow at the School of Medical Sciences , The University of Sydney , and a member of the Brain and Mind Centre . With a background in neurology and neuroscience, Fu's research focuses on glial involvement in neurodegeneration, particularly in Parkinson’s disease (PD) and related synucleinopathies. Education : MD (1996), PhD in Neuroscience (2002) on experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis. Research Interests include: Glia in neurodegenerative diseases Alpha-synuclein pathology Lipid metabolism in PD and MSA Neuroanatomy and neuropathology Adult neurogenesis and neurorestoration Key Publications highlight astroglial protein profiles, lipid dysregulation, and glial-neuronal interactions in synucleinopathies. Recent work explores proximity ligation assays for early alpha-synuclein detection and sex-specific lipid changes in Abca7 knockout models. Scientific Awards : IDSA Foundation grant (2025) for bacterial traces in Alzheimer’s brains Michael J Fox Foundation support (2019) for glial protein studies in PD NHMRC grants (2018, 2017) for imaging platforms and mitophagy research Teaching & Supervision focuses on neuroanatomy and neurodegeneration. Current research students include Zirui Cao (Postmortem PD neural activity), Yang Liu (PD-associated genes pathobiology), and Zirui Zeng (Sleep neuron neuropathology in PD). Labs & Collaborations : Fu has worked with Neuroscience Research Australia (Paxinos’ and Halliday’s labs) and employs histology, microscopy, animal models, and molecular biology to study neurodegenerative mechanisms.

Scott E. Countsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Neurodegenerative Disorders
• Vascular Dementia
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Scott E. Counts is an Associate Professor of Translational Neuroscience at Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine, based at the Grand Rapids Research Center. He holds a secondary appointment in Family Medicine. His research focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying neuronal vulnerability in Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and Alzheimer's Disease (AD), and vascular contributions to dementia progression. His lab employs advanced techniques like laser capture microdissection, RNA sequencing, and in vivo gene transfer to study neurodegenerative pathways. Education: B.A. in History and English, Davidson College (1986) Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Emory University School of Medicine (2000) Research Interests: Dr. Counts investigates noradrenergic locus coeruleus degeneration's impact on cerebrovascular function in AD models, biomarker development, and vascular-neuronal interactions in dementia. His work bridges molecular pathology with clinical outcomes to identify disease-modifying therapies. Labs/Teams: Leads the Counts Lab, collaborating on projects involving rodent models, human tissue analysis, and neurovascular dysfunction studies. Collaborators include experts in neuroimaging (Dorrance, Lipton) and dementia biomarkers.

Jinwoo Parkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Behavioral pharmacology
• Metabolism
• Neurobiology
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Jinwoo Park is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Sciences within the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo . His research focuses on understanding the role of catecholamines (dopamine, norepinephrine) in stress- and reward-related behaviors, and their dysfunction in disorders like substance abuse and neurodegenerative diseases . Education: PhD in Chemistry (Electrochemistry), Michigan State University (2006) Fellowship in Neurochemistry/Electrochemistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2011) His work develops electrochemistry-based sensors for real-time neurochemical monitoring, particularly in the limbic system . Key areas include neurotransmission dynamics in drug addiction , stress responses , and metabolic regulation . He has secured significant grants from NIH/NIDA and NIDDK , including a $3.7M NIH/NIDA grant (2025–2030) to study sex differences in reward circuits . Recent publications highlight advancements in fast-scan cyclic voltammetry (FSCV) for heterogeneous dopamine signaling in the olfactory tubercle and nucleus accumbens , with applications to methamphetamine and nicotine addiction . He also explores amylin signaling in macronutrient intake and urotensin II modulation of cocaine effects. Scientific Awards Whitehall Foundation Grant (2017) Irwin Kopin Traveling Fellowship (2012) NIDA Travel Stipend (2010) Invited speaker at SFN Nanosymposium (2010) Gordon Research Seminar Travel Stipend (2009) He serves as a Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded projects and mentors trainees through roles like Director of the Biotechnology Undergraduate Program (2020–present). His lab employs cutting-edge techniques like optogenetics and flexible microelectrode arrays to map neurochemical pathways in addiction and neurodegeneration .