جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Theo Peplerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Biostatistics
• Epidemiology
• Multivariate Analysis
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Dr Theo Pepler is a Lecturer and Lead Biostatistician at the Robertson Centre for Biostatistics, University of Glasgow. He holds academic appointments at both the University of Glasgow and Stellenbosch University, specializing in biostatistics, epidemiology, and multivariate analysis. His work bridges academia, industry, and government policy through roles such as co-leading data initiatives at the Scottish Government’s EPIC Centre. Education PhD in Statistics (Stellenbosch University, 2014) MComm in Statistics (specializing in factorial experiments) BComm Honours in Statistics BComm in Economic & Management Sciences Research Interests focus on statistical computing, open science, and applications in veterinary public health. Key areas include biomarker discovery for mastitis management, transition cow health optimization, and genomic epidemiology of livestock diseases. His work emphasizes practical statistical solutions for real-world agricultural challenges. Grants & Projects EPIC Centre of Expertise in Animal Disease Outbreaks (Scottish Govt, 2022-2025) Movenet Livestock Movement Toolkit (EPSRC, 2024) Mastitis Diagnosis Innovations (Innovate UK, 2018-2020) His research integrates statistical methodologies with veterinary medicine, contributing to evidence-based practices in dairy farming and infectious disease control.

• Animal Breeding
• Genetics
• Statistical Analysis
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Professor Κομινάκης Αντώνιος is affiliated with the Laboratory of Animal Breeding & Husbandry at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens . He holds a BSc in Animal Science from Agricultural University of Athens and a PhD in Animal Breeding from the University of Hohenheim, Germany. His research focuses on genetic parameter estimation in livestock, genetic association studies in human and animal populations, and statistical methods in data analysis. His work spans diverse areas including candidate gene identification in dairy sheep and poultry, GWAS applications, and genetic diversity studies in North Aegean sheep populations. Recent studies explore resilience in small ruminant farming systems and ACE gene polymorphisms related to COVID-19. He also investigates prenatal nutrition effects on rabbit behavior and dietary supplementation impacts on poultry products. Publications highlight contributions to avian genetics, meat science, and animal nutrition, with emphasis on improving livestock production through genomic insights and sustainable practices. He teaches courses in animal breeding and has contributed to extension services through infrastructure development in agricultural research. His work bridges fundamental genetics with applied agriculture, addressing both productivity and animal welfare challenges in livestock systems.

• Farm Animal Diseases
• Animal Health and Welfare
• Veterinary Epidemiology
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Dr. Γελασάκης Αθανάσιος is an Associate Professor of Farm Animal Diseases at the Laboratory of Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals, Department of Animal Science, School of Animal Biosciences, Agricultural University of Athens since 2018. He holds a PhD in Animal Management and Health (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 2011), MSc in Public Health (National School of Public Health, 2014), and BSc in Veterinary Medicine (Aristotle University, 2005). He is a Diplomate of the European College of Small Ruminant Health Management (ECSRHM). His research focuses on farm animal diseases, health/welfare, nutrition, productivity, and sustainability of livestock systems. Key areas include veterinary epidemiology, biostatistics, diagnostic tools (e.g., infrared thermography), and One Health approaches addressing zoonoses and food safety. He coordinates 10+ research projects and has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles. Education: PhD: Animal Management & Health (A.U.Th., 2011) MSc: Public Health (NSPH, 2014) BSc: Veterinary Medicine (A.U.Th., 2005) Research Themes: Small ruminant lentiviruses (e.g., Maedi-Visna) Mastitis diagnostics Parasitic residue biomonitoring Machine learning in milk analysis Teaching: Microbiology (3680) Animal Production and Public Health (0238) Health of Farm Animals (1690) His recent work emphasizes precision livestock farming tools (e.g., thermal imaging, spectroscopy) for disease detection and sustainable production systems. Over 34 research projects and 150+ conference publications further highlight his contributions to veterinary science and public health.

• Reproductive Biology
• Veterinary Medicine
• Animal Reproduction Technologies (ARTs)
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Pawel M. Bartlewski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), University of Guelph. His research focuses on hormonal control of ovarian antral follicle development in ruminants, ultrasonographic imaging of reproductive organs, and advancements in assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs). He also explores nutritional influences on reproductive processes and the application of nanotechnology in gamete cryopreservation. His work bridges veterinary science with human health, developing farm animal models to improve hormonal treatments for women. Current students under his supervision include Madeline Abass, Laila Abdelrazak, Winnie Chen, and others pursuing Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) degrees. His lab (OVC 1677/1671B) supports collaborative projects involving endocrinology, imaging, and reproductive biotechnology. Publications highlight innovations in estrus synchronization protocols, mammary gland imaging, and nanowater-based semen preservation. Research trends emphasize integrating imaging technologies with hormonal studies to enhance livestock and companion animal reproduction. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his extensive peer-reviewed contributions reflect significant academic recognition. Grant activities are implied through collaborative projects, though specific grants are not detailed. His mentoring extends to summer research students and clinical trials, fostering next-generation veterinary scientists. Lab activities focus on ovarian dynamics, ultrasound applications, and translational research between animal and human health. Teams include international collaborators, evident in co-authorships across North America and South America.

Melinda Nagyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biology
• Anthropology
• Genetics
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Melinda Nagy is a Professor at the Department of Biology, Faculty of Education at Selye János Egyetem (János Selye University) in Komárno, Slovakia. She holds academic titles including Dr. habil., PaedDr., and PhD. Her research focuses on biology, anthropology, genetics, physiology, and pedagogy. She has been affiliated with the university since 2004. Education: PhD in Biology from Prešov University Habilitation in Anthropology from Eszterházy Károly University Doctoral studies in Anthropology at Prešov University Initial teacher training in Biology and Art Education at Prešov University Research Interests: Dr. Nagy's work spans multiple disciplines, emphasizing genetic studies of Roma populations, health pedagogy, and livestock biology. Her projects include analyzing mastitis in dairy sheep, bioimpedance for sarcopenia prevention, and sleep habits in schoolchildren. She actively collaborates on EU-funded initiatives like Horizon2020 projects addressing educational inequality and health literacy. Grants & Projects: School-Community Partnership for Reversing Inequality (Horizon2020) Innovative Digital Development of Health Pedagogics (Erasmus+) Genetic Studies on Bone Mineral Density in Roma Women (VEGA) Labs/Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in health pedagogy and molecular genetics research. Active in international collaborations through Visegrad Fund and Erasmus+ programs.

• Breast Cancer
• Breast Development
• Mammographic Density
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Associate Professor Wendy Ingman is an Ext-Funded Research Fellow at the University of Adelaide's Adelaide Medical School, within the Surgical Specialities department. Her research focuses on breast health, including breast cancer, breastfeeding, and breast development. She leads the Breast Biology & Cancer Unit at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, translating discoveries into improved prevention, detection, and treatment strategies. Key projects explore mammographic density as a risk factor, menstrual cycle impacts on breast cancer, and lactation mastitis mechanisms. She advises national organizations like BreastScreen Australia and founded InforMD, a national breast cancer research alliance. Education: Not explicitly listed, but expertise implies advanced training in biomedical sciences. Affiliations: Basil Hetzel Institute for Translational Health Research, InforMD leadership. Research interests emphasize breast biology's role in disease susceptibility, particularly immune system interactions and hormonal influences. She advocates for community education and has pioneered studies on anti-inflammatory interventions for dense breasts and menstrual cycle effects on gene expression assays. Her work bridges clinical and translational research, aiming to reduce breast cancer mortality through early detection and personalized medicine. Publications span 2025–2010, focusing on biomarkers, imaging techniques, and inflammatory pathways. She actively supervises students at Honours, Masters, and PhD levels.

Luciano Caixetaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Dairy Science
• Animal Nutrition
• Ruminant Nutrition
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Luciano Caixeta, DVM, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Veterinary Population Medicine at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota. He is actively engaged in research, teaching, and clinical outreach, with a focus on improving the health and productivity of dairy cattle during the critical transition period. His educational background includes a DVM from Universidade Federal de Goias, Brazil (2008), a Residency in Ambulatory and Production Medicine at Cornell University (2011), and a PhD from Cornell University (2017). Dr. Caixeta's research centers on metabolic and infectious diseases in dairy cows, particularly hyperketonemia, hypocalcemia, mastitis, and lameness. He employs cutting-edge tools such as automated rumination and activity monitoring systems, microbiome analysis, and omics technologies to understand disease etiology, improve early detection, and evaluate interventions. His work bridges clinical practice with population-level health strategies. The trends in his recent publications highlight a strong emphasis on precision dairy farming, metabolic health monitoring, microbiome dynamics, and randomized clinical trials evaluating preventive and therapeutic strategies. His work spans both conventional and organic dairy systems. Scientific Awards: Cornell Clinical Fellows, Cornell University (2013) Dr. Caixeta advises numerous graduate students and collaborates extensively with researchers across institutions. He leads the Caixeta Lab at the University of Minnesota, which is actively involved in grants related to dairy cow health, transition management, and disease prevention. His research has significant implications for animal welfare, farm profitability, and sustainable dairy production. He is affiliated with the Fetrow Dairy Education Center and maintains active profiles on Experts@Minnesota, PubMed, LinkedIn, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar.

Erin Roysterمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Dairy Production Medicine
• Veterinary Epidemiology
• Udder Health
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Erin Royster, DVM, MS is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Veterinary Population Medicine at the University of Minnesota. Her work focuses on dairy production medicine, udder health, antimicrobial stewardship, and veterinary education. She collaborates with institutions like Iowa State University and Elanco Animal Health on research projects. Education: DVM from North Carolina State University, MS from the University of Minnesota, BA from Goddard College. Royster's research interests center on improving dairy cattle health through interventions like selective dry cow therapy, bedding management, and antimicrobial use reduction. She also investigates diagnostic tools (e.g., MALDI-TOF MS, predictive algorithms) for mastitis and intramammary infections. Her recent articles (2020-2025) highlight advancements in bedding hygiene, dry-off strategies, and veterinary training programs. Key trends include interdisciplinary approaches to dairy herd health and the integration of technology in pathogen detection. Grants from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture and Elanco Animal Health have supported her work. Royster contributes to educational frameworks for veterinary students in dairy medicine and collaborates with national experts on sustainable dairy practices.

Guanshi Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Metabolomics
• Diabetic Kidney Disease
• Mitochondrial Biology
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Dr. Guanshi Zhang is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA), Department of Medicine, Division of Nephrology. He serves as Co-Director of the San Antonio Program for Undergraduate Research in Renal Science (SPURRS) and is actively seeking M.S. and Ph.D. students for his research program. Dr. Zhang is affiliated with the Center for Renal Precision Medicine, where he conducts cutting-edge research at the intersection of metabolomics, mitochondrial biology, and kidney disease. Dr. Zhang's research focuses on understanding how hyperglycemia and aging lead to cellular dysregulation in different organ systems, with particular emphasis on diabetic complications and aging-associated diseases. His laboratory employs advanced techniques including mass spectrometry imaging-based spatial metabolomics and lipidomics to investigate metabolic alterations in both human kidney disease and veterinary models. Early in his career, Dr. Zhang was trained in metabolomics, and during his postdoctoral training at the University of California San Diego, he expanded his expertise to mitochondrial biology of diabetic complications. His publication record demonstrates a dual focus: one strand of research examines diabetic kidney disease and metabolic alterations in human renal pathology, while another investigates metabolic biomarkers for diseases in dairy cows such as ketosis, mastitis, and lameness. His recent work has identified novel biomarkers and metabolic pathways involved in kidney injury, with particular attention to adenine metabolism, mitochondrial dysfunction, and spatial metabolomics in renal tissue. Dr. Zhang has made significant contributions to major collaborative efforts including the Kidney Precision Medicine Project. Dr. Zhang has contributed significantly to methodological advancements in mass spectrometry imaging, particularly regarding sample preparation and analysis reproducibility. His technical publications address critical issues that affect the reliability of spatial metabolomics data, providing essential protocols for the research community.

• Animal Genetics
• Genomic Selection
• Quantitative Genetics
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Professor Kominakis Antonios holds a faculty position at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), leading the Department of Animal Science within the School of Agricultural Sciences. He earned his BSc in Animal Production from AUA and a PhD in Animal Breeding from the University of Hohenheim, Germany. His research focuses on genetic improvement of farm animals, population genetics, genomic marker analysis, and statistical methodologies in genetic studies. Key interests include optimizing selection programs for livestock and exploring genetic associations in human and animal populations. Education: BSc in Animal Production, Agricultural University of Athens PhD in Animal Breeding, University of Hohenheim, Germany His research interests emphasize genomic selection strategies, quantitative trait loci identification, and sustainable livestock production systems. Recent work includes studies on candidate genes for somatic cell count in dairy sheep and body weight in broilers using GWAS approaches. He has also explored the genetic basis of polled phenotypes in North Aegean sheep populations. Publications highlight interdisciplinary applications, such as integrating mathematical models for farm sustainability, investigating ACE gene polymorphisms related to COVID-19 susceptibility, and analyzing dietary interventions in poultry and dairy systems. His work bridges basic genetic research with applied agricultural challenges. He is affiliated with the Laboratory of Animal Breeding & Husbandry and collaborates with international teams on topics like scrapie in goats and bovine mastitis. No formal awards are mentioned, but his prolific publication record indicates sustained academic impact. He teaches courses on animal breeding and husbandry, contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs at AUA.

• Agricultural Economics
• Animal Health
• Veterinary Medicine
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Mariska van der Voort is an Associate Professor in Business Economics at Wageningen University & Research. Her research focuses on the intersection of agricultural economics, precision livestock farming, and animal health, with a particular emphasis on economic impact assessments of technological innovations in dairy and pig production systems. Co-promotor for 5 active PhD projects in Indonesia and Uruguay Keynote speaker at major precision livestock farming conferences Specializes in ICT adoption in agriculture and digital twin applications Research interests include economic modeling of animal health impacts, disease surveillance systems, and digital innovation in food production. Recent work analyzes the value of sensor data for welfare assessments and the economic benefits of precision farming technologies. She has presented at international conferences like the European Conference on Precision Livestock Farming and contributed to sustainability assessments in the food industry. Her work frequently involves collaborations with veterinary scientists and data scientists to bridge economic and biological factors in agricultural systems.

• Environmental Science
• Plant Biology
• Proteomics
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Antonio Masi is an Associate Professor at the University of Padova , affiliated with the Department of Agronomy, Food, Nutrition, Environment, and Energy (DAFNAE). His research focuses on environmental science, plant biology, and proteomics, with particular emphasis on perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination, phytoremediation, and sustainable agricultural practices. Research Interests : Antonio Masi investigates plant stress tolerance mechanisms, the impact of environmental pollutants on crop physiology, and the application of omics technologies to agricultural and food systems. His work bridges toxicology, biochemistry, and agricultural sustainability, with recent studies on PFAS bioaccumulation in crops and fungal pathogenesis in sugarcane. Publications : His recent articles explore PFAS effects on plant hydraulics, proteomic responses in contaminated crops, and biostimulant-nanotechnology synergy for sustainable farming. These studies span environmental science, plant physiology, and food safety disciplines, often analyzing contaminant transport and remediation strategies. Contact : antonio.masi@unipd.it .

• Infectious Diseases
• Epidemiology
• Economic Modeling
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Tariq Halasa is a researcher specializing in infectious disease dynamics, with a focus on integrating epidemiological and economic analyses to optimize disease control strategies. His work spans veterinary medicine, livestock management, and computational modeling. Research Interests: Transmission dynamics of pathogens in animal populations, resource optimization in disease prevention, and economic impact modeling. Methodologies: Stochastic modeling, statistical modeling, and simulation frameworks for disease spread. Recent publications highlight his expertise in mastitis intervention, bovine viral diarrhea, African swine fever, and aquaculture pathogen modeling. His collaborations include institutions in Australia, Denmark, and Laos. While no formal awards or educational details are explicitly stated, his 105 publications and network connections reflect significant contributions to veterinary science and epidemiology. He has no listed advisees or specific lab affiliations in the provided text.

Marcos Quintela Balujaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Food Safety
• Microbiology
• Molecular Microbiology
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Marcos Quintela Baluja is a Researcher at the University of Santiago de Compostela , affiliated with the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and the Department of Analytical Chemistry, Nutrition and Bromatology . His work focuses on food safety , microbiology , and veterinary medicine , with a particular emphasis on bacterial identification, antibiotic resistance, and mastitis diagnostics. PhD (2023) from University of Santiago de Compostela, with a thesis on omic technologies for food-altering/pathogenic bacteria Key research groups: LHICA-USC (Food Hygiene, Inspection and Control) His research spans multiple subfields: antibiotic resistance gene dynamics in wastewater , virulence factors in Enterococci , phyloproteomic differentiation of mastitis-causing Streptococci , and application of MALDI-TOF MS in food microbiology . Collaborative work includes studies on urban pollution impacts on aquaculture and genetic discrimination of Bacillus species . He has pioneered the use of MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for rapid bacterial identification in dairy products, demonstrating its superiority over traditional biochemical methods. His studies on camel milk probiotics and clonal education in non-specialized teaching further highlight his interdisciplinary contributions.

• Pediatric Infections
• Antibiotic Resistance
• Bacterial Biofilms
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Jorunn Pauline Cavanagh is an Associate Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway's Department of Clinical Medicine, where she leads research in the Paediatric Infection Group. Her work focuses on pediatric infections, particularly those caused by coagulase-negative staphylococci, biofilms, and antibiotic resistance. She discovered the novel bacterial species Staphylococcus borealis and leads the OPTIMIST project investigating mastitis in nursing mothers. Her research spans antimicrobial peptides, bacterial membrane models, and gut microbiome dynamics in pediatric populations. Key interests include: Developing bacteriocin-based therapies against antibiotic-resistant biofilms Characterizing virulence mechanisms in Staphylococcus haemolyticus Optimizing diagnostics for neonatal infections Cavanagh's recent publications (2021-2025) predominantly explore: Novel antimicrobial agents and surface treatments Bacterial extracellular vesicle applications Gut resistome development in early life Immunomodulation strategies for neonatal inflammation She supervises bachelor's, master's, and PhD students while coordinating projects on mastitis identification and bacterial membrane modeling.