جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mattia De Vivoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Zoology
• Speciation
• Species delimitation
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Mattia De Vivo is a current Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Trier (Faculty VI, Biogeography department) since September 2023, supervised by Prof. Dr. Henrik Krehenwinkel. He holds a Ph.D. in Biodiversity from the Taiwan International Graduate Program on Biodiversity (TIGP-BIODIV), jointly organized by National Taiwan Normal University and Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan (2019–2023), with a dissertation on Chordodes formosanus (Nematomorpha). Education: Ph.D., Master’s (Sapienza University of Rome), Bachelor’s (University of Naples Federico II) Research Focus: Zoology, speciation, species delimitation, population genetics, phylogenomics, parasitology, and biogeography Key Projects: Environmental DNA (eDNA) applications, conservation genetics of stag beetles, niche modeling of invasive species Scientific Awards: AS-TIGP Research Performance Fellowship (2022) TIGP PhD Scholarship (2019–2022) Publications: 15 most recent include works on horsehair worms, coral reef zooplankton, stag beetles, and environmental DNA applications, covering disciplines like genetics, ecology, and parasitology.

Pratik D Jagtapمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Metaproteomics
• Proteomics
• Bioinformatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pratik D Jagtap serves as a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Biophysics at the University of Minnesota. He has been instrumental in managing the Galaxy-P project since its inception and currently holds the position of Research Professional 6 with focus areas in Metabolic and Systems Biology (TMED), Genetics, and Mechanisms of Cancer. Dr. Jagtap's research focuses on developing analytical workflows for complex data analysis, with particular emphasis on MS-based proteomics applications in metaproteomics, proteogenomics, and data-independent acquisition (DIA) data analysis. His work spans multiple interdisciplinary fields including bioinformatics, microbiome research, and cancer biology. The fingerprint analysis of his research shows strong expertise in Proteomics (100%), Metatranscriptomics (96%), Mass Spectrometry (80%), Galaxies (70%), Microbiome (52%), Proteogenomics (50%), and Bioinformatics (46%). His publication record shows consistent productivity with research outputs spanning from 1998 to 2025, with significant activity in recent years (6 publications in 2025, 6 in 2024, and 7 in 2023). His work demonstrates a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated multi-omic analyses applied to complex biological systems, particularly focusing on host-microbiome interactions in disease contexts. Dr. Jagtap has received recognition as Chair of the Proteomics Research Group at the Association of Biomolecular Research Facilities from August 2018 to July 2020, highlighting his standing in the proteomics community. His current research portfolio includes multiple active projects funded by NIH, National Jewish Health, and the American Society for Microbiology, with several projects extending through 2025 and beyond, including an NIH-funded project on deep metaproteomic characterization of microbial contributors to tumorigenesis running through 2028. He collaborates extensively with researchers like Timothy J. Griffin and others across various institutions. Dr. Jagtap's work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in areas related to health and well-being, reflecting the broader impact of his research on global challenges.

• Microbial Ecology
• Biogeochemical Cycling
• Metagenomics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Barbara Campbell is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University's College of Science, where she leads research on microbial ecology and biogeochemical cycling across diverse ecosystems including estuaries, deep-sea vents, and terrestrial habitats. Her work integrates genomic approaches to unravel microbial roles in environmental processes. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Microbiology, Cornell University (1993) B.S. in Biology, SUNY Geneseo (1983) Dr. Campbell's research employs metagenomics and metatranscriptomics to investigate bacterial activity in river-estuarine-coastal gradients, functional redundancy in microbial communities, and microbiome contributions to plant drought tolerance. Current projects span wildfire impacts on forest microbiomes, marine biofilm engineering for naval applications, and rhizosphere microbiome manipulation for crop resilience, reflecting her focus on microbial responses to environmental change. Her 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate consistent emphasis on environmental genomics, with recurring themes of climate stressors (wildfires, drought), microbial community dynamics, and translational applications in agriculture and ecosystem management. High-impact journals like Nature, Cell, and Environmental Science & Technology highlight the interdisciplinary significance of her work. Scientific recognition includes: Excellence in Discovery Award, College of Science (2023) Dean’s Distinguished Professorship (2023-2025) Sigma Xi Outstanding Young Investigator Award (2014-2015) She mentors five PhD students, one MS student, and seven undergraduates while leading five active grants including an NSF Rules of Life project. Her lab maintains extensive collaborations across computing, plant sciences, and forestry, presenting findings at major international conferences like ASM and ASLO. Current research infrastructure includes specialized laboratories in the Life Sciences Building for genomic and metabolomic analyses of environmental samples.

Danielle G. Lemayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Nutrition
• Microbiome
• Dietary Components
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Danielle G. Lemay, Ph.D. is a Research Molecular Biologist at the USDA Agricultural Research Service's Western Human Nutrition Research Center (WHNRC) and an Associate Adjunct Professor affiliated with the University of California, Davis. She holds a position in the Diet, Microbiome and Immunity Research unit at WHNRC, where she conducts cutting-edge research at the intersection of nutrition, microbiome science, and computational biology. Dr. Lemay's primary research interests focus on how dietary components, especially fermentable carbohydrates, affect host response and whether these responses are modulated by the functional capabilities of resident microbiota. Her work prominently features the application of big data techniques, including sequencing technologies and machine learning, to understand the complex effects of diet on human health. A significant portion of her research examines human milk oligosaccharides, gut microbiota composition, and their interactions in both infants and adults. Her publication record demonstrates strong expertise in microbiome analysis, with numerous papers on metatranscriptome analysis pipelines (SAMSA and SAMSA2) that have become valuable tools in the field. Her research spans multiple disciplines including nutrition science, microbiology, computational biology, and molecular biology, with applications in neonatal nutrition, gut health, and precision nutrition approaches. Dr. Lemay has collaborated extensively with researchers at UC Davis and other institutions, particularly in the areas of milk composition, infant gut microbiome development, and the relationship between diet and microbial communities. Her work often bridges basic science with potential clinical applications, particularly in understanding how dietary components can be optimized for health benefits.

• Microbial Ecology
• Phytoplankton Ecology
• Environmental Toxicology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nigel D'Souza serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Studies & Sciences and Department of Biology at Gonzaga University, where he bridges microbial ecology with environmental science through field-based research on aquatic ecosystems. His work examines how microorganisms maintain planetary functions and respond to anthropogenic stressors including pollution and climate change across marine, estuarine, and polar environments. His academic foundation includes: Ph.D. in Biology from Bowling Green State University (2012) M.Sc. in Zoology (Molecular Biology specialization) from University of Pune, India B.Sc. in Microbiology from University of Pune, India Dr. D'Souza's research centers on microbial ecophysiology, investigating ice-associated microbes in the Great Lakes and Antarctica, oil spill impacts in the Gulf of Mexico, and planktonic responses to multiple stressors like heavy metals and climate change drivers. He employs integrated lab-field approaches to study microbial roles in biogeochemical cycles, emphasizing how human activities disrupt these critical ecosystem functions. His work spans from diatom physiology under climate stressors to microbial community dynamics following environmental disturbances. Analysis of his 2012-2022 publications reveals consistent focus on microbial adaptation in changing aquatic systems, with significant contributions on winter diatom blooms in ice-covered lakes, oil spill biogeochemistry, and hurricane-impacted microbial processes. His research demonstrates how microbial communities serve as both indicators and mediators of ecosystem health under anthropogenic pressure. Dr. D'Souza teaches foundational courses including Earth Systems (ENVS 110), Case Studies in Environmental Science (ENVS 200), and Ecotoxicology (BIOL 399), fostering critical thinking about human-environment interactions. He actively recruits students for research on microbial ecology and pollutant impacts, though specific advising records and grant details aren't documented in available materials. His Gonzaga-based research group conducts laboratory and field investigations into aquatic microbial responses, utilizing molecular and physiological techniques to address global environmental challenges through a microbial lens.

Antonia Otteمشاهده پروفایل

مربی

• Molecular Biology
• Environmental Biology
• Marine Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Antonia Otte is an Associate Tutor in the School of Environmental Sciences at the University of East Anglia's Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on molecular and environmental biology, particularly the intersection of these fields in understanding pathogen dynamics and marine organisms. Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Bremen (2016–2019) Master of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Bremen (2019–2021) Research Interests: Her work spans molecular biology, environmental biology, and marine ecology. She studies Trypanosoma sp. pathogens in livestock and humans, focusing on transmission via tsetse flies and gut bacteria. Her master’s research analyzed metatranscriptomic data from harmful algal blooms to identify cellular processes and enzymes involved in toxicity. Currently, her PhD examines mitotic recombination’s role in genome evolution of polar phytoplankton using the model diatom Fragilariopsis cylindrus. Research Outputs: Recent publications include studies on cold-adapted diatoms and temporal dynamics in geothermal red algal systems, advancing understanding of marine and geothermal microbial ecosystems. Awards: None explicitly mentioned. Advising & Collaborations: No formal advisees listed. Collaborations include the Alfred Wegener Institute and ongoing research projects in environmental and molecular biology. Labs/Teams: Member of the Environmental Biology Research Group at UEA.

• Anaerobic Biotechnology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Biodegradation of Plastics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreia Salvador is an Assistant Researcher at the Centre of Biological Engineering (Universidade do Minho, Portugal). Her research focuses on anaerobic biotechnology , microbial ecology , and biodegradation of pollutants , particularly using conductive materials to enhance biogas production. She holds a PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering (University of Minho, 2013) and has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles. Education: PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering (2013), University of Minho MSc in Advanced Biomolecular Methods (2007), University of Aveiro BSc in Biology (2004), University of Aveiro Key Research: Optimization of anaerobic digestion via conductive materials Biodegradation of microplastics and pharmaceuticals Development of bioinformatics tools (e.g., MOSCA framework) Notable Grants: "GLOMICAVE" (EU-funded, 2021–present) "MarPlas" (regional grant, 2021–present) "Novel anaerobes for a biobased economy" (EU, 2015–2017) Labs/Teams: Led projects on microbial community analysis and bioremediation strategies

Xiaozhen Mouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Biogeochemical Cycling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Xiaozhen Mou is a Professor and MA Coordinator in the Department of Biological Sciences at Kent State University. Her research focuses on molecular microbial ecology, particularly bacterial roles in biogeochemical cycles and environmental toxin degradation. She leads the Molecular Microbial Ecology Laboratory, emphasizing metagenomics, metatranscriptomics, and advanced molecular techniques. Education: Ph.D. in Marine Microbiology (University of Georgia), M.S. in Marine Chemistry (Chinese Academy of Sciences), B.S. in Chemistry (Qingdao University). Research interests include: bacterial transformation of dissolved organic nitrogen, microbially mediated nitrogen removal, cyanotoxin detoxification in Lake Erie, ecological genomics of aquatic bacteria, and pharmaceutical impacts on freshwater microbiology. Recent work includes wastewater monitoring for SARS-CoV-2 and lignin degradation studies. Teaching includes Microbial Ecology, Marine Biology, and Biodiversity courses. Her lab actively collaborates on environmental projects, such as the Ohio Coronavirus Wastewater Monitoring Network.

Baozhong Mengمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Virology
• Plant Biology
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Baozhong Meng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph, affiliated with the College of Biological Science. His research focuses on virology, particularly grapevine viruses and their impact on agriculture. He leads a laboratory investigating viral genetics, pathogenesis, and diagnostic methodologies, funded by federal and provincial grants as well as industry partnerships. Dr. Meng holds editorial roles in journals like Frontiers in Plant Science and has authored a comprehensive book on grapevine viruses. Education: B.Sc. from Hebei Agricultural University, Ph.D. in Plant Virology from Cornell University, and a postdoctoral fellowship at Cornell’s Plant Pathology Department. Research interests include viral evolution, molecular biology of plant viruses, and development of diagnostic tools. His lab employs interdisciplinary approaches, including bioinformatics and biochemistry, to address agricultural challenges caused by grapevine viruses such as Grapevine rupestris stem pitting-associated virus (GRSPaV) and Grapevine leafroll-associated virus 3 (GLRaV-3). Recent work emphasizes virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS) systems and next-generation sequencing (NGS) for pathogen discovery. Dr. Meng has advised numerous graduate students and collaborates internationally. His lab includes postdoctoral researchers, visiting scientists, and technical staff. Key grants and partnerships support studies on viral diversity, mitigation strategies, and food safety technologies for hepatitis A virus detection in food matrices. Lab members contribute to advancing diagnostics and understanding viral-host interactions, with applications in sustainable agriculture and public health.

Susan De Longمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Engineering
• Biotechnology
• Biodegradation of Contaminants
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Susan De Long is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Colorado State University, with joint appointments in Chemical and Biological Engineering and the School of Biomedical Engineering. She holds B.A. degrees in Environmental Science and Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley, and M.S. and Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Texas, Austin. Her research focuses on sustainable biotechnologies, including bioenergy generation from waste, bioremediation of contaminants, and molecular biology tools for microbiome analysis. Her work is funded by the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Energy, and industry partners. Notable awards include the 2022 Oliver P. Pennock Distinguished Service Award and multiple service excellence awards. Her teaching includes courses like Biomolecular Tools for Engineers and Water Quality Analysis. Research emphasizes leveraging microbiome data to improve treatment processes and discover novel enzymes for pollutant degradation. Current projects explore low-water co-digestion processes, anaerobic digestion optimization, and wastewater surveillance for pathogens. Her lab has pioneered metatranscriptomic approaches to identify biomarkers in mixed microbial communities. Grants: US DOE BETO, ARPA-E, NSF, Environmental Research and Education Foundation Lab Activities: Scott Bioengineering Building, focusing on anaerobic digestion, microbial community analysis, and bioremediation Collaborations: Industry partnerships and interdisciplinary teams across engineering and biomedical fields

Nicole Websterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Microbiology
• Coral Reef Ecology
• Sponge Microbiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicole Webster is an Honorary Professor at the School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences, University of Queensland. Her research integrates molecular genetics, genomics, and microbial ecology to investigate marine symbioses, focusing on coral reefs and sponge microbiomes under climate stress. She leads studies on microbial contributions to reef resilience, holobiont dynamics, and environmental monitoring frameworks. Research Focus Professor Webster's work centers on: Microbial symbiosis in marine invertebrates (sponges, corals) and their adaptive responses to environmental stressors Impacts of ocean warming, acidification, and pollution on reef microbiomes Development of microbial indicators for ecosystem health assessment Genomic and metatranscriptomic analysis of host-microbe interactions Publication Trends Her recent articles (2023-2025) emphasize climate change impacts on marine microbiomes, employing advanced omics tools. Key themes include: Thermal stress and dysbiosis in coral/sponge holobionts Microbial roles in larval settlement and reef recovery Predictive modelling of reef health using microbial data Genomic adaptations of symbiotic microbes Affiliations and Collaboration Professor Webster collaborates with the Centre for Marine Science and global research networks. Her work supports reef conservation through microbial-based monitoring frameworks.

Jeremiah Hackettمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Genome Evolution
• Evolution of Photosynthesis
• Harmful Algae Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeremiah Hackett is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona. His research focuses on genome evolution, the evolution of photosynthesis, and the physiology of harmful algae. He investigates endosymbiotic processes, particularly how eukaryotes acquire plastids and the resulting genomic impacts. His lab uses molecular techniques like microarrays to study global gene expression in harmful algae, aiming to understand factors driving algal blooms. Education: Ph.D. Genetics, University of Iowa (2005) B.S. Biology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (1999) Key Research Themes: Dr. Hackett’s work integrates evolutionary genomics with ecological studies of harmful algal blooms. He explores how horizontal gene transfer and endosymbiosis shape algal genomes, while also addressing ecological questions about toxin production and bloom dynamics. His research bridges cellular-level processes with large-scale environmental impacts. Awards & Honors: 2005 CICOR Postdoctoral Scholarship 2005 Robert T. Wilce Award (Northeast Algal Society) 2003 NSF-Graduate Research Fellowship Honorable Mention Advising & Grants: While no specific grants or advisees are listed in the provided text, Dr. Hackett’s research has been supported by institutional resources and collaborations. His lab focuses on transcriptomics and genomic approaches to study algal biology and evolution. Labs/Teams: His research group at the University of Arizona employs cutting-edge genomic tools to study dinoflagellates and other harmful algae, with a focus on understanding ecological and evolutionary mechanisms driving their success in marine environments.

Jeff Bowmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marine Microbiology
• Polar Ecology
• Astrobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeff Bowman is an Associate Professor in the Integrative Oceanography Division at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. His research focuses on marine microbiology, polar ecology, astrobiology, and bioinformatics, with a particular emphasis on understanding microbial responses to environmental changes and extreme conditions. He holds a PhD in Oceanography and Astrobiology from the University of Washington. Education: PhD, Oceanography and Astrobiology, University of Washington Research Interests: Biological Impacts of Climate Change Genomics, Metagenomics, and Bioinformatics Marine Microbiology Polar Ecology His work explores microbial ecosystems in extreme environments such as Arctic and Antarctic regions, hypersaline brines, and evaporitic lakes. Key themes include astrobiological implications of extremophile survival strategies and the development of novel sampling techniques like low-volume eDNA methods. Bowman’s research also addresses climate change impacts on polar ecosystems and microbiome-driven solutions for biodiversity conservation. Labs & Teams: Jeff Bowman leads projects within the Integrative Oceanography Division and collaborates internationally through initiatives like the Mangrove Microbiome Project. His lab maintains an active website ( polarmicrobes.org ) detailing ongoing research and fieldwork.

• Oomycete Genomics
• Polyamine Metabolism
• Plant Pathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paul F. Morris is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Bowling Green State University's College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Queen's University, Canada, and leads the Morris Lab, which focuses on oomycete genomics and polyamine metabolism in plants. His current research targets biocontrol solutions for Pythium pathogens threatening hydroponic agriculture, supported by an NSF Phase STTR award. Dr. Morris maintains active collaborations with plant pathology researchers in China and participates in the Oomycete Molecular Genetics Network. His research interests center on: Mechanisms of polyamine transport and biosynthesis in plant stress responses Genomic strategies of plant pathogens like Phytophthora capsici Development of bacterial biocontrol agents against oomycete pathogens Spatial organization of metabolic pathways in plants Analysis of his recent publications shows a strong focus on plant-pathogen interactions, enzymatic mechanisms in oomycetes, and polyamine metabolism. His work frequently employs molecular genetics, structural biology, and biochemical approaches to address fundamental questions in plant stress responses and pathogen virulence. Dr. Morris actively mentors graduate students, with advisees including Sheaza Ahmed (Ph.D.), Menaka Ariyaratne (Shanklin Award winner), and Nilanjana Chakrabarti. He secured significant funding through an NSF STTR grant for developing sustainable agricultural solutions. His outreach includes directing Kids' Tech University, a science education program for children aged 9-12 that has operated for seven years at BGSU.

• Environmental Microbiology
• Microbial Genetics
• Marine Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Francesca Malfatti is an Associate Professor of Microbiology at the Department of Life Sciences (DSV) of the University of Trieste. She serves as a member of the Department's Board and multiple Boards of Studies for degree programs including Science and Technology for Environment and Nature (SM40), Biological Sciences and Technologies (SM51), Functional Genomics (SM53), and Marine and Coastal Environmental Science (SM44/SM44A). Her research focuses on environmental microbiology and genetics, particularly at the atmosphere-ocean interface. She leads the Environmental Microbiology Laboratory (EMLab) and serves as Principal Investigator for the FEMTO project (Focused rEsistome-Mobilome genes in aTmosphere-Ocean continuum), funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (2023-2025). Her work also encompasses Antarctic marine microbiology through the IBIZA project and viral-host interactions via the VirHoX initiative. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on microbial gene transfer mechanisms, antibiotic resistance dynamics across environmental compartments, and the role of atmospheric processes in microbial dispersal. Her research bridges marine microbiology, atmospheric science, and genetic analysis to understand microbial community dynamics across interconnected environmental systems. Dr. Malfatti actively participates in multiple research initiatives including Ecosistema Innovazione iNEST, SAVEMAR, and several international collaborations focused on environmental microbiology and marine ecosystem health.