جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Aydan Bulut-Karslıoğluمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Embryonic diapause
• Stem cell state transitions
• Fate commitment
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aydan Bulut-Karslıoğlu is a Research Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics in Berlin, where she leads the Bulut-Karslıoğlu Lab focused on gene-environment interactions in stem cells and development. Her work has significantly advanced our understanding of embryonic diapause and stem cell state transitions. Dr. Bulut-Karslıoğlu's educational background includes: B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (major) and Biology (minor) from Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey (2006) M.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Genetics from Bilkent University, Ankara, Turkey (2008) Ph.D. from Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics, Freiburg, Germany (2013) Her research focuses on mechanisms regulating stem cell state transitions and fate commitment, particularly how cells communicate signals from their surroundings to the gene expression machinery. She has pioneered work on mammalian embryonic diapause - a reversible dormant state that gives embryos extra time to develop. Her lab uses a combination of functional perturbation methods in stem cells and early mouse embryos with omics, imaging, and biochemistry to reveal how genetic networks adjust to the status of the embryo. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on the epigenetic and metabolic regulation of embryonic diapause, with particular emphasis on mTOR signaling, lipid metabolism, and DNA methylation dynamics. Her work bridges developmental biology, stem cell research, and metabolism, demonstrating how environmental cues like oxygen levels and nutrient availability influence developmental timing and cell fate decisions. Her notable scientific achievements include: Sofja Kovalevskaja Award (2018) ERC Starting Grant (2023) ERC Proof of Concept Grant (2025) GSCN Young Investigator Award (2025) Dr. Bulut-Karslıoğlu actively mentors the next generation of scientists, currently supervising multiple PhD students including Persia Akbari-Omgba, Anastasios Balaskas, Heleen Mallie, and Gunwant Patil. Her lab has received substantial funding through prestigious grants, including the Sofja Kovalevskaja Award, ERC Starting Grant, and ERC Proof of Concept Grant, enabling her team to pursue innovative research at the intersection of developmental biology and metabolism. The Bulut-Karslıoğlu Lab maintains a vibrant research environment with both computational and experimental scientists working together to unravel the mysteries of embryonic diapause and stem cell regulation. The lab actively participates in the International Max Planck Research School for Biology And Computation (IMPRS-BAC), contributing to the training of doctoral candidates at the interface of molecular life sciences and computational sciences.

Wendy Robinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Genetics
• Epigenetics
• Fetal Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Wendy P. Robinson is a Professor in the Department of Medical Genetics at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine , and a Senior Scientist at the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute . She holds the CIHR Sex and Gender Science Chair . Research Interests: Genetics and epigenetics of early human development, placental function in pregnancy complications (fetal growth restriction, preterm birth), DNA methylation, non-coding RNA, sex differences, and polymorphisms. Her lab employs genomic and bioinformatic tools to study placental health and its impact on newborn outcomes. Recent Publications (2025-2024) focus on X-chromosome inactivation patterns in placenta, cell-type specific DNA methylation, maternal socioeconomic effects on placental epigenetics, and modeling placental development with organoids. Key themes include sex-specific epigenetic regulation , maternal-fetal interactions , and human placental methylome . Awards: UBC Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award (2018), with trainees receiving the James Miller Memorial Prize and Mary-Jane Carroll Trainee Award. Students & Collaborations: Supervised PhD/MSc students include Li Qing Wang, Icíar Fernández Boyano, Giulia Del Gobbo, Victor Yuan, and Magda Price. Collaborators span the Alex Beristain Lab and University of Toronto institutions. Laboratory Activities: Regular team-building events like mountain hikes, climbing outings, and kayaking trips, alongside providing open access to epigenetic tools (e.g., Bisearch, SeqDoc) for the research community.

Miriam Matamalesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Systems Neuroscience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Miriam Matamales is a UNSW Scientia Fellow (Level C) in the School of Psychology at the University of New South Wales. She leads the Neuromodulatory Systems and Behaviour group within the Decision Neuroscience Laboratory, focusing on understanding how neuromodulatory systems support plasticity in subcortical brain networks for generating and modifying voluntary behaviors. Education: Ph.D. Neuroscience, Pierre and Marie Curie University, Paris, France (2009) Master in Biomedical Research, Pompeu Fabra University, Barcelona, Spain (2007) Bachelor of Human Biology, Pompeu Fabra University, Barcelona, Spain (2006) Dr. Matamales' research combines innovative high-throughput fluorescence microscopy and computational image analysis to understand how the functional architecture of the striatum encodes goal-directed learning and how its dysfunction impairs normal behavior. Her work primarily focuses on neuromodulatory systems (dopamine, acetylcholine, neuropeptides) supporting plasticity in subcortical brain networks, particularly the striatum and basal ganglia pathways. She uses mice as experimental models with approaches including instrumental conditioning, AAV-based circuit- and cell-specific tracing and manipulation in behaving animals, in vivo photometry and computational analysis of behavioral and neuronal data. Analysis of Dr. Matamales' recent publications shows a strong focus on striatal function, goal-directed learning mechanisms, and age-related changes in neural circuits. Her work spans from molecular neuroscience examining DARPP-32 signaling to systems-level investigations of basal ganglia circuits and their role in behavior. Scientific Awards: UNSW Dean of Science Early Career Excellence Award (2020) UNSW's Vice-Chancellor's Childcare Support Fund for Women Researchers (2019) Paxinos-Watson Award from the Australasian Neuroscience Society (2017) Dr. Matamales has successfully secured multiple competitive grants including NHMRC Ideas Grants as both Lead CI and CIB, an ARC Discovery Project as Lead Investigator, and a Tourette Association of America Young Investigator Award as sole CI. She currently supervises PhD student Jonathon Jacobs on research related to the molecular footprint of instrumental learning in the striatum. In addition to her research, she teaches in the UNSW NEUR2201 Neuroscience Fundamentals course and serves as invited faculty at the Australasian Course in Advanced Neuroscience. Her laboratory, the Neuromodulatory Systems and Behaviour group (www.neuromodulab.org), investigates how learning is encoded in brain circuits and how new behaviors imprint in neuronal circuits during generation, maturation, and adaptation to environmental rule changes.

Mauricio Antunesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Synthetic Biology
• Plant Synthetic Biology
• Genetic Circuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mauricio Antunes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences and a member of the BioDiscovery Institute at the University of North Texas (UNT), where he joined in 2018 after serving as a Research Assistant Professor at Colorado State University. His work pioneers plant synthetic biology to engineer plants with novel traits for environmental sensing and improved bioproduction. Education: B.S. in Agronomy from Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Brazil M.S. in Crop Sciences from Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Brazil Ph.D. in Plant Molecular Biology from Purdue University under Nick Carpita and Tom Hodges Dr. Antunes' research focuses on developing synthetic biology tools for plant engineering. Key areas include: Synthetic transcriptional/post-transcriptional control systems modulated by specific inputs Small RNAs as mobile signaling molecules in plants Complex genetic circuits for enhanced plant production Re-wiring metabolic pathways like phenylpropanoid biosynthesis His publication analysis (2016-2024) shows consistent innovation in plant synthetic biology, with recent emphasis on Boolean logic gates for environmental sensing, RNA signaling mechanisms, and metabolic pathway engineering. Key trends include the development of tunable promoters, microRNA mobility studies, and biosensors for plant metabolites. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards listed for Dr. Antunes Dr. Antunes actively mentors graduate students and secures research funding: Current Students: Jordan LaChance (PhD), Md Shoyeb (PhD), Jesseca Hemminger (PhD) Former Students: Stephanie Amack (MS), Charles Anderson (MS), Armin Tutnjic (MA) Current Grant: The Welch Foundation ($240,000, 2021-2024) for 'Establishing biochemical determinants of microRNA long-distance mobility in plants' The Antunes Lab, part of UNT's BioDiscovery Institute, comprises postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates collaborating on plant synthetic biology projects. The team maintains strong interdisciplinary connections within UNT and with external partners like Colorado State University, focusing on translating synthetic biology tools into agricultural and biotechnological applications.

Demian Cazallaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Non-coding RNA biology
• Gene expression regulation
• Viral oncogenesis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Demian Cazalla is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Utah, focusing on the functional roles of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) in gene expression regulation. He is affiliated with the Molecular Biology Program and Biological Chemistry Program, contributing to interdisciplinary research in RNA biology. Education: M.Sc., University of Buenos Aires, Argentina Ph.D., Open University/MRC Human Genetics Unit, Edinburgh, Scotland Dr. Cazalla's research investigates how ncRNAs, particularly those expressed by oncogenic herpesviruses like Herpesvirus saimiri (HVS), regulate gene expression. His lab explores the structural and molecular mechanisms of viral ncRNAs (HSURs), their interactions with host miRNAs, and their role in viral oncogenesis through miRNA degradation and mRNA targeting. Current projects involve biochemical analysis of RNA-protein complexes and high-throughput sequencing to identify RNA targets. His recent publications highlight viral miRNA biogenesis pathways, ncRNA structural dynamics, and RNA-based regulatory networks. The work spans molecular virology, RNA biochemistry, and gene expression control in complex organisms.

Marco A.R. Ferreiraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bayesian Statistics
• Multi-Scale Modeling
• Spatial-Temporal Models
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marco A.R. Ferreira is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), affiliated with the College of Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics from Duke University (2002), with a dissertation on Bayesian multi-scale modeling under M. West. He also earned an M.Sc. (1994) and B.Sc. (1993) in Statistics from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. Research Interests: Ferreira specializes in Bayesian statistics, multi-scale modeling, spatial-temporal models, computational methods (e.g., MCMC), and applications in environmental science, genomics, and epidemiology. His work emphasizes hierarchical models, inverse problems, and high-dimensional data analysis. Publications Trends: His research spans advanced statistical methodologies for environmental monitoring, civil unrest modeling, and genomic data analysis. Key themes include Bayesian hierarchical models, spatiotemporal fusion, and computational algorithms for optimal experimental design. Awards & Honors: OBAYES Poster Prize (2009) CNPq Fellowship (2003–2006) WNAR/COBAL 2 Award (2005) Springer Poster Prize (2003) Finalist, Savage Award (2003) Best Contributed Paper (JSM 2000) Professional Activities: He serves as an Associate Editor for Bayesian Analysis and is a member of the American Statistical Association and the International Society for Bayesian Analysis.

Xiaowen Baiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Stem Cell Biology
• Neurodegeneration
• Cardiotoxicity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Xiaowen Bai, MD, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy at the Medical College of Wisconsin. His research focuses on leveraging stem cells to model neurodegenerative diseases and cardiac disorders, with a particular emphasis on non-coding RNAs, mitochondria, and environmental stressors like anesthetics and alcohol. He holds a leadership role as Executive Director of Hematology at the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies (WFCMS). Education: MD, Shanxi Medical University (1993) PhD, Beijing University Stem Cell Center (2004) Postdoctoral Training, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (2007) Research Interests: Neurodegeneration mechanisms involving microRNAs, lncRNAs, and mitochondrial dysfunction Stem cell-based therapies for myocardial regeneration Diabetic cardiomyopathy pathogenesis and cardioprotection 3D organoid models for studying anesthetic and alcohol neurotoxicity Recent Work: Recent publications emphasize translational studies using human-induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived models to investigate alcohol-induced brain injury, anesthetic neurotoxicity, and cardiac fibrosis. His lab also explores immunomodulatory pathways and redox signaling in inflammatory diseases. Labs/Teams: The Bai Lab develops novel in vitro models for disease modeling and drug testing, focusing on cerebral organoids and cardiac organoids to bridge basic research and clinical applications.

• Cancer Biomarkers
• Translational Cancer Research
• Digital Pathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lill-Tove Rasmussen Busund is a Professor and Consultant Pathologist at the Department of Medical Biology, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. Her research focuses on translational cancer studies with emphasis on cancer biomarkers in tissue and blood, combining molecular biology with artificial intelligence applications in pathology. She leads the Translational Cancer Research Group (TCRG) and contributes to projects like the TNM-Immune Cell Score Trial and AI–Pathology initiatives. Role: Professor/Consultant Pathologist University: UiT The Arctic University of Norway Department: Department of Medical Biology Email: lill.tove.rasmussen.busund@uit.no Rasmussen Busund's work spans epidemiological cancer research , multi-omic data integration , and machine learning applications for cancer diagnostics. She develops prognostic and predictive biomarkers using population-based cohorts like the NOWAC study, with particular attention to hormone-dependent cancers and immune microenvironment analysis . Recent publications highlight her expertise in digital pathology and AI-driven tumor classification , including studies on microRNA expression patterns in breast and colon cancer, immune cell score development for NSCLC, and computational approaches to lymphocytic infiltration assessment. Her research directly impacts precision oncology and immunotherapy response prediction . She contributes to teaching as leader of the Musculoskeletal System course at the Medical School, and maintains active participation in scientific knowledge migration projects like the transition to the National Science Archive (NVA). Her ORCID identifier is 0000-0001-8235-6163 .

Mingyang Luمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Systems Biology
• Gene Regulatory Networks
• Single Cell Genomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mingyang Lu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Northeastern University. Previously, he led an independent research lab at The Jackson Laboratory since 2016. He holds a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Baylor College of Medicine (2010) and a BS in Physics from Fudan University (2003). His research focuses on computational systems biology, integrating mathematical modeling and bioinformatics to study gene regulatory networks, single-cell genomics, and epithelial-mesenchymal transitions. Key projects include developing tools like Gene Circuit Explorer (GeneEx) and investigating microRNA roles in stochastic networks. He has received the Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award (MIRA) from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences. Education : PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (Baylor College of Medicine, 2010); BS in Physics (Fudan University, 2003) Research Labs : Lu Lab (Northeastern), Center for Theoretical Biological Physics Dr. Lu has advised students including Kaitlyn Ramesh (Goldwater Scholar), Maya De Los Santos, and others. His work bridges computational methods with biological systems, emphasizing stochasticity and heterogeneity in gene expression. Recent grants include NSF support for genome-editing studies on microRNA roles and collaborative projects with the University of Maine.

Javier Caceresمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gene expression
• RNA biology
• Nonsense-mediated decay
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Javier Caceres is a Professor of RNA and Gene Expression holding a Personal Chair at the MRC Human Genetics Unit within the Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM) at the University of Edinburgh. He has served as Head of the Genome Regulation Section since 2015, leading research on RNA-mediated genetic mechanisms. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology (1989) and an MSc. in Biology (1985), both obtained from the University of Buenos Aires. These degrees established his foundation in molecular genetics before his postdoctoral work at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Caceres' research centers on RNA biology with emphasis on post-transcriptional gene regulation. His work investigates alternative splicing mechanisms, nonsense-mediated decay pathways, microRNA functions, and RNA-protein interactions. These studies provide critical insights into genetic disorders and potential therapeutic targets, particularly in splicing-related diseases. His experimental approaches combine biochemical, genomic, and cellular techniques to dissect RNA regulatory networks. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent focus on RNA processing mechanisms across three decades. His work demonstrates evolving technical sophistication from foundational splicing studies to contemporary systems-level analyses of RNA regulation, with sustained contributions to understanding how RNA dysregulation causes human disease. Key themes include RNA-binding proteins, mRNP dynamics, and quality control pathways. His major scientific recognitions include: Election as Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (FRSE) in 2011 Award of the Wellcome Trust Senior Investigator Award in 2011 Membership in the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) since 2008 Dr. Caceres actively shapes scientific discourse through editorial leadership as Associate Editor of RNA (since 2011) and service on editorial boards of EMBO Journal and Nucleic Acids Research. He has evaluated research proposals for major funding bodies including the European Research Council (ERC Starting Grants panel), German Research Foundation (DFG), and Swiss National Foundation, focusing on molecular biology and RNA research initiatives. He directs the Genome Regulation Section at the MRC Human Genetics Unit, where his team employs cutting-edge methodologies to investigate RNA-mediated gene regulation mechanisms and their roles in human disease pathogenesis.

Peixin Yangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Diabetic embryopathy
• Neural tube defects
• Congenital heart defects
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peixin Yang is the Christopher R. Harman, MD Endowed Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He serves as Professor with tenure in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences and holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. Dr. Yang is the founding director of the Center for Birth Defect Research at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and leads multiple NIH-funded research projects totaling millions of dollars. Dr. Yang's educational background includes: B.S. in Animal Science from Zhejiang Agricultural University (1986-1990) M.S. in Animal Reproductive Sciences from Nanjing Agricultural University (1990-1993) Ph.D. in Biophysics from Tokyo University of Agriculture & Technology and Zhejiang University (1994-1999) Postdoctoral Research Associate at University of Nebraska Medical Center (1999-2002) BIRCWH scholar (NIH K12) at University of Maryland Baltimore (2008-2009) Dr. Yang has built an extensive research program focused on diabetic embryopathy, particularly examining how maternal diabetes induces neural tube defects (NTDs), congenital heart defects (CHDs), and kidney defects. His laboratory was the first to establish a mouse model of diabetic embryopathy and reveal the causal role of JNK1/2 in neural tube defects. He has made significant contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms of cellular stress, endoplasmic reticulum stress, and autophagy in neural tube defect formation. Dr. Yang also investigates the effects of maternal obesity on placental function and has established the Maryland Maternal Health Research Center of Excellence. His recent work has expanded to include studies on SARS-CoV-2 infection in pregnancy and connections between insulin resistance signaling and Alzheimer's disease. Analysis of Dr. Yang's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the molecular mechanisms of diabetic embryopathy, with particular emphasis on epigenetic regulation, cellular stress signaling pathways, and placental function. His work consistently bridges basic science with clinical applications, developing potential therapeutic approaches for preventing birth defects. A significant portion of his recent research examines the intersection of maternal metabolic conditions (diabetes and obesity) with fetal development, while also expanding into novel areas like viral infections in pregnancy and connections to neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Yang's notable scientific achievements include: The F. Clarke Fraser New Investigator Award from the Teratology Society (2013) BIRCWH scholar (NIH K12) (2008-2009) The Lalor foundation postdoctoral Fellowship (2002-2003) Dr. Yang currently directs a multi-million dollar NIH-funded research group with multiple active R01 grants. His current projects investigate the intersection of mTOR/p70S6K1 signaling and HIPPO-Yap tissue organizer in neurulation, heightened hypoxia and DNA methylation in heart defects of diabetic embryopathy, hyperglycemia-induced cardiac progenitor dysfunction, and epitranscriptomic alterations in diabetic embryopathy. He has developed a robust research program in maternal diabetes-induced heart defects, which was previously an understudied area. Dr. Yang is also leading efforts to establish the Maryland Maternal Health Research Center of Excellence, focusing on the adverse effects of obesity, placental accreta spectrum, and opioid use disorder. As the founding director of the Center for Birth Defect Research at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Dr. Yang leads a multidisciplinary team of translational and clinical scientists. His laboratory has made original contributions to understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying maternal diabetes-induced structural birth defects. The team employs genetically modified mouse models, whole-embryo culture systems, and human placental studies to investigate the effects of metabolic conditions on fetal development. Dr. Yang's group has been instrumental in developing natural compounds as potential preventatives for diabetic embryopathy, including trehalose, epigallocatechin-3-gallate, and curcumin.

• Molecular Virology
• RNA Biology
• Plant Biotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sven-Erik Behrens serves as a Professor in the Department of Microbial Biotechnology at the Faculty of Natural Sciences I of Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. He is affiliated with the Protein Research Center 'Charles Tanford' and maintains an active research program focused on RNA biology, molecular virology, and biotechnological applications. His primary research interests encompass RNA-based plant protection strategies, viral replication mechanisms (particularly for flaviviruses and plant viruses), and innovative vaccine development using Kluyveromyces lactis yeast expression systems. Behrens' work investigates fundamental RNA-protein interactions, RNA chaperone activities, and the molecular basis of antiviral defense mechanisms in plants. His laboratory explores how RNA accessibility influences viral replication and how this knowledge can be harnessed for developing novel RNA-based antiviral strategies. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a clear research trajectory focused on identifying accessible RNA sites for targeted antiviral applications, optimizing yeast-based vaccine platforms for both plant and animal pathogens, and investigating the role of non-coding RNAs in plant development and stress responses. His work spans multiple disciplines including plant virology, medical virology, and microbial biotechnology, demonstrating translational research from basic molecular mechanisms to practical applications. Prof. Behrens leads research in the Department of Microbial Biotechnology, collaborating with various groups working on plant-pathogen interactions and vaccine development. His laboratory employs advanced techniques including RNA structure probing, fluorescence-based assays for RNA chaperone activity, and plant in vitro systems for studying viral replication. The research demonstrates significant potential for developing novel approaches to combat viral diseases in both agricultural and medical contexts.

• Biosensors
• Bio-nanotechnology
• Bioregenerative Life Support
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. D. Marshall Porterfield is a Professor of Agricultural & Biological Engineering at Purdue University, specializing in biosensors, bio-nanotechnology, and space biology. His research focuses on developing technologies for bioregenerative life support systems and nutrient delivery in microgravity environments. He served as NASA's Division Director for Space Life and Physical Sciences (2012-2016), pioneering initiatives like geneLAB and materialsLAB to advance space research utilization. His work bridges engineering and biology, with applications in space exploration and terrestrial challenges. Porterfield holds leadership roles in organizations like the American Society for Gravitational and Space Research and the Institute for Biological Engineering. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed papers and holds patents in biosensor technology. Awards include the Halstead Investigator Award and election to the AIMBE College of Fellows. His research portfolio includes lab-on-a-chip devices, biomimetic sensors, and gravitational physiology studies, with recent emphasis on lunar agriculture and space radiation mitigation. His articles highlight advancements in space microbiology, extraterrestrial crop systems, and molecular responses to spaceflight. Key themes include optimizing oxygen delivery for hydroponics, detecting cancer biomarkers via microtest tech, and understanding aging in space environments. Porterfield collaborates across disciplines, leveraging Purdue's facilities like the Birck Nanotechnology Center and Discovery Park for interdisciplinary innovation.

Tian Hongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Systems Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Cancer Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tian Hong is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biological Sciences, The University of Texas at Dallas , with a joint appointment as Research Associate Professor at the Department of Biochemistry & Cellular and Molecular Biology, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville . His research focuses on systems biology, bioinformatics, cancer biology, and mathematical biology , particularly the plasticity and heterogeneity of epithelial and immune cells during development and cancer progression . He develops computational and mathematical models for gene regulatory networks, pattern formation, and dynamical systems. Education : PhD in Genetics, Bioinformatics and Computational Biology from Virginia Tech; MS in Bioinformatics from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore; BS in Biological Sciences from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Previous Appointments : Associate Professor (2023–2024) and Assistant Professor (2017–2023) at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. His recent publications explore noncoding RNA-driven oscillations , Turing pattern formation without feedback , and epithelial-mesenchymal transitions using single-cell transcriptomics and mathematical modeling . He has received the Professional Promise in Research and Creative Achievement Award (2024) and the Transdisciplinary Team Science Fellow (2009). His work is funded by NIH grants including R35GM149531 (PI) and R01GM140462 (completed PI). Dr. Hong advises PhD and Master’s students and collaborates with researchers at the Center for Systems Biology, UT Dallas . His lab ( link ) actively seeks undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers interested in interdisciplinary computational biology .

Xiaonan ZHANGمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Virology
• Molecular Biology
• Translational Medicine
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Xiaonan ZHANG is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of Canberra, leading the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Group within the Centre for Research into Therapeutic Solutions. He holds a PhD from Fudan University (2012) and previously worked at the Shanghai Public Health Clinical Centre until 2021. His research focuses on HBV molecular pathogenesis, therapeutic vaccine development, and next-generation sequencing applications in viral infections. His work has advanced understanding of HBV’s clinical outcomes, including the discovery of Capsid-Antibody-Complexes (CACs) and their role in pathogenesis. Collaborations span institutions like the Peter Doherty Institute, University of Queensland, and international partners such as Fudan University and University of Duisburg-Essen. Key projects include: Development of therapeutic mRNA vaccines for chronic HBV Clinical evaluation of CAC assays in HBV/HIV co-infections Metagenomic sequencing for pathogen identification Research interests emphasize translational medicine, with contributions to H7N9 influenza and SARS-CoV-2 studies during the pandemic. His team pioneered real-world analyses of viral and host factors in COVID-19 outcomes. Current focus includes liver-resident immune cell dynamics and novel diagnostic assays for HBV nucleic acids. Publications highlight innovations in HBV cccDNA tracking, immune complex mechanisms, and exosome-mediated signaling. No scientific awards were explicitly listed in the provided texts. Xiaonan actively collaborates on grants and supervises PhD students, advancing interdisciplinary approaches to viral diseases.