جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cell Adhesion
• Epithelial Cell Biology
• Desmosomes
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kathleen J. Green, PhD, is the Joseph L. Mayberry, Sr. Professor of Pathology and Toxicology and Professor of Dermatology at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine . She serves as Associate Director for Basic Sciences at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center and is affiliated with the Skin Biology and Diseases Resource-Based Center and Center for Genetic Medicine . Education: PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology (Washington University, 1982), Postdoctoral Training in Cell Biology (Northwestern, 1987) Green's research focuses on desmosomes —cell-cell adhesion structures—and their roles in epithelial tissue morphogenesis, cancer progression, and genetic skin diseases . Her work bridges basic science with translational applications , particularly for inflammatory skin diseases, melanoma, and heart disease . Recent publications highlight her lab's exploration of desmosome-mediated signaling pathways in skin stratification, melanoma growth, and inflammatory responses. Key themes include mechanotransduction, polarity regulation, and endosomal trafficking of adhesion proteins. Scientific Awards: Elected, German National Academy of Sciences (2016) Humboldt Research Award (2015) Tripartite Legacy Faculty Prize (2019) Feinberg Distinguished Woman in Medicine and Science (2011) Kligman Frost Leadership Award (2015) Green has mentored over 30 years, with former trainees now faculty at institutions like Emory, Yale, and Penn State. Her lab fosters collaborative, interdisciplinary research using human disease models, proteomics, and biophysical approaches to study epithelial mechanics.

C. Brooks Mobleyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Skeletal Muscle Physiology
• Molecular Mechanisms of Exercise Training
• Sports Supplements
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. C. Brooks Mobley is an Assistant Clinical Professor at the School of Kinesiology, Auburn University. He directs the TigerFit Health & Fitness Laboratory and serves as Associate Director of the Nutrabolt Applied and Molecular Physiology Lab. With a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Auburn University and postdoctoral training at the University of Kentucky, he specializes in skeletal muscle physiology and sports nutrition research. B.S. in Animal & Dairy Sciences (Auburn University) M.Ed. in Exercise Physiology (Auburn University) Ph.D. in Kinesiology (Auburn University) Postdoctoral Fellowship at University of Kentucky's College of Medicine His research explores molecular mechanisms of muscle plasticity, focusing on: Cellular adaptations to exercise training Ergogenic effects of sports supplements Muscle atrophy prevention strategies Mechanisms of skeletal muscle hypertrophy Angiogenesis in recovery scenarios Muscle-bone interaction dynamics Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Mitochondrial adaptations to resistance training Epigenetic regulation of muscle growth Microbiome-exercise interactions Proteomic responses to disuse atrophy Firefighting occupational physiology Supplement efficacy studies Laboratory Leadership: TigerFit Health & Fitness Laboratory Nutrabolt Applied and Molecular Physiology Lab

• Pulmonary Fibrosis
• Lung Aging
• Single-Cell Profiling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Taylor Adams is a Researcher at the Yale School of Medicine's Internal Medicine Department, affiliated with the Kaminski Lab. Their work focuses on pulmonary fibrosis mechanisms, lung aging, and single-cell profiling, with a particular emphasis on epigenetic and immunological pathways. Adams collaborates closely with senior investigators like Naftali Kaminski, contributing to studies on fibrogenesis, drug development, and cellular dynamics in lung diseases. Research interests include understanding how epigenetic changes, microRNA regulation, and immune-cell interactions drive fibrotic processes. Recent work explores novel biomarkers for disease progression and non-invasive diagnostic methods. Adams' publications highlight advancements in spatial transcriptomics, somatic mutation analysis in aging lungs, and the role of GPR87 and CD103+ dendritic cells in fibrosis. Key contributions include identifying aberrant basaloid cells in IPF and developing computational tools like SDePER for deconvolving spatial transcriptomic data. Their lab's interdisciplinary approach integrates genomics, bioinformatics, and experimental models to translate findings into therapeutic strategies.

Syed Hashshamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Microbial Ecology
• Bioremediation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Syed Hashsham is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Michigan State University (MSU), with an adjunct appointment in the Center for Microbial Ecology and Plant, Soil, and Microbial Sciences. His research focuses on microbial community dynamics, field-deployable genetic testing tools, and environmental biotechnology processes. He leads the NIEHS Superfund Research Center’s Project 4 on dioxin remediation and has pioneered innovations like the Gene-Z handheld genetic analyzer and antimicrobial resistance gene screening chips. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (University of Illinois, 1996), M.S. in Environmental Science (IIT Bombay, 1986), B.S. in Civil Engineering (Aligarh Muslim University, 1984). Research interests include microbial community stability, bioremediation of chlorinated solvents, and development of low-cost diagnostic tools. His work bridges environmental engineering and microbiology, with applications in water safety, soil remediation, and public health. Over 150 peer-reviewed publications and numerous grants from NIH, EPA, and other agencies highlight his impact. Notable awards include the MSU Distinguished Faculty Award (2011) and the Withrow Distinguished Scholar Award (2007). He teaches courses like Biological Processes in Environmental Engineering (ENE804) and advises on capstone projects. His lab has produced pioneering technologies for real-time microbial detection and environmental monitoring. Grants and collaborations span multi-million-dollar projects with the NIEHS, USDA, and U.S. Army. His team includes postdocs, PhD students, and visiting scholars working on topics like gut microbiome-host interactions and ARG dissemination via biofilms.

• Plant-Microbe Symbiosis
• Phosphate Transport
• Plant Defense
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maria Harrison is the William H. Crocker Distinguished Professor at Cornell University's School of Integrative Plant Science and Adjunct Professor in Plant Pathology. Her research investigates arbuscular mycorrhizal symbioses, focusing on phosphate transfer mechanisms and plant defense biochemistry. Using model legumes and poplar trees, her lab studies fungal colonization, symbiotic gene regulation, and metabolic pathways for bioactive compounds. She was elected to the Royal Society in 2024, recognizing her contributions to plant-microbe interactions. Her publications reveal insights into lipid provisioning, kinase signaling in symbiosis, and development of plant biosensors. Research integrates molecular genetics, cell biology, and genomics to address nutrient acquisition challenges in agriculture.

• Eukaryotic RNA processing
• Post-transcriptional gene regulation
• Spliceosome structure and mechanism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Melissa J. Moore, PhD, is Professor at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, where she holds the Eleanor Eustis Farrington Chair of Cancer Research and serves in the RNA Therapeutics Institute. She also holds appointments in the T. H. Chan School of Medicine (Department of Chemical Biology) and the Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (Departments of Biochemistry & Molecular Biotechnology, Interdisciplinary Graduate Program, and Translational Science). Additional affiliations include campus-wide programs in Bioinformatics & Integrative Biology and Chemical Biology. Education: BS in Chemistry/Biology, College of William and Mary PhD in Biological Chemistry, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Research Focus: Melissa Moore’s laboratory investigates post-transcriptional gene regulation in eukaryotes, with emphasis on three interconnected themes: (1) spliceosome structure and catalytic mechanism, (2) nuclear-to-cytoplasmic control of mRNA metabolism, and (3) quality control and clearance of defective ribosomal and messenger RNAs. The group combines biochemistry, single-molecule biophysics, RNA structural biology, and cell biology to dissect these processes at molecular and systems levels. Scientific Awards & Honors: Eleanor Eustis Farrington Chair of Cancer Research Funding & Collaborations: Work is supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health and involves ongoing collaborations with investigators at Brandeis University, MIT, University of Rochester, and other institutions. Rotation projects for graduate students are available in all active research areas. Laboratory & Team: The Moore laboratory is located in the RNA Therapeutics Institute at UMass Chan Medical School, 364 Plantation Street, Worcester, MA. The team employs state-of-the-art single-molecule imaging, mass spectrometry, and high-throughput sequencing to advance understanding of RNA biology and to translate insights into therapeutic RNA technologies.

• Liver Immunology
• Immune Tolerance
• Transplant Immunology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Patrick Bertolino at the University of Sydney's Central Clinical School leads the Liver Immunology Program at the Centenary Institute. With 20+ years of international recognition in liver immunology , he pioneered discoveries about CD8+ T cell activation and hepatocyte-mediated immune tolerance , including the paradigm-shifting finding that liver-activated T cells are deleted via hepatocyte lysosomes. His work bridges transplantation immunology , chronic hepatitis , and malaria vaccine development using transgenic mouse models . Trained by immunology luminaries: Chantal Rabourdin-Combe (ENS-Lyon), Jacques Miller (WEHI), Barbara Fazekas de St Groth (Centenary Institute) Continuous NHMRC funding since 2000: 2 Program Grants, 6 Project Grants 2010 NHMRC Senior Research Fellowship Research Themes explore how the liver uniquely regulates immunity: Induces transplant tolerance via T cell deletion Exploits immune subversion in hepatitis B/C and malaria Develops gene therapy and mRNA vaccines for liver-targeted immunity Investigates hepatitis C reinfection post-transplant Article Trends show sustained focus on T cell-liver interactions , with recent work on mRNA vaccines (2023), neuroinflammation in GVHD (2024), and long-lived TRM cells in malaria (2025). Publications span high-impact immunology , hepatology , and transplantation journals . Awards include: 2010 NHMRC Senior Research Fellowship 2009 Centenary Institute student paper award 1999 Kevin Lafferty Prize for Autoimmunity 1997 University of Sydney U2000 Fellowship Teaching includes 3rd-year Immunology lectures (since 1998). Led liver immunology group since 2011, mentoring students and postdocs. Collaborates with Centenary Institute and National Hepatitis C Elimination Program .

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.

• Vascular Biology
• Atherosclerosis
• Arterial Stiffness
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stella Daskalopoulou is a Senior Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) and a Professor in the Department of Medicine at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. She specializes in translational cardiovascular research with a focus on vascular health, atherosclerosis, and hypertension management. Senior Scientist, RI-MUHC Glen site Professor, Department of Medicine, McGill University Member, Cardiovascular Health Across the Lifespan Program Research Focus: Her work integrates biomedical technology with clinical investigation to identify early vascular impairment markers. Key areas include: Arterial stiffness and hemodynamic assessment Adiponectin signaling pathways in atherosclerosis Sex-specific cardiovascular risk stratification Biomarker discovery for plaque instability Pregnancy-related vascular complications Machine learning applications in plaque classification Scientific Engagement: Dr. Daskalopoulou contributes to hypertension guideline development (2024 ESC Guidelines) and explores environmental impacts on vascular health (household pollution studies). Her recent publications emphasize: Deep learning for plaque characterization Sex hormone receptor pathways in atherosclerosis Adipokine interactions with HDL metabolism Clinical decision tools for preeclampsia prediction Laboratory: Leads the Vascular Health Unit at RI-MUHC, combining histopathology, immunophenotyping, and advanced imaging for translational research.

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.

John Bjarne Hansenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Venous Thromboembolism
• Clinical Epidemiology
• Cardiovascular Medicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor John Bjarne Hansen is a prominent researcher in the field of venous thromboembolism (VTE) at the Department of Clinical Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. He serves as Research Group Leader of Thrombosis Research (TREC) and Head of Unit at the Thrombosis Research Center (TREC), Medical Clinic, University Hospital of Northern Norway. Education: Cand.med (MD), Universitetet i Tromsø (1989) Dr. med (PhD in Cardiovascular Medicine), Universitetet i Tromsø (1997) Hansen's research focuses on clinical epidemiology and risk factors for venous thromboembolism, diagnostic and predictive biomarkers for VTE, and the pathophysiology of thrombotic events. His work spans multiple projects including PREVENT, Mission-VTE, Genetics and VTE, Biomarkers of VTE risk, and Cancer-associated VTE. He has contributed significantly to understanding the complex interplay between genetic factors, lifestyle, and comorbidities in VTE development. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on biomarkers for VTE prediction, with numerous 2024-2025 articles examining genetic, molecular, and clinical risk factors. His research utilizes large population studies like the HUNT and Tromsø studies to identify novel predictors and understand gender differences in VTE risk. Hansen has made substantial contributions to thrombosis research through his leadership of the Thrombosis Research Center (TREC) and through active participation in international collaborations. His work bridges basic science and clinical application, with emphasis on translating research findings into improved risk prediction and prevention strategies for venous thromboembolism. Mentorship and Academic Leadership: Primary supervisor for 35 completed PhD theses Co-supervisor for 5 completed PhD theses Currently supervising 7 PhD students as primary supervisor and 6 as co-supervisor Mentored 13 postdoctoral researchers (10 former, 3 current) He has held various academic positions since 1991, progressing from doctoral student to full professor, with a visiting professorship at The Scripps Research Institute (2008-2009). From 2007-2008, he served as Pro-Dean for Research at the Faculty of Health Sciences.

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.

• Hypertension
• Vascular Inflammation
• Immune Mechanisms in Cardiovascular Disease
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ryszard Nosalski is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health, University of Glasgow. His research focuses on understanding immune mechanisms underlying hypertension, vascular inflammation, and cardiovascular disease progression. He collaborates extensively with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cardiovascular Research Centre. Key research interests include vascular inflammation pathways, T-cell-mediated fibrosis in hypertension, and therapeutic targeting of oxidative stress (e.g., NOX enzymes). His work bridges basic science and translational medicine, addressing clinical challenges such as chemotherapy-induced hypertension and periodontitis-hypertension associations. Recipient of a 2022-2023 grant from Tenovus Scotland for studying the IL-15/IL-15Ra axis in cardiac damage during hypertension. Published over 20 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals like Nature Reviews Cardiology , Hypertension , and Circulation Research . His recent work highlights novel therapeutic strategies for vascular inflammation and demonstrates how immune responses contribute to hypertension pathophysiology. Ongoing projects investigate neuroimmune interfaces in atherosclerosis and the role of microRNAs in fibrosis.

Sonia Navas-Martinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Innate Immunity
• Neuroimmunology
• Neuroinflammation
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Sonia Navas-Martin is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Drexel University College of Medicine. She holds a PhD from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (1997). Her research focuses on innate immunity mechanisms during viral infections and neurodegenerative diseases, with emphasis on CNS pathologies and cellular senescence. Education: PhD in Microbiology & Immunology, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (1997) Research Interests: Dr. Navas-Martin investigates how innate immune pathways contribute to immunopathology in viral infections (e.g., coronaviruses), neuroinflammation, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. Her work combines molecular biology, immunology, and animal models to identify therapeutic targets. Key areas include: Microglial responses to viral pathogens Role of non-coding RNAs (e.g., miRNAs) in immune regulation Cellular senescence in HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders Cross-talk between TLR signaling and viral replication Publications: Her recent work includes studies on SARS-CoV-2 antiviral strategies, microglial antiviral mechanisms, and HIV-HCV co-infection dynamics. The articles reflect a focus on innate immunity modulation, viral pathogenesis, and translational therapies. Awards: Curator, American Society for Microbiology’s COVID-19 Research Registry Grants & Mentorship: She oversees an NIH-funded neuroimmunology graduate position and mentors students in scientific excellence. Her lab is known for collaborative, open research environments fostering innovation. Labs & Teams: Active in the Institute for Molecular Medicine & Infectious Disease at Drexel, collaborating on coronavirus immunology and SARS-CoV-2 therapeutic development. Her research integrates virology, immunology, and neurobiology to address critical gaps in understanding viral CNS pathogenesis.