جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Qiyun Zhuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Microbiology
• Microbiome Data Analysis
• Phylogenetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Qiyun Zhu is an Assistant Professor in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU), affiliated with the Biodesign Center for Fundamental & Applied Microbiomics and the College of Health Solutions. He leads the Qiyun Lab, focusing on computational microbiomics, developing tools like Woltka and BinaRena for microbiome data analysis. His research spans phylogenomics, metagenomics, and microbiome interactions with hosts and environments. Education: Ph.D. Biological Sciences, University at Buffalo (2014) M.S. Biological Sciences, University at Buffalo (2009) B.S. Biological Sciences, Fudan University (2007) Research Interests: His work emphasizes computational tool development for microbiome analytics, host/environment microbiome studies, and microbial evolution. Key projects include reference phylogeny construction (WoL2) and phylogeny-guided metagenomic analysis. Collaborations with interdisciplinary teams drive innovations in microbiome science. Awards: No specific awards listed, but contributions to high-impact tools and studies are noted. Advising & Grants: Advises students in courses like Microbiome Data Science and Computational Molecular Biology. Active in grant-funded research projects, including those involving microbiome-trait associations and cancer microbiome analysis. Labs & Teams: Leads the Qiyun Lab, part of ASU's Center for Evolution & Medicine and Center for Mechanisms of Evolution. Collaborates with the Jensen Lab and the ASUpopgen.org group on evolutionary genomics.

Grace Freundlichمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant-insect-microbe interactions
• Pollination ecology
• Chemical ecology

Dr. Grace Freundlich is an Assistant Professor at Furman University, specializing in plant defense strategies and ecological interactions. Her research focuses on plant-insect-microbe interactions, pollination ecology, and chemical ecology, with a particular interest in how plant chemistry influences species interactions. She has been honored with an NSF postdoctoral scholar award and a GRFP Honorable Mention. Dr. Freundlich holds a Ph.D. from the University of Louisville and a B.S. from Dickinson College. Her postdoctoral work at Utah State University explored herbivore-induced shifts in floral chemistry and their effects on pollinators and microbes. She also led an NSF-funded study on floral microbiota and trait evolution in Brassica rapa. Her research integrates chemical, molecular, and field techniques to study plants' roles in mediating mutualistic and antagonistic interactions across ecosystems. Recent work includes investigating organic orchard management, rhizobia-arthropod communication, and the ecological costs of plant defense mechanisms. In advising, she collaborates with students on projects such as plant chemistry studies and pest management strategies. Her lab (Freundlich Lab) emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, with implications for both agriculture and conservation biology.

Mark Hovendenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Ecology
• Ecosystem Function
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mark Hovenden is a Professor in Biological Sciences at the School of Natural Sciences, University of Tasmania. His research focuses on understanding plant communities, ecosystem functioning, and the impacts of climate change. He leads the Plant Ecology Research Group, conducting field experiments like TasFACE2, which investigates CO₂ enrichment and water availability effects on grassland ecosystems. Hovenden’s career spans over two decades, with a PhD from the University of Tasmania (1996) and a BSc(Hons) from the University of Sydney (1990). His work integrates field manipulations with laboratory studies to assess ecosystem responses to global changes. Education: BSc (Hons) in Botany, University of Sydney (1990) PhD in Ecophysiology of Antarctic Lichens, University of Tasmania (1997) Research Interests: Plant-ecosystem interactions under climate change CO₂ and water availability effects on plant productivity Terrestrial ecosystem function and global change biology Long-term field experiments (e.g., TasFACE2) Key Experiments: TasFACE2: Examines seasonal water control and CO₂ levels in ryegrass pastures to predict climate impacts. Australian Mountain Research Facility: Studies alpine ecosystem responses to warming. Grants & Collaboration: ARC Postdoctoral Fellow (early career) Leadership in interdisciplinary projects linking plant and soil ecology. Labs & Teams: Head of the Plant Ecology Research Group, collaborating with Biological Sciences and Natural Science disciplines at UTAS.

Mark Bayfieldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• RNA Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Cell Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mark Bayfield is a Full Professor in the Department of Biology at York University, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. He leads the Bayfield Lab, which focuses on RNA biology, particularly RNA processing, folding, modifications, and RNA-binding proteins. His research centers on the La antigen and related proteins, exploring their roles in RNA metabolism conservation across species and implications for human health. The lab uses yeast and human cell models, employing techniques in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, microbial genetics, and fluorescence microscopy. His academic roles include supervising the Biology Graduate Program and advising numerous graduate and undergraduate students. The lab is located in the Life Sciences Building (Room 327E), with contact details available via email and phone. Research highlights include studies on tRNA maturation, La protein trafficking, and the KEOPS complex's role in tRNA modification. Recent work investigates La-related proteins' contributions to gene regulation and disease mechanisms, with publications in high-impact journals like Nature Communications and Nucleic Acids Research.

Martin Seamusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunology
• Cell Death
• Inflammation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Seamus Martin is the Smurfit Professor of Genetics at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, leading the Smurfit Institute of Genetics. His research focuses on programmed cell death, inflammation, and cancer links. He holds a PhD from the National University of Ireland and completed postdoctoral training at University College London and the La Jolla Institute for Immunology. He has been recognized with prestigious awards including the ERC Advanced Grant (2021), Boyle Medal (2014), and election to EMBO (2009) and the Royal Irish Academy (2006). He co-authored 'Essential Immunology' textbooks and serves as Editor-in-Chief of The FEBS Journal. His lab has produced >40,000 citations (Clarivate) and graduated over 20 PhD students. Education: PhD, National University of Ireland, 1990 Postdoctoral Fellowships at UCL (1990–1993) and La Jolla Institute (1993–1996) Research Interests: Apoptosis mechanisms and inflammation IL-1 family cytokine activation ER stress and cell death pathways Awards: ERC Advanced Grant (2021) RDS-Irish Times Boyle Medal (2014) EMBO Membership (2009) Lab Contributions: Key discoveries include annexin V labeling for apoptosis detection Unraveled caspase activation cascades Discovered IL-36/IL-37 cytokine activation mechanisms

Beatriz Jorrínمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Rhizobia Genomics
• Legume Host Specificity
• Microbiome Assembly
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Beatriz Jorrín is a Post-doctoral Research Assistant in the Rhizosphere Group at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Department of Biology since July 2016. Her work focuses on rhizobia genomics, legume host specificity, and microbiome assembly in plant roots. Her research involves constructing synthetic microbial communities (SynCom) to simplify microbiome complexity, enabling the study of genetic determinants in microbe-microbe and microbe-plant interactions. Techniques include Differential Fluorescent Markers (DFM), Barcoded-Transposon mutagenesis (BarSeq), and RNA-Seq.

Laura A. Katzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Biology
• Organismic & Evolutionary Biology
• Phylogenomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Laura A. Katz is a Professor of Biological Sciences at Smith College, with affiliations at Burton Hall and French Hall. Her research focuses on eukaryotic evolution, microbial diversity, and genome evolution in protists. She leads the Katz Lab, which investigates phylogenetic reconstruction, community sampling, and genomic analysis of understudied eukaryotic microbes. Education: Ph.D. from Cornell University. Research Interests: The lab explores four main areas: assembling the eukaryotic tree of life through microbial lineages; Foraminifera biodiversity and genome evolution; testate amoebae biogeography in bogs/fens; and genome evolution in ciliates. Recent work includes analyzing fragmented MAC genomes in ciliates and studying dispersal mechanisms of microorganisms in changing environments. Labs/Teams: The Katz Lab collaborates with institutions like the University of Connecticut (George McManus) and employs high-throughput sequencing to address ecological and evolutionary questions.

Angela Hodgeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Soil Biology
• Nutrient Cycling
• Plant-Microbe Interactions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Angela Hodge is a Reader (equivalent to Associate Professor) in the Department of Biology at the University of York, UK. Her research focuses on nutrient cycling in soils, particularly the role of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) in organic matter decomposition, nitrogen acquisition, and plant-microbe interactions. She investigates how these processes impact ecosystem services, sustainable agriculture, and climate regulation through carbon sequestration. Her lab employs multidisciplinary approaches combining physiological ecology, microscopy, and isotopic techniques to study root-soil-microbe interactions. Key research areas include: Organic nutrient patch exploitation by roots and AMF Temperature effects on mycorrhizal networks AMF-mediated reduction of nitrous oxide emissions Microbial community dynamics during decomposition Plant defense metabolome modification via symbiosis Dr. Hodge's publication trends reveal consistent focus on mycorrhizal symbiosis (appearing in 11/15 recent articles) and nutrient cycling mechanisms (9/15). Her work increasingly examines climate connections through greenhouse gas mitigation (2018) and temperature responses (2014, 2009), while maintaining strong emphasis on agricultural applications (2016, 2019). She leads multiple research projects funded by organizations including BBSRC and NERC, focusing on mycorrhizal functions in sustainable land management. Her laboratory team investigates these complex soil interactions using advanced techniques including NanoSIMS imaging and isotopic tracing.

Oumeng Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Biophotonics
• Computational Microscopy
• Optical Imaging
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Oumeng Zhang serves as a Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate in Electrical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology, working under Professor Changhuei Yang in the renowned Biophotonics Laboratory. As a Resnick Postdoctoral Scholar, Zhang contributes to cutting-edge research at the intersection of optics, computation, and biomedical applications. Zhang's research interests span multiple advanced imaging domains including biophotonics, computational microscopy, optical imaging, wavefront engineering, Fourier ptychography, non-line-of-sight imaging, and AI applications in medical imaging. The work focuses on developing novel tools that combine optics and microfluidics to tackle diagnostic and measurement problems in biology and medicine, with particular emphasis on pushing the performance of standard microscopes beyond their physical limitations through computational approaches. Analysis of Zhang's recent publications reveals a strong trend toward increasingly sophisticated computational imaging techniques that integrate artificial intelligence with advanced optical methods. The research demonstrates a progression from fundamental optical principles to complex multi-dimensional imaging systems capable of capturing molecular orientation, volumetric structures, and dynamic biological processes with unprecedented resolution. Key thematic areas include polarization imaging, quantitative phase retrieval, neural network-enhanced reconstruction, and multi-view optical systems that achieve isotropic resolution. Resnick Postdoctoral Scholar fellowship Zhang's research is supported through the Resnick Sustainability Institute fellowship and contributes to the broader research portfolio of the Biophotonics Laboratory, which receives funding from multiple federal agencies and private foundations supporting innovative biomedical imaging technologies. The laboratory environment fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between electrical engineers, biologists, and computer scientists working toward transformative diagnostic tools. The research takes place within Caltech's Biophotonics Laboratory, which specializes in developing novel optical tools that combine optics and microfluidics to tackle diagnostic challenges in biology and medicine. Major projects include Fourier Ptychographic microscopy, time-reversal optical focusing, and parallel microscopy systems that transform physical optical problems into computational challenges.

Kat Milligan-McClellanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Host-Microbe Interactions
• Gut Microbiota and Immune Responses
• Ecotoxicology and Bioremediation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kat Milligan-McClellan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology / Microbiology at the University of Connecticut. Her research focuses on host-microbe interactions, particularly using threespine stickleback as a model organism to study how host genetic background influences gut microbiota composition and immune responses. She investigates microbiota differences between populations, microbial effects on fish development, and bioremediation potential against ecotoxicants. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow (Host Microbe Interactions, University of Oregon), Ph.D. Microbiology (University of Wisconsin), and B.S. Medical Microbiology and Immunology (University of Wisconsin). Her lab emphasizes inclusive science and interdisciplinary approaches, with projects addressing inflammatory bowel disease mechanisms, bioremediation of plastics, and microbiome assembly. Recent student achievements include awards for Sarah Pasqualetti (PhD), Jolie Atwood (Undergraduate), and Caroline Vieira Da Silva (PhD), as well as successful proposal defenses for their doctoral projects. Contact: kat.milligan-mcclellan@uconn.edu | 91 N. Eagleville Rd, Storrs, CT 06269.

Emilie Dressaireمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Complex Fluids
• Bio-inspired Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emilie Dressaire is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). Her research focuses on fluid mechanics at small scales and complex fluids, with an emphasis on bio-inspired engineering solutions for fluid flow control and monitoring. She holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Harvard University, an MS in Biophysics from the University of Paris, and a BS in Physics and Chemical Engineering from ESPCI. Her work spans interdisciplinary applications, including fluid-driven fractures, microfluidics, filtration systems, and biological fluid dynamics. Notable contributions include studies on clogging mechanisms in microfluidic arrays, pulsatile flow dynamics, and the design of bio-inspired filtration systems. She has received the Regents' Junior Faculty Fellowship from UCSB's Academic Personnel Office. Her research integrates experimental and computational approaches to understand phenomena such as capillary interactions, viscoelastic fluid behavior, and flow instabilities. Recent projects explore fluid dynamics in porous media, fungal networks, and the mechanics of droplet impacts on flexible fibers. Education: PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Harvard University MS, Biophysics, University of Paris BS, Physics and Chemical Engineering, ESPCI Awards: Regents' Junior Faculty Fellowship, UCSB Academic Personnel Office Advising & Grants: While no specific students or grants are listed, her research aligns with NSF-funded themes in fluid mechanics and bio-inspired engineering. Labs/Teams: Active in UCSB's Mechanical Engineering research groups focused on microfluidics and soft matter physics.

Chris van der Gastمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiome Ecology
• Cystic Fibrosis
• Lung and Gut Microbiota
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chris van der Gast is a Professor of Microbiome Ecology at Northumbria University, with visiting professorships at Dartmouth College (Cystic Fibrosis) and the University of Warwick (Microbial Ecology). He holds an honorary role as Consultant Microbiologist at the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust. He completed his DPhil at the University of Oxford and has extensive industry collaboration experience with firms like BP, Shell, and Ford Motor Company. He co-founded Microbial Solutions Ltd, a NERC spin-out focused on wastewater bioremediation using microbial consortia. His research focuses on microbiome roles in health/disease, particularly cystic fibrosis lung and gut microbiota. During the pandemic, he advised the UK government’s Environmental Monitoring for Health Programme, using wastewater epidemiology to track SARS-CoV-2 outbreaks and guide public health measures in Greater Manchester and Tees Valley. His work integrates ecological models, omics technologies, and longitudinal patient studies to understand microbiome complexity. Recent articles emphasize cystic fibrosis microbiome dynamics, antibiotic therapy impacts, and agricultural microbiome responses. His studies bridge fundamental ecology with clinical applications, aiming to translate microbial insights into healthcare and environmental solutions. Collaborations span academia and industry, with notable projects in cystic fibrosis, wastewater treatment, and agricultural biotechnology. His interdisciplinary approach addresses challenges in chronic disease, environmental sustainability, and public health monitoring.

Pablo Catalan Fernandezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Antibiotic Resistance
• Evolutionary Dynamics
• Plant Systems Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pablo Catalan Fernandez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Carlos III University of Madrid, specializing in applying mathematical methods to biological problems. His research focuses on antibiotic resistance, evolutionary dynamics, and plant systems biology. He holds a PhD in Mathematical Engineering from UC3M (2017) and has held postdoctoral positions at the University of Exeter and UC3M. His work combines theoretical modeling with experimental collaboration, resulting in impactful publications indexed in high-impact journals like Science Advances and Nature Communications . Education highlights include a PhD in Mathematical Engineering (cum laude), a BSc in Mathematics (UNED), and dual degrees in Biology (Complutense University) and Complex Systems (Rey Juan Carlos University). He has taught over 700 hours in Mathematics and Calculus courses, averaging top-tier evaluations (4.44/5). His educational innovation project, “Calculus Made Easy,” produced an OCW-UC3M course and YouTube tutorials. Research contributions include developing the toyLIFE model (genotype-phenotype mapping framework), analyzing the ATLAS antibiotic resistance database, and modeling plant growth dynamics. Key awards include the 2023 Vivli AMR Prize (€10k) and the 2018 Ramon Areces Fellowship (€52.8k). He leads the PGE research project (MICINN-funded) and collaborates with institutions like the CNB and Pfizer. Research Grants: Patterns of Growth and Evolution (PGE), Physics of Bacterial and Developing Systems (BADS) Advising: Supervised 4 BSc, 4 MSc theses, and co-supervises a PhD student (Javier Molina, predoctoral contract) Labs/Teams: Interdisciplinary collaborations with Saul Ares (plant systems biology), Robert Beardmore (antibiotic resistance), and Jose Cuesta (evolutionary dynamics) Software contributions include the toyLIFE computational framework (C++), ATLAS analysis tools (Python), and models for OXA-48 enzyme inhibition (Jupyter Notebooks). Active reviewer for journals like Nature Communications and PLoS Computational Biology .

• Complex Systems
• Theoretical Biology
• Statistical Physics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Aniello Lampo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Carlos III University of Madrid, where he researches complex systems within the Complex Systems Interdisciplinary Group (GISC). His work spans theoretical biology, statistical physics, and network science. His research investigates emergent phenomena in biological and urban systems, including microbial community dynamics, plant-pollinator networks, and urban congestion patterns. Recent publications reveal new macroecological patterns beyond Taylor's law and analyze structural dynamics in mutualistic ecological networks. Publications demonstrate consistent interdisciplinary approaches, combining theoretical physics with biological applications. Earlier quantum physics research includes polaron dynamics, quantum thermometry, and non-Markovian systems, showing broad theoretical expertise. No scientific awards or advised students are documented. He contributes to understanding complex adaptive systems through mathematical modeling and computational approaches at the physics-biology interface.

• Plant Ecology
• Mycorrhizal Fungi
• Soil Microbiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Alexander Davison is an Associate Professor of Plant Ecology at the Institute of Ecology and Earth Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Tartu, Estonia. He has been affiliated with the University of Tartu since 2008, progressing from Research Fellow to his current position as Associate Professor since 2021. His academic journey began with undergraduate studies at the University of East Anglia (1995-1999), followed by doctoral research at the University of Sussex completed in 2007. Davison's research focuses on plant ecology, particularly plant-mycorrhizal interactions, soil microbiomes, and biodiversity patterns. His work spans multiple scales from local grassland ecosystems to global biodiversity patterns. He has published extensively in top-tier journals including Nature, Nature Reviews Biodiversity, and Ecology Letters, with recent work examining mycorrhizal networks, plant-soil interactions, and biodiversity responses to environmental change. His 2025 publications reveal a strong emphasis on understanding how symbiotic relationships structure plant communities and influence ecosystem functioning across environmental gradients. Davison has received significant recognition including the Estonian Republic Science Award in 2016. He serves on the Advisory Board of New Phytologist and as a scientific associate for the Society for the Protection of Underground Networks (SPUN). His work demonstrates a consistent trajectory from fundamental ecological research toward addressing pressing environmental challenges through understanding plant-microbe interactions. Science Award of the Estonian republic (2016) New Phytologist Advisory Board member (2018-present) Society for Protection of Underground Networks (SPUN) scientific associate (2022-present) Davison actively contributes to academic service as a reviewer for major journals (Science, PNAS, Ecology Letters) and funding agencies (ERC, BES). He teaches doctoral seminars in Plant Ecology and Botany, and leads multiple research projects including 'Estimating fungal niches to understand community assembly' (2025-2029) as Principal Investigator. His research group investigates how plant-soil interactions shape biodiversity patterns and ecosystem responses to global change, with particular attention to mycorrhizal networks and their role in ecosystem resilience.