جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• Photonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Clivia M. Sotomayor-Torres is the Director General and Nanophononics Group Leader at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) in Braga, Portugal, since September 2023. Previously, she held roles such as ICREA Research Professor and Group Leader at the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2) in Spain (2007–2023), Group Director at the Tyndall National Institute in Ireland (2004–2008), and C4 Professor for Material Science in Electronics at the University of Wuppertal (1996–2004). She earned her PhD in Physics from the University of Manchester (1983) and BSc in Physics from the University of Southampton (1979). Her research focuses on nanophotonics, phononics, and optomechanical systems, with contributions to thermal management, hypersound propagation, and low-dimensional materials. Over 600+ publications highlight her work on phononic crystals, optomechanical systems, and nanoscale thermal engineering. Current projects explore nanoscale phonon transport and advanced thermal rectification in 2D materials. Key technical expertise includes Brillouin light scattering, thermal boundary conductance measurement, and optomechanical magnetometry. Her teams collaborate internationally, advancing applications in radiative cooling, smart materials, and quantum sensing. Labs include the INL Nanophononics Group and former ICN2 Photonic and Phononic Nanostructures Group.

Gordon Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial oceanography
• Microbial ecology
• Planktonic food webs
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gordon Taylor is a Professor at Stony Brook University's School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), serving as Division Head for Marine Sciences. He leads the NSF-funded NAno-Raman Molecular Imaging Laboratory (NARMIL), pioneering applications of Raman microspectroscopy and Atomic Force Microscopy to marine microbiology. PhD (1983) - University of Southern California His research focuses on: Microbial mediation of biogeochemical carbon cycling Planktonic food web interactions in oxic/anoxic boundaries Microplastic contamination and degradation processes Chemoautotrophy in oxygen-deficient systems NARMIL's innovations enable: 3D biomolecular mapping of marine specimens Single-cell growth rate measurements Microplastic identification/quantification Stable isotope tracing in microbial communities His work extends to: CARIACO Ocean Time Series Program (1995-2017) Understanding ocean deoxygenation impacts Developing open-access microbiology tools (MicrobioRaman repository)

Luis Medinaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Environmental Science
• Marine Pollution
• Biogeochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Luis Medina is a Lecturer and IDEA Fellow at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences of Stony Brook University. His research focuses on sustainable climate justice solutions, particularly through advanced vibrational spectrometry techniques. Education: Ph.D. (2022) from Stony Brook University Research Interests : Medina specializes in the analysis of oceanic microplastics (MPs) and black carbon (BC) particles, their interactions with marine organisms, and their impact on global carbon budgets. His work combines: Chemical quantification via Raman microspectroscopy and FT-IR Vertical/horizontal transport mechanisms of MPs/BC Biodegradation by marine bacteria/fungi Integration into climate models Recent Publications highlight advancements in microplastic analysis (2021), oxygen minimum zone microbial dynamics (2020), protist grazing studies (2027), and river nutrient transport (2013). Scientific Awards : IDEA Fellow Technical Expertise : Development of protocols using Raman microspectroscopy and FT-IR for environmental particle analysis at sub-µm resolution.

• Radioecology
• Environmental Radiochemistry
• Actinide Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Susanne Sachs serves as Head of the Plants and Rhizosphere research group at Helmholtz Centre Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR), within the Institute of Resource Ecology's Department of Radiation Research on Biological Systems. With over 25 years of continuous research at HZDR since 1996, she leads investigations into actinide-biological system interactions and radionuclide migration in geological environments. Her academic foundation includes: Diploma in Chemistry from TU Bergakademie Freiberg (1988-1993) PhD jointly awarded by Forschungszentrum Rossendorf (HZDR) and Technische Universität Dresden (1993-1997) Dr. Sachs' research centers on radioecology and environmental radiochemistry, specializing in actinide interactions with humic substances and biological systems including plants, mammalian cells, and diatoms. Her work examines radionuclide transport mechanisms in geological systems, plant uptake pathways under varying environmental conditions, and toxicity mechanisms at cellular levels. Employing advanced techniques like time-resolved laser fluorescence spectroscopy, micro-XANES, and microcalorimetry, she investigates speciation, binding mechanisms, and metabolic impacts of uranium, europium, and other actinides/lanthanides. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals evolving research trends: increasing focus on plant-based model systems (tobacco BY-2 cells, Brassica napus, Daucus carota), expansion into microbial community interactions, and methodological shifts toward multi-omics and in situ spectroscopic approaches. Her work consistently bridges fundamental molecular-scale chemistry with real-world applications in nuclear waste disposal safety and radiation protection policy. As principal investigator for major international projects including TRAVARIS (BMBF, 2022-2026), RadoNorm (EC, 2020-2025), and TRANS-LARA (BMBF, 2017-2021), she secures substantial research funding focused on radionuclide transfer in vadose zones, radiation protection frameworks, and climate change impacts on contaminant migration. Her leadership in the European Radioecology Alliance and German Commission on Radiological Protection demonstrates significant scientific influence. The Plants and Rhizosphere group operates specialized facilities for plant-radionuclide interaction studies, including controlled-environment growth chambers, advanced spectroscopy labs (TRLFS, ATR-FTIR), and radiochemical handling infrastructure. Current work integrates multi-omics approaches with traditional radiochemical methods to develop predictive models for radionuclide behavior in agricultural and natural ecosystems.

• Staphylococcus aureus infections
• Burkholderia pseudomallei virulence
• Melioidosis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. rer. nat. Christian Kohler is a researcher at the University of Greifswald's medical institution, focusing on translational clinical microbiology and virology. His work spans bacterial pathogenesis, particularly Staphylococcus aureus and Burkholderia pseudomallei , antimicrobial resistance, and genomic epidemiology of infectious diseases. He actively publishes on topics like nanopore sequencing applications, host-pathogen interactions, and public health implications of pathogen spread. Dr. Kohler's research portfolio includes key contributions to understanding virulence mechanisms in Burkholderia pseudomallei , antibiotic resistance dynamics, and diagnostic tool development for melioidosis and SARS-CoV-2 variants. His publications from 2025-2023 highlight expertise in genomic surveillance, immunoproteomic approaches, and clinical microbiology innovations. As a scientific assistant, he collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across Germany and internationally. His work addresses both clinical challenges (e.g., sepsis, hemodialysis infections) and methodological advancements in molecular diagnostics and bacterial methylome analysis. Current affiliations include the Institute for Translational Clinical Microbiology at University Medicine Greifswald.

Stefania Petralitoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Drug Delivery
• Pharmaceutical Technology
• Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stefania Petralito is an Associate Professor at the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology , Sapienza University of Rome, Faculty of Pharmacy and Medicine. Her research focuses on designing polymeric, lipid, and hybrid colloidal vehicles for drug delivery, with expertise in liposomal systems, nanoemulsions, and cryogels. PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Sapienza University of Rome) Specialization in Hospital Pharmacy (Sapienza University of Rome, with honors) Research interests center on colloidal drug carriers , including liposomes , magnetoliposomes , and polymeric hydrogels . She explores nanotechnology applications for controlled release mechanisms, tissue engineering, and stabilization strategies for pharmaceutical formulations. Recent publications highlight trends in ECM-mimicking cryogels , essential oil nanoemulsions , and peptide encapsulation . Her work has addressed magnetically triggered release , electroporation effects on liposomes , and green solvents for formulation . She supervises PhD students in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Hospital Pharmacy specialization students, and visiting researchers. Active in institutional roles, she has participated in quality assurance commissions and scientific councils for advanced degree programs.

Yeran Baiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mid-infrared photothermal microscopy
• Spectroscopic imaging
• Metabolic imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yeran Bai is an Assistant Professor at the Wyant College of Optical Sciences, University of Arizona, where he directs the Biomedical Applied Imaging Lab. His appointment began in 2025. Prior to this, he held postdoctoral positions at the University of Santa Barbara (2021–2024) and Boston University (2019–2021). Research Focus: Dr. Bai specializes in developing cutting-edge optical imaging technologies for biomedical applications. His group innovates in mid-infrared photothermal microscopy, spectroscopic molecular analysis, and metabolic imaging at single-cell resolution. Key research areas include: Advanced instrumentation for infrared photothermal imaging Molecular and metabolic process mapping in cellular systems Applications addressing infectious diseases and neurodegeneration Publication Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2020–2024) demonstrate consistent focus on high-resolution, label-free imaging techniques. Dominant themes include photothermal microscopy advancements, single-cell metabolic analysis, bond-selective chemical imaging, and high-throughput biomedical diagnostics. Methodological innovations in noise suppression, speed enhancement, and multimodal integration are prominent across his work. Laboratory: Leads the Biomedical Applied Imaging Lab at the University of Arizona, developing novel optical tools for fundamental biological research and clinical applications.

Andreas Hutzlerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Electrochemistry
• Nanotechnology
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr.-Ing. Andreas Hutzler is a team leader at the Helmut-Schmidt-Program (HIERN) at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany. His research focuses on advanced nanoscale analysis of electrochemical processes, including thin films and reactive fluids. Specializes in TEM, LP-TEM, in situ/opertando TEM, and reflectance microspectroscopy Active in materials characterization for energy conversion and storage Contact: Cauerstraße 1, 91058 Erlangen, Germany | Phone: +49 9131-12538174 | ORCID: 0000-0001-5484-707X

• Materials Chemistry
• Solid-State Chemistry
• Thermoelectric Materials
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Antonino Martorana is a Professor at the University of Palermo , affiliated with the School of Basic and Applied Sciences . He teaches courses such as Solid-State and Inorganic Materials Chemistry and Fundamentals of Chemistry , focusing on advanced materials for energy applications and structural analysis. Research Interests: His work spans materials chemistry, solid-state physics, and proton conductors, with emphasis on X-ray spectroscopy and nanostructured materials. Awards: No specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided data. Students: He has supervised numerous theses on topics including solid oxide fuel cells, thermoelectric applications, and perovskite hybrids. Contact: Email: antonino.martorana@unipa.it | Phone: +3909123897953 Office Hours: Available Monday to Friday, 3:30 PM–5:30 PM at Viale delle Scienze, Building 17.

Fiona Lyngمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optical Spectroscopy
• Cancer Screening
• Biophotonics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Fiona Lyng serves as Research Centre Manager at the Radiation and Environmental Science Centre (RESC) within the School of Physics, Clinical and Optometric Sciences at Technological University Dublin, while also holding School Associate and Hub Associate positions. With over 25 years of research experience since her PhD, she maintains active leadership in radiation science and cancer diagnostics. Her educational foundation includes a BSc in Physics and Chemistry (1st Class Honours) from Trinity College Dublin / Dublin Institute of Technology (1991) and a PhD in Biophysics from University College Dublin (1995). Postdoctoral training followed at Daresbury Laboratory (UK) and University College Cork through prestigious fellowships. Professor Lyng's research pioneers optical spectroscopy technologies for cancer applications, with emphasis on Raman spectroscopy for early detection, diagnosis, and radiation response assessment. Her fingerprint spans Raman Spectrometry, Cervical Cancer, Cell Line studies, Cytotoxicity, and Vibrational Spectroscopy, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to translating biophotonics into clinical oncology solutions aligned with UN SDG3. Recent publications demonstrate consistent innovation in spectroscopic cancer diagnostics, including ex-vivo radiosensitivity detection, oral leukoplakia identification, and radiation effect mechanisms. These works highlight her leadership in applying spectroscopic methods to address unmet clinical needs in cancer care. Her accolades include the Enterprise Ireland ‘One to Watch’ award and multiple competitive fellowships. Professional leadership encompasses presidency of the European Radiation Research Society and current Secretary-Treasurer role at the International Association for Radiation Research. Professor Lyng has supervised 32 PhD and 2 MPhil students while mentoring 12 postdocs and 3 MSCA Fellows. Her €6 million funding portfolio from EU and national bodies supports over 20 major research projects, enabling translational work at the RESC facility. As Centre Manager since 2003, she directs a collaborative environment focused on radiation science applications for health innovation.

Anja Silgeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Raman Spectroscopy
• Microbiology
• Disease Diagnostics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anja Silge is the Deputy Head of the Research Department Spectroscopy/Imaging at the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology (IPHT). Her research integrates Raman spectroscopy and imaging to address complex biological and medical challenges, including microbial interactions, disease diagnostics, and photonics innovation. She holds a doctoral degree and leads advanced spectroscopic projects. Research Focus: Application of Raman spectroscopy in microbiology and disease diagnostics. Development of machine learning algorithms for spectroscopic data analysis. Investigation of bacterial toxins affecting algae and fungi. Clinical translation of spectroscopic techniques (e.g., COVID-19 detection). Her publications emphasize Raman spectroscopy's versatility, spanning algal-bacterial interactions, diagnostic tool development, and analytical method validation. Recent work highlights trends in clinical spectroscopy (e.g., neutrophil activation in SARS-CoV-2) and machine learning-enhanced instrumentation . No awards, grants, or student mentorship details are available in the provided sources.