جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Thomas R Overtonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dairy Cattle Nutrition
• Transition Cow Management
• Metabolic Health of Dairy Cows
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Thomas R Overton serves as Department Chair and Professor of Dairy Nutrition and Management in the Department of Animal Science at Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS). He also directs PRO-DAIRY, an extension program focused on enhancing dairy farm profitability and efficiency in New York through research-based strategies for transition cow management. Education: Doctorate, University of Illinois, 1998 Master of Science, University of Illinois, 1994 Bachelor of Science, Cornell University, 1991 Dr. Overton's research centers on the transition period (late pregnancy to early lactation) in dairy cows—the most critical phase for health and productivity. His work integrates nutritional physiology with practical farm applications, targeting hypocalcemia management, protein supplementation strategies, inflammation control, and biomarker validation for metabolic health. This research directly informs his extension efforts through PRO-DAIRY, which delivers actionable knowledge to dairy producers and industry professionals. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2022-2024) reveals consistent emphasis on transition cow nutrition, with growing focus on metabolic analytics, precision feeding, and real-world herd management. His work bridges controlled studies at Cornell's Ruminant Center with observational research on commercial New York dairy farms. Scientific Awards: 2024 Nutrition Professionals Applied Dairy Research Award (American Dairy Science Association) 2010 CALS Extension/Outreach Team Award (PRO-DAIRY) 2007 Foundation Scholar Award (American Dairy Science Association) 2007 CALS Extension/Outreach Team Award Dr. Overton advises undergraduate and graduate students in Animal Science while leading PRO-DAIRY's extension initiatives. His program secures industry partnerships and grants focused on improving dairy farm sustainability through nutritional science. The July 2025 'Farm of the Future' showcase at Cornell's Ruminant Center exemplifies his commitment to translating research into practical innovation. He operates within Cornell's PRO-DAIRY program and the Cornell University Ruminant Center—a living laboratory for dairy technology testing—collaborating closely with industry stakeholders to address emerging challenges in dairy production.

Ian Yi Hanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Programme Evaluation
• Population Health
• Health Services Research
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Dr. Ian Yi Han is an Assistant Professor at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore (NUS), and Co-Director of the Center for Health Intervention and Policy Evaluation Research (HIPER). His research focuses on evaluating community-based health interventions, telehealth programs, and the impact of built environments on health behaviors. He holds a Ph.D. in Behavioral Nutrition from Columbia University, an M.A. in Psychology in Education, and a B.Sc. in Neural Science & Psychology from New York University. Key research areas include programme evaluation, population health, health services research, and dietary behaviors. He explores how interventions can improve patient experiences and population health outcomes, particularly through telemedicine and lifestyle modifications. His work has been published in journals like npj Digital Medicine, Metabolism, and the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior. Notable projects include studies on blood pressure telemonitoring, diabetes management during the pandemic, and supermarket intervention strategies for obesity prevention. Dr. Han has contributed to policy initiatives through roles such as Senior Research Fellow at the National University Health System and Lecturer at Columbia University. He advises on primary care research and collaborates on global health projects, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions to public health challenges.

V.M. Balasubramaniamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food Engineering
• Nonthermal Food Processing
• High Pressure Processing
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Dr. V.M. (Bala) Balasubramaniam is a Professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology at The Ohio State University. He holds editorial roles in food engineering journals and is a Fellow of IFT and IUFoST. His research focuses on clean food manufacturing technologies, particularly high-pressure and nonthermal methods, emphasizing microbial inactivation and nutrient preservation. He teaches unit operations in food engineering and contributes to industry via short courses and pilot plant demonstrations. Education: B.S. (Tamil Nadu Agricultural University), M.S. (Asian Institute of Technology), Ph.D. (Ohio State University). Research Interests: Thermal/nonthermal processing, food safety/quality modeling, and innovative applications of high-pressure technologies. Recent work includes ultra-shear technology development and superheated steam sanitation. Over 100 scientific papers, 20 book chapters, and co-edited books on high-pressure processing. Awards include the 2021 IFT Research & Development Award and 2017 Calvert L. Willey Award. Advising: Supervises graduate students like Liz Astorga Oquendo and Shruthy Seshadrinathan. Industrial outreach includes a USDA consortium for ultra-shear commercialization. Labs/teams focus on pilot-scale equipment testing and microbial efficacy studies.

• Animal Nutrition
• Dairy Cattle
• Methane Emission
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Jan Dijkstra is an Associate Professor at Wageningen University specializing in Animal Nutrition . His research focuses on dairy cattle nutrition, methane emissions, and nutrient efficiency. Academic Rank: Associate Professor Department: Animal Nutrition His work emphasizes: Mathematical modelling of methane production Phosphorus and nitrogen balance optimization Feed supplementation strategies for reduced emissions Genotype-environment interactions in dairy systems Recent publications highlight advancements in methane mitigation , nutrient cycling , and rumen microbiome dynamics . He serves as a promotor for multiple PhD projects and contributes to datasets on equine microbiomes and rumen metabolites. Scientific Awards American Feed Industry Association Award (2015) Publicatieprijs ASG (2013) Supervision PhD candidates: Kozorezov, Henry, Koning, Vivares Martinez EngD candidate: Holshof

Jeannine Baumgartnerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Nutritional Sciences
• Micronutrients
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jeannine Baumgartner is a Lecturer in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at King's College London and an Extraordinary Associate Professor at North-West University, South Africa. She holds an MSc and PhD in Human Nutrition from ETH Zurich, Switzerland. Key Appointments : Lecturer at King's College London (2022–present), Senior Scientist at ETH Zurich (2018–2022), Associate Professor at North-West University (2018). Research Focus : Optimal early-life nutrition for maternal/child health, iron and omega-3 fatty acid interventions, stable isotope methodologies, HIV-metabolic interactions, and mental health-diet links. Her recent work explores iron absorption dynamics in Thai children, maternal iron status in South Africa, and omega-3 fatty acids in depression. She leads an NIHR-funded project to reassess UK iron reference values. Scientific Leadership : Board Member, International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids and Lipids (ISSFAL) Editorial Board, European Journal of Clinical Nutrition

Katrin Gillerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nutritional Sciences
• Animal Nutrition
• Molecular Nutrition
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Prof. Dr. habil. Katrin Giller leads the Department of Molecular Nutrition Science (140a) at the University of Hohenheim, Garbenstraße 30, Bio Building I, Room 151, Stuttgart. Her research focuses on livestock nutrition, with specific interests in methane mitigation, antioxidant mechanisms, and metabolic syndrome in agricultural animals. Department: Molecular Nutrition Science (140a) Contact: katrin.giller@uni-hohenheim.de Office Hours: By appointment Her work spans nutritional biochemistry , ruminal fermentation , and sustainable livestock systems , often examining interactions between dietary compounds (e.g., spirulina, polyphenols, n-3 fatty acids) and animal physiology. Recent studies investigate antioxidant gene expression , transgenerational metabolic impacts , and feed efficiency . Current advisees include B.Sc. Viola Gauly, Fernando Giugno, Jana Kornherr, Mira Kühn, Daniel Obermüller, and Helen Pötzsch. The department's website details research projects, teaching events, and publications.

• Genomics
• Genetics
• Breed
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Richard Crooijmans is an Associate Professor at Wageningen University & Research in the field of Animal Breeding and Genetics. With over 363 research outputs and 50 datasets, his work spans genomics, genetic divergence, and livestock breeding. Research interests include: Genomics and Whole Genome Sequencing Animal Genetics and Breeding Programs Genetic Variability and Marker-Assisted Selection Recent publications in 2025 focus on probiotic effects on broiler breeders, pig mutation rates, and genomic selection in Holstein cattle. His projects involve advising PhD candidates in areas like ethical egg industry development and milk composition genetics. Current advising : Fotowatikha Someeserai (PhD, ethical egg industry) Zhuang Z. (PhD, epigenomic regulatory elements) Gao J. (PhD, genomic data analysis) Media contributions include genetic research on Dutch chicken breeds and aurochs extinction.

Anne G Hoenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbiome research
• Epidemiology
• Environmental health
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Anne G Hoen is an Associate Professor at the Geisel School of Medicine , Dartmouth College, with joint appointments in Epidemiology , Biomedical Data Science , and Microbiology and Immunology . Her research focuses on microbiome development in infants, environmental exposures, and their associations with health outcomes, using interdisciplinary approaches including statistical modeling and bioinformatics. Research Interests: She explores how microbial communities in early life influence disease risk through environmental and dietary factors. Her work integrates microbiome-metabolome interactions, computational methods for microbial network analysis, and epidemiological studies of infectious diseases. Recent Article Trends: 2025-2024 publications highlight maternal diet-microbiome links, microbial interaction networks, ECHO consortium collaborations, and novel computational approaches for microbiome data. Key sub-fields include perinatal exposome, microRNA profiling, and longitudinal metabolomic analysis. Scientific Awards: K01LM011985: Bioinformatics strategies for early life microbiomics R01LM012723: Multi-omic functional integration using networks Advising: Mentors current PhD students in Dartmouth's Quantitative Biomedical Sciences (QBS) program, including Becky Lebeaux and Quang Nguyen, while alumni like Sara Lundgren and Wes Viles hold postdoctoral and academic positions.

Megan Romanoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Epidemiology
• Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals
• Maternal and Child Health
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Megan Romano, PhD is an Associate Professor of Epidemiology at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College . Her research focuses on environmental epidemiology, particularly examining how exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals during pregnancy affects maternal and child health outcomes. Education: PhD, Epidemiology - University of Washington (2013) MPH - Boston University (2007) BS - Allegheny College (2004) Research Focus: Dr. Romano's research explores the influence of environmental endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) during critical windows of pregnancy and gestation on pregnancy complications, maternal and infant hormones, breastfeeding behaviors, and early life growth. Her work specifically examines EDCs commonly found in US consumer products including bisphenol A, phthalates, perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), parabens, and flame retardants. She actively collaborates with local and regional stakeholders to address community concerns regarding PFAS contamination in New England. Her recent publications demonstrate a comprehensive approach to understanding environmental health impacts, with particular emphasis on PFAS exposure through multiple pathways including diet, consumer products, and environmental contamination. Her research employs sophisticated epidemiological methods including metabolomics, miRNA analysis, and longitudinal cohort studies to understand biological mechanisms underlying environmental health effects. Professional Affiliations: Director, Romano Lab - focusing on environmental exposures during pregnancy and childhood Member, Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program Collaborator, New Hampshire Birth Cohort Study Contact Information: Email: Megan.E.Romano@Dartmouth.edu Phone: (603) 646-5495

• Food Microbiology
• Microbial Genomics
• Food Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ahmed Abdelhamid is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Michigan State University since August 2024. Previously, he served as a Senior Research Associate and Postdoctoral Researcher at The Ohio State University (2018-2024), and was a Principal Research Investigator and Lecturer at Benha University, Egypt (2016-2018). PhD (2015) : Joint supervision in Microbiology, University of Guelph & Benha University MSc (2011) & BSc (2008) : Microbiology, Benha University His research spans three interconnected domains: Microbial Omics for food safety (metagenomic analysis of food microbiomes), Pathogen Adaptation (Salmonella virulence dynamics), and Biofilm Reprogramming (metabolomics-driven antibiofilm strategies). Recent work explores stress responses in foodborne pathogens and omics-based approaches to microbiome engineering. Scientific contributions include key publications in Frontiers , Applied and Environmental Microbiology , and Antibiotics . Recognized for his joint supervision scholarship during doctoral studies, his research integrates food safety, microbial physiology, and metabolomics innovation.

Katherine Elizabeth Chettaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neonatology
• Preterm Infant Nutrition
• Necrotizing Enterocolitis
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Katherine Elizabeth Chetta, M.D., serves as an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the College of Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), practicing neonatology at Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital in Charleston. Her clinical focus centers on critically ill newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), with specialized expertise in preterm infant care and nutritional management. Dr. Chetta completed her educational journey with a B.S. in Chemistry (Honors) from the University of Kansas (2005), followed by her M.D. from Baylor College of Medicine (2009) where she earned Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) distinction and High Honors. She completed Pediatrics Residency (2013) and Neonatology Fellowship (2016) at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Texas Health & Science Center in Houston. Her research program investigates critical aspects of neonatal nutrition, particularly the biochemical properties of human milk and its role in preventing gastrointestinal disorders. Key focus areas include necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) pathogenesis, free fatty acid metabolism in preterm milk, maternal vitamin D impacts on infant immunity, and quality improvement initiatives for human milk utilization. Collaborations span the Digestive Disease Research Center Core and Darby Children's Research Institute at MUSC, integrating laboratory science with clinical epidemiology. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant research trajectories: (1) Human milk composition and storage effects on infant outcomes, (2) NEC risk stratification through clinical/laboratory markers and imaging, (3) Social determinants of growth in preterm infants, and (4) Microbiome interactions with milk components. Her work bridges basic science (in vitro cytotoxicity studies) with clinical implementation (NICU quality improvement). Scientific recognition includes: Induction into Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society Dr. Chetta actively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across MUSC's research infrastructure, though specific grant details aren't provided in source materials. Her mentorship extends to medical trainees within the neonatology division, focusing on translational research methodologies. Current projects emphasize standardizing NEC diagnostic protocols and optimizing human milk feeding systems for vulnerable infants. She contributes to laboratory-based investigations at the Darby Children's Research Institute, particularly studying HAMLET complexes in human milk and their effects on intestinal cell metabolism. Her clinical work directly informs ongoing quality improvement initiatives aimed at increasing mother's own milk usage rates in the NICU.

Romdhane Rekayaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Quantitative Genetics
• Genomics
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Romdhane Rekaya serves as a Professor in the Department of Animal and Dairy Science within the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences at the University of Georgia. He also holds courtesy faculty positions in the Department of Statistics and is an associate faculty member with the Institute of Bioinformatics at UGA. His research program focuses on developing statistical and computational tools for analyzing large genetic and genomic datasets with applications in livestock, poultry, and human health. Dr. Rekaya's educational background includes: Agriculture Engineer from the High Institute of Agriculture, Tunisia Master of Science from the International Center for Advanced Studies in Mediterranean Agriculture of Zaragoza, Spain Ph.D. from the Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain Dr. Rekaya's research interests span quantitative genetics, genomics, biostatistics, and bioinformatics. His work centers on developing statistical and computational methodologies for analyzing big genetic and genomic data sets with practical applications in livestock, poultry, and human health. His research has been particularly focused on addressing critical challenges in animal agriculture including horn fly resistance in beef cattle, water utilization efficiency in poultry, and greenhouse gas emissions in dairy production. His methodological approaches often integrate machine learning, Bayesian statistics, and genomic technologies to solve complex biological problems. Dr. Rekaya's publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on statistical methodology development for genetic analysis, with recent work increasingly emphasizing practical applications of genomic technologies in animal agriculture. His research spans both theoretical statistical development and practical implementation in livestock improvement programs, with particular emphasis on innovative approaches to traditional breeding challenges. Among his professional recognitions: Student Career Success Influencer Award 2024 Mini-Sabbatical Award Student Career Success Influencer Award 2022 Carnegie fellowship Carnegie African Diaspora Fellow Faculty with significant positive impact of at least one graduate student Gamma Sigma Delta outstanding Research Achievements Award Dr. Rekaya has successfully mentored numerous graduate students including PhD candidates Amanda Warner, Mahsa Zare, Koushik Das, and Evan Hartono, along with undergraduate researchers. His research has been consistently supported by major funding agencies including USDA NIFA, USDA ARS, Georgia Agricultural Commodity Commission for Beef, National Academy of Sciences, and industry partners including Tyson Foods and Cobb-Vantress. Current projects include developing genetic solutions to the horn fly problem in beef cattle, improving water utilization efficiency in poultry, and examining associations between greenhouse gas emissions and feed efficiency in dairy cattle. Dr. Rekaya leads an active research laboratory that collaborates with multiple departments and institutions. His lab focuses on applying advanced statistical and computational methods to solve pressing problems in animal agriculture, with particular emphasis on integrating genomic information into practical breeding programs. The lab maintains strong industry connections and international collaborations, particularly with researchers in Africa through the African Animal Breeding Network.

• Environmental Epidemiology
• Children's Environmental Health
• Molecular Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Margaret Karagas, PhD is the inaugural Department Chair and James W. Squires Professor of Epidemiology at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College, with a secondary appointment as Professor of Community and Family Medicine. She also serves as Director of both the Children's Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Research Center and the Center for Molecular Epidemiology at Dartmouth. Her leadership extends to the NIH-funded Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program, which encompasses over 90,000 participants across the United States. Dr. Karagas earned her PhD from the University of Washington in 1990 and has established herself as a leading researcher in environmental epidemiology. She collaboratively developed an innovative cross-disciplinary postdoctoral and graduate program in Quantitative Biomedical Sciences (QBS) that integrates epidemiology, bioinformatics, and bistatistics. Her research focuses on interdisciplinary studies investigating environmental exposures, host factors, and biological mechanisms affecting health from infancy through adulthood, with particular emphasis on under-studied rural populations. Dr. Karagas employs high-dimensional analytic tools along with biomarkers and sensors to study the exposome, genetic susceptibility, and biological response. Her work has uncovered adverse cardiometabolic, neurodevelopmental, and immune-related health outcomes associated with drinking water contaminants, food-borne toxicants (including in infant first foods), and exposures from woodstoves. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on environmental health impacts across the lifespan, with significant contributions to understanding how environmental exposures affect child development, chronic disease risk, and health disparities. Her work frequently employs advanced molecular and analytical techniques to assess environmental exposures and their biological consequences. Dr. Karagas serves on numerous prestigious international consensus panels and committees, including those for the United Nations, World Health Organization, International Agency for Research on Cancer, European Food Safety Authority, US National Institutes of Health, and National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine. As an academic leader, she has mentored diverse investigators at all career stages and established innovative training programs. Her research has directly contributed to practice and policy changes regarding environmental health threats. She maintains active collaborations across multiple centers at Dartmouth including the Dartmouth Toxic Metals Superfund Research Program and Dartmouth SYNERGY.

Joseph Cassadyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animal Science
• Food Animal Genetics
• Genomics
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Dr. Joseph Cassady serves as the South Dakota Corn Endowed Dean of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences at South Dakota State University (SDSU). Previously, he held the rank of Professor and Head of the Department of Animal Science at SDSU (2013–2022) and North Carolina State University (2001–2013). His research focuses on food animal genetics and genomics, particularly improving production efficiency in swine and beef cattle. Education: B.S. in Animal Science (Iowa State University, 1993), M.S. and Ph.D. in Animal Science (University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1995 and 1999). Professional roles include past-president of the National Swine Improvement Federation and executive director of the Beef Improvement Federation (2009–2015). Research emphasizes genetic and genomic advancements to enhance livestock productivity, with notable work on heat stress mitigation, swine behavior, and genomic selection in cattle. Awards include the 2019 Harold and Barbara Bailey Award for Academic Leadership and recognition for service to the Beef Improvement Federation. Administrative responsibilities include leading the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences, overseeing accreditation processes, and participating in industry boards such as the South Dakota Poultry Industries Association and American Angus Foundation. Key research themes span animal genomics, livestock environmental adaptation, and precision agriculture. Over 150 peer-reviewed publications address topics like swine feeding behavior, cattle genetics, and genomic tools for improving meat quality and production efficiency.

• Process Analytical Technology (PAT)
• Food and Bioproducts Processing
• Bioprocessing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Colm O'Donnell is a Full Professor at the School of Biosystems and Food Engineering, University College Dublin (UCD). He leads the Food Quality and Processing Pillar at UCD's Institute of Food & Health and has held roles including Head of the School and Vice-Principal for Teaching & Learning in the College of Engineering & Architecture. His research focuses on Process Analytical Technology (PAT), bioprocessing, and dairy technology, with emphasis on spectroscopy, bioactive compound extraction, and food safety. He coordinates EU-funded projects like DiTECT and FreshProof, and leads the UCD team in the Dairy Processing Technology Centre (DPTC). O'Donnell is a Fellow of the Irish Academy of Engineering and has been recognized as a Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher. Education: BE and PhD from University College Dublin, Chartered Engineer (CEng). Research Interests: PAT for food/bioproducts, dairy processing innovations, and bioactive extraction from seaweeds. His group develops non-destructive technologies like NIR-HSI and acoustic sensors for real-time quality monitoring in food production. Grants: Over 40 grants including EU Horizon 2020, Marie Sklodowska-Curie, and industry partnerships. Recent projects include acoustic sensor development for milk protein concentrate (2020-2022) and seaweed biorefinery processes (2018-2023). Awards: Irish Academy of Engineering Fellowship (2022), EU Comett Fellowship, and editorial roles at International Journal of Food Properties and Food Engineering Reviews . Labs/Teams: Leads the PAT-focused research group at UCD's Institute of Food & Health, collaborating with industry partners like DPTC and global academic networks.