جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Prenatal Environment Effects
• Placental Biology
• Sexual Dimorphism in Development
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Julian Christians is a Professor and Chair of Physiology & Genetics at the Department of Biological Sciences, Simon Fraser University . His research focuses on the prenatal environment's lifelong health impacts, particularly the placenta's role in mitigating suboptimal conditions and sex-dependent responses. He investigates both mechanistic and evolutionary aspects of fetal adaptation. Roles & Affiliations: Professor and Chair (Physiology & Genetics) Lab Director (Christians Lab) Course Instructor: BISC 498 (Undergraduate Research), BISC 445 (Environmental Physiology of Animals) Research Interests: Dr. Christians studies how prenatal adversity influences health outcomes, with a focus on placental biology, sexual dimorphism in fetal growth strategies, and evolutionary adaptations. His work bridges mechanistic biology and ecological perspectives, examining maternal nutrition, obesity, and maternal age effects. Recent Contributions: His publications analyze sex-dependent responses to maternal diet, placental pathology outcomes, and bone recovery post-lactation. He advocates for rigorous statistical approaches to studying sex-specific effects in developmental programming. Labs/Teams: Leads the Christians Lab exploring developmental origins of health and disease, with projects on placental adaptation and evolutionary medicine.

• Biophotonics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Imaging
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Igor Meglinski is a Professor at Aston University, affiliated with the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Department of Mechanical, Biomedical & Design Engineering. He is part of the Engineering for Health team and the Aston Research Centre for Health in Ageing. His research focuses on biophotonics, biomedical imaging, and optical techniques such as laser speckle contrast imaging, dynamic light scattering, and Mueller matrix polarimetry. Key interests include blood flow assessment, tissue diagnostics, and neuroimaging applications. Meglinski has contributed to over 180 research outputs, including seminal work on light-tissue interaction and advanced optical diagnostics. He supervises PhD students and collaborates internationally on projects like the 2nd Spring Biophotonics Conference in Porto. Education: PhD (specifics not detailed). Research Interests: Biophotonics, biomedical imaging, optical polarimetry, laser speckle contrast imaging, dynamic light scattering, and applications in neurovascular monitoring and postmortem studies. His work bridges classical and quantum optics for biomedical applications. Publications: Over 180 articles, including recent contributions on Mueller matrix imaging, orbital angular momentum in light propagation, and transcranial blood flow visualization. Collaborations: Extensive international collaborations, particularly in Russia and Europe, focusing on optical diagnostics and biomedical engineering.

Jeffrey M. Friedmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetics
• Genomics
• Metabolism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey M. Friedman is the Marilyn M. Simpson Professor at The Rockefeller University and an Investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute. He leads the Laboratory of Molecular Genetics, focusing on molecular and neural mechanisms regulating food intake and body weight. His groundbreaking discovery of leptin, a hormone critical for energy homeostasis, revolutionized obesity research. Friedman holds academic roles in the David Rockefeller Graduate Program and Tri-Institutional M.D.-Ph.D. Program. His research spans leptin signaling, neural circuits controlling feeding, and genetic studies of metabolic disorders. Education: B.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1973) M.D., Albany Medical College (1977) Ph.D., The Rockefeller University (1986) Research Interests: Dr. Friedman explores how leptin regulates energy balance, identifies neural circuits driving feeding behavior, and investigates leptin resistance mechanisms. His work extends to genetic studies of obesity in humans and the role of leptin in conditions like lipodystrophy and diabetes. Key areas include hypothalamic signaling, adipose tissue innervation, and long noncoding RNAs affecting leptin expression. Recent Findings: Recent studies revealed leptin's role in adipose tissue nerve growth via BDNF signaling and identified ADCYAP1+ neurons influencing sickness behavior. His lab also uncovered LncOb's role in obesity and explored mesolimbic pathways hijacked by addictive drugs. Awards: Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award (2010) Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences (2020) Wolf Prize in Medicine (2019) Advising & Labs: He mentors students in genetics and metabolism. His lab collaborates on human obesity studies in Turkey and Kosrae Island populations. Research extends to clinical applications of leptin and GLP-1-based therapies. Lab & Teams: The Laboratory of Molecular Genetics integrates genetics, neuroscience, and metabolism to dissect obesity's molecular basis. Collaborations include the Kavli Neural Systems Institute and Howard Hughes Medical Institute.

• Molecular Endocrinology
• Exercise Physiology
• Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Bowen is a Professor of Biology at Union University. He holds a PhD in Biology from the University of North Carolina and a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Molecular Endocrinology from Virginia Tech. His research focuses on hormonal regulation of physical activity, sex steroid effects on behavior, and molecular mechanisms underlying exercise physiology. Key areas include studying estrogen’s role beyond reproduction, dopamine pathways in voluntary exercise, and genetic influences on activity levels in mice. Education: Post-Doctoral Fellowship: Molecular Endocrinology, Virginia Tech PhD: Biology, University of North Carolina M.G.I.S.: University of Minnesota M.S.: Exercise Science, Northern Michigan University His research interests bridge molecular biology, endocrinology, and behavioral studies, with a focus on sex hormones, dopaminergic systems, and genetic factors shaping physical activity. Recent work examines estrogen’s prolonged effects on activity post-orchiectomy and estrogen dosage impacts on mouse behavior. Notable publications include studies on hormonal regulation of exercise patterns and genetic mapping of wheel-running behavior in mice. Awards include the 2016 Faculty Excellence Award and 2014 Vulcan Materials Teaching Award. His lab employs mouse models to explore how hormonal and genetic factors influence exercise behaviors, contributing to understanding human physical activity physiology. He has presented at conferences like Experimental Biology and the American College of Sports Medicine, addressing topics such as dopamine’s role in exercise, estrogen’s behavioral effects, and muscle efficiency in mice.

Michela Fagioliniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Critical Period Plasticity
• Neuroscience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michela Fagiolini, PhD, is a researcher affiliated with Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. She holds academic appointments in the Department of Neurology and the F.M. Kirby Neurobiology Center, focusing on neurodevelopmental disorders. Her work bridges molecular, electrophysiological, and behavioral analyses to study cortical plasticity mechanisms in conditions like Rett Syndrome and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Education: She earned her M.S. in Biological Sciences from the University of Pisa, Italy, and her Ph.D. in Neurobiology from Scuola Normale Superiore, Italy. After a postdoctoral fellowship at UCSF under Dr. Michael P. Stryker, she joined the Laboratory for Neuronal Circuit Development at Japan's Brain Science Institute, collaborating with Dr. Takao K. Hensch. Research Interests: Dr. Fagiolini explores how sensory experiences shape early brain development and critical periods. Her lab investigates Excitatory/Inhibitory (E/I) circuit dysregulation in neurodevelopmental disorders, leveraging mouse models and human cerebral organoids. Recent studies emphasize therapeutic strategies to restore cortical function by targeting E/I circuit imbalances. She also develops novel biomarkers like fNIRS and transparent microelectrode arrays to assess neural deficits non-invasively. Publications Trends: Her work spans 30+ years, with recent focus on Rett Syndrome biomarkers, autism subtypes via fMRI, and CDKL5 deficiency mechanisms. Earlier contributions include foundational studies on NMDA receptor regulation, critical period plasticity in visual cortex, and the role of epigenetic factors in neurodevelopmental processes. Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, her research has been supported by grants exploring therapeutic interventions and biomarker development. She collaborates widely, including with the FANTOM consortium for large-scale transcriptomic studies. Labs & Teams: She leads projects within the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center and F.M. Kirby Neurobiology Center, which integrate multidisciplinary approaches to neurodevelopmental disorder research.

Christina Luedkeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Endocrinology
• Pediatric Endocrinology
• Neuroendocrinology
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Christina Luedke is an Attending Physician in the Division of Endocrinology at Boston Children's Hospital and an Instructor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. She holds affiliations in Boston, Lexington, and Weymouth, Massachusetts. Her expertise spans clinical endocrinology and pediatric care. Education: AB in Biology/French, Washington University (1983) PhD in Medical Biochemistry, Rockefeller University (1989) MD, Cornell University Medical College (1990) Residencies and Fellowships at Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital Her research focuses on neuroendocrine mechanisms, oxytocin's role in parturition, stress responses, and genetic factors in neuropsychiatric disorders. She employs mouse models to study hormonal regulation and inflammatory pathways. Over 12 publications highlight her contributions to endocrinology, immunology, and molecular biology. No scientific awards are listed. Her clinical and academic roles emphasize pediatric endocrinology, with affiliations at Harvard Medical School and Boston Children's Hospital.

Michael A Burmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Developmental Psychology
• Pain Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael A Burman is a Professor and Director of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of New England's College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on negative emotionality, pain mechanisms, and developmental neuroscience, using behavioral neuroscience techniques. He is particularly interested in how early-life stressors like neonatal pain influence fear conditioning, neuroendocrine systems, and long-term behavioral outcomes in rodent models. Dr. Burman's work spans developmental psychobiology, neuroplasticity, and translational neuroscience. His recent studies investigate CRF receptor signaling in the amygdala and hypothalamus, maternal separation effects on offspring behavior, and the role of corticotropin-releasing hormone in juvenile anxiety. He has contributed to understanding the two-hit model of neonatal pain and stress on later-life sensory and fear-related functions. His research also extends to pharmacological interventions (e.g., FAAH inhibitors) and the ontogeny of fear conditioning across developmental stages. Dr. Burman is actively involved in K-12 neuroscience education outreach, including the Brain Blast initiative and interactive educational programs. His lab emphasizes collaborative training opportunities for students, as indicated by the 'Burman Collaborative' designation.

Leslie Kerrمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioural Neuroscience
• Environmental Stressors
• Developmental Plasticity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Leslie Kerr is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Trent University. She holds offices in LHS D242 and a lab in LHS D207. Her research focuses on behavioral neuroscience, particularly how early environmental stressors influence developmental physiology and cellular mechanisms. She teaches advanced undergraduate courses including BIOL 4840H: Neuroendocrinology and PSYC-BIOL 3210H: Principles of the nervous system, alongside BIOM 1000H: Introduction to Biomedical Sciences. Her research interests span environmental stressors' impact on development, developmental plasticity, and their implications for health outcomes. Key areas include the physiological responses to predation risk in anurans, hormonal regulation in cancer models, and the effects of chemotherapy on cognitive function in mice. Leslie Kerr has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications since 2001, addressing topics ranging from molecular mechanisms of gene regulation to behavioral oncology. Her work bridges behavioral, developmental, and endocrine systems biology.

Dean Charles Hayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanics
• Artificial Neural Networks
• Wavelet Transforms
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Dr. Dean Charles Hay serves as Director of the School of Physical and Health Education within the Faculty of Education and Professional Studies at Nipissing University. He holds a Professor position in the Schulich School of Education's Physical and Health Education department and is actively involved as Graduate Program Faculty and in academic administration. Dr. Hay earned his BSc from the University of Toronto and completed his PhD at the University of Tokyo. His academic journey has positioned him as a leading researcher in biomechanics with expertise spanning multiple sophisticated analytical techniques. Dr. Hay's primary research interests focus on biomechanics with specialized expertise in artificial neural networks, wavelet transforms, bilateral asymmetry, and energy expenditure modeling. His work explores how humans maintain balance and execute movements efficiently, developing applied modeling tools to better understand human movement in both controlled and free-living environments. He has pioneered the use of Artificial Neural Networks to model energy expenditure and classify movements from EMG, accelerometry, and heart rate data, while also advancing the application of Continuous Wavelet Transform techniques for analyzing transient postural events. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in high-impact biomechanics and biomedical engineering journals, with research trending toward increasingly sophisticated signal processing techniques applied to movement analysis. Recent work shows expansion into practical applications across sports performance, rehabilitation, and ergonomics, with growing emphasis on translating biomechanical research into real-world settings. Dr. Hay actively mentors graduate students through the MScKin program, supervising multiple successful thesis defenses on topics ranging from computer mouse ergonomics to age-related changes in gait biomechanics. His students regularly present at major biomechanics conferences including the Canadian Society for Biomechanics and Ontario Biomechanics Conference. The Biomechanics and Ergonomics Lab, which Dr. Hay leads, maintains a comprehensive research facility equipped with electromyography systems, cycle ergometers with metabolic measurement capabilities, and motion capture systems for 3D body movement analysis. The lab actively engages with the North Bay community through events like Nipissing University's Research Month and the An Evening at Nipissing University event, demonstrating research equipment and findings to the public.

Filipa Rijo-Ferreiraمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Molecular parasitology
• Circadian rhythms
• Host-parasite interactions
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Filipa Rijo-Ferreira is an Assistant Professor at the Berkeley School of Public Health with a joint appointment in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California Berkeley. Her research focuses on the interplay between circadian rhythms and parasitic diseases, particularly malaria and Trypanosoma brucei infections. PhD in Molecular Parasitology from University of Porto MSc in Molecular Genetics and Biomedicine from Nova University of Lisbon & Imperial College London BA in Cell and Molecular Biology from Nova University of Lisbon Postdoctoral research at UT Southwestern Medical Center Rijo-Ferreira's work fundamentally challenges assumptions about parasite biology by demonstrating that pathogens like Plasmodium and Trypanosoma brucei possess intrinsic circadian clocks that synchronize with host rhythms. This discovery has profound implications for optimizing treatment timing and understanding disease transmission patterns. Her lab integrates molecular parasitology, mosquito vector biology, and immunometabolism to explore how temporal coordination shapes infection outcomes. Key publication trends show a consistent focus on: Parasite circadian gene expression networks Host-pathogen clock synchronization Chronotherapy applications in infectious disease Metabolic circadian interactions Vector transmission timing Immune system temporal regulation Scientific recognition includes: NIH Pathway to Independence Award Chan Zuckerberg BioHub Investigator 2023 Searle Scholar Howard Hughes Medical Institute award for outstanding early career faculty Hypothesis Fund seed grant recipient Her research program explores how temporal organization of parasite biology creates vulnerabilities for intervention, particularly through: Disrupting parasite clock genes Optimizing drug administration timing Understanding vector-parasite circadian coevolution

• Neuroscience
• Pain Processing
• Neurophysiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kieran Boyle is a Researcher at the University of Glasgow, affiliated with the School of Psychology & Neuroscience. His work focuses on spinal cord circuitry, particularly exploring the roles of inhibitory interneurons and neuropeptides in pain and itch signaling. Boyle's research employs mouse models to investigate synaptic mechanisms, neuronal populations, and molecular pathways involved in sensory processing. He collaborates extensively with neuroscientists like Andrew J. Todd and David I. Hughes. Key research themes include: spinal dorsal horn circuitry, neuropeptide Y signaling in pain modulation, calretinin neuron function, and the role of GRPR-expressing neurons in itch pathways. His studies bridge molecular analysis with electrophysiological and behavioral approaches to understand chronic pain mechanisms. Publications highlight contributions to understanding synaptic circuits involving gastrin-releasing peptide receptors, modulation of spinal pain pathways by inhibitory interneurons, and the functional diversity of spinal interneuron populations. Boyle’s work is supported by collaborative grants and has generated datasets on spinal cord neuron populations and their signaling roles.

• Physics
• Materials Science
• Quantum Mechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Walter Witke serves as the Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the University of Bonn. He is a member of the TRA Matter Steering Committee, focusing on fundamental interactions and building blocks of matter. His research interests span physics, materials science, and theoretical frameworks. He can be reached at dekan.mnf@uni-bonn.de. Key roles: Dean, TRA Matter Steering Committee member University affiliation: Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn His research bridges theoretical and experimental approaches in physics, emphasizing transdisciplinary collaboration. Recent work involves actin cytoskeleton dynamics and their implications in neuroscience and developmental biology. Selected articles highlight contributions to cell biology, neurobiology, and genetics, with a focus on mouse models and molecular mechanisms.

Christian Hennebergerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Neurobiology
• Neuron-Glia Interaction
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Christian Henneberger is a Professor at the Institute of Cellular Neurosciences, Medical Faculty, University of Bonn. His research focuses on neuron-glia interactions, brain plasticity, and synaptic transmission, particularly exploring astrocyte roles in hippocampal network function, disease mechanisms, and signaling dynamics using advanced techniques like electrophysiology and two-photon microscopy. He leads the Synaptic and glial plasticity lab, collaborating with international networks such as NeurotechEU and the Bonn Center for Neuroscience. His research integrates experimental methods with computational modeling (e.g., NEURON simulations) to study astrocyte morphology changes, glutamate signaling, and glycine/D-serine co-agonist dynamics. Key projects include understanding astrocyte withdrawal during synaptic potentiation, calcium signaling regulation, and the impact of metabolic stress on neurotransmitter homeostasis. The lab actively mentors PhD and MD students, with notable advisees including Kirsten Bohmbach (PhD 2021) and Björn Breithausen (PhD 2020). Publications highlight breakthroughs like the discovery of astrocyte-driven glutamate spillover during long-term potentiation and the development of optical sensors (e.g., GlyFS for glycine monitoring). His work bridges cellular mechanisms to cognitive functions, addressing epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, and neurodevelopmental disorders through glial-neuronal crosstalk. Labs/Teams: Synaptic and glial plasticity lab (Bonn), Bonn Center for Neuroscience, NeurotechEU (European alliance for brain research), and collaborations with institutions like the Australian National University and RWTH Aachen.

Björn Gransethمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Neural Circuits
• Synaptic Plasticity
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Björn Granseth is an Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (BKV), affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. He holds the title of Docent and is part of the Division of Cell and Neurobiology. His research focuses on neural circuits, synaptic plasticity, and neurotransmitter modulation, particularly in corticothalamic communication and motivational processes. Granseth is affiliated with the Wallenberg Centre for Molecular Medicine (WCMM) and the Center for Social and Affective Neuroscience (CSAN). His work explores cholinergic and noradrenergic modulation of synaptic inputs, VGluT1's role in visual attention, and striatal melanocortin receptors' influence on motivational valence. Key techniques include genetic mouse models (Ntsr1-Cre GN220) and in vitro electrophysiological studies. Granseth collaborates on projects involving neuropharmacology (e.g., Sigma-2 receptor agonists) and developmental biology (Hedgehog signaling in Drosophila). Recent articles highlight contributions to understanding corticothalamic synapses, synaptic plasticity deficits in VGluT1-deficient mice, and the neurobiology of reward circuits. His research bridges basic neuroscience with clinical implications, particularly in neurological disorders.

Ronald W. Woodمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Behavioral Pharmacology
• Toxicology
• Inhalant Abuse
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ronald W. Wood is a part-time Research Associate Professor at the University of Rochester, affiliated with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology , Department of Neuroscience , and Department of Urology (joint appointments). His career spans over four decades, with early work in behavioral pharmacology and toxicology of abused inhalants, followed by a shift to urogynecologic disorders, voiding dysfunction, and pelvic pain. He has contributed to medical imaging techniques and lymphatic system research. Education : B.A. in Psychology (1968, Grinnell College); M.A. (1974) and Ph.D. (1975) in Psychology (University of Rochester). Dr. Wood's research focuses on urogynecologic disorders , lymphatic function in arthritis , and medical imaging . He pioneered studies linking behavioral pharmacology to clinical applications, particularly in bladder diseases and pelvic pain . His recent work explores lymphatic drainage , inflammatory biomarkers , and sex-dependent arthritis pathology . His publications span 15 recent years , with a focus on lymphatic system dynamics , urology , arthritis , and medical imaging . Key trends include murine models for inflammatory diseases, anti-TNF therapy , and multi-omics approaches to biomarker discovery. Scientific awards include: Best Scientific Paper (2006) Centennial Award for Early Career Contribution to the Science Directorate (1992) Karl F. Heiser Presidential Award for Advocacy (1992) NIDA Research Scientist Development Award (1987-1992) Dr. Wood holds patents for antimuscarinic compounds and urologic imaging devices . His work bridges basic science and clinical applications , with grants from the NIH and collaborations across urology , rheumatology , and medical imaging . He has contributed to animal models of drug self-administration and toxicokinetics of industrial chemicals.