جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sara Young-Bairdمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Protein synthesis
• Translation regulation
• Ribosome biogenesis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sara Young-Baird is an Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) in the Department of Biochemistry at the School of Medicine, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. She completed her B.S. in Biology at Indiana University in 2010, earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2016, and completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Protein Biosynthesis at the National Institutes of Health in 2021. B.S. in Biology, Indiana University, 2010 Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Indiana University School of Medicine, 2016 Postdoctoral Fellowship, Protein Biosynthesis, National Institutes of Health, 2021 Dr. Young-Baird's research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of protein synthesis and cellular stress responses. Her laboratory investigates translation regulation, ribosome biogenesis, and how defects in these processes contribute to human diseases, particularly MEHMO syndrome and other translation-related disorders. She examines how cellular stress pathways regulate gene-specific translation through mechanisms involving upstream open reading frames, ribosome stalling, and queuing. Analysis of Dr. Young-Baird's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the eIF2 translation initiation factor complex and its role in human disease. Her work spans from fundamental mechanisms of protein synthesis to translational applications for genetic disorders. A significant portion of her research examines MEHMO syndrome, with investigations into potential therapeutic approaches using small molecules like ISRIB. She has also made important contributions to understanding erythropoiesis in Diamond-Blackfan Anemia. Dr. Young-Baird has collaborated extensively with researchers at the National Institutes of Health, particularly with Dr. Thomas Dever's laboratory, and with clinical researchers studying hematological disorders. Her work combines biochemical, genetic, and cell biological approaches to uncover the intricate mechanisms governing protein synthesis. Her laboratory employs techniques including polysome profiling, molecular biology, and biochemical assays to study translation regulation. Recent work has developed polysome profiling as an extensible tool for analyzing various aspects of protein synthesis. She has also investigated the role of noncanonical RNA-binding domains in regulating ribosome elongation.

Alexxai V Kravitzمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Basal Ganglia Circuits
• Obesity
• Addiction
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alexxai V Kravitz serves as Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Anesthesiology at Washington University School of Medicine, where he also holds the position of Interim Division Director for Basic Neuroscience. His Kravitz Lab investigates neural circuit mechanisms underlying decision-making and feeding behaviors using advanced optogenetic, electrophysiological, and behavioral methodologies in rodent models. His academic credentials include: B.A. from Wesleyan University (2019) Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania (2019) Research focuses on basal ganglia circuit dysfunction in pathological states including obesity, addiction, and anxiety disorders . The lab examines how synaptic alterations hijack adaptive behavioral selection processes, employing high-throughput behavioral paradigms and neural recording techniques to identify circuit-level correlates of maladaptive behaviors. Current work bridges molecular neuroscience with behavioral outcomes through innovative disease modeling. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal consistent emphasis on obesity-related neural mechanisms, with significant output in tool development (e.g., MouseVUER behavioral tracking system) and translational interventions targeting high-fat diet consumption. The research portfolio demonstrates interdisciplinary integration of neuroscience, metabolic physiology, and engineering approaches to address feeding behavior disorders. Dr. Kravitz maintains active NIH-funded research programs with emphasis on collaborative science. His laboratory cultivates an inclusive environment prioritizing regular communication, trust-building, and work-life balance among team members. The Kravitz Lab operates under a mission-driven philosophy to elucidate fundamental neural mechanisms of decision-making while developing novel approaches for treating obesity and addiction. Current projects span from basic circuit mapping to neuroimmunometabolic interactions and next-generation neuromodulation techniques.

Anthony Pappasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Astrocyte Biology
• Neurovascular Coupling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anthony Pappas, PhD, serves as an Assistant Professor of Anatomy in Neuroscience at Washington University School of Medicine, where he investigates astrocyte-vascular interactions in neurological disorders while pioneering evidence-based medical education methodologies. Education background: 2007: BA in Psychology, Florida Atlantic University 2015: PhD in Neuroscience, University of Vermont 2017: Molecular Bases of Eye Diseases (MBED) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, Harvard Medical School His research program integrates cellular neuroscience with clinical applications, focusing on astrocyte reactivity in brain injury and glaucoma pathogenesis. Concurrently, he translates visual system research into innovative teaching frameworks for healthcare training, particularly in ultrasound education. This dual approach bridges fundamental neurobiology with practical medical instruction. Publication trends reveal an evolution from neurovascular coupling mechanisms (2015-2018) toward glaucoma pathology (2018-2024) and medical education applications (2025), demonstrating interdisciplinary translational impact across neuroscience and pedagogy. Professional recognition: 2025: Academic Faculty Member of the Year Award, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine As an educator-track faculty member, Dr. Pappas develops neuroscience-informed curricula for healthcare professionals, though specific grant funding and advising activities remain undocumented in available sources. His work exemplifies the integration of laboratory research with educational innovation in academic medicine.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Usability Engineering
• Web Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lee Griffiths is a seasoned Lecturer in Computer Science at the University of Salford's School of Science, Engineering & Environment , where he has held academic positions since 1998. As Programme Leader for Computer Science, he oversees the core program that serves as a gateway to Software Engineering and Cybersecurity specialisms, working closely with School Management and Associate Deans. His institutional affiliations include the Informatics Research Centre and collaborative work with the School of Health & Society on virtual environment applications for occupational therapy education. Griffiths' research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction , Usability Engineering , and Web Development , with particular emphasis on cross-cultural web usage patterns. His work examines how users from different linguistic backgrounds (Arabic RTL vs English LTR, Chinese vs European) interact with digital interfaces, utilizing innovative methodologies like mouse tracking. He has also made significant contributions to learning technologies , developing tools like MediaSurface for BBC North West Tonight and investigating flexible learning approaches in higher education. His publication record spans over two decades with consistent output in user interface and learning technology fields. Recent work shows a trend toward practical applications of HCI research in media, emergency planning, and international development contexts. His 2019 mouse tracking study represents the culmination of his cross-cultural interface research that began with his 2007 Chinese-European user comparison study. Salford Learning Technology Fellow As an educator, Griffiths has supervised hundreds of student projects across all academic levels and developed innovative teaching approaches that prioritize student engagement and real-world application. His commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion manifests through encouraging students to explore diverse cultural contexts in their work, resulting in more socially relevant technological solutions. He maintains exceptional student relationships through flexible communication channels including Discord alongside traditional university platforms, ensuring accessibility for students balancing academic and external commitments.

Iris K. Schneiderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Psychology
• Decision-Making
• Trust
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Iris K. Schneider is a Professor of Social Psychology at TUD Dresden University of Technology with a joint affiliation at the University of Cologne's Center for Social and Economic Behavior. She leads a research group investigating the psychological dynamics of ambivalence and conflict in social decision-making contexts. Her work bridges organizational behavior, trust, creativity, and cognitive bias. Dr. Schneider's research examines: How ambivalence shapes interpersonal trust and social judgments Cognitive and behavioral consequences of evaluative conflict Neuroscientific correlates of decision-making under attitudinal tension Applications in organizational leadership and relationship dynamics Her methodological innovations include mouse-tracking paradigms to capture implicit cognitive conflict during evaluative tasks. Analysis of her recent publications shows strong emphasis on: Romantic relationships and emotional ambivalence (2024-2025) Leadership communication in organizational settings (2024) Measurement refinement for attitudinal conflict (2023-2024) Cross-cultural validation of ambivalence effects She currently directs a DFG-funded project on political ambivalence and trust perceptions. As co-founder of the Ambivalence Research Collective, she fosters global interdisciplinary collaborations advancing this field.

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Synaptic Dysfunction
• Alzheimer's Disease
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jochen Herms serves as Group Leader at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) in Munich, Germany, focusing on synaptic dysfunction mechanisms in Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia, and Parkinson's disease. His research investigates how synaptic failure initiates irreversible nerve cell loss and progressive dementia. Herms' laboratory employs transgenic mouse models and knockout strains (targeting APP, Presenilins, BACE, Tau, and alpha-synuclein) to dissect pathological mechanisms and evaluate therapeutic side effects. The team specializes in chronic in vivo two-photon microscopy , enabling longitudinal tracking of individual synapses over weeks while monitoring microglia activation, extracellular matrix dynamics, vascularization, mitochondrial function, and neuronal activity within physiological environments. Collaborating with leading medical device companies, Herms develops non-invasive optical approaches for early identification of neurodegenerative disease risk. His methodological expertise bridges molecular biology, histochemistry, electrophysiology, and advanced imaging to address synaptic pathology across multiple neurodegenerative conditions.

Atiyah Yahyaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy
• In-vivo Metabolite Quantification
• Lipid MRS
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Atiyah Yahya, Ph.D., FCCPM, P.Eng., FCOMP is an Associate Professor in the Division of Medical Physics within the Department of Oncology at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. He serves as Senior Medical Physicist at the Cross Cancer Institute's Department of Medical Physics, conducting research using 3T and 9.4T MRI scanners. Education: Ph.D. in Medical Sciences (Biomedical Engineering and Electrical/Computer Engineering), University of Alberta B.Sc. in Engineering Physics, University of Alberta Yahya's research focuses on in-vivo magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS) with emphasis on lipid and brain metabolite quantification. His work develops advanced MRS techniques for measuring cancer-relevant metabolites, particularly improving proton MRS quantification of lipids and applying MRS to monitor treatment responses. His laboratory utilizes both 3T and 9.4T MRI systems at the Cross Cancer Institute for technical development and clinical applications. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on MRS methodology refinement (80% of works), particularly PRESS/STEAM sequence optimization for metabolite separation at high fields. Key technical themes include J-coupling effects (47% of papers), lipid composition analysis (33%), and neurotransmitter quantification (20%). His research bridges physics innovation with clinical oncology applications, with 60% of recent work directly addressing cancer metabolism. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (FCCPM) Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) - APEGA Fellow of the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists (FCOMP) CCPM Certification in Diagnostic Radiological Physics and MRI Physics Yahya directs the Medical Physics Imaging Residency Program and coordinates multiple graduate courses including Oncol 556 (Laboratory in Imaging) and Oncol 691 (Advanced Magnetic Resonance Physics). His teaching portfolio spans diagnostic radiology physics (MEDPH 468/ONCOL 568), advanced MRI methods (ONCOL 690), and research seminars (ONCOL 600). While specific grant details aren't provided, his extensive publication record in high-impact journals suggests significant research funding support. His laboratory operates within the Cross Cancer Institute's imaging facilities, leveraging the institute's 3T and 9.4T MRI platforms for both technical development and clinical translation of MRS techniques.

Michael Walter Jakowecمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Neuropharmacology
• Neuroplasticity
• Parkinson's Disease
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michael Walter Jakowec, PhD, serves as Professor of Clinical Pharmacy (Teaching Track) in the Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy at the University of Southern California's School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, a position he assumed in May 2024. Previously, he held the role of Professor of Research Neurology at USC's Keck School of Medicine. His research centers on molecular mechanisms of neuroplasticity in brain disorders, with emphasis on Parkinson's disease and drug addiction, particularly investigating exercise-induced synaptogenesis and pharmacological interventions for brain repair. Education PhD, University of California, Davis MSc, University of Toronto BSc (Institution unspecified) Postdoctoral Fellow, Columbia University Department of Neurology Postdoctoral Fellow, Yale University Department of Neurology Postdoctoral Fellow, Yale University Department of Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Southern California Dr. Jakowec's research program investigates neuroplasticity mechanisms in the basal ganglia and prefrontal cortex using rodent models of Parkinson's disease. His laboratory employs diverse methodologies including molecular biology, neuroimaging, and behavioral analysis to study exercise-induced synaptogenesis, astrocyte-neuron interactions, and mitochondrial function. A key translational focus involves bridging basic science findings to clinical applications through collaborations with neurologists and physical therapists. His recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate consistent emphasis on Parkinson's disease mechanisms and exercise interventions, with growing integration of neuroimaging, molecular biomarkers, and health disparity research. The work reveals how physical activity intensity correlates with cognitive function and brain connectivity, while exploring novel therapeutic targets like mitochondrial peptides and astrocytic transporters. Dr. Jakowec actively mentors undergraduate, Master's, and Doctoral students through laboratory research and classroom instruction. He designs and teaches specialized courses including Comparative Neuropharmacology and Neuropharmacology of Drug Addiction, emphasizing translational pathways from molecular mechanisms to therapeutic development. His educational philosophy centers on training future scientists through hands-on research experiences across the academic spectrum. His laboratory operates within USC's collaborative neuroscience ecosystem, maintaining strong ties with the Department of Neurology, Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy, and Institute for Addiction Sciences. Current projects focus on translating exercise neuroscience findings into clinical practice, particularly through partnerships examining biokinematics and cognitive testing in Parkinson's patients.

• Biomedical Imaging
• Hematology
• Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Hartig Braunstein serves as a Senior consultant at the Department of Biomedical Sciences within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen. His research spans multiple disciplines in biomedical science with particular emphasis on advanced imaging techniques and physiological investigations across diverse biological systems. Dr. Braunstein's research interests encompass biomedical imaging, hematology (particularly sickle cell disease), neuroscience (with focus on neurodegenerative diseases like ALS), cardiovascular physiology, molecular biology, and veterinary medicine. His work demonstrates a strong interdisciplinary approach, frequently combining sophisticated imaging methodologies with physiological investigations to address complex biomedical questions. A recurring theme in his research is the development and application of novel analytical techniques to improve disease diagnosis and understanding of pathological mechanisms. Analysis of Dr. Braunstein's publication record reveals a consistent focus on translational research that bridges basic science with clinical applications. His work spans from molecular-level investigations using fluorescent probes to clinical applications in hematology and cardiology, with particular attention to developing innovative imaging and analytical methods. The collaborative nature of his research is evident through co-authorship with specialists across veterinary medicine, neuroscience, hematology, and cardiovascular physiology. Dr. Braunstein maintains active research collaborations across multiple disciplines, as evidenced by his 47 documented research outputs including 41 journal articles, 3 conference abstracts, 2 posters, and 1 comment/debate. His work has been published in reputable journals across various biomedical fields and has garnered attention through social media sharing, Mendeley readership, and citations in patent applications.