جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Evolutionary Biology
• Epigenetics
• Social Insects
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Eamonn Mallon is Professor of Evolutionary Biology and Associate Dean of Research in the Department of Genetics and Genome Biology at the University of Leicester. His research investigates evolutionary biology, epigenetics, and social insect behavior, with particular focus on DNA methylation's role in development, aging, and social organization in insects. Research explores epigenetic mechanisms in diverse insect systems including bumblebees, parasitoid wasps, and Daphnia. Investigates how environmental factors like pollution affect insect microbiomes and how epigenetic processes mediate evolutionary adaptations and phenotypic plasticity. Recent work examines DNA methylation in developmental programming, aging processes, caste determination in social insects, and environmental influences on epigenetic systems. Research integrates molecular biology, genomics, and evolutionary ecology approaches.

Mark Robinsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Host-Parasite Interactions
• Molecular Parasitology
• Proteomics
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Dr. Mark Robinson is a Reader (equivalent to Associate Professor) at Queen's University Belfast's School of Biological Sciences and the Institute for Global Food Security. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Zoology and PhD in Molecular Parasitology from Queen's University, followed by postdoctoral research on shellfish toxins and nematode proteomics. Awarded prestigious fellowships including the BBSRC Wain International Fellowship and UTS Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellowship, he joined Queen's as faculty in 2012. Research Focus: Specializes in host-parasite interactions using proteomics and molecular biology tools. Core interests include: Secreted pathogen molecules at host-pathogen interface Helminth extracellular vesicles Biochemistry of parasite proteases Immunomodulatory peptides in trematodes Molecular mechanisms of Fasciola and Calicophoron infections Awards & Honors: Fellow of Royal Society of Biology (2023) Fellow of Higher Education Academy (2013) BBSRC Wain International Fellowship (2007) Trailblazer Research Commercialisation Award (2010) QUB PGR supervisory excellence nomination (2017) Academic Service: Leads PhD projects on helminth infections, serves as journal editor (Pathogens, Tropical Medicine), and conducts extensive peer review (26+ activities). External examiner for University of Edinburgh and organizer for international parasitology conferences.

• Taxonomy
• Systematics
• Environmental Quality
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Mirella Clausi is a Researcher at the Department of Biological, Geological, and Environmental Sciences of the University of Catania , affiliated with the Animal Biology Section (Via Androne 81). Her academic career spans over three decades, with a Degree in Biological Sciences (1988, 110/110 cum laude) and a PhD in Evolutionary Biology (1994) . She has held multiple roles, including Contract Researcher (1995–1996) , Post-Doctoral Fellow (1997–1999) , Fixed-Term Researcher (2001–2005) , and Research Fellow (2006–2008) , before becoming a Permanent Researcher in 2008 and a confirmed researcher at the department since 2011. Research Focus: Mirella specializes in Nematology , with research lines encompassing Taxonomy and Systematics of Nematodes , their role in assessing Environmental Quality , biodiversity of Entomopathogenic Nematodes , and applications in Biological Control . She has also advanced methods for Soil Quality Indices , contributing to ecological and environmental studies. Academic Contributions: She has taught Environmental Animal Bioindicators and Environmental Nematology since 2006 and 2010, respectively, and actively participates in institutional tasks. As Chair of the Internship Committee for the Master's Degree in Environmental Biology , she has shaped academic programs and collaborated internationally through Erasmus agreements with institutions in Austria, Poland, Russia, and Iran.

Siva Vanapalliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Cancer
• Aging
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Dr. Siva Vanapalli is a Professor at Texas Tech University's Department of Chemical Engineering, holding the Bryan Pearce Bagley Regents Chair in Engineering. His research integrates microfluidics, biophysics, and healthspan studies in the C. elegans model organism, with applications in cancer diagnostics and space biology. Education : PhD (University of Michigan, 2006), MSc (Penn State, 2001), BTech (IIT Kharagpur, 1998) Key Research Areas : Microfluidic device development, tumor cell mechanics, aging research, and C. elegans phenotyping Commercialization : Holds patents in cancer cell detection and aging assays Recent publications demonstrate his leadership in microfluidic cancer diagnostics, aging pathways, and spaceflight biomedical research. His lab has produced 18+ peer-reviewed works since 2018, including 4 in 2023 alone. Notable awards include the 2020 Regents Chair distinction and multiple President's Awards for research excellence and commercialization. Dr. Vanapalli's group has mentored 8 graduate students to completion, with recent graduates like Leila Alizadeh (2020 PhD) and Shamim Ahmed (2020 PhD) making significant contributions to cancer cell mechanics and C. elegans aging studies. The lab maintains active collaborations with NASA for space biology experiments and the Benian Lab for muscle research.

Lilyana Markova Kolevaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Plant Protection
• Plant Nematology
• Host Plant Resistance to Biotic Stress Factors
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Lilyana Markova Koleva is an Associate Professor in Entomology at the Department of Plant Protection, Faculty of Agronomy, University of Forestry, Sofia. She leads lectures on Chemical Plant Protection, Non-insect Pests, and Sustainable Use of Pesticides, among other courses. Education: 1994: Graduated from Agricultural University of Plovdiv (Plant Protection and Agroecology). 2002: Advanced training at Georg-August University, Göttingen, Germany (Institute of Plant Pathology and Plant Protection). 2006: PhD in Plant Protection, Agrarentomology, from the University of Forestry, Sofia. Research Interests: Her work focuses on Plant Protection , particularly Plant Nematology and Host Plant Resistance to Biotic Stress Factors . She explores integrated pest management, nematode population dynamics, and sustainable agricultural practices. Recent Publications Trends: Her 2024–2021 studies address grape erineum mites, root-knot nematodes in potato fields, antioxidant-based pest resistance in sunflowers, and sustainable nematode management in solanaceous crops. Research spans organic farming, intercropping, and biological control methods in raspberry and strawberry production systems. Teaching: She teaches Non-insect Pests, Chemical Plant Protection, Forecasting in Plant Protection, and Phytopharmacy at the BSc and MSc levels. Her courses emphasize sustainable pesticide use and biological testing of plant protection products.

• Entomopathogenic Nematodes
• Plant Health Protection
• Agroecology
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Prof. Dr. Branimir Nježić serves as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Banja Luka, specializing in Plant Protection and Agroecology. His career spans over 15 years of active research in entomopathogenic nematodes and plant-parasitic nematodes, with significant contributions to integrated pest management systems. Department of Plant Protection and Agroecology Research focus: Biological control of insect pests Dr. Nježić leads and participates in multiple national and international projects related to pest monitoring and sustainable agriculture. His scientific work has been published in journals like Journal of Applied Entomology , EPPO Bulletin , and European Journal of Plant Pathology , with particular emphasis on invasive species like Drosophila suzukii and Globodera pallida. His laboratory-based and field research explores nematode virulence against soft scales, sawflies, and fruit pests, while also investigating plant-nematode interactions like Tagetes patula's effects on Meloidogyne chitwoodi. He contributes to national phytosanitary programs and develops training materials for agricultural practitioners.

• Parasitology
• Veterinary Medicine
• Zoonotic Diseases
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Professor Danica Bogunović is an academic at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Belgrade, specializing in parasitology with a focus on zoonotic diseases and public health implications of animal parasites. Her work bridges clinical parasitology with environmental contamination studies. Affiliation: Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Belgate Research Interests: Parasitology, Zoonotic Diseases, Veterinary Medicine, Public Health, Clinical Parasitology, Infectious Diseases Her recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to parasite epidemiology, including molecular diagnostics, environmental risk assessments, and evaluation of natural antiparasitic compounds. She investigates both domestic and wild carnivores as reservoirs for zoonotic agents. Email: danicab@vet.bg.ac.rs

Martin Harterinkمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neurobiology
• Cell Biology
• Biophysics
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Martin Harterink is a researcher in the Department of Biology at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science. His work focuses on unraveling the mechanisms that shape and organize neurons using the nematode C. elegans as a model organism. He leads an independent research group supported by an NWO-VENI postdoc grant, investigating the role of the neuronal cytoskeleton, particularly microtubule organization and motor protein dynamics. His research highlights include groundbreaking studies on microtubule polarity, axon/dendrite development, and intercellular signaling in neuronal robustness. Key collaborators include Casper Hoogenraad, Lukas Kapitein, and Anna Akhmanova, with whom he has co-authored multiple high-impact publications. PhD in C. elegans Wnt signaling (Hubrecht Institute) NWO-VENI grant recipient Leading C. elegans neurobiology research group Martin's team includes PhD students Lisa Anderer and Yaren Canten. His work integrates advanced genetic techniques and microscopy to study microtubule dynamics, with implications for understanding neurological disorders and cellular transport mechanisms.

Maria Ermolaevaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Aging
• Mitochondrial Biology
• Metabolism
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Maria Ermolaeva is a Group Leader at the Leibniz Institute on Aging (FLI) and co-conceived the Center for Aging Research Jena (ZAJ) with Prof. Holger Bierhoff. Her lab employs Caenorhabditis elegans nematodes and mammalian cell/organoid cultures to investigate aging mechanisms, focusing on metabolic alterations, stress responses, and host-microbiome interactions. Key Collaborations: Friedrich Schiller University, Thuringian Ministry of Economics, European Social Fund Research Themes: Mitochondrial homeostasis, Proteostasis, Epigenetic changes, CRISPR screens for ER stress Research Focus: The lab explores how age-related metabolic shifts, proteotoxic stress, and microbiota influence neuronal aging and protein aggregation disorders. Projects include: Characterizing UV-B as a dietary restriction mimetic Linking nucleolar integrity to aging diagnostics Identifying probiotics for longevity Studying circadian clock disruption in proteostasis CRISPR-based longevity gene discovery Publication Trends: Recent work emphasizes mitochondrial bioenergetics, lipid metabolism, and hormetic stress responses. Collaborations span proteomics core facilities and European research networks. Students: Supervises doctoral candidates and postdocs including Prerana Shrikant Chaudhari, Xuemin Gong, and Eberechukwu Maryann Okoli. Core Facilities: Utilizes FLI's proteomics, lipidomics, and CRISPR screening platforms. Partners with Thuringian industry for translational applications.

Ronette Gehringمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Veterinary Medicine
• Veterinary Pharmacology
• Pharmacokinetics
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Prof. Dr. Ronette Gehring is a Professor of Veterinary Pharmacology at Utrecht University's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, affiliated with the Department of Population Health Sciences and the Institute for Risk Assessment Sciences (IRAS). She holds expertise in Veterinary Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, and Computational Modelling. Her research focuses on predictive veterinary pharmacology, leveraging mathematical models to understand interspecies differences in drug responses, thereby reducing animal experimentation and improving treatment strategies. Educated at the University of Pretoria (DVM, 1996; MMedVet, 2000), she has held academic roles at North Carolina State University (Research Assistant Professor, 2001–2006) and Kansas State University (2006–2017). She joined Utrecht University in 2017. Her work emphasizes data science and life sciences, particularly planetary health and science for life applications. She is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology and the European College of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology. Her research integrates computational modelling and biostatistics to address pharmacological challenges across species. She teaches Veterinary Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacy, emphasizing evidence-based practice. Her publications (over 100 peer-reviewed articles) focus on feed additives, drug safety, and predictive pharmacology.

Niels Ringstadمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• channels and transporters
• developmental genetics
• genome integrity
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Niels Ringstad is a Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and the Department of Neuroscience at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and serves as Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Cell Biology. He holds a PhD from Yale University and completed postdoctoral training in the Horvitz Laboratory at MIT. His research focuses on understanding molecular mechanisms underlying neuromodulatory systems in the brain, using the nematode C. elegans as a model organism to study serotonin, dopamine, and neuropeptide signaling. His work also explores the discovery of novel neuroactive compounds targeting neuromodulation in vivo. Education: PhD in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from Yale University. Postdoctoral Training: MIT, Horvitz Laboratory (Developmental Biology and Genetics). His research interests include developmental genetics, genome integrity, and behavioral genetics. He investigates how neuromodulatory systems control behaviors such as food sensing, chemosensory responses, and reproductive behavior, leveraging C. elegans ' genetic tractability. Key areas include the role of ion channels in mechanosensation, vesicular transporters in neurotransmission, and microbial metabolite interactions with endogenous signaling pathways. Ringstad’s lab has developed innovative tools like the SAMPL system for high-throughput behavioral analysis in small organisms. His publications span topics from neurodevelopmental mechanisms to neuropharmacology, with a focus on translating findings to treat neurological disorders. His work bridges molecular, cellular, and translational neuroscience to advance our understanding of neuromodulation in health and disease. His lab is located at 540-562 First Avenue, New York, NY 10016, and can be reached via email or phone at 212-263-3753.

Claire Morgan-Daviesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Precision Livestock Farming
• Small Ruminant Management
• Electronic Identification
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Claire Morgan-Davies is a Reader in Integrated Land Management at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC), where she leads research at the Hill & Mountain Research Centre. She holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh, an Ingenieur en Agriculture degree from UniLaSalle, and a Master's in Land Resource Management from Cranfield University. Her research focuses on extensive livestock production systems, particularly in hill and mountain areas. Dr. Morgan-Davies specializes in precision livestock farming technologies, electronic identification systems, and sustainable intensification approaches for sheep and goat farming. Her work examines the intersection of technology adoption, farm economics, and animal welfare in marginal agricultural environments. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on practical applications of digital technologies in small ruminant farming. Her research spans precision monitoring systems, welfare assessment tools, and economic analyses of technology adoption. The work demonstrates increasing integration of sensor technologies, data analytics, and farmer-centered approaches to address challenges in extensive farming systems. British Society of Animal Science, President's Prize (2016) Dr. Morgan-Davies has successfully supervised multiple PhD students on topics related to precision livestock farming and sheep management. She leads significant research projects including EU H2020 initiatives TechCare (£4.9 million) and Sm@RT (£1.7 million), focusing on integrating innovative technologies for small ruminant welfare management. Her grant portfolio demonstrates strong international collaboration across European research institutions. She actively contributes to the Hill & Mountain Research Centre at SRUC and collaborates with international networks including the Precision Livestock Farming Scientific Commission of EAAP, where she serves as Vice-President. Her work bridges academic research with practical farming applications through extensive knowledge exchange activities with the agricultural industry.

• Soil Ecology
• Agricultural Microbiology
• Agroecology
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Dr. Sara Cazzaniga is a Researcher in the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich, affiliated with the Professorship for Global Ecosystem Ecology. Her work focuses on soil ecology, microbial interactions in agroecosystems, and the role of cover crops in enhancing soil health and suppressing pests. She investigates how plant-based manipulations influence soil microbiota and nematode communities to promote sustainable agricultural practices. Her research interests include soil microbiology, plant-microbe interactions, and the application of molecular tools like SSU rRNA sequencing to monitor soil communities. She has conducted field experiments across multiple locations to assess cover crop impacts on soil biodiversity and crop growth. Recent studies highlight her exploration of nematode antagonists' steerability via cover crops and the legacy effects of cover crops on microbial communities. While no scientific awards are listed, her contributions to understanding belowground ecosystems are significant. She collaborates within the Global Ecosystem Ecology team at ETH Zurich and has published widely on topics like microbiome steering and sustainable agroecology.

Intiaz Amin Chowdhuryمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Nematology
• Plant Pathology
• Crop Protection
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Dr. Intiaz Amin Chowdhury is an Assistant Professor specializing in Cotton and Vegetable Crop Nematology at the University of Georgia. His research focuses on developing sustainable management strategies for plant-parasitic nematodes affecting agricultural crops in the southeastern United States, particularly root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) in vegetable and cotton production systems. His program investigates nematode biology, host-pathogen interactions, and chemical/non-chemical control methods. Dr. Chowdhury holds a PhD in Plant Pathology from North Dakota State University and collaborates with extension services to translate research findings into practical farming solutions. His work supports Georgia's agricultural industry through improved crop protection protocols.

Madhusudhana R. Jangaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant Genetics
• Crop Improvement
• Abiotic Stress Tolerance
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Dr. Madhusudhana R. Janga is an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University, holding dual affiliations with the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences and the Institute of Genomics for Crop Abiotic Stress Tolerance (IGCAST). As Director of the Plant Transformation Facility, he specializes in plant tissue culture and transformation technologies. His research focuses on enhancing crop resilience to abiotic and biotic stresses through advanced genomics, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, and Agrobacterium-mediated transformation. Key areas include improving crop yields, nutritional content, and stress tolerance via rapid gene characterization methods like virus-induced gene silencing (VIGS). Dr. Janga earned his Ph.D. from Osmania University, India, and held prior roles as Assistant Director at the University of Missouri’s Plant Transformation Core Facility, Staff Scientist at Sanford Research, and Postdoctoral Associate at Texas A&M University. His lab collaborates extensively to provide plant transformation services, advancing crop improvement programs. Research Interests: Gene function elucidation and crop trait enhancement CRISPR/Cas9 and genome editing applications Stable transgenic plant development Abiotic stress tolerance mechanisms Lab Team: Postdoctoral Research Associate: Archana Khadgi (peanut/cotton genome editing) Research Aid: Pankaj Verma M.S. Student: Sri Harsha Vardhan Reddy Lankireddy (cotton transformation efficiency) Research Assistant: Sai Krishna Lekkala Publications: Recent work includes studies on CRISPR-edited crops, microbial community analysis in nematode-infested soils, and kidney cell signaling mechanisms. His research bridges fundamental biology with applied crop improvement, emphasizing transgenic tools and stress resilience. Affiliations: Institute of Genomics for Crop Abiotic Stress Tolerance (IGCAST) Janga Lab at Texas Tech University