جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christopher Douseمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Epigenetics
• Chromatin regulation
• Transposable elements
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Christopher Douse is a Researcher and Principal Investigator at Lund University, leading research in Epigenetics and Chromatin Dynamics. He serves as Principal Investigator at both LUCC (Lund University Cancer Centre) and StemTherapy: National Initiative on Stem Cells for Regenerative Therapy. His work focuses on the epigenetic regulation of repetitive genetic elements and their impact on human brain development and disease. His research interests center on epigenetic control of repetitive elements (genomic dark matter), chromatin regulation in stem cell models of the human brain, and the mechanisms by which repetitive genetic elements influence brain evolution, development, and degeneration. His laboratory applies biochemical and functional genomic methods to explore these questions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on transposable elements, particularly retrotransposons, and their regulation through epigenetic mechanisms. His work spans chromatin structure, DNA methylation, heterochromatin formation, and the impact of these processes on neurological development and disease. The research has implications for understanding both normal brain development and neurological disorders. Dr. Douse is actively supervising PhD students, including Carrie Davis-Hansson, and has secured significant research funding, notably from the Silicon Valley Community Foundation for his project on epigenetic control of genomic repeats in the human brain. His collaborative network is extensive, with recent work involving researchers across multiple institutions and disciplines, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of epigenetics and chromatin research.

Linnea Khodiarمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Educational Sciences
• Teacher Education
• Professional Identity
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Linnea Khodiar is a doctoral student and researcher at Lund University's Department of Educational Sciences within the Faculties of Humanities and Theology. She is part of the ROCIT graduate school, a collaborative network of eight universities focusing on teacher education. Her work investigates the professional identity formation and socialization of newly graduated teachers in market-driven school contexts. Research Focus Her research examines how neoliberal marketization impacts teacher development and professional identity construction. Key themes include: Teacher socialization in market-oriented educational environments Professional identity dynamics in contemporary school systems Collaborative networks in teacher education (ROCit project) Contact Information Email: linnea.khodiar@uvet.lu.se Visiting Address: Instrumentmakaregränden 1, MNO-huset, Lund Postal Address: Box 117, 221 00 Lund Internal Post Code: 11

• Neuroscience
• Molecular Neurogenetics
• Stem Cell Research
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Johan Jakobsson is a Professor and Research Team Manager at Lund University, Faculty of Medicine , leading the Molecular Neurogenetics team. He is a Principal Investigator for multiple national initiatives including StemTherapy , MultiPark (Parkinson’s Disease Research) , and LUCC (Lund University Cancer Centre) , with affiliations to Infect@LU and extensive grant funding. Roles: Professor, Research Team Manager, Principal Investigator (StemTherapy, MultiPark, LUCC), Affiliated Researcher (Infect@LU) Research Focus: Transposable elements in human brain evolution, neurodegenerative diseases, brain tumors, aging. Expertise in stem cell cultures, viral vectors, gene editing, and bioinformatics. Grants: Funded by Hjärnfonden, Swedish Research Council, Cancerfonden, and collaborative grants for projects on epigenetics in glioblastoma and X-linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism. Publications highlight work on transposable elements, neurodegeneration, and cancer. Recent articles focus on TNF inhibitors in Parkinson’s models, macrophage lipid droplets in glioblastoma, and epigenetic regulation of transposons. Collaborations span neuroscience, oncology, and bioinformatics. Scientific Awards: Recipient of the Neurofortis Young Investigator Award (2010) He contributes to academic infrastructure via the Adeno-associated Vector (AAV) Platform and participates in multidisciplinary networks like MultiPark and StemTherapy .

Dick Wågsäterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vascular Biology
• Inflammatory Diseases
• Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dick Wågsäter is a Professor at the Department of Medical Cell Biology, Uppsala University, leading research on immune cell activation and vascular remodeling in abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) . His work spans translational approaches using patient samples, cell culture, and in vivo models to identify novel signaling pathways and drug targets. He also contributes to research on colorectal cancer and cardiovascular implications of genetic polymorphisms . Current research focuses on: Metabolic reprogramming in AAA progression Chemokine and cytokine signaling in vascular inflammation MicroRNA as biomarkers for cardiovascular diseases Pharmacogenomic analysis of metformin's vascular effects His recent publications (2018–2025) emphasize AAA pathogenesis , colorectal cancer genetics , and metabolic-immune interactions . Key collaborators include clinical researchers at Uppsala University Hospital. His group includes doctoral student Levar Shamoun and research assistant Nikiforos Chandrinos . Contact: dick.wagsater@mcb.uu.se | Phone: 018-471 43 96

Bengt Perssonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Genomics
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Bengt Persson is a Professor of Bioinformatics at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Uppsala University , and serves as Director at NBIS – National Bioinformatics Infrastructure Sweden. His research spans computational biology, genomics, and molecular medicine, with a focus on cardiovascular diseases and genetic disorders. Recent work includes: Transcriptomic and metabolomic studies in heart failure subtypes Computational analysis of dehydrogenase enzymes Iron deficiency pathophysiology in cardiac patients Development of bioinformatics infrastructure (e.g., ELIXIR-EXCELERATE, bio.tools registry) His publications (2013–2024) reflect collaborations with multidisciplinary teams across computational biology, cardiology, and endocrinology. Current projects integrate genomic data with clinical outcomes in large patient cohorts.

Marian Codreanuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wireless Networking
• Signal Processing
• Machine Learning
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Marian Codreanu is a Senior Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Science and Technology (ITN), within the Communications and Transport Systems (KTS) division. He holds a M.Sc. from the University Politehnica of Bucharest (1998) and a Ph.D. from the University of Oulu, Finland (2007), where his thesis was recognized as the best in technical sciences. He has held roles including Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow (2019) and Academy of Finland Research Fellow (2013). His research focuses on information freshness optimization, sparse signal processing, and machine learning applications in wireless networking. Dr. Codreanu’s work spans wireless communications, statistical signal processing, and mathematical optimization. He co-founded the Nordic Workshop on System and Network Optimization for Wireless (SNOW) and served as IEEE Vice Chair (2011–2018). His contributions include over 100 journal/conference papers and co-authored books like Compressed Sensing with Applications in Wireless Networks (2019) and Weighted Sum-Rate Maximization in Wireless Networks (2012). His research group, Wireless Optimization and Analytics, develops models and algorithms for wireless network performance and data analytics. Key projects include B-PREPARED (disaster preparedness) and EAN (electric aircraft networks). His work integrates theoretical advancements with practical applications in smart cities, logistics, and air traffic management.

• Molecular Toxicology
• Immunology
• Environmental Health
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Harri Alenius is a Professor of Molecular Toxicology and Head of the Systems Toxicology Unit at the Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet. He holds a PhD from Tampere University (1997) and conducted research at the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (1996–2016). His research focuses on environmental exposures' impact on immunity, particularly host-microbiome interactions in skin diseases like atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, and the effects of chemical pollutants on metabolic health. He leads major projects such as BIOMAP (skin disease biomarkers) and the Karelia Allergy Study (environmental-microbiome links to allergies). His work integrates OMICs data, clinical cohorts, and experimental models. Education: PhD in Cellular & Molecular Biology, Tampere University (1997); Postdoc at Harvard Medical School (1998–2000) Research Interests: Investigating environmental toxicants, microbiota, and immune interactions. Key areas include host-microbe dynamics in skin inflammation, chemically induced metabolic disruption, and nanosafety. Collaborates with teams on projects funded by IMI, Swedish Research Council, and FORMAS. Recent publications explore transcriptomics in allergy, microbiome roles in psoriasis, and effects of nanomaterials on lung and gut health. Alenius chairs SweNanoSafe’s expert panel and advocates for biodiversity’s role in allergy prevention. Grants & Projects: Leads BIOMAP (IMI-funded), Karelia Allergy Study (Swedish Research Council), and studies on chemical-microbiome interactions in metabolic disorders (FORMAS-funded). His lab uses zebrafish and mouse models, combining bioinformatics and systems biology approaches.

Sten Grillnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurosciences
• Motor Control
• Neural Circuits
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Sten Grillner is a Senior Professor at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Neuroscience, focusing on the cellular and evolutionary basis of motor behavior. His research integrates neurophysiology, computational modeling, and evolutionary biology to understand neural circuits controlling movement, with a focus on lamprey models and basal ganglia function. His work explores how motor systems evolved, including the role of pH-sensing neurons and the neural basis of action selection. Key research areas include: motor control mechanisms; evolution of vertebrate forebrain structures; modeling neural networks (e.g., striatum and spinal circuits); and the role of dopamine and other neuromodulators in behavior. His group's projects are funded by the Swedish Research Council, EU initiatives like the Human Brain Project, and Karolinska Institutet. Publications span over 50 years, with recent work on basal ganglia microcircuits, computational neuroscience frameworks, and evolutionary insights from lamprey models. His team's interdisciplinary approach bridges experimental and theoretical neuroscience, contributing to understanding both normal motor function and neurological disorders.

Anna Krookمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cell and Molecular Biology
• Endocrinology and Diabetes
• Physiology and Anatomy
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Anna Krook is a Professor of Integrative Physiology at the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, and chairs the Strategic Research Programme in Diabetes. Her research focuses on skeletal muscle metabolism, insulin action, and metabolic disease mechanisms. She holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (UK) and has authored numerous publications in top journals. Education: BSc (University of East Anglia), MSc (Queen's University), PhD (University of Cambridge). Research interests include non-coding RNA regulation, transcriptional control of metabolism, and the effects of exercise and diabetes on muscle physiology. Key awards include the DPLU/LUDC Nordic Prize (2013). Current grants include studies on genomic plasticity in insulin resistance and miRNA regulation of muscle metabolism. Her lab collaborates internationally on metabolic health and diabetes research.

• Cancer and Oncology
• Cell and Molecular Biology
• Medical Genetics and Genomics
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Weng-Onn Lui is a Professor in Experimental Oncology at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Oncology-Pathology. His research focuses on small RNA biology, particularly microRNAs' roles in cancer development, drug resistance, and viral oncogenesis. He leads the 'Small RNAs in cancer development' research group, part of the Medical Genetics division under Catharina Larsson's group. Education: PhD in Medical Genetics (Karolinska Institutet, 2002), BSc in Applied Science (Tunku Abdul Rahman College, Malaysia, 1996). Postdoctoral training at Stanford University (2004-2008) under Andrew Fire, and earlier postdoc experience in Molecular Medicine at Karolinska (2002-2004). Previous academic roles include Associate Professor (2014-2024), Senior Lecturer (2016-2024), and Swedish Research Council fellowships (2008-2016). Key research areas include molecular mechanisms of Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), miRNA regulation in drug resistance (e.g., BRAF inhibitors, imatinib), and Dicer enzyme dysfunction in cancer. His work bridges in vitro and in vivo models to explore miRNA-driven tumor progression and therapy response. Notable awards include AACR-Ortho Biotech Scholar awards (2003, 2005-2006), the Stanford Comprehensive Cancer Center Translational Research Award (2007), and Swedish Research Council fellowships. Current grants include funding from the Swedish Cancer Society and Karolinska Institutet. Advisory roles: Supervised PhD students Hannah Björn Andtback (2022) and Yaije Yang (2021). Active collaborations include teams at Fudan University (China), U Mass Medical School (USA), and Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich (Germany). His lab investigates viral-driven cancer pathways, miRNA biomarkers, and therapeutic resistance mechanisms. Laboratory affiliations: Based at Karolinska University Hospital-Solna (BioClinicum J6:20) with cross-disciplinary ties to the Catharina Larsson group. Research outputs span over 100 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Autophagy , Cancer Research , and Developmental Cell .

Gilad Silberbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Basal Ganglia
• Sensory Processing
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Gilad Silberberg is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm. His research focuses on the functional organization of neuronal circuits in the basal ganglia and neocortex, particularly their roles in sensory and motor functions. He leads the Gilad Silberberg group, which employs electrophysiological, optical, and computational methods to study synaptic connectivity and microcircuit dynamics. Education: Docent (Associate Professor) at Karolinska Institutet (2011). Key research interests include striatal microcircuits, cortico-striatal pathways, and dopamine regulation. His work has been supported by grants from the Wallenberg Academy Fellowship (2012, 2017), Swedish Research Council, StratNeuro program, and EU Horizon 2020 (AND-PD project). Scientific achievements include identifying polysynaptic inhibitory pathways in the striatum, characterizing cortico-striatal sensorimotor interactions, and elucidating the role of astrocyte-derived neurons in striatal circuits. Awards include the Wallenberg Academy Fellowships for outstanding research contributions. Lab activities involve collaborations across multiple institutions, including Umeå University and Royal Institute of Technology. Ongoing projects explore bilateral sensorimotor processing, dopamine's impact on sensory integration, and the claustrum's role in functional modules. The lab also investigates mechanisms of bacterial brain invasion in meningitis and nicotine's effects on reward circuits. Key funding sources: Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, Swedish Medical Research Council (VR-M), Hjärnfonden Key collaborations: StratNeuro Strategic Research Program, EU AND-PD consortium

• Lung Cancer Research
• Oncology
• Genetic Epidemiology
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Mikael Johansson is an Associate Professor and senior consultant physician at the Department of Diagnostics and Intervention (Oncology Section) at Umeå University. His research focuses on lung cancer etiology, biomarker development, genetic epidemiology, and clinical oncology. He leads studies on predictive biomarkers for targeted therapies, risk stratification using polygenic scores, and disparities in cancer outcomes. Key research interests include identifying genetic and epigenetic markers (e.g., DNA methylation, miRNA profiles) for early detection and risk assessment. He also investigates factors influencing treatment adherence and survival, particularly in Nordic healthcare systems. Collaborations include the Lung Cancer Cohort Consortium (LC3) and the INTEGRAL Program for biomarker validation. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research, with contributions to understanding sex and age disparities in cancer management and molecular mechanisms of lung cancer susceptibility. He is affiliated with research groups like the Håkan Hedman Lab and Per Fransson Lab, advancing multidisciplinary approaches in oncology.

• Digital Marketing
• Service Robotics
• Consumer Behavior
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Selcen Ozturkcan is a Full-time Permanent Faculty member and Docent of Business Administration at Linnaeus University since 2018. She holds dual roles as a Network Professor at Sabanci Business School and an upcoming Visiting Scholar at Harvard University’s Weatherhead Center. Her academic affiliations include memberships in prestigious organizations like the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council and the Baltic University Programme on Circular Economy. Affiliations: Linnaeus University (School of Business and Economics), Sabanci Business School, Harvard University (upcoming), EMLyon Business School (2021–2022). Roles: Editor for SAGE Open, PLOS ONE, and Humanities & Social Sciences Communications; Board Member of SULF Local Board; Advisory Board member for multiple journals and institutions. Grants: Received over 20 grants including STINT Sabbatical, SmålandsNavet Research Grant, and multiple TÜBİTAK awards. Research Interests: Her work bridges theory and practice in digital disruption, focusing on service robotics, AI-driven marketing, sustainable fashion, and crisis communication. She explores how technologies like humanoid robots, QR codes, and AR innovate consumer experiences while addressing ethical and sustainability challenges. Her research often intersects with social media analytics, disaster relief, and gender dynamics in entrepreneurship. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, including seminal works on CBDCs, fake news detection, and humanoid service robots in healthcare. Her 2023 study on the Türkiye-Syria earthquake leveraged AI and blockchain for disaster relief, while 2024 work on gendered crisis communication highlighted leadership differences during pandemics. Awards: Honored with Outstanding PhD Award (2007), Linnaeus University Strategic Research Grants (2019–2025), and multiple international research fellowships. Advising: Supervised 4 doctoral students focusing on topics like rural entrepreneurship, fake news analysis, and video game narrative engagement. Labs/Teams: Leads research in Linnaeus University’s e-health initiatives under DISA (Data Intensive Sciences and Applications), focusing on improved patient-data interactions. Collaborates globally on AI ethics and sustainable tourism projects.

• Computer Graphics
• Real-Time Rendering
• Algorithms
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Tomas Akenine-Möller is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Lund University, affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering (LTH). He is also part of ELLIIT, the Linköping-Lund initiative on IT and mobile communication. His research focuses on real-time rendering, computer graphics algorithms, and human vision modeling, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through technological advancements. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text, but his expertise stems from a strong academic background in computer science and engineering. His research interests include algorithms optimization, ray-tracing techniques, graphic hardware performance, and visual perception models. Recent work trends involve temporal edge detection in human vision, neural compression of material textures, and luminance-preservation in graphics. His projects emphasize practical applications of graphics algorithms in real-world scenarios. No scientific awards are explicitly listed. However, he has supervised doctoral research, including the project 'Evaluating and Improving Rendered Visual Experiences' (2019-2024), where he acted as an assistant supervisor. This project explores enhancing visual rendering quality and user experience. No specific lab or team affiliations are mentioned, but his collaborative networks span multiple countries, reflecting interdisciplinary research partnerships.

Anders Rasmussenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neurosciences
• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
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Anders Rasmussen is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at Lund University, specializing in neurophysiology and cognitive science. He leads research on cerebellar functions, associative learning, and neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD and ASD. His work integrates learning theory, behavioral neuroscience, and in-vivo neurophysiology to understand skill acquisition and brain mechanisms. He holds roles as a Research Team Manager and journal editor, and has supervised multiple academic projects and students. Research Interests: His primary focus is on cerebellar neurophysiology, particularly Purkinje cells, classical conditioning, and the role of the cerebellum in psychiatric conditions. He explores sensorimotor functions, visuospatial abilities, and neurocognitive deficits in neurodevelopmental disorders. Key Projects: He leads projects like 'Cerebellar neurophysiology in a translational perspective' and 'Cerebellar involvement in ADHD and autism.' These investigate cerebellar dysfunction links to psychiatric features and neurocognitive impairments. Awards: Recognitions include Editor roles for Discover Neuroscience, Cor-märkt award, and peer-review excellence certificates from Experimental Brain Research and Neuroscience Letters. Grants & Supervision: He secured funding from foundations like the Crafoord Foundation and has supervised BSc, MSc, and high-school research projects. His activities include organizing conferences and serving on peer review panels.