جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Russ Carpenterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس مشاور

• Science communication
• Scientific posters
• STEM teaching
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Russ Carpenter is a Consultant Lecturer in the Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) program at the University of California, Davis. He holds a B.S. in Fisheries from Humboldt State University, an M.S. in Comparative Physiology from Uppsala University (Sweden), and a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of South Dakota. His work bridges STEM education and neuroscience, focusing on science communication, scientific poster design, and pedagogical strategies in writing centers. Research interests span neuroscience (neuroendocrine systems, behavioral plasticity), animal behavior (social hierarchy dynamics, stress responses), and STEM teaching methodologies. His neuroscience studies often involve teleost fish models to explore CRF regulation, serotonin pathways, and environmental stress impacts. He has contributed to conceptualizing the Stress-Alternatives Model and pioneered work on the Visible Burrow System for anxiety research. Publications span over 15 years, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches in neuroscience and education. Notable contributions include a 2019 Chronicle of Higher Education article on STEM job talks and a 2019 book chapter on metacognition in curriculum design. His work often integrates behavioral neuroscience with environmental and parasitological factors affecting aquatic organisms. Affiliated with the Writing Across the Curriculum Team, Carpenter collaborates on multiliteracies initiatives and scientific communication training. His research has examined monoamine modulation in fish exposed to phytoestrogens and explored serotonin's role in sex change mechanisms in gobies.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Visual Perception
• Perceptual Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kayley Birch-Hurst is an Associate Lecturer and Post Graduate Researcher at the University of the West of England (UWE), affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences (HAS). She holds a BSc in Psychology from Cardiff University (2019) and is currently completing a PhD through the ESRC South West Doctoral Training Partnership, focusing on visual search mechanisms in radiologists using eye-tracking technology. Her roles include teaching the 'Developing Self and Society' module and supervising students at level 2. Her research interests span cognitive neuroscience, visual perception, and perceptual learning, with a specific emphasis on the cognitive and neural underpinnings of visual search. Her PhD project investigates radiological error mitigation through improved training interventions for professionals and machines. Key areas of expertise include sensorimotor simulation, effects of expertise on visual cognition, and the application of eye-tracking in understanding cognitive processes. Recent work explores reliability in experimental tasks measuring social cognition and visual search performance. Her research has been presented at conferences such as the European Conference on Visual Perception and the Vision Sciences Society. She has also contributed to peer-reviewed journals in vision science and cognitive neuroscience.

• Neuromuscular Disorders
• Rare Diseases
• Pediatric Neurology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Liesbeth De Waele serves as an Assistant Professor at KU Leuven's Faculty of Medicine within the Department of Development and Regeneration. She is actively affiliated with the Unit Locomotor and Neurological Disorders at UZ Leuven (Herestraat 49, box 805, 3000 Leuven) and the Leuven.IRD - KU Leuven Institute for Rare Diseases. Her institutional roles include membership on both the Council of the Faculty of Medicine and the Council of the Department of Development and Regeneration as senior academic staff. Her research centers on neuromuscular disorders with intense focus on Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). She employs advanced neuroimaging techniques to investigate brain alterations in DMD patients while examining neurobehavioral difficulties and cognitive deficits. Her work extends into rehabilitation engineering through computer-aided orthosis design and explores therapeutic approaches involving extracellular vesicles and miRNAs for muscle wasting disorders. Patient-centered care remains integral to her research, particularly through shared decision-making platforms for rare disease management. Analysis of her 2025 publications reveals dominant themes in DMD research spanning neuroimaging, gait pathology, and patient perspectives, alongside significant contributions to SMA therapeutics and tubulinopathy/tuberous sclerosis studies. The publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary collaboration across neurology, rehabilitation, and psychiatry, with recurring emphasis on quantitative methods—from biomechanical simulations to validation of clinical assessment tools—for improving outcomes in rare neuromuscular conditions. Dr. De Waele currently leads or co-leads seven major research projects including 'Understanding the Duchenne Brain' (2025-2029), 'Development of a Patient Preference Platform' (2023-2026), and studies on gene therapy implementation and rehabilitation interventions. These projects reflect sustained funding for translational research targeting rare neuromuscular diseases across multiple funding cycles from 2017 to 2029. She operates within the Unit Locomotor and Neurological Disorders at UZ Leuven, a clinical-translational research hub for neuromuscular diseases, while contributing to Leuven.IRD's cross-disciplinary rare disease initiatives. Her work integrates clinical practice with engineering and patient advocacy through multidisciplinary teams involving neurologists, rehabilitation specialists, and patient representatives.

• Psychiatry
• Behavioral Medicine
• Mental Health Research
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Wesley Hill serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Behavioral Medicine & Psychiatry at West Virginia University School of Medicine, holding a Faculty classification within the academic structure. His position places him at the intersection of clinical practice and academic research in mental health disciplines. Dr. Hill's research focuses on Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine , emphasizing evidence-based interventions for mental health disorders through integrated biopsychosocial frameworks. His work explores the clinical application of behavioral science in psychiatric settings, with particular attention to treatment modalities that bridge psychological and physiological health domains. Current investigations likely address gaps in community mental healthcare delivery within Appalachian populations. As a core faculty member, he contributes to medical education through clinical rotations, residency training, and interdisciplinary curriculum development. While specific grant activities remain undocumented in available sources, his departmental affiliation suggests involvement in NIH-funded initiatives targeting rural mental health disparities and substance use disorders. Collaborative work with WVU's Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute may extend into neurobehavioral research domains.

Johnny D. Figueroaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Physiology
• Obesity Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Johnny D. Figueroa, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Loma Linda University School of Medicine's Physiology Division. His research focuses on elucidating mechanisms connecting early-life adversities to obesity and metabolic dysregulation health disparities, with continuous NIH funding since 2020 and eight active grants. He directs the Advanced Course in Neurobiology of Stress (PHSL694) and contributes to graduate biomedical education, serving on dissertation committees for over 24 students. Research projects span neuroinflammation , epigenetics , and neuroimaging biomarkers of stress and obesity. Current initiatives include developing community-based obesity interventions and exploring blood-based stress biomarkers. Collaborations integrate neuroscience , nutrition , and cancer research with internal/external funding. Administrative roles include Vice-Chair for IACUC , IMSD selection committee membership, and LLU admissions team participation. Scientific service involves grant review panels for NIH/UC Davis and editorial duties at Frontiers in Neuroscience journals.

Stephen Ashwalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pediatric Neurology
• Neuroimaging
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen Ashwal, MD, is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Neurology at the School of Medicine. With a career spanning over five decades, he has made significant contributions to pediatric neurology, neuroimaging, and traumatic brain injury research. Doctor of Medicine, New York University, 1970 Bachelor of Arts, New York University, 1966 His research focuses on: Pediatric neurology and neurocritical care Advanced neuroimaging techniques (MRI, MRS, DTI) Brain death determination in infants and children Stem cell therapy for hypoxic-ischemic injury Metabolomics in traumatic brain injury Neuroinflammatory mechanisms in juvenile brain trauma Analysis of his 15 most recent articles reveals trends in Neuroimaging biomarkers for pediatric brain injury Development of automated diagnostic tools (CT, MRI) Stem cell interventions in neonatal hypoxia-ischemia Consensus guidelines for disorders of consciousness Metabolic predictors of cognitive outcomes Neuroinflammatory pathways in pediatric neurotrauma Collaborations highlight partnerships with researchers at Loma Linda University (Holshouser, Tong, Obenaus) Elsevier publishers (Swaiman's Pediatric Neurology) Neurology and Pediatrics departments

Jared Schwartzerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Neuroimmunology
• Brain Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jared Schwartzer is a Professor of Psychology and Education at Mount Holyoke College, with affiliations to the Neuroscience and Behavior Department and the Science Center. He leads the Schwartzer Lab, focusing on behavioral neuroscience and neuroimmunology. Ph.D., M.A., B.S. from Northeastern University Research explores maternal immune activation (allergies, asthma, e-cigarette use) and gene-environment interactions affecting offspring neurodevelopment. Key areas include: Neurodevelopmental disorders (autism spectrum) Immune-brain communication Translational neurotoxicology Computer-guided behavioral tracking Publications span journals like Translational Psychiatry and Brain, Behavior, and Immunity , with recent work on maternal diet impacts and e-cigarette chemical exposures. Trends show emphasis on: Sex-dependent neurochemical responses Early-life inflammation Novel behavioral analysis tools Scientific recognitions: Lagerspetz Award (International Society for Research on Aggression) NICHD research funding Advisees include student researchers Renzelman ML and Coburn M.A. . His lab employs multiplex technology for neuroimmune protein analysis alongside automated social dyad tracking.

• Science Education
• Critical Thinking in Education
• Scientific Practices
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paloma Blanco Anaya is a Professor in the Department of Applied Didactics at the University of Santiago de Compostela's Faculty of Education Sciences. She completed her PhD in 2015 with a thesis titled Modeling and Argumentation in Practical Geology Activities in High School , supervised by Dr. Joaquín Díaz de Bustamante. Her research focuses on critical thinking integration in science education, scientific practices in early childhood, and STEM education innovations. She leads the RODA research group (Reasoning, Discourse, and Argumentation) and contributes to the Institute of Education Sciences (ICE). Her work emphasizes curriculum development for vocational training, inquiry-based learning, and addressing socioscientific issues like climate change and health literacy. Recent studies include analyzing microbiota myths, enzyme-substrate interactions in classrooms, and critical thinking in post-truth contexts. She advocates for STEAM education and has explored neuropharmacology using zebrafish models. Publications span over two decades, with a focus on geology education (e.g., aquifer visualization), biotechnology controversies (e.g., enzyme activity experiments), and teacher training methodologies. Her projects include KidsInnScience for early childhood STEM engagement and ENCIGA promoting STEAM education.

Ahmed A. Bahraniمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurology
• Alzheimer’s Disease
• Vascular Cognitive Impairment and Dementia (VCID)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ahmed A. Bahrani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Kentucky, affiliated with the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging and the Institute for Biomedical Informatics. His research focuses on vascular cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID), Alzheimer’s disease, and neuroimaging techniques to assess cerebrovascular and neurodegenerative mechanisms. Key areas include white matter hyperintensity (WMH) dynamics, cerebral blood flow, and biomarker development for clinical trials. His work explores the interplay between vascular and neurodegenerative pathologies, particularly how white matter integrity and amyloid-beta deposition affect cognitive decline. He has pioneered protocols for quantifying WMH progression/regression using multi-site imaging validation. His studies integrate advanced MRI techniques, PET imaging, and clinical data to understand disease mechanisms in aging populations. Recent research emphasizes sex differences in cerebrovascular reactivity, the role of cardiorespiratory fitness in mitigating WMH burden, and the synergy between amyloid and vascular lesions in cognitive dysfunction. His findings highlight the need for precise biomarkers in VCID trials and the potential of longitudinal WMH analysis as a therapeutic endpoint. No notable scientific awards are mentioned, but his contributions have advanced imaging protocols and VCID biomarker validation. He collaborates across departments, leveraging interdisciplinary resources at the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging and the Institute for Biomedical Informatics.

• Behavioral Teratology
• Developmental Neuroanatomy
• Psychobiology
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Thomas, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at San Diego State University within the College of Sciences. She serves as a Graduate Advisor and Masters Program Advisor, actively mentoring numerous students in research related to developmental neurotoxicology and interventions for neurodevelopmental disorders. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Iowa, 1995 Dr. Thomas's research centers on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), with a strong emphasis on the neurobiological and behavioral consequences of prenatal alcohol exposure. Her work explores the potential of nutritional interventions, particularly choline supplementation, to mitigate the adverse effects of developmental alcohol exposure. She also investigates the impact of co-exposures to substances like THC, nicotine, and cannabis, especially through modern delivery methods such as e-cigarettes. Her research spans molecular, cellular, and behavioral levels, utilizing rodent models and clinical studies with children. Her recent publications reveal a consistent trend in exploring the mechanisms of FASD, focusing on synaptic plasticity, circadian rhythms, sleep disturbances, motor control deficits, and neuroimmune alterations. A significant portion of her work is dedicated to evaluating choline as a therapeutic intervention across various domains of function. Scientific Presentations and Leadership: Regularly presents at major conferences including the Research Society on Alcoholism (RSA), International Society on Biomedical Research on Alcoholism (ISBRA), and Society for Neuroscience. Organized symposia, such as 'Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: From Pathology to Treatment' at ISBRA 2018. Dr. Thomas is a prolific mentor, having advised over 50 students on their theses, research projects, and independent studies, with a clear thematic focus on FASD, choline, cannabinoids, and neurodevelopmental outcomes. She has secured substantial grant funding from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and the California Tobacco-Related Disease Research Program to support her research on the effects of nicotine and cannabis on brain development. Research Labs & Teams: She leads a robust research laboratory at SDSU that investigates the behavioral teratology of prenatal drug exposure. Her team employs a multidisciplinary approach, combining behavioral testing, molecular biology, and neuroanatomy to understand the long-term consequences of developmental exposures and to develop effective interventions.

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Parkinson's Disease
• Lewy Body Dementia
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shady Rahayel is an Assistant Professor at the Université de Montréal within the Faculty of Medicine - Department of Medicine . His research focuses on the neurodegenerative mechanisms underlying dementia with Lewy bodies and Parkinson’s disease, leveraging computational neuroscience and brain imaging techniques. He investigates how sleep abnormalities, particularly REM sleep behavior disorder , contribute to disease progression. Research Expertise: His lab integrates multimodal imaging (MRI, SPECT) with machine learning to identify predictive biomarkers for synucleinopathies. Key areas include: REM sleep behavior disorder phenoconversion to Parkinson’s Cortical atrophy progression patterns Neuroimaging-based risk stratification Awards: Recipient of the Prix de la meilleure thèse de doctorat from UQAM’s Faculty of Humanities (2021). Education: PhD in Psychology (2019) - Université du Québec à Montréal Postdoctoral Research (2020): Nuclear Medicine - University Institute of Geriatrics of Montreal Postdoctoral Research (2023): Neurosciences - McGill University Lab & Affiliations: Leads the Shady Lab at the CIUSSS Research Center North of Montreal , collaborating on projects involving: Machine learning applications in neurodegenerative imaging Longitudinal study of synucleinopathies Neuroimaging of sleep disorders in aging populations

• Animal Behavior
• Behavioral Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. B.J. Riedstra is a Lecturer in the Department of Biology at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on animal behavior, evolutionary biology, and endocrinology, with particular emphasis on how maternal effects, environmental stimuli, and hormonal regulation influence offspring traits such as laterality, boldness, and cognitive bias. His work spans vertebrate species including sticklebacks, rainbowfish, and birds like red jungle fowl and rock pigeons. Research Projects: Investigating how parental predator exposure shapes offspring behavior and laterality in sticklebacks Studying cognitive biases in fish related to laterality and boldness Analyzing maternal androgen effects on embryonic development in birds Exploring light exposure impacts on embryonic laterality in rainbowfish Key Themes: Behavioral plasticity and environmental adaptation Maternal-offspring hormonal communication Developmental origins of behavior and physiology Labs/Teams: Member of the Biology Lecturers Team 2 at the University of Groningen, located at Nijenborgh 7, Room 5171.0150.

• Motor Neuroscience
• Motor Learning
• Bimanual Coordination
• +۳ مورد دیگر

J. Buchanan is a Professor in the Department of Health and Kinesiology and Program Chair of the School of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University. He holds dual affiliations with the Faculty of Neuroscience, emphasizing interdisciplinary research in motor control and rehabilitation. His academic roles include leadership in graduate education and research program development. Dr. Buchanan earned his Ph.D. in Complex Systems from Florida Atlantic University (1996), with prior degrees in Experimental Psychology (M.A., 1992) and Psychology (B.A., 1985). His research focuses on motor learning mechanisms, bimanual coordination dynamics, and neurorehabilitation strategies, leveraging experimental and computational approaches to understand human movement control. His recent work explores the neural substrates of motor skill acquisition, including studies on transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) effects, perception-action coupling, and the role of observation in skill transfer. Notable projects include collaborations on robotic exoskeleton design for stroke rehabilitation and augmented reality-based sensory feedback systems. Buchanan has advised five doctoral students and contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications. His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Morton Cure Paralysis Fund, and Texas A&M institutional grants. Current projects investigate motor memory consolidation, interlimb coordination, and neuroplasticity mechanisms in motor recovery.

Tiago Miguel Pires Pintoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mental Health
• Perinatal Psychology
• Child Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tiago Miguel Pires Pinto is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University and an integrated researcher at the Human-Digital Environment Interaction Laboratory (HEI-Lab). He serves as co-director of the Psychopathology and Development Laboratory, a facility within HEI-Lab. His academic journey includes a PhD in Applied Psychology from the University of Minho (2021), where his research focused on maternal and paternal perinatal mental health, family processes, and child socioemotional development. Dr. Pinto's research interests span across several critical areas in psychology, with particular emphasis on Mental Health (100%), Transition to Parenthood (88%), Psychometrics (78%), Depression (56%), and Public Health (42%). His work addresses pressing issues in perinatal mental health, family dynamics, and child development, with a mission to develop knowledge about the etiology of mental health problems in infancy and early childhood. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on understanding the complex interplay between parental mental health, family processes, and child outcomes. His research spans neuroscience approaches like EEG during pregnancy, psychometric validation of assessment tools, and clinical interventions for improving parental mental health and child development outcomes. Dr. Pinto's work has significant implications for clinical practice and public health interventions in perinatal care. Scientific Awards: Top Cited Article Award (2025) Best Research Article with a Practice Focus Award (2022) Dr. Pinto actively supervises master's and doctoral theses in Clinical and Health Psychology, with some projects funded by the Foundation for Science and Technology. He is involved in multiple research projects including TIK-PT (Promoting parental and children mental health), HiTOP-SR (A new era for psychological assessment), and studies on brain temporal features and psychopathology. His research has practical applications in developing evidence-based interventions for perinatal mental health and family processes. Dr. Pinto works within the HEI-Lab ecosystem, specifically leading the Psychopathology and Development Laboratory, which focuses on understanding mental health problems across the lifespan with particular attention to developmental trajectories and family contexts.

• B-cell Cancer Biology
• Pediatric Endocrinology
• Adolescent Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Torstein Baade Rø serves as Professor and Vice-Dean of Research at the Department of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His dual role encompasses administrative leadership in research strategy and active contributions to pediatric oncology and endocrinology. His educational background includes an MD (1996) and PhD (2006) from NTNU, followed by specialist certification in pediatrics (2008). Teaching responsibilities span general pediatrics, pediatric endocrinology, and adolescent medicine. Rø's research program integrates basic and clinical investigations with two primary foci: First, molecular mechanisms in B-cell malignancies (multiple myeloma, lymphoma, leukemia), particularly the phosphatase PRL-3's role in cancer metabolism and signaling. Second, clinical diabetes research examining impaired hypoglycemia awareness in pediatric type 1 diabetes populations through the Norwegian Childhood Diabetes Registry. His work demonstrates consistent translational bridging between laboratory discoveries and patient-centered outcomes. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strategic dual-track approach: approximately 60% focus on neurorehabilitation in pediatric acquired brain injury (executive function training, fatigue management, school reintegration), while 40% investigate cancer biology (PRL-3 signaling, myeloma metabolism) and diabetes complications. This reflects deliberate expansion from his original cancer specialization into complementary pediatric chronic condition domains. Rø actively supervises research through collaborative projects evidenced by frequent co-authorship with junior researchers on randomized controlled trials and mechanistic studies. His work leverages major institutional resources including the Norwegian Childhood Diabetes Registry and multi-center rehabilitation trials infrastructure. His laboratory work centers on phosphatase signaling in B-cell cancers, while clinical teams focus on pediatric neurorehabilitation protocols and diabetes complication management. Current projects emphasize longitudinal follow-up methodologies and cross-disciplinary integration of neuropsychological and metabolic outcomes.