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Andrew P. Wojtovich, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, with joint appointments in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine and Department of Pharmacology and Physiology . His research focuses on mitochondrial physiology , redox signaling , and optogenetic control of bioenergetics in C. elegans and mammalian models. He received his Ph.D. in Pharmacology (2010) and M.S. in Pharmacology (2007) from the University of Rochester, preceded by dual B.A. and M.A. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Boston University (2005). His lab is affiliated with the Mitochondrial Research and Innovation Group , Neuroscience Graduate Program , and Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology Graduate Program . Key research areas include ROS microdomains in neuronal ischemia Protonmotive force regulation of aging Mitochondrial dysfunction in Alzheimer's disease His work is supported by NIH grants R01 NS092558 , R01 NS115906 , R56AG082916 , and R21AG085324-01 . Scientific accolades include 2023 Hypothesis Prize (3rd place) 2021 Student Supervisor of the Year Multiple University Research Awards (2015-2018) Young Investigator Awards (2007, 2012) His lab employs optogenetic tools to control mitochondrial function with precision, leading to groundbreaking insights in stroke outcomes and longevity pathways .

• Mitochondrial Physiology
• Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) Signaling
• Optogenetics
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Bill Boggess is a Research Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Notre Dame, where he also serves as Director of the Mass Spectrometry & Proteomics Facility (MSPF). The facility supports interdisciplinary research through advanced analytical services including GC/MS, LC/MS, high-resolution mass spectrometry, and various ionization methods. His research interests are centered in analytical and physical chemistry , with a strong emphasis on measurement science, instrumentation, and proteomics . The MSPF acts as a critical resource for both internal and external researchers, enabling high-precision analyses across chemistry, biology, and materials science. The selected publications highlight the broad application of mass spectrometry in areas such as immunology, materials chemistry, neurobiology, and nanomaterials. These works demonstrate a consistent role in supporting cutting-edge research through analytical expertise rather than leading independent biological discovery. Beyond publications, Dr. Boggess manages a core facility integral to Notre Dame's research infrastructure, providing training, collaboration, and access to state-of-the-art instrumentation. The MSPF is a designated Indiana CTSI Core Facility, underscoring its regional importance. The facility operates through the iLab system for service requests and is open to outside collaborators. Instrument access follows strict scheduling and remote data handling protocols, especially post-COVID-19 reopening. Ph.D., University of Tennessee, 1994 B.S., Davis & Elkins College, 1988 He advises no formal students listed, but supports numerous graduate and postdoctoral researchers through collaborative projects. No scientific awards are mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Boggess leads the Mass Spectrometry & Proteomics Facility, a core research unit in McCourtney Hall, providing analytical support, training, and instrumentation access to researchers across disciplines. The facility offers services in chromatography, mass spectrometry, and data analysis, and serves as an Indiana CTSI-designated core.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Mass Spectrometry
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Nicole Y. Wicha is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience, Developmental and Regenerative Biology at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), within the College of Sciences. She leads the Wicha Lab, which is dedicated to understanding the neural mechanisms of language and math cognition, with a special focus on bilingual populations. Her lab is based in the Biotechnology, Sciences and Engineering Building (BSE 2.206), and she is actively involved in research, teaching, and mentoring. Her research interests center on the cognitive neuroscience of language comprehension, bilingualism, and the interface between language and other cognitive systems such as mathematics. Using electrophysiological techniques like EEG and ERP, Dr. Wicha investigates the real-time neural dynamics of language and arithmetic processing across development. Her work spans diverse populations, from children to older adults, and includes both neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals through collaboration. The recent publications from her lab highlight a strong trend in exploring how bilingual individuals process arithmetic in their two languages, examining retrieval strategies, neural time courses, and developmental trajectories. These studies integrate behavioral and brain imaging data to understand language-dependent memory access in math and the cognitive control mechanisms involved in switching between languages during calculation. Dr. Wicha has advised numerous graduate students, including PhD candidates like Vanessa Cerda, Amandine Grenier, and Matt Wood, all of whom have successfully defended their dissertations. She actively recruits students and volunteers into her lab, offering research experience and academic credit. She is involved in multiple collaborations and secures funding to support her research on language and math cognition. The Wicha Lab fosters a vibrant research environment with regular participation in national and international conferences such as the Cognitive Neuroscience Society (CNS), Society for the Neurobiology of Language, and CogSci. The lab emphasizes community outreach through STEM events, science fairs, and volunteer initiatives. Lab culture balances rigorous research with team-building and celebration of milestones, including birthdays, graduations, and dissertation defenses.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neurobiology of Language
• Bilingualism
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Stephen E. Asmus is the H.W. Stodghill, Jr. and Adele H. Stodghill Professor of Biology and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at Centre College, where he has been a faculty member since 1996. He holds a PhD from the University of Michigan and completed postdoctoral training in Neurosciences at Case Western Reserve University. Education: BS, Cleveland State University PhD, University of Michigan Postdoctoral Fellowship, Department of Neurosciences, Case Western Reserve University Dr. Asmus specializes in developmental neurobiology, focusing on how neurons determine and potentially change their neurotransmitter identity during development. His research combines cell staining and microscopy to study neurotransmitter expression in sympathetic and cortical neurons. More recently, he has expanded into pedagogical research, exploring innovative methods in biochemistry and molecular biology education. His recent publications reflect a dual focus: neuroscience research on neurotransmitter plasticity and educational scholarship on active learning, student-driven labs, and the use of primary literature. These works demonstrate sustained engagement with both scientific discovery and teaching excellence. Scientific Awards: Kirk Award for Excellence in Teaching (2001, 2016) Centre Scholar (2002, 2011) Dr. Asmus has secured research funding from the National Institutes of Health and regularly collaborates with undergraduate students on both research and educational publications. He mentors students in laboratory research and co-authors scholarly articles with them, fostering early scientific development. His work bridges fundamental neuroscience and transformative teaching practices. He is actively involved in the Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Biology programs, contributing to curriculum development and student research initiatives. His lab emphasizes hands-on microscopy and cellular analysis techniques, providing students with authentic research experiences.

• Developmental Neurobiology
• Neuroscience
• Neurotransmitter Specification
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Dr. Patricia C. Lopes is an Associate Professor at Schmid College of Science and Technology, Chapman University. Her research focuses on animal social behavior, disease transmission, and neuroendocrinology, integrating molecular, physiological, and social dynamics. She employs RFID tracking and behavioral sensors in field and lab experiments to study sickness behaviors and their evolutionary implications. Education: Ph.D. from University of California, Berkeley. Labs: Runs the Lopes Lab, investigating social decision-making networks and infection responses in wild house mice ( Mus musculus domesticus ). Research Highlights: Challenges the kin protection hypothesis for sickness behaviors through experiments on wild and lab mice. Demonstrates that social isolation alters neural transcriptomes and affects disease spread dynamics. Explores maternal physiological responses to infection risks and integrates ecoimmunology with disease ecology frameworks. Key Collaborations: Works with institutions like ETH Zurich, University of Bern, and University of Zurich. Collaborates with experts in behavioral ecology (Barbara König), neurogenomics (Suzy C. P. Renn), and disease dynamics (Greg Albery).

• Animal Behavior
• Sociality
• Physiology
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H. Peter Lu is the Ohio Eminent Scholar and Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Bowling Green State University's College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on Single-molecule spectroscopy Protein conformational dynamics Interfacial electron transfer processes DNA damage recognition mechanisms Lu's work bridges chemical physics and molecular biology through Development of AFM-enhanced optical imaging techniques Investigations into mechanical force effects on biomolecules Studies of ion channel conformational changes Elucidation of non-Markovian enzymatic reaction dynamics His recent publications reveal trends in Mechanically-induced protein aggregation Force-sensitive receptor dynamics Metal ion effects on protein misfolding Biophysics of DNA repair proteins Advanced single-molecule manipulation tools Scientific recognition includes 2019-2020 BGSU Teaching Award 2014 American Physical Society Fellowship 2009 Olscamp Research Award Multiple PNNL Outstanding Performance Awards 2008 Nobel Symposium Invitations Lu's research group trains students in Single-molecule experimental techniques Protein interaction dynamics Advanced biophysical instrumentation Mechanobiology of cellular processes while maintaining collaborations across disciplines including materials science and computational biology.

• Single-Molecule Spectroscopy
• Interfacial Electron Transfer Dynamics
• Protein-Protein Interaction Dynamics
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Dr. Sanika Chirwa is a Professor at Meharry Medical College's School of Medicine , with affiliations in Biochemistry, Cancer Biology, Neuroscience, and Pharmacology. Her research spans interdisciplinary themes including Sleep, Learning and Memory, Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer's Disease, and Pediatric HIV. Education : Not explicitly stated in the text Her research integrates precision medicine and systems medicine approaches to address critical areas such as: Pharmacogenetics of antiretroviral therapies Sleep's role in neurodegenerative diseases Racial disparities in drug metabolism Dopaminergic signaling in memory consolidation Substance abuse impacts on neurobiology Recent publications include studies on: 2023: Sleep quality in maternal health outcomes 2021: Pharmacogenetic guidelines for HIV treatment 2020: Race-related drug discontinuation mechanisms 2019: Neuropharmacological effects in animal models Dr. Chirwa contributes as Principal Investigator in NIMHD/NIH and HRSA/PEPFAR grants, with active projects focusing on: Alzheimer's risk in African-American populations Pediatric HIV care improvements in Zambia She is affiliated with the Center for Molecular & Behavioral Neuroscience and collaborates on institutional research programs in virology, cancer, and precision medicine.

• Biochemistry
• Cancer Biology
• Neuroscience
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Duke Han, PhD is a tenured Professor of Psychology and Family Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) , with additional appointments in Neurology and Gerontology. He serves as the Director of Neuropsychology in the Department of Family Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine and leads the Han Research Laboratory , focused on improving health, wellbeing, and independence in aging adults. His work integrates neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience, epidemiology, genetics, and behavioral economics to study neurobiological mechanisms impacting cognition and decision-making across the lifespan. Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology/Neuropsychology, University of Massachusetts Boston (2004) BSc in Psychology/Neuroscience, Duke University (1998) Postdoctoral Training: T32 Biological Psychiatry Fellow at UCSD (2005–2006) and VA San Diego Healthcare System (2004–2005) Research Interests center on cognition, decision-making, and aging , particularly financial exploitation vulnerability and early Alzheimer’s disease detection. His lab employs multidisciplinary approaches to investigate links between brain changes (e.g., functional connectivity, white matter integrity) and financial behaviors in older adults. Recent studies explore discrimination's impact on brain connectivity , MCI reversion , and temporal discounting in aging . Scientific Awards and Leadership Roles Fellow of the American Psychological Association and National Academy of Neuropsychology Recipient of the Paul B. Beeson fellowship (premier NIA career development award) Chair of the NIA Neuroscience (NIA-N) Grant Review Committee Editor-in-Chief of The Journals of Gerontology Series B: Psychological Sciences Co-Leader of the USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) Research and Education Core Founding Governance Member of the Global Council on Brain Health (AARP/ageUK) Scientific Advisory Board for Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI) Advising and Grants : Dr. Han mentors graduate students and postdocs, including Laura Fenton (Gold Family Fellowship, NIH-funded dissertation), Gali Weissberger (T32 fellowship), and Annie Nguyen (K01 Career Development Award). His research is supported by NIH grants [RF1AG068166, T32AG000037], the Elder Justice Foundation, and private foundations like the Cathay Bank Foundation.

• Cognition
• Decision Making
• Aging
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Dr. Robin Kochel is an Associate Professor at the Baylor College of Medicine , Department of Pediatrics. She leads the Kochel Lab for Clinical Autism Research , focusing on autism spectrum disorder (ASD), developmental regression, genotype-phenotype relationships, and vaccine hesitancy. Her work bridges clinical research and community engagement through collaborations with Texas Children's Hospital and SPARK for Autism. NIH Grants : R03HD080998 (Paternal Brain Responses to Infant Cues) and R03HD072102 (Carnitine Deficiency and ASD Regression) Dr. Kochel investigates parental perceptions of autism etiology, particularly vaccine-related concerns, and their impact on healthcare decisions. Her research spans genetic testing in ASD, teletherapy for anxiety management, and diversity in research recruitment . She also explores 16p11.2 chromosomal rearrangements and their links to language, cognition, and neuropsychiatric outcomes. Recent publications highlight her focus on CBT interventions for autistic youth, genetic subtypes , and cross-cultural vaccine hesitancy . Collaborators include institutions like the Simons VIP Consortium and We Rock the Spectrum . Dr. Kochel prioritizes translating findings into community resources for families and advocates for evidence-based recruitment in autism studies.

• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Developmental Delays
• Genotype-Phenotype Relationships
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Dr. Holly N. Cukier serves as a Research Assistant Professor in the Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation Department of Human Genetics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, where she investigates the genetic foundations of Alzheimer's disease and autism spectrum disorders through family studies and minority population analyses. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Molecular and Human Genetics from Baylor College of Medicine (2007) BS in Biology with Chemistry minor from the University of Miami (1999) Dr. Cukier's research integrates population genetics with cutting-edge stem cell technology, focusing on identifying genetic risk variants in diverse cohorts and developing patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) models to dissect disease mechanisms. Her work specifically examines how genetic differences in African American populations contribute to Alzheimer's pathology and autism susceptibility, with emphasis on cellular phenotypes like cytoskeletal organization and synaptic function. Recent publications demonstrate her leadership in functional genomics of Alzheimer's disease, particularly through investigations of TTC3 and ABCA7 variants using iPSC-derived neuronal models. These studies reveal novel pathways linking genetic risk to cellular dysfunction in neurodegeneration, with strong translational potential for therapeutic development. Her scientific contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards including: New Investigator Research Grant from the Dale Schenk Alzheimer’s Association Research Roundtable Grant Program NARSAD Young Investigator Grant from the Brain and Behavior Research Foundation Ed and Ethel Moore Alzheimer’s Disease Research Grant from the Florida Department of Health Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award from NIH Travel Fellowship from Alzheimer’s Association International Conference Reviewers’ Choice Abstract at American Society of Human Genetics Annual Meeting Travel Award and Trainee Research Award Semifinalist at International Congress of Human Genetics Baylor Research Advocates for Student Scientists Scholar Finalist Elizabeth Wagner Internship at Duke University Henry King Stanford Half Tuition Scholarship Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society membership Patricia Schneller Scholarship Vice President’s Award for Service nomination Dr. Cukier's grant portfolio demonstrates sustained funding success, with current projects supporting her innovative work on patient-specific iPSC models to bridge genetic findings with functional neurobiology in Alzheimer's disease. Her research directly informs precision medicine approaches for neurodegenerative disorders. She directs a research program generating induced pluripotent stem cell lines from Alzheimer's patients to create physiological models of disease, with particular focus on how population-specific genetic variants alter cellular pathways. This work establishes critical infrastructure for testing therapeutic interventions in genetically defined patient subgroups.

• Genetics
• Alzheimer's Disease
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Prof. Dr. Barbara Caspers is a Professor of Behavioral Ecology at Bielefeld University since 2020. She leads the Freigeist Fellow research group on olfactory kin recognition in songbirds (2014–2022) funded by the Volkswagen Foundation and serves as Director of the Joint Institute for Individualization in a Changing Environment (JICE) since 2021. Her affiliations include CRC-TRR 212 (Equal Opportunities Officer), the Ethological Society (Treasurer), and the University Council of Bielefeld University (since 2023). Her research focuses on chemical communication , microbiota-host interactions , and individualization processes in changing environments . She combines field and laboratory studies to explore olfactory signaling in vertebrates, microbial influences on behavior, and the ecological implications of individualized niches. Her recent publications examine habitat-specific adaptations in fire salamander larvae, avian olfactory systems, and microbiome dynamics in wild species. Scientific Awards College for Life Sciences Fellowship (2015) Freigeist Fellowship (2013) Niko Tinbergen Prize (2012) She contributes to interdisciplinary projects like InChangE (spokesperson, 2021–present) and serves on editorial boards and committees for gender equality and academic student advising. Her work bridges behavioral ecology, microbiology, and evolutionary biology through empirical and theoretical frameworks.

• Chemical Communication
• Microbiota-Host Interactions
• Individualization in Changing Environments
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Lars Muckli is a Professor of Visual and Cognitive Neurosciences at the University of Glasgow and serves as the Director of fMRI at the Centre for Cognitive Neuroimaging (CCNI). He is also the Co-chair of the 7T-Imaging Center of Excellence (ICE) MRI, where he has pursued two decades of research in functional MRI and multi-modal brain imaging. Research Focus: Muckli specializes in cortical feedback mechanisms, particularly layer-specific processing in the visual cortex. His work bridges visual perception, cognitive neuroscience, and neuroimaging methodology, with recent studies exploring contextual feedback, predictive coding, and neural dynamics during navigation. Editorial Contributions: He holds significant editorial roles, including Chief Editor for Perception Science at Frontiers in Neuroscience, Associate Editor for Brain Imaging Methods, and Review Editor for Brain Health and Clinical Neuroscience. These positions underscore his influence in advancing neuroimaging research and open science practices. Collaborations: Muckli collaborates across disciplines, contributing to studies on consciousness, clinical neuroscience, and neural computation. His lab focuses on understanding how the brain generates internal models and processes contextual and mnemonic information via feedback signals.

• Visual Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Functional MRI (fMRI)
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Gabriel Bossé is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychiatry and Neuroscience , Faculty of Medicine, Laval University. His research focuses on leveraging zebrafish models to investigate the neurobiology of opioid addiction , neurosteroid effects on behavior , and long-term consequences of neonatal opioid exposure . He employs genetic tools (CRISPR-Cas9, transgenic lines), pharmacology, and imaging to uncover novel biological pathways and therapeutic targets for addiction. Key Techniques: Behavioral assays, molecular imaging, CRISPR-Cas9, miRNA analysis Laboratory: Boosé Lab , focusing on integrative neuroscience and experimental therapies His work bridges addiction biology and drug discovery , emphasizing neurosteroid pathways and genetic/pharmacological interventions . Publications highlight opioid self-administration mechanisms, neurosteroid modulation, and miRNA turnover in neuronal systems. For contact: gabriel.bosse@cervo.ulaval.ca . Lab website and academic profiles are accessible via Twitter , ORCID , and Google Scholar .

• Neuroscience
• Opioid Addiction
• Neurosteroids
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Avery Berman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Carleton University and a Scientist at the University of Ottawa Institute of Mental Health Research (IMHR) at The Royal. His work focuses on advancing functional MRI (fMRI) techniques for high-resolution imaging of brain activity and physiology, with applications in neuroscience and mental health disorders. PhD in Biomedical Engineering and MSc in Medical Radiation Physics from McGill University Postdoctoral research at Harvard Medical School and the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging Research Interests include: High-resolution fMRI at 7 Tesla Biophysical modeling of vascular networks Quantitative biomarkers for oxygen metabolism PET-MRI hybrid imaging systems Neurovascular coupling in mental illness Scientific Awards include: NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarship (Master's) CIHR Canada Graduate Scholarship (Doctoral) CIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship (top 10/600 applicants) NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship (top Physics section recipient) Research Funding from NSERC, CFI, and institutional support from Carleton University and IMHR. His lab develops the open-source BOLDsωimsuite software for fMRI signal modeling and collaborates with Canada-wide vascular training programs.

• Medical Physics
• Functional Neuroimaging
• Biomedical Engineering
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Dr. Myrto Mylopoulos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Carleton University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. Holding a Ph.D. from CUNY, an M.A. from Simon Fraser University, and a B.A. from the University of Toronto, she specializes in philosophy of mind, philosophy of action, and philosophy of cognitive science. Education: B.A. (Toronto), M.A. (Simon Fraser), Ph.D. (CUNY) Courses: Intro to Philosophy of Mind, AI: Philosophy and Ethical Issues, Fall Colloquium Her research explores the intricate relationships between consciousness, metacognition, agentive phenomenology, and the cognition-action interface. Current projects focus on motor representations, skill acquisition, and the neural antecedents of voluntary movement. Recent publications examine practical reasoning with attention mechanisms (2025), conscious architectures (2024), and neurobiological theories of consciousness (2022). Her work reveals consistent themes in agentive awareness, skill theory, and the psychological complexity of action systems. Contact: myrto.mylopoulos@carleton.ca

• philosophy of mind
• philosophy of action
• philosophy of cognitive science
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