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Jason Stumhoferمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Immunology
• Infectious Diseases
• Vaccine Development
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Dr. Jason Stumhofer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding immune responses to Plasmodium parasites, particularly mechanisms underlying protective immunity against malaria. He holds a Ph.D. from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. Research interests include: Generation and maintenance of protective antibody responses Role of germinal centers in B cell maturation CD4+ T cell differentiation (Th1, Tfh) Stromal cell regulation of humoral immunity Impact of cytokines like IL-17 and ICOS co-stimulation Key findings include identification of B cell progenitors supporting antibody production during malaria and the regulatory role of ICOS signaling in T cell differentiation. His lab uses murine models (Plasmodium yoelii, P. chabaudi) to study splenic immune dynamics. Collaborative work has advanced photoacoustic imaging techniques for malaria diagnosis. Publications (selected highlights): Defined IL-17's role in B lineage development during infection Characterized ICOS's dual role in T helper cell differentiation Identified NK1.1+ CD4+ T cell subsets supporting early antibody responses Pioneered photoacoustic flow cytometry for malaria detection

• Neuro-immune crosstalk
• Cardiovascular inflammation
• Bioelectronic medicine
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Peder Olofsson is a Professor and group leader at the Department of Medicine, Solna, Karolinska Institutet. His research focuses on neuro-immune crosstalk and the immunology of cardiovascular inflammation, particularly the role of neural signals in regulating inflammation and metabolism. He leads the Inflammation Neuroscience team within the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, collaborating with engineers and international consortia to develop bioelectronic medicine solutions for inflammatory diseases. Key research areas include vagus nerve stimulation for inflammation resolution, neural regulation of atherosclerosis, and cholinergic anti-inflammatory pathways. He has received the prestigious Swedish Heart and Lung Foundation's Large Research Grant (2023) for studying nerve signals' role in cardiovascular disease. His group combines immunology, neuroscience, and bioengineering, with recent advances in living bioelectronics and precision nerve stimulation technologies. Current projects involve non-invasive nerve stimulation methods, bioelectronic therapies for heart disease, and mapping neural-immune interfaces in cardiovascular systems. Collaborations include MedTechLabs, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and Linköping University for interdisciplinary bioelectronic medicine development. He supervises multiple PhD students and postdocs, with a focus on training the next generation of bioelectronic medicine researchers. His team's work has led to over 20 high-impact publications, including studies in Science , Nature , and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences . Ongoing efforts aim to translate fundamental discoveries into clinical applications, such as neurostimulation therapies for atherosclerosis and inflammatory disorders.

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Motor Control
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Bettina Schwab is a Visiting Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE). She holds an affiliation with the Institute of Neurophysiology and Pathophysiology within the Center for Experimental Medicine. Her research focuses on neural oscillations, transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS), and their applications in motor control, stroke rehabilitation, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's. Dr. Schwab’s work bridges computational modeling with experimental neuroscience, addressing questions about neural synchronization, neuroplasticity, and neuromodulation. Key research interests include studying the effects of tACS on cortical connectivity and motor performance, particularly in stroke survivors and healthy individuals. She investigates how rhythmic brain stimulation modulates sensory and motor processes, with a focus on theta-gamma coupling, phase-specific effects, and interhemispheric interactions. Her studies also explore computational models of deep brain stimulation (DBS) for refractory epilepsy and Parkinson’s disease, emphasizing the role of electric fields and neural network dynamics. Dr. Schwab’s contributions extend to understanding basal ganglia-thalamic communication in motor tasks and the role of intrinsic neural properties in Parkinsonian synchrony. She employs advanced techniques such as EEG, MEG, and computational simulations to dissect neural mechanisms underlying perception, movement, and neurological disorders. Her work highlights interdisciplinary approaches to advancing translational neuroscience and clinical neurorehabilitation. Her recent studies (2023–2025) emphasize the modulation of cortical high-gamma activity in stroke recovery, phase-specific effects of tACS on visual perception, and the differential impact of theta-gamma stimulation on motor skill acquisition. These findings contribute to optimizing non-invasive brain stimulation protocols for therapeutic applications.

Gilberto Fisoneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurosciences
• Pharmacology and Toxicology
• Parkinson's Disease
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Gilberto Fisone is a Professor and Head of the Department of Neuroscience at Karolinska Institutet. His research focuses on understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease (PD), with an emphasis on motor and non-motor symptoms and complications of dopamine replacement therapies. He holds academic positions including Professor of Neuroscience (2006–present) and Head of Department (2021–present). Education: BSc from the University of Pavia (1982), Ph.D. from Stockholm University (1990), followed by postdoctoral training at The Rockefeller University (1991–1995). His career includes roles as Assistant and Associate Professor at Karolinska Institutet before becoming a Full Professor in 2006. Research interests include: Mechanisms of L-DOPA-induced dyskinesia and psychiatric complications (e.g., addiction-like behaviors). Non-motor symptoms in PD, such as sleep disorders, anxiety, and circadian rhythm disruptions. Role of signal transduction pathways (cAMP, ERK, mTOR) in PD pathology. Notable contributions include developing mouse models to study PD comorbidities and identifying autophagy as a therapeutic target for dyskinesia. His work has been supported by grants, including the Neurophage project exploring non-invasive neural stimulation. Awards and roles: Member of Academia Europaea (2022–present), Secretary of the International Basal Ganglia Society, and leadership in international collaborations. His lab, 'Molecular and Circuit Neuropharmacology', investigates neural circuits and pharmacological interventions in neurodegenerative diseases.

• Bioelectronics
• Soft Robotics
• Wearable Devices
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Young-Geun Park is a Postdoctoral Associate at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Department of Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on advanced materials and soft electronics for biomedical applications, including neural interfaces, wearable sensors, and 3D-printed devices. He specializes in liquid metal-based technologies for implantable and flexible electronics, with applications in cardiac monitoring, neural engineering, and smart medical devices. His work bridges mechanical engineering, materials science, and biomedical innovation. Key areas of investigation include self-healing conductive materials, magnetically actuated sensors, and wireless neural recording systems. Park has pioneered techniques for high-resolution 3D printing of electronics and developed transparent, stretchable devices such as smart contact lenses for non-invasive health monitoring. His research emphasizes translating cutting-edge materials into practical clinical or consumer applications. Publications highlight interdisciplinary contributions to bioelectronics, wearable health tech, and additive manufacturing. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, his prolific output since 2016 demonstrates sustained innovation in soft robotics and biomedical device engineering. Advising roles or grants are not detailed in current records, though his institutional affiliation suggests active participation in collaborative research projects at MIT. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with MIT's Mechanical Engineering Department, contributing to initiatives in bio-inspired robotics, flexible electronics, and healthcare technology development.

Timothy Constandinouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioelectronics
• Neural Interfaces
• Implantable Medical Devices
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Timothy Constandinou is a Professor of Bioelectronics at Imperial College London and Director of the Next Generation Neural Interfaces (NGNI) Lab. He holds roles as Head of the Circuits & Systems Research Group and Group Leader at the UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) Care Research & Technology Centre. His expertise spans microelectronics, neural interfaces, and biomedical devices, with a focus on neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Education: BEng and PhD in Electronic Engineering from Imperial College London (2001, 2005). Research Interests: Implantable neural interfaces, radar-based health monitoring, and bioelectronic interventions. His lab develops unobtrusive technologies such as in-ear hearables and UWB radar for dementia care. Key Projects: ENGINI: Next-gen implantable neural interfaces Tiresias: Low-cost radar systems for patient monitoring Mint Neurotechnologies Ltd: Spinout for translating neural interface research Lab Collaborations: Works with Imperial's EPSRC, NIHR, and Innovate UK. Current initiatives include circadian-locked DBS for Parkinson’s and radar-based sleep monitoring.

Eyal Seidemannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neural basis of visual perception
• Optical imaging techniques
• Computational neuroscience
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Eyal Seidemann is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and the Center for Perceptual Systems. His research focuses on understanding how perceptual decisions and motor plans are represented in the primate cerebral cortex. He employs advanced imaging, genetic, and electrophysiological techniques in awake, behaving primates to study neural mechanisms of visual perception and decision-making. Seidemann earned his Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Stanford University. His work integrates experimental and computational approaches, including optogenetics, calcium imaging, and computational modeling. He is supported by grants from the NIH-NEI, BRAIN Initiative, and DARPA, and leads the Seidemann Lab, which develops cutting-edge neuroimaging tools like the Bio-FlatScopeNHP lensless microscope for non-invasive cortical monitoring in primates. Key research areas include neural population dynamics in V1, cortical topography, and the interplay between sensory inputs and behavioral outputs. His lab's innovations in microscopy and optogenetic stimulation enable real-time visualization and manipulation of neural activity during perceptual tasks. Recent findings highlight the role of fluctuating internal states and nonlinear dynamics in shaping sensory processing and decision-making. Seidemann’s contributions bridge experimental neurophysiology and theoretical neuroscience, with applications in understanding neural coding mechanisms and advancing brain-computer interfaces. His work has been published in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences in neuroscience and neuroengineering.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Social Neuroscience
• Affective Neuroscience
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Alessio Avenanti is a Full Professor at the Department of Psychology 'Renzo Canestrari' , University of Bologna, Italy, and director of the Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Research Group . He leads research at the Center for Studies and Research in Cognitive Neurosciences , Cesena Campus, and serves as a research consultant at international institutions including IRCCS San Camillo (Venice) and the Universidad Católica del Maule (Chile). Education : PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience, Sapienza University of Rome European Diploma in Cognitive and Brain Sciences, Hanse Institute Master's Degree in Experimental Psychology (Cum Laude), Sapienza University of Rome Research Interests : Focuses on cognitive, social, and affective neuroscience , particularly neuroplasticity mechanisms, non-invasive brain stimulation techniques, and the neural bases of empathy, emotion, and decision-making. His work bridges basic science and translational applications, including neurorehabilitation and mental health interventions. Grants & Awards : Recipient of grants from the Bial Foundation, Italian Ministry of Health, and Fondazione del Monte 2016 National Award 'Premio SIPF' for research in psychophysiology Listed in the World's 2% Top Scientists (2023-2024) Professional Activities : Editorial roles at Scientific Reports , Cognitive Affective and Behavioral Neuroscience , and PLoS ONE Member of the International Neuropsychology Symposium and Italian Society for Psychophysiology Director of the University of Bologna's Cesena Campus Organizational Unit Labs & Teams : Leads the Non-invasive Brain Stimulation Group , focusing on developing novel protocols for studying brain plasticity and neural networks underlying human cognition and emotion.

S.E. Freemanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Political Economies
• Racial Geographies
• Critical Environments
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S.E. Freeman is a Research Fellow at Wesleyan University's Center for the Humanities (Fall 2024) and a PhD Candidate (ABD) in Geography at UC Berkeley with a Designated Emphasis in Science and Technology Studies. Their research explores categorization practices in humanitarian contexts, particularly how displacement is quantified through biometrics and geospatial technologies in South Sudan. This work interrogates the epistemological hierarchies shaping humanitarian interventions in an era of digital mobility. Education includes an M.A. in Anthropology from The New School for Social Research and a B.A. in Sociology and International Studies from Northwestern University. Freeman has held extensive fellowships, including the 2024 Charlotte W. Newcombe Fellowship and 2022 Social Science Research Council International Dissertation Research Fellowship. Research interests span political economies, racial geographies, and critical environments, with a focus on quantification, surveillance, and colonial legacies. Their work integrates queer and feminist STS frameworks to critique humanitarian data practices. Teaching experience includes roles as a Graduate Student Instructor in Geography courses at UC Berkeley (2020). Awards also include the 2021 Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award and multiple pre-dissertation fellowships from UC Berkeley's Center for African Studies. Awards highlight recognition for interdisciplinary scholarship, including the 2021 Wenner-Gren Dissertation Grant and 2018 Regents Fellowship. Their research bridges critical geography, science studies, and postcolonial theory to examine how technologies of measurement shape lives deemed 'worthy of saving' in global humanitarianism.

Weronika Potok-Szybinskaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Transcranial Stimulation
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Dr. Weronika Potok-Szybinska is a Lecturer at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zürich. Her work focuses on neurophysiological mechanisms of sensory and motor systems, with particular emphasis on the effects of non-invasive brain stimulation techniques such as transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS) and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS). She investigates how these interventions modulate visual contrast sensitivity, motor cortex responsiveness, and neural plasticity across various brain regions. Her research integrates neuroimaging (e.g., fMRI), electrophysiological recordings, and behavioral assessments to explore topics like handedness-related brain lateralization, praxis-language network interactions, and pandemic-era guidelines for clinical neurostimulation safety. Key areas of expertise include transcranial stimulation protocols, sensory-motor integration, and neuroplasticity mechanisms. Research Themes: Transcranial Stimulation Effects, Neuroplasticity, Visual-Motor Systems, Cerebral Lateralization Methodologies: fMRI, TMS/tES, Electrophysiology, Behavioral Testing Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding how tRNS acutely lowers motor circuit thresholds, enhances visual contrast detection, and interacts with brain regions such as the primary visual cortex and supramarginal gyrus. Collaborative projects include exploring the neural basis of manual praxis and language production networks in left-handed individuals.

Shruti Gargمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Neurofibromatosis Type 1
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Child Psychiatry
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Dr. Shruti Garg is a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester and Honorary Specialist at Manchester Foundation Trust. She leads the regional Social Development Clinic and a specialist NF1 liaison service at Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. Her research focuses on neurodevelopmental aspects of Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), particularly the high prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorders in NF1 populations. She investigates behavioral phenotypes and develops interventions including non-invasive brain stimulation for cognitive impairments. Current projects include NAMASTE (Global Health Research Unit on Neurodevelopment in South Asia) and Autism@Manchester. Her NIH-funded work examines developmental trajectories of ASD in NF1 and novel therapeutic approaches. Awards and Honors: Francis Collins Scholarship in NF1 Fellow of the College of General Dentistry National Teaching Fellow MacJannet Prize for Global Citizenship

Caroline Lea-Carnallمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Neuroscience
• Neuroimaging (MRI/MRS)
• Neurotransmitter Dynamics
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Dr. Caroline Lea-Carnall is a Lecturer in Biological Sciences within the Division of Psychology Communication and Human Neuroscience at The University of Manchester. Her research focuses on neuroimaging techniques (e.g., MRI/MRS), neurotransmitter dynamics, and neurological disorders such as Neurofibromatosis Type 1. She holds memberships in key organizations including the Organisation for Human Brain Mapping and the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine. Education: PhD in Neuroscience from University of Manchester (2017): 'Investigating properties of functional brain networks using the resonance phenomena' MSc in Computational Neuroscience and Neuroinformatics (Distinction), University of Manchester BSc Mathematics (1st Class Honours), University of Leeds Research Interests: Her work explores synaptic plasticity mechanisms, neuroimaging methodology improvements, and the application of computational models to understand brain network dynamics. She investigates how neurotransmitters like glutamate and GABA influence brain function and recovery post-injury. Key themes include: Cortical neurotransmitter quantification via MRS Frequency-dependent neural entrainment and stimulation Cognitive and structural correlates of mental health disorders Neurological disorders such as Neurofibromatosis Type 1 and brachial plexus injuries Research Trends: Recent publications highlight advancements in MRS methodology, neuroplasticity mechanisms in disease states, and translational research linking brain structure/function to socioeconomic/mental health outcomes. She frequently collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving computational modeling and clinical neuroimaging. Labs/Teams: Active contributor to the Division of Psychology Communication and Human Neuroscience, leading projects on brain network dynamics and neuroimaging validation. Co-developed datasets like 'Frequency-dependent cortical plasticity: evidence from psychophysics, functional imaging and computational modelling' (2017).

Maria Giulia Pretiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Neuroimaging
• Brain Connectivity
• Alzheimer's Disease
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Maria Giulia Preti is a Senior Scientist at MIPLAB, Research Staff Scientist at the CIBM Center for Biomedical Imaging (Switzerland), and a Lecturer (Maître-Assistante) at the University of Geneva. She holds a PhD in Bioengineering from Politecnico di Milano (2013) and completed postdoctoral research in Dimitri Van De Ville’s group at EPFL. Her work focuses on integrating neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, DTI, EEG, fNIRS) with graph signal processing to study brain function-structure relationships in health and disease. Key clinical applications include Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and stroke. She has pioneered methods like groupwise fMRI-guided tractography to study neurodegenerative pathologies. Education: PhD in Bioengineering (2013), Politecnico di Milano MSc in Biomedical Engineering (2009), Politecnico di Milano BSc in Biomedical Engineering (2007), Politecnico di Milano Research emphasizes multimodal neuroimaging integration and computational neuroscience. Notable achievements include developing connectome embedding techniques and demonstrating brain fingerprinting via spectral signatures. She received the Progetto Rocca fellowship (2011) supporting her work at MIT/Harvard Medical School. Ongoing projects investigate structure-function coupling dynamics, drowsiness markers, and DBS mechanisms in depression. Labs/Teams: MIP:Lab (part of the Van De Ville group at EPFL and University of Geneva collaborations).

• Deep Brain Stimulation
• Neuromodulation
• Chronic Pain
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Ausaf Bari is an Associate Professor in both Neurosurgery and Radiation Oncology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. His work bridges the fields of neurosurgery, neuroscience, and neuromodulation, with a particular focus on developing innovative treatments for neurological and psychiatric disorders through deep brain stimulation and related technologies. Dr. Bari's research primarily focuses on deep brain stimulation (DBS) and neuromodulation therapies for various conditions including chronic pain, essential tremor, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and psychiatric disorders. His work spans both clinical applications and fundamental neuroscience research, examining how brain circuitry relates to neurological function and dysfunction. His research integrates advanced neuroimaging techniques, electrophysiological recordings, and computational approaches to improve neuromodulation therapies. Dr. Bari's publication record demonstrates a strong focus on improving targeting precision for deep brain stimulation procedures, understanding the neural mechanisms underlying pain perception and modulation, and expanding the applications of neuromodulation to new conditions. His recent work has particularly emphasized chronic pain treatment through subgenual cingulate cortex stimulation, as well as refining thalamic targets for movement disorders and epilepsy. Deep Brain Stimulation Targeting: Research on precise anatomical targeting for DBS procedures using advanced imaging and tractography Chronic Pain Mechanisms: Investigation of thalamic and cortical circuits involved in chronic pain perception Neuromodulation for Psychiatric Disorders: Exploration of DBS applications for treatment-resistant depression and other psychiatric conditions Advanced Neuroimaging: Development of connectivity-based approaches to understand brain circuitry relevant to neuromodulation Dr. Bari has received research funding from the NIH, including the grant "Deep Brain Stimulation of the Subgenual Cingulate Cortex for the Treatment of Medically Refractory Chronic Low Back Pain" (NIH UH3NS113661, 2019-2024), where he serves as Principal Investigator. This work represents a pioneering effort to apply neuromodulation techniques to chronic pain conditions that have been traditionally difficult to treat.

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Neuroimaging
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Dr. Gil Hoftman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. His research focuses on the intersection of neuroscience and psychiatry , particularly in understanding schizophrenia and psychosis spectrum disorders through neuroimaging , transcriptomic analysis , and neuromodulation techniques such as repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS). Institution: University of California Los Angeles School: School of Medicine Department: Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Dr. Hoftman's work explores the neurobiological substrates of psychiatric conditions, with particular emphasis on: 22q11.2 deletion syndrome as a model for psychosis vulnerability Transcriptional dysregulation of GABA and glutamate systems in schizophrenia Developmental trajectories of cortical circuits Optimization of non-invasive brain stimulation protocols Integration of multimodal datasets for psychosis research His recent publications (2023-2025) span topics from neuroimaging signatures of genetic risk for psychosis to clinical trials of rTMS in treatment-resistant depression, with a focus on age and sex-related efficacy differences. Dr. Hoftman collaborates extensively with the Accelerating Medicines Partnership® Schizophrenia (AMP® SCZ) consortium and contributes to methodological advancements in longitudinal psychiatric research .