جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Ecology
• Ecotoxicology
• Ichthyology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dušan Nikolić is a Senior Research Associate at the Department of Biology and Inland Water Protection , part of the Institute for Multidisciplinary Research at the University of Belgrade. His work focuses on aquatic ecosystem monitoring, ecotoxicology, and ichthyology, with a particular emphasis on using fish as bioindicators for environmental health. Doctorate in Environmental Sciences (University of Belgrade, 2020) Master's in Ecology (University of Belgrade, 2015) BSc in Biology (University of Belgrade, 2014) His research interests span ecotoxicology, fish histology, and invasive species dynamics. Recent publications analyze metal accumulation patterns in fish organs, sex-specific toxicity effects, and morphometric adaptations of invasive species like the Amur sleeper. His work bridges environmental monitoring with human health risk assessment. Scientific awards include: Zadužbina Đoka Vlajković Best Scientific Paper Award (2021) City of Belgrade Creativity Award for Young Researchers (2020) Ministry of Education Scholarship for Doctoral Students (2016-2018) Double Vuk Karadžić Academic Excellence Diplomas (2010, 2006) Nikolić contributes to environmental impact assessments and serves on the Ethics Committee at his institute. He has collaborated internationally, including work on species distribution models in Argentina. His technical skills include electrofishing, statistical software (STATISTICA, SPSS), and morphometric analysis tools.

Anjali Vaidyaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Right Heart Failure
• Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anjali Vaidya, MD, is a Professor at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University , serving as Director of Advanced Pulmonary Hypertension, Right Heart Failure & CTEPH Program and Director of Pulmonary Hypertension Fellowship at Temple University Hospital. She also holds leadership roles as Associate Program Director for Cardiology Fellowship and Assistant Dean for Faculty Development . MD, Boston University School of Medicine Fellowship, Advanced Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplant, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Fellowship, Pulmonary Hypertension, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Fellowship, Advanced Echocardiography, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Her research focuses on Pulmonary Hypertension , Right Heart Failure , Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension , and Exercise Physiology . Her clinical work includes Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing , Ventricular Assist Devices , and Heart Transplantation . Scientific contributions include: Echocardiographic methods for pulmonary hypertension hemodynamic assessment Biomarker profiles for pulmonary arterial hypertension progression Renal-cardiac interactions in end-stage renal disease Post-surgical right ventricular function evaluation Medical ethics in genomic sequencing applications 2024 Temple University Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching 2023 LKSOM Educational Excellence Award Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society Sigma Xi Scientific Research Honor Society Dr. Vaidya leads the Pulmonary Hypertension Fellowship at Temple University Hospital and contributes to faculty development initiatives. She is board-certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease , with active memberships in 12 professional societies including the American College of Cardiology and American Thoracic Society .

Kristen Jacklinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dementia
• Indigenous Peoples
• Alzheimer's Disease
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kristen Jacklin is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Biobehavioral Health at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. She also serves as an Adjunct Professor and Head of the Memory Keepers Medical Discovery Team, focusing on culturally responsive dementia research for Indigenous populations. University of Minnesota School of Public Health Family Medicine and Biobehavioral Health Research Interests: Her work addresses dementia prevalence, cognitive assessment tools, and blood biomarkers in Native American communities. She integrates community-based participatory research, therapeutic poetry, and language change initiatives to improve care for Indigenous elders. Projects & Grants: Leading the American Indigenous Cognitive Assessment (AMICA) Project and the International Indigenous Dementia Research Network Annual Conference, funded by the NIH National Institute on Aging and the Alzheimer's Association. Collaborates with institutions across Minnesota on workforce development programs. Collaborations: Partners with organizations like the HRSA Bureau of Health Professions and the NIA IMPACT Collaboratory, emphasizing Indigenous community engagement and ethical research practices.

• Psychiatry
• Respiratory Medicine and Allergy
• Pediatric Epidemiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anna Hedman is a Senior Research Specialist and Lecturer at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics (MEB), where she leads the Pediatric and respiratory epidemiology research group under Catarina Almqvist Malmros. Her primary affiliations include examiner and coordinator roles for medical degree projects at KI's medical program (semester 8), and she serves as Course Director for scientific writing and methodology courses. Education: Post-doc in Epidemiology, MEB, Karolinska Institutet (2015-2019) PhD in Neuroscience, Rudolf Magnus Brain Center, Utrecht University (2013) Her research integrates pediatric epidemiology with advanced methodologies including twin modeling, longitudinal data analysis, and biomarker studies (IgE, FeNO, cytokines, metabolic markers) to investigate atopic diseases and non-communicable conditions in children. Current work focuses on asthma endotypes, maternal-child health interactions, and genetic/environmental determinants of respiratory and psychiatric disorders through large-scale cohorts like STOPPA and Born into Life. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in pediatric respiratory epidemiology (60%), psychiatric comorbidity research (25%), and methodological innovation in multi-omics integration (15%). Key trends include leveraging twin registries for causal inference, developing non-invasive biomarkers for asthma control, and exploring bidirectional relationships between mental health and immune disorders. Teaching & Mentorship: Examiner/coordinator for medical degree projects (2017–present) Lecturer in scientific writing (Basvetenskap 1, 2022–2023) Group leader for Medical Scientific Methodology courses (2017–2021) Supervisor for master's theses in medicine Her work operates within Karolinska Institutet's Pediatric and respiratory epidemiology research group, utilizing national registries, clinical cohorts, and biobanks including the Swedish Twin Registry. Current projects emphasize translational applications of inflammatory proteomics and epigenetic clocks for personalized pediatric care.

• Epidemiology
• Functional Aging
• Epigenetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thaís Lopes de Oliveira is a Researcher at the Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Karolinska Institutet, Sweden . She specializes in epidemiology and the molecular epidemiology of aging, working within Sara Hägg's research group . Education : Master’s (2017) and PhD (2021) in Public Health Epidemiology from Oswaldo Cruz Foundation, Brazil. Research Interests focus on functional aging across multiple domains (sensory, cognitive, physical) and its interaction with pharmacological interventions, epigenetic markers, and lifestyle factors. She employs longitudinal cohort studies to assess aging trajectories and health outcomes. Teaching includes seminars on non-communicable diseases, aging determinants, and doctoral course assistance in life-course perspectives. She supervised projects on Inflammatory Protein Epigenetic Scores and Cardiovascular Medication Effects . Public Outreach includes participation in the 26th Nordic Congress of Gerontology (2022).

Ole Henning Skjønsbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pulmonary Medicine
• Hypoxia
• Pulmonary Hypertension
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ole Henning Skjønsberg is a Professor II in the Department of Pulmonary Medicine at the University of Oslo . He specializes in respiratory physiology, hypoxia-related pathologies, and post-COVID-19 pulmonary complications. His work integrates clinical and experimental approaches to understand lung disease mechanisms. Current Projects : Respire - Responsible Explainable Machine Learning for Sleep-related Respiratory Disorders Research Groups : Clinical and Experimental Pulmonary Medicine His research focuses on: Pulmonary responses to hypoxia and high-altitude exposure Long-term effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection on lung function and inflammation Non-invasive ventilation strategies for chronic hypoventilation Mechanisms of inflammasome activation and vascular remodeling Recent publications highlight his work on COVID-19-related pulmonary complications , hypoxia-induced inflammation, and respiratory monitoring technologies. Collaborative studies emphasize biomarker discovery and gut-lung axis interactions . Key affiliations: University of Oslo (Department of Pulmonary Medicine) Norwegian Pneumological Society European Respiratory Journal Journal of Internal Medicine His work appears in journals like Physiological Reports , PLOS ONE , and Journal of Internal Medicine , with a focus on translational research bridging basic science and clinical practice.

• Social Work
• Bereavement and Loss
• Trauma Counseling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Carol Irizarry serves as Associate Professor in the College of Education, Psychology and Social Work at Flinders University, holding key responsibilities as Chair of the School International Engagement Committee and Discipline Coordinator of Distance Education. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D. from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey M.S. from Columbia University, New York, New York B.A. from William Smith College, Geneva, New York Professor Irizarry's research program centers on bereavement, trauma, and refugee support systems, with innovative exploration of human-animal interactions in therapeutic contexts. Her work bridges clinical practice with social justice advocacy, particularly through group work methodologies and culturally safe interventions for vulnerable populations including unaccompanied humanitarian minors and elderly communities. International student support remains a cornerstone of her academic commitment. Recent publications demonstrate an evolving trajectory from foundational group work studies toward contemporary intersections of technology and aging, kinship care systems, and trauma-informed social justice frameworks. Her scholarly output consistently addresses systemic inequities while developing practical intervention models. Her distinguished recognition includes: Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2010) Life Membership from Anglicare SA (2006) Arthur Cys Medal for Service to Seniors (1996) Equal Opportunity Award from Flinders University (1995) Inaugural Vice-Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching (1993) Professor Irizarry pioneered the Adelaide Loss & Grief Centre (2000), a landmark Anglicare SA-Flinders partnership, and sustained a 12-year refugee children's summer program. Her grant portfolio demonstrates consistent success in developing community-academic partnerships focused on migration support and trauma recovery, while her teaching innovations include the 2018 launch of Loss, Grief and Trauma Counselling with human-animal interaction components. She maintains active leadership in STTARS Adelaide's Executive, Anglicare SA's life membership, and previously served on Tabor College Adelaide's Academic Board (2007-2017), with international conference contributions spanning photovoice methodology, global social work agendas, and culturally safe refugee care models.

Christopher Almondمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pediatric Cardiology
• Heart Failure
• Heart Transplantation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christopher Almond is a Professor at Stanford University, specializing in Pediatrics - Cardiology . He is affiliated with the Cardiovascular Institute and the Maternal & Child Health Research Institute (MCHRI) . His clinical focus includes Heart Failure , Ventricular Assist Devices , and Heart Transplantation . Almond's research addresses critical issues in pediatric heart transplantation, including surrogate endpoints for clinical trials functional status outcomes hemodynamic risk stratification device-based circulatory support . Key publications analyze the MATE score, Berlin Heart EXCOR outcomes, and ECMO efficacy. His work has influenced pediatric transplant allocation policies and device innovation. He teaches courses like Directed Reading in Pediatrics and mentors students through clinical research projects.

Zuzana Krátkaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Actuarial Mathematics
• Non-life Insurance
• Financial Mathematics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Zuzana Krátka is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Actuarial Science within the Faculty of Economics and Finance, University of Economics in Bratislava. She specializes in quantitative finance and insurance disciplines, with teaching responsibilities including Mathematics I/II , Financial Mathematics , and Enterprise Risk Management . Education: PhD in Insurance, University of Economics in Bratislava (2010) Engineer Degree (Ing.) in Finance, Banking & Insurance, University of Economics in Bratislava (2005) Master's (Mgr.) in Mathematical Structures, Charles University, Prague (1992) Research Focus: Her work centers on developing mathematical frameworks for insurance and financial systems, particularly non-life insurance modeling, risk quantification methodologies, and economic applications of actuarial science. Professional Activities: Member: Committee for Science, Research & Innovation (2015–present) Associated Member: Slovak Society of Actuaries (2013–present) Member: Sector Council for Banking/Financial Services/Insurance (2013–present) Working Group Member: Solvency II Directive Transposition (Ministry of Finance SR, 2010–2015)

Federico Germaniمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Disinformation
• Misinformation
• Infodemic Management
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Federico Germani, a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute of Biomedical Ethics and History of Medicine (IBME) within the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Zurich, holds a PhD in Molecular Life Sciences and additional qualifications in International Relations. He founded Culturico, a non-profit cultural platform combating misinformation, and serves as a rapporteur for the World Health Organization (WHO) on infodemic ethics. His work bridges biomedical research, digital society, and public health ethics. Bachelor's in Biology, University of Milan (2013) Master's in Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Milan (2015) PhD in Molecular Life Sciences, University of Zurich (2019) Graduate Diploma in International Relations, University of London (2018) Federico's research focuses on digital misinformation, pandemic preparedness, and ethical frameworks for AI in health communication. His expertise spans infodemic management, information literacy, and the intersection of technology and ethics. His recent work explores AI-driven disinformation mechanisms, systematic evaluation biases in language models, and critical thinking interventions. His 15 most recent publications (2025-2024) address AI ethics, pandemic communication, and misinformation analysis. Articles include topics such as algorithmic accountability, emotional bias in AI, and preference epidemiology for patient-centered healthcare.

Mary Loveمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Disparities
• Cardiovascular Nursing
• Stroke
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mary Love serves as Assistant Professor of Nursing Education at the University of Houston's Barbara Gessner College of Nursing, dedicating her career to advancing health equity in stroke rehabilitation through interdisciplinary research on psychosocial determinants and non-pharmacological interventions. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Houston (2019) MSN, University of Texas Health Science Center Houston School of Nursing (2002) BSN, University of Texas at Austin (1982) Dr. Love's research critically examines racism's impact on stroke outcomes and develops culturally tailored resilience interventions , with particular focus on Black stroke survivors' quality of life. Her work integrates cardiovascular nursing expertise with psychosocial health frameworks to address systemic disparities through meditation-based therapies, telehealth solutions, and stress self-management protocols. This dual clinical-academic approach bridges secondary prevention of cardiovascular events with innovative psychosocial support systems. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2019-2024) reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) racism-resilience interactions in Black stroke populations using mixed-methods designs, (2) telehealth implementation for health equity, and (3) meditation interventions targeting caregiver burden and depression. These studies consistently employ patient-centered methodologies while addressing social determinants of health through community-engaged frameworks. Her accolades demonstrate national recognition in health disparities research: National Institute of Minority Health and Health Disparities Health Disparities Research Institute Scholar (2021) National Research Mentoring Network Strategic Empowerment Tailored for Health Equity participant (2021) HEALTH NIMHD-RCMI Professional Development Program fellow (2021-2022) Good Samaritan Bronze Award for Nursing Education Excellence (2020) American Heart Association Epidemiology Seminar Fellow (2019) Dr. Love actively participates in grant-writing mentorship through the NRMN-SETH program and contributes to the HEALTH NIMHD-RCMI initiative, focusing on securing funding for community-based interventions that dismantle structural barriers in stroke rehabilitation. Her current projects emphasize scalable telehealth models and meditation protocols to reduce disparities in post-stroke depression. Within the Barbara Gessner College of Nursing, she collaborates with cardiovascular and neurology research teams while mentoring junior investigators through structured programs addressing minority health research capacity building.

• Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC)
• Immunotherapy
• Liver Disease
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ciro Celsa is a Researcher at the University of Palermo within the Department of Health Promotion, Maternal and Child, Internal Medicine, and Specialist Excellence 'G. D'Alessandro' under the School of Medicine and Surgery . His clinical and research focus centers on hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) management, particularly systemic therapies, immunotherapy combinations, and real-world treatment outcomes. Role: Researcher in Internal Medicine and HCC Specialist Key Collaborations: HCC Sicily Multidisciplinary Network Research Interests include: Clinical application of immunotherapy (e.g., Atezolizumab, Bevacizumab, Lenvatinib) Survival analysis and prognostic modeling in advanced HCC Hepatic decompensation as a mortality driver Comparative effectiveness of minimally invasive treatments Integration of artificial intelligence in HCC management Role of metabolic and autoimmune factors in liver cancer progression Article Trends reveal a focus on frontline systemic therapies for HCC, risk stratification tools (ALBI Grade), drug combinations (anti-PD-L1 + anti-VEGF), and real-world validation of clinical trial results through large-scale meta-analyses and cohort studies. Labs & Teams : Actively involved with the HCC Sicily Multidisciplinary Network, contributing to regional and international studies on HCC epidemiology and treatment optimization.

John Crookerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Economics
• Sports Economics
• Environmental Economics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

John Crooker is an Adjunct Professor of Economics at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and serves as the Vice Provost of Decision Support. His academic and administrative roles focus on economic analysis, particularly in sports, environmental valuation, and non-market resource economics. Crooker’s research spans sports economics, contingent valuation, and statistical learning methods. He has investigated topics such as NFL relocation threats, NASCAR incentive structures, and environmental remediation strategies, often employing contingent valuation and econometric modeling. His recent work (2024–2007) emphasizes sports economics, environmental valuation, and statistical learning. Key themes include analyzing fan behavior in professional sports, quantifying welfare from non-market resources, and improving educational outcomes through data-driven approaches. John Crooker’s publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of economics to real-world problems, with a focus on policy implications and methodological rigor. His work bridges theoretical economic models with practical assessments of sports, environmental, and educational systems.

Shuo-Wang Qiaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunology
• T-Cell Biology
• Autoimmune Diseases
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Shuo-Wang Qiao is a Professor at the University of Oslo , affiliated with the Department of Clinical Medicine and the K. G. Jebsen Centre for Celiac Disease Research . Since 2001, he has conducted groundbreaking research at the Institute of Immunology, Rikshospitalet, with a postdoctoral stint at Harvard Medical School (2005–2007). His work bridges human immunology, particularly celiac disease, with comparative studies on the Atlantic cod’s unique immune system. Education: Cand. med. (University of Oslo, 1999) Dr. med. (University of Oslo, 2005) Cand. mag. in Mathematics (University of Oslo, 2001) Research Interests: His research spans T-cell receptor (TCR) analysis , single-cell transcriptomics , autoimmune disease mechanisms (notably celiac disease), and evolutionary immunology in species lacking classical immune components like MHC II. He has pioneered methods for TCR sequencing and spike-in calibration in immune repertoire studies. Scientific Contributions: Recent publications focus on gluten-specific T-cell dynamics , Atlantic cod’s immune system , and TCRpower (a computational tool for immune sequencing validation). His work on MHC II-deficient fish and epitope selection in celiac disease highlights his interdisciplinary approach. Leadership Roles: He has led major research initiatives, including the Centre for Immune Regulation (2007–2017) and the K. G. Jebsen Centre since 2016. Collaborative projects include UiO: Life Sciences funding for cod immune system mapping.

Nathan D. Vandjelovicمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Ear Disorders
• Airway Disorders
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nathan D. Vandjelovic, D.O., serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. Board-certified in Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery, he practices pediatric otolaryngology through UR Medicine Faculty Group and Accountable Health Partners in Rochester, NY, accepting new patients at Lattimore Medical Center. His educational pathway includes: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (2013, with high honors) Residency in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Detroit Medical Center/Michigan State University (2014-2018), serving as chief resident Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology at Nemours Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children (2018-2019) Dr. Vandjelovic specializes in pediatric airway and ear disorders, with clinical emphasis on complex congenital anomalies, cleft palate management, and airway reconstruction. His research examines surgical outcomes in tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy, tympanostomy tube efficacy, and rare conditions like pyriform aperture stenosis. Patient reviews consistently highlight his exceptional communication skills, thorough explanations using anatomical charts, and gentle bedside manner with children, though occasional comments note rushed interactions during high-volume periods. His 23 publications (2012-2025) reveal evolving expertise from basic science (e.g., oxidative DNA damage studies) to clinical pediatric ENT, with recent work focusing on airway interventions, surgical innovations, and global health initiatives like establishing ENT services in Malawi. Key trends include outcome analysis of pediatric procedures and management of complex airway emergencies. Dr. Vandjelovic maintains active clinical practice within UR Medicine's academic health system, participating in multidisciplinary care for craniofacial and airway disorders. His work integrates surgical innovation with patient-centered communication, as evidenced by high patient satisfaction scores (4.8-4.9/5) across all measured domains including treatment explanations and compassionate care.