جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Stavroula Kanoniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nutrigenetics
• Cardiovascular Genetics
• Cardiometabolic Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stavroula Kanoni is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Nutrigenetics and Cardiovascular Health at Queen Mary University of London's Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, affiliated with the Clinical Pharmacology and Precision Medicine Centre. She holds additional roles as Deputy Academic Lead of the Environment and Health Multidisciplinary Theme, Fellow of the Digital Environment Research Institute (DERI), and Editorial Board member for Nutrigenetics/Nutrigenomics at the Nutrients Journal. Her expertise spans over a decade in cardiovascular genetics, nutrigenetics, and the interplay between genetics, diet, and lifestyle. Education: B.Sc. in Nutrition and Dietetics (Harokopio University, 2003); M.Sc. in Clinical Dietetics (2006); PhD in Nutrigenetics (2010). Research Focus: Genetic architecture of cardiometabolic diseases, polygenic risk scores, multi-ancestry cohorts, and precision medicine applications. Active in consortia like CARDIoGRAMPlusC4D, GLGC, and MAST4HEALTH. Her research integrates genomic, epigenomic, and metabolomic data to develop predictive models for cardiovascular health. Key projects include AI-driven polygenic risk profiling, genetic determinants of lipid levels, and nutraceutical interventions for NAFLD. She has published over 120 peer-reviewed articles, yielding an H-index of 66. Grants & Leadership: Leads the LEAP Collaborate to Innovate Fund project on cardiovascular risk AI tools and contributes to EU Horizon 2020 initiatives. She also drives educational innovation, designing new courses in environment and health at Queen Mary. Collaborations: Works with institutions like Oxford, Cambridge, Stanford, and international consortia to advance translational research in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.

• Functional Genomics
• Proteomics
• Molecular Plant Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Urmila Basu is a Faculty Service Officer at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences, leading core research and teaching facilities. She holds a Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. (Honors). Her work focuses on managing labs like the Genomics and Proteomics unit, supporting crop and livestock improvement through functional genomics and proteomics. She co-chairs committees on safety and agricultural genomics. Research interests include plant pathology (clubroot resistance in canola), non-coding RNAs, and omics technologies. She teaches AFNS 575 , a course on advanced functional genomics. Awards include the 2012 Faculty Teacher of the Year. Her articles highlight clubroot resistance mechanisms, Brassica transcriptomics, and silicon’s role in mitigating plant stress. She collaborates internationally on crop improvement and pathogen response studies.

Rachel Greenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ribosome Biology
• Protein Synthesis
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rachel Green is the Bloomberg Distinguished Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences. She leads a research group focused on ribosome function and its role in cellular homeostasis. Her work spans bacteria, yeast, and mammalian systems, with a focus on translation mechanisms, mRNA quality control, and stress responses. Education: B.S. in Chemistry (University of Michigan, 1986), Ph.D. in Biochemistry (Harvard University, 1993 under Jack Szostak), and postdoctoral training with Harry Noller at UC Santa Cruz. Appointed as an HHMI Investigator in 2000. Research interests include ribosome collisions, integrated stress response (ISR), and MAP kinase pathways. Techniques employed include genetic, genomic, and biochemical methods. Current lab members include graduate students and postdoctoral fellows working on projects such as ribosome rescue mechanisms and translational regulation. Notable achievements: HHMI Investigator, extensive publications on ribosome biology, and contributions to understanding mRNA quality control pathways.

Ann Rossمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Forensic Anthropology
• Paleobiology
• Biological Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ann Ross is a Professor and University Faculty Scholar at North Carolina State University, specializing in forensic anthropology and biological sciences. Her work bridges forensic science, paleobiology, and human variation studies with a focus on skeletal analysis, disaster victim identification, and ethical collection practices. Her research addresses critical areas such as juvenile age estimation, bone mineral density applications, and forensic protocols for mass casualty events. She actively contributes to professional organizations like FASE, advocating for standardized practices and ethical skeletal collection management. Key achievements include the Jackson Rigney International Service Award (2023) and the University Faculty Scholar title (2013). Her interdisciplinary approach integrates 3D morphometrics, molecular biology, and taphonomy to advance forensic methodologies. Recent work highlights advancements in identifying blunt force trauma on thermally altered remains, ethical challenges in skeletal collections post-Black Lives Matter, and global patterns in craniofacial variation. She collaborates internationally, addressing forensic challenges in Europe, South Africa, and the Caribbean. Her research emphasizes human rights applications, including migrant death investigations and reforming ancestry studies to combat racial biases. Ross's lab develops innovative tools like the 3D-ID software for cranial classification, and her work on Lucayan burials advances Caribbean archaeological understanding.

• Plant Genetics
• Evolutionary Biology
• RNA Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mark Beilstein is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Arizona, with primary affiliation to the Biodiversity & Evolutionary Biology program. His research focuses on plant genetics, evolutionary biology, and RNA biology, particularly in the Brassicaceae family. He investigates mechanisms of epigenetic regulation, gene evolution, and non-coding RNA functions in plant development, stress responses, and speciation. Key contributions include studies on telomere biology, RNA-directed DNA methylation, and the role of long intergenic non-coding RNAs (lincRNAs) in Arabidopsis and other plants. His work bridges molecular genetics with evolutionary processes, addressing questions about gene duplication, introgression, and adaptive divergence. He has developed tools for analyzing non-coding RNAs and contributed to genomic studies of crops like Camelina sativa. Dr. Beilstein’s research also extends to biochemical approaches modeling human genetic disorders, such as pontocerebellar hypoplasia. Notable themes across his publications include epigenetic regulation under stress, evolutionary dynamics of gene families, and plant genome architecture. His studies highlight the interplay between genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors shaping plant diversity and function.

Eric Lyonsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Plant Genomics
• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Computational Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eric Lyons is an Associate Professor in the School of Plant Sciences and Biosystems Engineering at the University of Arizona's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He is also an Affiliate Faculty member in the College of Information Science and part of the BIO5 Institute. His research focuses on plant genomics, bioinformatics tools, and agricultural cyberinfrastructure. Key projects include developing platforms like CyVerse and PhytoOracle for genomic and phenomic data analysis, as well as advancing understanding of mRNA modifications and plant responses to environmental stresses. Lyons contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative (AG2PI), bridging computational and biological sciences. Research interests span plant molecular biology, computational genomics, and open-science infrastructure. He has pioneered tools for genomic data management (e.g., CoGe) and phenomic analysis, enabling collaborative research in agriculture and plant biology. His work integrates machine learning for plant imaging and addresses challenges in translating genomic data into actionable insights for crop improvement. No notable scientific awards are listed. His contributions to grants and advising are not detailed in available texts. He collaborates with the BIO5 Institute and the College of Information Science on interdisciplinary projects, emphasizing data-driven solutions in agriculture and biology.

Buhle Moyoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Gene Therapy
• Viral Vector Engineering
• CRISPR/Cas Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Buhle Moyo is an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Rice University, affiliated with the College of Engineering. His research focuses on advancing gene therapy, viral vector engineering, and CRISPR/Cas9 technologies for treating diseases such as hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections and cancer. He leads the Laboratory of Biomolecular Engineering and Nanomedicine, exploring innovative solutions like AAV-based delivery systems and nanotechnology for targeted therapies. Contact: buhle.moyo@rice.edu . Research interests include viral vector design, genome editing applications, and overcoming therapeutic delivery barriers. His work bridges biomedical engineering and molecular biology to address unmet clinical needs in infectious diseases and oncology. Recent publications highlight advancements in CRISPR delivery, AAV modifications, and HBV cure strategies. Collaborative efforts aim to translate lab innovations into clinical applications. No scientific awards or grants are listed here. His team’s focus includes protein engineering and platform technologies for modular gene editing systems.

• Immunology
• Virology
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karen Agaronyan is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Immunobiology at Yale School of Medicine. Her research focuses on understanding fundamental mechanisms of immunity, viral pathogenesis, and mitochondrial biology. She investigates how innate immune sensors like TLR9 regulate antiviral responses during influenza infection and explores mitochondrial dysfunction in human oocytes with pathogenic mutations. Her work bridges virology, immunology, and molecular biology, with recent studies addressing post-viral bacterial infections and allergic inflammation triggered by tissue remodeling. She contributes to Yale's Immunobiology Graduate Program and participates in seminars like the Immunobiology Seminar Series and Human and Translational Immunology events. Karen's research areas include type 2 immune responses, mitochondrial gene expression mechanisms, and translational applications of mitochondrial replacement therapy. Her publications span topics from innate immunity to epigenetic regulation in mitochondria.

• Plant Molecular Biology
• Plant Pathology
• Functional Genomics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Mariella Finetti Sialer is a Senior Researcher at the Institute of Biosciences and BioResources (IBBR), part of the National Research Council of Italy (CNR) in Bari. Her research spans molecular plant pathology, functional genomics, and sustainable agriculture, with a strong emphasis on both abiotic and biotic stress responses in plants. Her research interests focus on the molecular mechanisms underlying plant responses to drought, salinity, viral infections, and nematode infestations. She specializes in using functional genomics tools and molecular diagnostics for the detection and management of plant diseases. A key area of her work involves the study of beneficial microorganisms such as Pochonia chlamydosporia and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), which are used in biological control and to enhance plant growth. This research is conducted in collaboration with La Molina University in Peru, reflecting her international engagement. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on plant-pathogen interactions, small RNA biology, molecular diagnostics, and sustainable crop protection strategies. Her work integrates advanced molecular techniques with practical applications in agriculture, particularly in the conservation and valorization of local crop landraces in the Apulia region through projects like SaVeGraINPuglia. Her scientific contributions are extensive, with active research output up to 2023. She is involved in multi-institutional projects and has contributed to the development of real-time assays for pathogen detection, RNA silencing mechanisms, and biodiversity conservation initiatives. Senior Researcher, IBBR-CNR, Bari Active in molecular plant pathology and biological control Collaborator in international and regional agricultural projects

• Cancer Biology
• Molecular Oncology
• Genetics and Developmental Biology
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Gavin Bowen-Metcalf is a Senior Lecturer in Genetics and Developmental Biology within the Department of Life Sciences, Faculty of Science and Engineering at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge. He holds Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and the Royal Society of Medicine (FRSM), and leads teaching in Biomedical Science and Laboratory Science programs. He is also the Course Leader for the BSc (Hons) Laboratory Scientist degree apprenticeship and actively supervises undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students. Education: BSc (Hons) Human Biosciences, University of Northampton MRes (DIC) Oncology and Cancer Biology, Imperial College London Joint PhD in Clinical Medicine (Molecular Oncology) and Biomedical Engineering, Imperial College London PGCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, Anglia Ruskin University Gavin’s research centers on cancer biology, particularly the role of non-coding RNAs such as microRNAs in cancer development, metastasis, drug resistance, and early diagnosis. His work spans translational applications in molecular oncology, genomics, and histopathology, with a strong focus on identifying novel drug targets and leveraging natural compounds for cancer therapy. His interdisciplinary approach integrates molecular biology, biomedical engineering, and clinical diagnostics. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on microRNA-based cancer diagnostics, amplification-free detection technologies, biosensors, and public science communication. His work bridges laboratory research with real-world applications in early cancer detection and patient care, often through innovative engineering solutions and collaborations across academia, industry, and healthcare. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine (FRSM) ACS’ Editors Choice (2016) for groundbreaking work in analytical chemistry and cancer diagnostics Gavin has held research and clinical roles in the NHS, the medical devices industry (Clearblue), and the Wellcome Sanger Institute. He is an Associate Editor for Nature Oncogene , external examiner for the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham, and provides research supervision across multiple levels. He is also actively involved in public engagement through media contributions to The Conversation UK and educational outreach via Springpod’s Subject Spotlight series. Labs and Research Groups: He leads the Cancer Cell Biology Research Sub-Group at ARU and conducts research involving circulating nucleic acids, microRNA biomarkers, and natural therapeutics. His work benefits from collaborations with clinical and industrial partners, enhancing translational impact. He is also a visiting scholar at multiple institutions, extending his academic influence.

• Nephrology
• Kidney Transplantation
• Transplant Immunology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Subagini Nagarajah is a Consultant Lecturer at the Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark. She is affiliated with Odense University Hospital (OUH) and specializes in nephrology, with a focus on kidney transplantation and immunology. Research Interests: Kidney transplantation, long non-coding RNA, transplant immunology, and chronic disease management. Collaborations: Active in multidisciplinary networks for diabetes and multimorbidity, including the NOMAD intervention. Recent Research Trends: Her work explores molecular biomarkers (e.g., endotrophin, FOXP3) in transplant outcomes, using techniques like ELISA and RNA analysis. Collaborative studies emphasize patient-reported outcomes and multidisciplinary care.

Alexander Barteltمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Metabolic Diseases
• Lipid Metabolism
• Obesity
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Alexander Bartelt is a Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), holding the Chair of Translational Nutritional Medicine at the TUM School of Life Sciences since 2024. He is also a research group leader at the Helmholtz Diabetes Center and affiliated with the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD) and German Center for Cardiovascular Diseases (DZHK). His research focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic diseases, lipid metabolism, and adipose tissue biology. Education: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology studies at the University of Hamburg Doctorate (summa cum laude) at University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (2010) Research Interests: Molecular basis of metabolism, obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and the role of nutrition in metabolic regulation. His work emphasizes metabolic adaptation to stress factors and the interplay between lipid metabolism and immune responses. Awards: ERC Starting Grant (2019) Friedmund Neumann Prize (2018) ISSFAL Early Career Award (2014) Grants & Labs: Recipient of DFG grants and international funding. Active in collaborative projects on brown fat thermogenesis and lipid metabolism. His lab integrates molecular biology, systems biology, and translational approaches to combat metabolic disorders.

• Genomics
• Bioinformatics
• RNA Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Martin Smith is a computational biologist and Director of the Ramaciotti Centre for Genomics at UNSW. Specializing in transcriptomics, RNA biology, and AI-driven genomic technologies, his research focuses on long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs), RNA structure-function relationships, and nanopore sequencing applications in immunology, cancer, and neuroscience. He holds a PhD in genomics from the University of Queensland and has held roles at the Garvan Institute, Kinghorn Centre, and CHU Sainte-Justine Research Centre. His work bridges basic science and clinical translation, with commercial ventures including two nanopore sequencing platforms and patents in genomic tools. Education: BSc in Microbiology/Immunology (Université de Montréal), MSc in Bioinformatics (Infectious Disease Research Centre), PhD in Genomics (UQ), Postdoc at Garvan Institute Research Interests: RNA biology, machine learning in genomics, nanopore sequencing, clinical genomics applications Affiliations: Director, Ramaciotti Centre for Genomics; Adjunct Professor at Université de Montréal His lab develops tools like ECSfinder for RNA structure prediction and Assembly Arena for isoform reconstruction. He advocates for real-time genomic epidemiology and has contributed to SARS-CoV-2 studies during the pandemic. Key labs/teams: The Smith Laboratory (UNSW), collaborations with clinical and industry partners.

Chantel Fitzsimmonsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Epigenetics
• Liposomes
• Molecular Basis of Viral Pathogenicity (Ebola)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chantel Fitzsimmons is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Newcastle's School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy. Her primary affiliation is with the College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing. She holds a PhD in Medical Genetics from the University of Newcastle and has conducted research at institutions in France, including the Centre International de Recherche en Infectiologie (CIRI) and the Centre de Recherche en Cancérologie de Lyon. Her research focuses on viral pathogenicity mechanisms, oncopharmacology, and neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly schizophrenia. She has contributed to studies on Ebola virus immune evasion, cancer drug interactions, and precision medicine strategies using cerebral organoids. Education: PhD in Medical Genetics (University of Newcastle), Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology), and Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours), both from the University of Newcastle. Research Interests: Molecular virology, viral pathogenesis, pharmacogenomics, schizophrenia genetics, epigenetics, and miRNA/circRNA regulation. Her work spans from viral host interactions to neurobiological mechanisms underlying psychiatric disorders. Publications: Over 12 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on schizophrenia genomic profiling, circRNA dysregulation, and mRNA post-transcriptional dynamics. Her work bridges basic science with clinical translation, particularly in neurodegenerative and psychiatric conditions. Awards: Australian Postgraduate Award (2007), Alzheimer’s Association travel fellowship (2008), and the Philip Emlyn Thomas Honours Scholarship (2005). Grants: Recipient of the Emlyn and Jennie Thomas Postgraduate Medical Research Scholarship (2015–2016) supporting her research into genetic and epigenetic complexity in schizophrenia. Supervision: Co-supervised two PhD students (2019) focusing on genomic resolution in schizophrenia and miRNA/circRNA roles in synaptic plasticity. Labs/Teams: Part of the Centre for Complex Disease Neurobiology and Precision Medicine under Conjoint Professor Murray Cairns, exploring pharmacogenomic strategies for schizophrenia treatment.

Dylan Kiltschewskijمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Bioinformatics
• Epigenetics
• Genomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Roles & Affiliations: Dylan Kiltschewskij is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Molecular Neurobiology department at the University of Newcastle's School of Biomedical Sciences and Pharmacy. He also holds a Casual Academic appointment at the same institution. His primary affiliation is with Professor Murray Cairns’ Complex Disorder Group. Education: Bachelor of Biomedical Science (First Class Honours), University of Newcastle (2015) PhD in Medical Genetics, University of Newcastle Research Interests: Dylan’s work focuses on the intersection of neuroscience, genetics, and psychiatric disorders. He employs multidimensional molecular techniques, systems biology, and statistical genetics to investigate: Genome-wide association studies (GWAS) for psychiatric disorder mechanisms Epigenetic profiling (DNA methylation) for schizophrenia risk stratification Noncoding RNA (microRNA, circRNA) roles in neuronal differentiation Drug repurposing opportunities through biochemical exposure studies Publications Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2020–2025) emphasize: Cardiovascular toxicity in cancer therapies Cortical anatomy-genetic biomarker correlations Federated neuroimaging analysis in psychiatric disorders Molecular mechanisms of neurodevelopmental disorders Awards: 2016 Australian Postgraduate Award 2015 Faculty of Health and Medicine Medal Multiple undergraduate prizes (2014–2015) Grants & Supervision: Principal supervisor for a current PhD student researching cancer genetics Total grant funding: $39,000 across 7 grants (2018–2022) Highlighted grant: 'Utilising Epigenetic Risk for Schizophrenia as a Platform for Precision Medicine' ($10,000, 2022) Labs/Teams: Active in the Cairns lab, focusing on psychiatric disorder mechanisms and precision medicine applications.