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Frederik Trinkmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Internal Medicine
• Pulmonology
• Respiratory Medicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. med. Frederik Trinkmann serves as Head of the Asthma Outpatient Clinic and Managing Senior Physician in Pneumology and Respiratory Medicine at Thoraxklinik Heidelberg. He holds academic appointments at Universitätsmedizin Mannheim and Universität Heidelberg, where he leads pulmonary research initiatives. His research spans Internal Medicine , Pulmonology , and Respiratory Medicine , with a focus on Small airway dysfunction in asthma/COPD Cardiopulmonary risk in chronic lung diseases Smoking-related respiratory effects Post-COVID lung sequelae Bioinformatics in pulmonary diagnostics His work has been recognized with multiple scientific awards, including the Kurt und Erika Palm-Stiftung Science Prize (2nd Place) and DGIM Poster Award . Key publications highlight trends in Advanced oscillometry for small airway assessment Sex-specific differences in weaning outcomes Real-world effectiveness of triple inhalation therapies Cytokine profiling in respiratory inflammation Machine learning for lung function diagnostics He actively contributes to clinical guidelines including the Ers-Deutschland S2k-Leitlinie for cough diagnosis . Scientific Collaborations: Principal Investigator, German Center for Lung Research (DZL) Leadership, Translational Research Section at Universitätsmedizin Mannheim Cooperation with European Respiratory Society (ERS)

Mehrdad Arjomandiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Medicine
• Pulmonary Physiology
• Respiratory Disease Mechanisms
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mehrdad Arjomandi, MD, is a Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), with a joint appointment at the San Francisco VA Health Care System (SFVA). He holds leadership roles as Director of the UCSF Human Exposure Laboratory, Director of the Environmental Medicine Clinic at SFVA, and Director of the SF VA Airborne Hazard Exposure Study Center of Excellence. His research focuses on environmental and occupational exposures contributing to chronic lung diseases, including COPD, asthma, and effects of pollutants like ozone and tobacco smoke. Education: BA in Molecular Biology (UCSD, 1991), MD (Stanford, 1996), Residency in Internal Medicine (UCLA, 1999), Fellowship in Pulmonary & Critical Care (UCSF, 2003). Key Research: Mechanisms of lung injury from airborne hazards, ozone-induced inflammation, and secondhand smoke effects. Studies include SPIROMICS, COPDGene, and VA cohort analyses. Recent work emphasizes cardiopulmonary outcomes in veterans exposed to airborne hazards, machine learning for COPD prognosis, and lung microbiota in COPD. He leads clinical trials evaluating bronchodilators and albuterol efficacy in exposed populations. Grants: Supported by NIH, Flight Attendant Medical Research Institute, VA, and Department of Defense. Awards: 2022 SFVA HeRO Award for clinical excellence and innovation. Labs/Teams: UCSF Human Exposure Lab, SFVA Environmental Medicine Clinic, and VA Airborne Hazard Study Center. Mentors over 30 trainees in translational and clinical research.

Omar Usmaniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Inhaled Drug Delivery
• Small Airways Physiology
• Lung Imaging
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Omar Usmani is a Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the National Heart and Lung Institute (NHLI), Imperial College London, and Consultant Physician at the Royal Brompton Hospital. He leads the Clinical Research Group within NHLI's Airway Disease Section and is Co-Director of Imperial's Network of Excellence in Aerosols and Health. His expertise spans inhaled drug delivery, small airways physiology, and tele-monitoring. He holds leadership roles in global societies like ISAM (President-elect) and ERS (former Head of Assembly 5). Key awards include the Thomas T. Mercer Award (2015) and FERS (2019). Education: MB BS (King's College London), PhD (Imperial College London), CASLAT (Imperial College). His research has secured grants including EU Horizon 2020 (myaircoach) and FDA funding ($2.3M). Teaching roles include leading Imperial's MBBS Phase 1 programme and mentoring PhD/MSc students. Public outreach includes STEM initiatives for underprivileged London schoolchildren and media appearances on BBC's Horizon and Fake Britain. Research focuses on optimizing inhaled therapies, aerosol science, and small airways dysfunction. Articles highlight innovations in drug delivery, telehealth, and inhaler adherence. He advises pharmaceutical companies and regulatory bodies like the FDA on inhaler design and clinical outcomes.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Respiratory Medicine
• Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Frans H.C. de Jongh is an Assistant Professor at the TechMed Centre, University of Twente, specializing in Engineering Fluid Dynamics. His research bridges biomedical engineering and respiratory medicine, focusing on neonatal care, lung function diagnostics, and medical device innovation. His recent work includes developing wireless monitoring systems for diaphragm activity in infants, validating electronic nose technology for lung cancer detection, and optimizing neonatal endotracheal tube designs using oscillometry. Key research themes involve respiratory mechanics , non-invasive diagnostics , and pediatric pulmonology , with applications in prematurity and lung disease classification . Publications emphasize z-score-based severity classification , cardiorespiratory monitoring , and breath profiling , reflecting collaborations across medical and engineering disciplines. No awards or student advisement details are listed in the provided data.

• Respiratory Physiology
• Medical Imaging
• Asthma Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Catherine Farrow is a Senior Lecturer at the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, specializing in respiratory physiology and advanced pulmonary imaging techniques. Her research investigates ventilation distribution, airway function, and pulmonary pathophysiology in conditions including asthma, COPD, and COVID-19. Research interests include: Ventilation heterogeneity in obstructive lung diseases SPECT/CT imaging for pulmonary function assessment Respiratory sequelae of COVID-19 infection Impact of obesity on ventilation patterns Peripheral airway function in aging and disease Clinical applications of oscillometry and nitrogen washout techniques Her recent publications (2017-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on pulmonary imaging innovations and COVID-19 respiratory pathophysiology. Research themes include ventilation-perfusion abnormalities in post-COVID recovery, AI-assisted radiological assessment, asthma phenotyping using SPECT/CT, and pulmonary function testing standards during pandemics. Longitudinal work shows consistent emphasis on translating imaging biomarkers to clinical applications. Collaborations include multidisciplinary teams across institutions globally, evidenced by multi-center publications on COVID-19 pneumonitis and position statements for respiratory societies.

Steve N. Georasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
• Asthma
• Immune Cell Activation in the Lung
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Steve N. Georas, M.D., is a Professor at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) in the School of Medicine and Dentistry, with primary appointments in the Department of Medicine (Pulmonary Diseases and Critical Care), and joint appointments in Environmental Medicine and Microbiology and Immunology. He is a board-certified specialist in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, actively practicing at the Mary Parkes Center for Asthma, Allergy & Pulmonary Care, and serving as an attending physician in the Medical Intensive Care Units at Strong Memorial and Highland Hospitals. His research is centered on the immunological mechanisms of asthma and lung inflammation. Key areas include epithelial barrier dysfunction , type 2 immune responses , the role of lysophosphatidic acid (LPA) and autotaxin , and the impact of air pollution and environmental exposures on lung health. He leads the Study of Asthma in Rochester (SOAR2) and is involved in the national PrecISE asthma network. His recent publications highlight a strong focus on asthma pathogenesis, the use and de-escalation of biologic therapies, the effects of environmental factors like air pollution and climate change on asthma, and the critical issue of race-based interpretation of pulmonary function tests, advocating for more equitable diagnostic practices. His work spans basic science, translational research, and clinical trials. Scientific Awards: Walter & Carmina Mary Parkes Family Distinguished Professorship Research and Mentoring: Dr. Georas directs an active research laboratory investigating immune cell activation in the lung. He mentors postdoctoral fellows (Maggie Connolly, Patrick Donohue), research staff (Kyle Norton), and graduate students (Traci Pressley). His lab is involved in multiple clinical trials and has received significant grant funding for research on lung disease and environmental health. Research Lab: The Georas Lab at URMC is dedicated to understanding airway inflammation and lung function in asthma, with specific projects on epithelial barrier dysfunction, airway oscillometry, and the implications of race in pulmonary function testing.

• Cystic fibrosis
• Primary ciliary dyskinesia
• Severe asthma
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Larry Lands, MD, PhD is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at McGill University and a Senior Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) , Glen site. He leads the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program within the Centre for Translational Biology, focusing on chronic pediatric lung diseases. Research Interests Clinical & Translational Research: Investigating cystic fibrosis, primary ciliary dyskinesia, and severe asthma in children. Novel Therapeutics: Developing inhalable nucleic acid and small-molecule therapies to control lung inflammation and repair airway damage. Exercise Physiology: Examining factors limiting exercise capacity in adolescents with obesity and other at-risk populations. Diagnostic Innovation: Pioneering oscillometry as a simple, child-friendly lung-function assessment tool for infants and children. Recent Research Trends His 2024–2025 publications reveal an intensified focus on cutting-edge CFTR modulator trials (e.g., elexacaftor-tezacaftor-ivacaftor comparisons), mucolytic microsphere therapies (CIL-05), and the first Canadian clinical practice guidelines on cystic-fibrosis-related diabetes. Additional work explores lung ultrasound for PCD/CF, post-lung-transplant weight dynamics, and spectral oscillometry in obese adolescents, underscoring a translational pipeline from bench to bedside. Scientific Awards & Honors No specific awards are listed in the provided text. Advising & Grant Activity While specific trainees and grants are not enumerated, his role as Senior Scientist and Professor implies active mentorship of graduate students, clinical fellows, and post-docs within the RI-MUHC and McGill University ecosystems. Labs & Teams He heads the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program at the RI-MUHC, integrating bench scientists, clinical coordinators, and imaging specialists to advance pediatric respiratory medicine.

Jonathan Gaffinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pediatric Pulmonology
• Asthma Research
• Cystic Fibrosis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Gaffin is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and serves as Director of the Severe Asthma Program and Director of Pulmonary Clinical Research and Clinical Trials Programs at Boston Children's Hospital. His clinical work focuses on pediatric pulmonary medicine with expertise in asthma, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, cystic fibrosis, and respiratory disorders. Dr. Gaffin's research interests center on pediatric pulmonology with particular emphasis on environmental factors in respiratory diseases, asthma pathogenesis and management, cystic fibrosis, and health disparities in inner-city populations. His work investigates the impact of air pollution, allergens, and socioeconomic factors on pediatric respiratory health outcomes. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on environmental determinants of childhood asthma, precision medicine approaches, clinical trials methodology, and health equity. Notably, his research examines radon exposure effects, wildfire smoke impacts, school-based environmental interventions, and systemic racism's influence on asthma outcomes in vulnerable populations. Dr. Gaffin serves as an expert for Boston Children's Hospital Precision Medicine Service and leads multiple clinical research initiatives including the Severe Asthma Program in Waltham, Massachusetts. His work bridges clinical care with innovative research to improve outcomes for children with complex respiratory conditions.

• Respiratory Physiology
• Asthma
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Katrina Tonga is affiliated with the University of Sydney's Westmead Clinical School, specifically within the Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine. Her research focuses on respiratory physiology, asthma pathophysiology, COPD mechanisms, and fixed airflow obstruction. She holds an academic rank of Associate Professor and is actively involved in clinical and experimental studies addressing respiratory diseases. Key areas include lung mechanics, pulmonary function testing, and translational research into respiratory treatments. Dr. Tonga has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications since 2004, with recent work emphasizing COPD physiological measurements, asthma remission strategies, and post-COVID-19 respiratory outcomes. Her teaching and supervision span Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, alongside Medical Education initiatives. Notable collaborations include multi-center studies on lung transplantation outcomes and observational research on ventilation dynamics in COPD. Despite her extensive academic contributions, no specific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Dr. Tonga’s work bridges clinical practice and basic science, with a focus on improving diagnostic techniques and treatment approaches for chronic respiratory conditions. Her recent projects highlight innovative pulmonary function indices and the role of obesity in modifying respiratory pathophysiology.

• Pediatric Lung Disease Detection
• Respiratory Medicine
• Cystic Fibrosis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Clinical Professor Paul Robinson is a leading clinician-researcher at the University of Sydney's Discipline of Paediatrics and Child Health , with clinical specialization at The Children's Hospital at Westmead and research affiliations with the Woolcock Medical Research Institute . As Director of the Australian Central Over-Reading Centre (CORC) network, he standardizes Multiple Breath Washout (MBW) and Oscillometry testing globally. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research in pediatric respiratory medicine. Member of Charles Perkins Centre International collaborations with University of Toronto , Central Hospital Skovde , and Royal Brompton Hospital Research Interests : Targeting early detection of peripheral airway disease in pediatrics using MBW and Oscillometry —tools that assess nearly 95% of lung volume previously considered 'silent.' These methods are feasible across all pediatric ages and form the basis for clinical translation in Cystic Fibrosis , Asthma , and Post-Transplantation Monitoring . His team explores structure-function relationships through CT and MRI integration. Article Trends (2013–2025) show sustained focus on MBW/Oscillometry standardization, pediatric respiratory disease mechanisms, and clinical translation. Key areas include CF lung disease , asthma control , and environmental health impacts like bushfire smoke. Collaborations span Canada , Sweden , and UK . Scientific Awards include multiple TSANZ and ANZSRS best presentation awards (2006–2021), NHMRC PhD scholarship (2008), and leadership recognition through ATS Paediatric Assembly Chair roles. Teaching & Supervision involves medical students, junior staff training, and higher research candidates. Current Projects (2015–2025) span NHMRC , Asthma Australia , and Sydney Medical School Foundation grants, focusing on maternal asthma effects , home-based asthma monitoring , and post-transplantation complications .

Deborah Assayagمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Interstitial Lung Diseases
• Pulmonary Fibrosis
• Autoimmunity
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Deborah Assayag is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at McGill University , affiliated with the Translational Research in Respiratory Diseases Program at the RI-MUHC and the Division of Respiratory Medicine at the MUHC . Her research program focuses on disparities in diagnosis and treatment of interstitial lung diseases (ILD). Research Themes: Interstitial Lung Diseases Pulmonary Fibrosis Autoimmune-Related Lung Disorders Epidemiological Trends Prognostic Modeling Environmental Exposure Impacts Selected Publications (2025-2024) reveal expertise in particulate matter effects , machine learning applications , and sex/racial disparities in ILD. Key collaborations include CHEST , Annals of the American Thoracic Society , and European Respiratory Journal . Contact: deborah.assayag@mcgill.ca

• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Respiratory Physiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Claude Farah is a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the Concord Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, The University of Sydney. His research focuses on respiratory physiology, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and the interplay between obesity, cardiovascular disease, and respiratory health. He specializes in advanced pulmonary function testing including oscillometry and cardiopulmonary exercise testing. Research Focus: Farah's work addresses three primary themes: Obesity, Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease in respiratory pathophysiology Infection and Immunological Conditions affecting airway inflammation Healthy Ageing and lung function decline His investigations utilize oscillometry to assess small airway dysfunction and ventilatory limitations in obstructive lung diseases. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2021-2025) demonstrate Farah's focus on respiratory oscillometry standardization, environmental impacts on asthma (particularly bushfire smoke), and biological therapies for severe eosinophilic asthma. His work frequently contributes to clinical guidelines, including the Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand Position Statement on oxygen therapy. Research Infrastructure: Farah co-led a 2014 NHMRC equipment grant (EXHALYZER D Pulmonary Function Testing system) enabling advanced nitrogen washout measurements. His collaborative work appears in leading respiratory journals including the European Respiratory Journal and Chest.

Brigitte Borgمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Respiratory Medicine
• Public Health
• Environmental Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brigitte Borg is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at Monash University's School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine and Head of Physiology Service, Respiratory Medicine at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne. She holds expertise in respiratory physiology, clinical assessment, and public health research. Her work spans 27 years, with a focus on lung function interpretation, laboratory accreditation, and the impact of environmental exposures on respiratory health. Education: Bachelor of Applied Science Research Interests: Brigitte’s research focuses on environmental health impacts, particularly the Hazelwood coal mine fire’s effects on lung health, and innovative diagnostic techniques like forced oscillation for interstitial lung disease and lung transplant monitoring. She also explores spirometry standards in primary care and oxygen therapy applications. Publications Trends: Recent articles address environmental exposures (e.g., PM2.5 and wildfire smoke) on respiratory outcomes, lung transplant dysfunction, and COPD diagnosis optimization. Her work bridges clinical physiology with population health. Awards: Denis Robertson Poster Prize for Respiratory Medicine (2014) Advising & Grants: Leads the Hazelwood Health Study’s Respiratory Stream and contributes to multicenter collaborations in transplant medicine. Her role includes curriculum development for spirometry training programs and quality assurance in respiratory diagnostics. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Monash University and The Alfred Hospital teams on respiratory health studies, including lung transplant research and environmental health initiatives.

• Respiratory Medicine
• Lung Function Testing
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Cindy Thamrin is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Sydney's School of Medical Sciences and Principal Research Scientist at the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care. She holds memberships in major respiratory societies including the American Thoracic Society and European Respiratory Society. Education: Bachelor of Science/Engineering (BSc/BE) PhD in Respiratory Physiology (University of Western Australia) Research Focus: Advanced lung function testing, home telemonitoring of COPD and asthma, and predictive analytics for respiratory outcomes. Her work combines biomedical engineering principles with clinical medicine to improve diagnostics and therapies for airway diseases. Awards & Recognition: Ann Woolcock Young Investigator Award (2013) John Read Prize for Physiology Research (2005) Multiple grants from NHMRC, ATS, and Swiss National Science Foundation Grants & Projects: Telemonitoring of lung function variability in COPD/asthma (NHMRC 2015) EXHALYZER D Pulmonary Function Testing equipment grant (NHMRC 2014) International Collaboration: Partnering with Politecnico di Milano on variability analysis of home lung monitoring data.

Tamara Blakeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Respiratory Physiology
• Paediatrics
• Cystic Fibrosis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Tamara Blake is a Research Fellow and Respiratory Scientist at the Child Health Research Centre , affiliated with the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at The University of Queensland . With a PhD from Queensland University of Technology , her expertise lies in pediatric lung function assessment and respiratory disease mechanisms. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (Queensland University of Technology) Her research focuses on Cystic Fibrosis , Asthma , and Australian First Nations respiratory health , particularly validating diagnostic standards for spirometry and fractional exhaled nitric oxide. Recent studies explore environmental impacts on lung development, CF disease progression, and novel oscillometry techniques for preschoolers. Major grants include MBW Training and LCI Overread Services (2023–2026) and Running for Health (2023–2026). She supervises PhD projects on early CF disease detection, MRI lung structure analysis, air pollution impacts, and normative oscillometry data development. Key collaborations span Queensland Children's Hospital , CSIRO , and Barwon Infant Study Investigator Group . Her work emphasizes improving clinical outcome measures for vulnerable populations and advancing diagnostic tools for early respiratory disease intervention.