جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• HIV Infection
• Viral Hepatitis
• Global Health Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert L. Murphy is the John Philip Phair Professor of Infectious Diseases and Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Northwestern University. He directs the Institute for Global Health within the Institute for Public Health and Medicine. His roles include leadership in global health research, infectious disease management, and biomedical engineering. Murphy holds appointments in the Feinberg School of Medicine and McCormick School of Engineering. Education: MD from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine (1978), Fellowship, Residency, and Board Certification in Internal Medicine at Northwestern University (1981–1984). Research focuses on HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, antiviral therapies, and global health disparities. He leads projects in Nigeria, Mali, and other regions, addressing liver fibrosis in HIV/HBV co-infection, cervical cancer in HIV-positive women, and SARS-CoV-2 diagnostics. His work emphasizes point-of-care technologies and epigenetic biomarkers for cancer and liver disease. Publications span over 40 years, with recent emphasis on Omicron variant dynamics, HPV screening in resource-limited settings, and microbiome impacts of antiretroviral therapy. He collaborates globally, co-leading studies on tuberculosis treatment and HIV/drug resistance patterns. Grants and collaborations include the BRAINS faculty development program in Africa, the Test Us Bank (TUB) biorepository for SARS-CoV-2 samples, and partnerships with institutions like the University of Lagos and the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Sibel Alumur Alevمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics Network Design
• Operations Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sibel Alumur Alev is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Graduate Studies at the University of Waterloo. Her research focuses on logistics network design, hub location optimization, and sustainable transportation systems. She actively contributes to the fields of operations research and supply chain management, with a strong emphasis on addressing uncertainty in network design and strategic infrastructure planning. Her work spans applications in autonomous mobility systems, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, healthcare logistics, and pandemic response. She has published extensively on hub-and-spoke network models, reverse logistics for environmental sustainability, and multi-period resource allocation strategies. Notable areas of interest include the integration of stochastic and robust optimization methodologies into real-world logistics challenges. Dr. Alev’s research also bridges academic and industrial needs, addressing practical problems such as optimal testing center locations during pandemics and strategic freight hub expansions. Her contributions have been featured in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, reflecting her commitment to advancing both theoretical and applied aspects of logistics and operations research.

Nicole M. Cameronمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Developmental Psychobiology
• Neuroendocrinology
• Mammalian Physiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicole M. Cameron is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Binghamton University. Her research focuses on how early environmental conditions, particularly maternal care, influence developmental, physiological, and behavioral outcomes in mammals. She employs diverse methodologies including behavioral testing, cellular biology techniques (immunohistology, Western blotting, qRT-PCR, DNA methylation), pharmacology (drug infusion), and physiological analyses (EIA, brain microdialysis). Her work addresses the causal role of parental care in offspring development, including reproductive health, mood disorders, and alcohol-related behaviors. Education : PhD in Psychology, Boston University BS in Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal Research Interests : Effects of early life stressors on neuroendocrine systems Evolutionary mechanisms linking parental behavior to offspring physiology Neurobiological underpinnings of anxiety and depression-like behaviors Maternal care's impact on alcohol use vulnerability Dr. Cameron’s lab integrates multidisciplinary approaches to understand transgenerational effects of caregiving, emphasizing translational implications for human health. No specific grants or awards are listed in the provided text.

• Spatial epidemiology
• Epidemiology of avian influenza
• Emerging infectious diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marius Gilbert is a Full Professor at Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) since 2023, with dual administrative roles as Vice-rector of Research and Valorization (since 2020) and Vice-rector of Culture and Scientific Mediation (current mandate). He obtained his PhD in spatial epidemiology from ULB in 2001 after studying Agricultural Sciences (1995) and conducting visiting research at Oxford's Department of Zoology. Key Research Areas: Spatial epidemiology of animal diseases and invasive species Impact of agricultural and ecosystem changes on pathogen emergence Specialization in avian influenza and emerging infectious diseases Development of livestock distribution models and antimicrobial resistance tracking Scientific Contributions: His 15 most recent publications (2025-2021) focus on viral phylogeography , livestock-environment interactions , antimicrobial use forecasting , and pandemic response modeling . Notable work includes COVID-19 spatio-temporal analysis and global antibiotic resistance trends in food animals. Public Engagement: Played a central role in French-speaking media during the pandemic , authored the book "Juste un Passage au JT" , and maintains a Le Soir column on science-society intersections. Co-founded the Spatial Epidemiology Lab (SpELL) in 2016, now led by Simon Dellicour.

Roland Zengerleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Lab-on-a-Chip
• Bio-MEMS
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Roland Zengerle serves as Full Professor for Application Development at the Institute of Microsystems Technology within the Faculty of Engineering at Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg, concurrently holding the position of Director at Hahn-Schickard Institute for Microanalysis Systems in Freiburg. His academic leadership spans microsystems engineering with a focus on translational research bridging fundamental science and clinical applications. Zengerle's research expertise centers on Microfluidics, Lab-on-a-Chip systems, Bio-MEMS, Electrochemical Energy Systems, and Tomographic Reconstruction of Mesoporous Materials. He pioneers hybrid manufacturing techniques integrating molten metal printing with polymer processing to develop point-of-care diagnostic platforms and advanced energy systems. Current projects include UTI-Diag for urinary tract infection diagnosis and PhotonMed, a 32-million-euro medical technology initiative where his MEMS Applications Laboratory develops centrifugal microfluidic solutions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant trend toward multi-technology integration: centrifugal microfluidics combined with 3D bioprinting for organoid-based drug testing, molten metal printing for flexible electronics, and bead-based immunoassays for infectious disease detection. The work demonstrates strong clinical translation focus, particularly in cancer diagnostics (circulating tumor cell isolation), infectious disease testing (TB diagnostics), and regenerative medicine (spheroid/organoid handling). His laboratory has secured significant funding for high-impact projects including: UTI-Diag: Molecular diagnostics for urinary tract infections PhotonMed: Medical technology innovation consortium livMatS: Living, Adaptive and Energy-autonomous Materials Systems Zengerle actively mentors researchers through Freiburg's Master Lab program and Writer's Studio initiative while promoting young talent via Bootcamp training. His group maintains strategic alliances with Hahn-Schickard spin-offs and industry partners, leveraging university cleanroom facilities and specialized service centers for microfabrication. The MEMS Applications Laboratory operates as a hub for interdisciplinary innovation, combining microfabrication expertise with clinical insights to develop commercializable diagnostic solutions. Current infrastructure supports centrifugal microfluidic cartridge development, 3D-bioprinting of tissue models, and electrochemical sensor integration, with ongoing work focused on automating complex biological workflows for point-of-care applications.

Ramy Arnaoutمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Systems Immunology
• Systems Medicine
• Computational Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ramy Arnaout, MD, DPhil , is an Associate Professor of Pathology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) and Harvard Medical School (HMS) , where he also holds affiliations with the Department of Systems Biology and Division of Clinical Informatics . As director of the Arnaout Laboratory for Immunomics and Informatics , he leads research at the intersection of systems immunology , machine learning , and clinical pathology . Education: SB in Mathematics, MIT DPhil in Biochemistry, Oxford University (Marshall Scholarship) MD, Harvard Medical School (Soros Fellow) Research Interests focus on decoding adaptive immunity through high-throughput sequencing of antibody and T-cell receptor repertoires, applying information theory and network analysis to understand immune dynamics in aging, cancer, and infections. His systems medicine work leverages real-world hospital data to optimize diagnostics and therapeutic strategies. Scientific Awards include the Reagan-Udall Foundation Grant for accelerating COVID-19 test approval, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation Award for BIDMC-UCSF collaboration, and prestigious fellowships like the Marshall Scholarship and Soros Fellowship . Advising & Grants highlight mentorship of computational biologists and a lab supported by NIH, American Heart Association, Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, and industry partners. His team has developed 3D-printed swabs and machine learning frameworks for immune repertoire analysis during the pandemic. Lab Structure includes 5–10 members spanning immunologists, computer scientists, and physicians. Collaborations extend to Dr. Rima Arnaout (UCSF), Dr. James Kirby (BIDMC), and institutions like Duke AI Health and Kapa Biosciences.

• Water Quality
• Microbial Source Tracking
• Waterborne Pathogens
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marc Habash is an Associate Professor at the School of Environmental Sciences, University of Guelph. His work focuses on microbial interactions in environmental systems, particularly pathogen detection, microbial biofilms, and water quality. He holds a BSc in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Toronto, an MSc in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Western Ontario, and a PhD in Environmental Biology from the University of Guelph. Research interests include molecular and culture-based detection of waterborne pathogens, microbial source tracking using Bacteroidales spp., and biofilm formation studies involving probiotics. Collaborative efforts examine proteomic analysis via mass spectrometry techniques. His lab is located in the Edmund C. Bovey Building (Room 3238). Publications emphasize environmental microbiology applications: from yeast tolerance mechanisms to advanced PCR methods for microbial viability quantification. Recent work explores bacterial surface dynamics, insect pest diapause induction, and enzymatic dehalogenation processes. Research consistently bridges fundamental microbiology with practical environmental monitoring solutions. No scientific awards are listed. Advising and grants sections remain unpopulated in available records. His interdisciplinary approach connects environmental engineering, molecular biology, and ecological systems analysis.

Frederick R Haseltonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global Health Technologies
• Molecular Diagnostics
• Nano Science and Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Frederick R. Haselton is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, and Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Vanderbilt University’s School of Engineering. His research focuses on developing low-cost, accessible diagnostic technologies for global health challenges, particularly in resource-constrained settings. He leads the Haselton Lab, a multidisciplinary team advancing innovations like Adaptive PCR, coffee ring-based diagnostics, and quantum dot imaging systems. Education : Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of Pennsylvania; B.A. in Mathematics from Haverford College. Research Interests : Dr. Haselton’s work spans molecular diagnostics, nanotechnology, and global health. Key projects include: Adaptive PCR: A revolutionary PCR method using synthetic L-DNA for temperature-independent cycling, enabling point-of-care diagnostics. Coffee Ring Diagnostics: Leveraging evaporation phenomena to create simple malaria and tuberculosis tests requiring no electricity. Quantum Dot Imaging: Developing multispectral tools for retinal and cardiovascular disease monitoring. Global Health Collaborations: Leading LIGHT (Laboratories for Innovation in Global Health Technologies), a cross-disciplinary initiative addressing diagnostic needs in low-resource environments. Grants & Funding : Haselton has secured major grants from NIH, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and others for projects like tuberculosis detection via magnetic bead systems and mobile-connected diagnostic tests. Labs & Teams : The Haselton Lab collaborates with faculty across engineering, medicine, and chemistry. Current personnel include postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates working on projects ranging from HIV viral load monitoring to SARS-CoV-2 diagnostics.

Max Roserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global Development
• Data Analytics
• Poverty Alleviation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Max Roser is a Professor of Practice in Global Data Analytics at the Blavatnik School of Government , University of Oxford. He is the founder and director of Our World in Data , an award-winning open-access publication addressing global challenges like poverty, climate change, and inequality. Professor at Blavatnik School of Government, Oxford Director of Oxford Martin Programme on Global Development Founder of Our World in Data and SDG-Tracker Research Interests focus on empirical analysis of global development, economic inequality, health metrics, and policy-driven data infrastructure. His work bridges academic rigor with public accessibility, emphasizing long-term trends and solutions to existential risks. Scientific Awards include honorary doctorates from KU Leuven and UC Louvain, recognition as a "Future Perfect 50" thinker by Vox, and Prospect Magazine's "Top 50 Thinkers." Advisory Roles span the UNDP Statistical Advisory Panel, UK Government (health, education, tech), and World Bank. He secured grants from the Nuffield Foundation to expand Our World in Data’s team.

Stephen Bustinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer biomarkers
• Molecular genetics
• Reverse transcription
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen Bustin is a Professor of Molecular Medicine at Anglia Ruskin University , UK. He has held multiple academic positions, including Professor of Molecular Science at Queen Mary University of London (2004-2012) and Senior Lecturer/Reader at Barts and The London School of Medicine & Dentistry. Academic Ranks: Professor (Molecular Medicine, Anglia Ruskin University, 2014-present) Education: PhD in Molecular Genetics, Trinity College Dublin Research Interests: Bustin's work focuses on improving molecular diagnostic techniques, particularly PCR, with applications in infectious disease testing (e.g., SARS-CoV-2) and cancer biomarkers (e.g., colorectal cancer). He pioneered the MIQE guidelines for standardized qPCR reporting and developed rapid diagnostic assays like CoV2-ID for point-of-care testing. Publication Trends: Recent articles emphasize PCR standardization, reproducibility challenges, and rapid diagnostic solutions for SARS-CoV-2. His work spans molecular diagnostics, assay design, and scientific integrity, with a strong focus on clinical applications. Awards: 2010 : Fellow of the Society of Biology (FSB) 2006-2013 : Visiting Professor of Molecular Biology, University of Middlesex Expert Testimony: Bustin served as an expert witness in high-profile trials, including the MMR vaccine-autism class action (2003-2007) and the Lundy murders (2015), where he critiqued flawed molecular evidence. Grants & Collaborations: While no specific grants are listed, he led international consortia for MIQE guidelines and collaborated with institutions like TATAA Biocenter and Kim-Il-Sung University. His work includes developing rapid PCR assays and debunking misinformation about diagnostic techniques. Labs & Teams: Bustin's research has been conducted at Anglia Ruskin University, with collaborations in the UK, Switzerland, and New Zealand. He actively promotes transparency in molecular research through his publications and advocacy.

• Obstetrics
• Gynaecology
• Maternal Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Clinical Associate Professor Therese McGee is affiliated with the Westmead Clinical School, part of the Sydney Medical School at the University of Sydney. Her work focuses on maternal and neonatal health, particularly in obstetrics and gynaecology, with a strong emphasis on clinical research and guideline implementation. She investigates diverse topics such as perinatal outcomes, pandemic impacts on healthcare, and optimizing healthcare delivery models. Her research often addresses challenges in multiethnic populations and evaluates interventions to improve patient care and reduce healthcare costs. Her research interests include perinatal care, gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, and the validation of hospital data to ensure accurate reporting of maternal medical conditions. She also explores fetal surveillance techniques, neonatal jaundice management, and the efficacy of midwifery-led care models. Her work frequently employs mixed-methods and cohort study designs, reflecting a commitment to evidence-based practice. Therese has contributed to studies on uterine rupture, anaemia in pregnancy, and the use of rapid diagnostic tests for preventing neonatal infections. Her articles highlight a focus on healthcare quality, patient-centered care, and improving clinical guidelines through rigorous analysis. The scope of her research spans both clinical and public health dimensions, addressing issues such as antibiotic exposure reduction and maternal morbidity in Australian contexts. Grants: Efficacy and safety of vaccination in at-risk pregnant women and impact on infant immune responses (2017) Are we there yet? Optimising timing of planned birth to improve newborn outcomes and reduce health service costs (2017) Therese is involved in collaborative projects through Sydney Health Partners, focusing on applied research with real-world healthcare implications. Her studies often involve interdisciplinary teams, reflecting her role in bridging clinical practice and academic research. While no formal student advisees are listed, her publications suggest active participation in mentoring research cohorts.

Alberto Santiniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Operational Research
• Transportation Systems
• Logistics Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alberto Santini is an Associate Professor of Operational Research and a Ramon y Cajal fellow at Universitat Pompeu Fabra in Barcelona, Spain. He is also an affiliate professor at the Barcelona Graduate School of Mathematics and the Data Science Centre at the Barcelona School of Economics. During 2025-2027, he coordinates the Transportation group of the Spanish O.R. Society. His research focuses on optimization methods applied to transportation, logistics, and sustainability, including scheduling, vehicle routing, and heuristic algorithms. He has contributed to solving complex problems like last-mile delivery integration with public transport, airline flight scheduling, and energy-efficient vertical farming. His work often employs advanced techniques like column generation and decomposition strategies. Notable contributions include decomposition strategies for vehicle routing heuristics and the application of metaheuristics such as Adaptive Large Neighbourhood Search (ALNS). He is the founder of EUROYoung and AIROYoung, youth branches within prominent operational research societies. His GitHub repositories, such as cvrp-decomposition , provide open-source implementations of his algorithms. Santini’s research addresses real-world challenges like epidemic resource allocation and sustainable logistics, reflecting his commitment to both theoretical and applied operational research. Awards: Ramon y Cajal Fellow Labs/Teams: Leads Transportation group (Spanish O.R. Society), Founded EUROYoung/AIROYoung.

Alexander W Kayمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Pediatric Tuberculosis
• Pediatric HIV
• Global Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alexander W Kay, M.D., B.A., serves as Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine with specialized focus on Global Immigrant Health. Based full-time in Mbabane, eSwatini, he holds the position of Associate Director for the Global TB Program where he oversees clinical operations at the TB Centre of Excellence and directs clinical, translational, and operational research initiatives targeting pediatric tuberculosis and TB/HIV co-infection in high-burden settings. His academic foundation includes: BA from Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, United States MD from University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, Connecticut, United States Residency at Maine Medical Center, Portland, Maine, United States Fellowship at Stanford University, Stanford, California, United States Dr. Kay's research centers on advancing pediatric tuberculosis care through innovative diagnostics and implementation science. His current projects evaluate stool-based molecular assays for TB detection, investigate barriers to isoniazid preventive therapy uptake, and optimize active case-finding strategies. He maintains close collaboration with the eSwatini National TB Control Program to improve clinical management of children with complex TB and TB/HIV presentations, building on prior experience as a BIPAI physician in Lesotho. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in non-invasive diagnostic development—particularly stool-based molecular testing for pediatric and HIV-affected populations—and operational research addressing healthcare system challenges. His work spans diagnostic accuracy validation, cost-burden assessments, mathematical modeling of adolescent TB incidence, and implementation studies across Southern Africa, with concentrated efforts in eSwatini and Mozambique. Professional credentials include board certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics (Certificate of Knowledge), alongside active membership in the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene and American Academy of Pediatrics' Pediatric Infectious Diseases section. As Associate Director of the Global TB Program, Dr. Kay leads research initiatives likely supported by institutional and global health grants, though specific funding sources aren't detailed. His role involves mentoring within the TB Centre of Excellence framework, but no formal student advisement is documented. He previously contributed to BIPAI's work in Lesotho and maintains this partnership in eSwatini. Operating at the TB Centre of Excellence—a dedicated pediatric referral facility for complicated TB cases—Dr. Kay collaborates with national programs to implement evidence-based practices. His team focuses on translating research into improved diagnostic algorithms and treatment protocols for children, with ongoing projects examining stool-based qPCR implementation, cost-reduction strategies, and HIV/TB integrated care models.

• Animal Breeding
• Animal Genetics
• Biometrics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Koray KIRIKCI is a faculty member at Kırşehir Ahi Evran University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Animal Science, where he currently serves as Associate Professor since 2024. Previously, he held positions as Doctoral Faculty Member (2020-2024) and Research Assistant (2011-2020) at the same institution. He also holds administrative positions including Department Vice Chair (since 2022), Education Coordinator (since 2021), and Education and Teaching Committee Member. Dr. KIRIKCI earned his BSc in Agricultural Engineering from Gaziosmanpaşa University (2005-2009), followed by an MSc in Animal Science from Ondokuz Mayıs University (2010-2012), and completed his PhD in Animal Science at the same institution (2012-2017). He also received a YÖKDİL certificate with 85 points in 2021. His research focuses on animal breeding and genetics, particularly in small ruminants. His primary interests include sheep and goat breeding, biometrics, genetics, gene polymorphisms related to reproductive traits, meat quality, and molecular markers for selection. He has made significant contributions to understanding the genetic basis of litter size, multiple births, and meat production traits in Turkish native sheep breeds. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on reproductive genetics in sheep, particularly investigating BMP15 and GDF9 genes and their relationship with litter size. His work spans multiple Turkish native sheep breeds including Akkaraman, Karayaka, Çepni, and Of, as well as international collaborations with Kazakh researchers on Saryarka sheep. His research combines molecular techniques like PCR-RFLP with quantitative genetic analysis to identify markers for selective breeding. Dr. KIRIKCI has supervised at least one Master's student, Melike Kavuzkoz, whose thesis focused on FSHR, LHβ, and GPR54 gene mutations in Sakız sheep. He has taught numerous graduate and undergraduate courses including Genetic Analysis, Population Genetics, and Animal Breeding Methods. He has been principal investigator for 20 research projects, including studies on indel and major gene mutations related to multiple births in Ankara goats (2025-2027), polymorphism and phylogenetic relationships of BMP15 and GDF9 genes in native sheep breeds from Kazakhstan and Türkiye (2024-2025), and investigation of FSHR, LHβ, and GPR54 gene mutations in Sakız sheep (2023-2024). His work demonstrates strong international collaboration, particularly with Kazakh National Agrarian Research University.

Daryl Nydamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dairy Cattle Health
• Epidemiology
• Zoonotic Diseases
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daryl Nydam is a Professor in the Department of Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine. He serves as Director of Quality Milk Production Services and is a Faculty Fellow at the Atkinson Center for Sustainability. His research bridges production animal agriculture and public health, focusing on dairy cattle transition cow health, calf infectious diseases (especially zoonoses), and milk quality epidemiology. Education: B.S. Biochemistry (Cum Laude), SUNY Geneseo (1993) DVM, Cornell University (1997) Ph.D. Epidemiology, Cornell University (2002) Research Focus: Dr. Nydam investigates population-level interventions for dairy cattle health, emphasizing metabolic disorders in transition cows, cryptosporidiosis in calves, and mastitis control. His work integrates field epidemiology with practical herd management solutions to optimize productivity and public health outcomes. Publications: His recent articles (2015-2017) predominantly address metabolic health in transition dairy cows, neonatal calf management, mastitis therapeutics, and diagnostic innovations. Key themes include ketosis prediction, antibiotic efficacy trials, and nutritional impacts on immunity. Awards & Honors: Excellence in Preventive Medicine (AABP, 2015) Academic Service Award (Cornell CVM, 2014) Most Cited Manuscript 2010-2013 (Journal of Dairy Science) Faculty Fellow, Atkinson Center for Sustainability (2009-present) Editorial Board, Journal of Dairy Science (2016) Leadership: As Director of Quality Milk Production Services, Dr. Nydam oversees a diagnostic laboratory network supporting mastitis control across New York dairy farms. He actively mentors in graduate fields including Animal Science, Epidemiology, and Infectious Disease.