جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Aquamedicine
• Viral Diseases in Fish
• Fish Immunology
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Maria Dahle is a part-time Adjunct Professor (20%) in Aquamedicine at the Norwegian Fisheries College, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. Her research focuses on viral diseases in fish, fish immunology, and vaccinology, with particular expertise in Piscine orthoreovirus (PRV) and salmon gill poxvirus pathogenesis. She is an active member of the Fish Immunology and Vaccinology research group. Research Focus: Dahle investigates host-pathogen interactions using transcriptomic, metabolomic, and multi-omics approaches. Her work includes: Immune response mechanisms in salmonid erythrocytes and gill tissue Biomarker discovery for disease diagnostics Viral transmission dynamics across fish life stages Development of in vitro cell models for gill research Publications: Her recent articles (2021-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on viral pathogenesis in aquaculture species, particularly Atlantic salmon. Research themes include immune transcriptomics, inflammatory biomarkers, and comparative virology, with frequent publications in Fish and Shellfish Immunology , Viruses , and Frontiers journals. No scientific awards, student advisement details, or grant information are mentioned in the source materials.

Catherine M. Steinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tuberculosis Genetics
• Speech-Sound Disorder Genetics
• Genetic Epidemiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Catherine M. Stein serves as Professor in the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where she directs research on tuberculosis genomics and developmental speech disorders. Her work bridges genetic epidemiology, biostatistics, and clinical translation through international collaborations in Uganda and South Africa. Education Ph.D. in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Case Western Reserve University (2004) Research Focus : Dr. Stein's program investigates tuberculosis susceptibility through host-pathogen genomic interactions, particularly in HIV-coinfected populations, and speech-sound disorder etiology via cognitive domain modeling and genetic mapping. Her development of strum R software enables advanced structural equation modeling for family-based genetic studies, featured in Nature Medicine and American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology publications. Publication Trends : Recent work demonstrates methodological innovation in genetic epidemiology (40% in top-tier journals) with 54% international collaboration. Key themes include biomarker discovery for TB exposure, longitudinal outcomes of speech disorders, and ethical frameworks for genomic secondary findings. Mentorship & Funding : She has trained 30 Master's students (5 mentored), 5 PhD candidates, and 1 postdoc, with alumni at Eli Lilly, NIOSH, and NYC Public Health. Current grants include NIH R01s on TB resistance in HIV+ subjects (Uganda/South Africa), NIDCD-funded speech disorder genetics, and Gates Foundation research on pediatric infection recovery. Professional Engagement : Dr. Stein serves as Associate Editor for International Journal of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease and Biomed Central Infectious Diseases , with editorial board membership at Genes Immunity . She actively contributes to the American Society of Human Genetics Social Issues Committee.

• HIV/AIDS
• Tuberculosis
• Implementation Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sheela Shenoi is a Yale University Faculty Member with dual appointments in the Section of Infectious Diseases (Department of Medicine) and the Yale School of Public Health 's Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases department. She serves as Associate Director of Global Health at Yale Medicine and South Africa Site Director for the Global Health Scholars Program. MD from University of Connecticut MPH from Tulane University Residency/Fellowship at Yale Her research focuses on HIV/Tuberculosis prevention in resource-limited settings across South Africa, Ukraine, and Malaysia , emphasizing implementation science for real-world public health solutions. Recent studies examine: Methadone therapy in prisons and HIV care continuity Mobile pharmacy clinics for HIV/HCV testing Alcohol venue structural risks for HIV transmission Community knowledge gaps in TB prevention Older adult HIV care in conflict zones Dr. Shenoi has received national honors including the Fulbright Scholar award and NIH Fogarty International Fellowship , with additional recognition from Yale's Macmillan Center and Global Health Institute. Her clinical practice involves managing complex infectious disease cases while leading the Infectious Diseases Program at Yale Medicine.

• Hydrogeology
• Geophysics
• Emerging contaminants
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Esmeralda Estevez Navarro is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Physics , Institute of Environmental Studies and Natural Resources (IU-ETRN) , University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Her work integrates geophysics, hydrology, and environmental science to study volcanic aquifers and water quality. Education: PhD in Environmental Sciences (2016, ULPGC). Research Interests: Focus on reclaimed water impacts in volcanic terrains, emerging contaminants in groundwater, and hydrogeophysical methods for critical zone assessment. Publication Trends: Recent work explores pharmaceutical residues in groundwater, climate change mitigation through water reuse, and geophysical tools for volcanic aquifer analysis. Projects: Involved in EU-funded initiatives like CEI2020-02 and CEI2022-02, addressing climate change adaptation and aquifer restoration. Labs/Teams: Member of the GIR IUNAT: Geology of Volcanic Terrains research group.

• Indoor Air Quality
• HVAC Systems
• Building Energy Efficiency
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lexuan Zhong serves as a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta, where she founded and directs the Built Environment Technology Lab (BETLab). She teaches core courses including MEC E 463 (Thermo-Fluids Systems Design), MEC E 466 (Building Systems Design), and MEC E 641 (Environmental Technologies in Buildings), with upcoming instruction scheduled through Winter 2026. Education: Ph.D., Concordia University (Distinction), Montreal, Canada M.Sc., Tongji University, Shanghai, China B.Sc., Tongji University, Shanghai, China Research Focus: Dr. Zhong's work integrates experimental, computational, and field methodologies to advance indoor air quality science , advanced HVAC system design , and renewable energy integration in buildings. Her expertise spans air purification technologies (particularly UV germicidal irradiation and photocatalytic oxidation), building resilience against wildfires and pandemics, green building certification, and health exposure assessment in built environments. She emphasizes practical applications for cold-climate zones and urban decarbonization. Publication Trends: Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) UV-based disinfection systems for bioaerosol and VOC control, (2) green hydrogen integration for net-zero urban energy systems, and (3) climate-responsive building technologies including wildfire-resilient ventilation and smart solar shading. Her work consistently bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with real-world pandemic and climate adaptation challenges. Research Leadership: Dr. Zhong actively mentors undergraduate researchers and recruits Master's/Doctoral candidates for BETLab projects in HVAC&R, indoor air quality, and green buildings. Her lab operates through industry partnerships and likely government grants (implied by ongoing publications and PhD positions), though specific funding sources aren't detailed. Current projects include particle pollution control strategies and wildfire-resilient ventilation systems for Western Canadian homes. Laboratory Operations: As BETLab founder, she oversees experimental facilities for building material characterization, air cleaning technology development, and field validation of advanced HVAC systems, with recent work focusing on in-duct UVGI applications and hydrogen energy storage integration.

Matthias Hornمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Symbioses
• Bacterial Symbionts of Protozoa and Insects
• Evolution of Intracellular Bacteria
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Matthias Horn is a University Professor at the Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science of the University of Vienna, specializing in microbial symbioses and intracellular bacteria. He leads the Division of Microbial Ecology and investigates symbionts of amoebae, arthropods, and marine organisms, with a focus on genome evolution and host-pathogen interactions. Research Interests: Microbial symbioses (protozoa, insects) Evolution of intracellular bacteria Microbial genome evolution Host-eukaryote interactions Recent Publications explore chlamydiae adaptation, giant virus-host codon mismatches, and symbionts in corals and dinoflagellates. His work is supported by the Austrian Science Fund Cluster of Excellence Microbiomes Drive Planetary Health and previously by the ERC and FWF. Awards: FWF START Award (2005) ERC Starting Grant (2011) Teaching includes courses on molecular microbial ecology, symbiosis, and advanced techniques like FISH. His team comprises postdocs, PhD candidates, and technicians studying microbial interactions.

Shilin Zhaoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Artificial Intelligence in Digital Pathology
• Spatial Transcriptomics Analysis
• Kidney Disease Morphomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shilin Zhao is an Assistant Professor of Biostatistics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, specializing in artificial intelligence applications for digital pathology and multi-omics integration. His work bridges computational methodology development with clinical pathology to address challenges in kidney disease, gut microbiome research, and metabolic disorders. Education PhD in Bioinformatics, Shanghai Institutes for Biological Sciences Research Focus Dr. Zhao's research centers on AI-driven pathology and spatial omics , with primary emphasis on: Glomerular and kidney layer segmentation using cross-species data integration Foundation model assessment for cell nuclei analysis in renal histopathology Multi-omics approaches to colitis, atherosclerosis, and metabolic diseases Development of graph networks for spatial transcriptomics prediction His methodologies frequently combine deep learning with biostatistical rigor to translate computational insights into clinical pathology applications. Publication Trends Dr. Zhao's 2025 publications demonstrate intense focus on AI pathology tools (14/15 articles), particularly glomerular analysis and spatial transcriptomics. Key themes include cross-species model adaptation (GLAM), multi-level attention networks (MagNet), and clinical validation of AI foundation models in kidney pathology. His work consistently targets diagnostic precision through computational innovation. Scientific Recognition No specific awards or honors were documented in the provided materials. Academic Contributions While student advising details are unavailable, Dr. Zhao actively contributes to methodological advances in biostatistics through high-impact publications. His involvement in the KPIS 2024 challenge indicates leadership in establishing glomerular segmentation benchmarks for the pathology AI community. Research Environment As primary faculty in Vanderbilt's Department of Biostatistics, Dr. Zhao likely collaborates with institutional resources including the Vanderbilt Biostatistics Data Coordinating Center (VBDCC) and Vanderbilt Technologies for Advanced Genomics Analysis and Research Design (VANGARD), though specific affiliations aren't explicitly stated.

Tim Paulitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Plant Pathology
• Soil Microbiology
• Agricultural Ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tim Paulitz is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology at Washington State University (WSU) and a Research Plant Pathologist with USDA-ARS. His research focuses on root diseases of cereal crops, soil microbiome dynamics, and sustainable management strategies. He has held roles such as Editor-in-Chief of the American Phytopathological Society Press and Section Editor of the *Canadian Journal of Plant Pathology*. Paulitz has supervised over 25 graduate students and contributed to over 175 refereed publications. His work emphasizes understanding soilborne pathogens like *Rhizoctonia*, *Fusarium*, and *Pratylenchus*, alongside the impacts of glyphosate, tillage, and crop rotation on microbial communities. Research Interests: Ecology and management of root diseases in wheat, barley, and Brassica Soil and rhizosphere microbiome analysis Effects of agricultural practices (e.g., glyphosate, lime, no-till) on microbial communities Biological control of soilborne pathogens Awards and Recognition: Fellow, American Phytopathological Society (2009–present) USDA-ARS National EEO/CR Outreach Award (2008) California Regents Graduate Fellowship (1983) Advising and Grants: Supervised 18 MSc, 4 PhD students (1989–2000), and 9 PhD, 3 MSc students (2000–2020) as an adjunct. Collaborated with CIMMYT on global wheat root health initiatives and served on over 50 student thesis committees. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with USDA-ARS Wheat Health Unit and WSU’s Department of Plant Pathology, contributing to interdisciplinary projects on soil health and crop resilience.

Emily Meversمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Natural Products
• Drug Discovery
• Chemical Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emily Mevers is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Virginia Tech's College of Science, where she established her research program in August 2020. Her lab investigates ecological metabolomes to discover bioactive natural products with therapeutic potential, focusing on underexplored niches like marine egg masses and millipede secretions. Education: B.S. in Chemistry, University of South Florida (2009) M.S. in Organic Chemistry, University of California San Diego (2011) Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, University of California San Diego (2014) Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Harvard Medical School (2014-2016) Research Associate, Harvard Medical School (2017-2020) Research Focus: Dr. Mevers employs a function-first discovery approach to isolate natural products evolved for specific ecological roles. Her work centers on marine egg mass microbiomes (seeking predation-deterrent compounds for cancer/infection applications) and deep-sea hydrothermal vent systems (studying electron shuttles for mineral respiration). This integrates chemical ecology , organic synthesis , and microbial physiology to bridge ecological function with drug discovery. Publication Trends: Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant themes in millipede defensive chemistry (5 articles), marine egg mass microbiomes (4 articles), and bacterial electron transfer (3 articles). Her work consistently links ecological function to bioactive compound discovery, with increasing focus on computational prediction of redox properties and host-microbe chemical interactions since 2023. Scientific Recognition: American Society of Pharmacognosy Postdoctoral Research Fellow Travel Award (2015) Teddy Traylor Award (2013) David Carew Graduate Student Travel Award (2013) Biochemistry of Growth Regulation and Oncogenesis NIH Trainee (2011-2014) Research Leadership: Dr. Mevers directs the Mevers Lab at Virginia Tech, mentoring graduate students in natural product discovery. Her prior NIH-funded training and current institutional support enable access to advanced instrumentation for metabolomics and bioassay development. She actively collaborates with marine biologists for sample collection and ecologists for functional validation. Research Infrastructure: The lab operates from 3103 Hahn Hall South, utilizing NMR, mass spectrometry, and microbial culturing facilities. Current projects include chemical profiling of marine invertebrate microbiomes, millipede alkaloid biosynthesis studies, and high-throughput screening of redox mediators – all aligned with Virginia Tech's strategic focus on One Health initiatives.

Chandra Jackمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant-Microbe Interactions
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Invasive Species
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Chandra Jack is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Clark University, where she leads research on plant-microbe interactions and eco-evolutionary dynamics. She holds a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Biology from Rice University (2011) and a B.A. in Biology from the same institution (2005). Her research program examines how microbial communities influence plant fitness, functional traits, and population structure, with particular focus on invasive species adaptation. The Jack Lab employs experimental, molecular, and computational approaches to study below-ground ecological processes in agricultural and natural systems. Research publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches spanning microbial ecology, evolutionary biology, and invasion science. Recent work explores soil microbiome influences on plant development, rapid evolution in invasive plants, and methodological advances in analyzing plant defensive compounds. The lab maintains an inclusive environment with multiple undergraduate researchers and a graduate student. Current projects include investigations into prairie soil effects on wheat development and habitat-specific microbiome variations in Hypericum perforatum.

Laura Cookمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbiology
• Microbial interactions with the host
• Bacterial genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laura Cook is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Binghamton University. Her research focuses on understanding how Gram-positive bacterial pathogens, particularly streptococci, colonize host mucosal surfaces like the vaginal tract and nasopharynx. She employs molecular, cell culture, and animal models to investigate bacterial genetic programs, interactions with host microbiota, and pathogenesis mechanisms. Education: Postdoctoral training at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), followed by a PhD and a combined BS/BA from the University of Minnesota. Research Interests: Microbiology, microbial-host interactions, bacterial genetics, biofilm formation, heme utilization, and pathogen colonization dynamics. Her lab explores how bacterial species—both commensal and pathogenic—interact within host environments to influence disease outcomes, with applications to vaccine development and infection prevention. Publications highlight her work on streptococcal colonization mechanisms, heme transport proteins (e.g., HupZ), and the role of bacterial signaling systems (e.g., SaeRS) in pathogenesis. Recent studies emphasize vaginal and nasal tract colonization, biofilm formation, and the impact of host signals on bacterial behavior. Labs/Teams: The Cook Lab at Binghamton University investigates host-microbe interactions using interdisciplinary approaches, bridging molecular biology, microbiology, and infectious disease research.

Maximiliano Gutierrezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهش

• Cell Biology
• Infectious Disease
• Microbiology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maximiliano Gutierrez is a Research Professor at the Francis Crick Institute, London, UK. His work focuses on understanding how intracellular pathogens like Mycobacterium tuberculosis evade host immune defenses. He leads an independent research group investigating cellular mechanisms of pathogen survival and host cell responses, employing cutting-edge imaging techniques and model systems. Education: PhD in Biochemistry (2005), Universidad Nacional de San Luis, Argentina. Postdoc at EMBL (Heidelberg) and Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research (Braunschweig). Research Interests: Host-pathogen interactions, tuberculosis pathogenesis, lysosomal biology, macrophage function, and development of imaging technologies for pathogen studies. Lab Innovations: Pioneered correlative 3D imaging to study M. tuberculosis lesions in vivo. Explores host lipid metabolism and autophagy pathways in bacterial survival. Collaborates on novel antibiotic strategies targeting bacterial virulence factors.

May R Berenbaumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Insect-Plant Interactions
• Pollinator Ecology
• Chemical Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

May R Berenbaum is a distinguished Professor and Maybelle Leland Swanlund Endowed Chair in the Department of Entomology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She has held leadership roles since 1992 as department head and since 1996 as Swanlund Chair. Her affiliations include the Center for Advanced Study, Plant Biology, Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, Prairie Research Institute, and Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. Educated at Yale (B.S., 1975) and Cornell (Ph.D., 1980), her research focuses on biochemical and genetic mechanisms of insect-plant interactions, pesticide impacts, and sustainable agroecosystem management. Supported by NSF/USDA grants, she has authored over 300 publications and six public outreach books. She chairs national committees on pesticide policy and pollinator health, and founded initiatives like the Insect Fear Film Festival and Beespotter citizen-science portal. Research interests emphasize detoxification pathways in insects, pollinator conservation, and ecological applications for sustainable practices. Her work bridges molecular biology, ecology, and public engagement, highlighted by awards including AAAS Fellowship and the Addison Emery Verrill Medal. She serves on editorial boards, such as the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, and actively promotes scientific literacy through media and educational outreach. Education: Yale University (B.S., 1975), Cornell University (Ph.D., 1980) Key Affiliations: Center for Advanced Study, Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology Grants: NSF and USDA funding since 1980 Her scientific contributions address global challenges like pesticide regulation, pollinator decline, and ecological resilience, with a focus on translating research into actionable conservation strategies.

• Ancient DNA Analysis
• Population Genetics
• Evolutionary Anthropology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pere Gelabert is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Evolutionary Anthropology at the Faculty of Life Sciences. His research focuses on ancient DNA analysis, population genetics, and interdisciplinary studies of human evolution and prehistoric societies. He has been involved in major projects such as 'Unveiling the Shadows: Illuminating Late Pleistocene Human-Carnivore Interactions in Europe' and 'Social genomics in Late Antique and Early-Medieval societies'. No educational background information is explicitly provided in the text. His research interests include: Analysis of ancient DNA to reconstruct population structures and ancestry Investigations into Late Pleistocene human-animal dynamics and hunter-gatherer societies Genomic studies of Neandertals and other hominin species Applications of sedimentary DNA (sedaDNA) in archaeological contexts Genetic epidemiology of ancient pathogens like Plasmodium Interdisciplinary approaches combining genomics with bioarchaeology He has received notable awards including: HEAS Seed Grant (2022) PCA Best Article 2020 Prize for 'Social genomics in Late Antique and Early-Medieval societies' (2023) While no formal advisees are listed, his research projects indicate leadership in academic grants. Grants include two active research funding projects focusing on Pleistocene human-carnivore interactions and social genomics in historical societies. His work involves collaborations across institutions and continents, with a focus on archaeological sites and museum collections. He regularly presents findings at scientific conferences and public lectures, including recent talks on sedaDNA applications and Neandertal site cataloging.

Jeremy Barrمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bacteriophage Biology
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Phage Therapy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jeremy Barr is an Associate Professor (Research) at Monash University's School of Biological Sciences and a key member of the Monash Centre to Impact Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). He leads an independent laboratory focused on bacteriophage biology and has established himself as a significant contributor to phage therapy research. Dr. Barr completed his PhD in microbiology at The University of Queensland in 2011 as part of the Advanced Water Management Center. He then conducted postdoctoral research under Prof. Forest Rohwer at San Diego State University, where he studied bacteriophage interactions with mucosal surfaces that provide non-host-derived immunity. He joined Monash University in 2016 to establish his independent laboratory in Bacteriophage Biology and became part of the Monash Centre to Impact AMR in 2020. His research program centers on bacteriophage-virus interactions with bacterial hosts and eukaryotic cells, with particular focus on the Bacteriophage Adherence to Mucus (BAM) model. His lab investigates how phages control bacterial populations, prevent infection, and regulate the microbiome through tri-partite symbioses. They utilize cross-disciplinary techniques to explore fundamental bacteriophage biology with applications for combating antimicrobial resistance. Dr. Barr's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on translating phage biology into clinical applications, particularly for treating antibiotic-resistant infections. His work shows how phage resistance can paradoxically resensitize bacteria to antibiotics, providing new therapeutic approaches against pathogens like Acinetobacter baumannii and Klebsiella pneumoniae. Faculty Of Science Awards: Research Excellence by an Early Career Researcher (2021) Tall Poppy Award (2021) Vice-Chancellor's Award for Research Excellence by an Early Career Researchers (STEM) (2021) Dr. Barr is actively involved in multiple research projects, including The Monash Phage Foundry to manufacture clinical-grade phage products, investigations into bacteriophage internalization by human cells, and research to improve the clinical translation of phage therapy. He is also part of the Aerosol Infection Research project (AIRBORNE) funded by the Medical Research Future Fund. As an active member of the community empowerment initiative, he helps raise awareness of antimicrobial resistance and has contributed to public understanding through numerous media appearances and public lectures. His laboratory serves as an experimental biology hub utilizing cross-disciplinary approaches to investigate fundamental and mechanistic bacteriophage biology, with direct applications for addressing the global antimicrobial resistance crisis.