جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Dongyi Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Machine Vision
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Dongyi Wang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering at the University of Arkansas, where he directs the Smart Agriculture and Food Engineering (SAFE) Lab. His work bridges advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, and machine vision with agrifood manufacturing to enhance product quality, safety, and worker welfare. Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of Maryland, College Park B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Fudan University Visiting experience at The Chinese University of Hong Kong Research interests span smart agrifood manufacturing , robotics , machine vision , and artificial intelligence , with applications in crop monitoring, food safety, and healthcare. His lab develops solutions like automated defect detection, pathogen sensing, and sustainable processing systems. Article analysis reveals a focus on AI-driven agricultural automation , hyperspectral imaging , robotic manipulation of bio-products , and food safety innovations . Recent works include YOLO-based tomato defect segmentation, E. coli biosensing, and UAV-based blackberry monitoring. Awards & Memberships College of Engineering Dean’s Award of Excellence Rising Star Research Award (UARK) Outstanding Mentor Award (UARK) Professional memberships in ASABE and IEEE As an educator, he teaches instrumentation and artificial intelligence in agrifood manufacturing . The SAFE Lab, funded by USDA NIFA, NSF, and federal/local agencies (> $7M), prioritizes workforce development in AI/robotics for agrifood industries.

• Ancient DNA Analysis
• Paleopathology
• Mitochondrial Genomics
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Ana Duggan is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at McMaster University. Her research bridges ancient DNA analysis, paleopathology, and genomic epidemiology to study historical disease dynamics and human evolution. Current affiliation: McMaster University, Department of Anthropology Academic rank: Adjunct Assistant Professor Research Interests: Dr. Duggan specializes in: Mitochondrial genomics of extinct populations Paleomicrobiology of ancient pathogens Historical epidemiology of infectious diseases Environmental DNA analysis for reconstructing past ecosystems Comparative genomics of human and animal pathogens Publication Trends (2008-2025): Her 55+ publications focus on: Ancient pathogen genomics (smallpox, malaria, brucellosis) Methodological advances in aDNA extraction and sequencing Historical disease ecology and human population dynamics Modern genomic epidemiology (SARS-CoV-2, monkeypox) Evolutionary patterns in xenarthran mammals Teaching Activities: Instructed ANTHROP 2D03 '23 and You: The Archaeology of your DNA' in 2018-2019.

Bledar Bishaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Safety Microbiology
• Foodborne Pathogen Detection
• Antimicrobial Resistance
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Dr. Bledar Bisha is an Associate Professor in Food Microbiology at the University of Wyoming's Department of Animal Science. With a dual appointment as an Affiliate Assistant Professor at Iowa State University, he focuses on developing innovative strategies for foodborne pathogen detection, microbial source tracking, and combating antimicrobial resistance across food and environmental systems. Mjek Veteriner (D.V.M), Veterinary Medicine, Agricultural University of Tirana M.S. & Ph.D. in Food Science & Technology, Iowa State University Postdoctoral Fellow in Food Microbiology, Colorado State University His research encompasses multi-omics approaches for microbial analysis, microfluidic biosensors for rapid diagnostics, and single-cell microbiology techniques. Recent work emphasizes microbial source tracking in water systems and antimicrobial resistance ecology in livestock-wildlife interfaces. Publications show a strong focus on foodborne pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli), antimicrobial resistance in agricultural and environmental contexts, and innovative detection methods including paper-based microfluidics and mass spectrometry. He has contributed to understanding resistance gene transfer dynamics and developed novel sample preparation strategies for pathogen surveillance. 2019–Present: Associate Professor, University of Wyoming 2018–Present: Affiliate Assistant Professor, Iowa State University 2009–2013: Postdoctoral Fellow, Colorado State University 2002–2009: Graduate Research Assistant, Iowa State University Dr. Bisha teaches advanced courses in food microbiology and safety, while leading interdisciplinary research bridging agricultural practices, public health, and analytical technology development.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Forensic Science
• Biomedical Imaging
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Professor Philip Doble is a Distinguished Professor at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), leading the Elemental Bio-imaging Facility (EBF) within the School of Chemistry and Forensic Science. His work focuses on developing advanced analytical techniques, including laser ablation-ICP-MS and chip-based liquid chromatography systems, to address complex problems in metallomics, forensic science, and biomedical research. The EBF collaborates internationally and nationally, fostering innovations in metal distribution analysis, toxicology, and disease mechanisms. His research spans multiple disciplines, including the role of trace metals in infectious diseases, cancer biomarker identification, and environmental exposure studies. Notable achievements include the 2013 Vice Chancellor's Award for Research Excellence. Current funded projects include coral resilience studies and metastatic breast cancer diagnostics. Doble supervises postgraduate students and actively contributes to forensic science advancements through interdisciplinary collaborations. Key research areas include: Analytical chemistry innovations for biological systems Metal interactions in host-pathogen interfaces Breast cancer biomarker quantification Environmental metal pollution analysis Neurological disease metallomics Grants and collaborations include projects on MRI contrast agent environmental impact, dystrophin-glycoprotein complex imaging, and forensic drug detection. His lab's cutting-edge technologies enable multiplexed elemental and biomolecular imaging, bridging analytical chemistry with clinical and environmental applications.

Kristen K. Colemanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Respiratory Virus Transmission
• Viral Epidemiology
• Airborne Pathogens
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kristen K. Coleman is an Assistant Professor in Global, Environmental, and Occupational Health at the University of Maryland. A former senior research fellow at Duke-NUS Medical School, she leads airborne disease research across multiple countries and champions One Health approaches to pandemic prevention. Her work focuses on respiratory virus surveillance and transmission dynamics, particularly SARS-CoV-2 airborne spread. Recent studies examine aerosol shedding patterns, mask efficacy, and environmental contamination. She is the first UMCP faculty selected as UMB ICTR KL2 Clinical Research Scholar and directs the PHAB Lab. Education includes a BA in Global Studies and PhD in Biology (Ecology) from the University of Toledo.

Paul Turnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food and Chemical Toxicology
• Mycotoxins
• Children and Infant Health
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Paul Turner is Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Global, Environmental, and Occupational Health at the University of Maryland. His research focuses on chemical exposures in acute and chronic diseases across three primary areas: mitigating early life dietary toxin exposures in sub-Saharan Africa; improving food security through sustainable energy/water initiatives in Tanzania; and analyzing environmental pollutants in water systems. Research interests include: Dietary toxins linked to cancer and growth retardation Aflatoxin-hepatitis B interactions in liver cancer Sustainable agricultural interventions Climate change impacts on toxin exposure patterns His seminal work established relationships between aflatoxin biomarkers and immune suppression in children, and developed affordable intervention strategies recommended by WHO/IARC. Dr. Turner directs the Mass-Spectrometry Core Facility and is accepting PhD students for Fall 2025. He teaches courses on food and chemical toxicology, and global health. As co-organizer of the East Africa FEW Conference, he facilitates solutions for smallholder farmers. Current research includes the Maryland Safe Drinking Water Study investigating PFAS and heavy metals.

Suman Rakshitمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Spatial Statistics
• Agricultural Statistics
• Genome-wide Association Studies
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Dr. Suman Rakshit is a Senior Lecturer at Curtin University's School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences, with a dual role as a Research Fellow at SAGI-West. His primary research focuses on statistical methodologies for agricultural trials, including spatial variogram modeling and linear mixed models. He has also contributed to genome-wide association studies and developed an R-package for analyzing point patterns on linear networks. Dr. Rakshit holds a PhD in Statistics from Monash University and a Master's from IIT Kanpur. His professional experience includes roles as a Data Scientist at Horizon Power and Prima Consulting. His teaching spans multiple disciplines including Science and Engineering, and he is affiliated with the Office of the Provost. Research interests emphasize spatial statistics, experimental design for on-farm trials, and computational methods. Recent work explores team playing styles in Australian Football using clustering frameworks and addresses spatial dependency in plant pathogens. His publications span agricultural, ecological, and computational topics, with a focus on methodological advancements in spatial analysis.

• Cystic Fibrosis
• Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
• Lung Inflammation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Noel G McElvaney is Head of the School of Medicine and Professor of Medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). He holds a medical degree from University College Dublin (1982). His research focuses on cystic fibrosis (CF), alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD), lung inflammation, and protease regulation. He has led translational research initiatives, including early clinical trials of therapies like Lomucin and AAT augmentation. In 2001, he founded the Alpha One Foundation of Ireland and established Europe’s first AATD detection program. Prof. McElvaney has secured extensive funding from organizations like HRB, SFI, and industry partners. His work bridges clinical practice and research, emphasizing gene therapy, lung defense mechanisms, and drug development. He has been awarded the HRB Impact Award (2021-2022) and holds leadership roles in medical councils and societies. His lab collaborations include Beaumont Hospital and global networks like the European Alpha-1 Research Collaboration (EARCO). Research interests include: protease-antiprotease balance in lungs, bronchial epithelium signaling, innate immunity, and CF/AATD therapies. He has supervised multiple research projects and mentored students in areas like CF microbiota and estrogen effects. His recent grants fund studies on COPD microbiome diversity, circadian rhythms in lung disease, and longitudinal biomarker analyses in AATD.

• Immunotoxicology
• Cancer Biology
• Inflammation in Chronic Diseases
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Charles Rice serves as a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences within Clemson University's College of Science. His research spans immunotoxicology, cancer biology, and environmental health, with particular focus on inflammation mechanisms in chronic diseases and comparative immunology across diverse species including fish, reptiles, and marine mammals. His laboratory investigates cellular and molecular pathways of immunotoxicity using advanced monoclonal antibody technologies and environmental exposure models. Rice's research integrates immunopharmacology with environmental toxicology to address critical questions about disease resistance mechanisms and pollutant impacts. His work frequently employs hybridoma technologies for monoclonal antibody development, applied to SARS-CoV-2 research, glioblastoma studies, and marine pathogen detection. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary collaboration across marine biology, oncology, and nanomedicine fields, with significant emphasis on vertebrate immune responses to environmental stressors. Rice actively mentors graduate students including Ph.D. candidates Tara Clancy and Alyssa Whisel, M.S. student Conner Dicks, and undergraduate researcher Caroline Graybeal. His laboratory maintains active research programs in immunotoxicology and comparative immunology, supported by collaborations with marine biologists, toxicologists, and medical researchers. The lab utilizes diverse model systems from human macrophages to sea turtles for investigating immune responses across evolutionary scales.

Caroline Millmanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Food Safety
• Consumer Behavior and Risk Perception
• Food Industry Technical Practices
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Dr. Caroline Millman is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the BSc (Hons) Food Industry Technical Professional Degree Apprenticeship at the Department of Service Sector Management, Sheffield Business School, Sheffield Hallam University. She also leads the 'Healthier Lives' research theme at the National Centre of Excellence for Food Engineering (NCEFE), focusing on food safety, consumer behavior, and sustainable food processing. With over 20 years in the food industry, her research spans food risk perception, Campylobacter reduction, and plant-based product innovation. Education: PhD in Food Science from the University of Manchester and Bangor University (2008), ESRC-funded studies on E. coli O157 risks. Previously worked as a Research Associate on the ESEI project analyzing Campylobacter transmission. Research Themes: Food safety interventions, novel risk perception methods, and sustainable protein sourcing Key Projects: Faba bean protein optimization, Ohmic heating advancements using neural networks Publications highlight interdisciplinary work in food safety, consumer behavior, and technological innovations. Awards include Fellowships from IFST and HEA. Active in STEM education outreach via the FoodBugClub.net initiative. Awards: IFST Fellowship (201?), FHEA (201?) Grants: Secured funding for energy-efficient food engineering and nutrition enhancement projects Labs/Teams: NCEFE and Industry & Innovation Research Institute collaborations drive applied research in food technology and safety.

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Treatment
• Antibiotic Resistance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Despo Fatta-Kassinou is a Professor at the University of Cyprus’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. She founded and directed the Nireas International Water Research Center (2011–2022), leading a team of 30+ researchers. Her education includes a Diploma in Chemical Engineering (NTUA, 1993), an MSc in Environmental Management (1995), and a PhD (NTUA, 1999). Research Interests: Her work focuses on environmental contaminants, including: (a) advanced chromatographic analysis of micropollutants, (b) biological impact assessment (toxicity/mutagenicity), (c) development of advanced water treatment technologies targeting antibiotic-resistant genes, and (d) soil-plant pollutant transport. Her recent studies prioritize antibiotic resistance mitigation and sustainable wastewater reuse. Publication Trends: Her 194 journal articles (sorted by recency) emphasize wastewater treatment efficacy, environmental risk assessment, and emerging contaminants (e.g., microplastics, pharmaceuticals). Key themes include advanced oxidation processes, pathogen inactivation, and global water quality surveillance. Awards & Recognition: National Research Award (Cyprus, 2012) SETAC Outstanding Science Career Award (2022) Elected to European Academy of Sciences (2024) Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2018–Present) Leadership & Grants: She coordinates EU projects (e.g., H2020-MSCA-ITN/675530, €3.7M; COST-ES1403, €600K), totaling €14.5M+ in research funding. She chairs the Scientific Advisory Committee for ACEWATER (Nigeria) and edits key journals ( Water Research , Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering ). Advised 55+ MSc/PhD students. Labs & Outreach: Established Cyprus’ first water research lab (2005) and center (Nireas-IWRC). Authored award-winning children’s book The Secret Book of the Blue Circle (2018) to promote environmental education.

Ramesh Sagiliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Honey Bee Health
• Honey Bee Nutrition
• Honey Bee Pollination
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ramesh Sagili is a Professor in the Entomology Program at Oregon State University's College of Agricultural Sciences . His research focuses on sustainable apiculture and pollination, with three primary areas: honey bee health, nutrition, and pollination. He collaborates with stakeholders like beekeepers, growers, and international researchers to address both basic and applied challenges in apiculture. His work emphasizes improving honey bee health and pollination efficiency through interdisciplinary approaches. Dr. Sagili's research integrates ecological, agricultural, and toxicological perspectives. He explores how environmental factors, including pesticide exposure and nutritional resources, impact honey bee colonies. His studies also assess the efficacy of treatments for honey bee pathogens such as Nosema spp. and investigate the role of pollinator networks in diverse cropping systems. He actively engages with the public through outreach initiatives, including the Oregon Master Beekeeper program, and advocates for best management practices to reduce colony losses. His lab, the Honey Bee Lab , conducts field and lab-based experiments to understand pollinator behavior, nutrition, and stressors. Recent work includes developing standardized methods for pollination research and creating databases to guide pollinator-friendly practices. Dr. Sagili also evaluates the impact of emerging threats like the Asian giant hornet on honey bee colonies and collaborates on strategies to mitigate these risks. Outreach efforts include advising on residential beekeeping, pest control methods, and sustainable agricultural policies. His contributions bridge academia, industry, and public engagement to ensure the long-term viability of honey bee colonies and their role in global food systems.

• Milk protein digestion
• Bioactive milk peptides
• Infant nutrition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

David Charles Dallas is an Associate Professor at Oregon State University's College of Public Health and Human Sciences, where he serves as Endowed Director of the Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health. His research program focuses on the biological functions of milk proteins and peptides, with particular emphasis on infant nutrition and digestive health. Dr. Dallas's work centers on identifying novel bioactive protein fragments in human and bovine milk, determining which milk proteins survive intact across digestion, and assessing digestive deficiencies in preterm infants. His laboratory employs clinical studies, digestion models, structural analysis techniques including peptidomics and proteomics, and functional assays to investigate how milk proteins are digested in both infants and adults. His research has revealed significant differences in digestive capacity between preterm and term infants, demonstrating that premature infants have lower ability to digest milk proteins compared to term infants. This work has important implications for improving health outcomes for preterm infants through better understanding of milk protein digestion and bioactive peptide release. Analysis of Dr. Dallas's recent publications (2023-2025) shows a strong focus on adult digestion of dairy proteins, processing techniques that preserve bioactive components, and the identification of functional milk peptides with antimicrobial and immunomodulatory properties. His work spans from basic science investigations of peptide functionality to applied research on milk processing techniques that maintain nutritional value. Dr. Dallas leads a productive research program with multiple doctoral students and has established collaborations across nutritional science, food technology, and clinical medicine fields. His work has significant implications for infant nutrition, donor human milk processing, and the development of functional dairy products for adult health.

• Biomimetic Materials
• Biomedical Engineering
• Polymer Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Helen Zha is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). She holds affiliations in the Biochemistry and Biophysics graduate program and the Center for Engineering and Precision Medicine. As Associate Director of the NY Fashion Innovation Center, she bridges academic and industrial innovation. Her research focuses on biomimetic materials, particularly the synthesis of silk-mimetic polymers and their applications in regenerative medicine, sustainable materials, and biotechnology. Educated at MIT (B.Sc., 2007) and Northwestern University (Ph.D., 2013), Dr. Zha completed postdoctoral training at Eindhoven University of Technology and UC Berkeley. She joined RPI in 2018 as a tenure-track faculty member. Her research interests span biomaterials design, biopolymer synthesis, and sustainable material upcycling. Key projects include converting plastic waste into recombinant proteins and developing anti-angiogenic nanostructures for medical applications. Her work emphasizes the interplay between molecular design and functional properties of materials. Dr. Zha has received prestigious awards, including the NSF CAREER Award and NIH R35 MIRA Early Career Grant. She chairs the Biomaterials program area of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and actively contributes to professional societies like the Society for Biomaterials. Her lab, the Bioinspired Materials Lab , explores bio-inspired material systems with applications in energy storage, drug delivery, and environmental remediation. Current projects include silk fibroin coatings for neural regeneration and nano-silica additives for sodium batteries.

Irene Athanassakisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

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

Professor Irene Athanassakis is a faculty member at the Biology Department of the University of Crete. She holds a PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cellular and Developmental Biology from the University of Alberta (1988). Her research focuses on immunology, reproductive biology, and cancer diagnosis, with particular emphasis on MHC molecule regulation, T cell activation, and nonlinear optical imaging techniques. She leads a laboratory in the Biology building (Office: Γ 125, Lab: Ε 130) and has contributed extensively to understanding immune tolerance mechanisms and developing implantable vaccine technologies. Key research areas include soluble MHC antigens' role in immune modulation, diagnostic applications of third/harmonic generation microscopy for cancer grading, and the interplay between L-carnitine and endometriosis. Her work bridges molecular immunology with biomedical engineering, addressing clinical challenges in autoimmune diseases and cancer. Recent research trends highlight her contributions to SARS-CoV-2 immunogenicity studies, implantable vaccine design using laser-structured scaffolds, and machine learning-based analysis of biological samples. These studies underscore her interdisciplinary approach to solving complex biomedical problems. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. She advises no listed PhD/Master’s students but collaborates widely across disciplines. Her lab's activities include developing novel diagnostic tools and immunotherapeutic strategies, reflecting her commitment to translational research.