جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Grassland Ecology
• Biodiversity
• Plant Community Ecology
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Jasper van Ruijven is an Assistant Professor in Forest Ecology and Forest Management at Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on plant diversity effects, soil-borne pathogens, and ecosystem functioning in grassland and forest ecosystems. He has contributed to over 116 publications, emphasizing biodiversity-productivity relationships and belowground interactions. Research Interests: - Grassland Ecology - Biodiversity and Ecosystem Stability - Plant-Pathogen Interactions - Root Traits and Resource Partitioning Recent Articles: - Explores functional diversity's role in resilience (2024) - Analyzes soil-borne fungal prevalence in China (2024) - Highlights long-term diversity-productivity links (2024) Advising and Grants: - Co-promotor for PhD projects on soil pathogens and intercropping systems. - Collaborates on projects like 'DIGDEEP' exploring diversity-disease relationships. Labs/Teams: - Active in the PE&RC research group, focusing on plant-soil interactions and ecological dynamics.

Magdy Salamaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Power Quality Analysis
• Smart Grid Technology
• Renewable Energy Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Magdy Salama is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo, with dual professional engineering registrations in Ontario and Egypt. His research focuses on power systems, smart grid technologies, renewable energy integration, and medical imaging. He holds over 460 publications, including 215 journal articles, and has developed specialized labs in areas like Power Quality and Ultrasound Imaging. Recognized in the 1991 National Encyclopedia of Egyptian Scientists, he also teaches courses such as ECE 192, 390, and 462, emphasizing engineering economics and design. Education: PhD, Electrical Engineering, University of Waterloo (1977) MSc, Electrical Engineering, Cairo University (1973) BSc, Electrical Engineering, Cairo University (1971) Research Interests: Power quality and distribution system automation Smart grid and renewable energy analysis Medical image processing (e.g., sleep staging, neuromodulation) Electric energy storage and fault detection Asset management and risk analysis Labs & Innovation: He leads labs in Power Quality, Electric Vehicle Power Electronics, Ultrasound Imaging, and Sleep Staging. His patents include high-voltage power supplies for automotive and aerospace applications. Awards: Listed in the 1991 National Encyclopedia for Distinguished Egyptian Men of Science . Teaching & Grants: Recently taught courses like Distribution System Engineering (ECE 6606PD) and Electric Safety Design (ECE 6616PD). His work spans academic-industrial partnerships, though specific grants are not detailed in the text.

• Biomedicine
• Biotechnology
• Cancer Eradication
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen Johnston is a Professor in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) and Director of the Center for Innovations in Medicine at The Biodesign Institute. He holds a 50% appointment as an ASU professor and serves as CEO of Calviri, Inc. His research focuses on groundbreaking solutions in biomedicine, including cancer eradication via universal preventive vaccines and health futures through continuous health monitoring systems. He pioneered technologies like the gene gun, genetic immunization, and immunosignaturing. With over 150 journal articles and $85M in grants from agencies like DARPA, he leads a team of ~25 at Calviri. Johnston earned his PhD in Genetics and Plant Breeding from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1981. Education: PhD in Genetics and Plant Breeding from University of Wisconsin-Madison (1981) Key Projects: Cancer vaccine development, pre-symptomatic diagnostics, and translational biotechnology Grants: DARPA, NIAID, NHLBI Labs/Teams: Center for Innovations in Medicine, Calviri, Inc. His work bridges basic science and applied technology, with innovations impacting fields from infectious disease to chronic illness prevention.

Berat Z. Haznedaroğluمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Biotechnology
• Microalgae Engineering
• Pathogen Dynamics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Berat Z. Haznedaroğlu is an Assistant Professor at Bogazici University's Institute of Environmental Sciences since 2014. His education includes postdoctoral training at Yale University and a Ph.D. from University of California-Riverside. Research expertise spans environmental biotechnology, microalgae engineering, and sustainable bioprocess development. Current projects focus on microalgae applications for wastewater treatment, bioenergy production, and high-value compound extraction. Publications demonstrate work on algae-bacteria consortia, microalgal metabolic engineering, and algal biomass processing. Recent book chapters cover wastewater bioremediation and industrial metabolite production from microalgae. He leads major initiatives including the INDEPENDENT biorefinery project and MICRO-JET biofuel development. Additional research examines algal-based SARS-CoV-2 inhibitors and space life support systems.

David Brewsterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Intensive Care Medicine
• Anaesthesia
• Airway Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor David Brewster is an Adjunct Clinical Professor at Monash University's School of Translational Medicine, serving as Head of the Cabrini Department of ICU and Anaesthesia Research and Deputy Director of Intensive Care at Cabrini Health. He is also Clinical Dean of the Cabrini-Monash University Clinical School. Brewster's expertise spans airway management, critical care, and medical education, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and workplace well-being. His leadership roles include executive positions in the Safe Airway Society and ANZ College of Anaesthetists. Key achievements include landmark studies like the INTUBE trial published in JAMA and national guidelines for airway management during the pandemic. Education & Roles: Brewster holds a Doctorate by Research in Medicine. His academic roles include teaching at Monash since 2006, progressing to Clinical Dean in 2017. He has authored influential textbooks like BEYOND BASIC: Airway Management , taught globally, and championed student well-being through initiatives like the K-ISBAR tool. Research Interests: Brewster’s work centers on airway management in ICU and anaesthesia, with contributions to universal airway practices. He leads international trials (e.g., STARGATE) and collaborates globally on airway safety and pandemic response strategies. Publications & Awards: Over 75 peer-reviewed articles, including highly cited MJA and JAMA papers. Awards include the Best Airway Paper (2020) and Christie Cameron Memorial Teaching Award (2015). Grants & Activities: Funded by ESICM and others, Brewster’s work includes the INTUBE study and pandemic-related research. He actively presents at conferences, reviews for journals, and engages media (e.g., podcasts, articles) to disseminate knowledge. Labs & Teams: Leads the Cabrini ICU Research Department, collaborates with international groups like the Safe Airway Society, and chairs committees for airway task forces.

• Babesiosis
• Infectious Disease Transmission
• Host-Parasite Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pallavi Singh is an Associate Research Scientist at Yale School of Medicine's Department of Internal Medicine, specializing in infectious diseases including malaria and babesiosis. Her research focuses on understanding host-parasite interactions, vector-borne disease transmission mechanisms, and developing diagnostic tools and therapies. She holds a PhD in Parasite and Insect Vectors from Institut Pasteur (2017) and an MSc in Genetics from University of Delhi (2012). Key research areas include Babesia species pathogenesis, polyamine metabolism in parasites, and multi-omics approaches to identify drug targets. Collaborates extensively with teams studying malaria and tick-borne diseases. Has developed novel culture systems for Babesia parasites and fluorescent assays for enzyme activity measurements. Her work bridges basic science and translational medicine, addressing critical gaps in understanding and combating vector-borne infections.

Lynn Cooleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Actin Cytoskeleton
• Cell Biology
• Developmental Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lynn Cooley is the Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences and holds the C. N. H. Long Professorship in Genetics at Yale University. She is also Professor of Cell Biology and Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology within the Yale School of Medicine. Her research focuses on cellular mechanisms of gamete development using Drosophila as a model system, particularly studying actin cytoskeleton organization in germline ring canals and somatic muscle development. Education: PhD in Genetics from University of Texas (1984), BA in Zoology from Connecticut College (1976) Her work investigates how intercellular bridges (ring canals) facilitate oocyte growth and maternal mRNA transport. Recent discoveries include novel muscle types in Drosophila ovaries and the role of the Kelch protein in actin dynamics. Cooley’s lab employs genetic, molecular, and imaging techniques to study these processes. Key awards include Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2012) and Pew Scholar Award (1991). She has served on committees such as the Genetics Society of America Board and NIH Dev1 Study Section. Her research also explores tissue-specific codon redefinition and the antivirulence properties of antifreeze proteins. Collaborations include work with Andrew Hudson on Drosophila genetics and Joerg Bewersdorf on super-resolution microscopy.

• Virology
• RNA Virus Replication
• Viral Proteases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chris McCormick is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton, specializing in virology with a focus on RNA virus replication, viral proteases, and host-pathogen interactions. He leads research projects on respiratory viruses, including SARS-CoV-2 and rhinoviruses, and develops diagnostic tools for infectious diseases. His work integrates molecular biology, clinical virology, and translational research. Dr. McCormick teaches immunology and virology to medical students, holding roles such as Deputy Programme Lead for BM4 and Deputy Head of the School of Education. He supervises PhD and masters students in microbiology and infection-related fields. Key research contributions include studies on viral protease mechanisms, ACE2 receptor isoforms, and rapid diagnostic technologies. His projects are funded by organizations like the Medical Research Council and the Aair Charity. Dr. McCormick collaborates with institutions globally and serves as an editor for the Microbiology Society.

Tadhg Begleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vitamin Biosynthesis
• Enzymology
• Chemical Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tadhg Begley is the Distinguished Barton Professor of Chemistry at Texas A&M University, holding the Robert A. Welch Foundation Chair. He leads the Begley Research Group, focusing on the mechanistic enzymology of complex organic transformations in vitamin biosynthesis. His academic roles include teaching and research leadership in the Department of Chemistry, with affiliations at the ILSB laboratory. Prof. Begley earned his B.Sc. from the National University of Ireland (1977) and Ph.D. from Caltech (1983). His career includes postdoctoral work at the University of Geneva and MIT, followed by faculty positions at Cornell and Texas A&M since 2009. Research Interests: Vitamin biosynthesis mechanisms (thiamin, pyridoxal phosphate, molybdopterin, menaquinone) Enzymology of radical SAM systems and flavin-dependent reactions Organic chemistry of biological pathways and cofactor assembly Awards NIH MERIT Award AAAS Fellow Merck Faculty Development Award Honorary D.Sc. from National University of Ireland Advising & Grants: Mentored over 20 graduate students and postdocs. Notable advisees include recent PhD recipients Isita (2019), Sanjoy (2019), and Sumedh (2019). Active in securing NIH and foundation grants for biosynthetic studies. Labs/Teams: Directs interdisciplinary research integrating molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and organic synthesis. Collaborates with structural biologists (e.g., Ealick lab) and crystallography experts.

Jonathan Swannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomolecular Medicine
• Metabolomics
• Gut Microbiota
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jonathan Swann is a Professor of Biomolecular Medicine at the University of Southampton's Faculty of Medicine, School of Human Development and Health. He leads a metabolomics-focused research program investigating gene-environment interactions in health and disease. His work spans two main themes: (1) Gut microbiota's role in host health/disease, including gut-brain axis communication, microbiome-cancer interactions, and microbial metabolism; (2) Early-life environmental influences on development, particularly in global health contexts. He supervises multiple PhD students and collaborates with institutions like Imperial College London and Karolinska Institute. Research affiliations: Institute for Life Sciences, Nutrition, Endocrinology and Metabolism, and 8 other interdisciplinary groups Funding: BBSRC, MRC, Wellcome Trust, NIH, Gates Foundation Recent studies explore microbiota's impact on neurological disorders, malnutrition consequences in children, and metabolic biomarkers in pancreatic cancer. His 2024 Nature Communications paper revealed circadian bile acid rhythms in humans, while 2025 cancer biomarker work advances early detection methods. External roles include editorial board positions for Microbiome and Frontiers in Endocrinology , plus expert advisory roles with the British Society of Gastroenterology.

Andrew Tatemمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Demography
• Epidemiology
• Geospatial Data Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew Tatem is a Personal Chair in Spatial Demography and Epidemiology at the University of Southampton, leading the WorldPop research group. His work focuses on integrating traditional demographic data with geospatial technologies like satellite imagery and mobile phone data to map population distributions, health dynamics, and pathogen transmission. He leads major initiatives funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust, and others. Research interests include: Mapping population demographics and mobility patterns Modeling disease spread (e.g., malaria, polio, Zika) Supporting public health interventions via high-resolution data Urbanization and environmental health impacts Notable projects involve global vaccination coverage mapping, polio eradication support, and disaster preparedness. His work has been recognized with awards like the Turing Fellowship and Geovation Innovation Award. He supervises four PhD students in Geography and collaborates internationally with UN agencies and governments. Awards include: AGI Award for Excellence with Impact (2024) Geovation International Geospatial Innovation Award (2023) Breheny Prize (2021) Global Mobile Award for Humanitarian Work (2016) His research outputs emphasize geospatial data fusion, mobility-driven disease modeling, and SDG tracking, with recent focus on post-pandemic health systems and climate adaptation strategies.

Henny van der Meiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomaterials
• Microbiology
• Biofilm Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Henny van der Mei is a Full Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, affiliated with the Man, Biomaterials and Microbes (MBM) department. His research focuses on biomaterial-associated infections, bacterial adhesion, and biofilm formation. He holds editorial roles at Colloids and Surfaces; Biofilms and FEMS Reviews Microbiology . Research Interests: Van der Mei's work centers on understanding how modified biomaterial surfaces influence bacterial adhesion and biofilm formation. Key areas include antimicrobial strategies for medical implants, nanotechnology applications in infection control, and the development of novel antibiofilm agents. His expertise spans biomaterials science, microbiology, and biomedical engineering. Recent Articles: His most recent studies explore carbon quantum dots for antimicrobial applications, macrophage interactions with Staphylococcus aureus, and single-atom catalysts for antibacterial therapy. He has published over 680 articles, with a focus on biofilm dispersal mechanisms and nanomaterial-based solutions to antibiotic resistance. Awards: While no specific awards are listed, his extensive research output and editorial roles highlight significant contributions to the field. Grants/Advising: Supervised over 100 works and actively participates in global initiatives like the European Water Tech Week. His activities include keynote speaking at conferences on biofilms, biomaterials, and water technology. Labs/Teams: Leads research in antimicrobial biomaterials and biofilm control at the UMCG, collaborating internationally on projects addressing infections in medical devices and water systems.

• Landscape epidemiology
• One Health
• Disease ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Walsh is a Senior Lecturer in the Sydney School of Public Health at the University of Sydney and Co-Lead of the One Health Node. He is affiliated with the Sydney Institute for Infectious Diseases, Sydney Institute of Agriculture, and Sydney Southeast Asia Centre. His work focuses on landscape epidemiology and One Health approaches to zoonotic diseases, particularly at wildlife-livestock-human interfaces. Research interests include zoonotic pathogen ecology, disease spillover mechanisms, and interventions at anthropogenic landscape interfaces. Current projects involve biosurveillance of zoonoses in India and Australia, climate-driven arbovirus dynamics, and urban ecology impacts on disease. Teaching includes PUBH5400 One Health and PUBH5300 Infectious Disease Epidemiology. He has taught for 21 years at institutions including NYU and the University of Sydney. Publications emphasize JE virus epidemiology, Kyasanur Forest disease, and Rift Valley fever. Key grants include a biosurveillance collaboration in India (2018) and a food safety initiative (2017). His lab (EpiBio) explores transdisciplinary solutions to emerging zoonoses, with fieldwork in deforested regions and high-risk agricultural zones.

John Iacominiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Adaptive immune responses
• Immunological tolerance
• MicroRNAs in T cell activation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Iacomini is a Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine , affiliated with the Department of Immunology and cross-appointed in Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Biology, and other biomedical programs. He has taught courses like Intro to Immunology and Advanced Cellular Immunology since 2011. Doctor of Philosophy , Tufts University (1991) Bachelor of Science , Syracuse University (1986) His research focuses on adaptive immune responses , immunological tolerance , and the role of microRNAs in T cell activation and tissue injury responses . Recent work explores how hyperlipidemia and dietary factors influence organ transplant rejection and immune regulation. His publications since 2015 highlight studies on Treg dysfunction , Th17 cell pathogenicity , microRNA-mRNA interactions in nephrotoxicity, and hormonal modulation of T cells. These studies often intersect transplant immunology and metabolic-immune crosstalk . Scientific Awards NIH Grant: Post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression by microRNAs (2021-2026) NIH Grant: Microbial disruption of dendritic cell function (2018-2023) NIH Grant: Hyperlipidemia effects on immune memory (2018-2020) NIH Grant: Diet-induced transplant rejection (2015-2020) American Heart Association Grant: Hyperlipidemia in cardiac rejection (2014) As a mentor, he has advised graduate students like Christopher Benway and contributed to training programs. His laboratory remains active in uncovering mechanisms of immune tolerance , microRNA regulation , and metabolic influences on transplant outcomes .

Aaron Mendezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

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

Aaron Mendez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology and Microbiology at Tufts University School of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding how viruses maximize their replicative output through the formation of replication compartments, using Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV) as a model system. Education: PhD in Chemistry & Chemical Biology from the University of California, San Francisco (2015); BSc in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from the University of California, Irvine (2009). Research Interests: The lab employs a multidisciplinary approach combining molecular virology, biochemistry, and chemical genetics to uncover molecular mechanisms underlying viral replication compartment formation. Key areas include compartment dynamics, viral machinery organization, and evasion of host immune responses. Recent work highlights studies on SOX exonuclease activity in KSHV and SARS-CoV-2 nsp1 protein function. Publications: Recent articles (2014–2023) explore viral replication mechanisms, ER stress pathways, and protein engineering. Notable contributions include elucidating SOX's role in viral DNA processing and characterizing SARS-CoV-2 nsp1's suppression of host gene expression. Grants & Lab Activities: The lab develops novel tools for studying viral replication compartments, with potential applications in antiviral strategies. Current efforts aim to identify linchpin interactions critical for compartment assembly and function. Labs/Teams: Mendez leads a research group focused on advancing virology through innovative biochemical and genetic methodologies.