جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Environmental Engineering
• Virology
• Public Health Surveillance
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Krista Wigginton is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan in the College of Engineering , specializing in Environmental Engineering . Her research focuses on wastewater-based epidemiology , virus transmission dynamics , and water treatment technologies . Current role: Associate Dean, Office of Graduate Education Collaborations with researchers across virology, public health, and civil engineering Research highlights include: Developing quantitative metagenomic tools for virus detection in wastewater Investigating influenza aerosol shedding in controlled human studies Monitoring norovirus and adenovirus outbreaks through wastewater surveillance Advancing chlorine disinfection models for virus inactivation She contributes to sustainable sanitation solutions, including autonomous plumbing systems and urine-derived fertilizer safety assessments . Selected collaborations include work with Lutgarde Raskin , Nancy Love , and Marisa Eisenberg on interdisciplinary environmental health projects. She has published extensively in journals like Environmental Science & Technology , PLOS Water , and Msphere .

Denise Skonbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Seafood Processing
• Aquatic Resource Sustainability
• Value-Added Product Development
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Denise Skonberg serves as a Cooperating Professor of Marine Sciences at the University of Maine's School of Marine Sciences, where she advances sustainable seafood practices through food science innovation. Based at 104 Hitchner Hall in Orono, Maine, her work bridges academic research and industry applications to optimize aquatic resource utilization. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Food Science from the University of Washington (1997) Dr. Skonberg's research program targets economic and environmental sustainability in the seafood sector through waste reduction and value creation. She leads projects isolating bioactive compounds from invasive green crab and crustacean by-products, develops minimal processing techniques (sous vide and high pressure processing) for shelf-stable seafood, and creates novel products from farm-raised seaweed. Her approach integrates food chemistry, microbiology, and product development to enhance seafood quality while addressing resource conservation challenges. Analysis of her 2012-2016 publications reveals consistent focus on seafood processing innovation, particularly high pressure and ozone technologies for safety/quality enhancement in abalone and salmon. Her work extends to functional food development through fish oil fortification in nutrition bars and dairy products, demonstrating interdisciplinary application of food science principles to marine resource challenges. Dr. Skonberg teaches core food science courses including FSN 396 (Field Experience), FSN 425 (Contemporary Issues in the Food Industry), FSN 440 (Utilization of Aquatic Food Products), FSN 450 (Food Biotechnology), FSN 482/483 (Food Chemistry and Laboratory), and FSN 520 (Food Product Development). Her academic supervision spans undergraduate field experiences and graduate-level product development projects, though specific student names and grant details are not documented in the source material.

Alix Ashareمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Lung Immunology
• Macrophage Biology
• Inflammatory Lung Diseases
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Alix Ashare serves as Associate Professor of Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology at the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College. Her primary appointment is in the Department of Pulmonary with laboratory space in Borwell Hall. She maintains active clinical connections through Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center as evidenced by her hitchcock.org email address. Dr. Ashare's research program centers on lung macrophage biology in inflammatory conditions. Her laboratory investigates regional heterogeneity of lung inflammation in patients with cystic fibrosis, asthma, and COPD, with particular focus on how hypoxia impacts macrophage gene expression and function. Current work examines the relationship between impaired lipid homeostasis in lung macrophages and viral immunity in e-cigarette users, as well as mechanisms underlying non-resolving inflammation in CF patients. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on cystic fibrosis pathophysiology, with significant attention to macrophage function, bacterial interactions (particularly Pseudomonas aeruginosa), and organ crosstalk (notably the lung-kidney axis). Her work spans basic science investigations of cellular mechanisms through translational studies with direct clinical implications. Dr. Ashare leads the Ashare Lung Biology and Epigenetics Lab with a multidisciplinary team comprising graduate students, clinical research assistants, senior research fellows, and lab managers. Her laboratory maintains both Discovery Science and Clinical Research teams working collaboratively on projects spanning from bench research to patient-oriented studies. Current lab members include Haley Hazlett (PEMM Graduate Student), Molly Williams (Clinical Research Assistant), Dan Aridgides (Senior Research Fellow), Diane Mellinger (Lab Manager), and Sophia Shomento (Undergraduate Research Assistant).

Ignacio Rangelمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Gut Microbiota
• Microbial Ecology
• Probiotics
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Ignacio Rangel is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Medical Sciences, School of Medical Sciences, Örebro University. His research focuses on microbial ecology in health and disease, specifically investigating gut microbiota interactions in gastrointestinal conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). He works within the Life Science Centre and Responsive Nutrition Research Centre environments. Research Interests: Mechanisms of probiotics (traditional and next-generation), functional roles of gut microbiota, diet-microbe interactions, inflammation modulation, and gut-brain axis dynamics. Funding: Supported by Lantmännen, Knowledge Foundation, Valio, and Örebro University. Collaborations: Active in inflammatory bowel disease research, cognitive medicine biomarkers, and nutrition-gut-brain axis teams. Recent Research Trends: 2025 publications examine Pleurotus eryngii fermentation effects on intestinal barrier integrity. Earlier works explore chicory root microbiota modulation (2024), Akkermansia muciniphila's therapeutic potential (2022), and butyrate's neuroprotective roles (2021).

• Entomology
• Biological Control
• Invasive Species Management
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Ronald D. Cave is a Professor in the Department of Entomology and Nematology at the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), serving as Center Director at the UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center in Fort Pierce, Florida. His research focuses on biological control of invasive species, taxonomy of Coleoptera, and arachnological studies of agricultural predators. Key affiliations: UF/IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center Research areas: Invasive pest management, host-parasitoid dynamics, and ecological impact of arthropods Dr. Cave's recent publications examine: Asian chestnut gall wasp ( Dryocosmus kuriphilus ) invasion risks and biological control using Torymus sinensis Morphological taxonomy and life cycle of Hercules beetles ( Dynastes hercules ) Quarantine facility design for containment of exotic biological control agents Predatory role of striped lynx spiders ( Oxyopes salticus ) in agroecosystems His work emphasizes classical biological control strategies for invasive pests, with field studies on parasitoid specificity and ecological impacts of introduced species. While not explicitly mentioning scientific awards, his collaborative research demonstrates focus on sustainable pest management solutions.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Nanotechnology
• Stem Cell Research
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Catherine C Berry is a Lecturer in Molecular Biosciences at the University of Glasgow, focusing on nanoparticle-cell interactions for biomedical applications. Her work spans magnetic and gold nanoparticle delivery systems, 3D cell culture modeling, and manipulation of stem cell behavior. Research areas include: Magnetic nanoparticles for enhanced cell transfection and niche modeling Gold nanoparticles for siRNA delivery and photothermal therapy 3D tissue-engineered models of bone marrow and cancer dormancy Stem cell differentiation via microRNA inhibition Blood-brain barrier transport studies Article trends show consistent focus on nanoparticle functionalization (2004-2023), 3D cell culture systems (2007-2023), and stem cell manipulation (2009-2023), with recent emphasis on cancer dormancy (2018-2023) and leukaemic stem cell modeling (2023). Scientific awards: Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship (2006-2010) Grants include EPSRC funding for bone marrow niche engineering (2025-2031), NC3Rs grants for 3D disease modeling, and BBSRC projects on pathogen interactions. She supervises multiple PhD students and co-developed 3D multiwell plate platforms for stem cell research.

Marta Shocketمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Infectious Disease Transmission
• Ecology of Infectious Diseases
• Environmental Factors in Disease
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Marta Shocket serves as a Lecturer in Ecology within the Lancaster Environment Centre at Lancaster University, with additional affiliations at the Data Science Institute and Centre of Excellence in Environmental Data Science. Her research program investigates environmental drivers of infectious disease transmission, specializing in temperature effects on pathogen dynamics in invertebrate host systems through integrated field, laboratory, and mathematical approaches. Dr. Shocket's work centers on ecological epidemiology with emphasis on vector-borne diseases including malaria, dengue, and West Nile virus. She examines thermal constraints on transmission, host-pathogen coevolution under climate change, and cross-scale mechanisms linking organism physiology to epidemic patterns. Current projects include fungal pathogen research in insect hosts, for which she is recruiting a PhD student starting autumn 2024. Analysis of her publication record (2015-2025) reveals consistent contributions to climate-disease modeling, particularly demonstrating how mean daily temperatures better predict malaria transmission limits than hourly summation, and how thermal acclimation influences host-pathogen interactions. Her research increasingly incorporates fluctuating temperature regimes and ecological complexity to refine transmission forecasts. Dr. Shocket actively seeks PhD candidates for fungal pathogen research while contributing to the Centre of Excellence in Environmental Data Science's Ecology and Conservation group. Her work bridges ecological theory, data science, and public health applications through interdisciplinary collaboration at Lancaster University.

Matthew A. Mulveyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bacterial Pathogenesis
• Innate Immunity
• Antibiotic Resistance
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Matthew A. Mulvey is a Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Utah, where he leads the Mulvey Laboratory within the Molecular Biology Program. His work integrates microbiology, genetics, cell biology, and bioinformatics to understand how pathogenic E. coli strains colonize hosts, evade immune responses, and develop antibiotic resistance. Education: B.S. in Biological Sciences – University of Texas, Austin Ph.D. – University of Texas, Austin Research Interests: Dr. Mulvey’s laboratory focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying bacterial pathogenesis, with a particular emphasis on Extraintestinal Pathogenic Escherichia coli (ExPEC). His team investigates how genetic diversity and environmental pressures shape virulence, using zebrafish, mouse, and cell culture models. Key areas include urinary tract infections, sepsis, antibiotic resistance, and the role of the microbiota in disease outcomes. His lab employs cutting-edge techniques such as high-throughput screening, advanced microscopy, genomics, and bioinformatics to dissect host-pathogen interactions. They also collaborate closely with clinicians to translate findings into therapeutic strategies. Scientific Publications Overview: Mulvey’s recent publications span a broad range of topics including antibiotic resistance gene networks, plant-derived antimicrobials, bacterial adhesion mechanisms, and the use of zebrafish as infection models. His work consistently bridges basic science with translational applications, addressing urgent challenges in infectious disease management. Teaching & Mentorship: Dr. Mulvey teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including BIOL 2020: Principles of Cell Biology , BIOL 5210: Cell Structure and Function , and DENT 7135: Host and Defense, Bacterial Pathogenesis . His lab is actively involved in training the next generation of scientists. Laboratory & Collaborations: The Mulvey Lab is part of the University of Utah’s robust bioscience research community. It collaborates with bioinformaticians, clinicians, and core facilities to advance understanding of bacterial pathogenesis and develop novel therapeutic interventions.

• Gap Junctions
• Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Dysplasia
• Cardiac Arrhythmia Management

Joseph Palatinus is a physician-scientist affiliated with the Department of Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Medicine. His clinical expertise includes board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Critical Care Medicine, and Adult Comprehensive Echocardiography. His research bridges molecular cardiology and translational medicine. Education: PhD from Medical University of South Carolina, MD from Medical University of South Carolina-College of Medicine, BS from Davidson College. Research focuses on: Gap Junctions and their role in cardiac electrical coupling Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Dysplasia (ARVD) pathogenesis Cardiac Arrhythmia Management through molecular interventions Recent publications highlight trends in: Developing gene therapies (e.g., AAV9-cBIN1, GJA1-20k) for ischemic and arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathies Investigating Connexin43 isoforms and actin dynamics in cardiac tissue Translational models bridging canine physiology and human heart failure Immune dysregulation mechanisms in critical care settings like COVID-19

• Antimicrobial peptides
• Marine bioprospecting
• Drug resistance mechanisms
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Hymonti Dey is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian Fisheries College, part of UiT The Arctic University of Norway . Her research focuses on marine-derived antimicrobial peptides , novel heterocyclic antibiotic scaffolds , and mechanisms of bacterial resistance and biofilm formation . She has published extensively in biochemical and pharmaceutical journals, with recent work appearing in Journal of Peptide Science and Frontiers in Microbiology . Her research spans: Design and optimization of marine peptide analogues Hydantoin and barbiturate-based antimicrobial development Combination therapies for enhanced antibiotic efficacy Investigating bacterial resistance mechanisms Current trends in her publications emphasize membranolytic properties , structure-activity relationships , and applications against drug-resistant pathogens . Dey collaborates extensively with researchers like Tor Haug and Hans-Matti Blencke on projects related to marine bioprospecting. She is affiliated with the Marine Bioprospecting research group and contributes to advancing antimicrobial solutions through natural product-inspired design.

• Cancer Therapy
• Cancer Cell Biology
• Epigenetics
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Sudhakar Jha is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physiological Sciences at Oklahoma State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. He also serves as a Visiting Principal Investigator at the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore since October 2021. His research focuses on epigenetic mechanisms in cancer development, particularly examining chromatin-remodeling complexes and their role in tumorigenesis. Dr. Jha earned his Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi, India (2000-2003), followed by postdoctoral training as a Research Fellow (2003-2006) and Research Associate (2006-2021) at the University of Virginia's Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics. Prior to joining Oklahoma State University, he held positions as Junior Principal Investigator (2011-2015) and Principal Investigator (2016-2021) at the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore. Dr. Jha's research primarily investigates how chromatin organization malfunctions lead to cancer development through down-regulation of tumor suppressors and expression of oncogenes. His work focuses on chromatin-remodeling complexes that create epigenetic codes influencing active or repressed chromatin states. His laboratory explores the regulation of these complexes, with particular emphasis on TIP60 and other epigenetic regulators in various cancer types including colorectal cancer, liver cancer, and leukemia. His research has significant implications for developing novel epigenetic therapies targeting cancer stem cells and treatment resistance. Analysis of Dr. Jha's recent publications reveals a strong focus on epigenetic mechanisms in cancer, particularly examining histone modifications, chromatin remodeling, and transcriptional regulation. His work spans multiple cancer types with emphasis on colorectal cancer, liver cancer, and hematological malignancies. A notable theme is the investigation of TIP60 and its interactions with other epigenetic regulators in cancer stemness and metastasis. His research increasingly incorporates advanced techniques including 3D culture models, spatial biology, and functional enhancer profiling to understand cancer heterogeneity. OSHE Safety Award from National University of Singapore, Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (2021) Dr. Jha actively mentors graduate students through PhD Research and Dissertation courses and the Niblack Research Scholars program at Oklahoma State University. He has secured substantial funding from diverse sources including the National Institutes of Health, Oklahoma Center for Adult Stem Cell Research, and Singaporean research councils. His grants focus on epigenetic mechanisms in cancer, chromatin organization, TERT promoter mutations, and therapeutic targeting of epigenetic regulators. Dr. Jha's research program represents a multidisciplinary approach integrating molecular biology, epigenetics, and cancer therapeutics. Dr. Jha maintains active research collaborations between Oklahoma State University and the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore. His laboratory investigates the molecular mechanisms of epigenetic regulators in cancer development and progression, with particular focus on chromatin-remodeling complexes. The research environment fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between cancer biologists, epigeneticists, and clinicians to translate basic discoveries into potential therapeutic approaches for various cancer types.

• Polar Ecosystems
• Climate Change Impacts
• Evolution and Biodiversity
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Pete Convey is a Terrestrial Ecologist and Individual Merit senior research scientist (NERC Band 3) at the British Antarctic Survey (BAS), where he works within the core 'Ecosystems' and 'Environmental Change and Evolution' Programmes. He maintains significant academic affiliations as an Honorary Lecturer at the University of Birmingham since 2000, Guest Lecturer at UNIS (Svalbard), and Visiting Professor at the National Antarctic Research Centre, University of Malaya. Internationally, he serves as Chair of the SCAR Development Council and previously co-chaired the SCAR Science Research Programme 'Evolution and Biodiversity in Antarctica' (2006-2013). His research spans polar ecosystem responses to climate change, evolution of polar biota, biogeography of terrestrial invertebrates and microbes, paleobiogeographical reconstruction, and human impacts on polar environments. With over 250 publications (H-index 36), his work integrates biological and physical disciplines to address fundamental questions about polar systems as models for global environmental change. He has supervised 9 completed PhD students and currently mentors 10 PhD/Master's students. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong emphasis on climate-driven ecological shifts (47%), invasive species dynamics (20%), biogeochemical processes (13%), and methodological innovations in biodiversity assessment (20%). Key trends include increasing focus on molecular techniques, cross-continental comparisons, and the erosion of traditional biogeographic barriers due to anthropogenic warming. UK Polar Medal (2007) Erskine Fellowship (University of Canterbury, 2013-2014) Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society Chartered Biologist status Membership of the Society for Biology Editorial roles for Global Change Biology, BMC Ecology, and Polar Science Convey has examined 16 PhD and 4 Master's theses while serving on international steering committees for major SCAR conferences. His research collaborations span 25+ countries, with significant projects funded through NERC, EU frameworks, and international polar programs. He actively participates in STEM outreach as a STEM Ambassador.

Timothy Milesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Small fruit pathology
• Hop pathology
• Post-harvest diseases
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Dr. Timothy Miles is an Associate Professor in the Genetics & Genome Sciences Program and Molecular Plant Sciences Program at Michigan State University (MSU). His research focuses on small fruit and hop pathology, post-harvest diseases of specialty crops, fungicide resistance mechanisms, and molecular pathogen detection techniques. Key research areas include: Development of molecular diagnostic tools for plant pathogens Investigation of fungicide resistance in Botrytis and Plasmopara species Genomic analysis of Bretziella fagacearum and Diaporthe humulicola Understanding microbial communities in blueberry and hop crops Improving postharvest disease management strategies Recent publications demonstrate expertise in qPCR/RPA assay development, pathogen genome characterization, and fungicide resistance profiling across multiple crops. He contributes to both fundamental research and applied agricultural solutions through diagnostic tool validation and field-based studies.

• Medical Entomology
• Mosquito Ecology
• Vector Biology
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Dr. Theodore Andreadis is a Clinical Professor at the Yale School of Public Health in the Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases department. He also holds an Adjunct Professor appointment at the University of Connecticut's Department of Pathobiology. As Director of The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station and Head of the Center for Vector Biology & Zoonotic Diseases , he leads comprehensive research programs on mosquito-borne diseases and vector ecology. Education : PhD in Insect Pathology, University of Florida (1978) MS in Medical Entomology, University of Massachusetts (1975) BS in Wildlife & Fisheries Biology, University of Massachusetts (1972) Dr. Andreadis's research focuses on mosquito ecology , microbial vector control , and epidemiology of mosquito-borne diseases . His work spans arbovirus transmission dynamics , vector surveillance systems , and environmental drivers of vector-borne diseases , with a strong emphasis on public health applications and zoonotic disease prevention . His publication record includes over 195 scientific articles , with recent work analyzing mosquito feeding behavior , vector control program effectiveness , and environmental determinants of vector distribution . Collaborations include researchers at Yale, University of Florida, and public health agencies, with key contributions to West Nile Virus , Eastern Equine Encephalitis , and La Crosse Virus epidemiology.

• Community Ecology
• Invasive Species Biology
• Plant-Soil Interactions
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Jean Burns is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Case Western Reserve University (College of Arts and Sciences). Her research focuses on integrating phylogenetic history, dispersal ecology, and population demography to understand species distributions and community assembly mechanisms, particularly using invasive species as model systems. Studies plant-soil-microbe interactions across Rhododendron species Investigates climate change impacts on plant demography Develops ecological restoration protocols Employs field experiments, greenhouse studies, and computational modeling Her lab actively engages in collaborative research with public gardens and maintains a global focus on plant invasion dynamics. Contact: jbm122@case.edu | DeGrace Hall, Room 307 | Burns Ecology Lab