Edith Heard is a leading researcher in epigenetics, currently serving as Professor at the Collège de France since 2012. She directs the Epigenetics and Cellular Memory chair, focusing on X chromosome inactivation, nuclear organization, and epigenetic mechanisms in development and disease. Born in London (1965) Trained at Cambridge University Doctorate at Imperial Cancer Research Fund Joined Institut Pasteur (1990) Heads Genetics and Developmental Biology Unit at Institut Curie Executive Director of EMBL since 2019 Her research explores X chromosome inactivation in mammals, uncovering its evolutionary variability and role in disease. She investigates epigenetic processes in cancer, immune disorders, and neurological conditions, linking chromatin dynamics to cellular memory and phenotypic diversity. Her work on topological domains (TADs) has reshaped understanding of genome organization. Key recent lectures include topics like X-linked autoimmune diseases , environmental epigenetics , and monoallelic gene expression . Her findings bridge developmental biology, evolutionary adaptation, and disease susceptibility. CNRS Gold Medal (2024) ERC Advanced Investigator Award (2010) Inserm Grand Prix (2017) EMBO member since 2005 She organizes annual symposia and public lectures on epigenetic mechanisms, emphasizing their implications for female biology and therapeutic potential in cancer and genetic diseases.
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Dr. Isabelle Cloez-Tayarani is a faculty member at the Institut Pasteur in Paris, France. She serves as a Lecturer in the Development and Plasticity of the Nervous System course, a five-week intensive program combining laboratory and lecture formats for advanced graduate and PhD students. Institutional affiliation: Institut Pasteur Academic role: Lecturer Her research focuses on neuroscience and neurodevelopmental disorders , particularly using human-induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to model autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Key areas include: Investigation of SHANK3 mutations and their impact on cortical neuron spinogenesis Analysis of Contactin gene variants (CNTN5/CNTN6) associated with auditory hypersensitivity in ASD Study of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (α7 and α4β2 subtypes) in memory and addiction mechanisms Her recent publications emphasize neurodevelopmental modeling through human-mouse chimeric systems and in utero transplantation techniques. While she has not been explicitly mentioned as receiving awards in the provided texts, her work spans topics including: Neuronal connectivity and synaptic plasticity Neuroimmune interactions in inflammatory conditions Receptor dynamics in neurodegenerative contexts Dr. Cloez-Tayarani's research frequently involves collaborations with investigators like Thomas Bourgeron (genetics of ASD) and Uwe Maskos (nicotinic receptor signaling), and she has contributed to understanding how environmental factors and genetic mutations interact in neurodevelopmental pathology.
Mickaël Ménager is the team leader (chef d'équipe) of the SCInflaNet: Single-Cell Inflammatory Responses and multi-OMICs Networks research group at the Imagine Institute. His work focuses on understanding inflammatory diseases and HIV-1 pathogenesis through cutting-edge single-cell transcriptomics, network inference, and computational biology. His research integrates genomic, proteomic, and cellular approaches to dissect mechanisms of autoinflammatory diseases like Aicardi-Goutières Syndrome (AGS) and HIV-DC interactions. Research Interests: Ménager’s lab investigates: 1) regulatory networks driving type I IFN dysregulation in autoinflammatory diseases, and 2) HIV-1 sensing, transfer to T-cells, and host immune responses. Key projects include: Single-cell network analysis to identify molecular drivers of IFN overproduction in AGS Actin dynamics and HIV transfer mechanisms in dendritic cells (DCs) Computational modeling of transcriptional networks using tools like the Inferelator Collaborations & Tools: Collaborates with Richard Bonneau’s lab (Simons Foundation) to develop dynamic gene regulatory networks. Uses bulk RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and shRNA screens to study DC maturation, HIV endocytosis, and actin nucleation pathways. His team pioneered insights into TSPAN7’s role in HIV transfer and RARA’s regulation of DC activation. Labs & Teams: Leads SCInflaNet within the Imagine Institute, a premier center for genetic disease research. Active in multi-omic platforms and translational medicine, with a focus on developing therapies to replace immunosuppressive treatments in autoinflammatory disorders.
- Immunology
- Virology
- Transcriptomics
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Mitchel-Pierre FAUCON is an Associate Professor and Director of Research in Plant Ecology and Agroecology at UniLaSalle, based at the Beauvais campus. He holds dual roles in research and teaching within the Agricultural and Animal Sciences department. His research focuses on functional ecology of soil-plant interactions in herbaceous and agroecosystems, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches combining ecology, soil science, and agronomy. Key areas include agroecological innovation through functional trait analysis, phosphorus cycling dynamics, and ecosystem service optimization. Recent work explores transdisciplinary collaboration involving academic and non-academic stakeholders to develop sustainable agroecological solutions. Dr. FAUCON has authored over 70 peer-reviewed articles and serves as an editor for Plant and Soil , while reviewing for leading ecology and agronomy journals. His academic partnerships include industry leaders like VIVESCIA, Michelin, and AGCO. He teaches courses on ecosystem functioning, agroecology, and biodiversity at UniLaSalle, including the Agroecology, Soils, Waters and Territories program he created (2010-2014). His work bridges fundamental and applied research, addressing challenges like soil compaction mitigation, phosphorus availability, and climate-smart agriculture. Current projects explore stress-gradient hypotheses, agrovoltaic systems, and the role of root exudates in contaminated soils. His research has been applied to soil reclamation in mining regions and eco-friendly fertilizer development using biochar and compost mixtures.
Gudrun Bornette is a Senior Research Scientist affiliated with the Chrono-environnement laboratory (UMR 6249 CNRS/UFC) at the University of Franche-Comté. Her research focuses on aquatic ecosystems, particularly wetland dynamics, microbial communities, and the interactions between vegetation and hydrogeomorphological processes. She has contributed to studies on flood impacts, pathogen persistence in wetlands, and the ecological consequences of human activities like eutrophication and dam construction. Her work integrates environmental science, ecology, and geosciences, addressing topics such as plant adaptation to hydrological stress, sediment dynamics, and biodiversity conservation. Key projects include investigations into cholera outbreaks linked to geological activity in East Africa and the role of microbial pathogens in freshwater systems. Dr. Bornette has supervised students like Heikel Balti and Clémence Kavira, and her research has been supported by institutions such as the Agence de l'Eau Rhône Méditerranée Corse and the GRAIE. Her studies often involve interdisciplinary collaborations, bridging ecology, geomorphology, and public health.
- Aquatic Ecology
- Wetland Ecosystems
- Hydrology
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Ben WARRENمشاهده پروفایل
دانشیار
Ben WARREN is an Associate Professor and Curator at the National Museum of Natural History (France). He holds an HDR qualification and has expertise in systematic biology, phylogeography, and conservation. His career includes roles at UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre, BirdLife International, and postdoctoral positions at institutions such as the University of Zurich, Reading University, and Tennessee University. He specializes in insular biogeography, focusing on processes shaping biodiversity and conservation strategies. Education: PhD on bird phylogeography in the western Indian Ocean (University of East Anglia, NHMUK, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute). Postdoc research spanned multiple taxa and islands, including La Réunion. Current research integrates genetics, biogeography, and oceanic islands to study extinction susceptibility, eco-evolutionary dynamics, and speciation processes in taxa like sea-lavenders (Limonium). Research interests emphasize biodiversity generation/elimination mechanisms, conservation applications, and island ecosystems. Collaborates with conservation decision-makers to translate findings into actionable strategies. Publications (selected): 15+ recent articles on topics including island bird diversity models, conservation genetics of endangered species, cricket taxonomy, and phylogenetic studies of island lineages. His work bridges basic science and practical conservation, leveraging museum specimens and genomic tools. Labs/Teams: Leads the Systematics, Phylogeography, Evolution, Conservation (SPEC) research group at MNHN. Active in global biodiversity initiatives and museum-based research networks.
David Bruno is a Professor at the University of Burgundy, affiliated with the SAMBA research team. His work focuses on natural products discovery, metabolomics, and biodiversity conservation, with significant contributions to structural novelty identification in plant extracts and chemotaxonomic digitization. He leads initiatives like the INVENTA workflow and plantMASST community-driven projects. His research integrates computational frameworks with experimental data to address global challenges such as deep-sea mining policy, antimicrobial resistance, and pandemic emergence. Bruno has authored over 50 publications, emphasizing open science and collaborative research. He serves as a key figure in the SAMBA group, driving advancements in biogeosciences and marine biology. Research interests include chemical ecology of marine organisms, metabolomic profiling of plant biodiversity, and policy frameworks for genetic resource access (ABS). His work spans drug discovery (e.g., antiparasitics, anti-mycobacterial agents) and environmental policy, with a focus on Antarctic marine biodiversity and climate change impacts. Bruno’s interdisciplinary approach bridges chemistry, ecology, and computational biology to advance sustainable solutions. Notable contributions include the development of analytical tools for metabolite annotation, species distribution modeling in sub-Antarctic ecosystems, and leadership in international collaborations like the vERSO project. His lab’s infrastructure supports large-scale metabolomic studies and open-access data repositories.
Rigaud Thierry is a Professor and Research Director (Directeur de Recherche) at the CNRS (Laboratoire Biogéosciences, UMR 6282) at the Université de Bourgogne in Dijon, France. His academic career includes positions at the University of Poitiers and University of Burgundy, with a Habilitation à Diriger les Recherches (HDR) from the University of Poitiers (1999). He leads the 'Équipe éco évo' (Eco-Evo Team), focusing on evolutionary ecology and host-parasite interactions. Education: PhD in Population Biology (Université de Tours, 1991) DEA (MSc) in Population Biology & Eco-Ethology (Université de Tours, 1988) Graduate Studies (Université de Poitiers, 1987) Research Interests: Evolutionary ecology of host-parasite interactions Manipulation of host sex ratios by vertically transmitted parasites (e.g., Wolbachia, microsporidia) Behavioral manipulation by acanthocephalan parasites in crustacean hosts Conflict dynamics between coexisting manipulative parasites Impact of biological invasions on host-parasite relationships Symbiotic relationships in Antarctic sea urchins and their ectosymbionts Immunosenescence and growth rate effects in Tenebrio molitor Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles focusing on parasite-host interactions, evolutionary ecology, and molecular parasitology. Key themes include host manipulation, sex ratio distortion, and the evolutionary consequences of biological invasions. Recent work explores senescence mechanisms in insects and the genomic basis of host-parasite coevolution. Labs/Teams: Laboratoire Biogéosciences (CNRS/Université de Bourgogne), leading the 'Eco/Evo Team' studying eco-evolutionary dynamics. Collaborates internationally on projects involving microsporidia, acanthocephalans, and insect immunity.
Marie Sémon is a Professor of Biology at École Normale Supérieure de Lyon , leading the Comparative and Integrative Genomics of Organ Development (CIGOGNE) team at the Laboratory of Biology and Modelling of Cell (LBMC) . Her research focuses on molecular evolution, genome organization, and developmental processes, particularly in rodents. As Department Head, she drives educational initiatives and public engagement to promote science accessibility and combat gender bias in STEM. She holds a PhD from Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 (2007) and was recruited to ENS de Lyon the same year. Key achievements include a ERC Consolidator Grant (2022) for her PLEIOTROPY project studying pleiotropy's role in evolutionary adaptation and an IUF Junior Membership (2018) . Her work bridges developmental biology, genomics, and evolutionary processes, with a focus on teeth morphology and genomic adaptation in xeric environments. Education: PhD in Biology, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1 Awards: IUF Membership (2018), ERC Consolidator (2022) Leadership: Co-leads CIGOGNE team, directs Biology Department at ENS Lyon Public Engagement: 'Stepping into a researcher’s shoes' initiative to foster science literacy Her research integrates transcriptomic and genomic data to explore how developmental processes shape evolutionary innovations. Recent work highlights pleiotropy’s accelerating role in phenotypic and genomic evolution in rodent dentition. She collaborates internationally on projects like the Parhyale genome sequencing and comparative studies of avian reproductive systems.
Dennis Kätzelمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار
Dennis Kätzel is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Applied Physiology, University of Ulm, where he has been employed since December 2015. His research bridges neuroscience and psychiatry, focusing on the neural circuitry of schizophrenia and cognitive dysfunction using advanced techniques such as optogenetics, chemogenetics, and electrophysiology in rodent models. His research interests include: Neural mechanisms of schizophrenia, particularly ventral hippocampal hyperactivity and NMDA receptor hypofunction Role of GABAergic interneurons in cortical circuit formation and plasticity Hippocampal-prefrontal connectivity in working memory and attention Development and application of open-source tools for behavioral and physiological experiments His recent publications reveal a strong focus on causal manipulation of neural circuits to model psychiatric endophenotypes and validate novel therapeutic strategies. He contributes to both experimental neuroscience and methodological innovation, with work appearing in high-impact journals such as Nature Communications , PLoS Biology , and Translational Psychiatry . His 2023 and 2021 works on Open-MAC and pyControl highlight a commitment to open science and reproducibility. Dennis Kätzel actively contributes to the scientific community through peer review for journals including Nature Communications , Translational Psychiatry , and NPJ Schizophrenia . He has not listed any formal awards or students in the provided data, but his collaborative publication record suggests active mentorship and team science. His lab likely involves interdisciplinary research in neurophysiology, behavior, and molecular neuroscience, though specific lab or team names are not mentioned.
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
- Schizophrenia Research
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Stéphane Boyer is a Professor at the University of Tours, France, and the leader of the ANR-funded IMAgHO project. He holds a position at the UMR CNRS 7261 Research Institute on Insect Biology (IRBI) within the UFR of Sciences and Techniques. His research focuses on animal interactions in agricultural and natural environments, biodiversity conservation, and molecular ecology tools. Boyer leads major projects such as IMAgHO (enhancing agroecosystem multifunctionality), ARCCADIE (agroforestry and climate change impacts), and COBALT (biological control in agroforestry). He co-founded the peer-reviewed journal Rethinking Ecology and chairs the joint scientific committee for sections 67/68 at Tours University. His academic journey includes roles as Associate Professor at UNITEC (New Zealand), Senior Lecturer at UNITEC, and teaching positions at universities in New Zealand, Belgium, and France. He pioneered initiatives like the ENTOMOBLITZ participatory science event and the whitebait DNA diagnostic project. His work bridges ecological theory with practical applications, emphasizing molecular tools for biodiversity assessment and conservation. Key contributions include advancing DNA metabarcoding for pest detection, studying invasive species impacts, and promoting agroecological practices. Projects like INFOBIOS involve global forest biodiversity monitoring via environmental DNA (eDNA). Boyer’s outreach efforts include school-based conservation projects (e.g., Wētā Watchers) and workshops in the South Pacific. His research spans ecology, conservation biology, and molecular genetics, with a focus on translating scientific findings into actionable conservation strategies.
- Population biology
- Ecology
- Conservation biology
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Jérôme Duclercqمشاهده پروفایل
مدرس ارشد
Jérôme Duclercq is a Senior Lecturer HDR at the University of Picardy Jules Verne, specializing in functional genetics, metagenomics, and transcriptional regulation of plant root systems under environmental stress. His research examines phytohormonal control, soil-plant-microbe interactions, and microbial biodiversity for sustainable agriculture, with significant focus on Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) like Sphingomonas . He teaches molecular biology, genetics, plant physiology, and microbial biodiversity while leading multiple funded research projects. Education: Doctor of Cellular and Molecular Biology Dr. Duclercq's research centers on plant responses to biotic/abiotic stresses through functional genetics and metagenomics, particularly investigating Sphingomonas species as biostimulants for crop resilience. His work integrates phytohormone signaling, root system development, and soil microbial communities to develop sustainable agricultural solutions. Key methodologies include qPCR, DGGE, and metagenomic analysis of soil ecosystems under contamination or stress conditions. His publication trends (2018-2023) reveal concentrated expertise in plant-microbe symbiosis, especially Sphingomonas sediminicola 's role in root nodule formation and growth enhancement in pea crops. Research spans soil remediation in trace-element polluted environments, microbial community dynamics under agricultural practices, and molecular mechanisms of plant-pathogen interactions, consistently targeting practical applications for sustainable farming systems. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in source material Dr. Duclercq actively supervises doctoral research with diverse funding mechanisms: Audrey Bertrand's Roquette-funded thesis on agri-food by-product biostimulation (100% private), Audrey Pecourt's regional-scale microbial bio-inputs project (50% ERDF/50% AgroStation), and previous work with Mazoyon and Alahmad on soil microbial communities. Current projects include ROSTIM (2023-2026), INITIATED (2023-2026), and 3C2B (2023-2024), emphasizing translational research for agricultural innovation. He collaborates with University of Reims Champagne Ardenne (EA 3795 GEGENAA), Vienna Institute of Science and Technology (E. Benkova), and University of Krakow (E. Dubas), utilizing molecular tools to study soil-plant-microbe interfaces. His laboratory focuses on phenotypic plasticity in plants, microbial community profiling, and developing molecular diagnostics for agricultural ecosystems.
- Plant Biology
- Functional Genetics
- Metagenomics
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Ruben Gonzalez Miguelezمشاهده پروفایل
پژوهشگر ارشد
Dr. Rubén González Miguelez is a postdoctoral researcher at the Viruses and RNAi Unit , Institut Pasteur (Paris, France). His scientific journey spans institutions including I2SysBio (Valencia, Spain) and IBENS (Paris, France), with fellowships from EMBO and Pasteur-Roux-Cantarini programs. Education : PhD in Evolutionary Virology from I2SysBio under Santiago F. Elena (2017-2021) Research focuses on three pillars : Evolutionary dynamics of RNA viruses across host systems Microbiome-host-virus interaction networks Virus-induced physiological alterations (aging, developmental tradeoffs) Recent publications highlight Drosophila-virus aging models , C. elegans-microbiome-virus tripartite systems, and environmental stress-driven viral mutualism in plants. Funded by ESA, EMBO, and CNRS collaborations. Scientific Contributions 2025: First author on aging mechanisms in Drosophila 2024: Multiple high-impact studies on RNA virus evolution 2023: Conceptual frameworks for developmental stage-virus co-evolution Collaborations span Marie-Anne Félix (C. elegans immunity), Carla Saleh (Drosophila virology), and Santiago Elena (plant virus adaptation). Current work explores aging-virology intersections through the Pasteur-Roux-Cantarini Fellowship.
Dr. Amrutha Swaminathan is an Assistant Professor in the School of Biology at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Thiruvananthapuram, where she leads the Molecular Neurodevelopment Lab. Her research focuses on understanding how developmental processes impact behavioral tendencies later in life using zebrafish models, which undergo external fertilization and development allowing detailed analysis of neurodevelopmental processes. Dr. Swaminathan's educational background includes: PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research, Bangalore (2010-2016) M.Sc from Madurai Kamaraj University (2008-2010) B.Sc from SIES College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai University (2005-2008) Her research program explores two major directions: understanding the role of immune factors in stress-responsive behavior across the lifespan, and investigating how mutations in epigenetic factors lead to epilepsies and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Her laboratory uniquely combines behavioral analysis with molecular approaches to uncover fundamental principles of how developmental processes shape behavior. The lab utilizes zebrafish to study complex behaviors from early life stages, providing insights into human conditions like epilepsy that have traditionally been studied only in adult mammals. Dr. Swaminathan's publication record demonstrates an evolution from molecular epigenetics toward integrative neurobehavioral research, with recent work increasingly incorporating machine learning approaches to analyze complex behavioral data. This interdisciplinary trajectory bridges molecular biology, neuroscience, computational methods, and developmental disorders research. Her scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous prestigious fellowships: Dean of Faculty post-doctoral fellowship (2018-2020) Fonds de recherché du Quebec-Sante (FRQS) post-doctoral fellowship (2017) Rhone-Alpes exchange fellowship (2013) Charpak exchange fellowship (2012) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research fellowship (2010-2015) Dr. Swaminathan has presented her research internationally including at the International zebrafish neural circuits and behaviour seminar series (2022), KNOW RNA Research Centre in Poznan, Poland (2022), and delivered an invited TED-style talk at the International day of Women in Science conference (2022). She actively mentors students in her Molecular Neurodevelopment Lab at IISER Thiruvananthapuram.
Dr. Ullasa Kodandaramaiah is a Professor at the School of Biology, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER-TVM). He leads the Vanasiri Evolutionary Ecology Lab , focusing on evolutionary processes shaping biodiversity through multidisciplinary approaches involving butterflies, plants, and reptiles. PhD in Phylogenetics/Biogeography from Stockholm University Postdoctoral research at Stockholm University and Cambridge University Research interests include: Prey-predator interactions: Evolution of anti-predatory color patterns and behaviors Insect-plant coevolution: Mechanisms driving diversification in herbivorous insects Phenotypic plasticity: Environmental adaptation in butterfly coloration Life-history traits: Tradeoffs between offspring size and number Molecular ecology: Phylogenetics and population genetics across species Publications reveal strong focus on evolutionary tradeoffs, genetic controls over reproduction, and environmental adaptation mechanisms. Key findings include: Convergent reproductive strategies between plants and animals Maternal vs zygotic gene conflicts in offspring size optimization Environmental impacts on phenotypic plasticity and resource allocation Scientific contributions include: EMPSEB30 Best Talk Award recipient Associate Editor for Evolutionary Journal of the Linnean Society Fellow of Indian Academy of Sciences The lab employs: Field and laboratory experiments Phylogenetic and population genetic analyses Comparative methods and simulations Research on Impatiens lawii plant diversification in Western Ghats Studies on shieldtail snakes (Uropeltidae) phylogenetics
- Evolutionary Biology
- Ecology
- Phylogenetics
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