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Panagiotis Karanisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Parasitology
• Medical Anatomy
• Waterborne Diseases
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Panagiotis Karanis is a Professor of Anatomy and Coordinator of the Unit of Anatomy and Morphology at the University of Nicosia Medical School. He holds a PhD in Parasitology from Bonn University and a Habilitation in Parasitology from the Medical Faculty of Bonn University. His career includes former roles as Professor and Principal Investigator at institutions in Germany, Japan, and China, including leading the Center for Biomedicine and Infectious Diseases at Qinghai University. Affiliations: University of Nicosia Medical School (current), Bonn University, Cologne University, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Qinghai University Educational Background: PhD in Parasitology (Bonn University), Habilitation in Clinical Theoretical Medicine (Bonn University) His research focuses on waterborne, foodborne, and vector-borne diseases , emphasizing diagnostic method development, epidemiology, and the 'One World – One Health' framework. Key areas include parasitic infections (Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Acanthamoeba), antibiotic resistance, and environmental contamination pathways. He has authored over 160 Scopus-indexed articles with 9,354 citations (h-index 48), managed €10M+ in research funding, and been ranked in the top 2% of global scientists. Research Highlights: Investigates protozoan parasites in water systems, vegetables, and wildlife Develops molecular diagnostic tools for emerging pathogens Evaluates disinfection methods (chlorine, UV, microwave) for protozoan cysts Studies parasite prevalence in immunocompromised patients and livestock His recent articles address leptospirosis complications , Acanthamoeba viability in water , and antiparasitic plant extracts . Awards include Stanford University's Top 2% Scientists distinction. Grants & Collaborations: Over 60 projects funded across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Global partnerships include institutions in China, Egypt, Tunisia, and the Philippines. Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in parasitology, anatomy education, and One Health initiatives. Collaborates with clinicians, veterinarians, and environmental scientists.

• Mycology
• Fungal Ecology
• Forest Pathology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Ewald Langer serves as Head of the Department of Ecology at the Faculty of Biology, University of Kassel, Germany. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, he has established himself as a leading authority in mycology, fungal ecology, and forest pathology. His research focuses on wood-inhabiting fungi, particularly their taxonomy, ecological roles, and relationships with forest trees. Professor Langer's research interests encompass fungal biodiversity across diverse ecosystems, from European old-growth forests to tropical regions in Africa and South America. He specializes in the systematics of Hymenochaetales and related wood-decay fungi, employing both traditional morphological approaches and modern molecular techniques. A significant portion of his work addresses forest health issues, particularly emerging diseases affecting economically important tree species like European beech (Fagus sylvatica) and ash (Fraxinus excelsior). His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on fungal pathogenesis, with particular attention to ash dieback caused by Hymenoscyphus fraxineus and sooty bark disease (Cryptostroma corticale). Professor Langer's research integrates field studies with laboratory analyses, including next-generation sequencing for mycobiome characterization and geometric morphometrics for spore shape analysis to improve fungal identification. Professor Langer maintains an extensive international collaboration network, with co-authors from institutions across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. His work bridges fundamental taxonomic research with practical applications in forest management and conservation biology, contributing significantly to our understanding of forest ecosystem health and resilience in the face of emerging diseases and environmental change.

Paul Bremnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Molecular Authentication
• Chemical Authentication
• DNA Fingerprinting
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Paul Bremner is an Associate Professor in Teaching at the Leicester School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, De Montfort University. His work bridges molecular authentication of herbal medicines, natural product chemistry, and public health implications of herbal product use. Research Interests: His expertise lies in DNA fingerprinting and HPLC profiling of medicinal plant drugs, particularly in compliance with EU Directive 2004/24/EC. He investigates the identity and quality of herbal products sold on the open market and their impact on public health. Research Trends: His recent publications reveal a strong focus on DNA-based identification of medicinal plants (e.g., Hypericum ), isolation of bioactive natural products, and evaluation of their cytotoxic, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory effects. Techniques include PCR, HPLC, and cell-based assays. Scientific Awards & Recognition: Fellow of The Linnaean Society (since 2005) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (since 2008) Peer reviewer for the Journal of Ethnopharmacology (since 2008) Advising and Grants: He has supervised MSc and PhD students, including Dr. Caroline Howard. Externally funded projects include a £60,000 British Council DelPHE-Iraq initiative and a €30,000 consultancy with Schwabe Pharma. He also led an internal PhD scholarship on DNA-based authentication methods. Professional Engagement: He was a member (2008–2011) of expert committees at both the British Pharmacopeia and European Pharmacopeia, ensuring quality standards for herbal medicines. He has presented at international conferences in South Africa, India, Switzerland, and the UK, including plenary and poster presentations.

Richa Pandeyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Wearable biosensors
• Point of care technologies
• Biosensors
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richa Pandey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Calgary's Schulich School of Engineering. She serves as a Full Member of the Hotchkiss Brain Institute and is the Principal Investigator of the Wearable and Bio-integrated Technologies (WeBiT) Lab, where she also holds the UCalgary Research Excellence Chair position. Her work bridges biomedical engineering, digital health, and women's health applications. Dr. Pandey earned her Ph.D. in Physical Electronics from Tel Aviv University in 2018. Her educational background provides the foundation for her interdisciplinary research that combines electronics, biomaterials, and medical applications. Dr. Pandey's research focuses on developing innovative healthcare solutions with particular emphasis on women's health challenges including perinatal depression, preeclampsia, cervical cancer, and malaria in pregnancy. Her laboratory specializes in three interconnected research pillars: wearable biosensors for continuous health monitoring, point-of-care diagnostic technologies for decentralized testing, and bioreceptor discovery for enhanced detection systems. These technologies are designed to be accessible, particularly in low-resource settings, addressing significant health inequities through engineering solutions. Her work integrates biology, engineering, and digital health to create medical technologies that are both effective and user-friendly. Analysis of Dr. Pandey's recent publications reveals a strong focus on electrochemical and photoelectrochemical biosensing platforms, with particular emphasis on nucleic acid-based detection systems. Her research spans multiple application areas including infectious disease diagnostics (particularly for SARS-CoV-2), cancer biomarker detection, environmental monitoring, and neurotransmitter sensing. The consistent theme across her work is the development of rapid, sensitive, and field-deployable diagnostic technologies that minimize sample preparation requirements while maintaining high analytical performance. Marie Sklodowska Curie Fellowship, Marie Sklodowska Curie Association Excellence Award, Marian Gertner Institute for Medical Nanosystems Food Security Fellowship, Manna Center for Food Safety and Security Dr. Pandey actively mentors federally and provincially funded students and postdoctoral fellows in her laboratory. Her educational philosophy emphasizes hands-on learning and application of engineering principles to medical challenges. She participates in outreach initiatives that inspire underrepresented groups to pursue engineering careers. Her collaborative approach includes partnerships with clinicians, industry experts, and global health organizations to ensure her research translates into practical, impactful healthcare solutions. Dr. Pandey also teaches multiple courses including BMEN 388 Signals, Systems and Instrumentation I, BMEN 585 Guest Lecture on Point of Care Diagnostics, BMEN 600 Biomedical Engineering Foundations, and BMEN 468 Engineering Design for Biomedical Engineering. The Wearable and Bio-integrated Technologies (WeBiT) Lab serves as the hub for Dr. Pandey's research activities. The laboratory houses federally funded instruments and highly skilled personnel dedicated to developing cutting-edge medical devices. The lab's vision focuses on creating disruptive technologies to engineer health solutions through a multidisciplinary and translational approach. Current projects include Revolutionizing real-time health monitoring through wearable biosensors, Making diagnostics accessible through point-of-care technologies, and developing the foundation of smart sensing through bioreceptor discovery and design.

• Plant Genetics
• Genomics
• Plant Domestication
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Dr. Gabriella Sonnante is a Research Director at Italy's National Research Council (CNR), leading research programs at the Institute of Biosciences and Bioresources (IBBR) in Bari. With over 25 years at CNR, she has progressed from Researcher to Senior Researcher before assuming her current leadership role in 2021. She holds a Biology degree from the University of Bari and has conducted research internationally at institutions including UC Davis, John Innes Centre, and University of Frankfurt. Her research focuses on plant molecular evolution, domestication processes, and genetic resource characterization, utilizing molecular markers (SNP, SSR, AFLP), genomics, and transcriptomics. Key species in her studies include wheat, legumes, and globe artichoke, with emphasis on genes involved in polyphenol synthesis, nitrogen utilization, and abiotic stress responses. She manages the Cynara (artichoke) germplasm collection and studies genetic diversity conservation in agricultural systems. Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on crop genetics and genomics, with recent work emphasizing molecular characterization of traditional landraces, stress-responsive genes in wheat, and biodiversity conservation in Mediterranean crops. Research frequently integrates advanced techniques like NMR metabolomics, SNP genotyping, and whole-genome analysis. Dr. Sonnante serves on the PhD teaching faculty at the University of Bari (PhD program: 'Biodiversity, Agriculture and Environment') and represents CNR in the European Plant Science Organization. She leads multiple national and EU-funded projects including Agritech National Research Center (PNRR), BiodiverSO (Puglia region), and PON ALIFUN on functional foods.

• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Plant Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Monika Kriechbaum is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Integrative Nature Conservation Research, University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). Her work focuses on biodiversity conservation, plant-pollinator interactions, and sustainable land management. She has contributed extensively to studies on vineyard ecosystems, endangered species like Gentianella bohemica and Colchicum autumnale , and urban ecology projects. Her research integrates field ecology, molecular techniques (e.g., DNA metabarcoding), and spectroscopy (FT-IR) to analyze plant-animal interactions and inform conservation strategies. She collaborates across Europe on projects examining how agricultural practices affect biodiversity and ecosystem services. Recent publications highlight her expertise in applying FT-IR spectroscopy to wildlife diet analysis and evaluating the role of green infrastructure (e.g., vineyard margins, urban transport corridors) in supporting pollinators. Her work bridges ecological research with practical conservation measures. Community Services: Organizer of 'Beweidung von Trockenlebensräumen als Maßnahme in der Naturschutzpraxis' (2007)

• Arctic Ecology
• Wildlife Disease Ecology
• Ornithology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicolas Lecomte is a Professor in the Biology Department at the University of Moncton, with a research focus on Arctic and sub-Antarctic ecosystems, wildlife ecology, and disease dynamics. His work spans multiple international collaborations across polar regions, addressing critical questions about climate change impacts on northern ecosystems. Dr. Lecomte specializes in Arctic ecology with particular expertise in ornithology, wildlife disease dynamics, and climate change impacts on northern ecosystems. His research examines breeding phenology, population dynamics, and behavioral adaptations of Arctic species in response to environmental changes. He has developed innovative approaches combining field ecology with computational methods, including recent work harnessing artificial intelligence for ecological research. His most recent publications reveal a strong focus on Arctic shorebirds, mosquito-borne diseases in northern ecosystems, climate change impacts on breeding phenology, and innovative computational approaches to ecological research. The work spans multiple Arctic and sub-Antarctic locations, with particular attention to how changing environmental conditions affect species distributions, breeding success, and disease transmission patterns. As an active member of the scientific community, Lecomte serves as a peer reviewer for prestigious journals including Nature, Nature Geoscience, and PLoS Computational Biology, demonstrating his standing in multiple disciplinary areas from theoretical ecology to polar science.

Arne Thellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Lichenology
• Taxonomy
• Phylogenetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Arne Thell is an Associate Professor and Curator of cryptogams at Lund University, Department of Biology in Lund, Sweden. He is affiliated with Ingvar Kärnefelt's Lab and has an extensive publication record in lichenology, with over 130 publications that have garnered 57,501 reads and 3,233 citations according to ResearchGate metrics. Dr. Thell's research focuses on the systematics, taxonomy, and molecular phylogeny of lichens, particularly within families such as Teloschistaceae, Parmeliaceae, and other lichen-forming fungi. His expertise spans multiple continents, including comprehensive studies on European, Asian, South American, and Antarctic lichen flora. He has made significant contributions to understanding lichen biodiversity through the description of numerous new genera and species, and through rigorous taxonomic revisions using molecular approaches. His work demonstrates a strong emphasis on integrative taxonomy, skillfully combining morphological, chemical, and molecular data to resolve complex taxonomic uncertainties. Recent publications reveal his continued focus on the Teloschistaceae family, with particular attention to Xanthoria and related genera, as well as cetrarioid lichens. His research also encompasses biogeographic studies of lichen distribution and ecological investigations of lichen symbioses, providing valuable insights into symbiont selection and ecological preferences. Molecular phylogeny of lichen-forming fungi Taxonomic revisions using integrative approaches Biogeographic mapping of lichen species Studies on lichen symbiosis dynamics Documentation of regional lichen floras worldwide Dr. Thell maintains an extensive international collaborative network, working with researchers across multiple continents. His publications frequently feature collaborations with S.Y. Kondratyuk, Ingvar Kärnefelt, and other prominent lichenologists, reflecting the global nature of modern taxonomic research. As Curator of cryptogams at Lund University, he combines research excellence with collection management responsibilities, contributing significantly to the advancement of lichenological knowledge worldwide.

Tiziana Sgammaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• DNA Barcoding
• Medicinal Plants Authentication
• Plant Biotechnology
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Dr Tiziana Sgamma serves as Associate Professor/Reader in Molecular Biology within the School of Allied Health Sciences at De Montfort University, Leicester. A Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), she holds a PhD in Plant and Environmental Sciences from the University of Warwick following BSc/MSc studies in Biotechnology at Università degli Studi della Tuscia, Italy. Education Background: BSc/MSc in Biotechnology, Università degli Studi della Tuscia, Italy PhD in Plant and Environmental Sciences, University of Warwick, UK Research Focus: Her pioneering work centers on DNA barcoding for medicinal plant authentication, ensuring quality control in herbal medicine production through molecular identification techniques. She investigates secondary metabolite optimization in medicinal plants using biotechnological approaches while examining genotypic and environmental impacts on phytochemical profiles. Her expertise spans Real-Time PCR, gene regulation analysis, and plant tissue culture systems for phase transition studies. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2014-2017) reveal concentrated expertise in DNA barcoding applications for industrial quality assurance, particularly distinguishing medicinal plant species like Liriope and Ophiopogon . Her work bridges molecular diagnostics with pharmaceutical applications, featuring methodologies including HRM assays, NMR-metabolomics, and reference gene validation for plant expression studies. Scientific Recognition: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Supervision & Funding: Currently supervising PhD candidate Purvi Mali, she has secured significant research funding including Principal Investigator roles for HIF 2017/18 (£8,300) and VC2020 (£5,000) projects on DNA barcoding of National Plant Collections. Additional grants include HIF 2016/17 projects (£3,000 co-I; £14,500 co-I) addressing toxic weed contamination in herbal medicines and network development. Research Environment: As Principal Investigator for the VC2020-funded molecular technology research group establishment, she operates within DMU's Biomolecular Technology Research Group, advancing industrial applications of plant DNA authentication techniques.

• Fungal Genetics
• Truffle Biology
• Mycorrhizal Symbiosis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Beatrice Belfiori serves as a Researcher at the National Research Council of Italy (CNR), specifically within the Institute of Biosciences and Bioresources (IBBR) at the Perugia Division. With over 13 years of continuous service since August 2011, she maintains active research in fungal genetics and truffle biology. Her academic foundation includes a PhD in Plant Biology and Biotechnology from the University of Perugia (2010) and a Laurea in Agricultural Sciences with highest honors from the same institution (2004). Her research focuses on the molecular ecology and reproductive biology of truffles, particularly Tuber species including T. melanosporum, T. aestivum, and T. borchii. Through extensive publication records spanning over 15 years, she has established expertise in mating type characterization, population genetics, genetic diversity assessment, and mycorrhizal symbiosis. Her work frequently employs molecular markers including SSRs and ITS sequences to investigate truffle biodiversity, reproductive modes, and phylogeographic patterns across European and international contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a strong trend toward applied research with significant ecological and commercial implications. Her studies address critical challenges in truffle cultivation, biodiversity conservation in natural habitats, monitoring of truffle sites, and quality assessment of truffle products. Recent work demonstrates expanding international collaboration, particularly with Argentinian researchers studying T. melanosporum cultivation outside its native range. Belfiori's scientific contributions include pivotal discoveries regarding the heterothallic nature of truffle reproduction, which fundamentally changed understanding of Tuber life cycles. Her research bridges fundamental molecular biology with practical applications for truffle cultivation and conservation, making significant contributions to both academic knowledge and the truffle industry. She actively participates in major research initiatives including the INTACT RISE-MSCA Project, which supports global truffle research collaboration. Her work spans field studies in Italian truffle grounds, molecular laboratory analyses, and international comparative studies examining truffle biodiversity across different geographical regions.

• Soil Biology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Casper Quist is a Lecturer in Biosystematics at Wageningen University & Research, specializing in soil ecology and nematode biology. His research focuses on soil food web dynamics, biodiversity loss under land-use changes, and invasive species impacts. He completed his PhD (2011–2017) on DNA barcoding-based soil monitoring, supervised by Prof. Helder and Dr. Bakker. Key research interests include the roles of nematodes in ecosystem processes, plant-microbe interactions, and spatial distribution patterns of soil organisms. He has contributed to global databases on soil nematode abundance and led studies on invasive species like Solidago gigantea. Recent work (2023) highlights biodiversity loss in soil food webs when grazing ceases, with findings published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B . He collaborates internationally, contributing to meta-analyses on climate change impacts (2022) and soil quality evaluation via metabarcoding (2019). Quist actively engages in public outreach through initiatives like the Biodiversity Challenge (2024), bridging academic research and community education. His work is supported by grants and datasets archived in platforms like Dryad and Figshare.

Jason Hollidayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climatic adaptation in trees
• Genotype-phenotype association studies
• Conservation genetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jason Holliday is a Professor at Virginia Tech's College of Natural Resources and Environment, Department of Forest Resources and Environmental Conservation. He specializes in understanding the genomic basis of climatic adaptation in forest trees. His work integrates 'next gen' sequencing, common garden experiments, and landscape genomics to study traits like cold hardiness and drought tolerance in species such as poplar, spruce, and pine. Education: B.S., University of Victoria (2001); Ph.D., University of British Columbia (2009). Research focuses on predicting adaptation potential under climate change, enhancing conservation genetics, and improving forest productivity through genome-enabled breeding. Key projects include the NSF-funded CAREER grant on Populus adaptation and the USDA Climate Change Coordinated Agriculture Project. Current grants include leadership on NSF Plant Genome Research Program projects and co-PI roles in USDA and Genome Canada initiatives. His lab develops innovative tools like focused ultrasound extraction (FUSE) for non-destructive DNA sampling and applies genomic strategies to restore American chestnut populations. Grant and advising activities include training in plant population genomics and forest genetics. The lab actively collaborates on forest health initiatives, bridging ecological genomics with practical applications in conservation and sustainable forestry.

• Wildlife Biology
• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Carol Chambers is a Professor at the School of Forestry , Northern Arizona University, specializing in Wildlife Biology and Conservation Ecology . Her research focuses on bats , rodents , and tropical dry forests , with significant work on habitat fragmentation , species distribution models , and human-wildlife interactions . Key Research Areas: Wildlife responses to climate change Conservation genetics and non-invasive monitoring Bat ecology in urban and forested landscapes Biogeography of Central American mammals Impacts of border infrastructure on wildlife Recent Trends: Landscape-scale bat studies (2024) Gender equity in wildlife science (2025) Wildlife disease transmission dynamics (2024) Subterranean ecosystem microbiology (2015) Past fire regime analysis (2021) Her Google Scholar profile shows 15 recent publications spanning 2025–2011 , with a Scopus h-index of 56 . Collaborations extend to institutions in Nicaragua , Mexico , and Arizona .

Patrick Martoneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Biodiversity
• Plant Evolution
• Biomechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Patrick Martone is a Professor in the Department of Botany at the University of British Columbia (UBC), affiliated with the Biodiversity Research Centre and the Beaty Biodiversity Museum. He specializes in phycology, focusing on the biodiversity, ecophysiology, and evolution of seaweeds. His research integrates field and lab experiments across scales of biological organization, from community dynamics to cellular development. He has held academic ranks at UBC since 2008, progressing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor (2013) and full Professor (2019). Education: PhD in Botany from Stanford University (2007), BS in Biology from Duke University (1998). Postdoctoral research at Stanford University (2007–2008). Research Focus: Seaweed biomechanics, climate change impacts, calcification mechanisms, and evolutionary genomics. Key Projects: Investigating hydrodynamic performance of seaweeds, genomic analyses of cell wall biosynthesis, and kelp restoration protocols. His lab hosts a diverse team of graduate students and postdocs, with alumni contributing to academic and applied fields. He teaches courses such as BIOL320 (Survey of the Algae) and MRNE425 (Ecological Adaptations of Seaweeds). Lab activities include state-of-the-art facilities for water flume testing, PAM fluorometry, and genetic sequencing. Current work explores climate stress effects on coralline algae and kelp phenotypic plasticity.

Jeannette Whittonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Plant Evolutionary Biology
• Population Genetics
• Phylogenetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jeannette Whitton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Botany at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on plant evolutionary biology, speciation, and polyploid evolution, with a particular emphasis on understanding the genetic and ecological mechanisms driving biodiversity. She leads the Whitton Lab, investigating systems like the sunflower family (Asteraceae), including the Townsendia and Crepis agamic complexes, to explore questions about species integrity, polyploidy, and reproductive strategies. Academic History: B.Sc. in Environmental Biology from McGill University (1988), Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Connecticut (1994), and postdoctoral research at Indiana University (1994–1997). Research Interests: Dr. Whitton studies population genetics, phylogenetics, and speciation processes. Her work examines how polyploidy and asexual reproduction (apomixis) influence species diversification, particularly in response to environmental pressures. Key projects include analyzing the Rocky Mountain Townsendia genus, the North American Crepis agamic complex, and invasive plant species' genetic traits. Grants and Collaboration: Collaborates with researchers like Loren Rieseberg and Sally Otto on projects funded by UBC's Excellence Funds. Advises graduate students (Chris Sears, Chris Lee, Jamie Leathem) and undergraduate researchers. Her lab combines fieldwork, molecular genetics, and phylogenetic analysis to address evolutionary questions. Labs/Teams: Whitton Lab focuses on evolutionary ecology, conservation biology, and plant systematics. Recent projects include common garden experiments for Townsendia hookeri and studies on invasive plant traits in Yukon.