جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Patrick Desrosiersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Dimensionality Reduction
• Dynamical Systems
• Mathematical and Computational Neuroscience
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Patrick Desrosiers serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Physics, Physical Engineering and Optics within Université Laval's Faculty of Science and Engineering, while conducting neuroscience research at the CERVO Brain Research Center. He co-directs Dynamica, a multidisciplinary complex systems research group, and participates in UNIQUE (neuroscience-AI integration) and CIMMUL (mathematical modeling applications). His academic training spans physics and mathematics at Université Laval, the University of Melbourne, and CEA-Saclay. Dr. Desrosiers' research centers on mathematical and computational neuroscience , with signature contributions in dimensionality reduction and network resilience analysis . His work bridges biological and artificial neural networks , zebrafish brain mapping , and neurovascular coupling using advanced techniques from spectral graph theory , random matrix theory , and dynamical systems . Current investigations focus on neural decoding under chronic stress and structural-functional relationships in brain networks. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) Low-dimensional representations for predicting cognitive decline and neural dynamics, (2) Network reconstruction methodologies applied to neuroscience and biodiversity, and (3) Development of computational tools like NeuroTorch for neural data analysis. His work consistently integrates mathematical rigor with biological relevance across species and scales. His recognition includes: Professeur étoile prize for exceptional teaching (Faculty of Science and Engineering, Université Laval, 2018) As Dynamica co-director, he mentors a research team comprising Antoine Légaré, Arthur Légaré, Benjamin Claveau, Jordan Charest, Marziyeh Pourmousavi, Pierre-Luc Larouche, Vincent Savard, Vincent Thibeault, and Zahra Yazdani. His collaborative framework connects physics, mathematics, and neuroscience to address fundamental questions in neural network organization, with funding evident through sustained publication output and lab operations. Dynamica Lab ( https://dynamicalab.github.io/ ) serves as the operational hub for his interdisciplinary research, maintaining active collaboration with CERVO Brain Research Center and international institutions.

Nicole Spiegelaarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Complex Adaptive Systems
• Indigenous Knowledge
• Environmental Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicole Spiegelaar is an Assistant Professor at the School of the Environment, University of Toronto, specializing in environmental psychology and sustainability pedagogy. She also serves as the Academic Director of Trinity College’s Integrated Sustainability Initiative, fostering experiential learning and integrating sustainability into academic programs. Her research bridges Indigenous Knowledge, environmental health, and systems theory. PhD in Environment and Health from the University of Toronto Scarborough Teaches undergraduate courses like Environment & Mental Wellness and graduate courses on sustainability research Collaborates with organizations such as EcoSpark, Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment, and The New Farm Her work focuses on applying living systems models to socioecological challenges, emphasizing place-based solutions and curriculum design. She supervises student research on topics including Philippine plastic waste, pollinator corridors, and campus food systems.

Anne Ferguson-Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genomic Imprinting
• Epigenetics
• Developmental Genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Anne Ferguson-Smith is a leading mammalian developmental geneticist and epigeneticist at the University of Cambridge, holding the Arthur Balfour Professorship of Genetics. As Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research, she oversees the university's research strategy while maintaining her laboratory's focus on genomic imprinting and epigenetic inheritance . Her work bridges experimental and computational approaches through affiliations with the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, Cambridge Neuroscience, and the Centre for Trophoblast Research. Research in her lab investigates epigenetic mechanisms in developmental processes , particularly through the lens of Dlk1-Dio3 imprinted domain studies. Current themes include: Stem cell epigenetic programming Environmental modulation of epigenetic states Role of repetitive elements in genomic regulation Her group integrates mouse and zebrafish models with high-throughput genomics and mathematical modeling . Key collaborations include: Wellcome Trust UKRI Medical Research Council BBSRC NIH Scientific honors include: Elected EMBO Member (2006) Academy of Medical Sciences (2012) Fellow of the Royal Society (2017) Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) The lab maintains family-friendly research practices and actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations across Cambridge and internationally.

• Neuropharmacology
• Metabolic Disease Research
• Neuroendocrinology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paula Goforth is an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School , affiliated with the Department of Pharmacology and the Caswell Diabetes Institute . Her research focuses on the intersection of neuropharmacology and metabolic disease, particularly leptin signaling, orexin regulation, and hypothalamic circuits controlling glucose homeostasis and energy balance. Education: Postdoctoral training at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (2000-2004), specializing in Pharmacology under Dr. Satin LS. Her work explores neuron-specific metabolic regulation , including calcium channel modulation in obesity, orexin-glucose axis dynamics, and GABA-independent hypothalamic signaling. She employs techniques such as cell-type-specific circuit dissection and synaptic physiology to study these mechanisms. Recent publications highlight her expertise in leptin-regulated pathways , area postrema neuron function , and traumatic brain injury-related receptor changes , with implications for diabetes, obesity, and neurodegenerative diseases. Scientific Awards: NIH grants spanning 2013-2029, including dual awards for leptin action and gut-brain axis research Industry collaborations with Eli Lilly, Pfizer, and MedImmune LLC University of Michigan institutional support for diabetes/metabolic research Dr. Goforth's laboratory investigates metabolically coupled ion channels and neuronal population dynamics in metabolic disease models, with a strong emphasis on translational neuroscience applications.

Caroline Paquetteمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Motor Control
• Neuroscience
• Biomechanics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Caroline Paquette is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education at McGill University's Faculty of Education, where she serves as Associate Dean, Administration. She directs the Human Brain Control of Locomotion (HBCL) Laboratory, focusing on the neural mechanisms of balance and locomotion using biomechanics, neuroimaging, and non-invasive brain stimulation. Her research aims to improve mobility in older adults and neurological patients, particularly those with Parkinson's disease and post-stroke impairments. PhD, Rehabilitation Science, McGill University MSc, Kinesiology, Laval University BSc, Kinesiology, Laval University Postdoctoral Fellowships: Neurology (Lady Davis Institute) and Neuroscience (Oregon Health and Science University) Her research spans motor control, neuroimaging, and non-invasive brain stimulation, with applications in Parkinson's disease, stroke rehabilitation, aging, and locomotor adaptation. She has published in high-impact journals like Neuroimage, Parkinsonism & Related Disorders, and Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair. Dr. Paquette's Google Scholar publications reveal expertise in: Freezing of gait in Parkinson's disease Neuroplasticity in stroke and aging Functional connectivity analysis Exercise interventions for neurodegenerative disorders Robotic compensation in PET imaging Non-invasive brain stimulation applications She supervises graduate students at the HBCL Laboratory, located at the Education Building and Currie Gymnasium, Montreal, Canada.

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Energy Sustainability
• Computational Materials Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alyssa Hensley is an Assistant Professor at the Charles V. Schaefer, Jr. School of Engineering and Science, Stevens Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science. She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Washington State University (2015) and a BS in Chemical Engineering from New Mexico Institute of Technology (2012). Education: PhD (2015) and BS (2012) in Chemical Engineering Experience: Postdoctoral Fellow (University of Toronto, 2018-2021) and Postdoctoral Research Assistant (Washington State University, 2016-2018) Teaching: Courses include Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I (CHE 233) and Reactor Design (CHE 650) Her research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis for energy and sustainability, addressing fundamental challenges in connecting nanoscale catalyst surface dynamics to chemical bond activation. Key areas include computational modeling of multi-component catalysts, machine learning applications, and reaction mechanism analysis for biomass/plastic waste conversion and CO₂ capture. Recent work explores configurational space sampling, transition state identification, and catalyst design using density functional theory and data science. Publications highlight reactions involving Pt, Fe, and PdFe surfaces with applications in CO oxidation, guaiacol hydrogenolysis, and hydrodeoxygenation. Professional service includes editorial roles (Scientific Reports, Nature Communications), NSF and DOE proposal review, and conference organization (AIChE, ACS meetings). She contributes to institutional committees including Research Computing and Curriculum Development.

Emily Bayerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Visceral Sensation
• Sexual Dimorphism
• Behavioral Genetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Emily Bayer is appointed as Assistant Professor of Neural Science and Biology at New York University, commencing January 2026. Her research program investigates neural mechanisms of visceral sensation and behavioral outputs, with emphasis on fertility status and sex differences using C. elegans and D. cerebrum (zebrafish) models. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Columbia University (2019) B.S. in Biology/German, Muhlenberg College (2014) Dr. Bayer's research explores how internal bodily sensations (visceral sensation) modulate behavior and environmental interaction, focusing on molecular and anatomical sex differences in neural circuits. Her lab examines how fertility status influences behavior through genetic and neural mechanisms, revealing conserved principles of neural circuit organization. Key approaches include C. elegans genetics, zebrafish neuroimaging, and behavioral analysis to dissect how reproductive state and sex converge in brain function. Analysis of her recent publications (2025-2016) demonstrates a cohesive focus on sexual dimorphism in neural development and behavior, with increasing integration of genomic and connectomic methodologies. Her work spans molecular genetics, neural circuit mapping, and behavioral phenotyping, consistently highlighting sex-specific differences in neural wiring and function across model organisms. Her scientific recognition includes: Research Fund for Excellent Junior Researchers (University of Basel, 2025) Jane Coffin Childs Memorial Fund for Medical Research Fellowship (2021-2023) Dr. Bayer has secured competitive fellowships supporting her independent research program. Her lab establishes innovative frameworks for studying visceral sensation-behavior relationships, with current work emphasizing monoaminergic signaling in experience-dependent neural plasticity and the role of conserved transcription factors in sexually dimorphic development. Future directions include expanding to vertebrate models to investigate evolutionary conservation of these mechanisms. She leads a research team utilizing C. elegans and zebrafish to dissect neural circuits underlying internal sensation, with particular focus on how fertility signals modulate social and mating behaviors through sex-specific neural pathways.

Christopher Vakocمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer Epigenetics
• Transcription Factors
• Chromatin Regulators
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Christopher Vakoc is a Professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL), holding the Alan and Edith Seligson Professorship of Cancer Research and serving as Deputy Director of the Cancer Center. His work focuses on understanding how epigenetic dysregulation contributes to cancer pathogenesis, with particular emphasis on epigenetic dependencies and lineage plasticity. Dr. Vakoc's research investigates how transcription factors and chromatin regulators control gene expression in cancer cells. His lab employs high-throughput CRISPR-based genetic screens to identify critical epigenetic regulators in specific cancers. A significant finding from his work demonstrated that blood cancers are often vulnerable to targeting transcriptional coactivators like BRD4 and the SWI/SNF chromatin remodeling complex. His team showed that BRD4 inhibition has therapeutic effects in leukemia mouse models, leading to ongoing clinical trials. Analysis of Vakoc's recent publications reveals a strong focus on pancreatic cancer mechanisms, particularly basal-like identity and lineage plasticity. His work on the MED12-ΔNp63 interaction in pancreatic cancer represents a major breakthrough in understanding how cancer cells lose their original identity. Additionally, his research spans acute myeloid leukemia, sarcoma, lung cancer, and glioma, with consistent themes of epigenetic regulation and identification of novel therapeutic targets. Scientific awards recognizing his contributions include: Paul Marks Prize for Cancer Research AACR Outstanding Achievement in Cancer Research Award Pershing Square Sohn Prize Long Island Excellence in Healthcare Award (2023) Burroughs Welcome Fund Career Award for Medical Scientists Dr. Vakoc actively mentors numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, with several former trainees now holding prominent positions in academia and industry. His research is supported by multiple grants including funding from the National Cancer Institute, Pershing Square Sohn Cancer Research Alliance, and National Institutes of Health. The Vakoc Laboratory serves as a hub for innovative cancer epigenetics research, employing cutting-edge CRISPR screening technologies to reveal new therapeutic opportunities across multiple cancer types.

Allen Burtonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Toxicology
• Aquatic Contaminants
• Sediment Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Allen Burton is a Professor at the University of Michigan's School for Environment and Sustainability and Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences . He holds an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Roskilde (Denmark) and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry . His research spans global ecosystems, with Visiting Scientist roles in China, Denmark, Italy, New Zealand, and Portugal. Education: PhD in Environmental Science (Aquatic Toxicology), University of Texas at Dallas MS in Environmental Science, University of Texas at Dallas MS in Microbiology, Auburn University BS in Biology and Chemistry, Ouachita Baptist University Dr. Burton's research focuses on chemical bioavailability , stressor causality in aquatic systems , and ecological risk assessment . He develops innovative tools like the in situ Toxicity Identification Evaluation (iTIE) and DEEAR (Drifting Exposure and Effects Assessment Ring) for oil spill monitoring. His work addresses contaminants in freshwater/marine sediments, stormwater, and microplastics, with a strong interest in hyporheic zone dynamics and metal remediation . Key article trends include: Contaminant bioavailability in sediments Metal speciation and toxicity Microplastics as pollutant vectors Oil spill assessment technologies Groundwater-surface water interactions Multi-stressor impacts on ecosystems Scientific honors include: Honorary Doctorate, University of Roskilde Brage Golding Distinguished Professor of Research Fellow, Society of Environmental Toxicology & Chemistry Dr. Burton leads the Burton Lab , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to diagnose ecologically significant stressors in human-dominated ecosystems. His team investigates contaminants across urban, agricultural, and industrial landscapes, integrating chemical, biological, and hydrological data for ecosystem management.

• Neuroscience
• Neurology
• Psychiatry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mazen Kheirbek is a Professor in Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He leads research at the Kheirbek Lab, focusing on hippocampal circuits in emotional behavior and psychiatric disorders. Education : BA (Washington University), PhD (University of Chicago), Postdoc (Columbia University) Research Interests center on: Neural circuits in anxiety and depression Hippocampal-prefrontal pathways Adult neurogenesis mechanisms Neuroplasticity in mood disorders Optogenetics and circuit mapping Translational psychiatry Publication Trends show consistent contributions to neuroscience journals, particularly in hippocampal function, neural circuits, and psychiatric disorders. His work often employs animal models and advanced imaging techniques. Scientific Awards : McKnight Foundation Memory & Cognitive Disorders Award (2020) Pew Scholar in Biomedical Sciences (2019) Klingenstein-Simons Fellowship (2019) Human Frontier Science Program Young Investigator (2019) NARSAD Young Investigator Award (2012) Grants include multiple NIH-funded projects: NIH/NIDA 1R01DA062018 (2025-2030): Dopaminergic circuits in insight learning NIH/NIMH 1R01MH136270 (2025-2030): Hippocampal stimulus processing NIH/NIDCD R01DC19813 (2021-2026): Dentate gyrus associative learning

• Synthetic Biology
• Metabolic Engineering
• Yeast Cell Factories
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Verena Siewers is a Research Professor at the Department of Biology and Biological Engineering, Chalmers University of Technology. Her work focuses on synthetic biology and metabolic engineering of yeast cell factories for producing biofuels, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and bioplastics, with particular emphasis on developing biosensor tools for pathway optimization. Key research themes: yeast-based biosensors, lipid metabolism engineering, CRISPRi/a applications, and dynamic gene regulation Notable projects include: Development of acetic acid tolerance mechanisms Optimization of fatty acid ethyl esters production Engineering phosphoketolase pathways for acetyl-CoA overproduction Her recent articles reveal trends in: CRISPR-mediated pathway engineering Stress response transcriptional profiling Heterologous plant gene expression in yeast Promoter and transcription factor engineering Funding sources: VINNOVA Novo Nordisk Foundation Carl Tryggers Stiftelse EU Horizon grants Swedish Research Council (VR) Formas

Amy Angertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Ecology
• Species Geographic Distributions
• Climate Change Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amy Angert is a Professor in the Department of Botany at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Science. She holds a Canada Research Chair Tier 2 and is recognized as an Academy Member in Evolution and Ecology (2025). Dr. Angert joined UBC in 2012 after serving as an assistant professor at Colorado State University and completing postdoctoral research at the University of Arizona. Her academic journey includes a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis (1998) and a Ph.D. from Michigan State University (2005). Dr. Angert's research focuses on the evolutionary ecology of species' geographic distributions, investigating what limits adaptation at the edges of species' ranges, why closely related species vary dramatically in range size, and how ranges are likely to shift in response to climatic changes. Her lab combines experimental manipulations in the field and laboratory with observations of natural populations, utilizing tools from quantitative genetics and physiological ecology. Much of her work centers on species within the genus Mimulus (monkeyflowers) due to their ecological diversity, genomic resources, and ease of propagation. Her recent publications reveal strong patterns of climate-driven range shifts, evolutionary rescue during extreme drought events, and the role of biotic interactions in determining range dynamics. Dr. Angert's scientific contributions have been recognized through prestigious awards including election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Her work has significant implications for predicting species responses to climate change and informing conservation strategies. She leads an active research group with numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, fostering the next generation of evolutionary ecologists. Her lab maintains strong collaborative networks across institutions and has received consistent funding to support their innovative research on the mechanisms constraining species' distributions in a changing climate. Dr. Angert's work bridges theoretical and empirical approaches to understand the eco-evolutionary dynamics of range expansion and the consequences of divergence in niche properties for patterns of distribution and abundance.

Charles Duboisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Engineering
• Polymers and Coatings
• Reactive Processing of Polymers
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charles Dubois is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, specializing in reactive polymer processing, nanothermites, and composite materials. He is a member of the Research Center for High-Performance Polymer and Composite Systems (CREPEC) and has supervised 35 graduate students (19 PhD, 16 Master’s) since 2005. B.Eng., M.Sc.A. (Sherbrooke), Ph.D. (Laval) Affiliation: CREPEC His research interests span polymer nanocomposites, thermosetting resins, chemorheology, and energetic materials. Recent work focuses on graphene-based EMI shielding composites, aluminum-based nanothermites for propulsion, and polymer-coated metal powders for controlled combustion. Dr. Dubois has contributed to 167 publications, with recent trends in nanothermite combustion kinetics, polymer composites for electromagnetic shielding, and sustainable energetic materials. He has provided expert commentary to media outlets like La Presse and Radio-Canada on explosive material safety and propellant design.

Jordan Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Motor Control
• Neuroscience
• Computational Motor Learning
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Jordan Taylor is affiliated with Princeton University as a faculty member in the Department of Biomedical Engineering within the School of Engineering and Applied Science. His research focuses on unraveling computational processes in motor control and learning, with particular emphasis on interactions between explicit cognitive strategies and implicit motor adaptation during skill acquisition. Taylor leads the Intelligent Performance and Adaptation Laboratory , aiming to develop optimal training protocols for motor rehabilitation post-stroke or disease. Research Interests : Taylor investigates how humans learn motor skills through dual mechanisms of declarative strategy formation and implicit neural adaptation. His work explores the neural systems underlying these processes and their functional consequences, especially in pathological conditions like cerebellar degeneration. Current studies examine working memory constraints, reward modulation of implicit adaptation, and plan-based generalization of motor learning. Publication Trends : Recent articles analyze dual mechanisms in sensorimotor learning, reward-driven adaptation, and contextual influences on motor memory. His computational neuroscience approach combines behavioral experiments, neural imaging, and theoretical modeling to study cognitive-motor interactions across various tasks.

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neural Basis of Decision-Making
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Scientia Professor Bernard Balleine is a leading academic in behavioral and cognitive neuroscience at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) , affiliated with the School of Psychology . His career spans prestigious institutions including the University of Cambridge, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and the University of Sydney. He has held senior research fellowships (e.g., NHMRC, NIMH) and directed research at UCLA’s Brain Research Institute. Education: BA (1st class honours, University Medal, University of Sydney, 1988), PhD (University of Cambridge, 1992) Research Interests: Balleine’s work focuses on the neural bases of goal-directed action, habit formation, and decision-making, with a strong emphasis on corticostriatal circuits, dopamine signaling, and motivational systems. His studies explore how predictive learning, reward processing, and neural plasticity interact to shape behavior, particularly in psychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders (e.g., addiction, OCD, Alzheimer’s). Scientific Trends: Recent publications analyze striatal dopamine dynamics, thalamostriatal pathways, and genetic models of cognitive dysfunction. His 2024 work highlights neural circuits governing action selection, while 2023 studies link TBI to apathy and Alzheimer’s to goal-directed impairments. Awards: Fellow of the American Psychological Association (2004), Australian Laureate Fellowship (2009), NHMRC Senior Principal Research Fellow (2015), NIMH Senior Investigator (2020) Grants & Collaborations: Funded by the Australian Research Council and NHMRC, with interdisciplinary collaborations in neuroethics, addiction studies, and cognitive neuropsychology. His lab integrates molecular, behavioral, and computational approaches to investigate neural mechanisms of action control.