جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Dirk Beckerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Plant Genetics
• Molecular Biology
• Plant Biotechnology
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Dr. Dirk Becker serves as a Research Group Leader in Molecular Plant Genetics at the Institute of Plant Sciences and Microbiology within the Department of Biology, University of Hamburg. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences and operates from the Otto Warburg House in Hamburg. His academic background includes: PhD (1994) from Biozentrum Klein Flottbek, University of Hamburg under Prof. Dr. H. Lörz Diplom in Biology (1991) from University of Hamburg Undergraduate studies in Biology (1983-1990) at University of Hamburg Postdoctoral research at Victorian Crops Research Institute and University of Adelaide, Australia (1996-1997) Dr. Becker's research spans Plant Genetics and Molecular Biology with specialization in Plant Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering . His work develops molecular tools for crop improvement, focusing on cereal genetics (maize/wheat), transgenic trait development, and reproductive mechanisms. Current investigations target RNA interference applications, site-specific recombination systems, and high-throughput vector design for agricultural innovation. Analysis of his 2010-2013 publications reveals consistent emphasis on biotechnological tool development for plant systems. Key trends include RNAi vector optimization, transgenic crop functional analysis, and molecular recombination techniques – all directed toward enhancing crop traits and food quality through advanced genetic manipulation. No scientific awards are documented in the available records. While specific advisees and grant awards aren't listed, Dr. Becker's research group leadership implies active supervision of junior researchers and ongoing grant-funded projects in plant biotechnology. His Molecular Plant Genetics group bridges fundamental molecular research with agricultural applications. The Molecular Plant Genetics research group employs cutting-edge genetic engineering approaches to investigate plant trait modification, with current focus on cereal crop improvement through molecular techniques and transgenic system development.

• Molecular Physiology
• Structural Biology
• Membrane Protein Function
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Bing Han is an Assistant Professor of Research in the Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. His work focuses on the structure and functions of caveolin proteins, which are critical for caveolae formation and membrane trafficking in cellular systems. Research Interests Investigating caveolin-1 mutation pathologies linked to pulmonary arterial hypertension and congenital lipodystrophy Studying aggresome formation and protein quality control mechanisms Proteomics-based analysis of membrane domains in plant and animal cells Publication Trends His research spans membrane biology, protein aggregation, and plant stress responses. Key themes include caveolae dynamics, ER retention signals, and quantitative proteomics techniques like isobaric tagging.

Nitin Uttam Kambleمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Seed Biology
• Starch Granule Formation
• Plant Stress Response
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Nitin Uttam Kamble is an Assistant Professor Grade I at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM) , focusing on plant molecular biology and seed physiology. His research bridges legume/millet genomics with molecular mechanisms of starch granule formation and desiccation tolerance in seeds. Education: Ph.D. from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, with research at the National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR); M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Vidya Pratishthan's School of Biotechnology, Pune. Research Interests: Seed biology, starch granule morphogenesis, abiotic stress tolerance, and protein repair mechanisms in crops. Awards: Monogram Early Career Excellence Award (2024), Best Poster Awards (2022, 2015), and CSIR NET-JRF Fellowship. Recent Research Trends include: Elucidating nitrate-ABA signaling crosstalk in seed germination Investigating RALF peptides in maize pollen tube growth Developing CRISPR-based bioengineering tools (FAST-PB) Characterizing heat shock factors in thermotolerance Exploring starch granule initiation across species Decoding protein repair pathways in seed longevity Scientific Awards : Monogram Early Career Excellence Award (2024) Best Poster Awards at Plant Tissue Culture Association (2022) and International Plant Physiology Congress (2015) Young Associates of Maharashtra Academy of Sciences (2024) CSIR NET-JRF Ph.D. Fellowship (2011-2012) Laboratory Focus : The Seed and Starch Biology Lab at IISER TVM studies underrepresented crops like legumes and millets, leveraging their genetic diversity to improve stress tolerance, seed quality, and starch biosynthesis.

• Vegetable Production
• Plant Physiology
• Postharvest Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ioannis Karapanos is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Crop Science, Agricultural University of Athens, specializing in vegetable production and postharvest technology. He has contributed extensively to research on plant physiology, seed quality, and sustainable horticultural practices through over 40 national conference proceedings and multiple international publications. Teaching: Instructs undergraduate and postgraduate courses including 'Principles of Vegetable Production' and 'Postharvest Handling of Fruits and Vegetables' since 1996. Served as part-time lecturer at the Technological Educational Institute of Kalamata (2008-2010) and Agricultural University of Athens (2010-2012). Research: Focuses on greenhouse crop physiology, postharvest handling, and environmental stress responses in solanaceous vegetables. Led national projects funded by Compo Hellas and Medilco Hellas. Collaborations: Participated in EU programs Legume Futures (FP7) and Eurolegume, and COST Action FA1204 on vegetable grafting. His work spans factors influencing tomato pollen germination, nitrogen application effects on leafy vegetables, and sustainable cultivation techniques using organic amendments. He has supervised 1 PhD, 4 MSc, and over 25 undergraduate theses while co-authoring a textbook on postharvest handling of fruits and vegetables (2015).

• Plant Biotechnology
• Bioenergy
• Biochemistry
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Jose Carli is a Researcher at Aberystwyth University's Department of Psychology, with a career spanning plant biotechnology, bioenergy, and cellular physiology research. Despite being listed under Psychology, his scholarly contributions focus on plant cellular mechanisms, lignin modification, and biomass optimization for sustainable energy. Key Research Areas: Plant biotechnology, bioenergy systems, and self-incompatibility mechanisms in pollen tubes Methodologies: ATR-FTIR spectroscopy, transgenic pollen imaging, and nitrogen partitioning analysis Collaborations: Worked with teams in plant cell wall analysis, energy crop development, and animal science Tools Managed: Anechoic Chamber, Tobii Pro Spectrum 300Hz eye tracker, MP150 data acquisition system His publications from 2009-2022 reveal expertise in bioenergy feedstock characterization, pollen tube physiology, and lignocellulosic biomass applications. Research trends emphasize sustainable agricultural practices and plant science innovations.

Daniel Slaneمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Plant Developmental Biology
• Chromatin Dynamics
• Abiotic Stress Responses
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Dr. Daniel Slane is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology at Bates College, where he teaches courses on Biotechnology, Genetics, and directs the Senior Thesis program. He holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the Max Planck Institute for Biology and the University of Tübingen, Germany. His research focuses on understanding how plants adapt to environmental stresses at the genomic and chromatin level, particularly exploring how abiotic stresses like heat and drought are encoded into cellular memory through chromatin dynamics and 3D nuclear organization. Dr. Slane's lab employs advanced techniques including next-generation sequencing, plant physiology studies, and microscopy to investigate stress memory mechanisms. His work emphasizes the importance of chromatin accessibility, histone modifications, and transcriptional regulation in plant adaptation. Current courses include BIO 140 (Biotechnology), BIO 344 (Genetics), and BIO 457 (Senior Thesis). Key research themes include plant embryogenesis, epigenetic regulation, and the interplay between environmental signals and genomic responses. His findings contribute to understanding climate resilience in plants, with implications for agriculture in changing environmental conditions.

• Plant reproduction
• Gametophytic self-incompatibility
• Plant cell biology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mario Cappadocia is a Full Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Université de Montréal's Faculty of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on intra- and interspecific reproductive barriers in angiosperms, particularly genetic and molecular aspects of gametophytic self-incompatibility in Solanum chacoense . Research examines pollen tube development, S-RNase mechanisms, and plant biotechnology applications. Expertise includes in vitro culture techniques and genetic transformation methods for plant improvement. Education: PhD in Genetics from Université de Louvain-le-Neuve (1979). Awards: Prix initiative (2016) for contributions to plant science education

Nathália Susin Streherمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Plant Biology
• Pollination Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nathália Susin Streher is a Researcher at the Ashman Lab within the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh. Her research focuses on plant-pollinator interactions, polyploidy effects on pollination niches, and floral trait adaptations in diverse ecosystems. She earned her PhD from the University of Campinas (Brazil) under Dr. Marlies Sazima. Her work bridges field studies in tropical highland communities and lab-based analyses of mating systems, emphasizing biodiversity conservation and ecological dynamics. Recent projects include contributions to the Brazilian Flora 2020 initiative and data standardization efforts for plant-pollinator networks. Streher’s articles highlight themes of pollination success, density-dependent effects, and phylogenetic influences on plant reproductive strategies. She collaborates extensively on global conservation targets and explores evolutionary mechanisms shaping plant traits and community structures.

• Cell Biology
• Bioimaging
• Cytoskeleton Dynamics
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Dr Tim Hawkins is Head of the Bioimaging facility in Durham University's Department of Biosciences and Deputy Director of the Durham Centre for Bioimaging Technology. He leads research on cytoskeleton dynamics in plant and animal cells, imaging methodologies, and collaborations with industrial partners. His work spans plant cell division, mechanical stress responses, and innovative microscopy platforms. Current projects include NET protein studies and algae cell biology. He also coordinates outreach activities for Biosciences. Research interests focus on imaging techniques applied to actin cytoskeleton biology, mechanical cell manipulation, and industrial partnerships. Key collaborations involve Zaber Technologies and Flintec for microscopy platforms. Lab members include Joanne Robson, Dr Liv Kent, and Lydia Kitchen. Supervised students (8 listed) are pursuing PhD/MSc research in cell biology and bioimaging. His recent publications emphasize collagen secretion dynamics, plant immunity, and imaging tool development. No scientific awards are listed, but his work highlights interdisciplinary innovation in both plant and biomedical fields.

Luca Biniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Proteomics
• Biochemistry
• Clinical Proteomics
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Luca Bini is a Full Professor of Biochemistry and Proteome Sciences at the University of Siena, Italy, and Vice-Director of the Department of Life Sciences. He is a pioneer in proteome science, co-organizing the influential annual Siena Meeting From Genome to Proteome , where the term "proteome" was introduced in 1994. He is a founder of the European and Italian Proteomics Associations and serves on editorial boards of leading journals. His research focuses on proteome analysis of clinical specimens (cells, biopsies, body fluids) under physio-pathological conditions, immune responses in infectious diseases and neurodegenerative disorders, and proteomic applications to plants and non-human systems. His recent publications highlight proteomic profiling in plant biology, fibrosis treatment, and cancer drug resistance mechanisms. Key trends in his 2024-2025 articles include advancements in protein extraction techniques, PROTAC-based drug development, and agricultural applications of proteomics. He has contributed to understanding fibroblast modulation in lung disease and mechanisms of melanoma resistance to targeted therapies. Additional roles include teaching Biological Chemistry at the University of Siena since 2020 and leading the Functional Proteomics Lab. Office hours are held every Tuesday from 09:00 to 10:00.

James Doughtyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Molecular Biology
• Plant Biology
• Genetics
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James Doughty is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Bath. His research focuses on molecular recognition events and signaling between pollen and stigma in the Brassicaceae family, including Brassica oleracea and Arabidopsis thaliana . Research interests include self-incompatibility (SI) mechanisms, S-locus genetics, SRK-SCR protein interactions, pollen coat proteomics, and molecular signaling during pollination. Key areas involve understanding S-specific recognition, pollen rejection processes, and gametophytic protein expression. Recent publications highlight studies on pollen hydration bioassays, transposable element silencing, and cysteine-rich protein diversity at pollen-stigma interfaces. Collaborative work spans plant biology, biochemistry, and electrochemistry, with interdisciplinary applications in agriculture and materials science.

Naoya Sugiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Plant Reproduction
• Plant Biology
• Cell Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Naoya Sugi is a Visiting Professor at ENS de Lyon's Plant Reproduction and Development Laboratory (RDP) from July 2024 to July 2025, hosted by Prof. Thomas Widiez. He holds dual roles as Associate Professor and Project Assistant Professor at the Kihara Institute for Biological Research, Yokohama City University. Sugi earned his Ph.D. in Life and Environmental Sciences from the University of Tsukuba (2021), following a Master’s (Tsukuba) and Bachelor’s (Ibaraki University) in Science. His research focuses on plant reproductive mechanisms, particularly sperm cell activation in Arabidopsis and maize. Collaborations with RDP aim to explore evolutionary conservation of cellular processes using advanced imaging tools. Key projects include pollen tube rupture dynamics under light exposure and microtubule roles in cellular transport. His work integrates metabolomics and genetic profiling to study plant heterosis in Arabidopsis hybrids. Awards: JSPS Research Fellowship for Young Scientists (2024–2027) Current collaborations emphasize long-term ties between Yokohama City University and ENS Lyon. Research efforts span plant development, genetics, and cellular biology, with a focus on bridging fundamental and applied plant science.

• Plant Cell Biology
• Ion Dynamics
• Apical Cell Growth
• +۵ مورد دیگر

José Feijó is a Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics at the University of Maryland. His research focuses on plant cell growth and morphogenesis, particularly in pollen tubes, integrating ion dynamics, bioelectricity, and theoretical modeling. He has contributed significantly to understanding plant reproduction, ion channel function, and transcriptional regulation in male gametes. Education: Ph.D., Cell Biology, University of Lisbon, 1995 Aggregation (Habilitation), University of Lisbon, 2001 Research Interests: Feijó's lab explores apical growth dynamics, ion channel regulation, and bioelectric signaling in plants. They use Arabidopsis, lily, tobacco, tomato, and moss as models. Key areas include pollen tube guidance, fertilization mechanisms, and the role of glutamate receptors in plant defense and regeneration. Collaborations span 8 countries across 4 continents. Awards and Editorial Roles: Fellow of the Linnean Society of London (2009–present) Senior Fulbright Fellow (1996) National Forestry Prize (Portugal, 1992) Editorial roles at Molecular Plant , Frontiers in Plant Physiology , and others. Techniques and Tools: Advanced imaging, electrophysiology, transcriptomics, and vibrating probe methods. Developed novel dual-reporter systems for ion signaling analysis.

Stylianos P. Scordilisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Physiology
• Myogenesis
• Sexual Dimorphism of Skeletal Muscle
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stylianos P. Scordilis is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Smith College. His research focuses on molecular physiology, myogenesis, and sexual dimorphism of skeletal muscle, using proteomic and transcriptomic techniques to study muscle repair and adaptation.

• Plant Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Calcium Signaling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jeff Harper is a Professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of Nevada, Reno, where his research centers on plant molecular adaptation to environmental stresses including cold, heat, drought, and salinity through calcium signaling mechanisms. Education: B.S. from University of Illinois (Urbana), 1980 Ph.D. from Washington University (St. Louis), 1985 Research Interests: The Harper lab investigates enzyme structure-function relationships in three key gene families: Calcium Dependent Protein Kinases (CDPKs) unique to plants and protists like malaria-causing Plasmodium; Cyclic Nucleotide Gated Channels (CNGCs) regulating calcium signaling; and P-type ATPase Ion Pumps governing ion homeostasis and nutrient transport. Using Arabidopsis and yeast models, the lab integrates genetic, cellular, bioinformatic, and biochemical approaches to dissect stress response pathways. Publication Trends: Recent work demonstrates increasing focus on reproductive thermotolerance mechanisms, particularly calcium dynamics in pollen under heat stress, lipid flippase functions in growth regulation, and ion transporter roles in plant fertility. Publications reveal strong continuity in studying CDPKs, CNGCs, and ATPases across stress physiology and developmental contexts. Scientific Awards: No awards are documented in the provided materials. Advising and Grants: Supported by NSF-IOS-BSF Collaborative Research (2017) on pollen heat stress tolerance, the lab maintains active funding for plant stress signaling research though specific grant details beyond this collaboration are not specified. Labs and Teams: Based in the Health Sciences Building (Room 222), the Harper lab operates a multidisciplinary research environment utilizing advanced genetic, imaging, and biochemical techniques with Arabidopsis thaliana as the primary model system.