جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Microbiology
• Biofilms
• Quorum Sensing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Helena Sztajer is a Senior Scientist at the Institute of Microbiology , Technical University of Braunschweig , with affiliations to the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research . Her research focuses on quorum sensing , polymicrobial biofilms , and oral microbiome dynamics , particularly in dental caries and bacterial vaginosis . Education: M.Sc. (1973) and PhD (1984) in Biology/Microbiology from Technical University of Wroclaw Career: Faculty roles at Technical University of Wroclaw (1973-1989), followed by senior scientist positions at HZI and TU Braunschweig Her scientific publications span microbial communication , biofilm formation , and enzyme technology , with notable work on RNA polymerase subunits and interspecies signaling . Awards include the Walkhoff-Price (2016) and ASM Conference 1st Prize (2007) . Research collaborations involve institutions like Cranfield Institute of Technology (UK), Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research , and industry partners such as Sigma Israel Chemicals Ltd. and Voco GmbH . Teaching includes Microbiology lectures and lab courses for students at TU Braunschweig.

• Medical Microbiology
• Clinical Microbiology
• Virology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat KARAMEŞE is a full-time Associate Professor of Medical Microbiology at Kafkas University Faculty of Medicine , Department of Basic Medical Sciences. Since 2021 he has been serving as Vice Head of Department (2022–) and as a member of the Faculty Administrative Board (2022–). He coordinates the COVID-19 Authorized Diagnostic Laboratory at Kafkas University (2020–) and has been Head of the Medical Microbiology Discipline (2019–2023). Education: Ph.D. Medical Microbiology, Atatürk University Institute of Health Sciences, 2010–2014 M.Sc. Medical Microbiology (Thesis), Atatürk University Institute of Health Sciences, 2007–2010 B.Sc. Biology, Atatürk University Faculty of Science, 2003–2007 Research Interests: His research spans clinical microbiology, molecular epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance, phage therapy, COVID-19 pathogenesis and diagnostics, probiotic immunomodulation, flavonoid-based therapeutics, sepsis models, and the viral etiology of obesity (infectobesity) . Using in-vitro cell cultures, rodent sepsis models, molecular typing, and next-generation diagnostic platforms, he investigates novel therapeutic and diagnostic approaches against bacterial, viral, and fungal pathogens. Scientific Awards: COVID-19 ONLINE International Multidisciplinary Symposium Oral Presentation Second Prize, 2020 ULAKBİM Publication Incentive Awards (2020, 2016, 2015) Kafkas University Publication & Project Incentive Awards (2015) Who’s Who in the World (2015) Teaching & Supervision: He lectures extensively across medical, dental, and graduate curricula and has supervised five ongoing or recently completed master’s theses. His courses include Medical Microbiology, Virology, Immunology, Scientific Research Methods, and specialized topics such as Antimicrobial Resistance and Molecular Diagnostics. Laboratories & Teams: He leads the Medical Microbiology Laboratory at Kafkas University Hospital, coordinating diagnostic services, infection control committees, and antibiotic stewardship programs. His research team collaborates nationally and internationally on projects funded by TÜBİTAK, TÜBA, and YÖK, focusing on phage-based antimicrobials, COVID-19 molecular surveillance, and natural-product therapeutics.

Sarah Wongمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Mycology
• Fungal Immunology
• Cell Wall Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sarah Wong is a **Researcher** at the Pasteur Institute in Paris, France, affiliated with the Department of Mycology and the Immunobiology of Aspergillus team. Her work focuses on fungal pathogens, particularly Aspergillus fumigatus , A. flavus , and Cryptococcus neoformans , investigating their interactions with the human immune system. Her research spans topics like: Cell wall organization and immune recognition Complement system activation and regulation Proteomic analysis of host-pathogen interactions Development of vaccine platforms using fungal vesicles The 15 most recent articles highlight her contributions to understanding: Species-specific immune responses in Aspergillus Complement protein dynamics in infection Hydrogel-based antifungal therapies Transcriptional mechanisms in drug resistance Her collaborations include leading researchers like Dr. Vishu Kumar Aimanianda and Professor Jean-Paul Latgé. While no formal awards are documented in the provided texts, her work has been cited in high-impact journals including Nature Communications , PNAS , and PLoS Pathogens .

• Medical Sciences
• Laboratory Medicine
• Biomarkers
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elżbieta Cecerska-Heryć serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Medical Biotechnology and Laboratory Medicine, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin. With 124 publications and total impact factor of 156.575, her research bridges laboratory medicine and clinical applications across medical disciplines. Education: Doctoral degree (2018) Her primary research focuses on biomarker validation for disease diagnosis and progression monitoring. Key areas include oxidative stress mechanisms in diabetes and schizophrenia, renal biomarkers in chronic kidney disease, and inflammatory markers in psychiatric disorders. She investigates how factors like BMI, age, and treatment modalities influence biomarker expression, with particular attention to sex-specific differences observed in patient cohorts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) biomarker development for cancer progression and therapeutic targeting, (2) oxidative stress dynamics in metabolic and neuropsychiatric disorders, and (3) novel antimicrobial approaches using bacteriophage therapy against biofilm-associated infections. Her work increasingly integrates regenerative medicine concepts, particularly platelet-derived growth factors and stem cell applications. Scientific Recognition: One documented scientific achievement (specific award not detailed in source materials) Dr. Cecerska-Heryć maintains active research collaborations evident through multi-center publications. Her work demonstrates consistent translational focus, moving from basic biomarker discovery toward clinical validation studies with direct diagnostic and therapeutic implications. Current projects show growing interest in electromagnetic field applications for modulating regenerative processes and optimizing antimicrobial combinations.

Chaminda Jayampath Seneviratneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Oral microbiome
• Oral biofilms
• Oral-systemic link
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Jaya Seneviratne is a Senior Lecturer in Periodontology at the University of Queensland School of Dentistry , where he serves as the Director of Higher Degree Research. With over 100 journal publications, 12 book chapters, and an edited book on microbial biofilms, he has secured US$7.11 million in competitive grants. He held leadership roles at the IADR-Asia Pacific Region and contributes to editorial boards of Journal of Dental Research and Critical Reviews in Microbiology . Research Interests: Oral microbiome Oral-systemic disease link Microbial biofilms Infection control in dentistry Selected Article Trends (2023-2025): His recent work explores nanoparticle-based biofilm control, extracellular vesicle applications, cross-kingdom microbial interactions, and clinical risk modeling for diabetes detection in dental settings. Supervision: Currently advising 6 PhD/MPhil candidates and serving as associate advisor for 5 others, with mentees receiving IADR awards.

Susanna Pencoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Pathology
• Microbiology
• Immunology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Susanna Penco is a Researcher affiliated with the Department of Experimental Medicine (DIMES) at the University of Genoa. She teaches courses including Pathophysiology, General Pathology, and specialized laboratory modules for medical and healthcare degree programs. University: University of Genoa Department: Department of Experimental Medicine - DIMES Academic Rank: Researcher Research Interests: Her work spans antimicrobial agent development, bacterial pathogenesis, cytokine responses in polymicrobial infections, asbestos fiber toxicity, and antiviral compound evaluation. Key disciplines include Microbiology, Immunology, Pharmacology, and Toxicology. Publications (2021–2025): Recent studies focus on synthetic antimicrobial compounds (2025), thiourea derivatives against Staphylococcus (2024), antiviral pathways from catechinic acid oxidation (2022), and in vitro models for bacterial interactions (2021) and asbestos carcinogenicity (2021). Contact: Email: susanna.penco@unige.it . Office hours: By appointment via email.

Ole Andreas Løchen Økstadمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiology
• Antibiotic Resistance
• Evolution
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Ole Andreas Løchen Økstad is a Professor at the Department of Pharmacy , University of Oslo , with a research focus on microbial biofilm formation, antibiotic resistance mechanisms, and genomic evolution of pathogenic bacteria like Acinetobacter baumannii and Bacillus cereus . His work integrates molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics to address antimicrobial resistance and biofilm-related infections. PhD in Microbiology (University of Oslo, 2000) MSc in Biochemistry (University of Oslo, 1995) His research explores regulatory networks governing biofilm formation, antimicrobial resistance through efflux systems and adjuvants, and phylogenetic analysis of the Bacillus cereus group. Current projects include genomic dynamics of pathogenic spore-formers, anti-biofilm agents , and metallobeta-lactamase inhibitors . Recent publications highlight his team's work on biofilm disruption using alginate polymers, phylogenetic tools like core genome MLST schemes, and novel drug targets in Gram-negative pathogens. His collaborations span institutions in France, Australia, Germany, and Norway, focusing on microbial evolution and clinical microbiology. Member, BACELL and Bacillus ACT steering committees Board representative for permanent academic staff, UiO Key educator in pharmaceutical microbiology and biochemistry

• Reproductive Immunology
• Maternal-Fetal Immune Responses
• Toll-Like Receptors (TLRs)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vikki M Abrahams is a Professor at the Yale School of Medicine , where she serves as Director of the Division of Reproductive Sciences and Co-Vice Chair of Faculty Development in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences. She received her B.Sc. (1996) and Ph.D. (2000) in Immunology from University College London , followed by postdoctoral training at Dartmouth Medical School and Yale University. Research Focus Understanding innate immune receptor (TLR/NLR) function in placental and maternal-fetal responses Mechanisms of infection- and autoimmune-related pregnancy complications Inflammasome activation in fetal membranes MicroRNA/exosome-mediated signaling in pregnancy Drug-induced sterile inflammation (e.g., opioids, antidepressants) Scientific Awards American Journal of Reproductive Immunology Award (2019) NIH Senior Lectureship (2017) J. Christian Herr Award for Reproductive Immunology (2013) Harold Behrman Award for mentoring (2011) Recent Publication Trends Her work spans reproductive immunology with emphasis on TLR/NLR signaling , inflammasome biology , and microRNA/exosome communication in pregnancy. Key subfields include fetal membrane inflammation , antiphospholipid syndrome , drug safety in pregnancy , and immune regulation at the maternal-fetal interface .

Yue Quمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Medical device-related infections
• Antimicrobial resistance
• Medical biofilms
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yue Qu is a Senior Research Fellow at Monash University's Department of Microbiology and the Alfred Hospital's Department of Infectious Diseases. His work focuses on clinical biofilms and medical device-related infections. He holds adjunct roles at the Victorian Heart Institute (VHI) and leads the MRFF Artificial Heart Frontier Program's driveline infection control project (2024-2029). He has published over 60 papers and secured over A$3.5M in research funding since 2010. Education: MBBS from Wenzhou Medical University (China, 2000), PhD in Clinical Microbiology from RMIT University (2010), and an ARC Super Science Fellowship (Monash University, 2011-2015). His research spans Gram-positive/negative bacteria, fungi, and mixed microbial infections, with applications to catheter-related bloodstream infections, vaginal candidiasis, and ventricular assist devices. Key contributions include developing anti-biofilm surfaces, novel antimicrobial agents, and nanostructures. He chairs the Asia-Pacific Biofilms Conference and serves as an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Microbiology. Awards include the 2023 FASM Fellowship and the 2024 Asia-Pacific Biofilms Outstanding Contribution Award. Grants and projects include leading initiatives on prosthetic heart valve surfaces, biofilm-antimicrobial resistance interactions, and driveline infection mitigation strategies. He collaborates internationally and holds editorial roles in Microbiology Australia and peer-reviewed journals. Lab and team leadership includes directing the Monash-WMU Alliance in Clinical and Experimental Biomedicine and supervising PhD candidates in translational research areas like anti-infective nanomaterials and biofilm prevention technologies.

Tariq Sadiqمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Research
• HIV Medicine
• Personalized Medicine Technologies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tariq Sadiq is a Reader and Consultant Physician in the Institute of Infection and Immunity at St George’s University of London. He specializes in sexual health and HIV medicine, combining clinical practice with extensive academic research. His roles include leading the St George’s Public Health England Translational and Diagnostic Evaluation Network, a multi-center infrastructure for diagnostic trials across England and Wales. Dr. Sadiq also directs the eSTI2 consortium, focusing on translating molecular and e-health technologies into clinical diagnostics. Education: MB ChB (Medicine), University of Southampton, 1989 Specialist Training in Genitourinary Medicine, 2000 MD (University College London, 2005), investigating bacterial STIs’ impact on HIV in the genital tract during antiretroviral therapy. Research Interests: Dr. Sadiq’s work spans STI pathogenesis, personalized medicine (e.g., pharmacogenetics in African populations), and rapid diagnostic technologies. He has pioneered polymicrobial STI diagnostics and discovered genetic markers affecting drug metabolism in HIV-positive patients. His current projects include e-healthcare innovations and genomic biomarker discovery. Funding & Grants: Supported by the Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust, and National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). Labs/Teams: Leads the eSTI2 consortium and the Public Health England network, collaborating with industry partners to develop diagnostic tools.

Charu Kaushicمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• HIV/AIDS Research
• Reproductive Immunology
• Mucosal Immunity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charu Kaushic is a Professor in the Department of Medicine within McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences. She is a leading researcher in reproductive immunology with a specific focus on HIV transmission and mucosal immunity in the female reproductive tract. Her work bridges basic science with clinical applications, particularly in understanding how sex hormones influence susceptibility to sexually transmitted infections. Her research interests span HIV/AIDS pathogenesis, mucosal immunology of the female reproductive tract, the role of sex hormones in immune regulation, vaginal microbiome dynamics, and development of gender-specific prevention strategies. Dr. Kaushic has made significant contributions to understanding how hormonal contraceptives like DMPA affect HIV susceptibility and how the vaginal microbiome interacts with host immunity. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus connecting immunology, virology, microbiome science, and women's health. Her work increasingly addresses the intersection of HIV research with other health conditions including mental health, long-term effects of viral infections, and health disparities affecting marginalized populations. Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (2023) Dr. Kaushic leads the Kaushic Lab at McMaster University, where her team investigates the complex interactions between sex hormones, the vaginal microbiome, and mucosal immunity. Her research program has been supported by multiple CIHR grants and she plays a key role in the Canadian HIV Women's Sexual and Reproductive Health Cohort Study (CHIWOS). She teaches advanced immunology courses including Current Topics in Mucosal Immunology (MEDSCI 725) and Advanced Concepts in Immunology (HTHSCI 4II3).

Michelle Meyerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Biology
• Non-Coding RNA Discovery and Validation
• Molecular Evolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michelle Meyer is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Biology Department at Boston College. Her research focuses on understanding the roles and evolution of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) in bacteria, combining computational and experimental approaches. She investigates how ncRNAs regulate gene expression, impact organismal fitness, and evolve across diverse bacterial species. Her work integrates genomics, transcriptomics, and high-throughput experimental techniques. Education: Ph.D., California Institute of Technology B.S./B.A., Rice University Research Interests: Computational biology Non-coding RNA discovery and validation Molecular evolution RNA structure and function Bacterial gene regulation Recent Research Trends: Her publications emphasize RNA regulatory networks in pathogens like Streptococcus pneumoniae , co-evolution of ribosomal proteins and RNAs, and applications of graphene-based biosensors for viral detection. Key findings include the role of ncRNAs in bacterial virulence and fitness under stress conditions. Awards: 2022 Zuckerkandl Prize (2023) 2021 Zuckerkandl Prize (2022) Advising & Grants: Supervises a multidisciplinary team of graduate students, postdocs, and undergrads. Alumni include researchers at Stanford University and UMass Chan Medical School. Collaborates with the Burch Lab on biosensor technology. Labs/Teams: Leads the Meyer Lab at Boston College, focusing on RNA evolution and function in bacteria. Active in developing computational tools for ncRNA discovery and validation.

• Infectious Diseases
• Medical Microbiology
• Public Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christina Muzny is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), with secondary appointments in Epidemiology (School of Public Health) and Obstetrics & Gynecology. She holds senior scientist roles in multiple UAB centers, including the Center for AIDS Research and the Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Her research focuses on bacterial vaginosis, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and HIV/AIDS, with grants from the NIAID. She is Medical Director of the UAB ID Vaginitis Clinic and chairs the UAB Institutional Review Board. Education: MD from Texas A&M University, MS in Public Health from UAB. Expertise: STI pathogenesis, vaginal microbiome dynamics, clinical trials for STI treatments (e.g., secnidazole). Grants: R01/R21 NIH funding for bacterial vaginosis studies. Her work bridges clinical care and research, emphasizing translational approaches to combat STIs and improve women's health. She mentors students, including Keonte J Graves for thesis/dissertation committees.

Stephen Cummingsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Communities
• Polymicrobial Infections
• Cystic Fibrosis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Stephen Cummings is Dean of the School of Science, Engineering & Design and holds a Chair in Microbiology at Teesside University. He earned his Biological Sciences degree from Plymouth Polytechnic and a PhD in Microbial Physiology from the University of Sheffield. His research focuses on microbial communities in polymicrobial infections, utilizing omics technologies and mathematical models to study diseases like cystic fibrosis and necrotizing enterocolitis. He leads the NIHR EME-funded MAGPIE project examining preterm infant gut mechanisms. Editor of Journal of Applied Microbiology and Letters in Applied Microbiology , he collaborates with global institutions including Newcastle Medical School and Baylor College of Medicine. Education: BSc Biological Sciences, Plymouth Polytechnic PhD Microbial Physiology, University of Sheffield Research Interests: Microbial ecology in clinical contexts, antibiotic resistance, nitrogen-fixing bacteria in agriculture. Uses multi-omic approaches to study respiratory infections, preterm infant sepsis, and vaginosis in Burkina Faso. Collaborates with clinicians to translate findings into improved patient care. Awards & Collaborations: NIHR EME award (2016), Danone/HEIF grant (2013). Partners with researchers in Australia, Japan, Pakistan, and Turkey. Editorial roles at major microbiology journals. Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams at Teesside University, collaborating with CEH Oxford, Houston’s Baylor College of Medicine, and the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine.

Tianyu Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Modeling
• Biofilm Dynamics
• Scientific Computation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tianyu Zhang Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Montana State University, affiliated with the Center for Biofilm Engineering (CBE) and the College of Letters & Science. Specializes in mathematical modeling, scientific computation, and numerical analysis with a focus on biofilm dynamics and biomineralization processes. Education Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Minnesota (2006) M.S. in Mathematics, Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (2000) B.S. in Mathematics, Peking University (1998) Research Interests Dr. Zhang's work integrates mathematical modeling with environmental and biomedical applications, particularly in biofilm systems. Key areas include: Phase-field modeling of biofilm-biofluid interactions Biomineralization processes in porous media Environmental engineering challenges in wastewater treatment and PFAS mitigation Numerical analysis of partial differential equations Grants & Awards Recipient of the 2022 Stannard Teaching Award. Active grants include NSF-funded projects on ML/AI-assisted microbial metabolic models and collaborative selenium remediation technologies. Labs & Affiliations Principal investigator in the CBE, collaborating on multiphase biofilm models. Teaches advanced courses in applied mathematics and numerical methods at MSU.