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Andrew Trumanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Biology
• Proteomics
• Cancer Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew Truman, PhD, is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. His research focuses on molecular chaperones, particularly Hsp70, exploring their roles in cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and cellular stress responses. His lab investigates post-translational modifications (the 'Chaperone Code') and client interactions, using interdisciplinary approaches including biochemistry, proteomics, and model organisms. Dr. Truman’s laboratory is part of the Charlotte Group for Proteostasis Research (CGPR), a network studying protein homeostasis across diverse systems. His lab occupies 1,200 sq. ft. in Woodward Hall, equipped with dedicated cell culture facilities. Research areas include Hsp70’s role in neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., ALS, Alzheimer’s), cancer drug resistance mechanisms, and evolutionary chaperone function in marine organisms. His lab actively recruits undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers. Key projects include understanding Hsp70 phosphorylation’s impact on tumorigenesis, aging, and host-pathogen interactions, as well as developing CRISPR-based tools to study chaperone function. Funding supports PhD positions and collaborative projects with CGPR members. Lab collaborations span proteostasis networks, with a focus on translating basic science into clinical applications. Dr. Truman’s work emphasizes hands-on training for students in purified protein analysis, yeast genetics, and mammalian cell models.

• Child Welfare
• Family Dynamics
• Social Work
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Øyvind Kvello is a Professor at the Department of Social Work, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His work focuses on child welfare, family dynamics, and clinical practices in social work. He has authored numerous books and articles on topics such as parenting interventions, child development, trauma resilience, and systemic family therapy. His research emphasizes evidence-based approaches to child protection and youth mental health. Education: Holds a doctoral dissertation titled "Barns vennskap: Empiri- og teorigjennomgang" (2006). Research Interests: Child welfare systems, parental guidance, communication with children, trauma-informed care, and systemic interventions in family dynamics. His work bridges clinical practice and policy, aiming to improve outcomes for vulnerable children and families. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, books, and reports since 2001, including key works like "Håndbok i foreldreveiledning" (2024) and "Kommunikasjon med barn" (2023). Recent focus areas include collaborative mental health interventions and child custody evaluations. Labs/Teams: Engaged in interdisciplinary teams addressing child protection, family therapy, and municipal service evaluations. Collaborates with institutions like the Norwegian Child Welfare Board and municipalities on systemic reforms.

• Public Health
• Migration Studies
• Global Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nirmal Aryal is a part-time Researcher in the Department of Nursing Sciences at Bournemouth University , actively contributing to the Faculty of Health & Social Sciences . He collaborates extensively with Dr. Pramod Regmi and Prof. Edwin van Teijlingen on migrant health issues. Key research areas: Public Health, Migration Studies, Chronic Kidney Disease, Pandemic Response Active in Nepal, Malaysia, Qatar, and the UK Research Focus: Aryal's work examines health vulnerabilities of Nepalese migrant workers, including: Kidney disease risks from occupational hazards Mental health during migration cycles Dengue and food safety KAP (knowledge, attitudes, practices) Impact of federalization on Nepal's health system Pre-departure training effectiveness Stigma and discrimination patterns Article Trends: His 15 most recent publications focus on Southeast Asian migrant health, emphasizing chronic disease (42%), infectious disease (28%), and sociocultural factors (30%). Common subtopics include workplace safety, health literacy, and policy gaps. Advising & Grants: Aryal collaborates with PhD students like Yagya Adhikari and Anjana Regmi Paudyal. Funded by: The Colt Foundation (UK) US Department of State's anti-trafficking initiative ($4M ENSURE project) MRC/FCDO/Wellcome Trust/ESRC Health Systems Research Initiative

Kevin Copeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Law and Political Economy
• Empirical Legal Studies
• Comparative Immigration Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kevin Cope serves as Associate Professor of Law and Public Policy at the University of Virginia School of Law, where he has been faculty since 2019. He also holds affiliated positions as Associated Faculty in the Department of Politics and previously served as a Visiting Professor at Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas University School of Law (2023-24). His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Michigan (2020), an LL.M. with focus on International Law from Georgetown University Law Center (2012), and a J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law (2004). Cope's research spans law and political science, with primary focus on empirical legal studies, political-legal decision-making, immigration law, human and civil rights, and judicial ideology. His methodological approach combines empirical, comparative, and formal theoretical frameworks to analyze how legal institutions function within broader political contexts. He has made significant contributions to understanding constitutional rights during crises, the measurement of judicial ideology, and the global evolution of foreign relations law. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with both theoretical and practical legal questions, reflected in his 15 most recent publications spanning constitutional law, international law, immigration policy, and empirical legal methodology. These works reveal a trajectory of increasingly sophisticated methodological approaches to legal questions, with recent publications emphasizing quantitative and experimental techniques for measuring legal concepts traditionally considered abstract or subjective. Fellow of the Society for Empirical Legal Studies Rackham Summer Award research grant ($8000), University of Michigan (2016) University Research Initiative Grant ($7500), Center for Global Inquiry + Innovation (2016-17) LL.M., Dean's List & With Distinction, Georgetown University Law Center (2012) Cope maintains an active role in legal education and public discourse, having served as co-editor of the Oxford University Handbook on Comparative Immigration Law and contributed analysis to major media outlets including The Atlantic, Washington Post, FiveThirtyEight, and NPR's All Things Considered. His teaching portfolio at UVA includes Constitutional Law II, Torts, Immigration Law, The Law of Treaties, and Federal Judicial Process, reflecting the breadth of his expertise across both doctrinal and theoretical legal domains.

Joerg Gsponerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Protein Interactions
• Intrinsically Disordered Proteins
• Molecular Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Joerg Gsponer is a Professor and Head of the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine. He directs the Gsponer Lab at the Centre for High-Throughput Biology (CHiBi), focusing on intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs), protein interaction networks, and their implications in neurodegeneration and cancer. His lab develops computational tools like GraPES, LIST, and IDRBind to study biomolecular condensates and protein interactions. Education: MD, University of Lausanne (1997) PhD in Biochemistry, University of Zurich (2002) Post-doctoral Fellow, University of Cambridge (2003) MRC Research Fellow, Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge (2006) Research Interests: Gsponer's work explores how IDPs regulate cellular signaling and disease. Key areas include: 1) Dynamics of protein-DNA/RNA interactions; 2) Phase separation in biomolecular condensates; 3) Autoinhibition mechanisms in cancer; 4) Computational modeling of protein networks; and 5) High-throughput methods for interactome mapping. Publications: Recent articles emphasize computational biophysics (e.g., AlphaFold applications), phase separation, autoinhibition in cancer, and neurodegenerative pathways. Trends include integrative modeling, tool development for disorder prediction, and translational insights into therapeutic targets. Awards: None listed. Advising & Tools: Gsponer mentors students and postdocs in structural/computational biology. His lab created open-access resources like the Autoinhibited Protein Database and NeuroGeM (genetic modifiers in neurodegeneration). Lab & Teams: The Gsponer Lab collaborates globally on proteomics, NMR, and machine-learning projects. Key members include Jennifer M. Bui and Nawar Malhis.

Rianne van Dijkمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Family Dynamics after Divorce
• Youth Participation in Research
• Parent-Child Relationships
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rianne van Dijk is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Social and Behavioural Sciences school, specifically within the Education and Pedagogy department. Her research focuses on family dynamics and children's psychosocial adjustment after parental separation, with expertise in divorce and children , youth participation in research , and parent-child relationships . She specializes in longitudinal studies across micro, meso, and macro time scales, meta-analyses, and multilevel modeling. Principal investigator in the Listen! project about child participation in divorce proceedings Research on divorce support effectiveness with iHub and Sterk Huis Supervisor of PhD project: It takes two: Studying parent-adolescent interactions Her methodological skills include interdisciplinary education, quantitative research design, and family systems theory application. She teaches in Bachelor's, Master's, and Research Master's programs, covering topics like family break-up and pedagogy. Key research areas align with Utrecht's Dynamics of Youth theme. Contact: r.vandijk@uu.nl Selected publications analyze boundary diffusion in post-divorce families, physical health outcomes in divorced families, sibling relationship impacts, and meta-analytic approaches to interparental conflict. She completed her PhD in 2022 with the dissertation Family Break-up, System Break-down , available via Utrecht University's repository. Projects like Listen! and Does divorce support work? involve collaboration with family law experts, mediators, and practical institutions. Studies use mixed methods including online questionnaires, youth weekly journals, interviews, and observations of mediator interactions. Privacy is maintained through anonymous data handling and secure storage protocols.

S. Murty Srinivasulaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Apoptosis
• Ubiquitination
• Mitochondrial Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor S. Murty Srinivasula is a distinguished molecular biologist currently serving as Professor at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram (IISER TVM), where he also holds the position of Deputy Director (June 2022-May 2025). His academic journey includes significant roles as Officiating Director (Feb-March 2019), Professor in-charge (Admin) (May 2019–May 2022), and Registrar (May 2019-May 2021) at IISER TVM, along with chairing the School of Biology (2012–2014) and serving as Dean of Student Affairs (2013–2015). Professor Srinivasula received his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, following M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Biochemistry and Chemistry/Mathematics/Physics respectively from Andhra University, Waltair. Prior to joining IISER TVM, he had an extensive research career in the United States, serving as Principal Investigator at the National Cancer Institute, NIH (2003-12), and holding research positions at Thomas Jefferson University and Albert Einstein Medical Center. His research focuses on the intricate mechanisms of cell death pathways, particularly apoptosis and autophagy, with emphasis on ubiquitination processes, mitochondrial dynamics, and innate immune responses. Professor Srinivasula's laboratory has made significant contributions to understanding E3 ubiquitin ligases (particularly RFFL and CARP family proteins), their roles in regulating mitochondrial morphology, protein quality control, and cellular stress responses. His work bridges fundamental molecular mechanisms with potential therapeutic applications in cancer and neurodegenerative diseases. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a continued focus on ubiquitin-mediated protein regulation, with particular emphasis on RFFL's role in mitochondrial dynamics, CARP proteins in regulating protein aggregation, and connections between innate immune signaling and cellular quality control mechanisms. His research increasingly incorporates advanced imaging techniques and nanotechnology applications, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach to complex biological questions. Professor Srinivasula has held numerous leadership positions within IISER TVM, serving on the Board of Governors, Finance Committee, Building and Works Committee, Senate, and Institutional Biosafety Committee. He has also chaired the Institutional Animal Ethics Committee and Institutional Standard Purchase Committee, demonstrating his commitment to institutional governance and research ethics. His laboratory maintains active collaborations with researchers across India and internationally, with recent work showing strong connections between basic mechanisms of protein regulation and potential applications in cancer therapy and infectious disease. The lab has developed expertise in advanced microscopy techniques, including home-built simultaneous multiple-level magnification selective plane illumination microscopy systems for studying dynamic cellular processes.

Germana Meroniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Molecular genetics
• Biomedicine
• Ubiquitination
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Germana Meroni is an Associate Professor of Genetics at the University of Trieste, leading research on the TRIM family of E3 ubiquitin ligases in genetic diseases. Her work spans molecular genetics, biomedicine, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Biomedical Research Group: Ubiquitination in genetic diseases Doctoral Studies Coordinator: Cycles XXXII-XXXVIII in Molecular Biomedicine Research Projects: MID1 membraneless organelles, TRIM32 pathologies, and ubiquitination mechanisms Her research focuses on TRIM proteins' roles in ubiquitination, particularly in Opitz Syndrome (MID1/TRIM18) and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy (TRIM32). She investigates E3 ligase specificity, substrate interactions, and cytoskeletal regulation through extensive patient screening and mouse models. Recent studies highlight ubiquitination's impact on neuronal homeostasis, microtubule dynamics, and disease-specific substrates. Her publications cover genetic syndromes, enzyme kinetics, and protein localization mechanisms. Current group members include post-doctoral fellows and PhD students working on muscle differentiation, cerebellar development, and ubiquitin chain topology. Former students hold positions at institutions like TIGEM, Novartis, and EMBL.

Matt Dykasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Psychology
• Socioemotional Development
• Parenting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matt Dykas is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at SUNY Oswego, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He serves as Director of the Child Advocacy Studies program and leads initiatives such as Prevention Support Partners and the Central New York Attachment Network . Post-Doc, Family Violence & Child Maltreatment - University of New Hampshire, 2007 Ph.D., Developmental Psychology - University of Maryland, 2006 MA, Developmental Psychology - University of Maryland, 2003 BA, Psychology and Religious Studies - Fairfield University, 2000 His research focuses on socioemotional development, cognitive representations in family relationships, and social information processing in children and adolescents. Recent work examines attachment theory, parenting dynamics, and the impact of environmental stressors on developmental outcomes. Publications span attachment-related memory biases, moral injury in veterans, and adolescent social adjustment. Teaching responsibilities include courses in developmental psychology, educational psychology, and prevention science.

Jessica A. Kulakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Substance Use and Misuse
• Tobacco Regulatory Science
• Mental Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jessica A. Kulak is a Clinical Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies (MS and PhD Programs) in the Department of Community Health and Health Behavior at the University at Buffalo's School of Public Health and Health Professions. Her research focuses on substance use, mental health in military familial relationships, and vulnerable populations. She holds a PhD and MPH in Community Health from UB, an MS in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Rochester, and a BS in Psychology/Health Science from SUNY Brockport. Education: PhD: Community Health and Health Behavior, SUNY Buffalo (20xx) MPH: Community Health and Health Behavior, SUNY Buffalo (20xx) MS: School and Community Mental Health Counseling, University of Rochester (20xx) BS: Psychology and Health Science, SUNY Brockport (20xx) Research Interests: Dr. Kulak's work addresses substance use patterns in military populations (e.g., reservists, National Guard), cannabis administration modes among youth, tobacco regulatory science, and mental health dynamics in military families. She has explored topics like anti-tobacco message efficacy and recovery capital trajectories in treatment court clients. Her research often bridges public health policy with clinical practice. Recent Research Themes: Over recent years, her studies have emphasized military reservists' substance use correlates, longitudinal recovery capital analysis, and cannabis use perceptions across diverse populations. She also investigates age-related differences in public health messaging retention. Affiliations: American College Health Association American Public Health Association College on Problems of Drug Dependence Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Academic Leadership: As Director of Graduate Studies, she oversees MS/PhD programs and maintains teaching roles in public health education, including maintaining course quality across modalities. Her NRSA Fellowship at the Jacobs School of Medicine and prior teaching appointments at Buffalo State College/SUNY Brockport highlight her academic versatility.

Julien F Rocheمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biochemistry
• Biophysics
• Molecular Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julien F Roche is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology at Iowa State University. His research focuses on understanding protein dynamics, folding mechanisms, and structural biology using advanced techniques like high-pressure NMR spectroscopy. He specializes in studying HIV protease dynamics, drug resistance mechanisms, and the structural basis of protein function in cellular processes such as transcriptional regulation and RNA-protein interactions. Key research interests include: protein conformational landscapes under stress, intrinsic disorder in signaling proteins, and the interplay between protein structure and function in disease contexts such as neurodevelopmental disorders and viral pathogenesis. His work integrates experimental biophysics with computational modeling, as seen in studies like the ScanFold approach for genome-wide RNA structural analysis (2018) and molecular dynamics simulations of DISC1 proteins (2019). Recent studies (2021-2025) highlight innovations in high-pressure NMR for detecting low-lying conformational states and elucidating the molecular mechanisms of enzyme activity regulation. Roche's research spans from fundamental protein science to applied areas like antiviral drug design, with a focus on understanding how environmental pressures (e.g., high pressure, drug binding) reshape protein behavior and stability.

Rob Georgeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Family Law
• Child Law
• International Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Rob George KC is a leading academic and legal practitioner at University College London (UCL) , holding the title of Professor of Law and Policy in the Faculty of Laws since 2021. He joined UCL in 2014 and combines his academic role with a prominent practice as a Barrister at Harcourt Chambers , where he was appointed King's Counsel in 2025. His expertise spans international family law , focusing on child abduction , jurisdictional disputes , and relocation cases , alongside domestic issues like parental responsibility and family finance . Education: DPhil in Family Law, University of Oxford (2010) MSc in Social Policy, University of Oxford (2006) BA in Jurisprudence, University of Oxford (2005) His research integrates doctrinal analysis and empirical studies to examine how legal principles are applied in family court practice. Recent publications (2024-2025) address social policy implications in family law, inherent jurisdiction evolution, and international relocation frameworks. These works often highlight cross-border dynamics and child welfare in legal systems. Scientific Awards: King's Counsel (2025) International Family Lawyer of the Year (2021) Family Case of the Year (2021) Advocate Bar Pro Bono Awards – Special Mention (2024) International Family Lawyer of the Year (shortlisted, 2018) As an educator, he teaches Family Law (LLB) and Children and their Rights (LLM) at UCL, and contributes to the Laws Connections introductory module. His policy roles include service as Special Advisor to the House of Lords Select Committee on the Children and Families Act 2014 and editorial contributions to the Journal of Social Welfare and Family Law . He actively participates in the International Family Justice Committee chaired by Moylan LJ, shaping global family law standards.

Sarah Foleyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Developmental Psychology
• Family Dynamics
• Child Wellbeing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah Foley is a Lecturer in Developmental Psychology at the Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh, and a Fellow of Advance HE. She specializes in family dynamics, child wellbeing, and parenting arrangements in diverse family structures. Her research is funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), including a current New Investigators Grant exploring shared parenting post-divorce and a prior Post-Doctoral Fellowship examining co-parenting experiences. Dr. Foley’s work bridges observational and quantitative methods to inform evidence-based family support strategies. Education : BA (Hons) Social and Political Sciences, University of Cambridge PhD in Developmental Psychology, University of Cambridge Research Focus : Her research examines parent-child relationships, family functioning, and child outcomes in non-traditional family forms (e.g., elective co-parenting, assisted reproduction). Key areas include post-separation family adjustment, parent mind-mindedness, and shared care arrangements. She collaborates with stakeholders like mediators and charities to translate findings into practical interventions. Awards : ESRC Post-Doctoral Fellowship ESRC New Investigators Grant Fellow of Advance HE Teaching & Supervision : Dr. Foley teaches courses on child development in education, including Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Wellbeing . She welcomes PhD students exploring family dynamics or developmental psychology. Labs/Teams : She leads the Parenting After Divorce or Separation Study , a multi-method project funded by ESRC to understand family life and children’s experiences in shared parenting arrangements post-separation. The team includes researchers like Rawan Abdelaal and collaborators across UK institutions.

Ali Dayiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Clinical Psychology
• Mental Health
• Addiction Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ali Dayi currently serves as a Doctor Lecturer at Beykent University's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Internal Medical Sciences, and previously held roles as a Research Assistant at Eskişehir Osmangazi University (2009–2013) and an Associate Lecturer in Psychology at Beykent University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences (2016–2020). He is also the current Head of the Department of Internal Medical Sciences at Beykent University. His research focuses on mental health issues in youth, including the impact of social media addiction on self-esteem, anxiety, and cognitive distortions. He has also investigated substance use among students, family dynamics in codependency, and maternal anxiety in cases of childhood food refusal. His work integrates clinical psychology, psychopathology, and public health perspectives. Dr. Dayi has authored over 11 peer-reviewed articles, 9 conference presentations, and contributed a chapter to the book Multidisciplinary Approach to Chest Pain (2019). His teaching spans courses like Clinical Psychology, Adult Psychopathology, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. He holds a certificate in Supportive Psychotherapy Practitioner from Beykent University (2015) and has supervised numerous master's theses addressing topics such as attachment styles, risky behaviors in adolescents, and post-traumatic stress in refugee children. His academic contributions emphasize bridging clinical practice with research, particularly in addiction studies, youth mental health, and family dynamics.

• Family Pedagogy
• Early Childhood Education
• Parenting Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ewelina Świdrak is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Family Pedagogy, Institute of Pedagogy, Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. Her research integrates historical and contemporary perspectives on family education, early childhood institutions, and pedagogical mentorship. Research Focus: Her work spans family pedagogy dynamics, crisis adaptation in nurseries, intergenerational parenting, and mentor training in teacher education. She emphasizes Poland’s socio-historical contexts, particularly institutional childcare evolution from the early 20th century to post-WWII reforms. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2020-2025) analyze nursery-family cooperation models, parental anxiety predictors, and historical childcare functions. Methodologically, she employs case studies (e.g., Lublin nurseries) and theoretical frameworks like Stefan Kunowski’s integral development theory. Awards & Recognition: Bronze Medal for Long Service (2022) Team Award for organizational excellence from KUL Rector (2015) Projects & Leadership: She has led national research initiatives including studies on infant/toddler upbringing in historical Poland (NCN-funded) and school-to-career transitions for youth (EU-funded). She frequently organizes conferences on family pedagogy and mentoring.