جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Gut Microbiology
• Microbial Ecology
• Prebiotics and Probiotics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Karen Scott is a Personal Chair in the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition at the University of Aberdeen, where she leads research in gut microbiology at the Rowett Institute. She earned her BSc in Biochemistry from the same institution and completed her PhD in Molecular Biology of plant viruses at the Scottish Crop Research Institute. She has been an active researcher at the Rowett Institute since the completion of her PhD. Research Interests: Molecular mechanisms of dietary fiber and prebiotic utilization by gut bacteria Dietary modulation of gut microbiota composition and activity Development and evolution of the gut microbiota across the lifespan Health benefits of oats and barley Antimicrobial resistance gene dynamics in gut bacteria Genetic manipulation of anaerobic gut bacteria Discovery and development of next-generation probiotics Her recent research, reflected in her publications, spans high-impact topics including the role of probiotics in antibiotic-perturbed microbiota, classification of prebiotics, gut-brain interactions in aging, and butyrate-producing bacteria as probiotics. Her work increasingly integrates microbial genomics, metabolic analysis, and human clinical studies. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2022, 2023) Runner-up, International Global Grants for Gut Health Nature Awards Research Group Prize (2023) President of ISAPP (2016–2019) Advising and Grants: She is primary supervisor for three PhD students and co-supervisor for two others. Her research is supported by diverse funding sources, including the Scottish Government (HEI Partnership grant, RESAS funding), commercial partners like A Vogel, and international government-funded PhD studentships (Jordan, Kuwait). She leads projects on antibiotic resistance in the food chain, prebiotics for IBS, and bile salt hydrolase effects on energy balance. Laboratory and Collaborations: She leads the Microbial Ecology Group at the Rowett Institute and co-directs the Centre for Bacteria in Health and Disease. She collaborates with researchers at JHI, Moredun, SRUC, UHI, and various UK and EU universities. Her lab specializes in anaerobic bacterial culturing, genetic manipulation, and microbiome analysis.

Heather Armstrongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Autoimmune disease
• Cancer
• Diet
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Heather Armstrong is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, and holds a faculty position at the University of Alberta. Her research focuses on the intersection of diet, microbiome, and immune dysfunction in autoimmune diseases, cancer, and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). She leads multi-disciplinary teams investigating translational models of dysbiosis-related pathologies. Education: PhD-MED in Medicine (University of Adelaide, 2016), MSc in Cell Biology (University of Alberta, 2012), BSc in Biological Sciences (University of Alberta, 2010). Research emphasizes dietary fibers' dual roles in health and disease, microbial metabolite signaling, and interferon pathways in gut immunity. Her work bridges basic science and clinical applications, particularly in personalized medicine approaches for IBD. Awards include the 2024 CIHR Outstanding Reviewer Award, Terry G. Falconer Emerging Researcher Award, and global recognition as a member of the Global Young Academy. She collaborates with institutions like the Manitoba Centre for Proteomics and the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute.

• Biomineralization
• Bone Tissue Engineering
• Origins of Life
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nita Sahai is a Professor and Ohio Research Scholar at The University of Akron's School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering since 2011. She previously held a full professorship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Department of Geoscience for 11 years. Education: Ph.D. in Geochemistry (1997) from Johns Hopkins University, M.S. (1992) and B.Sc. (1990) from University of Rochester and St. Xavier’s College respectively. Her research bridges biomineralization and origins of life studies, focusing on molecular interactions between biological systems and mineral surfaces. Key areas include bone-tissue engineering, non-enzymatic polymerization, and planetary habitability modeling. Recent work explores chiral selectivity in catalytic systems (2020-2023), iron snow mechanisms on Europa (2024), and antimicrobial hydroxyapatite materials (2024). Her 15 most recent publications span Science , PNAS , and ACS journals. Scientific Recognition: 2021: Ranked among world’s top 2% scientists (Stanford University) 1998-2002: NSF Earth Sciences Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Grants include continuous NSF funding (2004-2024) for projects on mineral-promoted RNA polymerization, protocell evolution, and biomedical material development. She leads the Sahai Research Group , mentoring postdocs and graduate students in experimental and computational studies of mineral-biomolecule interfaces.

Johannes Jägerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Evolutionary Systems Biology
• Philosophy of Science
• Organismic Agency
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Johannes Jäger is an evolutionary systems biologist and philosopher currently serving as Associate Faculty at the Complexity Science Hub (CSH) in Vienna and Project Leader in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Vienna. He is also a Scholar at the Ronin Institute, reflecting his independent yet deeply collaborative academic profile. His work bridges biology, philosophy, and transdisciplinary innovation. His research focuses on the evolution of complex regulatory systems, organismic agency, and the nature of innovation in both biological and academic contexts. He is a strong advocate for open science and has developed unique transdisciplinary workshops that foster collaboration across fields. His interests include process philosophy, perspectivism, and the limitations of mechanistic explanation in biology. The recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with foundational questions in evolutionary theory, systems biology, and philosophy of science. Themes include molecular complexity (Assembly Theory), biological agency, and the evolutionary origins of gene regulatory mechanisms like RNA interference. These works demonstrate a synthesis of theoretical biology and philosophical analysis. D’Alembert Research Chair 2020/21 at Institut d’Études Avancées (IEA) Paris Fellow of the Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin Johannes leads the John Templeton Foundation-funded project "Pushing the Boundaries: Agency, Evolution, and the Dynamic Emergence of Expanding Possibilities" in collaboration with Prof. Tarja Knuuttila at the University of Vienna. He mentors early-career academics through retreats and workshops focused on academic flourishing and metamodern personal development. He also offers philosophy courses for researchers and facilitates arts-science collaborations. He is actively involved in public engagement, including a featured episode on the "Brain Inspired" podcast, and leads the arts-science project "The Zone." His educational initiatives and transdisciplinary formats emphasize collaborative knowledge creation and resilience in modern academia.

Katerina Theodoridouمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Animal Science
• Ruminant Nutrition
• Sustainable Agriculture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Katerina Theodoridou is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Biological Sciences, Queen's University Belfast, affiliated with the Institute for Global Food Security. Her research focuses on developing nutritional strategies to enhance ruminant productivity while reducing environmental impacts through bioactive compounds like tannins, algae, and insect-based feeds. 2016: Industry award prize winner at BSAS conference 2016: External Associate Researcher position at University of Saskatchewan 2017: Edgar Pyle Research Scholarship awarded to Mairead Campbell under her supervision 2022: Two awards for Joshua Thompson's research in sustainable forages and GHG journal publication Her work employs in vitro , in situ , and in vivo methodologies alongside spectroscopy (FTIR, NIR, SRFTIRM) to analyze nutrient molecular structures and ruminal fermentation. Current projects include evaluating algae extracts, willow silvopastoral systems, and crossbreeding impacts on methane emissions. Recent publications emphasize feed additives for methane reduction , nutrient circularity , and microbiome manipulation . Research spans ruminant species , poultry , and aquaculture , reflecting interdisciplinary collaboration. BSAS Conference (2016) : Industry award prize University of Saskatchewan (2016) : Associate Researcher position Student Awards : Joshua Thompson (2022): Best Poster in Sustainable Forages Mairead Campbell (2017): Edgar Pyle Research Scholarship She supervises PhD students in ruminant nutrition and contributes to policy panels (e.g., BBSRC Sustainable Aquaculture Panel) and journal editorial work (Frontiers in Animal Science). Her research aligns with One Health principles and net-zero agricultural goals .

Marc Delarueمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Biology
• Computational Structural Biology
• DNA Repair
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Marc Delarue is a Professor and Head of Structure at the Laboratory of Architecture and Dynamics of Biological Macromolecules, part of the Department of Structural Biology and Chemistry at the Institut Pasteur in Paris, France. He leads multiple research projects focused on DNA repair, DNA replication, ion channels, and computational structural biology. Institution: Institut Pasteur School: Department of Structural Biology and Chemistry Department: Architecture and Dynamics of Biological Macromolecules Role: Head of Structure, Principal Investigator His research integrates experimental and computational approaches, including X-ray crystallography, cryo-EM, molecular dynamics, and electrostatic modeling, to understand macromolecular structure-function relationships. Key interests include DNA polymerases, NHEJ repair in cancer, ligand-gated ion channels, and the development of simulation software such as MinActionPath and NOMAD-Ref. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in structural mechanisms of DNA-processing enzymes, ion channel pharmacology, and computational modeling of macromolecular transitions. These works frequently appear in high-impact journals and involve collaborations across disciplines and institutions. Marc Delarue has mentored numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, including Jérémie Piton, Jerome Gouge, Frederic Poitevin, and Leonardo Betancurt Anzola. His projects are supported by internal and transversal funding initiatives at the Institut Pasteur, such as the Cancer Initiative and INCEPTION convergence program, though specific grant names are not detailed. He is actively involved in software development for structural bioinformatics, leading projects like MinActionPath and NOMAD-Ref, which are used to simulate conformational changes and analyze dynamics in large macromolecular complexes.

Colin Kayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nutritional Biochemistry
• Metabolomics
• Precision Nutrition
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Colin Kay is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), affiliated with the College of Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics. He serves as Director of the Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center (ACNC) and Director of Precision Health Research at the Arkansas Children's Research Institute (ACRI), leading cutting-edge research in nutrition and metabolic health. Education: Ph.D. in Nutritional Biochemistry, University of Guelph, Canada Postdoctoral Training in Human Vascular Interventions, Pennsylvania State University Dr. Kay's research centers on dietary phytochemical metabolism and its biological impact, with a focus on developing metabolomic methodologies to understand how food components contribute to the human metabolome. His work has led to the creation of the MetaboFood® database, a comprehensive resource linking food composition with metabolic and disease pathways to advance precision nutrition. His expertise spans nutritional biochemistry, metabolomics, maternal and child health, and systems biology. The recent research outputs reflect a strong trend in maternal and child metabolic health, environmental influences on development, gut microbiome dynamics, and neurodevelopmental outcomes. His work integrates metabolomics, systems biology, and translational approaches to address complex health challenges across the lifespan, particularly in early life. Scientific Awards: David H. Murdock Distinguished Professor of Translational Nutrition Dr. Kay has held faculty positions at North Carolina State University and the University of East Anglia, UK, and has led major research initiatives. His leadership in developing the MetaboFood® database and directing large research centers indicates significant grant funding and team mentorship. He likely advises graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, though no specific names are listed. His work bridges nutrition science, clinical pediatrics, and public health, with implications for policy and personalized health interventions. He leads research teams at the Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center and the Arkansas Children's Research Institute, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations in precision health, metabolomics, and child development.

Anton Ficaiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Nanotechnology
• Inorganic Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anton Ficai is a Professor at the Department of Science and Engineering of Oxide Materials and Nanomaterials, Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest. His expertise spans materials science, nanotechnology, and biomedical applications. Research Interests Materials Science Nanotechnology Biomaterials Biomedical Applications Inorganic Chemistry Recent research focuses on antimicrobial nanomaterials, bone tissue engineering, and functionalized composites using essential oils. His 2025 publications highlight innovations in bioactive glass, cyclodextrin complexes, and collagen-hydroxyapatite materials. Work includes applications in dentistry, wound healing, and environmental remediation, with emphasis on sustainable and multifunctional materials. Contact: anton.ficai@upb.ro Office: Building I, Room 103, University POLITEHNICA of Bucharest

Stephen Thompsonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Astrophysics
• Planetary Science
• Mineralogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stephen Thompson serves as Principal Beamline Scientist for I11 at Diamond Light Source, a UK national synchrotron facility at Harwell Science Campus. Since joining from Daresbury Laboratory in 2005, he has pioneered experimental capabilities for long-duration studies of planetary and cosmic materials under non-ambient conditions. His research centers on laboratory simulations of mineral evolution in circumstellar, interstellar, and planetary environments. Key interests include cosmic dust analogues, mineral precipitation in extraterrestrial oceans (particularly Europa), gas hydrate stability on Mars, and prebiotic molecule interactions with inorganic substrates. He employs X-ray powder diffraction, total scattering, SAXS, and spectroscopy to investigate amorphous silicates, clathrate hydrates, and hydrated mineral phases under simulated space conditions. Thompson's recent publications (2012-2021) reveal a dominant focus on experimental planetary science, with 60% addressing icy moon environments and cosmic dust analogues. His innovative microwave-based cosmic dust synthesis methods have attracted significant media attention, including features on CGTN Razor TV and German national radio. The work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between astrophysics, mineralogy, and astrobiology. As lead scientist for I11 beamline, he oversees a critical facility enabling in-situ studies of mineral formation under cryogenic, high-pressure, and reactive gas conditions. His technical developments, such as the slow-cooling-rate in situ cell, have expanded capabilities for simulating planetary aqueous environments across the solar system.

• Radiation Chemistry
• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Janusz Rak is a full Professor at the University of Gdańsk, affiliated with the Faculty of Chemistry and the Department of Physical Chemistry. He leads the Laboratory of Biological Sensitizers, focusing on radiosensitizers for cancer therapy and DNA damage mechanisms. His research spans radiation chemistry, biochemical processes in cancer cells, and computational modeling of molecular interactions. He investigates electron-induced DNA damage, halogenated nucleosides, and radiosensitizer development for hypoxic and prebiotic conditions. Recent publications highlight his work on SARS-CoV-2 protease inhibitors (2024), photoswitchable cisplatin analogs (2024), and thionucleoside stability (2024). Key subfields include molecular dynamics, enzyme catalysis, and supramolecular chemistry. Prof. Rak’s lab explores how modified nucleobases affect DNA radiosensitivity, with applications in radiation therapy and radiobiology. His team uses quantum chemistry, experimental radiolysis, and molecular modeling to study these systems.

Caroline Childsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nutritional Immunology
• Dietary Fatty Acids
• Probiotics and Prebiotics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Caroline Childs is Associate Professor in Nutritional Sciences at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Southampton. She serves as Programme Lead for BM6 medicine and Subject Lead for Nutrition and Metabolism, with expertise in diet-immune interactions and flow cytometry. BSc (Hons) and PhD from University of Southampton Postdoctoral work at University of Reading Academic appointments at Southampton Solent University and MRC Lifecourse Epidemiology Unit Her research explores how dietary fatty acids, probiotics, and antioxidants influence immune function, inflammation, and gut microbiome. Key themes include: Rhinovirus infection and antiviral immunity Nutritional modulation of aging immune systems Diet-brain-gut axis in depression Adipose tissue inflammation mechanisms Preconception maternal nutrition Flow cytometry applications in immunology Recent publications (2021-2025) focus on clinical trials of omega-3 supplements, probiotics, and malnutrition interventions, with keywords spanning immunology, nutrition, and gerontology. Shine a Light Faculty Award (2022) SUSU teaching awards (2018, 2020) ISSFAL top young investigator She supervises PhD students in nutritional sciences and holds editorial roles at Frontiers in Immunology and Nutrition Bulletin.

• Green Chemistry
• Catalysis
• Materials Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Manuela Facchin is a Researcher at the Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems, Ca' Foscari University of Venice . Her work focuses on Green Chemistry , Catalysis , and Sustainable Materials with applications in industrial ecology and environmental remediation. Research Focus: Catalytic systems development Projects: Ecodesign of PPE recycling, AI-powered air monitoring drones Recent publications analyze bio-based ligands , plastic waste challenges , and non-aqueous surfactant systems . She participates in international conferences on surfactants and astrobiology. Collaborative work includes teams with Valentina Beghetto, Vanessa Gatto, and Riccardo Samiolo. Funding sources include the Veneto Region's POR-ERDF program and FSC 2021-2027 initiatives.

Johannes le Coutreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cellular agriculture
• Food security
• Taste physiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Johannes le Coutre is a Professor of Food & Health at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), School of Chemical Engineering, where he joined in 2019. His research focuses on developing innovative solutions for sustainable food systems through cellular agriculture, with the goal of strengthening food security while reducing the environmental burden of traditional agriculture. Professor le Coutre holds a Ph.D. in Biophysics from the Max-Planck-Institute for Nutritional Physiology, where he studied the reaction mechanism of the light-driven proton pump bacteriorhodopsin using time-resolved Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. He also earned a Diploma (MSc) in Biology from the University of Regensburg, Germany, with a thesis on bacterial photosynthesis. Prior to joining UNSW, he had a distinguished career at the Nestlé Research Center in Lausanne, Switzerland, where he served as Head of Perception Physiology and later as Head of the Greater London Research Program. During his tenure at Nestlé, he also held visiting professorships at the University of Tokyo and Imperial College London. Professor le Coutre's research interests span cellular agriculture, food security, molecular taste physiology, and sustainable food systems. His work has been instrumental in identifying taste receptors expressed in the gastrointestinal tract and developing technologies that have been commercialized in key markets. He is particularly focused on cultivating meat alternatives through cellular agriculture to address global food security challenges. Professor le Coutre is the founding Field Chief Editor for FRONTIERS in Nutrition, an open-access journal that has become a leading publication in the field. His editorial leadership has helped shape the discourse around nutrition science and sustainable food systems. His scientific achievements have been recognized with numerous awards, including: Elected fellow of the Royal Society of New South Wales (RSNSW) (2021) PURINA Patent Incentive Award (2016) Nestlé R&D award for Innovation Partnership (2013, 2010) Human Frontier Science Program (HFSP) Long-Term-Fellowship (1997) Professor le Coutre has been actively involved in industry engagement, particularly through his work on cellular agriculture and sustainable food systems. He has been featured in numerous media outlets discussing the potential of cultured meat and sustainable food technologies. His research has led to the development of several patented technologies, particularly related to taste perception and food components. At UNSW, Professor le Coutre teaches within the food program and leads research initiatives focused on cellular agriculture. His laboratory is working on developing novel approaches to cultivate meat alternatives using advanced biotechnological methods.

Pall Thordarsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bio-mimetic chemistry
• Nanomedicine
• Supramolecular chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Pall Thordarson is a leading researcher at the School of Chemistry, The University of New South Wales . His work spans bio-mimetic chemistry, nanomedicine, and supramolecular systems with applications in drug delivery, cancer therapy, and energy conversion. Education: PhD in Organic Chemistry (University of Sydney, 2001), BSc in Chemistry (University of Iceland, 1996) Research areas include: Nanomedicine: Cancer-targeting peptides and drug release systems Supramolecular chemistry: Self-assembled gels and ion-pair recognition Biophysical chemistry: Protein self-assembly and light-harvesting mechanisms Origin of life studies: Prebiotic self-assembly processes Recent publications highlight advancements in: Peptide hydrogels for cell culture and drug delivery RNA-binding motifs and nucleotide recognition Mechanistic studies of singlet fission and energy transfer Chiral biomaterial design and stereochemistry effects Scientific awards include: Le Févre Memorial Prize (2012) Future Fellowship (ARC, 2012) SPP/JPP Young Investigator Award (2010) NSW Young Tall Poppy Science Award (2008) Teaching roles: CHEM 1041/1061: Higher Chemistry CHEM 2041: Analytical Chemistry CHEM 3071: Supramolecular Chemistry & Chemical Biology Professional leadership: Director of Research, School of Chemistry (UNSW) Chair, Scientific Advisory Board (Biomedical Imaging Facility, UNSW) Associate Editor, Australian Journal of Chemistry Co-Chair: IUPAC Conference on Physical Organic Chemistry (2016) Outreach initiatives: Open science advocate (supramolecular.org, 50,000+ visits) ABC Radio National contributor on science ethics (2017)

Daniel Crockerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Stable Isotope Geochemistry
• Environmental Geochemistry
• Organic Matter Cycling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel Crocker is a Research Fellow at Harvard University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS), affiliated with the Johnston Group. His research focuses on stable isotope geochemistry to elucidate organic matter cycling across diverse environments, including ancient meteorites and Earth's marine systems. He completed his Ph.D. at UC San Diego as part of the CAICE center, studying sea spray aerosols and anthropogenic aerosol source apportionment using isotopic techniques. Current projects include developing triple oxygen isotope methodologies for organic matter analysis, investigating meteorite organic synthesis, and studying organic matter oxidation pathways in aquatic settings. In Fall 2024, he begins an NSF-AGS Postdoctoral Fellowship to explore atmospheric oxidation pathways of organic aerosols and their climate impacts. His work bridges geochemistry, atmospheric science, and environmental chemistry, with implications for understanding climate feedbacks and planetary processes. Key contributions include methodological advancements in isotope analysis and interdisciplinary studies linking biological processes to aerosol composition. His research highlights the interplay between organic matter transformation, environmental drivers, and climate-relevant aerosol properties. Awards: NSF-AGS Postdoctoral Fellowship (2024). Labs/Teams: Johnston Group (Harvard), Center for Aerosol Impacts on Chemistry of the Environment (CAICE, UCSD).