جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Nutrition Science
• Sleep Disorders
• Mental Health
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Hepsomali Piril is a prominent researcher in the fields of nutrition science, sleep medicine, and mental health. Their work focuses on the interplay between dietary patterns, neurochemical processes, and psychological outcomes. They have conducted cross-cultural studies comparing sleep and mental health in the UK and Japan, and explored the effects of prebiotics and Mediterranean-style diets on brain function. Piril has authored/co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles and edited a book on translational research in neurological and psychiatric diseases. Their research employs methodologies such as neuroimaging, systematic reviews, and randomized controlled trials, with particular emphasis on gut-brain axis interactions and the impact of childhood trauma on neurodevelopment. Key topics include dietary inflammation, sleep quality, emotion regulation in children, and the calming effects of herbal extracts like Melissa officinalis. Edited a 2024 book on translational research in neurology and psychiatry. Conducted pioneering work on prebiotics' cognitive resilience effects and GABA's role in sleep. Investigated socio-cultural factors influencing sleep patterns in diverse populations. Research interests span clinical trials, neurochemistry, and public health policy implications of dietary interventions.

• Gut Microbiome
• Nutrition Science
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Claus Christophersen is an Adjunct Research Fellow at Curtin University's School of Molecular and Life Sciences (MLS) within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on gut microbiome dynamics, dietary interventions, and their impacts on health across life stages—particularly in athletes, infants, and pregnant individuals. He also contributes to methodological advancements in environmental DNA analysis and biomarker validation. Key research areas include microbiome modulation via prebiotics and resistant starch, immune-microbiome interactions in neurodevelopment, and metabolic consequences of dietary behaviors during pregnancy. His work spans clinical trials, longitudinal studies, and bioinformatics pipelines for genomic data analysis. Recent publications highlight investigations into athlete microbiome responses to training loads, maternal-infant microbiome interactions during pregnancy, and the role of sun exposure in skin permeability changes during pregnancy. Collaborations with clinicians and nutritionists underscore his interdisciplinary approach to translational research. Notable contributions include methodological innovations for bile acid quantification and eDNA analysis, as well as insights into dietary fiber effects on metabolic health and colorectal cancer risk mitigation through butyrate modulation.

Filiz Altayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanofibers
• Electrospinning
• Food Quality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Filiz Altay is a Professor at Istanbul Technical University, Department of Food Engineering, specializing in nanotechnology applications for food systems. Her research focuses on electrospun nanofibers for food preservation, functional ingredient delivery, and waste valorization. Key areas: Nanofibers, Food Chemistry, Waste Management Current projects include nanofiber-based vitamin delivery, anticancer biomaterials, and antiviral food contact surfaces Recent publications analyze nanofiber coatings for fish fillets, crocin release from saffron formulations, and AI-based prediction of chocolate properties. She has received multiple best poster awards (2000, 2011, 2015, 2018) and leads 16 research projects related to nanofiber technology.

Alexander Nigel William Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Affective Neuroscience
• Cognitive Psychology
• Aging
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Dr. Alexander Nigel William Taylor is a Lecturer in Psychology at the Department of Psychology, Aberystwyth University. He holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Reading, an MSc in Neuroscience from the University of Manchester, and a BSc in Human Biology and Psychology from Staffordshire University. His teaching qualifications include PGCTHE from Aberystwyth University, and he is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. PhD in Psychology, University of Reading (2015) MSc (Hons) Neuroscience, University of Manchester (2004) BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Psychology, Staffordshire University (2002) His research focuses on the interaction between emotional and physical health in aging, particularly in healthy aging and Alzheimer’s disease. He combines neuroimaging (fNIRS, EEG-fMRI), body-based measures (heart rate, immune markers), and behavioral analysis to explore emotional-cognitive interactions. Recent publications highlight his work on anxiety induction models, prebiotics’ effects on cognitive wellbeing (Innovate UK funded), and nature-based interventions. He collaborates with institutions including the Institute for Stroke and Dementia (Munich) and University of Southampton. Chair, Psychology Department Ethics Committee Member, University Research Ethics Panel His teaching spans behavioral neuroscience, aging psychology, quantitative research methods, and neuropsychology. He has contributed to projects on youth justice services, cognitive development, and sustainable food-behavior change.

Anne-Maria Pajariمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nutrition
• Biological sciences
• Food Science
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Anne-Maria Pajari is a Professor at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, Department of Food and Nutrition. Her work bridges nutritional science with food systems sustainability, focusing on plant-based diets, gut microbiota interactions, and environmental impact assessments. Nutrition and dietary modeling Food science and biochemistry Environmental life cycle assessment Colon cancer prevention mechanisms Her recent publications demonstrate expertise in plant protein substitution , gut microbiome modulation , and planetary health diets . She leads major EU-funded projects like FIBRE-MATCH and national initiatives including Leg4Life, while maintaining active roles in doctoral supervision and international research collaborations. Research trends show focus on: Cross-sectional analysis of Finnish dietary patterns Comparative LCA methodologies Wood-derived dietary fiber applications Nitrosamine metabolism in gut environments

Susanna Widicus Weaverمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astrochemistry
• Prebiotic Chemistry
• Molecular Spectroscopy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Susanna Widicus Weaver is the Vozza Professor of Chemistry and Astronomy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison . Her research integrates laboratory molecular spectroscopy, radio and far-IR observations, and astrochemical modeling to study the evolution of prebiotic molecules during star and planet formation. Education: B.S. in Chemistry from Illinois Wesleyan University (2000), Ph.D. in Chemistry from Caltech (2005), postdoc at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2005-2008). Research Focus: Prebiotic astrochemistry, O(1D) insertion reactions, plasma chemistry for ion/radical generation, methanol photolysis, and SubLIME2 experiments on astrophysical ices. Specializes in millimeter/submillimeter-wave spectroscopy and cavity-enhanced THz techniques. Labs & Teams: Leads the Widicus Weaver Research Group, which includes graduate students (e.g., Jonathan Rebelsky, Colton Moore) and undergraduates. Collaborates with institutions like Las Cumbres Observatory and CAPER for observational astronomy. Her work addresses transient molecular species in space, branching ratios in photolysis reactions, and the development of high-sensitivity THz spectroscopy methods to close gaps in astrochemical understanding.

• Biochemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Organic Synthesis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tom Chang is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Utah State University , College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and molecular synthesis, with emphasis on antifungal agents, connexin hemichannel inhibition, and natural product applications in microbiology and biotechnology. Research Trends: Recent publications highlight his work on mesobiliverdin IXα-enriched microalgae for gut health applications in livestock, amphiphilic aminoglycosides as antifungal agents, and satellite attitude control using aerospace engineering principles. His studies span veterinary science, pharmaceutical development, and space technology, with keywords including bioactive compounds, connexin inhibition, and supersonic flow dynamics. Research Areas: Biochemistry of natural pigments like mesobiliverdin Antifungal drug development from aminoglycoside modifications Molecular mechanisms of hemichannel inhibition in cancer cells Aerospace simulations for satellite stabilization Microbiome-gut interactions in animal models Structure-activity relationships in bioactive heterocyclic compounds

• Systems Biology
• Virology
• Systems Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Yin is a Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biological Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with affiliations in the College of Engineering and the Biomedical Engineering Department. His research bridges virology, systems biology, and chemical engineering to understand virus-host interactions. PhD (1988), University of California-Berkeley BS (1983), BA (1982), Columbia University Research focuses on systems biology of virus-host interactions and systems chemistry of molecular replicators. His work integrates computational models with experimental methods to analyze viral growth, infection spread, and prebiotic molecular systems. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches across virology , computational biology , and prebiotic chemistry , with subfields including infection dynamics , reaction network modeling , and origin-of-life pathways . 2015 Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professorship 2010 NIH Study Section Member 2009 Wisconsin Institute for Discovery Award 1996 NSF Presidential Early Career Award 1994 NSF Young Investigator Award He mentors graduate students through courses like CBE 990 Thesis-Research and CBE 781 Biological Engineering , and his lab develops quantitative models for viral propagation and antiviral strategies.

• Gut Microbiome
• Probiotics
• Nutritional Sciences
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steven Frese is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on host-microbe interactions, particularly in the context of the gut microbiome, probiotics, and their impact on digestion, immune programming, and metabolic development. He combines biotechnology and molecular biology to develop translational therapies and technologies. B.S., Allegheny College Ph.D., University of Nebraska, Lincoln His work explores broad areas including Gut Microbiome , Probiotics , Nutritional Sciences , and Biotechnology . Recent publications highlight advancements in glycan analysis, prebiotic fiber effects, and microbial strain quantification, alongside advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusivity in academic hiring. Scientific recognition includes the University of Nevada Foundation Early Career Innovator Award (2022) , European Probiotic Association Jules Tournut Probiotics Prize (2014) , and National Institutes for Health Ruth Kirschstein NRSA Postdoctoral Fellowship (2015) . His lab's outreach emphasizes addressing health disparities in Nevada communities, particularly among homeless and food-insecure populations.

NEZİHE OTAY LÜLEمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Public Health
• Chronic Diseases
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Nezihen Otay Lüle is an Assistant Professor at Gaziantep University Faculty of Health Sciences , Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, with a career spanning academic, clinical, and research roles. She holds a PhD in Nutrition and Dietetics (2017-2022) and an MSc in Public Health (2014-2017) from Turkish institutions, alongside a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics (2010-2014) from Trakya University. Her research focuses on nutrition's role in chronic diseases , including cancer , obesity , diabetes , and gastrointestinal disorders , with expertise in functional foods , nutraceuticals , and gut microbiota . She has co-authored 14 book chapters and 4 peer-reviewed articles , including work on Vitamin A in infections and Lipids in cancer , and contributed to 36 conference presentations. She teaches courses ranging from Nutrition in Chronic Diseases to Food Safety and Nutritional Assessment , while holding administrative roles such as Department Vice Chair (2024) and Education Committee Member at Gaziantep University. Her projects include a 3D Adipocyte Culture Study on obesity and autophagy (2022-2023).

Ricardo Gómez Garcíaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Food Biotechnology
• Biorefinery Processes
• Circular Economy
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Ricardo Gómez García is a Researcher at the Centre for Biotechnology and Fine Chemistry (CBQF) at Universidade Católica Portuguesa. His work focuses on sustainable biorefinery processes for extracting bioactive compounds from fruit by-products, aligning with circular economy principles. Education: Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering (UAdeC, Mexico), Master’s in Biological Engineering (University of Minho, Portugal), PhD in Biotechnology (Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Portugal) His research expertise spans food biotechnology, bioactive compound extraction, and agro-industrial waste valorization. Key projects include SUNSPROS for sustainable protein development and collaborations with institutions like Estonian University of Life Sciences. Recent publications highlight trends in bioactive compounds (e.g., phenolics, polyphenols), microencapsulation (curcumin, spray-drying), and food waste valorization (olive leaves, pineapple residues). Topics often intersect with the circular economy and functional foods . He serves as a Guest Editor for journals like MDPI and has co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles, 10 book chapters, and 2 international books. He also contributed to two patent applications for bioactive extraction methods. As a co-supervisor, he guided student Ratner, L. in optimizing bromelain production. His activities include 30+ international congress communications and participation in entrepreneurship programs like EIT Food®.

Elizabeth Nancy Bessمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiome Chemistry
• Gut-Brain Axis
• Chemical Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Elizabeth N. Bess of the University of California, Irvine Department of Chemistry leads interdisciplinary research fusing chemistry and microbiology to unravel the gut microbiome's chemical mechanisms in health and disease. Her lab explores the gut-brain axis in Parkinson's disease, microbiome hormone modulation (particularly estrogens linked to breast cancer), and dietary fiber metabolism's role in gut biodiversity. B.S. in Biological Chemistry (University of Utah, 2009) Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (University of Utah, 2015) Postdoctoral Fellowship (HHMI, UCSF, 2015–2018) Her research spans three key domains: neurodegenerative disease mechanisms through gut microbiome interactions, hormone signaling via microbial metabolism, and ADME model refinement by incorporating microbiome-mediated drug processing. Recent work demonstrates how gut bacteria produce neurotoxic metabolite trios (dopamine/iron/α-synuclein) while uncovering lignocellulose-degrading microbes as potential probiotics. Collaborations with medical teams and cancer institutes focus on improving breast cancer therapies through microbiome profiling. Her lab's publications reveal molecular pathways connecting gut microbiota to Parkinson's pathogenesis and drug resistance, supported by NIH R01 and NSF CAREER grants. Scialog Fellow (2021–2023) Young Investigator Grant (2020) Hellman Fellow (2020) HHMI Fellow (2016–2018) Career Development Grant (2016) As mentor to PhD candidates Kylie Uyeda, Zane Long, and Barry Rich, she integrates gnotobiotic models (mice and C. elegans) with synthetic chemistry approaches. Her work was featured in CBS News Radio and Live Science , with technical innovations in electrochemical aggregation screening.

Brett Pletschkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Enzyme Technology
• Biotechnology
• Biocatalysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof Brett Pletschke is a Professor of Biochemistry at the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Rhodes University, where he has worked since January 2013. He holds an NRF B2 rating (2021-2026) and serves as a Node of the CSIR/TIA/DSI Industrial Biocatalysis Hub. His research focuses on enzyme technology, biocatalysis, and biotechnology, particularly in enhancing animal feeds and developing kelp-derived therapeutics for diabetes, obesity, and cancer. Current research explores enzyme-assisted seaweed bioprocessing Led national Industrial Biocatalysis Hub projects Specializes in enzyme inhibition for metabolic diseases Pletschke’s recent publications highlight advancements in xylanase optimization, prebiotic production from agricultural waste, and marine-derived anti-cancer compounds. His awards include the Vice Chancellor’s Distinguished Senior Research Award (2018) and Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (since 2018). He supervises multiple PhD and MSc students in the Enzyme Science Programme.

Brendan Wilhelmiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Aquaponics
• Biochemistry
• Microbiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof Brendan Wilhelmi is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology at Rhodes University, South Africa. With a career spanning over two decades, his expertise encompasses aquaponics, microbial ecology, enzyme-nanoparticle interactions, and environmental biotechnology. He previously held academic positions at the University of Fort Hare (2002), Technikon Witwatersrand (1999-2001), and the National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa Laboratory (1997-1999, 1991-1993). Rhodes University (2009-present) University of Fort Hare (2002) Technikon Witwatersrand (1999-2001) National Horseracing Authority of Southern Africa Laboratory (1997-1999, 1991-1993) His research focuses on biochemical markers in soilless plant growth systems , utilizing metabarcoding and metabolomic approaches to study microbiome roles in aquaponics. Key projects include seasonal microbial diversity assessments, probiotic applications, and DNA barcoding for species identification. Publications emphasize aquaponic systems, nanoparticle-biochemistry interactions, and enzymatic studies in environmental and biomedical contexts. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary trends in microbial community analysis , nanoparticle toxicity , and plant-fish ecosystem dynamics . He supervises active research on aquaponics microbiology and has graduated numerous MSc and PhD students specializing in topics spanning from nanoparticle neurotherapeutics to forensic entomotoxicology . He teaches core modules including Advanced Metabolism , Scientific Writing , and Biochemistry Building Blocks , while serving as Honours coordinator. Affiliations include Nelson Mandela Hall Fellow (2016-present) and leadership roles in departmental management (2013-2017 Head of Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology). Labs and teams: Leads research in aquaponics systems within the soilless plant growth research group, collaborating with microbiologists, chemists, and environmental engineers to optimize sustainable agricultural practices.

Christof Hamelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multiphase Reaction Engineering
• Catalysis (Homogeneous, Heterogeneous, Enzymatic)
• Process Intensification
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christof Hamel is Professor and Head of the Department of Chemical Process Engineering at Anhalt University of Applied Sciences since 2022, with additional roles as Private Lecturer at Otto von Guericke University of Magdeburg (OvGU) and Deputy Director of the ILBQ (Institute for Food Technology, Biotechnology and Quality Assurance eV) Köthen. He serves as Vice Dean and member of the Senate Research Commission at Anhalt University. His academic qualifications: Diploma in Process Engineering, OvGU (2002, passed with distinction) Doctorate in Process Engineering, OvGU (2008, summa cum laude) Habilitation in Chemical Process Engineering, OvGU (2015) Prof. Hamel's research centers on multiphase reaction engineering with emphasis on catalytic kinetics across homogeneous, heterogeneous, and enzymatic systems. His work drives process intensification through integrated reactor design and sustainable chemical processes using renewable resources, following the strategic framework of "Reaction → Reactor → Process". He employs mechanistic kinetic modeling, operando spectroscopy, and dynamic reactor methodologies to optimize industrial reaction systems. Notable awards include: VDI Saxony-Anhalt Award for best diploma thesis (2003) OvGU Faculty Prize for best graduate (2002/2003) OvGU Faculty Prize for best dissertation (2008) National Winner "Trophelia" (2015) Multiple poster prizes (2014-present) He has secured extensive research funding including DFG projects HA 6762/1-1 through HA 6762/5-1 on cyclic distributor reactor control (2016-2027), BMBF initiatives on enzymatic prebiotic synthesis (2018-2024), and green chemical production projects (2023-2027). His grant portfolio spans catalytic reaction engineering, CO 2 reduction, and modular reactor systems for sustainable chemistry. Prof. Hamel's research group operates within the Chair of Chemical Process Engineering, maintaining strong industrial collaborations across Central Germany while developing advanced tools for kinetic analysis and reactor design in multiphase systems.