جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Hang Xiaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food-based health strategies
• Gut microbiome
• Plant-based diet
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hang Xiao is a Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Food Science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst . His research focuses on food components' impacts on health, particularly through interactions with gut microbiome, plant-based diets, and bioavailability enhancement via food processing. Key research areas: Food-microbiome interactions, plant-based health strategies, bioavailability modulation, food toxicology Develops nanoemulsion delivery systems for nutraceuticals He has published over 240 peer-reviewed articles and received numerous awards from the Institute of Food Technologies (IFT), American Chemical Society (ACS), and American Society for Nutrition (ASN). Notable recognitions: IFT Fellow (2020), Babcock-Hart Award (2019), ACS Agricultural/Food Chemistry Fellow (2017) His recent work explores microbiota-mediated metabolism of food bioactives, dietary interventions for colitis, and novel nanostructured delivery systems for enhanced bioavailability.

Daniel Henkمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Fungal Ecology
• Evolutionary Genomics
• Biodiversity Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Henk is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Life Sciences at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Milner Centre for Evolution and the Centre for Mathematical Biology. His research focuses on fungal ecology and evolution, leveraging genomics to study fungal biodiversity and genomic responses to environmental pressures. He leads projects on antimicrobial production in fungal endophytes, biofuel production from lignocellulosic feedstocks, and mycelium-based sustainable materials. Key research areas include: Environmental fungal communities in ecosystems and human contexts Genetic mechanisms driving fungal adaptation to biotic/abiotic stressors Applications in sustainable materials (mycelium composites) and probiotic development Recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, such as using FTIR spectroscopy for material degradation analysis and metabolic modeling of poultry microbiomes. His projects are funded by Innovate UK, Historic England, and the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council. Advising and grants include leadership roles in six active projects, including the CFG Scale-up initiative for low-emission yeast technology and DNA-based identification of historic plaster degraders. Collaborations span environmental science, engineering, and conservation sectors.

• Genomics
• Next-generation sequencing
• Bioinformatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Richard Allcock is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the School of Biomedical Sciences and the Department of Medical Science and Genetics. He holds roles in both research and teaching, including managing the LotteryWest State Biomedical Facility Genomics at Royal Perth Hospital. His career includes postdoctoral research at the University of Cambridge and the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, followed by a Lectureship in Surgery and Pathology at UWA. He has been instrumental in undergraduate curriculum development for the BSc Pathology major and was promoted to Associate Professor in 2009. Research Interests: Allcock specializes in genomics, immunogenetics, and next-generation sequencing technologies. His work focuses on molecular mechanisms of disease, including viral pathogenesis (e.g., HCMV), genetic screening, and cancer genomics. His research contributes to Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Grants and Collaborations: He has secured funding for projects such as predicting fibrotic progression in myeloproliferative neoplasms, molecular disease monitoring in leukemia, and genetic screening initiatives. Collaborations span institutions like the Cancer Council NSW and Perpetual Philanthropic Services. Lab and Facilities: He oversees the LotteryWest State Biomedical Facility Genomics, a key resource for genomic research and diagnostics. His lab integrates cutting-edge sequencing technologies with clinical applications.

Cédric Loodمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Host-Virus Interactions
• Phage Therapy
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Cédric Lood is a Marie Curie Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, associated with the MacLean Lab. His research focuses on host-virus interactions, leveraging bacterial viruses (phages) to combat antimicrobial resistance and develop phage therapies for drug-resistant infections. Key areas include phage-host co-evolution, prophage dynamics in cystic fibrosis patients, and the genomic basis of phage infectivity. He actively contributes to global initiatives like the International Committee on Taxonomy of Viruses (ICTV) and JPIAMR Kleopatra, driving standardized virus classification and phage therapy guidelines. Dr. Lood’s work spans clinical applications, such as optimizing phage cocktails for musculoskeletal infections, and environmental studies, like Antarctic marine viral diversity. He has published extensively on bacteriophage biology, bacterial genomics, and the interplay between antibiotic resistance and bacterial virulence. His Marie Curie Fellowship underscores his commitment to advancing translational microbiology and addressing global health challenges. Research Highlights: Phage therapy efficacy, prophage activation in chronic infections, and viral taxonomy. Awards: Marie Curie Fellowship (202X). Key Organizations: ICTV Bacterial Viruses Subcommittee, International Society for Viruses of Microorganisms.

Gayatri Japeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Probiotics in Neonatal Care
• Preterm Infant Development
• Gut Microbiome
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Gayatri Jape is a Clinical Associate Professor at the UWA Medical School's Department of Paediatrics and a Consultant Neonatal Pediatrician with over 20 years of experience in Australia and internationally. She holds a PhD in Neonatal Nutrition and Probiotics from the University of Western Australia (2022), an MD from the University of Mumbai (2007), and a MBBS (1996–2002). Her research focuses on probiotics in preterm infants, gut microbiome development, and staff well-being in neonatal care. She leads the Neonatal Follow-up Program at King Edward Memorial Hospital and chairs the Long-term Outcomes Subcommittee of the Perinatal Society of Australia and New Zealand. Her work spans clinical leadership, mentoring UWA medical students, and overseeing clinical rotations at KEMH. She has authored 32 research outputs, including randomized controlled trials on probiotic efficacy and systematic reviews on neonatal microbiota. Awards include the 2023 ISWA Personal Excellence Award. Grants include leadership on probiotic supplementation trials funded by the Stan Perron Charitable Foundation and Perth Children’s Hospital. Her research addresses preterm infant neurodevelopment, necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), and maternal gestational diabetes impacts. She collaborates with institutions like the Telethon Kids Institute and contributes to clinical trials subcommittees in WA Health.

• Lactic Acid Bacteria
• Food Fermentation
• Microbial Physiology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Herwig Bachmann is an Assistant Professor at the Systems Biology Department, Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. He holds dual appointments in Systems Biology and AIMMS. His research focuses on microbial physiology, lactic acid bacteria, and food fermentation processes. Bachmann collaborates with NIZO Food Research (Ede) as a staff member since 2015, contributing to sustainable food solutions. Research interests include bacterial metabolic adaptations, microbial consortia dynamics, and proteome analysis in food environments. His work addresses topics like sugar catabolism in Lactococcus species, non-growing microorganism applications in plant protein processing, and biofilm formation in fermented foods. He has supervised four PhD theses and teaches courses on microbiology and biochemistry. Courses include 'Biochemistry - Research' and 'Microbiology,' emphasizing practical laboratory skills and microbial systems biology. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing food security and sustainable production systems. Collaborations span global institutions, focusing on applied microbiology and food biotechnology. Bachmann’s contributions to microbial fermentation technologies include developing high-throughput screening methods for starter cultures and elucidating metabolic pathways in lactic acid bacteria. His research bridges fundamental microbiology with industrial food applications, emphasizing bioprocessing innovations and microbial strain optimization.

Douwe Molenaarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbiology
• Metabolic Pathways
• Systems Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Douwe Molenaar is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, affiliated with both the Systems Biology department and AIMMS (Advanced Institute for Materials Science and Engineering). His research focuses on microbial physiology, metabolic pathways, and systems biology, with applications in probiotics, environmental biotechnology, and human microbiome studies. He contributes to courses such as 'Big Data Tools' and 'Introduction to Systems Biology,' and has supervised three PhD theses. Research interests include the metabolic strategies of microorganisms, particularly in Lactobacillus species and other probiotics, as well as environmental applications such as bioremediation and agricultural soil management. His work integrates experimental evolution, genomics, and computational modeling to understand microbial community dynamics and cellular economics. Notable projects include studies on benzene-degrading microbial consortia and the molecular basis of bacterial vaginosis. Molenaar’s recent publications span topics like quantum detection in vision, antimicrobial resistance in wastewater, and microbial adaptations to environmental stresses. He has developed software tools such as CBMPy for metabolic modeling and contributed to datasets like 'Naturally Fermented Milk from Northern Senegal.' His research bridges fundamental biology with applied challenges in health and sustainability.

Magalí Martí Generóمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbiome Research
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Probiotics and Prebiotics in Pediatrics
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Magalí Martí Generó is a Principal Research Engineer at Linköping University's Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (BKV), affiliated with the Division of Children's and Women's Health. Her work focuses on microbiome roles in human health, particularly in neonatal immunity and pediatric gut-brain interactions. She collaborates across disciplines, including neuroscience and environmental microbiology. Her research investigates antimicrobial resistance spread in microbial communities, probiotic/prebiotic effects on infant immune systems, and gut-brain axis dynamics using mouse models. Key collaborations involve clinical trials on preterm infants' microbiome modulation through supplements like Lactobacillus reuteri. Publications span 2019–2024, emphasizing translational research in neonatal care and environmental microbiology. Notable findings include probiotics increasing gut bacteria diversity in preterm infants and microbiota's non-restrictive role in rotavirus infections. Professional supervision includes mentorship under senior faculty like Åsa Danielsson (Senior Associate Professor) and Per-Eric Lindgren (Professor). Current roles involve advancing strategies against allergy epidemics and pediatric health innovations within LiU's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Miles Andrewsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Cancer Immunology
• Immunotherapy
• Targeted Therapy
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Dr. Miles Andrews is a Senior Research Fellow at Monash University and a Consultant Medical Oncologist at The Alfred Hospital, specializing in immuno-oncology and cancer therapy outcomes. He leads the Cancer and Host Dynamics Group, focusing on translational research in tumor-immune interactions, biomarkers of immunotherapy toxicity, and microbiome influences. His academic roles include NHMRC Early Career Fellowship and leadership in melanoma registry projects at WEHI. Dr. Andrews holds a PhD in genomics and melanoma biology from the University of Melbourne, complemented by postdoctoral research at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Education: PhD (University of Melbourne), Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) Clinical Roles: Head of Immuno-oncology at The Alfred Hospital, Deputy Chair of Medical Oncology Discipline at Melanoma and Skin Cancer Trials Limited Research interests span translational immuno-oncology, immune-related adverse events, and microbiome impacts on cancer therapy. His projects include biomarker development for immunotherapy toxicity, clinical trials for novel therapies, and integrative genomic analyses. Dr. Andrews has contributed to over 60 peer-reviewed publications and leads grants such as the NHMRC Equipment Grant for advanced imaging technology. Scientific awards include the NHMRC Early Career Fellowship. He actively supervises trainees and chairs committees within Monash University's clinical schools. Current initiatives focus on androgen signaling modulation and combination therapies for treatment-resistant cancers.

Adzzie Shazleen Azmanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Microbiology
• Bacteriology
• Actinobacteria
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Adzzie Shazleen Azman is a Lecturer in Microbiology at Monash University Malaysia's School of Science, specializing in Actinobacteria research and antimicrobial agents. She holds a PhD in Microbiology from Monash University (2016) and conducted postdoctoral research at Universiti Malaya (2017-2020). Her work focuses on Actinobacteria's secondary metabolites, contributing to therapeutic applications and SDGs related to health and sustainability. Research interests include microbiology, bacteriology, infectious diseases, and antimicrobial discovery. Notable achievements include discovering Monashia flava , a novel genus, and exploring Streptomyces extracts for antiviral and insecticidal uses. She teaches BTH2830 (Fundamentals of Microbiology) and BTH3722 (Medical Microbiology). Recipient of the Singapore Academies Southeast Asia Fellowship (2024) Active in supervising research projects and organizing academic events like the 'Journey to Microverse' outreach Her articles highlight contributions to dengue prevention, mosquito control using Streptomyces, and Alzheimer's protein targeting. Collaborations span Malaysia and international institutions.

Yifat Glikmann-Johnstonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Huntington's disease
• Cognition
• Clinical neuropsychology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yifat Glikmann-Johnston is a Senior Research Fellow at Monash University's Turner Institute for Brain & Mental Health and Deputy Lead of the Ageing and Neurodegeneration Research Program. She holds a Clinical Master in Neuropsychology and PhD from The University of Melbourne, with postdoctoral training at Tel Aviv University and Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center. Her research focuses on Huntington’s disease, investigating cognitive function, brain structure, gut microbiome, and sleep. She teaches PSY6162 Neuroanatomy and Models of Cognition and PSY4270 Psychological Assessments and Intervention. She is a recipient of multiple grants, including the NHMRC-ARC Dementia Research Development Fellowship. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. Recent projects include targeting diet-microbiome interactions in Huntington’s disease and spatial learning studies. Education: Clinical Master in Neuropsychology and PhD from The University of Melbourne. Research Interests: Huntington’s disease mechanisms, cognitive decline, neuroimaging, gut-brain interactions, and sleep disorders. Grants: NHMRC-ARC Fellowship, Huntington’s Disease Society of America funding. Awards: Advancing Women in Research Grant, European Huntington’s Disease Network Travel Grant. Dr. Glikmann-Johnston’s recent articles explore probiotic interventions for gut dysbiosis in Huntington’s disease, cognitive dysfunction in systemic lupus erythematosus, and hippocampal subfield atrophy. She actively participates in clinical trials, public engagement, and policy events.

Lavaraj Devkotaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Food Safety
• Sustainable Food Processing
• Plant-Based Proteins
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lavaraj Devkota is a Research Fellow in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Monash University, Australia. His research focuses on sustainable food systems, particularly plant-based proteins and legume processing innovations. Current work emphasizes Australian sweet lupin and the structural-function-nutrition relationship in plant-based proteins. Previously, he contributed to industry-academia collaboration through Monash's GRIP program with Simplot Australia, addressing sustainability in bean processing. Education background includes a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering, with multidisciplinary expertise spanning food safety, bio-processing, and material science. His research integrates engineering principles with nutritional science to address global food challenges, including the health-environment-nutrition trilemma. Key research themes include legume hydration mechanisms, starch-protein interactions, and byproduct valorization. Publications emphasize novel techniques like ultrasound-assisted processing and thermal management strategies. His work bridges laboratory innovations with industrial applications, aiming to enhance food quality while reducing environmental impact. Active in collaborative projects, Devkota's research has explored probiotic-based yoghurt formulations, encapsulation technologies for bioactives, and the role of storage conditions on legume quality. No specific awards are listed, though his contributions to sustainable food systems demonstrate impactful industry engagement.

Timothy Bowdenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Aquatic Animal Health
• Aquaculture Disease Management
• Marine Immunology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Timothy Bowden is an Associate Professor of Aquaculture at the University of Maine’s School of Food and Agriculture. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Aberdeen (1999) and specializes in aquatic animal health, disease resistance mechanisms, and environmental impacts on marine organisms. His research focuses on host-pathogen interactions in both vertebrate and invertebrate species, immunology of species like lobsters and scallops, and the effects of seasonal changes on aquatic physiology. Education: Ph.D., Zoology, University of Aberdeen, Scotland (1999) Teaching: AVS/SMS 211: Introduction to Aquaculture AVS411: Advanced Aquaculture SMS401: Critical Issues in Aquaculture (rotating topics including pathogens, vaccinology, and environmental impacts) Research Interests: Host-pathogen interactions in marine species Environmental stressors (temperature, salinity, acidity) on aquatic immunity Biological clocks and seasonal physiology in temperate species Probiotics for disease management in shellfish Immune development in larval stages of aquatic organisms Awards: No specific awards listed, but his work contributes to major reviews on climate resilience in aquaculture. Advising & Grants: While no advisees are listed, his research collaborations span institutions like the Gulf of Maine Research Institute. Funding likely supports his work on environmental adaptation and disease resistance. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the School of Food and Agriculture’s aquaculture programs, focusing on applied and translational research in marine health.

Nicholas A Cacalanoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Immunology
• Cancer Biology
• Radiation Oncology
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Nicholas A Cacalano is an Associate Professor in Radiation Oncology at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. His research focuses on the interplay between natural killer (NK) cells and cancer progression, particularly in prostate cancer, glioblastoma, and oral tumors. Key Research Areas: Immunology, Cancer Biology, Radiation Oncology, Stem Cell Research, Molecular Biology, Cell Signaling Collaborations: Frequent co-authorship with researchers like A. Jewett, C. Jamieson, and C. Kane His work explores mechanisms such as NK cell-mediated targeting of cancer stem cells, SOCS protein regulation in immune responses, and resistance to radiotherapy. Recent publications highlight advancements in 3D organoid models and immunotherapeutic strategies for pancreatic and prostate cancers. Publications (2003–2022) demonstrate interdisciplinary contributions to Molecular Biology , Immunology , and Oncology , with subfields including Tumor Microenvironment , Epigenetic Regulation , and Immune Evasion . His studies often involve cell-based models , animal xenografts , and cytokine signaling . Current affiliations and projects are centered at UCLA, with a focus on translational research bridging molecular mechanisms and clinical applications in oncology.

• Neurogastroenterology
• Gut-Brain Axis
• Microbiome Research
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Emeran A. Mayer is a Professor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on the neurobiology of functional gastrointestinal disorders, particularly the gut-brain axis and microbiome interactions. He leads investigations into irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), chronic pain, and the bidirectional communication between the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract. Mayer's work integrates neuroimaging, microbiomics, and clinical studies to understand how psychological, neural, and microbial factors influence gastrointestinal health and disease. Key contributions include identifying brain structural and functional changes associated with chronic pain syndromes, the role of early life adversity in gut-brain axis dysregulation, and the development of multi-omics approaches to study IBS subtypes. He collaborates with the Multidisciplinary Approach to the Study of Chronic Pelvic Pain (MAPP) Network and has pioneered studies on microbiome-brain interactions in autism spectrum disorder and obesity. Mayer's research highlights sex differences in chronic pain mechanisms, stress effects on visceral sensitivity, and the therapeutic potential of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in modulating brain-gut-microbiome pathways. His work emphasizes translational applications, including biomarker discovery and personalized medicine strategies for gastrointestinal and mental health disorders.