جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Biochemistry
• Solution NMR spectroscopy
• Protein Structure and Function
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Michael Massiah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at The George Washington University, focusing on biochemistry and structural biology. His research explores protein structure-function relationships using solution NMR spectroscopy and biophysical techniques. Education: BS, Haverford College (1992) PhD, University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) (1996) Dr. Massiah's research investigates proteins like MID1, alpha4, and PP2A involved in developmental disorders. His lab characterizes their 3D structures, studies drug-protein interactions, and examines regulatory mechanisms affecting cellular processes such as midline body development. His publications highlight structural analysis of RING folds, zinc-binding domains, and E3 ligase activity. Collaborations across departments and institutions are a key part of his work. He teaches advanced biochemistry courses (CHEM 3165 and 3166), integrating his expertise in protein biophysics and molecular mechanisms.

Volkher Scharnhorstمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomarkers
• Clinical Chemistry
• Cardiovascular Diagnostics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Volkher Scharnhorst is a part-time Professor of Clinical Chemistry at Eindhoven University of Technology, affiliated with the Chemical Biology research group within the Department of Biomedical Engineering. He also holds positions at the Eindhoven MedTech Innovation Center and EAISI Health. With over 2000 citations according to Scopus, his academic work bridges clinical practice and engineering approaches to medical diagnostics. His educational background includes: MSc in Biology from Leiden University PhD in Medical Biochemistry from Leiden University (2000), researching 'W1 proteins and their functions in growth and differentiation' Scharnhorst's research focuses on the application of biomarkers in diagnosing and monitoring disease, with particular emphasis on improving analytical techniques and the clinical interpretation of test results. His work spans cardiovascular diagnostics, cancer biomarkers, and laboratory medicine. He is committed to translating laboratory analysis results into clinically relevant information for physicians treating patients, with specific expertise in general laboratory medicine, blood disease diagnostics, and cardiovascular biomarkers. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on advanced mass spectrometry techniques for biomarker detection, particularly in lung cancer and cardiovascular disease. The work shows increasing sophistication in analytical methods, moving toward more precise quantification of low-abundance protein biomarkers that can improve early disease detection and monitoring. Scharnhorst has supervised 16 students throughout his career and teaches several courses including Clinical Chemistry, Capita Selecta Laboratory Medicine, and Applied Clinical Data Science. His media presence shows engagement with translating research findings to the public, particularly regarding blood-based tests for lung cancer detection. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being, with work spanning cardiac troponin analysis, lung cancer biomarkers, obesity medicine, and circulating tumor DNA detection.

• Food Chemistry
• Lipid Oxidation
• Oxidative Stability
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Marie Hennebelle is an Associate Professor in Food Chemistry at Wageningen University & Research, where she conducts cutting-edge research on lipid oxidation, oxidative stability of vegetable oils, and plant-based emulsion systems. Her work integrates advanced analytical techniques such as NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry to understand food degradation and preservation mechanisms. Her research interests span Food Chemistry , Lipid Oxidation , Oxidative Stability , Vegetable Oils , NMR Spectroscopy , and Plant-Based Emulsions . She investigates the chemical behavior of lipids in complex food matrices, particularly focusing on oleosomes and triacylglycerol isomerism. The recent articles highlight a strong trend in analytical food chemistry, particularly in the application of NMR and mass spectrometry for lipid profiling. Her work bridges fundamental chemistry with practical food science, aiming to improve shelf life, nutritional quality, and sustainability of plant-based food products. Co-promotor, CULTURE project: Targeted feeding of adipose cultures for sustainable meat alternatives Co-promotor, PhD on milk fat globule membrane functionality Co-promotor, PhD on plant-based alternatives to milk fat globule membranes Co-promotor, PhD on antioxidative effects of plant protein compounds Co-promotor, PhD on omega-3 oils and gut-brain health Dr. Hennebelle collaborates extensively within Wageningen University, particularly with researchers such as J.P. Vincken, J.P.M. van Duynhoven, and K. Hettinga. Her lab is involved in multiple active and funded projects focused on sustainable food systems, lipid carriers, and plant-based alternatives, positioning her at the forefront of innovative food science research.

• Bioactive compounds
• Antioxidant assays
• Food technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Wilfried Andlauer is a Professor at the Institute of Life Sciences within HES-SO Valais-Wallis School of Engineering. His research focuses on bioactive compounds , non-thermal food processing , and bioavailability studies , particularly in agricultural by-products like grape cane, walnut press cake, and Spirulina algae. He has developed advanced methods for solid-state fermentation , cold plasma decontamination , and bioactives fingerprinting . Key projects include optimizing microwave-assisted extraction for stilbenoids, analyzing iron absorption from insect flour , and developing microfluidic antioxidant assays . His work integrates nutraceutical research with practical applications in food safety and sustainable processing . Collaborations span Switzerland and Asia , with expertise in analytical chemistry and bioprocessing .

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Protein Informatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Barış Ethem Süzek is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, Muğla Sitki Koçman University. His academic career spans institutions including Middle East Technical University (BS), Johns Hopkins University (MS), and George Mason University (PhD) in Computational Biology. He specializes in bioinformatics and computational biology, focusing on protein informatics, genetic analysis, and machine learning applications in medical research. Education BS: Middle East Technical University - Computer Engineering (1997) MS: Johns Hopkins University - Computer Science (2000) PhD: George Mason University - Computational Biology (2012) His research integrates bioinformatics with molecular dynamics, particularly in host-pathogen interactions, regenerative medicine, and genomic data analysis. He has developed machine learning tools for viral interaction prediction and variant analysis systems. His work with UniProt and cancer Biomedical Informatics Grid projects demonstrates expertise in large-scale biological data integration. Scientific awards include Collaboration, Outstanding Achievement, and Change Agent Awards from the cancer Biomedical Informatics Grid, plus multiple patent recognitions for biomedical systems. He has supervised numerous graduate students in bioinformatics, computational genetics, and forensic biology projects.

Michael Nothnagelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistical Genetics
• Genetic Epidemiology
• Population Genetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael Nothnagel is a Professor at the University of Cologne, where he leads the Department of Statistical Genetics and Bioinformatics within the Cologne Center for Genomics (CCG). His work spans statistical genetics, genetic epidemiology, and forensic genetics, focusing on methodological development and large-scale genomic data analysis. His research interests encompass theoretical and applied statistical genetics, with emphasis on human genetic diversity, disease etiology, and forensic applications. Key areas include Y-chromosomal phylogeography, genome-wide association studies for complex diseases, development of statistical methods for variant interpretation, and forensic marker optimization. His group leverages next-generation sequencing data and specialized forensic markers to address questions in population history, disease mechanisms, and identification systems. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on computational approaches to genetic analysis, including spatial frequency interpolation for haplogroup mapping, polygenic risk score applications for behavioral traits, and advanced methods for variant classification. His work demonstrates consistent integration of statistical theory with practical applications in medical and forensic genetics, often through international collaborations like the VISAGE Consortium. Nothnagel maintains active involvement in the Cologne Center for Genomics, contributing to seminars and collaborative projects including the upcoming 34th International Genetic Epidemiology Society meeting. His research group operates at the intersection of computational biology and medicine, with particular strengths in handling complex genomic datasets and developing novel analytical frameworks for genetic epidemiology.

• Non-coding RNA
• Gene Expression
• Developmental Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Matthew Ronshaugen is a Senior Lecturer in the Division of Developmental Biology & Medicine (L5) at the Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Manchester. He has held academic positions since 2007 as a Manchester Fellow, followed by Lecturer (2012-2017), and Senior Lecturer since 2017. 1991-1995: Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Linguistics, University of Nevada, Las Vegas 1995-1997: Master of Science in Systematics, University of Nevada, Las Vegas 1997-2002: Doctor of Philosophy in Cell and Molecular Biology, University of California, San Diego 2003-2007: Ruth L. Kirschstein NIH Postdoctoral Fellow at University of California, Berkeley His research focuses on non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs), particularly their roles in gene expression and developmental differentiation. His lab investigates how ncRNA evolution contributes to metazoan body plan diversification, centering on the Hox complex—a conserved genomic region rich in ncRNAs. He uses tiling microarrays and fluorescent in situ hybridization to analyze ncRNA dynamics in Drosophila, Tribolium, and Parhyale. Recent publications highlight his work on miRNA functions in embryonic development, aging-related changes in myeloid cells, and comparative transcriptomics across arthropods. His team employs genetics tools to dissect ncRNA roles in transcriptional regulation, epigenetic control, and silencing mechanisms. Scientific Awards: Ruth L. Kirschstein NIH Postdoctoral Fellow Manchester Fellow He supervises research on developmental transcriptomes and contributes to datasets on piRNA expression and Hox complex analysis. Collaborations span immunology, genomics, and evolutionary development, with outputs cited in fields like RNA interference, transgenics, and wound healing.

Benaissa Chidmiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Industrial Organization
• Food Marketing
• Agribusiness
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Benaissa Chidmi , an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University , specializes in industrial organization, food marketing, agribusiness, and consumer demand analysis. He teaches Applied Econometrics and Demand and Price Analysis . Education Ph.D. in Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of Connecticut (2006) M.S. in Applied Financial Mathematics, University of Connecticut (2006) M.S. in Agricultural and Resource Economics, University of Connecticut (2002) M.S. in Food Engineering, Institut Agronomique et Vétérinaire Hassan II, Morocco (1996) Research Trends Chidmi's research spans diverse applications of econometric modeling, including consumer food demand systems , energy economics , agricultural productivity , and industrial organization . His recent work (2025) examines Saudi Arabia's coffee import demand , machine learning in US residential energy usage , and animal protein consumption patterns . Earlier studies (2024-2019) focus on technical efficiency in cereal production, asymmetric price transmission in energy markets, and nutrient demand analysis in Sri Lanka. Key Methodologies Almost Ideal Demand System (AIDS) modeling Quantile regression analysis Random coefficients and logit demand models Machine learning applications in economics Censored regression techniques Technical efficiency measurement

Travis B. Thompsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mathematical Modeling
• Scientific Computing
• Machine Learning in Medicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Travis B. Thompson, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Texas Tech University, leading the TM4 (Texas Tech Translational and Theoretical Mathematical Modeling and Machine Learning in Medicine) research group. His academic journey includes postdoctoral work at Rice University, Simula Research Laboratory, and the University of Oxford, focusing on mathematics applied to neurodegenerative diseases. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics from Texas A&M University (2013) Dr. Thompson develops theoretical mathematical models and applies scientific computing and machine learning to study neurological pathologies, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. His work explores complex biological processes on networks, translational healthcare applications, and nutritional security implications. Current research trends integrate neuroimaging data with finite element simulations to model tau progression , amyloid beta dynamics , and glymphatic clearance in age-related diseases. Scientific awards and honors were not explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. Dr. Thompson’s interdisciplinary approach connects computational neuroscience with biomedical engineering , utilizing techniques like diffusion tensor imaging and level set methods to analyze pathological protein spread and brain tissue mechanics . The TM4 research group focuses on network neurodegeneration , personalized medicine , and machine learning diagnostics . Their work spans from microfluidic cancer detection to computational modeling of brain clearance mechanisms , addressing challenges in both neurodegenerative diseases and biomedical engineering through rigorous mathematical frameworks.

Christine Staatzمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Quality Use of Medicine
• Pharmacometrics
• Transplant Pharmacology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Christine Staatz is an Associate Professor at the University of Queensland 's School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences , specializing in Quality Use of Medicine and Pharmacometrics . Her career spans both clinical pharmacy practice and academic research, with international experience at the University of Glasgow and Uppsala University. B.Pharm (Hons I), University of Queensland (1996) PhD, University of Queensland (2002) Pharmacist registration: Australia (1997), UK (2003) Her research focuses on individualized drug therapy for transplant recipients and critically ill patients, particularly optimizing immunosuppressants (tacrolimus, mycophenolate) and antibiotics (beta-lactams, gentamicin). Recent publications examine age-related pharmacokinetics and microsampling techniques to reduce patient burden. Key contributions include 15+ peer-reviewed articles in 2024-2025 addressing: Bayesian forecasting of drug exposure Free vs total plasma drug concentrations Time-dependent clearance in pediatric chemotherapy Immune-related adverse effects in transplant recipients NHMRC Neil Hamilton Fairley Fellowship (2004) Lions Medical Research Fellowship National grants exceeding AUD$2 million With 14+ completed PhD/MPhil supervisees and ongoing projects in autoimmune diseases and hematopoietic transplantation , she actively mentors students in clinical pharmacology and drug monitoring research.

• Clinical Neurology
• Neurodegeneration
• Parkinson's Disease
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Günter Höglinger is a Professor at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich , affiliated with the Department of Neurology in the Medical School. As a Director of the Neurological Clinic and Polyclinic at Klinikum der LMU, he bridges clinical and basic research to develop novel diagnostics and therapies for neurodegenerative diseases. He is a full member of the GSN and a regular member of the MCN. Fields of Interest : Clinical Neurology, Neurodegeneration, Parkinson’s Disease, Alpha-synuclein, Tau Protein, Biomarker Discovery, Neuroimaging, Genetics/Epigenetics, Cellular Neuroscience. His research focuses on diseases linked to protein aggregation, particularly alpha-synucleinopathies (e.g., Parkinson’s disease, Lewy body dementia, multiple system atrophy) and tauopathies (e.g., frontotemporal dementia, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration). He employs therapeutic trials, clinical cohorts, biomarker discovery, neuroimaging, and genetic/epigenetic analyses to investigate prion-like propagation of misfolded proteins and resilience factors. Recent work includes clinical trials on tau-targeting therapies (e.g., tilavonemab, gosuranemab) and neuroimaging studies of tau deposition. Selected Publications Trends : His earliest listed work (2011) explores genetic risk factors for progressive supranuclear palsy, while recent studies (2021–2022) emphasize clinical trial outcomes and neuroimaging biomarkers for tauopathies. Contact : Guenter.Hoeglinger@med.uni-muenchen.de

Emily Bayerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Visceral Sensation
• Sexual Dimorphism
• Behavioral Genetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Emily Bayer is appointed as Assistant Professor of Neural Science and Biology at New York University, commencing January 2026. Her research program investigates neural mechanisms of visceral sensation and behavioral outputs, with emphasis on fertility status and sex differences using C. elegans and D. cerebrum (zebrafish) models. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Columbia University (2019) B.S. in Biology/German, Muhlenberg College (2014) Dr. Bayer's research explores how internal bodily sensations (visceral sensation) modulate behavior and environmental interaction, focusing on molecular and anatomical sex differences in neural circuits. Her lab examines how fertility status influences behavior through genetic and neural mechanisms, revealing conserved principles of neural circuit organization. Key approaches include C. elegans genetics, zebrafish neuroimaging, and behavioral analysis to dissect how reproductive state and sex converge in brain function. Analysis of her recent publications (2025-2016) demonstrates a cohesive focus on sexual dimorphism in neural development and behavior, with increasing integration of genomic and connectomic methodologies. Her work spans molecular genetics, neural circuit mapping, and behavioral phenotyping, consistently highlighting sex-specific differences in neural wiring and function across model organisms. Her scientific recognition includes: Research Fund for Excellent Junior Researchers (University of Basel, 2025) Jane Coffin Childs Memorial Fund for Medical Research Fellowship (2021-2023) Dr. Bayer has secured competitive fellowships supporting her independent research program. Her lab establishes innovative frameworks for studying visceral sensation-behavior relationships, with current work emphasizing monoaminergic signaling in experience-dependent neural plasticity and the role of conserved transcription factors in sexually dimorphic development. Future directions include expanding to vertebrate models to investigate evolutionary conservation of these mechanisms. She leads a research team utilizing C. elegans and zebrafish to dissect neural circuits underlying internal sensation, with particular focus on how fertility signals modulate social and mating behaviors through sex-specific neural pathways.

Richard M. Rosenfeldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Otology
• Tympanostomy Tubes
• Otitis Media
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Richard M. Rosenfeld is a Professor of Otolaryngology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University , Brooklyn, NY. He served as Department Chair and Residency Program Director for 13 years and is recognized globally as the #1 expert in tympanostomy tubes and #2 expert in otitis media (Expertscape.com). His expertise spans evidence-based medicine , guideline methodology , lifestyle medicine , and pediatric middle ear problems . Education : Hamilton College (undergraduate), University at Buffalo (MD), SUNY Oswego (MBA), University of Pittsburgh (MPH) Clinical Practice : 185 Montague Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201 Languages : Spanish, Russian Research Interests focus on systematic reviews , pediatric otolaryngology , chronic rhinosinusitis , and plant-forward nutrition . His work bridges ENT surgery with public health and guideline development . Recent Publications include guidelines on tympanostomy tubes , ankyloglossia , and opioid prescribing , with articles in The Lancet , NEJM , and Frontiers in Nutrition . Research trends emphasize quality improvement , non-opioid pain management , and lifestyle interventions . Scientific Awards : Five Distinguished Service Awards from AAO-HNS Legend in Otolaryngology, AAO-HNS Hall of Distinction Castle Connolly Top Doctor (1999–2023) New York Magazine Top Doctor (2002–22) Advising & Grants : No specific students or grants listed, but his leadership roles include Past Editor-in-Chief of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Journal and founder of the International Society for Otitis Media . Labs & Teams : Not explicitly mentioned, but his clinical work at SUNY Downstate integrates guideline development and quality improvement initiatives in otolaryngology.

Yulia Y Tyurinaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Cell Death Pathways
• Lipid Peroxidation
• Ferroptosis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yulia Y Tyurina serves as a Research Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at the University of Pittsburgh. Her research focuses on the fundamental role of phospholipids and their oxygenated species in cell death pathways including apoptosis, necroptosis, ferroptosis, and mitophagy. She discovered that cardiolipin oxygenated species are essential for apoptotic execution and serve as an 'eat-me' signal for mitochondrial quality control via mitophagy. Dr. Tyurina's educational background includes: 1988: Master of Biochemistry from Saint Petersburg State University, Saint Petersburg, Russia 1995: PhD in Biochemistry from the Institute of Evolutionary Physiology and Biochemistry, Russian Academy of Science, Saint Petersburg, Russia Her research program centers on redox lipid signaling mechanisms in cell death. She has demonstrated that phospholipid peroxidation drives ferroptosis through complex oxidation signatures and identified key roles for 15-lipoxygenase products. This work bridges basic biochemistry with translational applications in cancer, neurodegeneration, and inflammatory diseases, revealing how lipid oxidation products function as death signals across diverse biological contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2020-2022) shows consistent focus on lipid peroxidation in ferroptosis across multiple disease models. Her work spans from cyanobacterial cell death to human pathologies including lung injury, SARS-CoV-2 complications, and cancer, with recurring mechanistic themes involving 15-lipoxygenase, cardiolipin oxidation, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Methodologies include advanced lipidomics, molecular imaging, and genetic models. Scientific awards were not mentioned in the provided information. Details about student advising and grant funding were not provided in the available text. Dr. Tyurina operates within a prominent redox biology research group led by Dr. Valerian E. Kagan at the University of Pittsburgh, maintaining extensive collaborations across departments and institutions as evidenced by her co-authorship network spanning immunology, oncology, and infectious disease research.

• Autophagy
• Lysosomes
• Neuroinflammation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marta Lipinski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine . She is also affiliated with the Shock, Trauma and Anesthesiology Research (STAR) Center , the Center for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine , and the Center for Biomolecular Therapeutics . Her research focuses on the role of autophagy and lysosomal function in neurotrauma and neurodegenerative diseases . PhD in Cancer Biology, MIT Postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School Her research keywords include Autophagy , Lysosomes , Neuroinflammation , Lipid Metabolism , Traumatic Brain Injury , Spinal Cord Injury , and Brain Aging . She investigates how autophagy disruption after CNS injury contributes to neuroinflammation and neuronal death , with recent work exploring the link between TBI and late-onset neurodegeneration as well as autophagy-lipid metabolism interactions . Her collaborative network spans departments and institutions, including Junfang Wu (Anesthesiology), Eugene Koh (Orthopaedics), Maureen Kane (School of Pharmacy), and Michael Cummings (UMD College Park). Active grants include NIH R33 AG076858 and R01 NS115876 , focusing on multi-omics platforms for brain aging and autophagy modulation in TBI.