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William Lunnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Exercise Physiology
• Exercise Metabolism
• Nutrition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

William Lunn is a Professor and Program Coordinator for Exercise and Sport Science at Southern Connecticut State University within the College of Health & Human Services. His teaching interests include exercise physiology, exercise metabolism, nutrition, and research methods. His research focuses on protein metabolism, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), nutritional ketosis, and performance testing validation. Research & Grants Grant: "Effects of a Whole-Food Nutritional Supplement on Glycemic Response in Euglycemic Adults" sponsored by Soquel, Inc. (2019–Present). Key Presentations 2022: "Lipid-Protein Co-Ingestion Before High-Glycemic Challenge Attenuates Glycemic Response in Normoglycemic Adults" at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. 2018: "Where Chocolate Milk Has Brought Me: Postexercise Recovery, HIIT, Low-Carb Diets, and Protein Metabolism" at the New England American College of Sports Medicine/National Strength & Conditioning Association meeting. 2023: "Cannabidiol Supplementation Alleviates Anxiety, Mitigates Pain, Extends Endurance, and Facilitates Greater Exercise Exertion" at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. Scientific Contributions Collaborated on studies about chocolate milk for recovery, CBD supplementation, and insole technology for athletic performance. Developed validation protocols for exercise testing equipment and body composition analysis.

Dan Benardotمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sports Nutrition
• Athletic Performance
• Energy Balance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dan Benardot is a Professor of Practice at Emory University’s Center for the Study of Human Health, following his tenure as a tenured full Professor at Georgia State University (GSU), where he remains a Professor Emeritus. He holds a BS in Foods and Nutrition from SUNY Plattsburgh and a PhD in Human Service Studies and Nutrition Sciences from Cornell University. A Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and a Registered Dietitian, he has been recognized with awards including the American Dietetic Association’s Sports Nutrition Achievement Award (1993) and an honorary doctorate from Marywood University. Roles: Professor of Practice (Emory), Former Chair of Nutrition at GSU, Former Director of the Laboratory for Elite Athlete Performance (GSU). Research Focus: Within-day energy balance in athletes, sports nutrition strategies, and nutritional impacts on athletic performance and health. Key Contributions: Co-author of the joint ACSM/AND position paper on Nutrition and Athletic Performance, inventor of NutriTiming® software, and author of seminal textbooks like Advanced Sports Nutrition and ACSM’s Nutrition for Exercise Science . His research emphasizes practical applications of nutrition for athletes, including optimizing energy timing, protein intake, and preventing energy deficits. Recent work explores youth athlete nutrition, fatigue management, and metabolic adaptations in endurance sports. Funding & Grants: Supported by the US Olympic Committee, Georgia Research Foundation, Gatorade Sports Science Institute, and others. Awards: Highlighted awards include the USA Gymnastics Outstanding Educator Award (1996) and his role as nutritionist for US Olympic teams (e.g., USA Gymnastics, USA Track and Field). Benardot’s interdisciplinary approach bridges academia and practice, influencing policies in sports medicine and nutrition education.

• Sensory Science
• Consumer Science
• Flavor Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Lisa Methven is a faculty member at the University of Reading, specializing in sensory and consumer science, flavor chemistry, and food product development. She leads the Sensory Science Centre and serves as Programme Director for the BSc Food Science with Business. Her research focuses on improving food palatability for older adults, investigating causes of individual sensory differences, and enhancing vegetable consumer acceptability. She holds a BSc (Hons) and PhD in relevant fields. Key grants include a 2008-2012 Research into Ageing grant and a multisite New Dynamics of Ageing project. She is a Fellow of the Institute of Food Science and Technology and actively involved in the SCI Food Group. Her work spans food fortification strategies, aging nutrition, and sensory perception studies. Notable contributions include developing protein-fortified recipes for older adults and studying the impacts of physical activity on appetite. External Activities: Committee member of SCI Food Group, Professional Food Sensory Group (PFSG) member Labs/Teams: Sensory Science Centre, Food4Years Network (improving foods for aging populations) Grants: Over £1M in grants focused on aging nutrition and sensory science

Ezgi Ozenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Nutrition Science
• Metabolic Health
• Gene-Nutrient Interactions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ezgi Ozen is a Lecturer in Human Nutrition at the University of Reading's Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, part of the School of Chemistry, Food & Pharmacy. She specializes in investigating the role of diet in body composition, with a focus on gene-nutrient interactions and metabolic health. Her work explores how macronutrient intake and genetic factors influence body fat distribution, appetite regulation, and cardiovascular disease risk. She is particularly interested in dietary interventions targeting aging populations to improve quality of life and health outcomes. Dr. Ozen holds a PhD in Human Nutrition from the University of Reading (UK), an MSc in Food and Nutritional Sciences (University of Reading, UK), and a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics from Hacettepe University (Turkey). She is affiliated with professional bodies including The Nutrition Society, American Society of Nutrition, and European Association for the Study of Obesity. Her research interests span dietary fat metabolism, gene-nutrient interactions, and the impact of protein intake on appetite in older adults. She leads the Nutrition Research Group and contributes to modules such as 'Public Health Nutrition and Consumer Food Choice' (MSc) and 'Nutrition and Public Health' (MPAS). Her recent work emphasizes cross-sectional and interventional studies analyzing the effects of dietary fats on lipid profiles, inflammation markers, and body composition. Key research trends include investigating how replacing saturated fats with unsaturated options affects cholesterol metabolism, platelet function, and cardiovascular risk. Her studies also address vitamin D deficiency's role in adiposity and the modulation of APOE genotype effects on metabolic health. These findings contribute to evidence-based dietary guidelines and personalized nutrition strategies. Dr. Ozen has published extensively on dietary fat interventions, lipid metabolism, and aging populations. She collaborates on projects like the BODYCON study and RISSCI trials, focusing on translational research with public health implications. Her work bridges nutritional science and clinical outcomes, emphasizing practical applications to improve metabolic health across lifespans.

Sergiu-Bogdan Catrinaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Endocrinology
• Diabetes
• Molecular Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sergiu-Bogdan Catrina is an Associate Professor and Senior Physician at the Growth and Metabolism research group within the Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery , Karolinska Institutet . His dual role bridges clinical practice and research in diabetes complications. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (2005) Docent (2012) Research interests focus on molecular mechanisms of diabetes complications, particularly through: IGF-binding protein regulation (IGFBP-1) Oxidative stress and antioxidant therapies MicroRNA (e.g., miR-210) in glucose homeostasis Mitochondrial function in diabetic neuropathy Translational studies linking clinical observations to cellular mechanisms Key article trends reflect investigations into: IGF/IGFBP system as diagnostic/prognostic tools Dietary and antioxidant interventions in diabetes Epigenetic modifications (DNA methylation) miRNA in insulin sensitivity Novel compounds for mitochondrial protection Advising includes supervision of PhD candidate Camilla Olofsson , whose work examined fructose intake effects in type 2 diabetes. Labs/Teams: Leads the Growth and Metabolism group, collaborating with researchers studying: Kerstin Brismar (IGF system in diabetes) Gustav Dallner (tocotrienol-based drug development) Michael Tekle (oxidative stress biomarkers)

• Public Health Nutrition
• Nutritional Epidemiology
• Global Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Liv Elin Torheim is a Professor in the Department of Nursing and Health Promotion at the Faculty of Health Sciences, Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet). Her academic work is deeply rooted in public health nutrition, with a focus on food security, sustainable diets, nutrition policy, and food environments. She serves as Head of Studies in her department and is actively engaged in both national and international research collaborations, particularly with the Norwegian Institute of Public Health. Her research interests include: Public Health Nutrition Nutritional Epidemiology Global Health and Food Security Infant and Complementary Feeding Sustainable and Climate-Friendly Diets Food Environment Policies (e.g., Food-EPI) Human Rights in Nutrition Growth and Development Her recent publications span high-impact journals such as The Lancet , Nutrients , and Food & Nutrition Research , reflecting a strong trend toward policy-relevant research on food insecurity, dietary guidelines, and the evaluation of public health interventions. She has contributed significantly to the Nordic Nutrition Recommendations 2023 and led projects assessing food environments in universities and municipalities in Norway. Her scientific contributions include policy evaluations, scoping reviews, and large-scale epidemiological analyses. She has no listed scientific awards in the provided text, but her work is widely disseminated through research reports for governmental bodies and public health institutions. Liv Elin Torheim advises on public health nutrition policy and has been involved in projects funded by national and international research initiatives. While no formal list of students is provided, her leadership in research projects suggests active mentorship. She is part of the Public Health Nutrition research group and collaborates extensively on interdisciplinary projects related to food systems and health equity. Her ongoing work focuses on strengthening food environments, monitoring youth nutrition, and advancing sustainable dietary practices in Norway and beyond.

Jørgen Jensenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Exercise Physiology
• Metabolism
• Biochemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jørgen Jensen serves as Professor in the Department of Physical Performance at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, where he leads the Biochemical Laboratory and heads the biochemistry research group. His responsibilities encompass teaching, research supervision, and service on the Committee for Postgraduate Education. Dr. Jensen earned his PhD from the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences in 1993, followed by postdoctoral training at the University of Oslo. Prior to his current position, he conducted research at the National Institute of Occupational Health from 1997 to 2009, investigating skeletal muscle glucose uptake and glycogen metabolism mechanisms. His research centers on carbohydrate metabolism regulation during and after exercise, with particular emphasis on caffeine's ergogenic effects, protein supplementation impacts on endurance performance, and exercise-induced insulin sensitivity changes. This work bridges exercise physiology, biochemistry, and nutritional science to advance understanding of human performance and metabolic health. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals strong focus on nutritional interventions (protein/carbohydrate supplementation, fasting), metabolic adaptation to exercise, and biochemical monitoring through nitrogen excretion and proteome analysis. His studies frequently employ human trials with endurance athletes and controlled metabolic testing. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. As an educator, Jensen holds academic responsibility for Metabolism (THP204) and Metabolic Regulation (MA408) courses, delivering lectures on metabolic processes. His supervision activities include mentoring graduate students within the biochemistry research group framework. The biochemistry research group operates the university's Biochemical Laboratory, conducting studies on exercise-induced metabolic responses, nutrient-exercise interactions, and molecular mechanisms underlying performance adaptations.

Lieselotte Cloetensمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Nutrition
• Biochemistry
• Metabolic Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lieselotte Cloetens is a Senior Lecturer at the Division of Pure and Applied Biochemistry, Lund University of Technology , where she leads the Biomedical Nutrition research group. Her work focuses on the role of nutrition in health and wellbeing, particularly weight management and prevention of metabolic diseases through sustainable foods like oats, functional foods, and seaweed. Expert in clinical study design Work package leader in Scanoats (industrial oat research) Author of the Energy chapter in Nordic Nutrition Recommendations 2023 Key contributor to research aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals Research trends include oat bioactives (beta-glucan, polar lipids), cardiometabolic health, postprandial metabolism, and sustainable food systems. Her publications emphasize clinical trials with oats and dietary fiber. Projects include: More taste less waste (2022–2026): Sustainable cereal-based foods for seniors Oat proteins and sarcopenia (2025–2026): Healthy aging research Gluten-free oat characterization (2021–2022) AXOS for diabetes treatment (2020–2023) Oat bioactives in human health (2018–2023)

Michelle Mazei-Robisonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatric Disorders
• Addiction Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michelle Mazei-Robison is a Professor in the Department of Physiology at Michigan State University and faculty member in the Neuroscience Program, with an additional appointment as Associate Professor in the BioMolecular Science Gateway. Her research laboratory, located at 5017 766 Service Road, Room 5017, focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying psychiatric disorders including depression and addiction, utilizing the chronic social defeat mouse model to investigate the mesocorticolimbic dopamine system. Her primary research interests center on neuroadaptations in ventral tegmental area (VTA) dopamine neurons induced by stress and drugs of abuse. She investigates structural and functional changes in VTA neurons, signaling pathways altered by morphine/cocaine exposure, and subtype-specific responses within dopaminergic circuits. Her lab employs cutting-edge methodologies including optogenetics, viral-mediated gene transfer, 3D neuronal reconstruction, and behavioral assays to unravel mechanisms of depression and addiction. Analysis of her 2020-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on VTA neuronal subpopulations (particularly neuromedin S and GLP-1 expressing neurons), SGK1 kinase signaling in drug reward, and sex-specific stress responses. Her work demonstrates how molecular adaptations in dopamine neurons mediate morphine/cocaine behaviors while exploring hippocampal contributions to stress resilience through ΔFosB regulation. Scientific Awards: No awards were documented in the provided sources. Advising and Grants: The available materials list no specific students, grant awards, or mentoring activities. Her laboratory operations and publication record indicate active research funding, though exact mechanisms remain unspecified in the source texts. Labs and Teams: Dr. Mazei-Robison co-directs the Robison and Mazei-Robison Labs, which integrate mouse models, genetic engineering, electrophysiology, and advanced microscopy to study comorbid conditions like opiate abuse with PTSD. The lab bridges molecular mechanisms (gene expression, protein function) across multiple neural systems to explain behavioral outcomes in addiction and depression.

• Gerontology
• Nutrition Science
• Exercise Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael Tieland is a Senior Lecturer at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, specializing in Nutrition and Exercise. His research focuses on older adults' health, particularly addressing malnutrition, sarcopenia, and the efficacy of combined nutritional and exercise interventions. He leads projects like PROMIO and has contributed to over 80 research outputs, including randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews. Key research interests include protein intake optimization, interprofessional care for malnutrition, and culturally adapted interventions for ethnic minorities. His work spans clinical nutrition, gerontology, and exercise physiology, with a focus on improving physical performance and metabolic health in aging populations. Notable achievements include the 2020 HvA Research of the Year award and contributions to datasets like the 'Transcripts focusgroups older ethnic minorities.' Tieland supervises student theses on topics such as protein supplementation and exercise programs for older adults. His research emphasizes real-world applications, including sustainable dietary strategies and interprofessional collaboration in healthcare.

William Howeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Neurobiology of Behavior
• Neuropsychiatric Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Howe is an Assistant Professor at the School of Neuroscience, Virginia Tech, where he joined in Fall 2019. He earned his Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the University of Michigan under Martin Sarter, followed by industry experience at Pfizer and postdoctoral training at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai with Paul Kenny. Education : Ph.D. University of Michigan His research focuses on neurobiological mechanisms underlying reward learning, motivation, and executive control, particularly how dysregulation in orexin, cholinergic, and dopaminergic systems contributes to neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders. His lab employs multidisciplinary methods, including optogenetics, viral gene manipulation, and optical neural activity measurement. Recent publications highlight his work on nicotine addiction, depression, and attention resilience, with trends spanning cholinergic signaling, striatal networks, and gene-editing applications. Key journals include Nature , Nature Neuroscience , and Current Biology .

• Sustainability of Animal Production Systems
• Organic Livestock Farming
• Animal Nutrition
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Werner Zollitsch is a Full Professor at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) , affiliated with the Department of Sustainable Agricultural Systems and the Institute of Animal Sciences . He is also the leader of the BOKU Centre for Global Change and Sustainability . His academic career includes significant leadership roles such as Head of the Institute of Animal Sciences and Department Head for Sustainable Agricultural Systems. Position: Professor for Sustainability in Animal Production Systems Institution: University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) Leadership: Head, BOKU Centre for Global Change and Sustainability His research focuses on the sustainability of animal production systems , particularly in organic and low-input agriculture. Key areas include animal nutrition , environmental impacts of livestock , greenhouse gas emissions , feed efficiency , and climate change adaptation . He investigates dairy, pig, and poultry systems, with a strong emphasis on life cycle assessment, silvopastoral integration, and sustainable breeding. His work bridges scientific research with policy and practical farming applications. His recent publications highlight trends in feed regime impacts on environmental performance , ad libitum feeding in sows , residual feed intake in dairy cattle , forage cutting strategies , and methane mitigation . He is actively involved in EU and national projects like breed4green and D4Dairy , advancing digitalization and sustainability in dairy farming. His research consistently addresses the balance between productivity, environmental protection, and animal welfare. He has contributed to numerous scientific and popular publications and has received funding from the EU, Austrian ministries, and private foundations. His work supports the development of sustainable food systems and informs agricultural policy. Project Leadership: Numerous national and EU-funded projects on sustainability, climate, and animal production Policy Engagement: Contributor to national strategies (e.g., Austrian Protein Strategy) Public Outreach: Regular media appearances and public lectures Professor Zollitsch leads a research team focused on sustainable animal production and collaborates with interdisciplinary groups across Europe. His lab is involved in field trials, data modeling, and sustainability assessments, particularly in mountain and organic farming systems.

Kjell Lindgårdمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physiology
• Histology
• Animal Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kjell Lindgård is an Associate Professor at the Department of Medical Biology, UiT The Arctic University of Norway. He teaches histology, physiology, and anatomy across multiple programs including Biomedicine, Biomedical Laboratory Sciences, Nutrition, Nursing, Medicine, and Dentistry. His research focuses on Arctic animal physiology, particularly photoperiodic influences and energy metabolism in Svalbard ptarmigan. Education: B.Sc. (1983), M.Sc. (1986), and Ph.D. (1996) from University of Tromsø. Previous roles include research assistant and doctoral researcher at the Department of Arctic Biology and Department of Experimental Pathology and Anatomy (1986–1996). Research: Specializes in seasonal adaptations, body mass regulation, and metabolic responses in extreme environments. Publications explore photoperiodism, protein utilization during starvation, and behavioral endocrinology in avian species. Affiliations: Member of the Vascular Biology research group. Current office location: MH øst L7.134, Tromsø.

Anna Sjödinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nutrition
• Dietetics
• Metabolic Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anna Sjödin is an Associate Professor at the Department of Food, Nutrition and Culinary Science, Umeå University. Her research focuses on the physiological and metabolic impacts of low-carbohydrate/high-fat (LCHF) diets, particularly ketogenic diets, in healthy individuals and their translational implications for human health. Her work includes a randomized controlled trial on ketogenic diets' effects on body composition and muscle fatigue (2024, 2020), studies on LDL cholesterol responses (2021, 2020), and collaborations on animal models of LCHF-induced cardiac dysfunction (2016, 2015). She has also contributed to secretoglobin biology research across multiple organ systems (2006, 2004, 2003, 2001). Current projects include long-term investigations into ketogenic diet effects (2015-2022) and dietary intake measurement techniques. She can be contacted at anna.sjodin@umu.se.

• Nutrition
• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Dietary Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David St-Jules is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on dietary interventions for individuals with adiposity-based chronic diseases, particularly chronic kidney disease (CKD) and hemodialysis patients. He investigates potassium and phosphorus homeostasis, protein-energy wasting, and technology-supported dietary counseling for lifestyle modifications. BSc - University of British Columbia, 2008 PhD - University of Hawaii at Manoa, 2013 St-Jules' work delves into the intersection of nutrition and chronic disease management, with a specific emphasis on dietary recommendations for CKD patients. His studies address the challenges of phosphorus and potassium restrictions, the role of whole grains, and the impact of plant-based versus animal-based protein sources. He also explores the feasibility of mobile health (mHealth) interventions in improving dietary adherence among hemodialysis patients. Recent publications highlight his focus on hyperphosphatemia and hyperkalemia management, personalized nutrition , and technology-supported counseling for patients with dual chronic conditions like diabetes and CKD. His research bridges nutritional science with clinical practice , questioning traditional dietary frameworks and advocating for innovative approaches.