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Geoffrey Bartonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Protein Structure Prediction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Geoffrey Barton is the Chair of Bioinformatics at the Computational Biology department within the School of Life Sciences at the University of Dundee . With a career spanning decades, he has been pivotal in advancing bioinformatics tools and methodologies for analyzing biological data, particularly in protein structure prediction and RNA sequencing. Core Research Interests : Protein structure and function prediction, computational methods for large biological datasets, small RNA analysis, and integration with wet-lab collaborations across plants, model organisms, and human disease. Awards : Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (2019) Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (2011) Brian Cox Prize for Excellence in Public Engagement with Research (2023) Publications and Software : He leads the development of widely used tools like JPred (25,000+ predictions/month) and Jalview (55,000+ installations). His group's work spans proteomics, transcriptomics, and structural genomics, addressing questions in basic science and clinical applications. Media and Collaboration : Available for media commentary on bioinformatics and computational biology, he collaborates extensively with international institutions, including the University of Cambridge and Oxford.

• Mycology
• Molecular Biology
• Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Terézia Beck is a university teacher at the Department of Biology and Environmental Studies, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Matej Bel University in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia. She teaches courses in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Diversity and Phylogenesis of Protists, Algae and Fungi, Plant Cytology, Anatomy and Morphology, Plant Physiology, and Molecular Ecology, with consultation hours held Monday-Tuesday 09:00-11:00. Her educational background includes: PhD in Evolution of Ecosystems and their Protection (2015-2019), Matej Bel University, Faculty of Natural Sciences RNDr. in Ecology and Protection of Ecosystems (2016-2018), Matej Bel University, Faculty of Natural Sciences Mgr. in Nature and Landscape Conservation and Use (2013-2015), Comenius University in Bratislava, Faculty of Natural Sciences Dr. Beck's research focuses on mycology , particularly the molecular diversity and phylogenesis of wood-decay fungi including Ganoderma and Fomes fomentarius . She employs advanced techniques such as ITS sequencing, MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry, and fuzzy logic systems to study fungal identification, host-pathogen interactions, and ecological adaptations in urban and natural ecosystems across Central Europe. Her recent publications (2017-2022) demonstrate consistent contributions to fungal systematics, revealing cryptic diversity in Ganoderma species and pioneering identification methods for wood-decay macrofungi. Key thematic areas include molecular ecology of euglenoid flagellates, synanthropic processes in fungal communities, and host-specific adaptations of wood-decaying fungi in Mediterranean and Central European habitats. Dr. Beck serves as co-worker on two VEGA research projects: VEGA 1/0694/21 ( The influence of intra-and extracellular factors on the metabolism and motility of euglenoid flagellates ) and VEGA 1/0564/21 ( Interactions of wood-decay macromycetes and woody plants in habitats with different levels of preservation ). No graduate students are documented in available records. She actively collaborates within the Department of Biology and Environmental Studies and maintains professional memberships in the Slovak Mycological Society and the Slovak Society for Agricultural, Forestry, Food and Veterinary Sciences under the Slovak Academy of Sciences.

Christopher Howeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Photosynthesis
• Evolution of Photosynthetic Systems
• Biotechnology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Christopher Howe is a Professor of Plant and Microbial Biochemistry at the Department of Biochemistry, University of Cambridge . He has been a Fellow of the College since 1983 and currently serves as its President . He directs studies in Preclinical Medicine , teaching Biochemistry to first-year medical students. Research Interests : Photosynthesis biochemistry and evolution Biotechnological applications of photosynthetic organisms (e.g., algae for electricity production) Plasmodium's photosynthetic ancestry and remnant chloroplast Evolutionary analysis of non-biological systems like manuscripts Coral bleaching and dinoflagellate-coral symbiosis Article Trends : Focus on cyanobacteria, dinoflagellates, and Plasmodium Biophotovoltaic systems and sustainable energy Phylogenetic methods in biological and cultural evolution Scientific Awards : Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology (2017) Advising and Collaborations : Supervises graduate students in the Howe Group Collaborates with academic and commercial partners (Anaero Technology, LEITAT, Spireat) Labs & Teams : Leads the Howe Group at the Department of Biochemistry Co-leads the BEST Project for biophotovoltaic systems Works with 3D organotypic cultures and biophotoelectrochemistry

• Mycovirology
• Plant Pathology
• Fungal Virology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maria Angeles Ayllón is an Associate Professor at the Technical University of Madrid (UPM) and leads the Virus-Fungus-Plant Interaction research group at the Center for Plant Biotechnology and Genomics (CBGP-UPM/INIA/CSIC) . Her research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of mycovirus interactions with plant pathogenic fungi, particularly Botrytis cinerea , to develop sustainable biocontrol strategies for plant diseases. Research Focus: Mycovirus diversity and evolution in fungal pathogens Molecular mechanisms of fungal responses to viral infections Development of mycovirus-based biocontrol agents RNA silencing in fungi as antiviral defense Synthetic mycovirus construction for functional studies Her group has made significant contributions to mycovirus discovery, including novel Botrytis cinerea viruses, and has developed infectious clones for reverse genetics studies. The research has direct applications in sustainable agriculture, particularly in reducing chemical fungicide use as mandated by the EU Green Deal. Current Research Projects: PID2020-120106RB-I00 (2021-2024): "Molecular mechanism involved in the interaction of Botrytis cinerea-host plant mediated by a mycoviral infection" - Co-PI with Julio L. Rodríguez-Romero VIROPLANT H2020-SFS-17 (2018-2021): "Virome NGS analysis of pests and pathogens for plant protection" - PI Research Team: The group currently includes 3 PhD students (Cecilia Martín Parera, Julian Méndez Garcia), 1 postdoc (Javier Pardo Medina), and collaborates with Assistant Professor Julio Luis Rodriguez Romero. Laboratory Facilities: The group operates from offices (Room 223) and laboratories (Room 229) at the CBGP facilities in Montegancedo Campus, Madrid, with full molecular biology, genomics, and plant pathology capabilities.

Ross Wallerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Molecular Biology
• Cell Biology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ross Waller is a researcher at the Department of Biochemistry , University of Cambridge, focusing on the molecular evolution and cell biology of protists, particularly within the Alveolata infrakingdom. His work spans apicomplexan parasites (Plasmodium, Toxoplasma), dinoflagellate symbionts, and ciliates, investigating their subcellular organization, endosymbiotic partnerships, and genomic adaptations. His research provides critical insights into eukaryotic evolution and parasitism. Key research areas include: Adaptations in apicomplexan parasites for host exploitation Molecular processes of endosymbiont establishment Chromatin management in dinoflagellates without histones Cell biological innovations in coral-associated dinoflagellates Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding plastid evolution, secretory organelle dynamics, and metabolic adaptations across parasitic and symbiotic protists. The Waller Group is actively recruiting interns and researchers interested in experimental cell biology of marine protists.

Gerald B. Koudelkaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• DNA-protein interaction
• DNA structure
• Bacterial pathogenesis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gerald B. Koudelka is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University at Buffalo, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology. His research focuses on two major themes: mechanisms of DNA-protein interactions and the evolutionary role of bacteriophage-encoded exotoxins as antipredator defenses. Dr. Koudelka earned his PhD from the University at Buffalo and completed postdoctoral research at Harvard University. His work combines molecular genetics, microbial ecology, and evolutionary biology to explore how bacteria interact with their environment. Key areas include understanding how regulatory proteins recognize DNA sequences and investigating the ecological functions of Shiga toxin-encoding bacteriophages in bacterial survival strategies. Research highlights include discovering that Shiga toxin production may primarily function as a defense against predatory protists rather than targeting mammals, and elucidating the role of DNA conformation in protein binding specificity. His lab has also developed novel recombineering systems for genetic manipulation of enterohemorrhagic E. coli. Recent studies (2023-2024) focus on how bacterial surface structures like LPS influence amoeba predation and the role of prophage-encoded enzymes in regulating toxin expression. Awards include the SUNY Chancellor's Teaching Excellence Award and American Academy of Microbiology Fellowship. Dr. Koudelka maintains an active laboratory at Buffalo, with ongoing projects investigating bacterial defense mechanisms, phage-toxin ecology, and the environmental persistence of pathogenic E. coli strains.

Dana E. Huntمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Marine Microbial Ecology
• Environmental Microbiology
• Bacterial Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dana E. Hunt is an Associate Professor of Microbial Ecology at Duke University's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering within the Marine Science and Conservation school. Her research focuses on microbial interactions with the environment, including temperature effects and responses to pollutants. Academic Rank: Associate Professor University: Duke University Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering Research Interests: Marine microbial ecology, bacterial interactions, environmental stressors Email: dana.hunt@duke.edu The Hunt lab investigates bacterial dynamics in marine systems, emphasizing temporal and spatial scales. Recent publications highlight studies on nutrient cycling, pollutant adaptation, and microbial community responses to environmental changes. Key topics include marine microbiomes, niche partitioning, and climate stressors. Her teaching portfolio includes courses like Ecological Perspectives: Evolution to Ecosystems and Coastal Watershed Management and Restoration . Collaborations span oceanographic phenomena like Gulf Stream eddies and biogeochemical processes in coastal environments.

Matthias Hornمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Symbioses
• Bacterial Symbionts of Protozoa and Insects
• Evolution of Intracellular Bacteria
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Matthias Horn is a University Professor at the Centre for Microbiology and Environmental Systems Science of the University of Vienna, specializing in microbial symbioses and intracellular bacteria. He leads the Division of Microbial Ecology and investigates symbionts of amoebae, arthropods, and marine organisms, with a focus on genome evolution and host-pathogen interactions. Research Interests: Microbial symbioses (protozoa, insects) Evolution of intracellular bacteria Microbial genome evolution Host-eukaryote interactions Recent Publications explore chlamydiae adaptation, giant virus-host codon mismatches, and symbionts in corals and dinoflagellates. His work is supported by the Austrian Science Fund Cluster of Excellence Microbiomes Drive Planetary Health and previously by the ERC and FWF. Awards: FWF START Award (2005) ERC Starting Grant (2011) Teaching includes courses on molecular microbial ecology, symbiosis, and advanced techniques like FISH. His team comprises postdocs, PhD candidates, and technicians studying microbial interactions.

Matthias Wolfمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Phylogenetics
• Phycology
• Protistology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthias Wolf is an Academic Director at the Department of Bioinformatics, Biocenter, University of Würzburg. He holds a Doctor rerum naturalium (summa cum laude) from Free University of Berlin (2002) and has been a faculty member since 2003, progressing through roles including C1 Assistant Professor (2003–2008), Lecturer (2008–2015), Senior Lecturer (2015–2024), and now Academic Director. His research focuses on phylogenetics, phycology, and RNA secondary structure analysis, particularly using ITS2 databases. He has over 85 peer-reviewed publications and an h-index of 46. Awards include being listed among the top 2% scientists in his field (2020) and recognition for 25 years of service in Berlin and Bavaria (2023). Education highlights include a Diploma in Biology (1999) and PhD studies on molecular systematics of green algae (2002). He has held visiting roles at Research Center Jülich and contributed to expeditions aboard the research vessel METEOR. His grants include DFG funding for ITS2-based phylogenetic algorithms (2007–2011). He serves on editorial boards for BMC Ecology and Evolution and Biology , and is active in societies like GfBS and DBG. Research interests emphasize using ITS2 sequence-structure data for phylogenetic reconstruction, species delineation, and molecular systematics. His work spans algae, protists, and fungi, with a focus on resolving evolutionary relationships and taxonomic ambiguities. Teaching responsibilities include courses in bioinformatics, phylogenetics, and computational tools for biology. Labs/Teams : Chair of Bioinformatics, ITS2 Database Project Grants : DFG MU 2831/1-1 (2007–2011) Advising : Supervised numerous PhD/Master’s students in microbial systematics and bioinformatics

Marlene Oeffingerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• RNA Processing
• Ribosome Biogenesis
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marlene Oeffinger is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Montreal and holds a cross-appointment at the Division of Experimental Medicine, McGill University . She serves as Research Director of the Ribonucleoprotein Biochemistry Research Unit at the Montreal Clinical Research Institute (IRCM). Her research focuses on RNA maturation pathways, ribosome biogenesis, and their links to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and ALS through RNA-protein complex dynamics. Education : Master's in Cell Biology (University of Vienna), PhD in Molecular Biology (University of Edinburgh). Training : Postdoctoral work in David Tollervey's lab (Edinburgh) and Mike Rout's lab (Rockefeller University). Her work combines proteomics , biochemical assays , and computational approaches to map RNA maturation networks and their connections to DNA damage repair. Recent articles highlight discoveries in archaeal ribosome evolution, mRNA export mechanisms, and RNA structure probing in yeast. She has received prestigious awards including the CIHR New Investigator Award , FRQ-S Junior Scholar Fellowships , and Revson Foundation Biomedical Fellowship . Marlene's lab trains students and researchers in RNA biology, with current members like Master's student Mauricio Hernandez Magana. Her affiliations span multiple platforms at the IRCM, including bioinformatics , proteomics , and molecular biology . She leads grants from CIHR , FRQNT , and Brain Canada , advancing understanding of RNA's role in disease etiology.

Michael Marrمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gene Expression Regulation
• Transcriptional Control
• Post-transcriptional Regulation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael Marr is an Associate Professor of Biology at Brandeis University, specializing in mechanisms controlling gene expression. His research spans transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulation in metazoan cells, with a focus on Drosophila models. University: Brandeis University Department: Department of Biology Email: mmarr@brandeis.edu Research Interests Dr. Marr investigates how cells respond to developmental and environmental signals via changes in gene expression. Key areas include: Transcriptional activation by metal-dependent factors (MTF-1) under heavy metal shock Post-transcriptional control via insulin receptor pathways and IRES-mediated translation Functional coupling of transcription and translation to amplify signaling responses Role of co-activators in transcriptional regulation and redundancy analysis Notable Discoveries His lab demonstrated that the Drosophila insulin receptor (dINR) utilizes an internal ribosome entry site (IRES) for cap-independent translation, resolving how cells prioritize pathway-specific protein synthesis under stress. Article Trends His work focuses on molecular signaling, RNA biology, and transcriptional machinery across genomics, stress response, and developmental biology. Studies often bridge biochemical assays, RNA interference, and translational control mechanisms. Laboratory Located at the Rosenstiel Basic Medical Sciences Research Center, his lab employs Drosophila to dissect gene regulatory networks.

Peter Kennedyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mycology
• Microbiology
• Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Peter Kennedy is a Professor in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology at the University of Minnesota's College of Biological Sciences, where he serves as Interim Associate Dean of Research and holds the PMB Wardle Chair of Microbial Ecology. His Kennedy Lab investigates plant-microbe interactions, with a primary focus on ectomycorrhizal fungal symbioses in forest ecosystems. The lab integrates mycology, microbiology, ecology, evolution, and molecular biology to study how biotic and abiotic factors shape ecological communities. Research employs field sampling, greenhouse experiments, and molecular techniques to examine fungal necromass decomposition, carbon sequestration mechanisms, and climate change impacts on microbial communities. Key areas include the 'Gadgil Effect' (fungal guild interactions controlling carbon cycling), protist roles in soil food webs, and biogeographic patterns of symbiotic versus saprotrophic fungi. Recent publications reveal strong trends in fungal necromass decomposition dynamics under warming and nitrogen fertilization, with emphasis on melanin's role in carbon stabilization and microbial community shifts. Work increasingly connects molecular mechanisms (e.g., gene expression in Ascomycota) to ecosystem-scale carbon cycling. Scientific recognition includes: Fulbright fellowship (2019) for Colombia-based biodiversity research PMB Wardle Chair of Microbial Ecology (2022), supporting new microbial ecology directions Mentorship spans 14+ PhD students including Lotus Lofgren (UC Riverside), Craig See (Northern Arizona University), and Chris Fernandez (Syracuse University). Major grants include NSF Dimensions of Biodiversity (oak symbiont networks), Gadgil Effect studies, and SPRUCE experiment collaborations. International partnerships with Norway (University of Oslo), China (Xishuangbanna Institute), and Colombia (Universidad Nacional) drive cross-continental research. The Kennedy Lab operates the Itasca ForestGEO plot and maintains strong ties with the Bell Museum fungal collections. Current initiatives include protist-fungal interaction studies, necromass RNASeq analyses, and expansion of FUNGuild—a community resource for fungal ecological guild classification.

Pauline Scanlanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Human Gut Microbiome Ecology
• Antimicrobial Resistance Evolution
• Bacteria-Phage Coevolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pauline Scanlan is a Lecturer in the School of Microbiology at University College Cork (UCC), leading the Scanlan Lab at the APC Microbiome Ireland research institute. Her research focuses on the ecology and evolution of the human gut microbiome, including antimicrobial resistance (AMR), bacteria-phage coevolution, and protist diversity. She holds a Royal Society-Science Foundation Ireland University Research Fellowship and previously worked at the University of Oxford and Teagasc. Education : B.Sc. (Plant and Microbial Biotechnology), UCC, 2002 Ph.D. (Medicine), UCC, 2007 Research Interests : Dr. Scanlan investigates how gut microbiota evolve in response to antibiotics, biotic interactions, and environmental factors. Key areas include AMR evolution, phage-bacteria dynamics, Blastocystis prevalence, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) associations. Articles : Her recent work highlights antibiotic impacts on gut microbiota stability, phage-bacteria coexistence mechanisms, and protist diversity in health. Themes include microbial adaptation, community resilience, and evolutionary trade-offs in the gut ecosystem. Awards : Royal Society-Science Foundation Ireland University Research Fellowship (2015) Marie Curie Intra-European Research Fellowship Grants & Labs : The Scanlan Lab explores microbiome evolution using in vitro models and longitudinal human cohort studies. Active projects include IBD-related research and microbial coevolutionary dynamics.

• Evolutionary Genomics
• Endosymbiosis
• Phylogenomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Thomas Richards is a Professor of Evolutionary Genomics at the University of Oxford and a Royal Society University Research Fellow. His research focuses on understanding the origins and diversification of eukaryotic cellular complexity through phylogenomic, cell biological, and molecular approaches. Current research themes include phylogenomic analysis of gene ancestry, endosymbiosis mechanisms, and environmental DNA studies of microbial diversity. His work spans disciplines such as evolutionary genomics, microbial ecology, and systems biology, addressing questions like how endosymbioses form and how uncultured protists contribute to biodiversity. Key projects include studies on pathogen evolution, transporter proteins, and the genetic networks governing symbiotic interactions. Prof. Richards has published extensively on topics like membrane permeability, genetic code reassignments, and the evolution of eukaryotic microbes. His awards include the Royal Society University Research Fellowship, recognizing his contributions to understanding microbial and eukaryotic evolution.

Ian Lidburyمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Microbial Ecophysiology
• Phosphorus Cycling
• Soil Microbiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Ian Lidbury is a Royal Society University Research Fellow and MMBD Comms Lead at the University of Sheffield's School of Biosciences. His research focuses on microbial ecophysiology, particularly linking microbial activity to ecosystem services such as food security and climate change mitigation. He holds a BBSRC Discovery Fellowship and previously served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Warwick. Education: PhD in Marine Microbiology (University of Warwick, 2011-2015) MRes in Marine Microbiology (Marine Biological Association & Plymouth University, 2010-2011) Research Interests: Organic phosphorus cycling in plant-associated bacteria Soil polysaccharide degradation by Bacteroidetes Microbial interactions at the root-soil interface Meta-omics approaches to study soil microbiome function Publications: Recent work includes studies on phosphatase enzymes in marine cyanobacteria, nitrogen-phosphorus dynamics in soil, and bacterial adaptations to nutrient-poor environments. His lab employs multi-layered omics techniques combined with bacterial genetics to explore microbial ecophysiology. Awards: Royal Society University Research Fellowship BBSRC Discovery Fellowship Teaching & Mentorship: Teaches courses on microbial genetics and environmental microbiology Supervises PhD students in topics such as rhizosphere microbiology and biogeochemical cycles Lab Collaborations: Collaborates with Dr. Ellie Harrison (phage-rhizobia-legume interactions) and Prof. Tim Daniell (agroecosystem nitrogen cycling) at the Arthur Willis Environmental Centre.