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Cedric Feschotteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Genomics
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Cedric Feschotte is the Barbara McClintock Professor of Molecular Biology and Genetics at Cornell University, where he also leads Diversity and Inclusion initiatives in his department. He is affiliated with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) and is a member of the Graduate Fields of Genetics, Genomics and Development, and Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology. His research focuses on mobile genetic elements, such as transposons and endogenous viruses, in vertebrate genomes, including humans. His lab employs integrative approaches combining functional genomics, biochemistry, and genetics to study these elements' roles in evolution, physiology, and disease. Recent work includes investigating transposable elements' impact on innate immunity, development, and genome architecture. Dr. Feschotte teaches courses in critical thinking in genetics and undergraduate research. He is the director of the Feschotte Lab, which has contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations, such as seed grants fostering research on disease-related topics. His research spans diverse systems, including zebrafish and human models, and addresses fundamental questions about transposon propagation and their co-option into host functions. Notable contributions include studies on HIV resistance mechanisms and the evolutionary origins of innate immune proteins from viral elements.

Saima Shahidمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Epigenetics
• Plant Parasitism
• Transposable Elements
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Dr. Saima Shahid is a Lecturer at the University of Sheffield’s School of Biosciences and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University. Her research focuses on interspecies RNA communication, epigenetic regulation, and transposable elements in parasitic plant interactions. She holds a PhD from The Pennsylvania State University (2017) and has held postdoctoral positions at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center and Ohio State University. Her work explores how mobile small RNAs influence host-parasite interactions, with implications for crop resistance. Research Interests: Mobile small RNAs in plant-plant communication Epigenetic memory in parasitic plants Transposable element dynamics in host-parasite systems RNA-based solutions for crop parasite resistance Education: PhD, The Pennsylvania State University (2017) MSc, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Dhaka (2009) BSc, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Dhaka (2008) Laboratory and Collaborations: Shahid Lab at the University of Sheffield, affiliated with the Plants, Photosynthesis and Soil Cluster and the Sheffield Institute for Nucleic Acids. Collaborates with institutions like Penn State and University of Virginia on parasitic plant research.

• RNA interference
• Gene regulation
• Plant biotechnology
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Dr Felipe Fenselau de Felippes holds the position of Senior Research Associate within QUT's School of Biology & Environmental Science, part of the Faculty of Science. He completed his PhD at the Max Planck Institute for Developmental Biology (Germany) and postdoctoral research at ETH Zurich (Switzerland). His career has focused on RNA interference mechanisms in plants, particularly their roles in development, viral defense, and abiotic stress responses. Research interests include gene regulation via small RNAs, plant biotechnology applications, and genomic approaches to studying plant responses. He teaches BVB317 - Principles of Genomics and Biotechnology. Key contributions include work on transgene expression optimization using terminator elements and multi-omic analysis of Nicotiana benthamiana. Publications span plant stress responses, viral resistance mechanisms, and foundational studies in RNA silencing pathways. His work has been published in New Phytologist , Nature Plants , and Plant Journal . Current research emphasizes drought response strategies and translational plant biotechnology solutions.

Yen-Wen Kuoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant virology
• RNA interference
• Virus-host interactions
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Yen-Wen Kuo is Assistant Professor of Plant Pathology at UC Davis, focusing on plant virology and RNA interference mechanisms. Her research investigates viral pathogenesis in agricultural systems, particularly vector-mediated transmission and host immune responses. The Kuo Lab employs molecular techniques to develop innovative disease control strategies for economically significant crops. Research emphasizes Liberibacter-psyllid interactions and RNAi-based viral resistance. Current projects examine viral RNA structures facilitating infection persistence and artificial miRNA applications in crop protection. Collaborative field studies address emerging plant diseases across California agricultural systems.

Gopal Achariمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Advanced Oxidative Processes
• Photocatalysis
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Gopal Achari is a Professor at the University of Calgary , specifically within the Schulich School of Engineering and the Department of Civil Engineering . He holds a B.Tech. from the Indian Institute of Technology (Delhi), an M.Sc. from the University of Calgary, and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the same institution. As a P.Eng. licensed with APEGA , his work spans both academic research and practical applications. Education: B.Tech. in Civil Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (Delhi), 1987 M.Sc. in Civil Engineering, University of Calgary, 1991 PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Calgary, 1995 Professor Achari's research interests focus on water and wastewater treatment , advanced oxidative processes , photocatalysis , and soil remediation . His work often integrates One Health Initiative (2020-2025) to address environmental challenges. Recent publications highlight his exploration of PFAS monitoring , UV/H2O2 degradation of pharmaceuticals , and machine learning applications in water systems . Scientific awards include the Best Poster Presentation at a 2012 conference. He has pioneered UV-based photocatalytic systems for contaminant removal, LED photoreactors for organic pollutants, and integrated biopile technologies for sulfolane remediation. His Google Scholar profile reveals ongoing contributions to wastewater-based epidemiology and AI-driven water treatment optimization . While no formal student list is available, his collaborations with researchers like C.H. Langford and J. Hollman suggest mentorship roles. Projects under his leadership include PCB soil treatment systems and remote sensing for water quality . His work bridges environmental engineering with public health through initiatives like campus wastewater surveillance for SARS-CoV-2.

Leo W Beukeboomمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Genetics
• Entomology
• Ecological and Evolutionary Genomics
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Prof. Leo W Beukeboom is a Professor of Evolutionary Genetics at the University of Groningen’s Faculty of Science and Engineering, within the Groningen Institute for Evolutionary Life Sciences. His research focuses on the genetics and evolution of insect reproductive modes, sex determination, and ecological genomics, using parasitoid wasps (e.g., Nasonia, Asobara) and flies (Musca, Drosophila) as primary study organisms. He is Editor-in-Chief of Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata and Director of the Erasmus Mundus Master Programme in Evolutionary Biology (MEME). Additional roles include advising companies like Amusca Breeding B.V. and Tryptomera B.V. Key research interests include mechanisms of sexual/parthenogenetic reproduction, photoperiodism, insect pest control, and applications in sustainable agriculture. Current projects involve mass rearing insects for feed (INSECTFEED), circadian rhythms in Nasonia (CINCHRON), and polyploid evolution. He supervises multiple PhD projects and collaborates internationally on topics like sex determination genetics and biological control strategies. Recent publications highlight breakthroughs in understanding sex determination genes (e.g., transformer paralogs in wasps) and housefly genetics. His work bridges fundamental research with applied challenges in sustainable insect production and pest management.

Spence Behmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physiological Ecology
• Insect Nutrition
• Entomology
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Spence Behmer is a Professor in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University and Founding Chair of the Ecology & Evolutionary Biology PhD program. His research focuses on insect nutritional physiology, ecology, and plant-herbivore interactions, with emphasis on species like ants, aphids, grasshoppers, and honey bees. He has secured over $15M in federal funding and published 85 peer-reviewed articles, cited over 5,400 times. Behmer co-edits the Journal of Insect Physiology and serves on editorial boards for Current Opinion in Insect Science , Insect Science , and others. He has led national and international conferences, including the Gordon Research Conference on Plant-Herbivore Interactions. Education: B.S. Biology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln M.S. Biology/Ecology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Ph.D. Entomology, University of Arizona Research Interests: Behmer’s work integrates in vitro and field studies to explore how insects regulate nutrient intake, adapt to dietary limitations, and interact with host plants. Key themes include sterol nutrition, Bt toxin susceptibility, and the ecological consequences of herbivore nutritional strategies. His lab develops novel pest management techniques leveraging nutritional and molecular insights. Recent Article Trends: Behmer’s recent publications emphasize RNAi-mediated pest control, plant-insect sterol dynamics, and nutritional regulation in social insects. Key innovations include using cricket powder in ant diets and exploring leaf-mining fly evolution to understand herbivory adaptations. Grants & Funding: Over $15M secured through USDA and NSF programs for projects on nutritional physiology, Bt toxin efficacy, and plant defense mechanisms. Current work includes sterol-modified crops and nano-pesticide interactions. Labs/Teams: Leads Texas A&M’s Entomology Nutrition Lab, collaborating with ecologists, geneticists, and agricultural engineers to bridge lab and field studies. Initiatives include the Schistocerca gregaria genome project and Bt toxin-nutrition interaction studies.

• Molecular Virology
• Host Response
• Virus/Host Interactions
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Jessica Ciomperlik-Patton, Ph.D., is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Texas A&M University under the mentorship of Dr. Kevin Myles. She is affiliated with the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences and Texas A&M AgriLife. Her work focuses on molecular virology and antiviral RNA interference mechanisms in mosquitoes. Dr. Ciomperlik-Patton holds a B.S. in Biology from Texas A&M University, an M.S. in Plant Pathology from Texas A&M, and a Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Wisconsin. Research interests include understanding host-virus interactions, particularly how mosquitoes combat RNA viruses through RNA interference pathways. She contributes to advancing knowledge in vector biology and antiviral strategies. No specific grants, awards, or student advisement are documented here.

Alejandra Zarate-Potesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Host-Microbe Interactions
• Microbiology
• Molecular Biology
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Dr. Alejandra Zarate-Potes is a Visiting Researcher at Lancaster University's Faculty of Health and Medicine , affiliated with the Biomedical and Life Sciences Department . Her work focuses on understanding host-microbe interactions using the nematode model Caenorhabditis elegans and associated bacteria. She employs multiomics techniques (transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics) alongside genetic and phenotypic analyses to study disease mechanisms and microbial influences on host health. Current projects include mapping gut-bacteria genetic networks via a BBSRC grant (BB/S017127/1) awarded to Dr. Alex Benedetto. Active collaborations involve the Brazil-UK Partnership targeting gut microbiota health and resolving bottlenecks in transcriptomic data extraction. She contributes to the Centre of Excellence in Environmental Data Science and participated in outreach like the FURNESS STEM SHOW 2023 . Her research integrates cutting-edge methods such as RNA interference and microscopy-based phenotyping to dissect microbial pathogenesis and symbiotic relationships. Key interests span evolutionary microbiology, systems biology, and translational applications in infectious disease.

• Molecular Biology
• Cell Biology
• Genetics
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Prof. Dr. Alfred Nordheim is a Professor and Head of the Department of Molecular Biology at the University of Tuebingen, Germany, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and the Interfaculty Institute for Cell Biology. His research focuses on molecular mechanisms in gene regulation, transcription factors, vascular biology, neurobiology, and their roles in diseases such as fibrosis and cancer. He leads the Nordheim laboratory, contributing to groundbreaking studies on endothelial cell function, liver regeneration, and neural plasticity. His work spans interdisciplinary collaborations, as evidenced by his involvement in projects like the Bartonella adhesin study. Prof. Nordheim holds a prominent position in academic leadership, overseeing departmental operations and advancing research through high-impact publications. He is contactable at alfred.nordheim@uni-tuebingen.de and consults on Tuesdays between 8-9 AM. Research Interests: Prof. Nordheim’s work integrates molecular and cellular approaches to understand transcriptional regulation, vascular development, and neurological processes. Key areas include the role of SRF and MRTF-A in gene expression, endothelial signaling pathways, and the molecular basis of memory formation. His studies often bridge basic science with clinical implications, such as liver regeneration and bone marrow fibrosis mechanisms. Contributions: Over decades, Prof. Nordheim has authored or co-authored numerous influential papers, including seminal works on Ets proteins and RNAi-based liver regeneration studies. His research has advanced understanding of transcription factors in health and disease, with implications for cardiovascular and neurobiological fields.

John Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• MicroRNA Biology
• Small RNA Function
• Genome Regulation
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John Kim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Johns Hopkins University (Krieger School of Arts & Sciences), focusing on the biological functions of microRNAs and small RNAs. Previously, he held positions at the University of Michigan's Life Sciences Institute (2006–2015) and completed postdoctoral research at Harvard Medical School and MGH (2001–2006). His academic journey includes a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UC Davis (2000) and a B.S. in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale University (1990). His research explores how small RNAs regulate developmental processes, gene expression, and epigenetic mechanisms in organisms like C. elegans and Drosophila. Key themes include microRNA-mediated gene silencing, intergenerational RNA inheritance, and the role of small RNAs in chromatin dynamics. Notable contributions include studies on piRNA biogenesis, molting cycle regulation in C. elegans, and the formation of G bodies during hypoxia. Kim has received prestigious awards such as the Frederick C. Neidhardt Endowed Professorship (2013) and was a Pew Scholar in the Biomedical Sciences (2009–2013). His work integrates experimental and computational approaches, as seen in studies of transcriptome-wide RNA binding sites and gPAR-CLIP-seq methodologies. His lab investigates molecular mechanisms underlying RNA function in development and stress responses, with a focus on transgenerational epigenetic inheritance and metabolic adaptations. Collaborative efforts include projects on glycolytic enzyme compartmentalization and the role of RNAi in genome defense.

Hojun Songمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Orthoptera Systematics
• Phenotypic Plasticity
• Evolutionary Biology
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Hojun Song is Professor in Entomology at Texas A&M University. His research documents biodiversity and evolutionary relationships in Orthoptera (grasshoppers, katydids, crickets) and examines phenotypic plasticity mechanisms using swarming locusts. With over $16M in NSF and USDA funding, he teaches insect systematics, biodiversity, and field entomology in Costa Rica. As Co-Editor-in-Chief of Insect Systematics & Diversity, he has received the NSF CAREER award (2013), Fulbright Scholarship (2019), and multiple teaching awards. Research includes phylogenomics, locust phase polyphenism, and molecular systematics of Orthoptera.

Zach Adelmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vector Biology
• Gene Editing
• Gene Drive
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Zach Adelman is a Professor and Endowed Chair of Agricultural Biotechnology in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University. He is also a Texas A&M AgriLife Research Fellow and Presidential Impact Fellow. His research focuses on developing novel gene editing approaches for disease vector mosquitoes, including safeguards for gene drive systems. He has authored/co-authored over 75 peer-reviewed publications and edited a book on genetic control of malaria and dengue. His work has been continuously funded by the NIH since 2007. Education: B.A. in Biochemistry, Ithaca College Ph.D. in Microbiology, Colorado State University Research interests include vector biology, gene editing, gene drive technology, and genomics. His studies address the development of genetic tools to control mosquito-borne diseases, including dengue and malaria. Key themes include CRISPR-based gene drives, RNA interference mechanisms, and the ethical governance of biotechnology. Recent articles highlight advancements in gene drive systems, circadian biology in mosquitoes, and public acceptance of biotechnology. His work emphasizes translational applications, such as improving mosquito population control strategies. Awards include the Texas A&M Presidential Impact Fellow and his roles in national advisory committees for biotechnology regulation. His grants and collaborations include NIH funding and federal advisory roles. Adelman’s lab, Zach Adelman Lab , focuses on genetic and molecular approaches to vector control. Ongoing projects aim to enhance understanding of mosquito physiology and develop scalable solutions for disease prevention.

John Bartonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Virology
• Immunology
• Evolutionary Biology
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John Barton, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computational and Systems Biology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. His research integrates statistical physics , machine learning , and population genetics to study viral evolution and immunity, with a focus on HIV and SARS-CoV-2. His lab develops computational tools like popDMS for analyzing viral fitness landscapes and has contributed to understanding mechanisms of viral escape from immune responses and vaccine design strategies. Education: PhD in Physics from Rutgers University Research Interests: Barton’s work addresses fundamental questions about viral adaptation, clonal heterogeneity in viral reservoirs, and the interplay between chronic infections and evolutionary dynamics. He applies advanced mathematical frameworks such as Ising/Potts models and covariance factorization to decode genetic data from large-scale surveillance efforts. Key Contributions: Recent studies include modeling SARS-CoV-2 transmission via genomic data, analyzing HIV evolutionary trajectories in humans and macaques, and developing methods to infer mutation effects from deep mutational scans. His lab also explores innate immune adaptation and the design of broadly neutralizing antibody-based therapies. Awards & Recognition: No specific awards listed, though his work has been supported by NIH-funded initiatives in computational virology. Labs/Teams: Leads the Barton Lab, part of the School of Medicine’s Computational and Systems Biology program, collaborating with global networks in infectious disease research and public health.

David H. Mathewsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• RNA Structure and Function
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
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David H. Mathews, M.D., Ph.D., is a Professor and the Lynne E. Maquat Distinguished Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. His research focuses on RNA structure and function, including computational modeling of RNA folding, riboswitch mechanisms, and the impact of RNA modifications on cellular processes. Education: MD: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, 2003 PhD: University of Rochester, Chemistry, 2002 BS: University of Rochester, Physics, 1994 Research Interests: Dr. Mathews investigates RNA's role in cellular processes, particularly RNA structure prediction, computational tools for molecular biology, and the functional implications of RNA modifications such as 3-methylcytosine. His work integrates experimental and computational approaches to understand how RNA structures regulate gene expression and translation. Publications: His recent work highlights advancements in RNA design algorithms, structural analysis of riboswitches, and the development of tools like RNAstructure for secondary structure prediction. Key themes include improving force fields for RNA simulations and exploring the dynamics of RNA-protein interactions. Awards: Lynne E. Maquat Distinguished Professorship Labs/Teams: Dr. Mathews leads a research group focused on computational and structural RNA biology, collaborating on projects ranging from viral RNA structure analysis to synthetic RNA design.