جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Multiple Sclerosis
• Physiotherapy
• Rehabilitation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Lorna Paul is a faculty member in the Department of Physiotherapy at Glasgow Caledonian University. Her research focuses on rehabilitation strategies for neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, particularly Multiple Sclerosis (MS), spinal cord injuries, and osteoarthritis. She leads projects exploring physical activity’s role in symptom management, telerehabilitation, and virtual reality (VR) applications for rehabilitation. Notable projects include the PRACTISE feasibility study for stroke rehabilitation and initiatives on MS symptom management through exercise. Paul’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, with projects funded by organizations like the Multiple Sclerosis Society and NHS Ayrshire and Arran. She supervises doctoral students and actively publishes in areas like meta-analyses of physical therapy interventions and patient engagement. Key Projects: PRACTISE (telerehabilitation), Exercise/Physical Activity for MS Management, VR in Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation. Research Interests: MS Rehabilitation, Physical Activity’s Impact on Chronic Diseases, VR Rehabilitation Techniques. Her contributions extend to global initiatives, such as developing social enterprise programs in Sri Lanka with the British Council. Paul is committed to advancing evidence-based practices in physiotherapy and improving patient outcomes through innovative interventions.

Georgios Grigoriadisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cardiovascular Disease
• Exercise Physiology
• Cancer Rehabilitation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Georgios Grigoriadis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Exercise Science at Loyola University Chicago’s Parkinson School of Public Health. His research focuses on the role of exercise in preventing and treating cardiovascular disease, particularly in breast cancer survivors, and in populations such as multiple sclerosis patients, obese individuals, and those with Down syndrome. He teaches courses in exercise physiology, cardiovascular disease, and cancer rehabilitation. Education: Ph.D. in Kinesiology, Nutrition and Rehabilitation (University of Illinois at Chicago), M.S. in Exercise Science (Northeastern Illinois University), B.S. in Physical Education and Sports Science (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki). Research interests emphasize exercise interventions to improve cardiovascular function, addressing disparities in health outcomes across genders, age groups, and disease populations. Key areas include cancer survivorship, neurological disorders, obesity, and aging-related cardiovascular adaptations. His work explores mechanisms such as cerebral hemodynamics, arterial stiffness, and autoregulation under exercise stress. Publications highlight studies on gender differences in cerebral blood flow responses during resistance exercise, cardiorespiratory fitness in breast cancer survivors, and vascular adaptations in Down syndrome. Ongoing projects aim to translate findings into clinical interventions to enhance physical function and quality of life.

Thomas A. Cooperمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Alternative Splicing Regulation
• Myotonic Dystrophy Pathogenesis
• RNA Processing Mechanisms
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas A. Cooper is a Professor at Baylor College of Medicine, holding joint appointments in Pathology & Immunology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, and Molecular Physiology and Biophysics. He holds the R. Clarence and Irene H. Fulbright Chair in Pathology and the S. Donald Greenberg Chair in Pathology. His research focuses on RNA processing mechanisms, particularly alternative splicing regulation and its role in myotonic dystrophy pathogenesis. Cooper's lab investigates how dysregulated RNA processing leads to neuromuscular diseases and cardiac dysfunction. Education: BS in Biology, Moravian College (1977) MD, Temple University School of Medicine (1982) Postdoctoral Fellowship, University of California, San Francisco (1982–1986) Research Interests: Dr. Cooper's work centers on understanding the molecular mechanisms of RNA processing in health and disease. Key areas include: - Regulation of alternative splicing by CELF and MBNL proteins - Pathogenesis of myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), focusing on CUG repeat RNA toxicity - Developmental regulation of splicing in skeletal muscle and heart - Therapeutic strategies targeting RNA toxicity and splicing defects Recent Research Trends: Recent publications highlight advancements in CRISPR-based therapies for cardiac manifestations of DM1, the role of MBNL proteins in compensatory splicing, and the impact of microtubule dynamics on muscle function. Work on CELF1 overexpression and its link to muscle wasting underscores the lab's translational focus in RNA-based diseases. Awards: Michael E. DeBakey Excellence in Research Award (2014, 2018) Steinert Award for Myotonic Dystrophy Research (2022) NIH and Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation grants Funding & Grants: NIH R01 grants for transcriptome processing in skeletal muscle and DM1 cardiac mechanisms NIAMS-funded projects on CUG-repeat RNA complexes and muscle pathogenesis His lab collaborates on mouse models and CRISPR tools to study disease mechanisms and therapeutic interventions. Labs & Collaborations: The Cooper Lab fosters interdisciplinary research, training postdocs and graduate students in RNA biology and disease modeling. Collaborations span cardiology, neurology, and molecular genetics, with a focus on translating basic findings into clinical applications.

• Biomedical Optics
• Diffuse Optical Spectroscopy
• Medical Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marta Zanoletti is a Research Fellow in the Medical Optics group at ICFO - The Institute of Photonic Sciences. She holds a PhD in Physics from Politecnico di Milano. Her research focuses on developing non-invasive optical technologies for clinical diagnostics, particularly in critical care and oncology. Her work spans biomedical optics , diffuse optical spectroscopy , and hemodynamic monitoring . She specializes in hybrid optical platforms (combining time-domain and diffuse correlation spectroscopies) for real-time tissue analysis, microvascular oxygenation assessment, and endothelial function evaluation. Key applications include ICU patient monitoring, thyroid cancer screening, and COVID-19-related vascular impairments. Recent publications emphasize optical device validation (e.g., VASCOVID platform), multi-laboratory instrument standardization, and clinical translation of near-infrared spectroscopies. No awards, students, or grants are mentioned in the provided data. She collaborates with the Medical Optics team at ICFO, contributing to projects like HEMOCOVID-19 and LUCA (multi-modal thyroid screening platform).

Christopher Hammellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Timing
• Gene Regulation
• RNA Biology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Christopher Hammell is Professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and Faculty Head of the Functional Genomics Shared Resource. His lab investigates gene regulatory mechanisms controlling developmental timing using C. elegans models. Education: PhD in Biochemistry, Dartmouth Medical School (2002) BSc in Biochemistry, University of Georgia (1995) Research Focus: Studies how genes turn on/off with precise timing during development, and how disruptions contribute to diseases like cancer. Current projects examine satellite cell function, skeletal muscle growth regulation, and interventions for muscle deficits.

George Gerald Rodney Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Skeletal Muscle Physiology
• Cellular Signaling
• Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

George Gerald Rodney Jr., Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics at Baylor College of Medicine. His research focuses on skeletal muscle physiology, calcium signaling, and redox mechanisms underlying muscle function and pathology. Education: Post-Doctoral Fellowship, University of Maryland at Baltimore (2004) PhD, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX (2001) MS, University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, TX (1996) Research Interests: Dr. Rodney’s work integrates real-time imaging of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and calcium dynamics to study skeletal muscle physiology under physiological and pathophysiological conditions. Key areas include: Regulation of ryanodine receptors (RyR) and excitation-contraction coupling Role of ROS in muscle dystrophies (e.g., Duchenne muscular dystrophy) Development of ROS inhibitors for therapeutic applications Lab Techniques: The Rodney Lab employs advanced methodologies such as confocal microscopy, fluorescent ROS detection, patch clamping, and in vivo electroporation to investigate muscle function at the molecular and cellular levels. Clinical Implications: His research identifies redox signaling pathways as potential therapeutic targets for muscle-wasting disorders, diabetes, and chronic heart failure.

• Cell Biology
• Functional Genomics
• Exercise Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniela Caporossi is a Full Professor in the Department of Human Motor Sciences and Health at the University of Rome 'Foro Italico'. She specializes in Cell Biology and Functional Genomics applied to movement and sport sciences, focusing on genetic and epigenetic mechanisms in systemic adaptation to exercise, exercise and redox homeostasis, and molecular cross-talk in muscle cells. Her research explores topics like αB-crystallin modulation, extracellular vesicles dynamics, and the role of physical activity in disease prevention. She leads the International Master's Degree Course in Physical Activity and Health and heads the Laboratory of Biology and Genetics of Movement. Her work bridges basic science with translational research, emphasizing the molecular and cellular adaptations to physical activity. Key achievements include the SFRR-E Young Investigator Award (2014) for contributions to free radical research. Caporossi is involved in teaching courses like 'Research Methodology' and 'Biomedical Issues in Health and Exercise' across multiple degree programs, including the European Master of Science in Health and Physical Activity. Her recent publications highlight the role of exercise in modulating redox pathways, epigenetic changes in cancer patients, and extracellular vesicle biology.

Carrie Earthmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Body Composition
• Energy Metabolism
• Nutrition Assessment
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Carrie Earthman is a Professor in the Department of Health Behavior & Nutrition Sciences at the University of Delaware's College of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on body composition analysis, energy metabolism, and nutrition assessment in acute and chronic illness contexts. She earned a PhD from the University of Arizona in 1999 and leads the Body Composition and Metabolism (BCM) Lab as principal investigator, while co-directing the Energy Balance and Nutrition Lab (EBNL) . Her scholarly work emphasizes clinical applications of bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA), and ultrasound for body composition measurement in critical care, pediatrics, and post-transplant settings. Recent publications address methodological standards in BIA, malnutrition diagnosis in ICU patients, and pediatric body composition challenges. Key research trends include: (1) validation of body composition technologies against gold standards; (2) malnutrition epidemiology across care settings; (3) muscle mass assessment in critically ill populations; (4) pediatric nutritional diagnostics; and (5) functional status tools for hospitalized adults. Affiliations: Principal Investigator, Body Composition and Metabolism Lab Co-Lab Director, Energy Balance and Nutrition Lab

Brian Kweeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cell & Tissue Engineering
• Drug Delivery & Nanomedicine
• Immunoengineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brian Kwee is an Assistant Professor at the University of Delaware, affiliated with the Ammon Pinizzotto Biopharmaceutical Innovation Center. His research focuses on cell and tissue engineering, immunoengineering, and drug delivery systems. He earned a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from Harvard University (2018) and a B.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Cornell University (2012), after completing a postdoctoral fellowship at the FDA (2018-2022). Dr. Kwee’s work emphasizes enhancing tissue regeneration therapies by modulating immune responses and improving cell manufacturing processes. His lab develops biomaterials to recruit immune cells (e.g., macrophages, T-cells) for pro-regenerative environments and uses fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) to identify optimal cell subpopulations for therapies. Key areas include skeletal muscle repair, vascularized tissue engineering, and immunoengineering for cell-based therapies. His research trends span biomaterial design, cell manufacturing optimization, and immune-tissue interactions. Notable publications explore functional heterogeneity of mesenchymal stromal cells, engineered microenvironments for cell therapies, and T-cell recruitment for ischemic diseases. Despite no explicitly listed awards, his work aligns with cutting-edge biomedical engineering advancements. Advising and grants details are not specified in the provided texts. His lab website highlights ongoing projects in microphysiological systems and biomaterial-based therapies.

Elke Albrechtمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Animal Biology
• Meat Science
• Muscle Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elke Albrecht is a Researcher at the Research Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN), leading the Working Group Muscle-Fat Crosstalk. She holds a PhD in Food Engineering and Biotechnology from the Technical University of Dresden and has been a Scientist at FBN since 2005. Her research focuses on skeletal muscle biology in farm animals, meat quality, marbling, and interactions between muscle and fat cells. She teaches 'Methods for Characterization of Skeletal Muscle Tissue' at the Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, University of Rostock (M.Sc. level). Her work spans molecular mechanisms of muscle and fat development in cattle, pigs, and poultry, with emphasis on adipogenesis, nutrient supplementation effects, and environmental stress impacts. Notable contributions include studies on glutamine supplementation’s role in muscle development, heat stress effects on dairy cows, and endocannabinoid system regulation in livestock metabolism. Publications span 1990s to 2025, covering topics like bovine muscle fiber development, intramuscular fat deposition, and myokine biology. Key projects include metabogenomic analysis of long non-coding RNAs in cattle and molecular adaptations in heat-stressed dairy mammary glands. She collaborates widely, with co-authors from institutions in Germany, China, Japan, and beyond. Labs/Teams: Her research group integrates histology, molecular biology, and metabolomics to study muscle-fat crosstalk in livestock. Current projects explore nutrient partitioning mechanisms and environmental stress impacts on meat quality.

Brian H. Annexمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiovascular Medicine
• Angiogenesis
• Gene Therapy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brian H. Annex, MD, is the Lantheus Medical Imaging Distinguished Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Chief of the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Previously, he served as a Professor of Medicine and Vice Chief at Duke University School of Medicine, where he founded the Vascular Medicine program. His research focuses on translational studies of angiogenesis in peripheral arterial disease (PAD), including microRNA therapies, AAV-based gene therapy, and computational modeling. He also leads NIH-funded projects on vascular regeneration and holds the Annexe Lab and Cardiovascular Research Center as primary research hubs. Education: M.D. from Yale School of Medicine (1985). Board certifications include Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Interventional Cardiology. Research Interests: Combines biotechnology, computational systems biology, and cardiovascular engineering to address PAD. Key areas include microRNA therapeutic mechanisms, gene therapy applications, computational modeling of blood vessel growth, and human-based mechanistic studies. His lab bridges bench-to-bedside approaches, integrating mouse, large animal, and clinical studies. Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes molecular mechanisms of angiogenesis (e.g., VEGFR signaling), gene therapy delivery systems (AAV vectors), diabetes-related vascular changes, and exercise interventions for vascular health. Studies often intersect clinical outcomes with cellular and molecular biology. Awards: Lantheus Medical Imaging Distinguished Professorship reflects recognition of his translational research impact. Advising & Grants: Leads NIH-funded projects and collaborates on clinical trials for PAD therapies. No specific advisee names are listed in the provided text. Labs/Teams: Directs the Annex Lab and collaborates within the Cardiovascular Research Center at UVA, focusing on vascular biology and regenerative strategies.

• Sarcopenia
• Osteoporosis
• Obesity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor David Scott is an exercise scientist at Deakin University's Faculty of Health, School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, and Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN). He earned his PhD from the University of Tasmania in 2010 and previously led the Sarcopenia, Obesity and Lifestyle Laboratory at Monash University. His research focuses on age-related changes in skeletal muscle, bone health, and adiposity in older adults, with particular emphasis on exercise and nutrition interventions. Dr. Scott's research examines sarcopenia, osteoporosis, obesity, digital health interventions, and musculoskeletal imaging. His work integrates exercise physiology with digital technologies to develop innovative solutions for healthy aging. Current projects explore voice-controlled assistants for telehealth delivery, mobile applications for weight management, and personalized rehabilitation strategies. His publication record demonstrates consistent focus on geriatric exercise interventions, digital health applications, and musculoskeletal physiology. Recent work emphasizes telehealth delivery models, obesity management in aging populations, and innovative assessment methodologies for bone and muscle health. Honors include: NHMRC Investigator Grant (2019) Kaye Ibbertson Award (2020) Deakin University Vice-Chancellor's Mid-Career Researcher Award (2021) NHMRC Career Development Fellowship (2016) American Society of Bone and Mineral Research Rising Star Award (2017) Victorian Young Tall Poppy Award (2017) Dr. Scott has supervised 10 PhD students to completion and currently mentors 7 doctoral candidates. He leads multiple funded projects including the AWESOME Trial and TeleFFIT implementation study. As Chair of the Australian and New Zealand Society for Sarcopenia and Frailty Research's Sarcopenia Diagnosis and Management Task Force, he influences clinical practice guidelines and professional standards. His laboratory focuses on translational research bridging biomechanics, nutrition science, and digital health technologies to develop practical interventions for age-related musculoskeletal decline. Collaborative networks include international cohort studies in Sweden and Australia.

Nancy Carrascoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sodium/Iodide Symporter (NIS) research
• Thyroid Hormone Biosynthesis
• Cancer Treatment Applications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nancy Carrasco, M.D., is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She holds the Joe C. Davis Chair in Biomedical Science. Her research focuses on the sodium/iodide symporter (NIS), its structural and functional properties, and its role in thyroid hormone biosynthesis, cancer treatment, and metabolic health. Her work integrates molecular biology, genetics, and translational medicine to address endocrine disorders and oncological challenges. Key areas of investigation include NIS-mediated iodide transport mechanisms, the impact of environmental pollutants like perchlorate on thyroid function, and the development of NIS-based therapies for cancer and metabolic diseases. Carrasco’s studies also explore the physiological adaptations of the thyroid under nutritional stress and the role of metabolic pathways in obesity-related conditions. Her research has advanced understanding of NIS mutations causing congenital iodide transport defects and pioneered the use of NIS as a therapeutic target in breast cancer and thyroid disorders. Collaborative projects include gene therapy approaches using AAV9 vectors and imaging techniques like SPECT/CT for NIS expression quantification. Notable contributions include identifying NIS’s role in regulating cancer cell invasiveness, elucidating structural insights into NIS transport cycles via cryo-EM and computational modeling, and discovering metabolic adaptations in hypothyroid mice. Her work bridges basic science and clinical application, aiming to improve diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for endocrine and oncological diseases.

Elma Zaganjorمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mitochondrial Biology
• Cellular Metabolism
• Adipogenesis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elma Zaganjor is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Her laboratory focuses on mitochondrial function's role in cell fate decisions and pathological conditions. Research emphasizes how mitochondrial dysfunction contributes to diseases, particularly metabolic disorders and aging-related pathologies. Key investigations include mitochondrial substrate oxidation in cell differentiation, nucleotide biosynthesis pathways in adipogenesis, and mitochondrial structural changes during aging. Her work employs advanced microscopy and metabolic profiling techniques to study mitochondria's role in brown adipose tissue and metabolic health. Notable contributions include defining MICOS complex regulation in mitochondrial architecture and identifying therapeutic targets for metabolic diseases. Dr. Zaganjor’s research bridges basic cellular mechanisms with translational applications in metabolic and age-related diseases.

Saame Raz Shaikhمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nutrition
• Immunology
• Metabolic Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Saame Raz Shaikh, PhD, is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Nutrition at the University of North Carolina’s Gillings School of Global Public Health. He holds concurrent roles as Co-Director of the UNC Nutrition Obesity Research Center (NORC) and leads the Shaikh Lab, focusing on lipid biochemistry, nutritional immunology, and metabolic health. His research explores how dietary fatty acids and their metabolites modulate immunological and metabolic outcomes in obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases, with a particular emphasis on mitochondrial function and clinical trials targeting inflammation reduction. Education: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Immunology, Johns Hopkins University (2008) PhD in Medical Biophysics, Indiana University (2004) MS in Biology, Purdue University (2001) BS in Psychology/Biology, Purdue University (1998) Research Interests: Dr. Shaikh investigates how dietary n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) and their metabolites regulate immunity and metabolism in obesity-related complications. Key projects include: Role of specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) in boosting B-cell immunity Impact of cardiolipin remodeling on mitochondrial dysfunction in diabetes Clinical trials assessing palmitoleic acid’s anti-inflammatory effects Environmental exposure effects on pulmonary lipid metabolism Awards: ISSFAL Early Career Award (2012) ASN Mary Swartz Rose Young Investigator Award (2018) Member of ISSFAL and ASN Boards of Directors (2021–present) Advising & Grants: Dr. Shaikh oversees NORC’s Pilot & Feasibility Program and Animal Metabolism Phenotyping Core. His lab has secured funding from NIH and collaborates on translational initiatives like the BRIDGES consortium to diversify the biomedical workforce. Labs & Teams: The Shaikh Lab integrates mouse models, human clinical trials, and computational approaches. The NORC fosters interdisciplinary collaborations across UNC’s campuses in Chapel Hill and Kannapolis.