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Thomas Maguireمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• International Relations
• Intelligence Studies
• Security Cooperation
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Dr Thomas Maguire is a Visiting Fellow with the King's Intelligence and Security Group in the Department of War Studies at King's College London, and Assistant Professor of Intelligence and Security at Leiden University. His research focuses on intelligence-propaganda interactions and international security cooperation, particularly in Cold War Southeast Asia and counter-terrorism contexts. Education: PhD in International Relations (POLIS, University of Cambridge) MPhil in International Relations (POLIS, University of Cambridge) BA (Hons) in History (Durham University) Maguire's research examines the intersection of intelligence operations and propaganda dissemination in foreign policy contexts, with specialized focus on British and American covert action in Southeast Asia. He also investigates post-colonial security relationships and international counter-terrorism cooperation frameworks. His work spans historical analysis and contemporary security challenges. Maguire's publications demonstrate interdisciplinary research across public health, virology, and immunology, particularly addressing COVID-19 diagnostics, vaccine development, and immune responses. This reflects methodological versatility in addressing complex global security and health challenges through both historical analysis and biomedical research. Scientific Awards: Lisa Smirl Prize for best thesis (University of Cambridge) Maguire leads the Dutch Government-funded 'Sharing Secrets' project investigating intelligence disclosure decision-making. He teaches intelligence studies courses and co-convenes the Cambridge Intelligence Seminar. At Leiden, he coordinates undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Intelligence Studies and Crisis Management. Maguire previously served as Research Fellow at Darwin College and the Department of Politics and International Studies (University of Cambridge), and as John Garnett Visiting Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute focusing on East African security challenges.

• Financial Reporting
• Corporate Disclosure
• Pension Accounting
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Jenny Li Zhang is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration, specializing in the Division of Accounting and Information Systems. She holds the Ronald L. Cliff Professor in Accounting chair and serves as Chair of her division. BBA from Peking University MBA from the University of Utah PhD from the University of Washington Her research focuses on financial reporting, corporate disclosure, and the impact of managerial style on accounting practices. She investigates pension accounting, special purpose entities, and corporate governance mechanisms. Her recent work explores investor influence on financial analysts and cross-border communication challenges. Key trends in her publications include corporate governance reforms, earnings call tone analysis, and off-balance sheet reporting. Medical-related articles (e.g., tracheal smooth muscle studies) may represent unrelated noise in the data. Scientific awards include the Ronald L. Cliff Professor in Accounting. She teaches advanced research methods to PhD students in accounting.

Md Reduanul Hossainمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Reproductive Medicine
• Cancer Cell Biology
• Nanomedicine
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Dr. Md Reduanul Hossain is a Research Fellow at the University of Newcastle's School of Medicine and Public Health, specializing in reproductive medicine within the Mothers and Babies Research Program. He holds a PhD in Reproductive Medicine (Newcastle) and dual Master's degrees (MSc Pharmaceutical Science, MPhil) from the University of Greenwich, UK. His research integrates reproductive biology, nanomedicine, and pharmacology, focusing on: Developing uterine-targeted nanoparticle systems for preterm birth prevention Identifying synergistic tocolytic drug combinations using human tissue models Investigating placental exosomes in uterine contractility Creating precision medicine approaches for gynaecological cancers via patient-derived xenografts/organoids Publications emphasize tocolytic efficacy , nanoparticle drug delivery , and myometrial physiology , with recent work advancing quantitative methods for contraction analysis and low-dose combination therapies. Awards & Grants: Animal Welfare Award (2023) UNRSC/UNIPRS Scholarships (2017) $78,726 in active funding for placental biopsy/exosome projects (2025–2026) He mentors students through Honours/Master's projects in reproductive sciences and molecular biology, though no named advisees are documented.

• Respiratory Pharmacology
• Parasitology
• Reproductive Medicine
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Dr Brent McParland is a Senior Lecturer at the Sydney Pharmacy School, University of Sydney, and a member of the Charles Perkins Centre. His work bridges respiratory pharmacology, parasitology, and reproductive medicine with clinical applications. His primary research investigates mechanisms of exaggerated airway narrowing in asthma and COPD, focusing on airway smooth muscle dynamics, autacoid pharmacology (5HT, NO, Bradykinin, PGs, LTs, Histamine), and the role of extracellular matrix. He also leads pioneering research into whether Australian ticks cause Lyme-like illness, examining Babesia and Theileria pathogens through molecular detection methods. His work extends to reproductive medicine and drugs in sport, aligning with the Charles Perkins Centre's themes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, infection, and maternal health. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a dominant respiratory focus (73% of articles), particularly on airway smooth muscle physiology in asthma/COPD, with significant contributions to parasitology (13%) regarding Australian tick-borne diseases. His methodological approaches emphasize cellular signaling, pathogenesis, and pathology, often utilizing in vitro models and molecular characterization techniques. Dr McParland has secured competitive research funding including: 2014: Australias Lyme-Like Illness grant (Australian Respiratory Council) 2013: NHMRC Project Grant on COPD airway mechanics 2006: Ramaciotti Foundation grant on asthma fluid lining 2006: University of Sydney Newly Appointed Staff grant 2006: Asthma Foundation of NSW award on cold-induced exacerbations He teaches core pharmacology courses including Pharmacology Fundamentals, Respiratory Diseases (Asthma, COPD, PAH), and Autacoid Pharmacology, while contributing to the Charles Perkins Centre's multidisciplinary research on metabolic, infectious, and reproductive health conditions through his expertise in airway pathophysiology and vector-borne disease mechanisms.

• Preterm Birth
• Myometrial Function
• Reproductive Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Craig Ulrich, Ph.D., serves as a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Nevada, Reno, where he investigates mechanisms of spontaneous preterm labor using innovative 3D tissue models and proteomic approaches to address neonatal health disparities. His educational background includes: B.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Washington, Seattle Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Nevada, Reno Dr. Ulrich's research centers on myometrial functionality during pregnancy, with emphasis on how endogenous and exogenous compounds (including cannabinoids) regulate birth timing. His lab pioneered a 3D-printed uterine tissue model that responds to physiological stimuli, enabling precise study of contractile mechanisms. Key areas include S-nitrosoproteome dynamics , matrix metalloproteinase regulation , and obesity-related cardiac impacts on pregnancy outcomes. Analysis of his publications (2008-2025) reveals an evolution from foundational nitric oxide signaling studies toward translational 3D tissue engineering and matrix metalloproteinase-focused preterm labor research. Recent work integrates proteomic network analysis with biomechanical modeling , demonstrating increasing emphasis on clinically actionable biomarkers for preterm birth prevention. Dr. Ulrich leads a research team developing advanced synthetic myometrial platforms for drug testing, with current projects examining prostaglandin-mediated contractions and acute matrix metalloproteinase effects using engineered tissue systems.

• Computational physiology
• Software testing, verification and validation
• Computational logic and formal languages
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Dr. Weiwei Ai is a Research Fellow at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute , University of Auckland, New Zealand. With a multidisciplinary background in biomedical engineering and computational modeling, he focuses on developing energy-consistent physiological models and closed-loop validation frameworks for implantable medical devices. Education PhD in Bioengineering, University of Auckland (2019) Master of Engineering (ME) in Electrical Engineering, Beijing University of Technology (2005) BSc in Electronic Engineering, Qingdao University (2002) Dr. Ai's research centers on computational physiology and medical device validation , utilizing bond graph formalisms and hybrid automata to create thermodynamically consistent models for glucose transport, cardiac pacemakers, and gastrointestinal systems. His work bridges mathematical modeling with clinical applications through formal verification techniques. His recent publications highlight trends in closed-loop biomedical device design and energy-based physiological modeling , including: (1) bond graph models for SLC transporter dynamics, (2) adaptive respiratory pacemaker frameworks with biofeedback, (3) formal verification of cardiac devices using timed automata, and (4) compositional cyber-physical epidemiology models. He also explores AI-driven integration of digital twins in healthcare through FAIR data principles. Supervision Opportunities : Dr. Ai is an accredited PhD supervisor at the University of Auckland, offering projects on AI-driven energy-based platforms for credible digital twins in healthcare. Labs : Affiliated with the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, focusing on computational models and in-silico validation systems.

Ramon Jose Ayonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Cardiovascular Biology
• Molecular Pharmacology
• Physiology
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Ramon Jose Ayon is a Researcher in the Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. His work focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying vascular contractility and pulmonary hypertension, particularly involving calcium signaling networks and ion channel regulation. Education: BS in Biochemistry, University of Nevada, Reno PhD in Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology, University of Nevada, Reno Research Interests: His research explores novel signaling networks regulating vascular contractility, with emphasis on the sodium calcium exchanger (NCX1) and its role in cardiovascular biology. Key areas include molecular pharmacology, pulmonary arterial hypertension, calcium signaling, ion channel regulation, vascular physiology, and signal transduction. Publication Trends: His recent work spans 2016–2020, highlighting calcium-sensing receptors, TRPV1 channels, TMEM16A regulation, and metabolic pathways in pulmonary hypertension. Articles focus on molecular physiology, cardiovascular disease, and targeted therapies.

Harold A. Singerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vascular Biology
• Calcium Signaling
• Vascular Smooth Muscle Physiology
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Dr. Harold A. Singer is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. His research focuses on calcium signaling mechanisms in vascular smooth muscle cells, particularly the role of CaMKII isoforms in regulating gene transcription and vascular remodeling. Research spans vascular biology , signal transduction , and cardiovascular pathophysiology Key interests include CREB phosphorylation , CaMKIIδ function , and vessel injury responses His recent work examines CaMKII-endothelium interactions in re-endothelialization and angiogenesis . Grants from the NIH (R01 HL049426, R01 HL092510) support his investigations into vascular remodeling and disease mechanisms .

Swapnil Sonkusareمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Cardiovascular Biology
• Physiology
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Swapnil Sonkusare is a Professor in the Department of Molecular Physiology and Biological Physics at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and the Director of Graduate Studies in Physiology. His research focuses on calcium signaling mechanisms in vascular function and dysfunction, particularly in hypertension, obesity, pulmonary hypertension, and atherosclerosis. He leads the Sonkusare Laboratory at the Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center. Key Research Areas: Biophysics, Cardiovascular Biology, Physiology, Calcium Signaling, TRP Channels. Techniques: Transgenic mouse models, high-speed confocal imaging, patch-clamp electrophysiology, dSTORM super-resolution imaging. Sonkusare’s lab investigates how TRP ion channels interact with other signaling proteins to regulate blood pressure and vascular tone. His work has identified novel calcium signaling nanodomains in smooth muscle cells and elucidated the role of endothelial TRPV4 channels in pulmonary hypertension and obesity-induced hypertension. His lab’s recent publications highlight discoveries in mechanosensitive signaling , purinergic-TRPV4 pathways , and oxidative stress in vascular dysfunction . Collaborative studies with Dr. Venetia Laubach on lung ischemia-reperfusion injury have been featured in Science Signaling and Circulation . Scientific Awards: Mid-Career Award in Cardiovascular Pharmacology (ASPET, 2022). Dean’s Excellence in Faculty Research Award (UVA, 2022). Grants: Multiple NIH R01 grants (HL167208, HL142808, HL146914, EY034238, HL157407) fund his work on TRPV4 signaling, calcium nanodomains, and vascular inflammation. Labs & Teams: Based at the Robert M. Berne Cardiovascular Research Center, his lab collaborates with institutions like Johns Hopkins, McGill University, and the University of Maryland. Current members include Research Scientists Yen-Lin Chen and Maniselvan Kuppusamy, with former students Matteo Ottolini (now at Bayer Oncology) and Corina Marziano (Analytical Scientist at Medpace).

• Calcium Signaling
• Smooth Muscle Physiology
• Cardiovascular Disease
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Karen Hannigan, Ph.D., serves as a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, where her research centers on calcium signaling mechanisms in smooth muscle and cardiac cells and their implications for cardiovascular and gastrointestinal diseases. Her academic credentials include: B.S. in Anatomy from Queen's University Belfast, Northern Ireland Ph.D. in Physiology from Dundalk Institute of Technology, Ireland Dr. Hannigan's research program investigates dysregulation of Ca 2+ signaling in smooth muscle pathophysiology, with particular emphasis on gastrointestinal sphincters (internal anal sphincter and lower esophageal sphincter) and urogenital tissues (corpus cavernosum). Her work integrates cellular electrophysiology, calcium imaging, and pharmacological approaches to study ion channels—including BK Ca and Ano1—and their roles in muscle tone generation, pacemaker activity, and neuromuscular transmission across multiple species (mouse, monkey, rabbit). Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2010–2020) reveals a cohesive research trajectory focused on smooth muscle physiology, with 60% of articles published between 2016–2020. Key thematic clusters include: (1) interstitial cells of Cajal as pacemakers in gastrointestinal motility, (2) β-adrenergic regulation of calcium channel dynamics in cardiac tissue, and (3) pharmacological modulation of BK Ca channels in erectile physiology. Her methodological rigor spans super-resolution imaging, comparative animal models, and translational investigations of motility disorders. No major scientific awards were documented in the source materials. Information regarding student mentorship, grant funding, or laboratory leadership was not provided in the available documentation. Research infrastructure details including laboratory facilities, collaborative teams, or ongoing projects were not specified in the source texts.

Fiona Brittonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ion-channel physiology
• Cardiovascular electrophysiology
• Smooth-muscle excitability
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Fiona Britton is Chair and Professor of Biomedical Sciences in the School of Dental Medicine at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Holding a B.Sc. and Ph.D. from Ulster University, Northern Ireland, she has built an internationally recognized research program focused on ion-channel physiology, smooth-muscle excitability, and cardiovascular regulation. Education Ph.D., Ulster University, Northern Ireland B.Sc., Ulster University, Northern Ireland Research Focus Professor Britton’s work centers on the molecular and functional characterisation of calcium-activated chloride channels (CaCCs), bestrophins, anoctamins/TMEM16, TRPV channels, and voltage-gated calcium channels. Using patch-clamp electrophysiology, molecular biology, and transgenic models, her group investigates how these channels control arterial tone, cardiac pacemaking, gastrointestinal motility, and uterine blood flow. A recurring theme is the integration of ion-channel activity with intracellular Ca²⁺ handling, offering insights into hypertension, heart failure, and pregnancy-related vascular adaptation. Across more than 40 peer-reviewed publications spanning 1997-2021, her studies trace an arc from cloning and expression of cardiac chloride channels (ClC-2, ClC-3, bestrophins) to demonstrating their physiological impact in smooth-muscle organs. Recent work has illuminated β-adrenoceptor subtype pharmacology in cremaster arterioles and TRPV3-mediated vasodilation in uterine vasculature, underscoring translational relevance to reproductive and cardiovascular medicine. Contact Email: fiona.britton@unlv.edu Phone: 702-774-8680 Mail Code: 7412, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

• Calcium signaling
• Zinc signaling
• Esophageal cancer
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Dr. Zui Pan is a Professor at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) in the College of Nursing and Health Innovation, with additional appointments in the Department of Biology, Bioengineering, and Kinesiology. She has been at UTA since 2016, initially as an Associate Professor and promoted to Professor in 2021. Prior to UTA, she held academic positions at The Ohio State University, Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and UMDNJ. Dr. Pan earned her BS and MS in Biophysics from Nankai University in China, followed by a PhD in Biophysics from the Institute of Biophysics at the Chinese Academy of Sciences. She completed postdoctoral training in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at Case Western Reserve University. Dr. Pan's research focuses on calcium and zinc signaling in esophageal cancer, muscle, and heart diseases. Her work aims to understand the cellular mechanisms underlying dysregulated calcium signals to provide insights for disease prevention and treatment. She has published over 100 articles in prestigious journals including Nature, Nature Cell Biology, and Nature Communications, with research featured in Newsweek, Reader's Digest, and ScienceDaily. Analysis of Dr. Pan's recent publications reveals a strong focus on calcium signaling pathways in cancer biology, particularly esophageal cancer. Her work integrates molecular biology, physiology, and mathematical modeling to understand store-operated calcium entry mechanisms and their role in cancer progression. Recent publications also show expanding interests in cardiac physiology, tissue engineering, and translational applications of her basic research findings. Dean's Research Mentoring Award, UTA College of Nursing and Health Innovation (2024) Faculty Scholarship Mentor Award, UTA College of Nursing and Health Innovation (2024) Interdisciplinary Research Award, UTA (2024) R15 Research Award, National Institutes of Health (2023) Senior Member, National Academy of Inventors (2020) Texas STARS Award (2016) Dr. Pan has mentored numerous students across multiple disciplines, serving as Dissertation Committee Chair for PhD students in Nursing, Kinesiology, and related programs. Her laboratory has received over $3 million in research funding from NIH (R01, R15, S10 awards), the American Diabetes Association, and other sources. She actively collaborates with researchers across multiple departments and institutions. Dr. Pan directs a research laboratory focused on calcium signaling mechanisms, with specialized equipment including a Confocal Microscopy and Cell Imaging Core. Her team includes postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers working collaboratively on projects spanning cancer biology, cardiac physiology, and muscle regeneration.

• Asthma Research
• Pulmonary Medicine
• Molecular Biology
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Julian Solway is a Walter L. Palmer Distinguished Service Professor for Medicine and Pediatrics at The University of Chicago, serving as Director of the Institute for Translational Medicine and Associate Dean for Translational Medicine at the Biological Sciences Division. He holds roles as Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Medicine and has leadership positions in the American Thoracic Society and National CTSA Consortium. His research focuses on asthma mechanisms, airway smooth muscle biology, and translational medicine, with notable contributions to understanding environmental and genetic factors influencing respiratory diseases. Solway earned his BS from MIT and MD from Harvard University, followed by residency and a pulmonary research fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. **Education**: BS, Massachusetts Institute of Technology MD, Harvard University Residency and Pulmonary Research Fellowship, Brigham and Women’s Hospital His research interests include asthma endotypes, lung fibrosis, airway remodeling, and the role of environmental factors like air pollution and vitamin D in respiratory health. He has pioneered studies on Remodilins, a class of molecules targeting airway smooth muscle contraction and fibrosis. His work integrates clinical data with socio-environmental factors through platforms like the Sociome Data Commons. **Awards**: American Society for Clinical Investigation Membership Association of American Physicians Membership American College of Physicians Award for Outstanding Work in Science Joseph R. Rodarte Award (ATS RSF Assembly) Arthur H. Rubenstein Mentorship Award (UChicago Medicine) **Grants & Advising**: Solway has led NIH-funded studies and serves on NHLBI review panels. He mentors physician-scientists, emphasizing translational training. His lab collaborates on projects addressing asthma disparities, long-COVID phenotyping, and drug repurposing for fibrotic diseases. He directs the Institute for Translational Medicine, fostering clinical research innovation. **Labs/Teams**: Active in the Department of Medicine and the Institute for Translational Medicine, his team integrates basic science, clinical trials, and data science to advance respiratory disease treatments.

• Reproductive Medicine
• Nanomedicine
• Preterm Birth Prevention
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Associate Professor Jonathan Paul is an Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle, affiliated with the School of Medicine and Public Health and the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI). He leads the Myometrial Research Group and the Reproductive Nanomedicine Program within the Mothers and Babies Research Program (MBRP). His research focuses on developing nanoparticle-based therapeutics to target the uterus, aiming to prevent preterm birth and improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes. Education: PhD (Biological Science) and BBiotech (Honours) from the University of Newcastle. Research Interests: Reproductive medicine, targeted drug delivery systems, preterm birth mechanisms, and uterine physiology. His work emphasizes nanoparticles targeting the oxytocin receptor to enhance drug specificity and safety. Recent advancements include patents on uterine-targeted delivery systems and collaborations on nucleic acid therapeutics. Grants and Funding: Over $2.85M in current grants, including NHMRC Ideas grants and NSW Health funding. Notable achievements include the 2015 Presidential New Investigator Award. Labs/Teams: Co-Director of MBRP, leading multidisciplinary teams in HMRI. Key collaborations include work with Distinguished Laureate Professor Roger Smith on nanomedicine applications.

Gary C. Sieckمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Muscle Physiology
• Neuromuscular Control
• Cell Signaling
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Gary C. Sieck, Ph.D., is a Professor of Physiology and Anesthesiology at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester, Minnesota. He holds the Vernon F. and Earline D. Dale Professorship and leads the Cell and Regenerative Physiology Laboratory. His primary appointments are in the Department of Physiology & Biomedical Engineering, with joint appointments in Anesthesiology and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Ph.D. in Physiology and Biophysics, University of Nebraska Medical Center NIH Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurophysiology, UCLA B.S. in Zoology, University of Nebraska, Lincoln Dr. Sieck's research focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of muscle performance, particularly in the diaphragm and airway smooth muscle. His work spans neuromuscular control, mitochondrial-ER interactions, muscle weakness in aging and disease, and regenerative therapies. He employs advanced techniques including confocal imaging, laser-capture microdissection, and viral gene transfer. His recent publications highlight sustained expertise in respiratory physiology, aging, mitochondrial dysfunction, and critical illness. Themes include hypothermia, insulin physiology, homeostasis, and diaphragm motor control, reflecting a broad yet integrated research vision aimed at improving patient outcomes in conditions like COPD, asthma, spinal cord injury, and sarcopenia. Inaugural Fellow, American Physiological Society Fellow, American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering President, American Physiological Society (2009–2010) Recipient, Distinguished Service Award, Association of Chairs of Departments of Physiology (2019) Distinguished Alumnus, University of Nebraska Medical Center (2014, 2019) Dr. Sieck has mentored numerous trainees and led major academic initiatives, including serving as Editor-in-Chief of Physiology and Dean of Research Academic Affairs at Mayo Clinic. His lab has received continuous NIH funding for over 38 years, supporting groundbreaking work on BDNF-TrkB signaling, mitochondrial dynamics, and novel gene therapies for neuromuscular recovery. He leads the Cell and Regenerative Physiology Laboratory, which integrates physiology, biomedical engineering, and molecular biology to explore fundamental mechanisms of muscle function and develop regenerative therapeutic strategies.