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Andrew Barbourمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Surgical Oncology
• Cancer Genomics
• Translational Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew Barbour is an academic general surgeon and translational researcher at The University of Queensland , specifically affiliated with the School of Medicine under the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences . He specializes in upper gastrointestinal, pancreatic, melanoma, and sarcoma surgery , with expertise in robotic and laparoscopic procedures for conditions like oesophageal cancer and soft tissue tumours. Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland Faculty of Anaesthetists, Royal Australasian College of Surgeons His research integrates genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic data to advance precision medicine in cancer , focusing on biomarker discovery for therapy response and recurrence prediction. Key contributions include the DOCTOR trial (first PET-guided personalized therapy for oesophageal cancer) and the GAP Trial (establishing preoperative chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer). Recent publications emphasize spatial transcriptomics for thin melanoma mortality prediction, multi-omic profiling of oesophageal adenocarcinoma, and radiomics for immune signature analysis in melanoma. His work also explores small extracellular vesicle heterogeneity and genomic catastrophes as drivers in cancer. Queensland Advancing Clinical Research Fellowship for melanoma recurrence prediction Key roles in NHMRC-funded trials and MRFF MASTERPLAN trial As Chair of the AGITG Upper GI working party , he leads national cancer research initiatives. His Surgical Oncology Lab at TRI operates the Cancer Evolution Biobank , linking tumour biology with clinical outcomes.

Eva L. Feldmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Diabetic Neuropathy
• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eva L. Feldman is a Professor of Neurology at the University of Michigan's Michigan Medicine school and holds the James W. Albers Distinguished University Professor and Russell N. DeJong Professor titles. She directs the ALS Center of Excellence , Program for Neurology Research & Discovery , and NeuroNetwork for Emerging Therapies , focusing on translating lab findings into clinical applications for neurological diseases. Academic Rank: Professor of Neurology Leadership: Director of three major research initiatives Research Scope: ALS, Alzheimer's, diabetic neuropathy, and environmental neurotoxicology Her research integrates RNA biology (mRNA stability, microRNA dysregulation, RNA exosomes) with metabolic and epigenetic mechanisms to identify early biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Current projects include exploring the cGAS/STING pathway in metabolic stress-induced cognitive decline and the impact of cyanobacterial toxins on ALS progression, reflecting her dual focus on molecular pathogenesis and public health implications. The 2025 article trends highlight her work at the intersection of neurodegeneration , metabolic disorders , and environmental factors . Her team uses single-cell transcriptomics , multi-omics , and epidemiological modeling to unravel disease mechanisms across ALS, Alzheimer's, diabetes, and obesity-related neuropathies. Scientific Recognition: Continuously NIH-funded since 1989 Best Doctors in America listing Member of the National Academy of Medicine Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Award for Excellence from the American Neurological Association Collaborative Expertise: Her lab fosters interdisciplinary partnerships with genetics, physiology, bioinformatics, and environmental science experts. She mentors students through hands-on research in high-impact projects and advocates for expanding ALS clinical research networks. Labs & Teams: Leads the Program for Neurology Research & Discovery and NeuroNetwork for Emerging Therapies , which leverage advanced technologies for neurotherapeutic innovation. The ALS Center of Excellence under her direction drives Michigan’s mandatory ALS case reporting initiative to enhance disease surveillance.

Reka Albertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Physics
• Network Modeling
• Systems Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Réka Albert is a Distinguished Professor of Physics and Biology at Pennsylvania State University , with affiliations to the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, including the Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics, Bioinformatics and Genomics, and the Center for Mathematical Biology. Her research focuses on : Biological Physics Network Modeling Signal Transduction in Plant Guard Cells Ecological Community Analysis Boolean Network Dynamics Research Trends : Her recent publications emphasize applications of nonlinear control and Boolean network modeling to biological systems, including plant signaling, cancer subtypes, and ecological networks. Notable trends include the integration of network medicine in traditional Chinese medicine analysis (2023), control theory in Boolean systems (2022), and the study of generalized feedback loops in plant-pollinator communities (2023). Scientific Awards : Elected to the National Academy of Sciences (2025) Evan Pugh University Professorship (2024) Fellow of the American Physical Society Fellow of the Network Science Society Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science External member of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences Advising & Grants : She supervises Ph.D. candidates such as Eli Newby and Fatemeh Nasrollahi, with notable alumni including Jordan Rozum and Jorge Gómez Tejeda Zañudo. Current grants include NSF MCB 1715826 (Systems Biology of G-Protein Signaling), NSF IIS 1814405 (Network Curvature Analysis), and ARO MURI on disordered hyperuniform systems.

Alan N. Engelmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• HIV-1 Integration
• Virology
• Molecular Biology
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Alan N. Engelman, Ph.D. , is a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Principal Investigator at Engelman Laboratory. He has held appointments in Pathology (1995-2009) and Medicine (2009-present) at Harvard, with concurrent roles at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Education: B.S.Ch.E., Tufts University (1981) M.S., Tufts University (1985) Ph.D., Tufts University School of Medicine (1990) His research focuses on HIV-1 integration mechanisms , targeting capsid-host interactions and nuclear entry pathways . Recent studies investigate phase separation dynamics, nucleoporin engagement, and structural modeling of viral core transport. Scientific Awards: 1995: R-AXIS Golden Crystal Award 2010: NIH MERIT Award 2012: Harvard Honoris Causa MA 2014: AAAS Fellow 2016: American Academy of Microbiology Fellow Engelman has mentored numerous researchers in retrovirology, including Sooin Jang , Satya Singh , and Zachary Ingram . His work spans collaborations with institutions like Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, focusing on structural and mechanistic aspects of HIV-1 replication.

Christian Wurzbacherمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Water Microbiology
• Aquatic Fungi
• Wastewater Surveillance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christian Wurzbacher serves as Head of the Working Group 'Microbial Systems' at the Chair of Urban Water Management at the Technical University of Munich since 2018. His research focuses on the intersection of microbiology and water management, particularly examining microbial communities in water and wastewater systems. He maintains active collaborations across Europe and contributes significantly to wastewater-based epidemiology research, especially in the context of SARS-CoV-2 monitoring. PhD in Biology from University of Potsdam Postdoctoral research at University of Gothenburg (Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship) Research Associate at Leibniz Institute of Freshwater Ecology and Inland Fisheries Biology studies at University of Kassel Wurzbacher's research centers on microbial ecology in aquatic environments, with particular expertise in water fungi and their applications. His work examines prokaryote-eukaryote interactions in biofilms, the application of water fungi in bioremediation, and the development of high-throughput sequencing methods for microbial community analysis. His recent research has significantly contributed to wastewater-based epidemiology, particularly for public health surveillance during the COVID-19 pandemic. His publication record demonstrates strong focus on wastewater surveillance systems, aquatic fungal ecology, and biofilm research. The articles reveal a consistent trajectory toward developing reliable biomarker tracking methods, understanding microbial community dynamics in water systems, and applying this knowledge to public health monitoring and water treatment optimization. His work bridges fundamental microbial ecology with practical applications in water management. Marie Skłodowska-Curie PostDoc Fellowship Active member of International Society for Microbial Ecology (ISME) Member of Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO) Member of German Society for Limnology (DGL) Dr. Wurzbacher actively mentors graduate students through his colloquium for master's and PhD students and teaches microbiology courses. His research group receives funding from various German and European research initiatives focused on water quality, microbial ecology, and public health surveillance. He collaborates extensively with institutions across Europe on projects related to wastewater monitoring and microbial community analysis. The Microbial Systems working group operates the Microbiological Laboratory at TUM's Chair of Urban Water Management. This laboratory focuses on advanced molecular techniques for microbial community analysis, particularly applying high-throughput sequencing to water and wastewater samples. The group maintains strong connections with other research teams at TUM and international collaborators, contributing to a network focused on water microbiology and its applications in environmental monitoring and public health.

• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
• Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD)
• Stem Cell Research
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Ruxandra Dafinca is a Brain Science Research Fellow and Group Leader at the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), University of Oxford, where she leads research within the Oxford Motor Neuron Disease Centre. Her work focuses on unraveling molecular mechanisms in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia (FTD) using cutting-edge patient-derived stem cell models. Her educational background includes: MSc DPhil Dr. Dafinca's research program investigates intracellular signaling pathways leading to synaptic deficiencies in ALS/FTD through spatial proteomics , transcriptomics , and live imaging of patient-induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived neurons. She pioneered iPSC differentiation to motor and cortical neurons in 2013, establishing critical models for studying C9ORF72 hexanucleotide expansions and TDP-43 proteinopathies . Her work targets therapeutic discovery by identifying regulatory pathway disruptions in neurodegenerative processes. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) reveals dominant themes in C9ORF72-related ALS/FTD mechanisms , mitochondrial dysfunction , axonal transport defects , and neuroinflammation . Key methodologies include high-throughput drug screening, CRISPR genome editing, and multi-omics integration, with strong translational emphasis on biomarker discovery and personalized drug evaluation for ALS therapeutics. Her research is funded by major grants from the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation , Motor Neuron Disease Association , and Oxford University's John Fell Fund and Medical Sciences Division Pump-Priming Award . She actively recruits postdoctoral researchers for multi-omics and microfluidics projects, indicating active mentorship in advanced neurodegenerative disease modeling. Dr. Dafinca collaborates extensively within the Oxford Motor Neuron Disease Centre alongside Professor Kevin Talbot (Head of Department), Associate Professor Martin Turner, and Professor Elizabeth Gray. Her laboratory leverages iPSC co-culture systems and advanced imaging to dissect neuron-microglia interactions and develop novel therapeutic strategies for ALS/FTD.

Dajiang Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistical genetics
• Complex trait genetics
• Functional genomics
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Dajiang Liu is a Distinguished Professor and Vice Chair for Research at Penn State College of Medicine. He holds appointments in the Department of Public Health Sciences (Biostatistics and Bioinformatics division), Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine, and contributes to the Institute for Personalized Medicine and Penn State Cancer Institute. His work intersects genetics, computational biology, and public health. Research Focus: Statistical genetics method development, complex trait analysis, functional genomics, and integrative approaches to autoimmune disease research. Methodological Contributions: Creator of widely-used tools RAREMETAL and RVTESTS for genetic association studies. Key Research Applications: Lipid biology, cardiovascular disease, substance addiction, lupus, and X chromosome inactivation studies. His lab combines high-throughput sequencing with computational methods to address these complex traits. Scientific Awards: Basic Science Career Mentor Award (2021) Outstanding Champion of Diversity in Research (2019) Outstanding Early-Stage Investigator Prize (2016) Current Projects: Multi-omic COPD analysis in females, integrative autoimmune disease modeling, geospatial GWAS interpretation, and trans-ancestry lupus etiology studies. His work leverages biobanks, insurance claims, and genomic data.

• Cancer Immunotherapy
• Melanoma
• Chimeric Antigen Receptor Therapy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

James Lee, MD is an Assistant Professor in Radiation Oncology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. A physician-scientist with clinical expertise in cancer immunotherapy and melanoma, he leads a research laboratory focused on improving checkpoint inhibitors and adoptive T cell therapy using chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) to cure metastatic solid tumors. His research expertise centers on designing next-generation CARs and combination checkpoint immunotherapy using immunocompetent mouse models that mimic clinical settings, particularly in the context of tolerant/suppressive tumor microenvironments in solid malignancies and cancer metastasis. His work has identified mechanisms of tumor escape to checkpoint inhibitor therapy in liver metastases, establishing the liver as a model organ of immune tolerance. Dr. Lee's publication record shows consistent research productivity from 2009-2022, with a focus on CAR T-cell therapy, tumor microenvironment, immune checkpoint inhibitors, and mechanisms of immune resistance in metastatic cancers. His work has received significant attention in the scientific community, with several publications garnering over 100 citations. Scientific Awards: American Medical Association Seed Grant (2006-2007) American Society of Hematology Trainee Award (2006-2007) Farr Scholar Award for Leadership and Excellence in Biomedical Research (2007-2008) American Cancer Society of Connecticut Research Award (2008-2009) NIH Immunology T32 (2016-2017) A.P. Giannini Fellowship Award (2017-2020) Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy Project Award (2019-2021) Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy Bridge Fellow Award (2021-2024) Dr. Lee is available to mentor faculty on career development, research, and research projects. His research has been supported by substantial grants including the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy awards totaling nearly $3 million to support his work on cancer immunotherapy. His laboratory work focuses on overcoming the challenges of translating cellular cancer immunotherapy to metastatic solid tumors, particularly addressing why current therapies are insufficient to overcome the naturally tolerogenic microenvironment that protects against autoimmunity across organ sites.

• Theoretical Ecology
• Ecological Networks
• Food Webs
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stefano Allesina is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolution at the University of Chicago. A theoretical ecologist, he specializes in ecological networks, focusing on dynamics of large communities, network structure modeling, and extinction responses. PhD in Ecology (2005) and Laurea in Environmental Sciences (2001) from Università di Parma, Italy His research spans: Ecological network analysis Theoretical community ecology Stability-complexity relationships Phylogenetic influences on coexistence Metapopulation dynamics Recent work (2021-2025) emphasizes: Phylogenetic constraints in community assembly Non-equilibrium ecological models Food web structure and function Mathematical frameworks for coexistence Scientific recognition includes: 2018 BSD Distinguished Investigator (University of Chicago) 2012 NSF CAREER Award He actively develops computational tools for ecological analysis and contributes to network theory applications in ecosystem services and biodiversity studies.

Zoi Raptiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Differential Equations
• Mathematical Biology
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zoi Rapti is a Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Department of Mathematics, Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, and the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Her research bridges applied mathematics and biological systems. Research Interests: Zoi specializes in differential equations, mathematical biology, and modeling, with a focus on stability analysis of nonlinear systems, disease dynamics (including dengue and COVID-19), microbial communities, and gene regulatory networks. Her work integrates ecological and epidemiological frameworks with nonlinear dynamics and computational approaches. Publications: Recent articles explore spatiotemporal disease patterns, phage-antibiotic synergy, mobility-driven epidemics, and vector competence in mosquitoes. These reflect interdisciplinary applications of mathematical modeling to public health, virology, and ecological systems. Contact: Email zrapti@illinois.edu for collaboration or inquiries.

• Ecology
• Ornithology
• Biogeography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jill Jankowski is an Associate Professor at the Department of Zoology, University of British Columbia, specializing in the ecology of tropical and temperate bird communities. Her work explores how abiotic and biotic interactions shape range boundaries, community assembly, and biodiversity. Education: B.Sc., Department of Biological Sciences, Purdue University M.Sc., Department of Biological Sciences, Purdue University Ph.D., Department of Zoology, University of Florida Research Interests: Ecology of tropical avian communities Climate change impacts on species distributions Thermoregulatory physiology in high-altitude birds Community assembly and interspecific competition Predictive distribution modeling for conservation Plant-pollinator interactions in Andean ecosystems Recent Publications: Focus on global avian survival patterns, predictive modeling, and ecological responses to environmental gradients. Key themes include tropical montane biodiversity, metabolic physiology, and conservation strategies. Labs & Teams: Dr. Jankowski's research group includes lab members S. David N. Seefeldt and K. Torres Montano. She collaborates with teams studying the Manú Gradient and avian community dynamics in Andean and Amazonian ecosystems.

Ophelia Shalini Venturelliمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Systems biology
• Synthetic biology
• Computational modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ophelia Shalini Venturelli is an Associate Professor at Duke University, holding dual appointments in the Department of Biomedical Engineering (Pratt School of Engineering) and Molecular Genetics and Microbiology (Basic Science Departments). Her research integrates systems biology , synthetic biology , and computational modeling to study and engineer microbiomes with a focus on host-microbiome interactions and microbial metabolism . Education : Ph.D., California Institute of Technology (2013) Her work spans gut microbiota dynamics, metabolic pathway analysis , and microbial community control systems , supported by major grants from the National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation . Recent projects include modeling short-chain fatty acid production for personalized nutrition and designing synthetic gut microbiomes for predictable functions. Recognition includes being named a Langford Lecturer in 2024. She teaches courses such as BME 260L: Modeling Cellular and Molecular Systems and BME 791: Graduate Independent Study . Learn more about her work at the Venturelli Lab .

Renske Vroomansمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Computational Biology
• Evolutionary Developmental Biology (Evo-Devo)
• Plant Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Renske Vroomans is a Research Fellow at the Sainsbury Laboratory , University of Cambridge. She is a theoretical biologist specializing in evolutionary developmental biology (Evo-Devo) and computational modeling of biological processes. Her work focuses on how gene regulatory networks and dynamical processes shape the evolution of plant and animal development. PhD in Theoretical Biology and Bioinformatics, Utrecht University Postdoctoral research at University of Helsinki and Origins Center Her research explores patterns in developmental evolution, including: Evolution of multicellularity under selection pressures Role of gene networks in tissue morphogenesis Computational models for long-term plant evolution Recent publications highlight computational approaches to: Evolutionary dynamics of genome fragility and division of labor Multicellularity driven by spatial information integration Developmental constraints in plant organ evolution Scientific awards include the Gatsby Career Development Fellowship . Her group includes PhD students Steven Oud, Alexandre P Fernandes, and Research Assistant Pjotr van der Jagt.

Breeann Kyte Kirbyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Speculative Fiction
• Creative Nonfiction
• Microbial Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Breeann Kyte Kirby is a Professor of Writing and Environmental Studies and Assistant Dean at the School of Humanities, Arts, and Public Engagement at Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU). With a dual background in molecular biology and creative writing, she bridges science, literature, and art through interdisciplinary collaborations and teaching. As owner of Wholon, a hub connecting scientists and artists, she fosters cross-disciplinary dialogue. Education: Ph.D. in Creative Writing, Bath Spa University M.F.A. in Creative Writing, San Diego State University M.S. in Molecular Biology, San Diego State University M.A. in English Literature, University of West Florida B.S. in Biochemistry and B.A. in Literature, Point Loma Nazarene University Her research interests span speculative fiction, creative nonfiction, and microbial ecology. She explores the human microbiome’s influence on health and identity, often integrating scientific concepts into literary forms. Her publications include peer-reviewed research, poetry, and hybrid narratives. Recent publications highlight her interdisciplinary approach, such as the 2017 poetry collection Phages in Love , the 2016 hybrid fiction 45 Larem Lane , and the 2015 nonfiction pieces on microbial ecology and women’s work. She contributes to platforms like Orion Magazine and The Scientist, emphasizing science-art convergence. Kirby’s professional activities include organizing the Year of the Phage Meeting (2015) and curating collaborative projects like LIVE UNITED! (2018–2019). She maintains blogs such as Sciencereasoncalifornia and There / Here, focusing on microbial science and place-based artistic collaboration.

Steve M Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Malaria
• Epidemiology
• Genetics/Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steve M Taylor is a Professor of Medicine and Research Professor of Global Health at Duke University , specializing in Malaria and its intersections with Epidemiology , Genetics/Genomics , and Infectious Diseases . Based in the School of Medicine and Duke Global Health Institute , his work spans field and translational research in Western Kenya , Mali , Mozambique , and Democratic Republic of the Congo . Duke University, School of Medicine (2004 MD) University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (2003 MPH) Duke University (1998 BS) Taylor's research focuses on falciparum malaria , particularly: Transmission dynamics and vector control in hyperendemic regions Genetic epidemiology of drug resistance markers Impact of sickle cell trait on parasite pathogenesis First-trimester malaria effects on pregnancy outcomes Development of nanophotonic diagnostic tools His recent publications emphasize molecular tracking of parasite haplotypes, vector behavior modulation, and longitudinal cohort analyses of immunity development. Scientific Awards : American Society for Clinical Investigation (2024) Grants : Major NIH/NIAID funding (2023-2028) for malaria immunity studies, plus multiple R01 and R21 grants for chemoprevention trials and genetic surveillance projects.