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Marcus Larssonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomedical optics
• Microcirculation imaging
• Laser speckle contrast imaging
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Marcus Larsson is Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Medical Technology at Linköping University, Sweden, where he also serves as Deputy Dean. His research develops optical methods—laser speckle contrast imaging, multispectral imaging and Monte-Carlo modelling—to quantify skin capillary perfusion and oxygenation, work that has continuous funding from national and EU sources and direct translation to cardiovascular risk assessment. Education: MSc in Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering, Linköping University, 1999 PhD in Biomedical Instrumentation, Linköping University, 2006 Marcus leads the Biomedical Optics group that designs real-time, non-invasive systems combining hardware advances with machine-learning algorithms. By merging spectroscopic and laser-Doppler data his team achieves comprehensive microcirculatory maps applicable to diabetes, sepsis and population-based cohorts such as SCAPIS. He is Director of Studies for the Biomedical Engineering programme, teaching five core courses from first-year design to specialised optics and modelling, and acts as assistant supervisor for doctoral student Andisheh Etminan. Collaborative projects involve senior colleagues Göran Salerud, Tomas Strömberg and Ingemar Fredriksson and are conducted within the Department of Medical Technology, a national centre for medical technology research and education founded in 1972.

Murielle Watzkyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biosynthetic Pathways for Metal Nanoparticles
• Nanoparticle Formation Kinetics
• Biosensors
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Murielle Watzky is the Department Chair and Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Northern Colorado , College of Natural and Health Sciences. Her research focuses on nanoparticle synthesis, biosensor development, and kinetic modeling of nanomaterials and protein aggregates. Education : Diplome d'Ingenieur (Ecole Superieure de Chimie Industrielle de Lyon), Ph.D. (Wayne State University), Postdoctoral Research (Colorado State University) Research Interests include biosynthetic pathways for silver nanoparticles, experimental probes of noble metal nanoparticle formation, and plasmonic biosensors. She pioneered the Finke-Watzky two-step nucleation and autocatalytic growth model applied to nanomaterials and protein aggregation systems. Scientific Contributions span 15+ years, with seminal work on nanoparticle kinetics (1997), protein aggregation modeling (2008), and biosensor development (2017-2021). Her 2008 review on protein aggregation is a top-10 downloaded article in BBA Proteins and Proteomics, with >300 citations. Awards : Highly Cited Paper (Web of Science) Top 10 Most Downloaded Articles in BBA Proteins and Proteomics Contact: murielle.watzky@unco.edu | Phone: 970-351-3551

• MRI/MRS Methodology
• Neurodegenerative Disease Biomarkers
• Advanced Imaging Sequences (UTE, Rosette)
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Uzay Emir is a Joint Associate Professor in Radiology at UNC-Chapel Hill, with cross-institutional roles including Principal Investigator at the University of Oxford and prior experience as an Assistant Professor at Purdue University. His research focuses on advancing MRI/MRS methodologies for neurodegenerative disease biomarker discovery, particularly using ultra-short echo time (UTE) and Rosette trajectory-based imaging techniques. Emir's work emphasizes translational applications across preclinical and clinical settings, including 3T to 9.4T field strengths. He pioneered the PETALUTE sequence for accelerated phosphorus spectroscopic imaging and led the multicenter 'Repeat it with me challenge' for test-retest reproducibility in Rosette MRI(S)I. His innovations include density-weighted concentric ring trajectories and 3D Rosette-based methods for brain iron content mapping and myelin fraction analysis. Research interests span neurochemical profiling, metabolic imaging, and functional MRI-fMRS integration at 7T. Education: PhD in imaging modalities (fMRI signal transients), postdoctoral training in MRS methods at the University of Minnesota's Center for Magnetic Resonance Research Key Methods: UTE MRI/MRSI, Rosette trajectory, 31P-MRSI, PETALUTE sequence Key Projects: ME/CFS metabolic studies, lead toxicity neuroimaging, sodium cartilage quantification Research trends in his articles highlight development of novel imaging sequences (e.g., ZTE fMRI, accelerated J-resolved spectroscopy) and their application to neurological disorders. Emphasis on clinical feasibility of 31P-MRS after decades of technical challenges underscores his translational impact. Recent work includes simultaneous multi-slice MRSI and NIfTI-MRS data standardization efforts. His contributions bridge preclinical-clinical research through standardized protocols enabling biomarker validation. Current efforts explore spatiotemporal dynamics of neural networks using integrated fMRI-fMRS approaches.

Nilam Shahمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy
• Localized Surface Plasmon Spectroscopy
• Nanoparticle Fabrication
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Nilam Shah serves as Associate Professor of Chemistry and Chair of the Chemistry Department at Lake Forest College, where she leads research at the intersection of analytical chemistry, nanotechnology, and cultural heritage science. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Chemistry from Northwestern University (2009) MS in Biomedical Engineering from Northwestern University (2000) BA in Chemistry from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (1997) Professor Shah specializes in Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS), Localized Surface Plasmon Spectroscopy (LSPR), and Nanoparticle Fabrication. Her work develops advanced spectroscopic techniques for biomedical diagnostics—particularly non-invasive glucose monitoring—and cultural heritage applications including the non-destructive analysis of historical artworks, textiles, and manuscripts. She pioneers nanoplasmonic substrates and methodological innovations for real-time in vivo sensing and artifact preservation. Analysis of her publication record reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Biomedical sensing with SERS-based glucose monitors for diabetes management, (2) Cultural heritage science applying SERS to identify historical dyes/inks without sample destruction, and (3) Fundamental advancements in NIR-SERS, TERS, and nanobiosensor design. Her work consistently bridges theoretical modeling with practical instrumentation across chemistry, biomedical engineering, and art conservation disciplines. At Lake Forest College, Professor Shah teaches foundational courses including Introductory Chemistry I and II, and advanced Instrumental Analysis, where she integrates her research expertise into undergraduate education.

Bert Chandlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Catalysis
• Nanoparticle Synthesis
• Catalytic Reaction Mechanisms
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Bert Chandler is a Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on environmental catalysis, nanoparticle synthesis, and catalytic reaction mechanisms. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry from Georgia Southern University, a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from the University of Minnesota, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Chemical Engineering at the University of South Carolina. His work emphasizes catalytic materials for energy, environmental remediation, and industrial processes. Key areas include understanding gold-based catalysts' active sites, water's role in catalytic reactions, and designing stable, selective catalysts for alkyne hydrogenation and CO oxidation. His lab integrates materials synthesis, spectroscopy, and reaction kinetics to advance catalytic technologies. Publications highlight contributions to H₂ activation mechanisms, supported nanoparticle catalysts, and water-assisted reaction pathways. His research addresses global challenges like emissions reduction and sustainable energy production.

• Computational Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Catalysis
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Professor Richard Catlow is a distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Chemistry at University College London (UCL), where he has held various leadership roles including Dean of the Faculty of Mathematical and Physical Sciences (2007-2014) and Head of the Chemistry Department (2002-2007). His career spans over four decades, with significant contributions to computational and experimental chemistry across multiple institutions including The Royal Institution and Keele University. Professor Catlow's educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Oxford (1974) Bachelor of Arts (Honours) from the University of Oxford (1970) Professor Catlow's research focuses on computational and experimental studies of complex inorganic materials, with particular expertise in microporous and oxide catalysts, ionic conductors, electronic ceramics, and silicate minerals. He has pioneered embedded cluster methodologies for studying catalytic reactions and has made significant contributions to understanding material properties at the atomic level through the integration of computational techniques with experimental methods including neutron scattering and synchrotron radiation. Analysis of Professor Catlow's recent publications reveals a strong focus on sustainable chemistry, catalysis for energy applications, and the integration of computational and experimental approaches. His work spans methane conversion to ethanol, CO2 reduction to methanol, and deNOx catalysis, reflecting his commitment to addressing global energy and environmental challenges through fundamental chemical research. Professor Catlow has received numerous prestigious awards for his contributions to chemistry: Fellowship of the Royal Society (2004) Liversidge Medal (2008) Royal Society of Chemistry Interdisciplinary Medal (1998) Royal Society of Chemistry Medal (1992) Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (1990) Fellow of the Institute of Physics UK (1995) Honorary Member of the Materials Research Society of India (1996) Throughout his career, Professor Catlow has secured substantial research funding for projects related to computational chemistry, materials science, and catalysis, supporting both experimental and theoretical work in his research group. He has led major research initiatives including his role as Director of the Davy Faraday Research Laboratory at The Royal Institution (1998-2007) and has maintained extensive collaborations across the UK and internationally. Professor Catlow has led several prominent research teams throughout his career, including his long-standing group at The Royal Institution and his current research team at UCL. His work aligns with Sustainable Development Goals 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and 13 (Climate Action), demonstrating his commitment to applying fundamental chemical research to address pressing global challenges. With over 1,080 publications, he remains an active and influential researcher in the field of computational and experimental chemistry.

Kalaga Madhavمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Astrophotonics
• Astronomical Instrumentation
• Integrated Photonic Circuits
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Dr. Kalaga Madhav serves as Section Head of the Astrophotonics (innoFSPEC) group at the Leibniz-Institut für Astrophysik Potsdam (AIP), a leading German research institution focused on astrophysics. His work bridges photonics engineering and astronomical instrumentation development, with significant contributions to next-generation observational technologies. His research focuses on astrophotonics - applying photonic technologies to astronomical instrumentation. Key areas include OH-emission filters for ground-based telescopes, arrayed waveguide gratings for high-resolution spectroscopy, photonic lanterns for multimode applications, and beam combiners for interferometric observations. His innovative work extends to technology transfer applications, notably using astronomical spectrograph techniques for medical diagnostics like skin cancer detection through Raman spectroscopy. Analysis of his recent publications reveals strong focus on developing integrated photonic circuits that overcome traditional limitations in astronomical observations. His work demonstrates consistent progress in improving spectral resolution, calibration precision, and observational efficiency across ground- and space-based platforms. Notable projects include MARCOT (Multi-Mode Photonic Lantern for Exoplanet Research), PAWS (Potsdam Arrayed Waveguide Spectrograph), and POCO (Potsdam astroComb). Temperature-compensating OH line filters for ground-based astronomy Multi-mode photonic lanterns for exoplanet research Space-based heterodyne interferometry solutions Fiber Bragg gratings for sky emission line filtering CHARA Array integrated optics testbed (CHARIOT) Dr. Madhav maintains active collaborations with researchers across multiple institutions, particularly with Martin M. Roth at AIP and international partners involved in CHARA array development. His work demonstrates consistent innovation in applying photonic technologies to solve longstanding challenges in astronomical observation.

Jay Dudhiaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Stem Cell Biology
• Regenerative Medicine
• Tendinopathies
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Jay Dudhia serves as Associate Professor in Stem Cell Biology within the Department of Clinical Sciences and Services at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), University of London. His academic journey began with a BSc in Biochemistry and Physiology from Queen Elizabeth College, University of London, followed by a PhD in Molecular Biology in 1984. He advanced through postdoctoral research at the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology before joining RVC in 1997, where he established the tendon biology research group in 2003 and developed the Veterinary Medicines Directorate-approved stem cell laboratory. His research focuses on extracellular matrix biology in articular cartilage and tendons, with major contributions to equine tendinopathy mechanisms and regenerative medicine. Key achievements include pioneering clinical applications of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) for equine tendon injuries, developing cardiac stem cell therapies for companion animals, and creating patented Raman spectroscopy techniques for early osteoarthritis detection. His work bridges veterinary and human medicine through collaborations with University College London and clinical partners. Dudhia holds an Honorary Senior Lectureship at University College London and actively contributes to scientific societies including the British Society for Matrix Biology. His laboratory provides clinical-grade MSC services for equine and canine patients across UK veterinary practices, translating basic research into tangible clinical applications through close collaboration with RVC animal hospitals. As an educator, he holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Veterinary Education and teaches extracellular matrix biology across BSc BioVeterinary Sciences and BVetMed programs. He supervises undergraduate research projects and serves as an internal/external examiner for postgraduate theses, emphasizing clinical applications of regenerative medicine in his pedagogical approach.

Laura Summerauerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Soil Science
• Carbon Cycling
• Tropical Ecosystems
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Dr. Laura Summerauer is a Researcher in soil science at ETH Zürich's Professorship for Soil Resources, specializing in tropical ecosystems and carbon cycling. Her research examines soil ecosystem services in eroding landscapes of the Eastern Congo Basin, investigating how topography, land use changes, and biogeochemistry affect soil fertility, carbon dynamics, and food production. Research focuses: Tropical agro-ecosystem functioning Carbon and nutrient cycling mechanisms Soil infrared spectroscopy applications Statistical modeling of soil properties Land degradation impacts on soil services Her recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on tropical soil carbon dynamics, spectral soil analysis techniques, and African soil fertility challenges. Work frequently employs advanced spectroscopic methods and geospatial modeling to assess soil degradation and carbon sequestration potentials. Summerauer contributes to developing central African soil databases and promotes open soil science resources through her involvement in the TropSOC database project.

Madelyn Ballمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Sustainable Chemical Production
• Nanoparticle Materials Design
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Madelyn Ball is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (ChEMS) at Michigan State University (MSU), part of the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis, particularly designing nanoparticle materials for sustainable chemical production through CO2 and natural gas conversion. She employs operando spectroscopic techniques and precise catalyst synthesis methods to study active site structures under reactive conditions. Education: Ball earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2019) and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of New Hampshire (2014). Research Interests: Her work emphasizes sustainable energy solutions, including CO2 methanation, non-oxidative methane coupling, and selective hydrogenation reactions. She investigates catalyst design principles, support effects, and nanostructured materials to enhance catalytic performance and durability. Recent studies highlight gadolinium-doped nickel catalysts, bimetallic alloys, and dual-functional catalytic membranes. Recent Contributions: Her publications (2020–2025) address catalyst stability under CO2 hydrogenation, operando characterization of nanoparticle behavior, and structure-activity relationships. Notable work includes cover articles on catalytic membrane development and invited talks at conferences such as the ACS Spring Meeting. Labs/Teams: She leads the Catalyst Design Lab at MSU, which develops catalytic systems for sustainable fuel and chemical production. The lab collaborates on projects involving advanced characterization techniques and industrial-scale catalyst applications.

• Biosystems Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Data Modeling
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Dr. Jason Morrison is an Associate Professor and Associate Head (Undergraduate) in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba. He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Computational Science from McMaster and Carleton Universities. His research focuses on creating simplified data models, optimizing model fits, and analyzing process outcomes, particularly in chemical spectra modeling, biological material analysis, and 3D printer performance optimization. He has received grants in both Information Technology and Materials and Chemical Engineering, emphasizing reproducible open-source tools for additive manufacturing and spectroscopy data analysis. Dr. Morrison’s work addresses challenges in proprietary data formats that hinder reproducibility and interoperability in these fields. His teaching awards reflect his dedication to student success in engineering education. Recent research spans agricultural applications (e.g., Fusarium detection in wheat), biomaterials development (e.g., hemp fiber processing), and medical device sterilization (3D-printed plastics). His publications (2015–2021) highlight interdisciplinary approaches bridging engineering, biology, and computer science. Education: B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering, McMaster University (1993) B.Sc. Honours in Computer Science, McMaster University (1995) M.Comp.Sc. in Computational Science, Carleton University (1997) Ph.D. in Computational Science, Carleton University (2002) Research Interests: Optimization of mathematical models and data simplification Spectroscopic analysis of chemical/biological materials Additive manufacturing (3D printing) tooling and sterilization Ergonomics of agricultural machinery design Non-destructive testing via hyperspectral imaging Grants & Awards: Grants in Information Technology and Materials Engineering (details unspecified) Teaching awards (specific names unspecified) Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned in profile; focus on interdisciplinary collaborations in biosystems engineering.

Peder Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• MRI
• Radio Frequency Pulse Design
• Pulse Sequence Development
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Peder Larson is a Professor in Residence at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, where he serves as Principal Investigator for The Larson Advanced Imaging Technologies Research Group. Based at the UCSF Mission Bay campus in Byers Hall as part of the Quantitative Biosciences Institute, his research group takes an engineering-driven approach to develop advanced medical imaging methods, primarily focusing on MRI with some work in CT and PET. Dr. Larson's research interests span radio frequency pulse design, pulse sequence development, novel imaging strategies, and optimized reconstruction methods for MRI, with particular emphasis on applications in Hyperpolarized carbon-13 agents and semi-solid tissue imaging with ultrashort echo time (UTE) methods. His group works on metabolic imaging with hyperpolarized MRI for cancer imaging, pediatric lung MRI methods, myelin MRI with ultrashort echo time techniques, quantitative imaging on PET/MRI systems, and AI-based analysis of prostate and kidney cancer imaging data. The team frequently draws on backgrounds in engineering, physics, biology, and chemistry to analyze complex imaging data and provide novel information about tissue structure and function. His research publications and educational presentations from 2017-2019 demonstrate a strong focus on hyperpolarized MRI technology, covering everything from fundamental physics to specific clinical applications in cancer, cardiac imaging, and neurology. His work shows a progression from theoretical foundations to practical implementations across multiple organ systems. As an educator, Dr. Larson has developed significant educational resources including the 'Introduction to Principles of MRI' eBook, edited 'Hyperpolarized Carbon-13 Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Spectroscopy,' and created numerous educational materials, courses, and software tools for MRI education. He teaches UCSF Biomedical Imaging 201: Principles of Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Bioengineering 297: Hyperpolarized MR Seminar. Dr. Larson joined UCSF as a post-doctoral scholar in 2007 under Dan Vigneron, PhD, and became faculty in 2011. He completed his undergraduate and graduate studies at Stanford University with Dwight Nishimura, conducting doctoral research on 'MRI of Semi-solid Tissues.' He emphasizes the importance of understanding patient experiences by having his team volunteer for medical and research imaging themselves, stating 'It is important to understand what your patient and research subject experience is going to be.'

• Solid State Physics
• Surface Science
• Nanotechnology
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Mario Rocca is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics (DIFI) at the University of Genova (UniGe). His research focuses on experimental solid-state physics, surface science, and nanotechnology. Roles: Full Professor, Researcher in Materials Science Affiliation: University of Genova, Department of Physics Research Interests: He investigates surface-assisted chemical reactions, graphene hydrogenation, and advanced materials characterization techniques like X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). His work emphasizes improving data analysis standards for surface science and nanomaterials. Teaching: Courses on Solid State Physics, Surface Science, and Scientific Writing Current Projects: Surface complexation of metal atoms, cross-coupling reactions on nanostructured surfaces Publications Trend: Recent articles highlight his expertise in catalytic surface reactions, graphene modification, and XPS methodology, with interdisciplinary applications in materials chemistry and nanotechnology.

Katelyn Breivikمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Binary Star Evolution
• Gravitational Wave Astrophysics
• Population Synthesis
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Katelyn Breivik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at Carnegie Mellon University's Mellon College of Science. Her research focuses on understanding binary star evolution through computational modeling, population synthesis, and multi-messenger observations with gravitational wave detectors like LISA and electromagnetic surveys such as Gaia and SDSS-V. PhD (2018), MS (2014) from Northwestern University BS (2012) from Utah State University She develops open-source tools like COSMIC (binary population synthesis) and LEGWORK (LISA signal analysis), emphasizing reproducibility via showyourwork . Her work bridges theoretical models with observational data to constrain binary interaction physics. Her publications (2016-present) focus on gravitational wave progenitors (LIGO/LISA), black hole detection with Gaia, white dwarf binaries, and software development. Key trends include binary-driven supernovae, hypervelocity stars, and calibration of population synthesis models using survey data.

Loukas G Astrakasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Physics
• Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS)
• Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI)
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Loukas G. Astrakas is Professor of Medical Physics at the University of Ioannina, School of Medicine , Greece, where he also serves as Director of the Medical Physics Laboratory at the University Hospital of Ioannina. After obtaining a B.Sc. in Physics from the University of Athens (1989), he earned a Ph.D. in Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy from the Technical University of Athens (1999), followed by an M.Sc. in Medical Physics from the University of Patras (2014). His post-doctoral training took him to the National Centre of Scientific Research “Demokritos”, Harvard University, the Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging and Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston. He was appointed Lecturer (2009), then Assistant Professor (2013), Associate Professor (2020) and finally full Professor (2024) at the University of Ioannina. Research Focus: Professor Astrakas’ work centres on the development and clinical translation of advanced magnetic-resonance techniques—particularly magnetic-resonance spectroscopy (MRS), functional MRI (fMRI), and quantitative MRI—for non-invasive characterisation of paediatric brain tumours, epilepsy, neuro-degenerative diseases, testicular pathologies and rheumatological disorders. His research bridges fundamental physics, biomedical engineering and clinical radiology, with emphasis on metabolic imaging, voxel-based morphometry and machine-learning-assisted analysis. Publications & Impact: His 105+ peer-reviewed publications (2001–2025) map an evolving trajectory from methodological innovation in MRS and fMRI to large-scale clinical validation studies. Recurring themes include paediatric neuroradiology, neuro-oncology, and integration of imaging biomarkers with genomic data to enable precision medicine. Awards & Funding: Marie Curie Fellowship, European Commission (2004–2007) Leadership & Service: Director, Medical Physics Laboratory, University Hospital of Ioannina (2019–present) Member, NMR Surgical Laboratory, Massachusetts General Hospital (2001–present) Professor Astrakas teaches core and advanced courses in medical physics, supervises graduate research, and maintains active collaborations with Harvard Medical School, MGH, and European imaging networks, driving forward next-generation MR technologies for routine clinical care.