جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christopher Lawsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbiome Engineering
• Systems Biology
• Synthetic Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christopher Lawson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Applied Chemistry at the University of Toronto, affiliated with the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. He serves as Principal Investigator of the Microbiome Engineering Lab and is part of BioZone – the Centre for Applied Bioscience and Bioengineering. His research focuses on engineering anaerobic microbiomes for resource recovery from waste streams using systems biology, synthetic biology, and machine learning approaches. B.A.Sc., M.A.Sc. (University of British Columbia) Ph.D. (University of Wisconsin-Madison) Postdoctoral Training (Berkeley Lab) Lawson's work addresses the challenge of controlling complex microbial interactions in engineered systems to enable scalable biotechnologies for renewable energy, chemicals, and materials. His lab develops high-throughput methods integrating automation and computational tools to optimize microbiome assembly and metabolic fluxes. Recent publications highlight advancements in metabolic modeling , isotope tracing , and systems-level analysis of anaerobic microbiomes, with applications in wastewater treatment , anammox granules , and bioenergy production . His research bridges fundamental microbiology with industrial-scale bioprocess engineering. Scientific Awards ISME/IWA BioCluster Rising Star Award (2022) Jacobs Engineering Group/AEESP Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award (2020) Wesley Eckenfelder Graduate Research Award (2019) WEF Canham Graduate Studies Scholarship (2018) NSERC Post-Graduate Scholarship – Doctoral (2014) Lawson actively mentors students and postdocs, emphasizing technical rigor, communication skills, and independence. His lab collaborates within BioZone and with industry partners to advance "team science" principles. Current projects focus on creating engineered microbiomes for commercial-scale waste valorization.

Georg Guggenbergerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Science
• Soil Chemistry
• Biogeochemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Georg Guggenberger is a distinguished academic at Leibniz University Hannover, where he serves as Professor of Soil Chemistry within the Department of Soil Science at the Institute of Earth System Sciences, Faculty of Natural Sciences. In addition to his research and teaching responsibilities, he holds several significant administrative positions including Vice Dean for Research in the Dean's Office of the Faculty of Natural Sciences, Executive Management at both the Institute of Soil Science and Department of Soil Science levels, and Chair of the Selection Committee for the M.Sc. Landscape Sciences program. Prof. Guggenberger's research program focuses on fundamental processes governing soil organic matter dynamics across diverse ecosystems worldwide, from Arctic to tropical regions. His work investigates biotic and abiotic factors influencing the formation, transport, and stabilization of soil organic matter, with particular emphasis on soil fertility maintenance. He employs advanced methodologies including stable isotope approaches, biomarker analyses, microspectroscopic techniques (XPS, ESEM, NMR, NanoSIMS), and molecular biological methods to study biogeochemical interactions on mineral surfaces, dissolved organic matter dynamics, plant-mycorrhizal-soil interactions, permafrost soil organic matter, and impacts of land use and climate change on soil organisms. Analysis of Prof. Guggenberger's recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary research program spanning soil biogeochemistry, carbon cycling, soil microbiology, and climate change impacts. His work integrates field experiments along environmental gradients with laboratory manipulation studies to identify underlying mechanisms. The research shows particular strength in understanding organic matter stabilization mechanisms, microbial contributions to soil processes, and development of sustainable soil management practices that address climate change challenges. Prof. Guggenberger actively contributes to academic service through his leadership roles in examination boards and committees, including the Examination Board for Geosciences programs and the Selection Committee for Landscape Sciences. His administrative responsibilities as Vice Dean for Research demonstrate his commitment to advancing research within the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Leibniz University Hannover.

Aaron Puriمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Chemical Ecology
• Drug Discovery
• Microbiome
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Aaron Puri is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at the University of Utah, specializing in chemical ecology and natural product discovery. His research focuses on bacterial interactions in methane-oxidizing communities and the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites. Education: B.S. from University of Chicago, Ph.D. from Stanford University School of Medicine Dr. Puri's work bridges microbiology and chemistry, with projects targeting: Chemical Ecology: Decoding interspecies signaling in methane-oxidizing bacteria Natural Products: Discovering therapeutics from underexplored bacterial genomes Biosynthesis: Activating cryptic gene clusters for novel compound production Recent publications highlight advancements in quorum sensing mechanisms (2025), inverse stable isotopic labeling techniques (2024), and methanotroph community dynamics. His research also explores spatially resolved model ecosystems for studying microbial phenotypes (2023-2024). Key methods include GNPS Dashboard for mass spectrometry analysis (2021-2022). Dr. Puri leads the CAREER-funded project on quorum sensing in methanotrophs (2024) and has developed genetic tools for industrial methanotrophs (2015). His lab maintains a strong focus on environmental microbiology and biotechnological applications.

• Marine Biogeochemistry
• Deep-Sea Ecology
• Polar Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tanja Stratmann is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Utrecht University 's Department of Earth Sciences within the Faculty of Geosciences since July 2025, with prior affiliations at NIOZ Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (2022-2025), Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology (2019-2022), and Ghent University (2018-2019). PhD in Marine Sciences (2018) from NIOZ/Ghent University MSc in Statistical Data Analysis (2019) from Ghent University MSc in Biology (2014) from Aarhus University Her research focuses on extreme marine environments , particularly deep-sea ecosystems and polar regions . Key areas include: Environmental impacts of deep-sea mining Benthic food web dynamics using isotopic tracers Megafaunal roles in carbon/nitrogen cycling Dissolved organic matter cycling in Arctic systems Recent work analyzes 13C, 15N, 2H tracers in sponge feeding studies (2025) and Clarion-Clipperton zone food web integrity (2023). Her databases ( BenBioDen , ProkaBioDen ) support global marine research. Scientific Recognition: Veni Laureate (2022) Open Science XS Grant (2022) Rubicon Research Fellowship (2019-2022)

Shaji K Chackoمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Glucose Metabolism
• Gluconeogenesis
• Glycogenolysis
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Shaji K Chacko, Ph.D., is an Instructor in the Department of Pediatrics – Nutrition at Baylor College of Medicine, where he leads an independent research laboratory at the USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center in Houston, Texas. His work focuses on metabolic regulation, particularly glucose production pathways in health and disease. BS, Nagpur University (1990) MS, Barkatullah University (1992) MS, University of Houston, Clear Lake (2000) PhD, University of Groningen (2011) Dr. Chacko's research centers on glucose metabolism , specifically gluconeogenesis and glycogenolysis , using stable isotope tracers and mass spectrometry. His lab investigates metabolic dysfunctions in conditions such as insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and post-surgical states, with a strong focus on pediatric and neonatal populations. He also studies total energy expenditure using the doubly labeled water method in free-living subjects. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on metabolic regulation, particularly in insulin resistance , obesity , diabetes , and parenteral nutrition . Key themes include hormonal regulation (e.g., leptin), amino acid metabolism (glycine, BCAA), liver function, and therapeutic interventions like metformin and nutritional supplements. His work frequently involves translational models, including human clinical studies and genetically modified animal models. Dr. Chacko has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided texts. He mentors lab members such as Zhensheng Chen (Research Associate) and collaborates extensively with clinicians and scientists, including M.W. Haymond and F. Jahoor. While no specific grants are listed, his research likely involves externally funded projects given the scope and equipment required for stable isotope and mass spectrometry studies. His lab benefits from the state-of-the-art facilities at the Children's Nutrition Research Center, including a metabolic kitchen, greenhouse, and advanced instrumentation. The Shaji Chacko Lab is embedded within the USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center, a multidisciplinary hub housing elite scientists conducting cutting-edge research in pediatric nutrition and metabolism. The center provides extensive resources including specialized laboratories, research accommodations, and a collaborative scientific environment.

Young-Hoon Ahnمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Chemical Biology
• Cysteine Proteomics
• Redox Signaling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Young-Hoon Ahn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Drexel University, serving as Chair of the Chemistry Graduate Program Committee. His research focuses on cysteine-based redox signaling in physiology and diseases, particularly using chemical tools to study glutathionylation. He holds a PhD from New York University and has held academic positions at Wayne State University and Drexel University since 2012. Education: PhD (2007, NYU), MS (2001, POSTECH), BS (1999, POSTECH). Postdoctoral training at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2008-2012). Research Interests: Development of chemical probes for glutathione biology, functional studies of protein glutathionylation in cancer and cardiovascular systems, and covalent small-molecule inhibitors targeting cysteine residues. His interdisciplinary approach combines synthetic chemistry, proteomics, bioinformatics, and mouse models. Publications emphasize glutathionylation mechanisms in cellular stress and disease, with recent work on E-cadherin stability, cardiomyocyte biology, and SMYD2 regulation. His lab employs clickable glutathione strategies and bioorthogonal chemistry for redox proteomics.

David Goodlettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Host-pathogen interactions
• Mass spectrometry-based technology
• Lipidomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Goodlett is a Professor and Director of the UVIC Genome BC Proteomics Centre in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology at the University of Victoria. He holds a BSc and PhD from North Carolina State University (NCSU). His research focuses on host-pathogen interactions, lipid A structure-activity relationships, microbial diagnostics, and proteomics-driven systems biology. Dr. Goodlett leads a lab developing mass spectrometry-based technologies, including lipidomics and MALDI-TOF MS for rapid bacterial identification. Education: BSc, North Carolina State University PhD, North Carolina State University Research Interests: Structural elucidation of lipid A in Gram-negative bacteria for vaccine development Development of mass spectrometry tools (e.g., SAWN, MALDI-TOF) for clinical diagnostics Proteomic profiling of cancer biomarkers and immune response mechanisms Bioinformatics pipelines for cross-linking mass spectrometry (CLMS) Awards & Grants: NIH R01 Grant GM111066-01 (2015) for MS-based bacterial identification Ardgour Symposium Ethos Award (2011) for collaborative research excellence Lab & Collaborations: Led development of the xComb software for cross-linked peptide analysis Partnerships with Deurion for commercializing SAWN technology FiDiPro Finland Distinguished Professorship (2014-2016) for diabetes and ovarian cancer biomarker research Students & Trainees: Current students: Madison Shiyuk, Bo Ren, Linda Nartey, Sophie Culos, Kate McMurray Prior postdocs include Pragya Singh (PhD 2011), Sunhee Jung (PhD 2011), and Scott Heron

• Metabolomics
• Analytical Chemistry
• Plant-Microbe Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rainer Schuhmacher is a Full Professor for Plant and Microbe Metabolomics at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), affiliated with the Department of Agricultural Sciences and the Institute of Bioanalytics and Agro-Metabolomics in Tulln an der Donau. His research focuses on metabolomics, analytical chemistry, and plant-microbe interactions, with emphasis on fungal secondary metabolites, mycotoxin resistance, and environmental stress responses in crops. He leads projects funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF), European Commission, and national agencies. Research interests span: Metabolomic profiling of plant-pathogen interactions (e.g., Fusarium -wheat systems) Stable isotope-assisted techniques for metabolic pathway analysis Cold stress mitigation in plants using Antarctic bacteria Development of computational tools for untargeted metabolomics data processing His work integrates analytical chemistry, bioinformatics, and molecular biology to study metabolic crosstalk in agricultural systems. Awards include the Fritz-Feigl-Preis (2012) and Dr.-Wolfgang-Houska-Preis (2005). He has supervised multiple PhD projects and leads the Plant-Microbe Metabolomics group, managing core metabolomics platforms and international collaborations. Key projects: Chemical crosstalk in mycoparasitic interactions (FWF) Metabolomics of cold stress tolerance mediated by psychrotolerant bacteria Extension of metabolomics platforms for plant-pathogen studies

• Organic Synthesis
• Photoredox Catalysis
• Organoboron Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zhe Dong is an Associate Professor (Researcher) and doctoral supervisor in the Department of Chemistry at the Southern University of Science and Technology . He obtained his B.S. from Peking University (2012), Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (2018), and conducted postdoctoral research under 2021 Nobel laureate David MacMillan at Princeton University (2018–2021). Current focus on photoredox-enabled organoboron chemistry and heterocycle functionalization Developed stereospecific coupling reactions for chiral quaternary carbon synthesis Innovated carbocation-carbanion substitution reactions and bioimaging probes His 15+ publications include Nature , JACS , and Nature Chemistry papers spanning: Photoredox-mediated deoxygenation Pd/NBE cooperative catalysis Protein hydrophobic pocket mapping Natural product total synthesis C-H bond functionalization strategies Scientific Recognition: National Scholarship for Outstanding Self-funded Students (2015) Reaxys PhD Prize Finalist (2017) University of Chicago Best Thesis Award (2018) Overseas High-level Talent Program (2020) Current funding includes Ministry of Science and Technology Key R&D Program (2021–2024) and participation in Peacock Team and Guangchuang Team research consortia.

• Bioactive compounds
• Antioxidant assays
• Food technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Wilfried Andlauer is a Professor at the Institute of Life Sciences within HES-SO Valais-Wallis School of Engineering. His research focuses on bioactive compounds , non-thermal food processing , and bioavailability studies , particularly in agricultural by-products like grape cane, walnut press cake, and Spirulina algae. He has developed advanced methods for solid-state fermentation , cold plasma decontamination , and bioactives fingerprinting . Key projects include optimizing microwave-assisted extraction for stilbenoids, analyzing iron absorption from insect flour , and developing microfluidic antioxidant assays . His work integrates nutraceutical research with practical applications in food safety and sustainable processing . Collaborations span Switzerland and Asia , with expertise in analytical chemistry and bioprocessing .

Dagmar Woebkenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microbial Ecology
• Soil Microbiology
• Microbial Dormancy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dagmar Woebken is Associate Professor and Head of the Department for Microbiology and Ecosystem Science at the University of Vienna, where she leads the Division of Microbial Ecology. Her research investigates microbial survival strategies in challenging soil habitats, particularly focusing on adaptation mechanisms to environmental stressors. Research encompasses three primary themes: Dormancy and reactivation dynamics in desert soil microbial communities Assembly and function of plant-associated microbiomes Ecological success factors of Acidobacteria in terrestrial environments Her group employs molecular techniques including metagenomics, stable isotope probing, and single-cell approaches (NanoSIMS, Raman microspectroscopy) combined with cultivation-based methods. Publications demonstrate expertise in: Microbial adaptation to extreme environments Plant-microbe-nutrient interactions Genomic basis of bacterial ecological strategies Recent work increasingly utilizes advanced imaging and isotopic tracing to investigate microbial processes at cellular scales. Dr. Woebken pioneered the NifMAP bioinformatic pipeline for analyzing nitrogen-fixing communities and developed methods combining Gold-FISH with NanoSIMS for targeted analysis of plant-associated bacteria. She leads research projects on microbial symbioses funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF). She directs a research group investigating microbial ecology across ecosystems from deserts to forests. Current projects include studies of ant-plant-microbe associations and microbe-mediated nitrogen cycling in grasslands. The group maintains collaborations with international institutions and participates in public outreach through science communication platforms.

Günter Hochمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Tree ecophysiology
• Carbon allocation in trees
• Drought stress physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

PD Dr. Günter Hoch is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Environmental Sciences – Botany at the University of Basel , Switzerland. His research centers on the ecophysiology of trees , with a particular emphasis on carbon storage dynamics , drought stress responses , and the resilience of forest ecosystems to climate change. Research Focus: Carbon allocation and storage in trees under carbon limitation Physiological controls of non-structural carbohydrate reserves (e.g., starch, lipids) Drought-induced tree mortality and recovery mechanisms Whole-tree carbon balance and growth under environmental stress Scaling from individual tree responses to ecosystem-level processes Approach: His team integrates field observations , experimental manipulations , and biophysical modeling to understand how trees regulate carbon reserves and water relations under stress. A key goal is to identify biomarkers (e.g., starch concentrations in sapwood) that reflect the carbon status and health of trees. Recent Work: His publications span high-impact journals like Nature Reviews Earth & Environment , New Phytologist , and Global Change Biology , addressing topics such as hydraulic failure, carbon starvation, and the impacts of extreme droughts (e.g., 2018 Central European drought) on forest ecosystems. Collaborations: He contributes to large-scale networks like TreeNet , a Swiss initiative monitoring drought and growth indicators in forests, and collaborates internationally on projects linking plant ecophysiology to biogeochemical cycles. Contact: guenter.hoch@unibas.ch | Tel: +41 (0)61 207 35 14

• Chiral Recognition
• Enantiomeric Separations
• Ionic Liquids
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Daniel W Armstrong is a Professor at the University of Texas at Arlington in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. With over 35 years of experience, he is a pioneering figure in chiral recognition, enantiomeric separations, and the biological relevance of D-amino acids. His work has led to over 740 publications, 35 patents, and 560 invited seminars worldwide. Developed first chiral recognition mechanism by cyclodextrins First to use macrocyclic antibiotics as chiral selectors Synthesized most new ionic liquids (ILs) globally Created ultra-fast separation techniques now standard in analytical chemistry Contributed to FDA 1992 guidelines on chiral drug separation His research focuses on chiral separations, ionic liquids, and the role of D-amino acids in biological systems. He has commercialized over 30 HPLC and GC columns, transforming analytical chemistry and pharmaceutical analysis. Recent publications demonstrate continued innovation in chiral chromatography, biomarker analysis, and AI-driven separation optimization. His grants include industry collaborations with Merck, Alcon, and Sigma-Aldrich, emphasizing practical applications of his work. Scientific honors include multiple lifetime achievement awards, fellowships in the Royal Society of Chemistry and American Chemical Society, the Chirality Medal, and induction into the National Academy of Inventors. He has mentored over 100 PhD students, many from first-generation college backgrounds.

Laurence Bindschedlerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Molecular plant pathology
• Quantitative plant proteomics
• Biotic stress
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Laurence Bindschedler is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway, University of London , specializing in plant-pathogen interactions and crop proteomics. Previously active in research output until 2023, they focus on molecular plant pathology and stress responses in crops. Plant Molecular Sciences Mass spectrometry applications Stable Isotope labeling in hydroponics Research interests span effector protein mechanisms in Blumeria graminis infections (barley and strawberry powdery mildew), in planta gene silencing methods, and reactive oxygen species' role in biotic/abiotic stress. Their work adapts quantitative proteomics (N15 labeling) to Brassicas and other crops. Article trends emphasize fungal effector biology, proteomic responses to pathogens, hormone signaling, and stress adaptation in cereals. Keywords include plant pathology, proteomics, genomics, and molecular genetics. Projects include BBSRC-funded phytogene therapy development (2015-2019) and EPSRC-supported chemical biology networks (2013). They served as Programme Committee Member at the 2013-2014 INPPO conference and presented at multiple plant pathology meetings. Labs & teams collaborate internationally on fungal pathogen research, with recent country-level network connections. Their work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to food security and sustainable agriculture.

Jochen A. Müllerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbial Transformations
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Molecular Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jochen A. Müller is a Senior Scientist at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research - UFZ in Leipzig, Germany, within the Department of Molecular Environmental Biotechnology . His research focuses on microbial transformations of organic pollutants, particularly using molecular tools to quantify biocatalysts and analyze microbial roles in contaminated systems. He previously held academic positions at Morgan State University and conducted postdoctoral research at Stanford University and the University of Maryland. Education: Diploma in Microbiology (1996), University of Konstanz Ph.D. in Microbiology (2000), University of Konstanz His research interests span environmental biotechnology, microbial ecology, and genomics, with emphasis on anaerobic degradation of chlorinated ethenes, aromatic compounds, and sulfur-metabolizing microbes. His publications (2012–2023) explore antibiotic resistance gene dynamics, toluene degradation pathways, constructed wetland systems, and innovative single-cell genomics techniques like scMAR-Seq. Professional service includes editorial board membership for Applied and Environmental Microbiology and Saline Systems since 2009. He has contributed to funded projects such as Genomics of Beggiatoa alba (NSF, JGI/DOE) and participated in interdisciplinary collaborations across environmental engineering, biotechnology, and bioeconomy. For contact , he is affiliated with the UFZ in Leipzig. Detailed institutional affiliations and further information can be found in the full description below.