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Ruofan Yaoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Obstetrics
• Environmental Epidemiology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ruofan Yao serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Holding dual qualifications as an MD and MPH, Dr. Yao maintains an active research profile with 40 publications spanning 2013-2025, reflecting sustained scholarly productivity in maternal-fetal health. Dr. Yao's educational background combines clinical medicine (MD) with population health expertise (MPH), enabling interdisciplinary research at the intersection of obstetrics and environmental health. This foundation supports investigations into critical windows of vulnerability during pregnancy and population-level risk factors. Research focuses on environmental exposures (particularly wildfire proximity) and maternal health conditions (notably obesity) as determinants of birth outcomes. Key areas include congenital heart defects, neural tube defects, perinatal mortality, and cardiovascular complications in pregnancy. Methodologically, the work employs epidemiological approaches to analyze large datasets and identify modifiable risk factors. Analysis of 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a clear trajectory toward environmental obstetrics, with 60% examining wildfire impacts on congenital anomalies and 40% investigating obesity-related pregnancy complications. The research demonstrates increasing methodological sophistication in spatial epidemiology and temporal vulnerability assessment, primarily focused on U.S. populations. No scientific awards are documented in the available materials. Mentoring activities and grant funding details are not specified in the provided information. The research appears integrated within broader institutional maternal-fetal medicine initiatives at Loma Linda University, though specific lab structures or team compositions are not described.

• Cardiology
• Electrophysiology
• Cardiac Arrhythmias
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Carlo Pappone is a Full Professor of Cardiology at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University (since 2019) and Director of the Arrhythmology Department at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato Hospital (since 2015). He has held previous academic/clinical leadership roles at IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital (2000-2010), Villa Maria Cecilia Hospital (2010-2015), and University of Naples Federico II (1990-2000). With 212 publications in top journals like NEJM, JAMA, and Circulation, he has made significant contributions to cardiac arrhythmia research. Current Positions Vita-Salute San Raffaele University (2019-present): Full Professor of Cardiology IRCCS Policlinico San Donato Hospital (2015-present): Director of Arrhythmology Department Previous Roles University of Naples Federico II (1990-2000) University of Michigan Ann Harbor (1990-2000) IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital (2000-2010) Villa Maria Cecilia Hospital (2010-2015) Research Focus: Specializing in cardiovascular diseases, his work spans atrial fibrillation ablation techniques, Brugada syndrome pathogenesis, heart failure device therapy, and ion channel disorders. His H-index of 53 and 18,407 citations reflect his substantial academic impact. Notable Scientific Contributions Author of 44 patents Principal Investigator in 14 clinical trials (clinicaltrials.gov) Developed circumferential pulmonary vein ablation technique Innovator in biventricular pacing systems for heart failure Pioneered research on non-excitatory current for cardiac contractility Scientific Recognition Awarded as Elite Reviewer of JACC (2005) Editorial Board Member of 6 leading journals Reviewer for NEJM, JAMA, Lancet, and Nature Medicine Education Medical Doctorate: University of Naples Federico II

David J Mehlmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Echocardiography
• General Cardiology
• Prosthetic Heart Valve Disease
• +۲ مورد دیگر

David J Mehlman, MD serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine (Cardiology) at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, with clinical practice at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. His expertise spans echocardiography, general cardiology, and prosthetic heart valve disease management. His academic training includes: MD from Johns Hopkins University (1973) Internal Medicine Intern at Johns Hopkins Hospital (1974) Medicine Resident at Johns Hopkins Hospital (1976) Cardiology Fellowship at University of Chicago Hospitals (1978) Dr. Mehlman's research focuses on structural heart disease mechanisms and diagnostic applications, particularly in valve prostheses evaluation and exercise-induced cardiac adaptations. His work bridges clinical cardiology with cardiovascular imaging techniques to address complications in valvular interventions and transplant-related cardiomyopathies. His publication history reveals consistent contributions to cardiovascular pathology, with emphasis on aortic homograft performance, amyloidosis-related cardiac deterioration, and athlete physiology. Key methodologies involve advanced echocardiography and radiofrequency ultrasound for prosthetic valve assessment. He maintains prestigious recognition as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor across multiple years: Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2019) Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2018) Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2017) Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2016) Castle Connolly Medical Top Doctor (2006) Castle Connolly Medical Top Doctor (2005) Castle Connolly Medical Top Doctor (2005) Castle Connolly Medical Top Doctor (2004) Board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Mehlman integrates clinical practice with ongoing research in structural heart disease while adhering to Northwestern's professional disclosure standards.

Abbas Samaniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Imaging
• Computational Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Abbas Samani is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and holds a joint appointment in the Department of Medical Biophysics at Western University . He is a core faculty member of the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program and an Associate Scientist at Imaging Research Laboratories of Robarts Research Institute . His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of Waterloo, an M.Sc. from the University of Tehran, and a B.Sc. from Amirkabir University of Technology. His research focuses on biological tissue computational modeling and its applications in medical imaging, intervention, and image analysis . He develops computer/image-assisted tools for minimally invasive disease diagnosis and therapy , targeting heart disease, cancer, and lung disease . Key projects include myocardium biomechanical modeling , handheld medical devices for breast cancer screening , and lung disease diagnostics via CT image segmentation . His recent publications emphasize ultrasound elastography , finite element modeling , and inverse problems in biomechanics , primarily in journals like IEEE Transactions on Computational Imaging and Translational Oncology . His work spans both computational modeling and medical device development . Selected Graduate Supervision : Ph.D. Candidates : Seyed Hassan Haddad, Elham Karami, Seyed Mohammad Hesabgar Graduated Ph.D. Students : Ali Sadeghi Naini, Seyed Reza Mousavi M.Sc. Students : Cristian Linte, Patrick Courtis, Joseph O'Hagan, Hatef Mehrabian, Hirad Karimi, Hosein Amooshahi, Seyed Mohammad Hesabgar, Nastaran Ghadarghadr, Shadi Shavakh, Ehsan Salamati, Ehsan Omidi Teaching Contributions : Graduate: BME9519B/CAMI9519B/ECE9202B/ECE9022B - Advanced Image Processing and Analysis , MBP9530A - Human Biomechanics and Biomedical Applications Undergraduate: ECE4438B - Advanced Image Processing and Analysis , ES1050 - Introductory Engineering Design and Innovation Studio , MBP3330F - Human Biomechanics and Biomedical Applications Research Affiliations : Robarts Research Institute - Associate Scientist at Imaging Research Laboratories Western University - Core Faculty, Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program

Darryl Dickersonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Mechanical Characterization of Biological Interfaces
• Bioinspired Materials Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Darryl Dickerson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Florida International University (FIU), part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on mechanical characterization of biological interfaces, design of bioinspired materials, and advancing inclusive engineering education practices. He holds a Ph.D. (details not explicitly provided in text). Research Interests: Dr. Dickerson’s work bridges biomechanics and biomaterials engineering with social equity in education. Key areas include: Mechanical properties of biological interfaces (e.g., bone-cartilage junctions) Development of biomaterials for tissue repair using 3D printing and electrospinning Anti-marginalization strategies in engineering education, particularly for Black and Brown students Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes dual themes: (1) Biomedical innovation through advanced material fabrication and (2) Inclusive pedagogy addressing systemic inequities in STEM education. Notable contributions include scaffold designs for osteochondral repair and frameworks for reducing microaggressions in team-based learning. Grants and Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed in the provided text. His work appears to be grant-funded through NIH/National Science Foundation pathways common in biomaterials and education research. Labs and Teams: While not explicitly stated, his research likely involves collaborations with FIU’s Center for Engineering and Computing’s diversity initiatives and biomaterials labs focusing on tissue engineering applications.

James W. Navaltaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Exercise Physiology
• Outdoor Exercise Physiology
• Wearable Technology Validation
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Dr. James W. Navalta is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition Sciences at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. His research focuses on physiological responses to outdoor exercise (hiking, trail running) and the validity/reliability of wearable technology. He earned his B.S. in Physical Education and Biology from Brigham Young University–Hawaii, M.S. in Kinesiology from UNLV, and Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology from Purdue University. Education: B.S. - Physical Education & Biology, Brigham Young University–Hawaii M.S. - Kinesiology, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Ph.D. - Exercise Physiology, Purdue University His research portfolio includes: Wearable technology validation for physiological measurements Comparative studies of indoor vs outdoor exercise environments Impact of gender-inclusive approaches on sports science Metabolic and cardiovascular responses to unconventional workouts Psychological benefits of nature immersion Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Wearable device accuracy testing VO2max and lactate threshold validation Environmental influence on exercise physiology Methodological improvements in data collection Gender-inclusive research design Outdoor activity impact assessment As co-founder and executive editor of the International Journal of Exercise Science, he contributes significantly to academic discourse. He also serves on editorial boards for journals related to digital health and exercise technology.

• Epidemiology of Birth Defects
• Gene-Environment Interactions in Perinatal Health
• Nutrition and Reproductive Outcomes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gary M. Shaw is the Rosemarie Hess Professor and Professor (Research) at Stanford University , with courtesy appointments in the Department of Epidemiology and Population Health and Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology - Maternal Fetal Medicine . He serves as Co-PI of the March of Dimes Prematurity Research Center at Stanford and PI of the California Center for Finding Causes and Preventives of Birth Defects . His research focuses on the Epidemiology of birth defects Gene-environment interactions in perinatal outcomes Nutritional factors in reproductive health . He has developed machine learning approaches for precision parenteral nutrition and predictive models for preterm birth, while investigating persistent metabolomic signatures following hypertensive pregnancy disorders. Shaw's recent work explores Climate change impacts on reproductive health Maternal-fetal immune interactions Epigenetic mechanisms in perinatal disease with applications of multiomics to neonatal intensive care units. As a member of Bio-X and the Maternal & Child Health Research Institute , he contributes to translational research networks while serving as Associate Editor for Birth Defects Research and American Journal of Medical Genetics . He supervises Med Scholar Project student Richard Liang Doctoral co-advisor for Saskia Comess and Richard Liang Master's advisor for Lenae Joe while leading the Division of Neonatology as Associate Chair for Clinical Research (2012-2025). His laboratory work integrates Metabolomic profiling Proteomic analysis Computational modeling Machine learning for biomedical data to advance neonatal care through precision medicine approaches.

• Cardiac Surgery
• Heart Valve Disease
• Transcatheter Valve Interventions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Francesco Maisano, MD , is Full Professor of Cardiac Surgery at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University (Milan) since 2021, where he also serves as Director of the Cardiac Surgery Clinic and of the Valve Center at IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital. From 2014 to 2020 he held the Chair of Cardiac Surgery and directed the Department at University Hospital Zurich. Education & Training 1990 – MD, Catholic University of Rome 1994 – Clinical Fellowship, University of Alabama at Birmingham 1995 – Specialization in Cardiac Surgery, La Sapienza University of Rome Research Interests Professor Maisano’s work centres on innovative therapies for heart-valve disease, spanning surgical reconstruction, catheter-based interventions (TAVI, MitraClip, transcatheter tricuspid devices), and hybrid approaches. He leads translational programmes in biomedical engineering, multimodality cardiac imaging, and artificial-intelligence-guided interventions, with emphasis on the multidisciplinary “Heart Team” model for complex cardiovascular disease. His recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate intense activity in transcatheter mitral and tricuspid repair, long-term durability of surgical mitral repair, AI-driven procedural guidance, and renal protection strategies during mechanical circulatory support. A dominant theme is translating imaging innovations and device concepts into first-in-human studies and large-scale registries. Scientific Awards & Recognitions European Society of Cardiology Silver Medal (2018) ICI Lifetime Achievement in Research & Teaching (2018) ICI Best Technology Parade Presentation (2010) C. Walton Lillehei Young Investigator Award (1999) Leadership & Grants He directs multiple postgraduate programmes, including Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) tracks at the University of Zurich in multimodality imaging, aortic valve, and mitral–tricuspid interventions. He is principal investigator on investigator-initiated grants, coordinates industry-partnered device trials, and mentors numerous doctoral and post-doctoral researchers. His team has filed >24 patents and spun off several cardiovascular start-ups. Labs & Teams At IRCCS San Raffaele he leads the Valve Science Center , a multidisciplinary hub integrating cardiac surgeons, interventional cardiologists, imaging specialists, biomedical engineers, and data scientists focused on next-generation valve repair/replacement technologies and personalised cardiovascular medicine.

Amy Vaughan Van Heckeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Psychology
• Neuroscience
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amy Vaughan Van Hecke serves as Assistant Chair and Professor in Marquette University's Department of Psychology, leading research on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and social development across the lifespan using neuroimaging and psychophysiological methods. She directs community initiatives to improve autism services access for underserved Milwaukee populations through the Next Step Clinic. Her academic foundation includes: B.A. in Psychology from Smith College Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of Miami Dr. Van Hecke's research centers on brain activity, heart rate regulation, and social behavior in individuals with and without ASD, utilizing high-density EEG and MRI to examine neural responses to interventions like PEERS ® . Current projects investigate pandemic impacts on social interaction in autistic adults and neural mechanisms of social isolation remediation. Her work bridges laboratory neuroscience with community-based clinical applications. Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on intervention efficacy (particularly PEERS ® ), neural plasticity measurement, and comorbid conditions across developmental stages. Recent work emphasizes gender-specific outcomes, family impacts, and pandemic-related mental health, demonstrating methodological diversity from EEG asymmetry to community-based participatory research. Her distinguished scientific recognition includes: Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) from the National Institute of Mental Health Dr. Van Hecke mentors students through her Marquette Autism Project lab and the Next Step Clinic training program while securing major grants from Marquette University, Johnson Controls Foundation, and the Greater Milwaukee Funders’ Collaborative. She teaches undergraduate/graduate courses in developmental psychology and statistics. Advising: Clinical psychology graduate mentorship (excluding 2025 intake); undergraduate research supervision Grants: $500k+ secured for Next Step Clinic serving underserved Milwaukee children She co-directs the Marquette Interdisciplinary Autism Initiative and the Next Step Clinic, which employs a Family Navigation model in Milwaukee's Metcalfe Park neighborhood to provide autism screening, diagnosis, and therapy for children aged 15 months-10 years facing systemic barriers to care.

Kyle W. Klarichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Heart Disease
• Cardiac Tumors
• Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Kyle W. Klarich is Professor of Medicine and consultant in both the Division of Structural Heart Disease and Division of Echocardiography at Mayo Clinic. His clinical practice and research focus on structural heart disease, cardiac tumors, hypertrophic cardiomyopathies, and valvular heart disease. Dr. Klarich investigates complications prevention and quality-of-life improvement for patients with rare cardiac conditions. As Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship program director since 2010, he is extensively involved in medical education and has received multiple teaching awards including the ACGME's Parker J. Palmer Courage to Teach Award finalist recognition.

• Virology
• Molecular Pathology
• Host-Pathogen Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard Y. Zhao is a tenured Professor in the Department of Pathology and Microbiology-Immunology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. His research combines molecular biology, fission yeast genetics, mammalian biology, and virology to study virus-host interactions, particularly for HIV and Zika virus. He previously held academic positions at Northwestern University and Columbia University and has contributed to over 120 peer-reviewed articles. B.S., China Oceanography University (1981) M.S., Oregon State University (1995) Ph.D., Oregon State University (1991) Postdoctoral Training, Columbia University (1991-1992) Dr. Zhao's research focuses on: Virus-host interactions and pathogenicity High-throughput drug screening for antivirals Role of viral proteins in neuroinflammation and cancer Translational genomics in precision medicine His recent publications highlight SARS-CoV-2 ORF3a, Zika envelope proteins, and HIV protease inhibitors, emphasizing host-pathogen mechanisms across species. He has served on NIH panels and editorial boards for journals like Cell Research and Retrovirology . Scientific awards include: Fellow, American Academy of Microbiology (2019) Bernard L Mirkin Endowed Chair (2001-2004) Honorary Director, Shandong Gallo Institute (2009) Distinguished Service from SCBA (2015) Outstanding Service from CBA-USA (2016) Dr. Zhao also contributes to clinical diagnostics and personalized medicine through molecular testing and pharmacogenetics programs.

Tatiana Seguraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tatiana Segura is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Neurology, and Dermatology at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering, where she also serves as Co-director of the Center for Biotechnology and Tissue Engineering and MPI of the T32 Biotechnology Training grant. Her research focuses on designing biomaterials to promote endogenous repair through geometry design and delivery of genes, proteins, and drugs. She has made significant contributions to the development of microporous annealed particle (MAP) hydrogels and other biomaterial systems for tissue regeneration. B.S. in Bioengineering from University of California, Berkeley (1999) Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University (2004) Professor Segura's research centers on biomaterials engineering for tissue repair and regeneration. Her lab designs innovative biomaterial interventions that promote brain plasticity after stroke, enable scarless healing in skin wounds, induce tolerance of transplanted skin, and promote constructive immune responses after biomaterial implantation. She pioneered the development of microporous annealed particle (MAP) hydrogels that have become widely adopted in regenerative medicine research. Her work uniquely bridges immunology, materials science, and clinical applications to create therapeutic biomaterials that harness the body's own healing capabilities. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on spatial control of biomaterial properties, with emphasis on void space analysis, immune cell recruitment, and vascularization. The research shows a progression from fundamental biomaterial characterization to increasingly sophisticated therapeutic applications, particularly in stroke recovery and wound healing. Her work integrates proteomics, lipidomics, and advanced imaging to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying biomaterial-mediated tissue regeneration. Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors (2023) Acta Biomaterialia Silver Medal (2021) Clemson Award for Contributions to Literature (2024) 15 d/e Plenary Award from AICHE Food, Pharmaceutical, and Bioengineering Division (2018) Fellow of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineers (2016) Professor Segura actively mentors the next generation of scientists, currently supervising 12 graduate students, 4 postdoctoral scholars, 2 master's students, 16 undergraduates, and other trainees. Her laboratory has been continuously funded since 2008 with multiple NIH grants, including her current role as MPI of the T32 Biotechnology Training grant. She has received substantial support from the NSF (including a CAREER award), American Heart Association, and American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy. Her Segura Lab operates as a multidisciplinary team comprising engineers, biologists, and clinicians working together to translate biomaterial discoveries into clinical applications. The lab's 'MAP' technology platform has enabled numerous collaborations across Duke and other institutions, focusing on brain repair after stroke, scarless skin healing, and immune-modulating biomaterials. The lab maintains strong industry partnerships to accelerate the translation of their biomaterial technologies into clinical use.

Robert T. Tranquilloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Tissue Engineering
• Cardiovascular Tissue Engineering
• Vascular Grafts
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Robert T. Tranquillo serves as a Distinguished McKnight University Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota's College of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on developing biologically-engineered vascular grafts, heart valves, and vein valves using tissue engineering approaches. Notably, his lab has demonstrated that their engineered material, produced by skin cells (fibroblasts), has the capacity to grow, which may transform the treatment of pediatric congenital heart defects. Tranquillo's research interests center on cardiovascular tissue engineering, particularly the development of "off-the-shelf" vascular grafts and heart valves. His lab fabricates tissue-equivalents by entrapping fibroblasts in fibrin gel and constraining cell-mediated gel compaction to create aligned fibrin structures. Using bioreactors, they stimulate cells to replace aligned fibrin with collagenous matrix, creating tubes suitable for surgical implantation. Upon decellularization, these become non-immunogenic replacements that support host recellularization and growth. His current work focuses on transcatheter heart valves and vein valves, combining engineered matrix tubes with stent technology, and conferring hemocompatibility using stem cell and small molecule strategies. A key aspect of his research investigates contact guidance—the ability of cells to sense and align with fibers—which is crucial for creating tissues with prescribed alignment. His publication record shows consistent output in top journals including Nature Communications, Science Translational Medicine, and PNAS, with recent work focusing on contact guidance mechanisms, pediatric valve conduits, and transcatheter valve development. His research demonstrates a clear trajectory from fundamental biomechanics to translational applications in cardiovascular medicine. Distinguished McKnight University Professor (prestigious University of Minnesota honor) Tranquillo has mentored over 40 PhD students and postdocs who have gone on to prominent positions in academia (professors at UCLA, Rutgers, Penn State), industry (Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific), and government (NSF, NRO). His lab has received substantial research funding supporting their work on tissue-engineered cardiovascular replacements. The Tranquillo Research Group maintains an active website detailing their current projects and methodologies. The Tranquillo Research Group operates within the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Minnesota, with laboratory facilities focused on tissue engineering, biomechanics, and cardiovascular device development. Their work bridges fundamental cell-matrix interactions with translational applications for cardiovascular disease treatment.

James Smithمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Stem Cell Biology
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Gene Editing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

James Smith is an Associate Professor and scientific group leader at Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, UK, where he leads research in pluripotent stem cells and cardiovascular disease. He is a member of the Metabolic Health and Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health research groups. Education: PhD in Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Extracellular Matrix, University of Birmingham Post-doctoral training in automated manufacture of human pluripotent stem cells, University of Nottingham His research focuses on using CRISPR gene editing and human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) to model and investigate cardiovascular diseases. Key areas include the role of snoRNAs in heart development and disease, cardiomyocyte maturation, and inflammatory responses following cardiac interventions. He established his independent research group at UEA in 2019. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in molecular and cellular cardiology, particularly in non-coding RNA biology, extracellular matrix interactions, and stem cell-based disease modeling. His work bridges basic science with clinical implications, especially in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and post-intervention inflammation. Scientific Funding & Projects: Identifying novel SNORD116 targets and signalling pathways – Foundation for Prader-Willi Research (2025–2026) Do snoRNAs govern genotype-phenotype interactions in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy? – British Heart Foundation (2023–2027) Dupuytren’s Disease: Genetic variants and cellular phenotype – Action Arthritis (2026–2029) Investigating cardiomyocyte communication in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy – Academy of Medical Sciences (2020–2022) He advises graduate students and early-career researchers in his lab, though specific names are not listed. He has secured competitive grants from major funding bodies and maintains an active laboratory focused on translational cardiovascular research. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being. He is based at the Bob Champion Research & Education Building and maintains a lab website at https://www.smithlabuea.com/ .

Montorfano Matteoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Interventional Cardiology
• Structural Heart Disease
• Cardiovascular Diseases
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Montorfano Matteo is an Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Diseases at the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University in Milan since March 2023. He serves as Director of the Second-Level Master's Degree in Interventional Cardiology and has been Head of the Interventional Cardiology Unit and Hemodynamics at San Raffaele Hospital since 2018. His academic career spans roles as Director of the Percutaneous Cardiac Treatment Unit and Head of the Interventional Cardiology Laboratory. He holds an H-index of 59 with over 450 publications and 15,000 citations, focusing on structural heart disease and percutaneous valve interventions . Education: Specialization in Cardiology, La Sapienza University of Rome (2000) Degree in Medicine and Surgery, University of Milan (1991) Research Interests: Pioneering transcatheter structural heart interventions including TAVI , MitraClip , and left atrial appendage closure . Developed the LIRA sizing method for bicuspid aortic valve interventions and founded start-ups like Cephea Valve Technologies and Viv-Heart . Major contributions to valvular heart device innovation , with numerous international patents. Publications: Over 450 works in Circulation , JAMA , and JACC Cardiovascular Intervention , emphasizing transcatheter valve therapies , complex coronary interventions , and device development . Industry Collaborations: Faculty member at major conferences: TCT , PCR , GISE Consultant/Advisory Board member for Edwards Lifesciences , Medtronic , and Boston Scientific