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Edythe Londonمشاهده پروفایل

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University of California, Los AngelesUnited States

Edythe London, Ph.D., is a Distinguished Professor-in-Residence at UCLA with joint appointments in the Departments of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences and Molecular & Medical Pharmacology. She holds membership in the Brain Research Institute, CTSI Molecular Pharmacology, and Neuroscience GPB Home Area. Her research utilizes neuroimaging to investigate neural circuitry underlying addiction and self-control behaviors. She earned her Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Maryland and completed postdoctoral training at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. Prior to joining UCLA in 2001, she directed the NIDA Brain Imaging Center and held faculty positions at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins. Dr. London's research focuses on neuroimaging of addiction mechanisms, with emphasis on: Neural substrates of methamphetamine and nicotine dependence mGlu5 receptor function in substance use disorders Sex differences in neuropharmacology Structural and functional brain alterations in addiction Neuromodulation therapies for craving reduction Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on addiction neurobiology, particularly through multi-modal neuroimaging (fMRI, PET, MRS) and large-scale consortia work with ENIGMA-Addiction. Significant honors include: Nathan B. Eddy Lifetime Achievement Award (2023) McLean Hospital Women in Science Lectureship (2020) H.W. Magoun Lectureship (2019) AAAS Scientific Freedom & Responsibility Award (2011) She leads translational research through NIH-funded projects on neuropharmacological interventions and maintains extensive collaborations through the ENIGMA-Addiction Working Group.

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Quanxi Jiaمشاهده پروفایل

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State University of New York at BuffaloUnited States

Quanxi Jia is a SUNY Distinguished Professor, Empire Innovation Professor, and National Grid Professor of Materials Research at the University at Buffalo. He holds appointments in the Department of Materials Design and Innovation within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and serves as Scientific Director of the New York State Center of Excellence in Materials Informatics (CMI). Education: PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University at Buffalo, 1991 MS in Electronic Engineering, Jiaotong University, Xian, China, 1985 BS in Electronic Engineering, Jiaotong University, Xian, China, 1982 Research Focus: Jia's work centers on advanced electronic and energy materials, particularly epitaxial thin films and heterostructures. His research investigates processing-structure-property relationships, monolithic integration of functional materials, and superconductors for quantum/energy applications. Key methodologies include pulsed laser deposition and polymer-assisted techniques, with emphasis on oxide heterostructures , memristive devices , and multiferroic systems for next-generation electronics. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal dominant focus on neuromorphic computing via resistive switching devices (58% of sampled works), superconducting thin films for quantum applications (20%), and strain-engineered oxide heterostructures (22%). His group pioneers HfO 2 -based artificial neurons, NbN superconducting films on CMOS platforms, and multiferroic membranes, demonstrating strong industry-academia translation potential. Scientific Recognition: Fellow of Los Alamos National Laboratory Fellow of Materials Research Society (MRS) Fellow of American Physical Society (APS) Fellow of American Ceramic Society (ACerS) Fellow of AAAS Fellow of IEEE Fellow of National Academy of Inventors (NAI) Leadership & Infrastructure: As CMI Scientific Director, Jia oversees New York's flagship materials informatics initiative integrating AI with experimental materials science. His prior directorship of DOE's Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (Los Alamos/Sandia) established expertise in national lab collaboration. The group maintains 50+ U.S. patents and 500+ publications, with current work targeting quantum device integration and sustainable neuromorphic hardware. Research Ecosystem: The CMI hub connects Jia's team with industry partners (including National Grid) and national labs, facilitating rapid prototyping of energy materials. Current thrusts include machine learning-guided ferroelectric design, CMOS-compatible superconductors, and recyclable perovskite sensors, positioning the group at the semiconductor-energy nexus.

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Xinbo Yangمشاهده پروفایل

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Cornell UniversityUnited States

Xinbo Yang is an Assistant Professor in the Molecular Pharmacology Program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) and Weill Cornell Medicine's Graduate School of Medical Sciences. His research focuses on understanding T cell receptor (TCR) specificity in cancer and autoimmune disease, using interdisciplinary approaches including antigen-discovery platforms, protein engineering techniques, and structural biology tools. Dr. Yang received his PhD from the University of Maryland College Park. His educational background has prepared him for cutting-edge research at the intersection of immunology, structural biology, and cancer therapeutics. Dr. Yang's research program centers on how T cells distinguish between self and foreign antigens. The lab investigates the molecular basis of T cell receptor recognition in both cancer and autoimmune contexts. By studying how T cells scan host tissues to eliminate infected or malignant cells, the Yang lab aims to understand the mechanisms behind immune evasion in cancer and inappropriate immune responses in autoimmunity. The lab develops antigen-discovery platforms to identify targets for 'orphan' TCRs, which allows for specific perturbation of targets to study T cell responses. This work has significant implications for understanding disease pathogenesis and developing pMHC-based therapeutics. Analysis of Dr. Yang's recent publications reveals a strong focus on T cell receptor biology, structural immunology, and cancer immunotherapy. His work spans multiple disease contexts including cancer, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. A recurring theme is the application of structural biology and protein engineering to understand and manipulate T cell recognition. His research bridges basic science with translational applications, particularly in developing novel immunotherapies. PhD, University of Maryland College Park Dr. Yang leads the Xinbo Yang Lab, which is part of the Molecular Pharmacology Program at MSKCC. The lab includes research staff such as Emily Howie, a Research Technician. The lab collaborates extensively with other researchers at MSKCC and beyond, as evidenced by the co-authorship patterns in publications. Dr. Yang has disclosed financial interests with 3T Biosciences where he holds equity, suggesting potential commercial applications of his research.

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David Balotaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

University of Missouri , ColumbiaUnited States

Cognitive Psychology
Attention
Memory
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David Balota serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. With a career spanning multiple decades, his research has significantly contributed to our understanding of cognitive processes in aging and Alzheimer's disease. His work bridges theoretical cognitive psychology with clinical applications, particularly in developing sensitive cognitive markers for early detection of neurodegenerative conditions. Dr. Balota's primary research interests focus on the interplay between attention, memory, and language processing, with specific emphasis on how these cognitive domains change in healthy aging and in the presence of dementing illnesses like Alzheimer's disease. His research program has extensively examined automatic and controlled processes in cognitive tasks, lexical decision performance across the lifespan, and the development of sensitive cognitive markers for preclinical Alzheimer's disease. A significant portion of his recent work has focused on mind-wandering, reaction time variability, and their relationship to Alzheimer's disease biomarkers. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to the field, with recent work increasingly incorporating digital assessment methods and biomarker research. Dr. Balota has made notable contributions to understanding how subtle cognitive changes can predict progression to cognitive impairment, particularly through examining attentional control processes and their relationship to tau pathology and neurodegeneration. Dr. Balota has been instrumental in developing large-scale lexical decision and naming corpora that have become standard resources in psycholinguistics research. His work on the English Lexicon Project has provided valuable data for understanding word recognition processes across different age groups and clinical populations.

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Asolina Braunمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

Monash UniversityAustralia

Skin Immunology
Autoimmunity
Psoriasis
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Dr. Asolina Braun is a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Monash University. She actively supervises PhD students and contributes to research in Skin Immunology Psoriasis Pathogenesis Immunopeptidomics Tissue-Resident Memory T Cells . Education : Biology, Hannover Medical School Doctoral Degree in Immunology (Hannover Medical School, Germany, 2011–2014) Postdoctoral Fellowship with Francis Carbone and Thomas Gebhardt (Germany, 2014–2018) Research Focus : Her work explores HLA-Cw6-dependent antigen presentation and TRM cell survival factors in psoriasis, aiming to develop tolerization strategies for autoinflammatory skin diseases. She also pioneered tactile science communication methods for psoriasis outreach. Key Projects : Leading Psoriasis Antigen Triggers (2023–2025) Investigating Influenza Immune Cross-Protection (2024–2027) Validating HLA-Cw6 Antigen Presentation (2020–2022) Awards & Roles : DFG Fellowship Treasurer, Australian and New Zealand Society for Immunology (2018–2022) Executive Committee Member Collaborations span institutions in Australia, Germany, and Denmark, with expertise in flow cytometry , mass spectrometry , and MHC-peptide interactions .

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Kelly P. Westlakeمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Maryland, BaltimoreUnited States

Dr. Kelly P. Westlake serves as Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, with secondary appointments in Diagnostic Radiology Nuclear Medicine and Neurology. As Director of the PhD and DPT/PhD program in Physical Rehabilitation Science, she leads advanced training initiatives while maintaining thirty years of clinical and research expertise focused on neurological disorders and age-related mobility decline. Her educational foundation includes a Physical Therapy degree from McGill University, M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Rehabilitation Sciences from Queen's University, followed by postdoctoral training at Stanford University/Palo Alto VA (CIHR Clinical Research fellowship) and University of California, San Francisco (American Heart Association Fellowship). This trajectory established her dual expertise in clinical neurorehabilitation and advanced neuroscience methodology. Dr. Westlake's research program investigates sensorimotor-cognitive mechanisms underlying movement impairments in stroke, Parkinson's disease, and mild cognitive impairment through an integrative approach combining biomechanics (kinematics/kinetics), neuroimaging (fMRI/EEG/MEG), and psychophysiological assessments (HRV/GSC). Her distinctive work explores sleep-based motor learning consolidation via targeted memory reactivation and cognitive-motor interactions in reactive fall recovery, driving development of task-oriented robotic rehabilitation devices for clinical translation. Recent publications reveal strong trends toward home-based and self-managed rehabilitation solutions for stroke recovery, with growing emphasis on cognitive-motor interactions in aging populations and biomechanical analysis of perturbation responses for fall prevention. These studies consistently prioritize patient-centered, evidence-based interventions leveraging technological innovation to enhance accessibility and efficacy. Her scientific recognition includes: CIHR Clinical Research fellowship American Heart Association Fellowship Dr. Westlake currently leads $10+ million in grant funding including a 2025-2026 Maryland Industrial Partnerships Grant for FES treatment of shoulder adhesive capsulitis and multiple NIH awards (NIDILRR, NIA, NINDS) focused on stroke rehabilitation, fall prevention in older adults, and neuromotor training. She mentors PhD candidates and postdoctoral fellows through the Physical Rehabilitation Science PhD Program and UMANRRT fellowship, while developing clinical practice guidelines as Leader of the Balance and Falls in Neurological Conditions group for the APTA Academy of Neurologic Rehabilitation. The Neuromechanisms of Movement and Learning (NeuMo) Laboratory, directed by Dr. Westlake, features state-of-the-art capabilities including fMRI/EEG/MEG neuromonitoring, Vicon kinematics, Bertek force platforms, ActiveStep balance perturbation system, custom Balance boardwalk (patent pending), and Kinereach virtual reality systems. The lab maintains active collaborations with the UM Sleep Lab and UM Rehab for clinical-home integration studies, supported by academic-industry partnerships advancing rehabilitation technology development.

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Reto Huberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

University of ZurichSwitzerland

Prof. Dr. Reto Huber is a leading researcher in Developmental Pediatrics , focusing on sleep neuroscience, EEG dynamics, and cognitive development. His work bridges pediatric neurology with advanced neurostimulation techniques. Key affiliations: Zurich University Children's Hospital (inferred from context) Research areas: Sleep EEG modulation, memory consolidation, psychiatric sleep links, and neurodevelopmental disorders Research Highlights : Recent studies explore auditory stimulation to enhance slow-wave sleep in Parkinson's patients, fractal sleep cycle modeling, and the impact of 5G electromagnetic fields on EEG patterns. His projects also address sleep-cardio interactions in aging populations and trauma memory processing during NREM sleep. Article Trends : A focus on targeted auditory stimulation (7/15), sleep-related memory processing (6/15), and clinical sleep applications (5/15) emerges. Cross-disciplinary work connects neurology , psychiatry , and cardiology through sleep biomarkers.

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Tony Cunninghamمشاهده پروفایل

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Harvard UniversityUnited States

Tony Cunningham serves as Director of the Center for Sleep and Cognition at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School, holding faculty appointments in the Department of Psychiatry and Division of Sleep Medicine. His research integrates cognitive neuroscience with clinical psychology to investigate sleep's role in emotional memory processing across healthy and clinical populations. His educational background includes: BA in Psychology/Pre-Professional Studies, University of Notre Dame MA in Clinical Psychology, University of Notre Dame PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Notre Dame Clinical Psychology Internship, VA Eastern Kansas Healthcare System Postdoctoral Fellowships at Boston College, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Harvard Medical School Cunningham's research examines how sleep and sleep loss impact emotion regulation and memory consolidation, with particular focus on insomnia disorder and schizophrenia. His work bridges laboratory findings to clinical applications through studies on therapeutic interventions like transcranial direct current stimulation during sleep. Recent investigations explore real-world stressors including presidential elections and pandemics, revealing how collective traumas disrupt sleep-wake patterns and emotional processing. His publication trends show increasing emphasis on translational research, with recent work connecting sleep physiology to clinical outcomes in psychiatric disorders. Key themes include neural mechanisms of emotional memory consolidation, individual differences in sleep-related cognitive vulnerability, and population-level responses to societal stressors. Scientific recognition includes: Young Investigators Research Forum Scholarship (2020) Multiple Abstract Meritorious Awards from Sleep Research Society (2014, 2014, 2019) Dissertation Grant Award from Society for a Science of Clinical Psychology (2016) Graduate Research Challenge Award from University of Notre Dame (2014) As Principal Investigator, he directs two major funded projects: an NIMH K23 grant examining neural impacts of insomnia on emotion regulation (2022-2027), and a Sleep Research Society Foundation award investigating transcranial stimulation for schizophrenia. His active clinical trials (NCT05393830, NCT03767426) recruit participants in Boston to study sleep deprivation effects on emotional memory. He leads the Center for Sleep and Cognition research team at BIDMC/HMS, collaborating with Boston College's Psychology Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs on projects spanning basic sleep mechanisms to clinical interventions.

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Jessica D. Payneمشاهده پروفایل

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Harvard UniversityUnited States

Jessica D. Payne is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame , where she directs the Sleep, Stress, and Memory (SAM) Lab . As a Sleep and Stress Neuroscience Expert , her research explores how sleep and stress interact to influence memory consolidation , emotional processing , and leadership performance . She has received prestigious accolades including the Laird Cermak Award , the Early Career Award from the Psychonomic Society , and election as a Kavli Fellow by the National Academy of Sciences. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience, University of Arizona Postdoctoral Fellowships at Harvard Medical School and Harvard University M.A. in Experimental Psychology, Mount Holyoke College B.A. in Psychology, University of San Diego Research Focus : Payne’s work demonstrates that sleep is not passive but an active process where the brain consolidates emotional memories , enhances creativity , and regulates neurochemicals like cortisol . Her studies reveal sleep’s role in selective memory consolidation , particularly for negative emotional stimuli , with implications for understanding mental health disorders like PTSD and depression. Scientific Contributions : 2025: Eveningness and sleep quality in aging 2024: Targeted memory reactivation during NREM sleep 2023: Cognitive reappraisal’s interplay with sleep 2022: Sleep’s preferential consolidation of negative memories Organizational Impact : As an internationally recognized speaker and consultant for 20 years, Payne applies her findings to Fortune 500 companies , healthcare organizations , and athletics teams . She advocates for flexible work schedules aligned with circadian rhythms and promotes sleep-friendly leadership practices to enhance productivity and well-being. Teaching Excellence : Payne’s popular course “The Sleeping Brain” earned teaching awards from both Harvard and Notre Dame. She serves as Associate Editor for Journal of Experimental Psychology: General and Learning & Memory . Labs & Collaborations : The SAM Lab at Notre Dame conducts interdisciplinary research integrating psychophysiological measurements , fMRI studies , and behavioral experiments to uncover how sleep and stress shape cognition.

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Kizzmekia S Corbett-Helaireمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

Harvard UniversityUnited States

Kizzmekia S. Corbett-Helaire is an Assistant Professor of Immunology and Infectious Diseases at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Freeman Hrabowski Scholar. She holds a Radcliffe Institute Shutzer Assistant Professorship and Ragon Institute associate membership. Education: BSc in Biological Sciences (University of Maryland), PhD in Microbiology and Immunology (University of North Carolina) Her research focuses on viral immunology and vaccine development for pandemic preparedness, particularly targeting coronaviruses, influenza, and other respiratory viruses. She led the development of mRNA-1273 (Moderna's SpikeVax) against SARS-CoV-2, which achieved 94.1% efficacy in Phase 3 trials and received global authorization. Recent publications highlight her work on MERS-CoV spike antigens , mRNA vaccine structural serology , and nanoparticle-based vaccine platforms . These studies span viral immunology, protein engineering, and pandemic response strategies. Scientific accolades include: Golden Goose Award (2020) Theodore Roosevelt Government Leadership Award (2020) Hans Sigrist Prize (2024) Benjamin Franklin NextGen Award (2021) Clinton Global Citizen Award (2021) She mentors postdoctoral fellows and graduate students (including Connor Eastman, Megan Garcia, and Hannah Matthews) while advocating for STEM education in underserved communities. Her lab operates in FXB Building, Room 425, Boston, MA.

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Jake Kraftمشاهده پروفایل

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University of South DakotaUnited States

Jake Kraft is an Assistant Professor within the clinical program of the Department of Psychology at the University of South Dakota. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Oklahoma State University (2022) and is a Licensed Psychologist with the South Dakota Board of Examiners of Psychologists. Ph D, Clinical Psychology, Oklahoma State University, 2022 MS, Clinical Psychology, Oklahoma State University, 2019 BA, Psychology, Augsburg University, 2016 Dr. Kraft's research program focuses on documenting cognitive and physiological processes within anxiety and related disorders to better inform treatment. At the PAWS Lab (Psychophysiology of Anxiety, Worry, and Stress Lab), he employs techniques including event-related potentials, time-frequency analyses, skin conductance, electrocardiography, and heart-rate variability to capture cognitive impairments such as executive function and attention deficits. His long-term goal involves using noninvasive brain stimulation techniques like tACS to target disease-specific and transdiagnostic physiological and cognitive processes. His publication record shows a strong emphasis on anxiety disorders, particularly weather anxiety and social anxiety, with recent work examining attentional biases, emotional processing, and the influence of self-focused attention. His research integrates clinical psychology with affective neuroscience, creating a bridge between basic science and clinical applications. Dr. Kraft teaches undergraduate courses including General Psychology, Psychopathology, Research Methods, and Biological Psychology, and graduate courses such as Cognitive and Personality Assessment and Psychopathology. He also serves as a clinical supervisor for the Psychological Service Center. As director of the PAWS Lab, Dr. Kraft leads research examining the cognitive and physiological underpinnings of anxiety and stress disorders, with particular focus on how these mechanisms maintain symptoms and how they might be targeted for treatment improvement.

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Maria Hedqvistمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

Uppsala UniversitySweden

Maria Hedqvist serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Uppsala University, specializing in Clinical Psychology, and holds a postdoctoral position at the Centre for Clinical Research, County of Västmanland. Her dual appointments bridge academic research and clinical practice in child mental health, with physical offices at Von Kraemers allé 1A/C in Uppsala and Västmanland County Hospital in Västerås. Her research program integrates Clinical Psychology and Developmental Neuroscience , focusing on anxiety disorders, infant attachment security, executive function development, and early predictors of behavioral issues. She employs longitudinal designs, eye-tracking, and physiological measures (e.g., pupil dilation) to investigate cognitive-emotional processes from infancy through childhood, with emphasis on clinical translation for early intervention. Analysis of her publication history reveals consistent themes in developmental psychopathology: validation of cross-cultural assessment tools (e.g., Adult Anxiety Scale), mechanistic studies of innate fear responses (spider/snake reactivity), and longitudinal tracking of executive function emergence. Her work demonstrates methodological rigor in infant cognition research while addressing practical applications in well-baby clinics and community mental health settings.

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Rui Guoمشاهده پروفایل

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Tufts UniversityUnited States

Rui Guo is an Assistant Professor at Tufts University School of Medicine, affiliated with the Department of Molecular Biology and Microbiology. Their research focuses on Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) pathogenesis, particularly its role in cancers like Burkitt lymphoma and mechanisms for developing targeted therapies. Doctor of Philosophy (2018), Kansas State University Master of Science (2013) and Bachelor of Science (2010), Yangzhou University Research interests include EBV-driven metabolic vulnerabilities in B-cells, with a focus on methyl group metabolism, mitochondrial remodeling, and lipid dynamics. Their work aims to improve cancer treatments by targeting viral dependencies. Recent publications highlight discoveries in EBV's manipulation of cardiolipin synthesis , methionine metabolism , and lysosomal iron reduction in Burkitt lymphoma. Techniques include transcriptomics , metabolomics , and CRISPR/Cas9 screening . Scientific recognition includes: National Institutes of Health Grant (2022-2026) for Epstein-Barr Virus epigenetic research

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Emma Grantمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

Monash UniversityAustralia

Immunology
Virology
Influenza Research
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Dr. Emma Grant is an Adjunct Research Associate in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at Monash University. Her research focuses on T cell immunity, particularly in the context of influenza viruses, HLA molecule interactions, and viral pathogenesis. She has led major research projects funded by the NHMRC (2016–2020) and ARC (2021), investigating topics such as HLA-E restricted T cells and unconventional HLA molecules. Her work bridges immunology, virology, and molecular biology, with a strong emphasis on understanding CD8+ T cell responses to viral infections. Key areas include HLA-allomorph specific T cell behavior, cross-reactive immune responses, and the impact of genetic variability on immune outcomes. Recent studies have explored influenza virus-specific T cell dynamics in diverse populations, including Indigenous communities and individuals with diabetes. Dr. Grant’s publications highlight her expertise in T cell receptor biology, antigen presentation mechanisms, and the interplay between metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes) and immune function. She collaborates widely on global health initiatives, contributing to Sustainable Development Goals related to poverty reduction and health equity through her virology research. Notable contributions include identifying immunodominant influenza epitopes, characterizing HLA-associated immune risks, and advancing understanding of T cell cross-reactivity across viral strains. Her work has been featured in journals like Nature Communications and Journal of Experimental Medicine .

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Mark Beemanمشاهده پروفایل

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Northwestern UniversityUnited States

Mark Beeman is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University and director of The Creative Brain Lab. His research focuses on studying the component processes and behaviors that relate to creative problem solving, with particular emphasis on 'high-level cognition' and how the brain thinks when solving complex problems. Beeman seeks to link the brain's wetware to the mind's software, using evidence from both domains to constrain theories and provide novel insights. Beeman's primary research area is creative cognition, particularly insight problem solving exemplified by 'Aha' or 'Eureka' experiences. His work combines behavioral and neuroimaging approaches to investigate the neural correlates of insight. Key findings include the identification of right hemisphere involvement, particularly the anterior Superior Temporal Gyrus, in insight problem solving. He discovered that insight solutions are associated with sudden bursts of gamma activity in this region, along with alpha wave activity that may represent 'gating' of visual input to facilitate solution processing. His research spans multiple dimensions of creativity including intuition, problem solving under performance pressure, the relationship between sleep and incubation effects, and how attentional patterns relate to creative cognition. Beeman's work has been published in top journals including NeuroImage, Psychological Science, and Annual Review of Psychology, with his 2014 review paper with John Kounios becoming a seminal work in the field. Among his notable achievements is the Memory & Cognition Best Paper award in 2016. His lab continues to explore the neural dynamics of creative thought through various ongoing projects examining how different cognitive processes contribute to creative problem solving. Beeman has established The Creative Brain Lab as an interdisciplinary research hub that brings together cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral science to uncover the mechanisms underlying creative thought, with implications for education, innovation, and understanding human cognition more broadly.

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