جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jonathan M. Winterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Climate Prediction
• Climate Impacts on Human Health
• Water Resources
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Jonathan M. Winter is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Dartmouth College . His research explores climate prediction and the impacts of climate variability and change on human health , water resources , and agriculture . He focuses on drivers of tickborne disease expansion, future water availability for irrigation, high-resolution climate projections, uncertainty in regional climate models, and the predictability of climate extremes in the Northeastern United States. Education : PhD and MS from Massachusetts Institute of Technology , BS from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry . Research Interests : Climate impacts on agriculture and human health, bias correction of climate data, crop modeling, extreme precipitation analysis, and Lyme disease expansion. Teaching : Courses on Global Climate Change , Water Resources , and Climate Change Effects on Agriculture . Labs & Teams : Leads the Dartmouth Applied Hydroclimatology Group (AHCG) , mentoring graduate and undergraduate researchers. Publications : Recent work includes high-resolution climate projections , water scarcity implications , and climate-agriculture interactions , with a focus on the Northeastern U.S. and global croplands. Contact : Jonathan.M.Winter@dartmouth.edu | Phone : 603-646-6456

Zeynep Atamerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Dairy Science & Technology
• Dairy Microbiology
• Dairy Bacteriophages
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Zeynep Atamer is an Assistant Professor at Oregon State University's Food Science and Technology Department, affiliated with the Food Innovation Center in Portland, OR. Her research focuses on dairy science and technology, particularly bacteriophage dynamics, spore inactivation, milk protein behavior, membrane processing, and food safety optimization. Primary affiliation: Oregon State University, Food Innovation Center Department: Food Science and Technology Research interests include: Dairy bacteriophages and their thermal/non-thermal inactivation Spore-forming bacteria in dairy processing Milk protein fractionation and functional properties Membrane separation technologies for dairy applications Cheese and fermentation process optimization Development of phage-free dairy products and sensitive detection systems Recent publications highlight advancements in UV-C/phage reduction strategies, casein-based material development, bitter peptide characterization in cheese, and encapsulation technologies for microbial control. Key subfields include dairy processing stressors, whey protein stability, and gut microbiota modulation via phage delivery. Her work integrates industrial-scale validation with lab-to-commercial translation, addressing critical challenges in dairy safety and functionality through interdisciplinary approaches spanning microbiology, biochemistry, and food engineering.

Nicole Baumgarthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunology
• B cell biology
• Humoral immunity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nicole Baumgarth, DVM, PhD, is a Professor at the Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology in the Bloomberg School of Public Health and the School of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University. She holds the prestigious titles of Bloomberg Distinguished Professor and Peetz Family Professor, and serves as the inaugural director of the Lyme and Tickborne Diseases Research and Education Institute. Education: DVM, School of Veterinary Medicine, Hannover (1987) PhD, School of Veterinary Medicine, Hannover (1989) Her research focuses on B cell biology, humoral immunity, and immune responses to infections such as Lyme disease (caused by Borrelia burgdorferi) and influenza virus. She investigates B cell subsets, B-1 cells, antibody production, host-pathogen interactions, and the mechanisms of immune protection and suppression. Her work bridges immunology, microbiology, and public health, with a strong emphasis on translational applications. Her recent publications highlight trends in B cell activation during viral infections, the role of B cells in neuroimmunology and inflammation, and strategies for combating tickborne diseases. She has made significant contributions to understanding extrafollicular B cell responses, natural antibody production, and the long-term impact of Borrelia infection on immunity. Scientific Awards and Honors: Elected Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Neil L. Spector Memorial Award (ILADEF) Lauren Brooks Hope Award (Global Lyme Alliance) Zoetis Excellence in Research Award UC Davis Chancellor’s Fellow Young Scientist Award, Options for the control of Influenza III Carl Norden Prize Post-doctoral fellow, Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft Chair and Standing Member, NIH Study Sections (CMIB, STOD, IHD) Nicole Baumgarth has advised and collaborated with numerous students and researchers, contributing to a robust body of work in immunology. She has received significant recognition for her leadership in NIH review panels and her impactful research. While specific grant details are not listed, her sustained publication record and leadership roles suggest strong funding support. She is actively involved in advancing research on Lyme disease and influenza, with recent work exploring immune modulation, microfluidic B cell isolation, and environmental impacts on infection outcomes. Lab and Research Team: Her laboratory investigates B cell responses in infection and immunity, utilizing mouse models and advanced immunological techniques. She leads a multidisciplinary team focused on eliminating threats from tickborne diseases and understanding fundamental mechanisms of B cell biology.

Linda Bjedovمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Forest Protection
• Forest Rodents
• Population Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Linda Bjedov is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, University of Zagreb. She holds a PhD and has conducted postdoctoral research since 2015. Her professional career spans over 15 years in academic and applied research roles, including work on the Biodiversity Project Ötscher at BOKU (Vienna). She currently teaches courses on zoonoses and animal behavior in natural and urban habitats. Her research focuses on forest protection with emphasis on rodent population dynamics, zoonotic diseases (e.g., hantavirus, tick-borne encephalitis), and wildlife management. Key areas include monitoring of invasive species like beavers and small rodents, as well as studying their ecological and public health impacts. Recent work emphasizes Tick-Borne Encephalitis epidemiology, rodent-borne zoonoses, and conservation strategies for endangered small mammals like the Balkan Snow Vole. She has pioneered methodologies for monitoring forest dormice and evaluating rodent damage prevention measures in Croatian forests. Her publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining ecology, virology, and wildlife management. Notable projects include long-term rodent population monitoring in state forests and studies on public perception of beaver reintroduction programs.

• AIDS
• HIV
• Substance Abuse
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Timothy P Flanigan is a Professor of Health Services, Policy and Practice and Professor of Medicine at Brown University's Alpert Medical School. He leads the HIV Care Program at The Miriam and Rhode Island Hospitals, focusing on marginalized populations including incarcerated individuals, women, and people who inject drugs. His work emphasizes linkage to care post-incarceration and HIV treatment in correctional settings. Dr. Flanigan pioneered models linking prison-based HIV care to community resources, achieving over 70% retention rates in Rhode Island. Research interests span HIV medicine, substance abuse treatment, and Lyme disease. He has secured NIH training grants for global HIV research and domestic substance use disorder programs. Notable awards include the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Community Health Leadership Award and an honorary doctorate from Salve Regina University for supporting children of incarcerated parents. Dr. Flanigan's recent work includes Ebola response efforts in Liberia (2014) and Lyme disease studies in Rhode Island. He has authored over 350 publications, with recent focus on HIV-viral hepatitis coinfection, prison health policy, and SARS-CoV-2 treatment. He chairs NIH-funded training programs and advises on global health initiatives in Ukraine and Ghana.

Adam Nockمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbial Pathogenesis
• Intracellular Bacterial Pathogens
• Rickettsial Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam Nock, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbial Pathogenesis & Immunology at Texas A&M University's School of Medicine. His research focuses on the intracellular bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii, the causative agent of Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Dr. Nock studies how this pathogen navigates transitions between tick vectors and vertebrate hosts, particularly through sensing environmental changes and regulating virulence factors like actin-based motility. Education BA in Biology, Rutgers University (2005) PhD in Microbiology & Immunology, University of Vermont (2011–2018) Postdoctoral Training at Rocky Mountain Laboratories (NIAID, NIH) under Dr. Ted Hackstadt (2018–2024) Research Interests Development of genetic tools for Rickettsia species Mechanisms of actin-based motility regulation via proteins like RoaM Host cell metabolism hijacking by obligate intracellular pathogens Genomic stability and phenotypic variation in Rickettsia strains Publications Focus on molecular mechanisms of Rickettsia pathogenesis, CRISPRi systems in bacteria, and bacterial genome sequencing. Recent work highlights inducible gene expression tools and characterization of Rickettsia surface proteins. Labs & Affiliations Directs the Rickettsial Lab (www.rickettsialab.org), specializing in bacterial genetics and microscopy. Collaborates with NIAID on tickborne disease research.

Rebecca Lee Smithمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Epidemiology
• Disease Modeling
• Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Lee Smith is an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, holding appointments in Pathobiology, Biomedical and Translational Sciences, Kinesiology and Community Health, and affiliated with multiple research centers including the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology and the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). Her research focuses on epidemiology, mathematical modeling of disease control, and real-time data-driven responses to outbreaks. She teaches courses in epidemiology and leads seminars on global health issues. Education: PhD in Epidemiology, Cornell University (2011) MS in Biosecurity, Kansas State University (2007) DVM, Cornell University (2005) Research Interests: Combining epidemiological modeling with biosecurity strategies, particularly in livestock systems. Current projects include tick-borne disease surveillance, human-wildlife interaction dynamics, and pandemic response mechanisms. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, leveraging computational tools and big data analytics. Awards: Recipient of the Scialog Fellowship (2021), recognizing her contributions to innovative solutions in climate and energy research. Grants & Collaborations: Active in collaborative projects on swine farm biosecurity, tickborne pathogens, and post-pandemic public health strategies. Engaged with interdisciplinary teams across veterinary medicine, computational biology, and social sciences. Labs/Teams: Leads the Modeling and Data-Driven Computational Infectious Disease Lab (MDCI Lab) at the College of Veterinary Medicine, focusing on translational research in global health.

• Emerging Viruses
• One Health
• Viral Metagenomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Temmam is a Researcher at the Institut Pasteur , leading the Pathogen Discovery Laboratory . She focuses on viral emergence at the animal-human interface, with expertise in metagenomics and One Health approaches. Her work spans tick-borne viruses, bat coronaviruses, and mosquito-borne pathogens. Affiliations: Pathogen Discovery Laboratory, Institut Pasteur (Paris, France) – Research Scientist (2021–present) Post-Doctoral Fellow, Pathogen Discovery Lab (2016–2021) PhD in Infectious Diseases from Aix-Marseille University (2013–2016) Research Interests: Emerging viruses and zoonotic spillover mechanisms Metagenomic detection of novel pathogens in vectors/reservoirs Global health implications of vector-borne diseases Bat coronavirus evolution and pandemic potential Key Projects: CREID Pilot Program “Danube Ticks” (PI): Investigating tick-borne viruses in migratory bird habitats Pathogen discovery through clinical metagenomics : Identifying human virome associations Grants & Supervision: Contributed to funding proposals for regional/national/international projects Supervised technicians, master’s students, and research engineers Labs/Teams: Pathogen Discovery Unit, collaborating with global networks for viral surveillance.

Ellen Haynesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Wildlife Epidemiology
• Infectious Diseases in Reptiles and Amphibians
• Ophidiomycosis (Snake Fungal Disease)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ellen Haynes is an Assistant Research Scientist at the University of Georgia's College of Veterinary Medicine, affiliated with the Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study (SCWDS). Her work focuses on wildlife epidemiology, particularly infectious diseases in North American reptiles and amphibians, emphasizing ophidiomycosis (snake fungal disease). She holds a BS in Agriculture and Life Sciences from Cornell University (2009), a DVM from Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine (2013), and a PhD in Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Biology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2021). She serves as Regional Wildlife Health Coordinator for the Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA) and provides disease consultation to state agencies. Her research integrates One Health principles, addressing zoonotic pathogens, tick-borne diseases, and wildlife conservation challenges. Notable projects include Guinea worm surveillance in Chad, tick surveys in Africa, and clinical trials for snake fungal disease treatments. Her publications emphasize wildlife health monitoring, pathogen ecology, and conservation medicine. Key themes include snake fungal disease epidemiology, tickborne pathogen dynamics, and wildlife-livestock interfaces. Her work bridges veterinary science, ecology, and public health to address emerging threats in wildlife populations. Dr. Haynes collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving molecular diagnostics, field surveillance, and clinical interventions. She actively participates in global health initiatives, such as the Guinea worm eradication program in Chad, demonstrating the practical application of One Health principles in resource-limited settings.

Yoram A. Puiusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transplant Infections
• LVAD Complications
• Immunocompromised Host
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yoram A. Puius is Professor in both the Department of Medicine (Infectious Diseases) and Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center. He holds MD/PhD degrees from Einstein (2001), completed residency at NewYork-Presbyterian, and fellowships at Columbia and Tufts focused on transplant infections. Research examines infections in immunocompromised hosts including LVAD/transplant recipients, tickborne diseases, and travel medicine. He founded transplantid.net, an educational resource for the American Society of Transplantation. Clinical interests: Transplant-related infections LVAD-associated complications Lyme disease diagnostics Honors include Fellow of the American Society of Transplantation (2024) and Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition.

Julie Shafferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbial Ecology
• Tickborne Pathogens
• Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julie Shaffer serves as the Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK), a role she assumed in April 2024 after serving as interim since August 2023. Previously, she held academic roles in UNK's Department of Biology, including Professor (since 2010), Associate Professor (2004–2010), department chair (2017–2023), and online director. Her expertise spans microbial ecology and tickborne pathogens, with extensive grant-funded research and teaching innovations. She mentors student researchers and has contributed to curricular reforms in biology programs. Education: Bachelor’s degrees in Biology and English (University of Sioux Falls), Ph.D. in Biology (University of Nebraska-Lincoln, microbial physiology emphasis). Research Interests: Focuses on microbial ecology and tickborne pathogens, with publications in academic journals and $6M+ in grant funding. Engages in interdisciplinary projects and STEM education initiatives. Awards: 2010 Pratt-Heins Teaching Award; 2014 Leland Holdt/Security Mutual Life Distinguished Faculty Award (UNK’s highest honor). Leadership: Nebraska Academy of Sciences past president; Missouri Valley Branch of the American Society of Microbiology past president; member of AAAS, NSTA, ACUBE, ESA, and NABT. Advising & Grants: Guided numerous student researchers; led departmental program reviews and academic committees. Current fellow at the National Strategic Research Institute (UN System).

Anna De Obaldiaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Infectious Diseases
• HIV/AIDS
• Tickborne Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anna De Obaldia, MD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine Division of Infectious Diseases at Penn State College of Medicine since August 2020. She specializes in HIV aging and tickborne diseases, contributing to clinical care, research, and education. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Education: Infectious Disease Fellowship (2018-2020), Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency (2015-2018), Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center MD (2011-2015), Penn State College of Medicine Research Interests: Dr. De Obaldia focuses on neurological manifestations of tickborne infections like anaplasmosis and the ecological spread of fungal pathogens such as Cryptococcus neoformans. Her work bridges clinical practice with microbial ecology, emphasizing global health implications. Awards: Recipient of the Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2023), recognizing contributions to medical education through clinical rounds and specialized lectures on HIV antiretroviral therapy. Collaborations: Active in multidisciplinary teams, including a notable case study collaboration on anaplasmosis published in BMJ Case Reports . Her research network engages topics ranging from CNS infection mechanisms to fungal globalization dynamics.

Ashley Dowlingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Entomology
• Parasitology
• Systematics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ashley Dowling is a Professor in the Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology at the University of Arkansas. She specializes in systematics, biodiversity, and evolutionary biology of mites (Acari), with a focus on water mites, velvet mites, and tickborne diseases. Her research integrates morphological and molecular methods to address questions in parasite evolution and host associations. Dowling also serves as Director of the Summer Acarology Program and previously held a role as Program Director at the NSF's Division of Environmental Biology. Education: B.S. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (University of Arizona), Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (University of Michigan). Research Interests: Biodiversity of micro-arthropods, mite-host coevolution, and conservation of understudied arthropod groups. Current projects include NSF-funded studies on parasitengona mites and collaborations with citizen scientists to track tick distributions. Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles, including work on mite systematics, tickborne allergies, and arthropod biodiversity in Arkansas. Recent focus areas include water mite phylogeny and nasal mites in birds. Awards: Recognized for teaching excellence (Gamma Sigma Delta, 2014) and mentorship (University of Arkansas, 2014). Lab & Collaborations: Dowling Lab focuses on micro-arthropod diversity in the Interior Highlands. Active projects involve genomic studies of mites, K-12 outreach, and tick pathogen surveillance with community scientists.

Jay Levineمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epidemiology
• Public Health
• Aquatic Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jay Levine is a Professor at NC State University and Co-Director of the Climate Change and Society Graduate Program. He is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at the Gillings School of Global Public Health, UNC Chapel Hill. His research focuses on aquatic epidemiology, freshwater mussel conservation, and ecosystem health. Dr. Levine leads the Aquatic Epidemiology and Conservation Laboratory, which investigates imperiled freshwater invertebrates and develops diagnostic techniques for their conservation. His work addresses topics such as mussel behavior monitoring, septic system malfunction prediction, and mitochondrial DNA testing for field applications. Levine’s community engagement includes founding the Homework Haven after-school tutoring program in South Raleigh and supporting environmental restoration and stormwater mitigation initiatives. His research spans over three decades, encompassing arthropod-borne diseases (e.g., Lyme disease), marine bivalve safety, veterinary health in companion animals, and microbial community dynamics in freshwater systems. He has collaborated on projects like the Wilson Bay Initiative and studies on salmonella prevalence in poultry and oysters. His publications highlight innovations in mussel behavior monitoring using 3D imaging, septic system inspection methods via AI, and advancements in molecular diagnostics for ecological and public health applications. Levine’s work bridges academic research with community-driven environmental and public health solutions.

• Climate Change
• Ecology
• Public Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Arnold van Vliet is a Research Fellow at Wageningen University & Research's Earth Systems and Global Change department within the WIMEK faculty. His work focuses on climate change impacts on ecosystems, vector-borne diseases, and citizen science initiatives. He has contributed to projects like malaria surveillance in Rwanda and tick-borne illness monitoring in the Netherlands. Expert in environmental health linkages, particularly Lyme disease and pollen allergy dynamics Developed tools for early warning systems on invasive species like Alsemambrosia Recipient of the 2013 Verguld Wagenings Erezilver award Research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining ecology, public health, and citizen participation. Recent studies explore climate-driven shifts in plant phenology and their societal impacts.