جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Stem Cell Biology
• Cardiovascular Toxicology
• Metabolism
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Qing Liu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University's College of Science. His research focuses on cardiovascular toxicology, metabolism, and stem cell biology. He leads the Liu laboratory, which investigates mechanisms of cardiac dysfunction due to toxicant exposure and develops human stem cell-based systems to study metabolic remodeling during cardiac differentiation. Education: Postdoc in Genomics, Stanford University School of Medicine Ph.D., Molecular Toxicology, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee B.S., Biological Sciences, Nanjing University Research Interests: The lab integrates experimental and computational biology to address knowledge gaps in cardiovascular dysfunction caused by environmental exposures. Key areas include mitochondrial dynamics, drug-induced cardiotoxicity, and SARS-CoV-2's impact on cardiomyocytes. They employ CRISPR-based genome-wide screening and 'Omics technologies. Recent Research Trends: Publications emphasize mitochondrial dysfunction's role in drug toxicity, cancer-associated RNA regulation, and SARS-CoV-2 protein effects on cardiac metabolism. Work spans developmental toxicology, viral pathogenesis, and therapeutic mitigation strategies. Advising & Labs: Advises PhD students, undergraduates, and postdocs. Lab alumni include researchers now in medical schools and industry. Active in teaching courses like Cell Biology and Undergraduate Research in Biological Sciences. Labs/Teams: Liu Lab focuses on translational research bridging toxicology and cardiovascular biology, with collaborations in computational biology and personalized medicine.

Ann C. Foleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• Cardiac Development
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Ann C. Foley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at Clemson University. Her research focuses on cardiac regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and understanding mechanisms of cardiac development using embryonic stem cells. She leads the Cardiac Regenerative Medicine Laboratory, exploring sinoatrial node differentiation, biofabrication of cardiac tissues, and epigenetic regulation of developmental enhancers. Dr. Foley holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University. Her work integrates stem cell biology, molecular genetics, and engineering to develop therapeutic strategies for cardiac diseases. Key projects include creating bioengineered pacemakers, designing biosensors for signaling pathways, and studying endoderm-mesoderm interactions in heart formation. Her research collaborations involve experts in electrophysiology (Dr. Martin Morad), epigenetics (Dr. Ruchi Bajpai), and bioengineering (Drs. Yin Mei and Roger Markwald). She has pioneered protocols for sinoatrial node cell differentiation using TAK1 overexpression and developed novel tools like enhancer reporters and Wnt/BMP signaling biosensors. Dr. Foley’s lab also investigates XEN stem cells as models for cardiac induction and explores large-scale cell amplification techniques for functional genomics studies. Her contributions span from basic developmental biology to translational applications in regenerative medicine.

Juexin Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Deep Learning
• Bioinformatics
• Single-cell Multiomics
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Juexin Wang is an Assistant Professor at the Department of BioHealth Informatics, Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, Indiana University. His research focuses on developing machine learning approaches for analyzing single-cell and spatial transcriptomics data in kidney diseases, cancer, and neurological disorders. He earned his PhD in computer science and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Missouri. His lab (Wang Lab) develops computational tools like scGNN (Nature Communications 2021) for single-cell analysis and NRI-MD for protein allosteric studies (Nature Communications 2022). Current projects include deep learning applications in spatial transcriptomics and molecular dynamics simulations. The lab is NIH-funded and collaborates with the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center. Wang serves as a peer reviewer for over 20 journals, including Nature Communications and Bioinformatics. He teaches courses on machine learning for bioinformatics and programming for biomedical data analysis. His work has led to software tools such as G2S (Bioinformatics 2018), widely used in cancer genomics research.

Seth Amentمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Genetics
• Genomics
• Systems Biology
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Seth A. Ament is an Associate Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, affiliated with the Institute for Genome Sciences and the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center. He holds appointments in Psychiatry, Genomics, and Neuroscience. His research focuses on genetic and genomic mechanisms underlying brain disorders, integrating single-cell genomics, systems biology, and stem cell models. Education: PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2010); A.B. in Biology from Harvard University (2003). Research interests include psychiatric disorders (bipolar disorder, schizophrenia), neurodegenerative diseases (Huntington’s), and hearing loss. He employs genomic sequencing, transcriptional network modeling, and collaborative consortia like the BRAIN Initiative Cell Census Network. Notable projects involve rare variant discovery, stem cell-derived neuron modeling, and functional genomics. Key collaborations include work on the Amish population for genetic studies and development of the Neuroscience Multi-Omic Archive (NeMO). His lab is based in Baltimore, with a focus on translational research linking genomic data to clinical biomarkers and therapies.

Mark Travassosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Malaria Pathogenesis
• Malaria Epidemiology
• Cerebral Malaria
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Dr. Mark Travassos is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He serves as the Director of the Global Health Track for the Pediatrics Residency Program and co-directs the Immunoepidemiology and Pathogenesis Unit within the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health's Malaria Research Program. His expertise spans malaria pathogenesis, epidemiology, and vaccine development, with a focus on cerebral malaria and protective immunity in malaria-endemic regions. Education: A.B. in Biology (Harvard University), MSc in Biology (University of Oxford), M.D. (Cornell University Medical College), pediatric residency at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, and a fellowship in Pediatric Infectious Diseases and Tropical Pediatrics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Research Interests: Dr. Travassos investigates malaria parasite variant surface antigens, sickle cell trait protection mechanisms, and natural immunity development. His work includes serosurvey studies in Ethiopia and global health initiatives addressing vaccine coverage and migrant health. He collaborates on projects analyzing immune responses to malaria antigens and genomic epidemiology. Advising & Grants: Advises PhD students Emily Stucke and Albert Zhou. Group members include Noah Ventimiglia, Rafal Sobota, Rachel Bailey, and Bryan Cummings. His research has been supported by grants focusing on malaria pathogenesis, vaccine development, and global health interventions. Labs & Teams: Active in the Malaria Research Program and Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health. Collaborates with institutions in Mali and Ethiopia, focusing on field studies and clinical trials.

Hong Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Cell Cycle Regulation
• Protein Ubiquitination
• Female Gametogenesis
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Hong Wang is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology & Immunology at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine. His research focuses on plant cell cycle regulation, protein ubiquitination mechanisms, female gametogenesis, seed aging, and abiotic stress responses. He holds a Ph.D. from the Department of Biology at the University of Saskatchewan, an M.Sc. in Plant Sciences from the University of British Columbia, and a B.Sc. in Agronomy from Huazhong Agricultural University. His work explores how ubiquitin systems regulate plant development and stress tolerance, with recent studies addressing UBC enzyme functions, seed mRNA stability during aging, and stress signaling pathways. Key projects include genomic analyses of halophytes for salt tolerance and experiments on CDK inhibitor roles in female gametophyte development. Collaborative efforts involve plant-pathogen interactions and molecular mechanisms underlying plant immunity. Publications span plant molecular biology, genetics, and stress biology, with a focus on Arabidopsis and crop species. His lab contributes to understanding fundamental processes in plant biology with implications for agricultural resilience.

• Genetics
• Evolutionary Biology
• Developmental Biology
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Joseph Hanly is a Postdoctoral Scientist in the Department of Biological Sciences at George Washington University, affiliated with the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on the genetic and developmental mechanisms underlying adaptive coloration and wing pattern evolution in butterflies, particularly Heliconius spp. and related taxa. He employs genomic, transcriptomic, and experimental approaches to study gene regulation, convergent evolution, and the evolution of novel traits. Research interests include the role of noncoding RNAs, cis-regulatory elements, and signaling pathways (e.g., Wnt) in patterning butterfly wings, as well as the evolutionary dynamics of genome structure and gene networks. His work bridges developmental biology, genetics, and evolutionary biology, with applications to understanding biodiversity and adaptation. Key contributions include studies on the cortex locus controlling scale cell identity, the genetic basis of iridescence, and the molecular mechanisms of wing pattern diversification. Hanly collaborates with Dr. Arnaud Martin’s lab and has published extensively on topics such as single-cell transcriptomics, CRISPR-based gene editing, and the evolutionary origins of mimicry. His articles reflect a focus on integrative approaches to unraveling the genetic architecture of complex traits, with implications for understanding how new traits arise and are maintained in nature.

Damien O'Halloranمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Parasitology
• Molecular Biology
• Neurobiology
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Damien O'Halloran is an Associate Professor of Biology in the Department of Biological Sciences at The George Washington University (GWU), part of the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on understanding how nematodes, particularly parasitic species, detect and respond to environmental cues through specialized sensory systems. He investigates host-seeking behaviors in parasitic nematodes such as Heterorhabditis bacteriophora and hookworms, leveraging model organisms like Caenorhabditis elegans for genetic and neurobiological insights. Key projects include developing databases (e.g., NEMCHR-DB, CRISPR-PN2) to catalog chemoreceptors and design CRISPR tools for parasitic nematode research. His lab studies chemoreceptor expression patterns during host-seeking stages, host specificity mechanisms, and the molecular basis of parasitism. O'Halloran directs the Neuroscience Major at GWU and teaches courses on Developmental Neurobiology and Neural Circuits. His lab is located in Science and Engineering Hall (SEH 5490/6530), with active collaborations in parasitology, genomics, and computational biology. Students in his lab work on projects ranging from transcriptomics to software development for nematode research. Research Themes: Nematode sensory systems, host-parasite interactions, chemoreceptor biology, CRISPR-based gene editing Lab Tools: RNAseq, comparative genomics, database curation, CRISPR-PN2 platform Key Databases: NEMCHR-DB (chemosensory GPCRs), NCX-DB (sodium-calcium exchangers), Nematode ABC (transporters) Recent work includes identifying host-specific signatures in hookworm infections and developing tools for genetic manipulation of entomopathogenic nematodes. His team collaborates on drug target discovery using chemogenomic approaches and studies immune evasion mechanisms in parasitic species.

• Forest pathology
• Genomics
• Host-parasite interactions
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Jared LeBoldus is an Associate Professor of Forest Pathology at Oregon State University, jointly appointed in the College of Agriculture (Botany and Plant Pathology Department) and the College of Forestry (Forest Engineering, Resources and Management Department). He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Alberta and has been at OSU since 2015. His research focuses on forest pathology, host-parasite genomics, and biotic disturbance impacts, particularly studying pathogens like Sphaerulina musiva and Phytophthora ramorum . Education: B.Sc. in Forest Science (University of British Columbia), M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Forest Biology and Management (University of Alberta). Research interests include molecular mechanisms of plant immunity, tree-pathogen interactions, and genomic approaches to forest health. His work integrates computational and molecular tools, with recent studies on sudden oak death management, transgenic resistance in poplar, and pathogen population genomics. Recent articles emphasize citizen science in pathogen monitoring, thinning effects on root rot, and effector protein roles in disease progression. Awards include the OSU Extension Association Search for Excellence Award (2019) and a teaching award for PLSC 385 (2010). He collaborates widely, leading grants on disease mitigation and genomic tools. His lab is affiliated with the Forest Pathology Lab at Oregon State, focusing on scaling host-pathogen interactions to landscape-level patterns. Key projects include the EU1 lineage of Phytophthora ramorum in Oregon forests and transgenic poplar resistance trials.

Lewis Lukensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioinformatics
• Quantitative Genetics
• Plant Breeding
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Dr. Lewis Lukens is a Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph, within the Ontario Agricultural College. His research focuses on bioinformatics and quantitative genetics, with a primary emphasis on maize and other plant species. He holds a B.A. from Carleton College and a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota. His work explores genetic and epigenetic mechanisms influencing crop traits, such as stress responses and yield improvement. Research Interests: Bioinformatics, Quantitative Genetics, Maize Genomics, Plant Stress Responses, Crop Improvement, and RNA Sequencing Analysis. His studies often involve analyzing transcriptome responses to environmental stresses and developing tools for genomic data visualization (e.g., ePlant). Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding maize cold tolerance, soybean-weed interactions, and wheat yield genetics. Publications reflect a strong focus on crop genetics, with key trends including transcriptome analysis, stress response pathways, and genomic tools for plant breeding. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, but his extensive grant-funded research and academic role suggest significant contributions to the field. He advises graduate students in bioinformatics and quantitative genetics, though specific names are not listed. His lab is part of the Plant Agriculture Department, leveraging facilities like the Crop Science Building for research.

Andrew Daviesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Typography
• Graphic Design
• Playful Pedagogy
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Andrew Davies serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Communication Arts Department at Virginia Commonwealth University's School of the Arts. He specializes in typography and innovative pedagogical approaches, employing game-based mechanics including instructional games and narrative-driven learning to enhance student engagement. Professionally, he leads creative initiatives at Paragon Design Group, delivering solutions in print, web, and motion graphics for major clients like American Express and National Geographic. His research intersects graphic design education and neurogenetics, with publications spanning ethanol response mechanisms in model organisms, genetic determinants of alcohol dependence, and lipid metabolism influences on behavior. Recent work (2020-2023) demonstrates strong focus on transcriptional regulation, epigenetic controls, and neuropeptide signaling in alcohol-related behaviors using C. elegans and murine models. No scientific awards, student advising relationships, or grant activities are documented in the source materials. He directs creative operations at Paragon Design Group, managing cross-media projects for corporate clients while maintaining academic activities at VCU.

Shabarinath Srikumarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbial Pathogenesis
• Host Microbial Interaction
• Foodborne Bacterial Ecology
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Shabarinath Srikumar is an Assistant Professor in Poultry Microbiology at the Department of Poultry Science, Auburn University, within the College of Agriculture. He previously served as an Assistant Professor in Food Science at the United Arab Emirates University and a Senior Research Fellow at University College Dublin. His research focuses on microbial pathogenesis, host-microbial interactions, and foodborne bacterial ecology. Dr. Srikumar holds a Ph.D. in Fisheries from Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (2007), an M.Sc. in Fishery Science from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore (2003), and a B.Sc. in Fisheries Science from Kerala Agricultural University (2001). His research interests include antimicrobial resistance, food safety, and bacterial ecology. Key projects involve studying Salmonella survival in milk, the role of iron metabolism in bacterial persistence, and the applications of natural products like propolis and essential oils in food preservation. He has secured grants from institutions such as NIFA and the USDA Agricultural Research Service to support his work. Recent publications highlight his contributions to understanding multidrug-resistant pathogens, such as Klebsiella pneumoniae and Salmonella Typhimurium, and their interactions with environmental and food matrices. His work integrates genomic, transcriptomic, and biochemical approaches to unravel bacterial adaptation mechanisms. Dr. Srikumar collaborates on projects involving the microbiome of food production facilities and the development of novel antimicrobial strategies using nanoparticles and plant-derived compounds. His research underscores the importance of translational science in addressing global food safety challenges.

Silviu-Alin Bacanuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistical Genetics
• Psychiatric Genetics
• Genomics
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Silviu-Alin Bacanu is a Professor at the Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). He holds a PhD from the University of Pittsburgh (1998). His research focuses on statistical genetics method development and applied analyses of psychiatric genetic data, including GWAS, rare variants, sequencing, pharmacogenetic, copy number, and epigenetic studies. Key contributions include methods for analyzing genetic variants in genomic regions and selecting suggestive signals in genome scans, implemented in public software. His applied work addresses psychiatric disorders, leveraging standard and custom R tools for non-standard analyses. Education: PhD in 1998 from University of Pittsburgh Research interests span statistical genetics tools, psychiatric data analysis, and translational applications. Recent work emphasizes polygenic risk scores, pedigree-based genetic liability, and multi-omics approaches for disorders like depression, PTSD, and alcohol use disorder. Collaborates widely via initiatives like the Psychiatric Genomics Consortium (PGC). Advising/Grants: No students listed, but active in collaborative research projects. His lab focuses on computational genetics and molecular mechanisms underlying mental health conditions. Labs/Teams: Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics, with interdisciplinary teams studying psychiatric and behavioral genetics.

Kumaraswamy Naidu Chitralaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bioinformatics
• Cancer Biology
• Genetics
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Kumaraswamy Naidu Chitrala is an Assistant Professor in Biotechnology at the Department of Engineering Technology, College of Technology, University of Houston. He concurrently serves as Assistant Professor & Head of Bioinformatics Core at the Fels Cancer Institute for Personalized Medicine, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University. His research focuses on bioinformatics, cancer genomics, and precision medicine, with expertise in analyzing gene expression profiles, DNA repair mechanisms, and racial disparities in disease outcomes. Dr. Chitrala holds a Ph.D. and has held positions including Senior Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Institute on Aging (NIA), NIH, and postdoctoral roles at the University of South Carolina and Pondicherry University. His editorial roles span journals like Biologics , Journal of Mucosal Immunology Research , and Cancers . Research interests include genomic biomarkers for cancer (e.g., breast, leukemia), epigenetic regulation, microbiome interactions in disease, and computational approaches to drug resistance. His work emphasizes translational applications in oncology and population health. Key contributions include studies on PARP inhibitor resistance in BRCA1-mutated cancers, racial differences in gene expression profiles of breast cancer, and bioinformatics-driven identification of therapeutic targets. His bioinformatics core at Temple University focuses on leveraging genomic data for personalized cancer treatments. No specific awards are listed, but his extensive peer review activities highlight recognition in the field. He currently advises no documented students and has no cited grants, though his professional experience indicates active research funding. Laboratory affiliations include the Bioinformatics Core at Temple University and collaborations across institutions, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to cancer biology and computational genomics.

Arthur G. Huntمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• RNA Processing
• Plant Molecular Biology
• Gene Expression Regulation
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Arthur G. Hunt is a Professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences at the University of Kentucky, affiliated with the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Brandeis University (1982) and a B.S. in Biological Sciences from the University of Lowell (1976). His research focuses on RNA processing mechanisms in plants, particularly mRNA 3' end formation and polyadenylation, using model organisms like Arabidopsis thaliana, Escherichia coli, and Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Current projects explore protein interaction networks in polyadenylation factors and applications of foreign gene expression in plants for biochemical analysis. Notable achievements include being elected an AAAS Fellow (2017) and named a University of Kentucky Research Professor (2015). His work has produced over 30 peer-reviewed publications since 2014, with recent emphasis on hypoxia-responsive gene regulation and systemic immunity mechanisms. Collaborative projects include studies on honeybee transcriptomics under stress conditions and red clover genome analysis. The Hunt Lab employs multi-disciplinary approaches combining genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry.