جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Peer Borkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Systems Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Peer Bork is a Professor at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Heidelberg, where he serves as Strategic Head of Bioinformatics and co-head of the Structural and Computational Biology Unit. He also holds honorary professorships at the University of Würzburg (Germany) and Fudan University (China). Educational background: PhD in Biochemistry (1990) Habilitation in Theoretical Biophysics (1995) Research interests span bioinformatics , systems biology , and microbiome analysis , focusing on functional prediction, comparative genomics, and data integration. His work explores global patterns in microbial communities, including enterotypes, drug-microbiome interactions, and planetary-scale gene fluxes. Scientific impact includes over 550 publications (70+ in Nature , Science , and Cell ) and groundbreaking discoveries like the human gut enterotypes and microbiome-based cancer biomarkers . Key projects include the SPIRE microbiome resource and the TARA Oceans expedition . Honors and leadership: EMBO member (2000) Nature Creative Mentoring Award (2008) ERC Advanced Investigator Grants (2011, 2015) Leopoldina member (2014) Honorary doctorate (University of Utrecht, 2017) Co-founder of 5 biotech companies Collaborative networks include partnerships with institutions in Berlin (Max-Delbrück-Center), Würzburg (Germany), and Shanghai (China), as well as global initiatives like the TREC expedition for environmental microbiome analysis.

Jordan Cragoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Aquatic Toxicology
• Environmental Toxicology
• Ecotoxicology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jordan Crago is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Toxicology at Texas Tech University and affiliated with the STEM CORE program. His research specializes in aquatic toxicology, investigating how environmental chemicals impact development and reproductive success in fish and invertebrates through integrated field-laboratory approaches. Education: Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Bachelor of Science, Ohio University Dr. Crago's research employs field observations to guide laboratory experiments focused on adverse outcome pathways across diverse contaminants. His work spans pesticides, microplastics, perfluorinated compounds, and emerging pollutants, emphasizing multi-pathway effects on development and reproduction. He prioritizes identifying high-risk environmental chemicals through mechanistic studies using model organisms like zebrafish and fathead minnow. Analysis of his 2019-2025 publications reveals consistent focus on molecular, physiological, and behavioral endpoints in aquatic toxicology. Key themes include developmental/reproductive toxicity, transgenerational effects, and advanced methodologies like predictive molecular signatures and benchmark dose modeling. His work frequently addresses pesticide impacts, microplastic fate in food webs, and PFAS alternatives using zebrafish as a primary model system. Dr. Crago actively mentors undergraduate researchers, integrating them into data collection, analysis, and publication. Three mentees have co-authored peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. He contributes to STEM education through Texas Tech's STEM CORE program and volunteers with Lubbock's Boys and Girls Club for after-school programs.

Catherine Marlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Neuroendocrinology
• Animal Behavior
• Social Neuroscience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Catherine Marler is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she leads the Marler Lab focused on the Biology of Brain and Behavior. Her research program investigates the intricate connections between endocrine systems and social behaviors, with particular emphasis on how hormones like testosterone and oxytocin shape complex social interactions in monogamous mammals. Dr. Marler's research primarily utilizes the California mouse (Peromyscus californicus) as a model organism, capitalizing on its unique monogamous, biparental, and territorial nature. Her work spans both laboratory and field settings, allowing for comprehensive investigation of neuroendocrine mechanisms in naturalistic contexts. Key research themes include the role of testosterone in territorial behavior and winner effects, oxytocin's influence on pair bonding and parental behavior, and the neural substrates of ultrasonic vocalizations. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on conditioned place preferences related to testosterone pulses, oxytocin's effects on social behaviors across different developmental stages, and the neuroendocrine mechanisms underlying aggression and pair bonding. Her work demonstrates how social experience, environmental context, and endocrine systems interact to shape complex behavioral outcomes, with particular attention to sex differences and transgenerational transmission of behaviors. Dr. Marler has published extensively in top journals including Hormones and Behavior, Proceedings of the Royal Society, and Animal Behaviour, with her most recent work appearing in high-impact venues throughout 2023-2025. Her research program represents a sophisticated integration of behavioral observation, endocrine manipulation, and neural analysis to unravel the mechanisms underlying social behavior in mammals. As an advisor, Dr. Marler mentors students in behavioral neuroscience and endocrinology, fostering research that bridges laboratory and field approaches to understand the evolution and mechanisms of social behavior. Her lab maintains a strong commitment to rigorous scientific methodology and innovative experimental design in the study of neuroendocrine-behavior relationships.

• Sensory Systems
• Social Behavior
• Neurogenomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nora H Prior, PhD, is a Senior Research Associate in the Psychology Department at Cornell University, focusing on sensory systems, social behavior, and neurogenomics. Her research team explores avian behavioral neuroscience, with expertise in neuroendocrinology, bioacoustics, and comparative psychology. 2020-2021: Sessional Instructor & course designer, University of British Columbia 2018-2021: Postdoctoral Associate, Avian Behavioral Neuroscience Lab (University of Maryland) 2016-2018: Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Comparative and Evolutionary Biology of Hearing (University of Maryland) 2015: Postdoctoral Fellow, Neuroethology & Bioacoustics Lab (University of Lyon) 2009-2014: PhD Candidate (University of British Columbia) Her research combines neuroendocrinology, bioacoustics, and behavioral ecology to study avian communication, pair bonding, and neurogenomic responses to environmental stressors. Key topics include: Acoustic fine structure in zebra finch communication Neuroendocrine regulation of monogamy and aggression Effects of water restriction on vocal behavior Differential gene expression in extreme physiological states Temporal processing of vocal sequences Perceptual limitations in avian cognition While her publications span from 2010-2025, recent work emphasizes methodological rigor in neuroscience research, environmental impacts on brain development, and neurogenomic resilience in wild birds. Her 2025 paper on Science Democratization addresses systemic challenges in behavioral neuroscience.

Maureen Sartorمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Epigenetics
• Bioinformatics
• Cancer Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maureen Sartor is a Professor in the Department of Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics at the University of Michigan Medical School. Her work bridges computational biology, epigenetics, and cancer research, with recent contributions to understanding environmental toxicant impacts on DNA methylation, HPV-associated head and neck cancers, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms. Key research themes: Epigenetic regulation, bioinformatics modeling, environmental health Active clinical trial collaborations in immunotherapy rechallenge and neoadjuvant treatment strategies Leadership in cross-species toxicoepigenetic studies and microbiome-immune crosstalk in oral cancer Recent publications highlight her expertise in: Epigenetic age acceleration in ALS and its environmental correlates HPV integration mechanisms in oropharyngeal cancer Chemical oxidation techniques for piRNA discovery Sex-specific epigenetic responses to lead and phthalate exposure Her interdisciplinary approach connects computational methods with experimental validation across multiple disease models.

Graham Hitmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genomics of Diabetes
• Prevention of Diabetes
• Bayesian AI Clinical Decision Support
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Graham Hitman serves as Professor of Molecular Medicine and Diabetes at Queen Mary University of London's Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, specifically within the Centre for Genomics and Child Health. Previously, he directed the Blizard Institute from 2013 to 2017 and edited Diabetic Medicine (2009-2015). His research spans genomics of diabetes , prevention strategies , and Bayesian AI clinical decision support systems . Current projects include gene-environment interactions in South Asian pregnancies related to offspring cardiometabolic disease (funded by EU FP7), and Bayesian models for gestational diabetes/COVID-19 management (EPSRC-funded). He led the influential CARDS trial that shaped lipid-lowering guidelines in diabetes. Prof. Hitman maintains extensive international collaborations with 337 PubMed-listed publications, 50,405 Google Scholar citations (h-index 81 as of March 2020). His clinical work includes advisory roles for Vital Signs Solutions. Graduated from University College Hospital Medical School (1976) Clinical training at King's College, St Bartholomew's, and Royal London Hospitals MD research on diabetes genetics under Prof. David Galton Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Reader at Royal London Hospital Medical College Professor since 1995 at Barts and The London School of Medicine He supervises four PhD students across Bayesian clinical decision support systems, obesity pathogenesis, and pregnancy/post-partum clinical trials.

• Management Science
• Family Business
• Strategic Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Salvatore Sciascia is a Full Professor of Business Administration at Università Carlo Cattaneo - LIUC since 2018. He serves as Rector’s Delegate for Research (since 2019) and co-directs the FAmily BUsiness Lab (since 2020). He holds additional roles as a contract professor at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences (since 2019) and an affiliated professor at Jönköping International Business School’s CeFEO (since 2021). His academic journey began in 2000 as a Contract Professor at LIUC, followed by a Ph.D. in 2004, which earned publication recognition. Sciascia has held teaching and research positions across Italian and European institutions, including Bocconi, Cattolica-Milan, and Grenoble. His research focuses on family business dynamics, strategic management, entrepreneurship, and internationalization. He has published in top journals like Entrepreneurship Theory & Practice and Family Business Review . Sciascia’s editorial leadership includes co-editing the Journal of Management & Governance and serving on editorial boards of four other journals. Education: Ph.D. in Business Administration (LIUC, 2004) Research Interests: Family Business Governance, Strategic Management, Internationalization Strategies, Innovation in Family Enterprises, Socioemotional Wealth, and Gender Diversity in Leadership. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical insights into family firm sustainability and performance. Awards & Honors: Schulze Publication Award (2023) Research Excellence Award (LIUC, 2019) Top Cited Articles in Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal (2021–2022) Multiple Best Paper Awards at IFERA and EURAM Conferences Advising & Grants: Over 20 years of advisory work in strategic management and family business. Secured grants, e.g., Spanish Ministry of Economy (2016). Active in mentoring through academic networks like SIDREA and IFERA. Labs & Teams: Co-founder of the FAmily BUsiness Lab at LIUC, fostering interdisciplinary research on family enterprise challenges and innovations.

Manoj Upadhyaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroscience
• Neuropharmacology
• Epilepsy Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Manoj Upadhya is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Aston School of Life and Health Sciences, Aston University (UK). His research focuses on epilepsy, neuropharmacology, and neurodegenerative diseases, with expertise in rodent models, electrophysiology, and molecular biology. He holds a PhD from RTM Nagpur University (India) and has held roles including Assistant Professor in Pharmacology and Research positions at IISER Pune and Sun Pharma. Education : PhD (Role of CART peptide in Neurodegeneration), RTM Nagpur University, 2009–2013 Research Interests : Translational epilepsy research, autoimmune encephalitis, pain mechanisms, and neurodegenerative diseases using rodent models. Techniques include behavioral paradigms, electrophysiology, and confocal imaging. Key contributions include identifying therapeutic targets for Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and Huntington's diseases. Articles Trends : Recent work emphasizes autoimmune epilepsy mechanisms, neuroprotective therapies (e.g., AP39), and pain modulation via TRP channels. Studies utilize rodent models, monoclonal antibodies, and neurosteroid interventions. Awards : Best Publication in Peer-Reviewed Journal Category (2016) Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) (2015) Best Poster Award (2013) Grants & Advising : Accepting PhD students for projects like 'Brain on fire – investigating microglia in epilepsy.' Active in drug discovery collaborations, including patents for Parkinson's therapies. Labs/Teams : Maintains research collaborations with institutions like IISER Pune and the Encephalitis Society (UK). Active in professional bodies such as the Society for Neuroscience.

James Curleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Dynamics
• Social Neuroscience
• Social Determinants of Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

James Curley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, part of the College of Liberal Arts. He is Co-Director of the Behavioral and Social Data Science Major and Principal Investigator of the Social Dynamics Lab. His research focuses on the neurobiological basis of social behavior, social hierarchies, and long-term physiological changes linked to social status. He earned his B.A. from the University of Oxford and a Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge, followed by postdoctoral work at Cambridge before joining Columbia University in 2012. At UT Austin since 2017, he has received awards including the Affordable Education Champion (2021), Dr. Wendy Domjan Excellence in Teaching Award (2021), and President’s Associates Teaching Excellence Award (2022). His teaching includes courses on statistics, R programming, and social behavior analysis. Curley’s lab investigates social dynamics through interdisciplinary approaches, combining behavioral studies with genomic, transcriptomic, and neuroendocrine analyses. He emphasizes open educational resources, co-authoring an open-access textbook for statistics and developing interactive learning tools. His work spans animal and human social systems, exploring how early life experiences shape behavior and how social hierarchy impacts neural and physiological processes. He has published extensively on topics like social dominance, gene expression, and the application of network models to understand social interactions. Teaching highlights include PSY 317L (statistics for behavioral sciences), PSY 120R (R programming), and UGS 302 (Being Social). His commitment to affordable education and innovative pedagogy has been recognized nationally. Research collaborations include studies on primate microbiota, stress vulnerability in depression models, and transgenerational epigenetic effects. He maintains affiliations with platforms like GitHub and Google Scholar, reflecting his embrace of open science principles.

• Self-Determination Theory
• Resource Scarcity
• International Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marieke van Egmond is a Researcher at Tilburg University's TS Social and Behavioral Sciences department, part of the Tranzo Academic Collaborative Center for Digital Health & Mental Wellbeing. She holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0003-3100-4947) and is based in Tilburg, Netherlands. Dr. van Egmond is actively involved in supervising PhD students and has an extensive research portfolio since 2012. Her research focuses on Self-Determination Theory, resource scarcity, and cross-cultural psychological processes. Key areas include adolescent identity formation across cultures, the impact of social media on international students, and the application of motivational theory to international development contexts. She has collaborated globally, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to mental wellbeing and education equity. Recent work includes a 2025 study on adolescent self-construal measurement across 30 countries and a 2023 analysis of social network sites' role in international student adaptation. She led the 2023-2024 research project 'Identity orientations and mental health among Dutch adolescents,' which garnered media attention and academic readership. Her work emphasizes empirical rigor, with over 15 publications and 100+ citations. Notable contributions include studies on acculturation, migrant attitudes, and psychological needs under scarcity. She frequently presents at academic conferences, such as a 2024 oral presentation on parental burnout.

• Family Business
• Franchising
• Corporate Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James G. Combs (PhD, Louisiana State University) is the Della Phillips Martha Schenck Chair of American Private Enterprise at the University of Central Florida and a Visiting Professor at the University of Ottawa. His scholarly work focuses on family business , franchising , research synthesis , and corporate governance , with publications in top-tier journals like the Academy of Management Journal, Strategic Management Journal, and Journal of Business Venturing. His research explores critical themes such as: Strategic decision-making in family firms Franchising and organizational routines Corporate governance mechanisms (e.g., shareholder agreements) Meta-analytic techniques in management research His 2025-2023 publications highlight emerging trends in entrepreneurial pivoting , lean startup methodologies , alliance portfolio diversity , and CSR in family businesses . He has served as Associate Editor for multiple journals and held leadership roles in the Academy of Management and Southern Management Association (SMA), including SMA President. Combs ranks among the top 2% of management scholars by citation impact and has received the 2020 SMA Hunt Sustained Outstanding Service Award and the 2021 Rosenberg Center Eminent Franchising Scholar Award. He is a Fellow of the Southern Academy of Management and a 21st Century Entrepreneurship Fellow.

• Diabetic Nephropathy
• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Maternal and Fetal Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carol Pollock is a Professor at the University of Sydney's Northern Clinical School , affiliated with the Kolling Institute of Medical Research . Her research focuses on diabetic kidney disease, chronic kidney disease (CKD) management, and maternal-fetal programming of renal health. Thematic areas: Obesity, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease , Healthy Ageing , and Lifespan Methodological approaches: Animal models , Cellular/molecular studies , and Translational research Clinical specialty: Nephrology Her work explores epigenetic mechanisms in maternal obesity-related kidney disease, SGLT2 inhibitors for cardiorenal protection, and novel biomarkers like urinary exosomes and volatile organic compounds. Recent studies emphasize intergenerational metabolic programming and renoprotective drug development . Key publication trends (2023-2025) include: Diabetic nephropathy (2025: SGLT2 inhibitors, YAP1 pathways) CKD progression (2024: DISCOVER cohort, hyperkalemia management) Maternal environmental impacts (2025: PM2.5 exposure, fetal kidney health) Renal fibrosis (2023: i-body AD-214, CXCR4 blockade) Translational nephrology (2024: urinary cell imaging, exosome therapy) Global CKD guidelines (2024: Asia-specific management frameworks) Her team mentors PhD students Daisy Chen, Wenyang Shi, and Chi Tran, investigating stem cell therapies and renal regeneration in diabetic and acute kidney injury models.

• Plant Genetics
• Berry Crop Breeding
• Molecular Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Timo Hytönen is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry. He holds a Docentship in the same department and is an integral member of the Viikki Plant Science Centre (ViPS). His academic leadership extends to supervising doctoral students across three major programs: Sustainable Use of Renewable Natural Resources, Integrative Life Science, and Plant Sciences. Additionally, he maintains an external position as Principal Research Scientist at NIAB EMR in Genetic Genomics & Breeding since November 2018. Professor Hytönen's research interests span plant genetics, molecular biology, and crop production sciences with a specialized focus on berry crops, particularly strawberries. His work investigates fundamental plant processes including flowering time regulation, environmental adaptation mechanisms, fruit development, and disease resistance. His research integrates genomic, transcriptomic, and epigenetic approaches to understand how plants respond and adapt to environmental challenges. His extensive publication record (88 publications) reveals a strong focus on woodland strawberry (Fragaria vesca) as a model system for studying economically important traits in berry crops. Recent work demonstrates expertise in QTL mapping, genome-wide association studies, circadian rhythm adaptation, and the genetic basis of climate adaptation. His research shows consistent emphasis on translating basic science into practical applications for crop improvement. Professor Hytönen leads significant research projects including 'Mansikan vihreä vallankumous' (Strawberry Green Revolution) funded by the Academy of Finland and 'ASTROS: How meristems guide plant reproductive development' supported by the Jane and Aatos Erkko Foundation. He is also a Principal Investigator in the Viikki Plant Science Centre (ViPS), a major collaborative research infrastructure. His academic service includes extensive peer review activities (37 manuscript reviews), hosting academic visitors (32 instances), and participation in numerous conferences and seminars. He has provided guidance to graduate students and supervised doctoral candidates, contributing significantly to the training of next-generation plant scientists.

• Epigenetics
• Chromatin Biology
• Reproductive Aging
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Arunika Das is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine , where she leads the Das Lab. Her research focuses on the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms governing chromosome inheritance during meiosis and early development, with a particular emphasis on centromere biology and aneuploidy. Education: PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology (Rutgers University, 2016), MS in Biochemistry (University of Calcutta, 2009), BS in Chemistry (St. Xavier’s University, 2007) Research Highlights: Investigates centromere inheritance through reproductive and embryonic challenges Studies aneuploidy mechanisms in early embryos Uses mouse, fly, and horse models for comparative genome stability analysis Active in Cornell Center for Reproductive Sciences and Center for Vertebrate Genomics Scientific Awards: Society for the Study of Reproduction - Emerging Investigator Award (2024-2025) S. Walter Englander Postdoctoral Research Award (2022) Keith R. Porter Award Honorable Mention (2022) Marine Biological Laboratory Fellowship (2017) Teaching: Leads curriculum development for a reproductive medicine MS program and teaches in Cornell’s Veterinary School. Mentors graduate, undergraduate, and capstone projects.

Manuela Truebanoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Marine Molecular Biology
• Ecophysiology
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Manuela Truebano is a Lecturer in Marine Molecular Biology at the University of Plymouth, affiliated with the School of Biological and Marine Sciences (part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering). She holds a BSc in Marine Biology from the University of Liverpool, an MSc in Shellfish Biology from Bangor University, and a PhD in Molecular Ecophysiology (focusing on thermal stress) from Swansea University and the British Antarctic Survey. Her research group is part of the Ecophysiology and Development Research group within the Marine Biology and Ecology Research Centre. Her teaching portfolio includes module leadership roles in Marine Molecular Biology, Ecophysiology of Marine Animals, Conservation Physiology, and field courses. She has supervised two postgraduate research degrees: Michael Collins (PhD, 2019) and George Mason (ResM, 2021). Dr Truebano’s research focuses on thermal tolerance, hypoxia, and environmental stress responses in marine organisms, particularly invertebrates. She employs molecular and physiological approaches to study climate change impacts, including the development of tools like Dev-ResNet and HeartCV for automated phenotyping. Her work intersects with global sustainability goals, emphasizing organismal resilience to environmental shifts. Her recent publications highlight advancements in understanding transgenerational plasticity, thermal acclimation, and the interplay of multiple stressors. Teaching and learning grants include a 2015 initiative exploring video tutorials for lab skill training. She collaborates extensively in interdisciplinary projects, contributing to both academic and applied marine science.