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Christian Schwerkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Innate immunity
• Blood-brain barriers
• Host-pathogen interactions
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Christian Schwerk is a Professor at the Mannheim Medical Faculty of Heidelberg University, specializing in the functional mechanisms of blood-brain barriers and their role in innate immunity. His research focuses on how endothelial and epithelial cells regulate immune and cancer cell transmigration during health and disease. Current affiliation: Heidelberg University (Mannheim Medical Faculty) Research areas: Blood-brain barrier biology, host-pathogen interactions, neuroinflammation, immune cell trafficking His work employs in vitro models to study pathogenic conditions, particularly examining gene expression regulation, cytokine production, and signal transduction pathways in barrier cells. Recent publications highlight his investigations into tumor cell invasion , meningococcal infections , and immune cell transmigration across the blood-cerebrospinal fluid barrier. Studies include molecular mechanisms of bacterial interactions with barrier cells and the role of IκBζ in pro-inflammatory responses. His research contributes to understanding CNS protection strategies against pathogens and metastatic cells.

Patrick Glauthierمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ancient Science and Intellectual History
• The Sublime in Classical Literature
• Latin Literature (Late Republic/Early Empire)
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Patrick Glauthier is an Assistant Professor at Dartmouth College, specializing in Latin literature of the late Republic and early Empire with a focus on the intersection of scientific writing and the sublime. His research explores how the sublime shapes the representation of natural inquiry in first-century C.E. Latin texts, culminating in his upcoming monograph The Scientific Sublime in Imperial Rome (Oxford UP, 2024-2025). He organized a 2022 conference on the sublime at Dartmouth and co-edits a Brill volume from its proceedings. Education: Ph.D. in Classics from Columbia University. Research interests include ancient science and intellectual history, didactic and epic poetry, and the socio-political dimensions of catasterism narratives. Current projects include a book analyzing the sublime's role in first-century debates about scientific inquiry and an investigation into catasterism's functions in Roman culture. Publications span analyses of Ovid, Seneca, Lucan, and Pliny, with contributions to volumes on ancient didactic poetry and the history of the sublime. His work bridges classical and romantic aesthetic theory while engaging with interdisciplinary approaches to ancient literature. No advising or grants information provided. No lab affiliations explicitly mentioned.

• Cell Biology
• Reproductive Medicine
• Pregnancy
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Dr. Laura Lindsay is a Lecturer in Anatomy & Histology at the University of Sydney's School of Medical Sciences. Her research focuses on reproductive biology, particularly uterine epithelial cell biology, pregnancy mechanisms, and fertility-related pathologies. She has contributed to studies on cell membrane dynamics, desmosome redistribution, and the role of zinc in non-hormonal contraception. Research Interests Cellular and molecular mechanisms of uterine receptivity Infertility and endometriosis pathogenesis Reproductive physiology across species Role of aquaporins and VEGF in pregnancy Publications Trends Her recent work emphasizes uterine epithelial cell adaptations during early pregnancy, membrane trafficking, and the impact of ovarian hyperstimulation. Key themes include cellular junction remodeling, zinc-based contraception, and comparative reproductive biology in mammals and marine species. Grants 2010: Hormone-responsive uterine epithelial cell culture and implantation process

Alexander Poltorakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunology
• Cell Death
• Inflammation
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Alexander Poltorak is a Professor and Chair of Immunology at Tufts University School of Medicine. He holds additional appointments in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Tufts University, including roles in Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Biology, and Molecular Microbiology programs. His research focuses on cell death and inflammation as critical components of host immune defense against pathogens. Doctor of Philosophy, St. Petersburg State Technological Institute (1990) Bachelor of Science, St. Petersburg University of Humanities and Social Sciences (1984) His lab employs forward genetic analysis in wild-derived mice to uncover regulatory mechanisms of programmed cell death (e.g., pyroptosis, necroptosis) and inflammation. Key discoveries include the role of constitutive type I interferon (IFN-I) in maintaining effector molecules for necroptosis, and the STING-mediated DNA-sensing pathway as a driver of inflammatory responses. The 15 most recent publications highlight his work on TNF signaling in pyroptosis, ZBP1-RIPK1 interactions, CD14’s dual role in death and inflammation, and STING’s influence on T cell transmigration. Keywords span Immunology , Cell Death , Inflammation , and Genetic Analysis , with sub-fields like pyroptosis, necroptosis, and interferon signaling. Dr. Poltorak’s teaching includes Advanced Cellular Immunology and 1st Year Journal Club . He has received multiple NIH grants to study DNA responses, inflammatory signatures in COVID-19 , and the genetic basis of immune stress. Current professional activities include speaking engagements at institutions like Dana Farber Cancer Institute and membership in the American Association of Immunologists.

Daniel Stonesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Tumor-Immune System Interactions
• Immunotherapy
• Molecular Biology
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Daniel Stones is a Senior Lecturer in Biosciences at the University of Gloucestershire, where he teaches across the Animal Biology and Biology Undergraduate programs. His academic credentials include a PhD in Molecular and Cellular Immunology and Oncology from the University of Birmingham (2013), an MRes in the same field from Birmingham (2008), an MSc in Cancer Immunotherapy from the University of Nottingham (2007), and a BSc in Medical Microbiology from the University of Leeds (2005). He is a member of the British Association for Cancer Research. Dr. Stones' research spans two primary domains with significant molecular biology focus: Tumor-immune system interactions and novel tumor-specific targets for immunotherapy Host-pathogen interactions with emphasis on bacterial adhesion mechanisms Effects of diet on gut health in both tumor-immune and pathogen contexts His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to understanding how protein modifications affect immune recognition and how bacterial adhesins facilitate colonization. Recent work shows particular expertise in MHC phosphopeptide recognition, bacterial adhesion inhibitors, and molecular mechanisms of pathogen transmission. His research has translational applications for developing new cancer immunotherapies and antimicrobial strategies. Dr. Stones teaches across multiple bioscience disciplines: Biochemistry Cellular Pathology Microbiology Biotechnology Neuroscience Pharmacology His teaching integrates current research perspectives, particularly in molecular mechanisms of disease and therapeutic intervention strategies. Dr. Stones' work bridges fundamental molecular biology with practical applications for improving human health through better understanding of both cancer and infectious disease processes.

Meiqing Shiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Host-Pathogen Interactions
• Immunology
• Infectious Diseases
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Dr. Meiqing Shi is a Professor in the Department of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Maryland, College Park, affiliated with the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Her research focuses on intravascular immune responses to pathogens like Cryptococcus neoformans and Trypanosoma brucei , particularly their mechanisms of brain invasion and immune evasion. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow, Immunology, University of Saskatchewan, Canada Ph.D., Parasite Immunology, University of Giessen, Germany M.S., Avian Diseases, South China Agricultural University, China D.V.M., Veterinary Medicine, Hunan Agricultural University, China Her lab employs intravital microscopy in mouse models to study dynamic host-pathogen interactions in real-time, emphasizing dendritic cells, T cells, and cytokines in immunopathogenesis. Current projects explore immune cell recruitment to the brain and fungal clearance in lungs. Her work aims to elucidate pathogen survival strategies for therapeutic development. Selected publications highlight trends in Cryptococcus neoformans and Trypanosoma brucei pathogenesis, immune cell dynamics, and liver/macrophage roles in infection control. Collaborative studies extend to Lyme disease vascular transmigration and HIV-related fungal immunity.

Rupert Hallmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cell Dynamics and Imaging
• Extracellular Matrix Biology
• Immune Cell Trafficking
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Prof. Rupert Hallmann is a Professor of Physiological Chemistry & Pathobiochemistry at the Medical Faculty of the University of Münster. He leads the Hallmann Lab within the Institute of Physiological Chemistry and Pathobiochemistry, focusing on cell dynamics, imaging, and extracellular matrix biology. His roles include Vice Dean for Preclinical Affairs and Research Career Development, and membership in the Cells in Motion Cluster of Excellence. Education highlights include a diploma and PhD from the Max Planck Institute for Developmental Biology (1983-1988), postdoctoral training at Stanford Medical School (1988-1990), and habilitation in Immunology at Erlangen University (1998). He has held professorships at Lund University (2002-2005) and Münster since 2005. Research interests center on vascular laminins' roles in immune cell trafficking, endothelial function, and inflammatory processes. His work uses imaging techniques to study cell dynamics in disease contexts like multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Key awards include Teacher of the Year honors (2007, 2009) and DFG postdoctoral fellowships. His lab's activities include pioneering lectures on cell dynamics and participation in microscopy seminars. Current activities include organizing Tuesday Seminars in experimental medicine and leading projects within the Multiscale Imaging Centre. Ongoing work explores matrix biology's impact on immune cell behavior and vascular pathology.

• Inflammation
• Leukocyte Recruitment
• Integrin Activation
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Prof. Dr. med. Alexander Zarbock is a faculty member at the University of Münster in the Medical Faculty , leading the Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine . He participates in the Cells in Motion research network and serves as a supervisor in the CiM-IMPRS Graduate Programme. His research focuses on inflammation , leukocyte recruitment , integrin activation , and organ protection , with significant work on acute kidney injury and acute lung injury . His studies explore mechanisms like neutrophil adhesion , platelet-mediated immune regulation , and signaling pathways in sepsis. Recent publications highlight 2023–2016 research on topics such as Staphylococcus aureus virulence , NETs in organ failure , glutamine’s role in kidney protection , and endothelial junction dynamics . His work spans in vivo models , cell signaling , and imaging techniques . Email: zarbock@uni-muenster.de . Participates in the Imaging Network – Microscopy .

Emma Gordonمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Vascular Biology
• Cell Adhesion
• Signal Transduction
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Dr Emma Gordon is an Adjunct Senior Fellow at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience (IMB), University of Queensland, and Group Leader of the Vessel Dynamics Laboratory. She holds an affiliation with the Centre for Cell Biology of Chronic Disease. Her research focuses on molecular mechanisms governing vascular systems, particularly cell adhesion signaling in endothelial cells and its role in diseases like cancer, diabetic retinopathy, and stroke. Dr Gordon earned her BSc (2005) and PhD (2011) from the University of Adelaide, followed by postdoctoral work at Yale University and Uppsala University. Her research interests include vascular biology, cell adhesion dynamics, and mechanotransduction. She investigates how deregulated molecular signals contribute to vascular dysfunction, aiming to develop therapies for diseases such as cancer metastasis and vascular eye disorders. Key funding includes the ARC DECRA Fellowship (2017–2020) and the National Heart Foundation Future Leader Fellowship (2021–2024). Scientific awards include the ARC DECRA Fellowship and NHMRC Project Grant. Her work spans over 27 peer-reviewed articles, with recent studies exploring c-Src signaling in vascular malformations, SARS-CoV-2 mechanisms, and endothelial cell polarity under shear stress. Dr Gordon supervises PhD and Master's students in vascular biology and mechanobiology. Her lab, Vessel Dynamics Laboratory, focuses on translational research to improve treatments for vascular dysfunction and enable bioengineered organ development. Collaborations include projects on lymphatic maturation, atherosclerosis, and zebrafish models of tumor vasculature.

Alexandre Pratمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroimmunology
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Blood-Brain Barrier
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Dr. Alexandre Prat is a Full Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Montreal Faculty of Medicine and holds the Canada Research Chair in Multiple Sclerosis. He serves as Associate Director of Development at the CRCHUM (CHUM Research Centre) and directs the Neuroimmunology Laboratory, focusing on blood-brain barrier (BBB) dysfunction in multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neuroinflammatory disorders. His work has led to the development of an MCAM-targeting drug in Phase II trials, and he trains the next generation of researchers through mentorship and institutional capacity-building. University of Montreal, Faculty of Medicine (since 2003) CRCHUM (CHUM Research Centre) Neuroimmunology Laboratory Canada Research Chair in Multiple Sclerosis Senior Researcher, FRQ-S Research Focus: Neuroimmunology and blood-brain barrier (BBB) mechanisms in multiple sclerosis (MS), including: BBB permeability and immune cell migration Role of adhesion molecules (MCAM, ALCAM, DICAM) Astrocyte-microglia interactions TH17 lymphocyte pathogenicity Neuroinflammatory cytokine pathways COVID-19 neurological complications Scientific Awards: Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Multiple Sclerosis S. Weir Mitchell Award, American Academy of Neurology Prix André-Dupont, Quebec Clinical Research Club CRCHUM Young Researcher Award Royal Society of Canada College of New Scholars inductee (2015) Training & Grants: Mentored 6 PhD and 13 Master's students. Received 4 CIHR operating grants, 2 CIHR team grants, and 2 Canadian MS Society grants. Key projects include Canadian Progressive Cohort in Multiple Sclerosis and Targeting Novel Adhesion Molecules to Control Neuroinflammation .

• Immunology
• Cancer Biology
• Cell Signaling
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Charlotte Vines serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences within the College of Science at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Her research program focuses on CC Chemokine Receptor 7 (CCR7) signaling in immune cell trafficking and cancer metastasis, particularly in T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL) and central nervous system (CNS) invasion mechanisms. Her laboratory investigates CCR7's role in regulating migration of T cells, B cells, dendritic cells, and cancer cells into lymphoid organs and the brain during homeostasis, immune responses, and disease states. Key research areas include identifying CCR7-dependent signaling pathways that promote leukemic cell invasion of the CNS, developing in vitro blood-brain barrier models for metastasis studies, and exploring GRK/PI3K-mediated regulation of CCR7 trafficking in human T cells. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on CCR7's dual roles in immunology and oncology, with 70% of articles published between 2022-2024 focusing on T-ALL metastasis mechanisms, CNS invasion pathways, and therapeutic targeting strategies. Her work demonstrates consistent integration of molecular signaling studies with translational cancer applications. Dr. Vines has secured NIH funding as indicated by institutional news about "medical breakthroughs," and her research has been featured in UTEP's Summer Symposium for emerging researchers. While specific awards aren't detailed in the source text, her work on CCR7 signaling has established significant contributions to understanding chemokine receptor biology in immune and cancer contexts. Her laboratory actively develops novel models for studying CCR7-mediated processes, including murine T-ALL systems and in vitro blood-brain barrier platforms. Current research directions include identifying signaling targets to block cancer cell chemotaxis and developing anti-CCR7 therapies to prevent CNS metastasis in pediatric leukemia.

Ella Maysamiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Neuroregeneration
• Biomarkers Analysis
• Stroke Regeneration
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Dr. Ella Maysami is a Lecturer in Neuroscience at the School of Life Sciences, Keele University. She holds a PhD from the Medical University of Hannover and has conducted postdoctoral research at institutions including Legacy Health Research Hospital (USA) and the University of Manchester. Her research focuses on neuroregeneration, biomarker analysis, and stroke mechanisms, with over 15 peer-reviewed publications and two book chapters. She teaches modules on Brain Disease, Neuropharmacology, and Special Senses, and contributes to programs in Cognitive Neuroscience and Pharmacology. Dr. Maysami’s educational background includes a 1st-class honors degree from Melli University of Medical Sciences, an MSc in Molecular Genetics from the University of Leicester, and advanced degrees in Higher Education Proficiency (Keele) and Bio-Health Informatics (Sheffield). She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and an accredited external examiner for UK and German institutions. Her professional activities include leadership in AURORA (Advance HE’s women’s leadership initiative) and roles as a reviewer for journals like Stroke and Experimental Neurology . Notable collaborations include work with the European Stroke Consortium and Cyceron (France). Her teaching innovations include hybrid learning approaches for laboratory sessions and assessment design emphasizing global competence. Research Highlights: Neuroregeneration drug discovery, stroke regeneration, biomarker studies Awards: Fellow of Advance HE, External Examiner accreditation Teaching Roles: Module leader for Brain Disease, contributor to MSc Pharmacology programs

Yoko Babaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminology
• Domestic Violence
• Youth Violence
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Yoko Baba is a full professor and chair of the Department of Sociology at San José State University (SJSU). She holds a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Oklahoma (1987) and has been teaching at SJSU since 1990. Her research focuses on domestic violence, youth violence, and the study of Japanese-Brazilian transmigrants in Japan. Notably, she conducted analyses at the Japanese Justice Ministry’s Research and Training Institute (2002–2003) on domestic violence perpetrators, producing a translated report titled *Study Concerning Perpetrators of Domestic Violence (DV) in Japan*. Her teaching includes criminology, victimology, youth offender studies, and graduate-level research methods. Recent co-authored articles have appeared in journals such as *Journal of Ethnic and Cultural Diversity in Social Work*, *Journal of Sociology and Social Welfare*, and *Journal of Gang Research*. Her work bridges sociological theory with applied studies on marginalized communities and criminal justice systems.

Kirsten Martinusمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Economic Geography
• Regional Development and Planning
• Urban Planning and Economic Development
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Kirsten Martinus is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Western Australia's School of Social Sciences. As Director of the Future Regions Lab, she specializes in economic geography, focusing on resource distribution, urban competitiveness, and socio-economic inequality. Her work bridges qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze global, regional, and local economic dynamics. Education: PhD (Curtin University), Bachelor of Economics (University of Western Australia), Diploma in Japanese-English Interpreting. Research Interests: Resource economies (mining, energy), innovation systems in peripheral regions, urban planning, and socio-economic factors influencing regional development. She employs network analysis and comparative studies to explore global-local linkages and policy impacts. Awards: Top cited article in Growth and Change (2023) School of Social Sciences Mid-Career Research Award (2023) Federal Government Award for Best Integration of Technology (2019) Grants & Projects: DECRA Fellowship (2017–2020) on innovation in peripheral regions Battery Industry Hubs Research (2021–2023) RailSmart Wanneroo Smart Cities Program (2018–2021) She leads the Future Regions Lab and collaborates internationally, contributing to policy through reports on agritourism, smart cities, and critical minerals strategies.

Sussan Noursharghمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunology
• Cell Biology
• Vascular Biology
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Sussan Nourshargh is a Professor of Immunopharmacology at Queen Mary University of London, leading the Centre for Microvascular Research within the William Harvey Research Institute. Her work focuses on leukocyte transmigration dynamics and neutrophil interactions in inflammation and vascular biology. She holds a BSc from University College London and a PhD from King’s College London. Education: BSc (UCL), PhD (King’s College London) Affiliations: William Harvey Research Institute, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Her research employs intravital microscopy to study real-time neutrophil-endothelial interactions in health and disease, with a focus on pathological inflammation and its impact on organ damage. Key areas include autophagy’s role in endothelial barriers and age-related changes in inflammatory responses. Recent work includes landmark studies on neutrophil trafficking mechanisms published in Immunity (2021). Her awards include the Gabor Kaley Prize (2016) and Wellcome Trust Investigator Award (2020). Grants: Wellcome Trust Investigator Award, MRC Programme Grant (2020) Students/Trainees: Navid Mousavi (PhD student) She collaborates with institutions like the Max Planck Institute and Harvard Medical School, and leads a lab with multidisciplinary expertise in microscopy and molecular biology.