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Dana Holgerمشاهده پروفایل

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Nova Southeastern UniversityUnited States

Dana Holger is an Assistant Professor at the Barry and Judy Silverman College of Pharmacy, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale/Davie, since 2022. She holds a Pharm.D. and MPH, and is a licensed Consultant Pharmacist in Florida. Education : Pharm.D. (Nova Southeastern University), Master in Public Health (Wayne State University) Research Focus : Multidrug-resistant bacterial infections, phage-antibiotic synergy, health outcomes, biofilm modeling, and antimicrobial stewardship. Her key research areas include: Pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic modeling of antimicrobials Quantification of outer membrane vesicle production Evaluation of novel therapeutic strategies against drug-resistant pathogens Use of electronic health records and REDCap for clinical data Recent publications (2024-2022) span Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy , PLoS One , and Infectious Disease Therapy , focusing on phage-antibiotic combinations, drug-resistant tuberculosis, and clinical outcomes in multidrug-resistant infections. She serves as Program Director for the Infectious Diseases Health Outcomes Research Fellowship at her college.

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Caetano Antunesمشاهده پروفایل

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University of KansasUnited States

Caetano Antunes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences at the University of Kansas, where he joined in January 2023 after transitioning from Fundação Oswaldo Cruz in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. His research program focuses on host-microbe interactions with particular emphasis on small molecules in the gut metabolome and their effects on bacterial pathogen behavior. Dr. Antunes earned his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Microbiology from Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (2000, 2002), completed his Ph.D. at the University of Iowa (2007), and conducted post-doctoral research at the University of British Columbia (2008-2012). His work bridges microbiology, metabolomics, and molecular biology to understand how microbial metabolites influence pathogen virulence and host responses. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on gut microbiome-derived small molecules and their regulatory effects on bacterial pathogens like Salmonella and Vibrio cholerae. His research spans from basic molecular mechanisms to potential therapeutic applications targeting pathogen virulence without directly killing bacteria, representing a promising antivirulence approach to combat antibiotic resistance. Dr. Antunes teaches courses including Introduction to Honors Research, Immunology Laboratory, Rigor and Reproducibility in Research, and Advanced Molecular Genetics, demonstrating his commitment to training the next generation of scientists in both foundational and advanced molecular techniques.

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Anna Greenمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Massachusetts AmherstUnited States

Anna Green is an Assistant Professor at the Manning College of Information & Computer Sciences (CICS) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She directs the Sequence Analysis and Genomics (SAGE) lab, which focuses on developing computational methods to understand genetic variation, with special emphasis on antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Her research integrates machine learning with genomic analysis to predict antibiotic resistance and understand its genetic basis. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow in Biomedical Informatics (2023) - Harvard Medical School PhD in Systems Biology (2019) - Harvard University BS in Molecular and Cell Biology (2013) - University of Connecticut Her research program at SAGE Lab focuses on: Applying machine learning to genomic sequences to predict antibiotic resistance Developing interpretable models of resistance mechanisms in bacteria Studying evolutionary patterns in Mycobacterium tuberculosis populations Discovering protein interactions through computational analysis of genomic sequences Building frameworks for coevolutionary sequence analysis Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on antimicrobial resistance mechanisms in tuberculosis using cutting-edge computational approaches. Research spans machine learning applications, genomic dependency analysis, transcriptomic responses, and protein interaction mapping, consistently addressing public health challenges posed by evolving bacterial resistance. Dr. Green teaches several courses including: Introduction to Computational Biology and Bioinformatics (INFO 390C) Computational Biology and Bioinformatics (CS 690U) Machine learning on biological sequence data (CS 692X) She directs the SAGE Lab at UMass Amherst, where her team develops computational methods to combat antibiotic resistance through genomic analysis and predictive modeling.

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Thomas Cokelaerمشاهده پروفایل

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Pasteur InstituteFrance

Thomas Cokelaer is a researcher at the Institut Pasteur, affiliated with the Bioinformatics and Biostatistics HUB and based at the Platform Biomics. Since October 2018, he has led the SALSA (dry-lab) group, focusing on bioinformatics software development and data analysis. His interdisciplinary background spans astronomy, plant modeling, systems biology, and drug discovery. Institution: Institut Pasteur Unit: Bioinformatics and Biostatistics HUB Platform: Platform Biomics Group: SALSA (dry-lab group) leader His research interests center on bioinformatics, next-generation sequencing (NGS) analysis, machine learning, data visualization, and reproducible research. He develops and maintains several widely used open-source tools including Sequana (NGS pipelines), BioServices (biological web services), Bioconvert (format conversion), Sequanix (GUI for Snakemake), and GDSCTools (pharmacogenomics). He is deeply committed to promoting reproducibility in computational research through initiatives like reprohackathons. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in computational biology, with a focus on developing bioinformatics methodologies, improving data analysis workflows, and applying these tools to diverse biological problems such as fungal pathogenesis, cancer pharmacogenomics, mitochondrial metabolism, and viral evolution. The work spans genomics, transcriptomics, systems biology, and software engineering. He has contributed to numerous scientific software projects as Principal Investigator, including Sequana, Bioconvert, GDSCTools, DREAMTools, and Sequanix. He has also taught courses in scientific programming with Python and reproducible data analysis at the Institut Pasteur. His collaborative network includes researchers from EMBL-EBI, Sanger Institute, INRIA, and international partners within the Pasteur Network. The SALSA group hosts master’s students and visiting researchers annually.

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Justin J. Kastnerمشاهده پروفایل

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Kansas State UniversityUnited States

Justin J. Kastner is a Professor at Kansas State University (KSU) in the College of Veterinary Medicine's Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology Department. He serves as a past director of the University Honors Program (2013-2016) and is an ordained Anglican priest emphasizing life-purpose themes. His academic roles span teaching, research, and public service, with a focus on interdisciplinary education and global health policy. Education: PhD 2003, University of Guelph (Canada) PgDip 2000, University of Edinburgh (UK) MSc 2000, London South Bank University (UK) BS 1998, Kansas State University Research Interests: Dr. Kastner’s work bridges veterinary medicine, public health, and policy. His areas include global food systems, trade policy, economic history, and interdisciplinary scholarship. He pioneered the Frontier Field Trip model, integrating experiential learning through visits to trade ports, government offices, and museums to foster multidisciplinary thinking. Grants & Service: He led $2.5M in grants from USDA and DHS for international capacity-building programs, training professionals from 12+ countries in food safety and agricultural health. His work emphasizes global cooperation in addressing transnational health challenges. Awards: Truman Scholar (1997) Fulbright Scholar (1998-1999) Rotary Scholar (1999-2000) Labs/Teams: The Frontier Field Trip program engages students in real-world research, with 39+ excursions since its inception. Collaborations include Dr. Jason Ackleson (Virginia), focusing on food safety regulations and historical public health case studies.

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Zubair Kabirمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

University College CorkIreland

Zubair Kabir is a Senior Lecturer in Public Health and Academic Director of the Master of Public Health (MPH) program at University College Cork (UCC). He holds dual roles in academia and global health research, serving as the country lead for Ireland in the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study since 2016. His work has contributed to over 70 GBD-related publications, earning him recognition as the most cited Irish researcher in his field since 2019. Dr. Kabir’s research focuses on tobacco control, alcohol policy, and non-communicable disease (NCD) epidemiology, with a particular emphasis on policy-informed research. He pioneered the Irish CHD IMPACT model, instrumental in shaping Ireland’s cardiovascular health strategy and Healthy Ireland Framework. His contributions to the GBD Study have impacted global health policy, including WHO reports and OECD publications. He leads the Irish Burden of Disease (I-BoD) Research Group, fostering capacity-building through training master’s students in BoD methodology. His recent work includes alcohol policy research (e.g., estimating alcohol-attributable deaths in Ireland), tuberculosis epidemiology in migrant populations, and mental health studies among cancer patients. He also investigates the health impacts of obesity, aging, and long-COVID in Ireland. Dr. Kabir has secured significant funding, including EU COST Action grants and HRB awards, and serves on national health committees such as the Health Research Consent Declaration Committee (HRCDC). His awards include the American College of Chest Physicians Fellowship (2014) for excellence in tobacco control advocacy. His academic career spans postdoctoral fellowships at Harvard and Trinity College Dublin, and he holds a PG Diploma in Higher Teaching & Learning. Key contributions include co-editing Tobacco Use Insights, co-authoring WHO policy reports, and advancing dental public health through GBD-linked studies on oral cancer.

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Tan Cher Hengمشاهده پروفایل

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Nanyang Technological UniversitySingapore

Associate Professor Tan Cher Heng is an Associate Professor at the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (Nanyang Technological University Singapore) and Assistant Dean (Clinical Research). He serves as a Senior Consultant at Tan Tock Seng Hospital's Department of Diagnostic Radiology and holds leadership roles in the National Healthcare Group (NHG) as Group Chief Research and Innovation Officer and Director of the Academic Partnerships Office. His expertise spans radiology, artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, and clinical research innovation. He completed an MBBS (Singapore), FRCR (UK), and an Executive MBA from Insead. Education: MBBS, Singapore FRCR (UK) Abdominal Imaging Fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center Executive MBA from Insead Research Interests: His work focuses on advancing AI-driven diagnostics in radiology, optimizing imaging techniques for liver and prostate cancers, and translating clinical research into healthcare practice. He has pioneered initiatives like the national imaging AI platform (AimSG) and contributed to guidelines for imaging appropriateness and technology adoption. His research bridges clinical practice, innovation, and population health. Articles Summary: Recent publications emphasize AI applications in pneumonia diagnosis, radiology education, and liver/prostate cancer imaging. Themes include AI ethics, imaging cost-effectiveness, and guideline adaptation for diseases like tuberculosis and COVID-19. His work highlights leveraging technology to improve diagnostic accuracy and healthcare accessibility. Labs/Teams: He leads the Academic Partnerships Office and collaborates with global networks like the Asian Oceanian Society of Radiology. His roles in NHG and LKCMedicine drive cross-disciplinary projects in AI, clinical research, and medical innovation.

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Syon Bhanotمشاهده پروفایل

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Swarthmore CollegeUnited States

Syon Bhanot is an Associate Professor of Economics at Swarthmore College , with additional appointments as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania). He specializes in behavioral economics , public economics , and experimental economics , focusing on pro-social behavior , decision-making , and development economics . Academic Affiliate, Office of Evaluation Sciences Board Member, Busara Center for Behavioral Economics Senior Researcher, MIT Applied Cooperation Initiative Co-Founder, Philadelphia Behavioral Science Initiative Member, American Economic Association His research emphasizes field experiments using behavioral science concepts to influence decision-making, with applications in public policy , poverty reduction , and environmental sustainability . Recent publications explore topics like political messaging effects , administrative burden reduction , and social norm influences on conservation behavior. His work has appeared in journals like The New England Journal of Medicine , Journal of Development Economics , and Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes . He is a frequent media commentator in outlets including the New York Times , NPR , and The Philadelphia Inquirer , with notable contributions on quarantine compliance and vaccine hesitancy . His interdisciplinary approach bridges economics with environmental studies and public health .

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Colleen Bannon Bushellمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignUnited States

Colleen Bannon Bushell serves as a Research Associate Professor in Biomedical and Translational Sciences at the University of Illinois. She also holds the position of Director of the Healthcare Innovation Program Office at the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) and is an Affiliate at the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology, including the Personalized Nutrition Initiative. Dr. Bushell's research spans multiple interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of biomedical science, data analytics, and clinical applications. Her work focuses on developing novel diagnostic approaches and biomarkers for various conditions including tuberculosis, cancer, and microbiome-related disorders. She applies advanced computational methods to analyze complex biological data, with particular expertise in cytokine profiling, label-free imaging techniques, and microbiome analysis. Her publication record demonstrates a strong focus on translating basic science discoveries into clinical applications. Recent work shows expertise in tuberculosis diagnostics using multiplexed cytokine profiling, cancer research using patient-derived xenograft models, and nutritional biomarker development through microbiome analysis. Her research bridges computational approaches with biomedical applications, particularly in the areas of infectious disease, oncology, and nutritional science. Dr. Bushell collaborates extensively across disciplines, working with researchers in statistics, computer science, microbiology, and clinical medicine. Her work has received attention across multiple platforms, with mentions in news outlets, blog posts, and patent applications related to her biomarker research. She directs the Healthcare Innovation Program Office at NCSA, indicating leadership in applying computational resources to healthcare challenges. Her affiliation with the Personalized Nutrition Initiative suggests involvement in research connecting dietary patterns, microbiome composition, and health outcomes.

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Maria Jose Soler Sempereمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

Miguel Hernández University of ElcheSpain

Maria Jose Soler Sempere serves as a Part-time Lecturer in the Department of Clinical Medicine at Miguel Hernandez University of Elche, specializing in Pulmonary Diseases within the Health Sciences category. Her teaching portfolio encompasses laboratory instruction for Integrated Workshops III, Internal Medicine Rotations I/II, and Respiratory System Pathology in the Medicine Bachelor's program, alongside General Pathology for Podiatry students. Her research concentrates on clinical pulmonology with emphases on COPD pathophysiology, asthma management complexities, pleural disease diagnostics, and pandemic-related respiratory impacts. Key investigations explore treatment adherence barriers including nocebo effects in inhaler therapy, novel biomarkers for effusion differentiation, and microplastic exposure from tobacco combustion. Publication trends reveal consistent clinical focus with evolving pandemic-era priorities: pre-2020 work centered on tuberculosis diagnostics and pleural biomarkers (C-reactive protein, cystatin C), while recent studies analyze COPD/asthma interactions with SARS-CoV-2, sarcopenia in exacerbations, and home management of pleural catheters. Her methodology favors observational clinical studies with biochemical and epidemiological analyses.

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Jason Besteمشاهده پروفایل

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Creighton UniversityUnited States

Dr. Jason Beste, MD, MPH, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Clinical Research and Public Health at Creighton University School of Medicine. He serves as Executive Director of the Arrupe Global Scholars and Partnerships Program, focusing on health systems strengthening in post-conflict settings. A dual graduate of Creighton University (undergraduate and medical degree), he completed residency training at Albert Einstein School of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center and an Infectious Disease fellowship with an MPH at the University of Washington. Education Creighton University: Undergraduate Degree Creighton University School of Medicine: MD University of Washington: MPH, Infectious Disease Fellowship Albert Einstein School of Medicine: Internal Medicine Residency Dr. Beste specializes in health systems strengthening in post-conflict environments, with extensive experience in Liberia, Malawi, and Mozambique. His work addresses health equity, infectious disease management, and primary care delivery in resource-limited settings. He previously held faculty appointments at Harvard Medical School and the University of Washington, where he contributed to global health education and research. His research spans HIV/TB diagnostics , post-Ebola recovery , and structural drivers of health disparities . Recent publications analyze mental health screening tools in Liberia, HIV care models in Malawi, and ART scale-up strategies in Ukraine. Dr. Beste co-chaired the Liberia NCDI Poverty Commission Report, advocating for non-communicable disease integration in post-conflict health systems. Currently, he leads global health initiatives through Creighton University's Arrupe Global Scholars program, fostering partnerships to improve healthcare access in underserved regions.

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Rachael Fiewegerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

Cornell UniversityUnited States

Rachael Fieweger serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology within Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), actively contributing to academic instruction and research. She is also engaged with the Cornell Prison Education Program, expanding access to higher education for incarcerated populations across Upstate New York. Her academic credentials include: Associate of Arts and Science (2014) Bachelor of Science in Genetics, University of Wisconsin–Madison (2016) Ph.D. in Microbiology, Cornell University (2023) Dr. Fieweger's research centers on Mycobacterium tuberculosis lipid assimilation pathways and their critical role in bacterial virulence during host infection. Her work bridges microbiology, infectious disease mechanisms, and tuberculosis pathogenesis, with implications for novel therapeutic development. This specialization positions her at the intersection of bacterial metabolism and host-pathogen interactions, addressing a major global health challenge through molecular-level investigation of pathogen survival strategies.

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Theodore Cohenمشاهده پروفایل

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Stanford UniversityUnited States

Dr. Theodore Cohen is a Professor of Epidemiology (Microbial Diseases) at the Yale School of Public Health. His primary research focus is tuberculosis, with particular interest in understanding how TB drug-resistance and medical comorbidities such as HIV frustrate current efforts to control epidemics. His work includes mathematical modeling, fieldwork, and analysis of programmatic data. Education: DPH, Harvard School of Public Health (2006) MPH, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (2001) MD, Duke University (2001) BA in Neuroscience, Oberlin College (1996) Dr. Cohen's research interests span tuberculosis epidemiology, drug resistance, HIV-TB co-infections, mathematical modeling of infectious diseases, and health disparities in TB outcomes. His work focuses on developing more effective approaches to limit TB morbidity through targeted interventions and improved understanding of transmission dynamics. He examines racial and ethnic disparities in TB incidence and outcomes, particularly among US-born populations. Analysis of Dr. Cohen's recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on tuberculosis epidemiology, with particular attention to health disparities, cost-effectiveness of interventions, and the impact of comorbidities like HIV and diabetes on TB outcomes. His work frequently employs mathematical modeling and analysis of large datasets to understand TB transmission dynamics and evaluate intervention strategies across diverse populations in the United States. Scientific Awards: Elected member, Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering (2022) NIH New Innovator Award (2009) Merck Manual Scholar, Duke University School of Medicine (2001) Alpha Omega Alpha, Duke University School of Medicine (2000) Senior Scholarship Recipient, Duke University School of Medicine (2000) Dr. Cohen's research program is currently funded by NIH and US CDC Awards. His work includes multiple NIH-funded projects, including a R01 grant focused on evaluating health and economic effects of targeted strategies in TB/HIV epidemics (2014-2018), participation in the MIDAS Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics (2014-2019), and projects with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation on TB modeling and drug dosing optimization. Dr. Cohen leads the Ted Cohen Group (T Cohen Lab) at Yale, which focuses on infectious disease epidemiology, particularly tuberculosis. His lab conducts research on TB transmission dynamics, mathematical modeling of epidemics, and analysis of programmatic data to inform public health interventions. The lab is part of the Yale Institute for Global Health and the Yale-UPR Integrated HIV Basic and Clinical Sciences Initiative.

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Joseph Zuntمشاهده پروفایل

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University of WashingtonUnited States

Dr. Joseph Zunt is a Professor at the University of Washington (UW) , holding appointments in the Departments of Neurology , Global Health , Epidemiology , and Medicine - Allergy and Infectious Diseases . He is based at Harborview Medical Center , Seattle, WA, and serves as a key figure in global health research, particularly focusing on neuro-infectious diseases. Education : MPH (University of Washington, 1998) MD (University of Minnesota, 1991) BA (University of Minnesota) His research spans infectious diseases , neurology , and tropical medicine , with a focus on neuro-infectious conditions like HTLV-1, HIV, and neurocysticercosis in Peru and other low-resource settings. He has contributed significantly to understanding CNS infections, developing surveillance systems for meningitis/encephalitis, and improving diagnostics for marginalized populations. Dr. Zunt has mentored 80 US and Peruvian medical students and physicians since 2004 through the NIH Fogarty Global Health Fellows Program and the Northern Pacific Global Health Consortium , which has trained 172 trainees in 8 countries. His work integrates global health , research ethics , and capacity building .

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Laura Powerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

University of Michigan-Ann ArborUnited States

Laura Power serves as Clinical Associate Professor in Epidemiology at the University of Michigan School of Public Health and Infectious Diseases (Internal Medicine), directing the Office of Public Health Practice. Her work bridges medical practice and public health through experiential learning, workforce development, and infectious disease epidemiology initiatives. Her educational background includes: BA from Albion College (1998) MD from Wayne State University School of Medicine (2002) MPH from University of Michigan School of Public Health (2015) Her research centers on public health practice systems, workforce capacity building, and infectious disease prevention. Recent projects include HRSA-funded Region V Public Health Training Center and Preventive Medicine Residency Program, focusing on applied epidemiology and outbreak response training. Her scholarly work demonstrates consistent emphasis on antimicrobial resistance, diagnostic accuracy, and translational public health practice. Her 15 most recent publications reveal strong focus on infectious disease epidemiology (73%), public health practice systems (60%), and antimicrobial resistance (47%), with growing emphasis on workforce development and outbreak response since 2016. Key trends include methodological innovation in surveillance systems and practical interventions for healthcare-associated infections. Dr. Power actively mentors students through the Public Health Action Support Team (PHAST) and Public Health in Action courses, connecting academic training with community practice. Her HRSA-funded programs support over 200 public health practitioners annually through the Region V Leadership Institute and residency training. She leads the Office of Public Health Practice, Region V Public Health Training Center, and Public Health Prepared program—fostering partnerships between academic, governmental, and community health organizations to enhance outbreak response capacity.

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