جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Neuroinflammation
• Cardiovascular Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aline C Oliveira is an Assistant Professor in the Department of MD-PHARMACOLOGY / THERAPEUTICS at the University of Florida. Her research focuses on the brain’s role in cardiopulmonary diseases, particularly pulmonary hypertension (PH), aiming to identify novel therapeutic targets. She leads the Oliveira Lab, which uses cutting-edge neuroscience techniques alongside pulmonary hemodynamic analyses to investigate neuroinflammation and microglial contributions to PH. Education: PhD in Physiology (2016) from Federal University of Minas Gerais, MSc in Physiology (2012) from Federal University of Minas Gerais, and a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy (2010) from Pontifical Catholic University of Minas Gerais. Research Interests: Neuroinflammation, microglial activation, gut-lung-brain axis interactions, pulmonary vascular remodeling, and translational therapies for PH. Her work highlights the critical role of activated microglia in autonomic nervous system dysfunction, linking brain pathology to systemic cardiovascular diseases. Key Grants: Principal Investigator: Neuroimmune axis contribution to pulmonary hypertension (NHLBI, 2024–present) Principal Investigator: Neuroimmune axis studies (NHLBI, 2023–2024) Principal Investigator: Neuroinflammation in PH (American Heart Association, 2020–2021) Scientific Awards: Multiple recognitions including 2nd Place in Early Career Showcase (2023, 2019), American Heart Association Postdoctoral Fellowship, and Best Poster Awards. Labs/Teams: Leads the Oliveira Lab, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to explore brain-gut-lung interactions and microglial biology. Current projects include STING signaling in PH, ACE2 overexpression therapies, and microbiota modulation strategies.

Brent Hillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Bone Biology
• Estrogen Effects on Vascular and Skeletal Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brent Hill, Ph.D., is a Professor and Chair of the Biology Department at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA). He joined UCA in 2003. His research focuses on the impact of female sex hormones, particularly estrogen, on cardiovascular and skeletal systems, including estrogen's effects on calcium regulatory proteins in vasculature and bone biophysical properties. He teaches courses such as Cardiovascular Physiology, Cell Biology, and Biology for General Education. Education: B.A., Biology, Luther College, 1993 M.S., Veterinary Physiology & Pharmacology, Iowa State University, 1995 Ph.D., Medical Physiology, University of Missouri, 2000 Research Interests: Dr. Hill’s work investigates how estrogen influences calcium-regulatory proteins in blood vessels and bone strength. Key questions include estrogen’s role in vascular calcium channel regulation and its effects on bone structure under conditions like simulated microgravity. His studies combine molecular biology, pharmacology, and biomechanical analyses. His publications highlight advancements in understanding estrogen’s non-genomic effects on coronary arteries and bone health. Dr. Hill is also an advocate for integrating physiology into undergraduate curricula, emphasizing hands-on teaching methods like the frog heart preparation for vascular studies.

Elisabet Sarriمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Tissue Repair and Regeneration
• Wound Healing
• Extracellular Matrix Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elisabet Sarri is a PartTime Lecturer at the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Vic - Central University of Catalonia and concurrently holds a part-time lecturing position at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona. She is an active member of the Research Line on Mechanisms of Tissue Repair and Regeneration at the University of Vic, with her primary affiliation evidenced by her institutional email (elisabet.sarri@uvic.cat) and ORCID profile through URECERCA. Her academic foundation includes a Biology degree (1989), Master's (1991), and doctoral thesis on neurotransmission mechanisms (1996) from the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Her educational journey involved research stays at the University of Mainz, University of Extremadura, and Institute of Biomedical Research of Barcelona. Sarri's research centers on tissue repair and regeneration, with specific focus on cell-extracellular matrix interactions in arterial walls and complex wound healing. Her work spans vascular biology in Marfan syndrome, intracellular signaling mechanisms, phospholipid metabolism, and membrane trafficking. She actively contributes to biomedical education through problem-based learning methodologies and outreach programs like the Biomedicine Workshops for high school students. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal a strategic shift toward clinical wound healing therapies and medical education research, while her foundational work (2007-2016) established significant contributions to Marfan syndrome pathophysiology and phospholipid signaling pathways in vesicular transport. She has secured and led research projects including FIS-2003 and Marato TV3-2012, contributing to eight additional projects. Currently, she supervises doctoral candidates Clara Masó (micrografting for complex wounds) and Marta Casals (patient empowerment in wound self-care) through AGAUR-funded industrial doctorates at TR2Lab and Hospital Universitari de la Santa Creu de Vic. Sarri operates within TR2Lab's research ecosystem, directing the Educational Biomedicine Program that has engaged over 1,000 high school students since 2015. Her work bridges laboratory research on tissue regeneration with clinical applications in vascular pathology and wound management, while maintaining active teaching roles in histology and microscopic organography.

Karl-Heinz Jöckelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistics
• Demography
• Epidemiological methods
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Karl-Heinz Jöckel is a Professor at the Medical Faculty of the University of Duisburg-Essen, serving as Deputy Managing Director of the Institute for Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology (IMIBE) since 2020. Previously, he was Director of IMIBE from 1994 to 2019, Dean of the Medical Faculty (2004–2008), and Vice Rector/Rector of the University of Essen (2001–2002). Education: 1977: Diploma in Mathematics (M.A. equivalent), Münster University 1982: Doctorate (Dr. rer.nat.) in Statistics, Dortmund University 1989: Habilitation in Applied Statistics, Dortmund University With expertise spanning Statistics, Biometry, and Medical Informatics , Jöckel's research focuses on Epidemiological Methods, Clinical Trials, and Genetic Epidemiology applied to cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Recent work examines coronary artery calcification, lipid GWAS, shift work impacts on mental health, and SYNERGY consortium findings on occupational carcinogens. His 2019–2021 publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of biostatistics in Cardiovascular Risk Prediction , Occupational Health , and Endocrine Epidemiology . He has received prestigious recognition as a Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher and holds Honorary Membership in the German Association for Medical Informatics, Biometry and Epidemiology. Jöckel has led major studies like the Heinz Nixdorf Recall Study and contributed to guidelines for PET-guided lymphoma therapies. His career integrates academic leadership with methodological innovation in public health.

Susan Wrayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Smooth muscle physiology
• Reproduction
• Cell signalling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Susan Wray is a Professor of Cellular and Molecular Physiology at the School of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool. She serves as Director of the Centre for Better Births and Co-Director of the Harris/WoW Centre for Preterm Birth Research, focusing on uterine physiology to improve pregnancy outcomes globally. Her academic career spans over three decades at the University of Liverpool, where she was appointed to a personal chair in 1996 and served as Head of Department (2004-2008). University of Liverpool Centre for Better Births Harris/WoW Centre for Preterm Birth Research She is a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (2002) and the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (2006). She received the Joan Mott Prize Lecture (2006), a Wolfson Foundation Award (2009), and recognition as a Liverpool Knowledge Hero (2012). Her research bridges smooth muscle physiology, cell signaling, and obstetric challenges including preterm birth and obesity-related complications. Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (FMedSci) Honorary Fellow of Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRCOG) Joan Mott Prize Lecture (2006) Wolfson Foundation Award (2009) Liverpool Knowledge Hero (Echo, 2012) Wray's work includes extensive grant funding from organizations like the British Heart Foundation, Wellcome Trust, Medical Research Council, and Department of Health & Social Care. She has supervised numerous PhD students, exploring topics such as extracellular acidification, hypoxia, hydrogen sulfide, and prostaglandin effects on uterine contractility. She is a dedicated advocate for gender equality, serving as the University’s Director for Gender Equality via the Athena SWAN Charter. A skilled communicator, she has appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live, Woman’s Hour, and contributes to public science through media engagement and the BA Festival of Science presentation 'Womb Wars'.

Cressida Lyonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Cardiovascular Science
• Vascular Biology
• Atherosclerosis
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Cressida Lyon is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Life Sciences within the Faculty of Science at the University of Bath. She serves as Director of Studies for the Biomedical Sciences programmes and is actively engaged in pedagogic research and biosciences education. Her academic journey began with a PhD in Cardiovascular Science from the University of Bristol, followed by over a decade of post-doctoral research at the same institution. Education: PhD in Cardiovascular Science, University of Bristol (2003–2006) BSc in Biochemistry, Imperial College London (2000–2003) Her research expertise spans both cardiovascular biology and educational innovation. Early research focused on the role of N-cadherin in vascular smooth muscle cells and atherosclerosis. Currently, her pedagogic research emphasizes active engagement with feedback through ePortfolio systems, Team Based Learning , and enhancing inclusivity in biosciences education . She supervises undergraduate research projects and provides personal tutoring. The recent publication trend reflects a shift from vascular biology to educational scholarship, with her most recent contribution being an editorial on cellular reprogramming in 2023. Earlier works (2011–2017) centered on molecular mechanisms of vascular disease, particularly targeting N-cadherin pathways for therapeutic intervention in atherosclerosis and aneurysm. Scientific Awards: Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2024) Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2020) She has held external roles including Senior Research Associate and Research Associate at the University of Bristol, and a Programme Manager position at the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). While no formal advisees are listed, she mentors undergraduate students through research projects and personal tutoring. There is no mention of specific research labs or collaborative teams in the provided text.

Mercedes Balcells-Campsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Tissue Engineering
• Medical Engineering
• Vascular Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mercedes Balcells-Camps is a Principal Research Scientist at MIT's Institute of Medical Engineering & Science and a Profesora Titular in Bioengineering at Ramon Llull University's Institut Químic de Sarrià. She directs the MIT-Spain Program, fostering academic-industrial collaborations. Education: PhD in Macromolecular Chemistry, RWTH Aachen (1999) MS in Chemistry, Ramon Llull University (1996) MS in Chemical Engineering, Institut Químic de Sarrià (1995) Research Interests focus on tissue engineering , particularly endothelial cell dynamics and microvascular disease . Her work bridges cardiovascular and neuroscience domains, integrating computational modeling , animal models , and cell signaling studies to address vascular injury and neurodegeneration. Key article trends reveal interdisciplinary exploration of Shear stress effects on barrier phenotypes Biomarker expression in atherosclerosis Regenerative strategies using cell implants Uremic thrombosis mechanisms Botanical therapies for vascular disease 3D scaffold optimization for cartilage regeneration Scientific Awards Cross of the Order of the Civil Merit (2011) Borchers-Plakette for Best PhD (1999) La Caixa-DAAD PhD Fellowship (1996-1999) Caixa Manresa Business Plan Competition Winner (2010) Catalan AQU Advanced Research Accreditation (2015) Mentorship & Grants include founding Spain's Regenear startup and chairing MIT's IDEA 2 Global program. She mentors interdisciplinary teams in biomedical innovation and collaborative research , with roles as grant reviewer for Spain's MINECO and Catalonia's AGAUR.

• Physiology
• Pharmacology
• Ion Channels
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Donald R. Matteson, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacology & Physiology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Medicine. He concurrently serves as Assistant Dean for Student Research Education & Dual Degree Programs and Director of Student Research Education and Dual Degree Programs. His academic credentials include: B.S. from M.I.T., Cambridge, MA Ph.D. from S.U.N.Y. Syracuse, Syracuse, NY Postdoctoral training at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA Matteson's research investigates ion channel physiology in vascular smooth muscle and neurons, with emphasis on voltage-gated sodium channels, L-type calcium channels, and Na+/Ca2+ exchangers in blood pressure regulation. His work has direct implications for hypertension therapeutics. As a medical educator, he developed the Foundations of Research and Critical Thinking course and co-authored the textbook 'Cellular Physiology and Neurophysiology'. Publication analysis (1994-2010) reveals progression from neurophysiology (scorpion toxin studies on neuronal K+ channels) to cardiovascular mechanisms, with recent work using genetic knockouts to dissect ion transporter roles in vascular function. Key methodologies include electrophysiology and molecular modeling. Scientific Awards: No awards specified in source material Matteson oversees mandatory scholarly projects for all medical students and directs MD/MS dual degree programs. He serves as Course Director for Functional Systems (physiology), Core Course (Mechanisms in Biomedical Sciences), and Pathophysiology and Therapeutics, demonstrating significant educational leadership despite unspecified grant details. His research operates within the Department of Pharmacology & Physiology, focusing on molecular mechanisms of ion transport in vascular tissues through collaborative projects with the Blaustein laboratory.

Justin Denisetمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cardio-Immunology
• Vascular Biology
• Inflammation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Justin Deniset is an Assistant Professor at the Cumming School of Medicine , University of Calgary , holding dual appointments in the Department of Cardiac Sciences and Department of Physiology and Pharmacology . His research focuses on cardio-immunology , investigating how the immune system contributes to cardiac function and repair post-injury. Education: Undergraduate at St-Boniface University, Ph.D. in Physiology and Pathophysiology at University of Manitoba under Dr. Grant Pierce, Post-Doctoral Fellow at University of Calgary under Dr. Paul Kubes Research Areas: Immune regulation in cardiac repair, vascular remodelling, inflammation in ischemic injury, and therapeutic applications of biomaterials His recent publications in Journal of Experimental Medicine and Immunity highlight his work on neutrophil dynamics, biomaterials for cardiac regeneration, and inflammatory pathways post-surgery. Collaborations with the Libin Cardiovascular Institute emphasize translational approaches to cardiovascular disease. He maintains a laboratory in the HRICGC47 facility, supported by lab manager Ben Lee and administrative assistant Brian Kitagawa .

Edwin Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiac Physiology
• Excitation-Contraction Coupling
• Calcium Signaling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Edwin Moore is Professor and Head of the Department of Cellular and Physiological Sciences at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on excitation-contraction coupling mechanisms in cardiac and smooth muscle cells. B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Physiology from the University of Toronto Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the Mayo Clinic Research Interests: Dr. Moore's laboratory investigates the type-2 cardiac ryanodine receptor (RyR2) that regulate cardiac contractile force through calcium release dynamics. His team examines RyR2 position/function in normal and diseased tissue using: Transmission electron microscopy Electron tomography 3D superresolution immunofluorescence Transgenic mouse models Ca 2+ spark/transient analyses Biochemical approaches Scientific Collaborations: The lab collaborates with Dr. Keng Chou (Chemistry Dept.) for dSTORM system development and is part of UBC's Cardiovascular Research Group . Current projects include: Investigating RyR2 variants' pathogenicity using iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes Studying dynamic RyR2 interactions through post-translational modifications Developing novel correlative microscopy techniques Lab Members: The interdisciplinary team includes Dr. Parisa Asghari (Research Associate), Dr. David Scriven (Research Associate), and Saif Dababneh (MD/PhD student).

Michael Autieriمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vascular Inflammation
• Anti-inflammatory Cytokines
• Vascular Occlusive Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael Autieri is a Professor and Director at the Lemole Center for Integrated Lymphatics and Vascular Research , Associate Director of the Cardiovascular Research Center , and holds affiliations with the Center for Metabolic Disease Research and Sol Sherry Thrombosis Research Center at Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University . He earned his PhD from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, PA. Research Focus: Regulation of vascular inflammation via endogenous anti-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., IL-19), mechanisms of atherosclerosis, restenosis, allograft vasculopathy, and therapeutic angiogenesis for peripheral vascular disease. Key Contributions: IL-19's role in macrophage polarization, cholesterol homeostasis, endothelial/smooth muscle proliferation, and mRNA stability. Recent work includes FXR1 regulation of vascular contractility, mitochondrial fission in hypertension, and neuro-lymphatic communication via CXCL12/CXCR4. Article Trends: Over 15 most recent publications, Autieri's work spans RNA biology (e.g., FXR1, ILF3), lymphatic-vascular crosstalk (e.g., IL-19, Prox1), metabolic-inflammatory syndromes (e.g., LDLRAP1, adipose dysfunction), and novel therapeutic targets (e.g., stress granules, chemokine signaling). His research integrates vascular biology , immunometabolism , and RNA regulatory networks to combat cardiovascular diseases.

Victor Rizzoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiovascular Disease
• Vascular Biology
• Molecular Signaling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Victor Rizzo, PhD, FAHA, is a Professor in the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University. His research focuses on molecular signaling mechanisms in vascular dysfunction, particularly exploring caveolae, mitochondria, and extracellular vesicles in diseases like atherosclerosis and aneurysm formation. His lab utilizes advanced microscopy, biochemistry, and in vivo/in vitro models to study organelle signaling in endothelial and smooth muscle cells. Education: PhD in Cell Biology (Angiogenesis) from New Jersey Medical School, followed by postdoctoral training in Mechanotransduction at the University of Pennsylvania and Caveolae studies at Harvard Medical School. BS in Biology from Farleigh Dickinson University. Key research areas include: caveolae as flow-sensing organelles, mitochondrial signaling in vascular health/disease, and extracellular vesicle-mediated communication. Recent work emphasizes mitochondrial fission's role in hypertension and aneurysm development, as well as therapeutic targeting strategies. Selected achievements include FAHA fellowship recognition. Major publications span over 30 years, focusing on angiotensin II signaling pathways, vascular remodeling mechanisms, and organelle biology. Collaborative projects explore exosome roles in intercellular signaling and novel therapeutic approaches targeting mitochondrial dynamics.

Anja Meissnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vascular Physiology
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Neurovascular Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Anja Meissner is a leading physiologist at the University of Augsburg's Medical School, specializing in vascular biology with affiliations to Lund University and DZNE Bonn. Her research focuses on Sphingosine-1-phosphate (S1P) signaling in cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, and neurovascular interactions. University of Augsburg, Medical School Lund University collaborations DZNE Bonn partnerships Research Highlights: Investigates immune system roles in hypertension, heart failure's target organ effects, S1P pathway in stroke, cardiovascular risk factors' impact on brain function, and environmental influences on vascular health. Key methods include non-invasive imaging , flow cytometry , and in vitro/ex vivo models . Publication Trends: Recent work emphasizes microfluidic neurovascular models , glymphatic system dysfunction , and sex-specific cardiovascular responses . Collaborations span neurology, cardiology, and environmental science institutions. Awards & Grants: DFG Project Funding (2025-2028) Hjärnfonden Grant (2024-2025) Albert Påhlsson Foundation (2022-2025) Swedish Research Council (2023-2026) Educational Impact: Mentored 15+ PhD students including Lotte Vanherle and Frank Matthes. Leads international research teams with scholars from Sweden, Belgium, Italy, and Canada. Current grants focus on CFTR therapeutics and sex-specific hypertension consequences .

Reinier Boonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aging
• Non-coding RNA
• Cardiovascular Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Reinier Boon serves as DZHK Professor for RNA Therapeutics at Goethe University Frankfurt, holding dual affiliations at the Institute for Cardiovascular Regeneration (Frankfurt, Germany) and the Department of Physiology at VU University Medical Center (Amsterdam, Netherlands). His research program, funded by the German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK) and an ERC Starting Grant, focuses on molecular mechanisms of cardiovascular aging. Prof. Boon's laboratory investigates how non-coding RNAs regulate age-related deterioration in endothelial cells and cardiomyocytes, with particular emphasis on long non-coding RNAs (H19, Meg3, MALAT1) and microRNAs (miR-34a, miR-29). His work has identified critical roles for these molecules in cellular senescence, metabolic regulation, and vascular dysfunction, revealing novel pathways involving Stat3 signaling, KLF2 transcription factors, and extracellular matrix remodeling. This research bridges fundamental molecular biology with therapeutic development for age-related cardiovascular diseases. Analysis of his key publications (2011-2019) reveals a consistent trajectory from mechanistic discoveries in RNA biology to translational applications, with increasing focus on therapeutic targeting of non-coding RNAs in vascular aging and regenerative processes. The work spans endothelial metabolism, cardiac aging, neovascularization, and aortic pathology, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary integration of molecular cardiology, regenerative medicine, and RNA therapeutics. Major recognitions include: European Society of Cardiology Outstanding Achievement Award (2019) ERC Starting Grant (2015) Franz-Maximilian Groedel Research Prize (2014) Dutch-German Young Investigator Award (2013) American Heart Association Melvin L. Marcus Award (2010) Prof. Boon leads an internationally collaborative research group supported by DZHK infrastructure and competitive grants. His laboratory directs multiple projects on RNA-based interventions for cardiovascular aging, with strong emphasis on translational validation. The group maintains active collaborations across European cardiovascular research networks and participates in DZHK's therapeutic development initiatives. The Boon Group operates across two specialized sites: the Institute for Cardiovascular Regeneration at Frankfurt's Center for Molecular Medicine and Amsterdam's VU University Medical Center physiology department. As part of the DZHK's RNA Therapeutics program, the team combines advanced molecular techniques with disease models to develop novel strategies against age-related cardiovascular decline.

• Vascular Biology
• Inflammation
• Atherosclerosis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hai Feng Zhang is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Pathology at Yale University School of Medicine. His research focuses on vascular biology and inflammation-driven diseases, particularly exploring mechanisms of endothelial dysfunction in conditions like atherosclerosis and cerebral cavernous malformations (CCM). He holds a PhD from the National University of Singapore and degrees from China Agricultural University. Education: PhD, National University of Singapore MS, China Agricultural University, Endocrinology BS, China Agricultural University, Biochemistry and Physiology Research Interests: His work investigates how inflammatory signals (e.g., TNF) and reactive oxygen species disrupt endothelial homeostasis. Key areas include: - Molecular mechanisms of vascular inflammation - Role of SUMOylation in vascular remodeling - Mitochondrial dysfunction in endothelial pathologies - CCM pathogenesis and therapeutic targets Key Contributions: Recent studies have uncovered roles for SRF SUMOylation in smooth muscle differentiation and identified mitochondrial pathways (TRX2, ATPIF1) critical for vascular health. Collaborations with teams like the Jenny Zhou Lab advance understanding of brain endothelial progenitor signaling and CCM development. Labs/Teams: Active member of the Jenny Zhou Lab, collaborating on translational vascular research projects.