جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Epidemiology
• HIV/AIDS
• Infectious Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Danielle C. Ompad is a Professor of Epidemiology at New York University, specializing in urban health, HIV/AIDS, illicit drug use, and infectious diseases. Her work focuses on social determinants of health, particularly among marginalized populations. She is affiliated with the Fogarty-funded New York State International Training and Research Program and collaborates with institutions in Ukraine and India to address public health challenges. Education: BS in Biology from Bowie State University, and MHS and PhD in Epidemiology from Johns Hopkins University. Honors include Excellence in Public Health Teaching Awards from NYU (2013, 2014), and the Delta Omega Honorary Society. Research interests span HIV epidemiology, substance abuse, and the impact of structural barriers on health outcomes. Her studies include analyzing heroin cessation patterns, hepatitis C risk in rural communities, and malaria control strategies in India. Over 50 peer-reviewed articles highlight her contributions to global health, emphasizing interventions to reduce disparities in access to care. Awards and recognition reflect her dedication to teaching and research excellence. Ongoing projects focus on opioid overdose prevention, harm reduction, and the socio-built environment's role in health outcomes.

Bobby Reinerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disease Ecology
• Infectious Disease Transmission Dynamics
• Mathematical Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bobby Reiner is a Professor of Health Metrics Sciences and holds a joint appointment at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) within the University of Washington's School of Medicine. He combines expertise in applied mathematics, statistics, and epidemiology to model infectious disease dynamics. His work focuses on spatio-temporal variation in disease transmission, novel modeling frameworks leveraging individual-level data, and understanding drivers of disease incidence patterns. Research Interests: Drivers of temporal variation in infectious disease incidence Geospatial modeling of disease spread Methodological innovations in epidemiological analysis Public health policy implications of disease burden estimates Key Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes global burden analyses of diarrheal diseases, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis, with a focus on high-resolution spatial-temporal modeling. Contributions include quantifying mortality disparities in Africa, evaluating vaccine efficacy in real-world conditions, and mapping SARS-CoV-2 infection dynamics during the pandemic.

Jeff Bourgeoisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Microbiology
• Infectious Disease
• Pathogen Host Interactions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeff Bourgeois is an Assistant Professor in the Biology & Biotechnology department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). He holds a BA from College of the Holy Cross, a PhD from Duke University, and completed postdoctoral training at Tufts Lyme Disease Initiative. His research focuses on understanding pathogen-host interactions, particularly Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease agent) and its enzootic cycle involving Ixodes ticks and vertebrate hosts. The Bourgeois Lab investigates mechanisms driving disease variability, bacterial survival strategies, and potential interventions to disrupt transmission. Key research areas include: Pathogen-host-vector interactions in Lyme disease Bacterial adaptation to host environments Host immune responses and genetic factors influencing infection outcomes Recent work explores reservoir-targeted antibiotics, tick-borne transmission dynamics, and bacterial metabolic pathways critical for survival. The lab also investigates therapeutic strategies to mitigate Lyme disease impact. Current projects include studying Borrelia's interactions with Peromyscus reservoir hosts and developing methods to reduce human exposure risks. No specific student advisees or grant details are listed in the provided information.

Katharina Hauckمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Economics
• Infectious Disease Economics
• Public Health Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Katharina Hauck is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Health Economics at Imperial College London's School of Public Health, part of the Faculty of Medicine. She serves as Deputy Director of J-IDEA, where she oversees administrative, communications, and strategic initiatives alongside her research. Her work focuses on the economics of infectious diseases, with a strong emphasis on HIV, malaria, and pandemic preparedness. She has contributed to understanding the societal and economic impacts of public health interventions, including universal testing and treatment programs in sub-Saharan Africa, pandemic modeling, and vaccine allocation strategies. Her research spans epidemiological modeling, cost-effectiveness analysis, and policy evaluation, addressing global health challenges in low- and middle-income settings. Research Interests: Economic evaluation of HIV prevention and treatment programs in Zambia and South Africa Cost-benefit analysis of pandemic response measures (e.g., lockdowns, vaccination campaigns) Modeling infectious disease transmission dynamics and resource allocation strategies Impact of antimicrobial resistance and substandard medicines on health systems Health equity and stigma-related challenges in healthcare access Her recent work explores the societal value of vaccines, the economic impacts of vaccine hesitancy, and the role of community health workers in scaling HIV interventions. She collaborates extensively with international organizations such as the Global Fund and contributes to policy frameworks for pandemic preparedness.

• Medical Microbiology
• Veterinary Sciences
• Public Health and Health Services
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Joanne P. Webster FMedSci is a Visiting Professor at the School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, and holds the Chair in Parasitic Diseases at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). Her career spans roles as a postdoctoral Fellow, Royal Society Research Fellow, and co-Director of the Schistosomiasis Control Initiative (SCI), which provided 300 million treatments in sub-Saharan Africa. She is Director of the London Centre for Neglected Tropical Disease Research (LCNTDR) and previously led RVC's Centre for Emerging, Endemic and Exotic Diseases. Education: Double First-Class BSc Hons (university unspecified), Doctoral research at the University of Oxford on zoonotic disease epidemiology, focusing on Toxoplasma gondii and schistosomiasis. Research interests include global health, neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), schistosomiasis control, and One Health approaches integrating human and veterinary medicine. Her work emphasizes disease transmission dynamics, drug resistance, and hybridization between parasite species. She has pioneered large-scale deworming programs and evaluated interventions in Africa and Asia. Awards include the Royal Society Leeuwenhoek Medal (2023), Queen’s Anniversary Prize, and recognition as a top international charity leader. Her research has been highlighted in the UKCDR Case Study for global impact. Grants and advisory roles include leadership in SCI, LCNTDR, and the UKRI GCRF Action Against Stunting Hub. She collaborates across disciplines to address parasitic disease challenges, including vaccine development and gut microbiota studies. Labs/Teams: Director of LCNTDR, former Head of Pathogen Flow in Ecosystems (RVC), and co-leader of schistosomiasis research networks. Her work spans academic institutions and NGOs to implement evidence-based disease control strategies.

Zulma Cucunubáمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Vector-Borne Diseases
• Vaccine Impact Modelling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zulma Cucunubá is an Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Colombia and holds an Honorary Lectureship at Imperial College London’s MRC Centre for Infectious Disease Analysis. Her research focuses on using statistical/mathematical methods to study infectious disease spread and intervention impacts, particularly in Latin America, with emphasis on vector-borne diseases (e.g., Chagas, Zika, Chikungunya) and vaccine-preventable diseases. She leads projects like DICTUM (modeling Chagas disease burden) and contributes to global initiatives such as the R Epidemics Consortium (RECON) and Vaccine Impact Modelling Consortium (VIMC). Educational Background: MD – Universidad Pontificia de Tolima (UPTC), Colombia Master of Public Health – Universidad Nacional de Colombia PhD in Infectious Disease Epidemiology – Imperial College London (2013–2017) Research Interests: She integrates computational models to assess disease dynamics and policy effectiveness. Her work spans arboviruses, pandemic response (e.g., Colombia’s 2020–21 COVID-19 modeling), and capacity-building in data analytics for LMICs. She promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, supervising graduate students and organizing training programs. Awards & Affiliations: Recipient of the UKRI MRC Rutherford Fund Fellowship (2017) Collaborations: Pan-American Health Organization, Princeton University, and the NTDs-Modelling Consortium Grants & Advising: Supervises MSc and PhD students in epidemiology and leads projects funded by UK and international agencies. Her advisory work includes the Imperial College COVID-19 Response Team. Labs/Teams: Core member of the MRC Centre for Infectious Disease Analysis and the R Epidemics Consortium (RECON).

• Mathematical Epidemiology
• Public Health
• HIV/AIDS Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard Gray is an Associate Professor and Senior Research Fellow at the Surveillance and Evaluation Research Program, Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney. He specializes in mathematical epidemiology, focusing on HIV, viral hepatitis, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and emerging diseases like SARS-CoV-2 and arboviruses. His work spans public health strategy design, cost-effectiveness analysis, and disease surveillance. Key roles include leading the Mathematical Epidemiology and Evaluation Research Group and producing annual national HIV/STI surveillance reports for Australia. Education: BSc (Hons) and PhD in relevant fields (institutions unspecified). Affiliations: Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney; collaborations with WHO, UNAIDS, World Bank, and Australian Department of Health. Research interests include optimizing public health interventions, evaluating epidemic trajectories, and addressing health inequities. He has contributed to global health initiatives such as WHO HCV elimination strategies and HIV prevention programs. His recent work addresses pandemic impacts (e.g., COVID-19 in prisons) and climate-driven disease risks (e.g., dengue in Bangladesh). His publications analyze HIV/STI trends, cost-effectiveness of PrEP and HCV treatments, and policy impacts. Grants and collaborations focus on disease modelling and resource allocation. He oversees the Kirby Institute’s surveillance programs, ensuring data informs policy development.

Matthew D. Eastinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Tropical Cyclones
• Severe Weather
• Urban Meteorology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Matthew D. Eastin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. His academic career spans roles in tropical cyclone research, urban meteorology, and severe weather analysis, with a focus on societal and environmental impacts. University: University of North Carolina at Charlotte Department: Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences Education: Dr. Eastin earned his B.S. in Meteorology from Purdue University and completed his graduate studies at Colorado State University, where he worked with the NOAA Hurricane Research Division. Research Interests: His work examines physical processes in atmospheric systems, including urban heat islands, tropical cyclone structure, and severe weather in complex terrain. He also investigates climate's role in dengue fever transmission and power outage prediction during thunderstorms. Recent Article Trends: His publications bridge urban climate analysis, tropical cyclone dynamics, and public health. Key themes include spatiotemporal modeling of heat islands, supercell behavior in elevated terrain, and climate-informed dengue outbreak prediction. Advising: Mentored thesis students on urban heat islands, dengue fever, and tropical cyclone tornadoes. Grants: Funded by UNC Charlotte, Duke Energy, NOAA CSTAR, and the National Science Foundation. Labs & Collaborations: Dr. Eastin collaborates with NOAA Hurricane Research Division, National Weather Service offices, and academic institutions like Lehigh University and Louisiana Tech University. He leads projects on urban climate resilience and severe weather impacts.

Brian Ellisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Parasitic Infectious Diseases
• Gene Therapy
• Medical Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brian Ellis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Lipscomb University. He specializes in parasitic worm research, gene therapy delivery systems, and undergraduate science education. Ellis holds a PhD in cell regulation/biochemistry from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and completed postdoctoral work at UC San Diego on anthelmintic drug discovery. B.S.: Molecular Biology & Biochemistry, University of Denver Ph.D.: Cell Regulation/Biochemistry, UT Southwestern Medical Center Postdoc: UC San Diego (Raffi Aroian Lab) His research focuses on combating soil-transmitted helminths (hookworm, whipworm) affecting 1.5B people globally, combining drug discovery with genetic engineering approaches. He actively involves Lipscomb students in parasitology research while maintaining a strong commitment to integrating faith and science education. Recent publications emphasize anthelmintic efficacy testing using C. elegans models, drug combination studies for nematicidal agents, and optimizing viral vectors for gene therapy applications. His work bridges basic science research with global health interventions. Award-winning educator passionate about mentoring undergraduate researchers, Ellis has taught at community colleges and previously led a research lab at Bethel University. He maintains active collaborations in both parasitology and gene delivery systems development.

Mario Grijalvaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microbiology
• Immunoparasitology
• Tropical Diseases
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Mario Grijalva is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Ohio University , where he also serves as Director of the Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute (ITDI). He is an affiliated faculty member of the Center for International Studies and leads collaborative research with the Center for Research on Health in Latin America (CISeAL) in Quito, Ecuador. Education: B.S. in Biology, Catholic University, Quito, Ecuador (1991) Ph.D. in Immuno-parasitology and Molecular and Cellular Biology, Ohio University (1997) Postdoctoral Training in Immunology and Molecular Parasitology, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (1997–1999) His research focuses on Chagas disease , encompassing immunopathology, vector biology, epidemiology, and blood supply safety. He studies Trypanosoma cruzi transmission in Ecuador and the U.S., with emphasis on sylvatic and domestic cycles, triatomine vectors, and mammalian reservoirs. His work integrates molecular biology, serology, and ecological modeling. A key initiative is the Healthy Living Initiative , which promotes long-term disease control through socioeconomic development in rural Ecuador. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in vector genetics , epidemiological modeling , and community-based health interventions . Themes include species differentiation in triatomines, genetic diversity of T. cruzi , and the role of social behavior in disease prevention. His interdisciplinary approach spans microbiology, public health, and development studies. Scientific Contributions: Director, Infectious and Tropical Disease Institute (2006–present) Visiting Professor, Catholic University, Ecuador (2000–present) Director, Center for Research on Health in Latin America (2000–present) External Evaluator for Ecuador’s Blood Bank Screening Program (2002–2015) He mentors a wide range of students, from undergraduate to PhD and medical levels, both at Ohio University and in Ecuador. His advising spans biological sciences, epidemiology, Latin American studies, and public health. He teaches courses such as Tropical Disease Biology , Cross-Cultural Issues in Tropical Diseases , and Healthy Living: Health, Communication and Development . His laboratory operates in Athens, Ohio, and Quito, Ecuador, supporting field and lab research on Chagas disease. He has established research infrastructure in Ecuador and promotes training and capacity building for local scientists.

Matthew A. Aubourgمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Environmental Health
• Environmental Justice
• Community-Based Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew A. Aubourg serves as a Research Associate at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health within the Department of Environmental Health and Engineering. He maintains primary affiliations with the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future (CLF) and the Center for Community Health: Addressing Regional Maryland Environmental Determinants of Disease (CHARMED). Dr. Aubourg holds an MSPH from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (2023) and a BS from the University of Notre Dame (2021). His research focuses on community-driven approaches to environmental health and justice issues, with particular emphasis on translating research into actionable community interventions. His scholarly work demonstrates expertise in environmental justice concerns, industrial air pollution, malaria vector exposure patterns, and pandemic response strategies in global contexts. His research methodology emphasizes community co-creation and capacity building to address environmental health disparities. Scientific Recognition: Member of The Delta Omega Public Health Honorary Society, Alpha Chapter Aubourg actively partners with community-based organizations to develop research that directly addresses environmental health concerns while building local research capacity. His work spans both domestic contexts like Curtis Bay in South Baltimore and international settings including Bangladesh and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

• Public Health
• Health Literacy
• Substance Use
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carmen Aceijas is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Natural Sciences at Middlesex University, affiliated with the Public Health Research Institute. Her work focuses on public health challenges related to health-related lifestyles, substance use, and health literacy, particularly among vulnerable and student populations. Academic Position: Senior Lecturer Institution: Middlesex University School: College of Science and Engineering Department: Department of Natural Sciences Email: c.aceijas@mdx.ac.uk ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3652-6536 Her research centers on public health, with specific emphasis on health literacy, substance use, homelessness, and health behaviors among university students. She has conducted studies on nutritional imbalance, physical activity barriers, and infectious disease awareness, particularly in at-risk groups. Her work combines epidemiological analysis with public health intervention design. The recent publications show a consistent focus on student health, substance use, and infectious disease prevention. Her research integrates behavioral, social, and epidemiological perspectives, often using cross-sectional and controlled trial methodologies. Themes include health determinants in young adults, disease awareness in marginalized communities, and lifestyle risk factors in higher education settings. Dr. Aceijas has collaborated with researchers across Europe and contributed to major public health handbooks and journals. While no formal awards are listed, her publications in journals such as Perspectives in Public Health and presentations at the European Public Health Conference reflect active scholarly engagement. She advises on health-related research topics and has contributed to studies involving student populations and homeless individuals. Though specific grants or advising roles are not detailed, her publication record suggests involvement in multi-institutional public health research. She is part of the Public Health Research Institute at Middlesex University, contributing to research on urban health, health equity, and behavioral interventions.

• Public Health
• Migration Studies
• Global Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nirmal Aryal is a part-time Researcher in the Department of Nursing Sciences at Bournemouth University , actively contributing to the Faculty of Health & Social Sciences . He collaborates extensively with Dr. Pramod Regmi and Prof. Edwin van Teijlingen on migrant health issues. Key research areas: Public Health, Migration Studies, Chronic Kidney Disease, Pandemic Response Active in Nepal, Malaysia, Qatar, and the UK Research Focus: Aryal's work examines health vulnerabilities of Nepalese migrant workers, including: Kidney disease risks from occupational hazards Mental health during migration cycles Dengue and food safety KAP (knowledge, attitudes, practices) Impact of federalization on Nepal's health system Pre-departure training effectiveness Stigma and discrimination patterns Article Trends: His 15 most recent publications focus on Southeast Asian migrant health, emphasizing chronic disease (42%), infectious disease (28%), and sociocultural factors (30%). Common subtopics include workplace safety, health literacy, and policy gaps. Advising & Grants: Aryal collaborates with PhD students like Yagya Adhikari and Anjana Regmi Paudyal. Funded by: The Colt Foundation (UK) US Department of State's anti-trafficking initiative ($4M ENSURE project) MRC/FCDO/Wellcome Trust/ESRC Health Systems Research Initiative

• Causality
• Statistical Machine Learning
• Probabilistic Modeling
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Bryon Aragam is an Associate Professor and Topel Faculty Scholar at the Booth School of Business , University of Chicago . His work bridges causality , statistical machine learning , and probabilistic modeling , with applications in AI systems like ChatGPT and DALL-E. Key research themes include: Causal Structure Learning : Extracting latent causal graphs from multimodal data using nonparametric methods. Deep Generative Models : Analyzing overparametrization and variational inference for representation learning. Latent Variable Discovery : Using Markov boundaries and convex subset lattices to uncover hidden dependencies. Algorithm Design : Developing scalable methods like DAGMA for DAG learning and theoretical guarantees for GES/PC algorithms. His paper trends reveal a focus on nonparametric statistics , graphical models , and neural network theory , with recent work on transformer memory dynamics and identifiability in deep latent models . Papers frequently appear in top venues like NeurIPS , JMLR , and AOS , emphasizing theoretical rigor and practical validation.

Clare Casteelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Plant-virus-vector interactions
• Plant-insect interactions
• Molecular ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Clare Casteel is an Associate Professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science at Cornell University, specializing in the Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology Section. She leads research on plant-microbe-insect interactions with expertise in molecular mechanisms of pathogen defense, agroecosystem resilience, and climate adaptation strategies. Education: Doctorate in Plant Biology, University of Illinois – Champaign/Urbana (2010) Master of Science, University of California – Riverside (2005) Bachelor of Science, University of Missouri – Columbia (2003) Research Focus: Her laboratory investigates pathogenic and beneficial microbial functions in plant-insect systems. Primary themes include: molecular mechanisms of virus-vector manipulation; chemical ecology of multitrophic interactions; soil microbiome dynamics in organic farming; and engineering microbe-mediated climate resilience in agroecosystems. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019-2023) demonstrate consistent focus on viral effector proteins, plant stress responses, and vector behavior manipulation. Key patterns include drought resilience mechanisms in crops, hormone signaling in pathogen transmission, and organic farming impacts on plant-microbe-insect networks. Honors & Awards: 2023 Mid-Career Award Plant Genome Research Program (National Science Center) 2018 Early Career Award Plant Genome Research Program (NSF) 2017 ASPB Women’s Young Investigator Travel Award 2016 Neish Young Investigator Award 2014 MPMI Young Investigator Travel Grant 2013 USDA-NIFA Postdoctoral Fellowship Teaching & Outreach: Teaches graduate courses in Molecular Biology of Plant-Microbe Interactions (PLSCI 6010) and Plant Interactions Seminar (ENTOM 7640). Extension work focuses on organic agriculture, virus management, and climate-resilient farming practices. Laboratory: Directs the Casteel Lab investigating microbe engineering for sustainable agriculture. Current projects include beneficial microbiome applications and pathogen defense mechanisms in plant-vector systems.