Vestibular Dysfunction Professors and Supervisors

Mehtap KOPARALمشاهده پروفایل

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Adiyaman UniversityTurkey

Dr. Mehtap KOPARAL is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences at Adiyaman University Faculty of Medicine. She also maintains clinical practice at Adıyaman Training and Research Hospital in its university capacity since 2020, having previously worked there under the Ministry of Health from 2017-2020 and at Yozgat City Hospital from 2016-2017. She completed her medical education at Cumhuriyet Faculty of Medicine in 2011 and specialized in Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases from Cumhuriyet University Faculty of Medicine in 2016. Dr. KOPARAL's research focuses on the intersection of Otorhinolaryngology with multiple medical disciplines, particularly examining nasal physiology, mucociliary clearance mechanisms, and molecular biology aspects of ENT diseases. Her work bridges ENT with cardiology, psychiatry, and molecular oncology. She has published extensively on the relationship between nasal conditions and cardiac parameters, mucociliary clearance in psychiatric disorders, and molecular pathways in salivary gland tumors. Her recent publications (2021-2023) demonstrate a strong focus on innovative cross-disciplinary research, with numerous articles published in high-impact international journals. Her work shows particular emphasis on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on ENT practice, molecular mechanisms in salivary gland tumors, and the connection between nasal/sinus conditions and cardiovascular parameters. Key Scientific Contributions: 27 peer-reviewed journal articles in international and national journals 7 conference proceedings presented at national and international meetings 4 scientific books including 'Hearing Loss in Congenital, Neonatal and Childhood Infections' (Springer, 2023) and 'Steroid Use in Ear, Nose and Throat' (2021) Research leadership in molecular ENT diagnostics and therapeutics Dr. KOPARAL teaches multiple undergraduate courses in Otorhinolaryngology including Larynx Diseases, Upper Respiratory Tract Diseases, and approaches to common ENT complaints like hoarseness, nasal congestion, and sleep apnea. She currently leads several research projects investigating miRNA signatures in salivary gland tumors and molecular diagnostics for laryngeal cancer.

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Patricia A. Loomisمشاهده پروفایل

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Franklin UniversityUnited States

Dr. Patricia A. Loomis is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology at Rosalind Franklin University's Chicago Medical School and School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. She also serves as Director of the Confocal Microscopy Laboratory and Co-director of the Live Cell Imaging Facility, providing critical research infrastructure for cellular imaging studies. Dr. Loomis's research focuses on the molecular mechanisms controlling auditory hair cell stereocilia assembly and maintenance, with particular emphasis on the Espin family of proteins. Her work investigates how alternative splicing of Espin pre-mRNA regulates isoform selection and how these isoforms affect actin cytoskeletal organization in the inner ear. She employs both mouse and zebrafish model systems to study these processes. Analysis of Dr. Loomis's publication record from 1990-2007 reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on cytoskeletal proteins, particularly in neuronal and sensory cells. Her early work examined neurofilaments and tau proteins, while her more recent research has centered on Espin proteins and their role in hearing. Her publications span high-impact journals in cell biology, neuroscience, and molecular biology. Dr. Loomis has made significant contributions to understanding how Espin proteins function as multifunctional actin cytoskeletal regulatory proteins, with implications for deafness and vestibular dysfunction. Her research provides foundational knowledge for potential gene therapy applications in hearing restoration. As Director of the Confocal Microscopy Laboratory and Co-director of the Live Cell Imaging Facility, Dr. Loomis supports a wide range of research activities at Rosalind Franklin University, providing expertise in advanced cellular imaging techniques that are essential for modern cell biological investigations.

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Robin K. Winslowمشاهده پروفایل

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Uniformed Services University of the Health SciencesUnited States

Dr. Robin K. Winslow serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Uniformed Services University School of Medicine, where she functions as a Vision Rehabilitation Optometrist at Fort Belvoir Army Community Hospital's Intrepid Spirit Center. With over a decade of specialized experience, she focuses on treating service members with combat-related traumatic brain injuries and visual system disorders. Her academic credentials include: B.S. in Biology from The Pennsylvania State University (2007) B.S. Vision Sciences and Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) from Salus University, Pennsylvania College of Optometry (2012) Advanced Clinical Care Residency in Acquired Brain Injury and Vision Rehabilitation from SUNY College of Optometry (2013) Dr. Winslow's research centers on vision rehabilitation for military personnel with traumatic brain injuries, emphasizing visual readiness, oculomotor dysfunction screening, and performance vision training. As a subject matter expert for the Vision Center of Excellence and Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence, she develops clinical protocols that bridge military operational needs with rehabilitation science, particularly addressing the "invisible injuries of war" through interdisciplinary collaboration. Her scholarly work demonstrates consistent focus on behavioral neuroscience applications in military optometry, with publications analyzing cognitive-visual interactions in brain injury recovery and establishing standardized screening protocols for service members. This research directly informs clinical practice across the Defense Health Agency. Her distinguished service has been recognized through multiple honors: Master Clinician award at Fort Belvoir Community Hospital (2022) Associate Master Clinician award (2021) National Capital Region Medical Directorate Civilian Achievement Award (2022) Army Achievement Medal for Civilian Service (2020) Dr. Winslow actively mentors optometry residents through her dual supervisory role with Walter-Reed National Medical Center and Midwestern College of Optometry, while leading the Defense Intrepid Spirit Network's TBI Working Group. She directs clinical research initiatives including the Psychological Health/TBI Research Program's Complex Rehabilitation studies and serves as MHS Genesis Peer Expert for ambulatory systems implementation. She operates within the Defense Intrepid Network's collaborative ecosystem at Fort Belvoir's Intrepid Spirit Center, coordinating with military medical teams, the Vision Center of Excellence, and Defense Health Agency stakeholders to advance integrated care models for service members with polytrauma conditions.

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