جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Krista Overvlietمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Perception
• Haptics
• Tactile Perception
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Krista Overvliet is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Utrecht University, specializing in Experimental Psychology. Her research focuses on haptic perception, spatial cognition, and human-centered artificial intelligence applications. She actively contributes to tactile information processing studies and interdisciplinary teaching initiatives in Utrecht's AI program. Utrecht University, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences Experimental Psychology Department Research themes: Haptics, Tactile Perception, Spatial Perception, Human-centered AI Overvliet's work explores tactile exploration mechanisms, perceptual grouping strategies, and sensory navigation profiles for visually impaired individuals. Recent studies investigate motor adaptation in signers and pandemic-induced touch deprivation effects. Her research outputs show strong connections to neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and AI ethics. Publications span journals like Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, PLOS ONE, and Nature Scientific Reports, with presentations at EuroHaptics and IMEKO conferences. Key skills include scientific programming (MATLAB, R, Python) and data analysis. She engages in public outreach through media appearances and events like Science Weekend and Betweter Festival.

Muzlifah Haniffaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immunology
• Dermatology
• Single-cell Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Muzlifah Haniffa holds dual appointments as Professor of Dermatology and Immunology at Newcastle University and Senior Group Leader/Head of Cellular Genetics at the Wellcome Sanger Institute. She serves as Biological Network Co-Coordinator for the Human Cell Atlas and Deputy lead PI for Newcastle's Immunology and Inflammation theme, pioneering single-cell genomics applications to decode immune system development and disease pathogenesis. Her academic foundation includes: Medical Degree: Cardiff University Postgraduate Clinical Training: Cambridge and Newcastle PhD: Newcastle University Post-doctoral Fellowship: Singapore Research focuses on single-cell resolution mapping of human tissue ecosystems, with core themes: Human Cell Atlas development for embryonic and tissue-specific immunity Immune dysfunction mechanisms in otitis media and cutaneous diseases Multi-omics profiling of COVID-19 responses iPSC-derived skin organoid models for developmental studies Her lab champions "Strength through diversity" and reproducible science with public data sharing. Analysis of 2024-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in spatiotemporal immune mapping across skin, meninges, and prenatal tissues. Key methodological advances include MintFlow microenvironment modeling, scTRAM trajectory benchmarking, and multi-omics integration for disease classification, spanning immunology, dermatology, and cancer biology. Major recognitions: Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (FMedSci) Wellcome Senior Research Fellowship Lister Institute Prize Fellowship 2019 Foulkes Foundation Medal for immunology contributions As a dedicated mentor, she supervises six PhD students including Antony Rose (hepatocellular carcinoma microenvironment) and Jacqueline Boccacino (cancer genomics). Current grants include Wellcome Trust support for her senior fellowship and Human Cell Atlas leadership, alongside UK-CIC consortium funding for pandemic response research. The Haniffa Lab operates across Sanger Institute and Newcastle's Biosciences Institute with 25+ members including clinicians, computational biologists, and wet-lab scientists. Their "Inclusion and Innovation" ethos drives collaborative projects on skin wound healing atlases, macrophage heterogeneity in graft-versus-host disease, and spatial transcriptomics of inflammatory skin conditions.

• Collaboration Engineering
• Connectivity
• Crowdsourcing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ronald Maier is a Professor for Information and Knowledge Management at the School of Management, University of Innsbruck, Austria. He has held this position since February 2007, following previous appointments at Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg (2002-2007) and as Visiting Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia (1998-1999). His academic credentials include a PhD in Management Information Systems from WHU and a habilitation from the University of Regensburg. Maier's research focuses on collaboration engineering , connectivity , crowdsourcing , digital change , and knowledge management . His work explores knowledge maturation processes, idea convergence techniques, and knowledge protection in networked settings. He has developed theoretical frameworks like the Knowledge Appropriation Model and KEP model for workplace learning. His recent publications (2022-2025) show a strategic shift toward human-AI collaboration, examining generative conversational AI's impact on team dynamics and work practices. Earlier work established foundations in crowdsourcing, idea convergence, and knowledge maturation, with publications in top journals like Journal of Management Information Systems and Computers in Human Behavior . Maier has led work packages in major EU projects including KnowCom, MATURE, ARISTOTELE, POSECCO and LAYERS. His research has appeared in books such as Knowledge Management Systems and Knowledge Management in Digital Change , along with numerous high-impact journal articles across information systems and knowledge management disciplines.

• Plant Physiology
• Plant Cell Biology
• Plant Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Markus Grebe serves as Professor and Head of the Department of Plant Physiology at the Institute of Biochemistry and Biology, University of Potsdam, where he leads a research group investigating fundamental mechanisms of plant cell polarity and development. His laboratory, located in building 20, room 0.08, focuses on molecular processes governing root morphogenesis and cellular organization in Arabidopsis thaliana. Research priorities include: Establishment of planar and tissue polarity in root systems Auxin signaling networks and polarized transport mechanisms Lipid domain organization and membrane dynamics ROP GTPase-mediated cytoskeletal regulation Cell plate assembly during cytokinesis Protein trafficking in polarized growth contexts Analysis of recent publications reveals consistent emphasis on integrating advanced imaging with genetic approaches to dissect how lipid microdomains, cytoskeletal elements, and signaling pathways coordinate to establish cellular asymmetry. The group has pioneered methodologies for visualizing membrane order and protein dynamics during root hair initiation and cell division. Professor Grebe has mentored fifteen graduate students to completion, including nine PhD candidates and four Master's students, while currently supervising two doctoral researchers. His laboratory utilizes state-of-the-art infrastructure including LSM 880 Airyscan microscopy for high-resolution live imaging of developmental processes.

Meera V. Sundaramمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer
• Developmental Biology
• Genetics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Meera V. Sundaram, PhD is a Professor of Genetics at the University of Pennsylvania. She leads research in the Department of Genetics focusing on apical extracellular matrix (aECM) biology in C. elegans . Her lab investigates how aECM components shape epithelial tubes, protect from pathogens, and form surface structures through dynamic assembly processes. University of Pennsylvania, Professor of Genetics Research bridges genetics, cell biology, and developmental biology Key model organism: Caenorhabditis elegans Research Interests: Apical extracellular matrix dynamics in development Conserved protein family functions in ECM assembly Matrix trafficking and localization mechanisms Proteolytic processing of structural proteins Selected Scientific Awards: Life Sciences Research Foundation Post-doc fellowship (1994-1997) Key Methodologies: Fluorescent protein tagging for live imaging, genetic analysis of matrix components, and in vivo visualization of ECM dynamics.

Tyler K. Perrachioneمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Developmental Disorders of Language and Reading
• Human Voice Recognition
• Social Auditory Perception
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tyler K. Perrachione is an Assistant Professor in the College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College at Boston University. He directs the Communication Neuroscience Research Laboratory, focusing on developmental disorders of language and reading, neural plasticity in auditory processing, and speech perception mechanisms. Ph.D., Neuroscience – Massachusetts Institute of Technology M.A., Linguistics – Northwestern University B.A., Linguistics and Cognitive Science – Northwestern University Dr. Perrachione's research explores how atypical neural adaptation impacts conditions like dyslexia and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with a focus on cortical systems for language, working memory, and voice recognition. His work also investigates speech motor learning and the role of noninvasive brain stimulation in enhancing language acquisition. Recent publications highlight trends in auditory neuroscience, including studies on white matter organization in ASD, dual-task interference in speech processing, and the limitations of musical training in enhancing auditory neural coding. His lab employs multimodal techniques such as fMRI, EEG, and pupillometry to examine speech perception and neural plasticity. NARSAD Young Investigator Award (2016) NIH R03 DC014045 Grant (2015–2018) Peter Paul Career Development Professorship (2013) Walle Nauta Awards for Teaching (2012, 2011) Angus McDonald Award (2010) NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (2008–2011) Dr. Perrachione teaches courses such as "Reading, Language, and the Brain" and "Applied Speech Science" at Boston University. His research has been presented at major conferences, including the Acoustical Society of America and Organization for Human Brain Mapping. The Communication Neuroscience Research Laboratory he leads bridges clinical and cognitive neuroscience to address speech and language disorders.

Orkun Akinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Developmental Neurobiology
• Neural Circuit Assembly
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Orkun Akin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where his laboratory is housed in the MacDonanld Medical Research Laboratories. His research program investigates the fundamental mechanisms of brain wiring using Drosophila melanogaster as a primary model system. Dr. Akin's work centers on: Neural circuit assembly during development Neuron-astrocyte interactions in developmental neural activity Activity-dependent and activity-independent mechanisms of synapse formation Molecular guidance cues in axon pathfinding Three-dimensional organization of neural circuits Drosophila visual system development His recent publications reveal how discrete neuronal populations coordinate brain-wide developmental activity patterns and demonstrate the essential role of neuron-astrocyte interactions in neural circuit maturation. Akin employs multidisciplinary approaches combining genetics, live imaging, and molecular biology to dissect the cellular mechanisms underlying precise neural connectivity. The Akin Lab operates under the guiding principles "Think Big, Work Small," reflecting their commitment to addressing fundamental neuroscience questions through meticulous experimental design. The lab's research has been featured in top-tier journals including Nature, Neuron, and Cell, with notable contributions to understanding developmental neural activity patterns and axon guidance mechanisms. The provided text does not specify details regarding Dr. Akin's graduate student advising, research grant funding, or scientific awards.

S. Lawrence Zipurskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Neural Circuit Assembly
• Synaptic Specificity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

S. Lawrence Zipursky is a Professor in the Department of Biological Chemistry at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles. His research focuses on uncovering the molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying neural circuit assembly and synaptic specificity. He utilizes Drosophila melanogaster and mouse models to explore how cell recognition molecules and neural activity regulate precise neuronal connections during development. Institution: University of California, Los Angeles School: David Geffen School of Medicine Department: Biological Chemistry Research Interests: Zipursky’s work investigates genetically hardwired mechanisms in the fly visual system and experience-dependent wiring in the mouse cortex. His lab employs genetic, genomic, and molecular biology approaches to study synaptic specificity, dendritic patterning, and transcriptional regulation during neurodevelopment. Publications: Recent studies include molecular pathways in synaptic self-avoidance, Dscam/protocadherin interactions in neural circuits, and vision-dependent maturation of cortical neurons. Collaborative projects with Josh Trachtenberg (UCLA) and Karthik Shekhar (UC Berkeley) integrate live imaging, transcriptomics, and genetic tools.

Dennis Jgamadzeمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Brain Organoids
• Neural Repair
• Traumatic Brain Injury Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dennis Jgamadze is a Research Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. His work focuses on neural repair, brain organoids, and neural tissue engineering to address neurological injuries and disorders. Education: MD in Medicine from David Tvildiani Medical University (2007) MSc in Molecular Bioengineering from Dresden University of Technology (2009) PhD in Biology from Dresden University of Technology (2014) Research Interests: Dennis Jgamadze's research centers on developing innovative approaches for neural repair and regeneration. His work with brain organoids represents a cutting-edge approach to understanding and treating neurological injuries. His laboratory investigates how human brain organoids can be integrated into damaged neural circuits, particularly focusing on visual and motor systems. He explores the potential of stem cell-derived neural tissues for repairing traumatic brain injuries and neurodegenerative conditions. His research bridges the gap between basic neuroscience and clinical applications, with particular emphasis on developing translational models for neural repair. Publication Trends: Dr. Jgamadze's recent publications (2020-2023) demonstrate a consistent focus on brain organoid technology and its applications for neural repair. His work has evolved from basic neural tissue engineering (2012-2016) to sophisticated models of brain organoid integration and function (2019-2023). His research spans multiple disciplines including neuroscience, stem cell biology, neural engineering, and biomaterials science. Key themes include brain organoid transplantation, neural circuit reconstruction, and modeling neurological disorders using advanced in vitro systems. Professional Activities: Dr. Jgamadze completed post-doctoral training in Neural Repair at the University of Pennsylvania (2014-2019) and holds certification as a Laboratory Animal Research Coordinator from the University of Pennsylvania (2018). His work involves collaboration with multiple research groups specializing in stem cell biology, neural engineering, and neurosurgery. Research Facilities: His research is conducted within the Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine, utilizing advanced facilities for neural tissue engineering, brain organoid development, and in vivo neural repair studies. His laboratory maintains capabilities for multiphoton calcium imaging, neural circuit analysis, and sophisticated animal models of neural injury and repair.

Yi-Rong Pengمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurobiology
• Retinal Development
• Single-Cell Transcriptomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yi-Rong Peng is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), under the David Geffen School of Medicine. Her research focuses on uncovering molecular mechanisms in retinal circuit formation and disease pathogenesis through advanced transcriptomic and genomic approaches. Education: PhD in Neurobiology (2011) from the Institute of Neuroscience, Chinese Academy of Sciences Postdoctoral Training: Fellow in the laboratory of Dr. Joshua Sanes at Harvard University (2011–2019) Dr. Peng's work leverages high-throughput single-cell RNA sequencing to identify transcriptional regulators governing retinal cell specification. Her recent studies on sea lamprey retinas reveal evolutionary conserved and divergent retinal cell types, while her lab develops innovative tools to study retinal disease mechanisms. Current projects investigate gene regulatory networks in rod bipolar cell evolution, foveal specialization in primates, and synaptic organization principles. Her publications span top-tier journals like Cell, Neuron, and Current Opinion in Neurobiology, focusing on: Retinal cell type specification Evolutionary origins of visual processing Transcriptional regulation in neural circuits Developmental mechanisms of neuronal diversity Dr. Peng's lab actively engages in conference presentations at ARVO and ASGCT, with ongoing research supported by major biomedical funding agencies. She maintains a collaborative research environment at UCLA's Stein Eye Institute, integrating computational biology with experimental approaches to advance retinal disease research.

Grigori Enikolopovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neural Stem Cells
• Adult Neurogenesis
• Redox Signaling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Grigori Enikolopov is a Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at Stony Brook University's Renaissance School of Medicine. He holds a PhD in Molecular Biology from the Institute of Molecular Biology at the Russian Academy of Sciences and an MSc from Moscow State University. His research focuses on adult neural stem cells, hippocampal neurogenesis, redox signaling, and the role of nitric oxide in cilia function and brain physiology. Research interests include: Mechanisms of stem cell maintenance, division, and fate determination in the adult brain Impact of aging, stress, and environmental factors on neurogenesis Redox regulation in neural and non-neural tissues Development of genetic tools for studying cellular signaling His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate strong emphasis on: Radiation effects on cognitive flexibility and neurogenesis Advanced cell-tracking methodologies Cilia dysfunction in neurological disorders Behavioral neuroscience and aging Enikolopov leads an active research team including graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. His lab has received funding from NIH, NYSTEM, NASA, and private foundations including the Ellison Foundation and MJ Fox Foundation.

Stirling Churchmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gene expression regulation
• Transcription
• RNA processing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Stirling Churchman, Ph.D., is Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School and leads the Churchman Lab within the Blavatnik Institute. Her work integrates experimental and computational approaches to dissect the multiple layers of gene regulation, spanning transcription, RNA processing, and translation in both nuclear and mitochondrial systems. Education: While specific degrees are not detailed in the provided text, Dr. Churchman’s extensive publication record and faculty position at Harvard Medical School indicate advanced graduate and postdoctoral training in molecular biology and genomics. Research Interests: Nascent RNA dynamics: Using NET-seq and nanopore direct RNA sequencing to capture transcription and co-transcriptional processing at single-nucleotide resolution. Mitochondrial gene expression: Investigating how mitochondrial transcription and translation are synchronized with nuclear programs to maintain respiratory chain homeostasis. Chromatin architecture & single-molecule genomics: Employing Fiber-seq to visualize RNA polymerases and chromatin structure along native DNA fibers up to 30 kb in length. Post-transcriptional splicing kinetics: Quantifying intron removal dynamics in living cells to understand fidelity and timing of mRNA maturation. Across more than 60 publications (2011-2025), a clear trend emerges: Dr. Churchman develops cutting-edge sequencing technologies and applies them to fundamental questions in gene expression. Recent work (2024-2025) highlights a shift toward mitochondrial biology, antibiotic action on mitoribosomes, and the global quantification of RNA flow across cellular compartments. Scientific Awards & Honors: Specific named awards are not listed in the provided text; however, her continuous funding, high-impact publications, and professorial appointment at Harvard Medical School reflect significant peer recognition. Laboratory & Team: The Churchman Lab is located in the New Research Building at Harvard Medical School (Blavatnik Institute, Room 356). The team is interdisciplinary, combining expertise in biology, physics, chemistry, and computation to pursue integrative studies of gene regulation. Funding & Grants: While explicit grant numbers are not provided, the sustained productivity, large team, and resource-intensive technologies (e.g., nanopore sequencing, cryo-EM collaborations) indicate substantial and ongoing extramural funding from NIH and other agencies.

Petr Baranovمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Ocular Regenerative Medicine
• Retinal Stem-Cell Biology
• Retinal Ganglion Cell Transplantation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Petr Baranov, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School and an Assistant Scientist at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, where he also serves as Associate Director of the Ocular Regenerative Medicine Institute. His dual appointments place him at the forefront of translational vision science. Research Focus: Ocular regenerative medicine and retinal stem-cell biology Human retinal organoid technology and single-cell transcriptomics Retinal ganglion cell transplantation and optic-nerve regeneration Neuroprotection strategies via antioxidant and microglial modulation Biomaterial scaffolds and hydrogels for retinal tissue engineering Across more than 40 peer-reviewed publications since 2013, Baranov’s work demonstrates a clear trajectory from foundational developmental studies in lower vertebrates to high-resolution molecular mapping of human retina and, ultimately, to first-in-class cell-replacement therapies aimed at restoring sight in optic neuropathies and retinal degenerative diseases. Laboratory & Teams: He leads research efforts within the Ocular Regenerative Medicine Institute at Massachusetts Eye and Ear, collaborating extensively with the multi-institutional RReSTORe (Retinal Ganglion Cell Repopulation, Stem-cell Transplantation and Optic Nerve Regeneration) Consortium. His lab integrates single-cell multi-omics, advanced tissue-clearing imaging, and biomimetic hydrogel engineering to create next-generation retinal repair strategies.

• Cognitive/Systems Neuroscience
• Sensory Physiology
• Synapses and Circuits

Yasmine El-Shamayleh is an Assistant Professor of Neuroscience at the Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute , Columbia University. She holds a PhD in Neural Science from New York University and completed postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Washington. Education : BA in Biological Basis of Behavior (University of Pennsylvania), PhD in Neural Science (New York University), Postdoctoral Fellowships (University of Washington). Her research focuses on how neurons in the primate visual cortex encode object identity through shape processing, using optogenetics to dissect cortical circuits. Key areas include Cognitive Neuroscience , Systems Neuroscience , and Optogenetics . Recent work highlights transient neural inactivation effects in macaque cortex and immune responses to AAV-based optogenetic tools. Publications span 2010–2022 , emphasizing primate visual circuits, contour curvature coding, and dynamic occlusion representation. Trends include Neural Circuitry , Visual Perception , and Primate Research , with subtopics like Optogenetics , Decision-Making , and Sensory Integration .

Samuel Wagnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bacterial Secretion Systems
• Anti-Infective Development
• Molecular Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Samuel Wagner is a Full Professor of Infection Biology at the University of Tübingen and heads the Section for Cellular and Molecular Microbiology at the Institute for Medical Microbiology and Hygiene, University Hospital Tübingen. He serves as Director of Graduate Studies for the Interfaculty Graduate School of Infection Biology and Microbiology (IGIM), Deputy Director of the Interfaculty Institute for Microbiology and Infection Medicine Tübingen (IMIT), and member of the Cluster of Excellence "Controlling Microbes to Fight Infections" (CMFI) Board. He also co-coordinates the DZIF's TTU Gastrointestinal Infections. Education: Human Biology (Marburg), Biomedicine (Karolinska Institute), Biochemistry PhD (Karolinska, 2008) Research focuses on anti-infective strategies targeting bacterial virulence mechanisms , particularly structural and functional analysis of Salmonella 's Type III Secretion System (T3SS) and Legionella 's Type IV Secretion System (T4SS). His work spans molecular microbiology, infection biology, and therapeutic development, with emphasis on pathogen-host interactions and secretion system inhibition. Recent publications show trends in secretion system architecture , effector protein targeting , and anti-virulence compound discovery . Collaborations include EMBO, HFSP, DZIF, and CMFI initiatives. Scientific Awards EMBO Long-Term Fellowship (2008) Human Frontier Science Program Fellowship (2009) Sofja Kovalevskaja Award (2012) Capital Junge Elite 4x40 under 40 (2014) DGHM Förderpreis (2016) Active in academic leadership as Vice Dean for Digitalization and Young Scientists (Faculty of Medicine, 2020-present) and member of multiple expert commissions. Collaborates with German Center for Infection Research (DZIF) and European research networks.