"Resilience through diversity: Biophysically heterogeneity protects physiological neurocircuit activity" Scott Rich, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Physiology in Neurobiology University of Connecticut Thursday March 7, 2024 11am–12pm in UTEB 150 If you are unable to attend in person you can join remotely here Abstract: Diversity is the norm in most biological systems, and the brain […]
"Cellular heterogeneity and plasticity in prostate development and cancer" Maho Shibata, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology The George Washington University Cancer Center Thursday March 21, 2024 11am–12pm in UTEB 150 If you are unable to attend in person you can join remotely here Abstract: Prostate cancer remains a lethal disease despite […]
"Mechanobiology: Tension to Function" Sulin Zhang, Ph.D. Professor Department of Engineering Science and Mechanics Pennsylvania State University Thursday March 28, 2024 11am–12pm in UTEB 150 Abstract: The tensegrity theory offers a foundational structural framework for understanding the hierarchical organization of living systems and the transmission of mechanical signals in cells and tissues. Yet, the dynamic […]
The Therapeutic Potential of Nucleic AcidBinding Polymers in Inflammatory Diseases Kam W. Leong, Ph.D. Samuel Y Sheng Professor Dept of Biomedical Engineering Columbia University, New York, NY Thursday September 19, 2024, 11am-12pm, PWEB 150 Abstract: Inflammation serves as a well-orchestrated physiological response, functioning as a critical defense mechanism to alert the organism to tissue damage […]
Rubbery electronics and bioelectronics Cunjiang Yu, Ph.D. Founder Professor University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Thursday September 26, 2024, 11am-12pm, PWEB 150 Abstract: Electronics that can seamlessly integrate with human body could have significant impact in medical diagnostic, therapeutics. However, seamless integration is a grand challenge because of the distinct nature between electronics and human body. Traditional […]
Hierarchical Surface Restructuring: The Technology of the Future for Sustainable, High Performing and Multifunctional Neural Interfacing Electrodes and Microelectrode Arrays Shahram Amini Ph.D. Vice President of R&D- Pulse Technologies Gratis Professor- BME University of Connecticut Thursday October 10, 2024, 11am-12pm, PWEB 150 Abstract: Recent advancements in implantable neural interfacing devices have led to significant breakthroughs […]
Breaking barriers: Unleashing potent anti-tumor immunity through advances in CD8 T cell and NK cell modulation Hakimeh Ebrahimi-Nik, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Internal Medicine Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center Thursday October 24, 2024, 11am-12pm, PWEB 150 Abstract: While immune checkpoint inhibitors have significantly advanced cancer therapy, overcoming resistance remains a major challenge, driving […]
PHLPPing the switch: PHLPP inhibitors to promote intervertebral disc health Svenja Illien-Junger, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Emory Musculoskeletal Research Center Department of Orthopaedics, Atlanta, GA Thursday October 31, 2024, 11am-12pm, PWEB 150 Abstract: Back pain is a leading cause of global disability and is strongly associated with intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration. The causes of IVD degeneration […]
EXA-SCALE IMAGING OF THE MAMMALIAN BRAIN Jeff W. Lichtman, M.D., Ph.D. Jeremy R. Knowles Professor of Molecular and Cellular Biology Santiago Ramon y Cajal Professor of Arts and Sciences Dean of Sciences in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Harvard Thursday November 07, 2024, 11am-12pm, PWEB 150 Biography: Jeff W. Lichtman, M.D., Ph.D. is […]
Drug delivery strategies to access inflamed peripheral nerves Kelly Langert, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Depart of Pharmacology and Neuroscience Loyola University, Chicago, IL Thursday November 14, 2024 11am-12pm PWEB 150 Abstract: The acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (AIDP) subtype of Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is a debilitating autoimmune peripheral neuropathy. Current treatments, focused on nonspecific immune modulation, are […]
Dr. Reza Amin, Ph.D. Founder and CEO Bastion Health Thursday February 13, 2025 11am-12pm PWEB 150 Abstract: The landscape of men’s healthcare is evolving, with telehealth playing a critical role in bridging access gaps, improving outcomes, and reducing costs. However, to drive real transformation, telehealth must align with the Quintuple Aim—enhancing patient engagement, clinician satisfaction, […]
Microbiota in tissue engineering and targeted delivery of microbial metabolites Dr. Venkatakrishna R. Jala, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, UofL-Brown Cancer Center; Member, Immuno-Oncology Program University of Louisville Thursday March 6, 2025 11am-12pm PWEB 150 Abstract: Trillions of microbes reside in the gastrointestinal tract (gut microbiota), playing a crucial role in human […]
