Bangyan L. Stiles, PhD

Professor of Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences · USC School of Pharmacy

Bangyan Stiles is an expert in cancer cell biology, cancer genetics, cell cycle, and stem cell biology.

Stem Cells Liver Cancer Molecular Biology Carcinogenesis Beta-Cell Regeneration

Dr. Steen Hasselbalch

Clinical Professor · Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen

Dr. Hasselbalch is a consultant neurologist at the Danish Dementia Research Centre, Rigshospitalet, at the University of Copenhagen.

Complex Intervention Strategies Neurodegenerative Disease Biomarkers Psychiatric Diseases Dementia Disorders

Michael Fendrich, Ph.D.

Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Social Work · University of Connecticut

Michael Fendrich is an expert on policies, services, interventions, and risk factors related to substance misuse and mental health.

Risk Factors for Substance Misuse Addiction and Mental Health Services Research Design

Gary Firestein

Director, Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute · UC San Diego

Dr. Gary Firestein's research interests focuses on the pathogenesis and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Biomarkers Metalloproteinase and Cytokine Gene Regulation Epigenetics Rheumatic Diseases Rheumatoid Arthritis

Douglas J. Casa, Ph.D.

CEO-Korey Stringer Institute, Professor Department of Kinesiology · University of Connecticut

Focused on prevention of sudden death in sport, exertional heat stroke, wearable technologies, hydration, and performance in the heat

Athletic Training Thermoregulation Exercise & Heat Heat Stroke Preventing Sudden Death

Grant D. Lawless, MD, RPh, FACP

Associate Professor of Pharmaceutical and Health Economics · USC School of Pharmacy

Grant Lawless focuses on the intersection of health economics, applied health policy, insurance design, and competitive business.

Competitive Business Intelligence and Pricing Insurance Design Health Economics Applied Health Policy

Malú Gámez Tansey

Professor/Co-Director · University of Florida

Malú Gámez Tansey researches how the immune system protects or predisposes us to Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and frontotemporal dementia.

FTD Parkinson's Gut-brain Axis Neuroinflammation Neurodegeneration

John Srigley, MD

Expert Advisor, Pathology · Canadian Partnership Against Cancer

A consultant and educator in oncologic and urologic pathology revolutionizing the understanding of pathologists' role in cancer control

Quality assurance in pathology and synoptic reporting Oncologic Pathology Clinicopathologic and prognostic factor analysis of urologic tumours The classification of genitourinary neoplasia

Nagy Youssef, MD, PhD

Professor of Psychiatry · Augusta University

Dr. Nagy Youssef is a leading expert in PTSD and suicide prevention and treats civilians, active duty military and veterans.

Genomics and epigentics Suicide Prevention Treatment-Resistant Mood Disorders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Psychiatry

David Kaufman

Chair and Professor of Neurology · Michigan State University

David Kaufman is an expert in the area of concussions and CTE in the NFL, as well as neuro-ophthalmology issues.

Neurology Concussion Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy Neuro-Ophthalmology Sports Concussion

Dr. Heather E. Whitson, MD, MHS

Professor · Duke University School of Medicine

She has particular interest and expertise related to the interface between age-related changes in sensory and cognitive health.

Population Health Alzheimers Ageing Age-Related Changes in the Eye Cognitive Health

Anthony Maurelli

Professor · University of Florida

Anthony Maurelli studies bacterial genetics to address questions about how bacteria cause gut disease and sexually transmitted infections.

Laboratory Capacity Building Wasterwater Epidemiology Sexually Transmitted Diseases Shigella Genetics and Pathogenesis Bacterial Pathogenesis

Honglei Chen

Professor of Epidemiology and Biostatistics · Michigan State University

Research focuses on disease prevention and causes of Parkinson's disease.

Biomarkers Parkinson Disease Epidemology Biostatistics Prodromal Symptoms

Darlene Kertes

Assistant Professor · University of Florida

Darlene Kertes’ research examines the role of life experiences and epigenetic processes on activity of stress-sensitive systems.

Antecedents Psychchology

Yan Wang

Assistant Professor · University of Florida

Yan Wang's research is focused on assessing/intervening substance use and health outcomes by leveraging mobile technologies.

Ecological momentary assessment Alcohol Abuse Medical Cannabis Alcohol use/misuse Wearable Alcohol Biosensors

Sarah F. Hamm-Alvarez, PhD

Professor of Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences · USC School of Pharmacy

Sarah F. Hamm-Alvarez is an expert in drug delivery for eye diseases.

Cellular Junctions Autoimmune Diseases Cytoskeleton Trafficking Membrane Trafficking Lacrimal Gland (Tear Gland)

Mark Prausnitz

Professor, Director of Center for Drug Design, Development, and Delivery, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering · Georgia Tech - COE

Mark Prausnitz and his colleagues carry out research on biophysical methods of drug delivery.

Biotechnology Materials and Nanotechnology Biophysical Methods of Drug Delivery Complex Systems

Ram Sharma, M.D.

Psychiatrist · ChristianaCare

Dr. Ram Sharma is a psychiatrist with the Behavioral Health Unit at ChristianaCare’s Wilmington Hospital.

Psychiatric Clinical Research Psychopharmacology Psychosis Treatment Resistant Depression Bipolar Disorder

Klaus Romero, MD, MS, FCP

Adjunct Professor of Clinical Pharmacy · USC School of Pharmacy

Klaus Romero is a clinical pharmacologist and epidemiologist who has developed models to predict the efficacy and safety of medications.

Quantitative Medicine Pharmacoepidemiology Pharmacometrics

Curtis T. Okamoto, PhD

Associate Dean for Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Studies & Associate Professor of Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences · USC School of Pharmacy

Curtis Okamoto's research focuses on cell structure and organization, membranes and transport, and physiology.

Physiology Cell Structure & Organization Membranes & Transport