Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Aging

Companies can greatly benefit from collaborating with academic researchers whose expertise is in the field of Aging. These researchers bring a deep understanding of the aging population, their needs, and the challenges they face. By working with them, companies can develop products and services that cater to the specific needs of older adults, improve existing offerings to be more age-friendly, and gain insights into market trends and opportunities in the aging market. Academic researchers can also provide valuable guidance in developing strategies for marketing to older adults, conducting user research, and implementing evidence-based practices. Overall, collaborating with academic researchers in Aging can help companies tap into a growing market segment, enhance their reputation as age-friendly brands, and drive innovation.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in Aging include Dushani L. Palliyaguru, Ph.D., Burcu Vitrinel, Ph.D., Joshua adekunle Babalola, Ph.D., Dr. Jacob Kendall, Samiul Amin, Giuliana Noratto, Taryn A. Myers, Ph.D., Vanessa Patrick, Ph.D., Mariane Vicente, Jose Nino, Ph.D, Norman Farb, Dr. Christian Waugh, Ph.D., Balamurugan Tangiisuran, and Lauren Duncan.

Dushani L. Palliyaguru, Ph.D.

Baltimore, MD, Maryland, United States of America
16 Years Experience
Toxicologist | Aging, Nutrition and Metabolism Research Scientist | Systems Biologist
Education

University of Pittsburgh

Ph.D., Environmental and Occupational Health (Toxicology) / May, 2016

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Clark University

B.A., Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Mathematics / May, 2009

Worcester, Massachusetts, United States of America
Experience

National Institute on Aging Intramural Research Program, Translational Gerontology Branch

IRTA Postdoctoral Fellow, K99/R00 Grant Recipient / September, 2018Present

-Leading, managing and coordinating large population longitudinal studies within US Federal Government and Industry partnerships - Successfully writing, submitting, and managing grants and manuscripts to ensure continuity of research initiatives -Hiring, mentoring, and supervising research fellows and technicians -Applying epidemiological, machine learning and data science methods to multi-omics data to characterize biomarkers of aging and aging-related diseases -Testing nutritional and pharmacological compounds for lifespan extension, and prevention of chronic diseases (eg. Alzheimer’s)

University of Pittsburgh, Department of Pharmacology and Chemical Biology

Postdoctoral Fellow / May, 2016September, 2018

Identified a novel urinary biomarker of cruciferous vegetable intake in cancer prevention clinical trials using liquid chromatography mass spectrometry -Led and managed project that showed broccoli-derived sulforaphane prevented breast cancer through altering gene expression and lipidomics profiles

Healthcare Ready

Health Policy Fellow / January, 2017January, 2018

-Synthesized data, mined literature and wrote Toolkits/ Issue Brief on “Pharmacy and Emergency Preparedness: A Landscape Analysis”

Most Relevant Research Expertise
aging
Other Research Expertise (16)
Nutrition
Oncology
Hematology
Molecular Biology
Food Science
And 11 more
About
·   Highly productive scientist with 13 years of multidisciplinary experience in toxicology, molecular nutrition, and aging/ disease biomarkers ·   Excellent communicator with proven record of advanced writing and presentation skills - manuscripts, conference presentations, and grants ·   Extensive experience in large study design, supervision and coordination, big data analysis, and management of junior scientists
Most Relevant Publications (4+)

20 total publications

Frailty index as a biomarker of lifespan and healthspan: Focus on pharmacological interventions

Mechanisms of Ageing and Development / Jun 01, 2019

Palliyaguru, D. L., Moats, J. M., Di Germanio, C., Bernier, M., & de Cabo, R. (2019). Frailty index as a biomarker of lifespan and healthspan: Focus on pharmacological interventions. Mechanisms of Ageing and Development, 180, 42–48. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mad.2019.03.005

Study of Longitudinal Aging in Mice: Presentation of Experimental Techniques

The Journals of Gerontology: Series A / Dec 18, 2020

Palliyaguru, D. L., Vieira Ligo Teixeira, C., Duregon, E., di Germanio, C., Alfaras, I., Mitchell, S. J., Navas-Enamorado, I., Shiroma, E. J., Studenski, S., Bernier, M., Camandola, S., Price, N. L., Ferrucci, L., & de Cabo, R. (2020). Study of Longitudinal Aging in Mice: Presentation of Experimental Techniques. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 76(4), 552–560. https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/glaa285

Combining a High Dose of Metformin With the SIRT1 Activator, SRT1720, Reduces Life Span in Aged Mice Fed a High-Fat Diet

The Journals of Gerontology: Series A / Jun 18, 2020

Palliyaguru, D. L., Minor, R. K., Mitchell, S. J., Palacios, H. H., Licata, J. J., Ward, T. M., Abulwerdi, G., Elliott, P., Westphal, C., Ellis, J. L., Sinclair, D. A., Price, N. L., Bernier, M., & de Cabo, R. (2020). Combining a High Dose of Metformin With the SIRT1 Activator, SRT1720, Reduces Life Span in Aged Mice Fed a High-Fat Diet. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 75(11), 2037–2041. https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/glaa148

Perinatal diet influences health and survival in a mouse model of leukemia

GeroScience / May 11, 2020

Palliyaguru, D. L., Rudderow, A. L., Sossong, A. M., Lewis, K. N., Younts, C., Pearson, K. J., Bernier, M., & de Cabo, R. (2020). Perinatal diet influences health and survival in a mouse model of leukemia. GeroScience, 42(4), 1147–1155. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11357-020-00199-9

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Burcu Vitrinel, Ph.D.

San Francisco
11 Years Experience
Cross-functional life sciences strategy professional with a Ph.D. in genetics
Education

New York University

Ph.D., Developmental Genetics / May, 2021

New York, New York, United States of America

M.Sc., Molecular Medicine / September, 2015

Berlin

Sabancı University

B.Sc., Bioengineering / May, 2013

Istanbul
Experience

Putnam Associates

Life Sciences Consultant / July, 2021November, 2023

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Aging
Other Research Expertise (15)
Molecular Biology
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Computer Science Applications
Virology
And 10 more
About
Cross-functional life sciences **strategy** professional with a doctoral degree in **genetics**; worked on 16+ projects in collaboration with 7+ big pharma clients as the lead consultant in a **client-facing** role. Exceptional understanding of current life sciences **market trends**. Scientist with 10+ years of wet-lab with hands-on **CRISPR-Cas9 gene** **editing and tandem mass-spectrometry** experience with 3 first-author papers. Experienced primary market researcher for pharmaceutical companies. Award-winning science communicator for a wide range of audiences tailored to different internal and external stakeholders.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

10 total publications

The conserved histone chaperone LIN‐53 is required for normal lifespan and maintenance of muscle integrity in Caenorhabditis elegans

Aging Cell / Aug 09, 2019

Müthel, S., Uyar, B., He, M., Krause, A., Vitrinel, B., Bulut, S., Vasiljevic, D., Marchal, I., Kempa, S., Akalin, A., & Tursun, B. (2019). The conserved histone chaperone LIN‐53 is required for normal lifespan and maintenance of muscle integrity in Caenorhabditis elegans. Aging Cell, 18(6). Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/acel.13012

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Joshua adekunle Babalola, Ph.D.

Graz
8 Years Experience
A scientist interested in translating life science skills into solving real life problems relating to microbes, aging, neurodegenerative and metabolic diseases. An advocate of inclusive science and life style changes.
Education

Medical University of Graz

PhD, Human Medicine / December, 2023

Graz
Experience

Medical University of Graz

Doctoral Researcher / November, 2019December, 2023

I investigated the contribution of metabolic dysfunctions to the progression of degenerative diseases of the brain

Hallym University, South Korea

Research Fellow / February, 2016September, 2019

I investigated the specie transmissibility of animal prions from one host to another. I also investigated the genotype frequency of prion protein polymorphism among healthy Nigerians.

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Aging
Other Research Expertise (10)
Dementia
Neurodegeneration
Life style changes
Metabolic dysfunction
Molecular Biology
And 5 more
About
Joshua Babalola  completed his doctoral studies recently during which he investigated the combinational effects of Type 2 diabetes and protein post translational modification in the pathophysiology of Alzheimer's disease. <br> Joshua is interested in translating life science skills into solving real life problems relating to microbial infections, aging, metabolic dysfunctions and neurodegenerative diseases. Aside these, he advocates for inclusive science and lifestyle changes. Joshua's educational background includes an MSc in Medical Microbiology from Hallym University, South Korea and a PhD in Human Medicine from Medical University of Graz, Austria. He also holds a BSc in Microbiology from Ekiti State University, Nigeria. In Joshua's leisure, he communicates science relating to healthy lifestyle modifications and Dementia via his social media handles.

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Dr. Jacob Kendall

Fairhope, Alabama, United States of America
8 Years Experience
business founder, speaker, consultant, and advocate on heart disease, healthcare, aging, and caregiving
Education

Tulane University

PhD, Interdisciplinary Aging Studies / May, 2016

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America

Mercer University

MDiv, Theology / August, 2025 (anticipated)

Macon, Georgia, United States of America

Tulane University

MPH, International Health and Development / May, 2011

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America
Experience

Kendall Enterprises, LLC

Consultant | Speaker | Founder / August, 2021Present

heart disease, caregiving, and aging: presentations, webinars, thought leadership, social media content and engagement, podcast episodes

Endpoints, LLC

Administrator | Co-Founder / January, 2020March, 2024

mental health practice, SimplePractice (EMR)

Groundwork Resources, LLC

Director | Co-Founder / January, 2020November, 2023

grant-writing and other services for nonprofits

Most Relevant Research Expertise
aging
Other Research Expertise (6)
mental health
physical health
chronic disease
caregiving
religion
And 1 more
About
Dr. Jacob Kendall helps patients, caregivers, and providers do better at heart disease and, by extension, life in general. Our health is 4-dimensional (or more), and so should be our healthcare. He has had 2 open-heart surgeries and has been a full-time caregiver for multiple members with heart disease. Jacob also is a theogerontologist with a broadly interdisciplinary background in biology, social work, and public health. For fun (and also spiritual growth) he reads a wide range of literature, his favorites being quantum mechanics, animal behavior, early American history, religion, and Stephen King. Indeed, his lifelong goal since childhood has been to become a true Renaissance person, which also – in addition to the above – has included accumulating 25 passport stamps so far and learning and enjoying multiple musical instruments. He currently lives with his wife and son on Mobile Bay in Alabama.

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Samiul Amin

20 Years Experience
Professor of Practice at University of Miami Professor of Practice and Director ECAP at University of Miami with expertise in Formulation Design, Rheology, Biosurfactants, Biopolymers and Materials Science.
Education

North Carolina State University

PhD, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering / July, 2002

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America

Johns Hopkins University

M.S, Chemical Engineering / January, 1997

Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

B.S, chemical engineering / May, 1995

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America
Experience

University of Miami

Professor of Practice / August, 2022Present

Manhattan College

Associate Professor / January, 2018July, 2022

L'Oreal USA

Assistant Vice-President / November, 2015January, 2018

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Aging
Other Research Expertise (37)
Complex Fluids
Rheology
Microrheology
Protein Aggregation
Colloid and Surface Chemistry
And 32 more
About
With over 22 years of industry and academic experience in SoftMatter, colloids, and complex fluids, I am a Professor of Practice and Director of the Engineering Corporate Affiliate Program (ECAP) at the University of Miami. My mission is to bridge the gap between engineering education/research and industry needs, and to foster a culture of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship among students and faculty. I am also co-founder of FastFormulator a Formulation Design Lab developing novel sustainable formulations for a wide range of industries utilizing an integrated approach of High THroughput FOrmulation Automation/Advanced CHaracterization/AI-ML and based on deep colloid science/complex fluids insights. <br> As a leading researcher and consultant in formulation design and performance optimization of consumer, cosmetic, biopharmaceutical, and homecare products, I collaborate with multiple global companies and organizations to develop novel and sustainable solutions based on high throughput formulation, AI/ML, advanced characterization and novel sustainable materials. I also teach courses in polymers, surfactants, emulsions, rheology, tribology, and innovation management, and chair international conferences in my field of expertise. I am passionate about advancing the science and engineering of complex fluids and cosmetics, and sharing my knowledge and insights with the next generation of engineers and innovators.
Most Relevant Publications (19+)

68 total publications

Surface Activity of Surfactant–Polyelectrolyte Mixtures through Nanoplasmonic Sensing Technology

Cosmetics / Oct 12, 2022

Perea Cubides, T. A., & Amin, S. (2022). Surface Activity of Surfactant–Polyelectrolyte Mixtures through Nanoplasmonic Sensing Technology. Cosmetics, 9(5), 105. https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics9050105

Methylcellulose-Chitosan Smart Gels for Hairstyling

Cosmetics / Jun 27, 2022

Hartson, M., Coyle, C., & Amin, S. (2022). Methylcellulose-Chitosan Smart Gels for Hairstyling. Cosmetics, 9(4), 69. https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics9040069

Sustainable thermoresponsive whey protein‐ and chitosan‐based oil‐in‐water emulsions for cosmetic applications

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Dec 05, 2021

Speer, S., & Amin, S. (2021). Sustainable thermoresponsive whey protein‐ and chitosan‐based oil‐in‐water emulsions for cosmetic applications. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 44(1), 30–41. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12752

High‐performance sulphate‐free cleansers: Surface activity, foaming and rheology

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Nov 14, 2021

Yorke, K., Potanin, A., Jogun, S., Morgan, A., Shen, H., & Amin, S. (2021). High‐performance sulphate‐free cleansers: Surface activity, foaming and rheology. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 43(6), 636–652. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12740

Rheological stability of carbomer in hydroalcoholic gels: Influence of alcohol type

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Dec 01, 2021

Kolman, M., Smith, C., Chakrabarty, D., & Amin, S. (2021). Rheological stability of carbomer in hydroalcoholic gels: Influence of alcohol type. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 43(6), 748–763. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12750

Exploring the Utility of Diffusing Wave Spectroscopy (DWS) as a Novel Tool for Early Detection of Stability Issues in Cosmetic Emulsions

Cosmetics / Oct 28, 2021

Kolman, M., Boland, G., & Amin, S. (2021). Exploring the Utility of Diffusing Wave Spectroscopy (DWS) as a Novel Tool for Early Detection of Stability Issues in Cosmetic Emulsions. Cosmetics, 8(4), 99. https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics8040099

Flow and performance effects of talc alternatives on powder cosmetic formulations

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Sep 01, 2021

Ajayi, O. M., & Amin, S. (2021). Flow and performance effects of talc alternatives on powder cosmetic formulations. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 43(5), 588–600. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12733

High Performance Conditioning Shampoo with Hyaluronic Acid and Sustainable Surfactants

Cosmetics / Aug 06, 2021

Yorke, K., & Amin, S. (2021). High Performance Conditioning Shampoo with Hyaluronic Acid and Sustainable Surfactants. Cosmetics, 8(3), 71. https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics8030071

Impact of Processing Conditions on Rheology, Tribology and Wet Lubrication Performance of a Novel Amino Lipid Hair Conditioner

Cosmetics / Aug 26, 2021

Ajayi, O., Davies, A., & Amin, S. (2021). Impact of Processing Conditions on Rheology, Tribology and Wet Lubrication Performance of a Novel Amino Lipid Hair Conditioner. Cosmetics, 8(3), 77. https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics8030077

Challenges and effective routes for formulating and delivery of epidermal growth factors in skin care

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Jan 15, 2021

Eskens, O., & Amin, S. (2021). Challenges and effective routes for formulating and delivery of epidermal growth factors in skin care. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 43(2), 123–130. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12685

Impact of polyelectrolyte‐surfactant interactions on the rheology and wet lubrication performance of conditioning shampoo

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Mar 18, 2021

Benhur, A. M., Diaz, J., & Amin, S. (2021). Impact of polyelectrolyte‐surfactant interactions on the rheology and wet lubrication performance of conditioning shampoo. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 43(2), 246–253. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12689

Optimizing interactions between soluble silk fibroin and capryl glucoside for design of a natural and high‐performance co‐surfactant system

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Dec 30, 2020

Maxwell, R., Costache, M. C., Giarrosso, A., Bosques, C., & Amin, S. (2020). Optimizing interactions between soluble silk fibroin and capryl glucoside for design of a natural and high‐performance co‐surfactant system. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 43(1), 68–77. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12676

Rheological Investigation of Thermoresponsive Alginate-Methylcellulose Gels for Epidermal Growth Factor Formulation

Cosmetics / Dec 30, 2020

Eskens, O., Villani, G., & Amin, S. (2020). Rheological Investigation of Thermoresponsive Alginate-Methylcellulose Gels for Epidermal Growth Factor Formulation. Cosmetics, 8(1), 3. https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics8010003

Design of high‐performance curling mascara through utilization of smart thermoresponsive polymer

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Aug 19, 2020

Chen, S., & Amin, S. (2020). Design of high‐performance curling mascara through utilization of smart thermoresponsive polymer. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 42(6), 557–563. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12639

Design of sustainable lip gloss formulation with biosurfactants and silica particles

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Aug 20, 2020

Drakontis, C. E., & Amin, S. (2020). Design of sustainable lip gloss formulation with biosurfactants and silica particles. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 42(6), 573–580. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12642

Engineering rheological response in chitosan–sophorolipid systems through controlled interactions

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Jul 20, 2020

Pingali, S., Benhur, A. M., & Amin, S. (2020). Engineering rheological response in chitosan–sophorolipid systems through controlled interactions. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 42(4), 407–414. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12640

Microstructure design of CTAC:FA and BTAC:FA lamellar gels for optimized rheological performance utilizing automated formulation platform

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Apr 24, 2020

Davies, A. R., & Amin, S. (2020). Microstructure design of CTAC:FA and BTAC:FA lamellar gels for optimized rheological performance utilizing automated formulation platform. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 42(3), 259–269. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12609

Designing high‐performance colour cosmetics through optimization of powder flow characteristics

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Mar 11, 2020

Liu, X., Drakontis, C., & Amin, S. (2020). Designing high‐performance colour cosmetics through optimization of powder flow characteristics. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 42(2), 208–216. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12608

Microrheological study of ternary surfactant‐biosurfactant mixtures

International Journal of Cosmetic Science / Jun 28, 2019

Xu, L., & Amin, S. (2019). Microrheological study of ternary surfactant‐biosurfactant mixtures. International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 41(4), 364–370. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/ics.12541

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Giuliana Noratto

15 Years Experience
Food Scientist PhD and Registered Dietician - Texas A&M University
Education

Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University System

Ph.D., Department of Food Science and Technology

College Station

Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina

M.Sc., Food Science and Technology

Lima
Experience

Texas A&M AgriLife

Senior Associate Research Scientist / August, 2016Present

Washington State

Assistant Professor - Head of Food Science lab / 20122016

Research focus is on the role of nutrition in the prevention or progress of obesity-related chronic diseases. We investigate food bioactive compounds with the main goal of uncovering the molecular mechanisms by which diet derived compounds interact with the genome (effect on gene and protein expression and biomarkers) to shift the onset or outcome of disease. Research projects are centered around: - Milk and dairy-derived bioactive compounds - Plant food botanicals

Texas A&M University

Research Scientist / 20082012

In charge of projects dealing with effects of natural plant extracts to prevent or cure cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular complications; all these having in common to be the result of inflammation and obesity.

Research Expertise (29)
Food Science
Nutrition
Human Health
Analytical Chemistry
Nutrition and Dietetics
And 24 more
About
Dr. Giuliana Noratto is a senior associate research scientist at Texas A&M AgriLife. She received her Ph.D. in food science and technology from Texas A&M University System, and her M.Sc. in food science and technology from Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina. She also holds a B.S. in food science and technology from Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina. Dr. Noratto’s research interests include food safety and quality, sensory science, and food processing.

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Taryn A. Myers, Ph.D.

13 Years Experience
Professor of Psychology with publications in risk and protective factors for body image concerns and disordered eating
Education

Kent State University

Ph.D., Clinical Psychology

Kent, Ohio, United States of America

Kent State University

M.A., Clinical Psychology

Kent, Ohio, United States of America

Kenyon College

B.A., Psychology

Gambier, Ohio, United States of America
Experience

Virginia Wesleyan University

Associate Professor / August, 2016August, 2022

Professor and Chair of Psychology / August, 2022Present

Assistant Professor / August, 2010August, 2016

Research Expertise (15)
Body Image
Eating Disorders
Feminist Beliefs
Clinical Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health
And 10 more
About
Dr. Taryn A. Myers earned her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Kent State University, where she served as a Teaching Fellow and Assistant Director of the Psychological Clinic. She received her B.A. in Psychology with an interdisciplinary minor in Women's and Gender Studies from Kenyon College. A native Midwesterner, Dr. Myers completed her clinical residency at the Medical College of Georgia and the Charlie Norwood Veteran's Affairs Medical Center prior to moving to Hampton Roads in 2010. She chose to come to Virginia Wesleyan because of her passion for teaching and the liberal arts. Dr. Myers' research interests include risk and protective factors for body dissatisfaction and disordered eating. She enjoys integrating stories from her clinical work and findings from her research into her teaching to make the material come alive for students. She also engages in editorial activities for such journals as Body Image and Sex Roles. In addition, Dr. Myers enjoys sharing her research with students through independent projects and encourages them to present their work at state and national conferences. Dr. Myers is currently serving as Chair of Psychology as well as Chair of Special Interest Groups of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). She is the 2017 recipient of an Early Career Achievement Award from the American Psychological Association, the 2018 recipient of the Samuel Nelson Gray Distinguished Teaching award from VWU, and the 2019 recipient of the ABCT Women's Issues Special Interest Group Early Career Award.

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Vanessa Patrick, Ph.D.

14 Years Experience
Award-winning researcher, teacher and author with a passion for research, teaching and learning.
Education

University of Southern California

Ph.D, Business / May, 2004

Los Angeles, California, United States of America

MBA, Marketing / July, 1994

Mumbai

Bachelor of Science, Microbiology & Biochemistry / May, 1993

Mumbai
Experience

University of Houston

Bauer Professor of Marketing; Associate Dean for Research / August, 2009Present

Research Expertise (30)
Marketing
Everyday Aesthetics
Affect and Sensory Issues
Luxury
Consumer Behavior
And 25 more
About
[Vanessa Patrick, PhD.](https://www.vanessapatrick.net/ "https://www.vanessapatrick.net/") is the Associate Dean for Research, Executive Director of Doctoral Programs (PhD and DBA), a Bauer Professor of Marketing and lead faculty of the Executive Women in Leadership Program at the Bauer School of Business at the University of Houston.   She has been recognized with a number of awards for both scholarship and teaching, including the LeRoy and Lucille Melcher Faculty Excellence award from the Bauer College of Business for Research Excellence (2011), Service Excellence (2016) and Teaching Excellence (2018). In 2012, she was named one of the top 50 most productive marketing scholars worldwide by the DocSig of the American Marketing Association. She was appointed as a Fulbright Specialist (2019-24) by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. She served in this role by visiting the Institut Teknologi Bandung in Indonesia in November 2022.   She is a regular speaker at both academic and practitioner conferences, including the Association of Consumer Research Conference, the Society of Consumer Psychology conference, the Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce annual conference, the NAWMBA Annual Gender Diversity Conference and the UH Women of Color Coalition.   She is a prominent scholar in her field and serves on editorial and policy boards of leading academic journals. She is currently an Associate Editor for the Journal of Marketing Research and the Journal of Marketing. She is the author of a new book The Power of Saying No: The New Science of How to Say No that Puts you in charge of your Life. Visit her at [vanessapatrick.net.](https://www.vanessapatrick.net/ "https://www.vanessapatrick.net/")

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Norman Farb

9 Years Experience
Associate Professor at University of Toronto - Mississauga
Education

University of Toronto

PhD, Psychology / December, 2010

Toronto
Experience

University of Toronto - Mississauga

Associate Professor / July, 2014Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Aging
Other Research Expertise (33)
Mindfulness- Emotion - Affect - Attention - Neuroscience - Interoception
Cognitive Neuroscience
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
And 28 more
About
Norman Farb, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he directs the Regulatory and Affective Dynamics laboratory (www.radlab.zone). He studies the psychology of well-being, focusing on mental habits, such as how we think about ourselves and interpret our emotions. He is particularly interested in why people differ in their resilience to stress, depression, and anxiety. Prof. Farb's work currently explores online training to support wellbeing, as well as neuroimaging to understand how emotional reactions predict mental health over the lifespan.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

95 total publications

Do Lifestyle Activities Protect Against Cognitive Decline in Aging? A Review

Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience / Nov 20, 2017

Christie, G. J., Hamilton, T., Manor, B. D., Farb, N. A. S., Farzan, F., Sixsmith, A., Temprado, J.-J., & Moreno, S. (2017). Do Lifestyle Activities Protect Against Cognitive Decline in Aging? A Review. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience, 9. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2017.00381

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Dr. Christian Waugh, Ph.D.

13 Years Experience
Professor of Psychology with expertise in resilience, positive emotions, stress
Education

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

Ph.D., Psychology / 2006

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America
Experience

Wake Forest University

2010Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Aging
Other Research Expertise (37)
Emotion
stress
fMRI
psychophysiology
Sociology and Political Science
And 32 more
About
Christian Waugh, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychology at Wake Forest University, NC, is an expert in the study of stress resilience, emotions, and effective coping habits. His research features resilience as the result of stress, trauma, and the ability to experience positive emotions in times of stress. Dr. Waugh has been twice honored for teaching excellence at Wake Forest, is a professional speaker, and has published several dozen scientific articles.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

77 total publications

Falling hard, but recovering resoundingly: Age differences in stressor reactivity and recovery.

Psychology and Aging / Jul 13, 2023

Minton, A. R., Waugh, C. E., Snyder, J. S., Charles, S. T., Haase, C. M., & Mikels, J. A. (2023). Falling hard, but recovering resoundingly: Age differences in stressor reactivity and recovery. Psychology and Aging. https://doi.org/10.1037/pag0000761

Messages that matter: Age differences in affective responses to framed health messages.

Psychology and Aging / Jun 01, 2016

Mikels, J. A., Shuster, M. M., Thai, S. T., Smith-Ray, R., Waugh, C. E., Roth, K., Keilly, A., & Stine-Morrow, E. A. L. (2016). Messages that matter: Age differences in affective responses to framed health messages. Psychology and Aging, 31(4), 409–414. https://doi.org/10.1037/pag0000040

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Balamurugan Tangiisuran

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
14 Years Experience
Associate Professor in Clinical Pharmacy at Universiti Sains Malaysia
Education

Ph.D, Medication safety in Geriatrics / March, 2010

Sussex
Most Relevant Research Expertise
Aging
Other Research Expertise (51)
Geriatrics
Pharmacy
Internal Medicine
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
And 46 more
About
Dr. Bala brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as an Associate Professor in Clinical Pharmacy at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, USM. He has a proven track record of success in his field, having held key leadership positions such as Director at the Malaysian National Poison Centre and Program Chairman (Clinical Pharmacy) at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, USM. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from USM and a PhD from Brighton and Sussex Medical School, UK. Additionally, he has been appointed as Visiting Senior Lecturer at King's College London and as a Fellow of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Drug Information at the National Poison Centre. <br> Bala's research focuses on the areas of clinical pharmacy practice and medication safety, as well as geriatric pharmacy. He has published more than 50 peer-reviewed journal articles/abstracts and has been invited as a guest speaker at numerous international and domestic scientific events. He is an experienced internal and external examiner for over 40 PhD and Master thesis and has actively reviewed manuscripts for international academic journals. Bala's teaching activities encompass both undergraduate and postgraduate-level instruction, and he has supervised the research of numerous postgraduate students. He is committed to curriculum development and has implemented innovative and interactive teaching methods to improve student learning outcomes. He has successfully graduated 24 students, including 4 PhDs, 4 MSc, and 16 Master in Clinical Pharmacy. He is dedicated to producing sustainable pharmacy education and closing the knowledge transfer gap for students. If you're interested in Clinical Pharmacy, Geriatric pharmacy, Medication Safety, Research and Education, feel free to connect and exchange ideas.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

78 total publications

Adverse drug reactions in elderly: challenges in identification and improving preventative strategies

Age and Ageing / May 06, 2009

Tangiisuran, B., Wright, J., Van der Cammen, T., & Rajkumar, C. (2009). Adverse drug reactions in elderly: challenges in identification and improving preventative strategies. Age and Ageing, 38(4), 358–359. https://doi.org/10.1093/ageing/afp050

Comparison of nurses and general caregivers’ knowledge, attitude, and practice on medication administration process and their distress level in long-term care facilities across Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Selangor of Malaysia

Aging Clinical and Experimental Research / May 19, 2017

Tangiisuran, B., Tye, S. C., Leow, M. Y., & Awang, R. (2017). Comparison of nurses and general caregivers’ knowledge, attitude, and practice on medication administration process and their distress level in long-term care facilities across Penang, Kuala Lumpur, and Selangor of Malaysia. Aging Clinical and Experimental Research, 30(2), 183–191. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40520-017-0772-1

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Lauren Duncan

William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Psychology, Smith College, Social, Personality, and Political Psychology
Education

University of Michigan

Ph.D., Psychology

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America
Experience

Smith College

Professor

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Aging
Other Research Expertise (16)
Personality Psychology
Social Psychology
Political activism
Feminist psychology
Political Science and International Relations
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Lauren Duncan received a doctorate in personality psychology and a graduate certificate in women’s studies from the University of Michigan, and a bachelor’s in economics from the University of Southern California. She is currently working with Smith students to understand why some people become politically active whereas others remain inactive. Some recent projects include the development of measures of group consciousness or politicized group identities—specifically feminist consciousness and queer consciousness. She is also working on a psychobiography of Gloria Steinem to try to explain how she became a feminist icon. Most recently, she has been collecting and translating oral histories of Italian feminist and queer activists in Italy. <br>
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

49 total publications

Midlife women's generativity and authoritarianism: Marriage, motherhood, and 10 years of aging.

Psychology and Aging / Sep 01, 2007

Peterson, B. E., & Duncan, L. E. (2007). Midlife women’s generativity and authoritarianism: Marriage, motherhood, and 10 years of aging. Psychology and Aging, 22(3), 411–419. https://doi.org/10.1037/0882-7974.22.3.411

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Example Aging projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on Aging?

Designing Age-Friendly Technology Solutions

An academic researcher in Aging can collaborate with a technology company to design age-friendly technology solutions. They can conduct user research to understand the specific needs and preferences of older adults, and then work with the company's design and development teams to create products that are intuitive, accessible, and inclusive for older users.

Developing Healthcare Services for Aging Population

A healthcare company can collaborate with an academic researcher in Aging to develop specialized healthcare services for the aging population. The researcher can provide insights into the unique healthcare needs of older adults, conduct studies to evaluate the effectiveness of existing services, and work with the company to design and implement evidence-based interventions and programs.

Creating Age-Friendly Retail Environments

A retail company can collaborate with an academic researcher in Aging to create age-friendly retail environments. The researcher can provide expertise in store layout and design, lighting, signage, and product placement to enhance the shopping experience for older adults. They can also conduct research on consumer behavior and preferences among older adults to inform marketing and product development strategies.

Implementing Age-Inclusive HR Policies

An academic researcher in Aging can collaborate with a company's HR department to implement age-inclusive policies and practices. They can conduct research on age-related biases and stereotypes in the workplace, provide training on age diversity and inclusion, and help develop strategies to attract, retain, and support older employees. This collaboration can lead to a more inclusive and age-diverse workforce, fostering innovation and productivity.

Designing Aging-Friendly Housing Solutions

A real estate development company can collaborate with an academic researcher in Aging to design aging-friendly housing solutions. The researcher can provide insights into the housing needs and preferences of older adults, conduct studies on accessibility and universal design, and work with the company's architects and designers to create housing options that promote independent living, safety, and well-being for older residents.