Work with thought leaders and academic experts in urology

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Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in urology include John M Baust, Ph.D, Jeffrey Townsend, Richard Mendelson, vahid khoshkava, Vishal Kothari, Professor Esper A. Cavalheiro, Sujasha Gupta, Xander van Wijk, PhD, DABCC, FADLM, Ava Winn, Annelyn Torres-Reveron, Tariq Shehzad, Wenjia Feng, and Mehrdad Sheikhvatan.

John M Baust, Ph.D

Ithaca, New York, United States of America
25 Years Experience
Proven success in delivering best-in-class services across scientific, commercial and education environments.
Education

Harvard Medical School

Post Doc

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Binghamton University

Ph.D.

Binghamton, New York, United States of America

Cornell University

BS

Ithaca, New York, United States of America
Experience

Cell Preservation Services (United States)

President

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (16)
Cell Biology
Biotechnology
Biomedical Engineering
Transplantation
Surgery
And 11 more
About
***Proven success in delivering best-in-class services across highly regulated scientific and commercial environments.*** * Resourceful, dynamic, and future-focused professional; equipped with strategic leadership, business, research, and academic expertise with career excellence in conducting in-depth research, leading multi-faceted R&D projects, and developing new products and treatments. * Dedicated, driven self-starter focused on developing innovative life changing technologies and procedures advancing the areas of cancer treatment, regenerative medicine and cell therapy.   * Substantial experience in providing oversight for medical device development, pre-clinical studies, cancer therapy, stem cell preservation, cell therapy, tissue engineering, and organ transplantation, etc. * Astute at establishing solid relationships with stakeholders and industry leaders to drive innovative ideas and lead collaborative efforts in pursuit of accomplishing long-term milestones. * Successful in delivering interactive academic instruction across higher education settings offering captivating lectures on Biology and Entrepreneurship courses in accordance with the organizational mission. * Accredited with authoring, managing, and executing multi-million dollar grants, corporate contracts * Accomplished author of numerous patents and high profile publications to disseminate essential research findings.
Most Relevant Publications (9+)

68 total publications

Cryoablative response of prostate cancer cells is influenced by androgen receptor expression

BJU International / Feb 05, 2008

Klossner, D. P., Baust, J. M., VanBuskirk, R. G., Gage, A. A., & Baust, J. G. (2008). Cryoablative response of prostate cancer cells is influenced by androgen receptor expression. BJU International, 101(10), 1310–1316. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1464-410x.2008.07499.x

The pathophysiology of thermoablation: optimizing cryoablation

Current Opinion in Urology / Mar 01, 2009

Baust, J. G., Gage, A. A., Robilottto, A. T., & Baust, J. M. (2009). The pathophysiology of thermoablation: optimizing cryoablation. Current Opinion in Urology, 19(2), 127–132. https://doi.org/10.1097/mou.0b013e328323f654

Integrin involvement in freeze resistance of androgen-insensitive prostate cancer

Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases / Jan 12, 2010

Baust, J. G., Klossner, D. P., VanBuskirk, R. G., Gage, A. A., Mouraviev, V., Polascik, T. J., & Baust, J. M. (2010). Integrin involvement in freeze resistance of androgen-insensitive prostate cancer. Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases, 13(2), 151–161. https://doi.org/10.1038/pcan.2009.59

Role of Vitamin D3 as a Sensitizer to Cryoablation in a Murine Prostate Cancer Model: Preliminary In Vivo Study

Urology / Sep 01, 2010

Kimura, M., Rabbani, Z., Mouraviev, V., Tsivian, M., Caso, J., Satoh, T., Baba, S., Vujaskovic, Z., Baust, J. M., Baust, J. G., & Polascik, T. J. (2010). Role of Vitamin D3 as a Sensitizer to Cryoablation in a Murine Prostate Cancer Model: Preliminary In Vivo Study. Urology, 76(3), 764.e14-764.e20. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.urology.2010.03.041

Use of 1,25α dihydroxyvitamin D3 as a cryosensitizing agent in a murine prostate cancer model

Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases / Jan 11, 2011

Santucci, K. L., Snyder, K. K., Baust, J. M., Van Buskirk, R. G., Mouraviev, V., Polascik, T. J., Gage, A. A., & Baust, J. G. (2011). Use of 1,25α dihydroxyvitamin D3 as a cryosensitizing agent in a murine prostate cancer model. Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases, 14(2), 97–104. https://doi.org/10.1038/pcan.2010.52

Vitamin D3 cryosensitization increases prostate cancer susceptibility to cryoablation via mitochondrial‐mediated apoptosis and necrosis

BJU International / Aug 26, 2011

Baust, J. M., Klossner, D. P., Robilotto, A., VanBuskirk, R. G., Gage, A. A., Mouraviev, V., Polascik, T. J., & Baust, J. G. (2011). Vitamin D3 cryosensitization increases prostate cancer susceptibility to cryoablation via mitochondrial‐mediated apoptosis and necrosis. BJU International, 109(6), 949–958. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1464-410x.2011.10408.x

Temperature-dependent activation of differential apoptotic pathways during cryoablation in a human prostate cancer model

Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases / Dec 11, 2012

Robilotto, A. T., Baust, J. M., Van Buskirk, R. G., Gage, A. A., & Baust, J. G. (2012). Temperature-dependent activation of differential apoptotic pathways during cryoablation in a human prostate cancer model. Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases, 16(1), 41–49. https://doi.org/10.1038/pcan.2012.48

Re-purposing cryoablation: a combinatorial ‘therapy’ for the destruction of tissue

Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases / Jan 27, 2015

Baust, J. G., Bischof, J. C., Jiang-Hughes, S., Polascik, T. J., Rukstalis, D. B., Gage, A. A., & Baust, J. M. (2015). Re-purposing cryoablation: a combinatorial ‘therapy’ for the destruction of tissue. Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases, 18(2), 87–95. https://doi.org/10.1038/pcan.2014.54

Evaluation of a Novel Cystoscopic Compatible Cryocatheter for the Treatment of Bladder Cancer

Bladder Cancer / Sep 21, 2020

Baust, J. M., Robilotto, A., Santucci, K. L., Snyder, K. K., Van Buskirk, R. G., Katz, A., Corcoran, A., & Baust, J. G. (2020). Evaluation of a Novel Cystoscopic Compatible Cryocatheter for the Treatment of Bladder Cancer. Bladder Cancer, 6(3), 303–318. https://doi.org/10.3233/blc-200321

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Jeffrey Townsend

New Haven, CT, Connecticut, United States of America
29 Years Experience
Professor of Biostatistics and Ecology & Evolutionary Biology
Education

Harvard University

Ph.D., Organismic and Evolutionary Biology / May, 2002

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America

Brown University

Sc.B., Biology / May, 1994

Providence, Rhode Island, United States of America
Experience

Yale University

Professor / July, 2018 — Present

Elihu Professor of Biostatistics / July, 2018 — Present

Elihu Associate Professor of Biostatistics / July, 2017 — June, 2018

Associate Professor / July, 2013 — June, 2018

Associate Professor / July, 2013 — June, 2017

Assistant Professor / July, 2006 — June, 2013

University of Connecticut

Assistant Professor / August, 2004 — May, 2006

St. Ann's School

Teacher / September, 1994 — June, 1997

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (52)
Evolutionary Genomics
Microbiology
Infectious Diseases
Genetics
Cell Biology
And 47 more
About
Jeffrey Townsend is a Professor of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology at Yale University. He received his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 2002 and his Sc.B. from Brown University in 1994. He has been a teacher at St. Ann's School and an Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut. He is currently the Elihu Professor of Biostatistics at Yale University.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

207 total publications

Non-Coding Mutations in Urothelial Bladder Cancer: Biological and Clinical Relevance and Potential Utility as Biomarkers

Bladder Cancer / Jun 11, 2020

Yang, A., Cross, C. N., & Townsend, J. P. (2020). Non-Coding Mutations in Urothelial Bladder Cancer: Biological and Clinical Relevance and Potential Utility as Biomarkers. Bladder Cancer, 6(2), 211–213. https://doi.org/10.3233/blc-200278

Re: Ming-Jun Shi, Xiang-Yu Meng, Philippe Lamy, et al. APOBEC-mediated Mutagenesis as a Likely Cause of FGFR3 S249C Mutation Over-representation in Bladder Cancer. Eur Urol 2019;76:9–13

European Urology / Jan 01, 2020

Yang, A., Cannataro, V. L., & Townsend, J. P. (2020). Re: Ming-Jun Shi, Xiang-Yu Meng, Philippe Lamy, et al. APOBEC-mediated Mutagenesis as a Likely Cause of FGFR3 S249C Mutation Over-representation in Bladder Cancer. Eur Urol 2019;76:9–13. European Urology, 77(1), e24–e25. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eururo.2019.08.018

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Richard Mendelson

9 Years Experience
Ph.D. I/O Psychology. Research Interests: Emotional Intelligence, AI, Poliyical Maltreatment in the Workplace, Education, Medicine
Education

Capella University

Ph. D. I/O Psychology, Psychology / August, 2012

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States of America
Experience

Keiser University Graduate School

Professor, Program Coordinator- I/O Psychology / December, 2014 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (13)
artificial intelligence/emotional intelligence
political maltreatment
diversity
technology
medicine
And 8 more
About
Mendelson is a Professor at Keiser University Graduate School and has served as Program Chair and Program Coordinator- I/O Psychology. Mendelson has a Ph. D. in I/O Psychology from Capella University. Mendelson has experience as a Professor at Keiser University Graduate School and has served as an Expert Witness in cases regarding all aspects of EI, Decision-Making, Educational Practices, and the chasm between policy and practice in organizations.
Most Relevant Publications (7+)

24 total publications

Targeted Robotic Assisted Microsurgical Denervation of the Spermatic Cord for the Treatment of Chronic Orchialgia or Groin Pain: A Single Center, Large Series Review

Journal of Urology / Apr 01, 2018

Calixte, N., Tojuola, B., Kartal, I., Gudeloglu, A., Hirsch, M., Etafy, M., Mendelson, R., Djokic, B., Sherba, S., Shah, K., Brahmbhatt, J., & Parekattil, S. (2018). Targeted Robotic Assisted Microsurgical Denervation of the Spermatic Cord for the Treatment of Chronic Orchialgia or Groin Pain: A Single Center, Large Series Review. Journal of Urology, 199(4), 1015–1022. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.juro.2017.10.030

Salvage Ultrasound-guided Targeted Cryoablation of The Perispermatic Cord For Persistent Chronic Scrotal Content Pain After Microsurgical Denervation Of The Spermatic Cord

Urology / Aug 01, 2019

Calixte, N., Kartal, I. G., Tojuola, B., Gudeloglu, A., Etafy, M., Brahmbhatt, J. V., Mendelson, R. A., Chetta, M., & Parekattil, S. J. (2019). Salvage Ultrasound-guided Targeted Cryoablation of The Perispermatic Cord For Persistent Chronic Scrotal Content Pain After Microsurgical Denervation Of The Spermatic Cord. Urology, 130, 181–185. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.urology.2019.04.027

PD58-06 WHAT IS THE PREDICTIVE VALUE OF A SPERMATIC CORD BLOCK PRIOR TO MICROSURGICAL DENERVATION OF THE SPERMATIC CORD?

Journal of Urology / Apr 01, 2020

Parekattil*, S., Gudeloglu, A., Ergun, O., Etafy, M., Calixte, N., Brahmbhatt, J., & Mendelson, R. (2020). PD58-06 WHAT IS THE PREDICTIVE VALUE OF A SPERMATIC CORD BLOCK PRIOR TO MICROSURGICAL DENERVATION OF THE SPERMATIC CORD? Journal of Urology, 203(Supplement 4). https://doi.org/10.1097/ju.0000000000000968.06

MP31-11 WHAT IS THE PREDICTIVE VALUE OF A SPERMATIC CORD BLOCK PRIOR TO TARGETED MICROSURGICAL DENERVATION OF THE SPERMATIC CORD?

Journal of Urology / Sep 01, 2021

Parekattil, S., Gudeloglu, A., Ergun, O., Galante, A., Etafy, M., & Mendelson, R. (2021). MP31-11 WHAT IS THE PREDICTIVE VALUE OF A SPERMATIC CORD BLOCK PRIOR TO TARGETED MICROSURGICAL DENERVATION OF THE SPERMATIC CORD? Journal of Urology, 206(Supplement 3). https://doi.org/10.1097/ju.0000000000002035.11

MP52-10 HIGHER TRAIT EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE CORRELATES TO LOWER CHRONIC SCROTAL CONTENT PAIN AND BETTER WORK ENGAGEMENT

Journal of Urology / Apr 01, 2019

Mendelson*, R., Etafy, M., Brahmbhatt, J., & Parekattil, S. (2019). MP52-10 HIGHER TRAIT EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE CORRELATES TO LOWER CHRONIC SCROTAL CONTENT PAIN AND BETTER WORK ENGAGEMENT. Journal of Urology, 201(Supplement 4). https://doi.org/10.1097/01.ju.0000556502.65019.15

MP31-10 A COST EFFECTIVE OFFICE BASED TECHNIQUE FOR ULTRASOUND GUIDED PERI-SPERMATIC CORD CRYOABLATION FOR CHRONIC SCROTAL CONTENT PAIN

Journal of Urology / Sep 01, 2021

Parekattil, S., Gudeloglu, A., Ergun, O., Galante, A., Etafy, M., & Mendelson, R. (2021). MP31-10 A COST EFFECTIVE OFFICE BASED TECHNIQUE FOR ULTRASOUND GUIDED PERI-SPERMATIC CORD CRYOABLATION FOR CHRONIC SCROTAL CONTENT PAIN. Journal of Urology, 206(Supplement 3). https://doi.org/10.1097/ju.0000000000002035.10

Expectant long‐term follow‐up of patients with chronic urinary retention

Neurourology and Urodynamics / Nov 08, 2018

Abello, A., DeWolf, W. C., & Das, A. K. (2018). Expectant long‐term follow‐up of patients with chronic urinary retention. Neurourology and Urodynamics, 38(1), 305–309. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/nau.23853

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vahid khoshkava

11 Years Experience
I am a versatile professional with expertise in smart materials, multi-physics simulation, signal processing, data science and machine learning; holding over 40 granted US patents..
Education

McGill University

Ph.D, Engineering / January, 2014

Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Experience

Noze

Lead AI/Signal Processing / September, 2022 — Present

Spearheaded the design and architecture of e-nose systems for agriculture and medical sectors

TandemLaunch

Entrepreneur in Residence / March, 2022 — August, 2022

Scouted and assessed university inventions for potential deep-tech startups, conducted thorough due diligence including scaling, market evaluation, and pitching to secure licenses.

Immersion

Technical Lead / August, 2013 — December, 2021

Developing technology for Haptics

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (31)
Smart Materials | HCI
Materials Chemistry
Polymers and Plastics
Organic Chemistry
Bioengineering
And 26 more
About
I am a versatile professional with expertise in smart materials, multi-physics simulation, signal processing, data science, time series and frequency analysis, and machine learning. My diverse background, combined with this comprehensive knowledge, allows me to bridge the gap between technical intricacies and real-world applications. With a track record of innovation, I hold over 45 US patents and have adeptly managed various industrial projects while contributing to strategic objectives. My unique ability to seamlessly integrate technical proficiency with user-centered design empowers me to lead the creation of impactful products. I bring a multidimensional perspective and an unwavering commitment to excellence to every endeavor.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

78 total publications

Ventral penile curvature estimation using an app

Journal of Pediatric Urology / Aug 01, 2020

Villanueva, C. A. (2020). Ventral penile curvature estimation using an app. Journal of Pediatric Urology, 16(4), 437.e1-437.e3. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpurol.2020.04.027

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Vishal Kothari

5 Years Experience
Principal Scientist- Immuno-Oncology Pliant Therapeutics
Experience

Northwestern University - Chicago

Research Assistant Professor / February, 2019 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (12)
molecular biology
cancer
Cancer Research
Oncology
Pharmacology (medical)
And 7 more
About
Passionate team leader with a successful record of advancing therapeutic candidates from **discovery to FIH studies**. Extensive experience in **oncology,** **immune-oncology**, **discovery biology, drug discovery, assay development, biomarker discovery, translational research,** small molecule pharmacology, and functional genomics.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

31 total publications

Genomic Drivers of Poor Prognosis and Enzalutamide Resistance in Metastatic Castration-resistant Prostate Cancer

European Urology / Nov 01, 2019

Chen, W. S., Aggarwal, R., Zhang, L., Zhao, S. G., Thomas, G. V., Beer, T. M., Quigley, D. A., Foye, A., Playdle, D., Huang, J., Lloyd, P., Lu, E., Sun, D., Guan, X., Rettig, M., Gleave, M., Evans, C. P., Youngren, J., True, L., … Alumkal, J. J. (2019). Genomic Drivers of Poor Prognosis and Enzalutamide Resistance in Metastatic Castration-resistant Prostate Cancer. European Urology, 76(5), 562–571. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eururo.2019.03.020

High-throughput transcriptomic analysis nominates proteasomal genes as age-specific biomarkers and therapeutic targets in prostate cancer

Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases / May 19, 2015

Zhao, S. G., Jackson, W. C., Kothari, V., Schipper, M. J., Erho, N., Evans, J. R., Speers, C., Hamstra, D. A., Niknafs, Y. S., Nguyen, P. L., Schaeffer, E. M., Ross, A. E., Den, R. B., Klein, E. A., Jenkins, R. B., Davicioni, E., & Feng, F. Y. (2015). High-throughput transcriptomic analysis nominates proteasomal genes as age-specific biomarkers and therapeutic targets in prostate cancer. Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases, 18(3), 229–236. https://doi.org/10.1038/pcan.2015.22

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Professor Esper A. Cavalheiro

39 Years Experience
Professor Emeritus at Departamento de Neurologia e Neurocirurgia, Escola Paulista de Medicina/UNIFESP
Education

Università degli Studi di Roma La Sapienza

Post doctor

Roma

CNRS Délégation Ile-de-France Sud

Post Doc

Gif-sur-Yvette

Universidade Federal de São Paulo Departamento de Neurologia e Neurocirurgia da UNIFESP

PHD

Sao Paulo
Experience

Universidade Federal de São Paulo

Professor Emérito / February, 2019 — Present

Centro Nacional de Pesquisa em Energia e Materiais

Pesquisador / November, 2018 — March, 2020

Universidade Federal de São Paulo Departamento de Neurologia e Neurocirurgia da UNIFESP

Full Professor / 1985 — September, 2018

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (58)
neurociência
Behavioral Neuroscience
Neurology
Neurology (clinical)
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
And 53 more
About
Esper A. Cavalheiro is a highly accomplished Brazilian scientist and medical professional. He holds a postdoctoral degree from Università degli Studi di Roma La Sapienza and CNRS - Gif-sur-Yvette, as well as a PhD from Universidade Federal de São Paulo and an MD from Universidade Federal de Sao Paulo, Escola Paulista de Medicina. With over 40 years of experience in the field, he is currently a Professor Emeritus at Universidade Federal de São Paulo. He is also a Full Professor at Universidade Federal de São Paulo Departamento de Neurologia e Neurocirurgia da UNIFESP. Professor Cavalheiro's research focuses on neurology and neurosurgery, and he has published numerous articles and books in these areas. He is highly regarded in the scientific community for his contributions to the field of epileptology and is a mentor to many young researchers.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

406 total publications

Impairment of Sexual Function in Rats with Epilepsy

The Journal of Sexual Medicine / Sep 01, 2012

Andersen, M. L., Alvarenga, T. A., Scorza, F. A., Matos, G., Sonoda, E. Y., Hirotsu, C., Cavalheiro, E. A., & Tufik, S. (2012). Impairment of Sexual Function in Rats with Epilepsy. The Journal of Sexual Medicine, 9(9), 2266–2272. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1743-6109.2012.02792.x

PDEI-5 for Erectile Dysfunction: A Potential Role in Seizure Susceptibility

The Journal of Sexual Medicine / Aug 01, 2012

Matos, G., Scorza, F. A., Cavalheiro, E. A., Tufik, S., & Andersen, M. L. (2012). PDEI-5 for Erectile Dysfunction: A Potential Role in Seizure Susceptibility. The Journal of Sexual Medicine, 9(8), 2111–2121. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1743-6109.2012.02780.x

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Sujasha Gupta

4 Years Experience
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Education

The Ohio State University

Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering

Columbus, Ohio, United States of America
Experience

Johns Hopkins University

Postdoctoral Fellow / August, 2020 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (65)
Neuroscience
Bioelectronics
Machine Learning
Smart Materials
Composites
And 60 more
Most Relevant Publications (3+)

64 total publications

Green tea and prostate cancer

Urologic Clinics of North America / Feb 01, 2002

Gupta, S., & Mukhtar, H. (2002). Green tea and prostate cancer. Urologic Clinics of North America, 29(1), 49–57. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0094-0143(02)00016-2

The role of urine cytology in the assessment of lower urinary tract symptoms

BJU International / Jul 01, 1999

Potter, Quigley, Pengelly, Fawcett, & Malone. (1999). The role of urine cytology in the assessment of lower urinary tract symptoms. BJU International, 84(1), 30–31. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1464-410x.1999.00151.x

Ser‐486/491 phosphorylation and inhibition of AMPKα activity is positively associated with Gleason score, metastasis, and castration‐resistance in prostate cancer: A retrospective clinical study

The Prostate / Mar 26, 2018

Babcook, M. A., Akgul, M., Margevicius, S., MacLennan, G. T., Fu, P., Abouassaly, R., & Gupta, S. (2018). Ser‐486/491 phosphorylation and inhibition of AMPKα activity is positively associated with Gleason score, metastasis, and castration‐resistance in prostate cancer: A retrospective clinical study. The Prostate, 78(10), 714–723. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/pros.23515

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Xander van Wijk, PhD, DABCC, FADLM

Strategic Leader in Clinical Diagnostics | Expert in Laboratory and Precision Medicine | Award-Winning Scientist & Author | CLIA Laboratory Director
Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (40)
Clinical Chemistry
Cardiac Biomarkers
Analytical Toxicology
Pharmacogenomics
Blood Gas
And 35 more
About
A leader in the field of laboratory and precision medicine, passionate about improving healthcare through innovative solutions. Well versed in working in regulated environments (CLIA, FDA). Holding multiple board and leadership positions. Strong track record of scientific contributions with 70+ peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and (inter)national podium presentations. Received several recent major awards & recognitions.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

59 total publications

The Distribution and Function of Chondroitin Sulfate and Other Sulfated Glycosaminoglycans in the Human Bladder and Their Contribution to the Protective Bladder Barrier

Journal of Urology / Jan 01, 2013

Janssen, D. A. W., van Wijk, X. M. R., Jansen, K. C. F. J., van Kuppevelt, T. H., Heesakkers, J. P. F. A., & Schalken, J. A. (2013). The Distribution and Function of Chondroitin Sulfate and Other Sulfated Glycosaminoglycans in the Human Bladder and Their Contribution to the Protective Bladder Barrier. Journal of Urology, 189(1), 336–342. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.juro.2012.09.022

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Ava Winn

18 Years Experience
Biologist at National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Education

George Washington University

MPH, Public Health / December, 2017

Washington, District of Columbia, United States of America

Marshall University

PhD, Biomedical Sciences / May, 2006

Huntington, West Virginia, United States of America

Marshall University

MS, Chemistry / June, 2001

Huntington, West Virginia, United States of America
Experience

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Health Effects Laboratory

Biologist / August, 2014 — Present

West Virginia University

Laboratory Manager / August, 2012 — July, 2014

University of Hawaii Cancer Consortium

Scientific Manager / December, 2011 — July, 2012

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (26)
leadership
shared resources
cancer
smooth muscle
A7r5
And 21 more
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

22 total publications

Abstracts of selected papers from the current literature

Abdominal Imaging / Mar 01, 2001

White, E. M. (2001). Abstracts of selected papers from the current literature. Abdominal Imaging, 26(2), 218–221. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-001-0001-3

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Annelyn Torres-Reveron

15 Years Experience
CEO at Sur180 Therapeutics and Adjunct Faculty at Ponce Research Institute
Education

State University of New York, Health Sciences Center

PhD

Brooklyn, New York, United States of America
Experience

Ponce Health Sciences University

Adjunct Faculty / June, 2021 — Present

Assistant Professor / July, 2012 — August, 2016

DHR Health Institute for Reseach and Development

Clinical Research Scientist / October, 2019 — May, 2021

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg

Assistant Professor / September, 2016 — October, 2019

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (35)
Neuropeptide systems
Sex differences
Behavior
Endometriosis
Obstetrics and Gynecology
And 30 more
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

66 total publications

Metabolomics in endometriosis: challenges and perspectives for future studies

Reproduction and Fertility / May 06, 2021

Ortiz, C. N., Torres-Reverón, A., & Appleyard, C. B. (2021). Metabolomics in endometriosis: challenges and perspectives for future studies. Reproduction and Fertility, 2(2), R35–R50. https://doi.org/10.1530/raf-20-0047

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Tariq Shehzad

Professor
Education

University of Tsukuba

Phd, Plant Breeding and Genetics / June, 2009

Tsukuba
Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (39)
Molecular Breeding
Genetics and Genomics
Plant Science
Genetics
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
And 34 more
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

71 total publications

PD22-12 PATIENT SATISFACTION WITH MEDICAL AND SURGICAL MANAGEMENT FOR PEYRONIE'S DISEASE IS NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY AGE AT PRESENTATION OF 29 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER

Journal of Urology / Apr 01, 2014

De Jesus, A., Shamloul, R., & Bella, A. J. (2014). PD22-12 PATIENT SATISFACTION WITH MEDICAL AND SURGICAL MANAGEMENT FOR PEYRONIE’S DISEASE IS NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY AGE AT PRESENTATION OF 29 YEARS OF AGE OR YOUNGER. Journal of Urology, 191(4S). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.juro.2014.02.1863

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Wenjia Feng

5 Years Experience
Ph.D. student at Washington University in Saint Louis interested in ctDNA liquid biopsy field.
Education

Saint Louis University

Master of Science, Bioinformatics & Computational Biology / May, 2018

Saint Louis, Missouri, United States of America

Washington University in St. Louis

Ph.D., Computational and System Biology / May, 2028 (anticipated)

St Louis, Missouri, United States of America
Experience

Washington University in Saint Louis

Bioinformatician / July, 2018 — July, 2023

Research Expertise (12)
Bioinformatics
Cancer Research
Oncology
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and imaging
Radiation
And 7 more

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Mehrdad Sheikhvatan

Iran University of Medical Sciences
Education

Ph.D., Medical Genetics / May, 2017

Tehran

M.D., Medicine / September, 2002

Hamadan
Most Relevant Research Expertise
Urology
Other Research Expertise (48)
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Neurology (clinical)
Otorhinolaryngology
Gastroenterology
Hepatology
And 43 more
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

89 total publications

Incidence and Main Determinants of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy following Coronary Angiography or Subsequent Balloon Angioplasty

Cardiorenal Medicine / Jan 01, 2013

Nough, H., Eghbal, F., Soltani, M., Nejafi, F., Falahzadeh, H., Fazel, H., & Sheikhvatan, M. (2013). Incidence and Main Determinants of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy following Coronary Angiography or Subsequent Balloon Angioplasty. Cardiorenal Medicine, 3(2), 128–135. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1159/000351981

Comparison of Systemic Stress Responses Between Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and Open Nephrolithotomy

Journal of Endourology / Nov 01, 2008

Aghamir, S. M. K., Mojtahedzadeh, M., Meysamie, A., Atharikia, D., Izadpanah, F., & Sheikhvatan, M. (2008). Comparison of Systemic Stress Responses Between Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and Open Nephrolithotomy. Journal of Endourology, 22(11), 2495–2500. https://doi.org/10.1089/end.2008.0319

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