mechanisms Experts

Klaus Ley, MD

Founding DirectorImmunology Center of Georgia

Dr. Ley explores how T cell immunity drives atherosclerosis.

Laura Coristine

Liber Ero Fellow, postdoctoral researcherUniversity of Calgary

Researching solutions for climate change

Michael L. Parsons, Ph.D.

Expert in coastal water healthFlorida Gulf Coast University

Michael Parsons studies the causes of harmful algal blooms and how their toxins can impact marine and human lives.

Irene Kan, PhD

Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences | College of Liberal Arts and SciencesVillanova University

Irene Kan, PhD, investigates the neural bases of human memory and executive functions—as well as the effects of healthy aging on memory.

Emily Murphy

Associate Professor of LawUC Hastings College of the Law

Professor Murphy's research focuses on the intersection of neuroscience, behavioral science, and the law.

Barry Elkind

Manager, Technology & Venture Development (Head, Molecular Diagnostics)MaRS Innovation

Commercializing life science technologies in the areas of molecular diagnostics, medical devices and therapeutics

Brian Nam, M.D.

Director of Robotic Thoracic SurgeryChristianaCare

Dr. Brian Nam is the director of Robotic Thoracic Surgery at ChristianaCare.

Anna Mikkelborg

Assistant Professor of Political Science and International RelationsLoyola Marymount University

Sarah DeYoung

Associate Professor, Sociology & Criminal JusticeUniversity of Delaware

Prof. DeYoung's expertise is in maternal and child health in crisis and disaster settings, with a focus on infant feeding in emergencies.

Reza Azarderakhsh, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, I-SENSE Fellow, Founder of PQSecureFlorida Atlantic University

Reza Azarderakhsh's primary research interests are in cryptography and security.