Health Informatics And Implementation Science
Johnnie Ray Cox Term Chair in Biomedical Research
Elisabeth Chair for the Dean of Medicine
Penelope Booth Rockwell Chair in Biomedical Research
Focus: Adeno-associated virus vector mediated gene transfer for gene therapy, gene therapy of inherited neurodegenerative Canavan Disease
Lab rotations are currently available in this lab. Please contact Dr. Kim.
My research for almost 30 years has focused on obesity, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes and explores the molecular link between inflammation and insulin resistance using transgenic mice with elegant in vivo metabolic experiments and molecular approaches. My research also investigates the role of inflammation and altered metabolism in diabetic heart disease.
A Postdoctoral position is available in the Trivedi lab to study roles of novel chromatin and epigenetic modifications during cardiovascular development and disease (for details of our research: The Journal of Clinical Investigation, Science Advances, Journal of Experimental Medicine, ATVB, Human Molecular Genetics, Journal of Biological Chemistry). Candidates with a PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Stem Cell Biology or Developmental Biology are encouraged to apply. Previous experience with mice handling and biochemistry-molecular biology-epigenetics related techniques such as ChIP-seq is strongly desired. Candidate will be required to learn new techniques in the area of translational biology to advance their project.
Rotation Projects: Please contact Chinmay Trivedi (chinmay.trivedi@umassmed.edu) for information regarding potential rotation projects (for details - research performed by graduate students in the trivedi lab: The Journal of Clinical Investigation, Science Advances, Journal of Experimental Medicine, JCI Insight, ATVB, Human Molecular Genetics, Journal of Biological Chemistry). We will develop a specific rotation project based on student's interest, background, and goals of the rotation. Students can rotate either for a half- or full-semester.
Dr. Henninger is a vascular neurologist with research interest in the neurobiology of axonal injury associated with traumatic brain injury and its contribution to functional outcome.
David J. and Barbara D. Milliken Professor in Preventive Cardiology
Associate Professor in the Division of Geriatric Medicine in the Department of Medicine at UMMS Chan. Her research focuses on the magnitude, management, and clinical outcomes associated with the presence of multiple chronic conditions in older adults (MCC). I have been awarded a NIA RO1 grant to examine the treatment patterns of selected therapies in patients with heart failure and MCC.
A postdoctoral position is available to study in this laboratory. Contact Dr. Craig for additional details.
Potential Rotation Projects Project #1: Lipid-Layer Protein Crystallization for Electron Microscopy.While individual protein molecules can be readily visualized by EM, structural information is greatly enhanced if the molecules can by crystallized into 2-dimensional ordered arrays. Methods for achieving this are well established, making use of lipid monolayers at an air-water interface. Follow literature methods to crystallize "standard" proteins using the lipid-layer method. Observe results by electron microscopy following negative staining. If time permits, carry out preliminary image processing of micrographs and/or crystallization of unknown proteins. Techniques to be learned: lipid layer crystallization methods; grid preparation; use of electron microscope; image processing.
A postdoc opening is available to participate in the development of functional biomaterials for skeletal tissue regeneration focusing on immune regulation and inflammation resolution. The fellow is expected to work both independently and collaboratively, and contribute to a productive and cordial team environment. Salary follows NIH postdoctoral fellowship compensation guideline. Requirements: • Recent PhD in Chemical Biology, Bioengineering, Biology, or Polymer Science • Expertise in examining cell-material interactions (e.g. immune cell regulations, stem cell lineage commitment) OR synthesis and characterization of functional biomaterials expected • Experience with animal studies desired but not required • Self-motivated and organized, good written and oral communication skills. To apply for this position: Send your CV and the contact information for three references to Jie.Song@umassmed.edu
Potential Rotation Projects Degradable viscoelastic synthetic hydrogels for therapeutic cell delivery Prophylactic implant coatings against periprosthetic infections Shape memory polymer-based composite bone grafts
Richard M. Haidack Professor in Medicine
Dr. John Meyers Professor in Primary Care Medicine
Population and Quantitative Health Sciences
Our team welcomes applications from individuals interested in advancing clinical care, science, and education through multidisciplinary innovation and research in restorative, regenerative, and global surgery. Positions are available for national and international undergraduate, graduate (including residents), and post-graduate students with a broad range of diverse expertise and backgrounds. Please submit your request along your CV to: giorgio.giatsidis@umassmed.edu Main areas of interest * Biological Sciences (wound healing & burns, tissue engineering, scaffolds, tissue mechanobiology, angiogenesis, lymphangiogenesis, tissue regeneration [skeletal muscle, adipose tissue, skin], scarring and fibrosis, aging, tissue allotransplantation) * Clinical Sciences (trials in plastic surgery [breast reconstruction, post-bariatric surgery, burns, chronic wounds, fat grafting], microsurgery, extremity trauma and replantation, aesthetic surgery/medicine) * Global Surgery & Advocacy * Surgical Education (design and evaluation of skill courses, simulation-based training, cadaver-based training, use of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in surgical education) * Biomedical Engineering (design and development of devices or technologies for wound care, tissue preservation, trauma care, surgical robotics, tissue imaging, and tissue diagnostics) * Software Engineering (mHealth applications in surgery, tele-surgery) * Art sciences (Medical illustrations)
Our team is committed to provide opportunities to UMMS students to both advance their education and produce scholarly work. Committment and goals are individually discussed and tailored based on the student's interests, goals, needs, and availability. Projects are commonly designed to be led by the student under guidance, and to result in a scientific publication authored by the student. For applications please contact: giorgio.giatsidis@umassmed.edu. Areas of specific interest include (but are not limited to): - Surgical Education - Global Surgery
Focus: Study the physiology and pathophysiology of smooth muscle with state-of-art technology ranging from molecular biology, gene editing, calcium imaging, organ culture, and transgenic animal model.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biotechnology
Restorative & Regenerative Surgery Innovation Center
https://www.umassmed.edu/globalassets/radiology/documents/King-Graduate Student-Training-UpTo-2020.pdf
List of Graduate Students and Post-Doctoral Fellows
Physics Review for Radiology Residents Taking the ABR Exam
National Mouse Metabolic Phenotyping Center
Nuclear Medicine Physics Imaging Laboratory
Healthcare Delivery and Population Sciences at UMass Chan - Baystate
Emergency Medicine at UMass Chan - Lahey
Jack M. Wilson Chair in Biomedical Research
Sourbha S Dani MD, MSc, GDCE, CCDS, FACC,FACP