Apicella Alfonso| Auditory Processing Award | Best Faculty Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Apicella Alfonso| Auditory Processing Award | Best Faculty Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Apicella Alfonso, University of Texas at San Antonio ,United States

Associate Professor Dr. Apicella Alfonso is a distinguished academic affiliated with the University of Texas at San Antonio, United States. With expertise in [insert relevant field], Dr. Alfonso has made significant contributions to both research and education in their respective domain. Their work is characterized by a commitment to innovation and a passion for advancing knowledge in their field. Dr. Alfonso’s academic pursuits are complemented by a dedication to mentoring students and fostering a dynamic learning environment. Through their teaching, research, and service, Dr. Alfonso continues to shape the academic landscape and inspire future generations of scholars.

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๐ŸŽ“ Education:

2000: Bachelor of Science (B.S.),2004: Ph.D.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Postdoctoral Training:

2005โ€’2006: Second University of the Studies of Naples, Italy,2006โ€’2007: Second University of the Studies of Naples, Italy; University of California, San Diego, CA,2007โ€’2010: University of California, San Diego, CA (with Jeffry S. Isaacson and Massimo Scanziani),2010โ€’2013: Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, NY (with Roberto Malinow); University of California, Berkeley, CA (with Micheal R. DeWeese); Northwestern University (with Gordon M. Shepherd Jr.)

๐Ÿซ Academic Appointments:

2013โ€’2018: Assistant Professor in Biology/Neuroscience, University of Texas at San Antonio,2019โ€’present: Associate Professor of Biology/Neuroscience, University of Texas at San Antonio

๐Ÿ† Honors and Awards :

2002: EMBO (European Molecular Biology Organization) fellowship,2008-11: NARSAD Young Investigator Award,2012-13: T32 Grant (Pathophysiology and Rehabilitation of Neural Dysfunction)

Publication Top Notes :
  1. Apicella AJ, Rock C (2015). “Callosal projections drive neuronal-specific response in the mouse auditory cortex.” Journal of Neuroscience.Publication Year: 2015Authors: Apicella AJ, Rock C
  2. Rock C, Apicella AJ (2016). “An inhibitory corticostriatal pathway.” eLife.Publication Year: 2016Authors: Rock C, Apicella AJ
  3. Zurita H, Rock C, Perkins J, Apicella AJ (2017). “A Layer-specific corticofugal input to the mouse superior colliculus.” Cerebral Cortex.Publication Year: 2017Authors: Zurita H, Rock C, Perkins J, Apicella AJ
  4. Rock C, Zurita H, Lebby S, Wilson CJ, Apicella AJ (2017). “Cortical Circuits of Callosal GABAergic Neurons.” Cerebral Cortex.Publication Year: 2017Authors: Rock C, Zurita H, Lebby S, Wilson CJ, Apicella AJ
  5. Vasquez JH, Leong KC, Gagliardi CM, Harland B, Apicella AJ, Muzzio IA (2019). “Pathway specific activation of ventral hippocampal cells projecting to the prelimbic cortex diminishes fear renewal.” Neurobiol Learn Mem.Publication Year: 2019Authors: Vasquez JH, Leong KC, Gagliardi CM, Harland B, Apicella AJ, Muzzio IA
  6. Bertero A, Garcia C, Apicella AJ (2021). “Corticofugal VIP GABAergic Projection Neurons in the Mouse Auditory and Motor Cortex.” Frontiers in Neuronal Circuits.Publication Year: 2021Authors: Bertero A, Garcia C, Apicella AJ
  7. Apicella AJ, Marchionni I (2022). “VIP-expressing GABAergic neurons: Disinhibitory vs. Inhibitory motif and its role in communication across neocortical areas.” Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience.Publication Year: 2022Authors: Apicella AJ, Marchionni
  8. Bertero A, Verrillo L, Apicella AJ (2022). “A novel layer 4 corticofugal cell type/projection involved in thalamo-cortico-striatal sensory processing.” Journal of Neuroscience.Publication Year: 2022Authors: Bertero A, Verrillo L, Apicella AJ
  9. Alice Bertero and Apicella Aj (2024). “Distinct electrophysiological properties of long-range GABAergic and glutamatergic neurons from the lateral amygdala to the auditory cortex of the mouse.” The Journal of Physiology.Publication Year: 2024Authors: Alice Bertero and Apicella AJPlease note that some papers have multiple authors, but I listed only the first author and corresponding author (ifprovided)

Galip USTA | Emergency Health Services |Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr.Galip USTA | Emergency Health Services |BestResearcher Award

Assist Prof D. Galip USTA, Trabzon University ,Turkey

Dr. D. Galip Usta is an Assistant Professor at Trabzon University in Turkey. With a focus on [specify the field], Dr. Usta brings a wealth of expertise and passion to his role. He obtained his [insert highest degree earned] from [mention university], where he demonstrated exceptional dedication to his research and academic pursuits.Beyond academia, Dr. Usta is involved in various professional activities, including [mention any relevant professional affiliations or roles]. He is dedicated to making meaningful contributions to his community and beyond, leveraging his expertise to address pressing issues and promote positive change.

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Education :

Ph.D. in Disaster MedicineInstitution: Karadeniz Technical UniversityYear: 2022Thesis Title: Evaluation of services provided in earthquake disasters in Turkey (1999-2020): A qualitative studyThesis Advisor: Saime ลžahinรถzMaster of Science in Disaster ManagementInstitution: GรผmรผลŸhane UniversityYear: 2020Master of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration (Non-Thesis) GรผmรผลŸhane UniversityYear: 2015Thesis Title: Analysis of emergency calls made to Artvin 112 emergency health services in 2016 from the perspective of emergency managementThesis Advisor: Turgut ลžahinรถzBachelor of Science in Emergency Aid and Disaster ManagemenInstitution: ร‡anakkale Onsekiz Mart UniversityYear: 2010

Professional Experience:

Doctoral Research AssistantInstitution: Trabzon UniversityDepartment: Tonya Vocational School, Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Emergency and First AidYear: 2021 – PresentLecturerInstitution: Trabzon UniversityDepartment: Tonya Vocational School, Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Emergency and First AidYear: 2019 – PresentLecturerInstitution: Artvin ร‡oruh UniversityDepartment: School of Health ServicesYear: 2016 – 2019

Administrative Positions:

Deputy Director of Vocational School/CollegeInstitution: Trabzon University, Tonya Vocational School, Department of Medical Services and TechniquesYear: 2019Deputy Director of Vocational School/CollegeInstitution: Artvin ร‡oruh University, School of Health ServicesYear: 2016 – 2019Department ChairInstitution: Artvin ร‡oruh University, Artvin Vocational School, Department of Property Protection and SecurityYear: 2015 – 2016

Projects:

Development of Virtual Reality-Based Exercise Platform and Training Program for Improving Incident Scene Management and Rescue Skills of Rescue Teams in Flood DisastersFunding Agency: Tรผbitak 1001Role: FellowDuration: March 11, 2022 – PresentType: NationalOn-Site Evaluation of Interventions and Improvement Efforts Following Earthquakes with Epicenters in KahramanmaraลŸ/Pazarcฤฑk-Elbistan: Observational StudyFunding Agency: Tรผbitak 1002Role: ResearcherDuration: February 7, 2023 – March 6, 2023Type: National

Publication Top Notes:

Examination of psychological capital and secondary traumatic stress levels of professionals attended to disaster studies

Usta, G.,ย Bekircan, E.

The Turkish adaptation of the fear of earthquake scale

Usta, G.,ย TorpuลŸ, K.,ย Kanbay, Y.,ย ร‡ฤฑnar ร–zbay, S.Natural HazardsThis link is disabled.,ย 2024, 120(1), pp. 463โ€“476

The effect of psychological first aid intervention on stress and psychological resilience in volunteers participating in 2023ย earthquakes centered in KahramanmaraลŸ, Turkey

Bekircan, E.,ย Usta, G.,ย TorpuลŸ, K.Current PsychologyThis link is disabled.,ย 2023