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Diane LevineView profile

Professor

• Medical Education
• Patient Safety
• Telemedicine
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Dr. Diane Levine is a Professor of Internal Medicine and holds multiple leadership roles at the Wayne State University School of Medicine. As director of Curricular Integration-Undergraduate Medical Education and clerkship director/vice chair for Medical Education in the Department of Internal Medicine, she focuses on enhancing medical education and clinical training. A 1982 graduate of Wayne State, she joined the faculty in 1992 as a voluntary member and became full-time in 2001. Her academic contributions include pioneering work in interprofessional education, patient safety initiatives, and innovative medical education curricula. Notable achievements include developing telemedicine training during the pandemic and creating residency boot camps to improve transition-to-practice outcomes. Dr. Levine has been recognized nationally for advancing healthcare equity, including the 2024 Great Internist of Michigan award and American College of Physicians Mastership for exceptional clinical and educational leadership. Her research spans medical student professional development, bias mitigation in clinical training, and improving competency assessments. She leads initiatives in respectful maternity care, social determinants of health, and chronic disease management through integrated service learning programs. Dr. Levine's work emphasizes bidirectional community partnerships to address disparities, particularly in Detroit's Hispanic/Latino populations. Education: MD from Wayne State University School of Medicine (1982) Leadership Roles: Director of Curricular Integration, Clerkship Director, Vice Chair for Medical Education Key Areas: Medical Education Innovation, Patient Safety, Healthcare Equity Her awards reflect national impact, including the 2024 Great Internist of Michigan designation and American College of Physicians Mastership for integrity and leadership in advancing physician education and clinical practice standards.

Sridhar RamalingamView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer architecture
• embedded technologies
• VLSI circuits and systems
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Dr. Sridhar Ramalingam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University at Buffalo , part of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. He leads the High Performance VLSI Systems and Architecture Laboratory . He earned his PhD in Computer Engineering from Washington State University in 1987. His research focuses on computer architecture , embedded systems , VLSI circuit design , and wireless network security , with an emphasis on low-power solutions and reliability optimization for modern microprocessors and mobile devices. Research Trends: His recent work addresses aging-aware register file optimization, secure encryption architectures, and physical layer security in wireless networks. Notable contributions include energy-efficient ALU design methodologies and cross-layer approaches to jamming detection in ad hoc networks. Advising & Labs: While specific student advisees are not listed, his laboratory focuses on cutting-edge VLSI design and secure embedded systems. He collaborates extensively in domains such as mobile energy management and cybersecurity protocols. Professional Contributions: Dr. Ramalingam’s work is reflected in his roles at the university, his laboratory leadership, and contributions to conferences like IEEE International SOC and VLSI Design symposia.

David BrittView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Theatre Directing
• Acting
• Comedy Improvisation

David Britt is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Theatre and Dance at the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, University of South Carolina. With fifteen years of service, he directs productions and performs extensively. Education: MFA, University of South Carolina Research Interests: His work explores narrative development in theatre, character interpretation, and the integration of comedic improvisation in dramatic training. Focus areas include contemporary American theatre and classical adaptations. Professional Engagement: Member of SAG/AFTRA; trained at New Actors Workshop (NYC) and Shakespeare and Company (MA); completed Second City Comedy Improvisation Boot Camp.

Edwin HouView profile

Professor

• Computational Intelligence
• Robotics
• Optimization Algorithms
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Edwin Hou is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). His research spans computational intelligence, robotics, optimization algorithms, and control systems, with applications in education, energy, and security. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Purdue University (1989) M.S. in Computer Science, Stanford University (1984) B.S. in Computer Engineering & Electrical Engineering, University of Michigan (1982) Research: Hou develops algorithms for complex systems including multi-robot coordination, smart grids, and cybersecurity. His pedagogical innovations include boot camps for mathematics education. Publications: His interdisciplinary work integrates computational methods with engineering challenges, emphasizing practical implementations in industrial and educational contexts.

Shahrzad ZargariView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Digital Forensics
• Mobile Forensics
• Intrusion Detection
• +9 more

Dr. Shahrzad Zargari serves as Associate Head and Cyber Security and Computer Networks Subject Group Lead at Sheffield Hallam University's College of Business, Technology and Engineering. With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry and academic teaching since 2012, she holds a PhD in Applied Statistics from the University of Leeds, an MSc in Forensic Computing and Security, and a BSc (Hons) in Statistics. She also earned a PgCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education and achieved Senior Fellowship status in July 2019. Her research spans multiple areas of cybersecurity with particular expertise in digital forensics, mobile forensics, intrusion detection, and data mining applications in security contexts. She leverages her background in applied statistics to enhance network security methodologies and has published extensively on topics including memory forensics, IoT device investigations, drone forensics, and metaverse-related forensic challenges. Her work demonstrates a consistent focus on practical forensic methodologies and security enhancement techniques across evolving technological landscapes. Dr. Zargari's recent publications reveal a strong trend toward addressing emerging forensic challenges in new technologies, with increasing focus on IoT devices, robotics, drones, and the metaverse. Her research combines statistical analysis with practical forensic applications, showing particular strength in developing novel methodologies for evidence collection and analysis across diverse platforms. She has established herself as a leading researcher in mobile forensics and continues to expand her expertise into newer technological domains. As an active educator, Dr. Zargari teaches across multiple programs including BSc Cyber Security, BSc Cyber Security with Forensics, and MSc Cyber Security. She serves as associate editor for the Information Security Journal: A Global Perspective at Taylor & Francis and is an active researcher within CENTRIC. Her supervision includes PhD and MSc students, with documented supervision of O. Ajao's 2019 doctoral thesis on "Content-aware Location Inference and Misinformation in Online Social Networks." Dr. Zargari actively promotes collaboration among government, industry, and academia within the cyber security sector, focusing on initiatives to bridge the skills gap in this critical field. She has presented at numerous international conferences and workshops, including the Annual Teaching Computer Forensics Workshop series and the British Computer Society events. Her work with the Industry and Innovation Research Institute demonstrates her commitment to translating academic research into practical industry applications.

Bill TessierView profile

Professor

• Animation
• Film Production
• Computer Graphics
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Bill Tessier is a Professor of Animation and Graduate Coordinator at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) since 2016. He holds an M.F.A. in Film and Television from UCLA and a B.A. in Art from Yale College. His career spans over two decades in animation, with prominent roles at studios like DreamWorks, Disney, and Sony Pictures Imageworks. He has contributed to major films such as Frozen , Puss in Boots , and How to Train Your Dragon , specializing in character animation and motion capture refinement. Education: M.F.A., Film & Television, UCLA B.A., Art, Yale College His research interests focus on animation techniques, character development in feature films, and integrating technology into art education. He has also served as a visiting professor at institutions like UCLA and Laguna College of Art and Design, emphasizing pedagogical innovation. His work has been recognized through film festival accolades, including selections at the Chicago International Children’s Film Festival and Los Angeles Religious Education Congress Film Festival for his short film The Storyteller (2007). Tessier’s publications explore animation’s role in storytelling, including critical analyses of Disney films and Batman: The Animated Series.

Kapil PatilView profile

Research Fellow

• Science Policy
• Nuclear Technology
• Defense Technology
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Dr. Kapil Patil is a Research Fellow at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, holding a postdoctoral position in the ERC-funded project 'Living with Radiation: The Role of the International Atomic Energy Agency in the History of Radiation Protection' at STGS. His research focuses on science policy, nuclear diplomacy, and defense technology sectors. He earned his Ph.D. in Science Policy from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, where his thesis explored public technology procurement in India’s military radar industry. Dr. Patil’s career includes roles at the Research & Information System for Developing Countries (RIS) and the Indian Pugwash Society, collaborating on projects like India’s nuclear program sponsored by the Indian Board of Nuclear Sciences (BRNS). He co-edited India’s Nuclear Energy Programme: Challenges, Prospects, and Public Concerns (2014). Notably, he received the 2018 Emerging Leaders Fellowship from the Korean Ministry of Unification and participated in the Nuclear History Boot Camp (2011). His current research examines post-Cold War radiation protection standards and IAEA’s role in global governance. He has published widely on science diplomacy, technology policy, and international relations, with articles spanning cybersecurity, AI applications, and nuclear energy challenges. Dr. Patil’s work integrates historical analysis with policy advocacy, emphasizing ethical and geopolitical dimensions of scientific advancements. His contributions bridge academic research and practical policy implementation in defense, energy, and nuclear sectors.

Aseem RastogiView profile

Researcher

• Programming languages
• Type systems
• Program verification
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Aseem Rastogi is a Senior Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research India specializing in programming languages, type systems, program verification, and software security. He is a core designer and developer of F*, a language for program verification, and has made significant contributions to Project Everest, which builds verified secure communications components including cryptographic libraries and parsers. Dr. Rastogi earned his PhD from the University of Maryland, College Park under Michael Hicks and completed his M.S. at Stony Brook University with Rob Johnson. His research spans formal methods, programming language theory, and practical security applications, with recent work focusing on integrating Large Language Models with formal verification techniques. His publication record demonstrates expertise across multiple domains including concurrent separation logic, secure multi-party computation, and verified systems programming. Recent work shows a clear trend toward applying LLMs to traditional verification challenges, with publications on memory safety, Rust compilation error fixing, and loop invariant generation. Dr. Rastogi has served on numerous conference program committees including as PC co-chair for ISEC 2024 and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion co-chair for POPL 2024. He has organized workshops such as VeriCrypt and taught F* at multiple summer schools, demonstrating strong commitment to academic community building. As part of Project Everest, he collaborates across Microsoft Research labs to develop verified security-critical components. His work on EverParse has hardened attack surfaces through formally proven parsers, while CrypTFlow enables secure medical image analysis through privacy-preserving machine learning techniques.

• Space Research
• Embedded Systems
• Satellite Software Engineering
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Agustín Martínez Hellín is an Associate Professor at the Department of Automática, Universidad de Alcalá. His research focuses on embedded systems, satellite software engineering, and spaceborne processor architectures. He holds a Doctorate in Engineering from Universidad de Alcalá, with a thesis on optimizing DSP-based audio signal transmission systems (2001). Key contributions include RISC-V processor designs for space applications, LEON processor virtualization extensions, and FPGA-based phased array systems. He is a core member of the Space Research Group (SRG-UAH), addressing challenges in space software reliability and model-driven engineering for ground support systems. His work spans both hardware-software co-design for on-board systems and radiation-hardened computing solutions. Teaching interests include curriculum development for space instrumentation and data management in satellite systems. Recent publications highlight advancements in spaceborne performance monitoring, solar energetic particle analysis via Solar Orbiter data, and interdisciplinary model-driven methodologies for automated testing. His research portfolio demonstrates strong engagement with European space missions and cutting-edge aerospace computing challenges, emphasizing practical applications of embedded systems in extreme environments.

Darja ŅesterovičaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Medicine
• Internal Medicine
• Sports Medicine
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Darja Ņesteroviča is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Public Health and Department of Rehabilitation at Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU), Latvia. She is actively engaged in research related to military biomechanics, musculoskeletal injuries, and public health interventions. Research Interests: Her work spans Sports Medicine , Biomechanics , Military Medicine , and Rehabilitation . She investigates gait variability, plantar pressure, and the impact of tactical footwear on lower limb injuries, particularly among infantry soldiers. Her research combines clinical, biomechanical, and epidemiological approaches to improve injury prevention and rehabilitation outcomes. Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2020–2024) reflect a consistent focus on overuse injuries in military personnel, with an emphasis on footwear fit, biomechanical assessment, and risk prediction. Articles frequently appear in journals related to environmental health, sports medicine, and biomedical engineering, often using cross-sectional and gait analysis methodologies. Annual Award of Defence Industry in Education and Research (2020) IFMBE Young Investigators Competition Finalist (2023) The Boris and Inara Teterev Foundation Scholarship (2024) Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, she leads and coordinates major EU-funded research projects such as CONNECTION and EnRICH-HABITS under the ERA4Health program. These projects focus on health equity, citizen science, and lifestyle interventions in children and adolescents. She also serves as an expert evaluator for academic accreditation and participates in national and international collaborations. Labs and Teams: She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across Latvia, Denmark, the UK, and Slovenia. Her research is conducted in partnership with RSU and external institutions, integrating biomechanics labs, public health units, and defense-related health centers.

Kasper RasmussenView profile

Professor

• Information Security
• Security Protocols
• Embedded Systems Security
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Professor Kasper Rasmussen is a Professor of Information Security in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Oxford. He joined the university in 2013 and holds a PhD from ETH Zurich (2013), with a postdoctoral stint at the University of California, Irvine. His research focuses on analyzing and designing security protocols, particularly in embedded systems and applied domains like Bitcoin, Google's Nearby Connections, and Bluetooth. Key research areas include signal injection attacks, hardware security (e.g., FPGA vulnerabilities), privacy-preserving frameworks, and blockchain security. He has pioneered defenses against electromagnetic interference, laser-based hardware exploits, and cryptographic downgrade attacks. Education: PhD in Computer Science, ETH Zurich (2013) Postdoctoral Researcher, University of California, Irvine Awards: Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2015) Key Contributions: Developed frameworks like Iris for secure P2P networks and Themis for serverless computing Explored vulnerabilities in Bluetooth (e.g., KNOB attack) and sensor systems Advanced biometric authentication (e.g., eye movement, body impedance) Grants/Support: Royal Society Fellowship-funded research on embedded systems security His work bridges theoretical cryptography with practical implementations, addressing challenges in IoT, automotive systems, and critical infrastructure. Current projects include mitigating covert channels in cloud FPGAs and enhancing machine-to-machine communication security.

• FPGA Design
• Acoustic Engineering
• IoT Security
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Laurent Segers is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel , affiliated with the Electronics and Informatics (ETRO) department within the Faculty of Engineering Technology. His research focuses on FPGA-based systems, acoustic engineering, IoT security, and environmental monitoring. He has contributed to projects such as the AMIVU Acoustic Map Imaging Dataset and developed novel techniques for secure edge computing, acoustic super-resolution, and LED lighting's ecological impact. Key research areas include FPGA architecture optimization, hardware-assisted security mechanisms, and acoustic signal processing for localization systems. Segers has presented at conferences including ARC 2024 and IEEE events, and his work spans 24 publications with notable contributions in Sensors and Future Internet . Publications: 24 research outputs (2014–2025) with 193 citations and an h-index of 8 Collaborations: International partnerships in acoustic imaging, IoT security, and environmental engineering His recent work emphasizes secure TinyML on edge devices and trustworthy environmental monitoring systems, addressing challenges in hardware-software co-design and real-time processing.

• Game Studies
• Interactive Fiction
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Neil Randall is a tenured Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Waterloo , Canada. As Executive Director of the Games Institute and Chair of the Council for Responsible Innovation and Technology , he bridges literary scholarship with digital media studies through interdisciplinary research. PhD in English, York University MA in English, University of Waterloo BA with Distinction in English, University of Guelph His research explores game studies , virtual worlds , and the semiotics of human-computer interaction , with a unique focus on adapting J.R.R. Tolkien's works into interactive media. He also investigates professional writing pedagogy, technical documentation , and multimedia production . Recent publications analyze peer-to-peer networks , online language evolution (including emoticons and acronyms), and user interface design . The 2002 Lingo Online study with MSN.CA revealed generational adoption patterns of digital communication tools. SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship (1983-1985) A.M. Ross Prize in English (1978) Alma Mater Scholarship (1978) As a graduate supervisor, he has guided PhD research on augmented reality interfaces and feminist criticism , along with MA theses on myth-poetics in fantasy literature and narrative structures in The Lord of the Rings . He leads the Games Institute's collaborative space in East Campus 1, fostering equity-driven research across humanities , social sciences , and engineering disciplines.

Bunja RungruangView profile

Professor

• Gynecologic Oncology
• Ovarian Cancer
• Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
• +5 more

Bunja Rungruang is a Professor and Section Chief in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University. She specializes in Gynecologic Oncology and holds active clinical and academic roles, contributing significantly to medical education and research. Research Interests: Her primary research areas include gynecologic oncology, ovarian cancer, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, pharmacogenetics, and clinical prognostic tools. She investigates how genetic factors influence chemotherapy toxicity and develops clinical calculators to refine prognosis and guide adjuvant treatment in early-stage ovarian cancer. Her work also extends to medical education, particularly in fellowship training innovation during and after the pandemic. The recent publications show a strong focus on translational oncology and clinical decision-making, integrating genetics, prognostication, and educational reform in gynecologic cancers. The recurring themes include personalized treatment, risk assessment, and optimizing trainee outcomes in specialized medical education. Scientific Awards: MCG Exemplary Teaching Award for Graduate Medical Education (2015) Advising and Grants: While specific advisees and grant funding are not listed, her role as Section Chief and Professor implies mentorship of fellows and residents. She teaches multiple core courses including OBGN 5000, OBGN 5016 (Gynecology Boot Camp), and OBGN 5011 (OB/GYN Research), indicating active involvement in graduate medical education and scholarly supervision. Labs and Teams: As Section Chief of Gynecologic Oncology, she leads a clinical and academic team within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, likely overseeing a multidisciplinary group involved in patient care, research trials, and educational programs focused on women's cancers.

Gary CantrellView profile

Academic

• Digital Forensics
• Computer Security
• Software Engineering
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Gary Cantrell, PhD, is an Associate Teaching Professor and Director of Computing Programs (Portland) at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences . Since summer 2022 he has been based at the Roux Institute in Portland, Maine, where he teaches in the Align Master’s program and delivers electives in software engineering, security, and digital forensics. Education PhD, Computer Science and Engineering (Digital Forensics emphasis), Mississippi State University, 2012 MS, Computer Science (Computer Security & Software Engineering emphasis), Mississippi State University, 2004 BS, Computer Science, Mississippi State University, 2000 Research Interests Dr. Cantrell’s work centres on digital forensics , computer security , digital forensics education , steganography , and software engineering . He has designed novel digital triage process models that blend automation with human expertise to accelerate evidence prioritisation for law-enforcement agencies, and he investigates both offensive (data-hiding) and defensive (data-recovery) techniques in contemporary file systems and mobile devices. Recent Publication Themes His 2019–2020 papers foreground pedagogical innovation —introducing data-carving and data-recovery concepts through real-world mobile-device dumps and classroom-friendly destruction paradigms—while earlier works (2011–2013) concentrate on automated crime-specific triage and steganographic concealment within FAT32 and office-document structures. Awards & Recognition CSIS Teacher of the Year 2019–2020, Southern Utah University Honorary Sheriff Award, Utah Sheriff’s Association, October 2015 Teaching, Advising & Outreach Across three universities he has taught core CS courses (Java, C++, algorithms, operating systems), digital-forensics sequences (file-system analysis, mobile forensics, tool mastery), and capstone projects. He has also led middle- and high-school cybersecurity camps in Portland and delivered professional workshops for law-enforcement officers (2004-2009). While no individual student names are listed in the provided text, his tutorials, quizzes, and mentorship resources are openly shared with all advisees. Labs & Professional Memberships At Dixie State University he founded and directed the DSU Computer Crime Institute (DSU-CCI) , offering forensic casework support and training to regional agencies. He maintains memberships in the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the American Society of Digital Forensics and eDiscovery .