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• Environmental Hydraulics
• Water and Wastewater Treatment Processes
• Fluid Mechanics
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Patrick Purcell is an Associate Professor in the School of Civil Engineering at University College Dublin. He holds academic roles such as Module Coordinator for courses like 'Water & Wastewater Treatment' and 'Construction Practice'. His research focuses on environmental hydraulics, water treatment processes, and fluid mechanics. He has contributed to over 100 publications, with recent work addressing hybrid academic advising models, Fenton process optimization for wastewater treatment, and sediment dynamics in African wetlands. Purcell has led projects on mitigating motorway construction impacts on aquatic ecosystems and advised on infrastructure development in Ireland. He served on accreditation panels for engineering programs and contributed to EU-funded research on wastewater management. Education: Bachelor of Engineering (BE), University College Dublin Master of Engineering Science (MEngSc), University College Dublin Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University College Dublin Research Interests: Purcell’s work integrates laboratory and field studies to address challenges in water quality, sustainable infrastructure, and environmental engineering. Key areas include advanced oxidation processes for contaminant removal, sediment management in wetlands, and the ecological impacts of road construction. His studies often apply statistical optimization techniques like Box-Behnken design to refine treatment methodologies. Articles Trends: Recent publications emphasize Fenton-based wastewater treatment, sedimentation analysis, and urban water governance. He combines experimental methods with computational modeling to evaluate processes like photocatalytic degradation and linear reservoir analogs for flood control. Professional Activities: Former Chairman of the Water and Environmental Engineering section of the Institution of Engineers of Ireland Member of accreditation panels for engineering programs at NUIG and UCC EU COST 628 committee member on wastewater plant management Teaching & Grants: Coordinates undergraduate and postgraduate modules in civil engineering. His research has been supported by institutional grants and EU initiatives. Collaborates with industry on projects involving expert witness testimony for legal proceedings and infrastructure assessments.

Nicolas BergerView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Endurance Exercise Physiology
• Ultra-Endurance Performance
• Sports Nutrition
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Nicolas Berger is a Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology at the School of Health & Life Sciences, Teesside University, affiliated with the Centre for Rehabilitation. He holds a PhD from the University of Exeter on 'The Effects of Fitness and Training on VO2 Kinetics.' His research focuses on endurance and ultra-endurance performance optimization, environmental physiology, sports nutrition, and exercise's role in mental and physical health improvement. Education: BSc Sport Science (University of Brighton), MSc Exercise Physiology (Manchester Metropolitan University), PhD (University of Exeter) Teaching: Exercise Physiology, Applied Sport Science, Environmental Physiology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels His research interests include analyzing elite sports performance (cycling, running, ultra-endurance events), nutritional strategies, ergogenic aids, and the impact of exercise on longevity. He has collaborated with athletes across disciplines (boxing, kayaking, triathlon) and supported record-breaking events like the 7-day treadmill run by Sharon Gayter and extreme mountain ascents. He currently supervises PhD students exploring cyclist training strategies and has previously guided two completed PhDs. He leads projects like the 'Systematic Review Protocol on Training Intensity Distribution Models in Cycling.' Key collaborations include work on anti-doping policies in e-cycling and interdisciplinary analyses of ultra-endurance limits. His lab focuses on practical applications of physiological insights to improve athlete performance and public health.

Steve DraperView profile

Professor

• Sport Physiology
• Exercise Physiology
• Athletic Performance Modeling
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Prof Steve Draper is an academic dean and professor at Hartpury University's Department of Sport. He holds a PhD in sport physiology (2002) and has published extensively across sport, exercise, and health. His expertise includes oxygen uptake kinetics, athletic performance modeling, and the Clem Burke Drumming Project's impact on health and wellbeing. He has supervised 20 research degrees and is actively involved in applied sport science projects like the Olympic Boxing initiative and sleep interventions for athletes. His research focuses on sleep patterns in athletes, music's cognitive impacts, and behavioral interventions. Recent studies explore early morning training effects on sleep and the effectiveness of targeted sleep programs. He has presented at high-profile events such as the Royal Society Summer Exhibition and Cheltenham Science Festival, contributing to media discussions on science and sports. Draper’s work spans interdisciplinary collaborations, addressing topics like lameness in equestrian sports, classroom physical activity interventions, and neuroplasticity changes from drumming. His academic leadership includes roles in Research and Knowledge Exchange at Hartpury, emphasizing applied research and community engagement.

Jonah JurssView profile

Associate Professor

• Catalysis
• Renewable Energy
• Electrochemistry
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Jonah W. Jurss is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Mississippi's College of Liberal Arts. He earned his PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and conducted postdoctoral research at UC Berkeley. His research develops earth-abundant molecular catalysts for renewable energy applications and hydrocarbon functionalization, with emphasis on electrochemical and light-driven CO₂ reduction. Research in the Jurss Lab focuses on translating molecular inorganic systems to electrode surfaces and understanding proton-coupled electron transfer mechanisms. Current projects explore bioinspired catalyst designs for artificial photosynthesis and selective C-H bond activation. Professor Jurss teaches courses across the chemistry curriculum including Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and special topics in Energy & Catalysis. He advises graduate and undergraduate researchers in synthetic inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, and mechanistic studies. Laboratory facilities include Schlenk lines, glove boxes, electrochemical workstations, and microwave reactors supporting catalyst synthesis and characterization.

Mashrur ChowdhuryView profile

Professor

• Cyber-Physical Systems for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles
• Cyber-Physical Systems for Smart Cities
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
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Dr. Mashrur “Ronnie” Chowdhury is the Eugene Douglas Mays Chair of Transportation and holds triple professorial appointments in Automotive Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Computer Science at Clemson University. He is the founding director of the USDOT UTC National Center for Transportation Cybersecurity and Resiliency (TraCR) and the USDOT UTC Center for Connected Multimodal Mobility (C2M2), and co-director of the Complex Systems, Analytics and Visualization Institute (CSAVI). Education B.S., Civil Engineering – Bangladesh Institute of Technology, 1988 M.S., Transportation – Morgan State University, 1991 Ph.D., Civil Engineering – University of Virginia, 1995 Research Interests Dr. Chowdhury’s scholarship converges at the intersection of cyber-physical systems , connected and autonomous vehicles , and smart-city transportation . His work advances secure, resilient, and data-rich mobility by integrating big-data analytics , artificial intelligence , and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication . Core themes include: Cyber-Physical Systems for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles Cyber-Physical Systems for Smart Cities Transportation Cybersecurity and Resiliency Big-Data-driven Intelligent Transportation Systems Sustainable and Green Transportation Solutions Publication Landscape Between 2009 and 2015, Dr. Chowdhury authored or co-authored more than 45 refereed journal articles. These works collectively trace an evolution from foundational traffic simulation and incident-management studies to cutting-edge research on connected vehicle security , energy-efficient electrified transportation , and big-data-enabled urban mobility analytics . A pronounced emphasis on cyber-physical security , overweight-truck infrastructure impacts , and real-time AI applications is evident across the portfolio. Scientific Awards & Honors Wilbur Smith Distinguished Transportation Educator Award (2015) AASHTO High-Value Research Project Award (2014) Faculty Mentoring Award, CECAS (2013) McQueen Quattlebaum Faculty Achievement Award (2012) National Academy of Engineering Indo-U.S. Frontiers of Engineering Invited Speaker (2012) Clemson Board of Trustees Award for Faculty Excellence (2011, 2010) IDEaS Professor, CECAS (2010) Frank A. Burtner Award for Excellence in Advising (2010) Murray Stokeley Award for Excellence in Teaching (2009) Fellow, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Senior Member, IEEE Advising & Grants Dr. Chowdhury has mentored more than 30 Ph.D. and M.S. students whose names appear as first or co-authors on his publications. His research funding portfolio includes multi-million-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) through two national UTC centers—TraCR and C2M2—focused on cybersecurity and multimodal mobility innovation. Laboratories & Teams He directs the Connected Transportation Lab located in 351 Engineering Innovation Building and maintains an office in 216 Lowry Hall. These facilities host interdisciplinary teams of graduate researchers, post-docs, and visiting scholars advancing next-generation connected and autonomous transportation systems.

Keri WalshView profile

Professor

• Irish Modernism
• French Modernism
• American Modernism
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Keri Walsh is a Professor of English and Director of the Institute of Irish Studies at Fordham University. She holds degrees from the University of Saskatchewan (BA), Queen's University (MA), Oxford University (MPhil), and Princeton University (PhD). Her research focuses on Irish, French, and American modernism, James Joyce, Sylvia Beach, expatriate and bohemian cultures, theatre, film, and book history. She edits the Joyce Studies Annual and has published seminal works such as Women, Method Acting, and the Hollywood Film (2021) and James Joyce's Exiles (2020). Her current project explores the history of Paris's Shakespeare and Company bookstore. Professor Walsh has also received a fellowship from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for her work on method acting. Her affiliations include roles as editor for academic journals and leadership in Fordham's Irish Studies initiatives. Her publications span monographs, edited volumes, and articles on topics ranging from modernist literature to feminist film theory. Walsh's work bridges literary and cultural studies, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to understanding artistic movements and their socio-political contexts. Awards include recognition for her scholarship on film and literature, notably the 2018 Academy Film Scholar award. Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses in modern Irish literature, critical theory, and the intersection of literature with other arts.

Ali EmamiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
• Common Sense Reasoning
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Ali Emami is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Brock University (Canada), with a tenure-track position at Emory University starting Fall 2025. His research focuses on natural language processing, machine learning, and AI ethics, particularly evaluating large language models' reasoning and societal impacts. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from McGill University/Mila (2021), with prior degrees from McGill in MSc (2016) and BSc (2014). Research interests include: Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Machine Learning Ethics, bias, and fairness in AI Language understanding and generation AI interpretability and reliability Computational social science Recent work emphasizes benchmarking LLMs' reasoning capabilities (e.g., NYT-Connections, STOP!) and addressing societal bias through books. Notable achievements include the COLING 2025 Best Dataset Award and the EMNLP 2024 Social Impact Award . He has supervised multiple undergrad and graduate researchers, with a focus on fostering collaborative projects. His lab explores personalized narrative generation (MirrorStories) and tool-augmented LLM evaluation frameworks (TALE). Upcoming roles include a talk at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre on LLMs' societal mirrors and a 2024 teaching award from Brock’s Faculty of Mathematics & Science.

• Sports Physiology
• Biomechanics
• Combat Sports Performance

Gary Doyle is a Senior Lecturer at the University of East London, affiliated with the Health, Sport & Bioscience research institute. His work focuses on physiological profiling of athletes and performance optimization in combat sports. Doyle's research examines how physiological parameters correlate with athletic performance in disciplines like Muay Thai and boxing. His investigations span strength training efficacy, biomechanical differences in movement patterns, and sport-specific conditioning methodologies. His publications demonstrate consistent focus on translating physiological insights into practical training applications. Research trends show strong emphasis on: Biomechanical analysis of striking techniques Resistance training protocols Physiological monitoring in combat sports No awards or student advising relationships are documented in available materials.

Issam KhouryView profile

Associate Professor

• Transportation Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Pavement Engineering
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Issam Khoury is an Associate Professor and Director of the Ohio Research Institute for Transportation and the Environment (ORITE) at Ohio University's Russ College of Engineering and Technology. He holds a Ph.D. (Ohio University), M.S. (Ohio University), and B.S. (Ohio State University) in Civil Engineering. His research focuses on structural instrumentation, pavement performance testing, and geotechnical data analysis. Khoury has extensive experience in highway research projects for agencies like ODOT and FHWA, including work on perpetual pavements, bridge instrumentation, and material testing. He has co-authored over 40 technical reports and papers on topics like pavement durability, fiber-reinforced materials, and forensic infrastructure analysis. His applied research aids in improving transportation infrastructure design and maintenance strategies. Key contributions include instrumentation of test roads (e.g., US 23 in Delaware, OH) and bridges, and validation of ODOT’s design methodologies. Education: Ph.D., Civil Engineering, Ohio University M.S., Civil Engineering, Ohio University B.S., Civil Engineering, Ohio State University Research Highlights: Khoury’s work emphasizes field data collection and analysis, including sensor installation for pavements and bridges. He evaluates material properties (e.g., concrete, asphalt) and develops tools like the JPCP Design Catalog for New York State. His research bridges lab testing (e.g., MEPDG material inputs) and real-world infrastructure performance. Grants & Projects: Leads projects funded by Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), FHWA, and others. Recent efforts include optimizing perpetual pavement thickness, analyzing culvert corrosion, and investigating tree-pavement interactions for urban infrastructure resilience. Labs/Teams: Directs ORITE, which specializes in transportation and environmental research. Collaborates with the Accelerated Pavement Load Facility for large-scale testing.

• Civil Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
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Shad Sargand is the Russ Professor of Civil Engineering at Ohio University's Russ College of Engineering and Technology. He serves as the Vice Director for Business Development at the Ohio Research Institute for Transportation and the Environment (ORITE). His roles include leading the Ohio Strategic Highway Research Program (SHRP) National Test Road and managing ORITE's Asphalt Laboratory and Accelerated Pavement Load Facility in Lancaster, Ohio. Sargand has authored over 200 publications and holds multiple patents related to pipeline security and exfiltration systems. Education: Ph.D., Civil Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1981 M.S., Civil Engineering, University of Nebraska, 1978 B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Nebraska, 1976 Research Interests: His work focuses on rigid and flexible pavements, finite element methods, soil-structure interaction, and pipeline engineering. Notable projects include long-term studies on thermoplastic pipe performance and the structural analysis of adjacent box-girder bridges using ultra-high-performance concrete shear keys. Publications & Awards: Over 100 journal articles highlight his contributions to pavement design, pipeline durability, and forensic engineering. He has received prestigious awards such as the William W. “Bill” Baker Award (2011) and the D.R. Harting Award (1992 & 1999). His research spans field investigations, material testing, and infrastructure optimization. Labs & Teams: Leads ORITE’s Asphalt Laboratory and Accelerated Pavement Load Facility, which support large-scale testing of pavements and materials. Collaborates with industry partners on projects like copper mine pipeline analysis and exfiltration trench systems for stormwater management.

Eric SteinbergView profile

Professor

• Bridge Engineering
• Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC)
• Prestressed Concrete Design
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Eric Steinberg is a Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Education at the Russ College of Engineering and Technology, Ohio University. He holds a Ph.D. from 1991 and has over 24 years of experience in civil engineering research. His primary affiliations include the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the Russ College Dean’s Office, and roles on technical advisory committees for organizations like ODOT, PCI, and the Transportation Research Board. His research focuses on bridge engineering , ultra-high performance concrete (UHPC) , prestressed concrete design , and structural reliability . He has led ODOT-funded projects, including studies on UHPC shear keys in adjacent box-beam bridges and structural evaluation of deteriorated bridge components. Steinberg is a registered Professional Engineer in Ohio and a member of ASCE, ACI, and PCI. Awards include the National PCI Distinguished Educator Award, PCI Central Region's Professor of the Year, and multiple teaching awards. His work spans 150+ publications, emphasizing UHPC applications, bridge load behavior, and seismic protection systems. He advises student organizations like ASCE and SEAO and co-leads research initiatives like the Ohio Research Initiative for Locals (ORIL). Labs/Teams: Directly involved in the Structures Research Services Program and collaborates on projects with ODOT, FHWA, and industry partners. His research integrates advanced materials, structural analysis, and real-world infrastructure challenges.

• Structural Engineering
• Bridge Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
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Marvin Halling is the Department Head and Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Utah State University (USU). He holds a PhD in Applied Mechanics from the California Institute of Technology (1995), an MS in Civil Engineering from Stanford University (1986), and a BS in Civil Engineering from USU (1985). He is a licensed Structural Engineer (Utah) and Civil Engineer in Utah and California. His research focuses on structural dynamics, bridge engineering, seismic design, and structural health monitoring. He has led the SMASH Lab (Systems, Materials and Structural Health Laboratory) and pioneered projects like dynamic testing of bridges, instrumentation for infrastructure evaluation, and retrofitting techniques using advanced materials. Award highlights include Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers (2008), multiple Utah Engineering Educator of the Year Awards (2007, 2005, 2004, 2002), and the USU College of Engineering Professor of the Year (2001). His teaching spans courses like Structural Dynamics, Structural Analysis, and Experimental Methods in Structural Engineering. He has mentored over 30 graduate students since 2008, contributing to research projects in bridge testing, materials science, and infrastructure resilience. Halling’s work emphasizes practical applications, such as field verification of bridge weigh-in-motion techniques, long-term monitoring of bridge performance, and innovative solutions for aging infrastructure. His collaborations with the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) have produced technical reports on prestress loss in bridge girders, seismic retrofitting, and dynamic bridge behavior under extreme conditions.

Christopher KirkView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Combat Sports Physiology
• Exercise Physiology
• Strength and Conditioning
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Dr. Christopher Kirk is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology at the School of Sport and Physical Activity, University of Sheffield Hallam. He serves as Course Leader for the MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences and is a BASES Endorsed Laboratory Director. With a PhD from Liverpool John Moores University (2022), he has extensive teaching experience since 2006, progressing from further education colleges to university roles. His research focuses on combat sports performance, particularly MMA, emphasizing physiological principles to enhance athlete health and performance. Key collaborations include the International MMA Federation and the English MMA Association. Education: BSc (Hons) from Sheffield Hallam (2003), MSc (Research) from University of Central Lancashire (2014), PhD from Liverpool John Moores (2022). Research interests span training load management, combat sport weight strategies, and neurophysiological effects of repeated impacts. He has authored over 40 peer-reviewed articles and actively contributes to editorial roles across journals like PLOS ONE and Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research . Awards include FHEA, CSci, and CSCS certifications. Current PhD supervision focuses on head accelerations in boxing and affective responses during exercise. Professional roles include External Examiner at the University of Central Lancashire and membership in organizations like BASES and NSCA. His applied work includes strength and conditioning coaching for rugby, MMA, and Olympic weightlifting athletes.

Reuth MirskyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Reuth Mirsky is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Tufts University's School of Engineering. She holds a PhD from Ben Gurion University (2019). Her research focuses on artificial intelligence, robotics, and human-robot interaction, with particular emphasis on goal recognition, multi-agent systems, and ethical AI. She has taught courses including Special Topics in Data Analysis, Multi-Agent Systems, and Dissertation Research. Her work explores themes like collaborative control, social navigation, and the theory of mind in AI systems. Education: PhD in Computer Science from Ben Gurion University (2019) Research interests include advancing AI's ability to recognize and adapt to human goals, particularly in dynamic and exploratory environments. Key areas include developing robust algorithms for real-time goal recognition and improving trust in AI through ethical design principles. Recent work addresses challenges in human-AI teamwork, including intelligent disobedience and perception of robotic teammates. Her publications highlight contributions to social robot navigation, ad hoc teamwork, and the ethical implications of AI agency. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary research, co-editing special issues on AI-HRI and organizing workshops on human-interactive robot learning (HIRL).

Tasha OrenView profile

Associate Professor

• Film Studies
• Television and Media Industries
• Feminist Theory
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Tasha Oren is an Associate Professor of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies at Tufts University, serving as Director of the Film and Media Studies Program. She holds a PhD in Communication Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2000), an MA in Communication Studies from the University of Michigan (1995), and a BFA from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts (1995). Her research focuses on film, television, media industries, cultural representation, and feminist theory, with a particular emphasis on Asian American Studies, neurodiversity, and global media flows. Her notable works include Demon in the Box (2004), Food TV (2023), and co-editing The Routledge Handbook of Contemporary Feminism (2019), which received critical acclaim. She has been awarded the Best Edited Collection prize from the Society for Cinema and Media Studies for her work on global television formats. Oren serves on editorial boards for journals like Signs: The Journal of Women in Culture and Society and represents Tufts in the Consortium for Graduate Studies in Gender, Culture, Women and Sexuality. Her teaching spans courses like TV in the Age of Change , Global Indigenous Film & Media , and graduate seminars. Recent research explores intersections between media formats, cultural diplomacy, and neurodiversity representation. She has secured grants including the CHAT Fellowship (2025-2026) and the Muse grant (2025) for projects on translingual storytelling and aural practices. Lab/Team Affiliations: Film and Media Studies Program, International Literary and Visual Studies Program, Judaic Studies Program.