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• Holocaust Studies
• Modern European History
• Political Violence
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Geraldien von Frijtag Drabbe Kunzel is an Associate Professor at the Department of History and Art History , Utrecht University. Her work focuses on Political History and International and Political History , with expertise in Holocaust Studies , Modern European History , and Colonialism . PhD in History (University of Amsterdam, 1999) on German criminal courts in occupied Netherlands Her research examines political violence , Nazi-occupied Europe , and perpetratorship , including works on Dutch participation in Holocaust by bullets, Dutch-Jewish communities, and local dynamics in occupied territories. She coordinates the Utrecht Seminar of Political History and Perpetratorship in the Context of Mass Violence research group. Key publication trends include: Dutch colonial projects in Nazi-occupied Europe Microhistories of Holocaust experiences Legal complicity in occupied Netherlands Urban resistance and social dynamics Scientific Awards : NWO Aspasia Grant (2015) Gerda Henkel Foundation Grant (2012-2013) Yad Vashem Research Fellowship (2011) USC Shoah Foundation Senior Fellow (2017-2018) She contributes to BMGN - The Low Countries Historical Review , Journal of Genocide Research , and Biografie Bulletin , with recent works on Holocaust in the Netherlands, Dutch East Indies Jewish communities, and postwar memory.

Arie E. KaufmanView profile

Professor

• Computer Graphics
• Visualization
• Virtual Reality
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Arie E. Kaufman is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University, serving as Chief Scientist of the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology (CEWIT) and Director of the Center of Visual Computing (CVC). He additionally holds a Distinguished Professorship in Radiology, with a 40+ year career at Stony Brook since joining in 1985 and chairing the CS department from 1999-2009. His seminal research spans computer graphics, visualization, and virtual reality with biomedical applications, pioneering breakthroughs including 3D Virtual Colonoscopy (FDA-approved colon cancer screening), Cube hardware architectures (commercialized as VolumePro), the Reality Deck (1.5 billion-pixel immersive display), and foundational work in volume visualization. His interests focus on real-time rendering, medical imaging, and immersive analytics, with recent work integrating machine learning for healthcare and environmental risk visualization. Recent publications demonstrate continued leadership in high-resolution immersive displays (Silo), XR analytics with LLMs, storm surge visualization, and neural reconstruction techniques. His work bridges theoretical innovation with practical applications, particularly in pancreatic cancer prognosis and disaster preparedness. Major honors include: IEEE Visualization Career Award (2005) Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors (2017) ACM Fellow (2009) IEEE Fellow (1998) Long Island Technology Hall of Fame (2013) European Academy of Sciences membership (2002) As PI on 100+ research grants, Kaufman's work has generated 300+ refereed papers, 40+ patents, and extensive media coverage (New York Times, Science, Wall Street Journal). He leads the Center of Visual Computing with focus on translational research, including VolVis software (5,000+ installations) and Reality Deck deployments for big data analytics. His lab develops cutting-edge visualization infrastructure for medical diagnostics and environmental modeling, with current projects advancing immersive storm surge analytics, neural structure extraction, and VR-based risk communication systems. Future work emphasizes AI-enhanced visualization for precision medicine and climate resilience planning.

Martin KaltenpothView profile

Professor

• Insect Symbiosis
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Chemical Ecology
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Martin Kaltenpoth serves as Director at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena since 2020 and Professor for Evolutionary Ecology at Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz since 2015. Previously, he led the Research Group Insect Symbiosis at the MPI for Chemical Ecology from 2009 to 2015. Education: PhD in Biology (summa cum laude), University of Würzburg, 2006 Diploma in Biology (with honors), University of Würzburg, 2003 His research centers on insect-bacterial symbioses , investigating evolutionary, ecological, and chemical dimensions of host-microbe interactions. Key foci include nutritional and defensive symbiosis in beetles, genomic adaptations of symbiotic bacteria, and chemical mediation of symbiotic relationships. His work bridges entomology, microbiology, and chemical ecology to unravel coevolutionary mechanisms. Analysis of recent publications reveals dominant trends in beetle-microbe systems, emphasizing symbiont roles in cuticle synthesis, antifungal defense, and host-plant adaptation. His studies frequently employ genomic, biochemical, and experimental approaches across diverse insect lineages. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. While specific advisees and grants remain unlisted, his leadership of research groups and dual academic appointments indicate active supervision of graduate researchers and externally funded projects in symbiosis evolution. Currently directing research at the Max Planck Institute, Kaltenpoth advances understanding of symbiotic systems with implications for evolutionary theory and sustainable pest management strategies.

Manuel KleinerView profile

Associate Professor

• Host-Microbe Interactions
• Microbial Ecology
• Metaproteomics
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Manuel Kleiner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology at North Carolina State University. His research focuses on metabolic and physiological interactions in host-microbe systems, microbial ecology, and the application of metagenomics and high-resolution mass spectrometry to study complex microbiota-host relationships. Research Highlights: Development of metaproteomic techniques to quantify protein expression, analyze community structure via biomass contributions, and track isotope ratios to understand nutrient flow between hosts and microbiota. Creator of the "transductomics" approach to detect horizontal gene transfer via viral transduction in intestinal systems. Collaborates with researchers such as Theriot, Sartor, Sheikh, Ziegler, and Gonzalez. Recent Trends: His 2025 publications emphasize gut microbiome dynamics, maize root-microbe interactions, transplantation biology, and advancements in metaproteomic methodologies. Key themes include dietary impacts on microbiota, stable isotope probing, and synthetic microbial communities for plant and human health. Laboratory Tools: The Kleiner Lab utilizes quantitative metagenomics, high-resolution mass spectrometry, and computational modeling to dissect functional interactions in symbiotic systems across diverse environments, from marine organisms to agricultural crops.

Mohamed HassanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Architecture
• Embedded Systems
• Real-Time Systems
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Dr. Mohamed Hassan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at McMaster University. His research focuses on Cyber-Physical Systems-on-Chip (iCPSoCs) , emphasizing design, analysis, and deployment for critical domains like Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Autonomous Cars, and healthcare systems. Key research areas include hardware/software codesign, real-time systems, embedded systems, and security. He teaches courses such as COMPENG 4DM4 (Computer Architecture) and COMPENG 4DS4 (Embedded Systems) . His work bridges foundational theories (e.g., scheduling, AI) with infrastructure-level innovations (e.g., compilers, memory systems). The Fanos Research Lab he leads explores interdisciplinary solutions for efficient CPS-on-Chip, addressing challenges in multicore predictability, memory latency, and edge computing. Recent contributions include frameworks for explainable memory-centric workloads and techniques to accelerate TinyML inference. Dr. Hassan serves on Technical Program Committees for conferences like RTAS and OSPERT, highlighting his role in advancing real-time embedded systems research.

Juliet CoatesView profile

Associate Professor

• Plant Molecular Genetics
• Evolutionary Biology
• Cell Biology
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Dr Juliet Coates is an Associate Professor in Plant Molecular Genetics at the University of Birmingham, School of Biosciences, working part-time. Her research focuses on plant development, evolution, and cell biology, particularly the transition of plants to land. She advocates strongly for inclusion and diversity in academia, holding roles such as Quality Assurance and Enhancement (QAE) lead and APP lead. She earned her PhD from University College London and undergraduate degree from the University of Cambridge, specializing in Natural Sciences. Her teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including courses on plant science, molecular genetics, and communication skills. Recent research projects include investigating submergence tolerance in seaweeds, MYB93 protein function in Arabidopsis and tomatoes, and DELLA proteins in moss. She has been awarded the University of Birmingham’s Excellent Practice Award and a Royal Society-Leverhulme Trust fellowship. Coates collaborates widely, including with artists and on public engagement projects like the 'Kelp Road' exhibition. Key roles: QAE Lead, APP Lead, Equality & Diversity Champion Research Themes: Plant evolution, environmental adaptation, and molecular genetics Grants: BBSRC, Gatsby Foundation, EU-Marie Skłodowska Curie Outreach: STEM ambassador, author of popular science, radio features

• Oncology
• HIV/AIDS and Cancer
• Medical Informatics
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Roxanne Wadia, MD, holds dual roles as a Clinical Fellow in Pathology and Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine (Medical Oncology) at Yale School of Medicine. Her expertise spans anatomic and cytopathology, with a focus on cancer diagnosis and treatment guidance. She completed her medical degree at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine (2008) and is board-certified in Anatomic Pathology (2023) and Cytopathology (2024). Dr. Wadia’s research integrates oncology, HIV/AIDS, and medical informatics, leveraging large datasets such as the VA’s Million Veterans Program to improve cancer care outcomes. She actively contributes to clinical care at Yale New Haven Hospital, the VA Connecticut Healthcare System, and the Hospital of Saint Raphael’s, emphasizing holistic patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her research explores prostate cancer prognosis, HIV-related malignancies, and healthcare analytics. Key projects include developing predictive tools for nonmetastatic prostate cancer mortality and studying lung cancer surgery outcomes in HIV-positive patients. Dr. Wadia also mentors trainees in oncology and hematology, emphasizing independent clinical decision-making. She participates in the VA’s clinical training programs for medical students, residents, and fellows, fostering a balance between clinical practice and research innovation.

• Medical Image Reconstruction
• Computed Tomography
• Positron Emission Tomography
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Professor Jerome Liang is a distinguished faculty member at Stony Brook University's Renaissance School of Medicine, holding professorships in Radiology, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Computer Science. He serves as Co-Director of Radiology Research and has established himself as a leading expert in medical imaging reconstruction techniques. Dr. Liang's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Physics from City University of New York, postdoctoral training at Duke University, and fellowship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. His undergraduate degree in Modern Physics was obtained from Lanzhou University in China. His primary research interests focus on advanced medical imaging techniques, particularly low-dose computed tomography image reconstruction, quantitative SPECT reconstruction, high-resolution PET imaging, tissue segmentation from multi-spectral images, computer-aided diagnosis systems, and virtual colonoscopy development. His work bridges engineering principles with clinical applications to improve diagnostic imaging capabilities while reducing radiation exposure. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on machine learning applications in medical imaging, particularly in polyp classification, dual-energy CT spectral analysis, and virtual endoscopy. His research consistently aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy while optimizing radiation dose and improving visualization techniques for various medical conditions. 1981 China-US Physics Examination and Application Program (CUSPEA) Winner (Top 25 among 250,000 candidates) 1990 NIH First Investigator Award 1996 American Heart Association Established Investigator Award 1996 Radiological Society of North America Certificate of Merit Award 2002 SUNY Chancellor's Entrepreneur Award 2007 IEEE Society Fellow 2011-2013 SBU, BNL and CSHL Certificates of Excellence in Research and Invention 2013 Stony Brook School of Medicine Award for Excellence in Translational Research Dr. Liang has secured significant research funding including NIH/NCI R01 grants for "Advanced Virtual Colonoscopy for Early Cancer Screening" and "Radiogenomics of Colorectal Polyps." He currently leads active protocols including IRB 93995-MODCR005 focused on integrating virtual and optical colonoscopies with pathological analysis. His laboratory (IRIS - Imaging Research and Informatics) continues to advance medical imaging technology while mentoring the next generation of researchers in this critical field.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Materials Science
• Sensors Technology
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Rahim Rahimi is an Assistant Professor of Materials Engineering at Purdue University, associated with the College of Engineering. His research focuses on advanced materials for biomedical applications, environmental sensing, and flexible electronics. Key interests include developing smart sensors for healthcare, antibacterial coatings for medical implants, and sustainable agricultural monitoring systems. Research emphasizes targeted drug delivery systems via smart capsules, environmental sensor networks for water quality and soil health, and nanotechnology applications in wearable devices. Notable projects include oxygen-generating surgical meshes for wound healing and low-cost wireless sensors for precision agriculture. His work bridges materials science with clinical and environmental challenges, leveraging plasma deposition techniques and nanomaterial functionalization. Recent efforts focus on self-calibrating sensors and integrating machine learning for manufacturing optimization. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided information. His advisory role and grant activities are inferred through his research outputs in materials engineering and biomedical innovation. Rahimi collaborates across disciplines within Purdue's engineering ecosystem, contributing to labs focused on bio-inspired materials and flexible electronics. Future work aims to advance implantable medical devices and scalable sensor technologies for global health applications.

Brenda AndersonView profile

Associate Professor

• Women's Studies
• Gender Studies
• Religious Studies
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Dr. Brenda Anderson is an Associate Professor in Women’s and Gender Studies and Religious Studies at Luther College, University of Regina. She has been teaching there since 1994, progressing from a sessional instructor to tenured faculty. Her research focuses on intersections of gender, religion, and social justice, including Islamic feminism, colonialism/decolonization, violence against women, and missing and murdered Indigenous women. She has co-chaired international conferences, such as the 2008 Missing Women in Canada and Mexico conference, and co-edited its proceedings (2010). Her academic contributions include a doctoral dissertation on feminist interreligious dialogue (2010) and collaboration on a SSHRC Insight grant studying Muslim public spheres in the digital age. She actively engages in interfaith dialogue through organizations like The United Church of Canada and World Council of Churches, co-chairing the North American Interfaith Network Connect Conference (2015). Brenda’s teaching spans courses on feminist theory, global perspectives on missing Indigenous women, and sexualities in religion. She supervises Honours and graduate students in Women’s and Gender Studies, Religious Studies, and International Studies. Her work bridges academia and community, addressing issues of activism, digital media, and Indigenous rights. Key affiliations include the Canadian Society for the Study of Religion’s Executive Committee and the Regina Multi-Faith Forum. Her research and advocacy highlight marginalized voices in religion and society, emphasizing decolonization, feminist activism, and interreligious collaboration.

Pedro Sangro ColónView profile

Professor

• Film Theory
• Cinematic Montage
• Spanish Cinema History
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Pedro Sangro Colón serves as both Vice-Rector of Research and Degrees and Titular Professor of Language and Audiovisual Narrative at the Pontifical University of Salamanca's Faculty of Communication since 2008. His academic home is firmly rooted in the Audiovisual Communication and Advertising department where he has established himself as a leading scholar in film theory and audiovisual narrative. Dr. Sangro Colón earned his doctorate from Universidad Complutense de Madrid with his thesis "El concepto de 'montaje cinematográfico': una revisión de su formulación teórica" (2000), supervised by Dr. Manuel Alonso Erausquin. His research interests span cinematic montage theory, Spanish cinema history (particularly during the Francoist period and democratic transition), audiovisual narrative structures, documentary film analysis, and the intersection of cinema with psychoanalysis. His work demonstrates a consistent focus on how film constructs meaning through editing techniques and narrative frameworks. An analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a scholarly trajectory deeply engaged with Spanish cinematic history and theoretical film studies. His work frequently examines how film represents historical memory, particularly regarding Spain's transition from dictatorship to democracy, with special attention to montage techniques as tools for constructing historical narratives. More recently, he has expanded his scope to include contemporary media phenomena like the Marvel Cinematic Universe, analyzing how superhero films represent national security apparatuses and historical trauma. His extensive publication record includes numerous books, articles, and book chapters, with notable works such as "Escenas de cine, Guión y análisis" (2017), "La estética televisiva en las series contemporáneas" (2018), and "El clasicismo en el cine Una mirada Intergeneracional" (2015). His research demonstrates both theoretical sophistication and practical application to screenwriting and television production. As Vice-Rector of Research and Degrees, Dr. Sangro Colón oversees academic programs and research initiatives at the university. His leadership role complements his scholarly work by providing institutional perspective on academic innovation and research management. His recent publication "Introducción: la innovación en la Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca" (2021) reflects his engagement with contemporary challenges in higher education. His academic collaborations are extensive, with frequent co-authorship with colleagues like Juan Medina-Contreras and Miguel Ángel Huerta. His work appears in both Spanish and international journals, demonstrating his ability to engage with global film scholarship while maintaining a strong focus on Spanish and Latin American cinematic traditions.

John MarshallView profile

Professor

• Early Modern British History
• British Imperial History
• European Cultural History
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John Marshall serves as the Leonard and Helen R. Stulman Professor of History at Johns Hopkins University. His research spans early modern British and British imperial history, European cultural and intellectual history, and the history of political thought. Research focuses on seventeenth-century England, particularly arguments for religious toleration and political thought during the Enlightenment. Major publications analyze John Locke's philosophical contributions and religious intolerance in early modern Europe. Current projects examine London's political, religious, and cultural history (1640-1700), Islamic toleration concepts, and George Keith's transnational intellectual networks. Professor Marshall supervises graduate research on diverse topics including Reformation ideology, English colonization of Ireland, melancholy in moral thought, female alliances in imperial contexts, atheism debates, gender and republicanism, and propaganda during Queen Mary I's reign.

Anne-Claire FaucquezView profile

Lecturer

• Colonial America
• Slavery and Forced Labor
• History of New York City
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Anne-Claire Faucquez is a Lecturer in American History and Civilization at Paris 8 University, where she also serves as Head of the MEEF 2nd Degree Master's in English and Deputy Director of the Language Center's 'English Pole'. She is a member of the UR 'Transcribed' research unit, focusing on the 'Imagining Communities' axis. Her research explores Colonial America , with a focus on slavery and forced labor systems , the history of New York City , and memory and museum studies . She examines how colonial societies in America developed slavery structures and analyzes modern public narratives of slavery in monuments and museums. Her recent publications address transatlantic slavery dynamics, colonial power struggles , and comparative studies of Charleston and New York . She teaches courses on American civilization at the Master's level and contributes to academic discussions on historical representation and memory politics . She is affiliated with the UR 'Transcribed' research unit and collaborates on projects analyzing colonial narratives , forced labor , and public historical engagement .

• Zoology
• Marine Biology
• Benthic Ecology
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Francisco Jose Garcia Garcia is a Professor at the Universidad Pablo de Olavide, affiliated with the Department of Physical, Chemical and Natural Systems. His research focuses on Zoology, Marine Biology, and Benthic Ecology, with a specialization in Mollusks (particularly Opisthobranchia) and Antarctic Biodiversity. He leads the ORGSIS Organisms and Systems research group and contributes to the Doctoral Programs in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology. PhD in Zoology (1987) from the University of Seville His research spans marine taxonomy, ecological impacts of human activity, and biogeographical patterns of mollusks and arthropods in coastal environments. Recent studies examine invasive species effects (e.g., Amathia verticillata) and wrack dynamics in Atlantic and Mediterranean ecosystems. His publications from 1984–2024 reflect long-term contributions to Antarctic benthos studies (BENTART projects) and nudibranch systematics. Articles highlight expertise in Invasive Species Ecology, Benthic Ecology, and Environmental Impact Assessment, with a focus on mollusk physiology, taxonomy, and habitat interactions. Notable collaborations include Antarctic research campaigns and cross-regional studies comparing Brazil and Spain. As part of the ORGSIS group, he investigates coastal ecosystem functioning, emphasizing sandy beach macrofauna and supralittoral arthropods. His work integrates field experiments (e.g., wrack removal, trampling effects) and laboratory assays on reproductive biology.

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Crohn's Disease
• Ulcerative Colitis
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Waqqas Afif, MD, M.Sc., FRCPC, is an Investigator at the RI-MUHC (Montreal General Hospital site) within the Infectious Diseases and Immunity in Global Health Program . He holds the position of Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at McGill University , and is affiliated with the Division of Gastroenterology at the MUHC . His research focuses on the safety and efficacy of biologic medications in treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) , with a specific emphasis on Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) to optimize patient outcomes. Key areas include Biologic therapy optimization Endoscopic and histologic remission Drug concentration analysis Mucosal healing Predictive biomarkers Real-world treatment patterns Scientific Contributions : His recent work explores histologic activity in UC relapse proactive TDM strategies ustekinumab dose escalation in Crohn's guselkumab efficacy in UC metabolic comorbidities in IBD personalized infliximab dosing and other topics published in journals like Inflamm Bowel Dis , Gastroenterology , and Am J Gastroenterol . For contact, email waqqas.afif@mcgill.ca .