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Justine E. Vanden HeuvelView profile

Professor

• Sustainable viticulture production
• Ecophysiological factors affecting fruit and wine composition
• Computational tools for vineyard management
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Justine E. Vanden Heuvel is a Professor in the Horticulture Section at Cornell University's School of Integrative Plant Science . Her work bridges viticulture research and undergraduate education . Education: Doctorate (2002) from the University of Guelph M.Sc. in Plant Agriculture (1999) from the University of Guelph B.Sc. (1996) from the University of Guelph Research Interests: Focus on digital viticulture for precision management, flavor/aroma optimization in wine grapes, and ecophysiological factors affecting fruit-wine composition. Implements computational tools like NDVI imaging and computer vision for sustainable practices in cool climates. Publication Trends: Research spans soil-plant interactions , climate adaptation , and vineyard technology . Key areas include under-vine vegetation for environmental sustainability, microbial composition studies , and canopy management to improve grape quality. Outreach Activities: Actively engages through @thegrapeprof YouTube content and media contributions to outlets like the New York Times Well blog and HuffPost Science . Teaches courses such as The Science of Grapevines (VIEN 3300) , Advanced Viticulture (VIEN 4460) , and Wine Culture (VIEN 2810) . Contact: G14 Plant Science Building, Ithaca, NY 14853

• Medical Statistics
• Epidemiology
• Health Services Research
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Dr. Matthew Barclay is a Principal Research Fellow (Statistician) in Cancer Healthcare Epidemiology at University College London's Behavioural Science and Health department. With expertise spanning medical statistics, epidemiology, and health services research, his work focuses on analyzing cancer registry data, primary care electronic health records, and healthcare claims data to improve understanding of cancer diagnosis and treatment pathways. Dr. Barclay's educational background includes: PhD in "The design of composite indicators of healthcare quality: a multi-method analysis" from University of Cambridge (2021) MSc in Statistics with Medical Applications from University of Sheffield (2015) MMath in Mathematics from Durham University (2011) Dr. Barclay's research spans the entire cancer diagnostic and management pathway, with particular focus on risk of cancer in primary care patients, cancer characteristics at diagnosis (including socio-demographic variations in staging), treatment patterns, and short-term outcomes. His methodological expertise lies in applied statistics, particularly in cohort design within electronic health record datasets and developing consistent data resources for research. His work frequently employs cancer registry data, primary care records, and healthcare claims to address critical questions in cancer epidemiology and healthcare quality. Analysis of Dr. Barclay's recent publications reveals a strong focus on cancer diagnosis pathways, particularly how symptoms present in primary care lead to cancer diagnosis. His work spans multiple cancer types but has particular emphasis on lung, colorectal, and breast cancers. Methodologically, his research combines epidemiological approaches with advanced statistical techniques applied to large-scale datasets including UK Biobank, cancer registries, and primary care records. International comparative studies through the International Cancer Benchmarking Partnership represent another significant strand of his recent work. Dr. Barclay advises postgraduate and PhD students on topics related to his research interests in cancer epidemiology and health services research. His collaborative network spans multiple institutions and countries, reflecting the international nature of his research on cancer diagnosis and treatment pathways.

• Organizational Behavior
• Healthcare Management
• Technology Adoption
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Leila Ahmadpour is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Luiss University and the University of Bologna, holding a PhD in Management from the University of Bologna. She serves as an Adjunct Professor in master's programs at Luiss University's Department of Business and Management, teaching courses on healthcare innovation and circular economy. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow (2023-present) at University of Bologna and Luiss University, Rome Visiting Scholar (2022-2023) at San Jose State University, California, USA PhD in Management (2017-2022) from University of Bologna, Italy M.Sc in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management (2011-2013) from Islamic Azad University, Qazvin, Iran Her research spans two critical domains: surgical team dynamics with focus on technology integration (particularly 3D printing in orthopaedic workflows), and circular business model implementation in startups. She examines knowledge sharing, boundary blurring, and performance in temporary medical teams while investigating sustainable investor support for circular economy practices in entrepreneurial ventures. Her work bridges organizational theory with practical healthcare and sustainability challenges. Publication analysis reveals a methodological shift from early supply chain risk modeling (2015-2017) toward contemporary studies on surgical teams and circular business models (2022-2025). Recent work demonstrates strong emphasis on 3D printing technology adoption in healthcare settings and circular economy applications, utilizing case studies across surgical environments, construction industries, and Iranian manufacturing sectors. Dr. Ahmadpour has no documented scientific awards. Her academic contributions include teaching master's level courses and participating in research projects at Luiss University and the University of Bologna, though specific grant funding or student advising roles remain unreported. Her operational base is Luiss University's Department of Business and Management, where she applies interdisciplinary approaches to organizational innovation.

• Protein Engineering
• Biomaterials
• Biological Macromolecules
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Sesilja Aranko is an Assistant Professor at Aalto University , affiliated with the Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems. Her research focuses on protein engineering, biomolecular condensates, and sustainable materials derived from biological macromolecules. Research Groups : Cellular Engineering Email : sesilja.aranko@aalto.fi Her work explores protein self-assembly mechanisms, particularly in spider silk and collagen systems, leveraging liquid-liquid phase separation for advanced biomaterial design. Recent studies investigate how polymer length and modular protein architecture control condensate properties, alongside developing bio-inspired adhesives from recombinant proteins and nanocellulose. She has pioneered the use of Catcher/Tag click-reaction tools for protein engineering and developed sustainable methods for spider silk production with inherent functionalization potential. Collaborative projects span marine biology (sea cucumbers) and keratin waste upcycling for textile applications. Key methodologies include intein-mediated protein splicing, segmental isotopic labeling, and structural characterization of protein ligation systems. Her research bridges fundamental biophysics with industrial applications in sustainable chemistry and biomimetic composites.

Sam Chenery-MorrisView profile

Associate Professor

• Midwifery Education
• Higher Education
• Student Experience
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Dr. Sam Chenery-Morris is the Executive Dean of the School of Business, Arts, Social Sciences and Technology at the University of Suffolk, with a 30-year career in midwifery and higher education. She has served in roles ranging from Lecturer to Dean, focusing on strategic planning, curriculum development, student experience, and research. PhD in Education (2017) Advance HE Senior Fellow (2016) Leadership in midwifery education and the Block and Blend pedagogy (2021–2023) Her research spans higher education pedagogy, student assessment, intersectionality, social justice, and systemic racism in midwifery education. Recent funded projects examine inclusive menopause practices in East of England healthcare sectors. Articles reflect her expertise in midwifery education , gender dynamics , nutritional guidelines , and qualitative methodologies . Trends include systemic critiques of healthcare education and evidence-based clinical advice. Advance HE Senior Fellow Sam supervises three PhD students and numerous undergraduate nursing dissertations, contributes to international midwifery projects, and serves on the NICE Antenatal Care Guideline committee (2018–2021). She has led curriculum validations for nursing and midwifery programs and collaborated on national grading frameworks for midwifery practice.

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Employee Well-being
• Positive Organizational Scholarship
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Katina Sawyer is an Associate Professor of Management and Organizations at the Eller College of Management , University of Arizona. She joined Eller in 2022, prior to which she served as Assistant Professor of Management at George Washington University and Assistant Professor of Psychology in Human Resource Development at Villanova University. Education: PhD in Psychology (Industrial-Organizational) and Women's Studies, Pennsylvania State University (2012) BA in Psychology, Villanova University (2006) Research Interests: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Organizations Employee Well-being and Positive Organizational Scholarship Work-Family Dynamics and Transgender Workplace Experiences Mindfulness, Gratitude, and Prosocial Behavior Intersectionality and Layered Discrimination Publication Trends: Sawyer's recent work explores DEI interventions, ethical leadership, and psychological mechanisms in workplace discrimination. Her studies span journals like Administrative Science Quarterly , Journal of Applied Psychology , and Human Resource Management , focusing on marginalized identities and organizational well-being. Scientific Awards: Outstanding Publication in Positive Organizational Scholarship (2022) SIOP Scientist-Practitioner Presidential Distinction (2019) SIOP’s LGBT Research Award (2016-2018) Multiple teaching and editorial excellence awards Grants & Service: Recipient of National Science Foundation and Society for Human Resource Management grants. Active editorial board member for Journal of Applied Psychology , Journal of Organizational Behavior , and Journal of Business and Psychology .

• Environmental Psychology
• Pro-Environmental Behaviour
• Social Influence
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Dr Wokje Abrahamse is an Associate Professor at the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences, Victoria University of Wellington. She holds a PhD and MSc from the University of Groningen, Netherlands, and specializes in environmental psychology, focusing on the human dimensions of environmental change. Education: PhD, University of Groningen, Netherlands MSc, University of Groningen, Netherlands Her research examines psychological barriers to environmentally friendly behaviours, including social norms, habits, and spill-over effects . She evaluates interventions like information campaigns, feedback systems, and commitment strategies to encourage energy conservation and sustainable transport. Her recent publications address climate misinformation, environmental education fieldtrips, and composite environmental indices. Current projects include "Social Influence and Behaviour Change" (2024-2026) and "Co-creating an Intervention Trial" (2023-2024). She supervises doctoral and masters students on topics ranging from climate anxiety to sustainable commuting.

• Nutritional Sciences
• Epidemiology
• Environmental Health
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Dr. Gabriela Matias de Pinho is an Assistant Professor at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development , Utrecht University. Her research integrates Nutritional Sciences , Epidemiology , and Environmental Health to address the intersection of food systems, urban environments, and chronic disease prevention. Key Projects: EXPANSE (Environmental Health, Urban Foodscapes) EXPOSOME-NL (Environmental Exposome Research) Research Themes: Food environments, ultra-processed foods, sustainable diets, cardiovascular health, urban-rural disparities Publication Trends (2018-2025): 33+ peer-reviewed articles in journals like The Lancet Regional Health , International Journal of Cancer , and Public Health Nutrition , with a focus on epidemiological methods , spatial analysis , and policy evaluation . Editorial Contributions: Served as Editor for Public Health Nutrition journal (2023). Teaching Philosophy emphasizes student-led learning and educational initiatives that empower future citizens to drive sustainable food system transitions.

• Soil Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Surface Electrochemistry
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Xu Renkou serves as Director of the Soil Chemistry and Environmental Protection Laboratory at the Nanjing Institute of Soil Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Head of the Soil Interface Processes and Effects Team at the State Key Laboratory of Soil and Sustainable Agriculture. He holds doctoral supervisor status and serves as Deputy Director of the Soil Chemistry Committee of the Chinese Society of Soil Science while acting as Scientific Advisor to the International Foundation for Science (IFS). His research focuses on surface electrochemical properties of variable-charge soils, soil acidification mechanisms, aluminum chemistry, and heavy metal behavior at soil/water interfaces. Current investigations examine interactions between charged surfaces in soil (colloids, organic matter, microorganisms, plant roots), clay mineral evolution during soil formation, acidification control methods, and biochar applications for soil improvement. His group actively pursues six major projects including National Natural Science Foundation key projects on root-soil interactions and red soil acidification control. Xu's publication record includes over 200 Chinese and English papers with more than 80 SCI-indexed articles in top journals like Soil Biology & Biochemistry and Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta. His research demonstrates consistent innovation in understanding adsorption mechanisms of organic acids on variable-charge soils, aluminum-organic acid interactions, particle surface diffusion layer effects on acidification, and heavy metal remediation technologies. His work bridges fundamental surface chemistry with practical soil restoration applications. Scientific recognition includes the 2010 Zhu Liyuehua Outstanding Teacher Award from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. His group has mentored numerous award-winning students including multiple recipients of Chinese Academy of Sciences President Scholarships and Jiangsu Province Outstanding Master's Thesis Awards. Key projects include National Natural Science Foundation key projects on root-soil interactions 973 Project on red soil acidification control principles Academy Knowledge Innovation Project on tropical soil electrochemistry Multiple NSFC general projects on nanoparticle interactions and paddy soil evolution The research team maintains strong international collaborations with scientists in Canada, Australia, Russia, United States, and India, conducting joint research on surface chemistry and soil acidification. Their laboratory develops patented soil remediation technologies including acidic soil green improvers and biochar-based solutions.

Iliyan GeorgievView profile

Researcher

• Computer Graphics
• Light Transport Simulation
• Monte Carlo Rendering
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Iliyan Georgiev is a research scientist at Adobe, specializing in advanced computer graphics and physically based rendering. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Sofia University, Bulgaria, and a Master's degree from Saarland University, Germany, supported by a fellowship from the Max-Planck Institute. His work focuses on improving rendering efficiency through Monte Carlo methods, light transport simulation, and neural rendering techniques. Georgiev's research bridges the gap between theoretical and applied graphics, with contributions to bidirectional rendering algorithms, importance sampling, and 3D scene modeling. His publications highlight innovations in variance reduction, path sampling, and material-aware rendering. He has collaborated with leading institutions and companies, including Intel Visual Computing Institute, Disney Research Zürich, Weta Digital, Chaos Group, and Autodesk. Notable scientific awards include the Best Student Paper Award at ICPRAM 2025 and the Best Paper Award at EGSR 2024.

Thokozani MhlambiView profile

Lecturer

• Ethnomusicology
• African Studies
• Creative Arts
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Dr. Thokozani Mhlambi is a creative musician, composer, and interdisciplinary artist affiliated with the University of Bayreuth through its Bayreuth Academy. His work bridges African philosophies, historical narratives, and experimental music, using baroque cello, vocals, and reed ensembles to reimagine cultural legacies such as the Zulu capital Umgungundlovu. He has performed globally at institutions like MoMA (New York), Zeitz MOCAA (Cape Town), and Savvy Contemporary (Berlin), while engaging in cross-cultural collaborations with artists like Angel Bat Dawid and Douglas R Ewart. PhD in Music from University of Cape Town Visiting lecturer at universities in Finland, Brazil, and USA His research integrates ethnomusicology , sound art , and interdisciplinary practice , focusing on reinterpreting African history through avant-garde techniques and non-traditional rhythms. Projects like Playing with Tape and Umgungundlovu Suite highlight his exploration of sonic storytelling and creative methods. Recent article trends reveal a consistent focus on historical reclamation , experimental composition , and African sonic identity , often blending Western classical instruments with African narratives. Scientific Awards Artist-in-Residence at Cite International Des Arts (Paris, 2020), supported by the Institut Français Invited contributor to the Dutch Art Institute’s Roaming Academy (2019) As a lecturer, Mhlambi has mentored in international academic settings, though specific advisees are not listed. His practice also intersects with grants from cultural institutions supporting artistic research and residencies. Labs & Collaborative Platforms He collaborates with the Africa Multiple Cluster of Excellence (Bayreuth), University of Cape Town, and the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (Chicago), engaging in sound-based reimaginings of historical sites and cultural identities.

• Wound Healing
• Tissue regeneration
• Oral mucosa and skin
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Lari Hakkinen is a Professor in the Department of Oral Biological & Medical Sciences at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Dentistry. She actively supervises graduate students in Cell and Developmental Biology and Craniofacial Science programs through UBC's Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (G+PS) initiative, focusing on translational dental research with clinical applications in periodontal regeneration and wound management. Her research centers on comparative wound healing mechanisms between oral mucosa and skin, investigating why oral tissues regenerate with minimal scarring. Key interests include fibroblast phenotypic differences, extracellular matrix dynamics, integrin-mediated signaling (particularly αvβ6), and mesenchymal stem cell applications. She pioneers advanced 3D culture systems using macromolecular crowding to model human gingival tissue, revealing critical pathways in connective tissue organization and regeneration. Her work bridges cell biology with clinical dentistry, targeting novel therapies for periodontal disease through peptide-based antimicrobials and controlled drug delivery systems. Analysis of her 2020-2025 publications shows consistent focus on periodontal inflammation mechanisms, biofilm management, and regenerative strategies. Dominant themes include integrin signaling in bone loss, microvesicle-mediated cell communication, and antimicrobial peptide efficacy against oral pathogens. Her recent work on D-enantiomeric peptides and slow-release gefitinib formulations demonstrates translational innovation for localized periodontal treatment, while decellularization methods advance scaffold development for tissue engineering. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Professor Hakkinen mentors graduate students in MSc and PhD programs across Cell and Developmental Biology and Craniofacial Science disciplines. Her supervision emphasizes molecular techniques in wound healing research, with documented collaborations on grant-funded projects investigating integrin functions and biofilm dynamics, though specific grant details weren't provided. She actively recruits students for thesis projects involving 3D cell culture models and animal studies of oral regeneration. Her laboratory employs sophisticated in vitro models including human gingival fibroblast 3D cultures, decellularized extracellular matrices, and microvesicle isolation techniques. Current work focuses on translating peptide-based antimicrobial strategies to clinical dentistry and elucidating the molecular basis of scarless oral healing through comparative studies of epithelial-stromal interactions. The team maintains strong ties with UBC's Centre for High-Throughput Phenogenomics and AMDB Research Excellence Cluster for advanced molecular analyses.

• Music Composition
• New Opera
• Musical Theatricality
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Dr Catherine Kontz is a London-based composer and professor at the Royal College of Music, specializing in nonlinear forms, visual/spatial elements, and musical theatricality in contemporary composition. She serves as a Doctoral Supervisor and is currently an artist-in-residence at King's College London's Engineering Department. Born 1976 BMus (Hons), MMus, PhD from Goldsmiths Her research spans: Audio technology applications in composition Multimedia operatic productions Site-specific sound installations Interdisciplinary collaboration strategies Cultural synthesis in musical theatre Temporal experimentation in performance Her work has been performed by prestigious ensembles and artists including Solistes Européens Luxembourg, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, ensemble recherche, Exaudi, and Naomi Woo. Current projects include collaborative research with Professor Zoran Cvetkovic exploring audio technologies and human intelligence processes. Notable achievements: Shortlisted for Quattropole Music Prize Commissioned for European Capital of Culture program Doctoral research connecting Deleuzian theory with mime opera Regular Tête-à-Tête opera festival participant Director of multimedia opera productions Academic contributions include: Supervising doctoral composition students Developing interdisciplinary research projects Teaching contemporary composition techniques Creating large-scale collaborative works Advancing audio technology applications Mentoring emerging composers

Nick VirgilioView profile

Professor

• Thermodynamics
• Multiphase systems
• Surfaces, interfaces and thin layers
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Nick Virgilio is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal . His research focuses on soft matter interfaces, polymer blends, and advanced hydrogel systems for biomedical and catalytic applications. Director, Research Laboratory on Surfaces, Interfaces and Soft Matter Member, Research Center for High-Performance Polymer and Composite Systems (CREPEC) Research interests include interfacial phenomena in multiphase systems, self-assembly of soft materials, nanoparticle-hydrogel composites, Pickering emulsions, and polymer microstructure engineering. Scientific awards include the 2010 Canadian Macromolecular Science Thesis Prize and the 2004 Polytechnique Montréal Master's Thesis Award. Recent publications highlight his work in macroporous hydrogels for cancer cell capture, nanoparticle synthesis in soft matrices, and interfacial control of polymer blends. His studies frequently appear in high-impact journals like ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces , Green Chemistry , and Macromolecules . Students under his supervision have explored topics from biofilm mechanics to lunar environment polymer systems across 4 PhD and 6 Master’s theses completed or ongoing.

Terry BlumView profile

Professor

• Organizational Behavior
• Health Services Research
• Leadership Development
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Terry Blum is the Tedd Munchak Chair and ADVANCE Professor at Georgia Institute of Technology, serving as Chair and Coordinator for Organizational Behavior and Faculty Director of the Institute for Leadership and Social Impact (ILSI). At ILSI, she develops interdisciplinary leadership programs including the Impact Speaker Series, Ideas to Serve (I2S), Global Social Ventures Competition, and Georgia Tech’s Excel Program for students with Intellectual Disabilities. She also co-developed entrepreneurship curricula for biomedical technology graduate students, expanded across engineering and science disciplines. Served as Dean of Georgia Tech’s College of Business (1999-2007) Co-founder of Georgia Tech’s Excel Program Collaborates on NIH training grants for Biomedical Engineering doctoral students Blum’s research spans organizational behavior, workplace health, and social entrepreneurship. She examines: Leadership dynamics and gender roles Substance abuse treatment organization management Technology transfer in healthcare Employee assistance programs and workplace health Disability inclusion in remote work Creative work environments Her publications focus on: Organizational behavior and human resource management Workplace substance abuse prevention Shared and servant leadership models Gender dynamics in management Sociological approaches to employee health Scientific awards include: Best Dissertation-based Paper Award (Organizational Behavior division, 2016) Top 10% Best Paper designation (Organizational Behavior division, 2016) Best Paper in Health Care Division (Academy of Management, 2011) Blum advises entrepreneurial initiatives like: Stanford’s Roundtable on Engineering Entrepreneurship Education Project Tsunami’s Global Brain Trust (Kauffman Foundation) Georgia Tech Technology Ventures (GATV) Georgia Tech’s Economic Development Institute She serves on: Academy of Management Journal editorial board Camp Twin Lakes executive committee Georgia Tech Faculty Senate Scheller College Honors Committee