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Pawel M. BartlewskiView profile

Associate Professor

University of GuelphCanada

Pawel M. Bartlewski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), University of Guelph. His research focuses on hormonal control of ovarian antral follicle development in ruminants, ultrasonographic imaging of reproductive organs, and advancements in assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs). He also explores nutritional influences on reproductive processes and the application of nanotechnology in gamete cryopreservation. His work bridges veterinary science with human health, developing farm animal models to improve hormonal treatments for women. Current students under his supervision include Madeline Abass, Laila Abdelrazak, Winnie Chen, and others pursuing Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) degrees. His lab (OVC 1677/1671B) supports collaborative projects involving endocrinology, imaging, and reproductive biotechnology. Publications highlight innovations in estrus synchronization protocols, mammary gland imaging, and nanowater-based semen preservation. Research trends emphasize integrating imaging technologies with hormonal studies to enhance livestock and companion animal reproduction. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his extensive peer-reviewed contributions reflect significant academic recognition. Grant activities are implied through collaborative projects, though specific grants are not detailed. His mentoring extends to summer research students and clinical trials, fostering next-generation veterinary scientists. Lab activities focus on ovarian dynamics, ultrasound applications, and translational research between animal and human health. Teams include international collaborators, evident in co-authorships across North America and South America.

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Nelianne VerkaikView profile

Researcher

Erasmus University RotterdamNetherlands

Nelianne Verkaik is a researcher at Erasmus MC in the Department of Medical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases. Her work focuses on antimicrobial resistance, infection control, and the management of device-related infections, particularly in critical care settings. She is actively involved in major research collaborations such as the DOLPHIN investigators and the SWAB Working Group Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance. Her research interests lie at the intersection of clinical microbiology and public health, with a strong emphasis on antibiotic sensitivity, carbapenemase-producing organisms, and the epidemiology of multidrug-resistant pathogens. A significant portion of her recent work investigates the spread of NDM-producing bacteria from Ukraine into Europe, highlighting the role of patient transfers in cross-border dissemination of resistant strains. The most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on optimizing antimicrobial therapy, assessing resistance patterns, and improving outcomes in critically ill patients. Her studies frequently employ retrospective analyses, genomic sequencing, and large-scale surveillance data to inform infection prevention strategies and antimicrobial stewardship programs. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: There is no explicit mention of student advising or grant funding in the provided information. However, her participation in multi-center studies such as the DOLPHIN trial suggests involvement in significant collaborative research projects, likely supported by external funding. She contributes as a key researcher in national and international efforts to monitor and combat antimicrobial resistance. Labs, Teams, and Networks: Dr. Verkaik collaborates extensively within the SWAB Working Group Surveillance of Antimicrobial Resistance and the DOLPHIN investigators. These networks involve multiple institutions across Europe and focus on antimicrobial resistance surveillance, precision dosing trials, and outbreak investigations. Her research leverages data from electronic health records, laboratory networks, and genomic surveillance systems.

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Ken McClureView profile

Assistant Professor

University of WyomingUnited States

Ken McClure is an Assistant Professor of Statistics in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Wyoming. He specializes in quantitative psychology, psychometrics, and methodological innovations for clinical research. His work focuses on adaptive measurement techniques, data quality in ambulatory assessment, and suicide prevention strategies. Dr. McClure joined UW in 2024 after completing his Ph.D. in Quantitative Psychology at the University of Notre Dame. Education: Ph.D. Quantitative Psychology, University of Notre Dame (2024) M.A. Research & Experimental Psychology, University of Notre Dame (2023) B.S. Mathematics & Statistics (double major), University of Wyoming (2018) B.S. Psychology (Minor: Honors Program), University of Wyoming (2018) Research Interests: Dr. McClure’s research integrates statistical methodologies with clinical applications, emphasizing suicide prevention, mental health, and rural health disparities. His work addresses challenges in intensive longitudinal data collection, predictive modeling for behavioral data, and improving assessment tools through psychometric rigor. Publications Trends: Recent work highlights methodological advancements in handling missing data, optimizing clinical prediction models, and validating assessment tools for mental health. His studies often bridge statistical theory with real-world applications in suicide prevention and mental health interventions. Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advisees are listed in the provided text. Dr. McClure’s research is primarily funded through institutional and collaborative initiatives.

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Brahim ChebbiView profile

Professor

Laurentian UniversityCanada

Brahim Chebbi is a Full Professor at the Bharti School of Engineering & Computation, Laurentian University, with office location F-225 in the Science Building. His contact information includes email (bchebbi@laurentian.ca) and phone extension 4006. Prior to joining Laurentian, he held academic positions at L'Université de Moncton (CUSLM), University of Ottawa, and Algonquin College, where he founded the Bachelor of Applied Technology in Photonics program. His industry experience includes roles at Mitel Networks and the National Research Council of Canada. Education background: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (1994) M.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (1989) B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering (1986) His multidisciplinary research spans optical instrumentation, laser Bessel beams, fluid mechanics, and mechatronics. Current projects focus on: Development of optical devices/systems for imaging and metrology Hapto-visual virtual reality systems for biomedical applications Research integrates experimental optics, human-computer interaction, and mechanical systems for applications in health sciences and engineering. Publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary focus across optics/photonics (66%), virtual reality/psychology (20%), and fluid dynamics/biomechanics (14%). Recent work shows increasing emphasis on biomedical applications of optical technologies, with haptic-virtual reality systems emerging as a significant new research direction since 2014. Available information indicates no scientific awards, student advisees, or research grants mentioned in the source material. Laboratory or team affiliations are not explicitly described in the provided text.

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Andras AndreiView profile

Professor

University of PetroșaniRomania

Andras Andrei is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Transport Engineering, University of Petroșani. His work focuses on mining equipment design, computational mechanics, and geomechanical analysis. He specializes in numerical simulations using FDEM and COMSOL Multiphysics, with a strong emphasis on improving mining operational efficiency and safety through advanced modeling techniques. Research interests include: Rock mechanics and material behavior under extreme conditions Optimization of bucket wheel excavators and cutting teeth Thermal and mechanical stress analysis in mining machinery Integration of AI and data science in mining systems Recent studies highlight innovations in slope stability assessment, microwave-enhanced rock excavation, and energy-efficient mining technologies. His work has addressed challenges in lignite extraction, tailings pond management, and hard rock excavation systems. Notable contributions include: Development of FDEM-based models for lignite shear strength analysis Advancements in brake system thermal management for mine hoists Studies on cutting efficiency improvements through geometric optimization His research bridges theoretical computational methods with practical mining applications, aiming to enhance both operational safety and environmental sustainability in mining operations.

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Ljubica NedelkoskaView profile

Researcher

University of CopenhagenDenmark

Ljubica Nedelkoska is a Senior Scientist at Complexity Science Hub in Vienna and a visiting professor at Central European University (CEU), where she co-directs the Growth CoLab. Previously, she served as a senior research fellow at Harvard University's Growth Lab (2017-2025) and completed postdoctoral work at Zeppelin University and University of Jena. Her research focuses on human mobility, diaspora networks, and skill-technology relations in labor markets. Nedelkoska examines how migration patterns affect economic development, with particular attention to refugee integration, workplace segregation, and the economic impact of return migration. Her work combines quantitative analysis of large-scale administrative datasets with policy applications across multiple countries. Nedelkoska's recent publications reveal a strong focus on Ukrainian refugee integration in Europe, skill mismatch in displaced workers, and the relationship between mental health and labor market dynamics during the pandemic. Her research consistently bridges academic rigor with practical policy applications, often utilizing novel data sources like social media analysis. DRUID 2023 Best Paper Award for 'Eight Decades of Changes in Occupational Tasks, Computerization and the Gender Pay Gap' Consultant for international organizations including OECD and International Labour Organization Policy projects conducted in Albania, Colombia, Germany, Netherlands, Sri Lanka, and Sweden Nedelkoska leads multiple significant research initiatives including the 'Opportunity in Crisis' project (2023-2025) focused on Ukrainian refugee economic integration and the 'Cities: Catalysts or roadblocks in labor market desegregation?' project (2025-2027). Her work with Harvard's Growth Lab has produced influential policy analyses on diaspora contributions to economic development in countries like Colombia. At Complexity Science Hub, Nedelkoska contributes to research on leveraging global talent and migration patterns, while at CEU she develops the Growth CoLab as a platform for tackling public policy issues through academic-practitioner collaboration.

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Margo-Lea HurwiczView profile

Associate Professor

University of Missouri Saint LouisUnited States

Dr. Margo-Lea Hurwicz serves as an Associate Professor within the Department of Anthropology, Sociology and Languages and the Gerontology Program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL), operating under the College of Arts and Sciences. She joined UMSL in fall 1990 and maintains a joint appointment between anthropology and gerontology, teaching undergraduate courses like Medical Anthropology and Growing Old in Other Cultures alongside graduate Gerontology Program courses including Cultural Aspects of Aging and Aging and Health Behavior. Education: PhD in Behavioral Anthropology from University of California, Los Angeles (1982) Postdoctoral training in Social Gerontology at University of Southern California (1985-86) Research Interests: Dr. Hurwicz specializes in medical anthropology and cultural gerontology , investigating how Hispanic and Chinese elders conceptualize health and aging through both qualitative ethnographic methods and quantitative consensus analysis . Her work centers on cultural relativism in healthcare decision-making, explanatory models of chronic illnesses, and health-seeking behaviors among minority aging populations, with fieldwork conducted in Mexico, Guatemala, Los Angeles, Chicago, Hong Kong, and Beijing. Publication Trends: Her 15 most recent works (1982-2016) demonstrate consistent focus on cultural frameworks of aging-related health, evolving from cross-cultural depression studies toward detailed analyses of elderly explanatory models for hypertension, influenza, and Alzheimer's. Key themes include the influence of ethnicity on physician-patient communication, gaps in understanding lifestyle-illness connections, and merging of cold/flu concepts in popular thought despite clinical distinctions. Scientific Awards: NIH/NIA Shannon Award (1992) for cognitive anthropology techniques in elderly healthcare behavior research NIH FIRST Award (1993) for early career development Advising and Grants: Dr. Hurwicz secured a 1998 Arthritis Foundation grant studying osteoarthritis in older adults and actively participates in the foundation's fundraising. Her NIH-funded research expanded to Chinese elders in 1995, covering health decision-making across ethnic groups. While specific students aren't named, her graduate Gerontology teaching and long-standing faculty role confirm ongoing mentoring of Master's and PhD candidates. Labs and Teams: Her research operates through international fieldwork teams across five countries rather than fixed laboratory spaces, focusing on community-based data collection with elderly participants. Collaborations include Kaiser Permanente for chronic disease management program dissemination and multidisciplinary partnerships in rheumatology and psychiatry.

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Josep Maria Porta PleiteView profile

Researcher

Polytechnic University of CataloniaSpain

Josep Maria Porta Pleite is an Associate Researcher at the Institut de Robòtica i Informàtica Industrial (IRI), a joint center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC). He leads the Kinematics and Robot Design (KRD) research group and has been actively contributing to robotics and computational kinematics since 2007. His work bridges theoretical algorithm development and practical applications in robotics, molecular biology, and environmental toxicology. Porta’s research spans motion planning , robot kinematics , SLAM , and planning under uncertainty . He has made significant contributions to solving complex kinematic problems in closed-chain systems and molecular conformational spaces. His work often involves developing efficient algorithms and open-source software tools such as the CuikSuite , Cuik-KDtree , and Pose SLAM , which are widely used in robotics research. His recent publications (2019–2025) reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary applications, particularly in zebrafish behavioral analysis and neurotoxicology , where computational methods are applied to assess environmental contaminants. He also continues to advance core robotics problems, including trajectory optimization, hand-eye calibration, and closed-form solutions in rotation geometry. His work appears in top-tier journals such as IEEE Transactions on Robotics , Mechanism and Machine Theory , and Science of the Total Environment . Porta has served as an associate editor for IEEE Transactions on Robotics (2015–2018) and has supervised numerous students and collaborators. He has led long-term software development efforts and secured research funding through national and European projects. Scientific Contributions: Lead developer of the CuikSuite for motion analysis of closed-chain systems. Coordinator of the KRD research group since 2011. Contributor to ambient intelligence and robot localization during his postdoc at the University of Amsterdam. He advises multiple students in robotics, computer vision, and biomedical applications, and his team develops tools for path planning, singularity analysis, grasp optimization, and molecular modeling. There is no indication of part-time status, retirement, or former affiliation.

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Olcay YılmazView profile

Assistant Professor

TED UniversityTurkey

Olcay Yılmaz is an Assistant Professor and Vice Dean at the Faculty of Education, TED University. He holds a PhD in Psychological Counseling and Guidance from Hacettepe University. His academic roles include teaching courses such as Career Counseling Theories & Practice, Psychological Testing, and Research Methodology. He has served in the Turkish Land Forces (1997-2012) and contributed to elite athlete development projects (2013-2015). His research focuses on career counseling methodologies, psychological assessment tools, and cultural adaptation of tests. Current Position: Assistant Professor & Vice Dean Department: Department of Educational Sciences, Guidance and Psychological Counseling Institution: TED University Education: Bachelor’s: Turkish Land Forces School (System Administration Sciences) Master’s: Hacettepe University (Psychological Counseling & Guidance) PhD: Hacettepe University (Psychological Counseling & Guidance) Research Interests: Personality traits in career selection Scale development for vocational assessment Focus on cultural validity of psychological instruments Application of AI in career guidance systems Sports psychology applications in elite athlete development Recent Publications Trends: His 2020-2023 articles emphasize digital transformation in counseling, cross-cultural assessment challenges, and neurocognitive aspects of career decision-making. He frequently publishes in education policy and psychometric methodology domains. Professional Memberships: Turkish Counseling and Guidance Association Network for Innovation in Career Guidance and Counselling in Europe (NICE)

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Leanne CurrieView profile

Associate Professor

University of British ColumbiaCanada

Leanne M. Currie is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC) School of Nursing, part of the Faculty of Applied Science. Her research focuses on health informatics, particularly the application of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in clinical decision-making, user-centered design processes, and addressing health equity through technology. She leads the SuperNurse research initiative exploring nursing workarounds in home wound care design. Dr. Currie’s academic journey includes a PhD in Nursing and Registered Nurse credentials. Her four main research threads include computerized clinical decision support systems, measurement of informatics competencies, user-centered design methods, and the digital divide. She has advised students like Francis Kobekyaa (Nursing) and alumni Abdulai Abdul-Fatawu. Her recent work emphasizes technology safety in primary/community care, equitable design principles, and telehealth innovations. Key areas include mitigating stigma in sexual health platforms, analyzing social determinants of health in critical illness recovery, and developing tailored self-management apps for cancer patients. She collaborates on projects like the 'WhatMatters' digital app for person-centered care. Dr. Currie’s publications span over two decades, addressing topics from telehealth adoption in rural settings to interprofessional informatics education. She advocates for integrating justice, equity, diversity, and indigeneity into informatics curricula and healthcare technology design.

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Ubbo VisserView profile

Associate Professor

University of MiamiUnited States

Ubbo Visser is an Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences. He is also a Fellow of the CNSA. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Semantic Web technologies, with applications in healthcare, criminal justice, and competitive gaming. He leads projects in RoboCup robotics competitions and has developed novel AI tools for cognitive testing (e.g., LASSI-BC) and digital health agents for behavioral interventions. Key research areas include ontology engineering (e.g., Drug Target Ontology, BioAssay Ontology), human-robot interaction, and multi-agent systems. His work integrates symbolic and sub-symbolic AI methods to address real-world challenges such as algorithmic fairness in facial recognition systems and dynamic motion control in humanoid robots. He has secured funding from NIH, NSF, and industry partners, and serves on editorial boards for advanced robotics and AI journals.

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Maria Reinhilde CasteelsView profile

Professor

KU LeuvenBelgium

Maria Reinhilde Casteels serves as a full professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences at KU Leuven's Faculty of Medicine. Her institutional base is the Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy unit (ON2 Herestraat 49, box 521, Leuven), with office room 05.115. Key administrative roles include: Chair of the Ethics Committee Research UZ/KU Leuven Member of the Council of the Faculty of Medicine Member of the Council of the Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences External member of the Education-Support Committee Group Biomedical Sciences Member of the University Day Care Centres Executive Committee Her research program centers on clinical pharmacology with dedicated focus areas: Development and validation of clinical decision support systems for medication safety Bedside medication appropriateness checks in specialized wards (hematology, trauma surgery) High-risk medication management in home care nursing environments Prediction modeling for medication discrepancies in emergency departments Optimization of pharmacotherapy through intravenous-to-oral switch protocols Analysis of her 2020-2025 publications reveals a consistent trajectory toward technology-driven medication safety solutions. Her work demonstrates increasing sophistication in integrating real-world clinical data with decision support tools, with recent studies emphasizing customized alert systems to reduce alert fatigue and mixed-methods approaches to evaluate implementation effectiveness across diverse healthcare settings from hospital wards to home care. As co-promotor of the major research project "Optimalisation of pharmacotherapy and patient safety by development of advanced clinical decision support systems" (2020-2025), she actively secures competitive funding. Her teaching responsibilities span multiple pharmacology courses including "Pharmacology and Pharmacokinetics" (E07U0A), "Legislation and Quality Management" (E02Z2A), and case-based learning modules for master's thesis preparation (E0H90A/E0H91A), demonstrating commitment to both foundational and advanced pharmacological education.

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Jason YeatmanView profile

Associate Professor

Stanford UniversityUnited States

Dr. Jason Yeatman is an Associate Professor at Stanford University, holding appointments in the Graduate School of Education, Department of Psychology, and the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at the School of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms of reading development, dyslexia, and designing literacy interventions. He directs the Brain Development and Education Lab, employing neuroimaging techniques to study how reading instruction shapes brain circuits. He earned his PhD in Psychology at Stanford, studying the neurobiology of literacy. After a faculty position at the University of Washington, he returned to Stanford. His work bridges neuroscience, education, and technology, with a focus on scalable assessments like the Rapid Online Assessment of Reading (ROAR) tools. Research interests include brain development, learning sciences, and educational equity. He teaches courses such as 'The Science of Reading' and mentors numerous graduate and postdoctoral students. His lab develops open-source tools for neuroimaging analysis and collaborates on large-scale projects like the Human Connectome Project. Key contributions include identifying neural correlates of reading skill, studying white matter plasticity in children, and advancing adaptive testing methods for literacy screening. His work emphasizes translating neuroscience insights into practical educational strategies.

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Eric ThelinView profile

Associate Professor

Karolinska InstitutetSweden

Eric Thelin is an Associate Professor at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Clinical Neuroscience, where he leads a research group focused on traumatic brain injury (TBI). His work spans translational and clinical research with emphasis on neuroinflammation, biomarkers, imaging, and neuromonitoring in acute brain injury. The research group conducts epidemiological and prospective studies at Karolinska University Hospital and collaborates extensively with both national and international partners. Dr. Thelin's research interests center on understanding TBI mechanisms, identifying at-risk populations, and developing improved monitoring and treatment approaches. His work includes several major ongoing projects: SELECT-TBI (improved detection of bleeding on CT after mild TBI), DYNAMIC-TBI (AI prediction models for patient deterioration), LONG-TBI (long-term neurological effects following TBI), and GRAY-TBI (geriatric TBI pathophysiology). His research group collaborates with institutions including the University of Manitoba, Helsinki University Hospital, and the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH). Analysis of Dr. Thelin's recent publications reveals a strong focus on multimodal monitoring in TBI, particularly cerebrovascular reactivity and intracranial pressure dynamics. His work increasingly incorporates AI and machine learning approaches for prediction modeling, while maintaining strong foundations in clinical epidemiology and biomarker research. The research spans from basic mechanisms of injury to clinical implementation of monitoring techniques. Dr. Thelin's research is supported by multiple funding sources including the Stockholm Region, the Erling-Persson Foundation, and Strategic Research Area Neuroscience (StratNeuro). Previous funding has come from the Brain Foundation (Mattson Foundation), Swedish Society for Medical Research, and Swedish Medical Association. His research group includes doctoral students and affiliated researchers working on various aspects of TBI. The research group maintains extensive national and international collaborations, working with David Nelson on neuroimaging, Rebecka Rubenson-Wahlin on pre-hospital care, and Fredrik Piehl on neuroinflammation at Karolinska Institutet. Nationally, they collaborate with Henrik Zetterberg and Kaj Blennow on protein biomarkers, and internationally with Adel Helmy (Cambridge), Rahul Raj (Helsinki), and Frederick Zeiler (Manitoba) on neuromonitoring and AI applications.

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Joachimina Veldhuijzen van ZantenView profile

Professor

University of BirminghamUnited Kingdom

Joachimina Veldhuijzen van Zanten is a Professor of Biological Psychology in the Department of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Birmingham. She leads research at The Centre for National Training and Research Excellence in Understanding Behaviour and is actively accepting PhD students. Her research focuses on the influence of behaviour on psychological and physiological health across various populations including those with rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, older adults, and young people. Specific interests include physical activity barriers in clinical populations and the impact of behaviors on stress responses. Her recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate expertise in exercise interventions for autoimmune conditions, cognitive aging, spinal cord injury rehabilitation, and nutritional approaches to stress management. Her work spans interdisciplinary boundaries, connecting psychology with physiology. Best Conference Paper: Skills, knowledge, and resources required by under-represented residents to capitalize on major sporting events and their legacies: The case of Birmingham (2024) She has been actively involved in multiple research projects including those examining physical activity in inflammatory arthritis, building vascular resilience against mental stress, and analyzing the legacies of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. Her work contributes to several UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and wellbeing.

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