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• Non-linear dynamics
• planetary dynamics
• solar physics
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Norman Murray is a Professor at the Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics (CITA) at the University of Toronto, where he has established himself as a leading researcher in theoretical astrophysics. His work spans multiple critical areas including planetary dynamics, solar physics, and active galactic nuclei. CITA, as a nationally supported research center, provides an environment for Murray to pursue fundamental questions about the universe's origin and evolution. Ph.D. 1986, University of California, Berkeley Murray's research focuses on nonlinear dynamics in astrophysical systems, with particular emphasis on solar system formation and evolution. His work explores why planets are spaced as they are, the distribution of asteroids between Mars and Jupiter, and the possible configurations of planetary systems. In active galactic nuclei research, he investigates how quasars—the brightest objects in the universe—are powered by material falling into massive black holes, requiring knowledge of general relativity, magnetohydrodynamics, and radiation processes. Murray has received significant recognition for his contributions to astrophysics, most notably his election to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, highlighting his impact on the field. U.S. National Academy of Sciences Professor Murray maintains an active mentoring program, currently supervising four PhD students while having previously guided numerous postdoctoral fellows, PhD candidates, and Master's students throughout his career. His teaching portfolio includes both undergraduate courses like Geology 130H (Exploring the Solar System) and graduate courses such as Astronomy 3100 (Star and Planet Formation) and Astronomy 3020 (Magnetohydrodynamics), which he originated. His educational approach emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical research applications in astrophysics. As a core faculty member at CITA, Murray contributes to the institute's mission of fostering interaction within the astrophysics community through workshops and hosting visitors, helping to maintain CITA's reputation as a vibrant center for theoretical astrophysics research in Canada.

• High-speed aerodynamics
• Non-linear heat transfer
• Turbomachinery
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Dr. Bidur Khanal is the current Head of Department for Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering at Kingston University. He joined Kingston in August 2024, bringing extensive experience from MBDA Missile Systems (Team Lead in Simulation and Modelling), Coventry University (Senior Lecturer), and Cranfield University (Lecturer in Complex Weapons). Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment, Kingston University Department of Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering His academic journey includes a PhD in Computational Aerodynamics and Aeroacoustics from Cranfield University (2010), MPhil in Computational Aeroacoustics from the University of Southampton, and a BEng (First Class Honours) in Aeromechanical Systems Engineering from Cranfield University. He also holds a PGCert in Academic Practice. Dr. Khanal's research focuses on high-speed aerodynamics, non-linear heat transfer, and turbomachinery using high-fidelity computational methods. His work spans turbulence modeling, aeroacoustics, and flow control, often addressing complex aerospace engineering challenges related to missiles, turbine blades, and aircraft aerodynamics. His publications highlight expertise in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), unsteady flow analysis, and thermal management. Key contributions include studies on cavity flow control, thrust reverser configurations, and droplet evaporation in multicomponent fuels. Recipient of several national and international awards/scholarships during his time as a student in the UK Chartered Engineer (CEng) Fellow of Royal Aeronautical Society, UK Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, UK Dr. Khanal has delivered lectures as an invited speaker at various forums in the UK and internationally. His teaching encompasses core aerospace topics such as Aerospace Technology Flight Dynamics and Control Aerospace Propulsion Machine Learning and AI for Aerospace Applications . He is passionate about integrating industry insights into academia, having collaborated with entities like Advantage-CFD (Formula One) and Airbus during his academic career. His professional experience includes a postdoctoral role at the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre at Oxford and a position as Aerodynamic Methods and Tools Engineer at GE Power. Dr. Khanal emphasizes the importance of aligning Kingston University's Aerospace Engineering courses with industry needs, ensuring graduates are equipped with cutting-edge computational techniques and practical knowledge.

• International Business
• Global strategy
• Global value chains
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Rudolf R. Sinkovics is Professor of Strategy and International Business at Durham University Business School, United Kingdom, and also serves as Visiting Professor at LUT University, Finland. Previously, he held academic positions at University of Glasgow (UK), University of Auckland (New Zealand), University of Manchester (UK), and WU-Vienna (Austria). His research focuses on inter-organizational governance and the role of advanced technologies in international business, with particular emphasis on responsible business practices. He has been recognized as one of the top 2% most cited scientists globally according to the Stanford/Elsevier list. His academic credentials include a Dr.rer.soc.oec from WU-Vienna, Austria. Professor Sinkovics leads significant editorial roles as Co-Editor-in-Chief for Critical Perspectives on International Business and has held positions with Journal of World Business (Consulting Editor, 2019-2023) and Transnational Corporations (Associate Editor, 2018-2024). His research spans four interconnected domains: Global value chains, Digital transformation, Sustainability strategies, and Knowledge networks in international business. Fellow, Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (FRSA) (2023) Ranked in the 'Stanford list' for impact 2020-2024 (top 100,000 scientists worldwide) #14 of 'most prolific authors of international marketing articles published 1995-2015' His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable business models, digital transformation of global value chains, and the intersection of technology and responsible business practices. The research shows increasing attention to ethical considerations in global business operations, particularly regarding sustainable development goals and digital transformation impacts on international business activities.

Esra ErdemView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Knowledge Representation and Reasoning
• Answer Set Programming
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Esra Erdem is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Sabanci University, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences. Her research focuses on the mathematical foundations of knowledge representation, automated reasoning, and answer set programming, with applications in bioinformatics, logistics, cognitive robotics, and economics. She has developed frameworks for hybrid planning, spatial-temporal reasoning, and multi-agent coordination using logic-based methods. She earned her Ph.D. in Computer Sciences (2002) at the University of Texas at Austin under Vladimir Lifschitz. Her academic genealogy traces back to Nikolai Shanin, Pavel Aleksandrov, and Karl Weierstrass. Her recent publications emphasize answer set programming for robotics, including collaborative assembly, path finding, and spatial reasoning. She applies these techniques to real-world challenges in cognitive factories and rehabilitation robotics. Erdem co-edited proceedings for KR 2021 and ICLP 2019 Technical Communications. She serves as an academic advisor and has contributed to educational tools like ReAct! for AI planning in robotics.

• Semantic Web
• Web Services Composition
• Formal Concept Analysis
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Nizar Messai is a Researcher at the University of Tours , affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Technology and Polytechnic School of the University of Tours (EPU) . He works within the Laboratory of Fundamental and Applied Computer Science (LIFAT, UR 6300) , focusing on semantic technologies and distributed systems. Research Interests : Semantic Web Services Composition Formal Concept Analysis (FCA) for Data Mining Blockchain Applications in Trustworthy Systems Context-Aware IoT Mashups Linked Open Data Integration Scientific Contributions : Developed semantic similarity measures for service discovery Created the LDS Java library for LOD-based similarity Explored blockchain for decentralized choreography execution Integrated attention mechanisms in travel mashup systems Applied FCA to clinical decision support systems Collaborations & Labs : Active member of the LIFAT (UR 6300) laboratory, contributing to projects at the intersection of computer science, semantic technologies, and biomedical informatics.

Nicole GardnerView profile

Professor

• Computational Design
• Digital Transformation in Architecture
• Urban Technology
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Dr. Nicole Gardner is a Professor and Program Director of Computational Design at the School of Built Environment, Faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture (ADA), UNSW. A Registered Architect in NSW (#7921), she holds a PhD in Architecture from the University of Technology Sydney (2018) and a First Class Honours Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Adelaide (2000). Her research bridges digital transformation, urban technology ethics, and computational design practices. PhD, School of Architecture, University of Technology Sydney (2018) Bachelor of Architecture (1st Class Honours), University of Adelaide (2000) Bachelor of Design Studies, University of Adelaide (1998) Her research interrogates digital transformation in the AEC industry through organizational learning theory, computational pragmatism, and ethical frameworks for smart cities. She explores human-machine configurations, augmented reality applications, and sustainable fabrication techniques like hybrid clay 3D printing for bio-reef structures. The 15 most recent articles reveal trends in computational design ethics, smart city scaling, digital compliance workflows, waste reduction strategies, and human-scale urban technology. Keywords span urban technology , machine learning , design automation , and gender dynamics in tech , with subfields like parametric acoustic modeling , semantic BIM consistency , and privacy-preserving occupancy analysis . 2021-2022: UNSW Faculty Research Fellowship 2022: Chief Investigator for $9M ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre 2024, 2021, 2019: DFAT Australia-Japan Foundation Grants Nicole supervises practice-based MPhil/PhD candidates focused on smart cities and digital transformation in AEC. She co-edited CAADRIA conference proceedings and chaired the 2024 CAADRIA conference 'Accelerated Design'.

Kirk ManfrediView profile

Professor

• Natural Products Chemistry
• Ethnobotany
• Medicinal Chemistry
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Kirk Manfredi serves as Professor of Organic Chemistry in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at the University of Northern Iowa's College of Humanities Arts and Sciences, conducting research from his laboratory in 218 McCollum Science Hall. With over 15 years of research experience, Dr. Manfredi specializes in natural products isolation and structure elucidation, particularly focusing on native prairie plants with ethnobotanical significance. His work includes extensive collaboration with Dr. Kelly Kindscher of the Kansas Biological Survey, identifying over 75 medicinal plant species used by Native Americans of the Missouri River region. Current investigations examine antimicrobial compounds produced by fungi grown on varied carbon substrates, alongside developing botanical preservatives for personal care products. His research integrates phytochemical analysis with bioassays against human tumor cell lines and HIV. Publication analysis reveals consistent contributions to natural products chemistry, with emphasis on bioactive alkaloids from Ancistrocladus species (notably anti-HIV michellamines) and prairie plant compounds exhibiting anticancer and antimicrobial properties. His work bridges ethnobotanical knowledge with modern pharmacological screening techniques across diverse plant families. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Dr. Manfredi maintains active research collaborations including the Kansas Biological Survey and multiple bioassay laboratories, though specific grant details remain unreported. His chemical education contribution includes a microscale organic chemistry experiment for stable cation preparation, demonstrating commitment to pedagogical innovation alongside research. His research program operates through collaborative networks focused on ethnobotanically guided drug discovery, with recent expansion into fungal metabolite analysis requiring specialized cultivation and metabolic profiling techniques.

Charlotte HögbergView profile

Research Fellow

• Science and Technology Studies (STS)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Health
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Charlotte Högberg is a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Technology and Society, Faculty of Engineering, Lund University. She holds a Ph.D. in Technology and Society, focusing on digital technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) in relation to society and knowledge production from social science and humanities perspectives, particularly Science and Technology Studies (STS). Her work explores transparency, agency, fairness, and expertise in AI applications within medicine, healthcare, and the public sector. Ph.D. in Technology and Society, Lund University Researcher at Department of Technology and Society, Lund University Active in AI ethics, digital health, and societal implications of AI Her research interests include the ethical dimensions of AI in healthcare, transparency mechanisms in AI systems, and the sociocultural impacts of automated decision-making. She contributes to projects such as MASAI (Mammography Screening with Artificial Intelligence) and AI in the Name of the Common Good , supported by grants from the Swedish Research Council, Vinnova, and Cancerfonden. Recent publications analyze ground truth data challenges in medical AI, AI transparency standardization, and radiologist perspectives on AI integration in mammography. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to ethical AI, healthcare equity, and responsible innovation in the public sector. Collaborations include partnerships with Swedish institutions and international researchers, with activities ranging from academic seminars to public lectures and workshops on AI and society.

• Stability and Instability Problems
• Structural Mechanics
• Materials Science
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Ryan S. Elliott is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics at the University of Minnesota's College of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on stability and instability problems related to structures, materials, and microstructured materials, with applications ranging from automotive crash analysis to space structure design. Professor Elliott's research interests span multiple areas of engineering science with a particular emphasis on stability phenomena , bifurcation theory , and atomic-level materials simulation . His work addresses fundamental questions about why certain materials exhibit 'intelligent' behavior and how we can design new materials with specific properties. Key research areas include shape memory alloys, martensitic transformations, and the development of computational methods for materials design. His recent publications (2022-2024) reveal a strong focus on computational materials science, particularly in developing and applying the OpenKIM framework for interatomic potential modeling. There's a clear trend toward data-driven approaches and creating infrastructure for materials science research, with significant contributions to open-source software development and community building in the field. Professor Elliott has secured substantial research funding through multiple NSF grants, including projects on data-driven interatomic potentials (2020-2025), reliable materials simulation using the Knowledgebase of Interatomic Models (2018-2026), and systematic multiscale modeling (2014-2018). His collaborative approach is evident through numerous projects with researchers like E.B. Tadmor, N. Triantafyllidis, and J.P. Sethna. His research group pursues eight distinct but interconnected projects, including Branch-Following and Bifurcation (BFB) methods, three-dimensional atomistic models for shape memory alloys, free energy landscape modeling, multilattice quasicontinuum methods, and the development of the Knowledge-base of Interatomic Models (KIM). These projects collectively aim to create tools for atomic-level materials design, addressing what Elliott identifies as a critical gap in current engineering design capabilities.

Xifeng YanView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Foundation Models
• Data Mining
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Xifeng Yan is the Narayanamurti Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), where he leads research in artificial intelligence, data mining, and foundation models. He holds the prestigious Venkatesh Narayanamurti Chair since 2008 and directs multiple NSF-funded research projects including SmartFlow, Graph Information System, and Knowledge Graph Query Processing. Dr. Yan's research focuses on developing fundamental concepts and new principles of data mining, designing intelligent algorithms, and building scalable systems. His current concentrations include modeling and mining large-scale heterogeneous graphs, structural analysis of texts, and intelligent solutions to cross-domain problems in bioinformatics, business intelligence, computer security, and social science. He has pioneered work in transformer-based time series forecasting and is the co-inventor of ADL/Mica, an agent-first approach to conversational AI assistants. His recent work includes the Open-Qwen2VL multimodal language model, which has been downloaded over 66,000 times on HuggingFace, and ADL (A Declarative Language for Agent-Based Chatbots), which simplifies chatbot development through natural language programming. Dr. Yan has received numerous honors including the NSF CAREER Award, IBM Invention Achievement Award, and IEEE ICDM 10-Year Highest Impact Paper Award. As an educator, he teaches advanced courses on foundation models, conversational AI, and artificial intelligence, mentoring numerous PhD students who have gone on to successful careers at leading tech companies and academic institutions. His research has significant applications across finance, healthcare, and scientific discovery, reflecting his commitment to advancing both theoretical foundations and practical implementations of AI technologies.

Devon M. CallahanView profile

Assistant Professor

• AI
• Machine Learning
• Cyber Security
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Lieutenant Colonel Devon M. Callahan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at the United States Military Academy, West Point. His academic and military career spans leadership roles in cybersecurity, network engineering, and education, including deployments to Afghanistan and academic appointments since 2013. Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Connecticut M.S. in Computer Science, University of South Carolina B.S. in Computer Science, Methodist University His research focuses on network science in computer and social networks, with applications in artificial intelligence (AI) , machine learning , cybersecurity , and network optimization . He has contributed to methodologies for secure network design, community detection in social networks, and strategic analysis of terror networks. Callahan’s publications reveal a sustained emphasis on hybrid optimization frameworks, software-defined networks (SDN), and interdisciplinary approaches to network security. His work bridges AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, social network analysis, and computer science fundamentals. Top 5% published in ASE Human Journal (2012) At West Point, he has taught courses such as CY305 Cyber Foundations, CY350 Network Engineering, and CS484 Advanced Networks, integrating his military expertise with academic rigor. His leadership roles include commanding the Satcom Station at Camp Roberts and serving as a Signal Advisor to the Royal Saudi Air Defense Force.

Petra LuchtView profile

Visiting Professor

• Science Studies
• Gender Studies
• Diversity Studies
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Prof. Dr. Petra Lucht is a Visiting Professor in Science of Science with a focus on Gender & Diversity at the Free University of Berlin's Department of Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy. Her position is active until 31 October 2024. She leads the AG Lucht research group and coordinates interdisciplinary initiatives exploring connections between science, society and ethics. Her research examines: Transdisciplinary approaches to gender and diversity in STEM fields Historical and socio-cultural configurations of science Ethical dimensions of biological research (animal testing, sex/gender in biology) Colonial impacts on scientific collections and knowledge production Science-society relationships in sustainability and climate research She leads the BUA Certificate Program 'Gender & Diversity in Science & Technology Studies' with Martina Erlemann, offering interdisciplinary courses across Berlin universities. Her research group is organizing the October 2024 conference 'Society & Ethics in Biology, Chemistry and Pharmacy' as a capstone event for her visiting professorship.

• Leadership
• Organizational Culture
• Employeeship
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Thomas Andersson is a Professor of Business Administration at the University of Skövde 's School of Business , specializing in organizational theory, leadership, and public sector management. His research explores institutional work, identity processes, and the interplay between managerialism and professional autonomy. Academic Focus : Leadership training, organizational culture, employeeship, digital transformation, and healthcare governance Key Methodology : Institutional theory, action research, and qualitative studies Collaborations : Works with researchers across Scandinavia and in multidisciplinary teams His recent publications analyze institutional complexity in healthcare, digital transformation challenges, and value creation models in public collaborations. While no formal awards are listed, his work appears in leading journals like Public Management Review and Journal of Professions and Organization .

• Industrial Cyber-Physical Systems
• Digital Twins
• Human-Machine Interaction
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Dominik Hujo is a researcher at the Chair of Automation and Information Systems at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). He holds a Master of Science degree and contributes to advanced research in industrial automation and AI integration. His research focuses on industrial cyber-physical systems , digital twins , human-machine interaction , and AI deployment in manufacturing environments . His work emphasizes real-time requirements, embedded systems, and data management for production processes. Dominik's publications from 2023-2025 demonstrate expertise in multi-agent coordination , predictive maintenance , edge-cloud architectures , and SysML modeling for mechatronic constraints . Key application areas include construction machinery, gear assembly, and logistics systems. He actively collaborates with researchers like Prof. Birgit Vogel-Heuser and Marius Krüger on projects such as KI.Fabrik (AI Factory) and OpAI4DNCS (Operator-AI Interaction for Distributed Control Systems).

Corinne BenderskyView profile

Professor

• Workplace Conflict
• Status Dynamics
• Organizational Justice
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Corinne Bendersky is Professor and Area Chair of Management and Organizations at UCLA Anderson School of Management. She is a leading expert in workplace conflict, status dynamics, justice, and diversity and inclusion in teams and organizations. Her research bridges academic knowledge with practical organizational applications. Faculty member at UCLA Anderson School of Management Area Chair of Management and Organizations Faculty Director of HARRT (Human Resources Roundtable) Founder of Morpho Leadership Development Dr. Bendersky's educational background includes a Ph.D. in Management from MIT's Sloan School of Management and a B.A. with honors from Oberlin College. Her academic journey has positioned her at the forefront of organizational behavior research. Her research focuses on workplace conflict dynamics, status hierarchies, and diversity interventions. She has developed practical approaches to reduce gender bias in male-dominated professions like firefighting, created measurement techniques for team conflict configurations, and applied machine learning to study conflict expressions in Wikipedia and media representation of working women. Her work demonstrates how understanding status dynamics can improve team effectiveness and create more inclusive workplaces. Bendersky's publications reveal a consistent focus on how status and conflict interact within organizations. Her research spans from theoretical explorations of status dynamics to practical interventions for reducing bias. She has made significant contributions to understanding how different types of conflict affect team performance, how status hierarchies form and evolve, and how organizations can create more equitable workplaces. Dorothy Harlow Best Conference Paper award by the Gender & Diversity in Organizations Division at the 2018 Academy of Management Best Paper Award: Empirical or Theoretical from Academy of Management's Conflict Management Division (2014) Best Theoretical Paper from International Association for Conflict Management (2008) Best Article Published in 2003 recognition from International Association for Conflict Management Outstanding Dissertation award from International Association for Conflict Management (2003) Dr. Bendersky teaches in UCLA Anderson's full-time and fully employed MBA programs, as well as executive education courses. As faculty director of HARRT, she connects academic research with HR executive practice. Through Morpho Leadership Development, she provides executive consulting focused on conflict management and diversity initiatives. Her TED talks and media appearances have brought her research to broader audiences, demonstrating the practical relevance of organizational behavior research.