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Farouq AliView profile

Professor

• Enhanced Oil Recovery
• Reservoir Engineering
• Heavy Oil Recovery
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Farouq Ali is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Petroleum Engineering at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering. With over 40 years of experience spanning academia and industry, he is globally recognized as a leading expert in reservoir engineering and enhanced oil recovery techniques. Previously holding the Encana/Petroleum Society Chair at the University of Calgary, he has also served as a professor at Pennsylvania State University, University of Alberta, and University of Regina. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, Pennsylvania State University M.S. in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, Pennsylvania State University B.Sc. (Hons.) in Petroleum Production Engineering, Birmingham University, England B.Eng. in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Karachi University, Pakistan Professor Ali's research focuses on breakthrough methods for oil recovery from challenging reservoirs, particularly heavy oil systems. His pioneering work established micellar-polymer flooding as an industry standard and developed foundational steam injection techniques. Current investigations center on solvent-assisted thermal processes, pore-scale modeling of bitumen mobilization, and advanced reservoir simulation for optimizing steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) and in-situ combustion. His 2015-2018 publications reveal a concentrated research trajectory toward integrating solvents with thermal recovery methods, developing non-equilibrium pore-scale simulators, and optimizing SAGD performance through analytical modeling. Key thematic clusters include solvent-steam synergies, temperature-dependent reservoir behavior, and field-scale implementation of advanced recovery techniques for oil sands and heavy oil deposits. His exceptional contributions are evidenced by prestigious accolades including: Election to the US National Academy of Engineering (2009) Anthony F. Lucas Gold Medal (SPE's highest technical honor, 2007) Kapitsa Gold Medal from Russian Academy of Sciences (1998) SPE Lester C. Uren Award (1996) Multiple SPE Distinguished Lecturer appointments Professor Ali maintains active industry engagement through over 250 reservoir studies and 30 major oilfield designs, advising governments and corporations on production strategies. His academic mentorship includes current Ph.D. candidate Seyed Mahdi Razavi, continuing his legacy of training petroleum engineering leaders. Research funding stems from extensive consulting contracts and collaborative industry projects focused on thermal recovery optimization. His laboratory investigations emphasize thermal recovery mechanisms and reservoir simulation, with current projects developing integrated solvent-steam models and advanced analytical tools for SAGD performance prediction. The research team maintains close industry partnerships for field validation of novel recovery techniques.

Jo AngouriView profile

Professor

• Sociolinguistics
• Pragmatics
• Discourse Analysis
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Jo Angouri is a Professor in Applied Linguistics at the University of Warwick. She serves as Deputy Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Education and Internationalisation, leading initiatives in international education strategy and intercultural experience. As co-founder of international research networks (Warwick-Monash Migration Identity Translation Network, AILA Migrants in Working Life Network), she bridges academic and non-academic stakeholders. Her editorial roles include founding editor of Multilingual Matters' Language at Work series and co-editor of Discourse Approaches to Politics, Society and Culture at John Benjamins. Her research spans sociolinguistics, pragmatics, and discourse analysis, focusing on: medical emergency communication (risk negotiation in critical care dispatch, obstetric teamwork), multilingual workplace practices (language policy, cross-cultural collaboration), political discourse (Grexit/Brexit framing, crisis narratives), and educational innovation (transnational learning communities, digital pedagogy). She has held visiting positions at Aalto University (Visiting Distinguished Professor, School of Business) and Monash University (Visiting Professor Affiliate). Scientific Awards: National Teaching Fellow, International Subject Chair Linguistics on Scopus Board, BAAL Book Prize shortlist (2019, 2022). Current funded projects include: Welsh Government's 999 R.E.S.P.O.N.D. (2022-2025), British Academy's Intercultural Communication in Construction Industry (2015-2018). Key collaborations include work with Dr. Shawnea Ting (medical dispatch research), Prof. Rebecca Piekkari (multilingual organizations), and Prof. Dimitrios Siassakos (obstetric communication). Her methodological approach combines discourse analysis with mixed-methods research, as seen in projects involving 999 call analysis, medical simulation studies, and multinational corporate investigations.

Manfred SchochView profile

Professor

• Digital Workplace
• IT Enterprise Architecture
• Strategic IT Management
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Prof. Dr. Manfred Schoch serves as Professor of Business Informatics at Esslingen University of Applied Sciences' Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology. He concurrently holds leadership roles at Fraunhofer FIT's Business Informatics branch and directs the FIM Research Institute for Information Management. His career bridges academic research with industrial digital transformation projects across sectors including transportation, finance, and manufacturing. His educational foundation includes: Summa cum laude doctorate from University of Hohenheim focusing on digital workplace communication technologies M.Sc. in Information-Oriented Business Administration and B.Sc. in Business Informatics from University of Augsburg Academic exchange at University of Pittsburgh's Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business Prof. Schoch's research centers on three interconnected domains: technology implementation in digital workplaces, strategic IT management and enterprise architecture, and data-driven workflow automation. He employs mixed-method approaches combining quantitative network/survey analysis with qualitative interview techniques to examine technology's organizational impact. Recent work investigates pandemic-driven remote work adaptations, AI integration challenges, and behavior change support systems for workplace stress management. His publication trajectory (2022-2025) reveals intensifying focus on generative AI applications, digital workplace resilience, and ethical technology adoption. Key themes include human-AI collaboration models, technostress mitigation, and CSR-guided digitalization. His work appears in premier venues like European Journal of Information Systems and ICIS proceedings. Professional recognition includes: Hohenheim Teaching Prize (2022) for innovative digital management pedagogy He actively supervises student theses through industry-collaborative projects with companies including DB Fernverkehr and Allianz. His research funding stems from Bavarian consortium initiatives like ForDigitHealth and international partnerships with MIT and Microsoft Research. Current grants focus on sustainable hybrid work models and AI-enhanced decision systems. As FIM Research Institute director, he leads cross-disciplinary teams developing practical digital transformation frameworks. The institute maintains strong industry connections through its Digital Leadership Academy and applied consulting projects addressing real-world challenges in workflow automation and IT-business alignment.

• Knowledge Representation
• Machine Learning
• Ubiquitous Computing
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Femke De Backere is a part-time Associate Professor at Ghent University's IDLab research group (Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Department of Information Technology) and a full-time Senior Scientist at imec. She holds a Bachelor's in Informatics and Master's in Computer Science Engineering from Ghent University, with doctoral research focused on semantic technologies and personalized healthcare systems through collaborations with intensive care units and industry partners. Her research integrates computer science, health psychology, and movement science across three primary domains: (1) developing explainable knowledge models, (2) creating personalized context-aware systems, and (3) designing engagement mechanisms like serious games and gamification. Current projects include digital interventions for cancer survivors, VR-based ecological validity platforms, and physical activity promotion in older adults. Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate strong focus areas: 60% address personalized health interventions using machine learning and ontologies; 30% explore virtual reality applications in clinical and behavioral contexts; and 10% examine academic systems development . Longitudinal trends show increasing emphasis on sensor-driven behavioral analytics and adaptive eHealth platforms. She leads significant research initiatives including: GRAY – Ghent University Research for Aging Young (2020-2030) FWO projects on eHealth self-management for cancer survivors and sedentary behavior interruption Interdisciplinary grants for VR-enabled consumer preference studies and physical activity interventions Her lab coordinates doctoral training for 9+ students and collaborates with the eBehaviourChange research unit, focusing on technology-mediated behavior modification across clinical and wellness domains.

Tiphaine Huyghebaert-ZouaghiView profile

Lecturer

• Psychological health at work
• Work-life interface
• Basic psychological needs
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Tiphaine Huyghebaert-Zouaghi is a Lecturer in Social, Work and Organizational Psychology at the University of Reims Champagne-Ardenne (URCA), where she is a member of the C2S laboratory and the psychology department. She serves as the responsible for the Master's degree PSTO (Social Psychology of Work and Organizations) and is an elected member of the National Council of Universities (CNU 16th section, college B). Additionally, she is an associate researcher at the QualiPsy laboratory at the University of Tours. Her research focuses on psychological health at work, work-life interface, basic psychological needs, motivation, professional constraints and resources, managerial behaviors, and telework. Her work explores how workplace dynamics affect employee well-being, with particular attention to psychological need satisfaction and frustration in various work contexts. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on telework, psychological needs in the workplace, and the impact of managerial behaviors on employee outcomes. She employs person-centered approaches and longitudinal designs to examine how different work profiles develop over time and influence employee well-being and performance. Her research often applies Self-Determination Theory to understand workplace motivation and health. Dr. Huyghebaert-Zouaghi currently supervises PhD student Jérémy Thomas, who is researching teleworking and psychological issues. She is involved in several significant research projects including 'Psychosocial Drivers of Psychological Health at Work' (2024-2028), 'CONSOMTEL' studying alcohol, tobacco and vaping behaviors in telework (2024-2026), and 'TECHSAN' examining new technologies, telework and workplace health (2023-2026). She serves on the scientific committee of the R2QVT research network and has numerous administrative responsibilities at URCA, including representing Maîtres de Conférences on the C2S laboratory council and serving on the university's ethics committee for research. She is also co-responsible for the Master PSTO program since 2022.

Suzanne BartingtonView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Environmental Epidemiology
• Air Quality and Health
• Climate Change Policy
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Dr. Suzanne Bartington is a Clinical Associate Professor in Environmental Health at the University of Birmingham's Department of Applied Health Sciences, where she leads interdisciplinary research at the intersection of air quality, climate change, and public health. As the UKRI Clean Air Champion for the Midlands to North of England, she translates £42.5 million UKRI Clean Air Programme research into actionable policy tools. Her educational background includes an MBBS from UCL (2012), PhD in Infectious Disease Epidemiology from UCL Institute of Child Health (2009), MSc in Modern Epidemiology from Imperial College London (2003), and BA in Medical and Veterinary Sciences from Cambridge (2002). She is also an Honorary Consultant in Public Health. Bartington's research focuses on developing clean air solutions with public health co-benefits, specializing in environmental epidemiology, transport studies, and policy evaluation. Her current portfolio includes NERC, NIHR, and EPSRC-funded projects examining air pollution exposure, sustainable transport, and climate-health linkages across global contexts including East Africa and Mongolia. Recent publications reveal strong trends in applying low-cost sensor networks for real-time air quality monitoring, evaluating policy interventions like Low Traffic Neighborhoods and Clean Air Zones, and analyzing health impacts of biomass fuels in low-income settings. Her work increasingly integrates machine learning techniques and whole-systems approaches to address complex environmental health challenges. As a doctoral supervisor, she mentors students in air pollution exposure assessment, transport intervention evaluation, and health equity impacts. Her leadership extends to major initiatives including the West Midlands Air Quality Improvement Programme (£5M NERC grant), OxAria Study, and TRANSITION Clean Air Network. Bartington directs the University of Birmingham Institute for Global Innovation Clean Air theme, supporting cross-disciplinary collaboration on global environmental challenges. Her team includes collaborators from nine UK universities and over 20 public and commercial sector partners, focusing on translating research into tangible health and policy outcomes.

• Participatory Design
• Service Design
• Critical Prison Studies
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Shana Agid is an Associate Professor of Art, Media, and Communication at Parsons School of Design, The New School. Currently serving as Dean of the School of Art, Media, and Technology at Parsons, she holds a Ph.D. in Design from RMIT University, an MA in Visual and Critical Studies, and an MFA in Printmaking and Book Arts from California College of the Arts. Her research focuses on participatory design, critical prison studies, and visual culture, with a practice bridging art, activism, and education. Agid co-developed the 'Working with People' curriculum (working-with-people.org), emphasizing critical frameworks for collaborative practices. Her work critiques systems of power through design interventions, abolitionist methodologies, and community-led frameworks. She is a founding member of Critical Resistance and a longtime advocate for transformative justice. Recent roles include the Transformative Justice Skill Up Fellowship at Interrupting Criminalization (2024–2025). Publications span design theory, abolitionist praxis, and pedagogy, including contributions to Space and Culture , Design in Crisis , and Design Studies . Her art practice includes letterpress printing and book arts, reflecting themes of resistance and collective agency.

• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• Digital Innovation
• Technology-Driven Innovation
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Tim G. Schweisfurth is a Full Professor in Organizational Design and Collaboration Engineering at the School of Management Sciences and Technology, Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH), a position he has held since January 2023. Previously, he served as Associate Professor in High-Tech Business at the University of Twente (2021-2022) and Associate Professor of Technology and Innovation Management at the University of Southern Denmark (2018-2020). His academic credentials include: PhD from Hamburg University of Technology (TUHH) venia legendi (Habilitation) from Technical University of Munich (TUM) Professor Schweisfurth's research centers on three interconnected domains: (1) digital and technology-driven innovation, examining how emerging technologies reshape business models; (2) venture idea generation and evaluation, investigating cognitive and social mechanisms behind opportunity identification; and (3) distributed and collaborative innovation, studying cross-boundary knowledge flows. His work bridges theoretical rigor with practical application through partnerships with Siemens, Osram, Audi, and Panasonic, focusing on real-world innovation challenges in corporate settings. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a pronounced shift toward micro-foundational studies of innovation processes, with growing emphasis on digital tools (e.g., internal crowdfunding platforms), cognitive dynamics in idea evaluation, and sustainability implications. His 2023-2025 work increasingly integrates AI ethics, organizational hierarchy effects, and configurational approaches to innovation performance, while maintaining strong connections to user innovation theory. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of Creativity and Innovation Management and Advisory Editor for Research Policy , shaping discourse in top innovation journals. Industry collaborations span technology implementation studies with EWE and Mammut, plus Panasonic-funded research on distributed innovation ecosystems. Leading the Organizational Design and Collaboration Engineering research group at TUHH, he develops frameworks for engineering collaboration structures that enhance innovation capacity, utilizing mixed-method approaches including natural experiments and large-scale field studies in manufacturing and technology sectors.

Ian BrownView profile

Professor

• Energy Conversion
• Electric Machines
• Adjustable Speed Drives
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Ian Brown is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Illinois Institute of Technology, part of the Armour College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. (2009), M.S. (2003), and B.S. (1999) in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Swarthmore College. His research focuses on energy conversion, electric machines, and renewable energy systems, with emphasis on sensorless control, machine design optimization, and traction motor development for electric vehicles. He has extensive industry experience as a principal engineer at A.O. Smith, contributing to electric machine and drive technologies. Research interests include adjustable speed drives, high-power density motors, and applications in sustainable energy. He has advised multiple graduate students and published over 50 peer-reviewed articles in IEEE Transactions and conferences. His recent work explores superconducting circuit breakers, thermal management systems, and advanced winding designs to minimize harmonic distortions. Brown's contributions bridge academic research with industrial applications, particularly in improving energy efficiency and reliability in power conversion systems. He is affiliated with the IEEE and has contributed to journal editorials on electric machines in renewable energy. His lab focuses on experimental prototyping and simulation-driven optimization of electric drives. Current projects include developing brushless capacitive excitation systems for traction motors and analyzing driving cycle-based machine design optimization strategies. Teaching responsibilities include graduate courses on electric machines and power electronics. He maintains active collaborations with industry partners like A.O. Smith and Siemens, emphasizing translational research with commercialization potential.

• Memory
• Forensic Interviewing
• Investigative Interviewing
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Dr. Stefanie Sharman is an Associate Professor and Associate Head of School (Teaching and Learning) at the School of Psychology , Deakin University . Her work focuses on memory, forensic interviewing, and training investigative interviewers. Doctor of Philosophy, Victoria University of Wellington Graduate Certificate of Higher Education, Deakin University Bachelor of Science, Victoria University of Wellington Research interests include: Memory distortion and false memory formation Forensic interviewing techniques for children and adults Training methodologies for investigative interviewers Cognitive psychology applications in legal contexts Source monitoring and memory accuracy Her recent publications address topics such as forensic interviewer self-assessment, memory accuracy in repeated events, misinformation effects via social media, and cultural adaptations in child interview training programs. Supervision includes doctoral students researching dietary reporting accuracy, ADHD eyewitness susceptibility, and rapport-building in forensic interviews. Current and completed supervisees span topics in credibility assessment, lineup procedures, and narrative identity construction. Grants include a $1.09M contract from Queensland's Department of Justice and Attorney-General to co-design victim advocacy models, and prior ARC and WA Department of Child Protection funded projects on child witness particularisation. Professional roles include serving as Associate Editor for Legal and Criminological Psychology (2023). She has chaired cognitive psychology units at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Patient Safety
• Resilience in Healthcare
• Care Transitions
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Karina Aase is a Professor in Patient Safety at the University of Stavanger , Faculty of Health Sciences. She served as the Centre Director for SHARE – Centre for Resilience in Healthcare from 2017 to 2020, leading Norway’s largest research center focused on quality and safety in healthcare. Her research spans patient safety, resilience in healthcare systems, care transitions, and quality improvement across primary and specialized healthcare sectors. She integrates methodologies from transport and petroleum industries to enhance healthcare practices. Current affiliation: University of Stavanger (UiS) Former leadership: SHARE Research Centre (2017-2020) Key collaborations: Oslo University Hospital, NTNU Research Interests : Resilience in healthcare systems Medication safety in nursing homes Team dynamics in emergency care Adaptive capacity in clinical settings Homecare for frail elderly Context mapping for quality improvement Scientific Contributions : Her recent articles (2025-2023) focus on prehospital medication administration, family navigation in pediatric care, homecare service ecosystems, adaptive capacity in standardized hospitals, and systematic observation frameworks for elderly patients. These works emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, systems thinking, and translating safety practices from industrial sectors to healthcare.

Laura KudrnaView profile

Associate Professor

• Behavioral Change Programs
• Workplace Wellbeing
• Diabetes Research
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Laura Kudrna is an Associate Professor in Applied Health Sciences, focusing on behavioral change programs and workplace wellbeing. She supervises PhD students in areas such as COM-B and Mindspace frameworks, subjective wellbeing, and time-use tracking. Affiliation: Applied Health Sciences Key Projects: Springboard (cultural survey design), PRE-EMPT (cervical screening), Rwanda912 (emergency transport algorithms) Research Interests: Her work bridges behavioral science with public health, emphasizing structured interventions to improve wellbeing in workplaces, post-cancer care, and low-income settings. She employs mixed-methods evaluations and cluster trials to assess health initiatives. Recent Trends: Analysis of pandemic impacts on mental health (type 2 diabetes), workplace incentive structures, and socioeconomic determinants of wellbeing dominate her publications. Collaborations span the UK, Rwanda, and Mali, with funding from NIHR and the Academy of Medical Sciences. Advising: Currently accepts PhD students but no named advisees are listed. She leads major cross-regional studies and contributes to policy frameworks for health programs.

• Environmental Policy
• Construction and Municipal Engineering
• Political Science and Administration
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Lauri Lihtmaa is a Researcher at the Department of Civil Engineering and Architecture , University of Tallinn College of Engineering . His work spans energy efficiency in building stock renovation , urban sustainability , and policy-driven environmental economics , with a focus on Estonian housing dynamics and modernist district revitalization . Education : Research Master's in Maakorraldus (2004) from Estonian University of Life Sciences; PhD studies in Renovation Patterns (ongoing at Tallinn University of Technology, and Sustainability Assessment (interrupted at Estonian University of Life Sciences). His research interests center on: Energy-efficient building renovation (particularly multifamily structures) Climate-resilient urban development for post-WWII districts Policy analysis of subsidy distribution in environmental economics Strategic environmental assessment in local governance Current projects include leading roles in: European Commission-funded Collaborative Pre-Fabricated District Reinvention (2024-2027) CINEA-supported Heritage Home Renovation Services (2023-2026) Ministry of Education-backed Energy Efficiency Center of Excellence (2024-2030)

Kenneth WilderView profile

Professor

• Aesthetics
• Art Criticism
• Phenomenology
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Dr. Kenneth Wilder is a Professor of Aesthetics and UAL Professor in Reception Aesthetics at the University of the Arts London (UAL), affiliated with Camberwell, Chelsea, and Wimbledon Colleges of Arts. He holds a PhD from UAL (2009) and an MA from the Royal College of Art (1984). His research focuses on the phenomenological experience of art, emphasizing non-visual engagement for visually impaired communities and the role of spatial design in art reception. He has exhibited globally, including installations in the UK, China, Germany, Sweden, and Ukraine. Wilder has secured significant grants, including the AHRC-funded 'Beyond the Visual: Blindness and Expanded Sculpture' (2023–2026), which explores tactile and sensory art engagement for the blind. A prior UKRI grant (2021–2023) investigated non-sighted modes of beholding art, partnering with institutions like Tate and the Henry Moore Institute. His work integrates disability studies, analytic philosophy, and contemporary art practices to redefine curatorial and spatial accessibility. Education: PhD in Spatial Design (2009), MA (RCA) in Environmental Design (1984) Key Collaborations: Dr. Aaron McPeake (research co-lead), Coram (artist-in-residence), and organizations such as Shape Arts and VocalEyes His research network engages interdisciplinary perspectives, including cognitive science and disability studies, to address inclusive art spaces. Current projects aim to expand the application of non-visual art engagement beyond gallery contexts. Wilder has supervised multiple students on spatial design, architecture, and art studies topics, with notable advisees listed below.

Bryan WardView profile

Assistant Professor

• Real-Time Systems
• Embedded Systems Security
• Cyber-Physical Systems
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Bryan Ward is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering at Vanderbilt University's School of Engineering. His research focuses on enhancing the security and resilience of real-time and embedded systems in critical domains such as industrial control systems and space systems. Ward holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, along with dual bachelor's degrees in Computer Science and Engineering and Mathematics from Bucknell University. His academic contributions span multiple areas including operating system security, real-time scheduling, and hardware-software co-design for safety-critical systems. Key research themes include control-flow integrity, secure resource management in multi-core environments, and mitigating timing-based attacks in real-time embedded systems. Ward's work has explored advanced defense mechanisms like dynamic address space randomization, tagged architecture implementations, and retry-free transactional memory models. He has also investigated vulnerabilities in kernel scheduling and cache-sharing behaviors in multi-core platforms, proposing novel solutions to ensure predictability and security. Current projects emphasize securing cyber-physical systems through adaptive defenses that maintain strict timing guarantees required for safety-critical applications.