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• Theoretical Linguistics
• Formal Semantics
• Formal Pragmatics
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Sophia A. Malamud is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Brandeis University, where she directs the Meaning In Language Research Group (MILa) and is affiliated with the Language & Linguistics Program. Her research specializes in theoretical linguistics with a focus on formal semantics, formal pragmatics, discourse-syntax interactions, and semantics-pragmatics interface. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Linguistics with a dissertation on Semantics and pragmatics of arbitrariness and an M.A. in Mathematics exploring statistical decision theory in Entropy as relevance: maximizing entropy and minimizing loss . Malamud's research investigates discourse coherence, word order variations, indexicality, semantics of impersonals/plurals, speech acts, and utterance modifiers. She leads NSF-funded projects creating annotated corpora of spoken Russian (including the BiRCh Corpus), examining bilingual acquisition and heritage language phenomena. Her work employs corpus linguistics, experimental methods, and formal modeling. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on pragmatic computation models, conversational dynamics, and cross-linguistic semantics, with frequent examination of Russian, Mandarin, and Greek data. Key themes include commitment avoidance strategies, conversational scoreboard modeling, and formal analyses of particles/pronouns. Awards include: NSF Grant BCS-1651083 for BiRCh Corpus development Mandel Foundation Faculty Grant for heritage language research Theodore and Jane Norman Award (2018) Multiple Brandeis Provost Research Grants Malamud has advised 8+ graduate/undergraduate theses on topics including heritage Russian pragmatics, utterance particles, reduplication, and distributivity. She collaborates internationally on corpus projects and directs research teams at Brandeis' Laboratory for Linguistics and Computation.

• Environmental Systems Analysis
• Chemical Risk Assessment
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
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Sverker Molander is a Full Professor at the Environmental Systems Analysis group at Chalmers University. His research integrates systems approaches to analyze human-induced environmental change and its mitigation, with a focus on chemical risk assessment, material flows, and renewable energy systems. He actively collaborates with social scientists to examine technology-society-ecosystem interfaces and participates in international programs like Sida's collaboration with Universidade Eduardo Mondlane in Mozambique. SETAC Global Science Committee member Baltic Sea Foundation research delegation Kamprad Family Foundation scientific reviewer His work employs environmental risk assessments, life cycle analyses, and substance flow modeling, particularly examining: Toxicological impacts of nanomaterials Renewable energy environmental interactions Chemical exposure limit inconsistencies Multidisciplinary approaches to sustainability Risk communication in chemical supply chains Climate-chemical pollution intersections Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Ecotoxicity extrapolation methods Machine learning for toxicity prediction Circular tungsten flows Marine energy collision risks Climate-adapted chemical management His research connects technical systems with societal and ecological considerations, emphasizing indicator development and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Ragnhild HennumView profile

Professor

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure
• Sociology of Law
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Ragnhild Hennum is currently serving as rector of the University of Oslo for the period 2025-2029. She is a professor at the Department of Public and International Law within the Faculty of Law at the University of Oslo. Prior to becoming rector, she served as Dean of the Faculty of Law (2019-2025), Vice-Rector (2009-2014), and Acting Pro-Rector/Vice-Chancellor (2014-2017). Hennum earned her law degree (cand. jur) in 1991 and completed her dr. philos. degree in 1999, both from the University of Oslo. Her academic career has been primarily focused on criminal law and legal theory, with significant contributions to understanding how legal systems address issues of gender, violence, and human rights. Professor Hennum's research spans the intersection of criminal law/procedure and sociology of law. Her work has made significant contributions to understanding evidence in cases of sexual abuse, sentencing practices, legal aspects of euthanasia, sexual violence, and forced marriages. She has particularly focused on how legal frameworks address gender-based violence and protect vulnerable populations, especially children. Her interdisciplinary approach combines legal analysis with sociological perspectives to examine how laws function in practice. Her extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on improving legal protections for vulnerable groups while maintaining the integrity of criminal justice systems. Hennum's research shows an evolving trajectory from theoretical legal analysis toward practical applications in legal reform and policy development, particularly in areas of gender equality and child protection. Beyond her academic roles, Hennum actively contributes to public discourse and policy formation. She serves on the board of PRIO (Peace Research Institute Oslo) and chairs the national Committee for Gender Balance and Diversity in Research, demonstrating her commitment to advancing equitable practices in both legal systems and academic institutions. As an educator, Hennum teaches criminal law and procedure, shaping the next generation of legal professionals with her expertise in both theoretical and practical aspects of the criminal justice system. Her leadership roles at the University of Oslo reflect her significant standing within Norwegian academia and her commitment to advancing higher education.

Dorotea ĆorićView profile

Professor

• Maritime Law
• Environmental Law
• International Transport Law
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Prof. Dr. Sc. Dorotea Ćorić serves as a Professor at the University of Rijeka's Department of Maritime and General Traffic Law, where she has established herself as a leading authority in maritime legal frameworks with particular expertise in environmental protection and liability regimes. Her scholarly contributions span three decades, focusing on Croatia's implementation of international maritime conventions within domestic legislation. Her research interests encompass: Maritime pollution liability and compensation systems Legal frameworks for nautical tourism and cruise vessel operations Implementation of international conventions on hazardous substances Autonomous shipping and emerging maritime technologies Environmental protection in coastal zones and marinas Rights of persons with disabilities in transport law Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2016-2024) reveals consistent focus on Croatia's adaptation of international maritime law, especially regarding pollution from ships, hazardous substances, and nautical tourism infrastructure. Her work demonstrates systematic examination of liability limitations, ecological damage compensation, and regulatory gaps in seabed activities, with increasing attention to autonomous vessels and accessibility standards in transport law. Professor Ćorić maintains active scholarly engagement through Google Scholar, CROBIS, and UNIRI portfolio platforms, regularly contributing to national legal discourse on maritime policy development and international treaty ratification processes.

• Environmental politics
• Public policy
• Issue framing
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Jessica Boscarino is an Associate Professor of Political Science in the School of Liberal Arts at Marist University. She holds a PhD in American Politics and Public Administration & Policy from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University and a BA from Middlebury College, specializing in environmental and energy politics through the lens of issue framing and narrative analysis. Education: BA, Middlebury College MAIR, Syracuse University PhD, Syracuse University Her research investigates how policy narratives shape environmental decision-making, with current projects analyzing advocacy group communication strategies on social media platforms. She examines the persuasive use of visual elements like photographs in policy storytelling, particularly regarding energy infrastructure controversies such as the Dakota Access Pipeline. This work bridges digital communication theory with environmental governance frameworks. Scholarly publications spanning 2006-2018 reveal consistent focus on framing dynamics across nuclear energy, climate policy, and forestry regulation. Key patterns include the strategic use of historical analogies (Three Mile Island/Fukushima), contestation of policy narratives by interest groups, and climate change's crowding-out effects on other environmental issues. Her methodology combines qualitative discourse analysis with experimental survey designs. Dr. Boscarino actively contributes to campus sustainability as Co-Chair of Marist's Campus Sustainability Advisory Committee. She teaches foundational courses including American Government, Public Policy, and Environmental/Energy Policy, alongside specialized offerings like Environmentalism in Popular Culture and Research Methods. Her classroom practice integrates real-world policy case studies with digital media analysis techniques.

Christine BooneView profile

Associate Professor

• Music Theory
• Mashup Analysis
• Digital Humanities
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Christine Boone is an Associate Professor of Music at the University of North Carolina Asheville and a Visiting Associate Professor at St. Olaf College for the 2023-2024 academic year. She holds a Ph.D. and M.M. in Music Theory from the University of Texas at Austin and a B.A. in Vocal Performance from Indiana University. Research Focus: Specializing in mashups, Boone explores their history, legality, and aesthetics. Her work bridges music theory with digital humanities, examining how mashups challenge traditional authorship and interact with copyright law. Publications: Boone has authored peer-reviewed articles on mashup typology, gender dynamics in remix culture, and acoustic phenomena, as well as a co-authored book Music Theory Matters (in production). Academic Roles: Previously a Lecturer at Indiana State University, her career spans institutions like St. Olaf College and UNCA, emphasizing undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Key Contributions: Boone’s 2011 dissertation Mashups: History, Legality, and Aesthetics established a foundational typology for the genre. Her 2013 article in Music Theory Online refined this framework, distinguishing mashups from remixes and collage music. Recent works include analyses of AI-driven remixes and algorithmic creativity in digital platforms.

• Insurance Law
• Arbitration Law
• Marine Insurance
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Professor Robert Merkin is a distinguished academic in the field of Insurance Law , affiliated with the School of Law at the University of Reading . His work focuses on the intersection of Tort Law , Contract Law , and Arbitration Law , with a particular emphasis on Marine Insurance and statutory reforms such as the Insurance Act 2015 . Merkin’s research explores critical issues in insurance contracts, including indemnity valuation, pre-contract disclosure obligations, and the legal treatment of fraudulent claims. His publications address both theoretical and practical challenges in Reinsurance , Maritime Law , and Compulsory Insurance , reflecting his expertise in commercial and legal risk frameworks. His most recent work includes analyses of implied marine warranties (2023) and updates to foundational texts like Colinvaux's Law of Insurance (2022). Earlier articles examine topics such as defective repairs, takings at sea, and ideological influences on tort-insurance dynamics.

Stève BernardinView profile

Lecturer

• Public Problems
• Sociology of Science
• Road Safety
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Stève Bernardin is a Lecturer in Sociology at Gustave Eiffel University and a researcher at LATTS (Laboratoire Techniques, Territoires, Sociétés), with additional teaching roles at AP-HP and École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées. His work critically examines how scientific communities frame public problems through sociological and historical lenses. His educational trajectory includes: Doctoral thesis in Political Science at University of Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne Sociology of Science studies at Harvard University as Fulbright scholar Research focuses on the construction of public problems in technological domains, particularly road safety history in the United States, smart city development, and autonomous vehicle deployment. Inspired by Joseph Gusfield's legacy, his methodology emphasizes fieldwork to analyze how technical solutions reshape social problem definitions and political discourse. Current projects investigate private-sector influence on public problem framing. His 2015 publications establish foundational work on traffic safety as a socially constructed problem, revealing transitions from public relations tactics to political theory frameworks. These studies demonstrate how scientific actors mediate between technical systems and societal values, with implications for contemporary smart city governance. Award recognition includes: International Prize Jean Widmer (2016) for "Taking the Problem to the People" in Technology and Culture As a Fulbright and Arthur Sachs scholar at Harvard's Program on Science, Technology and Society, he secured significant research funding. Public records indicate no formal student advising roles. His LATTS laboratory affiliation enables interdisciplinary collaboration on urban technology governance.

• Sports Medicine
• Diabetes Research
• Exercise Physiology
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Christian Brinkmann serves as Professor of Fitness and Health III at IST University of Applied Sciences, teaching Sports Medicine Basics, Diagnostics and Training Sciences, and Medical Fitness Training modules. He completed his habilitation at German Sport University Cologne in molecular and cellular sports medicine/sports biology after studying Sports Science and Biology. Education: Sports Science and Biology studies PhD and Habilitation at German Sport University Cologne (molecular/cellular sports medicine) Research Focus: His primary investigations examine exercise interventions for diabetes management, interactions between physical activity/nutrition/medications, and wearable technology applications for health monitoring. This work directly informs clinical practice through evidence-based exercise prescriptions for diabetic patients. Publication Trends: Recent publications demonstrate concentrated expertise in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), featuring systematic reviews, clinical trials, and German Diabetes Association practice guidelines. Key themes include glucose regulation during exercise, technology-assisted monitoring, and personalized exercise medicine frameworks developed through international collaborations. Professional Contributions: Brinkmann leads nationally and internationally funded research projects while maintaining active roles as journal reviewer, conference speaker, and professional association member. His practical healthcare experience includes health center work and adult education freelancing, bridging academic research with clinical implementation.

Douglas PaulView profile

Professor

• Semiconductor Devices
• Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)
• Photonics
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Professor Douglas Paul serves as Professor of Semiconductor Devices within the Department of Electronics and Electrical Engineering at the University of Glasgow, where he leads pioneering research in advanced sensor technologies and semiconductor applications. His work fundamentally reshaped multiple fields: he established MEMS gravimetry through the first demonstration of microelectromechanical systems gravimeters, and developed breakthrough germanium-on-silicon single photon avalanche diode (SPAD) photodetectors now deployed by global semiconductor firms for short-wave infrared camera systems. Current research focuses span quantum technology standardization (including legislative definitions in the UK), MEMS innovation, and photonics engineering for industrial applications. Major recognitions include: OBE (Order of the British Empire) for services to engineering FREng (Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering) FRSE (Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh) His leadership extends beyond academia into national policy frameworks, particularly through defining quantum technology parameters in UK legislation, demonstrating significant cross-sector impact.

Susanne LorenzView profile

Professor

• Visual Arts
• Fine Arts
• Spatial Installations
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Susanne Lorenz is Professor of Fine Arts at Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin) since 2010, where she heads the basic teaching program for fine arts students and teacher training programs with a core subject in fine arts. Previously, she served as Professor at Hamburg University of Fine Arts (2006-2010) and taught art history at Berlin's Lette Association (2001-2006). From April 2017 to March 2019, she was Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, and since 2020 has served as liaison lecturer for the German National Academic Foundation. She has also been a member of the founding advisory board for Studium Generale since 2012. Lorenz's artistic practice demonstrates a spatially focused and interdisciplinary approach, creating objects, sculptures, photographs, drawings, and large-scale installations that draw cultural-historical, scientific, social, architectural, and landscape analogies to current observations. Her work spans gallery and museum exhibitions in Germany and abroad, as well as significant site-specific installations in public spaces including nach Japan (1999/2000) in Berlin's Sophienhöfe, Line of Beauty in the Seseke River near Kamen (since 2010), and the Badeschiff floating swimming pool she designed for Berlin in 2002. Her recent artistic output shows a consistent focus on environmental and spatial interventions, with works like Drain/On Hold (2022) and Rebound Rotation / Rotation Rebound (2021) demonstrating her continued exploration of urban infrastructure, material transformation, and the relationship between natural systems and human intervention. These works frequently incorporate elements of historical reference while addressing contemporary environmental concerns, particularly climate change. Lorenz has received numerous prestigious awards and grants including: Working grant from Stiftung Kunstfonds Studio prize and grant from Karl Hofer Society Paris scholarship from French government Casa Baldi and catalog grants from Berlin Senate DAAD scholarships for research in England, Japan and China Artist grant from Cusanuswerk As an educator, Lorenz has significantly contributed to art pedagogy through publications including grund. Stellung/Übung (2021), featuring 64 contributions from artists in artistic education, and Vom Anfangen (2016) co-edited with Prof. Dr. Thomas Düllo. She heads the basic teaching program for fine arts students at UdK Berlin and has served as a visiting artist at institutions including the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Goethe-Institut in Tashkent. Lorenz's work frequently engages with public and semi-public spaces, creating installations that transform everyday environments while maintaining conceptual depth. Her projects often involve collaboration with communities and other artists, as demonstrated by her partnership with Tilman Wendland on Rebound Rotation / Rotation Rebound for the IG Metall Haus in Berlin.

Jonathan CzubaView profile

Associate Professor

• River and floodplain processes
• Sediment transport
• Ecohydraulics
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Jonathan Czuba is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Systems Engineering at Virginia Tech's College of Engineering. His research program integrates ecological engineering with fluvial geomorphology to address riverine ecosystem dynamics under anthropogenic and climatic pressures. Key Themes: Stream restoration, river network connectivity, ecohydraulics, and plastic pollution mitigation Methods: Coupling field measurements with computational models (HEC-RAS, Landlab) Collaborations: USGS, Indiana University, University of Minnesota Research Focus: Advances understanding of how sediment and nutrient fluxes interact with vegetation, aquatic biota, and human interventions across diverse river systems. Notable work includes quantifying floodplain connectivity, modeling post-wildfire sediment cascades, and developing tools for ecohydraulic assessments. Awards: 2023 UCOW Early Career Award 2023-2024 Engineering Teaching Excellence 2024 CALS Impactful Researcher of the Month Mentorship: Actively advises graduate/undergraduate researchers in Watershed Engineering, emphasizing fieldwork, modeling, and remote sensing. Collaborates with Kyle Strom (Civil Engineering) and Doug Edmonds (Indiana University).

• Moral Philosophy
• Political Philosophy
• Philosophy of Medicine
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Professor Thomas Schramme is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of Liverpool since 2016, with prior appointments at Hamburg, Swansea, and Mannheim Universities. His work bridges moral philosophy, political theory, and medical ethics. His research centers on three interconnected domains: Empathy Studies : Developing conceptual frameworks for affective empathy's role in moral development, including applications to narcissistic personality disorder and intergenerational ethics. Health Justice : Advancing sufficientarian theories of health equity through the 'health capital' framework (with Ben Davies), addressing social determinants of health and resource allocation. Paternalism : Exploring subtle forms of will-formation beyond coercion, including reactive attitudes like contempt in clinical and political contexts. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate growing focus on health capital theory, disease conceptualization, and empathy deficits in psychopathology, with significant contributions to bioethics journals and medical philosophy handbooks. As co-lead of the 'Arts, Well-Being and Mental Health' research theme within the Centre for Humanities and Social Sciences of Health, Medicine and Technology, he bridges theoretical philosophy with practical healthcare applications. His editorial leadership includes past editorship of Ethical Theory and Moral Practice and current board membership at Theoretical Medicine and Bioethics .

Thomas MavrakanasView profile

Associate Professor

• Chronic kidney disease
• Cardiovascular disease
• Anticoagulation
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Thomas Mavrakanas, MD, M.Sc. is an Associate Professor at the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University. He serves as a Scientist at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) , specifically within the Cardiovascular Health Across the Lifespan Program . His research focuses on cardiovascular disease in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD), emphasizing two key areas: cardiorenal interactions and anticoagulation in CKD. Academic affiliation: Associate Professor, McGill University Research focus: Cardiorenal syndromes, Anticoagulation, CKD Key techniques: Clinical trials, Pharmacokinetic studies, Observational research Mavrakanas has led multiple clinical trials, including CARe-MRI (NCT06182839) to assess canagliflozin's impact on cardiac structure in advanced CKD, and CAN-PD to evaluate its effects on peritoneal dialysis patients. His work aims to prevent myocardial infarction, stroke, and heart failure while slowing CKD progression. His research output spans systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and pharmacokinetic studies, with recent work addressing SGLT2 inhibitors, mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, and diuretic resistance in heart failure. Despite his prolific publication record, no explicit awards or student mentorship details are mentioned in the provided texts.

• Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Research
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Maria Sameiro Faria Brandão Soares Carvalho is an Associate Professor at the Department of Production and Systems of the School of Engineering, University of Minho, Portugal. She serves as a Senior Researcher with PhD at the Centro ALGORITMI and was Associate Director of the ALGORITMI Research Centre from 2018 to 2024. She is an active member of both the Industrial and Engineering (IEM) R&D Group and the SLOTS (Supply chain, Logistics and Transportation Systems) R&D Lab. Educational Background: Graduated in Computer and Systems Engineering at the University of Minho, Portugal MSc degree in Transportation Planning and Engineering PhD degree in Transportation Planning from the University of Leeds, UK Dr. Carvalho's primary research interests focus on Logistics and Supply Chain Management, with specific emphasis on techniques and applications of Operations Research in transportation, logistics, and supply chain contexts. Her work spans theoretical frameworks, empirical studies, and practical applications across various industries including automotive, construction, healthcare, and manufacturing. She has developed decision support systems for supply chain optimization, risk management, and transportation planning, with particular attention to the impacts of globalization and pandemic disruptions on supply chain performance. Her publication record shows a consistent research trajectory with 105 publications spanning from 2007 to 2025. Her recent work demonstrates an evolution from traditional operations research methods toward integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches. Key research themes include supply chain quality management 4.0, explainable AI for business decision-making, service-oriented supply chains, risk propagation in global networks, and sustainable logistics solutions. Her publications appear in high-impact journals across operations research, supply chain management, and transportation fields. Scientific Contributions: h-index of 16 81 publications (according to profile, though the list shows 105) 23 publications in Q1/Q2 journals 1157 total citations Dr. Carvalho has supervised a large number of MSc dissertations and doctoral theses throughout her career, demonstrating her commitment to mentoring the next generation of researchers. She has served on the Director Board of the Doctoral Program in Industrial and Systems Engineering and contributed to the AESI (Advanced Engineering Systems for Industry) PhD program. Her professional service includes reviewing more than twenty papers for scientific journals and conference proceedings, reflecting her active engagement with the academic community. Her research is conducted within the ALGORITMI Research Centre, where she leads the SLoTS R&D Lab focused on Supply chain, Logistics and Transportation Systems. This lab serves as a hub for interdisciplinary research that bridges theoretical operations research with practical industry applications, particularly in the automotive, construction, and healthcare sectors.