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Maria João AlvarezView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Education
• Human Sexuality
• Gender Studies
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Maria João Alvarez is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Psychology, University of Lisbon. She teaches courses in Human Sexuality, Health Education, and Educational Psychology, including modules like Introduction to Human Sexuality and Sexual Risk Behaviors (HIV, Condom Use) . Her research focuses on health education (e.g., healthy eating, sleep behavior, oral health), sexual risk behaviors (HIV prevention, sex education), and gender studies (sexual double standards, gender violence campaigns). Notable projects include CRUSh (Casual Relationship Upshots for Sexual Protection, 2018-2022), funded by FCT (PTDC/PSI-GER/28530/2017), and analysis of gender violence prevention campaigns (2000-2025) as a team member under CNPq (407745/2023-8). Her recent work explores casual sexual relationships, gender norms, and health behavior interventions in emerging adults. She contributes to the Interuniversity PhD Program in Psychology as a seminar leader. Her publications span journals like Current Psychology , Journal of Sleep Research , and Appetite , emphasizing sexual health, behavioral interventions, and health promotion strategies. She applies theoretical frameworks such as the Health Action Process Approach and behavior-change theories in practical contexts.

Alexa LammView profile

Professor

• Science Communication
• Agricultural Education
• Environmental Issues
• +4 more

Dr. Alexa Lamm is a Professor in the Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication department at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. Her work focuses on science communication, environmental issues, community development, and agricultural extension services. PhD in Agricultural Education and Communication , University of Florida (2011) Masters in Extension Education , Colorado State University (2000) Bachelor's in Equine Sciences , Colorado State University (1999) Research interests span science communication, social media analysis, community development through extension programs, environmental sustainability, and systems thinking in agricultural education. Current projects examine topics like: Public perception of agricultural technologies Environmental communication strategies Graduate student recruitment dynamics Combating agricultural misinformation Climate change adaptation in community gardens Integration of indigenous and scientific knowledge Scientific awards include: 2021 ACE Distinguished Poster Award Mentoring award for Dennis Baffour-Awuah's 2025 Western Region AAAE competition success Advising and collaborations: Mentored over 15 graduate researchers Collaborates with UC Davis CLEAR Center, AgNext, and international institutions Secured grants from USDA and CDC

Xenakis ChristosView profile

Professor

• Systems Security
• Network Security
• IoT Security
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Prof. Christos Xenakis is a Professor at the Department of Digital Systems within the University of Piraeus , where he has served since 2007. He holds a Ph.D. in Informatics (2004) and M.Sc. in Informatics and Telecommunications (1996) from the University of Athens , following his undergraduate studies in Informatics (1993). As a key member of the Systems Security Laboratory , he directs the postgraduate program Security of Digital Systems and leads numerous high-impact projects, including CUREX , SealedGRID , INCOGNITO , and SECONDO (all funded by the European Commission under H2020), while also coordinating the ReCRED program and managing the UINFC2 project for DGHOME/ISEC. Active participant in over 30 European and national research programs Leader of the Greek National Cyber Security Team and member of the European Cybersecurity Challenge Steering Committee Editorial board member for journals: Computers & Security , Computer Communications , and IET Information Security His research spans systems, networks, and application security , with a focus on IoT security , blockchain applications , smart grid security , and trust management . His work includes over 90 publications and leadership in projects addressing cyber-insurance , edge computing , and 6G security . Recent publications highlight trends in federated architectures , adversarial machine learning , and decentralized identity management .

• Software Development
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Blockchain
• +7 more

Joanna F. Defranco is an Associate Professor of Engineering at the Engineering Division (Great Valley) of Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on software development, internet of things (IoT), blockchain, and artificial intelligence, with a particular emphasis on quality assurance, security, and practical implementations in engineering and healthcare. Research Interests Defranco's work addresses critical challenges in IoT security, digital twins for manufacturing, and AI-driven software quality analysis. She explores secure data sharing frameworks, blockchain applications in healthcare, and the evolution of low-code/no-code platforms. Her recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to telemedicine, smart agriculture, and urban infrastructure. Publication Trends Her 2023-2025 publications show increasing focus on IoT integration with AI, secure healthcare data systems, and the societal implications of emerging technologies. Key themes include digital twin adoption in SMEs, generative AI's impact on software development, and cybersecurity resilience. Collaborations She collaborates with institutions like IEEE and researchers such as Paul Laplante, Joseph Voas, and Thrasyvoulos Speicher. Her work bridges engineering education with real-world applications in manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare.

Vivian P. ShibayamaView profile

Medical Educator

• Contact Lenses
• Irregular Corneas
• Keratoconus
• +3 more

Dr. Vivian P. Shibayama (OD, FAAO, FSLS) is a clinical optometry specialist at the UCLA Stein Eye Institute , focusing on advanced contact lens fitting for complex ocular conditions. She holds an OD from Salus University (2011) and completed a fellowship in specialty contact lenses at Stein Eye Institute. Education: OD, Salus University (2011) Postdoctoral Training: Specialty Contact Lens Fellowship, Stein Eye Institute Her clinical expertise spans Contact Lenses , Irregular Corneas , and Corneal Surface Disease , with particular emphasis on Keratoconus , Scleral Lenses , and Pediatric Contact Lenses . She pioneered the use of Eyeprint Pro fluid-filled scleral lenses for precision fitting. Research trends across 15 articles focus on contact lens innovation (rigid, soft, hybrid, prosthetic, scleral), ocular surface disease management, and pediatric optometry challenges. Publications span 2014-2020 in journals like Review of Cornea and Contact Lens and Canadian Journal of Optometry . Dr. Shibayama's work combines clinical practice, patient education, and medical device innovation. She serves at UCLA Stein Eye Institute, affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and accepts multiple insurance providers while focusing on custom contact lens solutions.

Moon-Ghu ParkView profile

Professor

• Neutron Detection
• Nuclear Instrumentation & Control
• Charged Particle Transport
• +5 more

Professor Moon-Ghu Park is affiliated with Sejong University's Department of Quantum and Nuclear Engineering. With 30+ years of experience in nuclear R&D, he has held key roles at Korea Electric Power Research Institute (KEPRI) and Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power's Central Research Institute before transitioning to academia in 2013. Ph.D. in Nuclear & Quantum Engineering (KAIST, 1993) M.S. in Nuclear Engineering (KAIST, 1986) B.S. in Nuclear Engineering (Hanyang University, 1984) His research spans neutron detection, nuclear reactor protection systems, and small modular reactor design, with recent focus on nuclear big data analytics and AI applications. His lab develops advanced signal processing techniques for reactor monitoring and safety analysis. 2020-2025 publications demonstrate his work on machine learning for nuclear safety, compressive sensing for detector signal reconstruction, and Monte Carlo simulations for spent fuel analysis. Research keywords include: Nuclear Engineering, Machine Learning, Reactor Physics, Signal Processing, Big Data, and Reactor Safety. ABI American Medal of Honor (2006) Korea Electric Power Corporation R&D Award (2009) Engineer of the Month (2008) Science and Technology Minister Award (2000) Contact: mgpark@sejong.ac.kr | Office: Da 211A | Research lab: Nuclear Instruments and Informatics Lab

Marianthi Papalexandri-AlexandriView profile

Associate Professor

• Composition
• Sound Art
• Visual Arts
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Marianthi Papalexandri-Alexandri is an Associate Professor of Music Composition and Sound Art at Cornell University , where she joined in 2016. Her work explores the intersection of composition , sound art , and kinetic sculpture , creating instruments that require collaborative performance. Academic Affiliation: Cornell University Department of Music Research Focus: Acoustic Instrument Innovation, Kinetic Sound Art Collaborations: Longtime partnership with kinetic artist Pe Lang International Exhibitions: Kunstmuseum Basel, Venice Biennale of Architecture, Tokyo Art Fair Her awards include the Aurelie Nemours Award (first composer/sound artist to receive it), Dan David Prize , and IMPULS Composition Award . She has received grants from ProHelvetia, Ernst Von Siemens Foundation, and Swedish Arts Council. Scientific contributions include 15 recent works like Modular | n°2 (2017) with motor-activated membranes, and Speaking of Membranes (2014) exploring friction dynamics. These works span subfields: kinetic sound sculpture, unconventional instrument design, and acoustic spatialization. Scientific Recognition Aurelie Nemours Award Werkbeiträge des Kantons Zürich Dan David Prize IMPULS Composition Award Berlin Senate Grants Cornell Biennial Award Her research challenges traditional performer-instrument relationships, with commissions from Klangforum Wien , Ensemble Mosaik , and Neue Vocalsolisten . She creates immersive sound environments using self-constructed devices that emphasize material behavior over digital processing.

• Cybersecurity
• Critical Infrastructure Security
• 5G Security
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Olav Lysne serves as a Professor and Simula Fellow within the Simula Cyber Security Department at Simula Research Laboratory, an independent Norwegian ICT research institute. His work centers on the security of critical digital infrastructure, with active engagement in national cybersecurity policy formulation and public discourse through government briefings, academic collaborations, and media contributions. Professor Lysne's research spans cybersecurity, critical infrastructure protection, 5G security, cyber warfare, and AI regulation. He investigates resilience mechanisms for digital communication systems, geopolitical dimensions of telecommunications, and regulatory frameworks governing emerging technologies. His focus includes pandemic-era digital contact tracing efficacy and military-cybersecurity intersections, emphasizing practical implementation of security principles in national infrastructure. Analysis of his 2021-2024 publications reveals consistent emphasis on national cybersecurity strategy development, 5G geopolitical tensions, and AI's societal impacts. Key trends include translating technical security requirements into policy frameworks, assessing wartime cyber operations, and addressing regulatory complexity in critical infrastructure protection across telecommunications and defense sectors. Professor Lysne has supervised PhD candidate J. M. Evang, whose 2024 Oslo Metropolitan University thesis examined resilient networks for critical services. His advisory extends to government agencies including Norway's National Security Authority and Ministry of Justice, where he provides expertise on digital risk management and cyber warfare preparedness. As a core member of Simula Cyber Security, Lysne contributes to research teams focused on securing national digital infrastructure through collaborations with Norwegian government entities, defense organizations, and international academic partners.

Habiba FarrukhView profile

Assistant Professor

• Security & Privacy
• Mobile Computing
• Internet of Things Security
• +3 more

Habiba Farrukh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Irvine , where she directs the Security and Privacy of Emerging Computing Technology (SPECT) Lab . Her research focuses on security & privacy and mobile computing , using system design, machine learning, and human-centered approaches to address threats in emerging computing platforms. Ph.D. in Computer Science from Purdue University (advisor: Dr. Z. Berkay Celik) Research Trends : Her recent work spans XR security (UI attacks, eye gaze privacy), mobile/IoT security (magnetometer side-channels, secure group pairing), online abuse (toxic content against refugees), and wearable privacy . Publications appear at top venues like USENIX Security , IEEE S&P , and ACM CCS . Scientific Awards : Best Poster Runner-Up Award at MobiSys 2025 Outstanding Reviewer Award at VehicleSec 2024 Bilsland Dissertation Fellowship 2021-2022 Teaching : CS190: Introduction to Security & Privacy (Spring 2025) CS204: Usable Security and Privacy (Fall 204) CS295: Security and Privacy of Emerging Computing Platforms (Spring 2024)

Silvia Lizeth Tapia TarifaView profile

Associate Professor

• Formal methods
• Distributed systems
• Parallel computing
• +7 more

Silvia Lizeth Tapia Tarifa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of Oslo, specializing in formal methods for parallel and distributed systems. She serves as one of the principal investigators for the NFR SJM (Smart Journey Mining) project, which runs until 2026, and actively participates in Digital Twins research with a focus on GDPR-compliant data management. Her academic affiliations include the Reliable Systems research group and the Analytical Systems and Reasoning (ASR) group at the Department of Informatics. Professor Tapia Tarifa's research spans formal methods, concurrency theory, and distributed systems with particular emphasis on self-adaptive systems, semantics of concurrent languages, compositional reasoning about distributed system behavior, and formal modeling of resource usage. Her work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in digital twins, GDPR compliance, and resource management in distributed environments. She has made significant contributions to the ABS language framework and active object models for parallel and distributed computing. Her publication record shows a consistent focus on formal verification techniques applied to emerging challenges in distributed computing. Recent work demonstrates increasing attention to digital twins technology, user journey modeling, and privacy-preserving systems. The research trajectory reveals evolution from foundational work on concurrent language semantics toward applied research in self-adaptive systems and GDPR-compliant architectures, while maintaining strong theoretical underpinnings in formal methods. Young Research Talent grant from Research Council of Norway (2017), the only computer science grant in that call Fellow at United Nations University, International Institute for Software Technology (2007) Active participation in formal methods community as general chair, PC chair, and committee member Professor Tapia Tarifa has supervised PhD and master's students while teaching graduate-level courses. She has led significant research initiatives including the Analysis and Complex System Research Program at SIRIUS Center (ended 2023) and the EU MSCA-ITN REMARO project on Reliable AI for Marine Robotics (ended 2024). Her current research portfolio includes multiple active grants focused on digital twins, user journey analysis, and privacy-preserving distributed systems. She collaborates extensively with researchers across Europe through various EU-funded projects including FP7 ENVISAGE, FP7 FET UpScale, and FP7 FET HATS. Her research activities are centered around the ABS language framework and its applications to distributed systems verification. She maintains active collaborations through the SIRIUS Center and participates in the international formal methods community through conference organization and program committees.

• Herbology
• Weed Science
• Precision Agriculture
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Prof. Dr. Roland Gerhards is a full Professor at the University of Hohenheim , where he leads the Herbology group within the Institute of Phytomedicine . He is also an active member of the interdisciplinary initiative Hohenheim Tropen . His research centres on herbology and weed science , with a strong emphasis on precision agriculture , real-time weed detection using advanced computer-vision techniques, and sustainable mechanical weed control . Current efforts integrate deep-learning object detectors such as YOLO and transformer architectures into field-ready systems and investigate soil-physical interactions under precision hoeing in ridge-tillage maize production. Recent publications (2025) highlight a clear trend towards digital farming solutions that combine machine learning , robotics , and field agronomy to reduce herbicide dependency and enhance crop productivity. Prof. Gerhards teaches several courses including the Colloquium on Herbology , a lecture with excursions on Methods of Weed Control , and contributes to the Ph.D. Seminar Phytomedicine .

Amy ThrockmortonView profile

Professor

• Biofluid Mechanics
• Medical Device Development
• Artificial Organs
• +3 more

Amy Throckmorton is a Professor at the School of Biomedical Engineering, Science and Health Systems at Drexel University. She leads an interdisciplinary research program focused on therapeutic device innovation for pediatric heart failure, combining engineering and clinical practice. Her work has received federal and industry funding, and she held a Visiting Professorship in the Department of Cardiac Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Education Fellow, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Indiana University (2007) PhD, Biomedical Engineering, University of Virginia (2006) MS, Biomedical Engineering, University of Virginia (2002) Emergency Medical Technician (2000) BS, Chemical Engineering, University of Virginia (1998) Her research interests include biofluid mechanics , computational cardiovascular modeling , and medical device development for pediatric patients. She specializes in fluid-structure interaction studies, patient-specific anatomical modeling, and quantifying blood trauma in artificial devices. Her work also addresses human factors engineering and pediatric circulatory support . The 15 most recent articles highlight a focus on pediatric total artificial heart (TAH) design , hybrid blood pump innovation , and computational modeling of congenital heart conditions . These publications emphasize bench-to-bedside translation , hydrodynamic optimization , and device integration with clinical needs . Scientific Awards 2020 Lindback Teaching Award ELATES Program Fellow Dr. Throckmorton’s research is supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health , National Science Foundation , American Heart Association , and industry partners like Medtronic . She serves as Associate Editor for journals including IEEE Transactions on Biomedical Engineering and Artificial Organs . Her lab, the BioCirc Research Lab , develops life-saving technologies such as dual-pump systems, hydrogel-based shunts, and magnetically levitated blood pumps. These projects address critical gaps in pediatric cardiovascular care, including Fontan circulation support and dysfunctional single ventricle physiology .

• Civil Law
• Contract Law
• Consumer Law
• +5 more

Karin Sein is a Professor of Civil Law at the University of Tartu, School of Law, where she has served since 2016. She also holds the position of Acting Head of the Private Law Department. Previously, she served as Associate Professor of Civil Law at the Institute of Private Law from 2009 to 2015, and has held various leadership roles including Deputy Head of the Institute of Private Law since 2011. Professor Sein earned her doctoral degree (dr iuris) from the University of Tartu in 2007, with her dissertation titled 'Foreseeability and the Purpose of the Obligation Theory as Grounds for Limitation of Damages in Contractual Relationships' supervised by Paul Varul. She completed her Master of Laws (LLM) at the University of Freiburg, Germany in 1999, and received her Bachelor of Arts in Law from the University of Tartu in 1997. Her research focuses on civil law with particular expertise in contract law, consumer protection, digital law, and data protection. Professor Sein has chaired the Contract Law Working Group of the Council of Europe during Estonia's EU Presidency in 2017, where the group handled drafts of directives on digital content and consumer sales contracts. Her work bridges traditional civil law concepts with contemporary challenges in digital markets and consumer protection. Professor Sein's recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on consumer credit regulation, debt collection practices, data protection in digital services, and the intersection of traditional civil law with emerging technologies. Her scholarship shows consistent engagement with European regulatory frameworks while maintaining a strong national perspective on Estonian law implementation. The Prize of Büchner Foundation, Germany, 1999 Professor Sein serves on multiple editorial boards including the European Review of Contract Law (since 2023), Journal of Intellectual Property, Information Technology and E-Commerce Law (since 2017), and Juridica (since 2013). She is a member of the European Law Institute (since 2012) and represents Estonia in UNIDROIT (since 2010). Her administrative roles include serving as Deputy Head of the Institute of Private Law and coordinating private law research at the University of Tartu.

Jörg PohleView profile

Researcher

• Informatics and Law
• Informatics and Sociology
• Data Protection
• +6 more

Dr. Jörg Pohle is a PostDoc researcher at the Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society (HIIG) where he heads the research programme 'Data, actors, infrastructures: The governance of data-driven innovation and cyber security' and the 'Global Privacy Governance' project. His interdisciplinary work bridges Informatics, Law, and Sociology, focusing on data protection theory and practice, privacy governance, and the societal implications of digital technologies. Pohle completed his doctorate at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin with a dissertation on the history and theory of data protection and its implications for ICT system design. His academic background spans Law, Political Science, and Computer Science, with early work examining security of voting computers and related security discourse. His research interests include the intersections of Informatics and Law, Informatics and Sociology, modellification processes, and data protection by design. He has developed critical frameworks like 'Welt → Modell → Technik → Welt' for analyzing how power structures become embedded in sociotechnical systems. His work often takes historical perspectives on data protection debates while addressing contemporary challenges in technology governance. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on translating data protection principles into practical applications, particularly in healthcare contexts like nursing care and pandemic response. His research increasingly addresses AI governance challenges, examining large language models' impact on scientific practices and developing legal design patterns for law-technology translation. He advocates for freedom-preserving approaches to digital governance and information separation of powers in digital environments. Pohle serves as a board member of the Working Group on Digitalization as a Challenge for Sociological Theory within the German Sociological Society. He has contributed to significant research projects including 'Strengthening Digital Skills through Micro-Credentials,' 'DUCAH @ HIIG,' and 'Making Repositories and AI Systems Usable in Everyday Nursing Care.' He is a prolific organizer of the annual Interdisciplinary Workshop on Privacy, Data Protection & Surveillance and regularly contributes to policy discussions through media appearances in Handelsblatt, Leipziger Volkszeitung, and specialized podcasts examining the intersection of IT and law.

Hendrik SendView profile

Professor

• Innovation Management
• Open Innovation
• User Innovation
• +5 more

Hendrik Send is Professor at HTW Berlin University of Applied Sciences and Project Leader for the 'Internet-enabled Innovation' research area at the Humboldt Institute for Internet and Society (HIIG). His work bridges academic research with practical applications in digital innovation, focusing on user-driven and community-based approaches across energy, AI, and organizational contexts. His educational background includes Physics studies, a Diploma in Electronic Business from UdK Berlin, and a PhD from Universität St. Gallen investigating Innovation-Communities and idea generation. Send's research centers on Innovation Management and Open Innovation , with rapidly growing expertise in AI's organizational impact . Current projects examine generative AI in workplaces, people analytics, and smart energy systems, emphasizing employee empowerment amid surveillance concerns. His work uniquely connects co-determination frameworks with digital transformation, addressing tensions between autonomy and algorithmic control in German labor contexts through empirical studies of knowledge workers. Analysis of his 2021-2025 publications reveals a decisive pivot toward AI-human collaboration in knowledge work, featuring generative AI case studies and people analytics implementations. Earlier research (2017-2019) established foundations in open business models and energy user innovation, showing consistent methodology in community-driven design. His interdisciplinary approach spans computer science, labor economics, and innovation theory with strong empirical grounding in German organizations. No scientific awards were documented in source materials. Send secures major third-party funding including DFG's Open! project on collaborative design (with TU Berlin/Grenoble), innogy Foundation's Smart Energy User Innovation , and current generative AI initiatives. While student advisees aren't explicitly listed, his 15+ collaborative publications since 2021 indicate active mentorship. He frequently partners with Georg von Richthofen and Sonja Köhne on labor-AI intersections. As core member of HIIG's Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Society group, he co-organizes workshops like the 'KI in der Arbeitswelt' series with IG Metall and Spreehub, directly engaging labor representatives in shaping AI governance frameworks through initiatives like the 'Mitbestimmtes People Analytics' project.