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Christine Crudo BlackburnView profile

Assistant Professor

• Rural Health
• Health Access and Quality
• Border Health
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Christine Crudo Blackburn, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University's School of Public Health, Department of Health Policy and Management. Her work intersects public health, emergency management, and border security, with a focus on rural and underserved populations. PhD in Interdisciplinary Doctoral Program (2015), Washington State University MA in Political Science, Global Justice and Security Studies (2009) BA in Political Science, Global Politics (2008) Blackburn's research explores health access disparities, public health emergency preparedness, and migration-related health security challenges. She employs qualitative methods to address border health issues, pandemic response, and structural inequities in care delivery. Recent publications highlight trends in US-Mexico border health, Medicaid payment models, and the interplay between migration, disasters, and health system resilience. Her work often integrates case studies from Texas and global contexts like Kenya and Costa Rica. Her contact information includes email ccblackburn@tamu.edu and phone (979) 862-3469. She is based in College Station, TX.

Cory L. CobbView profile

Assistant Professor

• Prevention Science
• Mental and Behavioral Health of Hispanic Populations
• Digital Mental Health
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Dr. Cory L. Cobb is an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University and a licensed psychologist in Texas. A prevention scientist trained in clinical psychology, he directs a community-centered research program focused on reducing mental-health disparities among Latino populations through culturally sensitive, technology-enabled interventions. Education Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Prevention Science – University of Texas at Austin, 2021 Ph.D., Counseling Psychology – University of Central Arkansas, 2019 M.S., Mental Health Counseling – University of Central Arkansas, 2016 B.A., Psychology – University of Central Arkansas, 2014 A.A., General Education – Pulaski Technical College, 2012 Research Focus Dr. Cobb’s scholarship integrates prevention science and clinical psychology to examine sociocultural determinants of mental and behavioral health in Latino communities. His multi-level investigations span individual, family, and community factors, with a strong emphasis on digital mental-health technologies for scaling evidence-based interventions. He is particularly interested in resilience mechanisms that can be leveraged to offset discrimination, acculturative stress, and limited access to services among underserved Latinos. Scientific Recognition NIMH R34 Grant: “Latino Youth and Family Study-III” APS Rising Star Award – 2025 APA Samuel M. Turner Early Career Award for Distinguished Contributions to Diversity in Clinical Psychology National APA Convention Research Award – 2015 Associate Editor, American Journal of Health Behavior (2023–present) Associate Editor, International Journal of Intercultural Relations (2022–present) Associate Fellow, Texas A&M Telehealth Institute Mentorship & Service Committed to lifelong mentorship, Dr. Cobb trains undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral scholars in research design, data analysis, and career development. He fosters inclusive mentoring environments that emphasize publication writing, professional networking, and dissemination of culturally informed science.

Michele CookeView profile

Associate Professor

• Active Faulting in Southern California
• Mechanical Modeling of Fault Systems
• Subduction Zone Hazards
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Michele Cooke is an Associate Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst , affiliated with the School of Earth and Sustainability. Her research focuses on mechanical modeling of fault systems, particularly in Southern California, and she leads initiatives for disability equity in geosciences. Contact: cooke@umass.edu | (413) 577-3142 | Morrill 3 230, 611 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA Research Interests: Active faulting and work minimization in fault evolution Integration of analog experiments (sandbox/claybox) with numerical models Disability equity in geosciences (e.g., The Mind Hears mentoring forum) Subduction zone hazards and energy budgets Earthquake early warning accessibility for deaf communities Education: Ph.D., Stanford University

Dana RowangouldView profile

Assistant Professor

• Transportation equity and justice
• rural travel behavior
• accessibility measurement
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Dana Rowangould serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Vermont's College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. Her interdisciplinary work bridges engineering, economics, and social sciences to address transportation system challenges, with particular focus on improving mobility for constrained-travel populations. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Ecology (Environmental Policy emphasis) from University of California, Davis M.S. in Agricultural and Resource Economics from University of California, Davis B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Rice University Dr. Rowangould's research centers on transportation equity and justice , rural travel behavior , and accessibility measurement , with significant contributions to understanding rural mobility constraints, transit recovery post-pandemic, and policy impacts on vulnerable populations. Her methodology integrates spatial analysis, behavioral studies, and policy evaluation to develop equitable transportation solutions. Recent publications reveal a pronounced focus on rural transportation challenges, including travel burdens among migrant communities, wildfire evacuation safety, and electric vehicle adoption barriers. Her work increasingly addresses contemporary policy shifts through the lens of transportation justice, examining how anti-DEI movements impact mobility access while developing practical tools for accessibility measurement. As founder of Sustainable Systems Research, she has partnered with community organizations on transportation health impact assessments. Her teaching at the University of Washington included Health and Sustainable Transportation and Transportation Economics courses. Current affiliations include the Transportation Research Center where she contributes to Vermont Transportation Energy Profile initiatives and pedestrian safety evaluations in rural contexts.

Brian M. KleinerView profile

Professor

• Human Factors Engineering and Ergonomics
• Macroergonomics
• Construction Safety
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Brian M. Kleiner is a Professor in the Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Virginia Tech and serves as Director of the Myers-Lawson School of Construction, a joint venture between the Colleges of Engineering and Architecture and Urban Studies. He holds the Ralph H. Bogle Professorship and has been recognized with numerous awards for teaching, research, and leadership. Dr. Kleiner’s education includes a Ph.D. (1990), M.S.I.E. (1983), and B.A. (1981) from the State University of New York at Buffalo. His professional history spans over 30 years at Virginia Tech, where he has led initiatives in macroergonomics, construction safety, and socio-technical systems. His research focuses on human factors engineering, macroergonomics, and work system design, with emphasis on construction safety, healthcare systems, and organizational resilience. He directs the Macroergonomics and Group Decision Systems Laboratory and co-founded the Center for Innovation in Construction Safety and Health Research. Notable achievements include pioneering studies on safety climate in construction supply chains, electrical hazard prevention, and human-centered smart housing design. His work has been supported by federal grants and industry partnerships, addressing critical challenges in occupational safety and health. Awards highlight his contributions to teaching, including multiple Paul E. Torgersen Awards, and leadership, such as the Distinguished Professor Award from the Construction Industry Institute. He actively serves on national advisory boards, including the National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA) and the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society.

Judith AndersenView profile

Associate Professor

• Stress Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Police Training
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Judith Andersen is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga, specializing in health psychology with a focus on the psychophysiology of stress and its impact on mental and physical health in high-stress occupations. Her research emphasizes evidence-based training programs for police and special forces, resilience development for first responders, and mental health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities. She holds a PhD from the University of California, Irvine. Her work includes designing stress-regulation interventions to enhance police decision-making during critical incidents and developing competency frameworks for incident commanders. Recent projects involve applying biofeedback technology (e.g., HRV monitoring) to improve officer performance and wellness. She collaborates internationally with law enforcement agencies in Canada, the U.S., and Europe. Key research domains include: Psychophysiological stress responses and their modulation Resilience training for first responders Mental health disparities in marginalized groups Evidence-based policing strategies Her publications from 2024–2025 explore topics like stress physiology in policing, competency development for crisis leaders, and the role of social support in reducing LGBTQ+ mental health disparities. Ongoing projects focus on reducing racial bias in policing and optimizing training through big data analytics. While no formal advisees are listed, her research teams engage in translational studies impacting policy and practice. She advocates for applied psychological research to bridge academic and real-world challenges in public safety and health.

• Climate Science
• Agricultural Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
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Rabin Bhattarai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on understanding climate change impacts on agricultural systems, water quality management, and extreme weather event analysis. He has collaborated on projects involving crop yield optimization, nitrate loss reduction, and the development of novel biochar-based nutrient capture systems. His work integrates modeling tools such as SWAT and DRAINMOD to assess subsurface drainage systems and their environmental impacts. Key contributions include a globally recognized water quality database for lakes and studies on extreme precipitation regimes in Illinois. Bhattarai's publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining hydrology, climate science, and engineering to address agricultural sustainability challenges. Recent research highlights include analyzing socially vulnerable communities' exposure to compound extreme heat and precipitation events in the Upper Midwest and evaluating probabilistic approaches for extreme weather prediction. His datasets, such as the Framework of Simulating Structural Sediment Perimeter Barriers, demonstrate commitment to practical applications in erosion control and environmental engineering. Research Strengths: Climate-Driven Agricultural Systems, Hydrological Modeling, Sustainable Nutrient Management Notable Projects: Cover Crop Decision Support Tool, DIRECT4AG Project Series

• Hydraulic Engineering
• Coastal Morphology
• Flood Risk Management
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Prof. Suzanne J.M.H. Hulscher is a Full Professor in Water Systems at the University of Twente, specializing in fluvial and coastal morphodynamics. Her research focuses on flood risk management, sediment dynamics, and climate adaptation. She has contributed to over 845 publications and supervised 55 research projects, including Vera van Bergeijk's PhD work on overtopping flows. Key achievements include the Simon Stevin Meester award (2016) and multiple best paper awards. Her work addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals through studies on saltwater intrusion, dike breach modeling, and nature-based solutions. Research highlights include hydraulic model calibration, estuarine sand wave dynamics, and vegetation effects on hydrodynamics. She actively contributes to editorial roles (CivilEng Journal) and policy advisory bodies (Wetenschappelijke Raad). Her interdisciplinary efforts bridge engineering, ecology, and climate science. Research areas: Coastal morphology, river dynamics, environmental hydraulics Key collaborations: 4TU.Centre for Research Data, IAHR, Netherlands Academy of Engineering Grants: Not explicitly listed, but extensive publications imply significant funding Her lab focuses on combining field data with numerical modeling for real-world applications like flood dashboard development and machine learning-based prediction systems. Current projects explore climate change impacts on engineered estuaries and distributive justice in climate policy.

Sharon P. KaneView profile

Assistant Professor

• Economic Impact Analysis
• Community Development
• Applied Economics
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Sharon P. Kane is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Financial Planning, Housing and Consumer Economics at the University of Georgia . As an applied economist, her work focuses on economic impact analysis , community development , and econometric analysis . She teaches courses such as FHCE 2100E Introduction to Consumer Economics and FHCE 3100 Consumer Decision Making , emphasizing the family as a producing and consuming unit and exploring systematic departures from rational decision-making. Education: PhD in Agricultural and Applied Economics from University of Georgia MS in Economics from University of Kentucky BS in Economics from University of Tennessee Chattanooga Research Interests span applied economics, economic impact assessment, and community development. Her work bridges agribusiness , consumer economics , and policy analysis , with a focus on econometric modeling and statistical tools. Recent articles analyze Georgia's agricultural industry, pandemic effects on farming, and transportation economics. Scientific Awards: None listed. Advising: No student names provided. She has over a decade of experience in the mortgage banking industry and worked as an economist for a Fortune 500 corporation.

• Biostatistics
• Public Health
• Epidemiology
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Dr. Shuvo Bakar is a Senior Lecturer in the Sydney School of Public Health at the University of Sydney, within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. He holds a PhD in Statistics from the University of Southampton, UK, and has prior experience as an Assistant Professor at Yale University, Lecturer at the Australian National University, and Scientist at Data61 (CSIRO). His research focuses on statistical methods applied to public health challenges, including Bayesian hierarchical modeling, machine learning, spatio-temporal analysis, and their applications in epidemiology, clinical trials, and environmental health. Dr. Bakar's research interests span statistical methodologies such as Bayesian adaptive designs, small area estimation, and spatial risk modeling, alongside applications in child health, infectious diseases, and extreme weather impacts on health. He is an active member of academic communities, including the Royal Statistical Society (RSS Fellow), Statistical Society of Australia, and the Australian Trials Methodology Research Network. His work also involves collaborations on grants totaling millions in funding, addressing topics like climate change impacts on health inequity and cardiovascular disease prevention in remote regions. Education: PhD in Statistics (University of Southampton, UK) Key Research Themes: Obesity, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease; Reproductive, Maternal & Child Health Grants/Projects: Includes NHMRC-funded trials on respiratory infections in First Nations children and MRFF grants for cardiovascular risk reduction in regional Australia. Dr. Bakar's contributions extend to editorial roles for Nature Scientific Reports and Discover Public Health , and his research has been published in journals like PloS One , Climatic Change , and Journal of the Royal Statistical Society .

Milad MirbabaieView profile

Professor

• AI-based Systems in Organizations
• Human-AI Collaboration
• Ethics & AI
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Prof. Dr. Milad Mirbabaie is a University Professor and Chair of Business Informatics (AI Engineering in Companies) at Otto-Friedrich University of Bamberg since December 2023. His academic journey includes roles at the University of Münster (PhD, summa cum laude 2018), University of Duisburg-Essen (postdoc), University of Bremen (visiting professor), and Paderborn University (junior professor). He focuses on AI systems in organizations, human-AI collaboration ethics, future of work dynamics, and digital nomadism. His research integrates insights from business informatics, psychology, and sociology. Education: Bachelor's/Master's: University of Hamburg PhD: University of Münster (2018) Research Highlights: Explores AI ethics, digital workplace transformation, crisis management via social media, and hybrid intelligence applications. Current projects include PREVENT, CYLENCE, and INNO4S initiatives. Collaborates closely with industry and NGOs to bridge academic-practice gaps. Teaching: Offers courses like AI Engineering in Business, Digital Transformation, and Hybrid Intelligence. Emphasizes application-oriented learning through practical projects and seminars. Key Themes in Publications: 2020s work focuses on digital detox frameworks, metaverse workplace dynamics, and identity challenges in AI adoption. Recent 2025 papers address corporate nomadism and distraction management in virtual environments. Affiliations: Active in leading conferences (ICIS/ECIS) and journals (JMIS/JAIS). ResearchGate/ORCID profiles highlight over 100 publications. Engages with industry through collaborative projects and advisory roles.

Donovan FuquaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Research
• Artificial Intelligence in Logistics
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Donovan Fuqua is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Accounting and Information Systems at New Mexico State University's College of Business. He specializes in supply chain management, operations research, and the application of artificial intelligence in logistics. His research focuses on optimizing supply chain resilience, disaster recovery models, and the use of advanced algorithms in solving complex logistical challenges. He holds a physical office at the Business Complex, 127, and can be reached at dfuqua@nmsu.edu. Address: Business Complex, 127 • Las Cruces, NM 88003 Phone: (575) 646-2812 His research interests span supply chain resilience , optimization algorithms , and neural networks in logistics . He has published extensively on topics such as commodity demand forecasting, state-of-charge prediction in vehicle batteries, and chaos theory applications in military decision-making. Recent work analyzes the Bank of North Dakota's financial strategies and explores resilience models for global disruptions. His articles often bridge theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, such as using deep learning for humanitarian logistics planning. Dr. Fuqua has not been noted for scientific awards in the provided texts. His advising and grant activities are not detailed here, but his research portfolio reflects a strong focus on interdisciplinary solutions for complex logistical systems.

• Urban Sustainability
• Climate Action
• Urban Resilience
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Professor Joao Porto de Albuquerque is a Professor in Urban Analytics at the University of Glasgow's School of Social and Political Sciences, serving as Deputy Director of the Urban Big Data Centre (UBDC). He holds affiliate roles at the Centre for Research & Development in Adult and Lifelong Learning (CR&DALL) and previously led the Institute for Global Sustainable Development at the University of Warwick. His interdisciplinary work bridges geography and computer science, focusing on urban sustainability, participatory data methods, and addressing global inequities through community-driven approaches. Education: PhD in Computer Science (University of Campinas, 2006), postdoctoral research at University of Hamburg (2006-2008), and prior academic roles at University of São Paulo and Heidelberg University. Research emphasizes participatory urban analytics, citizen science, and AI ethics in disaster resilience, funded by major grants (e.g., £5.5M+ as PI from ESRC, Gates Foundation). Research interests include urban resilience, climate adaptation, participatory GIS, and data equity in marginalized communities. Notable projects include the Waterproofing Data Project (flood resilience in Brazil), IDEAMAPS (deprivation mapping in Africa), and co-creation of Earth-observation AI systems for slum areas. Publications span over 120 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on spatial data analysis, participatory methods, and urban sustainability. Awards include the ESRC Impact Prize for societal contributions to flood resilience. Active in global collaborations, his work integrates social sciences with environmental and technical disciplines.

Hemant PurohitView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Data Mining
• Natural Language Processing
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Hemant Purohit is an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Sciences and Technology at George Mason University, and Director of the Humanitarian Informatics Lab. He focuses on developing interactive intelligent systems to support emergency services and humanitarian organizations by analyzing non-traditional data sources like social media, web, and IoT using data mining, NLP, and human-centered computing. His work integrates social-psychological theories to enhance human capabilities in crisis contexts. Purohit holds a PhD in Computer Science and Engineering from Wright State University. His research has been recognized through prestigious awards including the ITU Young Innovator Award (2014), NSF CRII Award (2017), and a best paper award at IEEE/WIC/ACM Web Intelligence (2018). His lab is supported by grants from NSF and international agencies. Key research interests include crisis informatics, social computing, and AI ethics. He has led projects on adversarial scam detection, inclusive cybersecurity, and human-AI teaming for disaster response. Purohit serves on editorial boards for journals like Elsevier's Information Processing & Management and Frontiers in Big Data, and actively contributes to international conferences in his field. His work emphasizes real-world impact, bridging technical innovation with societal needs through collaborations between researchers and practitioners. Current projects address challenges in multilingual data analysis, social media activism, and resilience data repositories.

Valerie Maier-SperedelozziView profile

Associate Professor

• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Systems Engineering
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Valerie Maier-Speredelozzi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Rhode Island. She holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan (2003), with prior degrees in Industrial and Operations Engineering (M.S.E., 2001) and Mechanical Engineering (B.M.E., 1998). Her research bridges lean manufacturing, healthcare systems, and transportation engineering. Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, 2003 M.S.E., Industrial and Operations Engineering, University of Michigan, 2001 M.S.E., Mechanical Engineering, University of Michigan, 2001 B.M.E., Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1998 Her work focuses on: Lean Manufacturing and Quality Assurance Human Factors in Industrial Systems Sustainable Supply Chain and Facility Location Transportation Safety and Dynamic Messaging Recent publications highlight trends in: Naval Engineering Education (2024) Healthcare Continuous Improvement (2016) Remanufacturing in SMEs (2016) Dynamic Message Sign Efficacy (2008–2011) Grants from the Office of Naval Research (2020–2021) support collaborations with UConn on safety and ergonomics in naval workforce development. She mentors graduate students and contributes to systems engineering pedagogy through workshops and project-based curricula.