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Dennis DukeView profile

Professor

• High Performance Computing and Networking
• Computational Ancient Astronomy
• Nonlinear Time Series
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Dennis Duke is a Professor of Physics at the Florida State University (FSU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Scientific Computing. His academic career spans over four decades, with roles including Director of the Supercomputer Computations Research Institute (SCRI) and leadership in numerous national and international computing initiatives. He holds a B.S. from Vanderbilt University (1970) and a D.Phil. from Iowa State University (1974). His research focuses on High Performance Computing, Computational Ancient Astronomy, and Nonlinear Dynamics. Notable contributions include reconstructing ancient astronomical models (e.g., Ptolemaic planetary systems) and analyzing historical star catalogs. He has authored over 150 publications, including seminal work on Babylonian-Greek mathematical transmission and Indian astronomical traditions. Awards include multiple COFRS Awards (1985, 1986) and the President's Continuing Education Award (1992). Duke has organized major supercomputing conferences (e.g., SC98) and served on committees for DOE supercomputing initiatives. His work bridges computational science with historical scholarship, exemplified by animations of ancient planetary models and statistical analyses of precession effects. Professional affiliations include the American Physical Society and Sigma Xi.

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Respiratory Medicine
• Asthma
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Per Sigvald Bakke is a Professor at the University of Bergen's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Science, with extensive expertise in respiratory medicine. His research primarily focuses on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma, and related pulmonary conditions, with significant contributions to understanding disease mechanisms, clinical phenotyping, and epidemiology. Dr. Bakke's research interests span COPD phenotyping, asthma heterogeneity, genomics of respiratory diseases, pulmonary function testing, and clinical epidemiology. His work frequently involves large-scale cohort studies and international collaborations, particularly through the U-BIOPRED consortium. His research has significantly advanced understanding of COPD progression, exacerbation risk factors, and the relationship between respiratory diseases and systemic conditions like metabolic syndrome. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to respiratory medicine, with recent work focusing on multi-omics approaches to disease phenotyping, genetic determinants of lung function, and clinical management of COPD. His research often bridges basic science with clinical application, addressing critical questions in respiratory disease management and patient outcomes. Dr. Bakke has been instrumental in numerous international collaborative studies including the ECLIPSE cohort, U-BIOPRED, and various genome-wide association studies examining COPD and asthma. His work has contributed to clinical guidelines and improved understanding of respiratory disease mechanisms across diverse populations.

Navid BayatiView profile

Associate Professor

• Renewable/Hybrid Power Systems
• Protection and Transient Analysis of Power Grids
• Microgrids and Active Energy Networks
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Navid Bayati is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, affiliated with the Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering and the Centre for Industrial Electronics. He leads the Control and Protection of Smart Grids (CAP-SG) group and focuses on renewable/hybrid power systems, microgrid protection, and grid code compliance. Education: Ph.D. in Power Systems & Microgrid Protection (2020, Aalborg University); M.Sc. in Power Systems (2017, Amirkabir University of Technology) His research spans renewable energy integration , transient analysis , grid interconnection , and digital twin applications . Recent work includes machine learning for carbon emission prediction, fault localization in DC microgrids, and supercapacitor resilience in hybrid systems. Collaborations include projects like IEA Wind Task 50 and RePoSys , addressing grid renovation, life cycle assessment, and digital twin resilience. His teaching portfolio covers power electronics , energy management , and microgrid control .

Patrick S. MarketView profile

Professor

• Synoptic and Mesoscale Dynamics
• Winter Weather
• Heavy Rainfall
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Dr. Patrick S. Market is a Professor of Atmospheric Science and currently serves as the Director of the School of Natural Resources at the University of Missouri. He also acts as Interim Co-Director of the Missouri Water Center. His research focuses on synoptic and mesoscale dynamics, particularly winter weather, heavy rainfall, flash flooding, and severe local storms. He has contributed to advancements in precipitation efficiency studies and operational forecasting techniques. His work explores the role of artificial intelligence in weather prediction and communication, emphasizing the continued importance of human expertise in an automated forecast process. Dr. Market has secured grants for data stream maintenance and digital equity planning, and he has led educational initiatives integrating research into synoptic meteorology classrooms. Notable collaborations include projects with the National Weather Service and studies on the Ozark Plateau's topographical influence on weather systems.

Alvar AgustiView profile

Professor

• Lung-liver interactions
• Immune senescence
• Sleep apnea syndrome
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Alvar Agusti is a Full Professor of Medicine at the University of Barcelona, Spain, since 2020. His career spans leadership roles including Chair of the Board of Directors at the Global Initiative for Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) and former Director of the Respiratory Institute at Hospital Clinic, Barcelona (2009–2021). He pioneered the National Spanish Network of Excellence in Respiratory Research (CIBERES) from 2003 to 2011. MD (1979) and PhD (1985) in Medicine, University of Barcelona Fogarty Scholar (NIH) at the University of Chicago (1989–1991) His research focuses on chronic airway diseases (COPD, asthma), lung function trajectories, immune senescence, systems medicine, and organ interactions (e.g., hepato-pulmonary syndrome). Recent work explores COPD comorbidities, biomarkers, and long-term outcomes in respiratory disorders. His 2021 publications span COPD, asthma, lung function phenotypes, and cross-disciplinary themes like epigenetics , clinical trials , and COVID-19 comorbidities . Key contributions include stratification of respiratory diseases and biomarker discovery in cohorts like ECLIPSE and NOVELTY. Scientific accolades include membership in the Royal National Academy of Medicine of Catalunya (2021), Honorary Fellow of the European Respiratory Society (2018), and the Lilly Foundation award for clinical research (2018). He has delivered 493 invited lectures and authored 552 publications with an h-index of 95.

Til WykesView profile

Clinical Professor

• Clinical Psychology
• Rehabilitation Psychology
• Schizophrenia Research
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Dame Til Wykes is a Clinical Professor at King’s College London, leading the School of Mental Health & Psychological Sciences and the Service User Research Enterprise (SURE) . Her work focuses on psychological treatments for schizophrenia , cognitive remediation therapy , and digital mental health services , with international impact on research strategies through projects like European ROAMER and UK Mental Health Research Goals . Education : PhD (University of Sussex), MPhil (King’s College London), BSc (University of Nottingham) Leadership : Head of School (2020–present), Co-Director of SURE, NIHR Maudsley BRC Cluster Lead Research Themes : • Cognitive Remediation Therapy for schizophrenia and psychosis • Digital Mental Health Tools (RADAR-CNS, CIRCuiTS™ software) • Service User Involvement in research design and implementation • Ward Design and Therapeutic Environments in psychiatric inpatient care Selected Scientific Awards : British Psychological Society (2014) GUINNESS WORLD RECORD for Largest Mental Health Lesson Damehood from the Queen (2016) EPA Outstanding Achievement Award SIRS Lifetime Achievement Award (2024) Leadership and Collaborations : President of the Schizophrenia International Research Society (SIRS), Fellow of multiple academies (Medical Sciences, Social Sciences), and Trustee of Weight Concern. She co-leads projects like ECLIPSE and MEMReD , and has contributed to 17 Pharmacological and Psychosocial Treatments in Schizophrenia (3rd ed.).

Saidi SiuhiView profile

Associate Professor

• Transportation Engineering
• Traffic Safety
• Transportation Planning
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Dr. Saidi Siuhi serves as an Associate Professor of Civil Engineering at South Carolina State University, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses while conducting research and providing institutional service across departmental and university levels. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2009) M.Sc. in Civil Engineering from Florida State University (2006) B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the University of Dar-es-Salaam (2003) Specializing in transportation engineering, Dr. Siuhi's research focuses on traffic safety, transportation planning, and microscopic traffic simulation. His work addresses critical transportation challenges including distracted driving/walking behaviors, traffic management during special events (notably the 2017 solar eclipse), and the application of advanced computational methods to transportation networks. He integrates emerging technologies like virtual reality, machine learning, and deep learning to develop innovative safety solutions for complex transportation systems. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong trajectory toward computational transportation safety, with increasing emphasis on AI-driven solutions for pedestrian safety, driver behavior analysis, and infrastructure monitoring. His work consistently bridges theoretical transportation models with practical safety applications, particularly in distracted behavior analysis and event-based traffic management. Dr. Siuhi actively mentors students through senior design projects (CE 459/460) and graduate coursework, though specific advisee names aren't documented. His service contributions span departmental, college, and university committees, supporting academic operations and strategic initiatives within the engineering program.

Tomoko MatsuoView profile

Associate Professor

• Atmospheric Sciences
• Space Physics
• Data Assimilation
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Tomoko Matsuo is an Associate Professor in the Ann and H.J. Smead Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. She holds an affiliate faculty position in the Department of Applied Mathematics and is a member of the Colorado Center for Astrodynamics Research (CCAR). A H. Joseph Smead Faculty Fellow, her research focuses on data assimilation, predictability of geophysical systems, and space physics. She earned a PhD in Atmospheric Science from SUNY Stony Brook (2003), MS in Physics from Nagoya University (1998), and BS in Geophysics from Hokkaido University (1995). Affiliations: CCAR, Smead Aerospace, Department of Applied Mathematics Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2019), multiple teaching awards, and fellowships Education: PhD, Atmospheric Science, SUNY Stony Brook, 2003 MS, Physics, Nagoya University, Japan, 1998 BS, Geophysics, Hokkaido University, Japan, 1995 Research Interests: Advanced methods in data assimilation for space weather forecasting, ionospheric dynamics, and geophysical predictability. Her work bridges atmospheric sciences, space physics, and statistical learning. Current projects include the DYNAMIC mission concept (NASA-selected Phase-A study) and the AMGeO data science platform. Grants & Collaborations: NSF CAREER Award (2019), NASA-funded projects (e.g., DYNAMIC mission), and collaborations with JHU APL, NCAR, and international institutions. Advises students on remote sensing and STEM outreach programs. Labs/Teams: Leads her own research group and contributes to CCAR. Develops tools for assimilative mapping of geospace observations (AMGeO). Active in citizen science initiatives like Aurorasaurus.

Jamey JacobView profile

Professor

• Aerodynamics
• UAV Design & Flight Testing
• Vortex Dynamics
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Jamey Jacob, Ph.D., P.E., is a Professor and John Hendrix Chair in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Oklahoma State University, leading the Oklahoma Applied Research Institute (OAIRE). He holds a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley (1995), with earlier degrees from the same institution and the University of Oklahoma. His research focuses on aerodynamics, UAV design, vortex dynamics, geophysical flows, and autonomous systems. Notable projects include solar balloon flight dynamics, eclipse observations, and advanced air mobility (AAM) weather systems. Jacob has pioneered UAV-based weather sensing and developed innovative aerostructures, including inflatable systems. He has received over 15 prestigious awards, including the Regents Distinguished Teacher (2011) and Oklahoma Innovator of the Year (2010). His recent work emphasizes urban wind field mapping and stratospheric balloon applications for planetary science. Jacob’s lab, OAIRE, integrates aerospace engineering with environmental and operational challenges, advancing both academic and applied frontiers.

Carolyn L. RochesterView profile

Professor

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Respiratory Pathophysiology
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Carolyn L. Rochester is a Professor of Medicine at Yale School of Medicine , specializing in Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine. She serves as Medical Director of both the Yale COPD Program and the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at VA Connecticut Healthcare System. Undergraduate: Smith College (1979) Medical Degree: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (1983) Residency: Internal Medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian (1984-1986) Fellowship: Pulmonary Medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian (1986-1988) and Yale (1990-1991) Her research focuses on Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) and COPD , including transcutaneous muscle stimulation techniques, PR outcomes, telehealth implementation, and COPD phenotyping. She contributes to multi-center clinical trials (ECLIPSE, IMPACT, UPLIFT, GALATHEA) and leads the Northeast Pulmonary Rehabilitation Consortium. Recent publications address home-based PR models, telehealth standards, AI-driven readmission prediction, and environmental exposure analysis in COPD patients. Key collaborations include Charles Dela Cruz, F. Perry Wilson, and Krystal Pollitt. Scientific Awards: ATS Pulmonary Rehabilitation Lifetime Achievement Award (2024) Bohmfalk Teaching Award Nominee (2020-2021) ATS Postgraduate Fellows' Teaching Award (2021) She chairs the Yale-New Haven Health System COPD Consensus Group, developing inpatient care pathways (2021) and collaborating with Quality & Safety teams to reduce COPD readmissions. As a COPD Clinical Resource Center leader for the Alpha-1 Foundation (2020), she advances specialized care for genetic respiratory disorders.

Daniel J. EmmonsView profile

Associate Professor

• Laser Kinetics
• Plasma Chemistry
• Ionospheric Disturbances
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Daniel J. Emmons is an Associate Professor of Physics and Senior Military Faculty at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Department of Engineering Physics. His work bridges military applications with fundamental research in space weather and ionospheric physics. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Physics (2017), AFIT M.S. in Applied Physics (2012), AFIT B.S. in Physics (2007), San Diego State University Research Interests: Focus on laser kinetics , plasma chemistry , and ionospheric disturbances . Key areas include sporadic-E layer dynamics, solar flare impacts on radio propagation, and GNSS-based electron density modeling. Recent Publications highlight advancements in: Deep learning for sporadic-E prediction Magnetic field variability in solar flares GNSS radio occultation techniques for ionospheric analysis Solar eclipse effects on ionosphere-thermosphere systems Scientific Awards: 2023 Educator of the Year, Air Education and Training Command 2022 Outstanding Science and Engineering Educator, Department of the Air Force Multiple mentorship and teaching awards (2021) Advising and Collaborations: Co-authored studies with teams from New Mexico Tech, NASA, and the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Led invited talks on space weather impacts and ionospheric monitoring.

• History of Science
• Assyriology
• History of Astronomy
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John Steele is the Charles Edwin Wilbour Professor of Egyptology and Assyriology at Brown University. He holds affiliations in Egyptology and Assyriology and is a senior fellow at New York University's Institute for the Study of the Ancient World. Previously, he served as a Royal Society University Research Fellow at Durham University, an E.P. May Fellow at the University of Toronto, and a Dibner Institute Postdoctoral Fellow. Education: PhD in Durham University (1998) BS in Durham University (1995) Research Interests: John specializes in the history of exact sciences in antiquity, particularly Babylonian astronomy. His work explores the intersection of astronomy, mathematics, and culture in ancient Mesopotamia. He has edited major book series like Scientific Writings from the Ancient and Medieval World and contributes to journals such as Isis and Journal for the History of Astronomy . Publications Trends: His recent work focuses on Babylonian astronomical records, cross-cultural comparisons of ancient sciences, and the reception of Mesopotamian knowledge in European scholarship. Key themes include planetary observations, lunar phenomena, and the methodological foundations of ancient astral sciences. Awards & Honors: Fellow, Institute of Advanced Studies, Durham University (2016) Nominated to Shaanxi Province's Experts Database (2015–present) Guest Professor, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2014–present) Caeno Chronology Scholar Prize (2003) Teaching & Editorial Roles: He teaches courses on ancient sciences, Assyriology, and Babylonian astronomy. Editorial roles include associate editorships for SCIAMVS and advisory roles for Isis and Journal for the History of Astronomy . His research lab focuses on deciphering cuneiform astronomical texts and their global historical impacts.

• Mesoamerican Archaeology
• Maya Epigraphy
• Classic Maya Writing Systems
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Prof. Dr. Nikolai Grube is a University Professor in the Department of Ancient American Studies & Ethnology at the Institute of Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology, University of Bonn. He has held this position since 2004 and is a leading expert in Maya archaeology, epigraphy, and cultural anthropology. His research spans Mesoamerica, with a focus on the Maya Lowlands, political anthropology, state formation, writing systems, and cultural heritage. Research Interests: His work integrates archaeology, historical linguistics, and digital humanities to study Classic Maya writing, literacy, and political structures. He investigates the evolution of hegemonic rule through fieldwork at Uxul, Mexico, and leads the Text Database and Dictionary of Classic Maya project. His research bridges epigraphic analysis with broader cultural and historical contexts. Recent Publications Trends: His recent scholarly output emphasizes digital epigraphy, glyph decipherment, ceramic inscriptions, and collaborative international research. Themes include lunar astronomy, punctuation in writing, animated logographs, and the sociopolitical rhetoric of Terminal Classic inscriptions, reflecting a deep integration of linguistic, archaeological, and computational methods. Scientific Awards and Honors: Doctor honoris causa, Instituto Politécnico Nacional, Mexico (2016) Benedictus Polonius Prize, University of Warsaw (2015) Honorary Citizenship of Guatemala City (2007) Full member, German Archaeological Institute Full member, North Rhine-Westphalian Academy of Sciences Heisenberg Professorship (DFG, 1999) Advising and Grants: While specific students are not listed, Grube leads major collaborative projects funded by international bodies and has served as an expert reviewer for NWO, FNRS, CNRS, and NEH. He has organized academic symposia, curated exhibitions, and held editorial roles, demonstrating extensive mentorship and academic leadership in the field of Mesoamerican studies. Labs and Teams: He is central to the Text Database and Dictionary of Classic Maya team at the University of Bonn, promoting digital epigraphy and open-access research. His work involves interdisciplinary collaboration with linguists, archaeologists, and computer scientists to advance the understanding of Maya writing and culture.

John J. LucidoView profile

Academic

• Treatment planning for radiation therapy
• Special procedures in radiation therapy
• Quality assurance in radiation therapy
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John J. Lucido, III, Ph.D., is a Medical Physicist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, specializing in Radiation Oncology . He is affiliated with the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science and actively involved in clinical research, education, and global medical physics initiatives. Education: Ph.D. in Medical Physics (2013) - University of British Columbia M.S. in Mathematical Physics (2008) - Rutgers University B.S.E. in Engineering Physics - Electrical Engineering (2008) - University of Michigan Dr. Lucido's research focuses on advanced radiation therapy techniques , including: Automated treatment planning systems Dosimetric characterization of novel radiation devices Machine learning applications in organ-at-risk segmentation Clinical decision tools for spine stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) Quality assurance protocols for radiation delivery His publications highlight the integration of Monte Carlo simulations , deep learning , and radiobiological modeling to optimize radiation therapy for complex cases such as pregnant patients, ultracentral lung cancers, and skin electron beam therapy. Scientific awards and honors include: Teacher of the Year - Radiation Physics (Mayo Clinic, 2022) International Graduate Student Fellowship (University of British Columbia, 2009) Graduate Aid in Areas of National Need Fellowship (Rutgers University, 2005) Certified Therapeutic Medical Physicist (American Board of Radiology, 2016) Dr. Lucido actively contributes to professional societies as a Voting Member of the Society of Directors of Academic Medical Physics Programs (SDAMPP) , Chair of the Eclipse Scripting and Automation Group , and International Consultant for C/CAN - Kumasi City Radiotherapy Project . He also serves on multiple Mayo Clinic committees related to education and quality assurance. His work emphasizes global radiation therapy standardization and educational infrastructure development , particularly in underserved regions like Ghana. Recent projects include automated testing platforms for treatment planning scripts and customizable radiation shields for skin therapy.

• Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)
• GNSS Integrity
• High Accuracy Positioning
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Dr. Shaojun Feng is an Honorary Principal (Professorial) Research Fellow at the Centre for Transport Studies within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Imperial College London. He is a leading expert in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), with over thirty years of research experience focusing on GNSS integrity, high-accuracy positioning, augmentation systems, and functional safety for autonomous and safety-critical applications. His research interests span a wide range of topics including GNSS integrity monitoring, precise point positioning (PPP), real-time kinematic (RTK), ionospheric modeling, spoofing detection, software-defined receivers, and integrated navigation systems. He has made pioneering contributions to the development of GNSS correction services with integrity, enabling lane-level navigation in smartphones and certified use in autonomous vehicles. His work bridges theoretical advances with real-world deployment, notably through a commercial service benefiting over 1.5 billion users. The recent publications highlight a strong focus on ionospheric modeling and correction using machine learning (e.g., LSTM, ConvLSTM), sparse reconstruction techniques in tomography, and integrity-aware positioning for autonomous systems. There is a clear trend toward integrating AI with GNSS, improving real-time accuracy, and ensuring safety through robust integrity monitoring—especially in multi-constellation environments (GPS, Galileo, BeiDou). Dr. Feng has been recognized with several prestigious honors: Michael Richey Medal, Royal Institute of Navigation ESA certification for leading Galileo receiver development Recognition by UK Space Agency for UK leadership in Galileo adoption SGS certification for safety-critical GNSS correction service He is actively involved in the academic and standards communities, serving as Associate Editor for the Journal of Navigation and GPS Solutions , and as Chairman of WG3 in RTCM Special Committee 134, which develops international standards for GNSS integrity monitoring. He is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) and Fellow of both the Institution of Engineering and Technology (FIET) and the Royal Institute of Navigation (FRIN), the latter presented by HRH Prince Philip. His leadership in research, editorial roles, and standardization underscores his significant impact on the field of navigation and positioning. Dr. Feng leads research initiatives at Imperial College London with strong industry and agency collaborations, including with the European Space Agency and SGS. His work on integrity-certified GNSS services represents a major advancement in positioning for autonomous systems, with implications for future smart mobility, transportation safety, and resilient navigation infrastructure.