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Martin Kjeøen ErikstadView profile

Associate Professor

• Sports Psychology
• Coaching
• Talent Development
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Martin Kjeøen Erikstad is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sports Science and Physical Education at the University of Agder. His work primarily focuses on sports psychology, coaching development, and talent development in football. University of Agder Department of Sports Science and Physical Education Research group: SPADE (Training processes and performance development in sports) Dr. Erikstad's research explores psychosocial factors affecting performance and participation in sport, particularly in youth football systems. He has conducted extensive studies on Bryne FK's youth development, including the 1999 intake that produced Erling Haaland and other professional players. His work emphasizes: Transformational leadership in sports Positive coach-athlete relationships Environment factors that promote both participation and elite talent development Psychological aspects of refereeing decisions Self-regulation in youth football

Chatwara Suwannamai DuranView profile

Associate Professor

• Multilingualism
• Literacy Studies
• Migration Studies
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Chatwara Suwannamai Duran is an Associate Professor of Applied Linguistics in the Department of English at the University of Houston, within the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. Her work focuses on language and literacy practices in transnational contexts, particularly among immigrant and refugee families. Education: Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction/Language and Literacy, Arizona State University M.A. in Bicultural-Bilingual Studies, The University of Texas at San Antonio B.A. in English, Chulalongkorn University (Bangkok, Thailand) Her research explores the intersections of migration, multilingualism, and literacy development, emphasizing how ideological tensions between sending and receiving countries shape linguistic experiences. She has published extensively on Karenni refugee families and immigrant women in Houston, examining their negotiation of language ideologies, generational shifts, and digital literacies. In her recent work, Duran analyzes sociolinguistic dynamics in refugee-background education, language brokering, and multilingual capital reconstruction. Her publications include the book Language and Literacy in Refugee Families (Palgrave Macmillan, 2017) and studies on agency in language learners and critical applied linguistics. Scientific Awards & Grants: Finalist, Teaching Excellence Awards (UH, 2018) Research Progress Grant ($6,000), CLAIS (UH) Hobby Center Collaborative Project ($10,000) New Faculty Research Award ($6,000, 2014-2015) Provost Travel Awards (2013-2019) Early Career Presidential Fellowship (AAA, 2013-2014) Albert Mackwardt Memorial Fund (TESOL, 2010) She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in sociolinguistics, language education, and community engagement, and serves as a faculty advisor for honors programs. Her work bridges applied linguistics, educational anthropology, and refugee studies to advocate for marginalized voices in transnational contexts.

Emilia BarakovaView profile

Associate Professor

• Social Robotics
• Cognitive Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
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Emilia Barakova is an Associate Professor at the Industrial Design Department of Eindhoven University of Technology. She leads the Social Robotics Lab and Transdisciplinary Research & Design cluster, focusing on robotics for autism intervention and cognitive assistance. PhD in Mathematics & Natural Sciences (University of Groningen, 1999) MSc in Electronics & Automation Engineering (Technical University of Sofia, Bulgaria) Her research merges robotics, cognitive science, and AI to develop embodied agents for social skills training in autistic children and well-being enhancement for people with disabilities. She co-developed the TiViPE programming environment for customizable robot therapy scenarios. Key publication trends show emphasis on: Human-robot interaction for autism therapy Emotion recognition via movement analysis Visual programming frameworks for robot customization Multi-agent systems in social training She serves as Associate Editor for journals including International Journal of Social Robotics and Transactions of Human-Machine Systems , and has held academic positions at RIKEN Brain Science Institute and German-Japanese Robotics Research Lab.

Awi FedergruenView profile

Professor

• Supply Chain Management
• Logistical Systems
• Operations Strategy
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Awi Federgruen is the Charles E. Exley Professor of Management and Chair of the Decision, Risk, and Operations (DRO) Division at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business. He joined Columbia’s faculty in 1979 after earning his DSc in Operations Research from the University of Amsterdam and holding roles as a Research Fellow at the Mathematical Centre in Amsterdam and faculty member at the University of Rochester. He also holds a courtesy appointment in Columbia’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Education: BA, University of Amsterdam, 1972 MS, University of Amsterdam, 1975 DSc (Operations Research), University of Amsterdam, 1978 Research Interests: Federgruen’s work focuses on optimizing supply chain and service systems through advanced operations research methodologies. Key areas include supply chain coordination, inventory management under uncertainty, service system design, and dynamic pricing. His theoretical contributions span applied probability, queuing models, and dynamic programming. Recent applications include pharmaceutical supply chains, healthcare operations, and vaccine distribution strategies. Awards & Recognition: 2004 Distinguished Fellowship Award (MSOM Society) INFORMS Presidential Fellow (highest honor) National Science Foundation & ARPA grants Consulting & Industry Impact: Federgruen advises companies in pharmaceuticals, consumer electronics, and logistics. Notably, he developed marketing mix models for the pharmaceutical industry and advised the Israeli Air Force on logistics policies. His work bridges academic theory with real-world applications in industries like retail, healthcare, and transportation. Editorial Roles: Editor-in-Chief of Naval Research Logistics ; former Departmental Editor for Manufacturing & Service Operations Management and Associate Editor of Operations Research .

Tim BaldeniusView profile

Professor

• Managerial Accounting
• Performance Measurement
• Corporate Governance
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Tim Baldenius serves as the Paul M. Montrone Professor of Private Enterprise in the Accounting Division of Columbia Business School at Columbia University. He rejoined Columbia in 2017 after serving as Chair of NYU Stern's Accounting Department (2011-2016), and previously held faculty positions at Columbia Business School (1998-2011) where he chaired the Accounting Division (2009-2011). His teaching portfolio includes MBA courses in Financial Planning & Analysis, PhD seminars on managerial accounting, and executive education programs. His academic credentials include a Diploma in Business Administration from the University of Hamburg and a PhD in Accounting from the University of Vienna. Baldenius maintains editorial leadership as Associate Editor of Management Science and serves on the editorial boards of The Accounting Review , Review of Accounting Studies , and Review of Managerial Sciences . Professor Baldenius's research centers on managerial accounting systems, performance measurement frameworks, and corporate governance structures. His work examines how accounting information drives organizational decision-making, incentive design, and resource allocation. Key themes include transfer pricing mechanisms, cost allocation methodologies, and the interplay between managerial and tax objectives within multidivisional firms. His theoretical models often integrate contract theory with organizational economics to address real-world coordination challenges. His publication record spans top-tier journals in accounting, finance, and economics, revealing consistent focus on performance measurement systems (35%), transfer pricing (25%), corporate governance (20%), and incentive design (20%). The research demonstrates strong methodological diversity, employing game theory (40%), mathematical modeling (30%), and empirical analysis (30%) to investigate organizational decision processes. Baldenius has held significant leadership roles including Accounting Division Chair at Columbia (2009-2011) and Accounting Department Chair at NYU Stern (2011-2016). His teaching spans MBA, MS, PhD, and executive education programs with courses covering Financial Planning & Analysis, Accounting for Consultants, and Analytical Models in Accounting. His case studies on Sub-Micron Devices Inc. and Beanie Kids Holiday Camp are widely used in accounting pedagogy.

S. Vish ViswanathanView profile

Professor

• Financial Intermediation
• Risk Management
• Collateral
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S. Vish Viswanathan is the F.M. Kirby Professor of Investment Banking at the Fuqua School of Business, Duke University. He holds academic roles such as Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research and served as President of the Financial Intermediation Research Society (2015-2016). His research focuses on financial intermediation, risk management, and collateral dynamics, with publications in top journals like the Journal of Finance and Review of Financial Studies . Education includes a Ph.D. in Finance from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School (1987), Master of Management Studies from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute (1979), and B.Sc. (Chemistry) from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai (1977). Research interests span financial market regulation, liquidity crises, merger waves, and non-cash auctions. His work bridges theory and practice, addressing topics like collateral’s role in capital structure and systemic risk management. Teaching spans advanced corporate finance, project finance, and executive education programs globally. Awards include the Duke Fuqua Outstanding Faculty Award (1994), Four Star Teacher Rating (Business Week, 1995), and NYSE Best Paper Award (1997). He has advised over 25 doctoral students, many securing academic and industry roles. Professional service includes editorial roles at Journal of Financial Intermediation and Journal of Financial Markets , and leadership in finance associations like the Western Finance Association and American Finance Association. His work frequently addresses policy-relevant issues in capital markets and banking systems.

• Operations Research
• Optimization
• Dynamic Programming
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Peng Sun is the J.B. Fuqua Professor of Decision Sciences at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. His research focuses on mathematical models for resource allocation under uncertainty, dynamic mechanism design, and incentive structures in operations, finance, healthcare, and sustainability contexts. He holds editorial roles at top journals including Management Science and Operations Research . Dr. Sun earned his Ph.D. in Operations Research from MIT in 2003. His teaching includes MBA core courses on decision models and strategic dynamics, as well as PhD courses on dynamic programming. His work bridges theory and application across sectors like healthcare policy, renewable energy, and pandemic control. Key research areas include: Dynamic contracts and incentive design Optimization under uncertainty Healthcare resource allocation Sustainability policy modeling Recent research explores topics like optimal drug approval mechanisms, epidemic control strategies through information design, and dynamic pricing in service systems. His work frequently appears in leading journals and addresses real-world challenges in public policy and business operations.

Chris CliftonView profile

Professor

• Data Mining
• Data Science
• Machine Learning
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Chris Clifton is a Professor of Statistics (Courtesy) at Purdue University, affiliated with the Department of Computer Sciences and the Department of Statistics. He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University (1991) and has over 30 years of experience in academia and industry. His research focuses on data privacy, data mining, and database security, with notable contributions to privacy-preserving techniques and differential privacy. Education: B.S./M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering, MIT (1986) M.A./Ph.D. in Computer Science, Princeton University (1988/1991) Research Interests: Data privacy (including anonymization, disclosure limitation), machine learning fairness, privacy-preserving data mining, database security, and interdisciplinary applications in healthcare and logistics. Awards: IEEE Fellow (2020) ACM Distinguished Member (2017) Multiple College of Science Awards (Teaching, Teamwork, Mentoring) Grants & Advising: Led NSF-funded research on algorithmic bias and privacy metrics. Advised numerous graduate students in data science and security. Played roles such as Interim Department Head (2023–2024) and served on NSF program director teams. Labs/Teams: Active in Purdue’s Data Privacy Research Group and collaborations with industry partners like MITRE and NSF initiatives.

Jaron MinkView profile

Assistant Professor

• Usable Security
• Machine Learning
• System Security
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Jaron Mink is an Assistant Professor at Arizona State University's School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence, leading the Human Aspects in cyber Protections and Privacy Lab (Happy Lab). His research focuses on the intersection of usable security, machine learning, and system security, particularly exploring how human factors impact ML security. He holds a Magna Cum Laude from UCLA and completed graduate studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), where he served as a Teaching Assistant and Guest Lecturer in Computer Security courses. Education: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) - Bachelors (Magna Cum Laude) University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) - PhD in Computer Science Research Interests: Human-ML Interaction Dynamics Deepfake Detection and User Perception Adversarial ML Defense Adoption Barriers User Trust in Security Tools Privacy-Preserving Technology Design His work bridges technical security solutions with human-centric usability challenges, emphasizing real-world application in social media, fitness apps, and enterprise systems. Recent Publications: Focus on quantifying sociodemographic influences in security behaviors, analyzing deepfake moderation biases, and evaluating ML security tool usability across industries. Awards: Google Research Scholar Program NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Teaching: Instructs courses like Information Assurance and Trustworthy Human-ML Interaction at ASU, previously teaching Computer Security II at UIUC. Labs/Teams: Directs the Happy Lab, actively recruiting PhD students to tackle challenges in human-centric cybersecurity and privacy. Hobbies: Passionate about vintage dance styles (Lindy Hop, Blues, Balboa) and strategic board games like Spirit Island and War of the Ring .

Faramarz AmiriView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Higher Education Pedagogy
• Serious Games Design
• Educational Technology
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Faramarz Amiri is a Senior Lecturer in Digital Media at the University of Wolverhampton's Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences. He serves as Course Leader for BA(Hons) Computer Games Design and has been affiliated with the institution since 1997. His expertise spans multiple domains, including Higher Education Pedagogy, Serious Games Design, Educational Technology, TESOL, and Art & Design Pedagogy. PhD in Education (University of Manchester) MSc in Computer Science (University of Exeter) MPhil in Social and Political Theory (University of Cambridge) PG Diploma in TEFL (Brighton Polytechnic) BA in Linguistics with Cognitive Sciences (University of Sussex) His research focuses on the intersection of educational technology, art pedagogy, and socio-political dimensions of game design. His publications analyze programming in art education, multimedia authoring for language teachers, and the integration of digital tools in curricula across disciplines. Awards include Fellowship in the Higher Education Academy. Programming in interactive media curriculum design Teacher empowerment through digital authoring CALL material development standards Role of educators in software lifecycle Grammar teaching via multimedia IT training for educators Dr. Amiri's work bridges technical and pedagogical domains, with a particular emphasis on democratizing digital creation in educational contexts. He currently leads the Computer Games Design program while maintaining active research into technology's role in art and language education.

Elana SchlenkerView profile

Lecturer

• Graphic Design
• Visual Communication
• Typography
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Elana Schlenker is a Lecturer in the Image Text Ithaca low-residency MFA program at Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning since 2016. As principal of Studio Elana Schlenker (founded 2011), she leads a medium-agnostic design practice while co-running the cooperative studio Out of Office with Mark Pernice. Her work bridges academia and professional design through initiatives like Gratuitous Type magazine and the gender wage parity project Less Than 100. Schlenker's research centers on graphic design as a vehicle for social commentary, particularly gender equity in creative industries. She explores typographic innovation, visual identity systems for cultural institutions, and the intersection of image/text in digital and print media. Her practice demonstrates how design methodologies can address political and wellness themes through Visual identity , Branding , and Art direction projects. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal a focus on modular design systems for art institutions and publishers, with heavy emphasis on interactive web experiences and context-specific typography . She frequently collaborates with photographers and galleries, translating complex narratives into visual communication frameworks that challenge traditional publishing formats. Awards received: Young Gun by The One Club for Creativity (2015) Print Magazine New Visual Artist (2013) In her academic role, Schlenker mentors MFA students in visual communication and design research. Her studio practice operates as a de facto research lab funded through high-profile client contracts with cultural institutions including Walker Art Center, Carnegie Museum of Art, and The New York Times. These projects serve as live case studies for her pedagogy. Schlenker directs Studio Elana Schlenker as her primary creative laboratory, with Out of Office functioning as a collaborative platform. She maintains long-term partnerships with specialists like Maria Adelaide (interactive design) and Élise Rigollet (editorial design), forming interdisciplinary teams for projects spanning academia, art, and technology sectors.

Irene Ye YuanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Social Computing
• Computer-Supported Cooperative Work
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Dr. Irene Ye Yuan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing and Software at McMaster University's Faculty of Engineering, with a joint appointment as Associate Member of the McMaster School of Biomedical Engineering. Her research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and Social Computing , specifically designing technology for collaborative social experiences like intergenerational communication and remote play. Education Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Minnesota M.S. in Human-Computer Interaction and Design, University of Washington Research Focus Dr. Yuan's work integrates ethnographic, design, and mixed methods to develop frameworks for multimodal interactions that foster meaningful social connections. Key domains include: Technology for intergenerational relationships Remote collaboration tools Embodied interaction systems Educational technology (VR/AR pedagogy) Publication Trends Her recent publications (2019-2024) in top-tier venues like CHI and CSCW emphasize socially connected experiences , with recurring themes of remote collaboration, intergenerational communication, and tangible interfaces. Methodologies blend qualitative analysis with system prototyping. Awards Three CHI Honorable Mentions IMWUT Distinguished Paper Award IDC Best Paper Award Academic Activities Dr. Yuan leads the ESI Lab at McMaster, focusing on Engaging Social Interactions. She teaches CAS 731: Social and Collaborative Computing and actively recruits graduate students for projects involving qualitative methods, system building, and empowerment of vulnerable groups (older adults/children).

• Distributed Systems
• Cryptography
• Electronic Voting
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Michael J. Fischer is a Professor of Computer Science at Yale University, renowned for foundational contributions to distributed systems theory, cryptography, and parallel algorithms. His work includes the seminal impossibility result for distributed consensus with faulty processes and the development of the parallel prefix algorithm fundamental to modern parallel computing. His educational background: B.S. in Mathematics, University of Michigan (1963) M.A. in Applied Mathematics, Harvard University (1965) Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Harvard University (1968) Fischer's research spans theoretical and applied computer science with emphasis on distributed systems (consensus protocols, fault tolerance), cryptography (information-theoretic security, card-based protocols), and electronic voting systems . His work bridges abstract theory with practical security applications, particularly in trust modeling for e-commerce. Current investigations focus on algorithmic approaches to establishing trust relationships in distributed environments. His publication trajectory reveals evolving expertise from early parallel algorithms (1970-80s) to distributed consensus breakthroughs (mid-1980s), then cryptographic protocols and secure e-voting systems (1985-2000s), with recent work synthesizing these domains through trust frameworks. Key thematic threads include fault tolerance in unreliable networks and verifiable security mechanisms. Scientific recognition: ACM Fellow Fischer has held significant leadership roles including Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the ACM , chair of the Max-Planck-Institute for Computer Science International Scientific Advisory Board, and founding member of the Computing Research Association's subcommittee on Women in Computer Science. His advisory work extends to the National Science Foundation and Wuhan University's State Key Laboratory on Software Engineering. Outside academia, he actively participates in the Yale Figure Skating Club, having served multiple terms as president. He maintains international collaborations as Guest Professor at Wuhan University and through editorial roles including Acta Informatica , while continuing to teach core computer science courses from data structures to cryptography at Yale.

Niels da Vitoria LoboView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Vision
• Active Vision
• Mobile Robotics
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Niels da Vitoria Lobo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Central Florida. His research spans computational vision, mobile robotics, and user interface design, with a focus on real-world applications including object detection, person tracking, and obstacle avoidance systems. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science – University of Toronto Research Interests: Dr. Lobo’s work in computational vision addresses challenges like integral image-based curve detection and object detection in cluttered environments. He has developed systems for hand and person tracking, automobile lane following, and optical flow integration, alongside exploring graphical modeling for wristband trackers and educational games. Scientific Contributions: UCF Millionaire’s Club (2008) – recognizing significant research contributions Teaching Incentive Program Award (1996) – honoring excellence in academic instruction As an Associate Editor for computer vision journals, he has played a key role in advancing scholarly discourse in artificial intelligence and robotics.

Arlen C. MollerView profile

Associate Professor

• Motivation Science
• Intrinsic Motivation
• Behavioral Science
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Arlen C. Moller is an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Programs in the Department of Psychology at Illinois Institute of Technology since 2013. He leads the Motivation Science and Digital Health Lab , supervising students across multiple degree programs including Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) and Game Design. Education: Ph.D. in Social Psychology (2007) - University of Rochester B.A. in Psychology (2000) - Cornell University His research focuses on digital health interventions that promote physical and mental wellness through motivation science and self-determination theory , particularly examining how digital technologies like wearable monitors, video games, and extended reality can be designed to support intrinsic motivation and behavioral change . This work spans multiple domains including occupational health , human-computer interaction , and game design . Current research trends include: Developing digital tools that balance competition mechanics with psychological needs Understanding social identity influences on health behaviors Examining long-term effects of extrinsic rewards on motivation Implementing self-determination theory in healthcare settings Creating peer-to-peer mental health support systems Optimizing digital behavior change through autonomy support Dr. Moller collaborates with institutions such as the Center for Self-Determination Theory , Society of Behavioral Medicine , and University of Lisbon's PANOS*SR Research Group . His lab team includes three Ph.D. candidates investigating specific applications of their research.