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Wendell WaltersView profile

Assistant Professor

• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Climate Science
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Wendell Walters is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of South Carolina. He holds a Ph.D. in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences from Purdue University (2016) and a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Maryland College Park (2012). His research focuses on atmospheric chemistry's environmental and climatic impacts, leveraging stable isotope analysis to trace anthropogenic and natural emissions of reactive nitrogen and sulfur. Key areas include urban air quality, polar atmospheric dynamics, and the interplay between atmospheric chemistry and climate systems. Education: B.S., Chemistry, University of Maryland College Park (2012) Ph.D., Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences, Purdue University (2016) Research Interests: Walters' work integrates field observations, laboratory experiments, and computational modeling to understand atmospheric processes. His research themes include: Reactive nitrogen and sulfur chemistry in changing environments Atmospheric chemistry in remote regions (e.g., polar zones) Urban air quality and greenhouse gas emissions He employs novel stable isotope techniques (e.g., δ¹⁵N, δ¹⁸O) to quantify emissions from vehicles, agriculture, and fossil fuels, linking these to particulate matter formation and climate impacts. Grants & Awards: Walters has secured over $1.5M in funding, including an NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship (2016) and an EPA Seed Grant (2022). His research has been recognized with awards like the Bisland Dissertation Fellowship and the Henry Silver Environmental Science Award. Advising & Outreach: He mentors students in laboratory and field research, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Outreach efforts include community-driven air quality monitoring in Providence, RI, and mentoring underrepresented students via programs like the Leadership Alliance. Labs/Teams: The Walters Research Group collaborates with institutions such as Brown University and the U.S. EPA, focusing on advancing isotopic tools for environmental science.

Helen CainesView profile

Professor

• Nuclear Physics
• Particle Physics
• Experimental Nuclear Physics
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Helen Caines is the Horace D. Taft Professor of Physics at Yale University. She is affiliated with the Department of Physics and actively collaborates with the ALICE and STAR experiments at CERN’s LHC and Brookhaven’s RHIC. Her research focuses on understanding the behavior of nuclear matter under extreme conditions, particularly the Quark-Gluon Plasma (QGP), through experimental and theoretical studies of ultra-relativistic heavy-ion collisions. Dr. Caines holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Birmingham (1996). Her honors include Fellowships from the American Physical Society (2019), the Institute of Physics (UK, 2008), and a notable recognition as the APS CSWP Woman Physicist of the Month in January 2012. Her research interests span experimental nuclear physics, with emphasis on measuring high-momentum particles in collisions and their interactions with the QGP. She has pioneered studies of strangeness production and jet quenching. Her work contributes to decoding the QGP’s properties, such as its equation of state and collective behavior. Recent articles focus on QGP signatures through jet energy loss, photonuclear production, and hypernuclei formation. These studies highlight advancements in understanding the quark-gluon medium’s dynamics and the phase transitions in high-energy collisions. Dr. Caines has been a leader in collaborative experiments at the LHC and RHIC, advancing global efforts in relativistic heavy-ion physics. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes integrating ethical and humanistic perspectives into STEM education.

Allen I. MincerView profile

Professor

• Experimental High Energy Particle Physics
• Astrophysics
• Cosmic Ray Physics
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Allen Mincer is a Professor of Physics and Collegiate Professor at New York University's College of Arts and Science, Department of Physics. He leads research in experimental high energy particle physics and astrophysics as a member of the NYU Experimental Particle Physics Group, with major contributions to the ATLAS and Milagro collaborations. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, College Park (1984) and a B.S. from Brooklyn College (1978). Mincer's research spans particle physics discoveries (top quark, Higgs boson) and cosmic ray astrophysics. He specializes in detector development, data analysis for high-energy collisions, and cosmic ray observations. His work integrates experimental physics with innovative educational approaches, particularly in physics pedagogy. Analysis of his publications (2020-2005) reveals dual research trajectories: LHC-focused studies on Higgs physics, supersymmetry searches, and trigger systems via ATLAS, alongside Milagro-based cosmic ray research mapping TeV emissions and anisotropies in the Galactic plane. His scientific recognition includes: Teach/Tech Award, New York University (2018) Collegiate Professor appointment at NYU (2008) Golden Dozen Teaching Award, NYU (1995, 2000) Mincer mentors undergraduate and graduate researchers while pioneering physics education through flipped classrooms, experimental pedagogy courses, and curriculum development for courses ranging from introductory physics to graduate particle physics. He actively contributes to the NYU Experimental Particle Physics Group, maintaining leadership roles in ATLAS detector operations and Milagro cosmic ray data analysis.

Frank G. SchroederView profile

Associate Professor

• Astroparticle Physics
• Cosmic Ray Physics
• Radio Detection Techniques
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Frank G. Schroeder is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Delaware. He holds a Diplom in Physics from TU Darmstadt (2007), a Doctoral Degree (2011), and a Habilitation (2017) from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany. He has been at UD since 2018. His research focuses on High-Energy Astroparticle Physics, including cosmic ray detection via radio antennas and computational data analysis. Key collaborations include the IceCube Neutrino Observatory at the South Pole and the Pierre Auger Observatory in Argentina. Recent work emphasizes cosmic-ray anisotropy studies, neutrino oscillations, and detector development for next-generation experiments like IceCube-Gen2 and AugerPrime. His research leverages machine learning for signal identification and analysis, with contributions to understanding ultra-high-energy cosmic rays and neutrino emissions. Schroeder’s teams actively participate in global initiatives such as the IceCube Collaboration and the Global Cosmic-Ray Observatory (GCOS) proposal. His technical innovations include radio antenna arrays and improved data reconstruction algorithms for air showers. He has published extensively on topics including cosmic-ray composition, neutrino point-source searches, and multi-messenger astrophysics.

Eda TaşçıView profile

Professor

• Ceramics
• Cement Chemistry
• Materials Science
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Prof. Dr. Eda Taşçı is a faculty member at the Faculty of Engineering, Dumlupınar University, specializing in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. With a career spanning over two decades, she has held positions including Research Assistant (2002-2010), Associate Professor (2011-2022), and Professor (2022-present). She served as Deputy Head of Department (2017-2018) and Vocational School Directorate (2018-2021). Education: PhD in Ceramic Engineering (2004-2010), Master's (2001-2004), and Bachelor's (1997-2001) from Anadolu University. Her research focuses on inorganic materials like ceramics and cement, emphasizing production processes, surface properties, and sustainable applications. Key projects include enhancing glaze chemical resistance, pozzolan-cement interactions, and industrial metallic glaze development. Her publications span topics from ancient mudbrick materials to modern ceramic processing, highlighting interdisciplinary work in material science, environmental engineering, and industrial chemistry. She received the Turkish Cement Manufacturers Association Trailblazers Scholarship in 2008. Email: eda.tasci@dpu.edu.tr

Ruben SnellingsView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Metals and Minerals
• Cementitious Materials
• Mineral Carbonation
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Ruben Snellings is a Professor at the KU Leuven , affiliated with the Institute for Sustainable Metals and Minerals and the Division of Geology . His research focuses on sustainable cementitious materials, mineral carbonation, and valorization of industrial by-products in construction. He actively contributes to RILEM technical committees, including TC 309-MCP and TC 267-TRM, establishing terminology and testing protocols for carbonation-based construction products. Research Highlights Advancing low-carbon binders through co-calcination of waste materials Investigating hydration kinetics and reactivity of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) Developing CO2 mineralization techniques for sustainable construction Technical Contributions Co-developing standardized R3 reactivity tests for SCMs Leading interlaboratory validation studies for binder performance Environmental Focus Reducing environmental leaching via carbonation of metallurgical slags Optimizing circular economy approaches for concrete recycling

Alice GuionnetView profile

Researcher

• Random Matrix Theory
• Probability Theory
• Statistical Mechanics
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Alice Guionnet is a French mathematician and Research Director at the CNRS, affiliated with the Unité de Mathématiques Pures et Appliquées (UMPA) at École Normale Supérieure de Lyon since 2005. Her research focuses on random matrix theory, probability theory, and their applications in statistical mechanics and large deviations principles. She completed her doctorate in 1995 with a thesis on spin glass dynamics, supervised by Gérard Ben Arous. Her work includes groundbreaking contributions such as the Single Ring Theorem (2009) and studies on large deviations for eigenvalues of Wigner and heavy-tailed matrices. She has been honored with the Oberwolfach Prize (1998), Loève Prize (2009), and Blaise Pascal Medal (2018), and was elected to the French Academy of Sciences in 2017. Key research interests include non-linear Wigner spiked models, spectral phase transitions, and free probability. She has authored over 80 publications, including influential papers on matrix models, eigenvector delocalization, and stochastic processes in disordered systems. Her ERC Project LDRAM (Large Deviations in Random Matrices) explores asymptotic behaviors of random matrix ensembles. Education: PhD from École Normale Supérieure (1995), MSc in Mathematics (ENS Paris, 1989). Labs/Teams: UMPA Lyon, collaborations with CNRS and international institutions. Grants/Awards: Simons Investigator (2012–2015), CNRS Silver Medal (2010).

Anna StastoView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• Theoretical Physics
• High-Energy Physics
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Anna Stasto is a Professor of Physics at the Department of Physics, Eberly College of Science, The Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on particle physics, particularly theoretical studies in quantum chromodynamics (QCD), high-energy scattering processes, and collider phenomenology. She has contributed to understanding diffraction mechanisms, parton distribution functions, and small-x QCD dynamics. Education includes a Master's from Jagiellonian University (1996), a joint PhD in Theoretical Physics from the Polish Academy of Science and University of Durham (1999), and habilitation from the Polish Academy of Science (2005). She has held prestigious awards such as the Sloan Research Fellowship (2009–2013) and the H. Niewodniczański Prize (1999). Her recent publications explore gluodynamics, electron-ion collider physics, and forward neutrino production at the LHC. Research trends emphasize precision calculations of partonic structures, renormalization group techniques, and high-energy scattering dynamics. Stasto collaborates extensively on experimental programs including the Electron-Ion Collider and LHC. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with experimental data to advance QCD understanding.

Mark C. KruseView profile

Professor

• High-Energy Particle Physics
• Large Hadron Collider (LHC) experiments
• Higgs boson physics
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Mark C. Kruse is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Duke University, within Trinity College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on High-Energy Particle Physics, particularly the analysis of data collected by the ATLAS detector at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC). With the Higgs boson discovered by ATLAS and CMS collaborations in July 2012, his work now centers on discovering models beyond the Standard Model of particle physics. Dr. Kruse's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Physics from Purdue University (1996) M.S. in Physics from University of Auckland, New Zealand (1988) B.S. in Physics from University of Auckland, New Zealand (1986) Professor Kruse's research primarily investigates phenomena beyond the Standard Model of particle physics. His work with the ATLAS detector at the LHC focuses on Higgs boson properties, top quark physics, and searches for new particles and forces that could explain dark matter and other cosmic mysteries. He has been instrumental in analyzing data from proton-proton collisions at various energy levels to uncover potential deviations from established physics theories. His research group at Duke actively contributes to the international effort to understand fundamental particles and their interactions at the highest energy scales accessible to humanity. Analysis of Professor Kruse's recent publications reveals a strong focus on Higgs boson physics, top quark measurements, and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model. His work with the ATLAS collaboration spans multiple areas including precision measurements of known particles, searches for exotic decays, and investigations of quark-gluon plasma. The research demonstrates increasing sophistication in data analysis techniques as the LHC continues to deliver higher luminosity and energy collision data. Professor Kruse has received several notable awards and recognitions: Dean's Leadership Award from Duke University (April 2013) Sir Thomas Lyle Fellowship from University of Melbourne, Australia (2013) Bass Society of Fellows at Duke University (May 2012) Shared recognition for the Discovery of the Top Quark (July 2019) As a dedicated educator and mentor, Professor Kruse has advised numerous students through independent study courses (PHYSICS 493) and thesis projects (PHYSICS 495). He has secured substantial research funding including the REU Site for Undergraduate Research in Nuclear Particle Physics (2022-2027) and the Support and Maintenance for the ATLAS Transition Radiation Detector at CERN (2025-2027). His grants consistently support both graduate and undergraduate research opportunities, reflecting his commitment to training the next generation of physicists. Professor Kruse is a key member of the ATLAS collaboration at CERN, where he serves as the US ATLAS Transition Radiation Tracker Level 3 Manager. His research group at Duke University works closely with international collaborators on data analysis and detector operations. The team contributes significantly to the ongoing physics program at the LHC, particularly in areas related to Higgs boson characterization and searches for new physics phenomena.

Spencer N. AxaniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neutrino Physics
• Particle Astrophysics
• Cosmic Rays
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Spencer N. Axani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Delaware (UD), associated with the College of Arts & Sciences. He also serves as Associate Director of the Delaware NASA Space Grant. His research focuses on experimental neutrino physics, multi-messenger astrophysics, cosmic rays, and nuclear physics, with particular emphasis on developing particle detector technologies. He earned a Diploma in Power Engineering from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, followed by a B.Sc. (Honors Physics) from the University of Alberta, and M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Physics from MIT. Prior to UD, he was a Postdoctoral Associate at MIT. Key research areas include neutrino oscillations, cosmic ray anisotropy, and detector development such as the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and the CosmicWatch muon detector project. The CosmicWatch initiative provides low-cost educational muon detectors for students. Axani's work involves collaborations with institutions like the Bartol Research Institute and the American Physical Society (APS). His contributions span theoretical and experimental advancements in particle physics, with publications addressing neutrino emission from astrophysical sources, atmospheric neutrino studies, and neutrino detector technologies. His lab spaces include 303 Sharp Lab (R&D) and 012 Sharp Lab (Scintillator Lab). He actively participates in projects like IceCube, KamLAND-Zen, and NuDot. His research highlights include analyses of cosmic ray anisotropy, constraints on heavy neutral leptons, and multi-messenger observations of blazars.

Gudrun HillerView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• Flavor Physics
• Beyond the Standard Model (BSM)
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Prof. Dr. Gudrun Hiller is a faculty member in the Department of Physics at the Technical University of Dortmund, where she conducts research in theoretical particle physics. She is affiliated with the HEP theory group and actively involved in the IMAPP international master program in particle physics. Her research spans flavor physics, rare decays of beauty and charm quarks, physics beyond the Standard Model, asymptotic safety, and SMEFT. University: Technical University of Dortmund School: Faculty of Physics Department: Department of Physics Office: Room P1-04-307 Email: gudrun.hiller@tu-dortmund.de Phone: +49 (0)231 755-3580 Her research focuses on flavor physics, emphasizing rare semileptonic and radiative decays of beauty and charm quarks, precision tests with top quark observables, and the development of novel particle physics models with controlled high-energy behavior (asymptotic safety). She leads the BSM seminar, covering topics such as flavor, Higgs, dark matter, quantum gravity, and asymptotic safety. The recent publications and workshop activities indicate a strong focus on rare charm decays, CP violation, flavor anomalies, leptoquarks, dark matter models, and the interplay between flavor physics and collider phenomenology. Her group actively participates in international collaborations and workshops, including those at CERN, DESY, and Aspen Center for Physics. DFG Research Unit: Theoretical Flavor Physics Dortmund/Siegen BMBF Theorieverbund (2012-2015) Particle Theory Group at Dortmund: R&D on EOS Member of the HEP theory group at Dortmund Organizer of workshops on asymptotic safety and flavor physics Prof. Hiller supervises students and postdoctoral researchers, with recent seminar topics indicating active advising in areas like flavored dark matter, leptoquarks, proton decay, and flavor anomalies. She has taught courses including Introduction to Elementary Particle Theory, Theoretical Physics II, and General Relativity, demonstrating a strong commitment to education and mentorship.

Bernardo TelliniView profile

Professor

• Electrical Measurements
• Magnetic Characterization
• Battery Technology
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Bernardo Tellini is a Full Professor of Electrical and Electronic Measurements at the Department of Energy, Systems, Land, and Construction Engineering (DESTEC) at the University of Pisa, where he also serves as Vice-Rector for Doctoral Research. He has held this institutional role since 2020, overseeing doctoral program planning, accreditation, and admission procedures. Previously, he chaired the doctoral program in Energy, Electrical, and Thermal Engineering from 2012 to 2016 and served on the Leonardo da Vinci Doctoral School in Engineering from 2008 to 2016. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, University of Pisa (1999) Degree in Electrical Engineering, University of Pisa (1993) Postdoctoral research at Karlsruhe Research Center for Technology and Environment Industry experience at ABB Tellini's research focuses on electrical and magnetic measurement methodologies for high-power pulsed applications, characterization of electrical and magnetic properties of materials, aging processes in battery cells, and electromagnetic emissions from power circuits. His work spans from fundamental measurement theory to practical industrial applications, particularly in railway technologies where he represents the University on the Steering Committee of the District for Railway Technologies, High-Speed, and Network Safety in Tuscany. He has served as president of the European Pulsed Power Laboratories agreement and chaired major IEEE conferences including I2MTC 2015 and MELECON 2020. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on RFID-based localization systems , nanoparticle-enhanced optical sensors , and advanced battery characterization techniques . The research trajectory shows increasing integration of measurement science with emerging technologies like plasmonic sensing, microwire-based transducers, and smart systems for industrial monitoring. His team has developed innovative approaches for battery health monitoring under vibration stress, temperature sensing using magnetic materials, and precise localization methods using phase-based RFID systems. Professional Service: President of Italian Section of IEEE (2019-2021) Scientific director of Pisa research unit in Association of Electrical and Electronic Measurements (GMEE) Member of Certification Committee of Italcertifer SpA (since 2019) Representative on District for Railway Technologies Steering Committee (since 2013) Tellini has authored approximately 200 publications in international journals and conference proceedings. His leadership extends to academic governance through roles on the DESTEC Department Human Resources Committee and various university committees overseeing scientific qualifications and doctoral programs. His research bridges theoretical measurement principles with practical engineering solutions for energy systems, transportation infrastructure, and industrial monitoring applications.

• Environmental Chemistry
• Pollutant Transformation
• Waste Material Reusage
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Aleksandar R. Popović is a Full Professor at the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Applied Chemistry. He holds a PhD from the same institution and has held academic positions since 1997, progressing from Teaching Assistant to Full Professor by 2013. His research focuses on environmental pollutants, waste material reuse, and atmospheric deposition, leveraging biomonitoring techniques. He has led or participated in multiple national and international research projects, including studies on soil contamination, airborne pollutants, and environmental risk assessment. Beyond academia, he served as Serbia's Minister of Science and Environmental Protection (2004–2007) and Minister of Mining and Energy (2007–2008). Education: Bachelor's in Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade (1988–1993) Master's in Chemistry, Florida State University (1994–1996) PhD in Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade (1996–2002) Research Projects: Active: International Cooperation - COST Actions project (2022–2026) Completed: National Fundamental Research Projects on pollutant dynamics and soil contamination Committee Roles: Chairman of the Committee for Recognition of Foreign Higher Education Documents (2021–2024) Member of the Committee for Education Strategy His research interests emphasize chemical transformations of pollutants, waste material repurposing, and environmental chemistry. Notable work includes studies on PAHs in food products, trace metal speciation in sediments, and bioindicator applications using moss. His recent publications (2021–2025) address environmental pollution impacts on ecosystems, human health risks, and innovative remediation techniques. Grants and collaborations include funding from the European Commission and Serbian and Slovak governmental bodies. His interdisciplinary approach bridges analytical chemistry, environmental science, and policy, reflecting his dual academic and governmental experience.

David SeckelView profile

Professor

• Cosmic Ray Physics
• Neutrino Astrophysics
• High Energy Physics
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David Seckel is a Professor of Physics & Astronomy at the University of Delaware, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on cosmic rays, neutrino astrophysics, and the development of large-scale observatories like the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and the ANITA detector. He has contributed to studies of ultra-high-energy cosmic rays, neutrino detection techniques, and cosmological implications of particle interactions. Key research areas include analyzing atmospheric and astrophysical neutrino fluxes, probing cosmic ray composition via air shower measurements, and investigating neutrino emission from active galactic nuclei. His work leverages advanced detector technologies and machine learning methods for data analysis. Collaborations include the IceCube Collaboration, RNO-G radio array, and the PUEO payload for airborne neutrino detection.

Rotimi AlukoView profile

Professor

• Bioactive Peptides
• Functional Foods
• Nutraceuticals
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Dr. Rotimi Aluko is a Professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Bioactive Peptides at the University of Manitoba's Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences. He leads the Richardson Centre for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals, focusing on converting food proteins into bioactive peptides with health benefits. His research spans enzymatic hydrolysis, in vitro/in vivo testing, and statistical modeling to identify peptides targeting metabolic disorders like hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Education: PhD (Food Science, University of Guelph), MSc and BSc (Biochemistry, Nigeria). He joined the University of Manitoba in 2001 after roles at Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada. Awards include CRC Tier 1 and Fellowships from CIFST, IFT, and AOCS. Research interests include protein structure-function relationships, functional foods, and nutraceuticals. His work emphasizes natural products' health benefits, reducing healthcare costs, and enhancing Canadian crop value. He supervises graduate students and postdocs, fostering equity/diversity/inclusion. Labs/Teams: Richardson Centre for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals. Collaborations focus on peptide discovery, food technology, and sustainable agriculture.