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Verena KriechbaumerView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Plant Cell Biology
• Protein Biochemistry
• Endoplasmic Reticulum Structure and Function
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Verena Kriechbaumer is a Senior Lecturer in Biotechnology and Plant Sciences at the School of Biological and Medical Sciences, Oxford Brookes University . She is Deputy Director of the Oxford Brookes University Centre for Bioimaging and a leading expert in plant endoplasmic reticulum (ER) structure, membrane proteins, and auxin biosynthesis, utilizing biochemical techniques, high-resolution live cell imaging, and interdisciplinary approaches. Research Focus: Plant cell biology, ER architecture, auxin metabolic pathways, protein-membrane interactions, bioinformatics, and translational projects such as engineering plants to convert methane into biofuel. Key Techniques: FRET-FLIM, light sheet microscopy, single-particle tracking, and optogenetics. Publication Trends: Recent studies emphasize ER-membrane contact sites, organelle interaction networks, and the role of reticulons in viral trafficking and methane monooxygenase expression. Collaborative work spans physics, bioenergy, and industrial biotechnology. Scientific Awards: Fellowship from Korean Federation of Science and Technology Societies (2013) Santander Travel Fellowship (2018) Oxford Brookes Research Excellence Award (2020-21) Grants: Leverhulme Trust grant for "pMMO in plants" (2015-2017), STFC Harwell facility grants (2017-2021), BBSRC funding (2021-2026), and industry collaborations with Porton Biopharma Ltd. Labs & Teams: Leads the Endomembrane Structure and Function Group , collaborates with physicists at STFC Harwell Campus, and contributes to European Commission-funded projects like "Advanced Training for Next Generation Scientists in Spatio-Temporal Imaging."

• Wildlife Ecology
• Ecotoxicology
• Disease Biology
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James Leaphart is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department at the University of North Georgia (UNG). He earned a Ph.D. in Forestry and Natural Resources (Wildlife Ecology) from the University of Georgia in 2022, an M.S. in the same field in 2017, and a B.S. in Biology from the University of South Carolina Aiken in 2014. Ph.D., Forestry and Natural Resources (Wildlife Ecology), University of Georgia, 2022 M.S., Forestry and Natural Resources (Wildlife Ecology), University of Georgia, 2017 B.S., Biology, University of South Carolina Aiken, 2014 Dr. Leaphart specializes in wildlife ecotoxicology and disease biology, focusing on how anthropogenic pollution and disease affect animal health, physiology, reproduction, and behavior. His research spans mercury contamination, radiocesium accumulation, trace element dynamics, and parasitic infections in aquatic and semi-aquatic organisms. He collaborates on projects involving waterfowl, gamebirds, reptiles, amphibians, raccoons, river otters, beavers, pigs, fish, and invertebrates. His publications analyze contaminant bioaccumulation across ecosystems, including studies on mercury in waterfowl, radiocesium in fish, and parasitic impacts on dragonfly naiads. His work often intersects with public health risks, such as contaminant exposure in wild turkeys and game species. Dr. Leaphart teaches courses like BIOL 1108K (Principles of Biology II) and BIOL 2251K (Human Anatomy and Physiology I).

Cathy WhitingView profile

Professor

• Biology Education
• Vertebrate Physiology
• Reproductive Biology
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Cathy Whiting serves as a Professor in the Biology Department at the University of North Georgia, where she has taught since 2013 following prior appointments at Gainesville State College (1999-2012) and Wingate University (1994-1998). Her career spans over three decades with dual specializations in Vertebrate Physiology and Biology Education. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Florida (1994) M.S.T. in Zoology from the University of Florida (1989) B.S. in Biology from the University of Georgia (1985) Dr. Whiting's research integrates experimental physiology and pedagogical innovation. Current projects examine reptile reproductive biology through polypeptide growth factors, murine tissue responses to e-cigarette exposure including inflammatory markers, and concept mapping efficacy in medical/biology education. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes active learning techniques across courses like Human Anatomy and Physiology, Animal Physiology, and Histology. Recent publications demonstrate her commitment to evidence-based teaching, particularly the 2022 study on Biology Boot Camp's impact on freshman performance and her 2018 laboratory manual advancing student-centered anatomy education. She actively advises students in Biology, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Physician Assistant, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, and Pre-Nursing tracks while serving as Faculty Advisor for Baptist Collegiate Ministries.

Anna KortewegView profile

Professor

• Colonialism
• Racialization
• Indigeneity
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Anna Korteweg is a Professor at the Department of Sociology, University of Toronto Mississauga. She focuses on Muslim citizens in European and North American societies, examining issues related to the headscarf, 'honour-based' violence, Sharia law, and citizenship. Her current SSHRC-funded research explores the return of ISIS members to Europe and LGBTQ+ refugee politics. Research Interests: Her work bridges gender, religion, and ethnicity in immigrant integration, with a focus on citizenship, law, and policy . Recent projects analyze non-belonging through bordering practices and boundary formations. Publication Trends: Her recent articles (2021-2025) highlight intersections of migration, gendered racialization, and citizenship , particularly in European contexts. Key themes include queer asylum, humanitarian sponsorship, and postcolonial feminist analysis . Grants: Funded by SSHRC, DAAD, and CERIS, her research spans topics from Sharia arbitration to refugee resettlement . Academic Leadership: She served as Chair of the Department of Sociology (2015-20) and is co-editor of Social Politics: International Studies in Gender, State & Society .

Juan Carlos Linares CalderónView profile

Professor

• Ecology
• Climate Change
• Forest Management
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Juan Carlos Linares Calderón is a Full Professor at Pablo de Olavide University in the Department of Physical, Chemical and Natural Systems. His research focuses on Mediterranean relict forests' response to climate change through multidisciplinary approaches combining dendrochronology , ecophysiology , genomics , and epigenetics . PhD in Science (2008) from University of Jaén Principal Investigator in 10+ national/international projects Research Themes Specializing in climate change impacts on forest ecosystems , Linares leads the Forests Ecology and Global Change Lab . His work spans from individual tree responses to large-scale biogeographical patterns, challenging CO 2 -induced growth paradigms and emphasizing forest management as climate modulator. Scientific Contributions Over 162 publications with 82,704 reads and 9,074 citations Highly Cited Author status (Ioannidis et al., 2020) Developed SAPFLUXNET global transpiration database Email: jclincal@upo.es

• Precision Livestock Farming
• Animal Monitoring Systems
• Machine Learning Applications in Agriculture
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Tomas Norton is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Department of Biosystems at KU Leuven. He is actively affiliated with multiple research units including the Division of Bio-Environmental Control, the KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI), and the KU Leuven Institute for Integration of Micro- and Nano-scale Technologies (LIMNI). His work is centered at the Animal and Human (A2H) research unit located at Castle Park Arenberg. Dr. Norton's research focuses on precision livestock farming with particular expertise in computer vision, machine learning, and sensor technologies applied to animal monitoring. His current projects span sustainable agriculture, animal vocalization analysis, and bio-response monitoring systems across multiple species including poultry, pigs, and buffalo. He serves as promotor on numerous research initiatives funded through 2028-2029 that address critical challenges in sustainable food production while improving animal welfare. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward AI-driven solutions for animal monitoring, with particular emphasis on behavior recognition, health assessment through sound analysis, and robotic management systems. These works appear primarily in agricultural technology journals with a focus on practical implementation of advanced computational methods in farming contexts. As an academic leader, Dr. Norton serves on the Faculty Council of Bioscience Engineering, the Doctoral Committee for Bioscience Engineering, and the Departmental Council for Biosystems. He teaches courses including Modelling of Biosystems, Bioresponse Measurements and Process Control, and Sustainable Precision Livestock Farming, integrating his research expertise directly into his educational practice. His laboratory work within the A2H unit represents a multidisciplinary approach that bridges engineering, computer science, and animal science to develop practical technological solutions for modern agricultural challenges, with particular emphasis on sustainability and welfare improvements in livestock production systems.

Robert E BranniganView profile

Professor

• Male Reproductive Medicine
• Andrology
• Urology
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Robert E Brannigan is a Professor and Vice Chair of Clinical Urology in the Department of Urology at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine. He serves as Chief of Male Reproductive Medicine and Men's Health and holds the Janice Binstein Professorship in Urology. Dr. Brannigan directs the Andrology Fellowship program and serves as Assistant Director of Student Affairs in the Augusta Webster Office of Medical Education. Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine Department of Urology Center for Reproductive Science Center for Genetic Medicine Dr. Brannigan obtained his MD from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1992, completed residency training in Urology at Northwestern, and pursued a fellowship in Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. He joined the Northwestern faculty in 1999 and has trained numerous fellows, over half of whom now hold faculty positions at academic medical centers. His research focuses primarily on male reproductive medicine, with particular emphasis on fertility preservation (oncofertility) for male cancer patients, microsurgical procedures, and treatment of hypogonadism. His recent publications (2025) demonstrate continued active research in erectile dysfunction among young adults, fertility preservation in hematologic malignancy patients, transgender healthcare, and developing research standards for male infertility studies. His work spans clinical urology, reproductive medicine, and men's health with significant contributions to sexual dysfunction treatment and fertility preservation protocols. Janice Binstein Professor of Urology (2024) Elected to American Association of Genitourinary Surgeons (2022) Multiple teaching awards including Resident Teaching Awards (2021, 2013) Gold Humanism Honor Society Faculty Member ASRM Service Milestone Award (2016) Multiple Outstanding Reviewer Awards from The Journal of Urology Dr. Brannigan has advised numerous fellows through the Andrology Fellowship program, with over half securing academic faculty positions. He has served on multiple national committees including the American Board of Urology Examination Committee, the American Urological Association Core Curriculum Committee, and has held leadership positions in the Society for Male Reproduction and Urology (past President) and the Society for the Study of Male Reproduction (past President). His extensive editorial experience includes serving as Editorial Editor for Fertility and Sterility and Assistant Editor for The Journal of Urology. He directs the Center for Reproductive Science advisory board and has been instrumental in developing Northwestern's fertility preservation programs, particularly for cancer patients and transgender individuals. His clinical work focuses on microsurgical vasectomy reversal, varicocelectomy, micro-TESE for sperm extraction, and treatment of hypogonadism including cases associated with aging and congenital conditions like Klinefelter's syndrome.

Kathryn HollingsworthView profile

Professor

• Children's Rights
• Youth Justice
• Criminal Justice
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Kathryn Hollingsworth serves as Professor of Law and Criminal Justice at the University of Sheffield's School of Law, a position she assumed in October 2024. Previously, she was Professor of Law at Newcastle University (2010-2024) and held academic posts at King's College London, Otago University (New Zealand), and Cardiff University. She has also been a visiting professor at Texas Tech University (USA), Melbourne University, and the University of New South Wales (Australia). Hollingsworth holds a BA (Hons) in Law from the University of Sheffield and a PhD from the University of Cambridge. Her research centers on children's rights within criminal justice systems, with specialized focus on judicial communication in children's sentencing, access to justice for young people, and the practical implementation of children's rights frameworks. She advocates for child-centered justice approaches that balance legal legitimacy with developmental needs, emphasizing how courts can communicate sentences effectively to children. Her work bridges criminological theory, legal practice, and children's rights advocacy, demonstrating how academic research directly informs judicial training and policy reform across multiple jurisdictions. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent thematic focus on youth justice evolution, with increasing attention to systemic challenges like Brexit's impact on child offenders and pandemic-related disruptions to court processes. Her interdisciplinary approach connects legal scholarship with psychology (judicial communication), sociology (youth justice systems), and bioethics (as seen in her genome editing research). Hollingsworth has received significant recognition for her scholarly contributions: Socio-Legal Studies Association Article Prize 2021 (with Helen Stalford) for 'This case is about you and your future': towards judgments for children Joint runner-up for Newcastle University's Impact Award (Policy and Practice) 2023 Vice Chancellor's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (Staff) Award 2018 (Newcastle University) Her policy impact extends through active advisory roles: as former trustee of Just for Kids Law (2016-2019), current member of the Youth Justice Legal Centre's Advisory Board, and chair/director of the Children Rights and Youth Justice CIC. She contributes to national discourse through the Academic Liaison Network of the Youth Justice Board and the Alliance for Youth Justice, while maintaining scholarly engagement with the Society of Legal Scholars, Socio-Legal Studies Association, and British Society of Criminology. At Sheffield, Hollingsworth is embedded in the Centre for Criminological Research and the Children and the Law research group, where she shapes both theoretical frameworks and practical applications of youth justice scholarship.

• Biomedical Ethics
• Global Health
• Haematology
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Professor Ian Kerridge is a renowned academic at the University of Sydney , where he holds the Chair in Bioethics and Medicine at Sydney Health Ethics (SHE) . He is also a Staff Haematologist/Bone Marrow Transplant physician at Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney. His career spans clinical practice, academic leadership, and interdisciplinary research, with a focus on bridging philosophical inquiry and empirical bioethics in healthcare. Education: Trained in medicine at the University of Newcastle, bone marrow transplantation (BMT) at the Royal Free Hospital in London, and philosophy at the Universities of Sydney, Newcastle, and Cambridge. Research Interests include biomedical ethics, public health ethics, organ transplantation, stem cell research, end-of-life care, and the socio-cultural implications of medical innovation. He has extensively explored conflicts of interest, over-diagnosis, and the commercialization of healthcare, particularly in reproductive medicine and transplantation. Teaching & Supervision : Coordinated the Masters in Bioethics program at the University of Sydney and supervises students across medicine, philosophy, nursing, and humanities in Honours, Masters, and Doctoral projects. Leadership Roles: Former Director of SHE (2003-2015) and the Clinical Unit in Ethics and Health Law at the University of Newcastle (1995-2001). Committee Memberships: Chair of the South East Sydney LHD Clinical Ethics Committee, member of the Australian Ethical Health Alliance (AEHA), NSW Health Ethics Advisory Panel, and Director of Praxis Australia. Publications : Authored 6 textbooks and over 500 peer-reviewed papers, with recent work examining the ethical implications of health data use, pandemic research integrity, and the cultural dimensions of assisted dying.

Elizabeth Heger BoyleView profile

Professor

• Women's Rights
• Human Rights
• Global Health
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Elizabeth Heger Boyle is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Minnesota, affiliated with the Minnesota Population Center and Life Course Center. Her research spans global health, gender studies, and sociological policy analysis.

Deborah LevisonView profile

Professor

• International development
• Child labor and education
• Survey research involving children
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Deborah Levison is a Professor at the University of Minnesota's Humphrey School of Public Affairs, affiliated with the Minnesota Population Center and Life Course Center. She holds a doctorate in economics from the University of Michigan, with training at the Population Studies Center. Education: Ph.D. in Economics (University of Michigan) Affiliations: IPUMS-International project, Animating Children’s Views (ACV) initiative Her research focuses on international development, child labor and education, survey research involving children, human rights of children, and population studies. She examines children's time use in low-income countries, integrating environmental sustainability and qualitative methodologies, including the ACV project's implementation of Article 12 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. Levison's recent articles explore adolescent attitudes toward abortion in Tanzania through video vignettes, children's environmental chores, and youth participation in the Global South. Her grants include NIH and NSF funding for population health, microdata research, and child aging studies in the Global South. Scientific Awards: 10 teaching awards She collaborates with researchers like Anna Bolgrien, S. Ruggles, and E.H. Boyle on projects involving IPUMS-International, reproductive health, and child development datasets. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for poverty reduction and environmental protection.

• Obesity
• Public Health
• Body Image
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Monika Bąk-Sosnowska is a Researcher at WSB University , where she serves as Director of the Center for Psychosomatics and Health Prevention (CPPZ) . Her work bridges medical sciences with a focus on obesity , body image , self-esteem , and health behaviors , particularly in chronic disease management and perinatal psychology. Email: monika.baksosnowska@wsb.edu.pl Research Interests: Obesity, Public Health, Body Image, Coping Strategies, Patient Adherence, Behavioral Nutrition Her recent publications explore topics like compulsive sexual behavior , mental health during pandemic restrictions , and psychological factors influencing treatment adherence . Despite having no listed awards or students, her work demonstrates a strong commitment to psychosomatic and preventive medicine, with 212 total publications, an h-index of 9 (Scopus), and a ministerial score of 3,326.

• International Relations
• Contemporary History
• Foreign Policy Analysis
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Diego S. Crescentino serves as Assistant Professor at the University of Deusto's Faculty of Social and Human Sciences, maintaining an active research profile bridging International Relations and Contemporary History. His transdisciplinary work examines foreign policy frameworks through historical lenses, with particular focus on Latin American geopolitical positioning and conceptual evolution of the Global South. Fluent in five languages (Spanish, English, German, French, Portuguese), he has conducted research stays at Columbia University, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, University of Erfurt, and multiple Brazilian institutions. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Contemporary History from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (international mention from Columbia University) M.A. in International Relations and African Studies (Universidad Autónoma de Madrid) B.A. in Political Science and Public Administration (Universidad Nacional de Cuyo) Crescentino holds ANECA accreditation for Assistant, Associate, and Private University Professor positions across the Spanish higher education system. Research interests span critical international relations theory with emphasis on utopian narratives in political positioning, Brazilian diplomatic evolution, environmental resistance movements, and migration policy frameworks. His work challenges traditional geopolitical binaries while examining how literary sources decode postcolonial resistance. Current projects analyze how far-right populism constructs covert utopias through environmental denial and the tension between extractivist geopolitics and community resilience. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal three key trajectories: deconstruction of Global South conceptualization through environmental agendas, analysis of academic influences on Brazilian diplomatic practice, and methodological innovations merging historical and IR frameworks. His scholarship employs qualitative analysis, process tracing, and interdisciplinary source triangulation to examine structural transformations in emerging economies and migration governance. Professional recognition includes: Juan de la Cierva Postdoctoral Fellowship (2024) at the Spanish National Research Council Margarita Salas Postdoctoral Fellowship at Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt While specific advisees aren't documented in the provided materials, his teaching manual "Cartografías disidentes" demonstrates engagement with critical theoretical frameworks at graduate level. Research collaborations with scholars like Sergio Caballero and Gabriela de Lima Grecco indicate participation in transnational academic networks. His work with the Grupo de Estudios Internacionales de la UAM continues critical scholarship traditions established through their academic journal and master's program. Crescentino's methodological approach combines historical analysis with contemporary policy examination, particularly through oral history integration with normative frameworks. His current research examines epistemic resistance strategies in Global South conceptualization and environmental utopianism within populist movements, building on extensive fieldwork across Latin American and European academic institutions.

• Humanities
• Arts
• Architectural Design
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Isabel Maria Dias Cabral is a Contracted Researcher at the Centre for Textile Science and Technology (2C2T) at Universidade do Minho, Portugal. She holds a Doctorate in Textile Engineering (2018) and has academic background in Industrial Design (2004) and multiple Masters in Textile and Design fields (2009, 2011). Her research focuses on smart materials applied to textile design, particularly color change materials, shape memory textiles, and sustainable practices. Doctorate in Textile Engineering (2018) Master in Space, Product and Communication Design (2009) Licenciatura in Industrial Design (2004) Her work explores intersections between Humanities (Arts, Architectural Design) and Engineering (Materials, Textiles). Key research areas include smart textiles , interactive materials , and ecological coloration , with a focus on thermochromic , photochromic , and hydrochromic textile systems. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expertise in natural dyes (eucalyptus, weld, madder), colorimetry in design education , and functionalization of materials for specific applications. She co-supervises PhD and MSc students in projects related to sustainable fashion , smart printed textiles , and ecological coloration . Scientific recognition includes: CEECIND award (2022) Post-Doc grant (2018) FCT PhD grant (2012) Active in project coordination (Bioeconomia Têxtil e Vestuário_BE@T), educational outreach through workshops, and international collaboration with institutions in Sweden, Spain, and Belgium. Her work bridges art , science , and technology in textile innovation.

Sung Kyun ParkView profile

Professor

• Environmental epidemiology
• Multi-pollutants and pollutant mixtures
• Exposome
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Sung Kyun Park, ScD, MPH is a Professor in both Epidemiology and Environmental Health Sciences at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, with additional affiliation at the Kresge Hearing Research Institute within the University of Michigan Medical School. His academic journey began at Seoul National University where he earned his BS in Food Science and Technology (1998) and MPH in Environmental Health (2000), followed by an ScD in Environmental Epidemiology from Harvard University (2005). Dr. Park's research focuses on environmental epidemiology with particular emphasis on multi-pollutant exposures and their impact on human health. His work spans several critical health domains including cardiometabolic diseases, reproductive aging in women, and neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's disease. He has developed innovative statistical approaches for assessing chemical mixtures through his Environmental Risk Score (ERS) methodology. His laboratory, the Michigan Multi-Pollutant Epidemiology Group (MPEG), leads major research initiatives including the Study of Women's Health Across the Nation Multi-Pollutant Study (SWAN-MPS) and the Study of the Environment and Alzheimer's Disease and related Dementias (SEAD). These projects investigate how environmental exposures individually and as mixtures affect health outcomes across the lifespan. Analysis of Dr. Park's recent publications reveals a strong focus on chemical mixtures, particularly PFAS, heavy metals, and endocrine disruptors, and their associations with metabolic disorders, women's health outcomes, cognitive function, and neurodegenerative diseases. His work frequently employs sophisticated statistical methods to address the complexities of multi-pollutant exposures. Dr. Park serves as Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded research projects including R01 grants examining environmental factors in Alzheimer's disease (AG070897) and metabolic disease (ES026578), demonstrating sustained research excellence and funding success. In addition to his research, Dr. Park is actively involved in student mentorship and education, teaching advanced courses in environmental epidemiology data analysis using R programming language. His commitment to training the next generation of environmental health scientists is evident through his course development and teaching of EHS675/EPID675, EPID798, and EPID815.