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Mijian XuView profile

Research Fellow

• Seismotectonics
• Seismic imaging
• Geodynamics
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Mijian Xu is a Research Fellow at Nanyang Technological University who joined the MIG research group in December 2021. His academic background includes a PhD in Geology from Nanjing University (2021) and an MSc in Geophysics from the same institution (2016). His research focuses on investigating Earth's inner structures in the Tibetan Plateau and surrounding regions. Xu specializes in using receiver function techniques to image earth discontinuities, velocity structures, and anisotropies. As an advocate of open-source software, he has developed significant tools for seismic data processing including Seispy and SplitRFLab . Seismotectonics Seismic imaging Geodynamics of Tibetan Plateau Wavefield Simulation in Complex Media Xu's publications demonstrate expertise in developing computational methods for seismic analysis, particularly his 2022 paper on Seispy which presents a Python module for batch calculation and post-processing of receiver functions. His 2018 Earth and Planetary Science Letters paper provides insights into the subducted Indian slab and the origin of the Tengchong volcano in Southeast Tibet.

• Sustainable Design
• Circular Economy
• Design for Food Systems
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Eleonora Fiore is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering and Architecture at the University of Parma, where she actively contributes to teaching and research in sustainable design and systems innovation. She teaches core design courses such as Concept Design and Modelling, Drawing and Rendering for Design in the Sustainable Design for Food Systems undergraduate program. Her research spans interdisciplinary domains focusing on sustainable design, circular economy, and digital integration in socio-technical systems. Key areas include the Internet of Things (IoT), life cycle management of electronic products, participatory visual identity development, and digital ecosystems for tourism in inner areas. Her work emphasizes systemic and collaborative approaches to environmental and societal challenges. The recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward systemic design solutions for sustainability, particularly in waste valorization (e.g., plasmix) and digital transformation in underdeveloped regions. Her research integrates design thinking with engineering and environmental management, often in international collaborations. She has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. Dr. Fiore supervises design projects and collaborates on research platforms but no formal advisees are mentioned. Her work is embedded in applied, practice-led research with real-world implementation, particularly in circular economy and digital platform development. There is no mention of external grants or funding sources. She is involved in collaborative research initiatives such as the PHOENIX project on plasmix waste and B4R's visual identity design, reflecting engagement in multidisciplinary teams focused on sustainability and community-driven innovation.

• Zooarchaeology
• Stable Isotope Science
• Animal Domestication
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Prof. Dr. Cheryl Makarewicz is a Professor of Protohistoric Archaeology and Social Archaeology at the Institute of Pre- and Protohistoric Archaeology , Christian-Albrechts-University, Kiel . She is actively involved in the CRC 1266 Scales of Transformation and the ROOTS Cluster of Excellence , focusing on human-animal-environment interactions in prehistoric societies. Her research expertise spans zooarchaeology , stable isotope science , and bioarchaeology , with fieldwork conducted in Jordan, Mongolia, South Africa, Italy, and Inner Asia. She investigates early animal domestication, pastoral economies, Neolithic subsistence, and methodological rigor in isotopic analysis. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend in isotopic methodologies applied to diverse contexts: from reconstructing Neolithic foddering practices and urban elite provisioning to understanding hominin habitat use and ancient climate dynamics. Her work integrates multi-proxy data, including n-alkanes, collagen, and enamel isotopes, to achieve high-resolution reconstructions of past lifeways. She has contributed to major journals such as Scientific Reports , Journal of Archaeological Science , PLoS One , Antiquity , and Quaternary International , often in collaborative, international teams. Scientific Leadership and Methodology: Develops best practices in isotope archaeology Pioneers high-resolution intra-tooth and biomarker analyses Integrates ethnoarchaeological and geoarchaeological methods As a principal investigator, she leads or contributes to projects such as the El-Hemmeh Project in Jordan and studies on Trypillia mega-sites, Xiongnu elites, and Afanasievo pastoralism. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., Marxist value theory) with empirical data, advancing understanding of social complexity in early agricultural societies. Laboratories and Teams: Works within the Institute of Prehistoric and Protohistoric Archaeology at Kiel Collaborates with international teams across Europe, North America, and Asia Engages in multidisciplinary clusters including ROOTS and CRC 1266

• Density Functional Theory
• Materials Science
• Computational Physics
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Stefaan Cottenier is a Professor at Ghent University holding an OCAS endowed chair position. His email address (stefaan.cottenier@ugent.be) confirms his primary affiliation with this Belgian institution. He maintains an active research profile with numerous publications in high-impact journals and regularly presents at international conferences. Professor Cottenier's research spans multiple domains within computational materials science, with a strong focus on Density Functional Theory (DFT) applications. His work encompasses hyperfine interactions, nuclear materials for fusion reactors, Earth's inner core modeling, and the application of machine learning to materials science problems. He has developed significant expertise in error analysis for DFT calculations and has contributed to benchmarking standards for computational materials science. His recent publications reveal a consistent trend toward interdisciplinary research connecting fundamental physics with practical applications. He has made notable contributions to understanding hydrogen transport in metals, thermoelectric materials, battery cathode materials, and the computational verification of DFT implementations. His work often bridges theoretical calculations with experimental validation, particularly in the field of hyperfine interactions where his group has developed specialized methodologies. Professor Cottenier is a prominent figure in the computational materials science community, evidenced by his numerous invited talks at international conferences and workshops. His leadership in the Delta project for DFT benchmarking has positioned him as a key contributor to establishing standards for computational accuracy in the field. While specific awards aren't listed in the available information, his publication record in top journals like Nature Reviews Physics and Science demonstrates significant recognition from his peers. His research group appears to focus on high-impact problems in materials science with applications ranging from energy production (fusion reactors) to advanced electronics (quantum dots, 2D materials). The collaborative nature of his work is evident from the large number of co-authors across different institutions, suggesting strong international connections and interdisciplinary teamwork. His YouTube channel featuring conference talks indicates an active engagement with the broader scientific community through knowledge dissemination.

Anna Nilsson HammarView profile

Researcher

• Early Modern History
• History of Knowledge
• Ethics
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Anna Nilsson Hammar is a Researcher and Assistant Head of Department at the Department of History , Lund University . She coordinates the Bachelor's program in History and contributes to the Lund Centre for the History of Knowledge (LUCK) as deputy director. Her roles span research, teaching, and digital humanities development. Research Interests: Focused on early modern history (1500-1800), Anna explores ethics, morality, inner life , and knowledge circulation . Methodologically rooted in conceptual history and cultural history , her work bridges phenomenology and digital humanities . Key projects include studies on servant agency in aristocratic households and digital archiving of special collections. Research Output Trends: Her publications emphasize early modern knowledge communities , conceptual transformations , and digital methodologies . Collaborative works with scholars like S. Norrhem and J. Östling dominate her output, focusing on Sweden as a case study for broader European intellectual shifts. Scientific Awards: Elected member of the Svenska Historiska Föreningen (2019) Recipient of the Hans Idéns Fund Prize (2012) Collaborative Network: Anna actively supervises doctoral projects (e.g., Meritocratic Lives ), organizes international academic visits, and participates in networks like the History of Knowledge: the Nordic Network . She contributes to Global Intellectual History and Historisk Tidskrift as editor and reviewer. Labs and Teams: Involved in Humanities Lab and LUCK , she collaborates on digitization initiatives ( Guide to Special Collections ). Her team includes historians, digital researchers, and cross-disciplinary scholars from institutions like Nordic Academic Press and Routledge.

David KeaysView profile

Professor

• Sensory Neuroscience
• Developmental Neuroscience
• Magnetoreception
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Prof. David Keays serves as Chair of Organismal and Developmental Neurobiology within the Faculty of Biology at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU). He leads the Keays Lab, a core component of the Munich Center for Neurosciences (MCN) and Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences (GSN), where he also holds a Scientific Board position. His research integrates advanced methodologies including 2-photon imaging, electrophysiology, and CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing to address fundamental questions in sensory and developmental neuroscience. Keays' research focuses on three interconnected domains: the biophysical mechanisms of animal magnetoreception, the role of microtubule mutations in neurodevelopmental disorders, and the evolutionary neurobiology of monotremes. His lab employs reductionist experimental approaches to investigate how magnetic fields are detected, how tubulin mutations disrupt neuronal migration, and why egg-laying mammals possess unique neural architectures. This work spans molecular genetics, cellular imaging, and comparative neuroanatomy. Analysis of Keays' recent publications (2019-2025) reveals dominant research trajectories in avian magnetoreception mechanisms and tubulin-related neuropathologies. Key themes include cryptochrome protein function, iron-based magnetic sensing structures, and the developmental consequences of tubulin mutations. His work bridges quantum biology, clinical neurology, and evolutionary neuroscience, demonstrating consistent innovation in both conceptual frameworks and technical methodologies. Scientific awards and honors are not documented in the available source materials. Keays mentors doctoral candidates including Patrick Heisterkamp, Carolina Duro, Alexandra Vilceanu, and Thamari Kapuruge. His research program receives competitive funding, though specific grant details are not provided in the source texts. The lab actively contributes to graduate training through the GSN and maintains rigorous standards for data integrity and publication ethics. The Keays Lab operates within LMU's Neurobiology department, maintaining specialized facilities for 2-photon imaging, single-cell sequencing, and transgenic model development. The team collaborates extensively with MCN and GSN affiliates, utilizing cerebral organoid systems and quantum magnetic imaging to advance understanding of sensory processing and neurodevelopment. Current infrastructure supports high-resolution in vivo imaging and molecular manipulation of neural circuits.

• Central Eurasian history
• East Asian history
• Linguistics
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Christopher I. Beckwith serves as Full Professor in the Department of Central Eurasian Studies at Indiana University, Bloomington, a position he has held since 1994 after progressing from Lecturer (1976) to Associate Professor (1987) in the predecessor Department of Uralic and Altaic Studies. His international academic footprint includes visiting professorships at the University of Hawaii, National Museum of Ethnology (Osaka), Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, University of Vienna, and Sorbonne. His educational foundation comprises: Ph.D. in Inner Asian Studies, Indiana University (1977) M.A. in Tibetan, Indiana University (1974) B.A. in Chinese, Ohio State University (1968) Beckwith's research integrates historical linguistics and religious studies to examine cultural transmission across Eurasia, with concentrated expertise in ancient/medieval Central Eurasian-East Asian interactions, early Buddhist developments, Old Tibetan/Chinese linguistic reconstruction, and cross-cultural onomastics. His methodological approach combines philological precision with broad historical analysis to trace religious and linguistic diffusion patterns. His scholarly recognition includes the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship (1986) and KHK Visiting Research Fellowship (2011-2012), the latter supporting his project The Influence of Central Eurasian Religious Beliefs on the Cultures of the Periphery . While no formal advisees are documented in the source materials, his research has been sustained through major fellowships including the MacArthur and KHK grants. The absence of laboratory or team affiliations in the provided text suggests independent scholarly work focused on archival and textual analysis.

• Asian History
• Mongol Studies
• Qing Dynasty History
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Akira Yanagisawa is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Letters, Arts and Sciences and affiliated with the Institute for Central Eurasian History and Culture . His research focuses on Qing Dynasty history , Mongol studies , and Russo-Chinese diplomatic relations . He leads the Graduation Research course and teaches Modern Asia and Asian History seminars. Degree: Master's in Asian History Research Themes: Ethnic reorganization in Manchuria, Qing military logistics, Inner Asian cultural contacts Grants: 20+ Japan Society for the Promotion of Science projects, including studies on Eight-Banner system and trade route development His work analyzes Manchu archival materials from Beijing, Taipei, and international collections, focusing on ethnic identity formation through imperial policies. Key publications include studies on Qing state caravans and Kiakhta Treaty negotiations . Fieldwork includes expeditions along the Amur River (2004) and Nerchinsk (2005). Current projects examine multilingual translation challenges in Qing-Russia diplomacy and ethnic mobility across East Asian borders.

• Social Pedagogy
• Children's Services
• Children's Workforce
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Claire Cameron is the UK's first Professor of Social Pedagogy at University College London (UCL), Social Research Institute, where she has been based since 2013. She also holds a conjunct professorship at the University of Newcastle, Centre for Excellence in Equity in Higher Education, Australia since 2016. As a member of the Thomas Coram Research Unit, Professor Cameron leads research on children's and young people's lives, particularly those in disadvantaged circumstances, and researches the children's workforce. Professor Cameron's research interests focus on social pedagogy, which integrates care, education and upbringing - an approach well-established in continental Europe but emerging in the UK. Her work spans several key areas: Children's services and the children's workforce Children's and young people's experiences in families and with services Family livelihoods and their impacts on children and wellbeing Children in Care, Care Leavers, and Education of Children in Care Professor Cameron's recent publication output shows a strong focus on urban childhoods, inequality, mental health in coastal communities, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on young families. Her 2025 book "Urban Childhoods: Growing up in inequality and hope" represents a significant contribution to understanding the challenges faced by children in urban environments. Her research often employs cross-national methods and works at the intersection of academia and practice, collaborating with local authorities and NGOs across multiple European countries. Professor Cameron has received funding from several major sources including: NIHR (National Institute for Health Research) for projects like "Play in Urban Spaces for Health" and "Fair Food Futures" UKRI-ESRC for the "Coastal Youth" project exploring the impact of coastal towns on young people's life chances ActEarly funding for research on inequalities of access to early childhood services As a supervisor, Professor Cameron currently advises six doctoral students and welcomes inquiries from prospective students interested in social pedagogy, children's workforce, education of looked after children, foster care, residential care, early childhood education and care, with a particular interest in European perspectives and cross-national methods. Her work aligns with several UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 1 (No Poverty), Goal 3 (Good Health and Well Being), and Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).

• Isotope geology
• Metallic ore genesis
• Paleoclimate
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Professor David Selby is a distinguished geoscientist specializing in isotope geochemistry at Durham University's Department of Earth Sciences. With over two decades of academic experience, he has established himself as a leading expert in the application of the Re-Os isotope system to geological problems. His research spans economic geology, paleoclimate reconstruction, and the study of sedimentary systems, with significant contributions to understanding metallogenesis and Earth's historical climate changes. Dr. Selby earned his BSc from Southampton University in 1994 and completed his PhD at the University of Alberta, Canada in 1999. Following postdoctoral research at the same institution, he joined Durham University in 2005, progressing from Lecturer to his current position as Professor. His academic journey reflects a consistent focus on developing and applying the Re-Os isotope system to diverse geological contexts. Selby's research interests center on isotope geology applications to metallic ore genesis, timescale calibration, isotope stratigraphy, mass extinction events, paleoclimate, macroalgae, and the Anthropocene. He specializes in rhenium-osmium isotope studies of organic-bearing sedimentary rocks, sulfide minerals, and organic matter including macroalgae. His work involves developing laboratory techniques for extracting rhenium and osmium from geological samples, advancing methodologies in geochronology. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on applying Re-Os geochronology to diverse geological problems, including oceanic anoxic events, porphyry copper deposits, paleoenvironmental reconstruction, and mineralization timing. His research demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches combining geochronology with structural geology, sedimentology, and climate science to address fundamental questions about Earth's history. William Smith Medal from the Geological Society of London (2025) Fellow of the Geological Society of America (2018) Durham University award for excellence in doctoral supervision (2014) William Smith Fund from the Geological Society of London (2009) Best Paper - Honourable Mention from the Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists (2003) Professor Selby has supervised numerous doctoral students, including current PhD candidates Sirui Huang and Jennifer Taylor. His research has been supported by substantial grants including NSF-NERC Research Grant (2021-2024), Total Ph.D. Scholarships, NERC Catalyst Research Grants, and multiple industry-funded projects. He serves on editorial committees for the Journal of Geology and Exploration and the Society of Economic Geologists Fellowships. His research is conducted in the Source Rock and Sulfide Geochronology and Geochemistry Laboratory and Arthur Holmes Laboratory, which form an integral part of the Durham Geochemistry Centre. Current research projects include investigating climatic change on the Greenland Ice Sheet, tracking marine excursions in Baffin Bay, and studying temporal constraints of magmatism and mineralization.

Jill K. FahyView profile

Professor

• Executive Functions
• Cognitive-Communication Disorders
• Acquired Language Disorders
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Jill K. Fahy serves as Professor in the Department of Communication Disorders and Sciences at Eastern Illinois University, where she holds dual leadership roles as Interim Director of STEP (Students' Transitional Education Program) for students with autism and Co-Director of the Autism Center. Her clinical specialization focuses on executive dysfunction assessment for clients with complex comorbid conditions, providing diagnostic insights across academic, social, and vocational domains. Her educational credentials include: Masters in Clinical/School Psychology (+30 hours) from Eastern Illinois University (2011) M.A. in Speech and Hearing Science from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (1992) B.A. in French from Eastern Illinois University (1988) Dr. Fahy's research revolutionizes understanding of executive functions through the lens of speech-language pathology, examining self-talk mechanisms for self-regulation and developing assessment frameworks for school-aged populations. Her work bridges clinical neuroscience with practical intervention strategies, particularly for autism spectrum disorders where executive function deficits impact academic transition. International lectures disseminate her models for integrating language processes into cognitive rehabilitation. Publication trends reveal sustained focus on executive function applications since 2010, evolving from foundational neuroscience (Broca's area research) to developmental frameworks (The Source® textbook) and specialized school-based solutions. Her work consistently emphasizes transdisciplinary collaboration, translating complex cognitive concepts into actionable clinical protocols for speech-language pathologists. Teaching excellence defines her academic contributions: Hanner Teaching Excellence Award (2020) Three EIU Achievement and Contribution Teaching Awards (2011-2014, 2018-2019) She mentors through graduate clinical practicums while directing STEP's evidence-based programming. As Licensed SLP with ASHA certification since 1992, she maintains active clinical practice alongside academic duties, ensuring research remains grounded in real-world challenges. Her pre-university career in medical settings (acute care to home health) informs comprehensive approaches to neurological communication disorders. The Autism Center under her co-direction implements research into STEP's structured framework, developing executive function, social communication, and self-regulation capacities for university students with autism. This integrated model transforms campus support services through speech pathology expertise while generating valuable transition outcome data.

• Marine Bioacoustics
• Sensory Ecology
• Neuroecology
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Dr Lucille Chapuis is an ARC DECRA Fellow at La Trobe University's Ecological Plant and Animal Sciences school in Melbourne, specializing in marine bioacoustics and neuroecology. She pioneers low-cost acoustic monitoring technologies and novel imaging techniques to investigate hearing systems in aquatic organisms, particularly elasmobranchs and other marine species. Her work contributes significantly to global ocean monitoring initiatives and understanding of underwater soundscapes. Chapuis's research focuses on sensory ecology of aquatic organisms, exploring how fish and marine animals perceive and respond to underwater sound. Her work lies at the intersection of sensory biology, neuroecology, and conservation, with emphasis on understanding hearing mechanisms in fishes (including elasmobranchs and deep-sea species) and invertebrates. She investigates how soundscapes shape ecological interactions and how human-induced noise affects vulnerable marine life, combining passive acoustic monitoring, 3D bioimaging, and experimental neurophysiology. Her publications reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary marine acoustics research, combining traditional biological methods with cutting-edge computational approaches. Recent work emphasizes AI applications for coral reef soundscapes, low-cost monitoring technologies, and detailed anatomical studies of hearing systems across diverse marine taxa. Her research spans fundamental neuroanatomy to applied conservation, with increasing focus on anthropogenic noise impacts across multiple marine ecosystems. ARC DECRA Fellowship Swiss National Science Foundation Postdoc Mobility Fellowship Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship Chapuis leads international research collaborations focused on marine bioacoustics and sensory ecology. Her lab develops innovative tools including low-cost hydrophones (HydroMoth) for widespread acoustic monitoring of marine ecosystems. Current projects investigate the impacts of boat noise, deep-sea mining sounds, and other anthropogenic noise sources on marine organisms, contributing to evidence-based conservation strategies. She actively participates in global ocean monitoring initiatives addressing Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water). Dr Chapuis's lab explores how aquatic animals perceive, produce, and interact with sound in their environments, focusing on understudied taxa to uncover sensory adaptations. The team combines field studies with advanced bioimaging techniques to investigate hearing mechanisms across diverse marine species, from coral reef fish to deep-sea organisms.

Zhiyuan WanView profile

Associate Professor

• Software Engineering
• Software Security
• Programming Languages

Zhiyuan Wan is an Associate Professor in the College of Computer Science and Technology at Zhejiang University, China. His academic career spans multiple prestigious institutions across North America and Asia, with a focus on advancing software engineering practices through empirical research and tool development. Dr. Wan's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Computer Science from Zhejiang University (2014) His postdoctoral journey featured positions at: University of British Columbia, Canada (2019-2020) Singapore Management University (2018) Zhejiang University (2016-2020) Lehigh University, United States (2014-2015) Dr. Wan's research program centers on empirical software engineering with particular expertise in blockchain technologies and software security. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical tool development, focusing on: Smart contract security and vulnerabilities in cryptocurrency ecosystems Code search and recommendation systems for developer productivity Empirical studies of developer practices and challenges Impact of machine learning on software development workflows His approach combines rigorous empirical methods with practical tool building to address real-world challenges faced by software practitioners. Analysis of Dr. Wan's recent publications reveals a strategic evolution toward blockchain security research, beginning around 2020 with studies on smart contract security and expanding to cover NFT ecosystems, Solana blockchain transactions, and cross-chain vulnerabilities. His work consistently applies empirical methods to uncover practical insights while developing tools that directly address identified challenges in software development. Dr. Wan actively contributes to the software engineering community through service on program committees for major conferences including ASE, ICSE, ESEC/FSE, and ISSTA. His academic leadership extends to mentoring relationships with students and collaborators across international institutions, though specific advisees are not documented in the provided materials.