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Arjun P. AthreyaView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Health
• Precision Medicine
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Arjun P. Athreya, Ph.D., M.S., is an Associate Professor at Mayo Clinic's Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics , specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Health for precision medicine. With a background in Electrical and Computer Engineering, he bridges engineering ecosystems with clinical practice to optimize treatment selection and management through data integration from genomics , wearables , and electronic health records . Ph.D., University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Electrical and Computer Engineering) M.S., Carnegie Mellon University (Computer Software Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering) B.E., RV College of Engineering, VTU (Electrical and Telecommunication Engineering) His research spans precision care for chronic conditions like major depressive disorder and bipolar depression , digital health technologies for pediatric mental health , and provider well-being solutions. He leads projects on multi-omic biomarker discovery for diseases such as primary sclerosing cholangitis and pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma , integrating AI with clinical workflows. Dr. Athreya’s work emphasizes participatory design in decentralized digital health studies and ethical AI applications. Current projects include National Institute of Nursing Research -funded studies on smartwatch adherence for burnout prediction and National Science Foundation initiatives to implement patient-specific therapy profiles in EHRs for genomic medicine. His research team collaborates with psychiatrists, gastroenterologists, and bioethicists across Mayo Clinic. Scientific Awards: American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics Presidential Trainee Award (2017-2019) Jason Morrow Memorial Award (2017) IEEE Best Paper Awards (2016, 2017) Rambus Computer Engineering Fellowship (2017) Carnegie Mellon Dean’s Fellowship (2011-2013)

Irina D. MantaView profile

Professor

• Intellectual Property Law
• Torts
• Privacy Law
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Irina D. Manta is Professor of Law and Founding Director of the Center for Intellectual Property Law at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law, Hofstra University. She has previously served on the faculties of Case Western Reserve University, University of Chicago, Fordham, Cardozo, Brooklyn, George Washington, and Arkansas law schools, and was a Bigelow Fellow at Chicago. She clerked for Judge Morris S. Arnold on the Eighth Circuit and earned her J.D. and B.A. from Yale University. Her research focuses on intellectual property, torts, privacy, internet law, national security, immigration, and the intersection of law with psychology and economics . She explores how legal doctrines interact with human behavior and institutional design, particularly in digital and transnational contexts. Her recent scholarship, published in top journals like NYU Law Review , Texas Law Review , and Vanderbilt Law Review , centers on citizenship, denaturalization, online deception, trademark law, and the criminalization of IP violations . Her articles reveal a consistent interest in the boundaries of legal protection, individual rights, and systemic fairness in evolving technological and political landscapes. She has received the Lawrence A. Stessin Prize for Outstanding Scholarly Publications and has been a Visiting Scholar at Waseda University. She contributes to public discourse through op-eds in The Washington Post , Scientific American , and SCOTUSBlog, and co-hosts the podcast Strangers on the Internet . Manta has taught courses in Torts, Property, Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Copyright, International IP, and Law & Social Science . She co-authored a textbook on criminal aspects of IP and advises on policy issues involving privacy, free speech, and digital rights. She has delivered over 100 talks worldwide and engages in interdisciplinary research linking law with empirical social science. She is actively involved in academic and public discourse through her role at Hofstra’s Center for Intellectual Property Law and her collaborations with scholars such as Cassandra Burke Robertson, David S. Olson, and Gregory Dolin.

Reza AbiriView profile

Assistant Professor

• Robotics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Brain Machine Interfaces
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Dr. Reza Abiri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Rhode Island's College of Engineering. His research focuses on translational neurorobotics, combining biosignal control systems with AI-enabled medical robotics to address neurorehabilitation challenges. He leads the Translational Neurorobotics Laboratory (TN Lab), established in Fall 2021 with NSF CAREER 2025 funding. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow, University of California, San Francisco and UC Berkeley (2021) Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, University of Tennessee (2017) M.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran (2011) B.Sc., Mechanical Engineering, K.N. Toosi University of Technology, Iran (2009) Dr. Abiri's research spans multiple disciplines including robotics, artificial intelligence, brain-machine interfaces, and biomedical engineering. His work addresses critical challenges in decoding neural activity for motor control, developing novel actuation mechanisms, and enhancing neurorehabilitation technologies through advanced signal processing and AI integration. Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on brain-computer interfaces, attention training, and robotic rehabilitation systems. Key topics include EEG signal analysis, shared autonomy algorithms, multimodal AI frameworks, and magnetic actuation technologies. These works reveal a consistent pattern of innovation in connecting neural signals with robotic control systems. Scientific Recognition: NSF CAREER Award (2025) Dr. Abiri's TN Lab develops computational methods to overcome translational barriers in neurorehabilitation and motor control restoration. The lab's work integrates machine learning with biosignal processing to create advanced human-machine interaction systems, particularly focusing on noninvasive neural interfaces and their practical applications in healthcare robotics.

• Constitutional Law
• European Union Law
• International Law
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Dr. Ewa Michałkiewicz-Kądziela is an Assistant Professor and Vice-Dean for International Cooperation at the Faculty of Law and Administration of the University of Szczecin. Her research focuses on constitutional law, European Union law, international law, and human rights protection mechanisms. Key areas of interest include digital identity legal frameworks, challenges posed by emerging technologies like deepfakes, and comparative analyses of human rights protection across national, EU, and international systems. She holds a doctorate in law from the University of Szczecin (2019) with a dissertation on 'The Right to Human Identity in Polish and International Law.' Her teaching spans constitutional law, EU law, bioethics legal foundations, and human rights protection. Dr. Michałkiewicz-Kądziela actively contributes to academic governance through roles in international cooperation teams, educational quality assurance, and curriculum development. Her recent publications address pressing issues such as constitutional court reform, digital disinformation threats, and legal boundaries of emerging technologies. Her work bridges theoretical legal scholarship with practical policy implications, particularly in areas like electoral integrity, judicial independence, and bioethics. She maintains strong ties with the Centre for Legal Analysis at the University of Szczecin, contributing to interdisciplinary research projects.

Michael W. BuschView profile

Researcher

• Organizational Behavior
• Leadership Studies
• Team Dynamics
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Priv.-Doz. Dr. Michael W. Busch is a Lecturer and Researcher at the Institute of Management & Leadership Development at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt. His research focuses on organizational behavior, leadership dynamics, and team effectiveness. He leads projects such as JOBCRAFT , exploring job crafting to enhance employee fulfillment, and Teamlernen und Teamdynamik , analyzing team learning and burnout prevention. His work emphasizes agile management, leadership styles, and the intersection of organizational structure with human factors. Dr. Busch has published extensively on topics like shared leadership, team collaboration, and workplace innovation, with over 90 publications since 2004. He received the Best Paper Award Innovation Management 2009 and is active in academic conferences and media commentary on workforce dynamics. Key Research Areas: Job Crafting, Agile Organizations, Leadership Styles, Team Dynamics Projects: JOBCRAFT (2023–2024), Team Learning Dynamics (2019–2020) Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on organizational agility and leadership in transformation processes. Scientific Contributions Dr. Busch's research bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in modern work environments such as burnout, employee engagement, and self-organization. His analysis of team learning and leadership roles provides actionable insights for organizational development. Recent work explores the role of 'humble leadership' in fostering innovation and resilience. Awards & Recognition Best Paper Award Innovation Management (2009)

Katherine J. KuchenbeckerView profile

Professor

• Haptics
• Robotics
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Katherine J. Kuchenbecker is the Director of the Haptic Intelligence Department at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Stuttgart, Germany, and an Honorary Professor at the University of Stuttgart. She previously held a tenured position as an Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Her research focuses on haptic interfaces and sensing systems, enabling users to interact with virtual and distant objects through touch. She earned her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University and completed postdoctoral research at Johns Hopkins University. Her academic journey includes leadership roles such as co-chair of the IEEE Technical Committee on Haptics and associate editorships for major conferences. She has received numerous awards, including the NSF CAREER Award (2009), IEEE Academic Early Career Award (2012), and elevation to IEEE Fellow (2021). Her work spans applications in medical robotics, teleoperation, and human-robot interaction. Kuchenbecker’s research emphasizes translating haptic technology into real-world applications, such as surgical training, tactile feedback in virtual environments, and assistive devices. Her team’s contributions include innovations in wearable haptic devices and tactile sensing for robots. She frequently delivers keynote addresses and chairs international conferences, furthering the field’s global impact. Her publications highlight advancements in haptic feedback systems, surgical robotics, and biomimetic sensors. She also advocates for diversity and leadership in academia, serving as Spokesperson for the International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems since 2017.

Kimmo ErikssonView profile

Professor

• Mathematics/Applied Mathematics
• Cultural Evolution Theory
• Social Norm Dynamics
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Kimmo Eriksson is a Professor of Mathematics/Applied Mathematics at Mälardalen University (MDU), serving as subject representative for his field and a research fellow in the university's 'AI and Society' initiative. He holds a part-time role conducting research at the Institute for Futures Studies, focusing on the dynamics of opinions and social norms. His work bridges mathematics, cultural evolution theory, and social sciences, emphasizing cross-cultural analyses of moral norms, polarization trends, and societal variation in norms. Key research themes include the application of formal models to predict cultural evolution, the impact of political and welfare policies on moral character, and the interplay between cognitive ability, ideology, and opinion formation. His interdisciplinary approach integrates quantitative methods with sociological theory, addressing contemporary issues like pandemic-induced behavioral changes and the societal implications of AI. Recent studies explore global shifts in moral attitudes, the role of emotional mechanisms in norm enforcement, and the relationship between education and cognitive development. Dr. Eriksson's research has been published in leading interdisciplinary journals, emphasizing empirical cross-cultural studies and theoretical modeling. His work often involves large-scale data collection across multiple countries, such as analyses of 43 nations during the early COVID-19 pandemic to assess shifts in social norms. He also investigates foundational topics in mathematics education, including the effectiveness of teacher training programs and student achievement predictors. Though no formal awards are listed, his extensive publication record reflects recognition in academic circles. His current projects aim to advance understanding of how societal structures and individual psychology interact to shape moral values and cooperation behaviors. Collaborations span institutions globally, reflecting his commitment to addressing complex societal challenges through rigorous, cross-disciplinary research.

• Educational Sciences
• Pedagogy
• Equity in Education
• +6 more

Cecilia Thorsen is a Senior Lecturer in Education at University West, Sweden. She holds a PhD in Educational Sciences (2014) and serves as an active researcher in the Division of Educational Science and Languages. Her academic roles include teaching assessment methodologies, equity in education, and quantitative research methods at both undergraduate and doctoral levels. She supervises students across multiple programs. Research Focus: Academic Resilience: Investigates factors predicting resilience among students from disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly through projects like COMPASS (Changes in Compensatory Abilities in Schools). Student Motivation: Examines classroom dynamics, teacher-student relationships, and motivational practices in multilingual education contexts. Educational Equity: Studies how school-level factors and grading systems influence student outcomes, with a focus on reducing achievement gaps. Key Projects & Awards: Principal investigator in longitudinal studies using PISA and PIRLS data to identify school-level resilience predictors. Co-leads cross-European research on mathematics motivation in primary education. Active in refining pedagogical approaches for L2 motivation, particularly in multilingual settings. Teaching & Mentorship: Designs courses on formative assessment and grading practices emphasizing equity. Supervises doctoral students in educational measurement and resilience research. Publications: Her work spans over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with recent focus on school-level resilience factors (2025), L2 motivation validation (2024), and cross-country analyses of educational psychology phenomena (2023-2024).

Sarah FayeView profile

Lecturer

• Contract Grading
• Disability Studies
• Rhetoric of Health and Medicine
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Sarah Faye is a Continuing Lecturer in the University Writing Program at the University of California, Davis. Her teaching emphasizes rhetorical analysis, genre studies, and student-centered pedagogy, with a focus on multilingual learners and online learning environments. She holds a BA in History from UC Davis, an MA in English from California State University, Sacramento, and multiple graduate certificates in teaching composition, TESOL, online writing instruction, and technical communication. Her research interests include contract grading, disability studies, the rhetoric of health and medicine, and the history of technical communication. Faye has presented widely at national and international conferences, exploring topics like inclusive grading practices, AI in technical communication classrooms, and multimodal assessment strategies. Her work prioritizes equitable pedagogy and inclusive learning environments across modalities, with a focus on fostering student agency through collaborative and transparent assessment systems. Recent presentations highlight innovations in hybrid course design, the ethical use of AI tools in education, and strategies for building online learning communities. Though no formal awards are listed, her extensive conference contributions demonstrate sustained engagement with cutting-edge educational practices and assessment methodologies.

Giulia GentileView profile

Lecturer

• Digital Law
• EU Constitutional Law
• Artificial Intelligence in Legal Systems
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Dr Giulia Gentile is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Essex , where she has been employed since 2023. She is a co-PI for the EU Horizon 2024-2027 collaborative project EXPRESS2 , focusing on digital constitutionalism and EU social contracts. Her research emphasizes human rights in digital societies, EU constitutional law, and AI's impact on legal systems. PhD in Law from King's College London (2021) LLM from King's College London (2016) Law Degree from University of Naples Federico II (2014) Giulia's research explores the intersection of digital technologies, legal frameworks, and EU law. She has led projects funded by the EU Commission and UKRI, addressing rule of law, public values, and digitization. Her work spans topics such as GDPR enforcement , AI in justice systems , and effective judicial protection under the EU Charter. Her recent publications analyze AI's ethical implications, digital regulation, and EU judicial federalism trends. Notably, her 2021 PhD thesis won the European Public Law Organization PhD Thesis Prize. She serves as Research Co-Director on AI at DICOPO and is a member of the Scientific Council of the Centre for AI & Digital Humanism . European Public Law Organization PhD Thesis Prize (2021) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2023) Giulia has provided expert evidence to the UK Parliament and European Commission on digital regulation and disabled citizens' rights. She is a qualified Italian lawyer with experience at the Court of Justice of the EU and Clifford Chance (Milan).

• Professional Ethics
• Medical Ethics
• Legal Practice
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Dr Mark Davies is a Reader in Law at the School of Law, Politics and Sociology, University of Sussex. His expertise spans professional ethics, medical negligence, legal practice, and higher education law. He is a non-practising Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Qualifications: BA, MPhil, PhD Key Affiliations: Member of the Law Society of England & Wales, International Association for Artificial Intelligence and Law (IAAIL) Mark Davies’ research focuses on the professional conduct of lawyers and medical practitioners, regulatory crises in professions, and the intersection of law with higher education. He has led projects on self-regulation challenges in medicine and law, and contributed to debates on academic immunity and tort reform. His recent articles address misinformation in medical regulation, legal frameworks for scientific research, and shifts in higher education governance. He welcomes PhD supervision in areas such as medical regulation, legal ethics, and professional liability. Scientific awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His teaching roles have encompassed Director of Undergraduate Law Programmes, LLB Director, and Sub-Dean, with external validation work for the Bar Standards Board and Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Gary AllenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Software Engineering
• Distributed Systems Development
• Aspect Oriented Programming
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Gary Allen is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the School of Computing and Engineering, University of Huddersfield. He is an active member of the Centre for Planning, Autonomy and Representation of Knowledge, the Centre for Sustainable Software Engineering, the Centre for Sustainable Computing, and an affiliate of the Centre for Autonomous and Intelligent Systems. He holds a PhD in Software Development Methods for Educational Use and has been with the university since 1990, first as a research assistant and then as a full-time lecturer since 1995. His research interests include: Software Engineering Distributed and Client-Server Systems Aspect-Oriented Programming Object-Oriented Analysis and Design Design Patterns Java Programming and JavaSpaces Software Engineering Education Integrated Project Support Environments His recent publications reflect a strong focus on software quality, empirical evaluation of programming paradigms, and educational applications of software engineering. He has contributed to studies on automated testing adoption, hybrid programming systems, and UML extensions, demonstrating a consistent thread in software design, modularity, and educational technology. His scientific contributions are aligned with sustainable computing and autonomous systems, supporting UN Sustainable Development Goals. He actively participates in peer-review for journals such as the Journal of Software: Evolution and Process and international conferences. He supervises PhD students and has been involved in multiple research supervision activities. His work integrates teaching and research, particularly in practical and pedagogical aspects of computer science. He is also engaged in activities related to knowledge representation and intelligent systems through his centre affiliations.

Sale Lilly IVView profile

Professor

• China's Economic Development
• Chinese Soft Power
• Crisis Wargaming
• +7 more

Sale Lilly IV is a Senior Policy Analyst and Professor at the RAND School of Public Policy. His research focuses on China's economic development, soft power, crisis wargaming, and military systems optimization. He holds an M.A. in Economic and Social History and Modern Chinese Studies from Oxford University, and a B.S. in Economics from the U.S. Naval Academy. His career includes eight years as a U.S. Navy officer and prior work in management consulting designing crisis simulations for Fortune 500 firms. Research interests span geopolitical competition, military strategy, and defense industrial analysis. Recent work addresses Sino-Russian military cooperation, Taiwan defense strategies, and the role of digital currencies in U.S.-China competition. His articles often combine historical patterns with forward-looking scenarios, particularly analyzing PLA vulnerabilities and U.S. strategic responses. Notable contributions include frameworks for assessing defense industrial bases and evaluating military training efficacy in great-power conflicts. Though no formal awards are listed, his work frequently appears in high-impact RAND publications and informs policy discussions on Indo-Pacific security, cyber resilience, and innovation trends.

Christopher A. MoutonView profile

Professor

• Technological Innovation
• Public Policy
• Artificial Intelligence
• +7 more

Christopher A. Mouton is a Senior Engineer at the RAND Corporation and Professor at the RAND School of Public Policy. His work focuses on technological innovation, public policy, and national security, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence (AI), information operations, aeronautics, and defense economics. He leads research to enhance special operations forces' effectiveness and counter foreign malign information campaigns. Education: Ph.D. in Aeronautics from California Institute of Technology Research Interests: AI applications in national security Cost-effectiveness analysis of defense investments Countering information warfare Biological weapon risk mitigation Military strategy and technology prioritization Key Contributions: Pioneer in detecting foreign information operations using AI Developed methodologies for defense technology prioritization Authored studies on AI's role in biological weapon risks Grants/Advising: Extensive Department of Defense-funded research Collaborations with U.S. Air Force and international partners Labs/Teams: Leads a multidisciplinary team at RAND focused on SOF operational effectiveness Part of AI and National Security Policy working groups

Roland Bartl AndreoliView profile

Lecturer

• AI in HR
• Coaching
• Change Management
• +9 more

Roland Bartl Andreoli is a Lecturer at Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences, where he teaches Project Management & Coaching in the Master's program. He is also a Principal Consultant and Member of the Management Board at Talent Solutions ManpowerGroup, specializing in career and talent management. His research and professional interests span AI in HR, coaching, change management, organizational development, leadership, and the role of humor in counseling. He emphasizes individualized employee support, agility in leadership, and the human-centric approach to digital transformation. The publications highlight trends in modern workforce dynamics, focusing on restructuring, AI in communication, leadership in change, and demographic inclusivity. His work bridges academic insights with practical consulting in organizational psychology and career development. Member of Management Board, Talent Solutions ManpowerGroup Principal Consultant, Career Management Former IT Project Manager and Enterprise Architect Co-founder of Techshare, an organization stemming from development work in Cameroon He has contributed to discussions on employability, leadership, and the future of work through articles in WEKA Knowledge, PersonalSchweiz, NZZ Jobs, FH Schweiz, and HR Today. No formal awards or students are listed. He is actively involved in professional networks such as LinkedIn and Xing and advocates for diversity, ethical leadership, and lifelong learning. His teaching and consulting reflect a deep commitment to human-centered organizational change.