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• Motor Neuroscience
• Motor Learning
• Bimanual Coordination
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J. Buchanan is a Professor in the Department of Health and Kinesiology and Program Chair of the School of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University. He holds dual affiliations with the Faculty of Neuroscience, emphasizing interdisciplinary research in motor control and rehabilitation. His academic roles include leadership in graduate education and research program development. Dr. Buchanan earned his Ph.D. in Complex Systems from Florida Atlantic University (1996), with prior degrees in Experimental Psychology (M.A., 1992) and Psychology (B.A., 1985). His research focuses on motor learning mechanisms, bimanual coordination dynamics, and neurorehabilitation strategies, leveraging experimental and computational approaches to understand human movement control. His recent work explores the neural substrates of motor skill acquisition, including studies on transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) effects, perception-action coupling, and the role of observation in skill transfer. Notable projects include collaborations on robotic exoskeleton design for stroke rehabilitation and augmented reality-based sensory feedback systems. Buchanan has advised five doctoral students and contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications. His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Morton Cure Paralysis Fund, and Texas A&M institutional grants. Current projects investigate motor memory consolidation, interlimb coordination, and neuroplasticity mechanisms in motor recovery.

• Human Resource Development
• Organizational Learning
• Leadership Development
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Dr. Seung Won Yoon is a Professor in Educational Administration & Human Resource Development at Texas A&M University. He currently serves as President of the Academy of Human Resource Development (2024–2026). His research integrates leadership, learning, knowledge sharing, and technology to enhance organizational and employee growth, leveraging social capital, network science, and data analytics. He was an associate editor for Human Resource Development Quarterly (2015–2022). Education: Ph.D., Human Resource Education, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2003) M.A., TESOL, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1998) B.A., English Language & Literature, Sung Kyun Kwan University (1996) His research interests focus on HRD frameworks , social capital dynamics , people analytics , and generative AI in education . Recent work examines organizational learning, generational collaboration, and the role of technology in knowledge ecosystems. He teaches courses like Social Network Analysis , People Analytics , and Organizational Leadership . His publications (2020–2025) highlight trends in HRD research, workplace learning equity, and data-driven workforce strategies. He emphasizes bridging theory and practice through innovative methodologies like bibliometrics and latent growth modeling. Grants & Advising: None explicitly listed in text. Teams/Labs: Leadership in Academy of HRD fosters collaborative research networks globally.

David RügerView profile

Professor

• Civic Engagement
• Volunteer Management
• Organizational Conditions for Social Workers
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Prof. Dr. David Rüger is a Professor in the Department of Social Work at Fulda University of Applied Sciences since 2024. His research focuses on civic engagement, volunteer management, and organizational conditions for social workers, with an emphasis on intercultural sustainability in rural regions. Doctoral degree in Philosophy from University of Hildesheim BA and MA in Social Work from Hildesheim/Holzminden/Göttingen His work explores volunteer motivations , conflict resolution in civic organizations , and intercultural integration . Publications highlight trends in community-based social work and critical social theory . He is affiliated with the German Society for Social Work (DGSA) and collaborates with institutions like the Future Centre Holzminden-Höxter.

• Dementia
• Alzheimer's Disease
• Depression
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Dr. Carl D'Arcy is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, with a joint faculty appointment. Based at Ellis Hall, Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, he maintains active contact via phone (306-844-1279) and email (carl.darcy@usask.ca). His work bridges clinical psychiatry and population health research in aging. He holds a BA, MA, and PhD, though specific institutions are not documented in the provided materials. His educational background underpins his expertise in psychiatric epidemiology and geriatric mental health. D'Arcy's research centers on dementia and depression as interconnected public health challenges, particularly examining ApoE as a risk factor for Alzheimer's Disease. He investigates how physical activity moderates mental disorder prevalence and identifies determinants of successful aging in Canadian seniors. His work on psychological well-being structure and minor depression comorbidity reveals nuanced relationships between cognitive decline and mental health. Key methodologies include population-based cohort analyses and genetic association studies, often leveraging Canadian longitudinal datasets. Analysis of his 2010-2012 publications shows dominant focus on dementia prediction algorithms, survival analysis in psychiatric comorbidities, and rural mental health delivery. Over 60% of his work involves Canadian population studies, with strong emphasis on Saskatchewan cohorts. Notable trends include telehealth applications in remote memory clinics, genetic polymorphisms in Chinese student populations, and gender dynamics in rural nursing – reflecting interdisciplinary breadth across psychiatry, neurology, and public health. No scientific awards are documented in the source materials. His collaborative network drives significant grant-funded work, particularly through Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) mechanisms supporting population health studies. While specific student mentorship isn't listed, his 15 publications in 3 years indicate active supervision. Key projects include Saskatchewan family physician surveys on depression treatment and rural RN retention studies, demonstrating applied focus on healthcare system challenges. D'Arcy co-developed Saskatchewan's rural memory clinic using telehealth for pre-clinic assessments, working with Morgan, Kosteniuk, and Forbes. His teams integrate nursing, geriatrics, and psychiatry professionals to address dementia care gaps in remote communities, with publications documenting combative behavior tracking in long-term care facilities and telehealth efficacy metrics.

Eder Ollora ZaballaView profile

Researcher

• Software-Defined Networking
• Control Plane Programming
• Data Plane Programming
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Eder Ollora Zaballa is a Senior Scientific Officer and researcher at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specifically affiliated with DTU Fotonik. His expertise spans software-defined networking, control and data plane programming, and next-generation network technologies with applications in telecommunications and transportation systems. His educational journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Engineering from the University of the Basque Country (EHU) in Bilbao, Spain, followed by a Master of Science in Telecommunication Engineering at DTU. He completed his PhD at DTU in 2022 with the thesis "Control and Data Plane Programming-driven SDN Management and Operation: A Top-Down Approach." Zaballa's research focuses on cutting-edge networking innovations including Software-Defined Networking (SDN), P4 programmable data planes, Network Function Virtualization (NFV), and their practical implementations. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, particularly in railway communication systems, cellular networks, and energy-efficient networking solutions. He has made significant contributions to open-source networking through the Open Networking Foundation ONOS community since 2016. His publication record shows a clear trajectory toward greener networking solutions, performance optimization of programmable hardware, and integration of SDN technologies in heterogeneous environments. Recent work demonstrates expertise in latency profiling of P4-based hardware, railway communication systems, and green cellular networks, with practical implications for network reliability, efficiency, and flexibility across multiple industries. Active contributor to European projects including Bandwidth-on-Demand (BoD), SDX-L2, NGPaaS, X2Rail-3, and X2Rail-5 Regular peer reviewer for Sensors journal and European Conference on Computer Systems Guest lecturer on SDN management, programmable networks, and P4 programming at multiple institutions Zaballa maintains strong international collaborations with research groups including the I2T Research Group at the University of the Basque Country, Networks and Intelligent Systems group at the University of Alcalá, and Fundació i2CAT. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through advancements in green communications and efficient network infrastructure.

Jeng-Chung ChenView profile

Professor

• Electronic Commerce
• Information Systems
• Information Ethics
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Jeng-Chung Chen is a Professor and Distinguished Professor at the Institute of International Management (IMBA), College of Management, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan. He has held leadership roles including Director of the Institute of International Management (2012–2018) and currently serves as Director of the Taiwan Pan-Asia Prospect Research Center since 2016. Education: Ph.D. in Communication and Information Sciences, University of Hawaii at Manoa (2002) His research centers on electronic commerce, information systems, information ethics, project management, and IS service quality. His work explores user behavior in digital environments, including social media engagement, cloud computing adoption, privacy concerns, and consumer impulse buying in augmented and virtual reality shopping. He has made significant contributions to understanding user satisfaction, online trust, and the impact of technology design on user behavior. His recent publications (2025–2011) span top journals in human-computer interaction and information systems, revealing a strong trend toward studying immersive technologies (AR/VR), live streaming commerce, and coping with digital overload. These works integrate behavioral theories with empirical methods, often using PLS-SEM and experimental designs. Scientific Awards: Mr. Lu Feng Zhang Memorial Medal, Chinese Management Association (2013) Service Science International Collaborative Research Award, Taiwan Service Association (2012) Distinguished Research Paper in Information Technology, Decision Sciences Institute (2012) President of the Association for Chinese Management Educators (2012) President of International Chinese Information Systems Association (2011) Scopus Young Scientists Nomination (2015) Who's Who in the Word (33rd Edition) (2016) Dr. Chen has supervised 89 academic works and led 13 research projects as Principal Investigator, focusing on social media strategies, cloud storage adoption, and digital privacy. His projects are typically funded at the national level and emphasize practical implications for organizations and policy. He actively contributes to advancing research in digital innovation and sustainable technology use. He is affiliated with key research centers at NCKU, including the Taiwan Pan-Asia Prospect Research Center, where he leads initiatives on regional digital transformation and cross-border e-commerce. His lab and research team focus on behavioral experiments, survey-based studies, and data analytics in digital consumer behavior and organizational IT adoption.

Nina Capone SingletonView profile

Associate Professor

• Language Development
• Language Disorders
• Swallowing and Feeding Disorders
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Dr. Nina Capone Singleton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Seton Hall University's School of Health and Medical Sciences, with a secondary appointment at the Hackensack-Meridian School of Medicine. She holds a Ph.D. and is a Board Certified Specialist in Child Language and Language Disorders (BCS-CL). Dr. Singleton founded and directs the Developmental Language and Cognition Lab and The Feeding Project, emphasizing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice initiatives. Her research focuses on language development and disorders in children (birth-8 years), swallowing/feeding disorders, and neuromotor speech disorders. Key interests include: Early intervention and prevention strategies for communication disorders Hospital-based care and interprofessional education Simulation training methodologies Evidence-based clinical practices Experimental single-subject research designs Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on child language acquisition, semantic representation, gesture development, and pediatric feeding disorders. Her work frequently appears in top-tier journals like the Journal of Speech, Language and Hearing Research and Pediatric Clinics of North America , with recent studies exploring cross-linguistic gesture patterns and perceptual confidence in disorder management. Dr. Singleton has held editorial positions at multiple journals including the Journal of Communication Disorders and serves as an advocate for preventive approaches to communication disorders. She teaches courses spanning Language Development, Pediatric Dysphagia, and Early Intervention methodologies.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
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Henry A. Kautz is a Professor at the University of Rochester, New York, USA, with a distinguished career in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and social media analysis. His research spans interdisciplinary applications in healthcare informatics, urban mobility, and computational modeling of human behavior. Research Focus : Integrates AI with public health surveillance (e.g., mental health monitoring via search engine logs), social media analysis for disease transmission modeling, and multimodal data interpretation for activity recognition. Key Contributions : Pioneered nEmesis for foodborne illness detection via social media, developed Markov logic frameworks for complex event recognition, and advanced privacy-preserving systems for cognitive disabilities support. His recent work explores hardware-accelerated SAT solving, explainable AI for deep learning, and longitudinal behavioral analysis during the COVID-19 pandemic. Publications emphasize practical AI applications in health, urban planning, and computational epidemiology.

Zaiyong TangView profile

Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Agent-Based Modeling
• Artificial Intelligence
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Zaiyong Tang is a Professor of Management Information Systems in the Department of Marketing and Decision Sciences at Salem State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Information Systems from the University of Florida, an M.S. from Washington State University, an M.E. from Chengdu University of Science and Technology (merged with Sichuan University), and a B.E. from Chongqing University, P.R. China. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Management Information Systems, University of Florida M.S., Washington State University M.E., Chengdu University of Science and Technology (merged with Sichuan University) B.E., Chongqing University, P.R. China Tang's research focuses on cybersecurity, agent-based modeling, artificial intelligence, neural networks, and student success prediction. His work bridges technical systems with practical business applications, particularly in educational analytics and healthcare information systems. Recent publications demonstrate a strong shift toward machine learning applications in student retention and employee attrition prediction. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a strategic evolution from foundational AI research toward applied educational and business analytics. Since 2020, 60% of his work centers on machine learning applications in higher education, while cybersecurity and agent-based modeling remain consistent threads throughout his career. Dr. Tang serves as an associate editor for the Journal of Information Privacy and Security and previously for the International Journal of Sustainable Strategic Management. He has secured over $300,000 in external research funding as principal investigator and co-PI. His teaching portfolio includes graduate and undergraduate courses in cybersecurity, systems analysis, and information technology management, reflecting his dual expertise in technical systems and business applications.

Jordan SmithView profile

Professor

• Climate Change Resilience
• Public Land Use Economics
• Outdoor Recreation Management
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Dr. Jordan Smith is a Full Professor and Director of the Institute of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism at Utah State University's S. J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources. With over $6 million in competitive external funding, he leads interdisciplinary teams shaping land management decisions across 34 million acres of public lands in the Intermountain West. His work bridges econometric modeling, geospatial analytics, and social-ecological systems theory to address climate resilience, recreation demand, and resource governance. PhD in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management from NC State University (2011) MS in Recreation Resources Management from Utah State University (2008) Graduate Certificate in GIS from NC State University (2011) His research focuses on: Climate change impacts on recreation and tourism Geospatial analysis of public land visitation Social capital and community resilience Outdoor recreation economic valuation Recent publications highlight his work on: Developing data-driven models for recreation classification Analyzing climate adaptation strategies in tourism Quantifying carbon reduction approaches in national parks Mapping visitor behavior through social media analytics Assessing socio-spatial climate adaptation factors Awards and honors include: 2025 Faculty Researcher of the Year at Utah State University DISCCRS VII Symposium Scholar (2012) CESU Network Fellowship (2010) Multiple NRPA and NC State scholarships As a graduate student mentor , he has guided 15+ students in Environment & Society programs, with mentees like Ahamed Zakaria, Maizy Troxell, and Chase Lamborn. His extension work includes founding the Colorado Plateau Dark Sky Cooperatives and leading the GNAR Initiative for gateway community development.

Molly RapertView profile

Associate Professor

• Marketing Management
• Global Consumers
• Cause Marketing
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Molly Rapert serves as Associate Professor of Marketing/Transportation and Director of the Center for Teaching Effectiveness at the University of Arkansas' Walton College of Business. Her academic leadership spans teaching innovation, global consumer research, and cause marketing initiatives. Educational background includes: BSBA in Marketing, University of Arkansas MBA in Business, University of Arkansas PhD in Marketing, University of Memphis Rapert's research program critically examines consumer behavior through multiple lenses: cause marketing psychology (investigating generosity drivers and CSR alignment), sustainability adoption (analyzing cultural and individualism-collectivism impacts), and pedagogical innovation (developing emergency hybrid teaching frameworks during crises). Her signature approach integrates executive advisory boards into undergraduate marketing courses, creating real-world learning laboratories. Publication trends reveal consistent contributions to top journals including Journal of Business Research and Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science, with recent focus shifting toward pandemic-era educational adaptation and prosocial consumption patterns. Her 15 most recent articles demonstrate methodological diversity spanning experimental designs, mixed-methods crisis analysis, and cross-cultural consumer studies. Major recognitions include: Charles and Nadine Baum Excellence in Teaching Award (2023) Marketing Management Association National Teaching Award (2010) University of Arkansas Honors College Distinguished Faculty Award (2012) Multiple Walton College Excellence Awards across teaching, service, and advising As academic advisor to Beta Gamma Sigma and other student organizations, Rapert has shaped generations of Walton graduates while maintaining active service on the Arkansas Alumni Association Board. Her summer role teaching in the University of Arkansas' CIMBA program in Italy extends her global pedagogical impact. Current initiatives focus on emotional awareness in disrupted learning environments and the psychology of generosity in cause marketing contexts. Rapert directs the Walton College Center for Teaching Effectiveness, driving faculty development programs that have transformed business pedagogy across the institution through evidence-based teaching innovations and crisis-responsive curriculum design.

Winifred A GebhardtView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Psychology
• Behavioral Health
• Identity Processes
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Winifred A Gebhardt is Associate Professor of Health Psychology at Leiden University's Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. She holds ancillary roles including chair of the Psychology Master’s Programme Committee and Senior Researcher at the National Institute for Social Research (4 days/week since 2021). Her work focuses on identity processes , self-regulation , and goal conflict dynamics in health behavior change. Education: Clinical & Health Psychology (Major), Social & Organizational Psychology (Minor) from Utrecht University (1989); Post-Master Research Internship at Harvard Medical School (1989); PhD cum laude at Leiden University (1997) Her research examines how health goals interact with personal identity and other life goals, particularly in contexts like smoking cessation , physical activity promotion , alcohol use , and self-management for intellectual disabilities . She pioneered the Health Behaviour Goal Model and transitional identities framework. Recent publications focus on digital future-self interventions for smoking/PA, organizational humanness, and cardiovascular teachable moments. She received the European Health Psychology Society Fellowship (2018) for lifetime contributions. Key Supervisees: Janice Sandjojo, Eline Meijer, Kristell Penfornis, Michelle Brust

Noelia Olmedo TorreView profile

Professor

• STEM education
• Engineering education
• Educational innovation
• +5 more

Noelia Olmedo Torre serves as Professor and Director of the Department of Graphic and Design Engineering at the Barcelona East School of Engineering (EEBE), Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC), where she has held faculty positions since 1999. Her educational background includes: Telecommunications Engineering degree from UPC (1991) Ph.D. in Multimedia Engineering from UPC (2007) Her research focuses on social dimensions of engineering education, emphasizing STEM promotion among youth (particularly girls), teacher education for primary/secondary levels, computational thinking development, and social justice issues including gender equity and anti-corruption strategies. She actively investigates educational innovation, professional competencies, and assessment methodologies to enhance teaching quality in higher education. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals two dominant research streams: educational studies examining gender disparities and teaching methodologies in STEM fields, and technical research applying deep learning for forest fire detection. This interdisciplinary approach connects engineering education with environmental technology through AI applications. Her scholarly work demonstrates consistent focus on educational equity and technological innovation without documented scientific awards. Information regarding student advising, research grants, laboratory affiliations, or collaborative teams was not evident in available materials.

• International Business Management
• Strategic Management
• International Marketing
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Professor LEI-YU WU is a faculty member at the Department of Business Administration , National ChengChi University , with a research focus on International Business Management , Strategic Management , and Transaction Cost Theory . He has served as a Professor since 2008 and previously as an Associate Professor from 2002-2008. Education : Ph.D. in International Business, National ChengChi University (1997-2002) Research Interests include: Dynamic capabilities Asset-specific investments Customer loyalty strategies Innovation ecosystems Global logistics systems Publication Trends emphasize transaction cost analysis , buyer-seller relationships , and innovation in technology firms , with a focus on cross-strait business dynamics and digital transformation. Scientific Awards : Stanford's Top 2% Scientists (2021-2023) National Science and Technology Council Research Awards (2010-2023) Senior Excellent Teacher (30 years) Multiple Teaching Excellence Awards from College of Commerce 2017 Asia Marketing Journal Top 100 Marketer Grants and Projects : Continuously secured NSCTC grants for studies on customer loyalty, cross-border M&A, and high-tech venture performance. Served as Principal Investigator for 20+ projects since 2002.

• Biomechanics
• Human Body Modeling
• Human-Machine Interaction
• +7 more

Laura Gastaldi is a Full Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) of the Polytechnic University of Turin . She is a member of the PolitoBIOMed Lab and the Master's and Continuing Education School . Her academic roles include teaching in doctoral programs since 2013 and serving as course lecturer/collaborator for topics like Mechanics Applied to Biomedical Systems and Automation of Mechanical Systems . Research Interests : Biomechanics Human Body Modeling Human-Machine Interaction Wearable Robotics Parasports Motion Analysis Her 15 most recent publications focus on wearable inertial sensors, exoskeletons, human-robot collaboration, and mobility assistance devices, spanning Biomechanics , Robotics , and Biomedical Engineering . She leads research projects like EMPATHY (2024-2026) and Promobilia (2023-2024), emphasizing accessibility and industrial sustainability. Laura supervises PhD students Claudia Barattini , Michele Polito , and Mattia Antonelli , and holds patents for Directional propulsion assist devices and Active joints for exoskeletons .