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• Applied Mathematics
• Mathematical Modeling
• Partial Differential Equations
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Marta Pellicer Sabadí is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science, Applied Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Girona, where she contributes to both teaching and research within the field of applied mathematics. She is a key member of the Research Group on Differential Equations, Modeling and Applications (EDMA) and collaborates with the inter-university group GREDPA (Partial Differential Equations and Applications), which includes researchers from UPC, UAB, and UdG. Additionally, she is affiliated with the GRAMM research group at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Autonomous University of Barcelona (1999) PhD in Mathematics, Polytechnic University of Catalonia (2004) Her research centers on mathematical modeling using partial differential equations, with applications across various scientific domains. This work involves both theoretical analysis and practical implementation of differential equation models. The integration of modeling techniques with real-world problems defines the core of her scholarly activity. Marta Pellicer's scholarly output reflects a consistent focus on differential equations and applied mathematical modeling, though specific publications are not listed in the provided text. Her long-standing involvement in collaborative research groups highlights her active role in the mathematical research community in Catalonia. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. She has supervised graduate students and contributed to research grants through her participation in multiple collaborative projects, although specific names of students and grants are not mentioned. Her academic service includes teaching various mathematics and applied mathematics courses at the University of Girona. She is actively involved in the Research Group on Differential Equations, Modeling and Applications (EDMA) at UdG, which fosters interdisciplinary research combining theoretical mathematics with engineering and scientific applications. Her work strengthens the collaborative network between Catalan universities in the field of applied analysis.

Christian GöritzView profile

Research Professor

• Neuroscience
• Tissue Repair
• Fibrosis
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Christian Göritz is a Research Professor at Karolinska Institutet's Department of Cell and Molecular Biology within the Faculty of Medicine. He leads the Göritz Group focused on homeostasis and tissue repair mechanisms in the mammalian system with emphasis on perivascular cells, fibrosis, and endogenous stem cells. His laboratory investigates fibrotic scarring following CNS injuries, endogenous cell replacement strategies, and physiological functions of perivascular cells. Dr. Göritz received his Diploma in Biochemistry from FU Berlin, PhD in Neuroscience from Max Planck/CNRS, and completed postdoctoral training on CNS Regeneration at Karolinska Institutet. His educational background provided the foundation for his current research in neural repair mechanisms. His research interests center on understanding how perivascular cells contribute to fibrotic scarring after CNS injuries, exploring endogenous stem cell potential for tissue regeneration, and investigating the physiological roles of perivascular fibroblasts. His group has made significant discoveries regarding pericyte-derived scarring mechanisms and demonstrated how attenuation of this process improves functional recovery after spinal cord injury. Current work also examines the role of fibroblasts in penile erection and other physiological functions. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals a strong focus on fibrotic scarring mechanisms across various organ systems, with particular emphasis on perivascular cells as key contributors. His work spans neuroscience, immunology, and regenerative medicine, frequently appearing in high-impact journals like Nature, Science, and Cell. The publications demonstrate an interdisciplinary approach combining molecular biology, imaging, and functional studies to understand repair mechanisms. ERC Starting Grant recipient Wallenberg Academy Fellow Ming Wai Lau Centre for Reparative Medicine Fellow Director of StratRegen research program Dr. Göritz has supervised numerous PhD students and postdoctoral fellows who have contributed to major discoveries in CNS repair mechanisms. His research is supported by significant grants from European Research Council, Wallenberg Foundation, and other major funding bodies. The Göritz Lab maintains active collaborations with multiple international research groups and clinical partners. The Göritz Group operates within the Biomedicum 5D research facility at Karolinska Institutet, utilizing advanced imaging, molecular biology, and animal model systems. The team includes research specialists, postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and visiting scientists working together to advance understanding of tissue repair mechanisms across multiple organ systems.

Fernando BrionesView profile

Researcher

• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Social Vulnerability
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Fernando Briones serves as a Research Associate at the Laboratory for Energy and Environmental Policy Innovation (LEEP) within the University of Colorado Boulder. A Mexico-born social anthropologist, he specializes in the social dimensions of environmental change with emphasis on marginalized communities across the Global South and United States. His institutional affiliation positions him at the intersection of academic research and policy implementation in environmental governance. Education: Ph.D. in Social Sciences, École des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, Paris, France (2008) Briones' research interrogates the nexus of social vulnerability, disaster risk reduction, and climate change adaptation through critical examination of indigenous knowledge systems and policy applicability. His work consistently centers on power dynamics in risk construction, emphasizing how marginalized groups experience and navigate environmental hazards. Fieldwork across Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Central America, and Caribbean Islands reveals recurring themes of epistemic injustice in climate policy and the resilience of traditional knowledge systems. His anthropological approach challenges top-down adaptation frameworks by documenting community-led responses to hydrological disasters and climate variability. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications demonstrates sustained focus on knowledge systems in disaster contexts, with increasing attention to policy integration challenges since 2015. Geographically, his work concentrates on Mesoamerican and Caribbean regions, particularly examining indigenous communities' climate adaptation strategies. Methodologically, he bridges qualitative social science with disaster studies, producing critical insights about the social construction of risk in urban and rural settings affected by El Niño events, hurricanes, and droughts. Briones actively contributes to the Laboratory for Energy and Environmental Policy Innovation's mission through field research and policy analysis. His scholarly output directly informs disaster risk governance frameworks, though specific grant details remain unpublicized in available materials. The absence of formal student advisement listings suggests his primary role centers on independent research rather than academic mentorship within the university structure.

Tobias FalkeView profile

Professor

• Child Protection
• Medical Child Protection
• Social Work
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Tobias Falke serves as Professor of Social Sciences and Head of Dual Study Programs in Social Work at SRH University Heidelberg, based in Hamm and Cologne since October 2023 (formally appointed June 2024). His academic foundation combines medical training at Ruhr-Universität Bochum (2002-2006, incomplete) with professional social work qualifications from Katholische Hochschule NRW, including a Bachelor's (2006-2009) and Master's in Health-Promoting Social Work (2009-2011), culminating in a magna cum laude doctorate from Universität Witten/Herdecke (2023). His research centers on medical child protection systems , examining structural and procedural barriers in youth welfare-medical service collaboration. Key projects include the MeKidS.best initiative developing regional child protection frameworks in the Ruhr area. His scholarship extends to gender-specific social work with boys in psychiatric settings and quality management in health-social service interfaces, reflecting his 20+ years of clinical experience in child psychiatry. Recent publications demonstrate evolving focus from gender-specific youth work (2010-2014) toward systemic child protection analysis (2021-2024), with increasing emphasis on inter-institutional protocols and evidence-based implementation. His 12 major works since 2010 span empirical research, policy handbooks, critical reviews, and clinical practice frameworks across child protection, social psychiatry, and sports social work domains. Professor Falke maintains active project consulting through MedEcon Ruhr GmbH and holds multiple honorary roles including social-pedagogical director at TV Brechten 1913 e.V., training consultant for the Archdiocese of Paderborn, and youth violence prevention committee member in Dortmund's football association. His professional development includes TÜV-certified quality management expertise and specialized training as a child protection specialist and systemic coach.

Lindsay Fernández-RhodesView profile

Associate Professor

• Latino Genetics
• Hispanic Community
• Genomics
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Lindsay Fernández-Rhodes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biobehavioral Health at Penn State University's College of Health and Human Development. Her research focuses on genetic epidemiology within Hispanic/Latino populations, particularly examining gene-environment interactions and health disparities. Institution: Penn State University Department: Biobehavioral Health Academic Rank: Associate Professor Her research interests include: Latino/Hispanic genetic ancestry Obesity and cardiometabolic diseases Genome-wide association studies Socioeconomic determinants of health Epigenetic mechanisms Developmental timing of puberty Recent publications highlight her work in multiomics approaches to obesity, synthetic data privacy, and inflammation's role in severe obesity. She contributes to major consortia including the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos. Scientific recognitions include: 2023 Faculty Awardee from Penn State's College of Health and Human Development 2024 Penn State seed grant for inter-institutional research 2024 tenure-line faculty promotion Her research integrates genomic data with social science frameworks to address health disparities through collaborative studies across multiple institutions.

Matthew GustafsonView profile

Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Financial Intermediation
• Climate Economics
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Matthew Gustafson is a Professor of Finance at the Smeal College of Business, Penn State University. His research spans corporate finance, financial intermediation, and the economic implications of climate change. He is an affiliate researcher in climate and natural systems, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his work. His research focuses on how environmental risks such as sea-level rise and weather shocks affect financial markets, firm behavior, and public finance. He also investigates corporate financing decisions, IPO dynamics, and the role of banks in monitoring borrowers. His work integrates macroeconomic, environmental, and institutional factors into financial analysis. The recent publications show a strong trend toward climate finance, particularly in pricing environmental risks in municipal bonds and real estate, alongside continued work on IPOs, capital allocation, and banking. His research uses empirical methods and large-scale datasets to uncover causal relationships in financial markets. Matthew Gustafson has published in top journals including The Journal of Finance , Journal of Financial Economics , Management Science , and Accounting Review . He has presented at major conferences such as the American Finance Association and American Economic Association meetings. He advises students and collaborates extensively with scholars across finance and economics. His research has been supported by institutional affiliations and academic grants, though specific funding sources are not listed. He is actively contributing to the field through ongoing research in climate risk and financial market structure. He is affiliated with Penn State’s climate and natural systems research initiative, where he contributes to interdisciplinary efforts on environmental economics and sustainability. His work bridges finance and policy, aiming to inform both academic and practical responses to climate-related financial risks.

Ambrose EgwuonwuView profile

Lecturer

• Accounting and Governance
• Corporate Governance
• Big Data
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Ambrose Egwuonwu is a Lecturer in Accounting & Finance at Brunel Business School, Brunel University London. His academic journey includes a PhD in Economics, an MSc in Finance and Investment from the University of Hertfordshire, and a BA (Hons) in Economics. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a candidate member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Prior to joining Brunel, he worked in secondary school education and assessment at AQA Education in Guildford, UK. Education: PhD in Economics from Brunel University London MSc in Finance and Investment from University of Hertfordshire BA (Hons) in Economics ACCA Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business Ambrose’s research focuses on Accounting and Governance, with specific interests in board structure, big data, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), information security, IT management, and market comovement. His work explores how ideological diversity impacts stock returns, the role of psychic distance in inter-organizational relationships, and the implications of digital transformation on employee wellbeing in Nigerian industries. He also investigates the integration of blockchain and IoT in global value chains. Recent research trends: Big data analytics in corporate governance and financial decision-making ESG factors and sustainable finance Digital HRM and employee wellbeing in developing economies Psychic distance and cultural intelligence in international business Blockchain and IoT applications in supply chain management Market co-movement under governance and uncertainty Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Membership and Affiliation: British Accounting and Finance Association (BAFA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (Candidate) Teaching: MG1600: Introduction to Accounting & Financial Management MG2602: Quantitative Methods in Business and Management MG3117: Issues and Controversies in Accounting MG5601: Business Intelligence

• Behavioral Ecology
• Animal Behavior
• Social Foraging
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Jenna Kohles is a postdoctoral researcher at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (Department for the Ecology of Animal Societies) and the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama. Her work focuses on how sociality helps animals cope with environmental uncertainty, using biologging technology, prey landscape quantification, and biomarkers for energetic stress in bat populations. PhD from University of Konstanz (2024) Master in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior (2018) Bachelor in Wildlife Biology (2015) Research Interests: Kohles investigates social foraging dynamics, animal societies, and the ecological impacts of ephemeral resources. Her work spans insectivorous and fruit bat populations in Panama and Cyprus, examining how social connections influence foraging efficiency and stress mitigation. Publication Trends: Recent articles focus on social information use in vultures, biologging precision in bat movement, group facilitation during reproduction, and the effects of habitat management on insect-bat activity patterns. Theoretical contributions include frameworks for predicting social information use based on resource ephemerality. Scientific Awards & Grants: Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute-NOMIS Postdoctoral Fellowship DAAD PRIME Postdoctoral Fellowship National Geographic Society Level I Grant Fulbright Research Fellowship Multiple PhD and predoctoral fellowships Lab Affiliation: Kohles works in the Department for the Ecology of Animal Societies under Dina Dechmann’s mentorship, with long-term collaborations at STRI in Gamboa, Panama.

Stéphane Le CalvéView profile

Researcher

• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Microfluidics
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Stéphane Le Calvé is a CNRS Research Director (DR1) at the Institute of Chemistry and Processes for Energy, Environment and Health (ICPEES), affiliated with the University of Strasbourg. He leads the Analytical Chemistry and Materials for the Environment and Health research team and serves as head of the Molecular Chemistry and Analytics department. With extensive involvement in 37 research projects—including 6 European ones—he has coordinated 21 projects and served as principal investigator in 16. His research focuses on developing innovative analytical methods, particularly using microfluidic devices, for real-time monitoring of air pollutants. His work spans atmospheric chemistry, environmental health, and chemical instrumentation, with strong applications in public health and environmental protection. Research Interests: His primary research axis (60% effort) is the development of real-time analytical methods using microfluidic devices for air pollutant quantification. A secondary focus (10%) involves atmospheric emissions, metrology, and reactivity of pollutants. Since 2019, 30% of his time has been dedicated to studying VOC sorption on various materials, contributing to indoor air quality and material safety assessments. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on microfluidics, environmental sensing, and analytical chemistry, with strong interdisciplinary connections to material science, instrumentation, and public health. Key trends include miniaturized, portable, and field-deployable sensors for real-time environmental monitoring, with increasing emphasis on indoor air quality and human exposure assessment. Scientific Awards & Recognition: Winner, CNRS Doctoral and Research Supervision Bonus (2019–2022) – awarded for excellence in scientific work Member, Editorial Board of Chemosensors Le Calvé has supervised 25 doctoral students (4 currently in progress), demonstrating a strong commitment to training the next generation of scientists. He has secured significant grant funding, evidenced by his leadership in 37 research projects. His work has led to 115 co-authored publications and 6 patents (3 licensed), highlighting both academic and technological impact. He leads a dedicated research team and department within ICPEES, fostering collaboration across disciplines. His laboratory focuses on microfluidic sensor development, atmospheric analysis, and material interactions with pollutants, positioning it at the forefront of environmental analytical chemistry.

• Sustainable Construction
• Adaptive Reuse of Buildings
• Reverse Logistics in Construction
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Associate Professor Nicholas Chileshe is a faculty member at the University of South Australia under the UniSA STEM division, specifically within the Sustainable Infrastructure and Resource Management (SIRM) department. His work spans construction management, sustainability, and circular economy practices. Key research areas: Sustainable Construction, Adaptive Reuse of Buildings, Reverse Logistics Recent publications analyze drone adoption barriers, safety performance in high-rise projects, and informal settlement infrastructure Scientific Contributions: 2020 URIPA grant for circular economy implementation Advisor for mixed-methods studies on construction industry transformation His methodologies include structural equation modeling, factor analysis, and systematic literature reviews. Current projects focus on policy development for regional sustainability and workforce practices in Tanzania.

Elise DumortierView profile

Researcher

• Nanomaterials
• Toxicology
• Cellular Senescence
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Elise Dumortier is a Researcher at the Namur Nanosafety Center, University of Namur, Belgium. Her work focuses on nanomaterials safety, toxicology, and aging mechanisms, contributing to Sustainable Development Goals related to health and environmental protection. Her research spans interdisciplinary fields including nanotoxicology, cellular senescence, fibroblast biology, and genotoxicity. Dr. Dumortier's primary research interests include: Nanomaterials and their toxicological effects on biological systems Cellular aging mechanisms and senescence processes Fibroblast biology and its relationship to cancer development Gene expression changes following nanomaterial exposure Proteomic analysis of aging-related cellular processes Inflammatory responses to nanoparticle exposure Her publication record (2016-2021) reveals a progression from fundamental nanotoxicology studies toward more complex investigations of how nanomaterials interact with aging cellular processes and cancer development pathways. Her research employs diverse methodologies including in vitro cytotoxicity assays, gene expression analysis, and animal models, with increasing emphasis on standardized testing protocols applicable for regulatory purposes in food and consumer products. Dr. Dumortier has been instrumental in major collaborative research projects including MYOAGE (Understanding and combating age-related muscle weakness, 2009-2014) and PROTEOMAGE (Functional analysis of evolutionarily conserved mechanisms of ageing and advanced proteome analysis, 2006-2011), working with international research teams across Europe. Her scholarly contributions have been shared through numerous conference presentations including the Fall meeting of the BSCDB on Epidermal cell biology (2012), Mini-colloque Narilis (2012), and multiple project-specific meetings for MYOAGE and PROTEOMAGE between 2011-2012, demonstrating consistent engagement with the scientific community.

• Health sciences
• Community pharmacy
• Nephrology
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David Jahanlu is an Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet), Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Life Sciences and Health, specializing in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences. He is actively involved in research related to public health, pharmacovigilance, epidemiology, and medical diagnostics. His research interests span a wide range of health-related disciplines including: Community pharmacy Nephrology and urology Community and social medicine Quantitative and qualitative research methods Medical statistics and cohort analysis Anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology David Jahanlu has published extensively in high-impact journals such as Frontiers in Immunology , Molecular Oncology , and Scandinavian Journal of Public Health . His recent work focuses on colorectal cancer biomarkers, immune gene signatures, pharmacovigilance coding, reproductive outcomes, and public health interventions in children and adolescents. The publications show a strong trend towards interdisciplinary research combining genomics, microbiology, epidemiology, and social determinants of health. He has contributed to several research reports and dissemination activities related to vocational training, urinary incontinence, and landmine victim rehabilitation. His collaborative work indicates active participation in research groups such as Genomics of Microbial Pathogens and Medicines and Patient Safety. David Jahanlu has advised students and supervised research, though specific names are not listed. He has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He is actively engaged in research funding and dissemination activities at OsloMet.

• Medical Humanities
• Narrative Medicine
• Ethics
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Guenda Bernegger is a Lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) , specifically within the Department of Business Economics, Health and Social Affairs . She co-leads the "Identity and Ethics in Professional Practice" module and contributes to the "Clinical Ethics & Humanities" certificate program. Her academic work spans ethics, aesthetics, narrative medicine, and participatory action research, with a focus on healthcare contexts. Education PhD in Life Sciences (in progress), Faculty of Biology and Medicine, University of Lausanne Master's in Social and Community Theatre, University of Turin (2011) Master's in Medical Humanities, University of Insubria (2004) Bachelor's in Philosophy, Psychology, and History, University of Lausanne (2000) Research Interests center on the convergence of medical humanities and practical healthcare. She investigates: Medical aesthetics through the European Society of Aesthetics and Medicine (vice-president) Narrative medicine via the Iraclia inter-university research group Ethical AI in healthcare, particularly trustworthiness and humanization Home treatment models for acute mental disorders Vaccine hesitancy among Swiss school staff Participatory research in clinical and community settings Recent Publications reveal interdisciplinary trends: from "Spatial and Narrative Atmospheres" (2023) merging environmental psychology with care practices, to "Designing for Complementarity: XAI in Healthcare" (2024) addressing AI ethics through medical humanities. Her work consistently bridges art, philosophy, and clinical innovation. Scientific Awards Swiss National Science Foundation grant (SNSFRS) Swiss Academy of Medical Sciences grant (SAMW) Canton Ticino Advanced Research Fellowship Professional Networks include: editor-in-chief of Rivista per le Medical Humanities (EOC), member of the Institute for Social Aesthetics & Mental Health (Sigmund Freud University Vienna), and founder of the European Society of Aesthetics and Medicine. Her projects like ETHAP (2013) and SPASS (2014) demonstrate arts-health-sustainability intersections.

Dana BittnerováView profile

Assistant Professor

• Anthropology
• Anthropology of Childhood
• Inter-ethnic relations

Dana Bittnerová serves as an Assistant Professor within the Department of Social and Cultural Anthropology at the Faculty of Humanities, Charles University in Prague. Her academic appointment places her at the intersection of cultural studies and social sciences within this prominent Czech institution. Her research concentrates on Anthropology of Childhood and Inter-ethnic relations , examining cultural transmission mechanisms and social dynamics between ethnic groups. These specialties position her work at the forefront of contemporary anthropological inquiry into identity formation and cross-cultural interactions in Central European contexts. While specific teaching assignments are managed through the university's SIS system, her expertise informs curriculum development in anthropological theory and ethnographic methods. Her scholarly contributions advance understanding of how childhood experiences shape cultural continuity and change within diverse communities.

• Nursing Education
• Professional Development
• Clinical Education
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Janne Bryde Laugesen operates at the intersection of academic research and clinical education as a PhD Fellow at Roskilde University and Lecturer at UCL University College . Her dual affiliation spans the Department of People and Technology (Roskilde) and Nursing Education in Svendborg (UCL), where she has shaped professional training since 2014. As part of the Health and Society Research Group, she bridges theoretical pedagogy with frontline municipal healthcare challenges. Her educational foundation includes: Master of Arts in Pedagogy (2015), specializing in professional development within modernity frameworks Lektorbedømt qualification (2019), certifying advanced university teaching competence Research focuses on professionalism in transition – specifically how nursing students develop clinical expertise within municipal home-care settings. She dissects organizational hierarchies, competing care logics (citizen-centered vs. system-driven), and the tension between business-oriented and organizationally embedded professionalism models. This work critically examines Denmark's healthcare decentralization, analyzing what capabilities transfer when hospital services shift to communities. Her 2025 publications reveal concentrated exploration of home nursing professionalism through five key lenses: future care models, hierarchical influences on skill acquisition, hospital-to-home transition dynamics, ethical care frameworks, and reconciling dual professionalism demands. These works consistently emphasize practical implications for clinical education reform. As an active educator since 2014, she designs pre- and postgraduate curricula while managing foundational nursing programs. Her leadership in user involvement initiatives demonstrates commitment to participatory healthcare design. The Health and Society Research Group provides her primary academic ecosystem for investigating welfare professional development within Denmark's evolving municipal healthcare landscape.