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Jens KreitewolfView profile

Academic

• Auditory Cognition
• Speech Perception
• Neuroimaging
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Jens Kreitewolf is a Faculty Lecturer in the Departments of Psychology and Mathematics and Statistics at McGill University. He teaches courses in statistics, research methodology, and psychophysics. His research focuses on auditory cognition, speech comprehension, and the neural mechanisms underlying voice perception. Dr. Kreitewolf holds a Ph.D. (Dr. rer. nat.) from Humboldt University of Berlin and completed postdoctoral fellowships at BRAMS and the University of Lübeck. His work combines experimental psychology, neuroimaging, and psychophysics to explore auditory processing challenges in adverse listening conditions. Key interests include how familiarity with a talker’s voice aids comprehension and the impact of hearing impairment on speech perception. Education: M.Sc. in Psychology (Ruhr University Bochum, 2009); Ph.D. in Psychology (Humboldt University of Berlin, 2014). Research Interests: Auditory scene analysis and speech-in-noise processing Voice recognition and familiarity effects Neural correlates of perceptual decision-making Circadian rhythms and perceptual sensitivity Cognitive neuroscience of auditory attention Publications highlight contributions to understanding: Risk factors for depression symptom progression Self-concept clarity in romantic evaluations Neurobiological mechanisms of working memory vulnerability Vestibular symptoms in migraine patients His interdisciplinary approach bridges psychology, statistics, and neuroscience, with applications to clinical populations and sensory processing disorders.

France BouthillierView profile

Associate Professor

• Competitive Intelligence
• Information Management
• Healthcare Information Systems
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France Bouthillier is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies at McGill University's School of Information Studies. She holds a PhD from the University of Toronto and multiple advanced degrees in library science, administration, and education from Quebec institutions. Her research focuses on competitive intelligence, healthcare information systems, and small business information needs. She has led major grants including a SSHRC-funded study on children’s cyber-safety and CIHR projects on evidence dissemination in healthcare. Education: PhD, Faculty of Information Studies, University of Toronto MBSI, École de bibliothéconomie et des sciences de l'information, Université de Montréal C. Admin, Département des sciences de l'administration, UQAM BEd, Département des sciences de l'éducation, UQAM Research Interests: Dr. Bouthillier investigates digital resource assessment in healthcare, cross-cultural competitive intelligence practices, and information needs of marginalized communities. She emphasizes collaborative information monitoring and user-centered design in information systems. Her work bridges theory and practice, addressing gaps in evidence-based decision-making. Grants & Awards: Competia Award (2003) for co-authored book on CI software assessment SSHRC Standard Research Grant (2005-2008) on CI technology use CIHR grants for healthcare evidence dissemination (2006, 2008) Professional Involvement: Editorial Board member of the Journal of Information Science Theory and Practice, ASIST member, and SSHRC grant reviewer. She co-developed the eSRAP system for patient-oriented research monitoring. Her lab focuses on interdisciplinary projects in information visualization and collaborative tools.

Pearl PuView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human-Computer Interaction
• User-Centric Design of Intelligent Systems
• Recommender Systems
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Pearl Pu is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Computer and Communication Sciences and the PFP Group. Her work focuses on integrating human-centric principles into AI systems. Human-Computer Interaction User-Centric Design of Intelligent Systems Recommender Systems Neural Generation of Empathetic Dialogs Emotion-Aware Intelligent Systems AI Ethics She supervises doctoral students in projects related to interaction design, emphasizing 'goal-directed design' and 'interaction design' methodologies through collaborative team challenges. Pearl Pu Lab (GR-Pu): Research unit at EPFL's School of Computer and Communication Sciences Active member of multiple interdisciplinary groups including GR-SCI-IC, GR-PU, and SIN-ENS

Romain FleuryView profile

Associate Professor

• Wave Physics
• Acoustic Metamaterials
• Topological Insulators
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Romain Fleury is an Associate Professor at the Laboratory of Wave Engineering (LWE) , part of the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) School of Engineering and Institute of Electrical and Micro Engineering (IEL) . He earned a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin in 2015 under Andrea Alù, followed by a Marie-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship at ESPCI Paris-Tech and CNRS Langevin Institute (2016). His research explores wave physics and engineering , focusing on topological insulators , nonreciprocal wave propagation , and time-modulated metamaterials . He has co-authored over 70 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Science , Nature , and Physical Review series, with recent work on topological acoustics , active metamaterials , and wave-based analog computing . Dr. Fleury received the Eccellenza Grant (2021) from the Swiss National Science Foundation and an ERC Starting Grant (2022) . He co-founded Minwave , a startup selling miniaturized microwave devices patented by his lab, which has garnered awards such as ESA-BIC CH , FIT , and Venture Kick . He has served as Technical Program Committee Chair for Eucap 2019 and on the Editorial Board of the New Journal of Physics . Recognized for teaching excellence with the STI Polysphere Award (2019) and IEL Best Teacher Award , he teaches courses including Electromagnetics , Antennas , and Advanced Photonics . His work bridges fundamental wave physics with applied technologies , emphasizing topological effects , nonlinear systems , and metamaterials . Collaborations span institutions such as ESPCI Paris , University of Texas at Austin , and University of Vienna , with applications in acoustic imaging , 5G antennas , and optical signal processing . His recent publications highlight ultrafast anti-lasing , reconfigurable metasurfaces , and disorder-assisted photonic crystals , reflecting a career dedicated to advancing wave engineering through topological and nonreciprocal designs .

Ralph SchroederView profile

Professor

• Social Theory
• Digital Media and Populism
• Artificial Intelligence
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Ralph Schroeder is a Professor of Social Science of the Internet at the University of Oxford’s Oxford Internet Institute (OII). He has held roles including Programme Director of the MSc in Social Science of the Internet (2018–2023), Director of Research (2009–2012), and Senior Research Fellow since 2009. He previously held academic positions at Chalmers University, Royal Holloway, and Brunel University. His research focuses on digital media and populism, AI-driven social theory, and virtual environments. He has authored/co-authored over 170 papers and books, including Social Theory after the Internet (2018) and Knowledge Machines (2015). His work examines how digital technologies transform political communication, governance, and social interaction in countries like India, China, and Sweden. Education: Ph.D. in Government (London School of Economics, 1988), M.Sc. in Political Philosophy (LSE, 1981), B.A. in Philosophy and History (Williams College, 1980). Grants & Awards: Recipient of the 2023 Social Sciences Teaching Excellence Award, Erskine Fellowship (2023), and multiple research grants from the Swedish Research Council, EU Horizon 2020, and the Tencent Internet and Society Institute. His work explores AI ethics, digital misinformation, and the societal implications of emerging technologies. Labs & Collaborations: Leads projects on AI governance, digital media transformations, and the radicalization of Sweden’s global image. Collaborates with institutions globally, including the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode.

• Service Science
• Digital Services
• Artificial Intelligence (Chatbots)
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Dr. Alireza Nili is a Senior Lecturer in Service Science at QUT's School of Information Systems within the Faculty of Science. His expertise spans digitization of customer-centric services, AI/chatbots, IoT/IIoT, and sustainable technologies. He holds a PhD from Victoria University of Wellington and has coordinated large-scale courses like IT Systems Design (IFB103), achieving top teaching scores. Nili's research focuses on service ecosystems, trust in digital services, and public/retail sector innovations. He has secured over $1.4M in industry grants for projects involving Cisco, Amazon, and Services Australia. His awards include the 2023 Educator of the Year and multiple top conference paper recognitions. Nili supervises PhD students at Level 3 mentoring status and contributes to major conferences as track chair/associate editor. Research highlights include frameworks for chatbot governance, IOT in agriculture, and AI ethics. His work appears in IEEE Software , Communications of the ACM , and MIT Sloan Management Review . Current projects address consumer trust in AI technologies and spatial data systems. Nili's interdisciplinary approach combines design science with empirical methodologies to bridge theory and practice in digital service innovation.

Michael StammView profile

Professor

• Media Studies
• Political History
• Cultural History
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Michael Stamm is Chairperson and Professor in the Department of History at Michigan State University, within the College of Social Science. His research focuses on media and journalism history, with specialties in cultural, political, and environmental history. He has authored influential books like Sound Business (2011) and Dead Tree Media (2018), which explore the material and economic dimensions of print media. His work bridges media studies with environmental history, examining global commodity chains and the geopolitical impact of newsprint production. Stamm’s research has been recognized with awards including the Canadian Business History Association’s Best Book Prize (2019) and the Richard E. Sullivan Teaching Excellence Award (2022). He leads courses on North American history, media, business, and environmental history. From 2017–2020, he directed MSU’s participation in the American Historical Association’s Career Diversity initiative, fostering innovative historian training. His recent projects expand into international media comparisons and digital-age publishing challenges. Stamm’s academic profile combines rigorous historical scholarship with interdisciplinary engagement, reflecting his dual role as a researcher and educator.

Paul TaeleView profile

Academic

• Sketch Recognition
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Artificial Intelligence
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Paul Taele is an Instructional Assistant Professor and Deputy Lab Director in the Sketch Recognition Lab at Texas A&M University's Department of Computer Science & Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. (2019), M.S. (2010), and dual B.S. degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin (2006). His research focuses on sketch recognition, haptics, and intelligent interfaces for education and accessibility, with notable work in mid-air gesture recognition, educational sketching tools, and assistive technologies for disabilities. He has contributed to projects like Kanji Workbook , Hashigo , and HaptiMoto , and has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles across venues like CHI, IUI, and AAAI. Taele has received awards including the NSF Student Travel Grant (2014) and Ford Foundation Honorable Mention (2015). He teaches courses in capstone design, programming, and sketch recognition, and mentors students across all academic levels through strict eligibility criteria for research collaborations. Education : Ph.D. Computer Science, Texas A&M University (2019) M.S. Computer Science, Texas A&M University (2010) B.S. Computer Science & Mathematics, University of Texas at Austin (2006) Concentration in Mandarin Chinese, National Chengchi University (2007) Research Interests : Taele's work bridges HCI and AI to create accessible educational interfaces. His projects emphasize: Sketch Recognition : Developing algorithms for mid-air gestures, children's developmental assessments, and language learning Accessibility : Haptic systems for visually impaired learners and algebra education Educational Tech : Intelligent tutoring systems for music, math, and East Asian languages Awards & Grants : EAAI-20 Travel Grant (2020) Ford Foundation Dissertation Honorable Mention (2015) NSF East Asia-Pacific Summer Institutes (2013, 2012) Royce E. Wisenbaker Fellowship (2009) Lab & Teams : Director of the Sketch Recognition Lab (SRL) and collaborator with global institutions like Singapore Management University and National Taiwan University. Active in organizing workshops like SketchRec at IUI conferences.

Andrea Megela SimmonsView profile

Professor

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Comparative Neuroscience
• Development
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Andrea Megela Simmons is a Professor at Brown University in the Department of Cognitive, Linguistic, and Psychological Sciences with a secondary appointment in the Department of Neuroscience . She is a member of the Carney Institute for Brain Science and serves as a Principal Investigator on an ONR MURI project. Education : A.B. from the University of Pennsylvania (1973), Ph.D. from Harvard University (1978), Postdoctoral research at Cornell University Simmons specializes in cognitive and neural mechanisms of sound perception and communication across species including frogs, bats, dolphins, and humans. Her work bridges behavioral neuroscience, comparative neurology, and developmental studies to explore auditory processing, echolocation, and sensory integration. Her recent publications highlight interdisciplinary trends in auditory neuroscience, focusing on sound exposure effects, metamorphic neurodevelopment, and sensory-motor coordination in cluttered environments. Key subfields include echolocation, lateral line function, tectal connectivity, and acoustic adaptation across species. Scientific Awards : Fellow, Acoustical Society of America Simmons has received grants from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) for MURI projects and has taught courses such as Animal Behavior , Evolution and Development of the Brain , and Auditory Perception Laboratory .

Pamela A. Morris-PerezView profile

Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Suicidology
• Education Policy
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Pamela A. Morris-Perez is a Professor of Applied Psychology at the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development and an Affiliated Professor at the NYU School of Global Public Health. She is an elected member of the National Academy of Education. Her research bridges developmental psychology, suicidology, education, and policy, with over $75M in research funding. She holds a BA from Columbia University and a PhD in Developmental Psychology from Cornell University. Her research focuses on early childhood interventions, adolescent suicide prevention (through ARCADIA), and policy impacts. Notable projects include a $5M IES-funded NYC Universal Pre-K initiative and a $10M NIH trial on parenting interventions. She has also led institutional roles as Vice Dean/Interim Dean of NYU Steinhardt, overseeing significant research growth and diversity initiatives. Research Themes: Suicidology, early childhood development, policy evaluation, pediatric health interventions. Key Projects: ARCADIA suicide prevention, NYC Pre-K expansion, pediatric primary care interventions. Her articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches to child development and policy, with recent work emphasizing adolescent mental health and pandemic impacts on early childhood programs. Awards include the National Academy of Education membership and a 2017 Best Paper Award. Leadership Achievements: 44% increase in research expenditures, tripling of faculty of color hires, pandemic response coordination. Grants & Funding: William T. Grant Foundation, NIMH, NIH, IES. Morris-Perez collaborates across academia and public agencies to translate research into scalable interventions, particularly in under-resourced communities.

• Visual Analytics
• Information Visualization
• Geographic Information Science
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Jo Wood is Professor of Visual Analytics in the Department of Computer Science at City, University of London, where she has been employed since January 14, 2000. Her work bridges computer science, geographic information science, and human-computer interaction, focusing on innovative methods for visualizing complex spatial and behavioral data. Her research interests center on visual analytics , information visualization , and geovisualization , with applications in transportation, public health, crisis response, and citizen science. She investigates how interactive visual interfaces can support exploratory data analysis, decision-making, and storytelling, particularly through small multiples, faceted views, and sketch-based rendering techniques. The trends in her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on user-centered design , spatial data abstraction , and interactive exploration of multivariate datasets. Her work often integrates real-world behavioral data such as GPS tracks, cycling patterns, and crowd-sourced information to build meaningful visual narratives and support analytical reasoning. Throughout her career, Jo Wood has contributed significantly to the advancement of visual analytics through high-impact publications in top-tier venues such as IEEE Transactions on Visualization and Computer Graphics and Computer Graphics Forum. Her collaborations with researchers like Jason Dykes and Aidan Slingsby highlight her role in a vibrant research community. She has supervised numerous research projects and mentored students in visualization and geospatial analytics, though specific names are not listed in the provided text. Her work has been supported by various research grants, particularly in domains involving urban mobility, energy modeling, and crisis informatics, though grant details are not specified here. Jo Wood has also contributed to the design of visual analytics systems for applications including disease spread modeling, bicycle-hire scheme monitoring, and persuasive technology for health and leisure, demonstrating a strong commitment to impactful, interdisciplinary research.

Jens S. AndersenView profile

Professor

• Proteomics
• Quantitative Mass Spectrometry
• Cell Biology
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Jens S. Andersen is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Southern Denmark, where he leads research in Biomedical Mass Spectrometry and Systems Biology. His work is centered on the development and application of quantitative mass spectrometry and microscopy-based proteomics to study human cell biology, particularly the structure and function of organelles such as centrosomes, cilia, autophagosomes, and mitochondria. His research focuses on determining the protein composition and dynamic properties of cellular organelles, the roles of specific protein groups, and their contributions to biological processes and diseases. He investigates cell signaling mediated by post-translational modifications, especially within the DNA damage response, autophagy, and immune systems. His lab, the Jens S. Andersen Lab, is part of the Research Section of Biomedical Mass Spectrometry. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary trend combining proteomics, structural biology, and cell signaling. His work spans cilia biology, RNA metabolism, DNA repair, and cancer mechanisms, with frequent use of advanced techniques like mass spectrometry, CRISPR, and live-cell imaging. The integration of systems biology approaches is evident across his research outputs. Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Southern Denmark Head of Research, Biomedical Mass Spectrometry and Systems Biology Principal Investigator, Jens S. Andersen Lab ORCID: 0000-0002-6091-140X While no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the provided texts, his extensive publication record in high-impact journals such as Science , Nature Communications , Molecular Cell , and EMBO Journal reflects significant scholarly contributions. He has supervised research projects and collaborated widely across Europe, though specific names of students are not listed. His research is supported by multiple ongoing projects, reflecting sustained funding and academic leadership. The Jens S. Andersen Lab operates at the intersection of proteomics and cell biology, contributing to fundamental understanding of organelle dynamics and disease mechanisms. The lab's work is highly collaborative, involving partnerships with groups in structural biology, RNA research, and cancer biology.

Molly GreeneView profile

Professor

• Ottoman Studies
• Early Modern Mediterranean History
• Christian-Muslim Relations
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Molly Greene is a Professor of History and Hellenic Studies at Princeton University. Her work focuses on the Ottoman Empire and the Mediterranean world, with expertise in early modern Christian-Muslim interactions, maritime history, and colonial dynamics. She served on the Executive Committee of the Program in Hellenic Studies from 2011 to 2022. Her research bridges Ottoman administrative systems, ethnic communities, and religious coexistence. Affiliations: Princeton University (current), Center for Hellenic Studies (past committee role) Her research explores themes such as Ottoman governance mechanisms, the role of piracy in Mediterranean trade, and socio-economic relationships between Christian and Muslim populations. Recent work emphasizes the agency of non-state actors and marginalized groups in shaping imperial structures. Greene’s publications include seminal works like A Shared World (2002) and Catholic Pirates and Greek Merchants (2010), which reframe understandings of religious and economic networks in early modern Europe. She has also published in Greek, reflecting her deep engagement with Hellenic cultural history. Teaching: Courses on the Mediterranean’s historical trajectory, Ottoman Empire studies, and early modern global connections. She advises students on topics spanning Ottoman social history, Mediterranean maritime networks, and interfaith historiography. Her research has been supported by grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Greene’s interdisciplinary approach integrates archival research from multiple languages and regions, emphasizing the Mediterranean as a cohesive yet diverse space. She is a leading voice in redefining narratives of early modern empire and cross-cultural interaction.

Pedro NevesView profile

Professor

• Leadership Processes
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Organizational Change Management
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Pedro Neves is a Full Professor in the Department of Management and Organizations at Nova School of Business and Economics (Nova SBE), Universidade Nova de Lisboa. His academic background includes a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology/Organizational Behavior from ISCTE-IUL and post-doctoral research at the University of Delaware. He teaches courses in Organizational Behavior, Persuasion and Negotiation, and Entrepreneurship, and actively contributes to executive education programs. His research focuses on leadership processes , particularly the dark side of leadership , interpersonal relationships , organizational change management (especially resistance anticipation), occupational health (including stress perception), and entrepreneurial behavior . His work appears in leading journals such as the Journal of Applied Psychology , The Leadership Quarterly , and Human Resource Management . His recent publications show a consistent focus on leadership dynamics, organizational change, employee well-being, and ethical behavior, often using multi-level and cross-cultural frameworks. He has also edited key volumes such as the Handbook of Methods in Leadership Research and the Research Handbook on Destructive Leadership . He currently serves as Associate Editor of the Journal of Applied Behavioral Science and is on the Editorial Board of The Leadership Quarterly and other journals, reflecting his scholarly impact. Pedro Neves has collaborated with doctoral students and researchers globally and has contributed to both theoretical and applied aspects of organizational behavior. He has not received explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the text, but his editorial roles and publication record indicate significant recognition in the field. He is involved in the Leadership for Impact Knowledge Center and contributes to open and customized executive education programs at Nova SBE.

Matthew BrookhouseView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Plant physiology
• Sub-alpine ecology
• Dendrochronology
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Dr. Matthew Brookhouse is a Senior Lecturer at the Fenner School of Environment & Society, part of the Australian National University's Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions. With a PhD in Dendroclimatology from ANU, he specializes in using forest structural complexity and tree-ring analysis to understand climate interactions and ecological responses in Australian subalpine environments. Research Focus: Sub-alpine ecology, Dendrochronology, CO2 responsiveness in eucalypt species Teaching: First-year research methods with emphasis on statistical application, advanced modeling and field botany Projects: Leading collaborative snow-gum dieback research and dendrochronological monitoring initiatives His publications span 2006-2025 with recent emphasis on machine learning applications for forest monitoring, tropical tree-ring chronologies for climate change, and climate sensitivity in Australian alpine ecosystems. Key collaborations include institutions like Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation and University of Canberra researchers. Current projects focus on snow-gum woodland dieback mechanisms, high-resolution dendrometric monitoring, and integrating dendrochronology with environmental policy frameworks. He maintains active supervision of research students and contributes to both undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum development.