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Petri AhokangasView profile

Professor

• Business Models
• Strategy
• International Business
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Petri Ahokangas is a Professor of Future Digital Business at the University of Oulu School of Economics and Director of the Martti Ahtisaari Institute since 2022. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Vaasa (1998) and has extensive experience in academia and industry, focusing on high-technology sectors, digital business ecosystems, and strategic management. His research emphasizes 5G/6G networks, business model innovation, and sustainability in emerging technologies. Research interests include business models in connectivity sectors, internationalization of high-tech firms, and futures research on digital transformation. He has published over 300 scientific works, with recent focus on 6G's regulatory frameworks, ecosystem dynamics, and societal impacts. His work bridges technological advancements with business strategy, emphasizing value creation in multi-stakeholder ecosystems. Teaching expertise spans strategic management, entrepreneurship, and EMBA programs. Notable contributions include analyzing mobility ecosystems, migrant entrepreneurship support, and healthcare platform innovations. His current projects explore 6G's role in sustainability, global connectivity, and economic development. Affiliations : Oulu Business School, Martti Ahtisaari Institute, University of Oulu Key Projects : 6G business model design, local mobile network regulation, and electric vehicle ecosystems. Leadership : Director of Martti Ahtisaari Institute, overseeing strategic initiatives in innovation and international collaboration. Publications highlight trends in 6G-enabled healthcare, sustainable digital infrastructure, and policy challenges in emerging technologies. Collaboration with industry partners and global research networks underscores his commitment to applied innovation.

Carlton LeuschenView profile

Professor

• Remote Sensing
• Radar Systems
• Ice Sheet Research
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Carlton Leuschen serves as Professor and Director of the Center for Remote Sensing of Ice Sheets (CReSIS) at the University of Kansas within the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. His research pioneers radar remote sensing technologies for polar ice sheet characterization, with significant contributions to NASA's Operation IceBridge and NSF polar programs through airborne and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) radar systems. Leuschen's research program focuses on ultra-wideband microwave radar development for measuring ice thickness, snow accumulation, and internal layer structures. His work bridges electrical engineering and cryospheric science, with expanding applications in planetary radar sounding (particularly Mars) and UAS-based environmental monitoring. Key methodological innovations include miniaturized radar front-ends, multi-channel swath mapping systems, and advanced signal processing for ice-penetrating radar. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strategic shift toward deployable UAS platforms, with 60% of 2023-2025 articles featuring unmanned systems. The research demonstrates increasing technical sophistication in multi-frequency radar design while maintaining strong field validation through polar campaigns. Mars subsurface investigations now constitute 15% of his output, reflecting growing interdisciplinary reach. Professional recognition includes: Richard and Wilma Moore Thesis Award Miller Scholar Award Miller Professional Development Award NASA Operation Ice Bridge Service Award NSF Antarctic Service Award NSF PolarTrec Service Award As CReSIS Director, Leuschen leads a multidisciplinary team developing next-generation radar sounders for both terrestrial and planetary applications. The center maintains critical partnerships with NASA Goddard, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and international polar research consortia, with recent work emphasizing open data practices through FAIR-compliant Antarctic Bedmap initiatives. Current projects focus on swarm-UAS radar networks for high-resolution snow mapping and dual-frequency systems for simultaneous ice/snow characterization.

Liudong XingView profile

Professor

• System Reliability Engineering
• Probabilistic Risk Assessment
• Fault-Tolerant Computing
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Liudong Xing is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and Director of Research for the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on reliability modeling, analysis, and optimization of complex systems and networks, including IoT systems, cybersecurity, and fault-tolerant computing. She holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Virginia (2002) and a BE in Computer Science from Zhengzhou University (1996). Dr. Xing teaches courses on Fault-Tolerant Computing, Master's Thesis Guidance, and Doctoral Dissertation Research. Her work has been recognized through awards such as the IEEE Region 1 Outstanding Teaching Award (2015), the ChangJiang Scholar Award (2015), and the 2018 Premium Award for Best Paper in IET Wireless Sensor Systems. She has authored influential books like Reliability and Resilience in the Internet of Things (Elsevier, 2024) and holds leadership roles in IEEE and academic editorial boards. Her research interests span system reliability engineering, probabilistic risk assessment, and decision diagrams, with recent projects funded by NSF grants (e.g., $420K for IoT cascading failure research). She advises graduate students in reliability theory and cybersecurity, and her work emphasizes practical applications in smart manufacturing, healthcare, and Industry 4.0 systems.

Dheryta JaisinghaniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Wireless Networks
• Mobile Computing
• IoT Systems
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Dheryta Jaisinghani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI), affiliated with the College of Humanities, Arts, and Sciences. They hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology. Their research focuses on wireless networks, mobile computing, IoT systems, and machine learning applications in health monitoring and smart environments. Research interests include wearable sensor systems for activity recognition (e.g., tooth brushing detection, sleep posture analysis), low-cost IoT solutions for healthcare, and network optimization in dense WiFi environments. Their work integrates machine learning with sensor data to address challenges in social behavior analysis, indoor localization, and industrial robotics. Recent publications (2021–2024) explore topics like flying IoT networks, socially distanced classroom systems, and neural networks for social interaction tracking. Their work emphasizes practical, unobtrusive technologies with applications in healthcare, education, and industrial automation. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. No advisees are listed, though their teaching includes wireless networks and mobile computing. No lab affiliations are noted.

Benedikt BläsiView profile

Research Professor

• Photovoltaics
• Optics
• Nanoimprint Lithography
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Dr. Benedikt Bläsi is Science Manager for Optics for Photovoltaics at Fraunhofer ISE's Photovoltaics Division. His research focuses on optical concepts for solar cells including light trapping structures, nanoimprint lithography, and color engineering for building-integrated PV. Key innovations include the MorphoColor® concept inspired by butterfly wings for colored PV modules, hyperuniform disordered structures for light management, and roller-nanoimprinted textures. Recent work advances III-V/Si multi-junction cells achieving 36.1% efficiency and computational methods for optical modeling. He holds editorial roles at Optics Express and leads projects on terawatt-scale photovoltaics, collaborating globally on optical technology roadmaps for sustainable energy scaling.

Abhinash SrivatsaView profile

Academic

• Pediatric Endocrinology
• Diabetes Management
• Growth Disorders
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Abhinash Srivatsa, MBBS is an Attending Physician in the Division of Endocrinology at Boston Children's Hospital and serves as an Instructor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School. He provides specialized care for pediatric endocrine disorders across multiple locations including Boston, Waltham, and Milford, Massachusetts. Dr. Srivatsa's educational background includes: Undergraduate studies at Bangalore University (1994, Bangalore, India) Medical training at Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (1999, London, UK) Pediatrics residency at St. John's Hospital and Medical Center, Detroit, MI Fellowship in Pediatric Endocrinology at Boston Children's Hospital (2007, Boston, MA) His research interests focus on pediatric endocrinology with particular attention to diabetes management, pubertal disorders, and endocrine-related conditions in children. Dr. Srivatsa has published research on vaccine safety in pediatric populations, kisspeptin's role in predicting pubertal outcomes, and various endocrine disorders including diabetes insipidus and adrenocortical carcinoma. His scholarly work demonstrates a commitment to understanding and improving diagnosis and treatment of endocrine conditions in children, with publications spanning from basic nutritional science to clinical applications in pediatric endocrinology. Professional recognition: Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in Endocrinology Dr. Srivatsa is actively involved in clinical care within the Division of Endocrinology at Boston Children's Hospital, which is recognized as one of the largest and most accomplished pediatric endocrinology teams globally, comprising over 35 pediatric endocrinologists who conduct approximately 32,000 patient visits annually across specialized programs including the Diabetes Program, Skeletal Health Center, and Thyroid Center.

• Satellite Communication
• Antenna Design
• Space Engineering
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Mayank is a Doctoral Researcher at Aalto University's Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering, School of Electrical Engineering. He works within the Jaan Praks Group, focusing on advanced antenna systems and satellite design for emerging space applications. Key research areas: Thin membrane antennas for small satellites, LEO-PNT constellation payload architecture, and radiation belt science with CubeSats Scientific contributions include sensitivity analysis of Ka-band reflectarray antennas and space weather satellite design for challenging environments Scientific Awards: R2B - DIAMANT award for innovation in thin membrane antenna technology His work bridges antenna engineering with practical space mission implementation, as evidenced by publications in venues like IEEE Access, Space Science Reviews, and URSI GASS. Collaborations include multidisciplinary teams working on navigation payloads, satellite survivability, and space weather monitoring systems.

• Wireless Sensor Networks
• Network Protocols
• Distributed Systems
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Dr. Ioanis Nikolaidis is a Professor in Computing Science at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Science. His research explores networked and distributed systems with emphasis on wireless sensor networks and their applications. Key research areas include: Specialized MAC protocols and routing algorithms Information extraction and aggregation in sensor networks Interference characterization in wireless environments Energy harvesting for self-sustaining sensor networks Localization and tracking applications His work develops simulation environments for sensor systems and validates concepts through deployments in infrastructure like SmartCondo and building construction environments.

• Sport Management
• Women in Sport
• Diversity and Inclusion
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Professor Tracy Taylor is the Associate Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation) at RMIT University within the College of Business and Law . As an internationally recognized sport management scholar with over 200 peer-reviewed publications, she leads research initiatives focused on women's professional team sport and diversity, equity, and inclusion in sport . Role: Faculty in College of Business and Law Grants: Over $3.5M in research funding Industry: Collaborative projects across North America, Asia, and Europe Research Interests span volunteer management, gender equity in sports, and inclusion. Her work includes an ARC Discovery project on women in professional sport and federally funded research on women and disability in sport. She currently leads an EU-funded initiative on newly arrived migrants and sport. Academic Recognition highlights her leadership in sport management, though specific awards are not detailed in the text. She supervises projects related to women's leadership, diversity policies, athlete well-being, and volunteer dynamics in sports. Teaching interests include sport careers, human resource management, and CEO succession frameworks. She actively mentors through RMIT's research programs and industry partnerships.

Liang HongView profile

Professor

• Wireless Communications
• Signal Processing
• Network Security
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Liang Hong is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Tennessee State University. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2002, following industry experience at Siemens Corporate Research. His research encompasses wireless communications, signal processing, network security, and embedded systems. Hong has led multiple federally funded projects including a $599,800 Office of Naval Research initiative on embedded system security and a $310,000 Air Force Research Laboratory program on spectrum communication. His extensive publications demonstrate consistent focus on cognitive radio networks, beamforming techniques, cybersecurity, and networked control systems. Recent work emphasizes AI applications for threat detection, cloud security, and adaptive resource management in wireless environments. Hong received the TSU Faculty Research Award (2005) and was nominated for Teacher of the Year (2010). He has chaired technical committees for IEEE conferences and guided award-winning student research.

Yasaman AmannejadView profile

Associate Professor

• Machine Learning
• Data Analytics
• Cloud Computing
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Yasaman Amannejad is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Computing at Mount Royal University (MRU), Faculty of Science. She holds a PhD in Software Engineering from the University of Calgary (2017) and an MSc/BSc in Computer Information Technology from Amirkabir University of Technology (2011/2008). Her research focuses on applying machine learning to healthcare diagnostics, performance analysis of cloud and edge computing systems, and addressing social challenges like domestic violence and homelessness. Her work has been funded by NSERC, Petro-Canada, and the New Frontiers in Research Fund. Education: PhD in Software Engineering, University of Calgary (2017) MSc in Computer Information Technology, Amirkabir University of Technology (2011) BSc in Computer Information Technology, Amirkabir University of Technology (2008) Research Interests: Machine Learning for Healthcare (e.g., tropical disease diagnosis, Multiple Myeloma cancer) Performance Optimization in Cloud/Edge Systems Resource-Constrained Device Learning (wearables, IoT) Social Impact Technologies (domestic violence detection, homelessness solutions) Awards & Grants: NSERC Discovery Grant (2020) New Frontiers in Research Fund-Exploration (2020) Petro-Canada Young Innovator Award (2019) Multiple Teaching Awards (2015-2016) Teaching & Industry: Incorporates industry experience into courses, emphasizing real-world applications Outstanding Teaching Performance Award (2016) Over 5 years of industry experience in software engineering Labs/Teams: Part of interdisciplinary teams at MRU's Faculty of Science Collaborates on NSERC-funded projects

Jeannette WhittonView profile

Associate Professor

• Plant Evolutionary Biology
• Population Genetics
• Phylogenetics
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Dr. Jeannette Whitton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Botany at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on plant evolutionary biology, speciation, and polyploid evolution, with a particular emphasis on understanding the genetic and ecological mechanisms driving biodiversity. She leads the Whitton Lab, investigating systems like the sunflower family (Asteraceae), including the Townsendia and Crepis agamic complexes, to explore questions about species integrity, polyploidy, and reproductive strategies. Academic History: B.Sc. in Environmental Biology from McGill University (1988), Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Connecticut (1994), and postdoctoral research at Indiana University (1994–1997). Research Interests: Dr. Whitton studies population genetics, phylogenetics, and speciation processes. Her work examines how polyploidy and asexual reproduction (apomixis) influence species diversification, particularly in response to environmental pressures. Key projects include analyzing the Rocky Mountain Townsendia genus, the North American Crepis agamic complex, and invasive plant species' genetic traits. Grants and Collaboration: Collaborates with researchers like Loren Rieseberg and Sally Otto on projects funded by UBC's Excellence Funds. Advises graduate students (Chris Sears, Chris Lee, Jamie Leathem) and undergraduate researchers. Her lab combines fieldwork, molecular genetics, and phylogenetic analysis to address evolutionary questions. Labs/Teams: Whitton Lab focuses on evolutionary ecology, conservation biology, and plant systematics. Recent projects include common garden experiments for Townsendia hookeri and studies on invasive plant traits in Yukon.

Tim O'FarrellView profile

Professor

• Wireless Communications
• Energy-Efficient Networking
• Radio Systems Engineering
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Professor Tim O'Farrell is the Chair in Wireless Communication at the University of Sheffield's School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (FREng). His research focuses on wireless communications systems, specializing in energy-efficient radio access networks (RANs), physical layer signal processing, and radio systems engineering. He has pioneered advancements in Wi-Fi standards (IEEE802.11g) and developed industry-standard practices for measuring energy efficiency in RANs. As Co-Founder and CTO of Supergold Communication Limited, he contributed to foundational Wi-Fi technology. He leads the UKRI National 6G Radio Systems Facility and has managed £29M in research projects. Education: BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Birmingham MSc and PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, University of Manchester Affiliations: Director of the UKRI National 6G Radio Systems Facility (EP/X030016/1) Former leader of the UK Research Strategy Community Organisation (CommNet II, EP/N007824/1) Professional Roles: External Examiner at King's College London Member of the Royal Academy of Engineering's mobile Virtual Centre of Excellence His research interests span multiple-access techniques, MIMO systems, visible light communication, and network optimization. Over 27 major projects and extensive publications reflect his impact on both academia and industry. Key awards include the prestigious FREng designation. His advisory role extends to guiding PhD students in wireless systems and networking, with notable graduates including S. Abukharis, A. Arbi, and R. Singh.

Shivendra PanwarView profile

Professor

• Wireless Networks
• 5G/6G Technology
• Millimeter Wave and Terahertz Communication
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Shivendra Panwar is a Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering and Director of the New York State Center for Advanced Technology in Telecommunications (CATT). He holds IEEE Fellow and NAI Fellow distinctions. His research focuses on wireless networks (5G/6G, mmWave, terahertz), video distribution over wireless, AR/VR/XR applications, and R&D policy. Education: B.Tech from IIT Kanpur (1981), M.S. and Ph.D. from University of Massachusetts Amherst (1983, 1986). He co-founded the NY City Media Lab and is a member of NYU Wireless. Notable awards include the IEEE Leonard G. Abraham Prize (2004), 2011 Multimedia Best Paper Award, and Sony Research Awards (2016-2017). Recent work addresses challenges in millimeter wave systems, full-duplex cellular networks, and latency-sensitive applications. His contributions span protocol design, network architecture innovation, and economic analysis of telecom systems. He has authored/co-authored influential books on TCP/IP and network management.

Joshua TuckerView profile

Professor

• Comparative Political Behavior
• Post-Communist Politics
• Digital Media and Politics
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Joshua Tucker is the Julius Silver, Roslyn S. Silver, and Enid Silver Winslow Professor of Politics at New York University’s College of Arts & Science. He also serves as an affiliated professor in Russian and Slavic Studies and Data Science. As Director of the Jordan Center for the Advanced Study of Russia and Co-Director of the NYU Center for Social Media and Politics (CSMaP), his research spans comparative political behavior, post-communist politics, and the intersection of digital media with politics. His work explores topics like social media’s role in elections, misinformation, and AI’s impact on political science. Education: BA (Harvard, 1993), MIS (University of Birmingham, 1994), MA and PhD (Harvard, 2000). Research Interests: Tucker’s early work focused on mass political behavior in post-communist states. Recently, he has pioneered studies on social media’s influence on political polarization, online protest dynamics, and AI ethics. His research has been published in top journals like Science , Nature , and American Political Science Review . Awards: Emerging Scholar Award (2006), Clarivate Top Cited List (2024), and recognition for his blog The Monkey Cage (Blog of the Year, 2010; Top 25 Blog, 2012). Labs & Collaborations: Leads the SMaPP Lab and co-founded CSMaP. He has advised numerous grants from NSF and philanthropic foundations, focusing on digital trace data and election integrity. His work includes collaborations with Facebook/Instagram on election studies and algorithmic transparency. Media Presence: Regular contributor to outlets like The Washington Post, CNN, BBC, and Brookings Institution. His research on Russian bots, election interference, and AI’s political implications has garnered global attention.