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• Mathematics Education
• Abstract Algebra
• Curriculum and Pedagogy
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John Paul Cook serves as an Associate Professor in the Mathematics Department at Oklahoma State University's College of Arts and Sciences, where he has been employed since January 2015, initially as an Assistant Professor before being promoted to Associate Professor in July 2022. His academic work bridges secondary and advanced mathematics education, with particular expertise in abstract algebra concepts as they relate to school mathematics. Cook's research interests focus on how students reason about foundational mathematical concepts, particularly equivalence and inverse relationships across different mathematical domains. His work examines the connections between advanced and secondary mathematics, seeking to resolve tensions between these areas through conceptual analyses. He investigates how students develop coordinated notions of mathematical concepts and how these understandings evolve across the K-16 spectrum. His publication record shows a consistent trajectory of scholarly work centered on mathematics education, with recent articles (2023-2024) focusing on function definitions, equivalence reasoning, and inverse concepts. Cook's research demonstrates a methodological preference for qualitative approaches including task-based clinical interviews, textbook analyses, and standalone literature reviews to build theoretical frameworks for understanding student reasoning. National Science Foundation grant: 'Undergraduate Students' Reasoning about Equivalence in Multiple Mathematical Domains: Exploration and Theory-Building' (2021-2025) National Science Foundation grant: 'The Mathematical Inquiry Project: Faculty Instructional Change for Enhanced Student Learning and Success in Entry-Level Mathematics' (2018) Cook actively supervises graduate students, teaching courses ranging from Mathematical Functions and Their Uses to Doctoral Research and Dissertation. His teaching portfolio reflects his research interests, with courses like Introduction to Research in Mathematics Education connecting directly to his scholarly work on how students learn mathematical concepts.

Tony ConstantinidesView profile

Research Professor

• Digital Signal Processing
• Financial Signal Processing
• Image Processing
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Professor Tony Constantinides is a Senior Research Investigator in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Imperial College London. He has over 50 years of research experience in digital signal processing, financial signal processing, and communications. He founded and previously led the Communications and Signal Processing Division and currently leads the Financial Signal Processing Lab. Additionally, he holds an Honorary Chair of Archaeology at the Institute of Archaeology, UCL, focusing on prehistoric symbols, Linear B script analysis, and Egyptological studies. His archaeological work includes interpreting symbols on Akrotiri pithoi, analyzing Lahun papyri, and reconstructing fragmented wall paintings using advanced image processing techniques. Research Interests: Financial Signal Processing: Addressing complex problems in financial data analysis. Archaeological Symbol Interpretation: Decoding prehistoric symbols on pithoi and Linear B tablets. Image Processing Applications: Optimizing reconstruction of ancient wall paintings and papyri. Labs and Teams: Leads the Financial Signal Processing Lab at Imperial College London and collaborates with the Institute of Archaeology, UCL on interdisciplinary projects.

• Digital Signal Processing
• Image Processing
• Computer Vision
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Dimitrios Kosmopoulos serves as Professor in the Computer Engineering and Informatics Department at the University of Patras, Greece, with extensive experience across multiple academic institutions including National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Rutgers University, and University of Texas at Arlington. His research bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in accessibility, agriculture, and cultural heritage preservation. Education: B.Eng. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1997) PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (2002) Professor Kosmopoulos' research integrates computer vision, machine learning, and signal processing to solve real-world problems. His primary focus areas include sign language recognition systems for museum accessibility, precision agriculture applications for crop monitoring and disease detection, and digital restoration of ancient scripts like Mycenaean Linear B. His methodological innovations frequently involve geometric analysis, time-series modeling, and multimodal data fusion techniques that advance both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research thrusts: accessibility technologies for deaf communities (particularly museum navigation systems), agricultural automation using computer vision (olive grading, tomato disease detection), and computational archaeology (Linear B tablet restoration). His work consistently employs cutting-edge approaches including geometric knowledge distillation, coupled learning architectures, and 3D motion analysis, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary connections between computer science, agriculture, and humanities. No scientific awards were documented in the provided source materials. While specific advising details and grant information were not explicitly stated, his leadership in projects like HealthSign (sign language healthcare systems) and MuseLearn (museum accessibility platforms) indicates substantial research funding and collaborative supervision activities spanning computer vision, robotics, and assistive technology domains. Professor Kosmopoulos operates within the Division of Hardware and Computer Architecture at the University of Patras, collaborating with the Computer Technology and Architecture Laboratory, VLSI Microelectronics Laboratory, Signals and Telecommunications Laboratory, and Computer Communications Networks Laboratory. His current research integrates these facilities to develop systems like the SignGuide project for museum tours and frameworks for early pest detection in greenhouse crops, emphasizing practical implementations of machine learning in constrained environments.

• Linear B writing system
• Mycenaean Greek
• Aegean scripts
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Dr Anna Judson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Classics & Ancient History at Durham University, specializing in the Linear B writing system of prehistoric Greece (c.1400-1200 BCE). She holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge (2016) and has held fellowships at Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge (2016–2020) and the British School at Athens (2020–2022). Her research focuses on Mycenaean scribal practices, administrative systems, and the intersection of education and digital humanities. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority and actively contributes to Wikipedia editing initiatives through the Women's Classical Committee (#WCCWiki). Key research areas include: Linear B palaeography, Mycenaean linguistics, experimental archaeology of clay tablet production, and pedagogical strategies for classical languages. She has published extensively on orthographic variation, scribal training, and the socio-historical context of Mycenaean administrative records. Her recent work explores the chronology of Linear A/B scripts and the material culture of writing in Bronze Age Greece. Judson teaches classical Greek/Latin, the history of writing systems, and leads outreach activities including workshops on creating Linear B tablets. She has received EU Horizon 2020 funding for her ‘Writing at Pylos’ project and maintains a blog, 'It’s All Greek To Me', discussing archaeology, linguistics, and public engagement.

Benjamin Alexander SlaterView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Film Studies
• Screenwriting
• Creative Writing
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Benjamin Alexander Slater is a Senior Lecturer at Nanyang Technological University's School of Art, Design and Media, where he teaches narrative and screenwriting. With a BA in Drama from the University of Bristol and a Masters in Theatre from Lancaster University, UK, he recently completed his PhD in Creative Writing/English at NTU in 2025 with his dissertation LOST CINEMA . Slater's research focuses on Southeast Asian cinema, particularly American and European films made in Singapore, film history, screenwriting methodologies, and digital media. His scholarly work intersects with his creative practice as an active screenwriter, editor, and curator with over two decades of experience across film, theater, performance, and digital art. His writings on film have appeared in Screen International and Cahiers du Cinema (World Cinema Editions), and he has authored significant works including Kinda Hot: The Making of Saint Jack in Singapore (2006). Slater's creative output shows a strong trend toward Southeast Asian narratives, with recent works like the 'tropical noir' feature film MALAM (2021) and the TV series COME CLOSER (2023) demonstrating his commitment to regional storytelling. His academic and creative achievements have been recognized with the Commendation Medal for service from the Singapore government in 2022. Slater has also made significant contributions to film curation through projects like Singaporeana! (2019) and Cinema Reclaimed (2020-), and served as Associate Chair of Students in ADM between 2019 and 2022 during the challenging period of the COVID pandemic. As both educator and practitioner, Slater bridges academic scholarship with creative industry practice, bringing real-world experience to his teaching while contributing to the development of Southeast Asian cinema through his writing, editing, and curatorial work.

Marie Louise Bech NoschView profile

Professor

• Ancient Greek History
• Aegean Epigraphy
• Mycenaean Textile Production
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Marie Louise Bech Nosch is a Professor in Ancient History at the SAXO-Institute of the University of Copenhagen , specializing in Aegean epigraphy and Mycenaean textile production . She has held significant roles such as President of the Royal Danish Academy of Science and Letters (2020-2024) and Director of the Centre for Textile Research (2005-2016). Her work bridges textile archaeology with broader historical narratives. Education: PhD, University of Salzburg (2000) Cand. mag., University of Copenhagen (1996) Diplôme d’Études Approfondies, Université Nancy II (1996) Her research interests focus on: Textile production and trade in the Bronze Age Mediterranean Epigraphic analysis of Mycenaean palace economies Dress as cultural and political identity Interdisciplinary textile studies Comparative analysis of Aegean and Near Eastern systems Historical continuity in textile practices Her recent publications examine diachronic textile administration, divine royal attire parallels, and cultural memory in clothing. She has secured major grants including the Anneliese Maier Award and Queen Margrethe II's Science Prize , while serving on international committees like the Onassis Foundation Research Grant Board and European Research Council SH6 Panel . Scientific Awards: Michael Ventris Memorial Award (2001) Anneliese Maier Award (2013) Iris Foundation Award (2017) Gad Rausings Prize (2022) Honorary Doctorate, University of Gothenburg (2023) As a supervisor , she has guided PhD students like Cecilie Brøns and Charlotte Rimstad , alongside MA theses on topics ranging from classical paederasty to 20th-century Danish fashion. She actively integrates students into research through initiatives like the Dressing the World summer school.

Jill DanielsView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Experimental Documentary Filmmaking
• Memory Studies
• Autobiographical Cinema
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Jill Daniels is a Senior Lecturer at the University of East London's School of Arts and Creative Industries. She is an internationally recognized filmmaker and scholar with expertise in experimental documentary filmmaking, memory studies, and autobiographical cinema. Her films explore themes of exile, identity, and political resistance through innovative narrative structures and hybrid documentary techniques. Senior Lecturer, University of East London (since 2009) Co-founder, High Ground Films (1985) Her research focuses on intersections of memory, place, and subjectivity, particularly in post-war and nationalist contexts. She investigates how experimental film practice can mediate trauma and resistance through poetic and epistolary forms. Recent work like Resisters (2021) examines anti-fascist struggles across historical and contemporary Berlin. Jill's publications reveal trends in documentary theory, creative practice research, and hybrid filmmaking. Key works include monographs on memory in autobiographical documentaries and analyses of found footage remediation. Her films have premiered at venues like the Journal of Media Practice & Education editorial board and international film festivals. Best Documentary, Small Axe Film Festival (2018) Best Experimental Film, Ann Arbor Festival (2017) Honourable Mention, Athens International Festival (2014) Special Mention, Granada Festival (2010) She supervises PhD students in Film and Fine Art Doctorates, contributes to editorial boards, and presents at conferences like Visible Evidence and MeCCSA. Jill integrates academic rigor with film practice to address political and historical narratives.

Quentin DiotView profile

Associate Professor

• Radiation Oncology
• Medical Physics
• Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
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Quentin Diot, PhD, is Associate Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, School of Medicine, and a member of the University of Colorado Cancer Center. His research integrates medical physics with advanced radiation therapy techniques, emphasizing functional imaging, stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), and the development of ultra-high dose-rate (FLASH) radiotherapy platforms. Research Focus: Functional avoidance radiation therapy using 4DCT-ventilation and PET imaging to spare lung and cardiac function. Normal-tissue dose-response modeling for dysphagia, xerostomia, pneumonitis, and cardiac toxicity. Design and testing of compact pulse-line ion accelerators (PLIA) for low-cost FLASH radiotherapy and PET isotope production. Automation of treatment planning workflows, including knowledge-based planning and TBI plan generation. Dr. Diot’s prolific publication record (49 peer-reviewed articles) spans 2012-2024 and highlights multi-institutional clinical trials, preclinical accelerator development, and pioneering imaging biomarkers that guide personalized radiation delivery. Clinical & Translational Impact: His work on functional imaging has laid groundwork for prospective clinical trials aiming to reduce radiation-induced morbidity, while his accelerator research seeks to make FLASH radiotherapy accessible through affordable, novel linear accelerator designs.

Xiaohui XieView profile

Professor

• AI/Machine Learning
• Neural Networks
• Deep Learning
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Xiaohui Xie is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences, University of California, Irvine. He joined UC Irvine in 2007 after completing his PhD at MIT and postdoctoral training at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard University. His research focuses on AI/machine learning, neural networks, deep learning, and genomics. PhD in Computer Science, MIT Postdoctoral training at Broad Institute Research interests span AI, neural networks, deep learning, and genomics, with applications in medical imaging, computational biology, and computer vision. Recent publications highlight advancements in 3D convolutional networks for nodule detection, medical image analysis, and hybrid models for DNA sequence function quantification. Scientific awards and honors are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His teaching includes courses like CS273P (Machine Learning and Data Mining), CS175 (Project in AI), and foundational classes in computational linear algebra and optimization, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise.

Evangelos H. PapakitsosView profile

Lecturer

• Natural Language Processing
• Digital Humanities
• Systems Science
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Dr. Evangelos H. Papakitsos serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Industrial Design and Production Engineering at the University of West Attica. A physicist by training (National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, 1987), he holds advanced degrees in Information Systems (University of Liverpool, 1992) and Informatics (National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, 2000), with postdoctoral specialization in Semantic Lexical Databases. His academic journey spans four higher education institutions since 1993, including National Technical University of Athens and National & Kapodistrian University of Athens. His research spans interdisciplinary domains at the intersection of technology and humanities, with primary focus on Natural Language Processing , Digital Humanities , and Systems Science . Key research thrusts include computational linguistics for ancient scripts (particularly Linear A and Indus Valley), energy harvesting systems, environmental physics applications, and robotics for defense and environmental monitoring. His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate strong activity in nanotechnology applications for water purification, unmanned vehicle systems, and computational approaches to linguistic decipherment. Dr. Papakitsos has developed significant expertise in bridging engineering disciplines with humanities through his work on: Machine-readable dictionaries for ancient scripts Energy harvesting applications in civil infrastructure Computational analysis of historical linguistics Environmental monitoring robotics His laboratory work centers on Electronic Automation, Telematics and Cyberphysical Systems, reflecting his systems-oriented approach to complex interdisciplinary problems. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in General Physics, Optimization Methods, and Fluid Mechanics, plus postgraduate instruction in Automation Information Systems, Energy Management, and Unmanned Systems within the "Unmanned Autonomous and Remotely Piloted Systems" program. His educational background in career counseling informs interdisciplinary approaches to curriculum development, particularly evident in his work on the systemic evaluation of tourism marketing strategies during the pandemic.

• Programming Languages
• Formal Verification
• Compilers
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Clément Pit-Claudel is an Assistant Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he heads the SYSTEMF lab. Previously, he was a PhD candidate at MIT under Adam Chlipala and a Senior Applied Scientist at Amazon AWS. His research focuses on programming languages, compilers, and formal verification, with broader interests in systems engineering, hardware design languages, security, performance engineering, and type theory. Key research areas include extensible compilation, hardware design languages verification, and tooling for proof assistants. Recent publications span topics like JavaScript regular expression verification ( ICFP 2024 ), relational compilation ( PLDI 2024 ), and foundational integration verification for cryptographic servers ( PLDI 2024 ). Scientific Awards: Distinguished Artifact, ACM SIGPLAN International Conference on Software Language Engineering (2020) William A. Martin Memorial Thesis Award for Outstanding Thesis in Computer Science, MIT (2016) Frederick C. Hennie III Teaching Award, MIT (2016) As an educator, he teaches Software Construction (undergraduate) and Interactive Theorem Proving (graduate) at EPFL. His teaching philosophy emphasizes hands-on learning, oral examinations, and project-based assignments that lead to tangible artifacts. The SYSTEMF lab focuses on building small, fast, and completely verified systems components through machine-checked proofs, hardware-software co-design, low-level compiler engineering, and theorem prover tooling.

Samantha MarchantView profile

Academic

• Playwriting
• Directing
• Theatre
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Samantha Marchant serves as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Theatre & Music Studies program at SUNY College at Brockport, where she teaches Intro to Theatre (THE111) and Intro to Acting (THE221). Based in Western New York, she maintains an active dual career as both an educator and professional playwright-director. Marchant earned her MFA in Playwriting from Spalding University's Naslund-Mann Graduate School of Writing in 2015, following her BS in Creative Writing from SUNY Brockport in 2012. Her academic background directly informs her teaching practice and creative work. Her research interests span contemporary playwriting techniques, experimental theatre forms, immersive performance practices, and the intersection of comedy with serious thematic material. Marchant's work often explores family dynamics, identity formation, and unconventional narrative structures through both comedic and dramatic lenses. She demonstrates particular interest in audience engagement strategies and non-traditional performance spaces. An analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent exploration of mythological reinterpretation, psychological complexity within everyday settings, and innovative structural approaches to storytelling. Her work frequently employs dark comedy elements to examine serious themes while maintaining theatrical accessibility. Many pieces feature strong female characters navigating complex interpersonal dynamics. Horton Foote Scholar at the Sewanee Writers' Conference DGF National Fellowship Finalist Semi-Finalist for the O'Neill National Playwrights Conference (Stintz Milestrip Center) Publications in Smith & Kraus The Best 10-Minute Plays, The Louisville Review, and Sick Lit Magazine As a proud member of the Dramatist Guild and BAWG Playwrights, Marchant actively participates in the professional theatre community while mentoring students at SUNY Brockport. Her creative work has been produced or developed with numerous theatre companies including Nickel Flour, Woven Theatre, Workshop Theater, and Alleyway Theatre across the United States and Canada. Her full-length script Turtle Play is now available from Next Stage Press.

Zdravko BotevView profile

Lecturer

• Monte Carlo Methods
• Network Reliability
• Kernel Density Estimation
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Dr. Zdravko Botev is a Lecturer in Computational Statistics and Applied Probability at the School of Mathematics and Statistics, UNSW Sydney. He holds a PhD from the University of Queensland (2010) and has held postdoctoral fellowships at the Universities of Montreal and Cambridge. His research focuses on adaptive Monte Carlo methods, rare-event probability estimation, network reliability modeling, kernel density estimation, and model selection. He is the author of widely used MATLAB scripts for nonparametric density estimation and has contributed to influential texts like Data Science and Machine Learning: Mathematical and Statistical Methods . Education: PhD in Statistics, University of Queensland, Australia, 2010 Research Interests: Dr. Botev's work emphasizes computational statistics and rare-event simulation, with applications in network reliability and kernel density estimation. His methods address challenges in high-dimensional data analysis, Monte Carlo algorithms, and efficient statistical computation. Key areas include: - Adaptive Monte Carlo methods for rare-event simulation - Kernel density estimation techniques and boundary conditions - Variance reduction strategies in statistical modeling Professional Engagement: Member of the Australian Academy of Sciences Christopher Heyde Medal Awards Committee (2021–2023) Steering Committee member for the Monte Carlo Methods Conference Associate Editor for INFORMS Journal of Computing and Australian & New Zealand Journal of Statistics Chair of the organizing committee for the 12th International Conference on Monte Carlo Methods and Applications (2019) Teaching: Dr. Botev has taught courses such as Data Mining (MATH5836), Geotechnical Data Collection and Analysis (MINE8680), and Probability and Statistics (MATH2901/MATH2931). His teaching has received positive student evaluations for clarity and engagement.

Hadas Kress-GazitView profile

Professor

• Robotics
• Motion Planning
• Task Planning
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Hadas Kress-Gazit is a Professor at Cornell University's Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Her research focuses on formal methods for robotics and automation, particularly in creating verifiable controllers for complex tasks. She holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Systems Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania (2008) and has been at Cornell since 2009. Her work integrates logic, verification, hybrid systems theory, and computational linguistics. Notable awards include the NSF CAREER Award (2010), DARPA Young Faculty Award (2012), and IEEE Fellow (2020). Research interests span Robotics, Motion Planning, Task Planning, Verification, Human-Robot Interaction, and Modular Robotics. She collaborates on projects like ShadowSense, enabling tactile interaction via shadow imaging, and leads work in swarm robotics, formal synthesis, and human-robot collaboration. Her lab develops systems for emergency evacuation, social robotics, and modular manipulators. Awards include teaching excellence recognitions (2013, 2019) and research accolades such as the 2020 Outstanding Research Award. Her contributions bridge theoretical formal methods with practical robotic systems, emphasizing safety, adaptability, and human-centric design.

Vassilis PetrakisView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aegean Prehistory
• Linear B Epigraphy
• Mycenaean Economy and Administration
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Vassilis Petrakis is an Assistant Professor of Prehistoric Archaeology at the Department of History and Archaeology, National & Kapodistrian University of Athens. He holds a first degree in archaeology (2002, Athens) and a PhD in prehistoric archaeology (2010, Athens). His work focuses on Aegean prehistory with special emphasis on the Greek Mainland. Specialist in Linear B epigraphy Researches Mycenaean economy, administration, and religion Expert in mortuary practices and funerary architecture Studies warfare and trade in the Aegean Bronze Age His current research includes the study and publication of Linear B documents from the Mycenaean palace complex of Ayios Vasileios in Laconia and Bronze Age inscriptions from Kato Zakros, Crete. Petrakis has participated in field projects in Greece and Cyprus, including the Eleusis Archaeological Project, Iklaina Archaeological Project, and Koukonisi excavations. He previously worked as a contract archaeologist and research fellow before joining the Athens faculty in 2021. His publication trends reflect expertise in: Aegean scripts and writing systems Mycenaean political geographies Religious and ritual practices Iconographic analysis Administrative structures Intercultural contact studies