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• Educational Identity Development
• Adolescent Psychology
• School Transitions
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Dr. Annabelle Christiaens serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Youth and Family at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences. She currently contributes to the "Pedagogy of Hope" project, where she investigates adolescents' attitudes toward climate and sustainability through the lens of eco-identity development. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor in Psychology at Tilburg University (2013-2017, with distinction), followed by a Research Master in Psychology: Individual Differences and Assessment (2017-2019, with honors). She completed her PhD at Utrecht University in 2024 with the dissertation "Navigating School Transitions: The Formation and Maintenance of Adolescents' Educational Identity," supervised by Dr. Stefanie Nelemans and Professor Dr. Susan Branje. Dr. Christiaens' research expertise centers on educational identity development during critical school transitions, with particular focus on how adolescents construct and maintain their educational identities. Her work employs sophisticated longitudinal methodologies and advanced statistical techniques including latent class/profile analysis, multilevel modeling, and structural equation modeling. She has made significant contributions to understanding identity processes through the development and validation of measurement tools like the Educational Identity Processes Scale (EIPS). Analysis of her publication record reveals a clear trajectory from foundational work on identity measurement and developmental patterns toward increasingly complex examinations of the interplay between identity formation, psychological needs, and environmental factors. Her recent work demonstrates growing attention to the role of basic psychological needs in identity construction and the reciprocal relationships between school environments and identity development. Dr. Christiaens maintains active engagement with the academic community through multiple service roles: Local Committee member for the ISRI conference 2024 Co-organizer of the CAS Studies Research Day Member of the CAS educational advisory committee Her commitment to methodological excellence is evident through her participation in numerous specialized training programs, including summer schools on multilevel analysis, SEM modeling in Mplus, and longitudinal analysis methods. Her current research on eco-identity represents an important expansion of her work into sustainability education, demonstrating the adaptability and relevance of identity frameworks to contemporary societal challenges.

Andrea DreyerView profile

Professor

• Art Education
• Didactics
• Teacher Professional Development
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Prof. Dr. Andrea Dreyer is a full-time Professor of Art and its Didactics at the Bauhaus University Weimar , where she has served since 2013. She is Vice Dean for Strategic Development within the Faculty of Art and Design and actively participates in academic governance, including roles in graduation committees, teacher training advisory boards, and curriculum commissions. Her research focuses on teacher professionalization, architectural pedagogy, and digital art education, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches and qualitative social research methodologies. First and Second State Examination for Teaching at Grammar Schools in Art Education and Social Studies (1994–2000, 2004–2006) Andrea Dreyer’s publications span topics such as Bauhaus-inspired pedagogy, urban-rural spatial education, and digital integration in art teaching. She has led initiatives like DigiProSMK and Denkraum.Bauhaus , and her work often bridges art, architecture, and societal transformation. She has served as Dean of Studies and Vice-Rector for Studies and Teaching at Bauhaus University, advocating for phase-transcendent teacher networks and reflective professional practices. Her recent articles address participatory architectural psychology, interdisciplinary curriculum design, and digitalization in art education. Despite extensive committee involvement and editorial contributions, no specific scientific awards are highlighted in the provided texts. She mentors students and collaborators within the kunst:pädagogik | netz:werk platform and maintains active partnerships with institutions like the Thuringian Ministry of Education and Friedrich-Schiller University Jena.

Jenna L. HennebryView profile

Professor

• Gender and Migration
• International Migration
• Labour Migration Governance
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Jenna L. Hennebry is a Professor at the Balsillie School of International Affairs and Associate Dean at the School of International Policy and Governance at Wilfrid Laurier University. She also serves as Program Coordinator for the Women and Gender Studies program in the Faculty of Arts. Hennebry co-founded the International Migration Research Centre , the Migrant Worker Health Project , and the Gender+Migration Hub, funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Education: PhD in Sociology (University of Western Ontario, 2006) MA in Sociology (University of Waterloo, 1998) BA in Sociology (University of Waterloo, 1995) Research Focus centers on migrant worker rights, labor migration governance, gender and migration, health and social protection, and transnationalism. Her work addresses structural vulnerabilities, policy coherence, and rights-based approaches to migration systems. Scientific Contributions include publications in International Migration , Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies , and technical reports for UN Women and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Key projects involve "Mediating Mobility: Temporary Migration and Private Sector Influence in Canada's Immigration System" and "Promoting and Protecting Women Migrant Workers’ Labour and Human Rights" (Mexico, Moldova, Philippines). Awards WLU Faculty Merit Award (2013) WLU Faculty Merit Award (2009) Leadership Roles include membership in the Canadian Council for Refugees Subcommittee on Migrant Workers, UN Expert Working Group on Women’s Human Rights, and advisory positions with the Global Migration Data Centre and the Migration Research and Publishing High-Level Advisers at IOM.

• Entrepreneurship
• Sustainable Business
• International Business
• +3 more

Paulo Borges de Brito is a Lecturer in the Department of Management at Colorado State University's College of Business. He specializes in teaching courses on Entrepreneurship, Social and Sustainable Venturing, and International Business. Brito holds a B.S. in Economics from Presbyterian Mackenzie University (Brazil), an M.S. in Environmental Science from Universidade de São Paulo, and an M.S. in Agricultural and Resource Economics from Colorado State University. Prior to joining CSU, he founded the Brazilian chapter of a global conservation non-profit and contributed to award-winning books on sustainable development synergies. His research explores the intersection of business and sustainability, with emphasis on: Bioeconomy-driven business opportunities Agroecology and climate adaptation in smallholder farming Sustainable international trade frameworks Inclusive pedagogical approaches in business education Brito's recent publications (2018–2024) cluster around three themes: sustainable bioeconomy transitions, climate-resilient agriculture in developing regions, and innovative business education methods. Earlier work (2006–2014) focused on Brazilian organic farming certification, community-based environmental action, and water-efficient agriculture. He has received significant recognition including the 2023 CSU Best Teacher Award and designation as an Inclusive Excellence Fellow . Brito actively serves on university committees including the CSU Todos Santos Strategic Advisory Committee, Faculty Institute for Inclusive Excellence Advisory Committee, and as College of Business representative for UCC and Scholastic Standards.

Matias Thuen JørgensenView profile

Associate Professor

• Tourism
• Sustainable Tourism
• Tourism Development
• +6 more

Matias Thuen Jørgensen is an Associate Professor and head of the Center for Tourism Research at Roskilde University, Denmark, within the Department of Social Sciences and Business. His interdisciplinary research bridges business studies, sociology, and human geography to examine tourism's societal impacts, with empirical focus on Chinese tourism markets and Nordic destinations. He holds a PhD in Tourism Management from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2017), awarded through the competitive Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme. His educational foundation combines rigorous academic training with field expertise in tourism phenomena. The PhD research at Hong Kong Polytechnic University established his methodological approach to analyzing tourism distribution systems through Activity Theory and Actor-Network Theory frameworks. Jørgensen's research critically examines tourism's role in sustainable community development, emphasizing how mundane everyday experiences create destination value in Nordic contexts. His work explores social value creation through tourist-resident interactions, regenerative tourism models like CopenPay, and the socio-economic implications of tourism transitions in peri-urban areas. Key themes include the ethical dimensions of tourism development, community mobilization through social entrepreneurship, and the complex interplay between tourism policy and local realities. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in regenerative tourism frameworks, micro-level host-guest interactions, and policy responses to overtourism challenges. His scholarship increasingly focuses on climate-responsive tourism models, ethical pricing mechanisms in aviation, and regulatory approaches to short-term rentals, demonstrating consistent evolution toward solution-oriented sustainability research. Notable recognitions include: Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (2014) Nomination for Danish National University Teaching Award (2023) Peter Keller Award (2022) Roskilde University Teaching Prize (2022) Teacher of the Year Award, Roskilde University (2022) As principal investigator on seven research projects totaling over 3 million DKK in funding, Jørgensen has secured grants from diverse sources including industry partnerships and public research councils. Current projects include the SeNSE initiative on sustainable nature-based tourism entrepreneurship and the Tourism Business Model Tool development. He actively supervises doctoral research on social value creation in urban tourism encounters while contributing to policy formulation through UNWTO engagements and frequent media commentary. Leading the Center for Tourism Research (CFTR), he fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration between academics, industry stakeholders, and policymakers. His recent activities include organizing the 2025 Academy of Management symposium on tourism transitions and establishing the 'Tourism and Everyday Life in Cities' research network, positioning CFTR at the forefront of contemporary tourism scholarship.

Jose Marin JarrinView profile

Associate Professor

• Fisheries Management
• Marine Conservation
• Data-Limited Fisheries
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Jose Marin Jarrin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fisheries Biology at Cal Poly Humboldt's College of Natural Resources. Originally from Ecuador, he holds a B.Sc. in Biology from the University of Guayaquil (2002), an M.Sc. in Marine Biology from the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (2007), and a Ph.D. in Fisheries Science from Oregon State University (2012). Before joining Cal Poly Humboldt, he served as a Senior Fisheries Ecologist at the Charles Darwin Foundation (2016-2018), a Prometeo Research Fellow at Escuela Superior Politecnica del Litoral in Ecuador (2015-2016), and completed postdoctoral research at Central Michigan University (2013-2015). Dr. Marin Jarrin's research focuses on high-use and data-limited fisheries species, with particular emphasis on providing vital early and adult life history data for fishes and crustaceans. His work examines impacts from local fishery pressures and climate change, primarily through the lens of tropical Eastern Pacific ecosystems, especially the Galapagos Islands, and temperate systems along the California coast. He leads the Marine Fisheries Ecology Lab and has developed innovative approaches to studying sandy beach surf zones as critical habitats for juvenile fish species. His research spans multiple methodologies including otolith analysis, population dynamics, trophic ecology, and collaborative fisheries management approaches. Analysis of Dr. Marin Jarrin's recent publications reveals a strong focus on Galapagos Island fisheries, with significant attention to species life history parameters, impacts of climate variability, and marine protected area effectiveness. His work bridges temperate and tropical systems, connecting research in Northern California with Ecuadorian and Galapagos waters. A notable trend is the increasing emphasis on community-based and collaborative research approaches, particularly with tribal communities along the North Coast of California and artisanal fishers in Ecuador. His publications demonstrate expertise in both field ecology and advanced analytical techniques for fisheries assessment. Dr. Marin Jarrin actively mentors graduate students, with several recent theses focusing on surf zone ecology, fisheries management, and species life history. His teaching portfolio includes courses in Ichthyology, Fisheries Science Communication, US and World Fisheries, Advanced Ichthyology (with specialization in Sharks and Rays), Marine Fish Ecology, and Techniques in Fisheries Biology. His research program has secured funding for projects including the Sandy Beach Surf Zone MPA project and the Northern California Tribal Fisheries Collaborative, demonstrating his commitment to applied fisheries science that directly informs management decisions.

• International Politics of the Middle East
• MENA region studies
• Western Sahara politics
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Victoria Veguilla Del Moral is an Associate Professor in Public Law at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, specializing in Political and Administrative Science with a focus on Western Sahara politics. Her research examines the complex interplay between territorial administration, political mobilization, and identity in contested spaces, particularly in Dakhla, Western Sahara. She earned her PhD from the University of Granada in 2011 with a thesis titled Policies of the Octopus in Dakhla: Public Action, Halieutic Resources and Social Dynamics , supervised by Dr. Bernard Botiveau and Dr. Juan Montabes Pereira. Her academic journey reflects deep engagement with both theoretical political science frameworks and extensive fieldwork in North Africa. Veguilla Del Moral's research interests span International Politics of the Middle East, MENA region studies, political ethnography, and electoral processes in occupied territories. Her work particularly focuses on Sahrawi youth movements, Moroccan territorial policies in Western Sahara, and the dynamics of political mobilization in contested spaces. She approaches these topics through a lens that combines political science, anthropology, and postcolonial studies, revealing the complex ways local populations navigate occupation and political control. Her publication record shows consistent scholarly output with significant recent contributions including Regionalization under Occupation: Western Saharan Parliamentary Elites and the Moroccan Regionalization Strategy (2011-16) (2024) and Do Electoral Processes in Western Sahara Produce Representation Beyond the Context of Occupation? (2023). These works demonstrate her ongoing commitment to analyzing the political realities of Western Sahara through empirical research on governance structures, electoral participation, and resistance movements. While no specific scientific awards are mentioned in the available materials, her extensive publication record in reputable academic venues and her contributions to edited volumes like Arab Youths: From Morocco to Yemen: Leisure, Cultures and Politics indicate significant scholarly recognition. Her research methodology combines political ethnography with institutional analysis, often working across linguistic boundaries (publishing in English, French, and Spanish). She has established herself as a leading expert on Western Sahara politics, with particular expertise in the social dynamics of Dakhla and the political mobilization of Sahrawi youth. Her work contributes to broader discussions about governance in contested territories and the relationship between state administration and local populations in postcolonial contexts.

Mercedes BravoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Health
• Public Health
• Health Equity
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Mercedes Bravo is an Assistant Professor at Duke University, affiliated with the Duke Global Health Institute (DGHI) as the Associate Director for Community. She holds joint appointments in the Department of Global Health, Department of Population Health Sciences, and the Division of Environmental Science and Policy. Education: PhD from Yale University Bachelor of Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Dr. Bravo's research investigates the interplay between social and environmental exposures and their impact on health and developmental disparities. She prioritizes underserved populations and aims to advance health equity through granular analysis of exposure and outcome disparities. Her recent publications focus on air pollution, racial and educational isolation, residential instability, and lead exposure effects on child development. While no specific scientific awards were mentioned, her work bridges public health, environmental science, and biostatistics. In her role at DGHI, she contributes to the Global Network of Climate Observatories and advocates for localized climate solutions. She teaches the course GLHLTH 707: Biostatistics and Epidemiology for GH Science II .

Olga OleinikovaView profile

Associate Professor

• Migration Studies
• Eastern European Migration
• Democracy Studies
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Dr. Olga Oleinikova is an Associate Professor and Director of the Social Impact Technologies and Democracy Research Hub (SITADHub) within the School of Communication at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia. Internationally recognized for her contributions to research and social impact, she has been named among Forbes Top 40 Global Ukrainians and Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia. She was also a finalist for the Australian Council of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) Future Leader Award. Her educational background includes a PhD in Sociology from the University of Sydney (2016), with prestigious research fellowships at Oxford University's European Studies Centre (2018-2019), Charles University in Prague (2023-2024), and the WZB Berlin Social Science Center (2015). Dr. Oleinikova's research focuses on migration studies (particularly Eastern European migration to Australia), democracy studies, diaspora politics, and social impact technologies. Her work examines life strategies of migrants navigating displacement, democratic performance in Ukraine and Europe, and the intersection of technology and democracy. She has developed a theoretical framework distinguishing between 'achievement life strategies' and 'survival life strategies' among migrants from crisis regimes. Her publication portfolio includes several acclaimed works, with her most recent book 'New Eastern European Migration to Australia: From Ukraine, Czech Republic and Hungary' (Palgrave, 2023) examining new migration patterns. Her research demonstrates consistent focus on Eastern European migration, diaspora politics, and democratic development, with increasing attention to technology's role in democratic processes. Forbes Top 40 Global Ukrainians Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia CHASS Future Leader Award Finalist Visa People's Choice Award Anthill 30 Under 30 Winner Dr. Oleinikova has secured over $3 million in funding for social and commercial initiatives. She serves on several nonprofit boards, acts as an advisor to the Australia-Ukraine Chamber of Commerce, and mentors through the 1991 Open Data Incubator and Future Schools Australia. She founded the SITAD Visiting Fellowship Program, supporting Ukrainian early-career researchers and postgraduate students. Her media reach is substantial, with expert commentary featured in BBC News, Bloomberg, ABC News, CNA, The Conversation, Politico, SBS, and KyivPost, reaching an estimated 9.1 million people. She has delivered more than 30 keynote and invited talks at leading institutions worldwide. SITADHub, which she founded and directs, is a dynamic networked research center with 170 associates across 16 countries actively researching democracy, human-computer interaction, and global mobility, with a focus on Ukraine and broader Eastern Europe. The hub conducts unique research and maintains university partnerships throughout Europe and the Asia Pacific, including with WZB Berlin Social Science Research Centre, University of Oxford, and University of Sydney.

Matthias KünzlerView profile

Professor

• Media Policy
• Media Economics
• Comparative Media Systems
• +5 more

Matthias Künzler serves as Professor of Communication Policy and Media Economics at the Institute of Journalism and Communication Studies within Freie Universität Berlin's Department of Political and Social Sciences. His academic career spans Swiss and German institutions including FH Graubünden (2014-2021), Universität Zürich (2002-2013), and guest professorships at Universität Basel, Universität Zürich, Universität Fribourg, and Universität Salzburg. Current research focuses on Local Journalism and Municipal Communication in the Digital Transformation. Freie Universität Berlin (2021-present) FH Graubünden (2014-2021) Universität Zürich (2002-2013) His research examines comparative media systems with emphasis on German and Swiss contexts, local journalism sustainability, public service media transformation, and broadcast regulation. Methodologically grounded in qualitative approaches and organizational theory, his work addresses news deserts, media convergence, and the societal role of local media infrastructure. Recent projects analyze Swiss local media business models, youth engagement with public service content, and municipal communication in digital environments. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals concentrated focus on local media crises (7 articles), public service media challenges (4 articles), and Swiss-German media system comparisons (12 articles). Key emerging themes include news desert mitigation strategies, innovative funding models for local journalism, and public value frameworks for entertainment programming in public service contexts. Künzler serves as decentralized ombudsperson for scientific integrity at Freie Universität Berlin (since 2022) and previously chaired the Swiss Communication Science Association (2016-2022). He co-edits the "Medienstrukturen" book series (13 volumes published since 2012) and participates in editorial boards including Publizistik and M&K Medien & Kommunikationswissenschaft. His teaching covers German media systems, local communication, public service media innovations, and communication policy colloquia. Current doctoral supervision focuses on digital transformation impacts on local journalism and municipal communication. Leadership roles include advisory positions for Berlin's general career preparation program and research committees at FH Graubünden. Research infrastructure includes the ongoing "Lokalmedien in der Schweiz und Liechtenstein" dataset series tracking Swiss local media (2022-2025), developed with Burger and Autenrieth. The "Local Journalism and Municipal Communication" project examines digital transformation impacts through comparative Swiss-German analysis.

Kenneth StahlView profile

Professor

• Land Use Law
• Zoning
• Local Government Law
• +6 more

Kenneth Stahl is a Professor of Law and Director of the Environmental, Land Use, and Real Estate Law certificate program at Chapman University's Fowler School of Law . His work bridges judicial doctrine with urban sociology , economics , and humanities to analyze local governance. Education: University of Michigan (BA) , Yale Law School (JD) Professional Experience: Former Assistant U.S. Attorney and DOJ Trial Attorney Research explores local citizenship in globalized contexts, examining tensions between federal and local citizenship frameworks, particularly under nationalist political climates. His work has appeared in University of Pennsylvania Law Review , Harvard Civil Rights-Civil Liberties Law Review , and Cardozo Law Review . Recent publications focus on land use regulation , preemption conflicts , and adaptive legal responses to urban challenges like traffic studies and gentrification. He advocates for judicial review in policy implementation. Scientific Awards: Michael Lang Award for Scholarly Excellence (2021) Professor of the Year (twice at Fowler School of Law) Selected for Harvard Junior Faculty Forum (2012) Teaches courses in Land Use Regulation , Election Law , and Housing Policy , emphasizing practical legal applications and policy innovation .

• Sustainable Architecture
• Urban Climate Modeling
• Internet of Things in Construction
• +6 more

Matteo Giovanardi serves as a Visiting Professor at the Interuniversity Department of Regional and Urban Studies and Planning (DIST) at Politecnico di Torino. He has been actively engaged as a course collaborator for architecture and urban planning programs since the 2019/20 academic year, teaching modules in Architectural Technology, Advanced Environmental Technological Design, and Environmental Technological Design across both Bachelor's and Master's degree courses. His research focuses on the intersection of sustainable architecture, digital technologies, and urban planning, with particular emphasis on: Urban climate and microclimate modeling tools for Sustainable Development Goals Internet of Things applications for building process innovation Circular economy approaches in façade and building envelope design Environmental sensing systems for healthy urban districts Urban agriculture solutions for self-sufficient cities Giovanardi's publication record demonstrates an evolving research trajectory toward integrating digital technologies with sustainable building practices. His recent work shows increasing emphasis on IoT for building traceability, circular construction methodologies, and sophisticated environmental modeling techniques that bridge architecture, environmental engineering, and urban policy. His 2023 doctoral thesis on IoT applications for building envelope design represents a significant contribution to this field. He maintains active collaborations with researchers including Riccardo Pollo (who served as his doctoral advisor), Matteo Trane, Thaleia Konstantinou, and Tillmann Klein, producing interdisciplinary work that addresses contemporary urban challenges related to climate change adaptation, resource efficiency, and healthy city development.

Dominique J. BakerView profile

Associate Professor

• Education Policy
• Higher Education
• Equity in Education
• +5 more

Dominique J. Baker is an Associate Professor with a joint appointment in the College of Education and Human Development and the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration at the University of Delaware. She holds the John and Patricia Cochran Scholar of Inclusive Excellence endowed position, reflecting her commitment to equity and inclusivity in education. Degrees: PhD in Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies (2016), Vanderbilt University MEd in Student Affairs Practice in Higher Education (2012), University of Virginia BA in Psychology (2008), University of Virginia Research Focus: Dr. Baker's work examines how education policy affects access and success for minoritized students in higher education. Key areas include financial aid structures, admissions policies, campus climate inclusivity, and systemic racial disparities. She employs both quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze policy impacts. Article Trends: Her recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize racial and class disparities in college applications, state financial aid mechanisms, funding formulas for public institutions, media representation of student debt, and policy responses to systemic inequities. Methodological approaches include latent class analysis, NLP-driven application reviews, and comparative policy analysis. Scientific Recognition: AERA Early Career Award (2023) Diverse: Issues in Higher Ed - Top 40 Women in Higher Education (2025) Association for Education Finance and Policy Early Career Award ASHE Excellence in Public Policy Award National Academy of Education/Spencer Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Public Engagement: Dr. Baker has testified before the US Senate on race and student loans, serves on the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine - Board on Higher Education and Workforce , and her work appears in The New York Times , The Washington Post , and NPR .

Prineha NarangView profile

Professor

• Quantum Materials
• Quantum Information Science
• Non-Equilibrium Dynamics
• +7 more

Dr. Prineha Narang is a Professor of Physical Sciences and Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Previously, she held positions as an Assistant Professor at Harvard University and a Research Scholar at MIT. Her research focuses on quantum materials, quantum information science, and non-equilibrium dynamics, with interdisciplinary contributions to photonics, topological materials, and cavity quantum electrodynamics (QED). She leads the Narang Lab, which develops theoretical and computational methods to design quantum systems and explores applications in quantum networks and energy conversion. Dr. Narang has held leadership roles in major initiatives such as the DOE Quantum Science Center and the NSF Center for Quantum Networks. She is also the founder and CTO of Aliro Quantum, a company advancing quantum networking technologies. Education: M.S. and Ph.D. in Applied Physics from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). Her work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Mildred Dresselhaus Prize, NSF CAREER Award, and being named a Moore Inventor Fellow. She serves on editorial boards for journals like ACS Nano and Applied Physics Letters , and chairs international conferences. Outside academia, she advises organizations like arXiv and actively engages in promoting quantum technologies through industry collaborations. Research Interests: Quantum materials engineering, quantum networks, non-equilibrium phenomena, topological quantum states, and quantum defect physics. Current projects include designing scalable quantum repeaters, developing error-corrected quantum systems, and studying light-matter interactions in novel materials. Her lab’s SpaRTaNS code enables spatially-resolved transport simulations, advancing understanding of electron and phonon dynamics. Awards and Grants: Over 20 major awards, including the Guggenheim Fellowship (2023), ONR Young Investigator Award (2022), and leadership roles in DOE and NSF-funded centers. Her work bridges academia and industry, with partnerships at companies like Applied Materials and Northrop Grumman.

Haibo YangView profile

Assistant Professor

• Distributed Learning
• Federated Learning
• Optimization Algorithms
• +3 more

Haibo Yang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computing and Information Sciences at Rochester Institute of Technology's Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The Ohio State University under the supervision of Prof. Jia (Kevin) Liu. Rochester Institute of Technology , Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences Ohio State University , Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering His research focuses on distributed and federated learning systems, examining how statistical and system variability affect algorithm performance under constraints like privacy and communication limitations. Key areas include optimization algorithms, communication-efficient frameworks, Byzantine robustness, and multi-modal adversarial attacks. He is actively involved in developing theoretically grounded solutions for scalable and intelligent distributed learning. Recent publications highlight advancements in multi-objective reinforcement learning, zeroth-order federated optimization, and robustness against heterogeneous client participation. His work has appeared in top venues like UAI, IJCAI, ICLR, AAAI, NDSS, ACM CCS-LAMPS, and ACM MobiHoc, with notable acceptance rates (e.g., 19.3% for IJCAI 2025). Current projects investigate exact convergence mechanisms and adaptive weighting strategies. Dr. Yang received the RIT AI Seed Funding and GWBC Award in February 2024. He supervises funded Ph.D. students and teaches advanced machine learning topics, including CSCI-635: Introduction to Machine Learning.