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• Artificial Intelligence
• Cybersecurity
• AI Safety
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Dr. Isabel Straw is an Assistant Professor in Healthcare Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity at the Faculty of Population Health Sciences, University College London. She leads the CRASH Team (Cybersecurity Resiliency & AI Safety in Healthcare) and collaborates with the Centre for Healthcare Cybersecurity at the University of California San Diego. As an Emergency Doctor at Homerton Hospital NHS Trust, her research bridges clinical practice, AI development, and cybersecurity. PhD in Artificial Intelligence Contributed to UNESCO's Recommendation on the Ethics of AI Developed CIPHER: tool for modeling patient harms from cyberattacks Co-led international workshops on healthcare cybersecurity Featured in 15+ international media outlets Her research examines technology-facilitated abuse, algorithmic bias in healthcare, and risks from interconnected medical technologies. She has delivered over 70 invited talks, including DEF CON and May Contain Hackers events. Recent publications include: 2025: Cybersecurity in family medicine clinics 2024: Sex-based disparities in cardiac ML algorithms 2023: Biotechnological syndromes and digital pathologies 2022: Ethical model calibration in medical AI 2020: AI biases in mental health She leads UCL postgraduate modules on Healthcare AI and Cybersecurity, and mentors MSc students on topics including AI fairness in oncology and cardiology. Her work has informed WHO policy, UK parliamentary frameworks, and UN AI governance reports.

Elliot HawkesView profile

Associate Professor

• Dynamic Systems
• Control & Robotics
• Micro & Nano Technology
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Elliot Hawkes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). His research bridges design, mechanics, and non-traditional materials to develop robust, adaptable, human-safe robots for uncertain environments. He leads the Hawkes Lab, focusing on bio-inspired microstructured adhesives, nonlinear compliant mechanisms, soft actuators, exoskeletons, and growing robots. PhD from Stanford University, 2015 Postdoctoral Scholar at Stanford's CHARM Lab, 2015-2016 Assistant Professor at UCSB since 2016 Current projects include: Material-like robotic collectives with spatiotemporal control Variable friction shoe for locomotor therapy High-force soft actuators for industrial applications Vine-inspired robots for search and rescue Growing robots for biomedical and environmental use Recent publications in Science and Nature highlight breakthroughs in soft robotics and human-safe actuation. His team has received multiple NSF GRFP awards and a UCSB Regents Fellowship. The lab holds patents in adhesive gripping, soft actuation, and reconfigurable robotics.

Tingkai WangView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Mobile Robots
• Intelligent Systems
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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Dr. Tingkai Wang is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Computing and Digital Media at London Metropolitan University. His research focuses on mobile robots, intelligent systems, artificial intelligence, control systems, image/signal processing, and virtual reality. He teaches the Programming for Computer Science module and has led projects like the Virtual Environment and Simulation System (2000-2002) and Navigation and Control of Mobile Robots (1995-1998). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining expert systems, neural networks, and fuzzy logic to address challenges in autonomous systems. Notable contributions include AGV navigation algorithms, hybrid control systems, and predictive modeling. Over 30 publications span robotics, control engineering, and AI applications. He collaborates internationally and has presented at venues like the International Conference on Intelligent Systems Engineering and the IEEE Conference on Engineering in Medicine and Biology. Dr. Wang’s expertise bridges theoretical modeling and practical implementation, with applications in manufacturing automation, environmental monitoring, and industrial management systems. His current research continues exploring adaptive control mechanisms and AI-driven robotics solutions.

• Criminology
• Policy and administration
• Public health
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Kate Bowers is a Professor of Security and Crime Science and Head of Department at University College London's Department of Security and Crime Science. She is also Director of the Jill Dando Institute of Security and Crime Science, with over 30 years of experience in crime science research. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University of Liverpool (1999) Master of Arts, University of Liverpool (1994) Bachelor of Science, University of Durham (1993) Kate's research focuses on quantitative methods and data analytics in crime analysis and prevention, with special interests in predictive policing, big data approaches, evidence-based crime prevention, and innovative data utilization. Her work explores spatial, temporal and spatio-temporal crime patterns, crime radiation theory, and the relationships between crime and environmental context. Her research has been funded by organizations including the UK Government, US Department of Justice, Police, and UK research councils (EPSRC, ESRC, AHRC). She has contributed to three world-leading REF case studies and served as Editor-in-Chief of the Crime Science Journal. Teaching Contributions: Programme Convener for MSc in Crime Science (8 years) Co-developed many MSc modules including Preventing Crimes, Quantitative Methods and Crime Mapping, Spatial Analysis Involved in curriculum development and internal quality assurance External examiner and advisor at University of Leicester and Abertay University

Kibret MequanintView profile

Professor

• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
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Dr. Kibret Mequanint is a full Professor at Western University's Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, with cross-appointments in Biomedical Engineering. Holding a PhD from University of Stellenbosch and postdoctoral experience at Technical University of Darmstadt and McMaster University, his research bridges polymer science, materials engineering, and life sciences with applications in Biomaterials , Tissue Engineering , and Regenerative Medicine . His work spans both fundamental and translational research in cell-material interactions , polymer biomaterial design , and therapeutic radiation dosimeters , with technologies transferred to commercial applications. Leading scholar and educator with awards from NSERC, CIHR, and Western University Fellow of: American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE), Ethiopian Academy of Sciences, International Union of Societies for Biomaterials Science and Engineering, Canadian Academy of Engineering Extensive editorial and panel service for NSERC, CIHR, and international journals His research program has produced over 170 refereed publications, focusing on conductive hydrogels , bioadhesives , and vascular tissue engineering . Recent work on endoscopy-deliverable bioadhesives and snake venom-derived hemostatic gels has attracted global media attention. He has served in leadership roles at the Canadian Biomaterials Society and university governance bodies including Senate and Board of Governors.

• Sensors
• Nanotechnology
• Liquid Metals
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Professor Kourosh Kalantar Zadeh is the Head of School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Sydney. He also holds adjunct professorships at UNSW and RMIT. His research focuses on sensors, nanotechnology, liquid metals, and medical devices. He has over 500 publications and is a member of prestigious editorial boards. **Awards**: Includes AAAS Fellowship (2021), Robert Boyle Prize (2020), Walter Burfitt Prize (2019), and multiple Clarivate Highly Cited recognitions. His work has been featured in over 350 media outlets, including BBC, Time Magazine, and Nature. **Research**: Innovations include ingestible gas-sensing capsules, smart paints, and liquid metal-based catalysis. Supervises 10 PhD students in areas like functional materials and medical devices. **Grants**: Leads ARC Laureate Fellowship projects on liquid metals and NHMRC grants for gut metabolite sensing. Part of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Future Low-Energy Electronics. **Engagement**: Media engagements highlight breakthroughs in sensors, liquid metals, and environmental technologies. Collaborates across disciplines to translate research into practical applications.

Sarah CrookView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Women's history
• Student histories
• History of medicine
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Dr. Sarah Crook is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of History at Swansea University, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. She specializes in modern British history with a focus on women's history, student mental health, and the history of medicine. PhD in History from Queen Mary University of London MSt in Women's Studies from Keble College, Oxford Bachelor's degree in History from University of Sussex Her research explores histories of feminism , LGBTQ+ activism , motherhood , university communities , and mental health from postwar Britain to the 1980s. She is the director of GENCAS (Centre for Research into Gender and Culture in Society), an interdisciplinary research center. Recent publications analyze: Gendered undercover policing in the 1970s Humor as feminist resistance Neoliberalism and academic compassion Student loneliness across decades She has secured grants from Wellcome Trust , Arts and Humanities Research Council , and Medical Research Council (U-Belong project). Her teaching includes modules on Radical Histories , History of Sex and Gender , and Making History .

Guy G. DrijkoningenView profile

Associate Professor

• Applied Geophysics
• Seismic Experiments & Modelling
• Seismic Data Acquisition
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Guy G. Drijkoningen is an Associate Professor in Applied Geophysics at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences. He is actively involved in teaching and research within the Department of Applied Geophysics & Petrophysics. Education: MSc, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands PhD, Cambridge University, UK Research Focus: His work centers on Seismic Experiments & Modelling , particularly in exploration and shallow-subsurface contexts. Key areas include: Seismic data acquisition on land Continuous seismic monitoring Shallow shear-wave imaging (land and marine) Seismic wave propagation in porous media Current projects leverage advanced sensor networks (e.g., LOFAR), full-waveform inversion for tunnel-boring machines, and novel vibrator technologies. Publications Trend: Recent works (2011–2016) emphasize seismic modeling, inversion techniques, and experimental validation across marine and terrestrial environments. Topics span poroelastic wave theory, ambient-noise interferometry, and innovative seismic source design, reflecting a blend of theoretical and applied geophysics. Scientific Awards: Best-paper award Geophysics 2015 for "A seismic vertical vibrator driven by linear synchronous motors" Professional Memberships & Editorial Roles: Member: Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) Member: European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE) Associate Editor: Geophysics Teaching: He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including Introduction to Geophysics, Reflection Seismology, and specialized PhD-level modules on seismic data analysis.

Mary Ann LilaView profile

Professor

• Functional Foods
• Plant Chemistry
• Nutrition Science
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Mary Ann Lila holds the David H. Murdock Distinguished Professorship at North Carolina State University’s Department of Food, Bioprocessing & Nutrition Sciences. She leads the Plants for Human Health Institute and is affiliated with the Global Institute for Bioexploration (GIBEX). Her research focuses on phytochemicals in functional foods, immune modulation, and plant-based solutions for health challenges like allergies and cognitive decline. Lila has pioneered protein-polyphenol particle technology to enhance bioactive delivery and mitigate food allergies. Education: Ph.D. Plant Biology (University of Wisconsin, 1984); M.S. Plant Pathology (University of Illinois, 1980); B.S. Horticultural Sciences (University of Illinois, 1978) Key Roles: Director of Plants for Human Health Institute; Affiliate Faculty at University of Alaska Fairbanks Her research interests include bioactive phytochemicals’ roles in inflammation, immunosuppression, and cognitive health. She investigates how plant-derived compounds interact with the gut microbiome to enhance health outcomes. Notable studies address blueberry bioavailability, anti-cancer properties of berry juices, and ozone-induced skin damage mitigation. Recent Achievements: - Copernico Bronze Medal (2021) - 2023 Senior Outstanding Global Engagement Award - David H. Murdock Distinguished Professorship (2010–present) Lila’s work spans collaborations across disciplines, including food engineering, genomics, and cosmeceutical development. Her lab develops sustainable food technologies to address global health and environmental challenges, emphasizing functional ingredients from underutilized crops and byproducts.

Andrew P. DicksView profile

Teaching Professor

• Chemistry Education
• Green Chemistry
• Sustainable Lab Practices
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Andrew P. Dicks is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Toronto, serving as Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies. His work focuses on transforming chemistry education through green laboratory practices, sustainable curricula, and innovative pedagogical strategies. He has spearheaded the redesign of undergraduate organic chemistry labs to emphasize microscale experiments, green chemistry principles, and collaborative learning. His research explores methods to integrate the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into education and has been recognized with the ACS-CEI Award for an undergraduate catalytic chemistry course. Dr. Dicks’ administrative contributions include mentoring faculty and developing programs like the Chemistry Teaching Fellowship. He advocates for teaching assistant training, writing instruction, and student learning communities. His lab initiatives emphasize real-world relevance, using waste materials (e.g., McDonald’s cooking oil) and natural media (citrus juice) to demonstrate chemical principles. Notable research themes include solvent-free reactions, energy-efficient microwave techniques, and metrics for evaluating reaction greenness. His articles highlight trends in green chemistry education, pandemic-driven pedagogical adaptations, and interdisciplinary approaches to materials science. Awards include the ACS-CEI Award, reflecting his impact on advancing sustainable chemistry education globally. Dr. Dicks also champions humor and puzzles in science communication to engage learners and foster a culture of curiosity.

Qijia ShaoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Mobile Computing
• HCI
• Ubiquitous Computing
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Qijia Shao is an Assistant Professor at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), specializing in Mobile Computing, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), and Ubiquitous Computing. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Columbia University (2024), advised by Prof. Xia Zhou and Prof. Fred Jiang, with prior degrees from Dartmouth College (M.Sc.) and UESTC (B.Sc.). His research focuses on developing unobtrusive systems for human physical/physiological signal sensing, integrating machine learning, signal processing, and hardware design to address societal challenges in healthcare, education, and human-computer interaction. Educational Background: Ph.D., Computer Science, Columbia University (2024) M.Sc., Dartmouth College B.Sc., UESTC Visiting Student, National Chiao Tung University (EECS) Research Assistant, Missouri S&T Research Interests: Deployable systems for human state analysis via physical/physiological signals (e.g., ECG, movement) Generalizable AI algorithms for low-overhead data interpretation Hardware-software co-design for imperceptible sensing Applications in healthcare (e.g., Kangaroo Mother Care monitoring), education, and consumer electronics Awards & Recognition: MobiSys 2024 Best Paper and Demo Awards NSF Funding & Rising Stars Honors ACM UbiComp Gaetano Borriello Award Finalist Editorial Board Member (ACM IMWUT, since 2024) Lab & Collaborations: Director of the Ubiquitous X Lab at HKUST Industry partnerships with Samsung, Snap, and Philips Research International conference TPC roles (MobiSys, SenSys) and keynote speaking engagements

Camillia CowlingView profile

Associate Professor

• Slavery and Abolition in the Americas
• Gender History
• Latin American History
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Camillia Cowling is an Associate Professor of Latin American History at the University of Warwick, based in the Faculty of Arts' Department of History. She specializes in slavery and abolition in Brazil and Cuba, with a focus on gendered dimensions of emancipation processes. Her research examines how enslaved and freed women influenced abolition through legal mechanisms and spatial politics. Cowling holds a Ph.D. from the University of Nottingham (2007) and has held prestigious fellowships including the Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship (2009-2012). Her major work Conceiving Freedom (2013) analyzes gendered abolition dynamics in Havana and Rio de Janeiro, winning the Roberto Reis Prize. Ongoing research includes Bound Journeys, Freedom Places , exploring spatial politics of slavery in 19th-century Cuba with support from British Academy and Leverhulme grants. Cowling co-edited journal special issues on Mothering Slaves (2017/2020), advancing scholarship on maternal roles in slave societies. Teaching focuses on Latin America, including modules on Brazilian history, Atlantic slave societies, and global empire studies. She actively supervises PhDs on 19th-century Latin America, slavery, gender, and spatial mobilities. Notable supervisees include Dr. Liana-Beatrice Valerio (2020) and Dr. Nicolás Gómez Baeza (2024). Awards include the Frederick Douglass Prize nomination and media engagement through interviews like her 2015 Globo article discussing enslaved women's legal agency. Current projects emphasize archival research in Brazil, Cuba, and Spain, with a focus on spatial dimensions of enslavement and resistance.

Erika RackleyView profile

Professor

• Judicial Studies
• Law and Gender
• Criminal Law
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Professor Erika Rackley is a Professor of Law at the University of Kent's Kent Law School. Her academic career includes previous chairs at Birmingham and Durham Universities, alongside administrative roles such as Deputy Head of School and Director of Research. She co-leads major research initiatives like the Women’s Legal Landmarks Project and co-authors leading tort law textbooks. Her research focuses on judicial studies , law and gender , image-based sexual abuse , and feminist legal history . Key projects include analyses of Lady Hale’s jurisprudence, judicial diversity reforms, and legal responses to image-based abuse. Rackley’s work has influenced UK legislation, judiciary practices, and international rulings, including a 2021 Indian Supreme Court judgment. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to legal reform, with over 65 works in areas like Feminist Judgments , Image-Based Sexual Abuse , and Judicial Appointments . She has secured grants from AHRC, ESRC, and the Leverhulme Trust, and contributes to media commentary on legal issues. Teaching focuses on tort law, with prior modules in gender and law, criminal law, and legal methods. Rackley supervises PhD students on topics including judicial diversity in Cyprus, civil actions for rape, and Russian tort law. Grants: AHRC, ESRC, British Academy, Leverhulme Trust Key Projects: Feminist Judgments Project, Women’s Legal Landmarks Labs/Teams: Collaborations with Rosemary Auchmuty, Rosemary Hunter, and interdisciplinary research networks Future Work: Expanding feminist legal history and judicial diversity studies

Maxime LanoyView profile

Associate Professor

• Acoustics
• Metamaterials
• Wave Propagation
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Maxime Lanoy serves as an Associate Professor at Le Mans University, France, conducting research at the Institute of Acoustics (LAUM), a joint research unit of Le Mans University and the CNRS. He is a member of the Materials team, which focuses on the acoustics and mechanics of porous materials, contributing to the university's strategic research in physical sciences and engineering. His primary research interests encompass the acoustics of heterogeneous media and multiple scattering phenomena, the design and characterization of acoustic and elastic metamaterials, and the dynamics of flexible structures such as soft strips and elastomers. He investigates wave propagation in unstable structures and complex media, with applications in sound control, imaging, and particle manipulation. This work sits at the intersection of acoustics, materials science, and mechanical engineering, aiming to develop innovative solutions for wave-based technologies. Analysis of Lanoy's recent publications (2018-2025) reveals a consistent emphasis on metamaterials, particularly those utilizing bubble arrays and soft polymers. His research trajectory shows progression from fundamental studies of wave propagation in structured media to applied work on devices for filtering, lensing, and absorption. Key themes include the control of elastic waves in soft materials, the exploitation of space-time interfaces, and the development of broadband acoustic absorbers. These contributions advance the field of wave physics and have potential applications in medical ultrasound, underwater acoustics, and precision manufacturing. No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals were mentioned in the provided text sources. The available information does not specify any graduate students advised by Dr. Lanoy or details of research grants he has secured. His academic role as Associate Professor implies teaching and mentoring responsibilities, but specific advising activities are not documented in the given materials. Lanoy is embedded in the Materials team at LAUM, which operates within a well-equipped laboratory environment featuring advanced facilities for acoustic and ultrasonic measurements, optical methods, and material fabrication. The LAUM institute fosters collaboration across several transversal axes, including metamaterials and nonlinear acoustics, providing a rich interdisciplinary context for his research on wave phenomena in complex media.

Erik KwakkelView profile

Professor

• History of the Book
• Digital Humanities
• Codicology
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Erik Kwakkel is a Professor at the University of British Columbia, School of Information , specializing in the History of the Book , Codicology , and Digital Humanities . His research examines premodern communication systems, focusing on manuscript design, marginalia, and knowledge dissemination before print culture. Director, UBC iSchool (2020–present) Member, Comité International de Paléographie Latine (CIPL) Active in digitization projects and outreach through medievalbooks.nl blog and social media His research bridges material culture with digital innovation, analyzing medieval parchment reuse, manuscript fragments in early-modern bindings, and collaborative book production networks in Paris. He pioneered framed fragment storage at UBC for safer pedagogical use of delicate materials. Selected Publications include Books Before Print (2018), Medicine at Monte Cassino (2019), and The European Book in the Twelfth Century (2018). His media impact spans BBC World Service , CNN , and Smithsonian Magazine . Awards & Recognition : International expert on medieval manuscripts Buzzfeed's '8 Book Historians Killing It Online' (2014) CIPL Membership