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Michelle St ClairView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Developmental Psychology
• Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health
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Michelle St Clair is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Bath, specializing in Developmental Psychology with a focus on Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). She previously held roles at the University of Manchester and University of Cambridge, gaining expertise in large-scale data analysis. She was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2020 and currently leads research on DLD's long-term impacts on emotional/social outcomes, neurodiversity resilience, and intervention strategies. Education & Background: PhD/Postdoctoral work in Developmental Psychopathology at University of Manchester and University of Cambridge Joined University of Bath as Lecturer in 2014 Research Interests: Developmental pathways linking early language disorders to later emotional/social challenges Positive neurodiversity outcomes in DLD populations Parental mobile phone use effects on child language development Engaging families and researchers via the Engage with DLD project Projects & Collaborations: PI on Engage with Developmental Language Disorder (2020–present) Co-Investigator on ESRC Sleep and Mental Health project (2022–2024) Visiting Scientist at University of Cambridge (2015–2016) Collaborations with City, University of London and University of Cambridge Key Contributions: Developed accessible research summaries for DLD communities Pioneered longitudinal studies on DLD's social/emotional impacts Created datasets like Engage with DLD Accessible Databases and Zoti's Social Toolkit Future Work: Exploring DLD in under-researched populations (e.g., juvenile detention centers) Advancing technology-based interventions for emotional recognition Continuing SDG-aligned research on mental health equity

• High-Speed Electronics
• MMIC Design
• Millimeter-Wave Communication
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Professor Herbert Zirath is affiliated with the Department of Microtechnology and Nanoscience (MC2) at Chalmers University, Sweden , where he has held the Chair in High Speed Electronics since 1996. His research focuses on MMIC design for millimeterwave/sub-THz applications using III-V and silicon technologies, with current involvement in EU projects like 6GTandem , CoreNext , and TeraGreen targeting SiGe BiCMOS-based RFIC solutions for high data rate communication. Author/co-author of 530+ refereed papers Holder of 5 patents in high-frequency electronics Expert in semiconductor technologies: InP DHBT, GaN HEMT, SiGe BiCMOS Recent work includes polymer microwave fiber communication systems (e.g., 48 Gbps D-band links), sub-THz packaging solutions (EBG structures, glide-symmetric waveguides), and graphene FET applications in microwave detection. His team develops energy-efficient transceivers and low-loss chip-to-waveguide transitions for next-generation wireless infrastructure.

Vic CavalliView profile

Professor

• Early-Modern Religious Literature
• Creative Writing
• Literature
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Professor Vic Cavalli is a faculty member at Trinity Western University's Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences, holding a position in the English & Creative Writing department. He specializes in early-modern religious literature (focusing on St. Robert Southwell) and creative writing, with notable publications in both academic and literary journals. His creative work spans poetry, short fiction, and visual art, appearing in venues across Canada, the US, UK, Australia, and North Africa. Education: MA from the University of British Columbia and BA from St. Thomas University. Research focuses on intersections between religious history and creative expression, with peer-reviewed scholarship in Recusant History and Ushaw Magazine . Publications showcase a prolific output in literary journals like CIRQUE , Third Wednesday , and The New Quarterly , alongside a novel ( The Road to Vermilion Lake , 2017). His visual art often accompanies creative writing pieces, blending textual and visual storytelling. Received the Deans' Innovative Teaching Award (2007) for pedagogical excellence. Teaches courses ranging from introductory literature to creative writing workshops, emphasizing both traditional literary analysis and innovative creative practices. Active in literary communities through editorial contributions, art exhibitions, and participation in interdisciplinary projects, maintaining a strong presence in both academic and artistic spheres.

Tinchuck NgView profile

Lecturer

• Real Estate Investment Management
• Cross-Border Capital Formation
• Large-Scale Real Estate Transactions
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Tinchuck Ng is a Lecturer at the Center for Real Estate, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She is also a Co-Founder and Managing Principal of The Taloquence Group, a real estate investment advisory firm focused on cross-border transactions and fund formation. Her professional experience includes senior roles at Cottonwood Management, Easternflair, Aviva Investors, BlackRock, and Taurus Investment Holdings, spanning the U.S., China, Germany, Sweden, and other jurisdictions. Education: B.S. from MIT, MArch (with Distinction) from Harvard University. Credentials include CFA® and CAIA® charters, and the Wharton Executive Education Certificate of Corporate Governance. Fluent in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and German. Research interests include real estate investment management, cross-border capital formation, and product development. Notable projects include the USD 1.1 billion EchelonSeaport mixed-use development in Boston. She has structured over USD 2.2 billion in cross-border investments across 100+ transactions. Leadership roles include board memberships at Harvard’s Real Estate Academic Initiative, MIT’s DesignX Advisory Board, and Cottonwood Management’s Real Estate Board. Specializes in large-scale real estate transactions and infrastructure establishment.

John A. OchsendorfView profile

Professor

• Structural Engineering
• Historical Architecture
• Sustainable Construction
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John A. Ochsendorf is a Professor and Director of the Pierce Laboratory at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He holds dual appointments in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the Department of Architecture. His research focuses on the mechanics of historical structures, sustainable infrastructure, and masonry engineering. Ochsendorf’s work bridges engineering and architecture, emphasizing the preservation of historic buildings and the development of low-carbon construction methods. He leads initiatives in material reuse, lifecycle assessment, and innovative structural design. Education: B.Sc. in Engineering, Cornell University, 1996 M.Sc. in Civil Engineering, Princeton University, 1998 Ph.D. in Engineering, University of Cambridge, 2002 Research Interests: Dynamics of masonry structures (vaults, domes, arches) Historical structural analysis and preservation Material sustainability and carbon reduction in construction Freeform masonry and sculptural engineering His recent work includes federal grants for steel recycling strategies and collaborations on public art installations like the Storm King Art Center brick sculpture. Ochsendorf’s publications span structural innovation, heritage conservation, and sustainable materials science. He is also involved in educational initiatives to integrate computational tools into structural design education.

Brian A. HargreavesView profile

Professor

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Medical Imaging Technology
• Biomedical Engineering
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Brian A. Hargreaves is a Professor of Radiology at Stanford University, with courtesy appointments in Electrical Engineering and Bioengineering. He focuses on body MRI technology development and applications, including breast, abdominal, and musculoskeletal imaging. His research includes non-contrast breast MRI screening, rapid quantitative knee MRI, MRI near metallic implants, and interventional guidance for surgery. He directs the Body MRI research group and co-directs the IMMERS AR/VR lab for medical visualization. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (Stanford, 2001), M.S. (Stanford, 1997), and B.A.Sc. in Engineering Science (Simon Fraser University, 1994). Research interests span MRI hardware/software innovations, clinical translation, and mixed-reality medical applications. He teaches graduate courses and lectures widely at Stanford. Awards include Fellowships from ISMRM and AIMBE. Key projects emphasize improving MRI safety and accuracy for clinical use, particularly in challenging scenarios like metallic implants or interventional procedures. His work bridges engineering and medical practice to enhance diagnostic and surgical tools.

Steven GreenlandView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Business
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Marketing of Harmful Products
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Steven Greenland is a Professor in Marketing and the Associate Dean of Research in the Faculty of Arts and Society at Charles Darwin University, where he leads the Business discipline. With 20 years in academia complemented by a decade in senior market research roles, he bridges academic rigor with practical industry impact across advertising, automotive, FMCG, and government sectors. His research centers on sustainable business practices, corporate social responsibility, and critical analysis of harmful product marketing—particularly tobacco. Key themes include innovation adoption barriers, water conservation behavior, irresponsible marketing in emerging markets, and sustainable food systems. His work directly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through cross-cultural studies spanning Africa, Asia, and Europe. Greenland's 2023-2025 publications reveal strong environmental focus: water conservation studies integrate psychological frameworks like Theory of Planned Behavior, while tobacco marketing analyses examine emotional drivers in emerging economies. His food security research addresses shelf-stable manufacturing in Northern Australia, demonstrating applied solutions for regional value capture and waste reduction. His research impact is evidenced by best paper awards at international conferences and keynote speaking invitations, reflecting policy influence and academic recognition. Greenland has supervised PhD students using mixed-methods approaches in diverse markets. Current projects include Barriers to innovation and technology adoption in 3D-metal printing and NT Shelf-stable Food Products Market Opportunity Analysis under the NAFTI Project, securing CDU-led regional funding. He actively collaborates through Charles Darwin University's Northern Australia Food Technology Innovation initiative, driving partnerships across the Asia-Pacific to address food security challenges through sustainable manufacturing.

Mahdi MahdaviView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Health Services Management
• Health Policy Analysis
• Healthcare Operations Management
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Mahdi Mahdavi is a Senior Lecturer at Roehampton Business School (University of Roehampton) and a Bernard Lown Scholar at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He holds a PhD in Health Services Management from Erasmus University Rotterdam (2015). His academic journey includes roles as Assistant Professor of Health Policy at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (2016-2022), Research Fellow at London South Bank University (2022-2024), and current affiliations at Roehampton and Harvard. Education: PhD in Health Services Management (Erasmus University, 2015), MSc in Health Services Management. His research focuses on strengthening health systems through operations management, chronic disease policy (hypertension, diabetes), and evidence-informed health policymaking. He designs improvement plans for healthcare organizations and evaluates health services delivery models. Research trends emphasize healthcare operations and outcomes linkages, AI in cardiac care, and cross-country health system comparisons. Notable projects include the EASE study on AI-driven echocardiography analysis and cost-effectiveness studies of hypertension control. Awards: Bernard Lown Scholar (2020–present). Funders include European Commission, NHS, and Harvard’s Lown Programme. He has published 9 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, focusing on operational healthcare frameworks and policy analysis. Advising and grants: PI/CoI on 5 research projects (2010–2024) covering diabetes care models, hypertension inequity analysis, and healthcare operations research. Collaborations span Europe, Iran, and the US. His work emphasizes public engagement and translating research into actionable policy. Labs/Teams: Involved in the Cardiovascular Health Programme at Harvard, and quality improvement teams in European and Iranian healthcare systems.

• Child Health
• Mental Health
• Qualitative Research
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Dr Sarah MacDonald is a Research Fellow at the DECIPHer research center within the School of Social Sciences at Cardiff University. Her work focuses on children and young people's health and wellbeing, examining interactions between systems such as schools, families, and communities. Her PhD research explored food practices in primary schools and family settings, while recent studies investigate mental health support for care-experienced young people in educational settings. She leads a Health and Care Research Wales-funded study on wellbeing support in secondary schools and FE colleges for care-experienced individuals, alongside a NIHR-funded systematic review of mental health interventions for children in care. Education: PhD in Social Sciences (Cardiff University), MSc in Advanced Geography (Aberystwyth University), BA (Hons) in Geography (Aberystwyth University). Teaching Roles: Lecturer in Social Policy and dissertation supervisor for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Supervises Lucy Treby's professional doctorate in Social Work. Grants & Funding: Secured over £255k for studies on care-experienced youth wellbeing support and £277k for mental health intervention reviews. Previous grants include projects on self-harm management, school-based health prevention, and tobacco use among children. Research Highlights: Specializes in qualitative methods, with publications in journals like Children & Society and Sociology of Health and Illness . Her work addresses systemic interactions, care-experienced youth needs, and translational research to inform policy and practice. Affiliations: DECIPHer, Cardiff University. Previously at Cardiff University's Centre for Health, Social and Economic Research (CISHE).

• Mental Health
• Addiction
• Social Care for Children and Adults
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Sophie Wood is a Research Fellow at Cardiff University's Centre for Adult Social Care Research (CARE) and Centre for Trials Research (CTR), within the School of Social Sciences. She holds a BA in Geography (First Class Honours) from the University of Liverpool and an MSc in Environment and Human Health (Distinction) from the University of Exeter. Her research focuses on social care and mental health, employing mixed-methods approaches including administrative data analysis and interventions evaluation. Key interests include transitions between child and adult social services, AI applications in social care, and domestic abuse interventions. She leads projects such as evaluating family group conferences and analyzing multi-agency data for vulnerable children. Wood has contributed to studies funded by Welsh Government, What Works for Children's Social Care, and the NHS. Her work addresses systemic issues in social care, including disparities in local authority care rates and outcomes for children in secure accommodations. She collaborates with CASCADE and other interdisciplinary teams to advance evidence-based policy and practice.

Ricardo Ruiz BaierView profile

Professor

• Numerical Analysis
• Scientific Computing
• Finite Element Methods
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Ricardo Ruiz Baier is a Professor of Computational Mathematics at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, where he also holds an ARC Future Fellowship. He is affiliated with the Victorian Heart Institute and the Monash Data Futures Institute, highlighting his interdisciplinary research bridging mathematical theory with biomedical applications. His research focuses on the design and analysis of numerical methods for partial differential equations, particularly those that preserve the physical properties of natural phenomena. His expertise includes fundamental topics in numerical analysis and scientific computing such as analysis of finite volume and finite element methods using mixed and augmented formulations, space-time adaptivity and error estimation, perturbed saddle-point problems, multiphase flow and transport in porous media, cardiac electrophysiology and electromechanics, and interface problems. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on virtual element methods, poroelasticity models, and cardiac mechanics applications. His work spans theoretical numerical analysis, computational methods development, and practical biomedical applications, particularly in cardiac modeling. The research demonstrates a consistent focus on multiphysics problems and the development of robust numerical schemes for complex coupled systems. Scientific Awards: ARC Future Fellowship FT22 for 'Next-generation methods for transport in poroelastic media with interfaces' Australian Research Council Discovery Project DP21 for 'Towards predictive 4D computational models for the heart' Ruiz Baier actively supervises a large research group with numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers working on diverse aspects of computational mathematics. His group has secured funding from multiple sources including Monash Mathematics, the Australian Research Council, IITB-Monash Doctoral Programme, and international government scholarships. He frequently organizes major conferences and workshops, including the Computational Techniques and Applications Conference (CTAC 2024) and MATRIX workshops on numerical analysis. His research group operates at the intersection of mathematics, computational science, and biomedical engineering, with particular focus on developing computational models for cardiac function and mechanics. The group collaborates with international institutions including the University of Oxford and University of Oslo.

Helen LloydView profile

Professor

• Applied Social Psychology
• Cultural Psychology
• Health Inequality
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Professor Helen Lloyd is a Professor of Applied Social and Cultural Psychology at the School of Psychology (Faculty of Health), University of Plymouth. She serves as Associate Head of School for Internationalisation, overseeing global initiatives. Her research focuses on using mixed methods to address health and social inequalities, particularly for marginalized groups, incorporating psychology, anthropology, and medical sociology. Notable projects include NIHR-funded work on refugee mental health interventions and Gamble Aware-funded studies on online gaming harms. Her academic roles include teaching Advanced Research Methods, Ethical and Professional Practice, and modules on race, racism, and clinical care. She supervises 4 PhD students, 18 MSc CAPS students, and contributes to education across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Dr. Lloyd leads the Person Centred Coordinated Care (P3C) collaborative, improving care experiences for those with long-term conditions through applied health services research. Research Interests: Structural determinants of health inequality, digital harm, racial identity in healthcare, and participatory action research. Key Projects: P3CEQ development, loot box addiction studies, and community-based interventions. Impact: Contributed to national health policy reforms and patient-reported experience measures. Her work aligns with UN SDGs focused on health equity and well-being. Recent publications explore climate psychology, young carer representation, and collaborative care models.

• Econometrics
• Discrete Choice Models
• Transportation Economics
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Daniel L. McFadden is a renowned economist and Professor of the Graduate School at the University of California, Berkeley, Department of Economics. He also serves as the Presidential Professor of Health Policy and Economics at the University of Southern California. Born in 1937, McFadden holds a B.S. in Physics (University of Minnesota, 1957) and a Ph.D. in Economics (University of Minnesota, 1962). His academic career includes roles at the University of Pittsburgh, MIT (where he held the James R. Killian Chair), Yale University, and Caltech. Research Interests : McFadden is celebrated for his contributions to econometrics, particularly in discrete choice models. His work spans transportation demand analysis, health economics, environmental valuation, and welfare economics. He pioneered the use of conditional logit models and mixed logit models, revolutionizing how economists model individual decision-making. His research integrates behavioral insights with rigorous statistical methods. Notable Contributions : McFadden's work on the multinomial logit model and mixed logit models remains foundational in transportation and marketing. His Nobel Prize (2000) recognized his development of these models for analyzing individual choices. Recent work explores behavioral economics, Medicare policy, and subjective well-being measurement. Awards & Honors : McFadden is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and American Academy of Arts and Sciences. He received the John Bates Clark Medal (1975), Nemmers Prize (2000), and Frisch Medal (1986). He holds honorary doctorates from multiple institutions. Grants & Advising : McFadden has led major projects on transportation policy, energy demand, and health economics. He advised the U.S. government on Medicare Part D and contributed to modeling consumer behavior in healthcare markets. His work frequently bridges academia and policy, addressing real-world challenges. Labs & Teams : As Director of Berkeley's Econometrics Laboratory (1991–1995, 1996–present), he fostered interdisciplinary research. Collaborations with institutions like MIT and USC highlight his leadership in econometric innovation.

• Digital Transformation
• Sustainability
• Service Theory
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Professor Bård Tronvoll is a prominent academic in marketing and business administration at the University of Innlandet, serving as Director of CREDS (Center for Research on Digitalization and Sustainability). He holds a professorship at Karlstad University's CTF - Center for Service Research and has been a visiting professor at HANKEN School of Economics. His research focuses on digitalization, sustainability, and service innovation, emphasizing value co-creation within service ecosystems. Tronvoll earned a doctorate in Business Administration from Karlstad University, alongside degrees from the University of Oslo, University of Essex, and BI Norwegian School of Business. Education: PhD in Business Administration (dr. ek.), Karlstad University MSc in Political Science (cand.polit), University of Oslo MA in Applied Statistics, University of Essex Bachelor of Business Administration, BI Norwegian School of Business Research Interests: Tronvoll explores digital transformation, service ecosystems, and sustainable business models. His work challenges traditional market concepts using social theories and employs mixed-methods research (qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys). Key themes include circular economy, service recovery, and institutional logics in resource integration. Publications & Projects: Tronvoll has over 60 publications in journals like Journal of Service Management and Marketing Theory , co-editing The Palgrave Handbook of Service Management . He leads projects such as CIRIS (Interregional Circularity in Scandinavia) and Smarter Greener Innovation (SGI) research groups. Professional Roles: Former Director of the Master's program in Business Management at Inland Norway University Past Rector of Oslo School of Marketing Board member in Norwegian companies

Federico RabuffettiView profile

Associate Professor

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Hybrid Materials
• Luminescent Materials
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Federico Rabuffetti is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on synthesizing and characterizing inorganic and hybrid materials with tailored luminescence and reactivity, bridging inorganic, solid-state, physical, and analytical chemistry. Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Northwestern University, 2010 M.Sc. in Chemistry, Universidad de la Republica (Uruguay), 2004 B.Sc. in Chemistry, Universidad de la Republica (Uruguay), 2001 Research Interests: Dr. Rabuffetti’s work emphasizes luminescent nanomaterials, lanthanide chemistry, and solid-state synthesis. His group explores materials such as nanocrystals, thin films, and hybrid solids using advanced techniques like synchrotron X-ray diffraction and neutron scattering. Key applications include optical sensors, energy conversion, and high-temperature thermometry. Lab and Team: The Rabuffetti Group specializes in materials and nanomaterials chemistry, leveraging collaborations with national labs like Argonne and Oak Ridge to advance structural and spectroscopic analysis.