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Ezio PreatoniView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Biomechanics
• Sports Biomechanics
• Injury Prevention
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Ezio Preatoni is a Senior Lecturer in Biomechanics and Motor Control at the University of Bath's Department for Health. He holds affiliations with the Centre for Health and Injury and Illness Prevention in Sport, Bath Institute for the Augmented Human, and the Centre for Bioengineering & Biomedical Technologies (CBio). His academic career includes a PhD in Bioengineering (2007) from Politecnico di Milano. Research focuses on human movement dynamics, injury mechanisms, and sports biomechanics. Key areas include footwear biomechanics, motor skill assessment, and health technologies for clinical and sport applications. He coordinates the Biomechanics Group and serves as Director of Internationalisation in the Department for Health. Recent projects include studies on wearable sensors for gait monitoring and injury prevention strategies. He has supervised visiting MSc students and actively participates in international organizations like the International Society of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS Board member since 2023). Award highlights include the Bertram Broberg Distinguished Lecturer (2011) and ISBS New Investigator Award (2023). Research outputs span 194 publications, emphasizing biomechanical analysis and innovative technologies.

• Sports Science
• Public Health
• Drowning Prevention
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Affiliation and Roles Dr. Samuel Hills is a Lecturer in Sports Science at Bournemouth University (joined June 2021). He holds a PhD from the University of Leeds (2020) focusing on soccer substitutes' performance and physiological responses. He supervises postgraduate research students and leads academic units. Research Focus Hills' research spans two primary domains: (1) optimizing team sports performance through athlete monitoring and intervention strategies, and (2) public health initiatives examining drowning risk factors and prevention. His work integrates environmental determinants of health, emphasizing geospatial analysis of drowning incidents and thermal physiology. Collaborations include international academic and practice-based partners. Publication Insights Recent articles demonstrate a multidisciplinary approach, combining sports physiology (rugby locomotor demands, soccer substitutes) with public health epidemiology (drowning risk modeling, climate impacts). Methodological innovations include geospatial cross-sectional studies and systematic reviews of physiological responses. Grants and Outreach Secured funding for 'Weather conditions and UK drownings: Progressing data reporting and targeted water safety policy' (ACORN grant, 2022). Presented at international conferences including the World Conference on Drowning Prevention. Teaching and Advising Teaches undergraduate/postgraduate programs in Sport and Health. Current PhD advisees: Nicola Johnston (drowning risk), Kalvin Brookes (sports nutrition), Tom Mecrow (WHO guideline implementation).

Thilo KlenzView profile

Assistant Professor

• Physical Oceanography
• Marine Physics
• Ocean Dynamics
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Thilo Klenz is a Research Assistant Professor in Physical Oceanography at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), affiliated with the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (CFOS) and GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel. His work focuses on ocean dynamics, near-inertial waves, and Lagrangian drifters, with an emphasis on energy variability and boundary layer processes. BSc in Physical Oceanography (Kiel University, 2014) MSc in Physical Oceanography (Kiel University, 2016) PhD in Physical Oceanography (University of Alaska Fairbanks, 2023) His research interests include the interplay between ocean mixing, mesoscale eddies, and climate dynamics. Recent studies explore near-inertial wave behavior in the Northeast Pacific and North Atlantic, Arctic oceanography, and the role of surface drifters in estimating wind power input. Key contributions include advancements in generalized slab models and Lagrangian-Eulerian spectral linkages, published in journals like Journal of Physical Oceanography and Nature Communications . Klenz collaborates actively with institutions such as GEOMAR and the UAF Oceanography Department.

Kurt McLarenView profile

Researcher

• Ecology
• Environmental Science
• Tropical Forests
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Kurt McLaren is a Researcher at Northumbria University, specializing in ecology, environmental science, and tropical ecosystems. His work focuses on understanding the impacts of climate change, hurricanes, and human activities on biodiversity and ecosystem dynamics, particularly in Caribbean and Neotropical regions. He holds a PhD in Ecology (2001) and an MSc in Geography (2007), with research emphasizing remote sensing techniques, hydroacoustic data integration, and conservation biology. Key research themes include marine protected area management, tropical dry forest regeneration, and species response to extreme environmental events. Utilizes interdisciplinary approaches combining field studies, satellite imagery, and machine learning algorithms. His research has addressed critical issues such as seagrass cover change in Jamaican marine reserves, genetic differentiation in American crocodiles, and hurricane effects on forest structure. Collaborations with international teams highlight his global contributions to ecological conservation and sustainable management strategies.

• Active Blended Learning
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Occupational Therapy
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Roshni Khatri is a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Dean at the University of Northampton’s Faculty of Health and Society, where she has worked since 2003. She serves as subject leader for Health Professions programmes and holds a PhD focused on splinting efficacy for stroke survivors. Her roles include acting as a Carnegie Fellow, reviewer for the Royal College of Occupational Therapy Journal, and advocate for active blended learning integration. University: University of Northampton School: Faculty of Health and Society Role: Deputy Dean, Senior Lecturer, Subject Leader Email: roshni.khatri@northampton.ac.uk Research Interests: Khatri’s work bridges neurological rehabilitation techniques and educational technology. She specializes in active blended learning, splinting for upper limb recovery in stroke survivors, and curriculum design that aligns with employer needs. Her clinical background in acute hospitals focused on sensory programmes for children with cerebral palsy and community rehabilitation for stroke survivors. Scientific Awards: Carnegie Fellowship (2017) Research Trends: Khatri’s publications span neurological rehabilitation (2007–2016), e-learning in health professions (2009–2013), team-based learning (2016–2021), and AI integration in higher education (2024). Her work consistently addresses functional independence, quality of life, and technology-enhanced pedagogy. Projects & Collaborations: In 2024, she co-led an Internal Fund project on student data analysis for academic, emotional, and social needs. Earlier collaborations explored cardiovascular responses in stroke survivors and employer engagement with generative AI.

Brian KeeganView profile

Associate Professor

• Social Computing
• Network Science
• Data Science
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Brian Keegan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Science at the University of Colorado Boulder, directing the Colorado Laboratory for Users, Media, and Networks (COLUMN). He holds courtesy appointments in the Department of Computer Science and affiliations with multiple institutes, including the ATLAS Institute and the American Politics Research Lab. His research focuses on computational social science, exploring online collaboration structures through platforms like Wikipedia, Reddit, and Twitter. Education: PhD in Media, Technology, and Society from Northwestern University (2012), advised by Noshir Contractor and Darren Gergle; SB degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Science, Technology, and Society from MIT (2006). Research interests include high-tempo collaborations, information governance, and public interest data science. His work has been funded by NSF and featured in venues like ACM CSCW and PLOS ONE, earning Best Paper awards. Notable collaborations include projects with Steep Hill Labs and Leafly. He has been awarded tenure (June 2025) and published op-eds on urban development in the Daily Camera. Grants and funding: NSF-supported research on software patches and genealogical community dynamics. Labs/teams: COLUMN lab, specializing in digital institutions and participatory change design.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Neural Engineering
• Muscle Synergies
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Cristiano De Marchis is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Engineering, University of Messina. He holds a PhD in Bioengineering from Roma Tre University (2013). His research focuses on neuro-mechanical control of human movement, neuro-rehabilitation, and biomedical signal processing. He teaches 'Neural Engineering' in Roma Tre's Master’s Program in Biomedical Engineering. Education: PhD in Bioengineering (Roma Tre University, 2013). Research Interests: Muscle Synergies, Motor Control, Gait Analysis, Electromyography, Functional Electrical Stimulation, Neuro-rehabilitation, and Stroke Recovery. He has authored over 30 contributions in biomedical engineering, with recent work on prosthetic gait analysis, muscle synergy extraction, and machine learning applications in healthcare. His articles explore topics like sit-to-stand mechanics, prosthetic limb control, and modular motor adaptations. He collaborates with international journals as a referee and is affiliated with IEEE, EMBS, and BoHNES. He has participated in EU projects like the FP7-funded 'TREMOR' (2008-2011). His lab focuses on wearable sensors, gait biomechanics, and computational models for motor behavior analysis.

Erin O'CallaghanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Critical Criminology
• Gender-Based Harm
• Qualitative Research Methods
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Erin O'Callaghan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at Colorado State University. Her research focuses on abolitionist feminisms, critical criminology, and qualitative methodologies, with emphases on sexual violence, workplace disclosures, and anti-carceral policies. She holds a PhD in Criminology from the University of Illinois-Chicago and teaches courses like Introduction to Criminology and Inequality in Criminal Sentencing. Education: PhD in Criminology, Law, and Justice, University of Illinois-Chicago (2019) MA in Criminology, Law, and Justice, University of Illinois-Chicago (2015) BS/BA in Psychology, University of Cincinnati (2013) Research Interests: Erin examines substance-involved sexual violence, workplace reporting dynamics, and survivor narratives. Her work critiques carceral systems and advocates for community-based solutions. Recent projects include a grant-funded study on workplace sexual violence responses via the Center for Institutional Courage. Publications Highlight Key Themes: Survivor-centered approaches to sexual assault disclosure Substance use and impairment during assaults Anti-harassment labor organizing in academia Policy critiques of Title IX Grants: Collaborates on institutional betrayal research funded by the Center for Institutional Courage. Advising focuses on graduate labor movements and survivor advocacy.

Brett BennettView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental History
• British Imperial History
• History of Science
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Brett Bennett is an Associate Professor in Modern History at Western Sydney University and Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Johannesburg. He holds affiliations with the Institute for Culture and Society and the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment. His research focuses on the intersection of human actions and natural processes in shaping ecosystems, scientific ideas, and conservation policies. Key areas include environmental history, British imperial history, and the history of science, with a recent emphasis on golf’s environmental and political history in Asia and Africa. Education: PhD and MA in History from the University of Texas at Austin. Research interests include global forestry management, invasive species dynamics, water conservation policies in South Africa, and historical climate science. His work bridges historical methodologies with ecological and policy analysis, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental sustainability. Current projects involve analyzing Australia’s forestry aid impact in Asia/Africa, historical plant nursery data with ecologists, and golf’s colonial-era environmental legacy. Over 40 research outputs include three books, peer-reviewed articles, and collaborations across history, geography, and ecology. He supervises HDR students in environmental history and imperial studies. Grants include Australian Research Council-funded projects on heritage conservation and global climate theory history. Labs/Teams: Collaborations include the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment and international teams in ecology and urban planning. Media features include ABC Radio’s *The Science Show* and *The New Republic*.

Michaela M. PinterView profile

Professor

• Neurology
• Neurorehabilitation
• Stroke Rehabilitation
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Univ.-Prof. Dr. Michaela M. Pinter is a Professor at the University for Continuing Education Krems, affiliated with the Department for Clinical Neurosciences and Preventive Medicine. Her research focuses on neurorehabilitation, particularly leveraging technologies like functional electrical stimulation (FES) and botulinum toxin therapy to improve mobility and quality of life in patients with neurological disorders such as stroke, spasticity, and dystonia. She leads projects investigating the clinical impacts of treatment delays during pandemics and the long-term efficacy of implantable devices for gait improvement. Pinter has contributed to peer-reviewed journals and textbooks, emphasizing stroke rehabilitation, post-stroke cognitive decline, and innovative therapies for movement disorders. Her academic contributions include over a decade of research on stroke recovery mechanisms, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), and the role of cardiovascular exercise in post-stroke patients. Pinter has presented at international conferences, including the World Congress for Neurorehabilitation, and collaborates with clinical institutions on training workshops for botulinum toxin application and dystonia management.

• Sports Medicine
• Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
• Physical Therapy
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Tomasz Król is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Kinesiotherapy and Special Methods , part of the Faculty of Health Sciences in Katowice at the Medical University of Silesia . His research focuses on musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports medicine, and therapeutic modalities, with a particular emphasis on pain management and exercise physiology. His work includes studies on shockwave therapy for conditions like lateral epicondylitis and Achilles tendinopathy, as well as investigations into muscle strength and endurance in athletes. He has explored the effects of occlusion training, menstrual cycles on muscle performance, and the thermal impacts of electromagnetic fields in clinical settings. Key research areas span Therapeutic interventions for musculoskeletal disorders Sports injury prevention and recovery Exercise addiction and mental health in athletes Biomechanical analysis of movement and muscle function Publications highlight innovative approaches in clinical trials and systematic reviews, emphasizing evidence-based treatments. His contributions address both athletic performance optimization and chronic pain management in clinical populations.

• Sports Science
• Athletic Performance Analysis
• Biomechanics
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Dr. Damien Young is a Lecturer in the Department of Sport and Early Childhood Studies within the Faculty of Business and Humanities. His research focuses on athletic performance analysis in team sports, particularly hurling and camogie, using advanced methodologies like GPS tracking and statistical analysis. He has contributed 15 peer-reviewed publications since 2019, exploring topics such as positional running profiles, sprint performance, and training periodization. His work bridges biomechanics, sports physiology, and applied data science to enhance understanding of elite athlete performance. Key Research Themes: Team sports performance analysis, GPS-based athlete monitoring, positional comparisons, and anthropometric profiling. Collaborations: Works with researchers like Dr. Coratella, Keane, and Malone on interdisciplinary projects. His publications emphasize practical applications in sports science, with studies published in journals like Sport Sciences for Health and Sports Medicine - Open . While no specific awards are listed, his work has garnered significant citations and reader engagement on platforms like Mendeley.

Thanasis PanorgiasView profile

Associate Professor

• Neuroscience
• Color Vision
• Electrophysiology
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Dr. Thanasis Panorgias is an Associate Professor of Vision Sciences and Director of Graduate Studies at the New England College of Optometry (NECO). He holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Manchester (UK) and an MSc in Optics and Vision from the University of Crete (Greece). His research focuses on retinal electrophysiology, color vision, myopia progression, and age-related visual changes. Dr. Panorgias’ lab pioneered a system to enhance the spatial specificity of the multifocal electroretinogram (mfERG), addressing challenges posed by involuntary eye movements. This innovation improves diagnostic accuracy for retinal disorders. Collaborators include prominent researchers like Prof. Vera-Diaz and Prof. Bex. Current master’s students include Alison Taylor (2024), Raviv Katz (2025), Srini Srirangam (2025), and Simon Wong (2025). Key research themes include: Electrophysiological analysis of retinal function Optical blur modeling using novel ERG stimuli Age-related changes in retinal signaling Blue light’s role in photophobia mechanisms Recent publications span topics like caffeine’s effects on mfERG responses, predictive metrics for myopia progression, and retinal aging dynamics. His work integrates clinical optometry with advanced imaging technologies like adaptive optics.

• Human Factors in Transportation
• Cognitive Psychology
• Neuroscience in Driving Safety
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Professor Vicky Chapman is a faculty member at the School of Life Sciences , University of Nottingham , with affiliations to the Medical School . Her research focuses on human factors in transportation , cognitive psychology , and neuroscience in driving safety , particularly examining visual attention, emotional physiology, and decision-making under stress. Key Research Areas: Intelligent systems for driving risk assessment Conscious vs. unconscious perception in driver behavior Emotional response modeling Machine learning applications in road safety She serves on the Wellcome Discovery Award Interview Panel , supporting bold research ideas in health and wellbeing. Her publication trends include fuzzy logic systems , deep learning for distraction detection , and cross-cultural emotional response studies .

• Cognitive Psychology
• Embodied Cognition
• Legal Concepts
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Luisa Lugli is a Full Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Bologna. Her research focuses on embodied cognition, legal and institutional concepts, perception, and social psychology. She explores how abstract concepts are shaped by cultural, sensory, and motor experiences, with particular attention to gender representation, gesture influence, and spatial-numerical associations. Research Interests : Embodied Cognition Legal Conceptualization Sensory-Motor Interaction Cross-Cultural Semantics Gestural Effects in Cognition Attention and Perception Her recent work examines how manual gestures influence random number generation, the role of sound in speed perception, and cultural variability in gender conceptualization. She has contributed to advancing methodologies in online experimental psychology, particularly during pandemic constraints. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, though her extensive publication record highlights significant contributions to cognitive and legal psychology. Advising & Grants : No advisees or grants explicitly mentioned. Collaborations focus on interdisciplinary teams in cognitive science and legal studies. Labs/Teams : Engaged in experimental psychology and legal jurisprudence research groups at the University of Bologna.