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Genhong ChengView profile

Professor

• Virology
• Immunology
• Innate Immunity
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Genhong Cheng is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics (MIMG) at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions, particularly in viral infections such as Zika virus, SARS-CoV-2, and influenza. Dr. Cheng has made significant contributions to the field of innate immunity, especially in interferon signaling pathways and NF-kappaB regulation. Dr. Cheng's research interests span across virology, immunology, and molecular biology. He has extensively studied how viruses interact with host immune responses, with a particular focus on interferon signaling pathways. His work has revealed critical mechanisms by which viruses evade host defenses and how host cells mount effective antiviral responses. Key areas of investigation include: NF-kappaB signaling in immune responses Interferon-stimulated gene functions Host metabolic changes during viral infection Mechanisms of viral replication and evasion Development of broad-spectrum antiviral strategies Analysis of Dr. Cheng's recent publications reveals a strong focus on emerging viral threats, including SARS-CoV-2 and monkeypox virus. His research consistently explores how host metabolic pathways intersect with immune responses to viral infection. A notable theme is the identification of host factors that can be targeted for broad-spectrum antiviral therapies, particularly those involving lipid metabolism and interferon-stimulated genes. Recent work has emphasized translational applications of basic discoveries in viral pathogenesis. Dr. Cheng's laboratory has been instrumental in advancing our understanding of host-pathogen interactions at the molecular level. His team employs a multidisciplinary approach combining virology, immunology, molecular biology, and systems biology to unravel complex host-virus relationships. Current research directions include exploring novel antiviral strategies targeting host factors that are essential for viral replication.

Cynthia Lin LawellView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Energy Economics
• Resource Economics
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Cynthia Lin Lawell is an Associate Professor and holds the Robert Dyson Sesquicentennial Chair in Environmental, Energy and Resource Economics at Cornell University's Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management. She is a prominent economist with expertise spanning environmental, energy, and resource economics, using advanced econometric methods to address critical policy questions. Dr. Lin Lawell earned her Ph.D., A.M., and A.B. from Harvard University, where she pursued a multidisciplinary major in Environmental Science and Public Policy. Her undergraduate thesis in atmospheric chemistry won the Thomas Temple Hoopes Prize and led to peer-reviewed publications. She has received numerous prestigious awards including the Harvard University Stone Fellow Award, the International Society for New Institutional Economics Award for the Best Ph.D. Dissertation, and the UC-Davis Hellman Fellowship. Her research focuses on environmental, energy, and resource economics, with particular expertise in structural econometric modeling of dynamic games, applied econometrics, and policy analysis. She has published in top journals including the Review of Economics and Statistics, Journal of Environmental Economics and Management, and Energy Journal. Her work examines strategic decision-making in resource extraction, effectiveness of environmental policies, energy efficiency, water management, and renewable energy development. Dr. Lin Lawell's research has been widely featured in major media outlets including the New York Times, Washington Post, and Guardian. Her analysis of Danish wind energy policy demonstrated that government policies, rather than technological advantages, drove Denmark's leadership in wind energy. Her work on Chinese energy policies revealed mixed effectiveness across different policy instruments. Harvard University Stone Fellow Award for Best Paper Written by a Doctoral Student in Environmental and Resource Policy International Society for New Institutional Economics Award for the Best Ph.D. Dissertation 2011 UC-Davis Hellman Fellowship for promising young faculty RePEc Top 3% Female Economists Based on Publications in Last 10 Years 2017 Cornell University Knowledge Matters Fellow Dr. Lin Lawell directs two major research initiatives at Cornell: the Dynamics, Economics, Econometrics, Policy, and Games: Rigorous Environmental, Energy, Natural Resource, Agriculture, and Development Analysis and Research (DEEP-GREEN-RADAR) and the Think-tank for Resources, Energy, and the Environment: Science and Policy-related Economic Analysis and Research (TREESPEAR). She also serves as President of the U.S. Association for Energy Economics Bay Area Chapter and has received multiple grants supporting her research on agricultural-to-energy land use conversions and sustainable resource management.

Florian HeckerView profile

Lecturer

• Sound Art
• Electro-Acoustic Music
• Post-War Modernity
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Florian Hecker is an Affiliate and Lecturer at the Art, Culture, and Technology Program within MIT's School of Architecture and Planning. His work bridges post-war modernist composition, electro-acoustic music, and interdisciplinary art, exploring how sound shapes perception and space. Born in 1975, Hecker holds a diploma in Fine Arts from the Akademie der Bildenden Künste, Vienna, and studied Computational Linguistics and Psycholinguistics at Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich. His research focuses on sonic installations and performances that isolate auditory events to challenge material boundaries, creating immersive works that evoke memory and sensation. He has exhibited globally, including solo shows at MMK Frankfurt, IKON Birmingham, and Chisenhale Gallery London, and participated in dOCUMENTA (13) and Venice Biennale collaborations. Notable projects include No night No day (2009) with Cerith Wyn Evans and Chimerizations (2013), a book co-authored with MIT's Stefan Helmreich. Hecker’s discography spans over 25 releases, collaborating with artists like Aphex Twin and Yasunao Tone. His MIT-linked project Chimerization (MIT Project) (2011) exemplifies his integration of academic and artistic methodologies. Performances include venues such as Tate Modern, MIT Media Lab, and ZKM Karlsruhe.

Vito FerroView profile

Professor

• Carbohydrate chemistry
• Glycoscience
• Drug design and development
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Professor Vito Ferro specializes in synthetic carbohydrate chemistry and drug design at The University of Queensland's School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences. His pioneering work focuses on glycosaminoglycan mimetics for treating cancer, inflammation, viral infections, and lysosomal storage disorders. Key achievements include developing clinical-stage heparanase inhibitors like PI-88 and PG545. Research explores heparan sulfate-protein interactions, pharmacological chaperones for Sanfilippo syndrome, and novel synthetic routes to rare sugars. Current projects span antiviral heparinoids, antifungals, and radical approaches to L-sugar synthesis. Honors include: SCMB HDR Supervision Excellence Award (2023) Fellowship of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute SCMB Engagement Award (2014) Leads multidisciplinary collaborations across 16 countries and maintains extensive industry partnerships. Secured significant funding from NHMRC, ARC, and philanthropic organizations for translational drug discovery programs. Directs a research team advancing peptide therapeutics through innovative synthetic and analytical approaches.

David B ShackelfordView profile

Professor

• Cancer Metabolism
• Mitochondrial Biology
• Lung Cancer
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David B Shackelford is a Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California Los Angeles, specializing in Cancer Metabolism and Mitochondrial Biology . His research focuses on the metabolic vulnerabilities of lung and other cancers, particularly in tumors with LKB1 mutations and KRAS dependencies. Key Research Themes: Mitochondrial heterogeneity, metabolic reprogramming, and drug targeting in oncology. Grants: NIH R01CA208642 (2016–2021) for imaging mitochondrial networks in LKB1 mutant lung cancer. His recent work explores sphosphorylation pathways , amino acid metabolism , and mitochondrial membrane potential imaging . Publications highlight collaborations with multidisciplinary teams and translational studies in liposarcoma , glioblastoma , and fibrolamellar carcinoma . Trends in Publications: 2024 studies emphasize PGC-1α in neuroendocrine cancer, ASCL1 subtypes, and dsRNA trafficking . Clinical Relevance: Trials on metabolic drugs like phenformin and mTOR inhibitors for NSCLC and glioma.

• Software Engineering
• Machine Learning Operations (MLOps)
• Cyber-Physical Systems
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Prof. Dr. Klaus Schmid is a Professor in the Department of Software Systems Engineering at the University of Hildesheim, part of the Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Economics, and Computer Science. His research focuses on Machine Learning Operations (MLOps), software product lines, adaptive systems, and variability modeling. He leads projects such as EXPLAIN and ReGaP, emphasizing explainable AI and industrial MLOps integration. His work addresses challenges in Cyber-Physical Production Systems (CPPS), including data management, model calibration, and domain knowledge integration. Key research interests include MLOps architecture design, variability modeling transformations (e.g., UVL to IVML), and incremental verification techniques for software product lines. He has published extensively in venues like IEEE ETFA, IEEE Software, and SPLC conferences. Notable achievements include a Best Paper Award for work on control patterns in self-adaptive systems. Collaborations with industry partners highlight his focus on bridging academic research and practical industrial applications. Prof. Schmid’s contributions extend to tool development, such as EASy-Producer for variability-aware software ecosystems, and frameworks for environment modeling in adaptive systems. His research addresses both foundational challenges (e.g., syntax-preserving slicing) and applied topics like MLOps platform comparisons and industrial case studies in Industry 4.0.

Hossein SayadiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cybersecurity
• Hardware Security and Trust
• Applied Machine Learning
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Dr. Hossein Sayadi is an Assistant Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from George Mason University, an M.S. from Sharif University of Technology, and a B.S. from K. N. Toosi University of Technology. His research focuses on hardware security , AI/ML applications , cybersecurity , and computer architecture . He leads the iSEC Lab , exploring topics like hardware trust, malware detection, and edge computing security. His work is supported by NSF grants and CSU awards, including the 2024-25 CSU STEM-NET Faculty Fellowship. Education: Ph.D., Electrical and Computer Engineering (George Mason University) M.S., Computer Engineering (Sharif University of Technology) B.S., Computer Engineering (K. N. Toosi University of Technology) His publications span conferences like IEEE ISQED, ISCAS, and DATE. He serves as Technical Program Committee Chair for IEEE ISQED (2024–2025). Awards include NSF ERI grants ($195,305) and the 2023 Multidisciplinary Research Grant. Research opportunities are available for students in machine learning , hardware security , and cybersecurity education .

Maryna NadingView profile

Professor

• Medical Anthropology
• Global Health
• Gender Studies
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Maryna Nading is a Professor of Anthropology at Luther College, specializing in medical anthropology, global health, and post-socialist societies. Her work examines gender dynamics in healthcare systems, health workforce challenges, and social responses to crises like the Russia-Ukraine conflict. She teaches courses including Medical Anthropology, Global Health, and Qualitative Research Methods. Education: Ph.D., Anthropology (2010) and M.A. (2004), State University of New York at Albany; B.A., English Philology and Translation (2001), Technological University of Podillia, Ukraine. Research Interests Her research investigates gender segregation in Ukrainian medical specialties, clinical labor ethics, and reproductive labor in war contexts. Current projects explore the Ukrainian volunteer group “Maskuty,” analyzing their camouflage net production for the military as a form of radical hope-building through care work. Key Themes in Scholarship Her articles address Ukraine’s healthcare reforms, physician morality debates, and the intersections of health systems with political economies. Recent work emphasizes solidarity networks and grassroots responses to conflict, linking them to broader anthropological frameworks on hope and resilience. Professional Recognition Recipient of the 2011 Society for Medical Anthropology’s Steven Polgar paper prize for her analysis of vaccination campaigns in post-Soviet Ukraine. Her op-eds and blog posts contribute to public discourse on global health equity and humanitarian crises. Teaching & Mentorship Courses emphasize ethnographic methods, global health disparities, and commodity chain analyses. She mentors students in fieldwork design and ethical research practices, often integrating global health immersion experiences into academic projects. Research Collaborations Works with Ukrainian civil society groups and global health organizations, blending anthropological theory with applied interventions. Her fieldwork bridges academic inquiry with community-driven solutions to healthcare challenges.

Eike SchneidersView profile

Lecturer

• Human-Computer and Robot Interaction
• Human-AI Interaction focusing on generative AI and its impact on society
• Multidisciplinary research in collaboration with artists, medical professionals, and lawyers

Dr. Eike Schneiders is a Lecturer at the School of Electronics and Computer Science, University of Southampton. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from Aalborg University and is a recipient of the UKRI Trustworthy Autonomous Systems Hub Early Career Researcher Award. His research focuses on autonomous and AI-infused systems, investigating how to ensure their trustworthiness and responsible interaction with humans and other agents through interdisciplinary collaborations across art, law, and medicine. His recent work explores the societal impact of Generative AI, particularly examining its influence on legal services accessibility for non-experts through the REGALS project (Principal Investigator) and its effects on creative communities via the ART-I project (Co-Investigator). Dr. Schneiders emphasizes public engagement to enhance AI literacy and employs both qualitative and quantitative methods to study human-computer interaction and ethical implications. Dr. Schneiders teaches courses including COMP6251 (Web and Cloud Application Development), ELEC6259 (Research Methods and Project Preparation), and ELEC6200 (Group Design Project). His pedagogical approach integrates foundational technical skills with critical research methodologies. He has led several interdisciplinary projects including ARTificial Intelligence: Show Me a Story about AI (ART-I) and Responsible Employment of Generative AI for Legal Services (REGALS), and contributes to the Agents, Interaction and Complexity research group. His Cat Royale project received the 2024 Webby Award for Best Integrated Experience. Honors include the Best Paper Award at ACM CHI 2024, multiple Honourable Mentions at CHI and TAS Symposiums, and membership in the Foundation for Science and Technology's Future Leaders Programme.

Juha PyrhönenView profile

Professor

• Electric Machines
• Motor Design
• High-Speed Motors
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Juha Pyrhönen serves as Professor of Electrical Engineering at the School of Energy Systems, Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT University) in Lappeenranta, Finland. His research focuses on advanced electric machine design for high-performance applications, with particular expertise in traction motors, synchronous reluctance machines, and thermal management systems. Contact information includes email Juha.Pyrhonen@lut.fi and phone +358 40 571 1645. Professor Pyrhönen's research spans critical areas in electric machine development including high-speed motor design for aerospace and automotive applications, mitigation of parasitic effects like bearing currents, and innovative cooling techniques such as direct liquid cooling. His work addresses electromagnetic design challenges in drum-winding machines, variable reluctance resolvers for position sensing, and material selection for rotors operating under extreme conditions. Recent investigations examine agricultural tractor electrification and compact energy conversion systems for onboard machinery. Analysis of his 2025 publications reveals strong emphasis on improving power density through multidisciplinary approaches that integrate electromagnetic, thermal, and mechanical considerations. Key trends include advanced bearing current mitigation strategies, optimization of axially-laminated rotors, and precision measurement techniques under magnetic saturation. His research consistently targets sustainable solutions for electric propulsion across transportation sectors. No scientific awards were documented in the provided information. Details regarding student supervision, research grants, or collaborative projects were not specified in the available materials. The absence of such information suggests either non-disclosure in the source materials or potential focus on independent research activities. While specific laboratory facilities weren't mentioned, his research scope implies access to advanced testing infrastructure for high-speed machinery, electromagnetic characterization equipment, and thermal validation systems at LUT University's energy research facilities.

Helen NobleView profile

Professor

• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Palliative Care
• Qualitative Research Methods
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Helen Noble is a Professor of Nursing and Director of Postgraduate Research at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen’s University Belfast. She leads international research in nephrology, palliative care, and arts-based interventions for kidney patients. Her roles include supervising PhD candidates, designing postgraduate training programs, and advocating for patient-centered care. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority and has received accolades such as the Walls Bursary and Donna Lamping Award. Her research focuses on improving care for patients with chronic kidney disease, end-stage renal disease, and palliative needs. Notable initiatives include the UK Renal Arts Group, which uses creative arts to enhance patient well-being, and the Compassionate Mindful Resilience (CMR) program for kidney patients. She has secured funding from NIHR, Marie Curie, and other bodies. Teaching responsibilities include modules like Renal Nursing and Renal Replacement Therapies. She serves as an external examiner for nursing programs at City University London and University of Hertfordshire. Her grants and projects span caregiver support, palliative care partnerships, and mindfulness interventions in healthcare. Awards include the RCN Impact Award 2022 for her mindfulness program for PhD students. Her work is cited in international guidelines and disseminated through conferences, media, and collaborations with global organizations like the EDTNA/ERCA Research Board.

Vincent GrégoireView profile

Professor

• Information Economics
• Market Microstructure
• Financial Big Data Analytics
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Vincent Grégoire is a Full Professor in the Department of Finance at HEC Montréal. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of British Columbia, M.Sc. degrees in Financial Engineering and Electrical Engineering from Université Laval, and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). His research focuses on information economics, market microstructure, financial big data analytics, cybersecurity in finance, and machine learning applications in finance. Grégoire is affiliated with the Multidisciplinary Institute for Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience (IMC²) and IVADO, and collaborates with Fin-ML. He co-chaired the Northern Finance Association in 2024-2025. His recent work includes groundbreaking studies on market microstructure dynamics, passive investing trends, and the implications of cybersecurity on financial systems. His research has been recognized with awards such as the 2022 Best Paper Award in Asset Pricing (Northern Finance Association) and the 2022 Chenelière Éducation/Gaëtan Morin Research Prize from HEC Montréal. Grégoire has supervised over 25 master’s theses and projects, covering topics like cryptocurrency diversification, ESG risk exposure, and fintech-driven solutions for sustainable practices. In teaching, he instructs courses such as Empirical Finance and Investment Analysis. His methodologies emphasize reproducibility and cutting-edge tools like Python for financial data analysis.

Antonio KungView profile

Lecturer

• Embedded Systems
• Real-Time Systems
• Privacy in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS)
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Antonio Kung is a Lecturer with 30 years of experience in embedded systems. He co-founded Trialog in 1987 and currently serves as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO), leading product development and collaborative projects in embedded systems, privacy for Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), ICT for aging populations, and smart grids. He holds a Master's degree from Harvard University and an Engineering degree from École Centrale Paris. His research focuses on privacy-preserving technologies in transportation systems, ambient assisted living (AAL) platforms, and real-time embedded systems. Key areas include securing vehicular communication networks, designing flexible distributed systems (Flex-eWare), and creating interoperable solutions for aging-in-place technologies. He has contributed to projects like the Sevecom initiative for secure vehicle networks and the TEAHA framework for open home networks. Dr. Kung has presented at major conferences such as the Transport Research Arena 2008, ACM Computers, Freedom, and Privacy (CFP) 2010, and the European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing. His work bridges industry and academia, emphasizing practical implementations of privacy-by-design principles in embedded and smart systems. He has been actively involved in interdisciplinary initiatives, including the European Commission’s AAL Interoperability Days, where he addressed complexities in managing AAL systems. His publications span topics from Ada run-time libraries (1980s) to modern challenges in IoT and aging technologies, reflecting a career-long commitment to advancing embedded systems security and usability.

Honglin ChenView profile

Professor

• Gerontological Social Work
• Digital Health Interventions
• Cross-Cultural Care Policies
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Dr. Honglin Chen is a Professor of Gerontological Social Work at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), based in the Department of Social Sciences within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies. Her research focuses on digital health interventions, cross-cultural care policies, and aging populations, with a strong emphasis on nonpharmacological interventions for older adults. She leads the Social Work Research and Education team and has contributed to projects like the EU-funded DigiWELL initiative and WHO-commissioned studies on multi-sector collaboration for healthy aging. Her interdisciplinary work integrates social sciences, healthcare, and ethics to advance welfare technologies in geriatric care. Notable collaborations include studies on mild cognitive impairment interventions, caregiver support, and mental health service needs in urban China. She has published extensively in journals such as the Journal of Gerontological Social Work and Ageing International , with a focus on intervention efficacy, policy analysis, and cross-cultural methodologies. Key research interests include gerontological social work, digital health, and the psychosocial impacts of aging. Her work bridges theory and practice, addressing both clinical and policy dimensions of eldercare. Grants and projects highlight her role in shaping innovative eldercare solutions and evidence-based practices.

Amy S. FullerView profile

Research Fellow

• Cardiovascular Disease
• Ageing
• Lifestyle Interventions
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Amy S. Fuller serves as a Research Fellow in the Cardiovascular and Lifestyle Medicine Research Theme within Coventry University's Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, a position she assumed in August 2023. Her academic journey includes a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Reading (2018), a multidisciplinary PhD from Newcastle University's Faculty of Medical Sciences (2018-2022) focusing on exercise tolerance in ageing and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and a Post Doctorate investigating nutrient sensing dysregulation in anorexia of ageing. Her research interests span cardiovascular disease pathophysiology in ageing populations , with specific emphasis on lifestyle interventions for disease management, exercise stress testing methodologies, and molecular pathways including mitochondrial function. She integrates clinical assessments of heart rate variability, hemodynamics, and health psychology to address cardiovascular conditions at national and international scales. Analysis of her 14 most recent publications reveals a strong thematic focus on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (appearing in 90% of works), ageing-related cardiovascular changes (85%), and lifestyle intervention efficacy (75%). Her research consistently bridges molecular mechanisms with clinical applications, particularly in autonomic function assessment and exercise physiology. Scientific awards: Rank Prize Fund Dr. Fuller maintains active collaborations with National Health Trust partners and university networks, though specific grant details are not documented. Her current work includes developing AI-driven diagnostic tools for heart failure and planning future research on cardiac fatigue in endurance athletes. She operates within Coventry University's Cardiovascular and Lifestyle Medicine Research Theme, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and wellbeing.