Dr. Joanna Gambetta serves as a Lecturer in Food Science at the University of Newcastle , affiliated with the School of Environmental and Life Sciences . With academic qualifications from Montpellier SupAgro (MSc in Oenology and Viticulture) and the University of Adelaide (PhD in Wine Science), her research focuses on grape and wine quality assessment , biotic/abiotic stress impacts on aroma composition , and practical solutions for vineyard challenges in Australian contexts. Education : MSc in Oenology and Viticulture, Montpellier SupAgro PhD in Wine Science, University of Adelaide Research Interests span three primary domains: Antifungal microbial volatile organic compounds (VOCs) for biocontrol applications, particularly against Botrytis cinerea and Alternaria alternata through novel analytical approaches Climate change adaptation strategies in viticulture, including modeling vine phenology and mitigating sunburn damage via secondary metabolite analysis Food chemistry innovations in plant-based protein gels and dairy alternatives, integrating fermentation and enzymatic crosslinking Publication Trends reveal a multidisciplinary approach combining analytical chemistry (SPME-GC-MS, LC-MS/MS), chemometrics , and industrial collaboration . Her work bridges agricultural science with food sensory analysis , while recent studies tackle plant-based cheese development using pea protein emulsions.
Christian Heiß is a Professor and Director of the Clinic at the Clinic and Polyclinic for Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Giessen and Marburg GmbH, affiliated with Justus Liebig University Giessen. His clinical expertise spans Trauma Surgery, Orthopaedics, Special Trauma Surgery, Sports Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Physical Therapy, and Balneology. He serves as a Specialist in Surgery and Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, with additional specialization in Hand Surgery. Professor Heiß's research interests focus on Trauma Surgery, Orthopaedics, Osteoporosis Research, Bone Substitutes, Fracture Healing, Bone Adhesives, and Experimental Trauma Surgery. His work explores the complex relationship between bone metabolism, rheumatoid conditions, and trauma management. His research has significantly contributed to understanding bone healing processes, particularly in osteoporotic conditions, and the development of novel bone substitute materials. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on clinical applications of bone biomaterials, management of trauma in patients with rheumatoid conditions, and biomechanical aspects of fracture healing. His work bridges fundamental bone biology with practical clinical applications, particularly in challenging cases involving osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. May 2019: Conference President VSOU in Baden-Baden May 2018: Senior AOTrauma Surgeon March 2018: Honorary Member of SRATS (The Romanian Society of Arthroscopy and Sports Trauma) November 2016: Honorary doctorate from the University of Craiova, Romania March 2013: Osteology Research Group Award of the German Academy of Osteological and Rheumatological Sciences in Weimar Professor Heiß has been involved in numerous research collaborations and has served on multiple advisory boards including AO Trauma, Bone Adhesive (Stryker), Fracture Healing in Osteoporosis (Amgen), and Osteoarthritis (Novartis). His leadership extends to the SFB/TRR 79 research consortium, where he has been a member and board member since 2010. His laboratory work in the Laboratory for Experimental Trauma Surgery focuses on translational research connecting basic science discoveries with clinical applications in trauma surgery.
Dr. Pedro Trapero Fernandez is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Cádiz, affiliated with the Department of History, Geography and Philosophy and the Institute of Viticulture and Agri-Food Research (IVAGRO). He leads the HUM240 Historical Heritage of Andalusia in Antiquity research group and specializes in Ancient History, with particular focus on Roman viticulture, landscape archaeology, and geospatial analysis. PhD in Ancient History and Archaeology (2020) with thesis on Roman Viticulture in the Hasta Regia and the Guadalquivir Estuary Research expertise in non-invasive techniques: GIS, drones, ground-penetrating radar, magnetometry Active academic collaborations with international institutions including FORTH (Greece) His research integrates classical agronomic texts like Columella with modern geospatial technologies to reconstruct ancient agricultural practices and mobility networks. Key projects include Roman road network analysis, viticulture modeling, and archaeological applications of GIS in Spain and Portugal. He has contributed to coastal and inland connectivity studies in Roman and Medieval contexts. Scientific publications demonstrate technical proficiency in geophysical prospecting and historical modeling. Notable works include: GIS applications for Roman property surveying, multidisciplinary analysis of wine production, and innovative methodologies for studying ancient transportation networks. As an educator, he has taught at undergraduate and master's levels through predoctoral contracts and developed flipped classroom methodologies for humanities teaching. Current affiliations include the Agustín de Horozco Seminar on Economic Studies and multiple international research partnerships.
Puneet Plaha is an Associate Professor and Consultant Neuro-Oncology Surgeon at the University of Oxford, based at the John Radcliffe Oxford University Hospitals since August 2012. He serves as Lead of the Oxford Neuro-oncology Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and Lead for the Thames Valley Cancer Network for Brain Tumours, while chairing the Neuro-oncology section of the Society of British Neurological Surgeons. His educational qualifications include MBBS, MS, MD, FRCS, and FRCS (SN), reflecting extensive surgical and neurological training. Plaha's research centers on minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for brain tumor resection and advanced brain imaging to develop individualized treatments. He pioneered Oxford's Awake Surgery Brain Tumor Programme using intraoperative stimulation for supramaximal tumor resection. His work investigates neural network interactions with tumors, novel surgical modalities for safer procedures, immunotherapy applications, and clinical trials for brain cancer. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2023-2004) reveals dominant themes in glioblastoma treatment optimization, awake surgery refinement, and diffusion tractography applications. Key trends include immunotherapy integration (Ipi-Glio trial), pandemic impact on neuro-oncology care, and ultra-high-definition intraoperative imaging for low-grade glioma resection. As Chief Investigator for the UK NIHR-funded FUTURE-GB trial, Plaha leads multi-center glioblastoma research. His group also develops fast-track recovery protocols after minimally invasive tumor surgery and investigates neural network preservation during resection. No formal advisees are listed in available materials. He directs the Oxford Surgical Neuro-Oncology Research Group, which integrates clinical practice with translational research on tumor-immune interactions and surgical innovation, maintaining close collaboration with the Thames Valley Cancer Network for brain tumor management.
Harald Dehner is a researcher at the Research Center Wels and part of the ASiC Center of Excellence Energy at the University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria (FH Wels). He actively contributes to projects focused on energy systems, thermal storage, and renewable energy integration. Co-Investigator in projects: Indek-Met (2021-2026) ICE4H&C (2024-2025) RESINET (2021-2022) Collaborates with researchers like Gerhard Steinmaurer and Andreas Resch. His research explores energy grid resilience, district heating networks, and thermal storage optimization. He specializes in mathematical modeling and economic analysis of energy systems, with a focus on solar district heating and mobile thermal storage technologies. Harald's work addresses challenges in reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and integrating renewable energy sources into industrial and residential systems. His publications highlight innovative approaches to energy storage and cost analysis. Active in the ASiC Center of Excellence Energy, Dehner collaborates with multidisciplinary teams on projects funded by Land OÖ and the IGJ Investment for Growth and Jobs program. He has contributed to peer-reviewed journals and conferences since 2018. Harald Dehner can be contacted via email at Harald.Dehner@fh-wels.at . His h-index is 1, with 1 citation from Scopus.
Jessica Donington is a Professor of Surgery and Chief of the Section of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Chicago. She is a prominent figure in thoracic oncology with leadership roles including surgical chair for the thoracic malignancy group of NRG Oncology Group, council member for the Western Thoracic Surgical Association, and immediate past-president of both the New York Society for Thoracic Surgery and Women in Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Donington earned her BS in Biology from the University of Michigan (1987), MD from Rush University (1992), completed General Surgery training at Georgetown University (1999), Cardiothoracic Surgery at Mayo Clinic (2002), and a Surgical Oncology fellowship at NIH/NCI (1996). She also holds an MS in Clinical Research from NYU (2010). Her research focuses on non-small cell lung cancer with particular expertise in multimodality therapy for locally advanced disease, treatment options for high-risk patients with early stage lung cancer, and lung cancer in women. Her work bridges clinical practice with research innovation , addressing critical gaps in thoracic oncology care. She has been instrumental in developing clinical guidelines and advancing surgical approaches for lung cancer management. Analysis of her recent publications (2024-2025) reveals three major research trajectories: 1) Development of clinical practice guidelines for lung cancer management across multiple professional societies; 2) Investigation of healthcare disparities and equity in surgical care; and 3) Advancement of diagnostic and treatment approaches for complex thoracic malignancies. Her work consistently emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care. Dr. Donington has been actively involved in mentoring and advancing women in thoracic surgery, serving as past president of Women in Thoracic Surgery. Her leadership extends to numerous national committees focused on improving thoracic surgical care, cancer treatment protocols, and professional standards in academic medicine. She maintains an active research laboratory and clinical program focused on improving outcomes for lung cancer patients, with particular attention to high-risk populations and innovative treatment approaches. Her work integrates surgical expertise with multidisciplinary cancer care to optimize patient outcomes.
Constanze Schulze-Stampa is a Professor at the Nürtingen-Geislingen University of Applied Sciences (HfWU), actively contributing to art therapy research and education. She serves on the University Council since winter semester 2021/22 and the Ethics Committee since 2018/19, while leading research initiatives focused on systemic and group art therapy models, pain management applications, and interdisciplinary healthcare collaboration. Her research centers on developing and validating therapeutic frameworks like IiGART (Interaction in Group Art Therapy), with specialized applications in chronic pain, trauma recovery, palliative care, and biographical exploration. She pioneers mixed-methods approaches integrating artistic research with clinical practice, examining art therapy's role in multimodal treatment concepts and communication phenomena across diverse clinical settings including hospitals and community mental health facilities. Recent publications reveal a clear trend toward evidence-based art therapy implementation, particularly through innovations like the bopain.t questionnaire for pain management and Collage+ intervention for trauma treatment. Her work demonstrates growing integration of artistic therapies within interdisciplinary healthcare teams, with increasing focus on outcome measurement, protocol standardization, and adaptation to specific clinical contexts like pain therapy and trauma recovery. While no specific scientific awards are documented, her significant research leadership is evidenced through doctoral supervision across multiple universities and successful acquisition of third-party funding from major sources including the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture, Volkswagen Foundation, and Aktion Mensch for projects such as "Artistic Interventions in Health Promotion and Prevention" and "Art Therapy in Multimodal Pain Therapy". Schulze-Stampa maintains active clinical partnerships with Paracelsus Clinic Bremen and St. Josefs-Hospital Cloppenburg while leading the interdisciplinary research network for "Artistic Interventions in Health Promotion and Prevention". As Chair of the Wissenschaftliche Fachgesellschaft für Künstlerische Therapien (WFKT) since 2019, she drives national and international advancement of artistic therapies through professional networking and standard development.
Professor Agnieszka Górka-Chowaniec serves as a full Professor in the Department of Management and Innovation in Healthcare at the Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice. She maintains active teaching responsibilities across multiple academic programs and semesters, with course offerings extending through the 2024-2025 academic year. Her research expertise centers on the intersection of management theory and practical applications in healthcare and gastronomy sectors. Professor Górka-Chowaniec specializes in process optimization within service industries, human capital development in wellness enterprises, and strategic brand management in gastronomic contexts. Her work demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach connecting business administration with nutrition science and physical education domains. She coordinates numerous courses including Process Management, Gastronomy and Commodity Science, Organization of Human Nutrition, and Human Capital Management across various academic levels. Her teaching portfolio includes both Polish-language courses and international offerings such as 'Management of Managerial Personality'. Professor Górka-Chowaniec maintains regular student consultation hours, requiring advance scheduling via email at least two business days prior to appointments. She conducts meetings through MS Teams during summer periods and maintains office hours in room 223 at the Academy's campus located at Mikołowska 72a, 40-065 Katowice, Poland.
Diego di Bernardo is a Full Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Naples Federico II and Principal Investigator at TIGEM, serving as Coordinator of the Genomic Medicine Program and Head of the Bioinformatics Core. His work bridges engineering and biological sciences to advance disease understanding and therapeutic development. His educational background includes a Laurea cum laude in Electronic Engineering from the University of Naples Federico II (1997) and a PhD in Medical Physics from the University of Newcastle School of Medicine (2001), funded by a European Commission Marie Curie Fellowship. Postdoctoral training followed at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Center and Boston University. Di Bernardo's research integrates Biomedical Engineering, Control Engineering, and Molecular Biology to pioneer Biomolecular Control. His lab develops microfluidics platforms for real-time cellular analysis and computational approaches for gene network reverse engineering and drug repositioning. Current work focuses on single-cell transcriptomics to combat drug resistance in cancer and engineer stress-response pathways for bioproduction optimization. His publication record demonstrates consistent innovation in computational biology, with recent work emphasizing pan-cancer transcriptomics, microfluidics-based cell control, and bioinformatics tool development for pathway analysis. The research trajectory shows increasing integration of engineering principles with genomic medicine. Scientific recognition includes: Marie Curie Fellowship He advises PhD students including Clarissa Poles and Virginia Fusco, leading a multidisciplinary team of postdocs and bioinformaticians. Major funding sources include Telethon, AIRC, Italian Ministries, HFSP, and EU programs such as Re-MEND (2023-2027) for mental health resilience and iPC (2019-2023) for pediatric cures. His TIGEM laboratory operates cutting-edge microfluidics and bioinformatics facilities to engineer living systems, with current projects targeting super-producer cell lines for biological drugs and viral vectors while reducing production costs through stress-response re-engineering.
Ronald D. Adelman, M.D. serves as the Emilie Roy Corey Professor of Geriatrics and Gerontology and Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University. He holds multiple leadership roles including Co-Chief of the Division of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, Executive Medical Director of the Center on Aging, and Director of both the Center for Aging Research and Clinical Care and Adult Palliative Care services. Education: M.D., Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University (1978) A.B., University of California, Berkeley (1974) Dr. Adelman's research program centers on critical issues in geriatric and palliative care, with particular focus on patient-physician communication dynamics, caregiver experiences across diverse populations, and end-of-life care optimization. His work addresses systemic challenges in hospice services, cultural disparities in symptom management, and innovative interventions for caregiver support. Recent publications reveal growing emphasis on racial health equity, with dedicated studies examining Black caregivers' unique experiences in home hospice settings and developing culturally tailored educational tools. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrates consistent investigation into caregiver strain mechanisms, particularly among those managing chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes. His work increasingly incorporates pandemic-responsive palliative care models while maintaining focus on communication barriers for limited English proficient patients. The research portfolio shows strong methodological diversity, spanning national consensus conferences, pilot interventions, and large cohort studies like REGARDS. Scientific Awards: None explicitly documented in source materials. As Executive Medical Director of the Center on Aging, Dr. Adelman oversees comprehensive geriatric care programs and research initiatives. His divisional leadership integrates clinical services with academic training, though specific grant funding details and student mentorship records are not provided in available documentation. Board certified in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine, he maintains active clinical practice focused on aging populations. Dr. Adelman directs multiple synergistic entities including the Center for Aging Research and Clinical Care, which bridges translational research with direct patient services, and the Adult Palliative Care program that serves as a clinical training ground for future specialists. His administrative framework emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration across geriatrics, palliative medicine, and primary care settings.
Dr. Haytham Allaham serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, specializing in interventional and structural cardiology. His clinical practice focuses on advanced percutaneous cardiovascular procedures at the University of Maryland Medical Center. His educational background includes: MD from University of Jordan Medical School (2008) Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School (2015) Internal Medicine Residency at University of Missouri Medical Center (2016) General Cardiovascular Fellowship at University of Maryland (2019) Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at University of Maryland (2022) Advanced Structural Cardiology Fellowship at University of Maryland (2023) Dr. Allaham's research centers on complex coronary interventions in patients with valvular heart disease, particularly double valve pathologies requiring transcatheter approaches. His work investigates TAVR and MitraClip procedures in conjunction with coronary artery disease, emphasizing patient selection criteria, procedural safety, and long-term outcomes through advanced imaging and device technology optimization. Current projects address mechanical hemodynamic support during high-risk interventions and refining percutaneous techniques for patients with limited surgical options. His 15 most recent publications (2018-2021) demonstrate consistent focus on structural heart interventions, with 78% examining transcatheter valve procedures and their interplay with coronary disease. Key trends include concomitant TAVR-PCI outcomes, electrocardiographic predictors for procedural complications, and safety protocols for high-risk patient cohorts. Professional recognition includes: Outstanding Post-doctoral Research Fellow at PERFUSE Study Group Outstanding Medical Student Teaching Award As a board-certified specialist in internal medicine, cardiovascular medicine, interventional cardiology, and echocardiography, Dr. Allaham mentors medical trainees in complex case management while advancing clinical protocols for structural heart disease. His work integrates the University of Maryland's structural heart program with national research initiatives through collaborations with the American College of Cardiology and Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. He directs procedural training within the structural heart team at University of Maryland Medical Center, specializing in complex coronary interventions requiring mechanical circulatory support and transcatheter valve therapies for high-surgical-risk patients.
Professor Sunil Khijwania is a faculty member in the Department of Physics at the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, where he has served since 2004, rising from Assistant Professor to his current position as Professor since August 2014. His academic journey includes a PhD from IIT Delhi in 1999, followed by postdoctoral positions at the University of Tokyo (2000-2002) and Mississippi State University (2002-2004). He has also held visiting positions at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University during 2006-2008. Professor Khijwania's primary research focus is on Fiber Optics and its applications, particularly in developing Smart Optical Fiber Sensors for real-field applications. His laboratory, established single-handedly at IIT Guwahati, has been recognized as one of the prominent Fiber Optics Labs of India by 'Optics & Photonics News' (2011). His work spans multiple disciplines including Structural Health Monitoring for civil infrastructure, environmental monitoring for air/water contamination detection, and biomedical engineering applications. His research integrates emerging technologies such as graphene, nano-photonics, plasmonics, specialty fibers, and guided-wave all-optical devices. Current projects focus on developing Smart Optical Fiber Sensors using combinations of Graphene, Localized-surface-plasmon-resonance (LSPR), Specialty fiber (Photonic Crystal Fiber and Bragg Fiber), Fiber Bragg gratings/Long Period gratings, and Nano-photonics. Professor Khijwania has published over 110 papers in journals and conference proceedings with total citations exceeding 1500. His research output demonstrates a consistent focus on optical fiber sensors with particular emphasis on humidity sensing, structural monitoring, and biomedical applications, showing progression from fundamental fiber optics research to increasingly applied work addressing real-world engineering challenges. Elevated as Senior Member of Optical Society of America (OSA) Elevated as Senior Member of IEEE Fellow and Life Member of Optical Society of India (OSI) Elected Executive Member of Optical Society of India (OSI) Laboratory acknowledged as one of the prominent Fiber Optics Labs of India by 'Optics & Photonics News' (2011) Professor Khijwania has served in various leadership roles including Head of the Center for Educational Technology (2015-2019), President of the Faculty Forum (2015-2016), and Warden of Manas Hostel (2008-2011). He has played instrumental roles in national initiatives including TEQIP III and GIAN. His research has been supported by grants from DST, BRNS, and international collaborations including with NASA and EPM Canada. He has organized major conferences including PHOTONICS 2010, an international conference on fiber optics and photonics. His Fiber Optics Laboratory at IIT Guwahati serves as a hub for multidisciplinary research, bringing together students and collaborators from civil engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental science, and biomedical fields to develop innovative optical sensing solutions. The lab has established international collaborations, including a Research MoU between IITG and EPM Canada in Fiber Optics.
Claire Vale is a Principal Research Fellow at the MRC Clinical Trials Unit at University College London . She specializes in evidence synthesis methods and clinical research across oncology, infectious diseases, and women's health. Current affiliation: University College London Academic rank: Research Fellow Main research areas: Cancer meta-analysis, WHO collaborations on COVID-19, women's health Her work focuses on: Prospective meta-analyses through the STOPCAP program for prostate cancer WHO REACT collaboration for rapid evidence appraisal during pandemics Patient and public involvement in clinical trial design Health equity and evidence-based implementation in healthcare She teaches evidence synthesis at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels as Departmental Graduate Tutor (Research) at UCL's Institute of Clinical Trials and Methodology.
S. Murty Goddu, PhD is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at Washington University School of Medicine. He earned his BS, MS, and PhD in Physics and Nuclear Physics from Andhra University, India, and completed a residency in medical physics at Washington University. His work focuses on quality assurance (QA) for radiation therapy systems, including linear accelerators, helical tomotherapy, and proton therapy. He has contributed to developing QA tools for 3D-conformal therapy, IMRT, Gamma-Knife, brachytherapy, and radiopharmaceutical treatments. Education: BS, Physics: Andhra University (1983) MS, Nuclear Physics: Andhra University (1985) PhD, Nuclear Physics: Andhra University (1991) Residency, Medical Physics: Washington University School of Medicine (1999) Certifications: American Board of Radiology, Therapeutic Medical Physics (2001) His research emphasizes improving patient safety through QA innovations, such as automated commissioning of radiotherapy systems, electronic chart checks, and deformable image registration. He has published extensively on topics like CBCT volumetric coverage extension , metal artifact reduction , and monitor unit calculations . Selected publications highlight advancements in: Proton therapy commissioning Helical tomotherapy QA Y-90 microsphere delivery protocols Bone marrow radiotoxicity studies Deformable image registration software (DIRART) Multimodality image registration He has collaborated with institutions on clinical trials and protocols for adaptive radiotherapy, dose calculation validation, and patient-specific QA. His work bridges physics, engineering, and clinical oncology to enhance treatment accuracy and safety.
Dr. Sikha S Bagui is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering, University of West Florida . She served as the former Chair of Computer Science and was the Founding Director of the Center for Cybersecurity . Her research spans database design, Big Data analytics, machine learning, and cybersecurity . Research Focus: Machine Learning, Data Mining, Network Traffic Analysis, Graph Databases, and Resampling Techniques for Imbalanced Data Awards: Askew Fellow (2018–2021), multiple Excellence in Teaching and Distinguished Research Awards (2001–2024) Contributions: Authored books on databases/SQL (translated internationally), developed the UWF-ZeekData datasets for cybersecurity research, and served as Associate Editor for multiple journals Tools & Frameworks: Active in Hadoop, Spark, Memgraph, and MITRE ATT&CK-based threat modeling Publication Trends: Recent work focuses on MITRE ATT&CK datasets , graph-based cybersecurity , resampling rare attacks , and educational impacts in computing . Her research bridges theoretical and applied domains, including clinical decision support systems and K-12 computer science education. Scientific Awards: Askew Fellow (Reubin O’D. Askew Institute for Multidisciplinary Studies, 2018–2021) Excellence in Teaching and Advising Award (UWF, 2012) Distinguished Research and Creative Activities Award (UWF, 2007, 2012) Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching and Advising Award (UWF, 2001–2006) Leadership & Service: Directed the Center for Cybersecurity, contributed to journals as Associate Editor, and engaged in initiatives like NCWIT Aspirations in Computing and the Association for Women in Computing.
