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Mirko BlagojevićView profile

Professor

• Mechanical Engineering
• Gear Design and Dynamics
• Thermal Analysis of Mechanical Systems
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Mirko Blagojević is a Professor at the Department of Mechanical Constructions and Mechanization of the Faculty of Engineering, University of Kragujevac. His scientific work focuses on machine structures and mechanization, with a strong emphasis on gear systems, thermal stability, and mechanical transmission efficiency. He holds a chair in Machine Structures and Mechanization and has been active in the field since at least 2018. His research areas include cycloidal reducers, gear dynamics, CAD modeling, and thermal analysis of mechanical systems. He has contributed to advancements in gearbox design, including innovative multi-stage concepts and improvements in power density. His work often integrates experimental validation with numerical simulations, particularly using finite element analysis. Recent publications highlight trends in optimizing gear efficiency, thermal management, and stress-strain analysis of mechanical components. Notable projects include studies on cycloidal drive efficiency, nested-cycloidal architectures, and lubricant thermal stability. Blagojević has also authored educational materials on mechanical elements and problem-solving techniques for engineering students. While no specific awards are mentioned, his extensive publication record and involvement in collaborative research projects reflect his leadership in mechanical engineering education and applied research at the university level.

• Ornithology
• Limnology
• Fish Ecology
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Eric Demers is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Vancouver Island University (VIU). Active in teaching and research since the 1990s, he focuses on Ornithology , Limnology , and Fish Ecology , leading the VIU Bird Banding Project since 2013. His work spans aquatic ecosystems, wildlife behavior, and ecological interactions. Education: BSc, McGill University (1991) PhD, York University (1996) Research Interests include avian ecology, freshwater systems, and wildlife conservation. His publications analyze fish behavior, nutrient cycling in lakes, and technological applications in ecological studies. Recent projects involve bird-window collision assessments , water quality monitoring , and invasive species impacts . Advising and Projects: He has supervised over 25 students on topics like Western Purple Martin nesting , Coastal Cutthroat Trout movement , and Amphibian pathogen detection . The VIU Bird Banding Project investigates songbird populations at Buttertubs West Marsh.

Xuan ChenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Wetland Ecology
• Insect Ecology
• Social Insects
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Xuan Chen is an Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences at Salisbury University, holding a PhD in Entomology from Louisiana State University. Research focuses on wetland and coastal ecosystem dynamics, particularly insect community responses to disturbances like hurricanes and oil pollution. Specialized in social insects (ants, bees, termites), Chen investigates biodiversity patterns, colony behaviors, and pest management strategies. Recent work explores fire ant foraging adaptations, termite biocontrol, and phenological responses to climate change across North American insect populations. Publications (2019-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on behavioral ecology, disturbance impacts, and innovative pest control methods, with frequent application of field experiments and ecological modeling. No awards, advising relationships, or grant activities were detailed in available materials.

• Ecology
• Parasitology
• Animal Behavior
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Dr. Claire Fuller currently serves as Dean of the Jones College of Science, Engineering, and Technology and Professor of Biological Sciences at Murray State University. She holds a BA in General Biology from the University of California, San Diego, and MS/PhD in Zoology from Oregon State University under Dr. Andrew Blaustein. Her research focuses on ecological immunology, parasitism in social insects (e.g., termites), and environmental impacts on animal behavior and population dynamics. Research interests include: Parasite-host interactions in tropical termites Climate change effects on termite immunity Aquatic pollution impacts on dragonfly immunity Behavioral modifications induced by parasites Recent publications highlight work on Atrazine effects in dragonflies (2018), termite environmental adaptations (2014), and acanthocephalan parasite impacts (2003-2004). Funding sources include NSF, Howard Hughes Institute, and Kentucky EPSCOR grants. Advises numerous graduate/undergraduate researchers and collaborates with institutions like Northeastern University. Active in teaching courses such as Animal Behavior, Biological Inquiry, and Ecology.

Nancy DarlingView profile

Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Adolescent Behavior
• Parenting Styles
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Nancy Darling is a Professor of Psychology and Business at Oberlin College, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a BS, MS, and PhD from Cornell University. Her work focuses on adolescent development, parenting dynamics, and the interplay between social relationships and individual growth. She co-founded 1step2life, an app supporting adolescents with chronic pain and their families, and serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Adolescence . Her research emphasizes contextual variability and innovative methods, such as agent-based modeling. Current projects include the Continuity of Close Relationships and Following Doctors’ Orders studies, examining adolescent adherence to medical advice and family dynamics. She has advised numerous students, including Molly Gleydura (Watson Fellowship winner) and Olivia Goldstein (Goldwater Scholar). Dr. Darling has presented at international conferences like the Society for Research on Adolescence and published widely. Her work bridges academic research with practical tools, such as the Parenting Style Inventory and the 1step2life app. She also contributes to public discourse via media appearances and op-eds on parenting and resilience.

• Proteomics
• Insect Biology
• Plant-Insect Interactions
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James Carolan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Maynooth University, Faculty of Science & Engineering. He holds a BA in Botany (Trinity College Dublin, 1998) and a PhD in Biology (Trinity College Dublin, 2004). His research focuses on proteomics and molecular interactions between organisms, particularly aphids, bumblebees, and pathogens. He secured Science Foundation Ireland funding for quantitative mass spectrometry facilities, enabling advanced research projects. Research areas include aphid-plant interactions, bumblebee conservation, marine bioadhesive studies, and parasitic diseases like Ascariasis. His work integrates genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics to address agricultural, ecological, and biomedical challenges. Collaborations span international institutions, including the International Aphid Genomics Consortium and the Bumblebee Genome Initiative. Recent publications emphasize aphid effector proteins, glyphosate impacts on bumblebees, and proteomic responses to pathogens. His lab, Applied Proteomics Laboratory, develops bespoke proteomic strategies for non-model organisms. Conservation efforts include the Bumblebee Nest Initiative on campus to support pollinator populations.

• Public Health
• Healthcare Research
• Health Inequalities
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Dr. Daniel Lüdecke is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Medical Sociology within the Faculty of Medicine at Universität Hamburg. His work focuses on public health, healthcare disparities, mental health of caregivers, and organizational health literacy. He holds a Dr. phil. in Philosophy, likely in the social sciences. His research spans diverse topics including the impact of stressors on parental mental health, health inequities in Germany, and the development of tools for assessing organizational health literacy. Dr. Lüdecke is also active in statistical methodology, contributing to R packages like modelbased and datawizard to improve reproducibility in research. Education: Dr. phil. (Doctorate in Philosophy/Social Sciences) Research Interests: His primary areas include public health policy, health disparities, caregiver mental health, organizational health systems, and statistical methods in healthcare research. He has led studies on resilience in families of chronically ill children and the effectiveness of interventions like the NEST program for improving family well-being. Key Projects: The OHL-HAM study evaluates organizational health literacy in Hamburg, while the NEST trial assesses support systems for families of disabled children. He has also analyzed pandemic-related mental health trends in Europe and global child immunization data quality. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Institute of Medical Sociology and the Center for Psychosocial Medicine at UKE. Active in interdisciplinary projects addressing healthcare equity and innovation.

Robert J. DavidView profile

Professor

• Strategy & Organization
• Emergence of New Industries
• Evolution of Management Practices
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Robert J. David is a Professor of Strategy & Organization and Academic Director (Research) at the Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University. He holds the Desautels Faculty Scholar Award (2022-2025) and has held visiting roles at the University of Glasgow and University of San Diego. His research focuses on market category evolution, institutional entrepreneurship, and industry transformation, with funding from SSHRC's Local Food market project. Education: PhD, Cornell University; MBA and BEng, McGill University. Teaching expertise includes Strategic Management, Competitive Strategy, and Organizational Theory, earning awards like the Distinguished Teaching Award (2004) and Best Advisor Award (2008). Key research areas explore new industry emergence, management practice evolution, and institutional frameworks for entrepreneurship. His work combines qualitative and computational methods to study organizational fields and institutional dynamics. Over 20 years of contributions span top journals like Strategic Organization, Administrative Science Quarterly, and Academy of Management Journal. Awards include multiple faculty scholar awards, visiting professorships, and best paper recognitions. He advises doctoral students and oversees research strategy at Desautels, linking academic work to real-world industry challenges through interdisciplinary approaches.

• Conservation Biology
• Herpetology
• Genetics
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Carl Qualls is a Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi, specializing in conservation biology and herpetology. His work focuses on reptile and amphibian population genetics, habitat ecology, and conservation strategies for endangered species such as turtles and salamanders. He holds a PhD from the University of Sydney (1995) and a BS from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette (1990). Education: PhD, University of Sydney, 1995 BS, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 1990 His research emphasizes genetic diversity analysis, population structure of reptiles, and development of conservation tools using molecular markers. Key areas include freshwater turtle population dynamics, tick sialotranscriptomics, and environmental DNA (eDNA) methodologies for species detection. His work often integrates field ecology with lab-based genetic analysis to address biodiversity challenges. Recent publications analyze the distribution of alligator snapping turtles, gopher tortoise genetics, and conservation strategies for megacephalic map turtles. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to reptile conservation genetics are notable in academic circles. His studies frequently involve cross-species microsatellite loci development for conservation applications, reflecting expertise in both molecular biology and field ecology. Research locations include the Gulf Coastal Plain and Desoto National Forest, Mississippi. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with institutions on projects involving reptile conservation, eDNA sampling, and population genomics.

Jaco van de PolView profile

Professor

• Model Checking
• Quantum Computing
• Symbolic Computation
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Jaco van de Pol is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science, Aarhus University. His research focuses on formal methods, quantum computing, and symbolic computation. He specializes in model checking, timed automata, decision diagram algorithms, and quantum circuit synthesis. Education background includes expertise in computer science with a strong foundation in theoretical computer science and formal verification techniques. Key research interests include: Development of scalable symbolic algorithms for large systems Quantum circuit optimization using SAT-based approaches External memory implementations of decision diagrams Formal verification of real-time and parametric systems Recent work emphasizes quantum computing applications, such as layout-aware CNOT circuit synthesis for NISQ processors, and novel algorithms for parametric timed games. His contributions include the Adiar framework for external memory BDD manipulation and the Sylvan decision diagram library. No academic awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. He has advised multiple collaborations but no specific student names are listed. His research group focuses on advancing formal methods through practical tools and theoretical advancements.

Theo EvansView profile

Associate Professor

• Entomology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Ecology
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Theo Evans is an Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia's School of Biological Sciences. With over 30 years of experience, he has held positions at CSIRO, National University of Singapore, and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation. His work bridges discovery and applied science, focusing on termites and dung beetles as key ecosystem engineers with global fieldwork across six continents. University of Western Australia (2015–Present): Associate Professor of Applied Entomology National University of Singapore (2011–2015): Associate Professor of Environmental Biology CSIRO Entomology (1995–2002, 2005–2011): Principal Research Scientist & Team Leader Education Doctor of Philosophy in Zoology, University of Melbourne (1996) Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Zoology, University of Western Australia (1990) Bachelor of Science in Zoology & Marine Biology, James Cook University (1989) Accelerated Leadership Program, University of New South Wales (2007) Research Themes Theo's work spans termites' vibro-acoustic communication, evolutionary ecology, and pest management systems. His dung beetle research emphasizes ecosystem services and invasive species dynamics. Current projects include: Vibration-based Termite Control Dung Beetle Activity Mapping Integrated Pest Management Tropical Microclimate Resilience Termite Mitochondrial Phylogenomics Key Contributions He discovered termite vibration-based wood assessment, demonstrated dung beetles' role in soil fertility and crop yield, and developed novel termite control systems. His 129+ publications (h-index 38) and $11M in funding reflect his impact. Teaching & Leadership Coordinates core zoology units (ANIM2207, ANIM2297) and Agriculture's AGRI5507. Leads the National Dung Beetle Ecosystem Engineer Project and serves as School Academic Integrity Officer. Scientific Appointments Includes advisory roles for Fiji Biosecurity Authority, Kyoto University's Field Cooperative Program, and United States EPA's Termite Baiting Panel. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals in environmental protection and sustainable agriculture.

• Programming Languages
• Type Systems
• Formal Semantics
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Dr. Filip Sieczkowski is an Assistant Professor in the School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences at Heriot-Watt University, specializing in the Department of Computer Science. His research focuses on foundational aspects of programming languages, including type systems, formal semantics, algebraic effects, and concurrency. He holds a PhD in Computer Science and has contributed to advancing theoretical frameworks for effect handlers, reduction theories, and parallel computation models. His work explores topics such as generalized algebraic data types, operational semantics, and the integration of effect systems with concurrent programming. Recent publications highlight contributions to reduction theory for effect handlers and formal methods for parallel scheduling. Dr. Sieczkowski’s research has been published in leading venues such as ACM SIGPLAN conferences and journals. His work emphasizes bridging theoretical insights with practical programming language design, particularly in functional and concurrent contexts. No awards or grants were explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

Jesse SenkoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Applied marine ecology and conservation
• Coastal fisheries
• Marine megafauna ecology and conservation (especially sea turtles)
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Jesse Senko is an Assistant Professor in the School of Ocean Futures at Arizona State University (ASU) and Principal Investigator (PI) of the Senko Lab. He holds a PhD in Biology from ASU, an MS in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation from the University of Florida, and a BS in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences from the University of Connecticut. His research focuses on applied marine ecology and conservation, addressing threats to marine megafauna (especially sea turtles), coastal fisheries sustainability, and the human dimensions of conservation. The Senko Lab develops innovative bycatch reduction technologies, such as solar-powered lights for gillnets, and collaborates with fishers, NGOs, and governments to balance ecosystem protection with fisheries viability. Key study sites include Baja California Sur, Mexico; North Carolina, USA; Trinidad and Tobago; and the St. Lucie Nuclear Power Plant in Florida. Senko’s work has been featured in Biological Conservation , Current Biology , and Global Change Biology , alongside media outlets like National Geographic and The New York Times . He is a member of the IUCN Marine Turtle Specialist Group and recipient of the Theodore Roosevelt Genius Prize from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Education: PhD. Biology, Arizona State University MSc. Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida BSc. Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences, University of Connecticut Awards: Theodore Roosevelt Genius Prize ($100,000) Lab Focus: Bycatch reduction technologies Global conservation assessments Lab-based bycatch experiments Sea turtle behavior and ecology Conservation social science and policy Collaborations: NOAA Fisheries Inwater Research Group El Pardito Fishing Community World Wildlife Fund His teaching includes courses on ocean conservation, sea turtle ecology, and fisheries management. The Senko Lab mentors over 20 graduate and undergraduate students, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to global conservation challenges.

Luca AbeniView profile

Associate Professor

• Real-Time Systems
• Cloud Computing
• Virtualization
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Luca Abeni is an Associate Professor at the ReTiS Lab (Real-Time Systems) of Scuola Superiore S. Anna , Pisa. He graduated in Computer Engineering from the University of Pisa in 1998 and earned his PhD at Scuola Superiore S. Anna (1999-2002), focusing on real-time operating systems, scheduling algorithms, and QoS management. His career includes a visiting researcher role at Carnegie Mellon University (2000) and Oregon Graduate Institute (2001), followed by a full-time researcher position at the University of Trento's DISI department (2006-2017). Research Interests include real-time systems, cloud computing, virtualization, containerization (e.g., RT-Kubernetes), Linux kernel optimization, fault tolerance, and scheduling algorithms. His work addresses temporal isolation in cloud/edge environments, energy-efficient real-time computing, and adaptive resource management. Scientific Awards 2021 RTSS Influential Paper Award for 1998 paper on real-time scheduling Notable Contributions involve Xen/KVM latency analysis, deadline-based scheduling, ARM big.LITTLE partitioning, and kernel bypass mechanisms. He developed tools like PROSIT for probabilistic real-time analysis and artifacts for reproducing experiments.

Christopher HinkleView profile

Professor

• Semiconductor Materials
• Quantum Materials
• Nanoelectronics
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Christopher Hinkle is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Concurrent Professor of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Notre Dame. He leads the Hinkle Lab, located in the Notre Dame Nanofabrication Facility (NDNF), focusing on semiconductor materials, quantum devices, and 2D materials for nanoelectronics. His research integrates machine learning for materials discovery with advanced growth techniques like molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) and atomic layer deposition (ALD). Key interests include semiconductor defects, topological materials, and 3D integration strategies. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University. Awards include the Bettex Collegiate Chair. His work is funded by the Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC), DARPA, and the National Science Foundation (NSF) through programs like FuSe, DMREF, and QuIC-TAQS. Research emphasizes AI-driven materials optimization, scalable synthesis of 2D materials, and device fabrication for applications in next-generation electronics. Recent articles highlight advancements in AI-accelerated discovery, interconnect materials, and magnetic properties of doped transition metal dichalcogenides. Labs/Teams: Hinkle Lab at NDNF. Collaborations include industry partners like Intel, Samsung, and TSMC.