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Beth H. BakerView profile

Associate Professor

• Water Quality
• Watershed Conservation
• Conservation Education
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Dr. Beth H. Baker is an Associate Extension Professor and Assistant Director of Extension for Environmental Stewardship at Mississippi State University. Her work focuses on water quality, watershed conservation, and sustainable agriculture practices. She holds a PhD in Forest Resources from Mississippi State University, an MS in Biological Sciences, and a BS in Biomedical Sciences from St. Cloud State University. Her research emphasizes agricultural runoff mitigation, cover crop implementation, and low-technology best management practices like low-grade weirs. She has pioneered studies on tailwater recovery systems and their impact on nutrient recycling, water conservation, and carbon sequestration. Her extension programs, such as the Mississippi Water Stewards initiative, engage communities in biomonitoring and environmental education. Key Projects: Catalpa Creek Carbon Climate Collaborative, Redbud-Catalpa Creek watershed case study, Climate-Smart Commodities Pilot Program. Impact Areas: Soil health, carbon credits in agriculture, and microbial community dynamics in agricultural drainage systems. Baker has authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles and numerous extension publications. Her awards include the Soil and Water Conservation Society's Conservation Innovation Award and the MSU Extension Teamwork Award. She mentors graduate students and leads interdisciplinary teams addressing environmental stewardship challenges. Her lab focuses on bridging science and practice, with ongoing projects evaluating cover crop efficacy, wild pig impacts on water quality, and climate-smart agricultural practices. She collaborates with farmers, policymakers, and communities to advance sustainable land management.

Courtney ConwayView profile

Professor

• Wildlife Management
• Conservation Biology
• Behavioral Ecology
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Courtney Conway is a Professor of Wildlife Sciences and Unit Leader of the Idaho Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at the University of Idaho's College of Natural Resources. Their research focuses on wildlife management, conservation biology, behavioral ecology, and life history evolution, with a strong emphasis on applied conservation of species like greater sage-grouse, burrowing owls, and northern Idaho ground squirrels. Conway leads collaborative projects with federal and state agencies to address ecological challenges such as habitat management, climate impacts, and population recovery. Education: Ph.D., University of Montana (1998); M.S., University of Wyoming (1990); B.S., Colorado State University (1985) Research Interests: - Effects of land use (e.g., grazing) on wildlife populations - Migration and hibernation behavior in birds and mammals - Conservation of imperiled species through habitat restoration and genetic monitoring Publications highlight advancements in understanding differential migration patterns, predator-prey dynamics, and the impacts of human activities on wildlife. Conway has received numerous awards, including recognition from The Wildlife Society and the American Ornithological Society, and actively mentors graduate students in field and laboratory research. Awards: Over 15 accolades, including 2024 University of Idaho Excellence Award and 2019 Fellow of The Wildlife Society Labs/Teams: The Conway Lab at the USGS Idaho Cooperative Unit trains students and conducts interdisciplinary research to inform wildlife management policies.

Julie PaprockiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Coastal Engineering
• Remote Sensing
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Julie Paprocki is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), serving as the Ocean Engineering Minor Coordinator within the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences. Her research focuses on geotechnical engineering applications in coastal and estuarine environments, leveraging remote sensing technologies like synthetic aperture radar and satellite imagery. She specializes in sediment characterization, intertidal zone analysis, and developing frameworks for assessing coastal soil properties using non-invasive methods. Dr. Paprocki teaches advanced courses including CEE 502 (Project Engineering), CEE 796/896 (Marine Geotechnics), and OE 758/858 (Design of Ocean Structures). Her work integrates field measurements with remote data collection to improve understanding of coastal geotechnical challenges, particularly in extreme event contexts. Recent publications emphasize satellite-based moisture content assessment, sediment classification, and portable instrumentation for site characterization. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Her research lab focuses on advancing coastal infrastructure resilience through innovative geotechnical methodologies.

Andrew HemmingsView profile

Associate Professor

• Equine Behavioral Neuroscience
• Animal Welfare
• Neurophysiology
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Dr. Andrew Hemmings is an Associate Professor in Equine Research Leadership at the Royal Agricultural University (RAU). He holds a PhD in The Neurobiology of Equine Stereotypic Behaviour from Aberystwyth University, complemented by an MSc and BSc in Equine/Animal Science. His research focuses on equine behavioral neuroscience , particularly the neurobiological basis of stereotypic behaviors, welfare indicators, and cognitive profiling. He leads collaborative projects on topics like stable lighting effects, racehorse welfare, and neurocognitive differences between horse breeds. Roles: Chair of Research Ethics Committee, Student Support Champion Education: PhD: The Neurobiology of Equine Stereotypic Behaviour (Aberystwyth University) MSc: Equine Science (Aberystwyth University) BSc (Hons): Equine/Animal Science (2:1) Research Interests: Dr. Hemmings pioneers non-invasive techniques such as blink rate analysis to study dopaminergic systems and equine welfare. His work bridges neuroscience and applied equitation science, aiming to improve animal management practices. Key areas include stress physiology, cognitive dysfunction, and the development of brain-based welfare indicators. Collaborations: His projects involve institutions like Hartpury University, Bristol Vet School, and Charles Sturt University. Notable studies include: - Environmental impact of horse grazing systems - Neurocognitive phenotypes of stereotypic behaviors - Predictors of competition performance in equine athletes Teaching & Engagement: He emphasizes knowledge transfer through workshops and public lectures, ensuring research findings inform practical horse management. His lab supports both undergraduate and postgraduate research, with over a dozen supervised students completing MScR and PhD programs. Grants & Impact: His work on blink detection technology and genetic variants in racehorses demonstrates applied research potential. Recent studies address rider weight impacts and equine stress biomarkers, contributing to evidence-based practices in equine welfare.

Fu HuView profile

Professor

• Trauma Care
• Medical Informatics
• Critical Care Monitoring
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Fu Hu, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He holds secondary appointments in Epidemiology & Public Health and Surgery. His research focuses on trauma care, predictive analytics, telemedicine, and medical informatics, with an emphasis on leveraging continuous vital signs and machine learning to improve patient outcomes. Key areas include traumatic brain injury monitoring, blood transfusion prediction, and critical care systems design. Education: B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Shanghai University, China, 1984), M.S. and Ph.D. in Computer Science (University of Maryland Baltimore County, 1992 and 2013). Research interests span medical AI, surgical workflow optimization, and telemedicine platforms. His work integrates advanced computational methods with clinical data to address challenges in trauma and critical care. Recent efforts include developing algorithms for real-time patient monitoring and decision support systems. He has led/co-investigated multiple grants on topics like non-invasive monitoring, trauma patient outcomes, and telemedicine. His publications highlight innovations in predictive modeling, medical imaging analysis (e.g., retinal disease detection), and clinical informatics. Notable collaborations include studies on automated ICP monitoring and the ONPOINT project for trauma care.

Natalie ArtziView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomaterials Engineering
• Nanomedicine
• Medical Device Development
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Natalie Artzi is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Associate Institute Director at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University. She also serves as a Principal Research Scientist at MIT’s Institute for Medical Engineering and Science, Core Faculty at the Wyss Institute, and Associate Member at the Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT. Trained as a chemical engineer at Technion-Israel Institute of Technology and MIT, her research focuses on designing smart biomaterials and medical devices to address diseases such as cancer and autoimmune disorders. Key innovations include hydrogel-based drug delivery systems and polymeric microneedle devices for non-invasive monitoring. Her work emphasizes immune engineering and tissue-responsive materials that adapt to disease microenvironments. Artzi’s platforms enable localized therapy, drug repurposing, and real-time biomarker monitoring. She has received prestigious awards including the Kabiller Rising Star Award and One Brave Idea Award. As a translational researcher and entrepreneur, Artzi bridges academia and industry to accelerate clinical applications of her technologies. Her leadership roles include directing multidisciplinary teams at the Wyss Institute and collaborating across institutions like Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Steven B. NicollView profile

Professor

• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• Stem Cells
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Steven B. Nicoll is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at The City College of New York (CCNY), CUNY. His research focuses on biomaterials, tissue engineering, stem cell applications, and orthopaedic repair strategies. Key research areas include: Development of injectable hydrogels for musculoskeletal tissue repair Intervertebral disc regeneration using biomaterial hybrids Stem cell differentiation and extracellular matrix production Thermoresponsive and adhesive material formulations Recent publications highlight advancements in in situ biosensing, disc biomechanics, and hydrogel-based delivery systems. Notable work includes injectable nanotube-hydrogel hybrids for analyte detection and strategies for annulus fibrosus repair. His studies frequently employ in vitro , ex vivo , and in vivo models to evaluate biocompatibility and functional outcomes.

Amy HarwoodView profile

Professor

• Clinical Exercise Physiology
• Peripheral Artery Disease
• Cardiovascular Rehabilitation
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Dr Amy Harwood is a Reader in Clinical Exercise Physiology at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), affiliated with the Institute of Sport and Department of Sport and Exercise Science. She serves as Deputy Research Lead and Theme Lead for Health, Wellbeing, and Communities, and chairs the Clinical Exercise Physiology UK practitioner working group. Her research focuses on exercise interventions for clinical populations, particularly peripheral artery disease (PAD), emphasizing prehabilitation and rehabilitation. She holds grants from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and collaborates with NHS partners and industry leaders. Education: BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science, University of Portsmouth (2010–2013) MSc Human and Applied Physiology, King’s College London (2013–2014) PhD Medical Sciences, Hull York Medical School (2014–2017) Research Interests: Dr. Harwood’s work bridges clinical and applied settings, with emphasis on: Exercise and therapeutic interventions (heat therapy, electrical stimulation) Cardiovascular physiology and chronic disease management Health inequalities and community-based rehabilitation NIHR-funded trials, including the reHabilitation for individuals with chrOnic limb threatening ischemia Post rEvascularisation (HOPE) trial Grants & Partnerships: British Heart Foundation-funded PhD studentships (e.g., evaluating heat therapy for PAD) National Institute for Health Research grants (e.g., MAXIMISE trial on exercise prescription) Collaborations with Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership and MCR Active Awards: Coventry University Exceptional Performance Award (2022) Teaching: Leads the MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology program and teaches modules like Exercise Testing and Interpretation. Supervises BSc projects and doctoral students across multiple universities. Labs & Teams: Active in MMU’s Institute of Sport, contributing to translational research and clinical partnerships.

Meg KrawchukView profile

Associate Professor

• Conservation Biology
• Fire Ecology
• Landscape Ecology
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Meg Krawchuk is an Associate Professor in the Department of Forest Ecosystems & Society at Oregon State University’s College of Forestry. Her research integrates landscape ecology, fire ecology, biogeography, and conservation science to study ecological disturbances, particularly wildland fire dynamics, across local to global scales. Education: Ph.D. (2007) and Post-doctoral Fellow (2011) from the University of Alberta and University of California, Berkeley Courses Taught: FES 341 Forest Ecology, FES 440/540 Wildland Fire Ecology Her lab, the Landscape Fire and Conservation Science Research Group, investigates the biotic and abiotic conditions shaping fire distribution, post-fire ecological outcomes, and human-cultural drivers of fire regimes. She serves as a Graduate Major Advisor and has mentored students including Jennifer Drake, Aatreyee Nath, and Sven Rodne. Recent publications highlight her focus on fire refugia, ecosystem resilience, invasive species interactions, and climate change impacts. Articles explore topics like delayed canopy loss, beetle communities in post-fire forests, and fire severity modeling using multi-sensor data.

• Biology and ecology of marine mammals
• Anthropogenic impacts on marine megafauna
• Population genetics
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Daniele Cagnazzi is a Research Fellow at Southern Cross University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. He holds a PhD from the same institution (2011), following undergraduate studies in Italy. His research focuses on marine mammal ecology, conservation, and the impacts of human activities on marine megafauna. Key interests include population genetics, population dynamics, and the effects of contaminants on marine species. Education: PhD in Marine Biology, Southern Cross University (2011) Undergraduate studies in Italy (specific degree not stated) Research Interests: Marine mammal ecology and conservation Anthropogenic impacts on marine megafauna Population genetics and dynamics Contaminant assessment in marine species Advising & Grants: Supervises Honours, Master's, and PhD students in marine mammal research Involved in projects such as the Reef 2050 Integrated Monitoring Program and contaminant studies in Port Curtis/Port Alma Labs & Teams: Collaborates with the Environmental Analysis Laboratory at Southern Cross University Participates in interdisciplinary teams focusing on marine megafauna conservation

Jose Luis Contreras-VidalView profile

Professor

• Brain-machine interfaces
• Neural engineering
• Rehabilitation robotics
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Dr. Contreras-Vidal is Hugh Roy and Lillie Cranz Cullen Distinguished Professor at the University of Houston, directing the NSF BRAIN Center. His research develops non-invasive brain-machine interfaces for neurorehabilitation, including exoskeletons for spinal cord injury patients. Recipient of IEEE and AIMBE fellowships. Leads NIH/NSF grants on neural decoding and pediatric exoskeletons. Research integrates arts and neuroscience through projects like neural mapping of creative processes.

Yi-Chung LinView profile

Research Fellow

• Biomechanics
• Musculoskeletal Modelling
• Human Locomotion
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Dr Yi-Chung Lin is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Australian Catholic University's School of Behavioural and Health Sciences, specializing in biomechanics and musculoskeletal modeling. He currently leads a National Football League-funded project validating inertial measurement units (IMUs) for assessing lower-limb kinematics in elite sports, focusing on hamstring injury risk mitigation. His research integrates computational methods to study muscle function and movement biomechanics across activities like walking, sprinting, and stair ambulation. Dr Lin holds a PhD from the University of Florida (2008–2022) and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Melbourne, focusing on developing novel computational approaches for non-invasive muscle function evaluation. He has pioneered methods like direct collocation for optimal control simulations and surrogate contact modeling to predict joint forces during gait. His research interests span biomechanical engineering, sports injury prevention, and musculoskeletal health. Notable accolades include the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports Paper of the Year (2022) and the Richard Skalak Best Paper Award (2020). He serves as a guest editor for journals on wearable sensor technology and human locomotion modeling. Key projects include the $4 million HAMIR Index initiative to develop injury mitigation strategies for football athletes and studies on hip joint loading in athletes with groin pain. His work bridges biomechanical theory with clinical applications, emphasizing translational research for human health.

Aly FathyView profile

Professor

• Antenna Design
• Microwave Engineering
• Phased Array Antennas
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Dr. Aly Fathy is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He is affiliated with the Tickle College of Engineering and holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the Polytechnic Institute of New York (1984). His research focuses on antenna design, microwave engineering, phased arrays, and biomedical radar applications. He has led the development of advanced radar systems for non-invasive health monitoring and contributed to innovations in UWB, MIMO, and millimeter-wave technologies. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering, Polytechnic Institute of New York, 1984 MS in Electrical Engineering, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, 1980 BS in Pure & Applied Mathematics (Honors) and BS in Electrical Engineering (Honors), Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt, 1979 Research Interests: Dr. Fathy's work bridges theoretical electromagnetic analysis and practical applications. He has pioneered reconfigurable antennas, radar systems for vital sign detection, and microwave heating technologies. His research includes: Development of compact, high-performance antennas for 5G and satellite communications Ultra-Wideband (UWB) radar for through-wall imaging and non-contact health monitoring Biomedical applications, such as heart rate and respiration detection using Doppler radar Advanced phased array designs and microwave circuit optimization Publications & Trends: His recent work emphasizes multi-subject vital sign monitoring, millimeter-wave radar systems, and AI-driven signal processing. Key themes include improving radar accuracy in cluttered environments and enhancing biomedical sensor reliability. Awards: Sarnoff Team Award (1999) for DBS antenna development Outstanding Achievement Awards (1989–1997) for contributions to superconductors, embedded filters, and antenna innovation Best Paper Award at IEEE-MTT Symposium (1988) Grants & Advising: Dr. Fathy has advised over 10 graduate students and secured significant industry partnerships, including grants from Agilent and Ansoft. He established state-of-the-art labs for antenna testing, microwave circuit fabrication, and high-frequency simulations. Labs & Teams: His research group collaborates with biomedical departments on cross-disciplinary projects, such as fiber-optic communication systems and electromagnetic biological effects analysis.

• Biomaterials
• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
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João F. Mano is a Full Professor at the Department of Chemistry , University of Aveiro , Portugal, with additional appointments as Invited Professor at the University of Lorraine (France), Visiting Professor at KAIST (South Korea), and Adjunct Professor at Ajou University (South Korea). He serves as Vice-Director of the CICECO – Aveiro Institute of Materials and leads the COMPASS Research Group , focusing on advanced biomaterials , regenerative medicine , and 3D bioprinting for biomedical applications. PhD in Chemistry (1996, Technical University of Lisbon) D.Sc. in Tissue Engineering, Regenerative Medicine, and Stem Cells (2012, University of Minho) His research spans bio-inspired materials , cell and tissue engineering , and nanomicro platforms for biomedicine , integrating polymer science , biomimetic approaches , and cell-microenvironment interactions to develop biomedical devices and disease models for drug screening. The 15 most recent publications highlight innovations in 3D bioprinting ( Advanced Materials , Biomaterials ), hydrogels ( Advanced Healthcare Materials ), microenvironment engineering ( Small ), and multi-scale tissue constructs ( Advanced Science ). His work emphasizes personalized medicine , biofabrication , and smart biomaterials . Scientific Honors include: ERC Advanced Grant (2015, 2020) European Academy of Sciences Fellow (FEurASc) Doctor Honoris Causa (University of Lorraine, 2019; University of Utrecht, 2022) George Winter Award (2020) FAIMBE Fellow (2022) He has supervised 74+ MSc , 26 PhD , and 40+ post-doctoral fellows , co-founded METATISSUE and CELLULARIS Biomodels , and holds 12 patents (8 as senior inventor). His editorial roles include Materials Today Bio (Elsevier) and leadership in major EU research projects like TissueEng , REBORN , and O2CELLS .

Dylan FraserView profile

Associate Professor

• Evolutionary Biology
• Conservation Biology
• Population Genetics
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Dylan Fraser is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Concordia University. His research focuses on evolutionary biology, conservation genetics, and the impact of environmental change on freshwater fish populations, particularly salmonids like brook trout and Atlantic salmon. He integrates fieldwork, molecular ecology, and meta-analysis to address biodiversity conservation challenges. PhD, NSERC Scholar (Université Laval) Postdoc, NSERC Scholar (Dalhousie University) Fraser’s research examines how ecological, evolutionary, and genetic factors generate and sustain biodiversity, with applications to fisheries management, habitat fragmentation, and genomic conservation. His work often involves interdisciplinary approaches, combining traditional ecological knowledge and modern genomics. His recent publications highlight studies on chromosome-level genome assembly, eDNA abundance estimation, mixed-stock analysis, and meta-analyses of density-dependent growth and gene flow in salmonids. These articles reflect his commitment to advancing conservation strategies through cutting-edge methodologies. NSERC Scholar (PhD) NSERC Scholar (Postdoc) Fraser has mentored numerous graduate students, including PhD and MSc candidates, on projects related to population genetics, thermal tolerance, and habitat fragmentation. His laboratory collaborates with Indigenous communities and employs genomic tools to address northern fisheries monitoring and climate change impacts.