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Olli KuparinenView profile

Researcher

• Dialectology
• Computational Linguistics
• Phonetics
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Olli Kuparinen is a Researcher at the University of Tampere , focusing on dialectology , computational linguistics , and speech recognition technology . His current Academy of Finland-funded project (2025-2030) aims to develop phoneme-based models that convert dialectal speech into text without erasing regional variations. Academic Path : Began with Finnish language studies at the University of Tampere, followed by teaching Finnish language/literature, then doctoral research (Kone Foundation-funded) on Helsinki spoken language changes (1970s-2010s). Previous Work : Spent 2 years at the University of Helsinki's Language Technology Department studying machine translation models. Key Contributions : Created datasets like Murreviikko (dialectal tweets), advanced phoneme-character mapping for Finno-Ugric scripts, and explored historical changes in Helsinki's spoken Finnish (e.g., hd-cluster diffusion ). Research Interests : Bridging traditional dialect studies with AI/ML, preserving linguistic diversity in speech recognition, and analyzing long-term language variation through computational models. Recent Publications focus on automatic dialect transcription, normalization techniques, corpus-based dialectometry, and social media as a source for dialectal analysis. His work emphasizes inclusivity in AI by addressing underrepresented dialects. Scientific Awards : No specific awards listed beyond Academy of Finland funding. Future Directions include improving equity in speech tech by incorporating Finno-Ugric IPA translations, expanding to Norwegian dialects, and advocating for linguist involvement in AI model development.

Tom SandersView profile

Professor

• Healthcare Interventions
• Mixed Methods Research
• Chronic Illness Management
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Tom Sanders is a Professor of Applied Health and Social Care at Northumbria University, appointed in September 2018. He previously held roles at the University of Sheffield (Senior Research Fellow) and Keele University (Senior Research Fellow). His research focuses on healthcare interventions using mixed methods, with expertise in chronic illness management, qualitative research, and normalization process theory. He leads the BSc Health and Social Care program and is an honorary senior research fellow at the University of Sheffield's School of Health and Related Research. Key research areas include musculoskeletal care interventions, diabetes prevention, and persistent symptom management. He co-leads the NIHR Health and Social Care Delivery Research (HSDR) funded MSS3 trial on a Symptoms Clinic model and an NIHR Programme Grant for a digital intervention in multiple sclerosis. Recent projects include personalized care post-hospital discharge and optimal models for postpartum weight management. Sanders holds a PhD in Medical Sociology from the University of Bristol, with prior roles including Lecturer in Medical Sociology at the University of Manchester. He has served on national committees like NIHR PGfAR and Arthritis Research UK. His work emphasizes implementation science, healthcare communication, and reducing health inequalities through asset-based approaches.

Britt-Inger KeisuView profile

Associate Professor

• Organizational Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Feminist Theory
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Britt-Inger Keisu is an Associate Professor in Sociology at the Department of Sociology, Umeå University. Her research focuses on organizational sociology with emphases on gender, feminism, ethnicity/race, and indigenous research. She leads projects such as 'Working as a reindeer herder' examining gender, race, and place within Sami reindeer husbandry in northern Sweden. She is affiliated with research groups including Critical Studies of Race and Gender, Sociology of Organizations, and Sociology of Work. Currently involved in the Arctic research network 'Gender in the Arctic Five' and the 'KASUTA' project on Kven/Norwegian Finn minority youth. Serves on FORTE's project grant review panel and as vice-chair of FALF (Forum for Working Life Research in Sweden). Her research explores workplace equality, intragroup conflict in women-dominated sectors, and the intersection of gender/race/place in indigenous contexts. Recent studies address sexual harassment in academia, physical activity disparities among children with cerebral palsy, and leadership dynamics in healthcare. Publications frequently analyze gendered organizational structures, conflict resolution in equity work, and the normalization of inequality in schools and workplaces. Key themes include decolonial practices among Arctic minorities and policy implementation challenges in gender equality initiatives.

Morten MagelssenView profile

Professor

• Clinical Ethics
• End-of-Life Ethics
• Assisted Dying
• +7 more

Morten Magelssen is a Professor and Head of the Centre for Medical Ethics at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo. He leads research and teaching in clinical ethics, end-of-life care, priority setting, and Christian perspectives on bioethics. He is actively involved in national ethics policy and serves on the Norwegian Biotechnology Advisory Board. PhD, University of Oslo (2014) Medical Doctor (cand. med., 2004) Bachelor of Philosophy (2009) Resident Physician, Lovisenberg Diaconal Hospital (2006–2010) His research focuses on clinical ethics support , end-of-life decisions , assisted dying , priority setting in healthcare , and bioethics in light of Christian faith . He has led major projects on clinical ethics committees, palliative sedation, and ethical challenges in home-based care. His work bridges empirical research and normative analysis. His recent publications analyze ethical dilemmas in home care, public attitudes toward assisted dying, implementation of clinical ethics committees, and moral challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. The articles reflect a strong commitment to practical ethics, healthcare governance, and patient-centered decision-making, often using qualitative and survey methodologies. Member, Norwegian Biotechnology Advisory Board (2019–2027) Leader, CME's permanent project on clinical ethics (2019–2023) Editor, Norwegian textbook in medical ethics Magelssen teaches clinical ethics to healthcare professionals and medical students, and conducts seminars nationwide. He has contributed to ethics consultation frameworks and policy development in Norway. His work emphasizes systematic ethics reflection, stakeholder involvement, and moral deliberation in clinical and organizational settings. He is affiliated with the research groups Clinical Ethics and Priority Setting and Philosophy and Ethics of Medicine and Healthcare , fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in bioethics.

Kai Lin OngView profile

Assistant Professor

• Algebra
• Coding Theory
• Quantum Error-Correction
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Kai Lin Ong is an Assistant Professor at the School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences, Heriot-Watt University, United Kingdom. He is actively engaged in teaching, research, and student development, with a focus on algebra and its applications in quantum computing and coding theory. He currently coordinates first-year programs and mentors students through various academic and personal development initiatives. First Year Coordinator of Studies (2021–present) Maths Gym Coordinator (2020–present) EmPOWER Champion and Impact Coach (2020–present) Student Societies Liaison (2020–2022) His research centers on algebraic structures such as idempotents, zero-divisors, and cyclotomic cosets, applied to quantum error-correcting codes and stabilizer code construction. He utilizes abstract algebra to develop robust coding mechanisms for quantum computing systems, with a strong emphasis on theoretical and practical applications in information processing. The recent publications reflect a consistent trend in quantum information science, particularly in algebraic coding theory. His work bridges pure mathematics with quantum computing, focusing on stabilizer codes, burst error correction, and structural analysis of ring-based codes. The integration of classical algebraic concepts into quantum frameworks highlights a deep interdisciplinary approach combining mathematics, computer science, and physics. Scientific Awards: HWU Teaching Excellence Award 2021 - Global Teaching Team Dr. Ong is actively involved in educational innovation, having led workshops and presentations on globally connected learning, student feedback systems like Gradescope, and sustainable communities in linear algebra education. He advises PhD students and contributes to curriculum development and academic governance through boards of studies and SSLC meetings. His educational philosophy emphasizes resilience, collaboration, and global engagement in learning. He is involved in multiple academic activities including oral presentations at workshops and seminars, promoting teaching excellence and student-centered learning. His initiatives like Maths Gym and EmPOWER support student success beyond the classroom, fostering holistic development.

Mary MostafanezhadView profile

Professor

• Development Geography
• Political Ecology
• Socio-environmental Change
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Mary Mostafanezhad serves as Professor and Graduate Chair in the Department of Geography and Environment at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. A human geographer specializing in development and socio-environmental change across the Asia-Pacific region, her work critically examines tourism, agricultural transitions, and infrastructure through political ecology frameworks with a focus on Southeast Asia. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Anthropology from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (2011), MS in Anthropology from the University of Oregon (2005), and BA in Anthropology & Communication from Washington State University (2003). Mostafanezhad's research centers on development geography and political ecology , with particular expertise in tourism economies, agrarian transitions, and atmospheric politics. Her scholarship investigates how transnational processes mediate everyday experiences through ethnographic fieldwork in Thailand, analyzing air pollution crises, forest degradation, and infrastructure impacts. She integrates textual analysis of popular culture with geospatial collaboration to reveal socio-ecological power dynamics in Southeast Asia. Recent publications demonstrate a pronounced shift toward atmospheric political ecology , with 8 of her 15 most recent works (2023-2025) examining air pollution in Northern Thailand. This research intersects tourism geopolitics, crisis narratives, and Belt and Road Initiative impacts, revealing how seasonal haze becomes normalized through data politics and volumetric governance. Her work consistently bridges tourism studies, environmental science, and critical geography. Her scientific recognition includes: Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching (2021) Major research funding supports her fieldwork: National Science Foundation Cultural Anthropology Senior Research Award for political ecology of seasonal air pollution in northern Thailand $1,000,000 Henry Luce Foundation grant for Transboundary Air Pollution and Belt-Road Initiative impacts in Myanmar/Thailand She mentors graduate students on Asia-Pacific development geographies while leading international collaborations with Chiang Mai University's Regional Center for Social Science and Sustainable Development. Her academic service includes Co-Editor-in-Chief of Tourism Geographies and leadership roles in the American Association of Geographers' Recreation, Tourism, and Sport specialty group.

Steven PirouzView profile

Associate Professor

• Machine Learning
• Structural Geology
• Tectonics
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Steven Pirouz is an Associate Professor of Instruction at the University of Texas at Dallas, affiliated with the School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. His academic journey includes postdoctoral research at the California Institute of Technology (2013–2017) and the University of Cambridge (2015–2016), alongside dual PhDs from the University of Geneva (2013) and University of Tehran (2008). His research focuses on crustal deformation mechanisms, foreland basin dynamics, and the interplay between tectonics, surface processes, and climate change. Specialized in integrating field data, geophysical modeling, and numerical simulations, he explores fold-thrust belts, lithospheric flexure, and petroleum reservoir modeling using Petrel/Move software. Key research areas include: Foreland basin migration and structural evolution Lithospheric flexure mechanics Zagros mountain belt tectonics Climate-tectonic interactions Pirouz has published extensively on Neogene sedimentary systems, ophiolite evolution, and geohazard assessments. Notable awards include 1st place in the 2020 AAPG Imperial Barrel Award competition and a $90,000 Early Postdoc Mobility Grant from the Swiss National Science Foundation.

• Ethnographic Childhood and Youth Research
• Social Science Food Research
• Pedagogical Epistemes
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Friederike Schmidt is a German educational scientist specializing in ethnographic childhood and youth research, social science food research, pedagogical epistemes, and reflexive anthropology. Since 2020, she has served as an academic councilor (PartTime Lecturer) at the University of Siegen, following visiting professorships at Bielefeld University and Leuphana University Lüneburg. Her scholarly trajectory includes a doctorate from the Free University of Berlin (2017) with a thesis on "Implicit Logics of the Pedagogical Gaze" and a habilitation at the University of Cologne (2020) on "Human Arrangements in Pedagogy." Research Focus: Ethnographic childhood and youth research Social science food research Analysis of pedagogical epistemes Reflexive anthropology Cultural studies of popular music Publication Trends: Her recent work explores intersections of youth culture, social normalization processes, and spatial pedagogy through case studies of gangsta rap and digital media interactions. This reflects her broader interest in cultural epistemologies and bodily practices in educational contexts.

Xiaoyong YuanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Machine Learning
• Security and Privacy
• Edge Computing
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Xiaoyong Yuan is an Assistant Professor at the Holcombe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Clemson University, with an adjunct appointment at Michigan Technological University's Computer Science department. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (University of Florida, 2020), M.E. in Computer Engineering (Peking University, 2015), and B.S. in Mathematics (Fudan University, 2012). Research Interests: Machine Learning, Security & Privacy, Edge Computing, Federated Learning, Neural Network Optimization, Privacy-Preserving Algorithms Article Trends: His recent work focuses on secure and efficient machine learning systems, including adversarial defense mechanisms, privacy-preserving federated learning, attention-based models for edge environments, and distributed neural network optimization. Key themes include backdoor attacks in foundation models, collaborative inference privacy, and real-time malware detection. Scientific Awards: ORAU Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award (2022) Michigan Tech ICC Achievement Award (2022) IEEE CIS TETCI Outstanding Paper Award (2025) Advising & Grants: He actively mentors Ph.D. and Master's students while securing over $1.3M in grants, including NSF Medium, Accenture funding, and multiple NSF awards for privacy-preserving on-device intelligence and AIoT research. Labs: His lab moved to Clemson University in 2024, continuing research on trustworthy AI, security education case analyses, and real-time malware detection systems.

• Public Safety
• Risk Analysis
• Organizational Reliability
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Kenneth Arne Pettersen Gould is an Associate Professor in Public Safety at the Faculty of Science and Technology , University of Stavanger, Norway. His research focuses on the intersection of safety, security, and organizational reliability, particularly in critical infrastructure systems like air ambulance services and smart cities. Academic Affiliation: Department of Security, Economics and Planning Email: kenneth.a.pettersen@uis.no His work examines: Organizational contradictions between safety and security Risk dynamics in public procurement processes Resilience engineering in temporary organizations Integration of safety and security in cyber-physical systems Recent publications analyze procurement cycles' impact on critical service reliability, cyber-physical challenges in smart cities, and social attenuation of risk. His research spans theoretical frameworks (e.g., abductive reasoning in safety management) and practical applications (e.g., job safety analysis in construction projects). Key collaborations include: With Tone Njølstad Slotsvik on procurement reliability With Carl Macrae on technological risk With Corinne Bieder on safety-security coupling

• Adolescence
• Socioeconomic differences
• Social Learning
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Simon Ciranka serves as a Research Scientist at the Adaptive Rationality center of the Max Planck Institute for Human Development in Berlin since 2024, following a Salto Fellowship at Institut Nicod, École Normale Supérieure Paris (2023-2024) and postdoctoral research at the same Adaptive Rationality center (2021-2023). His educational trajectory includes a Dr. rer. nat. from Free University Berlin (2021) and doctoral training at the Max Planck UCL Centre for Computational Psychiatry and Ageing Research (2017-2020): PhD: Max Planck UCL Centre for Computational Psychiatry and Ageing Research (2017-2020) Doctorate: Free University Berlin (2021) Dr. Ciranka's research integrates computational modeling with developmental neuroscience to investigate adolescent decision-making under uncertainty. His work examines how socioeconomic status , social learning , and neuronal mechanisms shape risk perception and adaptive behavior. Key contributions include: Quantifying socioeconomic effects on reward valuation Modeling social influence as a double-edged sword in adolescence Linking reinforcement learning asymmetries to transitive reasoning Analyzing environmental statistics in developmental risk-taking His 11 publications (2019-2025) reveal a cohesive research program advancing computational frameworks for adolescent decision science. The work demonstrates increasing methodological sophistication in modeling social-ecological influences on neural decision mechanisms, with recent emphasis on socioeconomic determinants and uncertainty processing. Dr. Ciranka's research has been supported through competitive appointments including the Salto Fellowship and Max Planck Society positions. His collaborative work spans the Max Planck Institute for Human Development and international partners like University College London. As a core member of the Adaptive Rationality Research Team, he contributes to the center's mission of investigating psychological and neural foundations of adaptive decision-making across the lifespan through computational, behavioral, and neuroimaging approaches.

• Translation Studies
• Contemporary British Literature
• Digital Humanities
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Claire Larsonneur is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Paris 8 Vincennes-Saint Denis, specializing in translation studies, contemporary British literature, and digital humanities. Her research focuses on authors like David Mitchell, Ned Beauman, and Ian McEwan, exploring themes such as globalization, posthumanism, and the digital subject. She has led numerous international projects, including the 'Digital Author' initiative and co-organized conferences on machine translation and digital humanities. Active in academic governance, she served on the National Council of Universities and the IATIS Executive Committee. Her teaching spans translation techniques, British literature, and specialized language modules. Notable contributions include publications on neural machine translation ethics, AI's impact on languages, and the evolution of translation practices. She also supervises master's theses and advises on professional translation tools. Education: PhD in English Studies (University of Paris Ouest Nanterre, 1997), former student at École Normale Supérieure (1990–1994). Research: Over 60 publications across journals and edited volumes, including works on David Mitchell’s novels and AI’s role in translation. Grants: Led the Labex H2H-funded 'Digital Subject' project and collaborated with institutions like Ca' Foscari University and Lancaster University.

• Probability and Statistics
• Estimation Theory
• Biostatistics
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Georgios Tzavelas is an Associate Professor in Probability and Statistics at the Department of Statistics and Insurance Science, University of Piraeus. His academic career includes roles in teaching and research since 1994, with expertise in parametric distribution theory, biased sampling models, and statistical inference methods. PhD in Mathematical Statistics (University of Maryland, 1994) MA in Mathematical Statistics (University of Maryland, 1991) Bachelor’s in Mathematics (University of Patras, 1984) Research focuses on estimation theory, characterization problems, environmental statistics, and biostatistics. Notable contributions include work on failure rate functions, factor analysis rotation effects, and size-biased sampling methodologies. His publications span over 35 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Metrika, Journal of Statistical Computation and Simulation, and Biometrical Journal. Awards include Excellence in Teaching (1993) and top academic performance recognition during undergraduate studies. Serves as a referee for multiple statistical journals. Teaching responsibilities include courses on sampling methods, biostatistics, actuarial science, and clinical trials. Research interests bridge statistical theory and applications in health and environmental sciences, with active participation in interdisciplinary collaborations.

• Applied Mathematics
• Numerical and Computational Mathematics
• Biochemistry and Cell Biology
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Dr Philipp Thomas is a Lecturer in Biomathematics at the Department of Mathematics, Imperial College London, within the Faculty of Natural Sciences. He holds affiliations with the Biomathematics Group, Physics of Life group, and Mathematics research staff. He earned his PhD in Applied Mathematics from the University of Edinburgh in 2015 and serves as an associate editor for Scientific Reports . His research focuses on stochastic methods to understand single-cell dynamics and cell-to-cell variability in biological populations. Recent work includes studies on circadian clocks, cancer biology, and parameter inference in biochemical systems. He has received a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship and a Royal Commission for the Exhibition of 1851 Fellowship. His academic contributions span software development (e.g., AgentBasedModeling.jl ), conference organizing (e.g., ECMTB 2022 mini-symposium), and mentorship of PhD students like Alasdair Daniels. His research integrates mathematical modeling, computational tools, and experimental data to address questions in systems biology, cell cycle dynamics, and metabolic heterogeneity. Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics (University of Edinburgh, 2015). Awards: UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship (2024), Royal Commission for Exhibition of 1851 Fellowship (2021). Advising: Mentors PhD student Alasdair Daniels (joined 2023). Labs/Groups: Biomathematics Group, Physics of Life group at Imperial College London.

Mioara JoldesView profile

Professor

• Computer Arithmetic
• Validated Computing
• Computer Algebra
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Mioara Joldes is a Directeur de Recherche (DR) at CNRS working in the ROC team at LAAS-CNRS (Laboratory for Analysis and Architecture of Systems) in Toulouse, France. She has been a permanent CNRS researcher at LAAS since 2013. Her work bridges rigorous mathematical computing with practical aerospace applications, particularly in space surveillance and collision avoidance. She collaborates extensively with French space agencies like CNES and has developed algorithms that have been tested on satellites including the ESOC OPS-SAT CubeSat and embedded in the CNES ASTERIA software. Dr. Joldes received her Ph.D. from École Normale Supérieure de Lyon in 2011. In 2019, she earned her Habilitation from Toulouse III Paul Sabatier University with a dissertation focused on building efficient symbolic-numeric objects, algorithms, and software tools with space-based applications. Her academic journey reflects a strong foundation in mathematical computing translated into practical aerospace solutions. Her research spans three interconnected domains: Computer Arithmetic, where she improves the accuracy and reliability of numerical computations; Symbolic-Numeric Algorithms, developing methods that combine symbolic and numerical approaches for validated computing; and Aerospace Applications, particularly in Space Surveillance and Tracking. Her work enables mathematically rigorous error bounds for computations used in critical aerospace systems, ensuring safety in space operations through validated numerics that provide "sure, yet reasonably tight, error bounds." Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on collision probability computation in space, validated numerical methods for differential equations, and efficient implementations of mathematical functions. She frequently collaborates with Denis Arzelier, Florent Bréhard, and other researchers in developing algorithms that have transitioned from theoretical foundations to practical space applications, with several papers receiving significant recognition in their fields. Distinguished Paper Award at ISSAC 2019 for work on algebraic reconstruction of measures with holonomic density Best Paper Award at ASAP 2020 for efficient FPGA implementation of the Probit function CNRS Bronze medal in 2021 recognizing her research contributions Dr. Joldes leads the PRESTO International Emerging Actions Project on Probabilistic Reliable and Efficient numerics for Stochastically-constrained Trajectory Optimization. Her research has received funding from CNES and other space agencies, supporting technology transfer from theoretical mathematics to operational space systems. She has supervised multiple students working at the intersection of validated computing and aerospace applications, with her methods being implemented in operational systems used by space agencies worldwide. As a key member of the ROC (Robotique et Calcul) team at LAAS-CNRS, she develops critical software tools like CAMPARY (CudA Multiple Precision ARithmetic librarY) and contributes to Sollya, an environment for developing safe floating-point code. Her work on orbital collision probability evaluation has been featured in major publications including CNRS-Le Journal, La Tribune, Les Echos, and L'usine Nouvelle, demonstrating the real-world impact of her research in ensuring safe space operations.