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Justin ThackerayView profile

Professor

• Genetics
• Molecular Biology
• Developmental Biology
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Justin Thackeray is a Professor of Biology at Clark University, specializing in genetics and molecular biology. He has been on the faculty since 1996 and has held leadership roles including chair of the Biology Department (2015–2018) and committee memberships such as the Undergraduate Academic Board and Planning and Budget Review. His research focuses on growth factor signaling pathways, particularly phospholipase C-gamma (PLC-γ) in Drosophila melanogaster, with implications for cancer biology. He has pioneered the use of CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing and chemical genetic screens to study PLC-γ inhibitors. Dr. Thackeray earned his Ph.D. in Genetics from the University of Leicester (1989), followed by postdoctoral work at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Yale University. He is affiliated with the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Program and the Health, Science & Society program at Clark. His educational initiatives include integrating undergraduates into research through the Genomics Education Partnership and FlyCURE projects, supported by NIH grants. His research interests span developmental mechanisms, cell signaling, and the application of genomics in undergraduate education. Notable contributions include identifying novel PLC-γ mutations and elucidating vesicle trafficking roles in developmental pathways. He has published extensively on Drosophila genetics and pedagogical strategies for STEM education. Awards: NATO Postdoctoral Fellowship (1989) Grants: NIH-funded projects on PLC-γ research Advising: Mentor to numerous undergraduate researchers listed in his publications Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the FlyCURE and Genomics Education Partnership networks

• Aerodynamics
• Gas Turbines
• Finite Element Analysis
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Frank Haselbach is a Visiting Professor at the University of Oxford and currently serves as Senior Vice President - Propulsion Engineering at Airbus. He oversees the integration of propulsion and power systems in Airbus Commercial Aircraft, including APUs, pylons, and nacelles. His role involves design, development, certification, and continuous airworthiness management of propulsion systems. Previously, he held the position of Chief Engineer of Large Engines at Rolls-Royce plc, transitioning to Airbus in 2021. His research interests span aerodynamics, gas turbines, finite element analysis, systems engineering, program management, and manufacturing. He actively collaborates with global teams and partners to advance propulsion strategies and technology. Frank has extensive international experience in aeroengine design and leadership across Europe, Asia, and America. He is affiliated with the Oxford Thermofluids Institute, contributing to interdisciplinary research in thermofluids and propulsion systems. No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided information. He has no documented advisees or students listed here.

• Formal Methods
• Model-Based Testing
• Process Algebra
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Ed Brinksma is a Researcher in the Formal Methods and Tools department at the University of Twente. His work focuses on formal methods, model-based testing, process algebra, and real-time systems verification. He has contributed to foundational research in temporal logic, concurrent systems, and formal verification techniques, with over 148 publications. Brinksma has been actively involved in international conferences and workshops, delivering invited talks on topics like model-based testing and verification methodologies. His research collaborations span theoretical advancements and practical applications in embedded systems, safety-critical systems, and industrial software validation. Key research areas include: formal semantics of concurrent systems, automated test generation frameworks (e.g., Torx), and integration of formal methods with real-time systems. He has edited books and special issues on topics like process algebra and stochastic systems modeling. Brinksma's work bridges theoretical computer science with practical engineering challenges, emphasizing rigorous validation approaches for complex systems. He has supervised 18 academic works and participated in 38 professional activities including keynote lectures at major venues. His research network includes collaborations with institutions globally, particularly in Europe, focusing on probabilistic systems modeling and verification challenges.

Tony DurrView profile

Associate Professor

• Teacher Empowerment
• Educational Psychology
• Educational Technology
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Tony Durr is an Associate Professor in the School of Education, Counseling and Human Development at South Dakota State University. He holds a Ph.D. from Ohio State University's School of Policy and Leadership (2008). With extensive experience as a high school mathematics teacher, his expertise spans educational psychology, educational technology, and teaching methods. His research focuses on teacher empowerment, burnout prevention, and the integration of technology in education. Dr. Durr earned his Ph.D. in Policy and Leadership from The Ohio State University in 2008. His educational background also includes prior work as a high school mathematics teacher, providing practical insights into classroom dynamics and teacher challenges. His research interests are centered on teacher empowerment, including burnout mitigation, teacher motivation, and the impact of technology on pedagogical practices. He also explores educational psychology, the role of community in school culture, and the effectiveness of online learning environments. His work frequently addresses rural education challenges and the implementation of innovative teaching methods to foster student-centered curricula. His publications analyze topics such as teacher burnout during the pandemic, the use of virtual field experiences in teacher training, and the perceptions of rural school leaders regarding AI implementation. He also investigates the effects of online professional learning communities on STEM educators and the long-term impacts of personalized learning reforms on school culture. His research often bridges educational theory and practice, emphasizing actionable strategies for improving teacher well-being and instructional effectiveness. No scientific awards or fellowships are listed in the provided information. No advising students or grants are explicitly mentioned in the available data. Dr. Durr's contributions are primarily through research and teaching. No specific labs or research teams are associated with his profile as described.

Cathy HoltView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Atherosclerosis
• Vascular Biology
• Cardiovascular Disease Mechanisms
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Cathy Holt is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester's Division of Cardiovascular Sciences. Her research focuses on atherosclerosis mechanisms, vascular occlusion, and stem cell therapies for myocardial infarction. She holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield (1989) and a Senior Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy (2015). Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Research Interests: Pathogenesis of atherosclerosis Vascular occlusion post-angioplasty/stenting Genetically modified stem cell therapies Role of transcription factors (c-Myb) and calcium signaling Teaching Roles: Module coordinator for MRes Cardiovascular Sciences Undergraduate lecturer in Cardiovascular Systems and MBChB programs Supervisor of 10+ PhD students and multiple MRes/MPhil candidates Collaborations: Active partnerships with Manchester Metropolitan University, Edge Hill University, and industry collaborators like Biocompatibles PLC. Member of key organizations including the British Cardiovascular Society and European Vascular Biology Organisation.

Charles PringleView profile

Professor

• Mechanical Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
• Materials Science
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Charles Pringle is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology at Central Washington University (CWU). He has 15+ years of experience in engineering, transitioning from private-sector manufacturing roles to academia in 2008. His professional background includes facilities management and technology implementation, complemented by certifications like Lean Bronze (2020) and Professional Engineer (2017). Education: Pringle holds a Master of Science in Engineering Technology (MSET) from CWU (2007). His teaching spans courses like Statics, CAD/CAM Manufacturing, and Lean Manufacturing. He actively contributes to engineering education through research, including JCATI undergraduate projects on carbon fiber recycling and additive manufacturing lab studies. Research focuses on materials science (additive manufacturing, material property analysis), educational methodologies (curriculum design, student outcomes), and industry alignment. Recent publications address topics like visual management in education and the impact of internships on design skills. Professional memberships include ASME, SME, and AFS. Beyond academia, he enjoys Formula 1 racing and camping.

• Organic Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• NMR Spectroscopy
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Professor Adam Le Gresley is a distinguished academic at Kingston University, serving as Director of the Health Education and Society Knowledge Exchange and Research Institute (KERI) and School Director of Research within the School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences in the Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education. His educational background includes: PhD in Organic and Supramolecular Chemistry from the University of Surrey (2004) Postdoctoral work as an NIH Research Fellow at Drexel College of Medicine, USA Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from Kingston University (2009-2010) BSc(Hons) Chemistry with Industrial Placement from the University of Surrey (1996-2000) Professor Le Gresley's research spans organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and NMR spectroscopy applications across multiple domains. He has established a research group focused on fluorogenic compounds for pathogen detection, NMR metabolomics for complex mixture characterization, and applications in food chemistry, skin science, and oral health. His work demonstrates strong translation from fundamental chemistry to practical applications in healthcare and environmental monitoring. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on NMR methodology development, particularly in analyzing lipid oxidation in culinary oils, polymer analysis in environmental samples, and skin chemistry applications. His scholarly recognition includes: Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Professor Le Gresley maintains an active research program with substantial industry funding, currently supervising four researchers (two PostDocs and two PhD students) while leading numerous cross-faculty projects. His lab receives funding from Haleon PLC, BBSRC, and other industrial partners, supporting research in oral health products analysis, formulation characterization, water-soluble polymer environmental impact, and complex formulation gels. He has successfully mentored numerous PhD students to completion, with alumni now working in various research capacities. His research group operates at the intersection of academic research and industrial application, with particular strength in NMR spectroscopy techniques for solving real-world problems in food safety, environmental monitoring, and healthcare product development.

Terrie Hampton-JonesView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Technology
• Teacher Education
• Educational Leadership
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Terrie Hampton-Jones is an Associate Professor and Director of the Teaching Scholars Academy at Campbell University's School of Education. She holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Fayetteville State University and has extensive educational credentials, including certifications in Instructional Technology, Curriculum Instruction, and National Board Certification as a Professional Teacher. Her expertise spans educational technology, teacher preparation, and leadership development. She is a Fulbright Specialist (2023-2026) and recipient of the 2024 Deans Excellence Award. Hampton-Jones' educational journey includes an associate degree in Liberal Arts, a B.S. in Business and Organizational Development (Mount Olive University), an M.A. in Educational Supervision (University of Phoenix), and teacher licensure/certifications from Fayetteville State University and East Carolina University. She teaches technology and education courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, coordinating the Masters in School Administration (MSA) for Adult and Online Programs. Her research focuses on educational technology integration, open educational resources (OER), virtual reality in learning, and professional development for educators. She emphasizes digital literacy, collaborative tools like Google Classroom, and strategies to enhance student engagement through cost-effective methods. Her work includes studies on high school transition programs, edTPA implementation, and leveraging social media for teacher development. Hampton-Jones has contributed to publications such as Our Prayer: Prayers, Liturgies, and Reflections for Campbell University and is an ACUE Belonging completer. Her articles explore tech tools for dissertations, digital notebooks, and the impact of OER/VR in higher education. She leads initiatives like the Teaching Scholars Academy to foster educator excellence.

Arup GhoshView profile

Assistant Professor

• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Networking
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Dr. Arup Ghosh is an Assistant Professor and Department Chair of Math and Computer Science at Graceland University. He holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering from Ajou University (South Korea), an MS in Computer Science from the University of Trento (Italy), and a BTech in Computer Science & Engineering from WBUT University (India). Prior to Graceland, he served as faculty at Vellore Institute of Technology and worked as a Research and Development Engineer at UDMTEK Corporation in South Korea. His teaching and research focus on Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networking, and PLC-controlled manufacturing systems. He has developed specialized tools like MPFDT and FBMTP for fault diagnosis in industrial systems, and contributed to environmental studies involving arsenic analysis using green chemistry approaches. His work bridges theoretical computer science with practical applications in manufacturing automation and environmental monitoring. Education: PhD: Industrial Engineering, Ajou University (South Korea) MS: Computer Science, University of Trento (Italy) BTech: Computer Science & Engineering, WBUT University (India) Key Research Areas: Manufacturing Systems Automation Environmental Data Analysis PLC Control Systems Machine Learning Applications Professional Experience: Faculty Member, Vellore Institute of Technology (India) R&D Engineer, UDMTEK Corporation (South Korea) His interdisciplinary research integrates computational methods with industrial and environmental challenges, emphasizing both theoretical advancements and real-world problem-solving. Current projects include optimizing fault detection in manufacturing systems and developing sustainable water quality analysis techniques.

Mohammad AdwanView profile

Lecturer

• Aviation Management
• Crisis Response
• Employee Behavior
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Mohammad Adwan serves as a Lecturer in Business and Management at the University of Sunderland, teaching quality, risk, aviation, and hospitality subjects while supervising master's projects in international business management, aviation, and hospitality studies. His academic base is the Reg Vardy Centre, where he contributes to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. His teaching portfolio includes aviation safety and security, leadership and project risk management, quality and people management, environmental operations, and hospitality management studies. Adwan supervises master's research in international business management, aviation, and hospitality studies, focusing on practical applications within these sectors. Adwan's research centers on aviation industry crisis response, particularly examining employee behaviors during the Covid-19 pandemic through historical industry analysis. His work investigates management-crew communication dynamics during crises, with emphasis on socio-technical/cultural adaptation and qualitative research methods. Key areas include Crisis and Resilience, TQM in Aviation, and Leadership and Engagement within aviation contexts. With over a decade of professional experience in multinational organizations including Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Rotana Hotel Management Corporation, Royal Jordanian Airlines, Ambassador Theatre Group Limited, and Entain PLC, he brings substantial industry expertise to his academic role. Adwan holds a BA and MBA with distinctions, and is currently completing his PhD at the University of Sunderland, focusing on historical aviation industry analysis and pandemic-era employee behavior.

• Product Design
• Industrial Design
• Creative Education
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Mathew Brown is a Course Leader for the BA (Hons) Product Design program at Ravensbourne University London. With over two decades of experience as an educator and product design practitioner, he holds a BA (Hons) from Ravensbourne (1999), a PGCE from Greenwich University, and an MA in Professional Practice (Design) from Kingston University London. He is currently pursuing Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Formerly taught at the University of East London (UEL) and University for the Creative Arts (UCA) Self-employed design consultant for clients including ASB Architects, Herman Miller, John Lewis PLC, Schneider Electric, and The Conran Shop Exhibited work at 100% Design London and other high-profile trade fairs His professional practice integrates academic leadership with industry expertise in product design and creative education.

Liz Edwards-SmithView profile

Research Fellow

• Organisational Development
• Change Management
• Positive Psychology
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Liz Edwards-Smith serves as a Research Fellow in Stakeholder Engagement at Plymouth Business School within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business at the University of Plymouth. With over 20 years of senior leadership experience spanning Sema Group Plc, Schlumberger, KPMG, and Atos Consulting, she specializes in multi-million pound transformation programs, organizational development, and strengths-based interventions. Her educational credentials include: MSc Psychology from Northumbria University BSc (Hons) Tourism Management from University of Plymouth Graduate Diploma in Law from The College of Law Professional Diploma in Marketing from Chartered Institute of Marketing Edwards-Smith's research integrates positive psychology with organizational change, focusing on how social identity and leadership frameworks enhance workplace wellbeing and team performance. As a qualified executive coach and Master Strengthscope Practitioner, she develops evidence-based interventions for sustainable organizational transformation. Her scholarly output, exemplified by the 2023 European Congress of Psychology presentation, reveals a consistent trajectory in applying identity theory to psychological wellbeing in professional contexts, bridging academic psychology with practical business solutions. Professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute (2017) Graduate Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society (2024) She maintains active external roles on the South West Regional Board for the CMI and SW Branch Committee for the BPS, though no student supervision or grant activities are documented in her current profile.

Prasad Vijaya Sankara PonnapalliView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Control and Automation
• Artificial Neural Networks
• Intelligent Control
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Dr. Prasad Vijaya Sankara Ponnapalli serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Engineering at Manchester Metropolitan University, teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programs with specialization in Control and Automation systems. His academic credentials include: BTech in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from JNTU College of Engineering, Anantapur, India MTech in Control and Instrumentation from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, India PhD from Queen’s University of Belfast, U.K. Research focuses on Adaptive and Intelligent Control systems utilizing Artificial Neural Networks and Genetic Algorithms, with significant contributions to Pattern Recognition and Fault Diagnosis applications. His work bridges industrial automation with biomedical engineering, particularly in wearable health monitoring technologies. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary integration of control theory with real-world medical device applications. Professional recognition includes: National Merit Scholarship from the Government of India Visiting Studentship Award from Queen’s University of Belfast Administrative roles include DELTA Lead and Disability Coordinator within the Department of Engineering. He has supervised postgraduate research in Artificial Neural Networks for control systems, Virtual Instrumentation for real-time applications, and medical image processing diagnostics. Professional affiliations include Life Membership in IEEE and MIET, with proficiency in English, Telugu, and Hindi. His teaching portfolio spans Control Engineering, Industrial Automation (PLC programming, Profibus), Simulation of Dynamic Systems, and Intelligent Systems using Matlab, LabView, and CoDeSys platforms, with postgraduate specialization in Nuclear Control Instrumentation.

Wei ZhangView profile

Lecturer

• Educational Leadership
• Teacher Education
• Social Justice in Education
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Wei Zhang is a Faculty Specialist in the Department of Teaching, Learning and Educational Studies at Western Michigan University. His academic work centers on educational leadership, teacher well-being, and the development of equitable learning communities. He conducts cross-cultural research comparing educational practices in the United States and China, with a focus on social justice, whole person education, and the integration of artificial intelligence in teaching and learning environments. Dr. Zhang's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Education Foundations, Research, Measurement & Evaluation from Western Michigan University MA in Evaluation, Measurement, & Research from Western Michigan University Ed.S. from Grand Valley State University MBA from Ateneo De Manila University MA in Applied Linguistic from De La Salle University BA in Philosophy from Beijing His primary research interests encompass educational leadership, social justice in education, whole person growth, and the application of emerging technologies. He investigates how trust-based learning cultures and Daoist principles can inform personalized pedagogy, particularly in Chinese educational contexts. His work also addresses the challenges of high-stakes testing and the implementation of policies such as China's "Double Reduction" initiative. Recent publications indicate a growing emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches, merging leadership studies with technological innovation and social equity. His research increasingly explores the role of spiritual leadership in teacher well-being and the potential of AI to transform language immersion education. Additionally, he examines how multi-tiered systems of support can foster student growth and school sustainability in diverse educational settings.

Mário SousaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Real-Time Embedded Systems
• Communication Protocols
• Programming Languages
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Mário de Sousa is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Porto, Portugal. He graduated with a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the same institution in 2005. His teaching focuses on Industrial Informatics, Industrial Networks, and Real-Time Embedded Systems. Dr. Sousa's research interests center on real-time embedded systems, communication protocols, and programming languages for industrial applications. He is the original author and maintainer of the Matiec open-source compiler for IEC 61131-3 PLC programming languages. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on edge computing, IoT security, and distributed systems. The research trends indicate emerging interests in Industry 5.0 applications and machine learning approaches for cybersecurity. He has served in significant conference leadership roles including General Chair and Track Chair for the IEEE International Conference on Industrial Informatics (2018, 2019).