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Michael MumaView profile

Professor

• Robust Data Science
• Signal Processing
• Machine Learning
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Michael Muma is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at Technische Universität Darmstadt. His research focuses on robust data science theory and methods applied to signal processing and machine learning in biomedicine and engineering. He leads the ERC Starting Grant ScReeningData project, developing methods for reproducible information discovery in biomedical databases, and is a Principal Investigator in the LOEWE center emergenCITY and BMBF cluster curATime. Prior roles include Independent Junior Research Group Leader (Athene Young Investigator) and Lecturer at TU Darmstadt from 2017 to 2022, and Research Associate (Post-Doc since 2014) from 2009 to 2017. His research interests span robust statistical methods, high-dimensional data analysis, emergency response systems, and biomedical signal processing. Notable projects include FDR-controlled portfolio optimization, ECG delineation algorithms, and radar-based vital sign estimation. Muma has contributed to distributed sensor networks, robust clustering, and sparse regression techniques. His work addresses challenges in multi-source detection, financial data analysis, and genomics through interdisciplinary approaches combining signal processing, machine learning, and robust statistics. Recent publications emphasize scalable solutions for high-dimensional problems, including applications in robotics, cardiology, and financial index tracking.

Noel PaintingView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Construction Project Management
• Energy Retrofit in Historic Buildings
• Event Safety and Crowd Management
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Noel Painting is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton, affiliated with the School of Arch, Tech and Eng Built Environment (BEACON). He holds a BSc in Quantity Surveying (University of Westminster, 1980) and a Grad Dip in Architecture (London South Bank University, 1988). With over 35 years of professional experience in construction, civil engineering, and local authority roles, his work bridges academic research and industry practice. His research focuses on construction project management, energy retrofit strategies for traditional listed dwellings, and safety management in large-scale events. Notable areas include building energy simulation for heritage structures, risk mitigation in crowd safety, and BIM-based construction engineering. He has contributed to international projects in Africa, Europe, and Asia, emphasizing sustainable development and cultural preservation. Painting's teaching spans contract management, design configuration, and procurement. He co-led the Design Block Week project (2009–2010), improving architectural technology education through immersive learning environments. He also consults for Festival Republic and Live Nation on event safety logistics. His 35+ peer-reviewed publications emphasize energy efficiency in historic buildings, crowd dynamics, and construction project management. Key collaborations include work with researchers Menconi and Piroozfar on retrofit validation strategies and energy performance baselines for 19th-century dwellings.

• Soil Erosion
• Hydrology
• Land Degradation
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Jesús Rodrigo Comino is a researcher affiliated with the Department of Geography at the Universitat de València, Spain. He is a member of the SEDER (Soil Erosion Rates and Runoff Generation) research group, focusing on geomorphological processes, soil erosion, and sustainable land management in Mediterranean and arid environments. He holds two doctoral degrees: one from the Universidad de Málaga (2018) and another from the Universitat Politècnica de València (2023), both centered on soil erosion in vineyards and topographic monitoring. His research interests span soil erosion , hydrological processes , land degradation , climate change impacts , and nature-based solutions for sustainable agriculture and urban resilience. He actively employs geospatial technologies, including GIS and remote sensing, and conducts field experiments such as rainfall simulations to assess soil erodibility and conservation strategies. His interdisciplinary work integrates environmental, agricultural, and urban systems, with a strong emphasis on Mediterranean and global dryland regions. The analysis of his recent publications (2022–2025) reveals a consistent focus on environmental sustainability, with recurring themes in soil quality assessment , urban resilience to extreme weather , erosion control in vineyards , and participatory land management . His work often bridges scientific research with practical applications in land use planning, agricultural policy, and disaster risk reduction. He has contributed to numerous scientific journals and has been involved in teaching applied geospatial tools and land management. His academic contributions include methodological developments such as the improved stock unearthing method (ISUM) and the integration of UAVs for rapid geomorphological mapping. Doctorate, Universidad de Málaga (2018) Doctorate, Universitat Politècnica de València (2023)

• Natural Capital Assessment
• Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems
• Ecosystem Restoration
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Dr. Paul Carnell is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Science at RMIT University, specializing in natural capital assessment and ecosystem restoration. His research focuses on quantifying ecosystem services in marine and freshwater environments, particularly kelp forests, saltmarshes, and wetlands, using UN frameworks like the SEEA. He leads projects applying novel methods for ecosystem valuation and restoration, emphasizing practical applications in coastal management. Key Roles: Leading research on ecosystem accounting, advising government and NGOs on coastal restoration, and teaching environmental science courses. Research Interests: Blue carbon dynamics, biodiversity valuation, climate mitigation through restoration, and policy integration. His work bridges scientific research with real-world impact, including partnerships with organizations to implement restoration projects and policy frameworks. Recent publications highlight advancements in carbon sequestration quantification, permit streamlining for restoration, and the economic benefits of marine ecosystems. Dr. Carnell's articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining ecological data with economic modeling to demonstrate ecosystem services' value. He collaborates internationally, contributing to global blue carbon initiatives and regional policy development.

Norman T. SheehanView profile

Professor

• Strategy Formulation
• Performance Measurement
• Corporate Governance
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Dr. Norman T. Sheehan is a Professor of Accounting at the Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan. He specializes in strategy formulation, performance measurement, governance, and risk management. With a PhD from the Norwegian School of Management (BI), he holds professional designations including FCPA, FCMA, CGA, and ICD.D. His teaching focuses on courses like COMM 438 (Management Planning and Control) and MPAcc 832 (Strategy and Governance). His research explores ESG integration, corporate governance in the #MeToo era, and balanced scorecard applications. He received the Provost’s Award for Outstanding College Teaching (2011) and Master Teacher recognition (2013). His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical tools, emphasizing experiential learning through case studies and simulations. Key contributions include frameworks for ESG performance diagnostics, board oversight models, and risk-based strategy execution methodologies. Dr. Sheehan’s articles span over two decades, addressing topics from reputation-driven competitive advantage (2010) to modern ESG advocacy (2024). He actively develops teaching cases on governance, strategy simulation, and ethical decision-making, integrating design thinking and animation tools for pedagogical innovation.

ISHIWATARI MikioView profile

Visiting Professor

• Disaster Risk Management
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Flood Risk Management
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ISHIWATARI Mikio is a Visiting Professor at the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Frontier Sciences and Senior Advisor at JICA, specializing in disaster management, climate change adaptation, and water resources governance. He holds a Doctorate in International Studies from the University of Tokyo (2010) and has extensive experience in government, international organizations (World Bank, Asian Development Bank), and academia. Education: Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Waseda University (1986) Master's in Urban Engineering, University of Tokyo (1988) Doctorate in International Studies, University of Tokyo (2010) Research Interests: Focuses on disaster risk reduction, flood management, climate adaptation, and inclusive governance. Key areas include gender-responsive disaster response, socio-cultural factors in water management, and financial mechanisms for disaster resilience. Recent Trends in Articles: Recent work emphasizes climate resilience strategies, institutional coordination in disaster management, and leveraging technology (e.g., drones) for disaster response. He also explores comparative analyses of flood protection investments and policy frameworks across Asia and Japan. Awards: International Activities Encouragement Award (Japan Society of Civil Engineers, 2013) Outstanding Author Contributions Award (2013) Grants and Projects: Led studies on disaster financing in Asia, managed retreat strategies, and climate fragility risks. Engaged in cross-sectoral collaborations with NGOs, governments, and international bodies like UNDRR and the World Bank. Labs/Teams: Active in the Japan Water Forum, and collaborates with global networks like the Asian Development Bank and UN agencies to translate research into policy and practice.

Richard MilburnView profile

Lecturer

• Environmental Security
• Climate Change
• Illegal Wildlife Trade
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Dr Richard Milburn MBE is a Lecturer in Environmental Security at King's College London's Department of War Studies, part of the School of Security Studies. His research focuses on the intersection of armed conflict, environmental degradation, and security, particularly addressing illegal wildlife trade, biodiversity loss, and military sustainability. He holds a PhD from King's College London, examining wildlife conservation's links to security and development in the Democratic Republic of Congo. PhD: Department of War Studies, King's College London His work combines academic research with practical initiatives. He co-founded Tunza Games, leveraging gamification to promote environmental education and fund conservation efforts, and represents the UK for the Pole Pole Foundation, a Congolese conservation charity. He leads the Marjan Research Group's 'war-first' approach analyzing how environmental protection impacts security in conflict zones. Milburn is also part of the Environmental Security Research Group and Latin American Security Research Group at King's, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between security experts and environmental scholars. His recent publications address NATO's climate response strategies and military greening, reflecting his focus on operationalizing environmental security policies. Awards: MBE (2023), Earthshot Prize Finalist (2023) He advocates for urgent climate action through systemic strategies, including scaling clean energy and institutionalizing environmental considerations in military and development policies. His teaching and research emphasize actionable solutions to bridge theoretical insights with real-world conservation and security challenges.

Bo HanView profile

Professor

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Hydraulic Structure Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
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Bo Han is a Professor of Geotechnical Engineering and Vice Dean at the School of Civil Engineering, Shandong University. He specializes in hydraulic structure engineering and geotechnical engineering, with a focus on seismic response, soil-structure interaction, and dam safety. His research utilizes advanced numerical modeling and field testing, including KiK-net seismic data analysis. PhD (2014), Imperial College London MSc (2010), Hehai University BSc (2008), Hehai University His recent work examines: Interfacial erosion mechanisms in earth dams Multi-directional site response during earthquakes Composite reinforcement for rockfill dams Wave propagation in saturated soils He has published extensively in journals like Geotechnique and Computers and Geotechnics . His research bridges computational methods with real-world infrastructure safety assessments.

Çağla ŞEKERCİ DAMCIView profile

Lecturer

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Civil Engineering
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Dr. Lecturer Çağla ŞEKERCİ DAMCI is affiliated with Doğuş University's Vocational School, Department of Civil Engineering Technology, since 2025. She previously served as a Research Assistant at the same university (2017-2025). Her academic journey includes a PhD in Civil Engineering (2024), Master's (2018), and Bachelor's (2014) degrees from Istanbul University. PhD: Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences (2024) Master's: Istanbul University Institute of Science (2018) Bachelor's: Istanbul University Faculty of Engineering (2014) Her research focuses on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and seismic risk mitigation. She has contributed to studies on historical structures' dynamic characteristics, shake table calibration, tuned liquid column dampers, and post-earthquake damage analysis in Turkey, including the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquakes. Her work integrates image processing techniques in structural analysis and low-cost seismic simulation devices. Recent publications examine pounding between adjacent buildings, seismic performance of shear frames, and calibration methods for shake tables. Articles are published in high-impact journals like Natural Hazards , Experimental Techniques , and Journal of Building Engineering , often in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Scientific contributions include grants from TÜBİTAK 1002-C and Istanbul University's Scientific Research Projects Coordination Unit. She teaches foundational courses in construction technology, computer applications in civil engineering, and steel structures.

• Architectural Conservation
• Climate Change Impact on Cultural Heritage
• Disaster Risk Management
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Banu GÖKMEN is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture at Trakya University's Faculty of Architecture, where she has held academic positions since 2018 (as Instructor) and advanced to her current rank in 2024. She obtained her PhD in Survey-Restoration from Yıldız Technical University (2022) and a Master's in Restoration from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University (2011). She is concurrently pursuing a second bachelor's degree in Philosophy at Istanbul University. Her research focuses on climate change impacts on cultural heritage , sustainable conservation , and disaster risk management , with specialized interests in flood vulnerability modeling, earthen architecture preservation, and Ottoman heritage. She integrates biomimicry principles and cultural route strategies into conservation policies. GÖKMEN leads significant projects including an EU-funded 'Risk Reduction Guide for Climate Disasters in Turkish Cultural Heritage Sites' and directs Trakya University's Social Responsibility Application and Research Center. She serves as Editorial Board Member for KAPU/Thrace Architecture and Design Magazine and has organized international workshops on Ottoman cultural heritage. Key administrative roles include: Center Director, Social Responsibility Application and Research Center (2024–present) Deputy Director, Ottoman Civilization Studies Center (2020–2024) Editorial Board Member, KAPU Magazine (2021–present) Accreditation Commission Member (2019–present) She teaches courses spanning Traditional Turkish Wooden Architecture , Restoration Techniques , and Diploma Project Supervision , emphasizing practical conservation skills and contemporary material applications.

• Fire Ecology
• Climate Change
• Ecosystem Dynamics
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Jennifer Balch is an Associate Professor of Geography at the University of Colorado Boulder and Director of the Environmental Data Science Innovation & Inclusion Lab (ESIIL) at the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES). Her research focuses on global fire regimes, climate change impacts, and interactions between human activities and ecosystem dynamics. She actively contributes to environmental data science education through programs like the Earth Data Science Corps. Research Interests Dr. Balch investigates: Fire's role in the Earth system Fire-climate feedback loops Invasive grass-fire cycle dynamics Anthropogenic fire regime shifts Carbon cycle disruptions Wildfire risk to human settlements Recent Publication Trends Her 2022-2025 publications emphasize: Accelerated wildfire growth rates linked to climate change Indigenous data governance in environmental science Machine learning for fire prediction and vegetation mapping Sentinel satellite applications in forest monitoring Human-driven fire expansion in wildland-urban interfaces Climate-driven fire behavior modeling Scientific Recognition 2022: Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher Collaborative Efforts Dr. Balch leads: ESIIL - a national environmental data science center Earth Lab at CIRES Interdisciplinary teams developing fire growth algorithms She advocates for climate-adapted building codes and has been featured in major media outlets discussing wildfire risk management.

Daniel Vélez OrtizView profile

Associate Professor

• Mental Health Services for Older Adults
• Latino Gerontology
• Immigration and Ethnic Identity
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Daniel Vélez Ortiz serves as an Associate Professor and Affiliated Faculty at Michigan State University's School of Social Work within the College of Social Science. Based in 118 Baker Hall, his research and teaching focus on mental health services for older adults, particularly within Latino communities, addressing critical intersections of immigration status, racial/ethnic identity, and healthcare system integration. His work consistently centers on vulnerable elderly populations through culturally responsive frameworks. Dr. Vélez Ortiz's primary research domains include gerontological mental health services, Latino aging studies, immigration impacts on healthcare access, systems of care integration, organizational dynamics in health settings, health technology applications, and higher education diversity initiatives. His scholarship emphasizes cultural competence and systemic approaches to addressing health disparities among minority elders, with particular attention to Puerto Rican communities. Recent publications demonstrate deep engagement with dementia care across Asian and Latino populations, disaster resilience following Hurricane Maria, and transformative diversity, equity, and inclusion program development in academic institutions. Analysis of his 2020-2025 publications reveals three dominant thematic trajectories: 1) Cultural determinants of dementia care among minority elders, 2) Post-disaster mental health and resilience in displaced Puerto Rican families, and 3) Structural approaches to embedding DEI principles in university systems. His methodological range spans community-based participatory research, qualitative disaster studies, health literacy interventions, and policy analyses of elder financial abuse, consistently highlighting discrimination's role in health outcomes. While specific grant details remain unreported in available sources, Dr. Vélez Ortiz has actively mentored undergraduate social work students through faculty-mentored research experiences, as evidenced by publications on BASW research mentorship outcomes. His community engagement extends to initiatives like the 'LATINOS 2025' Southeast Michigan needs assessment and Michigan dementia caregiver outreach programs, demonstrating commitment to translating research into community impact.

Yiling DengView profile

Associate Professor

• Insurance
• Risk Management
• Financial Economics
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Yiling Deng is an Associate Professor of Insurance & Risk Management at the College of Business, University of Central Arkansas. Her research spans insurance markets, financial economics, and risk management practices, with additional interests in environmental economics and policy analysis. Research Interests: Dr. Deng specializes in insurance industry dynamics, tort reform economics, and organizational learning in post-crisis environments. Her work also explores timber insurance mechanisms, landowner decision-making, and corporate financial strategies in sectors like oil and gas. Selected Publications (2015-2025): Her recent work analyzes government guarantees in insurance, household portfolio impacts on life insurance demand, and ESG ratings in energy sector capital structures. Earlier studies focus on catastrophe risk, tort reform drivers, and forest management economics.

Rui Pedro ÂngeloView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

• Occupational Health Psychology
• Disaster Psychology
• Stress and Well-being
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Rui Pedro Ângelo serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Psychology, University of Lisbon, specializing in occupational health within high-stress emergency contexts. His research bridges psychological theory with practical interventions for firefighters and disaster response personnel. Education: Bachelor in Psychology Master in Stress and Wellness European PhD in Psychology (Lisbon University) with doctoral thesis Portuguese Firefighters Occupational Health Psychology Research Focus: Dr. Ângelo pioneers Positive Occupational Health Psychology frameworks for stress resilience in adverse contexts , with signature contributions to Disaster Psychology and Psychological Resilience models. His work applies the Job Demands-Resources theory to develop mental health interventions specifically for emergency services, examining how organizational structures impact firefighter well-being during crisis response. Publication Trends: Recent work (2020-2023) demonstrates increasing focus on pandemic crisis communication, multilevel organizational analysis of burnout, and leadership processes in firefighting. His research consistently connects psychosocial support systems with operational effectiveness in disasters, with 70% of recent publications addressing Portuguese emergency services. Scientific Recognition: Municipal Merit Medal from Cascais City Council (2023) for disaster response contributions Protection and Relief Merit Medal (copper grade) from National Emergency Authority (2021) Peer reviewer for ISI-indexed occupational psychology journals Professional Impact: Dr. Ângelo co-authored Portugal's national health guidelines for firefighters' wellness and pandemic crisis communication protocols. His government collaborations with the General Directorate of Health demonstrate applied research translation into national emergency policies, particularly regarding forest fire psychosocial support systems and coronavirus risk communication frameworks.

Raphael De VittorisView profile

Associate Professor

• Crisis Management
• Risk Management
• Organizational Behavior
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Raphael De Vittoris is Associate Professor in Management Sciences at Clermont School of Business, Université Clermont Auvergne. With over 15 years of crisis & risk management experience in multinational corporations, he focuses on crisis management learning, cognitive biases in decision-making, and organizational resilience. His research bridges practical crisis cell insights with academic theory, examining psychological contracts in consumer-brand relationships and serious games' role in crisis preparedness. Education PhD in Management Sciences (2020), Université Le Havre Normandie Master's in Extreme Environment Physiology Master's in Business Administration Master's in Occupational Health & Safety Research Themes His work explores antifragility (Taleb's theory application), cognitive bias impacts on crisis decisions, and psychological contract violations during brand scandals. He analyzes serious games' effectiveness in crisis training sequences and organizational responses to global crises like pandemics and industrial disasters. Advising & Methodology While not explicitly listing advisees, his research involves qualitative crisis simulations with multinational corporations. He employs autoethnographic methods and serious game frameworks for organizational learning.