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Qian LouView profile

Assistant Professor

University of Central FloridaUnited States

Qian Lou serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Central Florida and is an active member of the university's Cybersecurity and Privacy Cluster. His research program targets critical challenges in deep learning systems, specifically enhancing efficiency, privacy, and security for applications in computer vision and natural language processing. His academic foundation includes: Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from Indiana University, Bloomington M.S. in Computer Engineering from Indiana University Bloomington B.S. in Computer Science from Shandong University Lou's research spans deep learning methodologies with specialized focus on computer vision and natural language processing systems. His work integrates cybersecurity principles into machine learning architectures, particularly through privacy-preserving techniques and secure computational frameworks. This interdisciplinary approach bridges computer systems architecture with practical AI deployment challenges, emphasizing efficiency optimizations for resource-constrained environments. His scholarly recognition includes: 2018 AAMAS Best Paper Finalist 2016 AAMAS Best Demonstration Paper Finalist University of Southern California Merit Fellowship Professionally, Lou contributes extensively to the academic ecosystem through program committee service and peer review activities for leading conferences and journals in artificial intelligence and computer science. His industry experience at Samsung Research AI Center informs his applied research perspective and technology transfer approach. Within UCF's Cybersecurity and Privacy Cluster, Lou collaborates on cross-disciplinary initiatives addressing real-world security vulnerabilities in AI systems, working alongside researchers from engineering, data science, and policy domains to develop robust computational frameworks.

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Akshaya JhaView profile

Associate Professor

Carnegie Mellon UniversityQatar

Akshaya Jha is an Associate Professor of Economics and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy , as well as a Faculty Research Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) . His work combines economic modeling with causal inference to analyze energy and environmental policy impacts on electricity markets. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Stanford University B.S. in Economics and Statistics, Carnegie Mellon University Research Interests span energy economics , environmental economics , industrial organization , and public policy , focusing on quantifying economic and environmental trade-offs in electricity supply policies. Recent work includes financial trading in California’s electricity market, Germany’s nuclear phase-out, rooftop solar growth in Western Australia, and electricity blackout determinants in India. Scientific Contributions appear in American Economic Review , Management Science , and PNAS . Article trends reveal expertise in regulatory distortions , market design , environmental externalities , and policy communication . Scientific Awards: Hicks-Tinbergen Award (best paper in Journal of the European Economic Association ) Heinz College Martcia Wade Teaching Award (2023) USAEE Young Professional Research Award (2021)

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Narelle LemonView profile

Professor

University of South AustraliaAustralia

Narelle Lemon is a Professor of Education and Vice Chancellor’s Professorial Research Fellow at Edith Cowan University , affiliated with the School of Education . She previously served as Associate Dean (Education) at Swinburne University of Technology. Her research areas include: Wellbeing literacy for educators and students Creative research methods (poetry, visual narratives) Digital literacy in academic contexts Pedagogy of Belonging framework Positive psychology applications Recent publications focus on: Self-care practices during pandemic Time as a wellbeing resource Academic collaboration through creative methods Teacher resilience and institutional care Notable awards: 2021 Citizenship Award (Swinburne) 2020 AUUT National Teaching Citation 2018 VC Team Award for Diversity & Inclusion Multiple early/mid-career research recognitions She supervises PhD students in topics like: Autistic student voice in education Academic staff capabilities in Communities of Practice Gender equity in decision-making Connect via email , ORCID , or @rellypops on social media. Her podcast Teachers Supporting Teachers is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify .

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Ercan YükselView profile

Professor

Istanbul Technical UniversityTurkey

Prof. Dr. Ercan Yüksel is a full Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU), College of Engineering. He has been a faculty member at ITU since 1990, progressing from Assistant Professor to Professor in 2017. His research focuses on earthquake engineering, structural dynamics, and numerical modeling, with applications in seismic design, energy dissipation, and structural health monitoring. PhD, Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University MS, Structural Engineering (with thesis), Istanbul Technical University BS, Civil Engineering, Istanbul Technical University His research interests are centered on earthquake engineering , particularly seismic input energy analysis , energy dissipation systems , reinforced and precast concrete structures , and seismic isolation . He actively investigates the dynamic behavior of structures under earthquake loads and develops innovative solutions for improving structural resilience. His work integrates advanced numerical modeling with experimental validation. Recent publications (2023–2025) highlight a strong focus on energy-based seismic design, performance of mechanical couplers, damping systems for high-voltage insulators, and fatigue behavior of railway tracks. These works are closely tied to real-world seismic events like the 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake, demonstrating applied and impactful research. His scientific recognition includes: Notable Work Award, Turkish Academy of Sciences (TÜBA), 2012 Golden Beam Award, Turkish Prefabricated Association, 2011 Prof. Yüksel is an active Principal Investigator on multiple research projects funded by ITU’s BAP program, covering topics such as smart sleepers for railway monitoring, novel seismic input energy spectra, and earthquake isolation for racking systems. He has supervised numerous theses and is involved in professional organizations including UNESCO-IPRED and the Turkish Earthquake Foundation. He leads research on structural health monitoring of ballasted railway lines using smart sleeper technology and is developing earthquake isolation systems for industrial storage racks. His lab integrates experimental testing with numerical simulation to validate new structural components under cyclic and biaxial loading.

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Mari CaballeroView profile

Associate Professor

Emporia State UniversityUnited States

Dr. Mari (Wheeler Flake) Caballero is an Associate Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University , specializing in Elementary Education, Early Childhood, and Special Education. She serves as Program Lead for Special Education and contributes to summer leadership programs for middle and secondary education. Education: Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with emphasis on Mathematics Education (University of Kansas) Master’s in Special Education (University of Kansas) Bachelor’s in Elementary Education (Valparaiso University) Research Interests focus on the development of pre-service elementary teachers, particularly their pedagogical strategies for teaching mathematics and analyzing student comprehension. Her work bridges curriculum design with inclusive education practices. Professional Background includes teaching 4th grade and special education in Raytown, Missouri; instructor roles in teacher education at the University of Kansas; and supervision of elementary student teachers.

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Montserrat Castelló BadiaView profile

Professor

University Ramon LlullSpain

Montse Castelló Badia is a Full Professor at the Blanquerna School of Psychology, Education and Sports Sciences (Universitat Ramon Llull), leading the Psychology and Speech Therapy Department. She serves as Principal Investigator (PI) of the SINTE research group (Seminari Interuniversitari sobre Identitat i Noves Trajectòries Educatives) and collaborates in multiple interdisciplinary projects focusing on academic and non-academic career pathways. Her research interests center on academic writing practices, professional trajectories of researchers, and educational policy analysis. Key themes include PhD holders' transition to non-academic careers, workplace wellbeing, and legislative frameworks impacting higher education systems, particularly in Spain and Latin America. Recent work explores burnout and engagement dynamics among PhD professionals in non-academic sectors, leveraging mixed-methods approaches. Her publications analyze disciplinary variations in career outcomes and propose pedagogical interventions for ethical AI use in academic writing. Castelló Badia has secured 24+ research grants since 2003, including national (Ministerio de Ciencia) and institutional projects. She co-leads initiatives investigating employers' perceptions of PhD candidates and publishes extensively in indexed journals like Higher Education and Studies in Higher Education . Her work is anchored in the SINTE research group, fostering collaborations across universities to address evolving educational trajectories and identity formation in academic contexts.

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Matthew JonesView profile

Senior Lecturer

Swinburne University of TechnologyAustralia

Dr. Matthew Jones is a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Swinburne University of Technology’s School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education. With a career spanning institutions in the UK and Australia, Matthew’s research bridges interdisciplinary domains including policing, sociology, law, and organizational studies. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, emphasizing evidence-informed pedagogy and curriculum innovation. Affiliation: Swinburne University of Technology (2022–Present) Previous Roles: The Open University (2017–2022), Northumbria University (2014–2017), Cardiff Metropolitan University (2013–2014). Research Themes: Matthew’s work focuses on three core areas: Policing: Police visibility, digital strategies, occupational culture, diversity, and leadership. LGBTQI+ Criminology: Workplace discrimination, hate crimes, community-police relations, and victimology. Digital Criminology: Technology’s role in policing, crime prevention, and digital victim support systems. Publications: His 15 most recent articles highlight evolving trends in digital policing, police visibility, academic standards in policing education, and LGBTQI+ workplace experiences. These works span qualitative studies, policy analysis, and interdisciplinary collaborations, reflecting his commitment to visual criminology and semiotics. Scientific Awards: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2022) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2013) Professional Activities: Matthew served as Chair (2019–2022) and Board Member (2013–2019) of the British Society of Criminology’s Policing Network. He led curriculum development for police apprenticeships (2017–2019) and contributed to the first UK Subject Benchmark Statement for Policing (2022). He supervises PhD students on topics like community policing, child maltreatment resilience, and crime drama narratives. Education: He holds an LLB in Law, an MSc in Social Science Research Methods, a PhD in Socio-Legal Studies, a PGCert in Higher Education pedagogy, and an MBA in Leadership Practice.

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Toshiaki AdachiView profile

Professor

Nagoya Institute of Technology (NIT)Japan

Toshiaki Adachi serves as Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Nagoya University's Graduate School of Engineering, with research centered on differential geometry and dynamical systems on complex manifolds. His work bridges theoretical mathematics with geometric structures relevant to computer science applications. Education: Doctor of Science, Nagoya University (1987) Master of Science, Nagoya University (1981) Research Focus: Adachi specializes in trajectories, magnetic flows, and circular motions within complex geometries including projective and hyperbolic spaces. His investigations span characteristic magnetic focal values on Kaehler manifolds, extrinsic circular trajectories on real hypersurfaces, and structural properties of Kaehler graphs. This research reveals fundamental connections between geometric configurations and dynamical behaviors in high-dimensional spaces. Publication Trends: Recent works (2022-2024) demonstrate consistent advancement in geometric trajectory analysis, with emphasis on type (A) real hypersurfaces in complex space forms. His publications increasingly integrate tensor/Cartesian product structures in graph theory with classical differential geometry, showing evolving methodological sophistication while maintaining core focus on magnetic flow dynamics. Awards: No specific scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Professional Activities: Adachi actively contributes to academic discourse through international conference presentations across Europe and Asia, and serves in leadership capacity within the Mathematical Society of Japan. His editorial work on World Scientific publications since 2011 has significantly shaped contemporary differential geometry literature. Research Infrastructure: While no dedicated laboratory is specified, Adachi leads the Center for Research and Development in Higher Engineering-Education, directing institutional initiatives in engineering pedagogy and curriculum development.

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Chiara MIOView profile

Professor

Ca' Foscari University of VeniceItaly

Chiara MIO is a Full Professor at the Department of Management, Venice School of Management, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. She holds a prominent academic and leadership role, serving as Director of the Sustainability Laboratory and Director of the Master's Degree in Sustainability (MA.So.). She is also a member of the teaching staff in the PhD program in Science and Management of Climate Change at the same university. Her research focuses on sustainability, corporate governance, integrated reporting, social and environmental accountability, management control systems, and performance measurement in both private and public sectors. She has led multiple master's programs and served on university committees related to teaching and sustainability. Prof. MIO is highly engaged internationally, having served as Chair of the ESG Reporting Task Force at Accountancy Europe and currently serving on the IFAC Board and EFRAG Sustainability Reporting TEG. She has also contributed to European Commission expert groups and sustainability policy development. She has received significant recognition, including the Premio Donna di Eccellenza from AIDDA Friuli Venezia Giulia in 2017. Corporate Reporting Sustainability and Climate Change Management Integrated and Social Reporting Management Control Systems Performance Measurement Corporate Governance Her professional experience is extensive, including board memberships in major Italian companies such as Banco BPM, OVS, Aquafil, and Sofidel. She previously served as President of Crédit Agricole FriulAdria and held advisory roles in sustainability for Benetton Group and Atlantia. She has also held public office as an Assessor in Pordenone and contributed to national and regional sustainability policy. She is actively involved in editorial and scientific committees of journals such as Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management , Social and Environmental Accountability Journal , and International Journal of Environmental Protection and Policy , and is affiliated with academic associations including AIDEA, AAA, and SIDREA.

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Panagiotis ZervopoulosView profile

Associate Professor

University of PiraeusGreece

Panagiotis Zervopoulos is an Associate Professor at the Department of Business Organization and Administration within the School of Economics, Business and International Studies at the University of Piraeus. Previously, he served as Associate Professor and Director of the PhD Program in Business Administration at the School of Business Administration of the University of Sharjah in the UAE. His research interests focus on operations research, efficiency and performance measurements, optimization methods, and econometrics. Specifically, he specializes in developing new data envelopment analysis (DEA) techniques, Bayesian methods, parametric and non-parametric econometric models, with innovative applications across multiple disciplines. His methodological contributions have been applied in diverse fields including supply chain management, financial systems, environmental efficiency, and corporate governance. Zervopoulos has published extensively in top-tier journals such as European Journal of Operational Research, Journal of the Operational Research Society, Annals of Operations Research, Journal of Financial Stability, and Journal of Cleaner Production. His recent work (2023-2024) demonstrates continued innovation in efficiency measurement techniques, particularly in network DEA models with bias correction, environmental efficiency analysis, and systemic risk measurement. His publications show strong international collaboration patterns, frequently working with researchers from different countries and institutions. He has served as Guest Editor for journals including Socio-Economic Planning Sciences and IMA Journal of Management Mathematics, demonstrating recognition of his expertise by the academic community. Zervopoulos has held research fellowships at prestigious institutions worldwide, including Peking University (China), the London School of Economics (United Kingdom), the Academy of Athens (Greece), and the Foundation for Economic and Industrial Research (Greece). He also participates in the World Economic Survey and the Economic Expert Group of the Ifo Institute (Germany). Professionally, he has served as Senior Consultant Modeling Statistician at IRi Worldwide and as Project Manager and Expert in Quantitative Analysis and Public Sector Reform through technical support projects with the European Public Law Agency.

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Christopher HerringView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

University of ArizonaUnited States

Christopher Herring serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor and Assistant Administrator for the UA Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Program at the University of Arizona, where he is also a member of the Graduate Faculty. His educational qualifications include: DNP in Nursing, Duke University, 2018 M.S.N. in Nurse Anesthesia, University of North Carolina, 2005 B.S.N. in Nursing, University of North Carolina, 1993 Dr. Herring's primary research and professional interests encompass Nurse Anesthesia, Critical Care Nursing, and Global Health. He has dedicated significant effort to international medical missions, leading surgical teams to the Dominican Republic since 2012. His scholarly project at Duke University focused on developing a virtual orientation program to enhance global health and cultural competence among volunteer international health team members. In his advisory role, Dr. Herring mentors students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice program, particularly in clinical anesthesia practice. His experience in diverse clinical settings, including the U.S. Air Force, organ sharing networks, and rural hospitals, enriches his teaching. He actively leads surgical mission teams to the Dominican Republic, providing critical care services and fostering cross-cultural healthcare education.

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Anna Villarroya PlanasView profile

Professor

University of BarcelonaSpain

Anna Villarroya Planas is a Professor at the Universitat de Barcelona, serving as Director of the Research Center for Information, Communication and Culture. She holds a law degree and economics degree from the Universitat de Barcelona, and a PhD in Public Sector Economics from the same institution. Affiliated with both the Faculty of Information and Audiovisual Media and the Department of Economics, she has been teaching courses related to cultural economics and cultural policies since 1993. Her research focuses on digital culture and content, with special emphasis on open access to science and economic studies on culture, particularly examining gender perspectives in cultural sectors. She serves as President of the European Association of Cultural Researchers and coordinates the Interuniversity Doctoral Program in Gender Studies: Cultures, Societies and Policies. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2024) reveals a strong focus on gender equality in cultural sectors, particularly examining gender discrimination in the performing arts, LGBTQ perspectives in information studies, and cultural policies with gender perspectives. Her work spans multiple disciplines including cultural economics, gender studies, library science, and policy analysis, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches to understanding cultural production, consumption, and policy implementation. She has participated in numerous research projects funded by public entities including the World Bank, Council of Europe, ERICarts, Organization of Ibero-American States, Spanish Ministry of Culture, Catalan Department of Culture, and Barcelona Provincial Council, as well as private foundations like "la Caixa" Banking Foundation, Carulla Foundation, and Alternativas Foundation. Since 2006, she has authored the report on cultural policy in Spain included in the Compendium of Cultural Policies and Trends, and since 2017 has been a member of the Council of the Association of the Compendium of Cultural Policies and Trends. Her leadership extends to directing research projects focused on gender perspectives in information and media studies, including the GEMPIMS (Gender Perspective Mentoring Program in Information & Media Studies) initiative at the University of Barcelona.

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Harald TauchmannView profile

Professor

University of Erlangen–NurembergGermany

Prof. Dr. Harald Tauchmann is a Professor of Health Economics at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU), where he has held a faculty position since 2013. He is affiliated with the School of Business, Economics and Social Sciences, specifically within the Department of Economics. Prof. Tauchmann also participates in multiple research focus areas at FAU, including 'Insurance and Risk' and 'Work in Transition,' demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach to health economics. Prof. Tauchmann received his education at Heidelberg University and the University of Manchester, UK, where he studied economics, political science, and sociology. He graduated in 1998 and completed his doctorate at the Interdisciplinary Institute for Environmental Economics (University of Heidelberg) in 2003. Prior to joining FAU, he worked as a research associate at the Rhineland-Westphalian Institute for Economic Research (RWI) in Essen from 2003 to 2012 and headed a junior research group at the health economics research center CINCH at the University of Duisburg-Essen. His research expertise lies in empirical health economics, with a particular emphasis on health insurance choice and competition, as well as individual health behavior. He has made significant contributions to understanding obesity, health shocks, mental health care payment systems, and thyroid diagnostics through his extensive publication record. His methodological work includes developing specialized Stata modules for econometric analysis, which have been widely adopted by researchers in the field. Prof. Tauchmann's scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on applying rigorous econometric methods to pressing health policy questions. His research portfolio shows particular strength in causal analysis of health behavior, especially regarding obesity interventions, health insurance market dynamics, and the economic consequences of health shocks. His recent publications (including several forthcoming in 2025) indicate continued scholarly productivity and relevance to current health policy debates. From March 2021 to April 2022, Prof. Tauchmann served as chairman of the German Society for Health Economics, highlighting his leadership and recognition within the national health economics community. His email contact is harald.tauchmann@fau.de for professional inquiries.

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Jesse J. HeltonView profile

Associate Professor

Saint Louis UniversityUnited States

Jesse J. Helton, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at Saint Louis University, where he has been since 2014. His research focuses on child maltreatment, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), food insecurity, and disability, with notable work published in JAMA Pediatrics , Child Maltreatment , and Preventative Medicine . He holds editorial roles at the Child Maltreatment journal and serves on the Prevention Committee of the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children. Dr. Helton’s community partnerships address child abuse prevention, food security, and family violence mitigation in collaboration with statewide and local organizations. Education: Ph.D. in Social Work, University of Illinois; M.A. in Social Work, University of New Hampshire. Research Interests: Dr. Helton’s work explores intersections between childhood trauma, socioeconomic factors, and health outcomes. Key themes include the impact of food insecurity on caregiver-child dynamics, disparities in ACEs among marginalized groups, and policy interventions to reduce maltreatment. His studies often employ mixed-methods approaches, combining quantitative data analysis with qualitative insights from affected communities. Awards: Recipient of the 2020 Association of Jesuit Colleges Leadership Institute award, 2018 Outstanding Young Alumni from Eureka College, and a 2014 Innovative Teaching Fellowship from SLU’s Reinert Center. Teaching: Courses include Principles of Statistics and Data Analysis , Research Methods for Diverse Societies , and Science of Helping . He emphasizes evidence-based practices and culturally responsive pedagogy. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across universities and NGOs, focusing on translational research to inform child welfare policies and community programs.

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Nicholas BrakeView profile

Associate Professor

Lamar UniversityUnited States

Dr. Nicholas Brake is an Associate Professor at Lamar University's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, focusing on reclaimed materials, wireless power transfer applications in concrete, and fatigue fracture modeling for pavements. His research spans recycled concrete aggregate, coal ash utilization, and electromagnetic cementitious composites. Education: Ph.D., M.S., B.S. in Civil Engineering from Michigan State University Awards: Anita Riddle Fellowship (2018), Lamar Merit Award (2018), Presidential Faculty Fellowship (2015), and multiple scholarships during his studies. His research emphasizes three key areas: 1) Material reclamation using recycled concrete aggregate, coal combustion residuals, and EAF slag. 2) Electromagnetic transport properties for wireless vehicle charging applications. 3) Fatigue damage modeling in concrete pavements. Through 3D printing integration and design-build-test pedagogy, he enhances student learning outcomes. Recent publications focus on international engineering education (2020), magnetic concrete composites (2019), and advanced testing methodologies for civil infrastructure (2018). His teaching innovation includes developing nine Lamar University courses with active learning strategies that improved student design confidence (p Scientific Awards: Anita Riddle Excellence in Teaching Fellowship (2018) Presidential Faculty Fellowship for Teaching Innovation (2015) Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award at Michigan State (2011) Dr. Brake mentors undergraduate and graduate researchers, including doctoral candidates Mahdi Feizbahr and Hossein Hariri Asli (2023-2024). His lab (LUMS) houses advanced testing systems like Instron 5965/8803, MTS Insight 100SL, and thermal analyzers for material characterization.

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