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Fiona KouyoumdjianView profile

Associate Professor

• Epidemiology
• Health equity
• Primary health care
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Fiona Kouyoumdjian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at McMaster University, with affiliations to the Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact and ICES (formerly Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences). She serves as Research Director in the Department of Family Medicine and leads a research program focused on the population health status of incarcerated individuals. Her work emphasizes health equity, public health systems, and clinical population medicine integration. Education: Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Brown University Doctor of Medicine (MD), Dalhousie University Master of Public Health (MPH), Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Toronto Research Interests: Fiona’s research addresses health equity challenges faced by incarcerated populations, including substance-related mortality, HIV care access, reproductive health in prisons, and healthcare continuity post-release. She explores intersections of incarceration with mental health, addiction, and systemic inequities, advocating for policy reforms in correctional healthcare systems. Her work bridges clinical practice and population health, focusing on marginalized groups such as Indigenous communities, racialized populations, and those with intellectual disabilities. Key Contributions: Leading the Mortality After Release from Incarceration Consortium (MARIC), a multinational meta-analysis on post-release mortality Advocating for opioid agonist treatment access in correctional facilities Co-authoring evidence-based guidelines for trauma-informed care in prisons Labs/Teams: Active in ICES’ population health research programs and collaborates with the David Braley Primary Care Research Collaborative. Engaged in community-academic partnerships to improve incarceration health equity.

Marianne LegaultView profile

Associate Professor

• Early Modern French Literature
• Lesbian Studies
• Women's Literary Production
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Marianne Legault is an Associate Professor in the Department of French Languages and World Literatures at the University of British Columbia (Faculty of Arts). Her teaching and research focus on early modern French literature , lesbian studies , women’s literary production , and the historical intersections of gender and culture . She is affiliated with the Institute for Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice, contributing to interdisciplinary scholarship through literary analysis. Legault’s research spans feminist theory , queer historical studies , and gendered cultural narratives in early modern European contexts. Her work emphasizes how literary texts reflect and challenge social justice and intersectional identities , particularly through the lens of sexuality and gender in historical frameworks. She teaches courses linked to the Critical Studies in Sexuality program, including seminars on feminist pedagogies , anti-racist methodologies , and representation in global contexts . While specific publications or awards are not listed in the provided text, her academic contributions are evident through her role in shaping curricula and mentoring students in gender and sexuality studies .

H.F. Machiel Van der LoosView profile

Associate Professor

• Rehabilitation Robotics
• Roboethics
• Design Methodology
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H.F. Machiel Van der Loos is an Associate Professor and Associate Head – External at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of British Columbia. He holds a PhD from Stanford University (1992) in human-robot interaction and a Diplôme d'Ingénieur from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). As Director of the CARIS Lab, his research focuses on rehabilitation robotics, roboethics, design methodology, and human-robot interaction in industrial contexts. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and 100 conference papers, and serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Assistive Technology . His teaching includes core design courses such as the Capstone Design Project and cross-disciplinary 'Designing for People' courses spanning Computer Science, Applied Science, and Library Science. Van der Loos organized major conferences including IEEE ICORR 2013 and ICED17 at UBC. His work includes developing assistive technologies like power-assisted wheelchairs, AR interfaces for human-robot collaboration, and rehabilitation robots. The CARIS Lab emphasizes ethical considerations in corporeal robotics and user-centered design principles. Current research projects involve multimodal robot programming through AR, gesture-based interaction, and adaptive wheelchair control systems. His lab has collaborated with industry partners like JDQ Systems Inc. and Tableau to advance practical robotics solutions.

Patrick ReillyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Creativity
• Career Development
• Occupational Dynamics
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Patrick (Pat) Reilly is an Assistant Professor in the Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources Division at the University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business. His research focuses on the social dynamics of occupations, creativity, career development, and communities of practice, with a particular emphasis on cultural production industries like stand-up comedy and television. He employs qualitative methods in his investigations. Reilly holds a B.A. from Emory University, M.A. degrees from New York University and the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), and a Ph.D. in Sociology from UCLA. His work explores themes such as non-standard work arrangements, authenticity in creative industries, and the enforcement of community norms. Recent research highlights include analyzing team composition in television creative processes (2024), examining authenticity and norm enforcement in stand-up comedy (2018), and studying career trajectories in cultural production (2017). His publications bridge organizational theory with sociological perspectives, contributing to understanding labor dynamics in creative sectors. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Teaching responsibilities include courses on negotiations and power & politics in business programs. His research has implications for understanding labor markets, creative industries, and organizational behavior in winner-take-all environments. Reilly's work often intersects with questions of institutional logics, cultural capital, and the socio-economic structures shaping artistic careers. His current projects likely continue exploring these themes through ethnographic and qualitative methodologies.

Rosemary C. BagotView profile

Associate Professor

• Behavioural Neuroscience
• Neuroscience
• Depression
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Rosemary C. Bagot is an Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Behavioural Neurogenomics (Tier II) at McGill University's Department of Psychology. Her research focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms underlying stress susceptibility and resilience in depression using multidisciplinary approaches. She employs techniques such as optogenetics, in vivo calcium imaging, and next-generation sequencing in rodent models to dissect brain circuit dysfunction. Her work integrates behavioral neuroscience with genomics to identify molecular and circuit-level markers of depression vulnerability. Key contributions include uncovering predictive signatures of stress susceptibility in the nucleus accumbens and delineating gene networks mediating resilience. The Bagot Lab at McGill combines electrophysiology, chemogenetics, and advanced imaging to advance translational insights into mood disorders. Awards: Canada Research Chair (CRC) Tier II (Behavioural Neurogenomics) Labs: Bagot Lab (McGill University) Research Themes: Brain plasticity, epigenetic programming, antidepressant mechanisms Dr. Bagot's research bridges basic neuroscience with clinical applications, emphasizing the development of biomarkers and novel therapeutic targets for depression.

Alyssa BaderView profile

Assistant Professor

• Anthropology
• Genomics
• Indigenous Studies
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Alyssa Bader is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at McGill University. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2019). Her research focuses on community-based, collaborative studies using paleogenomics, bioarchaeology, and stable isotope analysis to investigate diet, health, and socio-political dynamics in Indigenous communities of the Northwest Coast of North America. She emphasizes ethical, community-driven research partnerships with Indigenous nations and maintains affiliations with the Sealaska Heritage Institute and the Summer Internship for Indigenous Peoples in Genomics (SING) program. Currently, she is establishing an anthropological genomics lab at McGill dedicated to paleogenomic, contemporary genomic, and bioarchaeological research. Education: Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2019 Research Interests: Dr. Bader’s work centers on integrating ancestral and contemporary Indigenous knowledge systems with genomic and archaeological sciences. She prioritizes decolonizing research practices through co-developed methodologies that empower Indigenous nations in genomic research. Her studies explore the intersection of biological evidence (e.g., isotopic data, DNA) with sociopolitical histories, emphasizing ethical frameworks for working with Indigenous communities and ancestral remains. Awards & Grants: While no specific awards are listed, her contributions to ethical genomics research and community partnerships reflect significant scholarly impact. She has been actively involved in policy development for Indigenous genomic studies through SING and co-authored pivotal papers on research ethics. Advising & Mentorship: As a faculty member in SING, she mentors Indigenous scholars in genomics. Her lab at McGill aims to foster collaborative training environments for students and researchers. Labs & Teams: She is developing a dedicated anthropological genomics lab suite at McGill, focusing on paleogenomic and bioarchaeological research with Indigenous community partnerships.

Sarah Brauner-OttoView profile

Professor

• Demography
• Family Sociology
• Fertility
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Sarah Brauner-Otto is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at McGill University, specializing in global family change and social demography. Her research focuses on the interplay between social context (e.g., schools, labor markets, housing policies) and demographic behaviors like fertility and marriage. She holds a PhD from the University of Michigan (2007). Education: PhD in Sociology, University of Michigan, 2007 Research Interests: Demography, Family Sociology, Fertility Patterns Macro-Micro Linkages in Social Contexts Labor Markets & Child Well-being in Low-Income Settings Housing Policies and Fertility Trends Her recent work investigates how women’s labor force participation in Nepal influences child outcomes and family dynamics, funded by SSHRC and the NIH. She also explores housing policies’ impact on fertility in low-fertility countries. Articles analyze topics like parental religiousness, marital quality, and migration effects on marriage timing. Grants & Awards: SSHRC Grant: 'Women’s Work and Child Wellbeing Across the Life-course' (2019–2024) NIH Grant: 'Female Labor Force Participation and Child Outcomes' (2016–2018) Teaching: Courses include Sociological Inquiry, Population Studies, and Demographic Methods.

• Educational Technology
• Computer Science Education
• Teacher Education
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Mike Carbonaro is a Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Education. He holds multiple advanced degrees including a Ph.D. (Educational Psychology), M.Sc. (Computing Science), and interdisciplinary credentials in Education. His research focuses on educational technology integration, robotics in K-12 education, computational thinking, and interprofessional health sciences education. He pioneered Canada's first university-level course on LEGO robotics for K-12 and contributed to a major simulation-based healthcare training grant. He co-developed the ScriptEase project and collaborated on GRAND initiatives like BELIEVE and HLTHSIM. Education: Ph.D. Educational Psychology, University of Alberta (1997) M.Sc. Computing Science (AI focus), University of Alberta (1993) B.A. Computer Science, York University (1991) M.Ed. Educational Psychology, University of Alberta (1988) B.Ed. Secondary Biological Sciences, University of Alberta (1984) Research Highlights: Dr. Carbonaro's work bridges technology and education across multiple domains. Key areas include: Blended learning models Health sciences interprofessional training Indigenous education technology integration Computational thinking curriculum development He has led projects integrating robotics and digital games into school curricula, and co-developed the Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (ATEP) with Blue Quills First Nations College. Teaching & Leadership: Coordinator for the Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology Teaches courses like EDCT 400 (Lego Robotics) and EDU 210 (Technology in Education) Developed new blended delivery models university-wide Grants & Collaboration: Over $1M in funded projects, including simulation-based healthcare training and interprofessional education initiatives. Collaborations span computing science, health sciences, and Indigenous education sectors. Future Work: Focus on K-12 computational thinking integration, health sciences simulation development, and technology equity in Indigenous education contexts.

Brandon KarchewskiView profile

Teaching Professor

• Computational Geoscience
• Engineering Geology
• Natural Hazards
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Brandon Karchewski is an Associate Head (Undergraduate) and Teaching Professor in the Department of Earth, Energy and Environment at the University of Calgary. He earned his PhD in Civil Engineering from McMaster University and teaches courses including Engineering Geology, Computational Methods, and Natural Disasters. His research program focuses on: Computational methods in geophysics and geomechanics Geoscience education innovation Climate change impacts on frozen soils Inverse modeling applications Karchewski has pioneered virtual field experiences and developed open-source tools for modeling climate impacts on permafrost. His educational research examines metaphor use in geoscience communication and field pedagogy. Recent computational work includes Python-based permafrost modeling and stochastic inversion methods for biogeochemical transport. He leads the geophysics field school program emphasizing team-based learning. Award recognition includes: Geoscience Teaching Award (2019) Best Poster Award for teaching innovation research (2018) Team Teaching Excellence award (2016) Multiple teaching assistant awards

Ariane CantinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aquatic Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Fisheries Management
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Ariane Cantin is an Assistant Professor and Associate Head of Undergraduate Programs in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary. She holds a PhD in Ecology from the University of Calgary (2018), an MSc in Aquatic Ecology from Université du Québec à Montréal (2009), and a BSc from Université de Montréal (2007). Her research program examines aquatic community ecology, conservation biology, and quantitative methods, with emphasis on trout population dynamics, invasive species impacts, and ecosystem management. She teaches courses including Principles of Ecology, Quantitative Biology, and Aquatic Ecosystems. Recent publications focus on conservation assessment techniques for endangered trout populations, threats to salmonids in mountain ecosystems, and habitat-driven population modeling. Her research integrates field studies with advanced statistical approaches to address pressing conservation challenges. Awards include the Faculty of Science Educational Leadership Award (2023) and Teaching Excellence Early Career Award (2022) recognizing innovative pedagogy and curriculum development.

Carolyn BuchwaldView profile

Associate Professor

• Biogeochemistry
• Marine Chemistry
• Geochemistry
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Carolyn Buchwald is an Associate Professor in the Department of Oceanography at Dalhousie University, Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on marine biogeochemistry, particularly nitrogen cycling and stable isotope analysis. She leads the Buchwald Lab, exploring microbial processes and anthropogenic impacts on coastal and open ocean ecosystems. Education: SB in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences (MIT) and PhD in Chemical Oceanography (MIT/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program). She teaches courses including Chemical Oceanography (OCEA3002, OCEA5290) and Honours Research (OCEA4201/4202). Research interests include nitrogen transformation pathways, nitrate/nitrite isotope dynamics, and the role of microbes in nutrient cycling. Her work spans coastal systems to the Arctic and tropical oceans, addressing climate impacts and pollution effects. Publications highlight innovations in isotopic tracing, nitrification processes, and nitrogen loss mechanisms. Collaborations emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, integrating fieldwork, lab experiments, and modeling.

Andrew WenderView profile

Teaching Professor

• Middle Eastern History
• World History
• Religion and Law
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Andrew Wender is a Teaching Professor and Director of the Religion, Culture and Society Program at the University of Victoria. He has been affiliated with the Department of History and the Department of Political Science since 2001, where his work bridges Middle Eastern history, world history, and the intersection of religion and law. His academic credentials include a BA in History from Western Washington University JD from Seattle University School of Law PhD from the University of Victoria (2006) with interdisciplinary focus on religion and secular law. Wender’s research explores Critical approaches to religion and politics in global contexts Comparative political thought Historical trajectories of messianic salvation Quantum theory applications in social sciences Secular-religious binaries in Middle Eastern politics . His publications span interdisciplinary themes, analyzing Ottoman history, Zoroastrian and Jewish messianic traditions, and the impact of political theology on modern conflicts. He has contributed to journals such as PS: Political Science & Politics , Sociology of Islam , and Telos , alongside co-edited works. Scientific and teaching accolades include 2011 Gilian Sherwin Alumni Award for Excellence in Teaching Contributions to critical education frameworks . He has designed courses on Comparative World Revolutions, Western Imperialism in the Middle East, and Religion and Empire, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary education and sociopolitical analysis.

• Vaccinology
• Immunotherapy
• Adjuvant Development
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Dr. George Mutwiri is an Executive Director and Professor at the School of Public Health, University of Saskatchewan. His research focuses on vaccine development, adjuvant mechanisms, mucosal immunology, and innate immune responses in veterinary and human health contexts. He teaches advanced courses like PUBH 806.3 Public Health Biology and VACC 801.3 Vaccinology & Immunotherapeutics. Key research areas include: Development of novel vaccine adjuvants (e.g., PCEP) Immunobiology of Toll-like receptors (TLR9) Vaccine efficacy enhancement via formulation and delivery innovations Innate immune regulation in porcine intestines Recent grants (2014–2024) include NSERC Discovery grants totaling over $315,000 and CIHR funding for Indigenous mentorship programs. His work has led to groundbreaking insights into Zika virus impacts in porcine models and mechanisms of B-cell regulation in ruminants. Collaborative efforts span virology, immunogenetics, and translational vaccinology. Advising and grants highlight interdisciplinary collaboration, with significant contributions to training programs fostering Indigenous academic leadership. His research bridges basic science and clinical applications, addressing critical global health challenges in infectious disease prevention.

Martin ReaneyView profile

Professor

• Food Science
• Bioengineering
• Lipid Chemistry
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Martin Reaney is a Professor and Ministry of Agriculture Strategic Research Program (SRP) Chair in Lipid Quality and Utilization at the University of Saskatchewan's Department of Food and Bioproduct Sciences, within the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. His research focuses on lipid chemistry, sustainable agriculture, and food technology, particularly in biodiesel production, flaxseed bioactives, and novel food products. Key research interests include optimizing lipid quality through refining techniques (e.g., electrostatic field processing, enzymatic degumming), developing functional food ingredients (e.g., aquafaba-based emulsifiers, flaxseed-derived peptides), and enhancing biofuel production. His work bridges agricultural innovation with industrial applications, emphasizing sustainability and nutritional value. Key Projects: Biodiesel optimization, flaxseed lignan extraction, cyanogenic glycoside removal in flaxseed through fermentation, and electrostatic refining of crude oils. Lab/Affiliations: SRP Chair in Lipid Quality & Utilization, affiliated with the University of Saskatchewan's Ministry of Agriculture initiatives. Contact: martin.reaney@usask.ca | 6E02 Agriculture Building. Publications span lipid processing, food safety, and nutraceutical development, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to address global food and energy challenges.

Cristiano PolitowskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Software Engineering
• Video Game Development
• Artificial Intelligence for Software Engineering (AI4SE)
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Cristiano Politowski is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on software engineering for video games, automated testing, AI4SE, and empirical studies. He holds a Ph.D. in Software Engineering from Concordia University (2022), an M.Sc. in Computer Science from Universidade Federal de Santa Maria (2017), and a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Universidade Regional do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul (2014). Prof. Politowski has extensive postdoctoral experience at Université de Montréal (GEODES group) and École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS), focusing on game engine architecture, requirements specification, and certifiable RTOS systems. He has organized workshops like ASE4Games 2021/2022 and FaSE4Games 2024, emphasizing game software engineering. His research interests span video game development challenges, software testing methodologies, and leveraging AI for software engineering. Notable projects include analyzing game engine subsystem coupling, assessing video game balance with autonomous agents, and curating datasets like PlayMyData. Prof. Politowski has secured $20K from MITACS for a 5G infrastructure project during the pandemic and received the Concordia Accelerator Award (2021). His work has been published in venues like MSR, ICSE, and IEEE Transactions.