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• Control Systems
• Mechatronics
• Robotics
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Sumeet S. Aphale is a Professor and Academic Line Manager at the School of Engineering, University of Aberdeen, where he also leads the Electrical and Electronic Systems research group. He holds a Personal Chair and is actively involved in research, teaching, and academic leadership. He is the Programme Leader for the MSc in Robotics & Artificial Intelligence and MSc in Industrial Robotics. Education: BEng Electrical Engineering, University of Pune, India (1999), First Class with Distinction MS Electrical Engineering (Robotics and Control), University of Wyoming, USA (2003) PhD Electrical Engineering (Robotics and Control), University of Wyoming, USA (2005) His research focuses on control systems, mechatronics, robotics, nanopositioning, soft robotics, and vibration control. He leads the Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Mechatronic Systems (ARMS) group, emphasizing practical, implementable solutions for complex engineering problems. His work spans applications in MEMS, drill-strings, biomedical systems, and renewable energy. The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong trend in advanced control strategies, including fractional-order, sliding-mode, and AI-based control, applied to nanopositioning, soft actuators, and industrial systems. Key themes include precision enhancement, dynamic modeling, and real-time performance optimization. Scientific Awards: Principal's Excellence Award for Outstanding Postgraduate Research Supervisor (2023) Best Paper Award, AsiaSim (2017) Best Paper Award Finalist, Advanced Intelligent Mechatronics (2008) Tau Beta Pi - Engineering Honors Society (2003) Top 5 UG GPA (1999) Dr. Aphale has supervised numerous PhD students to completion and currently mentors several doctoral candidates in areas such as soft robotics, motor optimization, and unconventional control. He has secured over £2.7M in research funding from EPSRC, SFC, Innovate UK, and international sources, and has led industrial consultancies with BP, Aramco, Aker, and LeapAI. He is actively involved in knowledge exchange through KTP projects and industrial collaborations. He teaches courses in signals, systems, and advanced control engineering and serves as a personal tutor and examination officer. He leads the ARMS research group and collaborates with institutions in Spain, China, India, France, Australia, and the USA. His editorial roles include Associate Editor for IEEE Control Systems Letters and Frontiers in Mechanical Engineering.

Alan WilliamsView profile

Professor

• Health Education
• Online Learning
• Educational Technology
• +7 more

Dr. Alan Williams is an Academic Lead at the University of Derby, specifically within the School of Nursing and Midwifery, part of the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care. He leads the Doctorate in Health and Social Care Practice (DPrac), a fully online professional doctorate attracting global students. With a background as a Registered Nurse since 1988, he transitioned to academia in 2006, previously serving at the University of Nottingham before joining Derby in 2019. Education: Doctorate in Health Sciences, University of Nottingham (2018) PGCHE, University of Nottingham (2009) MSc Health Studies, University of Birmingham (2004) BA Accountancy, Abertay University (1984) Registered Nurse (Adult and Mental Health), 1988 Senior Fellow, Advance HE (2020) His research interests focus on educational technology in health professions, particularly the design and effectiveness of student- and tutor-generated online learning resources, resuscitation education, and the future of digital pedagogy (Education 4.0). His work bridges clinical practice and academic innovation, emphasizing experiential and technology-enhanced learning. His recent publications and conference presentations reveal a strong trend in online learning, especially during and post-pandemic, with themes around virtual collaboration, mental wellbeing of educators, and the transformation of healthcare education through digital tools. His scholarship increasingly explores how digital environments shape learning design and academic resilience. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Travel Bursary from CPRO (2002) Nurse Education in Practice Reviewer of the Month (2018) Alan Williams advises doctoral students through the DPrac programme and has contributed to curriculum development, validation, and quality assurance at national and institutional levels. He has served as an External Examiner at Sheffield, Surrey, and Staffordshire Universities and participated in University of Nottingham’s NMC Approval Panel. He has not explicitly mentioned grant funding, but his involvement in national educational initiatives and conference leadership (e.g., Co-Chair of ALT Conferences) indicates significant scholarly engagement. He is actively involved in professional bodies including the Resuscitation Council UK (Executive Committee member since 2021), Advance HE, Association for Learning Technology, and Royal College of Nursing. His work with the Resuscitation Council UK spans over 25 years as an ALS and paediatric instructor, influencing national training standards and future educators.

Mark OjemeView profile

Senior Lecturer

• International Marketing
• Relationship Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• +12 more

Mark Ojeme is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at De Montfort University (DMU), affiliated with the Leicester Castle Business School. He holds a PhD in Marketing from Northumbria University and has been contributing to higher education since 2013, joining DMU in 2017. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and actively involved in educational leadership, research, and PhD supervision. His educational background includes: PhD in Marketing, Northumbria University MSc in Management BSc in Economics Diploma in Banking and Finance PGCLTHE (Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education) Mark's research focuses on international marketing, digital marketing for SMEs, and relationship marketing, with particular emphasis on cross-cultural dynamics, customer engagement, trust, loyalty, and AI in customer relationships. His work often explores SME-bank relationships in emerging economies, especially Nigeria, analyzing commitment, trust repair, and digital transformation. He advocates for cultural responsive teaching and constructive alignment in pedagogy, aiming to deliver inclusive and transformational education. The recent publications reflect a strong trajectory in B2B relationship marketing, particularly in financial services and SME contexts. His work integrates psychological and sociological constructs such as normative commitment, uncertainty avoidance, and perceived justice into marketing models. There is a clear focus on emerging markets, digitalization challenges, and the human aspects of service relationships, even as automation increases. His professional recognition includes multiple best paper awards at the Academy of Marketing Conference and nominations for teaching excellence. He has also been appointed as a reviewer for journals and conferences. Best Paper Awards at Academy of Marketing Conference (2014, 2015, 2016) Nominated for Student Teaching Choice Award (twice) Nominated for Best Programme Delivery Team Nominated for Society Best President and Best Grant Application at Northumbria University Mark supervises PhD candidates in areas including SME development, digital marketing, and business-bank relations. He has secured research funding from DMU and Northumbria University for conference participation and hosting academic events, including the DMU African Entrepreneurial Conference. He is actively involved in external academic service, serving as an external examiner, program validator, and thesis reviewer for other institutions. He co-chairs the Christian Staff Network (CSN) at DMU and promotes EDI through research and practice.

Martin BotteckView profile

Professor

• Multimedia Systems
• Embedded Systems
• Wireless Communication
• +12 more

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Botteck is a faculty member at South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences, where he leads courses in the Department of Engineering and Economics. He holds a professorship in engineering disciplines, with a focus on multimedia systems and embedded technologies. Education: Dipl.-Ing. and Dr.-Ing. in Electrical Engineering from TU Dortmund Research Interests: Multimedia systems, embedded architectures, digital signal processing, wireless communication, and virtualization Recent Work: Developments in music data analysis frameworks, power modeling for embedded processors, and security through virtualization Publications: Spanning IEEE journals, international conference proceedings, and book chapters His academic contributions include peer-reviewed articles on mobile media search, music classification, and embedded device security. He holds the IEEE Senior Member distinction and has served on program committees for international conferences.

Eric HarrisonView profile

Research Fellow

• Survey Methodology
• Social Inequality
• Societal Wellbeing
• +2 more

Dr. Eric Harrison is a Research Fellow at City St George's, University of London, affiliated with the European Social Survey ERIC since 2006 and serving as Deputy Director since 2014. His career spans roles at the University of Plymouth (Lecturer in Sociology, 1991–2000), Nuffield College, Oxford (D.Phil, 2000–2004), and EU-funded consortiums (2004–2006). He holds a Certificate of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (University of Plymouth, 1994) and an MA in Social and Political Sciences (University of Cambridge, 1985–1988). Research interests focus on social stratification , societal wellbeing , work and occupations , and survey methodology . His work includes cross-national ESeC development, minority ethnic representation in medical research, and attitudinal shifts toward non-traditional family structures using British Social Attitudes datasets. Publications trend toward integrating survey design , labour market dynamics , and policy evaluation . Current roles include External Examiner at UCL (2022–present), Cardiff University (2020–present), and University of Kent (2016–2020). He contributes to editorial boards, including the International Journal of Social Research Methodology , and has advised on EU Framework Programme projects.

Louise PhillipsView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Women's Mental Health
• Perinatal Mental Health
• Gender and Sexualities
• +4 more

Louise Phillips is a Senior Lecturer and Programme Director for BSc and MSc Mental Health Nursing at City, University of London. She has academic affiliations with the School of Health Sciences and collaborates with antenatal and perinatal mental health services in East London. Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) since 1987 BA in European Cultural History (Middlesex University) PhD on body and mental illness (University of Kent, 2006) Postgraduate Diploma in Academic Practice (City University London, 2004) Her research interests focus on women's mental health, particularly perinatal mental health, gender and sexuality in nursing, cultural modernity, and student nurse experiences. She has conducted studies on: Perinatal mental illness and antenatal appointments Student midwives' knowledge of perinatal mental health Comparative studies between Turkish and English nursing students Psychological distress and suicidal behavior across cultures Birth-related PTSD and maternal mental health Scientific contributions include 15 recent articles on topics spanning: Cross-cultural suicide studies Perinatal mental health interventions Nursing education and practice Gender-specific healthcare models Psychometric tool validation Awards and recognitions : Student Voice Award (2013) Student Union Impact Award (2021) Staff Enhancement of Student Experience Award (2021) City University WOW awards finalist (2019) Academic Impact Award finalist (2020) Professional roles include: MSc and PhD supervision Personal tutoring for nursing students Editorial reviewing for Nursing Education in Practice and Journal of Midwifery Clinical activity with Perinatal Mental Health Service

Helen Spicer-CainView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Speech and Language Therapy
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Language Development
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Dr. Helen Spicer-Cain is a Senior Lecturer in Speech and Language Therapy at the School of Health & Psychological Sciences, City, University of London. She also works part-time as an independent speech and language therapist with specialization in preschool and early school-age autistic children. PhD in Language and Communication Development (2019) MA in Academic Practice (2018) MSc in Neuroscience, Language and Communication (2009) BSc in Speech Sciences (2008) Research Focus : Language and communication development in children with familial risk of SLCN Dynamic assessment methodologies for infants Autism and narrative discourse abilities Neurodiversity training initiatives Supporting neurodivergent doctoral students Widening participation in health sciences education Recent Activities : Grant-funded follow-up study (Heather van der Lely Foundation) on longitudinal language skills Programme Director for Introduction to Health Sciences foundation programme (2021-2024) Senior Tutor for Research in Centre for Language and Communication Sciences Research Key Contributions : Developing novel narrative coherence assessment framework (6Cs) Investigating storytelling in autistic adolescents using video-based tasks Advancing inclusive education practices through EDI committee work

• Structural Biology
• NMR Spectroscopy
• Protein Folding/Misfolding
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Associate Professor Kenneth Hun Mok (Trinity College Dublin, Department of Biochemistry) is a structural biologist specializing in protein folding/misfolding, NMR spectroscopy, and bioactive protein-lipid complexes. His research spans cancer biology, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolomics applications. Research Interests: Key areas include: Elucidating HAMLET (Human α-lactalbumin Made Lethal to Tumor cells) mechanisms for cancer therapy Molecular characterization of amyloid fibrils and oligomers in neurodegenerative disorders Development of tumoricidal peptides and peptidomimetics NMR studies of protein folding intermediates Metabolomic profiling for disease biomarkers Scientific Awards: Citation of Merit, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Republic of Korea (2011) ULTRA Programme Advisor, Ministry of Education, South Korea (2009) Chevening Scholarship (2001) KOSEF Postdoctoral Fellowship (1998) NIH National Research Service Award (1987) Research Projects: Led initiatives include: Decoupling pH and Ionic Effect in Protein Super-Concentrates (2012-2016) Anti-obesity peptidomimetic compounds (2009-2010) BioA-Lac: Bioactive protein complexes in milk (2008-2012) Protein folding biophysics (Swedish Research Council funded, 2007-2010) Control of amyloid fibril morphology (ongoing from 2007)

• Neuroimaging
• Neurosurgery
• Brain Tumors
• +7 more

Natalie Voets is an Associate Professor at the FMRIB Centre, part of the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging (WIN) at the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on translational neuroimaging, particularly using MRI to study how brain functional networks and structural pathways adapt to disease, injury, and treatment. She collaborates closely with the Oxford Neuro-Oncology Surgery service, Glioma research group, Epilepsy Surgery Programme, and Oxford Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Research Group, with multidisciplinary ties to the Department of Engineering. Education: MA in Experimental Psychology (University of Oxford, 2002), D.Phil in Neuroimaging (FMRIB Centre, 2005) Professional Roles: Associate Professor, Principal Investigator, and Awake Intraoperative Neurosurgery Technician at OUH NHS Foundation Trust Her research explores brain plasticity in patients undergoing neurosurgery for brain tumours and traumatic brain injury, aiming to identify predictive biomarkers for surgical outcomes and recovery potential. Recent work emphasizes deep learning integration in hippocampus segmentation, clinical fMRI advancements, and longitudinal TBI studies in pediatric populations. She contributes to consensus guidelines like those from the Organization for Human Brain Mapping. Publications highlight her expertise in functional MRI for surgical planning, neural plasticity analysis, and hippocampal network studies, with a focus on bridging imaging innovations to clinical workflows. She has secured funding from prestigious sources such as the Medical Research Council and British Medical Association.

Ratko DjukanovicView profile

Professor

• Asthma
• Respiratory Medicine
• Biomarkers
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Professor Ratko Djukanovic is a leading academic in respiratory medicine at the University of Southampton , where he serves as Professor of Medicine and Head of the Respiratory and Critical Care Theme at the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre . His research focuses on asthma pathobiology, severe viral lung infections, and biomarker discovery using omics technologies . He pioneered bronchial biopsy standardization and developed ex vivo tissue culture models for studying respiratory diseases. Research Networks: Founder of U-BIOPRED (€27M EU-funded program), SHARP Collaboration (29 countries, 340 clinics), and ICAN (International Collaborative Asthma Network) Key Research Areas: Asthma endotyping, interferon-β therapy for viral infections, psychoneuroimmunology in asthma, and corticosteroid resistance mechanisms Industry Partnerships: Co-founder of Synairgen (respiratory therapeutics spin-out), with active collaborations with Novartis, AstraZeneca, and 3-V Biosciences Teaching: Leads the Symposium on Lung Infections and participates in the Academy of Medical Sciences Mentorship Programme

Diana AkhmedjanovaView profile

Associate Professor

• self-regulated learning
• social-regulation of learning
• self-efficacy
• +4 more

Diana Akhmedjanova serves as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Education, Department of Educational Programmes, National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University) in Moscow, where she has been employed since 2022. She also holds the position of Science Editor at the Editorial Office of the 'Issues of Education' Journal. Her educational background includes a PhD from the State University of New York at Albany (2020) and a Master's in Pedagogics from The College of Saint Rose (2012). She has recently completed professional development in Data Analysis in R (2023) and participated in a Summer School on Educational Psychology at the Psychological Institute of the Russian Academy of Education. Dr. Akhmedjanova's research focuses on self-regulated learning , social-regulation of learning , self-efficacy , formative assessment , feedback mechanisms , academic writing , and multilingual writers . Her work bridges theoretical educational psychology with practical applications in Russian and international educational contexts. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on developing and validating measurement tools for educational constructs while exploring the complex relationships between cognitive, metacognitive, and affective factors in learning. Her research output shows consistent productivity with numerous international collaborations, particularly with scholars from the United States. Her work spans multiple educational levels from elementary through university education, with a particular focus on Russian educational contexts. Best Teacher Award (2024) Dr. Akhmedjanova teaches courses including Educational Research Methodology, Metacognitive regulation of teaching, and Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods in Psychology. She has supervised doctoral theses, including one on 'The Relationship Between Children's Academic Failure at Different Ages and Parental Stress.' Her professional development activities include participation in major educational conferences such as the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting and the Yasin (April) International Academic Conference.

Matthias SchwenkglenksView profile

Professor

• Health Economics
• Health Economic Evaluation
• Decision-Analytic Modelling
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Matthias Schwenkglenks is a Professor at the University of Basel and serves as Head of Research at the Institute of Pharmaceutical Medicine (ECPM) and Head of the Medical Economics Unit at the Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute of the University of Zurich. With a dual PhD in Epidemiology (University of Basel, 2006) and an MPH (2002), his work bridges Health Economics , Epidemiology , Biostatistics , and Health Services Research . University of Basel (ECPM) since 2003 University of Zurich (Medical Economics Unit) since 2010 Steering Committee of Postgraduate Public Health Programme (Basel/Bern/Zurich consortium) His research focuses on health economic evaluation , decision-analytic modelling , and multilevel statistical methods . Recent Google Scholar publications highlight his work in: Cost-effectiveness of novel therapies (haemophilia, lung cancer) Clinical trial design innovations (win ratio, patient-reported outcomes) Value-based healthcare frameworks (lung cancer data integration) Risk prediction models (anticoagulation, bleeding in elderly) Pharmaceutical production economics Impact of cardiovascular conditions on productivity Key methodological contributions include: Advancing survival model validation techniques Addressing outcome reporting bias in clinical trials Developing decision support tools for medication reviews Mapping geographic healthcare variations

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neural Networks
• Computer Hardware
• +3 more

Professor Liam McDaid serves as Interim Research Director at Ulster University's School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems (Magee Campus, Derry~Londonderry). His leadership spans computational neuroscience and neuromorphic engineering projects addressing global challenges through the UN Sustainable Development Goals framework. Research focuses on computational neuroscience and neural engineering , with expertise in spiking neural networks, astrocyte modeling, hardware implementations (FPGAs/Networks-on-Chip), and biomedical applications. His work integrates computer hardware with biological systems for fault-tolerant computing and medical diagnostics. Key publications reveal trends in neuromorphic hardware for real-time fault detection (RISC-V systems), medical AI for cardiac/adrenal diagnostics, and event-driven sensing . Research bridges computer engineering with neuroscience to solve healthcare infrastructure challenges. Prize 'Biotechnology' category in Northern Ireland Science Park 25K Award (2011) IgniteNI's global Accelerator Programme (2021) Life and Health Startup Company of the Year 2019 (InventNI) Prize Asthma (2019) Leads major projects including AI-EPOCMON (cardiac diagnostics), Nervous Systems (neural interfaces), and microwave thermal therapy for hypertension. Supervises PhD researchers in neural engineering while directing industry collaborations with healthcare technology focus. Maintains active partnerships across Europe in neuromorphic computing and medical device development. Directs research teams advancing spiking neural networks for hardware security and medical applications, with recent work on adrenal segmentation pipelines and RISC-V watchdog mechanisms. Future initiatives focus on expanding AI-driven point-of-care diagnostics and neuromorphic infrastructure monitoring systems.

Konrad StadlerView profile

Professor

• Wearable Robotics
• Exoskeleton Systems
• Industrial Ergonomics
• +4 more

Prof. Dr. Konrad Stadler serves as Professor and Programme Director for the Master of Science in Engineering Education at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), School of Engineering, Department of Engineering Education. His work bridges academic research with industrial and medical applications of wearable robotics, focusing on exoskeleton systems for physical assistance. Stadler holds a Dr. sc. techn. (1999-2003) and Dipl. El. Ing. ETH (1993-1999), both from ETH Zurich. His educational background in electrical engineering underpins his technical approach to biomechanical systems. His research centers on wearable robotics with dual industrial and medical applications. Stadler investigates soft exoskeletons for reducing physical workload in manufacturing and assisting mobility-impaired individuals through pneumatic actuation, string-based mechanisms, and modular designs. Key focus areas include human-robot interaction modeling, biomechanical load assessment, and real-world validation of assistive systems in both workplace ergonomics and rehabilitation contexts. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals an evolution from rigid industrial exoskeletons (2014-2016) toward soft, modular systems (2017-2020). Early work emphasized upper-limb gravity compensation and workplace ergonomics, while recent research focuses on lower-limb rehabilitation with pneumatic actuation and unsupervised monitoring systems. Common threads include user-exoskeleton interaction modeling, sensor integration for contextual awareness, and feasibility studies for specific mobility impairments, demonstrating consistent translation of engineering principles into practical human-centered solutions. No scientific awards were documented in the provided sources. While no formal PhD/Master's students are listed, Stadler's leadership of multi-institutional projects (Robo-Mate, XoSoft, HumanTech) indicates mentorship of research teams. These projects, likely funded through European and Swiss grants, address industrial exoskeleton development and rehabilitation technology, with emphasis on human-robot interaction and practical implementation. Stadler collaborates within international consortia including European partners in the Robo-Mate project (industrial exoskeletons) and XoSoft initiative (soft modular exoskeletons), working with institutions across Switzerland, Italy, Ireland, and Germany. His teams integrate mechanical engineering, biomechanics, and control systems expertise to develop validated exoskeleton prototypes for real-world deployment.

• Thermal Product Sensing
• Biomedical Engineering
• Gas Turbines
• +4 more

Kam Chana is an Associate Professor of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford , where he serves as the Commercial and Technical Director of the Oxford Turbine Test Facility . He is a Fellow of St Anne’s College and leads interdisciplinary research bridging aerospace engineering and biomedical innovation. His career spans 22 years at the MoD and QinetiQ, where he held leadership roles including Head of Instrumentation & Experimental Programmes and QinetiQ Fellow. Current Roles: Associate Professor, Department of Engineering Science Commercial & Technical Director, Oxford Turbine Test Facility Fellow, St Anne’s College Research Overview: Specializes in turbine heat transfer, gas turbine instrumentation, and machine learning diagnostics Developed Thermal Product Sensor (TPS) for biomedical applications Focus on non-invasive diagnostics and cross-sector technology transfer Recent Publication Trends: 2025: Thermal biosensors for tissue analysis 2024: Machine learning in skin lesion classification 2023-2022: Gas turbine aerodynamics and biomedical sensor validation