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Samuel BestView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sound Design
• Music for Visual Media
• Electronic Music Production
• +7 more

Samuel Best is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronic Production and Design at Berklee College of Music, Massachusetts. He is actively engaged in both academic instruction and professional creative work in music and sound design for visual media. Bachelor of Arts (BA), Electronic Production & Design, Berklee College of Music, 2022 Artist Diploma (AD), Contemporary Classical Music Performance, Escola Artística de Música do Conservatório Nacional, Portugal, 2015 Samuel Best specializes in music and sound for picture, with a strong focus on film, television, commercials, and short films. His work bridges artistic expression and technical precision in electronic music production and audio post-production. He has contributed to major streaming platform projects and international film festivals, demonstrating expertise across diverse media formats. His creative portfolio reflects consistent engagement with sound design and composition for visual storytelling, particularly in high-profile series like Severance S2 and films such as Killer Heat and My Spy: The Eternal City . Collaborations with renowned figures like Chris Lane and institutions like Sony Innovation Studios and Bleeding Fingers highlight his integration into top-tier industry networks. Although no formal scientific awards are listed, his professional recognition is evident through project placements and client testimonials. Sam Best mentors emerging creators through his academic role and collaborative projects. He has worked closely with directors and producers on films like Susie and Simone , offering sound supervision, design, and composition services. While no formal grant information is available, his client-based work with organizations such as Iberdrola Portugal and Dunkin’ indicates funded creative commissions. He is affiliated with the Electronic Production and Design (EPD) program at Berklee, a hub for innovation in music technology and production, where he contributes to curriculum delivery and student development.

Dale L. GoodenView profile

Lecturer

• Health Administration
• Business Administration
• Clinical Information Systems
• +7 more

Dale L. Gooden, also known as Dr. D, is an award-winning educator and subject matter expert specializing in health administration, business administration, clinical information systems, health law, and ethics. He teaches across multiple MBA programs with concentrations in healthcare administration, strategic leadership, project management, and entrepreneurship, focusing on practical, career-oriented education for adult learners. Education: Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Services Management – University of La Verne, 2011 Doctor of Health Sciences (DHSc) in Fundamentals of Education – A.T. Still University of Osteopathic Medicine, 2017 Executive Juris Doctorate (EJD) – Purdue University Global Law School, 2021 Dr. Gooden's research and teaching interests center on interdisciplinary health leadership, integrating business principles with healthcare delivery and ethical governance. His educational philosophy emphasizes empathy, real-world application, and academic rigor, particularly in APA-compliant research and peer-reviewed scholarship. As a non-traditional learner who began college in his thirties, he brings personal experience to supporting diverse, working adult students. His professional background includes senior consulting roles at Infosys, LabCorp, Humana, Community Health Systems, and Kaiser Permanente, where he contributed to digital transformation and healthcare operations. These experiences enrich his instructional approach with practical insights into the healthcare and life sciences industries. Scientific Awards: Award-winning educator Dr. Gooden is actively involved in mentoring students and enhancing academic writing skills, particularly in integrating peer-reviewed sources and APA standards. Though no formal grants or research labs are mentioned, his interdisciplinary expertise supports a holistic approach to health administration education. He advocates for performance-based competence, emphasizing that academic credentials must translate into real-world job performance.

Diana Angoso de GuzmánView profile

Associate Professor

• Contemporary Art
• New Materialisms
• Material Anthropology
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Diana Angoso de Guzmán is an Associate Professor at Nebrija University in the School of Communication and Arts, Department of Aesthetics and Theory of the Arts. She also holds an academic position at the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), where she is a researcher in the SU+MA (Museum + University) group. Her work bridges contemporary art history, material theory, and cultural anthropology, with a focus on the philosophical and symbolic dimensions of artistic materials. PhD in Contemporary Art History, Complutense University of Madrid (cum laude) Diploma in Conservation-Restoration, Istituto per l'Arte e il Restauro, Florence Her research centers on new materialisms, material agency, heritage conservation, and the cultural meanings of materials—especially gold—in contemporary art. She explores how artists engage with materiality as a performative and political force, drawing from theorists such as Rosi Braidotti, Timothy Ingold, and Jane Bennett. Her interdisciplinary approach includes philosophy, anthropology, and art market studies. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on materiality, value, and embodiment in art. She investigates how materials like gold transcend mere aesthetic function to become active agents in socio-political discourse, particularly in relation to economic systems, identity, and ecological thought. Her work often examines the intersection of myth, science fiction, and posthumanism in visual culture, reflecting a deep engagement with contemporary theoretical debates. First Prize for Innovative Research and Presentation Delivery, Case Western Reserve University Friends of Art (2013) Diana Angoso de Guzmán is actively involved in academic mentoring and pedagogical innovation, particularly through experiential learning models such as student-led curatorial projects. She has directed the Master’s in Art Market and Art Management at Nebrija University and continues to supervise academic theses and collaborative research. She has also participated in EU-funded projects such as 'Innovation Strategies in Cultural Mythocriticism AGLAYA-UCM.' Her research is disseminated through peer-reviewed journals, edited volumes, exhibition catalogs, and international conferences, demonstrating a sustained and influential scholarly presence in the field of contemporary art history. She is affiliated with the ETCC Nebrija Research Group on Transversal Studies in Contemporary Creation and contributes to interdisciplinary dialogues on art, conservation, and cultural theory.

• Digital Transformation
• Organizational Agility
• Dynamic Capabilities
• +6 more

Janek Richter is an Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Digital Transformation at NEOMA Business School. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Cologne and previously worked at the Cologne Institute for Information Systems (CIIS) as a postdoctoral research fellow. His research explores digital transformation, organizational agility, dynamic capabilities, managerial cognition, and service-orientation. Ph.D. in Information Systems, University of Cologne Former postdoctoral fellow at Cologne Institute for Information Systems (CIIS) Dr. Richter's research spans organizational responses to digital technologies, including studies on AI identity threats, agile implementation challenges, and knowledge management mechanisms. His work has been published in premier journals like European Journal of Information Systems and presented at leading conferences such as International Conference on Information Systems (ICIS) and Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences (HICSS). He serves as Associate Editor for conference tracks on "Innovative Research Methods" and "Digital Transformation." His teaching portfolio includes managing digital technologies, sustainable digital innovation, and IT project management. At NEOMA, he contributes to research initiatives in digital responses to crises and experimental information systems.

• Management Information Systems
• Business Process Management
• Data Governance
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António Trigo is an Assistant Professor at ISCTE-IUL (University Institute of Lisbon) and an Integrated Researcher at ISTAR-Iscte, where he contributes to the Information Systems research group. He is affiliated with the Department of Information Science and Technology (ISTA), focusing on the intersection of technology and organizational management. His academic and professional activities span research, teaching, and leadership in information systems. Research Interests: His primary research areas include Management Information Systems, Business Process Management, IT Governance, Data Governance, Software Development, and Project Management. He investigates how organizations adopt and manage information technologies, with recent work on DevOps, low-code platforms, AI fairness, and digital transformation in education. His interdisciplinary approach integrates computer science, engineering, and management perspectives. Publication Trends: From 2022 to 2025, his research has been published in journals such as Sustainability , Journal of Open Innovation , and IT Professional , reflecting a strong focus on practical applications of information systems in business and society. Topics include digital transformation, AI ethics, project success, and data privacy, indicating a trajectory toward responsible and efficient technology deployment. Scientific Engagement: He serves on the editorial boards of several journals, including: International Journal of Information Systems and Project Management (Editor since 2015) International Journal of Human Capital and Information Technology Professionals (Editorial Team since 2020) International Journal of Smart Education and Urban Society (Editorial Team since 2017) He is also a frequent member of scientific committees for international conferences such as EMCIS, ARTIIS, and IBIMA. Teaching and Guidance: He has supervised 50 master’s dissertations and co-supervised 30, demonstrating a strong commitment to graduate education. He has held leadership roles in the Master’s program in Information Systems Management, including Director and Year Coordinator roles (2025–2027). He has also authored three editions of a textbook on programming with C#. Research Projects: He is involved in the InCITIES project, funded by the European Commission under Horizon Europe, which focuses on inclusive, sustainable, and resilient urban development through digital innovation and knowledge sharing among European universities.

Melina R. KibbeView profile

Professor

• Vascular Surgery
• Biotechnology
• Translational Medicine
• +5 more

Melina R. Kibbe, MD, is the James Carroll Flippin Professor of Medical Science, Dean of the University of Virginia School of Medicine, and Chief Health Affairs Officer at UVA Health. She holds joint appointments in Surgery and Biomedical Engineering. Her research focuses on vascular disease therapies, nanomedicine, and promoting sex inclusivity in biomedical research. Dr. Kibbe leads the Kibbe-Tsihlis Lab and is co-founder/CMO of VesselTek BioMedical, developing vascular medical devices. Education: MD from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine (1994), B.S. Biology (1990). Surgical training includes residencies at University of Pittsburgh (General Surgery) and Northwestern University (Vascular Surgery). Research Interests: Developing novel therapies for vascular diseases such as peripheral artery disease and abdominal aortic aneurysms. Key areas include nanofiber drug delivery systems, targeted therapies, and sex-based research design. She has over 10 patents and pioneered early nanomedicine approaches for atherosclerosis. Leadership & Awards: Member of the National Academy of Medicine (2016), recipient of the Presidential Early Career Award (2009), and Editor-in-Chief of JAMA Surgery . Advocates for gender equity in clinical trials and surgical leadership roles. Grants: NIH, DoD, VA-funded projects totaling over $10M Labs: Kibbe-Tsihlis Lab (UVA), translational nanomedicine initiatives Professional Roles: Past-president of Association for Academic Surgery and Midwestern Vascular Surgical Society Her work bridges clinical practice, academic research, and industry innovation, emphasizing patient-centered translational science.

• Materials Science
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Thermal Analysis
• +10 more

Ramón Pedro Artiaga Díaz is a Professor in the Department of Naval and Industrial Engineering at the University of A Coruña, Spain. He belongs to the Knowledge Area of Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering and leads research in thermal and rheological properties of materials. He teaches across diverse programs including Industrial Technology Engineering, Nanoscience, Podiatry, and Fashion Industry Management, with a strong emphasis on materials, polymers, composites, and sustainable technologies. University: University of A Coruña School: College of Engineering Department: Department of Naval and Industrial Engineering Research Group: Propiedades térmicas y reológicas de materiales His research focuses on thermal analysis, kinetics, polymer science, composite materials, and rheology, with applications in sustainable fashion, biomedical engineering, and industrial materials. He uses advanced characterization techniques to study curing processes, degradation, and mechanical behavior of complex materials. His recent publications span high-impact journals such as Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry , Advanced Materials , and Nature Communications , showing consistent output in thermal characterization, nanocomposites, bioactive scaffolds, and sustainable materials. The research trends highlight interdisciplinary work combining materials science with environmental and medical applications. Thermal and rheological characterization of polymers and composites Development of sustainable and recyclable materials Applications in biomedical engineering and orthopedics Innovation in textile and fashion technologies Kinetic modeling of curing and degradation processes Industrial collaboration with companies like INDITEX Ramón Artiaga Díaz has supervised numerous final-year projects and master’s theses, demonstrating active engagement in student mentorship. He has secured funding from national (Ministerio de Ciencia, Innovación y Universidades) and international (CNRS) agencies, as well as industry contracts (INDITEX, S.A.), supporting extensive R&D activities. He is involved in multiple research projects focusing on complex materials, thermal analysis, and sustainable technologies. His work bridges fundamental science with industrial applications, particularly in textiles and advanced manufacturing.

S. Patrick WaltonView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomolecular Engineering
• Nucleic Acid Biotechnology
• RNA Interference
• +3 more

S. Patrick Walton is the C. Robert and Kathryn M. Weir Endowed Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at Michigan State University (MSU), serving as Associate Dean for Academic Programs in the College of Engineering. He holds affiliations with Biomedical Engineering and Materials Science and Engineering programs. Walton earned a B.ChE. from Georgia Institute of Technology (1994), followed by M.S. and Sc.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering from MIT (2000 and 2002). His postdoctoral work at Stanford University focused on RNA delivery technologies. His research spans biomolecular engineering, nucleic acid biotechnology, and engineering education. Notable contributions include RNA interference mechanisms, MOF-based drug delivery systems, and studies on student motivation in engineering education. He has secured grants from NIH and NSF for projects like exomere isolation for RNA delivery and cancer cell migration mechanisms. Walton has received multiple teaching awards including the MSU Lilly Fellowship and College of Engineering Withrow Award. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining biochemical engineering with educational research to address challenges in both biomedical applications and STEM pedagogy.

Abel MorenoView profile

Professor

• Management Science
• Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA)
• Computer Information Systems
• +7 more

Abel Moreno, Ph.D., is the Chair of the Department of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics at Metropolitan State University of Denver. His research focuses on management science, data envelopment analysis (DEA), information systems education, and quantitative methods for business pedagogy. Doctorate: Engineering (Industrial Engineering and Management), North Dakota State University (1990) Master's: Industrial Engineering and Management, North Dakota State University (1988) Bachelor's: Industrial and Systems Engineering, Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (1981) His recent scholarly work applies DEA to academic program evaluation, cybersecurity certificate selection, and healthcare facility optimization. He has published extensively in journals like the Indian Journal of Economics and Business and Information Systems Education Journal , with recurring interests in business analytics, AI, and educational technology. Moreno's publications span from 2000 to 2024, emphasizing DEA as a tool for efficiency analysis in business, healthcare, and product development. Key themes include quantitative decision-making, educational software evaluation, and cross-cultural business dynamics. Contact: morenoa@msudenver.edu

• Cardiology
• Digital Health
• Implementation Science
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Dr Sabine Allida is a Research Fellow (Implementation Science) at the Centre for Chronic & Complex Care Research (Blacktown Hospital, Western Sydney Local Health District) and the School of Nursing at the University of Wollongong. She also holds an Honorary Fellow position at The George Institute for Global Health and is a Conjoint Lecturer at UNSW Sydney. Cardiology & Stroke Prevention Digital Health Innovations Implementation Science Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Community Health Heart Failure Management Her research program focuses on co-designing culturally tailored digital interventions to prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke in CALD communities, including projects like INFORM-AF II (funded by Stroke Foundation) and a UOW Advancement & Equity Grant. She specializes in complex evidence synthesis and has led Cochrane reviews cited in international clinical guidelines. Recent publications highlight her work in digital health applications, clinical service organisation, and social determinants of cardiovascular outcomes. Awards include the Dean's Merit List for Academic Excellence and Three Minute Thesis People's Choice Award . Supervises PhD students in projects related to digital self-management tools, atrial fibrillation interventions, and frailty management.

David HelpapView profile

Associate Professor

• State and Local Government
• Public Management and Budgeting
• Public Policy
• +3 more

David Helpap serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Public and Environmental Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, housed within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. He teaches core courses including Public Policy Analysis, State and Local Government, Public and Nonprofit Budgeting, and Introduction to Public Administration. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee M.A. in Political Science, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee B.S. in Political Science, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Dr. Helpap's research centers on state and local governance with specialized expertise in rural government operations. His work examines budgeting practices, public goods provision, and management challenges in small municipalities, while extending to broader themes of intergovernmental relations, urban politics, and public policy formation. This multidimensional approach bridges theoretical frameworks with practical administrative challenges across diverse community contexts. His publication trajectory (2012-2025) reveals consistent scholarly engagement with local government functionality, particularly rural municipal systems. Key thematic clusters include budgetary decision-making processes, fiscal health assessment methodologies, and the professional administrator's role in service delivery. These works, featured in premier journals like State and Local Government Review and Public Administration Quarterly, demonstrate methodological rigor through comparative institutional analysis and policy implementation studies. Professional Activities: Regular contributor to Public Administration Quarterly Active researcher in rural governance challenges Curriculum developer for public administration programs Dr. Helpap maintains active scholarly engagement through ongoing research projects examining municipal fiscal practices and intergovernmental coordination mechanisms, with particular attention to resource-constrained communities.

Ezekiel ChinyioView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Construction Management
• Procurement
• Risk Management
• +8 more

Dr. Ezekiel Chinyio is a Senior Lecturer in Construction Management at the University of Wolverhampton , affiliated with the School of Architecture and Built Environment within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. With over three decades of experience across four higher education institutions globally, his expertise spans procurement, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and construction pedagogy. BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying MSc Construction Management PhD PG Cert Ed Dr. Chinyio’s research focuses on stakeholder and risk issues , transaction costs , public-private partnerships , psychology in construction , and stress management . His work integrates behavioral science with construction management, addressing cognitive biases, environmental behaviors, and organizational dynamics. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary trends spanning occupational health , behavioral economics , sustainable construction , and ICT integration . Key themes include stress management frameworks, cognitive heuristics in decision-making, and vocational training systems in the construction sector. Professional affiliations include corporate membership in the Chartered Institute of Building and Quantity Surveyors International . Industry experience includes client-side quantity surveying on infrastructure projects, covering contract administration and valuation.

• Wireless Networks
• Multimedia Communications
• Video Transcoding
• +5 more

Antonio Garrido del Solo is a Professor in the Department of Computer Systems at the School of Computer Engineering, University of Castilla-La Mancha (UCLM). He has been affiliated with UCLM since 1986, becoming a Catedrático (Full Professor) in the area of Computer Architecture and Technology (ATC) in 2003. He served as Director of the School of Engineering at UCLM (2000-2008), Director of the Information Technology section at the Regional Development Institute (IDR) of UCLM (1996-2000), and Deputy Director of the Informatics Department at UCLM (1993). Professor Garrido earned his Licentiate in Physical Sciences from the University of Granada in 1986 and his Doctorate from the University of Valencia in 1991. Since 1993, he has been the co-founder of the High-Performance Networks and Architectures (RAAP) research group at UCLM, which currently includes 23 doctors. His academic leadership includes heading the Computer Architecture and Technology area from 2008 to 2021. His research interests span wireless networks, multimedia communications, video transcoding, software-defined networking, edge computing, and energy efficiency in networks. Professor Garrido has focused on digital image processing, broadband video transmission, video transcoding, and multimedia data transmission over wireless networks. His recent work demonstrates a strong emphasis on software-defined networking applications for wireless LANs, particularly in multicast transmission, load balancing, and energy efficiency. His publication record shows a clear evolution from video transcoding and wireless communications to software-defined networking and edge computing. The past decade reveals a significant shift toward SDN-based solutions for wireless networks, with particular attention to quality of service, resource allocation, and energy efficiency in enterprise WLAN environments. His work often combines theoretical networking principles with practical implementations for real-world applications. Professor Garrido has been deeply involved in university quality evaluation since 2000, serving as an external evaluator for Spain's National University Quality Evaluation Plan (PNECU), ANECA's Evaluation Plan (PEI), and multiple ANECA programs including VERIFICA, MONITOR, and ACREDITA. Since 2018, he has been a member of the EURO-INF seal commission, which he has chaired since 2022. He has also collaborated with regional quality agencies (ACCUEE, AQUIB, DEVA) in evaluating university programs and faculty. His research has been supported by numerous competitive research projects, including MECODIVI (2018-2021), excellence networks in computer architecture and advanced communications (2017-2019), and multiple projects focused on multimedia content delivery, wireless sensor networks, and energy management systems. He has led the RAAP research group for nearly three decades, securing funding from both regional and national sources. Professor Garrido co-founded the RAAP (High-Performance Networks and Architectures) research group at UCLM in 1993, which has grown to include 23 doctors. The group has maintained a consistent research focus on network architectures, wireless communications, and multimedia systems, while adapting to emerging technologies like software-defined networking and edge computing. Their collaborative approach has resulted in numerous publications in top-tier networking journals and conferences.

• Curriculum and Instruction
• Measurement and Evaluation in Education
• Education/Teaching Technologies

Prof. Dr. Hacı Ömer Beydoğan is a faculty member at the Faculty of Education , Department of Educational Sciences , Ahi Evran University , Turkey. Holding a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from Atatürk University (1993), a Master’s in Classroom Education from Gazi University (1988), and a BA in Educational Sciences (1985), he has dedicated his career to teacher education and curriculum design. Key Roles : Professor (2013–present, Ahi Evran University) Chair of Department of Educational Sciences (2018–2021) Department Head (2004–2007) Research Interests : His work focuses on Curriculum and Instruction , Measurement and Evaluation in Education , and Educational Technologies . Notably, he has explored multimedia-based learning , peer assessment , and feedback mechanisms in teacher training. Publication Trends : Recent articles address scale development for educational assessment (2024), non-digital computer science education (2023), and drama-based language instruction (2022). Earlier works examine multimedia learning (2015), self-regulated learning (2015), and concept map applications (2010). Advising and Projects : He has supervised over 13 theses, including Lokman Çavdar’s 2025 PhD on teacher technology integration and Davut Yıldırım’s 2019 Master’s on augmented reality in preschool education . Active in projects like Development of the Student University Image Scale (2016) and Analysis of 5th Grade English Curricula (2019), his research bridges theory and practice in educational quality.

Mahesh SubramonyView profile

Professor

• Human Resource Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Service Work Transformation
• +3 more

Mahesh Subramony is a Presidential Research Professor and Professor of Management at Northern Illinois University's College of Business , Department of Management. He holds a PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Central Michigan University, along with advanced degrees in Applied Psychology and Psychology from the University of Delhi. Education : Ph.D., Central Michigan University - Industrial/Organizational Psychology M.A., Central Michigan University - Industrial/Organizational Psychology M.A., University of Delhi - Applied Psychology B.A., University of Delhi - Psychology Subramony's research focuses on frontline service work transformation , human resource management systems , and the strategic value of workforce analytics . His work examines the intersection of technology and organizational behavior, gig economy dynamics, and sustainable service ecosystems. He contributes to practice as Director of the Center for Human Capital and Leadership , conducting consulting projects for for-profit and non-profit organizations. He has served as associate editor for journals like Journal of Service Research and sits on editorial boards of Human Resource Management Journal and Journal of Business and Psychology . Scientific Awards : Multiple teaching awards for undergraduate and MBA instruction His leadership extends to delivering practitioner workshops on human capital analytics and future of work challenges, while his academic career spans 25+ years of publications in top-tier journals.