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Panos DeloukasView profile

Professor

• Cardiovascular Genomics
• Genetic Epidemiology
• Molecular Biology
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Professor Panos Deloukas is the Director of the William Harvey Research Institute and a Professor of Cardiovascular Genomics at Queen Mary University of London, within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. He holds a BSc in Chemistry from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, an MSc in Microbiology from Paris 7, and a PhD in Genetics from the Biozentrum University of Basel (1991). His career includes pioneering roles in the Human Genome Project and International HapMap Project, followed by research into genetic basis of common diseases and drug response variability. Research interests focus on molecular mechanisms of coronary artery disease (CAD), lipid metabolism, and epigenetic factors in disease progression. He leads studies on gene-environment interactions using large-scale genomic datasets from UK Biobank and international consortia. Notable contributions include identifying over 70 CAD/MI risk loci and developing biomarkers for cardiovascular risk stratification. Awards: Thomson Reuters Highly Cited Researcher (Molecular Biology & Genetics, 2012–present) Top 200 influential scientists in Molecular Biology & Genetics (2002–2012) Top 1% Highly Cited Researcher (2014–2016) Grants and sponsors include British Heart Foundation (BHF), National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), and Horizon 2020. Collaborations involve global consortia such as CARDIoGRAMplusC4D, Global Lipids Genetics Consortium, and UK Biobank Cardiometabolic Consortium. His research team includes Dr. Stavroula Kanoni, Dr. Andrew Smith, and BHF PhD student Olga Giannakopoulou. Key projects investigate epigenetic biomarkers in blood for MI recurrence prediction and functional genomics of CAD risk variants.

Zeinab ShirvaniView profile

Research Fellow

• Remote Sensing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Environmental Science
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Zeinab Shirvani is a Digital Futures Postdoctoral Fellow at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, affiliated with the Division of Geoinformatics in the Department of Urban Planning and Environment. Her research focuses on leveraging remote sensing and AI techniques to study forest disturbances, particularly in Miombo woodlands of southern Africa. She earned a PhD in Remote Sensing/Cartography from TU Dresden (Germany, 2020) and previously conducted postdoctoral research at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). Her current project, 3Dfire (2023-2025), employs Sentinel satellite data and deep learning algorithms (e.g., RAUNet5) to enhance forest fire detection and analysis. This work aims to inform climate-smart forest management strategies, addressing challenges like fire severity, anthropogenic impacts, and climate change effects in vulnerable ecosystems. Key research themes include wildfire dynamics, AI-driven spatial-temporal analysis, and sustainable forest governance. Collaborating with Professors Yifang Ban and Ulla Mörtberg, her interdisciplinary approach bridges geoinformatics, environmental science, and climate policy. Outputs include high-impact publications on fire regimes, vegetation recovery, and landscape degradation. Zeinab’s broader contributions span deforestation modeling, landslide susceptibility mapping, and drought impacts on ecosystems. Her work integrates object-based image analysis, GIS, and machine learning to solve complex environmental challenges, with applications in both academic and policy contexts.

Neal MadrasView profile

Professor

• Probability Theory
• Discrete Mathematics
• Mathematical Modeling in the Sciences
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Neal Madras is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at York University's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on probability theory, discrete mathematics, and mathematical modeling in the sciences. He explores applications in statistical mechanics, theoretical computer science, communications networks, and biological systems. Notable interests include self-avoiding walks, polymer behavior modeling, and disease progression mechanisms. Madras has contributed to interdisciplinary studies, such as HIV dynamics and mosquito population modeling under climate influences. He is also actively involved in mathematics competitions like the Canadian Mathematical Olympiad. His work bridges theoretical rigor and practical applications, with a focus on stochastic processes, combinatorial problems, and computational methods. Publications span topics from graph theory and knot invariants to epidemic control strategies and polymer adsorption. Madras maintains an active research program, engaging with both foundational mathematical questions and real-world problem-solving.

Dimitris KoukoulopoulosView profile

Professor

• Analytic Number Theory
• Multiplicative Number Theory
• Probabilistic Number Theory
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Dimitris Koukoulopoulos is a Professor of Mathematics at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Université de Montréal, where he holds the Chaire Courtois II in fundamental research. He is a member of the Centre de recherches mathématiques and the Montreal Number Theory Group. His research focuses on analytic number theory, with an emphasis on multiplicative and probabilistic aspects, the anatomy of integers and permutations, sieve methods, diophantine approximation, and additive combinatorics. His research explores core questions in number theory, including the distribution of prime numbers, probabilistic properties of integers, and the application of sieve methods to Diophantine problems. Recent work highlights include studies on multiplicative functions, random polynomials, and the Erdős–Hooley Delta function, demonstrating a blend of analytical and combinatorial techniques. Professor Koukoulopoulos actively mentors M.Sc. and Ph.D. students, emphasizing alignment with his research interests. His work contributes to the Montreal Number Theory Group’s collaborative research environment, fostering interdisciplinary advancements in number theory.

• Probability Theory
• Stochastic Processes
• Spatial Population Models
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Marcel Ortgiese is a Reader in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath, affiliated with the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistical Applied Mathematics (SAMBa) and the Probability Laboratory at Bath. His research focuses on probability theory, including spatial population models, stochastic processes in random environments, and evolving random graphs. He investigates large-scale behaviors of interfaces in evolutionary biology contexts, branching processes in inhomogeneous environments, and dynamic processes on random graph structures. His work integrates theoretical analysis with applications to real-world systems, emphasizing interdisciplinary connections between probability and complex networks. Current projects include studying the interplay between geometry and randomness in fitness landscapes for expanding populations (EPSRC-funded) and advancing methods for cumulants and superconcentration phenomena. Ortgiese has contributed to foundational research on contact processes, voter models, preferential attachment networks, and symbiotic branching systems. His recent studies explore adaptive network dynamics, subcritical random graph properties, and asymptotic behaviors in weighted recursive trees. He holds a PhD from the University of Bath (2009) under Prof. Peter Morters and has supervised numerous graduate students through SAMBa's training programs. His academic contributions are reflected in over 20 peer-reviewed articles in top journals such as Stochastic Processes and their Applications and Annals of Applied Probability . Research themes consistently emphasize stochastic analysis of complex systems, with applications ranging from epidemiological modeling to evolutionary dynamics.

Pierre TarrèsView profile

Professor

• Probability Theory
• Stochastic Processes
• Game Theory
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Pierre Tarrès is a Professor of Mathematics at NYU Shanghai and serves as the Associate Provost for Strategic Initiatives and Co-Director of the NYU-ECNU Institute of Mathematical Sciences . He is also a Global Network Professor at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University. Education PhD in Mathematics, École Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay Master’s in Mathematics, École Normale Supérieure de Paris Master’s in Mathematics of Artificial Intelligence, École Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay Research Interests Prof. Tarrès specializes in self-interacting random processes, particularly reinforced random walks, and their applications to stochastic algorithms and learning processes in game theory. His work bridges probability theory, mathematical physics, and computational methods, with a focus on understanding the dynamics of reinforcement and their implications for optimization and statistical mechanics. Articles Trends His publications span topics such as reinforced random walks, stochastic algorithms, Brownian motion, and bandit problems. Recent works emphasize the interplay between probability theory and mathematical physics, particularly through supersymmetric models and Schr"odinger operators. Scientific Awards Leverhulme Prize (2006) Prix des Annales de l'Institut Henri Poincaré (2008) Advising and Grants While student advising details are not provided, his research has been supported by grants linked to his work on stochastic processes and learning algorithms. His editorial role at the Annals of Applied Probability since 2019 highlights his contributions to academic leadership. Labs and Teams As Co-Director of the NYU-ECNU Institute of Mathematical Sciences, he leads collaborative research initiatives, fostering interdisciplinary work between mathematics, computer science, and theoretical physics.

Payam DadvandView profile

Professor

• Environmental Epidemiology
• Air Pollution
• Green Spaces
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Payam Dadvand is a leading researcher in environmental epidemiology with a focus on maternal and child health. He is the coordinator of the Barcelona Life Study Cohort (BiSC) and co-editor-in-chief of Environmental Research . His work integrates remote sensing, GIS, and spatiotemporal modeling to study environmental stressors and benefits such as air pollution and green spaces. Research Interests: His research spans air pollution , green spaces , UVR , climate change , and maternal and child health . He investigates how environmental factors influence neurodevelopment, respiratory outcomes, and epigenetic mechanisms. His work is central to understanding the exposome —the totality of environmental exposures across the lifespan. The recent publications (2024–2025) reflect a strong focus on urban environmental health, with an emphasis on green space benefits, air pollution impacts on fetal and child development, epigenetic changes, and mental health. Many studies use large European cohorts and advanced exposure assessment methods, indicating a trend toward integrative, data-rich environmental epidemiology. Scientific Awards and Honors: Highly Cited Researcher by Clarivate™ Rebecca James Baker Award (ISEE, 2012) Outstanding Abstract by a New Investigator (ISEE, 2012) Ramón y Cajal Fellowship (2014–2018), ranked #1 in clinical medicine/epidemiology in Spain Juan de la Cierva Fellowship (2012–2015) International Research Scholarship, Newcastle University (2005–2008) PNAS Issue Highlight and three Science Selections in Environmental Health Perspectives Dr. Dadvand has led major research initiatives including the BiSC cohort and the EXPANSE project. He has secured competitive fellowships and grants, and his editorial role at Environmental Research underscores his leadership in the field. He likely mentors PhD students and early-career researchers through his cohort and collaborative projects. Labs and Teams: He leads or is a key member of the Barcelona Life Study Cohort (BiSC) team and contributes to the EXPANSE project. His work involves interdisciplinary collaboration across epidemiology, environmental science, biostatistics, and urban planning.

Laurent ClavierView profile

Professor

• Digital Communications
• Wireless Networks
• Internet of Things (IoT)
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Laurent Clavier is a Professor at IMT Lille Douai (now IMT Nord Europe), affiliated with the Institut Mines-Télécom and conducting research within the CNRS laboratories IEMN (UMR 8520) and IRCICA (USR 3380). His work centers on digital communications and the physical layer of wireless networks for IoT applications, especially in energy-autonomous and ultra-dense environments. His research focuses on interference modeling in wireless networks, particularly under non-Gaussian and heavy-tailed conditions such as those found in IoT scenarios. He investigates the impact of interference in LoRa-like and SCMA-based networks, with a strong emphasis on statistical modeling, channel access mechanisms, and capacity analysis under α-stable noise. The recent publications highlight a consistent trend in analyzing and modeling real-world interference in low-power, large-scale wireless systems. Key themes include LoRa network optimization, unsupervised signal detection, multiuser access, and theoretical limits in non-Gaussian channels—indicating a deep integration of information theory, signal processing, and practical IoT deployment challenges. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards mentioned in the provided text. Laurent Clavier is actively involved in research projects such as ALPAGA and CASTREAU, contributing to advancements in resilient communication systems and drone-based technologies. While no formal list of advisees is provided, his HDR degree and professorial status suggest supervision of doctoral candidates. He has contributed to book chapters and high-impact journals, reflecting sustained research productivity. He is associated with research teams focusing on multi-robot systems and disaster-resilient communication frameworks, as evidenced by his participation in the Robot-IA events and comments on resilient systems. His work bridges theoretical communication models with practical IoT implementations.

Cecilie Thøgersen-NtoumaniView profile

Professor

• Health Behavior Change
• Motivational Science
• Physical Activity Promotion
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Professor Cecilie Thøgersen-Ntoumani holds a 125th Anniversary Chair as Professor of Health Behaviour Change at the University of Birmingham (on a fractional appointment since December 2024) and concurrently serves as Professor of Physical Activity and Health Behaviour at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), where she co-directs the Danish Centre for Motivation and Behaviour Science (DRIVEN). She earned her PhD in Exercise and Health Sciences from the University of Bristol in 2003 and has held academic positions at the University of Birmingham, Curtin University (Australia), and SDU. Her research focuses on motivational science applied to health behavior change, emphasizing interventions for physical activity, body image, and climate adaptation. She is a top 2% global researcher (Ioannidis, 2023), an editorial board member for journals like Psychology of Sport and Exercise , and advises the Danish Heart Foundation on nationwide walking campaigns. Education: PhD in Exercise and Health Sciences, University of Bristol (2003) Research Interests: Motivational interventions for physical activity and weight management Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity (VILPA) Peer-led initiatives and community engagement Body image and health behavior interactions Professional Roles: Editorial Board Member: Psychology of Sport and Exercise , Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology Advisory Board Member: Danish Heart Foundation Co-Director: Danish Centre for Motivation and Behaviour Science (DRIVEN) Grants & Funding: Secured large interdisciplinary research funding, details of which are not specified in the text. Labs/Teams: Leads research at DRIVEN, focusing on motivation and behavior science applications.

Tiril WilhelmsenView profile

Research Fellow

• Developmental Psychology
• Early Childhood Education and Care
• Social and Language Learning
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Tiril Wilhelmsen is a Research Fellow at the Department of Education, University of Oslo. Her work focuses on Developmental Psychology, particularly the impact of Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) quality on children’s mental health and social development. She holds a PhD from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (2022), an MSc in Psychology from the University of Oslo (2017), and a BSc in Psychology from the University of York (2015). Her research interests include child temperament, teacher-child interactions, and quantitative methodologies. Notably, she contributes to the Oslo Early Education Study (OEES), evaluating professional development programs for educators. She is affiliated with the DEAL (Development, Equality and Literacy in Learning Contexts) and TextDim research groups. Key publications analyze the psychometric properties of temperament surveys, classroom quality interventions, and the moderating role of temperament on pedagogical outcomes. Her work emphasizes bridging research and practice to improve ECEC environments.

Zheng-Tong XieView profile

Professor

• Aerodynamics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Turbulence
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Professor Zheng-Tong Xie is a Professor at the University of Southampton's Department of Engineering and Environment. His research focuses on Aerodynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Turbulence, and Urban Wind Engineering. He leads modules in Applications of CFD, Race Car Design GDP, and Computational Aerodynamics. Active in professional roles, he serves as a Fellow of the Royal Meteorological Society (since 2009), Chair of the Urban Fluid Mechanics Special Interest Group (since 2017), and Council Member of the UK Wind Engineering Society (since 2014). His work spans urban dispersion modeling, tall building aerodynamics, and CFD methodology development. Current research includes the FUTURE project on urban tall-building clusters and the DIPLOS project on localized urban dispersion. Advises PhD students Keertan Kumar Maskey and Donnchadh Eoghan MacGarry. Collaborates on EPSRC and industry-funded projects, with a focus on wind engineering, turbulence, and fluid dynamics applications. Key research interests include urban airflow dynamics, pollutant dispersion, and CFD validation against sensor data. He contributes to large-eddy simulation (LES) advancements for urban environments, addressing challenges like tall building clusters and street network dispersion. His external roles reflect leadership in both academic and professional wind engineering communities. Research outcomes bridge theoretical CFD models with practical urban design and environmental monitoring needs.

Wanhong YangView profile

Professor

• Environmental Management
• GIS Applications
• Resource Management
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Dr. Wanhong Yang is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics at the University of Guelph's College of Social & Applied Human Sciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Illinois (2000). His research focuses on environmental and resource management, GIS applications, and integrated economic-hydrologic modeling. Key areas include resolving resource use conflicts via interdisciplinary modeling, cost-benefit analysis for environmental policies, and evaluating watershed management strategies. Dr. Yang's work is funded by organizations like SSHRC, Ducks Unlimited Canada, and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. He has supervised numerous postdoctoral fellows and graduate students, fostering expertise in watershed modeling, GIS tools, and policy evaluation. His lab, the Watershed Evaluation Group, develops decision support systems for agricultural BMPs and evaluates conservation program effectiveness. Education: PhD, University of Illinois, 2000 Research highlights include modeling nutrient management in agricultural watersheds, analyzing riparian wetland restoration costs, and optimizing BMP placements using GIS. His publications span environmental modeling, spatial analysis, and policy analysis in journals like Environmental Modelling and Software and Journal of Hydrologic Engineering . Dr. Yang actively recruits graduate students for projects on agricultural conservation program efficiency and GIS-based watershed tools. Collaborations emphasize interdisciplinarity across geosciences, economics, and policy.

• Nutrition
• Muscle Health
• Sarcopenia
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Theocharis Ispoglou is a Reader in Nutrition & Muscle Health at the Carnegie School of Sport, Leeds Beckett University, where he has been employed since September 2005. His work bridges the fields of nutrition, exercise physiology, and aging, with a strong focus on muscle health in older adults. Research Interests: Dr. Ispoglou's research centers on sarcopenia, resistance training, appetite regulation, amino acid supplementation, and metabolic and cognitive health in aging populations. His work investigates how nutritional and exercise interventions can mitigate age-related muscle loss and improve functional outcomes. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2020–2024) demonstrate a consistent focus on non-pharmacological strategies for managing sarcopenia, the role of dietary fiber and testosterone in cognitive function, endothelial health in response to exercise, and the efficacy of essential amino acid supplements in older adults. His studies often utilize large datasets like NHANES and employ randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, and cross-sectional analyses. Scientific Contributions: While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publication record in high-impact journals such as Nutrients , European Journal of Applied Physiology , and Biology underscores his contribution to the field. He has also served as a peer reviewer for numerous journals including Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise , Nutrients , and Experimental Gerontology . Advising and Grants: Although specific students or grant funding are not mentioned in the provided text, his role as a Reader and principal investigator on multiple studies suggests active involvement in research supervision and project leadership. His collaborations with researchers across institutions indicate strong academic networks. Labs and Teams: While no specific lab or research team name is provided, his affiliation with the Carnegie School of Sport suggests integration within a broader sports science and health research environment focused on human performance and clinical populations.

Debbie LingView profile

Lecturer

• Compassion
• Common Humanity
• Prosocial Behaviour
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Dr Debbie Ling is a Lecturer in the Department of Social Work within the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences at Monash University. She is a leading researcher and educator in compassion and common humanity, with a strong focus on healthcare settings, burnout prevention, and prosocial behavior. Her work integrates qualitative and quantitative methodologies and has led to the development of evidence-based compassion training programs adopted by medical curricula at Monash and Warwick Universities. Institution: Monash University School: Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences Department: Department of Social Work Academic Rank: Lecturer Debbie’s research interests center on compassion, common humanity, in-group/out-group dynamics, prosocial behavior, compassion in healthcare, doctor burnout, and mental health. She has pioneered interventions that enhance compassion through training, particularly in high-stress medical environments. Her doctoral research (awarded 2019) provided the first empirical evidence that perceiving common humanity increases compassion among healthcare workers. Her recent publications and projects reflect a strong trend in compassion-focused interventions, medical education reform, and mental health promotion. Articles span topics such as compassion training for paramedics, values in healthcare, and cross-cultural caregiver support. Her work increasingly emphasizes implementation science, with compassion training now embedded in core medical curricula. Dr Ling has received multiple awards for her educational and research impact, including the 2022 Dean's Award for Excellence in Education, the 2023 Dean's Award for Programs that Enhance Learning (Team), and the 2024 Monash Education Academy The Pitch Finalist. She was also awarded a 2023 Monash-Warwick Alliance grant for a mixed-methods evaluation of compassion training. Monash-Warwick Alliance grant (2023) Dean's Award for Excellence in Education (2022) Vice-Chancellor's Award Commendation (2022) Research Impact Award (2020) Three Minute Thesis Winner (2019) Dean's Award for Programs that Enhance Learning (2023) Monash Education Academy Finalist (2024) Debbie supervises PhD students and contributes to grants totaling $557,000. She is actively involved in advising and research collaboration, particularly through her leadership in compassion training implementation. She also serves on several external advisory boards, including the Centre for a Compassionate Society and the Charter for Compassion. Her private practice as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker complements her academic work, bringing over 25 years of clinical experience in health, mental health, child protection, and aged care. Dr Ling leads the Monash 'Compassion Training for Healthcare Workers' online course, which has trained over 3,000 professionals and students. She is Principal Chief Investigator on active projects including a randomized controlled trial on paramedics and a study on culturally diverse carers. Her affiliations include advisory roles with UNESCO Inclusive Policy Lab, the Australian Compassion Council, and Epworth HealthCare (until 2024).

• Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
• Systematic Reviews
• Randomized Clinical Trials
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Roles & Affiliations: Dr. Catherine Minns Lowe is an Associate Professor in Research at the University of Hertfordshire's Department of Allied Health Professions, Midwifery and Social Work. She leads the Musculoskeletal Research Unit and is the Physiotherapy Research Lead. She is affiliated with the School of Health and Social Work and the Centre for Applied Clinical, Health and Care Research (CACHE). Educations: PhD MSc BSc(Hons) Research Interests: Catherine focuses on musculoskeletal rehabilitation, systematic reviews, randomized clinical trials, and qualitative studies addressing patient care pathways. She advocates for evidence-based practice and improving physical activity promotion for patients with chronic conditions. Additional interests include workforce well-being in physiotherapy and professional development initiatives. Grants & Funding: Over £2.5M in research grants secured as lead/co-investigator. Recent projects include studies on workplace well-being, hypermobility in pregnancy, and physiotherapy practice knowledge. Professional Activities: Catherine peer reviews for major medical journals and grant bodies (NIHR, Scottish Health & Safety Executive). She previously chaired the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy's Scientific Panel and serves on ethics committees and trial steering committees. Labs & Teams: Core member of the Musculoskeletal Research Unit and collaborates across multidisciplinary teams in clinical research.