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• Neurology
• Psychiatry
• Alzheimer's Disease
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Dr Rebecca Koncz is a Senior Lecturer at Concord Clinical School within the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney. Her email is rebecca.koncz@sydney.edu.au . She holds qualifications including MBBS(Hons), FRANZCP, and PhD. Her research focuses on neurology, Alzheimer’s disease, vascular pathology, mental health, and mindfulness-based interventions. Key areas include the human affectome, neurocognitive disorders, and clinical applications of neuroimaging. She has contributed to studies on amyloid burden heritability, vascular risk factors in neurodegeneration, and telemedicine programs like Project ECHO. Publications span interdisciplinary topics such as neuroimaging pipelines (UBO Detector), cognitive assessment in aging populations, and mindfulness interventions for workplace stress. She has secured grants including the 2023 FMH Start-up Scheme and the 2013 Healthy Sydney University Seed Funding for mindfulness research. Her work integrates clinical practice with academic research, addressing gaps in dementia diagnosis, vascular-neurodegenerative interactions, and healthcare professional training.

• Infectious Diseases
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Bacteriology
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Clinical Associate Professor Matthew O'Sullivan is an academic at the University of Sydney's Westmead Clinical School, affiliated with the Department of Medicine. He holds memberships in the Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute (Sydney ID) and has expertise in infectious diseases and medical microbiology. His clinical work focuses on staphylococcal infections, tropical medicine, HIV, and high consequence infectious diseases (HCIDs) like Ebola and COVID-19. He also specializes in genotyping-based surveillance of hospital-acquired pathogens such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Dr. O'Sullivan graduated with an MBBS from the University of Queensland (1996). He later obtained a Master of Medicine (Clinical Epidemiology) from the University of Sydney and a PhD (2013) for his thesis on MRSA typing systems. He also holds a Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. His research interests span molecular epidemiology of bacterial pathogens, particularly MRSA, and translational applications of microbial genotyping in infection control. He actively explores HCID clinical biocontainment protocols, SARS-CoV-2 transmission dynamics, and diagnostic methodologies for emerging viral threats. His work emphasizes integrating genomic data with clinical practice to improve antimicrobial stewardship and outbreak management. Recent studies include the ASCOT ADAPT adaptive platform trial for MRSA therapeutics and the SABRes project analyzing SARS-CoV-2 drug resistance mutations. He has contributed to national pandemic response initiatives through genomic surveillance and seroprevalence studies. Dr. O'Sullivan has led multiple grants including NHMRC-funded projects on MRSA transmission and genomic analysis. His work involves collaboration with major institutions like the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Sydney ID team. He has not listed any formal advisees in his profile. His contributions to infection control include developing the mPCR/RLB binary typing system and evaluating diagnostic assays like the BD Max StaphSR. He advocates for patient-centered approaches in preventing healthcare-associated infections through visual ethnography and clinician feedback mechanisms.

• Radiation Oncology
• Breast Cancer Treatment
• Medical Imaging Technology
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Clinical Associate Professor Kirsty Stuart is affiliated with the University of Sydney's Sydney Medical School, specifically within the Westmead Clinical School under the Faculty of Medicine and Health. She holds dual roles as a Radiation Oncology Staff Specialist at Westmead Breast Cancer Institute and the Department of Radiation Oncology at Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Westmead Hospital. Her academic background includes a PhD in Medicine (2015) from the University of Sydney, focusing on the management of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) of the breast. Education: Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (1996), University of New South Wales PhD in Medicine (2015), University of Sydney Research Interests: Dr. Stuart's work centers on advanced radiation therapy techniques (e.g., volumetric modulated arc therapy, deep inspiration breath-hold), breast cancer treatment optimization, and clinical guidelines. She actively investigates radiation dosimetry, lymphedema management, and patient outcomes, particularly in DCIS and breast cancer survivorship. Her recent focus includes improving cardiac and pulmonary protection during radiotherapy and exploring telehealth interventions for cancer survivors. Publications Trends: Her recent work emphasizes technical advancements in radiotherapy (e.g., dose reduction strategies) and patient-centered care innovations (e.g., text-messaging interventions). Over 35 peer-reviewed articles highlight her contributions to oncology, medical physics, and healthcare policy. Grants & Collaborations: 2023 World Cancer Research Fund grant for a randomized controlled trial on physical activity support for breast cancer survivors Collaboration with Cancer Australia on DCIS management guidelines Past roles in curriculum development for the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists Labs & Teams: Active member of the Westmead Breast Cancer Institute and Spinal Stereotactic Radiation Therapy Programme at Westmead Hospital.

• Dynamical Systems
• Group Theory
• Topological Groups
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Yaroslav Vorobets is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Texas A&M University, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. (1998) and M.S. (1994) from Moscow State University. His research focuses on Dynamical Systems, Group Theory, and related areas such as Topological Groups, Automata Theory, and Billiards in Polygons. His work spans theoretical studies of group actions (e.g., Grigorchuk group dynamics, topological full groups), ergodic properties of billiards, and applications of automata theory. Notable contributions include studies on maximal subgroups in ample groups, Schreier graphs, and free groups generated by automata. Vorobets has taught advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in linear algebra, differential equations, and abstract algebra, reflecting his expertise in foundational mathematical structures. Key research themes include the interplay between algebraic structures (groups, automata) and dynamical systems, with applications to geometric and probabilistic contexts. His publications address topics like measure transformations under automata actions, growth properties of random groups, and periodic orbit stability in billiard systems.

Olivier BoucherView profile

Associate Professor

• Neuropsychology
• Epilepsy
• Insular Cortex
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Olivier Boucher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the Université de Montréal, affiliated with the CHUM Research Centre. His research focuses on neuropsychology of insular cortex epilepsy, particularly investigating the role of the insula in cognitive and affective functions through lesion studies, intracranial EEG, and neuroimaging. He collaborates on projects such as the 'Sensory and emotional processing in the human insula' funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (2016–2023). His work addresses how cognitive tests predict epileptogenic focus localization and evaluates neurosurgical impacts on neuropsychological functions. Key areas include insular resection effects on memory, decision-making, and sensory processing. He has advised three graduate students and published extensively in journals like Human Brain Mapping , NeuroImage , and Brain Structure and Function . His research also explores environmental contaminants' neurodevelopmental effects in Inuit populations and the insula's role in sensory and emotional processing. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology (Neuropsychology focus) Affiliations: Neurosciences Axis, CHUM Research Centre Department of Neurology, CHUM Hospital Grants: CIHR-funded project on sensory/emotional processing in insula (2016–2023) Labs/Teams: Neuropsychology of Epilepsy and Neuroimaging Group Inserm collaborations on insular cortex studies His recent publications analyze insular cortex contributions to sensory perception, decision-making, and epilepsy surgery outcomes. He has contributed to understanding the insula's role in food valuation, auditory processing, and personality changes post-resection.

• Co-Design
• Digital Health
• Rehabilitation
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Dr. Aaron Davis is a Senior Lecturer at UniSA Creative, University of South Australia. His research focuses on co-design methodologies applied to healthcare, rehabilitation, and digital health interventions. He leads projects involving wearable technologies in rehabilitation and youth mental health initiatives. Research interests span co-design processes, digital health innovations, rehabilitation environments, interdisciplinary collaboration, and design thinking approaches for complex health challenges. His publications demonstrate consistent themes in co-design applications for healthcare innovation, rehabilitation science, and digital health interventions, with emerging focus on dementia prevention strategies and pain communication. Grant-funded projects include collaborations with Medical Research Future Fund, Australian Pain Society, and Pain Relief Association. He contributes to the Match Studio initiative promoting interdisciplinary research and the Australian Research Centre for Interactive and Virtual Environments.

Xikui WangView profile

Professor

• Risk Management
• Mathematical Finance
• Dynamic Pricing
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Dr. Xikui Wang is a Professor and Dr. L.A.H. Warren Chair in Actuarial Science at the Warren Centre for Actuarial Studies and Research within the I.H. Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba. He joined the university in 2000, initially in the Department of Statistics before moving to his current position in 2020. Education: Ph.D. in Statistics, University of Saskatchewan (1995) M.Sc. in Mathematics, University of Saskatchewan (1989) B.Sc. in Mathematics, Central China Normal University (1984) Dr. Wang's research focuses on risk management, mathematical finance, dynamic pricing, Markov decision processes, response-adaptive clinical trials, and reinforcement learning. His work bridges theoretical statistics with practical applications in finance and healthcare. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on statistical methodologies applied to healthcare (particularly Alzheimer's research and clinical trials) and financial risk management. The dominant themes include Bayesian methods, adaptive trial designs, neurostimulation therapies, and actuarial risk modeling. Dr. Wang has supervised 15 PhD and 15 Master's students. His research has been supported by multiple grants from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), including a recent $90,000 grant for work on statistical dependence models.

• Cardiovascular Disease
• Metabolic Disorders
• Sympathetic Nervous System
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Elisabeth Lambert is a Senior Research Fellow at Swinburne University of Technology, affiliated with the School of Health Science and the Iverson Health Innovation Research Institute. She previously worked at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute for 18 years. Her research focuses on cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, particularly the role of the sympathetic nervous system in conditions like hypertension, obesity, type-2 diabetes, and intellectual disability-related cardiometabolic risks. She has published over 220 papers and secured 12 NHMRC grants. Recent achievements include refining techniques for identifying brain areas linked to muscle sympathetic nerve activity and demonstrating links between sympathetic activity and vascular aging in anorexia nervosa patients. Education: PhD from the University of Paris, France. Research Interests: Mechanisms of cardiovascular and metabolic disorders, sympathetic nervous system regulation, clinical applications of neuroimaging (MEG, MRI), and translational research in hypertension and obesity. Key areas include stress-induced cardiovascular responses, renal denervation efficacy, and the impact of loneliness on vascular health. Publications: Recent work highlights brain-sympathetic interactions in stress, long-term outcomes of renal denervation, and the role of microRNAs in metabolic diseases. Articles span neurophysiology, cardiovascular risk factors, and translational clinical studies. Advising & Grants: Supervised 7 PhD students on topics like brain pathways in hypertension, vagus nerve stimulation, and cardiometabolic risks in intellectual disability. NHMRC grants support her research on sympathetic nervous system dysregulation. Labs/Teams: MedTechVic and the Iverson Health Innovation Research Institute, focusing on interdisciplinary health solutions.

• Healthcare Technology
• Digital Health Platforms
• Health Data Management
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Hannu Nieminen is a Researcher at Tampere University's Biomedical Technology department. He holds a Doctor of Science (Technology) in Electrical Engineering from 1994. His work focuses on healthcare technology, digital health platforms, and health data governance. Nieminen has contributed to projects like DiHECO and ENVISION, exploring healthcare ecosystems and AI-driven solutions for chronic disease management. His research includes designing platform ecosystems for Parkinson's disease patients, developing user modeling frameworks for personalized health interventions, and evaluating technology-assisted stress management systems. Key areas of expertise include digital health platforms, wearable sensor technologies, healthcare data visualization, and stakeholder perceptions in data governance. He has collaborated on over 20 peer-reviewed publications, with notable work in Technovation and IEEE Access . His activities include presenting at conferences on workplace well-being and serving in a private sector advisory role (Movendos Oy, 2013–2015). Research highlights include: Developing a timeline visualization tool for clinical data analysis Designing a mobile microservices architecture for remote patient monitoring Exploring value capture mechanisms in healthcare platform ecosystems His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being innovation. Current research emphasizes digital health infrastructure, user-centric health technologies, and ethical data practices in secondary health data use.

Paras PrasadView profile

Professor

• Nanophotonics
• Biophotonics
• Nonlinear Optical Processes
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Dr. Paras Prasad is SUNY Distinguished Professor at University at Buffalo with joint appointments in Chemistry (College of Arts & Sciences) and Electrical Engineering (School of Engineering). As Director of the Institute for Lasers, Photonics, and Biophotonics, he leads cutting-edge research. Research: Pioneers nanostructured photonic materials for applications in biophotonics, nonlinear optics, and nanomedicine. Develops advanced materials like chiral plasmonic nanocomposites and lanthanide nanoscintillators. Publications: Recent work demonstrates strong focus on nanophotonic therapeutics and diagnostics, with innovations in chiral plasmonics, laser-synthesized nanotherapeutics, and multimodal imaging probes. Research consistently bridges fundamental nanoscience and clinical applications.

Victor KhilkevichView profile

Research Professor

• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
• Microwave Imaging
• Automotive Electromagnetic Modeling
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Dr. Victor Khilkevich is a Research Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T). Affiliated with the EMC Laboratory in Rolla, Missouri, his work focuses on electromagnetic compatibility, microwave imaging, and high-frequency measurement methodologies. His research interests include: Microwave Absorber Design PCB Electromagnetic Characterization Signal Integrity Analysis EMI Source Localization Near-Field Scanning Techniques Automotive EMC Modeling Recent publications examine plane wave coupling to PCBs, microwave holography for EMI source imaging, and 3D printed multilayer absorbers. These works span fields like: Electromagnetic Compatibility Printed Circuit Board Engineering Microwave Measurement Systems Computational Electromagnetics Materials Science Transmission Line Theory Scientific awards include multiple IEEE EMC Society recognitions, Distinguished Reviewer status, and Missouri S&T Faculty Achievement Awards.

• Atrial Fibrillation
• Cardiac Electrophysiology
• Surgical Complications
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Simon Knops is a Researcher in the Department of Surgery at Erasmus MC, actively contributing to cardiovascular and surgical research. His work spans cardiac electrophysiology, atrial fibrillation, surgical outcomes, and clinical trial design. His research interests focus on atrial fibrillation mechanisms , high-resolution electroanatomical mapping , metabolic interventions in heart failure , and orthopedic surgical trials . He employs both clinical and experimental models, including in-vitro tissue platforms and large-scale clinical data analysis. The recent articles highlight a strong trend toward translational cardiac electrophysiology , integrating advanced mapping technologies with therapeutic trials. His work bridges surgical innovation and cardiac rhythm management, particularly in identifying conduction abnormalities and testing novel treatments like nicotinamide riboside. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided text. Simon Knops collaborates extensively with leading experts in cardiology and surgery, including Prof. N. M. S. de Groot. While no formal advising or grant details are listed, his involvement in multiple clinical trials (e.g., RECORDED, HF-AF ENERGY) suggests active participation in funded research projects. He is part of a specialized research network at Erasmus MC focused on atrial arrhythmias and surgical complications, contributing to a multidisciplinary team advancing personalized cardiac care and surgical outcomes.

Carolyn FangView profile

Professor

• Psychosocial and behavioral factors in cancer
• Cancer prevention and survivorship
• Biobehavioral mechanisms in cancer
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Carolyn Y. Fang, PhD, is a Professor and Associate Director for Population Science in the Cancer Prevention and Control (CPC) program at Fox Chase Cancer Center. Her research focuses on the interplay between psychosocial, behavioral, and biological factors in cancer risk and outcomes, particularly among racial/ethnic minority and underserved populations. She leads a dynamic research lab conducting studies in biobehavioral mechanisms, cancer health disparities in Asian Americans, and immigrant health determinants. Research Interests: Biobehavioral mechanisms in cancer, including stress-immune interactions Community-based interventions to reduce cancer disparities Neighborhood and acculturation effects on health HPV and cervical cancer screening in minority populations Palliative care and patient-caregiver support systems Her recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong focus on cancer disparities, social determinants of health, and community-engaged research, particularly among Asian American and Latino populations. Themes include neighborhood effects on cancer risk, HPV self-sampling interventions, caregiving strain during the pandemic, and geospatial analysis of prostate cancer aggressiveness. Scientific Awards and Honors: Fellow, Society of Behavioral Medicine (2020) Fellow, Academy of Behavioral Medicine Research (2020) Cancer Control Award, American Cancer Society (2013) APA Leadership Institute for Women (2011) NCI Preventive Oncology Career Development Award (1999–2004) Dr. Fang has been actively involved in mentoring and training the next generation of cancer researchers through programs like the Undergraduate Summer Research Fellowship. She leads a multidisciplinary team focused on developing and evaluating interventions to improve cancer screening, survivorship, and quality of life. Her work integrates psychological assessments with biomarker and geospatial data to understand health disparities holistically.

• Embedded Systems
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Smart Mobility
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Vannel Fabien is a Full Professor at the Haute école du paysage, d'ingénierie et d'architecture de Genève (HEPIA), part of the HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts. He is affiliated with the Technical and IT School and the Department of Computer Science and Communication Systems. His research focuses on embedded systems, IoT, FPGA-based architectures, neuromorphic computing, and quantum communication technologies. Education: PhD in Bio-inspired Computing (2007), École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), supervised by Daniel Mange Research Interests: Development of self-organizing neuromorphic hardware architectures (SOMA project) High-performance FPGA-based platforms for IoT security and random number generation Cellular computing inspired by biological systems 3D Network-on-Chip (NoC) architectures and dynamic resource allocation Quantum key distribution (QKD) systems for secure communication His work combines hardware design with bio-inspired algorithms, aiming to create adaptive, energy-efficient computing systems. Recent projects include SCALPsim (a 3D NoC modeling tool) and FPGA-based validation platforms for TRNGs. Grants & Projects: Principal investigator for SOMA (2018-2021, SNSF-funded CHF 461,238) Co-applicant for iNUIT-2014 ArchSensor (2014-2015, HES-SO-funded CHF 220,000) Contributor to heterogeneous computing platforms (AcceleRation, 2013-2014) Labs & Teams: Lead researcher in the SOMA team at HES-SO, collaborating with institutions like Université de Nice and INRIA.

Ahmed SalemView profile

Assistant Professor

• Lung Cancer
• Radiation Oncology
• Biomarkers
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Dr. Ahmed Salem is an Assistant Professor at Hashemite University (Zarqa, Jordan) and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer (equivalent to Associate Professor) at the University of Manchester (UK). He is also a Consultant in Radiation Oncology at Khalidi Medical Plaza/Afia Nuclear Medicine and Radiation Oncology Centre in Amman, Jordan. His clinical specialization is radiation oncology, focusing on lung cancer, proton radiotherapy, MR Linac systems, novel trials, biomarkers, and hypoxia research. Education: MB ChB (Medicine & Surgery, Cairo University, 2005), MSc in Oncology (Newcastle University, 2013), PhD in Medicine (University of Manchester, 2017). Holds certifications including FRCR (UK), FESTRO, and Jordan Board of Radiation Oncology. He has over 62 peer-reviewed publications and received prestigious awards like the ESTRO Accuray Award (2018). Research interests include biomarker-driven trials, radiotherapy biomarkers, tumor hypoxia, MRI/PET imaging, and functional imaging applications. He leads the ESTRO FALCON lung cancer contouring workshops and supervises MSc/PhD students. His career goal is to advance radiotherapy research to improve cancer patient survival and quality of life. Professional roles include memberships in the Royal College of Radiologists (UK) and European Association for Cancer Research (EACR). Teaching contributions include developing oncology education modules and leading clinical webinar series.