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Robert CaseView profile

Associate Professor

• Social welfare policy
• Community organization
• Community resilience
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Robert Case is an Associate Professor in Social Development Studies at Renison University College (affiliated with the University of Waterloo) and serves as Director of the Renison School of Social Science & Humanities (2025-2029). A Past President of the Renison Association of Academic Staff, his career bridges academic scholarship with grassroots environmental activism in Guelph, Ontario, focusing on community-driven solutions to social and ecological challenges. Education Ph.D. in Social Work, Wilfrid Laurier University M.S.W. in Social Work, University of British Columbia B.S.W. in Social Work, McGill University B.A. in Psychology, McGill University Research Focus Dr. Case investigates the nexus of social welfare policy, community resilience, and environmental justice through community-based activism. His work examines how local groups mobilize around water protection, child welfare, and income security, emphasizing participatory approaches that reduce reliance on formal systems. Key themes include social ecology’s role in social work practice, community-led environmental governance, and strategies for building protective factors around vulnerable populations through neighborhood networks. Scholarly Impact His publication trajectory (1999-2024) reveals an evolution from youth policy analysis to eco-social work frameworks, with recent scholarship addressing climate anxiety among youth, pandemic impacts on water advocacy, and institutionalizing community resilience. This body of work consistently centers community agency in confronting corporate extraction and environmental degradation, particularly through case studies of Ontario’s water activism movements. Scientific Recognition 2019 Marie O. Weil Award for outstanding scholarship (Journal of Community Practice) Research Leadership Dr. Case secures major grants including SSHRC Insight Development funding for comparative water activism studies across North America, Environment and Climate Change Canada support for the Green Resilience Project (25+ communities), and Renison Research Grants for documenting the Water Watchers’ oral history. His projects prioritize community-university partnerships, translating scholarship into tangible policy impacts like Ontario’s groundwater regulation reforms. Community Integration Deeply embedded in Guelph’s activist landscape, he served on the Water Watchers board (2012-2021) and as chair (2020-2021), co-founding initiatives like the Village Finding child welfare pilot. This lived experience directly informs his teaching of courses including Community Organization (SOCWK 222R) and Social Development and the Environment (SDS 260R), creating reciprocal knowledge exchange between campus and community.

Lou CharkoudianView profile

Professor

• Chemical Biology
• Natural Products Biosynthesis
• Streptomyces Bacteria Research
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Lou Charkoudian serves as Professor and Chair of Chemistry at Haverford College, where she maintains an active research program and teaches undergraduate courses. Her dual expertise bridges chemical biology and STEM education research, with significant contributions to both academic domains. Her research focuses on Streptomyces bacteria and the biosynthesis of therapeutically relevant molecules, particularly through type II polyketide synthase pathways. She integrates original research opportunities into classroom settings and investigates intrapersonal factors affecting STEM student success. Her work emphasizes undergraduate collaboration , with all publications featuring student co-authors. National Institutes of Health (R15) National Science Foundation (CAREER, RUI, RCN) Camille & Henry Dreyfus Foundation Research Corporation for Science Advancement (Cottrell Scholars Award) Publication trends reveal deep specialization in acyl carrier protein interactions and polyketide engineering , with recent work expanding into STEM education psychology . Over 75% of her publications since 2013 involve undergraduate co-authors, demonstrating commitment to research-based learning. Cottrell Scholars Award Cottrell College Science Award Article highlighted in C&EN News (2014) Charkoudian has mentored over 100 undergraduate researchers through classroom-integrated projects and independent labs. Her grants consistently support student stipends and equipment for hands-on research. She develops symbiotic outreach programs connecting campus work with local community initiatives, creating reciprocal learning environments. Current projects focus on engineering polyketide pathways and measuring coping mechanisms in STEM failure scenarios.

Alda MariView profile

Professor

• Formal Semantics
• Linguistics
• Philosophy of Language
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Alda Mari is a Research Director at CNRS affiliated with the Institut Jean-Nicod at École Normale Supérieure in Paris, where she directs the LANGAGE, PENSÉE ET COMPORTEMENT research team. Her academic background includes training in ancient languages (Greek, Latin, Sanskrit, Vedic, Pali) and computational linguistics in Italy and Switzerland. She has held research collaborations with CUNY and the University of Chicago, and has led significant projects including an ANR on genericity. Mari is a formal semanticist whose research spans modal verbs, adverbs, attitudes, and cross-linguistic studies primarily focusing on French, Italian, English, and Greek. Her work has evolved from theoretical investigations of genericity, reciprocity, and plurality to applied research on intention detection and text mining through the INTACT project. She has recently expanded into diachronic formal semantics, examining how semantic structures change over time. Her scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with both theoretical and applied aspects of linguistics, with recent publications addressing epistemic modality, question formation, social media discourse analysis, and computational applications for intention detection. Her work bridges formal semantics with practical applications in crisis management and social media analysis. Mari's research has been supported by multiple ANR grants and collaborative projects, including INTACT (2018-2019) and INTACT II (2020-2022) focusing on intention detection and action prediction. She has also contributed to projects on automatic detection of sexism in social networks (2017-2019). As a Research Director at CNRS, Mari holds one of the highest academic positions in the French research system, equivalent to a full professorship. Her leadership role directing a research team at the Institut Jean-Nicod demonstrates her standing in the field of formal semantics and linguistics.

Olivier CômeView profile

Researcher

• Thermoacoustics
• Ultrasonics
• Acoustics
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Olivier Côme is a Researcher at Le Mans Université's Institute of Acoustics (LAUM) and a Research Engineer at the Acoustics and Vibration Pole of the Technology Transfer Center (CTTM). He specializes in thermoacoustic effects and their applications in thermoacoustic machines, with a focus on modeling, control, and material characterization. Current affiliations: LAUM (Institute of Acoustics), CTTM (Technology Transfer Center) Research focus: Thermoacoustics, elastic waves, transducers, and nonlinear acoustics His recent publications explore non-reciprocal Willis couplings, active control of thermoacoustic amplification, and simplified modeling of thermo-acousto-electric engines. Collaborations include the LAUM thermoacoustics team and international institutions like the University of Twente and Ecole Centrale de Lyon.

Javad ShabaniView profile

Professor

• Quantum Materials
• Topological Quantum Computing
• Superconductor-Semiconductor Heterostructures
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Javad Shabani is a Professor of Physics at New York University and serves as Director of the Center of Quantum Information Physics. He is also an Affiliated Faculty member at the NYU-KAIST Global Innovation and Research Institute, contributing to international quantum research collaborations. His educational background includes a Ph.D. (2011) and M.A. (2007) from Princeton University, and a B.S. (2004) from Sharif University. After completing his doctorate, he conducted research on semiconductor-based qubits at Harvard University for two years before joining UC Santa Barbara to collaborate with Microsoft Research on hybrid semiconductors/superconductors heterostructures. Ph.D. Physics, Princeton University (2011) M.A. Physics, Princeton University (2007) B.S. Physics, Sharif University (2004) Professor Shabani's research focuses on quantum materials and devices for computation technologies. His primary interests include novel states of matter at interfaces with emphasis on hybrid superconductor-semiconductor systems, mesoscopic and nanoscale physics with focus on low dimensional semiconductors, physics of integer and fractional quantum Hall effect, and epitaxial growth of compound superconducting metals-semiconductor using molecular beam epitaxy. His work bridges fundamental quantum phenomena with practical quantum information applications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on topological quantum computing platforms, particularly through the development of planar Josephson junctions and superconductor-semiconductor heterostructures. His research group has made significant contributions to understanding the superconducting diode effect, microwave spectroscopy of Andreev bound states, and the realization of voltage-tunable qubit architectures. The integration of machine learning techniques for materials optimization represents an emerging interdisciplinary direction in his work. Professor Shabani has received prestigious recognition including the US Air Force Young Investigator award and US Army Young Investigator award, both in 2016. US Air Force Young Investigator award (2016) US Army Young Investigator award (2016) His laboratory actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students while pursuing cutting-edge research in quantum materials growth, device fabrication, and low-temperature characterization. The Shabani Lab maintains strong industry and academic collaborations, particularly with Microsoft Research, to advance quantum computing technologies. Current research directions include optimizing planar topological qubit architectures and developing novel quantum sensing techniques using epitaxial heterostructures. The Shabani Lab operates from Room 1071 at 726 Broadway, New York, NY, utilizing advanced molecular beam epitaxy systems for materials growth and state-of-the-art nanofabrication facilities for quantum device development. The group employs DC and RF low-temperature measurements to characterize quantum devices, creating a closed-loop development process for optimizing quantum materials systems.

Michael HabermanView profile

Associate Professor

• Acoustics
• Acoustic Metamaterials
• Wave Propagation
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Michael Haberman is an Associate Professor in the Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, with a joint appointment at the Applied Research Laboratories UT Austin. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. and Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (2007, 2001), a Diplôme de Doctorat in Engineering Mechanics from Université de Lorraine, France (2006), and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Idaho (2000). Dr. Haberman’s research focuses on elastic and acoustic wave propagation in complex media, with emphasis on acoustic metamaterials, transduction materials, ultrasonic nondestructive testing, and vibro-acoustic transducers. His work involves modeling, design, and testing of composite materials, metamaterials, and architected media, targeting applications such as energy absorption/isolation using negative stiffness and Willis coupling, non-reciprocal wave phenomena, and ultrasonic battery monitoring. 2020: Non-Reciprocal Waves 2019: Acoustic Lens Design 2018: Negative Stiffness Materials 2017: Willis Coupling Scientific awards include the Fluor Centennial Teaching Fellowship in Engineering and Fellowship in The Acoustical Society of America. He chaired the Technical Committee on Engineering Acoustics (2018–2024). His publications span journals like Nature Communications , Physical Review Letters , and Science , highlighting innovations in non-reciprocal acoustic systems and metamaterials.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Intercultural Communication
• Syntax (Generative Framework)
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Dr. Manuela Pinto is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Department of Languages, Literature and Communication, with affiliations to the Institute for Language Sciences and the Dynamics of Youth (DoY) research theme. Her work bridges formal linguistics (Generative Grammar) with applied language education, focusing on second language acquisition, psycholinguistics, and intercultural communication. PhD in Linguistics (Utrecht, 1997) - Thesis: Licensing and Interpretation of Inverted Subjects in Italian MA in General Linguistics (Utrecht, 1991) MA in German Language/Literature (Italy, 1986) Research spans child language development, bilingualism, and societal applications through projects like: Coloring Book - Digital method for assessing language comprehension in children KleurenSchat - Dutch vocabulary assessment tool Nederlands voor Alle Kinderen (NvAK) - Language tracking for newcomer children Community Engaged Learning projects with migrants' organizations Recent publications focus on: Syntactic theory and microcontact phenomena Ecological validity in language testing Aspectual properties in L2 acquisition Intercultural pragmatics in advertising She has received research grants for: Heritage Storytelling projects Bidirectional Storytelling initiatives Additional contributions include: Coordinating typological databases Organizing international conferences (Going Romance, ISB symposia) Founding Growingupbilingual.org information service

P. Jeremy WangView profile

Professor

• Reproductive Biology
• Genetics
• Epigenetics
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P. Jeremy Wang, MD, PhD is the Ralph L. Brinster President's Distinguished Professor and Professor of Developmental Biology in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. He serves as Director of the Center for Animal Transgenesis & Germ Cell Research and leads an active laboratory focused on reproductive biology and genetics. Dr. Wang received his MD from Peking University Health Science Center in 1990 and his PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics from Cornell University in 1997. He completed postdoctoral training at the Whitehead Institute/M.I.T. from 1997 to 2002 before joining the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania. His research focuses on the study of spermatogonial stem cells and meiosis. Spermatogonial stem cells are the adult germline stem cells responsible for life-long production of sperm. Meiosis, a cell division unique to germ cells, allows the reciprocal exchange of genetic material between paternal and maternal genomes. Dr. Wang's laboratory has performed two innovative genome-wide screens that have made significant contributions to the field of reproduction. The first screen identified 36 germ cell-specific genes expressed in mouse spermatogonia, while the second screen identified 51 meiotic chromatin-associated proteins in mouse. His work has demonstrated that the X chromosome plays a disproportionately eminent role in male fertility, challenging the dogma that the X chromosome is a female chromosome. Dr. Wang's laboratory focuses on epigenetics in reproduction, spermatogonial stem cell self-renewal, silencing of transposable elements, regulation of meiosis, DNA double-strand break repair, piRNA biogenesis, and male infertility in humans. His research has important implications for understanding the genetic causes of male infertility and developing novel male contraceptives. Dr. Wang has received numerous honors including the Ralph L. Brinster President's Distinguished Professorship, which is the highest honor bestowed upon a faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania and reflects a commitment to scientific discovery and mentorship. His laboratory has been consistently funded, including a $5.95 million NIH grant renewal in 2024 to study epigenetics of reproduction in animals and humans. Dr. Wang has mentored numerous postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers who have contributed to his laboratory's significant scientific output.

• Human Resource Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Work-Life Balance
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Stefan Süß is a Full Professor of Business Administration (Work, Human Resources and Organization) at the Faculty of Business and Economics, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf. He holds the Chair of Business Administration and leads multiple research projects focused on technostress, work-life balance, organizational behavior, and health promotion in SMEs. With 25+ years of experience in organizational research, he has published extensively in top-tier journals while serving in editorial roles for German Journal of Human Resource Management , Management Review Quarterly , and Industrielle Beziehungen . Born in 1974, studied economics at University of Wuppertal (1994-1998) Doctorate (2004) and Habilitation (2009) at FernUniversität in Hagen Visiting Professor at HHU (2008-2010) prior to full appointment His research explores: Human Resource Management in digital workplaces Technostress and leadership dynamics Employee Voice and organizational behavior Stress Prevention frameworks for SMEs Recent publications analyze hybrid work challenges, cross-cultural expatriate stress, and psychosocial safety climates. His editorial advisory roles include: Co-editor, German Journal of Human Resource Management (2019-present) Co-editor, Industrielle Beziehungen (2022-2024) Editorial board, Management Review Quarterly (2022-2024) Awards include the HHU Ehrenmedaille (2015, 2018) and Best-Paper-Award (2016). Current projects focus on digital work design and stress prevention in healthcare settings.

Aaron NicholasView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Behavioral Economics
• Experimental Economics
• Development Economics
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Aaron Nicholas serves as Senior Lecturer in Economics at Deakin University, Australia, specializing in Behavioral and Experimental Economics. His academic career spans theoretical and empirical research with significant contributions to understanding decision-making processes in economic contexts. His research interests focus on Behavioral Economics , Experimental Methodologies , and Development Economics , particularly examining how psychological, cognitive, and emotional factors influence economic decisions. Nicholas investigates market behavior through controlled experiments, exploring moral dimensions in economic transactions and the implications of sunk cost fallacies in real-world scenarios as evidenced by his 2023 publication on the subject. His scholarly output reveals a strong emphasis on Poverty Measurement and Welfare Economics , with numerous publications analyzing multidimensional poverty, chronic deprivation, and development indicators across different contexts including China and developing countries. His work frequently employs experimental and natural experimental designs to establish causal relationships in education-health linkages and policy interventions. Nicholas maintains active research collaborations as indicated by co-authored publications, though specific grant information isn't detailed in the available text. His academic foundation includes a PhD in Economics from Monash University (2011), providing the theoretical grounding for his empirical work in behavioral and development economics.

• Nonassociative algebraic structures
• Geometry
• Mathematics education

Zdenka Kolar-Begović is a Full Professor at the School of Applied Mathematics and Informatics , Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. She holds a PhD in Mathematics (2003) from the University of Zagreb and specializes in nonassociative algebraic structures, geometry in isotropic planes, and mathematics education. PhD in Mathematics, Department of Mathematics, University of Zagreb (2003) MSc in Mathematics, University of Zagreb (1999) BSc in Mathematics and Physics, University of Osijek (1993) Her research focuses on geometric properties of triangles in isotropic planes, including Brocard circles, Kiepert hyperbolas, and Steiner ellipses. She explores connections between abstract algebraic structures (like cubic structures and quasigroups) and their geometric applications, such as affine-regular polygons and Fullerene models. She has contributed to mathematics education research, analyzing blended learning environments and assessment design for prospective primary school teachers. Her work includes editorial roles at Osječki matematički list and peer review for Mathematical Reviews . Current projects involve nonassociative algebraic structures and geometric research funded by the Croatian Ministry of Science and Education. She teaches Elementary Geometry and Analytic and Constructive Geometry at the university level.

Nenad ŠuvakView profile

Associate Professor

• Stochastic Processes
• Diffusion Models
• Statistical Inference for Stochastic Processes
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Nenad Šuvak is an Associate Professor at the School of Applied Mathematics and Informatics, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. His research focuses on diffusion processes and statistical analysis of stochastic systems, with applications spanning finance, epidemiology, neuroscience, and agricultural modeling. Education : PhD in Mathematics (University of Zagreb, 2010), BSc in Mathematics and Computer Science (University of Osijek, 2004) Šuvak's work extends classical stochastic models to heavy-tailed and fractional frameworks. He has developed diffusion models for EEG data in cerebral malaria patients, created non-linear stochastic models for dopamine cycles, and refined epidemic SEIR models for SARS-CoV-2. His methodological contributions include correlated continuous-time random walks and parameter estimation techniques for non-stationary diffusions. His publications demonstrate expertise in stochastic processes with heavy-tailed distributions, fractional calculus applications, and statistical inference for complex systems. Notably, he has worked on financial risk assessment (CROBEX modeling), epidemiological modeling (SARS-CoV-2 spread), and biomedical applications (EEG analysis). Professional Activities : Organizer of mathematical conferences, member of program committees (Young Statisticians Meetings), and reviewer for multiple scientific journals Projects : PI for stochastic models projects, participant in EU COST actions, and international bilateral collaborations

• Endodontics
• Periodontics
• Dental Education
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Marcela Patricia Alcota Rojas is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Chile , where she teaches in the Department of Conservative Dentistry and coordinates postgraduate programs. Her academic career spans over two decades, with leadership roles such as Director of the Graduate School (2022–2026). She holds a Doctorate from the University of the Basque Country (2017), a Master’s from the University of Chile (2009), and specialized clinical training in Conservative Dentistry. Doctor in Conservative Dentistry (University of the Basque Country, 2017) Master in Dental Sciences (University of Chile, 2009) Specialist in Conservative Dentistry (University of Concepción, 1999) Dental Surgeon (University of Chile, 1993) Her research bridges endodontic techniques , periodontal disease mechanisms , and professionalism in dental education . She has published extensively on topics like root canal instrumentation, proteomic analysis in periodontitis, and ethical practices in dental training. Her recent work highlights ferroptosis in periodontal inflammation and regenerative scaffolds for immature teeth. As a mentor, she has supervised over 15 theses on root canal transport, ultrasonic irrigation, and endodontic materials. Despite her focus on clinical and educational research, no specific scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Her leadership in the Graduate School and multi-semester teaching roles underscores her institutional influence.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Nanostructure Physics
• X-ray Diffraction
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Mgr. Lukáš Horák, Ph.D. is a researcher at the Department of Condensed Matter Physics , Faculty of Mathematics and Physics , Charles University in Prague. His work focuses on structural characterization of epitaxial layers, ferromagnetic semiconductors, and perovskite materials using advanced X-ray techniques and simulations. Specializes in high-resolution X-ray diffraction and synchrotron experiments (ESRF, Diamond, Soleil, APS) Develops MATLAB-based simulations for diffraction data fitting and reciprocal space mapping Investigates strain effects in superlattices and topological materials His recent publications highlight research trends in: Magnetoresistance in heterostructures Phase segregation in mixed-halide perovskites Spin-orbit coupling in quantum materials Strain engineering of crystal symmetry Two-dimensional antiferromagnets Epitaxial thin film characterization Horák has participated in 22 international synchrotron experiments and co-authored 59 publications with an h-index of 13.

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
• Human Factors
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Professor Robert Honey is a faculty member at Cardiff University's School of Psychology, where he co-directs Human Factors Excellence (HuFEx) and serves as Cardiff Lead for the BBSRC SWBio Doctoral Training Programme. His research examines how humans and animals adapt to environments through computational modeling, neurobehavioral systems, and real-world behavioral experiments, with applications in emergency services decision-making. Research interests span: Neuroscience & Cognitive Science : Computational models of learning (e.g., HeiDI framework), Pavlovian conditioning mechanisms, and neural basis of adaptive behavior Human Factors : Decision-making in high-stakes environments (firefighting, emergency response) Cross-species Learning : Comparative studies of perceptual learning, associative processes, and behavioral plasticity Honors include election as Honorary President of the Experimental Psychology Society . He contributes to national safety policy through memberships in: Academic Reference Group for Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services Academic Collaboration, Evaluation and Research Group (National Fire Chiefs Council) Teaching includes coordination of the Final Year module Animal Learning and Cognition , seminars in Year Two psychology, and supervision of student research projects.