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Joungyeon KimView profile

Associate Professor

• Financial Accounting
• Accounting Information Systems
• Auditing
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Joungyeon (J.Y.) Kim is an Associate Professor of Accounting and MIS at the School of Business, Indiana University Kokomo . She holds a Ph.D. in Management from Purdue University, alongside Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Chemical Engineering from KAIST. As a licensed CPA in Indiana, her work bridges accounting, technology, and corporate governance. Ph.D. in Management , Purdue University M.S. in Chemical Engineering , KAIST B.S. in Chemical Engineering , KAIST Dr. Kim's research focuses on corporate governance and financial statement fraud , with notable work on the fraud triangle framework and board composition . Her expertise extends to the financial implications of technology adoption , including studies on cloud computing and enterprise systems. She has contributed to pedagogy through ERP teaching modules and collaborative learning strategies. Recent publications emphasize board diversity and corporate social responsibility , linking CEO gender and compensation structures to ethical outcomes. Her work also explores IT workforce yield management and online marketplace dynamics , reflecting interdisciplinary applications of accounting principles. As a member of the Indiana CPA Society , she integrates professional practice with academic inquiry. Her teaching innovations and industry-focused research highlight her dual commitment to education and corporate accountability.

Niels Boysen FeddersenView profile

Associate Professor

• Sociological-Psychological Rehabilitation
• Organizational Culture in Sports
• Adaptation of Psychological Support in Elite Sports
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Niels Boysen Feddersen is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (NIH) , where he teaches in the Department of Teacher Education and Outdoor Studies . With a MSc in Sports Psychology and Sociology from the University of Copenhagen and a PhD in Organizational Psychology in Sports Organizations from Liverpool John Moores University, he brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to his work. His research spans three primary areas: (1) Sociological-Psychological Approaches to Neurological Injury Rehabilitation , collaborating with organizations across Norway, Sweden, Poland, Denmark, and Iceland; (2) Organizational Culture in Sports Organizations , examining power dynamics and destructive culture development in elite sports with federations in the UK, Denmark, and Norway; and (3) Adapting Psychological Support in Elite Sports Environments , particularly through partnerships with English Premier League academies and Norwegian Eliteserien clubs. Feddersen employs qualitative research methods , including ethnography, observational studies, action research, and intervention studies . He emphasizes inclusive physical education and innovative teaching strategies like reverse mentoring and focus groups to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

• Algorithms on strings
• Small-space algorithms
• Data structures
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Tatiana Starikovskaya is an Assistant Professor (Maître de Conférences) in the Computer Science Department at École normale supérieure (ENS), Paris, France. She leads the PARSe project (ANR-20-CE48-0001) focusing on approximation and randomized string processing, and participates in AlgoriDAM (ANR-19-CE48-0016). Co-supervises PhD students T. El Ghazi and Gabriel Bathie Co-chaired CPM 2021; served on program committees for STACS, ESA, ICALP, and others Organized CPM summer school (2023) and 'New Horizons of Stringology' workshop (2024) Research Focus Her work centers on algorithms on strings , small-space algorithms , and streaming models , with applications in bioinformatics and data security. Recent research explores trade-offs between time/space complexity in pattern matching, wildcards, and error-tolerant string analysis. Publications Trends Her recent work spans streaming algorithms , compressed data processing , and approximate pattern matching , with collaborations on challenges like k-mismatch problems, Dyck edit distances, and language distance estimation. Education PhD in Mathematics, Lomonosov Moscow State University (2013) M.Sc. in Data Science (Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology/Yandex, 2009) M.Sc. in Mathematics, Lomonosov Moscow State University (2009)

• Gene regulation
• Bioinformatics
• RNA Biology
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Albin Gustav Sandelin is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in bioinformatics and RNA biology. With a PhD in Functional Genomics from Karolinska Institute (2004) and an MSc in Molecular Biology from Stockholm University (2000), his career spans roles at institutions including RIKEN Yokohama Institute and Tokyo Medical and Dental University. His research focuses on Gene regulation mechanisms Transcription start site dynamics RNA sequencing methodologies Promoter architecture analysis Cancer microenvironment interactions . Recent publications highlight his work in pancreatic cancer adaptation to acidic environments (2024-2025), TLDR-seq for RNA analysis, and JASPAR database development. He supervises PhD students including Eivind Valen and Eric Man-Hung, with a history of teaching bioinformatics courses at Karolinska Institute and Copenhagen University. Key collaborations involve institutions in Japan, Canada, and Sweden, with ongoing contributions to open-access genomic resources like JASPAR.

Janet KumitaView profile

Researcher

• Protein Aggregation
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Biomolecular Condensates
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Dr. Janet Kumita is a Researcher at the Department of Pharmacology , University of Cambridge , focusing on protein aggregation, amyloid formation, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Her work explores the structural, biophysical, and cellular mechanisms of amyloidogenic proteins like alpha-synuclein and lysozyme, using advanced techniques such as microscopy , molecular simulations , and nanoscale optical tweezers . Major Research Themes : Biophysical properties of biomolecular condensates Role of post-translational modifications in protein misfolding Therapeutic strategies to modulate amyloid aggregation Key Article Trends : 2025: Microscopy techniques for condensate material properties 2024: Structural analysis of PR65 and synthetic condensates for protein degradation 2023: Tandem-repeat proteins, designer therapeutics, and N-terminal acetylation effects

John EssigmannView profile

Professor

• DNA Damage
• Mutagenesis
• Carcinogenesis
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John Essigmann is the William R. (1956) and Betsy P. Leitch Professor in Residence of Chemistry at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, with joint appointments in the Department of Chemistry and Department of Biological Engineering. He previously served as Director of the Center for Environmental Health Sciences (2012-2019) and Associate Head of the Department of Chemistry (until 2012). Currently, he directs the MIT T32 Training Grant in Toxicology and maintains an active research program focused on DNA damage mechanisms. His educational background includes undergraduate studies at Northeastern University and a Ph.D. from MIT under Professor Gerald Wogan, a pioneer in toxicology. His doctoral work investigated metabolic activation and DNA binding of aflatoxin B1 and related fungal toxins. Essigmann's research centers on understanding how DNA lesions caused by environmental toxins and chemotherapeutic drugs lead to mutations, cancer, and cell death. His laboratory pioneered methods to synthesize oligonucleotides containing specific DNA adducts and introduce them into viral genomes to study mutational outcomes. This work has provided fundamental insights into carcinogenesis mechanisms and informed the development of anticancer strategies like 'lethal mutagenesis.' His research spans molecular toxicology, DNA repair mechanisms, mutagenesis, and the molecular etiology of human cancer. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on DNA damage mechanisms, with particular emphasis on environmental carcinogens like nitrosamines and aflatoxins. His work increasingly integrates advanced detection technologies, next-generation sequencing, and structural biology approaches to understand mutational signatures and DNA repair pathways. The research shows strong translational potential in cancer prevention, early detection of carcinogens, and development of novel therapeutic strategies. National Cancer Institute Outstanding Investigator Award (1989) Arthur C. Smith Award (1998, 2020) Mutation Research Award for Scientific Excellence (2000) Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Award (2000) Thailand's Gold Medal (2004) MERIT Award from the National Cancer Institute (2008) Martin Luther King, Jr., Leadership Award (2009) Founders Award from the Chemical Toxicology Division of the American Chemical Society (2021) Essigmann has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, with Dr. Bogdan Fedeles representing one prominent example who has published landmark reviews from the Essigmann Lab. His research has been consistently supported by major NIH grants, including a decade-long NCI Outstanding Investigator Award and the current T32 Training Grant in Toxicology. He has served on numerous national review panels, including as past chair of the NIH Chemical Pathology Study Section and service on the Council of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. The Essigmann Lab, housed within MIT's Department of Chemistry, maintains strong collaborative ties with other MIT research groups including the Swager Lab (nanosensors for carcinogen detection). The lab has historically maintained connections with Thailand through research and teaching at the Chulabhorn Research Institute and other Thai institutions, reflecting Essigmann's international recognition for work on problems affecting the developing world.

• Phytochemistry
• Spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS, IR)
• Chromatographic methods
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Dr. Gordana B. Krstic is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Organic Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Belgrade. Her research focuses on Phytochemistry, Spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS, IR), Chromatographic methods, and Chemical weapons analysis. She has been actively involved in international research projects funded by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) and the European Commission. Education: B.Sc. in Chemical Sciences (2007-2011), University of Belgrade. M.Sc. in Chemical Sciences (2011-2012), University of Belgrade. Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences (2012-2019), University of Belgrade. Her scientific work spans the development of analytical methods for OPCW proficiency tests, metabolomics in schizophrenia research, and PFAS challenges in Serbia. She has published extensively on natural products from Euphorbia species and ground beetle secretions, employing LC-MS and NMR techniques. Her projects address chemical weapons verification, biomarker discovery, and environmental contamination. Dr. Krstic is a member of the Serbian Chemical Society and has served on committees for teaching quality improvement and faculty promotion. She teaches courses on structural instrumental methods and metabolomics, and her work integrates spectroscopy, chromatography, and metabolomics for chemical profiling and bioactivity studies.

Johanna BaehrView profile

Researcher

• Hardware Reverse Engineering
• Hardware Security
• Netlist Analysis
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Johanna Baehr is a researcher at the Chair of Information Security at the Technical University of Munich . Her work focuses on hardware security, reverse engineering, and threat detection. She contributes to academic research and teaching, particularly in the area of IT security fundamentals. Research Interests: Hardware reverse engineering, netlist analysis, hardware trojan identification, and hardware obfuscation. Teaching: Basics of IT security. Recent publications analyze hardware security frameworks, obfuscation techniques, and graph-based partitioning algorithms. Her work addresses vulnerabilities in sequential reverse engineering and cryptographic cores through structural interpretation. She collaborates with colleagues like Alexander Hepp and Georg Sigl on hardware security challenges. Publications: Hardware Honeypot: Setting Sequential Reverse Engineering on a Wrong Track (2024) Fault-Simulation-Based Flip-Flop Classification for Reverse Engineering (2024) Open Source Hardware Design and Hardware Reverse Engineering: A Security Analysis (2022) Post-Quantum Logic Locking (2022)

• Applied Mathematics
• Dynamical Systems
• Nonlinear Dynamics
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Antonio Algaba Duran is a Professor at the Higher Technical School of Engineering within the University of Seville , specializing in Applied Mathematics at the Center for Advanced Studies in Physics, Mathematics, and Computing . His research focuses on dynamical systems , nonlinear differential equations , and bifurcation theory , with significant contributions to the analysis of nilpotent singularities , homoclinic/heteroclinic orbits , and chaotic behavior in systems like the Lorenz , Chen , and Lü systems . Education : PhD from University of Seville (1996), thesis on Hypernormal forms and bifurcations in flat and three-dimensional systems , supervised by Emilio Freire Macías and Estanislao Gamero Gutiérrez. Research Highlights : 131+ publications since 1998, including 2 preprints Developed algorithms for normal forms and nonlinear time transformations to analyze canard explosions and homoclinic bifurcations Key work on Z2-symmetric systems , inverse integrating factors , and geometric criteria for centers Collaborators : Cristóbal García, Alejandro J. Rodríguez-Luis, Manuel Merino, Estanislao Gamero, and others. His scientific work spans applications in electronic circuits, biological systems, and physical models, with a focus on structural stability , analytic integrability , and global bifurcations .

• Structural Geology
• Geochronology
• Sedimentology
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Patrick Meere is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Geology, School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University College Cork , where he has been affiliated since 1999. His work bridges structural geology, geochronology, and sediment provenance studies , with a focus on the Variscan orogeny in southwest Ireland. BSc in Geology (University College Galway, 1988) PhD in Structural Geology (University College Cork, 1992) Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching & Learning (University College Cork, 2005) His research interests include finite strain analysis in sedimentary rocks, isotopic dating of deformation events, and fluid migration in tectonic settings. He pioneered 40Ar/39Ar UV laser ablation for cleavage dating in sandstone-dominated lithologies and developed software tools like CASRG and IPSAT for automated strain analysis. Recent peer-reviewed work spans geothermal energy potential in Ireland, copper mineralization chronology, and sediment routing from southern Ireland to offshore basins. His grants include €4M+ from the European Commission and SFI for geofluid dynamics and critical mineral deposits. Marie Curie Fellowship (1992) National Forum for Teaching & Learning Award (2014) UCC President’s Award for teaching innovation (2004, 2013) As a educator , he coordinates undergraduate and MSc modules, supervises postgraduates, and organizes field courses. He collaborates with institutions in the U.S.A. (University of Montana) , Germany (University of Potsdam) , and Holland (University of Utrecht) .

Pierre-Yves BaudotView profile

Professor

• Sociology
• Political Science
• Disability Policies
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Pierre-Yves Baudot is a Professor of Sociology at Paris-Dauphine University/PSL, specializing in disability policies, state modernization, and the intersection of digital tools with public administration. He holds leadership roles as co-head of the Social Sciences Degree program and co-head of Preparation for Administrative Competitions at the institution. Current affiliations: Paris-Dauphine University/PSL Previous roles: Lecturer at Paris-13 and Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Universities His research explores: Disability policy governance in France Electoral participation of people with disabilities Digital transformation in administrative procedures Policy layering and institutional dynamics Research Trends & Articles Recent publications analyze the de-democratization of elections through disability and race lenses, the death of rights under legislative changes, and biographical experiences of disabled voters. His work bridges political science, sociology, and digital governance, emphasizing accessibility and institutional accountability. Leadership Roles Active in both academic and policy spheres, he serves on the National Consultative Council for People with Disabilities (CNCPH) and leads educational programs at Paris-Dauphine.

• Genetics
• Plant Biology
• Root Development
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Jose Manuel Pérez Pérez is a Professor in the Department of Applied Biology at the Miguel Hernández University of Elche , where he directs the Genetics of Plant Regeneration and Reproductive Development research group. His work focuses on plant genetics and developmental biology, particularly the molecular mechanisms underlying root system architecture and adventitious root formation. Primary Research Areas: Genetics, Plant Molecular Biotechnology, Root Development, Epigenetics, Stress Response Recent Trends: Hormonal signaling (auxin, ABA, ethylene), transcriptional networks in plant regeneration, epigenetic regulation of root formation, stress-induced architectural adaptations The Institute of Bioengineering hosts his laboratory, where he investigates molecular responses to abiotic stress, chromatin dynamics in root meristems, and hormone-metabolic interactions. Key methodologies include transcriptomics, molecular docking, and in vitro propagation systems.

Richard TownsendView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Finance
• Entrepreneurial Finance
• Behavioral Finance
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Richard Townsend is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Rady School of Management , University of California San Diego, with secondary affiliation at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). His research bridges corporate finance with entrepreneurship and behavioral finance. Stanford University - B.A. Economics Harvard University - Ph.D. Economics (2011) University of California San Diego - Academic Home Dartmouth College - Former Assistant Professor Townsend's research explores: Corporate governance and executive compensation Entrepreneurship and innovation finance Behavioral anomalies in financial markets VC investment patterns during economic cycles Gender bias in early-stage funding Recent work examines: Price dispersion in freight networks Political sentiment's impact on innovation Career risk and entrepreneurial entry Scientific recognition: Kauffman Foundation Junior Faculty Fellowship Journal of Financial Economics Jensen Prize (2nd Prize) AQR Insight Award (1st Prize) His publications appear in top journals including Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, and Management Science. Collaborations with scholars like Kelly Shue and Shai Bernstein reveal how economic shocks propagate through innovation ecosystems.

Małgorzata Ewa JanickaView profile

Professor

• Organic Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
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Dr. Małgorzata Ewa Janicka is a Professor at the University of Maria Curie-Skłodowska in the Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Physical Chemistry. Her research focuses on chromatographic techniques and computational modeling in pharmaceutical chemistry. She uses methods such as RP HPLC, QSAR, QRAR, and micellar liquid chromatography to study lipophilic and biological properties of organic compounds. Research Trends: Her recent publications emphasize predicting pharmacokinetic properties of drugs, blood-brain barrier permeability, anticancer agents, and QSAR modeling. Subfields include IAM chromatography, micellar TLC, and computational toxicology. Publications: She has contributed to journals like Molecules , International Journal of Molecular Sciences , and Arabian Journal of Chemistry . Her scientific work is supported by an ORCID iD (0000-0002-5884-704X) and recognized with a total IF score of 27.695 and a ministerial score of 1,135. She holds a university-wide professor title and offers consultations via Microsoft Teams (code: 4lb5qd5).

• Sustainable metal production using thermochemical/metallothermic reactions
• Titanium physical metallurgy and powder metallurgy
• Sustainable iron and steel making via meltless/powder metallurgy
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Zhigang Zak Fang is a Professor in the Department of Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Utah, specializing in advanced metallurgical processing technologies. His work focuses on sustainable metal production, titanium powder metallurgy, additive manufacturing, and hydrogen storage materials. With over 360 publications and 60 US patents, Fang has commercialized novel titanium production methods that could significantly reduce costs and greenhouse gas emissions. PhD in Materials Science and Engineering (University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1991) MS and BS in Materials Science and Engineering (University of Science and Technology Beijing, 1984) Research Interests: Fang's research bridges materials engineering with environmental sustainability, particularly through hydrogen-assisted metallurgy and powder-based manufacturing. His work on TiFe alloys for hydrogen storage and WC-Co composites demonstrates innovation in both fundamental science and industrial applications. Notable Awards: R&D100 Awards (2009, 2023) Humboldt Research Award (2023) Fellow, National Academy of Inventors (2017) Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Refractory Metals and Hard Materials Grants: Fang has secured ~$30M in external funding, including DOE projects for clean steel production (2024-2027) and ARPA-E energy storage initiatives.