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Guadalupe Xochitl AyalaView profile

Professor

• Public Health
• Behavioral Science
• Obesity Prevention
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Guadalupe Xochitl Ayala, PhD, MPH, is a Professor in the Department of Health Promotion and Behavioral Science at San Diego State University's School of Public Health. She holds leadership roles including Co-Director of the Imperial County Clinical Research Network and former Division Head of Health Promotion and Behavioral Science. Her work focuses on reducing health disparities through community-based interventions targeting obesity, diabetes, and Latino health. Dr. Ayala is affiliated with the Institute for Behavioral and Community Health, SDSU HealthLINK Center, and the San Diego Prevention Research Center. Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology (Behavioral Medicine Track) from SDSU-UCSD Joint Program (2002), MPH from SDSU (2002), and prior degrees from University of San Diego and California State University, San Marcos. Research emphasizes culturally tailored interventions, peer support systems, and environmental strategies to improve health behaviors. Over 200 peer-reviewed publications address topics like family-based obesity prevention, diabetes management, and food environment interventions. Key grants include NIH-funded projects on childhood obesity, dental health, and chronic disease control. Awards include recognition for transdisciplinary research in Imperial County and contributions to Peers for Progress initiatives. Dr. Ayala leads teams in Imperial County Clinical Research Network and CA-CORD obesity demonstration projects, integrating clinical, community, and policy approaches.

Rafid Al-KhannakView profile

Associate Professor

• Cloud Computing
• Cybersecurity
• Distributed Systems
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Dr. Rafid Al-Khannak is an Associate Professor in Computing at Buckinghamshire New University. He holds a PhD in Engineering and IT from the University of Bolton, completed in collaboration with Siemens AG. His research focuses on engineering and IT operational development, particularly in cloud computing, distributed systems, cybersecurity, and infrastructure automation. Al-Khannak maintains industry collaborations with Amazon and Siemens on cloud implementation and security projects. Key research areas include: Secure cloud migration frameworks using AWS hybrid models Infrastructure automation through CI/CD pipelines Penetration testing methodologies for cloud applications AI-enhanced education system transformation Healthcare application development for specialized needs

• Non-Equilibrium Statistical Physics
• Plasma Turbulence
• Fluid Dynamics
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Eun-jin Kim is a Professor at Coventry University's Research Centre for Fluid and Complex Systems. Her work bridges theoretical physics and applied systems, focusing on non-equilibrium processes, turbulence, and self-organisation in plasmas, fluids, and biosystems. She holds a PhD from the University of Chicago and previously held roles at the University of Sheffield, University of Leeds, and others. Education: PhD in Physics (University of Chicago), BSc in Physics (Yonsei University) Her research explores complexity in systems like fusion plasmas, cardiovascular dynamics, and stellar magnetic fields using statistical mechanics and information theory. Recent work includes studies on plasma turbulence, cardiac homeostasis breakdown, and solar magnetic field evolution. She has supervised over 15 PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. Key contributions include developing the information length framework to model system complexity and advancing non-equilibrium statistical theory for fusion plasmas. Awards: 2020 Exceptional Performance Award, 2023 EPSRC Fellowship Active in international collaborations, her lab focuses on plasma confinement optimization and multiscale biosystem modeling. Current projects include cardiac dynamics control and fractional calculus applications in transport phenomena.

Houssam AbbasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Ethics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber-Physical Systems
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Houssam Abbas is an Assistant Professor in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Oregon State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University and has professional experience in SoC verification at Intel and postdoctoral research at the University of Pennsylvania. His work focuses on computational ethics for AI agents, design/verification of cyber-physical systems, and autonomous systems like self-driving cars and drones. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Arizona State University (2015) M.Sc., Electrical Engineering, Arizona State University (2006) B.Eng., Computer and Communications Engineering, American University of Beirut (2004) Abbas' research integrates deontic logic for ethical obligations in AI, distributed verification techniques for autonomous systems, and fair control algorithms for aerial missions. He co-leads the F1/10 autonomous racing initiative and teaches hands-on courses on self-driving cars. Awards: 2022 NSF CAREER Award 2022 Grainger Foundation Frontiers of Engineering Symposium Participant Grants & Projects: NSF CCRI Grant for F1/10 Racecar platforms (with Penn and Clemson) FAA ASSURE project on UAV cybersecurity Lab/Teams: His work involves the Autonomous Systems Lab , focusing on ethical AI, robotics, and formal verification tools like the F1/10 platform.

• Mechanoresponsive Materials
• Supramolecular Self-Assembly
• Smart Delivery Systems
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Xiaocun Lu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry at Clarkson University's Coulter School of Engineering & Applied Sciences and Director of the SmartPASS Lab. His research focuses on mechanoresponsive materials, supramolecular self-assembly, and micro/nanocapsule-based smart delivery systems for applications in sensing, self-healing, and controlled release. Education includes: Chemistry and MatSE Postdoctorate - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2015) PhD in Polymer Science - The University of Akron (2013) BS in Chemistry - Peking University (2005) His research integrates contact-initiated polymerization (CIP) and aggregation-induced emission (AIE) to develop next-generation stimuli-responsive materials. Current projects aim to create autonomous materials for chemical sensing, structural health monitoring, and controlled payload release, with emphasis on designing mesoscale structures like functionalized colloids and metallosupramolecular architectures. Publications demonstrate expertise in mechanochromic materials, encapsulation technologies, and self-assembly. Recent articles explore force-induced chromism, self-reporting coatings, and ion-triggered release systems. Trends highlight innovation in polymer chemistry, material responsiveness, and nanoscale engineering. No awards are listed in the provided information. No specific advising or grant information is explicitly mentioned in the text. Leads the SmartPASS Lab focusing on stimuli-responsive materials. Research involves interdisciplinary collaboration across chemistry and materials engineering.

Hao LouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Pharmaceutical Formulations
• Computational Modeling
• Molecular Dynamics
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Dr. Hao Lou is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy. His research integrates computational modeling and experimental approaches to advance drug formulation design, with emphasis on subcutaneous delivery systems for biologics and oral formulations. Research focuses on: Computational pharmaceutics using machine learning and molecular dynamics Subcutaneous delivery of monoclonal antibodies and protein therapeutics In vitro emulation of subcutaneous absorption (ESCAR system) Formulation optimization for cyclic peptides and biologics Protein stabilization and drying techniques Recent publications demonstrate novel applications of molecular dynamics simulations in predicting peptide properties, optimizing high-concentration protein formulations, and developing biorelevant dissolution methods. Work appears in pharmaceutical sciences journals covering formulation design and computational modeling. Developed innovative platforms including an Emulator of Subcutaneous Absorption and Release (ESCAR) and protein-hyaluronic acid precipitation techniques. Contributes to advancing dry powder processing for inhaled formulations.

Stefon van NoordtView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Developmental Psychology
• Neuroimaging
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Dr. Stefon van Noordt is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Mount Saint Vincent University. His research focuses on understanding brain-based markers of attention control and performance monitoring, particularly in developmental and individual differences contexts. He integrates behavioral, imaging, and computational tools to study neural dynamics in normative and pathological states like anxiety. His work is supported by NSERC, CIHR, and other institutions. He holds postdoctoral training from McGill University and Yale University. Education includes a Ph.D. in Psychology (2016) from Brock University, with postdoctoral fellowships at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Yale Child Study Centre. His research emphasizes EEG analysis, autism risk prediction, and medial frontal theta oscillations. Research interests span cognitive neuroscience, developmental psychology, and neuroimaging, with a focus on EEG methodologies and their application to autism spectrum disorder. Recent work includes studies on infant EEG connectivity, social exclusion effects, and neural responses to peer feedback. Dr. van Noordt collaborates on projects like the EEG-IP platform for international infant data integration and has published extensively on EEG biomarkers and neurodevelopmental trajectories. He mentors students in Honours thesis projects and postdoctoral training.

Rachel EE Pui LaiView profile

Associate Professor

• Cancer Therapeutics
• Antimicrobial Peptides
• Drug Delivery Systems
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Associate Professor Rachel EE Pui Lai is affiliated with the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the National University of Singapore (NUS), part of the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on cancer therapeutics, antimicrobial peptides, drug delivery systems, and regenerative medicine. She holds a BSc (Pharm) from NUS and a PhD from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Research Interests: Development of antimicrobial peptides and peptoids targeting drug-resistant bacteria and mycobacteria. Design of hydrogels for stem cell delivery, wound care, and bioprinting applications. Wnt signaling pathway modulation in cancer and neuroprotection. Her work emphasizes translational research, including collaborations with institutions like the University of Tromsø and the Max Planck Institute. Recent studies highlight innovations in peptide-based therapies and biomaterials for combating antibiotic resistance. Grants & Advising: Advises PhD and Master's students on projects involving antimicrobial nanonets, hydrogel engineering, and peptide design. Students have won awards such as the 'Best Poster' at the Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium and the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship. Lab Activities: The Ee Research Group focuses on pharmaceutical science innovations, including the development of anti-infective biomaterials and drug delivery systems. Hosts international conferences and collaborates globally through programs like the IPSF exchange.

Rosario B. Jaime-LaraView profile

Assistant Professor

• Nutrition
• Neurophysiology
• Obesity Research
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Rosario B. Jaime-Lara is an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Nursing. She holds advanced degrees including a PhD in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania, MSN from Columbia University, and dual BS degrees in Nursing and Biological Sciences from University of Pennsylvania and UC Davis. Her research focuses on neurophysiological mechanisms of eating behavior, nutritional disparities in Mexican-American communities, and chemosensory science. Key themes include obesity research, sensory neuroscience, and translational clinical studies. She employs rodent models and clinical research methodologies to explore taste/smell physiology and metabolic health. Jaime-Lara has received over 17 honors including the 2022 Hommer Memorial Award and multiple diversity fellowships. Her work spans interdisciplinary collaborations in genomics, microbiome research, and health IT interventions for chronic disease management. Recent publications emphasize olfactory dysfunction in coronaviruses, fat taste mediators, and metabolic profiling. Her research bridges basic science and clinical practice, with particular attention to underserved populations.

Amy BlumView profile

Associate Professor

• Nanomaterials
• Self-Assembly
• Biotemplating
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Amy Blum is an Associate Professor in McGill University's Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Science. Her research focuses on creating novel nanostructured materials through biomolecular self-assembly, utilizing DNA, proteins, and virus particles as scaffolds for functional nanomaterials. She holds a BA from Princeton University (1994), PhD from the University of Washington (2000), and conducted postdoctoral research at the Naval Research Laboratory (2001-2008). Research areas include: Design of virus-templated nanomaterials Plasmonic nanostructures for sensing Molecular electronics platforms Magnetic nanoparticle assemblies Recent publications demonstrate advances in structural characterization of viral assemblies, synthesis of bimetallic nanoparticles, plasmonic nanostructures, and catalytic applications of biotemplated materials. Key themes include tobacco mosaic virus templates, plasmonic enhancement mechanisms, nanoparticle synthesis, and surface chemistry. Awards: NRL Sigma Xi Young Investigator Award (2006) The Blum Group develops novel assembly strategies combining biological precision with materials functionality for applications in sensing, catalysis, and photonics.

Rahat MasoodView profile

Lecturer

• Cybersecurity
• Privacy Technologies
• Authentication & Authorization
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Dr. Rahat Masood is a Lecturer at the School of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), UNSW Sydney. Her research focuses on cybersecurity, including privacy-preserving technologies, authentication mechanisms, critical infrastructure protection, and network security analysis. She holds a PhD in Information Security and Privacy from UNSW (Data61-CSIRO, Australia), an MS in Computer and Communication Security from NUST, Pakistan, and a B.Sc. in Software Engineering from the University of Engineering & Technology, Pakistan. Her academic contributions span theoretical and applied cybersecurity domains. Dr. Masood’s educational background includes: PhD: Information Security and Privacy (UNSW, Data61-CSIRO, Australia) MS: Computer and Communication Security (NUST, Pakistan) B.Sc.: Software Engineering (University of Engineering & Technology, Pakistan) Her research interests emphasize privacy technologies, authentication systems, and securing distributed energy resources. Recent work includes developing frameworks for quantifying privacy risks and analyzing social media manipulations. She employs data-driven methodologies and machine learning to address challenges such as WiFi device tracking and federated learning security. In her publications, she highlights trends in privacy controls usability, satirical news detection using multilingual models, and threat modeling for critical infrastructure. These studies underscore her commitment to bridging cybersecurity theory with real-world applications. No scientific awards are mentioned in the provided texts. Her teaching and supervision roles at UNSW are active, though specific student advisees or grant details are not listed. She is affiliated with Data61-CSIRO through her PhD and contributes to interdisciplinary cybersecurity efforts within CSE.

Archie ChapmanView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Game Theory
• Optimization
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Associate Professor Archie Chapman is an Associate Professor in Computer Science and Deputy Director (Teaching and Learning) at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Queensland. His research focuses on applying artificial intelligence, game theory, optimization, and machine learning to address challenges in future power systems, including renewable energy integration and battery storage optimization. Prior to UQ, he held roles as a Research Fellow in Smart Grids at the University of Sydney (2011-2019) and a postdoc at the University of Southampton (2009-2010), where he completed his PhD in 2004. Research interests include: - Large-scale optimization for energy systems - Demand response and peer-to-peer energy trading - Renewable energy integration and grid stability - Battery storage strategies for smart grids - Algorithmic game theory for energy market design Notable projects: - Bruny Island battery trial for network congestion management - Analysis of tariff impacts on solar households - Development of decentralized energy management frameworks Publications span over 100 articles, with recent work focusing on: - Prosumer battery systems and capacity firming (2025) - Unbalanced optimal power flow benchmarks (2024) - P2P energy trading mechanisms (2021-2023) Expertise includes: - Techno-economic analysis of energy systems - Distributed optimization algorithms - Policy and market design for renewable integration

Gabriele OettingenView profile

Professor

• Social Psychology
• Psychology of Motivation
• Goal Setting
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Gabriele Oettingen is a Professor of Psychology at New York University (since 2002) and the University of Hamburg (since 2000). Her work focuses on self-regulation processes, particularly mental contrasting with implementation intentions (MCII), which bridges positive fantasies and actionable goals. She holds a M.A. in Biology from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (1982), a Ph.D. in Biology (Ethology) from the same institution and the Max Planck Institute for Behavioral Physiology (1986), and a Habilitation in Psychology from Free University Berlin (1996). Her research explores how individuals engage with and disengage from goals, emphasizing the interplay between positive fantasies and realistic evaluations. Key areas include health behavior change, interpersonal relationships, and decision-making. Notable contributions include the development of the WOOP intervention (Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, Plan) for goal achievement. She has held positions at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development and the University of Pennsylvania. Research Interests: Self-regulation strategies, goal-setting mechanisms, mental contrasting, disengagement from unattainable goals, and applications in health, education, and clinical settings. Her work integrates cognitive, motivational, and cultural perspectives to understand human behavior. Lab: Motivation Lab at NYU Publications: Over 200 peer-reviewed articles and books, including *Rethinking Positive Thinking* (2014).

Frank E. TalkeView profile

Professor

• Medical Device Technology
• Information Storage
• Tribology
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Frank E. Talke is the CMRR Endowed Chair Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UC San Diego. His research focuses on medical device technology and information storage systems. He has contributed to advancements in hard disk drive tribology, thermal flying height control, and biomedical innovations like intraocular pressure sensors and 3D-printed endoscopes. Talke holds over 350 publications and 11 patents, with honors including the ASME Medal, Tribology Gold Medal, and membership in the National Academy of Engineering. Education: Diplom-Ingenieur (1965, University of Stuttgart), M.S. and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (1966, 1968, UC Berkeley), honorary doctorate from Technical University of Munich (2005). Research interests span interdisciplinary fields combining mechanical engineering, materials science, and precision instrumentation. Current projects include medical device development (e.g., biofilm-resistant catheters, detachable bronchoscopes) and information storage tribology. His work emphasizes translational applications in both engineering and healthcare sectors. Key Awards: ASME Medal (2008), Tribology Gold Medal (2010), Honorary ASME Membership (2018). Grants and Funding: Extensive industry and academic collaborations in disk drive technology and biomedical engineering. Labs/Teams: Leads the Center for Memory and Recording Research (CMRR), fostering interdisciplinary research in data storage and medical devices.

Neil CameronView profile

Professor

• Polymer Chemistry
• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
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Professor Neil Cameron is the Monash Warwick Alliance Professor of Polymer Materials, splitting his time between Monash University's Department of Materials Science and Engineering (Australia) and the University of Warwick's School of Engineering (UK). His research focuses on polymeric biomaterials for applications in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and drug delivery. He holds a PhD in Polymer Chemistry and a BSc in Chemistry from the University of Strathclyde. Key research themes include: New Tools for Biology: Scaffolds for 3D cell culture, glycopolymers, and polypeptides. New Tools for Chemistry: Supported catalysts and mass spectrometry methods for polymer sequencing. Materials for Medicine: Drug delivery systems targeting the eye, nanomedicine, and biodegradable scaffolds. Synthetic Biology: Polymersome-based protocells and glycosylated nanoparticles. His projects span interdisciplinary collaborations, including the development of biodegradable ligament scaffolds, functionalized cellulose materials, and novel mass spectrometry techniques. He leads or co-investigates grants such as the SURE-Poly project on recyclable polymers and the NHMRC Equipment Grant for UV lamp adaptors. Labs/Teams: Active in Monash’s Materials Science group and collaborates with Warwick researchers. His lab specializes in biomaterials design, with a focus on scalable production and clinical applications.