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Melinda SpeersView profile

Assistant Professor

• Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS)
• Microfluidics
• Point-of-Care Diagnostics
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Melinda Speers is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the Case School of Engineering, Case Western Reserve University. Her research focuses on developing lab-on-a-chip devices to address critical health challenges in cancer, global health, and biological modeling. Her work integrates Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS), microfluidics, and organ-on-a-chip technologies for point-of-care diagnostics and biomedical applications. Her research interests include MEMS, microfluidics, point-of-care diagnostics, and organ-on-a-chip systems. These technologies enable precise manipulation of fluids and particles at microscales, with applications in disease diagnostics and biological modeling. Her publications highlight innovations in electrostatic actuators, microfluidic particle sorting, and biomedical MEMS devices. Dr. Speers' articles reflect a focus on actuator dynamics, microfluidic bifurcations, and biomedical MEMS integration, demonstrating her expertise in both mechanical engineering and biomedical applications. While no awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, her research contributions span from foundational actuator design to applied diagnostic platforms. She leads efforts in designing lab-on-a-chip systems that bridge engineering and healthcare, with potential for global health impact.

• VLSI Design
• AI/ML Processor Design
• Secure Computer Architecture
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Dr. Abbas A. Fairouz is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Engineering Department at Kuwait University. He holds a PhD from Texas A&M University (2019) and BS/MS degrees from Kuwait University (2006/2011). He previously served as a system engineer at Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity & Water (2006–2014) and as a part-time faculty member at PAAET's Higher Institute of Telecommunication and Navigation (2008–2010). Affiliations: Academic Visitor at University of Oxford (OSCAR Research Group) Research Focus: VLSI design, AI/ML processor architecture, secure computer systems, microarchitecture optimization, and FPGA-based acceleration. His current projects include hardware-based sorting networks, privacy-preserving instant messaging systems, and chiplet-based secure architectures. He has received the President of Kuwait Award (2012) and was a best paper nominee at GLSVLSI'17. His work spans hardware-software co-design for cryptographic accelerators, special function units (SFUs), and low-power NoC routers. Collaborations include the Oxford Secure Computer Architecture Research (OSCAR) group.

James SturmView profile

Professor

• Microelectronics
• Macroelectronics
• VLSI Technology
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James C. Sturm is the Stephen R. Forrest Professor of Electrical Engineering and Associated Faculty at the Princeton Materials Institute. He leads the Sturm Lab, focusing on materials, processing, and devices for microelectronics and macroelectronics. His work spans silicon-based heterojunctions, three-dimensional integration, and large-area electronics for flexible displays and biomedical applications. He holds a B.S.E. from Princeton University and a Ph.D. from Stanford University. His research bridges nanoscale device scaling and low-cost, large-area manufacturing technologies for organic semiconductors and TFTs. Key research areas include VLSI scaling, optoelectronics, and applications of zinc-oxide thin-film transistors (ZnO TFTs) for GHz circuits. He has pioneered methods for microfluidic cell processing and structural health monitoring using sensing sheets. His lab develops soft robotics and hybrid LAE-CMOS systems for tactile sensing skins. Education: Ph.D., Stanford University, 1985 M.S.E.E., Stanford University, 1981 B.S.E., Electrical Engineering (Engineering Physics), Princeton University, 1979 His publications highlight breakthroughs in GHz-frequency electronics, piezoelectric robotics, and large-area RFID systems. Awards include the IEEE Fellowship and Princeton’s President’s Distinguished Teaching Award. He advises students in microelectronics, macroelectronics, and biomedical engineering. Recent work integrates AI with large-area electronics for smart spaces and explores drug gradient effects on cancer cell evolution. The Sturm Lab collaborates on projects like the 'evolution accelerator' for real-time cancer cell observation and 3D semiconductor integration with industrial FDSOI platforms.

Sonja GrünView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Neural Networks
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Prof. Sonja Grün is a Professor and Director of the Computational and Systems Neuroscience division (IAS-6) and the JARA-Institute Brain structure-function relationships (INM-10) at Forschungszentrum Jülich. She leads the Statistical Neuroscience research group, focusing on cell assemblies, dynamical neuronal interactions in cortex, higher-order correlation analysis, and reproducible workflows. Her work bridges experimental and computational approaches to understand neural coding and network dynamics. Key contributions include methodologies for spike pattern detection (e.g., SPADE) and tools for data curation (UnitRefine). She actively develops neuroinformatics standards (e.g., Neuroelectrophysiology Analysis Ontology) and promotes reproducible research through provenance tracking initiatives like NFDI-Neuro. Her research spans motor cortex activity, visual processing, and model validation frameworks. Research interests emphasize spatio-temporal spike patterns, cortical network models, and artifact detection in high-density recordings. She collaborates on projects integrating electrophysiological data with computational simulations (e.g., NEST) and brain wave analysis (Cobrawap). Current efforts address challenges in data sharing, artifact removal, and scalable analysis pipelines for heterogeneous datasets.

Henrik NielsenView profile

Associate Professor

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Machine Learning
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Henrik Nielsen is an Associate Professor at the Department of Bioinformatics, Technical University of Denmark, specializing in protein sorting prediction and signal peptide analysis. His research leverages deep learning and protein language models to advance subcellular localization and secretion pathway studies. Department of Bioinformatics, DTU Focus on signal peptides, protein targeting, and computational methods His recent work includes SignalP 6.0 , DeepLoc 2.1 , and SpanSeq , highlighting the integration of protein language models for multi-label localization prediction and sequence data splitting. Collaborations span projects in pathogenic eukaryotes, vaccine development, and structural bioinformatics. Notable contributions include: Development of SignalP: a cornerstone tool for signal peptide cleavage prediction Creation of DeepLoc for membrane protein type classification Advancing SpanSeq to optimize deep learning model assessment He has supervised PhD candidates in protein sorting, bioinformatics, and sequence analysis, with a focus on improving vaccine design and pathogen characterization through computational approaches.

• Agricultural Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Sustainable Development
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Privatdozent Dr. Ulrich Morawetz is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for Sustainable Economic Development within the Department of Economic and Social Sciences at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna. He holds a doctorate in Natural Resources and Life Sciences (2011) and a degree in Economics from the University of Vienna (2004). His work focuses on agricultural economics, environmental economics, and sustainable development, with significant contributions to climate change adaptation, policy evaluation, and consumer behavior in agrarian markets.

Yasemin SoysalView profile

Research Professor

• Global Sociology
• Citizenship Studies
• Nation-State
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Yasemin Soysal serves as Research Professor of Global Sociology at the WZB Berlin Social Science Center and University Professor at the Free University of Berlin, where she also holds the position of Deputy Co-director and leading Principal Investigator for the SCRIPTS Cluster of Excellence. Her academic career spans prestigious institutions including Stanford University (PhD), Harvard University, and the University of Essex. Soysal's research centers on global sociological perspectives examining nation-state evolution and citizenship reconfigurations, with particular focus on how global cultural frameworks diffuse, manifest contradictions, and face contestation. Her work integrates institutional analysis with transnational dynamics, exploring themes like agentic individualism, meritocratic citizenship, and the interplay between global forces and local enactments across diverse contexts including Europe, China, and the Philippines. Recent publications reveal three dominant research trajectories: climate skepticism within populist movements, transnational educational mobility patterns, and the evolving architecture of citizenship in liberal democracies. Her 2020-2025 work demonstrates methodological sophistication through multi-sited comparative designs and mixed-method approaches, consistently challenging conventional understandings of globalization's impact on social institutions. Her scholarly recognition includes: German Marshall Fund Fellowship National Academy of Education Membership National Endowment for the Humanities Award Jean Monnet EUI Fellowship Wissenschaftskolleg Berlin Fellowship Niklas Luhmann Distinguished Professorship at Bielefeld University Soysal directs major international research initiatives funded by the British Academy, UK Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), German Research Foundation (DFG), and Chinese National Science Foundation (CNSF). Her current projects include 'The Future of Liberal Citizenship' (2022-), 'Ecology of Individuals’ Disposition for Climate Change Populism' (2022-2025), and 'Science Contestations' (2024-), reflecting her leadership in securing competitive transnational funding. As Deputy Co-director of the SCRIPTS Cluster of Excellence at Freie Universität Berlin, she leads interdisciplinary teams investigating challenges to liberal democracy through comparative analysis of global protest movements, citizenship transformations, and institutional resilience across 15+ countries, with strong collaborative networks in East Asia and Europe.

Harald LukschView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Neuroethology
• Computational Neuroscience
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Prof. Dr. Harald Luksch is a faculty member at the Department of Zoology , Technical University of Munich , and has led the Leonardo da Vinci Center for Bionics since 2018. He previously served as Dean of Biosciences (2016–2018), Vice-Speaker of the Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience (2012–2017), and Department Speaker for Animal Sciences (2010–2016) at TU Munich. Education: Diplomarbeit (1989) at University of Bonn , conducted at University of Cologne under Prof. Walkowiak Dissertation (1990–1994) at University of Cologne on auditory midbrain neuroanatomy/physiology of Discoglossus pictus Habilitation (2002) at RWTH Aachen for Zoology Research Interests focus on: Cellular Mechanisms: Understanding information processing in neurons via whole-cell patch clamping, electrostimulation, and in vitro brain slice physiology, primarily in the vertebrate optic tectum of birds. Feedback Loops: Studying tectal-isthmic circuits as winner-takes-all systems, using in vitro analysis to dissect molecular factors like R-Cadherin in embryonic development. Multimodal Interactions: Examining how auditory, somatosensory, and infrared afferents align with visual maps in the optic tectum, with implications for error signaling in sensory calibration. Developmental Neuroscience: Investigating neuronal network formation in precocial species (e.g., chickens) through cell culture techniques , magnetic cell sorting , and biohybrid circuits . Article Trends reveal expertise in neuronal connectivity (tectum, isthmus), sensory integration (visual-auditory, echo-acoustic flow), and developmental neurobiology (R-Cadherin, CARTp localization, multimodal calibration). Techniques span intracellular recording , optical imaging , uncaging experiments , and embryonic manipulations . Scientific Affiliations include memberships in the Society for Neuroscience , International Society for Neuroethology , FENS , and V-BIO . Collaborations span institutions like University of California, San Diego , RWTH Aachen , and University of Bremen . Labs/Teams are embedded in the Chair of Zoology at TU Munich, with methodological focus on neuronal tracing , patch-clamp physiology , and developmental studies . Current projects include in-vivo electrophysiology in behaving animals, optical imaging of isthmic feedback, and uncaging experiments for synaptic analysis.

Stefan SemrauView profile

Associate Professor

• Cell-fate Decision-making
• Single-cell Transcriptomics
• Stem Cell Biology
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Dr. Stefan Semrau is an Associate Professor at the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION) within the Faculty of Science at Leiden University . His research focuses on quantitative single-cell biology, particularly studying cell-fate decision-making using embryonic stem cells as a model system. Develops single-cell RNA-seq and single-molecule FISH methods Applies machine learning and mathematical modeling to decode stem cell differentiation Investigates interplay of epigenetics, cell cycle, and signaling molecules His work addresses both fundamental biological dynamics and applications in regenerative medicine and cancer stem cell eradication . Recent publications emphasize single-cell transcriptomics and gene fusion quantification . The Semrau Lab maintains collaborations across disciplines and develops tools like fuseFISH for cancer research. Scientific Awards FOM-Projectruimte Grant (2016) for stem cell dynamics research Advising & Collaborations Current advisees include PhD students studying retinoic acid-induced differentiation and lineage priming. The lab integrates computational and experimental approaches through partnerships with biotech and physics teams.

V. Daniel R. Guide Jr.View profile

Professor

• Sustainable Operations
• Closed-loop Supply Chain
• Remanufacturing
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V. Daniel R. Guide Jr. is the Smeal Chair Professor in the Department of Supply Chain and Information Systems at the Smeal College of Business, Pennsylvania State University. He is a leading scholar in sustainable operations, focusing on closed-loop supply chains, remanufacturing, and product returns. His research bridges operations management with environmental sustainability and business model innovation. His research interests include sustainable operations, remanufacturing, reverse logistics, servicizing, and supply chain transparency. He investigates how companies can redesign business models—such as selling product functions instead of ownership—to reduce environmental impact while maintaining profitability. His work often addresses challenges in inter-functional coordination, data transparency, and ethical publishing in operations research. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on remanufacturing, closed-loop systems, and sustainable business models. Key themes include the economic and operational aspects of product returns, the role of transparency in procurement, and the impact of mass customization on fast fashion. His work frequently appears in top-tier journals like the Journal of Operations Management and Production and Operations Management , indicating strong influence in the field. Guide has served as co-editor of the Journal of Operations Management , where he emphasized ethical publishing practices, including transparency in data usage, conflict of interest disclosure, and reviewer reciprocity. He has advocated for scholarly integrity and peer review professionalism, reinforcing the journal’s standards. He has advised on inter-functional coordination in remanufacturing firms and explored the economic implications of core acquisition and demand uncertainty. While specific grants are not mentioned, his editorial leadership and frequent publications suggest substantial research support. He has collaborated with scholars such as S. Bansal, A. Mutha, and M. Ketokivi on multiple projects. Guide is affiliated with Penn State’s research initiatives in equitable communities and the built environment. His work contributes to broader sustainability efforts through operational innovations in manufacturing and supply chains. He is also linked to Elsevier Pure and IEEE research themes, indicating active engagement with global research networks.

• Robotics
• Mechanical Systems
• Aerospace Engineering
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Laura Salamina is a Fixed-Term Assistant Professor at the Politecnico di Torino within the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (DIMEAS) . Her work bridges robotics, mechanical design, and aerospace applications, with a focus on inflatable structures and human-robot collaboration. Research Groups: Mechatronics and Servosystems Teaching: Digital Twins for Mechanical Systems Prognostics, Product Components (Materials and Design) Her research explores robotics for planetary exploration , collaborative manipulation , and digital twin technologies . Recent work includes inflatable robotic arms for space debris removal, spherical planetary rovers, and safety frameworks for industrial robotics. Publications highlight interdisciplinary applications in aerospace, recycling, and energy systems. Key trends in her publications include: Inflatable deployable/retractable structures for aerospace Human-robot collaboration in industrial settings Digital twins for predictive maintenance and leak detection Gyroscopic control systems for planetary rovers Labs/Teams: Active member of the Mechatronics and Servosystems research group.

• Digital Twins
• Complex System Simulation
• Virtual Reality
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Saleh Abdel-Afou Alaliyat is an Associate Professor in Computer Science at the Department of ICT and Natural Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering. He leads the Sustainable Digital Transformation (SDT) R&D Lab. Research Interests: Dr. Alaliyat's work focuses on Digital twin architecture, simulation, and visualization in offshore energy and urban sustainability Artificial intelligence, particularly deep learning, swarm intelligence, and optimization algorithms Virtual worlds, 3D environments, and human-computer interaction Agent-based modeling for environmental and aquaculture systems Computer vision and information security applications Publications: His recent work (2022-2024) emphasizes predictive digital twins for wind energy, smart city applications, computer vision for litter detection, and AI-driven curriculum development. Earlier works (2013-2019) explore agent-based modeling for disease dynamics in aquaculture and swarm optimization algorithms. Teaching: He teaches courses in Game Development, Information Security, Computer Graphics, and Swarm Intelligence at both bachelor's and master's levels. Outreach: He has delivered lectures at international conferences like ECMS 2022 and IEEE ICMSAO 2019.

Crislyn D'Souza-SchoreyView profile

Professor

• Cell Signaling
• Cancer Biology
• Cellular & Molecular Biology
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Crislyn D'Souza-Schorey is the Morris Pollard Professor and a full Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Notre Dame, where she has been a faculty member since 1998. She served as Department Chair from 2014 to 2020 and leads a research laboratory focused on cell signaling and cancer progression. Her research centers on the molecular mechanisms of cell adhesion, motility, and invasion, particularly in the context of cancer. Key areas include ARF6 and Ras-related GTPases, membrane trafficking, extracellular vesicles, epithelial-to-mesenchymal transitions, and metastasis. She employs cellular, organotypic, and animal models, along with clinical samples, to investigate how tumor-derived microvesicles influence cancer progression and serve as potential biomarkers. The recent trend in her publications highlights the critical role of extracellular vesicles—especially tumor microvesicles and supermeres—in intercellular communication, cargo delivery (including pre-miRNA and DNA), and modulation of the tumor microenvironment. Her work bridges cell biology and oncology, with strong implications for diagnostics and therapeutics. She has received recognition as the Morris Pollard Professor, a distinguished title at Notre Dame. Her research has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature Cell Biology , Science Signaling , and Nature Communications . Dr. D'Souza-Schorey has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, including frequent collaborators like James Clancy and Adam Boomgarden. Her lab has secured sustained funding to explore ARF6 signaling, vesicle biology, and cancer metastasis, with future work likely to expand into cardiovascular interactions with cancer and clinical translation of vesicle-based biomarkers. Her laboratory is a hub for interdisciplinary research at the intersection of cell biology and cancer, contributing significantly to understanding how molecular alterations drive invasive phenotypes and tumor dissemination.

• Mineral Processing
• Flotation
• Flocculation
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Tommi Rinne is a University Teacher at the Department of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering, School of Chemical Engineering, Aalto University. His work focuses on sustainable metallurgy, mineral processing, and advanced recycling technologies for lithium-ion batteries. His research interests span flotation, flocculation, battery recycling, resource recovery, and industrial process integration . He applies experimental and analytical techniques such as X-ray computed tomography and image processing to characterize and optimize separation processes. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to responsible consumption and clean energy. The trend in his recent publications shows a strong focus on physical and chemical separation methods for recovering valuable metals (Co, Ni, Cu, Zn) from both spent batteries and historical mining tailings. He emphasizes process integration, selectivity quantification, and industrial scalability, often combining froth flotation, flocculation, and leaching strategies in innovative ways. Tommi Rinne has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Minerals Engineering and Metallurgical and Materials Transactions B , along with two research datasets on foam stability. He collaborates closely with researchers like R. Serna-Guerrero, J. Kuva, and M. Lundström. While no formal awards or grants are listed, his doctoral thesis (2024) highlights significant advancements in Li-ion battery recycling. He is actively involved in research data sharing through Fairdata and has co-authored a doctoral thesis. His work supports the development of circular economy practices in metallurgy and battery waste management.

Holm ZaehresView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Stem Cell Engineering
• Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (iPS)
• Neural Differentiation
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Holm Zaehres is a Senior Lecturer at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine in Münster, Germany, leading the Stem Cell Engineering Laboratory . His work focuses on reprogramming somatic cells to pluripotency using transcription factors like OCT4, SOX2, and KLF4, with significant contributions to induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell generation from neural and hematopoietic progenitors. Key Research Areas: Stem cell engineering, iPS cell differentiation, genome editing, and disease modeling (including Frontotemporal Dementia and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy). Publications: Authored 10+ seminal works in Nature , Cell , and Stem Cells , establishing methods for efficient cellular reprogramming and organoid-based disease studies. Collaborations: Partnered with institutions like University of Bonn, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), and academic hospitals in neurology and hematology.