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Shlomo DubnovView profile

Professor

• Music Technology
• Audio Signal Processing
• Machine Learning for Audio
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Shlomo Dubnov is a Professor in the Department of Music at the University of California, San Diego. With an h-index of 36 and over 4,803 citations, his research spans the intersection of music, audio processing, and machine learning, making significant contributions to music information retrieval, sound synthesis, and speech recognition technologies. Dr. Dubnov's primary research interests focus on Music Technology and Audio Signal Processing , with particular expertise in: Machine learning applications for music and audio analysis Sound texture synthesis and modeling Music improvisation systems and computational creativity Audio adversarial examples and security Pitch tracking in noisy environments Multimodal learning for audio-text alignment His recent work demonstrates a strong trend toward applying transformer architectures and contrastive learning techniques to audio processing tasks, with publications in top conferences like IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech, and Language Processing. Dr. Dubnov's research bridges theoretical music concepts with practical audio engineering applications, creating innovative solutions for music generation, analysis, and security. Dr. Dubnov has established productive collaborations with researchers across disciplines, particularly with: G. Assayag (102 Publications • 2,475 Citations) - music technology and improvisation systems Taylor Berg-Kirkpatrick (31 Publications • 1,459 Citations) - machine learning applications K. Chen (18 Publications • 1,150 Citations) - audio transformer models Cheng-i Wang (21 Publications • 305 Citations) - music information retrieval His work is supported by grants focused on advancing the state-of-the-art in music technology, audio processing, and machine learning applications for creative domains. Dr. Dubnov leads research in the Music Technology laboratory at UC San Diego, where his team develops innovative systems for music analysis, synthesis, and human-computer interaction in musical contexts. The lab focuses on creating intelligent systems that can understand, generate, and interact with musical content in real-time applications.

Raysa AmadorView profile

Professor

• Hispanic Literature
• Latina Writers and Artists
• Second Language Acquisition
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Raysa Amador is a Professor in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Adelphi University’s College of Arts and Sciences. She has served as Chair of the department (2006–2021) and Director of the Latin American Studies Program since 1990. Her academic leadership extends to numerous university committees and advisory roles, including the DACA, International & Immigration Task Force and the International Studies Committee. Ph.D., New York University (1978) M.A., New York University (1973) B.A., Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, New York University (1972) Certificate, Data Processing Programmer, New York University (1979) Her research centers on Hispanic literature, Latina writers and artists, second language acquisition, and the intersection of law and literature in colonial chronicles. She explores themes of identity, gender, transculturation, and narrative power, particularly in the works of Frida Kahlo, Cristina Garcia, Julia Alvarez, and other Latina figures. Her pedagogical focus includes intermediate Spanish curriculum development and cultural literacy. The recent scholarly output reflects a strong trend in feminist and transnational studies, analyzing the female body, self-representation, and cultural identity across literature and visual art. Her work bridges interdisciplinary fields such as law, rhetoric, anthropology, and history, particularly in her studies of the Chronicles of the Indies and colonial legitimacy. Adelphi Presidential Award for Diversity and Inclusion (2020) Distinguished Faculty Excellence Award (2005) Septima Clark Distinguished Faculty Award (1999) President’s Faculty Development Award (multiple) Certificate of Award for Advancing Women's History (1999, 2000) Selected speaker, New York Council for the Humanities (multiple years) Amador has advised numerous undergraduate and graduate students in research and theses, particularly in Hispanic literature, identity, and social justice. She has secured multiple grants, including from the U.S. Department of Education and the New York Council for the Humanities, supporting seminars, speaker programs, and cultural festivals. Her leadership in organizing the Spanish Film Series with Pragda highlights her commitment to public humanities and cultural engagement. She has been instrumental in developing academic programs such as the Latin American Studies Concentration and has served on key search and governance committees. Her long-standing advisory role with Latino Students United (formerly La Unión Latina) underscores her dedication to student support and diversity initiatives.

Navarun GuptaView profile

Professor

• Signal Processing
• Audio Signal Processing
• Bio Signal Processing
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Navarun Gupta is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Electrical Engineering within the School of Engineering at the University of Bridgeport's College of Engineering, Business & Education. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Florida International University (2003), complemented by an M.S. in Physics from Georgia State University (1992) and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Mercer University (1998). His educational credentials include: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, Florida International University, 2003 M.S., Physics, Georgia State University, 1992 M.S., Electrical Engineering, Mercer University, 1998 Dr. Gupta's research centers on signal processing with specialized applications in audio and bio signals . His work spans: Digital Signal Processing for mobile and biomedical applications Pattern Recognition in biosignals (e.g., meditation impact on brain activity) Audio Spatialization and 3D sound modeling using anthropometric data Millimeter-wave propagation for 5G networks Biomedical case studies on electrical burns and respiratory flow dynamics Neuroscience applications in problem-solving and concentration His publication trends (2018-2020) emphasize biomedical signal classification, cloud security protocols, and wireless propagation modeling, demonstrating cross-disciplinary impact in healthcare and communications. Earlier works (2000-2016) established foundational contributions in audio spatialization, brain signal analysis, and biomedical engineering case reports. No scientific awards are documented in his current profile. Dr. Gupta has secured significant research funding including: National Science Foundation grant ($192,347, 2014) as Co-PI for teacher fellowship programs in urban schools United Illuminating Company grant ($11,020, 2018) as Co-PI for energy loss analysis Department of Education grant (2014) as Co-PI for aerospace/hydrospace curriculum development ENGAGE mini-grant ($2,000, 2013) as PI for engineering education initiatives As Department Chair, he leads interdisciplinary collaborations in biomedical signal processing and wireless communications, with research directly impacting healthcare monitoring systems, audio engineering, and electrical safety standards through industry partnerships.

Litha EfthymiouView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Gesture-based composition
• Medieval music reinterpretation
• Music theatre
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Dr. Litha Efthymiou is a Senior Lecturer in Composition at the University of West London's London College of Music. Her research focuses on gesture-based modes of expression in contemporary composition and the reinterpretation of medieval music traditions, particularly the Old Hispanic Liturgy. She received her PhD through an ERC-funded project at the University of Bristol and currently contributes to a Dutch Research Council-funded initiative on Iberian Saints at Radboud University. Her work has been supported by prestigious patrons including the Wellcome Trust and Arts Council England. Litha's compositions have premiered at venues like Kings Place, Queen Elizabeth Hall, and The Sage Gateshead, with upcoming works commissioned by the London Symphony Orchestra. She publishes through Edition HH and contributes academic texts to journals such as Contemporary Music Review. Key research themes include: Embodied cognition in musical performance Interdisciplinary approaches to music theatre Historical recontextualization in composition Collaborative creative processes Her recent publications explore: Gesture-driven compositional frameworks Audience perception in immersive environments Medieval chant adaptation techniques Spatial-temporal composition methods Notable collaborations include projects with Martin Scheuregger (music theatre) and Emma Hornby (chant analysis). Litha teaches musical analysis, contemporary composition, and music theatre at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, serving as module leader for Stylistic Composition and Undergraduate Dissertation.

• Verification of Secure Systems
• Software Security
• Web Security
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Pedro Adão is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (DEI) of the Instituto Superior Técnico (IST) , University of Lisbon . He is affiliated with the SQIG - Security and Quantum Information Group at the Institute of Telecommunications , formerly part of CLC - Logic and Computation Centre . His work bridges formal methods and computational cryptography , focusing on security protocols , software security , and quantum information security . PhD in Mathematics (2006, IST) with thesis "Formal Methods for the Analysis of Security Protocols" Graduated in Applied Mathematics and Computation (2002, IST) with thesis "Electronic Money" His research interests include verification of secure systems, composition of secure systems, mathematical foundations of cryptography, and physical/day-life security. His publications span topics like firewall configuration tools , smart contract verification , quantitative protocol analysis , and computationally sound symbolic cryptography . He has collaborated with institutions such as the University of Pennsylvania, Microsoft Research Cambridge, and INRIA-Microsoft Research Paris. Key teaching contributions include courses in Introduction to Algorithms and Data Structures , Computational Models in Security , and Software Security . He is a member of the SQIG research group and has organized the SQIG Information Security Seminar . Past teaching roles include lecturing at the Catholic University of Portugal and the Air Force Academy.

Nicole Mitchell GanttView profile

Professor

• Afrofuturism
• Jazz
• Experimental Music
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Nicole Mitchell Gantt is a Professor of Composition & Computer Technologies at the University of Virginia , celebrated for her pioneering work in Afrofuturism , Experimental Jazz , and Intercultural Collaboration . Her career spans over two decades as a flutist, composer, and educator , blending science fiction narratives with Black cultural legacy . United States Artist Fellow (2020) Doris Duke Artist Award (2012) Herb Alpert Award in the Arts (2011) Downbeat Magazine/Critics Poll Top Flutist (2010–2022) Her research and creative practice explores: Mythological and ancestral storytelling in sound Integration of Octavia Butler’s Earthseed philosophy Human-computer musical dialogue via systems like VIVO Reimagining social structures through speculative composition Expanding the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM) legacy Key projects include: Mandorla Awakening II: Emerging Worlds (2017) - MCA Chicago commission EarthSeed (2020) - Octavia Butler-inspired sonic manifesto Medusae (2022) - Human-AI improvisation experiment Bamako*Chicago Sound System (2024) - Malian-American sonic fusion

Sergey KarabasovView profile

Professor

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Aeroacoustics
• Aerodynamics
• +5 more

Professor Sergey Karabasov is a leading academic in computational modeling and aeroacoustics at Queen Mary University of London’s School of Engineering and Materials Science . As Director of the Centre for Intelligent Transport , he bridges aerospace engineering with environmental technology and bioengineering. Education: PhD (1999, Moscow State University), DSc (2010, Keldysh Institute) Affiliations: Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society (FRAeS), Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), Associate Fellow of AIAA (AFAIAA) Research Interests span multiscale fluid dynamics, computational aeroacoustics, and high-performance computing. His work addresses: Future Mobility: Noise reduction in urban air mobility and conventional aircraft Environmental Technologies: Turbulence modeling for renewable energy and climate systems Digital Twins: Physics-based and data-driven simulations for aerospace and bioengineering Article Trends focus on: Hybrid LES-acoustic models for jet noise Multiscale methods in nanofluidics and molecular systems GPU-accelerated algorithms (e.g., CABARET) for complex flows Climate dynamics (Southern Ocean jets, Chandler wobble) Scientific Awards include: Fellowships at Royal Aeronautical Society and Higher Education Academy Associate Fellowship at AIAA Guest Editor for Royal Society Phil.Trans. A theme issues (2014, 2019) Advising includes current PhD student Hussain Ali Abid and alumni working on: Jet noise optimization Graphene suspension rheology Hybrid molecular-continuum simulations Labs & Teams involve the Centre for Intelligent Transport , GPU-Prime.Ltd consultancy, and collaborations with institutions like Cambridge University and Keldysh Institute.

Vikki BellView profile

Professor

• Transitional Justice
• Cultural Theory
• Aesthetics
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Vikki Bell is Professor of Sociology at Goldsmiths, University of London. She has been teaching across all levels at Goldsmiths since 1993 and has convened the MA Critical & Creative Analysis. She has also been a Visiting Scholar at Berkeley, Yale University, University of Buenos Aires, and the International Institute for the Sociology of Law (Oñati, Spain), and is a Research Associate in the Faculty of Humanities at Universidad de San Martin (Buenos Aires, Argentina). Professor Bell earned her PhD at Edinburgh University in 1992 after studying Social & Political Sciences at Cambridge. Her academic journey has been marked by significant contributions to sociology, cultural theory, and transitional justice studies, particularly focusing on Latin American contexts. Her research interests span transitional justice, cultural theory, aesthetics, ethics, and subjectivity, with a particular focus on post-dictatorship societies in Argentina and Chile. Professor Bell has extensively explored the cultural-aesthetic dimensions of transitional justice, examining how societies process and represent historical violence through artistic and memorial practices. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical research, drawing on contemporary social and cultural theory, particularly the works of Michel Foucault and Hannah Arendt, while also engaging with feminist theory and the concept of performativity. Professor Bell's publications demonstrate a consistent engagement with questions of ethics, aesthetics, and politics across the social sciences and theoretical humanities. Her work has been funded by prestigious organizations including the Arts & Humanities Research Council and the Economic & Social Research Council. Her most recent research projects have focused on archiving and curating the violent past in Argentina, Chile, and Colombia, for which she received significant funding including a British Academy Sustainable Development Programme grant and a Newton Prize award. Among her notable achievements is having her "Mass political violence" research shortlisted for the Newton Prize in 2018. This recognition highlights the significance of her work on documenting and understanding political violence in Latin America. Professor Bell has supervised numerous students and has been actively involved in academic collaborations across institutions. Her work extends beyond traditional academic boundaries, engaging with artists, activists, and human rights organizations to explore the intersections of memory, politics, and representation in post-conflict societies. She has established herself as a leading scholar in the field of transitional justice studies, particularly known for her innovative approach that combines sociological analysis with cultural and aesthetic considerations. Her research continues to influence both academic discourse and practical approaches to dealing with historical violence and memory in contemporary societies.

Matthew StylesView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Cross-genre pedagogy and performance
• Bridging the divide between classical and jazz for classical musicians
• Creating injury mitigation strategies for saxophonists through a multi-discipline approach with sports science
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Matthew Styles is a Senior Lecturer in Saxophone Studies at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. He serves as Coordinator of Honours (Music) and is a postgraduate supervisor with extensive experience in musician injury research through collaboration with sports science specialists. As a faculty member, he teaches research preparation courses, creative projects, and woodwind workshops across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Matthew holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Western Australia (2008), a Bachelor of Music with Second Class Honours from the same institution, and two Certificate IV qualifications in Training and Assessment (2013 and 2023). His academic journey includes studies at the Royal College of Music, London, and mentorship under renowned saxophonists including Bob Berg, Martin Robertson, Dr. Kyle Horch, Dr. Otis Murphy, and Dr. Eugene Rousseau. His research interests center on cross-genre pedagogy and performance, specifically bridging classical and jazz traditions for classical musicians, and developing injury mitigation strategies for saxophonists through multi-disciplinary approaches with sports science. With over 30 years of professional experience as a saxophonist across jazz, classical, funk, and avant-garde genres, Styles brings practical insight to his academic work. His research outputs demonstrate consistent productivity with publications spanning from 2009 to 2025, showing particular focus on saxophone health, performance techniques, and cross-genre exploration. The publications reveal a trajectory from performance-focused outputs toward increasingly research-intensive work examining health, pedagogy, and interdisciplinary approaches. 2004 Churchill Fellowship HenriSelmerParis Artist D'Addario Artist JLV Sound Ambassador Dr. Styles actively supervises doctoral and master's students, currently serving as Principal Supervisor for three PhD candidates and Associate Supervisor for one PhD candidate. His completed supervision portfolio includes four PhD students as Principal Supervisor and five as Associate Supervisor across diverse musical topics. He has secured research funding including an ECU Early Career Researcher Grant ($23,560) for his project 'Saxology: recasting third stream music for the saxophone' (2014-2015). As director of 'The Phone Co.', he leads performance initiatives that integrate his research interests with practical application. His professional activities extend to membership in the Australian Society for Performing Arts Healthcare (since 2012), Performing Arts Medical Association (since 2015), and Western Australian Music (since 2022), where he serves as a conference reviewer, demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge in performing arts healthcare and music education.

Ion BicaView profile

Associate Professor

• Mathematical Biology
• Mathematical Modeling and Simulation
• Mathematics in Art, Music, Architecture, and Culture
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Dr. Ion Bica is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Arts and Science , MacEwan University , specializing in interdisciplinary research connecting mathematics to diverse domains. His work spans mathematical biology , nonlinear waves , and applications in art, music, architecture, and culture . His research focuses on mathematical modeling and simulation using partial and ordinary differential equations . Recent publications address epidemiological modeling , ecosystem dynamics , and sound analysis , reflecting his interest in applying mathematics to real-world problems across disciplines. 2023: Robust optimal design in missing data scenarios 2022: Modified SIR models for epidemiological studies 2020: Coral-algae competition dynamics 2019: Sound signature detection via statistical methods 2018: Rogue wave modeling with PDEs Dr. Bica has received multiple teaching awards and secured grants for research initiatives, including support for undergraduate student projects. His professional engagements include membership on the board of the Canadian Applied and Industrial Mathematics Society .

Francesca TalaminiView profile

Research Fellow

• Music Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Working Memory
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Dr. Francesca Talamini is a post-doctoral University Assistant at the University of Innsbruck, Austria, within the Department of Personality Psychology, Differential Psychology & Assessment . She holds a Ph.D. and leads research bridging music psychology and cognitive science. Research Interests: Music Psychology: expertise, aptitude, emotions, contour perception, inter-individual differences Cognition: working memory, memory-perception interactions Aesthetic emotions: cross-arts emotion comparisons Methods: meta-analysis, multi-lab replication studies Her investigations exploit behavioral, meta-analytic and multi-lab approaches to understand how musical training modulates memory and emotion processing across auditory and visual domains. Projects & Collaborations: She currently manages studies on contour perception, music-emotion congruency effects, and memory differences between musicians and non-musicians, and welcomes motivated students for master-thesis supervision and internships. Publications Profile: Talamini’s 2022-2024 output reveals concentrated attention to the cognitive repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic on relationships, as well as continued exploration of auditory-cognition interactions, with papers appearing in Journal of Personality , Music Perception , Hearing Research , Scientific Reports , PLOS ONE and other high-impact journals.

• Russian Literature
• Travel Literature
• Poetic Translation
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Paola Ferretti serves as Associate Professor in the Department of European, American and Intercultural Studies at Sapienza University of Rome, where she teaches Russian literature courses for the Master's program in Linguistic, Literary and Translation Sciences. Her institutional role includes conducting advanced and in-depth courses on Russian literary traditions, with scheduled classes for 2024-2025 academic year held in Room C of the Vetrerie campus. Her research centers on Russian literature spanning the late eighteenth to twentieth centuries, with specialized focus on Silver Age poetry, travel narratives, and gender dynamics within literary production. Key thematic concentrations include the works of Boris Pasternak, Marina Tsvetaeva, and Velimir Khlebnikov, examining mythological frameworks, poetic translation methodologies, and cultural identity formation. Her scholarship consistently bridges historical context with contemporary critical theory, particularly through gender studies lenses applied to canonical Russian texts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals dominant engagement with modernist Russian poetry , authorial biographies , and translation theory , frequently published in specialized journals including ALIAS SUNDAY and SLAVIA. Recurring sub-themes include mythopoetic reconstruction in Tsvetaeva's work, Pasternak's metaphysical explorations, and Khlebnikov's linguistic innovations within the Futurist movement. Student advising occurs through structured reception hours on Thursdays (3:00-5:00 PM by email appointment) at the Marco Polo campus Studio 206, supporting graduate research in Russian literary studies within Sapienza's Linguistic, Literary and Translation Sciences program.

Richard DavisonView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantum Many-Body Systems
• Quantum Field Theory
• String Theory
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Richard Davison is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Heriot-Watt University , affiliated with the School of Mathematical & Computer Sciences . His research focuses on quantum many-body systems , leveraging holography (AdS/CFT correspondence) and black hole physics to explore dynamics in strongly interacting regimes. PhD: Oxford University (2012, advisor: Andrei Starinets) Postdoc: Leiden University (2012-2015) Moore Fellow: Harvard University (2015-2018) Ernest Rutherford Fellow: STFC (2018-2023, spent 2018-2019 at Cambridge University) His work spans quantum field theory , gravity , and condensed matter physics , with a focus on hydrodynamics , transport phenomena , and strong correlations . Recent publications examine zero sound in holographic phases and chaos in rotating black holes . He has received significant citations (e.g., 68 for holographic Green’s functions). Scientific Awards : Ernest Rutherford Fellowship (STFC, 2018)

Anna EhrhornView profile

Assistant Professor

• Speech Sound Disorder
• Reading Difficulties
• Phonological Processing
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Anna Ehrhorn serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences within Auburn University's College of Liberal Arts. Her office is located in room 1199 of the Haley Center, with contact available via telephone (334-844-9600) or email (ame0060@auburn.edu), and office hours scheduled by appointment. Dr. Ehrhorn's research program centers on the complex interplay between speech, language, and literacy development in children, with particular focus on speech sound disorders, dyslexia, and developmental language disorder. She investigates how orthographic knowledge influences phonological processing and reading acquisition, employing advanced methodologies including eye-tracking analysis and nonword repetition tasks to uncover underlying cognitive mechanisms in both typically developing children and those with clinical disorders. Analysis of her 2019-2024 publications reveals consistent investigation into comorbid conditions where speech sound disorders intersect with reading difficulties. Her work examines parent-reported concerns as early indicators of language impairments, compares methodological approaches in research recruitment, and explores differential phonological processing patterns in children with co-occurring developmental language disorder and dyslexia, contributing significantly to clinical intervention frameworks. No information regarding scientific awards, student advising activities, grant funding, or laboratory teams was provided in the available documentation.

Christos AntonopoulosView profile

Associate Professor

• Wireless Networks
• Network Communication Protocols
• Embedded Software
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Dr. Christos Antonopoulos is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Patras. He holds a Diploma and PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Patras (2002, 2008) and has participated in over 16 European research projects (FP5, FP6, FP7, Horizon 2020) and 6 national projects. Research Interests: Wireless Networks Cyberphysical Systems Embedded Software Architecture Internet of Things Cross-Layer Protocols Sensor Networks Technical Expertise: His work involves network simulation, power optimization, and reconfigurable computing. He has published >100 journal/conference papers and 13 book chapters with over 1000 citations.