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Clare SmithView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Analytical Chemistry
• Atomic Spectrometry
• Science Education
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Dr. Clare Smith is a Senior Lecturer in Science Education (Chemistry) at the University of Glasgow's School of Education. She holds a PhD in Analytical Atomic Spectrometry from the University of Strathclyde and has a diverse academic background spanning analytical chemistry research and secondary education. Her career includes a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the USDA Human Nutrition Research Centre (1995), Lecturer positions at University College Cork (1995-2002), and secondary school teaching experience in Lanarkshire. Since 2019, she has led science education programs while maintaining her research in analytical chemistry. Clare's research interests bridge Analytical Chemistry (with a focus on atomic spectrometry and trace metal analysis) and Science Education (particularly chemistry pedagogy, gender awareness in STEM, and school-university partnerships). Her recent work examines practical chemistry delivery in Scottish secondary schools and gender inclusivity in teacher education. The 15 most recent publications reflect trends in atomic spectrometry and science education , covering topics from environmental/food analysis to pedagogical frameworks and teacher training partnerships. Additional roles include Course Leadership for PGDE and MEduc programs, coordination of school placements, and Deputy Principal Assessor for Higher Chemistry at SQA. She also serves as an External Examiner at the University of Wales Trinity St David.

Frank C. PorterView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Experimental Physics
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Frank C. Porter is a Professor of Physics at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), affiliated with the Division of Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy. He holds a B.S. (1972) and Ph.D. (1977) from Caltech and the University of California, respectively. His career includes roles as Research Fellow (1977–82), Assistant Professor (1982–88), Associate Professor (1988–94), and Professor (1994–present). Education: B.S. and Ph.D. in Physics from Caltech and UC Berkeley Professional Roles: Research Fellow, Academic Faculty Positions Research focuses on particle physics experiments, particularly Mu2e (Muon-to-Electron Conversion) and BABAR (B-factory experiments). Key areas include B-meson physics, dark matter searches, axion-like particles, and detector design. His work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental validation in high-energy physics. Publications span 2023–1991, emphasizing precision measurements, rare decay searches, and detector development. Notable contributions include Mu2e calorimeter design and studies of CP violation in B mesons. Grants and collaborations include leadership in international experiments like Mu2e and BABAR. No detailed student or award information provided in text.

• Observational Extragalactic Astrophysics
• Space Infrared Astronomy
• Star Formation
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Vassilis Charmandaris is a Professor and Chair of the Undergraduate Program at the University of Crete's Department of Physics. He earned his BSc in Physics from the University of Thessaloniki (1989) and PhD in Astrophysics from Iowa State University (1995). His career includes postdoctoral research at CEA/Saclay (France), Marie Curie fellowship at Paris Observatory, and Research Associate positions at Cornell University before joining the University of Crete as Assistant Professor (2005), becoming Associate Professor (2009) and full Professor (2014). He has held leadership roles including Director of the Institute for Astronomy at FORTH and Director of Skinakas Observatory (2019-2025). His research focuses on observational extragalactic astrophysics with emphasis on space infrared astronomy, studying dust properties, molecular gas depletion, and star formation in interacting galaxies, starbursts, and active galactic nuclei. Key areas include galaxy mergers, JWST observations, and interstellar medium dynamics. Analysis of recent publications (2023-2025) shows consistent themes in galactic evolution studies, with frequent use of JWST data and focus on molecular gas dynamics in merging systems. Research employs advanced spectral analysis and interferometry techniques. No students, grants, or lab affiliations mentioned in available data.

Ian WhiteView profile

Associate Professor

• Biosensors
• Diagnostic Systems
• Analytical Chemistry
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Ian White is an Associate Professor in the Fischell Department of Bioengineering at the University of Maryland, College Park. He leads the Amplified Molecular Sensors Lab, focused on developing next-generation biosensing systems. His research emphasizes novel amplification strategies and assay automation to improve diagnostic simplicity and sensitivity. Key projects include thermally responsive alkane partitions (TRAPs) for sample-to-answer tests and phenotypically amplified β-lactamase (PhABL) assays for detecting multidrug-resistant pathogens. Joined University of Maryland in 2008 Postdoctoral training at the University of Missouri (2005–2008) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University (2002) Research interests span biosensing technologies, molecular diagnostics, and nanotechnology applications in healthcare. His lab has pioneered innovations in paper-based SERS sensors and disposable diagnostic systems funded by NIAID, NHLBI, and NSF grants. Current projects include detecting viruses in wastewater, trauma-induced organ failure biomarkers, and antimicrobial resistance screening. Lab members have developed commercialized technologies via spin-off companies like Diagnostic anSERS. Awards include NIAID R01 grants and Maryland Industrial Partnerships funding. Over 40 peer-reviewed publications and numerous patents highlight his contributions to analytical chemistry and biomedical engineering.

Timothy M. BaranView profile

Assistant Professor

• Photodynamic Therapy
• Diffuse Optical Spectroscopy
• Medical Image Processing
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Timothy M. Baran, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the University of Rochester's Department of Imaging Sciences, Biomedical Engineering (joint), and The Institute for Optics (joint). He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2007) and a Ph.D. in Optics from the University of Rochester (2013). His research focuses on photodynamic therapy (PDT), diffuse optical spectroscopy, and medical image processing, with applications in infection treatment, tumor therapy, and telemedicine. Key projects include a Phase 1 clinical trial for PDT in abscess treatment, AI-driven ultrasound segmentation (WATUNet), and global health initiatives like teleultrasound in Peru. His work bridges optics, engineering, and clinical medicine, emphasizing patient-specific treatment planning and accessibility. Baran has received awards including the Lasers in Surgery Young Investigators Award (2013) and the OSA Biomedical Optics Student Award (2012). His lab collaborates on NIH-funded projects (e.g., R01 EB029921) and involves students in PDT, optical modeling, and lung image processing.

• Auroral Physics
• Space Plasma Physics
• Ionospheric Dynamics
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Dr Daniel Whiter is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton, affiliated with the Southampton Theory Astrophysics and Gravity (STAG) Research Centre. His research focuses on auroral phenomena, ionospheric dynamics, and space plasma physics, with a particular emphasis on auroral acceleration mechanisms, upper atmospheric effects of auroral precipitation, and long-term ionospheric changes. He leads or co-leads multiple research projects funded by institutions like the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) and the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). Research Projects: Includes studies on EISCAT_3D auroral structuring, auroral kilometric radiation during substorms, and field campaigns at Svalbard's Kjell Henriksen Observatory. Advising: Currently supervising PhD students in Physics & Astronomy and INSPIRE programs. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Kjell Henriksen Observatory and international teams for auroral observations. His publications explore auroral morphology, electric field dynamics, and citizen science applications in space research. His work bridges observational data with theoretical models to advance understanding of Earth's space environment.

• ChemFET-based biological sensors
• Nanostructured plasmonic arrays
• MEMS technology
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Dr. David McNeill is a Senior Lecturer at Queen's University Belfast's School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on microelectronics, MEMS, and sensor technology, with recent projects exploring ChemFET-based biological sensors and nanostructured plasmonic arrays. He leads work in the QAMEC facility, utilizing Nanoscribe instruments for advanced sensor fabrication. Dr. McNeill has contributed to collaborative projects such as the Germanium Manufacturing on Sapphire initiative (GEMS) and has been recognized with awards including the 1989 Award for Technical Achievement and a Best Paper Award at the 2007 IEEE Workshop. Research Highlights: ChemFET sensors, 2D semiconductor applications, MEMS devices. Collaborations: Partnerships with Oxford Instruments, Invest NI, and international conferences. Awards: Technical Achievement Award, IEEE Best Paper, Intel Scholarship. His work bridges semiconductor innovation with practical applications in healthcare and environmental sensing, supported by grants and industry collaborations.

• Atmospheric Physics
• High Energy Atmospheric Physics
• Lightning Physics
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Joseph Dwyer is a Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of New Hampshire (UNH), where he conducts groundbreaking research in high-energy atmospheric physics. His work focuses on lightning physics, terrestrial gamma-ray flashes (TGFs), x-rays from lightning, and thunderstorm radiation environments. Research Interests: His primary research areas include Atmospheric Physics, High-Energy Atmospheric Physics, Lightning Physics, Terrestrial Gamma-Ray Flashes, X-rays from Lightning, and Relativistic Runaway Electron Avalanches. He investigates how thunderstorms can produce intense bursts of gamma rays and energetic particles, challenging traditional models of atmospheric discharges. Recent Research Trends: Over the past decade, Dwyer’s publications have centered on the mechanisms of TGF generation, relativistic feedback discharges, radio emissions from lightning, and high-speed observations of streamer and leader processes. His work combines theoretical modeling, numerical simulations, and data from ground-based, airborne, and satellite instruments such as Fermi GBM and LOFAR. Scientific Awards: Dwyer has not been explicitly mentioned as receiving specific prizes or fellowships in the provided text, but his extensive funding and leadership roles indicate high recognition in the field. Advising and Grants: He has served as Principal Investigator on numerous federally funded research projects from NASA, NSF, and DOD. His grants support investigations into lightning initiation, TGF modeling, radio emissions, and high-speed imaging. He has also been repeatedly appointed to advisory panels, including multiple Lightning Advisory Panels for NASA and a Blue Ribbon Panel for the Department of Energy, underscoring his national influence. Labs and Teams: While specific lab names are not provided, Dwyer leads a research group focused on high-energy atmospheric phenomena, collaborating with institutions such as Duke University, Florida Institute of Technology, and the Air Force. His team utilizes advanced computational models and participates in airborne and ground-based observational campaigns.

• Spectroscopy
• Structure of amorphous solids
• High-performance computing
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Justin Oelgoetz is a Professor in the Department of Physics, Engineering and Astronomy at Austin Peay State University (APSU). His research spans astrophysical plasmas, spectroscopy of amorphous solids, and computational modeling using high-performance computing. He also leads student initiatives including the high altitude balloon group and serves as the NASA Spacegrant PI for APSU. Ph.D. in Chemical Physics, The Ohio State University B.S. in Chemistry, Florida State University Dr. Oelgoetz's research bridges fundamental physics and applied materials science. His early work focused on X-ray emission from hot plasmas in solar flares and black hole accretion disks, while recent studies examine light interactions with amorphous solids using supercomputers. He has extensive experience in computational modeling and microprocessor-based experimental design. His publications (2001-2019) demonstrate expertise in: Astrophysical X-ray spectroscopy Amorphous material structure Dielectronic recombination processes High-altitude balloon instrumentation Raman and XPS analysis of chalcogenide glasses UV-induced surface transformations

Tilman SchildhauerView profile

Researcher

• Catalytic Processes
• Fluidized Bed Reactors
• Biomass Conversion
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Dr. Tilman Schildhauer is a Senior Scientist at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland, affiliated with the Laboratory for Sustainable Energy Carriers & Processes. He has held leadership roles in Swiss IEA Bioenergy Task 44 and coordinated the Energy System Integration platform ESI. Education: PhD in Chemical Engineering (ETH Zürich, 2001), Diploma in Chemical Engineering (University of Dortmund, 1996). Research Interests: Focus on thermochemical processes for energy storage and biomass conversion, including methanation for synthetic natural gas (SNG) and Power-to-Gas, methanol synthesis, fluidized bed hydrodynamics, gas cleaning, process chain analysis, heat/mass transfer in reactors, and multifunctional reactor design. Publication Trends: Recent work emphasizes fluidized bed reactors for methanation, techno-economic-environmental assessments of Power-to-X, sulfur poisoning/regeneration in catalysts, and carbon negative biofuel synthesis. His studies span chemical reaction engineering, reactor design, and sustainable energy systems. Scientific Recognition: Watt d’Or award (2018, 2009) for methanation projects Collegium Helveticum fellowship (2000/2001) Grants & Collaborations: Involved in IEA Bioenergy Task 44, leading Swiss flexible bioenergy initiatives, and collaborative projects with institutions like ETH Zürich and Technical University of Delft. Labs & Teams: Works at PSI’s Energy System Integration platform, leading methanation research and advising on catalytic processes.

Scott DeWolfView profile

Researcher

• Geophysics
• Optical Fiber Sensors
• Subsurface Strain Measurement
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Scott DeWolf is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Engineering and Earth Sciences at Clemson University, specializing in optical fiber sensor systems for geophysical applications. With over $6M in funding, his work includes permanent subsurface strain monitoring for CO 2 injection and reservoir characterization. Education: Ph.D. in Oceanography (Applied Ocean Science) from UC San Diego (2014), M.S. in Earth Sciences (Geophysics) from UC San Diego (2009), and dual B.S. degrees in Physics and Mathematics from University of Wisconsin River Falls (2007). His research focuses on: High-resolution borehole strain measurements using ruggedized optical fiber CO 2 subsurface storage monitoring Shallow-deep reservoir correlation through strain tensor analysis Subsidence mapping in deltaic environments Nonlinear wave spectroscopy for wellbore damage detection Geophysical instrument development for field deployments Recent publications highlight advancements in: Bayesian inversion of strain tensor data Shallow geologic carbon storage Coherence microwave photonic interferometry Subsidence dynamics in Bangladesh Scientific Awards: Best Poster (2013, European Workshop on Optical Fibre Sensors) Ronald E. McNair Scholar (2005) Sigma Pi Sigma Honor Society (2005) Scott contributes to the HydroMechanics research group and has developed electromagnetic and fiber optic instruments for subsurface monitoring since joining Clemson in 2014.

Maria Dung CaoView profile

Associate Professor

• Medical Biochemistry
• Biology
• Genetics
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Maria Dung Cao is an Associate Professor at the Department of Nursing, Health and laboratory science at Oslo Metropolitan University (HioF). Her research focuses on medical biochemistry, molecular diagnostics, and cancer research, particularly breast cancer metabolism and biomarker discovery. She completed her PhD in Molecular Medicine (2012) at NTNU, Norway, with a thesis on MR metabolic characterization of breast cancer treatment effects. Her educational background includes a Master’s in Molecular Medicine (NTNU, 2008) and a Bachelor’s in Biomedical Science (HiØ, 2004). She has conducted research stays at Johns Hopkins University (USA) and Huddersfield University (UK). Key research interests include: Breast cancer metabolomics and metabolic profiling Choline phospholipid metabolism pathways Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS) applications Epigenetic biomarkers in oncology Therapeutic target identification in cancer Recent work emphasizes metabolic response prediction to neoadjuvant chemotherapy and biomarker validation for treatment outcomes. Her publications highlight collaborations in international oncology research and translational metabolomics. No scientific awards are listed, but her extensive publication record demonstrates impactful contributions to cancer metabolomics and diagnostic biomarker research.

Marco GersabeckView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD)
• CP Violation Studies
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Marco Gersabeck is a Professor affiliated with the LHCb Collaboration at CERN, specializing in particle physics and quantum chromodynamics. His research focuses on CP violation studies, detector technology development (e.g., 3D diamond detectors), and high-energy physics experiments. He has contributed to over 530 publications, including seminal work on B-meson decays and symmetries in particle interactions. His expertise spans experimental particle physics, with a particular emphasis on precision measurements of CP violation, quark mixing, and heavy flavor physics. He has organized conferences like the 8th International Workshop on Charm Physics and provided consultancy for the BES-III experiment. His work frequently involves advanced detector systems and data analysis techniques. Notable contributions include the measurement of the CKM angle γ and the observation of CP violation in B0 decays. His datasets on particle multiplicities and detector performance are extensively used in the field. Gersabeck has also engaged in public outreach, discussing antimatter and particle physics mysteries via media platforms like The Conversation.

Liisa HirvonenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Optical Microscopy
• Fluorescence Microscopy
• Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging
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Liisa Hirvonen is a Senior Lecturer in Optical Microscopy at the Centre for Microscopy, Characterisation & Analysis (CMCA) at The University of Western Australia. She serves as Platform Leader for the Optical Microscopy facility and represents Western Australia in both Light Microscopy Australia and the Australia and New Zealand Society for Cell and Developmental Biology. Physics, PhD, King's College London (2008) Physics with Computer Science, BSc, King's College London (2005) Her research focuses on specialized fluorescence microscopy techniques including super-resolution, lightsheet microscopy, and fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM). With expertise spanning from instrument development to practical applications, she applies these techniques across biotechnology, bioengineering, medicine, agriculture, and materials science. Her work enables correlative and multimodal imaging by combining optical microscopy with electron microscopy, μCT, and nanoSIMs. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on advancing time-correlated single photon counting (TCSPC) techniques, improving FLIM applications, and developing correlative microscopy workflows. Her research consistently bridges physics, engineering, and biological applications, with particular emphasis on quantitative imaging solutions for complex biological problems. Dr. Hirvonen actively leads multiple research projects including an ARC-funded WA lightsheet microscopy facility, development of human microvasculature models, and high-throughput histopathology scanning. She provides extensive training through online programs and practical courses for microscopy users across Western Australia, with a special focus on supporting HDR students in their research imaging needs. As Platform Leader of the CMCA Optical Microscopy facility, she oversees a comprehensive suite of advanced equipment including multiphoton confocal microscopes, Lionheart FX High Content Imagers, and specialized FLIM systems, enabling cutting-edge research across multiple scientific disciplines.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Forensic Chemistry
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Dr. Gretchen E. Potts is a UC Foundation Professor of Chemistry and Department Head of Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Florida (2000) and a BS in Chemistry from Miami University (1996). Her research focuses on analytical spectroscopy, forensic chemistry, environmental chemistry, and bioremediation, often involving undergraduate students. She teaches courses including General Chemistry, Quantitative Analysis, and Methods of Environmental Analysis. Dr. Potts has served in leadership roles such as Faculty Senate President and chairs committees including the Council of Academic Department Heads. She advises the Pre-Medical Society and engages in community outreach through initiatives like the Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and the Chattanooga Donor Services. Her research highlights include analyzing cigarette litter leachates, electronic cigarette components, and organic gunshot residues using techniques like ICP-OES and HPLC. She emphasizes active learning in STEM education and has published on pedagogical strategies for millennial students. Dr. Potts volunteers with organizations such as the American Chemical Society and the UTC Biology Seminar Series, contributing to both academic and community spheres.