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• Pain Assessment
• Healthcare Technology
• Nursing Informatics
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Martin Schiavenato serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Nursing at Gonzaga University, where he leverages his background as a former newborn intensive care unit nurse to educate future nurses and advanced practice clinicians. His teaching portfolio spans foundational to graduate-level courses including Nursing Perspectives, Determinants of Health, Research & Information Management, Evidence-Based Practice for Quality & Safety, and Inferential Statistics, reflecting his commitment to developing innovative, compassionate healthcare professionals equipped for modern system challenges. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Nursing from the University of Central Florida, an M.S. in Sociology from Florida State University, and a B.S.N. from Florida State University. This interdisciplinary foundation informs his research at the intersection of clinical practice, technology, and social justice. Dr. Schiavenato's research centers on three interconnected domains: pain assessment methodologies (particularly in neonatal and pediatric contexts), healthcare technology innovation, and social justice in nursing. His work examines procedural distress in NICU settings, facial expression analysis for pain detection, and the development of medical devices for physiological monitoring. He approaches these areas through a lens of pragmatic innovation—what he terms the nursing tradition of 'making do'—to address systemic healthcare gaps with creative, implementable solutions. His publication history reveals a consistent trajectory from foundational pain expression studies (2006-2012) toward technology-integrated clinical applications (2013-2017), culminating in pandemic-era educational innovation (2021-2022). Key thematic threads include virtual simulation efficacy, heart rate variability analysis for pain assessment, and critical examinations of evidence-based practice frameworks like PICO. His scientific recognition includes membership in two prestigious programs: Robert Wood Johnson Nurse Faculty Scholars Program (national faculty development initiative) Pain in Child Health program (Canadian Institute of Health Research collaboration) As a medical device inventor, Dr. Schiavenato has developed systems for NICU heart rate variability assessment and contributed to pain measurement methodologies. His collaborative approach is evident in publications spanning nursing, biomedical engineering, and sociology, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary solutions for complex healthcare challenges. Current work focuses on virtual simulation tools and expanding inclusion frameworks within nursing education and practice.

Gero HolthoffView profile

Professor

• Controlling
• Management Accounting
• Corporate Management
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Prof. Dr. Gero Holthoff serves as Professor for Controlling at the THM Business School (Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen) in Giessen, Germany, a position he has held since 2018. Additionally, since 2023, he leads the Master's program in Corporate Management. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Holthoff worked in Strategic Group Controlling at Bayer AG (2013-2018) and completed his doctoral studies in Controlling at the Justus Liebig University, Giessen, where he also earned his business administration degree (2003-2009). Dr. Holthoff's research program explores the intersection of accounting systems, language, and business analytics. His scholarly work investigates how cognitive styles and linguistic elements impact management accounting communication, the practical implementation of predictive analytics in corporate forecasting, and the challenges organizations face with translated financial reporting standards. His research demonstrates particular expertise in corporate performance management systems and the integration of technical language in business contexts, often drawing from his industry experience at Bayer AG. His publication record reveals an evolving research trajectory from foundational work on accounting language and cognitive aspects of management accounting toward more recent applications of business analytics and predictive modeling in corporate settings. This progression reflects the growing importance of data-driven approaches in controlling functions while maintaining his focus on practical implementation challenges in real-world business environments. Dr. Holthoff actively contributes to business education innovation, with recent work focusing on teaching code-free business analytics using platforms like KNIME. His industry background informs his practical approach to both academic research and teaching in controlling and corporate management, bridging theoretical concepts with real-world business applications.

• Safe Sport
• Safeguarding in Sport
• Gender-Based Violence
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Dr. Emma Kavanagh is an Associate Professor of Sport Psychology and Safe Sport at Bournemouth University, with dual HCPC registration as a Sport and Exercise Psychologist and chartered scientist. Her work focuses on safeguarding, athlete welfare, and addressing interpersonal violence in sport, particularly in online contexts. She chairs the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) Integrity Advisory Group and contributes to international initiatives such as the IOC Safeguarding Consensus Statement (2025). Education: PhD: The Dark Side of Sport (Bournemouth University, 2014) MSc in Sport Psychology (Brunel University, 2006) PGCE in Higher Education Teaching (2009) Research Interests: Dr. Kavanagh’s research critically examines abuse in sport, including cyber-abuse, gender-based violence, and systemic safeguarding failures. Her work bridges psychology, sociology, and policy, with a focus on athlete protection and organizational integrity. She collaborates globally, including with the International Research Network on Violence in Sport (IRNOVIS) and Laval University’s Research Chair in Sport Security. Awards: BASES Fellowship (2024) for contributions to sport science and safeguarding Grants & Projects: Australian Research Council: Creating Safer Sport Communities (2025) BASES Safeguarding Workshops (UK-wide athlete protection training) Labs & Networks: Member of IRNOVIS, NSPCC Sport England Advisory Group, and IOC Safeguarding Task Force. Leads sport psychology support for Team England at Commonwealth Games (2026).

• Old Norse Studies
• Medieval Linguistics
• Icelandic Sagas
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Jan Ragnar Hagland is a Professor at NTNU’s Department of Nordic Studies and Literature, specializing in Old Norse philology, runic studies, and the history of the Norwegian language. His research focuses on medieval legal texts, Icelandic sagas, and the intersection of literacy practices with socio-historical contexts. He has authored or co-authored numerous books and articles, including editions of medieval legal codes, translations of sagas, and studies on runic inscriptions. Affiliations: NTNU, Faculty of Humanities; Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters Key Projects: Trøndersk Språkhistorie (Trøndelag Language History Project), Runestone Analysis, Saga Translation Projects His work bridges textual analysis and historical context, examining how language and literature reflect cultural, legal, and social dynamics in medieval and early modern Scandinavia. Notably, he explores the role of literacy in shaping local identities and the transmission of legal and mythological knowledge.

Patricia Martín ChozasView profile

Researcher

• Semantic Web
• Legal Terminology
• Translation Technologies
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Patricia Martín Chozas is a predoctoral researcher and PhD student at the Faculty of Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) , part of the Ontological Engineering Group. She holds a Master's Degree in Artificial Intelligence from UPM and a degree in translation from Complutense University of Madrid, specializing in technical aspects like audiovisual translation, localization, and translation technologies. Her research focuses on Linked Linguistic Data, multilingual terminology resources in legal domains, and Legal Knowledge Graphs under the European Lynx (H2020) project. She collaborates on initiatives like Open Summer of Code and contributes to projects such as the 3CEL corpus for legal Spanish contract clauses. Her work integrates Semantic Web standards, ontology engineering, and computational linguistics to address challenges in terminology representation and legal content analysis. She has practical experience in video game localization, project management, and translation tools development, alongside academic pursuits in web technologies and AI.

• Sports Medicine
• Epidemiology
• Injury Prevention
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Dr. John Orchard is an Adjunct Professor at the Sydney School of Public Health, University of Sydney, and serves as the Chief Medical Officer for Cricket Australia and Cricket NSW. He has over 20 years of experience in sports and exercise medicine, with expertise in sports injury epidemiology, tendinopathy, and cardiac health in athletes. Dr. Orchard holds an MBBS from the University of Melbourne (1989), an MD by thesis (2006), and a PhD in sports injury epidemiology from UNSW (1999). He has published over 300 scientific papers and maintains an H-index of 70. His research focuses on sports injury prevention, musculoskeletal disorders, and the epidemiology of cricket and football injuries. He has pioneered the Orchard Sports Injury and Illness Classification System (OSIICS), a global standard for injury reporting in sports. Dr. Orchard’s work extends to elite athlete cardiac screening and the management of ground surface-related injuries. Education: MBBS, University of Melbourne (1989) PhD in Sports Injury Epidemiology, UNSW (1999) MD by thesis, University of Melbourne (2006) Awards: Member of the Order of Australia (AM, 2020) for contributions to sports medicine and cricket. Advising & Grants: Teaches registrars in the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians program. Conducts research funded by Cricket Australia, the Australian Football League, and international sports organizations. Labs/Teams: Chief Medical Officer roles with Cricket Australia, Cricket NSW, and the Sydney Southeast Asia Centre. Leads the Australasian Registry of Screening ECGs in National Athletes (ARENA) initiative.

Shannon PetersView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

• LGBTQ+ Health
• Gender Inclusive Healthcare
• Demedicalizing Trauma Impacts
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Shannon Peters is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences at Boston University. She holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Boston (2019), an MS in Mental Health Counseling from the same institution (2015), and a BA in Behavioral Neuroscience from Purdue University (2011). Her work focuses on challenging pathologization of non-normative experiences and promoting anti-oppressive healthcare practices. Research interests include LGBTQ+ health equity, gender-inclusive healthcare frameworks, and critiquing medicalized responses to trauma and oppression. She employs critical theoretical approaches such as Foucauldian discourse analysis and phenomenological research methods to examine systemic issues in mental health care systems. Her publications explore topics like medical neoliberalism in rape crisis counseling, institutional corruption in psychiatry, and reforming diagnostic standards. Recent work includes analyzing dietetics education dress codes through a gender studies lens and advocating for radical humanistic approaches to sexual assault recovery. Presentations highlight her commitment to transgender healthcare terminology in medical settings and fostering inclusivity in eating disorder care for LGBTQ+ communities. Peters maintains dual faculty roles in Health Sciences and Lecturer positions, contributing to both academic and clinical training initiatives.

Brittany Johnson-MatthewsView profile

Assistant Professor

• Empirical Software Engineering
• Human Computer Interaction
• Machine Learning
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Brittany Johnson-Matthews is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at George Mason University, where she directs the INSPIRED Lab (INterdisciplinary Software Practice Improvement REsearch and Development). Her work bridges software engineering, human-computer interaction, and machine learning to address sociotechnical challenges in software development. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Computer Science from North Carolina State University (2017) B.A. in Computer Science from the College of Charleston (2011) Dr. Johnson-Matthews' research centers on sociotechnical problems in software development, with emphasis on developer productivity, tool support, work environments, ethics, and software for social good. She employs interdisciplinary approaches to study how developers interact with tools and environments, particularly in the context of emerging technologies like AI. Her work often involves empirical studies and tool development to promote fairness, inclusivity, and well-being in software engineering. Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2026) reveals a consistent focus on the human aspects of software engineering. Key themes include the impact of AI-assisted tools on developer well-being, fairness in machine learning toolkits, and ethical considerations in software development. Her research frequently involves building and evaluating tools (e.g., for detecting harmful terminology or causal testing) and conducting empirical studies across open source and industrial settings. She leads the INSPIRED Lab, which fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to improve software practices through research in human-centered computing, empirical software engineering, and ethical AI.

Liming ZhuView profile

Professor

• Software Architecture
• Software Engineering
• Distributed Systems
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Dr. Liming Zhu serves as Research Director at CSIRO's Data61 and conjoint full professor at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he leads research in AI/ML infrastructure, responsible AI, and software engineering. He chairs Standards Australia's blockchain committee and contributes to AI trustworthiness initiatives through the National AI Center's Responsible AI think tank. His research interests span software architecture , responsible/ethical AI , blockchain , quantum software , and cybersecurity . Recent work focuses on reference architectures for foundation model systems, guardrail frameworks for AI safety, and vulnerability analysis tools. His publications demonstrate strong emphasis on bridging ethical principles with practical implementation in AI systems. His recent publications (2024-2025) reveal concentrated research on generative AI safety frameworks, architectural patterns for foundation model agents, and blockchain applications for software supply chain security. Key themes include multi-layered AI safety mechanisms, human-AI collaboration models, and vulnerability tracing methodologies. Professional contributions include: Chairperson of Standards Australia's blockchain committee Member of AI trustworthiness-related committees Member of Responsible AI think tank at National AI Center Steering Committee Member for AIware 2025 Dr. Zhu has supervised over 20 PhD students and taught software architecture courses at UNSW and University of Sydney. His leadership extends to conference organization, serving as General Chair for ICSSP 2023 and Steering Committee Member for multiple conferences including AIware, CAIN, and ICSA.

PAULA LOPEZ RUAView profile

Professor

• Linguistics
• Morphology
• Sociolinguistics
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PAULA LOPEZ RUA is a Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Department of English and German Philology within the Teacher Training Faculty. Her research focuses on English Philology, with a strong emphasis on the research group LAEAITDT (Linguistics Applied to the Teaching and Learning of English, Translation and Textual Design). Research Interests: Her work spans multiple dimensions of linguistics, including: Morphological neologisms in dystopian literature Blending patterns in digital/videogame contexts Lexical creativity in alternative music subcultures Gendered language patterns in foreign language learning Orthographic and morphological challenges in EFL instruction Transgressive code-mixing in sociocultural contexts Publication Trends: A detailed analysis of her articles reveals consistent engagement with lexical innovation across diverse domains. Her scholarship shows a strong trajectory in morphological analysis (acronyms, blends, abbreviations) applied to: Dystopian fiction (Orwell's 1984, Atwood's Handmaid's Tale) Video game titles (Carmageddon, Digimon) Electronic communication (email as a hybrid modality) Gender studies in language acquisition Translation challenges (Newspeak compounds) Collaborative learning frameworks (Bologna Process) Key Methodologies: Prototype Theory, continuum-based analysis, parameter-driven corpus studies, and multidimensional taxonomies of word formation (Kemmer 2000, Ronneberger-Sibold 2006, Mattiello 2013).

Erika RanioloView profile

Professor

• Translation Studies
• Sign Language (LIS/LSF/ASL/IS)
• Onomastics
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Erika Raniolo is a Contract Professor of Glottology and Linguistics at the University of Catania 's Special Teaching Structure of Ragusa. She holds a permanent position as Tenured French Language Teacher (AA24) at the G. Curcio Higher Education Institute in Ispica since the 2024/2025 academic year. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Literary, Philological-Linguistic, and Historical-Philosophical Studies (University of Palermo, 2021) and advanced degrees in European and Non-European Languages (Catania, 2013) and Comparative Studies (Catania, 2011). Education: PhD in Literary, Philological-Linguistic, and Historical-Philosophical Studies (2021, University of Palermo) Master's in European and Non-European Languages and Cultures (2013, University of Catania) Bachelor's in Comparative Studies (2011, University of Catania) Research Interests center on poetic translation between sign and spoken languages, onomastics in signed languages, labializations in LIS, and teaching vocal languages to deaf individuals. She explores multimodal communication and sensory linguistic competence through comparative analysis of LIS (Italian Sign Language) and LSF (French Sign Language). Publications demonstrate expertise in: translating poetry through embodied perspectives; tactile sign language (LISt) for deafblind education; name signs in LIS; labialization studies; medical communication between deaf and hearing people; and pandemic-era sign language translation. Her work spans journal articles, book chapters, and a monograph on sign language poetry. Key Conferences: 2024: Accessibility and Cultural Heritage (Catania) 2023: Alterity in Poetry (Catania); Vertical Curriculum in English (Torino) 2022: LIS/LSF Comparative Study (Palermo); Tactile LIS (Catania) Professional Contributions include a Research Grant (2022/2023) on LIS/LSF in Sicilian cultural heritage, teaching LIS and French at the University of Catania for 5 consecutive academic years, and collaborative work with institutions like CNRS Paris, Université d'Ottawa, and BAICR Cultura della Relazione. She serves as a certified LIS interpreter (ANIMU #293) and holds advanced language certifications in French (C2), English (C1), German (B1), and Spanish (B1).

• Experimental Mathematics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Legal aspects of technology
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Michael Ian Shamos is a Distinguished Career Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science, with appointments in the Language Technologies Institute and Software and Societal Systems Department. His career spans academia, law, and technology entrepreneurship, with expertise in experimental mathematics, artificial intelligence, and legal aspects of technology. Dr. Shamos earned his educational credentials through an impressive multidisciplinary path: A.B. in Physics from Princeton University (1968) under John Wheeler M.A. in Physics from Vassar College (1970) M.S. in Technology of Management from American University (1972) M.S. and M.Phil. in Computer Science from Yale University (1973-1974) Ph.D. in Computer Science from Yale University (1978) J.D. from Duquesne University (1981) His research interests bridge multiple domains with exceptional depth. In experimental mathematics, he develops computational systems that automatically generate and prove novel mathematical theorems, particularly in number theory, having contributed hundreds of new results to the field. As a leading expert in electronic voting security, he has examined over 120 voting systems for seven states and testified before Congress multiple times. His work uniquely integrates legal expertise with technical knowledge, especially regarding intellectual property in the digital age. He directs the M.S. in Artificial Intelligence and Innovation program at CMU, advising 74 students in this cutting-edge field. His publication trajectory reveals an evolution from foundational computational geometry (co-authoring the seminal "Computational Geometry: An Introduction") to contemporary issues in voting security and experimental mathematics. The consistent thread is applying computational methods to solve real-world problems with careful attention to legal and societal implications. His notable recognitions include: Industry Service Award of the Billiard and Bowling Institute of America (1996) Black and White Scotch Achiever's Award for contributions to bagpipe musicography (1991) As an educator and mentor, Dr. Shamos directs the M.S. in Artificial Intelligence and Innovation program and teaches courses including "AI & Future Markets" and "The Law of Computer Technology." He has served as an expert witness in over 360 legal cases involving computer technology and has been a statutory examiner of computerized voting systems for Pennsylvania since 1980. His extensive industry experience includes founding technology companies and serving as General Counsel for an AI company. Dr. Shamos is actively involved with the Universal Library project, which has scanned over 1.5 million books. He also serves as faculty advisor to the Carnegie Mellon Pool Team and is Curator of The Billiard Archive, reflecting his deep commitment to preserving billiards history alongside his academic pursuits.

Elizabeth S ChenView profile

Associate Professor

• Biomedical Informatics
• Clinical Informatics
• Natural Language Processing
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Elizabeth S. Chen, PhD, FACMI serves as Interim Director of the Brown Center for Biomedical Informatics (BCBI), Associate Professor of Medical Science, and Associate Professor of Health Services, Policy & Practice at Brown University. She leads the Clinical Informatics Innovation and Implementation (CI3) Laboratory and directs the Advance RI-CTR Biomedical Informatics, Bioinformatics, and Cyberinfrastructure Enhancement (BIBCE) Core. Her work focuses on leveraging electronic health data and health information technology for biomedical discovery and healthcare delivery. Education: PhD in Biomedical Informatics, Columbia University MPhil in Biomedical Informatics, Columbia University MA in Biomedical Informatics, Columbia University BS in Computer Science, Tufts University Dr. Chen's research centers on clinical documentation, clinical decision support, health information needs, standards and interoperability, natural language processing (NLP), and data mining and machine learning. Her CI3 Laboratory innovates in EHR use for primary and secondary purposes, implements digital solutions within clinical systems, and inspires the next generation of clinical informaticians. Current projects focus on mental health informatics and pediatric informatics, using data and computational approaches to improve patient care. Analysis of Dr. Chen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on NLP applications in clinical settings, mental health informatics, and EHR data utilization. Her work spans multiple domains including suicide risk assessment, pediatric autism spectrum disorder comorbidities, and clinical note analysis, demonstrating consistent application of machine learning and data mining techniques to solve real-world clinical problems. Scientific Awards: FACMI (Fellow of the American College of Medical Informatics) Dr. Chen actively mentors high school, undergraduate, graduate, and medical students as well as junior faculty. She co-directs the Scholarly Concentration in Biomedical Informatics for medical students and co-instructs biomedical informatics and data science courses. Her grant activities include leadership of the BIBCE Core, which makes EHR and other data accessible for clinical and translational research in Rhode Island. As leader of the CI3 Laboratory, Dr. Chen oversees research focused on innovating EHR use, implementing digital solutions, and training future clinical informaticians. The lab's three-fold mission directly impacts how electronic health data is leveraged for both patient care and research purposes across multiple healthcare domains.

Suzan ArslanturkView profile

Associate Professor

• Medical Informatics
• Predictive Analytics
• Machine Learning
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Dr. Suzan Arslanturk is Associate Professor in Computer Science and Industrial & Systems Engineering at Wayne State University's College of Engineering. She directs the Machine Learning and Health Informatics Laboratory, focusing on predictive analytics for healthcare applications. Research domains include: Cancer subtyping through multi-omics data integration Biomarker discovery for prostate cancer using cross-cancer learning Drug repurposing for cancers with DNA-repair deficiencies Neonatal brain anomaly detection via MRI analysis Operational healthcare optimization during medical surges Leads the development of deep learning frameworks for medical imaging segmentation and clinical text analysis. Publications demonstrate innovations in multimodal data fusion, domain adaptation, and unsupervised abnormality detection. Advises PhD candidates in computational healthcare research and directs academic programs in data mining and intelligent systems.

Torsten BrindaView profile

Professor

• Computer Science Education
• Competency Modeling
• Digital Education

Prof. Dr. Torsten Brinda holds the Chair for Didactics of Informatics at the University of Duisburg-Essen's Faculty of Computer Science. His research centers on competency modeling in programming, digital education frameworks, and computer science pedagogy. He serves as chair of the GI department for computer science education and received the IFIP Service Award in 2022. Key research areas include: Modeling of digital competencies for teachers/students Automatic assessment in programming education International curriculum standards for CS education His publications (2015-2022) demonstrate consistent focus on educational informatics, featuring competency modeling studies, global CS education analyses, and contributions to the Dagstuhl Declaration on digital education. Recent work explores integrated digital competency frameworks for teacher training.