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WANG YeView profile

Associate Professor

• Sound and Music Computing
• Music Information Retrieval
• eHealth
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WANG Ye is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the School of Computing, National University of Singapore (NUS). He holds a PhD in Information Technology from Tampere University of Technology, Finland, and has been a tenured faculty member at NUS since 2002, following his industry research role at Nokia Research Center. He is the director of the Sound and Music Computing Lab at NUS, leading cutting-edge research in AI-driven music and health technologies. PhD, Information Technology, Tampere University of Technology, Finland (2002) MSc, Telecommunications, Braunschweig University of Technology, Germany (1993) BSc, Telecommunications, South China University of Technology, China (1983) His research is centered on Sound and Music Computing for Human Health and Potential (SMC4HHP) , with a focus on eHealth, eLearning, mobile/wearable computing, and music information retrieval. His work spans AI for stroke rehabilitation, language learning through singing, singing voice synthesis, and automatic music transcription. He has pioneered systems like SLIONS (language learning via karaoke), CocoLyricist (AI co-creation for stroke recovery), and SinTechSVS (expressive singing voice synthesis). The latest articles highlight a strong trend in AI-driven music and health technologies , particularly in controllable lyric generation, singing voice synthesis, automatic pronunciation assessment, and multimodal music transcription. The research increasingly integrates large language models, explainable AI, fairness, and real-world deployment, reflecting a shift from theoretical exploration to practical, human-centered applications in healthcare and education. Dr. Wang has received numerous scientific honors, including: Best Paper Awards at ACM MM, ISMIR, IEEE ISM, and CHI First Prize, Asia Pacific Assistive, Rehabilitative, and Therapeutic Technologies Challenge (2015) Faculty Teaching Excellence Award, NUS School of Computing (2024) Top Paper Award, ACM Multimedia 2022 AI in Medicine Collaborative Grant for CocoLyricist project He has supervised over 11 PhD and 20 MComp students and is currently guiding six PhD candidates. His grants come from MOE, NRF, A*STAR, Nokia, and Smule. He has served as General Chair of ISMIR2017 and TPC Co-Chair of ICOT2017, and is on the editorial boards of IEEE Transactions on Multimedia and Journal of New Music Research. He has also developed and taught the first course on Sound and Music Computing in Singapore. Dr. Wang leads the Sound and Music Computing Lab (SMC Lab) , a multidisciplinary team exploring the synergy of music computing, AI, mobile technology, and cloud systems for health and education. The lab actively collaborates with medical institutions such as NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Singapore General Hospital, and Harvard Medical School, and is currently working on projects in AI-supported language learning, stroke rehabilitation, and intelligent music interfaces.

Linda LintonView profile

Medical Educator

• Sports Physiotherapy
• Musculoskeletal Health
• Injury Prevention
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Linda Linton is an Advanced Practice Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Medical Educator at Queen Margaret University, with a career spanning over 25 years. She serves as clinical lead at FASIC Sport & Exercise Medicine Clinic for back, neck, and pelvic/hip conditions and supervises PhD students in aquatic therapy research. Her work bridges clinical practice, education, and research in injury prevention and rehabilitation. BSc(HONS) Physiotherapy (University of Ulster, 1994) PG Cert Sports Physiotherapy (Manchester Metropolitan University, 1997) MMACP (Glasgow Caledonian University, 2000) MSc Manual Therapy (Glasgow Caledonian University, 2005) PG Cert Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography (University East London, 2018) Injection Therapy (Queen Margaret University, 2022) Linton’s research focuses on running-related injury prevention, aquatic therapy for low back pain, and physical activity promotion. Her work includes scoping reviews on injury risk reduction practices, meta-analyses of exercise-based prevention programs, and qualitative studies on community aquatic therapy. She pioneered Prehabilitation for Runners Workshops and investigates neuromuscular training, gait re-education, and aquatic muscle activity patterns. Her publications span journals like Journal of Sports Rehabilitation , Physiotherapy , and Physical Therapy in Sport , with recent 2024-2025 studies addressing aquatic therapy mechanics, running injury prevention frameworks, and swimmer injury risk factors. She collaborates with Edinburgh Sports Medicine Research Network and Bath Research Centre in the IOC Research Centre. Linton supervises PhD students in aquatic therapy projects and integrates load management, strength training, and running biomechanics into her clinical education. Her work emphasizes practitioner-patient collaboration and evidence-based strategies to reduce injury risks across athletic populations.

Nhiem TranView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Biomedical Engineering
• Nanotechnology
• Nanomedicine
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Dr. Nhiem Tran is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Applied Chemistry and Environmental Science at RMIT University's School of Science, part of the STEM College. He joined RMIT in 2015 as a Vice Chancellor's Research Fellow after completing his PhD in Physics at Brown University (USA, 2012) and postdoctoral research at Rhode Island Hospital (USA), CSIRO, and the Australian Synchrotron. His research focuses on developing biomaterials for drug delivery, gene therapy, and medical implants, particularly lipid nanoparticles and 3D-printed metallic implants. He leads the Biomaterial Interfaces group, investigating self-assembled lipid nanoparticles for cancer and autoimmune disease treatments. His work has resulted in over 65 high-impact publications and numerous awards, including the RMIT Vice Chancellor's Research Fellowship and the Stein/Bellet Foundation Fellowship. Tran's funding comes from grants such as the ARC Discovery Project, mRNA Victoria, and the CASS Foundation. His research interests span nanomedicine, biomedical engineering, and materials science, with a focus on applications in drug delivery, bacterial infection control, and orthopaedic implants. Education: PhD in Physics (Brown University, 2012) Key Projects: 3D-printed diamond-titanium implants, lipid nanoparticle drug carriers, and antimicrobial coatings. He actively supervises postgraduate research in areas like nanomaterials for drug delivery and biomedical applications.

Basak TasView profile

Research Fellow

• Opioid overdose and its underlying mechanisms
• Opioid use disorder and related treatment
• Health interventions tackling drug-related morbidity and mortality
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Dr. Basak Tas is a Research Fellow at King's College London, based in the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience within the Department of Addictions Sciences. She has been working at King's since 2014, initially as a PhD student and then as a Post-doctoral Research Associate, before taking up her current role in 2021. Her work focuses on opioid overdose and related interventions, collaborating with Professor Sir John Strang and Dr. Will Lawn. Her educational background includes an undergraduate degree in Neuroscience from King's College London and an MSc in Neuroscience from the University of Edinburgh. She completed her PhD at King's College London under the supervision of Professor Sir John Strang, Dr. Caroline Jolley, and Dr. James Bell. Her PhD thesis was titled "Clinical and Laboratory Investigation into Heroin and Opioid Overdose Risk". Dr. Tas's research centers on opioid overdose mechanisms, opioid use disorder treatments, and health interventions to reduce drug-related deaths. She investigates experimental drug studies and develops wearable technologies for overdose detection. Her work aims to understand the physiological underpinnings of overdose and create practical tools for real-world overdose prevention, particularly in high-risk populations. Her recent publications (2020-2025) focus on innovative approaches to prevent opioid overdose deaths, including wearable biosensors (e.g., PneumoWave) and mHealth technologies. She explores risk factors for respiratory depression and the acceptability of detection devices among people who use opioids. Her work bridges laboratory models of overdose with clinical applications in supervised injecting facilities and community settings. Dr. Tas was awarded the following scientific award: Addictions Clinical Academic Group (CAG) Early Career Research Prize (2022) She contributes to teaching by supervising MSc Addiction Studies projects and teaching in the BSc Psychology "Addictions" and "Choices" modules. Additionally, she has been involved in public engagement, including school workshops and the art-science project "Heroin Bodies". Dr. Tas is part of the Drugs Research Group within the Addictions Department at King's, led by Professors John Strang and John Marsden. Her current work involves collaboration on projects related to opioid overdose and wearable technologies.

Guojun ChenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Biomaterials
• Nanomedicine
• Tissue Engineering
• +5 more

Guojun Chen is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biomedical Engineering and a member of the Rosalind & Morris Goodman Cancer Institute (GCI) at McGill University . His research focuses on engineering intelligent biomaterials for precision medicine , with emphasis on non-viral genome editing , cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) therapy , and biomaterials-mediated immunotherapy . The lab operates in a multidisciplinary environment , integrating principles from materials science , chemistry , biology , and health sciences . Education : Ph.D. from University of Wisconsin-Madison (2017), Postdoc at UCLA (2020) Research Themes : Genome Editing Delivery : Designing non-viral vectors for efficient CRISPR/Cas9 delivery in vivo. CAP-mediated Immunotherapy : Developing portable cold plasma devices to synergize with immune checkpoint blockade and study CAP’s immunological mechanisms. Biomaterials-based Immunotherapy : Reprogramming tumor microenvironments using bioresponsive materials to enhance immune responses. Publication Trends : Recent work spans responsive nanomaterials , genomic editing systems , and plasma oncology , with a focus on cancer immunotherapy , diabetes diagnostics , and bioinspired medical devices . Scientific Awards : Canada Research Chair (2024, 2025) McGill's President's Prize for Emerging Researchers (2025) FRQS Chercheurs-boursiers (2022) Chinese Association for Biomaterials Young Investigator Award (2022) NSERC Discovery Grant (2021) Advising & Grants : Supervises 14 current graduate and undergraduate students. Secured $5M+ in funding from CIHR , NSERC , CCS , and CFI , including multi-institutional collaborations with Dr. Morag Park , Dr. Réjean Lapointe , and Dr. Ian Watson .

Nigel LeeView profile

Lecturer

• Midwifery
• Labour Pain Management
• Sterile Water Injections
• +7 more

Dr. Nigel Lee is a Lecturer and NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow at the University of Queensland's School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work. He also serves as an Adjunct Associate Professor with the Molly Wardaguga Research Centre at Charles Darwin University and is affiliated with the Centre for Innovation in Pain and Health Research (CIPHeR). Dr. Lee completed his PhD in 2013 at Australian Catholic University, researching sterile water injections for managing back pain in labour. His research interests span midwifery care, labour pain management, breastfeeding support, perineal trauma prevention, and consent practices during childbirth. He has developed significant expertise in randomized controlled trials and mixed methods research design, with a strong focus on translating research into clinical practice. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate continued productivity across multiple areas of maternal health, with particular emphasis on labour induction trends, breastfeeding education, perineal trauma prevention, and consent practices during labour and birth. These works reflect his commitment to improving evidence-based midwifery practice through rigorous research. Scientific Awards: NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow NHMRC Investigator Grant (2023-2027) for 'Water injections: Transforming childbirth pain management for any woman, anywhere' Dr. Lee actively supervises multiple PhD and Master's students across various topics including respectful maternity care, perineal trauma prevention, and breastfeeding support. His current NHMRC-funded projects extend through 2027, demonstrating sustained research productivity. He collaborates extensively with researchers across Australia, Sweden, the UK, and the USA, reflecting his strong international research network. Dr. Lee's work bridges clinical practice and research, with a clear focus on improving maternal health outcomes through evidence-based practice. His leadership in the Consortium for Sterile Water Injections Research and Training (ConSIRT) demonstrates his commitment to translating research findings into practical clinical applications.

Pierre MonninView profile

Researcher

• Knowledge Graphs
• Semantic Web
• Graph Embedding
• +4 more

Pierre Monnin is a Junior Fellow in AI at Université Côte d'Azur , conducting research within the Wimmics team at the I3S Laboratory . He also teaches within the EFELIA Côte d'Azur program. His work spans multiple institutions through funded projects like SHACKLE (EU Horizon), ECLADATTA and AT2TA (ANR), with collaborations at Télécom Paris , Università di Bari , and INESC-ID in Lisbon. Previous roles include temporary lecturer at TELECOM Nancy (2023-2024) and researcher at Orange (2020-2023). Research Interests focus on the knowledge graph lifecycle (construction, matching, refinement, mining, discovery) from neurosymbolic AI and analogical reasoning perspectives. He explores Domain knowledge injection into ML models Symbolic-semantics for graph embeddings Zero-shot bootstrapping techniques Context-aware semantic annotation Link prediction with constraint enrichment Life sciences applications Recent scientific awards include: Best Paper Award at ESWC 2024 (Student & Resource Papers) Best Thesis Award from French Association EGC (2022) 1st Prize (Accuracy Track) at Semantic Web Challenge (2021) His teaching portfolio covers AI fundamentals for foreign languages, marketing, and adult education programs, with specialized courses in Semantic Web technologies NoSQL databases XML tools Compiler implementation He supervises multiple PhD students and interns on topics involving neurosymbolic refinement , knowledge reconciliation , and analogical reasoning . Key software contributions include: KGPrune - Web application for thematic Wikidata subgraph extraction PyGraft - Synthetic knowledge graph generation tool DAGOBAH UI - Semantic table interpretation interface He also maintains datasets like PGxLOD and YAGO4-LP for pharmacogenomics and link prediction.

Anne SeidlitzView profile

Professor

• Pharmaceutical Technology
• Biopharmaceutics
• 3D Printing in Drug Delivery
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Anne Seidlitz is a Professor of Pharmaceutical Technology at the Free University of Berlin since October 2024, previously holding the same position at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (2021-2024). Affiliated with the Institute of Pharmacy , she leads the Seidlitz Pharmaceutical Technology Group , focusing on solid dosage forms and biorelevant drug release studies using 3D printing and hydrogel compartments . Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Technology (Greifswald, 2009) Habilitation in Natural Sciences (Greifswald, 2015) Qualified Person under German Medicines Act (AMG) Visiting Professorships: Hamburg, Jena Research Interests: Formulation development for implants , intravitreal injections , and subcutaneous delivery systems , with emphasis on biorelevant dissolution testing under physiological flow/movement conditions. Her group pioneers 3D-printed drug delivery devices and custom hydrogel models for vitreal , ear canal , and vascular implants . Publication Trends: Recent articles focus on thermal stability of steroids during extrusion, individualized implant design , and hydrogel compartments for non-oral dissolution testing . Key collaborations include EUFEPS Network and APV (Association for Pharmaceutical Process Engineering). Scientific Involvement: Member of EUFEPS Network on Bioavailability Scientific Council, German Federal Chamber of Pharmacists Active in APV (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Pharmazeutische Verfahrenstechnik) Student Supervision: Mentored 24+ theses including 3D-printed tablets , implant coatings , and vitreal drug distribution . Collaborates with institutions in Düsseldorf , Jena , and Hamburg .

Haiyan ZhouView profile

Professor

• Genetic Medicine
• Nucleic Acid Therapeutics
• Rare Diseases
• +7 more

Professor Haiyan Zhou serves as Professor of Genetic Medicine at University College London (UCL), affiliated with the Institute of Child Health and Department of Genetics and Genomic Medicine. She directs the UK Platform of Nucleic Acid Therapy (UPNAT Node) for rare diseases, co-leads the Therapeutic Innovation and Trials Community Domain in Genomics England, and acts as Deputy Theme Lead for Novel Therapies at the NIHR Great Ormond Street Hospital Biomedical Research Centre. Prof. Zhou earned her MD-PhD in clinical medicine and skin pharmacology from Peking Union Medical College. Her research pioneers nucleic acid therapeutics (NAT) for rare genetic disorders, focusing on RNA-based approaches including antisense oligonucleotides, siRNA, and RNA editing for neuromuscular diseases. The Zhou Lab collaborates extensively across UCL with experts in muscular dystrophies, respiratory disorders, neurological conditions, and metabolic diseases to translate experimental therapies into clinical applications for pediatric patients. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a dominant focus on optimizing RNA therapeutics for spinal muscular atrophy and collagen VI-related dystrophies, with key advances in allele-specific silencing, biomarker discovery, and preclinical-to-clinical translation. Her work consistently bridges molecular mechanisms with therapeutic development, emphasizing tissue-specific delivery and treatment response monitoring. Scientific recognition includes: Harrington UK Rare Disease Scholar (2021) Lea Rose Spinal Muscular Atrophy Award (2017, 2015) Young scientist award from The SMA trust (2011) President Prize for the Young Myologist of the Year (World Muscle Society, 2006) As principal investigator, Prof. Zhou secures funding from MRC, NIHR, and the Harrington Discovery Institute for RNA therapeutic development. She mentors early-career researchers through e-COST Action, Marie Skłodowska-Curie ITN, and UCL programs while supervising MSc/PhD students. Her leadership extends to directing UCL's MSc Personalized Medicine and Novel Therapies Programme and serving on multiple education committees. The Zhou Lab operates as a multidisciplinary hub within UCL's Institute of Child Health, collaborating closely with the Dubowitz Neuromuscular Centre and international consortia like the Oligonucleotide Therapeutic Society. Current initiatives focus on individualized RNA therapy for pediatric rare diseases, with active pipelines for hereditary sensory neuropathy and COL6-related dystrophies.

• Tissue Engineering
• Biomaterials
• Dental Implants
• +5 more

Dr. Cedryck Vaquette is a Research Fellow at the School of Dentistry, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland. He is also an Affiliate of the Centre for Orofacial Regeneration, Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (COR3). His research focuses on developing innovative biomaterials and scaffold designs for dental and orthopedic applications. Dr. Vaquette holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree and has established himself as a leading researcher in tissue engineering with a particular focus on dental and bone regeneration. His work bridges the gap between materials science and clinical dentistry, developing solutions for complex regenerative challenges. University of Queensland - School of Dentistry Centre for Orofacial Regeneration, Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (COR3) His primary research interests include tissue engineering, biomaterials development, 3D printing for medical applications, dental implants, bone regeneration, and periodontal regeneration. Dr. Vaquette's work often involves the design and testing of novel scaffolds for soft and hard tissue regeneration, with a particular emphasis on creating clinically viable solutions for dental and orthopedic applications. Dr. Vaquette has secured significant funding from various sources including the International Team for Implantology Foundation, Australian Dental Research Fund Inc, University of Zurich, and Osteology Foundation. His current projects include understanding resorption patterns in vertically augmented bone and developing fiber-guiding scaffolds functionalized with Emdogain for periodontal regeneration. Understanding resorption patterns in vertically augmented bone (2023-2025) A Fibre guiding scaffold functionalised with Emdogain for periodontal regeneration (2023-2024) Dimensionally stable vertical bone augmentation using release bone morphogenetic protein 2 loaded 3D-printed Gelatine Methacrylate/mesoporous bioglass (2022-2024) Dr. Vaquette is actively supervising multiple PhD and Master's students, both as principal advisor and associate advisor. He frequently collaborates with Professor Saso Ivanovski on research projects and student supervision. His supervision portfolio includes projects on melt electrowritten scaffolds for oral soft tissue augmentation, tissue scaffolds for facial reconstruction, and bioresorbable metals as alternatives to titanium. His research has resulted in numerous publications spanning from 2004 to 2025, with a strong focus on scaffold design, biomaterials characterization, and regenerative approaches for dental and orthopedic applications.

Yuè LiView profile

Professor

• Computational Biology
• Machine Learning
• Population Genetics
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Yuè Li is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at McGill University, where he leads the Li Lab focused on machine learning applications in genomics and healthcare. His research develops computational methods for analyzing electronic health records (EHR), single-cell multi-omics data, and population genetics. Dr. Li teaches core courses including Applied Machine Learning (COMP 551), Machine Learning in Genomics and Healthcare (COMP 565), and Computer Programming for Life Sciences (COMP 204). His research interests span: AI methods for computational biology and translational healthcare Multi-modal EHR integration and clinical topic modeling Time-series health forecasting and trajectory analysis Single-cell transcriptomics and epigenomics Polygenic risk modeling and causal variant inference Regulatory genomics and functional annotation integration Publications demonstrate strong focus on transformer architectures for healthcare forecasting, Bayesian methods for genomic inference, and neural topic models for clinical phenotyping. Recent work emphasizes foundation models for single-cell data and federated learning for EHR analysis. Scientific Awards: KDD HealthDay2022 Best Paper Award for seed-guided topic modeling Dr. Li mentors graduate students and postdoctoral researchers working on machine learning applications in biomedical domains. Current lab members include Master's students Bo-Hong Wang, Claris Gu, Neda Esfehani, and Ruilin Wang, along with postdoctoral researcher Dr. Jun Bai. The Li Lab operates within McGill's School of Computer Science, developing computational frameworks to integrate heterogeneous biomedical data for improved disease understanding and clinical decision support.

• Biomedical engineering
• Tissue engineering
• Regenerative medicine
• +8 more

Professor Travis Klein leads the Cartilage Regeneration Laboratory at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) within the School of Mechanical, Medical and Process Engineering. His research spans biomedical engineering, focusing on cartilage regeneration, biofabrication, and development of advanced biomaterials for regenerative medicine. PhD in Bioengineering from University of California Co-founder of Gelomics Pty Ltd Founding Director of QUT Centre for Biomedical Technologies Klein's work integrates biomaterials , stem cell research , and mechanobiology to develop regenerative therapies for cartilage defects and osteoarthritis. His group applies similar technologies to cardiovascular and cancer applications through 3D cell culture systems and bioreactor engineering. Recent publications focus on hydrogel modifications , electrowriting techniques , and dynamic bioreactor systems for tissue engineering. His research has been recognized through competitive ARC fellowships and principal research roles in major grant projects. Recipient of 2011 ARC Industrial Transformation Training Centre Fellowship 2008 Australian Postdoctoral Fellowship awardee As an educator, Klein coordinates EGH438 - Biomaterials and ENN532 - Safety and Environmental Management , while lecturing in engineering mechanics and advanced manufacturing. He also supervises final year engineering projects ( EGH400 ).

• Anatomy Education
• Medical Education
• Clinical Anatomy
• +7 more

Asha Venkatesh is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Aberdeen, School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition, where she plays a key role in anatomy education and academic leadership. She serves as Course Coordinator for Year 2 MBChB Anatomy, Assessment Lead for Anatomy (MBChB), and Co-lead for Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and the Athena Swan Self-Assessment Team within her School. Her work focuses on enhancing medical education through innovative teaching methods, inclusive curriculum design, and digital assessment strategies. Her research interests lie at the intersection of anatomy education, clinical application, and pedagogical innovation. She is particularly known for integrating radiology into anatomy teaching, developing e-learning tools, and promoting inclusive and ethical anatomy education. Her work emphasizes student engagement, curriculum reform, and the use of technology to enhance learning outcomes in medical and biomedical sciences. Dr. Venkatesh's recent publications reflect a strong trend toward inclusive, technology-enhanced, and clinically relevant anatomy education. Themes include online assessment, gamification of learning, decolonisation of curricula, and addressing neurophobia in medical students. Her scholarly output spans journals such as Journal of Anatomy , Medical Teacher , and Biomedical Visualisation , with increasing focus on equity, ethics, and innovation in anatomical sciences. AUSA and University of Aberdeen Best Undergraduate Lecturer 2020 AUSA and University of Aberdeen Best Undergraduate Supervisor 2021 AUSA and University of Aberdeen Best Undergraduate Supervisor 2022 Dr. Venkatesh actively supervises undergraduate research projects in Biomedical Sciences and MBChB electives, and has contributed to curriculum development with funded initiatives in e-learning and assessment reform. She has served on numerous university and national committees, contributing to academic governance and quality assurance. Her external roles include being an External Examiner at the Universities of Glasgow, Dundee, and Manchester, and leadership in the Anatomical Society and TEPARG. She is a member of the Trans European Pedagogic Anatomical Research group (TEPARG), the Anatomy Associations Advisory Committee, and was Lead Organiser of the Scottish Anatomists Group (2014–2021). She also serves as Membership Officer of the Anatomical Society (2022–2024) and reviews for major journals and textbooks in anatomy and medical education.

• Implementation Science
• Mental Health
• Person-Centered Care
• +7 more

Mimi Choy-Brown is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Her work centers on implementation science, mental health services research, clinical supervision, and organizational strategies to reduce health disparities. She is actively involved in multiple NIH- and SAMHSA-funded research projects addressing HIV stigma, telehealth access for marginalized populations, and workforce retention in mental health care. University: University of Minnesota School: School of Social Work Department: Social Work Rank: Associate Professor Her research interests focus on improving mental health equity through systemic interventions. Key areas include implementation science , person-centered care , clinical supervision , organizational culture , and healthcare access for vulnerable populations such as refugees, immigrants, and people who inject drugs. She applies mixed methods and implementation frameworks to evaluate and enhance service delivery models. The most recent articles (2019–2025) reflect a strong trajectory in implementation science and mental health policy. Common themes include workforce retention, fidelity monitoring, trauma-informed care, and digital health tools like clinical decision support systems. Her work often involves collaborative, interdisciplinary teams and real-world settings such as primary care clinics, syringe service programs, and child welfare agencies. Scientific contributions include: Development of multilevel frameworks for implementation trials Strategies for reducing HIV stigma using standardized patients Integration of telehealth in harm reduction settings Organizational investments to promote mental health equality She has served as Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator on multiple federally funded grants, demonstrating leadership in securing external funding. These projects emphasize community engagement, resilience-building for refugee and immigrant youth, and scalable models for mental health service delivery. Although student advisees are not listed, her supervisory focus in research suggests mentorship in clinical and organizational research methods. She leads the LIFT Project for Northwest MHTTC and contributes to national initiatives aimed at improving mental health systems. Dr. Choy-Brown is actively engaged in research teams and collaborative networks focused on implementation science, mental health equity, and public health innovation. Her work spans academic, clinical, and community-based settings, emphasizing practical solutions to systemic challenges in mental health care.

Marco AldinucciView profile

Professor

• Parallel Computing
• High-Performance Computing (HPC)
• Cloud Engineering
• +7 more

Marco Aldinucci is a Full Professor and Head of the Parallel Computing group at the University of Torino's Computer Science Department. He leads the HPC Key Technologies and Tools (HPC-KTT) national lab under CINI, involving 38 Italian universities. His expertise spans parallel programming models, HPC systems, federated learning, and energy-efficient computing. Aldinucci has secured over €10M in EU research funding, contributed to frameworks like Fastflow and Streamflow, and pioneered initiatives like the HPC4AI lab and the CINI HPC-KTT lab. His research focuses on advancing exascale computing, cloud-HPC integration, and AI-driven medical solutions. Notable projects include the Gaia AVU-GSR solver for exascale systems and the DeepHealth Toolkit for medical AI. He has held governance roles in EuroHPC and chairs the Observatory on Trends and Applications of Supercomputing in Italy. Aldinucci’s publications (150+) address parallel algorithms, distributed learning, and sustainable HPC infrastructure. His work has been recognized with awards from HPC Advisory Council, NVIDIA, IBM, and Autodesk. Current initiatives include the Software & Integration lab at the Italian National HPC Centre (ICSC) and leadership in the OpenScience working group at Torino. His advising includes Iacopo Colonelli, whose thesis won CINI’s 2023 best award. He actively engages in EU projects, workflow systems, and standards for hybrid computing environments. Aldinucci’s labs and collaborations drive innovations in HPC portability, energy efficiency, and AI scalability.