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Jan AllbeckView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Game Technology
• Computer Graphics

Jan Allbeck is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Associate Dean of the Honors College at George Mason University's College of Engineering and Computing. She advises honors students in Applied Computer Science and Computer Science, while teaching courses on game design, computer graphics, and special effects. PhD, Computer and Information Science, University of Pennsylvania MSE, Computer and Information Science, University of Pennsylvania BS, Computer Science, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania BA, Mathematics, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania Allbeck's research focuses on the intersection of animation, artificial intelligence, and psychology, particularly in simulating virtual humans and intelligent crowds. She develops frameworks for behavioral realism, agent decision-making, and crowd dynamics, with applications in virtual reality and cybersecurity training. As director of the Games And Intelligent Animation (GAIA) Lab, she explores advanced simulation techniques including semantic virtual environments, parameterized memory models, and high-density autonomous crowd systems. Her work emphasizes creating agents that can interact plausibly with humans and environments.

• Tribal resilience
• climate impacts
• extreme events
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Maureen McCarthy is a Research Professor in Environmental Science at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) in Reno, Nevada, affiliated with the Earth and Ecosystem Sciences division. Her work bridges climate science and community resilience, with emphasis on tribal lands and extreme weather adaptation across the Western United States. Her research spans tribal resilience, climate impacts, extreme events, GHG fluxes, water security, and drought mitigation. Dr. McCarthy integrates Indigenous knowledge with climate modeling to develop practical adaptation frameworks, particularly for arid regions and Native American communities facing water scarcity and extreme weather threats. Recent publications reveal consistent focus on collaborative climate resilience projects including Native Waters on Arid Lands and ARkStorm@Tahoe. Her work emphasizes stakeholder engagement, scenario-based planning for extreme storms, and translating climate data into emergency management protocols with tribal partners. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Dr. McCarthy leads interdisciplinary collaborations like the Native Waters on Arid Lands project (2015-2022) and Tahoe Science Consortium initiatives, working with tribal nations, federal agencies, and academic partners to co-produce climate adaptation tools. Her teams prioritize community-driven solutions for water security and disaster preparedness in vulnerable regions.

Theodore G. DrivasView profile

Assistant Professor

• Genetic Medicine
• Genomics
• Human Genetics
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Theodore G. Drivas, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine. His research focuses on the genetic architecture of human disease, particularly examining interactions between common and rare genetic variants and their relationship to common and rare diseases. Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Institution: University of Pennsylvania School: Perelman School of Medicine Department: Department of Medicine Dr. Drivas's work spans multiple domains including: Genetic Medicine Genomics Human Genetics Precision Medicine Clinical Genetics Health Disparities Recent research trends show strong emphasis on: GWAS studies for inflammatory diseases like hidradenitis suppurativa Racial disparities in genetic testing access Polygenic risk score validation and implementation Multi-ethnic cancer susceptibility gene analysis Sex-specific genetic effects in cardiomyopathy Development of genomic implementation strategies

Gary WeissmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• clinical research informatics
• natural language processing
• acute care clinical decision support
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Gary Weissman, MD, MSHP, serves as an Assistant Professor of Medicine with a research program centered at the intersection of clinical medicine and advanced informatics. His work bridges critical care practice with data science to develop innovative solutions for patient care improvement, focusing on clinical research informatics, natural language processing, acute care clinical decision support, population health management, and health informatics policy. Dr. Weissman's research program addresses fundamental challenges in acute care delivery through sophisticated analysis of electronic health record data. He has pioneered methods for identifying patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and sepsis using natural language processing of clinical notes, developed standardized data frameworks like the Common Longitudinal Intensive Care Unit (CLIF) format, and investigated health equity implications of clinical algorithms. His work on goal-concordant care measurement and ventilator management optimization demonstrates commitment to both technical innovation and ethical healthcare delivery. Current investigations examine social determinants of health impacts on respiratory outcomes and biases in pulmonary function test interpretation. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory focused on critical care informatics with three dominant themes: 1) Development and validation of machine learning models for retrospective identification of critical conditions (ARDS, sepsis); 2) Standardization of ICU data formats and ventilator management protocols; 3) Rigorous evaluation of health equity dimensions in clinical algorithms and diagnostic criteria. His multi-center studies consistently address real-world implementation challenges while advancing methodological approaches for EHR-based research. While specific details regarding teaching appointments, grant funding, and advising responsibilities are not documented in available sources, Dr. Weissman's prolific publication record (over 50 papers since 2022) indicates an active research program with significant implications for critical care practice, health policy, and medical informatics infrastructure development. His work exemplifies the integration of computational methods with clinical expertise to solve pressing healthcare challenges.

Adilson Passos da Costa MarquesView profile

Associate Professor

• Public Health
• Gerontology
• Mental Health
• +5 more

Adilson Passos da Costa Marques is an Associate Professor with Habilitation at the University of Lisbon , affiliated with the Education, Social Sciences and Humanities Study Center. His research focuses on the bidirectional relationships between physical activity, depression, and health-related fitness across diverse populations including youth, middle-aged, and older adults. Key research areas: Public Health, Gerontology, Mental Health, Physical Fitness, and Epidemiology Recent work includes developing the Youth Fitness International Test (YFIT) battery, analyzing neurobiological and social mechanisms of physical activity on depression, and cross-national frailty studies in aging populations The YFIT battery project represents a major contribution to standardized youth fitness assessment. His 2025 publications also explore topics like adiposity mortality associations, injury prediction models, and mental health interventions through physical activity. This academic has no scientific awards listed in the provided text and no student advisees are mentioned. He is actively publishing in high-impact journals like Frontiers in Physiology , Mayo Clinic Proceedings , and European Journal of Sport Science .

• Sports Medicine
• Rehabilitation
• Exercise Physiology
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Prof. Dr. Tarık ÖZMEN is a full-time Professor at Karabük University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation since 2023. With academic credentials including a PhD in Coach Education (2005-2011) and Master's in Physical Therapy (2003-2005) from Abant İzzet Baysal University, he has held administrative roles such as Department Chair (2013-present) and Vice Dean (2016-2020). Academic Background : PhD in Coach Education (Abant İzzet Baysal University, 2011) Master's : Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (Abant İzzet Baysal University, 2005) Bachelor's : Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (Hacettepe University, 1999) Research Interests focus on clinical biomechanics , sports rehabilitation , and exercise physiology . His work examines therapeutic interventions for muscle soreness, balance disorders, and sports injury prevention across diverse populations including athletes, Down syndrome patients, and elderly individuals. Publication Trends (15 most recent) reveal specialization in vibration therapy , kinesiology taping , and core stability training . Key themes include postural balance assessment , Q-angle biomechanics , and disaster preparedness education for healthcare professionals. Editorial Contributions include co-editing "Çocuklarda Hareket Gelişimine Giriş" (2021) and serving as associate editor for Sağlık ve Yaşam Bilimleri Dergisi (2024). He has advised 11 Master's students including Furkan Keskin and Nisa Türütgen , with thesis topics spanning from "Down Syndrome balance" to "Wheelchair Basketball recovery". Collaborative Network spans 67 researchers across institutions like Karabük University (17 collaborations), Yozgat Bozok University (12), and international experts like Victor Queiros (2024) and Michael Willems (2017). His work has been cited 942 times in Google Scholar with h-index 15.

Stefana ParaschoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Digital Fabrication
• Robotic Construction
• Sustainable Architecture
• +3 more

Stefana Parascho serves as Tenure Track Assistant Professor at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC), specifically in the Institute of Architecture (IA). She leads the Laboratory for Creative Computation (CRCL) and concurrently heads the Diversity Office at ENAC, demonstrating dual commitments to technological innovation and institutional equity. Her research pioneers intersections of digital fabrication, robotics, and sustainable architecture, with particular focus on transforming construction waste into valuable resources. Through computational design and robotic assembly, she develops novel methodologies for upcycling concrete rubble and timber into structurally sound building components, directly addressing circular economy challenges in construction. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with physical prototyping, emphasizing human-robot collaboration and material reintegration. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a cohesive trajectory toward waste valorization through digital processes, with concrete rubble masonry and timber reuse forming the core technical pillars. These investigations consistently integrate robotic fabrication, structural validation, and circular design principles across 15+ publications since 2023, establishing new paradigms for resource-efficient construction. As an academic advisor, she supervises four PhD candidates (Grangeot Maxence, Skevaki Eleni Maria, Vallat Gabriel Rémi, Wang Jingwen) while contributing to architectural education through courses like "Digital design and making: A critical introduction" that merge technical skill development with theoretical critique. Her leadership extends to the ENAC Teaching Committee and institutional diversity initiatives, reflecting comprehensive engagement with academic community development. Her operational base at CRCL (https://crcl.epfl.ch) provides the technical infrastructure for robotic experimentation, while her Diversity Office role (https://www.epfl.ch/schools/enac/about/diversity-office/) demonstrates parallel commitment to inclusive academic environments. This dual focus positions her at the forefront of both technological innovation and cultural transformation within architectural academia.

Bonnie RussellView profile

Researcher

• Digital Humanities
• Library and Information Science
• Open Educational Resources
• +7 more

Bonnie Russell (MLIS, Wayne State University) is a Researcher at Michigan State University's College of Arts & Letters , serving as Product Manager for Knowledge Commons, Associate Director for Mesh Research, and Digital Strategist for HuMetricsHSS. She specializes in technical project management, user experience design, and values-aligned digital scholarship. Education: MLIS, Wayne State University BA in Film Studies with minor in Theatre, Wayne State University Her research interests intersect digital humanities, accessibility design, and open educational resources. She advocates for inclusive digital spaces through initiatives like: Implementing Atkinson Hyperlegible font Developing screen reader-compliant PDFs Advancing values-based scholarly communication Creating closed captions for all digital content Building accessible repository systems Enacting equity in academic technology Current article trends show focus on: Access and equity in digital infrastructure Emerging technologies for scholarly communication Redesigning academic platforms for inclusivity Managing persistent identifiers in public scholarship Reimagining repository systems Values-driven technology implementation Organizational engagement includes: American Library Association Association of College and Research Libraries Michigan Academic Library Association Digital Accessibility Group (DLF) Michigan OER Network She co-authored the open educational resource Publishing Values-based Scholarly Communication with Kath Burton and Catherine Cocks, and leads UX research for Humanities Commons' ongoing redesign.

Anne JurkutatView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Speech-Language Pathology
• Communication Disorders
• Voice Disorders
• +5 more

Anne Jurkutat is a Senior Lecturer and Academic Councillor at the Chair of Pedagogy and Intervention for Language and Communication Impairments, Faculty of Human Sciences, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg. She manages the speech therapy outpatient clinic, leads voice disorder prevention programs for teachers, and serves as an Equal Opportunities Officer at the Institute for Special Education. PhD in Special Education (2011, University of Würzburg) MA in Special Education – Speech Therapy (2006, University of Würzburg) MSc in Human Communication Sciences (2002, University of Newcastle upon Tyne) Her research focuses on voice disorders in adults, phonological disorders in children, Glut1 deficiency syndrome speech impairments, and orofacial cleft-related language development. She investigates speech motor disorders in neurological conditions, diagnostic tools for childhood speech sound disorders, and interdisciplinary applications of music therapy. Recent publications highlight her work on Glut1-DS speech patterns, standardized diagnostic assessments, and early music-language interaction effects. She has collaborated on studies involving ketogenic diet impacts on cognitive profiles and interdisciplinary approaches to voice hygiene for teachers. 2009: Preis für gute Lehre (Prize for Good Teaching) at Bavarian State Universities Jurkutat supervises admission theses, contributes to state exams in special education, and integrates speech physiology into music pedagogy. She leads the STRONG VOICE MAKES SCHOOL project and applies mindfulness techniques in voice training for educators.

Dimitrios ApostolopoulosView profile

Assistant Professor

• Optical Communication Systems
• Optical Wireless Technologies
• Converged Optical-Wireless Networks
• +2 more

Dimitrios Apostolopoulos serves as Assistant Professor at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), within the Division of Information Transmission Systems and Material Technology. His academic foundation was built at NTUA where he earned both Diploma (2004) and Ph.D. (2009) degrees, followed by an MBA from Hellenic Open University. His educational qualifications include: Diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA (2004) Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, NTUA (2009) MBA, Hellenic Open University Prof. Apostolopoulos specializes in optical communication systems, optical wireless technologies, and converged optical-wireless networks, with particular expertise in photonic integrated circuits for telecom/datacom/sensing applications and optical computing for AI. His research directly addresses next-generation network challenges through photonic innovation, bridging theoretical frameworks with practical engineering solutions for 5G/B5G/6G systems. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals dominant themes in 6G hybrid transport architectures (fiber/FSO/mmWave), silicon photonics for aerospace environmental sensing, and integrated optical components for Lidar/gas detection systems. This work demonstrates consistent progression from fundamental photonic research to real-world deployment scenarios. His scientific recognition includes: Dimitris N. Chorafas Foundation Award (2009) for doctoral contributions to all-optical broadband communications Prof. Apostolopoulos actively leads over 15 European/national research projects while serving on technical committees for ECOC, IEEE GLOBECOM, and N&N conferences. As co-chair of EuCNC/6G Summit's Wireless/Optical/Satellite Networks track, he shapes next-gen network standards. His teaching portfolio spans undergraduate telecommunications courses from circuit analysis to optical network design. He maintains active collaboration within photonic research teams through projects like Int5Gent and Int5gent, focusing on integrated solutions for communications infrastructure and sensing applications across aerospace and environmental monitoring domains.

• Microwave Theory and Techniques
• Wireless Communications
• MIMO Systems
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Professor Dimitra Kaklamani is a distinguished faculty member at the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), where she serves as a Professor in the Division of Information Transmission Systems and Material Technology. With over 300 publications to her name, she has established herself as a leading researcher in microwave engineering, wireless communications, and computational electromagnetics, having progressed through academic ranks from Lecturer (1995) to Professor (2009). Her research spans numerous critical areas in electrical engineering: Microwave Theory and Techniques Wireless Communications and MIMO Systems Computational Electromagnetics Object-Oriented and Distributed Computing Security & Privacy in Networked Systems Machine Learning Applications in Telecommunications Professor Kaklamani's research trajectory demonstrates a natural evolution from traditional microwave engineering toward cutting-edge areas like AI-enabled wireless communications and privacy-preserving network architectures. Her recent work (2023-2025) shows particular focus on intelligent metasurfaces for wireless communications, federated learning applications in next-generation networks, and security aspects of 5G/6G systems. This reflects both continuity with her foundational work in computational electromagnetics and adaptation to emerging technological frontiers. She serves as Editor of an international book by Springer-Verlag (2000) in applied Computational Electromagnetics and regularly reviews for IEEE journals, demonstrating her standing in the scholarly community. Her teaching portfolio is equally comprehensive, ranging from foundational courses like Linear Circuits Analysis to advanced topics such as Computational Electromagnetics and Machine Learning in Mobile Computing, reflecting her broad expertise across electrical engineering disciplines.

• Educational Assessment
• Classroom Assessment
• Assessment Literacy
• +5 more

Dr Catarina F. Correia serves as Lecturer in Educational Assessment at University College London's Institute of Education within the Department of Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment. She is Route Leader for the MA in Education (Assessment) and co-director of the UCL Educational Assessment Group (EAG), with additional affiliations to BERA and AEA-Europe. Her research spans classroom assessment, assessment literacy, critical theory, and teacher education, with particular emphasis on formative assessment practices in inquiry-based science education. Current projects include Where is my Exam? examining A-level assessment during pandemic disruptions and Critical Consciousness in Assessment exploring teachers' critical engagement with assessment systems. Analysis of her publication trajectory reveals sustained focus on assessment design principles, particularly for practical science education and teacher development. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks in critical pedagogy with practical classroom applications, demonstrating evolution from chemistry education research to broader educational assessment scholarship. UCL Student Choice Award 2025 for Excellent Personal Tutoring Dr Correia supervises MA, EdD, and PhD students while serving as external examiner. Her teaching encompasses Assessment: Issues and Practice, Educational Testing, and Assessment for Learning modules. She previously contributed to the PGCE science programme at King's College London and taught chemistry at institutions in Portugal and France.

• Child Psychiatry
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
• +4 more

James McCracken is a tenured Professor of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine. As Director of the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, he leads the NIMH-funded Research Center 'Translational Research to Enhance Cognitive Control' focusing on novel treatments for cognitive deficits in child psychiatry. His research spans pharmacogenomics, neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, ADHD, OCD), and autonomic neurophysiology. Key affiliations: Center for Autism Research and Treatment (CART), ADHD Brain Research Institute, Society for Neuroscience Research themes: Pharmacologic interventions for neurodevelopmental disorders, white matter sex differences, EEG biomarkers, and genome-wide association studies Leadership roles: Principal Investigator for multiple NIMH grants, editorial board member for the Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology His recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize precision medicine in ASD, OCD genetics, and pupillary response as a neurophysiological marker. Awards include the APA Young Psychiatrist Research Award and listings in Best Doctors and Top Doctors databases. Scientific Awards American Psychiatric Association Young Psychiatrist Research Award Best Doctors in America America's Top Doctors Publications Over 150 peer-reviewed articles across child psychiatry Leading research in pharmacogenomics and neuroimaging

Jane Chung-DoView profile

Professor

• Public Health
• Community Health
• Preventive Medicine
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Jane Chung-Do, DrPH, serves as Professor and Associate Chair of Social and Behavioral Health Sciences at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, specializing in community-based participatory research to enhance youth and family wellness in rural and minority communities through culturally-grounded approaches. Her academic credentials include: DrPH in Community-Based and Translational Research from University of Hawaii at Manoa MPH in Social and Behavioral Health Sciences from University of Hawaii at Manoa BA in Biology and Psychology from Gonzaga University Dr. Chung-Do's research employs strength-based methodologies to address interpersonal youth violence, gender violence, school connectedness, suicide, and child abuse through primary prevention. As a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Interdisciplinary Research Leaders Fellow, she leads the MALAMA aquaponics project promoting healthy eating in Native Hawaiian communities and co-founded the Waimānalo Pono Research Hui for community-driven programming. Her publication record (2015-2019) reveals consistent focus on culturally-grounded community health interventions, with recurrent themes in Native Hawaiian wellness, suicide prevention, and aquaponics-based dietary interventions – all executed through community-academic partnerships addressing health disparities. Scientific recognition includes: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Interdisciplinary Research Leaders Fellow Dr. Chung-Do mentors students through PH 623 (Health Promotion Theory), PH 704 (Community-Based Participatory Research), and PH 771 (Teaching Practicum), with research supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Her MALAMA project and Waimānalo Pono Research Hui demonstrate deep community integration through backyard aquaponics programming and culturally-grounded research protocols developed with Native Hawaiian communities.

Wei PanView profile

Associate Professor

• Causal inference and propensity score analysis
• Multilevel, longitudinal, and structural modeling
• Research synthesis and meta-analysis
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Dr. Wei Pan serves as Associate Professor and Faculty Lead for the Research Area of Excellence in Methods and Analytics at Duke University School of Nursing. He holds a PhD in Measurement and Quantitative Methods from Michigan State University (2001) and an MS in Statistics from Fuzhou University, China (1989). His educational credentials include: PhD in Measurement and Quantitative Methods, Michigan State University, 2001 MS in Statistics, Fuzhou University, China, 1989 Dr. Pan specializes in advanced statistical methodologies including causal inference, propensity score analysis, multilevel modeling, and meta-analysis. His research bridges methodological innovation with critical applications in adolescent health, substance abuse, symptom management, and health disparities. He has developed significant expertise in reducing selection bias in observational studies, as evidenced by his book Propensity Score Analysis: Fundamentals and Developments . His work consistently addresses measurement challenges in social, behavioral, and health sciences contexts. Analysis of Dr. Pan's recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a dominant focus on health equity and methodological rigor. His work spans sickle cell disease management, HIV outcomes in global contexts, adolescent mental health, and systemic biases in healthcare delivery. He frequently employs latent profile analysis, meta-analytic techniques, and causal modeling to investigate complex phenomena like nurse burnout during emergencies, digital media impacts on cognition, and racial disparities in anesthesia. His research demonstrates strong alignment with NIH-funded priorities in health services and implementation science. Dr. Pan has secured continuous funding from major federal agencies including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), and U.S. Department of Education. His collaborative projects emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to chronic disease management, healthcare transitions, and mental health equity. While no formal students are listed in his directory, his methodological expertise supports numerous trainees through the PhD in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs at Duke.