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• Quantum Physics
• Nuclear Physics
• Low Energy Nuclear Reactions (LENR)
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Vladimir Vysotskii is a Professor and current Head of the Department of Mathematics and Theoretical Radiophysics at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, where he has served since 1974. His career progression includes Junior Researcher (1974-1976), Senior Researcher (1976-1979), Associate Professor (1979-1993), Professor (1993-2006), and Leading Researcher (2014-2015), demonstrating five decades of continuous academic service in theoretical physics. Education: 1969: Master degree in Radiophysics, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv 1974: Ph.D., Kyiv Bogolyubov Institute for Theoretical Physics 1992: Dr. Phys.-Math. Sci., Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv Research Focus: Vysotskii's pioneering work centers on coherent correlated states in quantum systems, with groundbreaking contributions to Low Energy Nuclear Reactions (LENR). His research bridges nuclear physics and biophysics through investigations into barrier transparency optimization, nuclear reactions in biological systems, and modeling of neuron synchronization mechanisms. Key methodological innovations include three-dimensional correlation techniques for radiation source detection and mathematical models for molecular diffusion in complex solutions. Publication Trends: His 2012-2015 publications reveal a concentrated exploration of correlated state formation to enhance nuclear reaction efficiency at low energies. These works, appearing in high-impact journals like Journal of Experimental and Theoretical Physics (SNIP=2.736), establish theoretical frameworks for LENR applications in environmental remediation, energy production, and biological transmutation. The consistent focus on quantum coherence under damping conditions demonstrates both theoretical rigor and practical interdisciplinary relevance.

Hongwei LongView profile

Professor

• Stochastic Analysis
• Mathematical Finance
• Parameter Estimation
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Hongwei Long is a Professor and Graduate Director in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Florida Atlantic University. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Warwick (1998) and specializes in stochastic systems, mathematical finance, and nonlinear filtering theory. His research bridges theoretical mathematics with applied domains like financial modeling and statistical inference for complex systems. Research Focus: Develops computational methods for stochastic differential equations, parameter estimation techniques for financial Lévy processes, and filtering applications in economics and engineering. His work frequently integrates heavy-tailed distributions and jump processes to model real-world volatility. Publications: Recent articles explore geometric Lévy processes, α-stable Ornstein-Uhlenbeck motions, and optimal control in forex markets, reflecting a consistent emphasis on quantitative finance and statistical methodology.

Carlo FiorinaView profile

Associate Professor

• Nuclear Reactor Analysis
• Scientific Computing
• Thermal-Hydraulics
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Carlo Fiorina is an Associate Professor of Nuclear Engineering at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the Computational and Data Sciences Applied to National Security and Nuclear Engineering groups. His work focuses on high-fidelity numerical methods, advanced reactor design, and open-source software development for nuclear systems. Fiorina holds a Ph.D. in Energy and Nuclear Science from Politecnico di Milano, alongside M.S. and B.S. degrees in Nuclear and Electrical Engineering. Research Interests Fiorina's research spans thermal-hydraulics simulation, neutronics modeling, and uncertainty quantification for fusion and fission systems. He specializes in multiphysics coupling frameworks (e.g., GeN-Foam, MOOSE) and has pioneered dynamic mesh deformation techniques for fuel performance analysis. His work integrates machine learning for reduced-order modeling, accelerating simulations of complex phenomena like sodium boiling in fast reactors. Awards Early Career Reactor Physicist Award (American Nuclear Society, 2023) Most Cited Paper in Progress in Nuclear Energy (2016) Best Technical Paper in Progress in Nuclear Energy (2013) Research Contributions His publications emphasize reactor safety analysis (e.g., PCMI effects, NECTAR benchmarking) and fusion chamber dynamics. Fiorina has led collaborations on open-source tools like GeN-ROM for molten salt reactors and contributed to international initiatives like IAEA's fast reactor thermal-hydraulics studies. His recent work explores AI's role in nuclear engineering, including surrogate modeling for transient simulations. Labs/Teams Fiorina directs the Computational Nuclear Engineering Lab at Texas A&M, focusing on multiphysics software development and validation against experimental data from facilities like the CROCUS reactor.

• Corrosion of Materials
• Nuclear Materials Science
• Surface Chemistry
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Dr. John W. Farley is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). His research group focuses on the corrosion of steels by lead-bismuth eutectic (LBE), a coolant and spallation target material for nuclear waste transmutation systems. Supported by the Department of Energy's Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative, he collaborates with researchers across chemistry, physics, and nuclear engineering disciplines. Department: Physics Key Collaborators: Allen L. Johnson, Daniel Koury, Brian Hosterman Research Funding: DOE Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative Research Interests Dr. Farley's work investigates the unique corrosion mechanisms of stainless steels in LBE environments, which differ fundamentally from moisture-induced corrosion. His group employs advanced techniques like scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (EDAX), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) to analyze oxide formation, grain boundary effects, and surface preparation impacts on material stability. Key findings include the counterintuitive corrosion resistance of cold-rolled steel compared to annealed samples, and the critical role of surface treatments in preventing elemental leaching. Research applications extend to nuclear waste repositories, hydrogen production systems, and reactor coolant technology. Student Contributions Daniel Koury (PhD 2008) - Bi-layer oxide growth mechanisms Brian Hosterman (PhD 2010) - Laser micro-Raman corrosion analysis Thao Trung Ho (MS 2009) - Sulfur-Iodine cycle material studies

Marco ViebachView profile

Researcher

• Nuclear Reactor Physics
• Neutron Noise Analysis
• Nuclear Safety Systems
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Dr. Marco Viebach serves as a Research Associate and leader of the Junior Research Group NAUTILUS at the Chair of Hydrogen and Nuclear Energy within the Institute of Process Engineering and Environmental Technology at Technical University of Dresden. His primary affiliation spans since November 2013 with promotion to group leader in March 2023. Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering (2021, TU Dresden) Diploma in Physics (2013, TU Dresden) Preliminary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (2008, TU Dresden) Dr. Viebach's research focuses on nuclear reactor physics with specialization in neutron noise analysis, reactor stability behavior, and nuclear safety systems. His experimental work centers on the AKR-2 research reactor, investigating neutron flux fluctuations in pressurized water reactors through projects like NEUS and CORTEX. He develops advanced methods for nuclear waste management through the NAUTILUS initiative and explores molten salt reactor technologies. His publication record shows consistent output in nuclear engineering journals, with recent emphasis on hydrogen integration with nuclear power plants, experimental validation of reactor physics codes, and zero-power reactor experiments. Current research trends indicate growing focus on hybrid energy systems combining nuclear power with hydrogen production. Dr. Viebach actively mentors student assignments, final theses, and PhD candidates while teaching courses in Fundamentals of Nuclear Technology, Reactor Physics Aspects, and Thermalhydraulics and Safety of Nuclear Facilities. His collaborative work spans international institutions including Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf and Joint Institute for Nuclear Research in Dubna.

• Italian Literature
• History of Fascism
• Biopolitics
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Emanuel Rota serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Comparative & World Literature at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's College of Liberal Arts & Sciences. He maintains additional appointments as Associate Professor in French and Italian, History, Unit for Criticism and Interpretive Theory, Program in Comparative and World Literature, Program in Jewish Culture and Society, and Center for Global Studies. Rota concurrently directs the European Union Center, demonstrating significant institutional leadership across interdisciplinary domains. His research centers on Italian literary-historical intersections with fascism, biopolitics, and psychoanalytic theory. Rota examines Enlightenment immunity concepts, Pasolini's cinematic adaptations of Freudian tragedy, and biopolitical tropes connecting Manzoni's I promessi sposi to Fascist racial manifestos. His work consistently analyzes colonial narratives and the interplay between literature, historical trauma, and political ideology in European contexts from the 18th century through the Fascist era. Rota's publications reveal methodological breadth across literary criticism, historical analysis, and political theory. Recent works demonstrate persistent engagement with medical-juridical history during Enlightenment, Fascist colonial propaganda in Africa, and psychoanalytic readings of Italian cinema. His scholarship exhibits particular attention to conceptual evolution in biopolitical discourse and the transmutation of literary motifs into political ideology. As Director of the European Union Center, Rota facilitates cross-disciplinary collaboration on European integration studies while contributing to Jewish cultural research through affiliated programs. His academic profile reflects deep commitment to critical theory and the examination of power structures across historical and contemporary European thought.

• Physics
• Elementary Particles
• Nuclear Physics
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Polievkt Perov is a faculty member in the Physics Department at Suffolk University , affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences . His research focuses on elementary particles , nuclear physics , and quantum physics , particularly exploring fractional charges and neutrino properties beyond the Standard Model. Perov’s work investigates quark and neutrino structures through spinning composite models , axial electric potentials , and electrostatic energy dynamics . His recent publications analyze electron-positron equilibrium states , proton-neutron transmutation , and neutrino-antineutrino pairs in nuclear reactions. The 15 most recent articles highlight his contributions to particle physics and theoretical nuclear models , with key subfields including neutrino dipoles , fractional charges , and unconventional magnetic moments . Perov has co-authored works with Natasha Perova-Mello , indicating mentoring roles in physics research . No explicit grants or awards are mentioned in the scraped data.

• Mathematical Physics
• Probability Theory
• Random Matrix Theory
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Gaultier Lambert is an Associate Professor at the Department of Probability, Mathematical Physics and Statistics, KTH Royal Institute of Technology. His research focuses on the intersection of probability theory, mathematical physics, and random matrix theory, with particular emphasis on determinantal processes, log-correlated fields, and quantum statistics. He holds a PhD and has an extensive publication record in high-impact journals. Key research areas include fluctuations in free fermionic systems, multiplicative chaos, and universality in random matrix ensembles. His work explores topics such as characteristic polynomials of random matrices, law of large numbers for Coulomb gas potentials, and quantum statistics transmutation via magnetic flux attachment. Recent publications (2021–2025) emphasize asymptotic analysis of eigenvalue fluctuations, universality in semiclassical systems, and stochastic processes in high-dimensional spaces. Lambert’s contributions bridge theoretical probability with applications in quantum physics and statistical mechanics. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided texts. He advises no listed students and is affiliated with the Lindstedtsvägen 25 research group at KTH.

Justin RivestView profile

Assistant Professor

• History of Medicine
• History of Science
• Early Modern France
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Justin Rivest is an Assistant Professor in the Department of History at Kenyon College, specializing in early modern France, the history of science, and the history of medicine. He joined the department in fall 2021, bringing expertise in the development of pharmaceutical monopolies and the standardization of drugs in the 17th and 18th centuries. Education: PhD in the History of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University (2016) MA in History, Carleton University (2010) BHum in Humanities, Carleton University (2008) His research centers on the early modern pharmaceutical industry, particularly how royal monopoly privileges laid the groundwork for modern drug patents. He investigates how standardized medicines were distributed to large institutions like the French military, navy, and missionary societies between 1670 and 1750. His teaching reflects his interdisciplinary interests, covering early modern Europe, the French Revolution, and the roles of alchemy, astrology, and magic in scientific thought. His publications appear in leading journals such as the Bulletin of the History of Medicine , Ambix , The Canadian Journal of History , and the New England Journal of Medicine . The articles show a consistent focus on the intersections of science, commerce, and state power in early modern Europe, particularly in France. Themes include drug regulation, medical entrepreneurship, and the transformation of alchemical practices into scientific medicine. Scientific Awards: Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship, Faculty of History, University of Cambridge Justin Rivest has advised graduate and undergraduate students in historical research, particularly in the areas of medical history and early modern science. His work has been supported by fellowships and research grants, including his Leverhulme Fellowship at Clare Hall, Cambridge. He continues to develop his book project on early pharmaceutical monopolists and their impact on public health infrastructure. He was previously a research fellow at Clare Hall, University of Cambridge, and his academic journey reflects a strong foundation in both humanities and medical history, bridging cultural, scientific, and institutional perspectives.

Thom VernonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Creative Writing
• Failure Theory
• Queer Theory
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Thom Vernon is an Assistant Professor of Creative Writing and English at Thompson Rivers University with adjunct roles at the University of New Brunswick. His Vanier-awarded doctoral research theorizes failure as a creative tool. A multidisciplinary artist, his work spans novels, essays, and multimedia performances exploring queer identity and stigma transmutation. Research focuses on creative writing pedagogy, queer theory, and literary aesthetics with emphasis on failure as a generative force. His 2024 novel examines self-erasure themes, while his National Magazine Award-winning essay reflects on pandemic experiences. Honors include the Edna Staebler Prize and fellowships from SSHRC. He actively contributes to academic conferences and edited collections on failure in literary contexts while developing XR applications for cultural narratives.

Matthew CrawfordView profile

Associate Professor

• History of Knowledge
• Early Modern History
• Iberian Atlantic Studies
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Matthew Crawford is Associate Professor in the Department of History at Kent State University, specializing in early modern Iberian Atlantic history with emphasis on knowledge systems, science, and medicine. Contact at mcrawf11@kent.edu or 330-672-8913. Education: Ph.D., University of California, San Diego, 2009 M.A., University of California, San Diego, 2005 B.A., Tufts University, 2000 Research examines colonial knowledge exchange, imperial science, and healing practices across the Spanish Atlantic, with ongoing projects on Andean mining and religious tolerance. Publications focus on pharmacopoeias, colonial botany, and scientific authority, with recent work exploring epistemic crises and material transformations in scientific history. Awards include: Fulbright Fellowship (2005-2006) John Carter Brown Library Fellowship (2012) Science History Institute Fellowship (2018)

Allen CroffView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Nuclear Fuel Cycle Technology
• Nuclear Material and Waste Treatment
• Advanced Nuclear Reactor Technology
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Allen Croff is an Adjunct Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Vanderbilt University. He holds notable roles including membership on the U.S. Nuclear Waste Technical Review Board since 2015 and as a Distinguished Emeritus Member of the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements. With 29 years of experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, he has served on high-level advisory committees for nuclear policy and technology, including the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Blue Ribbon Commission on America’s Nuclear Future. Education: M.B.A., University of Tennessee B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Michigan State University Degree in Nuclear Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology His research focuses on nuclear fuel cycle technology, waste management, advanced reactor design, regulatory frameworks, and risk assessment. He developed the ORIGEN2 code for nuclear material characterization and contributed to redefining transuranic waste standards. His work includes systems analysis of nuclear fuel cycles and evaluation of actinide partitioning-transmutation concepts. Awards: Distinguished Emeritus Member, National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements Croff’s career includes leadership in national/international committees and technical advisory roles, though specific grants or student advising details are not documented here. He is affiliated with Vanderbilt’s School of Engineering and contributes to interdisciplinary nuclear technology and policy discussions.

Lawrence M. PrincipeView profile

Professor

• History of Science
• Early Modern Science
• Late Medieval Technology
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Lawrence M. Principe is the Drew Professor of the Humanities and Director of the Singleton Center for the Study of Premodern Europe at Johns Hopkins University. He holds a dual PhD in History of Science (Johns Hopkins) and Organic Chemistry (Indiana University). His research focuses on late medieval and early modern science/technology, particularly the history of alchemy/chemistry and science-theology intersections. He teaches courses on premodern science, the Scientific Revolution, and science-religion dynamics, alongside specialized graduate seminars. Principe employs both traditional historical methods and experimental replication of historical alchemical processes in modern labs to bridge theory and practice. He authored key monographs like *The Transmutations of Chymistry* and popular books such as *The Secrets of Alchemy*. His current work involves editing/translation of 14th-century alchemist John of Rupescissa's works.

Bill JenkinsView profile

Research Fellow

• History of Science
• Scottish Enlightenment
• Natural History
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Dr Bill Jenkins is an Honorary Research Fellow at the School of History, University of St Andrews, specializing in the history of science with a focus on 19th-century Scottish intellectual life. His work examines the intersections of scientific thought, cultural context, and institutional dynamics in Edinburgh and beyond. Key research themes include pre-Darwinian evolutionary theories, the role of natural history in shaping scientific debates, and the cultural history of scientific instruments and ideas. Jenkins has contributed extensively to understanding figures like David Brewster and Robert Jameson, exploring their roles in shaping scientific discourse through patronage, publishing, and interdisciplinary collaboration. His research spans topics such as phrenology, racial theories, and the global dissemination of scientific ideas, often analyzing how religious, political, and social factors influenced scientific developments. Notable publications include Evolution before Darwin: Theories of the Transmutation of Species in Edinburgh, 1804-1834 (2019) and numerous articles on natural history controversies, such as the 'Stronsay Beast' case. Jenkins also engages with the material culture of science, including studies of optical instruments and the role of journals in disseminating knowledge. Although no formal awards are listed, his contributions to Scottish Enlightenment scholarship and Victorian science history have been widely recognized in academic circles. His research often bridges the gap between local Scottish contexts and broader global scientific narratives, emphasizing the importance of Edinburgh as a hub for transformative scientific thought in the early 19th century.

Murray ColeView profile

Professor

• Parallel Programming
• Skeletons in Parallel Computing
• Heterogeneous Systems
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Professor Murray Cole is a faculty member at the School of Informatics , University of Edinburgh, holding the Personal Chair of Patterned Parallel Computing. He is affiliated with the Institute for Computing Systems Architecture and co-directs the Centre for Doctoral Training in Pervasive Parallelism . As a PGR Personal Tutor, he provides academic support for research students. His research focuses on parallel programming models , particularly skeletons—abstractions for structuring parallel programs. Key areas include performance portability across architectures (GPUs, manycore, clusters), dynamic optimization, and domain-specific languages. Projects like Transmuter and CoSPARSE highlight his work in reconfigurable hardware and graph analytics. He contributes to postgraduate teaching through the course Parallel Programming Languages and Systems . While no explicit scientific awards are listed, his leadership in major EPSRC-funded projects underscores his impact in compiler design and computer architecture.