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• Nursing Science
• Quality of Life Research
• Adolescent Health
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Turid Kristin Bigum Sundar serves as Associate Professor at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Health Sciences within the Department of Nursing and Health Promotion, where she holds the position of Head of Studies for Area of Responsibility 1. Her academic work centers on nursing science with emphasis on quality of life research. Her research interests focus on adolescent health challenges, particularly: Digital health interventions for overweight/obese youth Person-centered approaches for adolescents with persistent pain Physical activity interventions in school settings Public health triad components (social inequality, health literacy, quality of life) Implementation of master's level competencies in clinical practice Recent work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration across public health, nursing, and education sectors. Analysis of her publication timeline reveals consistent focus on adolescent health interventions since 2013, with increasing emphasis on digital solutions and person-centered care models. Her 2025 umbrella review on digital obesity treatments represents the culmination of 12 years of research evolution from initial intervention development through implementation studies. Through leadership in projects like HEYoung (person-centered pain intervention) and UngPuls (youth participation in service design), she actively bridges research and practice. Her work with the Quality of Life Research Group demonstrates sustained commitment to improving health outcomes for vulnerable adolescent populations through evidence-based, co-created solutions.

Christine L. QuinnView profile

Clinical Professor

• Dental Anesthesiology
• Anesthesia Services Documentation
• Pain Control
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Christine L. Quinn, D.D.S., M.S. serves as a Clinical Professor of Dental Anesthesiology at the UCLA School of Dentistry. With extensive clinical experience, she provides anesthesia services across multiple UCLA healthcare facilities including the Children's Dental Center, Hospital Dentistry Clinic, and various specialty clinics. Her educational background includes a B.S. in Biology from Occidental College (1980), D.D.S. from University of Southern California (1987), and M.S. in Dental Anesthesiology from Ohio State University (1989). Dr. Quinn is a Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology, demonstrating her expertise in the field. Dr. Quinn's research focuses on developing national systems for dental anesthesia providers to document patient treatments. Her scholarly work spans anesthesia safety, pain management, and clinical documentation systems. She has contributed to journals including Anesthesia Progress and the California Dental Association Journal. Her publications reflect expertise in dental anesthesiology, with recent work expanding into areas such as patient safety documentation systems and interdisciplinary medical research. While her core focus remains dental anesthesia, her collaborative work demonstrates engagement with broader medical research communities. Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology Dr. Quinn teaches Anesthesia and Pain Control to predoctoral students, Elements of Sedation to postdoctoral students, and specialized courses in pediatric and adult sedation through UCLA's Continuing Education Program. She actively contributes to the academic community as a long-standing reviewer for Anesthesia Progress and the California Dental Association Journal since 1992. As a provider in the UCLA Dental Anesthesia Service, Dr. Quinn maintains an active clinical practice seeing patients across multiple UCLA healthcare settings, integrating her teaching, research, and clinical expertise to advance dental anesthesiology practice.

Luisa StrelowView profile

Researcher

• Retail Technology
• Pricing Optimization
• Decision Support Systems
• +3 more

Luisa Strelow is a Scientific Associate (Researcher) at the Chair of Business Informatics and Integrated Information Systems within the Faculty of Computer Science at the University of Duisburg-Essen since July 2024, focusing on innovative retail technologies with emphasis on pricing process optimization through theoretically grounded models. Education: M.Sc. in Business Information Systems (IT Management focus) from Nordakademie Graduate School (2020-2021), thesis analyzing web-crawled geodata for retail product range decisions. B.Sc. in Business Administration (IT Management focus) from Georg-August-University Göttingen (2017-2020), thesis examining machine learning applications in cyber-physical system scheduling. Her research integrates retail technology, pricing optimization, and decision support systems through data-driven modeling. She investigates how geospatial analytics and machine learning enhance retail operations, with particular focus on cyber-physical systems and human-robot interaction in brick-and-mortar environments. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications, especially in optimizing pricing processes through innovative technological solutions. Publication trends reveal consistent exploration of technology adoption in retail contexts. The 2022 work analyzes AI's impact on shopping experiences, while the 2025 paper establishes a comprehensive framework for retail service robot implementation, identifying current adoption patterns in information exchange and logistics while highlighting untapped potential in anthropomorphic customer interactions. These studies demonstrate her focus on translating academic research into operational retail improvements. No scientific awards or fellowships are documented in available sources. Luisa actively supervises bachelor's and master's theses alongside seminar papers within her research domain. Her industry collaborations—evidenced by geodata analysis with a German retailer and retail robot research—suggest applied funding mechanisms though specific grants remain unmentioned. This industry-academia interface strengthens the practical relevance of her supervisory work. She operates within Prof. Dr. Reinhard Schütte's research ecosystem at the Chair of Business Informatics and Integrated Information Systems, which specializes in retail technology applications and integrated information systems development. The team maintains strong industry partnerships that facilitate real-world testing of pricing models and retail automation solutions.

• Cognitive Neuropsychology
• Electrophysiology
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• +4 more

Diane Swick is affiliated with the VA Northern California Health Care System , Department of Neurology , Center for Neuroscience , and Center for Mind and Brain at University of California, Davis . Her research focuses on Cognitive Neuropsychology , Electrophysiology , and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder . Key Topics: Brain Injury, Stroke, Emotional Processing, Language Production Research Trends: Her recent publications examine prefrontal cortex lesions , proactive interference control , and cognitive disorders in veterans . The work combines clinical neuroscience with digital research tools . Academic Tools: She utilizes WordPress.com for website design and AI-assisted development to disseminate findings.

• Subterranean Termite Biology
• Ecology
• Pest Management
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Brad Kard is a Professor and Extension Specialist for Structural and Urban Entomology at Oklahoma State University's Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology. He holds an Endowed Chair in Structural and Household Entomology. His research focuses on subterranean termites' biology, ecology, and management, including their role in native grasslands and the development of sustainable pest control strategies. He collaborates with national and international researchers and actively engages in technology transfer to pest control associations and the public. Kard has a background in high school teaching and military service as an Army Platoon Sergeant and Ranger Officer. Education: PhD in Entomology (North Carolina State University), MS in Plant Pathology (Virginia Tech), BS in Biological Science (San Jose State University). Certifications include Board Certified Entomologist (Urban/Industrial) and Oklahoma Pesticide Applicator License (Categories 3a, 6, 7a, 7b). Research emphasizes termite colony characteristics, pesticide efficacy, and ecological impacts. Recent work includes studies on wood decomposition in wetlands, ant diversity surveys, and prescribed fire effects on rangeland insects. He leads the OSU Structural and Urban Entomology Program, supported by grants from BASF, USDA, and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Teaching includes courses like Entomology Capstone and Master’s Research, focusing on supervised field and lab experiences. Over 15 years of funded projects include termite baiting studies, pesticide training programs, and ecological assessments.

Salamah SalamahView profile

Professor

• Software Engineering
• Cyber Security
• Formal Methods
• +3 more

Salamah Salamah is a Professor and Department Chair of Computer Science at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Previously, he served as an Assistant and Associate Professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for over five years. His expertise spans software engineering processes, safety-critical systems quality assurance, and formal methods in software development. Supported by grants from NASA, NSF, SEI, and industry partners like Lockheed Martin, his work emphasizes cybersecurity and education initiatives. He directs UTEP’s NSF-funded Scholarship for Service Program, focusing on training students in secure software engineering and cybersecurity. Key collaborations include partnerships with the Department of Defense (DoD), NSA, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), and California institutions to strengthen cybersecurity education and workforce development. His research highlights include advancing secure software engineering methodologies, curriculum development for cybersecurity tracks, and fostering minority participation in STEM through grants like the $5M NSF award. He has been instrumental in establishing UTEP as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations and contributed to hydropower cybersecurity training programs. Salamah’s work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical applications of software engineering principles in safety-critical domains such as aerospace and defense systems. Awards and recognitions include significant grant funding for educational initiatives and program development. His leadership extends to curriculum design, mentoring students in NSF-funded scholarship programs, and advancing inclusive educational practices through technology integration.

Alan ReaView profile

Professor

• Agile Methods
• Digital Forensics
• Internet of Things
• +4 more

Dr. Alan Rea is a Professor of Business Information Systems at Western Michigan University (WMU), affiliated with the Haworth College of Business. He holds a Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University. His teaching focuses on Information Security, Risk Management, CyberEthics, Linux, and Digital Forensics, emphasizing free and open-source software in coursework. He co-directs WMU’s cybersecurity programs and actively participates in academic and industry security working groups. His research explores secure system development, organizational information assurance, and risk management, particularly in cloud services, IoT devices, and mobile applications. He frequently engages with media as a cybersecurity expert and has published widely in journals like the Journal of Information Systems Security and Communications of the ACM. His work also addresses legal challenges in digital forensics, privacy in virtual environments, and innovative pedagogical approaches. Rea’s contributions include developing frameworks such as the Secure Cloud Internetwork Model with Economic and Social Incentives (SCIMES) and the Layered Virtual Reality Commerce System (LaVRCS). He advocates for integrating technology with community health, exemplified by initiatives like the Smart Consumer-Empowered Diabetes Education System (SCEDES).

Eli TilevichView profile

Professor

• Software Engineering
• Distributed Systems
• Mobile Applications
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Eli Tilevich is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech and Associate Department Head for Graduate Studies. His research focuses on systems aspects of software engineering, distributed systems, mobile/IoT applications, and energy-efficient software. He leads the Software Innovations Lab and has over 130 refereed publications. His work has been supported by federal grants and industry awards like Microsoft Research and IBM Faculty Awards. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, Georgia Tech (2005) M.S., Information Systems, New York University (1999) B.A., Computer Science and Math, Pace University (1997) Research Interests: Automated software transformation Middleware and distributed systems Security and privacy in mobile systems Music informatics Computing education innovations His recent work includes advancements in edge computing, secure communication protocols, and educational platforms for secure programming. Over 30 students have graduated under his mentorship, many now in academia and industry leadership roles. Awards: Microsoft Research Software Engineering Innovation Foundation Award IBM Faculty Award Multiple best paper awards at ICDCS, ICWE, and SIGCSE Teaching spans courses like Programming Languages , Software Engineering Capstone , and Research Methods . He has served as General Chair for GPCE 2021, MOBILESoft 2019, and program chair for ManLang 2018.

Amjad HossainView profile

Lecturer

• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
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Amjad Hossain is a full-time Lecturer in the Department of Construction Management at the University of Texas at Tyler, part of the College of Engineering. He holds an M.A.Sc in Civil Engineering (Concordia University, 2006) and is a Ph.D. Candidate in Structural Engineering. A licensed Professional Engineer in Texas and Washington (USA) and former P.Eng in Alberta (Canada), he brings over 15 years of structural engineering design experience in North America. Prior roles include adjunct Professor at the University of Houston and teaching/research assistant at Concordia University. His research focuses on Structural Dynamics, Earthquake Engineering, Structural Health Monitoring, Reinforced Concrete Design, and Finite Element Method applications . He has published widely in structural engineering conferences, including works on seismic performance of concrete shear walls and vibration analysis. Courses taught include Construction Structural Systems, Advanced Estimating, and Steel/Concrete Applications. Notable technical expertise includes matrix analysis methods, earthquake-resistant building design, and professional licensure across multiple jurisdictions. While no explicit awards are listed, his publications reflect sustained engagement with structural safety and innovation.

Linda A LawtonView profile

Professor

• Environmental Microbiology
• Cyanobacteria and Cyanotoxins
• Water Treatment Technology
• +3 more

Professor Linda A Lawton FRSE is a Professor of Environmental Microbiology at Robert Gordon University, actively engaged in cutting-edge research on water quality, cyanobacterial toxins, and microplastic pollution. Her work bridges environmental science, engineering, and public health, with significant contributions to sustainable water treatment technologies. Her research focuses on cyanobacteria and cyanotoxins , investigating their ecological impacts and developing innovative removal strategies including UV-LED photolysis, TiO 2 photocatalysis, and biochar-based solutions. She pioneers nature-based approaches for drinking water safety and studies microplastic-pharmaceutical interactions in freshwater systems. Her work addresses critical environmental challenges through interdisciplinary methodologies combining microbiology, analytical chemistry, and reactor engineering. Her scientific contributions include the development of advanced analytical methods for toxin detection and microplastic characterization. Notable awards include her Fellowship of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (FRSE), recognizing her significant impact on environmental science. Professor Lawton actively promotes STEM diversity through public engagement, notably contributing to British Science Week 2024 with her article 'Smashing Stereotypes.' Her work demonstrates strong translational potential for real-world water treatment applications and environmental protection.

Karen ChouView profile

Clinical Professor

• Structural Reliability and Safety
• Structural Health Monitoring
• Engineering Education
• +3 more

Karen Chou is a Clinical Professor Emeritus in Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northwestern University. She holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Civil/Structural Engineering from Northwestern University and Tufts University. Her research focuses on structural reliability, safety, health monitoring, and innovative engineering education tools, such as the Virtual Steel Sculpture project. She has been recognized with awards including Civil Engineer of the Year (2012) and the Charles W. Britzius Distinguished Engineer Award (2010). Chou has contributed to ABET evaluations, editorial boards (e.g., International Journal of Structural Safety), and NSF fellowship reviews. Her work emphasizes bridging theory and practice through interactive learning tools and cross-disciplinary projects. She has published extensively on steel connections, structural analysis, and pedagogical strategies. Education: Ph.D. Structural Engineering, Northwestern University M.S. Structural Engineering, Northwestern University B.S. Civil Engineering, Tufts University Professional Service: Includes roles as ABET Evaluator, Editorial Board Member, and NSF Review Panelist. Notable contributions include developing the Virtual Steel Sculpture for STEM education and advancing methods for structural reliability and safety assessment.

• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Network Security
• Wireless Sensor Networks
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Dr. Francois Carrez is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Surrey, focusing on Internet of Things (IoT), network security, and wireless communication systems. His work emphasizes IoT security through machine learning-based intrusion detection, IoT architecture design, and 6G network innovations. He contributes to projects like DEDICAT 6G for dynamic coverage extension and FIESTA-IoT for federated IoT infrastructure. His research spans IoT datasets, network intrusion detection systems (NIDS), and service-oriented architectures for distributed systems. Key technical areas include: IoT Security: Developing ensemble learning techniques for detecting IoT-specific attacks (e.g., Bot-IoT dataset analysis). Wireless Networks: Designing architectures for 5G/6G networks, dynamic scheduler management, and mobile web service distribution. Data Analytics: Real-time probabilistic fusion of IoT streams using Bayesian networks and adaptive machine learning. Semantic Interoperability: Creating ontologies and mediated gossiping mechanisms for large-scale sensor networks. He collaborates on EU-funded initiatives like DEDICAT 6G, exploring coverage extension via mobile access points and human-centric applications. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations in smart cities, transportation systems, and industrial IoT.

Emery BergerView profile

Professor

• Programming Languages
• Systems
• Runtime Systems
• +7 more

Emery Berger is a Professor in the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He co-leads the PLASMA research lab and holds significant affiliations including Microsoft Research, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya/Barcelona Supercomputing Center, and Amazon Web Services as an Amazon Scholar. His academic journey began with a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Austin in 2002. Professor Berger's research spans programming languages, runtime systems, and operating systems, with a particular focus on systems that transparently improve reliability, security, and performance. His work has led to several influential software systems including Hoard (a fast and scalable memory manager), DieHard (an error-avoiding memory manager), and DieHarder (a secure memory manager). He is also the creator and maintainer of CSrankings, a widely used website that quantifies research strength in computer science. Berger's research has evolved from memory management and reliability systems to incorporate more recent work on programming language tools, Python performance analysis, and AI-assisted development. His current projects include ChatDBG for AI-assisted debugging and CoverUp for automatic high-coverage unit tests, reflecting his adaptation to the changing landscape of software development. The articles demonstrate a clear trajectory from foundational systems work to modern AI-integrated development tools, with consistent emphasis on improving developer productivity and software quality. Microsoft Research Fellowship NSF CAREER Award Lilly Teaching Fellowship Most Influential Paper Awards from ASPLOS, OOPSLA, and PLDI Five CACM Research Highlights ACM Fellow (2019) ACM SIGPLAN Distinguished Service Award Berger has served the academic community extensively, including two terms as an elected member-at-large of the SIGPLAN Executive Committee, a decade as associate editor of the ACM Transactions on Programming Languages and Systems, program chair for PLDI 2016, and co-program chair for ASPLOS 2021. He is actively involved in mentoring students and recruiting new talent to his research group, with a particular emphasis on supporting international students. His PLASMA research lab continues to be a hub for innovative systems research, focusing on performance, reliability, and security.

• Adolescent Medicine
• HIV/AIDS
• HIV Prevention
• +5 more

Marvin E. Belzer, MD serves as a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine (Part-Time) at the University of Southern California, with primary clinical affiliation at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). His expertise centers on adolescent medicine, specializing in HIV/AIDS, sexuality, and chronic fatigue syndrome within vulnerable youth populations. Dr. Belzer's research demonstrates profound focus on adolescent HIV care and medication adherence , pioneering mobile health interventions using text messaging and cell phone support systems for youth with HIV and chronic conditions. His work extensively addresses sexual health disparities among transgender and gender-expansive youth, including PrEP initiation and HIV prevention strategies, while also investigating HPV vaccination outcomes and contraception adherence in HIV-positive adolescents. Critical contributions include development of stepped-care approaches for sexual risk reduction and analysis of anal dysplasia prevalence in young men with HIV. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals dominant trends in technology-driven adherence solutions and health equity interventions for marginalized youth. Key methodological approaches include sequential multiple assignment randomized trials (SMART), mixed-methods cohort studies, and usability testing of mobile apps tailored for transgender youth. His research consistently employs innovative frameworks like the supportive accountability model to address structural barriers in adolescent healthcare delivery. Dr. Belzer leads significant initiatives including the Healthy Young Men's Cohort study examining health disparities among Black and Latino young men who have sex with men. His grant-funded work spans NIH-sponsored clinical trials evaluating digital adherence tools and nationwide protocols for HIV care continuum optimization, with particular emphasis on recruitment strategies for hard-to-reach adolescent populations.

Mahdi Saeedi NikooView profile

Researcher

• Software Engineering
• Business Process Modeling
• Service Composition
• +5 more

Mahdi Saeedi Nikoo is a researcher affiliated with the Eindhoven University of Technology under the Mathematics and Computer Science school in the Software Engineering and Technology department. His research focuses on Software Engineering , Business Process Modeling , Service Composition , Clone Detection , and Industrial Internet of Things . The titles of his recent publications reflect a strong emphasis on empirical studies in software engineering, domain-specific languages, and architectural frameworks for IoT. Key trends in his work include the application of variability modeling in software systems, integration of cloud platforms, and analysis of open-source repositories like GitHub. Mahdi's contributions span datasets, conference papers, and journal articles, with citations in areas such as Industrial Internet of Things and Service Composition . He has no listed scientific awards, and his supervised work includes datasets and collaborative research outputs.