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Karen DouglasView profile

Professor

• Social Psychology
• Conspiracy Theories
• Group Dynamics
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Professor Karen Douglas is a Professor of Social Psychology at the School of Psychology, University of Kent. She currently serves as the Research and Innovation Lead and as the director of the ERC-funded project "CONSPIRACY_FX - Consequences of conspiracy theories". Her work has received significant media attention from outlets including The Conversation, The Observer, Huffington Post, and BBC Future. Professor Douglas specializes in the psychology of conspiracy theories, examining why they appeal to people and their consequences for individuals, groups, and society. Her research spans social psychology, political psychology, and group dynamics, with a particular focus on how conspiracy theories influence interpersonal relationships, political attitudes, and health behaviors. She has developed a comprehensive database of academic literature on conspiracy theories with support from the Centre for Research and Evidence on Security Threats. Her publication record shows a consistent focus on conspiracy theories across multiple contexts including political events, pandemics, and social issues. Recent work examines emotional responses to conspiracy theories, their relationship with distrust and dishonesty, and their impact on social relationships and political engagement. She frequently collaborates with international researchers across numerous countries. Professor Douglas has secured substantial research funding, including a €2.5 million European Research Council grant (2022-2026) for her CONSPIRACY_FX project. Other notable grants include funding from the Australian Research Council, Leverhulme Trust, British Academy, and ESRC/CREST. She actively supervises PhD students including current students Irem Eker, Ricky Green, and Kenzo Nera. Her past students include Dr. Clara De Inocencio Laporta, Dr. Varoth Chotipitayasunondh, Dr. Daniel Jolley, Dr. Michael Wood, Dr. Yvonne Skipper, Dr. Jennifer Cole, and Dr. Tracey Elder. Professor Douglas also serves on editorial boards for several prestigious journals including the British Journal of Psychology and Advances in Political Psychology.

Karl S. BookshView profile

Professor

• Chemometrics
• Analytical Spectroscopy
• Environmental Monitoring
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Karl S. Booksh is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of Delaware's College of Arts & Sciences. His research integrates chemometrics with analytical spectroscopy to develop advanced chemical sensors for environmental, biomedical, and industrial applications. Education B.S., 1990, University of Alaska - Fairbanks Ph.D., 1994, University of Washington - Seattle Research interests focus on: Combining instrumental design with chemometric methods for enhanced sensor performance Development of fiber optic sensors (SPR, Raman, fluorescence) Machine learning applications in environmental monitoring (hydrothermal vents, soil analysis) Biomedical diagnostics (protein/cytokine detection, male infertility assays) Food chemistry (edible oil authentication, peroxide value prediction) Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Portable spectroscopic systems (LIBS, DART TOFMS) Environmental and forensic chemical analysis Advanced data analysis for classification and detection Cultural heritage science (textile/pigment analysis) Industrial process monitoring and soft sensing His lab actively engages in educational outreach through: NSF-funded REU program for students with disabilities ACS Project SEED for economically disadvantaged high school students Hands-on research training in chemometrics and spectroscopy

• Analytical Chemistry
• Capillary Electrophoresis
• Mass Spectrometry
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Jose Manuel Herrero Martinez is a Professor in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Universitat de València's Faculty of Chemistry. His research focuses on advanced analytical methodologies, including capillary electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, and sustainable sample preparation techniques. Education: PhD in Analytical Chemistry from Universitat de València (2004), thesis on capillary electrophoresis for environmental/industrial quality control. His research spans green analytical chemistry , aptamer-based extraction , metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) , and miniaturized paper-based devices . Recent work emphasizes 3D printing applications, eco-friendly solvents, and innovative sorbent materials for drug/environmental contaminant analysis. Key trends in his publications include solid-phase microextraction advancements , allergen detection in food , and AI integration in scientific research . Collaborative projects highlight cross-disciplinary approaches with materials science and environmental toxicology. As a supervisor, he has mentored researchers like M. Vergara-Barberán and H. Martínez-Pérez-Cejuela, with a focus on translating theoretical concepts into practical analytical tools.

• Japanese esoteric Buddhism
• Buddhist ritual texts (kōshiki)
• Medieval Japanese literature
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Niels Guelberg is Professor at the School of Law, Waseda University, where he teaches German language while pursuing extensive research on Japanese esoteric Buddhism, medieval kōshiki ritual texts, and German-Japanese intellectual history. Education: 1990 – Doctor of Philosophy (Dr.phil.) in Japanese Studies, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München 1990 – M.A. in Japanese Studies, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München Research interests: Guelberg’s scholarship focuses on Japanese Buddhist ceremonials (kōshiki), their literary impact, and their transmission in print and manuscript cultures. He has published critical editions and studies of Edo-period Kōmyō Shingon devotion, examined visual representations of sacred sites such as Kōyasan, and traced the reception of German philosophy in the works of Nishida Kitarō. Publication trends: His articles, spanning 1991-2013, cluster around three domains: (1) textual criticism and annotated editions of medieval/early-modern kōshiki; (2) art-historical analyses of Buddhist pilgrimage imagery; and (3) comparative philosophy exploring the German roots of Kyoto-school thought. The corpus reveals a consistent integration of philological rigor with cultural history. Projects & grants: Principal investigator of the JSPS project “Study on the possibility of a text-database for Koshiki (buddhist ritual)” (1997-1999), which produced an open-access SGML database of over 1,000 kōshiki items linked to full-text transcriptions. Teaching: Currently offers multiple German-language courses (beginner through intermediate, oral and seminar) for law students at Waseda University.

Karla VukmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Production Management
• ERP Systems Implementation
• Database Modeling (SQL)
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Karla Vukman is an Assistant Professor at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Forestry and Wood Technology, affiliated with the Department of Wood Technology. She specializes in production management, ERP systems implementation, and wood industry optimization. Her academic role includes teaching Operations Management courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Vukman has held professional roles including Operations Manager at Conty plus d.o.o. and currently serves as project associate in EU-funded initiatives like the Development and Implementation of Professional Practice at the Faculty of Forestry studies (2020-2023). Her research focuses on integrating information systems (ERP, SQL databases) to enhance operational efficiency, with emphasis on wood processing companies and sustainable practices. Notable projects include analyzing FSC recycling certifications in Northern Europe and ERP adoption trends in the wood industry. She contributes to academic-industry collaborations through case studies in Croatian furniture manufacturing and wood waste management. Publications span technical publications like CROSBI and Google Scholar, addressing topics from FMEA frameworks in manufacturing to EU market trends in wood products. She actively participates in professional development initiatives such as the CPD4GB grant-funded program (2014–2020).

Andre FiliatraultView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Dynamics
• Seismic Isolation
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Andre Filiatrault is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering within McMaster University . His research spans seismic engineering, structural dynamics, and performance-based design, focusing on nonstructural components, damping systems, and wood/steel structures. Key contributions include seismic isolation, passive energy dissipation, and experimental validation of building systems. Research Interests: Earthquake Engineering, Structural Dynamics, Performance-Based Seismic Design, Nonstructural Components, Steel and Wood Structures, Seismic Retrofit Recent Trends: Advanced studies on viscous dampers, seismic loss estimation for acceleration-sensitive elements, and integration of building information modeling with seismic analysis.

• Medieval Art History
• Nordic Visual Culture
• Relic Studies
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Lena Liepe is a Professor of Art and Visual Studies at Linnaeus University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and the Department of Music and Art. Her research focuses on Nordic medieval art and visual culture, with a particular emphasis on methodological approaches to analyzing religious and secular imagery. She leads projects like the six-year At the End of the World (2023–2028), exploring apocalyptic symbolism and medieval relic practices. Liepe has authored monographs on topics including Skåne wood sculpture, Northern Norwegian stone churches, and the exhibition history of medieval church art in Sweden. Her academic awards include the Wallquist Prize (2020), Hallenblad Award (2019), and Gad Rausings Prize (2019). She is a member of prestigious institutions like the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters and the International Centre for Medieval Art. Liepe co-directs the Centre for Applied Heritage and participates in Medeltidsforum Linné. Key research themes include medieval relics, spatiality of sacred spaces, and the historiography of art history. Recent work combines digital humanities with medieval studies, such as creating databases for saints’ cults and analyzing relic use in Nordic parish churches.

Sally M. BensonView profile

Professor

• Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction
• Geological CO2 Storage
• Energy Systems Analysis
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Sally M. Benson is the Precourt Family Professor in the Department of Energy Resources Engineering at Stanford University's School of Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences, with joint appointments as Senior Fellow at the Woods Institute for the Environment and Precourt Institute for Energy. Her research specializes in decarbonization pathways, including geological CO₂ storage and energy system transitions. From 2021–2023, she served as Energy Division Director at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Previously, she led the Stanford Center for Carbon Storage (2013–2020) and Global Climate and Energy Project (2009–2019). She holds board positions at the Global Carbon Capture and Storage Institute and Breakthrough Energy Innovation Council. Education Ph.D., Material Science & Mineral Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1988) M.Sc., Material Science & Mineral Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (1984) B.A., Geology, Barnard College, Columbia University (1977) Research Focus Benson's work integrates experimental, computational, and policy approaches to advance carbon management. Key areas include: 1) Geological CO₂ storage , with emphasis on trapping mechanisms, monitoring, and heterogeneity impacts; 2) Energy system decarbonization through technoeconomic analysis of batteries, hydrogen, and grid integration; and 3) Climate mitigation frameworks for industrial and infrastructure transitions. Publication Trends Her recent articles (2022–2025) demonstrate three dominant themes: 1) Carbon storage optimization through advanced ML models, real-time monitoring, and multiscale heterogeneity studies; 2) Energy storage systems including battery recycling, sodium-ion tech, and grid flexibility; and 3) Cross-sector decarbonization of buildings, pipelines, and industrial processes. Methodologies emphasize machine learning, high-resolution imaging, and field validations. Awards American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2023) Leadership & Infrastructure She directs the Benson Lab and co-founded Stanford's carbon initiatives including the Center for Carbon Storage and Carbon Removal Initiative . Her teams collaborate globally on subsurface characterization, energy policy, and technology deployment.

Visa ImmonenView profile

Professor

• Archaeology
• Medieval Archaeology
• Material Culture Studies
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Visa Immonen is a Professor of Archaeology at the University of Turku, Finland, and a faculty member at the University of Bergen, Norway’s AHKR (Archaeology, History, Cultural Studies and Religion) Department. His academic roles include Docent positions and visiting scholarships at Stanford University, the Bard Graduate Center, and the Getty Research Institute. His research focuses on cultural heritage studies, medieval archaeology, material culture, and gender studies. He directs the Academy of Finland-funded project 'Carving Out Transformations – Wood Use in North-Eastern Europe, 1100–1600' and integrates teaching with digital initiatives like a mobile app for urban archaeology. Key research interests include heritage management, digitalization, and medieval Nordic material culture. Recent projects analyze LGBTQ heritage apps, queer heritage uses, and the impact of modernist church demolitions. Immonen has authored/co-authored over 200 publications, including books on medieval literacy, Hanseatic trade, and Finnish archaeological databases. His work bridges academic theory with public engagement, emphasizing heritage’s role in societal identity and spatial practices. His career spans academic leadership, fieldwork in Turku, Espoo, and beyond, alongside contributions to global heritage debates. Current research explores heritage imagination, anticipatory grief in cultural loss, and the interplay between heritage and mobility. Immonen’s interdisciplinary approach integrates archaeology, digital humanities, and critical theory to address contemporary heritage challenges.

Michela BussottiView profile

Professor

• Chinese Cultural History
• Book History
• Publishing History
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Michela Bussotti serves as a Director of Studies at the French School of the Far East (EFEO) in Paris, specializing in Cultural History of China with particular focus on the 15th-19th centuries. She has been authorized to supervise research since 2011 and maintains an active research profile at the intersection of book history, printing techniques, and visual culture in imperial China. Her academic journey began with university studies at Ca' Foscari University in Venice, followed by advanced studies and a doctorate at the École Pratique des Hautes Études in Paris. She previously held positions at the University of Liège's Center for Chinese Studies (2000-2001) and taught at the EPHE's Section of Historical and Philological Sciences (2007-2012) before joining EFEO's permanent staff. Bussotti's research centers on the history of books, illustration, and publishing in China, with special expertise in Chinese printing techniques and local history of the Huizhou region during the late imperial period. Her work bridges material studies with cultural history, examining how books functioned as cultural artifacts in Chinese society. She has made significant contributions to understanding Sino-European cultural exchanges in the realm of book production and visual representation. Her recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on Chinese book history and printing techniques, with increasing attention to comparative perspectives between Chinese and European printing traditions. These works reveal her expertise in analyzing both technical aspects of printing and their cultural contexts, particularly regarding the Huizhou region's distinctive publishing traditions. Stanislas Julien prize from the Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres (2003) As an educator, Bussotti has conducted seminars at the EHESS since 2014 on Cultural History of China and History of Visual Culture of East Asia. She has supervised research since 2011 and co-organized significant academic initiatives including the Workshop on Local Primary Sources on Late Imperial China (900-1900). Her digital scholarship includes valuable online resources, particularly the database on Huizhou genealogies available through both EFEO and the National Library of China websites.

• Structural Engineering
• Sustainable Construction Materials
• Wood Construction Systems
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Monika Petříčková is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Engineering at the Faculty of Architecture, Brno University of Technology. Her academic work spans teaching, research, and administrative roles, including membership on the Dean’s Advisory Board, Library Advisory Board, and Scientific Board of the Faculty. Specializes in structural mechanics and load-bearing systems for architectural applications Active in educational innovation projects since 2006 Current research focuses on eco-friendly earthen construction and modular wooden systems She coordinates courses in structural mechanics, building materials, and construction technology. Notable projects include: "Hlína pro lidi" (2021-2024) - eco-friendly community buildings using raw earth Modular timber gridshell systems (2020) Digital structural model databases (2015)

D. Lansing TaylorView profile

Professor

• Quantitative Systems Pharmacology
• Microphysiological Systems
• Drug Discovery
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D. Lansing Taylor serves as Director of the University of Pittsburgh Drug Discovery Institute (UPDDI) and holds the Allegheny Foundation Professorship in Computational and Systems Biology. His leadership integrates academic research with commercial drug development through the UPDDI's technical platforms spanning discovery chemistry, computational biology, and preclinical assessment. Dr. Taylor's educational foundation includes: BS in Zoology from University of Maryland (1968) PhD in Cell Biology from SUNY Albany (1973) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biophysics at Woods Hole Marine Biology Laboratory (1974) His research pioneers the coupling of Quantitative Systems Pharmacology (QSP) with Microphysiology Systems (MPS) to model disease mechanisms and drug responses. Current work focuses on liver diseases (NAFLD/T2D), cancer metastasis, and neurodegenerative disorders using fluorescent biosensors and spatial analytics. This approach bridges patient-derived cell models with computational prediction of therapeutic outcomes through platforms like BioSystics. Analysis of recent publications reveals three dominant trends: (1) Integration of multi-organ MPS for ADME-Tox and disease modeling, (2) Spatial analytics for cancer recurrence prediction using tissue microdomain networks, and (3) Development of predictive safety assessment platforms combining primary hepatocytes with machine learning. These efforts consistently advance the paradigm of human biomimetic systems for precision medicine. No specific scientific awards or fellowships are detailed in the source text, though his endowed professorship and institute directorship represent significant institutional recognition. Dr. Taylor has mentored numerous researchers through UPDDI's academic-industry collaborations and directed major grant initiatives including the NSF-funded Center for Light Microscope Imaging. His entrepreneurial leadership includes founding three successful biotech companies: Cellomics (acquired by Thermo Fisher), Cellumen (acquired by Cyprotex), and Cernostics (acquired by Castle Biosciences). The UPDDI operates as a comprehensive ecosystem with core facilities in computational chemistry, zebrafish modeling, and preclinical efficacy testing. His current lab work focuses on developing patient digital twin technology through PredxBio and BioSystics, advancing spatial analytics for clinical diagnostics while directing UPDDI's large-scale programs on liver MPS and cancer microenvironments.

• European History
• British Isles History (1000–1500)
• Print Culture
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Tara S. Wood is a Lecturer in the Department of History within the College of Arts and Humanities at Clemson University. She holds a PhD from Arizona State University (2008) and a Master of Library Science from Indiana University (2017), reflecting her dual expertise in historical scholarship and rare books librarianship. Her research centers on European history, particularly the British Isles between 1000 and 1500, with a focus on print culture, the history of the book, and gender. She employs innovative digital methods such as network analysis and textual analysis algorithms to uncover women's contributions to the early modern London book trade and to analyze printed funeral sermons of seventeenth-century women. Dr. Wood's recent work demonstrates a strong trend toward interdisciplinary digital humanities, merging traditional archival research with computational tools. Her publications span encyclopedia entries on Renaissance women and collaborative digital archives, reflecting both scholarly rigor and public engagement. National Endowment for the Humanities Institute Fellow, 'Early Modern Digital Agendas Institute', Folger Shakespeare Library (2017 & 2018) She teaches courses on medieval Europe, England, witchcraft and heresy, and women’s history. Her co-editorship of the Salem Witchcraft Trials Documentary Archive highlights her commitment to accessible scholarship and digital preservation. While no formal advising of graduate students is listed, her leadership in major digital projects suggests mentorship and collaborative research roles. Dr. Wood is actively involved in digital scholarship and is affiliated with archival and library-based research initiatives, particularly through her work at the Strom Thurmond Institute and collaborations with institutions like the University of Virginia and the Folger Shakespeare Library.

Yves WeinandView profile

Professor

• Timber Construction
• Computational Geometry Processing
• Robotic Fabrication
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Yves Weinand serves as Full Professor of Timber Construction at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he directs the transdisciplinary Wood Construction Laboratory (IBOIS) within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering. His appointment spans the Institute of Civil and Environmental Engineering (IIC) and teaching units in Architecture (SAR) and Civil Engineering (SGC), reflecting his interdisciplinary focus at the intersection of structural engineering and architectural design. His research expertise spans computational geometry processing, robotic timber construction, and experimental joinery techniques, with particular emphasis on digital fabrication workflows for complex wood structures. Weinand's work integrates augmented reality systems with traditional craftsmanship and develops novel computational methods for timber plate structures and through-tenon connections. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward hybrid digital-physical construction workflows, with increasing focus on AI-assisted fabrication, real-time quality control, and sustainable material utilization. His research bridges fundamental structural mechanics with practical building applications through technology transfer projects. Lignum Prize - Western Region Mention (2018) French Academy of Architecture silver medal (2017) Grand Prix d'architecture de Wallonie for Vidy theater (2019) Wood Distinction 2019 for Vaud Parliament building (2019) Medal for Research and Technique from French Academy of Architecture (2017) Weinand supervises numerous doctoral candidates while teaching ten courses across bachelor to postgraduate levels, including computational architecture and digital timber construction. His laboratory collaborates with industry partners through technology transfer contracts for projects like the Annen Vault, Rossinière Centre, and Brussels Sportstower, implementing EPFL-developed computational methods in real-world construction. The IBOIS laboratory operates as a transdisciplinary research hub connecting architectural design exploration with structural engineering innovation, maintaining active partnerships with timber industry stakeholders and architectural practices across Europe.

Michael LevineView profile

Assistant Professor

• Musicology
• Cuban Music
• Internet Music
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Michael Levine is an Assistant Professor of Musicology at Christopher Newport University (CNU). His research focuses on Cuban music, digital platforms, and post-socialist cultural dynamics in Cuba, particularly investigating 'el paquete semanal' (a USB-based internet system) and its impact on informal music sharing and reparto music networks in Havana and Miami. He holds a PhD in Musicology from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill and additional degrees from New York University, Brooklyn College, and Rutgers University. Education: PhD in Musicology, University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill MA in Musicology, Brooklyn College (CUNY) MA in Music Technology, NYU Steinhardt School of Education BA in Music Performance, Rutgers University Research & Projects: His work bridges ethnographic fieldwork with digital humanities, including projects like El Paquete Semanal Metadata (a database of Cuban USB content) and Bedstuy Bid (supporting Brooklyn’s Black-owned businesses). He is drafting a monograph, Pegao: Underground Music and the Rise of Reparto in Post-Socialist Cuba , for University Press of Florida. Publications: He contributes to journals such as Cuban Studies , Twentieth Century Music , and Hypermedia , and writes for platforms like Sounding Out! . His research emphasizes digital music distribution, Caribbean cultural studies, and the intersection of technology and musical expression. Labs/Teams: He collaborates on initiatives like the National Humanities Center Podcasts ( Nerds in the Woods series) and the Environmental Humanities Map for Wichita State University.