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Carlos J. MirandaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Graphic Design
• User Experience (UX) Design
• Animation
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Carlos J. Miranda is an Assistant Professor at Florida A&M University (FAMU) in the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication. He specializes in teaching Graphic Design, User Experience (UX) Design, and Animation, leading initiatives like the Google + FAMU UX Design program. Previously, he served as an Adjunct Professor at FAMU (2019–2022) and Associate Professor at Tallahassee Community College (1998–2022). He holds an M.F.A. in Applied Arts from Florida State University and a BFA in Fine Arts from Florida International University. His research interests span graphic design pedagogy, digital art creation, and interdisciplinary projects merging music composition with visual art. Notable works include the short story Yellow House (2023), experimental films like Blue (2019), and the Bangladesh/US collaborative documentary Lashkata Ghar (2017). His artistic style combines surreal imagery with humor and sensuality, often utilizing mixed media and 3D rendering techniques. Miranda's career also includes mentorships under Academy Award-winning sound engineer Richard Portman and conceptual artist Jochen Gerz. His creative outputs range from orchestral arrangements to digital photography, reflecting a commitment to blending artistic disciplines. He currently advises no formal students but leads multiple courses including GRA 3135 (UX Design), GRA 3164 (Computer Animation Modeling), and GRA 4942 (Design Practicum II).

• Experimental Film
• Surrealist Cinema
• Documentary Film
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Jeremy Moss is an Associate Professor of Film and Director of the Film and Media Arts Program at Franklin & Marshall College. His work bridges experimental filmmaking, surrealist aesthetics, and critical engagement with themes of fluidity and transgression. Born in Saint George, Utah, his films critically explore cultural norms and environmental landscapes through non-normative cinematic forms. Moss' films have screened globally at venues like TIFF Bell Lightbox, Anthology Film Archives, and festivals such as Jihlava International Documentary Film Festival. Education details are not explicitly stated, but his training in independent narrative and documentary filmmaking informs his pedagogical approach. Research interests center on avant-garde film practices, the materiality of film media, and cultural critique through experimental forms. Moss co-founded the Gleaners Film Festival (2022), a platform showcasing non-normative works, and programs for Moviate Underground Film Festival. His films are distributed by Light Cone. Key themes across his works include resistance to fixed narratives, boundary exploration, and sensory experimentation. Advising details are unavailable, but his teaching includes courses on film production, experimental techniques, and documentary practices.

Holly VillamagnaView profile

Assistant Clinical Professor

• Infectious Diseases
• Medical Education
• Epidemiology
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Holly Villamagna is a Clinical Assistant Professor affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Medicine. She serves as the Medical Director for Infection Prevention and Employee Health at Hillsboro Medical Center and Clinical Director for two medical student intersession courses focused on infection and pandemics. Her clinical expertise includes general infectious diseases, epidemiology, and antimicrobial stewardship. Education: B.A. in Print Journalism, University of Southern California (2011) M.D., University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (2015) Internal Medicine Residency, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2018) Infectious Diseases Fellowship, OHSU (2020) Leadership in Epidemiology, Antimicrobial Stewardship, and Public Health (LEAP) Fellowship, OHSU (2021) Research Interests: Dr. Villamagna’s work centers on infectious disease epidemiology, pandemic preparedness, and innovative medical education. She has led projects on viral shedding dynamics of SARS-CoV-2, antimicrobial stewardship practices, and curriculum design for trauma-informed pedagogy. Her recent focus includes addressing healthcare disparities among populations with substance use disorders. Publications Overview: Her articles span pandemic response strategies, antimicrobial drug development, and clinical stewardship. Notable contributions include analyzing secondary bacterial infections in hospitalized COVID-19 patients and evaluating testing practices in Oregon hospitals. Professional Contributions: She actively participates in public health initiatives, such as collaborating with the Oregon Health Authority on outbreak risk analysis. Her educational efforts emphasize experiential learning for medical students through simulations and pandemic-focused curricula.

Adrià Muntaner MasView profile

Professor

• Physical Education
• Health Sciences
• Educational Sciences
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Dr. Adrià Muntaner Mas is a Full Professor in the Department of Pedagogy and Specific Didactics at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), specializing in the Didactics of Body Expression. He has held this position since 2013 and currently serves as Vice-Rector for Campus and Healthy University at UIB. His academic training includes a PhD in Educational Sciences (2016) and degrees in Physical Education and Sports Sciences. Diploma in Physical Education Teaching (2010), UIB Bachelor's in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences (2012), INEFC PhD in Education (2016), UIB His research focuses on the effects of physical activity/exercise on physical and mental health across populations, particularly school-aged children. He has published over 40 articles and participated in 20+ research projects, including international collaborations in Melbourne. Recent work examines acute physical activity impacts on academic outcomes and gender disparities in PE engagement. Dr. Muntaner has taught over 1,300 hours at UIB, led Erasmus teaching exchanges in Sweden, and coordinated practicum programs for Primary Education degrees. He directs the Vice-Rector's Office for Healthy University and Campus initiatives, emphasizing lifestyle promotion and institutional health policies. He contributes to journals as associate editor and collaborates with research groups GICAFE, PROFITH, and BATLAB. His projects include EU Horizon 2020 funding and Ministry of Science grants for studies on ADHD, obesity, and educational interventions.

• Clinical Psychology
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Depression Research
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Dr. Robin B. Jarrett is a licensed, board-certified clinical psychologist at UT Southwestern Medical Center's Department of Psychiatry. She directs the Psychosocial Research and Depression Clinic, which has received continuous funding from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) since 1989. Her clinical work focuses on short-term, evidence-based psychotherapy with specialization in cognitive behavioral therapy for patients with mood and related disorders. UT Southwestern Medical Center, Department of Psychiatry Director, Psychosocial Research and Depression Clinic (since 1989) NIMH-funded research program Board Certified in Clinical Psychology Dr. Jarrett's research program centers on understanding the role of psychosocial factors in the course of health and illness, particularly in mood disorders. She has dedicated her career to developing and testing cognitive therapy approaches for depression treatment and prevention of relapse. Her work examines various aspects including cognitive therapy skills acquisition, symptom trajectories during treatment, personality factors in depression, and comparative efficacy of different treatment approaches. She has made significant contributions to understanding how psychosocial factors influence depression outcomes and how cognitive therapy can be optimized for preventing relapse. Analysis of Dr. Jarrett's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on cognitive therapy for recurrent depression, with particular attention to treatment mechanisms, predictors of outcome, and methods for personalizing treatment. Her work often examines how specific cognitive therapy skills impact treatment outcomes and how to identify patients who would benefit most from continuation phase treatment to prevent relapse. She has developed measures like the Skills of Cognitive Therapy (SoCT) to assess patient comprehension and use of cognitive therapy techniques. Dr. Jarrett has mentored numerous researchers who frequently appear as co-authors on her publications, including Vittengl JR, Clark LA, and Thase ME. Her NIMH-funded research program has produced a substantial body of work examining both acute and continuation phase cognitive therapy for depression. Dr. Jarrett welcomes collaborators and trainees dedicated to understanding the role of psychosocial factors in health and illness, particularly in mood and related disorders. Her Psychosocial Research and Depression Clinic serves as a hub for research on cognitive therapy mechanisms and relapse prevention strategies.

• Family Business
• Firm Performance Measurement
• Corporate Governance
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John Martin is an Associate Professor of Strategic Management at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), specifically within the Department of Management, Information Systems, and Quantitative Methods at the Collat School of Business. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Florida State University (2008). His research focuses on family business dynamics, firm performance measurement frameworks, corporate governance structures, and the role of political skill in organizational contexts. Dr. Martin has contributed to peer-reviewed journals such as Strategic Management Journal, Family Business Review, and Journal of Business Research. He serves on the editorial boards of Management Communication Quarterly and Organization Management Journal, and is affiliated with professional organizations like the Academy of Management and Southern Management Association. His teaching responsibilities include MBA-level Strategic Management courses across multiple terms. Notable research contributions address multidimensional firm performance evaluation, nonfinancial outcomes in family businesses, and governance implications of lone-insider boards. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, Business Administration and Management - Florida State University (2008) Research Interests: Family Business Governance & Strategy Multidimensional Firm Performance Metrics CEO Behavior & Leadership Dynamics Political Skill in Organizational Contexts International Business Education Pedagogy Teaching & Mentorship: Repeatedly teaches MBA634 - Strategic Management across multiple terms (2023-2024) Focuses on practical strategic frameworks and organizational decision-making Professional Activities: Editorial Board Member - Management Communication Quarterly Editorial Board Member - Organization Management Journal Active member of Academy of Management and Southern Management Association

Qianru SunView profile

Research Fellow

• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning
• Image Generation
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Qianru Sun is a Joint Research Fellow jointly appointed at National University of Singapore (NUS) and the Max Planck Institute for Informatics (MPI-INF) since April 2018. Previously she was a Post-doc Researcher at MPI-INF (2016–2018) supported by the prestigious Lise Meitner Award Fellowship. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Peking University (PKU), 2010–2016 (top 10%) B.S. in Electronic Engineering, Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications (NUPT), 2006–2010 (rank 1/77) Exchange student, The University of Tokyo, Oct 2014 – Jan 2015 Research Interests: Dr Sun’s research lies at the intersection of computer vision and machine learning , with a strong focus on few-shot learning , meta-learning , transfer learning , image generation and image classification . She designs algorithms that enable machines to learn new visual concepts with minimal supervision, explores adversarial robustness, and develops transferable representations for cross-domain tasks. Scientific Awards & Honors: Lise Meitner Award Fellowship, Max Planck Institute for Informatics (2016) Professional Service & Community Contributions: Dr Sun actively contributes to the research community through program-committee memberships and editorial roles: Program Committee: ICCV 2019, CVPR 2018, ICCV 2017 Workshop PC: CV-COPS (CVPR 2018), CEFRL (ECCV 2018), WiCV (CVPR 2019, ECCV 2018) Editorial Board: CAAI Transactions on Intelligence Technology Reviewer: IEEE TPAMI, TMM, TCSVT, IJCV Invited speaker: Columbia University (DVMM), CVPR ODAR Workshop, Joint Lecture Series (MPI & Saarland University) Tutorial presenter: ICMR 2018 (Japan)

Shafi U. BhuiyanView profile

Associate Professor

• Global Public Health
• Maternal and Child Health
• Health Promotion
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Dr. Shafi U. Bhuiyan is an Associate Professor and SBS Program Coordinator in the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Memphis, TN, USA. He holds a PhD from Osaka University, an MPH from Mahidol University, an MBBS from the University of Dhaka, and an MBA from Toronto Metropolitan University. His expertise lies in global public health, maternal and child health (MCH), and clinical public health education. He has pioneered initiatives such as the Maternal and Child Health Handbook (MCHHB) and co-founded the Clinical Public Health Certificate Program at the University of Toronto. Dr. Bhuiyan has authored over 55 peer-reviewed publications and mentored over 25 graduate students annually since 2015. His research focuses on MCH handbook utilization, global health equity, and digital health innovations. He has managed multi-million-dollar grants for community-based projects and serves on global health boards, including the Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research and the International Committee on MCH Handbook. His awards include the Lions International President’s Distinguished Leadership Award, Melvin Jones Fellowship, and Helen Keller Fellowship for community services. His work emphasizes improving healthcare access in low-resource settings and fostering global health partnerships.

André Bueno GamaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Plant Pathology
• Disease Epidemiology
• Sugarcane Diseases
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André Bueno Gama is Assistant Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology at Louisiana State University's College of Agriculture. He specializes in applied and fundamental research on sugarcane diseases affecting Louisiana's agricultural industry. Education: PhD in Plant Pathology, University of Florida (2021) MSc in Plant Pathology, University of São Paulo (2017) BS in Agronomy, University of São Paulo (2015) Dr. Gama's research focuses on the etiology, epidemiology, and management of economically significant sugarcane diseases including red rot, smut, Sugarcane Yellow Leaf Virus, mosaic virus, and ratoon stunt disease. His program employs interdisciplinary approaches with breeders and entomologists to develop integrated disease management strategies. His recent publications (2008-2023) demonstrate expertise in disease management systems, fungicide efficacy, molecular diagnostics, and decision-support tools for crop protection. Research emphasizes practical applications for sugarcane, citrus, strawberry, and turfgrass production systems. Dr. Gama teaches PLHL 7083 (Epidemiology and Crop Loss Assessment), training graduate students in disease dynamics, prediction models, and management strategies. His extension program monitors disease outbreaks and delivers timely solutions to Louisiana growers.

Carlo Ferri MariniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aerobic Exercise Testing
• Resistance Exercise Prescription
• Exercise Physiology
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Dr. Carlo Ferri Marini is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Human Movement Sciences, University of Groningen and University Medical Center Groningen. He holds a PhD cum laude from the University of Urbino, with additional studies at Colorado Mesa University and University College Dublin. His research focuses on optimizing exercise testing and prescription in healthy and clinical populations, particularly in aerobic and resistance exercise physiology. He collaborates internationally and serves as an Academic Editor for BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation and PeerJ . Key areas of research include exercise intensity methods, lifestyle interventions for breast cancer survivors, and cardiometabolic health. Notable projects include the MOVIS clinical trial on exercise and nutrition programs for cancer survivors and the TRIPL-A trial for type 2 diabetes management. His work emphasizes improving the benefit-to-risk ratio of physical activity through evidence-based approaches. Dr. Marini’s recent publications explore topics such as pedaling cadence effects on metabolic responses, gut microbiota changes in breast cancer survivors, and the validity of exercise intensity metrics. He also investigates the role of exercise in mitigating tumorigenic activity and enhancing quality of life in clinical populations. Collaborations span institutions globally, reflecting his commitment to interdisciplinary research. His research has been featured in journals like Scientific Reports , European Journal of Sport Science , and Frontiers in Oncology . Dr. Marini is affiliated with the SMART Movements research group, advancing knowledge in movement sciences and health. His work bridges clinical and applied research, aiming to translate findings into practical guidelines for improving public health outcomes.

• Ethics
• Meta-Ethics
• Moral Psychology
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Christine Tappolet is a Full Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Centre de recherche en éthique (CRE) . She specializes in ethics, meta-ethics, moral psychology, and the philosophy of emotion. Her research explores the intersection of emotions, values, and rationality, particularly focusing on emotional perception and their role in moral judgment. Her work examines the nature of emotions as perceptual experiences of evaluative properties, their relationship to attention and agency, and the implications for moral realism. Key projects include "Varieties of Valuings" (2023-2029) and leading the CRE strategic research group (2014-ongoing). She supervises numerous graduate students in ethics, moral psychology, and related fields. Her teaching includes courses on meta-ethics ( PHI-6525 ) and contemporary ethical theories ( PHI-2406 ). She contributes to programs in philosophy, bioethics, and ethics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Her grants include funding from the SSHRC and Fonds de recherche du Québec. Research Highlights: Emotion modularity, emotional plasticity, value perception, and normativity. Awards: None explicitly listed, though her work has been widely cited and recognized in her field.

• Neurology
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Axonal Degeneration
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Nils Henninger, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) and the T.H. Chan School of Medicine. He holds affiliations with the Neurology Department and multiple institutes including the NeuroNexus Institute and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Department. His research focuses on the neurobiology of axonal injury in traumatic brain injury (TBI) and stroke, particularly targeting Sarm1-mediated Wallerian degeneration. He leads clinical trials investigating endovascular therapies and thrombectomy techniques for acute ischemic stroke, with a focus on medium vessel occlusions and cervical artery dissection. Education: MD from Johannes Gutenberg University (Germany), PhD in Biomedical Sciences from University of Massachusetts Medical School, residency in Neurology at Ruprecht-Karls-University Heidelberg and UMass Chan, and a cerebrovascular fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Awards: Includes NIH grants (R21NS131756, K08 NS091499), the PACE Award (UMass Chan), and fellowships from the American Neurological Association and World Stroke Organization. Research Interests: Axonal degeneration mechanisms, stroke treatment innovations, and translational neurology. His lab explores RNAi-based therapies for ALS and Sarm1 inhibition to prevent TBI-induced neurological deficits. Dr. Henninger’s clinical work involves stroke neurology and emergency neurology, with over 150 peer-reviewed publications on thrombectomy outcomes, anticoagulation strategies, and cerebral venous thrombosis. He leads multidisciplinary teams in translational research and mentors trainees in the MD/PhD Program at Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences.

Maria OspinaView profile

Associate Professor

• Maternal and perinatal health
• Epidemiology
• Social determinants of health
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Dr. Maria Ospina is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences at Queen's University, with cross-appointments in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She holds the Canada Research Chair in Life Course, Health Development and is recognized for her innovative research in perinatal epidemiology. Her work focuses on social and environmental determinants of health across the life course. Her research program DMETRE investigates how exposures during pregnancy and early childhood impact long-term health outcomes using mixed-methods, GIS, and knowledge synthesis. Key areas include health inequalities, maternal-child health interventions, and environmental epidemiology. Dr. Ospina has secured over $5 million in research funding and has published extensively on perinatal outcomes and health services utilization. Her work demonstrates consistent focus on vulnerable populations and health equity. Awarded the Martha Cook Piper Research Prize in 2020, she is recognized for developing novel methodological approaches to study complex environmental exposures. She leads multidisciplinary teams examining geographic disparities in healthcare access.

Elizabeth C ThompsonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Adolescent Mental Health
• Psychosis-Spectrum Disorders
• Early Intervention
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Elizabeth C Thompson is Dean of Pembroke College and holds dual appointments as Assistant Professor of the Practice in Cognitive and Psychological Sciences and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior (Research) at Brown University. She is a licensed psychologist in Rhode Island, with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and postdoctoral training at Alpert Medical School and Brown University Health. Her research focuses on psychosis-spectrum disorders in adolescence, emphasizing risk factors, screening methods, and intervention strategies for mental health and safety risks. Dean, Pembroke College Assistant Professor of the Practice, Cognitive and Psychological Sciences Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior (Research) At Brown, Dr. Thompson operates within the Department of Cognitive and Psychological Sciences and the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior. She teaches clinical psychology courses and advises students pursuing psychology careers. Her clinical work centers on early psychosis through Bradley Hospital’s Stride Clinic, offering assessment and consultation services for Rhode Island youth and families. Her research includes pilot trials on family-oriented interventions for hospitalized adolescents with psychosis-spectrum symptoms and funded projects on sleep characteristics linked to psychosis-spectrum disorders, supported by the COBRE Center for Sleep and Circadian Rhythms. She collaborates extensively with researchers like Jennifer Wolff, Sarah Thomas, and Anthony Spirito. Dr. Thompson’s recent publications (2024–2019) span topics such as hallucinations and suicidal imagery, cannabis vaping effects, sleep disturbances, social media’s role in mental health, and trauma’s impact on psychosis. Her work often intersects with the Adolescent Mental Health Collaborative (AMHC) and utilizes interdisciplinary approaches, including actigraphy, biomarkers (e.g., interleukin-1 beta), and qualitative methods. She has secured NIH/NIMH, AFSP, and COBRE grants for studies like the LINC and Safety Net projects, reflecting her commitment to translating research into clinical practice. K23 MH119211 (NIH/NIMH): Treatment Engagement Protocol for Post-Discharge Psychosis Care YIG-1-167-19 (AFSP): Safety Planning for High-Risk Teens COBRE Center Grant: Sleep and Psychosis in Adolescents Her lab, SPARK Lab, partners with specialized clinics and emphasizes training opportunities in mental health research. She also contributes to policy discussions around early psychosis care quality and access, advocating for psychological expertise in healthcare synthesis. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, though her grant-funded research underscores her academic influence.

• Public Health
• Systematic Review
• Mental Health
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Mirte Boelens is a Researcher in the Department of Public Health at Erasmus MC. Her work focuses on systematic reviews, mental health outcomes, obesity prevention, and community-based interventions. She has published extensively on topics like lifestyle interventions, child development, and public health strategies. Recent research includes a 2024 study on health professional wellness programs and a 2023 meta-analysis on childhood obesity prevention. Her 2022 doctoral thesis explored child and adolescent health promotion at the local level. Key collaborations involve cross-disciplinary teams addressing public health challenges through mixed methods and community engagement. Her work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to improving health outcomes across diverse populations.