جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Madhuri Sopiralaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Healthcare-Associated Infections
• Multidrug-Resistant Organisms
• Infection Prevention
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Madhuri Sopirala is an Associate Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and a member of its Division of Infectious Diseases and Geographic Medicine. She serves as Director of Infection Prevention at Parkland Health. Previously, she held leadership roles including Chief of Infection Prevention at the VA North Texas Healthcare System and Associate Chief of Clinical Epidemiology at The Ohio State University Medical Center. Her career includes over a decade of experience leading system-wide infection prevention programs, such as the Infection Control Link Nurse Program, which focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Dr. Sopirala earned her medical degree from Sri Venkatesvara Medical College (India), followed by residency in internal medicine at Mount Carmel Medical Center (Ohio) and an infectious diseases fellowship with a master’s in clinical investigation and epidemiology from Ohio State University. She is board certified in internal medicine and infectious diseases. Her research emphasizes multidrug-resistant organisms, HAIs, and antimicrobial stewardship. Notable achievements include reducing central line-associated bloodstream infections and earning the University of Cincinnati’s IMPACT Award for impactful physician contributions, as well as a New Investigator Award for her study on multidrug-resistant Gram-negative colonization. Dr. Sopirala has mentored numerous trainees and authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles. Her work bridges clinical practice, epidemiology, and healthcare policy to advance infection control strategies in acute and long-term care settings.

David Mitchellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Strategic Management
• Public Budgeting
• Local Government Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Mitchell is an Associate Professor and Master of Public Administration Program Coordinator at the University of Central Florida (UCF) School of Public Administration, part of the College of Community Innovation and Education. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Northern Illinois University, an MPA and a BA from the University of Kansas. His professional experience includes seven years in local government, serving as a city manager’s office administrator in Kansas City and Highland Park, where he managed organizational consolidation, budget analysis, and citizen engagement initiatives. His work has been nationally recognized by the ICMA and National League of Cities. Research interests focus on public strategic management, public budgeting, and local government operations. He has contributed to studies on organizational performance management, employee engagement programs, and 311 call center implementations. Mitchell’s interdisciplinary approach bridges academic research with practical governance challenges. His articles span advanced materials engineering and public administration, reflecting a dual expertise in technical innovation and policy implementation. Notable themes include ceramic matrix composites, thermal protection systems, and additive manufacturing processes. While no formal awards are explicitly listed, his practitioner work has garnered national acclaim. Mitchell coordinates UCF’s MPA program and advises on public sector leadership. His community involvement includes roles in local governance and alumni engagement. He resides in Lake Mary with his family.

Abouzar Estebsariمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Smart Grids
• Power System Security
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Abouzar Estebsari is an Associate Professor in Civil and Building Services Engineering at London South Bank University (LSBU). He holds roles as Course Director of the MSc Building Services Engineering program and Timetabling Lead of the department. His expertise spans sustainable energy systems, smart grids, and power system security, with a focus on multi-vector energy systems and real-time simulations using tools like Opal-RT. Estebsari has contributed to EU-funded projects (FP7/H2020) and secured grants including £1.03M from Innovate UK as Co-Investigator. Educated at Politecnico di Torino (PhD, 2015), he held postdoctoral and faculty roles there before joining LSBU. He has also been a Visiting Scholar at RWTH-Aachen University (2016) and a Research Scholar at The George Washington University (2019). His research emphasizes low-carbon energy solutions, collaborating with BSRIA LSBU Net Zero Building Centre and the Centre for Civil and Building Services Engineering (CCiBSE). Estebsari's work addresses UN SDGs related to affordable and clean energy and sustainable cities. His 60+ peer-reviewed publications (H-index 21) cover topics like non-intrusive load monitoring (NILM), IoT-enabled smart grids, and energy policy analysis. He has received the 2020 Manby Prize for contributions to ICT/BIM in civil engineering. He advises PhD students and serves on international examination boards, reviews EPSRC proposals, and evaluates EU Marie Sklodowska Curie Actions. His current projects focus on nanogrids, seaport energy resilience, and decision tools for power systems in developing nations.

Dušan Gordićمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Engineering
• Sustainable Development
• Waste Heat Utilization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dušan Gordić is a Professor in the Department of Energy and Process Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering, University of Kragujevac. His research focuses on energy efficiency, waste heat utilization, and sustainable industrial processes, with a particular emphasis on public infrastructure and food production systems. He holds a professorial position since 2012 and contributes to academic leadership through his chair in energy systems. His research interests span energy engineering, environmental impact assessment, and emerging technologies like AI-driven energy management. He has conducted case studies on kindergarten energy performance, industrial decarbonization, and 3D printing applications in education. His work integrates both theoretical and applied approaches, addressing challenges in renewable energy adoption and public building optimization. Key research themes: Energy systems, HVAC efficiency, sustainable manufacturing, and waste-to-energy solutions. Notable projects: Rooftop photovoltaic integration for food facilities, waste heat recovery in industrial compressors, and GPT applications in public building management. Dr. Gordić collaborates with municipalities and industries to develop practical solutions for energy efficiency, including thermal insulation strategies and carbon footprint reduction in urban settings. His publications frequently explore Balkan case studies, emphasizing regional sustainability challenges.

• Energy Engineering
• Renewable Energy
• Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vladimir Vukašinović is an Associate Professor at the Department for Energy and Process Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Kragujevac. His research focuses on energy sustainability, industrial process optimization, and environmental engineering. He actively contributes to advancing renewable energy technologies, waste heat utilization, and strategies for decarbonizing industries, particularly in food processing and urban infrastructure. His work emphasizes practical applications such as heat pump integration, biomass utilization, and energy-efficient building systems. Notable projects include studies on net-zero food production facilities and SWOT analyses for urban energy planning in Kragujevac. He also explores emerging technologies like 3D printing in engineering education and AI-driven energy management solutions for public buildings. Publications from 2023–2025 highlight his contributions to global warming analysis in Serbia, carbon offset strategies, and techno-economic evaluations of energy systems. His interdisciplinary approach bridges engineering, environmental science, and policy, addressing both technical and socio-economic aspects of sustainable development.

Angela Carterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Environmental Policy
• Climate Crisis Policy
• Equitable Energy Transitions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Angela Carter is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Memorial University of Newfoundland, holding the Canada Research Chair in Equitable Energy Governance and Public Policy. She is also a Senior Associate at the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD). Her research focuses on environmental policies surrounding Canadian fossil fuel development and international climate policy approaches, emphasizing equitable energy transitions. Education: BA Hons (University of Ottawa), MA (Carleton University), MA and PhD (Cornell University). Research interests include climate crisis policy, fossil fuel governance, energy transitions, and comparative environmental politics. She explores topics like supply-side climate policies, fossil fuel phase-outs, and community mobilization against resource extraction. Recent courses taught include 'Governing a World in Climate Crisis' and 'Energy at a Crossroads.' Key publications include Fossilized: Environmental Policy in Canada's Petro-Provinces (2020), which won the 2021 Donald Smiley Prize. Her work analyzes policy frameworks for reducing fossil fuel dependency, including studies on Denmark's oil extraction bans and Ireland's climate strategies. Scientific Awards: 2021 Donald Smiley Prize Grants: Canada Research Chair funding Labs/Teams: Collaborations with IISD's Re-Energizing Canada Project and the Balsillie School of International Affairs Her interdisciplinary work bridges political science, environmental studies, and public policy, addressing urgent questions about energy governance, climate justice, and sustainable futures.

Jennifer McArthurمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Smart & Sustainable Buildings
• Cognitive Digital Twins
• Building Decarbonization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jennifer McArthur is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Architectural Science at Toronto Metropolitan University, within the Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science. She also serves as Associate Chair for Graduate Studies in Project Management and leads the Smart Campus Integration and Testing Lab. Her work focuses on smart technologies, decarbonization, and sustainable building practices. Education: PhD in Management, University of Edinburgh (2023) MASc, University of Waterloo (2003) BASc, University of Waterloo (2001) Certificate in University Teaching, University of Waterloo (2003) Research & Leadership: McArthur pioneers decarbonization strategies for buildings and urban systems. She leads the world’s first 100% digitally enabled building project using cognitive digital twins and co-founded a national consortium (30+ partners) advancing smart building adoption. As Dimensions Faculty Lead, she promotes equity in research practices. Teaching & Impact: Teaches courses like Project Economics (ASC 522) and Emerging Design Processes (PM 8201). Advises graduate students on research impacting building sustainability. Served on Toronto’s Net Zero 2040 advisory board, translating academic insights into policy. Labs & Teams: Principal Investigator for the Smart Campus Lab and leader of the Smart Building Initiative consortium. Collaborates with industry, governments, and researchers across disciplines to drive innovation in built environment sustainability.

• Building Performance Modeling
• Digital Fabrication
• Instructional Technology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Ross is an Assistant Professor at Mississippi State University's School of Architecture, where he teaches courses and conducts research in architectural design, digital fabrication, and building performance modeling. He has taught at institutions including the University of Texas at Arlington, University of Minnesota, and Lund University, Sweden. With over 20 years of professional experience in multinational architecture firms, he has led research and development in digital workflows and emerging technologies. Ross holds a Master of Architecture from Harvard University (2004). Education: Master of Architecture, Harvard University, 2004 Research Interests: Building Performance Modeling Digital Fabrication Instructional Technology in Architecture Education His work bridges academic and professional realms, focusing on sustainable design, immersive technologies in design review, and community-engaged projects like the Emmett Till Memorial. Recent research emphasizes net-zero energy solutions and collaborative digital tools. Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advising roles are listed, but his professional experience highlights leadership in technical development and seminar organization. Labs/Teams: Fred Carl, Jr. Small Town Center Gulf Coast Community Design Studio

Ermias Kebreabمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Agriculture
• Animal Science
• Methane Emissions Mitigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ermias Kebreab is a Professor and Sesnon Endowed Chair in the Department of Animal Science, University of California, Davis (UC Davis). He serves as Associate Dean for Global Engagement in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and Director of the World Food Center. His roles involve advancing the college’s international goals through partnerships and addressing global food systems challenges. Kebreab holds a B.S. in Biology (University of Asmara), M.S. in Integrative Biology, and Ph.D. in Ecological Modeling (University of Reading, UK). His research focuses on developing feed additives to reduce livestock methane emissions, with over 200 peer-reviewed publications. He chairs the UN FAO Technical Working Group on Feed Additives and serves on NAS committees for methane emissions and dairy cattle nutrition. His work contributes to IPCC guidelines and climate policy. Kebreab has held leadership roles including Associate Vice Provost for Academic Programs in Global Affairs and Deputy Director of UC Davis’ Agricultural Sustainability Institute. His expertise spans sustainable agriculture, livestock environmental impacts, and climate-smart technologies. His global engagement includes collaborations in Egypt and beyond through USAID-funded projects. Key areas of focus include methane mitigation strategies, feed additive efficacy, and modeling livestock emissions. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to sustainable food systems, combining nutrition science, environmental modeling, and policy advocacy.

• Energy Efficiency
• Thermal Comfort and Indoor Climate
• Building Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Habtamu Bayera Madessa is an Associate Professor at the Department of Built Environment, Faculty of Technology, Art and Design at Oslo Metropolitan University. His research focuses on energy efficiency, thermal comfort, building physics, and sustainable building technologies. He is a core member of the Sustainable Built Environment (SustainaBuilt) research group. Habtamu has contributed to over 34 scientific publications, 1 textbook, and multiple research reports. His work addresses topics such as net-zero energy buildings, district heating optimization, renewable energy integration, and building automation. Key areas include tropical climate adaptation for energy systems, energy monitoring in Norway, and BIM-based sustainable design practices. His research combines experimental studies (e.g., viscosity analysis of scale inhibitors, PCM-enhanced materials) with numerical modeling (CFD for ventilation systems) and systems integration (smart buildings, ground-source heat pumps). He has collaborated on projects ranging from micro-hydropower systems to lifecycle analysis of building retrofits. Notable publications include a 2025 review on net-zero-energy buildings in tropical climates and a 2024 study on district heating return temperature reduction strategies. His textbook Fornybar Energi (2024) provides foundational knowledge on renewable energy systems.

Constant Dullaartمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Art
• Technology and Society
• Internet Critique
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Constant Dullaart is a Professor for Networked Materiality at the Akademie der Bildenden Künste Nürnberg, Germany. His artistic practice critically examines the intersection of technology, society, and cultural values, with a focus on internet culture, social media dynamics, and platform capitalism. He is known for projects like common.garden , an artisanal social media platform, and DullTech™ , a satirical hardware startup. His work bridges digital and physical realms, often using code, neural networks, and participatory methods to critique corporate technological systems. Education: Rijksakademie van Beeldende Kunsten residency (2007), Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science support. Awards: Prix Net-Art (2015). Key Roles: Taught at institutions including Werkplaats Typografie (Arnhem), CUNY DIAP, and the Jan van Eyck Academy. Current professorship at Nuremberg since 2023. Research interests include networked materiality, digital ethics, and the sociocultural implications of tools. Notable exhibitions include I Was Raised On The Internet (MCA Chicago, 2018), This Unjust Mirror (Fries Museum, 2020), and Sunsetting Inconsistencies (Upstream Gallery, 2023). His curatorial work and lectures address internet politics and art’s role in critiquing technological systems. Publications/commissions include attention.rip (UP Projects, 2017) and Chorus (Rhizome, 2020). Residencies include ISCP (NYC, 2017) and Open Space (The Hague, 2022). He actively publishes via his website constantdullaart.com and teaches in a bilingual (German/English) environment.

• Renewable Energy Technologies
• Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV)
• Smart Cities
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Momir Tabakovic is a Senior Lecturer/Researcher at Technikum Wien, serving as Head of the Competence Area for Renewable Energy Technologies. He specializes in integrating renewable energy systems into urban environments and educational frameworks. His work focuses on building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), smart cities, and sustainable energy solutions. He has contributed to projects like the 'Zukunftsquartier' initiative in Vienna, advancing plus-energy neighborhoods and net-zero building standards. His educational background includes a PhD and MSc, with expertise in engineering and renewable energy systems. He has developed BIPV courseware for higher education and professionals, emphasizing practical applications and industry collaboration. Key research areas include smart grid technologies, energy storage, and digital transition strategies in engineering education. His work bridges academic research with real-world implementation, particularly in South Africa and Austria. Notable projects include the Dem4BIPV initiative for educational materials in photovoltaics and participation in the EU-ASCIN Smart Cities Network. He advocates for open labs and mobile labs to enhance postgraduate education and industry partnerships. Current efforts prioritize urban energy systems, renewable integration, and achieving the 2050 energy scenario goals.

Andrea Kwaskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Child/adolescent mental health
• Suicide prevention
• Wellness/self care
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrea Kwasky is a Professor of Nursing at the University of Detroit Mercy's McAuley School of Nursing, where she teaches prelicensure nursing students and provides guest lectures for graduate programs. With over 20 years of advanced psychiatric nursing experience, she specializes in mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults across outpatient, inpatient, and residential settings. Her educational credentials include: Doctor of Nursing Practice from Oakland University Master of Science in Nursing (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) from Wayne State University Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Sociology minor) from Western Michigan University Dr. Kwasky's research focuses on critical mental health domains including child/adolescent psychiatry, suicide prevention, wellness promotion, and innovative clinical-teaching integration. Her work addresses systemic gaps in youth mental health services through evidence-based interventions and curriculum development. She emphasizes trauma-informed care and the application of Mercy and Jesuit traditions in nursing practice. Her publication portfolio demonstrates consistent contributions to psychiatric nursing knowledge, with recent emphasis on trauma sequelae prevention, classroom-clinical integration frameworks, and international rehabilitation research. Notably, she co-revised the 2022 American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Practice, establishing new benchmarks for the profession. Professional recognition includes: 2016 Nightingale Award (Oakland University) 2017 Educator of the Year (NAMI Michigan) 2017 Clinical Practice Award (International Society of Psychiatric Nurses) 2019 Presidents Award (International Society of Psychiatric Nurses) 2022 Faculty Excellence Award (University of Detroit Mercy) As an educator and policy leader, Dr. Kwasky mentors future nurses while shaping mental health systems through her secretary role at NAMI Michigan and editorial board position for Archives of Psychiatric Nursing. She actively develops clinical competencies for nurse administrators and advocates for mental health parity in healthcare reform. Her professional engagement spans the American Psychiatric Nurses Association, International Society of Psychiatric Nurses, and collaborative international projects including traumatic brain injury research in Ireland, demonstrating commitment to global mental health advancement.

Conor McTiernanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sustainable Tourism
• Decarbonization
• Net-Zero Strategies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Conor McTiernan is a Lecturer in Tourism and Hospitality at Atlantic Technological University's Department of Tourism & Sport. He holds a PhD in Social Sciences from Leeds Beckett University (2019), focusing on trust in inter-organisational knowledge transfer. His research emphasizes sustainable tourism, decarbonization strategies, and net-zero challenges. McTiernan is a Principal Investigator at the Design, Innovation, Creativity, Entrepreneurship (DICE) Innovation Academy. He actively contributes to policy analysis and enterprise sustainability initiatives. Recent work includes studies on tourism curricula adaptation for net-zero goals, decarbonization case studies, and trust dynamics in travel disruptions. He organizes academic conferences and collaborates internationally on sustainability research. McTiernan is currently accepting PhD students in tourism-related fields.

Ben Wuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Optical Communication
• Neuromorphic Computing
• Photonics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ben Wu, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at Rowan University’s Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering. He holds a B.S. from Nankai University (2008) and a Ph.D. from Princeton University (2015). His research focuses on photonics, including photonic neuromorphic computing, free-space optical communication, and optical imaging. Dr. Wu’s work emphasizes high-speed, low-latency photonic systems for applications in communication and artificial intelligence. He leads the Ben Wu Lab, which explores photonic neural networks, lidar signal processing, and secure optical communication systems. His research has been supported by grants from organizations like the National Science Foundation and NEC Laboratories America. Notable awards include the 2018 Inspira Health Award. Dr. Wu actively advises graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, with openings for scholars interested in optics, photonics, and wireless communication. His lab collaborates on projects such as noninvasive 3D medical imaging and secure key distribution systems.