جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Small Wind Turbine Dynamics
• Computational Biomechanics
• Finite Element Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Phil Clausen is a computational biomechanics and wind energy expert at the School of Engineering, University of Newcastle . His career spans two major research themes: small wind turbine dynamics and fatigue testing and computational biomechanics of biological structures using finite element analysis (FEA). He has led the development of accelerated fatigue test programs for turbine blades and reverse-engineered iconic fossils like Smilodon fatalis and the Tasmanian Tiger to understand biomechanical evolution. Education: PhD and BEng (Hons) from University of Newcastle Research Expertise focuses on: Small wind turbine blade design, fatigue life prediction, and performance optimization Computational biomechanics of crocodiles, komodo dragons, and extinct species Publications (65+ journal articles) cover wind energy systems (2000–2020) and biomechanics (2005–2021), with high-impact work featured in Nature , PLoS ONE , and Royal Society B . Notable findings include debunking assumptions about sabre-toothed cat bite force and quantifying dingo vs. thylacine predatory mechanics. Grants ($1.06M+ total) include ARC Discovery Projects, industry partnerships with Aerogenesis Australia and TUNRA , and commercialization of diffuser-augmented turbine technology. He has supervised numerous research students and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams across engineering, biology, and paleontology.

Sarah Depenbuschمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Transformation
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• Job Crafting
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sarah Depenbusch is a researcher at the Work and Organizational Psychology department, Paderborn University, focusing on the intersection of digital transformation and human behavior. Her work emphasizes virtual reality (VR) applications in workplace learning, technostress mitigation, and employee retention strategies. Email: sarah.depenbusch@uni-paderborn.de Office: Warburger Str. 100, Room H4.316, Paderborn Current Role: Research Associate and Chair Assistant Research Trends: Her recent publications highlight VR-based training tools for SMEs, proactive job crafting strategies, and the psychological impacts of digital transformation on organizational dynamics. Teaching: She contributes to bachelor and master courses in organizational psychology, including lectures on digital workplace challenges and practical psychology modules.

• Reproductive Biology
• Embryonic Diapause
• Wildlife Conservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sandra Milena Bernal Ulloa is a Lecturer at the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zürich , Switzerland. Her research focuses on reproductive biology and embryonic diapause in wildlife species, particularly the European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus). Position: Lecturer Department: Environmental Systems Science Institution: ETH Zürich, Switzerland Her work explores the molecular mechanisms of embryonic dormancy, fetal development anomalies, and assisted reproductive technologies. She has developed novel cryopreservation protocols for pig embryos and pioneered stem cell research in roe deer. Publications span topics including: Embryonic Diapause: Follicular dynamics, cell proliferation rates, and endocrine interactions Genomics: Pangenome analysis of bovine depigmentation traits Wildlife Conservation: Reproductive anomalies and their implications for captive breeding programs Recent publications (2019-2025) demonstrate her expertise in wildlife reproductive physiology and embryology. Key collaborations include Dr. Susanne E. Ulbrich and international researchers in veterinary and computational biology. Contact: sandra.bernal@usys.ethz.ch

• Social Anthropology
• Islamic Studies
• Central Asian Cultures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Barış İşçi Pembeci is a researcher at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Computer Engineering. He also holds a secondary affiliation with the Faculty of Letters, Department of Art History. Education: B.S. in Computer Engineering (2001), M.A. in Sociology and Anthropology (2004), Ph.D. in Anthropology (2010). Research Focus: Social anthropology of Central Asia, Islamic studies, gender dynamics, post-Soviet cultural practices, and multispecies ethnography. His scholarly work examines: 2025 study on Muğla bullfights as rural masculinity rituals 2021 analysis of female humor patterns in Turkey 2019 spatial approach to youth identity formation 2018 ethnography of Kyrgyz healing traditions 2017 investigation of Islam-ethnicity interplay Scientific achievements: International Convention of Asia Scholars (2011) Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society (2009) He coordinates Erasmus programs (2021-2025) and leads evaluations for engineering education standards. Current TÜBİTAK-funded research explores socio-cultural impacts of cancer therapies.

Gulsen Tore Yarginمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• User Experience (UX) Research
• Human-Centered Design
• Conversational Agents
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gulsen Tore Yargin serves as Senior Lecturer in Design and Innovation Strategy at Brunel Design School within Brunel University London's College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. Previously, she held Assistant Professor of Industrial Design position at Middle East Technical University where she directed the METU/BILTIR-UTEST Product Usability Unit. Her academic journey includes postdoctoral research at University of Cambridge Engineering Design Centre following a PhD focused on user research communication methodologies. PhD: Effective Communication of User Research Findings (University of Cambridge postdoctoral work) Postdoc: Engineering Design Centre, University of Cambridge Assistant Professor: Middle East Technical University (Industrial Design) Dr. Tore Yargin's research spans human-centered design in emerging technologies with emphasis on UX research methods, conversational agents, sensor-based innovations, and wellbeing design. Her work bridges academic theory with industry applications across white goods, home electronics, automotive, and defense sectors. Recent publications demonstrate methodological innovation in remote research during crises, animal-computer interaction, and voice interface design for diverse populations. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals strong interdisciplinary trends connecting design theory with psychology, animal behavior, and public health. Key thematic clusters include pandemic-adapted research methodologies (2020-2023), animal laterality studies (2023-2024), and conversational agent design for elderly populations (2023). Her work consistently applies human-centered principles to novel contexts while developing new measurement frameworks. No scientific awards are currently documented in available sources. Dr. Tore Yargin has secured multiple research grants including TÜBİTAK-funded projects on remote UX research during COVID-19 and canine stress behavior analysis, plus industry collaborations with Arcelik-Beko on voice interfaces. Her co-author network spans veterinary science, psychology, and design fields including Dr. Dominik Havsteen-Franklin and Dr. Cristina Asenjo Palma. Current projects focus on technology-mediated human-canine interactions and remote research methodologies. Her research operates through interdisciplinary collaborations rather than dedicated physical labs, with emphasis on field-based studies in domestic and public settings. Current work explores canine wellbeing through non-invasive measurement techniques and voice interface adoption in emerging markets.

Catherine Laporteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medical Imaging
• Computer Vision
• Speech Sciences
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Catherine Laporte is a Professor at the Department of Electrical Engineering, École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS), Montreal, Canada. She leads research at the LATIS – Health Information Processing Laboratory, focusing on integrating medical images and physiological signals for healthcare innovation. Department: Electrical Engineering Research Lab: LATIS – Health Information Processing Laboratory Her research spans Medical Imaging , Computer Vision , and Speech Sciences , specializing in ultrasound applications for health technologies and intelligent systems. Key areas include: Medical image analysis and segmentation Ultrasound probe navigation and deformation correction 3D anatomical modeling (spine, tongue) Biomechanical studies of bone growth and tissue response Computer vision for healthcare applications Recent publications emphasize robust AI-driven ultrasound analysis for spinal deformities, tongue movement in speech therapy, and biomechanical modeling of bone growth. Her work combines deep learning , real-time segmentation , and multi-modal imaging (MRI, CT, 3D ultrasound). Students under her supervision have completed theses on topics like smart ultrasound systems , 3D vocal tract analysis , and biofeedback for language learners , often co-directed with experts in biomedical engineering and speech sciences. Laporte’s lab, LATIS, collaborates with institutions like the Center for Advanced Studies in Sleep Medicine (Montreal) and McGill University’s interdisciplinary programs, advancing health technologies and intelligent systems for clinical applications.

• Biochemistry
• Rare Diseases
• Alkaptonuria
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Giulia Bernardini is an Associate Professor at the Department of Biotechnology, Chemistry and Pharmacy, University of Siena. She teaches Applied and Clinical Biochemistry in the Pharmacy program and maintains regular office hours at the Polo Scientifico San Miniato. Her research focuses on rare diseases like Alkaptonuria and Lesch-Nyhan Disease , with emphasis on biochemical pathways, proteomics, and in vitro modeling. Email: giulia.bernardini@unisi.it Phone: +39 0577 235792 Webex Virtual Room: Join Here Her recent work explores omics technologies in rare disease research, enzyme inhibition for novel therapeutics, and computational workflows targeting metabolic disorders. Publications highlight collaborations with international consortia like the DevelopAKUre project. Key research areas include: Homogentisic acid pathophysiology in Alkaptonuria Purine salvage pathway defects Induced pluripotent stem cell modeling 4-Hydroxyphenylpyruvate Dioxygenase (HPPD) inhibition Inflammatory/oxidative stress biomarkers Proteomic profiling of rare diseases

R. Michael Burgerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Neural Circuitry
• Synaptic Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

R. Michael Burger is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University and serves as the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on auditory neuroscience, particularly how the brain processes sensory information through precise neural circuits. Education Ph.D. in Zoology (Neurobiology) from the University of Texas at Austin (2000) B.A. in Psychology and Anthropology from Ithaca College (1993) Dr. Burger's research investigates cellular, synaptic, and systems-level integration in auditory processing, with NIH-funded projects on sound localization and cholinergic modulation. He has edited books on neuromodulatory functions and serves on editorial boards of leading journals. Recent publications highlight his work on dopamine and cholinergic influences in auditory pathways, developmental synaptic plasticity, and computational auditory neuroscience. Grants include NIH R01 and R15 awards. Scientific Awards Fellow, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Dr. Burger teaches behavioral neuroscience courses and contributes to graduate committee work, otolaryngology research, and grant review panels. He co-developed the HearMyCl app for cochlear implant simulations with Susan Perry and Brook Sawyer.

• Mathematical Biology
• Cell Mechanics
• Cytoskeleton Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Angelika Manhart is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Vienna's Faculty of Mathematics. With 26 publications spanning from 2014 to 2025, she has established herself as a leading researcher at the intersection of mathematical modeling and biological processes. Her work bridges rigorous mathematical analysis with biological insight to address fundamental questions in cellular mechanics and dynamics. Dr. Manhart's research focuses on mathematical biology, particularly the mechanics of cellular processes including cell movement, cytoskeletal dynamics, and tissue morphogenesis. She specializes in developing computational frameworks that capture the intricate interplay between physical forces and biological functions at the cellular level. Her work explores how mathematical models can elucidate complex phenomena such as actin network dynamics, nuclear positioning in muscle cells, and epithelial tissue formation. She employs techniques from partial differential equations, dynamical systems theory, and computational mathematics to address biological questions across multiple scales. Her publication record reveals a consistent trajectory of increasingly sophisticated modeling approaches, with recent work incorporating machine learning techniques and multiscale modeling. The research spans diverse biological contexts including wound healing, muscle development, microbial communities, and epithelial morphogenesis, demonstrating the versatility of mathematical approaches in biological inquiry. Several of her papers have received significant citations, with 'Nuclear Scaling Is Coordinated among Individual Nuclei in Multinucleated Muscle Fibers' (2019) accumulating 49 citations and 'Intracellular Fluid Mechanics: Coupling Cytoplasmic Flow with Active Cytoskeletal Gel' (2018) receiving 83 citations. Dr. Manhart actively collaborates with experimental biologists across institutions, as evidenced by her co-authorship with researchers from various biological disciplines. Her work has been presented at conferences including talks on 'Alignment processes in cells - From individual interactions to collectivity' (December 2024) and earlier presentations on 'Model and Simulation of Actin-dependent Cell Movement' (2014), reflecting her continued engagement with both theoretical and applied aspects of her field.

Robert Gegearمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Conservation of native pollination systems
• Neuroecology of plant-pollinator interactions
• Multi-modal sensory integration
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Robert Gegear is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth . His research focuses on the conservation of native pollination systems, neuroecology of plant-pollinator interactions, multi-modal sensory integration, floral evolution, and bumblebee ecology. PhD , Western University (2002) Postdoc , University of Toronto (2006) Postdoc , University of Massachusetts Medical School (2010) His integrative research combines animal behavior, molecular biology, community ecology, and computational biology to study plant-pollinator relationships. Using bumblebees (Bombus spp.) as a model system, he investigates floral display complexity, foraging preferences, global pollinator decline, and conservation strategies. Recent publications highlight his work on anthropogenic impacts on pollination systems (2021), cognition in monarch butterfly migration (2021), and challenges in measuring floral signal honesty (2020). These studies span ecology, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology, with subfields like sensory navigation, biodiversity modeling, and co-evolutionary dynamics. He leads the Beecology Lab , which uses controlled experiments, field studies, and in silico simulations to address biodiversity stressors. Grants include $599,926 from the National Science Foundation for the CUBICS project and smaller awards from Landscape Interactions LLC.

Sammie Kattمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Bayesian Reinforcement Learning
• Partially Observable Markov Decision Processes
• Robotics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Sammie Katt serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Computer Science at Aalto University's School of Science, specializing in Bayesian Reinforcement Learning for robotics and decision-making under uncertainty. Their work addresses critical challenges in partially observable environments through algorithmic innovation and practical implementations. Dr. Katt's research centers on Bayesian approaches to reinforcement learning, with deep expertise in Partially Observable Markov Decision Processes (POMDPs). They develop scalable algorithms for uncertainty quantification, robot navigation, and real-time decision-making, bridging theoretical advances with robotic applications. Key contributions include BADDr for adaptive POMDP solutions and gym-gridverse for simulation benchmarking. Analysis of Katt's 14 publications (2012-2023) reveals three dominant trends: (1) Bayesian methods for efficient POMDP solving using Monte Carlo tree search and deep learning, (2) Robotics applications in motion prediction, target search, and scene reconstruction, and (3) Framework development for reproducible RL research. Their work consistently emphasizes computational efficiency and real-world applicability in uncertain environments.

Lauren E. Gillespieمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Global Ecology
• Genomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lauren E. Gillespie is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geospatial Data Sciences at the University of Michigan, specializing in AI-integrated approaches for large-scale ecosystem monitoring. With a background in computer science and biology, her research focuses on developing foundation models to analyze noisy environmental data from remote sensing and citizen science platforms, aiming to enhance ecological forecasting under rapid climate change. PhD : Computer Science, Stanford University BS : Computer Science & Chemistry, Southwestern University Her work bridges machine learning , global ecology , and remote sensing , with recent publications on biodiversity mapping using deep learning, domain adaptation in citizen science datasets, and genetic diversity loss in the Anthropocene. She actively explores ethical frameworks for scalable environmental AI applications. Key scientific awards include the Best Paper Award at AAAI 2025, Fulbright Program support (2024), and NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (2019). Her projects have received grants such as the Climate Change AI Innovation Grant for ForestBench (2022) and the Ethics, Society and Technology Hub grant for Scenes from the Anthropocene (2022).

• Early Childhood Education
• STEM Education
• Science and Technology Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ali İbrahim Can GÖZÜM serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Preschool Education at Kafkas University's Dede Korkut Faculty of Education. With dual doctoral degrees in Preschool Education from Gazi University and Science Education from Ondokuz Mayıs University, he specializes in early childhood science and technology education. His academic journey includes progressive appointments from Research Assistant (2013) to Associate Professor (2022), alongside administrative roles including Dean Assistant and Career Center Director. His research focuses on early childhood STEM education , digital game mediation , and cognitive development , reflected in over 90 publications with significant international impact (Google Scholar h-index: 18). Current projects examine flipped classroom models in language education and nature-based learning environments. His editorial leadership includes Editor-in-Chief of e-Kafkas Journal of Educational Research and Associate Editor for Frontiers in Education 's STEM section. Notable scientific recognition includes TUBITAK's Publication Incentive Award. His advising includes master's theses on self-regulation and number sense development. Active in professional development, he conducts workshops on digital parenting and AI libraries, demonstrating commitment to bridging research with practical educational applications.

August (Gus) Costaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Human Evolution
• Prehistoric Archaeology
• Vertebrate Paleontology
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

August (Gus) Costa is an Adjunct Lecturer in Anthropology & Earth Science at Rice University. He directs the Houston Archaeological Society (HAS) lab and collaborates with institutions like the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Whiteside Museum of Natural History. His teaching emphasizes experiential learning, with courses in Paleo-Technology , Geoarchaeology , and Paleontology . Research Focus : Costa investigates early human settlement in southern Asia, transitional lithic technology in western India, and vertebrate fossil preservation at Gopnath. His work bridges archaeology, paleontology, and earth science, with field programs identifying Ice Age fossil localities and lab revitalization projects for HAS collections. Articles Trends : His publications center on Pleistocene paleobiogeography , lithic technology , experimental archaeology , and human dispersal models . Key themes include coastal refugia, bone technology, and taphonomic processes. Scientific Awards : Fulbright Scholar Grants & Collaborations : Received teaching grants from Rice University to support interactive lessons in experimental archaeology. Collaborates with museums for exhibits like 'Scenes From The Stone Age' and events such as International Archaeology Day. Labs & Teams : As HAS lab director, he revitalized collections facilities at Rice, improving storage, labeling, and online access. Supervises the Katy Mammoth Project, providing field and lab opportunities for students.

William Petermanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Landscape Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Population Genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Peterman is an Associate Professor in Wildlife Ecology and Management at The Ohio State University. His research integrates field observation, molecular lab work, and quantitative modeling to study biodiversity responses to climate change, habitat alteration, and urbanization. He focuses on animal population connectivity, habitat restoration, and conservation strategies across spatial-temporal scales. Landscape ecology and conservation biology Population genetics and metapopulation dynamics Climate change impact on amphibians and reptiles Recent publications highlight advancements in landscape resistance modeling, hybridization effects on conservation, and climate-agroecosystem interactions. His lab emphasizes interdisciplinary methods including biophysical models and camera trap technology for biodiversity monitoring. Current students in his lab include Grant Ravary, Olivia Ruppert, Marissa Roseman, Aidan McCarthy, Jess Dong, Ryan Wagner, and Allison Williams. He has developed specialized software (ResistanceGA) and teaches courses like ENR 5370: Management of Wildlife Habitat .