جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jeffrey O.G. Ogbarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African American History
• Black Nationalism
• Social Justice Movements
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey O.G. Ogbar is a Professor at the University of Connecticut , Department of History, since 1997. He also serves as the founding Director of the Center for the Study of Popular Music and previously directed the Africana Studies Institute (2003-2009) and held administrative roles as Associate Dean for the Humanities. Ph.D., Indiana University MA, Indiana University BA, Morehouse College Research Interests: Dr. Ogbar specializes in 20th-century U.S. history, focusing on African American history, Black nationalism, hip-hop culture, and social justice movements. His work explores intersections between cultural expression and political activism. Scientific Awards: W.E.B. Du Bois Book Prize (2008) Choice Magazine Outstanding Academic Title (2005) Advising and Grants: Dr. Ogbar has advised numerous student organizations and held research fellowships at Harvard's Du Bois Research Institute, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, and the UConn Humanities Institute.

Julia Sachsederمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Gender Studies
• International Relations
• Political Economy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Julia Sachseder holds dual roles at Central European University (CEU) as a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of International Relations and a Visiting Professor in the Department of Gender Studies. Her interdisciplinary research bridges gender, political economy, violence, and environmental justice, utilizing feminist, postcolonial, and decolonial frameworks. Dr.phil in Political Science, University of Vienna Research Master in Political Science, Universitat Pompeu Fabra Bachelor of Arts in European Studies, Maastricht University Her work critically examines extractivist economies, sexual violence in conflict zones, EU border security, and climate crisis responses. Current projects include the FWF-funded "Risky Borders" and OEAW-funded "Climates of Peace," analyzing intersectional power dynamics and decolonial justice. Julia’s 15 most recent publications focus on the gendered and racialized politics of EU border security, environmental justice in conflict and post-conflict contexts, and feminist/postcolonial critiques of security institutions like Frontex. Key themes include epistemic violence, militarized peace, and transnational capital’s gendered impacts.

John Gershmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Democracy Studies
• Food Security
• U.S. Foreign Policy in Asia
• +۷ مورد دیگر

John Gershman is a Clinical Professor of Public Service at New York University's Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. He directs the International Specialization program and co-directs the Capstone Program. As co-founder of the NYU Democracy Project and director of the NYU Democracy Scholars program, he focuses on democratization processes. He also leads the New York Southeast Asia Network and contributes to the Philippine Studies Initiative. His research spans democracy promotion, food security, U.S. foreign policy in Asia, and the political economy of natural resources in Ghana and the Philippines. He has held leadership roles in nonprofit think tanks since the 1990s, including Foreign Policy in Focus. Expertise includes governance, international development, health policy, and race/class/gender dynamics. He has been recognized for teaching excellence at NYU and maintains active roles in policy analysis and multilateralism studies. His work bridges academic research with practical advocacy, emphasizing rights-based approaches to development. Awards: 2017 NYU Recognition for Outstanding Teaching Key Roles: Director of International Specialization, NYU Democracy Project Co-Director Public Engagement: Regular commentary in media outlets like Washington Post , Foreign Affairs , and Council on Foreign Relations His academic office is located at 105 East 17th Street, Room 351, NYC, with weekly availability Wednesdays 4:30-6:30 PM.

Julia Rileyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Amphibian Ecology
• Reptile Behavior
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julia Riley is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Mount Allison University. Her research focuses on amphibian and reptile behavior, evolution, and ecology, with a strong emphasis on conservation. She leads the Riley Integrative Ecology Lab, which investigates topics such as social behavior in lizards, developmental plasticity in reptiles, and the impacts of urbanization on species adaptation. Dr. Riley collaborates with institutions across Canada and globally, including Dalhousie University and the New Brunswick Museum. Her work integrates behavioral ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation science, addressing questions like how environmental factors shape animal traits and how urbanization affects ecological interactions. She actively promotes conservation strategies, such as evaluating protective measures for turtle nests and mitigating road mortality for amphibians and reptiles. Research Themes: Amphibian/Reptile Conservation, Behavioral Ecology, Urban Ecology, Evolutionary Adaptation Key Collaborations: Dr. Joshua Baxter-Gilbert, Dr. Mike Whiting, Dr. Liese Schwanz Funding Partners: NSERC, New Brunswick Innovation Fund, Nature Conservancy of Canada Dr. Riley’s lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining fieldwork with quantitative analysis. She mentors students in MSc/PhD programs through her adjunct appointments and prioritizes training in grant writing, field techniques, and ethical research practices.

• Computer Security
• Hardware-Software Co-design
• Confidential Computing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Frank Piessens is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Science at KU Leuven's Faculty of Engineering Science, where he leads the Distributed and Secure Software (DistriNet) research group. His research focuses on cutting-edge security challenges at the hardware-software interface. His research interests span: Hardware-software co-design for end-to-end security Confidential computing architectures Microarchitectural side-channel mitigation Secure IoT development Compiler-based security mechanisms Control-flow integrity techniques Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate strong focus on: Hardware security cost/performance tradeoffs Processor-level security enhancements (RISC-V, high-end CPUs) IoT device lifecycle security Control-flow leakage prevention Microcontroller IP protection He currently supervises PhD students including M. Bognár and H. Winderix, and leads major research initiatives such as: Hardening confidential computing through vertically integrated system design (2025-2031) Designing secure hardware for software-exploitable attacks (2025-2029) Compiler-based mitigations for microarchitectural side-channels (2023-2027) Security Arms Race at the Hardware-Software Boundary (2020-2025)

Jesse M. Keenanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
• Urban Planning
• Real Estate Finance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jesse M. Keenan is the Favrot II Associate Professor of Sustainable Real Estate and Urban Planning at Tulane University's School of Architecture and Built Environment. As Director of the Center on Climate Change and Urbanism, he bridges climate science, real estate, and urban policy to address climate adaptation and mitigation in the built environment. Formerly at Harvard Kennedy School, Columbia University, and Oxford University Contributor to IPCC, U.S. National Climate Assessments, and FEMA reform debates His research spans climate finance , resilient infrastructure , climate gentrification , and policy innovation . He pioneered concepts like 'Bluelining' and 'Climate Intelligence Arms Race' that influence global adaptation strategies. Media outlets like The New York Times and BBC frequently cite his work. Recent publications focus on compound climate hazards , cyber-physical resilience , and equity in adaptation planning . He has held advisory roles for the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, and the Obama administration's Climate Action Plan. Scientific awards include PREA Scholar and Harvard Visiting Fellow Executive Producer of America Adapts podcast (Webby Honoree)

Derek D. Houstonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Phylogeography
• Molecular Ecology
• Ichthyology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Derek D. Houston is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Western Colorado University, affiliated with the Natural & Environmental Sciences Department and the Clark Family School of Environment & Sustainability. He holds a PhD in Biology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (2009), an MS in Zoology from Brigham Young University (2002), and a BS in Zoology from Brigham Young University (1999). His research focuses on phylogeography , molecular ecology , and conservation of desert fishes , with fieldwork spanning western North America, British Columbia, and Baja California. Key interests include: Evolutionary adaptations of aquatic organisms using DNA sequencing Population genetics of western North American fishes Ecological impacts of parasites on mutualistic systems Climate change effects on alpine and desert species Houston teaches courses including Biogeography, Cell Biology, Conservation Genetics, Ecology, and Fisheries Biology. His publications emphasize evolutionary patterns in aquatic insects and fishes , nematode-fig wasp interactions , and conservation genetics , frequently leveraging genomic tools to explore ecological relationships. He conducts fieldwork in diverse western ecosystems and values interdisciplinary collaboration to address conservation challenges.

Victor Manjarrezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Border Security
• Homeland Security Enterprise
• Law Enforcement Intelligence
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Victor M. Manjarrez, Jr. is an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University's School of Criminal Justice. He holds an Ed.D. (2018) from The University of Texas at El Paso, an MA (2013) from American Military University, and a BA (2010) from Ashford University. His career spans over 20 years in the U.S. Border Patrol, where he held senior roles including Chief Patrol Agent of Tucson and El Paso Sectors, and Acting Director of Counter-narcotics Enforcement at DHS. Ed.D. (2018), The University of Texas at El Paso MA (2013), American Military University BA (2010), Ashford University His research focuses on border security , homeland security enterprise , law enforcement intelligence , and counterterrorism , with an emphasis on complex systems, organizational justice, and policy innovation. Key themes include chaos and clutter in border management, fusion center models, and social media use by drug trafficking organizations. Recent publications highlight trends in border security as a complex system, the role of organizational justice in law enforcement, and the application of fusion centers to mitigate border risks. His work spans interdisciplinary subfields such as technological arms races, institutional change, and cybercrime monitoring. No scientific awards are mentioned in the provided text.

Lawrence Freedmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• War Studies
• Nuclear Strategy
• Cold War
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sir Lawrence Freedman has served as Professor of War Studies at King's College London since 1982 and as Vice-Principal since 2003. His academic career spans over four decades with significant contributions to strategic studies and international security. His educational background includes Whitley Bay Grammar School and the Universities of Manchester, York, and Oxford. Prior to joining King's, he held research positions at Nuffield College Oxford, the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), and the Royal Institute of International Affairs. Freedman's research focuses on nuclear strategy, Cold War history, contemporary defense policy, and international security issues. His work bridges academic theory with practical policy applications, particularly in crisis management and strategic decision-making. He has consistently examined the relationship between military power and political objectives across different historical contexts. His publication record demonstrates a progression from Cold War strategic analysis to contemporary security challenges, with consistent focus on deterrence theory, military intervention, and the political dimensions of warfare. His work on the Falklands Campaign represents significant historical scholarship combined with policy relevance. Academia Europaea Erasmus Medal (1994) Fellow of the British Academy (1995) CBE (Commander of the British Empire) (1996) Official Historian of the Falklands Campaign (1997) KCMG (Knight Commander of St Michael and St George) (2003) Member of the official inquiry into Britain and the 2003 Iraq War (2009) Privy Councillor Freedman has served in numerous advisory capacities including as Official Historian of the Falklands Campaign and as a member of the inquiry into Britain's involvement in the 2003 Iraq War. His work has influenced both academic discourse and government policy on strategic matters. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the source materials, his research appointments and official historical roles suggest substantial research funding and institutional support throughout his career.

• Brain-Computer Interface
• Biomedical Engineering
• Neuroprosthetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Gernot R. Müller-Putz is Head of the Institute of Neural Engineering and the Graz Brain-Computer Interface Lab at Graz University of Technology. He serves as Dean of the Faculty of Computer Science & Biomedical Engineering and holds editorial roles at Frontiers in Human Neuroscience IEEE Transactions in Biomedical Engineering Brain-Computer Interface Journal . With over 212 peer-reviewed publications and an h-index of 80, his research focuses on Brain-Computer Interfaces , Neuroprosthetics , and EEG-based Motor Control . His work investigates: Neural signal decoding for spinal cord injury rehabilitation Hybrid BCI systems with error processing Artificial sensory feedback mechanisms Machine learning applications in neural engineering VR-based neurofeedback environments Non-invasive multimodal biosignal recording Research trends show strong emphasis on EEG signal processing , BCI clinical applications , and neurotechnology integration . Scientific Awards : ERC Consolidator Grant (2015) Ludwig-Guttman Award (2017) CYBATHLON Best Paper (2019) State of Styria Research Award (2019) Förderstipendium (2013-2014) He advises 21 PhD students and has managed major projects like MoreGrasp (EU Horizon 2020) , Feel Your Reach (ERC) , and INTRECOM (EU EIC Pathfinder) . The Institute hosts the BCI Racing Team Mirage91 and offers international thesis opportunities.

Tim Lockleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social History
• Slavery Studies
• Medical History
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Tim Lockley is Head of the Department of History at the University of Warwick, holding the rank of Professor since 2015. He specializes in colonial and antebellum southern history, with a focus on slavery, class dynamics, medical history, and cultural studies like cricket and classical music broadcasting. His academic journey includes a Master's from the University of Edinburgh (1993) and a PhD from the University of Cambridge (1996), with subsequent roles from Lecturer to Professor at Warwick. Research interests span slavery's social impacts, maroon communities, and health disparities. Notable works include Military Medicine and the Making of Race (2020) and Lines in the Sand (2001). He has secured grants like the AHRC-funded 'Africa's Sons Under Arms' and the AHRB's 'Southern Charities Project'. Lockley supervises PhD and MA research on topics such as disability among enslaved men, antebellum literary culture, and transatlantic antislavery networks. He actively contributes to academic communities through editorial roles (e.g., Slavery & Abolition ) and public engagement via BBC Radio's In Our Time .

Silvie Huijbenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Evolutionary Biology
• Infectious Diseases
• Resistance Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Silvie Huijben is an Associate Professor in the School of Life Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU), core faculty in the Center for Evolution and Medicine . Her research focuses on evolutionary strategies to combat resistance in malaria parasites and disease-transmitting mosquitoes. She holds a PhD in evolutionary biology from the University of Edinburgh (2010) and postdoctoral fellowships from Penn State University and ISGlobal (Spain). Her lab integrates fieldwork, lab experiments, and mathematical modeling to design resistance management strategies. She collaborates with Prof. Abba Gumel on modeling transmission dynamics. Education Background: PhD in Cell, Animal and Population Biology (Edinburgh University, 2010) MSc and BSc in Biology (Wageningen University, Netherlands, 2003-2004) Research interests include: Insecticide resistance evolution in Aedes aegypti mosquitoes Optimizing antimalarial drug resistance strategies Mathematical modeling of disease transmission Field studies in Mozambique and Guyana Teaching: Regularly instructs courses in Evolutionary Biology (BIO 345), Advanced Evolutionary Medicine (ASB 507), and oversees undergraduate research projects (BIO/MBB 495). Laboratory & Teams: Leads the Huijben Lab at ASU, focusing on evolutionary ecology of resistance. Current projects include: Linking insecticide resistance to malaria epidemiology Designing insecticide resistance management protocols In vitro Plasmodium falciparum evolution studies Field-based mosquito resistance surveys in tropical regions

Nicholas L. Millerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nuclear Proliferation
• International Security
• U.S. Foreign Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicholas L. Miller is an Associate Professor in the Department of Government at Dartmouth College, affiliated with the John Sloan Dickey Center for International Understanding. His research focuses on nuclear proliferation, international security, and U.S. foreign policy, with a particular emphasis on the effectiveness of nonproliferation strategies. Miller holds a Ph.D. from MIT and a B.A. from Wesleyan University. His work bridges academic rigor and policy relevance, appearing in top journals like American Political Science Review and International Security , as well as policy outlets such as Foreign Affairs and Politico . Miller's 2018 book Stopping the Bomb earned the 2015 Helen Dwight Reid Award and Kenneth N. Waltz Prize for best dissertation in international security. His research explores how U.S. policies influence nuclear proliferation decisions, including case studies on North Korea, Israel, and Pakistan. He also investigates the interplay between nuclear energy programs and proliferation risks, challenging conventional assumptions about their relationship. Awards: Helen Dwight Reid Award (2015), Kenneth N. Waltz Prize (2015) Key Themes: Nonproliferation effectiveness, nuclear deterrence, sanctions dynamics, and geopolitical strategy Miller's recent work examines predictive models for proliferation risk assessment and the historical patterns of nuclear technology sharing among rival states. His interdisciplinary approach combines quantitative analysis with historical case studies, reflecting his commitment to informing both scholarly and policy communities.

Shirley Grahamمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• CRISPR-Cas Systems
• Antiviral Immunity
• Nuclease Enzymology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Shirley Graham is a Research Fellow at the University of St Andrews School of Biology, focusing on CRISPR-Cas bacterial immune systems. Her work examines molecular mechanisms of type III CRISPR effectors, antiviral signaling pathways, and nuclease regulation. Key research areas include: Cyclic nucleotide signaling in antiviral defense Structural enzymology of CRISPR-associated nucleases CRISPR system regulation and inactivation mechanisms Bacterial-phage coevolution Recent publications characterize novel CRISPR ancillary effectors, antiviral signaling via ATP-SAM conjugation, and structural foundations of type III CRISPR complexes. Work increasingly explores therapeutic applications for antibacterial strategies and phage resistance engineering. Methodological strengths include structural biology (cryo-EM), bioinformatic discovery of defense systems, and biochemical analysis of enzyme kinetics. Research contributes to the National Center for Smart Growth and integrates computational predictions with experimental validation of immune mechanisms.

• Cybersecurity
• International Security
• European Union-Turkey Relations
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tolga ERDEM is a Researcher at Trakya University's Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Department of International Relations. Holding a PhD in International Relations (2020) and two bachelor's degrees (2012) with full scholarships, his work bridges cybersecurity, international security, and geopolitical dynamics. Key affiliations include editorial roles in security anthologies and presentations at international conferences. PhD: Cyberspace as a Power Competition Domain Master's Thesis: Europeanization & Religious Identity in Turkey-EU Relations Research spans cybersecurity , space weaponization , AI-driven security , and energy geopolitics . Recent 2024-2025 publications analyze Balkan cybersecurity, water security, and biosecurity frameworks. His 2023 book Uluslararası İlişkilerin Yeni Güç Rekabet Sahası: Siber Uzay established him as a digital geopolitics expert. Journal trends show 2023-2024 focus on UN disarmament policies for AI weapons, space diplomacy frameworks, and EU-Turkey energy dynamics. Conference papers (2024) examine Central Asian water security and Balkan cyber threats. Teaching since 2020, courses include World Conflict Regions , EU-Turkey Relations , and Contemporary International Issues . No scientific awards listed.