جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Julia Phillippiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Perinatal Care
• Midwifery Care and Outcomes
• Access to Healthcare
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Julia Phillippi is a Professor and Chair of the Family Care Community at the Vanderbilt University School of Nursing (VUSN). She is a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) with expertise in maternal and perinatal care, midwifery education, and healthcare access. Her research focuses on optimizing birth center models, interprofessional care, and reducing disparities in perinatal care. Dr. Phillippi leads VUSN’s nurse-midwifery program and provides clinical care at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Education: MSN from Vanderbilt University and PhD from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. Research Interests: Access to perinatal care, birth center care models, midwifery outcomes, and teaching/learning environments. Her work has been funded by the National Institute of Nursing Research, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and others. Grants & Projects: Includes leadership in the Midwifery Education Access & Diversity (MEADOW) program, opioid-related maternal care studies, and interprofessional collaboration trials. She collaborates with the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists. Awards: Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (2018), Best Review Article Award (2022), and multiple teaching and peer review honors. Her work emphasizes equity, innovation in telemedicine, and reducing cesarean rates through evidence-based practices. Labs/Teams: Leads the VUSN Midwifery Practice Group and collaborates on initiatives like the Vanderbilt Integrated Center of Excellence in Maternal and Pediatric Precision Therapeutics (VICE-MPRINT).

• Cognitive Development
• Gesture in Learning
• Concept Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Naomi Sweller is a leading academic at Macquarie University's School of Psychological Sciences, specializing in cognitive development and gesture-based communication. She serves as Chair of the low-risk Human Sciences Research Ethics Committee and Co-Director of Research Training in her school. Research Interests: Cognitive development across infancy to adolescence Gesture use in learning and communication Concept learning mechanisms Impact of digital communication on empathy Developmental effects of screen time and technology use Teaching: She teaches research methods and statistics in the Honours program (PSYH4418 Design and Statistics IV). Scientific Awards: Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor's Learning and Teaching Student-nominated Award (2020) Her research collaborations span diverse areas including autism spectrum disorders, classroom dynamics, and behavioral impacts of media consumption.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Learning Analytics
• Learning Technologies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michail Giannakos is a Professor of Interaction Design and Learning Technologies at the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He serves as Head of the Learner-Computer Interaction Lab and has held visiting positions including EAISI Visiting Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (2023-2024) and Honorary Professor at UCL Knowledge Lab (2022-2023). Previously, he was Associate Professor (2017-2020) and Senior Lecturer (2014-2017) at NTNU, and Assistant Professor at Old Dominion University (2013-2014). Dr. Giannakos's research focuses on the design and study of emerging technologies in online and hybrid education settings, with particular emphasis on student and instructor experiences. His work spans Human-Computer Interaction , Learning Analytics , Learning Technologies , and User Experience Research . He has co-authored over 150 peer-reviewed publications in leading journals including Computers & Education, Computers in Human Behavior, IEEE TLT, and ACM TOCE. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward multimodal learning analytics, embodied interaction in educational contexts, and the application of generative AI in education. The research increasingly integrates physiological and cognitive measurements with traditional learning data to create more comprehensive educational insights. There's also a noticeable focus on STEM education, particularly in mathematics learning through embodied and multimodal approaches. EAISI Visiting Professor, Eindhoven University of Technology (2023) Honorary Professor, UCL Knowledge Lab, University College London (2022) IDC Best Paper Award (2022) ITiCSE Top 5 papers in 25 Years Award (2020) RCN Young Research Talent grant (2016) ERCIM "Alain Bensoussan" Fellow (2013) Outstanding Academic Award, NTNU (2017-2020) Dr. Giannakos actively supervises multiple PhD students and postdocs, including Giulia Cosentino and Andrew Pulsipher as main supervisees. He has successfully mentored numerous PhD candidates to completion, many of whom have gone on to academic positions. His research is supported by substantial grants from diverse sources including the European Commission (Horizon Europe, Horizon 2020), Research Council of Norway, US-NSF, Microsoft Research, and DAAD. Current major projects include STEAM Learning Ecologies (Horizon Europe, 2022-2025) and SURROUNDEDbySCIENCE (Horizon 2020, 2021-2025). As Head of the Learner-Computer Interaction Lab, Dr. Giannakos leads a multidisciplinary team exploring how emerging technologies can enhance learning experiences. The lab focuses on multimodal data collection, embodied interaction design, and the development of intelligent learning environments that adapt to user needs. Current work emphasizes the integration of generative AI with multimodal analytics to create more responsive educational systems.

Diana Galvan Sosaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Natural Language Processing
• Knowledge Acquisition
• Applications of NLP in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Diana Galvan Sosa is a Researcher at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the ALTA Institute (Automated Language Teaching and Assessment) and the NLIP group. She holds a doctoral degree in Information Science from Tohoku University (Japan). Her research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP), particularly knowledge acquisition and applications of NLP in education, including feedback generation systems for second language (L2) learners. She also contributes to clinical text analysis and hate speech detection research. Education: PhD in Information Science from Tohoku University, Japan. Research Interests: Grammatical Error Correction Educational Technology Clinical NLP Explainability in AI Temporal Relation Extraction Multimodal Reasoning Recent Work Trends: Her most recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize advanced NLP applications like GPT-4 analysis for error correction, hate speech detection leveraging platform guidelines, and evaluation frameworks for AI explanations. Earlier work includes foundational studies on clinical text analysis and addiction treatment populations. Labs/Groups: Active member of the ALTA Institute and NLIP group at Cambridge. Also contributes to open-source projects like the GECToR framework for grammatical error correction, reflected in her GitHub repositories.

Santosh Kumarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mobile Health (mHealth)
• Artificial Intelligence for Wearables
• Wireless Sensor Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Santosh Kumar is a Professor and Lillian & Morrie Moss Chair of Excellence in Computer Science at the University of Memphis. He leads the NIH mDOT Center and MD2K Center of Excellence, focusing on mobile health (mHealth) and wearable AI. His research develops computational models to infer health behaviors from sensor data, with applications in stress, smoking cessation, oral hygiene, and cocaine use detection. Education: PhD in Computer Science from The Ohio State University (2006). Notable awards include Popular Science's 'Brilliant Ten' (2010), Early Career Research Award (2008), and Tennessee’s first state-endowed Chair of Excellence (2015). Research spans sensor-based biomarkers, privacy risks in mHealth, and interventions. He oversees $18M in NIH/NSF grants, involving 20+ institutions. Key projects include AutoSense and mCerebrum sensor platforms, and the mDOT Center for temporally-precise interventions. Collaborates with experts in computing, medicine, and behavioral science. Advises over 20 students, many now in tech leadership roles at Amazon, Apple, and Samsung. Labs: mHealth Systems Lab, NIH mDOT Center. Leadership roles include Director of MD2K and advisor to NSF Engineering Research Centers.

Caroline Runyanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Systems Neuroscience
• Sensory Processing
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Caroline Runyan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on understanding the circuit mechanisms controlling information flow between brain regions, particularly how networks filter irrelevant sensory information and integrate inputs with internal brain states. She employs advanced techniques such as two-photon imaging, optogenetics, and genetic labeling in mice performing perceptual tasks. Key areas include state-dependent processing across cortical hierarchies, inhibitory subcircuit control, and neuromodulatory influences on sensory processing. Her work aims to elucidate disruptions in network communication relevant to disorders like schizophrenia and addiction. Education: Ph.D. in Neuroscience from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2012). Research Interests: Neuronal circuit dynamics in sensory and association cortices Role of inhibitory interneurons in information processing Neuromodulatory modulation of cortical activity Context-dependent neural signaling Lab Activities: The Runyan Lab is located in Langley Hall and actively investigates experimental approaches to map and manipulate neural circuits. Current projects explore excitatory-inhibitory population dynamics, sensory gating mechanisms, and state-dependent signal transmission. Lab Members: Includes PhD students (Constanza Bassi, Akhil Bandi), postbac researchers (Jordyn Miller, John McCann), and alumni contributors (Christian Potter, Christine Khoury).

• Substance-Related Disorders
• Public Health
• Health Services
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rosemarie A Martin is a Professor at UMass Chan Medical School within the Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences. Her research focuses on substance-related disorders , public health , and health services with specific emphasis on correctional healthcare, opioid use disorder treatment, and smoking cessation in vulnerable populations. Current affiliations: UMass Chan Medical School, Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences Core research areas: Opioid Treatment, Prison Health, Implementation Science, Smoking Cessation Her recent publications explore implementation challenges of medications for opioid use disorder in criminal justice settings, health outcomes associated with Medicaid expansion for formerly incarcerated individuals, and behavioral patterns around smoking relapse in prisons. She collaborates extensively with correctional institutions and public health researchers to improve healthcare delivery in carceral environments. Publications Analysis : The 15 most recent articles reveal a strong focus on Medication-assisted treatment for opioids in correctional systems Implementation science in public health Smoking cessation dynamics Health policy evaluation Behavioral interventions Community supervision strategies

Wei-Yin Lohمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Classification and Regression Trees
• Data Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Wei-Yin Loh is a Professor in the Department of Statistics at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, affiliated with the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences. His primary research focuses on classification and regression trees, with applications in machine learning, healthcare, and engineering. He has contributed extensively to the development of algorithms and methodologies in tree-based modeling, including the GUIDE software package. Dr. Loh's work spans theoretical advancements and practical implementations, addressing challenges such as missing data imputation, subgroup identification in precision medicine, and variable importance assessment. His research integrates statistical rigor with real-world problems in public health, federal agency performance analysis, and environmental modeling. Key contributions include studies on tobacco use prediction, cardiovascular health modeling, and pandemic-related mortality analysis. He has also explored applications in engineering, such as pavement thickness analysis and project delivery system evaluation. His publications emphasize interpretable models with strong predictive power, balancing complexity and practical utility. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the provided text, though his prolific publication record underscores his academic impact. Advising activities and student mentorship are not detailed here, but his research collaborations likely involve training the next generation of statisticians and data scientists.

Ilana Wittenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Systems Neuroscience
• Reward Learning
• Decision Making
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ilana Witten is Professor at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute, Princeton University. Her research investigates the neural mechanisms underlying reward learning, decision-making, and behavioral control using integrative approaches including optogenetics, rodent behavior, electrophysiology, and computational modeling. Research focuses on: Neural circuit mechanisms of reward seeking behaviors Striatal contributions to learning and decision-making Neurobiology of individual differences in behavior Integration of sensory information with reward outcomes Neural plasticity during learning processes Publications center on dopaminergic systems, striatal function, and neural circuit dynamics. Recent trends include work on prediction errors, neural representations of prior information, and circuit mechanisms of behavioral control. Lab: Leads the Witten Lab at Princeton Neuroscience Institute investigating neural circuits of reward and decision.

Igor Spigelmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Alcohol Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Igor Spigelman is a Professor in the Dentistry Department at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), with a robust research program spanning neuroscience, alcohol effects on the brain, pain mechanisms, and cannabinoid pharmacology. His work bridges dental and medical neuroscience, focusing on the neural mechanisms underlying pain, addiction, and stress responses. Spigelman's research interests primarily center on neurophysiological mechanisms of pain and addiction. His laboratory investigates GABAergic neurotransmission, trigeminal system function, and the molecular basis of alcohol dependence. He has made significant contributions to understanding how chronic alcohol exposure alters neuronal function in brain regions involved in stress response and reward processing. His work on peripheral cannabinoid receptors has implications for developing novel pain therapeutics without central side effects. Recent research has expanded into AI applications for neurodegenerative disease biomarker discovery, particularly for ALS. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent research themes across three decades: the neurobiology of alcohol dependence, trigeminal pain pathways, and GABA receptor plasticity. His most cited work focuses on ethanol-induced changes in GABA receptor function and the role of peripheral cannabinoid receptors in pain management. The research demonstrates strong translational potential, with several publications exploring therapeutic approaches for alcohol use disorders and chronic pain conditions. Spigelman's laboratory has maintained active collaborations across multiple institutions, with frequent co-authorship with researchers from UCLA's neuroscience, psychology, and medical departments. His work shows consistent funding support as evidenced by the sustained publication record and involvement in NIH T32 training grants mentioned in the departmental information.

• Cultural Psychology
• Mental Health
• Youth Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lillian Polanco-Roman is an Assistant Professor of Psychology (Clinical) at The New School for Social Research, a unit of The New School. She holds a PhD from The Graduate Center, CUNY (2018) and has completed postdoctoral training at Columbia University and clinical work at Montefiore Medical Center, NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, and CUNY institutions. Her research focuses on cultural psychology, mental health disparities, and youth development among racial/ethnic minority and immigrant populations, particularly examining the impacts of racial discrimination as race-based trauma on suicidal behaviors and well-being. She leads a lab investigating sociocultural stressors and their mental health consequences, emphasizing culturally responsive interventions. Dr. Polanco-Roman’s work spans peer-reviewed articles in journals like JAMA Psychiatry and Psychological Trauma , with a focus on racial trauma, acculturation stress, and suicide prevention strategies. Her recent studies address online discrimination, state-level structural racism effects, and intersectional factors in mental health outcomes. Current courses include independent study and senior work projects in psychology. Her research highlights the need for systemic and clinical approaches to mitigate racism’s mental health impacts, with a focus on minoritized youth populations. Grants and collaborations emphasize culturally grounded solutions to address disparities in mental healthcare access and outcomes.

• Nicotine Dependence
• Smoking Cessation Treatments
• Gender and Smoking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrea Weinberger is Professor of Psychology at Yeshiva University's Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. Her research specializes in nicotine addiction, focusing on vulnerable populations including adults with co-occurring psychiatric disorders and women. She investigates behavioral treatment development and variables influencing smoking behaviors like expectancies, cue reactivity, and stress. With over 65 peer-reviewed publications on smoking-related topics, she teaches clinical interviewing, motivational interviewing, health behavior change, and addiction topics. She maintains office space in the Rousso Building at Yeshiva University's Resnick campus.

Herbert Helm Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Substance Abuse
• Clinical Psychology
• Religion and Mental Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Herbert Helm Jr. is a Professor of Psychology at Andrews University, affiliated with the School of Social & Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Psychology. He joined the faculty in 1992 with expertise in counseling and assessment. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi (1985) and multiple degrees from Andrews University, including an M.A.T. in Physical Education, an M.A. in Educational & Developmental Psychology, and B.A./B.S. degrees in Religion and Physical Education. Dr. Helm’s research focuses on substance abuse, clinical psychology, and the intersection of religion and mental health. His work explores topics such as alcohol/drug use trends in religious institutions, the impact of conservative religious beliefs on behavior, and forgiveness in trauma contexts. He has also contributed to studies on international public health, adolescent HIV risk behaviors, and mate selection dynamics. His publications span journals like the Journal of Psychology and Christianity and Psychological Reports , with over 30 years of presentations at conferences including the American Psychological Association and American Public Health Association. He has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects and mentored students in research, including poster presentations at national meetings. Professional activities include consultations on topics such as guilt/shame in Japan and food intake among African American girls. His academic contributions reflect a commitment to integrating empirical research with practical applications in mental health and social issues.

• Tobacco Regulatory Science
• Nicotine and Tobacco Use
• E-cigarettes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tracy Smith is an Associate Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) , affiliated with the College of Medicine and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences . She co-leads the Cancer Prevention and Control Program at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center and leads the Team IMPACT lab, focusing on tobacco regulatory science to inform FDA policies. Her research spans nicotine reduction strategies, e-cigarettes as harm-reduction tools, and behavioral economics approaches to tobacco control. Education : B.S., College of Charleston Dr. Smith's work examines regulations to reduce combustible tobacco harms, including menthol bans and nicotine level adjustments. She has conducted large-scale clinical trials like ESCAPE (e-cigarette flavoring impact) and MINT (menthol regulation effects). Her research also explores dual-use dynamics and remote clinical trial methodologies. Recent publications analyze e-cigarette flavoring, nicotine pouch usage, and biomarker responses in low-nicotine cigarette trials. She mentors trainees from high school to postdoctoral levels and has secured funding from National Cancer Institute , NIDA , and NIH . Notable awards include the 2020 Jarvik-Russell Early Career Award for nicotine research contributions. Scientific Awards : Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco Jarvik-Russell Early Career Award (2020) Dr. Smith's lab, Team IMPACT , collaborates with Dr. Matthew Carpenter on studies like ADAPT (adaptive cessation treatments) and Switch or Quit (e-cigarette vs. medication efficacy). She has mentored alumni now in academia, including Dr. Margaret Fahey (Middle Tennessee State University) and Dr. Bryan Heckman (Meharry Medical College).

Ann Marie Leonard-Zabelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuropsychology
• Learning Disabilities
• Social-Emotional Disorders
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ann Marie Leonard-Zabel is a Professor of Psychology at Curry College. She holds advanced degrees including an Ed.D. from Nova Southeastern University and certifications in neuropsychology, forensic psychology, and disability analysis. With 39 years of professional experience, she specializes in evaluations for neuro-behavioral disorders, forensic assessments, and addiction recovery. She maintains an international private practice and supervises post-graduate training programs. Education: Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University C.A.G.S., University of Massachusetts/Boston M.Ed., Bridgewater State University B.A., University of Massachusetts/Boston Her research focuses on neuropsychological impacts of trauma, learning disabilities, forensic psychology, and NAS. She has presented globally at conferences like the USA Federal Interagency Conference on Traumatic Brain Injury and Neuroscience Brain Congress in Barcelona. Awards include Emeritus Status from the American Board of Disability Analysts and Curry College's Excellence in Teaching-Research Award. Dr. Leonard-Zabel has authored journal articles, textbook chapters, and co-edits academic journals. She is developing a non-profit to support NAS-affected families. Her professional activities include editorial roles for Insights on Learning Disabilities and international training initiatives in 6 countries.