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Guangzhao Maoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanotechnology
• Materials Engineering
• Nanomedicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Guangzhao Mao is the Head of the School of Engineering at the University of Edinburgh and holds the title of Chair Professor of Materials Engineering. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney, where she formerly led the School of Chemical Engineering. Her research focuses on nanotechnology and materials engineering, with key areas including electrocrystallization for advanced sensors, nanomedicine for central nervous system (CNS) drug delivery, and innovative material synthesis using liquid metal technologies. Her work bridges engineering and medicine, addressing challenges like drug delivery across the blood-brain barrier and environmental monitoring through gas sensors. Professor Mao’s academic qualifications include a B.Sc. and Ph.D., with her doctoral studies likely in chemical or materials engineering (details unspecified). Her research team has pioneered technologies such as protein-drug nanoconjugates for spinal cord injury treatment and microfluidic assays for drug screening. She has received prestigious awards, including the Fulbright Senior Scholarship and AIChE Fellowship, and has held visiting roles at the Max Planck Institute. Her leadership and innovation have positioned her at the forefront of interdisciplinary research, with contributions to both academic institutions and industry partnerships. Current projects emphasize translating nanomedicines into clinical applications and advancing sustainable catalytic systems through liquid metal-enabled synthesis.

Abeer Omarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Women's Health
• Nursing Education
• Mental Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Abeer Omar is an Assistant Professor at Trent University's Trent/Fleming School of Nursing. She holds a PhD from Case Western Reserve University (USA) and a post-doctoral fellowship from the University of Windsor (Canada). Her research focuses on women's health, activity restriction, and the integration of technology in nursing care. She has received multiple awards for teaching excellence, including the Dean’s Award (2022) and the Trent Excellence in Teaching Award (2019–2020). Dr. Omar's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master's degree from Alexandria University (Egypt), followed by doctoral studies in the United States. She is passionate about advancing nursing education and improving mental health support for students. Her current projects include evaluating academic advising tools and studying Lyme disease in pregnancy. Her research spans maternal health, rehabilitation outcomes for older adults, and healthcare utilization patterns. Notable work includes analyzing non-urgent emergency department visits and the impact of dementia on post-fracture care. Dr. Omar is actively involved in mentoring students and accepts graduate and honours thesis students.

Jun Wuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Stem Cell Biology
• Genome Editing
• Interspecies Chimeras
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jun Wu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He holds a PhD in Life Science from the University of Tennessee and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Southern California and the Salk Institute. His research focuses on stem cell biology, genome editing, and interspecies chimeras to advance regenerative medicine and developmental biology. Education: Bachelor of Medicine, Shandong University School of Medicine (China) PhD in Life Science, University of Tennessee (2013) Postdoctoral Fellowships: USC (2013-2015) and Salk Institute (2015-2017) Research Interests: Generation of pluripotent stem cells with distinct molecular/phenotypic features Development of interspecies blastocyst complementation systems Modeling peri-implantation human development using stem cell embryo models Study of species-specific developmental barriers and evolutionary biology Application of chimeras to study cancer resistance and organ size determination Lab Activities: The Wu Lab develops stem cell models to study mammalian development and create regenerative therapies. Key projects include: Creation of interspecies chimeras (human-monkey, rat-mouse) Development of blastoids and peri-gastruloids Analysis of species-specific cell competition mechanisms Engineering cross-species organogenesis systems Grant Activities: Focuses on NIH-funded projects related to stem cell biology, interspecies chimerism, and regenerative medicine applications. Collaborates with institutions like Salk Institute and University of California campuses. Lab Team: Includes postdoctoral researchers like Dr. Yi Ding and a multidisciplinary team of molecular biologists, bioengineers, and computational biologists.

• Environmental Economics
• Environmental Policy
• Urban Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Spencer Banzhaf is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at North Carolina State University (NC State), and Director of the Center for Environmental and Resource Economics Policy (CEnREP). He holds a PhD in Economics from Duke University. His research focuses on environmental policy, particularly land use, urban equity, and the interplay between environmental quality, real estate markets, and urban demographics. Key areas include environmental justice, fiscal federalism, and the historical evolution of environmental economic thought. He has contributed to journals such as the American Economic Review and Journal of Political Economy , and serves as editor of the Review of Environmental Economics and Policy . Recent work explores topics like racial segregation’s environmental impacts, the economic history of pollution pricing, and the valuation of ecosystem services. His scholarship bridges theoretical frameworks with applied policy analysis, emphasizing equity and interdisciplinary approaches. He is associated with NC State’s Economics Graduate Program and actively engages in policy debates through contributions to regulatory analyses and public discourse on environmental governance.

• Child Development
• Self-Regulation
• Diversity Science
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ying Zhang serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology within Clarkson University's Lewis School of Health & Life Sciences, where her research examines developmental trajectories of cognitive, social, and emotional functioning from early childhood through emerging adulthood. Her work emphasizes contextual influences including cultural dynamics, socioeconomic conditions, and family relationships on self-regulation development. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Psychology from Syracuse University (2021) M.Ed. in Education from Jilin University (2012) B.Eng. in Engineering from University of Jinan (2008) Grounded in Diversity Science , Dr. Zhang investigates ecological influences on child self-regulation, particularly examining how intimate partner violence exposure, parental mental health, and socioeconomic disparities create pathways for risk and resilience. Her methodological approach integrates advanced statistical modeling with longitudinal designs, latent profile analyses, and machine learning techniques to analyze large secondary datasets, generating insights applicable to real-world interventions for vulnerable populations. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research streams: (1) intricate mechanisms linking intimate partner violence to child self-regulation through parenting stress pathways, (2) socioeconomic and cultural influences on developmental outcomes using machine learning methodologies, and (3) diversity promotion in higher education contexts. Her work increasingly incorporates technology applications, including AI-based violence detection systems. Dr. Zhang actively involves undergraduate researchers in her projects, as evidenced by numerous student co-authorships, and teaches courses including Introduction to Psychology, Cultural Psychology, Diversity Science, and Prenatal/Child Development. Her office is located in Clarkson's Science Center (Box 5825) with open hours Mondays and Fridays 1-3:30pm.

Mina Najafiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Construction
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Digital Twin Applications
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mina Najafi is an academic researcher specializing in sustainable construction, digital transformation in built environments, and place attachment theory. Her work bridges engineering, urban planning, and social sciences. She actively supervises PhD students and contributes to interdisciplinary research initiatives. Research Focus: Sustainable Construction, BIM Technology, Digital Twins, Aging in Place Strategies, and Climate Resilience. Key Projects: Exploration of digital frontiers in construction, policy analysis for energy efficiency, and community-centric design for low-density regions. Her research interests span innovative construction practices, the integration of emerging technologies, and the socio-cultural dimensions of built environments. Recent work emphasizes leveraging digital tools for supply chain optimization and climate adaptation.

Ramana Vinjamuriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Brain-Machine Interfaces
• Neuroprosthetics and Exoskeletons
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ramana Vinjamuri is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). He holds a secondary appointment as Visiting Professor at the Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad, India. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh (2008), M.S. in Bioinstrumentation from Villanova University (2004), and B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Kakatiya University (2002). Dr. Vinjamuri's research focuses on Brain-Machine Interfaces (BMIs) for upper-limb prostheses control , neuroprosthetics and exoskeletons , machine learning in motor control , and neurophysiological signal processing . His work extends synergy-based models to control 37-dimensional hand movements, addresses human-robot interaction through emotionally intelligent systems, and develops neurotechnologies for substance use disorder using wearable sensors and AI. NSF CAREER Award (2019) NSF IUCRC BRAIN Center Planning Grant (2020) Harvey N Davis Distinguished Teaching Assistant Professor Award (2018) His publications demonstrate expertise in EEG and EMG signal analysis , deep learning for motor decoding , synergy modeling , and humanoid robot control . The Vinjamuri Lab at UMBC involves graduate, undergraduate, and high school researchers, with international collaborations in India and the US.

Jeffrey S. Debies-Carlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology
• Social Psychology
• Urban Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey S. Debies-Carl is a Professor in the Psychology Department and Sociology Program at the University of New Haven's College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on the interplay between physical and virtual environments and social behavior, including urban legends, conspiracy theories, and subcultural dynamics. He holds a Ph.D., M.A., and B.A. in Sociology from Ohio State University and Kent State University. Debies-Carl's work spans methodologies from quantitative analysis to ethnography, addressing topics like the transformation of legends in digital spaces, urban environments' influence on attitudes, and subcultural use of physical/virtual spaces. He has authored/co-authored books and articles in journals such as Journal of Folklore Research and Social Science Information . He has received an Honorable Mention Award for Best Article in the Journal of Urban Affairs (2015). His teaching includes courses in sociology, social psychology, and research methods, emphasizing experiential learning. He actively mentors students and contributes to media discussions on topics like conspiracy theories and public spaces.

Owen Lewisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Tropical Biodiversity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Owen Lewis is a Professor of Ecology and Tutorial Fellow at Brasenose College, University of Oxford. His research focuses on community ecology and conservation biology, particularly in tropical rainforests, emphasizing biodiversity maintenance, species interactions, and climate change impacts. He holds an MA (Oxford) and PhD (Leeds) and has led the Ecology and Conservation Section in the Department of Biology since 2007. His teaching includes ecology, entomology, and conservation biology across undergraduate years, alongside supervising fourth-year research projects. Lewis organizes annual tropical field courses in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. His research explores insect-driven ecosystems, invasive species, and human-ecosystem interactions. Notable contributions include studies on parasitoid communities under climate change, ant invasion dynamics, and seed predation in tropical forests. He leads the Community Ecology Research Group, collaborating internationally on biodiversity conservation and ecosystem functioning. His work integrates field experiments, molecular analyses, and ecological modeling to address global environmental challenges. Education: MA in Biological Sciences, St. Hugh's College, Oxford PhD in Population Ecology of Butterflies, University of Leeds Research Interests: Tropical biodiversity, insect-plant interactions, climate change effects, and conservation strategies in modified ecosystems. He prioritizes functional and community-level approaches to understand ecosystem resilience. Publications: Over 100 peer-reviewed articles, with recent focus on experimental climate impacts, food web structures, and invasive species effects. His work bridges theoretical and applied ecology, influencing conservation policies. Awards & Grants: Not explicitly listed, but his leadership roles and extensive publications suggest recognition in ecological research. Advising & Grants: Supervises undergraduate and postgraduate students, coordinates field courses, and secures grants for tropical research. Collaborates with institutions like the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and the Natural History Museum (London). Labs & Teams: Heads the Community Ecology Research Group, focusing on tropical forest biodiversity, functional ecology, and conservation biology. The group’s website highlights ongoing projects and international collaborations.

Sotira Yiacoumiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Engineering
• Colloidal and Interfacial Phenomena
• Sorption Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sotira Yiacoumi serves as a Professor in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she leads research at the intersection of colloidal science, environmental systems, and nuclear applications. Her work bridges fundamental interfacial phenomena with critical challenges in nuclear waste treatment and carbon capture, positioning her as a key contributor to sustainable environmental engineering solutions with global implications. Education Diploma of Engineering, Aristotle University, Greece (1985) M.S. in Engineering, Syracuse University (1987) Ph.D. in Engineering, Syracuse University (1992) Research Focus Professor Yiacoumi's research centers on colloidal and interfacial phenomena within environmental and energy systems, with dual emphasis on nuclear waste remediation and carbon capture technologies. She investigates sorption mechanisms of metal ions and organic compounds, particle interactions in aquatic environments, and bubble dynamics in reactive systems. Her experimental and modeling approaches reveal how sorption kinetics influence colloidal stability and flocculation behavior, providing foundational insights for developing novel environmental processes. Publication Trends Her recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strategic pivot toward climate mitigation and nuclear safety, with 60% focused on CO 2 capture (particularly direct air capture using amino acid solvents and phase-changing compounds) and 40% on nuclear applications (radioactive iodine capture and uranium recovery). This dual focus reveals an integrated approach where colloidal science principles are leveraged across energy and environmental domains, with recurring themes of solvent optimization, magnetic separation techniques, and atmospheric particle dynamics. Scientific Recognition National Science Foundation Career Award (1997) for research on sorption rates and particle flocculation kinetics Top Teacher Award at Georgia Tech (2021) recognizing excellence in engineering education Organizing Chair for the 77th American Chemical Society Colloid and Surface Science Symposium (2003) Academic Leadership Professor Yiacoumi has secured sustained research funding including her foundational NSF Career Award, directing projects that translate fundamental colloidal science into practical environmental solutions. Her teaching excellence is evidenced by the 2021 Top Teacher Award, while her leadership in organizing major scientific symposia demonstrates commitment to advancing her field. She actively mentors graduate students in experimental techniques spanning adsorption modeling, magnetic separation, and atmospheric particle analysis.

Yi Buمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Data Science
• Informatics
• Scholarly Big Data
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Yi Bu is an Assistant Professor in Data Science at the Department of Information Management, Peking University, China. Previously, he was a Research Fellow at Northwestern University's Center for Science of Science and Innovation, Kellogg School of Management, and the Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems. He holds a B.Mngt. in Information Management and Systems from Peking University, an M.S. in Data Science, and a Ph.D. in Informatics from Indiana University Bloomington. His research focuses on three core areas: (1) knowledge integration/production/diffusion via complex systems modeling (e.g., configuration models, percolation theory), (2) evidence-based science policy using causal inference methods (e.g., difference-in-differences, instrumental variables), and (3) scholarly publishing entities/behaviors through machine learning/deep learning analysis of knowledge embedding spaces. He has led projects funded by China's National Science Foundation, Ministry of Education, and industry partners. Yi serves on editorial boards for journals including Annual Review of Information Science and Technology , Scientometrics , and Journal of Data and Information Science , and is Associate Editor-in-Chief of Editing Practice . His work addresses global scientific ecosystem challenges such as interdisciplinarity, gender/race equity in science, funding allocation strategies, and scholarly attention inequality.

• Natural and Artificial Lighting
• Solar Energy (Passive and Active)
• Building Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jean-Louis Scartezzini is an Honorary Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC) and the Solar Energy and Building Physics Laboratory (LESO-PB). His research focuses on natural/artificial lighting, solar energy systems, and building technology, with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability. Director of LESO-PB since 1994 Founded and led several institutes, including the Institute for Infrastructure, Resources, and Environment (2002–2009) Doctorat in Physics from EPFL (1986) Extensive international collaborations, including visiting roles at NUS (2009) and LBNL/UCLA (1988) Research interests include: - Daylighting and lighting control systems - Passive/active solar technologies - Urban microclimate and energy systems - Stochastic simulation and predictive control Recent work addresses climate change impacts on energy systems, urban sustainability, and machine learning applications in energy optimization. Key publications span lighting health impacts, renewable integration, and microclimate modeling Awards include the European Solar Prize (2001/2002) and Walsh-Weston Bronze Medal (1998) Mentored over 20 PhD students, many leading in academia and industry (e.g., Marilyne Andersen at EPFL, Flavio Foradini at E4Tech).

• Educational Technology
• Technology-Enhanced Learning
• Learning Design
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amanda Gigliotti is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Education, University of Wollongong , with expertise in technology-enhanced learning and teacher design practice. Her research investigates how educators integrate technology into pedagogy, focusing on design decisions and professional development. Current role (2025–present): Senior Lecturer, University of Wollongong Previous appointments: Lecturer (2023–2024), Career Development Fellow (2020–2023) PhD in Education (2020), Bachelor of Primary Education (Honours) (2011) Her work emphasizes inclusive digital learning , with grants totaling $292,797.25 as lead investigator. She co-authored 6 journal articles, 2 book chapters, and 2 reports, often collaborating on topics like online curriculum design and WIL simulations. Key awards include the University of Wollongong's Vice Chancellor (Early Career) Award for teaching excellence. She chairs UOW’s Early Career Researcher Committee and founded ASSH’s Early Career Academic Network, mentoring over 100 international academics.

Amany Faragمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Patient Safety
• Medication Safety
• Nurse Fatigue
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amany Farag is a tenured Associate Professor at the University of Iowa College of Nursing and Co-Director of the VA Quality Scholars Program (Iowa City site). Her work bridges nursing science, human factors engineering, and data science to address critical patient safety challenges, with a specific focus on medication administration practices across healthcare settings. Education: Postdoctoral Scholar, Case Western Reserve University, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing PhD, Case Western Reserve University, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing MSN, University of Alexandria, Alexandria Egypt BSN, University of Alexandria, Alexandria Egypt Dr. Farag's research centers on reactive and proactive approaches to patient safety , with dual emphasis on medication error reporting systems and nurse fatigue prevention. Her work integrates human factors engineering and machine learning to develop novel interventions. Key themes include understanding how social and system factors influence nurses' error reporting behaviors, examining fatigue as a precursor to errors, and developing self-management strategies for nurse wellness. Recent projects explore intershift recovery, sleep hygiene using consumer technology, and the impact of shift work on cognitive performance. Publication trends reveal a strong focus on interdisciplinary safety science , with consistent output in nursing, human factors, and healthcare quality journals. Her work increasingly incorporates AI methodologies while maintaining clinical relevance to frontline nursing practice. Scientific Recognition: Mary Hanna Memorial Journalism Award (Journal of Peri-Anesthesia Nursing, 2016) Author of the Year (Journal of Emergency Medicine, 2018) Junior Investigator Award (Midwest Nursing Research Society, 2018) Rogers Endowed Lectureship Award (Mississippi Medical Center, 2018) Dr. Farag secures significant funding from national agencies including the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), NIOSH-funded Healthier Workforce Center of the Midwest, CDC-funded Injury Prevention Research Center, and University of Iowa Institute for Clinical and Translational Science. Her collaborative approach spans nursing, data science, ergonomics, and public health teams. As Co-Director of the VA Quality Scholars Program, she mentors future healthcare quality leaders while advancing her research on medication safety systems and nurse fatigue mitigation strategies through interdisciplinary partnerships.

• AI
• Digitalisation
• Higher education
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Jimmy Jaldemark is a Professor at the Department of Education, Mid Sweden University, Sundsvall, Sweden. He serves as Research Leader of HEEL (Higher Education and E-Learning) and Head of Subject for the Discipline of Education. His roles include membership in the Faculty Board of Humanities and representation in the university-wide Education Council. He co-founded GRADE, a national graduate school in digital education, and leads the EARLI Centre for Excellence in AI in Learning and Instruction (AILI). His research focuses on AI, digitalization, lifelong learning, and networked learning. He co-edited *Networked Professional Learning* (2019) and guest-edited special issues in the *British Journal of Educational Technology*. He is an editor for that journal and serves on editorial boards for *Educational Research Review*, *Postdigital Science and Education*, and others. He supervises doctoral students and teaches in Behavioral Science and Education programs. Current projects include HEaD (Higher Education and Digitization) and BLAD (Need-based Learning through Adapted Participation). He collaborates internationally, notably in the AILI network exploring AI's educational impacts. His work spans educational development, organizational learning, and policy frameworks for lifelong learning in the digital era.