جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Forensic Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Child Testimony
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Dr. Lindsay C. Malloy is an Associate Professor in Forensic Psychology at Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Social Science and Humanities. Previously, she held faculty positions at Florida International University (2011–2017) and completed postdoctoral training at the University of Cambridge (UK). Her research focuses on children's disclosure of traumatic experiences, memory suggestibility, investigative interviewing techniques, and legal implications of such findings. She has been supported by grants from the U.S. National Science Foundation, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, and Department of Health and Human Services. Notable awards include the Saleem Shah Award and Diane J. Willis Early Career Award. Malloy teaches courses such as The Child Witness and Children and the Law . Education: PhD (Psychology and Social Behavior, University of California, Irvine, 2008); MA (Social Ecology, UC Irvine) Research Interests: Developmental psychology and law, child maltreatment disclosure, investigative interviewing, and legal system impacts. Her work bridges psychological research and legal practice, emphasizing ethical interviewing methods and improving legal outcomes for youth. Recent grants include studies on ADHD-related memory challenges and child recantation dynamics. Malloy collaborates on projects addressing confessions, juvenile justice perceptions, and forensic methodologies. Awards: Saleem Shah Award (APA Division 41), Diane J. Willis Award (APA Division 37). Grants: Over $364,000 in funding from NSF, NIH, and HHS for projects on child memory, disclosure patterns, and forensic interviewing. Malloy's publications span journals like Developmental Psychology and Law and Human Behavior , with co-edited works on children’s testimony. Her lab focuses on applied research to inform policy and practice in forensic settings.

Steven Livingstoneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Data Science
• Affective Computing
• Human Computer Interaction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steven Livingstone is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Ontario Tech University, Faculty of Science. His research focuses on affective data science, applying machine learning and statistical modeling to understand emotion and its disorders. He leads the Affective Data Science Lab (ADSL), specializing in emotion recognition technologies using physiological data like EEG and motion capture. Livingstone holds a PhD from The University of Queensland (2008) and has published over 70 peer-reviewed papers, with over 2,400 citations. His RAVDESS dataset is widely used in speech emotion recognition research. His research interests span data science, affective computing, and music's role in emotion. Recent work emphasizes data provisioning for deep learning applications. Livingstone teaches courses including Scientific Data Analysis and Information Visualization. He actively mentors undergraduate and graduate students in his lab, focusing on research assistantships in emotion technology development. Key contributions include studies on musical tempo’s physiological effects, Parkinson’s disease facial mimicry deficits, and ensemble performance dynamics. His work has been featured in The Atlantic, NBC Today, and on the cover of Informatik Spektrum. The ADSL lab collaborates on projects combining data analytics with human-computer interaction to advance emotion-aware systems.

Simon Rowlandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electrical Insulation Materials
• Polymeric Insulation Systems
• Asset Management for Power Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Simon Rowland is a Professor of Electrical Materials at the University of Manchester's Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, affiliated with the High Voltage Group. He previously served as Head of School (2015-2019) and transitioned from industrial R&D roles at STC, BICC, and Corning Cables to academia in 2003. His expertise centers on electrical insulation materials, polymeric systems, and asset management for power systems. He leads research in the UK’s largest HV laboratory, focusing on solid insulation interfaces and funded by National Grid and EPSRC. He holds 13 patents, primarily in overhead line technology, and is a Fellow of the IEEE and IET. Education: BSc, PhD, FHEA, FIET, FIEEE. Research interests include dielectric reliability, overhead line design, and low-current arcs. Collaborations span materials science and engineering disciplines. Recent awards include the 2025 IEEE Eric O. Forster Distinguished Service Award and 2022 Bhattacharyya Award Finalist. Professional roles include Treasurer of the IEEE Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Society (2020–present).

Anastasios P. Vassilopoulosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Composite Materials
• Offshore Renewables
• Wind Turbine Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anastasios P. Vassilopoulos is an Adjunct Professor and Head of the Composite Mechanics Group (GR-MEC) at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) within the School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental Engineering (ENAC). He holds additional roles as Director of the Doctoral Program in Civil and Environmental Engineering (EDCE) and is affiliated with multiple research groups and committees at EPFL. His expertise spans composite materials, structural adhesives, and offshore renewable energy systems. Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Patras, Greece (2001) Dipl. Mechanical Engineer, University of Patras, Greece (1995) Erasmus Exchange, University of Bristol, UK (1994–1995) Research Interests: Offshore renewables, particularly wind turbine blade materials and joints Fatigue analysis of composite materials and adhesive joints Experimental and analytical methods for composite structures Design of composite constructions and structural integrity His work emphasizes practical applications in engineering, including wind energy systems and fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites. Teaching & Labs: Teaches courses on structural mechanics, advanced composites, and floating offshore renewables Leads the GR-MEC lab, focusing on composite mechanics and joint behavior Supervised over 15 PhD students at EPFL Grants & Projects: Swiss National Science Foundation-funded projects on bonded composite structures and wind turbine blade materials Research on fire-resistant composite bridge decks and lightning effects on composite structures

Asu Ozdaglarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optimization
• Machine Learning
• Game Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Asu Ozdaglar is the EECS Department Head and MathWorks Professor at MIT, serving as Deputy Dean of Academics in the MIT Schwarzman College of Computing. Her research bridges optimization theory, machine learning, and network science with societal implications, focusing on AI ethics, data-driven decision systems, and strategic interactions in networked environments. Her technical contributions include foundational work on large-scale optimization algorithms (e.g., distributed methods, first-order methods), game-theoretic models for network systems, and federated learning frameworks. Recent work addresses critical societal challenges like misinformation dynamics, data market inefficiencies, and algorithmic fairness in AI systems. Publications from 2023-2025 highlight advancements in graphon-based network game analysis, privacy-preserving data mechanisms, and multi-agent learning dynamics. She co-leads initiatives in MIT's AI+D program, emphasizing interdisciplinary education and ethical AI development. Notable institutional roles include oversight of MIT's computing education strategy and contributions to pandemic-related research on infection control through testing optimization. Her work integrates technical rigor with policy-relevant insights, influencing both academic and real-world systems.

Guanghao Qiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Statistical Genetics
• Genomics
• Single-cell RNA Sequencing Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Guanghao Qi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biostatistics at the University of Washington. His research focuses on developing statistical and machine learning methods for multi-omics approaches in genetic studies, particularly integrating single-cell RNA-seq, GWAS, and functional genomic data. Key areas include single-cell eQTL analysis, Mendelian randomization, and multi-trait genetic association analyses. Education: PhD in Biostatistics from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (2020), BS in Mathematics from Fudan University (2015). Research interests emphasize high-dimensional data analysis, allele-specific expression in single cells, and causal inference using genetic variants. Notable achievements include a 2025 NIH K01 award for developing methods to integrate single-cell eQTL and GWAS data, and the development of the TWiST method for single-cell transcriptome-wide association studies. Recent work highlights advancements in computational tools like SURGE for context-specific genetic regulation analysis, and evaluations of Mendelian randomization methods in studies of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. His work often bridges computational biology and statistical theory to address challenges in interpreting large-scale genomic datasets. Awards: NIH K01 Award (2025) Key Contributions: TWiST method (2025), SURGE framework (2024), HIPO power optimization (2018) Labs/Teams: Active collaborations in genomic epidemiology and statistical genetics, with a focus on single-cell multi-omics integration and causal inference methodologies.

Julia Cummiskeyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• History of Global Health
• Biomedicine in Africa
• Epidemics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julia Cummiskey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of the History of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on the history of global health, biomedicine in Africa, epidemics, and public health campaigns. She is particularly interested in the intersections of global health practices with local contexts in East Africa. Dr. Cummiskey’s work combines archival research, oral histories, and collaborative projects with researchers in Africa. Her current project, Selling Health , examines the evolution of health communication strategies in East Africa from the 20th to 21st centuries, exploring how health-related products and behaviors were marketed through campaigns, commercial promotions, and informal channels. This work bridges African history, business history, and the history of medicine. Her research outputs include scholarly articles on topics such as AIDS research in Uganda, tuberculosis control in Baltimore, and colonial-era experimental fields in Bwamba, Uganda. She has also contributed to public health reporting through the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report . Dr. Cummiskey teaches courses on the history of science and medicine, including Health & Healing in Africa . She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and the decolonization of global health narratives in her academic work.

Anne-Marie Nicolمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health communication
• Toxicology
• Social marketing
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anne-Marie Nicol is an Associate Professor of Professional Practice in Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University. Her multidisciplinary research spans health communication, toxicology, social marketing, risk perception, and risk assessment, with emphasis on environmental and occupational health exposures. She leads CAREX Canada, a national carcinogen surveillance program, and has developed public health campaigns including Wash with Care and Tick Talk. Her work focuses on translating scientific information about carcinogens to policymakers and cancer prevention stakeholders. She teaches Human Health Risk Assessment, Toxicology for Public Health, and Health Communication. Her research has been funded by CIHR, Michael Smith Foundation, and Canadian Cancer Society. Current projects include studies on radon exposure, infodemic communication strategies, and community resilience to wildfire smoke. She holds a BA from SFU, MES from York University, and PhD from UBC.

• Autonomous Vehicles
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Robotics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Miguel Ángel Sotelo Vázquez is a full Professor at the University of Alcalá, leading the INVETT Research Group (Intelligent Vehicles and Traffic Technologies). He holds the Department of Automatic Control and specializes in autonomous systems, particularly in path planning, sensor fusion, and human-vehicle interaction. His research integrates machine learning, robotics, and control theory to address challenges in intelligent transportation systems. He earned his Ph.D. in 2001 with a thesis on autonomous vehicle navigation in partially known environments. His work emphasizes real-world deployment, explainable AI, and safety-critical systems. Recent projects focus on lane change prediction, pedestrian behavior modeling, and cybersecurity for autonomous systems. Key contributions include neuro-symbolic frameworks for decision-making, real-time multi-physics field reconstruction, and cross-cultural studies of pedestrian interactions. He collaborates internationally on urban mobility resilience and hydrogen refueling infrastructure. Research Highlights : Development of knowledge graph-based prediction architectures Experimental validation of human-vehicle interaction in VR environments Creation of the SCOUT trajectory prediction framework

Martin Achmusمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Offshore Engineering
• Soil Mechanics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Martin Achmus is a Professor at Leibniz University Hannover, affiliated with the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science and the Institute for Geotechnical Engineering. He holds multiple leadership roles, including Designated Dean of Civil Engineering and Executive Director of the Institute of Geotechnical Engineering. His research focuses on geotechnical engineering challenges in offshore wind energy, cyclic soil-pile interactions, and foundation design for renewable energy infrastructure. Positions: Designated Dean, Executive Director (Institute of Geotechnical Engineering), Board Member (Testzentrum Tragstrukturen), Exchange Coordinator (Civil Engineering/Computer-Assisted Engineering). Key Projects: Collaborative Research Center (SFB) 'Offshore-Megastructures', DFWind, ProBucket, Ho-Pile, and SEALENCE, focusing on offshore foundations, cyclic loading, and soil-structure interactions. Research Interests: Load-bearing behavior of offshore foundations, soil-pipeline interaction, cyclic loading effects on piles, and geotechnical design methodologies. His work bridges experimental testing (e.g., model tests, particle image velocimetry) and numerical simulations to address challenges in renewable energy infrastructure and geotechnical systems. Publications: Over 150 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing cyclic soil responses, monopile foundations, suction bucket behavior, and district heating pipeline interactions. Recent work explores novel p-y curve models, capacity degradation under cyclic loading, and scaling approaches for sand behavior. Grants & Collaborations: Funded by DFG, BMWi, and EU initiatives. Collaborates with industry partners on offshore wind turbine foundations and geotechnical innovations. Labs/Teams: Leads research teams within the Institute of Geotechnical Engineering, focusing on experimental and computational geotechnics, with active participation in national and international research networks.

• Fatigue Assessment
• Structural Engineering
• Welded Metal Structures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Scott Walbridge is the Chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Waterloo, where he has been actively teaching and researching since 2006. He holds a Doctorate in Civil Engineering from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL), a Master's from the University of Alberta, and a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from the same institution. His research focuses on enhancing structural safety and durability through fatigue assessment, retrofitting of welded metal structures, modular construction, and life-cycle cost analysis. He chairs the CSA aluminum structures technical subcommittee for bridge design codes (S6) and actively contributes to code development for structural welding and aluminum design. Walbridge has been Program Director for Waterloo’s Architectural Engineering program (2018–2022) and serves on editorial boards for journals like Structural Engineering International and ASCE Journal of Bridge Engineering . Education: PhD, Civil Engineering (Steel Structures), EPFL, Switzerland (2005) MSc, Structural Engineering, University of Alberta (1998) BSc, Civil Engineering, University of Alberta (1996) Research Interests: Fatigue assessment, welded metal structures, modular construction, structural reliability, fracture mechanics, and life-cycle cost analysis. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, such as improving fatigue life prediction for aluminum bridge decks and optimizing material selection for corrosion resistance. Professional Engagement: Chair of CSA S6 Aluminum Structures Subcommittee, active member of welding code committees (W59, W59.2), and contributor to national bridge design standards. His leadership in code development ensures alignment with modern material technologies and sustainability goals. Teaching & Advising: Recently taught courses like CIVE 512 (Rehabilitation of Structures) and CIVE 704 (Bridge Design). He is currently accepting graduate students in structural engineering and bridge design.

Lili Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dementia Care
• Technology for Aging Populations
• Healthcare Technologies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lili Liu is the Dean of the Faculty of Health and a Professor at the University of Waterloo. Her research focuses on leveraging technologies to support older adults and family caregivers, particularly those living with dementia. She leads projects funded by Age-Well NCE, including apps for dementia risk management, usability scales for locating missing persons, and national data strategies. Collaborating with Ryerson University, she develops drone algorithms for locating cognitively impaired individuals. Education: PhD, MSc, and BSc in Rehabilitation Science and Occupational Therapy from McGill University. Research interests emphasize assistive technologies, caregiver support, smart home systems, and mixed-methods approaches. She explores ethical challenges in tech adoption, such as privacy concerns in alert systems and guardianship implications. Recent work includes digital storytelling interventions and frameworks for autonomy and independence in aging populations. Publications span dementia-related wandering, technology acceptance, and fall detection, with a focus on translational research. She advocates for policy changes through initiatives like Alberta’s Bill 210 (Silver Alert system). Current lab activities include the Aging and Innovation Research Program (AIRP), focusing on tech solutions for aging challenges.

• Cellular Neuroscience
• Systems Neuroscience
• Behavioral Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Laura Busse is a Professor at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), leading the Research Group in the Department of Biology II, Division Neurobiology. She holds roles as a Regular Member of MCN, Full Member of GSN, and Deputy Head of the GSN Examination Board. Her research focuses on cellular and systems neuroscience, particularly investigating how contextual information influences visual perception through neural circuits in mice. Key areas include feedback mechanisms, behavioral state effects, and thalamocortical interactions. Her work employs advanced techniques like high-density extracellular recordings and optogenetics to study active behavior in rodents. Current students include Simon Renner, Gregory Born, and others. Recent research highlights include studies on corticothalamic feedback effects, thalamic spatial integration, and the role of pupil dynamics in neural activity. She leads the Vision Circuits Lab (https://visioncircuitslab.org), exploring how sensory inputs and brain states shape visual processing. Her articles reveal trends in understanding thalamocortical communication, adaptive sensory systems, and the biological basis of neural network models. She coordinates the SPP2411 project on cortico-subcortical loops, emphasizing interdisciplinary neuroscience.

• Easy Language Research
• Plain Language Translation
• Accessible Communication
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Silvana Deilen is a Researcher at the Institute for Translation Studies & Technical Communication within the Faculty of Language and Information Sciences at the University of Hildesheim. She joined the university in 2023 after working as a Research Associate at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz from 2018-2024. Her primary research focus centers on accessible communication, particularly in the areas of Easy Language and Plain Language translation, with special emphasis on cognitive aspects of translation processes and AI-assisted translation technologies. Dr. Deilen earned her B.A. in Multilingual Communication from Cologne University of Applied Sciences (2012-2015), followed by an M.A. in Specialized Translation from the same institution (2015-2018). She completed her doctoral studies (Dr. phil.) in Translation Studies at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2018-2021) with summa cum laude distinction, supervised by Prof. Dr. Silvia Hansen-Schirra and Prof. Dr. Arne Nagels. Her research interests span multiple interconnected domains within translation and communication accessibility. A significant portion of her work examines the cognitive processing of compound words in Easy Language, utilizing eye-tracking methodologies to investigate how visual segmentation affects reading behavior and cognitive load. She has pioneered research on AI-assisted translation for health communication, particularly focusing on how large language models can support the creation of accessible health information. Her work bridges theoretical translation studies with practical applications in healthcare, government communication, and digital accessibility. Dr. Deilen's publication record reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated integration of technology and accessibility. Her recent work shows strong emphasis on evaluating AI systems like ChatGPT for translation tasks, developing editorial workflows for AI-assisted translation of health information, and investigating cognitive aspects of compound translation. The interdisciplinary nature of her research connects linguistics, cognitive science, health communication, and artificial intelligence, demonstrating how translation studies can address real-world accessibility challenges. 2014 & 2016: PROMOS Scholarships 2018-2021: Doctoral Scholarship from Gutenberg Young Researchers College 2020: Best Student Paper Award at Swiss Conference on Barrier-free Communication 2023: Award for Outstanding Dissertation from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz 2023: Multiple research grants from University of Hildesheim, Wort & Bild Verlag, and Niedersachsen Zukunftsdiskurse 2025: DAAD Postdoctoral Research Grant Dr. Deilen actively collaborates on significant research projects including the KI-GesKom project (AI-Supported Health Communication in Plain Language), which receives funding from the state of Niedersachsen. She works closely with Prof. Dr. Ekaterina Lapshinova-Koltunski, Prof. Dr. Christiane Maaß, and Sergio Hernández Garrido as part of the Research Center for Easy Language. Her work with the Apotheken Umschau demonstrates practical application of research, translating health information into accessible formats for people with communication limitations. Dr. Deilen also contributes to the academic community as a program chair and scientific committee member for international conferences including UCCTS 2025 and Translation in Transition 2024.

Ann Elisabeth Gunnulfsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Leadership
• School Governance
• Curriculum Reform
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Ann Elisabeth Gunnulfsen works at the Department of Teacher Education and School Research (ILS) , University of Oslo. She focuses on educational leadership , school governance , and curriculum reform through projects like ChangeLead and RE-FORMED . Education: PhD in school governance (2018), University of Oslo Master of Philosophy in Educational Leadership (2010), UiO Research Focus: Policy enactment in schools National testing and accountability Curriculum implementation International comparative studies (e.g., ISSPP ) Her publications (15 recent) analyze leadership responses to reforms like Fagfornyelsen , emphasizing tensions between internal accountability and external policy demands. She co-edited books on reading strategies and school leaders as legal interpreters . Collaborations: Part of the CLEG research group , she leads projects like VIST (video assessment) and contributes to DIVA (digital integration). Guest researcher at UC Berkeley (2015-2016).