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Mahroo Eftekhariمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Energy Management Systems
• HVAC Systems Optimization
• Thermal Comfort Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Mahroo Eftekhari is a Professor in Building Services Engineering at Loughborough University, leading the Low Energy Building Services Engineering MSc programme. Her research focuses on energy-efficient building systems, thermal comfort, HVAC optimization, and renewable integration. She has pioneered control systems for airports and buildings, including MPC-based strategies to reduce energy use while enhancing occupant well-being. Notable contributions include the development of BISPA (Building & Industrial Services Pipework Academy), a national center for BIM and pipework training. Education: Holds qualifications including CEng (Chartered Engineer), DPhil (Doctor of Philosophy), FCIBSE (Fellow of Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers), and SFHEA (Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy). Her academic career is marked by collaborations with Tata Steel, Mitsubishi R&D, and Vexo, yielding applied research in sustainable building technologies. Research Interests: Indoor Air Quality, Thermal Comfort Modeling, Zero Energy Buildings, Digital Twins, and Advanced Control Systems. She has developed innovative solutions like AI-driven thermal management for Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) and interfaces to synchronize airport operations with energy systems. Awards & Grants: Secured funding from diverse bodies for projects such as adaptive thermal comfort models, BISPA infrastructure, and energy-efficient HVAC strategies. Her work emphasizes practical applications, including reducing CO₂ emissions via airport terminal optimization and improving renewable energy use in buildings. Lab & Teams: Leads the Building Energy Research Group, managing projects in closed-loop heating systems, IEQ monitoring, and hydronic system efficiency. The Civil Engineering labs house interactive BIM rigs launched with institutional and industry support.

Michael Bagbyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psychopathology
• Personality Disorders
• Psychological Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. R. Michael Bagby is a Full Professor in the Departments of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Toronto Scarborough, and a Full Member of the Institute of Medical Sciences. He holds appointments in the Graduate Departments of Psychology, Psychological Clinical Science, and the Institute of Medical Sciences. His research focuses on psychopathology diagnosis, psychological assessment validity, personality’s role in depression treatment, and detection of non-credible responses in self-reports. He directs the Clinical Laboratory for Personality, Psychopathology, and Psychodiagnostics and collaborates with CAMH’s Clinical Research Department. Dr. Bagby is an editorial board member of several journals, including Psychological Assessment , and has received prestigious awards for his contributions to psychological assessment. He teaches courses in psychopathology, personality disorders, and forensic psychology at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His clinical practice specializes in forensic assessments and major depression treatment using eclectic approaches. Research Interests: Phenotypic structure and classification of psychopathology, particularly personality disorders Psychometric validation of assessment tools Personality as a mediator/moderator in depression treatment Strategies for detecting non-credible self-report responses Key Awards: APA’s Distinguished Assessment Psychologist Award SPA’s Bruno Klopfer Award for Lifetime Contributions Teaching and Clinical Work: Teaches courses in psychological assessment, psychodiagnosis, and forensic psychology. Maintains a small private practice in civil/criminal forensic evaluations. His treatment approach combines cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic methods for depression. Labs and Affiliations: Director of the Clinical Laboratory for Personality, Psychopathology, and Psychodiagnostics at UofT. Collaborative Scientist at CAMH’s Clinical Research Department and Research Imaging Centre.

Efthymios Pavlidisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Macroeconomics
• International Finance
• Time Series Econometrics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Efthymios Pavlidis is a faculty member in the Department of Economics at Lancaster University Management School (LUMS). He holds the rank of Professor and specializes in macroeconomics, international finance, and time series econometrics. His research focuses on housing market dynamics through collaborations like the International Housing Observatory (with the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas) and the UK Housing Observatory. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence in teaching and research. His research interests include speculative bubble detection, real estate price forecasting, and testing parity conditions in financial markets. Pavlidis actively supervises PhD students in applied time series econometrics, emphasizing practical applications in financial markets and housing economics. He is involved in numerous academic activities, including organizing conferences and workshops such as the Dynare Conference and the Lancaster Economics Seminar. Key contributions include developing econometric methods for detecting market exuberance and analyzing real exchange rates. His work bridges theoretical econometrics with practical policy implications, particularly in housing and energy markets. Pavlidis collaborates internationally, evidenced by his participation in global academic networks and institutions like the European Economic Association and the Royal Economic Society. His teaching includes the course ECON222 Intermediate Macroeconomics I, and he maintains an office in the Management School (B015), with weekly office hours on Tuesdays. A comprehensive overview of his research and projects is available at his personal webpage: https://sites.google.com/view/etpavlidis/ .

Coen Teulingsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labor Economics
• Macroeconomics
• Urban Economics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Coen Teulings is a Professor of Economics at Utrecht University's Department of Economics, part of the Law, Economics, Governance and Organisation faculty. He holds concurrent roles as a Fellow at CEPR, IZA, and CES-Ifo. Previously, he served as Professor of Economics at the University of Cambridge (2013–2017) and part-time Professor at the University of Amsterdam (2004–2017). His professional history includes seven years as President of the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB), CEO of SEO Economic Research (2004–2006), and Director of the Tinbergen Institute (1998–2004). Teulings earned a Master's degree in Economics (cum laude, 1985) and a PhD (1990) from the University of Amsterdam. He has advised governmental and international bodies, including the Dutch House of Commons Economic Advisors and the UK's Office for Budget Responsibility. His research focuses on labor economics, macroeconomics, urban economics, and policy analysis, with notable work on minimum wages, income inequality, and secular stagnation. He co-edited the 2014 E-book on Secular Stagnation with Richard Baldwin. Teulings' recent publications address topics like agglomeration effects, urban retail dynamics, and wealth distribution. He contributes to policy debates through roles on the AFM Capital Markets Committee and supervisory boards of institutions like the Boekmanstichting. His ancillary activities include a biweekly column in the Financial Daily (FD) and academic governance roles in the Netherlands and Europe.

Claire Acevedoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomechanics
• Fracture Mechanics
• Skeletal Tissues
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Claire Acevedo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of California San Diego (UCSD), affiliated with the Jacobs School of Engineering. Her lab, the Fracture and Fatigue of Skeletal Tissues Laboratory (F² Lab), focuses on understanding mechanisms of deformation, fracture, and biological responses in skeletal tissues and biomaterials across molecular to macro scales. She holds a Ph.D. from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) and completed postdoctoral research at UC San Francisco and UC Berkeley/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Dr. Acevedo’s research is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Advanced Light Source. Her work bridges biomechanics, materials science, and high-energy X-ray physics to address bone fragility in aging and diabetes. Key projects include investigating collagen cross-linking effects on bone mechanics and developing novel imaging techniques like deep learning-enhanced synchrotron micro-CT. Education: Ph.D., Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL) Postdoctoral Research: UC San Francisco & UC Berkeley/Lawrence Berkeley National Lab Previous Faculty Position: University of Utah (Mechanical Engineering) Recent contributions include the NSF CAREER Award for studying fracture mechanisms in fragile bones and an NIH R21 grant to explore collagen-level diabetes impacts. Her lab collaborates with the University of Utah Tanner Dance Program to develop K-12 educational initiatives linking dance with biomechanics. Publications span topics like synchrotron imaging innovations, diabetes-induced bone fragility, and collagen nanomechanics. Students in her lab have contributed to advancements in fatigue testing, cross-link analysis, and imaging algorithms. Awards: NSF CAREER Award (2024) NIH R21 Grant (2023) Alice L. Jee Award (2022) Nikon Small World Image of Distinction (2024) The F² Lab hosts a dynamic team with ongoing projects on glycemic effects, synchrotron techniques, and biomaterial design. Future work emphasizes translating findings into clinical fracture prevention strategies and educational outreach.

• Sensors
• Nanotechnology
• Liquid Metals
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Kourosh Kalantar Zadeh is the Head of School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Sydney. He also holds adjunct professorships at UNSW and RMIT. His research focuses on sensors, nanotechnology, liquid metals, and medical devices. He has over 500 publications and is a member of prestigious editorial boards. **Awards**: Includes AAAS Fellowship (2021), Robert Boyle Prize (2020), Walter Burfitt Prize (2019), and multiple Clarivate Highly Cited recognitions. His work has been featured in over 350 media outlets, including BBC, Time Magazine, and Nature. **Research**: Innovations include ingestible gas-sensing capsules, smart paints, and liquid metal-based catalysis. Supervises 10 PhD students in areas like functional materials and medical devices. **Grants**: Leads ARC Laureate Fellowship projects on liquid metals and NHMRC grants for gut metabolite sensing. Part of the ARC Centre of Excellence in Future Low-Energy Electronics. **Engagement**: Media engagements highlight breakthroughs in sensors, liquid metals, and environmental technologies. Collaborates across disciplines to translate research into practical applications.

Li Songمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Energy System Optimization
• HVAC System Fault Detection
• Energy Efficiency Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Li Song is a Professor and holds the Lesch Centennial Chair & Lloyd G. and Joyce Austin Presidential Professor at the University of Oklahoma's Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering Department. He leads the Building Energy Efficiency Lab and serves as AME Associate Director for Research. His expertise spans building energy systems, HVAC optimization, and fault detection technologies. Education: Ph.D. (Thermal/Fluid Science, 2004) from University of Nebraska-Lincoln; M.S. (Thermal/Fluid Science, 1996) from Harbin Institute of Technology; B.S. (Thermal Energy Systems, 1993) from Shengyang University of Civil Engineering and Architecture. Research focuses on energy-efficient HVAC systems, fault detection algorithms, and building performance analytics. Notable contributions include the ULEM-FDD system for high-performance buildings and virtual sensor technologies for airflow/water flow measurement. Awards include the ConocoPhillips Energy Prize (2011 finalist) and Bes-Tech Innovation Award (2006). Publications emphasize HVAC control strategies, energy modeling, and IoT-enabled diagnostics. Courses taught include Thermodynamics, Energy Efficient Building Systems Design, and HVAC Systems Engineering.

Stuart Allanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroinflammation
• Stroke Pathology
• Cytokine Signaling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stuart Allan is Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Manchester's Faculty of Life Sciences, Division of Neuroscience. His research focuses on neuroinflammation mechanisms in stroke and neurodegenerative diseases, with particular expertise in cytokine signaling (especially IL-1) and neuronal injury pathways. He leads projects targeting interleukin-1 for acute brain injury treatment and investigates stroke-immune mediated pathways in cognitive trajectory. Research Interests: Neuroinflammatory responses, cytokine-mediated neuronal injury, stroke pathophysiology, Alzheimer's disease mechanisms, and neurovascular coupling. His work bridges experimental paradigms (in vitro and in vivo) with clinical applications. Education: PhD Biomedical Sciences (University of Aberdeen, 1990-1993) BSc Pharmacology (University of Dundee, 1986-1990) Professional Appointments: Professor of Neuroscience (2012-present) Senior Lecturer (2008-2012) Lecturer (2002-2008) Postdoctoral Research Associate (1993-2002) Research Beacons & Institutes: Dementia@Manchester, Manchester Regenerative Medicine Network, Lydia Becker Institute, Christabel Pankhurst Institute, Manchester Institute for Collaborative Research on Ageing. Scientific Output: 179 research outputs including articles on cerebrovascular health, neurovascular coupling, and cytokine mechanisms in stroke models. Research demonstrates consistent focus on translational neuroscience and neuroinflammatory pathways.

Clara Chengمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Cognition
• Stereotyping and Prejudice
• Implicit Bias
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Clara Cheng serves as the Interim Associate Dean of Faculty Professional Development, Director of the Undergraduate Psychology Program, and Professor of Psychology at Carlow University. Her roles include overseeing faculty development, directing the Psychology program, and teaching statistics and social psychology in flipped and online formats. She advises the Carlow chapter of Psi Chi, which she co-founded in 2013, and is a certified therapy team member with her mini labradoodle, Mochi. Dr. Cheng holds an Hon BSc in Psychology (2000) from the University of Toronto and MA (2002) and PhD (2006) in Social Psychology from The Ohio State University. She also earned certificates in American Sign Language and Online Teaching with a focus on accessibility. Her research focuses on social cognition, stereotyping, implicit bias, and culturally informed teaching methods. She contributed to the APA’s college teaching guide and frequently addresses racism and implicit bias in campus workshops. Her awards include the Sisters of Mercy Award for Advising (2020), Center for Digital Learning Fellowship (2017), and multiple teaching honors from Ohio State. Dr. Cheng’s scholarship spans over two decades, with notable contributions to implicit bias measurement, Buddhist coping mechanisms, and cross-cultural identity formation. She actively serves as Vice President for Resources for the Society for the Teaching of Psychology, promoting pedagogical innovation and inclusivity. Her advising and grants include fostering student honor societies and accessibility initiatives. Her 'therapy team' with Mochi underscores her commitment to mental health. Collaborative work with international researchers highlights her global impact in social and cultural psychology.

Henrik Zöllerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Business Psychology
• Market and Consumer Psychology
• Marketing Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Henrik Zöller is a Professor of Business Psychology at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences. His work bridges academic research and industry applications, focusing on market/consumer psychology and traffic-related perceptual studies. He holds a PhD in Psychology (1997) from the University of Münster and has extensive industry experience in market research (2000–2012). Education: 1987–1993: Diploma in Psychology, WWU Münster 1993–1999: Researcher at WWU Münster's Institute for General & Applied Psychology 1997: PhD in Philosophy (Psychology) Research focuses on: Market/consumer behavior analysis Perceptual thresholds in traffic scenarios Ergonomics of human-computer interfaces Application of psychological principles in medical device testing His publications span traffic psychology, perceptual studies, and applied market research. Current research continues exploring decision-making processes in commercial and safety contexts.

Misa Faezipourمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• System Dynamics Modeling
• Healthcare Systems Engineering
• Complex Systems Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Misa Faezipour is an Associate Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) and director of the Systems Engineering Lab (SEL). She holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management from the University of Texas at Arlington and a B.Sc. in Software Engineering from Islamic Azad University North Tehran Branch. Her research focuses on system dynamics modeling, healthcare systems engineering, complex systems, and sustainability optimization. Dr. Faezipour has advised numerous graduate students in M.S. and Ph.D. programs, focusing on topics such as healthcare disparities, AI robustness, and policy impact analysis. She teaches courses including Engineering Economy, Operations Management, and Engineering Management Systems. Her work spans collaborations with institutions like NASA, the Systems Engineering Research Center, and healthcare organizations. Her recent publications emphasize AI-driven healthcare solutions, system dynamics applications in policy analysis, and optimizing healthcare delivery through data-driven models. She actively contributes to professional organizations such as INCOSE, IEEE, and the System Dynamics Society. Dr. Faezipour’s lab, SEL, develops innovative tools for healthcare informatics, including diagnostic recommenders and policy simulation frameworks. Her research bridges systems engineering with healthcare challenges, addressing issues like racial health inequities and pandemic response strategies.

• Structural Engineering
• Earthquake Engineering
• Bridge Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew S. Whittaker is a SUNY Distinguished Professor in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York . He serves as Director of the Institute of Bridge Engineering and Interim Director of the Stephen Still Institute for Sustainable Transportation and Logistics , both within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences . A registered Civil and Structural Engineer in California, Whittaker specializes in structural and earthquake engineering, bridge engineering, blast and impact engineering, performance-based engineering, and nuclear structures. Research Interests: His work focuses on seismic isolation systems for nuclear reactors, fluid-structure interaction in advanced reactor vessels, gamma radiation effects on materials, and the dynamic behavior of graphite blocks in high-temperature gas reactors (HTGRs). He also explores the commodification of microreactors and soil-structure interaction for seismically isolated facilities. Scientific Awards: Distinguished Member, American Society of Civil Engineers (2025) Untermyer & Cisler Reactor Technology Medal (2023) Nathan M. Newmark Medal (2023) Fellow of multiple societies (ASCE, SEI, ACI) Awards and grants highlight his leadership in nuclear safety, seismic engineering, and reactor design.

Weichao Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cybersecurity
• Wireless Networks Security
• Cloud Computing Security
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Weichao Wang is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Software and Information Systems at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte). He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Purdue University (2005), with earlier degrees from Tsinghua University. His research focuses on securing pervasive systems, wireless networks, cloud computing, and critical infrastructures, integrating multi-disciplinary approaches like information theory and visualization. He leads efforts in cybersecurity education for K-12 and higher education. Key roles include organizing IEEE conferences (e.g., IPCCC) and editorial roles in journals like ITU Intelligent and Converged Networks. His awards include the 2024 AECT Crystal Award and multiple Distinguished TPC recognitions. Students under his advisement have contributed to areas like mobile cloud computing and network security. Professional contributions include service on over 50 conference committees and journal reviewing. Current research emphasizes cybersecurity in education, IoT defense, and AI-driven security systems. His lab explores immersive visualization for cybersecurity training and augmented reality applications.

Jonathan Weinsteinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microeconomic Theory
• Game Theory
• Economic Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Weinstein is a Professor of Economics and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Economics at Washington University in St. Louis. He holds a PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on microeconomic theory and game theory, with particular emphasis on strategic behavior, incomplete information, and Bayesian inference. Notable recent contributions include works on 'Direct Complementarity' and 'Reputation without Commitment.' He serves on committees such as the Master Program Management Committee and the PhD Committee. His research explores topics like rationalizability in infinite games, the impact of risk attitudes on strategic interactions, and the integration of Bayesian methods with classical hypothesis testing. His work bridges theoretical rigor and practical applications in economic decision-making under uncertainty. Education: PhD in Economics from MIT Committees: Master Program Management Committee, PhD Committee Recent Papers: 'On a Mistranslation of a Mistake about Minimax' (2022), 'The Effect of Changes in Risk Attitude on Strategic Behavior' (2016) Contact: j.weinstein@wustl.edu | Office: Seigle Hall 382

Shahriar Afkhamiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• Welding Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shahriar Afkhami is a Researcher in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at LUT School of Energy Systems, LUT University. His research focuses on advanced materials science, additive manufacturing processes, and mechanical properties of high-strength steels and dissimilar joints. He specializes in fatigue analysis, welding technologies, and the optimization of structural components for industrial applications. His work integrates experimental methods with computational modeling to address challenges in material behavior under extreme conditions. Key research areas include: Welding of ultra-high strength steels and dissimilar materials Mechanical performance of additively manufactured components Fatigue life assessment of welded joints and cut edges Thermomechanical behavior of heat-affected zones Material characterization of laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) steels Publications highlight trends in additive manufacturing for industrial applications, particularly in optimizing 3D-printed metal structures and analyzing their mechanical integrity. His work on notch-load interactions and fatigue strength has advanced methodologies for predicting component failure under complex loading conditions. Notable contributions include the VERKOTA project exploring 3D printing networks for enhanced industrial adoption. No scientific awards are listed in the provided information. Afkhami's research has been supported by collaborative projects such as the VERKOTA initiative, though specific grants are not detailed here. He maintains an active presence on professional networks including LinkedIn and Google Scholar.