Dr. Silvia Gschwendtner serves as Head of the Working Group "Human Microbiomes" at the Research Unit Comparative Microbiome Analysis (COMI), Helmholtz Munich. Her research focuses on microbiome functionality in health and disease, utilizing high-throughput sequencing to identify keystone taxa and develop therapeutic strategies. Her academic credentials include: Diploma in Biology PhD in Natural Sciences Research interests center on human microbiome roles in metabolism and immunity, with investigations spanning clinical contexts (preterm birth, asthma, atopic dermatitis) and environmental systems (agroforestry, Arctic tundra). She pioneers bioinformatics pipelines for core microbiome identification and emphasizes cross-body-site microbial interactions. Recent publications reveal an interdisciplinary trajectory from neonatal outcomes to ecosystem responses, highlighting dysbiosis mechanisms across diverse hosts and environments through integrated multi-omics approaches. Leading the Human Microbiomes working group, she directs cohort-based studies assessing health-disease drivers while advancing methodologies for microbiome functionality analysis and keystone species targeting.
Steven W Purcell is a Professor of Marine Science and Management at Southern Cross University, based at the National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour. He serves within the School of Environment, Science and Engineering and is a key member of the Reefs and Oceans Research Cluster, focusing on marine ecology and fisheries management across Australia and the Pacific Islands. His educational background includes a BSc(Hons) and PhD from James Cook University, completed in 1991. His academic journey has centered on tropical marine systems, particularly sea cucumber fisheries and conservation biology. Professor Purcell's research specializes in sea ranching, fisheries ecology, and marine conservation, with a pronounced emphasis on sea cucumbers—including their ecology, trade dynamics, and conservation. His work integrates ecological field studies with socioeconomic analyses to address sustainable fisheries management and Pacific Island livelihoods. Recent publications highlight spatio-temporal fisheries trends, thermal tolerance in corals, and community-based capacity building for small-scale fishers. His publication record spans over 70 scientific articles, books, and book chapters, with recent work showing a strong trend toward interdisciplinary studies combining marine ecology with socioeconomic factors. Key themes include sea cucumber fisheries management, coral reef resilience, and value-chain analysis for Pacific Island fisheries. His scientific awards demonstrate excellence in both research and education: Inspiring Educator Award (Southern Cross University, 2024) Excellence in Teaching Award (Faculty of Science and Engineering, 2022) Inspiring Educators Award (2021) Excellence in Community Engagement for Impact Award (2018) Excellence in Community Engagement for Research Award (2015) Professor Purcell actively supervises Honours, Masters, and PhD students in reef ecology, fisheries management, and marine conservation. His research grants focus on improving Pacific Island fishers' livelihoods through better fishery processing and community engagement, as evidenced by impact case studies in Samoa and Fiji. He leads projects supported by international agencies addressing sustainable sea cucumber fisheries and coral reef conservation. He operates from the National Marine Science Centre, a dedicated marine research facility in Coffs Harbour, and contributes to the Reefs and Oceans Research Cluster which drives interdisciplinary marine science initiatives across the university.
Steven Purcell is a Professor of Marine Science and Management at the School of Environment, Science and Engineering , Southern Cross University, based at the National Marine Science Centre in Coffs Harbour. He is a member of the Reefs and Oceans Research Cluster and has published over 70 scientific articles. His work bridges marine ecology, fisheries management, and conservation biology. Specializes in sea cucumber ecology, trade, and fishery management Focuses on marine conservation and coral reef dynamics Active in community engagement and sustainable livelihoods in the Pacific Islands His research integrates ecological and socioeconomic aspects of fisheries, with key projects in Fiji, New Caledonia, and Samoa. Recent work analyzes thermal tolerance in corals and sustainable harvesting strategies. Scientific awards include: Inspiring Educator Award (2024) Excellence in Teaching Award (2022) Excellence in Community Engagement (2018) He supervises graduate students in reef ecology, fisheries, and marine conservation, contributing to capacity-building initiatives in Pacific Island nations.
Lisa Siegel serves as a Lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Southern Cross University, bringing over 30 years of international environmental education experience across public and independent schools in three countries. She is a leadership team member of the Sustainability, Environmental, and Arts Education (SEAE) Research Centre and teaches environmental education, interdisciplinary approaches, and educational philosophies. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Environmental Education, Southern Cross University MA in Social Ecology, University of Western Sydney MA in Curriculum & Teaching, Teachers College, Columbia University BA in Liberal Studies, San Francisco State University Her research centers on material feminist and eco-feminist theoretical frameworks, employing collective biography methodology to investigate women environmentalists' lived experiences and environmental agency. Current interests encompass intra-connective education, sustainability teacher training, and educator wellbeing, with strong emphasis on posthumanist perspectives that challenge anthropocentric educational paradigms. Analysis of her 2018-2025 publications reveals consistent exploration of agential realism in digital learning environments, posthumanist approaches to place-based education, and feminist reinterpretations of environmental behavior. Her work increasingly integrates child-led research methodologies and examines technological disruptions in ecological learning contexts. Her recognition includes: SCU Faculty of Education Educator of the Year (2023) Australian Environmental Educator of the Year (2022) NSW Tertiary and Community Environmental Educator of the Year (2021) SCU HDR Excellence Awards for research supervision (2017-2019) Outstanding Teaching Excellence Award - Inspiring Educator (SCU, 2023) Lisa demonstrates exceptional higher degree research supervision through multiple HDR Excellence Awards. Her grant activities are evidenced through leadership in the SEAE Research Centre and sustained direction of the Centre for Ecological Learning, though specific funding details aren't provided in available materials. She currently leads the Centre for Ecological Learning (CEL) and serves as national president of the Australian Association for Environmental Education (AAEE), while contributing to SCU's SEAE Research Centre which fosters interdisciplinary collaborations across sustainability, environmental arts, and pedagogical innovation.
Arvid Q.L. Keemink is an Assistant Professor in Biomechatronics and Rehabilitation Technology at the TechMed Centre , University of Twente. His research focuses on exoskeletons, neuromuscular modeling, and human-robot interaction for rehabilitation and dynamic balance assistance. Robotics and control systems Biomechanics and neuromuscular modeling Rehabilitation engineering Machine learning applications His recent publications emphasize lower-limb exoskeletons, momentum-based control algorithms, and spinal reflex circuitry modeling. Key subfields include dynamic trajectory optimization , disturbance recovery , and joint impedance analysis . Collaborations with researchers like Herman van der Kooij and Massimo Sartori highlight his interdisciplinary approach.
Ronnie Close is an Associate Professor in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at The American University in Cairo , where he examines the intersection of image aesthetics and politics through visual research projects and written publications. His work explores photographic cultures, football fan movements, and censorship practices in the Middle East. Photography and Decolonial Theory Soccer Culture and Political Resistance Visual Media Critique Image Censorship Mechanisms Close has published two monographs: Cairo's Ultras (2019) analyzing football fan roles in the Egyptian revolution, and Decolonizing the Image (2024) addressing photographic heritage in Egypt. His exhibitions include works at The Photographers Gallery (London) and Brighton Photo Biennial (UK). Academic collaborations span institutions like University of Bergamo and Kansas State University, with reviews in publications such as Visual Studies and Philosophy of Photography .
Jon Thomson is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Fine Art at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London, where he works with MA/MFA and PhD students. He is a visual artist specializing in digital and new media art, collaborating with Alison Craighead since 1993 under the name Thomson & Craighead. Their work explores how internet and communications networks transform our understanding of the world, examining the relationship between physical and digital space and how the internet alters our socio-political understanding of reality. Thomson studied at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art in Dundee. In 1995, he co-founded The Slade Centre for Electronic Media in Fine Art (SCEMFA), bringing together artist-researchers working digitally on the cutting edge of contemporary art practice. He has maintained this research focus while developing his collaborative practice with Craighead. Thomson's research examines how the development of the internet has transformed perception of the world, particularly how our constant ability to be physically somewhere but virtually anywhere affects our understanding. His work considers the tension between global and local perspectives, and how modern communications inform our sense of place and self. Recent projects increasingly examine the impact of Big Data on society and how individuals can measure their experience against unfathomably large bodies of information and inhuman timescales. Thomson & Craighead's extensive exhibition history shows a consistent exploration of networked communication, with works spanning from early internet-based projects to contemporary explorations of genomic data and nuclear culture. Their practice demonstrates an evolution from examining basic internet infrastructure to addressing complex issues of data sovereignty, deep time, and the societal impacts of pervasive networked technologies. Thomson's research has been supported by significant funding including: AHRC small grant in the creative and performing arts (2007) Wellcome Trust Arts Award (£38,000) for Stutterer (2014) Collaborations with Channel 4 Television, Animate Projects, New Media Scotland, and Creative Scotland for Flat Earth Trilogy Thomson advises MA/MFA and PhD students at the Slade School of Fine Art. His collaborative practice has resulted in numerous exhibitions worldwide and three published monographs. They have developed innovative approaches to using live data streams, social media content, and scientific information as artistic materials, creating works that challenge conventional boundaries between art, technology, and science. Thomson co-founded SCEMFA, which remains a significant research center bringing together artist-researchers working at the intersection of digital technology and fine art. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations, such as with computational biologists at the University of Dundee and participation in the Nuclear Culture research project with Arts Catalyst London.
Rob Comber is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology's School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science , affiliated with the Media Technology and Interaction Design (MID) department. His research spans Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , focusing on social and environmental sustainability , social justice , and feminist design . He explores technology's role in civic society , food systems , and social media through equity-driven design and qualitative social science methods. Research interests include: Democratic technology and equity in access Environmental stewardship via digital systems Feminist and decolonial approaches to HCI Community-driven design practices Smart city sustainability His recent publications highlight sustainable design , colonial archive transformations , and AI labor mapping , emphasizing constraint-based innovation and visceral technology ethics . No scientific awards are listed, and no formal advisees are mentioned. He teaches courses including Digitalization and Sustainable Social Transformation and Human-Computer Interaction .
Jody Miller is a Distinguished Professor at Rutgers University–Newark, where she has served since 2010, specializing in criminological research at the intersection of gender, race, and structural inequality. Her educational credentials include: Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Southern California (1996) M.A. in Women’s Studies, The Ohio State University (1991) M.A. in Sociology, Ohio University (1990) B.A. in Journalism, Ohio University (1989) Miller employs qualitative methodologies to examine how gender, race, sexuality, and spatial context influence criminal behavior and victimization risks, with empirical focus on the United States and South Asia. Her work centers on Feminist/Gender Theory, Gender and Crime, Qualitative Methods, and Racial/Spatial Inequality, emphasizing lived experiences within marginalized communities. Her publication trajectory reveals evolving scholarly focus: early foundational work on female gang participation (2001), progression to urban gendered violence among Black girls (2008), methodological contributions to qualitative criminology (2015), and recent cross-national domestic violence analyses in South Asia (2021). This body of work consistently demonstrates intersectional frameworks for understanding crime and victimization. Her exceptional contributions are recognized through: ASC Herbert Bloch Award (2022) ASC Mentor Award (2015) Coramae Richey Mann Award (2009) ASC Women and Crime Distinguished Scholar Award (2010) ASC New Scholar Award (2001) Ruth Shonle Cavan Young Scholar Award (2001) As a dedicated mentor (evidenced by her 2015 ASC Mentor Award), Miller co-edited Criminology (2018-2023) and co-directed the NSF-funded Racial Democracy, Crime and Justice Network (2016-2023), shaping national discourse on race-crime intersections through collaborative scholarship and editorial leadership. She remains actively engaged with the Racial Democracy, Crime and Justice Network, a multidisciplinary research consortium advancing equity-focused criminological inquiry through collaborative projects and knowledge dissemination.
Patricia Anthony serves as Associate Professor at Lincoln University's School of Landscape Architecture in New Zealand, where she holds an ORCID identifier 0000-0002-4991-3340. Her academic appointments include Faculty Postgraduate Chair for the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design (2021-2024) and current affiliation with the Centre for Geospatial and Computing Technologies (2025-present). Previously, she served as Head of Department (2016-2017), Department Postgraduate Coordinator (2014-2016), and SHIFT Coordinator (2017-2020). Her educational background comprises a Ph.D. from the University of Southampton, United Kingdom; an M.Sc. from Birkbeck, University of London, United Kingdom; and a BSc (High Honors) from the State University of New York, United States. She is proficient in Malay language, with reading, writing, and speaking capabilities. Dr. Anthony's research centers on agent and multi-agent systems, utilizing artificial intelligence techniques including machine learning, evolutionary computation, and text processing as decision-making strategies for agents. She is recognized as a leading researcher applying intelligent agents across diverse domains such as online auctions, agriculture, education, and social media analysis. Her specialized work in sentiment analysis and emotion identification enables agents to detect emotional states in textual communications, with recent applications in earthquake tweet analysis. Her publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output with over 130 publications, showing particular strength in applying multi-agent systems to practical challenges. Recent work reveals three major research streams: trust and reputation management in IoT environments (accounting for approximately 30% of recent publications), agricultural technology applications including mastitis detection and water resource management (approximately 40%), and social media analysis focusing on elderly technology adoption and cyber aggression classification (approximately 30%). Adjunct Professor, Hubei University of Technology, Wuhan, China Program Committee/Senior Program Committee member for Pacific Rim International Conferences on Artificial Intelligence (PRICAI) 2016, 2018, 2019 Co-chair for International Carnahan Conference on Security Technology (ICCST) 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020 Member of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Reviewer for Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, Malaysian Journal of Computer Science, and Adaptive Behaviour Dr. Anthony has supervised numerous postgraduate students across multiple research areas related to multi-agent systems, with completed projects spanning cyber aggression classification, agricultural technology, IoT security, and elderly technology adoption. She serves as an examiner for advanced computing courses including Advanced Database (COMP643), Advanced Programming (COMP642), and Studio Project (COMP639), demonstrating her integration within the university's computing curriculum despite her Landscape Architecture appointment. Her research aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), reflecting her commitment to applying computational techniques to address real-world challenges in urban and community contexts. She actively collaborates across disciplines through the Centre for Geospatial and Computing Technologies, bridging computational methods with landscape architecture applications.
Professor Corinne Saunders holds a faculty position in the Department of English Studies at Durham University, where she also serves as Member of the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies, Co-Lead of the Affective Experience Lab within the Institute for Medical Humanities, and Co-Director of the Centre for Medical Humanities. Her academic profile bridges literary scholarship with medical humanities through institutional leadership roles. Her research centers on medieval literature with specialized focus on romance writing, medical humanities, and affect theory. Key interests include historical intersections of mind/body concepts, women's writing in medieval contexts, and old French/Middle English literary traditions. Current work examines affective experiences in medieval thought through interdisciplinary medical humanities frameworks. Publication trends reveal sustained exploration of magic's role in medieval romance alongside growing engagement with medical humanities. Recent works demonstrate methodological evolution toward collaborative, cross-disciplinary projects examining voice, breath, and beauty through historical lenses, particularly in Wellcome Trust-funded initiatives. Her scientific recognition includes: Leverhulme Research Fellowship Professor Saunders has secured significant research funding as Co-Investigator for the Wellcome Trust's 'Hearing the Voice' project and Collaborator on the 'Life of Breath' initiative, alongside AHRC-funded monograph support. She actively mentors postgraduate researchers specializing in medieval literary topics. She co-directs the Centre for Medical Humanities and leads the Affective Experience Lab, driving interdisciplinary research that connects literary analysis with medical and psychological inquiry through institutional platforms.
Professor Emma Bond is the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Knowledge Exchange and Professor of Socio-Technical Research at the University of Suffolk. As a key member of the Executive and Senior Leadership Team, she drives the university's research agenda, oversees research institutes/centers, and leads preparations for the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2027/8. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy with over 20 years of teaching and research experience. Her research examines online risks for vulnerable groups , including image-based abuse, domestic violence, child safeguarding, and digital participation. She develops participatory methodologies to engage marginalized communities and collaborates with organizations like the UK Safer Internet Centre and Marie Collins Foundation. Key projects include Home Office-funded evaluations of online safety resources and the development of the Higher Education Online Safeguarding Self-Review Tool . Her publications focus on digital society ethics , online harassment policy, and socio-technical vulnerabilities. Recent work critiques legislative gaps in revenge pornography and advocates for rights-based online safeguarding frameworks. Scientific Awards: Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy Fellow, Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce Advising & Grants: She supervises 10 PhD students researching technology's role in domestic abuse, non-binary youth experiences, and health professional training. She secured grants from the Home Office, Office for Students, and UK Safer Internet Centre for projects on digital civility, online harassment, and child exploitation prevention. Labs & Teams: Directs the Research and Knowledge Exchange Directorate, coordinating cross-university research culture and partnerships with UK policing bodies, NGOs (e.g., Amnesty International), and international consortia like the Health Literacy in Childhood and Adolescence group.
Federico Visi (he/they) serves as Guest Faculty in the Sound Studies and Sonic Arts Master's program at Berlin University of the Arts. Based in Berlin, Germany, Visi is a researcher, composer, and performer whose work bridges technology and artistic expression through innovative musical interfaces and performance systems. Visi completed doctoral research on instrumental music and body movement at the Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research (ICCMR), University of Plymouth, UK. They have held postdoctoral positions at Luleå University of Technology (Sweden) and Goldsmiths, University of London (UK), establishing a foundation for their interdisciplinary approach to music technology. Visi's research focuses on gesture in music, motion-sensing technologies, interactive machine learning, and embodied interaction. Their work explores how body movement and physiological signals can be harnessed in electronic music creation through both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations. They have developed novel instruments like the Sophtar and biosignal-based performance systems that translate physiological data into sound. Recent scholarly output reveals a trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated integration of machine learning in musical contexts, with significant contributions spanning computer music, psychology, and human-computer interaction domains. Visi's publications demonstrate how algorithmic processes can be embedded in musical instruments to create new forms of musical expression and co-creativity between humans and machines. As an active member of the research community, Visi co-edited a thematic issue of Organised Sound on 'Embedding Algorithms in Music and Sound Art' and organized the Embedding Algorithms Workshop at Berlin University of the Arts. They contribute to the Wilding AI collective that explores creative applications of AI in spatial audio environments. Visi releases music under the moniker AQAXA, combining conventional electronic music production with machine learning exploration of personal sonic memories. Their work has been supported by the European Research Council, Swedish Research Council, Boström Fund, and Helge Ax:son Johnsons foundation.
Frank K. Jones, MD, MPH, FACS serves as a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at Morehouse School of Medicine, practicing at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. Board-certified in General Surgery and Wound Management with Surgical Critical Care eligibility, his clinical expertise spans trauma, critical care, and complex hernia management, directly impacting patient outcomes at this Level I trauma center. His educational foundation includes a Bachelor of Science from Morehouse College, Doctor of Medicine from Morehouse School of Medicine, and Master of Public Health from UNC Chapel Hill. Surgical training encompassed dual residencies at Morehouse School of Medicine and Howard University, culminating in a Trauma and Surgical Critical Care fellowship at the University of Maryland. Dr. Jones' research program centers on innovative surgical techniques and critical care interventions, with significant contributions to ventral hernia repair methodologies and nutritional support protocols for trauma patients. His work bridges complex case reporting with translational studies on mortality reduction, establishing him as a key contributor to surgical literature in high-acuity settings. His publication record from 2005-2017 reveals consistent innovation in surgical problem-solving, particularly in hernia pathologies and trauma nutrition. The progression from case reports on rare presentations to clinical studies on vitamin D/glutamine supplementation demonstrates growing influence in evidence-based critical care protocols, with emphasis on practical applications in resource-constrained urban trauma environments. His accolades reflect both clinical excellence and community impact: Georgia's Top Doctor designation (2020, 2021) Atlanta Medical Association Physician of the Year (2018) Morehouse School of Medicine Hall of Fame induction (2017) Employee Diversity Equity and Inclusion Award (2022) Outstanding Humanitarian Award from Hosea Feed the Hungry (2018) While specific graduate student advising details aren't documented, his academic rank and departmental role indicate active mentorship of surgical trainees. His research program appears integrated with Grady Hospital's trauma services, though dedicated laboratory infrastructure isn't referenced in available materials.
Jennifer Cone serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery-Trauma and Acute Care at the University of Chicago. Her clinical practice focuses on trauma surgery, acute care, and critical care with additional expertise in general surgical procedures. She maintains active roles in surgical education, international training initiatives, and trauma center operations at UChicago Trauma Center. Education and Training: BA in Biology, The Johns Hopkins University (2003) MHS in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (2006) MD, Tulane University School of Medicine (2011) General Surgery Residency, Tulane University (2016) Trauma/Surgical Critical Care Fellowship, Los Angeles County/University of Southern California (2017) Dr. Cone's research centers on trauma outcomes with specialized focus on firearm violence prevention, pediatric injury patterns, and trauma system optimization. Her work integrates machine learning for community violence prediction, obesity impacts on trauma outcomes, and hepatic trauma management. Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on translational research connecting clinical practice with public health interventions, particularly through the Firearm Violence Vulnerability Index project and multi-institutional hepatic trauma studies. Her international work includes advanced trauma life support training in Cambodia and Myanmar. Dr. Cone actively contributes to surgical education through the Division of Trauma & Acute Care Surgery, mentoring residents and fellows in trauma resuscitation techniques. Her scholarly output shows consistent growth with 15 publications since 2017, including high-impact work in the Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery and Journal of the American College of Surgeons . She collaborates extensively with trauma networks including the Multi-Institutional Trial Liver Study Group and UChicago's Military-Civilian Trauma Team Training Site. Her clinical work supports the UChicago Trauma Center's community violence recovery programs, emphasizing patient-centered care and evidence-based surgical interventions. Current projects focus on optimizing trauma scoring systems and developing machine learning tools for community violence risk assessment.
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