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Anu G. Bourgeoisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Parallel and Distributed Computing
• Wireless Networks
• Security and Privacy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anu G. Bourgeois is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Georgia State University. She holds a Master’s and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Louisiana State University (1997 and 2000, respectively). Her work is supported by NSF and CDC grants, and she is a Senior Member of the IEEE. Bourgeois’s research spans parallel computing, wireless networks, cybersecurity, and STEM education. Notable projects include the RISE program for Black women in computing and studies on UAV control via AI. Her recent work emphasizes educational equity, m-health interventions for opioid use, and fault-tolerant systems. Her 2025 publications highlight pathways for underrepresented students in computing and resilient data transmission frameworks. Earlier work includes contributions to cosmic ray detection and mobile health applications. Awards include recognition as an IEEE Senior Member. Bourgeois advocates for industry-aligned pedagogy, as seen in her virtual tutoring center projects and collaborations on cybersecurity education. She leads the Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group and maintains a lab at grid.cs.gsu.edu/agb .

• Health Professions Education
• Interprofessional Collaboration
• Simulation-Based Training
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sandrijn Van Schaik is Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) with a clinical appointment in the Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. She serves as the Director of Faculty Development in the UCSF School of Medicine Center for Faculty Educators and the Vice-Chair for Education in the Department of Pediatrics. As the inaugural Baum Family Presidential Chair for Experiential Learning, Dr. van Schaik has established herself as a leader in medical education with numerous recognitions including selection to the National Academy for Distinguished Educators in Pediatrics. Dr. van Schaik completed her medical degree at the University of Amsterdam, Netherlands, followed by a PhD studying Respiratory Syncytial Virus pathogenesis at the University of Utrecht. Her clinical training includes pediatric residency at Tufts University's Floating Hospital for Children and Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship at UCSF. She further enhanced her expertise through the UCSF Teaching Scholar Program and a 2-year Medical Education Research Fellowship. Her research focuses on interprofessional collaboration and simulation-based training , with particular emphasis on improving clinical learning environments and faculty development. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trajectory in developing innovative assessment tools for medical education, exploring power dynamics in debriefing sessions, and addressing equity issues in healthcare training environments. Her work consistently bridges educational theory with practical clinical applications. Dr. van Schaik has received numerous prestigious awards including the Cooke Award for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (2022) and the Academy of Medical Educators Excellence in Mentoring Award (2024). Her research has been supported by the Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation and NIH, where she serves as Principal Investigator on projects developing scorecards for clinical learning environments and novel debriefing strategies for interprofessional team training. As a dedicated mentor, she works with faculty on career development and research projects, emphasizing curriculum design and qualitative research methods. She leads the UCSF Kanbar Simulation Center initiatives focused on developing 'Medical Educators of the 21st Century' and has been instrumental in advancing pediatric critical care fellowship training programs.

Courtney Bomanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Crisis Communication
• Risk Communication
• Strategic Communication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Courtney Boman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Advertising and Public Relations at The University of Alabama. Her research focuses on quantitative experimental design in crisis and risk communication, persuasion, new-media effects, and message strategy. With six years of industry experience in marketing departments and agencies, she bridges practical insights into her academic work. Ph.D. in Strategic Communication (Crisis/Risk Communication) from University of Missouri’s School of Journalism M.S. in Agricultural Communication (Crisis Communication) from Kansas State University B.A. in Public Relations with a minor in Leadership from Kansas State University Her research examines misinformation/disinformation impacts on organizational reputation and health behaviors, message strategies to reduce reactance, and inoculation theory applications. Recent work includes studies on greenwashing, astroturfing, and social media crisis dynamics. Scientific awards include top paper recognitions at the International Public Relations Research Conference and the Boston University Social/Emerging Media Award. She has secured multiple research grants, including a PRSA grant for disinformation studies and a University of Alabama grant for vaccine disinformation countermeasures. Industrially, she has served as a Social Media Consultant (2015–2018), Center for Rural Enterprise Engagement Managing Director (2016–2017), and held marketing roles at Synoptos, GTM Sportswear, and Imagemakers. Her teaching includes courses in reputation strategy, public relations writing, and crisis communication at The University of Alabama, University of Missouri, and Kansas State University.

Gail Carsonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Global Health Strategy
• Epidemiology
• Public Health Preparedness
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gail Carson is an Associate Fellow at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, and serves as Director of the international clinical research network ISARIC. Her roles include Chair of WHO's GOARN partnership and Chair of the WHO EURO preparedness technical advisory group. She holds an OBE for her contributions to public health. Dr. Carson trained as an infectious diseases physician and has led pandemic preparedness and response efforts for over a decade. Her education includes a Diploma of Organisational Leadership from Saïd Business School (2017), which enhanced her interdisciplinary collaboration skills with sectors like sports and academia. She has extensive experience in global health networks, including managing the ISARIC federation of 130+ countries' clinical research sites and leading responses to outbreaks like Ebola and the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Research focuses on pandemic strategy, clinical data harmonization, and long-term health consequences of infectious diseases. Her work produced the ISARIC 4C Mortality Score and 4C Deterioration model for hospitalized patients. Key areas include global health equity, pandemic preparedness frameworks, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Publications emphasize longitudinal cohort studies, systematic reviews, and predictive models for pandemic outcomes. Awards include the OBE (2021) recognizing her leadership in global health networks during crises. Advisory roles include directing ISARIC's 1M+ patient observational database and advising WHO on outbreak response strategies. She co-leads the Global Research Collaboration for Infectious Disease Preparedness (GloPID-R) and has pioneered ethical standards for emergency clinical trials in epidemics. Labs/Teams: ISARIC (International Severe Acute Respiratory and Emerging Infections Consortium), GOARN (Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network), and WHO EURO Preparedness 2.0 Technical Advisory Group.

Theresa Jean Tanenbaumمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Interactive Narrative (DIN)
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Transformative Play
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Theresa Jean Tanenbaum is an Associate Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on digital interactive narrative (DIN), transformative play, and embodied interaction design. She explores how participatory storytelling and game mechanics can foster empathy, identity transformation, and social justice. Her work combines theatre techniques, HCI principles, and tangible interfaces to create immersive experiences that challenge societal norms. Professor Tanenbaum leads a multidisciplinary lab developing projects like Shiva's Rangoli (tangible storytelling installations) and the Reading Glove (combinatorial narrative systems). Her design philosophy integrates physical/digital hybrid systems to enable role-playing and perspective-taking. She emphasizes the ethical implications of technology, advocating for marginalized communities through inclusive design practices. Her activism extends into academic advocacy, notably pushing publishers to allow transgender scholars to correct their names in publications. Her research spans over two decades, with contributions to conferences like ICIDS and journals in HCI. She teaches courses on game design, interactive storytelling, and design fiction. Collaborative projects with artists and engineers highlight her commitment to bridging theory and practice.

Sofie Pilemalmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Crisis Management
• Emergency Response Systems
• Digitalization in Public Services
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sofie Pilemalm is a Professor in Informatics and Director of the Centre for Advanced Research in Emergency Response (CARER) at Linköping University (LiU). She holds a 20% Adjunct Professor role at the University of Agder. Her interdisciplinary research focuses on crisis management, response systems, and digitalization in public sector co-production. She leads the 8-year CARER initiative and the 'Effective Response at the Future Incident Site' program. Her academic journey includes roles as Associate Professor (2014–2020) and Senior Researcher at the Swedish Defense Research Agency (2006–2011). She earned her PhD in Informatics from LiU (2002) and is a Docent (2009). Her research integrates organizational development, user-centered design, and volunteer initiatives to enhance emergency response systems. Notable awards include the 2023 Best Paper Award for Digitalized Co-production and the 2014 Emerald Literati Network Award. She supervises multiple PhD students across technical and philosophical disciplines, focusing on topics like ICT-enabled co-production and cross-sector collaborations in emergency response. Key affiliations include the Department of Science and Technology (ITN) and Communications and Transport Systems (KTS). She chairs the Quantitative Logistics unit (2024–) and serves on the IFIP Electronic Government Conference board. Her work emphasizes practical applications of digitalization and participatory design in resource-scarce organizations.

Jos Kraalمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Technology
• Behavioral Health
• Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jos Kraal is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Human-Centered Design at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering. His work focuses on developing personalized eHealth interventions to improve health behaviors, particularly for vulnerable populations such as those with lower socioeconomic statuses. He leads projects like CapriXpress , an app supporting cardiac patients during rehabilitation waiting periods, and contributes to the ALIVE initiative, promoting lifestyle changes through interdisciplinary collaboration. Kraal emphasizes user-centered design, advocating for approaches that connect deeply with community needs. He received the 2024 Rehabilitation Year Award for his contributions to cardiac rehabilitation innovation. His research bridges gaps between healthcare, science, and design, ensuring interventions address real-world challenges through participatory methods. Research Interests: Behavioral health, eHealth technology, health disparities, human-centered design, and cardiac rehabilitation. Kraal collaborates with institutions like Medical Delta and Erasmus MC to create inclusive solutions. His projects prioritize personalized approaches, such as community engagement through participatory design, ensuring interventions resonate with target demographics. Awards: Rehabilitation Year Award 2024, Dutch Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Key Contributions: CapriXpress: Tailored eHealth support for cardiac patients during rehabilitation waiting periods. ALIVE: Interdisciplinary program addressing complex health challenges via design-driven solutions. Advocacy for user-centric design in healthcare, emphasizing trust-building and contextual understanding.

Stefan Schneiderمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Energy Systems
• Environmental Science
• Statistical Methods
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Stefan Schneider is a researcher at the University of Geneva, affiliated with the Groupe Systèmes Energétiques and Institut Forel since 2014. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics (1994) focused on numerical methods for differential equations and previously worked in R&D at Deram SA (banking software) from 2000-2013. His current research spans energy systems modeling, including territorial heat demand analysis, electricity consumption decomposition, and evaluation of innovative energy solutions for urban environments. Academic Affiliation: University of Geneva (Institut Forel, Groupe Systèmes Energétiques) Industry Experience: R&D at Deram SA (banking software, 2000-2013) Education: PhD in Applied Mathematics (1994) Research interests focus on energy demand modeling, district heating systems, and techno-economic analysis of urban energy solutions. He contributes to projects with industrial partners like Service Industriels de Genève (SIG), including geothermal heat pumps, energy efficiency atlases, and temperature reduction strategies for district heating networks. His earlier work in population genetics (1995-2002) led to the Arlequin software package, widely adopted in genetic data analysis. Recent publications (2017-2025) emphasize building energy modeling, heat demand forecasting, and sustainable urban infrastructure. While no explicit awards or advisees are mentioned, his interdisciplinary career bridges mathematics, computational methods, and applied energy systems research.

Corbin Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetic Adaptations
• Molecular Evolution
• Population Genetics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Corbin Jones is a Professor in the Department of Genetics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), School of Medicine. He serves as Faculty Director of the UNC High-Throughput Sequencing Facility and is affiliated with the Carolina Center for Genome Sciences (CCGS). His academic roles include dual appointments in Biology and Genetics, and he contributes to graduate programs in Biology, Genetics and Molecular Biology, and Biomedical Engineering (BCB). Dr. Jones' research focuses on evolutionary genetics, particularly using Drosophila species to study adaptive traits. Key projects include analyzing Drosophila sechellia’s genetic resistance and attraction to Morinda citrifolia, investigating mechanisms of new gene formation through chimeric gene studies, and developing statistical tools for QTL mapping accuracy. His lab integrates computational methods, molecular genetics, and genomic data to explore how genetic changes—both regulatory and structural—drive evolutionary adaptations. Collaborations with Dr. Sally Otto and Dr. Philip Awadalla highlight his contributions to theoretical and applied genomics. His work extends to translational research, including studies on human disease genetics (e.g., schizophrenia, lupus) and microbiome assembly dynamics. Recent publications reflect diverse applications of his expertise in virology (SARS-CoV-2 treatment efficacy), cancer biology (evolutionary rescue models), and AI-driven clinical data analysis. Funding for his lab comes from the NSF and NIH, supporting projects that bridge basic and applied sciences. Grants: NSF and NIH-funded research on genomic evolution and disease mechanisms Lab Affiliations: Corbin Jones Lab in the Genome Sciences Building, UNC High-Throughput Sequencing Facility Tools Developed: QTL-based estimator method for genetic mapping, computational pipelines for genomic data analysis Notable research themes include the molecular basis of behavioral adaptations in Drosophila, the role of chimeric genes in evolutionary innovation, and statistical improvements in detecting quantitative trait loci. His studies on D. sechellia’s olfactory-driven behavior reveal insights into gene function beyond mere sensory detection, emphasizing behavioral genetics.

Shamkant Navatheمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data Modeling
• Database Design
• Data Integration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shamkant Navathe - Professor of Computer Science Dr. Shamkant Navathe has been a faculty member at Georgia Tech's School of Computer Science since 1990. His research focuses on database systems, data integration, bioinformatics, and visualization. He currently serves as the Bioengineering PhD and MS Coordinator for the College of Computing. His affiliations include the School of Computer Science, Center for Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics, and Institute for People and Technology (IPaT). Key research areas include database modeling, data mining, and knowledge discovery. He has contributed to foundational textbooks like Fundamentals of Database Systems and pioneered work in semantic indexing, graph databases, and fairness in machine learning systems. His recent projects address challenges in smart mobility, disaster monitoring via social media, and healthcare analytics using physician notes. His publications span topics from data lake monitoring to clash resolution in construction, reflecting interdisciplinary collaboration. Though no awards are explicitly listed, his work has influenced both academic and industrial database practices globally. He advises on interdisciplinary projects involving bioinformatics and engineering design, though no specific students are listed here. His lab activities emphasize visualization tools (e.g., VIGOR), graph query systems, and declarative fairness frameworks like Omnifair.

• Global Health
• Infectious Disease
• Tuberculosis Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Henry Blumberg is a Professor of Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine and Professor of Epidemiology/Global Health at Emory Rollins School of Public Health. He leads clinical and translational research training programs at Emory and the Georgia Clinical and Translational Science Alliance (Georgia CTSA). His academic roles include Director of Clinical and Translational Research Training and MPI for NIH-funded grants like the Georgia CTSA KL2/TLL programs. Blumberg holds MD from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and B.A. from Washington University. His research focuses on tuberculosis (TB) epidemiology, drug resistance, and global health capacity-building in Ethiopia and Georgia (country). He pioneered clinical trials on TB diagnostics, drug pharmacokinetics, and host-pathogen interactions, with over 215 peer-reviewed publications. Key research areas include TB infection control, nutritional aspects of TB (e.g., vitamin D and diabetes comorbidities), and implementation science. Recent work explores digital health tools like mobile apps for TB management and pharmacometabolomics in TB meningitis. He has served on leadership committees for IDSA, NIH-funded ACTG TSG, and Fogarty-funded global health training programs. Awards include IDSA/SHEA Fellowships and recognition for mentorship in global health research.

Frank van Harmelenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Semantic Web
• Knowledge Representation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Frank van Harmelen is a Full Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, holding positions in the Faculty of Science (Artificial Intelligence), Network Institute, and Knowledge Representation and Reasoning department. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Wuhan University of Science and Technology and Wuhan University Faculty of Information Sciences since 2014 and 2015, respectively. He earned his PhD in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Edinburgh (1985–1989), focusing on meta-level inference efficiency. His research spans Semantic Web, Knowledge Representation, Ontology Engineering, and neurosymbolic AI, with contributions to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to technological innovation. His recent work emphasizes knowledge graphs (e.g., KG4NH for nutrition/health, OfficeGraph for IoT), neurosymbolic integration, and applications in healthcare, sustainability, and education. He has led projects like the HumanE AI Network and contributed to datasets such as MetaLink and equivalence class analyses in LOD. Awards: Fellow of European AI Society (2007), Member of Royal Dutch Academy of Sciences (2017), Ten Year Impact Award (2012) Activities: Steering roles in international conferences, member of prestigious academies, and involvement in EU/US Agent Markup initiatives. Teaching: Courses on AI in Health and Introduction to AI. Grants/Projects: Principal Investigator for HumanE AI Network (2020–2024), contributed to IoT and smart grid solutions. His 292+ publications include foundational texts like the Semantic Web Primer and recent advancements in knowledge graph completion and guideline-informed reinforcement learning.

Lukasz Piwekمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Data Science
• Cyberpsychology
• Health Informatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lukasz Piwek is an Associate Professor in Data Science at the University of Bath, affiliated with the Management Information, Decisions & Operations department. He contributes to multiple research centers, including the Applied Digital Behaviour Lab , EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Cyber Security , and the Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour (IDSB). His research focuses on leveraging data from mobile devices, wearables, and social networks for user profiling, behavior change, and methodological innovation . Key areas include machine learning in cyberpsychology, health informatics, and security studies , with a strong emphasis on reproducibility and ethical data practices. Recent publications highlight trends in computational tools for social research (2025), reproducibility challenges in behavioral methods (2024), and digital traces of political tribalism (2023). His work spans interdisciplinary collaborations with institutions like UWE and organizations such as the Economic and Social Research Council. Activities include public workshops on generative AI , network-building initiatives , and research talks at institutions like Apple. He also contributes to open-access datasets and has explored the societal implications of wearable technology failures.

Mogana Darshini Ganggayahمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Data Science and Analytics
• Machine Learning
• Health Informatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mogana Darshini Ganggayah is a Lecturer at the Malaysia School of Business, Monash University Malaysia, specializing in Business Analytics and Data Science. She holds a PhD in Data Science (2021) and a BSc in Bioinformatics (2018) from Universiti Malaya. Her research integrates machine learning and data analytics in healthcare and business domains, with a focus on health informatics, predictive modeling, and data literacy. She collaborates with institutions like Cambridge University, University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC), and Homi Baba Cancer Hospital. Dr. Ganggayah has received two Silver Awards in 2024 for innovative mental health and statistical assessment tools. She actively engages in public lectures, conferences, and peer review, and is an HRDF-certified trainer with over 1,000 trainees in data science and programming. Education: PhD in Data Science, Universiti Malaya (2021) BSc Bioinformatics (Distinction), Universiti Malaya (2018) Research Interests: Her work spans machine learning applications in healthcare (e.g., cancer diagnostics, mental health tracking) and business analytics (e.g., financial forecasting, consumer behavior). She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and practical implementation of algorithms in real-world settings. Recent projects include developing data-driven solutions for the Habib Group and analyzing pandemic impacts on education and shopping behavior. Grants & Projects: PPRN Project (2025-2026): Building a Data-Driven Organisation with Data Warehouse and AI for the Habib Group (Chief Investigator) Labs/Teams: Engaged with UMMC’s medical data science initiatives and Monash Business School’s analytics team.

Davide Pigoliمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Functional and high-dimensional data analysis
• Manifold-valued and object-oriented data analysis
• Spatial statistics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Davide Pigoli is a Senior Lecturer in Statistics at King's College London, based in the Department of Mathematics within the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematical Models and Methods in Engineering from Politecnico di Milano, Italy (2013). Before joining King's in 2017, he held research positions at the University of Warwick and the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on functional and high-dimensional data analysis, manifold-valued data, spatial statistics, and applications in linguistics, forensics, and biosciences. Key contributions include work on covariance operators, Kriging methods for Riemannian data, and statistical modeling of linguistic and acoustic phonetic data. Recent projects include analyzing vocal audio data for COVID-19 screening and developing optimal experimental designs. Pigoli has co-authored over 19 peer-reviewed publications, including studies on machine learning in public health and forensic entomology. He contributed to the EPSRC-funded project 'Multi-objective optimal design of experiments' (2020–2025). His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and innovation. Office: S2.10 Strand Building, Strand Campus, London WC2R 2LS. Office hours: Monday 15:30–16:30.