جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Business Model Innovation
• Technology-Enabled Personalization
• Ecosystem Innovation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

M.S. Krishnan is the Accenture Professor of Computer Information Systems and Professor of Technology & Operations at the University of Michigan's Ross Business School. He currently serves as faculty director for the Business+Tech initiative and CK Prahalad and India Initiatives, following his tenure as associate dean for global initiatives (2014-2021). His educational background includes: PhD in Information Systems, Carnegie Mellon University (1997) MS, Carnegie Mellon University (1993) MS in Mathematics and Computer Applications, University of Delhi (1987) BS in Mathematics and Computer Applications, University of Delhi (1984) Dr. Krishnan's research centers on business model innovation, technology-enabled personalization, and ecosystem innovation, with significant contributions to corporate IT strategy and the business value of technology investments. His work bridges software quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction in global business contexts, emphasizing co-creation and networked value generation as demonstrated in his award-winning book with C.K. Prahalad. His publication trends reveal deep engagement with digital transformation across sectors, examining CEO compensation effects on IT investments, digital twin applications in construction, and IT's impact on government efficiency. Recent work increasingly integrates AI, blockchain, and human resource practices to amplify technology returns, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach spanning information systems, strategic management, and operations. Key recognitions include: ICIS Best Dissertation Prize for software product management research ASQ's 21 Voices of Quality for the 21st century (2000) Top Business Technology Thinker by Informationweek-Optimize (2004) The Economist/BusinessWeek Best Innovation Book award (2008) He actively advises doctoral students and leads major research initiatives, with extensive consulting for Ford, IBM, Tata Group, and Infosys across the US, India, and Thailand. His grant-funded work focuses on technology strategy implementation and organizational capability development. Dr. Krishnan co-founded Ross's Business+Tech initiative to integrate technology fluency across business disciplines and directs the CK Prahalad and India Initiatives to foster academic-industry collaboration with Indian enterprises.

Sina Vafiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Wireless Communication
• Error Control Coding
• Forward Error Correction Codes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Sina Vafi is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Engineering at Charles Darwin University's Faculty of Science and Technology. His research focuses on advancing forward error correction (FEC) codes and their applications in wireless transmission systems, particularly for high-speed broadband and video compression. He leads the Wireless Research Group, developing codes optimized for transmission delay and error correction in noisy environments. Key research projects include the 'Maximum Power Extraction from Hybrid Solar-Wind System by Using Fuzzy Logic Approach' (2021–present). His work addresses sustainable energy systems alongside wireless communication innovations. Research interests span error engineering, FEC code design, video bitstream protection, and low-density parity check codes. His recent publications explore braided block codes, convolutional interleavers, and adaptive error protection schemes for HEVC videos. Dr Vafi has supervised 5 Higher Degree by Research (HDR) projects, including work by student investigator V.S. Borra on hybrid renewable energy systems. He is actively involved in mentoring postgraduate researchers and contributes to CDU’s wireless communication initiatives.

Daniel Albertمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Strategic Management
• Organizational Design
• Innovation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel Albert is an Assistant Professor of Management at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business. He serves on the Drexel University Standing Committee on Artificial Intelligence and is a Senior Fellow at The Wharton School’s Mack Institute of Technology Management. Previously, he held a tenure-track position at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland, and research scholar roles at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Albert's research explores strategic management, organizational design, and innovation through computational modeling and empirical analysis. His work integrates psychology and neuroscience principles to study cognition and complex decision-making, with applications in financial services and healthcare industries. Current investigations focus on generative AI in strategic contexts, organizational structure optimization, and behavioral strategy experiments using large language models. Thematic analysis of his publications reveals three dominant clusters: computational approaches to organizational design (43%), cognitive and behavioral strategy frameworks (36%), and AI applications in management/education (21%). His work exhibits increasing methodological sophistication, with recent publications leveraging large-scale data analytics and AI simulation techniques to examine strategic decision-making patterns. Notable Scientific Recognition: Sumantra Goshal Award for Research & Practice (2021) Distinguished Paper Award from Academy of Management (2022) Research Methods Paper Prize from Strategic Management Society (2024) Freddie Reisman Award for scholarly impact (2022) Innovation in Teaching Award for AI integration (2022) Dr. Albert teaches strategy and competitive advantage courses across MBA and Executive MBA programs, incorporating generative AI tools for experiential learning. He provides editorial leadership for the Journal of Organization Design and has served on review boards for Long Range Planning and Organization Science . His research collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams from Wharton's Mack Institute and Drexel's AI initiative, focusing on technology-driven organizational innovation.

Thomas Leyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Work
• Digitalization of Social Services
• Social Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Thomas Ley is a Professor of Social Work at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, specializing in mediatised living environments and work forms. He holds a PhD in Education from the University of Bielefeld (awarded with distinction) and has extensive experience in social work research and policy. His academic roles include membership in the Ethics Commission of the German Association for Social Work and the Fachbeirat 'Digitale Kompetenzen in der Kinder- und Jugendhilfe'. Education: Diploma in Social Pedagogy (2003, Katholische Fachhochschule Mainz), PhD in Education (2016, University of Bielefeld). Research focuses on digitalization in social work, documentation systems, youth policy, and capability-oriented approaches. He has led projects like the CareTech OWL research consortium and contributed to EU-funded initiatives such as SocIEtY and WorkAble. His publications include books like Handbuch Soziale Arbeit und Digitalisierung and Zur Informatisierung Sozialer Arbeit . Awards: Dissertation award for Zur Informatisierung Sozialer Arbeit . Grants include roles as scientific director of the CareTech OWL Center (2022–2023) and program manager for the Lebenswerte Kommune initiative (2019–2022). Labs/Teams: Involved in Kompetenzzentrum Soziale Dienste (kom.sd) and current research collaborations with the German Society for Social Work.

Jan-Christoph Heilingerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Ethics
• Political Philosophy
• Global Justice
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jan-Christoph Heilinger is a Lecturer and Academic Director of the Munich Centre for Ethics at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (University of Munich). He holds a faculty role in Philosophy, Politics & Economics at the University of Witten-Herdecke. His research spans ethics, political philosophy, global justice, and the philosophy of human rights, with notable focus on cosmopolitan responsibility, AI ethics, and human enhancement. Education: Not explicitly stated in the provided texts. Affiliations: Munich Centre for Ethics (University of Munich) University of Witten-Herdecke (Philosophy, Politics & Economics) His work addresses global structural injustice, moral responsibility, and the ethical implications of emerging technologies like AI. He has authored/co-authored influential books such as Cosmopolitan Responsibility and edited volumes like Philip Kitcher: Moral Progress . Recent research includes critical analyses of AI ethics frameworks and the ethical challenges of human enhancement technologies. Research Trends: His articles emphasize moral agency in global contexts, ethical governance of AI, and interdisciplinary approaches to societal challenges. Key themes include cosmopolitan ethics, technological responsibility, and the philosophical foundations of human rights. Grants & Advising: No specific grants mentioned, but his roles imply institutional support. No advisee names listed. Labs/Teams: Leads research initiatives at the Munich Centre for Ethics, focusing on ethics in technology, global justice, and policy.

• Peacekeeping
• Peacebuilding
• United Nations
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Curran is an Associate Professor at Coventry University's Research Centre for Peace and Security , specializing in United Nations peacekeeping and conflict resolution. His work bridges academic research with practitioner communities, focusing on training programs for military peacekeepers, Protection of Civilians (PoC) , and rapid-reaction peacebuilding forces like African Union standby brigades and UN specialized capabilities . PhD in Peace Studies, University of Bradford Active in EU-funded projects (e.g., IN-COPS on work-based learning) 2024 research includes Civil Wars article on PoC training Research trends show emphasis on hybrid peacekeeping models , citizen security engagement , and technological innovations for polarized contexts. He co-authored 2024 reports on UK public security perceptions and policymaker security definitions. Scientific Awards Coventry University Supervisory Team of the Year (2022) Curran actively contributes to policy debates through 27 recorded activities (2012-2024), including keynote speeches at the BISA 2024 Annual Conference and workshops on deliberate technologies. His 30+ research outputs span peacekeeping training frameworks, PoC strategies, and multilateral security approaches.

John Pallisterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Volcanology
• Volcanic emergency
• Volcano monitoring
• +۷ مورد دیگر

John Pallister is a Research Geologist at the USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory and leader of the Next-Generation Volcano Hazard Assessment project. He previously served as Chief of the USGS-USAID Volcano Disaster Assistance Program (VDAP) from 2004-2018 and has held adjunct professor positions at multiple universities worldwide including University of Colorado, University of Arizona, Portland State University, Nanyang Technical University, Université Blaise Pascal, University of Pittsburgh, and University of Hawaii Center for the Study of Active Volcanism. Ph.D., 1980, Geology - University of California, Santa Barbara, CA B.Sc., 1974, Geology - Emory University, Atlanta, GA Federal Executive Institute, U.S. Federal Executive Qualification, 1996 Dr. Pallister's research spans volcanology, volcanic emergency response, monitoring techniques, forecasting methodologies, and petrology. His work focuses on improving volcano hazard assessment and early warning systems through innovative monitoring approaches and international collaboration. He has been instrumental in developing best practices for volcano observatories worldwide and has contributed significantly to understanding volcanic processes during major eruptions including Mount St. Helens, Pinatubo, Merapi, and Chaitén. His expertise bridges scientific research with practical disaster risk reduction strategies. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to volcanic hazard assessment, eruption forecasting, and monitoring technologies. The articles show an evolution from fundamental petrologic studies of ophiolites and magma chambers to applied research on eruption forecasting, satellite monitoring techniques, and volcano observatory best practices. A clear trend emerges toward increasingly collaborative, interdisciplinary research focused on practical applications for volcanic risk reduction. U.S. Geological Survey: G.K. Gilbert fellowships for research on Precambrian Ophiolites (1984-1986) U.S. Geological Survey: G.K. Gilbert fellowships for petrologic studies of Mount Pinatubo (1994-1995) 1992 University of Arizona: Lowell Distinguished Field Geologist 1999 U.S. Vice Presidential Hammer Award for work on the National Atlas 2000 U.S. Geological Survey Customer Service Award University of California, Santa Barbara: Distinguished Alumnus Award 2006 U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) Distinguished Service Award 2016 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medal, Finalist Dr. Pallister has advised numerous graduate students across multiple institutions, serving on PhD committees for research on mantle xenoliths, caldera petrology, geomorphology, and remote sensing applications in volcanology. His policy contributions include serving on Science and Program Committees for USGS-INGV-IAVCEI Volcano Observatory Best Practices Workshops, providing external advisory services for the DOMERAPI project on Merapi Volcano, and delivering briefings to high-level officials including the Indonesian Vice President and Chilean President Michelle Bachelet during volcanic crises. He has testified before U.S. Congress on geologic hazards and mapping. As leader of the Next-Generation Volcano Hazard Assessment project and former Chief of VDAP, Dr. Pallister directs teams focused on improving volcanic crisis response capabilities worldwide. His work with the USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory involves monitoring active volcanoes in the Pacific Northwest, while his international collaborations through VDAP have strengthened volcano monitoring capabilities in numerous countries facing volcanic threats.

Lucio Espositoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مهمان

• Inequality
• Poverty
• Wellbeing
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Lucio Esposito is a Visiting Associate Professor at the University of East Anglia (UEA), affiliated with the School of Global Development. He holds memberships in the Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research, the Behavioural and Experimental Development Economics group, and the Literacy and Development Group. With a PhD in Economics (2010), his research focuses on inequality, poverty, wellbeing, health, and education, emphasizing Latin America and Southern Africa. He directs UEA's MA and BA programs in International Development and teaches courses like 'Economics of Development' and 'Welfare and Evaluation for Development.' His recent projects include DFID-funded studies on income inequality and growth-poverty linkages, as well as Wellcome Trust-funded research on health and morbidity. He currently supervises six PhD students exploring topics such as fiscal policy, youth aspirations, and health equity. Key research areas include relative deprivation measurement, Sen's capability approach, and cross-country methodologies. His work bridges theoretical and empirical analysis, with a focus on primary data collection. Notable collaborations involve institutions in Mexico, Mozambique, and other regions. Lucio’s publications span political ideologies, health disparities, and policy impacts, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to development challenges.

Obinna Edejiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• International Human Rights Law
• Children’s Rights
• Socio-Economic Rights
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Obinna Edeji is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Buckingham's School of Law, part of the Faculty of Computing, Law and Psychology. He holds an LLB and BL from Nigeria, an LLM from the University of Aberdeen, and a PhD from the University of Exeter. Previously a practicing lawyer in Nigeria, he transitioned to academia as a Postgraduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Exeter and an Associate Lecturer at the University of Arden. At Buckingham, he leads modules on Land Law, International Human Rights Law, and teaches Equity and Trusts. He is the Contact Editor of the Lord Denning Law Journal and Admission Tutor for the LLB program. His research focuses on International Human Rights Law, Children’s Rights, Socio-Economic Rights, and the intersection of economic theories (e.g., Capabilities Approach) with human rights. He has presented at conferences such as Queen’s University Belfast’s Human Rights Centre and the University of Strathclyde’s PGR Conference, addressing topics like the theoretical basis for education rights and the role of education in countering terrorism. Dr Edeji’s interdisciplinary work bridges legal frameworks with socio-economic analysis, emphasizing practical implementation strategies through civil society collaboration. His recent publications explore neoliberal policies’ impact on education rights and the nexus between human dignity and human rights.

William Kleiberمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Spatial Statistics
• Geostatistics
• Uncertainty Quantification
• +۵ مورد دیگر

William Kleiber is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in spatial statistics for geophysical applications and renewable energy systems. His work bridges advanced statistical theory with practical environmental challenges, particularly in climate modeling and uncertainty quantification. Education: Ph.D. in Statistics, University of Washington (2010) Dr. Kleiber's research centers on spatial statistics and geostatistics for large-scale nonstationary datasets, with significant contributions to statistical climatology , stochastic weather generators , and uncertainty quantification in geophysical models. His methodologies address critical energy science challenges, including solar irradiance forecasting and renewable resource assessment. Recent work integrates machine learning with spatial statistics to handle massive multivariate environmental data, advancing predictive capabilities for climate extremes and renewable energy systems. His 2023-2025 publications reveal a strong trend toward hybrid statistical-machine learning approaches for environmental data, emphasizing uncertainty-aware predictions in snow hydrology, sea surface temperature reconstruction, and extreme weather events. This work consistently tackles the computational and theoretical challenges of high-dimensional spatial processes. Scientific Awards: American Statistical Association's Section on Statistics and the Environment 2016 Young Investigator Award Dr. Kleiber has served on the Board of Directors for The International Environmetrics Society and the American Statistical Association's Section on Statistics and the Environment, and contributed to editorial boards of leading statistical journals. His research has been supported by collaborative grants including 'Collaborative Research: Theory and Methods for Highly Multivariate Spatial Processes with Applications to Climate Data Science' (2018) and 'Scalable Statistical Validation for Large Spatio-Temporal Datasets' (2014). Current projects focus on integrating deep learning with spatial statistics for renewable energy forecasting and climate risk assessment. He maintains active international collaborations, evidenced by his 2016 Lebesgue Chair visiting professorship at University of Rennes 1, France, and partnerships with the National Center for Atmospheric Research where he previously conducted postdoctoral research.

Paris Kalathasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer Science Education
• Computational Thinking
• K-12 Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paris Kalathas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Cal Poly's College of Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in computer science and joined Cal Poly after being inspired by its educational culture during a recruitment presentation. His research focuses on training K-12 educators to teach computational thinking, emphasizing its role in fostering problem-solving skills and societal adaptation to technological advancements. Research Interests: Kalathas is passionate about advancing computational thinking education, particularly how methodical problem-solving approaches can shape youth development. He advocates for integrating computer science into broader curricula to enhance analytical capabilities amid growing technological complexity. Teaching Philosophy: He emphasizes student 'aha' moments as the most rewarding aspect of teaching, prioritizing curiosity-driven learning and self-efficacy. He encourages engineering students to pursue societal impact through innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Commitment to JEDI: Kalathas actively engages in diversity, equity, and inclusion training, incorporating JEDI principles into teaching and research through college workshops and self-reflection practices.

Daniel Christoph Volkeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Microbiology
• Synthetic Biology
• Genetic Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel Christoph Volke is a CO-PI and Senior Researcher at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Biosustainability, Technical University of Denmark, where he leads research in Systems Environmental Microbiology. His work focuses on applying synthetic biology approaches to engineer microbial systems for sustainable bioproduction and environmental applications. Dr. Volke's research expertise spans several key areas: Microbial engineering of Pseudomonas putida and other bacterial chassis CRISPR-based genome editing and metabolic engineering Development of high-throughput screening methods for enzyme discovery Engineering microbial systems for biocatalysis and chemical production His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on advancing synthetic biology tools and applications, particularly in developing microbial platforms for sustainable chemical production and environmental remediation. His work integrates systems biology approaches with genetic engineering to create novel microbial catalysts that contribute to UN Sustainable Development Goals. Dr. Volke actively supervises multiple PhD students working on cutting-edge projects in microbial engineering and synthetic biology, with research spanning biodegradation capabilities, genome reduction, and metabolic pathway engineering.

• History of Social and Political Philosophy
• Feminist Philosophy
• Ancient Philosophy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sandrine Bergès is a Professor of Philosophy at Bilkent University in Ankara, Turkey, and currently on leave as a British Academy Global Professor at the University of York (2024–2028). Her work focuses on the history of moral and political philosophy, with a particular emphasis on ancient (Plato, Aristotle, Stoics), medieval (Heloise, Christine de Pizan), early modern (Margaret Cavendish), and 18th-century thinkers (Wollstonecraft, Sophie de Grouchy, Olympe de Gouges). She also engages with contemporary feminist philosophy and the capability approach. Bergès earned her Ph.D. from the University of Leeds in 2000 and has held teaching positions at institutions including King’s College London and St Andrews. Research Interests: History of political philosophy Feminist philosophy and gender studies Republican theory and 18th-century revolutionary thought Domesticity and political participation Awards and Recognition: Emma Goldman Snowball Award (Flax Foundation, 2022) Newton Mobility Fellowship (co-recipient) Hypatia Grant Professional Contributions: Co-founder of the Turkish-European Network for the Study of Women Philosophers Co-founder of SWIP-TR (Society for Women in Philosophy, Turkey) Member of Project Vox and the New Narratives Project Bergès has authored or edited multiple books, including Liberty in Their Names: The Women Philosophers of the French Revolution (2022) and Olympe de Gouges (Cambridge UP, 2022). Her research bridges historical and contemporary debates, emphasizing marginalized voices in philosophy.

Sittimont Kanjanabootraمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Construction Management
• Knowledge Management Systems
• Building Information Modelling
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sittimont Kanjanabootra is a Senior Lecturer in Construction Management (Building) at the School of Architecture and Built Environment, University of Newcastle, Australia. With a background as a practicing Design Mechanical and Construction Engineer, he brings practical industry experience to his academic role, having worked on diverse projects including high-rise apartment complexes, warehouses, shopping centers, and hotel renovations. His research focuses on addressing persistent challenges in the construction industry through innovative technological solutions. Dr. Kanjanabootra holds a Doctor of Philosophy from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, where his thesis on engineering knowledge management systems was nominated for the Australian Professors Award for most outstanding thesis. His educational background also includes a Bachelor of Science (Technical Education - Mechanical Engineering) and a Master of Science (Technical Education - Mechanical Technology), both from King Mongkut's Institute of Technology in Thailand. His research interests span Ontologies of Construction Knowledge, Effectiveness of Information and Knowledge Sharing in Construction Projects, Improved Design and Domain Knowledge Sharing in Construction, Construction Management in Asia, Off-Site Manufacturing in Construction, and Construction Knowledge Management Systems. He applies methodologies such as big data applications, ontological analysis, and knowledge management best practices to solve industry problems like design errors, time delays, and cost overruns. His work bridges the gap between academic research and practical industry application, with a focus on creating tangible improvements in construction processes. Analysis of Dr. Kanjanabootra's recent publications reveals a strong focus on applying digital technologies to construction challenges, particularly big data analytics and knowledge management systems. His work increasingly addresses sustainability concerns in construction, including building component reuse, energy efficiency in educational buildings, and urban village development. The research demonstrates a clear progression from theoretical knowledge management frameworks to practical applications in real-world construction settings, with growing international collaboration evident in recent publications. Thesis nominated for the Australian Professors Award for most outstanding thesis Recipient of multiple research grants totaling $1,426,859 across 16 projects Lead researcher on Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade funded projects including Disaster Resilience Education Capacity Building in Latin America Dr. Kanjanabootra has successfully supervised 8 PhD students to completion and currently mentors 4 additional doctoral candidates. His research has attracted significant funding, including a $620,000 grant from Hansen Yuncken Pty Ltd for studying safety behavior in construction professionals and a $364,096 Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade grant for Resilient Water Solutions for Coastal Communities. His collaborative approach is evident in projects spanning multiple countries and disciplines, particularly in disaster resilience and sustainable construction practices. Dr. Kanjanabootra leads and participates in interdisciplinary research teams focused on construction innovation, including collaborations with international partners from Latin America, Asia, and Europe. His work with the Applied Informatics Research Group demonstrates his commitment to developing practical technological solutions for industry challenges, particularly in knowledge management and process optimization within construction environments.

• Didactics
• Special Pedagogy
• Learning Environments
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Piergiuseppe Ellerani is a Full Professor at the University of Bologna's Department of Education Studies 'Giovanni Maria Bertin', specializing in Didactics and Special Pedagogy (PAED-02/A). His research focuses on learning environments, curricula design, and competency development in formal/non-formal systems, emphasizing Participatory Action Research and the Capability Approach. He leads projects on territorial pedagogy, sustainability, and teacher training, collaborating with institutions in Italy, China, and Ecuador. Education: PhD in Cognitive Pedagogy (dissertation on metacognitive effects of cooperative learning). Since 1993, he has been involved in teacher training within Italian school systems. He coordinates international research initiatives funded by the Italian Ministry and private entities, including studies on educational ecosystems and AI integration in instruction. Research Interests: - Pedagogy of Territories - Human Development Capabilities - Technology-Enhanced Learning Environments - Professional Learning Communities - Integral Ecology in Education - Lifelong Learning Systems Grants & Projects: - PRIN 2009: Quality of Research in Social Pedagogy - 'Territorial Learning: The Case of Terra d'Arneo' (2021–2023) - UNESCO-linked capability approach applications - Ecuadorian Teacher Profiling Project - Smart Learning Extended Environment initiatives Affiliations: - Director, 'Futures of Didactics' book series (Armando Editore) - Member of SIPED, ASCD, HDCA - Scientific Board roles at Benevento Community Foundation and Cenommi Foundation Labs/Teams: - Leading the 'Capability Ecosystem' research group - Collaborator in the Gal Terra d'Arneo educational innovation project - Co-founder of the Ecosistema Formativo Capacitante (EDAC) initiative