جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

David Anekweمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Distributed Health Professions Education
• Interdisciplinary Pedagogy
• Student Learning Outcomes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Anekwe is an Assistant Professor of Teaching and Academic Site Lead for the Master of Physical Therapy North (MPT-N) program at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC), located in Prince George. He holds an Affiliate Lecturer position in the Northern Medical Program and oversees academic operations for the MPT-N program. His clinical background includes roles as Clinical Head at Federal Medical Centre, Nigeria, and teaching at McGill University’s MPT Program. Education: PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences (McGill University), MPT-N Academic Site Lead, postdoctoral training at Concordia University. Research shifted from respiratory physiology and critical care rehabilitation to distributed health professions education and student learning outcomes. Key responsibilities include managing MPT-N academic operations, coordinating Cardiorespiratory content, and training Clinical Skill Assistants. His recent publications focus on ICU mobilization strategies, rural health disparities, and critical care educational tools. Collaborations include contributions to Canadian cardiovascular rehabilitation guidelines and development of learning needs assessment tools for physiotherapists.

Assem Hassanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Engineering
• Concrete Technology
• Sustainable Materials
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Assem Hassan is a Professor in Civil Engineering at Memorial University's Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. His research pioneers eco-friendly construction materials, particularly waste-tyre rubber applications in concrete for seismic and impact resistance. Key investigations include structural behavior of large-scale elements under static/seismic loads, ductility enhancement, and service-life prediction. He develops self-consolidating/high-performance concrete using industrial byproducts and fibers. Publications extensively cover rubberized concrete performance, fiber reinforcement synergies, and cold-temperature material behavior. His work advances sustainable infrastructure through waste valorization and durability optimization.

• Knee Osteoarthritis
• Biomechanics
• Rehabilitation Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Monica Maly is a Part-Time Associate Professor in Rehabilitation Science within the Faculty of Health Sciences at McMaster University. Her academic profile demonstrates extensive expertise in biomechanics and rehabilitation, with particular focus on knee osteoarthritis research. She maintains an active research program with numerous recent publications spanning rheumatology, biomechanics, and rehabilitation science. Dr. Maly's research interests center on understanding the biomechanical and physiological factors contributing to knee osteoarthritis progression and developing effective interventions. Her work examines knee joint mechanics, muscle strength and capacity, gait analysis, pain management strategies, and the impact of exercise interventions on OA symptoms. She has conducted significant research on sex differences in OA, racial disparities in pain experiences, and the relationship between obesity, inflammation, and joint function. Her methodological approaches include biomechanical analysis, clinical trials, systematic reviews, and innovative technologies like soft robotics for knee bracing. Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on understanding knee osteoarthritis mechanisms through biomechanical and physiological lenses, with increasing attention to social determinants of health and health disparities. Her work spans multiple disciplines including rheumatology, biomechanics, rehabilitation science, and public health, demonstrating interdisciplinary collaboration. Key trends include examining racial disparities in pain experiences, developing novel interventions like soft robotic knee braces, and investigating the complex relationships between joint loading, biomarkers, and cartilage changes. Dr. Maly has collaborated extensively with researchers across multiple institutions, as evidenced by her numerous publications in high-impact journals such as Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, Arthritis & Rheumatology, and Clinical Biomechanics. Her work often utilizes data from large longitudinal studies including the Osteoarthritis Initiative and the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, her extensive publication record suggests successful funding of multiple research projects.

• Food Science
• Food Processing
• Novel Non-thermal Processing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anubhav Pratap-Singh is an Associate Professor in the Food, Nutrition and Health department within the Faculty of Land and Food Systems at the University of British Columbia, where he holds the Food and Beverage Innovation Professorship. He leads the UBC Food Process Engineering Laboratory and his research spans environmental and natural resources economics, food chemistry (including fermentation), and natural resource management. His primary research interests focus on agri-food transformation, cold plasma food engineering, food processing, functional foods, heat transfer, high pressure mass transfer, novel non-thermal processing, nutraceuticals, pasteurization, and pulsed light sterilization. Dr. Pratap-Singh's work addresses fundamental questions about the impact of food processing on food quality, how technology can maximize desirable effects while minimizing deleterious ones to feed the growing global population, and how to ensure food safety and nutrition for all socioeconomic groups. His research program is organized around three main pillars: developing novel processing technologies for food preservation, developing technologies for food fortification, and modeling the human GI tract to understand the interaction between food processing and human health. He has made significant contributions to sonic mixing technology for thermal processing and pulsed UV light processing for food surface decontamination, with particular expertise in processing of liquid particulate matter. Dr. Pratap-Singh has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, including the Banting Fellowship (2016) and Green College Leading Scholar award (2017). His work has been recognized with the Young Entrepreneur Award (2009), IFTPS Graduate Scholar designation (2014), and Gold Medal from the Institute for Thermal Processing Specialists (2014), among other fellowships and honors. He is affiliated with the BioProducts Institute and Materials and Manufacturing Research Institute at UBC, and supervises graduate students in Food Science (MSc and PhD programs). His laboratory focuses on interdisciplinary research that addresses critical challenges in food science, with implications for feeding the projected 10 billion people by 2050 while countering negative public perceptions around processed foods.

• Digital Strategy
• Business-IT Alignment
• Digital Entrepreneurship
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yolande E. Chan is the Dean and James McGill Professor at McGill University's Desautels Faculty of Management. She previously served as Associate Dean of Research and held the E. Marie Shantz Chair at Queen’s University’s Smith School of Business. Her academic career spans roles in research leadership, including Associate Vice-Principal (Research) at Queen’s and directorships in innovation centers. Chan’s expertise lies in digital strategy, business-IT alignment, and knowledge-driven innovation. She holds a PhD from Western University’s Ivey Business School, an M.Phil. from Oxford (as a Rhodes Scholar), and degrees in Electrical Engineering from MIT. Education: Ph.D. in Business Administration (MIS), Ivey Business School, Western University (1992) M.Phil. in Management Studies, University of Oxford (1984) S.M. & S.B. in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science, MIT (1982) Her research focuses on digital innovation, IT alignment, and strategic improvisation. Over 100 peer-reviewed articles appear in top journals like Journal of Strategic Information Systems and MIS Quarterly . Awards include the AIS LEO Award, Distinguished Cum Laude membership, and the James McGill Professorship. Chan’s work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing technology’s role in fostering agility and societal impact. Her leadership spans grants totaling millions, including SSHRC-funded projects on inclusive innovation and rural economic development. She co-edits the Journal of Strategic Information Systems and advocates for diversity and equity in academia. Chan’s career reflects a commitment to advancing both scholarly rigor and real-world business challenges.

Afsoun Afsahiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Political Theory
• Multiculturalism
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Afsoun Afsahi holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of British Columbia (UBC) and is currently a Post-doctoral Researcher at Goethe-Universität in Germany. She specializes in Political Theory, with a focus on deliberative democracy, multiculturalism, gender dynamics, and innovative research methodologies. Her doctoral work explored deliberative democracy frameworks, multicultural policy evaluation, and gender disparities in civic engagement. Afsahi’s recent research examines regulatory mechanisms for speech in liberal democracies and the application of the all-affected principle through justice frameworks. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of British Columbia Research Interests: Deliberative democracy theory and practice Multiculturalism policy analysis Gender equity in public participation Quantitative and experimental methodology development Ethical speech regulation in pluralist societies Awards: Post-doctoral Fellowship, Goethe-Universität, Germany (2017) Advising & Grants: While specific grant details are not mentioned, her work demonstrates sustained engagement with foundational research questions in political theory and applied democratic practices. Her academic trajectory reflects a focus on bridging theoretical insights with practical governance challenges.

Margaret E. Schotteمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Modern History
• History of Science and Technology
• Maritime History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Margaret E. Schotte is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at York University. She holds appointments as a YCAR Faculty Fellow and IHPST Associate Member in the Graduate Faculty. Her academic roles include serving on the Faculty of Graduate Studies and co-organizing the Joint York-University of Toronto Seminar in French History (2021–present). Schotte earned a PhD and MA from Princeton University, an MA from the University of Toronto, and a BA from Harvard University. Research Focus: Early modern history, history of science/technology, maritime history, colonial trade networks, and digital humanities. Key Project: Principal Investigator for the SSHRC Insight Grant-funded project "Sailing for the French: Labour, Trade, and Mobility in the Indian Ocean World" (2022–2027), leveraging ArcGIS and digital humanities. Publications: Award-winning book Sailing School: Navigating Science and Skill, 1550-1800 (2019), analyzing nautical knowledge development among early modern sailors. Her research explores how mariners acquired scientific expertise through manuscripts, classrooms, and shipboard practices, emphasizing the interplay between practical skills and societal impacts. She also investigates colonial trade networks and reinterprets 18th-century merchant records using digital tools. Schotte serves on advisory boards for the International Journal of Maritime History , ERC Rutter Project, Prize Papers Project, and Navy Records Society (UK). Teaching and leadership include roles at the Canadian Nautical Research Society as Councillor and editorial board member (2018–2025). Her work bridges historical scholarship with modern digital methods, focusing on maritime labor, globalization, and knowledge dissemination.

Taco Nietمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Energy Systems Modelling
• Energy Storage Technologies
• Renewable Energy Integration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Taco Niet is an Associate Professor in the School of Sustainable Energy Engineering at Simon Fraser University. His research focuses on energy systems modelling, energy storage technologies, and climate change mitigation strategies. He holds a Ph.D. (2018), M.A.Sc. (2002), and B.Eng. (1998) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Victoria. His work bridges technical innovation with societal implications, particularly in renewable energy integration and policy design. Teaching specialties include instrumentation systems, control systems, and the intersection of technology and society. Courses taught span undergraduate and graduate levels, including energy policy frameworks and engineering laboratory practices. He actively contributes to open-source energy modelling tools like OSeMOSYS and CLEWs Global, emphasizing transparency and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent research emphasizes grid flexibility, decarbonization pathways, and equity in energy transitions. Notable projects include analyzing Canadian consumer preferences for zero-emission vehicles and evaluating hydrogen's role in energy storage. His work often involves international collaboration, addressing challenges in both developed and developing regions. Professional affiliations include leadership roles in sustainable energy education and engagement with industry partners. The Delta-E Research Group under his direction focuses on applied energy solutions. Current initiatives explore multiphysics energy systems and policy impacts on land-use patterns.

Kristin A Andrewsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animal Cognition
• Philosophy of Animal Minds
• Animal Ethics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kristin A Andrews serves as Professor of Philosophy and York Research Chair in Animal Minds at York University in Toronto, Canada. She is a CIFAR Fellow in the Future Flourishing program and will join the CUNY Graduate Center as Professor in Fall 2025. Her interdisciplinary work bridges philosophy, cognitive science, and animal ethics to investigate nonhuman animal capacities. Her educational background includes a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Minnesota and an MA in Philosophy from Western Michigan University. Professor Andrews' research centers on the cognitive, affective, social, and cultural capacities of nonhuman animals. She pioneers frameworks for identifying social norms in animal communities, arguing these predate human language. Her work spans animal consciousness, morality, legal personhood, and conservation implications—challenging anthropocentric views through empirical and theoretical analysis. She actively develops implications for animal welfare policy and multispecies ethics. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal three dominant trends: (1) Advocating for the 'All Animals Are Conscious' hypothesis to shift consciousness science's null hypothesis; (2) Developing dimensional frameworks for cross-species normativity studies; (3) Addressing methodological biases like the WEIRD problem in comparative cognition. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates philosophy, primatology, and cognitive neuroscience. Key honors include: York Research Chair in Animal Minds CIFAR Fellowship (Future Flourishing program) Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars membership (2015) Visiting Professorships at LSE (2021-2022), Ruhr-Universität Bochum (2022-2025), and Università Degli Studi di Cagliari (2023) Professor Andrews coordinates the Greater Toronto Area Animal Cognition Discussion Group and serves on the Borneo Orangutan Society Canada board. She co-authored the New York Declaration on Animal Consciousness—endorsed by 39 scholars—and engages public discourse through media like TVO interviews. Her grant activity focuses on CIFAR-funded projects examining animal social cognition and norm evolution. She leads collaborative initiatives including the 'week of animal social norms' research with international teams studying chimpanzees, dolphins, and rats. Her upcoming book on social norm evolution and ongoing work with the OCTOPUS Act advocacy group demonstrate active research expansion into policy applications.

Christopher De Sousaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Brownfields Redevelopment
• Sustainability
• Environmental Management and Planning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christopher De Sousa is a Professor at the School of Urban and Regional Planning, Toronto Metropolitan University, where he has served as school director (2011–2018) and associate director (2022–2024). He previously held roles at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the University of Toronto, where he earned his BA, MScPL, and PhD. His expertise spans brownfields redevelopment, sustainability, environmental management, and park planning. Education: BA in Environment and Resource Management (University of Toronto) MSc in Planning (University of Toronto) PhD in Geography (University of Toronto) Research Interests: Dr. De Sousa's work focuses on brownfields redevelopment, sustainability reporting, parks planning, and green building strategies. His multidisciplinary approach integrates environmental science, policy analysis, and urban design to address challenges in contaminated land reuse and sustainable urban development. Current projects include a SSHRC-funded study on brownfields financing in Canada. Grants & Awards: Recipient of Canada’s Brownfielder of the Year (2018) SSHRC Insight Grant for brownfields financing research ATSDR Honor Award for public health service (2014) Labs & Initiatives: He leads the Brownfields Research Lab (brownfieldsresearchlab.com) and collaborates with organizations like the Canadian Brownfields Network and the ATSDR Brownfields/Land Reuse Health Initiative. His work bridges academia and practice, informing policy and urban planning strategies globally.

George Karakostasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Scientific Computing
• Optimization
• Theoretical Computer Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. George Karakostas is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computing and Software at McMaster University. His research focuses on Scientific Computing, Optimization, and Theoretical Computer Science, with a particular emphasis on algorithms, scheduling, and resource management in data centers and mobile networks. He is actively involved in advising graduate students and contributes to cutting-edge research in digital twins, edge computing, and approximation algorithms. Dr. Karakostas holds a PhD (implied by title) and has authored numerous publications addressing challenges in workload distribution, thermal management, and task scheduling under deadline constraints. His work often intersects with practical applications in IoT, wireless networks, and energy-efficient infrastructure. Key research trends include optimizing resource allocation in distributed systems, developing efficient offloading strategies for mobile devices, and leveraging digital twins for system performance enhancement. Despite the volume of his publications, the focus consistently revolves around theoretical rigor paired with real-world applicability. Dr. Karakostas is affiliated with the Digital & Smart Systems research cluster and teaches advanced courses such as CAS 744: Advanced Topics in Design of Algorithms (Theory). His contact information includes karakos@mcmaster.ca and a faculty profile page at www.cas.mcmaster.ca/~gk.

• Project Management
• International Development
• Infrastructure Delivery
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lavagnon Ika is a Full Professor of Project Management at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa. He serves as MSc Program Director for both Management and Health Systems Programs and is the Founding Director of the Major Projects Observatory. With a joint doctoral program background from Université du Québec (UQAM) and affiliations with institutions in France, Australia, China, Benin, Senegal, South Africa, and Ghana, he bridges global research and practice in project management. BAC C (Collège Père-Aupiais) B.B.A. (Institut National d'Économie) BAC G2 (National Examination) M.Sc. (UQO) Ph.D. (UQAM) His research focuses on major infrastructure delivery, project behavior, risk management, and tackling grand challenges like climate change through projects. He is recognized as a world leader in global development project management, particularly for World Bank and Global Affairs Canada-funded initiatives in Africa. Professor Ika has authored over 65 peer-reviewed papers and co-authored a book on fuzzy projects (McGraw-Hill, 2023). His work appears in top journals like International Journal of Project Management and World Development , with over 5,280 Google Scholar citations and 173,000 ResearchGate reads. He serves as Associate Editor for the International Journal of Project Management . IPMA Global Research Award (2017, 2022) Emerald Outstanding Paper Award (2017) Telfer Established Researcher Award (2021) Finalist - UK APM Research Paper of the Year (2023) He has supervised over 70 graduate students globally and contributed to policy-making as a World Bank Fellow (2021) and Carnegie African Diaspora Fellow (2022). His advisory roles include SSHRC, FQRSC, and PMI grant adjudication committees. Current funded projects total over $296,500, including SSHRC grants and industry partnerships. As an Extraordinary Professor at the University of Pretoria and contributor to Cambridge University Press' upcoming Handbook on Project Behavior , he advances cross-disciplinary collaboration. His teaching spans B.Com to PhD levels across five continents, with consulting clients like Transport Canada and the African Capacity Building Foundation.

Michael Campbellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nature-Based Tourism
• Outdoor Recreation
• Environmental Impact Mitigation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michael Campbell is a Professor in the Department of Environment and Geography at the University of Manitoba, part of the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography and Planning from the University of Waterloo (1996), an M.A. in Geography from the University of Manitoba (1986), and a B.A. in Geography from the University of Manitoba (1980). Research Focus: Dr. Campbell investigates relationships between nature-based tourism, outdoor recreation, and environmental conservation. Key areas include: Mitigating tourism impacts in natural ecosystems Human-wildlife conflict resolution (e.g., Manitoba's 'Bear Smart' initiative) Community-based tourism as a conservation tool in Uganda/Tanzania Park management strategies and visitor experience optimization Publication Trends: His recent work centers on sustainable tourism development, wildlife management methodologies, and community livelihood enhancement through education partnerships, with strong applications in North American and African contexts. Field Programs: Directs ongoing field courses in Banff National Park facilitating student research collaborations with Parks Canada.

Miguel F. Anjosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mathematical Optimization
• Smart Grids
• Operations Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Miguel F. Anjos is Professor and Chair of Operational Research at the School of Mathematics, University of Edinburgh , and holds the NSERC-Hydro-Québec-Schneider Electric Industrial Research Chair on Optimization for Smart Grids at Polytechnique Montréal. He received his B.Sc. (1992), M.S. (1994), and Ph.D. (2001) from McGill, Stanford, and Waterloo respectively. Research Theme Head of Data and Decisions at Edinburgh Founding Director of Trottier Institute for Energy Editor-in-Chief of Optimization and Engineering Research Interests: His work bridges mathematical optimization with smart grid applications , focusing on conic optimization, optimal power flow, demand response, and facility layout. He applies these techniques to energy storage, electric transportation, and industrial systems. Scientific Awards: Méritas Teaching Award (2012) Humboldt Research Fellowship (2009) Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2013) Elected Fellow of EUROPT and Canadian Academy of Engineering Academic Service: Served on Mathematical Optimization Society Council, SIAM Activity Group on Optimization, INFORMS Optimization Society Vice-Chair, and Mitacs Research Review Committee. Hosts benchmark datasets: QAPLIB, FLPLIB, Jones Benchmark.

• Sustainability Education
• Environmental and Sustainability Education
• Climate Change Adaptation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Blane Harvey is an Associate Professor and William Dawson Scholar in McGill University's Department of Integrated Studies in Education, Faculty of Education. He leads the Leadership and Learning for Sustainability Lab, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the nexus of learning, collaboration, environmental change, and sustainable development. His work emphasizes knowledge co-production, climate justice, and empowering vulnerable communities through participatory methodologies. Dr. Harvey holds academic affiliations with the Bieler School of Environment and the International Institute for Sustainable Development. He serves as an Associate Editor for Climate and Development and Subject Editor for FACETS Journal . His research expertise spans climate adaptation, social learning in transdisciplinary contexts, and the role of universities in sustainability transformations. Education: Advanced degrees in Education and Environmental Studies (specific details not provided) His research interests prioritize: Climate change knowledge systems and communication Social justice in climate action Participatory approaches to sustainability education Global South leadership in climate research Recent publications explore capacity building for knowledge mobilization, equity in climate scholarship, and large-scale sustainability initiatives. His work frequently addresses methodological innovations for assessing social learning in adaptation programs. Awards: William Dawson Scholar (McGill University) Dr. Harvey advises students in doctoral programs (Educational Studies, Education and Society) and collaborates on grants related to climate adaptation and sustainability education. His lab, Leadership and Learning for Sustainability Lab, actively designs interventions to bridge research, policy, and community action.