جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Katerina Harvatiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paleoanthropology
• Human Evolution
• Neanderthal Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Katerina Harvati is a Professor of Paleoanthropology at the Institute for Archaeological Sciences, Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, and Director of the Senckenberg Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment. She holds adjunct positions at the University of Bergen and leads interdisciplinary research on human evolution, including Neanderthal biology, modern human origins, and virtual anthropology methods. Her work integrates genetics, morphology, and environmental data to explore hominin dispersals and adaptation. Education: Ph.D. in Anthropology (City University of New York, 2001), Habilitation (University of Tübingen, 2009). Former roles include Assistant Professor at NYU (2001–2004) and Senior Researcher at the Max Planck Institute (2004–2009). Research focuses on Neanderthal paleobiology, primate evolution, and Southeast European paleoanthropology. Fieldwork in Greece has yielded key findings on Middle Pleistocene hominins and megafauna interactions. Her ERC grants include PaGE (2012–2016), CROSSROADS (2017–2022), and FIRSTSTEPS (2022–2028). Awards: Leibniz Prize (2021), Baden-Württemberg Research Prize (2014), Shanghai Archaeology Award (2023) Leadership: ESHE President, Editor-in-Chief of PaleoAnthropology , Co-director of the DFG Centre 'Words, Bones, Genes, Tools' Labs/Teams: Senckenberg Centre, Tübingen’s Archaeological Sciences Institute, and collaborations in Greece and Norway. Current projects include the MEGAPAL Survey in the Megalopolis Basin and studies on hominin-environment interactions.

Christina Delimitrouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Architecture
• Cloud Computing
• Systems & Networking
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Christina Delimitrou is an Associate Professor at MIT's Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) and a Principal Investigator at the Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). Her research focuses on optimizing cloud computing systems, with a strong emphasis on resource management, sustainability, and machine learning-driven solutions. Delimitrou leads projects on carbon-aware scheduling, efficient datacenter operations, and serverless computing frameworks like Ursa and Ditto. Her work bridges theoretical system design with practical deployment challenges, addressing topics such as microservices orchestration, approximation techniques for resource efficiency, and security implications of multi-tenancy in shared cloud environments. Notably, she received the Presidential Early Career Award for her contributions to improving datacenter efficiency through innovative scheduling and resource allocation strategies. Delimitrou's research group develops tools like Sage (ML-driven performance debugging) and Seer (big data analytics for cloud systems), emphasizing reproducibility and scalability. Her lab also explores edge computing, swarm robotics coordination (e.g., Hivemind), and hardware-software co-design for next-generation systems. Her academic affiliations include MIT CSAIL's Systems Community of Research, where she collaborates on large-scale software systems. Key themes in her work include QoS-aware resource management, sustainable computing practices, and leveraging approximation to enhance cloud resource utilization.

Raymond T. Albertمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Cybersecurity
• Information Security Curriculum Development
• Online Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Raymond T. Albert, Ph.D., is a Professor of Practice in Mathematics and Computer Science and Director of Cybersecurity at Assumption College. He specializes in cybersecurity education, curriculum development, and interdisciplinary security initiatives. His work emphasizes practical applications of cybersecurity through collaborative learning environments and competitive training programs. Serves as Director of Cybersecurity, overseeing academic and operational security initiatives Leads research in SCADA systems security, virtual laboratory development, and K-12 cybersecurity education Active in multi-university collaborations to establish cybersecurity programs Dr. Albert has presented widely on topics including cyber defense competitions, blended learning strategies, and service-learning integration in STEM education. His publications focus on improving cybersecurity education frameworks and practical training methods.

Vikkie McCarthyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Leadership Development
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Business Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vikkie McCarthy is a Professor in the Department of Management and Marketing at Austin Peay State University's College of Business. She holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from the University of Oklahoma (2004), an M.P.A. from Murray State University (1997), and a B.A. in Political Science from Georgia State University (1991). Her research focuses on leadership development, corporate social responsibility, business sustainability, and global management practices. Dr. McCarthy has extensive international experience, having lived and taught in Germany, South Korea, London, Ireland, and Honduras. She serves on advisory boards for Project Yesu and Empty Bowls, emphasizing community engagement and social impact. Her recent work explores flexible work arrangements, telework strategies, and microfinance's role in poverty reduction. Dr. McCarthy has authored over 25 peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Journal of Business Leadership and International Journal of Business Education , addressing topics ranging from sustainable HR practices to inclusive workplace culture. Her academic contributions span business education innovations, such as peer-review pedagogy, and organizational strategies for achieving SDGs through virtual training. She has pioneered research on leadership's role in employee retention and ethics in online management education. Dr. McCarthy’s interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, reflecting her commitment to responsible management education. Despite no formal grants listed, her extensive international collaborations and advisory roles highlight a strong network in applied business research. Future work trends in her portfolio include expanding studies on DEAI (Diversity, Equity, Access, Inclusion) and exploring e-learning dynamics in Tennessee’s tech sector. Her publications consistently emphasize leveraging technology and ethical leadership to drive sustainable business outcomes.

Bruce Wigginsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Audio Engineering
• 3D Audio
• Ambisonics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Bruce Wiggins is an Associate Professor in Audio Engineering at the College of Science and Engineering. His research focuses on spatial audio technologies, including Ambisonics, binaural auralization, and 3D audio systems. Notable projects include the GASP guitar system and WHAM webcam-based head-tracked audio solutions. He has contributed to advancements in microphone array calibration, speaker array modeling, and virtual reality audio integration. His work bridges theory with practical applications in music technology and acoustic engineering. Education: PhD in Audio Engineering (2004). Research Interests: Ambisonics, spatial audio capture and reproduction, 3D audio for virtual reality, binaural rendering, and innovative musical instrument design. His work emphasizes practical implementations such as the GASP guitar system and calibration tools for low-cost microphone arrays. Article Trends: Recent publications address virtual stereo microphone techniques (2024), dynamic electrical systems (2024), and browser-based 3D audio (2023). Earlier work explores head-tracking algorithms (2016–2020) and acoustic modeling for domestic environments (2017). Grants/Advising: No explicit grants listed. Advising details unavailable but has collaborated with numerous researchers on projects like WHAM and GASP. Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams developing spatial audio tools and instruments, including collaborations on virtual reality auralization and ambisonic guitar systems.

Paul Ruvoloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Machine Learning
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Paul Ruvolo is a Professor of Computer Science at Olin College in Needham, MA. His research focuses on developing assistive technologies for people with sensory and motor impairments, leveraging machine learning, robotics, and computer vision. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of California San Diego, and a B.S. in Computer Science from Harvey Mudd College. Key research areas include creating systems that learn through imitation and experience, such as navigation aids for the visually impaired and educational tools for orientation and mobility. He leads projects like Co-Designing Assistive Apps with Students Who Are Blind, emphasizing participatory design. His work integrates Bayesian statistics, numerical optimization, and linear algebra to solve complex sensorimotor tasks. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science and Engineering, UC San Diego M.S., Computer Science and Engineering, UC San Diego B.S., Computer Science, Harvey Mudd College Awards: NSF IGERT Fellowship for 'Learning and Vision in Humans and Machines' Recent publications highlight innovations in AR navigation systems, smartphone-based SLAM for indoor environments, and educational tools for blind users. His work bridges computational methods with real-world accessibility challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and user-centric design. Dr. Ruvolo’s lab, linked at occam.olin.edu , focuses on assistive technologies. He actively contributes to Teach Access and other initiatives promoting inclusive technology education. His research has applications in robotics, healthcare, and educational technology.

Maria Laura CARRANZAمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecology
• Remote Sensing
• Plant Invasion Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Maria Laura CARRANZA is a Full Professor at the University of Molise, Department of Biosciences and Territory. Her work focuses on ecology, remote sensing, and environmental conservation, particularly in Mediterranean coastal ecosystems. She leads the Envix Lab, emphasizing vegetation mapping, invasive species dynamics, and climate change impacts. Her research integrates multi-source remote sensing (e.g., Sentinel, UAVs) with field data to assess biodiversity, dune ecosystems, and human-environment interactions. Key projects include monitoring plant invasions (e.g., Acacia saligna), coastal resilience, and citizen science contributions to ecological data collection. Education background and formal qualifications are not explicitly detailed in the provided text. Her research spans over 15 years, with recent emphasis on Mediterranean dunes, urban biodiversity, and global change effects on alpine grasslands. She collaborates internationally, notably in Argentina (Gran Chaco forests) and Pakistan (yak herding dynamics). Research interests include functional traits of plant communities, spectral diversity metrics, and conservation strategies for threatened ecosystems. Her work highlights the role of protected areas in mitigating litter accumulation and preserving cultural services. She has contributed to policy frameworks like Natura 2000 and the EU’s Invasive Species Directive through applied research. Publications emphasize the synergy between remote sensing and field ecology, with over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2016. Her work on Acacia saligna invasion models and dune eco-geomorphology via UAVs has advanced management practices. She also explores educational innovations, such as online course efficacy for field subjects like bird recognition.

• Human-Machine Interaction (HMI)
• Augmented Reality (AR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Overview ASSILA Ahlem is a Researcher-Lecturer at CESI, specializing in Human-Machine Interaction (HMI), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR). She holds a PhD in Computer Science from Université de Valenciennes (2016) and a postdoctoral position at Institut Image ARTS ET METIERS PARISTECH (2017). Her research focuses on usability evaluation, digital twin technology, and BIM-integrated XR systems. She has supervised multiple engineering and master’s projects, including AR application development for network management. Research Contributions Developed frameworks for integrating subjective/objective usability metrics using ISO standards Proposed maturity models for BIM-based AR/VR systems Explored digital twin applications in manufacturing and construction industries Education & Responsibilities Teaches computer science at all engineering levels (L1-M2) at CESI Reims, including algorithmics, HMI design, and project-based learning. Served as pilot for engineering program cycles (2017–2020). Active in organizing international conferences (e.g., HCI 2020, Flexible Automation 2018) and peer review for journals like IJISE and IEEE VR. Awards & Recognition No specific awards listed, but recognized for contributions to HCI and industry-relevant research. Advising & Grants Supervised over 10 student projects including PFEs and internships. Actively participates in jury panels for engineering thesis defenses and academic promotions across multiple institutions. Labs & Collaborations Member of the CESI Chair for Industry and Services of Tomorrow, focusing on technology integration in construction and manufacturing sectors.

Harmen Oppewalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Consumer Behaviour
• Retail Marketing
• Choice Models
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Harmen Oppewal is a Professor of Marketing at Monash Business School, Monash University. He holds a PhD from Eindhoven University of Technology and degrees in geography and social psychology from the University of Groningen. His research focuses on consumer behavior in retail, tourism, and urban planning contexts, employing experimental, modeling, and interpretative methods. He has served as Head of the Marketing Department (2012–2018) and is actively involved with the Monash Business Behavioural Lab since 2010. Education : PhD, Urban Planning, Eindhoven University of Technology Master's/Master of Science in Geography and Social Psychology, University of Groningen Research Interests : Consumer behavior, choice modeling, experimental research, retail marketing, tourism, pricing strategies, and visual attention. His work contributes to SDGs related to sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11) and responsible consumption (SDG 12). Recent Articles : Focus on scarcity tactics' impact on consumer decisions, spatial choice modeling, and the integration of VR/eye-tracking in retail research. Key areas include brand perception, tourist behavior, and pricing dynamics. Awards : ANZMAC Distinguished Researcher of the Year (2008) Fellow of ANZMAC (2013) Journal of Retailing Outstanding Reviewer Award (2020) Grants & Supervision : Secured funding from ARC, EU, and industry partners. Supervised over 20 PhD completions. Active on editorial boards of Journal of Retailing , European Journal of Marketing , and Journal of Travel Research . Collaborations : Global partnerships in tourism, urban planning, and consumer behavior research, with projects funded by UK's Advanced Institute of Management and Sustainable Tourism CRC.

Johanne Brunetمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Marketing
• Creativity and Innovation
• Marketing for Cultural Industries
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Johanne Brunet is a faculty member in the Department of Marketing at HEC Montréal, specializing in international marketing, creativity, and cultural industries. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial and Business Studies from the University of Warwick and an MBA from HEC Montréal. Her expertise includes strategic alliances, performance measurement, and marketing innovations in cultural sectors. Education MBA, HEC Montréal Ph.D. (Industrial and Business Studies), University of Warwick Research Interests Her research focuses on cross-border marketing strategies, cultural industry dynamics, and the impact of strategic partnerships in globalized markets. She has published extensively on topics such as international film production, luxury brand performance, and experiential marketing in museums. Articles & Contributions Recent work includes analyses of cultural policy, digital marketing in virtual environments, and strategic challenges in the film and fashion industries. Her 2021 chapter on internationalization in arts marketing highlights cross-cultural business practices. Awards Recipient of the King Charles III Coronation Medal (2023) Teaching & Supervision Professor Brunet teaches courses like 'Strategic Marketing' and 'Tactical Marketing Deployment'. She has supervised over 15 master’s theses and projects, including studies on strategic alliances in streaming platforms, B2B client engagement during the pandemic, and cultural export strategies for Québécois cinema. Affiliations She is an Associate Member of the Carmelle and Rémi Marcoux Chair in Arts Management at HEC Montréal, contributing to academic and policy initiatives in cultural industries.

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Digital Mock-Ups
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Adelaide Marzano is a Lecturer at the School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University, and a Visiting Professor at Pentecost University, Ghana. Her research focuses on manufacturing systems, CAD integration, tolerance analysis, and educational technology. She actively contributes to the Centre for Engineering and Mathematical Modelling, examining topics such as digital twin simulations for industrial ergonomics and e-learning efficacy. She serves as a PhD External Examiner and is a member of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. Affiliations: Edinburgh Napier University (Primary), Pentecost University (Visiting) Key Roles: PhD Examiner, Research Group Member (Centre for Engineering and Mathematical Modelling) Her research spans manufacturing processes, including tolerance-aware product development and virtual reality applications in aerospace training. Recent work includes optimizing distillery operations via digital twin frameworks and investigating student preferences for e-learning tools across UK and Portuguese institutions. She also collaborates with industries like COMAU on ergonomic work cell design. Her current PhD project supervision involves machining optimization of additively manufactured medical components, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to advance manufacturing precision and efficiency.

Panagiotis Fotarisمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Game-Based Learning
• Educational Escape Rooms
• Generative Artificial Intelligence
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Panagiotis Fotaris is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Brighton, School of Architecture, Technology, and Engineering, specializing in Computing and Mathematical Sciences. He leads modules in Game Design, Digital Industries, and Design Thinking, and previously served as Course Leader for BSc Digital Games Development and BSc Computer Science for Games (2018-2022). His academic career includes roles at institutions like King’s College London, University of East London, and the Hellenic Open University. Education: BSc in Informatics and Telecommunications, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (1999) MSc in Distributed and Multimedia Information Systems, Heriot-Watt University (2000) MA in Graphic Arts & Multimedia, Hellenic Open University (2010) PhD in Applied Informatics, University of Macedonia (2011) PgCert in Academic Practice, University of West London Research Interests: Focuses on integrating technology into education through Game-Based Learning, Educational Escape Rooms, Generative AI, and Augmented/Virtual Reality. His work emphasizes frameworks like Room2Educ8 and Design Thinking to enhance learning experiences. He actively chairs international conferences (e.g., ECGBL, ECEL) and serves as an external examiner for multiple universities. Grants & Projects: Led a 2019 Innovate UK-funded project developing cybersecurity-focused escape rooms. His research has produced over 40 peer-reviewed articles (h-index: 11) and includes collaborations with industry partners like Electronic Arts and Ubisoft. Awards: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and Certified Scrum Master (CSM). Recognized for keynote talks on AI in education and organizing global workshops on educational escape rooms. Teaching & Innovation: Integrates gamification, AI, and industry partnerships into teaching. Organized Brighton’s first GAY(M) JAM, fostering LGBTQ+ inclusivity in gaming. Supervised over 100 student projects across UG/PG levels.

Honglin Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gerontological Social Work
• Digital Health Interventions
• Cross-Cultural Care Policies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Honglin Chen is a Professor of Gerontological Social Work at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), based in the Department of Social Sciences within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Business Studies. Her research focuses on digital health interventions, cross-cultural care policies, and aging populations, with a strong emphasis on nonpharmacological interventions for older adults. She leads the Social Work Research and Education team and has contributed to projects like the EU-funded DigiWELL initiative and WHO-commissioned studies on multi-sector collaboration for healthy aging. Her interdisciplinary work integrates social sciences, healthcare, and ethics to advance welfare technologies in geriatric care. Notable collaborations include studies on mild cognitive impairment interventions, caregiver support, and mental health service needs in urban China. She has published extensively in journals such as the Journal of Gerontological Social Work and Ageing International , with a focus on intervention efficacy, policy analysis, and cross-cultural methodologies. Key research interests include gerontological social work, digital health, and the psychosocial impacts of aging. Her work bridges theory and practice, addressing both clinical and policy dimensions of eldercare. Grants and projects highlight her role in shaping innovative eldercare solutions and evidence-based practices.

Marylynn Steckleyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Systems
• Global Health
• Socio-Cultural Determinants of Health
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Marylynn Steckley is an Associate Professor at Carleton University, affiliated with the Arthur Kroeger College of Public Affairs. She holds a Ph.D. in Geography and Migration/Ethnic Relations from Western University, with post-doctoral research in Indigenous Health and Food Systems. Her work bridges socio-cultural and environmental determinants of health, particularly in food systems and global inequities. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Haiti, Thailand, and Cambodia, focusing on food sovereignty, climate resilience, and gender equity. Education: B.A., Brock University (Human Geography/English Literature) M.A., University of Waterloo (Human Geography/International Development) Ph.D., Western University (Geography and Migration/Ethnic Relations) Post-Doc, Western University (Indigenous Health and Food Systems) Research Interests: Dr. Steckley’s research focuses on two streams: 1) Food systems and health equity, including political ecology of commodities like coconut water and community-based food sovereignty assessments in Haiti; and 2) Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in higher education pedagogy, emphasizing virtual experiential learning and climate-friendly global connections. Her work critiques food security paradigms that perpetuate dependency, advocating for frameworks centering community agency and environmental sustainability. Global Engagement: Her international experience includes disaster response coordination post-2004 tsunami in Thailand, policy analysis in international development, and over five years living in Haiti. She collaborates with communities to design participatory research tools addressing food systems and health. Teaching Innovations: She co-edits a forthcoming volume on critical pedagogies in Global Development Studies and explores creative methods to enhance student well-being and equity in education. Her research on EDI in Students as Partners (SaP) programs at Carleton highlights inclusive academic practices.

Vedhus Hoskereمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Image Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vedhus Hoskere is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Houston. His research focuses on interdisciplinary areas at the intersection of civil engineering, computer science, and robotics, emphasizing automated infrastructure inspection, machine learning, and AI-driven solutions for structural health monitoring. He holds the Liu Huixian Earthquake Engineering Scholarship (2018) for his work on automated post-earthquake building inspections. Key research areas include image analysis, machine learning, robotics, scientific computing, and visualization. His work integrates computer vision with civil infrastructure challenges, such as flood modeling, structural damage assessment, and autonomous inspection systems using drones and robotics. Notable projects include developing digital twin frameworks for bridges, synthetic environment testing for inspection algorithms, and semi-supervised learning for disaster damage analysis. His recent publications highlight advancements in transformer networks for instance segmentation, physics-informed generative models for damage assessment, and AI-driven hurricane resilience strategies. Hoskere collaborates on platforms like InstaDam for automated damage segmentation and explores Bayesian neural networks for quantifying uncertainties in infrastructure monitoring. Key Awards: Liu Huixian Earthquake Engineering Scholarship (2018) Advising & Labs: While no specific student names or grant details are provided, his research group likely focuses on robotics, computer vision, and AI applications in civil engineering. He contributes to open-source tools like the InstaDam platform and collaborates with institutions like the University of Illinois and USACE.