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Matt Gunnمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Planetary Science
• Space Exploration
• Optical Instrumentation
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Matt Gunn is a Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Physics at Aberystwyth University, actively contributing to planetary science, space instrumentation, and soft matter research. He leads multiple externally funded projects related to the ExoMars mission and develops advanced optical instruments such as the Enfys spectrometer and PanCam Operations Toolkit (PCOT). His educational background includes a PhD and MPhys, with a doctoral thesis titled Spectral Imaging for Mars Exploration completed in 2013. His research expertise spans optical instrumentation, luminescence measurement, multispectral imaging, and photonic materials. Gunn's research focuses on developing and calibrating instruments for planetary exploration, particularly for Mars. His work includes designing spectrometers, processing multispectral data, and studying solar phenomena such as the solar corona during eclipses. He also investigates structural color in polymer-based photonic materials, contributing to next-generation optical coatings and sensors. His recent publications highlight trends in space instrumentation, data processing, and photonic materials, with a strong emphasis on open-source software, radiometric calibration, and field-deployable spectrometers. He frequently publishes in journals such as Solar Physics , Journal of Luminescence , and Radiation Measurements . He has been involved in advisory roles, including the Remote Exploration Oversight Committee (REXOC) and the UK Association for Science and Discovery Centres’ Destination Space program. He is also active in public engagement, with media appearances on BBC Scotland and ATV News. Gunn supervises several PhD students, including Matthew Wayne Jevon, Ariel Ladegaard, and Harry Marsh. He leads externally funded projects from the UK Space Agency and STFC, focusing on Enfys spectrometer development and PanCam data calibration. He co-manages the Soft Matter Laboratory, supporting interdisciplinary research in foams, soft photonics, and condensed matter physics. He manages key equipment such as the FT-NIR spectrometer, high-speed camera, and rheometer, supporting experimental work across departments. His team develops open-source tools like PCOT and AUPE, enhancing data accessibility and mission planning for ExoMars.

Adar Eisenbruchمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Evolutionary Psychology
• Moral Psychology
• Social Perception
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adar Eisenbruch is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Purchase College, State University of New York. His research bridges evolutionary psychology, behavioral ecology, and hormonal regulation to understand human cognition and social behavior. Education: BA (Johns Hopkins University), MA (Queens University, Belfast), PhD (University of California, Santa Barbara) Research Focus: Eisenbruch examines how evolutionary pressures shaped social perception, cooperation, and hormonal responses. Key themes include partner selection heuristics, fairness in bargaining games, and the role of testosterone in courtship and decision-making. Publication Trends: His work spans cross-cultural studies (e.g., Hadza and Tsimane), experimental psychology, and hormonal analysis, often applying evolutionary principles to modern human behavior. Scientific Awards: Foundations of Human Behavior Initiative Grant, Mind Brain Behavior Initiative Grant, Margo Wilson Award, and multiple fellowships

Kira McEntireمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Behavioral Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Wildlife Ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kira McEntire is an Assistant Professor in the Biology & Chemistry Department at Queens University of Charlotte, within the College of Arts & Sciences. She previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Trinity University and completed her Ph.D. at the University of Georgia's Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. Education: Ph.D., Wildlife Ecology, University of Georgia B.A., Biology and Environmental Studies, Southwestern University Dr. McEntire is broadly interested in behavioral ecology, conservation, and the integration of physiology and behavior with population and landscape ecology. She is particularly passionate about using agent-based modeling (ABM) to explore complex biological systems, with a focus on reptiles and amphibians. Her research investigates individual variability, phenotypic polymorphisms, and the impacts of environmental factors like temperature on development and behavior, especially in salamanders. Her recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining ecophysiological data with computational modeling to understand species responses to climate change and habitat alteration. Themes across her work include conservation applications, mechanistic modeling, and collaborative science aimed at integrating modeling into broader ecological research. Scientific Awards: Outstanding Teaching Assistant Dr. McEntire is deeply committed to pedagogy, employing best teaching practices and game-based learning. She mentors students in research, particularly in projects involving behavioral ecology and modeling. Her collaborations span multiple institutions and disciplines, including work on sustainability in rural India and mathematical modeling in biological systems. She has contributed to projects involving wild turkeys, anoles, gopher frogs, and various salamander species. She is actively involved in the scientific community, serving as an Associate Editor for Southeastern Naturalist , and maintains a robust research network with over 50 co-authors and significant citation impact.

• Motion Picture Science
• Imaging Systems
• Radiometric Calibration
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ricardo Figueroa is the School Director of the School of Film and Animation at the College of Art and Design, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), where he also holds the distinguished title of John Traver Endowed Professor. He earned his Ph.D. in Computing and Information Sciences from RIT, with prior degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez. His research expertise lies at the intersection of engineering and motion picture science, with a focus on imaging systems, radiometric calibration, electronic image noise, and digital cinema workflows. His work bridges technical precision with creative application, emphasizing the scientific foundations of visual media. The recent publications and his U.S. patent highlight a consistent trajectory in advancing imaging technology for motion pictures, particularly in calibration and encoding. His research integrates statistical methods like Bayesian inference and explores neural networks for motion capture correction, indicating a forward-looking, interdisciplinary approach. SMPTE Fellow, 2020 Ricardo actively mentors students through senior projects and graduate theses, teaching core courses such as Introduction to Imaging and Video Systems, Film Projection and Digital Cinema, and Senior Project sequences. He also oversees independent studies and thesis research. His leadership has fostered industry partnerships, such as with The Dolby Institute, enhancing experiential learning. He supervises student projects in areas like latency perception and rotoscope automation, often leading to publications and real-world applications. He leads the School of Film and Animation, shaping curriculum and research direction, and promoting an interdisciplinary culture where technology and art converge. His lab and team activities are reflected in student capstone projects involving neural networks, deep learning, and digital imaging, supported by industry collaborations and professional society engagement like SMPTE.

John E. Harrisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Autoimmune Skin Diseases
• Vitiligo Pathogenesis
• Translational Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. John E. Harris is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Dermatology at UMass Chan Medical School , where he founded the Vitiligo Clinic and Research Center and the Autoimmune Therapeutics Institute . He integrates basic , translational , and clinical research to advance vitiligo treatments and understand autoimmune mechanisms. Co-founder and Board Member, Vitiligo Working Group Board Member, New England Dermatology Society Scientific Advisory Board, Vitiligo Research Foundation Advisor to pharmaceutical companies: AbbVie , Combe Inc , Genzyme/Sanofi , Pfizer His research interests span vitiligo pathogenesis , JAK-STAT signaling inhibition , T cell immunology , and translational therapies . Recent work focuses on siRNA delivery systems , mouse models , mental health burden , and immune monitoring techniques . He serves as an ad hoc reviewer for NIH , Dermatology Foundation , and journals like Science Translational Medicine . Dr. Harris' peer-reviewed publications highlight targeted immunomodulation , biomarker discovery , and equity in drug development . His grants include support from NIH , Dermatology Foundation , Kawaja Vitiligo Initiative , and Vitiligo Research Foundation .

• Forest Ecophysiology
• Terpene Biochemistry
• Plant Stress Responses
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marco Michelozzi is a Senior Researcher at the National Research Council of Italy (CNR) , Institute of Biosciences and BioResources (IBBR-CNR) Florence Division. With a career spanning over three decades, he specializes in forest ecophysiology and terpene biochemistry as biochemical markers for plant stress responses. Graduated in Agricultural Science (1985, University of Firenze, 110/110) Conducted international research at University of Florida, INRA-France, and University of Wisconsin His research focuses on terpene-pest interactions , abiotic stress responses , biochemical marker analysis , and eco-friendly pesticide alternatives using lipid nanovectors and cocrystals. Recent publications highlight his work on orange waste extract applications for sustainable agriculture and plant-derived antimicrobials . Scientific contributions include 2025: Thymus chemotype analysis for fungal inhibition 2024: Cocrystal technology for food spoilage control 2023: Essential oil applications in paper/art conservation 2022: Monoterpene roles in pest management 2021: Marine algal nanocarriers for thymol delivery He serves as Supervisor of students across educational levels Associate Editor for Forest@ journal Advisory Board member for iForest-Biogeosciences and has coordinated international projects like CONDEF and WATBIO, with expertise in plant stress physiology and bioproduct development.

• Nonlinear Functional Analysis
• Calculus of Variations
• Partial Differential Equations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joan Duran Grimalt is an Associate Professor at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) , affiliated with the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Computer Science . He is a member of the Mathematical Image Analysis (TAMI) research group and Institute for Community Code Computing Applications (IAC3) . His work bridges nonlinear functional analysis , calculus of variations , and deep learning for applications in image processing and computer vision . PhD in Mathematics (2016) from UIB MSc in Advanced Mathematics and Mathematical Engineering (2011) from UPC BSc in Mathematics (2010) from UIB His research integrates partial differential equations , convex optimization , and deep unfolding architectures to solve problems in satellite imaging , hypersharpening , and low-light image enhancement . Recent work focuses on nonlocal regularization, multi-head attention mechanisms, and model-guided neural networks. He has led two research projects and collaborated with institutions such as the French National Centre for Space Studies (CNES) and the Balearic Islands Oceanographic Centre . Key contributions include: State-of-the-art methods for pansharpening and hypersharpening using nonlocal modules Unfolding frameworks combining variational models with deep learning Retinex-based enhancement techniques for low-light imaging He has supervised PhD students Daniel Torres and Francesc Alcover and taught courses like Partial Differential Equations , Fundamentals of Mathematics , and Mathematical Models for Image Restoration across multiple degrees including Mathematics, Computer Engineering, and Chemistry. His personal website provides further details.

• Mathematics Education
• Image Processing
• Computer Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ana Belén Petro Balaguer is a Full Professor at the University of the Balearic Islands, affiliated with the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Computer Science. She serves as Secretary of the Center for Postgraduate Studies and is a member of the Mathematical Image Processing and Analysis Group. Education: She holds a Mathematics degree (1999) and a PhD (2006) from the University of the Balearic Islands. Research Interests: Her work focuses on color image enhancement and mathematical modeling, with applications in satellite imagery and underwater ecological monitoring. Collaborations include DxO (image processing) and the French Space Agency (Pleiades satellite images). Article Trends: Over 15 years, her publications emphasize Retinex theory, satellite image processing, underwater detection algorithms, and mathematical frameworks for digital imaging. Scientific Awards: Two six-year research periods (sexenios) for academic excellence. Teaching and Outreach: She teaches mathematics education courses for early childhood and primary school teacher training programs. She also contributes to public outreach through the Balearic Mathematics Society. Labs and Teams: She is a member of the Matemáticas, Imágenes y Aprendizaje (MIA) R&D group, focusing on interdisciplinary image analysis.

Maria Caterina Mannoneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Mathematical Music Theory
• Category Theory
• Quantum Computing
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maria Caterina Mannone is a Lecturer at the Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. Her academic profile demonstrates a unique interdisciplinary approach bridging mathematics, music, art, and computational sciences. Mannone's research interests span across multiple domains including mathematical music theory, category theory applications in art and science, quantum computing, robotic swarm intelligence, and interdisciplinary connections between mathematics and creative arts. Her work often explores the mathematical structures underlying musical composition, visual arts, and natural phenomena through sophisticated theoretical frameworks. Her recent publications reveal a consistent trend toward interdisciplinary research, particularly in the application of category theory to diverse fields from diabetic kidney disease analysis to quantum-driven robotic systems. Mannone has developed innovative approaches connecting seemingly disparate domains such as quantum physics and vocal theory, mathematical patterns in nature and musical composition, and quantum entanglement principles applied to robotic swarms. Mannone maintains an active publication record with significant contributions across mathematics, music theory, quantum computing, and biomedical applications. Her collaborative work with researchers across different disciplines demonstrates her role as a connector between traditionally separate academic fields.

Jesus Antonio Alvarez Lopezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Differential Geometry
• Topology
• Mathematical Analysis
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Jesús Antonio Álvarez López is a University Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics, Department of Mathematics, University of Santiago de Compostela. His research focuses on Riemannian foliations, spectral theory, and geometric analysis, with significant contributions to heat flow preservation of differentiability, adiabatic limits, and trace formulas. PhD in Mathematics (1987) with thesis on spectral succession associated with Riemannian foliations Collaborations include applications to biomedical engineering, oncology, and sustainable agriculture He has extended Witten's analytical proof of Morse inequalities to stratified spaces, studied turbulent relations, and collaborated on nonlinear hypoelliptic PDEs and twisted Kähler-Ricci flows. Publications appear in prestigious journals like Amer. J. Math., Trans. Amer. Math. Soc., and J. Differential Geom. Recent work includes collaborations on: Nonlinear PDEs in stratified Lie groups Heat flow perturbations for transversely affine foliations Twisted Kähler-Ricci flow variants

Volkmar Sauerlandمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biogeochemical Ocean Modeling
• Optimization Algorithms
• Parameter Calibration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Volkmar Sauerland is a Researcher in the Biogeochemical Modelling Unit at GEOMAR Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel. He has been working at GEOMAR since November 2022 (with a brief gap between March and October 2022), focusing on algorithms for discrete and continuous optimization problems applied to biogeochemical ocean models. Prior to this, he spent seven years (2013-2020) as a PostDoc and Research Associate in the Discrete Optimization Group at Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel (CAU). Dr. Sauerland completed his PhD in 2012 at CAU with a thesis titled "Algorithm Engineering for some Complex Practice Problems: Exact Algorithms, Heuristics and Hybrid Evolutionary Algorithms" and earned his Diploma in 2003 with research on "Mathematical optimization in the design of cosine-modulated filter banks." His educational background reflects the dual focus that characterizes his research career spanning both mathematical optimization and oceanographic applications. Sauerland's research interests bridge two distinct domains: mathematical optimization and marine biogeochemistry. His work focuses on developing and adapting algorithms for parameter optimization and calibration of biogeochemical ocean models. He is currently involved in the EU project OceanICU "Understanding Ocean Carbon," which examines the ocean's role in the global carbon cycle. His research combines theoretical work in optimization algorithms with practical applications in ocean modeling, creating a unique interdisciplinary niche. Analysis of his publication record reveals a clear trajectory from purely theoretical optimization work toward increasingly ocean-focused applications. His earlier publications (2007-2013) focus primarily on combinatorial optimization, permutation problems, and evolutionary algorithms. Starting around 2015, his work shifts toward oceanographic applications, with nearly all recent publications (2017-2023) addressing biogeochemical modeling challenges. The most recent papers demonstrate sophisticated approaches to model calibration, parameter estimation, and uncertainty analysis in complex marine systems. Dr. Sauerland has been involved in significant research projects including the EU's OceanICU initiative and has presented his work at major conferences such as the Ocean Sciences Meeting 2020 in San Diego and the Ocean Deoxygenation conference in Kiel. His collaborative work spans multiple institutions, with frequent co-authorship with researchers from GEOMAR and CAU. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his ongoing EU project involvement suggests successful grant acquisition. Based at GEOMAR's Kiel facility, Sauerland works within the Marine Biogeochemistry research division, specifically in the Biogeochemical Modelling Unit. His office is located in Room 5.506, Tower 5, Floor 5 at GEOMAR's Wischhofstraße 1-3 address. His research contributes to GEOMAR's broader mission of understanding ocean processes and their role in Earth's climate system, particularly through the development of advanced computational methods for model calibration and evaluation.

Bülent Bahri Küçükerdoğanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Studies
• Semiotics
• Media Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Bülent Bahri Küçükerdoğan is a full-time Professor at the Department of Radio, Television and Cinema in the Faculty of Art and Design at Istanbul Kültür University. He has held significant leadership roles, including Department Head of Cinema and TV (2016–2017), Department Head of Communication Design (2014), and various Vice President and Deputy Head positions within the Faculty of Art and Design between 2005–2014. He is also an active member of academic boards and professional organizations such as CILECT and SEECS. His education includes a PhD in Radio-TV and Cinema from Istanbul University’s Institute of Social Sciences (1996), a Master’s in the same field (1990), and a Bachelor’s in French Language and Education from the Faculty of Letters, Istanbul University (1990). Prof. Küçükerdoğan’s research focuses on film studies, semiotics, media education, and international film festivals . His work explores topics such as cinema ideology, semiotic analysis of film posters, 3D spatial illusions in film, and the evolution of cinematic techniques. He has organized major projects like the International SEECS Short Film Festival and the “Movie Bus” initiative, promoting cross-border cultural collaboration in cinema education. He has received Certificates of Appreciation for projects like “Cinema on All Four Sides” (2006), “Cinema Workshop” (2016–2017), and has contributed to over 30 articles spanning film theory, media technology, and cultural studies. His academic activities include membership in prestigious organizations like the International Semiotics Association and the European Film Academy. Prof. Küçükerdoğan has coordinated interdisciplinary initiatives such as the Faculty of Art and Design Summer School (2004–2010) and served on disciplinary and administrative boards. His work bridges academic research with practical applications in cinema education and international cultural diplomacy.

Rebecca Lamasonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Host-Pathogen Interactions
• Bacterial Pathogenesis
• Cell Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Lamason is an Associate Professor of Biology at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), affiliated with the Department of Biology within the School of Science. Her research focuses on host-pathogen interactions, specifically investigating how intracellular bacterial pathogens like Rickettsia parkeri and Listeria monocytogenes hijack host cell processes to promote infection. She employs cellular, molecular, genetic, biochemical, and biophysical approaches to elucidate pathogenesis mechanisms. Lamason earned her BS from Millersville University (2002) and PhD from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2011). Key awards include the NIH Pathway to Independence Award (2015) and a Jane Coffin Childs Fellowship (2025). Recent lab highlights include grants for studying rickettsial nuclear invasion and structural biology of Type IV secretion systems. Notable students include Cassandra Vondrak, Hannah Margolis, and Clara Zhu. The Lamason Lab collaborates with institutions like the Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation and the Jane Coffin Childs Fund.

Livio Tornabeneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Planetary Science
• Mars Geology
• Impact Cratering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Livio Tornabene is a Research Scientist at SETI Institute and Western University, and an Adjunct Professor at Western University. He specializes in planetary missions, particularly focusing on Mars surface processes, impact cratering, and aqueous alteration using high-resolution imaging and remote sensing techniques. He is a science team member for the HiRISE instrument on the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) and Co-Investigator on the CaSSIS instrument on the ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter, as well as the Pancam on the Rosalind Franklin rover. Education: Ph.D. (2007) in Earth and Planetary Sciences from the University of Tennessee, M.S. (2001) in Geological Sciences from the University of South Florida, and B.S. (1996) in Geology from the University of Florida. Research interests include analyzing planetary surfaces through multispectral imaging, digital terrain models, and compositional studies. He investigates Martian craters for subsurface lithology exposure, layered ejecta deposits, and the role of impact events in planetary evolution. His work also involves developing data products for CaSSIS and improving atmospheric correction techniques for surface signal analysis. Scientific awards include NASA Group Achievement Awards (2011, 2006, 2005, 2004), the Charles Lindbergh Fellowship (2010), and the Prose Award (2015). His recent publications focus on Martian surface features, ExoMars landing site analysis, and impact-induced hydrothermal systems. He has led mission training for over 20 personnel and contributed to rover mission planning (e.g., Schrödinger Basin lunar sample return). His work integrates field studies (e.g., Haughton Impact Structure) with orbital data to understand planetary processes.

• Video coding
• Video analysis
• Video adaptation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Fernando Manuel Bernardo Pereira is a Full Professor at the Telecommunications Institute of Instituto Superior Técnico (IST), Lisbon. His research focuses on video coding, multimedia representation standards, and advanced multimedia systems. He actively contributes to academic and industry collaborations on standards like JPEG Pleno and security frameworks for media annotation. Key Affiliations : Instituto Superior Técnico, Telecommunications Institute Roles : Full Professor, Researcher in Multimedia Communication His scientific interests span video analysis, adaptation techniques, and multimedia services. Recent work emphasizes deep learning applications in point cloud coding, quality metrics for 3D data, and explainable AI in facial recognition systems. He collaborates internationally on projects involving light field technology and trustworthy media systems. Publications reflect a focus on cutting-edge areas like neural network-based image coding, compression artifact analysis, and capsule networks for expression recognition. While no awards are explicitly listed, his prolific publication record indicates significant contributions to the field. No advising students or grant details are provided in the text. His research teams likely engage in collaborative efforts given his work on standards and multi-institutional responses to industry calls for evidence.