جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Bioethics
• Medical Ethics
• Healthcare Resource Allocation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Xavier Symons is a prominent bioethicist serving as Director of the Plunkett Centre for Ethics at Australian Catholic University (ACU) and Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA). He holds a PhD in Philosophy from ACU, complemented by a BA Advanced Hons and MA (Research) in Philosophy from the University of Sydney. His prior appointments include Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Harvard University's Human Flourishing Program and residency at Georgetown University's Kennedy Institute of Ethics. Symons' research spans foundational and applied bioethics, with emphasis on: Ethical frameworks for resource allocation in healthcare systems Conscientious objection debates in clinical practice Moral dimensions of end-of-life care and palliative interventions Pandemic ethics and public health policy formulation Philosophical examinations of wellbeing and clinical decision-making His publications demonstrate consistent focus on healthcare justice, moral agency in medicine, and phenomenological analyses of patient experiences. Award recognition includes: Fulbright Future Postdoctoral Scholarship (Kinghorn Foundation, 2020) Pellegrino Young Scholars Essay Prize (Georgetown University, 2018) Archbishop Mannix Travelling Scholarship (2018) Triple Lucy Firth Prize recipient (2014-2016) He maintains active media engagement through ABC Religion & Ethics, Public Discourse, and medical ethics blogs.

• Regional Economics
• Innovation Management
• Applied Statistics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christoph Hanisch serves as a Lecturer at Lucerne School of Business within the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). His primary affiliation is with the Institute of Business and Regional Economics (IBR), focusing on regional economic analysis, innovation strategies, and applied statistics. He holds a MSc in Geography from the University of Zurich and advanced studies in Applied Statistics from ETH Zurich, complemented by spatial planning qualifications. His career spans over 24 years at HSLU, where he has contributed to numerous research projects addressing topics like 3D printing adoption, regional innovation ecosystems, and sustainable urban development. Notable projects include the INNOwood forestry innovation study and evaluations of 2000-Watt-area sustainability initiatives. Research interests emphasize regional economic dynamics, innovation management, and policy evaluation. Over 50 publications showcase work on Swiss manufacturing trends, digital transformation in industry, and music education economics. Key themes include analyzing offshoring/onshoring patterns, corporate innovation strategies, and spatial policy impacts. He has led studies on healthcare economic contributions (e.g., Uri cantonal hospital analysis) and energy efficiency in real estate. His work often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy applications, contributing to regional development strategies across Switzerland.

Blaine Brownellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Emergent Materials
• Sustainable Design
• Material Applications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Blaine Brownell is Professor and Director of the David R. Ravin School of Architecture at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, with a distinguished career spanning architectural practice, materials research, and academic leadership. His expertise centers on emergent materials and sustainable design applications that transform architectural possibilities. Educational background includes: B.A. in Architecture with Certificate in East Asian Studies, Princeton University (1992) Master in Architecture, Rice University (1998) Research focuses on material innovation where Brownell bridges technological advancement, environmental responsibility, and aesthetic expression. His work addresses critical gaps in evaluating emerging materials through frameworks that enhance building performance and design potential. Key contributions include the Transmaterial book series documenting revolutionary materials, with Transmaterial Next recognized as ASLA's Best Book of 2017. His publications reveal consistent emphasis on sustainability, technological integration, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, particularly evident in recent works addressing pandemic-responsive design and AI-driven architectural innovation. Award highlights: Elevation to AIA College of Fellows (2020) RIBA International Book Award nomination (2007) ASLA Best Book of 2017 Fulbright Scholarship (2006-07) Brownell actively influences industry practice through advisory roles with the National Institute of Building Sciences, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Mayo Clinic, and major corporations including 3M and Steelcase. His Mind & Matter column in Architect magazine has established him as a leading voice in material applications, complemented by editorial board positions for multiple academic journals. Current research explores pandemic-responsive built environments and next-generation material systems through collaborative projects with health officials and materials scientists.

Huw Daviesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Digital Literacies
• Digital Inequalities
• Political Economy of EdTech/AI
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Huw Davies is a Lecturer in Digital Education (Data and Society) at the Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh. He is affiliated with the Institute for Education, Community & Society (IECS). His research focuses on digital literacies, structured digital inequalities, and the political economy of edtech/AI, alongside broader societal issues like culture wars in education. Dr Davies holds a Sociology degree, followed by a Masters and PhD from the University of Southampton's Web Science Institute. He conducted post-doctoral research at the Oxford Internet Institute, complemented by prior roles as a teacher and analyst programmer. His expertise integrates sociological perspectives with digital technology and education. Key research interests include critical analysis of AI in education, digital inequalities, and the socio-political dimensions of educational technology. His work interrogates how class, gender, and cultural factors shape engagement with digital tools and information ecosystems. Recent publications explore topics like the 'British war on woke' and the mobilization of AI in educational contexts. No grants or specific lab affiliations were explicitly detailed in the provided texts. Awards remain unlisted. His advising activities are not documented here, though his research emphasizes collaborative societal issues in digital education.

Faith Brennanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroinflammation
• Neurotrauma
• Peripheral Complications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Faith Brennan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences at Queen's University, Canada, leading the Neurotrauma Laboratory. She holds academic appointments in the Faculty of Health Sciences and is affiliated with the Translational Institute of Medicine (TIME). Her research focuses on neuroinflammation and peripheral complications post-neurotrauma, particularly spinal cord injury. Brennan completed her Ph.D. in Physiology at the University of Queensland (2015) and post-doctoral work at The Ohio State University, supported by prestigious fellowships. Her educational background includes a B.Sc. Hons (Class I) and a B.Sc. in Medical Science from the University of Queensland. She has secured significant funding, including grants from the NSERC, CFI, and Wings for Life Foundation. Her lab investigates microglial roles in neural repair, autonomic plasticity, and systemic immune interactions post-injury. Key achievements include awards such as the EBIC Sir Graham Teasdale Award (2021) and recognition for mentorship. The Brennan Lab actively recruits students and researchers in neuroscience, immunology, and genomics. Their work bridges basic science and clinical applications, aiming to improve outcomes for neurotrauma patients. Labs/Teams: Neurotrauma Laboratory (Queen's University), part of the Department of Biomedical & Molecular Sciences. Lab location: 7th floor of Botterell Hall.

• Financial Analytics
• Economic and Financial Risk Management
• Social Financing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daria Khisamova, M.A., is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Business and International Relations within the Vistula Academy of Finance and Business. She specializes in corporate finance, accounting, and management, with practical experience as a financial analyst and finance expert in international companies. Her qualifications include degrees in finance, accounting, and management, complemented by certifications such as ITIL (IT Infrastructure and Service Management) and participation in the CFA Research Challenge. Her research and teaching interests focus on financial analytics, risk management, tax systems across Poland and globally, and the digital transformation of financial sectors. She is also involved in EU-funded projects implemented by the Vistula Academy. Language proficiency includes English (TOEIC, Embassy School Hastings), Polish (IKO), and Russian (native). She contributes to programs such as Finance and Accounting (ACCA-accredited), Management, and interdisciplinary courses like Full-Stack Data Science. Her work integrates academic expertise with practical industry insights, reflecting her commitment to contemporary business challenges.

• Sustainability Engineering
• Biorefinery Systems
• Renewable Energy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Charlene Vance is a Research Engineer at University College Dublin's School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering. Her work focuses on quantifying environmental and economic impacts of biorefinery systems, renewable energy technologies, and seaweed cultivation. She holds a PhD in Biosystems and Food Engineering from UCD, complemented by master's degrees from the University of Iceland and Chalmers University of Technology. Her research emphasizes sustainability assessment methodologies, including LCA and LCSA frameworks, and explores innovations in green hydrogen production, bio-based feedstocks, and coastal resource management. Key projects include modeling lactic acid biorefinery sustainability, analyzing seaweed farming logistics in Ireland, and evaluating seagrass wrack valorization pathways. Vance has collaborated on EU-funded initiatives like the AgRefine ITN project (2020–2023). Her work bridges technical feasibility with socio-economic considerations, addressing challenges in scaling bioresource utilization while minimizing environmental footprints. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining hydrodynamic simulations, system dynamics modeling, and cost-benefit analyses. Current research explores the integration of wave energy converters and hydrogen applications within future energy systems, emphasizing design optimization and lifecycle cost-effectiveness.

• Sex Work Policy
• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Political Economy of Sexuality
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Crisal Jackson is an Associate Professor in the TCLAS School of Social Transformation at Arizona State University (ASU). She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Sociology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), complemented by a Women's Studies Graduate Certificate and a B.A. in Psychology. Her research focuses on critical intersections of gender, race, and sexuality, particularly in contexts of state violence, carceral systems, and sex worker rights. Her expertise spans feminist and queer theory, political economy of sexuality, and social justice movements. Courses taught include Women and the Body and Seminar in Women's Studies , reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship. Dr. Jackson's scholarship critically examines anti-prostitution policies, neo-abolitionist movements, and the criminalization of sex work. Her work highlights how carceral logics perpetuate racialized and gendered injustices, advocating for decriminalization frameworks. Notable contributions include analyses of Las Vegas' sex industry dynamics and the global sex workers' rights movement. Her research has been published in top journals and presented at international conferences, shaping debates on human rights, migration, and pornography consumption. She actively engages in policy advocacy, challenging FOSTA-SESTA legislation and promoting intersectional approaches to social justice.

Sherell D. Wilsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Educational Leadership
• Student Retention
• Higher Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sherell D. Wilson serves as Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership in the National College of Education at National Louis University, leveraging over 20 years of cross-sector expertise in higher education, K-12 administration, and non-profit consulting. Her current role encompasses teaching doctoral and master's programs, guiding graduate students, and advancing research in student retention. Her educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from the University of Phoenix, an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from the University of North Florida, and a B.A. in Special Education and Teaching from the same institution. Dr. Wilson's research centers on student development and retention for underserved populations, with specialized focus on high-achieving, low-income students. Her work examines psychosocial needs, persistence barriers, and enrollment continuation strategies within community college contexts, emphasizing systemic interventions for at-risk learners. Her scholarly output consistently addresses equity gaps in higher education, revealing how socioeconomic factors intersect with academic support systems. This research trajectory highlights the critical need for tailored retention frameworks that address both financial and psychosocial dimensions of student success. As an active academic contributor, she serves on editorial review boards for the Academy of Educational Leadership Journal and Journal of Student Affairs Research and Practice, while providing dissertation committee guidance and curriculum development at National Louis University. Complementing her academic work, Dr. Wilson founded Beyond College Access LLC, mentors for Take Stock in Children, and holds leadership roles in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and multiple professional associations including NASPA and the American Grant Writers’ Association.

Roland Beckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Numerical Analysis
• Finite Element Methods
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Roland Becker is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Pau and Pays de l'Adour, affiliated with the Laboratory of Mathematics and their Applications (LMAP) where he leads the “Numerical Methods and Complex Fluids” research team. He has held this position since 2003 and previously completed his doctoral thesis and habilitation at the University of Heidelberg. His research spans Numerical Analysis , Finite Element Methods , and Computational Fluid Dynamics , with significant contributions to adaptive mesh refinement, error estimation, and polymer flow simulations. Key themes include discontinuous Galerkin methods, nonconforming finite elements, and applications in incompressible flows and stratigraphy. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals two distinct research trajectories: core work in computational mathematics (85% of output) focusing on finite element innovations, and unexpected interdisciplinary contributions (15%) in forensic chemistry related to ethyl glucuronide detection in hair analysis. The mathematical publications demonstrate consistent methodological evolution toward robust adaptive techniques for complex fluid interfaces. Professional highlights include: Directorship of INRIA’s Concha project (2007-2013) Development of the Concha finite element library Teaching responsibilities in Numerical Linear Algebra, Python, and SciPy His laboratory work centers on the “Numerical Methods and Complex Fluids” team at LMAP, where his group develops computational frameworks for challenging fluid dynamics problems while maintaining connections to industrial applications through projects like Concha.

• Kidney Transplantation
• Glomerular Diseases
• Healthcare Equity for Hispanic Populations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Guevara-Pineda is an **Assistant Professor** in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Nephrology at Yale University School of Medicine. His clinical focus includes kidney transplantation, glomerular diseases, and expanding access to nephrology care for Hispanic communities. He is actively involved in medical education and mentorship of future clinicians. Education: MD: Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal (1999) Internal Medicine Residency: Interfaith Medical Center / SUNY Downstate University (2010) Nephrology Fellowship: University of Connecticut (2020) Transplant Nephrology Fellowship: Duke University (2021) Research & Clinical Interests: Kidney transplantation outcomes and disparities Management of glomerular diseases Cultural competency in Hispanic healthcare access Innovations in medical education Awards & Recognition: Mentor Award (ASN Kidney Week, 2019) Fellow of the Year (University of Connecticut, 2018-2019) Excellence in Teaching (Brown University Medical School, 2009) Key Activities: Presenter at Latin American Transplant Society conferences (2023) Speaker on CMV management in transplant patients (Grand Rounds, 2021-2022) Advocate for organ donation and health equity initiatives Labs/Teams: Active member of the Yale Kidney Transplant Program and collaborates with community outreach teams for Hispanic health education.

• Structural Dynamics
• Numerical Modeling
• Earthquake Engineering
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Yasin Fahjan is a Professor at the Civil Engineering Department of Istanbul Technical University, specializing in Structural Dynamics, Numerical Modeling, and Earthquake Engineering. His academic journey includes roles as Associate Professor at Gebze Technical University and Assistant Professor at Gebze Institute of High Technology. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Boğaziçi University, complemented by earlier degrees from Eastern Mediterranean University. His research focuses on seismic behavior analysis, structural dynamics, and earthquake-resistant design. Key projects include evaluating earthquake performance of historical timber structures using nonlinear finite element methods, modeling near-field earthquake ground motion, and developing rapid disaster management frameworks for industrial zones. He has contributed to TUBITAK-funded projects on probabilistic ground motion synthesis and steel tank seismic behavior. Prof. Fahjan has served as an editor for the Natural Disasters and Environment Journal and participated in AFAD’s earthquake early warning systems. His work integrates computational modeling with real-world applications, aiming to enhance disaster resilience in urban and industrial contexts.

Hannah Adamsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biochemistry
• Structural Biology
• Microbiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hannah Adams is a Senior Research Officer at the University of Essex's School of Life Sciences. She currently collaborates with Dr. Boyd McKew on engineering hydrocarbon biodegradation pathways and biosurfactant research. Previously (2013–2024), she served as a Laboratory Technician/Senior Laboratory Technician, supporting protein structure and disease mechanism research groups. Her work involved managing specialized equipment such as crystallization robots, flow cytometers, and protein purification systems, alongside training students and maintaining laboratory safety protocols. She is a member of Professor Hough's research group, focusing on cytochrome c' structure and function. Dr. Adams holds a PhD from the University of Essex (2024), an MSc in Molecular Medicine (2011), and a BSc in Genetics (2010). Her research interests span enzymology, structural biology, and environmental biotechnology, with a focus on cytochrome proteins and their roles in microbial systems. She has received a UKRI Technician Grant (£12,000, 2024) to support her work. Her publications explore topics like cytochrome structure-function relationships, nitric oxide binding mechanisms, and thyroid autoimmune disorders. Her recent articles highlight advancements in understanding thermophilic protein adaptations and heme-based enzymatic processes. Dr. Adams' contributions include mentoring students in laboratory techniques and maintaining cutting-edge experimental infrastructure.

Mark McGuireمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Mechanical Engineering
• Machine Design
• Metal Forming
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mark McGuire is a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering at Oregon State University's College of Engineering. He holds a MS (2018) and BS (2014) in Mechanical Engineering from OSU. His teaching integrates extensive industrial experience in metal forming and machinery design, complemented by his Oregon PE license in Machine Design. He concurrently runs a mechanical engineering consultancy, leveraging OSU alumni and student interns. Education : MS Mechanical Engineering, Oregon State University, 2018 BS Mechanical Engineering, Oregon State University, 2014 Research and professional interests focus on applied mechanical design, industrial machinery systems, and bridging academic instruction with real-world engineering challenges. His consultancy work emphasizes practical problem-solving in collaboration with industry partners. No scientific awards or formal grants are documented in the provided text. He maintains strong ties to Oregon State through student mentorship and consultancy collaborations with alumni. Labs/Teams: Oversees an engineering consultancy team involving OSU MIME alumni and student interns, fostering experiential learning opportunities.

• Child Well-being
• Social Policy
• Vulnerability Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Kadri Soo is a Lecturer in Social Welfare at the University of Tartu's Institute of Social Studies. She earned her PhD in Sociology from Tartu in 2023 with a dissertation on school environments as sources of child well-being, complemented by Master's degrees in Social Work and Gender Studies. Research Expertise: Soo investigates child vulnerability in educational settings, pandemic impacts on youth well-being, and trends in parental mediation of digital activities. Her work employs mixed methods including EU Kids Online surveys and Children's Worlds comparative datasets. Active Projects: Leads research on Gene-Environment interactions in youth mental health (€347K, 2022-2027) and democratic governance in sustainable food systems (€207K, 2024-2027). Previously directed the €683K project Vulnerability in Childhood and Vulnerable Subjectivity (2020-2024). Teaching & Mentoring: Teaches social policy and research methods. Supervises PhD candidate Maria Žuravljova on institutional care climates for at-risk youth. Published 74+ works including articles in Child Indicators Research and Children & Society .