جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Anthony Grittenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music and Gesture
• Performance Philosophy
• Organ Music
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anthony Gritten is Head of Undergraduate Programmes at the Royal Academy of Music in London. A distinguished scholar-performer, he completed his doctorate at Cambridge University on Stravinsky's neoclassical music under Alexander Goehr. As a Fellow of the Royal College of Organists, Gritten has given over 400 recitals across the UK, France, and Canada, establishing himself as a leading interpreter of organ repertoire. His academic journey includes positions at the University of East Anglia, the Royal Northern College of Music, and Middlesex University before his current leadership role at the Royal Academy of Music. Gritten's scholarly profile is marked by an interdisciplinary approach that bridges performance practice with philosophical inquiry. Gritten's research interests focus on the intersection of music, philosophy, and performance studies. His work explores musical gesture, the phenomenology of performance, and the philosophical dimensions of musical practice. He has made significant contributions to understanding the works of John Cage, Charles Rosen, and Stravinsky through the lens of performance philosophy. His research reveals how embodied experience shapes musical interpretation and how philosophical concepts manifest in performance practice. His scholarly output demonstrates a sustained engagement with questions of indeterminacy, distraction, and ecological awareness in musical performance. Gritten's work has helped establish Performance Philosophy as a legitimate field of academic inquiry, connecting practical musical concerns with broader philosophical questions about meaning, interpretation, and embodiment. Fellow of the Royal College of Organists Gritten has supervised numerous doctoral students in the field of performance philosophy and artistic research. His administrative leadership as Head of Undergraduate Programmes has shaped curriculum development at the Royal Academy of Music, emphasizing the integration of practical performance with theoretical and philosophical inquiry. He has been instrumental in developing research frameworks that validate practice-based research in music, contributing to the institutional recognition of artistic research as a legitimate scholarly pursuit.

Soumendra N. Basuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Barrier Coatings
• High-Temperature Materials Degradation
• Interface Structure and Chemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Soumendra N. Basu is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Associate Division Head of the Division of Materials Science and Engineering at Boston University. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science from MIT in 1989 and an M.S. in Materials Science from Case Western Reserve University. Basu leads two research labs and one undergraduate lab, focusing on materials degradation, coatings, and interface stability. High Temperature Oxidation Laboratory : Investigates oxidation behavior up to 1,600°C using advanced equipment. Microscopy Laboratory : Prepares electron-transparent samples for TEM analysis. Undergraduate Materials Laboratory : Trains students in metallography and materials testing. His research spans environmental barrier coatings for silicon-based ceramics, plasma-sprayed thermal barrier coatings , and photonic materials like InGaN alloys. He studies microstructural evolution, defect analysis, and degradation mechanisms under extreme conditions. Recent work includes modeling residual stresses and optimizing coatings for durability. Scientific Collaborators include: MIT Lincoln Labs Boston University colleagues: M. Gevelber, D. Wroblewski, V.K. Sarin UCLA's V. Gupta Basu has advised numerous graduate students, including Guosheng Ye and Dharanipal Doppalapudi , and his labs have received funding from NSF, DOE, and LANL. He also contributes to cricket, having won the MVP trophy for the Melbourne Cricket Club.

Paul Wiegertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Planetary Science
• Astronomy
• Celestial Mechanics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Paul Wiegert is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Western Ontario , where he has been since 1996 after positions at York University and Queen's University. He is a member of the Institute for Earth and Space Exploration (IESX) and the Centre for Planetary Science and Exploration (CPSX) . His research spans asteroid dynamics , exoplanet systems , and celestial mechanics , with notable work on Earth co-orbital asteroids like (3753) Cruithne and Earth's first Trojan asteroid 2010 TK7. Education : PhD in Astronomy (University of Toronto, 1996) Research Domains : Planetary Science, Astronomy, Big Data Analytics His recent publications focus on interstellar transport mechanisms , asteroid impact risks , and exomoon detection . Key findings include quantifying risks from asteroid 2024 YR4's potential lunar impact and demonstrating the feasibility of detecting alpha Centauri-origin material in our solar system. He actively supervises graduate students like Cole Gregg and participates in NSERC-funded summer research programs for undergraduates. For planetary defense, he has analyzed collision probabilities for Apophis and developed meteoroid hazard models for spacecraft. His work appears in Planetary Science Journal , Nature Astronomy , and Astrophysical Journal Letters , with media coverage in 60+ outlets and 126 X (Twitter) mentions .

April Weiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Genetics
• Population Genetics
• Statistical Genetics
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

April Wei is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computational Biology at Cornell University, where she leads the Wei Lab in Computational Genetics. Her research focuses on developing scalable computational methods to analyze massive genomic datasets, addressing fundamental questions in evolutionary processes and human genetics. B.Sc. in Biology, Fudan University (2013) Ph.D. in Computational Biology, University of Michigan (2018) Postdoctoral Research at UC Berkeley and UCLA Joined Cornell in January 2022 The Wei Lab explores diverse areas such as population genetics , computational genetics , and natural selection , with applications in human evolution , gene conversion , and complex traits . Their work leverages graph-based data structures and deep learning to improve genomic analysis scalability. April's research trajectory, as reflected in her publications, emphasizes genomic data compression , selective sweep detection , and ancestral recombination graph (ARG) analysis . Her lab's outputs span algorithm development for biobank-scale data, evolutionary modeling of overlapping genes, and statistical frameworks for gene conversion landscapes. April mentors a team of Ph.D. students and postdoctoral researchers, including current advisees Ziqing Pan, Meera Chotai, Jinmin Li, Aditya Girish, and Lin Yuan, with notable alumni such as Siddharth Avadhanam (2023). The lab is supported by NIH and NSF grants. Lab culture prioritizes collaboration , inclusivity , and scientific curiosity , with social activities like lab barbecues, game nights, and group hikes. April is also a passionate fan of Star Wars and water sports.

Riikka Rinnanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biology
• Ecosystem-Atmosphere Interactions
• Climate Change
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Riikka Rinnan (University of Copenhagen) is a leading expert in ecosystem-atmosphere interactions, focusing on volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in Arctic environments. Her groundbreaking discovery of VOCs in permafrost has advanced climate prediction models, revealing complex interactions between climate warming, insect herbivory, microbial activity, and vegetation shifts. Current position: Professor, Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen Major research themes: Permafrost VOCs, Arctic climate feedbacks, plant-insect-microbial interactions International collaborations: China, Germany, Russia Her work combines field expeditions in extreme Arctic conditions with laboratory experiments and advanced VOC analysis. Climate warming experiments show VOC emissions could increase 40-fold with combined warming and insect attacks, while Arctic soils may act as unexpected VOC sinks. Key publications appear in Nature Communications , Nature Geoscience , and Global Change Biology . Riikka Rinnan has received prestigious awards including the EliteForsk Award, European Research Council Consolidator Grant, and Sapere Aude Research Leader. She leads international research teams, advises five PhD candidates, and supervises four postdocs (including two Marie Curie fellows). Her Siberian expedition plans demonstrate commitment to real-world scientific challenges.

Christina Gjestvangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Exercise Science
• Public Health
• Sports Medicine
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christina Gjestvang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sports Medicine, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences. She earned her PhD in 2022 from the same institution, researching fitness clubs as public health venues. With 23 peer-reviewed publications and over 50 invited presentations, she received the institution's research communication award in 2020. She maintains 17+ years of practical experience as a fitness instructor and chairs the Norwegian Association of Exercise Physiologists. Her research focuses on: Fitness club industry dynamics and member behaviors Exercise initiation/adherence mechanisms Women's health including pregnancy exercise Body image and mental health in fitness contexts Public health interventions through physical activity Publication analysis reveals consistent themes in exercise psychology, public health implementation, and fitness industry studies. Recent work emphasizes digital health interventions, pregnancy physiology, and disordered eating in fitness environments. Awards: Norwegian School of Sport Sciences Research Communication Award (2020) As chairman of the Norwegian Association of Exercise Physiologists, she promotes professional standards for exercise-based health interventions. Her extensive industry experience informs both research and teaching in exercise prescription methodologies.

• Robotics
• Control Systems
• Multi-Agent Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Herman Bruyninckx is a Part-Time Full Professor at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Mechanical Engineering department, specifically within the Control Systems Technology group and EAISI High Tech Systems initiative. He also serves as a professor (Hoogleraar) at KU Leuven in Belgium. Academic focus on robotics, control systems, and multi-agent coordination Active research in model predictive control , semantic mapping , and dynamic constraint algorithms Recent publications address industrial automation , agro-food robotics , and haptic technology Research Highlights : Developed hybrid decision-making frameworks for multi-agent navigation Innovated swing-free control methods for robotic pick-and-place operations Formulated constrained dynamics algorithms with LQR-Gauss principle integration Created ExoTen-Glove for haptic feedback in virtual environments Collaborative Projects : Coordinated with researchers like René van de Molengraft , Elena Torta , and Koen de Vos Contributed to NWO/TTW FlexCRAFT project for cognitive robotics in agro-food technology

Christopher Markiewiczمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Ottoman History
• Islamic History
• Middle East Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Christopher Markiewicz is a leading scholar in Ottoman and Islamic Studies at Ghent University's Department of Languages and Cultures (affiliated with the Department of History). He previously held positions as Associate Professor at University of Birmingham and Junior Research Fellow at Exeter College, University of Oxford. His research centers on the political, social, and intellectual history of the Ottoman Empire (15th-17th centuries), with special emphasis on state formation, diplomatic cultures, and the interplay between Islamic law and governance. Education PhD in Near Eastern Languages & Civilizations, University of Chicago (2015) Magna cum laude dissertation award from Middle East Studies Association (2016) His scholarship explores the transition from medieval Islamic political fragmentation to early modern imperial consolidation , focusing on how Persian émigrés shaped Ottoman sovereignty and diplomatic practices. Current research investigates pious endowments (waqf) through an ERC Starting Grant (2023-2028) , analyzing their role in Ottoman state-building. Scientific contributions include: Winner of Malcolm H. Kerr Dissertation Award (2016) Principal Investigator for Islamic Endowments project Series Editor for The Ottoman Empire and the World (I.B. Tauris) Trustee of EJW Gibb Memorial Trust Member of British Institute at Ankara committees His 2023-2024 teaching includes courses on Middle East politics and global historical developments. Publications reveal evolving research from waqf taxation controversies to diplomatic gift-giving protocols, with consistent focus on cross-cultural exchange and historiographical evolution.

Ayendy Bonifacioمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• American Literature
• Latine Studies
• Diaspora Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ayendy Bonifacio is a Dominican American scholar, writer, and poet currently serving as Assistant Professor of English at the University of Toledo's College of Arts and Letters. Born in Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic, and raised in East New York, Brooklyn, he earned his Ph.D. from Ohio State University and has established himself as a significant voice in American literature, Latine studies, and diaspora studies. His research focuses on the intersections of memory, migration, race, and colonial legacies in the Americas, with particular attention to nineteenth-century to contemporary print culture. Bonifacio's scholarly work bridges academic and public discourse, appearing in venues ranging from American Periodicals and ASAP/Journal to The New York Times and Slate . He explores how literary forms negotiate cultural identity across borders, with special emphasis on Dominican and Latinx experiences. Bonifacio's publications reveal a consistent trajectory examining transnational literary connections, particularly between Anglophone and Hispanophone traditions. His work frequently addresses anti-Blackness within Latinx communities, diasporic identity formation, and the material history of print culture. The 2024 monograph Paratextuality in Anglophone and Hispanophone Poems in the U.S. Press, 1855–1901 represents a significant contribution to understanding how multilingual poetry circulated in nineteenth-century American periodicals. Top ten best non-fiction books of 2017 (The Latino Author for Dique Dominican ) Bonifacio's writing has received support from prestigious organizations including the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), the Digital Media and Composition Institute (DMAC), the Ohio Arts Council, and the Society for Nineteenth-Century Americanists. His creative work spans multiple genres, including the memoir Dique Dominican (2017), poetry collection To the River, We Are Migrants (2020), and the forthcoming novel Bless Me, Papi (2025). He maintains an active presence in public intellectual discourse through contributions to major media outlets where he addresses contemporary issues of race, immigration, and academic labor.

Niklas Hedinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Green material synthesis
• Materials for Energy
• Materials for Environment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Niklas Hedin is a Professor and Head of the Department of Chemistry at Stockholm University . His research group specializes in developing advanced materials for environmental and energy applications, with a particular focus on CO₂ capture technologies , green material synthesis , and biochar-based solutions for pollution mitigation and sustainable resource utilization. Professor at Department of Chemistry Head of Department Stockholm University affiliation The research spans from fundamental molecular spectroscopy studies to industrial-scale applications . Key projects include the use of activated limestone for Baltic Sea eutrophication control, colloidal porous liquids for energy-efficient carbon capture, and engineered biochars for dual environmental remediation and agricultural applications. Recent publications highlight 2025 breakthroughs in aminated cellulose aerogels , graphene oxide composites for direct air capture , and ultrasound-assisted hydrogen peroxide synthesis . These works demonstrate Hedin's commitment to multiscale material engineering combining experimental validation with computational modeling. The group includes several PhD students and postdoctoral researchers working on specialized aspects of material synthesis and environmental application. His team actively collaborates with industrial partners and government agencies to translate laboratory findings into real-world solutions for sustainable chemistry and climate change mitigation .

Tomasz Majkaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Polymer Processing
• Thermal Analysis of Polymers
• Flammability of Polymer Materials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tomasz Majka serves as a Lecturer at the Department of Polymer Chemistry and Technology within the Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology at Tadeusz Kościuszko Cracow University of Technology. His academic career spans over a decade with continuous research and teaching activities focused on polymer engineering and materials science. His educational background includes a Licentiate in Applied Chemistry (2008) and Pedagogical Preparation (2008) from State Higher Vocational School in Tarnów, followed by MSc in Plastics Technology (2010) and Dr. Eng. in Technical Sciences (2015) from Tadeusz Kościuszko Cracow University of Technology. Majka's research primarily centers on polymer processing technologies , with special emphasis on thermal analysis and flammability of polymer materials , nanocomposite development , and terminal ballistics . His work bridges fundamental polymer science with practical industrial applications, particularly in developing sustainable flame retardant systems using biobased materials like lignosulfonamides. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on circular economy approaches through polymer recycling and biodegradable material development. His scientific contributions demonstrate consistent output in high-impact journals, with a notable shift toward sustainable polymer solutions since 2020, particularly in biodegradable composites and recycling technologies. The 15 most recent publications show expertise spanning flame retardancy mechanisms, nanocomposite engineering, and sustainable polymer processing. III place at International Session of WIiTCh Krakow University of Technology Science Clubs (2010) Award in 'Sustainable Development - Scientific Debut 2010' competition (2010) Award in 'Poster about famous scientist - Norio Taniguchi' competition (2011) II Prize in B-Innovative 'Be Entrepreneurial' business plan competition (2013) Majka actively supervises the Ballistic and Flammability Research Section within WIiTCH PK Chemistry Research Club and maintains strong industry connections through numerous industrial research projects. His professional engagements include international research stays at University of Bolton (UK) and Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, focusing on fire testing and polymer materials innovation. He serves as a scientific advisor for several industrial projects related to polymer processing and material safety. His laboratory work spans multiple specialized facilities including thermal analysis equipment, scanning electron microscopy, and polymer processing machinery. Current research directions include developing halogen-free flame retardants from lignin derivatives, optimizing biodegradable polymer composites, and advancing recycling technologies for post-consumer plastics.

David Chevanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Jazz
• Improvisation
• Jewish Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Chevan is a Professor in the Music Department at Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU), where he teaches Jazz History, American Music, and Jewish Music courses. He also offers applied instruction in improvisation for students of all skill levels and directs the SCSU Jazz Standards Ensemble. Academic Rank: Professor of Music Key Research Areas: Jazz, improvisation, Jewish music, ensemble pedagogy Performance Highlights: Co-founder of The Afro-Semitic Experience, Nu Haven Kapelye, and Theodicy Jazz Collective His scholarly work appears in the Grove Dictionary of American Music (2013), focusing on jazz musicians like Doc Cheatham and Scott LaFaro. Recent performances include concerts in Toronto, Italy, and at the Middletown Fireworks Festival (2024). He has received grants from CSU-AAUP for projects like Music for the Nu Haven Kapelye and Jazz Souls on Fire . Chevan's performances blend jazz with interfaith themes, including collaborations at venues like the State Capitol Building (Hartford, 2024) and the Great Synagogue of Florence (2023). He also explores improvisation pedagogy through presentations at conferences such as the College Music Society Northeast Chapter Meeting (2017).

• Peatland Ecology
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Environmental Geography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephan Glatzel is a Professor at the Faculty of Earth Sciences, Geography and Astronomy , University of Vienna , affiliated with the Department of Geography and Regional Research . He leads multiple active research projects including Austrian Moor Restoration (2024-2033), MOIST (2024-2025), and Biodiversity Conservation in Austrian Peatlands (2022-2026). Key research areas: Peatland Ecology, Methane Cycling, Ecohydrology, Land Use Impacts SDG contributions: Climate Action (SDG13), Life on Land (SDG15) His recent publications focus on: Land use effects on peat degradation (Soil Use and Management, 2025) Asgard archaea in saline sediments (Frontiers in Microbiology, 2025) Ecohydrology of peatlands in Eswatini (Wetlands Ecology and Management, 2025) Research collaborations span Austria and international partners in Eswatini, with a strong emphasis on applied climate science . He actively engages in public outreach through lectures and media appearances, including topics like 'Die unterschätzte Rolle der Moore im Klimawandel' (2022) and 'Langfristige Studien im Schilf' (2019).

Justin C. Kasperمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Solar Physics
• Space Weather
• Solar Wind
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Justin C. Kasper is an Affiliated Professor in the Department of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering at the University of Michigan. He serves as Graduate Advisor for the Ph.D. program in Space & Planetary Physics and leads multiple high-profile space exploration initiatives. Education 2003: PhD in Physics from Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1999: AB in Physics from University of Chicago Research Focus Dr. Kasper's work centers on solar physics and space weather , investigating heating mechanisms, plasma instabilities, and helium dynamics in the solar corona and solar wind. His research examines space weather impacts on society and develops early warning systems using deep space monitors. He also studies Jupiter's moon Europa and its interaction with Jupiter's magnetosphere. As an instrument designer, Kasper creates sensors for spacecraft operating in extreme environments from the Sun's surface to the solar system's edge. His research provides critical insights into solar flares and the million-degree solar wind. Scientific Contributions Analysis of Dr. Kasper's publications reveals consistent focus on solar wind composition, heating mechanisms, and plasma diagnostics. His work tracks helium abundance variations through solar cycles, examines ion-cyclotron resonant heating, and investigates temperature anisotropy constraints in solar wind protons. Awards and Honors 2011: Popular Science Brilliant 10 2010: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers 2010: Smithsonian Innovative Spirit Award Multiple NASA Group Achievement Awards for LRO and Triana projects 2004: MIT Dean's Educational and Student Advising Award Research Leadership Dr. Kasper serves as Principal Investigator for the SWEAP Investigation on NASA's Solar Probe Plus mission, Instrument Lead for the Faraday Cup on the Deep Space Climate Observatory, and Co-Investigator for FIELDS. He leads international teams developing sensors that will make the first direct measurements of the solar corona.

Daniela Strenkertمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant Biology
• Systems Biology
• Molecular Biology
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Daniela Strenkert is an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, affiliated with the MSU-DOE Plant Research Laboratory, Plant Biology Department, Molecular Plant Sciences Program, BioMolecular Science Gateway, and Cell & Molecular Biology Program. Her research focuses on systems biology approaches to understand gene regulation in photosynthetic organisms. Ph.D., University of Kaiserslautern, Germany Her lab investigates photosynthetic performance through multi-omics analysis of chromatin structure, transcriptomes, proteomes, and metabolomes in Chlamydomonas reinhardtii . Key areas include environmental acclimation, histone modification mapping (GreENCODE project), and regulatory RNA characterization. Recent publications emphasize computational modeling of photosynthetic protein interactions, metal homeostasis under stress, and chloroplast protein import mechanisms. Articles span 2025-2010, with 15 most recent from 2025-2022. Her work integrates genome-wide datasets to decode algal regulatory programs under climate change-relevant stressors. She teaches BS 161: Cells and Molecules and maintains a lab at 106 Plant Biology Lab. Contact: strenke2@msu.edu .