Daniel Miller is a Lecturer in Psychology at James Cook University, specializing in the social psychology of digital media, sexuality, and mental health. He holds a PhD from James Cook University (2019) and is an Early Career Researcher actively involved in research on pornography's societal impacts and deepfake detection. His editorial roles include membership on the boards of Asian Journal of Social Psychology and Psychology & Sexuality . Research Groups: International Sex Survey (42-nation collaboration), JCU Digital Wellbeing Group Teaching: Coordinates PY2107 (Experimental Studies) and PY3106 (History of Psychology) His research spans cross-cultural studies of sexuality, mental health during pandemics, and educational innovations in statistics teaching. Notable grants include developing a 'Bonus Chats' podcast series (2024) and a psychology resource library (2024). Awards: Inclusive Practice Award (2017), ECR Open Access Champion (2020, 2022). He is affiliated with APA Divisions 2 & 26 and the Australasian Society for Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education.
Kyungmi Joanne Lee is a Senior Lecturer at James Cook University (JCU), Australia, specializing in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from Griffith University (2007) and previously served as a Lecturer at Charles Sturt University (2007–2008). Her research focuses on machine learning, algorithm optimization, neural networks, data mining, and applied AI. Key projects include developing real-world scheduling systems for mining operations, ultrasonic signal classification, and spatio-temporal trajectory analysis. Teaching responsibilities include modules like Database Modelling, where she coordinates and lectures. She currently supervises 5 PhD students, with 3 nearing completion. Her work spans diverse applications, such as emergency management through geospatial data analysis and curriculum development via text mining. With 58 publications across journals and conferences, her contributions highlight interdisciplinary approaches to data-driven solutions.
Dr. Zheng Chen is the Bill D. Cook Associate Professor of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Houston, affiliated with the Cullen College of Engineering. He holds a PhD from Michigan State University (2009) and postdoctoral training from the University of Virginia (2009-2012). His research focuses on bio-inspired robotics, electroactive polymers, and energy systems, with notable projects including NASA-funded inflatable space systems (IDEAS2 Center) and robotic inspection systems for offshore oil infrastructure. He has secured over $6 million in funding as PI or Co-PI, including an NSF CAREER Award (2017) and a 2023 teaching excellence award. His lab, Bio-inspired Robotics and Controls, develops advanced actuators for prosthetics, underwater vehicles, and harsh environment applications. Key contributions include robotic fish for CO2 leak detection, dielectric elastomer-based actuators, and buoyancy control systems using reversible fuel cells. He advises multiple graduate students and teaches courses on dynamics, control theory, and robotics. Education Postdoc, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, University of Virginia (2009-2012) PhD, Electrical Engineering, Michigan State University (2009) M.E., Control Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University (2002) B.E., Electrical Engineering, Zhejiang University (1999) Research Highlights Dr. Chen's work bridges smart materials and robotics, emphasizing soft actuators for biomedical applications and underwater systems. Recent innovations include: Dielectric elastomer-based prosthetic fingers and orthotic devices Bio-inspired robotic fish for environmental monitoring and pipeline inspection Hybrid buoyancy control using reversible PEM fuel cells Autonomous subsea robotics for hazardous environments Grants & Collaborations Major projects include: $4.9M NASA IDEAS2 Center (Co-PI, 2024-2029) $960K BSEE-funded robotic pipeline inspection (PI, 2023-2026) $500K NSF CAREER Award for prosthetic actuators (2017-2022) Labs & Teams Director of the Bio-inspired Robotics and Controls Lab, collaborating with industry partners like Baker Hughes and academic teams on NSF/AFRL projects. Active in IEEE, ASME, and conference organizing roles (e.g., ACC, ICRA).
Professor Wei Xiang holds the Cisco Chair of AI and IoT at La Trobe University, leading the Cisco-La Trobe Centre for AI and IoT and the Australian Centre for AI in Medical Innovation. He previously established Australia's first IoT Engineering degree program at James Cook University, earning recognition in the Pearcy Foundation's Hall of Fame. His expertise spans AI, IoT, wireless communications, and medical AI innovation. As an IEEE Associate Editor for multiple journals, he has published over 450 peer-reviewed papers and books. Key roles include: Director & Chief Scientist: Australian Centre for AI in Medical Innovation Founding Director: Cisco-La Trobe AIoT Centre Adjunct Professor: James Cook University Vice Chair: IEEE Northern Australia Section (2016-2020) Research focuses on AI-driven IoT systems, smart agriculture, and medical applications. Awards include La Trobe Research Excellence Award (2021), Pearcey Entrepreneurship Award (2017), and multiple fellowships. Current grants involve AIoT in smart farming, medical innovation, and satellite IoT. He supervises research students in AIoT and advises on collaborative projects. His labs pioneer technologies like radar-based health monitoring and UAV-enabled environmental sensing. Recent publications highlight advancements in wireless communication systems, deep learning models for remote sensing, and hybrid networks.
Professor Euan Ritchie is a leading academic in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at Deakin University's School of Life and Environmental Sciences. His research focuses on biodiversity conservation, invasive species management, and fire ecology, with a strong emphasis on translating ecological science into policy and management. He holds a PhD from James Cook University (2007) and has held roles including ARC Research Associate and postdoctoral fellow. Ritchie has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the 2021 Australian Ecology Research Award and the 2013 Eureka Award for Environmental Research. His work spans cross-disciplinary themes, including species distribution dynamics, conservation of native mammals, and ecosystem resilience in the face of climate change. He actively contributes to professional bodies like the Ecological Society of Australia and the Australian Mammal Society, where he serves as President. Ritchie advocates for evidence-based environmental policies and collaborates with stakeholders to address threats like habitat loss and invasive species. Education: PhD (Wildlife Ecology) from James Cook University, Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (Deakin University), B.Sc. (Hons) from James Cook University. Research Groups: Applied Ecology & Conservation Research Group, The Biodiversity Council. His recent publications address megafires' ecological impacts, predator-prey dynamics, and policy recommendations for biodiversity protection. Ritchie emphasizes collaboration with Indigenous communities and innovative technologies like camera traps for wildlife monitoring. He maintains active media engagement through platforms such as The Conversation, advocating for science communication and public awareness.
Dr. Ashish Kumar is a Researcher at the Department of Chemistry, University of York, UK, specializing in indoor and outdoor air quality. His current postdoctoral research focuses on the INGENIOUS project, investigating indoor air pollutants and their sources. He holds a PhD in Atmospheric Chemistry from IISER Mohali (2021) and a BS-MS in Chemistry from the same institution. His work emphasizes VOC measurements, emission inventories, and pollution source identification in regions like the Indo-Gangetic Plain and urban India. He has contributed to developing high-resolution emission inventories for road transport and agricultural activities. Research interests include volatile organic compounds (VOCs), particulate matter (PM2.5), and their health impacts, alongside experimental atmospheric chemistry and pollution mitigation strategies. He has participated in field campaigns and laboratory experiments, employing advanced analytical techniques like PTR-MS and TD-GC-MS. His findings have been published in journals such as Science of the Total Environment and Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics . Dr. Kumar has received the Early Career Scientist Poster Prize (2021) and the Outstanding Student Poster and PICO award (2019). He collaborates widely on environmental policy and air quality modeling, with datasets contributing to regional pollution assessments. His research aims to bridge gaps between emission sources and health/environmental outcomes, fostering sustainable solutions for improving air quality globally.
Professor AnnMarie O'Donoghue is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Durham University, UK, where she has been an independent researcher since 2005. She was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2012, Reader in 2016, and Full Professor in 2020. Her research aligns with both the 'Physical Organic Chemistry' and 'Bioactive Chemistry and Synthesis' Research Groupings in the department and overlaps with key themes associated with the 'Biophysical Sciences Institute'. Professor O'Donoghue received her undergraduate BSc degree in chemistry from University College Dublin, followed by a PhD in physical organic chemistry from the same institution. She completed postdoctoral studies at the University at Buffalo (State University of New York) and the University of Cambridge under a Marie Curie Fellowship. Her research focuses on mechanistic studies of organic and biological transformations with an emphasis on catalysis. Through understanding the strategies underpinning catalysis, her group aims to inform the design of improved (enzymic and non-enzymic) catalyst systems. She employs a physical organic chemistry approach using organic synthesis, reaction kinetics, pKa determination, and structure-activity studies. Her laboratory is equipped with advanced instrumentation including UV-visible spectrophotometers and stopped-flow spectrophotometers. Analyzing her recent publications (2020-2025), Professor O'Donoghue's research shows a strong focus on organocatalysis, particularly with triazolium-based catalysts. Her work examines reaction kinetics, structure-activity relationships, and mechanistic insights into organocatalytic processes. She also explores enzyme mechanisms, radical chemistry, and peptide/protein chemistry, demonstrating the breadth of her research program in physical organic and bioorganic chemistry. Professor O'Donoghue was awarded the prestigious Josef Loschmidt Award for Physical Organic Chemistry in 2014. Her research has been published in high-impact journals including Journal of Organic Chemistry, Nature Communications, Chemical Science, and Angewandte Chemie. Professor O'Donoghue actively supervises PhD students and research postgraduates, with a current list including Beau Bissett Cooke, Betty Raynal, Callum Johnson, Daniel Bonn, Eleanor Taylor-Newman, Josh Rawlinson, Laura Avison, Lauren Billett, and Felix Song. Her research group utilizes state-of-the-art facilities for kinetic studies and mechanistic investigations. Her laboratory is well-equipped for a range of kinetic methods, housing CARY50 and CARY100 UV-visible spectrophotometers with cell changers that can be thermostatted to temperatures between 0-100°C, and an Applied Photophysics stopped-flow spectrophotometer with UV-visible, diode array and fluorescence detection. The group also utilizes NMR and mass spectral facilities for isotopic labeling studies.
Jennifer M. Cook is an Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling at the University of Texas at San Antonio (College of Education and Human Development). As a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), she integrates multicultural advocacy into her roles as educator, researcher, and clinical supervisor. Her work addresses systemic inequities in counseling practices and mental health outcomes. Dr. Cook’s research specializes in Counselor cultural development Social class and socioeconomic status Intersectional identity frameworks Ableist microaggressions She authored the textbook Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling: A Systemic, Person-Centered, and Ethical Approach , reflecting her commitment to inclusive counseling paradigms. Analysis of her recent publications reveals trends in Disability equity in substance use treatment Microaggressions across marginalized identities Advocacy-driven counseling models Addiction recovery through intersectional lenses Her methodological contributions to text mining academic journals highlight interdisciplinary approaches to counseling research. Dr. Cook’s clinical supervision extends to private practice, clinical mental health, and training programs for school, clinical mental health, and clinical rehabilitation counselors. She has delivered over 40 peer-reviewed presentations globally and focuses on systemic solutions for underserved populations.
Dr. Gioia Mosler is a researcher at the Centre for Genomics and Child Health , part of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London . Holding a PhD in Environmental Epidemiology from Imperial College London, she leads the Global Research Group for Child Health and drives its community engagement initiatives. Her work focuses on respiratory and environmental health challenges in the UK and Africa, with projects including the MAIS (My Asthma In School) study, ACACIA (Achieving Control of Asthma in Children In Africa), CAPPA (Children’s Air Pollution Profiles in Africa), and the Children’s Environmental Health Clinic . Email: g.mosler@qmul.ac.uk Website: LinkedIn Profile Research Interests: Global respiratory health, particularly asthma in diverse populations Paediatric environmental health, focusing on air pollution exposure Behavioural health interventions using theatre, film, and games Research Trends: Her recent publications (2019-2024) emphasize asthma management in adolescents, exposure assessment to particulate matter in urban settings, and innovative community engagement methods like drama-based education. Studies span sub-Saharan Africa and the UK, addressing diagnostic gaps, pollution sources, and school-based interventions. Supervision: She supervises Andres Aharhel Mercado Velazquez and others in child health research.
Dr. Tamara Bucher is an Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle, affiliated with the School of Environmental and Life Sciences. Her research focuses on consumer behavior, nudging strategies to improve food choices, and the impact of digital environments on dietary habits. She holds a PhD in Food, Nutrition, and Health from ETH Zurich and has extensive interdisciplinary collaborations in nutrition, psychology, and computer science. Dr. Bucher leads the University’s Doctoral Training Centre in Food and Agribusiness, bridging academic research with industry needs. She also serves as Deputy Director of the Newcastle Wine Studies Network, exploring consumer perceptions of wine and low-alcohol beverages. Her work emphasizes creating sustainable and accessible healthy food environments, including studies on convenience foods, online grocery shopping, and portion size education. Key achievements include developing the International Food Unit (IFU) to improve portion size estimation and co-authoring influential reviews on positional influences in food choice. She has received the 2013 Nutrition Society Paper of the Month award and supervises Dual Award Doctoral students with international partner universities. Her teaching roles include coordinating courses on Functional Foods, Micronutrients, and Food and Consumer Behavior. Current projects investigate digital nudging in online food platforms and the role of nature imagery in food marketing.
Alistair Cook is a Research Fellow at the School of Biomedical Sciences, The University of Western Australia, specializing in cancer immunology and radiotherapy. He earned a PhD in stem cell biology from the University of Edinburgh (2010) and a BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry from the University of Aberdeen (2004). Education : BSc (Hons), Biochemistry with Industrial Placement, University of Aberdeen (1999-2004) PhD, Stem Cell Biology, University of Edinburgh (2004-2010) His research focuses on improving immunotherapy outcomes for mesothelioma through biomarker discovery and integration with radiotherapy. He has pioneered a program using low-dose radiotherapy to enhance anti-tumor immune responses. Recent work trends show expertise in tumor hypoxia imaging, PD-L1 dynamics, and computational modeling of radio-immunotherapy synergy. He leads projects like Leveraging Low-Dose Radiotherapy (Tour de Cure) and Imaging PD-L1 Modulation (icare NSW), with 16 grants totaling $23M. Current projects include: Leveraging Low-Dose Radiotherapy to Improve Immunotherapy Outcomes (Tour de Cure, 2025-2026) Tracking PD-L1 Modulation Using In Vivo Imaging (icare NSW, 2024-2026) Zirconium-89 Antibodies for PD-L1 Imaging (NHMRC, 2024) He supervises HDR students and collaborates with institutions like the Harry Perkins Institute and NHMRC, contributing to 32 research outputs with an h-index of 13.
Steven Waslander is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto Institute for Aerospace Studies and an Adjunct Professor in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Waterloo. He previously directed the Waterloo Autonomous Vehicles Laboratory (WAVELab). Education: Doctorate in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University (2007) Master's in Aeronautics and Astronautics from Stanford University (2002) Bachelor's in Applied Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering from Queen's University (1998) His research focuses on autonomous vehicles , including aerial and ground systems, with an emphasis on Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) , nonlinear estimation , multi-robot systems , and autonomous driving . He also explores convolutional and recurrent neural networks for motion planning and object detection . Recent articles highlight trends in 3D detection , LiDAR-based tracking , neural radiance fields for autonomous driving, and model-agnostic pretraining for motion prediction. These works span journals like IEEE Transactions on Robotics and conferences such as ICCV and NeurIPS . Professor Waslander has advised the University of Waterloo Robotics Team, mentored students like Evan Cook, Barza, and Marc, and collaborated with industry partners including Aeryon Labs and Clearpath Robotics. He is a member of the NSERC Canadian Field Robotics Network .
Ross Glenn Raymond Marchant is an academic affiliated with James Cook University. He holds a PhD in Computer Science/Engineering, completed in 2016, focusing on local feature analysis using higher-order Riesz transforms. His research spans interdisciplinary fields including image processing, marine science, and environmental monitoring. Marchant has co-authored numerous publications in reputable journals and conferences, such as the Journal of Mathematical Imaging and Vision and IEEE Oceanic Engineering. His work integrates mathematical techniques like Riesz transforms and Hilbert transforms with practical applications in marine instrumentation (e.g., water turbidity drifters and marine current sensors). Collaborators include Paul Jackway, Peter Ridd, and others, indicating a strong focus on both theoretical and applied research. Marchant’s contributions bridge computer vision, signal processing, and environmental science, particularly in coral reef ecology and oceanographic instrumentation. Key research trends include developing novel signal models for feature detection and advancing sensor technologies for marine environments. His publications reflect expertise in image analysis, transform-based methods, and environmental data acquisition systems.
Cecile Massault is a researcher at James Cook University , actively contributing to the fields of genomics , fish genetics , and aquaculture . Her work focuses on advanced genetic techniques such as Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) and genomic prediction models to improve growth, disease resistance, and coloration traits in marine species like barramundi, olive flounder, and pearl oysters. Research Interests : Genomic technologies for aquaculture Stress and disease resistance in marine species Coloration genetics in fish Genetic selection and breeding Publication Trends : Her recent articles (2022–2025) emphasize GWAS , SNP analysis , and machine learning in predicting survival traits in fish. These studies often involve collaborations across global institutions and are published in journals like Aquaculture and Fish and Shellfish Immunology .
Dr Yee Heng Tan is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Business at James Cook University Singapore. Previously, he held positions as Associate Professor of Marketing at Tokyo International University, contributing to both the Business & Economics school and the School of Digital Business & Innovation. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from Singapore Management University (2013-2018) and a Bachelor of Business Management with dual focus on Marketing and Psychology from the same institution (2007-2011). His research focuses on digital innovation, new media, and virtual streamers, with key interests in user-generated content, platform ecosystems, and crowdfunding dynamics. He has developed courses across marketing, research methods, entrepreneurship, and information systems at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His work bridges marketing strategy with psychological insights, employing both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Dr Tan actively collaborates with industry through student-led consulting projects in Japan and has supervised higher-degree research students exploring topics like Virtual YouTubers and influencer marketing credibility. His research examines topics such as reputation spillovers, consumer-computer interactions, and the socio-economic impacts of digital platforms. Notable contributions include analyzing virtual entertainer archetypes, recurring crowdfunding models, and backer network dynamics. His publications span peer-reviewed journals and industry-focused books, reflecting his dual academic and applied focus.
