جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Civil Engineering
• Materials Science
• Construction Technology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ciaran McNally is an Associate Professor in the School of Civil Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD). He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from UCD (2001) and a Professional Diploma in Teaching & Learning (2015). His research focuses on advanced materials, including concrete durability, asphalt technology, fiber-reinforced polymers (FRP), and digital design methods like 3D printing and BIM. He has secured over €2 million in research funding, leading EU projects such as the Marie Curie Initial Training Network TEAM (€3.2M). Education: BE, PhD (Civil Engineering, UCD); Prof Dip University Teaching & Learning (UCD) Affiliations: Irish Concrete Society (Treasurer), Engineering Graduates Association Committees: College Executive Board, Safety Committee (School/College), UCD Covid-19 Consultative Committee His research interests span low-carbon concrete, eco-engineering for marine structures, and infrastructure asset management. Notable contributions include studies on reclaimed asphalt in pavements, bio-inspired optimization, and durability of GGBS blends. He coordinates modules like Advanced Materials and Group Design Projects, emphasizing practical engineering and sustainability. Recent articles highlight innovations in 3D-printed concrete, low-carbon materials, and steel stud behavior. McNally’s work bridges academic research with industry applications, promoting sustainable construction practices and lifecycle thinking.

• Digital Humanities
• Catalan Studies
• Spatial Humanities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pedro Nilsson-Fernández is a Lecturer in Digital Arts and Humanities at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland. He holds a PhD (2019) and MRes (2012) from UCC, focusing on Catalan literature and digital humanities, and a BA in English Philology from the Universitat de Barcelona (2011). His research integrates digital tools like GIS and text-mining to analyze Catalan cultural heritage, emphasizing spatial narratives in post-civil war literature. He leads the Associació d’Humanitats Digitals Catalanes and co-convenes the UK/Ireland Multilingual DH group. His work bridges literary analysis with computational methods, addressing multilingual DH practices and sustainability. He has secured grants including €47,300 from the Irish Research Council for his Pedrolo mapping project. Teaching spans Digital Humanities theories, gender/race in DH, and publishing practices. Notable publications include Multilingual Digital Humanities (2023) and a 2024 report on DH policy recommendations. Awards include the 2022 XXXIV Premi Josep M. Batista i Roca. He previously served as Technical Editor for the Journal of Catalan Studies and Treasurer of the Anglo-Catalan Society.

Padraig Ó Cathainمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Mathematics
• Algebra
• Combinatorics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Padraig Ó Cathain is a Lecturer in the School of Enterprise and Irish at Dublin City University, where Irish is the primary language of instruction. His academic career includes roles as a postdoc at the University of Queensland (2012–2015), Aalto University (2015–2016), and as an Assistant Professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (2016–2021). He holds a PhD in Mathematics (Algebraic Combinatorics) from the University of Galway (2012). His research focuses on algebra, combinatorics, and their applications, including design theory, signal processing, and private communication systems. Notable contributions include work on Hadamard matrices, compressed sensing, and combinatorial cryptography. He was awarded the 2015 Kirkman Medal by the Institute of Combinatorics and its Applications for his early-career achievements. Dr. Ó Cathain’s teaching spans discrete mathematics and algebra across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. His research collaborations include projects with Prof. Darryn Bryant (design theory), Prof. Petteri Kaski (computational complexity), and Prof. Camilla Hollanti (mathematics for secure communication).

• Human Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Educational Technology
• Technology for Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Conor Linehan is a Senior Lecturer in Applied Psychology at University College Cork (UCC), Ireland, and a member of Lero, the Science Foundation Ireland Research Centre for Software. He co-directs UCC's BA in Psychology and Computing. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), emphasizing educational technology, health technology, and games for societal challenges. With over 160 peer-reviewed publications and €2.8M in grant funding, his work bridges psychological principles with technology design, addressing issues like energy interventions, educational games, and mental health tools. Education: PhD, National University of Ireland, Maynooth (2008) MSc, National University of Ireland, Maynooth (2003) Research Interests: Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Educational Technology (e.g., games for learning) Health Technology (e.g., mental health interventions) Game Design for Social Impact (e.g., behavior change, accessibility) Grants and Funding: €2.8M+ as PI/Co-PI across grants from Science Foundation Ireland, Health Research Board, and industry partnerships. Notable projects include Grassroot Wavelengths (€24k) and Responsible Software Engineering (SFI-funded). Labs and Collaborations: Lero Research Centre People and Technology Research Group at UCC

• Robotics
• Intelligent Systems
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Petar Trslić is an Assistant Professor at the University of Limerick's School of Engineering, affiliated with the Centre for Robotics and Intelligent Systems. His research focuses on advanced robotics, autonomous systems, and sensor fusion technologies, with applications in maritime operations, wildlife monitoring, and infrastructure inspection. Key technical areas include Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), path planning algorithms, and LiDAR-based systems. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to innovation and infrastructure, climate action, and sustainable energy. Trslić has collaborated internationally on projects involving cooperative robotic systems, multi-sensor fusion for state estimation, and autonomous vehicle coordination in challenging environments. His recent publications highlight innovations in UAV wildlife surveillance, maritime robotics for offshore wind farms, and automated infrastructure inspection using 3D reconstruction. He has secured research funding for initiatives in autonomous underwater robotics and has developed novel algorithms for robotic docking and navigation under dynamic conditions. Trslić's lab emphasizes practical solutions for industrial automation challenges and environmental monitoring through interdisciplinary approaches.

• Mycobacterial Infections
• Bovine Tuberculosis
• Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Stephen Gordon is a Full Professor at University College Dublin's School of Veterinary Medicine, with joint appointments in the Schools of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science and Medicine. He holds an Orcid identifier (0000-0002-4833-5542) and has been a Full Professor since 2021, previously holding the same title from 2008–2021. His research focuses on mycobacterial infections, particularly bovine tuberculosis (bTB), leveraging genomics, transcriptomics, and molecular epidemiology. Education: BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Science, National University of Ireland, Galway (1986–1990) PhD in Microbiology, University of Leicester (1991–1995), supported by Wellcome Trust grants Research Interests: His work explores the molecular mechanisms of mycobacterial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, and the development of diagnostics and control strategies for TB in cattle and humans. Key areas include genomic epidemiology of Mycobacterium bovis, comparative genomics of Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex members, and the role of vitamin D in mycobacterial immunity. Professional Activities: Member of the DAFM Scientific Advisory Committee for Animal Health and Welfare (2014–2018) Member of the Veterinary Council of Ireland (2014–2017) Editorial roles in journals such as Tuberculosis , PLoS ONE , and Microbiology-Sgm Awards: VLA Young Scientist of the Year (2000) Wellcome Trust Fellowships (1991–1995) Teaching & Supervision: Leads the Thematic Doctoral Programme in Infection Biology and teaches courses on Systems Microbiology, Genomics, and Veterinary Pathobiology. Supervises PhD students in TB-related research. Grants & Funding: Secured major grants including the €5M 'One-TB' initiative and collaborations on genomic epidemiology tools for bTB control. Current projects address wildlife reservoirs, diagnostic improvements, and whole-genome sequencing applications in Ireland's TB eradication efforts.

Camila Perusselloمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Food Processing Engineering
• Sustainable Food Systems
• Multiphysics Modelling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Camila Perussello is an Assistant Professor in Sustainable Biosystems Engineering at University College Dublin (UCD), Ireland. She holds academic appointments in food engineering, with a focus on integrating theoretical, computational, and experimental methods to advance sustainable agri-food systems. Her research spans food processing engineering, multiphysics modeling, and valorization of food waste. She has held postdoctoral positions at institutions including the Federal University of Paraná (Brazil), University of Parma (Italy), and Technological University Dublin (Ireland), and worked as a Research Officer at Teagasc. Perussello has degrees from the Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná and a PhD from Queensland University of Technology. She is fluent in English, Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish. Her work emphasizes ethical responsibility and has produced influential publications like Food for Thought , analyzing the environmental and social impacts of animal agriculture. She advises food industries on sustainable practices and has secured grants such as the OBRSS Research Support Scheme (2016–2023). Her research teams focus on innovative food technologies, alternative proteins, and life cycle assessments. Education: MEng, Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná MSc, Pontifical Catholic University of Paraná PhD, Federal University of Paraná PhD, Queensland University of Technology Research Interests: Sustainable food processing and equipment design Microencapsulation of bioactive materials Thermophysical properties of agri-food materials Alternative protein technologies Animal rights and vegan advocacy Climate-resilient food systems Grants: OBRSS Research Support Scheme (2016–2023) Advisory & Consulting: Industry consulting on formulation design, clean labeling, and process optimization Expertise in nonthermal food technologies and shelf-life extension Labs/Teams: Leads UCD’s Sustainable Biosystems Engineering research group focusing on agri-food innovation and environmental sustainability.

• Chemical Engineering
• Bioprocess Engineering
• Materials Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Georg Pesch is an Assistant Professor/Lecturer at the University of College Dublin's School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, with an ORCID identifier 0000-0003-4676-1908. His roles include coordinating modules such as Chemical Thermodynamics and Applied Research Design. He holds a BSc, MSc, and Dr.-Ing. from the University of Bremen, Germany, and completed postdoctoral research at Delft University of Technology. Previously, he was a Group Leader at the University of Bremen's Faculty of Production Engineering (2018–2022). Dr. Pesch's research focuses on dielectrophoretic technologies for particle separation, electrokinetic filtration, and catalytic reactor design. His work integrates computational fluid dynamics (CFD), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) imaging, and microfluidics to advance high-throughput separation systems and operando reaction analysis. Key projects include developing bio-inspired catalyst supports for heat management and antifouling strategies for underwater optics. He has secured grants from the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, Science Foundation Ireland, and industry partnerships. His scientific contributions span over 50 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing applications in biomedical engineering (e.g., tumor cell isolation), energy storage (lithium-ion battery recycling), and materials science. Teaching responsibilities include advanced chemical engineering modules and work placement coordination. Current projects include the CFD-MRI Reactions initiative and investigations into foam fractionation for pharmaceutical applications. Grants: Electrokinetic Material Recycling, CFD-MRI Reactions, High-Throughput Separation of Tumor Cells. Lab Focus: Dielectrophoretic Particle Chromatography, NMR-Validated Catalytic Reactors.

Maria Chiara Levaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Human Factors
• Human Reliability Analysis
• Human Machine Interface Design
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr Maria Chiara Leva serves as a Senior Lecturer within the Faculty of Sciences and Health at Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), specifically in the Department of Food Science & Environmental Health. She concurrently holds a visiting lecturer position for Risk Assessment and Safety Management in Trinity College Dublin's School of Engineering, while maintaining associated Principal Investigator roles at TU Dublin's Science and Technology in Advanced Manufacturing research centre and Trinity's Centre for Innovative Human Systems. Her research program centers on Human Factors, Human Reliability Analysis, Human Machine Interface Design, Safety Management Systems, and Safety Culture, with over 60 publications spanning operational risk assessment and safety engineering applications. Dr Leva's work demonstrates consistent evolution from foundational human reliability modeling toward integrated safety management frameworks, with recent publications emphasizing real-time workload monitoring, risk intelligence systems, and cross-industry applications in manufacturing and process safety. Her research bridges theoretical human factors principles with practical implementation in high-risk operational environments. Dr Leva leads significant industry-academic initiatives including the spin-out company 'Tosca Human Factors Solutions', which originated from an EU project she directed as Principal Investigator. Her leadership extends to professional societies where she co-chairs the European Safety and Reliability Association's Human Factors technical committee and previously chaired the Irish Ergonomics Society. She also co-founded the annual Symposium on Human Mental Workload, now in its third iteration. Scientific Awards Female Founder Competitive Start Fund (National Digital Research Centre and Enterprise Ireland, 2016) Dr Leva has secured substantial research funding through EU projects and national grants, establishing her campus company as a conduit for translating academic research into industry solutions. Her advisory role in Tosca Human Factors Solutions demonstrates successful commercialization of academic expertise, while her ongoing research collaborations with manufacturing and process safety sectors highlight practical impact. She actively mentors through her academic positions and symposium organization, fostering next-generation researchers in human factors engineering. Her work operates within the interdisciplinary ecosystem of TU Dublin's Food Science & Environmental Health department and Trinity's engineering research centres, focusing on human-system integration challenges across food safety, industrial manufacturing, and critical infrastructure sectors.

• Software Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Genetic Programming
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anthony Ventresque is a Visiting Associate Professor at the University College Dublin, School of Computer Science , with a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Nantes & INRIA France (2008). He is also the Director of the TCD Complex Software Lab and a Senior Investigator with Lero, the SFI Irish Software Research Centre. MSc in Philosophy and Logic from the University of Nantes PhD in Computer Science from the University of Nantes & INRIA France His research focuses on Software Engineering , Genetic Programming , and Multi-objective Optimization , with applications to Autonomous Systems , Cloud Computing , and Sports Analytics . Recent publications highlight his work on grammar-obeying program synthesis using large language models, mutation testing for software quality, and domain adaptation for object detection in rugby data. His scientific awards include a Teaching Award from the UCD School of Computer Science in 2020. He has contributed to grants like Mutation Testing at Scale and Advancing Computational Archaeology , and his teaching activities encompass modules such as Big Data Programming and Operating Systems over multiple years. He leads the TCD Complex Software Lab , fostering interdisciplinary research and innovation.

• Medicinal Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• DNA Minor-Groove Binding
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Isabel Rozas is a Professor in the School of Chemistry and an affiliated faculty member at the Trinity Institute of Neuroscience (TCIN) , Trinity College Dublin. With a PhD from Universidad Complutense de Madrid and postdoctoral experience in Canada, she joined TCD in 2000, rising to full Professor in 2011. She is a Fellow of Trinity College Dublin (2005) and a globally recognized expert in medicinal and computational chemistry, particularly in guanidinium-based compounds and DNA minor-groove binders. PhD, Universidad Complutense de Madrid (1987) MSc (Licenciado de grado), Universidad Complutense de Madrid (1982) BSc (Honours), Universidad Complutense de Madrid (1981) Her research lies at the intersection of medicinal chemistry, computational modeling, and drug discovery , with a focus on designing novel therapeutic agents for cancer, infectious diseases, and neurological disorders. She investigates compounds targeting DNA minor-groove, α2-adrenoceptors, kinase pathways in multiple myeloma, and viral proteases like TMPRSS2 involved in SARS-CoV-2 entry. Her work combines synthetic organic chemistry with computational methods to understand non-covalent interactions, contributing to the IUPAC definition of hydrogen bonding. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward multifunctional therapeutics —designing guanidinium derivatives that bind nucleic acids or inhibit key enzymes. Her work spans anticancer agents, antivirals, anti-infectives, and CNS-active compounds, unified by a central chemical motif. She has published 173 peer-reviewed articles with over 9,000 citations (Google Scholar), reflecting sustained impact in the field. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Fellow of Trinity College Dublin (2005) Advising and Grants: Professor Rozas has supervised 20 PhD and 5 MSc students . She has secured approximately €2.5 million in research funding , including major SFI grants for developing SARS-CoV-2 entry inhibitors and anti-tuberculosis agents. Her leadership extends to editorial roles (e.g., Editor of Results in Chemistry ) and organizing major conferences such as Medicinal Chemistry Ireland. Laboratories and Teams: She leads a multidisciplinary research group at TCD that integrates experimental and computational approaches, collaborating with biochemists, microbiologists, and pharmacologists. She founded and chairs the Division of Medicinal and Biological Chemistry within the Institute of Chemistry of Ireland and has held key leadership roles at TCD, including Director of Research and Director of Global Relationships in the School of Chemistry.

Douglas Leithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Online Privacy
• Predictive Analytics
• Machine Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Douglas Leith is the Chair of Computer Systems at the School of Computer Science and Statistics, Trinity College Dublin. His research spans online privacy (investigating data collection by Google/Apple devices and COVID-19 contact-tracing apps) and predictive analytics (machine learning for recommender systems and decentralized algorithms). Research Interests: His work includes privacy verification for digital ecosystems, differential privacy frameworks, and transformer-based neural networks for cold-start problems. Past projects cover wireless networks, multipath TCP, and nonlinear control theory for wind turbines. Awards & Grants: Royal Society Research Fellowship (1995-2005) Principal Investigator on multiple Science Foundation Ireland grants (e.g., €1.8M for privacy-enhanced analytics, €3M for green networks) Teaching: He instructs courses on Machine Learning (CS7CS4/CSU44061) and Optimization for Machine Learning (CS7DS2).

• Proteomics
• Protein Interactions
• Synthetic Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Assoc Professor Gerard Cagney serves as Associate Professor and Director of the Mass Spectrometry Core at the University College Dublin in the School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science. His research spans proteomics, epigenetics, and systems biology with applications in psychiatric biomarker discovery, plant biochemistry, and microbial biotechnology. He leads the BiOrbic Bioeconomy Research Center's WP2 and has secured major grants from Wellcome Trust and Science Foundation Ireland. Current roles: Director, Mass Spectrometry Core (2018-present); Head of Research, Impact, Innovation, SBBS (2018-present) Education: BSc (UCD), PhD (Queen's University Belfast) Research interests include: Proteomic biomarker development for psychosis risk prediction Epigenetic regulation through histone modifications and chromatin remodeling Plant protein extraction and bioactivity characterization (e.g., bitter gourd antidiabetic proteins) Microbial bioplastic (PHA) system proteomics in Pseudomonas putida Nanoscale shape-dependent epigenetic responses Recent grants include: Wellcome Trust IMPETUS grant (2021-2023) for proteomic psychosis markers Science Foundation Ireland BiOrbic grant (2019-2027) as Principal Investigator UCD Equip Scheme (2019-2020) for technology acquisition Previous SFI grants (2008-2013) for functional food research Professional activities involve: College Research Innovation Impact Board membership (2018-2020) Leadership in mass spectrometry core facility Collaborations with University of Nottingham and EU-GEI consortia

• Nanomedicine
• Immunotherapy
• Nanoparticle-Immune System Interactions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Yan Yan is a leading researcher at University College Dublin's School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science, where she currently holds the position of Associate Professor (since July 2024) after serving as Assistant Professor from 2018-2024. Her research program focuses on understanding nanoscale interactions with the immune system to develop novel immunotherapies for cancer and infectious diseases. PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Peking University, China Postdoctoral training at the University of Melbourne Science Foundation Ireland SIRG Fellow Marie Curie Fellow Australian Research Council DECRA Fellow Professor Yan's research interests center on nanoscale shape biology and its applications in immunotherapy development. She has pioneered work on how nanoparticle architecture influences immune responses, particularly through the study of nanostructure shape effects on T cell receptor repertoires and histone modifications. Her interdisciplinary approach combines nanotechnology, immunology, and biointerface science to develop novel therapeutic strategies. Her laboratory investigates protein corona formation, nanoparticle translocation across biological barriers, and the development of shape-dependent immunomodulatory therapies. Analysis of Professor Yan's publication record reveals a strong focus on systematic investigation of nanoscale shape effects on biological systems. Her work has evolved from fundamental studies of protein corona formation to more recent applications in immunotherapy development, with increasing emphasis on translation to clinical applications. Her research demonstrates consistent innovation in methodology, particularly in developing frameworks for systematic nanoscale shape discovery and evaluation. 1st Prize Interstellar Initiate at New York Academy of Sciences (2017) Starting Investigator Research Grant from SFI (2016) Australian Eureka Prize for Excellence in Interdisciplinary Scientific Research (2013) Discovery Early Career Research Award from ARC (2013) Reviewer Excellence Award (top 1% reviewers, 2017) Professor Yan has successfully secured numerous research grants including HEA Covid-19 funding, the NANOSCAPE project, EXOTRAIN, and multiple UCD Equip Scheme awards. She supervises PhD students and coordinates modules including Biochemist's Toolkit, Bioprocessing, and Enzyme Technology & Protein Engineering. Her laboratory is part of the Conway Institute at University College Dublin, where she leads an interdisciplinary team working at the interface between nanostructures and the immune system. Her research group maintains active collaborations across multiple disciplines, focusing on translating nanoscale discoveries into therapeutic applications for cancer and infectious diseases.

• Signal Transduction Pathways
• Cancer Biology
• Systems Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Gomez is an Assistant Professor at the School of Medicine, University College Dublin, and a group leader at Systems Biology Ireland. His research integrates experimental proteomics, computational modeling, and systems biology to study signal transduction in cancer, with a focus on the Hippo pathway and its interactions with oncogenic networks like RAS/RAF and AKT. Prof Cert in University Teaching & Learning, UCD His recent work explores mitochondrial dysfunction in Barrett's oesophagus progression, ALS-related proteomic changes, and kinase-independent mechanisms in drug resistance. He employs multidisciplinary approaches spanning mass spectrometry, mathematical models, and cross-species validation. Key article trends include proteomic profiling of disease models (cancer, neurodegeneration), extracellular vesicle dynamics, and systems-level analysis of signaling crosstalk. His studies frequently involve pathway reconstruction and identification of therapeutic vulnerabilities. Gomez coordinates modules like Cell-Cell Signalling and Molecules in Medicine , and has served as a peer reviewer for journals including Nature Communications and Cancer Research . He leads a research team at Systems Biology Ireland and has secured grants such as the UCD Equip Scheme.