جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Suzanne Arendsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Rheumatology
• Sjögren’s Syndrome
• Axial Spondyloarthritis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Suzanne Arends is an Assistant Professor and epidemiologist at the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Groningen, specializing in rheumatology within the Translational Immunology Groningen (TRIGR) research group. Her work focuses on inflammatory autoimmune diseases, particularly axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) and Sjögren’s syndrome , addressing clinical disease activity, psychosocial influences, and novel treatment approaches. Key Research Areas: Axial spondyloarthritis (disease activity, central sensitization, lifestyle factors) Sjögren’s syndrome (lymphoma risk, salivary gland imaging, systemic activity) Interdisciplinary links to UN SDGs: Health, Wellbeing, Scientific Collaboration Recent Publication Trends: 2025 studies explore axSpA pain mechanisms and Sjögren’s patient-reported outcomes. 2024 work emphasizes treatment-resistant axSpA definitions, Sjögren’s lymphoma management, and biologic therapy outcomes. Scientific Recognition: Recipient of the Sjögren Award 2022 for clinical research Contributor to Duncan A. Gordon Award -winning team Public Engagement: Media expert on axSpA exercise guidelines (2024) Keynote speaker at 16th International Symposium on Sjogren’s Disease (2024)

Matthew D. Greenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cryptography
• Computer Security
• Applied Cryptography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthew D. Green is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University and a member of the Johns Hopkins University Information Security Institute. He is a nationally recognized expert in applied cryptography and cryptographic engineering with significant contributions to privacy-enhanced technologies and secure communication systems. Oberlin College: BMus in Technology of Music and Related Arts and BA in Computer Science (1998) Johns Hopkins University: MS in Computer Science (2005), PhD in Computer Science (2008) Green's research focuses on practical applications of cryptography, including privacy-enhanced information storage, anonymous payment systems, and bilinear map-based cryptography. His work bridges theoretical cryptography with real-world security challenges, particularly in blockchain technologies, end-to-end encrypted communications, and privacy-preserving systems. He has made significant contributions to understanding cryptographic vulnerabilities in widely deployed systems and developing more secure alternatives. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on emerging cryptographic challenges including machine unlearning, privacy in encrypted messaging, compliance-enabled digital assets, and detecting synthetic content from large language models. These works show his ability to address both theoretical foundations and practical implementations of security systems. NSF CAREER Award (2017) $100,000 Google Security and Privacy Research Award Green is actively engaged in both academic research and public discourse on security issues. He is the author of the popular blog 'A Few Thoughts on Cryptographic Engineering' and has over 140,000 followers on X (formerly Twitter). His work has been instrumental in analyzing security flaws in commercial products and contributing to the development of more secure cryptographic protocols. He was one of the creators of the Zerocash protocol used by Zcash cryptocurrency and founded the encryption startup Zeutro. His research group at Johns Hopkins focuses on practical cryptographic engineering challenges, with particular emphasis on how theoretical cryptographic constructions can be implemented securely in real-world systems. The group maintains strong connections with industry partners and regularly contributes to security standards discussions.

Martin Bilodeauمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology and Health Technologies
• Motor System
• Neurosciences
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Martin Bilodeau is a Full Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa. His research focuses on physical factors influencing mobility during normal and pathological aging, with affiliations to the Life Research Institute (2019-present), uOttawa Brain and Mind Research Institute (2018-present), and Bruyère Research Institute (2017-present). Ph.D., Biomedical Sciences (Rehabilitation), Université de Montréal (1993) Bachelor of Science, Physiotherapy, Université de Montréal (1988) His work spans Technology and Health Technologies , Muscle Fatigue , Postural Control , and Virtual Reality Rehabilitation . Recent studies examine fear of movement in chronic conditions, remote concussion assessment protocols, and telerehabilitation efficacy for TBI patients. Articles highlight aging-related mobility barriers, sensor-based monitoring, and neuromuscular interactions. Key affiliations include: Life Research Institute (2019–present) uOttawa Brain and Mind Research Institute (2018–present) Bruyère Research Institute (2017–present) Current supervision includes Miriam Goubran (Ph.D. expected 2024) and Nathalie Todam Nguepnang.

• Developmental Language Disorder
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Educational Inequality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah Spencer serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Human Communication Sciences at the University of Sheffield's School of Allied Health Professions, Nursing and Midwifery. With over two decades of clinical experience as an HCPC-registered Speech and Language Therapist and certified RCSLT member, she bridges academic research and NHS clinical practice to address language-related educational inequalities affecting children and adolescents from disadvantaged backgrounds. Her academic credentials include a BMedSci and PhD in Speech and Language Therapy. Dr. Spencer maintains an active clinical practice through her honorary NHS contract and partnerships with organizations including ICAN and The Communication Trust, specializing in complex speech-language disorders among adolescents with particular expertise in language-behavior-social outcome intersections. Dr. Spencer's research confronts systemic inequities through multiple strands: investigating adolescent language differences (Developmental Language Disorder, speech sound disorders); developing inclusive school practices; designing culturally responsive interventions for underserved communities; and critically examining social class impacts on language development. Her methodological approach combines qualitative depth with quantitative rigor, prioritizing co-production with educators and families to ensure real-world relevance. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent thematic threads across diverse contexts—from Indonesian kindergartens to English youth prisons—including socioeconomic impacts on language outcomes, innovative classroom strategies like the Communication Supporting Classroom Observation Tool (CSCOT), and nuanced explorations of nonstandard language varieties. Her work demonstrates exceptional translational impact, with studies directly informing tools adopted by schools and clinical protocols used by NHS services. Professional Recognition and Service: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Associate Editor, International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders Regular manuscript reviewer for journals including Language, Speech and Hearing Services in Schools; PLOS ONE; Child Language Teaching and Therapy Grant reviewer for ESRC and Nuffield Foundation As an active PhD supervisor, Dr. Spencer mentors five doctoral candidates investigating cleft palate interventions, parent feedback strategies, and secondary school communication support while having successfully guided three students to completion. Her current research portfolio includes Communication Supporting Classrooms, academic vocabulary development programs for secondary students, and the Language Enriching Activity Programme (LEAP) delivered in partnership with Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust, with new funding applications underway for neurodiversity and equity in pediatric speech-language therapy provision. Through Sheffield NHS partnerships and The Communication Trust's youth justice sector initiatives, Dr. Spencer maintains direct clinical engagement with adolescents experiencing complex speech-language disorders, particularly focusing on mainstream educational settings where language difficulties intersect with behavioral challenges and social outcomes.

Bernhard Eggerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• 3D Morphable Models
• Statistical Shape Modeling
• Computer Graphics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Bernhard Egger is a junior professor (adidas Stiftungsprofessur) at the Chair of Visual Computing, Cognitive Computer Vision Lab at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) . His research bridges human/machine perception of faces and shapes with synthetic data generation. Formerly, he was a postdoc at MIT's Computational Cognitive Science Lab and Computer Science & AI Lab, following a PhD in facial image annotation at the University of Basel. Research Focus: 3D Morphable Models, Statistical Shape Modeling, Inverse Rendering, AI in Mental Health, Medical Imaging. Education: PhD (University of Basel, 2017), MSc/BSc in Computer Science (University of Basel), Teaching Diploma (University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland). Notable Awards: Best Poster Award (2024, Cognitive Computational Neuroscience) Best Paper Award (CVPR Workshop 2019) Honk Award (SIGBOVIK 2020) Publications Trends: Recent work spans implicit surface modeling (ICLR 2025), 3D scene decomposition (3DV 2025), medical shape models (BVM 2025), and multimodal AI (npj Mental Health 2024). Labs: FAU's Cognitive Computer Vision Lab (advisor to 8+ students/researchers).

• Nursing
• Chronic Wound Care
• Patient Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pedro García Fernández is a Researcher with a dual academic background in Electrical Engineering and Healthcare Design from the University of Granada (2000) and Polytechnic University of Madrid (1983). His work spans two distinct domains: early contributions in discrete cosine transform architectures and hospital systemic design , followed by a decades-long focus on chronic wound care , pressure ulcers , and patient safety . PhD , University of Granada (2000) – Efficient architectures for the discrete cosine transform using the residue numerical system PhD , Polytechnic University of Madrid (1983) – New methodology for the integral design of hospital centers: systemic approach His recent research emphasizes dependency-related skin injuries , nursing-led interventions , and healthcare policy , including collaborations with the Red de Profesorado en Heridas and GNEAUPP . Key areas include: Chronic wound epidemiology (e.g., national prevalence surveys in Spain) Clinical practice guidelines for pressure ulcer prevention and treatment Evidence-based nursing (e.g., advanced practice nurse effectiveness) Healthcare technology (e.g., data management plans, wound classification tools) The 15 most recent publications highlight trends in diabetic foot ulcers , incontinence-associated dermatitis , and innovative wound care education for nursing curricula. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his work has driven transcultural adaptations of risk assessment scales and multidisciplinary wound clinics .

Natasha Mesinkovskaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Dermatology
• Cicatricial Alopecia
• Inflammatory Skin Diseases
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Natasha Mesinkovska, MD, PhD is an Associate Professor and Vice Chair for Clinical Research at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) School of Medicine. Her work bridges dermatology and clinical research, with a focus on inflammatory hair loss disorders. University: University of California, Irvine School: School of Medicine Academic Rank: Associate Professor Research Interests : Dr. Mesinkovska specializes in hair loss disorders , particularly cicatricial alopecia and lichen planopilaris . Her research explores the role of PPAR gamma agonists in treating scarring alopecia and the intersection of systemic conditions (e.g., diabetes) with hair loss. She also investigates the epidemiology and psychosocial impacts of alopecia, including racial/ethnic disparities and insurance coverage limitations . Scientific Trends : Recent publications highlight her contributions to understanding gut-skin connections in alopecia, safety of JAK inhibitors in pregnancy, and innovative therapies (e.g., low-dose minoxidil, PRP, Thiamidol). She has been involved in clinical trial analyses for ritlecitinib and deuruxolitinib.

Stephen Goodallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Economic Evaluation
• Public Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen Goodall is a Professor and Deputy Director at the Centre for Health Economics Research and Evaluation (CHERE) within the Faculty of Health at University of Technology Sydney. He leads a large research team conducting multi-million dollar government-commissioned economic evaluations of medical technologies, diagnostic tests, and healthcare services. PhD in Vascular Medicine (2002) and Master of Health Economics (University of York) Specializes in health technology assessment, economic modeling, and equity analysis His recent research focuses on: Cost-effectiveness of CAR-T therapies considering treatment delays Access pathways for rare disease treatments Productivity loss valuation methods in public health Integration of palliative care in cancer treatment SSB taxation policy analysis in Thailand Home energy upgrades for vulnerable populations He has contributed to over 281 research outputs and leads major grants including: MRFF Clinical Trials Activity Grant (Neurological Disorders, 2025-2030) HCF Research Translation Grant (Cardiac arrhythmia monitoring, 2025-2028) Health Technology Assessment Guidance contracts with Commonwealth Department of Health

Anaïs Rameauمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Voice Disorders
• Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)
• Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anaïs Rameau, MD MPhil is an attending laryngologist and Associate Professor of Otolaryngology at Weill Cornell Medical College. She serves as the Chief of Dysphagia at the Sean Parker Institute for the Voice and founded the Laryngology Innovation Lab , focusing on transdisciplinary collaborations with engineers and social scientists. Her work bridges clinical expertise in Swallowing disorders Voice restoration Airway rehabilitation Artificial intelligence diagnostics Education: M.Phil., Cambridge University (2017) M.D., McGill University (2010) M.Sc., London School of Economics (2005) B.A., Cornell University (2004) M.S., Weill Cornell Medical College (2022) Research focus: Outcomes studies for dysphagia interventions, AI-driven diagnostic tools, and preventative measures for aspiration in dementia patients. She leads NIH-funded projects including Bridge2AI-Voice consortium Mobile app for gender-affirming voice training Low-cost endoscopy simulators Scientific contributions: First otolaryngology recipient of Paul B. Beeson Award Co-developed AI frameworks for vocal fold pathology classification Advocated for improved telehealth equity in laryngology Authored consensus statements on high-resolution manometry Developed open-source medical device protocols Pioneered cough airflow analysis post-injection laryngoplasty Global impact: Maintains active collaboration with the University of Zimbabwe's Otolaryngology Department while advancing equitable AI development practices.

Donald S. Baeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery
• Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery
• Brachial Plexus Injuries
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Donald S. Bae is a Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and a leading Orthopedic Surgeon at Boston Children’s Hospital. He serves as Co-Director of the Harvard Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship and Director of the Hand and Orthopaedic Upper Extremity Program , with additional roles in clinical simulation leadership. Education: Harvard College (1992), Harvard Medical School (1997) Training: General Surgery Internship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (1998), Orthopedic Residency at Harvard Combined Program (2002), Pediatric Orthopedic Fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital (2003), Hand Surgery Fellowship at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (2004) His clinical focus spans pediatric hand surgery , brachial plexus injuries , osteochondritis dissecans , and congenital limb differences . He pioneered the CoULD Registry for long-term outcomes in upper limb anomalies and co-authored the Pediatric Hand and Upper Limb Surgery textbook. Recent publications address clavicle fractures , elbow OCD lesions , telehealth efficacy , and gymnast injury patterns . His work emphasizes evidence-based practices, surgical simulation, and cost-effective care. Scientific Awards: St. Giles Young Investigator Award (2008) Harvard Orthopaedic Golden Apple Award (2011) Angela S.M. Kuo Memorial Award (2012) Robert P. Masland Jr. Teaching Award (2013) Fellow of AAOS Dr. Bae’s lab at Boston Children’s Hospital leads multi-center studies like the FACTS Study Group and TOBI Study , focusing on fracture outcomes and nerve reconstruction for brachial plexus injuries.

• Blockchain
• Cybersecurity
• Distributed Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Roberto Zunino is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Trento, specializing in blockchain technologies, formal methods, and distributed systems. His research bridges theoretical computer science with practical cryptographic applications, particularly in Bitcoin and smart contract ecosystems. His research interests focus on blockchain security , smart contract formalization , and probabilistic verification . Key areas include MEV (Maximal Extractable Value) theory, UTXO-based smart contracts, and computationally sound tokenization. His work combines rigorous mathematical modeling with real-world protocol analysis, emphasizing security guarantees through formal methods. Recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward theoretical foundations of blockchain economics and security. His 15 most recent papers (2020-2025) analyze MEV formalization, Bitcoin contract liquidity, UTXO scalability, and smart contract language design, revealing deep integration of type theory, game theory, and cryptographic primitives. Zunino actively teaches courses including Informatics , Interactive Theorem Proving (using Lean 4), and Computer Tools for Mathematics . His educational focus emphasizes formal verification, imperative programming foundations, and mathematical logic applications in computer science.

Mandie Scamellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Maternal health
• Medical anthropology
• Midwifery-led care
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mandie Scamell is a Senior Lecturer at City, University of London, affiliated with the School of Health and Psychological Sciences and the Maternal and Child Health Research Centre . She specializes in medical anthropology and midwifery, focusing on risk management, intrapartum care, and the sociocultural context of maternity services. Her work bridges clinical practice and theoretical analysis, particularly through participatory research methods and critical studies of risk. Education: PhD in Medical Anthropology (University of Kent, 2012), MRes (University of Kent, 2008), Diploma in Midwifery (University of Brighton, 1998), MRes in Social Sciences (Durham University, 1995), BA in Anthropology (Durham University, 1993). Her research explores the medicalization of childbirth , the embodiment of labor induction technologies , and cross-cultural maternity care (e.g., FGM-related care). Key findings from her work highlight tensions between autonomy and medicalization, particularly in outpatient induction practices and breech birth standards. Recent studies analyze participatory research methods , midwifery education innovations , and ethical frameworks for birth center admissions. She has secured funding from the NIHR and ESRC for projects like PROBIT-F, focusing on cervical ripening technologies. Scientific Awards: City Staff Enhancement Award (2023) City Academic Impact Award (2018) City Health’s Got Talent Award (2016) KCL Health’s Got Talent Award (2012) Professional Roles: Senior Tutor for Research (Maternal and Child Health Research Centre, 2018–present) Programme Director (MSc, City, 2013–2022) Module Leader in Midwifery (City, 2013–present) She supervises PhD candidates on topics like group antenatal care , FGM and maternity services , and midwifery-led units . Her collaborations include institutions such as Imperial College London, University of Michigan, and St George’s NHS Trust.

Rakhee Shahمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Evidence-Based Optometry
• Clinical Optometry
• Glaucoma
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rakhee Shah is a Senior Lecturer in Optometry at City St George's, University of London, and a practicing optometrist with clinical roles at 20/20 Eyecare (2005–present) and The Outside Clinic (2009–2015). Her research focuses on evidence-based optometry , myopia control , glaucoma detection , and visual impairment in dementia , with notable contributions to the PrOVIDe Study on dementia-related vision care. Education : PhD in Clinical Optometry (2009), BSc(Hons) Optometry (2002), MA FHEA (2019) Key Research Themes : Clinical decision-making, standardized patient methodologies, myopia progression, and dementia eye care pathways Publications : 37 journal articles and 5 conference papers, emphasizing randomized trials on DIMS spectacle lenses, atropine treatments, and inter-optometrist variability in intraocular pressure measurement She serves as a Research Adviser for the iPRO Small Grants Scheme and has presented at major conferences including ARVO and Optometry Tomorrow . Her work bridges clinical practice with academic research through collaborations with institutions like the College of Optometrists and HOYA Vision Care .

Viana Vuvanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Chronic musculoskeletal pain
• Tendinopathies
• Lateral elbow tendinopathy
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Viana Vuvan is a Lecturer in Physiotherapy at The University of Queensland, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences, and an Affiliate of the Centre for Innovation in Pain and Health Research (CIPHeR). She is based in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and is an active member of both the Sports Injury Rehabilitation and Prevention for Health (SIRPH) research unit and the Neck and Head Research Unit (NAHRU) at the University of Queensland. Dr. Vuvan holds a Bachelor (Honours), Masters (Coursework) of Physiotherapy Studies, and a Doctor of Philosophy, all from The University of Queensland. As a titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, she has a strong clinical background in managing musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries, with a special interest in upper limb musculoskeletal disorders. Her research focuses on improving the management of persistent musculoskeletal pain conditions, particularly tendinopathies, and understanding the mechanisms underlying their chronicity. Her work spans lateral elbow tendinopathy, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy, plantar fasciopathy, and whiplash associated disorders. Dr. Vuvan has developed expertise in the role of isometric exercise in tendinopathy management and has contributed significantly to the development of core outcome sets for tendinopathy research. Dr. Vuvan's recent publications demonstrate her active engagement in both clinical research and implementation science, with a growing focus on osteoarthritis management, healthcare implementation, and the application of technology in clinical practice. Her work often employs mixed methods approaches, combining quantitative and qualitative research to address complex questions in musculoskeletal health. Chronic musculoskeletal pain Tendinopathies Lateral elbow tendinopathy Musculoskeletal rehabilitation Pain mechanisms Implementation science Dr. Vuvan is available for supervision and currently serves as an Associate Advisor for two PhD students working on projects related to return-to-sport criteria for tendinopathies and assessment batteries for unarmed combat sport athletes.

Lucy Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Cervical Spine Disorders
• Manual Therapy Safety
• Headache and Dizziness
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Lucy Thomas is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences , University of Queensland. She is a registered Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with postgraduate qualifications from the University of Sydney and an honorary position at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. She is affiliated with the Centre for Innovation in Pain and Health Research (CIPHeR) . Her research focuses on safety in cervical spine manual therapy , including red flags for neck manipulation, differential diagnosis of headache/neck pain, and validation of clinical screening tools. She has led the development of the Clinical Guide to Safe Manual Therapy Practice in the Cervical Spine , widely adopted internationally. Key article trends : Cervical arterial dissection, headache management, manual therapy safety, temporomandibular disorders, and autonomic dysfunction post-concussion. Subfields : Cervical spine biomechanics, clinical decision support tools, sensorimotor dysfunction, stroke prevention, and musculoskeletal assessment. She teaches in undergraduate and postgraduate physiotherapy programs and supervises doctoral students. Her current projects include studies on vestibular migraine , sensitization in chronic headaches , and differential diagnosis of dizziness .