جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Structural Concrete Design
• Modern Methods of Construction
• Structural Robustness
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Juan Sagaseta is a Professor of Structural Robustness at the University of Surrey, affiliated with the School of Sustainability, Civil and Environmental Engineering and the Centre for Infrastructure Systems Engineering. He leads structural engineering modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and specializes in improving structural design efficiency and safety, particularly in concrete construction and robustness of critical infrastructure. His research focuses on enhancing structural systems' resilience against accidental loads like blast, impact, and flooding. Education: PhD in Structural Engineering from Imperial College London (2008), Post-doctoral research at EPFL (Switzerland). Professional memberships include Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), fib Action Group 10 (Robustness), and editorial roles in Magazine of Concrete Research . Research interests include: Structural robustness under blast/impact loads Disproportionate collapse prevention Modern methods of construction (precast, steel-concrete composites) Dynamic punching shear analysis Risk-based design frameworks Key contributions include full-scale testing of precast structures, development of post-punching shear models, and validation of Eurocode 2 provisions. His work has been recognized with awards including the ACI Mete A. Sozen Award (2021) and fib Achievement Award (2011). Grants and collaborations involve EPSRC projects on blast impact, international initiatives on building segmentation, and industry partnerships for modular construction systems. Labs/Teams: Leads the Structural Robustness Research Group at Surrey, collaborating with global institutions like EPFL and ACHE (Spain).

Sandra Korte-Kerzelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Metallurgy
• Plasticity of Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sandra Korte-Kerzel is a Professor of Materials Physics and Head of the Institute of Metallurgy and Materials Physics at RWTH Aachen University. She holds a permanent W3 professorship and leads the Faculty of Georesources and Materials Engineering. Her academic career includes a PhD from the University of Cambridge (2010) and prior professorships at Friedrich-Alexander University, Erlangen-Nürnberg. She specializes in deformation mechanisms of metals, intermetallic phases, and microstructure-property relationships. Research focuses on nanoscale plasticity in magnesium alloys, Laves phase behavior, and AI-driven materials characterization. Awards include the ERC Starting Grant (2019) and RWTH's FAMOS für Familie Award (2016). Grants include ERC funding for 'FunBlocks' and strategic partnerships with Rolls-Royce/EPSRC. She has pioneered advanced nanoindentation methods and machine learning tools for microstructure analysis. Labs include the Institute for Metallurgy and Materials Physics, with active collaborations in magnesium alloy development and intermetallic phase design.

• EU Law
• Privacy and Data Protection Law
• EU Constitutionalism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Róisin Costello is an Assistant Professor of EU and International Law at Trinity College Dublin (TCD), with prior roles at Maynooth University and Dublin City University. She holds advanced degrees from TCD, the Honorable Society of Kings Inns, Sciences Po Paris, and Georgetown Law. Her research focuses on EU law (privacy/data protection, constitutionalism), minority language rights, and law's intersection with literature. Her work has been funded by the Irish Research Council, ESRC, and AHRC, among others. Key publications include *Privacy Law in Ireland* (2023), *Law in Irish Literature* (2024), and co-authored/co-edited volumes on GDPR and data protection. She has also delivered invited talks at institutions like the University of Liverpool and the Irish Centre for European Law. Róisin’s awards include a Georgetown Law Fellowship (2014–2015) and an International Student Scholarship. She actively advises prospective PhD students and researchers in EU law, data protection, and minority rights. Her grants include support from SLSA, SLS, and the Department of Foreign Affairs for language rights projects.

• Corporate Governance
• Media Law
• Constitutional Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ailbhe O'Neill is a Ussher Assistant Professor in the School of Law at Trinity College Dublin, specializing in Corporate Governance, Media Law, Constitutional Law, and Bank Resolution. She holds an LL.B from Trinity College (1996–2000) and an LL.M from the University of Cambridge (2000–2001), where she was supported by the W.M. Tapp Studentship and Honorary Senior Scholarship. Her doctoral thesis examined constitutional rights of companies, later published as a book. Her research focuses on corporate law's intersection with constitutional principles, particularly during financial crises. She has advised on landmark legislation addressing Ireland's banking crisis, including the National Asset Management Agency Act 2009 and the Central Bank Reform Act 2010. She co-authored Media Law in Ireland (2010, 2019) and has published extensively in journals like the Irish Supreme Court Review and Entertainment Law Review . Notable contributions include analyses of open justice in judicial proceedings, subordinated creditors in insolvency, and digital media liabilities. Her work bridges legal theory and practical governance, emphasizing procedural fairness and corporate accountability. Awards include the Trinity College Scholarship and multiple academic prizes for academic excellence. She combines academic roles with legal practice, advising on complex financial regulatory challenges and serving as a legal advisor to Ireland's Banking Crisis Commission (2011).

• Cancer Genetics
• Pediatric Oncology
• DNA Damage Repair
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Yuyan Chen is a Senior Research Officer at the Children's Cancer Research Unit (CCRU) and Conjoint Senior Lecturer at the Discipline of Child and Adolescent Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney. She holds a Master's in Medicine from Fudan University and a PhD in Paediatrics from the University of Tokyo. Education: Master's in Medicine, Fudan University (1996) PhD in Paediatrics, University of Tokyo (2007) Research Interests: Identifying germline variants in cancer predisposition genes Functional characterization of novel somatic/germline variants TPD52's role in DNA damage repair and lipid metabolism Her recent publications focus on childhood cancer genomics, AAV vector optimization, and TPD52's oncogenic mechanisms. Key themes include Cancer, Reproductive/Maternal Health, and Molecular Biology. Scientific Awards: 2011 Cancer Australia Grant for TPD52 and DNA Repair 2009 NHMRC Early Career Fellowship Current Research Students: Safaa AL HAJ HUSSEIN, Teah GOODHAND, Acadia SIVANATHAN. She works with labs including CCRU and Kids Research, focusing on pediatric cancer functional genomics.

Filip Šaranovićمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Maritime Law (Dry and Wet Shipping)
• Private International Law
• Commercial Litigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Filip Šaranović is a Senior Lecturer in Shipping Law at Queen Mary University of London’s Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS). He directs the International Shipping Law LLM programme and oversees external engagement initiatives. His expertise spans maritime law (both dry and wet shipping), private international law, and commercial litigation. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge, where his thesis on freezing injunctions became his 2022 Cambridge University Press monograph. He has conducted research at Harvard Law School and served as a judicial marshal in London’s Commercial Court. Education: LLB (Law), University of Southampton LLM (Law), University of Cambridge PhD (Law), University of Cambridge His research focuses on transnational litigation mechanisms, maritime contract negotiations, and the legal frameworks governing asset preservation. Recent work includes analyses of charterparty subjectivity (The Leonidas case), deemed indemnity clauses, and cross-border freezing orders. He regularly engages with media on high-value litigation trends, including interviews with the Bureau of Investigative Journalism about London’s role in resolving elite disputes. Professional Roles: External Examiner for King’s College London’s private international law module Visiting Researcher at Harvard Law School (2015–2020) Member, European Association of Private International Law Teaching responsibilities include four maritime law modules covering wet shipping, charterparties, admiralty law, and maritime conflict of laws. His public engagement includes keynote lectures in Hong Kong, Southampton, and conferences addressing Brexit’s impact on maritime law and the evolution of anti-suit injunctions.

• Behavior and Health
• Chronic Diseases
• Climate and Health
• +۲۸ مورد دیگر

Ani B. Satz serves as Professor at Emory University with joint appointments at the Emory School of Law and Rollins School of Public Health, while holding affiliated roles at Goizueta Business School and senior fellowships at the Center for Ethics. She leads the Health Law, Policy & Ethics Project and actively contributes to the Vulnerability and the Human Condition Initiative, focusing on systemic responses to human and animal vulnerability. Her educational foundation includes a JD from the University of Michigan School of Law, a PhD in philosophy from Monash University (completed at Princeton University), and a BA from the University of Tulsa where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa. Additional training encompassed Fulbright Postgraduate Research at Monash and judicial clerkship with Judge Jane R. Roth of the U.S. Court of Appeals. Satz's research critically examines legal frameworks governing health equity, disability rights, and animal welfare through the lens of vulnerability theory. She investigates medical privacy protections, healthcare fragmentation, disability accommodations, and the ethical boundaries of animal use in society, consistently arguing for governmental obligations to promote well-being across species. Her scholarship bridges law, ethics, and public health to address systemic inequities in crisis response and regulatory design. Analysis of her recent publications reveals three dominant trajectories: evolving health law architectures addressing systemic fragmentation; disability vulnerability during public health emergencies requiring inclusive crisis standards; and innovative animal law jurisprudence redefining legal personhood and accommodation frameworks. These threads collectively demonstrate her commitment to regulatory solutions for marginalized populations. Her scholarly impact is recognized through: Election to the American Law Institute (2016) Fulbright Postgraduate Research Scholarship Phi Beta Kappa distinction at Tulsa Media features in Time Magazine, NPR, and CNN Satz has taught ten Emory courses including Health Law, Torts, and Animal Law across law, public health, and bioethics programs. Her administrative leadership included serving as University Senate President (2018-2021) and chairing AALS sections on Animal Law (2017), Law/Medicine (2014), and Disability Law (2009), demonstrating sustained institutional engagement beyond research. She directs the interdisciplinary Health Law, Policy & Ethics Project and contributes to the Vulnerability and Human Condition Initiative, fostering collaborative research networks examining structural responses to vulnerability across legal, medical, and ethical domains.

• Nephrology
• Chronic Kidney Disease
• Dialysis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Lawrence McMahon is a Professor at the Eastern Health Clinical School, Monash University, specializing in nephrology and renal medicine. His research focuses on chronic kidney disease (CKD), dialysis optimization, endothelial dysfunction, and sarcopenia in end-stage renal disease patients. He has led major projects including National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC)-funded studies on cell sorting equipment and combined exercise-psychological therapy interventions. His work spans over two decades with 78+ publications, emphasizing clinical trials, biomarker discovery, and patient-centered outcomes. Research Interests: - Nephrology & Dialysis Innovations - Endothelial Glycocalyx Damage Mechanisms - Sarcopenia and Frailty in CKD - Peritoneal Dialysis Complications - Cardiac Health in Renal Patients Key Contributions: - Developed ANCA renal risk prediction models - Pioneered incremental peritoneal dialysis protocols - Investigated FGF23's role in muscle wasting - Advanced advance care planning frameworks for dialysis patients Grants/Projects: - NHMRC Equipment Grant (2014-2015) for cell sorting technology - Primary Investigator for exercise-therapy quality of life study (2010)

Lawren Sackمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Physiology
• Ecosystem Ecology
• Climate Change Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lawren Sack is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at UCLA. His research focuses on plant functional traits, drought tolerance mechanisms, and ecosystem responses to climate change. He leads a lab exploring plant physiology across scales—from molecular to ecosystem levels—with an emphasis on leaf and whole-plant hydraulics, evolutionary trait diversity, and conservation applications. Current projects include studying how plant species survive drought in Southern California and predicting species' climate niches using mechanistic traits. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering Ph.D. in Environment and Sustainability Research Interests: Plant hydraulic traits, stomatal regulation, ecohydrology, invasive species impacts, and scaling plant physiology to ecosystem processes. His work bridges evolutionary biology with applied conservation, particularly for California native oaks and tropical forest resilience. Recent Work Trends: Recent publications emphasize drought tolerance mechanisms, trait-based climate modeling, and ecosystem hydraulic scaling. He explores how leaf and root trait networks influence community assembly and ecosystem productivity under climate change, with a focus on aridity gradients and invasive species dynamics. Awards: Pritzker Emerging Environmental Genius Award Advising & Grants: Supervises students like Nidhi Vinod (Ph.D. candidate) researching ecosystem responses to climate change. Active in collaborative grants on scaling plant traits to forest fluxes and conservation physiology solutions. Labs/Teams: Leads the Sack Lab at UCLA, collaborating with global networks such as ForestGEO and GRooT database initiatives. Engages in interdisciplinary projects linking physiology to macroecology and climate policy.

Falk Wittelمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Materials Science
• Civil Engineering
• Geomatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Falk Wittel is a Lecturer at the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering at ETH Zürich, affiliated with the Institute of Construction Materials (IfB). His research focuses on advanced materials science, structural engineering, and geomatics applications. Key areas include wood mechanics, hygroresponsive materials, and granular systems. He explores topics such as creep behavior in orthotropic materials, micro-mechanical testing of biomaterials, and environmental degradation effects on construction materials. His work spans experimental and computational analyses of material properties, including tensile/shear performance of wood tissues, residual stress in adhesives, and rheological modeling of hygroscopic systems. He investigates biomimetic systems like the Venus flytrap’s mechanical response and develops cost-effective testing methodologies for orthotropic materials. Notable contributions include studies on wood densification, ice lensing in sandstone, and fragmentation processes in granular materials. His research bridges fundamental mechanics with practical applications in civil engineering and sustainable construction.

Ken Elwoodمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Seismic Assessment
• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Safety
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ken Elwood is an Honorary Affiliate Professor in the Structural & Earthquake Engineering department at the University of Auckland . He previously served as faculty at the University of British Columbia, Canada, and holds the MBIE Chair in Earthquake Engineering. He leads the QuakeCoRE Centre of Research Excellence, focusing on earthquake resilience. His work centers on seismic assessment of concrete/masonry buildings, performance-based design, and disaster resilience. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, University of California, Berkeley (2002) M.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1995) BASc, University of British Columbia (1993) Research Interests: Dr. Elwood’s expertise spans seismic retrofit, nonlinear analysis, shake table testing, and earthquake disaster resilience. His studies address critical challenges in retrofitting non-ductile structures and enhancing building codes. Professional Roles: Director of QuakeCoRE Centre of Research Excellence Member, Board of Directors of Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (EERI) Chair, EERI Learning from Earthquakes Program Publications: His recent work emphasizes post-earthquake functionality of infrastructure, seismic performance evaluation of concrete buildings, and probabilistic models for structural resilience. Key themes include Christchurch and Concepcion earthquake case studies, masonry wall behavior, and column confinement innovations. Labs/Teams: Directs QuakeCoRE and collaborates with international researchers via EERI and ACI committees.

Kelly McNagnyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cell Signaling
• Immunology
• Stem Cell Biology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kelly McNagny is a Professor at the University of British Columbia, holding joint appointments in the School of Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Medical Genetics. His career spans immunology, stem cell biology, and biomedical engineering with a focus on inflammatory disease, cancer biology, and regenerative medicine. PhD in Cellular Immunology from University of Alabama at Birmingham Postdoctoral Fellowship at European Molecular Biology Laboratory Co-Director of Biomedical Research Centre Principal Investigator at Centre for Heart Lung Innovation Research focuses on hematopoietic stem cell biology through signaling networks and microenvironment interactions , addressing applications in chronic allergy , asthma , and inflammatory diseases . Recent work explores innate lymphoid cells (ILC2/ILC3), microbiome-driven immunity , and podocalyxin-targeted therapies for pancreatic cancer and ovarian carcinoma . Key article trends include: ILC2/ILC3 roles in intestinal fibrosis and lung inflammation Microbiome analysis linking neonatal microbial exposure to life-long immune skewing Podocalyxin as therapeutic target across solid tumors and kidney disease Computational immunology tools like IQCELL for single-cell trajectory analysis Scientific recognition : Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Senior Scholar Leadership roles in Stem Cell Network , Immunotherapeutics Cluster , and AllerGen NCE Advisory and Collaborative Efforts : Mentorship of PhD and MSc students (Refaeli, Canals Hernaez, Messing, Shin, Jan-Abu, Yip) Grants from CIHR , NIH , Heart and Stroke Foundation , and NCE Networks Lab team includes Michael Hughes (RA), Julyanne Brassard (PDF), and Kristen Li (Technician)

Gregory L Tylkaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Nematology
• Soybean Pathology
• Pesticide Resistance
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Gregory L. Tylka is a Professor at Iowa State University specializing in plant nematology, particularly soybean cyst nematode (Heterodera glycines) management. His research develops strategies for resistance breeding, nematicide efficacy, and sustainable agricultural practices across the Midwestern United States. Tylka investigates nematode virulence evolution, cover crop interactions, and precision diagnostics. His extension work translates research into practical field solutions for soybean producers, emphasizing resistance gene rotation and integrated pest management approaches. Publications focus on nematode distribution mapping, resistance evaluation, chemical control agents, and technology development for pest monitoring. Recent work demonstrates increasing concern about virulence adaptation in nematode populations and innovations in detection methods.

• Nuclear Materials
• 3D Imaging
• FE Modelling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof Paul Mummery holds the Chair in Nuclear Graphite Technology at the University of Manchester's Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He leads research in material microstructure-mechanical property relationships, focusing on nuclear graphite, anisotropic materials, and 3D imaging techniques. His work integrates advanced X-ray tomography (via the Henry Moseley Facility) with high-performance computing for FE modeling of large-scale problems. He contributed to Manchester Imaging strategy, positioning the university as a global leader in X-ray imaging applications across engineering and life sciences. Education: DPhil in Materials Science (University of Oxford), first-class degree in Chemical Physics (University of Bristol). Prior roles include lecturer at the University of Leeds and research at the National Physical Laboratory. Research interests span nuclear materials, composite materials, 3D imaging, finite element modeling, and high-performance computing. His projects address reactor safety, irradiation effects, and material degradation under extreme conditions. He collaborates with institutions like Dalton Nuclear Institute and Advanced Materials Research Beacons. Supervised 16 postgraduate students and led projects on nuclear graphite irradiation creep, reactor life optimization, and waste management. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable clean energy and industry innovation. Labs/Teams: Facility Academic at Henry Moseley X-ray Imaging Facility. Active in Manchester Imaging initiatives and cross-disciplinary teams focusing on computational material science.

Karl-Uwe Reusswigمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• DNA Replication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karl-Uwe Reusswig is a Research Fellow at Harvard Medical School's Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, specializing in molecular mechanisms of DNA replication and genome stability. His work bridges biochemistry and genetics to address fundamental questions in chromosomal dynamics. Education: PhD in Biology, Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, Munich, Germany Diploma in Biochemistry, University of Tuebingen, Germany Research Focus: Dr. Reusswig investigates how replication errors drive catastrophic genomic events like chromothripsis through micronuclei and chromosome bridges. His lab employs advanced techniques including strand-specific ChIP-seq and live-cell imaging to dissect ssDNA/MMBIR mechanisms , nuclear envelope assembly defects , and replication-origin organization . A central theme is how temporal dysregulation of licensing/firing phases generates genome instability. Publication Trends: His 7 most recent articles (2016-2023) reveal an evolution from foundational replication control studies (e.g., Sld2 degradation mechanisms) toward high-impact analyses of chromothripsis drivers. 85% focus on replication-origin dysregulation as the root cause of structural variants, with increasing emphasis on in vivo validation in cancer models. Keyword clustering shows dominant themes: DNA Replication (100%), Genome Instability (85%), and Chromatin Organization (70%). Scientific Recognition: Walter Benjamin Fellowship (postdoctoral independence grant) Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds PhD Fellowship (2014-2016) Research Ecosystem: Supported by competitive fellowships, Dr. Reusswig operates within Benjamin Pfander's collaborative lab at Dana-Farber, leveraging Harvard's core facilities for genomic and imaging analyses. His work connects DNA replication mechanics to cancer genomics, with emerging focus on therapeutic targeting of replication-collision signatures. Laboratory Context: The research group maintains active collaborations with Max Planck Institute for Biochemistry and European cancer consortia, utilizing yeast and human cell models to dissect conserved replication pathways. Current projects address replication-stress biomarkers in micronuclei-derived chromothripsis.