جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ioana Jivetمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Learning Analytics
• Educational Technology
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ioana Jivet is a Research Professor and Head of the Learning Analytics Research Professorship at FernUniversität in Hagen, Germany. She leads interdisciplinary research focused on leveraging learning analytics to enhance educational practices through data-driven insights. Her role in the CATALPA Graduate School involves collaboration across disciplines to translate research into actionable educational strategies. Educational Background: PhD in Learning Analytics from Open Universiteit Nederland (2021) Postdoc at TU Delft (2019–2021) Research roles at DIPF (2021–2024) and studiumdigitale (2021–2024) Research Interests: Self-regulated learning mechanisms and feedback systems Cultural and ethical dimensions of learning analytics adoption Design of human-centered learning dashboards Privacy concerns in educational technology AI-driven educational decision support systems Her work emphasizes practical applications, such as developing adaptive feedback tools and investigating cross-cultural usage patterns of learning analytics platforms. Professional Contributions: Secretary of the Society for Learning Analytics Research (SoLAR) General Chair for the 2024 European Conference on Technology Enhanced Learning (EC-TEL) Co-editor of Springer volumes on technology-enhanced learning Lab & Teams: Active in the Learning Analytics research group at FernUniversität, focusing on translational research between academic theory and classroom practice.

Robert L. Hicksمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Economics
• Natural Resource Economics
• Welfare Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert L. Hicks is a Professor of Economics and Marine Science at The College of William and Mary, holding joint appointments in the Department of Economics and the School of Marine Science. He is affiliated with the Environmental Science and Policy Program and the Thomas Jefferson Program in Public Policy. With a Ph.D. from the University of Maryland and a B.A. from North Carolina State University, Hicks has been a visiting professor at institutions in Germany and Spain, including the University of Bonn and the University of Hannover. His research focuses on environmental and natural resource economics, welfare economics, and econometrics, with notable contributions to fisheries management, eco-labeling, and recreational resource valuation. He has served on the editorial board of Marine Resource Economics and received grants from the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Commerce, and philanthropic organizations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. His awards include the Alumni Fellowship Award and the Plumeri Award for Faculty Excellence. Education: B.A., North Carolina State University Ph.D., University of Maryland Research Interests: Environmental economics emphasizes sustainable resource management, while his work in econometrics advances quantitative methods for policy analysis. Key areas include recreational fishing valuation, eco-labeling impacts, and spatial modeling in fisheries. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in coastal and marine environments. Grants & Awards: Recipient of grants from NSF, U.S. Department of Commerce, William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Alumni Fellowship Award Plumeri Award for Faculty Excellence Labs & Affiliations: Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, Hicks contributes to policy boards such as NOAA’s Science Advisory Board and aids in shaping environmental and marine policy through academic partnerships.

• Nursing Research
• Global Health
• HIV/AIDS Care
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Gray, Ph.D., is the Dean of the College of Sciences and Education at Oklahoma Christian University (OC) and holds the rank of Professor of Nursing. She has over four decades of experience in nursing, research, and education, with a focus on global health, HIV/AIDS care, and evidence-based practice. Her career includes roles as Associate Dean at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), where she developed courses and led international outreach programs in Uganda. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (2013) and a Professor Emeritus of the UTA System (2015). Her research spans nursing education, healthcare disparities, and international collaboration, with notable work in Africa. She co-authors influential nursing research textbooks, including Burns & Grove’s The Practice of Nursing Research . Education: BSN from the University of Central Oklahoma (1977), Master’s and Ph.D. from UTA (1989–1993). She has pioneered nurse-led interventions in hypertension, HIV/AIDS, and maternal health in Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania. Her leadership emphasizes innovation in education and maintaining OC’s mission-driven values. She also advocates for healthcare workforce development and healthy work environments in acute care settings. Awards include her American Academy of Nursing Fellowship and recognition for her textbook contributions. She has supervised numerous research initiatives and serves in her church community. Her work bridges academic rigor with practical, community-focused healthcare solutions.

Catherine Duroseمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Governance
• Public Policy
• Co-production
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Catherine Durose is an Honorary Professor of Public Policy at the University of Birmingham's Department of Public Administration and Policy, part of the College of Social Sciences. Her research focuses on urban governance, co-production, decentralization, and institutional design, with a particular emphasis on how government interacts with citizens and communities to drive policy change. She has secured over £3 million in research funding and serves as Chair of the Editorial Board for Local Government Studies. Educations: PhD, University of Manchester (2007) MA (Research) in Governance and Public Policy, University of Manchester (2004) BA (Hons) in Politics, University of Sheffield (2001) Her research interests span interdisciplinary areas including co-production theory, governance of the commons (housing, energy, data), feminist institutionalism, and participatory policymaking. She has held visiting fellowships at institutions such as the Great Cities Institute (UIC, Chicago) and Tilburg University, and consults for UK government bodies like the Equality and Human Rights Commission. Publications and Awards: Recipient of the Joni Lovenduski Prize (2020) Author of Designing Public Policy for Co-production (2016) Published in Political Studies , Urban Studies , and Nature Teaching and Mentorship: Catherine teaches on INLOGOV's MSc Public Management and Executive Apprenticeship programs. She mentors doctoral students in areas like social accountability in Colombia, blame avoidance in UK governance, and decentralization in Cameroon. Current research projects include studies on urban governance assemblages (with Tilburg and Edinburgh Universities) and feminist institutionalism in hate crime policy (collaboration with University of Birmingham's Vivien Lowndes). She actively contributes to civic initiatives like Citizens UK and co-founded Win: Win, a network for women in higher education, earning her recognition as a 'Woman of Action' in 2017.

• Construction Safety and Risk Management
• Project Risk Assessment
• Railway and Highway Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Min An is a Professor of Construction and Risk Management at the University of Salford, leading the Infrastructure Research Group within the School of Science, Engineering & Environment. He holds an honorary professorship at two overseas universities (China and Portugal) and serves on the editorial boards of 12 international journals. With over 40 years of experience, his career spans academic roles at Heriot-Watt University, Coventry University, and the University of Birmingham, alongside industry roles as a civil engineer and researcher. His research focuses on safety and risk management in construction, transportation systems, and energy sectors, with over 200 publications. Key areas include railway and highway safety, offshore oil & gas risk assessment, and nuclear reliability management. He has secured funding from EPSRC, EU, DfT, and industry partners, leading 20+ projects. Notable achievements include developing methodologies for infrastructure safety and maintaining collaborations with 30+ industrial partners. Professor An has supervised 30 PhD students and over 280 postgraduate projects, contributing to industry workshops and best practices. Awards include multiple science technology prizes and conference best paper/keynote recognitions. His teaching spans risk management, construction safety, and project management across MSc programs.

Daanika Gordonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Law and criminal legal system
• Racial inequality and racial formation
• Urban politics and cities
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Daanika Gordon is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Tufts University, with a secondary appointment in Studies in Race, Colonialism, and Diaspora. Her research explores the intersection of racial inequality, urban governance, and policing through organizational and interactional lenses. PhD, University of Wisconsin–Madison (2018) MS, University of Wisconsin–Madison (2013) BA, Development Studies & Sociology, UC Berkeley (2009) Her work connects theories of race and racism with urban political economy and organizational behavior, focusing on how: Policing functions as a tool for urban governance Racial inequalities emerge from race-neutral policies Segregation is dynamically produced through relational processes Recent publications analyze police funding debates, data science applications in policing, and the bureaucratic dissociation of race. Her groundbreaking 2022 book Policing the Racial Divide won the 2023 Edwin H. Sutherland Book Award. She teaches sociology of race, criminal legal systems, and research design while serving on the advisory committee for the Tufts University Prison Initiative. Her research has been funded by: Institute for Citizens & Scholars Bernstein Faculty Fellowship Neubauer Faculty Fellowship National Science Foundation

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Turbomachinery
• Aerodynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kidambi Sreenivas is an Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC), affiliated with the College of Engineering and Computer Science. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and specializes in computational fluid dynamics (CFD), with a focus on unstructured multi-physics flow solvers and applications in aerospace, environmental systems, and biomedical engineering. His research bridges academia and industry, collaborating with NASA, the U.S. Navy, Department of Energy, and private companies. Dr. Sreenivas' research interests include rotating machinery simulations, pre-conditioners for non-ideal fluids, and real-world applications such as submarine hydrodynamics, wind farm optimization, aerodynamic efficiency of vehicles, and contaminant dispersal modeling. He has pioneered methods for simulating complex geometries and physics, including high-fidelity simulations of hypersonic vehicles, weapons bay cavities, and shock-wave interactions. Recent work emphasizes advanced CFD methodologies for high-speed flows, thermal effects on turbulence, and aerothermal characteristics of hypersonic test articles. His collaborations have led to practical solutions for drag reduction on Class 8 trucks and improved accuracy in wind turbine modeling. Dr. Sreenivas also contributes to educational initiatives, such as developing PIV systems for undergraduate fluid mechanics labs. His advising and grants reflect partnerships with federal agencies and private sectors, focusing on projects like microplastic sampling devices for stormwater management. These projects highlight his interdisciplinary approach to solving real-world engineering challenges through cutting-edge computational methods.

Ben Williamsonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Digital Education
• Data-Intensive Practices in Education
• Educational Policy and Governance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ben Williamson is a Senior Lecturer in Digital Education at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport, affiliated with the Institute for Education, Community & Society (IECS) and the Centre for Research in Digital Education. His work critically examines how digital technologies, data infrastructures, and biometric/neurotechnological practices shape educational futures. Key areas of focus include the role of venture capital in education, algorithmic governance, and the privatization of educational systems. His research has been funded by the Leverhulme Trust and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Notable publications include Big Data in Education: The Digital Future of Learning, Policy, and Practice (2017). He maintains the Code Acts in Education blog and is active on Twitter as @BenPatrickWill. Williamson’s research explores intersections between biology and education (e.g., educational genomics), financial markets in schooling, and the governance of educational data by tech corporations. He critiques how platforms like Google Classroom and investors such as Amazon reshape educational practices and policies. His work emphasizes sociotechnical and infrastructural analyses of educational change. He supervises PhD students focusing on data-centric education policies, digital technology in education governance, and emerging biometric sciences in learning contexts. His articles analyze global EdTech dynamics, pandemic-driven privatization, and the ethical implications of biosocial education. Williamson’s affiliations include the Edinburgh Futures Institute, where he collaborates on future-oriented educational research. He has contributed to policy innovation labs and studies the impact of corporate actors like Pearson and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative on educational systems.

Valentina Boevaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Bioinformatics
• Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Valentina Boeva is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science, ETH Zürich, specializing in biomedical informatics. Her research focuses on integrating machine learning and computational methods to address challenges in genomics, oncology, and precision medicine. She holds a position in the Professur für Biomedizininformatik (Biomedical Informatics) and is based at CAB G32.2, Universitätstrasse 6, Zürich, Switzerland. Her work emphasizes applications such as cancer biomarker discovery, tumor heterogeneity analysis, and epigenetic profiling. She teaches courses including Machine Learning Seminar, Data Science Lab, and Machine Learning for Genomics. Her research group develops computational tools like CDState and UniversalEPI to decode complex biological systems. She actively publishes in top-tier journals, with recent work on exosome-driven diagnostics and chromatin interaction modeling. Her scientific contributions span methodologies for single-cell data analysis, survival modeling, and drug response prediction. She collaborates across disciplines to bridge computational science with clinical applications in cancer research.

Joshua Jeongمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Early Childhood Development (ECD)
• Global Health
• Parenting Interventions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joshua Jeong is an Assistant Professor in the Hubert Department of Global Health at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health. He serves as the principal investigator for three cluster randomized controlled trials assessing community-based parenting interventions in Tanzania and Kenya. His work focuses on father-inclusive strategies to improve early childhood development (ECD) in resource-limited settings. Dr. Jeong holds affiliate editorship at the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry and collaborates with NGOs, governments, and international agencies to inform scalable ECD programs. His research integrates mixed-methods approaches for intervention development and evaluation, emphasizing gender equality and couples' relationships. Dr. Jeong earned his ScD and ScM in Global Health and Population from Harvard University (with FLAS Swahili fellowship and Harvard Center on the Developing Child award), and a BS in Human Development from Cornell University. His educational background includes advanced training in implementation science and intervention design. Research interests center on parent-child relationships , particularly father engagement in low-resource contexts. He explores how caregiver mental health, economic empowerment, and family dynamics impact ECD outcomes. Current projects address parenting program scalability through existing community networks and faith-based organizations. Findings aim to improve program fidelity, gender equity, and holistic child development support. His team's work has been recognized with awards from NIH, Society for Research in Child Development, and the Jacobs Foundation. Ongoing projects include evaluations of father-inclusive parenting programs and studies on maternal decision-making power's influence on child care-seeking behaviors. Lab activities involve graduate and undergraduate research assistants analyzing qualitative and quantitative data from fieldwork in Tanzania and Kenya. Weekly lab meetings are project-specific, with Spring 2025 sessions held at the Rollins Building. Collaborations with local implementing partners like Anglican Development Services and ChildFund Kenya drive applied research initiatives.

Melih Kandemirمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Reinforcement Learning
• Bayesian Inference
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Melih Kandemir is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Southern Denmark University. He also serves as Research Group Leader at the Bosch Center for Artificial Intelligence (2018–2021) and held a previous role as Assistant Professor at Ozyegin University (2017–2018). His research focuses on machine learning, Bayesian methods, reinforcement learning, and uncertainty quantification. **Education**: PhD in Computer Science from Aalto University (2013), specializing in 'Learning Mental States from Biosignals'. **Research Interests**: Machine Learning, Bayesian Inference, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Neural Networks, Stochastic Processes. His work emphasizes theoretical foundations and practical applications in domains like medical imaging, control systems, and robotics. **Awards**: Two Best Paper Awards (2017). **Grants & Projects**: Includes the Carlsberg Young Researcher Fellowship (2022–2026), Novo Nordisk Foundation grants (2021–2024), and DFF-funded research on PAC-Bayesian reinforcement learning (2025–2027). **Labs/Teams**: Leads research on Bayesian deep learning and reinforcement learning within the Bosch Center for AI and SDU's interdisciplinary groups.

Joel Meroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• B2B Digital Marketing
• Digital Data Analytics
• Marketing Agility
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Joel Mero is an Associate Professor at the School of Business and Economics, University of Jyväskylä , leading the Digital Marketing and Communication (DMC) research group and directing the International Master's Program in Digital Marketing and Corporate Communication (DMCC) . He holds a D.Sc. (Econ.) from Jyväskylä University (2016) and has designed over 20 courses across 10 institutions, covering all academic levels from Bachelor to Doctoral. His research focuses on B2B digital marketing management , particularly leveraging digital data and technologies in business markets. Notable achievements include two Best Paper Awards (2017 & 2019) in the Industrial Marketing Management journal. His work explores topics such as influencer marketing, big data analytics, marketing agility, and AI-driven strategies. Current research groups include the Sound Science Lab (music perception) and Digital Marketing and Communication (DMC) . He collaborates on projects like the Finnish Quantum Flagship , aiming to advance quantum technology applications. Mero emphasizes practical applications of digital tools, bridging academic insights with industry needs. Publications span conceptual frameworks, empirical studies, and industry guides, with a focus on B2B customer journeys, AI in content creation, and data-driven decision-making. His teaching and research highlight agility, innovation, and the ethical use of emerging technologies in marketing.

• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Business
• Value Chain Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Samuli Patala serves as an Assistant Professor specializing in sustainability within business contexts, explicitly affiliated with the Department of Management Studies. His research directly advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through investigations into circular economy frameworks and sustainable resource governance, with particular emphasis on systemic transitions in industrial systems. Patala's research portfolio centers on circular economy meta-organizing, value chain reconfiguration, and cross-sector partnership dynamics. He examines institutional interfaces where global formal policies interact with local informal practices, alongside place-based innovation ecosystems that drive sustainability transitions. His work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks in institutional theory with practical business applications for resource-intensive industries. Analysis of his publication trajectory since 2016 reveals escalating scholarly impact, with his 2023 problematizing review of circular economy assumptions accumulating 69 Scopus citations. His research demonstrates methodological diversity—from configurational analyses of partnership portfolios to stakeholder interviews for data-driven circular systems—while maintaining thematic focus on value creation, resource governance, and systemic barriers in sectors like textiles and energy. His scientific recognition includes: Carolyn B. Dexter Award for Best International Paper (2018) Distinguished Winner of 2023 Responsible Research in Management Award ONE Unorthodox Paper Award (2018) Patala currently leads three major research initiatives as principal investigator: the Academy of Finland-funded Circular Design Network project (2021-2022), Business Finland's BF/SciSustain E70602 (2024-2026) focusing on biocolourants and sustainable materials, and the ongoing SA/GloWater project (2024-2027) addressing global water management challenges. These projects demonstrate his commitment to translating theoretical insights into actionable sustainability solutions through industry-academia collaboration and policy engagement.

Pia Frickerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Methodologies
• Urban Design
• Landscape Architecture
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Prof. Pia Fricker is an Associate Professor and Vice Head of the Department of Architecture at Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture in Finland. She holds the Professorship of Computational Methodologies in Landscape Architecture and Urbanism, directing the Urban Studies and Planning Programme. Her research integrates urban design, landscape architecture, and digital design culture, focusing on data-driven methods, immersive environments, and adaptive urban development. Collaborations include ETH Zurich, Singapore University of Technology and Design, and Hafencity University Hamburg. Key projects include the Metaversity and Future Smart Cities initiatives. Fricker has led over 80 publications and exhibitions globally, including at the Venice Biennale and National Design Centre Singapore. She is an editorial board member for the Journal of Digital Landscape Architecture and peer reviewer for multiple journals. Awards include the Digital Landscape Architecture Award (2018) and DLA Scientific Merit Award (2021). Her teaching emphasizes computational pedagogy and digital innovation in design education. Education: PhD in Architecture (ETH Zurich, 2021) Postgraduate in Didactics (ETH Zurich, 2011) MAS in Computer Aided Architectural Design (ETH Zurich, 2003) MSc Arch in Urban Design & Landscape Architecture (Technical University of Karlsruhe, 2001) Research Interests: Computational design, parametric modeling, mixed reality, climate-adaptive ecosystems, generative AI, and sustainable urban development. Her work bridges emerging technologies with ecological and urban challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration. Grants & Projects: Metaversity (2023–2025, Principal Investigator) Future Smart Cities Sasakawa (2023–2024, Principal Investigator) ABRA (2020–2023, Project Member) Awards: DLA Awards (2018, 2021) DLA Review Committee Awards (2020–2022) Exhibition Recognitions (Venice Biennale, National Design Centre Singapore) Labs/Teams: Leads the Urban Studies and Planning Programme and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects like the RAILCORRIDOR Singapore initiative. Active in digital twin development and AI-driven design tools.

• Digital Health
• Health Informatics
• Healthcare Transformation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kerryn Butler-Henderson is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University. Her research focuses on digital health transformation, healthcare informatics, and workforce education. She actively contributes to understanding the integration of artificial intelligence, predictive analytics, and electronic health records (EHR) into healthcare systems. Her work emphasizes improving clinical outcomes through data-driven approaches and addressing challenges in workforce digital literacy. She holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0002-6082-2108) and is open to supervising PhD and Masters students. Research interests include: Learning health systems and AI applications Prediction modeling for musculoskeletal disorders Digital health workforce development Value-based healthcare frameworks Educational innovations in nursing and healthcare Key publications from 2024-2025 explore topics like EHR generalizability, digital health literacy measures, and global digital health workforce roles. Her interdisciplinary collaborations span occupational health, gerontology, and healthcare accounting. Dr. Butler-Henderson is engaged in curriculum development for digital health competencies and has contributed to national surveys on nursing education trends. She maintains strong industry connections through RMIT's Health and Biomedical Sciences research networks.