جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Bio-inspired computation
• Neural networks
• Unconventional computing
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Simon O'Keefe is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of York. He holds a DPhil in Computer Science from the University of York, preceded by MSc degrees in Operational Research (Lancaster) and Information Processing (York), and a BA in Natural Science/Engineering from the University of Cambridge. His research focuses on bio-inspired computation, particularly neural networks and unconventional computing paradigms. He has held roles including Deputy Head of Department (Online) and previously served as Reader (2022-2024), Senior Lecturer, Lecturer, and Research Assistant at York. His work spans computational neuroscience, neuromorphic engineering, and AI applications in crisis response. Notable contributions include studies on reservoir computing using nanomagnetic devices, Arabic temporal understanding, and domain adaptation techniques. His publications explore topics like spike-based computing, cellular automata classification, and dependency-based bilingual embeddings. Prof O’Keefe’s research integrates theoretical computer science with practical applications in robotics, disaster informatics, and chemical computing systems. He leads the Artificial Intelligence research group at York and has contributed to interdisciplinary projects involving biochemistry and materials science.

Ezechiel Sentamaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Peacebuilding
• Peace Education
• Transitional Justice
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Dr Ezechiel Sentama is an Assistant Professor at Coventry University's Research Centre for Peace and Security, specializing in peacebuilding, transitional justice, and reconciliation. He has over 20 years of academic and research experience, with a PhD in Peace and Development Research from the University of Gothenburg (2010). His roles include leadership in research departments and advisory roles at institutions like the University of Rwanda and Rwanda Management Institute. Dr Sentama's work focuses on marginalized communities in post-conflict societies, particularly in Rwanda and the Global South. Education: PhD in Peace and Development Research, University of Gothenburg (2010) Master’s in Administration, University of the Western Cape (South Africa) Bachelor’s in Public Administration, National University of Rwanda Certifications in Local Democracy, Peacebuilding, Genocide Studies, and Security Paradigms Research Interests: Dr Sentama’s work bridges academic and applied research in peace education, public administration, climate change, and reconciliation. He emphasizes vulnerable populations, including Indigenous Twa communities, queer individuals, and Black youth. His recent projects include ‘Safe Spaces for Black Children’ (UK) and ‘European University Peace Education’ in Ethiopia/Sudan. Article Trends: His publications (2020–2025) analyze reconciliation mechanisms in post-genocide Rwanda, colonial legacies, and grassroots peacebuilding in Africa. Key themes include counter-narratives, cooperative economics, and marginalized identities. Awards: Transitional Justice and Reconciliation Fellowship (2019) Grants & Advising: Co-Investigator on projects funded by Barnardos (UK), British Council, and Marie S. Curie. Supervised MA dissertations at Clark University, Andrews University, and Linnaeus University. Former roles include ‘Head of Research Department’ at Rwanda’s Centre for Conflict Management (2014–2017). Teams/Labs: Leads the Africa Research Hub at Coventry University, collaborating internationally on peace education and transitional justice initiatives.

Thomas Biedenbachمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Ambidexterity
• Organizational Resilience
• Brand Management
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Thomas Biedenbach is an Associate Professor at Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics (USBE), Umeå University, specializing in Business Administration and Management. He holds the title of 'Distinguished university teacher' and focuses on research areas including digital ambidexterity, organizational resilience, brand management, and project management in hypercompetitive industries. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in construction, retail, and pharmaceutical sectors. His research emphasizes digital transformation challenges, innovation capabilities, and the interplay between organizational values and strategic initiatives. He frequently collaborates with institutions like the University of Gävle, Chalmers University, and industry partners to explore project management paradigms, absorptive capacity, and platform-based business models. Key research themes include: Understanding digital ambidexterity mechanisms in construction firms Impact of self-service technologies on organizational resilience Role of values-driven branding in corporate identity Paradigm shifts in project management research methodologies His publications span peer-reviewed journals (e.g., Journal of Brand Management, International Journal of Project Management) and conference proceedings, reflecting a focus on both academic rigor and applied business solutions. Research outputs consistently highlight cross-sectoral applications of organizational theory and innovation frameworks.

• Tobacco Use Research
• Addiction Medicine
• Public Health
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Dr. Asti Jackson is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. She holds a PhD in Behavioral Pharmacology from Virginia Commonwealth University (2017) and a BS in Biology from Georgia State University (2013). Her research focuses on tobacco use disparities among priority populations including adolescents, menthol cigarette users, and Black communities. Key areas include e-cigarette flavor impacts, nicotine dependence mechanisms, and health disparities reduction strategies. Education: PhD Behavioral Pharmacology (VCU 2017), BS Biology (GSU 2013) Research Interests: Nicotine addiction, tobacco product regulation, racial health equity, youth vaping Recent work examines how cooling e-cigarette flavors correlate with nicotine dependence among youth and explores racial discrimination's role in e-cigarette use for smoking cessation. Her studies often use experimental paradigms and population-level data to address public health priorities. Highlighted Awards: Pediatric Loan Repayment Award (NIDA 2019) NIDA Director’s Travel Award (2018) Learning for Early Careers in Addiction and Diversity Scholar (UCSF 2019) Current clinical trial focuses on flavor effects in nicotine products' impact (HIC ID 2000025687). Active collaborations include work with Grace Kong, Meghan Morean, and Patricia Simon on menthol-related research and disparities in nicotine use.

Kathleen C Garwoodمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Data Visualization
• Sustainability Rankings
• Statistical Analysis
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Kathleen C. Garwood is an Associate Professor in the Department of Decision and System Sciences at Saint Joseph’s University. She holds a PhD in Statistics from Temple University (2014), with prior degrees from Villanova University (MS, 2004) and Drexel University (BS, 2000). Her work bridges academic research, pedagogy, and social impact through data-driven initiatives. Dr. Garwood’s research focuses on statistical methodologies for sustainability rankings, cyber-physical systems trustworthiness, and educational analytics for underserved populations. Notable projects include UN collaboration on PRME school assessments and data visualization work with Fe y Alegría schools in Bolivia. She leads the St. Joseph’s Tableau Users Group (SJU TUG), fostering industry connections through Tableau skill development. Her teaching spans 14+ years in business analytics, emphasizing real-world datasets and pedagogical innovation. Awards include the 2019 MAACBA Innovation in Teaching Award and 2020 Ignatian Paradigm grant for educational case studies. Key grants include work on CPS modeling (2018-2019) and a Morris Grant for curricular research (2015). Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches in data mining, sustainability metrics, and healthcare analytics. Ongoing projects integrate Ignatian pedagogy principles with quantitative education, emphasizing ‘magis’—the pursuit of excellence for others.

Steve Firestoneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organizational Leadership
• Crisis Management
• Servant Leadership
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Steve Firestone, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Director of the Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership program at Regent University's School of Business & Leadership. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 23 years as an officer, naval aviator, and educator. His military career included deployments in the Arabian Gulf and roles as a liaison officer to Mexico, Canada, and the Bahamas. Dr. Firestone holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration (2014, Northcentral University), MBA (2002, Embry-Riddle University), M.A. in History (2017, Southwestern Assemblies of God University), and B.A. in History and Political Science (1993, Vanderbilt University). His research focuses on leadership paradigms integrating spirituality, crisis management, and generational dynamics. Notable works explore biblical principles in crisis leadership, servant leadership in hierarchical systems, and transformational leadership in Chinese higher education. He also examines military mental health strategies and millennial workplace perceptions. Educations: Ph.D., Business Administration, Northcentral University, 2014 M.A., History, Southwestern Assemblies of God University, 2017 MBA, Embry-Riddle University, 2002 B.A., History and Political Science, Vanderbilt University, 1993 Dr. Firestone has received the Instructor Excellence Award (2014) and certificates in online education, instructional design, and college teaching. His career bridges military leadership experience with academic roles, emphasizing faith-integrated leadership approaches.

• Policing Studies
• Criminology
• Organizational Leadership
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Pauline Ramshaw is the Director of Education for Degree Apprenticeships in the Department of Social Sciences at Northumbria University, a role she has held since joining the institution in 2017. Previously, she served as a Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Teesside University from 2000 to 2017. Her research focuses on front-line policing, including gender dynamics, organizational leadership, and volunteering within police services. She has led projects such as the evaluation of Durham Constabulary’s Women’s Diversion Project and studies on police leadership during the pandemic. Her academic qualifications include a PhD in Criminology (University of Teesside, 2009), an MSc in Social Research Methods, and a BSc in Criminology. She is a Full Member of the British Society of Criminology. Key research areas include policing innovation, community engagement through PCSOs, and the role of leadership in law enforcement. She has co-authored notable works such as *Police Leadership: Changing Landscapes* and contributed to peer-reviewed journals like *Policing and Society* and *International Journal of Police Science and Management*. Pauline collaborates closely with Northumbria Police and Durham Constabulary on Degree Apprenticeship programs. Her work bridges academic research with practical police training, emphasizing evidence-based practices and organizational adaptation.

Lívia Nemcováمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Pedagogy
• Andragogy
• Leisure Education
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Assoc. Prof. Lívia Nemcová, PhD. is an Associate Professor and Vice-Dean for Pedagogical Activities at the Faculty of Education of Matej Bel University in Banská Bystrica. She has been affiliated with the Department of Pedagogy and Andragogy since 2003, focusing on pedagogical education, teacher training, and curriculum development. Her roles include coordinating pedagogical activities and overseeing educational programs across multiple study fields. Her research interests span leisure pedagogy, youth autonomy, cross-cutting educational topics like relationship and sexual education, and the application of modern ICT in education. She has led and co-investigated numerous projects, including international collaborations like the Erasmus+ program and Slovak grants (VEGA, KEGA) focusing on youth behavior, health promotion, and online risk prevention. Over 100 scholarly outputs, including articles and edited works, reflect her contributions to educational sciences and pedagogy. Prof. Nemcová actively participates in conferences and collaborates with organizations like the Association of Educators and the Association of Leisure Centers in Slovakia. She successfully completed her habilitation in 2021, with a thesis on youth leisure activities and a lecture on marriage and parenthood education. Her work emphasizes practical educational solutions, service learning, and innovation in teacher training programs. Her professional activities include managing educational quality, developing doctoral programs, and leading initiatives like the Doctoral School of the Faculty of Education. She also coordinates projects addressing educational paradigms, non-formal education, and civic engagement.

Shreya Kumarمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Software Engineering
• Gerontechnology
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Dr. Shreya Kumar is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Notre Dame. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Michigan Technological University and a B.E. in Computer Engineering from the University of Pune, India. Her research focuses on human-computer interaction, software engineering, and integrating ethics into computing curricula. She has been recognized with the 2024 ND Women in Engineering Impact Award. Dr. Kumar teaches courses such as Ethics in Engineering, Principles of Computing, and Programming Paradigms. She directs the Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) and leads service projects that partner with local nonprofits, including developing tools for senior citizens' digital literacy and ethics education initiatives. Her work emphasizes societal impact through computing education and inclusive technology adoption. Her recent research explores ethics education through role-playing games, course visualization systems, and human-drone partnership design. She has published extensively on agile methodologies, communication in software development, and STEM education outreach.

Hong-An Wuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Critical Game Studies
• Feminist Science and Technology Studies
• Arts Education
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Dr. Hong-An Wu is an Associate Professor at the Harry W. Bass Jr. School of Arts, Humanities, and Technology at The University of Texas at Dallas. She holds a B.A. in Sociology from National Taiwan University and M.A./Ph.D. in Art Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her interdisciplinary research bridges arts education with critical game studies and feminist science and technology studies, focusing on emerging media technologies in education and their inequitable consequences. She co-directs the Studio for Mediating Play, exploring how play intersects with systems of power and social justice. Her work emphasizes critical pedagogies centered on care, repair, and social justice, with publications in journals like Catalyst: Feminism, Theory, Technoscience and Journal of Cultural Research in Art Education . Key research themes include: Critical analysis of educational technologies' temporal and structural inequities Feminist care ethics in pedagogical practices Racial justice in gaming media and classrooms Embodied knowledge through practices like tarot Her articles explore topics like: Technological failures as sites for emancipatory pedagogy Structural whiteness in gaming education Critical play and civic engagement As co-director of the Studio for Mediating Play, she fosters collaborative projects addressing social/material issues through experimental games and participatory methods. She also co-leads the Situated Critical Race and Media Collective (SCRAM).

Per Olaf Fjeldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Daylight in Architecture
• Scandinavian Architecture
• Sverre Fehn's Architectural Philosophy
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Per Olaf Fjeld is a Professor at the School of Architecture , Oslo School of Architecture and Design . His research focuses on daylight in architecture , Scandinavian architecture , and the works of Sverre Fehn . His research interests include: Daylight and its architectural implications Scandinavian architectural connections Modernist architectural philosophy Urban and spatial design Architectural education paradigms Research by design methodologies His recent publications analyze themes such as: Daylight and building components Scandinavian design influence Temporal and spatial relationships in architecture Studio-based research practices

• Ecological Sustainability
• Urban Planning
• Architecture
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Joana Rita Fonseca is a Researcher at ISTAR-Iscte, affiliated with the Digital Living Spaces group. She graduated in Architecture from the University of Coimbra in 2006 and has over a decade of professional experience in architectural projects spanning housing, schools, and commercial spaces. Current affiliation: ISTAR-Iscte - Research Center in Information Sciences, Technologies and Architecture Alumni: University of Coimbra Her research focuses on ecological sustainability in architecture and urban planning , particularly in rehabilitation processes. She explores how human activities in urban development can be rebalanced to promote ecosystem self-regeneration, emphasizing regenerative systems and the environmental impact of buildings . The thematic scope of her publications since 2006 includes urban sustainability , regenerative design , and paradigm shifts in development . Key subtopics revolve around place-based architectural theory , biocentric ethics , and ecosystem integration in urban environments. As a former research fellow at the University of Coimbra, she contributed to projects analyzing historical urban contexts and sustainable intervention strategies. Her professional portfolio includes managing architectural projects and mentoring students through internships and tutoring.

• Architectural Rehabilitation
• Cultural Heritage
• Collaborative Urbanism
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Ligia Silva is a Professor at Lusófona University, teaching in the Master's Degree and PhD in Architecture, and a teacher at ISCTE University of Lisbon for the postgraduate program 'Collaborative Territories'. She also teaches 'Architecture and Society' at the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Porto (FAUP) since 2020, with a career spanning architectural design, theory, and historical preservation. Education : Licenciatura in Architecture from the Faculty of Architecture of the Technical University of Lisbon PhD in Architectural Rehabilitation from the University of Coruña Specialization in Earth Sciences from the Faculty of Science, University of Porto Her research focuses on architectural rehabilitation, cultural heritage, collaborative urbanism, and architecture education. Recent publications address post-war reconstruction in Syria, housing policies in Brazil and Portugal, gendered monastic spaces, and pedagogical strategies in architectural education. Her work emphasizes community-led projects and sustainable urban practices. She founded Arquitectos Sem Fronteiras Portugal, served as Chair of Architecture Sans Frontières Internacional (2018-2023), and co-coordinates the 'Right to the City' program. Since 2012, she is an integrated member of the Center for Studies in Architecture and Urbanism at FAUP.

Zbigniew Dokurnoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Development
• Human Capital Theory
• Ecological Economics
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Prof. Zbigniew Dokurno is a Professor at the Department of Ecological Economics within the Faculty of Economics and Finance at Wrocław University of Economics. His research focuses on sustainable development, ecological economics, human capital theory, and macroeconomic modeling with an emphasis on environmental and institutional factors. He has authored numerous publications on topics including natural capital valuation, green economy frameworks, and alternative economic metrics beyond GDP. His work bridges theoretical macroeconomics with practical policy applications, particularly in Poland and global contexts. Consultation hours are held in Room 122 B during the winter semester 2024/2025, with online availability via MSTeams. He actively supervises doctoral students and engages in academic collaboration through institutional partnerships. His publications span 20+ years of contributions to ecological economics, human capital modeling, and sustainable development paradigms. Key research themes include: Integration of ecological principles into macroeconomic frameworks Human capital dynamics in knowledge-based economies Policy analysis for sustainability transitions Critical assessment of traditional economic metrics Publications trends show strong focus on sustainable development (30% of articles), followed by human capital theory (25%), and ecological modifications to economic models (20%). Recent work (2025) explores healthcare economics through well-being economy lenses, indicating expanding research frontiers. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Supervision of doctoral students is confirmed but specific advisee names are not listed.

• Biomimetic Engineering
• Parametric Design
• Evolutionary Computation
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Achim Menges is a contemporary architect and Professor of Digital Design at The European Graduate School (EGS) and the founding director of the Institute for Computational Design at the University of Stuttgart. He also holds a visiting professorship at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design. His research integrates biomimetic engineering, parametric design, evolutionary computation, and computer-aided manufacturing through interdisciplinary collaboration with engineers, computer scientists, and biologists. Education: Began at Technical University of Darmstadt (Germany), graduated with honors from the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London (2002). Taught at AA School (2002-2012), Rice University (visiting professor), and Offenbach University of Art and Design (2005-2008). Currently at University of Stuttgart since 2012. Research focuses on biomimetic principles applied to architecture, such as humidity-responsive wood structures (e.g., FAZ Pavilion, 2010). Key themes include material computation, adaptive systems, and the synergy between biological processes and digital fabrication. His work emphasizes translating natural phenomena into functional architectural solutions without mechanical control systems. Scientific contributions include the FEIDAD Awards (2002, 2003), RIBA Tutor Prize (2004), Bentley Educator of the Year (2005), and ACADIA Award (2007). Over 10 major publications since 2004, including Material Computation: Higher Integration in Morphogenetic Design (2012). Labs/Teams: Leads the Institute for Computational Design (ICD), affiliated with Germany's Biomimetics Competence Network and Computer Science in Architecture Network. Active in international research evaluations and conference committees.