جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Pilar Nogues-Marcoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Financial Development
• Monetary Systems
• Globalization
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Pilar Nogues-Marco is an Associate Professor in Economic History at the University of Geneva 's Paul Bairoch Institute of Economic History. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics (International Finance) from Sciences-Po Paris and has held academic positions at Carlos III University of Madrid, Pompeu Fabra University, Sciences-Po Paris, and the University of Barcelona. Research Interests include Financial Development, Monetary Systems, Globalization, and Capitalism, with a focus on monetary and financial history from the early modern period to the present. Her work bridges economic theory with historical analysis, examining topics like colonial extraction, currency integration, and banking institutions. Key Publications span monetary geography, gold standard dynamics, and early financial derivatives. Her research has been funded by the Bank of Spain (2024-2027) and supported by the Geneva School of Social Sciences and the University of Geneva's IT Commission. Scientific Awards Hamilton Prize 2020 Figuerola Prize (best paper in European Review of Economic History, 2007-2009) Administrative Roles include directing the Scientific Committee for the Ph.D. Program in Economic and Social History and representing the Paul Bairoch Institute on the CAP-HIST Lab Executive Committee (2024-2028). Teaching encompasses Master-level courses in Global Capitalism History and Bachelor-level courses in Early Modern Economic History. She co-organizes the Research Seminar in Economic History at the University of Geneva.

Ellen Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Contemporary Chinese Art
• Video Art
• Modern Chinese Art
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ellen Larson serves as a CAEA Postdoctoral Instructor in the Department of Art History at the University of Chicago, concurrently holding the position of Associate Director at the Center for the Art of East Asia (CAEA). Her academic and curatorial work centers on modern and contemporary art from Asia and Asian diasporic communities, with emphasis on moving image practices and institutional frameworks. Education PhD in Contemporary Chinese Art, University of Pittsburgh MA in Global Contemporary Art History, University of Pittsburgh MA in Modern Chinese History, Minzu University of China, Beijing Research Focus Larson’s scholarship investigates temporalities in Chinese moving image art from the late 1980s through early 2000s, examining post-industrial urban aesthetics, technological mediation, and diasporic identities. Her work critically engages AI technologies, virtual economies, and online communication platforms as artistic mediums, revealing how digital infrastructures reshape cultural memory and spatial perception in contemporary Chinese visual culture. Publication Trends Her 2019-2024 publications demonstrate rigorous engagement with Chinese video art’s evolution, consistently analyzing artists like Cao Fei and Su Yuhsin through lenses of utopian nostalgia, industrial heritage, and planetary futurism. These works reveal a methodological shift toward interdisciplinary approaches blending art history, media studies, and urban theory, particularly in examining how virtual platforms and monetary systems transform artistic production and reception. Awards & Recognition US Fulbright Program Getty Foundation Grant Asia Foundation Fellowship Henry Luce Foundation Support Dunhuang Foundation Award Center for Contemporary Art Research in Japan Program University of Chicago Provost’s Global Faculty Award Curatorial Leadership As Associate Director of CAEA, Larson directs major research initiatives while curating exhibitions that bridge academic scholarship and public engagement. Her grants from the Fulbright Program and Getty Foundation have enabled extensive fieldwork in China, facilitating collaborative projects with artists and institutions that document ephemeral media practices and preserve critical art historical archives for scholarly access. Exhibition Practice Larson’s curatorial portfolio—including Ephemeral Architectures (2023) and Materializing Memory (2019)—creates vital platforms for Chinese video art within U.S. institutions. These projects establish methodological frameworks for preserving time-based media while challenging Western-centric exhibition histories, particularly through her focus on intermediary spaces and counter-mapping strategies that reveal hidden narratives in urban landscapes.

Huazhong Shiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
• Gene Editing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Huazhong Shi is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Texas Tech University. His research focuses on molecular biology, biochemistry, and plant stress response mechanisms, with a particular emphasis on gene editing for crop improvement, herbicide resistance development, and computational simulations of protein-small molecule interactions. Ph.D., Wuhan University, China, 1995 Research Associate, University of Arizona, 1999-2001 Research Associate, University of California, 2001-2003 Research Associate, Purdue University, 2003-2004 Dr. Shi’s research explores gene editing strategies to enhance crop traits such as clonal seed production, haploid induction, and herbicide resistance. His lab also investigates molecular dynamics simulations to understand enzyme-herbicide interactions and stress-inducible gene regulation. Key projects include engineering salt-tolerant crops via Na+/H+ antiporter optimization and elucidating the roles of SHI genes in stress response pathways. The 15 most recent publications highlight advancements in gene editing for hybrid vigor preservation, directed evolution of herbicide-resistant enzymes, and computational modeling of stress tolerance mechanisms. These works span disciplines including plant biotechnology, environmental toxicology, and agricultural sustainability, with subfields such as RNA splicing, redox biology, and nutrient-stress interactions. Dr. Shi’s lab includes graduate students Yihui Yuan, Hongjia Qian, Amna Aqdas, Karthik Kalvakuntla, and Shoumik Kundu, alongside research associate Dr. Jianfei Guo. His work contributes to global food security through biotechnological innovations in crop resilience to environmental stresses.

Adelle Blackettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transnational Labor Law
• Emancipatory Approaches
• Domestic Workers' Rights
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adelle Blackett is a Full Professor and Canada Research Chair in Transnational Labor Law at the Faculty of Law, McGill University. She currently serves on public service leave as Senior Advisor to the Director-General of the International Labour Organization in Geneva. Her academic credentials include a BA in History from Queen's University, civil law and common law degrees from McGill, and an LL.M./JSD from Columbia University. Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (2020) Bora Laskin National Human Rights Fellow Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Fellow Professor Blackett's research focuses on transnational labor law with emancipatory approaches, particularly domestic workers' rights and the intersection between trade and labor standards. She has contributed to international legal discourse through roles as Rapporteur-General for the International Academy of Comparative Law and as an expert for CETA and USMCA trade agreements. Her pedagogical innovations include courses on Slavery and the Law, transnational labor law futures, and labor law development with the African Development Bank. Her scholarly work has appeared in leading journals like American Journal of International Law and International Labour Review . She directs the Labor Law and Development Research Laboratory and has received numerous teaching awards including McGill's Principal's Prize for Teaching Excellence (2020). Professor Blackett has held visiting professorships at Fordham, Cornell, Université catholique de Louvain, and the University of Toronto. 2020 CCIL Scholarly Book Award for Everyday Transgressions 2019 CAPSLE Award for Advancing Legal Pedagogy Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal Bob Hepple Lifetime Achievement Award Honorary Doctorates from three universities Professor Blackett has shaped policy as Chair of Canada's Employment Equity Act Review Task Force and through advisory roles at the ILO's Advisory Committee on Trade and Labor. She founded McGill's Black Faculty and Staff Caucus and co-authored the Scarborough Charter on anti-Black racism in Canadian higher education. Her work bridges academic research, policy implementation, and social justice advocacy.

Filipa Matos Wunderlichمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Rhythms
• Temporal Urban Design
• Place-temporality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Filipa Matos Wunderlich is an Associate Professor in Urban Design at University College London's Bartlett School of Planning, where she serves as Director of the cross-faculty MRes Interdisciplinary Urban Design (MRes IdUD) program and Urban Design Strategic Coordinator. She previously co-designed and directed the MSc Urban Design and City Planning program and has held academic positions at UCL since 2008, initially as a Research Associate before becoming a Lecturer in 2010. Her educational background includes a PhD from University College London (2010), a Diploma of Architecture from Universidade do Porto (2000), and a Bachelor of Music from ArtEZ Institute of the Arts (2001). This interdisciplinary foundation informs her unique approach that bridges architecture, urban design, and musical performance. Wunderlich's research centers on temporality in urban places, urban rhythms, and place-rhythmanalysis, with significant contributions to temporal urban design theory and practice. Her work explores sensory and performative urbanisms, affect in the city, and the interface between urban and musical aesthetics. She also investigates gender-neutral urban design and alternative hybrid typologies in contemporary cities, emphasizing the synergy between theoretical innovation and practical application in urban design. Her publication record reveals a clear evolution from foundational theoretical work on urban rhythms and place-temporality toward increasingly sophisticated applications of temporal design principles. The most recent publications demonstrate a maturation of her temporal urban design framework, moving from conceptual explorations to practical implementations across diverse urban contexts, with growing emphasis on wellbeing, health, and sustainability implications. As a respected academic, Wunderlich regularly serves as keynote speaker at international conferences, including recent invitations to Oxford University, AESOP conferences, and the Conscious Cities Festival. She is a guest editor for Planning Theory and Practice and Architecture Open-Access journals, and frequently reviews for leading urban studies publications. In her teaching and advising roles, Wunderlich directs the MRes IdUD program and coordinates the Major Research Projects module across multiple postgraduate programs. Her grant activities include Innovate UK's Smart Walkability Platform project, UCL ChangeMakers initiatives, and the European COST Action Go2CHANGE research project on cultural heritage conservation under climate change. Wunderlich leads several research initiatives including the Post Growth Planning Research Cluster, Temporal Urban Design Research Podcast and Journal, and Collective Zebra - an online journal focused on walking. These platforms foster interdisciplinary dialogue on temporal approaches to urban design and facilitate knowledge exchange between academic research and professional practice.

Adam Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Archaeology
• Political Theory
• Landscape Archaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam T. Smith is Distinguished Professor of Arts and Sciences in Anthropology at Cornell University, specializing in Archaeology, Political Theory, Landscape Studies , and Material Culture . He co-founded Project ArAGATS in Armenia and co-directs the Aragats Foundation , focusing on collaborative archaeological research in the South Caucasus. His work spans from the Bronze Age to contemporary heritage preservation issues. PhD (1996), MA (1993) - University of Arizona, Anthropology MPhil (1991) - University of Cambridge, Social & Political Science BA (1990) - Brown University, Anthropology & Political Science Research interests center on political anthropology through material culture , analyzing how objects shape political systems from ancient to modern contexts. His projects include Caucasus Heritage Watch for satellite monitoring of endangered sites and extensive studies of Late Bronze Age/Early Iron Age fortresses in Armenia. Key contributions involve redefining South Caucasus chronologies using radiocarbon dating and Bayesian modeling. Recent publications focus on 2023: Cultural heritage documentation during Nagorno-Karabakh conflicts 2022: Critiques of Armenian Genocide erasure in archaeological discourse 2018: Revised Bronze/Iron Age timelines for the Caucasus 2015: Sovereignty mechanisms in Urartian landscapes Scientific honors include 2023 Finalist - Falling Walls Science Breakthrough (Social Sciences) 2010-2011 Guggenheim & Cornell Humanities Fellowships 1997-1999 Michigan Society of Fellows He leads the Landscapes and Objects Laboratory and teaches courses like Archaeological Research Design while engaging in public archaeology through initiatives like St. James AME Zion Church excavations in Ithaca, NY.

Matthias Breuerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Corporate Reporting
• Sustainability Reporting
• Financial Regulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthias Breuer serves as Heisenberg-Professor for Corporate Reporting & Regulation at Goethe University Frankfurt's Faculty of Economics and Business, where he investigates corporate transparency mechanisms and regulatory solutions for sustainability reporting challenges. His interdisciplinary work bridges historical accounting contexts with modern ESG assurance frameworks. His academic foundation includes: PhD from the University of Chicago Master’s degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science Bachelor’s degree from WHU Breuer's research program centers on information verification dynamics in corporate reporting, with particular emphasis on how financial regulation shapes resource allocation, innovation incentives, and disclosure practices. He examines historical precedents (e.g., 1890s streetcar industry) to inform contemporary sustainability assurance systems, employing advanced econometric techniques to analyze regulatory impacts across public and private firms. His scholarship consistently addresses the tension between voluntary and mandatory disclosure regimes in capital markets. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals escalating focus on sustainability regulation, with 60% directly addressing ESG-related disclosure challenges. Methodologically, he integrates Bayesian statistics, fixed effects modeling, and historical analysis to dissect reporting anomalies, while recent work increasingly explores spillover effects in peer disclosure networks and minority representation dynamics within corporate environments. Key recognitions include: DFG Heisenberg Fellowship TRR 266 Research Fellowship (Accounting for Transparency) Fellowship at the Centre for Advanced Studies on Law and Finance Affiliate Fellowship at Chicago Booth's Stigler Center As principal investigator of the DFG-funded Heisenberg project, Breuer directs substantial research resources toward transparency regulation while maintaining active collaboration with Columbia University and Chicago Booth through prior appointments. His grant portfolio reflects sustained interest in regulatory economics, with current projects examining auditing mandates and corporate innovation under disclosure requirements. Breuer contributes to Goethe University's Accounting Research Seminar series and is embedded in the TRR 266 collaborative research center, where he coordinates interdisciplinary teams analyzing transparency standards. His methodological laboratory combines archival financial data with historical industry records to model disclosure dynamics under varying regulatory regimes.

Gigi Lukمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bilingualism
• Literacy Acquisition
• Lifespan Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gigi Luk is Professor and Program Director for M.Ed. Concentrations in Educational Psychology and Human Development within the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University's Faculty of Education. Her research program investigates the cognitive consequences of bilingualism across the lifespan, bridging scientific understanding with practical educational applications to cultivate inclusive environments for linguistically diverse learners. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Psychology (Developmental and Cognitive Processes) from York University M.A. in Psychology (Developmental and Cognitive Processes) from York University Specialized Honors B.A. in Psychology from York University Dr. Luk's research centers on bilingualism's cognitive and neural mechanisms, with three interconnected thrusts: (1) characterizing bilingualism beyond English proficiency in communities, (2) examining cognitive skills supporting language/literacy outcomes, and (3) establishing neural correlates of learning in diverse language learners. Her work integrates cognitive neuroscience with educational practice to address real-world challenges in multilingual classrooms, emphasizing culturally responsive pedagogy that respects linguistic diversity. This dual focus on basic science and practical implementation defines her contributions to understanding how bilingual experiences shape cognitive development and educational equity. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2022-2024) reveals consistent interdisciplinary investigation of bilingualism through cognitive, neural, and sociocultural lenses. Her work spans educational psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and sociolinguistics, with growing emphasis on neural correlates of language processing, methodological rigor in bilingual assessment, and equity implications of bilingual research. Key trends include examination of multilingual children's cognitive development, critical reframing of the "bilingual advantage" discourse, and innovative approaches like music-based literacy interventions. Scientific recognition includes: National Academy of Education/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellowship (2013-2014) Dr. Luk actively supervises graduate students (accepting new students for 2025-2026) and secures competitive research funding, currently supported by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and Fonds de recherche Société et culture (FRQSC). Her grant portfolio demonstrates sustained commitment to advancing understanding of bilingual cognition and its educational applications through rigorous empirical work. She directs the Bilingualism.Experience.Education Lab, which functions as an interdisciplinary hub for investigating how language experiences shape cognitive development and educational outcomes. The lab employs diverse methodologies including neuroimaging, behavioral experiments, and classroom-based research to address questions about bilingualism's cognitive effects and practical implications for educators.

Alexander Katsaitisمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Policy-Making Processes
• Interest Group Dynamics
• Transparency in Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Name: Alexander Katsaitis Position: Associate Professor, Docent Affiliation: Department of Political Science, Stockholm University Email: a.katsaitis@statsvet.su.se ORCID: 0000-0002-9427-6328 Education: PhD, University College London (October 2016) Research Focus: Alexander Katsaitis's research centers on the intersection of policymaker-organized interest interactions, decision-making procedures, and transnational partisan linkages. His work aims to enhance government policymaking through evidence-based recommendations in governance, transparency, and accountability. He has explored regulatory modernization in lobbying, gender representation in EU lobbying, and the evolving nature of EU business lobbying. Publications Trends: Katsaitis has published extensively on EU governance, business-government relations, and transparency mechanisms. His work includes a monograph on "Business Lobbying in the EU" (2021) and co-edited the "Handbook on Lobbying & Public Policy" (2024). Recent articles focus on political financing tracking, lobbying ethics, and institutional dynamics in the European Parliament. Previous Appointments: Before joining Stockholm University, Katsaitis held fellowships at the London School of Economics, European University Institute, and University of Oslo.

Yoon Seok Kimمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Optogenetics
• Structural Biology
• Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yoon Seok Kim is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University’s Department of Bioengineering, focusing on structural and mechanistic studies of light-gated ion channels. He earned his Ph.D. in Bioengineering at Stanford, mentored by Drs. Karl Deisseroth and Brian Kobilka, with research centered on ion channel selectivity and optogenetic applications. Education: Ph.D. in Bioengineering, Stanford University Dr. Kim’s research spans Optogenetics , Structural Biology , and Neuroscience , particularly the molecular mechanisms of ion channels in neural and glioma contexts. His work includes structural analysis of potassium-selective channelrhodopsins and synaptic mechanisms in neurodegenerative diseases. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary trends, merging Neuroscience , Molecular Biology , and Bioengineering , with subfields like diffuse midline gliomas , dopamine neuron resilience , and machine learning in protein engineering . His studies often integrate advanced imaging and optogenetic tools.

Alvaro Köhn-Luqueمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Oncology
• Computational Biology
• Biostatistics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alvaro Köhn-Luque is an Associate Professor at the Oslo Center for Biostatistics and Epidemiology, University of Oslo, and Group Leader at the Department of Medical Genetics, Oslo University Hospital. His work bridges mathematical modeling with clinical applications, particularly in cancer research. His academic background includes a PhD in Mathematical and Computational Biology from Complutense University of Madrid (2012), preceded by multiple Master's degrees in Mathematics and Physics from Spanish universities. Dr. Köhn-Luque's research focuses on mathematical oncology , developing computational models to understand cancer dynamics and improve treatment strategies. His work spans multiscale modeling of tumor growth, personalized cancer medicine through computer simulations, and biomarker discovery using machine learning approaches. He has made significant contributions to modeling breast cancer progression and treatment response, particularly in the context of endocrine therapy and CDK4/6 inhibition. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward integrating mechanistic learning approaches that combine mathematical models with machine learning techniques. This hybrid methodology allows for more accurate prediction of treatment outcomes while maintaining biological interpretability. His work frequently involves collaboration with clinical researchers to ensure models are grounded in real patient data and have direct translational potential. Computational modeling of tumor heterogeneity and drug response Development of methods for phenotypic deconvolution in cancer cell populations Integration of multi-omics data for personalized treatment prediction Application of birth-death processes to model tumor evolution Creation of user-friendly computational tools for biomedical researchers Dr. Köhn-Luque has supervised multiple PhD students including Even M Myklebust, Salim Ghannoum, and Xiaoran Lai, and has secured funding for projects including RESCUE, BigInsight, and Integreat. His research demonstrates a consistent trajectory from theoretical mathematical biology toward increasingly clinically relevant applications in personalized cancer medicine.

• Welding Metallurgy
• Physical Metallurgy
• Additive Manufacturing
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Leijun Li, PhD, P.Eng., is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta, where he also serves as Chair. With a career spanning institutions including Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, University of Northern Iowa, and Utah State University, he specializes in physical metallurgy , welding metallurgy , and additive manufacturing . His research focuses on microstructure characterization, mechanical properties, and modeling of non-equilibrium phase transformations during welding and AM processes. Current affiliations: University of Alberta, American Welding Society, ASM International Research themes: Additive manufacturing of alloys, Corrosion science, Pipeline metallurgy, Phase transformations, Welding robotics He has received multiple AWS Hobart Awards (4 times) and Savage Awards (2 times) for his work on pipeline welding and metallurgy. His group has published extensively on topics including delta-ferrite retention in Grade 91 steel, inverse bainite transformations , and welding defect analysis . Recent projects include NSERC Alliance Missions Grant for rare earth mineral recovery and Alberta Innovates Ecosystem Program for advanced manufacturing. Key collaborators: Dr. Tom Lienert, Dr. Xiaoying Fang, Dr. P-Q Xu Labs: Rooms 2-158/3-133 (CME Building), Office 12th Floor DICE Building

Carla Casuloمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Lymphoma Research
• Follicular Lymphoma
• Hodgkin Lymphoma
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carla Casulo, M.D. serves as Associate Professor of Medicine and Assistant Director of Cancer Research Training and Education at the Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center. She holds dual board certification in Hematology and Medical Oncology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Education and Training: Medical Degree: SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (2004) Internship & Residency: Yale New Haven Hospital, Internal Medicine (2004-2007) Chief Residency: Yale University School of Medicine Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Hematology & Oncology (2008-2011) Dr. Casulo is an internationally recognized clinician-researcher specializing in all forms of lymphoma, with particular expertise in follicular lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma, and young adult lymphoma. Her research focuses on precision oncology approaches using real-world datasets and clinical trials to identify risk factors, optimize treatment sequencing, and improve survival outcomes. She has pioneered work in follicular lymphoma prognostication and transformation patterns. Her publication portfolio reveals strong emphasis on lymphoma subtyping, treatment resistance mechanisms, and novel therapeutic combinations. Recent work includes investigations into venetoclax combinations, T-cell lymphoma diagnostics, and outcomes in young follicular lymphoma patients. She actively leads multiple clinical trials including phase 3 studies in Hodgkin lymphoma and novel approaches for peripheral T-cell lymphoma. Major Awards: NIH K12 Career Development Award Lymphoma Research Foundation Clinical Research Mentoring Program Scholar Arthur W. Bauman Teaching Award Multiple patient care excellence awards including ICARE Patient Centered Bronze Star Dr. Casulo serves as Chair of lymphoma sessions at major international conferences (ASH, ASCO, ICL) and is Steering Committee Member for the Women in Lymphoma Global Organization. She has mentored numerous trainees, receiving the University of Rochester mentoring award for clinical programs. Her leadership extends to directing cancer research training at Wilmot Cancer Institute.

Jesus Barrio Hermidaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Materials Engineering
• Nanomaterials Synthesis
• Photocatalysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jesus Barrio Hermida is an Imperial College Research Fellow in the Department of Chemical Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering at Imperial College London. His research focuses on designing and synthesizing advanced electrocatalytic materials for sustainable energy applications, particularly single-atom catalysts for energy conversion processes. Barrio Hermida completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (2009-2014) and Master in Nanoscience and Molecular Nanotechnology (2014-2016) at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. He earned his PhD in Chemistry from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (2016-2020), followed by a Research Associate position at Imperial College London (2020-2023) before being awarded the prestigious Imperial College Research Fellowship in 2023. His research interests center on electrocatalysis , particularly the development of single-atom catalysts for sustainable energy technologies. His work spans carbon nitride materials , Fe-N-C catalysts for fuel cells, ammonia synthesis , and biomass valorization . Barrio Hermida's group investigates the fundamental mechanisms of electrocatalytic processes while designing novel materials with enhanced performance for practical applications in energy conversion and storage. His publication record shows a strong focus on electrocatalyst design and characterization , with recent work emphasizing single-atom catalysts , fuel cell materials , and sustainable ammonia production . His research bridges fundamental understanding of catalytic mechanisms with practical applications in energy technologies, particularly in replacing precious metal catalysts with earth-abundant alternatives. Barrio Hermida has received several prestigious awards including the Israel Chemical Society Excellent PhD Student Award (2019), Faran Mid Way Negev Scholarship for Outstanding PhD Students (2018), and the Adama award for research excellence (2018). As an Imperial College Research Fellow, he leads an independent research group focused on designing single-atom electrocatalysts for sustainable energy technologies, working within Maria-Magdalena Titirici's research environment while developing his own independent research direction.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Animal Behavior
• Social Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eli D. Strauss is a behavioral ecologist and Postdoctoral Researcher at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior and the University of Konstanz. He will transition to an Assistant Professor position at the Department of Integrative Biology, Michigan State University in late 2025. His research focuses on the evolution of stable social systems, particularly in spotted hyenas, analyzing how individual behaviors and relationships shape group-level dynamics. Strauss employs field experiments, computational techniques, and long-term observational data to study dominance hierarchies, social inequality, and the interplay between individual experiences and collective behaviors. Research Interests : Strauss investigates how societies emerge from individual interactions, emphasizing long-term perspectives. Key themes include dominance hierarchy dynamics, social inheritance, and the ecological drivers of social behavior. His work bridges behavioral ecology with computational methods, addressing questions about social structure stability and evolutionary adaptations. Key Projects : Co-director of the Mara Hyena Project in Kenya, a long-term study on hyena behavior and ecology. Developing methodologies for longitudinal studies of dominance hierarchies, including frameworks for analyzing hierarchy dynamics across timescales. His computational tools (e.g., DynaRankR ) are widely used for dominance inference. Upcoming Initiatives : Establishing a lab at Michigan State University focusing on social behavior and collective ecology. Recruiting graduate students and postdocs to study social systems, computational ecology, and animal behavior.