جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jesús del Alamoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semiconductor Devices
• Transistor Physics
• III-V Compound Semiconductors
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jesús del Alamo serves as the Donner Professor of Science within MIT’s Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, leading cutting-edge research in semiconductor device physics with applications spanning logic, high-frequency, and power electronics. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical device engineering to address next-generation computing challenges. Academic Credentials: PhD, Stanford University MS, Stanford University Research Focus: Professor del Alamo’s expertise centers on transistor physics and semiconductor device innovation, particularly III-V compound semiconductors (InGaAs, GaN) and diamond MOSFETs. Current investigations target reliability mechanisms in GaN transistors for RF/power applications, novel analog computing architectures, and electrochemical ionic synapses for neuromorphic hardware. His group pioneers atomic-scale fabrication techniques like thermal atomic layer etching for sub-5nm devices while exploring quantum confinement effects in vertical nanowires. Publication Evolution: Recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates a strategic shift toward neuromorphic computing, with 60% of publications focusing on electrochemical synapses and ferroelectric memories for AI acceleration. This builds upon decades of transistor scaling research, now converging with materials innovations in HfZrO 2 ferroelectrics and protonic conductors to enable energy-efficient analog deep learning hardware. Award Recognition: Louis D. Smullin Award for Excellence in Teaching Amar Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching Intel Outstanding Researcher Award Semiconductor Research Corporation Technical Excellence Award Semiconductor Industry Association-Semiconductor Research Corporation University Researcher Award Collaborative Leadership: He directs research within MIT’s Microsystems Technology Laboratories (MTL), collaborating with faculty including Bilge Yildiz (electrochemical systems) and Ju Li (computational materials). Current projects integrate device physics with neuromorphic algorithms, supported by semiconductor industry partnerships focused on translating fundamental discoveries into practical AI hardware solutions. Research Infrastructure: His group operates within MIT’s MTL cleanroom facilities, utilizing advanced characterization tools for in-situ device analysis and leveraging partnerships with industry leaders in semiconductor manufacturing to prototype novel transistor architectures.

Luisa Manninaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food Chemistry
• NMR Spectroscopy
• Metabolomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Luisa Mannina is a Full Professor of Food Chemistry at Sapienza University of Rome, Department of Chemistry and Technology of Drugs, Faculty of Pharmacy and Medicine. She leads the Food Chemistry Laboratory (FOODCHEMLAB) and serves as Director of the Metabolomics Unit focusing on Foods, Nutraceuticals and Biological Fluids Research. Her academic career spans over 25 years with progressive appointments from Assistant Professor to her current Full Professor position since January 2019. Full Professor of Food Chemistry (2019-present) Associate Professor of Food Chemistry (2009-2019) Director of multiple Master's programs in Nutraceuticals and Cosmeceutics Coordinator of PhD program in Molecular design and characterization for health promotion Member of numerous institutional committees at Sapienza University Professor Mannina's research centers on Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) methodologies for food analysis and metabolomics. She has developed innovative analytical protocols for determining metabolic profiles of food matrices and biological fluids, enabling authentication of geographical origin, variety, and cultivation methods for diverse food products. Her work spans olive oils, fruits, industrial hemp, and various agricultural products, with particular emphasis on NMR-based metabolomics for food authentication and quality assessment. She has established herself as a leading expert in industrial hemp analysis, publishing extensively on cannabis inflorescences, seed oils, and related products. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on sustainable food systems, with particular attention to agri-food waste valorization, novel food development from unconventional sources like medicinal mushrooms, and advanced analytical techniques for food authentication. Her work increasingly integrates NMR with other analytical methods to address complex food science challenges, including food fraud detection, nutritional enhancement through processing techniques, and chemopreventive properties of plant-based products. The research demonstrates consistent evolution from fundamental food characterization toward applied solutions addressing contemporary food system challenges. Her scientific recognition includes: GIDRM/GIRM 2018 Gold Medal ANVUR Research Funding (2017) Associate Editor of Journal of Integrated Omics Member of Scientific Committee of La Rivista Italiana delle Sostanze Grasse Professor Mannina has successfully supervised numerous PhD students and directed multiple Master's programs. Her research is supported by substantial funding from regional, national, and European sources, including projects on industrial hemp valorization (€150,000), innovative bio-packaging (€50,000), and metabolomic studies of Mediterranean diet adherence (€14,500). She maintains active collaborations with European research institutions and industry partners through various research contracts. Her Food Chemistry Laboratory (FOODCHEMLAB) is equipped with state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation including NMR, HPLC-PDA, GC-MS, and other advanced equipment for comprehensive food analysis. The laboratory serves as a hub for metabolomic research, food authentication studies, and valorization of agricultural by-products, contributing significantly to Sapienza University's research profile in food science and technology.

• Islamic Law
• Shi'ite Jurisprudence
• Legal Hermeneutics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rob Gleave is Professor of Arabic Studies at the University of Exeter's Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies, currently serving as British Academy/Wolfson Professor (2023-2026) for his project "The Foundations of Modern Shi’ism: The End of Akhbrism and the Beginnings of Ulism". Previously, he directed the Centre for the Study of Islam and International Institute for Cultural Enquiry until September 2022, and held leadership roles including Associate Dean of the College for Social Science and International Studies (2015-16) and Principal Investigator for the ESRC Impact Acceleration Account (2014-2018). His research centers on Islamic legal theory and practice with specialized focus on Shi’ite legal thought, legal hermeneutics, and historical evolution of Islamic jurisprudence. Major projects include the ERC-funded "Law, Authority and Learning in Imami Shi’ite Islam" (2016-2022), "Islamic Law on the Edge" (2021-2022), "Islamic Reformulations" (2013-2016), and "Legitimate and Illegitimate Violence in Islamic Thought" (2010-2013), which collectively examine legal interpretation, violence justification, and governance in Islamic intellectual history while integrating Shi’ite law into broader Islamic legal studies. Professor Gleave's scholarly recognition includes: British Academy/Wolfson Professorship (2023-2026) Prestigious fellowships at Princeton's Institute for Advanced Study, Oxford, and Chicago Editorial leadership as sub-editor of Islamic Law and Society and Journal of Abbasid Studies Presidential roles in the British Institute of Persian Studies and International Society for Islamic Legal Studies He has supervised PhD research on Salafism, Usul al-Fiqh, hijab jurisprudence, Shi’ite legal theory, and Islamic finance applications, while securing major grants including ERC Advanced Awards and ESRC funding. His research teams operate through institutional frameworks like the Centre for the Study of Islam, fostering international collaborations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Current work continues through the British Academy/Wolfson project investigating Shi’ite legal history's transition from Akhbarism to Usulism, building on his established research infrastructure within Exeter's Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies.

Michael Wallaceمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Electrophysiology
• Motivated Behavior
• Basal Ganglia
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michael Wallace serves as an Assistant Professor at Boston University, leading research at the intersection of basal ganglia circuitry, motivated behavior, and synaptic transmission mechanisms. His work addresses fundamental questions about neural control of goal-directed actions and their disruption in neurological disorders. Education: Ph.D. in Neurobiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Dr. Wallace's research program centers on genetically defined circuits within the basal ganglia, investigating how these structures guide motivated behaviors and motor control. His laboratory employs a sophisticated multidisciplinary toolkit including in vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics, molecular genetics, computational modeling, and behavioral assays. Key research themes encompass neurotransmitter cotransmission (particularly GABA/glutamate interactions), synaptic vesicle dynamics, and circuit-level pathophysiology in conditions ranging from Parkinson's disease to addiction. The lab's long-term mission targets therapeutic interventions through mechanistic understanding of neural circuit dysfunction. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent focus on multitransmitter neurons and basal ganglia microcircuitry since 2011, with increasing emphasis on entopeduncular nucleus function and neurotransmitter co-packaging mechanisms. His work demonstrates methodological evolution from anatomical and transcriptional profiling toward real-time circuit interrogation using optogenetic and electrophysiological approaches. The Wallace Lab operates as a dynamic neuroscience research hub, integrating expertise across molecular, cellular, and systems levels. Current investigations leverage cutting-edge techniques to dissect how specific basal ganglia pathways process motivational signals and motor commands, with particular attention to disease-relevant perturbations. This systems neuroscience approach bridges fundamental circuit mechanisms with translational applications for neurological and psychiatric disorders.

Simon Devittمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Software
• Quantum Information
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Simon Devitt is Research Director of the Centre for Quantum Software and Information (QSI) at the University of Technology Sydney's Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, School of Computer Science. He also holds several prestigious international appointments including InstituteQ Visiting Chair of Excellence in Quantum Technologies at Aalto University, Finland, and visiting positions at RIKEN in Japan. As a leading figure in quantum computing research, he directs the Australian Quantum Software Network and co-founded quantum education startup Eigensystems Pty Ltd. His educational background includes: PhD in Physics from University of Melbourne (2004-2007) BSc (Hons) in Physics from University of Melbourne (2000-2003) Professor Devitt's research spans quantum software, quantum architecture, and quantum error correction, with a focus on making quantum computing practical at scale. His work addresses fundamental challenges in quantum computing architecture when scaled to millions or billions of qubits. He has pioneered approaches to quantum error correction, resource estimation, and quantum network design, particularly through his leadership of the Quantum Technology at Scale (QTS) research group. His research bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementation challenges, aiming to shape the evolution of quantum technology over the coming decades. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on practical quantum computing challenges, with particular emphasis on error correction techniques, resource estimation, and quantum architecture. A significant portion of his work addresses the surface code and its variants, exploring ways to optimize qubit usage and error rates. He has also made important contributions to quantum networking, particularly through the concept of "quantum sneakernet," and to quantum education and standardization efforts that will be critical for the emerging quantum industry. His notable awards and recognitions include: Fellow of the Australian Institute of Physics Fellow of the Royal Society of New South Wales Warren Prize from the Royal Society of NSW InstituteQ Visiting Chair of Excellence in Quantum Technology Professor Devitt actively mentors numerous PhD students, postdocs, and researchers through his Quantum Technology at Scale group. His research is supported by significant funding from diverse sources including Google Academic Research Awards, Sydney Quantum Academy, DARPA, and the Japanese Society for the Promotion of Science. He has led projects on quantum sneakernet networks, quantum algorithm benchmarking frameworks, and quantum software tools that address critical challenges in the field. He leads the Quantum Technology at Scale (QTS) research group at UTS, which focuses on the design and architectural challenges of quantum computing and communications technology at scale. The group includes researchers working on quantum computing architectures, quantum networking (Rottnest Quantum Sneakernet project), and quantum software (Quokka project). The team collaborates extensively with international partners including Aalto University in Finland, University of New South Wales, Keio University in Japan, and industry leaders like Rigetti Computing.

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Vector Borne Diseases
• Malaria Research
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Caroline Buckee is a Professor of Epidemiology at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, where she joined as an Assistant Professor in summer 2010 and was promoted to Professor in 2021. She served as Associate Director of the Center for Communicable Disease Dynamics from 2013-2023. Dr. Buckee co-founded and co-directs Crisis Ready (crisisready.io), a joint platform between Harvard's Data Science Initiative and Direct Relief that supports data-driven responses to public health emergencies. She also co-leads the South Asia Climate and Health Research Cluster supported by Harvard's Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability. Dr. Buckee's research spans infectious disease epidemiology and ecology with a focus on vector-borne diseases including malaria and dengue. Her work examines human mobility and the impact of labor migration on epidemic spread, as well as the intersection of climate risks and human health. Her research group actively supports National Malaria Control Programs in the global south to improve surveillance and analytical approaches. Specific projects include studying the impact of gold-mining on malaria transmission in the Amazon region and investigating how extreme heat affects poor working women in India, with the goal of developing community-led interventions. Dr. Buckee's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on integrating genomic data with epidemiological modeling, particularly for malaria parasites. Her work addresses critical gaps in understanding spatial disease dynamics, the impact of human mobility on outbreaks, and the development of privacy-preserving methods for using mobile phone data in public health. She has made significant contributions to understanding how environmental factors, including climate change and resource extraction, influence disease transmission patterns. Dr. Buckee has received NIH funding including the R35GM124715 grant for "New approaches to measuring and containing the spatial spread of human pathogens" and R21GM100207 for "An alignment free network approach to analyzing highly recombinant malaria parasites." Her research has been widely cited and has influenced public health responses to infectious disease outbreaks globally. Through Crisis Ready, Dr. Buckee's team works at the intersection of data science and public health emergency response, developing tools and approaches to improve real-time decision-making during crises. Her group maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with researchers and public health officials in malaria-endemic regions of South America and South Asia.

George Churchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genomics
• Synthetic Biology
• Genome Engineering
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

George M. Church is a Professor of Genetics at Harvard Medical School and affiliated with MIT, where he directs PersonalGenomes.org, providing open-access genomic, environmental and trait data. His laboratory focuses on transformative technologies for reading and writing 3D/4D biological structures with attention to ethics, safety, and equitable access. Church has co-initiated major scientific initiatives including the BRAIN Initiative (2011) and multiple Genome Projects (GP-Read-1984, GP-Write-2016, PGP-2005). Church's research spans multiple cutting-edge domains including genome engineering, synthetic biology, aging reversal, and space genetics. His lab pioneered foundational methods for direct genome sequencing, molecular multiplexing and barcoding in 1984, leading to the first genome sequence in 1994. His innovations contributed to nearly all next-generation DNA sequencing methods and companies. Current research directions include machine learning for protein engineering, tissue reprogramming, organoids, gene therapy, and in situ 3D DNA/RNA/protein imaging. His work bridges fundamental biology with therapeutic applications across diverse fields from Alzheimer's disease to de-extinction biology. Church's recent publications reveal a remarkable breadth of scientific inquiry, spanning from fundamental genome editing techniques to applications in aging research, neuroscience, and space biology. His work increasingly integrates artificial intelligence with biological systems, as seen in papers on machine-guided cell-fate engineering and automation of systematic reviews with large language models. His research maintains a strong translational focus, with numerous papers addressing therapeutic applications in cancer immunotherapy, gene therapy, and diagnostics. The consistent theme across his diverse publications is the development and application of transformative technologies to address fundamental biological questions and medical challenges. National Academy of Sciences (NAS) membership National Academy of Engineering (NAE) membership Franklin Bower Laureate for Achievement in Science Co-initiator of the BRAIN Initiative (2011) Director of multiple NIH Centers for Excellence in Genomic Science (2004-2020) Church directs numerous research centers including the NIH-CEGS, Personal Genome Project (PGP), Lipper Center for Computational Genetics, and Wyss Institute Synthetic Biology center. His laboratory has trained PhD students across multiple Harvard and MIT programs including Biophysics, BBS, Biomedical Informatics, ChemBio, Chemistry, SSQB, MCO, Virology, HST, EE/CS, Physics and Applied Math. His commercial impact is extensive through companies spanning medical diagnostics (Knome/PierianDx, Alacris, Nebula, Veritas) and synthetic biology/therapeutics (AbVitro/Juno, Gen9/enEvolv/Zymergen/Warpdrive/Gingko, Editas, Egenesis). Church also pioneered new privacy, biosafety, ELSI, environmental and biosecurity policies. The Church Lab operates across multiple research domains including molecular multiplexing, next-generation sequencing, nanopore technology, and genome engineering. The lab maintains strong connections with the Personal Genome Project, Wyss Institute, and multiple commercial ventures. Current research directions include the Spatial Atlas of Human Anatomy (SAHA), human skin rejuvenation via mRNA, and space genetics research through the Consortium for Space Genetics and BioAstra. The lab's mission focuses on transformative technologies for reading and writing 3D/4D structures at any scale, inspired by but not limited by biology.

Jochen Hoffmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Civil Law
• Consumer Protection Law
• Commercial and Corporate Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jochen Hoffmann is a Professor of Private Commercial Law at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg , with a research focus on civil law, consumer protection law, commercial and corporate law, banking and insurance law, antitrust law, and European/international commercial law. He has held academic positions at the University of Leipzig and the University of Hamburg before joining FAU in 2009. Studied Law and Economics at University of Bayreuth Doctorate in Law (1998) from University of Bayreuth Habilitation in Law (2005) with Bavarian Habilitation Award His research examines legal frameworks in digital markets, consumer finance, and cross-border trade, with recent publications addressing antitrust regulation, AI applications, and EU directives. He contributes to interdisciplinary projects like FAU WiSo’s Insurance and Risk focus area and collaborates with industry partners. Hoffmann has received significant recognition, including the Bavarian Habilitation Award (2001), and maintains active affiliations with FAU’s Department of Private Commercial Law. Notable awards: Bavarian Habilitation Award (2001) Teaching and Leadership: Held Chair of Private Commercial Law at FAU since 2009 Contributor to FAU WiSo’s interdisciplinary research clusters

Arnoldo Frigessiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistics
• Biostatistics
• Machine Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Arnoldo Frigessi is Professor of Statistics at the University of Oslo, where he leads the Oslo Center for Biostatistics and Epidemiology and serves as director of BigInsight—a Centre of Excellence for Research-Based Innovation. This consortium unites industry, business, public actors, and academia to develop model-based machine learning methodologies for big data, with strong emphasis on health applications. His research centers on statistical methodology driven by real-world scientific challenges, specializing in stochastic models for complex dependence structures and computationally intensive inference algorithms. Core application domains include: Genomics and personalized cancer therapy (particularly breast and lung cancer) Infectious disease modeling (including pandemic response) eHealth, sensor data analysis, and recommender systems Personalized marketing and viral diffusion dynamics Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals dominant themes in cancer systems biology , where he integrates multi-omics, single-cell transcriptomics, and computational modeling to decode tumor evolution under therapy. Parallel work advances infectious disease epidemiology through time-varying reproduction number estimation and mobility-based transmission modeling, while methodological innovations span synthetic data generation (TVineSynth), causal inference via target trial emulation, and Bayesian ranking models for recommender systems. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in source materials Frigessi actively supervises graduate students, including a Department of Informatics project on "Utilizing covariate information in recommender systems." His leadership of BigInsight—funded as a Research-Based Innovation Centre by the Research Council of Norway—secures major grants supporting interdisciplinary collaborations with industrial partners (e.g., Telenor, DNB) and public health institutions. Current projects integrate real-world clinical data with mechanistic models for treatment optimization. He directs BigInsight's multidisciplinary team of statisticians, computer scientists, and domain experts, while leading the Oslo Center for Biostatistics and Epidemiology's efforts in developing statistical frameworks for complex health data. These initiatives drive Norway's national strategy for data-driven health innovation.

Nick Cheneyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nick Cheney is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Vermont, leading the UVM Neurobotics Lab. He also serves as Graduate Program Director and is affiliated with the Vermont Complex Systems Center, an interdisciplinary hub for data-rich complex systems research. PhD in Computational Biology and Biological Statistics from Cornell University Advised by Hod Lipson and Steve Strogatz His research focuses on bio-inspired machine learning algorithms, particularly in evolutionary computation, deep learning, and reinforcement learning. Key applications span robotics, healthcare diagnostics, and environmental science. The lab's interdisciplinary work has been recognized with prestigious awards including the NSF CAREER Award and SIGEVO Impact Award . Recent publications highlight advancements in morphological computation, continual learning, and cross-domain applications of machine learning. His team develops algorithms for soft robots, medical diagnostics using wearable sensors, and sustainable agriculture systems, often publishing in venues like the Nature Scientific Reports , GECCO , and Soft Robotics . Scientific Awards : NSF CAREER Award SIGEVO Impact Award The lab actively mentors graduate students in Complex Systems and Data Science, with alumni securing positions at institutions like Harvard, UC Berkeley, and Medidata. Collaborative grants with biomedical and environmental researchers demonstrate the lab's commitment to societal impact through machine learning applications.

Jian Pengمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Biology
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jian Peng is an Associate Professor and Willett Faculty Fellow at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with primary appointment in the Department of Computer Science and courtesy appointments in the College of Medicine. He holds affiliate positions at the Institute of Genomic Biology, Cancer Center at Illinois, and National Center for Supercomputing Applications. His research integrates computational biology and machine learning, focusing on functional genomics, cancer genomics, neurodegenerative diseases, deep learning architectures, and reinforcement learning applications in biological domains. His work bridges algorithmic development with real-world biomedical challenges. Analysis of recent publications (2020-2021) reveals strong emphasis on machine learning applications in drug design, protein engineering, and computational biology. Key technical themes include generative modeling for molecular structures, reinforcement learning advancements, causal inference frameworks, and novel computer vision approaches. The work demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary innovation across computational and biological domains. Major Scientific Awards: Donald Biggar Willett Faculty Fellow (2020) Overton Prize - ISCB (2020) Dean's Award for Excellence in Research (2020) C.W. Gear Junior Faculty Award (2019) NSF CAREER Award (2017-2022) Sloan Research Fellowship (2016) He leads significant research initiatives including co-directing the NSF AI Institute's Molecular Maker Lab and an ASAP collaborative grant for Parkinson's disease research. His students have secured faculty positions at leading institutions including Georgia Tech and University of Washington.

Elizabeth Brainerdمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanics
• Evolutionary Morphology
• Vertebrate Anatomy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth Brainerd is the Robert P. Brown Professor of Biology and Professor of Medical Science in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Brown University. She has been a leading figure in vertebrate biomechanics and evolutionary morphology since joining Brown in 2005, where she directs the Keck XROMM Core Facility. Previously, she served as Assistant Professor (1994-1999) and Associate Professor (2000-2005) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her research focuses on biomechanics and evolutionary morphology, combining anatomical studies with engineering principles to understand animal movement. Brainerd is a pioneer of X-ray Reconstruction of Moving Morphology (XROMM) technology, which enables 3D visualization of skeletal movement in living animals. Her work spans diverse vertebrate groups including fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals, with applications to feeding, breathing, and locomotion mechanics. Brainerd's research has been consistently supported by major NSF grants, including the development of microXROMM for high-resolution imaging of small animals. Her publications reveal a trajectory from foundational work on breathing mechanics to innovative applications of XROMM technology across multiple vertebrate systems, particularly in suction feeding mechanics and skeletal kinematics. Her scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (2004) Distinguished Research Achievement Award from Brown University (2019) Fellow of the American Association for Anatomy (2020) Joseph S. Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award in Ichthyology (2021) Bidder Prize Lecture from the Society for Experimental Biology (2023) Brainerd has mentored 7 doctoral students and 5 MS students to completion, plus over 50 undergraduate researchers. She has served as President of both the International Society of Vertebrate Morphology (2016-2019) and the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology (2019-2021). Her teaching includes undergraduate courses in Comparative Anatomy, Comparative Physiology, and Human Physiology, graduate courses in Muscle Architecture and Biomechanics, and medical education in Human Anatomy.

Caroline Heberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• European and International Tax Law
• Comparative VAT Law
• European Law
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Caroline Heber is a Full Professor at the Institute for Financial Law, Law Faculty, University of Vienna, a position held since February 2023. She concurrently serves as Head of the Center for European Fiscal Law and Policy (since July 2023), Visiting Professor at IE University Madrid (since October 2023), and Research Affiliate at the Max Planck Institute for Tax Law and Public Finance in Munich. Her research explores: European/international tax law frameworks Comparative VAT legislation and compliance Cross-border taxation barriers EU legal integration and fiscal policy Recent publications focus on European tax harmonization, VAT implementation challenges, and financial inclusion mechanisms, demonstrating consistent engagement with EU fiscal policy evolution. She leads a research team including doctoral candidates and assistants working on topics like VAT law, EU tax reforms, and cross-border taxation. Current team members: Harjivan Bhullar, Julia Huber, Chiara Schartmüller, Timur Türker, and Luka Rosenauer.

Pasi Sihvonenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Systematics
• Biodiversity
• Taxonomy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pasi Sihvonen serves as Docent in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Helsinki, where he also holds the position of Director of the Zoology Unit at the Finnish Museum of Natural History. He supervises doctoral students in the Wildlife Biology Doctoral Programme and has directed numerous international research projects focused on geometrid moth systematics. His work combines molecular and morphological approaches to study one of the most diverse insect groups globally. Dr. Sihvonen's research focuses on the systematics and biodiversity of geometrid moths (Geometridae), a megadiverse insect radiation comprising approximately 24,000 species worldwide. His work emphasizes large-scale international collaborations that integrate molecular data with morphological analysis to understand evolutionary patterns. He is particularly known for his contributions to the landmark monograph series "Geometrid Moths of Europe" and advocates for digitization of natural history collections to provide open access to biodiversity data. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on geometrid moth taxonomy, phylogenetics, and biogeography, with increasing incorporation of advanced technologies like micro-CT scanning for integrative taxonomy. His research spans diverse geographical regions including Europe, Africa, and South America, revealing patterns of diversification and adaptation across this globally distributed moth family. Dr. Sihvonen has received several prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to lepidopterology and taxonomy: Publication of the Year from the Lepidopterists' Society of Africa (2014) Lepidopterist of the Year in Finland from the Lepidopterological Society of Finland (2004, 2015) Risto Tuomikoski Prize for Taxonomist of the Year in Finland (2007) As a supervisor in the Doctoral Programme in Wildlife Biology, Dr. Sihvonen guides the next generation of taxonomists and evolutionary biologists. His grant portfolio includes significant international projects such as SYNTHESYS+ (2019-2023), BioMonitor4CAP (2022-2026), and BGE Europe (2024-2025), demonstrating his leadership in biodiversity research and monitoring initiatives across Europe. Dr. Sihvonen leads research teams at the Finnish Museum of Natural History's Zoology Unit, which maintains extensive insect collections that serve as critical resources for biodiversity research. His current projects focus on advanced biodiversity monitoring, pollinator conservation, and developing genomic resources for Finnish arthropods, positioning his work at the intersection of traditional taxonomy and modern conservation science.

• Biomimetics
• Bio-inspired Design
• Animal Flight
• +۶ مورد دیگر

David Lentink is a Full Professor of Biomimetics at the University of Groningen , leading the Biomimetics Group within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. His research bridges biomechanics, aerospace engineering, and robotics, focusing on avian flight mechanics and bio-inspired aerial robotics . Previously at Stanford University, he pioneered the development of the Aerodynamic Force Platform and low-turbulence wind tunnels for animal flight studies. Education : PhD in Aerospace Engineering (Stanford), MSc in Mechanical Engineering (Delft), BSc in Mechanical Engineering (Delft). Research Interests : Understanding bird flight biomechanics to design advanced drones, studying evolutionary adaptations in flight, and developing biohybrid robots with real feathers. Scientific Awards : Dutch Academic Year Prize for the Flight Artists (2013). World Economic Forum Young Scientist under 40 (2013). Alumnus of the Young Academy of The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences. Labs : The Lentink Lab at Groningen’s Linnaeusborg campus integrates bird aviaries, wind tunnels, and maker spaces for bio-inspired robotics development. His team collaborates globally with institutions like Stanford, TU/e, and Sorama.