جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Katharine McGowanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Innovation
• Historical Studies
• Climate Change Ethics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katharine McGowan is an Associate Professor in Social Innovation at the Bissett School of Business, Mount Royal University. She holds a PhD in Philosophy (University of Waterloo 2012), MA from Wilfrid Laurier University, and a BA from University of Waterloo. Her work bridges historical analysis and contemporary social innovation, focusing on systems thinking, Indigenous knowledge systems, and climate ethics. Education: PhD Philosophy, University of Waterloo (2012) MA, Wilfrid Laurier University BA, University of Waterloo Research Interests: Katharine’s research explores social innovation through historical case studies, climate change ethics, and Indigenous resilience. She emphasizes decolonizing methodologies and systems thinking in education and policy. Key areas include: Indigenous health equity and Elders’ knowledge Just transitions in post-carbon societies Decolonization in higher education Complexity theory in social systems Her work often intersects with community-based projects like Social Prosperity Wood Buffalo and Map the System, fostering student-driven systems analysis. Grants & Service: Lead on $600,000 Suncor Energy Foundation grant (Apaat tsi kani takiiks, 2017-2020) Member of Academic Indigenization Advisory Committee (University-wide, 2016-ongoing) Co-Editor for The Evolution of Social Innovation (Edward Elgar, 2017) Teaching Innovation: She pioneered a unique history/social innovation course blending business education with historical resilience studies (e.g., Black Death, Industrialization). Active in Map the System, a platform enabling students to address complex societal challenges through systems thinking. Labs/Initiatives: Engaged with Map the System, a global competition fostering systems thinking among students to tackle ‘wicked problems’ through non-linear, collaborative approaches.

• Network Security
• Cybersecurity
• Cloud Computing Security
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martine Bellaïche is a Full Professor in the Department of Computer Engineering and Software Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. With a B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. from Montreal, she has established herself as a leading researcher in network security and cybersecurity. She is affiliated with the Mobile Computing and Networking Research Laboratory (LARIM), where she contributes to cutting-edge research in communications systems, networks, and algorithms. Dr. Bellaïche's research spans multiple critical areas of modern cybersecurity, with particular focus on network security, prevention and detection of attacks, performance evaluation of defense systems, and defense against Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. Her work extends to specialized domains including sensor network security, vehicular network security, cloud computing security, and Internet of Things security. Her research approach often combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, addressing real-world security challenges across various technological domains. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trend toward AI-driven security solutions, particularly using deep learning and federated learning approaches for intrusion detection in IoT environments. Her work increasingly addresses emerging security challenges in blockchain technology, metaverse applications, and industrial IoT systems, demonstrating adaptability to evolving technological landscapes while maintaining focus on fundamental security principles. Supervised 5 PhD students to completion, including Alfalqi (2022), Alghamdi (2022), Abusitta (2018), Halabi (2018), and Benbrahim (2016) Mentored 6 Master's students, with research spanning DDoS detection, VANET security, and graph coloring algorithms Active participant in multiple research grants, including Discovery Grants from Polytechnique Montréal Dr. Bellaïche teaches several foundational computer science courses including procedural programming, object-oriented programming, microcomputer architecture, and data structures and algorithms, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical security applications in her teaching.

Lael Parrottمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ecosystem Services
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Complex Systems Modelling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lael Parrott is a Professor in Sustainability and Dean pro tem of the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus. She leads research in complex human-environment systems, focusing on landscape management, ecological resilience, and sustainable land-use planning. Her work integrates multi-disciplinary approaches to address 'wicked' environmental problems, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration and policy-relevant outcomes. Dr. Parrott holds a PhD in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering from McGill University (2000). Her academic experience includes roles as Director of the BRAES Institute (2013–2023), Associate Dean positions, and prior faculty roles at Université de Montréal. She has secured over $24M in research funding and published 150+ peer-reviewed works. Her research spans ecosystem services valuation, wildlife corridor design (e.g., Okanagan Valley), and innovative solutions for marine mammal conservation (e.g., St. Lawrence Estuary whale management). She is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (2019) and has been recognized as a 'Mover and Shaker' in Quebec (2009). Teaching includes courses on complex adaptive systems, environmental sustainability, and dynamic modelling. Current projects focus on Indigenous climate resilience, functional connectivity of ecosystems, and cumulative effects assessments. She advises on conservation initiatives through roles with the Alpine Club of Canada and the Okanagan Basin Water Board. Dr. Parrott’s lab, the Complex Environmental Systems Lab, emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and real-world impact. Key outputs include the State of the Mountains Report and decision-support systems for sustainable land-use planning.

Josias Láng-Ritterمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Flood Risk Management
• Water Resources Management
• Environmental Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Josias Láng-Ritter is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Aalto University's Department of Built Environment and Water and Environmental Engineering. He holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering and focuses on hydrometeorological extremes, water resources management, and socio-economic interactions in a changing climate. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing flood risk, rural population dynamics, and sustainable food systems. Research Interests: His primary areas include flood early warning systems, global streamflow alterations, and community-centric disaster risk reduction. He explores interdisciplinary solutions for climate adaptation and resource management, emphasizing the intersection of technology and socio-economic resilience. Publications: Recent work highlights include studies on rural population underrepresentation in global datasets, flood impact forecasting systems, and sustainable food pathways. His research often integrates mixed methods and geospatial tools to enhance disaster preparedness and policy-making. Awards: He received the Allianz Climate Risk Research Award (2018) for innovative climate risk analysis. He collaborates internationally, contributing to projects in Nepal and Europe. Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams at Aalto University, focusing on environmental engineering and disaster resilience. His work leverages open-source tools like ReAFFINE for real-time flood impact modeling.

• Religious Studies
• Political Science
• Criminology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Greg Barton is a prominent academic at Deakin University, holding the Chair in Global Islamic Politics within the Faculty of Arts and Education and the Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation. With expertise in Religious Studies, Political Science, and Criminology, his research focuses on countering violent extremism, religious populism, and the intersection of technology with Islamic education. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, Monash University Bachelor of Arts, Monash University Research Interests: Professor Barton's work spans multiple domains including Violent Extremism , Religious Populism , Counter-terrorism Policy , Gender Dynamics in CVE , Southeast Asian Security , and Technology in Islamic Education . He explores how digital media influences radicalization, the role of civil society in countering extremism, and the sociopolitical implications of religious diversity. Grants and Contracts: His career is funded by numerous grants from the Australian Research Council, Department of Home Affairs, and international bodies like Plan International. Key projects include SEAN-CSO initiatives, Religious Populism and Emotions , and Development Interventions to Violent Extremism . Supervision: He actively supervises doctoral students in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, focusing on topics like gender in radicalization, Australian CVE policy, and community-based extremism prevention. Key Publications: Recent work includes analyses of Salafi jihadi terrorism, LGBTQIA+ youth perspectives in Indonesia, and systematic reviews of CVE programming. His research is frequently cited in policy documents and academic discourse.

Giorgia Giardinaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Remote Sensing
• Computational Modelling
• Climate Change Resilience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Giorgia Giardina is an Associate Professor in Geo-monitoring and Data Analytics at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft). She holds affiliations with the Department of Geoscience and Engineering, specializing in Geo-engineering. Her research focuses on enhancing urban resilience through the integration of remote sensing, computational modeling, and experimental testing to evaluate structural vulnerability to urbanization, earthquakes, and climate change. She previously held roles at the University of Bath (Lecturer), NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (Visiting Professor), and the University of Cambridge (Research Fellow). She is a member of key committees like EEFIT and ISCARSAH. Her work emphasizes heritage protection, seismic retrofitting, and infrastructure resilience. Education & Roles: PhD in Civil Engineering and Geosciences (TU Delft) Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship (University of Cambridge) Research Interests: Giorgia’s expertise spans remote sensing technologies (e.g., InSAR, LiDAR), structural health monitoring, climate change resilience, and disaster risk assessment. She investigates how urban infrastructure and historic buildings respond to subsidence, earthquakes, and underground excavations. Articles & Trends: Recent work emphasizes satellite-based damage assessment (e.g., post-earthquake Turkey 2023, Haiti 2021), InSAR for infrastructure monitoring, and machine learning for crack pattern analysis. Her research highlights the synergy between geospatial data and computational models to improve urban safety. Awards: Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship Grants & Labs: Her group offers fellowships via the Schlumberger Foundation and Mosaic PhD scholarships. Collaborations include the 4TU Centre for Resilience Engineering and the Centre for Global Heritage and Development.

Stephanie Nawynمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Migration Studies
• Refugee Studies
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stephanie Nawyn is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Sociology at Michigan State University's College of Social Science. Her research examines migration, refugee studies, and gender, with current projects focusing on COVID-19 impacts on humanitarian interventions and climate migration. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Southern California (2006) Research Focus: Dr. Nawyn leads international teams studying refugee assistance adaptations during COVID-19 in Turkey, Lebanon, and Jordan. Her second research stream examines climate migration dynamics, including conflict mediation in receiving communities. Methodologically, she employs comparative fieldwork and mixed methods to analyze migration systems. Awards: Fulbright Fellow at Istanbul University (2013-14) Principal Investigator for NSF ADVANCE project on STEM equity Publication Trends: Recent works address layered crises in humanitarian contexts, gender dimensions of migration, and the sociopolitical framing of refugee crises, reflecting engagement with contemporary forced displacement challenges.

Francesco Musumeciمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine-Learning-assisted networking
• Converged Space-Ground network infrastructure
• Energy-efficient communication networks
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Francesco Musumeci is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electronics, Information and Bioengineering (DEIB) at Politecnico di Milano, Italy. He holds a PhD from the same institution (2013) and is a member of the BONSAI Lab. His research focuses on advanced telecommunication networks, including machine-learning-assisted systems, energy-efficient designs, and network resilience against disasters. He has co-authored over 130 peer-reviewed publications and received three Best Paper Awards at IEEE conferences. Education: PhD in Electronics, Information, and Bioengineering (Politecnico di Milano, 2013) Research Interests: Optical networking architectures and optimization Machine learning applications in network management Converged space-ground communication systems Cybersecurity in programmable networks (P4) Energy-efficient and disaster-resilient networks Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes optical network innovation (e.g., hollow-core fibers), failure management via AI, and cost-effective design strategies. His articles span topics like federated learning for failure detection, filterless optical networks, and quantum communication integration. Awards: Three Best Paper Awards at IEEE-sponsored conferences Advising & Grants: Served as Associate/Guest Editor and Technical Programme Committee member for IEEE/OSA/Springer journals. Active in reviewing and conference organization. Advises on optical network automation, disaster resilience, and AI-driven network solutions. Labs & Teams: Leads research within the BONSAI Lab, focusing on cutting-edge networking technologies and collaborative projects with industry partners.

Sarah L Danceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data Assimilation
• Environmental Science
• Numerical Weather Prediction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Sarah L Dance is a Professor of Data Assimilation and EPSRC Senior Fellow in Digital Technology for Living With Environmental Change at the University of Reading's Department of Mathematics and Statistics, part of the School of Mathematical, Physical and Computational Sciences. She leads the Data Assimilation Research Centre (DARC) and focuses on advancing data assimilation techniques in weather forecasting, hydrology, and environmental monitoring. Her work integrates cutting-edge computational methods with real-world applications, particularly in improving flood prediction and soil moisture estimation through innovative modeling approaches. Her research interests span data assimilation algorithms, remote sensing applications, and numerical modeling of environmental systems. Recent work emphasizes the use of satellite data, radar observations, and deep learning for environmental monitoring and disaster management. She collaborates extensively with international institutions on projects like Hydro-JULES and the Transatlantic Data Science Academy, advancing both theoretical and applied aspects of environmental data science. Professor Dance has contributed to operational systems such as the Met Office's data assimilation frameworks and has pioneered methods to handle observation uncertainty in high-resolution models. Her projects often bridge academia and industry, addressing challenges in flood forecasting, climate modeling, and sensor data integration.

Elizabeth Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Urban Planning
• Housing Markets
• Car Parking Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elizabeth Taylor is a Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning & Design at Monash University's Department of Architecture (Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture). Her research focuses on urban planning conflicts, housing markets, car parking policy, and spatial analysis using GIS/remote sensing. Key areas include the historical legacies of zoning regulations, industrial land use, and urban sustainability. Taylor has authored the book Dry Zones: Planning and the Hangovers of Liquor Licensing History (2018) and contributed to projects like 'Australia’s New Cities' and 'Metropolitan Vegetation Monitoring'. She holds the 2012 Brian McLaughlin Award and a 2017 DAAD scholarship, and co-hosts the This Must Be the Place podcast. Her work bridges academic research with policy咨询 for local governments on parking and urban renewal. Education Background: Previously held postdoctoral fellowships at RMIT University (Centre for Urban Research) and the University of Melbourne (McKenzie Fellowship). Prior experience includes government research and consultancy roles. Research Interests: Combines historical analysis with contemporary urban challenges, particularly car parking’s role in urban space conflicts, industrial zoning evolution, and equitable urban expansion. Current projects address new city development, public housing renewal evaluations, and sustainable transport options in growth areas. Awards & Engagement: Recognized for contributions to urban studies; actively involved in policy consultations and public discourse through media commentary and podcasting.

X. Ben Wuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Landscape Ecology
• Ecology Education
• Savanna Ecosystems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

X. Ben Wu is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Conservation Biology at Texas A&M University, concurrently serving as a Presidential Professor for Teaching Excellence. His research focuses on spatial ecology, pyric herbivory dynamics in savanna landscapes, and educational innovations in ecology pedagogy. Current projects include landscape biogeochemistry studies, terracette landscapes analysis, and integrating authentic scientific inquiry into undergraduate education. Education: B.S. Botany, Lanzhou University, China Ph.D. Ecology, University of Tennessee M.S. Management Science, University of Tennessee M.S. Ecology, University of Tennessee Teaching responsibilities include large-enrollment introductory ecology courses and graduate-level landscape analysis. Research emphasizes spatial patterns of vegetation change, fire-herbivore interactions, and habitat fragmentation. Recent work explores impacts of sea-level rise on coastal ecosystems and wildfire effects on rangeland biodiversity. Grants & Collaboration: Active in multi-institutional projects on habitat restoration, fire ecology, and educational technology. Collaborates with institutions like the USDA Agricultural Research Service and the Everglades Wetland Research Park. Labs/Teams: Leads a lab group conducting field and remote-sensing studies on savanna ecosystems and educational program development for science pedagogy.

Nerkez Opacinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Nature-based solutions
• Post-conflict societies
• Humanitarian disasters and peacebuilding
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nerkez Opacin is a Research Fellow at RMIT University's School of Global, Urban and Social Studies (GUSS) in Melbourne, Australia. He holds concurrent roles as a Teaching Associate at RMIT and the University of Melbourne. Previously, he served as a Lecturer at the International University of Sarajevo and a Study Course Coordinator at Long Island University. His academic journey includes roles as a Research Assistant at the University of Melbourne and a non-academic stint as a program evaluator and consultant at Westport Consulting in Sarajevo. Opacin's research focuses on community-engaged methodologies addressing post-conflict societies, nature-based solutions for well-being, and peacebuilding. He employs mixed-methods approaches including participatory action research, photo-elicitation, and multi-sited ethnography. His work emphasizes actionable insights for policy and program design, particularly in areas like reconciliation processes, historical legacy management, and civic transformation. Key interests include nature-based social prescribing, post-disaster recovery, and interventions for at-risk communities. Teaching spans three continents across disciplines such as Community-Based Research, Peacebuilding, Global Environmental Politics, and Conflict Analysis. He supervises research projects including studies on Roma refugees in Poland and nature-dose impacts. His work aligns with UN SDGs 3 (Health), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), 15 (Life on Land), and 16 (Peace and Justice). Recent publications explore peacebuilding education, nature-based loneliness interventions, and intergroup reconciliation. He collaborates globally on initiatives like the EU-funded RECETAS project. Opacin is open to supervising Master's and PhD students, collaborative projects, and advisory roles.

• Environmental Justice
• Social Vulnerability
• Health Disparities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aaron Flores is an Assistant Professor at Arizona State University's School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. His research examines environmental justice, social vulnerability, and health disparities related to hazards including floods and extreme heat. He directs community-engaged projects like the St. Mary's Food Bank partnership developing GIS dashboards for food insecurity interventions. Research focuses on distributional environmental justice, using quantitative spatial analysis to identify disproportionate hazard exposures in marginalized communities. Key investigations include federally-overlooked flood risks, health impacts of disasters, and neighborhood-level heat inequities. Publications demonstrate methodological innovations in dasymetric mapping, machine learning applications for heat exposure analysis, and longitudinal health impact studies. His work informs policy through flood justice initiatives and community resilience planning. Notable projects include NSF-funded flood risk studies and the Data Devils program training students in community-engaged analytics. No awards are reported in available records.

• Sustainability
• Climate Resilience
• Geospatial Technologies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Patricia Solís, PhD, is the Executive Director of the Knowledge Exchange for Resilience at Arizona State University (ASU), leading efforts to align community needs with research innovations. She holds the rank of Research Professor of Geography in the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning. Her work focuses on sustainability, resilience, and geospatial technologies, particularly through initiatives like YouthMappers, a global consortium of student-led mapping chapters. She previously served as Co-Director at the Center for Geospatial Technology at Texas Tech University and Deputy Director at the American Association of Geographers. Education: PhD in Geography (University of Iowa, 2002), MA in Geography (Kansas State University, 1996), BS in Physics and BA in German (Kansas State University, 1994). She also studied at ETH Zurich (1992–1993). Research interests include geospatial technologies for humanitarian and development goals, community-engaged scholarship, and youth empowerment. Her work has been recognized with awards such as the 2024 AAG Media Achievement Award and the 2023 ASU President’s Global Engagement Award. Key roles include President of the PanAmerican Institute of Geography and History (OAS), Fulbright Specialist, and editorial board member of Professional Geographer . She has authored over 75 publications, including the 2023 Springer book Open Mapping for the Sustainable Development Goals .

• Geomorphology
• Karst Systems
• Hydrogeology
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Carles Roque Pau is an Associate Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Girona, Spain, where he specializes in geomorphology and environmental geology. His research focuses on karst systems, sinkholes, groundwater dynamics, and geophysical methods for hazard assessment. He is a key member of the Research Group on Environmental Geology and Cartography. Institution: University of Girona Department: Department of Environmental Sciences Research Group: Research Group on Environmental Geology and Cartography Email: carles.roque@udg.edu His educational background, though not explicitly detailed, is inferred from his long-standing research and publication record in geomorphology and Quaternary geology. He has contributed extensively to geological mapping in Catalonia and has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects involving archaeology and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Roque’s research interests span geomorphology, hydrogeology, karst systems, and geological hazards. He employs geophysical techniques such as Electrical Resistivity Tomography (ERT), Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), and trenching to study sinkhole formation, tufa mounds, and evaporite dissolution. His work integrates field observations with stratigraphic and paleoclimatic analysis, particularly in the Pyrenees and Ebro Basin. He also investigates the impact of climate change on geomorphological processes, including drought effects on sinkhole development and natural acid rock drainage. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in applying integrated geophysical and stratigraphic methods to understand subsurface processes in karst and evaporite terrains. The research spans from pure geomorphology to applied environmental geology, with increasing emphasis on hazard assessment, urban risk, and climate change impacts. Topics include hypogenic karst, salt diapirism, radon in groundwater, and prehistoric flint exploitation, demonstrating both depth and breadth in geological inquiry. While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his sustained publication record in high-impact journals and leadership in multiple research projects indicate significant recognition within the academic community. Roque has supervised or co-supervised several research projects, particularly in the areas of Neanderthal resource use and sinkhole characterization. He has collaborated extensively with researchers such as Francisco Gutiérrez and Anna Menció on hydrogeological and geomorphological projects. His involvement in EU and national grants highlights his role in advancing environmental research in Spain. He is actively involved in geological mapping through the Institut Cartogràfic i Geològic de Catalunya, contributing to official 1:25,000 scale maps. He also participates in interdisciplinary teams focused on prehistoric archaeology, particularly in the study of Neanderthal behavior and lithic resource exploitation in northeastern Iberia.