جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Supply Chain Quality Management
• Lean Six Sigma Applications
• Statistical Process Control
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Russ Noorossana is an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO), specializing in Information Systems and Operations Management. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and has extensive experience in analytical problem-solving, data analysis, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies across diverse industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and petrochemicals. He has received notable awards including the Excellence in Teaching Award (2017-19) and Best Researcher Award (2011-14) from Iran University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on Supply Chain Quality Management, applications of Lean Six Sigma, and advanced quality improvement techniques. He has published extensively in journals like Quality and Reliability Engineering International and Journal of Quality Technology , with recent work emphasizing statistical process monitoring, multivariate analysis, and healthcare quality outcomes. His work integrates methods like wavelet transforms, fuzzy logic, and risk-adjusted models to address complex industrial and healthcare challenges. Prof. Noorossana serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Quality Technology and Quantitative Management and has held leadership roles in international conferences such as the 18th International Industrial Engineering Conference. His professional certifications include Six Sigma Black Belt and Quality Engineer from the American Society for Quality.

• Connected Autonomous Vehicles
• Risk Assessment
• CAV Verification
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Qian Lu is Assistant Professor in Connected and Autonomous Vehicles at Coventry University's Centre for Future Transport and Cities. With industrial experience at Jaguar Land Rover (2016-2020) leading ADAS projects, he specializes in CAV risk assessment, verification and validation, and control systems. Holds a PhD in Control Engineering from University of Manchester (2012), MSc in Control System Engineering, and BEng in Electrical Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology. Research spans CAV safety assurance, energy management for EVs, and wind turbine control. Industrial innovations include automated parking systems earning 2019 TATA Innovista award and patented technologies receiving JLR Technical Excellence recognition. Serves as reviewer for IEEE Transactions and Proceedings of IEEE. Current projects focus on synthetic data for AV training and cybersecurity.

Mary K. Olsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Economics
• Pharmaceutical Regulation
• FDA Policy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Mary K. Olson is an Associate Professor of Economics and Director of the Health Policy Program in Tulane University's Murphy Institute, within the School of Liberal Arts. She holds a BA from Northwestern University and a PhD in Political Economics from Stanford University. Her research focuses on pharmaceutical regulation, FDA policies, healthcare innovation, and the economic impacts of drug safety frameworks. Dr. Olson has held prior roles at Yale University and Washington University. She has received grants from the National Science Foundation, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, and the Smith Richardson Foundation. Her current research examines pediatric drug labeling's impact on prescribing practices, electronic medical records' influence on hospital performance, and cost-sharing effects in drug insurance. She served on the Institute of Medicine Committee assessing U.S. drug safety systems and was awarded the 2008 Mortar Board Teaching Excellence Award. Education: PhD in Political Economics, Stanford University BA, Northwestern University Publications span FDA regulatory effectiveness, drug approval processes, and policy impacts on pharmaceutical innovation. Recent work analyzes how new clinical data in drug labels influences pediatric prescribing behavior and evaluates the unintended consequences of accelerated FDA drug reviews. Awards: 2008 Mortar Board Award for Excellence in Tenured Teaching Grants have supported studies on FDA advisory committees, user fees' role in regulatory efficiency, and electronic health record adoption. Her work bridges economics, law, and medicine to address critical healthcare policy challenges.

Sarah Kovoorمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Crisis Management
• Organizational Change
• Leadership in Crises
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Kovoor is a Professor of Management at the CU Denver Business School. She holds leadership roles including past President of the Western Academy of Management (2018-19) and membership on the international advisory board of the Eastern Academy of Management. She has organized and chaired tracks at global conferences in India, Spain, Peru, Australia, and Croatia. Her research focuses on crisis management, organizational resilience, and change leadership. Dr. Kovoor earned her PhD from the University of Southern California. Her work bridges academia and practice, with a single-authored book Crisis Management: Resilience and Change (2020) and over 20 peer-reviewed articles. She has advised organizations on crisis preparedness and was featured in Harvard Business Review and Financial Times’ Ignites. Her publications analyze crises through lenses of leadership accountability, employee trust, and organizational identity. Notable contributions include frameworks for crisis identification and adaptive strategies during pandemics. Awards include the Emerald Literati Award for her 2011 paper on post-acquisition change. As a former MBA program director and Management discipline lead, she emphasizes transformative pedagogy and fostering resilience in education. Her work integrates empirical research with actionable insights for leaders navigating crises.

• International Economics
• Health Economics
• Economic Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nuno Crespo is an Associate Professor (with Habilitation) in the Department of Economics at ISCTE-Instituto Universitário de Lisboa. He has held leadership roles such as Deputy Director, former Vice-Rector, and Director of the Department of Economics. His academic background includes a PhD in Economics (2007) and a Master’s in International Economics (2001), both from the University of Lisbon. His research focuses on International Economics, Health Economics, and Economic Development, with significant contributions to trade globalization, scientific performance measurement, and health policy analysis. **Education:** PhD in Economics, University of Lisbon (2007) Master’s in International Economics, University of Lisbon (2001) Bachelor’s in Economics, University of Lisbon (1998) Habilitation in Economy, ISCTE-IUL (2015) **Research & Editorial Roles:** He is an Integrated Researcher at the Business Research Unit (BRU-IUL) and Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Academy of Entrepreneurship Journal . He contributes to over 20 international journals as an editorial board member and editor of MPRA. His work appears in journals like World Economy , World Development , and Scientometrics . **Key Research Themes:** Trade globalization and competition metrics Health economics and policy evaluation Economic development indicators and composite indices Scientometrics and research performance measurement **Awards & Memberships:** Global Partner, National Economic Education Delegation (NEED) Member, Advisory Council of A3ES International Economics Advisory Board, Cambridge Scholars Publishing **Advising & Grants:** He supervises numerous doctoral and master’s theses, focusing on topics like health economics, entrepreneurship, and trade policy. Over 100 master’s dissertations and 6 doctoral theses have been completed under his guidance. His research has been supported by grants exploring economic diplomacy, health systems, and regional development. **Labs & Teams:** Affiliated with BRU-IUL, his work intersects with interdisciplinary teams addressing global economic challenges, health systems optimization, and policy analysis.

• Circular Food Supply Chains
• Digitalization of Transport
• Logistic Services
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ebru Surucu Balci is an Assistant Professor at the University of Bradford's School of Management within the Faculty of Management, Law & Social Sciences. She joined in September 2019 after earning her PhD in Maritime Business Administration and serving as a research assistant for five years. Her research bridges circular economy principles with supply chain innovation, focusing on food systems resilience and digital transformation in logistics. Her educational background includes a PhD in Maritime Business Administration, where she developed expertise in sustainable supply chain management and transport logistics. Research Focus: Dr. Balci investigates how digital technologies and circular economy models can transform supply chains, with emphasis on: Food supply chain resilience against geopolitical disruptions Blockchain applications in maritime logistics Social media's role in stakeholder engagement Multi-criteria decision frameworks for sustainability Publication Trends: Her recent articles demonstrate a consistent focus on sustainability challenges in global supply chains, particularly through: Development of resilience frameworks for food systems Exploration of digital solutions like blockchain in maritime logistics Analysis of waste reduction strategies in seasonal and perishable goods Methodological innovations in sustainability performance measurement Professional Recognition: While specific awards aren't detailed, her publication record in high-impact journals like Journal of Cleaner Production and Computers in Industry reflects significant scholarly impact.

Adityarajsingh Santokheeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Science
• Programming
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Adityarajsingh Santokhee is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at Middlesex University Mauritius since 2019, with prior roles including Lecturer (2013–2019) and Part-Time Lecturer (2011–2013). He holds a PhD in Computer Science (2024) and specializes in AI, Data Science, and Programming. His research focuses on intelligent environments, quality engineering, IoT applications, and healthcare technology. He coordinates the MSc Data Science program and teaches across Computer Science, Systems Engineering, and IT disciplines. Education : PhD Computer Science (2024), Middlesex University Mauritius MSc Network Centred Computing (2003), University of Reading BEng Computer Science & Engineering (2001), University of Mauritius Grants : Principal Investigator: MRiC Grant (Rs 303K, 2017) Co-Investigator: Multiple TEC grants (2016–2019) Research Interests : Intelligent Environments Methodologies AI Chatbot Development Smart Healthcare Solutions IoT Education Tools Low-Cost Embedded Systems Recent Contributions : Leading research on quality engineering for intelligent systems (2024) Co-editing journal special issues on intelligent environments (2022–2021) Pioneering MauHazard driver training tool (2019) He actively supervises doctoral students (e.g., Mrinal Sharma) and collaborates with industry/academic partners on projects like blockchain food traceability (2024). His work bridges theoretical computing with practical applications in education and community needs.

• Quality education in the early years
• Children’s rights
• Children's subjective wellbeing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Taiwo Frances Gbadegesin is a Lecturer in Initial Teacher Education at Queen Margaret University (QMU), affiliated with the Psychology, Sociology and Education Division. She is also an Associate Member of the Centre for Applied Social Sciences. Her academic background includes a bachelor's degree in Economic Education from Obafemi Awolowo University (Nigeria), a master's degree from Obafemi Awolowo University, and a PhD from the University of Leeds (UK). She held a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of the Free State in South Africa and previously served as academic staff at Ekiti State University, Nigeria before joining QMU in 2022. Education: Bachelor's in Economic Education (Obafemi Awolowo University) Master's degree (Obafemi Awolowo University) PhD in Education (University of Leeds) Research Interests: Quality education in early childhood Children’s rights and wellbeing Refugee/migrant children’s integration Comparative and international education Gender and inclusive education practices Dr. Gbadegesin employs interdisciplinary and cross-national approaches, with a focus on qualitative and mixed-method research. Her work often addresses systemic challenges in education and housing policy, particularly in developing nations. She teaches modules on early childhood education, global health, and comparative education, serving as a module coordinator for topics such as Early Childhood Development and Learning in Context and Global Health and International Education . Her research highlights the intersection of socio-cultural factors and policy interventions, with notable contributions to understanding child welfare in post-pandemic contexts, urban housing impacts on child health, and educational equity in Nigeria and South Africa.

• Entrepreneurship
• Startups
• Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Heiko Bergmann serves as Interim Chair of Management of Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (KMU-HSG) at the University of St. Gallen. His research focuses on entrepreneurial processes, startup ecosystems, and the integration of AI in early-stage ventures. Bergmann investigates factors influencing venture creation, founder psychology, and SME resilience during economic crises. His work spans entrepreneurship education, social ventures, and financial strategies for SMEs. Recent publications analyze AI adoption in startups, gender dynamics in academic entrepreneurship, and mission-driven business models. Bergmann emphasizes practical insights for enhancing SME competitiveness in global markets.

Graham Healyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Brain-Computer Interfaces
• Eye-Tracking Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Graham Healy is Assistant Professor and COMSCI Programme Board Chair at Dublin City University's School of Computing. His research develops hybrid human-computer interaction systems using bioelectric signals (EEG), eye-tracking, and machine learning. Current projects include the CASTLE multimodal dataset, AMBER BCI dataset for naturalistic settings, and DERCo EEG-reading comprehension corpus. Dr. Healy creates interactive retrieval systems like VEAGLE (eye gaze-assisted video browsing) and LifeInsight (lifelog search engine), winning competitive evaluations at Video Browser Showdown and Lifelog Search Challenge events. His neuroergonomics research investigates pre-stimulus EEG for predicting driver reaction times, while health informatics projects develop machine learning models for early gestational diabetes prediction using electronic health records. With PhD expertise in brain-computer interfaces from DCU, Dr. Healy's work spans experimental neuroscience, information retrieval, and clinical applications. Recent publications address reproducibility challenges in medical AI and validate diagnostic coding in electronic health systems. His NeuroScore framework evaluates GAN performance using neural responses, advancing quality assessment in synthetic media.

Mershack Opoku Tettehمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Construction Project Management
• Green and Sustainable Construction
• International Construction Joint Ventures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mershack Opoku Tetteh is a Lecturer in Civil Engineering at Aston University's School of Infrastructure and Sustainable Engineering, UK. He holds a PhD in Real Estate and Construction Economics from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2021) and academic qualifications from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana. His research focuses on construction project management, green retrofitting, international joint ventures, and digital technologies in construction. He has published 23 articles and secured grants totaling over HK$1.6 million. Education: PhD in Real Estate and Construction Economics (Hong Kong PolyU, 2021) MPhil in Construction Technology (KNUST, 2018) BSc in Construction Technology and Management (KNUST, 2015) Research Interests: Green and sustainable construction practices International construction joint ventures (ICJVs) Building Information Modeling (BIM) and modular construction Energy efficiency retrofitting of existing buildings Decision support systems for infrastructure management Grants & Awards: Postdoc Matching Fund Scholarship (HK$744,000, 2022) PhD Scholarship (2018–2021) Multiple awards for academic excellence (including Best Student awards in Ghana) Teaching: EC2PMP: Construction Project Management & Planning EC4PPC: Project Planning & Control

Henning Döscherمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Materials Science
• Semiconductor Physics
• Surface Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Henning Döscher is a Senior Researcher and Project Manager at the Department of Emerging Technologies at Fraunhofer Institute for Systems and Innovation Research (ISI), Karlsruhe, Germany since 2017. His work focuses on innovation systems in novel materials and technologies, particularly in Industrial Technologies. He coordinates the Technology and Innovation Roadmap process for the Graphene Flagship Project and has contributed to numerous national/international research initiatives. He holds a PhD in Physics from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2010) and has conducted research at institutions including National Renewable Energy Laboratory (USA) and Philipps-Universität Marburg. His research spans semiconductor physics, solar energy, electrochemistry, and hydrogen technologies, with emphasis on innovation diffusion and technology commercialization. Education : PhD in Physics (2010) - Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin Studies in Physics and Business Information Systems - TU Clausthal Marie Curie Fellowship (2010s) - Research at NREL (USA) and Philipps-Universität Marburg Research Focus : Materials science & semiconductor physics Solar energy systems & photoelectrochemical devices Hydrogen technology & energy storage Innovation roadmapping for emerging technologies Key Contributions : Coordinated Graphene Flagship's Technology Roadmap Published extensively on hydrogen economy, fuel cells, and solar-to-hydrogen systems Developed industry-relevant roadmaps for Baden-Württemberg and EU energy strategies Laboratory affiliations include Fraunhofer ISI's Emerging Technologies department, with collaborative networks across academia and industry sectors.

Jacqueline V. Lernerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Positive Youth Development
• Character Development
• Adolescent Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacqueline V. Lerner is a Professor in the Department of Counseling, Developmental & Educational Psychology at Boston College’s Lynch School of Education and Human Development. She holds a Ph.D. from Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on character and positive youth development in adolescents and young adults, particularly in out-of-school settings and faith-based programs. Key areas include spirituality’s role in development, cross-national youth programs, and the impact of contextual safety. Education: Ph.D., Applied Developmental Psychology, Pennsylvania State University. Research interests span Positive Youth Development (PYD) frameworks Spirituality and resilience in marginalized youth Global program evaluations (El Salvador, Rwanda) Role of intentional self-regulation in character development Recent work highlights: Analysis of youth perceptions in faith-based programs Cross-cultural PYD comparisons Development of program assessment tools (e.g., “Big Three” components) Grants include leadership on the Compassion International Study ($2.9M) and longitudinal 4-H PYD studies ($8.3M total). Collaborations emphasize international partnerships and interdisciplinary approaches combining developmental science with program implementation. Labs/Teams: Core contributor to the Lynch School’s PYD research cluster, coordinating global field studies and measurement development initiatives.

Irini Kokkinouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Industrial and Organizational Psychology
• Work-Family Conflict
• Applicant Reactions to Selection Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Irini Kokkinou is a Teaching Professor of Liberal Arts at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) since 2010. Previously, she served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) and held graduate roles at Purdue University, including Graduate Instructor and Teaching Assistant from 2002-2008. She earned a Ph.D. and M.S. in Psychological Sciences from Purdue University and a B.A. in Psychology from Vassar College. Her research focuses on Industrial and Organizational Psychology, with an emphasis on work-family conflict, mentorship strategies for women in STEM fields, and collaborative learning dynamics in art and design education. She has also explored employee performance, diversity policies, and goal orientation theories in organizational contexts. Her work bridges psychological principles with practical applications in education and workplace environments. Dr. Kokkinou has been recognized with the Dean's Award for Teaching Effectiveness (SCAD, 2014-2015), Presidential Fellowship (SCAD, 2015), and multiple teaching accolades at IUPUI. She has secured research grants from Purdue University and contributed to national and international conferences through presentations on mentorship, work-life balance, and pedagogical strategies. In addition to her academic roles, she served as an external consultant for the West Lafayette Police Department (2007-2010). Her professional memberships include the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) and the Association for Psychological Science (APS).

Halil Kiymazمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Finance
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Sustainable Financial Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Halil Kiymaz, Ph.D., CFA, is the Bank of America Professor of Finance at the Crummer Graduate School of Business, Rollins College, where he has been teaching since 2004. He previously held academic positions at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Bilkent University, and the University of New Orleans, and has served as a visiting faculty member at multiple international universities. Kiymaz earned his Ph.D. and MBA from the University of New Orleans, and his BS in Finance from Uludag University, Turkey. His areas of expertise include Mergers and Acquisitions, Sustainable Financial Management, Emerging Markets analysis, Corporate Valuation, and Private Equity/Venture Capital. He has authored seven books, including The Art of Capital Restructuring: Creating Shareholder Value through Mergers and Acquisition (2011), Market Microstructure in Emerging and Developed Markets (2013), and a forthcoming title on Social Finance (2025). Kiymaz has also published over 100 articles in top-tier journals like the Journal of Banking and Finance , Financial Review , and International Journal of Emerging Markets . Kiymaz’s research explores topics such as hybrid securities issuance, founder CEO impacts, working capital strategies, blockchain technology in finance, and the role of Sovereign Wealth Funds. His recent work highlights trends in fintech disruption, cross-border M&A efficiency, and public-private partnerships during global crises. Scientific Awards: McGraw-Hill Irwin Best Paper Award Outstanding Research Awards at the Global Conference on Business and Finance He has served as former president of the Academy of Financial Services and as finance editor of the International Journal of Emerging Markets . Kiymaz maintains editorial board roles across numerous journals and has provided consulting services to governmental and public organizations. His professional recognition includes listings in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers , Who’s Who in Business Higher Education , and other international directories. While no formal advisees or grants are listed, his consulting and training engagements reflect his active role in industry collaboration. Kiymaz’s work bridges academic research with practical finance, emphasizing emerging markets and innovative financial instruments.