جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Nabil Alshurafaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Informatics
• Body Sensor Networks
• Behavioral Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nabil Alshurafa is an Associate Professor at Northwestern University, holding joint appointments in the McCormick School of Engineering (Computer Science and Electrical and Computer Engineering) and the Feinberg School of Medicine (Preventive Medicine). He directs the HABits Lab, which focuses on developing mHealth systems to address health behaviors such as overeating, stress, and UV exposure. His work integrates wearable sensors, machine learning, and behavioral science to create passive sensing solutions. Education: PhD in Computer Science and Wireless Health (UCLA), MS and BS in Computer Science (UCLA). Research Interests: Body sensor networks, activity recognition, embedded systems, and health informatics. His lab designs wearable devices (e.g., neck-worn sensors, UV patches) and AI frameworks to detect behaviors like eating patterns and stress levels. Collaborations include domain experts in medicine and engineering to translate technical innovations into clinical interventions. Recent Projects: Developing systems for stress monitoring via ECG-PPG patches, UV exposure tracking, and just-in-time interventions for overeating. The lab emphasizes ethical design, privacy preservation, and user-centered technology. Students and Lab Team: Supervises PhD, MS, and undergraduate researchers in areas like machine learning, embedded systems, and health data analytics. Notable advisees include Rawan Alharbi (PhD candidate), Shibo Zhang (PhD student), and Wilson Wang (MS student). Labs/Teams: HABits Lab collaborates with experts in Preventive Medicine, Psychiatry, and Dermatology to advance interdisciplinary health research. Current projects include predictive analytics for weight loss and interventions targeting maternal stress during pregnancy.

James Fogartyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Ubiquitous Computing
• Accessibility
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Fogarty is a Professor at the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, University of Washington. He serves as a core member of the DUB Group (Design. Use. Build.), a cross-campus initiative advancing Human-Computer Interaction and Design research. His work bridges computer science with healthcare applications, focusing on ubiquitous computing and accessibility. Fogarty's research centers on Human-Computer Interaction, Ubiquitous Computing, and Accessibility. He develops systems to overcome human obstacles in adopting intelligent computing technologies, particularly in healthcare contexts. His work spans food and symptom tracking for conditions like Irritable Bowel Syndrome, accessibility solutions for mobile interfaces, and self-experimentation frameworks for personalized health. Key themes include designing for real-world adoption, balancing automation with user control in personal informatics, and creating accessible technologies for diverse populations. His most recent publications reveal strong trends in health-focused HCI: 60% address chronic condition management (IBS, migraines), 30% focus on accessibility innovations, and 10% explore collaborative computing. Subfield analysis shows deep specialization in food/symptom tracking systems, mobile accessibility enhancements, and personalized health experimentation frameworks, with consistent emphasis on user-centered design and real-world deployment. Fogarty actively mentors doctoral students including Shaan Chopra, Tae Jones, and Aaleyah Lewis. His research receives direct funding from the National Science Foundation, National Library of Medicine, and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, with additional support from Adobe, Google, Intel, Microsoft, and Nokia. His lab operates at the intersection of HCI, health informatics, and ubiquitous computing. He leads projects within the DUB Group ecosystem, focusing on practical applications of sensing technologies and intelligent systems. Current work emphasizes patient-provider collaboration tools, accessibility repair mechanisms for mobile applications, and self-experimentation frameworks for personalized health management.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marc Erich Latoschik is a Professor in the Department of Human-Computer Interaction at the University of Würzburg, Germany. He previously held roles at Bayreuth University, Bielefeld University, and FHTW Berlin. His research focuses on virtual and augmented reality, embodiment, human-computer interaction, and applications in health, education, and social systems. Education: Completed his PhD in 2001 at Bielefeld University with a thesis on multimodal interaction in virtual reality. Research Interests: Embodied interaction, virtual embodiment, presence and plausibility in VR/AR, avatar design, social virtual reality, health applications (e.g., VR therapy for body image issues), and XR security/privacy. Active in developing frameworks like Reality Stack I/O and MAIL for VR/AR research. Key Projects: ViTraS study on body image exercises in VR, avatars for mass use via smartphone reconstruction, and motion-based biometrics in XR. Collaborates with medical teams on cybersickness detection and emergency training simulations. Labs/Teams: Leads research groups on immersive technologies and social VR applications. Involved in interdisciplinary projects combining HCI, AI, and healthcare.

Shufang Sunمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mindfulness-based interventions
• mHealth (mobile health)
• Global mental health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shufang Sun is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown University’s School of Public Health, and Associate Director of the Mindfulness Center. Her work focuses on understanding how stress, trauma, and systemic inequities contribute to health disparities, particularly among marginalized populations like LGBTQ+ individuals, youth, and communities affected by HIV. She develops mindfulness-based, technology-mediated interventions to promote mental health and reduce stigma, with a global focus including China, the Philippines, and Ukraine. Education: PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2018). Research interests include mindfulness interventions, mHealth (mobile health), global mental health, HIV prevention, minority stress, and stigma reduction. Her work emphasizes community-engaged research and rigorous evidence synthesis through meta-analyses and systematic reviews. Current projects include interventions for displaced Ukrainians, suicide prevention in rural China, and HIV prevention among transgender women in the Philippines. Her interventions address topics like queer resilience, pandemic mental health, and health equity for vulnerable groups. Awards include the APA’s Barbara Smith Early Career Award and Brown University’s Early Career Research Achievement Award. Grants: Principal investigator on NIH-funded projects totaling over $7.5M, including a $3M R24 grant for mindfulness evidence synthesis and a $621K NIMH grant for school-based suicide prevention in China. Labs/Teams: Director of the Mindfulness for Health Equity Lab, collaborating with global researchers on stigma reduction and digital health innovations.

• Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Substance Use Disorders
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Laura Robinson is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Psychology , University of Wollongong. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology and extensive teaching experience in behavioral sciences, statistics, and applied psychology. Education : PhD in Psychology (2017), Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology (2010), Bachelor of Psychology (2009), and Bachelor of Aviation (2004) Her research focuses on vulnerable populations, particularly women and youth, with expertise in substance use disorders, eating disorders, mental health comorbidity, and health equity. She has published extensively on residential treatment outcomes, continuing care interventions, and stigma reduction in mental healthcare. Recent publications highlight longitudinal analyses of psychological distress, weight stigma, and integrated approaches to substance use and physical health. She supervises PhD students on topics like veterans' mental health, methamphetamine use, and suicide prevention. Laura has received funding from internal and external sources, including grants for stimulant use interventions and health literacy studies. She serves on committees like the Australasian Professional Society for Alcohol and Drugs and contributes to peer-reviewed journals as a reviewer.

Ximena E. Bernalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animal Communication
• Behavioral Ecology
• Sensory Ecology
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ximena E. Bernal is a Professor of Biological Sciences at Purdue University's College of Science, where she leads the Bernal Lab. Her research focuses on animal communication systems in anurans (frogs and toads) and their interactions with eavesdropping enemies and anthropogenic environmental changes. Her lab integrates behavioral and sensory ecology to investigate how natural enemies like frog-biting midges and frog-eating bats shape signal evolution in vocal anurans. Research examines the dual pressures of predation and sexual selection, alongside human impacts including traffic noise and habitat fragmentation on threatened amphibian populations. The work combines neuroethological mechanisms with functional analyses of communication networks. Recent publications demonstrate how defensive strategies in male túngara frogs alter attractiveness to both mates and predators, revealing receiver-dependent trade-offs in signal evolution. This research highlights the vulnerability of communication systems to environmental disruption and the ecological consequences of signal interference. Dr. Bernal actively promotes inclusive excellence in STEM through mentoring and program development. She supports undergraduate and graduate education initiatives aimed at broadening participation of underrepresented groups in science. The Bernal Lab operates as a collaborative unit within Purdue University and maintains a research associate affiliation with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Field and laboratory studies focus on anuran communication networks in natural contexts, emphasizing the integration of mechanistic and functional approaches to understand signal evolution.

Kusum L. Ailawadiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marketing
• Channel Strategy
• Brand Equity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kusum L. Ailawadi is the Charles Jordan 1911 TU'12 Professor of Marketing at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. She has established herself as a leading expert in marketing channel strategy, brand equity, and multi-channel distribution systems. Her research examines the strategic interaction and distribution of power between manufacturers and their distribution channel partners, with particular focus on how store brands, promotions, and brand equity affect performance. Education: PhD, University of Virginia, 1991 MBA, Indian Institute of Management, 1984 BSc (Honors), St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, 1982 Professor Ailawadi's research spans two primary streams: the first focuses on manufacturer-retailer relationships and channel strategy, examining how power dynamics affect brand performance; the second investigates how marketing actions influence consumers' health status and the nutritional quality of grocery shopping. She has pioneered research showing how warehouse club shopping affects consumer behavior, revealing that club store shoppers spend more, shop more frequently, and consume more calories than non-club shoppers. Her work on multi-channel distribution has been synthesized in her influential 2020 book Getting Multi-Channel Distribution Right , which provides practical guidance for managing brands across physical and digital channels. Her extensive publication record in top marketing journals like Journal of Marketing , Journal of Marketing Research , and Marketing Science demonstrates consistent scholarly impact. Analysis of her recent work shows a strong focus on the evolving retail landscape, with particular attention to private label brands, multi-channel strategies, and the behavioral economics of consumer shopping patterns. Her research increasingly bridges marketing theory with practical applications in retail strategy and consumer health. Notable Awards: Winner, Paul H. Root Award for Significant Contribution to the Advancement of the Practice of Marketing (2018) Distinguished Alumni Award, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (2020) Winner, John D.C. Little Best Paper Award, Marketing Science (2005) Winner, First William Davidson Award for Best Contribution to Theory and Practice in Retail Marketing (1997) Multiple finalist positions for Paul E. Green Award across various years Professor Ailawadi serves as president of the INFORMS Society for Marketing Science and has held editorial positions at major marketing journals including Journal of Marketing , Journal of Marketing Research , and Marketing Science . She teaches the highly regarded MBA elective on Multi-Channel Routes to Market and has consulted with companies across consumer goods, retailing, consulting, and financial services sectors. Her expertise has also been sought in legal cases related to distribution, brand equity, and promotions, where she has served as both consulting and testifying expert. Her research has been widely covered in media outlets including Harvard Business Review , Wall Street Journal , Forbes , and Advertising Age , demonstrating the practical relevance of her academic work. Her TEDx talk 'Outsmarting the Marketers' further illustrates her ability to translate complex marketing concepts for broader audiences.

• Computational Neuroscience
• Theoretical Neuroscience
• Reinforcement Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nathaniel D. Daw serves as the Huo Professor in Computational and Theoretical Neuroscience and Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at Princeton University, based at the Princeton Neuroscience Institute. His research integrates computational modeling with experimental neuroscience to investigate fundamental mechanisms of learning and decision-making. Daw's research focuses on computational and theoretical neuroscience, specializing in reinforcement learning, memory systems, and decision-making processes. He examines how neural circuits represent value, update beliefs through experience, and balance model-based versus model-free control strategies. His work frequently bridges theoretical frameworks with behavioral and neural data to explain phenomena ranging from habitual behavior to flexible cognitive control. Analysis of his 2025 publications reveals dominant themes in neural replay mechanisms, individual differences in learning trajectories, and clinical applications to eating disorders. His work increasingly incorporates large language models for psychological assessment while maintaining core focus on interpretable cognitive architectures and hierarchical planning. Daw maintains active research operations through the Princeton Neuroscience Institute, an interdisciplinary hub fostering collaboration between computational modelers, neuroscientists, and psychologists to advance understanding of neural mechanisms underlying cognition.

Alicia Kulczynskiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Consumer Behaviour
• Branding and Brand Elements
• Advertising
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alicia Kulczynski is an Associate Professor of Marketing and Head of the Marketing, Tourism & Business Analytics Discipline at the University of Newcastle. She holds a PhD in Management (Marketing) and undergraduate degrees in Forensic Science and Communication Studies. Her research focuses on consumer behavior, branding, and advertising, with emphasis on spokesperson characteristics, psycholinguistics in branding, and music concert attendance. She has published in top-tier journals like the Journal of Marketing and European Journal of Marketing, and was recognized as Associate Editor of the Year (2024) for the Journal of Consumer Behaviour. Her work bridges academia and industry through collaborations with organizations such as the NSW Ombudsman and Ultra Music Festival. Education - PhD in Management (Marketing), University of Newcastle (2014) - Bachelor of Science (Forensic), University of Newcastle - Bachelor of Arts (Communication Studies), University of Newcastle Research Interests - Consumer behavior and decision-making - Branding and brand communication - Advertising strategies and spokesperson effectiveness - Psycholinguistics in brand naming and consumer priming - Music concert attendee behavior and motivations - Cause-related marketing and social impact initiatives Awards - Associate Editor of the Year (2024) - Multiple Best Paper Awards at ANZMAC (2015–2024) - Teaching Excellence Awards (2016–2024) - Industry Collaboration Recognition (e.g., Ultra Music Festival) Grants & Industry Work - Partnered with NSW Ombudsman to develop AI tools for complaint assistance. - Established an Industry Consultative Committee with Pacific Smiles, Newcastle Airport, and HMRI. - Collaborated on diabetes management system market research with a Swedish SME. Teaching & Mentorship - Teaches marketing research courses with industry-linked projects. - Supervised PhD students on topics like AI-driven pricing, post-purchase dissonance, and omnichannel consumer experiences. - Guided students to publish in top journals such as the Journal of Consumer Behaviour and European Journal of Marketing. Labs & Teams - Leads the Marketing, Tourism & Business Analytics Discipline. - Co-founded the Social Marketing Research Team for Youth (SMRTY) initiative.

• Anthropology of Food
• Chinese Foodways
• Ethical Eating
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jakob Klein is a faculty member in the Department of Anthropology and Sociology at SOAS University of London. His research focuses on the anthropology of food, with emphasis on Chinese and Asian culinary cultures, ethical consumption, heritage politics, and the interplay between state policies and market forces in shaping food systems. Klein's work explores themes such as: Culinary modernity and identity in China State-led food security initiatives (e.g., potato promotion) Heritage commodification of regional foods Buddhist vegetarianism and changing meat consumption Alternative food movements in postsocialist contexts His publications demonstrate consistent focus on: Cultural adaptation of global food trends Political economy of dietary change Ethnographic analysis of food practices across urban/rural divides He has supervised doctoral research on food tourism in Istria, gastronomic reinvention in Bulgaria, and cultural capital in Chinese leisure industries.

• Addiction
• Motivation
• Decision-making
• +۲ مورد دیگر

John Monterosso is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Southern California, specializing in addiction, motivation, and decision-making research. His work explores the neurocognitive mechanisms underlying impulse control and reward processing, with particular focus on substance use disorders and behavioral interventions. Monterosso's research integrates behavioral experiments with neuroimaging to examine decision-making processes in addiction contexts. His lab investigates how immediate rewards influence behavior and how cognitive control mechanisms can be harnessed for addiction treatment. Recent work examines the impact of e-cigarette flavors on appeal and sensory perception, obesity medication perceptions, and neural correlates of value representation. With collaborations spanning public health and neuroscience, his publications demonstrate consistent focus on translating basic psychological research into clinical applications. The methodological progression shows increasing sophistication in neuroimaging techniques and large-scale behavioral studies examining substance use patterns across diverse populations.

Michael Siegristمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Risk perception
• Risk communication
• Acceptance of new technologies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michael Siegrist is a Full Professor of Consumer Behavior at ETH Zurich's Department of Health Sciences and Technology. His research focuses on risk perception, risk communication, acceptance of new technologies, and decision making under uncertainty, with particular emphasis on food and consumer behavior. He has established himself as a leading researcher in understanding how people perceive risks related to food, chemicals, and emerging technologies. Dr. Siegrist earned his education at the University of Zurich, where he studied psychology, economics, and mass communication. He completed his dissertation in 1994 and his Habilitation in 2001 at the Faculty of Arts. Between 1998-2000, he was a visiting researcher at Western Washington University, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. He began teaching and research activities at ETH Zurich in 2004 and became a Full Professor there in 2007. His research interests span risk perception and communication, with particular focus on food safety, disgust sensitivity, naturalness perception, and sustainability. His work examines how consumers evaluate risks related to food technologies, chemicals, and environmental issues. He has published extensively on topics including cultured meat acceptance, food labeling, household chemical safety, and the psychological factors influencing consumer decisions under uncertainty. His research often employs cross-cultural approaches, comparing consumer perceptions across different countries and demographic groups. Dr. Siegrist's publications reveal a strong trend toward understanding the psychological mechanisms behind consumer acceptance of novel food technologies, particularly alternative proteins. His recent work increasingly focuses on sustainability issues in food consumption, examining how consumers perceive environmental impacts of food choices and respond to policy measures aimed at promoting sustainable eating habits. He has made significant contributions to understanding how naturalness claims, disgust sensitivity, and cultural factors shape food preferences and risk perceptions. As an active researcher, Dr. Siegrist collaborates with numerous colleagues across disciplines, including veterinary science, nutrition, and agricultural technology. His work spans both theoretical contributions to risk perception frameworks and practical applications for food industry and policy development.

Jacinta C. Beehnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Primatology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Sexual Conflict Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jacinta C. Beehner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology & Psychology at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on sexual conflict theory, reproductive strategies in primates, and the physiological and behavioral mechanisms underlying these dynamics. She directs the Core Assay Facility/Beehner Endocrine Laboratory and co-directs the Simien Mountains Gelada Research Project, Capuchins at Taboga, and the Evolution and Human Adaptations Program. Her work examines non-human primates like geladas, capuchins, and baboons in natural African and American habitats. Key themes include infanticide avoidance, hormonal responses to environmental stress, and the evolutionary implications of reproductive trade-offs. Recent studies highlight the impact of climate change on primate health, the role of social status in parasite resistance, and hormonal adaptations to high-altitude environments. Beehner has contributed to over 60 peer-reviewed articles since 2015, spanning topics from primate social networks to genomic adaptations. Her fieldwork emphasizes integrative methods combining endocrinology, genetics, and behavioral observation. She has presented at international forums like the National Geographic Explorer’s Festival and collaborates across disciplines to advance primate conservation and evolutionary biology.

Jennifer Millsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Body Image
• Eating Disorders
• Social Media Impact
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer Mills is a Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Clinical Psychology graduate program at York University's Faculty of Health, leading the EASE Lab. Her research focuses on body image, eating disorders, and the impact of social media on women's psychological well-being. She holds degrees from the University of Toronto (PhD 2001, MA 1996, BSc 1995). Key research areas include social media's effects on body dissatisfaction, orthorexia nervosa, and interventions for disordered eating. She has published extensively on topics such as self-compassion interventions, Instagram imagery impacts, and pandemic-related behavioral changes. Her educational background includes a strong foundation in psychology and clinical research, with a focus on translational work between theory and practice. Current projects explore the psychological mechanisms behind body image concerns, including the role of perfectionism and emotional intelligence in mitigating eating disorder symptoms. She collaborates widely, as evidenced by multi-author publications and interdisciplinary research efforts. Labs/Teams: Director of the EASE Lab (Eating, Affect, and Self-Evaluation) at York University. The lab's work integrates behavioral experiments, longitudinal studies, and community-based interventions to address body image and eating disorder prevention.

Emma Richمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology
• Education
• Sport
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Emma Rich is affiliated with the University of Bath as a Professor of Physical Activity and Health Pedagogy and Director of the SPHERE Research Centre (Centre for Sport, Physical Activity and Health Equality). Her work bridges sociology and education , focusing on intersections between digital health technologies , body politics , and health inequities in educational and sport contexts. University: University of Bath Role: Professor & Research Centre Director Research Interests : Emma’s expertise spans critical pedagogy , digital health studies , obesity policy critique , and gendered body narratives . She pioneers feminist new materialist approaches to analyze how digital platforms shape health identities and practices among youth. Recent Publications examine digital health’s impact on body dissatisfaction , teacher mind maps , and spatial dynamics in digitized health education. These works emphasize datafication and quantified self trends in adolescent health behaviors. Awards & Recognition : Elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences (2022) Nominated for FSHI Book Prize (2024) Bristol Bath Healthcare Research Impact Award (2019) Leadership & Collaborations : She leads international projects like the Wellcome Trust-funded Digital Health Generation and DigiHealthPE (UNA Europa), collaborating with institutions across the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Her work integrates UN Sustainable Development Goals , particularly those addressing health equity and digital inclusion .