جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Caroline DeLongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Comparative Cognition
• Animal Perception
• Visual Cognition
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Caroline DeLong is Professor of Psychology at Rochester Institute of Technology's College of Liberal Arts, where she directs the Comparative Cognition & Perception Lab. Her research examines visual and auditory perception across species including river otters, goldfish, dolphins, and primates. Education includes Ph.D. and M.A. from University of Hawaii and B.A. from New College of Florida. Research employs behavioral methods to study object recognition, numerical discrimination, and auditory perception in diverse species. Recent publications focus on visual cognition in aquatic animals and primates, with ongoing studies at Seneca Park Zoo involving river otters and olive baboons. Research methodologies include match-to-sample tasks, sensory enrichment studies, and comparative perception experiments.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Bioacoustics
• Wildlife Conservation
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Wendy Lomas is a researcher and lecturer at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Wolverhampton , specializing in artificial intelligence and computational bioacoustics . She holds an MSc in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Wolverhampton and a BA (Hons) in Social and Political Science from the University of Cambridge. Education MSc in Artificial Intelligence (2023-2024), University of Wolverhampton BA (Hons) in Social and Political Science (1989-1993), University of Cambridge Her research focuses on developing lightweight associative memory AI algorithms for bioacoustic monitoring of ecosystems, targeting wildlife conservation and carbon cycle monitoring . Projects include sustainable AI models for identifying endangered primate vocalizations in Peruvian rainforests and captive settings, lemur welfare initiatives, and collaborations on beetle outbreak detection in forestry. All work emphasizes energy efficiency and AI equity , enabling models to run on standard field devices to reduce dependence on high-performance computing. Her recent publications highlight applications of Hopfield networks in bioacoustic classification, with a focus on bat echolocation and primate vocalizations . These works align with her broader goals of democratizing AI tools for global conservation efforts. Scientific Awards Invest to Grow PhD Studentship (University of Wolverhampton) OpenBright Awards (2024, 2025) Wendy supervises MRes Artificial Intelligence students and lectures on MRes Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence courses. She is involved in STEM outreach and educational development, including the SEDA certification for technology-enhanced learning. Her grants from the OpenBright Foundation support projects on environmentally sustainable AI and bat recognition.

Joe Szewczakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bioacoustics
• Wildlife Ecology
• Physiological Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joe Szewczak is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Cal Poly Humboldt. His research integrates engineering and biological sciences to explore physiological and ecological mechanisms in bats and birds, focusing on torpor physiology, bioacoustics, and non-invasive population monitoring. He teaches courses in Animal Physiology , Human Physiology , Biology of the Chiroptera , and Biological Applications of Physics . BSE, Duke University (1980) PhD, Brown University (1991) His research spans bat physiology under extreme conditions (torpor, high-altitude flight), bioacoustic monitoring for population assessment, and ecological impacts of anthropogenic changes . He has led projects on bat conservation , acoustic deterrents for wind turbines , and wildlife response to noise pollution . Joe has mentored numerous graduate students, including Ashley Abitz, Amon Armstrong, and Danielle (Skye) Salganek. His work has been supported by grants from Caltrans and the Bats and Wind Energy Cooperative. He co-developed advanced acoustic identification techniques for bats and birds and contributed to national guidelines for wildlife impact assessments .

Nicole Abaidمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Dynamical Systems
• Control Theory
• Multi-Agent Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicole Abaid is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Virginia Tech, affiliated with the College of Science. Her research integrates dynamical systems, control theory, and robotics to study collective behavior in biological and engineered systems. She explores biologically-inspired models, such as bat swarms and brain networks, to develop applications in robotics and environmental monitoring. Her work combines agent-based modeling, network analysis, and data-driven approaches to understand interactions in animal groups and robotic systems. Notable projects include analyzing bat echolocation for acoustic sensing in robotics and studying stress effects in human crowd dynamics during emergencies. She has also contributed to piezoelectric energy harvesting and ex vivo muscle stimulation via Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES). Abaid’s research has been supported by grants like the NSF CAREER Award for collective behavior studies. She collaborates on interdisciplinary projects, including outreach programs in biomimetics and robotics for K-12 education. Her publications span journals and conferences, emphasizing applications in ecology, robotics, and control systems.

• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Image Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthias O. Franz is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Hochschule Konstanz University of Applied Sciences, Konstanz, Germany, since 2007. His academic work spans theoretical and applied research in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, and Computational Neuroscience. Research Interests His research focuses on interdisciplinary applications of computational methods, including: Machine Learning algorithms for image analysis and signal processing Computer Vision techniques in object recognition and 3D reconstruction Computational Neuroscience studies on echolocation and visual saliency Quantum Physics applications in space missions Notable contributions include kernel methods for image modeling, steganalysis frameworks, and biomimetic navigation systems inspired by biological processes. Publication Trends Dr. Franz’s 15 most recent publications (2022–2011) demonstrate a trajectory from foundational work in nonlinear system modeling to applications in space technology, computer vision, and acoustic signal analysis. Key trends include: 2022: Image novelty detection using mean-shift algorithms for sensor technology 2015: Dual-species atom interferometry for space-based physics and hybrid image registration 2014: Geometric primitive classification in point clouds and multi-camera stereo matching 2013–2011: Steganalysis, Gaussian process calibration, and computational models of echolocation 2008–2007: Early work on Wiener series and visual saliency prediction

Dominique Pritchettمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Learning and Memory
• Cerebellum
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Dominique Pritchett is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Howard University, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on neural mechanisms underlying associative learning, particularly in the cerebellum, exploring synaptic plasticity and functional connections with the neocortex and basal ganglia. He employs optogenetics and electrophysiological techniques in his studies. Education: B.S. from Virginia State University (2004), Ph.D. from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2012). Research Interests: Cerebellar circuitry and learning Synaptic plasticity and oscillations Neurobiological basis of cognitive functions Publications highlight advancements in understanding gamma-band oscillations, NMDA receptor roles, and cerebellar-basal ganglia interactions. Recent work emphasizes hippocampal network dynamics and auditory cortex connectivity in bats. No scientific awards explicitly noted. No advising/grant details provided in texts. Research lab focuses on cerebellar learning mechanisms and neural oscillation studies.

Javid Bayandorمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Space explorations and mission design
• collision dynamics and crashworthiness
• aerospace conceptual design
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Javid Bayandor serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University at Buffalo's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. His research bridges theoretical aerospace engineering with practical applications in space exploration and bioinspired systems. Education: Postdoctoral Research in Aerospace Structures, The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (2000-2001) PhD in Aerospace Engineering, The Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (2000) His research portfolio spans eight core areas: space mission design, collision dynamics, aerospace conceptualization, space physics, ballistics, bioinspired robotics, advanced structures, and fluid-structure interactions. This interdisciplinary approach integrates computational modeling with experimental validation to solve complex engineering problems across aerospace and biological domains. Current projects demonstrate particular strength in developing innovative solutions for extreme environments including space and underwater applications. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) Space mission architectures for Mercury, Venus, and Mars featuring novel entry/landing systems; (2) Impact dynamics studies covering hypervelocity collisions, bird/drone strikes on urban air mobility vehicles, and spacecraft shielding; (3) Bioinspired flight mechanics focusing on bee and bat aerodynamics under environmental stressors. These threads consistently employ fluid-structure interaction methodologies across scales. Scientific Awards: No awards or honors were documented in the provided source material While specific student advising relationships aren't enumerated, his research scope suggests supervision of graduate students in computational mechanics, space systems, and bioinspired robotics. The publication record indicates sustained grant funding for hypervelocity impact studies, space mission design, and bioflight mechanics, though specific grant details aren't provided. His work likely connects with NASA mission development programs and urban air mobility safety initiatives. The research ecosystem appears centered around computational laboratories specializing in fluid-structure interaction modeling, with potential connections to experimental impact testing facilities and biological flight observation setups for bioinspired studies.

Gill Bejeranoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genomics
• Computational Biology
• Non-coding DNA
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gill Bejerano is a Professor at Stanford University with joint appointments in Developmental Biology, Computer Science, Pediatrics (Genetics), and Biomedical Data Science. His career spans mathematics, computer science, and genomics, with key contributions to understanding conserved non-coding elements, RNA splicing, and genomic disease mechanisms. Ph.D. in Computer Science (Machine Learning in Biology), Hebrew University (2004) B.Sc. Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science (summa cum laude), Hebrew University (1997) His research focuses on genomic evolution , non-coding DNA , RNA splicing , and genomic medicine . He pioneered methods like GREAT for functional enrichment analysis and tools for secure genomic data sharing. Recent publications highlight work on echolocating mammals , RNA splicing prediction , clinical variant interpretation , and genomic privacy . Collaborations span computational biologists, clinicians, and engineers. Scientific Awards : Mallinckrodt Fellowship Sloan Research Fellowship Human Frontiers Fellowship Best Paper & Tomorrow's PI Awards Okawa Foundation Award David and Lucile Packard Fellowship Microsoft & Sony Scholar Awards He advises interdisciplinary trainees and consults for start-ups/Fortune 500 companies, bridging genomics , machine learning , and clinical diagnostics .

Peter Tyackمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Biology
• Acoustics
• Animal Behavior
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Prof Peter Tyack is a Research-Focused Professor at the School of Biology, University of St Andrews, with affiliations to the Scottish Oceans Institute and Centre for Social Learning & Cognitive Evolution. His work spans marine mammal bioacoustics, behavioral ecology, and conservation biology. UN Sustainable Development Goals: 14 (Life Below Water), 13 (Climate Action) Collaborations: USA, Norway, UK institutions Research focuses on vocal learning evolution in mammals , cetacean communication systems , and anthropogenic noise impacts on marine wildlife. His lab develops novel methods for continuous behavioral sampling in field conditions. Recent publications examine porpoise echolocation masking by vessel noise, neural connectivity differences in whales, and marine mammal welfare monitoring . Over 258 publications reflect his extensive work in marine bioacoustics and conservation physiology. Scientific Awards Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (2016) Supervises PhD students including Gabrielle Arrieta and Dinah Hartmann. Active in marine policy advisory roles and has participated in 80+ professional activities including invited talks and workshops.

• Marine Mammal Behavior
• Conservation Biology
• Diving Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof Sascha Hooker is a Professor and Deputy Head of School in the School of Biology at the University of St Andrews. She holds affiliations with the Scottish Oceans Institute, Institute of Behavioural and Neural Sciences, Sea Mammal Research Unit, and Marine Alliance for Science & Technology Scotland. Her research focuses on marine mammal foraging and diving behavior, conservation biology, and the impacts of anthropogenic factors like sound and pollutants. Education & Research: Her work applies physiological and behavioral insights to conservation planning, including marine protected areas and ecosystem management. She has led projects on beaked whales, harbor seals, and the effects of sonar exposure, with a focus on decompression sickness risks. Research Interests: Marine predator ecology, diving physiology, and spatial conservation strategies. Current projects include predator foraging ecology using animal-borne cameras, modeling dive risks, and marine reserve effectiveness. Publications & Awards: Over 70 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Awards include the 2017 Zoological Society of London Marsh Award for Marine Conservation and Fellowship in the Royal Society of Edinburgh. Grants include Wellcome Trust ISSF funding for mental health initiatives and women in STEM programs. Grants & Students: Advised PhD students Duncan Macdougall and Maeva Terrapon. Projects funded include studies on beaked whale acoustics and marine reserve design. Active in public outreach, including beach surveys and education programs. Labs & Collaborations: Collaborates internationally on cetacean behavior and conservation. Key affiliations include the Sea Mammal Research Unit and interdisciplinary teams addressing ocean health challenges.

Amrita Puriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Visual Perception
• Cognitive Control
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Amrita Puri is Associate Professor of Biology at University of Central Arkansas, teaching Principles of Biology, Neuroscience, and Sensation & Perception. Holds PhD in Neuroscience (UC Davis) and dual BS degrees in Biology/Chemistry (UNO). Research examines visual cognition and sensory integration. Key research areas: Crossmodal transfer between echolocation, vision and haptics Attentional mechanisms in numerical/physical size processing Anxiety effects on facial emotion perception Neural correlates of visual attention allocation Publications demonstrate strong methodological diversity, employing psychophysics, eye-tracking, fMRI, and auditory perception paradigms. Recent work explores sensory substitution mechanisms and perceptual resolution in echolocation.

• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Wildlife Behavior
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Dr. Lucinda Kirkpatrick is a Lecturer in the School of Environmental and Natural Sciences at Bangor University, where she actively supervises PhD students and conducts interdisciplinary research in ecology and conservation. Her work bridges wildlife behavior, biodiversity monitoring, and disease ecology, with a focus on bats, rodents, and broader ecosystem dynamics. Her research interests include wildlife social networks , capture-mark-recapture modeling , habitat use in tropical and temperate ecosystems , and the application of technology in ecological monitoring . She has developed and employed miniaturized Bluetooth Low Energy proximity loggers to study animal contacts, contributing to understanding disease transmission and social structures in wild populations. Dr. Kirkpatrick's recent publications reveal a strong trend in long-term ecological datasets , spatial modeling , and conservation applications across diverse systems—from Tanzanian rodent populations to great ape monitoring in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Her work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Nature Ecology and Evolution , PLoS ONE , and Journal of Animal Ecology . She has been invited to speak at international events, including a 2025 workshop on proximity logging for animal behavior and a 2024 conference session on One Health in the Anthropocene. Her scientific contributions are supported by extensive collaborative networks and fieldwork across Africa and Europe. Scientific Contributions and Activities: Developed novel methods for non-invasive bat marking using bee markers. Contributed to the PREDICTS project database on terrestrial biodiversity responses. Presented invited talks on animal behavior monitoring and conservation in the Anthropocene. Dr. Kirkpatrick is actively involved in mentoring and research supervision, with no indication of retirement or former status. She continues to publish cutting-edge research and engage with the global ecological community.

Ivana Budinskiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biodiversity
• Population Genetics
• Conservation Biology
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Ivana Budinski is a Senior Research Associate at the Department of Genetic Research within the Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković" (IBISS), a national institute of the University of Belgrade . Her work focuses on bat conservation genetics, population dynamics, and bioacoustic monitoring. Research Interests Biodiversity and population genetics Conservation biology of bats Metabarcoding and ecological monitoring Terrestrial ecology and environmental protection Publications highlight her contributions to bat echolocation plasticity, parasitology, and genomic studies in European bat species. Her research spans climate change impacts, acoustic identification methodologies, and zoonotic pathogen surveillance.

Richard T. Carterمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Bat Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Echolocation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard T. Carter serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences within the School of Science, Engineering, and Math at East Tennessee State University. His academic appointment focuses on mammalian biology with specialization in bat ecology and evolution. Dr. Carter's research interests center on the ecology and evolution of bats , with particular emphasis on how echolocation and locomotion become integrated during development. His work uses these developmental patterns to address evolutionary questions about echolocation and flight in mammals. Additionally, he investigates how bats utilize resources across landscapes to inform wildlife management and conservation strategies. Teaching responsibilities include BIOL 1120 (Biology for Science Majors II) , BIOL 3220 (Comparative Anatomy) , and BIOL 4317/5317 (Imaging and 3D Modeling) , reflecting his expertise in anatomy and modern imaging techniques relevant to his research. Dr. Carter maintains an active research program with publications available through his lab web page and Google Scholar profile. His office is located in Brown Hall, Room 309 , and he can be contacted at carterrt@etsu.edu or by phone at 423-439-6929 . Prospective students interested in mammalian biology, particularly bat ecology, evolution, and conservation would find research opportunities in Dr. Carter's lab, with potential for field and laboratory work connecting developmental biology to evolutionary questions.

Thejasvi Beleyurمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Animal Behavior
• Sensory Biology
• Collective Behavior
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Thejasvi Beleyur is a Group Leader of the Active Sensing Collectives Lab at the Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour, University of Konstanz, and holds an affiliated position at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior. She also serves as IMPRS Faculty, contributing to interdisciplinary research at the intersection of animal behavior, sensory biology, and collective systems. Current: Group Leader, Active Sensing Collectives Lab (2025-present) Previous: Postdoc at Centre for the Advanced Study of Collective Behaviour (2021-2025) PhD: Max Planck Institute for Ornithology (2015-2021) Education: BS-MS in Biological Sciences, IISER-TVM (2008-2013) Dr. Beleyur's research program investigates how active-sensing agents like echolocating bats navigate complex sensory environments when operating in groups. Her work combines field observations, computational modeling, and swarm robotics to understand the sensorimotor strategies animals employ in information-limited settings. She has pioneered the development of the Ushichka dataset—a multichannel audio-video system for recording echolocating bats in natural habitats—which provides unprecedented insights into how bats modify flight and echolocation behaviors as group sizes change. Her publication record reveals a consistent trajectory examining sensory challenges in collective animal systems, with emphasis on echolocating bats. The research spans experimental field work, computational modeling, and methodological innovations in acoustic and video tracking. Recent work has expanded into developing computational tools like the beamshapes Python package for sound source modeling and exploring robot platforms to simulate bat collective behavior. Carl-Zeiss Nexus grant for inter-disciplinary research (2025) DFG Walter Benjamin postdoc grant (2021-2023) Early Career Researcher Award at International Bioacoustics Congress Google Cloud Platform Research Credits award ($1000) DAAD-GSSP Stipend for doctoral studies (2015-2020) Dr. Beleyur actively mentors students in her lab, currently supervising PhD student Frithjof and Master's student Aditya, following the completion of Gabriele's Master's thesis on the active-sensing Ro-BAT platform. Her research program is supported by competitive grants including the Carl-Zeiss Nexus grant and previously the DFG Walter Benjamin fellowship, which funded her work on 'The How and What of Active Sensing Collectives.' The Active Sensing Collectives Lab brings together an interdisciplinary team working at the interface of sensory biology, robotics, and collective behavior. The lab develops novel computational methods for analyzing complex datasets from multi-sensor field recordings, with emphasis on creating tools for long-term community use. Current projects include characterizing echolocating groups in the field and studying sensorimotor strategies using computational modeling.