جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lindsay R. Mehrkamمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Animal Behavior
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Human-Animal Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lindsay R. Mehrkam, Ph.D., BCBA-D is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Monmouth University. She directs the Human-Animal Wellness Collaboratory (HAWC) and Aquatic Animal Learning Lab, serves as Program Coordinator for the MU-Six Flags Affiliation, and holds Vice-Chair position on the Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC). Her work bridges applied animal behavior, welfare science, and behavior analysis across diverse settings including zoos, shelters, and sanctuaries. Education: Ph.D., University of Florida M.S., University of Florida B.A., Franklin & Marshall College Research Focus: Dr. Mehrkam investigates environmental influences on play, aggression, and stereotypic behaviors in companion and exotic animals, develops evidence-based enrichment and training protocols for captive welfare, and evaluates human-animal interactions in therapeutic contexts. Her approach integrates behavior analysis with ethology to create practical solutions for animal care facilities, emphasizing measurable welfare outcomes through rigorous experimental design. Publication Trends: Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on applied behavior analysis in animal contexts (2014-2020), with 60% targeting canine behavior, 20% marine/exotic species, and 20% cross-species welfare assessment. Key methodological themes include functional analysis of problem behaviors (33% of papers), enrichment efficacy testing (27%), and preference assessment protocols (20%). Her work increasingly incorporates physiological biomarkers alongside behavioral metrics since 2017. Awards & Recognition: Creativity Grant (2020) Maddie's Fund Grant: Do Playgroups Increase Behavioral and Physiological Welfare in Shelter Dogs? (2017, $131,395 as PI) Doctoral-Level Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BACB, Certificate #1-15-17919) Featured in Scientific American, Gizmodo, and Phys.org for feline/dolphin welfare research Professional Leadership: As Departmental Advising Coordinator, she guides students through field experiences at Six Flags and animal shelters. She serves as Vice President of ABAI's Applied Animal Behavior SIG and advisor for Big Oak Wolf Sanctuary. Her FEMA-invited webinar on Animal Emergency Preparedness demonstrates real-world impact of her research, while Swiss Veterinary Congress presentations establish international influence in clinical animal behavior. Laboratory Operations: The HAWC lab conducts collaborative research with animal shelters and sanctuaries on behavioral assessment protocols, while the Aquatic Animal Learning Lab partners with Six Flags to study marine mammal cognition. Both labs emphasize student involvement through the PY 411 Field Experience course, producing peer-reviewed publications with undergraduate co-authors and developing evidence-based welfare protocols adopted by multiple zoological institutions.

• Climate variability
• Palaeoclimatology
• Hydrology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Danielle Verdon-Kidd is an Associate Professor in Earth Sciences at the University of Newcastle, specializing in climate variability and extreme event analysis. Her research integrates palaeoclimatology, hydrology, and climatology to understand and mitigate climate-driven risks. She has held roles in the School of Environmental and Life Sciences since 2003, after completing her PhD in Civil Surveying & Environmental Engineering and Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Eng) at the University of Newcastle. Education: PhD (Civil Surveying & Environmental Engineering), University of Newcastle Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Eng), University of Newcastle Research Interests: Her work focuses on climate extremes (droughts, bushfires, tropical cyclones), palaeoclimate reconstructions, and interdisciplinary approaches to risk assessment. She emphasizes leveraging long-term data (e.g., tree rings, coral records) to inform water management, infrastructure planning, and community resilience. Key projects include collaborations with governments and industries to develop tools like CoastAdapt for coastal risk management. Publications & Awards: Over 100+ publications, including peer-reviewed journal articles and conference contributions. Notable awards include the Women in Research Fellowship (2018) and Envisage Program mentorship (2019). Advising & Partnerships: Supervises undergraduate and graduate students, fostering the next generation of climate researchers. Collaborates with federal/state agencies (e.g., NSW Department of Planning), water authorities, and international partners (e.g., University of Melbourne, Hydro Tasmania) to bridge scientific research and practical applications. Labs & Teams: Leads projects in palaeoclimate reconstruction, stochastic modeling, and climate adaptation. Active in interdisciplinary teams addressing climate change impacts on agriculture, biodiversity, and urban planning.

Tuukka Ruotsaloمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Brain-Computer Interfaces
• Human-Information Interaction
• Recommender Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Tuukka Ruotsalo serves as Associate Professor in the Machine Learning Section at the Department of Computer Science, University of Copenhagen. His research bridges human cognition with computational systems through brain-computer interfaces and physiological computing. As Academy Research Fellow at University of Helsinki (2019-2024), he maintained dual institutional affiliations while leading cutting-edge work in neuro-linguistic modeling and affective relevance. His research focuses on brain-computer interfaces for information retrieval , where he pioneers methods to decode cognitive states from neural signals to improve search systems. Key areas include affective relevance modeling that integrates emotional states into search algorithms, and neuro-linguistic reconstruction that translates brain activity into language. His work on fairness-relevance tradeoffs in recommender systems established Pareto frontier evaluation frameworks now widely adopted in ethical AI research. Recent publications demonstrate how physiological signals like EEG and galvanic skin response can create more adaptive human-information interaction systems. Ruotsalo's scientific recognition includes the prestigious Academy Research Fellow position. His publications in IEEE Transactions on Human-Machine Systems , Journal of the Association for Information Science and Technology , and Communications Biology reveal growing interdisciplinary impact. His advising spans cognitive neuroscience and machine learning students, with notable collaborations across the SCIENCE AI Centre. Current projects include the TreeSense initiative for remote sensing of global tree resources and development of quantum-inspired neural architectures. His lab leverages the department's powerful compute cluster for large-scale physiological data analysis.

Fran Cabada-Blancoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Marine Conservation
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Coral Reef Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fran Cabada-Blanco is a Senior Lecturer and Programme Lead (Post Graduate Taught) at the University of Portsmouth's Faculty of Science & Health, affiliated with the School of the Environment and Life Sciences. Her research focuses on marine biodiversity conservation, integrating ecological and socio-economic approaches. She holds a Doctorate in conservation and marine resource management, emphasizing rare species monitoring and technology-driven ecological assessments. Her teaching responsibilities include coordinating MSc courses in Applied Aquatic Biology, Science Communication, and Ecological Research Methods. She contributes to undergraduate modules in Marine Ecology, Biogeography, and Ecophysiology. Her research spans coral reef dynamics, socio-ecological systems, and endangered species conservation. Recent work includes mangrove restoration strategies, coral reef health assessments in Venezuela, and softshell turtle conservation in India. She collaborates globally, with publications in Science of the Total Environment , PLoS One , and Frontiers in Marine Science . Her contributions include over 17 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on marine biodiversity, conservation frameworks, and ecosystem resilience. She is affiliated with the Centre for Blue Governance, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions for marine sustainability.

Marianne Zeyringerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Renewable Energy Systems
• Power System Modeling
• Climate Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marianne Zeyringer is an Associate Professor in Renewable Energy Systems at the Department of Technology Systems (ITS), University of Oslo. She leads the Energy Systems Modelling Group and co-leads the SPATUS Thematic Research Group. Her research focuses on designing net-zero energy systems with high shares of renewables, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches integrating social sciences and climate science. She coordinates the UiO:Energy Convergence Environment EMPOWER and leads initiatives like the dScience Community Forum. Previously, she held roles at UCL Energy Institute, the European Commission Joint Research Centre, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. She teaches Energy Markets and Regulation and supervises multiple PhD students exploring topics like hydrogen storage, social factors in energy models, and climate risk. She actively contributes to editorial boards and international projects, including the NextGen Energy Climate Group and the ERC grant reFUEL. Her work emphasizes climate-resilient energy systems, spatial-temporal modeling, and equity considerations. Notable contributions include highRES-Europe, a high-resolution electricity system model, and studies on wind energy variability and policy impacts.

Marina Schoemakerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
• Motor Control and Motor Learning
• Pediatric Rehabilitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marina Schoemaker is a Senior Lecturer at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), affiliated with the Faculty of Medical Sciences and the Department of Human Movement Sciences. She holds a PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Groningen (1992) and has conducted research in the UK under an ESF grant. Her expertise focuses on Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), motor control, and pediatric rehabilitation. She has organized international DCD conferences and chairs the Dutch steering committee for DCD clinical guidelines. Education includes a Master's in clinical psychology and a PhD on physical therapy interventions for children with DCD. Research interests span assessment tools, intervention efficacy, motor performance variability, and cross-cultural DCD screening. She supervises PhD students on topics like motor control theories and DCD risk factors. Her work contributes to UN SDG 3 (Good Health) through improving DCD diagnosis and intervention. Key projects include the Little DCD-Q screening tool validation and motor variability studies in children with DCD. Teaching includes courses on motor development and rehabilitation theories for medical students. Professional activities include roles on international DCD research groups and organizing consensus meetings. Media engagements address child motor development topics like swimming and play-based interventions.

Chris Funkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Climate Science
• Environmental Science
• Climate Change
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chris Funk is the Director of the Climate Hazards Center (CHC) at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), within the Department of Geography. His work focuses on developing climate data systems and monitoring tools to support disaster response, particularly in drought and famine-prone regions. He leads an international team of Earth scientists to improve early warning systems for weather and climate extremes. Research Interests: Chris’ research revolves around climate change impacts, drought prediction, and the development of high-resolution climate datasets. His work integrates satellite and station data to create tools like the CHIRPS precipitation dataset and CHIRTS temperature records. He emphasizes bridging scientific research with actionable insights for humanitarian and agricultural decision-making. Labs/Teams: Chris directs the Climate Hazards Center, collaborating with institutions like NASA, NOAA, and the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET). His contributions include advancing methodologies for tracking climate extremes and their societal consequences, such as the 2020 book Drought Early Warning and Forecasting and the upcoming Drought, Flood, Fire (Cambridge Press, 2021).

• Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Sleep Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicola Cellini is an Associate Professor at the Department of General Psychology of the University of Padova. His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, sleep science, and psychological mechanisms underlying memory, emotion, and decision-making. He has conducted extensive studies on sleep deprivation effects, emotional memory consolidation, and the application of wearable health technology for sleep monitoring. His work bridges clinical psychology, neurophysiology, and behavioral science, often involving interdisciplinary collaborations. Key research areas include: Neurophysiological correlates of time perception Cognitive and emotional consequences of sleep fragmentation Role of REM sleep in emotional processing Technology validation for sleep tracking (e.g., Xiaomi Mi Band 5) Psychosocial factors in pandemic mental health (e.g., time perspective theory) His recent publications highlight trends in: Clinical applications of rTMS for addiction treatment Impact of biophilic environments on psychophysiological recovery Interplay between sleep quality and false memory formation Age-related differences in sleep patterns during pandemics Notable contributions include methodological advancements in sleep monitoring technology validation and cross-cultural analyses of psychological resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sylvia Pontمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Perceptual Intelligence
• Lighting Design
• Multisensory Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Sylvia Pont is a Professor of Perceptual Intelligence at Delft University of Technology, leading the Perceptual Intelligence lab and section. Her work focuses on multisensory design, lighting science, and ecological optics, emphasizing cross-disciplinary approaches to real-world perception challenges. She coordinates the Master’s course Lighting Design and teaches in human-centered design and multisensory systems. As an Associate Editor for the Journal of Vision , her research bridges art, science, and design, with notable contributions to lighting design methods and material perception. Research Themes: Multisensory experiences, light-material interactions, perceptual intelligence, and healthcare environments. Media & Outreach: Featured in ILI Magazine , Radio Omroep Delft , and public lectures like the Van Leeuwenhoek Lecture on light perception. Professional Roles: Board member of Stichting Dutch Daylight (2022–2026), promoting daylight research and applications. Her publications span lighting science, AI ethics, and healthcare acoustics, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary innovation. Recent work includes studies on ICU soundscapes, algorithmic fairness, and the perceptual impact of light color changes.

Sheleigh Lawlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Psychology
• Public Health
• Health Promotion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Sheleigh Lawler is a health psychology expert and Head of the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at The University of Queensland. Her research focuses on health behaviors, psychosocial factors, and communication strategies in public health contexts. She leads interdisciplinary teams addressing chronic disease prevention, Indigenous health equity, and behavioral interventions. She holds a PhD from The University of Auckland and has extensive experience in program evaluation, including the '10,000 Lives' smoking cessation initiative and cancer screening equity projects. Education: Bachelor of Arts, The University of Auckland Masters (Coursework), The University of Auckland Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Auckland Research Interests: She investigates psychosocial variables influencing health behaviors, blended learning pedagogy in public health, and behavioral interventions for chronic diseases. Her work emphasizes health equity, particularly for Indigenous populations, and integrates mHealth/eHealth solutions. Grants and Funding: Current NHMRC Synergy Grant (2024–2029): Achieving Equity in Cancer Screening for First Nations Peoples Queensland Health Grant (2023): Tobacco Reduction Reforms and Skin Cancer Prevention Past NHMRC Project Grant (2008–2013): Telephone Counselling for Diabetes Advising and Supervision: Supervises PhD and Master's students on topics like cancer survivorship care, mHealth for hypertension management, and AI-driven smoking cessation tools. Current projects include evaluating social inclusion programs and Indigenous cancer screening equity. Labs/Teams: Active in initiatives such as the 'Stepping Stone Clubhouse' mental health program evaluation and the development of the Quin chatbot for smoking cessation. Collaborates with government agencies and industry on public health campaigns.

Helen Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ocean Circulation
• Climate Science
• Physical Oceanography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Helen Johnson is a Professor of Ocean and Climate Science at the University of Oxford's Department of Earth Sciences and a member of St Cross College. She serves as the Academic Convenor of the Oxford Climate Research Network (OCRN). Her research focuses on ocean circulation's role in the climate system, particularly in the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, using fluid dynamics, numerical models, and observations. She teaches courses on climate processes, climate change, and oceanography at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Education and Career: BSc in Physics and Meteorology from the University of Reading; PhD in Physical Oceanography from the same institution; postdoctoral work at the University of Victoria, Canada; Royal Society University Research Fellow (2005–2013); Associate Professor at the University of Oxford (prior to 2020); and Adjunct Professor at the University of Bergen, Norway (2014–2017). Research Interests: Johnson’s work combines theoretical approaches, numerical modeling, and field observations to study ocean dynamics. Her group explores processes like dense water formation, meridional overturning circulation, and Arctic/Atlantic interactions. They also investigate coral reef connectivity in the Indian Ocean and the impacts of climate change on oceanic systems. Publications Highlight Trends: Recent work emphasizes Arctic and North Atlantic circulation variability, climate model improvements, and coral reef connectivity. Key themes include subpolar gyre dynamics, wind-driven circulation changes, and the role of surface factors in ocean stratification. Awards: Recognized as a Royal Society University Research Fellow (2005–2013). Her research group actively engages in fieldwork, including oceanographic expeditions and ice studies. Advising and Labs: Leads a research group focusing on ocean-climate interactions. Collaborates with institutions globally, including the University of Bergen. Engages in interdisciplinary projects, such as climate communication through theater and STEM education initiatives. Labs/Teams: Active in the OCRN and collaborates with international groups on Arctic and Atlantic oceanography projects.

• Microbiology
• Environmental Science
• Climate Change
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreas Richter is a Professor affiliated with the Department of Microbiology and Ecosystem Science and the Department of Analytical Chemistry within the Faculty of Chemistry. His research focuses on soil microbiology, climate change impacts, microbial ecology, and biogeochemical processes. Key interests include soil organic carbon dynamics, microbial responses to environmental stressors (e.g., drought, warming), and permafrost thaw effects on nitrogen cycles. He has led or co-led 12 projects, including studies on permafrost nitrogen cycling, Arctic microbial growth, and European polar research coordination. His research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and life on land. Richter’s recent work explores drought impacts on plant-soil carbon allocation, microbial community shifts under climate change, and metatranscriptomic techniques for quantifying soil microbiomes. His activities include keynote lectures and presentations on soil systems ecology and Arctic microbiology. His publications (285+ articles) span journals like Global Change Biology , Soil Biology and Biochemistry , and Molecular Ecology Resources , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to environmental challenges.

Yuting Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Probabilistic Geotechnics
• Reliability-Based Design
• Data-Driven Site Characterisation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Yuting Zhang serves as a Research Fellow within the Department of Civil, Maritime, and Environmental Engineering at the University of Southampton's Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. He is an integral member of the Royal Academy of Engineering Chair Centre of Excellence for Intelligent & Resilient Ocean Engineering (IROE), focusing on machine learning applications for geotechnical site characterization. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree and MPhil in Geotechnical Engineering from Wuhan University, China, followed by a 2024 PhD from the University of Newcastle, Australia, specializing in probabilistic calibration of resistance factors for piling designs. Zhang's research centers on probabilistic geotechnics and reliability-based design methodologies, with particular emphasis on data-driven site characterization techniques. His work bridges machine learning algorithms with geotechnical and geophysical data analysis to enhance foundation engineering practices, especially in offshore and marine environments. Current projects investigate spatial soil variability effects on pile group reliability, optimization of resistance factors, and innovative data augmentation approaches for rock fracture prediction. His publication record demonstrates consistent output in high-impact journals since 2022, with recent 2025 publications indicating active research momentum. The articles reveal strong thematic focus on probabilistic methods for pile design, integration of diverse geotechnical data sources, and machine learning applications in subsurface characterization. As part of the Infrastructure Group and Southampton Marine and Maritime Institute, Zhang contributes to ocean energy research initiatives while maintaining active collaborations with international researchers including Jinsong Huang, Jiawei Xie, and Anna Giacomini. His work supports the development of more resilient offshore infrastructure through advanced geotechnical reliability frameworks.

Jochen Linßenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Hydrogen Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Jochen Linßen is a Professor at the Institute of Climate and Energy Systems (ICE) , specifically within the Jülich Systems Analysis (ICE-2) group at the Research Center Jülich GmbH. His work focuses on advancing energy systems modeling, renewable energy integration, and hydrogen technology. Key research areas include the techno-economic analysis of energy transition pathways, hydrogen cost-potentials, and the interplay between energy systems and transportation networks. His expertise spans climate policy, infrastructure planning, and the development of frameworks for long-term mobility demand modeling. He has contributed to high-resolution assessments of renewable energy resources and the evaluation of green hydrogen’s role in decarbonizing industries. Recent work emphasizes AI-driven risk mitigation in energy systems and the impact of natural hazards on energy infrastructure resilience. Research Interests: Modeling of energy systems and hydrogen networks Renewables integration and curtailment challenges Transportation electrification and hydrogen fueling infrastructure Climate policy and decarbonization strategies Key Projects: ETHOS. MODE. regional framework for mobility demand analysis Global assessments of wind and solar power potentials Hydrogen supply chain optimization for Germany and Europe His collaborative approach bridges engineering, economics, and environmental science to address systemic challenges in energy transitions. Ongoing efforts include participatory mapping of green hydrogen potentials in sub-Saharan Africa and analysis of automated driving’s impact on road networks.

• Reactive flow and transport modeling
• Geochemical processes
• Groundwater dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Martin Andersen is an Associate Professor with the Water Research Laboratory and School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). His research focuses on hydrogeology, groundwater dynamics, and surface water-groundwater interactions, with particular emphasis on coastal zone processes and reactive flow and transport modeling. Dr. Andersen's research interests span several critical areas in hydrogeology and environmental science. His work on reactive flow and transport modeling examines how chemical reactions affect water movement through geological formations. He investigates geochemical processes and groundwater dynamics in coastal zones, which is crucial for understanding saltwater intrusion and managing coastal aquifers. His research on surface water-groundwater interactions helps inform sustainable water resource management, particularly in Australia's diverse hydrological environments. Andersen has made significant contributions to understanding how climate variability affects groundwater recharge processes and the implications for water security in arid and semi-arid regions. Analysis of Dr. Andersen's recent publications reveals a strong focus on understanding complex hydrological systems through innovative methodologies. His work spans multiple disciplines including hydrogeology, climate science, biogeochemistry, and computational modeling. A key trend in his research is the investigation of groundwater dynamics in various environmental contexts - from arid zone aquifers to coastal wetlands and fractured rock systems. He employs diverse approaches including field monitoring networks, laboratory experiments, statistical modeling, and paleoclimate reconstructions to address pressing water resource challenges. His research has significant implications for sustainable groundwater management, climate adaptation strategies, and ecosystem conservation. Dr. Andersen is actively involved in several research teams and laboratories. As an Associate Director in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UNSW, he contributes to the Water Research Laboratory's mission of advancing water science and engineering. His work often involves interdisciplinary collaborations across hydrology, geology, environmental science, and climate research. Through his leadership in establishing monitoring networks and conducting field experiments, he has helped build valuable infrastructure for ongoing water research in Australia.