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Hans Van Eyghenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Religious Epistemology
• Cognitive Science of Religion
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hans Van Eyghen is an Assistant Professor in the Tilburg School of Catholic Theology at Tilburg University, specializing in religious epistemology and cognitive science of religion. He holds a PhD from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and master's degrees in theology and philosophy from KU Leuven. His research explores the intersection of religious belief systems with cognitive neuroscience, emphasizing topics like spirit beliefs, psychedelics, and replication in the humanities. Research Interests include: religious epistemology, cognitive science of religion, philosophy of psychedelics, replication studies in humanities, and Afro-Caribbean religious practices. Recent work focuses on AI ethics, the justification of spirit beliefs, and historical replication of scientific-religious narratives. Publications span Discover Artificial Intelligence , Zygon , and Religious Studies , with a notable book The Epistemology of Spirit Beliefs (2023). He has led projects on replication in historiography and organized conferences on topics like 'Psychedelics and the Entropic Brain.' His work bridges philosophy, cognitive science, and theology, advocating interdisciplinary approaches to understanding religious cognition and its societal implications.

• Computational Arts
• Generative Systems
• Immersive Environments
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Graham Wakefield is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computational Arts at York University's School of the Arts, Media, Performance and Design (AMPD). He is also a Canada Research Chair in Computational Worldmaking and leads the Alice Lab, focusing on biomorphic intelligence and immersive mixed realities. His research spans generative systems, artificial life, and creative software development, with notable collaborations on the 'Artificial Nature' series and contributions to the AlloSphere project. Wakefield holds a Ph.D. in Media Arts and Technology from UC Santa Barbara and has taught and researched globally, including at institutions like KAIST and Sogang University in South Korea. Education: Ph.D., Media Arts & Technology, University of California, Santa Barbara (2007–2012) M.Sc., Media Arts & Technology, UC Santa Barbara (2004–2007) M.Mus., Composition, Goldsmiths College, University of London (2002–2004) B.A. (Hons), Philosophy, University of Warwick (1994–1997) Research Interests: Wakefield’s work emphasizes open-ended computational systems applied to immersive environments and generative art. His projects explore bio-inspired systems, generative audiovisual composition, and interactive installations. Key themes include real-time systems, modular synthesis, and the intersection of art and AI. The Artificial Nature series exemplifies his focus on evolving ecosystems and user interaction. Publications & Awards: His work has been exhibited at SIGGRAPH, ISEA, and NIME. Notable awards include the VIDA 16.0 competition and a Best Paper at NIME 2013. Recent publications address modular synthesis, live coding, and immersive environments. Grants & Service: He has secured grants from the Canada Foundation for Innovation, SSHRC (Canada Research Chair), and others. Wakefield actively chairs committees for AI initiatives, faculty searches, and interdisciplinary research units like the Centre for Artificial Intelligence & Society. Labs & Collaborations: The Alice Lab at York University develops tools like COSM and gibber , and collaborates on projects such as the Synaptic Time Tunnel for SIGGRAPH 2023. Wakefield co-authored Generating Sound & Organizing Time and contributes to Max/MSP/Jitter through Cycling '74.

Martin Griningerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Enzymology
• Structural Biology
• Protein Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Martin Grininger is a Lichtenberg Professor at Goethe University Frankfurt, leading a research group focused on enzymology and structural biology. Previously, he was a project leader at the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry. His primary affiliations are with the Department of Chemistry at Goethe University, where he conducts cutting-edge research on fatty acid synthases (FAS), polyketide synthases (PKS), and protein engineering. His research interests encompass the structural and functional analysis of megasynthases, particularly FAS and PKS systems, with applications in biotechnology. Key areas include substrate shuttling mechanisms, enzyme kinetics, and the engineering of enzymes for directed polyketide production. Grininger's work integrates cryo-electron microscopy (Cryo-EM), biochemical assays, and synthetic biology to design novel biosynthetic pathways. Recent studies highlight advancements in understanding FAS/PKS structure-function relationships and their application in producing industrially relevant compounds like short-chain fatty acids and fluorinated polyketides. His group also explores dodecin proteins for bioengineering applications, including flavin storage and material science. Education: Prior positions at Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry (Martinsried) before joining Goethe University in 2012. Grants/Funding: Supported by the Volkswagen Foundation through the Lichtenberg Professorship. Labs/Teams: Active laboratory at Goethe University's Chemical Institute (Room 417), focusing on structural enzymology and biocatalysis. Current doctoral students include Alexander Rittner, Florian Bourdeaux, Mirko Joppe, Franziska Stegemann, Felix Lehmann, and Lynn Buyachuihan. Alumni have pursued roles in academia and industry worldwide.

Ray Sedwickمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Space Power and Propulsion
• Plasma Applications
• Fusion Power
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ray Sedwick is the Keystone Professor of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Maryland, affiliated with the Maryland Energy Innovation Institute. He holds a B.S. from Penn State University and M.S./Ph.D. degrees from MIT in Aeronautics and Astronautics. His research focuses on space power systems, plasma applications, fusion propulsion, and advanced power conversion. Sedwick leads the Space Power and Propulsion Laboratory and has pioneered work in electromagnetic formation flight, wireless power transfer, and laser ablation propulsion for debris removal. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles and holds multiple patents in space technology. His honors include the NSF CAREER Award, NASA fellowships, and the Raymond Bisplinghoff Teaching Fellowship. Professional roles include Associate Editor of the AIAA Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets and leadership in AIAA’s Nuclear and Future Flight Technical Committee. Sedwick collaborates with NASA, Lockheed Martin, and other industry partners on projects like the Direct Fusion Drive and cryogenic thermal control for superconducting magnets. His teaching spans space propulsion, thermodynamics, and advanced propulsion systems.

Hisham Saidمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Industrialized Construction
• Generative Design
• Spatial Scheduling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hisham Said is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Sustainable Engineering at Santa Clara University (SCU) , where he also founded and coordinates the Construction Management program. His academic journey began at Cairo University (B.Sc. 2003, M.Sc. 2006) before earning his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) in 2010. He previously held a postdoctoral position at Purdue University in the Division of Construction Engineering and Management. Research Interests: Dr. Said specializes in industrialized construction , generative design , spatial scheduling , and construction labor relations . His work bridges smart building technologies , offsite construction , and sustainability frameworks , with a focus on data-driven optimization of construction processes. Key Publications: Recent articles analyze hybrid modularization , CLT construction networks , and agility frameworks for modular construction. His research employs graph theory , spatial modeling , and machine learning to solve construction logistics and design change challenges. Awards: Senior Fellow, Collegium Helveticum (2022) Teaching Excellence Award (2019) Researcher of the Year (2017) Early Career Award (2013) Best Paper Award (2012) Grants & Projects: Dr. Said has secured over $150,000 in grants from organizations like ELECTRI International and CII for research on smart building impacts , unionization dynamics , and BIM cost models . He also leads the Construction Processes and Operations Optimization (CP2O) Lab at SCU.

Andrés Faíñaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Modular Robots
• Evolutionary Robotics
• Liquid Handling Robots
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Andrés Faíña serves as an Associate Professor at the IT University of Copenhagen, Denmark, specializing in robotics and automation systems. His academic foundation stems from the University of A Coruña, Spain, where he earned advanced degrees in engineering disciplines. His educational credentials include: PhD in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (2011), University of A Coruña MSc & BSc in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering (2006), University of A Coruña Research focuses on innovative robotic solutions with emphasis: Modular Robots for adaptable system design Evolutionary Robotics for autonomous development Liquid Handling Robots optimizing laboratory workflows Automatic Design of Robots enhancing engineering efficiency These interests converge in practical applications for laboratory automation and user-centric robotics. He co-founded Flow Robotics ( http://flow-robotics.com ), developing flexible liquid handling robots to automate pipetting tasks. Master's students are invited to explore project opportunities through his institutional portal. No scientific awards were documented in the source material.

• Quantum Computing
• Neural Networks
• Genetic Algorithms
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Delphine Nicolay is a researcher at the Faculty of Science, University of Namur , affiliated with the Namur Institute for Complex Systems . Her work spans quantum computing, neural networks, and optimization techniques. Doctorate in Science (2018) Master in Mathematical Sciences (2012) Research Focus: She specializes in quantum neural networks , genetic algorithms , and their applications to robotics and renewable energy optimization . Her publications highlight advancements in quantum algorithm design, modular network training, and solar thermal collector efficiency. Scientific Contributions: Key conference participations include WIVACE 2017 and Complex Networks workshops. Her work on multi-objective optimization (2014) demonstrated significant improvements in solar technology.

Hasan Sözerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Software Engineering
• Software Architecture Design
• Software Fault Tolerance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hasan Sözer is a Professor at the Department of Computer Science , Ozyegin University , where he has worked since 2011. His research focuses on software engineering , particularly in software architecture recovery , fault tolerance , and distributed systems . Education: B.Sc. in Computer Engineering , Bilkent University (2002) M.Sc. in Computer Engineering , Bilkent University (2004) Ph.D. in Computer Science , University of Twente (2009) Research Interests include software architecture design , test automation , and self-adaptive systems . His work often combines genetic algorithms and heuristics for architecture recovery, with applications in blockchain security and embedded systems . Scientific Projects funded by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey include topics like automated web application testing , blockchain-based security solutions , and serverless function deployment . He collaborates with industry partners such as Turkcell Technology , Vestel , and Fibabanka . Students under his supervision include Hüseyin Yapıcı , who defended a thesis on evolutionary coupling metrics . He leads the Ozyegin University Software Research Lab (SRL) , which focuses on modular architecture recovery and test model refinement .

• Evolutionary Biology
• Genomics
• Comparative Morphology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Patrick Arnold is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute for Biochemistry and Biology , University of Potsdam. His research integrates genomics , comparative morphology , paleontology , and phylogenetic modeling to study vertebrate evolution, particularly focusing on Afrotheria, mammalian neck evolution, and limb bone adaptation. PhD in Zoology (2018), University of Jena/Max Planck Institute MSc in Evolutionary Biology (2014), University of Jena BSc in Biology (2012), University of Jena His work explores the evolutionary history of Afrotherians, the constraints on mammalian cervical vertebrae count, and locomotor adaptation in tetrapods. Recent studies investigate Macroscelidea phylogeny, cervical spine mechanics in sloths, and the role of Hox genes in vertebral regionalization. Arnold contributes to teaching in general zoology , comparative morphology , and evolutionary biology methods . He is associated with the Evolutionary Adaptive Genomics Group , collaborating on projects funded by the ERC , DFG , and Klaus Tschira Foundation .

• Neurology
• Health Disparities
• Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Victor Ekuta is a lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania's Penn Memory Center and a physician-scientist-in-training with affiliations to multiple academic institutions. He holds a BA in biology and philosophy-neuroscience-psychology (PNP) from Washington University in St. Louis and has completed prestigious fellowships including the Clark Scholar program, Black Men’s Brain Health Fellowship, and Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellowship. His research focuses on intersecting neurology, health disparities, and STEM diversity initiatives. Key areas include Alzheimer's disease biomarkers, neurostimulation techniques, and medical technology validation for minority populations. His 2025 publications examine ASAH2 proteins in Alzheimer's pathology and equity-focused healthcare innovation. Scientific accolades include: Clark Scholar Black Men’s Brain Health Fellow MIT linQ Catalyst Healthcare Innovation Fellow Penn Memory Center Minority Scholar in Aging Research Doris Duke Clinical Research Fellow Ekuta actively promotes diversity in STEM through roles at MIT's Office of Engineering Outreach Programs and plans to specialize in academic neurology combining patient care, research, and advocacy to address brain health inequities.

Frank Schroederمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Biology
• Metabolomics
• Analytical Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Frank Schroeder is a distinguished scientist at Cornell University and the Boyce Thompson Institute (BTI), holding appointments in both the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology and Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology (BMCB) graduate fields. His research focuses on Chemical Biology and Cell Biology , particularly the structural and functional characterization of biogenic small molecules (BSMs) that regulate development, immunity, and inter-organism communication. He leads an interdisciplinary lab with active collaborations across Caltech, Weill Cornell, MIT, and Max Planck Institutes. Key Research Areas: Metabolomics of Caenorhabditis elegans and other nematodes Host-microbiota interactions in mammals Development of NMR/MS-based analytical methodologies Chemical ecology of fungi for antibiotic discovery Scientific Recognition: HHMI Faculty Scholars Program (2016) Daniel F. Klessig Distinguished Scientist title Teaching: Advanced Analytical Chemistry (CHEM6250) at Cornell Focus on NMR and mass spectrometry applications The lab's NMR-driven approaches have uncovered novel BSMs like gluconucleosides, acylspermidines, and ascaroside derivatives, revealing unexpected biosynthetic pathways and conserved functions across species. Recent work includes host-microbe co-metabolism in immune regulation and a groundbreaking click-chemistry enrichment strategy (DIMEN) for metabolome analysis. His team has trained numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, many of whom now hold academic or industry positions.

Aleks Nivinaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Natural product biosynthesis
• modular polyketide synthases
• antibiotic biosynthesis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Aleks Nivina serves as a Junior Group Leader at the University of Zurich's Department of Evolutionary Biology and Environmental Studies, holding a prestigious SNSF Ambizione fellowship since 2023. Her interdisciplinary work bridges molecular biology, genetics, and evolutionary studies to decipher mechanisms of natural product biosynthesis and genetic innovation in bacterial systems. Her academic foundation includes a Pharm.D. in Pharmaceutical Research (2006-2015) and M.Sc. in Systems and Synthetic Biology (2011-2012) from Paris Descartes University, followed by a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Biology at the Institut Pasteur (2012-2016). Postdoctoral training at Stanford University (2017-2022) and industry experience at Codexis Inc. (2022-2023) preceded her current independent research position. Nivina's research centers on natural product biosynthesis , particularly modular polyketide synthases and antibiotic pathways, with critical investigations into antibiotic resistance mechanisms . She pioneers studies on enzyme evolution through DNA recombination and gene conversion, employing cutting-edge approaches from single-molecule biophysics to machine learning. Her work reveals how genetic elements like integrons and GRINS systems accelerate evolutionary innovation in biosynthetic pathways. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications shows a cohesive trajectory from fundamental studies of DNA recombination dynamics to engineered applications in polyketide synthase diversification. Her scholarship demonstrates increasing integration of computational methods with experimental validation, particularly in refining recombination sites and modeling evolutionary landscapes in antibiotic-producing systems. Her scientific recognition includes: SNSF Ambizione fellowship (2023-present) Funded by her Ambizione grant, Nivina leads an independent research group establishing novel methodologies for genetic engineering of biosynthetic pathways. While currently building her team and not yet supervising graduate students, her lab focuses on harnessing evolutionary principles to combat antibiotic resistance through rational design of antimicrobial compounds and resistance-bypassing strategies. Based in Zurich's Winterthurerstrasse campus, her laboratory combines structural biology, evolutionary genetics, and synthetic biology approaches to investigate how DNA secondary structures and recombination mechanisms drive functional innovation in natural product biosynthesis, with implications for next-generation antibiotic development.

Richard M. Karpمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Biology
• Algorithms
• Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Richard M. Karp is a Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, holding the Class of 1939 Chair in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences within the College of Engineering. He has been affiliated with UC Berkeley from 1968-1994 and again from 1999 to present, and has also served as a Research Scientist at the International Computer Science Institute in Berkeley since 1988. His career spans over five decades, beginning with his time at IBM Research from 1959-1968. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Harvard University (1959), an S.M. in Applied Mathematics (1956), and an A.B. in Mathematics (1955), all from Harvard. Karp's research spans multiple domains with a focus on algorithmic methods in genomics and computer networking . His work integrates theoretical computer science with practical applications in biological systems. He has made significant contributions across three primary research areas: Biosystems & Computational Biology (BIO), Operating Systems & Networking (OSNT), and Theory (THY). His interdisciplinary approach connects computational theory with real-world problems in molecular biology, network design, and combinatorial optimization. His early work in theoretical computer science laid foundations for complexity theory, while his later work has focused increasingly on computational biology applications. His research has been supported through affiliations with the Center for Computational Biology (CCB), Industrial Engineering and Operations Research (IEOR), and the Simons Institute for the Theory of Computing (SITC). Among his numerous honors are the Turing Award, National Medal of Science, Kyoto Prize, Von Neumann Theory Prize, and membership in multiple prestigious academies including the U.S. National Academies of Sciences and Engineering, the American Philosophical Society, and the French Academy of Sciences. Karp has supervised thirty-six Ph.D. students throughout his career, contributing significantly to the development of new generations of computer scientists. His work has been supported by numerous research grants across theoretical computer science, computational biology, and network theory. He has been instrumental in establishing interdisciplinary research programs that bridge computer science with biological sciences. He has been actively involved with the International Computer Science Institute in Berkeley since 1988, contributing to research teams focused on theoretical computer science and its applications to biological problems. His work has often involved collaborative teams spanning multiple disciplines, particularly in the field of computational biology where computer scientists work alongside biologists and medical researchers.

• Synthetic Biology
• Genetic Engineering
• RNA-based Biotechnology
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Daniel Schindler is a Visiting Scientist at the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology in Marburg, Germany, affiliated with the DNA Service Unit . His work focuses on synthetic biology, genetic engineering, and RNA-based technologies. Research Interests : Daniel Schindler's research spans synthetic biology and microbial genomics, with emphasis on RNA engineering, DNA assembly techniques, and metabolic pathway optimization. He explores the application of Golden Gate cloning, synthetic secondary chromosomes, and CRISPR tools for precise genetic manipulation. Recent Publications : His work highlights advancements in synthetic small RNA design, high-throughput DNA assembly, and phage engineering. Themes include microbial systems biology, enzyme evolution, and scalable genome modification. Contact : Email: daniel.schindler@mpi-marburg.mpg.de Phone: +49 6421 178 530 Address: Karl-von-Frisch-Strasse 10, 35043 Marburg, Germany

Yamuna Krishnanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemical Biology
• Biophysics
• Organic Chemistry
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Yamuna Krishnan is the Louis Block Professor of Chemistry at the University of Chicago, where she leads innovative research at the intersection of chemistry, biology, and nanotechnology. Her work focuses on developing DNA-based nanodevices for quantitative chemical imaging of living systems, with particular emphasis on mapping the chemical composition of cellular organelles. Dr. Krishnan's research interests center on understanding how the lumenal chemical composition of organelles—optimized over evolutionary timescales—impacts organelle function, cell physiology, and ultimately organism behavior. Her lab has pioneered several groundbreaking DNA nanodevices including CalipHluor for calcium measurement in acidic organelles, Clensor for chloride ion measurement, and z-cHOClate for measuring pH and hypochlorous acid levels in phagosomes. Her recent work published in Science Advances (2024) identified the protein responsible for calcium entry into lysosomes, a discovery with significant implications for understanding and potentially treating neurodegenerative disorders like Parkinson's and ALS. The Krishnan lab's publications span diverse areas including organelle-specific ion dynamics, DNA nanotechnology applications, and quantitative chemical imaging methodologies. Major Scientific Awards: Infosys Prize in Physical Sciences (2017) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award, Chemical Sciences (2013) Cell's 40 under 40: next generation of thinkers in biology (2014) Innovator of the Year, Association of Women in Science, Chicago (2016) Scientific Innovations Award from the Brain Research Foundation (2015) Dr. Krishnan mentors a diverse team of graduate students, postdocs, and technicians working across multiple model systems including C. elegans , zebrafish, and mammalian cells. Her lab has received funding from prestigious sources including the National Institutes of Health, Human Frontier Science Program, and Ono Pharma Foundation. The Krishnan Lab is part of the Gordon Center for Integrative Science at the University of Chicago, where they continue to push the boundaries of quantitative chemical imaging in living systems.