جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Alexandre Jacquillatمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Data-driven decision-making
• Stochastic optimization
• Integer optimization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Alexandre Jacquillat is the Maurice F. Strong Career Development Associate Professor and Associate Professor of Operations Research and Statistics at MIT Sloan School of Management. His research focuses on data-driven decision-making with applications in air traffic management, urban mobility, and decarbonization. He holds a PhD in Engineering and MS degrees from MIT and École Polytechnique. Education PhD in Engineering, MIT MS in Technology and Policy, MIT MS in Applied Mathematics, École Polytechnique Research Interests His work develops scalable optimization models for efficient, equitable, and sustainable operations. Key areas include stochastic optimization, large-scale systems design, and machine learning applications in transportation and public policy. Recent projects explore vertiport planning for urban aerial mobility and prescriptive analytics for pandemic response. Awards Harold W. Kuhn Award (2024) INFORMS Harvey Greenberg Research Award (2023) MIT Jamieson Prize for Excellence in Teaching (2023) Multiple INFORMS Best Paper Awards (2015-2023) Named Leading Academic Data Leader by Chief Data Officer Magazine (2021-2022) Teaching & Grants Teaches courses in optimization (15.093, 15.083) and analytics (15.072). His grants support work in robotic warehousing, air traffic scheduling, and disaster response logistics. Advises on transportation analytics for industry and government. Labs/Teams Leads MIT Sloan's operations research group, collaborating with industry partners like McKinsey & Co. and Booz Allen Hamilton on transportation analytics and optimization projects.

Terry C. Lansdownمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human Factors
• Transport Safety
• Driver Behavior
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Terry C. Lansdown is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Sciences and Department of Psychology at Heriot-Watt University. His expertise lies in Human Factors, particularly focusing on driver safety, workload management, and attentional distraction in transportation contexts. Prior to his academic role, he worked as a senior researcher at the Transport Research Laboratory, contributing to numerous EU-funded and government-sponsored projects. His research integrates ergonomics principles with real-world applications, addressing issues like automated driving systems, social distractions in vehicles, and occupational health in construction industries. Key research interests include: Driver behavior and road safety Human factors in automated systems Workload and attentional demands in complex tasks Health and safety in small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) He has led studies on pandemic response strategies, such as the CHARIS project analyzing behavioral adherence during the COVID-19 crisis. Lansdown’s work frequently bridges psychological theory with practical interventions, including text messaging campaigns to improve construction worker safety and experimental designs to evaluate automation failure responses. Collaborations span academic and industrial sectors, with publications addressing topics ranging from UV exposure in outdoor workers to the cognitive impacts of in-vehicle distractions. His contributions align with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health (SDG 3) and sustainable cities (SDG 11).

Kevin Manaughمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Transportation
• Spatial Justice
• Decision Making Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin Manaugh is an Associate Professor at McGill University, specializing in Urban Planning with a focus on sustainable transportation and spatial justice. His research examines how decision-making processes in urban development balance environmental, economic, and social equity goals, particularly through transport systems. He holds a PhD in Urban Planning from McGill University (2013). His key research interests include integrating social equity into land use policies, analyzing accessibility impacts on socioeconomically diverse populations, and studying behavior change related to sustainable transportation. Current projects explore equitable transit accessibility, responses to local mobility policies, and health/well-being effects of sustainable transport choices. Manaugh has published extensively on transportation equity, urban form analysis, and GIS applications. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy implementation, emphasizing participatory approaches to urban planning. Notable contributions include studies on pandemic street reallocation equity and cycling infrastructure prioritization strategies. His research has been supported by interdisciplinary collaborations and applied to Canadian urban contexts. Despite prolific output, Manaugh maintains an active engagement with public discourse on urban mobility challenges and equitable urban futures.

Laura Eloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Biomedicine
• Medical Bioinformatics
• Data Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Laura Elo serves as Professor of Computational Medicine and Head of the Medical Bioinformatics Centre at the University of Turku, Finland. She concurrently holds the position of Research Director at Turku Bioscience Centre and acts as InFLAMES Flagship Contact, driving interdisciplinary biomedical research initiatives. Her academic foundation includes a PhD in Applied Mathematics (2007) and Adjunct Professorship in Biomathematics (2011), establishing her quantitative expertise before transitioning into biomedical applications. Her research program focuses on transforming molecular and clinical datasets through statistical modeling and advanced machine learning . Key thrusts include robust computational tools for proteome/epigenome analysis, AI-driven digital health diagnostics, and computational systems immunology for immune-mediated diseases. This work directly addresses challenges in reproducibility and scalability of high-throughput biotechnology data. Analysis of her recent publications reveals dominant themes in type 1 diabetes biomarker discovery , multi-omics integration , and immune system modeling , with strong emphasis on clinical translation through collaborations with experimental and medical teams. Her scientific recognition includes: JDRF Career Development Award Professor Elo actively trains MSc/PhD students and postdoctoral fellows while leading major research initiatives including ERC grants. Her teaching portfolio spans Bioinformatics Journal Club, AI in Diagnostics, and Systems Biology courses. The Elo Lab (https://elolab.utu.fi) operates as a hub for computational biomedicine, developing open-source tools like CellRomeR while maintaining close ties with Turku Bioscience Centre's experimental facilities for validating computational predictions in immunology and metabolic disease contexts.

Fahui Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Spatially-Integrated Social Sciences
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Public Policy and Planning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Fahui Wang is the Cyril & Tutta Vetter Alumni Professor in the Department of Geography & Anthropology at Louisiana State University (LSU). He holds a B.S. in Geography from Peking University (1988), an M.A. in Economics (1993), and a Ph.D. in City & Regional Planning (1995), both from The Ohio State University. His research focuses on spatially-integrated social sciences, public policy, and GIS applications in healthcare, urban planning, and public safety. He has authored/co-authored multiple influential books and peer-reviewed articles, including works on computational methods in GIS and healthcare accessibility analysis. Professor Wang’s work has been supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, and U.S. Departments of Housing and Urban Development and Justice. His accolades include LSU’s Distinguished Research Master Award (2023) and CPGIS Distinguished Scholar (2023). He teaches advanced courses in GIS, urban geography, and quantitative methods, and leads research initiatives in the LSU Geoscience department. His lab focuses on geospatial technologies for addressing societal challenges in healthcare access, urban planning, and crime analysis.

Jörg Bohlmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Defense Mechanisms
• Terpenoid Biochemistry
• Forestry Genomics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jörg Bohlmann is a Professor in the Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences at the University of British Columbia , affiliated with the Michael Smith Laboratories, Botany Department (Faculty of Science), and Wine Research Centre. His research spans genomics, biochemistry, and chemical ecology of plant specialized metabolism, focusing on terpenoids and phenolics for applications in forest health and bioproducts. Research Streams : Plant defense against insects/pathogens, metabolic engineering of bioproducts, forest genomics, and molecular evolution of terpenoid pathways. Collaborations : National and international partnerships with academia, government, and biotech industries. Recent Publications highlight genomic insights into Western Redcedar (2023), including its low genetic diversity and adaptation mechanisms despite self-fertilization. Earlier work (2001–2022) covers conifer defense systems, Arabidopsis terpenoid pathways, cannabis flavor genetics, and mass spectrometry infrastructure. Scientific Awards include: NSERC E.W.R. Steacie Fellow (2015), Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (2015), Feodor Lynen Postdoctoral Fellowship (1995–1998), and Distinguished University Scholar (UBC). Funding Sources : NSERC (Discovery/Strategic grants), CFI, Genome Canada/BC, provincial/federal agencies. Labs & Facilities : Michael Smith Laboratories (UBC), National Centre of Excellence, Forest Sciences Centre, and a dedicated mass spectrometry lab for metabolite analysis.

Supratik Guhaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Computing
• Semiconductor Materials
• Sensor Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Supratik Guha is a Professor at the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Senior Advisor to Argonne National Laboratory's Physical Sciences and Engineering directorate. His work bridges industrial R&D with academic and national lab research, focusing on quantum computing , semiconductor materials , and sensor networks for water and soil monitoring. Guha leads Argonne’s quantum information science strategy and serves as Faculty Director for the University of Chicago Center in Delhi. Education: PhD in Materials Science (USC, 1991), BTech in Engineering Physics (IIT Kharagpur, 1985) Research interests span multiple domains: Quantum technologies focusing on erbium-doped oxides for quantum memory and quantum interconnects Sensor networks for soil and water quality monitoring using cyberphysical systems Nanofabrication techniques including controlled spalling for heterogeneous material integration Advanced memory technologies exploring ferroelectric and optically addressable memory at atomic scales Scientific awards include: Election to National Academy of Engineering (2015) APS Prize for Industrial Applications of Physics (2015) Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellow (2018) Fellow of Materials Research Society and American Physical Society IBM Corporate Award (2013) Advising notable students like Manish Kumar Singh (co-founder memQ ), Cheng Ji (now at Intel), and Vamsi Nittala (now at Micron Technology). His group contributes to major DOE , NSF , and USDA funded projects including: Q-NEXT - DOE National Quantum Information Center AIFARMS - NSF/USDA AI for Agriculture Institute Thoreau Project - Geospatial sensor networks Labs and teams operate across University of Chicago and Argonne National Lab , with facilities for molecular beam epitaxy , nanofabrication , and optical/electrical characterization . The group has spawned startups like memQ (quantum networking) and K1 Semiconductors (wide-bandgap material transfer).

Jacinta Edebeliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Aviation Emissions
• Urban Air Quality
• Air Quality Monitoring
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jacinta Edebeli serves as a Researcher and Group Lead at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), School of Engineering, within the Meteorology, Environment and Aviation Research Unit. Her work focuses on aviation environmental impacts, air quality monitoring, and sustainable aviation solutions through advanced measurement systems and policy-relevant research. Her research expertise spans: Aviation emissions (gaseous and particulate matter) Urban air quality monitoring using lung-deposited surface area (LDSA) metrics Sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) impact assessment Aviation meteorology and environmental regulation Real-time emission monitoring networks for urban environments Recent publications demonstrate concentrated work on non-volatile particulate matter (nvPM) characterization from aircraft engines, SAF emission comparisons, and ultrafine particle microphysics. Her research bridges technical aviation engineering with public health outcomes through advanced aerosol measurement techniques. She actively leads and contributes to critical projects: Net4Cities : Deputy project leader developing real-time monitoring networks for European zero-pollution action plans Renewable Fuels and Chemicals for Switzerland : Project leader advancing SAF implementation EASA SAMPLE IV : Completed project leader for aircraft emissions certification Multiple AGEAIR projects investigating in-service engine emissions and aging effects As SAE E-31 network member and ORCID-registered researcher (0000-0003-2465-1783), she operates at the forefront of aviation environmental regulation with state-of-the-art facilities at ZHAW's Winterthur campus.

James Briscoeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Biology
• Molecular Signaling
• Transcriptional Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

James Briscoe is a Senior Group Leader at The Francis Crick Institute in London, where he leads a research group focused on developmental biology and morphogen signaling. He previously held positions at the Medical Research Council's National Institute for Medical Research, which later became part of the Francis Crick Institute. Education: BSc in Microbiology and Virology from the University of Warwick, UK PhD from Imperial Cancer Research Fund/King's College London Postdoctoral training at Columbia University with Thomas Jessell Dr. Briscoe's research focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of graded signaling by morphogens and the role of transcriptional networks in cell fate specification. His laboratory employs a range of experimental and computational techniques using model systems including mouse and chick embryos and embryonic stem cells. His work has significant implications for understanding developmental processes and their relationship to disease. His recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on morphogen gradients, neural tube development, and computational approaches to understanding cell fate decisions. His research increasingly integrates single-cell technologies and computational modeling to unravel the complexities of developmental patterning. Scientific Awards and Honors: EMBO Young Investigator (2001) EMBO Gold Medal (2008) Elected to EMBO (2009) Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (2019) Fellow of the Royal Society (2019) As Editor-in-Chief of the journal Development since 2018, Dr. Briscoe plays a significant role in shaping the field of developmental biology. His leadership extends to mentoring researchers and contributing to scientific policy discussions, as evidenced by his recent publication 'Science under siege: protecting scientific progress in turbulent times.' Dr. Briscoe's laboratory at the Crick Institute is well-equipped with access to advanced facilities including light microscopy, flow cytometry, genomics, and computational resources, enabling a multidisciplinary approach to developmental biology questions.

Rui Niمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Experimental Fluid Mechanics
• Turbulence and Turbulent Multiphase Flow
• Dusty Flow and Particle-Laden Flow
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Rui Ni is an associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, directing the Fluid Transport Lab. His research focuses on experimental fluid mechanics, turbulence, multiphase flows, and their applications in energy systems, environmental engineering, and physiological processes. He holds a PhD in Physics from the Chinese University of Hong Kong (2011), followed by postdoctoral work at Yale and Wesleyan Universities. Before joining JHU, he held the Kenneth Kuan-Yun Kuo Early Career Professorship at Penn State University. His research interests include dusty flows, Lagrangian particle tracking, and animal collective behaviors. Notable projects include collaborations with NASA on plume-surface interaction and the development of advanced diagnostic tools like physics-informed machine learning and 3D particle tracking. He has received prestigious awards, including the NSF CAREER Award and ACS-PRF New Investigator Award, and leads studies on turbulence modulation by deformable bubbles, fish schooling efficiency in turbulent environments, and interfacial mass transfer dynamics. Key Projects: Plume-Surface Interaction (NASA collaboration), Fish Aquarium with Turbulent Environment (FATE) facility, V-ONSET multiphase flow facility. Grants: Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation’s Experimental Physics Investigators Initiative Grant. Lab Focus: Experimental and computational studies of multiphase flows, physiological flows, and complex systems. Ni’s work bridges fundamental fluid dynamics with practical applications, such as improving energy efficiency and understanding biological systems like fish schooling and nasal drug delivery mechanisms.

ONG Ghim Ping Raymondمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainable Pavements
• Multimodal Transport Infrastructure
• Transportation Planning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. ONG Ghim Ping Raymond is an Associate Professor and Deputy Head (Research) at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS). He concurrently serves as Director (Operations) at the Coastal Protection and Flood Resilience Institute (CFI) Singapore. His expertise spans sustainable pavements, multimodal transport infrastructure, and urban mobility systems. Dr. Ong holds a B.Eng (Civil) with First Class Honours and a PhD from NUS, followed by postdoctoral research at Purdue University. He has authored/co-authored over 85 peer-reviewed journal articles and 120 conference papers. His research focuses on circular economy applications in infrastructure, car-lite urban design, and mega-projects like Tuas Port and Changi Airport expansions. Dr. Ong actively engages in policy advisory roles, serving on international committees for ASCE, ASTM, and EASTS. He has received prestigious awards including the Alfred Noble Prize (ASCE) and Takeuchi Yoshio Award (OCDI). His teaching accolades include multiple NUS Faculty of Engineering commendations. He advises on critical infrastructure projects for agencies like Changi Airport Group and Defence Science and Technology Agency. Dr. Ong frequently contributes to public discourse on transport and urban planning via media interviews and policy consultations.

Cherie Kaganمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanostructured materials
• Colloidal nanocrystals
• Quantum dots
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Cherie Kagan serves as the Stephen J. Angello Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, holding primary appointment in the Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering within the School of Engineering and Applied Science, with secondary appointments in Chemistry and Materials Science and Engineering. Her interdisciplinary research bridges chemistry, materials science, and electrical engineering to develop novel functional materials and devices that integrate optical, electrical, magnetic, mechanical, and thermal properties. Professor Kagan's research group combines the flexibility of chemical synthesis and bottom-up assembly with top-down fabrication techniques to design innovative nanomaterials. They employ advanced characterization methods including spatially- and temporally-resolved optical spectroscopies, AC/DC electrical measurements, electrochemistry, and various microscopy techniques. Her recent work demonstrates particular strength in colloidal nanocrystals and quantum dots for applications in quantum information science, sensing technologies, and energy conversion devices. Scientific Recognition Induction to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences (2025) IEEE Fellow (2024) for contributions to colloidal nanocrystals and their integration in optical and electronic devices George H. Heilmeier Faculty Award for Excellence in Engineering (2024-25) Humboldt Research Award Fellowship (2024) MRS Fellow for distinguished research accomplishments in materials science National Academy of Inventors Fellow for innovation in nanomaterials Professor Kagan actively mentors PhD students across multiple departments, with recent graduates including Gary Chen, Chavez Lawrence, and Shobhita Kramadhati. Her research is supported by significant grants including the IoT4Ag project focused on precision agriculture sensing systems. She maintains active collaborations with Nobel Laureate Moungi Bawendi, her former PhD advisor at MIT, and works with institutions including the Max-Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids through her Humboldt Fellowship. The Kagan Research Group operates comprehensive facilities for nanomaterials synthesis, characterization, and device fabrication, combining expertise across chemistry, physics, and engineering disciplines. Current team members include PhD students from Electrical and Systems Engineering and Chemistry departments, postdoctoral researchers like Anamika Singh and Akhila Mallavarapu, and undergraduate researchers supported through programs like CURF.

Clifton R. Haiderمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Biomedical Engineering
• Physiological Monitoring
• Medical Device Design
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Clifton R. Haider, Ph.D., is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Mayo Clinic, holding primary appointments as a Consultant in the Department of Physiology & Biomedical Engineering and the Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine. His research focuses on accelerating medical device development through a discovery platform integrating mathematical modeling, algorithmic design, and physiological sensor validation. This platform aims to identify predictive biomarkers for conditions like cardiovascular collapse, sleep disorders, and neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Haider’s work emphasizes noninvasive, autonomous monitoring and real-time predictive algorithms, with a particular focus on pediatric care. Education: PhD, Physiology & Biomedical Engineering, Mayo Graduate School, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine Predoctoral Studies in Biomedical Engineering and Physiology, Mayo Graduate School BSc (Hons), Biomedical Engineering, University of Iowa Research Interests: Dr. Haider’s work bridges engineering and clinical practice, targeting unmet needs in pediatric and adult healthcare. His discovery platform combines statistical modeling, sensor design, and validation to streamline medical device prototyping. Key focus areas include: Accelerated medical device design Quantitative predictive biomarkers Remote pediatric monitoring Real-time algorithm development This platform seeks to predict treatment responses and identify patients requiring advanced care, enhancing clinical decision-making. Awards: Office of Naval Research Young Investigator Program (2014–present) Grants & Labs: His research is supported by interdisciplinary collaborations at Mayo Clinic, leveraging laboratory facilities for sensor validation and algorithm testing. While specific grant details are not listed, his work aligns with Mayo’s emphasis on translational biomedical engineering.

Christoph Keplingerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soft Robotics
• Functional Polymers
• Energy Capture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christoph Keplinger serves as Managing Director of the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (MPI-IS) in Stuttgart, Germany, leading the Robotic Materials Department since 2020 and assuming overall institute leadership in 2023. He holds dual academic appointments as Honorary Professor at the University of Stuttgart and Eminent Visiting Professor of Soft Robotics at the University of Colorado Boulder, establishing him as a pivotal figure in bridging fundamental materials science with advanced robotics. His interdisciplinary approach integrates physics, chemistry, and engineering to pioneer breakthroughs in soft robotic systems. Keplinger's academic foundation includes a PhD in Soft Matter Physics from Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria, followed by postdoctoral research at Harvard University focusing on mechanics and chemistry of soft materials. This unique background enabled his transition into robotics innovation, particularly in electrohydraulic actuation systems. His research program centers on three synergistic pillars: (I) soft robotics development through novel actuator technologies like HASEL artificial muscles; (II) energy capture mechanisms using soft materials; and (III) functional polymers engineered for robotic applications. This work produces transformative hardware that mimics biological functionality, with significant implications for human-robot interaction, medical devices, and sustainable robotics systems. His group employs cutting-edge materials synthesis and characterization techniques to create lifelike robotic components. Analysis of recent publications reveals dominant trends in wearable haptic interfaces, electrohydraulic actuation systems, and tremor-suppression technologies. The research consistently leverages HASEL (Hydraulically Amplified Self-healing Electrostatic) technology to achieve muscle-like performance in soft actuators, with applications spanning from fingertip haptic feedback to underwater manipulation systems. This trajectory demonstrates a clear progression from fundamental material properties toward practical implementations in medical rehabilitation and human augmentation. His exceptional contributions have earned prestigious recognition: 2017 Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering, awarded for high-impact interdisciplinary research 2021 Alexander von Humboldt Professorship (declined to remain at MPI-IS), Germany's most valuable international research award 2013 EAPromising European Researcher Award from the European Scientific Network for Artificial Muscles As principal investigator, Keplinger leads a dynamic interdisciplinary research group while securing competitive funding for frontier projects. His entrepreneurial vision materialized in 2018 through co-founding Artimus Robotics, where he serves as Chief Science Officer to commercialize HASEL technology. This dual commitment to academic research and industry translation exemplifies his dedication to real-world impact, particularly in creating biodegradable and sustainable soft robotic solutions. The Robotic Materials Department operates state-of-the-art facilities for materials fabrication, robotic integration, and haptic interface development. The team maintains strong collaborations across MPI-IS departments and external institutions including the University of Colorado Boulder, fostering innovation in sustainable robotics through initiatives like biodegradable electrohydraulic actuators. Current projects focus on wearable tremor suppression systems, electrohydraulic locomotion platforms, and energy-autonomous soft robots that address critical challenges in medical rehabilitation and human augmentation.

Jung-Fu Linمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mineral Physics
• Earth and Planetary Geophysics
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jung-Fu Lin is a Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, holding the Dave P. Carlton Centennial Professorship. His research focuses on understanding planetary interiors through high-pressure experiments, particularly using diamond anvil cells and synchrotron facilities. Key areas include mineral physics, Earth's core dynamics, and the role of water in mantle processes. Expertise: High-pressure mineral physics, X-ray spectroscopy, and planetary materials science. Current projects: Investigating iron alloys in Earth's core, thermal conductivity of mantle minerals, and carbon storage mechanisms. Research highlights include discoveries on iron spin transitions, elasticity of bridgmanite, and Martian core dynamics. Awards include the NSF CAREER Award and Fulbright Scholarship. Lin supervises graduate students in experimental petrology and mentors postdocs globally. Teaches courses on Earth materials and mineral physics. Active in international collaborations, including with Okayama University (Japan) and Adam Mickiewicz University (Poland). His lab develops advanced laser heating systems and Raman spectroscopy tools for high-pressure studies.