Kirsikka Riekkinen is an Assistant Professor at Aalto University in the Built Environment domain, specializing in land administration , cadastral systems , and property rights . Her research bridges technological innovation with policy analysis, focusing on digitalization , security implications , and climate impacts of land governance frameworks. Research Focus Development of holistic cadastral frameworks for mature systems Land consolidation in Finland and Africa, including climate effects Security-based property restrictions in Northern Europe Integration of blockchain , text mining , and 3D modeling into land administration Comparative analysis of Nordic and African land policies Scientific Trends in Publications Her article corpus (2012-2025) reveals a sustained focus on land consolidation (with climate implications), cadastral modernization (digitalization, blockchain), and cross-national policy analysis (Finland, Nigeria, Rwanda). Recent works emphasize public value perspectives and security challenges in cadastral systems. Teaching & Professional Role As an Assistant Professor, she contributes to academic discourse in land governance. Contact: kirsikka.riekkinen@aalto.fi
Rune Halvorsen is a Professor in Social Policy at the Oslo Metropolitan University , affiliated with the Institute of Social Work under the Faculty of Social Sciences. He co-leads the Center for Digitalization, Culture and Society (CEDIC) and chairs the Norwegian Research School on Digitalisation, Culture and Society (DIGIT) . Research Focus: European welfare policy, social citizenship, disability policy, labor market inclusion, and digitalization in public services. Projects: Coordinated EUROSHIP (Horizon 2020 funded) and contributed to initiatives like SWINS , DISCIT , SINOPO , and HARBOR . Publications: 50+ scientific papers, including studies on Chinese e-governance accessibility and comparative youth labor market transitions during the pandemic. Leadership: Co-leader of ESPAnet’s Nordic section and board member of the International Sociological Association’s RC19 (Poverty, Social Welfare, and Social Policy). His work bridges welfare policy analysis, digital inclusion, and cross-national comparative studies, emphasizing social resilience and equity in the digital economy.
Dr. Ulrich Zierahn-Weilage is an Associate Professor at the Utrecht School of Economics , Utrecht University , and a Research Associate at the ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research in Mannheim, Germany. He is affiliated with the CESifo Research Network and Global Labor Organization (GLO) . His work addresses the intersection of digitalization , globalization , and labor market dynamics, with a focus on regional economic disparities and skill-based wage effects . Primary Affiliation : Utrecht University School of Economics Secondary Affiliation : ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research Research Networks : CESifo, GLO Research Interests : Consequences of digitalization and globalization for labor market careers Regional economic disparities and agglomeration effects Methodological Expertise : Applied econometrics Causal inference Machine learning Quantitative data analysis Publication Trends : Recent work examines technological change (2016-2025), emphasizing automation risks , minimum wage spillovers , and skill adaptation to digitalization. Key themes include labor market institutions , task reconfiguration , and policy implications for open societies. Supervision and Funding : Supervised PhD candidates Cäcilia Lipowski (graduated 2024) and Sarah McNamara (in progress) Research funded by H2020 project GI-NI and Horizon project SkiLMeeT , focusing on technology-driven skill transformation and digital-green economic transitions
Dr. Aparajita Singh is a Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. She serves as the Director of Quality Improvement for the Division of Gastroenterology and as the GI clerkship director for medical students. Dr. Singh is a board-certified gastroenterologist with extensive expertise in colon cancer prevention and high-quality colonoscopy procedures. Dr. Singh's educational background includes: MPH from Johns Hopkins University (2004) Internal Medicine Residency at Cleveland Clinic (2005) Gastroenterology Fellowship at University of California San Francisco (2010) Dr. Singh's research focuses on colon cancer prevention, particularly in patients with hereditary conditions such as Lynch Syndrome and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP). She has developed a strong research program examining quality improvement in gastroenterology, hereditary colon cancer syndromes, and family history of colon cancer. Her work bridges clinical practice with research to improve genetic testing and develop system improvement models for patients with gastrointestinal cancers. Analysis of Dr. Singh's publication record reveals a strong focus on hereditary gastrointestinal cancers, with particular emphasis on Lynch Syndrome and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Her recent work explores the application of artificial intelligence in adenoma detection and develops strategic frameworks for advancing research in inherited gastrointestinal cancers. She has consistently published in high-impact gastroenterology journals, demonstrating expertise that spans clinical practice, quality improvement, and translational research. Dr. Singh has received numerous prestigious awards: Haile T. Debas Academy of Medical Educators Excellence in Teaching Award at UCSF American College of Gastroenterology Gender Based Research Award American College of Gastroenterology Presidential Poster Award American College of Gastroenterology Radhika Srinivasan Research Award American Association of Study of Liver Diseases Poster of Distinction Rotary International Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar Johns Hopkins University Goodman Scholarship Dr. Singh has held significant leadership positions including Board Member and past President of the Northern California Society of Clinical Gastroenterology (NCSCG) and executive council member of the Collaborative Group of Americas for Inherited Gastrointestinal Cancers (CGA-IGC). She has served on the American College of Gastroenterology Training Committee and Professionalism Committee. Through her role as Director of Quality Improvement, she mentors residents and fellows in quality improvement projects and works to enhance communication, quality, and safety of patient care. Dr. Singh maintains an active clinical practice with a special interest in patients at high risk for colon cancer. She has been featured in media outlets including The Healthy (Reader's Digest), Mens Journal, and SELF Magazine for her expertise on Lynch Syndrome and gastrointestinal health. Her work on managing GI practice during the COVID-19 pandemic in San Francisco demonstrates her commitment to adapting healthcare delivery during public health crises.
Carl Regnéll is a Senior Lecturer in Geosciences at Kristianstad University's Faculty of Natural Sciences, Department of Environmental Sciences, where he leads the Sustainable multifunctional landscapes (SMULA) research group. With a PhD and an h-index of 7 based on 205 citations, he has published 41 research outputs with significant activity in recent years, including 12 publications in 2024 and 2 in 2025. His educational background includes advanced training in Quaternary geology and geoscience methodologies, though specific degrees are not detailed in the available information. His research focuses on glacial and climate history during the last ice age cycle with particular emphasis on Scandinavian landscape development. Dr. Regnéll employs a wide range of methods including sediment sampling from terrestrial climate archives, geomorphological and sedimentological mapping, and spatial analyses using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). His laboratory work involves analyzing sediment geochemical and physical properties through techniques like grain size analysis, loss on ignition (LOI), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and computed tomography (CT scan). For dating, he utilizes carbon-14 dating of macrofossils, cosmogenic exposure dating, tephrachronology, optically stimulated luminescence (OSL), and Uranium-Thorium dating. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on ice sheet dynamics, deglaciation processes, and landscape evolution in Scandinavia, with particular interest in ice-dammed lakes, varve chronology, and sedimentary ancient DNA applications. These works span disciplines including glaciology, geomorphology, paleoclimatology, and Quaternary science, with specific attention to methodological advances in dating techniques and multi-proxy sediment analysis. Dr. Regnéll currently leads two major research projects: The role of ice-dammed lakes in ice sheet demise (2021-2025) and Ice Age pioneers – Sediment DNA provides new knowledge about our oldest ecosystems (2023-2025). His academic service includes peer review for journals like Quaternary Science Reviews and Norwegian Journal of Geology, participation in the Geological Society of Sweden, and organization of scientific events such as the Processes and Palaeo–Environmental Changes in the Arctic conference in 2024. At Kristianstad University, he teaches geosciences and geographic information systems (GIS), contributing to education in earth sciences and environmental studies. His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection and climate action.
Dr. Huhua Cao is a Full Professor in the Department of Geography, Environment and Geomatics at the University of Ottawa (Faculty of Arts) and an Affiliated Professor at the School of International Development & Global Studies (Faculty of Social Sciences). His career spans over 25 years, focusing on urban studies, population mobility, and environmental policy in China, Canada, and Africa. Ph.D. in Urban Social Geography (Université Laval, 1998) Postdoctoral in Urban Geography (INRS-Urbanisation, 1998) M.Arch. in Architecture (Université Laval, 1994) B.Ur. in Urban Planning (Tong-Ji University, 1983) His research encompasses three main areas: Urban & Ethnic Studies: Analyzing spatial inequalities, mobility patterns, and inclusion of ethnic minorities in China and Canada, including Uyghur communities and Chinese immigrants. Environmental Policy: Pioneering Ecosystem Assessment and Management (EAM) and studying climate impacts on cities, with projects funded by Chinese Government and IDRC. Policy Engagement: Bridging academic research with policy-making through initiatives like ICCCASU and projects on brownfield redevelopment (HRSDC/EU funding). Dr. Cao founded the triannual International Conference on Canadian, Chinese and African Sustainable Urbanization (ICCCASU) , fostering triangular collaboration among 30% of the world's urban population. His work includes over 75 publications and leadership of the "City Development: Issues and Best Practices" book series (Springer, 2020-present). Current supervision includes Ph.D. and Master's students researching topics such as urban mobility, PPGIS, and environmental governance. His projects span China, Canada, Europe, and Africa, emphasizing cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural collaborations.
Colin John McClean is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Environment and Geography at the University of York , with over 25 years of experience in spatial analysis and GIS applications for environmental management. His career spans post-doctoral research at Cardiff and Newcastle, followed by academic roles at York since 1996. Education: BSc in Geography from the University of Edinburgh (1986); PhD in Geography from Durham University (1991). McClean’s research focuses on leveraging spatial datasets to address conservation ecology, climate change impacts on biodiversity, and land use modeling. He has pioneered work using machine learning methods like genetic algorithms and simulated annealing for reserve selection, with applications in the Sahel region (e.g., Shea Tree climate modeling) and marine conservation. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary themes, including urban green-blue spaces and health , tropical peatland restoration , and oil palm sustainability . His work has been funded by NERC, Defra, EU, and the Darwin Initiative, often involving cross-institutional collaborations. He supervises PhD students in topics such as water chemistry prediction , soil nitrogen dynamics , and protected area effectiveness under climate change . No scientific awards are documented, but his research on climate change impacts has influenced major reports like the Stern Review and the 2007 IPCC assessment.
Dr. Adriana Laura Massidda is a Lecturer in Architectural Humanities at the School of Architecture and Landscape , University of Sheffield. Her research bridges architectural history, urban studies, and environmental humanities, focusing on informal settlements and their socio-political implications. Research Interests: Shantytown history and urban informality Critical environmental analyses of waste, flooding, and infrastructure Social housing and co-design methodologies Urban rivers and landscape design Phytoremediation in marginalized contexts Scientific Awards: Declared asset of cultural significance (Bien de Interés para la Comunicación Social) by the Buenos Aires Legislature (2023) for collaborative work on shantytown histories Publications & Impact: Massidda's research focuses on urban transformations in Argentina and the UK, particularly examining sewage farm repurposing in London/Leicester housing projects. Her work combines historical analysis with design-led interventions, emphasizing marginalized communities' agency. Teaching & Supervision: She teaches architectural humanities and supervises research on urban design, landscape, and socio-environmental challenges in informal settlements.
Dr. Amr Omar is a researcher at the University of New South Wales , affiliated with the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and Department of Chemical Engineering. His work focuses on integrating renewable energy systems—particularly solar thermal technology—with advanced water treatment processes to address global sustainability challenges. PhD in Solar Thermal Systems & Desalination (UNSW, 2017-2020) Postdoctoral Researcher (UNSW Chemical Engineering, 2020-2023) Omar specializes in decarbonizing water processes through solar-driven membrane distillation , multi-effect distillation , and hydrogen production cooling systems . His research bridges laboratory innovation with real-world applications, targeting United Nations' SDG6 (Clean Water) and SDG7 (Affordable Clean Energy). Recent publications emphasize techno-economic modeling of hybrid solar-desalination systems, machine learning applications for water filtration optimization, and geospatial analyses of global desalination site feasibility. Key projects include developing hollow fiber vacuum membrane distillation modules and improving flocculant strength assessment for water catchment monitoring. Scientific Recognition : 2022 Malcolm Chaikin Prize for Research Excellence 2020 UNSW Postgraduate Council Research Student Award 2020 3MT Competition Winner (School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering) 2017 Australian Postgraduate Award Scholarship Omar actively supervises PhD and Master’s projects related to solar-driven water treatment and green hydrogen development. He serves as a journal reviewer and conference panel member, advocating for nanobubble technologies in agricultural irrigation systems.
Gordon Huang is an Adjunct Professor in the Civil Engineering department at McMaster University , specializing in environmental systems analysis and sustainable resource management. His research focuses on quantitative methods for addressing uncertainties in climate change, water-food-energy nexus planning, and contaminant remediation. Primary Affiliation : Civil Engineering, McMaster University His work integrates advanced computational models like Bayesian neural networks, factorial optimization, and copula-based downscaling to analyze complex environmental interactions. Recent projects examine CO2 emission pathways, microplastic impacts, and climate-driven drought risks. Key methodologies include stochastic programming , ecological network analysis , and machine learning for predictive modeling. Publications span topics from membrane technology for water treatment to large-scale hydropower socio-economic effects. Email : huangg31@mcmaster.ca
Barry Rowlingson is a Research Fellow at Lancaster University Medical School , affiliated with the Chicas Research Group and DSI-Health . He specializes in spatial statistics applied to disease epidemiology and geospatial software development . Teaches Geospatial Data module for MRes in Global Health Developed online course on Spatial Statistics in R with DataCamp Focuses on open-source geospatial tools for public health Research Interests: His work bridges spatial statistical methodology and infectious disease modeling , with applications in antimicrobial resistance mapping , wastewater-based pandemic surveillance , and health inequality analysis . Recent projects include modeling ESBL-producing bacteria in Malawi and developing spatio-temporal frameworks for COVID-19 wastewater monitoring . Scientific Contributions: Over 15 years, he has developed critical R packages like stpp for spatio-temporal analysis and rgdal for geospatial data abstraction. His 2023 publications address health workforce disparities and disease transmission dynamics using advanced statistical methods. Collaborations: Works with multidisciplinary teams across Lancaster Medical School , DataCamp , and SAVSNet Agile research projects. Supervises PhD student Charlotte Appleton in biostatistics.
Amy Thompson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography and the Environment at the College of Liberal Arts, The University of Texas at Austin. Her academic focus spans geography, archaeology, and migration studies, with particular expertise on Mesoamerica and ancient Maya civilizations as well as contemporary migration issues. Education Ph.D. from the University of New Mexico Research Interests Dr. Thompson's research centers on the intersection of geography and migration, with a focus on vulnerable populations such as migrant children from Central America and Mexico. Her work explores themes of agency, vulnerability, and humanitarian responses in contexts ranging from the US-Mexico border to the Greek island of Lesvos. She also investigates ancient Maya geography and urbanism using modern techniques like Lidar analysis and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Publication Trends Her recent publications (2021-2022) emphasize contemporary migration crises, particularly the treatment of unaccompanied minors and Mexican refugees under US administrations. Earlier works (2010-2016) address educational and linguistic integration of migrant children in Europe, while her oldest publications (2002-2008) examine legal and policy frameworks for child migrants. A notable outlier (2004) delves into microbiology, suggesting interdisciplinary collaboration.
Scarlett Lin Gomez is Professor and Vice Chair of Faculty Development in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. She serves as Co-Leader of the Cancer Control Program for the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center and Director of the Greater Bay Area Cancer Registry, part of the NCI SEER Program. Her research centers on structural and social drivers of health disparities, with pioneering work on Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander cancer patterns. She developed the California Neighborhoods Data System to evaluate neighborhood environment impacts on disease outcomes and leads the Female Asian Never Smokers (FANS) Study investigating lung cancer etiology. Key funding includes multiple NIH R01 grants focused on ovarian cancer disparities, breast cancer prognosis in Asian populations, and lung cancer in never-smokers. Racial/Ethnic Disparities in Ovarian Cancer Treatment (R01CA243188) Insights from Asian Populations into Breast Cancer Prognosis (R01CA241125) Lung Cancer Etiology Among Asian American Female Never Smokers (R01MD014859) Cancer Registry for Understanding Survivorship Experiences (R01CA241128) Dr. Gomez has received numerous honors including the 2024 AACR Distinguished Lectureship on Cancer Health Disparities and the 2022 ASPO Joseph F. Fraumeni, Jr. Award. Her recent publications analyze neighborhood redlining effects, immigrant health patterns, and cancer disparities across diverse populations using innovative registry linkages and multiethnic cohort studies. As an active AACR leader, she co-chaired the 2024 Cancer Disparities Progress Report and serves on editorial boards for Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention . Her work fundamentally advances understanding of how structural racism, immigration status, and neighborhood environments shape cancer outcomes across underrepresented populations.
Immo Trinks is Associate Professor (Privatdozent) at the University of Vienna and Head of the Vienna Institute for Archaeological Science . He coordinates a comprehensive teaching programme in archaeological prospection, archaeometry and scientific documentation, and leads large-scale geophysical projects across Europe. Education & qualifications: Dipl.-Geophys. (Diploma in Geophysics) PhD (awarded) Habilitation (Privatdozent, Austrian post-doctoral lecturing qualification) Research interests revolve around non-destructive mapping of buried archaeological landscapes . He specialises in ground-penetrating radar , magnetometry and multi-sensor robotic platforms , developing workflows that fuse high-resolution geophysical data with 3D archaeological interpretation. Coastal wetlands, Roman towns, Viking harbours and prehistoric pile dwellings serve as key study areas. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trend toward automated, large-coverage surveys and multi-method data fusion . Papers in 2022-2025 report motorised GPR arrays on snow-covered fields, semi-autonomous driverless systems, and integrated interpretation frameworks that combine magnetics, GPR and remote sensing to reveal Roman military compounds, Etruscan cities, Swedish war camps and Neolithic monumental landscapes. Scientific awards & honours: No specific awards are listed in the supplied text; however, his continuous funding and invited keynote contributions (e.g., ArchaeoProspection conference series) indicate international recognition. Teaching & student supervision: Regular courses: Introduction to Archaeological Prospection, Archaeometry, Magnetic Prospection, GPR Practical, Underwater Prospection, Human Evolution & Archaeological Science, LaTeX for Archaeologists Excursions: 2-day field schools at Alpine pile-dwelling sites and around Vienna Thesis seminars: continuous Master Thesis Topic Search & Exposé and final thesis colloquia every semester Labs & facilities: Trinks heads the Vienna Institute for Archaeological Science (VIAS), operating several motorized multi-channel GPR systems, high-resolution magnetometer arrays, electromagnetic induction sensors, underwater sonar and multi-spectral cameras. The institute maintains dedicated GIS/visualisation labs and field vehicles for pan-European surveys within the international ArchPro and Stonehenge Hidden Landscapes initiatives.
Shifali Arora, MD is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine , currently serving as Vice Chief of Clinical Operations for the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. She also holds the position of Medical Director of Gastroenterology Clinics at UNC. Completed AAAS Policy Fellowship and NIH Mobile Health Training Key affiliations: Center for Esophageal Diseases and Swallowing , UNC Hospitals Value Care Action Group , UNC Clinician Leadership Program Research Focus spans three main areas: Quality Improvement in GI care through electronic health record optimization and standardized clinical templates Esophageal Motility Disorders and GI manifestations of systemic diseases Health Policy and Health Informatics including mHealth security and Affordable Care Act implications Scientific Contributions include: Operational innovations in endoscopy scheduling and patient education Clinical research on bowel preparation, pharmacological effects on GI function, and rare disease presentations Education & Training : Undergraduate : University of Illinois at Chicago (Biology & Psychology) Medical School : University of Illinois at Chicago Residency : Duke University Fellowship : Rush University (Gastroenterology & Hepatology) Policy Training : American Association for the Advancement of Science
