جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lucinda McKnightمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Digital Writing Pedagogy
• Educational Technology
• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lucinda McKnight is a Senior Lecturer in Pedagogy and Curriculum at Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia. Her research focuses on the intersection of education, artificial intelligence, and contemporary writing pedagogy, funded by an ARC DECRA Fellowship (DE220100515). She co-chairs Turnitin's international Advisory Board on the Future of Writing and engages in media commentary on educational technology. PhD in Education (Deakin University) MA (Distinction) in Media Culture and Communication (Institute of Education) BA (University of Melbourne) Her work critically examines the role of generative AI in schools, advocating for curriculum modernization that preserves essential human skills like critical thinking and handwriting. She argues against over-reliance on AI, emphasizing ethical considerations, creativity, and teacher expertise. Recent publications analyze trends in AI adoption, including the Australian national AI framework, cognitive benefits of handwriting, and gender dynamics in single-sex vs co-educational settings. Her research underscores the need for balanced policies that protect educational integrity while leveraging technological opportunities. Scientific Recognition Australian Research Council DECRA Fellowship (DE220100515) McKnight actively collaborates with education policymakers and serves as a consultant for technology companies. Her advocacy for handwriting instruction highlights its role in motor skill development, memory, and wellbeing despite AI advancements. She critiques algorithmic bias, data privacy concerns, and the undervaluing of teacher expertise in edtech decision-making.

• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
• Digital Health
• Virtual Reality
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Laura Vogelsang serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing within the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Lethbridge, where she focuses on advancing nursing education through innovative pedagogical frameworks and clinical simulation methodologies. Her academic role integrates teaching excellence with scholarship that directly impacts nursing practice and faculty development. Her research program centers on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, with specialized expertise in Digital Health applications, Virtual Reality for clinical training, Succession Planning in academic nursing, and Dementia Care education. She develops evidence-based tools like the PREP mnemonic for clinical preparation and WRAP feedback model to enhance student competencies in high-stakes bedside environments, emphasizing safety and reflective practice. Analysis of her publication trajectory (2014-2022) reveals progressive integration of technology in nursing education: evolving from faculty succession planning to simulation-based learning, then incorporating virtual reality for caregiver training in dementia contexts. This demonstrates a clear shift toward immersive digital solutions for complex clinical challenges, particularly in safety risk identification and interprofessional skill development. Scientific Awards: No awards, fellowships, or medals were documented in source materials. While specific student advisees aren't listed, her publications on student-created exams and reflective writing indicate active mentorship in curriculum development. The VR caregiver project featured by Lethbridge College suggests collaborative grant activity, though specific funding sources aren't detailed in the text. Dr. Vogelsang collaborates on interdisciplinary health technology initiatives, notably developing virtual reality experiences for dementia caregivers. This positions her within innovation teams exploring how immersive simulations can bridge educational theory with real-world clinical demands, particularly for high-risk patient populations.

Amery Wuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Applied Statistical Modeling
• Psychometrics
• Educational Measurement
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Amery Wu serves as Associate Professor and ECPS Graduate Advisor for Admissions and Scholarship at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education, specifically within the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education. Based in Scarfe Library Block 287, Dr. Wu specializes in advanced quantitative methods for educational and psychological measurement. Dr. Wu's research focuses on applied statistical modeling in educational contexts, with particular expertise in test item performance analysis , globalization of testing through internet platforms , and longitudinal assessment methodologies . Their scholarly work bridges psychometrics with practical educational applications, examining how test design impacts diverse learner populations across international contexts. Key methodological contributions include innovations in mixed-effects modeling, differential item functioning analysis, and validation frameworks for complex assessment systems. Recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward integrating response process data with performance outcomes , particularly through Bayesian modeling and advanced visualization techniques for online assessments. The research consistently addresses measurement challenges in high-stakes contexts including immigration language testing (CELPIP), health literacy instruments, and inclusive classroom models. Dr. Wu's work emphasizes the ecological validity of assessments within their sociocultural contexts. Teaching responsibilities include core methodology courses: EPSE 423 (Assessment of Classroom Learning), EPSE 481 (Introduction to Research in Education), EPSE 482 (Statistics for Educational Research), EPSE 483 (Reading Educational Research), and advanced graduate courses EPSE 592 (Experimental Designs) and EPSE 596 (Correlational Analysis). As Graduate Advisor for Admissions and Scholarship, Dr. Wu shapes the quantitative training of future educational researchers.

Gilles Savardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations research
• Revenue management
• Mathematical optimization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gilles Savard is a Full Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. He serves as Director General of the Institute for Data Valorization (IVADO), a position he held until July 2021 when Luc Vinet succeeded him. He is also a member of the Research Group in Decision Analysis (GERAD) and the Interuniversity Research Center on Enterprise Networks, Logistics and Transportation (CIRRELT). In October 2021, he was appointed Acting President of Polytechnique Montréal. His research spans operations research, revenue management, and mathematical optimization with applications in transportation networks, energy systems, and logistics. He has made significant contributions to bilevel programming, network pricing, demand forecasting, and combinatorial optimization. His work bridges theoretical advances in mathematical programming with practical applications in revenue management systems across transportation and energy sectors. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on integrating machine learning techniques with traditional optimization methods for revenue management problems. His work increasingly addresses smart grid optimization and energy market applications while maintaining core expertise in transportation revenue systems. The publications demonstrate sophisticated use of bilevel programming frameworks to model complex decision hierarchies in pricing problems. Order of Academic Palms from the French Ministry of National Education (2018) Innovation Personality Award from ADRIQ (2017) Professor Savard has supervised 23 PhD students and 28 Master's students throughout his career, with research spanning revenue management, transportation optimization, bilevel programming, and energy systems. His students have addressed problems in airline revenue management, railway demand forecasting, media placement optimization, and inventory management. He has participated in numerous research projects related to transportation networks, smart grid systems, and revenue optimization frameworks. Professor Savard has been instrumental in establishing Montreal as a hub for artificial intelligence research through his leadership at IVADO.

Jeffrey Brubacherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Injury Prevention
• Road Safety
• Substance Use
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey Brubacher is a Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Medicine . He serves as Director of both the Vancouver General Hospital Emergency Medicine Research Program and the Road Safety and Public Health Research Lab at UBC. Degrees: MD, M.Sc. His research focuses on injury prevention and road safety , with special emphasis on impaired driving , active transportation , and substance use and injury . Key studies examine cannabis and alcohol impacts on driving, medication-related collision risks, and trauma outcomes. Scientific Awards: Recipient of the 2023 Research Excellence Staff Award at UBC His recent publications (2025-2024) demonstrate expertise in motor vehicle collision risk factors , substance use epidemiology , trauma care systems , and policy evaluation . Studies span cannabis impairment, cardiac device safety, pedestrian injuries, and healthcare cost analysis.

Jacinthe Savardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Francophone Minority Communities Health
• Active Offer of French Language Services
• Interprofessional Collaboration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacinthe Savard is a Full Professor at the University of Ottawa's School of Rehabilitation Sciences within the Faculty of Health Sciences, holding a concurrent half-time position as Director of Research and Development at the IUCPHC. Her research affiliations include the Collège des chaires de recherche sur le monde francophone, Institut du savoir Montfort, and GREFOPS research group. Her educational background comprises: B.Sc. Occupational Therapy, Laval University (1982) M.Sc. Health Administration, University of Montreal (1992) Ph.D. Public Health, University of Montreal (2009) Dr. Savard's research pioneers health services for Canadian Francophone minority communities , with groundbreaking work on active offer of French language services and interprofessional collaboration frameworks . She develops culturally responsive assessment tools while investigating systemic barriers to linguistic equity in healthcare. Her innovative simulation-based training methodologies transform how health professionals deliver services in minority language contexts. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strategic expansion into telehealth applications for Francophone communities, mental health service innovations, and virtual simulation pedagogy. This trajectory demonstrates evolving expertise from foundational service-access studies toward scalable implementation science solutions across Canada's linguistic minority regions. Her scientific recognition includes: University of Ottawa and Institut du Savoir Montfort Research Chair on the Health of Francophones in Ontario (2019) Dr. Savard secures substantial research funding through her Research Chair and institutional grants, directing projects that develop simulation toolkits for active offer training and telehealth program implementation. She mentors occupational therapy students while leading interprofessional curriculum development initiatives that bridge clinical practice and linguistic accessibility standards. As co-leader of the Research Chair on Francophone Health and GREFOPS core member, she directs collaborative teams generating evidence-based frameworks for minority language health services. These initiatives integrate community stakeholders, policymakers, and healthcare providers to create sustainable service models across Ontario and national Francophone minority contexts.

Shu Liمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Risk Theory
• Ruin Theory
• Stochastic Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shu Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistical and Actuarial Sciences at Western University's Faculty of Science. Their research focuses on risk theory, ruin theory, stochastic modeling, and predictive analytics in insurance and finance. Recent work includes advancements in generalized drawdown processes, active learning applications for variable annuity portfolios, and generalized Poisson regression models for insurance claims. Publications frequently appear in top-tier journals like Insurance: Mathematics and Economics and ASTIN Bulletin. Scientific awards include professional designations as Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) and Associate of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (ACIA). They supervise graduate students in research areas related to financial risk management and contribute to Canada’s Financial Wellness Lab.

Zeinab Hosseinidoustمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Antimicrobial Resistance
• Bioengineering
• Biomaterials
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Zeinab Hosseinidoust is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at McMaster University and holds the Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Bacteriophage Bioengineering. Her work bridges chemical and biomedical engineering to address antimicrobial resistance through innovative bacteriophage-based technologies. She leads the Hosseinidoust Research Group, which focuses on transforming phages into scalable products for healthcare, agriculture, and food safety. Education: Ph.D. from McGill University, postdoctoral training at Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems. Research Pillars: Phage Antimicrobials, Phage Biomaterials, Phage Diagnostics, and Aerosolized Phage Applications. Her 15 most recent articles (2024–2025) emphasize translational phage bioengineering, including high-throughput diagnostic platforms, antimicrobial microgels, and smart implant coatings. Key themes include Phage Therapy , Biomaterials Engineering , and Nano-Structured Antimicrobials , with subfields like 3D Bioprinting , Smart Textiles , and In Vivo Models . Awards: Canada Research Chair, Ontario Early Researcher Award, Dean’s Honor Roll for Teaching Excellence. Teaching: Courses in Heat Transfer (CHEMENG 3A04) and Health Solutions Design Projects II (IBEHS 2P03). Collaborative Affiliations: Core member of the Farncombe Institute for Digestive Health, associate member of the Michael DeGroote Institute for Infectious Disease Research, School of Biomedical Engineering, and CEPEM.

Hamed Bekeratمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Medical Physics
• Radiation Oncology
• Brachytherapy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hamed Bekerat is a Lecturer at the Medical Physics Unit of McGill University and a Medical Physicist in the Radiation Oncology Department at SMBD Jewish General Hospital. His work focuses on advancing radiation therapy techniques through computational modeling and experimental dosimetry. BSc in Physics from Birzeit University (1997) PhD in Physics from the University of Utah (2006) MSc in Medical Physics from McGill University (2013) Research Interests: Hamed Bekerat specializes in Monte Carlo simulations for CT x-ray energy spectra, radiochromic film dosimetry for accurate dose measurements, and optimization of HDRBT boost dose delivery in radiation oncology. His work addresses technical challenges in brachytherapy quality assurance and dose verification. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2019–2020) emphasize Monte Carlo simulation methodologies, improvements in dosimetry using radiochromic films, and clinical optimization for rectal cancer treatments. These studies reflect interdisciplinary collaboration between medical physics and radiation oncology. Scientific Awards: Member, Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (MCCPM) since 2015

• Transportation Infrastructure
• Urban Planning
• Sustainable Mobility
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hanna Maoh is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Earth, Environment & Society at McMaster University. Her work focuses on transportation infrastructure , urban planning , and sustainable mobility , with a strong emphasis on spatial analysis and electric vehicle adoption .

Nicole Li-Jessenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• upper airway health and diseases
• computational medicine
• tissue engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicole Li-Jessen, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at McGill University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences and holds the Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Personalized Medicine of Upper Airway Health and Diseases. She serves as Graduate Program Director for the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders and is an Associate Investigator at The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC). Dr. Li-Jessen maintains additional affiliations with the Departments of Otolaryngology and Biomedical Engineering, and is a Research Member of Quantitative Life Sciences and McGill Regenerative Medicine Network. Dr. Li-Jessen's research laboratory integrates in vitro, in vivo, and in silico (computational) approaches to study vocal fold biology and wound healing, with the goal of generating computational platforms that guide surgeons and speech pathologists in voice repair methods. Her key research areas include: Non-invasive assessment of airway reflux Designing 3D printable biomaterial for laryngeal tissue and muscle reconstruction Creating wearable e-health devices for upper airway monitoring Agent-based modeling of vocal trauma and repair response Development of tumor-on-a-chip platforms for studying laryngeal cancer chemoresistance Her work is funded by a Canada Research Chair, the CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC, FRQS, and NIH in the United States. Dr. Li-Jessen has published extensively in high-impact journals across biomedical engineering, otolaryngology, and regenerative medicine fields, with recent publications focusing on vocal fold biomaterials, computational modeling of vocal pathology, and audio-based digital biomarkers for respiratory diseases. Dr. Li-Jessen has received several prestigious awards including the Canada Research Chair (2021), Principal's Prize for Excellence in Teaching (2018), and the Rosemary Wedderburn Brown Prize (2018). She serves as Section Editor of PLOS Digital Health and is actively involved in science policy as a Delegate for Science Meets Parliament. As Graduate Program Director, Dr. Li-Jessen oversees graduate thesis programs in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders and has mentored numerous PhD, Master's, and undergraduate students. She leads the Voice and Upper Airway Research Lab (VUA Lab), which advocates for EDI principles in STEM and currently has open positions for PhD and post-doctoral researchers in computer modeling and digital health projects.

Ehab Zalokمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fire-structure interaction
• Reinforced concrete structures
• Fire safety engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ehab Zalok is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Carleton University, where he teaches structural engineering and fire safety courses. His academic credentials include a B.Sc. from Military Technical College, M.A.Sc. from Ain Shams University, and Ph.D. from Carleton University. He is also a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). His educational background demonstrates a strong foundation in engineering principles: B.Sc. from Military Technical College M.A.Sc. from Ain Shams University Ph.D. from Carleton University Dr. Zalok's research focuses on fire-structure interaction and reinforced concrete structures . He specializes in evaluating structural aspects of fire safety through experimental work and computer modeling. His work analyzes thermal response of structures and fire resistance of building elements under different fire scenarios to develop performance-based Fire-Structural designs. Currently, he leads research on Improving the Fire Endurance of Concrete Block Masonry Walls , using experimental tests and thermal imaging to develop next-generation fire performance standards. His research is supported by funding from the Canada Masonry Design Centre (CMDC), Canadian Concrete Masonry Producers Association (CCMPA), and Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). Notable awards include: 2010-2011 Teaching Achievement Award 2006 SFPE National Capital Region Chapter Scholarship for Fire Safety Engineering Dr. Zalok teaches undergraduate courses including CIVE 2200 Mechanics of Solids I and CIVE 4614 Building Fire Safety, and graduate courses like CIVE 5614 Design for Fire Resistance. His work connects with Carleton's Fire Safety Engineering Research Program, which utilizes the expanded Fire Research Facility in partnership with the National Research Council of Canada.

Andrei Volodinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Statistical Inference
• Limit Theorems
• Distributions on Abstract Spaces
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Andrei Volodin is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Regina, Canada. He serves as the Co-op Work/Study Coordinator and has an extensive publication record spanning probability theory, statistical inference, and applied statistics. His research focuses on limit theorems, bootstrap methods, and distributional analysis with applications to quality control and healthcare economics.

Hector Levesqueمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Knowledge Representation
• Automated Reasoning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hector Levesque is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on knowledge representation and reasoning in artificial intelligence, including formalization of concepts like belief, goals, and intentions, as well as tractable automated reasoning methods. He has authored influential textbooks and monographs such as The Logic of Knowledge Bases and Machines like Us . Levesque's work spans theoretical contributions to practical applications, including cognitive robotics and AI with common sense. Beyond academia, he is an active composer and creator of musical software, blending his technical expertise with artistic expression through projects like Rach2 and Three Adagios . His educational contributions include undergraduate and graduate textbooks used globally, supported by supplementary materials like slides and Prolog programs. Though no formal awards are listed, his prolific publications and interdisciplinary efforts highlight his impact in AI and computational theory.

Rajendra Guptaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Astrophysics
• Cosmology
• General Relativity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rajendra Gupta is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Ottawa. His research focuses on astrophysics, cosmology, and general relativity, with an emphasis on evolving physical constants, the dynamics of the universe, and observations using facilities like the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST). He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Allahabad, India, and has been affiliated with institutions including the National Research Council of Canada, McGill University, and the University of Manitoba. His research interests include cosmological models beyond the standard framework, analysis of cosmic microwave background (CMB) data, baryon acoustic oscillations (BAO), and dark matter/energy studies. He actively explores how variations in fundamental constants (e.g., gravitational constant, fine-structure constant) impact astrophysical phenomena such as supernova luminosity, quasar spectra, and early universe conditions. His recent publications (2020–2024) investigate topics like CCC+TL cosmology, JWST observations of the early universe, and constraints on varying constants using quasars and gravitational lensing. He also contributes to metrology through experiments like inertial mass measurement with Kibble balances. Dr. Gupta teaches astrophysics at both undergraduate and graduate levels and maintains an active research program analyzing observational data from cutting-edge telescopes and theoretical models. His work bridges theoretical cosmology with experimental astrophysics, addressing longstanding questions like the lithium problem and the faint young Sun paradox.