جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Anatomy
• Morphology
• Vascular Anatomy
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Prof. Dr. Kenan Aycan is a Professor of Anatomy at Ahi Evran University's Faculty of Medicine, Department of Basic Medical Sciences, where he has served since 2019. He also holds the position of Department Head since 2020. Previously, he worked at Erciyes University as a School Director from 2011-2016. His academic career spans over four decades with significant contributions to anatomical sciences. Dr. Aycan earned his PhD in Basic Medical Sciences from Ege University's Faculty of Medicine (1983-1986) following his Bachelor's degree in Science from Ege University's Faculty of Science (1970-1975). He also holds a Certificate of Use of Experimental Animals from Erciyes University (2008). His research focuses on anatomical morphology, vascular structures, and developmental processes. Dr. Aycan has pioneered anatomical techniques including the 'Aycan's method' for corrosion preparations. His work spans comparative anatomy across various species, morphometric analyses of anatomical structures, and investigations into teratogenic effects and protective agents. He has extensively studied the foramen magnum using golden ratio principles, vascular anatomy of reproductive organs in ruminants, and auditory ossicles in sheep. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals consistent focus on anatomical methodology development, morphometric studies of key anatomical structures, vascular anatomy investigations, and research on developmental processes and teratology. His work often employs plastic injection and corrosion techniques, CT imaging, and comparative approaches across human and animal models. Dr. Aycan has mentored numerous graduate students, serving as primary advisor for over 20 Master's and PhD theses covering diverse anatomical topics from vascular variations to developmental studies. His collaborative network includes researchers like Tufan Ulcay, Burcu Kamaşak, and others across Turkish institutions.

• Urban morphology
• Urban design
• Street layout and network structure
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen Marshall is Professor of Urban Morphology and Urban Design at The Bartlett School of Planning, University College London. He also served as Visiting Professor at the Department of Architecture and Urban Studies, Politecnico di Milano, Italy from 2019 to 2021. With over twenty-five years of experience in the built environment fields, initially in consultancy and subsequently in academia, Professor Marshall has established himself as a leading expert in urban morphology and design. His educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy from University College London (2001), a Postgraduate Diploma from Edinburgh College of Art (1995), a Master of Science from the University of Leeds (1989), and a Bachelor of Engineering from the University of Glasgow (1988). Professor Marshall's principal research focuses on urban morphology and street layout, examining their relationships with urban formative processes including urban design, coding and planning. His work bridges urban design theory with practical applications, exploring how cities evolve through complex interactions of physical form, social processes, and planning interventions. He has written or edited several influential books including 'Streets and Patterns' (2005), 'Cities, Design and Evolution' (2009), and 'Urban Coding and Planning' (2011). His recent publications reveal a growing interest in applying complexity science to urban morphology, with particular attention to biological analogies for understanding self-organizing cities. He has pioneered research on digital participation methods in urban planning, exploring how online platforms can enhance public engagement in urban space design. His work consistently bridges theoretical urban morphology with practical applications for contemporary urban challenges like pandemic adaptation and sustainable transport. Professor Marshall has served as Chair of the Editorial Board of Urban Design and Planning from its launch to 2012, and is now co-editor of Built Environment journal. His editorial work has significantly shaped scholarly discourse in urban planning and design. He leads several significant research initiatives including the Incubators of Public Spaces project, which explores digital platforms for co-creating urban spaces, and the Self-Organising Built Environment project, which investigates biological analogies in urbanism. These projects reflect his interdisciplinary approach to understanding and shaping urban environments, connecting with Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).

Radu Iovitaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Paleolithic Archaeology
• Human Responses to Environmental Change
• Eurasian Loess Steppe
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Radu Iovita is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at New York University. Previously, he held positions at the University of Tübingen (until 2023) and the Leibniz Research Institute for Archaeology in Germany. His research focuses on Paleolithic archaeology, human-environmental interactions, and stone tool technology, with a specific emphasis on the Eurasian loess steppe. He leads the EU-funded PALAEOSILKROAD project in Kazakhstan, investigating human dispersals during the Late Pleistocene. His Anthrotopography lab combines microscopic analysis of tool use and remote sensing to reconstruct past landscapes. Education: PhD in Anthropology (University of Pennsylvania, 2008), MPhil in Archaeology (University of Cambridge, 2002), AB in Anthropology (Harvard University, 2001). Key grants include an ERC Starting Grant (2017–2022). Research interests span lithic technology, experimental archaeology, and geoarchaeological methods. Recent work includes discoveries of Paleolithic sites in Kazakhstan, studies on Neanderthal adhesive use, and AI-driven analysis of use-wear patterns. Collaborations involve institutions like ETH Zurich and the University of Tübingen. He is actively involved in field projects in Central Asia and lab-based experimental studies.

Daniel J. Fieldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Avian Evolution
• Vertebrate Palaeontology
• Bird Biodiversity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Daniel J. Field is Professor of Vertebrate Palaeontology in the Department of Earth Sciences and the Strickland Curator of Ornithology at the University of Cambridge Museum of Zoology. He is a Fellow of Christ's College, Cambridge, where Charles Darwin studied as an undergraduate, and serves as the founding director of the Darwin-Hamied Centre at Christ's College. Field also maintains research associate positions at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and the Natural History Museum (London). Field is an evolutionary biologist and palaeontologist whose research focuses on deciphering the origins of modern avian biodiversity using fossil, anatomical, and molecular data. His work spans multiple themes including clarifying how birds survived and diversified following the mass extinction of non-avian dinosaurs, studying the evolutionary histories of major living bird groups, and understanding the evolutionary origins of distinctive biological features such as the modern bird skull. In 2020, his team announced the discovery of Asteriornis maastrichtensis (the 'Wonderchicken'), the oldest-known modern bird fossil and an early relative of the group that gave rise to living chickens and ducks. Field's publication record shows consistent research output across multiple areas of avian evolution, with recent work focusing on avian palate evolution, skeletal pneumaticity, developmental patterns in bird skulls, and the evolutionary relationships among major bird groups. His research integrates cutting-edge techniques including CT scanning, geometric morphometrics, and phylogenetic analysis to address fundamental questions about vertebrate evolution. Field leads an active research group comprising postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and master's students from around the world. His lab has produced significant work on topics including the evolution of flightlessness in ratites, the developmental underpinnings of avian morphological diversity, and the phylogenetic relationships among major bird lineages. The lab maintains strong international collaborations and has been instrumental in training the next generation of evolutionary biologists and palaeontologists. Field is passionate about natural history and science outreach, and enjoys photographing Earth's vertebrate biodiversity in the field. His work bridges the gap between traditional palaeontology and modern evolutionary biology, contributing significantly to our understanding of how modern bird diversity arose from their dinosaurian ancestors.

• Entomology
• Dung Beetle Ecology
• Biodiversity Conservation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Claudia Palestrini is a Professor at the Department of Life Sciences and Systems Biology , University of Turin. Her work focuses on dung beetles , ground beetles , and Alpine biodiversity conservation , with a strong emphasis on geometric morphometrics , zoogeography , and entomology . Her research integrates ecology , systematics , and phylogeny to study insect communities in Alpine and Mediterranean environments. Key themes include habitat use , species differentiation , and sustainable land management . She has contributed to over 400 publications, with recent work analyzing equine feeding devices and insect acoustic signals . Her teaching includes courses on Entomology for Cultural Heritage , Biological Sciences , and Environmental Education . She serves on academic committees like the Department Council and Interdisciplinary Sport Sciences program. Her work bridges entomology and sustainable sports practices , highlighting the importance of biodiversity in human-impacted ecosystems.

Greger Larsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Genomics
• Ancient DNA
• Domestication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Greger Larson is a leading scholar in evolutionary genomics and bioarchaeology at the University of Oxford, serving as Director of the Palaeogenomics & Bio-Archaeology Research Network. Based at Brasenose College, he specializes in ancient DNA studies, domestication processes, and human-animal dispersal patterns. His work bridges archaeology, genetics, and computational biology to address long-standing evolutionary questions. University of Oxford: Current affiliation Palaeo-BARN: Director Research focus: Domestication, ancient DNA, phylogenetics Larson's research integrates ancient DNA with morphological data to reconstruct evolutionary trajectories. His projects span mammals like dogs, cats, and pigs, exploring how domestication shaped modern biodiversity. Recent work examines viral virulence through archaeological samples and interdisciplinary analyses of historical human-animal interactions. His publications highlight trends in domestication genetics, including dual dispersal patterns in dogs and genetic shifts in post-introduction populations. Collaborative efforts like the FarmGtex project emphasize functional genomics across livestock tissues. Supervision includes DPhil students studying epidemiological transitions, Basque uniqueness, and bioarchaeological methods. Current grants from AHRC and ERC support his work on human-chicken interactions and ancient DNA synthesis.

Duncan J. Irschickمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Biology
• Animal Behavior
• Bioinspiration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Duncan J. Irschick is a Professor of Biology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, leading the Irschick Lab and co-founding initiatives like Digital Life and the Center for Evolutionary Materials. His research integrates evolutionary biology, biomechanics, and technology to study animal movement, adhesion systems, and 3D imaging. He earned a B.S. from UC Davis (1991) and a Ph.D. from Washington University, St. Louis (1996). Research focuses on gecko adhesion (GeckskinTM), 3D imaging (BeastcamTM), and bioinspired technologies. He explores how animal form and function inform synthetic design, with applications in conservation, robotics, and material science. His work spans diverse taxa, including sharks, salamanders, and reptiles, emphasizing functional morphology and evolutionary adaptation. Key achievements include over 137 peer-reviewed publications, patents on adhesives, and global media recognition. Awards include UMass Amherst's Outstanding Research Award (2014), Chancellor's Medal (2014), and Distinguished Faculty Lecture (2016). He has delivered 76 invited talks worldwide and collaborates with engineers, computer scientists, and conservationists. His lab develops open-access 3D models via Digital Life, aiding education and conservation. Current projects include studying elasmobranch energetics, reptile locomotion, and biomimetic materials. Grants from NIH, NSF, and private foundations fund this multidisciplinary work.

Ajay B. Limayeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fluvial geomorphology
• Quantitative stratigraphy
• Planetary surfaces
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ajay B. Limaye is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at the University of Virginia. His research spans terrestrial and planetary landscapes, focusing on fluvial geomorphology, quantitative stratigraphy, and planetary surface processes. He employs remote sensing, geospatial analysis, numerical modeling, and laboratory experiments to study river dynamics, sedimentary deposits, and climate records on Earth, Mars, and Titan. His work integrates NSF and NASA-funded projects, including the development of a Landscape Evolution Laboratory with a 7m×3m experimental basin for controlled landscape modeling. His research explores feedbacks between landslides and ecology in central Virginia, Martian deltaic deposits, and submarine channel systems. He teaches courses in geomorphology, planetary geology, and fundamental geosciences. NSF CAREER Award (2023) : "GLOW: Sequencing rivers with machine learning and bioinformatics" Keck Institute Fellowship (2010) : High-resolution stratigraphy of Mars polar deposits Recent publications analyze braided river dynamics (e.g., Brahmaputra-Jamuna River), meander bend geometry, landslide-vegetation interactions, and planetary hydrology. His experimental work on autogenic fluvial terraces and turbidity maximum zones in estuaries demonstrates interdisciplinary methodological rigor.

Shahar Kovalskyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Optimization
• Geometry
• Computer Graphics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shahar Kovalsky is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH), with secondary appointments in the School of Data Science and Society and an adjunct role in the Department of Computer Science (both within the College of Arts and Sciences). He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Applied Mathematics from the Weizmann Institute of Science, and B.Sc./M.Sc. degrees in Mathematics and Electrical Engineering from Ben-Gurion University. His research bridges optimization, geometry, computer graphics, machine learning, and their applications in biology and medicine. Kovalsky's work includes advancements in geometric modeling, medical imaging diagnostics, and evolutionary biology analysis. He has been recognized with awards such as the Günter Enderle Best Paper Award (Eurographics 2016) and the SGP 2015 Best Paper Award. Education: Ph.D., Computer Science & Applied Mathematics, Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel B.Sc./M.Sc., Mathematics & Electrical Engineering, Ben-Gurion University, Israel Research Interests: His work focuses on geometric optimization, machine learning for medical diagnostics (e.g., thyroid cytopathology), and computational methods in evolutionary biology. He develops algorithms for injectivity-preserving parameterizations, medical image analysis, and Gaussian process landmarking for morphometric studies. Key Contributions: Deep learning models for thyroid cancer prediction from smartphone images Geometric algorithms for surface parameterization and injectivity Applications of Gaussian processes in evolutionary shape analysis Awards: Günter Enderle Best Paper Award (Eurographics 2016) SGP 2015 Best Paper Award Teaching & Mentoring: Kovalsky advises graduate and undergraduate students (e.g., Fengyu Yang, Maddy Vinal) and teaches courses like Optimization in Machine Learning at UNC-CH. He also co-advises students in interdisciplinary projects with Caroline Moosmüller and Jeremy Marzuola. Labs & Affiliations: Member of the Carolina Center for Interdisciplinary Applied Mathematics (CCIAM) and previously a Phillip Griffiths Assistant Research Professor at Duke University (2017-2020).

• Perception Engineering
• Extended Reality
• Virtual Reality
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mark Bo Jensen is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) at the Department of Engineering Technology and Didactics, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), specializing in Energy Technology and Computer Science. His research is centered on Perception Engineering and Extended Reality technologies, particularly Virtual Reality (VR), with applications in human cognition, computer graphics, and scientific visualization. His research interests lie at the intersection of engineering and cognitive sciences, focusing on creating immersive and convincing extended reality experiences. Jensen applies his over 10 years of expertise in real-time computer graphics to advance VR systems for perception modeling, geometric data visualization, and material appearance simulation. His work contributes to fields such as medical diagnostics, 3D annotation, and photorealistic rendering. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in leveraging VR for scientific tasks, such as anatomical landmark annotation and visual field testing, as well as advancing core graphics techniques like meshlet optimization and diffusion-based stereo image generation. His research integrates computer vision, graphics algorithms, and human-centered design. While no scientific awards are currently listed, his active participation in research projects and consistent publication output indicate a growing academic profile. He has contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations involving medical, biological, and engineering domains. Jensen has been involved in advising and research projects, including serving as a PhD student in the 'Virtual Reality-Based Visualization of Geometric Data' project and currently as a project participant in 'AL-EYE: The Visual Aid'. These projects reflect his focus on applied VR solutions and data understanding. His work is conducted within the Energy Technology and Computer Science division at DTU, where he contributes to advancing perception-driven technologies and their practical implementation in scientific and medical contexts.

Lenny Salvagnoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Zooarchaeology
• Animal Domestication
• Husbandry Intensification
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lenny Salvagno is a University Teacher in Zooarchaeology at the School of Biosciences, University of Sheffield. He holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield (2017) and a prior degree from the University of Parma (2007). His academic affiliation spans institutions such as the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (2020–present) and the University of Sheffield (2011–present). Education: PhD in Archaeology, University of Sheffield (2017) BA in Archaeology, University of Parma (2007) Research Interests: Salvagno specializes in animal domestication and husbandry intensification, with a focus on medieval Britain and prehistoric Italy. His work integrates geometric morphometrics and statistical analysis to resolve identification challenges in faunal remains, particularly sheep/goat and pig studies. He investigates ritual deposits, settlement continuity from the Neolithic to Modern era, and socio-economic transformations through faunal assemblages. Publication Trends: Salvagno’s research bridges methodological innovation (e.g., biometric systems for sheep/goat differentiation, tooth wear rate quantification) with socio-historical interpretation (pig husbandry during medieval-early modern transitions, goat rarity in England). His work often involves comparative studies across species (sheep, goat, cattle, pig) and periods (Neolithic to Post-Medieval), emphasizing regional contexts like Northern Italy and England. Scientific Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (2020) Gerda Henkel Stiftung Post-doc Grant (2017) AHRC PhD Grant (2012) University Research and Innovation Grant (2011) Teaching and Collaboration: Salvagno actively teaches zooarchaeology to undergraduates and masters students and contributes to short courses like 'Understanding Zooarchaeology I'. He collaborates with institutions such as the University of Sheffield, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, and the Gerda Henkel Stiftung, focusing on grants and multi-methodological research projects.

Alexandra Schuhمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Facial Evolution
• Ontogeny
• Neanderthals
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alexandra Schuh is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Department of Human Origins at the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Leipzig, Germany, where she has worked since July 2023. Her research integrates evolutionary anthropology with developmental biology to investigate facial bone growth patterns across hominids. Her academic training includes a Ph.D. in Human Evolution from the Max Planck Institute (2016-2020), a Master's in Biological Anthropology and Prehistory from the University of Bordeaux (2012-2014), and a Bachelor's in Cellular Biology and Physiology from the University of Strasbourg and University of Montreal (2009-2012). She also completed a Fyssen postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Bordeaux (2022-2023). Dr. Schuh's research focuses on facial evolution , ontogeny , Neanderthal anatomy , and the cellular and genetic mechanisms of bone modelling . She employs advanced 3D imaging, geometric morphometrics, and bone histology to analyze developmental processes in human and primate facial skeletons, with particular emphasis on comparative studies between modern humans, Neanderthals, and chimpanzees. Her publication record reveals a consistent trajectory in hominid facial development research, combining microscopic bone analysis with evolutionary morphology. Key themes include the evolutionary roots of human facial gracilization, midfacial growth patterns, and the developmental integration of facial structures across ontogeny and phylogeny. Her scientific recognition includes: Fyssen Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021) Poster prize at the 1841st Annual meetings of the Anthropological Society of Paris (2016) Dr. Schuh has secured significant research funding including the FACCTS program award ($25,000, 2023) for skull evolution studies and the Grand Projet de Recherche HUMAN PAST (€5,755, 2022). She collaborates with leading researchers like Philipp Gunz and Shara Freidline on projects examining primate skull development and facial gracilization through the DevCel initiative. As an active member of the Department of Human Origins, she contributes to interdisciplinary efforts integrating developmental biology into paleoanthropological frameworks, advancing methodological approaches in fossil hominin analysis through cutting-edge imaging and morphometric techniques.

Kassandra Fordمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Convergent Evolution
• Ichthyology
• Evolutionary Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kassandra Ford serves as Assistant Professor and Curator of Ichthyology and Molluscs at the Bell Museum, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, with appointments in the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, & Conservation Biology. She leads The Convergence Lab, focusing on evolutionary morphology in freshwater fishes. Her educational foundation includes: PhD in Environmental & Evolutionary Biology from University of Louisiana at Lafayette BS in Genetics from University of Wisconsin - Madison Dr. Ford's research centers on convergent evolution across biological hierarchies, investigating whether morphological convergence translates to functional/ecological convergence, its genetic basis in non-model organisms, and tropical-temperate divergence patterns. Her methodology integrates 3D morphometrics, phylogenetic comparative analysis, and biomechanical testing, primarily using Neotropical and Afrotropical electric fishes as model systems. Analysis of her 2018-2023 publications reveals consistent focus on craniofacial evolution in Gymnotiformes and Mormyroidea, with increasing methodological sophistication in morphological investigations. Her work bridges ichthyology, evolutionary developmental biology, and functional morphology while emphasizing cross-continental comparisons of freshwater fish radiations. Her recognition includes: Best Student Paper (American Society of Ichthyology & Herpetology, 2023) NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship ($138,000, 2022) BioOne Ambassador Award Nomination (2023) ICVM Research Travel Award ($2,000, 2019) Dr. Ford teaches Ichthyology (FW4136/5136) and graduate seminars while directing The Convergence Lab. She currently has no active graduate student recruitment due to funding constraints but evaluates future opportunities based on research alignment and grant availability, requiring prospective students to initiate contact during summer/fall for the following academic year. The Convergence Lab employs micro-CT scanning and geometric morphometrics to analyze teleost craniofacial evolution, maintaining active collaborations with ichthyology collections across North America and specializing in electric fish systematics.

Andrea Badenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Primatology
• Primate Conservation Biology
• Landscape Genetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrea Baden is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Hunter College, School of Arts and Sciences, and a Doctoral Faculty member at the CUNY Graduate Center. She directs the Primate Molecular Ecology Laboratory (PMEL) and contributes to the New York Consortium in Evolutionary Primatology (NYCEP). Her fieldwork in Madagascar focuses on the Ruffed Lemur Project, integrating ecology, genetics, and behavior. Hunter College, CUNY (2013–present) CUNY Graduate Center (Doctoral Faculty) New York Consortium in Evolutionary Primatology (Core Faculty) Her research explores how landscape features influence primate distribution, migration, and genetic diversity, linking these to social behavior evolution. Publications span journals like Nature Scientific Reports , Animal Behaviour , and American Journal of Primatology , with themes in landscape genetics, conservation, and behavioral endocrinology. Dr. Baden has received the Feliks Gross Endowment Award and a Fulbright Fellowship for her work. She teaches human evolution, primatology, and conservation biology, mentoring future scientists through fieldwork and lab research. PhD in Anthropology, Stony Brook University MA in Anthropology, Stony Brook University BA in Anthropology, University of Miami Postdoctoral Research, Yale University

Daniel Baumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Scientific Visualization
• Computational Biology
• Image Analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Daniel Baum is a Research Professor and Head of the Visual Data Analysis research group at the Zuse Institute Berlin (ZIB), which is affiliated with Freie Universität Berlin. His work spans across scientific visualization, computational biology, and image analysis, with a particular focus on developing methods for analyzing complex biological structures and neural circuits. He is actively involved in multiple interdisciplinary research projects including HFSP Chitons, Geometric Learning for Single-Cell RNA Velocity Modeling, and RobustCircuit. Dr. Baum's research interests center on visual and data-centric computing approaches to solve complex problems in biology and medicine. His work bridges the gap between computational methods and biological applications, with significant contributions to cryo-electron tomography analysis, neural circuit mapping, and geometric morphometrics. He develops innovative algorithms for 3D reconstruction, image segmentation, and visualization of biological structures, from molecular to organismal scales. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to visualization techniques applied to biological problems, with recent work focusing on neural circuit analysis in zebrafish and Drosophila, biomechanical studies of animal structures, and advanced methods for analyzing ancient artifacts. The research shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated multimodal data integration and machine learning approaches. Dr. Baum leads a productive research group with several key collaborators who frequently appear as co-authors on his publications, indicating a strong mentoring relationship. His projects involve substantial funding from various sources supporting interdisciplinary collaborations across biology, computer science, and engineering. His laboratory at ZIB focuses on visual data analysis for complex biological systems, with particular strength in developing computational methods for neuroscience applications and biomaterial analysis. The group maintains strong collaborations with multiple institutions working on cutting-edge imaging technologies and biological model systems.