جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Business-IT Alignment
• Digitalization of Public Services
• Strategic Agility
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Nicholas Mavengere is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at Bournemouth University's Faculty of Science & Technology. He serves as Program Leader for the BSc Business Information Technology and BSc Information Technology Management programs, and leads departmental sustainability initiatives. Previously, he was a post-doctoral researcher at Tampere University (Finland), where he earned his PhD in Information and Systems, recognized with a European conference best PhD award and a university award. His research focuses on business-IT alignment, digital public services, strategic agility, and e-learning. Notable projects include the World IT Project (examining global IT workforce issues), the EU-funded OnCreate Strategic Partnership (online collaboration innovation), and the StrAgile Project (strategic agility in manufacturing). He has organized academic conferences, chaired sessions at ECIS/ICIS/AMCIS, and edited conference proceedings and books. Dr. Mavengere is a Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy and holds memberships in the British Computer Society and Association of Information Systems. His work spans theoretical contributions (e.g., strategic agility frameworks) and applied projects like NetPLM's product lifecycle management systems.

• Statistics in Sports
• Operational Research
• Health and Genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mr Gary Hearne is a Senior Lecturer in Statistics & Operational Research at Middlesex University , affiliated with the Design Engineering & Mathematics school. His research focuses on advanced statistical methodologies applied to sports performance analysis, health-related genetic and lifestyle factors, and data-driven decision making in education and sports. He has contributed to peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, exploring topics such as effect sizes in high-performance sports, predictive modeling of childhood obesity, and performance indicators in rugby league. Education & Background : While specific educational details are not provided in the text, his academic background aligns with expertise in statistics and operational research. His current appointment is noted as 'Academic staff (past)', indicating prior active involvement. Research Interests : Gary’s work bridges statistical rigor and practical application. Key areas include: - Sports Analytics : Applying statistical models to evaluate team and individual performance metrics. - Health Outcomes : Investigating genetic and environmental determinants of childhood overweight. - Data Interpretation : Enhancing methodological approaches in data-driven decision making. Publications Trends : Over the past decade, his publications emphasize statistical methodologies (e.g., confidence intervals, principal component analysis), sports performance metrics, and interdisciplinary health studies. Recent work (2021) critiques traditional statistical testing in sports science, advocating for uncertainty-aware approaches. Awards & Grants : No specific scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided text. Collaborations & Teams : Collaborations include researchers from sports science (e.g., Andrew Turner, Neil Parmar) and public health domains (e.g., Costas Pedlar, Yannis Mavrommatis). His work often involves multidisciplinary teams addressing complex real-world problems.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Data Analytics
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Xiaohui Tao is a distinguished academic at the University of Southern Queensland's School of Mathematics, Physics and Computing, leading the Computing Discipline Team and chairing the ICT Programs Governance Committee. He holds a PhD in Information Technology from Queensland University of Technology (2009). His research focuses on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and health informatics, with over 200 publications in top journals like IEEE TKDE and conferences such as AAAI and IJCAI. He has mentored 10 doctoral students and leads a research group developing real-world AI applications. Education: PhD in Information Technology, Queensland University of Technology, 2009 Research Interests: Dr. Tao's work spans AI-driven health informatics, machine learning algorithms, natural language processing, and privacy-preserving technologies. His projects address critical challenges like mental health monitoring, smart healthcare systems, and privacy in 5G/IoT environments. Recent advancements include federated learning for unlearning mechanisms and multimodal fusion for medical decision support. Grants & Awards: Awarded Australia Research Council grants (DP220101360), Australian Endeavour Fellowships, and multiple best paper awards at conferences like BESC’22 and WI-IAT’20. Recognized for contributions to remote patient monitoring and AI in depression treatment. Labs & Teams: Leads a research group focused on AI applications in healthcare and data science, collaborating on projects like computational social science for mental health and privacy-preserving IoT systems.

Anders D. Olofssonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Technologies in Education
• Teacher Professional Development
• Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anders D. Olofsson is a Professor of Education at the Department of Education , Umeå University, Sweden. He also serves as a Guest Professor in Informatics at the University of Gothenburg. As the national coordinator for the graduate schools GRADE, UPGRADE, and LIKED, he leads interdisciplinary research initiatives in digital technologies and education. Roles & Affiliations: Scientific leader of the research group Learning & ICT (LICT) Editorial board member of the Nordic Journal of Digital Literacy Former Director of Research Studies at Umeå University’s Department of Education Past contributor to the Medical School’s Technology-Enhanced Learning (TEL) projects Research Focus: Olofsson’s work centers on digitalization in education, including teacher professional development (TPD), online learning communities, and the design of educational technologies. His research explores how digital tools shape teaching practices and policy implementation, particularly in K-12 and higher education contexts. Key themes include professional digital competence (PDC), rural resilience in digital policy adaptation, and the interplay between national strategies and local educational practices. Recent Trends in Publications: His work emphasizes critical analyses of digital policy gaps, such as the disconnect between national digitalization strategies and their local implementation. Recent studies highlight rural schools’ adaptive strategies and the challenges of defining “adequate digital competence” for educators. Awards: “Friend of the Conference” at the International Conference on Information and Communication Technologies in Education (ICICTE) Advising & Grants: Olofsson has supervised multiple PhD students and leads the GRADE research consortium funded by the Swedish Research Council. His current projects investigate teacher educators’ digital competence and the digitalization of teacher education. Labs & Teams: Active in the Learning & ICT (LICT) research group and collaborates with the GRADE , UPGRADE , and LIKED graduate schools, fostering interdisciplinary research on education technology.

• Critical policy research
• Education policy
• Education leadership
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alan Gorman is an Assistant Professor in the School of Policy and Practice at Dublin City University's Institute of Education, where he serves as Chair of the Doctor of Education (EdD) programme. His research focuses on critical policy analysis, leadership development, and teacher professional learning across the educational continuum. Research interests span education policy, leadership development, teacher professional learning, and professional identity formation, with particular emphasis on critical policy analysis and system-level educational reform. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on teacher education reform, bullying prevention strategies, and technology integration in education, particularly examining AI applications in lesson planning and digital competence development. Awards include the DCU President's Medal for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (2022) recognizing outstanding pedagogical contributions. Current research initiatives include a tri-nation study on system leadership with international collaborators. As Research Fellow at DCU Anti-Bullying Centre, has contributed to national policy development including Ireland's Action Plan on Bullying.

Will Brehmمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Comparative and International Education
• Global Education Policy
• Education and International Development in Southeast Asia
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Will Brehm is an Associate Professor in Comparative and International Education at the University of Canberra , with adjunct positions at the Waseda Institute for Advanced Study (Tokyo) and the Royal University of Phnom Penh (Cambodia). He collaborates with international organizations like UNESCO and the World Bank. Education: Ph.D. in Comparative and International Education, University of Hong Kong His research integrates comparative education , international development , and political economy within the Mekong sub-region. Key themes include shadow education in Cambodia, regional identity construction in Southeast Asia, and everyday privatization in post-conflict societies. He authored the award-winning book Cambodia for Sale (2021) and co-edited Memory in the Mekong (2022) and Education and Power in Southeast Asia (2023). Recent publications analyze Myanmar’s education policy, regional identity formation, and privatization trends. His podcast FreshEd , used in over 100 universities, has surpassed 1 million downloads. His work spans UNESCO projects , historical materialism , and critical educational theory .

• Sustainability
• Environmental Management
• Renewable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Dr. Mario Tobias holds the position of Honorary Professor at the Technische Universität Braunschweig since 2015, affiliated with the Carl-Friedrich-Gauß-Fakultät's Chair of Production and Logistics. He previously served as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IHK Potsdam from 2014–2023 and currently leads Messe Berlin GmbH. His career spans roles in environmental policy, sustainability management, and industry leadership. Educational Background: 1997: Diploma in Biology, TU Braunschweig 2000: PhD (Biology), TU Braunschweig 2002: Diploma in Business Administration, TU Braunschweig 2007: PhD (Business Administration), Freie Universität Berlin Research Interests: Focus on sustainability strategies, environmental policy implementation, circular economy, and sustainable development in industry and public sectors. He explores topics like waste management, renewable energy policies, and the role of ICT in environmental governance. His work bridges academic research with practical policy applications. Professional Highlights: Leadership roles include Secretary General of the Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies (2011–2014), Executive Board Member at BITKOM (2005–2010), and interim management of 'Deutschland sicher im Netz e.V.' (2006–2007). He advises on sustainability strategies and has authored publications on topics such as China’s environmental challenges, e-waste management, and corporate environmental responsibility. Professional Networks: Active in German and international sustainability organizations. Engages in cross-sector collaborations to advance sustainability goals through policy and innovation.

Elizabeth A. Childsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Technology
• Online Learning Communities
• Open Educational Practices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elizabeth A. Childs is a Professor and Program Head of the Master of Arts in Learning and Technology at Royal Roads University. Her research focuses on designing flexible learning environments leveraging information and communication technology (ICT), with expertise in open educational practices, online communities, and instructional design. She consults internationally on blended and online learning strategies, collaborating with K-12, post-secondary, government, and industry sectors. Education: PhD in Educational Technology, University of Calgary Master of Education in Educational Technology, University of Calgary Bachelor of Education (junior-intermediate science education and art), Queen's University Bachelor of Science, Queen's University Research Interests: Open educational practices and pedagogies, online community design, immersive professional development models, and the integration of design thinking in education. Her work emphasizes accessibility, equity, and engagement in technology-enabled learning environments. Key Projects: "Taking Making": Developing open-access materials for classroom integration. FOLC Model: Investigating digital technology competence and collaborative learning in fully online environments. Grants & Collaborations: Engages in interdisciplinary partnerships to advance educational technology, including projects with government and industry stakeholders. Active in presenting at international conferences such as OER 19 and OE Global.

Eun G. Parkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cloud Computing Trust
• Enterprise Content Management
• Ontology Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Eun G. Park is an Associate Professor at McGill University's School of Information Studies. She holds a PhD in Information Studies from UCLA, an MBA from the University of Pittsburgh, an MS in Library and Information Science from the University of Illinois, and a BA in English Literature from Pusan National University. Her research focuses on cloud computing trust, enterprise content management (ECM), ontology modeling, and organizational trust dynamics. She has advised four graduate students and contributes to interdisciplinary projects in digital humanities and cultural heritage preservation. Her research explores the intersection of technology and trust in organizational and governmental contexts, with notable work on open government data analytics and privacy-preserving cloud solutions. She has collaborated on data rescue initiatives for historical climate records and developed ontology models for cultural heritage collections. Park teaches courses in ECM systems, digital preservation, and electronic records management. Her work bridges technical and policy domains, addressing challenges in legal compliance for sensitive data protection and ICT-driven trust enhancement. She participates in international conferences on digital preservation (InterPARES Trust) and contributes to research labs including the Accessible Computing Technology Research Group and Data Mining & Security Lab. Notable collaborations include the DRAW project (historical climate data digitization) and SafePath (privacy-preserving transportation data publishing). Her research has been applied to policy evaluation in Ghana's e-government initiatives and economic impact analyses of digital repositories.

• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
• Information & Communication Technologies in Built Environment
• Project Risk and Cost Modelling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Madhav Nepal is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Architecture & Built Environment, Faculty of Engineering at Queensland University of Technology (QUT). He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of British Columbia and has extensive academic qualifications in construction engineering and project management. His research focuses on Building Information Modelling (BIM), sustainable construction practices, project lifecycle management, and infrastructure asset management. Dr. Nepal has supervised numerous postgraduate research projects, including work on BIM implementation, power plant risk assessment, and e-tendering readiness in construction. Education: Ph.D., Civil Engineering (Project & Construction Management), University of British Columbia (2011) M.Sc., Building (Project Management), National University of Singapore (2004) M.Eng., Civil Engineering (Construction Engineering & Management), Asian Institute of Technology (2001) His research interests span BIM integration in construction workflows, ICT applications for sustainability, and risk modeling in large infrastructure projects. Recent work emphasizes machine learning applications for urban sustainability and ontology-based risk management in public-private partnerships. Dr. Nepal actively contributes to teaching units like Project Management Principles (BEN610/PMN610) and Managing Project Cost (BEB113). His publications highlight innovations in BIM adoption frameworks, cost overrun risk assessment methodologies, and safety inspection technologies using mobile computing. Supervision highlights include doctoral work on BIM-GIS infrastructure frameworks and cost overrun modeling in power plants. He has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects addressing nonconformity in construction supply chains and smart building technologies for UAE prisons.

Jose G. Perez Ramosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Public Health
• Health Disparities
• Community Health
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jose G. Perez Ramos is an Assistant Professor with joint appointments in the Department of Public Health Sciences, Center for Community Health and Prevention, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Department of Pediatrics at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. His research focuses on community-driven approaches and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) innovations to address health disparities and sociostructural determinants of health in marginalized communities. He leads the PR Lab, which develops interventions like the Ana chatbot and ¡mZAP! mobile application to tackle environmental health risks and improve healthcare access. Education: PhD in Translational Biomedical Science (2019), MPH in Public Health (2015), BA in Political Science (2005) from the University of Puerto Rico. Research interests include health equity, ICT for public health, and disaster response. Notable projects address chronic disease management in Puerto Rican rural communities and pandemic-related health information equity. Awards include the Healthcare Business Academy Fellowship and Health Equity Scholar recognition. He advises graduate students in health services research and public health programs, collaborates with institutions like the University of Puerto Rico, and leads interdisciplinary teams to advance health justice globally.

Sandra McNallyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Economics of Education
• Gender Differences in Tertiary Education
• Vocational Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sandra McNally is a Professor of Economics at the University of Surrey and Director of the Education and Skills Programme at the Centre for Economic Performance, London School of Economics. Her work bridges economic theory with empirical education policy analysis. PhD in Economics (University College London) MSc in Environmental and Resource Economics (University College London) BA Mod. in Economics (Trinity College Dublin) Her research focuses on: Economic evaluation of education policies in schools and further education Gender disparities in STEM participation Impact of management practices on educational outcomes Long-term effects of high-stakes exams Civic education programs and youth development Resource allocation in urban schools Recent work demonstrates how structured management practices in further education improve outcomes for low-income students, while early vocational specialization can harm academic achievement. Her studies on literacy interventions and school reforms have shaped pedagogical approaches across the UK. Scientific accolades include: Co-editor of Economics of Education Review IZA Research Fellow CESifo Research Network Fellow Member of ESRC Peer Review College Executive Committee, European Association of Labour Economists Affiliated with multiple institutions: Centre for Vocational Education Research (CVER) Centre for Economic Performance (CEP) IZA Institute of Labor Economics CESifo Network

Pirjo Harjanneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Foreign Language Education
• Communicative Language Teaching
• Oral Proficiency
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Pirjo Harjanne is an Associate Professor of Foreign Language Education at the University of Helsinki's Teachers' Academy and holds a University Lecturer title in the Department of Education. She is a Principal Investigator and Fellow of the Teachers' Academy, recognized for her qualifications as per expert evaluations at Jyväskylä and Turku Universities. Her expertise spans foreign language teaching methodologies, communicative language practice, oral proficiency development, and intercultural communication. She has coordinated major projects like the national/international KIELO initiative examining FL classroom dynamics and contributed to EU-funded projects such as CEFcult and MASTS. She has also led ICT-focused educational reform projects like Kieli viestii. Research interests include bridging theory-practice gaps in teacher education, innovative assessment strategies for intercultural competence, and digital tools in language learning. She has conducted comparative studies between Finnish, Chilean, and Swedish educational contexts, emphasizing cross-cultural perspectives. Harjanne has been a visiting researcher at Stockholm University's Department of Language Education (2013–2014) and participated in international exchange programs in Sweden, Belgium, and the Czech Republic. She has organized student exchanges with Utrecht University and actively engages in in-service teacher training. Her 60+ publications focus on language pedagogy, teacher cognition, classroom realities, and educational policy. Key themes include study strategies, oral proficiency assessment, and transdisciplinary approaches to language education. Recent work emphasizes future-oriented teaching methods and social media integration in language learning. Awarded Member of the Teachers' Academy (2015), she has reviewed for journals like European Journal of Applied Linguistics and served on academic committees. Supervisory activities include guiding master's theses and participating in international program development such as Serbia's MASTS teacher education initiative.

Sanghamitra Bandyopadhyayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Development Economics
• Economic Growth and Development
• Inequality and Poverty Measurement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Sanghamitra Bandyopadhyay holds the position of Professor of Development Economics and Deputy Director of the Centre for Globalisation Research (CGR) at Queen Mary University of London. She specializes in the economics of growth and development, inequality measurement, and applied econometrics. Previously, she held roles at the University of Oxford, University of Birmingham, and the London School of Economics (LSE). She earned her PhD from LSE and currently serves as a Visiting Professor at the LSE's International Inequalities Institute. Her research focuses on global inequality dynamics, including poverty measurement, intergenerational mobility, and the impact of inequality on economic growth. She has contributed to World Bank reports and UK government policy, and her work has been featured in prominent journals like World Development and Journal of Development Studies . She co-edits the Review of Economic Inequality and serves on editorial boards of leading economics journals. Professor Bandyopadhyay is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and has held visiting roles at institutions such as Cornell University and the Toulouse School of Economics. Her teaching includes macroeconomic modeling and policy. She supervises doctoral students in areas like development economics and inequality measurement, with notable completions now in academic and professional roles globally. Her research extends to historical and contemporary issues, including precolonial institutions in Africa and the socio-economic impacts of urbanization. She actively engages with public policy, media, and international organizations to bridge academic insights with real-world applications.

Antonio de la Olivaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 5G Networks
• Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
• Network Functions Virtualization (NFV)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Antonio de la Oliva is a Professor at the University Carlos III de Madrid, affiliated with the School of Engineering. His primary research focuses on advanced networking technologies, including 5G/6G, Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Network Functions Virtualization (NFV), and mobile edge computing. He leads and contributes to major EU-funded projects such as 5G-CORAL, 5G-Transformer, and 5G-Crosshaul, which aim to integrate and optimize transport networks for industry verticals. He has supervised PhD students like Maria Isabel Sanchez Bueno (awarded UC3M's Special PhD Award) and Sergio Gonzalez Diaz. His work spans experimental evaluations of SDN-based service provisioning, network slicing, and deterministic communications for Industry 4.0. He actively engages in standardization efforts (e.g., IEEE 802.21, IETF) and collaborates with industry partners like Ericsson, Nokia, and Telecom Italia. His research also explores edge robotics, digital twins, and AI integration in networked systems. Key projects include developing the 5G-Crosshaul architecture for integrated fronthaul/backhaul networks and the SLICES-Madrid multi-domain TSN framework. He emphasizes practical applications in healthcare, emergency response, and industrial automation, leveraging edge-fog-cloud architectures.