جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Christopher E. Nelsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Gene therapy
• Regenerative medicine
• Genome editing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Christopher E. Nelson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Arkansas, College of Engineering. His lab focuses on developing biologically inspired strategies for controlled drug and gene delivery, particularly in the context of gene therapy and regenerative medicine. He is actively supported by the NIH, DoD, and Arkansas Bioscience Institute. Education: Postdoctoral Fellow – Duke University Ph.D. – Vanderbilt University B.S. – University of Arkansas Research Focus: Dr. Nelson’s lab integrates genome editing technologies with targeted delivery systems to address challenges in treating genetic diseases and promoting tissue regeneration. Major themes include CRISPR/Cas9 delivery , gene regulation in wound healing , and safe-harbor genome integration in skeletal muscle. His work spans viral and non-viral delivery vehicles , including lipid nanoparticles and AAV vectors, with a strong emphasis on preclinical validation in models of Duchenne muscular dystrophy and inflammatory disease. Scientific Awards: Controlled Release Society Postdoctoral Fellowship The Hartwell Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) Funding & Support: The Nelson Lab is currently funded by: NIH NIGMS R35 DoD CDMRP DMD IDEA Award Arkansas Bioscience Institute University of Arkansas Engineering & Honors Colleges Lab & Team: The Nelson Lab is a dynamic, interdisciplinary team working at the intersection of gene editing, biomaterials, and regenerative medicine. They regularly present at national conferences such as ASGCT and NCUR, and mentor undergraduate researchers through SURF and Honors College grants.

Lenny Williamsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Scoring
• Television Music
• Broadcast Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lenny Williams is a Professor in the Screen Scoring department within the Professional Writing and Music Technology school at Berklee College of Music. With over 1,000 broadcast hours scored for major networks including National Geographic, PBS, A&E, and Netflix, he brings extensive industry experience to his academic role. His educational background includes: Bachelor of Music (BM) in Composition from The Peabody Conservatory of Music (1983) Williams specializes in non-fiction television scoring across wildlife documentaries, historical programming, and political satire. He emphasizes daily compositional practice and creativity under deadline pressure, teaching students to refine their unique artistic voice while meeting industry demands. His methodology focuses on transforming idea generation into efficient execution for professional media environments. His exceptional career has earned significant recognition: Six Emmy Awards with twelve nominations Five BMI Awards Contributions to Grammy-winning recordings RIAA Gold/Platinum and 10 U.K. Gold Records Prestigious festival wins including Jackson Hole (2007) and Wildscreen (2008) As an educator, Williams mentors screen scoring students using real-world experience from collaborations with National Geographic, Eva Cassidy, and The Capitol Steps. He prepares composers for industry challenges by cultivating disciplined creative habits, collaborative skills, and passion-driven artistry essential for success in film and media music careers.

• Ophthalmology
• Corneal Diseases
• Keratoconus
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Gerard Sutton is an Honorary Professor in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney, affiliated with the Save Sight Institute and Vision Eye Institute. He specializes in corneal and refractive surgery, combining clinical practice with research in keratoconus, corneal bioengineering, and global eye care. His work includes developing the Australian Corneal Bioengineering Centre and pioneering innovations like the Corneal Biopen for treating corneal defects. Research interests span clinical and laboratory-based studies, focusing on corneal transplantation, bioengineered treatments, and refractive surgery outcomes. Current projects include corneal bioengineering, keratoconus pathogenesis, and SMILE surgery clinical outcomes. He holds memberships in prominent ophthalmology societies like RANZCO and APPO. Awards: 2019 RANZCO John C. Parr Medal Lecture Award 2017 Sydney Research Centre ‘Big Idea’ Innovation Award 2015 XOVA Excellence in International Ophthalmology 2014 Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award Grants & Funding: AU$35M BIENCO consortium (2023) for corneal blindness therapies AU$1.1M Corneal Biopen commercialization (2018) NHMRC Ideas Grant for bioengineered corneal layers (2019) His research group collaborates internationally, with projects addressing corneal transplantation equity, bioink development, and regenerative solutions for ocular surface diseases. Clinical affiliations include Sydney Eye Hospital and the Lions NSW Eye Bank.

Sudhir Mahadevanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cinema Studies
• Media Studies
• Indian History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sudhir Mahadevan is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington in the departments of Comparative History of Ideas and Cinema & Media Studies . He holds a PhD in Cinema and Media Studies and is affiliated with the Jackson School of International Studies , Social Sciences , and South Asia Center . Education: PhD in Cinema and Media Studies His research explores the origins of Indian cinema, focusing on intermediality between photography, print, and film, and the commercial practices that shaped its development. He is working on a project titled Iconic Images , analyzing thematic and formal elements in post-Independence Hindi cinema. Recent publications address topics such as queer cinema in India, the interplay between Hindi novels and films, and the legal history of cinema as an art form. His work spans journals like Framework , Screen , and TransAsia Photography , with a focus on visual culture, medium specificity, and historical analysis.

Sven Heidenreichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology and Innovation Management
• Business Model Innovation
• Consumer Integration in Innovation
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sven Heidenreich is a full Professor of Business Administration, specializing in Technology and Innovation Management at the University of Saarland. He leads an active research group and holds a prominent position in the German-speaking academic community, with consistent recognition in national and international rankings. University: University of Saarland Department: Business Administration Research Focus: Technology and Innovation Management Email: sven.heidenreich@uni-saarland.de His research centers on innovation processes, particularly consumer integration, co-creation, resistance to innovation, and sustainable business models. He employs a quantitative-empirical approach to study individual and organizational aspects of innovation, with applications in digital services, video games, and green innovation. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in understanding consumer behavior in innovation contexts, including greenwashing, leapfrogging, co-creation, and the role of personality in entrepreneurial success. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Journal of Product Innovation Management , R&D Management , and Technological Forecasting and Social Change . Top 0.5% researcher worldwide in Innovation Management (ScholarGPS 2024) JPIM Outstanding Reviewer Award 2023 Multiple appearances in WirtschaftsWoche Economist Rankings (2018–2024) Finalist, Best Paper Award, IRCSM 2024 Prof. Heidenreich supervises doctoral researchers and has led significant research projects, including the DFG-funded TRIP project on integrating different consumer types into new product development. His team includes postdocs, junior professors, and scientific staff, indicating active mentorship and collaborative research. He also collaborates with researchers across Europe and beyond. He leads the DFG project TRIP and has secured funding from major German research bodies. His lab focuses on empirical studies involving consumer panels, student experiments, and idea competitions to validate innovation theories in realistic settings.

Netta Weinsteinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Self-regulation
• Motivation
• Well-being
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Netta Weinstein is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Reading and holds a Research Associate position at the Oxford Internet Institute (OII) since February 2020. Her work focuses on human motivation’s role in behavior and well-being, particularly in the context of technology use. She examines self-regulation in digital contexts, caregiver regulation of youth technology use, and positive technology outcomes for vulnerable populations. Her research contributes to three key areas: online addiction, digital parenting strategies to foster cooperation and reduce aggression, and technology’s benefits for marginalized groups. Her research projects include the OII’s Programme on the Governance of Emerging Technologies, exploring legal and ethical aspects of AI, and the Trustworthiness Auditing for AI initiative, which evaluates accountability tools in healthcare and open science. Collaborations include work with Professors Ekaterina Hertog and Victoria Nash on parental control technologies’ impact on parent-teen relationships. Recent studies highlight her contributions to understanding digital detoxing’s minimal effects on well-being, advocating for cautious application of behavioral science in policy (e.g., pandemic responses), and promoting moderate screen time for children’s mental health. She emphasizes balancing child safety with autonomy through evidence-based parenting tools. Publications span interdisciplinary topics, including parental monitoring’s ethical implications and the long-term effects of digital tools on family dynamics. Her findings are disseminated through press releases, academic journals, and platforms like BBC Ideas, ensuring accessible insights for policymakers and the public.

Reza Samaviمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Information Security
• Machine Learning
• Trustworthy AI
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Reza Samavi is an Associate Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University's Department of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Architectural Science. He is also a Faculty Affiliate with the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence and directs the Trustworthy AI Research Lab (TAILab). Previously, he served as Assistant Professor and eHealth Graduate Program Coordinator at McMaster University's Department of Computing and Software (2014-2020). Holding a PhD in Computer Science (University of Toronto, 2013), his academic journey bridges industry experience with rigorous scholarly contributions. His research lies at the critical intersection of Trustworthy AI , Machine Learning Security , and Medical Informatics . He investigates Safety & Security of ML Algorithms Privacy-Preserving AI Systems Transparency Frameworks for Medical AI Blockchain-enabled Privacy Auditing Game Theory for Model Robustness Optimization-based Anonymization Techniques The TAILab research group under his leadership has produced groundbreaking work in Uncertainty Quantification for Neural Networks Robustness Against Adversarial Attacks Medical Image Analysis Clinical Decision Support Systems Emergency Medicine Predictive Modeling His recent projects focus on enhancing migrant youth mental health through LLM-based conversation agents and developing certified robustness guarantees for ensemble networks. Dr. Samavi's scholarly excellence is recognized through Privacy Technologies Research Award (IBM) Privacy By Design Research Award (Ontario IPC) Bridging Divides Emerging Research Grant (TMU) NSERC PGS-D Recipient (Co-supervised student) SOSCIP Accelerator Grant He has secured major funding from NSERC , SOSCIP , MITACS , HHS , and IDEaS programs. As a dedicated educator, Dr. Samavi teaches graduate courses in Secure Machine Learning and Software Testing while mentoring 15+ graduate students across PhD , MASc , and MEng programs. His lab has presented at premier venues including AAAI , IJCAI , and IEEE Transactions while maintaining active collaborations with institutions like Harvard, ETH Zurich, and the University of Waterloo.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Auditory & Speech-Based Interfaces
• Accessibility Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ian Pitt is a Lecturer in Usability Engineering and Interactive Media at University College Cork (UCC). He leads the Interaction Design, E-Learning and Speech (IDEAS) Research Group, focusing on multimodal human-computer interaction, auditory interfaces, and accessibility solutions for visually impaired users. Pitt holds a D.Phil from the University of York, followed by research fellowships at Otto-von-Guericke University in Germany before joining UCC in 1997. His research interests include speech-based interfaces, e-learning systems, and accessibility technologies for blind users. Key projects include the EU-funded ENABLE Network (2011–2014) and prototype development for UniWink. He has secured significant grants, including €72,009 from IRCSET for voice analysis research and €19,478 from the EU for ICT-supported learning initiatives. Pitt has advised numerous PhD students, including Flaithri Neff (2011), Emma-Kate Crowley (2014), and current candidates Aine Kearns and Patrick Egan. His publications span journals like International Journal of Game-Based Learning and conferences such as ICCHP and ACM SIGACCESS. He has contributed to committees for conferences like CHI and the Irish HCI conference. Teaching modules include Usability Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, and Digital Media Development. His work emphasizes inclusive design principles, with projects addressing navigation systems for blind students and adaptive e-learning frameworks. Recent research trends focus on ICT-delivered aphasia rehabilitation, emotional BCI interfaces, and multimodal learning systems. Collaborations include international partners through EU grants, reflecting his global impact in accessibility and educational technology.

• Zebrafish Research
• Vascular Biology
• Lymphatic Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kazuhide Shaun Okuda is a Senior Lecturer and Group Leader at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science, Department of Biochemistry and Chemistry at La Trobe University, Australia. He also holds honorary positions at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and the University of Melbourne. With extensive experience in zebrafish research and vascular biology, Dr. Okuda has established himself as an expert in lymphatic development, disease modeling, and drug discovery. Dr. Okuda earned his PhD in Molecular Medicine from the University of Auckland, New Zealand (2010-2014), where he generated groundbreaking zebrafish transgenic lines for lymphatic vessel imaging. His subsequent postdoctoral work at Cancer Research Malaysia and the University of Queensland/Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre focused on anti-cancer therapeutics screening and dynamic signaling events during development and regeneration. His research focuses on understanding lymphoedema mechanisms, identifying therapies that modulate vascular growth, and elucidating dynamic mechanisms of vascular development and disease progression. Dr. Okuda's work has significant potential impact in developing new treatments for lymphoedema and diseases with excessive vascular growth such as cancer and lymphatic malformations. Analysis of Dr. Okuda's publication record shows a consistent focus on vascular and lymphatic development using zebrafish models. His most recent work (2023-2025) demonstrates an expansion into drug delivery systems, advanced imaging techniques, and single-cell analysis approaches while maintaining his core interest in lymphangiogenesis mechanisms and therapeutic interventions. Dr. Okuda has received significant research funding, including a National Health and Medical Research Council Ideas Grant (2024-2027) for his project on 'Cellular signalling and growth control in vascular development and lymphatic malformations.' Primary supervisor of PhD students (X4), La Trobe University (2023-present) Co-supervisor of PhD students (X3), University of Melbourne (2020-present) Co-supervisor of a PhD student, La Trobe University (2023-present) Senior Lecturer and Group Leader, La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science (2023-present) Honorary Scientist, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre (2023-present) Honorary Fellow, University of Melbourne (2020-present) Dr. Okuda leads a research group at the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science focused on identifying therapeutic leads/targets that modulate the vasculature and studying dynamic signaling mechanisms in endothelial cells using zebrafish models. His team has made significant contributions to understanding lymphatic development, including the identification of Ddx21 and ribosome biogenesis as novel regulators of embryonic lymphangiogenesis.

Thuy-Lan Nguyenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Contact Lens Research
• Corneal Disorders
• Optometry Practice Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thuy-Lan Nguyen, O.D., FAAO, is an Assistant Professor and Clinic Chief in the Department of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University (NSU) College of Optometry. She specializes in corneal disorders and specialty contact lenses, leading the Cornea and Contact Lens Clinic. Her roles include teaching practice management, clinical instruction, and private practice ownership experience. Education: BS (James Madison University, 1997) and OD (NSU, 2002) Residency: Primary Care with Cornea/Contact Lenses (NSU, 2003, Resident of the Year) Research interests focus on scleral lenses, specialty contact lens innovation, and corneal pathology. She has presented at SECO, AOA, and Global Specialty Lens Symposium. Awards include Vision Monday’s Optometric Business Innovator (2014) and High Impact Idea Award (2016). Service: NSU SVOSH mission trips to Latin America, VSP State Ambassador for Florida Professional Memberships: American Academy of Optometry, Scleral Lens Society

Maarten Coëgnartsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cognitive Film Studies
• Embodied Cognition
• Film Aesthetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maarten Coëgnarts is an Assistant Professor in Film Studies at the University of Antwerp and a Fellow of the Society of the Cognitive Studies of the Moving Image (SCSMI) . His research focuses on embodied cognition , conceptual metaphor theory , and non-verbal meaning-making in cinema , with a particular emphasis on Stanley Kubrick’s work. University of Antwerp, Film Studies, Faculty Member Research Interests Coëgnarts explores how embodied mental schemas shape cinematic perception and creation. His work bridges cognitive linguistics, neuroscience, and film theory to analyze abstract concepts in films through visual, auditory, and editing techniques . Key areas include sensory-motor grounding of emotions , spatio-temporal dynamics in art cinema , and subjectivity in narrative . Recent Publications His 2023–2022 articles examine sound analysis via container schemas , motion vectors , and temporal logic in films , while 2016–2020 works address emotional causality and metaphorical perception . He co-edited the 2023 Baltic Screen Media Review special issue on "Cinematic Minds in the Making" . Scientific Recognition Fellow, SCSMI Books He authored Film as Embodied Art: Bodily Meaning in the Cinema of Stanley Kubrick (2019) and co-edited Embodied Cognition and Cinema (2015). His work highlights filmmakers as "conceptual artists" who leverage non-verbal cinematic tools to convey abstract ideas.

Wing Lamمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Software Testing
• Flaky Tests
• Mobile Testing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Wing Lam is an Assistant Professor at George Mason University specializing in software engineering with a focus on software testing methodologies. His academic service includes program committee membership for major conferences including ASE, ICSE, ISSTA, and ESEC/FSE, as well as session chair roles across multiple tracks. His research interests center on flaky tests , mobile application testing , and continuous development optimization . Lam's work addresses critical challenges in test reliability, particularly order-dependent flaky tests and resource-related flakiness. His research bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in modern software development pipelines, with recent expansion into AI-assisted testing methodologies. Lam's publication record shows a clear trajectory focusing on flaky test detection and mitigation, with approximately 60% of his recent work dedicated to various aspects of this problem. His research increasingly incorporates machine learning techniques for UI testing and test optimization, reflecting broader trends in the field. The consistent publication venue pattern across top software engineering conferences indicates strong recognition within the academic community. Lam has served in multiple leadership roles including Program Co-Chair for MOBILESoft Research Track and Committee Member for ASE's New Ideas and Emerging Results (NIER) Track. His involvement in workshops focused on flaky testing demonstrates his specialization in this niche area of software testing.

Herbert Eagleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Russian Cinema
• East European Cinema
• Film Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Herbert Eagle is an Associate Professor in the Arts and Ideas in the Humanities Program at the University of Michigan's Residential College, with additional affiliations in Screen Arts and Cultures, Slavic Languages & Literatures, and CREES. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in 1973. His research spans Russian and East European cinema, film semiotics, poetry, and dissident literature under communist regimes. Research interests focus on: Semiotic analysis of cinematic narratives Eastern European directors (e.g., Eisenstein, Polanski, Kundera) Socialist realism and its subversion Structural innovation in avant-garde film Publications consistently explore cinematic semiotics, narrative disruption in Soviet-bloc art, and interdisciplinary cultural analysis, with works examining Polish, Czech, and Ukrainian filmmakers through theoretical frameworks like formalism and structuralism. Awards include: Teaching excellence honors from Purdue University (1975, 1976) University of Michigan's Excellence in Education Award (1991) Early-career recognition: Borden Prize (1960) and Michigan Society of Fellows (1970-73)

• Genetic Counseling
• Science Policy
• Swedish Social Sciences
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Anna Tunlid is an Associate Professor and Researcher in the Division of History of Ideas and Sciences at Lund University's Department of Arts and Cultural Sciences, and an Affiliated Researcher at the Birgit Rausing Centre for Medical Humanities (BRCMH). Her interdisciplinary work bridges humanities, medical sciences, and historical research with a focus on ethical dimensions of medical practices in Sweden. Dr. Tunlid's research spans medical humanities, history of ideas, and science policy. Her work examines how cultural, historical, and social factors shape medical practices and policies, with particular focus on genetic counseling, medical ethics, history of prenatal diagnosis, and euthanasia debates in Sweden. She approaches these topics through careful historical analysis combined with contemporary ethical considerations. Her recent publications demonstrate strong scholarly productivity across multiple disciplines, with work appearing in journals like Environment and History and Socialmedicinsk tidskrift. Her research shows a consistent pattern of examining the intersection between medical practices and their historical, cultural contexts. Principal Investigator for 'Rätten till sin egen död? Den offentliga debatten om dödshjälp i Sverige 1950-2020' (2025-2027) Supervisor for 'Att kartlägga människans inre: Hormoner och kroppen som system, 1900–1950' (2021-present) Member of the Medical Humanities Research Node (2016-present) Co-PI for 'Empathy and Compassion' Advanced Study Group at Pufendorf IAS (2021-2022) Researcher on 'Döden på Vipeholm' investigation project (2021-2024) Dr. Tunlid actively contributes to academic discourse through conference organization, including the upcoming 29th Nordic Medical History Congress (2025), and regularly presents her research at seminars and public lectures. She teaches courses in Ethnology and History of Ideas, connecting historical perspectives with contemporary medical ethics questions.

• Food Science
• Natural Products Chemistry
• Functional Foods
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Filipa Sofia Dinis Reis is a prominent researcher at the Instituto Politécnico de Bragança (IPB), specifically within the Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering at the School of Technology and Management. With over 114 publications in the last decade, she has established herself as a leading expert in food science, natural products chemistry, and sustainable food technologies. Her research spans multiple domains including functional foods, mushroom biochemistry, and food waste valorization. Dr. Dinis Reis completed her Master of Biotechnology at the Instituto Politécnico de Bragança, where she was recognized as the best student of her cohort (2008-2010). She later earned her PhD from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, receiving the Extraordinary Doctoral Prize for her outstanding work. Her educational background provided the foundation for her current research in food science and natural product chemistry. Her research interests focus on identifying and characterizing bioactive compounds in natural sources, particularly mushrooms and plant byproducts. She investigates the antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiproliferative properties of these compounds, with special emphasis on food waste valorization through circular economy approaches. Her work on apple pomace, walnut biostimulants, and mushroom extracts has significant implications for sustainable food production and health-promoting ingredients. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward sustainable food systems, with increasing focus on circular economy applications, food waste valorization, and natural alternatives to synthetic additives. Her research bridges fundamental chemistry with practical food industry applications, particularly in the areas of natural preservatives and functional ingredients derived from agricultural byproducts. Iacobus Program - Stays (2023) Erasmus+ Programme (STT Staff Mobility) (2023) Ideas with potential for innovative pilot projects (2023) Iacobus Program - Scientific papers (2022) CEECIND - Concurso Estímulo ao Emprego Científico Individual (2022) Extraordinary Doctoral Prize from Universidad Complutense de Madrid (2018) PhD Grant from FCT (2015) As Principal Investigator of the CYPonins project (2022-2028), funded by the Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia, Dr. Dinis Reis leads research on cypress saponins as bio-based alternatives for high-mortality rate tumors. Her work attracts significant research funding and has practical applications in both the food and pharmaceutical industries, demonstrating the translational potential of her research. She actively collaborates with international researchers, as evidenced by numerous co-authored publications with scientists from various countries. Her laboratory focuses on advanced analytical techniques for characterizing bioactive compounds in natural sources, with particular expertise in chromatographic methods, antioxidant assays, and antimicrobial testing. The research group works at the intersection of food science, pharmacology, and sustainable technology, developing innovative solutions for food waste reduction and natural product utilization.