جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cybersecurity
• Big Security Data Analytics
• Malware Detection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Arash Habibi Lashkari serves as Associate Professor at the Faculty of Computer Science, University of New Brunswick (UNB) and Research Manager of the Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity (CIC). With over 22 years of combined academic and industry experience, he develops cutting-edge technologies for cyberattack protection and threat detection. His educational qualifications include: BCS from Islamic Azad University (IAU) MCS from University of Malaya (UM) PhD from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Post-Doctoral studies at University of New Brunswick (UNB) Research focuses on advanced cybersecurity analytics with emphasis on big data security, malware detection, and dark web analysis. His work integrates Internet traffic analysis with real-world threat intelligence to generate actionable cybersecurity datasets for defensive systems. Major recognitions include international medal achievements in security competitions and selection among Canada's Top 150 Researchers. His awards demonstrate exceptional contributions to practical cybersecurity solutions. Dr. Lashkari leads critical projects including the Honeynet Project (www.honeynetproject.com), Network Traffic Analyzer (www.netflowmeter.ca), and Android Sandbox (www.androidsandbox.ca), advancing cybersecurity infrastructure through open-source tools and dataset generation.

Jen Beverlyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wildfire Risk Assessment
• Fire Behavior Modeling
• Emergency Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jen Beverly is an Associate Professor in the Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Alberta . Her work bridges wildfire behavior analysis with community resilience strategies, focusing on tools adopted by FireSmart Canada to mitigate wildfire risks. She integrates interdisciplinary approaches across environmental science, emergency management, and Indigenous leadership. Education : Honours BES from University of Waterloo, MSc and PhD from University of Toronto. Her research examines wildfire risk assessment, directional fire spread modeling, and fuel treatment optimization. Recent projects include analyzing wildfire pathways, anthropogenic barriers to fire spread, and vulnerability of communications infrastructure. She also collaborates on public health studies related to long COVID. Her Google Scholar publications (2022–2025) reflect dual expertise in wildfire science (e.g., fuel management in Portugal/Alberta) and public health (e.g., long COVID symptom analysis).

Josephine Godwyllمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Justice
• Geospatial Science
• Urban Planning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Josephine Godwyll is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Kinesiology, Sports and Recreation , University of Alberta , leading the Justice in Environments of Leisure Lab (JELL) . Her research connects United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with equity in recreation access through geospatial science and environmental justice frameworks. She focuses on overcoming barriers in physical spaces (parks, stadiums) and digital environments (video games), emphasizing SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 16 (Peace and Justice). Her work addresses recreation access challenges for marginalized groups, including low-income populations, people with disabilities, and BIPOC communities. Key projects include the "Colour in Green" urban tree-planting initiative with Edmonton's Open Spaces Directorate and partnerships with newcomer agencies like Action for Healthy Communities . She developed a spatial justice framework for recreation accessibility, influencing the "Greener As We Grow" initiative to plant two million trees. Josephine investigates connections between Indigenous leisure practices and climate resilience, advocating for non-Western approaches to environmental adaptation. Her research spans spatial justice, inclusive urban planning, and digital recreation equity, with a focus on community collaboration and policy reform. Her article trends show persistent exploration of spatial justice, environmental equity, and recreation access through geospatial methodologies, community-based research, and SDG-aligned policy analysis. Josephine's collaborations include the National Intramural and Recreational Sports Association and Steadward Centre , advancing recreation access for vulnerable students. She is driven by personal immigrant experiences to transform leisure from a privilege to a universal right.

Douglas Manuelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Health Policy
• Epidemiology
• Population Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Douglas Manuel is a Distinguished University Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, with joint appointments in the C.T. Lamont Primary Health Care Research Centre (Family Medicine) and the School of Epidemiology and Public Health. His research focuses on public health systems, primary care effectiveness, and health equity, examining both real-world impacts of interventions and predictive modeling of community health outcomes. Education includes: Fellow Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Public Health (University of Toronto, 1998) MSc in Epidemiology (University of Toronto, 1997) Medical Doctor (Dalhousie University, 1988) His research integrates epidemiology, health policy, and population health to address preventable health determinants. Key interests include: Public health policy evaluation and health system effectiveness Preventive care strategies for immunization and healthy living Health equity and community health improvement Predictive modeling of Canadian healthcare utilization Recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate strong focus on: Pandemic surveillance methodologies (wastewater genomics, built environment testing) Health policy impacts (cannabis legislation, sugary drink taxation) Chronic disease management and end-of-life care patterns Machine learning applications in diagnostics and risk prediction Current supervision includes PhD/Master's student Mary Scott. Research infrastructure includes leadership of: Population health modeling lab (Project Big Life initiative) Multi-institute collaborations across ICES, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, and Statistics Canada

• Equitable Public Infrastructure
• Urban Growth Centres
• Systems Thinking in Design Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kanwal Aftab is a Lecturer in the Urban Design program at the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design, University of Toronto. She concurrently serves as an urban designer with the city of Brampton, focusing on equitable public infrastructure in new urban growth centers. Her academic research explores the pedagogical influence of systems thinking and systems art on 20th-century environmental design professions. A dual-degree holder in architecture and landscape architecture, she has professional experience across Canada, the US, and Pakistan. She is affiliated with TUFLab, an urban form research laboratory at the University of Toronto, and serves on the editorial board of Ground Magazine (OALA's quarterly publication). Her work bridges theoretical frameworks from systems art and design education with practical urban development challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability and equity.

Adam Aliمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Islamic Studies
• Medieval History
• Military History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adam Ali is an Assistant Professor of Arabic Language in the Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations at the University of Toronto. His research focuses on warfare, military slavery, and revolts in medieval Islamic societies, utilizing medieval Arabic chronicles and biographical documents. He teaches Arabic language courses at beginner and intermediate levels across multiple campuses and offers specialized courses on Islamic history topics. Education: PhD in Islamic History from the University of Toronto (Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations), with prior M.A. degrees from the University of Western Ontario and the University of Toronto. Research Interests: Medieval Arabic military traditions, military slavery systems, rebellions, and violence dynamics in pre-modern Muslim societies. His work bridges historical analysis with primary sources, examining themes like the Zanj Revolt and Mamluk military structures. Publications include books like Slavery in Egypt under the Mamluks (Oxford UP, 2023) and Zanj Revolt in the Abbasid Caliphate (Oxford UP, 2022). His articles explore topics such as Ottoman military strategies, medieval warfare, and the socio-political role of slavery in Islamic empires. Teaching: Has developed advanced Arabic reading courses at the Mississauga campus and contributed to curriculum design for Islamic history modules. Active in pedagogical innovation for language education and historical content delivery.

• Urban History
• Migration Studies
• Public Order and Governance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dan Horner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminology at Toronto Metropolitan University, specializing in 19th century urban history with a focus on public order, migration, and colonial governance. His research explores how urban spaces shaped political dynamics, particularly in Montreal and Liverpool, examining topics like crowd violence, quarantine policies, and marginalized communities. He holds a PhD from York University (2010), MA (2004), and BA (2002) from McGill University. His research interests include the transformation of urban peripheries, transnational migration crises, and the intersection of capitalism and colonialism in shaping urban environments. His monograph "Taking to the Streets" (2020) won the Canadian Historical Association’s Clio Award for Quebec History. Current projects include a SSHRC-funded study on Montreal’s urban fringe in the 19th century. Teaching focuses on historical criminology, public order, and the Canadian criminal justice system. His publications span peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and reviews in journals like Urban History Review and Journal of the Canadian Historical Association . Key Awards: Clio Award (2021) Funding: SSHRC Insight Grant (current project) Research Themes: Urban governance, epidemic response, migrant criminalization, colonial urbanism

• Blockchain Technology
• AI Ethics
• Privacy Governance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ajay Shrestha is a researcher and educator specializing in blockchain technology, AI ethics, and privacy governance. His work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, focusing on youth digital rights, decentralized systems, and ethical AI frameworks. He has contributed to multiple academic disciplines including computer science, healthcare informatics, and education technology. Research interests include blockchain applications in data sharing (e.g., NFTs for certificates), privacy calculus in AI systems, and federated learning mechanisms. He has published extensively on youth privacy, medical technology outcomes, and interdisciplinary ethical challenges. Over 20+ peer-reviewed articles since 2014 highlight his sustained contributions to both technical and human-centered computing domains. Notable themes in his work include: Blockchain-based solutions for trust and transparency Stakeholder-centric ethical frameworks for emerging technologies User acceptance models for decentralized systems Privacy considerations in youth-facing AI applications His recent 2025 publications emphasize frameworks for ethical AI alignment, youth privacy management, and comparative stakeholder analyses. Earlier work includes foundational studies on federated learning incentives and SIP infrastructure security.

Joshua Pulsipherمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Optimization under Uncertainty
• Data Science
• Machine Learning
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Joshua Pulsipher is an Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo, Canada. He joined in 2023 and leads a research group focused on interdisciplinary solutions at the intersection of chemical engineering, computer science, mathematics, and statistics. His work addresses challenges in sustainability, energy systems, and data-driven decision-making under uncertainty. He holds a B.Sc. from Brigham Young University and a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with postdoctoral training at Carnegie Mellon University. Education: B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, Brigham Young University (2017) Ph.D. in Chemical & Biological Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2022) Postdoctoral Research, Carnegie Mellon University (2022–2023) Research Interests: Optimization under uncertainty, machine learning, sustainable systems, infinite-dimensional optimization, energy systems, wildfire mitigation, and software development for accessibility in research. His projects span wildfire management frameworks, resilient infrastructure, and software tools like InfiniteOpt.jl and FlexibilityAnalysis.jl. Awards: Best Presentation Award, JuMP-dev 2024 Travel Award, FOCAPO/CPC (2023) Plenary Speaker at AICHE Annual Meeting (2022) Teaching: Courses include CHE 322 (Numerical Methods), CHE 341 (Process Control), and CHE 521 (Process Optimization). His philosophy emphasizes active learning and inclusivity. Labs/Software: Develops open-source software frameworks such as InfiniteOpt.jl for infinite-dimensional optimization and SAFE-OCC for computer vision sensor reliability. Active in promoting reproducibility and software-driven research.

Andrew Boutrosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Reconfigurable Computing
• Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Architecture
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Tools
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrew Boutros is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on reconfigurable computing architectures, FPGA design, and domain-specific acceleration for deep learning and datacenter workloads. He holds a PhD from the University of Toronto (2024) and has worked at Intel Labs and MangoBoost. Education: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Toronto, Canada (2024) MASc, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Toronto, Canada (2018) BSc, Electronics Engineering, German University in Cairo, Egypt (2016) Research Interests: Developing efficient FPGA architectures and CAD tools for reconfigurable hardware, domain-specific acceleration, and application/hardware co-design. Specific areas include 3D-stacked acceleration devices, graph neural network acceleration, and FPGA-based smart NICs for AI training. Publications: Over 30 papers in top venues like IEEE FPL, FCCM, and FPGA conferences, with 4 best paper awards. Recent work includes 3D-stacked architectures, graph neural network inference, and FPGA optimization for deep learning. Awards: Best Paper Award (FPT 2023) Best Paper Award (ICM 2021) Stamatis Vassiliadis Best Paper Award (FPL 2018) Advising/Grants: Currently accepting graduate students. Collaborations include 84 co-authors and industry partnerships with Intel and MangoBoost.

Mana Azarmمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Open Source AI
• AI Alignment
• Scalable Data Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mana Azarm is an Assistant Professor of Analytics and Information Systems at the University of San Francisco (USF), part of the School of Engineering Design and Teaching Innovation. She holds a PhD in Electronic Business from the University of Ottawa, alongside MS degrees in Systems Science and Information Technology Management. Her research focuses on scalable data architectures, LLMs in data pipeline development, and healthcare data interoperability. Azarm has over a decade of industry experience, including leadership roles at DoorDash and co-founding ModuleUp, a construction tech venture. She has also taught at UC Berkeley and the University of Ottawa, and consulted for organizations like the Bank of Canada and Ontario Health. Her academic awards include the ICTC WIL Digital Award (2020) and two Excellence Awards from the University of Ottawa (2015, 2017). Her work bridges academia and industry, emphasizing real-world applications of data systems in healthcare and business contexts. She has published extensively on healthcare data sharing frameworks and AI-driven data pipeline solutions.

Elena Dragomirescuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Wind Engineering
• Structural Reliability
• Bridge Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elena Dragomirescu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Engineering. She joined the department in 2008 after research positions at Yokohama National University (2004) and Nagoya University (2006), establishing expertise in structural reliability and wind engineering for bridges and infrastructure. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Yokohama National University, Japan M.A.Sc. in Civil Engineering from University of Bucharest, Romania (UNESCO Chair Program) B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from University of Bucharest, Romania Dr. Dragomirescu's research focuses on wind effects on structures , particularly aerodynamics of suspension bridges and structural reliability . She develops probabilistic methods for predicting wind-induced fatigue in slender structures using computational wind engineering (CFD) and aerodynamic formulations. Current projects address moisture ingress in building envelopes and machine learning applications for structural health monitoring, reflecting adaptation to climate resilience challenges. Analysis of her 2021-2025 publications reveals dual research thrusts: (1) moisture dynamics in building envelopes across Canadian climates, and (2) deep learning (LSTM/transformers) for structural assessment of bridges/beams. This strategic integration of data-driven methods with core wind engineering expertise demonstrates responsiveness to infrastructure resilience demands while maintaining theoretical rigor in probabilistic structural dynamics. She has received numerous scholarships and awards throughout her career, though specific honors are not detailed in available sources. Professional service includes membership in the Steering Committee for Japanese National Wind Engineering Guidelines (2008-2010) and active roles in JAWE, JSCE, CSCE, and IAWE. As coordinator of the International Exchange Program for Students, Dr. Dragomirescu facilitates global academic partnerships. Her research has been supported through international collaborations with Ecoland and UNESCO, and she regularly serves as a journal reviewer. Future work appears directed at machine learning applications for real-time structural integrity assessment under extreme winds, with implications for bridge safety standards and climate-adaptive building design. Her laboratory work involves wind tunnel testing and computational simulations for aerodynamic studies of bridge components (cable stays, multi-box decks) and building envelope systems, complemented by experimental validation of structural dynamics phenomena.

Milind Kandlikarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Climate Change
• Environmental Policy
• Technology Innovation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Milind Kandlikar is a Professor jointly appointed at the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs (SPPGA) and the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability (IRES) at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on the intersection of technology innovation, human development, and global environmental challenges. He is a leading expert in climate adaptation, environmental policy, and the governance of emerging technologies. Kandlikar currently leads the Climate Adaptation, Resilience, and Empowerment (CARE) Program, a multi-university initiative training over 2,000 students in Canada and France to address climate crises through interdisciplinary approaches. His work spans cross-national comparisons of agricultural biotechnology regulation, air quality in Indian cities, nanotechnology risks, sustainable transportation, and climate change impacts on development. He has taught courses such as 'Science, Technology, and Public Policy' and contributed to policy frameworks for energy systems, environmental governance, and global development. Key research themes include climate resilience, equitable transitions to clean energy, and the socio-technical dimensions of innovation. His publications emphasize interdisciplinary solutions to complex environmental challenges, integrating policy analysis, technological assessment, and stakeholder engagement. Despite no explicitly listed awards, his leadership roles and prolific publication record reflect significant recognition in environmental and policy research. Kandlikar’s contributions extend to global initiatives like the CARE Program and collaborations with institutions such as Sciences Po and the University of Toronto. His research often bridges academic rigor with practical policy applications, addressing real-world challenges in climate adaptation and sustainable development.

Muthoni Ngangaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Economics of Education
• Agriculture Economics
• Economics of Gender
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Muthoni Nganga is an Assistant Professor at the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics, Wilfrid Laurier University. Her research focuses on the Economics of Education, Agriculture Economics, and Economics of Gender. She holds expertise in areas such as social capital, women’s empowerment, education technology, and policy evaluation in developing contexts like Kenya. Office: LH2015 Contact: mnganga@wlu.ca / 519.888.1015 Her work investigates gender disparities in education, resource allocation in schools, and scaling effective educational policies. Notable projects include studies on smart classrooms in Kenya and social capital’s role in women’s empowerment. Nganga’s research often employs experimental methods and case studies to analyze institutional barriers and policy impacts.

Alison Blay-Palmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Food Systems
• Biodiversity Conservation
• Climate Resilience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Alison Blay-Palmer is a Professor in Geography and Environmental Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University, serving as UNESCO Chair on Food, Biodiversity and Sustainability Studies and Director of the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems. Her work focuses on sustainable food systems, climate resilience, and community-driven governance. She leads globally collaborative projects with partners in over 10 countries, supported by SSHRC, the Carasso Foundation, and the UN FAO. Her research explores intersections between urban agriculture, food security, and climate change, with recent emphasis on Indigenous food sovereignty in northern Canada and participatory methodologies like the URBAL framework. Notable recognitions include SSHRC Partnership Impact Award nominations (2012, 2019) and Royal Society of Canada membership. She advises UN agencies and has published widely on topics ranging from agroecology to pandemic-resilient food systems. Key initiatives include the Laurier Centre for Sustainable Food Systems, the URBAL participatory assessment tool, and the Bee City Canada movement. Current projects address urban-rural food system linkages, climate adaptation in city regions, and gender justice in food systems through an intersectional feminist lens. Grants: SSHRC, Carasso Foundation, UN FAO, and multi-country partnerships Labs/Teams: Laurier Centre for Sustainable Food Systems, URBAL global network