جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Markus Muellnerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Polymer Chemistry
• Nanoscience
• Nanomedicine
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Markus Muellner is an Associate Professor in the School of Chemistry at the University of Sydney, where he leads the Polymer Nanostructures Group. He is a member of several prestigious research institutes including Sydney Nano, the Sydney Institute of Agriculture, and the Centre for Drug Discovery Innovation. As Associate Head of School (Research), he plays a significant leadership role within the School of Chemistry. Dr. Muellner received his Dipl.-Chem. in polymer and colloid chemistry from the University of Bayreuth in 2008, followed by a Dr. rer. nat. from the Bayreuth Graduate School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences in 2012. After postdoctoral work at the University of Melbourne as a McKenzie Fellow (2013-2015), he joined the University of Sydney in 2015. His career progression includes Lecturer (2015-2018), ARC DECRA Fellow (2018-2020), Senior Lecturer (2019-2021), ARC Future Fellow (2021-2025), and Associate Professor (2022-present). Muellner's research focuses on nanoscience and polymer chemistry, specifically using controlled polymerization techniques (RAFT, ATRP, ROMP) to create molecular polymer brushes and shape-anisotropic nanomaterials. His work spans sustainable materials design, drug delivery systems, and energy applications. He has developed innovative approaches using photocatalysis and renewable resources in polymer synthesis. His research group actively explores polymer nanomaterials for tissue penetration, porous materials from polymer templates, and biomimetic hydrogels. His extensive publication record demonstrates significant contributions to polymer science, with recent work focusing on polymer nanodiscs, stimuli-responsive delivery systems, and advanced materials for energy applications. His research shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly complex polymer architectures with precise control over nanoscale properties. Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2024) NSW RACI President Award (2023) SOAR Prize from the University of Sydney (2023) Fellow of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (2023) Rennie Memorial Medal (2021) ARC Future Fellowship (2021-2025) Vice-Chancellor's Award for Outstanding Early Career Research (2018) Professor Muellner supervises numerous PhD and honors students working on diverse projects including polymer nanodiscs, injectable hydrogels, and nanomaterials for gene editing. His research is supported by substantial grants from the ARC, the Office of National Intelligence, and international collaborations. He serves on multiple advisory boards including for Polymer Chemistry (RSC), Macromolecular Rapid Communications, and Macromolecular Chemistry and Physics. The Polymer Nanostructures Group operates within the Key Centre for Polymers and Colloids at the University of Sydney, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities for polymer research and nanomaterial characterization. The group maintains strong international collaborations with institutions in Germany, South Korea, and the United States, focusing on advancing polymer science for medical and energy applications.

• Palliative Care
• Dementia Care
• Service Evaluation
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Deborah Parker is a leading academic in aged care nursing and dementia research at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) , where she holds the position of Professor of Nursing Aged Care (Dementia). She is the Co-Director of the UTS Ageing Research Collaborative (UARC) and leads End of Life Directions in Aged Care (ELDAC) , a national palliative care program. With over $78 million in research funding across three primary areas—palliative care for older people, dementia care, and service evaluation—her work spans clinical practice, policy development, and international collaboration. Education: PhD (Flinders University, 2016), Master of Social Science (University of South Australia, 2011), BA (Flinders University, 2006) Research interests focus on improving healthcare outcomes for aging populations through evidence-based practices, with an emphasis on person-centered palliative care and advance care planning (ACP) for dementia patients. Her work integrates technology and knowledge translation to address systemic challenges in aged care delivery. Recent publications highlight innovative ACP frameworks, infection control protocols in residential care, and intergenerational care models. These works reflect interdisciplinary collaborations in Europe, Canada, and Australia, addressing global healthcare gaps. Scientific awards include the 2024 Honorary Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for her contributions to palliative and aged care research. As a research leader , she directs large-scale projects like HIRAID® Aged Care and SPA-LTC , and serves on advisory boards for Palliative Care Australia and Australian Association of Gerontology . Her work has shaped clinical tools such as The Abbey Pain Scale and CarerHelp , an online resource for end-of-life caregivers.

Andrew Hrymakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Processing
• Materials Engineering
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrew Hrymak is a distinguished academic in the Department of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering at Western University, where he has been a faculty member since 2009. Prior to his appointment at Western, he served as Professor and Department Chair at McMaster University from 1985-2009. During his tenure at Western, he held the position of Dean of the Faculty of Engineering from July 1, 2009 to July 31, 2018. He currently serves as Deputy Director of the Fraunhofer Project Centre for Composites Research at Western and has held significant editorial roles including Editor of Computers and Chemical Engineering (2002-2010) and Editor-in-Chief of International Polymer Processing (2004-2016). His educational background includes: PhD in Chemical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University (1985) B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering from McMaster University (1980) Professor Hrymak's research focuses on the modeling, design, and optimization of materials processing systems, with particular emphasis on composites processing, injection molding, compression molding, mixing liquid coating flows, and complex rheology. His work integrates computational methods with experimental approaches to address challenges in polymer processing operations. His research spans multiple scales, from microscopic fiber-matrix interactions to macroscopic process modeling. He has made significant contributions to understanding the behavior of complex fluids and multiphase systems, particularly in the context of polymer composites manufacturing. His work often combines computational fluid dynamics with experimental validation to develop predictive models for industrial applications. Professor Hrymak's extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on advancing the science and engineering of polymer processing, with recent work incorporating machine learning approaches to model complex material behaviors. His research has practical applications in automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing industries where composite materials play a critical role. His scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering (2010) Fellow of the Chemical Institute of Canada (2005) Excellence in Process Development Research Award by the Process Development Division of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (2005) As an academic advisor, Professor Hrymak has mentored numerous graduate students through their PhD and Master's research. His current research group includes students working on projects related to structural long-fiber thermoplastics for automotive applications, compression molding simulation, and dip coating processes. His research has been supported by various funding sources including NSERC, Greenfield Global Products, and the Chinese Scholarship Council. He has also served on important committees including the Fellowship Selection Committees of the Chemical Institute of Canada and the Canadian Academy of Engineering, and was past Chair of the Board of Directors of the Chemical Institute of Canada. Professor Hrymak is actively involved with the Fraunhofer Project Centre for Composites Research at Western, where he serves as Deputy Director. His research group collaborates with industry partners on various projects related to composite materials processing and characterization. He has also been instrumental in developing the virtual process chain concept for sheet molding compound composites, which integrates multiple simulation tools to predict final part properties based on processing conditions.

• Theatre Directing
• Action Analysis
• Physical Actions in Theatre
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hans Henriksen is Professor of Directing and current subject manager for directing education at the Academy of Theatre, Oslo National Academy of the Arts. Previously serving as head of the directing department for over a decade, he has shaped Norwegian theatre pedagogy through Russian-derived methodologies since joining KHIO in 2010. His educational foundation includes: MA in Stage Directing from St. Petersburg State Academy of Theatre Arts, Russia Henriksen's research interrogates institutional vulnerabilities in public theatres, privatization risks, and directorial techniques rooted in Tovstanogov's action-analysis methods. His work bridges practical staging with critical policy analysis, emphasizing physical action frameworks and pedagogical innovation in actor training. Publication trends reveal escalating focus on structural threats to theatre institutions (2022-2023), contrasting with 2012 works analyzing specific productions like Jeppe på bjerget and foundational directing principles. This evolution demonstrates consistent engagement with both artistic practice and systemic challenges in Scandinavian theatre. With nearly 20 years teaching directors and actors across all educational levels at KHIO, Henriksen transmits Irina Malochevskaja's interpretation of Russian directorial heritage. His mentorship cultivates technical rigor while confronting contemporary pressures on public theatre funding and artistic autonomy.

Promod Pratapمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biophysics
• Membrane Transport Proteins
• Sodium-Potassium Pump (Na/K-ATPase)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Promod R. Pratap is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), where he has served for over 30 years. His research centers on the energetics and molecular mechanisms of membrane ion transporters, particularly the sodium-potassium pump (Na/K-ATPase), which plays a critical role in cellular energy metabolism and heart function. Using advanced spectroscopic techniques such as ensemble and single-molecule fluorescence, FTIR spectroscopy, and fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET), Pratap investigates the reaction cycles and energy conversion efficiency of the pump. Ph.D. in Biophysics from Syracuse University (1989) Postdoctoral fellowship at SUNY Health Science Center Joining UNCG as Assistant Professor in 1994, promoted to Associate Professor His work bridges biophysics, biochemistry, and engineering, with publications on ATP binding, conformational changes in membrane proteins, and applications of piezoelectric materials in structural health monitoring systems. He teaches courses like Biophysics and Conceptual Physics, emphasizing hands-on learning and hypothesis-driven experimentation. While no explicit scientific awards are documented in the provided texts, his long-standing contributions to understanding Na+/K-ATPase function highlight his impact in membrane biophysics. Pratap has mentored students including P. Indic and Pravitha Ramanand, whose work appears in his publications. His lab at UNCG focuses on the intersection of biological energy systems and material science innovations.

Anders Bouwerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Game-Based Learning
• STEAM Education
• Interactive Diagrams
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anders Bouwer is a Lecturer in HBO-ICT Game Development and a Researcher in the Lectoraat Civic Interaction Design at the Faculty of Digital Media and Creative Industries (FDMCI), Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. His work spans from 2003 to 2025, focusing on digital education and game-based pedagogy. Primary Affiliation: Lecturer, HBO-ICT Game Development Research Role: Researcher, Lectoraat Civic Interaction Design Active Years: 2003–2025 Research Interests: Anders specializes in integrating digital games and interactive technologies into education, particularly in science, mathematics, and teacher training. His work emphasizes hands-on/minds-on learning, procedural content generation, and STEAM education. Advising and Collaborations: He supervises student theses and collaborates on projects like the Function Dungeon game and Smart Education Lab. His research outputs include reports, conference papers, and web publications. Labs and Teams: Bouwer contributes to the Civic Interaction Design lectorate and the Smart Education Lab, focusing on applied research in educational technology and game design.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Smart Home Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Irene Yuan is an Assistant Professor at McMaster University in the Department of Computing and Software . Her scholarly activity focuses on Human-Computer Interaction , with particular interest in virtual reality, smart home technology, and intergenerational communication systems. Key trends in her publications (2024-2009) span: Virtual & Augmented Reality applications in social play and education Remote communication technologies for family/siblings Neuroscience of human motor cortex and narrative production Email optimization tools and workplace technology Her work appears across venues like CHI, IDC, and journals including Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction . Co-authors include Steven Brown and Denise Geiskkovitch.

Jackson Leween, Two Bears, Ph.D. (Tékeniyáhsen Ohkwá:ri)مشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Indigenous Arts Research
• Digital Media and Technology
• Haudenosaunee Cosmology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jackson Leween, also known as Two Bears (Tékeniyáhsen Ohkwá:ri), is an Associate Professor in the Department of Visual Arts and Indigenous Studies at Western University. He holds a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Indigenous Arts Research & Technology and directs the Onkwehonwe Research Environment (ORE). A Kanien’kehaka (Mohawk) multimedia installation/performance artist and cultural theorist from Six Nations and Tyendinaga, he integrates Haudenosaunee cosmologies with digital technologies to explore decolonization in the digital age. Ph.D., Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Victoria (2012) M.F.A., Digital Media, University of Victoria (2003) B.A. & Diploma in Fine Arts, University of Toronto at Mississauga and Sheridan College (1999) His research focuses on Haudenosaunee land-based histories and embodied knowledge, using digital tools like Virtual Reality Environments (VREs) and AI to revitalize Indigenous practices. Key themes include reconciling Indigenous epistemologies with modern technology, creating multimedia art installations in collaboration with communities, and theorizing Indigenous methodologies through digital/physical hybridity. Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Indigenous Arts Research & Technology Canada Council for the Arts Media Arts Grant

• Serious Games
• Simulation-Based Training
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mikael Johannesson is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at the School of Informatics, University of Skövde. He specializes in the development and evaluation of serious games and simulation-based training systems for emergency response, healthcare, and traffic safety. Current research focuses on contextualization in healthcare simulation, cyclist detection algorithms, and immersive training environments. He co-developed the Elinor console for stroke rehabilitation and the SAREK simulation system for prehospital care. His work integrates mixed reality, perceptual cue analysis, and team collaboration dynamics in crisis scenarios. Recent publications analyze cyclist intention detection, home-based rehabilitation technology, and immersive role-playing environments for medical training. The 15 most recent articles (2010-2021) demonstrate expertise in simulation design, human-computer interaction, and traffic safety research. He serves as Course Coordinator for advanced-level (Master's) courses in computer science at the University of Skövde.

Yunwen Suمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Second Language Acquisition
• Second Language Pragmatics
• Interlanguage Pragmatics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yunwen Su serves as Assistant Professor and Director of the Chinese Language Program in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, with additional appointments in Linguistics and the Center for East Asian Languages and Cultures. Her research centers on second language acquisition, particularly pragmatic and interactional competence development in Chinese language learning. Education: Ph.D. in Second Language Studies, Indiana University Bloomington M.A. in Applied Linguistics and TESOL, Xi'an Jiaotong University B.A. in English, Xi'an Jiaotong University Dr. Su investigates acquisition, pedagogy, and assessment of L2 pragmatics, examining learners' pragmatic production through linguistic approaches. Her recent work explores nonproductive aspects of pragmatic competence focusing on prosody-pragmatics interfaces and digital-context interactional competence assessment, alongside native speaker analysis of Chinese speech events from cross-cultural perspectives. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications reveals increasing methodological sophistication through computational analysis, acoustic measurement, and discourse-gating tasks applied to Mandarin speech acts. Key trends include prosody-pragmatics integration in refusal strategies and digital assessment tools for business Chinese contexts. Grants: 2023–2024: CIBER Business Language Research Grant for 'Web-Based Instruction of Second Language Chinese Pragmatics in Business Chinese' (with Yingling Bao) 2021–2022: CIBER Business Language Research Grant for 'Gift Giving Interactions and the Chinese Concept of Politeness' (with Yingling Bao)

Fares Kayaliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Game-based Learning
• Gamification
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Fares Kayali is a full professor of digital education and learning at the Centre for Teacher Education at the University of Vienna, appointed in 2018. He also lectures regularly at the University of Applied Arts Vienna and serves as co-founder of the Positive Impact Games Lab. His academic journey includes previous work as an assistant professor at the Human-Computer Interaction Group at the Vienna University of Technology. His research interests span across informatics, didactics, arts and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), with a focus on teacher education and digital learning, healthcare technology, game design and gamification, as well as music computing and interactive art. Kayali's work emphasizes participatory design approaches, computational empowerment, and technology-mediated audience participation. His publications reveal a strong focus on digital transformation in education, game-based learning methodologies, and the integration of digital competencies into teacher training curricula. Recent work explores emerging areas such as AI in education, virtual reality applications, and the use of digital tools for marginalized communities. Among his notable scientific achievements are awards including Best Paper Candidate & Honorable Mention at Foundations of Digital Games FDG 2018, Best Paper Award at International Conference on Virtual Rehabilitation (ICVR2017), and ACM Honorable Mention at ACM CHI 2017. His works have also been recognized by prestigious awards such as IndieCade, the Independent Games Festival, Europrix, and Games for Change. Kayali leads several research projects including Teaching Digital Thinking, We:Design, Working Sober, Serious Game Changers, and is a core team member of the #YouthMediaLife research group. His work contributes significantly to Sustainable Development Goals related to quality education and reduced inequalities.

Fanny Dégeilhمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury
• Neuroimaging
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Fanny Dégeilh is a Research Scientist in developmental cognitive neuroscience at Empenn, IRISA / Inria Rennes Bretagne Atlantique (Rennes, France) affiliated with Inserm (French National Institute of Health and Medical Research). Her work focuses on understanding brain development from infancy to adolescence in typically developing children and following traumatic brain injury (TBI). Her research is interdisciplinary, combining knowledge and tools from neuroscience, neuroimaging, developmental psychology, and neuropsychology. Key research areas include brain development, pediatric traumatic brain injury, magnetic resonance imaging, and early childhood non-sedated MRI techniques. She has developed expertise in studying the dynamics and variability of brain development in children, with special attention to neurodevelopmental trajectories following injury. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on pediatric concussion, brain structure development following mild traumatic brain injury, and the relationship between early life experiences and neurodevelopment. She has made significant contributions to understanding how traumatic brain injury affects social functioning, brain structure, and mental health outcomes in children. Boost'ERC – Région Bretagne BIENVENÜE Postdoctoral fellowship (Score: 19.5/20) H2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Individual Fellowships (Score: 98.2/100) Jacques Genest Award – Quebec Health Research Fund Early Career Travel Award – Society for Research in Child Development As a principal investigator, Dr. Dégeilh has secured funding including a tenured position starting package from Inserm (2023-2024) and the Boost'ERC grant from Région Bretagne (2021-2022). Her research integrates multiple methodologies including advanced neuroimaging techniques, longitudinal study designs, and interdisciplinary approaches to understand child brain development and recovery following injury.

Jane Wolffمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cultural Landscapes
• Hybrid Ecologies
• Environmental Processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jane Wolff is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto's John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design. Educated as a documentary filmmaker and landscape architect at Harvard University, she specializes in cultural landscapes and hybrid ecologies shaped by environmental-human interactions. Education: Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) from Harvard University Her activist scholarship translates technical environmental data into accessible narratives, focusing on contested landscapes in the Anthropocene. Key research areas include decolonizing landscape observation, water infrastructure in coastal regions, and interdisciplinary design frameworks for ecological citizenship. Recent works analyze Toronto's urban landscapes (2022 Toronto Biennial), San Francisco Bay's terminology (Bay Lexicon, 2021), and landscape democracy (Landscape Citizenships, 2021). Her publications span books, web resources, and playing card-based educational tools. Scientific Awards: Fulbright Scholarships, SSHRC grants, Graham Foundation support, and two CFHSS grants Grants: Seed Fund of San Francisco, Waterfront Toronto advisory board contributions As a member of the Jackman Humanities Institute advisory board, she bridges academic and public discourse on landscape ethics and community engagement.

Liisa Karlssonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Educational Psychology
• Early Childhood Education
• Narrative Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Liisa Karlsson is an Adjunct Professor and Senior University Lecturer at the Department of Education, University of Helsinki. She serves as a Principal Investigator and Supervisor for doctoral programs, including the Doctoral Programme in Cognition, Learning, Instruction and Communication, as well as the Doctoral Programme in School, Education, Society, and Culture. Her work is affiliated with the Research Group for Educational Psychology and the Teachers' Academy, which focuses on education, teaching, and teacher training. Doctoral Programme in Cognition, Learning, Instruction and Communication Doctoral Programme in School, Education, Society, and Culture Teachers' Academy Research Group for Educational Psychology Karlsson's research centers on educational psychology, child development, and the use of narrative and storytelling methods in education. She has pioneered the Storycrafting method, which empowers children to express their perspectives and well-being through creative storytelling. Her work spans early childhood education, special education, and the integration of arts and skills in communal learning. Her recent publications highlight the application of storycrafting in healthcare, education, and cross-cultural contexts. Themes include child agency, trauma processing, digital archiving of narratives, and sociocultural influences on learning. These works often employ qualitative and participatory research frameworks. Global Education award to the Storycrafting method (2000) Master's thesis prize (1991) Preferred therapeutic method in the European: Storycrafting method (1999) Teachers’ Academy award (2021) Karlsson has supervised multiple doctoral theses, including studies on subjective well-being, child agency, asylum seekers' integration, and humor in early childhood education. She actively participates in academic organizing committees, such as Tieteen päivät 2025 , and leads projects like KOTO – Encounterings through Arts and Skills and TelLis – Children's Well-being .

Craig Groupمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Experimental High Energy Physics
• Particle Physics
• Dark Matter Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Craig Group is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Physics at the University of Virginia's College of Arts & Sciences. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Florida (2006), he leads an active research program in Experimental High Energy Physics with significant contributions to particle physics discoveries. His educational background includes doctoral studies at the University of Florida, completed in 2006, establishing the foundation for his career in experimental particle physics. Professor Group's research focuses on answering fundamental questions about the universe's building blocks and their interactions. His work spans multiple cutting-edge experimental frontiers including Higgs boson physics, dark matter detection, neutrino oscillations, and searches for physics beyond the Standard Model. He employs high-energy particle collisions and precision measurements to probe fundamental particle properties and interactions at scales inaccessible through conventional means. His publications reveal consistent focus on detector development, data analysis techniques, and physics results from major international collaborations. The research trajectory shows progression from Higgs boson discovery efforts at the Tevatron to current leadership roles in next-generation experiments searching for dark matter and rare particle processes. American Physical Society Career Mentoring Fellow [2022] Nominated for Outstanding SPS Advisor [2017, 2018] Cory Teaching Award [2015] DOE Outstanding Mentor Award [2009] Professor Group maintains active mentorship of students and junior researchers through the Society of Physics Students and has served on multiple departmental committees including the Faculty Honor Advisor role and Undergraduate Program Committee. His research is supported by substantial grants from the Department of Energy and National Science Foundation for participation in major international experiments. He leads the UVA group's contributions to detector construction for the Mu2e experiment, including the cosmic ray veto system, and plays key roles in neutrino oscillation measurements with NOvA and dark matter searches with LDMX. His laboratory facilities include the High Energy Physics Lab where detector components are designed, built, and tested.