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Adam Runionsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Modeling
• Developmental Biology
• Computer Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Adam Runions is a researcher in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary, leading the MPG Partner Group in computational analysis of leaf development through collaborative work with Miltos Tsiantis. His group is embedded in the Graphics Cluster, focusing on interdisciplinary problems at the intersection of computer science and developmental biology. University of Calgary - Department of Computer Science MPG Partner Group (2022) Graphics Cluster affiliation His research explores computational modeling and analysis of plant form and development across multiple scales, integrating geometric modeling, physically-based simulation, and computer-aided design. Key themes include plant morphogenesis, self-organization of natural forms, and cross-disciplinary applications in computer graphics and animation. Recent publications emphasize plant development (leaf shape, bark patterning), mathematical modeling (auxin-driven patterning), and geometric techniques (subdivision surfaces, PUPs). Collaborations span institutions like the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research. Scientific Awards Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Best Paper Award (International Conference on Cyberworlds 2015) Best Student Paper Award (Computer Graphics International 2011) The group actively recruits BSc, MSc, and PhD students with backgrounds in computer science and mathematics for projects on plant form simulation and digital content creation. Research integrates evolutionary biology, biomechanical modeling, and computational techniques.

Karl Gustafssonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Security Studies
• Collective Memory in Global Politics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Karl Gustafsson is a Professor at Stockholm University within the Department of Economic History and International Relations. His work bridges security studies , collective memory , and digital research methods in international relations. Current Role: Professor of International Relations, Stockholm University Previous Positions: Post-Doc at Lund University, Researcher at Swedish Institute of International Affairs Visiting Appointments: University of Tokyo, Osaka University, Keio University, Academia Sinica, Nordic Institute of Asian Studies Research Focus: Karl specializes in memory politics , ontological security , and anxiety-driven international dynamics , particularly in Sino-Japanese relations and digital platforms . His studies explore how historical narratives and online memory construction influence state identity and policy. Awards & Grants: Recipient of the Wang Gungwu Prize (2014) and Stockholm University Association’s award (2011). Holds Swedish Research Council and Marianne & Marcus Wallenberg Foundation grants for projects on apologies in international politics and digital memory in East Asia . Publications: His work appears in journals such as International Studies Quarterly , European Journal of International Relations , and Memory Studies , addressing topics like narrative power in East Asia, anxiety’s role in policy change , and digital humanities applications in IR.

Vivek Shenoyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanobiology
• Multiscale Modeling
• Biomaterials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Vivek Shenoy is the Eduardo D. Glandt President's Distinguished Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, with primary appointments in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering and secondary appointments in Bioengineering and Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics. He leads the Multiscale Mechanobiology and Biomaterials Laboratory, which focuses on developing theoretical frameworks and numerical methods to understand complex biological and engineering systems across multiple length scales. Shenoy's research spans mechanobiology, chromatin organization, cell mechanics, and biomaterials. His work addresses the fundamental challenge of modeling how small-scale cellular phenomena couple with long-range tissue-level interactions across micrometers to centimeters. By integrating insights from soft matter physics, solid mechanics, chemistry, and applied mathematics, his group develops multiphysics continuum and mesoscale theories to elucidate mechanisms controlling both biological and engineering systems. His recent publications demonstrate an increasing focus on nuclear mechanics, chromatin organization, and the interplay between mechanical forces and gene regulation. Analysis of Shenoy's publication record reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach, with high-impact papers spanning biophysics, materials science, and cell biology. His work shows consistent evolution from fundamental mechanics of materials to complex biological systems, with recent emphasis on the mechanical regulation of chromatin architecture, cell migration dynamics in 3D environments, and mechanotransduction in development and disease. His publications appear regularly in top journals including Nature, Science, and their affiliated publications, demonstrating significant influence across multiple fields. Eduardo D. Glandt President's Distinguished Professor Multiple publications in Nature, Science, and PNAS Active research program with publications through 2025 Shenoy actively mentors students and postdocs through his laboratory, with numerous co-authored publications indicating strong mentorship. His research program appears to be well-funded through multiple grants supporting his work in mechanobiology and biomaterials. The Multiscale Mechanobiology and Biomaterials Laboratory maintains active collaborations across disciplines and institutions, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research. The Multiscale Mechanobiology and Biomaterials Laboratory, housed within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania, serves as the primary research hub for Shenoy's work. The lab maintains an active presence on social media (Twitter: @ShenoyLab) for updates on activities and publications. Their research approach combines theoretical modeling with experimental validation to address fundamental questions at the interface of mechanics, materials science, and biology.

Andrew Childsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Algorithms
• Quantum Information Processing
• Quantum Simulation
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Andrew Childs is a Professor at the University of Maryland, affiliated with the Department of Computer Science and the Institute for Advanced Computer Studies (UMIACS). He serves as Director of the NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation (RQS) and is a Fellow at the Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS). His research focuses on quantum algorithms for simulating physical systems, algebraic problems, and quantum walk protocols, with applications in quantum computing and computational complexity. University of Maryland Institute for Advanced Computer Studies (UMIACS) Joint Center for Quantum Information and Computer Science (QuICS) NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute for Robust Quantum Simulation Childs' research spans quantum simulation, quantum Fourier transform, phase estimation, and Hamiltonian dynamics. He has developed techniques to reduce quantum computational resources for simulating quantum systems and explored limitations of quantum computers through hidden subgroup problems and non-unitary dynamics. His publications cover diverse areas including quantum walk optimization, Hamiltonian simulation methods, and applications to cryptography and condensed matter physics. Recent works address spatial search algorithms, product formulas for commutators, and quantum routing protocols. As an educator, Childs has taught courses on quantum algorithms and information processing at both the University of Maryland and University of Waterloo, with lecture notes and materials spanning multiple years. Contact: amchilds@umd.edu | Office: ATL 3359 | Affiliated with University of Maryland's quantum research institutes.

Myriam Dunn Caveltyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cybersecurity
• Digital Technologies and Political Behavior
• Governance of Digital Technologies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Myriam Dunn Cavelty serves as Deputy Head of Research and Teaching at the Center for Security Studies (CSS) at ETH Zurich, where she leads significant academic initiatives in cybersecurity and digital governance. She holds formal affiliations as an associate researcher at the Center for Advanced Security Theory at the University of Copenhagen, and has held prestigious visiting positions at Brown University, the University of Darmstadt (as a Mercator Fellow), and the Central European University. Her research expertise centers on how digital technologies influence political behavior and societal values, with particular attention to governance arrangements for digital technologies and their embedding in social, political, and economic processes. Her scholarly contributions span cybersecurity politics, cyber warfare, critical infrastructure protection, and strategic foresight, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach that bridges political science, international relations, and technology studies. Dunn Cavelty's publication record demonstrates remarkable consistency and impact, with works spanning from 2008 to the present. Her research shows an evolution from early analyses of cyber-threat construction to contemporary examinations of AI in security contexts and the political dimensions of cybersecurity governance. Her work consistently addresses the intersection of technological capabilities and political constraints, examining how states and other actors navigate security challenges in the digital domain. Mercator Fellow at the University of Darmstadt Editor-in-Chief of Contemporary Security Policy Advisory work for governments, international institutions, and corporations As an academic leader, she has advised numerous doctoral students and supervised research projects examining the political dimensions of cybersecurity. Her work with the Center for Security Studies involves directing research programs that connect academic inquiry with policy relevance, particularly in the areas of risk analysis and strategic foresight. She has established herself as a leading voice in European cybersecurity scholarship, with particular expertise in the Swiss context and broader European security frameworks.

• Nonlinear partial differential equations
• Singularity formation
• Mathematical analysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Manuel Del Pino is Professor at the University of Bath's Department of Mathematical Sciences and Royal Society Professor specializing in nonlinear partial differential equations. His research focuses on singularity formation, geometric evolution equations, and asymptotic analysis in fluid dynamics and mathematical physics. His investigations encompass blow-up phenomena in heat equations, vortex dynamics in Euler flows, and minimal surface theory. Current projects examine infinite-time singularity formation in parabolic equations and asymptotic properties of vortex configurations. Del Pino has received the Royal Society Professorship and leads multiple grants including 'Asymptotic patterns in nonlinear evolution problems' (EPSRC). He maintains collaborations with researchers globally through projects on singularity formation in PDEs.

• Political Theory
• Political Philosophy
• Cultural Evolution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Piotr Łukomski is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Theory, Institute of Political Science, University of Wrocław. His academic career focuses on the intersection of political theory, philosophy, and cultural analysis, with notable contributions to Hannah Arendt's philosophy, game theory applications in politics, and the role of imagination in political thought. Department: Political Theory Email: piotr.lukomski@uwr.edu.pl ORCID: 0000-0002-5307-616X Research Interests: His work spans conceptual metaphors in political theory, decision-making under hazardous conditions, cultural evolution of tyranny, and the aestheticization of politics. He examines how digital technologies (like VR) reshape political identity and how Arendtian frameworks apply to modern governance. Teaching: Coordinates social consulting labs and teaches decision-making processes in political contexts, with a focus on practical applications in hazardous conditions. Publications: Recent articles analyze VR-era political identity, Hannah Arendt's relevance to modern democracy, and the integration of problem-solving strategies in political thought.

Leslie Valiantمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Complexity Theory
• Machine Learning
• Parallel Computation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Leslie Valiant is the T. Jefferson Coolidge Professor of Computer Science and Applied Mathematics in Harvard University's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, where he has held a faculty position since 1982. A foundational figure in theoretical computer science, his work bridges artificial and natural computational phenomena across multiple disciplines. His academic background includes education at: King's College, Cambridge Imperial College, London Ph.D. in Computer Science from Warwick University (1974) Valiant's research spans computational complexity , machine learning theory , parallel systems , and computational neuroscience . He pioneered the PAC (Probably Approximately Correct) learning framework that established computational learning theory as a rigorous field. His holographic algorithms work revealed deep connections between computational complexity and statistical physics, while his neuroidal model and evolvability theory provide computational explanations for cognitive processes and biological evolution. Current investigations focus on cortical computation primitives and knowledge infusion architectures. His publication trends show increasing integration of neuroscience with computational theory since 2010, with dominant themes in holographic computation (2006-2018), cortical modeling (2012-2018), and evolvability (2009-2017). The work consistently applies computational complexity analysis to biological and cognitive systems. Major recognitions include: Nevanlinna Prize (1986) for mathematical aspects of computer science Knuth Award (1997) for foundational algorithms contributions EATCS Award (2008) for theoretical computer science impact Turing Award (2010) for computational learning theory and complexity Fellowship in the Royal Society and National Academy of Sciences Valiant's research has been supported by NSF and international grants enabling cross-disciplinary work in computational neuroscience and evolutionary algorithms. While specific advisees aren't documented in source materials, his theoretical frameworks have shaped generations of researchers in machine learning and complexity theory. His current research group explores neuroidal architectures for cognitive computation, investigating how cortical circuits achieve robust information processing through in-circuit testing methodologies. Ongoing projects aim to identify fundamental computational primitives in neural systems and develop biologically inspired AI frameworks.

• Welfare Sociology
• Social Inequality and Poverty
• Marginalization and Social Exclusion
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Kjetil Grimastad Lundberg serves at the Institute for Welfare and Participation, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL), appointed Professor of Welfare Sociology in 2020 after joining HVL in 2018. A University of Bergen PhD graduate (2012), he previously worked as Researcher II at Uni Research Rokkansenteret (2011-2018). His academic credentials include: PhD in Sociology, University of Bergen, 2012 Master's in Sociology, University of Bergen, 2007 Lundberg's research critically examines intersections of welfare systems, poverty, and marginalization through institutional ethnography. He investigates street-level bureaucracy in NAV (Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration), digitalization impacts, and child/family perspectives in low-income contexts, emphasizing stigma, power dynamics, and activation policies. His work bridges theoretical sociology with practical welfare challenges. His 15 most recent publications (2017-2024) reveal consistent focus on welfare-state dynamics, with recurring themes of work inclusion mechanisms, user experiences in complex interventions, and poverty's structural dimensions. Methodologically, he employs qualitative institutional ethnography across European Societies, European Journal of Social Work, and Social Policy and Society, demonstrating longitudinal analysis of policy evolution. Lundberg supervises multiple PhD candidates on work inclusion and poverty interventions while leading the NAV-funded project 'Barneperspektiv i Nav' (2023-2027) and participating in three additional studies addressing long-term poverty effects and cross-sectoral coordination. His grant portfolio spans NAV-FOU, Sparebankstiftelsen, and NFR funding. He contributes to HVL's 'Rights, Democracy and Welfare' research group, advancing critical welfare sociology through teaching in social science, sociology, and social work programs while examining urban poverty, bureaucratic practices, and marginalized family experiences.

Lenya Ryzhikمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Partial Differential Equations
• Analysis
• Applied Mathematics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lenya Ryzhik is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Stanford University, specializing in analysis and partial differential equations with applications in various physical contexts. His research spans stochastic processes, wave propagation, and front dynamics in random media, with significant contributions to understanding reaction-diffusion systems and their applications in mathematical biology and physics. Professor Ryzhik's research interests focus on the mathematical analysis of partial differential equations arising in physical systems. His work particularly emphasizes stochastic PDEs, wave propagation in random media, front propagation in reaction-diffusion systems, and homogenization theory. He investigates how randomness and complex structures affect wave propagation, front speeds, and transport phenomena, with applications ranging from combustion theory to population dynamics and quantum mechanics. The publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding propagation phenomena in complex environments. Ryzhik's research shows a progression from classical PDE analysis toward increasingly sophisticated stochastic frameworks, particularly examining high-dimensional systems and random media. His recent work has focused on KPZ fluctuations, random heat equations, and non-local reaction-diffusion models, revealing deep connections between probability theory and partial differential equations. Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship (2002-2004) AFOSR NSSEFF Fellowship (2010-2015) Ryzhik has advised graduate students including Alexandra Stavrianidi, and has secured substantial research funding throughout his career. His grant history includes multiple NSF awards (DMS-9971742, DMS-0203537, DMS-0604687, DMS-0908507, DMS-1311903), ONR funding (N00014-02-1-0089, N00014-04-1-0224), and FRG support for collaborative research on nonlinear evolution problems. He co-organized a Summer School and Workshop on 'Recent Advances in PDEs and Fluids' at Stanford in 2013. Ryzhik maintains an active research group collaborating with leading mathematicians worldwide, particularly with researchers at institutions like NYU, Chicago, and various European universities. His work frequently involves interdisciplinary collaborations bridging mathematics with physics and biology.

Stefanie Czischekمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Quantum many-body systems
• Quantum condensed matter
• Quantum computation and simulation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stefanie Czischek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Ottawa, leading the APRIQuOt research group focused on artificial and physically realizable intelligence for quantum applications. She joined uOttawa in 2022 after postdoctoral work at the University of Waterloo. Her research bridges quantum technologies and neural networks, with expertise in quantum simulation, neuromorphic computing, and machine learning applications in quantum physics. Research Interests: Quantum computation/simulation using neural networks Neuromorphic hardware implementations Quantum many-body systems Machine learning for quantum control and tomography Her publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary focus, combining quantum physics with cutting-edge ML techniques. Recent works explore transformer models for quantum simulation, neural network quantum states, and quantum sensing applications. The research shows consistent evolution toward hardware-algorithm co-design for quantum problems. Awards: Springer Thesis Award (2020) for doctoral research on neural-network simulation of quantum systems. Research Group & Advising: Leads the APRIQuOt lab with 1 postdoc, 6 graduate students, and 1 undergraduate. Current projects include large language models for quantum states, quantum optimal control via reinforcement learning, and neuromorphic quantum simulations. The group collaborates with experimental teams and maintains strong industry-academia partnerships.

Jonathan Cohenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Philosophy of Perception
• Philosophy of Language
• Cognitive Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Cohen is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), and serves as an Associate Dean in the School of Arts and Humanities. Previously, he held a Killam Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of British Columbia (2000-2001). He earned his Ph.D. in Philosophy from Rutgers University (2000), and holds a M.A. (1995) and B.A. (1993) in Philosophy and Mathematics from the University of Chicago. His research primarily focuses on the philosophy of perception and language, with a special emphasis on their intersections with cognitive science. Key areas include relationalist theories of color properties, multimodal perception, and the semantics/pragmatics of context-sensitive expressions. Recent work explores perceptual interactions across modalities, synesthesia, and the role of extrasemantic expansion in communication. Cohen’s publications span over two decades, with recent trends emphasizing perceptual architecture, phenomenal contrasts, and interdisciplinary approaches to cognitive penetration. His work often bridges analytic philosophy with empirical findings in psychology and neuroscience. While no formal grants or awards are explicitly noted, his extensive bibliography reflects sustained engagement with foundational questions in philosophy of mind and language. No lab affiliations or student advisees are listed in the provided materials.

James A. Sethianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Mathematics
• Computational Physics
• Partial Differential Equations
• +۶ مورد دیگر

James A. Sethian is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley , with additional affiliation at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory . His work focuses on developing and applying Level Set Methods and Fast Marching Methods to track evolving interfaces across diverse scientific domains. Education: Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics , University of California, Berkeley (1982) B.A. in Mathematics, Princeton University (1976) Research spans Applied Mathematics , Computational Physics , and Numerical Analysis , with applications in Semiconductor Manufacturing , Fluid Dynamics , Medical Imaging , Image Processing , Seismic Analysis , and Optimal Control . His publications demonstrate expertise in modeling interfaces that develop sharp corners, break apart, and merge, particularly through PDE-based numerical techniques. Key contributions include algorithms for noise removal , minimal surface computation , and multi-layer coating flows . As a mentor, he has advised numerous PhD students in computational methods and applied mathematics, including Robert I. Saye , Jon Arthur Wilkening , and David Layne Chopp . Projects under his leadership integrate ViscoElastic Flow , Tumor Modeling , and Robotics via curvature-driven evolution and interface tracking.

Garnet K. Chanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Chemistry
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Quantum Information Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Garnet K. Chan is the Bren Professor of Chemistry and Director of the Rudolph A. Marcus Center for Theoretical Chemistry at the California Institute of Technology. He received his B.S. from the University of Cambridge in 1996 and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Cambridge in 2000. Dr. Chan's research lies at the interface of theoretical chemistry, condensed matter physics, and quantum information theory, focusing on quantum many-particle phenomena and the numerical methods to simulate them. His group has developed numerous methodologies including density matrix renormalization and tensor network algorithms, canonical transformation-based down-foldings, local quantum chemistry methods, quantum embeddings, and new quantum Monte Carlo algorithms. His work addresses problems that appear naively exponentially hard but where understanding of physics, particularly entanglement structure, allows for calculations of polynomial cost. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on quantum simulation techniques, particularly tensor network methods applied to strongly correlated systems. His research spans fundamental theoretical developments to practical applications in quantum computing, molecular simulation, and materials science, with increasing integration of machine learning techniques and GPU acceleration in computational chemistry frameworks. Dr. Chan leads an active research group at Caltech dedicated to simulating chemical and physical systems at the level of many-particle quantum mechanics. His group has welcomed numerous researchers including Kasra Hejazi, Zuxin Jin, Zhihao Cui, Ke Liao, Henrik Larsson, and Wenyuan Liu. He teaches courses in Physical Chemistry (Ch 21 abc) and Advanced Quantum Chemistry (Ch 225), contributing significantly to theoretical chemistry education at Caltech.

Susanna V. Haziotمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Partial Differential Equations
• Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Susanna V. Haziot is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Princeton University. Her research focuses on fluid dynamics, partial differential equations, and geophysical fluid dynamics with applications to oceanographic phenomena. She investigates wave propagation, vortex dynamics, and nonlinear systems, particularly in contexts like Arctic and Antarctic ocean currents, Muskat problems, and water wave theory. Her work combines analytical techniques, such as bifurcation theory and stability analysis, with geophysical modeling to address challenges in climate science and coastal engineering. Notable contributions include studies on solitary waves with constant vorticity, critical layers in stratified fluids, and the application of stereographic projections to model ocean currents. Dr. Haziot’s publications span topics from mathematical analysis of free boundary problems to historical perspectives on traveling water waves, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach. While no awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials, her extensive publication record highlights her active role in advancing theoretical and applied fluid dynamics research. Her affiliations include the mathematics department at Princeton, where she contributes to both teaching and research initiatives. No doctoral advisees are listed in the provided text, though her work likely involves collaboration with graduate students and research groups focused on environmental fluid dynamics.