جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Barbara Ann Hofmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Project-Based Learning
• Inquiry-Based Education
• Science Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Barbara Ann Hofmann is a Professor in the School of Education at Trinity Western University (TWU), specializing in science and mathematics education with a focus on inquiry and project-based learning. She holds a PhD in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Alberta (1997) and has 15 years of teaching experience across elementary, middle, and high school levels. Her expertise includes proactive problem-solving in education and geotechnical design solutions. Education: Bachelor of Education (BEd), Middle Years - University of British Columbia (2004) PhD, Geotechnical Engineering - University of Alberta (1997) MSc (Distinction), Civil Engineering - University of Alberta (1989) BSc (Distinction), Civil Engineering - University of Alberta (1985) Research Interests: Dr. Hofmann’s research bridges geotechnical engineering and education. Her doctoral work focused on in-situ ground freezing techniques to obtain undisturbed soil samples for liquefaction assessment during earthquakes. She advocates for innovative teaching methods like project-based learning to engage students in STEM fields. Awards: Andrew Stewart Graduate Prize for PhD Students Province of Alberta Graduate Fellowship and Scholarship Alexander Rutherford Scholarship Teaching and Affiliations: Dr. Hofmann teaches courses such as EDUC 456B (Curriculum and Pedagogy: K-07 Mathematics) , EDUC 458B (Curriculum and Pedagogy: K-8 Science) , and EDUC 472 (Curriculum and Pedagogy: An Introduction to Teaching the Natural and Mathematical Sciences Grades 8-12) . She is a member of the British Columbia Teachers Federation.

William Newmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Pharmacogenetics
• Rare Inherited Conditions
• Genomics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Newman is a Clinical Professor of Translational Genomic Medicine at the University of Manchester and Honorary Consultant at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. He serves as President of the European Society of Human Genetics (2024-25) and Clinical Director of the NW Genomic Medicine Service Alliance. His roles include co-leading the BRC Theme on Rare Conditions and leading the NHSE Network of Excellence in Pharmacogenetics and Medicines Optimisation. Education: BSc (hons) Experimental Immunology and Oncology MB ChB (hons) from the University of Manchester PhD in genetics from the Wellcome Trust Cell Matrix Centre MA in Healthcare Ethics and Law Research Interests: Rare Conditions : Discovery of genetic causes using next-generation sequencing, focusing on Perrault syndrome, lower urinary tract disorders, and infection-triggered neuropathies. Pharmacogenetics : Clinical implementation of genetic testing to optimize medication responses, including the PALOH study for gentamicin-induced hearing loss prevention. Lower Urinary Tract Malformations : Studies on HPSE2 and LRIG2 genes in urofacial syndrome and bladder exstrophy, supported by the MRC-NIHR Rare Disease Node (REOLUT). Genetics of Perrault Syndrome : Identification of CLPP, MRPL49, PRORP, and DAP3 genes, exploring mitochondrial dysfunction mechanisms. Spliceosomal Disorders : Investigating craniofacial syndromes like Burn McKeown syndrome using mouse and stem cell models. Key Awards: New Statesman Healthcare Positive Impact Award 2022 Times Higher Education (THE) Research Project of the Year: STEM Award 2024 Teaching and Collaborations: Established MSc in Genomic Medicine and PGCert in Clinical Genetics with international partners. Collaborates with institutions like Newcastle University, UCL, and Cambridge on rare disease projects. Leadership in European Society of Human Genetics training programs for cardiac genetics professionals. Labs and Platforms: Manchester Centre for Genomic Medicine, Manchester Regenerative Medicine Network, and the Lydia Becker Institute.

• Immersive Media
• Extended Reality (XR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Jan-Niklas Voigt-Antons is a Professor of Applied Computer Science specializing in Immersive Media at Hamm-Lippstadt University of Applied Sciences. His work focuses on Extended Reality (XR), Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and their applications in healthcare, education, and human-machine interaction. He holds a Dr.-Ing (Engineering Doctorate) and has extensive industry experience with organizations like Daimler AG, Telekom Innovation Laboratories, and the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI). Research interests include user experience (UX) design, emotion analysis in virtual environments, and accessibility for aging populations. He has led projects on wearable health tech, AR/VR usability, and immersive training systems. Notable areas of impact include developing guidelines for inclusive XR interfaces and advancing telemedicine through immersive technologies. Prof. Voigt-Antons has collaborated with Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin on healthcare applications and has contributed to standardization efforts in telecommunications. His technical competencies include agile project management, statistical analysis, and mobile application development for iOS/Android. He advises on UX evaluations, usability testing, and physiological data analysis for industry partners. Key achievements include creating the Story Time Dataset for video quality research and developing the ColorTable system for flavor perception studies. His work emphasizes real-world deployment, with projects addressing mobility challenges for seniors in rural areas and improving dementia care through tablet-based interventions.

Jose M Silvaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cancer Biology
• Cancer Genetics
• Tumorigenesis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jose M Silva is a Professor in Pathology and Oncological Sciences at Columbia University Medical School. He holds adjunct faculty status and has prior roles including Assistant Professor at Columbia and postdoctoral training at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. His research focuses on cancer genomics, functional networks, and translating discoveries into clinical applications. He has pioneered integrative approaches combining genomics and systems biology to identify critical cancer cell regulators, leading to clinical trials. Education: BSc, Complutense University of Madrid PhD, Autonoma University of Madrid PostDoc & Senior Fellow, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Research Interests: His lab investigates breast cancer development and therapeutics, including molecular characterization of tumor networks, novel drug targets (e.g., RSF1, BIN3), and clinical translation of discoveries. Current efforts target triple-negative breast cancers and aging-cancer intersections. Grants & Trials: Initiated NCT02066532 clinical trial; ongoing work includes HDAC6/STAT3 inhibition studies and single-cell atlas projects.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jörg Müller is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Bayreuth, Germany. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Virtual Reality (VR), and Augmented Reality (AR), with a strong emphasis on interaction techniques, public displays, and multimodal interfaces. He has held academic positions at multiple institutions including Aarhus University, HIIG, and RWTH Aachen University. His work spans technical contributions in haptic interfaces, biomechanical modeling, and user behavior analysis in VR environments. Notable projects include OptiTrap for acoustic levitation displays, SIM2VR for biomechanical testing in VR, and the boomRoom system for mid-air sound interaction. Müller collaborates extensively with industry partners like Telekom Laboratories and Siemens. Research interests include: interaction design for immersive environments, embodied interaction, and the social impact of extended reality technologies. His publications demonstrate leadership in CHI, UIST, and IEEE Visualization venues, with over 120 peer-reviewed articles since 2006. Current research priorities include optimizing VR workspace ergonomics, developing tactile feedback systems for mid-air interaction, and exploring public display networks for urban environments. Müller leads the Interactive Systems group at Bayreuth, supervising PhD students in VR engineering and spatial computing.

• Infectious Diseases
• Transplant Medicine
• Invasive Fungal Infections
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Friedman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine-Infectious Diseases at the University of Chicago. His clinical and research focus centers on managing infectious diseases in immunocompromised patients, particularly those undergoing solid organ or stem cell transplants, cancer treatments, or other high-risk conditions. He specializes in pre-transplant infection risk assessment, personalized preventive strategies, and invasive fungal infections in transplant recipients. His research also explores novel antifungal therapies and the epidemiology of infections in immunosuppressed populations. Dr. Friedman has been actively involved in clinical trials for emerging antifungal treatments and diagnostic methods. His work bridges translational research and clinical care, with a strong emphasis on improving outcomes for high-risk patients. Notable collaborations include studies on risk factors for invasive aspergillosis in kidney transplant recipients and the impact of non-tuberculous mycobacteria on lung transplant outcomes. His publications span topics such as fungal diagnostics, antifungal drug efficacy, and infection management in transplant recipients. He has co-authored studies on Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in renal transplant patients and SARS-CoV-2 considerations in liver transplantation. His research networks include collaborations with institutions like the Mayo Clinic and the University of Alberta, focusing on infectious disease epidemiology and clinical trials.

Robert Göstlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Polymer Chemistry
• Mechanochemistry
• Materials Science
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Robert Göstl is a Professor leading the Research Group Göstl at RWTH Aachen University, with a concurrent position as Associated Scientist at the University of Wuppertal. His research bridges synthetic organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, photophysics, and materials science, focusing on mechanoresponsive biomaterials and polymer mechanochemistry. His group investigates stress interactions with materials through innovative approaches like molecular fractography and force-induced bond scission. Key research areas include: Development of optical force probes for polymer damage analysis Ultrasound-activated therapeutic release systems Mechanochemical activation of biomolecules Design of stimuli-responsive hydrogels and microgels Analyses of recent publications show strong emphasis on ultrasound-mediated drug delivery (40% of recent works), advanced polymer characterization techniques (25%), and biomaterial applications (35%). Primary methodologies include mechanophore design, super-resolution microscopy, and nanoparticle-polymer composites. Prof. Göstl currently supervises six PhD students working on projects including: Microgel-cell interactions Nanoscale fractography of composites Force-induced reaction pathways Thermally stable optical probes His laboratory develops experimental platforms for polymer mechanochemistry including specialized synthesis routes, confocal microscopy setups, and ultrasound application systems for material testing.

• Neuropathology
• Neurodegenerative diseases
• Alzheimer's Disease
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Charles L. White is Professor of Pathology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, where he holds the Nancy R. McCune Distinguished Chair in Alzheimer Disease Research. He has served as Director of Neuropathology at UT Southwestern since completing his residency and fellowship training in anatomic pathology and neuropathology at Johns Hopkins in 1983. Dr. White also directs the Neuropathology Core of the UT Southwestern Alzheimer Disease Research Center (established 1988) and the Winspear Family Special Center for Research on the Neuropathology of Alzheimer's Disease (established 2002). Dr. White completed his medical and pathology training at Johns Hopkins University, establishing a career focused on neurodegenerative brain disorders. His educational background forms the foundation for his dual expertise in clinical neuropathology and research investigation. Dr. White's research spans multiple critical areas of neuropathology: Pathological mechanisms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias Tau protein aggregation and propagation across neurodegenerative conditions Diagnostic criteria and staging systems for various neuropathologies Genetic and molecular underpinnings of frontotemporal lobar degeneration Chronic traumatic encephalopathy and its relationship to other neurodegenerative conditions Development of artificial intelligence approaches for neuropathological assessment Analysis of Dr. White's extensive publication record reveals a consistent focus on defining and characterizing neurodegenerative disease processes through rigorous pathological examination. His work frequently addresses diagnostic criteria, disease classification systems, and the molecular mechanisms underlying various neurodegenerative conditions. There is particular emphasis on tau pathology across multiple disease states, including Alzheimer's disease, primary age-related tauopathy (PART), and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). His research often involves large collaborative efforts with multiple institutions, reflecting the complex, multidisciplinary nature of modern neuropathological research. Dr. White has received significant recognition for his contributions to the field: Award for Meritorious Contributions to Neuropathology from the American Association of Neuropathologists (2020) Nancy R. McCune Distinguished Chair in Alzheimer Disease Research As an educator and mentor, Dr. White serves as Training Director for the Neuropathology Fellowship program at UT Southwestern, an ACGME-accredited, 2-year training program. Twenty-two trainees have completed the program and become board certified by the American Board of Pathology in the subspecialty of Neuropathology. He has held significant leadership positions including past president of the American Association of Neuropathologists, the national professional organization for neuropathologists in the US. His mentorship extends to numerous research collaborations where he guides junior investigators in neuropathological research methods and interpretation. Dr. White directs multiple research centers including the Neuropathology Core of the UT Southwestern Alzheimer Disease Research Center and the Winspear Family Special Center for Research on the Neuropathology of Alzheimer's Disease. His laboratory work focuses on understanding the pathological mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly those involving protein misfolding and aggregation. His team employs advanced techniques including immunohistochemistry, molecular pathology, and increasingly, artificial intelligence approaches to analyze neuropathological specimens.

Julien Massonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education Sciences
• Motivation Theory
• School Well-being
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julien Masson is a University Professor in Education and Training Sciences at the ISPEF faculty of Lumière Lyon2 University. His research focuses on motivation dynamics, school well-being, and health promotion strategies in educational settings. He completed his PhD in 2011 at Paris 10 University, examining motivation factors in primary school academic success. Current roles include leading the M2 MEEF program and research in the ECP laboratory. Key contributions span over 50 publications, emphasizing health promotion interventions, social skills measurement, and multi-level school health programs. His work bridges psychological theories with practical educational applications, addressing issues like test anxiety and health literacy among students. Education: PhD in Education Sciences (Paris 10, 2011) Research Themes: Motivation theory, school well-being, health promotion frameworks Recent Projects: Alliance for Health project (school-community health interventions) Publications highlight innovative approaches to co-creation in health promotion and cross-cultural validation of assessment tools. He collaborates internationally on topics like endocrine disruptors and youth health behavior trends.

Stefano Morettiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High Energy Physics
• Particle Phenomenology
• Collider Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Stefano Moretti holds a Professorship at the University of Southampton's Department of Physics & Astronomy and is a Full Professor at Uppsala University's Theoretical Particle Physics group. He is a member of the Southampton High Energy Physics (SHEP) group and the Southampton Theory Astrophysics and Gravity (STAG) Research Centre. His research focuses on particle phenomenology, particularly collider physics, with over 550 publications and 34,000 citations. He is also a Visiting Staff at RAL PPD and part of the CMS experiment at CERN. Education: PhD from the University of Torino, followed by postdoctoral roles at the University of Cambridge, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), and the University of Oxford. He joined Southampton in 2003 via an STFC Advanced Fellowship. Research Interests : Standard Model (QCD/EW interactions), Supersymmetry, Non-minimal Higgs Models, Monte Carlo Event Generators, and Higher Order Corrections. He authored textbooks on Supersymmetry and SM Phenomenology. Awards : 2024 Lilly and Sven Thuréus Prize (Sweden), 2018 Honorary Doctorate from Uppsala University, and 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics (shared with LHC experiments). Teaching : Coordinates the UG module PHYS2006 (Classical Mechanics) and teaches the PG Phenomenology course within the NExT PhD School. Grants/Projects : Lead researcher on multiple STFC, Royal Society, and EU-funded projects. Active in Horizon Europe evaluations and UK REF2021 panel work. Labs/Teams : Director of the NExT Institute, member of SHEP and STAG, collaborates with CMS at CERN, and advises on policy for science assessment frameworks.

Ryan Chapmanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Musculoskeletal Biomechanics
• Wearable Sensors
• Optical Motion Capture
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ryan Chapman is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Rhode Island (URI), leading the Biomechanics & Wearables Laboratory (BWL). His research focuses on musculoskeletal biomechanics, wearable sensor technology, and clinical decision-making, with applications in joint replacement, rehabilitation, and sports performance. Chapman earned his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of St. Thomas, M.S. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Iowa, and Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Dartmouth College. He held teaching roles at Dartmouth before joining URI. His work integrates optical motion capture, machine learning, and AI to monitor human movement clinically and in daily life. Education highlights include: B.S.E.E., University of St. Thomas (200X) M.S., Biomedical Engineering, University of Iowa (20X) Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, Dartmouth College (2018) Research interests emphasize wearable sensor validation, joint biomechanics post-surgery, and data-driven clinical tools. His studies on knee and hip arthroplasty recovery, published in journals like Journal of Biomechanics and Journal of Shoulder & Elbow Surgery , highlight his technical expertise. Awards include the 2022 URI College of Health Sciences Research Award and the 2019 ISTA Young Investigator Award. Chapman’s lab develops innovative systems for postoperative monitoring, such as gyroscopic alignment tools and IMU-based motion tracking. He advises students on biomechanical projects, including hip biomechanics in expectant mothers and neural network applications for joint angle quantification. His patents include leg alignment systems and movement monitoring technologies, reflecting his translational research impact.

Dario Fioreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Cryptography
• Computer Security
• Cloud Computing Security
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dario Fiore is an Associate Research Professor at the IMDEA Software Institute in Madrid, Spain. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Catania, Italy (2010), and has held postdoctoral positions at institutions including Max Planck Institute for Software Systems (Germany), New York University (USA), and École Normale Supérieure (France). His research focuses on Cryptography and Security, particularly designing provably-secure cryptographic primitives for Cloud computing applications, including secure data delegation, homomorphic authenticators, zero-knowledge proof systems, functional encryption, and homomorphic encryption. He advises multiple PhD students and has led projects like the ERC Consolidator Grant PICOCRYPT (2021–2026). He has been recognized with awards such as the ACM SIGMM Test of Time Honourable Mention (2022) and the IET Information Security Premium Award (2020). Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Catania, Italy (2010) Visiting Student: IBM T.J. Watson Research Center and New York University (USA) Research Interests Fiore’s work bridges theoretical and practical aspects of Cryptography, emphasizing efficiency and real-world applications. Key areas include: Secure delegation of computation/data to Cloud systems Homomorphic encryption and authenticators Zero-knowledge proof systems (e.g., zkSNARKs) and functional encryption Cryptography for privacy-preserving machine learning and decentralized systems Grants & Projects ERC Consolidator Grant PICOCRYPT (2021–2026) NEC Laboratories Europe collaboration (2024) ESPADA and PRODIGY EU projects Awards ACM SIGMM Test of Time Honourable Mention (2022) IET Information Security Premium Award (2020) ACM CCS 2022 Top Reviewer Award Labs & Teams Fiore leads a dynamic research group with active collaborations in cryptography, including postdocs, PhD students, and industry partnerships with Protocol Labs, Nomadic Labs, and Tezos Foundation.

Akira Endoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Infectious Disease Modelling
• Epidemiology
• Mathematical Modelling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Akira Endo is an Assistant Professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), holding a primary affiliation with the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and a joint appointment at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. He also served as a Visiting Research Fellow at Nagasaki University and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. Dr. Endo earned his MD & BSc in Medicine from the University of Tokyo (2011–2017) and a PhD in Infectious Disease Epidemiology from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (2017–2021). His research focuses on mathematical modelling of infectious disease dynamics, particularly examining transmission patterns within households, schools, workplaces, and sexual networks. He has contributed to understanding optimal control strategies for outbreaks like mpox (monkeypox) and influenza, emphasizing network interventions and public health policy. His work bridges epidemiology and mathematical modeling, addressing challenges such as overdispersion in disease transmission and the impact of superspreading events. Key areas of interest include: Analysis of heavy-tailed sexual contact networks in mpox outbreaks Assessment of border control and vaccination strategies for pandemic management Quantitative design of interventions to mitigate disease spread Dr. Endo has been recognized with awards including the Japan Society for Mathematical Biology Early Career Award (2022) and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Overseas Research Fellowship (2021). His research also explores global health equity, such as assessing mpox risks in Southeast Asia and vaccine development for emerging pathogens like Nipah virus. His career includes roles as an Assistant Professor at Nagasaki University and a JSPS Research Fellow in London. He collaborates internationally, contributing to interdisciplinary teams like the CMMID COVID-19 Working Group. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Science , Lancet , and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences .

Trudy Morrisonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paramyxovirus
• Pneumovirus
• Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Trudy Morrison is a Professor in the Department of Microbiology at UMass Chan Medical School and a key figure in the T.H. Chan School of Medicine. Her research focuses on paramyxovirus and pneumovirus mechanisms, particularly membrane fusion and assembly processes for vaccine development. She has contributed extensively to understanding Newcastle disease virus and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) glycoprotein interactions, leading to innovative virus-like particle (VLP) vaccine candidates. Education: BA in Biology, Wellesley College PhD in Microbiology/Molecular Biology, Tufts University School of Medicine Postdoctoral training at Massachusetts Institute of Technology Morrison's work spans molecular virology, vaccine design, and immunological profiling. She has pioneered studies on the role of RSV F protein conformation in VLPs for neutralizing antibody induction and explored maternal immunization models. Recent projects include SARS-CoV-2 VLP vaccines and cross-species immune responses. Her laboratory is renowned for characterizing paramyxovirus assembly requirements and lipid raft dependencies. Awards include 2011 AAAS Fellowship, 2014 American Academy of Microbiology Fellowship, and multiple institutional teaching honors. Scientific Awards: 2011 AAAS Fellow 2014 American Academy of Microbiology Fellow 2020-2021 Lamar Soutter Award 2003 Sara Stone Excellence in Education 2006 Faculty Achievement Award

Dale Lawrenceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Astrodynamics
• Satellite Navigation Systems
• Autonomous Systems
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Dale Lawrence is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder, where he has served continuously since 1991. He directs research at the Research and Engineering Center for Unmanned Vehicles (RECUV), focusing on astrodynamics, satellite navigation systems, and autonomous aerial platforms for atmospheric science. His academic credentials include: PhD in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University (1985) MS in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University (1982) BS in Electrical Engineering from Colorado State University (1980) Professor Lawrence's research spans spacecraft attitude control , vibration isolation , and adaptive control systems , with pioneering work in haptic interfaces for scientific visualization and teleoperation. His recent work emphasizes unmanned aerial systems for Arctic atmospheric research, particularly turbulence measurement and boundary layer studies using custom UAV platforms like DataHawk. This work bridges aerospace engineering with climate science through field campaigns such as MOSAiC and LAPSE-RATE. His publication record reveals a clear trajectory toward Arctic atmospheric science and UAV-based sensing , with increasing focus on turbulence dynamics, sea-ice interactions, and autonomous system validation. The work consistently integrates hardware development (sensors, UAVs) with field deployment in extreme environments. Selected honors include: Best Commercial Potential Award at IEEE Symposium on Haptic Interfaces (2004) Best Paper Presentation at American Control Conference (1994) Teaching Excellence Awards from University of Cincinnati (1990, 1991) Distinguished Publication Award from Martin Marietta Astronautics (1988) Professor Lawrence has led major field campaigns including MOSAiC and LAPSE-RATE, securing funding from NSF and DOE for projects like ERASMUS and ShUREX. His RECUV team develops specialized UAV platforms (DataHawk, HELiX) for atmospheric research, with recent work focusing on machine self-confidence for autonomous decision-making in complex environments. While student advising details aren't specified, his projects involve extensive student participation in hardware development and field operations. He maintains active leadership in Arctic atmospheric research through the DataHawk UAV program and HELiX multispectral systems, with ongoing work on gossamer propeller technology for high-altitude applications and machine self-confidence frameworks for autonomous systems.