جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Embedded Systems
• Computer Engineering
• Electronics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Akash Kumar is a Professor at the Chair of Embedded Systems at Ruhr University Bochum, Germany. He previously held professorships at TU Dresden (2015–2024) and the National University of Singapore (NUS; 2011–2015). His research focuses on design automation of embedded systems, reliability optimization, and approximate computing, with a strong emphasis on FPGA and emerging technologies. He leads projects such as Lean-MICS (DFG-funded) and SecuREFET-II, addressing cross-layer reliability and secure circuits. Education: PhD in Multimedia Multiprocessor Systems from Eindhoven University of Technology (TUe) and NUS (2005–2009), Master of Technological Design (Embedded Systems) from NUS (2003–2004), and B.Eng (Computer Engineering) from NUS (1999–2002, First Class Honours). Research interests span embedded systems, reconfigurable architectures, and hardware-software co-design. His work includes optimizing energy efficiency, fault tolerance, and cross-layer approximation techniques. Recent publications highlight advancements in FPGA-based accelerators, machine learning optimizations, and mixed-criticality systems. Active in grants and leadership, Kumar is Principal Investigator on multiple DFG and industry-funded projects, emphasizing collaborative research in distributed computing and approximate architectures. His contributions bridge theory and practice, with applications in edge AI, IoT, and cybersecurity.

Kevin Garyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Software Architecture and Design
• Open Source Software
• Agile Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin Gary is an Associate Professor in the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence (SCAI) within the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU). He joined ASU in 2004 after prior industry experience and faculty work at the Catholic University of America. His research focuses on software agility, open source software, and applications in healthcare and e-learning. He has contributed to mHealth platforms addressing pediatric chronic conditions and adaptive e-learning systems. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science from Arizona State University (1999). Research Interests: Software Architecture, Agile Methods, Open Source Software, Healthcare Informatics, and Educational Technology. His recent work explores agile impact on regression testing and lean metrics in open source software. He has developed mobile health apps for asthma, epilepsy, and anxiety, leveraging agile principles and AI. Teaching & Innovation: Created the Software Enterprise program, an industry-aligned pedagogy integrated into ASU’s software engineering curriculum. This initiative earned the President’s Award for Innovation in 2011. He has taught courses in software engineering, web applications, and secure software systems. Grants & Projects: Led projects funded by NSF, industry partners (e.g., UNICON, GEORGETOWN UNIV MED CTR), and foundations (Children’s National Medical). Notable projects include the Image-Guided Surgical Toolkit and the ATIC-funded Software Enterprise pedagogy model. Service: Reviewed for journals/conferences, served as Associate Chair of computing programs, and contributed to professional organizations (IEEE, ACM, ASEE).

Eugenia Leanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern Chinese History
• History of Science and Technology
• Gender Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Eugenia Lean is Professor of Chinese History at Columbia University's Department of East Asian Languages & Cultures and serves as Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and Director of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute. Her distinguished academic career at Columbia began in 2002 after teaching at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Education: BA from Stanford University (1990) MA from University of California, Los Angeles (1996) PhD from University of California, Los Angeles (2001) Professor Lean specializes in modern Chinese history with particular expertise in the history of science and technology, gender studies, and the history of affect. Her research explores the intersections of industrial development, consumer culture, mass media, and emotional politics in late imperial and modern China, with a focus on Republican-era China. She approaches Chinese history through critical theory frameworks and contributes significantly to historiographical debates in East Asian studies. Her publications reveal a strong focus on vernacular industrialism, intellectual property regimes, and the cultural dimensions of scientific and technological development in China. The works demonstrate a consistent interest in how local Chinese actors engaged with global scientific and industrial knowledge while developing distinctive approaches to manufacturing, branding, and knowledge production. Her scholarship bridges traditional historical methods with insights from gender studies, science and technology studies, and cultural history. Scientific Awards: John K. Fairbank prize for the best book in modern East Asian history (2007) Faculty Mentoring Award for faculty in Columbia's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (2013-2014) Institute for Advanced Studies fellowship (2017-2018) National Endowment of the Humanities fellowship (2017-2018) Featured in "Top Young Historians," History News Network (fall 2008) Professor Lean has supervised numerous graduate students at Columbia and received recognition for her exceptional mentorship. Her research has been supported by prestigious fellowships including those from the Institute for Advanced Studies and the National Endowment for the Humanities. As Director of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute, she leads one of the premier centers for East Asian studies in the United States, fostering interdisciplinary research and academic exchange.

Debashree Deمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
• Green Supply Chain Management
• Operations Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Debashree De is a Lecturer in Supply Chain Management at the Essex Business School, University of Essex, specializing in the Strategy, Operations and Entrepreneurship department. Based at Southend Campus, she focuses on sustainability-driven solutions for manufacturing and food supply chains, with active research in digital transformation and resilience. Her research centers on green supply chain management, low-carbon strategies, and circular economy adoption in SMEs. Key projects examine digital technologies in fresh food supply chains during pandemics, food-bank resilience amid cost-of-living crises, and sustainable farming practices in India and Togo. She actively collaborates with SMEs and farming communities to develop practical sustainability frameworks. Recent publications (2020-2025) reveal strong thematic focus on SME sustainability performance, circular economy implementation, and food supply chain resilience. Her work consistently integrates lean management principles with sustainability innovation, emphasizing empirical validation through European and Indian case studies. Digital transformation emerges as a critical enabler for supply chain resilience across multiple sectors. Scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy She supervises PhD candidates Oluwole Olabode (Business Administration) and Puttiporn Legkhow (Management Studies). Current funded projects address food supply chain resilience during pandemics, regenerative agriculture in Togo's cotton farming, and sustainable plastic reduction in Colchester. Her grant portfolio includes British Academy, University of Essex, and ESRC IAA funding.

• Thermal Propulsion Systems
• Air Quality
• Emission Reduction Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Felix Leach is an Associate Professor of Engineering Science and Shell-Pocock Fellow at Keble College, University of Oxford. He holds a DPhil from Oxford (Oxon), is a Chartered Engineer (MIMechE), and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His research focuses on thermal propulsion systems and air quality, with projects like Ammospray (green-ammonia propulsion) and OxAria (air pollution monitoring in Oxford). He collaborates with Jaguar Land Rover, Siemens, and local governments on emissions reduction and policy. Education: DPhil (Oxford), MEng. Awards include the 2021 ASME ICED Most Valuable Technical Paper Award and multiple SAE recognitions. He co-authored the prize-winning book *Racing Toward Zero: The Untold Story of Driving Green*. Research interests span engine efficiency, alternative fuels (hydrogen, ammonia), and public health impacts of emissions. He leads interdisciplinary projects combining experimental and computational methods, such as machine learning for flow field analysis and sensor networks for urban pollution monitoring. Grants include EPSRC, NIHR, and NERC funding. He advises on policy for Oxford City Council and serves as associate editor for the ASME Journal of Engineering for Gas Turbines and Power. His work bridges academic research, industry collaboration, and public engagement to address climate and air quality challenges.

Daniel Chicksandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Operations Strategy
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Daniel Chicksand is a faculty member in the Department of Management at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham , where he holds the rank of Professor of Operations and Supply Management . He also serves as the Director of the Distance Learning MBA programme. Daniel has held academic positions at Warwick Business School and Aston Business School prior to joining Birmingham in 2016 as a Reader, being promoted to full Professor in 2021. Education: PhD in Commerce, University of Birmingham (2009) MBA in Business Strategy & Procurement, University of Birmingham (2003) MSc in Industrial Logistics, University of Central England (1996) BSc in Industrial Information Technology (2:1 hons), University of Central England (1995) Postgraduate Certificate in Academic and Professional Practice, University of Warwick (2011–2013) Daniel’s research is centered on Operations and Supply Chain Management , with a strong theoretical foundation in Resource Dependency Theory (RDT) . His work explores power dynamics , value appropriation , and relationship management in buyer-supplier interactions across sectors such as food, construction, and sustainable supply chains. He has a growing interest in servitization and its impact on value creation. His methodological approach is primarily qualitative, using case-based research. The recent publications reflect a consistent focus on power and negotiation in procurement , resilience and disruption in supply chains (including simulation modeling), and sustainability reporting . His research spans both private and public sectors and often involves international collaboration with institutions in the UK, Europe, and the US. Scientific Engagement and Awards: Visiting Lecturer at Audencia Nantes School of Management (France) Visiting Lecturer at Ecole des Ponts ParisTech and Solvay Business School (France/Belgium) Educator for Duke Corporate Education Collaborator with leading researchers from Aston, Cardiff, Cranfield, Loughborough, Linkoping, and Fox Business School Daniel supervises multiple doctoral students and is involved in pilot research projects funded by the British Academy and the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Supply. He also leads two consultancy firms— DDC Solutions Ltd and Opsworks Ltd —delivering bespoke training and education programmes to corporate clients like UBS, KPMG, and Adams Foods. His prior experience as a business owner in African arts and crafts importation provides practical insights into supply chain and operations management, enriching his teaching and research. Laboratories and Research Teams: Member of the Aston Centre for Seritization Research and Practice (2015–present) Collaborative research network across UK, European, and US universities Lead on projects involving discrete-event simulation and gamification in SCM

Funlade Sunmolaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Applied Artificial Intelligence
• Sustainable and Smart Industries
• Manufacturing Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Funlade Sunmola is a Principal Lecturer in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire , affiliated with the School of Engineering and Computer Science and the Department of Engineering and Technology. He holds a PhD in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Robotics) from the University of Birmingham and has nearly 40 years of professional experience across civil engineering, manufacturing, healthcare, and academia. Education: BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University MSc in Industrial Engineering, University of Ibadan MA in Accounting and Finance, Birmingham City University MPhil in Manufacturing Engineering, University of Birmingham PhD in Computer Science, University of Birmingham Research Interests: Focuses on Applied Artificial Intelligence , Sustainable and Smart Industries , and Industry 4.0 . Key areas include supply chain visibility, blockchain integration, machine learning applications in manufacturing, and virtual engineering. Leads the Duncan Calder Virtual Engineering Lab and oversees MSc Online Engineering Programmes. Grants & Projects: PI of LINK: Digital Direct Connection for Salvage Construction Materials (Circular Economy) PI of N-BICC: Cassava Innovation Deployment Co-I in Solar Cool System (So-Cool) for Smallholder Farmers Labs/Teams: Heads the Duncan Calder Virtual Engineering Lab , focusing on immersive technologies and virtual product design.

• Quality Management
• Organizational Culture
• Agility
• +۶ مورد دیگر

André M. Carvalho is an Assistant Professor of Quality Engineering and Management at the NOVA School of Science and Technology, NOVA University Lisbon, Portugal. He holds a PhD (2020) in Engineering Design and Advanced Manufacturing from the University of Minho/MIT Portugal Program. His career includes postdoctoral research at the Technical University of Denmark (2020) and visiting roles at MIT (2018–2020) and Northeastern University (2019). His research focuses on sociotechnical systems, quality management, organizational culture, agility, and sustainability. He explores how organizations adapt to global challenges through methodologies like Lean Six Sigma and Industry 4.0 frameworks. Education: PhD in Engineering Design and Advanced Manufacturing (2020) – University of Minho/MIT Portugal Program Research Interests: Carvalho’s work bridges quality management with organizational agility, emphasizing digital transformation, Industry 4.0/5.0, and sustainable practices. He investigates frameworks for operational excellence, such as the Quality 4.0 Roadmap and the QOE-SME model for small/medium enterprises. His studies address challenges like supply chain quality, data-driven decision-making, and organizational culture’s role in innovation. Article Trends: His recent publications (2022–2025) highlight themes like Lean Six Sigma applications in healthcare, AI-driven quality forecasting, and Industry 4.0 integration. He also explores ESG factors in performance optimization and the evolving profile of quality leaders in the digital era. Awards and Recognition: Acknowledged by the Industrial Engineering and Operations Management (IEOM) Society, International Academy for Quality (IAQ), and American Society for Quality (ASQ) for research contributions. Grants and Advising: While specific grants are not detailed, his postdoctoral and visiting roles suggest institutional support. Advising focuses on doctoral/master’s students (not listed explicitly in the text).

• Judicial Behavior
• Political Ideology in Law
• Occupational Licensing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kyle Rozema is a Professor of Law at Northwestern University's Pritzker School of Law in Chicago, Illinois. His scholarly work spans multiple areas of legal scholarship with a particular focus on judicial behavior, political ideology in the legal profession, occupational licensing, and diversity in legal education. Rozema's research interests include: Political ideology in the legal academy and judiciary Affirmative action and diversity in law schools Occupational licensing requirements in the legal profession Police misconduct and accountability systems Supreme Court dynamics and reform proposals Tax law and incidence His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with empirical legal studies, often employing quantitative methods to examine questions of legal theory and practice. Rozema frequently collaborates with scholars from other institutions including the University of Chicago, Harvard, and Yale, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his work. His research shows clear trends toward examining institutional structures within the legal system and their real-world impacts, with increasing focus on diversity issues and professional regulation in recent years. Professor Rozema has received significant attention for his research, with his papers accumulating over 22,575 downloads and 79 total citations according to SSRN metrics. His work appears in prominent law reviews and interdisciplinary journals. Rozema has made notable contributions to understanding: The ideological composition of the legal academy How law clerk hiring reflects and influences judicial ideology The effectiveness of occupational licensing requirements Patterns of police misconduct and disciplinary responses Historical trends in gender representation in legal education

Karim Ahmedمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Project Management
• Sustainability
• Supply Chain Management
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Karim Ahmed is a Principal Lecturer at the Nottingham Trent University within the Nottingham Business School , affiliated with the Department of Strategy, Analytics and Operations . His expertise includes Project Management , Sustainability , and Supply Chain Management , with a focus on practical applications in VUCA conditions and sustainable operations. Dr. Ahmed is a certified Prince2 and Agile PM Practitioner with over a decade of experience in teaching and industry. He leads the MSc Project Management program, emphasizing stakeholder alignment, efficient execution, and innovation in managing complex projects. His research explores the intersection of sustainability, supply chain resilience, and strategic decision-making, particularly in multinational contexts. Recent publications highlight his work on fuzzy logic in sustainability assessment, gamification in education, and multi-criteria decision models for supply chain optimization. Collaborations span institutions like Loughborough and Sheffield, with fieldwork in Egypt, Iraq, and the UK.

Upali Nandaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Human Health and Wellbeing
• Sensory Design
• Power of Place
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Upali Nanda is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Public Health at the University of Michigan and an Associate Professor of Practice at the Taubman School of Architecture and Urban Planning. She holds a PhD in Architecture from Texas A&M University (2005), an MA in Architecture from the National University of Singapore (2001), and a BArch from the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi (1999). Currently serving as Director of Research at HKS Inc., a global architectural firm, Dr. Nanda's academic and professional work bridges architecture, healthcare design, and human wellbeing. PhD in Architecture, Texas A&M University (2005) MA in Architecture, National University of Singapore (2001) BArch, School of Planning and Architecture, India (1999) Dr. Nanda's research focuses on the intersection of architecture and health. Her core interests—Human Health and Wellbeing, Sensory Design, and Power of Place—explore how built environments impact mental and physical health. She has pioneered evidence-based approaches to healthcare design, including the concept of 'Sensthetics,' which examines crossmodal sensory experiences in architectural contexts. Her recent publications highlight interdisciplinary applications of design thinking across healthcare, education, and urban environments. Key trends include leveraging sensory design for mental health, optimizing healthcare facilities through data-driven models, and addressing aging populations through adaptive urban planning. These works emphasize the role of architecture in shaping healthier outcomes across diverse populations. Dr. Nanda has received notable recognition for her contributions, including: Top 10 Most Influential People in Healthcare Design (Healthcare Design Magazine, 2015) Women in Architecture Innovator Award (Architectural Record, 2018) In addition to her academic roles, Dr. Nanda contributes to practice-based research at HKS Inc., where she develops tools like the Design Diagnostic and Post-Occupancy Evaluation Toolkit. Her work integrates neuroscience principles (e.g., neuroesthetics) with architectural practice, influencing global standards for patient-centered environments.

Bopaya Bidandaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Manufacturing Systems
• Group Technology
• Reverse Engineering
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Bopaya Bidanda serves as the Ernest E. Roth Professor and Chairman of the Department of Industrial Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, where he has led since joining the faculty in 1987 after completing his PhD at Penn State. His institutional impact includes founding the Manufacturing Assistance Center, Automated Data Collection Laboratory, and Swanson Center for New Product Innovation. His research expertise spans manufacturing systems with concentrated focus on Group Technology, Reverse Engineering, Cellular Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, and Human Issues in Manufacturing. This work bridges advanced computational methods with industrial applications to solve real-world production challenges. Publication trends from 2000-2002 reveal strong emphasis on human capital integration in cellular systems, reverse engineering applications in biomedical contexts, and virtual laboratory development for manufacturing education. Key thematic threads connect workforce skills assessment with lean transformation and advanced computing techniques for production optimization. Scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the Institute of Industrial Engineers His grant portfolio demonstrates exceptional funding diversity, securing support from NSF, Department of Commerce, W.M. Keck Foundation, and industry partners like FedEx Ground for initiatives in manufacturing modernization and workforce development. He actively mentors doctoral candidates through flexible international programs and industry-university collaborations. Leadership extends to operational hubs including the Manufacturing Assistance Center which provides direct technical support to regional manufacturers, and the Swanson Center driving product innovation through interdisciplinary industry partnerships.

Ericka L. Kalpمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Infectious Disease Epidemiology
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Healthcare-associated Infections
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ericka L. Kalp, PhD, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at Drexel University’s Dornsife School of Public Health. She also serves as Co-Director of Dornsife’s Infection Prevention and Control Academic Programs and Director of Infection Prevention and Control at ECRI. Her career spans over 20 years in epidemiology and infection prevention across acute care, long-term care, and ambulatory settings. Affiliations: Drexel University, ECRI, Pennsylvania Department of Health Roles: Academic Program Co-Director, Clinical Director, Adjunct Faculty Education: PhD in Epidemiology, Walden University MPH in Epidemiology, Drexel University BS in Biobehavioral Health, Pennsylvania State University Research Interests: Focuses on infectious disease epidemiology, healthcare-associated infections, outbreak investigations, and infection prevention strategies. Specializes in applying epidemiological methods to improve patient safety and reduce healthcare-acquired pathogens. Publications: Over 15 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, with recent work addressing antibiotic resistance patterns, infection prevention certification trends, and pandemic response strategies (e.g., APIC Text on COVID-19). Awards: Fellow of APIC, CIC certification since 2007, Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (2021) Advising & Grants: Active in professional committees (APIC Research Committee) and board roles. Leads initiatives in competency modeling for infection preventionists. No formal student advisees listed in current records. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with ECRI’s Infection Prevention teams and Dornsife’s public health programs to advance practical solutions for healthcare safety challenges.

Sourav Senguptaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Supply Chain Planning
• Industry 4.0 Technologies
• Lean Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sourav Sengupta is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in Operations Management at Queen Mary University of London's Department of Business Analytics and Applied Economics, part of the School of Business and Management. He is a member of the Centre for Globalisation Research (CGR). Prior to this role, he was a postdoctoral fellow at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. His academic credentials include a dual Ph.D. in Operations Management from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay and Monash University, an M.Tech. in Industrial Engineering & Management, and a B.Tech. in Information Technology. His research focuses on the intersection of supply chain planning, Industry 4.0 technologies, and lean principles, with special attention to digital supply chain twins and sustainability. He teaches courses such as BUS366 (Business Simulations) and BUS367 (Global Supply Chain Analytics). His work has been published in journals like the International Journal of Operations & Production Management, Computers in Industry, and International Journal of Production Research. Dr. Sengupta seeks doctoral candidates interested in adaptable/sustainable supply chain planning, service triads, lean-digital paradoxes, healthcare operations, and digital supply chain twins. He actively contributes to academic discourse through empirical and qualitative research methodologies.

Frédéric Tran Minhمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Proof Assistants
• Theorem Proving
• Undergraduate Mathematics Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Frédéric Tran Minh is a Lecturer at Esisar – Grenoble INP-UGA and a PhD student affiliated with the CTSYS team at LCIS laboratory. His career spans academic teaching, software development, and research in formal verification for education. PhD in progress on proof assistants for teaching mathematics Former software engineer in computer-assisted surgery (8 years) Member of the APPAM ANR project Develops the Yalep proof assistant environment Research focus: Integration of Lean theorem prover and mechanized proofs into undergraduate mathematics pedagogy, emphasizing interactive learning and web-based accessibility. Teaching areas: Algebra, Analysis, C Programming, and automata theory, with innovative use of proof assistants in curricula.