جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Santiago Juan-Navarroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Studies
• Historical Fiction
• Cuban Cinema
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Santiago Juan-Navarro is a Professor of Hispanic Literature and Film at Florida International University (FIU), specializing in Film Studies, Historical Fiction, and the intersection of literature, film, and propaganda. He holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University (1995), a M.Phil. (1991), and a B.A. from the Universidad de Valencia (1987). His research focuses on postmodernism, Cuban cinema, and the representation of historical narratives in Latin American and Spanish cultural works. He has authored and co-edited numerous books, including Postmodernismo y metaficci ón historiográfica (2019) and Nuevas aproximaciones al cine hispánico (2011). His articles and book chapters explore topics like Cuban documentary film, the role of cinema in constructing national identity, and intermediality in contemporary works. Notable works include analyses of Nicolás Guillén Landrián’s documentaries and the mythologization of José Martí in Cuban cinema. Dr. Juan-Navarro has received prestigious awards such as the FIU Faculty Senate Excellence in Teaching Award (2012, 2003) and the Fullbright Senior Specialist Roster (2008). He has mentored over 20 doctoral students, including Esteban Alfonso, Déborah Gómez, and Frank Otero Luque. His current research project, The Spanish-Cuban-American-War Goes to the Movies , examines the cinematic portrayal of the 1898 war and its impact on national identities. He has secured grants from institutions like the FIU Provost Humanities Research Grant (2021-2022) and the Latin American Collection Library Grant. His work bridges academic rigor with cultural critique, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to literature and film in the Hispanic world.

Nicholas Lynchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Cultural Geography
• Built Environment
• Circular Economy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nicholas Lynch is a Professor of Geography at Memorial University of Newfoundland. As an urban cultural geographer, he investigates social and cultural dynamics of built environments, focusing on historic building reuse, circular economy applications, and sustainable community development. Research examines adaptive reuse of institutional buildings (churches, lighthouses), circular economy implementation in construction, and sharing economy models like libraries of things. His work combines spatial analysis with sustainability transitions in urban contexts. Current projects analyze material flows in urban reuse centers and community-oriented circularity in building sectors. Fieldwork includes studies across Canada examining heritage preservation, demolition practices, and sustainable resource management in cities.

Lane Harrisonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Information Visualization
• Visual Analytics
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lane Harrison is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), where he directs the Visualization and Information Equity lab (VIEW). His research leverages cognitive and perceptual principles to improve information visualization and visual analytics systems, with critical applications in cybersecurity and health-risk communication for high-stakes decision-making. His educational background includes a BS (2009) and PhD (2013) in Computer Science from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte. Prior to WPI, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher at Tufts University's Visual Analytics Lab. Harrison's research focuses on empirical evaluation of visualization techniques , investigating how cognitive principles can optimize user performance with visual representations. He develops design guidelines for effective visualizations in domains like cybersecurity and healthcare, while creating adaptive systems that integrate models of user abilities. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications to address real-world challenges in data interpretation. Analysis of his 2016-2021 publications reveals consistent emphasis on user-centered evaluation methodologies , including crowdsourcing and controlled experiments. Key trends include quantifying exploration behaviors in web visualizations, addressing cognitive biases in data reproduction, and developing healthcare-focused analytics for drug interactions and risk communication. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between visualization, cognitive science, and domain-specific applications. His scientific recognition includes: Best Paper Award at ACM CHI 2016 for adaptive interface research Harrison secures significant research funding including an NSF Grant (2022) for visualization studies and participates in an 11-school AI collaboration for intelligence professionals (2025). He teaches data visualization and web programming courses, mentoring students through the VIEW lab on projects applying visualization techniques to social issues and scientific domains. He directs the VIEW lab at WPI, which develops computational methods to understand how people engage with data visualizations while emphasizing equitable information access. Current projects integrate user modeling with visualization systems to optimize design for diverse cognitive abilities and application contexts.

Benjamin Stammمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Numerical Analysis
• Scientific Computing
• High-Performance Computing (HPC)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Benjamin Stamm is a Professor of Numerical Mathematics at the University of Stuttgart, leading the Chair of Numerical Mathematics for High Performance Computing within Faculty 08. He holds a Ph.D. and master's degree in mathematics from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) and has previously worked at RWTH Aachen University, Sorbonne Université UPMC Paris 6, UC Berkeley, and Brown University. His research focuses on numerical analysis, scientific computing, and simulations, particularly efficient discretizations for PDEs, eigenvalue problems, error certification, reduced basis methods, and HPC implementations. He develops scalable numerical methods for problems in computational chemistry and physics, emphasizing accuracy, efficiency, and interdisciplinary collaboration with chemists, physicists, and materials scientists. Prof. Stamm’s work includes contributions to domain decomposition methods, polarization energy calculations, and software development like the ddX library. His publications span topics such as model order reduction, quantum simulations, and molecular dynamics. Collaborations and software tools underscore his commitment to bridging computational methods with real-world scientific challenges.

Omar Haider Chowdhuryمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Security
• Network Security
• Software Security
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Omar Haider Chowdhury is a SUNY Empire Innovation Scholar and Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at the University of Iowa where he received the Dean's Scholar Award. He completed his postdoctoral research at Cylab, Carnegie Mellon University and Purdue University. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio under the supervision of Prof. Jianwei Niu and Prof. William H. Winsborough (deceased), and undergraduate education in Computer Science and Engineering at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Chowdhury's research focuses on Computer Security and Privacy, with particular emphasis on applying formal verification, automated reasoning, runtime verification, programming languages, software engineering, and human-computer interaction techniques to solve practical security problems. His work addresses security challenges in SSL/TLS, X.509 PKI, Cellular Networks, Wi-Fi, Internet-of-Things (IoT), and Regulatory Compliance. He is also interested in fundamental problems in automated reasoning and formal verification. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on applying formal methods to practical security problems, with particular emphasis on cellular networks (4G/5G), IoT systems, and cryptographic protocols. His research shows a consistent pattern of bridging theoretical verification techniques with real-world security implementations, resulting in enhancements to widely used protocols like 4G LTE, 5G, and WPA2 enterprise. His scientific contributions have been recognized with numerous awards including: 2023 Test of Time Award, ACM SACMAT 2022 Dean's Scholar Award, University of Iowa 2021 Best Paper Award (Runner Up), ACM CCS 2020 Best Paper Award, ACNS 2019 DARPA Young Faculty Award Multiple Best Paper Awards at IEEE DASC, ACSAC, and NDSS Chowdhury has successfully mentored several PhD students including Dr. Moosa Yahyazadeh (now at Apple Inc.), and currently advises students including Joyanta Debnath, Muhammad Daniyal Pirwani, and Aliakbar Sadeghi. His research has been funded by both National Science Foundation (NSF) and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), including a prestigious DARPA Young Faculty Award. His group's findings have directly influenced improvements in widely used security protocols and cryptographic libraries. He leads a research group focused on high-assurance software design and implementation, recently teaching courses on these topics at Stony Brook University. His research group combines expertise in formal methods, security analysis, and practical implementation to tackle emerging security challenges in modern computing systems.

John Slaterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Hispanic Literatures
• History of Science
• History of Medicine
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Slater is a Professor in the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Colorado State University, specializing in Early Modern Hispanic Literatures, History of Science, and History of Medicine. His research focuses on knowledge production in 17th-century Spain, particularly how literature disseminated ideas about health and healing. He examines print genres like sermons and drama as vehicles for scientific and medical discourse, highlighting conflicts between religious and medical practices. Slater joined CSU in 2020 after roles at UC Davis, University of Colorado, and Indiana University. He holds a PhD from Brandeis University and a BA from Earlham College. His research explores Jesuit and Franciscan healing practices, their impact on medical reforms, and intersections between literature and science. Awards include the 2023 Interdisciplinary Scholarship Award and 2025 Excellence in Teaching Award (CLA). Key publications analyze alchemy in sermons, venereal disease in Baroque Spain, and transatlantic medicinal plant trade. His edited works include studies on Cervantes and medical drama. Slater’s pedagogical contributions include annotated editions of works by Lope de Vega, Juana Inés de la Cruz, and María de Zayas. He has been honored for innovative mentorship models and career advising. His interdisciplinary approach bridges literary analysis with historical, scientific, and cultural studies, emphasizing early modern Spain’s intellectual networks and global exchanges.

Holly Duganمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Renaissance Literature
• Medieval and Early Modern Drama
• Sensory History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Holly Dugan is an Associate Professor of English at the George Washington University, affiliated with the Department of English within the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences. Her research focuses on Renaissance literature, medieval and early modern drama, with particular emphasis on sensory history, animal studies, gender/sexuality studies, and material culture. Her work explores intersections between the senses, embodiment, and cultural representation in premodern texts. Notable research areas include the role of smell in historical contexts, animal ethics in literature, and the materiality of early modern objects. Dugan’s publications analyze works by Shakespeare and other early modern authors through interdisciplinary lenses, emphasizing sensory experiences and marginalized voices. Recent scholarship addresses themes like race and animality in King Lear , the sensory dimensions of plague narratives, and transformative pedagogical approaches to special collections. Her contributions bridge literary analysis with historical and cultural studies, offering fresh insights into early modern social dynamics and sensory perception. Dugan’s academic activities are centered at GW’s Department of English, where she contributes to undergraduate and graduate programs. Her research has been disseminated through monographs, edited volumes, and peer-reviewed articles, reflecting her commitment to advancing interdisciplinary humanities scholarship.

Jonathan Hsyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Literature and Culture
• Disability Studies
• Critical Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Hsy is a Professor of English at George Washington University, affiliated with the Columbian College of Arts & Sciences. He holds additional roles as Director of Undergraduate Advising in the English Department, co-director of the GW Digital Humanities Institute, and affiliated faculty in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, as well as the Sigur Center for Asian Studies. Hsy’s research focuses on medieval literature, disability studies, critical theory, and global medievalisms. His work bridges historical and contemporary issues, exploring intersections of language, race, gender, and disability. Education: PhD (2007), MA (2002) from the University of Pennsylvania; MA (2001), BA (2000) from Stanford University, with a minor in Human Biology. Research Interests: Hsy’s expertise includes medieval literary and cultural studies, antiracist medievalisms, digital humanities, and Asian American cultural studies. His publications, such as Antiracist Medievalisms: From “Yellow Peril” to Black Lives Matter (2021), challenge traditional narratives by centering marginalized voices. He co-edits A Cultural History of Disability in the Middle Ages (2020) and leads collaborative projects like Global Chaucers. Publications & Grants: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles and books address topics from medieval disability to global Chaucerian studies. Recent grants include a $3.5M Mellon Higher Learning Grant for RaceB4Race and a Folger Shakespeare Library fellowship. His work has appeared in PMLA , Journal of Bioethical Inquiry , and postmedieval . Awards & Leadership: Recipient of the John Hurt Fisher Award (2015) and multiple fellowships. He chairs initiatives like the MLA’s Committee on Disability Issues and co-founded Medievalists of Color. His teaching emphasizes disability justice and digital pedagogy. Labs & Collaborations: Directs the GW Digital Humanities Institute, fostering projects like the Digital Medieval Disability Glossary. Leads crowdsourced efforts such as the Race and Medieval Studies bibliography, promoting equity in academic networks.

Eren Erman Ozguvenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Emergency Evacuation Operations
• Traffic Safety
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Eren Erman Ozguven is an Associate Professor and Director of the Resilient Infrastructure and Disaster Response (RIDER) Center at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. His research focuses on emergency evacuation modeling, traffic safety, and disaster resilience. He holds a Ph.D. from Rutgers University (2012) and M.S./B.S. degrees from Bogazici University (2006/2002). University: Florida A&M University-Florida State University School: FAMU-FSU College of Engineering Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering Research interests include GIS-based analysis of transportation networks, hurricane evacuation planning, and smart city infrastructure. Ozguven leads projects funded by NSF and FDOT, addressing vulnerable populations' needs during disasters. His work integrates AI, remote sensing, and simulation tools for resilience. Key articles focus on disaster risk reduction, evacuation modeling, and roadway safety using advanced data analytics. Notable grants include NSF projects on rural resiliency hubs and hurricane-pandemic shelter planning. Ozguven advises 10+ students and collaborates with RIDER Center to develop tech-driven solutions for community resilience. Labs/Teams: RIDER Center, ASAP Center (Aging Population Safety).

• Software and network security
• Operating system design and implementation
• Open-source software development

W. Michael Petullo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Comp Sci & Comp Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and prior academic degrees from DePaul University and Drake University. Before academia, he served a 20-year career in the Army, including roles teaching in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and leading cyber operations software development. His research focuses on software and network security, operating systems, and open-source software development. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Illinois at Chicago M.S. in Computer Science, DePaul University B.S. in Computer Science, Drake University Research Interests: His work emphasizes secure operating system design, network security protocols, and open-source tool development. Recent efforts include the Aquinas Learning System for courseware automation and PivotWall for SDN-based information flow control. He also explores user behavior in cybersecurity contexts and educational applications of cyber defense exercises. Teaching: Currently instructs CS120 (Software Design I), CS410/510 (Open Source Development), and CS455/555 (Fundamentals of Information Security). Past courses include operating systems concepts and secure software development. Labs & Projects: Maintains the Aquinas Learning System project and contributes to Ethos operating system research. Active in developing minimal-latency networking solutions and secure kernel interfaces.

John J. Chinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• International Relations
• Comparative Politics
• Technologies of Rebellion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John J. Chin is an Assistant Professor at the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Strategy & Technology (CMIST) , affiliated with Carnegie Mellon University. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Notre Dame, an M.P.P. from the University of Michigan, and a Ph.D. in Politics from Princeton University. Prior to his current role, he served as a research coordinator and postdoctoral fellow at CMU’s Institute for Politics and Strategy. Research Interests : International relations, comparative politics, technologies of rebellion, authoritarian politics, comparative democratization, and forecasting political instability. Teaching : Regularly teaches courses on International Relations, Diplomacy and Statecraft, Nonviolent Conflict and Revolution, and The Future of Democracy. Intermittently teaches International Human Rights, Civil-Military Relations, and Collaborative Research in Political Science. Scientific Awards : Best Historical Materials (American Library Association, 2022-2023) for Historical Dictionary of Modern Coups D’état (2022). Publications : His work focuses on coup dynamics, authoritarian power centralization, nonviolent revolution, and U.S. Africa policy trends.

H.F. Machiel Van der Loosمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Rehabilitation Robotics
• Roboethics
• Design Methodology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

H.F. Machiel Van der Loos is an Associate Professor and Associate Head – External at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of British Columbia. He holds a PhD from Stanford University (1992) in human-robot interaction and a Diplôme d'Ingénieur from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL). As Director of the CARIS Lab, his research focuses on rehabilitation robotics, roboethics, design methodology, and human-robot interaction in industrial contexts. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and 100 conference papers, and serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Assistive Technology . His teaching includes core design courses such as the Capstone Design Project and cross-disciplinary 'Designing for People' courses spanning Computer Science, Applied Science, and Library Science. Van der Loos organized major conferences including IEEE ICORR 2013 and ICED17 at UBC. His work includes developing assistive technologies like power-assisted wheelchairs, AR interfaces for human-robot collaboration, and rehabilitation robots. The CARIS Lab emphasizes ethical considerations in corporeal robotics and user-centered design principles. Current research projects involve multimodal robot programming through AR, gesture-based interaction, and adaptive wheelchair control systems. His lab has collaborated with industry partners like JDQ Systems Inc. and Tableau to advance practical robotics solutions.

• Education Technology
• Digital Inequality
• Data Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Roderic Nicholaus Crooks is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), within the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences. His research focuses on the intersection of technology, race, and education, particularly examining how edtech systems reproduce racial and economic inequities in urban schools. He holds a Ph.D. in Education from UCLA (2016) and has held postdoctoral and teaching roles at UCI, UCLA, and other institutions. His work critiques data-driven educational practices and advocates for community-centered technology use. Education: Ph.D. in Education, UCLA (2016), Dissertation: “The Coded Schoolhouse: One-to-One Tablet Computer Programs and Urban Education” M.A. in Library and Information Science, UCLA (2011) M.F.A. in Creative Writing, University of Iowa (2005) Research Interests: Edtech and Racial Inequality Data Surveillance in Education Community Technology Practices Critical Infrastructure Studies Queer Digital Geographies Recent Articles: Crooks’ work spans peer-reviewed journals, including Surveillance & Society , Science, Technology, & Human Values , and Computer Science Education . His 2024 book Access Is Capture argues that edtech exacerbates racialized capital extraction. Awards: 2019 Bren School Research Award UC President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship (2016–2018) Multiple teaching and community service awards Grants: Co-PI on an NSF grant ( Labs/Teams: Leads research on grassroots data activism and community technology control, emphasizing participatory design and epistemic justice.

Christopher Spicerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Chemical Biology
• Biomaterials Science
• Tissue Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Christopher Spicer is a Lecturer in Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, University of York. His research focuses on developing synthetic biomolecules and materials to modulate biological systems, with particular emphasis on tissue regeneration and biomaterial design. The Spicer Lab employs interdisciplinary approaches combining chemical biology, materials chemistry, and bioengineering to create platforms that mimic natural regenerative processes. Key research areas include bioconjugation chemistry, dynamic material systems, and the design of 3D scaffolds for controlled cellular behavior. The lab's work bridges chemistry, biology, and materials science to address challenges in regenerative medicine. Current PhD opportunities are available in these fields. Dr Spicer's research emphasizes modular biomaterial platforms, enzymatically triggered delivery systems, and the development of novel bioactive materials. His work is supported by cutting-edge techniques such as solid-phase peptide synthesis, metadynamics simulations, and advanced microscopy. Contact: chris.spicer@york.ac.uk / Spicer Lab Website

Gary Marchioniniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Information Interaction
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Libraries
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gary Marchionini is the Cary C. Boshamer Distinguished Professor and Dean of the School of Information and Library Science (SILS) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He previously served as a professor at the University of Maryland's College of Library and Information Services and as a member of the Human-Computer Interaction Laboratory. His expertise spans information interaction, human-computer interaction, digital libraries, and information policy. Marchionini holds a PhD in mathematics education from Wayne State University, emphasizing educational computing. His research focuses on interfaces for information seeking, digital video retrieval, and the impact of data science. Notable projects include the Information in Life Video Series (2007), one of the first academic YouTube channels, and leadership in the Open Video Project . He has secured grants from NSF, NASA, Microsoft, and Google, among others. Marchionini's awards include the ASIS&T Award of Merit (2011) and the LITA Kilgour Award (2000). He has served as editor-in-chief of ACM Transactions on Information Systems (2002–2008) and as president of ASIS&T (2010). Current interests include the societal impact of information, personal health records usability, and digital curation strategies. His leadership roles include serving on the iSchools Board of Directors and directing the Center for Information Impact. He has advised numerous grants, including Mellon Foundation-funded initiatives and EPA research library operations. Marchionini's work bridges academic research with real-world applications, emphasizing human-centered design and interdisciplinary collaboration.