جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Renato Ghezziمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Economic History
• Mediterranean Trade
• Italian Economic History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Renato Ghezzi is an Associate Professor of Economic History at the University of Calabria's Department of Law, Economics and Sociology (DiGES). His research focuses on Mediterranean trade networks, the economic history of Livorno, and the agro-food industry. He has published extensively on topics including early modern maritime commerce, cheese production, and demographic crises. Prof. Ghezzi teaches courses in Economic History for undergraduate programs in Business Administration and Sociology. His work spans both books and articles, analyzing trade between Europe and the Mediterranean, the role of Italian ports, and historical economic systems. Recent research includes studies on post-war agricultural development and the impact of global conflicts on food systems. He is actively engaged in academic conferences, presenting on topics such as maritime networks, cheese manufacturing, and historical food industries. His research combines quantitative analysis with archival studies, often utilizing notarial records to trace trade patterns. Prof. Ghezzi oversees student advising and maintains an active role in departmental activities, including regular office hours and participation in academic initiatives like the StarUPP project. His work contributes to understanding the intersection of economic systems, cultural exchanges, and historical developments in the Mediterranean region.

Pedro Nardelliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cyber-physical Systems
• IoT in Energy Systems
• Smart Grids
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Pedro Nardelli is a Full Professor (tenured) of IoT in Energy Systems at the LUT School of Energy Systems, Lappeenranta University of Technology (Finland). He holds a double doctoral degree in electrical engineering from the University of Campinas (Brazil) and communications engineering from the University of Oulu (Finland). As a Docent in Information Processing and Communications Strategies for Energy Systems, he leads research in cyber-physical systems, smart grids, and 6G-enabled energy networks. Research Interests : His work focuses on integrating IoT, AI, and communication technologies into energy systems. Key areas include cyber-physical systems, UAV-enabled networks, sustainable energy management, and cybersecurity in critical infrastructure. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address challenges in the green-digital transition. Projects & Leadership : He is Principal Investigator for projects such as 'Energy-Conscious Operation: Network Efficiency for Wireless Sustainability' (2024–2026) and coordinates the Finnish-Brazilian AI and 5G training program. Past roles include leadership in the 'Hydrogen and Carbon Value Chains in Green Electrification' initiative (2021–2024). Publications : Recent work explores topics like hybrid optimal power flow models, UAV-IRS NOMA systems, and energy-centric analysis. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, emphasizing sustainability and resilience in energy networks. Labs & Teams : Leads the IoT Solutions group within LUT's MORE SIM research platform, focusing on simulation-driven innovation for energy systems.

Xiaonan Guoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cyber-physical Systems Security
• Mobile Device Security
• IoT and Wearable Technologies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xiaonan Guo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Sciences and Technology at George Mason University. His research focuses on security and privacy in cyber-physical systems, mobile device security, IoT, mobile healthcare, and machine learning applications in mobile computing. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. His work spans innovative applications of mmWave technology for authentication, health monitoring, and activity recognition, alongside contributions to privacy-preserving systems and mobile deep learning optimization. Recent research emphasizes contactless human concentration monitoring, secure mobile DNN execution, and universal adversarial attacks against mmWave-based systems. Xiaonan’s publications reflect a strong focus on mobile and IoT-driven healthcare solutions, wearable device security, and cross-technology localization. His articles often bridge theoretical advancements with real-world applications in smart healthcare systems and pervasive computing environments.

Moya Kneafseyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Food Systems
• Alternative Food Networks
• Community Food Initiatives
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Moya Kneafsey is a Professor and Research Centre Director at Coventry University’s Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience. Her research focuses on sustainable food systems, alternative food networks, and cultural tourism. She leads the ‘Community Self-Organization for Resilience’ theme, emphasizing socially just and environmentally sound practices. Her work is funded by UK and EU bodies, including the Economic and Social Research Council and the European Commission. Key projects include FOOdIVERSE (2021–2024) and evaluations of community food hubs and urban gardening initiatives. Research interests span participatory methods, short food chains, and rural development. She explores how cultural resources are commodified for tourism and how food systems can reconnect producers and consumers. Over 60 publications and 6 major projects highlight her contributions to food justice, agroecology, and sustainability. Her vision emphasizes collaborative, accessible research to foster resilient livelihoods without ecological harm. The Centre’s interdisciplinary work bridges academia and communities, addressing global challenges like food security and climate change.

Kathe Newmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Change
• Housing Policy
• Economic Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kathe Newman is a Professor in the Urban Planning and Policy Development Program at the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University. She serves as Director of the Ralph W. Voorhees Center for Civic Engagement and is a member of the Geography Graduate Program. Her research focuses on urban change dynamics, housing finance, economic development, and community engagement. Newman holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from The Graduate Center, City University of New York. Education: B.A., Manhattan College Ph.D., Political Science, The Graduate Center, City University of New York Research interests include financialization of urban space, governance structures, gentrification, foreclosure impacts, food security, and participatory planning. Her work bridges academic analysis with practical policy interventions, emphasizing equitable urban development. Recent publications address housing policy, corporate real estate ownership, and community-driven solutions to urban challenges. Publications span journals like Urban Studies , Environment and Planning A , and International Journal of Urban and Regional Research , with a focus on housing crises, urban governance, and marginalized communities. Newman is an associate editor at Environment and Planning A . Her advising and grants portfolio includes projects on civic engagement, affordable housing, and urban revitalization. Notable collaborations involve New Jersey municipalities and nonprofit organizations addressing homelessness and housing insecurity. Labs/Teams: Active in the Voorhees Center for Civic Engagement, fostering partnerships between Rutgers and local communities to advance urban equity initiatives.

Astri Dankertsenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Indigenous Studies
• Colonialism and Postcolonialism
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Astri Dankertsen is an Associate Professor in Sociology at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Nord University. She leads the MINS Research Group and specializes in Sámi and Indigenous studies, focusing on identity, urbanization, colonization, and gender. Her work addresses decolonization, Indigenous policymaking, and Nordic social dynamics. She has held a faculty position since 2010 and earned her PhD in Sociology from Nord University in 2014. Education : PhD in Sociology (2014), University of Nordland (now Nord University). Teaching : Courses on gender, ethnicity, Indigeneity, and gender equality. Research Projects : Leads the NFR-funded Indhome project on Indigenous homemaking and contributes to initiatives on gender balance and Nordic truth commissions. Research Interests : Sámi urbanization, colonialism, gender perspectives in Nordic contexts, and Indigenous methodologies. Her recent work explores Sámi resistance through haunting narratives and urban Indigenous identity formation. Collaborates with the Læra Institute for Circumpolar Education and serves on Nord University’s PhD committees. Grants & Projects : Norwegian Research Council grants for Indhome and urban Sámi studies. Engaged in truth and reconciliation processes in the Nordic region. Local Role : City council member in Bodø, advocating for Indigenous and cultural issues. Labs/Teams : MINS Research Group, Nord University’s Arctic Vulnerabilities specialization, and partnerships with international Indigenous networks. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges sociology, gender studies, and decolonial theory.

Kai Salomaaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theory of Computation
• Automata Theory
• Formal Languages
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kai Salomaa is a Professor and Graduate Chair in the School of Computing at Queen’s University, Canada. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Turku (1989). His research focuses on theoretical computer science, particularly automata theory, formal languages, and their applications. Key areas include descriptional complexity, cellular automata, and quantum computing innovations. Affiliations: Queen’s University, School of Computing. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Turku (1989). Research Interests: Prof. Salomaa explores foundational topics like automata state complexity, nondeterminism measures, and computational models. His work bridges classical theory with modern applications in quantum computing, vehicular networks, and algorithmic resource optimization. Notable contributions include studies on input-driven pushdown automata and the integration of quantum algorithms into practical systems. Publications: His recent work spans quantum-enhanced optimization (e.g., vehicle platooning), fair matching algorithms, and complexity analysis of automata. These studies emphasize innovative solutions for computational challenges in dynamic systems and distributed networks. Grants & Labs: Leads the Formal Languages and Automata Theory Research Group, actively organizing conferences like CIAA and DCFS. His work often addresses practical applications of theoretical computer science in areas like sensor networks and metaverse resource management.

• Food Safety
• Meat Technology
• Food Waste Management
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nataša Kilibarda serves as Professor at Singidunum University's Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management in Belgrade, Serbia. Her academic career spans over two decades with specialized expertise in food safety, meat technology, and sustainable food systems. She holds doctoral qualifications in Food Hygiene and Technology from the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Her research focuses on critical food industry challenges including food waste reduction, pandemic-era food safety protocols, sustainable meat production, and hospitality sector food handling practices. Kilibarda's work bridges academic research with practical industry applications, particularly in Serbian and Balkan contexts. Her recent publications demonstrate growing emphasis on sustainable food systems, biogas production from organic waste, and the intersection of tourism with traditional food quality. Her 15 most recent publications reveal consistent contributions to food safety literature with particular expertise in: Meat technology and quality control Microbiological safety of processed foods Food waste management strategies Pandemic impact on food systems Sustainable resource utilization Kilibarda maintains active collaboration with Serbian food industry stakeholders and contributes to national food safety standards development. Her work appears in prominent regional journals including Meat Technology, Journal of Food and Nutrition Research, and Tehnologija mesa.

• Environmental Science
• Sustainable Development
• Ecological Conservation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Vuk Gajić is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Applied Ecology, Singidunum University, where he has held academic roles since 2016. His career progression includes positions as a teaching associate (2016), assistant (2019), and current role (2023). He earned a Ph.D. in Environment and Sustainable Development from Singidunum University (2019–2022), following prior studies in environmental protection and risk management at the same institution. Research interests span environmental science, sustainable development, GIS applications, and radiation technology for waste and food treatment. He has contributed to interdisciplinary studies, including soil contamination analysis in Libya, microbial decontamination via ionizing radiation, and machine learning applications for software defect prediction and agricultural weed detection. His work bridges environmental engineering with technological innovation, emphasizing sustainability and ecological conservation. Publications reflect a focus on environmental monitoring, pollution assessment, and eco-technologies. Key themes include GIS-based environmental databases, forest fire prevention through sensor networks, and agricultural waste reuse. His research often integrates quantitative methods with geospatial tools, addressing both local and global environmental challenges. Teaching responsibilities include courses on geodiversity, sustainable development, and natural hazards. He actively participates in academic conferences, contributing to peer-reviewed journals and presenting at events like Sinteza and SETI. Current projects likely explore emerging technologies in environmental management and sustainable practices.

• Climate Change Policy
• Water Management
• Environmental Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wieke Pot is an Assistant Professor in Public Administration and Policy at Wageningen University & Research, focusing on climate change governance, environmental policy, and long-term decision-making. Her research integrates institutional analysis, policy learning, and stakeholder engagement to address challenges such as water management, climate adaptation, and sustainable urban development. She leads projects on forward-looking governance strategies for climate resilience, particularly in the Netherlands and urban deltas like Rotterdam. Her research interests include policy responses to creeping environmental crises, decision-making processes for infrastructure investments, and institutional frameworks for long-term sustainability. She has contributed to high-impact publications on subsidence management, drought policy, and circular cities, emphasizing actionable insights for policymakers. Key Awards: Best Presenter Award, Wageningen School of Social Sciences PhD Day (2017). Advising Students: Supervising PhD candidates in climate policy, water governance, and transformative urban planning. Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary networks, including projects on drought resilience in Brazil and Belgium, and Dutch Delta Programme impacts. Dr. Pot’s work bridges academic research and practical governance, with media engagements discussing water extremes, climate neutrality, and long-term policy challenges. She frequently presents at international conferences and collaborates with policymakers, NGOs, and local governments to translate research into actionable strategies.

Evelien de Oldeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainability Assessment
• Circular Agriculture
• Food Systems Governance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Evelien de Olde is an Assistant Professor at the Animal Production Systems group of Wageningen University & Research. Her research focuses on sustainability assessment of livestock farming systems, governance of food systems, and certification systems in agriculture. She holds a double PhD in Sustainable Development of Agriculture (Aarhus University and Wageningen University) and MSc degrees in Landscape Architecture and Animal Science. Her work emphasizes circular agriculture, policy coherence, and equity in food system transitions. Education: PhD: Sustainable Development of Agriculture (2017, Aarhus University, Denmark & Wageningen University, Netherlands) MSc: Landscape Architecture and Spatial Planning (Wageningen University) MSc: Animal Science (Wageningen University) Research Interests: Sustainability certification and governance in livestock systems Circular agriculture and bioeconomy transitions Equity and justice in food system transformations Policy analysis for biodiversity conservation Recent Work Trends: Her recent publications address sustainability standards, circular agriculture implementation barriers, and the role of young farmers in transitioning to sustainable practices. She collaborates on projects such as CAN-DO-IT and Connected Circularity, focusing on Dutch regional initiatives. Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD students including Mariana Debernardini (Circular Agriculture in North-Netherlands) and Jelle Silvius (Circular Agriculture Governance). Engaged in EU-funded projects like MAGIC and ANIMALFUTURE. Labs/Teams: Lead researcher in the Animal Production Systems group, contributing to interdisciplinary teams exploring sustainable livestock systems and policy frameworks.

Sylvia Berghمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Development Management and Governance
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Heatwave Governance
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Sylvia Bergh is an Associate Professor in Development Management and Governance at the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS), Erasmus University Rotterdam. She simultaneously holds a position as Senior Researcher at the Centre of Expertise on Global Governance at The Hague University of Applied Sciences since September 2020. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy applications, focusing on pressing societal issues requiring multi-stakeholder and multi-level governance approaches. Dr. Bergh's research interests center on the 'politics of development,' particularly examining citizen-state relations and how different authorities and ordinary citizens negotiate access to services, information, and social justice. Her work spans several interconnected domains: adaptation to heatwaves from a governance perspective, governance of Artificial Intelligence, humanitarian and social accountability, local governance and decentralization, natural resource management (particularly water and mining), and public sector reform. Her geographic focus centers on the Global South, with particular expertise in the Middle East and North Africa region, especially Morocco. Her recent publications reveal a strong thematic concentration on social accountability mechanisms in the Arab world following the 2011 uprisings, with significant attention to Morocco, Tunisia, and Lebanon. She has also expanded her research agenda to address climate change adaptation, particularly heatwave governance, and the emerging field of AI governance. Her scholarly approach combines political science, governance studies, and development perspectives, often employing interdisciplinary methods to address complex societal challenges. Dr. Bergh is actively engaged in teaching and supervision at BA, MA, and PhD levels in political science, governance, and public policy & management. She emphasizes the importance of listening to research needs of actors on the ground and disseminating results through extensive networks to influence policy at various governance levels. She explicitly states that improving people's lives through research is central to her work and welcomes PhD candidates and international research collaborations in her areas of expertise.

Moharram Challengerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cyber-physical Systems
• Multi-agent Systems
• Domain-specific Modeling Languages
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Moharram Challenger is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Antwerp's Faculty of Sciences. Previously, he served as an assistant professor at Ege University (2017-2018) and as a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Antwerp (2019-2020) working on Flanders Make projects PACo and DTDesign. His academic journey includes R&D leadership roles at UNIT IT Ltd. (2012-2016), post-doctoral research at Wageningen University (2016-2017), and tenure-track faculty positions at IAU-Shabestar University (2005-2009). His research spans Cyber-physical Systems , Multi-agent Systems , and Domain-specific Modeling Languages , with recent publications focusing on quantum machine learning, digital twinning, and IoT optimization. Key projects include ITEA ModelWriter, ITEA Assume, and Flanders Make initiatives. His work demonstrates strong integration of model-driven engineering with emerging technologies like quantum computing and reinforcement learning. Challenger actively contributes to the academic community as a member of IEEE and ACM . His publication record shows consistent output across top venues, with 2025 featuring significant work in quantum-enhanced learning and CPS security. Current research emphasizes practical applications in drone energy modeling, medical diagnostics, and industrial IoT systems. His advising activities focus on cyber-physical systems and agent-based modeling, supported by grants from TUBITAK and Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Key collaborations include European ITEA projects and partnerships with industrial entities through UNIT IT Ltd. Challenger maintains active development through GitHub repositories related to code refactoring, model-driven engineering, and legacy system modernization, reflecting his commitment to practical software engineering solutions.

Stephen Arrowsmithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Seismoacoustics
• Infrasound Propagation
• Earthquake Detection
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Arrowsmith is a Professor and Hamilton Chair in Earth Sciences at Southern Methodist University (SMU). His research focuses on seismoacoustics, infrasound propagation, and geophysical monitoring of natural and anthropogenic phenomena. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Leeds and has contributed significantly to nuclear test monitoring, atmospheric dynamics, and machine learning applications in geophysics. Key research areas include: Integration of seismic and acoustic data for event detection and discrimination Analysis of infrasound signals from earthquakes, explosions, and bolide impacts Development of automated detection algorithms using machine learning Urban seismology and distributed acoustic sensing Recent work emphasizes multi-modal data fusion, with studies on the Korean Peninsula, Tonga eruptions, and North Korean nuclear explosions. His contributions include advancing global infrasound networks and improving stratospheric atmospheric modeling through infrasound observations. He maintains an active research website at allthespheres.com .

Guillermo Trejoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Movements
• Transitional Justice
• Political Violence
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Guillermo Trejo is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame and Director of the Violence and Transitional Justice Lab (V-TJ Lab) at the Kellogg Institute for International Studies. His research focuses on political/criminal violence, social movements, human rights, and transitional justice in Mexico and Latin America. He co-authored Votes, Drugs, and Violence: The Political Logic of Criminal Wars in Mexico and authored Popular Movements in Autocracies . His work has been published in journals like the American Political Science Review and British Journal of Political Science. Key research agendas include transitional justice mechanisms’ impact on criminal violence reduction, indigenous resistance to narco rule, and ecosystems of local violence in Mexico. He advises human rights NGOs and victim collectives. Awards include the Gabriel Almond, Mancur Olson, and Charles Tilly Awards, among others. Trejo’s affiliations include the Kellogg Institute, Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies, and Klau Center for Civic and Human Rights. He combines qualitative and quantitative methods to address complex socio-political issues in Latin America.