جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Ong Yong Szeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cancer Nanomedicine
• Natural Product-Based Therapeutics
• Environmental Toxicology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ong Yong Sze is a Lecturer at Monash University Malaysia’s School of Pharmacy, specializing in precision oncology and nanomedicine. She holds a PhD in Pharmacology (2019) and a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (2013), both from Universiti Putra Malaysia. Her research focuses on cancer nanomedicine, natural product-based therapeutics, and environmental health risk assessment, with a commitment to developing low-toxicity therapies and addressing environmental pollutants’ health impacts. She has received prestigious awards, including the PeerJ Award for Best Poster (2021) and Oral Presentation Award (2025). Education: PhD in Pharmacology, Universiti Putra Malaysia (2019) Bachelor of Biomedical Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia (2013) Research Interests: Her work bridges nanotechnology, natural pharmacology, and toxicity studies. Key areas include engineering targeted nanoparticle drug delivery systems, exploring plant-derived anticancer compounds, and evaluating environmental pollutants like microplastics. Her interdisciplinary approach aims to enhance therapy precision while ensuring patient safety. Grants & Projects: She leads and collaborates on projects such as Development of a 3D Metastatic Breast Cancer-on-Chip Model (2023–2025) and Engkabang as High-Quality Cosmeceuticals (2023–2026), focusing on drug delivery, gut health, and functional foods. Lab & Teams: Her lab integrates nanomedicine and environmental toxicology, with collaborations spanning Malaysia, Portugal, and Taiwan. She actively organizes workshops on cell culture and drug discovery, furthering academic engagement.

Maia Jacobsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Health Technology Design
• Behavioral Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maia Jacobs is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University. Her research focuses on human-centered computing to design health technologies that adapt to longitudinal health needs. She holds a Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from Georgia Institute of Technology and a B.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her work emphasizes user-centered design principles to create equitable and adaptive health interventions. Key research areas include wearable health tools, voice assistants for mental health, telehealth cancer care, and AI integration in healthcare workflows. She collaborates with low-income communities and informal caregivers to ensure technologies address real-world healthcare challenges. Recent publications explore AI-physician collaboration in oncology, burnout support for frontline workers, and ethical design of voice-assisted mental health services. Her projects often involve co-design with marginalized groups to promote health equity. Jacobs’ interdisciplinary approach bridges computer science, behavioral science, and clinical practice to advance personalized healthcare solutions.

Natalie Byrdمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biogeochemistry
• Nuclear Waste Management
• Geochemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Natalie Byrd is a Researcher in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, focusing on biogeochemical processes in low-level nuclear waste disposal. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to environmental protection. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from The University of Manchester (2013–2017). Her research expertise spans biogeochemistry, nuclear waste management, geochemistry, and geomicrobiology, with a focus on microbial interactions in contaminated environments and cementitious systems. Key areas include anaerobic biodegradation of organic compounds, metal fate in alkaline conditions, and radionuclide behavior in subsurface environments. Her articles explore topics like microbial impacts on colloid-radionuclide interactions, citric acid degradation in waste environments, and cement integrity under biogeochemical processes. These studies highlight advancements in understanding waste disposal dynamics and environmental remediation strategies. Natalie's work contributes to sustainable waste management solutions, with implications for nuclear energy infrastructure safety and long-term environmental stewardship.

Shraddha Sangelkarمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Inclusive Design
• Engineering Education
• Product Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shraddha Sangelkar is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. She specializes in engineering design education, inclusive design, and product development for accessibility. Her research focuses on methods to improve product design for diverse user needs, including those with disabilities. She leads a U.S.-India collaboration project developing low-cost Braille displays and has contributed to pedagogical innovations in capstone design and team dynamics. Dr. Sangelkar holds a PhD from Texas A&M University (2013), an MS from Texas A&M (2010), and a BTech from Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute, India (2008). Research & Teaching: Her research spans Inclusive Design Methodologies Engineering Education Pedagogy Universal Product Development She teaches courses on capstone design and mechanical systems analysis, emphasizing hands-on learning. Recent projects include inter-collegiate capstone collaborations and team formation strategies. Awards & Grants: Recipient of the Excellence in Research Award (2017) and Excellence in Graduate Teaching (2013). Funded by the U.S.-India Science and Technology Endowment Fund for the Refreshable Braille Display project with Innovision, India. Active in publishing about design education and accessibility technologies. Curriculum Impact: Developed teaching methods for fourbar linkages, ambiguous reaction analysis, and teaming instruction. Published benchmarking studies on curriculum-wide teaming practices and motivational strategies for engineering students.

Karen Lucasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transport Poverty
• Social Justice
• Energy Poverty
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Karen Lucas is a Professor of Human Geography at the University of Manchester and Director of the Manchester Urban Institute, where she leads the Transport and Mobilities research group. With over 25 years of experience in transport-related social research, her work bridges mobility, accessibility, and social justice. Current Professor of Human Geography (SEED) since July 2020 Previously Professor of Transport and Social Analysis at the University of Leeds (2013-2020) Senior Research Fellow at University of Oxford and University of Westminster Research Focus: Transport poverty, energy poverty, and climate justice in both Global North and South. She developed the Transport Poverty Index for the European Commission and methodologies for social impact assessments of major infrastructure projects (e.g., A465 bypass, Lower Thames Crossing). Notable Contributions: Director of INTALInC (International Network for Transport and Accessibility in Low-Income Communities) Principal Investigator for CREDS' High-End Energy Consumers project Editorial roles at Journal of Transport Geography , Transportation , and Urban Book Series Scientific Recognition: Recipient of Royal Geographical Society's Hay Award (2023) Academic Leadership: Supervises PhD/Masters students and coordinates CPD training courses. Her work aligns with UN SDGs, emphasizing transport and energy justice.

Vivienne Szeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy-Efficient Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• Video Compression/Processing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Vivienne Sze is a Professor at MIT's Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), part of the School of Engineering. Her research focuses on energy-efficient computing systems for machine learning, computer vision, and video compression, with applications in autonomous systems, healthcare, and IoT. She leads projects integrating algorithmic innovations with hardware design to achieve low-power solutions for embedded and mobile devices. Her work has been recognized through prestigious awards, including the Primetime Engineering Emmy Award for co-developing the HEVC video compression standard and multiple faculty awards from tech giants like Google and Qualcomm. She co-authored the book *Efficient Processing of Deep Neural Networks*, emphasizing practical hardware-software co-design strategies. Research Interests: Energy-Efficient Machine Learning Accelerators Video Coding and Compression Standards Embedded Systems and Mobile Computing Processing-in-Memory (PIM) Architectures AI for Health Monitoring and Digital Health Sustainability in AI Infrastructure Publications highlight trends in: Optimizing DNNs for edge devices Innovations in entropy coding and CABAC Memory-efficient Gaussian-based algorithms Energy-aware design for photonic computing Awards include IEEE conference best paper awards and industry recognitions for her contributions to video coding and hardware acceleration. Her lab's collaborative efforts span academia and industry, aiming to bridge theoretical research with real-world deployable systems.

Alan C. McKinnonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Logistics
• Supply Chain Management
• Environmental Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alan C. McKinnon is a Professor of Logistics at Kühne Logistics University (KLU) in Hamburg, Germany. He holds an MA in Geography from the University of Aberdeen, an MSc in Transportation Studies from the University of British Columbia, and a PhD from University College London. His career includes roles as Emeritus Professor at Heriot-Watt University (2014), Head of Logistics at KLU (2012–2016), and Dean of Programs at KLU (2012–2014). His research focuses on logistics sustainability, decarbonization, and the environmental impact of freight transport. Notable contributions include seminal works on low-carbon logistics and the role of freight deceleration in reducing emissions. He chairs global initiatives like the World Economic Forum’s Logistics Council and advises the EU on transport policy. McKinnon’s awards include the European Logistics Association Fellowship (2015) and the Sir Robert Lawrence Award (2003). His teaching emphasizes sustainable logistics and has been recognized with the KLU Best Teacher Award (2015).

Enzo Mastinuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomedical Engineering
• Prosthetics and Neuroprosthetics
• Embedded Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Enzo Mastinu is an electronic engineer specialized in embedded systems for biomedical applications, holding an Associate Professor qualification in Bioengineering. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees in electronic engineering from the University of Cagliari and a PhD in biomedical signals and systems from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. His research focuses on advanced prosthetics and neuroprostheses for upper limb amputations, incorporating embedded systems design, control algorithms, sensory feedback, signal processing, AI, and osseointegration. Key projects include the HAND and HAND2 initiatives, funded by the EU and the Italian Ministry of Research, aiming to develop semi-autonomous prosthetic hands. He has published 25 journal articles (75% in Q1) and 21 conference papers, contributing to a PCT patent. Mastinu is a Senior Member of IEEE EMBS and RAS, reviews for ~90 journals/conferences, and edits Transactions on Medical Robotics and Bionics (IEEE) and Scientific Data (Nature). He has supervised ~40 students across PhD, master's, internships, and postdocs, and teaches courses in biomedical engineering and STEM education. His scientific awards include the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (2021), National Qualification as Associate Professor (2024), and a Young Researcher Grant (2025). Research emphasizes clinical implementation of prosthetics with neural feedback and intuitive control, as highlighted in high-impact journals like the New England Journal of Medicine.

Xi Huangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Immigration Policy
• Urban Development
• Policy Analysis and Evaluation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Xi Huang is an Assistant Professor in the School of Public Administration at the University of Central Florida (UCF), part of the College of Community Innovation and Education. She holds a Ph.D. from the joint public policy program at Georgia State University and Georgia Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on immigration policy, migrant integration, urban development, and policy analysis. She teaches courses in policy process, policy analysis, research methods, and public program evaluation. Dr. Huang’s work bridges urban sociology, criminology, and public policy, with notable projects on human trafficking, regional resilience, and immigrant entrepreneurship. She previously served as a Census Bureau Special Sworn Status researcher at the Atlanta Census Research Data Center (2013–2014). Her recent publications explore topics such as hurricanes’ impact on sex trafficking, urbanicity’s role in homeless services, and immigrant reactions to state policies. Key themes include disaster management, socio-spatial inequality, and policy design for marginalized populations. No specific awards are listed, though her research demonstrates significant contributions to interdisciplinary policy analysis. She advises no listed students but contributes to UCF’s academic mission through teaching and research leadership. Her work often intersects with urban planning, economic development, and social welfare, reflecting her commitment to addressing real-world challenges through evidence-based policy solutions.

Igor Jankovicمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Groundwater Hydrology
• Environmental Engineering
• Contaminant Transport
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Igor Jankovic is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at the University at Buffalo's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. His research focuses on groundwater flow and contaminant transport in heterogeneous aquifers, with particular emphasis on the impact of aquifer heterogeneity on solute movement and transport modeling. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota (1997) MS in Civil Engineering, University of Minnesota (1993) BS in Civil Engineering, University of Split, Croatia (1990) His work addresses critical issues in groundwater hydrology including: Advective transport mechanisms in heterogeneous media Breakthrough curve prediction and analysis Effective hydraulic conductivity modeling Upscaling of flow and transport parameters Application of the Analytic Element Method (AEM) for complex aquifer simulations Comparison of transport models (CTRW, MRMT) in heterogeneous environments Research trends in his publications reveal a focus on: Three-dimensional heterogeneous aquifer modeling Non-Fickian and anomalous transport behavior Impact of spatial variability on contaminant migration Development of numerical algorithms for large-scale groundwater simulations Validation of stochastic transport theories against field experiments (e.g., MADE and Borden aquifers) Interaction between physical and chemical heterogeneity in reactive transport

Antonio Dello Iaconoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sports Science
• Strength and Conditioning
• Exercise Physiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Antonio Dello Iacono is an Associate Professor (Reader) in Strength and Conditioning at the University of the West of Scotland's Division of Sport, Exercise, and Health within the School of Health and Life Sciences. With 20 years of combined experience in elite sport practice, teaching, and research, his work focuses on elite performance conditioning, training load monitoring, and technology integration in sports. He leads the Sports Performance Interest Group, coordinating industry-collaborative applied research projects. His research aims to develop personalized exercise prescription models to enhance individualized training outcomes, reduce overtraining risks, and improve health outcomes. Education & Positions Scientific Associate at University of Split (since 2017) Research Focus His primary research goals involve transitioning from rigid exercise protocols to personalized approaches tailored to individual abilities and stressors. Key areas include autoregulation methods in resistance training and interdisciplinary research integration. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Collaborations & Activities Peer reviewer for Frontiers in Physiology (2022) Invited speaker at ECSS conferences (2018–2021) Media engagements include discussions on mental training's physical benefits and collaborative partnerships Lab/Teams Leads the Sports Performance Interest Group, fostering applied research with industry partners.

Nga Lee Ngمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aerosol Chemistry
• Atmospheric Aerosol Formation
• Air Quality Monitoring
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nga Lee "Sally" Ng is a Professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology, holding appointments in the School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (primary), School of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences (joint), and School of Civil & Environmental Engineering (courtesy). Her research focuses on aerosol chemistry, with expertise in atmospheric nanoparticle formation, aerosol health effects, and advanced instrumentation development. She leads the Ng Research Group, which uses laboratory chamber experiments and field measurements to study aerosol dynamics. Dr. Ng has pioneered initiatives like the $12M NSF-funded ASCENT network for nationwide atmospheric measurements and served in leadership roles including Chair of AIChE's Environmental Division (2020) and AAAR Conference Chair (2019). She has received prestigious awards such as the AGU Atmospheric Sciences Ascent Award (2023), Love Family Professorship, and EPA STAR Early Career Award. Research interests: Aerosol chemistry, health impacts, instrument development, and climate interactions. Key contributions: Pioneering work on secondary organic aerosol formation, wildfire smoke health risks, and urban air quality monitoring networks. Her work bridges fundamental science and public health, with recent focus on quantifying aerosol toxicity using high-throughput assays and advancing low-cost sensor technologies for real-time air quality assessment.

• Molecular Electronics
• Plasmonics
• Nanotechnology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christian A. Nijhuis is a Full Professor at the University of Twente's MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology, within the Faculty of Science and Technology. His research focuses on hybrid materials for opto-electronics, molecular electronics, and nanotechnology, with emphasis on self-assembled monolayers, molecular tunnel junctions, and plasmonic devices. He leads the Hybrid Materials for Opto-Electronics group, driving innovations in molecular-scale devices and electronic hardware. His work integrates chemistry, physics, and engineering to develop advanced materials and nanoscale systems. Notable contributions include molecular-scale reconfigurable electronics, plasmonic energy harvesting, and biomimetic sensors. Recent projects explore proton-coupled electron transport, self-assembled monolayer stability, and plasmonic waveguide engineering. Research trends in his publications highlight molecular-level control over charge transport, plasmonic phenomena, and integration of organic-inorganic systems. He actively collaborates internationally, advancing optoelectronic devices and sensor technologies. His group's work addresses challenges in energy-efficient computing and sustainable materials. He has delivered invited talks on 'Intelligent molecular materials' and 'Biomolecular interactions', showcasing interdisciplinary research impact. His lab develops cutting-edge tools for in-operando characterization of molecular junctions and nanoscale systems.

• Environmental Health
• Epidemiology
• Climate Change Health Impacts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Erika Garcia, PhD, MPH is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Environmental Health at the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine of USC. Her work focuses on understanding how ambient environmental exposures influence human disease development, particularly through advanced causal inference methods. Key research areas include early-life air pollution effects on pediatric health (asthma, lung function, metabolic outcomes) and climate-driven exposures like extreme heat. Education: PhD in Environmental Health Sciences, UC Berkeley MPH in Environmental Health Sciences, UC Berkeley Research Interests: Climate change health impacts: heat waves, air pollution, and associated mortality/morbidity Environmental justice: disparities in pollution exposure and health outcomes Exposure mixtures: synergistic effects of chemical pollutants Epigenetic biomarkers of environmental exposures Recent Article Trends: Focus on methodological innovations in exposure assessment, policy-driven intervention modeling, and translational research linking environmental exposures to chronic disease pathways. Recent work emphasizes population-level vulnerability analysis and actionable solutions for disadvantaged communities. Advising/Grants: Active in mentoring interdisciplinary teams but specific grant details not highlighted in current text.

• Lab-on-a-Chip Technology
• Microfluidics
• Molecular Diagnostics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Apl. Prof. Dr. Felix von Stetten is an Associate Professor and Senior Scientist at the Laboratory for MEMS Applications within the Department of Microsystems Engineering (IMTEK) at the University of Freiburg. He also serves as an Executive Board Member at the Hahn-Schickard Institute of Microanalysis Systems. His work bridges academia and industry, focusing on lab-on-a-chip technologies, microfluidics, and energy harvesting for biomedical applications. Education: Studied Agricultural Sciences and Biotechnology at the Technical University of Munich, earned a PhD in Microbiology there. Post-2004, he joined IMTEK’s MEMS Applications Lab, later co-founding Hahn-Schickard’s Lab-on-a-Chip division in 2008, which became an independent institute in 2016 under his leadership. Research Interests: His work centers on miniaturized diagnostic systems (e.g., Lab-on-a-Disk platforms), energy harvesting for medical implants, and microfluidic applications. Key innovations include centrifugal microfluidic systems, smartphone-integrated diagnostic tools, and glucose fuel cell technologies. Publications: Over 1200 citations highlight contributions to microfluidic unit operations, digital PCR, and field-deployable diagnostics. Recent work emphasizes automation in pathogen detection and flexible lab-on-foil platforms. Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided texts. However, his leadership roles and impactful research suggest significant recognition in microsystems engineering. Advising/Grants: Leads major projects like BrainLinks–BrainTools and contributes to initiatives such as FRIAS and PlanOS. Manages interdisciplinary teams and collaborates with industry partners like Endress+Hauser and TwistDx. Labs/Teams: Oversees the Hahn-Schickard Institute for Microanalysis Systems and collaborates with IMTEK’s Application Development group. Active in spin-off ventures such as SpinDiag GmbH.