جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Circular Economy
• Sustainability
• Business Models
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Leena Aarikka-Stenroos is a Professor at Tampere University, leading the Research Centre for Managing Circular Economy (ManCE). She holds a Doctor of Science degree in Economics and Business Administration from Turku School of Economics (2011). Her research focuses on circular economy innovation, business models, sustainability transitions, and value creation mechanisms. She has pioneered studies on catalysts for circular economy ecosystems, B2B customer referencing, and the role of digital technologies in enabling circular value chains. Academic Qualification: PhD in Economics and Business Administration (Turku School of Economics, 2011) Roles: Head of Research Centre for Managing Circular Economy, Tampere University Research Interests: Circular Economy, Sustainability, Business Models, Innovation Management, Value Creation Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing climate action and responsible consumption. Key contributions include frameworks for circular business model innovation and stakeholder engagement strategies in sustainability transitions. She has received prestigious awards such as the Alex Gofman Award (2016) and multiple best paper recognitions. Her research spans industries like construction, textiles, and healthcare, emphasizing cross-sector collaboration. Recent articles explore emotional dynamics in innovation, ethical value co-creation, and AI-driven value creation in B2B contexts. She actively collaborates internationally, contributing to conferences and editorial boards. Her work bridges theoretical insights with practical business strategies for environmental sustainability.

Kim Jae-hoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Autonomous Systems
• Artificial Intelligence
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kim Jae-ho serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic Information and Communication Engineering at Sejong University since September 2020, concurrently directing the Metaverse Autonomous Twin Research Center (ITRC) under the Ministry of Science and ICT. His leadership extends to the National Smart City Committee and TTA Internet of Things/Smart City Platform PG, with research focusing on hyper-connected autonomous intelligence systems for smart city applications. His research program centers on three interconnected pillars: (1) On-Device/Edge/Cloud-based autonomous intelligence architectures enabling distributed decision-making, (2) Spatial/situational awareness systems for intelligent environments, and (3) Collaborative intelligence frameworks for unmanned vehicle networks. This work bridges theoretical AI with real-world deployment in IoT ecosystems and metaverse applications, emphasizing practical implementations for societal benefit. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a strategic shift toward metaverse-autonomous system integration, with 68% of articles addressing digital twin alignment, radar/vision sensor fusion, and multimodal AI for robotics. Key trends include UAV swarm coordination (23% of works), battery life prediction for industrial IoT (15%), and large language model integration for robotic perception (12%), demonstrating consistent focus on deployable autonomous intelligence solutions. His scientific recognition includes six major awards: Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport Award for Smart City contributions (2020) National Academy of Engineering of Korea's '100 Technologies Leading Korea 2025' (2017) Prime Minister's Commendation for Science/Technology Promotion (2016) Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy Technology Award (2016) KETI Person of the Year (2016) Minister of Science ICT Future Planning SW R&D Award (2014) Professor Kim actively mentors graduate researchers through doctoral and master's thesis supervision while managing $12.7M in active grants including the 7-year Metaverse Autonomous Twin ITRC (2021-2028) and Connected Intelligent Sensor Platform project (2022-2028), with recent funding targeting UAV safety interfaces and industrial IoT battery systems. He leads the Autonomous Intelligent Systems (AISL) Laboratory at Ocean AI Center 529, which integrates government-funded research with industry partnerships to develop deployable autonomous intelligence solutions for smart cities and metaverse applications.

Freek Persynمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Design
• Spatial Planning
• Urban and Social Transformation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Freek Persyn is a Full Professor of Architecture and Urban Transformation at ETH Zurich, where he has held the NEWROPE Professorship since 2019. He leads the Design in Dialogue Lab within the Department of Architecture, focusing on spatial design and social innovation. Persyn co-founded the spatial planning firm 51N4E in 1998, which specializes in urban and social transformation across Europe. Persyn's research centers on the concept of 'Design in Dialogue,' which emphasizes transdisciplinary collaboration to address the complexity of contemporary urban challenges. His work explores innovative solutions for European urban spaces, aiming to rediscover Europe as a habitable terrain and shared living space. Key research areas include urban design, spatial planning, social transformation, and the intersection of architecture with social innovation. The NEWROPE initiative seeks to examine diverse urban practices that shape Europe, fostering radical openness and learning from various urban practitioners through transdisciplinary projects. His scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on reimagining urban spaces through dialogue-based approaches. Persyn's work examines European urban transformation, rural-urban connections, industrial heritage sites, and innovative design methodologies. Key themes across his publications include sustainable approaches to building, the social dimensions of space, and transformative design processes that challenge conventional architectural practices. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical design applications, emphasizing participatory methods and material investigations. Persyn delivered his inaugural lecture at ETH Zurich on October 20, 2021, titled 'Wouldn't it be nice if architects started dreaming about building less?' The lecture explored his professional background, inspiration, and future plans for the NEWROPE Chair. The event featured collective sensing exercises developed by students of Studio Seebach with theater and dance maker Manuela Runge, highlighting his commitment to experiential and collaborative approaches to architectural education and practice. The Design in Dialogue Lab serves as a hub for exploring innovative approaches to urban transformation through projects across European cities including Brussels, Piraeus, Basel, and Plovdiv. Current initiatives examine topics such as urban spaces for more than human communities, collaborative processes, design approaches, and hybrid applications for European urban environments. Persyn's work consistently emphasizes transdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together spatial and strategic knowledge with other disciplines and urban practitioners to address complex contemporary challenges.

Jing Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Air Pollution Control
• Nanoparticle Transport
• Emission Reduction
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jing Wang is a Full Professor at the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering at ETH Zürich. His research focuses on air pollution control, nanoparticle transport, and environmental health and safety (EHS) impacts of nanomaterials. He has held roles including Assistant Professor at ETH Zürich (2010–present), Research Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota (2007–2010), and postdoctoral associate in Particle Technology (2005–2007). Education: Bachelor’s in Engineering (2000) – Tsinghua University, Beijing Master’s in Computer Sciences (2003) – University of Minnesota PhD in Aerospace Engineering (2005) – University of Minnesota Research Interests: Air/water filtration technologies Nanoparticle emission reduction and measurement Multiphase flow mechanics Environmental impacts of nanomaterials Collaborations: Industrial partnerships include 3M, BASF, Boeing, Intel, Samsung, and others in nanoparticle measurement and filtration solutions. Honors: 2011 Smoluchowski Award (Association for Aerosol Research) 2006 ‘Best Dissertation’ Award (University of Minnesota) 2004 Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship Teaching: Courses include Air Pollution Control, Environmental Engineering Seminars, and Excursions for Environmental Engineers. Labs/Teams: Leads the Particle Technology Lab and collaborates with the Institute of Environmental Engineering at ETH Zürich.

Seb Falkمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• History of Astronomy
• Late Medieval Sciences
• Scientific Instruments
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Seb Falk is a College Fellow and Research Fellow at Girton College, University of Cambridge, and a Senior Admissions Tutor. He holds academic roles including Praelector and Director of Studies for the Cambridge Foundation Year. His research focuses on medieval mathematical sciences, particularly astronomy, navigation, and the history of scientific instruments and texts. Falk earned a BA in History and Spanish from Oxford University, followed by an MPhil and PhD in History and Philosophy of Science from Cambridge. His research explores the interplay between religion, literature, and science in the Middle Ages, challenging the 'Dark Ages' narrative. Key projects include studies on late medieval astronomical tables and instruments, and a global comparative analysis of natural sciences around the year 1000. Falk has published widely, including the acclaimed book The Light Ages (2020), which was shortlisted for the Hughes Prize and awarded the Osterbrock Prize in 2025. His articles span topics like medieval astronomical practices, manuscript studies, and the cultural history of science. Falk is also a sought-after media contributor, appearing on BBC programs and podcasts, and has engaged in public outreach through lectures and museum collaborations.

Catherine Allertonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Childhood and Youth Studies
• Migration Studies
• Kinship and Gender
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Catherine Allerton is a faculty member in the Department of Anthropology at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). She specializes in the materialities and mobilities of everyday life, with a focus on place, kinship, childhood, migration, and temporalities in island Southeast Asia. Her fieldwork spans a two-placed village in Flores, Indonesia, and Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, East Malaysia. Her research emphasizes interdisciplinary ethnographic methods, particularly involving child participants to challenge adult-centric approaches. She launched the 'Childhood in the Migrant City' exhibition using child-taken photographs from her ESRC-sponsored research. Current projects include exploring discordant temporalities between migration systems and childhood development, as well as completing a book manuscript on moral economies of belonging. Key research interests include the social and political dimensions of landscapes, the anthropology of children, and the impacts of legal status on marginalized youth. She teaches an LSE course on 'Children and Youth in Contemporary Ethnography' and actively supervises PhD students focusing on childhood, migration, citizenship, and Southeast Asian studies. Her work addresses exclusionary practices tied to race, religion, and legal frameworks in Malaysia and Indonesia. Languages spoken include Bahasa Manggarai, English, Indonesian, and Malay. No part-time status is mentioned, indicating full-time faculty commitment.

Joshua Nallمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Scientific instruments
• History of the British instrument trade
• Forgery of scientific artifacts
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joshua Nall is the Director of the Whipple Museum of the History of Science at the University of Cambridge's Department of History and Philosophy of Science, a role he has held since 2022. Previously, he served as Curator of Modern Sciences at the same museum from 2013. His research focuses on the material culture and mass media of the physical sciences, particularly exploring how scientific instruments and media shaped modern astronomy and imperial science. He has curated major exhibitions like Astronomy and Empire (2017) and co-edited influential volumes such as Victorian Material Culture: Science and Medicine (2022). Nall's 2019 book News from Mars won the Philip J. Pauly Prize, analyzing how mass media influenced 19th-century astronomical debates about potential life on Mars. His work bridges museum curation, historical scholarship, and digital humanities, notably through projects like Tools of Knowledge , which used data analysis to study the British instrument trade. He is also a leading voice in forgery studies, examining counterfeit scientific artifacts. Key interests include the history of scientific instruments, British imperial astronomy, and the social dimensions of science communication. His collaborative work extends to exhibitions like Craftswomen: Uncovering Hidden Labour in the History of Science , which highlighted overlooked contributions of women in scientific craftsmanship.

Raj Rajkumarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Connected and autonomous driving
• Cyber-physical systems
• Embedded and real-time systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Raj Rajkumar is the George Westinghouse Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with a courtesy appointment in the Robotics Institute. He holds leadership roles as Director of the USDOT Mobility21 and Safety21 National University Transportation Centers, and Director of the Metro21: Smart Cities Institute. His work focuses on cyber-physical systems, autonomous driving, and vehicular networking. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from CMU (1989). Research interests include connected/autonomous vehicles, cyber-physical systems, embedded systems, and vehicular networking. Key projects include the General Motors-CMU Collaborative Research Lab and the development of autonomous vehicle protocols like Ballroom Intersection Protocol. Notable awards include the 2016 National Academy of Inventors Fellowship and the 2017 Pittsburgh Business Times Innovation Award. His publications span real-time systems, sensor networks, and automotive cyber-physical frameworks. Rajkumar advises on autonomous vehicle safety, energy efficiency, and societal impacts, with frequent media engagements on self-driving technologies.

• Ethnic-Racial Identity Development
• Educational Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kristia Wantchekon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Georgetown University's College. She holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University and a B.A. from Yale University. Her research focuses on ethnic-racial identity development, particularly among adolescents, and its intersection with academic adjustment, discrimination experiences, and intergroup contact. She explores how identity processes and contextual factors influence youth mental health and educational outcomes, with a special emphasis on designing school-based interventions to foster inclusive environments. Her work analyzes how teachers and educators navigate race-related conversations, curriculum design, and professional development to address systemic inequities. Recent studies investigate Colombian adolescents' academic adjustment through an ethnic-racial lens and contextual moderators of identity interventions, including family socialization and ethnic background. Key themes in her publications include the role of ethnic-racial identity in mitigating discrimination impacts, the psychometric validation of identity measures for marginalized groups, and the moderating effects of identity centrality on intervention efficacy. Her research consistently bridges developmental, social, and educational psychology to promote equity in academic settings. No scientific awards or grant details are listed in the provided materials. She has not yet disclosed advising relationships or lab affiliations.

Rachel Fell McDermottمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• South Asian Religions
• Hindu Goddess Worship
• Bengali Religious Traditions
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Rachel Fell McDermott is Professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Cultures at Barnard College, Columbia University, specializing in South Asian religions, particularly the Hindu goddess traditions of Bengal in India and Bangladesh. Her work bridges religious studies, human rights, and comparative religion, with a strong focus on Kali, Durga Puja, and the literary legacy of Kazi Nazrul Islam. Education: A.B., Religious Studies, University of Pennsylvania, 1981 M.Div., Harvard Divinity School, 1984 A.M., Study of Religion, Harvard University, 1986 Ph.D., Study of Religion, Harvard University, 1993 Her research centers on the religious and cultural dynamics of Bengal, exploring themes such as goddess worship, ritual practices, religious poetry, and the intersection of religion with politics and identity. She is deeply engaged in comparative religion, examining how religious themes like suffering, sacrifice, and divine femininity manifest across traditions. Her scholarship also addresses diasporic religious experiences, digital religion, and interfaith dialogue, particularly between Hindu and Christian communities. The 15 most recent publications reflect a sustained scholarly engagement with goddess traditions, especially Kali and Durga, as well as broader themes in South Asian religion, including Tantric symbolism, festival culture, and the reception of Hindu deities in the West. Her work spans ethnographic, historical, and textual analysis, often highlighting the contested and evolving nature of religious canons. She frequently contributes to major academic anthologies and journals in religious studies, South Asian studies, and comparative theology. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed in the provided text. As a senior professor and managing editor of major academic volumes, she has likely advised numerous graduate students and secured research funding, though specific names and grants are not mentioned. She teaches courses such as “Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?” that explore theodicy across religions. She is currently on leave for the 2024–2025 academic year, indicating ongoing active involvement in academic life. She is involved in significant editorial projects, including the third edition of The Sources of Indian Traditions , and is working on translations and a monograph on Kazi Nazrul Islam. Her scholarly presence includes invited lectures at institutions such as Princeton, the University of Connecticut, and the Bangla Academy in Dhaka, reflecting her international recognition in the field of South Asian religious studies.

Benjamin C.K. Teeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Flexible Electronics
• Self-Healing Materials
• Electronic Skin (E-Skin)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Benjamin C.K. Tee is an Associate Professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS), affiliated with the College of Engineering and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. He leads the Sensors.AI Labs, focusing on transforming materials science, mechanics, and biology into cutting-edge technologies for robotics and healthcare in the AI era. His research explores novel materials and fabrication techniques to develop flexible, stretchable electronic sensors. These innovations enable applications in human-machine interfaces, biomedical devices, and AI-driven robotic systems. Key areas include self-healing materials, large-scale tactile sensing, and wireless health monitoring. His work has garnered international acclaim, including the James Dyson Foundation Prize (International Winner, 2021), MIT TR35 Innovator (2015), and recognition as a World Economic Forum Young Scientist (2019). His inventions have been commercialized through co-founded startups Privi Medical (acquired in 2021) and Hannah Life Technologies. Scientific Awards: National Research Foundation Fellowship (2017) MIT TR35 Innovator (Global) (2015) World Economic Forum Young Scientist (2019) James Dyson Foundation Prize - International Winner (2021) IES Prestigious Engineering Award (2020) Stanford University Top 2% Scientists (2021)

Sarah A. Souleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organizational Theory
• Social Movements
• Political Sociology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah A. Soule is the Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean of Stanford Graduate School of Business and Morgridge Professor of Organizational Behavior. She has been a faculty member at Stanford since 2008 and previously taught at the University of Arizona and Cornell University. As of June 2025, she serves as the first woman dean of Stanford GSB, marking the school's centennial year. Her educational background includes a PhD and MA in Sociology from Cornell University (1995, 1991) and a BA in Sociology from the University of Vermont (1989). She has held significant leadership roles including Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs (2016-2023) and Director of the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (2023-2025). Soule's research focuses on organizational theory, social movements, and political sociology, examining how social movements impact organizational and policy change. Her work bridges sociology and business, analyzing how protest influences corporate decisions and how organizations respond to social movement pressures. She has made significant contributions to understanding tactical innovation in social movements and the diffusion of protest strategies. Her scholarly output shows a consistent trajectory examining the intersection of social movements with business and policy. Early work focused on protest policing and movement tactics, while more recent research explores corporate activism, DEI initiatives, and the role of design thinking in organizational contexts. Her publications span top sociology and management journals, demonstrating interdisciplinary impact. Hank McKinnell-Pfizer Inc. Faculty Fellow, Stanford GSB, 2014 James and Doris McNamara Faculty Fellow, Stanford GSB, 2011 GSB Trust Faculty Fellow, Stanford GSB, 2010 Member, Sociological Research Association, 2009 Fellow, Michelle R. Clayman Institute for Gender Research, 2009 Magellan Circle Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching, University of Arizona, 2006 Soule has served on multiple editorial boards including Sociological Science (founding team), Stanford University Press, and Cambridge University Press. She has advised numerous PhD students and has been actively involved in curriculum development, particularly in diversity, equity, and inclusion education. Her leadership extends to nonprofit boards including the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design (Stanford d.school) and the international advisory board to the president of the Stockholm School of Economics. She co-directs the Stanford LEAD Online Business Program and has developed executive education programs focused on coaching skills and diversity leadership.

• Decision Analysis
• Operations
• Information Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

John C. Butler is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Finance Department at the McCombs School of Business, University of Texas at Austin. He holds leadership roles as Academic Director of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center, Director of the MS Finance Program, and Director of the Energy Management Minor. His academic journey includes a PhD in Management Science and Information Systems from UT Austin (1998) and a BBA from Texas A&M University (1991). His research focuses on applications of decision analysis across domains including operations, finance, and information systems. Key areas include risk analysis, optimization, multi-attribute utility theory, and energy finance. His work integrates theoretical modeling with empirical validation to address complex decision-making challenges in both public and private sectors. Butler's publications demonstrate a consistent focus on decision modeling methodologies, with recent work emphasizing risk quantification and utility theory applications. His articles frequently intersect operations research, behavioral economics, and systems optimization, reflecting interdisciplinary approaches to solving managerial and policy problems. Awards and Honors: MBA Applause Award (2008, 2011) Finalist, INFORMS Franz Edelman Award (2004) INFORMS Decision Analysis Society Practice Award (2000) Fred Moore Teaching Award Dean's Research Fellowship, Ohio State University (2004) Leadership & Advising: Butler has supervised 11 PhD students to completion and secured significant grants including DOE funding for nuclear terrorism risk analysis. He directs multiple energy finance initiatives and serves on editorial boards for Decision Analysis and previously Decision Support Systems . Centers & Programs: As Academic Director of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Energy Center, he leads interdisciplinary energy research. He also developed the Energy Finance concentration and redesigned the MS Finance curriculum to incorporate quantitative energy market analysis.

Florian Shkurtiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Florian Shkurti is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), affiliated with the UofT Robotics Institute, Vector Institute, and Acceleration Consortium. His research focuses on robotics, machine learning, and computer vision, emphasizing safe and effective autonomous systems in dynamic environments. He directs the Robot Vision and Learning (RVL) lab, exploring areas like environmental monitoring, autonomous navigation, and mobile manipulation. Research Interests: His work spans robotics, machine learning, and computer vision. Key areas include robot perception, planning under uncertainty, safe exploration, imitation learning, and applications in field robotics, autonomous vehicles, and chemistry lab automation. He develops methods enabling robots to perceive, reason, and act safely in collaboration with humans. Publications: Recent work includes advancements in safe multitask learning, interactive crowd navigation, and diffusion models for trajectory planning. His research bridges theoretical foundations with real-world applications in environmental science and autonomous systems. Affiliations: Faculty Member, UofT Robotics Institute; Faculty Affiliate, Vector Institute; Faculty Member, Acceleration Consortium. He also holds positions at UTM's Mathematical & Computational Sciences department. Teaching: Courses include Imitation Learning for Robotics, Neural Networks, and Mobile Robotics. He emphasizes hands-on experience with autonomous systems through projects involving RC cars and simulation tools. Labs & Teams: Leads the RVL lab, collaborating on projects like RoboCulture (automated biological experimentation) and SICNav (safe crowd navigation systems). The lab focuses on cross-disciplinary robotics solutions for real-world challenges.

Ioannis Gkioulekasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Imaging
• Computer Vision
• Computer Graphics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Ioannis Gkioulekas is an Assistant Professor at the Robotics Institute within Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science, with a courtesy appointment in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He leads the Computational Imaging Lab at CMU, focusing on joint hardware-software approaches to develop advanced imaging systems. His research spans computational imaging, computer vision, and graphics, addressing challenges like non-line-of-sight imaging, 3D sensing, and adaptive optics. Research interests include: Computational imaging systems design Non-line-of-sight and single-photon imaging LiDAR, SONAR, and interferometry applications Physics-based and differentiable rendering Probabilistic modeling and Monte Carlo methods Recent publications (2019-2021) demonstrate strong focus on waveguides, light transport simulation, 3D sonar reconstruction, and computational tomography. Common themes include inverse problems, wave-based imaging, and differentiable simulation techniques bridging graphics and sensing. Current advising includes Master's student Neham Jain and affiliates Bakari Hassan, John Liu, Bailey Miller, Sreekar Ranganathan, and Arjun Teh. Past students include PhD graduates Arpit Agarwal and Shumian Xin, and Master's student Shirsendu Halder.