جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cancer Metabolism
• Metabolic Reprogramming
• Tumor Metastasis
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Sophia Lunt is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Chemical Engineering & Materials Science at Michigan State University , where she has been since 2015 (Assistant Professor 2015-2021, Associate Professor 2021-2025, Professor 2025-present). She leads the Lunt Lab , focusing on cancer metabolism , particularly metabolic reprogramming in tumor proliferation, heterogeneity, and metastasis . Her work combines mass spectrometry , genetic cancer models , cell biology , and fluorescent agents to develop targeted cancer therapies . Ph.D. (2010) & B.S. (2005) in Chemistry Postdoctoral Fellow at MIT (2010-2015) NSF CAREER awardee (2019) 20+ peer-reviewed publications since 2007 Research Focus : Cancer metabolism (Warburg effect, PHGDH heterogeneity, TIGAR regulation) Photodynamic therapy (counterion-tuned agents, metal halide nanoclusters) Metabolomics (tumor-immune interactions, microbiome effects) Selected Scientific Awards : 2022 MSU College of Natural Science Teacher-Scholar Award 2022 MSU BMB Teaching Award 2020 MANA Young Investigator Award 2019 NSF CAREER & METAvivor Early Career Investigator Awards Her teaching includes BMB 101: Frontiers in Biochemistry (curriculum overhaul for freshman success) and BMB 461: Advanced Biochemistry I , covering metabolic regulation and pathways.

Al-Amin Dhiraniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physical Chemistry
• Nanostructured Materials
• Quantum Nanoengineered Materials (q-NEMS)
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Al-Amin Dhirani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Toronto, located in the Lash Miller Chemical Laboratories. His research focuses on nanoengineered materials, particularly quantum nanoengineered materials (q-NEMS), which exhibit emergent quantum phenomena. Key themes include bottom-up synthesis of nanostructured materials, development of novel fabrication techniques for 2D materials like MoS₂, and applications in green technologies and electrochemical sensing. Research interests emphasize hybrid molecule-nanostructure states (HYMNS) that enhance optical/electrical properties, as well as advanced applications such as conductivity meters and water electrolysis materials. His lab has pioneered methods for defect healing in exfoliated MoS₂ and scalable assembly of nanostructured films. Recent achievements include student milestones like Steven Gravelsins’ PhD completion and Monique’s NSERC postdoc fellowship. Located at 80 St. George Street, the Dhirani Lab collaborates on projects ranging from fundamental quantum transport studies to applied sensor technologies. The group actively publishes in top journals like ACS Nano and Communications Chemistry , with a focus on interdisciplinary material science and physics.

Peng Gaoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cybersecurity
• Network Security
• AI for Security
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Peng Gao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Virginia Tech. He is affiliated with the Virginia Tech Security & Intelligence Lab and holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Princeton University. Prior to his faculty position, he was a postdoctoral researcher at UC Berkeley and held research internships at Microsoft Research, Facebook, and NEC Laboratories America. Education includes a B.Eng. from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2009-2013), M.A. and Ph.D. from Princeton (2013-2019), and an exchange program at the University of Hong Kong (2012). Key roles include Technical Program Committee memberships for conferences like IEEE S&P, USENIX Security, and CCS. Research focuses on Cybersecurity (APT prevention, network security with P4/eBPF) AI applications (LLMs for security, AI safety) Systems security (attack investigation, threat intelligence) AI for science (molecular/materials prediction) Notable awards include the 2022 Amazon-VT Initiative Faculty Award, CCI Fellowships, and multiple best paper nominations. His lab has received grants from CCI, NSF, and industry partners like Google Cloud and Cisco. Teaching includes courses on Principles of Computer Security (CS 4264) and Blockchain Technologies (CS 5594). He advises ~20 students across Ph.D., MS, and undergraduate levels.

Michael L. Madiganمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human Factors Engineering
• Ergonomics
• Occupational Biomechanics
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Michael L. Madigan is a Professor in the Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Virginia Tech. His research focuses on human factors engineering, biomechanics, and ergonomics, particularly addressing issues related to slips, trips, falls, and musculoskeletal disorders. He leads the Madigan Biomechanics Group, which investigates the biomechanics of human motion and neuromuscular control to enhance occupational safety and elderly health. Education: Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, Virginia Commonwealth University, 2001 M.S., Bioengineering, Texas A&M University, 1996 B.S., Bioengineering, Texas A&M University, 1994 Research Interests: Obesity’s impact on mobility, aging-related biomechanics, workplace ergonomics, and biomechanical interventions for fall prevention. His work combines experimental and computational methods to develop preventive measures like exercise interventions and ergonomic designs. Professional Roles: Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Applied Biomechanics (2017–present) Formerly Editor, Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise (2013–2017) Secretary, American Society of Biomechanics (2009–2012) Awards: Kevin P. Granata Faculty Fellow (2013–2014) Virginia Tech College of Engineering Certificate of Teaching Excellence (2014) Finalist for International Society of Biomechanics Clinical Award (2005) Advising & Grants: Advised over 20 doctoral and undergraduate students since 2007. His grants support studies on obesity-related falls, exoskeleton design, and biomechanical modeling. Collaborates with the Virginia Tech-Wake Forest School of Biomedical Engineering and Sciences. Labs/Teams: Director of the Madigan Biomechanics Group and core member of the Occupational Ergonomics and Biomechanics Laboratories. Active in developing smart prosthetics and wearable technologies for injury prevention.

Robert J. Wagnerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Solid mechanics
• Computational mechanics
• Soft matter
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Robert J. Wagner is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Binghamton University. He holds a BS from Union College (2013), a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder (2022), and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Cornell University. His research focuses on the mechanics of hierarchically structured soft materials, drawing inspiration from biological systems to develop autonomously adaptive materials. Key interests include functional morphogenesis, self-healing, and mechanoresponsive strengthening in polymers, gels, and biological tissues. He has developed mesoscale computational models to bridge microscale phenomena with macroscale material behavior. Education: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Union College (2013) PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, University of Colorado Boulder (2022) Research Interests: Wagner investigates dynamic and active materials, leveraging insights from living systems to design mechanically adaptive metamaterials. His work combines experimentation, computational mechanics, and constitutive theory to study emergent properties in systems like fire ant rafts and polymer networks. He explores mechanisms such as dynamic bonds, active constituents, and structured architectures to enable adaptive behaviors. Teaching & Outreach: Wagner emphasizes STEM education and community engagement through activities like teaching viscoelasticity to elementary students, volunteering at correctional facilities, and organizing workshops on functional fitness and materials science. Labs & Collaborations: His research integrates computational modeling with experimental validation, collaborating with groups like the Vernerey Soft Matter Mechanics Lab and the Silberstein Mechanics for Materials Design Lab. Current efforts aim to predictively design materials with self-healing and stress-responsive traits.

Kyoko Iwakiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Theatre Studies
• Performance Studies
• Japanese Contemporary Theatre
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Kyoko Iwaki is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Literature of the University of Antwerp, with a focus on Japanese theatre, performance studies, and post-catastrophe narratives. She actively engages in collaborative research and holds internal governance roles, including membership in the Departmental Council for Literature and the Education Committee for the Educational Master in Languages. Her research explores Japanese contemporary theatre's intersections with ethics, digital performance, and nuclear trauma. Key themes include collaborative methodologies, liminality, and the philosophical implications of post-Fukushima art. Her work spans classical adaptations, avant-garde practices, and interdisciplinary approaches to performance. Recent publications analyze experimental Japanese theatre (Okada Toshiki, Sankai Juku), post-disaster memory, and the politics of digital pandemic spaces. She contributes to global discourse through interviews with practitioners and critiques of institutional frameworks in theatre and academia.

Marina S. Leiteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Renewable Energy Materials
• Optical Materials
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Marina S. Leite is a Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Davis. Her research focuses on novel materials for renewable energy, optical devices, and materials under extreme environments. She leads the Leite Lab, pioneering work in perovskite photovoltaics, thermophotovoltaic emitters, and transient photonics using machine learning for accelerated materials discovery. Her group combines advanced characterization techniques with computational methods to address challenges in energy harvesting and optical material performance. PhD: Not explicitly listed in provided text Her research interests include: Machine learning-driven materials discovery Halide perovskites for stable solar cells High-temperature optical materials Transient photonics using magnesium-based systems Thermophotovoltaic emitter design Key research trends from recent articles emphasize AI integration for predicting material behaviors, environmental stressor impacts on optoelectronics, and alloy systems for dynamic optical properties. Her lab has developed methods for automated experimentation and spectral selectivity in emitters. 2025 Optica Fellow 2025 SPIE Fellow Advising: Supervises students like Hannah Darr. Active in DARPA cross-disciplinary projects and editorial roles in energy journals. Leads grants focused on machine learning in materials science and photonic device development. The Leite Lab collaborates on projects involving transient materials and high-temperature photonics. Future work includes scaling superabsorber technologies, developing eco-friendly Pb-free perovskites, and advancing AI tools for material property prediction.

Alastair Owensمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Historical Geography
• Social and Economic History
• Victorian London
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Professor Alastair Owens is a historical geographer and social/economic historian at Queen Mary University of London , specializing in modern Britain since 1800 with a focus on London . He received a Leverhulme Research Fellowship (2024) for his project on inheritance, families, and 'wealthfare' in England and Wales (1850–1930). Owens has held leadership roles including Chair of Trustees at the Geographical Association (UK’s leading geography teaching body) and Head of School of Geography (2018–2022). Research Themes : Anglicanism & inner city crisis (1970s–1990s), COVID-19 domestic geographies , inheritance & middle-class wealth (1850–1930), inclusive heritage in East London. Collaborations : Partnered with Museum of the Home , Museum of London , Spitalfields Music , and Tower Hamlets Archives for projects blending geography with history, archaeology, and heritage. Teaching : Led innovative modules like Boston Reworked (fieldwork in the US) and Victorian London , winning the Drapers’ Award for Excellence in Teaching (2003). Public Engagement : Created heritage trails (e.g., Bengali Heritage Trail ), co-produced museum exhibitions, and advised TV/film production companies. Scientific Awards : Leverhulme Research Fellowship (2024) Drapers’ Award for Excellence in Teaching (2003) Research Trends : His recent work examines pandemic-induced transformations of domestic space, inner-city religious responses to social crises, and the role of inheritance in shaping social inequality. He emphasizes interdisciplinary methodologies, combining archival research with oral histories and material culture analysis.

Ye Wangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Microsystems Technology
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Dr. Ye Wang is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Microsystems , Mechanical Engineering School , Eindhoven University of Technology . Active in UN Sustainable Development Goals related to biomedical technology, their work focuses on magnetic artificial cilia for microfluidic applications. Academic Rank: Assistant Professor University: Eindhoven University of Technology School: Mechanical Engineering Department: Microsystems Research Interests : Fluid dynamics in microsystems, magnetic actuation, biomechanical stimuli response, and biomedical device development. Key areas include programmable artificial cilia, shear-thinning fluid transport, and biofouling prevention through microscale engineering. Scientific Trends : Recent works emphasize cilia-based microfluidic mixing, non-Newtonian fluid dynamics, and organ-on-chip platforms. Collaborative projects with Prof. J.M.J. den Toonder and P.R. Onck dominate current publications. Advising : Supervised multiple student theses on topics ranging from microrheology to microheater reliability. Graduate students include F.W. Boots , M.H.J. Dekkers , and Y.-T. Lan . Projects : Currently involved in Accelerating Innovation in Microfabricated Medical Devices (2020-2023) with focus on continuous monitoring and advanced diagnostics. Scientific Impact : 1231 citations (Scopus) with collaborative networks spanning fluid dynamics, magnetic actuation, and biomedical applications. Featured in PNAS and Lab on a Chip publications.

Martin Geissdoerferمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Circular Economy
• Sustainability Strategy
• Business Model Innovation
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Dr. Martin Geissdoerfer is an Associate Professor of Circular Economy Transitions at the Monash Sustainable Development Institute (Monash University) and an Associate at the Circular Economy Centre at Cambridge Judge Business School. He also serves as a guest lecturer at multiple universities and previously worked as a project manager at McKinsey & Company. His research focuses on circular economy transitions, sustainability strategy, business model innovation, and AI-driven circular ecosystems. He has authored over 15 peer-reviewed articles, including seminal work on sustainable business models and the circular economy definition. He is a Chief Investigator in the ARC Research Hub for Value-Added Processing of Underutilised Carbon Waste , a multidisciplinary project involving universities, research institutes, and industry partners. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing environmental, social, and economic performance in circular systems. Recent media engagements include discussions on Australia’s circular economy potential, policy labs, and critiques of unsustainable sales cultures. His research bridges academia and industry, advising Fortune 500 companies and policymakers on circular strategies.

• Climate Change Adaptation
• Sustainable Agriculture
• Food Security
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Professor Henny Osbahr is a faculty member at the University of Reading, specializing in climate change adaptation, agricultural sustainability, and gender dynamics in rural development. Her work focuses on understanding how farmers perceive and adapt to climate variability, with a particular emphasis on Africa and South Asia. She has collaborated extensively on projects addressing soil fertility, groundwater management, and the socio-cultural dimensions of agricultural practices. Her research interests span environmental policy, participatory methodologies, and the empowerment of marginalized groups through sustainable farming practices. Notable contributions include studies on Zero Budget Natural Farming in India and the role of cultural beliefs in shaping climate responses in Ghana. Recent articles highlight her focus on biodegradable agricultural materials' environmental impacts, gender equity in sugarcane farming, and youth perspectives in Philippine agriculture. She has authored reports on groundwater resilience in Burkina Faso and co-developed the RAINWATCH climate monitoring system, demonstrating practical applications of her research in development contexts. Professor Osbahr's interdisciplinary approach integrates quantitative analysis with qualitative insights from farming communities, ensuring her work bridges academic research and actionable policy recommendations.

Zhenchang Xingمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Software Engineering
• Responsible AI
• Human-Computer Interaction

Zhenchang Xing is a Research Professor at CSIRO's Data61 and holds a Hans Fischer Senior Fellowship at TUM-IAS. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Alberta (2008), he previously served as Associate Professor at Australian National University and Assistant Professor at Nanyang Technological University. His research focuses on software engineering for AI systems and human-centered computing. Current projects include: Automated Software-Hardware Co-Design for AI Systems Software Supply Chain Security frameworks Data Bill of Materials (DataBOM) for verifiable data ecosystems Software Testing Knowledge Graph development Professor Xing has received 10 Distinguished Paper Awards from ACM and IEEE, including the 2005 Most Influential Paper Award for UMLDiff. His work combines software engineering with responsible AI development.

Caroline Gottschalkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community Engaged Research
• Environmental Rhetoric
• River Restoration
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Caroline Gottschalk is the Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor in the Department of English at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her work bridges environmental rhetoric, community engagement, and river restoration, focusing on socio-ecological systems and cultural revitalization. She directs the Headwaters Lab, a transdisciplinary research group exploring human-environment relationships through storytelling and participatory methods. Education: Ph.D., University of Illinois at Chicago M.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison M.A., University of Illinois at Chicago B.S.W., University of Iowa B.A., University of Iowa Research Interests: Gottschalk’s work emphasizes community-based collaboration, place-responsive storytelling, and the ethical dimensions of environmental restoration. She examines how marginalized voices and nonhuman agencies shape ecological narratives and policy-making. Recent projects include flood resilience frameworks in Wisconsin’s Driftless Area and rethinking beaver-based restoration through Indigenous knowledge systems. Publications: Her recent work spans Geoforum, Environment and Planning E, and Duke University Press, analyzing topics like transdisciplinary river research, contested restoration practices, and feminist flood futures. These studies highlight tensions between ecological management and cultural values. Awards: Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor (University of Wisconsin-Madison) Teaching and Outreach: Gottschalk teaches courses like ENGL 236 (Writing Rivers) and ENGL 706 (Community Engaged Praxis), integrating service-learning and public scholarship. She prioritizes ethical university-community partnerships, advocating for “positive barriers to access” that balance collaboration with accountability. Labs and Teams: The Headwaters Lab collaborates with ecologists, policymakers, and local communities on projects like the Driftless Area Flood Resilience Initiative. Current efforts include developing narrative-based tools for climate adaptation and recentering relational ethics in restoration science.

• Leadership
• Business Innovation
• Organizational Behavior
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Associate Professor Stefan Meisiek is an academic specializing in leadership and business innovation at the University of Sydney Business School. He holds a PhD from the Stockholm School of Economics and has visiting roles at Copenhagen Business School, Hong Kong University, NYU Stern, and others. His research explores how leadership influences innovation, with a focus on creativity, improvisation, and organizational theatre. He teaches courses like Leading Business Innovation and Global Management Practice. Education: PhD in Management, Stockholm School of Economics Studies at Freie Universität Berlin, Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, and Justus-Liebig Universität Giessen Research Interests: Creative leadership practices Design thinking and studio-based education Improvisation in extreme organizational contexts Material-discursive practices in strategic change His work bridges art and management, emphasizing symbolic interventions to drive innovation. Grants & Awards: 2020: Defense Innovation Benchmarking Grant (Australian Army) 2019: RAN Innovation Grant and Sydney Business School educational grants Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Advising: Supervises PhD students on topics like quantum technology commercialization and innovation in state-owned enterprises. Labs/Teams: Leads the Business Studio initiative, integrating design thinking into executive education. Collaborates with global institutions on innovation ecosystems and crisis management research.

Sara Ryeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Disaster Management
• Humanitarian Logistics
• Risk Management
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Dr. Sara Rye is an Associate Professor in Project Management for Development at the University of Bradford's Faculty of Management, Law and Social Sciences. She holds a PhD in Disaster Management from Brunel University. Her research focuses on humanitarian logistics, disaster response optimization, and inclusive game-based learning methodologies. She created a versatile toolkit for game-based education, used across age groups and abilities, and led an Erasmus+ funded project training 240 educators across four countries. Dr. Rye collaborates with Peace Studies and International Development researchers to integrate qualitative and quantitative approaches in disaster studies. Research Interests: Combines mathematical modeling with human-centric disaster analysis. Specializes in supply chain optimization during natural disasters and pedagogical tools for neurodiverse learners. Current projects explore colonialism's humanitarian impacts through quantitative modeling. Her work emphasizes inclusivity in education through adaptable games using materials like LEGO and digital platforms. Grants & Dissemination: Secured Erasmus+ funding for transnational educator training programs. Her research has been disseminated through classroom workshops, online platforms, and international conferences. Advises NGOs pro-bono and supervises PhD students in disaster management and serious games. Impact: Mentored students who achieved academic success (e.g., a master's/PhD on green supply chains) and founded NGOs recognized by Nepal's government. Recently finalized two books on humanitarian supply chains and inclusive game-based education.