جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Children’s Physical Activity
• Mixed-Methods Research
• Inclusive Pedagogical Practice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Irfan Khawaja is a Senior Lecturer in Public Health at the University of Wolverhampton , affiliated with the School of Health and Society . With expertise in Children’s Physical Activity , Mixed-Methods Research , and Inclusive Pedagogical Practice , he bridges education, sports science, and public health. Joined University of Wolverhampton in July 2025 Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Member of the Association for Physical Education (afPE) and ISBNPA His research focuses on physical activity in underrepresented groups , the student voice , and technological advancements in physical activity measurement . He has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and led international keynote addresses on these topics. His recent publications analyze trends in children’s physical activity patterns using mixed-methods frameworks, with subfields spanning from sedentary behavior to Augmented Reality applications in exercise . He has presented at conferences in the UK, Netherlands, Canada, and New Zealand. Professional Memberships : Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), 2021–present Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), 2018–2021 Association for Physical Education (afPE) International Society for Behavioural Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA) Teaching Experience : Over 16 years in mainstream UK schools, Higher Education, and internationally in South Africa and Uganda. Former Curriculum Coordinator for Key Stage 5 and Head of Department. Media Engagements : Regular contributor to BBC, ITV, and Sky News on topics like Ramadan-inclusive PE practices and cricket equity research.

• Astronomical Sciences
• Space Sciences
• Particle and High Energy Physics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Themiya Nanayakkara is a Research Fellow at the Swinburne University of Technology , associated with the School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies. Her research focuses on high-redshift galaxy formation, cosmology, and astrophysical applications of JWST data. Active in galaxy spectral modeling and chemical evolution studies Key participant in the UNCOVER and GLASS-JWST programs Recipient of grants like the Space Data Analysis Workshop for African Researchers (2024) Her recent work analyzes stellar mass gradients , ionizing photon production , and dust distribution in quiescent galaxies using NIRSpec , NIRCam , and ALMA data. Publications demonstrate expertise in galaxy morphology , metallicity calibration , and reionization-era AGN detection . As a Laureate Postdoctoral Research Associate , she develops 3D spectroscopy pipelines for slit-stepping techniques and explores non-parametric star formation histories that challenge traditional models. Her work bridges observational data with cosmological simulations (IllustrisTNG, SHARK) to understand early galaxy quenching mechanisms.

• Housing
• Ageing
• Stigma
• +۱۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Vikki McCall serves as Professor of Social Policy in the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Stirling, where she teaches the Postgraduate MSc/Diploma of Housing Studies. She holds significant leadership roles including Honorary Secretary for the Social Policy Association Executive Committee and Editorial Board member of Social Policy & Society. Her research focuses on housing, ageing society, stigma, and co-production with community members. Professor McCall employs innovative mixed-method approaches combining quantitative analyses with qualitative ethnographic data and co-production with disabled community peer-reviewers. She examines how environmental modifications and inclusive approaches can support people to age well within homes and communities while addressing intersectional stigma. Principal Investigator on the ESRC-funded Intersectional Stigma of Place-based Ageing (ISPA) project (2022-2027) Principal Investigator on the Inclusive Living support for older people in residential care (INVITE) project funded by the Longleigh Foundation (2020-2023) Co-Investigator on the UKRI-funded Designing homes for healthy cognitive ageing: co-production for impact and scale (DesHCA) project (2020-2024) Professor McCall has received numerous teaching accolades including multiple RATE awards for excellence in teaching (2016, 2019, 2023) and was nominated for Inspirational Women Award 2023. Her scholarly contributions were recognized with the Sociological Review Prize for Outstanding Scholarship 2017 for her paper on class, stigma and urban restructuring. She actively contributes to policy development through leadership positions including Director of the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations, Steering Group Member of the Housing and Dementia Forum, and Board member of the TAPPI 2 Steering Group. Professor McCall has presented her research internationally at numerous conferences and has been invited to speak at institutions including University of Lund and Beijing University of Technology.

• Glaciology
• Physical Geography
• Iceberg Calving Dynamics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anna Crawford is a Lecturer in Physical Geography at the University of Stirling 's Division of Biological and Environmental Sciences. As a glaciologist, she employs advanced 3D computational models to study iceberg calving processes at marine-terminating glaciers and monitors icebergs through remote sensing and fieldwork, contributing to improved ice-sheet modeling and forecasting. BSc in Biology from Lakehead University MSc and PhD in Geography from Carleton University Her research focuses on Marine ice cliff instability mechanisms Arctic ice island dynamics Glacier calving front modeling Environmental change in polar regions Integration of field and satellite data Climate change impact projections Recent publication trends highlight her expertise in 3D glacial fracture modeling, iceberg drift analysis, and climate change implications. She has received the Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship for her work with the School of GeoSciences at the University of Edinburgh. Collaborations include the International Thwaites Glacier Collaboration and Canadian Cryospheric Information Network (CCIN). Her work bridges computational modeling with field observations to address critical questions about global sea level rise and polar environmental transitions.

Annica Ekmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Aerosol-Cloud Interactions
• Arctic Climate Dynamics
• Atmospheric Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Annica Ekman is a Professor of Meteorology at the Department of Meteorology, Stockholm University. She serves as editor for the scientific journal Tellus B , focusing on aerosol-cloud interactions and their impacts on climate systems. Her research spans atmospheric dynamics, polar meteorology, and environmental science. Research Groups: Circulation and Connection Land-Sea-Atmosphere, Dynamic Meteorology, Clouds/Airborne Particles/Gases, Polar Meteorology and Oceanography Her work addresses critical uncertainties in climate science, particularly how aerosols influence cloud radiative properties and Arctic amplification of warming. Recent studies emphasize cloud microphysics, air-mass transformations, and aerosol-driven temperature responses. Key projects include AC3S (Aerosols/Convection/Clouds/Climate Sensitivity), Arctic Climate Across Scales , CleanCloud (post-fossil aerosol regime), and iMIRACLI (Arctic cloud controls by aerosols). She employs large-eddy simulations and observational data to resolve climate feedbacks.

Carina Carlhed Ydhagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education
• Sociology of Education
• Career Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carina Carlhed Ydhag is Professor and Head of Department at the Department of Education, Stockholm University. Her research focuses on educational strategies , career development , and social structures of dominance within educational and medical fields. She employs Cultural Sociology and Sociology of Education frameworks, particularly Bourdieu's theories, while also incorporating Andrew Abbott's professional sociology. Key Research Areas: Social network analysis in educational transitions Cultural capital transformation for academic success Professional field dynamics in education and medicine European higher education policy implementation Symbolic power in educational systems Resilience mechanisms in superdiverse schools Current Projects: Leading the Swedish Research Council-funded " Against all Odds - successful schools in superdiverse educational contexts " (2023-). Research team includes Ali Osman, Anna Lund, and Stefan Lund from Stockholm University. Recent Publications: 15 most recent articles explore topics ranging from network dynamics in upper secondary transitions to resilience strategies in superdiverse educational environments , with methodological diversity covering qualitative interviews, mixed-method case studies, and policy discourse analysis. Academic Leadership: Currently serves as Head of Department of Education at Stockholm University, following previous roles as Docent at Uppsala University (2016-2022) and Senior Lecturer at Mälardalen University (1996-2011).

Tobias Schmidtمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy Policy
• Technological Innovation
• Climate Finance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tobias Schmidt is a full Professor at ETH Zurich and Director of the Institute of Science, Technology and Policy. He leads the Energy and Technology Policy Group (EPG), focusing on the interaction between energy policy, politics, and technological change in energy systems across diverse economic contexts. PhD in Management, Technology & Economics from ETH Zurich MSc-equivalent in Electrical Engineering (Energy focus) from Technical University Munich His research spans: Climate finance mechanisms and energy transition economics Policy design for renewable energy adoption Technological innovation systems for clean energy Electrification models for sub-Saharan Africa Low-carbon industrialization pathways Electrochemical decarbonization strategies Recent publications emphasize global climate finance needs, battery technology carbon footprints, and international energy transition dynamics. His work combines empirical analysis with policy modeling to address deployment barriers for sustainable technologies. Scientific service includes: Editorial board member of Energy Research and Social Science Visiting researcher at Tokyo Tech, Utrecht University, Stanford, and Princeton Recognized with the ETH Zurich Golden Owl teaching award, he also engages in executive education programs at ISTP.

• Stochastic Processes
• Fractional Calculus
• Statistical Inference
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Kęstutis Kubilius serves as an Adjunct Professor within the Interdisciplinary Statistical Research Group at Vilnius University's Institute of Data Science and Digital Technologies. His research office is located at Akademijos Street 4, room 208 in Vilnius, with contact numbers +370 5 210 9731 and +370 618 06064. His research program centers on advanced stochastic processes, specializing in fractional Brownian motion and fractional stochastic differential equations (FSDEs). Key contributions include developing existence-uniqueness frameworks for FSDEs with stochastic forcing, creating numerical approximation schemes like the implicit Euler method, and advancing parameter estimation techniques for Hurst and Orey indices. His work bridges theoretical probability with applications in financial mathematics and statistical modeling of long-range dependent phenomena. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on fractional calculus applications, with increasing emphasis on numerical methods since 2020. The research demonstrates methodological evolution from theoretical foundations toward practical implementation, particularly in volatility modeling and boundary-conditioned SDEs. Recent collaborative works (notably with Medžiūnas and Mishura) highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining statistical inference with computational mathematics. Prof. Kubilius actively supervises doctoral candidates, having guided Aidas Medžiūnas through completion of the 2018-2022 dissertation 'Parameter evaluation for mixed SDLs'. His research group maintains strong connections with international probability theory communities, evidenced by co-authorships with leading scholars in fractional calculus. As a core member of the Interdisciplinary Statistical Research Group, he contributes to Vilnius University's strategic focus on advanced statistical methodologies for complex data systems, with particular relevance to financial engineering and time-series analysis applications.

Ke Liمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Mixed Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Computer Graphics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ke Li is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Hamburg, working within the Human-Computer Interaction group at the Department of Informatics. She is currently leading the development of intelligent virtual human technologies as part of the European Union-funded project PRESENCE. Her work bridges computer science, human-computer interaction, and physics applications, focusing on creating immersive experiences for complex operational environments. Dr. Li received her Bachelor's of Science degree in Physics from Centre College (USA) in May 2018 and her Master's degree in Optics and Photonics from the Friedrich Schiller University Jena (Germany) in April 2021. She completed her PhD as a fellow of the Helmholtz Graduate School for the Structure of Matter (DASHH) in October 2024, successfully defending her dissertation entitled "Towards a Particle Accelerator Metaverse: Mixed Reality Interfaces for Operations of Complex Physics Facilities" under the supervision of Prof. Frank Steinicke, Dr. Reinhard Bacher, and Prof. Wim Leemans. Dr. Li has a strong technical background in mixed and augmented reality, with research interests spanning immersive head-mounted displays, computer graphics and vision (particularly Neural Radiance Fields and 3D Gaussian Splatting), intelligent virtual agents, and human-robot interaction. Her work often combines theoretical computer science with practical applications in scientific environments, particularly focusing on how immersive technologies can improve workflows in complex and hazardous conditions like particle accelerator facilities. Analysis of Dr. Li's publications reveals a clear progression from foundational work in mixed reality display technologies (2022-2023) toward increasingly sophisticated applications of neural rendering techniques and intelligent virtual agents (2024-2025). Her research consistently bridges the gap between theoretical computer graphics and practical applications in scientific environments, with particular emphasis on real-time performance, user experience, and seamless integration of virtual and physical elements. A notable trend is her growing focus on multimodal interaction frameworks that enable more natural communication between humans and intelligent virtual agents. Scientific Awards: Honorable Mention Award for the Best Design at the Student Competition at IEEE International Symposium on Mixed and Augmented Reality (ISMAR), 2023 Dr. Li serves as a reviewer for various international XR conferences and journals, including IEEE ISMAR, ACM VRST, IEEE TVCG Journal, IEEE VR, and ACM SIGCHI. She has received special recognition for outstanding review work for TVCG journal and paper reviews. Her research is supported by the European Union-funded PRESENCE project and previously by the Helmholtz Graduate School for the Structure of Matter (DASHH) with Grant-No. HIDSS-0002, and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). Dr. Li is actively involved in the XR Lab at the University of Hamburg and has collaborated with researchers at the German Electron Synchrotron (DESY), the Cyber Interface Lab at the University of Tokyo, and the ARTANIM foundation. Her technical expertise spans Unity development, neural rendering implementation, sensor fusion techniques, and real-time system optimization for immersive applications.

Makena Coffmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Planning
• Energy and Climate Change Policy
• Resource Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Makena Coffman is a Professor in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning within the College of Social Sciences at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She concurrently serves as Director of the Institute for Sustainability and Resilience and holds a Research Fellow position with the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization (UHERO). Her academic credentials include: PhD in Economics, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa B.A. in International Relations with minor in Economics, Stanford University Professor Coffman specializes in regional economy-environment modeling with expertise in energy and climate policy. Her research focuses on greenhouse gas reduction strategies, renewable energy planning, low-carbon transportation systems, and sea level rise response mechanisms. Current work assesses regulatory frameworks for clean energy transitions in Hawai‘i and analyzes socioeconomic impacts of coastal inundation, providing critical insights for island community resilience. Her publication record demonstrates consistent thematic focus on economic dimensions of sustainability challenges. Key research trajectories include electric vehicle adoption dynamics, renewable energy integration economics, and climate adaptation policy effectiveness, predominantly using quantitative modeling approaches within Hawai‘i's unique island context. This work bridges environmental science and policy implementation through rigorous economic analysis. She received the College of Social Sciences Teaching Award in 2011 for her pedagogical excellence. Professor Coffman instructs graduate courses including Urban Economics (PLAN 603), Environmental Policies and Programs (PLAN 620), Climate Change and Energy Security (PLAN 625), Research Methods (PLAN 650), and Planning Practicum (PLAN 751). Her mentorship extends through thesis supervision in the Master's and PhD programs in Urban and Regional Planning, with research emphasizing practical sustainability solutions for Pacific island communities. As Director of the Institute for Sustainability and Resilience, she leads interdisciplinary teams developing climate adaptation strategies, while her UHERO affiliation facilitates economic impact analyses of environmental policies. These roles position her at the nexus of academic research and real-world sustainability implementation across Hawai‘i and the Pacific region.

Anna Gusakovaمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Stochastic Geometry
• Probability Theory
• Random Polytopes
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anna Gusakova is a Junior Professor at the Institute for Mathematical Stochastics, University of Münster, Germany. Her research lies at the intersection of stochastic geometry , probability theory , and high-dimensional analysis , with a focus on random polytopes, tessellations, and concentration phenomena. Education: She completed her Ph.D. under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Friedrich Götze, with a thesis titled Application of Probability Methods in Number Theory and Integral Geometry . Research Interests: Her work spans a broad range of topics including: Stochastic geometry of random polytopes and tessellations High-dimensional probability and concentration inequalities Poisson processes and their geometric applications Convex and integral geometry Number-theoretic aspects of random structures Publications Overview: Her recent publications demonstrate a deep engagement with theoretical foundations and asymptotic analysis in stochastic geometry. Notable contributions include studies on the β-Delaunay tessellation , spherical convex hulls , and concentration inequalities for Poisson functionals . These works often involve advanced tools from integral geometry, functional analysis, and probabilistic limit theory. Teaching and Mentorship: She teaches a variety of courses including master's seminars on stochastic geometry, probability theory, and high-dimensional probability. Her teaching emphasizes both theoretical depth and practical applications in modern probability and geometry. Collaborations and Grants: While specific grant details are not provided, her extensive collaboration network includes researchers like Christoph Thäle, Zakhar Kabluchko, and Florian Besau, indicating active participation in international research projects. Laboratory and Team: She is associated with the working group in Mathematical Stochastics at the University of Münster, contributing to a vibrant research environment in probability and geometry.

Christopher Rollo Larrisonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Community Mental Health Services
• Social Welfare Policy
• Mixed Methods Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christopher Rollo Larrison is an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois School of Social Work and Faculty Fellow for Sensitive Data in the Office of the CIO. He is affiliated with the Center for Social & Behavioral Science, focusing on community-based service agencies and their interaction with clients and policies to create equitable outcomes. BS, Human Behavior & Family Studies, Cornell University, 1988 MSW, University of Georgia, 1996 PhD, Social Work, University of Georgia, 1999 His research explores client- and agency-level factors influencing mental health service outcomes, including socioeconomic status, organizational climate, and policy impacts. He employs mixed methods and primary data collection in studies across U.S. mental health agencies, rural Mexico, and Georgia welfare systems. Recent publications analyze graduate student stress mitigation via animal-assisted interventions, Twitter discourse on student loan debt disparities, and first-generation student success metrics. His work has been recognized by HUD, GAO, and The World Bank as critical policy resources. Peer-reviewed articles cited by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Peer-reviewed articles cited by U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) Peer-reviewed articles cited by The World Bank NIMH-funded field project (1R34 MH074640-02A) on rural mental health outcomes

Daniel Nowinskiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Craniofacial Surgery
• Plastic Surgery
• Bone Regeneration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel Nowinski is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in Plastic Surgery at the Department of Surgical Sciences, Uppsala University. Holding both MD and PhD qualifications, he serves as a key researcher and educator specializing in craniofacial deformities. His academic work spans experimental and clinical research domains with significant contributions to understanding and treating craniosynostosis and cleft lip/palate conditions. Dr. Nowinski's research program focuses on two primary areas: experimental development of new materials and methods for bone regeneration in skull defects (conducted in collaboration with Professor Jöns Hilborn and Associate Professor Oommen Varghese at the Department of Chemistry), and comprehensive clinical research on craniosynostosis and cleft lip/palate conditions. His clinical work investigates brain development, genetic causes, surgical outcomes, intracranial pressure changes, eye function, speech development, and long-term results after bone grafting procedures. His extensive publication record demonstrates expertise across multiple dimensions of craniofacial surgery, with recent work focusing on ophthalmological outcomes in craniosynostosis patients, morphometric analysis of skull deformities, optimizing surgical techniques for cleft repair, and evaluating long-term academic outcomes. Dr. Nowinski also contributes significantly to medical education, lecturing on wound healing in the sixth semester of the medical program at Uppsala University.

• Basin analysis
• Sedimentary gravity flow
• Sandstone composition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tohru Ohta is a Professor at Waseda University's Faculty of Education and Integrated Arts and Sciences since 2017, with prior roles as Associate Professor (2012-2016) and part-time lecturer at Chiba University (2013). Holding a Doctorate in Science from Waseda University, Ohta is a member of prestigious societies including the Geological Society of Japan and American Geophysical Union . Ph.D. (Science) - Waseda University, 2004 M.Sc. (Earth and Planetary Sciences) - Kyushu University, 2000 Ohta's research focuses on sedimentological processes across diverse environments from Archean basins to modern lunar exploration . Key contributions include: Development of logratio analysis for sediment grain-size interpretation Creation of robust weathering indices applicable to mixed sedimentary rocks Design of Active X-ray Spectrometer for lunar surface analysis Establishing terrestrial-arid links during the Carnian Pluvial Episode Quantifying glacial grain abrasion through Fourier texture analysis Recent publications demonstrate systematic applications of multivariate statistics to sediment provenance and paleoclimate studies, particularly in Asian Mesozoic basins and lunar geochemistry . Ohta's work bridges terrestrial sedimentology with planetary exploration through innovative analytical methods. Professional engagements include: Editorial contributions to Earth-Science Reviews Invited lectures on compositional data analysis and AI applications in sedimentology Principal investigator roles in SELENE-2 lunar mission development

Reham Mohamed Aburasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• mobile computing
• security and privacy
• virtual reality security
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Reham Mohamed Aburas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) in Sharjah, UAE. Her academic career spans research and teaching in mobile computing security, with a focus on advancing secure and privacy-preserving technologies for modern devices across multiple platforms including smartphones and emerging virtual reality systems. Dr. Aburas earned her Ph.D. in Computer Science from Purdue University, where she worked with Professor Z. Berkay Celik at the PurSec Lab. Prior to that, she completed both her B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees in Computer and Systems Engineering from Alexandria University in Egypt, establishing her technical foundation in systems engineering. Her primary research centers on the advancement of security, privacy, and usability of mobile computing technologies. In today's world, where modern devices are ubiquitous and technology is deeply integrated into various aspects of daily life, Dr. Aburas focuses on developing advanced systems that enrich user experiences while preserving security and privacy. Her work spans multiple domains including: Mobile security and privacy vulnerabilities Virtual and augmented reality security Biometric authentication systems User-centered security design Location privacy in mixed reality environments Arabic natural language processing Dr. Aburas's publication record demonstrates a strong trajectory from foundational work in mobile computing and indoor localization to cutting-edge research in virtual reality and mixed reality security. Her recent work (2023-2025) has focused on emerging threats in WebXR and VR environments, including UI attacks, speech extraction from sensors, and semantic location inference. She has published in top security venues including USENIX Security Symposium and NDSS, indicating the high impact and relevance of her research in the security community. Her earlier work (2014-2020) established expertise in mobile security, biometric authentication, and Arabic language processing through the Al-Bayan project. As an educator, Dr. Aburas has served as a course instructor at AUS, teaching subjects including COE 59412: Usable Security and Privacy and CMP 340: Design and Analysis of Algorithms. She has also served as a Teaching Assistant at Purdue University for courses including Great Issues in Computer Science, Data Mining, and Data Engineering in Python. At Alexandria University, she taught Probability Theory, Statistics, Data Mining, and Data Structures, demonstrating expertise across both theoretical computer science and practical security applications. Her research appears to be conducted in collaboration with the PurSec Lab at Purdue University, where she completed her Ph.D. Her work shows strong interdisciplinary connections between computer science, human-computer interaction, and security engineering, with particular attention to the practical usability aspects of security systems.