جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Computer Science
• Virtual Reality
• Scientific Visualization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David H Laidlaw is a Professor of Computer Science at Brown University, specializing in virtual reality, scientific visualization, and medical imaging. His work spans interdisciplinary applications in neuroscience, biomedical research, and educational tools. Brown University Affiliation Department of Computer Science His research focuses on: Immersive visualization for complex data analysis Diffusion MRI and neuroimaging techniques Human-computer interaction in virtual environments 3D interaction methods for scientific exploration Collaborative visualization tools for multidisciplinary teams Recent trends in his publications highlight advancements in: Graph neural networks for biomedical data Memory-efficient segmentation algorithms Perceptual studies in VR environments Annotation and analysis of placental vasculature Technological innovations in foot dynamics research He teaches courses in virtual reality design and scientific visualization, including: CSCI 1370 - Virtual Reality Design for Science CSCI 1951S - Virtual Reality Software Review CSCI 1951T - Surveying VR Data Visualization Software CSCI 2370 - Interdisciplinary Scientific Visualization

• Verification and Validation
• Search-Based Software Engineering
• Autonomous Driving
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shaukat Ali serves as Research Professor and Head of the Department of Engineering Complex Software Systems at Simula Research Laboratory, concurrently holding the title of Chief Research Scientist. His academic leadership drives innovation at the critical nexus of quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and software engineering, with concentrated expertise in verification, validation, and testing methodologies for complex systems including cyber-physical infrastructures and autonomous robotics. His primary research domains encompass: Verification and Validation Search-Based Software Engineering Autonomous Driving Systems Cyber-Physical Systems Engineering Digital Twin Technologies Quantum Software Engineering Analysis of recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a decisive trend toward quantum-AI convergence in software engineering, particularly through quantum software testing frameworks and AI foundation models applied to cyber-physical systems. His work systematically addresses noise mitigation in quantum hardware, uncertainty quantification in adaptive robotics, and novel testing paradigms using vision-language models for industrial robotics—demonstrating both theoretical rigor and industrial applicability. As department head, Ali spearheads strategic research directions in complex software systems, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration while actively shaping quantum software engineering through workshops like QAI2024 and Q-SANER 2024. His invited presentations at venues including JYU Quantum Electronics and EU-Korea Quantum Forums underscore his influence in defining emerging research landscapes.

• Race and Utopian Studies
• American Literature
• Film Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Edward K. CHAN is Professor of American Studies in Waseda University's School of Culture, Media and Society and Department of Transcultural Studies, where he has served since 2018 after holding academic positions at Aichi University, Nagoya University, and Kennesaw State University. His career demonstrates sustained transnational engagement with American cultural production through Japanese institutional frameworks. His educational trajectory includes a PhD in English from the University of Rochester (2004), MA in English from California State University, Fullerton (1993), and BA in English from the University of California, Riverside (1989). CHAN's research interrogates the racialized foundations of utopian thought, particularly examining how white nationalist movements construct utopian visions through neoliberal frameworks. His scholarship spans American literature, film studies, and transnational cultural consumption, with special focus on science fiction, dystopian narratives, and the intersection of race with family ideology. This work reveals consistent patterns in how racial hierarchies are naturalized through cultural production across historical periods. His publication trajectory demonstrates deepening engagement with white power ideology, evolving from foundational work on 1970s utopian subjectivity to contemporary analyses of neoliberal whiteness. The 2023 monograph 'White Power and American Neoliberal Culture' represents a culmination of this research arc, systematically documenting the convergence of economic restructuring and racialized utopianism in 21st-century America. His scientific recognition includes: University College Distinguished Research & Creative Activity Award (2010, Kennesaw State University) Eugenio Battisti Award for Best Article in Utopian Studies for 2006 (2007, Society for Utopian Studies) As President of the Society for Utopian Studies (2024-present), he mentors emerging scholars through international symposia like the 2024 'Utopia/Dystopia, Race, Nation' event funded by Waseda University grants. His teaching portfolio encompasses comprehensive undergraduate and graduate instruction in American literature, film studies, and postcolonial theory, with 2025 syllabi showing active course development. He currently leads the 'Racial Utopianism and Cultural Representation' research project, fostering international collaborations between Japanese and global scholars while supervising graduate research in transcultural studies through Waseda's Department of Transcultural Studies.

Douglas Yuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Metabarcoding
• Rapid Biodiversity Assessment
• Environmental DNA (eDNA)
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Douglas Yu is a Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of East Anglia (UEA), where he also serves as Principal Investigator and Director of the Ecology, Conservation, and Environment Center (ECEC), a joint venture with the Kunming Institute of Zoology. He is a member of the Centre for Ecology, Evolution and Conservation and the Organisms and the Environment research group. His research focuses on cooperation in ecological systems, particularly mutualisms between species and conservation as cooperation between humans and nature. Key methodologies include environmental DNA (eDNA), metabarcoding, and game theory. He co-founded NatureMetrics to commercialize biodiversity monitoring tools. His work spans tropical ecology, conservation genetics, and human-wildlife conflict resolution, notably in the Amazon. His recent research outputs highlight trends in molecular biodiversity assessment, landscape-scale eDNA analysis, and integrating remote sensing with ecological data. He leads multiple NERC-funded projects and industry collaborations focused on pollination services, cocoa sustainability, and statistical frameworks for eDNA. He is actively involved in scientific governance, serving on the NERC Biomolecular Analysis Facility Steering Committee and UKRI grant panels. He also contributes to public discourse through media appearances on topics like leech-based disease surveillance and bee conservation. He teaches courses in evolutionary biology, conservation genetics, and statistical modeling using R. He welcomes PhD and postdoctoral researchers, especially those interested in fieldwork in East Asia.

• Source Water Protection Planning
• Watershed Planning
• First Nations Water Security
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Robert Patrick is a Professor in the Department of Geography and Planning at the College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan. His work centres on land-use and watershed planning, with a particular emphasis on source-water protection and Indigenous water security, especially among First Nations communities across Alberta and Saskatchewan. Research Focus Source-water protection planning to reduce contamination risks to public drinking-water supplies. Collaborative watershed planning with First Nations communities. Climate-change adaptation strategies integrated into community-based water governance. Urban water issues and nature-based solutions to climate impacts. Regional planning that incorporates Indigenous planning methodologies. Scientific Awards & Honours Distinguished Teacher Award, College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan (2023) Teaching Excellence Award, College of Arts and Science, University of Saskatchewan (2014) U of S Students' Union Teaching Award Nominations (2012, 2009) Graduate Student Supervision Since 2010, Professor Patrick has successfully supervised over 25 graduate students (MA, MSEM, MNGD, and PhD levels). Notable recent graduates include: Warrick Baijius, Ph.D. 2022 Alan Akobundu, MA 2021 Obadiah Awume, MA 2019 Juliane Schultz, MA 2019 Rosalena Smith, MNGD 2018 Carley Coccola, MSEM 2018 Veronica Mauel, MSEM 2018 John Desjarlais, MNGD 2018 Autumn Carlson, MNDG 2017 Michael Dawe, MSEM 2016 Bronwyn Cowan, MNDG 2016 Janet Daigneault, MNGD 2016 Kellie Grant, MA 2016 Azhar Al Ibrahim, MA 2015 Warrick Baijius, MA 2015 Francis Goulet, MNGD 2015 Kelly Richardson, M.SEM 2015 Kyle Young, M. SEM 2014 Kurtis Trefry, M.SEM 2013 Hanyang Wang, MA 2013 Firas Younes, M. SEM 2012 Nadine Lemoine, MA 2012 Jostein Misfeld, M.SEM 2012 Franny Rawlyk, MA 2012 Dee Johns, MNGD 2012 Brittany Morgan, M.SEM 2011 Jesse Skwaruk, MA 2011 Emily Heffring, M.SEM 2010 Teaching & Courses GEOG 240 (2023) PLAN 442 (2023) Regular offerings in Planning, Regional Planning, Sustainable Cities and Regions, and Watershed Planning.

Janille Smith-Colinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Transportation Systems
• Infrastructure Resilience
• Equity in Civil Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Janille Smith-Colin is the J. Lindsay Embrey Trustee Assistant Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU), where she leads the Smith-Colin Research Group. As a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Jr. Editor for the ASCE Journal of Infrastructure Systems, her work bridges infrastructure management with social equity. She serves on the Transportation Research Board Standing Committee on Transportation Planning Analysis and Application (AEP15). Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from University of Wisconsin-Madison Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Studies from Lafayette College Smith-Colin's research centers on sociotechnical systems modeling to advance equity, sustainability, and resilience in transportation infrastructure. She employs system dynamics and spatial analysis to examine transportation as a social determinant of health, with emphasis on underserved communities. Her engineering education work integrates community-based participatory research and design thinking to develop inclusive pedagogical approaches. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward data-driven equity assessment, utilizing social media mining, mobile trajectory data, and spatial analytics to investigate infrastructure deserts, micromobility access, and health impacts. She pioneers social return on investment (SROI) frameworks for transportation solutions, connecting civil engineering with public health and disaster resilience through interdisciplinary methodologies. Scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award, International Conference on Transportation & Development (2023) Golden Mustang Teaching Award, SMU (2023) National Academies Gulf Coast Research Program Early Career Fellowship (2021) ASCE ExCEED Teaching Fellow (2019) Her research is funded by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, with grants supporting equity-focused transportation projects. While student advisees aren't explicitly listed, her community-based research approach indicates active mentorship in solving civil engineering challenges for marginalized groups. She also contributes to transportation policy through regional collaborations. The Smith-Colin Research Group develops evidence-based tools for infrastructure equity, conducting spatial analysis of transportation systems and health outcomes. Current projects involve system dynamics modeling for social sustainability, Twitter-based crisis response monitoring, and partnerships with Dallas-area agencies to map infrastructure deficiencies and mobility barriers.

Andrew D. Eatonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social Work
• Health Disparities
• HIV/AIDS Research
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew D. Eaton is an Assistant Professor at the University of Regina’s Faculty of Social Work (Saskatoon Campus) and holds a Status-Only Assistant Professorship at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto. He earned his PhD and MSW from the University of Toronto and his BSW from Toronto Metropolitan University. His research focuses on HIV/AIDS, mental health crises, aging populations, sexual health, and harm reduction, with a commitment to community-based participatory research. Eaton’s work addresses complex comorbidities affecting marginalized groups, particularly sexual and gender minorities. He leads projects such as the '3 Infections, 1 Fight Study' using geospatial tools to reduce harm from injection drug use, and the 'ReportNeedles.ca' initiative to map needle disposal hotspots. His studies also explore cognitive remediation therapies for aging HIV-positive populations and crisis mental health response models. He holds grants from CIHR, SSHRC, CTN, and OHTN. His publications emphasize innovative interventions, including cognitive training programs, civilian-led crisis response systems, and global comparative studies on sexual identities. Eaton’s lab (eaton-lab.com) fosters collaboration between academics, practitioners, and communities to translate research into actionable health policies and practices.

Lukas Engelmannمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• History of Epidemiology
• History of Science and Medicine
• Digital Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lukas Engelmann is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh , specifically within the Science, Technology and Innovation Studies department under the School of Social and Political Science . His research focuses on the history and sociology of biomedicine , with particular interest in epidemiological reasoning , visual cultures of disease , digital epidemiology , and decolonial approaches to medical history . The Epidemy Lab , which he founded, explores the historical development of epidemiology and its contemporary influence on data-driven public health and pandemic policy-making . Engelmann's work has been funded by prestigious grants including an ERC Starting Grant (2021-2025) for his research on the history of epidemiological reasoning, and support from the Wellcome Trust for projects examining the social dimensions of digital health . His book 'Mapping AIDS' (2018) established him as a leading scholar in medical visualization , while 'Sulphuric Utopias' (2020) with Christos Lynteris explores the technological history of maritime sanitation and its political implications. Recent publications emphasize the visual and data practices that have shaped epidemiology, including works on epidemic modeling during the COVID-19 pandemic , the history of plague mapping , and the ethical implications of digital phenotyping . He has also contributed to interdisciplinary discussions on syndemics , co-infection epistemology , and the commercialization of bacteriology in the early 20th century. His scientific contributions have earned recognition through editorial roles in journals like Big Data and Society , and collaborative projects such as 'Working with Diagrams' (2022) which investigates the epistemological role of visual tools in medical knowledge production. Scientific Awards and Funding: ERC Starting Grant (2021-2025) Wellcome Trust Institutional Support Fund British Academy/Leverhulme Small Research Grant Chancellor's Fellowship (University of Edinburgh) 'Sulphuric Utopias' listed in The Guardian's 30 Books to Understand the World (2020)

Stephen Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)
• Computer Architecture
• CAD Algorithms
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stephen Brown is a Professor at the University of Toronto within the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering under the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering. He earned his B.A.Sc and M.A.Sc in Electrical Engineering from the University of Toronto and New Brunswick, respectively, and a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Toronto (1992). His career spans over two decades in academia and industry collaboration. Education : B.A.Sc, University of New Brunswick M.A.Sc, University of Toronto Ph.D, University of Toronto Professor Brown’s research focuses on field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) , CAD algorithms , and computer architecture , with applications in machine learning and high-level synthesis . He is a principal investigator in the LegUp project , an open-source high-level synthesis framework that bridges software and hardware design. His work also extends to optimizing FPGA interconnect delays, physical synthesis, and logic block architectures. Key trends in his publications include advancements in high-level synthesis tools, FPGA architecture evaluation, and timing-driven design methodologies. His contributions often intersect with design automation , resource sharing , and embedded systems . Scientific Awards : NSERC 1992 Doctoral Prize Hart Professorship for Innovation in Teaching (2017) Multiple teaching excellence awards Best Paper Award at ICCAD 1990 Best Paper Award nomination at Canadian Conference on VLSI (1989) As Director of the FPGA University Program at Intel Corporation, he leads industry-academia initiatives. His teaching portfolio includes courses like ECE253 (Digital Logic) and ECE1733F (Switching Theory).

Craig L. Justمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Use of sensors to measure water quality
• Freshwater mussels as living biosensors
• Fate of pharmaceuticals in wastewater treatment
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Craig L. Just holds the Donald E. Bently Professorship in Engineering and serves as a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Iowa's College of Engineering. He also works as a Faculty Research Engineer at IIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering. With a PhD in Environmental Engineering and Science (2001) and an MA in Chemistry (1994), both from the University of Iowa and University of Northern Iowa respectively, his career spans over two decades of academic and practical contributions. Education: PhD, Environmental Engineering and Science, University of Iowa (2001) MA, Chemistry, University of Northern Iowa (1994) BS, Chemistry, University of Northern Iowa (1992) Dr. Just's research focuses on water quality monitoring through sensor technology, freshwater mussel biosensing , pharmaceutical contaminant removal , and PCB exposure analysis from dredging operations. His work bridges environmental engineering with ecological health and sustainable systems. Recent publications highlight trends in anaerobic digestion optimization , PCB emission characterization , and machine learning applications for biogas prediction. He has extensively studied constructed wetlands , nitrogen cycling , and flood risk mitigation in agricultural and urban contexts. As director of the Iowa Wastewater and Waste to Energy Research Program, he leads initiatives connecting bioremediation , smart infrastructure , and community engagement . His projects span from hydrological modeling in Iowa to international water programs in Honduras.

• Health Economics
• Health Services Research
• Applied Econometrics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr Elisabeth Huynh is a Senior Research Fellow at the Australian National University's Centre of Epidemiology for Policy and Practice. She specializes in health economics, focusing on understanding health-related preferences, choice behavior, and economic evaluations in public policy and medical interventions. Education: PhD in Economics (Econometrics) and B.Com from the University of Sydney. Affiliations: Research Affiliate at the University of Sydney (2021-2026). Research Interests: Her work spans health economics, applied econometrics, and public policy, with specific contributions to discrete choice experiments, best-worst scaling, health workforce dynamics, healthy aging, nutrition interventions, and quality-of-life valuation. She investigates decision-making patterns in health care, including patient preferences, end-of-life care, and health service provider behavior. Publications: Her recent articles focus on pediatric quality-of-life metrics, pandemic preparedness modeling, dietary supplement choices during pregnancy, and workforce dynamics in health care. These studies employ advanced econometric methods and systematic reviews to inform policy decisions. Supervision: Elisabeth supervises PhD candidates exploring topics like child health valuation, chronic disease management, and maternal nutrition programs.

Asier Monevaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Criminology
• Cybercrime
• Environmental Criminology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Asier Moneva is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR) and The Hague University of Applied Sciences , specializing in cybercrime , environmental criminology , and situational crime prevention . His work focuses on offender decision-making in cyberspace, cybercrime victimization patterns, and the application of data science to crime analysis. Education : PhD in Criminology (2020), Master in Crime Analysis and Prevention (cum laude, 2017) from Miguel Hernández University. Current Role : Analyzing cybercrime patterns through environmental criminology frameworks and data science methodologies. Moneva's research examines longitudinal offending patterns in cybercrime, particularly through analyses of web defacement archives ( Zone-H data) and hacker behavior. His studies reveal extreme concentration of cybercrime among chronic offenders, with 2.9% of hackers responsible for 68.5% of defacements. He also investigates repeat victimization dynamics in digital environments and the effectiveness of warning banners as deterrents. Recent publications focus on ransomware payment decisions by SMEs, stolen data markets on Telegram, and the intersection of familial relationships with cybercrime involvement. His work combines quasi-experimental designs , crime scripting , and conjunctive analysis to develop prevention strategies.

• Spanish for the Professions
• Translation and Interpreting
• Language Access Policies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Reynaldo Romero serves as Associate Professor in the Department of History, Humanities and Languages at the University of Houston-Downtown, where he has maintained active teaching and research since at least 2012. His academic foundation spans linguistics, public health, and translation studies across multiple institutions. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics from Georgetown University (Dissertation: Structural Consequences of Language Shift: Judeo-Spanish in Istanbul) M.P.H. in Community Health Practice from UTHealth (Dissertation: Beliefs on COVID-19 vaccination among Hispanic day laborers) M.A. in Translation from Kent State University Multiple B.A. degrees in French, General Linguistics, and Spanish Language/Linguistics from Rice University Romero's research creates critical intersections between linguistic theory and real-world applications. His work on Spanish for the Professions establishes frameworks for medical and legal interpreting while addressing systemic language access barriers. The scholarship on endangered languages—particularly Judeo-Spanish and Afro-Hispanic varieties—combines rigorous documentation with urgent revitalization efforts. His healthcare access research directly engages Houston's linguistic minorities through community-based projects like the Medical Translation Project with HISD. Recent publications reveal three dominant trajectories: (1) advancing methodologies in Afro-Hispanic linguistics through collaborative edited volumes; (2) developing social justice frameworks for marginalized language communities; and (3) documenting endangered linguistic varieties with innovative digital approaches. These threads converge in his community-engaged scholarship that bridges academic research and practical language access solutions. Professional recognition includes: Certified Translator status from the American Translators Association Advanced Professional Analytic Linguist certification Specialized medical and legal interpreter credentials Online teaching certification with digital tools specialization Romero's grant activity demonstrates sustained commitment to practical applications of linguistic research. Current projects include 'Promoting the Critical and Responsible Use of Digital Tools and AI in Written Tasks' (2024-2025), while past work developed medical interpreter training during disaster relief and language access protocols for healthcare settings. His service learning initiatives—like the Medical Translation Project with Houston ISD—create tangible community impact while advancing pedagogical innovation. Through the Medical Translation Project and language access advocacy, Romero cultivates collaborative spaces where academic research directly serves Houston's linguistic minorities. His work with heritage speakers and endangered language communities establishes frameworks for linguistic empowerment beyond traditional academic boundaries.

Maria Antoniakمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• natural language processing
• cultural analytics
• interdisciplinary research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Maria Antoniak is an Assistant Professor in Computer Science at the University of Colorado Boulder, with affiliations to the Department of Information Science. Her research bridges natural language processing and cultural analytics, focusing on computational methods to analyze language-culture intersections in online communities and healthcare settings. Her recent work explores research cultures and LLM adaptations (ACL 2025), ethical human-LLM interactions (COLM 2024), and story detection in digital spaces (ACL 2024). Publications span maternal healthcare NLP (FAccT 2024), bias measurement (ACL 2021), and narrative power dynamics (CSCW 2019). She has served on editorial boards for the Journal of Cultural Analytics and Computational Humanities Research (CHR) Journal, and as Senior Area Chair for ACL 2025. Her outreach includes founding AI for Humanists workshops and developing cultural analytics tools like Little Mallet Wrapper and Riveter. Antoniak completed her PhD in Information Science at Cornell University, advised by David Mimno, and holds an MS in Computational Linguistics from the University of Washington. She is actively recruiting students for Fall 2026 and has taught NLP-related courses at multiple institutions globally.

Thomas Schlagمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Practical Theology
• Religious Education
• Digital Religion
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Thomas Schlag is Professor of Practical Theology at the University of Zurich , with research foci in religious education, church theory, and pastoral theology . He directs the university-wide research focus "Digital Religion(s): Communication, Interaction and Transformation in the Digital Society" , exploring the intersection of theology and digital culture. His career includes roles as Chairman of the Center for Church Development (ZKE) and Dean of the Faculty of Theology (2014–2016). Key Research Areas : Digital religion, public theology, interreligious education, confirmation work, church development, and socio-political theology. Academic Leadership : Directed international studies on confirmation work, co-edited interdisciplinary theological compendiums, and contributed to debates on state religious education and digital ethics. Recent Publications (2024–2025) examine digital media in religious education, Swiss church reform, theological responses to polarization, and interfaith educational models. His "Digital Religion(s)" program analyzes church-state-civil society dynamics in digital societies. He teaches courses on existential religious education , digital transformation , and ecclesiological-practical semesters . Collaborations include the European Network for Confirmation Work , International Academy of Practical Theology , and projects with Swiss and international theological institutions. His work bridges digital innovation , democratic education , and pastoral care in virtual environments .