جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Environmental Epidemiology
• Toxicology
• Pollen and Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Nicholas J. Osborne is Theme Leader for Environmental Health Epidemiology at the Queensland Alliance for Environmental Health Sciences (QAEHS), University of Queensland, and Program Director for the Masters of Environmental Health Sciences. Previously affiliated with the Universities of NSW, Sydney, Exeter, Melbourne, Portsmouth, and Flinders, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, and Cancer Council Victoria, he maintains active roles through UQ's research centers. His academic background includes: BSc (Honors) in Science MAgSc (Master of Agricultural Science) PhD from the School of Population Health, University of Queensland, focused on cyanobacterial toxins and public health effects in southeast Queensland Dr. Osborne specializes in environmental epidemiology examining disease etiology through exposure assessment. Key areas include pollen-respiratory health linkages, chronic kidney disease in low- and middle-income countries, greenspace benefits (metabolic health, vitamin D), indoor air quality (mold, asthma), and climate change impacts (heatwaves, ENSO). His methodology integrates primary data collection (HealthNuts, Cornwall Housing Study) and secondary cohort analysis (UK Biobank, NHANES), using regression models and structural equation analysis to map exposure pathways. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal dominant trends: 7/15 works analyze greenspace health effects via UK Biobank, 5/15 address heatwave vulnerability in Australia, and 3/15 investigate pollen-climate interactions. Studies consistently employ interdisciplinary approaches linking environmental data with health outcomes, emphasizing mediation analysis and climate attribution. Dr. Osborne has supervised 6 PhD students to completion (2 primary, 4 co-supervisor) and currently mentors 4 PhD candidates. Editorial roles include: Associate Editor, Archives of Environmental and Occupational Health (since 2011) Editorial Board, International Journal of Epidemiology Editorial Board, International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health Editorial Board, Pediatric Allergy, Immunology and Pulmonology Research projects span HealthIron (iron overload), HealthNuts (food allergy), PollerGEN (pollen DNA), and Sri Lanka CKDu studies. As Theme Leader at QAEHS, he directs the Environmental Health Epidemiology team and collaborates with the Minderoo Centre on plastic pollution research. His work integrates environmental data linkage, field studies, and big data mashups (e.g., MEDMI project) for population health analysis.

• Head and Neck Cancer
• Quality of Life
• Patient-Reported Outcome
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maarten Dorr is a Researcher in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery at Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, specializing in head and neck cancer with emphasis on quality of life metrics, patient-reported outcomes, and palliative-phase decision support systems. His research portfolio centers on: Head and Neck Cancer prognosis modeling Patient-Reported Outcome validation Individualized prognostic counseling frameworks Metastatic disease quality-of-life assessment End-of-life decision pathways Distress syndrome interventions He integrates clinical oncology with patient-centered care through dynamic prediction tools and outcome-based value analysis. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate cohesive focus on palliative decision architecture, metastatic quality-of-life differentials, and voice rehabilitation modeling. His work bridges clinical oncology with patient experience metrics through predictive analytics and individualized prognostic frameworks. No scientific awards were documented in available sources.

• Labour Market
• Poverty
• Institutions
• +۴ مورد دیگر

J.C. Vrooman is a Professor at Utrecht University and a Strategic Advisor/Researcher at The Netherlands Institute for Social Research (SCP). He holds a PhD from Tilburg University and an MA from Erasmus University Rotterdam , both earned cum laude. His work centers on social and behavioral sciences , particularly in Sociology , with a focus on Labor Market , Poverty , Social Participation , and Social Security . He has led numerous national and international research projects and served on the board of the Dutch Sociological Association . Research Trends in his recent articles highlight multidimensional inequality , intersectionality , and capital dynamics in the Netherlands. Key topics include social stratification , neighborhood contexts in refugee integration, health disparities , and intergenerational benefit receipt . He employs quantitative and quasi-experimental methods , often linking economic , social , and cultural capital to societal challenges. Secondary Activities include roles at SCP , where he contributes to national policy via research on poverty metrics and labor market equity . His work spans public health (e.g., pandemic impacts on mental health), welfare transitions , and institutional reforms in social security. He is fluent in English , German , and French , and his findings are frequently disseminated via SCP reports and peer-reviewed journals .

Erica L. Belmontمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Combustion
• Biomass Energy
• Renewable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erica L. Belmont is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wyoming, leading the Belmont Energy Research Group (BERG). Her work focuses on experimental combustion science, renewable energy conversion, and sustainable materials development within the university's Carnegie R1 research framework. Her academic credentials include: B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Tufts University M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin Dr. Belmont's research integrates three interconnected domains: low-temperature combustion chemistry (particularly cool flames for advanced engine applications), biomass energy systems (including co-combustion of beetle-kill wood with coal), and biochar valorization (for carbon sequestration and materials production). Her experimental approach combines species/temperature measurements with numerical modeling to address energy efficiency and environmental sustainability challenges. Recent publications demonstrate consistent innovation in combustion diagnostics and biomass thermochemical conversion, with increasing emphasis on wildfire-derived carbon analysis and sustainable material synthesis. The work bridges fundamental chemical kinetics with practical energy applications, particularly in Western U.S. contexts affected by bark beetle infestations. She mentors a robust cohort of graduate researchers, with 21 advised students (11 Ph.D., 10 M.S.) contributing to BERG's mission. Her group secures research support through university and external partnerships focused on clean energy transitions. BELMONT ENERGY RESEARCH GROUP (BERG) operates specialized facilities for cool flame stabilization, biomass pyrolysis/gasification, and biochar characterization. Current projects include wildfire carbon quantification in Medicine Bow National Forest and development of biomass-derived battery components, reflecting Wyoming's energy landscape and ecological challenges.

Karolina Szymborskaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Child Studies
• Literary Anthropology
• Cultural Anthropology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Karolina Szymborska serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Cultural Anthropology within the Faculty of Cultural Studies at the University of Białystok. Her academic work bridges literary anthropology and interdisciplinary child studies, focusing on historical and contemporary representations of childhood across cultural domains. Her research interests span child studies , literary anthropology , and affective philosophy of childhood . Key areas include postmodern fairy tales, child thanatology, boyology, pedology, cultural memory, and children's film. She develops educational frameworks like the prefigurative method and exopedagogy, emphasizing child agency in cultural production and pedagogical innovation. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2013-2022) reveals consistent focus on childhood representation across literary, cultural, and philosophical contexts. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary integration, particularly between literary theory, cultural anthropology, and educational practice, with recurring themes of child agency and cultural memory construction. She actively coordinates research initiatives including the international "Together for Education" project (2017-2023), implementing pedagogical innovations in Polish schools worldwide through Ministry of Education funding. Since 2022, she executes the Henryk Sienkiewicz "Writings" critical edition grant. As editor of the "Children Studies. Literature-Theory-Life" publishing series, she facilitates international scholarly dialogue on child studies methodology. Szymborska directs cultural-educational activities through "Wspólnota Polska" Association, developing programs that engage students in co-creating educational materials. Her work extends to Polish diaspora communities across 15 countries, emphasizing child-centered cultural production and transnational educational exchange.

Sylvain Brisseمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Bacterial Epidemiology
• Genomic Surveillance
• Antimicrobial Resistance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sylvain Brisse is a Researcher at the Institut Pasteur , leading the Biodiversity and Epidemiology of Bacterial Pathogens lab. His work focuses on three major public health threats: multidrug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae , Bordetella pertussis (whooping cough), and Corynebacterium diphtheriae (diphtheria). Key Research Areas: Genomic epidemiology and population biology of bacterial pathogens Integrative approaches combining microbiology, proteomics, and bioinformatics Development of genomic nomenclature systems via BIGSdb-Pasteur Projects: Principal Investigator for the European Reference Laboratory for Public Health on Diphtheria and Whooping Cough Coordinator of the KlebNet One Health network for Klebsiella surveillance Lead for Genomic taxonomy initiatives establishing universal strain nomenclature Recent Publication Trends (2025-2022) demonstrate: 75% focus on Klebsiella pneumoniae genomics and resistance mechanisms 15% on Bordetella vaccine escape and disease severity 10% on Corynebacterium species evolution and toxin production

Chandi Witharanaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Remote Sensing
• Geospatial Analysis
• Arctic Permafrost Mapping
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chandi Witharana is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Natural Resources and the Environment at the University of Connecticut's College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources. Previously, they served as Assistant Professor in Residence (2020-2023), Assistant Research Professor (2018-2020), and Visiting Assistant Professor (2016-2018) at UConn. Their academic journey includes a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at SUNY Stony Brook (2014-2016) and graduate work at UConn where they earned their PhD in Remote Sensing in 2014. Dr. Witharana teaches courses in high-resolution remote sensing, geospatial analysis, and introductory geomatics. Dr. Witharana's educational background includes: PhD in Remote Sensing, University of Connecticut (2014) MS in GIScience, University of Connecticut (2009) BS in Geology, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2005) Dr. Witharana's research focuses on methodological developments for analyzing large volumes of multi-modal remote sensing data for environmental, industrial, and agricultural applications, with special emphasis on Arctic Permafrost remote sensing. They harness sub-meter resolution satellite imagery, AI, and high-performance computing resources to map permafrost landforms, monitor thaw disturbances, and assess risks to human-built infrastructure in the Arctic. Their work extends beyond research to include innovative applications of remote sensing in K-12 STEM education through imagery-enabled lesson plans. Dr. Witharana aims to use cutting-edge geospatial technologies as transformative learning instruments to help students understand complex human-environment interactions. The recent publications of Dr. Witharana demonstrate a strong focus on applying advanced AI and remote sensing techniques to Arctic permafrost monitoring and infrastructure risk assessment. Their work increasingly incorporates vision transformers and deep learning models for more accurate detection of permafrost features and unhealthy tree crowns. There's a clear trend toward developing scalable geospatial datasets with standardized approaches, particularly for retrogressive thaw slumps. Many publications address practical applications including power outage risk modeling, forest management for storm resistance, and infrastructure monitoring in changing Arctic landscapes. The research shows growing interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental science, computer science, and engineering domains. Dr. Witharana has secured significant research funding as PI or Co-PI on numerous grants totaling over $14 million, including: NSF's Permafrost Discovery Gateway project ($3,000,000) Google-funded research on tracking Arctic permafrost thaw ($5,000,000) NSF's role of capillaries in the Arctic hydrologic system ($2,000,000) USDA projects on drone imaging for nutrient deficiency detection ($200,000) Eversource Energy projects on tree risk modeling ($275,000) As an educator, Dr. Witharana mentors students through research projects funded by these grants and teaches specialized courses in remote sensing and geospatial analysis. They serve as Director of the Remote Sensing & Geospatial Data Analytics Graduate Program and as a Steering Committee Member for UConn's Data Science Masters Program. Dr. Witharana is also an Editorial Advisory Board Member for the ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing and regularly reviews proposals for NSF and other agencies. Their research group leverages high-performance computing resources including Frontera/NSF and XSEDE allocations for large-scale geospatial analysis. Dr. Witharana leads research teams focused on Arctic permafrost monitoring and geospatial AI applications, collaborating with institutions including University of Alaska-Fairbanks, Woodwell Climate Research Center, and UC Santa Barbara. Their work involves developing advanced workflows for processing satellite imagery and implementing machine learning models for environmental monitoring. The research group actively engages in developing educational applications of remote sensing technology, particularly for K-12 STEM education.

Pianpian Caoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Epidemiology
• Biostatistics
• Mathematical Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Pianpian Cao is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Health at Purdue University . Her work bridges Epidemiology, Statistics, and Mathematics to investigate cancer etiology, progression, and prevention strategies. She has developed influential models for lung cancer screening and tobacco control policies. PhD in Epidemiology, 2021, University of Michigan MPH in Epidemiology, 2016, University of Michigan BS in Math and Statistics, 2014, Purdue University Dr. Cao specializes in cancer prevention and control , with a focus on Risk prediction modeling Smoking cessation interventions Age-period-cohort analysis Health disparities research Simulation of cancer screening guidelines Her recent publications highlight lung cancer epidemiology , equity in screening , and smoking pattern analysis . Her work spans biostatistical modeling , public health policy , and health equity assessments. Current projects include Comparative Modeling of Lung Cancer Prevention (U01 CA253858), contributing to national policy reforms.

• Econometrics
• Applied Microeconomics
• Quantitative Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel Gutknecht, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Economic Policy & Quantitative Methods (EQ) at the Faculty of Economics, Goethe University Frankfurt am Main. His academic work spans econometrics, applied microeconomics, and quantitative methods, with a focus on causal inference and time series analysis. Econometrics Methodology Quantile Regression Panel Data Analysis Nonlinear Models Recent research contributions include advanced econometric techniques such as staggered adoption DiD designs, sparsity tests for high-dimensional regressions, and intercept estimation in nonlinear selection models. His publications address critical challenges in quantile forecast optimality, nowcasting monotonicity, and heaped duration data modeling, reflecting interdisciplinary applications in public health and macroeconomic policy. Current teaching includes Advanced Econometrics 1 and Fundamentals of Econometrics for the Winter semester 2025/26. Contact details: Office RuW 3.211, Theodor-W.-Adorno-Platz 4, Frankfurt am Main; email: gutknecht@wiwi.uni-frankfurt.de .

I.V. Ramakrishnanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Logic
• Machine Learning/Computational Logic Combination
• +۲ مورد دیگر

I.V. Ramakrishnan is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Stony Brook University. His research spans Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Machine Learning, Information Retrieval, and Computer Accessibility. Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Texas at Austin (1983) His work focuses on advancing AI and machine learning to solve accessibility challenges for visually impaired users, healthcare informatics, and robotic manipulation. Key contributions include leveraging large language models for multimodal text correction, developing gesture recognition systems for blind users, and applying reinforcement learning to medical data analysis. Recent publications highlight the integration of LLMs in accessibility tools, AI-driven healthcare solutions (e.g., mortality risk prediction, physician attribution), and robotics innovations (e.g., manipulation planning, vertical farming automation). Faculty Service Award (2014) He teaches courses CSE 352 (Artificial Intelligence) and CSE 537 (AI). His research bridges theoretical and applied domains, emphasizing inclusive technology and clinical decision support systems.

Harris R Perlmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Rheumatology
• Immunobiology
• Arthritis Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Harris R Perlman is Chief of Rheumatology in the Department of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and holds the Mabel Greene Myers Professor of Medicine. His research focuses on macrophage biology, inflammatory arthritis, and fibrotic diseases like systemic sclerosis and pulmonary fibrosis. Affiliation: Northwestern University Academic Rank: Professor Key Institutes: Center for Human Immunobiology, NUCATS, Lurie Cancer Center Research Interests: His work explores: Macrophage heterogeneity in arthritis and fibrosis Complement pathway activation in rheumatoid arthritis Profibrotic monocyte-derived macrophages in lung disease Role of Wnt-beta catenin in macrophage pathogenesis Transcriptional profiling for precision medicine in autoimmune diseases Age-related immune dysregulation in inflammatory conditions Scientific Awards: Mentor of the Year (2022) Clinical Trials: Synovial Macrophage Transcriptional Signatures for Predicting Therapeutic Efficacy Pathogenic Wnt-beta catenin target genes in macrophages and fibrosis

Marten Brienenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Weak Institutions and Political Instability
• Drug Trade in Latin America
• Energy Security
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Marten Brienen is an Associate Professor at Oklahoma State University, affiliated with OSU Global. His career spans multiple disciplines including Political Science, Global Studies, and Fire and Emergency Management Administration at R1 institutions. He is a historian of twentieth-century Latin America with interdisciplinary expertise shaped by diverse teaching experiences. PhD in Social and Political Sciences from University of Amsterdam (2011) Currently teaches Global Crisis Management, Complex Emergencies, and advanced research courses His research focuses on weak institutions and their consequences, such as: Drug trade dynamics in Bolivia, Peru, and Colombia Resource populism and energy security Communal violence and prison overpopulation Corruption and disaster response failures Article trends show evolving expertise from Latin American politics (2015-2019) to pandemic trade analysis (2022-2024) and synthetic opioid studies (2025). Scientific recognition includes: Hargis Fellowship (2023) Two Outstanding Research Awards (2017, 2018) He supervises graduate research and advises on academic integrity, while engaging in media outreach about Latin American political developments.

• Health Policy
• Medicaid Policy
• Health Equity and Disparities
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Chima D Ndumele is an Associate Professor of Public Health (Health Policy) at the Yale School of Public Health and a Professor at the Institution for Social and Policy Studies . His research focuses on Medicaid policy, health equity, and safety-net healthcare systems, with a particular emphasis on how policy changes affect vulnerable populations and chronic disease management. Doctorate from Brown University School of Public Health (2013) ORCID: 0000-0002-4887-0043 Key collaborations with Yale researchers including Jacob Wallace, Harlan Krumholz, and Yuan Lu Dr. Ndumele’s recent publications examine Medicaid eligibility procedural denials, SNAP work requirements, racial disparities in pandemic mortality, and alternative payment models in safety-net hospitals. His work integrates health policy analysis with empirical studies on insurance coverage effects and socioeconomic determinants of health outcomes. Current affiliations include the Diabetes Research Center , SCALE Medicaid Lab , and multiple roles in health policy research. He contributes to the JAMA Health Forum , JAMA Internal Medicine , and Health Affairs , focusing on equity in healthcare access and delivery.

• Implementation Science
• Tuberculosis
• HIV
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Luke Davis, MD is an Associate Professor of Epidemiology (Microbial Diseases) and Medicine (Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine) at Yale School of Public Health , with affiliated roles at Yale Institute for Global Health and Yale Medicine . He directs the Implementation Science Track and leads international research programs focused on tuberculosis (TB) and HIV. Education : MD (Vanderbilt University), AB (Princeton University), MAS in Clinical Research (University of California San Francisco), Fellowship in Pulmonary & Critical Care (UCSF) Clinical Practice : Attending physician at Yale-New Haven Hospital's Medical ICU and Winchester TB Clinic Research Focus : Implementation science strategies to improve TB and HIV diagnosis, treatment, and stigma reduction across Uganda, South Africa, Colombia, Mongolia, and the United States. Key projects include: Uganda : HIV-TB household contact investigations, gene-expression profiling for biomarker development, Xpert MTB Ultra evaluation Colombia : Cali TB contact investigation using design thinking Mongolia : Zero TB Initiative quality assessments Connecticut : COVID-19 contact tracing analysis Publication Trends (15 most recent): 50% focus on TB-HIV coinfection and implementation trials in Sub-Saharan Africa 30% on digital health technologies for infectious disease management 20% on geriatric care innovations and medical education Collaborations : Frequent co-authors include Sheela Shenoi , Salome Charalambous , and Donna Spiegelman . Research spans biomedical engineering integration, stigma reduction frameworks, and quality improvement methodologies.

• Obstetrics
• Gynecology
• Preeclampsia Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anna-Karin Wikström is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Senior Physician at the Department of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University. She previously served as Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Karolinska Institutet from 2016-2017. Her extensive clinical experience spans over two decades in obstetrics and gynecology, with specialized expertise in high-risk pregnancies. Her educational background includes medical studies at Karolinska Institutet (1985-1991), becoming a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology in 2001, earning her PhD from Uppsala University in 2006, and completing a post-doc at Karolinska Institutet's Clinical Epidemiology Unit (2009-2011). She became an associate professor at Uppsala University in 2011 before advancing to full professor in 2017. Professor Wikström's research primarily focuses on preeclampsia, where she leads major initiatives including IMPACT (a national study on preeclampsia prediction) and UP-MOST (a biobank for preeclampsia research). Her work spans cardiovascular effects of preeclampsia, brain imaging studies in affected women, and register-based epidemiological research. Beyond preeclampsia, her research interests include pregnancy in women with congenital heart disease, myasthenia gravis, and other chronic conditions. Her extensive publication record demonstrates expertise in maternal-fetal medicine with particular emphasis on prediction models for adverse pregnancy outcomes and understanding long-term health implications. Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on neurological consequences of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy, maternal physical activity effects on fetal outcomes, and innovative screening approaches for pregnancy complications. The research frequently utilizes large Swedish population-based registers, contributing significantly to evidence-based obstetric care in the Nordic region. Professor Wikström actively contributes to clinical research that directly impacts patient care, particularly in preeclampsia screening and prevention. Her work often takes a Nordic perspective, informing regional guidelines and practices. She collaborates extensively across disciplines including cardiology, neurology, and epidemiology to advance understanding of pregnancy complications and their long-term consequences.