جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Radar engineering and signal processing
• Cloud and precipitation microphysics and dynamics
• Boundary-layer turbulence
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pavlos Kollias is a Professor at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences and holds a joint appointment as Atmospheric Scientist in the Environmental Science and Technologies Department at Brookhaven National Laboratory. He also serves as International Faculty at the University of Cologne and Adjunct Professor at McGill University. Education Ph.D. in Meteorology, University of Miami, 2000 M.S. in Atmospheric Science, University of Athens, Greece, 1996 B.S. in Physics, University of Athens, Greece, 1994 Research Interests Kollias’s research integrates radar engineering, signal processing, and smart-sensor development to advance understanding of cloud and precipitation microphysics, boundary-layer turbulence, and satellite remote sensing . His work spans the design of novel phased-array and space-borne radars, fusion of multi-sensor observations, and agile adaptive observing strategies for weather and climate science. Key thrusts include: Development and deployment of ground-based and airborne radar networks Spaceborne cloud-profiling missions (EarthCARE, WIVERN, INCUS) High-resolution observations of marine boundary-layer clouds and polar mixed-phase systems Algorithms for retrieving vertical air motion, liquid water content, and drizzle microphysics Scientific Awards & Recognition AGU Atmospheric Sciences Ascent Award (2020) NASA Group Achievement Awards (2015, 2003) Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers, Germany (2013–2014) Canada Research Chair (Tier I 2012–2017, Tier II 2007–2012) Visiting Scientist Fellowship, CIRES, University of Colorado (2003–2004) Leadership & Service Since 2020 he directs the SBU–BNL Radar Observatory and since 2017 has led the Center for Multiscale Applied Sensing at BNL. Editorial roles include Editor of the AMS Journal of Applied Meteorology and Climatology (2024–present) and Associate Editor of EGU Atmospheric Measurement Techniques (2019–present). He sits on mission advisory groups for ESA EarthCARE and WIVERN, the NASA INCUS and ACCP science teams, and the DFG Collaborative Research Center CRC1502 advisory board.

ALI TOLGA BOZDANAمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanical Engineering
• Production Technologies
• Material Design and Behaviors
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Ali Tolga Bozdana is a faculty member at Gaziantep University, Faculty of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering. He has served as Professor since 2022, following positions as Associate Professor (2017-2022), Doctor Lecturer (2008-2017), and Research Assistant (2006-2008) at the same institution. His academic career also includes research assistant positions at the University of Nottingham (2001-2006) and Gaziantep University (1997-2001). Professor Bozdana earned his Doctorate from the University of Nottingham (2001-2006), Master's degree from Gaziantep University (1997-1999), and Bachelor's degree from Gaziantep University (1992-1997), all in Mechanical Engineering. He has also served as Dean Assistant (2018-present) and Department Vice Chair (2010-2013) at Gaziantep University. His research focuses on advanced manufacturing processes, particularly deep drawing technologies, electrical discharge machining, and servo press systems. Professor Bozdana has made significant contributions to ultrasonic-assisted manufacturing processes, developing novel techniques to improve forming quality and efficiency. His work bridges theoretical modeling with practical applications in aerospace and industrial manufacturing, with particular emphasis on precision manufacturing technologies for difficult-to-machine materials. Professor Bozdana's publication record shows consistent focus on precision manufacturing technologies, with recent work emphasizing ultrasonic-assisted deep drawing, servo press applications, and advanced electrical discharge machining techniques. His research demonstrates progression from fundamental process understanding to innovative system design and implementation, with strong emphasis on both numerical simulation and experimental validation. Kamu Yayın Teşvik Ödülü (TÜBİTAK) in 2018 (twice), 2017, 2016, and 2014 En İyi Sanayi İşbirliği Bildirisi Ödülü Finalisti (2015) Emerald Literati Network Awards for Excellence (2005) Türk Plastik Sanayicileri Araştırma, Geliştirme ve Eğitim Vakfı (PAGEV) Mansiyon Ödülü (2005) PhD Studentship Bursary from Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (2001) Public Overseas Research Scholarship (2001) Professor Bozdana has supervised numerous graduate students including PhD candidates Sadik Olguner, Abdullah Gazi Firat, and Nazar Kais Al Karkhi. He has led significant research projects including a TÜBİTAK 3001 project on 'Servo Krank Pres ile Ultrasonik Destekli Derin Çekme İşlemi' (2016-2018) and a TÜBİTAK 1001 project on electrical discharge drilling of aerospace alloys (2008-2010). His work has resulted in a national patent for an ultrasonic-assisted deep drawing system. Professor Bozdana's laboratory work focuses on advanced manufacturing systems, particularly servo press technology and ultrasonic-assisted manufacturing processes. His team has developed experimental setups for implementing ultrasonic vibrations in deep drawing processes and created novel die systems for improved manufacturing quality. His research group maintains strong industry connections, particularly in aerospace manufacturing applications.

• Complex networks
• Multi-agent systems
• Nonlinear control
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Anton Proskurnikov is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications at Politecnico di Torino, Italy. His academic appointment spans the College of Computer, Film and Mechatronics Engineering and the College of Mechanical, Aerospace and Automotive Engineering. Based in office L.240, he maintains an active research program focused on control theory with applications to complex networked systems. Dr. Proskurnikov's research centers on complex networks, multi-agent systems, nonlinear control, and social network analysis, with significant contributions to understanding opinion dynamics and consensus mechanisms. His work bridges theoretical control engineering with practical applications in social dynamics, earning recognition through prestigious awards including the O. Hugo Schuck Best Paper Award (2023). His expertise spans control theory, optimization, and network analysis with implications for sustainable infrastructure and smart cities. His publication trajectory reveals a sophisticated evolution from foundational control theory toward increasingly complex applications in social dynamics and networked systems, with recent emphasis on bounded confidence models, higher-order interactions in social dynamics, and quantum optimization for complex system design. This interdisciplinary approach connects traditional control engineering with emerging challenges in social network analysis. Dr. Proskurnikov has received multiple significant awards: O. Hugo Schuck Best Paper Award (2023) from the American Automatic Control Council EPEPS Best Paper Award (2020) from EPEPS Conference Annual Reviews in Control Paper Prize (2020) from IFAC As an academic advisor, Dr. Proskurnikov currently supervises PhD student Jinze Wu in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. His research is supported by the National Research PRIN project "Higher-order interactions in social dynamics with application to monetary networks" (2023-2025), for which he serves as Scientific Manager. He contributes to editorial boards of leading journals including IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON AUTOMATIC CONTROL and INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CONTROL, reflecting his standing in the control theory community. Dr. Proskurnikov is an active member of the Automatica research group within the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications, focusing on systems, automation, and control. His collaborative work extends internationally to institutions including TU Delft, St. Petersburg National Research University, and the University of Groningen, demonstrating his strong international research presence and interdisciplinary approach to complex networked systems.

Robert Dalangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Probability Theory
• Stochastic Processes
• Stochastic Partial Differential Equations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Dalang is a Full Professor and Chair of Probabilities at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland. He is affiliated with the School of Basic Sciences, Department of Mathematics, specifically the Probability Section. His office is located in building MA, room B2 493 at EPFL's Lausanne campus. He also serves as a Full Professor in the Section of Mathematics (SMA) and for the Doctoral Program in Mathematics (EDMA). Professor Dalang's research focuses on probability theory and stochastic analysis. His work primarily centers on: Stochastic partial differential equations (SPDEs), particularly stochastic heat and wave equations Brownian motion and Brownian sheet Lévy processes and Lévy white noise Hitting probabilities and polarity Fractal properties of random fields Stochastic optimization problems His recent publications demonstrate a continued focus on the theoretical properties of solutions to stochastic partial differential equations, including their regularity, hitting probabilities, and asymptotic behavior. He has made significant contributions to understanding the fine properties of solutions to stochastic heat and wave equations, particularly in critical dimensions. Professor Dalang has served on the elected committee for the Pension fund PUBLICA since Fall 2007, being reelected for 2009-2012. His work on this committee has focused on preserving employee interests during the transition from a defined benefits system to a defined contributions system. He has supervised numerous PhD students, including: Candil David Jean-Michel Chen Le Ciccarella Carlo Conus Daniel Dumas Frédéric Humeau Thomas Marie Jean-Baptiste Pu Fei Rossel Jean-Benoît Vinckenbosch Laura Professor Dalang teaches courses including Analysis III, Analysis IV, and Theory of Stochastic Calculus at EPFL.

• Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
• Foot Biomechanics
• Hip Kinematics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Filip Staes is a full professor at the Faculty of Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences at KU Leuven, Belgium. He serves as dean of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences and leads faculty centers outside traditional departments. His work bridges musculoskeletal rehabilitation research with clinical practice, focusing on biomechanical and physiological aspects of sports injuries and lower limb disorders. Active member of KU Leuven Institutes: Institute for Child and Youth (LC&Y) and Institute for Sports Sciences (LISS) Involved in university governance as member of University Council, Academic Council, and specialized committees Co-promotor in multiple ongoing projects (2018-2025) related to hip and foot biomechanics His research primarily investigates: Hip Biomechanics : CAM morphology development and femoroacetabular impingement Foot Mechanics : intrinsic muscle strength assessment and multi-segment foot modeling Kinematic Analysis : lumbopelvic-hip complex dynamics in symptomatic and asymptomatic populations Clinical Reasoning : integration of subjective data in musculoskeletal rehabilitation The articles demonstrate a consistent focus on lower limb biomechanics , with particular attention to athletic hip pathologies , foot muscle assessment , and movement pattern analysis . His team frequently employs advanced motion capture techniques and longitudinal study designs to understand musculoskeletal adaptations in athletes. As a co-promotor, he has guided PhD research on: Al Otti D.'s work on CAM deformity etiology Haelewijn N.'s studies on foot muscle assessment Houtmeyers K.'s research on subjective data importance Hoekstra H.'s post-surgical foot mechanics analysis Current affiliations include leadership roles in multiple university councils and committees, with a strong emphasis on education quality and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Ingvars Birznieksمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Sensory physiology
• Touch perception
• Tactile sensing
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Professor Ingvars Birznieks is a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Physiology, School of Medical Sciences, UNSW Medicine in Sydney, where he leads the Tactile Research Group at Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA). Previously, he held an academic position as Senior Lecturer (Physiology) at the School of Science and Health, Western Sydney University from 2011 to 2014. Dr. Birznieks is a sensory neurophysiologist specializing in sensory information encoding mechanisms, with research spanning tactile perception, neural coding, and bionic applications. His work integrates neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and clinical rehabilitation to understand how touch receptors encode information and how this knowledge can be applied to develop advanced prosthetics and rehabilitation technologies. His research program covers tactile receptors and sensorimotor control of the human hand, with applications in stroke rehabilitation, diabetic neuropathy, and bionic hand development. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on neural coding mechanisms in tactile perception, particularly the burst gap code for frequency perception, friction sensing mechanisms, and intensity coding. These studies consistently bridge fundamental neuroscience with practical applications in bionics and rehabilitation. His interdisciplinary approach connects neurophysiological findings with engineering solutions for artificial touch. Dr. Birznieks has secured significant grant funding, including ARC Discovery Projects and NHMRC Ideas Grants totaling over $2.5 million, supporting research on neural coding, sensorimotor control, stroke rehabilitation, and bionic technologies. His current major project 'The secret of tiny hand movements to feel and manipulate objects' (ARC DP230100048) investigates how humans use micro-movements to extract tactile information during object manipulation. He actively supervises students across neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and computer science disciplines, with recent publications featuring undergraduate and graduate students as first authors. His research group maintains collaborations with institutions in France and Sweden, providing international research opportunities for students. Dr. Birznieks' laboratory has developed unique non-invasive mechanical stimulation technology that allows precise control of neural communication at the single neuron level, enabling unprecedented investigation of how spiking activity influences perceptual experience.

• Robotics
• Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM)
• Sensor Fusion
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Maurice Fallon is a Professor of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford and a Royal Society University Research Fellow, leading the Dynamic Robot Systems Group (Perception) at the Oxford Robotics Institute. His research focuses on robust probabilistic methods for localization and mapping in challenging environments through advanced sensor fusion. Education: Electronic Engineering, University College Dublin PhD in Acoustic Source Tracking, University of Cambridge Research Interests: Dr. Fallon specializes in probabilistic state estimation , legged robot navigation , and dynamic motion planning for autonomous systems operating in vision-denied or complex natural environments. His work emphasizes robustness through multi-sensor integration , with applications spanning disaster response, forestry, and industrial inspection. Key innovations include terrain-aware locomotion and long-term autonomy frameworks. Publication Trends: Recent work (2024-2025) demonstrates a strategic shift toward forest robotics and long-term industrial inspection , leveraging legged and aerial platforms. There is strong emphasis on vision foundation models for place recognition, scalable 3D reconstruction using neural radiance fields, and open-vocabulary scene understanding . The research consistently addresses real-world challenges like lighting variations, sensor dropout, and environmental dynamics. Scientific Awards: Royal Society University Research Fellowship 4x Best Paper Awards at ICRA Nominations at Intelligent Vehicles, AAAI, and Humanoids conferences Advising and Grants: Dr. Fallon has secured major funding as PI/Co-I for EU/UK projects including ORCA, RAIN, THING, MEMMO, and the DARPA SubT-winning CERBERUS team. Current initiatives include the Horizon Europe DigiForest project and UKAEA collaborations. He mentors PhD students and postdocs in robotics systems development, though specific advisees aren't listed in source materials. Labs and Teams: He directs the Dynamic Robot Systems Group, which achieved global recognition through DARPA Robotics Challenge participation and SubT Challenge victory. The team operates specialized facilities for legged robot testing and maintains partnerships with nuclear energy and forestry sectors for field deployment.

Katsushi Arisakaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physics
• Astronomy
• Dark Matter
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Katsushi Arisaka is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), within the College of Physical Sciences. His research spans multiple disciplines including particle physics, cosmology, biophysics, and neurophysics. Dr. Arisaka began his academic journey at the University of Tokyo in 1979 as a graduate student under Professor Masatoshi Koshiba, working on the development of the world's largest 20-inch photomultiplier for the Kamiokande Experiment. He moved to the United States in 1985 and established his research group at UCLA in 1988. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo, though specific dates are not provided in the available materials. Professor Arisaka's research interests center around answering fundamental questions about the universe and life itself. His work explores three primary areas: the origin of the universe through dark matter research and cosmic ray studies; the origin of life through biophysics and molecular tracking; and the origin of consciousness through neurophysics. His approach consistently leverages advanced photon detection technologies across these diverse fields. Early in his career, he focused on rare decay processes of kaons to understand CP-violation at BNL and Fermilab, then shifted to cosmology in 1998, participating in the Pierre-Auger Cosmic Ray Observatory and CMS Endcap Muon Chambers for LHC at CERN. Since 2007, his main focus has been dark matter experiments including XENON100 at Gran Sasso in Italy and its successor XENON 1Ton, while also collaborating with DarkSide and MAX projects. His recent publications (2020-2023) reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research, particularly at the intersection of physics, neuroscience, and consciousness studies. The 2022-2023 publications show a significant focus on visual perception, neural holographic tomography, and the grand unified theory of mind and brain. Earlier works (2017-2020) demonstrate continued activity in dark matter detection with experiments like XENON and DarkSide, as well as applications of advanced photon detectors to biological imaging. Grand Unified Theory of Mind and Brain (2022 series) Visual Perception of 3D Space and Shape (2022 series) Transverse sheet illumination microscopy (2023) DarkSide direct dark matter search (2017) Dr. Arisaka has been actively involved in major international collaborations including the CMS experiment at CERN's Large Hadron Collider, the XENON dark matter project at Gran Sasso in Italy, and the DarkSide experiment. His laboratory has developed innovative imaging techniques such as the Spatio-Temporal Multiplexing (STEM) microscope for multiple plane imaging and high-speed confocal microscopy systems capable of capturing 1,000 frames per second. The STEM microscope, developed with Adrian Cheng, allows simultaneous scanning of multiple planes using time differences between beams. At UCLA, Professor Arisaka has established productive collaborations across campus, particularly with the Medical School, where his advanced photon detection technologies have been applied to neuroscience research. His laboratory has contributed to significant discoveries in hair cell oscillation measurements and neural development studies. He teaches several physics courses including Physics 6B, 6C, 89 for 6B, 89 for 6C, and Physics 19, and regularly seeks graduate and undergraduate students interested in his research directions. His group has developed virtual reality systems for rats to study spatial recognition in the hippocampus in collaboration with Prof. Mayank Mehta's group. The Arisaka Lab maintains state-of-the-art facilities including a Photon Detector Lab and collaborates with multiple research groups on campus. Current research directions include the development of Transverse Sheet Illumination Microscopy (TransIM) and continued work on dark matter detection with next-generation XENON experiments. His lab's philosophy centers on using physics principles to answer the fundamental questions: 'Where do we come from? What are we? Where are we going?' through experimental approaches rather than philosophical speculation.

Carla R Scanzelloمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Osteoarthritis
• Synovial Inflammation
• Immunology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Carla R. Scanzello, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine (Rheumatology) at the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine. She holds affiliations with the Penn Institute for Immunology, Penn Center for Musculoskeletal Disorders, and Penn Institute for Translational Medicine and Therapeutics. Additionally, she serves as a Staff Physician at the Corporal Michael J. Cresenz VA Medical Center, where she co-directs the Translational Musculoskeletal Research Center and is Associate Director of the VA RR&D CReATE Motion Center. Education: B.S. in Biochemistry, University of Delaware (1991) Ph.D. in Immunology & Microbiology, Temple University School of Medicine (2001) M.D., Temple University School of Medicine (2001) Her research expertise centers on synovial inflammation in osteoarthritis (OA) and post-traumatic joint injury. She investigates molecular pathways like Toll-like receptors and chemokine signaling, aiming to develop anti-inflammatory therapies. Her work bridges clinical observations with preclinical models to understand how immune activation drives pain and structural degeneration. Recent publications (2023-2025) focus on CD14's role in OA pain and bone remodeling, novel therapeutic targets (e.g., RHO/ROCK pathway), advanced imaging techniques for synovial analysis, and translational challenges in OA drug development. Key themes include neuroimmune interactions, mechanobiology, and standardization of disease models. Laboratory & Teams: Dr. Scanzello leads the Scanzello Laboratory for Osteoarthritis Research, emphasizing bedside-to-bench approaches. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams at Penn and the VA to explore immune mechanisms in joint degeneration. Current projects include defining synovial macrophage diversity, CD14 inhibition strategies, and vascular interactions in joint injury. The lab actively recruits postdoctoral fellows and research assistants to advance these initiatives.

Roman Matsyukمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Physical geometry
• Differential-geometric structure of variational calculus
• Higher derivatives mechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Roman Matsyuk is a Senior Research Associate at the Department of Differential Equations and Function Theory, Institute for Applied Problems in Mechanics and Mathematics, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, with additional affiliation at the Lepage Research Institute in Slovakia. His research spans mathematical physics, differential geometry, and theoretical mechanics with a focus on geometric foundations of physical theories. Matsyuk completed his education at Ivan Franko L'viv State University, studying in the Faculty of Physics from 1966 to 1971. He earned his MSc in 1971 with a thesis on "Some generalizations of the concepts of special theory of relativity on the basis of n-point geometry" and received his PhD in 1985 with a dissertation on "Poincaré-invariant equations of motion in Lagrangian mechanics with higher derivatives." His primary research interests include physical geometry, differential-geometric structure of variational calculus with higher derivatives, Ostrohradskyj mechanics, and symmetries in the inverse problems of the calculus of variations. Matsyuk has made significant contributions to understanding variational principles for geodesic circles, uniformly accelerated motion, and relativistic spinning particles. His work consistently explores the geometric interpretation of mechanical systems, particularly those with higher derivatives. An analysis of Matsyuk's publication record from 1981 to 2020 reveals a sustained focus on the geometric aspects of mechanics, especially in relativistic contexts. He has developed Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations for higher-order mechanical systems, investigated variational origins of particle dynamics, and explored connections between geometric structures and physical phenomena like Zitterbewegung. His research demonstrates a consistent mathematical rigor while maintaining relevance to physical theories, particularly in general relativity and classical field theory. Matsyuk has maintained extensive international collaborations with researchers from the Union of Czech Mathematicians and Physicists, University of Prešov, Eötvös Loránd University, Italian Society for General Relativity and Gravitation, Transilvania University of Brasov, VŠB-TU Ostrava, and Lodz University of Technology, reflecting his standing in the global mathematical physics community.

• Rehabilitation Engineering
• Health Care Engineering
• Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Keiko Homma is a Professor at the Graduate School of Fundamental Science and Engineering , Waseda University, with a career focused on Rehabilitation Engineering , Health Care Engineering , and Robotics . She previously served as a Senior Researcher at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) from 2018 to 2023. Research Areas : Robotics, Mechatronics, Safety Engineering, Welfare Technology Grants : Multiple Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) grants for studies on passive motion devices and assistive robotics Her work addresses assistive robotics for elderly care, including safety evaluation tools, IoT-integrated orthotic devices, and humanoid robotic simulators. She has collaborated across disciplines with institutions like AIST and TOTO, emphasizing trustworthy AI and human-centered design . Her research integrates sensor systems , biomechanical analysis , and ethical frameworks for robotic applications in healthcare. Professional Memberships: IEEE Japanese Society for Wellbeing Science and Assistive Technology Society of Biomechanisms Japan Japan Society for Precision Engineering

• Athletic Training
• Injury Prevention
• Talent Identification
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Norikazu Hirose is a Professor at the Faculty of Sport Sciences, School of Sport and Sciences at Waseda University. With a PhD from the University of Tokyo, he has established himself as a leading expert in sports science with a focus on athletic training and injury prevention. His professional experience spans across multiple elite sports organizations including INAC Kobe Leonessa Conditioning Advancer (2025.06-Present), Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza Physical Coach (2022.02-2022.05), and the Japan Football Association where he served as Physical Coach for the Japan Women's National Football Team from 2008-2021. Dr. Hirose earned his PhD from the University of Tokyo Graduate School, Division of General Culture in 2004, and completed his undergraduate studies in Sports Sciences at Waseda University Faculty of Human Science in 1997. His academic foundation combines deep theoretical knowledge with extensive practical application in elite sports settings. Dr. Hirose's research centers around Athletic Training, Injury Prevention, Talent Identification, Growth & Maturation, and Soccer performance. His work bridges laboratory research with practical sports applications, with particular emphasis on understanding movement mechanics, muscle activation patterns, and recovery protocols. Recent work has expanded into interdisciplinary areas including the relationship between primitive reflex retention and social development in children with developmental disorders. Analysis of Dr. Hirose's recent publications reveals a strong focus on biomechanics of athletic movement, particularly in soccer players. His work examines change of direction mechanics, hamstring injury prevention, and the effects of various training interventions using advanced measurement techniques including motion capture systems and electromyography. His research increasingly incorporates interdisciplinary approaches, combining sports science with child development and neurological considerations. 100th Anniversary Merit Award (2025.03) - Saitama Prefectural Sports Association Good Practice Report (July 2023) - Japanese Society of Athletic Training 100th Anniversary Special Achievement Award (2021.09) - Japan Football Association Best Poster Award (2017.12) - NSCA Japan Young Scientific Researcher Award (2016.01) - Japan Training Instructors Association 優秀ポスター賞 (2015.12) - NSCA Japan Dr. Hirose serves as Associate Member of the Science Council of Japan, Board member of the World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapies, and Editorial Board Member of the Japan Society of Training Science. He has been instrumental in developing consensus recommendations for sports injury and illness surveillance in Japan. His committee memberships include Director of the Japanese Society of Athletic Training and multiple editorial roles in prominent sports medicine journals. Dr. Hirose leads a research laboratory focused on athletic performance and injury prevention, with particular emphasis on soccer biomechanics and youth athlete development. His team utilizes advanced motion analysis systems and physiological monitoring to investigate movement patterns associated with performance and injury risk. Current projects include examining primitive reflex retention in children with developmental disorders and its relationship to motor skills, as well as optimizing injury prevention protocols for elite athletes through innovative approaches like Nordic hamstring exercises with varying knee and hip angles.

Anne Kavounoudiasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multisensory Integration
• Neuroscience
• Body Movement Perception
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anne Kavounoudias is a Professor at Aix-Marseille University, where she serves as Director of the Body & Multisensoriality team within the NeuroMarseille Institute. She also holds the position of Director of EUR Neuroschool, a University Research School that brings together L3, Master and PhD programs in Neurosciences from Aix-Marseille University. Since 2020, she has served as Deputy Director of the NeuroMarseille Institute and previously served as a member of CNU section 69 (2015-2022) and the Board of the Doctoral School of Life and Health Sciences (2019-2021). Dr. Kavounoudias' research focuses on the mechanisms and neural bases underlying multisensory integration in the representation and control of human body movement. Her work sits at the interface of neurophysiology and experimental psychology, examining how muscular proprioceptive, tactile, and visual sensitivities interact to ensure movement perception and control. She conducts studies with healthy adults, elderly subjects to understand adaptive processes during non-pathological aging, and individuals who are transiently deafferented (through immobilization) or permanently (amputees, deafferented patients). Her research methodology incorporates functional brain imaging (fMRI), structural imaging (DWI), MR-spectroscopy of the brain and spinal cord, psychophysical approaches, electromyography, and multisensory stimulations including tendon vibration, visual vection, and tactile vection. Current projects include the ANR ASTRID 'PhantomPain' Project (2021-2025) on phantom pain in amputees, an AMIDEX Excellence Incubator Project (2020-2021) on new therapies for phantom pain, and previous projects like 'DISREMO' (2017-2019) and the ANR JCJC 'MULTISENSE' project (2012-2016). Analysis of Dr. Kavounoudias' recent publications reveals a consistent evolution in her research focus, with increasingly sophisticated neuroimaging approaches to study multisensory integration. Her work demonstrates growing attention to age-related changes in sensory processing and expanding applications to rehabilitation contexts, particularly for amputees and individuals with movement disorders. The publications show a progression from basic research on sensory integration mechanisms to more translational work with clinical applications. Her research has been supported by multiple competitive grants including: ANR ASTRID 'PhantomPain' Project (2021-2025) - Phantom pain in amputees: understanding its central and peripheral origins AMIDEX Excellence Incubator Project (2020-2021) - New therapy for phantom pain after amputation 'DISREMO' Project (2017-2019) - Exploration of audio-haptic interactions in texture perception ANR JCJC 'MULTISENSE' Project (2012-2016) - Multisensory integration and kinesthetic perception As Director of EUR Neuroschool, Dr. Kavounoudias oversees graduate education in neuroscience at Aix-Marseille University, coordinating L3, Master and PhD programs. She previously served as Co-director of the ICN PhD Program and Co-manager of the Brain Master Program, both initiatives aimed at internationalizing neuroscience education at AMU. Dr. Kavounoudias leads the Body & Multisensoriality research team at the NeuroMarseille Institute, where her group investigates the neural mechanisms of body representation and movement control. Her laboratory employs a multidisciplinary approach combining neuroimaging, psychophysics, and electrophysiological techniques to study sensory integration in both healthy and clinical populations, with particular focus on developing rehabilitation approaches for movement disorders.

Jennifer O'Neilمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Fluid Dynamics
• Spray Formation
• Non-Newtonian Fluids
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jennifer O'Neil serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), within the College of Engineering Technology. She additionally holds Program Faculty status in the School of Mathematics and Statistics, demonstrating her interdisciplinary reach across engineering and quantitative disciplines. Her academic foundation includes a BS from RIT and PhD from Purdue University, positioning her at the intersection of theoretical rigor and practical application. Her research pioneers the physics of non-Newtonian liquid sprays, advancing fundamental fluid dynamics understanding with direct applications in aerospace propulsion, automotive systems, alternative energy, and biomedical devices—particularly pediatric nebulizers for targeted drug delivery. Concurrently, she revolutionizes engineering education through problem-based learning frameworks that embed entrepreneurial mindset development into core curricula, transforming how students engage with thermodynamics and thermal-fluids concepts. Analysis of her scholarly output reveals a strategic dual trajectory: fluid dynamics publications dissect spray formation mechanics across industrial sectors, while education-focused works systematically integrate entrepreneurial thinking into engineering pedagogy. This synergy between research depth and teaching innovation defines her academic signature. Her exceptional contributions have earned prestigious recognition including the 2023 Richard and Virginia Eisenhart Provost’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and the 2022 KEEN Rising Star award, validating her transformative impact on engineering education. Dr. O'Neil actively mentors students through foundational courses like MCET-101 Fundamentals of Engineering and specialized offerings including MCET-592/692 Spray Theory and Application, while supervising thesis research (RMET-788) and capstone projects (RMET-797). Her teaching philosophy centers on making complex concepts tangible through Marvel-themed thermodynamics analogies and real-world problem solving, directly addressing student perceptions of irrelevance in technical coursework.

Niels Rattenborgمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Avian Sleep
• Neurophysiology
• Sleep Evolution
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Niels Rattenborg serves as Research Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence (formerly Max Planck Institute for Ornithology) in Seewiesen, Germany, where he has directed the Bird Sleep Research Group since 2005. His pioneering work focuses on the evolution and neurophysiological mechanisms of sleep in birds, utilizing advanced techniques including high-density electrode arrays and telemetry systems to study sleep patterns in both controlled laboratory environments and natural field settings. Dr. Rattenborg's research has fundamentally changed our understanding of avian sleep through groundbreaking discoveries about sleep in flight. His work with great frigatebirds (Fregata minor) demonstrated that birds can sleep while flying over the ocean, typically with one brain hemisphere at a time but occasionally with both hemispheres simultaneously. Remarkably, these birds accumulate less than one hour of sleep per day for up to 10 days during flight, challenging the mammalian paradigm that adaptive waking performance requires substantial sleep. His research extends to diverse avian species including grey-breasted sandpipers (Calidris melanotos) and chinstrap penguins, revealing how birds employ unique sleep strategies to survive in challenging ecological environments. Analysis of Dr. Rattenborg's recent publications (2022-2025) reveals three major research themes: neurophysiological mechanisms of avian sleep, ecological adaptations of sleep patterns in natural environments, and comparative evolutionary studies across species. His work spans multiple disciplines including neuroscience, ecology, evolutionary biology, and physiology, with particular emphasis on how birds adapt their sleep architecture to environmental constraints. The research demonstrates remarkable diversity in avian sleep strategies that challenge traditional mammalian models of sleep regulation. Dr. Rattenborg's significant contributions to sleep science have been recognized with prestigious awards: Sleep Research Society Young Investigator Award (2000) for best peer-reviewed paper Sleep Research Society Outstanding Scientific Achievement Award (2017) As leader of the Bird Sleep Research Group, Dr. Rattenborg oversees a multidisciplinary team conducting cutting-edge research that has developed innovative methodologies for studying sleep in natural settings. His laboratory's development of the ONEIROS device—a miniature standalone recorder for sleep electrophysiology, physiology, temperatures, and behavior—has revolutionized field studies of sleep. The group's comparative approach to sleep research provides crucial insights into the evolutionary history and fundamental functions of sleep, with implications for understanding sleep disorders and the consequences of sleep loss in humans.