جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Kaushalya G. Amarasekareمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Integrated pest management (IPM)
• Biological control
• Pest and natural enemy monitoring
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Dr. Kaushalya G. Amarasekare is an Associate Professor and Extension Specialist in Entomology at the Department of Agricultural Sciences and Engineering, College of Agriculture, Tennessee State University. Her research focuses on integrated pest management (IPM), biological control, and pesticide efficacy. She joined TSU in November 2015 and holds a Ph.D. in Entomology from the University of Florida, an M.S. from Oklahoma State University, and a B.S. (Honors) in Agriculture from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka. Her research interests include pest-natural enemy interactions, effects of reduced-risk pesticides, and invasive pest management. She has authored numerous publications in journals like Journal of Economic Entomology and Biological Control , focusing on pesticide selectivity, insecticide residues, and biological control strategies in orchards. Her work often combines field and laboratory studies to assess ecological impacts of agricultural chemicals. Dr. Amarasekare has received grants totaling over $300,000 for projects like improving IPM practices for cucurbits and enhancing biological control in orchards. She is actively involved in professional societies such as the Entomological Society of America and the International Organization for Biological Control. Awards include the Outstanding Young Researcher Award (2019) and multiple ESA participation awards. Teaching responsibilities include AGSC 5900/7900 Applied Entomology (graduate) and AGSC 4900 Entomology (undergraduate). She leads Extension activities including farmer training, K-12 outreach, and stakeholder field visits. Her lab, the Fruit, Vegetable and Field Crop Entomology Lab, contributes to applied research and community education.

• Gastroenterology
• Oncology
• Nutrition Science
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Professor Rachel Gibson is a Professor and Head of School in the Allied Health Administration at the University of Adelaide. Her work focuses on gastrointestinal toxicity, chemotherapy-induced adverse effects, and microbiome interactions with diet and health. She leads research in mucositis management, drug delivery systems, and nutritional pathways in oncology care. Her research interests include the gut microbiome's role in chemotherapy toxicity, mechanisms of gastrointestinal damage, and translational applications of intestine-on-chip models. She has contributed to international clinical guidelines on mucositis assessment and palliative care innovations during the pandemic. Publications span 2016-2025, emphasizing chemotherapy-induced diarrhea, microbiome-drug interactions, and dietary interventions. She has pioneered digital health solutions for nutrition support and explored genetic predictors of adverse drug reactions. Current efforts address pain management in pediatric cerebral palsy and optimizing supportive cancer care pathways. Grants and collaborations involve multidisciplinary teams in oncology, bioengineering, and public health. She advises on translational research bridging basic science to clinical practice, with a focus on improving patient outcomes through personalized interventions.

Daniel Valleroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Environmental Engineering
• Air Pollution
• Climate Change
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Daniel Vallero is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Duke University . He holds a Ph.D. from Duke (2000) , an M.S. from the University of Kansas (1996) , and a B.A. from Southern Illinois University (1974) . His career spans environmental engineering, exposure assessment, and climate change adaptation, with affiliations including North Carolina Central University (2012-2013) as Associate Professor. Education B.A., Southern Illinois University, 1974 M.S., University of Kansas, 1996 Ph.D., Duke University, 2000 Key Research Areas Environmental systems science Air pollution modeling and control Hazardous waste bioremediation Climate change governance Exposure-based chemical prioritization Biogeochemical cycling under climate stress Publication Trends Focus on PFAS exposure pathways , climate adaptation strategies , and pollutant fate in ecosystems Recent work includes high-throughput exposure models and environmental justice in global warming Scientific Awards Federal Honor Awards (2025) from the U.S. EPA Jeffrey B. Taub Award (1999) at Duke University Notable Contributions Authored Air Pollution Calculations and Environmental Systems Science Developed exposure prioritization tools like Ex Priori Post-9/11 environmental contamination studies in New York City

• Environmental Economics
• Environmental Policy
• Urban Economics
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Spencer Banzhaf is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at North Carolina State University (NC State), and Director of the Center for Environmental and Resource Economics Policy (CEnREP). He holds a PhD in Economics from Duke University. His research focuses on environmental policy, particularly land use, urban equity, and the interplay between environmental quality, real estate markets, and urban demographics. Key areas include environmental justice, fiscal federalism, and the historical evolution of environmental economic thought. He has contributed to journals such as the American Economic Review and Journal of Political Economy , and serves as editor of the Review of Environmental Economics and Policy . Recent work explores topics like racial segregation’s environmental impacts, the economic history of pollution pricing, and the valuation of ecosystem services. His scholarship bridges theoretical frameworks with applied policy analysis, emphasizing equity and interdisciplinary approaches. He is associated with NC State’s Economics Graduate Program and actively engages in policy debates through contributions to regulatory analyses and public discourse on environmental governance.

• Congenital Heart Disease
• Fetal Cardiology
• Pediatric Echocardiography
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Dr. Dina Ferdman is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine, serving as Director of the Pediatric Echocardiogram Program and Co-director of the Yale Fetal Care Center. She practices pediatric cardiology at Yale Pediatric Specialty Centers in Trumbull and Greenwich, providing comprehensive care for congenital heart disease from prenatal diagnosis through adolescence. Education & Training: MD: University of Massachusetts Medical School (2008) Pediatrics Residency: Columbia University Medical Center (2011) Chief Residency: Columbia University Medical Center (2012) Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship: Columbia University Medical Center (2015) Her research focuses on advancing diagnostic techniques in fetal and pediatric cardiology, particularly through echocardiography innovations. She investigates prenatal detection of congenital heart defects, ventricular strain analysis, and quality improvement initiatives for high-risk infant care. Her work integrates clinical practice with translational research to optimize outcomes for children with structural heart disease. Dr. Ferdman's publications demonstrate consistent focus on echocardiography techniques, prenatal diagnosis, and pediatric cardiac management. Recent work explores the application of high-sensitivity biomarkers for myocarditis diagnosis and quality improvement in preventive cardiology. Her longitudinal studies provide valuable insights into cardiac complications of inflammatory conditions like MIS-C. As Co-director of the Yale Fetal Care Center, she leads interdisciplinary teams providing comprehensive care for pregnancies complicated by fetal heart anomalies. She also directs the Pediatric Echocardiogram Program, implementing advanced imaging protocols and quality standards. She contributes to multicenter collaborative studies through the Fetal Heart Society Research Collaborative.

Pedro Pita Barrosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Microeconomics
• Economic Regulation
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Pedro Pita Barros is a Professor of Health Economics at the Nova School of Business and Economics , Universidade Nova de Lisboa, with a focus on health economics, regulation, and competition policy. He has held significant roles including Vice-Rector of Universidade Nova de Lisboa (2013-2017) and served on multiple national and international panels such as the European Commission’s Expert Panel on Effective Ways of Investing in Health and the Mission Board for Cancer (2019-2020). As Past-President of the Portuguese and European Associations of Health Economics, he has shaped academic discourse and policy. Education: 1997 - Agregação, Universidade Nova de Lisboa 1993 - PhD in Economics, Universidade Nova de Lisboa 1992 - MSt in Economics, Universidade Nova de Lisboa 1988 - BSc in Economics, Universidade Nova de Lisboa His research spans health economics, economic regulation, competition policy, and pandemic response, with over 50 journal articles and 10 book chapters. Recent studies analyze vaccine hesitancy, health system resilience, and socioeconomic disparities during crises. He has contributed to editorial boards and consulted for public and private entities in health economics and regulatory frameworks. Notable Committees & Roles: Portuguese National Council of Ethics for the Life Sciences (2015-2021) Portuguese National Health Council (2017-2021) Board of the Portuguese Energy Regulator (2005/2006) Governmental Commission for National Health Service Financial Sustainability (2006/2007) European Commission Mission Board for Cancer (2019-2020) Scientific Networks: Collaborated with researchers across Europe (e.g., Germany, Netherlands, Spain) and Brazil, focusing on cross-country pandemic responses, health equity, and policy effectiveness. His work integrates economics, public health, and data science, particularly through machine learning applications in healthcare.

Nathorn Chaiyakunaprukمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evidence Synthesis
• Health Technology Assessment
• Global Health
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Nathorn Chaiyakunapruk is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacotherapy at the University of Utah College of Pharmacy . He holds an adjunct appointment in Population Health Sciences and serves on multiple institutional committees including the Global Health Steering Committee and Health Economics Core at CTSI . His academic leadership extends to international roles with the World Health Organization and founding initiatives like the ISPOR Asia Consortium . Education : PhD in Pharmaceutical Outcomes Research, University of Washington PharmD, University of Wisconsin-Madison BS in Pharmaceutical Science, Chulalongkorn University Research Interests span health technology assessment , global health economics , and evidence synthesis . His work applies methodologies like network meta-analysis and umbrella reviews to address health equity, infectious disease modeling, and pharmaceutical policy. Recent studies focus on social determinants of health and vaccine economic value . Article Trends highlight collaborations in AI-assisted systematic reviews , vaccine rollout optimization , and health disparities . His publications frequently address cost-effectiveness and global health burden across infectious and non-communicable diseases. Scientific Awards : Senior Class (P4) Distinguished Teacher (2022) NRCT Outstanding Research Award (2019, 2012) Monash University PVC Research Award (2015) Nagai Research Foundation Awards (2006-2010) ISPOR Task Force Leadership (CHEERS 2022) Teaching & Service : Courses include Systematic Review and Meta-analysis and Global Health Policy . He chairs the Asia Pacific Evidence-based Medicine Network and advises WHO on vaccine economics and Thailand’s National Health Security Office on pharmaceutical policy.

• Demography
• Sociology
• Family Dynamics
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Jan Van Bavel is a full professor at the Faculty of Social Sciences, KU Leuven, with a focus on demography, family dynamics, and climate change impacts. He is a member of LC&Y - KU Leuven Institute for Child and Youth and participates in councils like POC Sociology and POC Master Psychology. Research spans fertility trends, migration, poverty analysis, and adolescent decision-making Active promoter/co-promoter in 8 projects (2021–2028) on climate-family links, migrant deservingness, and wealth inequality Teaches courses on population studies, climate change, and societal transitions His recent work examines climate change's effect on fertility desires, adolescent loyalties, and immigrant integration frameworks, with articles in journals like Demographic Research and Socio-Economic Review . No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided data.

Anna Alberiniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental Economics
• Energy Economics
• Econometrics
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Anna Alberini is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Maryland’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. She specializes in Environmental Economics, Energy Economics, and Econometrics. Her research focuses on residential energy demand, energy efficiency policies, vehicle fuel economy, and the economics of health and safety. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of California San Diego (1992), an M.A. from the same institution (1989), and a B.A. from the University of Venice (1987). Alberini teaches PhD-level econometrics and an undergraduate course on climate change economics. She supervises graduate and undergraduate research projects, emphasizing empirical analysis of energy policies and consumer behavior. Her work explores how policies like carbon taxes, registration taxes, and subsidies influence energy consumption, vehicle choices, and environmental outcomes. Recent studies include analyses of EV adoption in Washington, D.C., the effects of Georgian energy assistance programs, and CO2 emission pricing in Australia. She serves on editorial boards for Energy Economics , The Energy Journal , and Energy Policy , and has advised the U.S. EPA and Energy Information Administration. Her research highlights behavioral responses to energy prices, free-riding in incentive programs, and the valuation of health risks from chemical exposure. Key themes include policy effectiveness, equity, and cross-national comparisons of energy market dynamics.

• Dementia care
• Aging and gerontology
• Social engagement
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Professor Charlotte Clarke is a faculty member in the Department of Sociology at Durham University and serves as Executive Director of the Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing . Her research focuses on dementia care, aging, risk management, and technology-enabled education , with recent work examining cognitive frailty interventions, participatory care models, and cross-cultural caregiving dynamics in China. Key research areas: Dementia care, aging, social engagement, technology-enabled education, risk management Selected recent collaborations: CREST psychosocial intervention feasibility studies, Delphi consensus on cognitive frailty, participatory action research for post-diagnostic support Her publications span high-impact journals like Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience and Dementia . She supervises postgraduate researcher Jiaxi Li and collaborates with multidisciplinary experts globally. Current projects include policy briefs on air pollution’s impact on brain health and aging in the North reports.

Tony Cooksonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Empirical Finance
• Household Financial Decision-Making
• Investor Behavior
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Tony Cookson is a Professor of Finance and the Michael A. Klump Endowed Professor at the Leeds School of Business , University of Colorado Boulder, where he has served since 2013. His research spans empirical finance , household and corporate financial decision-making , and the impact of social media and legal institutions on financial behavior. He has published in top journals like the Journal of Finance , Journal of Financial Economics , and Management Science , focusing on topics from investor disagreement to fracking-induced debt repayment . Education : Ph.D. in Economics (University of Chicago), M.S. in Statistics and Applied Economics (Montana State University), B.S. in Economics (Montana State University) His research interests include: How social media shapes investor sentiment and trading patterns The economic consequences of fracking and casino policy Legal institutions and their role in credit market development Behavioral finance through LLM-driven investor personas His scientific awards include the Best Paper in Investments and Asset Pricing (MFA 2023) , NASDAQ Best Paper in Asset Pricing (WFA 2021) , and Finalist for TIAA Paul A. Samuelson Award (2021) . He serves as Editor at the Review of Corporate Finance Studies and Associate Editor at multiple top journals.

Hans-Peter Kohlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social and Economic Demography
• Population Aging
• Health and Cognition in Low-Income Contexts
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Hans-Peter Kohler is the Frederick J. Warren Professor of Demography and Professor of Sociology at the University of Pennsylvania. He co-directs the Population Aging Research Center (PARC) and chairs Penn’s Ph.D. Program in Demography. Ph.D. in Economics, University of California, Berkeley (1997) PI of multiple NIH and NSF grants (e.g., R01 HD044228, R21 AG053763, SES 172 9185) His research integrates demography, economics, sociology, and biology to study aging, health disparities, HIV/AIDS, and fertility in low- and high-income countries. Key projects include the Malawi Longitudinal Study of Families and Health (MLSFH) and Global Family Change (GFC) Project , which explore life-course health determinants, intergenerational support, and family structure transformations. Recent collaborative publications analyze cognitive aging in SSA (Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease 2023), mortality risk perception (PNAS 2024), and intergenerational transfers (Population and Development Review 2019). He has mentored students into faculty roles at institutions like NYU, University of Wisconsin, and University of Glasgow. His honors include the Clifford C. Clogg Award (PAA) and Otis Dudley Duncan Award (ASA), alongside leadership roles in the Society of Biodemography and Social Biology .

Yue Liمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Resilient Civil Infrastructure
• Structural Reliability
• Risk Assessment
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Yue Li is the Leonard Case Jr. Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Case Western Reserve University. He specializes in resilient and sustainable infrastructure systems, focusing on structural reliability, probabilistic design, and climate change adaptation. His research addresses risk assessment for infrastructure under extreme events, including earthquakes, hurricanes, and climate impacts. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2005 Research Interests: Dr. Li’s work integrates advanced statistical methods and data-driven approaches to enhance infrastructure resilience. Key areas include: Probabilistic modeling of structural systems Risk-informed decision-making for multi-hazard mitigation Climate change impacts on material durability and performance Asset management and lifecycle cost analysis Notable Contributions: His recent publications emphasize data-driven resilience metrics for water systems and seismic risk assessment for bridges. He has pioneered frameworks for evaluating infrastructure vulnerability under climate change, including corrosion effects and extreme weather adaptation. Awards: ABSE Outstanding Paper Award (2023) Case School of Engineering Teaching Award (2020) Nomination for John S. Diekhoff Award (2019) Leadership Roles: Dr. Li serves as Section Editor for the ASCE Journal of Structural Engineering and chairs multiple technical committees on safety and reliability. He leads initiatives to standardize multi-hazard design practices and resilience evaluation methodologies.

Patrick Singletonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Travel Behavior
• Transportation Planning
• Traffic Safety
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Patrick Singleton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Utah State University, specializing in transportation research. His work bridges travel behavior, safety analysis, and health impacts of transportation systems, with a focus on active transportation and data science applications. Academic Background: PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering (Portland State University, 2017) Research Areas: Travel behavior, transportation-electrification, pedestrian safety, health-wellbeing in transport Recent research trends emphasize data-driven approaches to pedestrian and bicycle safety, transportation electrification, and the impact of environmental factors like air quality on travel patterns. His lab develops tools for pedestrian data analysis and systemic safety improvements. Scientific recognition includes multiple UDOT awards and a 2017 Best Paper award. He mentors graduate students in transportation modeling and safety analysis.

Samuel Fishmanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Economic Stratification
• Population Health
• Educational Inequality
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Samuel Fishman serves as Assistant Professor of Sociology at Baylor University, joining the department in 2023 after completing a postdoctoral associate position at Duke University and two years of non-academic work in social science consulting and federal service. His academic credentials include: Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2019) M.A. in Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2015) B.A. in Sociology and History from Hope College (2013) Dr. Fishman's research program investigates economic stratification and population health through quantitative methods, with particular focus on intergenerational determinants of educational outcomes, racial/ethnic inequities in infant health, and the education-adult health nexus. His current work examines socioeconomic dimensions of the opioid crisis, employing large-scale demographic datasets to uncover structural drivers of health disparities across the life course. His publication record reveals consistent thematic focus across top-tier journals including American Journal of Sociology and Social Science Research , with recurring emphasis on educational inequality, mortality patterns, and health disparities. Methodologically, his work demonstrates sophisticated application of quantitative techniques to complex social phenomena. Scientific recognition: No awards or fellowships are documented in available sources. Regarding academic mentorship and funding, the provided materials contain no information about doctoral advisees, grant awards, or research team composition. Similarly, no laboratory facilities or collaborative research centers are mentioned in connection with his work.