جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Rodney Harrisonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Critical Heritage Studies
• Archaeology
• Museum Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Rodney Harrison is a Reader in Archaeology, Heritage and Museum Studies at the UCL Institute of Archaeology, University College London. He serves as the founding editor of the Journal of Contemporary Archaeology and has been Vice President of the Association of Critical Heritage Studies since 2012. His research focuses on critical heritage studies, contemporary archaeology, and future-making practices in heritage contexts. Harrison's work challenges traditional boundaries between past, present, and future in heritage discourse, emphasizing how heritage functions as a future-oriented practice. His research spans cultural and natural heritage, exploring connections between heritage conservation and other material legacy management systems, including nuclear waste disposal. Harrison leads the major international 'Heritage Futures' research program funded by the UK Arts and Humanities Research Council. This project represents one of the largest critical, comparative ethnographic studies of heritage practices, examining how different forms of heritage function as distinctive future-making practices across diverse contexts. His scholarly contributions include more than a dozen books and over 60 peer-reviewed articles. Notable publications include Collecting, Ordering, Governing: Museums, Anthropology and Liberal Government (2016), Heritage: Critical Approaches (2013), Reassembling the Collection (2013), Understanding the Politics of Heritage (2011), and The Heritage Reader (2008). Harrison's work consistently engages with critical theory, challenging conventional heritage frameworks and exploring innovative approaches to understanding how material and cultural legacies shape future possibilities. His research has significant implications for heritage policy, conservation practice, and theoretical developments in critical heritage studies.

Brigitte Stegerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Japanese society
• Cultural anthropology
• Gender studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Brigitte Steger is a Senior Lecturer in Modern Japanese Studies at the University of Cambridge, where she serves as a Fellow in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at Downing College. She teaches modern Japanese society courses and directs graduate affairs while serving as Secretary of the Degree Committee. MA, MPhil, PhD in Japanese Studies (University of Vienna) Visiting researcher at multiple Japanese universities Co-founder of Cambridge Creative Circular Plastics Centre sub-project Her research focuses on cultural anthropology of Japanese daily life, particularly sleep practices (inemuri), gender dynamics in urban spaces, disaster response rituals, and cleanliness/waste practices. She conceptualizes sleep as socio-cultural performance and examines temporal practices in premodern Japan. Recent publications analyze Heian-era sleep patterns, 2011 tsunami shelter hygiene, and plastic consumption in consumer societies. She leads international research on historical timekeeping and contemporary waste practices. Her edited volumes explore Japanese gender diversity, including 'herbivore boys' and manga girl culture. Scientific awards: Bank Austria Prize (2002) Vorarlberg Science Award (2005) University of Cambridge weekly research contributor She supervises graduate research projects and serves on the European Association for Japanese Studies and Japan Anthropology Workshop councils. Her 2025-26 sabbatical focuses on completing Heian-period sleep research.

Akshaya Jhaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Energy Economics
• Environmental Economics
• Industrial Organization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Akshaya Jha is an Associate Professor of Economics and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy , as well as a Faculty Research Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) . His work combines economic modeling with causal inference to analyze energy and environmental policy impacts on electricity markets. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Stanford University B.S. in Economics and Statistics, Carnegie Mellon University Research Interests span energy economics , environmental economics , industrial organization , and public policy , focusing on quantifying economic and environmental trade-offs in electricity supply policies. Recent work includes financial trading in California’s electricity market, Germany’s nuclear phase-out, rooftop solar growth in Western Australia, and electricity blackout determinants in India. Scientific Contributions appear in American Economic Review , Management Science , and PNAS . Article trends reveal expertise in regulatory distortions , market design , environmental externalities , and policy communication . Scientific Awards: Hicks-Tinbergen Award (best paper in Journal of the European Economic Association ) Heinz College Martcia Wade Teaching Award (2023) USAEE Young Professional Research Award (2021)

• Actinide chemistry
• Nuclear materials science
• Solid state chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Murielle Rivenet is a Professor in the Solid State Chemistry Department at Centrale Lille, specializing in actinide chemistry and materials for sustainable nuclear power. She is affiliated with the Catalysis and Solid State Chemistry Unit (UCCS), a CNRS research unit (UMR CNRS 8181). Her office is located in building C7, room 228 at the Scientific City campus in Villeneuve d'Ascq, France. Dr. Rivenet's research focuses on the solid-state chemistry of actinides and lanthanides, particularly exploring oxalate compounds and their applications in nuclear materials. Her work spans several key areas: Crystal growth and structural characterization of actinide compounds Nuclear waste immobilization materials Coordination chemistry of uranium, thorium, and plutonium Materials for sustainable nuclear power generation Synthesis and characterization of oxalate-based coordination polymers Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on developing materials for nuclear applications, with particular attention to crystal engineering of actinide compounds. She has made significant contributions to understanding the structural chemistry of oxalate-based materials containing uranium, thorium, and other actinides, which have implications for nuclear fuel cycles and waste management. Dr. Rivenet has received recognition for her work in actinide chemistry as evidenced by her extensive publication record in high-impact journals including Inorganic Chemistry, Journal of Solid State Chemistry, and Chemical Communications. She actively collaborates with researchers across France and internationally, working on projects related to nuclear materials science and sustainable nuclear power. Her research group develops advanced materials for nuclear applications, with a focus on understanding fundamental chemical behaviors of actinides in solid-state systems.

Ola Wikanderمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ancient Near Eastern Languages
• Hebrew Bible Studies
• Ugaritic Philology
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Ola Wikander is Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in Old Testament Exegesis at Lund University 's Centre for Theology and Religious Studies, with affiliations to the Joint Faculties of Humanities and Theology. His work bridges Ancient Near Eastern languages with Indo-European studies through etymological poetics . Pro Futura Scientia Fellow (2017-2023) Visiting Scholar at Wolfson College, Cambridge (2021-2022) Member of Royal Physiographic Society in Lund Wikander's research focuses on: Philological analysis of Hebrew, Ugaritic, Hittite, and Luwian texts Interactions between Indo-European and Semitic linguistic cultures Historical phonology of Northwest Semitic languages Preservation of knowledge for nuclear waste communication Mythological motif transmission across cultures His scholarly output (69 items) covers: Ugaritic epic analysis Hebrew tense system typology Indo-European loanwords in Semitic Theurgical motifs in religious texts Hydro-philology intersections Comparative mythological studies Notable Awards Pro Futura Scientia Fellowship Eva och Lars Gårding Linguistics Prize August Prize Shortlist (2006) Carlo Landberg Foundation Award Academic Contributions include: Editorial board, Coniectanea Biblica Co-editor, Ugarit-Forschungen (2022-2024) Research projects on Semitic-Indo-European interactions Multi-year nuclear waste communication studies

• Applied Mathematics
• Numerical and Computational Mathematics
• Pure Mathematics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Shepherd is an Associate Professor in the School of Science at RMIT University, specializing in applied mathematics, numerical and computational mathematics, and their applications in engineering and environmental systems. His research focuses on analyzing nonlinear problems, particularly in bioreactor dynamics, fluid mechanics, and nuclear energy policy. He has contributed to studies on anaerobic digestion models, reactor stability, and the role of nuclear energy in climate change mitigation. Education: Doctorate in Applied Mathematics (not explicitly stated in text, inferred from title). His work bridges theoretical analysis and real-world applications, such as optimizing methane production in waste digesters and evaluating environmental policies for nuclear energy. He actively supervises research projects, including the analysis of anaerobic digester dynamics. Dr. Shepherd’s publications span interdisciplinary topics, emphasizing the intersection of mathematics, engineering, and environmental science. He engages with policy discussions on nuclear energy’s role in decarbonization, advocating for its integration into clean energy strategies. His research highlights the importance of multiscale analysis in understanding complex systems like bioreactors and fluid flows. Collaborations involve industry and international institutions, reflecting his commitment to practical solutions for sustainability challenges.

Johan Fredrikzonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• History of Ideas
• History of Science and Technology
• Digitalization
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Johan Fredrikzon is a researcher at the Division of History of Science, Technology and Environment at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. During the 2024–25 academic year, he is a visiting scholar at Stanford University . Previously, he served as a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of California, Berkeley (2022–2024) and as a research affiliate at Yale University (2018–2019) . He is also an editor at Sensorium , a peer-reviewed journal based at Linköping University. Education: Ph.D. in History of Ideas, Stockholm University (2021) M.Sc. in Computer Science, Stockholm University (2013) Research Interests: Johan Fredrikzon’s research focuses on loss, disappearance, errors, waste, and decay as they intersect with labor, knowledge, risk, and creativity . His current project, funded by the Swedish Research Council, examines the history of artificial intelligence through the lens of human mistakes (1940–1990), exploring how the concept of error has shaped definitions of intelligence in both humans and machines. His work spans Cold War studies, digital art, material culture, media philosophy, visual culture, and the history of death and dying . Publications & Themes: His recent publications reflect a deep engagement with media theory, memory studies, and the cultural history of technology . Themes include the role of exhibitions as media, the material conditions of forgetting, and the philosophical implications of nuclear radiation as existential risk. These works collectively trace how technological and cultural narratives shape human understanding of mortality, memory, and intelligence. Teaching & Editorial Work: He teaches undergraduate courses in the history of Western thought from the Pre-Socratics to Postcolonial theory , and has extensively taught on the histories of digital technology, technological critique, futurology, and death in the nuclear age . As an editor at Sensorium , he contributes to scholarly discourse on media, art, and literature. Current & Future Projects: Under contract with Fri Tanke , a leading Nordic publisher, Fredrikzon is writing a history of artificial intelligence aimed at a general audience, tracing the evolution of AI thought and its societal implications.

Efstathios (Stathis) Michaelidesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Advanced Energy Systems
• Energy Conversion and Conservation
• Geothermal Energy
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Efstathios (Stathis) Michaelides is the W.A. "Tex" Moncrief, Jr. Founding Chair of Engineering at Texas Christian University (TCU). He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Engineering Science from Brown University (1980, 1979) and a B.A. in Engineering Science and Economics from Oxford University (1977). His research focuses on advanced energy systems, multiphase flow, and renewable energy transitions. Ph.D. , Engineering Science, Brown University, 1980 M.S. , Engineering Science, Brown University, 1979 B.A. , Engineering Science and Economics, Oxford University, England, 1977 Michaelides' work spans energy conversion , geothermal systems , nanofluidics , and particle-fluid dynamics . His recent publications analyze energy storage requirements for renewable transitions, drag force correlations in complex flows, and thermodynamic implications of carbon sequestration. His research trends include decarbonization strategies , nanoparticle-enhanced phase transitions , and smart microfluidic systems . He has also contributed to foundational texts like Particles, Bubbles and Drops (2006) and the Multiphase Flow Handbook (2017).

Pavel V. Tsvetkovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Engineering
• System Analysis & Optimization Methods
• Complex Engineered Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Pavel V. Tsvetkov is a faculty member at Texas A&M University , holding the rank of Professor of Nuclear Engineering and serving as the Director of the Graduate Program in Nuclear Engineering . He is also an Affiliated Faculty member of the Multidisciplinary Engineering program . His office is located in the AIEN M205B building, and he can be contacted at tsvetkov@tamu.edu . Educational Background: Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, Texas A&M University (2002) M.S. in Theoretical & Experimental Reactor Physics, Moscow State Engineering Physics Institute (1995) Research Interests: Professor Tsvetkov's research spans a wide range of advanced nuclear engineering topics. His primary focus includes system analysis and optimization methods , complex engineered systems , and symbiotic nuclear energy systems . He is deeply involved in waste minimization and sustainability , particularly through the development of high-temperature gas-cooled reactors (HTGRs) and molten salt reactors (MSRs) . His work also explores direct nuclear energy conversion systems and the integration of AI and deep learning into nuclear reactor control and monitoring systems. Research Trends in Publications: Over the past few years, Professor Tsvetkov has published extensively on the application of machine learning and deep learning in nuclear engineering. His recent works focus on autonomous reactor control , reactor dynamics simulation , and remote monitoring systems using satellite data and AI. He has also contributed to the design and analysis of microreactors for space applications and molten salt reactor dynamics . Scientific Awards: George Armistead, Jr ’23 Faculty Excellence Teaching Award Advising and Grants: As Director of the Graduate Program in Nuclear Engineering, Professor Tsvetkov plays a key role in mentoring and advising graduate students. While specific student names are not listed, his leadership in the program and extensive research output suggest active involvement in student research and training. Labs and Teams: Professor Tsvetkov is associated with the Nuclear Power Engineering group at Texas A&M University, contributing to both academic and applied research in nuclear systems design and safety.

• Intergenerational Justice
• Nuclear Waste Management
• Energy Justice
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lee Towers is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Institute for Collective Place Leadership and SSSHL Research & Innovation, affiliated with Teesside University. His work focuses on intergenerational justice, nuclear waste management, and energy transitions. He holds a PhD in Energy Justice from the University of Brighton (2022), an MSc in Environment and Development from the University of Leeds (2016), and prior degrees in education and history. PhD: Energy Justice and the UK's Energy Transition, University of Brighton (2018–2022) MSc Environment and Development, University of Leeds (2015–2016) PGCE, Manchester Metropolitan University (2009–2010) MA Modern European History, University of Manchester (2004–2006) His research integrates anthropological perspectives, decolonial theory, and deliberative democracy frameworks. Recent work explores temporal challenges in nuclear waste governance and the sociopolitical dimensions of energy transitions. His articles and presentations address topics like hydrogen innovation, intergenerational equity, and trust in environmental discourses. Labs/Teams: Active within the Institute for Collective Place Leadership and SSSHL Research & Innovation, collaborating with institutions like the University of Groningen and Nuclear Waste Services.

• Environmental Geography
• Cultural Geography
• More-than-Human Geographies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jonathon Turnbull is a cultural and environmental geographer affiliated with the Department of Geography at the University of Cambridge, where he is a PhD candidate. His research focuses on radioactive resurgence in the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, exploring narratives of nature’s recovery and the ethical implications of nuclear ecologies. He is a member of the Vital Geographies research group and has held academic roles including Dissertation Supervisor (BA Geography, University of Oxford) and editorial roles with Routes: The Journal for Student Geographers . His work bridges environmental humanities, digital geographies, and post-humanist theory, with a focus on dogs, wolves, and human-nature relations in contested landscapes. Education: PhD in Geography (ESRC funded), University of Cambridge (2018–present); MSc (Distinction) in Nature, Society and Environmental Governance, University of Oxford (2017); BA (First Class) in Geography, University of Oxford (2015). Research Interests: More-than-human geographies, nuclear ecologies, digital ecologies, post-humanism, animal studies (dogs/wolves in Chernobyl), and the Ukrainian Environmental Humanities. He collaborates with filmmakers, artists, and international researchers to explore topics like contaminated care, weird ecologies, and pandemic-era human-animal relations. Awards: Over 15 grants and honors, including Cambridge Festival production grants, ESRC funding, and the AJ Pressland Prize for Ukrainian language excellence. His work has been featured in outlets like The Ecologist , BBC, and cultural festivals. Grants & Projects: Digital Ecologies (international research group), Ukrainian Environmental Humanities Network, Terraforming Terra (Norway), and The Dogs That Survived documentary. He has organized conferences on topics like digital animal encounters and serves on editorial boards for journals and magazines. Labs/Teams: Co-founder of Digital Ecologies research group; collaborator with the Clean Futures Fund’s Chernobyl dog project; affiliated with the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy and Wageningen University.

Robert Emmet Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental sociology
• Human dimensions of ecosystem management
• Public opinion and policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert Emmet Jones is a Professor and Associate Head in the Department of Sociology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He serves as a Senior Fellow with the Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment and the Center for the Study of Social Justice, and holds faculty associate appointments in the Environmental Studies Program and Watershed Program. Education: PhD, Washington State University, 1990 Dr. Jones specializes in environmental sociology with expertise in human dimensions of ecosystem management, public opinion and policy, and environmental justice. His interdisciplinary research bridges social and natural sciences, examining rural-urban dynamics, conservation behavior, and community responses to environmental hazards. Key methodological strengths include survey design and analysis of socio-ecological systems. His publication portfolio reveals consistent focus on urban forestry valuation, public support for environmental protection, and social justice dimensions of pollution. Recent works analyze biophysical indicators in forest conservation, homeowner attitudes toward urban trees, and racial disparities in environmental health outcomes, demonstrating applied research with policy relevance. Dr. Jones has mentored graduate students through funded projects on wolf reintroduction, salmon restoration, hazardous waste management, and GMO policy. His research portfolio includes collaborations with agencies managing the Columbia River Basin, Oak Ridge Nuclear Reservation, and Southern Appalachian water systems. He maintains active roles in the Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment, Center for the Study of Social Justice, and Watershed Program, directing interdisciplinary teams addressing regional environmental challenges through community-engaged scholarship.

Lisa Nathanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Climate Justice Informatics
• Indigenous Information Studies
• Information Ethics & Policy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Lisa Nathan is an Associate Professor and current PhD Program Chair at the University of British Columbia's School of Information, situated on unceded Musqueam territory. Her academic home resides within the Department of Library, Archival and Information Studies under the Faculty of Arts, where she directs doctoral studies and teaches specialized courses in information ethics and climate justice. Her research examines the critical intersection of information policy, sustainability, and Indigenous knowledge systems, exploring how information ecosystems shape societal values through frameworks like climate justice and multi-lifespan design. Nathan's work consistently centers on disrupting colonial information practices while developing ethical alternatives through community-engaged scholarship, particularly evident in her collaborations with Indigenous communities on language preservation and cultural protocols. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward decolonial computing and environmental justice, with increasing emphasis on Indigenous-led information initiatives and the inclusion of 'other-than-human' participants in design processes. Her scholarly output spans high-impact journals including Journal of Documentation and First Monday, alongside influential books like Digital Technology and Sustainability: Engaging the Paradox. Outstanding Information Science Teacher Award (2017) Honorable Mention Paper Award at ACM CSCW (2016) Leadership in ACM SIGCHI Sustainability initiatives British Columbia Library Association Climate Action Committee Nathan actively supervises doctoral research through UBC's Indigenous Information Studies pathway, currently mentoring Rodrigo dos Santos while having guided recent graduates including Shaffer, Shankar, and Kaczmarek to completion. Her service includes chairing the First Nations Curriculum Concentration (2010-2018) and developing innovative courses like LIBR 564: Information Practice and Protocol in Support of Indigenous Initiatives. As Director of the Centre for Climate Justice research cluster, she fosters interdisciplinary collaborations addressing information policy's role in environmental crises.

Reinhard Wimmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy
• Protein Structure Analysis
• Antimicrobial Peptides
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Reinhard Wimmer is a Professor at Aalborg University's Department of Chemistry and Bioscience, affiliated with The Faculty of Engineering and Science and the Medical Biotechnology Center for Microbial Communities. His research focuses on NMR spectroscopy, protein structure analysis, and bioprocess engineering. He leads projects such as SEAMARK (Horizon Europe) and collaborates on initiatives like INNO-H2S for H2S scavenger recovery. Education: No explicit details provided Key research interests include antimicrobial peptides, metabolomics, and biodegradable polymer processing. Recent work addresses PET waste depolymerization and calmodulin dynamics. Active in interdisciplinary projects combining biotechnology with environmental engineering. His 217+ publications span NMR-based metabolomics, enzyme engineering, and microbial metabolite analysis. Awards and grants include funding from the Novo Nordisk Foundation and Horizon Europe.

Behnam Taebiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Energy & Climate Ethics
• Engineering Ethics
• Nuclear Energy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Behnam Taebi is Full Professor of Energy & Climate Ethics and Scientific Director of the Safety & Security Institute at Delft University of Technology. He leads TU Delft | The Hague, a university-wide initiative connecting engineering knowledge with public policy. His work bridges technology, ethics, and policy through roles at Harvard University’s Belfer Center (2014–2020) and The Young Academy of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (2016–2021). As co-Editor-in-Chief of Science and Engineering Ethics , he contributes to shaping ethical discourse in engineering. BSc in Material Science and Engineering (2006) PhD in Philosophy of Technology (2010) Taebi's research focuses on the ethical dimensions of energy systems, nuclear technology, and climate engineering. He explores intergenerational justice, distributive equity, and responsible innovation frameworks. His work integrates value-sensitive design and moral emotions to address uncertainties in technological risk governance, particularly for nuclear energy and carbon capture. Recent publications highlight ethics in nuclear waste repositories, climate policy metaphors, and synthesizing justice frameworks. His VENI-grant from NWO supports innovative research on technological risks. Collaborations span the OECD Expert Panel on transdisciplinary research and co-editorship of influential volumes like The Ethics of Nuclear Energy (Cambridge, 2015) and Ethics and Engineering: An Introduction (Cambridge, 2021). As Scientific Director of the Safety & Security Institute , he leads interdisciplinary efforts to address societal challenges through engineering ethics. His initiatives emphasize inclusive energy transitions, equitable climate strategies, and bridging technical and social sciences in policy-making.