جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

David E. Robbinsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Healthcare Informatics
• Biospecimen Informatics
• Data Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

David E. Robbins is an Associate Professor and Program Director of the Master of Health Informatics and Analytics at Samford University, affiliated with the School of Public Health and the Department of Healthcare Administration and Informatics. He holds a PhD and MSEE in computer engineering from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a BS in computer engineering from LeTourneau University. His research focuses on healthcare informatics, biospecimen informatics, data science, and machine learning, with a strong emphasis on applying software engineering and semantic web technologies to biomedical data challenges. He has developed tools for cancer genomics analysis and digital biorepositories, contributing significantly to translational research infrastructure. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent trend in leveraging big data and web-based frameworks for cancer genomics, biospecimen collaboration, and innovative applications of virtual reality in healthcare empathy training. These works reflect interdisciplinary efforts at the intersection of computer science, public health, and clinical research. Scientific Awards: Seng-jaw Soong Award for Excellence in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Research (2013) Outstanding Service to the Society for Design and Process Science (2012) Outstanding Graduate Student Engineer of the Year (2010-2011) Dr. Robbins has served as a key contributor in developing national-level informatics tools and frameworks. While no formal advisees are listed, his role as Program Director indicates leadership in graduate education. He has not disclosed grant funding or lab affiliations in the provided text. He is actively involved in professional societies and has presented at major conferences such as Translational Science and BCB. His work supports collaborative, data-driven advancements in public health and biomedical research.

Katherine Skinnerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Digital Preservation
• Academic Libraries
• Digital Libraries
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Katherine Skinner is a Lecturer at the School of Information, San José State University, and the Executive Director of the Educopia Institute, a non-profit dedicated to advancing digital scholarship and preservation through inter-institutional collaboration. She is the founding director of the MetaArchive Cooperative and leads the Library Publishing Coalition project. PhD in American Studies, Emory University (2005) BA in Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1996) Her research centers on digital preservation, digital libraries, academic libraries, and information systems, with a strong focus on collaborative, community-driven models. She explores funding sustainability, digital curation, and the preservation of critical digital materials such as electronic theses and newspapers. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on distributed digital preservation, cooperative governance, and the evolving roles of libraries in digital scholarship. Themes include sustainability, networked infrastructure, community engagement, and policy alignment across institutions. Society of American Archivists' 2013 Preservation Publication Award for Aligning National Approaches to Digital Preservation Dr. Skinner has led major research initiatives funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS). She regularly teaches courses in digital preservation and advises on digital scholarship programs. She has co-edited three books and authored numerous reports and articles. She also directs collaborative projects involving over 50 academic libraries, emphasizing mentorship through leadership and professional development. She leads the MetaArchive Cooperative and the Library Publishing Coalition, both of which function as collaborative networks advancing digital preservation and scholarly communication. These initiatives foster innovation through shared infrastructure and community governance.

• IT Security
• Cybersecurity
• Open-Source Software Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tobias Dam serves as an Academic Professional at the Institute of IT Security Research within the Department of Computer Science and Security at St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences. His work focuses on practical cybersecurity challenges with emphasis on open-source software ecosystems, data space security, and web-based threats. Based in the B-Campus-Platz 1 location, he actively contributes to both research and educational initiatives in IT Security. His educational background includes completing HTL St. Pölten's Department of IT/Computer Science program from 2008-2013, followed by a Bachelor's degree in IT Security at St. Pölten University of Applied Sciences from 2013-2016. He gained practical experience in 2015 working on software development, security, and configuration management in the "upribox" project. Since 2016, he has been pursuing a Master's degree in Information Security at the same institution. Dr. Dam's research spans multiple critical areas in modern cybersecurity, with particular expertise in analyzing vulnerabilities in open-source software ecosystems. His work on critical open-source software databases represents significant contributions to understanding the "health status" of important open-source projects. He has also made notable advances in data space security, developing policy patterns for usage control, and conducting extensive analyses of web-based threats including typosquatting, pop-up scams, and cryptojacking. His research uniquely bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis of real-world security issues, often examining how privacy techniques like k-anonymity impact machine learning classifiers and how data deletion affects model integrity. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to major cybersecurity conferences and journals, with recent work focusing on dataspace connector implementations, critical open-source software metrics, and vulnerability assessment in open-source packages. His research trajectory shows increasing specialization in the security challenges of modern data ecosystems while maintaining strong connections to practical implementation concerns. Through his video presentations on cloud services versus self-operated programs and secure remote corporate IT access, Dr. Dam actively engages in knowledge transfer to broader technical audiences beyond traditional academic publication channels.

Harald Gjermundrodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Distributed Computing Systems
• Computer Security
• Cyber Security
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Harald Gjermundrod is a Professor of Computer Science in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Nicosia's School of Sciences and Engineering, where he has served since September 2008. Previously, he was a Post-Doctorate Associate (2006-2008) at the High-Performance Computing Systems Laboratory, University of Cyprus. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Washington State University (2006) MS in Computer Science, Washington State University (2001) BS in Computer Science, Washington State University (1999) Dipl.-Ing, Oslo Metropolitan University (1998) His research spans Distributed Computing Systems , Computer Security , Blockchain Technology , and Data Protection , with emphasis on practical implementations like GridStat middleware for power grids and privacyTracker for GDPR compliance. As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he leads research on active defense mechanisms and data protection frameworks. His 87+ publications since 2001 show evolving focus from grid computing (2006-2010) to blockchain applications (2016-present), with recent work emphasizing privacy engineering, secure e-voting, and AI-driven security analytics. Key trends include transitioning from infrastructure-focused research (GridStat, ICGrid) to policy-compliant systems (privacyTracker, HoneyCY). Scientific Recognition: Senior Member of ACM Eclipse Committer Status (Alumni) Chair of ACM Cyprus Chapter (2015-2018) He has secured funding from EU programs, US National Science Foundation, and National Institute of Technology, developing software products including GridStat (critical infrastructure middleware), ICGrid (medical data sharing), and ReProTool (Bologna Process compliance). His supervision has produced student-developed prototypes like NoteLocker and HoneyCY. Current projects include privacyTracker (GDPR compliance) and SmartTeV (blockchain voting). As co-director of the Informatics Security Laboratory, he oversees research on active defense systems, honeypot frameworks (HoneyCY), and verifiable data traceability, with applications in e-government and healthcare security.

Martin Fischerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Nonlinear Optical Microscopy
• Biomedical Imaging
• Art Conservation Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Martin Fischer is a Research Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Physics at Duke University, with a Faculty Network Membership at the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. He directs the Advanced Light Imaging and Spectroscopy (ALIS) facility at Duke, where he leads cutting-edge research in nonlinear optical microscopy and its applications in biomedical imaging, nanomaterials characterization, and art conservation science. Education: Ph.D., University of Texas, Austin (2001) M.A., University of Texas, Austin (1993) Dr. Fischer's research focuses on developing novel nonlinear optical contrast mechanisms for molecular imaging. His work centers on ultrafast laser pulse shaping techniques that enhance measurement sensitivity for previously inaccessible molecular interactions. These methods enable non-invasive, high-resolution 3D imaging in highly scattering environments such as biological tissue. His research spans multiple disciplines, with significant applications in early melanoma detection, characterization of nanomaterials like graphene and gold nanoparticles, and non-destructive analysis of historic artwork. His innovative approaches have opened new pathways for both medical diagnostics and cultural heritage preservation. Analysis of Dr. Fischer's recent publications reveals a strong focus on pump-probe microscopy applications across two primary domains: biomedical imaging (particularly for melanoma diagnosis) and art conservation science. His work demonstrates how nonlinear optical techniques can provide molecular-specific contrast without requiring exogenous labels. The publications show an increasing trend toward translational research, with several studies directly addressing clinical needs in cancer diagnosis and public health applications like face mask efficacy testing during the pandemic. Scientific Awards: Optica Fellow, Optica (formerly Optical Society of America) - 2024 Imaging Scientist Award, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative - 2019 Outstanding Dissertation Award in Physics, The University of Texas at Austin - 2001 Dr. Fischer has secured substantial research funding through multiple competitive grants that support his work in both biomedical imaging and cultural heritage science. His current projects include developing next-generation microscopy techniques for early-stage metastatic melanoma detection (2024-2025), investigating missed metastases in early-stage melanomas (2023-2026), and advancing optical contrast methods for biological tissue and cultural heritage objects (2021-2024). His collaborative approach is evident in projects like the OP: Multimodal Molecular Spectroscopy and Imaging initiative (2016-2019) that bridged biomedical and art conservation applications. As director of the Advanced Light Imaging and Spectroscopy (ALIS) facility, Dr. Fischer oversees a state-of-the-art research infrastructure that serves multiple departments at Duke University. The facility supports interdisciplinary research in nonlinear optics, with applications spanning physics, chemistry, biomedical engineering, and art conservation. His team collaborates with clinicians for melanoma research and with art conservation experts to develop non-invasive techniques for analyzing historic paintings.

Marufa Sultanaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Wildlife Ecology
• Urban Ecology
• Landscape Ecology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marufa Sultana is a Researcher at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) and a Visiting Scientist at the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Management , Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources, University of Freiburg, Germany. She leads the project CitiesForALL: Co-creating future cities for people and wildlife and contributes to research on urban biodiversity through fieldwork, data analysis, and interdisciplinary collaboration. PhD in Wildlife Ecology and Management (University of Freiburg, 2022) Research areas: Urban ecology, biodiversity conservation, nature-based solutions, and socioecological urban planning Current roles: Postdoc at ITAS-KIT with YIG Prep Pro Fellowship; Visiting Scientist at University of Freiburg Her research focuses on understanding how urbanization, landscape connectivity, and socioeconomic factors influence avian diversity across climate zones. She integrates ecological fieldwork with spatial analysis and citizen science data to improve urban planning frameworks for wildlife conservation. Recent publications address cross-regional comparisons of biodiversity drivers (Southern Asia vs. Western Europe), small green space functionality for birds, and trade-offs between impervious surfaces and habitat heterogeneity. Key methodologies include GIS modeling, species distribution mapping, and multivariate statistical analysis. 2023: KIT Young Investigator Group Preparation Program scholarship 2022-2024: Senior Expert on biodiversity and nature-based solutions at ICLEI European Secretariat She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in the Sylvanus research group at ITAS, specializing in urban forest resilience and habitat trade-off analysis. Her work emphasizes co-creation approaches with municipalities and stakeholders to develop climate-adaptive urban landscapes.

Luigi Pintacudaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Urban Resilience
• Sustainable Urban Design
• GIS and Spatial Analysis
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luigi Pintacuda serves as Head of Architecture and Design at the University of Hertfordshire's School of Creative Arts, where he leads the Architecture+ Research Group. A chartered architect (ARB RIBA) with over a decade of academic leadership experience, his work bridges urban-scale design, sustainable futures, and computational methodologies for resilient communities. His educational foundation includes: PhD in Architecture, IUAV - Istituto Universitario di Architettura di Venezia (2012) MArch+BA in Architecture, Università degli Studi di Palermo (2004) Pintacuda's research centers on urban resilience through design-driven approaches, specializing in GIS data integration, AI-assisted decision-making tools, and climate-adaptive regeneration of built environments. His work develops analytical frameworks for measuring community resilience while addressing Mediterranean urban contexts like Bucharest and Matera. Recent projects emphasize transformative pedagogy through summer schools that catalyze real-world urban interventions. Analysis of his 32+ research outputs reveals consistent focus on computational resilience measurement (50%), climate-adaptive urban tools (30%), and pedagogical innovation (20%). His 2023-2025 publications demonstrate accelerating integration of AI-driven platforms with traditional architectural practice, particularly in Italian urban contexts. As Principal Investigator, Pintacuda directs six major projects including Shaping Future Latina (2024-2025), Geraci Siculo: "Missione Futuro" (2024-2025), and PRISONERS OF ARCHITECTURE (2024). These initiatives feature: Summer school frameworks engaging Latinas communities Net-zero carbon assessment tools for urban areas Design workshops bridging museums and correctional facilities Collaborative partnerships with Italian city councils He leads the Architecture+ Research Group, fostering cross-disciplinary work on urban typology, resilient communities, and adaptive reuse strategies through international collaborations across Europe.

Caterina Ballettiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geomatics
• Urban Ecology
• Cultural Heritage Conservation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof.ssa Caterina Balletti is a faculty member at the Department of Project Cultures , Università IUAV di Venezia , holding the academic rank of Professor in the CEAR-04/A - Geomatics disciplinary sector. She leads multiple research initiatives including the MURATORI and VeLA - Venezia Libro Aperto projects, focusing on multi-scale geomatic approaches for historical center resilience. Her work integrates GIS and satellite surveying SLAM technology for urban mapping BIM-GIS integration for archaeological data climate risk assessment for infrastructure , with recent projects like SAR-CLIMARIS examining advanced MT-InSAR monitoring in climate-vulnerable contexts. She contributes to inclusive urban design through the IDEA | Inclusive Design and Environmental Accessibility aggregation, demonstrated in her H-City | Housing in the city collaborative research. Her teaching includes GIS and Satellite Survey of Coastal Environments (2025 Laurea Magistrale) and Urban and Territorial Planning modules.

Jose Manuel Dominguez Alonsoمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Earth Physics
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Marine Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jose Manuel Dominguez Alonso is a researcher at the University of Vigo , affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and the Marine Research Center . His work focuses on Earth Physics and Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) applications in marine and renewable energy systems. He is part of the FA9 EphysLab research group at the Ourense campus. Education: PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Vigo (2014) under advisors Dr. Moncho Gómez Gesteira and Dr. Alejandro Jacobo Cabrera Crespo. His research explores fluid dynamics , off-shore wind turbines , wave energy converters , and fluid-structure interaction . He has developed DualSPHPhysics for high-performance computing in marine environments. His recent articles (2024-2025) emphasize teaching numerical modeling to students, 3D hydrodynamic analysis , and coupled simulation techniques . His work bridges computational methods with real-world marine engineering challenges like coastal protection and renewable energy optimization.

Paul von Hippelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education Policy
• Obesity Research
• Statistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Paul von Hippel serves as Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin, where he bridges education policy, public health, and advanced statistical methodology to address real-world challenges in educational equity and child health. Education: Ph.D. from Ohio State University His research focuses on the impact of school structures on childhood obesity, summer learning dynamics, and methodological innovations for missing data analysis. He critically examines conventional wisdom—such as universal summer learning loss—using quasi-experimental designs and longitudinal datasets to isolate causal effects of policies like year-round schooling. His work frequently challenges assumptions in educational research through rigorous statistical evaluation of seasonal patterns, pandemic disruptions, and obesity interventions. Recent publications reveal three dominant trends: (1) School calendar reforms as obesity prevention tools, analyzing how extended/structured school days affect weight outcomes; (2) Statistical methodological advances in imputation, effect size interpretation, and heterogeneity analysis; (3) Meta-research on peer review practices and scientific reproducibility. His Chilean obesity policy evaluations and pandemic learning loss studies highlight cross-national applicability. Scientific awards were not documented in the source material. As Associate Dean for Research, von Hippel oversees institutional research strategy, grant development support, and interdisciplinary collaboration frameworks. While specific grants weren't itemized, his leadership facilitates large-scale studies like Project STAR reanalyses and obesity policy evaluations. He mentors graduate students in quantitative methods, though no advisees were named in the provided text. He operates within university-wide research infrastructure rather than a dedicated lab, frequently collaborating with epidemiologists, education economists, and policy analysts on multi-institutional teams studying school-based health interventions and educational measurement.

David Zwickerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biological Physics
• Soft Matter Physics
• Phase Separation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Zwicker serves as a Max Planck Research Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization in Göttingen, Germany, where he heads the Theory of Biological Fluids group. His research investigates how soft and fluid-like biological materials achieve precise spatial and temporal organization through physical principles. Dr. Zwicker's work centers on biomolecular condensates, pattern formation, and smart materials design. His group employs statistical physics, dynamical systems theory, and fluid dynamics to model biological processes including phase separation in cells, active matter systems, and nasal airflow mechanics. Current projects explore how phase transitions might enable cellular information processing and how chemical activity drives droplet self-propulsion. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal strong focus on phase separation dynamics in biological contexts, with emerging themes in active condensates, multicomponent mixtures, and computational modeling tools. His group develops open-source software like flory for phase diagram analysis and py-pde for partial differential equations. Scientific recognition includes: ERC Starting Grant for biomolecular condensates research Dr. Zwicker leads an active research team currently comprising postdoctoral researchers Guido Kusters and Filipe Thewes (joined October 2024), with ongoing recruitment for ERC-funded projects. His group maintains strong computational focus while collaborating across physics and biology disciplines. The Theory of Biological Fluids group operates within the Max Planck Institute's Department of Fluid Dynamics, utilizing advanced modeling to bridge theoretical physics and cellular biology.

• Assistive Technologies
• Chemistry Education
• 3D Printing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Terence Cavanaugh is a full professor of Instructional Technology at the University of North Florida’s College of Education and Human Services, specializing in curriculum design, instructional technology, and assistive technology. As a Fulbright Specialist, he brings global experience from teaching in diverse regions including China, Korea, Bahrain, Kuwait, Tuvalu, and the Caribbean, alongside a robust publication record in educational technology and open-source resources. Education: Science Education (with certifications in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Science, General Science, and Middle Grades) Instructional Technology State-certified media specialist Research Interests: Assistive Technologies for disabilities and Deaf/Hard of Hearing learners 3D Printing applications in STEM education and tactile learning Digital Learning strategies across K-12 and higher education Open Educational Resources (OER) and textbook innovation Scientific Contributions: 15+ publications on technology integration, including books on OER and science education Key focus areas: computational thinking, infographic resumes, and performance-based funding Scientific Awards: Fulbright Specialist for global educational collaboration

Sarah Schönbrodt-Stittمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainable Land Management
• Water Management
• Soil Properties
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sarah Schönbrodt-Stitt is a Researcher at the Chair of Remote Sensing , part of the Institute of Geography and Geology under the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Würzburg . She actively contributes to projects like WASCAL-DE-Coop (West Africa climate adaptation), MedWater (Mediterranean water security), and Central Asian Waters (CAWa), with expertise in soil erosion, climate change impacts, and remote sensing for environmental monitoring. Education includes a PhD in Geography from the University of Tübingen (2008–2014), focusing on soil erosion in the Three Gorges Dam area, and a diploma in Geography (main) with minors in Geology and Environmental Economics from Universities of Greifswald and Göttingen (2001–2007). Her work spans field research, data analysis, and international collaboration, including internships in Namibia, Tunisia, and Germany. Research Interests center on sustainable land and water management , integrating remote sensing and GIS for ecological modeling in dynamic regions. Key areas include soil degradation , climate change adaptation , disaster risk reduction , and project coordination . Her recent publications focus on soil moisture mapping , cropland classification , and transboundary water governance in regions like the Aral Sea and Mediterranean agroforestry systems. Scientific Trends from her 15 most recent articles show a strong emphasis on remote sensing applications for soil moisture estimation , land degradation , and water resource management . She leverages Sentinel-1/Sentinel-2 data , Cosmic-Ray Neutron Probes , and machine learning to address challenges in Central Asia , West Africa , and Mediterranean ecosystems . Grants & Collaborations include funding from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) for WASCAL-DE-Coop and MedWater, and the Federal Foreign Office for CAWa. She collaborates with institutions like the Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies (IASS), Geoforschungszentrum (GFZ), and Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK).

Steven Wittمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Library & Information Science
• Global Studies
• East Asian Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Steven Witt is an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s University Library, serving as Head of the International and Area Studies Library. His work spans global studies, Japanese studies, and library science, with a focus on internationalism, information policy, and sustainable development. Research Interests International librarianship and transnational networks Information policy and equity Global sustainability initiatives Historical foundations of library science Academic publishing ethics Publication Trends His recent publications highlight libraries as catalysts for social resilience, the evolution of peer review processes, and the intersection of historical thinking with modern challenges like the 5th Industrial Revolution. Research emphasizes global-local dynamics, cultural preservation, and technological adaptation. Professional Contributions Witt leads efforts in campus internationalization, advocates for digital equity, and explores the role of libraries in post-crisis recovery. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary policy challenges, particularly in information literacy and NGO information systems.

Luis Hernanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Narrative Architecture
• Critical Theory
• Digital Cultures
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luis Hernan serves as Lecturer in Spatial Narratives at the University of Sheffield's School of Architecture and Landscape, concurrently holding leadership positions as Deputy Director of Postgraduate Research and Lead of the PhD by Design programme. He co-edits the open-access journal field: and contributes to institutional initiatives including the SSoA Feminist Library and curriculum decolonization efforts, demonstrating deep integration within the university's academic ecosystem. Education: PhD in Architecture, Newcastle University MSc in Architecture, Newcastle University BA in Architecture, Mexico (institution unspecified) His research investigates narrative as fundamental to architectural and urban experience, critically examining how stories shape spatial understanding through Latin American literary traditions. Key trajectories include utopian domesticities in smart technologies, Mexico-US border spatial politics through science fiction tropes, and deindustrialization narratives in Northern England. His transdisciplinary methodology uniquely fuses critical theory with creative practice in photography, poetry, and ficto-critical writing. Publication analysis reveals consistent thematic evolution from digital spatial atmospheres (2012-2016) toward decolonial border studies and Empire critiques (2018-2023), with increasing emphasis on anti-racist praxis and climate-responsive urbanism. Collaborative patterns show sustained partnerships with Ramirez-Figueroa on border technologies and Cheatle on anti-racist architecture, while solo works develop his monograph on Silicon Valley's spatial narratives. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source materials Advising focuses on doctoral research in narrative architecture, decolonial theory, and speculative futures, though specific supervisees aren't named. Grant history isn't detailed, but collaborative publications indicate participation in bio-materialism projects (e.g., bacteria-based soil engineering) and digital humanities initiatives. He contributes to the Spaces, Culture and Politics Research Group and has collaborated on living systems projects involving bacterial hygromorphs and protocell research, suggesting engagement with interdisciplinary labs exploring biological computation and responsive materials at the architecture-technology interface.