جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Educational Policy
• Educational Administration
• School Leadership
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Luciana Joana is an Invited Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Psychology and Education Sciences, University of Porto (FPCEUP), and an integrated researcher at the Centre for Educational Research and Intervention (CIIE). She is actively engaged in post-doctoral research within the FYT-ID project and contributes to national and international educational policy dialogues through affiliations with REIPEGE, EEPN, OBVIE, and FPAE. PhD in Education Sciences, UTAD (2021) Master’s in Education Sciences, UTAD (2013) Bachelor’s in Primary Education, Escola Superior de Educação de Coimbra (2009) Her research focuses on educational policy, administration, school leadership, and teacher development . She investigates the role of school inspection in quality assurance, the attractiveness of the teaching profession, and intergenerational dialogues in education. Her work emphasizes democratic values, equity, and institutional reform. Her recent publications analyze school inspection systems, teacher autonomy, and educational quality across Portugal and Europe. She explores themes such as compliance versus cultural change in schools, spatial and social inequalities in education, and the historical evolution of educational oversight. Innovative Pedagogical Practice Award, University of Porto (2023) Luciana supervises three Master’s students and has served on two Master’s thesis juries. She has participated in multiple funded research projects, including FCT’s FYT-ID and Bridging Generations, as well as Erasmus+ initiatives like TeachersMOD. She is a peer reviewer for academic journals and contributes to policy briefs and educational forums. She is actively involved in the IDEAFOR research community and the Observatory Life in Schools (OBVIE). She leads and participates in research teams focused on educational reform, teacher modernization in Kurdistan, and intergenerational teaching practices. Her future work aims to strengthen teacher development through dialogic and ecological models of professional growth.

• Multiple Myeloma
• Clinical Trials
• Hematology
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Ruth Wester is a researcher in the Department of Hematology at Erasmus MC, focusing on multiple myeloma and clinical trials in hematologic malignancies. She is actively involved in international collaborations such as the European Myeloma Network (EMN) and the HARMONY Project, contributing to major advancements in staging systems and treatment evaluation frameworks. Her research interests center on multiple myeloma , clinical trial design , pharmacological treatments (including pomalidomide and dexamethasone), and patient outcomes such as progression-free and overall survival. She contributes to the development of core outcome sets and clinical benefit scales for hematologic malignancies, ensuring patient-centered approaches in oncology research. The trend in her recent publications highlights a strong focus on evidence-based oncology, with significant contributions to prognostic models (e.g., R2-ISS) and therapeutic evaluation (e.g., ESMO-MCBS:H). Her work bridges clinical research and practical implementation in hematology, with high citation impact and inclusion in clinical guidelines. She has contributed to several high-impact publications in journals such as Journal of Clinical Oncology , Annals of Oncology , and Haematologica . Notably, her work on the R2-ISS staging system has been cited over 280 times and is referenced in clinical guideline sources. She also authored a doctoral thesis on clinical trials in multiple myeloma, demonstrating deep expertise in trial methodology and treatment outcomes. Ruth Wester collaborates extensively with leading hematologists and oncologists across Europe. Although no formal advising or grant leadership is mentioned, her role in large consortia like HARMONY and EMN indicates active participation in funded research networks. She is not listed as leading a lab or research team, but her collaborative footprint is substantial.

Simon G. Mochrieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biophysics
• Super-Resolution Microscopy
• Optical Tweezers
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simon G. Mochrie is a Professor of Applied Physics and Physics at Yale University, leading the Mochrie Lab. His research focuses on applying physical techniques to study biological systems, including chromatin structure, protein degradation mechanisms, and nuclear mechanics. He develops advanced optical tools such as optical tweezers and STED microscopy to investigate molecular-scale biological processes. Key research areas include: Single-molecule optical tweezers studies on nucleosomes and V(D)J recombination Development of fast-scanning STED microscopy to study the ubiquitin-proteasome system in yeast Investigation of peripheral chromatin's role in buffering cytoskeletal forces on the nucleus His lab integrates instrumentation design with biological systems analysis, emphasizing super-resolution imaging and in vivo measurements. Current projects include probing proteasome dynamics and chromatin mechanics in living cells.

• Respiratory Medicine
• Sleep Disorders
• Lung Cancer
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jonathan Williamson is an Associate Professor and Clinical Associate Professor at Macquarie Medical School, affiliated with Macquarie University Hospital as a Visiting Medical Officer. He practices as a Consultant Respiratory and Sleep Physician at Liverpool Hospital. His expertise spans respiratory and sleep medicine, specializing in advanced airway interventions such as rigid bronchoscopy, cryotherapy, and stent placement. He led the TSANZ Interventional Pulmonology Special Interest Group (2015-2019) and chairs committees developing national guidelines for respiratory procedures. Research interests include bronchoscopy innovations, airway obstruction management, and lung cancer diagnostics. He actively collaborates on projects involving robotic bronchoscopy platforms, 3D-printed stents, and genomic sequencing applications in oncology. His work emphasizes translational medicine bridging clinical care and discovery. Key contributions include pioneering techniques for pulmonary hydatid cyst removal and advancing electromagnetic navigation bronchoscopy. His activities include over 28 presentations on topics like sleep apnea screening tools and biocompatible materials for airway stents.

Cristian Pasluostaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Biomedical Engineering
• Neural Engineering
• Human Motion Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

PD Dr.-Phil. Cristian Pasluosta is a Senior Lecturer and Group Leader of the Physiological Control System Group at the Laboratory for Biomedical Microtechnology (IMTEK), University of Freiburg, within the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on applying machine learning and pattern recognition to analyze human motion, particularly in amputee populations and patients with neurological disorders. Key areas include restoring motor functions via peripheral nervous system stimulation, gait dynamics, and balance control mechanisms. Education & Positions: 2017–Present: Group Leader, IMTEK, University of Freiburg 2014–2016: Postdoctoral Researcher, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg 2011–2014: Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Cleveland Clinic, USA 2006–2010: PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Louisiana Tech University 2000–2005: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba, Argentina Research Interests: Analysis of neural/muscular signals in amputees and neurological patients Balance and postural control mechanisms in amputees Design of neurostimulation paradigms for sensory feedback restoration His work emphasizes translational research to improve prosthetic and orthotic technologies. Funding & Collaborations: Supported by DFG, B. Braun Foundation, and collaborations with institutions like University Hospital Freiburg and Swiss Paraplegic Center.

Anna Kosovichevaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Visual Perception
• Spatial Vision
• Eye Movements
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anna Kosovicheva is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), where she co-directs the Applied Perception and Psychophysics Laboratory (APPLY Lab) with Dr. Benjamin Wolfe. Her research integrates vision science with real-world applications, focusing on spatial vision, binocular vision, and eye movement dynamics. PhD in Psychology, University of California, Berkeley (2015) Postdoctoral Researcher, Northeastern University (2015-2020) Dr. Kosovicheva investigates how individual differences in fundamental visual processes impact real-world perception, including driving safety, digital text readability, and visual impairments like amblyopia and strabismus. Her work employs psychophysical methods, eye tracking, and naturalistic scene analysis to develop novel diagnostic tools and improve human-computer interaction. Recent publications explore the low-prevalence effect in road hazard detection, variable font readability, and peripheral binocular imbalances in amblyopia. Collaborations with Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at UofT demonstrate her interdisciplinary approach. Dr. Kosovicheva has secured multiple research grants, including an NSERC Discovery Grant and sponsored projects with Adobe, focusing on optimizing digital interfaces and understanding visual search efficiency. NEI F32 Postdoctoral Fellowship She supervises graduate students and teaches courses in perception, sensation, and visual cognition. The APPLY Lab team includes postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and research assistants working on translational vision science applications.

Parisa Malekzadehمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Surgical Oncology
• Immunotherapy
• T Cell Therapies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Parisa Malekzadeh, M.D. serves as Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Surgery at City of Hope, with clinical locations in Corona and Upland, California. She specializes in surgical oncology with expertise in skin cancer, stomach cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, and breast cancers, emphasizing minimally invasive techniques and patient-centered collaborative care. Her educational background includes: M.D. from University of Arizona College of Medicine (2013) Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (2024) Surgical Oncology Fellowship in Tumor Immunobiology at National Cancer Institute (2019) Surgery Residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School (2015-2022) Dr. Malekzadeh's research focuses on advancing cancer immunotherapy through T cell therapies and novel clinical trial designs. Her work bridges surgical oncology with tumor immunobiology, particularly investigating neoantigen recognition and adoptive cellular therapies for solid tumors. She maintains active clinical research in gastrointestinal malignancies and breast cancer. Her publication portfolio demonstrates significant contributions to immunotherapy mechanisms, with recurring themes in p53 neoantigen targeting, T cell engineering, and biomarker discovery across gastrointestinal, breast, and neuroendocrine cancers. The research spans translational studies from bench to clinical application. Awards and professional recognition include: Society of Surgical Oncology 2019 Award Harvey Baker Traveling Fellow Award Multiple academic scholarships and leadership awards during medical training Ongoing membership in Association of Women Surgeons and Society of Surgical Oncology Dr. Malekzadeh actively participates in clinical teams for Breast Cancer, Stomach Cancer, and Gastrointestinal Cancers at City of Hope. Her clinical practice integrates cutting-edge surgical techniques with participation in immunotherapy trials, maintaining strong connections to research institutions like Memorial Sloan Kettering and National Cancer Institute where she completed advanced training.

• Tourism Studies
• Complex Tourism Systems
• Tourism Destination Governance
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Daniel Blasco Franch is an Associate Professor in the Department of Organization, Business Management and Product Design at the Faculty of Tourism, University of Girona. He is also a Senior Research Associate at the School of Tourism & Hospitality, University of Johannesburg, and an external examiner at the School of Hospitality Management and Tourism, Technological University Dublin. His work spans academic, institutional, and international networks in tourism research and education. PhD in Tourism (University of Girona, 2014) Second PhD in progress at Leeds Beckett University, UK ORCID: 0000-0002-6347-5340 | Scopus: 9735677400 His research centers on tourism destinations as complex systems, focusing on organizational networks, governance, and sustainable planning—especially in border and island regions. He explores how tourism destinations can become more resilient through adaptive governance, network collaboration, and strategic innovation. His work integrates systems thinking with practical destination management. The recent publications reflect a strong trend in understanding tourism through complex adaptive systems, sustainability, and governance. His work spans geographical, managerial, and policy-oriented dimensions, often combining qualitative and systems-based methodologies. Topics include border tourism, island resilience, heritage, and future scenarios for tourism development. Reviewer for over 25 international journals (15 JCR-indexed) Member of ATLAS, TRINET, NecsTOUR, PATA, Regenerative Travel Association Daniel has supervised 2 completed PhDs and currently mentors 3 PhD candidates, including an Industrial PhD with the Catalan Tourism Agency. He has taught over 230 credits in undergraduate and graduate programs and coordinated the Master in Tourism Management and Planning (2021–2024). He has contributed to academic program evaluation and quality assurance at national and international levels. He is actively involved in international academic collaboration, with institutional ties across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, including universities in South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, USA, Canada, Mongolia, Malaysia, Russia, UK, Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, and Australia.

Camilla Sandbergمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Congenital Heart Disease
• Exercise Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Camilla Sandberg is an Associate Professor in Physiotherapy and Senior Lecturer at the Department of Community Medicine and Rehabilitation, Umeå University. She concurrently serves as a specialist physiotherapist at Umeå University Hospital's Heart Center, focusing on cardiac rehabilitation, and holds an affiliated research fellowship in the Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine (Cardiology Section). Her research centers on physical performance, exercise, and rehabilitation in congenital and acquired heart disease, with specialized expertise in pediatric/adult congenital heart defects. Key investigative themes include: Muscle function and body composition dynamics in congenital heart conditions Remote-supervised cardiac rehabilitation interventions Physical activity optimization for chronic cardiovascular populations She leads international collaborations, including a project with Deakin University (Melbourne) on tele-rehabilitation. Sandberg's recent publications (2021–2025) predominantly analyze congenital heart disease outcomes, spanning exercise capacity, frailty, digital health interventions, and metabolic comorbidities. Methodological trends include multicenter cohort studies, randomized trials, and patient-reported outcome validation. She contributes to the research group Physical performance across the life span (PAL) , emphasizing lifespan approaches to cardiopulmonary health.

Nicolas Chevrollierمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sustainability
• Post-Growth Economy
• Business Model Innovation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nicolas Chevrollier is an Associate Professor at Nyenrode Business University, affiliated with the Faculty Research Center for Entrepreneurship, Governance & Stewardship. He holds roles in academic leadership, including chairing the BSc education committee and contributing to the Modular MBA program. His research focuses on sustainability transitions, post-growth economies, and integrating degrowth principles into business models. He has extensive international experience across Africa, Europe, and the U.S., including roles as Managing Director of the Inclusive Business Accelerator and volunteer work in Madagascar. Education highlights include a PhD from the National Institute of Telecommunications (2006) with research at NIST (USA), followed by the INSEAD Social Entrepreneurship Programme (2008). His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in sustainable market transformation and organizational innovation. He advocates reconciling profitability with environmental and social stewardship through strategic business model redesign. Key research interests include causal loop analysis in sustainability transitions, dynamic capabilities for ESG performance, and entrepreneurial interventions in institutional change. His articles analyze diverse sectors like fashion, tourism, and healthcare to explore scalable sustainability solutions. While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to inclusive business frameworks and degrowth theory reflect impactful academic engagement.

• Applied Econometrics
• Labour Economics
• International Trade
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Aurora Murcho Galego is an Associate Professor at the University of Évora and serves as a Group Coordinator. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Bristol (1998), an M.Sc. in Mathematics Applied to Economics and Business from ISEG/UTL (1992), and a B.A. in Economics from the University of Évora (1988). Her research focuses on applied econometrics, labour economics, international trade, and foreign direct investment. Her work examines wage inequality dynamics, regional disparities, and EU enlargement impacts. Notable projects include studies on gender wage gaps, inter-regional wage differentials in Portugal and Europe, and FDI determinants in the EU and MENA regions. She has supervised doctoral theses on topics like regional convergence and labour market mobility. Her publications span peer-reviewed journals such as Applied Economics Letters , Oxford Economic Papers , and Regional Studies . She has contributed to numerous research projects, including analyses of family-owned firms' financing, EU expansion effects, and transfrontier economic relations between Portugal and Andalusia.

Hugh Herrمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bionics
• Biomechatronics
• Prosthetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Hugh Herr is a Professor of Media Arts and Sciences at MIT Media Lab and Co-Director of the K. Lisa Yang Center for Bionics. He focuses on merging human physiology with electromechanics to create bionic limbs that restore natural mobility for amputees. His work includes breakthroughs like the Agonist-Antagonist Myoneural Interface (AMI) surgery and neural-controlled prosthetics. Education: Not explicitly stated in text, but his career path indicates advanced degrees in biomechanical engineering or related fields. Research Interests: Bionics, biomechatronics, prosthetic design, neural interfaces, and equitable access to bionic technology, especially in developing countries. His lab explores advanced materials, clinical trials, and regenerative surgical techniques. Notable Achievements: TIME's 'Leader of the Bionic Age' (2011), over 200 peer-reviewed publications/patents, and innovations like the EmPower Ankle-Foot Prosthesis. Awards include the Heinz Award, Princess of Asturias Award, and multiple industry accolades. Grants and Collaborations: Involvement with the McGovern Institute, partnerships with Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and the Sierra Leone Orthotics & Prosthetics Program. Labs/Teams: Leads the MIT Media Lab's Biomechatronics Group, which emphasizes diversity, equity, and interdisciplinary innovation.

Ulises Alejandro Aregueta Roblesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Biomedical Engineering
• Tissue Engineering
• Conductive Polymers
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ulises Alejandro Aregueta Robles is an early-career researcher at the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering at UNSW. His work focuses on developing advanced biomaterials, including hydrogel-based neural interfaces and conductive coatings for neural prosthetics such as cochlear implants and deep brain stimulators. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering and a Master’s in Biotechnology. His research integrates hydrogel cell carriers to engineer biological neural networks, aiming to address nerve tissue diseases, and designs smart electrode coatings to enhance neural implant performance. Current projects include 3D tissue organoids for neural interfacing testing and improving conductive hydrogel coatings for chronic implant durability. Ulises has authored over 30 publications since 2014, with recent work focusing on platinum electrode dissolution mechanisms, bioelectronic neural interfaces, and cochlear implant optimization. His work bridges material science and clinical applications, aiming to improve neural prosthetic efficacy and longevity.

• Regional Development
• Cross-Border Cooperation
• Spatial Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrzej Jakubowski is a Lecturer in the Department of Socio-Economic Geography within the Faculty of Earth Sciences and Spatial Management at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Poland. His office is located in room 116B, and he holds consultations on Fridays from 12:00-14:00. Dr. Jakubowski specializes in regional and local development, with particular expertise in peripheral areas, cross-border regions, cross-border cooperation, and demography. His research examines the complex dynamics of border regions within the European Union context, with special focus on Polish borderlands including relationships with Ukraine, Lithuania, and Belarus. His recent scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on cross-border functional areas, territorial cohesion, and the impact of EU policies on border regions. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical analysis of specific border contexts, particularly in Eastern Europe. He has published in high-impact journals such as Journal of Transport Geography (IF 5.7) and Regional Studies (IF 4.595). Dr. Jakubowski has secured research funding from various sources including the European Commission and the National Science Center (NCN MINIATURA 2 grant). His project portfolio includes international collaborations such as the Cross-border Research Fellowship with the Border Policy Research Institute at Western Washington University. He is an active member of scholarly organizations including the Committee for Spatial Economy of the Polish Academy of Sciences (KPZK PAN), the Regional Studies Association, and the Polish Section of the European Regional Science Association.

• Obesity Research
• Endocrinology
• Men's Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Gary Wittert serves as the Mortlock Professor of Medicine at the University of Adelaide within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences and Adelaide Medical School. He holds dual appointments as Senior Consultant Endocrinologist at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and Director of the Freemasons Foundation Centre for Men's Health. His academic journey began at Johannesburg's University of Witwatersrand, followed by postgraduate training at Christchurch Hospital and Otago University in New Zealand, with additional training at Harvard Medical School and Oregon Health Sciences University. Dr. Wittert's research spans five interconnected domains: (1) Peripheral mechanisms of appetite regulation including gastrointestinal hormones and gastric vagal signaling; (2) Weight loss interventions for obesity with endpoints in diabetes and cardiac function; (3) Testosterone physiology and metabolism relationships; (4) Obstructive sleep apnea epidemiology; and (5) Longitudinal cohort studies including the Florey Adelaide Male Ageing Study (FAMAS) tracking 2,500 men aged 35-80 years. His work has established MAILES (Men And Information, Lifestyle, Environments and Systems) as one of Australia's largest male health cohorts. His publication record includes over 350 peer-reviewed papers focusing on obesity, testosterone, and metabolic health. Recent research trends demonstrate increasing emphasis on circadian biology, time-restricted eating, and the intersection of sleep disorders with metabolic diseases. The T4DM trial represents a landmark multicenter study examining testosterone's role in diabetes prevention. Fellow of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences Senior Principal Research Fellow at South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute Founding Editor-in-Chief of Obesity Research and Clinical Practice Former President of Australasian Society for Study of Obesity Previous Vice President of Asia Oceania Association for Study of Obesity Professor Wittert actively supervises Masters and PhD candidates while leading multiple NHMRC-funded projects including the T4DM diabetes prevention study. He chairs the Weight Management Council of Australia and co-founded both the Freemasons Foundation Centre for Men's Health and the NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence in Nutritional Physiology. His research teams include the Healthy Ageing Research Cluster at the University of Adelaide and large-scale multidisciplinary collaborations examining testosterone physiology and obesity interventions.