جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Housing and Homelessness
• Community Food Security
• Social Justice
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Jennie Vengris is an Associate Professor at McMaster University's School of Social Work , focusing on housing and homelessness, community food security, and equity-centered policy. She develops innovative Field Education opportunities for undergraduate students, emphasizing community development , social justice , and grassroots advocacy , while teaching community and policy-based social work practice courses. Research Interests : Her work explores the intersection of personal and structural risk/protective factors in homelessness, advocating for comprehensive housing policies and equity analysis. She investigates community food security through grassroots responses to poverty-related hunger, ensuring alignment with structural solutions. Publications highlight trends in equity-focused field education, arts-informed social work pedagogy, and narratives for social justice. Her recent outputs emphasize structural inclusion, marginalized student experiences in field placements, and integrative approaches to social work practice. Education : Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Social Work (Social Work and Indigenous Studies), McMaster University Master of Social Work (Social Welfare Policy Analysis), McMaster University

Rafik Hamzaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cybersecurity
• Information Security & Privacy
• Applied Cryptography for Big Data Applications
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Rafik Hamza is an Associate Professor in Information Management & Cybersecurity at Tokyo International University , with prior roles at National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT, Tokyo), Guangzhou University, and SONATRACH (Algeria). His work spans Cryptography , Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning , and Blockchain-Enabled IoT Security . Ph.D. (2017) in Cryptography and Security from University of Batna M.Sc. (2014) in Cryptography and Security from University of Batna B.Sc. (2011) in Applied Mathematics from University of Batna His research interests focus on securing big data ecosystems through advanced cryptographic methods, including post-quantum algorithms and homomorphic encryption. He actively explores blockchain integration for IoT authentication and privacy-preserving deep learning architectures. Recent publication trends highlight his contributions to hybrid chaotic image encryption, IP protection in distributed systems, and secure ML frameworks. Collaborations with researchers like Alzubair Hassan and Minh-Son Dao demonstrate cross-disciplinary applications. 2021-2022 : Funded by Najran University's Institutional Funding Committee (Project NU/IFC/ENT/01/013) for AI/ML in emerging technologies Associate Editor at Cureus Journal of Computer Sciences (2024–present) Conference Chair for AMLDS 2025

• Genetics
• Genome-Wide Association Studies
• Osteoarthritis Research
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Masayuki Yamamoto serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the University of Michigan Medical School. His research spans multiple areas of genetics, genomics, and translational medicine, with a particular focus on large-scale genome-wide association studies and their clinical applications. His primary research interests include: Genetics of osteoarthritis and development of potential therapeutic targets Cross-population analysis of respiratory and cardiometabolic diseases Metabolome and proteome analysis in disease contexts Trace element analysis and its relationship to human health Hematocrit-glucose metabolism relationships Dr. Yamamoto has been involved in several landmark studies, most notably the world's largest osteoarthritis genetic study analyzing data from nearly 2 million individuals, which identified hundreds of new genetic links to the disease and potential drug targets. His work on cross-population polygenic heterogeneity has revealed important differences in genetic correlations between East Asian and European populations regarding respiratory and cardiometabolic diseases. His recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Translational genomics applications Biobank data analysis Metabolome and proteome integration with genetic data Development of analytical methods for trace element profiling Dr. Yamamoto collaborates extensively with international research teams, including institutions in Japan such as Tohoku University, and contributes to major genomic initiatives that aim to translate genetic findings into clinical applications for common complex diseases.

Timo Minssenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Competition and Regulatory Law
• Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Law
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Timo Minssen is Professor of Law at the University of Copenhagen and Founding Director of the Center for Advanced Studies in Bioscience Innovation Law (CeBIL) . He holds affiliations as an Inter-CeBIL Research Affiliate at the Petrie-Flom Center (Harvard Law School) and an LML Research Affiliate at the University of Cambridge. His career spans roles such as TUM Global Visiting Professor (Technical University of Munich), Visiting Scholar at Harvard, Oxford, and Cambridge, and PI for the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s Inter-CeBIL research program. Education: German Staatsexamen (Göttingen), Swedish LL.M., LL.Lic., and LL.D. (Lund & Uppsala Universities). Specializations: Intellectual Property, Competition & Regulatory Law in health/life sciences; focuses on genome editing , AI , big data , and quantum technologies . His research bridges legal, ethical, and commercial challenges in biomedical innovation, emphasizing sustainable R&D regulation , open innovation , and technology transfer . He has published over 220 articles in journals like Science , Nature Biotechnology , and JAMA , with themes spanning pharmaceutical patent law, bioethics, and AI governance. Scientific awards : King Oscar Award (2014), Jorcks Foundation Prize (2017), Awapatent Research Prize (2009). Grants : Novo Nordisk Foundation (50 million DKK), EU Horizon, SSHRC, Wallenberg Project. He advises the WHO , WIPO , and EU Commission on digital health, AMR, and AI policy, and supervises PhD students in areas like CRISPR licensing , antimicrobial resistance , and pharmaceutical regulation . His work appears in media outlets such as The Economist , Politico , and The Lancet Digital Health .

Verena Pflugمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Clinical Child Psychology
• Anxiety Disorders
• School Absenteeism
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Dr. Verena Pflug is a researcher at the Ruhr University Bochum within the Research and Treatment Center for Mental Health (FBZ) , specializing in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology . She leads and contributes to significant research projects like the KibA-Studie (Kinder bewältigen Angst) and IMPROVE-MH-Studie (mental health support for refugees), funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF). Her work focuses on emotional disorders, anxiety disorders, and school absenteeism in youth, with a strong emphasis on structured diagnostic tools and evidence-based interventions. Education: Dr. rer. nat. (PhD), Ruhr University Bochum (2020) Approbation as Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist (2017) MSc in Clinical Psychology (2010) BSc in Psychology (2008) Research Priorities include optimizing diagnostics for children and adolescents, leveraging structured interviews, and digital psychotherapy solutions like DiSkO (Diagnostik Skills Online Lernen). She integrates parental involvement in therapeutic processes and evaluates long-term outcomes through multicenter studies. Her recent publications examine extinction learning in anxiety disorders, metacognitive shifts post-exposure therapy, and affective style modifications via CBT. Scientific Awards include a 5,000 Euro prize from RUBeL-Wettbewerbs 5x5000 (2020) and a DAAD Travel Award for the EABCT Congress (2013). She has secured substantial BMBF funding for projects such as DiSkO and PROTECT-AD P2. Labs and Teams are centered at the Center for Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy and the Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology department, collaborating with networks across Germany and international institutions.

Alisa Frikمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Privacy and Security
• Behavioral and Experimental Economics
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Dr. Alisa Frik is a Research Scientist at the International Computer Science Institute (ICSI) and a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of California, Berkeley's Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences. As a member of the Usable Security and Privacy (BLUES) research group, she integrates behavioral economics and experimental methods to study privacy and security behaviors across vulnerable populations and emerging technologies. Ph.D. in Economics from University of Trento Consulting services for user experience and privacy Expert witness in legal cases involving user privacy Her research spans privacy in smart home devices, IoT security for seniors, behavioral interventions in digital advertising, and the economics of privacy protection. She employs mixed-method approaches including lab experiments, surveys, and experience sampling to analyze how trust, cognitive biases, and contextual factors shape technology interactions. Key article trends include privacy dynamics in smart homes, behavioral economics applications to security compliance, and human factors in emerging technologies like AR and AI. Her work addresses both primary users and bystanders' perspectives across healthcare, domestic, and commercial contexts. Alisa's expertise combines quantitative and qualitative methodologies with a focus on: Behavioral economics Privacy threat modeling User-centered security design Contextual integrity theory Security nudges Smart technology adoption

• Law
• Religious Law
• Civil Law
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Artur Mezglewski is a Professor at the Faculty of Law and Administration of War Studies Academy. His work focuses on Religious Law, Civil Law, and Administrative Law , with significant contributions to family law, data protection, and road traffic regulations. Primary affiliation: War Studies Academy Key research areas: Religious Law, Civil Law, Data Protection Law, Road Traffic Law His publications analyze legal frameworks for religious marriages, civil liability of religious organizations, and procedural aspects of road traffic control. Recent articles address Supreme Court rulings on marriage registration (2023), data privacy in religious communities (2017), and administrative compliance in traffic law (2019). He has edited and authored chapters in monographs related to judicial efficiency, religious freedom, and crime prevention, collaborating with institutions like the Institute of Justice and KUL Publishing House.

• Terrorism
• Violent Extremism
• Criminology
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Paul Gill is a Professor of Security and Crime Science at the University College London (UCL), affiliated with the Department of Security and Crime Science . He previously held a postdoctoral research fellowship at the International Center for the Study of Terrorism , Pennsylvania State University. Research Interests : His work focuses on terrorism, including suicide bombing motivations, lone-actor terrorism, terrorist network structures, and risk assessment methodologies. He investigates how cognitive inflexibility, psychological distress, and "dark" personality traits relate to extremist behavior. His research spans criminology, political science, and psychological profiling. Publications & Grants : He has authored over 143 publications, including studies on open-source data limitations , crowdsourcing extremism research , and terrorist propaganda analysis . Funded by organizations like the European Research Council , Office for Naval Research , and National Institute of Justice , his projects explore IED development, soft target vulnerabilities, and terrorist communication. Awards : Recipient of the prestigious Jean Blondel Award (2010) for best European Political Science Ph.D. thesis

• Constitutional Law
• Civil Rights Law
• Privacy Law
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Scott Skinner-Thompson is an Associate Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder's Colorado Law School , specializing in constitutional law, civil rights , and privacy law with a focus on LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS issues. He is also an LGBTQ Studies Program Affiliate Faculty member. Education : Details not explicitly stated in the text. His research examines how privacy intersects with anti-subordination frameworks , arguing for constitutional protection of privacy rights for marginalized communities. His work spans transgender rights , gender expression , and surveillance regimes , with a particular emphasis on the First Amendment implications. Recent articles address: Transgender healthcare (2025) Gender identity in education (2024) Privacy's role in equitable democracy (2021) Historical roots of queer rights in Obergefell (2015) He has published extensively on topics like transgender military bans , bathroom bills , and blood donation policies for SLATE , JOTWELL , and other legal forums.

Andrew Lawrence Priceمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computer Vision
• Robotics for Space Applications
• Machine Learning
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Andrew Lawrence Price is a Canadian Postdoctoral Researcher currently working at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in both the Computer Vision Laboratory (CVLAB) within the School of Computer and Communication Sciences and the Education Services Centre (ESC). He holds a PhD in Spacecraft Robotics from Tohoku University, Japan (2019-2024), an MASc in Flight Research from National Research Council and Carleton University, Canada (2013-2015), and a B.Eng in Aerospace from Carleton University, Canada (2009-2013). Dr. Price's research focuses on the intersection of computer vision, robotics, and space applications. His work addresses critical challenges in spacecraft pose estimation, particularly for resource-constrained systems where computational capacity is limited. He has developed innovative approaches for network quantization in 6D object pose estimation, enabling high-accuracy performance with significantly reduced computational requirements. His research spans both theoretical development and practical implementation, with applications ranging from small satellite operations to asteroid exploration missions like the Hayabusa2 Minerva-II2 deployment. His publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from earlier work in aerospace acoustics and vibration analysis to his current focus on computer vision for space applications. The most recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on solving practical constraints in space missions, particularly addressing bandwidth limitations in spacecraft communications and computational constraints in onboard processing systems. His work bridges multiple disciplines, connecting aerospace engineering with cutting-edge computer vision techniques. Invited Lecturer, SPACEONOVA 2022 AI For Space Workshop Best Presentation Award, CVPR 2021 GP-Mech Exchange Scholarship, Tohoku University 2020 Recipient of the Japan Monbukagakusho MEXT Scholarship, Japan Government 2019 International Institute of Noise Control Engineering: Young Professional Grant, INTERNOISE 2017 Various Departmental and Dean's List Scholarships, Carleton University 2009-2015 As Academic Referent for the EPFL Spacecraft Team (EST), Dr. Price contributes to student-led space projects, providing guidance on technical aspects of spacecraft development. His GitHub repositories demonstrate active engagement with open-source tools for space applications, including the Orbit and Tumble Integrator project. His work spans both academic research and practical implementation, with code repositories showing his commitment to reproducible research and practical tool development for the space community.

Nitish Chooramunمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Intelligent Systems
• Multi-Agent Systems
• Machine Learning
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Dr Nitish Chooramun serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Digital Technologies within the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering at the University of East London. With extensive industry and academic experience, he teaches core computing modules across undergraduate and postgraduate programs while supervising numerous student projects and MPhil/PhD candidates. His research centers on Intelligent Systems with specialized focus on Multi-Agent Systems for evacuation dynamics modeling, pedestrian behavior simulation, and Internet of Things applications. He develops algorithms for representing movement in complex environments, bridging theoretical AI with practical safety solutions. His work spans Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and real-world implementations in urban planning and emergency response scenarios. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary trends applying AI to diverse domains: Natural Language Processing for low-resource language translation, Affective Computing for emotion-aware e-commerce and music recommendation systems, Mobile Health interface design for elderly users, and Federated Learning for critical infrastructure security. These works consistently address practical societal challenges through computational intelligence. Dr Chooramun actively supervises postgraduate research students and has secured participation in multiple funded projects including European Union initiatives. His teaching portfolio encompasses foundational and advanced computing modules such as Software Development, Web Technologies, Data Structures, and Mobile Application Development across BSc Computer Science and specialized degree pathways.

• Medical Imaging
• Radiology
• Artificial Intelligence in Medicine
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Joseph Yuan-Chieh Lo is a Professor in Radiology at Duke University, with additional appointments as Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Professor of Biomedical Engineering. He is also a Member of the Duke Cancer Institute. His academic career spans multiple disciplines within medical imaging and computational medicine. Dr. Lo's research focuses on the intersection of radiology, artificial intelligence, and medical physics. His primary areas of interest include medical imaging, particularly digital breast tomosynthesis, computational phantoms, and the application of machine learning to improve cancer detection and diagnosis. His work has significantly contributed to the development of computer-aided detection systems, virtual imaging trials, and methods for improving the accuracy of breast cancer screening. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on applying artificial intelligence to radiology, with particular attention to breast cancer detection, lung cancer screening, and the development of computational models for medical imaging analysis. His research group has produced numerous papers on improving annotation efficiency, multi-disease classification, and interpretable AI models for clinical applications. Dr. Lo has mentored numerous students and researchers, as evidenced by the extensive list of co-authors on his publications. His collaborative work spans multiple institutions and departments, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his research. His technical expertise includes the development of computational phantoms (XCAT), virtual clinical trials, and methods for de-identification of medical imaging data. His work bridges the gap between engineering, computer science, and clinical medicine, with practical applications in improving cancer screening and diagnosis.

• Labor Law
• Social Security Law
• Data Protection
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Arturo Montesdeoca Suárez is an Assistant Professor at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, affiliated with the Department of Public Law. His research focuses on intersections between labor rights, digital data protection, and environmental law. Email: arturo.montesdeoca@ulpgc.es Research Affiliations: GIR ECOAQUA (Tourism, Land Use Planning, and Environment), IU of Sustainable Aquaculture Research His doctoral thesis (2022) titled De la protección de datos personales a la construcción de un catálogo de derechos digitales de las personas trabajadoras explores the evolution of personal data protection laws toward establishing digital rights frameworks for workers. Research spans labor law, social security, and digital governance, with cross-disciplinary connections to sustainable aquaculture and environmental policy.

Christine Storrمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• IT Law
• Privacy Law
• E-commerce Law
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Christine Storr is a Lecturer and Doctoral Candidate in Law & Informatics at the Department of Law, Stockholm University. She has been affiliated with the department since 2001, following a law degree from Austria and an LL.M. in Law and Information Technology from Stockholm University. Research Focus: Christine specializes in IT law, with expertise in privacy, e-commerce, marketing law, and freedom of expression. She is the editor and main author of Cyber Law in Sweden , part of Kluwer’s International Encyclopaedia for Cyber Law. Her doctoral project examines legal information retrieval, the concept of legal information within the doctrine of legal sources, and lawyers' information-seeking behavior. Teaching Roles: She teaches undergraduate courses in Legal Information Retrieval, European Law, and Family Law. She is Course Director for Media Law, Introduction to Administrative Law for Public Employees, and Marknadsjuridiska perspektiv at Stockholm Business School. Notable Publications: Her work includes analyses of IoT legal challenges, GDPR implementation in Sweden, and innovative virtual law cases for pedagogy. She collaborates with legal experts like Pam Storr, Per Nordenson, and Henrik Nilsson. Project Highlights: Christine’s research on Legal Information as a Tool (2001–2025) explores intersections between legal doctrine, technology, and user behavior. Her publications address ambiguities in language, algorithmic bias, and systemic information anxiety among legal professionals.

Efraimidis Pavlosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Algorithms
• Algorithm Theory and Applications
• Algorithmic Game Theory
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Pavlos Efraimidis is a Professor at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Democritus University of Thrace, leading the Algorithms and Privacy Research Team within the Programming and Information Processing Laboratory. His academic journey includes a PhD in Informatics (2000) and diploma in Computer Engineering (1995) from the University of Patras. He was elected Associate Professor in 2014 and promoted to Professor in 2023. His research focuses on algorithms with emphasis on algorithmic game theory and privacy aspects . Key areas include social network influence dynamics , blockchain applications , and data protection . His work has been funded through projects like ATLAS, SPHINX, and HellasHPC. Notable scientific achievements include a Best Paper Award at SEST 2022 IEEE Larry K. Wilson Award 2020 Best paper at MEDPOWER 2020 NASA Letter of Appreciation He has supervised 3 PhD graduates and over 10 MSc students, with current supervision of 4 PhD candidates, 2 MSc theses, and 10 diploma theses. His industrial experience spans high-performance computing (Parsytec GmbH) and financial sector systems (ASYK).