جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Technology and innovation management
• Start-up management
• Start-up financing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Peter Witt is a Chair Holder at the University of Wuppertal within the Schumpeter School of Business and Economics , Department of Economics. His work focuses on Technology and Innovation Management , with expertise in Start-up Management , Entrepreneurial Finance , Private Equity , Family Businesses , and Corporate Governance . Position: Chair of Technology and Innovation Management Contact: Room M-14.01, Gaußstr. 20, Wuppertal, Germany His research spans Start-up Financing , Corporate Venture Capital , Family Firm Governance , and Venture Capital Networks . Recent publications highlight trends in Biotechnology Funding , Business Incubation , and Entrepreneurial Experience . Key Publications include studies on Venture Capital Contracting , Corporate Branding , Network-Based Resource Acquisition , and Family Business Governance . He has contributed to journals like Journal of Enterprising Culture , Journal of Business Economics , and Zeitschrift für Betriebswirtschaft .

Jack Goncaloمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organizational Behavior
• Creativity
• Group Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jack Goncalo is a Professor of Business Administration and Area Chair of Organizational Behavior/Business Law at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s Gies College of Business. He holds the A. Robert & Helen P. Seass Fellowship and has been affiliated with the institution since 2016. Previously, he served as a Full Professor at Cornell University (2015–2016) and held tenured positions there from 2004 to 2016. Dr. Goncalo earned his Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from the University of California, Berkeley (2004), following an M.S. (2001) and B.A. (1999) in Psychology from the same institution. His research focuses on creativity, group dynamics, power dynamics, and the psychological underpinnings of social behavior in organizational settings. His work explores how factors like social rejection, power, and cultural norms influence creativity. Notable areas include the link between creativity and self-disclosure, the impact of political correctness on mixed-sex groups, and the cognitive effects of religious beliefs on innovation. His studies often highlight unexpected consequences of creativity, such as increased indulgent behaviors post-creative tasks or the paradoxical stifling of creativity by divine thinking. Dr. Goncalo has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and conference papers. His awards include the A. Robert and Helen P. Seass Fellowship. He teaches courses like ‘Leading Individuals and Teams,’ focusing on employee motivation and organizational strategies. His research has been featured in outlets like Psychological Science , Journal of Experimental Social Psychology , and Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes . Current research interests include the interplay between authenticity and creativity, the costs of creative freedom, and the role of status and power in collective creativity.

Jian Jinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Systems Engineering
• Data Science and Digital Agriculture
• Plant Phenotyping Sensors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jian Jin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Biological Engineering at Purdue University, part of the College of Engineering. His research focuses on developing next-generation plant phenotyping sensor systems, integrating machine vision, data science, and robotics for agricultural applications. Key areas include crop stress detection, automated phenotyping, and precision agriculture technologies. Education: Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering from Iowa State University (2009), M.S. in Computer Engineering from Denmark Technical University (2005), and B.S. in Computer Science from Zhejiang University (2003). Research Interests: Plant phenotyping sensors, hyperspectral imaging, automated phenotyping robotics, and digital agriculture. His lab, the ABE Plant Sensor Lab, commercializes technologies like LeafSpec through LeafSpec LLC. Notably, LeafSpec LLC is the sole licensed entity for Purdue's handheld leaf-imaging technologies, with no affiliation to Leaf Tech Ag. Lab & Collaborations: The lab develops systems like PhenoBee (drone-based phenotyping), MISIRoot (root phenotyping robot), and LeafSpec devices. Recent advances include spatial-spectral fusion algorithms and automated calibration methods for field and greenhouse applications. Teaching & Training: Offers positions for PhD students and postdocs. Engages in educational outreach for precision agriculture tools at HBCU communities. Recent student milestones include Tianzhang Zhao's Ross-Lynn Scholarship and Tanzeel's faculty appointment at Auburn University. Key Contributions: Over 100+ peer-reviewed publications, patents on phenotyping systems, and innovations in crop stress detection, herbicide drift monitoring, and autonomous field robots. Research emphasizes bridging engineering principles with agricultural challenges to enhance sustainability and productivity.

David Mitlinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Advanced Materials Science and Engineering
• Clean Energy Technology
• Nano and Micro-scale Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David Mitlin is the David Allen Cockrell Endowed Professor in the Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. He previously held positions as Professor and General Electric Chair at Clarkson University and as Assistant/Associate/Full Professor at the University of Alberta. His research focuses on advanced materials for energy storage systems, particularly batteries and electrochemical interfaces. He has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles and holds 5 granted U.S. patents with 9 pending, all licensed or previously licensed. Education: Ph.D. in Materials Science (UC Berkeley, 2000), M.S. (Penn State, 1996), B.S. (RPI, 1995). Research Interests: Development of novel materials for high-performance batteries (Li, Na, K), solid-state electrolytes, interfacial engineering, and sustainable energy storage. Key areas include graphene-based materials, sodium/sulfur battery cathodes, and anode-free battery designs. Recent articles highlight advancements in sodium metal anode stability, solid electrolyte interphases, and high-capacity battery materials. His work emphasizes practical applications in clean energy systems. Labs/Teams: Director of the Mitlin Group, focusing on electrochemical energy storage and corrosion research. Collaborates on projects involving all-solid-state batteries and anode-free designs.

Lamercie M Saint Hilaireمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Health Disparities
• Health Equity
• Unconscious Bias
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Lamercie M Saint Hilaire is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at Duke University. She holds a medical degree from Meharry Medical College (2013) and is licensed in North Carolina. Her academic roles have included Medical Instructor (2018–2019), Assistant Professor (2019–2023), and Consulting Associate (2023–2024) before her current position since 2025. Expertise: Health disparities, unconscious bias, and allyship in healthcare education. Research Focus: Antioppression curricula, healthcare equity, and community-centered medicine. Education Meharry Medical College, M.D. (2013). Medical licensure in North Carolina (2018). Research Interests Dr. Saint-Hilaire’s work addresses systemic inequities in healthcare through curricula that combat unconscious bias and promote allyship. Key themes include: Intersectionality in healthcare training Structural racism’s impact on patient care Equitable medical education for marginalized groups Publications Her research emphasizes practical interventions to reduce healthcare disparities. Recent work includes a landmark study on antioppression curriculum efficacy (2019) and a resident-led initiative on law enforcement interactions in healthcare (2016). These publications highlight strategies to align provider behaviors with social justice values. Awards and Recognition No specific awards mentioned, but her work is highlighted in podcasts like Woman Centered Health (2017) and Duke’s Scholars@Duke platform. Labs and Teams Active in Duke’s Family Medicine and Community Health department, contributing to initiatives in cultural humility and community medicine.

• Innovation Strategies
• Industry-Science Links
• Technology Markets
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stijn Kelchtermans is a Professor of Innovation and Strategy at KU Leuven's Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), based at the Brussels Campus. He also serves as a guest professor at Hasselt University. His roles include heading Subdivision 31 at the Brussels Campus and contributing to the Department of Management, Strategy and Innovation. His research focuses on innovation strategies, industry-academia linkages, public R&D policy effectiveness, and the economics of science and education. Key themes include the role of basic research in pharmaceutical innovation and the dynamics of firm-university collaboration. Education details are not explicitly provided in the texts, but his academic positions suggest advanced training in management, economics, or related fields. His work bridges strategic management, innovation economics, and science policy, with a focus on empirical analysis of R&D practices and policy impacts. Research trends in his articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to measuring innovation, evaluating policy coordination mechanisms, and understanding the behavioral and structural drivers of technological advancement. His work frequently addresses the pharmaceutical industry's reliance on academic science and the challenges of quantifying exploration vs. exploitation in corporate R&D. No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided texts. Teaching responsibilities are mentioned but not detailed. He maintains affiliations with KU Leuven's Brussels and Leuven campuses, reflecting a dual administrative role.

Laura Beth Nielsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology of Law
• Inequality
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laura Beth Nielsen is the Board of Lady Managers of the Columbian Exposition Chair and Professor of Sociology at Northwestern University, affiliated with the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. She also holds a Research Professor position at the American Bar Foundation. Her research focuses on law's role in social change, particularly employment discrimination, legal consciousness, and inequality related to race, gender, and class. She earned her Ph.D. in Jurisprudence and Social Policy and J.D. from UC Berkeley. Education: Ph.D., Jurisprudence and Social Policy, UC Berkeley (1999) J.D., UC Berkeley School of Law (1996) B.A. in Legal Studies (Honors) and Sociology (Highest Honors), UC Santa Cruz (1992) Research Interests: Professor Nielsen’s work explores how law intersects with societal hierarchies, including studies on street harassment, workplace discrimination, Title IX policies, and sexual violence on college campuses. Her book License to Harass (2004) and co-authored Rights on Trial (2017) are seminal in the field of law and society. Grants & Awards: NSF grants totaling over $1M supporting research on sexual consent, employment discrimination, and legal inequality MacArthur Foundation grants for projects on public interest law and emergency response systems Recognition from the Law and Society Association and American Sociological Association Professional Roles: President of the Law and Society Association (2021–2023) Editorships at Law & Social Inquiry and Contexts Magazine Advisor to the Jack Miller Center and National Public Radio’s Life of the Law Key Contributions: Her scholarship bridges empirical research and legal policy, influencing debates on free speech, campus safety, and the efficacy of anti-discrimination laws. She has testified in litigation and advised policymakers on issues like Title IX implementation and workplace accommodations.

• Urban Design
• Climate Resilience
• Soil Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Montserrat Bonvehi Rosich is a licensed Spanish architect and urban designer specializing in living systems, climate, and soils in urban contexts. She serves as Visiting Assistant Professor at Washington University in St. Louis's Sam Fox School, teaching graduate courses in landscape architecture and architecture. Her academic roles include chairing the lecture series committee and directing the interdisciplinary core orientation course for graduate students. Prior positions include Harvard Graduate School of Design (2017-2018 Daniel Urban Kiley Fellow), University of Virginia (2014-2017), and UIC Barcelona. Her research focuses on food systems and wastewater agriculture, notably the 'Landscape We Eat' project exhibited globally and the Mexico City-Mezquital Valley study funded by the SOM Foundation. This research culminated in a forthcoming Harvard University Press book. Her work bridges design, ecology, and public policy. Notable projects include the COAC-awarded kindergarten redesign and collaborations on urban ecological edges like Barcelona's Collserola mountains. Awards include the 2019 SOM Foundation Prize and recognition at the 2024 Premis FAD for 'Three Essays of Landscape.' Her pedagogical contributions include studio curricula on postnatural soils and ecological urbanism. Current projects explore mobile ecosystems for climate adaptation and socio-ecological sustainability in dryland regions.

Weitseng CHENمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Comparative Asian Law
• Law and Development
• Property Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Weitseng CHEN is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, National University of Singapore (NUS). He specializes in comparative Asian law, particularly within the greater China region, focusing on law and development, property law, and financial institutions. His work bridges legal frameworks with socio-political dynamics in authoritarian and democratic contexts. Education: JSD and LLM from Yale Law School (Fulbright Scholar), LLM and LLB from National Taiwan University, and licensed as an attorney in New York and Taiwan. Research Interests: Weitseng explores authoritarian legality, property rights transitions, and Asian law & development. His recent studies include analyses of policing transformations in Asia, the Beijing Consensus on economic development, and the interplay between legal systems and political regimes. His notable works include Authoritarian Legality in Asia (2020) and The Beijing Consensus? (2017). Professional Background: Before joining NUS, he was a Hewlett Fellow at Stanford University’s CDDRL and practiced corporate law at Davis Polk & Wardwell. He has held visiting positions at Harvard, Melbourne Law School, and other institutions. He is also a 2021-22 fellow at the Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin. Teaching: He teaches courses on Legal Systems of Asia across multiple modules (A-H).

Nikos Koutrasمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Open Access Practice
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nikos Koutras is a Senior Lecturer at Curtin Law School, Curtin University, Australia. He holds dual PhDs in Law (Macquarie University) and Political Sciences (Ionian University) and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE). He previously held postdoctoral positions at the University of Trento and University of Antwerp, focusing on open science, copyright law, and governance. His research interests span intellectual property law, open access, AI regulation, and multilevel governance. Education: BSc (Political Science, Hons II), MSc (Science of Information, Hons I), PhD (Political Sciences, Ionian University), PhD (Law, Macquarie University). He has served as Visiting Professor at the University of Antwerp’s LLM program and held research fellowships at institutions including the University of Amsterdam and Monash University. Research focuses on open access repositories, copyright law reform, and AI’s legal implications. He has authored monographs like *Building Equitable Access to Knowledge Through Open Access Repositories* (2019) and contributed to peer-reviewed articles on topics such as Australia’s Copyright Amendment Bill and AI-generated content regulation. His work often bridges legal frameworks and open science policy. Awards include the 2024 Dean’s Colleague Award for Teaching and 2023 Research Award at Curtin Law School. He is an active member of organizations like the International Society for Ethics and Information Technology (INSEIT) and the Intellectual Property Society of Australia and New Zealand (IPSANZ). Teaching includes courses on intellectual property and employment law. He has supervised eight master’s dissertations, focusing on intellectual property law and open science themes. His grants include a Senior Research Fellowship (European Institute of Policy Research, 2024–2025) and roles in initiatives like the Open Science Education Institute (2025). He collaborates internationally, presenting at conferences such as the European University Institute’s Workshop on Open Science and the Australasian Law Academics Association (ALAA). His current projects explore AI’s intersection with copyright law and open science policy reforms in Australia.

Nicholas Kahnertمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Finance
• Financial Markets
• Real Estate Investment Trusts
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Kahnert is a Lecturer in the Department of Management & Organizational Studies at Western University, holding a full-time academic position. He teaches courses such as Finance, Financial Markets & Institutions, and specialized topics like REITS & Mortgage Backed Securities. His professional background includes roles as a Wealth Management Advisor at TD Asset Management, Proprietary Trader at Title Trading, and Licensed Mortgage Agent at Dominion Lending Centres. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. Kahnert's research and teaching interests span finance, financial markets, real estate securities, and economics of transportation. His industry experience enriches his academic contributions in global macroeconomics and wealth management strategies. Awards: Award of Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching, USC Alumni (2015-16) No grants or advising roles are detailed in the provided text. His professional activities include course coordination for Finance (MOS 2310A/B) and teaching at Ivey Business School.

Nadir Yilmazمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Combustion
• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Rocket Propulsion
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Nadir Yilmaz is Professor and Chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Howard University's College of Engineering and Architecture. A licensed professional engineer, he holds B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering. His research spans combustion, computational fluid dynamics, rocket propulsion, and automotive systems. Honors include fellowship status in five major scientific societies. He serves as Editor-in-Chief for the SAE International Journal of Fuels and Lubricants and contributes to multiple editorial boards. Leadership extends to board positions with SAE Foundation, NSPE Education Foundation, and New Mexico AMP Advisory Board. Previous roles include NASA Academic Mission Services researcher and US Department of Energy faculty appointments at national laboratories.

Ken Sorensonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Institutional Investing
• Hedge Funds
• Private Equity
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ken Sorenson is a Lecturer in the Economics and Finance Department at Utah State University's Jon M. Huntsman School of Business. He holds an M.S. in International Business from Pepperdine University (1999) and a B.S. in Business from Jacksonville State University (1997). With over 20 years of industry experience, he specializes in institutional investment strategies including hedge funds, private equity, distressed credit, and convertible bonds. His teaching focuses on corporate finance and international finance principles. Prior to academia, Sorenson served as Vice President at Calamos Advisors (2014-2020) and held senior positions at Sanborn Kilcollin Partners, Hovde Capital Advisors, Eurex US, and Deutsche Börse AG. He is fluent in German and holds Series 7 and 66 securities licenses.

• Nursing Education
• Clinical Nursing Practice
• Community Health Nursing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Glenn A Wood is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing at The University of Texas at Arlington, specializing in undergraduate nursing education. He has held this position since at least 2011, teaching courses such as Clinical Nursing Foundations, Community Health Nursing, and BSN Capstone. His educational background includes an MS in Nursing from Vanderbilt University (1997), and dual bachelor's degrees in Microbiology and Psychology from the University of Tennessee Knoxville (1992/1993). He is licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Texas and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the honor society for nursing. Teaching Responsibilities: Wood has consistently taught core nursing courses including clinical foundations, community health, mental health nursing, and leadership since 2011. Notable courses include NURS 3632 (Clinical Nursing Foundations) and NURS 4462 (Community Health Nursing). Professional Service: Active in academic governance, he served on the Graduation Student Affairs Committee (2018–2023) and participated in Sigma Theta Tau professional development activities.

Rachel Lietkaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Medical Nutrition
• Clinical Nutrition
• Health Science Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rachel Lietka is an Assistant Professor of Medical Nutrition in the College of Allied Health Professions at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), based on the Kearney Campus. She holds a Master of Medical Nutrition (MMN) and is a Registered Dietitian (RD), Licensed Medical Nutrition Therapist (LMNT), and Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC). Her professional roles include teaching master’s-level courses in the Medical Nutrition Program and new undergraduate Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) courses. Education: Bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University Master’s degree and dietetic internship from UNMC Professional Experience: Prior role: Nutrition Therapist at Nebraska Medicine (full-time float dietitian) Most recent position: Clinical Dietitian at Kearney Regional Medical Center Rachel’s academic focus integrates clinical expertise with education, emphasizing hands-on training for future healthcare professionals through interprofessional collaboration. Her work bridges patient care and academic instruction in medical nutrition therapy.