جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cultural Policy
• Cultural Participation
• Cultural Value
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor David Stevenson serves as the Dean of the School of Arts, Social Sciences and Management at Queen Margaret University, where he also holds a Professorship in Arts Management and Cultural Policy. He leads the Centre for Communication, Cultural and Media Studies and is affiliated with the Centre for Culture in Society. His academic credentials include a BA (First Class) in Art History, an MA (Distinction) in Arts and Cultural Management, and a PhD on cultural non-participation. Research Interests: David specializes in cultural policy, cultural participation, cultural value, and strategic management in arts organizations. His work explores power dynamics in cultural sectors, organizational resilience, and participatory policy-making. He employs qualitative methods such as discourse analysis and interpretative policy analysis. Key Projects: AHRC-funded studies on cultural participation failure narratives, evaluation of Scotland’s Get In rural promoters project, and capacity-building initiatives in Malta. Awards: Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) and Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Teaching: Focuses on strategic management, governance, and leadership in cultural organizations. Service: Editorial board member of Cultural Trends , external examiner for arts programs, and board member of the Out of the Blue Arts Education Trust. His research emphasizes the interplay between cultural policies and grassroots realities, advocating for honest discourse about policy successes and failures. He has supervised numerous PhD and professional doctorate candidates in arts management and cultural policy.

Jae Hwa Leeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Creative Confidence Pedagogy
• Evidence-Based Design
• Multisensory Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jae Hwa Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Interior Architecture & Design at Florida State University (FSU), where she has been since 2024. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at Iowa State University's College of Design (2018–2024), concurrently affiliated with the Human Computer Interaction Graduate Program. Her research focuses on creative pedagogy, evidence-based design for creativity, and multisensory inclusive design. Lee holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florida, an M.S. from Yonsei University, and a B.A. from Ewha Womans University. Her scholarly work bridges design education and psychological principles, emphasizing creative self-beliefs, interdisciplinary learning, and environmental impact on creativity. Notable contributions include studies on physical environments' role in fostering creativity and the transferability of creative skills across disciplines. Lee has been recognized with the 2024 ASID Ones to Watch Winner and Scholar award. Teaching responsibilities include courses like Interior Design Studio III and First Professional Graduate Studio , where she integrates theoretical and practical evidence into design education. She serves on the Journal of Interior Design’s review board and maintains certifications in Evidence-Based Design (EDAC) and Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking scoring.

Lukas Einkemmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Numerical Analysis
• Plasma Physics
• Computational Mathematics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Lukas Einkemmer is a faculty member at the University of Innsbruck, holding a position in the Institute of Mathematics. He specializes in numerical analysis, plasma physics, and high-performance computing. His work focuses on developing advanced numerical methods for solving complex kinetic equations and PDEs, with applications in plasma simulation and computational fluid dynamics. Education: He earned a PhD in applied mathematics (2014) and MSc in physics (2013) from the University of Innsbruck, alongside BSc in applied mathematics (2010). He completed research stays at UC Merced and holds notable academic awards, including the SciCADE New Talent Award (2015) and participation in the Heidelberg Laureate Forum (2013). Research & Teaching: His research includes exponential integrators, dynamical low-rank methods, and semi-Lagrangian discontinuous Galerkin schemes. He teaches numerical methods, PDEs, and computational courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. He also leads training programs in parallel computing (OpenMP/MPI) at the University’s Research Center for High-Performance Computing. Publications & Grants: Over 70 peer-reviewed articles in journals like J. Comput. Phys. and SIAM J. Sci. Comput. , focusing on numerical algorithms and their applications. He has secured grants from FWF and other agencies, advancing methods for plasma physics and kinetic theory. Awards & Recognition: Multiple honors, including the Oberwolfach Leibniz Graduate Student award (2014) and sustained scholarship support for academic excellence.

Yassine Yaakoubiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning-Augmented Optimization
• Probabilistic Machine Learning
• Large-Scale Combinatorial Optimization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yassine Yaakoubi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering at Concordia University. He specializes in research areas including Machine Learning-Augmented Optimization, Probabilistic Machine Learning, and Large-Scale Combinatorial Optimization. His work addresses challenges in stochastic programming, uncertainty quantification, and decision support systems for climate change adaptation. He supervises graduate students in Industrial Engineering (MASc and PhD programs) and focuses on applications in mining, aviation, intelligent transportation systems, and supply chain optimization. His research integrates machine learning with optimization techniques to solve complex real-world problems.

Ammar Al-Baziمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Operations Research
• Supply Chain Management
• Simulation and Optimization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ammar Al-Bazi is an Associate Professor in Operations and Supply Chain Simulation at Aston Business School, part of the College of Business and Social Sciences at Aston University. He holds a PhD in Simulation and Optimization from Teesside University and an MSc in Statistics and Operational Research from the University of Baghdad. He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and has led multiple funded projects, including those supported by Innovate UK and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). His research focuses on applying simulation, optimization, AI, and digital technologies to solve real-world challenges in logistics, energy, and manufacturing. Education: PhD in Simulation and Optimization, Teesside University (UK) MSc in Statistics and Operational Research, University of Baghdad (Iraq) BSc (Honors) in Operational Research, Al-Mansour College University (Iraq) Research Interests: Simulation and optimization techniques for supply chain management Energy efficiency and demand-side management Transportation and logistics optimization (including drones) Artificial Intelligence applications in manufacturing and healthcare Risk mitigation and disruption management in operations Recent Article Trends: Dr. Al-Bazi's recent work emphasizes digital twin technology, IoT integration in energy systems, and resilience in supply chains. His studies often combine machine learning with traditional optimization methods to address challenges like emissions prediction, consumer behavior modeling, and pandemic logistics. Awards and Roles: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) External Examiner for PhD programs at multiple universities Editorial board member of journals like Supply Chain Analytics and Journal of Information and Communication Technology Grants and Funding: £39,751 (Innovate UK) for dynamic railway contaminant control barriers £202,308 (KTP, Innovate UK) for collaboration with The Birmingham Assay Office Multiple KEEN and KTP projects focusing on SME performance improvement Advisory and Teaching: He supervises PhD students on topics like behavioral decision-making in healthcare logistics and renewable energy integration. He teaches courses in operations management, simulation for project management, and business analytics.

Sharon Ihan Hsiaoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Educational Technology
• Data-Driven Engineering
• Educational Data Mining
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sharon Ihan Hsiao is an Assistant Professor and David Packard endowed junior fellow in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Santa Clara University. She previously held positions at Arizona State University and Columbia University, where she established research projects and taught courses in computer science education. Her research focuses on educational technologies, computational modeling, and adaptive learning systems, with an emphasis on AI and HCI methodologies. She actively contributes to international conferences such as EDM, LAK, and AIED, and has held leadership roles including Program Chair of the 14th International Conference on Educational Data Mining. Education: Postdoctoral studies at Columbia University (2012-2014), PhD from the University of Pittsburgh (2006-2012), MS from Royal Holloway, University of London (2003-2004), and BA from National Central University (1999-2002). Research Interests: Dr. Hsiao's work centers on leveraging technology to enhance learning, including educational data mining, programming language learning analytics, and behavior modeling. Her projects include developing tools like WebPGA for programming assessment feedback, Ogmented for augmented reality learning, and Waste Genie for sustainability education. She explores distributed practice strategies, self-regulated learning behaviors, and immersive technologies to improve educational outcomes. Awards: Recognized with the FWA Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award (ASU) and the IEEE TCLT Young Researcher Award. Grants & Projects: Secured NSF funding for CatMapper (2-year grant) and led the Waste Genie project. Her research involves collaborations with industry partners and interdisciplinary teams, focusing on topics like sustainable waste management and computational thinking. Labs & Teams: Directs the Computer Science Innovation (CSI) Lab at Arizona State University and collaborates on projects like QuizIT and PiSA, which emphasize personalized learning and adaptive feedback systems.

• Heuristic search
• Program synthesis
• Deep learning for sound

Vadim Bulitko is a Professor in the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta, affiliated with the Department of Computing Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Research Interests: His work spans heuristic search, program synthesis, and deep learning applications for sound. Recent projects focus on AI-driven puzzle generation, pathfinding in dynamic game environments, and neural network classification. Publications: His 15 most recent articles explore AI advancements in puzzle design, video-game navigation, and bioacoustic classification, emphasizing heuristic optimization and explainable AI techniques.

Ada Hurstمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Engineering Education
• Artificial Intelligence in Engineering
• Design Curriculum Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ada Hurst is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Waterloo, specializing in engineering education and design pedagogy. She serves as Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies and focuses on curricular innovation, work-integrated learning, and AI integration in engineering education. Her research explores design team dynamics, trade-off resolution, and cross-cultural competencies in design curricula. Contactable at adahurst@uwaterloo.ca, she is affiliated with groups such as Organization and Human Behaviour and Industry Collaboration Contacts. Research interests include AI-driven design education, systems thinking in design processes, and the role of hackathons in skill development. She has published extensively on topics like peer feedback mechanisms, design team roles, and curriculum modernization. Her work emphasizes bridging academic and industry practices through experiential learning. Her articles highlight trends in leveraging AI for protocol analysis, managing data-driven design, and analyzing trade-offs through systems approaches. Advising and grants are not explicitly detailed, but she actively contributes to undergraduate program development and industry partnerships. She is involved in initiatives like Engineering Design Days, fostering collaborative design environments.

Pinar Ozturkمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computer-Supported Cooperative Work
• Crowdsourcing
• Online Collaborations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pinar Ozturk is an Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Technology at the Palumbo-Donahue School of Business, Duquesne University. She specializes in teaching Information Systems core courses and Data for Decision Making. Her research focuses on computer-supported cooperative work, crowdsourcing dynamics, and online collaboration patterns. Dr. Ozturk holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Stevens Institute of Technology, an MBA and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Hartford, and a B.S. from the University of Istanbul. Key research interests include analyzing collective behavior in mass collaboration systems, social media platforms, and digital health communities. Her work bridges technology-mediated collaboration with societal challenges, particularly in health and innovation contexts. Publications span top journals like Journal of Computer Information Systems and conferences including ICIS and HICSS. Notable contributions address crowdsourcing creativity, online social capital, and alignment of business analytics education with industry needs. Awards: 2017 Best Dissertation Award from Stevens Institute of Technology Her advisory work and grants focus on pedagogical innovation in analytics education and technology impact studies. Dr. Ozturk collaborates with industry partners to design effective crowdsourcing frameworks and digital health interventions.

• Virtue Ethics & Entrepreneurship
• Happiness & Meaning/Purpose
• Human Flourishing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Paul Radich is an Assistant Professor at The Catholic University of America's Busch School of Business, specializing in Marketing. His research focuses on virtue ethics, political economy, consumer behavior, and the role of meaning in human flourishing. He directs the Marketing Area and advises Fortune 500 companies on communication and data-driven strategies. Education : B.S. in Physics in Medicine, University of Notre Dame B.A. in Great Books Program (Phi Beta Kappa), University of Notre Dame M.A. in Philosophy, The Catholic University of America Ph.D. in Markets and Morality, The Catholic University of America Research Interests : Radich explores intersections of virtue ethics with entrepreneurship, happiness, and marketing. He investigates how economic systems contribute to the common good, drawing on thinkers like Aquinas and MacIntyre. His work bridges philosophical traditions with contemporary business challenges, emphasizing moral education and transcendent values in marketing practices. Recent Work Trends : Recent publications address virtue-driven career success, ethical marketing education, and critiques of economic systems. His work often integrates historical philosophical frameworks with modern consumer behavior data, advocating for a human-centered approach in business. Awards & Roles : Named to the Ethics Committee of the American Marketing Association. Active in professional development for faculty and student ethics education. Teaching & Service : Teaches courses on ethics, marketing management, and consumer behavior. Coordinates new faculty orientation and promotes interdisciplinary collaboration. Served as a scholar in the Röpke-Wojtyła Fellowship and Ciocca Center initiatives. Labs/Teams : Collaborates with the Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship on projects linking Catholic social teaching with business practice. Engages with the Thomistic Institute on natural law and ethics.

• Economic Geology
• Mineralogy
• Petrology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Daniel J. Kontak is a Professor in the Department of Earth Sciences at Laurentian University, where he teaches courses including GEOL 2237 (Sedimentary, Igneous and Metamorphic Rocks), GEOL 3607 (Ore Deposits & Their Geological Environments), and GEOL 4607 (Ore-Forming Processes). His research program focuses on characterizing magmatic and hydrothermal ore systems using traditional and novel approaches, incorporating field studies supported by geochronologic, petrologic, and mineral-fluid chemical work. Dr. Kontak's research expertise spans Economic Geology, Fluid Inclusions, Gold Deposits, and Rare-Metal Pegmatites. His work incorporates field studies supported by a wide range of analytical techniques including Re-Os, Ar-Ar, TIMS, and LA U-Pb geochronology. He has developed particular interest in using mineral and fluid chemistry to trace ore system evolution at different scales, with recent focus on smaller-scale problem solving in ore deposit research. His research is financed through various granting agencies including NSERC DG and CRD grants, Geological Survey of Canada, provincial surveys, and mining companies. Analysis of Dr. Kontak's recent publication record reveals a consistent focus on gold deposit systems, particularly orogenic gold deposits and intrusion-related gold systems. His work frequently employs advanced analytical techniques like LA-ICP-MS for sulfide analysis, fluid inclusion studies, and stable isotope geochemistry to understand ore formation processes. There's a clear trend toward investigating multi-stage mineralization processes, fluid evolution in ore systems, and developing exploration vectors based on detailed geochemical signatures. 2016 Duncan Ramsay Derry Medal, Mineral Deposits Division, Geological Association of Canada 2015 Julian Boldy Award, Mineral Deposits Division, Geological Association of Canada 2011 Gesner Medal, Atlantic Geological Society 2011 Peacock Medal, Mineralogical Association of Canada 2002 James Edwin Hawley Medal for research on Peraluminous Pegmatite-Aplite sheets 2001 Julian Boldy Award, Geological Association of Canada Dr. Kontak actively supervises numerous graduate students at both M.Sc. and Ph.D. levels, with current projects focusing on gold and tin hydrothermal systems, fluid history of metallotects, and gold metallogeny in greenstone belts. His research is supported by multiple granting agencies including NSERC, Geological Survey of Canada, and various mining companies. He has established collaborations with researchers at St. Mary's University, University of Alberta, and other institutions across Canada and internationally. His work often involves access to state-of-the-art analytical facilities at Laurentian University and collaborating institutions.

Sarah Millsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Environmental Policy
• Energy Policy
• Public Engagement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Mills is a Lecturer at the Program in the Environment and a postdoctoral fellow at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy's Center for Local, State, and Urban Policy (CLOSUP). She holds a PhD in urban and regional planning from the University of Michigan, a master’s in engineering for sustainable development from the University of Cambridge, and a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering from Villanova University. Her work focuses on renewable energy policy impacts on rural communities, particularly wind and solar energy development, combining environmental governance with community engagement strategies. Her research interests include the intersection of energy policy and community sustainability, public opinion on environmental issues, and local government fiscal health. She emphasizes proactive planning approaches to mitigate opposition in energy projects and explores how zoning ordinances and tax policies influence renewable energy adoption. Sarah leads the Michigan Public Policy Survey (MPPS) as project manager and contributes to the National Surveys on Energy and Environment (NSEE), analyzing trends in public acceptance and policy effectiveness. Sarah’s academic contributions span over a decade, with recent emphasis on solar and wind energy deployment challenges, climate policy communication, and the role of local governments in environmental decision-making. Her work bridges technical policy analysis with sociocultural dimensions, addressing questions of equity, procedural justice, and stakeholder collaboration in energy transitions. She actively participates in interdisciplinary teams focused on Great Lakes regional sustainability, climate mitigation strategies, and fiscal governance frameworks. Her research often highlights pragmatic solutions for balancing economic development with environmental stewardship in rural contexts.

• Grid Integration of Renewable Energy
• Power Systems
• Smart Grids
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Mithulan Nadarajah is a Professor at the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Queensland. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Waterloo (Canada), and prior academic positions at the Asian Institute of Technology (Thailand) and the University of Peradeniya (Sri Lanka). His research focuses on Grid Integration of Renewable Energy (GIRE), with two main themes: Planning and Operational Planning of renewable energy integration. He has supervised 29 PhD students and 50 research masters, and secured over AUD 3.6 million in grants from ARC, Government of India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and industry partners. His work spans smart grids, power systems stability, and energy storage systems. He served as Director of HDR Studies (2019–2025) and coordinated regional energy initiatives at ASEAN and Asian countries. He is a Senior Member of IEEE and Editor for the American Institute of Mathematical Sciences journal. Education: Ph.D. (Waterloo, Canada), B.Sc. (Peradeniya, Sri Lanka), M.Eng. (AIT, Thailand) Research interests include renewable energy grid integration, power system stability, and distributed generation. Over 320 publications include 1 book, 8 book chapters, and impactful journal/conference papers. His international collaborations span ASEAN, Asia, and Europe. Current roles include leadership in HDR programs and energy policy research.

• Urban and Regional Planning
• Community Planning
• Risk Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julie Rudner is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Sociology at La Trobe University, where she has held roles including Campus Director (Bendigo, 2021–2023), Course Convenor for Social Inquiry (2010–2021), and academic positions since 2010. Her research focuses on community planning, urban governance, and spatial implications of safety, risk, and belonging. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Melbourne and a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education from La Trobe University. Research interests include public knowings of safety, multicultural urban spaces, children’s environments, and risk assessment frameworks. Notable projects include evaluating the Bendigo Mosque protests (2016) and developing smartphone apps for heat mitigation (2020). She has secured grants from the Australian Government, Helen Macpherson Smith Trust, and others. Her teaching spans urban planning, research methods, and community engagement, with contributions to award-winning programs like the Bachelor of Urban, Rural and Environmental Planning. She has supervised PhD projects on topics such as urban safety in Pakistan, behavioral science in cycling, and Islamic placemaking in Melbourne. Key collaborations include work with Albury City Council (1999–2006), the Victorian Multicultural Commission, and international teams on child mobility and cultural heritage. Her work emphasizes transdisciplinary problem-solving and policy translation to address urban challenges.

Jun Allardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mathematical Biology
• Computational Biology
• Cell Mechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jun Allard is a Professor at the University of California, Irvine, with joint appointments in the Department of Mathematics and Department of Physics and Astronomy. He is affiliated with the Center for Complex Biological Systems and the NSF-Simons Center for Multiscale Cell Fate Research. Education includes: Ph.D. Applied Mathematics, University of British Columbia (2011) M.Sc. Physics, Dalhousie University (2007) B.Sc. Mathematical Physics, Queen's University (2005) His research specializes in mathematical and computational modeling of cellular and biomolecular mechanics. Key interests include how cells utilize force, space, and time to solve problems, with applications in immune cell signaling, cytoskeletal dynamics, and intracellular transport. His work combines theoretical models with experimental collaborations to uncover fundamental biological mechanisms. Recent publications (2021-2025) predominantly focus on computational approaches to cellular processes, including molecular transport mechanisms, immune receptor dynamics, and cytoskeletal organization. These studies employ advanced stochastic modeling, biophysical simulations, and quantitative experimental methods to reveal principles governing cellular behavior. Scientific awards include: UCI Chancellor's Award for Distinguished Fostering of Undergraduate Research (2015) Emerging Diversity Scholar, National Center for Institutional Diversity (2016) Honorable Mention, NSF Graduate Research Fellowship (2012) He has advised over 12 doctoral students and leads the Allard Lab, which develops computational models for cell mechanics. Major grants include NSF awards for research on molecular-tether reactions (DMS-2052668), nanoparticle adhesion (CBET-1929565), and multiscale cell fate (DMS-1763272). The lab collaborates internationally with experimental groups and participates in interdisciplinary initiatives including the Chemical and Materials Physics program.