جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jerrica Ty Rowlettمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social Media
• Identity
• Civic Engagement
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Jerrica Ty Rowlett serves as an Assistant Professor of Communication and Language Studies within the College of Arts and Sciences at Bryant University, where she examines digital communication's societal implications through research and teaching in digital culture and social media dynamics. Education Ph.D., Florida State University M.A., Clemson University B.A., Georgetown College Her research program investigates identity formation, civic engagement, and digital inequity through critical analysis of social media platforms. She explores how digital environments shape interpersonal relationships, political discourse, and community building while addressing power dynamics in online spaces, with particular attention to abusive contexts, gender representation, and emotional experiences. Analysis of her publication record (2015-2024) reveals a consistent trajectory examining social media's evolving societal impact. Early work focused on educational applications and youth culture, progressing to sophisticated analyses of political meme culture, relationship dissolution in abusive contexts, and emotional contagion online. Her scholarship demonstrates increasing attention to social justice dimensions within digital communication. Scientific Awards No awards documented in current sources Advising and Grants Student advising details and research grant information are not specified in available materials, though her extensive publication record indicates active scholarly mentorship and research productivity. Labs and Teams No dedicated research laboratories or formal collaborative teams are mentioned in the provided information.

Jiatao Guمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Machine Learning
• Generative Models
• 3D Generation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jiatao Gu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Science (CIS) at the University of Pennsylvania, with a part-time role as Staff Research Scientist at Apple (MLR). He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Hong Kong (2018) and a B.Eng. in Electronic Engineering from Tsinghua University (2014). His research focuses on generative machine learning and AI agent interaction with the physical world, emphasizing multi-modal systems spanning language, images, videos, and 3D. Key themes include efficient modeling , flexible architecture design , and scalable decision-making frameworks . 2025: ICLR paper on DART framework 2024: TMLR work on GFlowNet alignment 2023: NeurIPS research on diffusion stability 2022: ACL papers on speech translation Recent publications explore diffusion models for text-to-image synthesis, 3D reconstruction, and efficient sampling techniques. His work addresses fundamental challenges in attention mechanisms, entropy collapse, and multi-stage distillation while advancing non-autoregressive translation and vision-language reasoning . Prospective students can apply through his recruitment process at UPenn. Prior affiliations include Meta AI (FAIR Labs) and academic collaborations with institutions like New York University's CILVR Lab.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics
• Internal Combustion Engines
• Cavitation
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Manolis Gavaises is a leading academic in the field of mechanical engineering and computational fluid dynamics at City St George's, University of London, where he holds the position of Professor in the School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. He earned his PhD from Imperial College London and has been a faculty member since 2001, progressing to full Professor in 2009. His research is centered on advanced modeling of multi-phase flows, cavitation, and fuel injection systems, with extensive collaborations across Europe and industry partners such as Delphi, Caterpillar, and BP. Education: DIC, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Imperial College London, 1997 PhD, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Imperial College London, 1997 Diploma (5 years), Mechanical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, 1992 His research interests span computational fluid dynamics, cavitation, fuel injection, atomization, high-pressure and supercritical flows, and alternative fuels . He has developed advanced numerical models and experimental techniques, including X-ray phase contrast imaging and high-pressure test rigs. His work integrates fundamental DNS and LES simulations with industrial applications in automotive, marine, aerospace, and medical devices such as heart valves. The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward real-fluid thermodynamic modeling (e.g., PC-SAFT), multi-component fuel behavior, cavitation erosion, and advanced diagnostics . His research increasingly incorporates machine learning and high-fidelity imaging to understand complex flow phenomena across energy, transportation, and biomedical domains. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Richard Way Prize (1998) Arch T. Collwell Merit Award (1998) Best Oral Paper, SAE World Congress (2006) PE Publication Award, IMechE (2007) Best Presentation Award, Engine Combustion Processes (2009) Fellow, IMechE (2013) Fellow, IMA (2015) As a dedicated mentor, Professor Gavaises has supervised 13 PhDs to completion and currently guides 23 doctoral students. He has secured over €16 million in EU and UK funding, including multiple Horizon 2020 Marie Skłodowska-Curie ITN projects (CAFÉ, HAOS, IPPAD), which support 46 early-career researchers globally. He has created academic opportunities for post-docs and junior faculty, significantly advancing the research profile of his institution. He leads the International Institute of Cavitation Research (IICR), co-founded in 2011 with partners from Loughborough University, TU Delft, and Imperial College, supported by The Lloyd’s Register Foundation. His lab maintains strong experimental capabilities, including a 2000bar pressure flow rig with micro-transparent nozzles and collaborations with Argonne National Laboratory for X-ray imaging.

John Diffleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• DNA Replication
• Cell Cycle Control
• Chromosome Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Diffley is a Principal Group Leader and Associate Research Director at The Francis Crick Institute in London, UK, where he leads research on DNA replication mechanisms. His work focuses on understanding how cells precisely duplicate their DNA during cell division and how errors in this process contribute to cancer development. Diffley obtained his PhD from New York University in 1985 and completed postdoctoral training with Bruce Stillman at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory until 1990. He established his research group at the Clare Hall Laboratories (originally Imperial Cancer Research Fund, then Cancer Research UK) before moving to The Francis Crick Institute in 2015. His research spans DNA replication initiation, cell cycle control, replication fork checkpoints, and epigenetic inheritance. Diffley's lab has pioneered methods to reconstitute chromatin replication using purified proteins, providing unprecedented insights into chromosome biology. His team combines genetics, cell biology, and biochemistry to study the molecular 'machines' that copy DNA in yeast and human cells. Analysis of Diffley's recent publications reveals a strong focus on structural mechanisms of DNA replication, particularly using cryo-EM to visualize replication machinery. His work examines helicase loading and activation, replication fork stability under stress, and the connection between replication errors and cancer development. The research spans model organisms to human cells, with increasing emphasis on structural approaches in recent years. FRS (Fellow of the Royal Society) FMedSci (Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences) Diffley actively mentors a diverse team of postdoctoral researchers and PhD students, investigating various aspects of DNA replication. His lab has received substantial funding to support their work on replication mechanisms, with projects spanning basic biochemical reconstitution to studies of replication errors in cancer contexts. The lab maintains multiple technical platforms including structural biology, biochemistry, and cell biology approaches. His research group operates within The Francis Crick Institute's collaborative environment, utilizing shared facilities for structural biology, microscopy, and genomics to advance understanding of DNA replication mechanisms and their implications for genome stability and disease.

• Complex Systems
• Ecological Networks
• Marine Conservation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martin Nilsson Jacobi serves as President and CEO of Chalmers University of Technology, holding the position of the institution's fourteenth President since September 2023. He simultaneously maintains his academic standing as Professor of Complex Systems at the university, demonstrating his dual commitment to academic leadership and scholarly work. Professor Nilsson Jacobi's research portfolio spans theoretical physics, complex systems theory, and ecological applications. His work bridges multiple disciplines, creating innovative approaches to understanding natural systems through mathematical and computational frameworks. His research trajectory shows an evolution from theoretical physics to complex ecological systems, with particular emphasis on spatial patterns, ecosystem stability, and marine conservation strategies. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent productivity across multiple domains. The most recent publications (2020-2022) focus on complex ecological communities, spatial coherence in heterogeneous landscapes, and species-area relationships, while earlier work (2010-2015) explored self-assembly systems, hierarchical dynamics, and theoretical approaches to complex systems. This progression reflects his ability to apply fundamental theoretical concepts to increasingly complex real-world ecological challenges. Lifetime member of the Swedish Royal Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) Professor Nilsson Jacobi has held significant leadership roles beyond his current presidency, including serving as chairman of the Faculty Senate and Head of Department at Chalmers. His international research experience includes collaborations with Los Alamos National Laboratory and the Nordic Institute for Theoretical Physics (NORDITA), highlighting his global scientific engagement. He has successfully secured research funding through multiple projects supported by the Swedish Research Council and the European Commission, demonstrating his ability to lead substantial research initiatives.

Salvador Barraza Lopezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• 2D Materials
• Ferroelectricity
• Topological Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Salvador Barraza-Lopez is a Professor of Physics at the University of Arkansas' College of Arts & Sciences. A theoretical physicist specializing in 2D materials, he developed discrete differential geometry approaches for strain effects in graphene and pioneered 2D ferroelectric research. As a DOE Early Career Awardee (2016) and MonArk NSF Quantum Foundry co-founder, he leads interdisciplinary collaborations across physics, materials science, and mathematics. PhD in Physics from University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign (2006) Postdoctoral work at Virginia Tech and Georgia Tech Established theory of structural transformations in 2D ferroelectrics His research spans quantum phase transitions in 2D systems, strain engineering, and topological materials. Three major review articles in Reports on Progress in Physics (2017, 2023) and Reviews of Modern Physics (2021) synthesize his work on mechanical, electronic, and optical properties of strained 2D materials. Recent publications focus on winding Berry dipoles in strained graphene, size-dependent ferroelectric transitions in homobilayers, and symmetry-breaking effects in moiré superlattices. Collaborations with Kai Chang (Beijing) and Stuart Parkin (MPI-Halle) demonstrate international impact. Awards: DOE Early Career Award (2016) Outstanding Mentor Recognition (2013) Young Investigator of the Year (2013) Mentored 2 NSF Graduate Fellows (Erin Farmer, Joseph Roll) and 3 Goldwater Scholars. Current group includes 2 undergraduates, 3 PhD students, and 2 postdocs. His theoretical frameworks enabled experimental collaborations with DOE labs and Max Planck Institute, securing $0.5M for Arkansas supercomputer upgrades (2024).

• Wind Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Cyclone and Windstorm Damage Assessment
• +۷ مورد دیگر

David Henderson is the Director of the Cyclone Testing Station (CTS) in the School of Engineering and Physical Sciences at James Cook University, Australia. He has over two decades of experience as a research engineer specializing in the performance of low-rise buildings under extreme wind conditions. He previously served as the CTS Research Fellow and Manager, and was seconded as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Western Ontario, Canada, working on full-scale house testing under simulated wind loads. His work bridges engineering research, disaster assessment, and policy development. David's research focuses on wind engineering, structural resilience, and disaster mitigation. His key interests include cyclonic wind loading, internal and external pressure dynamics in buildings, fatigue failure of structural connections, and the vulnerability of housing to severe wind events. He has conducted post-disaster surveys across Australia and Canada, assessing damage from cyclones, tornadoes, and earthquakes. His research has direct applications in building codes, retrofitting strategies, and community risk reduction. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in understanding and mitigating wind-induced damage to residential structures, particularly through full-scale testing, modeling of pressure dynamics, and fragility assessment of roofing systems. His work spans experimental, theoretical, and policy-oriented domains, with a growing emphasis on climate change adaptation and community resilience. Topics such as internal pressure design, load sharing in roof frames, and retrofitting for wind resistance are central to his contributions. 14 research awards (specific names not listed) Active member of Standards Australia code committees Invited speaker at national and international conferences Media contributor on storm damage and building safety David has led multiple research projects funded by councils and agencies focused on extreme wind mitigation, data systems (SWIRLnet), and community risk reduction. While formal student supervision is not explicitly listed, he collaborates extensively with researchers such as John Ginger, Korah Parackal, and Daniel Smith. He has contributed to major studies involving wind load testing, housing vulnerability modeling, and climate adaptation planning. David is a key figure in the Cyclone Testing Station, leading its full-scale testing program and contributing to the development of software for controlled load and measurement systems. His team conducts wind risk assessments for communities and large installations, incorporating terrain analysis and retrofitting evaluations. The CTS serves as a national resource for wind engineering research and disaster resilience innovation.

Andrea Frangiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Structural Timber Engineering
• Hybrid Structures
• Fire Safety Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Andrea Frangi is affiliated with the Institute of Structural Engineering at ETH Zurich, where he leads research and teaching in Structural Timber Engineering , Hybrid Structures , and Fire Safety Engineering . Education: Dipl. in Civil Engineering (ETH Zurich, 1995), Ph.D. in Technical Science (ETH Zurich, 2001). His research interests focus on timber structures, hybrid systems, and fire safety. Recent work explores rate-dependent connections, adhesive bonding in timber-mortar composites, and fire resistance of cross-laminated timber. Notable publication trends include: Advancements in strip-reinforced timber beams and epoxy hybrid-adhesives . Fire safety studies on charring rates , compartment fires , and progressive collapse in timber structures. Material testing under cyclic loading , high-speed loads , and moisture exposure . He teaches courses such as Timber Structures I/III , Fire Science , and Structural Fire Design , and collaborates with organizations like Eurocode 5 committees and the International Association for Fire Safety Science.

Michael N. Barnettمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Middle East
• Humanitarianism
• Global Governance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael N. Barnett serves as University Professor of International Affairs and Political Science at George Washington University, maintaining a full-time faculty position with office location at 1957 E St. NW, Washington, D.C. His scholarly identity spans university-wide interdisciplinary engagement in international relations and political science. His educational foundation includes: Ph.D. from University of Minnesota Barnett's research critically investigates the intersection of humanitarianism, global governance structures, Middle Eastern politics, and United Nations operations. His work pioneers theoretical frameworks for understanding how international organizations shape world politics while exposing ethical contradictions in humanitarian interventions. Key contributions examine power dynamics in global institutions through historical and contemporary case studies. He has authored foundational texts including Eyewitness to a Genocide: The United Nations and Rwanda , Empire of Humanity: A History of Humanitarianism , and Rules for the World: International Organizations in World Politics (with Martha Finnemore). Current projects analyze systemic transformations: The End of Humanity: An Autopsy of the Present and Future (with Unni Karanukara) explores how securitization and marketization threaten humanitarian practices, while The Spectre of the West (with Janice Stein) argues that the West's foundational belief in progress is collapsing under its own contradictions.

• Islamic History
• Early Islamic Maritime History
• Sahaba Studies

Mustafa ÇAVUŞOĞLU serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Islamic History and Arts at Kastamonu University's Faculty of Theology since 2024, holding concurrent administrative roles as Department Head, Commission President, and Department Deputy Head. His academic trajectory spans from vocational teaching at Imam Hatip High Schools (1996-2024) to specialized scholarship in early Islamic history following doctoral completion in 2023. His educational background includes: PhD in Islamic History, Necmettin Erbakan University (2019-2023) Master's in Islamic History, Necmettin Erbakan University (2012-2014) BA in Theology, Uludağ University (1991-1996) ÇAVUŞOĞLU's research centers on Islamic History with distinctive focus on maritime expeditions, Sahaba biographies, and historical coexistence models. His work bridges religious studies and historical analysis through examination of naval technology, trade networks, and socio-political structures in formative Islamic periods. Methodologically, he integrates primary source criticism with contextual historical interpretation, contributing to nuanced understandings of Islamic civilization's development. Analysis of his 12 publications (2014-2025) reveals consistent thematic concentration on early Islamic maritime activities (42% of output), Sahaba biographies (25%), and historical coexistence frameworks (17%). His scholarship demonstrates chronological progression from biographical studies toward complex naval history analyses, with increasing methodological sophistication evident in post-2022 works. The publications span journal articles (50%), conference papers (33%), and monographs (17%), primarily engaging Turkish academic discourse while incorporating international scholarly references. No scientific awards or major recognitions are documented in available records. Current teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in Islamic History I-II, Islamic Civilization History, and Siyer, alongside graduate seminars on Islamic Historical Methodology and Contemporary Siyer Research. No information exists regarding student supervision or research grant acquisition. Professional engagement centers on symposium participation as session chair, keynote speaker, and scientific committee member, particularly within Kastamonu University's international conferences on Islamic history and culture. His work operates within standard university research frameworks without dedicated laboratory or specialized research team infrastructure.

Ying Tianمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Reinforced Concrete Structures
• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Evaluation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ying Tian is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Construction at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she conducts critical research on structural integrity under extreme conditions. Her work addresses fundamental challenges in building safety through advanced analysis of reinforced concrete systems. Her primary research focuses on reinforced concrete structures, earthquake engineering, and structural evaluation under extreme loading scenarios. She investigates time-dependent behaviors, progressive collapse mechanisms, and seismic performance of flat-plate systems, with particular emphasis on sustained load effects, axial restraints, and innovative composite wall designs. Her methodologies integrate experimental testing with computational modeling to develop practical solutions for structural resilience. Analysis of her recent publications (2019-2025) reveals a dominant trend in time-dependent structural behavior under sustained loads, with 40% of her work examining progressive collapse resistance in reinforced concrete frames and flat-plate systems. Her research consistently bridges theoretical mechanics with practical engineering applications, focusing on load redistribution mechanisms, post-punching capacity, and cyclic performance of composite systems under seismic and dynamic loading conditions.

Larry A. Fahnestockمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Steel Structures
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Larry A. Fahnestock is a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and serves as Associate Dean for Facilities and Capital Planning in The Grainger College of Engineering . He holds a BS in Civil Engineering (1996), MS in Civil Engineering (1998), and PhD in Civil Engineering (2006) from Lehigh and Drexel Universities. His career at Illinois includes roles as Chair of the Structures Group (2018-2021), Director of the Newmark Structural Engineering Laboratory (2022-2025), and Siess Faculty Scholar (2022-present).

Ben Andrewsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Differential Geometry
• Partial Differential Equations
• Geometric Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ben Andrews is a Professor and ARC Laureate Fellow at the Centre for Mathematics and its Applications within the Mathematical Sciences Institute at the Australian National University (ANU). He holds multiple prestigious fellowships including Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science, Fellow of the American Mathematical Society, and Fellow of the Australian Mathematical Society. His office is located in Room 2131B of the John Dedman Mathematical Sciences Building. Andrews received his BSc and PhD from ANU. His research spans multiple areas of geometric analysis with particular focus on differential geometry and partial differential equations. His work includes extensive investigations into curvature flows, geometric evolution equations, and their applications to problems in mathematical physics. Andrews' research demonstrates a consistent focus on understanding curvature flows from multiple perspectives - developing new techniques like non-collapsing estimates, cylindrical estimates, and modulus of continuity methods. His work bridges pure mathematics with applications in physics and geometry, with significant contributions to understanding the asymptotic behavior of geometric evolution equations. His publications reveal a progression from foundational work on curve shortening and Gauss curvature flows to more complex settings including hypersurfaces in non-Euclidean spaces and flows with non-smooth speeds. Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science Fellow of the American Mathematical Society Fellow of the Australian Mathematical Society ARC Laureate fellow As an ARC Laureate fellow, Andrews leads significant research initiatives in geometric analysis. He has supervised numerous PhD students including Charles Baker, Huy Nguyen, Chris Hopper, Paul Bryan, and Julie Clutterbuck, many of whom have become active researchers in geometric analysis. His collaborative work spans multiple institutions and has resulted in fundamental contributions to the field of geometric evolution equations. Andrews is an active member of the Applied and Nonlinear Analysis Research Group within the Mathematical Sciences Institute at ANU, where he contributes to both research and academic community building through seminars and collaborative projects.

Peter Coleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labor History
• Social Movements
• African American Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter Cole is a Professor of History at Western Illinois University (WIU), affiliated with the College of Arts & Science. He holds the title of Distinguished University Professor and serves as a Research Associate at the University of the Witwatersrand’s Society, Work and Development Institute (SWOP) in South Africa. His research focuses on social movements, labor history, and racial dynamics in the U.S. and South Africa, with notable work on dockworkers and anti-apartheid activism. Cole co-directs the Chicago Race Riot of 1919 Commemoration Project (CRR19), which uses public art to memorialize racial violence in Chicago. He has authored several award-winning books, including Ben Fletcher: The Life & Writings of a Black Wobbly and Dockworker Power , and contributes to both academic and popular media. Education: B.A. from Columbia University; Ph.D. from Georgetown University. Research interests emphasize comparative labor history, deindustrialization, and historical memory. His work bridges academia and public engagement, including bike tours, media interviews, and partnerships with art studios for commemorative projects. Awards include the Philip Taft Labor History Book Award and multiple teaching excellence recognitions at WIU. Grants and fellowships include NEH support and international collaborations like the Germany Residency in American History program. Labs/Teams: CRR19 Project and SWOP Institute. Leisure activities include trail running, rock climbing, and vegan cooking.

John Horganمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Science Writing
• Philosophy of Science
• Limits of Scientific Knowledge
• +۷ مورد دیگر

John Horgan is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Stevens Institute of Technology, where he also serves as Director and Chair of the Stevens Center for Science Writings. He teaches courses in science writing, freshman communication, and the relationship between science and war, while maintaining an active career as a science writer and commentator. His educational background includes a BA in English and an MS in Journalism, both from Columbia University. These foundations have shaped his interdisciplinary approach to analyzing science, technology, and their societal implications. Horgan's research and writing focus on the limits of scientific knowledge, consciousness, the philosophy of mind, science and spirituality, and the roots of war and peace. He critically examines whether science can answer all fundamental questions, especially regarding subjective experience and existential meaning. His work bridges journalism, philosophy, and cognitive science, often challenging mainstream assumptions in neuroscience, physics, and artificial intelligence. His recent publications reflect a consistent thematic thread: the boundaries of rationality and empiricism. From quantum mechanics to mysticism, from war to mortality, Horgan explores topics where data meets doubt. His books and articles reveal a deep skepticism toward scientism while affirming the value of inquiry, narrative, and ethical reflection. Included in Best American Science Writing (2009) Included in The Best American Science and Nature Writing (2007, 2006, 2005) Templeton-Cambridge Journalism Fellowship in Science and Religion (2005) American Psychiatric Association Certificate of Commendation (1997) American Association for the Advancement of Science Journalism Award (2007, 1992) National Association of Science Writers Science-in-Society Award (1993) Forbes Media Guide 'Excellent' rating (1994) National Magazine Award (1986) Society of National Association Publications Award (1985) Horgan has mentored students through senior theses and seminars in science writing, and has played a key role in shaping Stevens’ academic initiatives, including serving on faculty search committees and developing a new undergraduate course in quantum technology. He continues to direct the Center for Science Writings, hosting public lectures by prominent science authors. His influence extends beyond the classroom through his widely read columns and books, which have reached millions of readers globally. The Stevens Center for Science Writings, under Horgan’s leadership, functions as a hub for dialogue between science, humanities, and public audiences. It organizes lectures, supports student writers, and fosters interdisciplinary engagement with science communication. Horgan’s own website, johnhorgan.org, serves as a platform for independent commentary, further amplifying his role as a public intellectual.