جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Guy Hoffmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human-Robot Interaction
• Embodied Cognition
• Social Robotics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Guy Hoffman is Associate Professor and Associate Director of Undergraduate Affairs at Cornell University's Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. He holds faculty appointments in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Information Science, and Mechanical Engineering. Hoffman earned his Ph.D. in Human-Robot Interaction from MIT and M.Sc. in Computer Science from Tel Aviv University. His research explores computational, design, and social aspects of Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), with focus areas including: Embodied cognition for social robots Anticipation and timing in HRI Nonverbal behavior in human-robot collaboration Robotics for performing arts Non-anthropomorphic robot design Publications demonstrate interdisciplinary work spanning social robotics, adaptive interfaces, inclusive design, and AI education. Recent articles explore shadow-based interaction privacy, emotional conveyance through shape-changing interfaces, and cultural aspects of robot morphology. Major recognitions include: Andrew P. Sage Best Transactions Paper Award (IEEE, 2020) Dennis G. Shepherd Teaching Award (Cornell, 2019) Best Paper Award, IEEE/ACM HRI Conference (2015) His research group develops robotic platforms like Blossom and investigates human-robot collaboration in workspaces, inclusive play for children with mixed abilities, and open-source educational tools for AI literacy.

Che-Wei Changمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Coastal Engineering
• Coastal Resilience
• Nature-based Solutions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Che-Wei Chang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Ocean Engineering at the University of Rhode Island (URI) , where he joined in August 2023. Prior to URI, he was an Assistant Professor at the Disaster Prevention Research Institute of Kyoto University in Japan. He earned his Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Cornell University in 2017, along with an M.S. in Civil Engineering from National Taiwan University (2008) and a B.S. in Soil and Water Conservation from National Chung Hsing University (2006). Ph.D., Civil and Environmental Engineering, Cornell University, 2017 M.S., Civil Engineering, National Taiwan University, 2008 B.S., Soil and Water Conservation, National Chung Hsing University, 2006 Dr. Chang specializes in coastal engineering , coastal resilience , and nature-based solutions for mitigating coastal hazards. His research focuses on water waves and nearshore hydrodynamics , particularly how mangroves and other natural features reduce wave impacts from tsunamis, storm surges, and rising sea levels. He integrates numerical modeling , laboratory flume experiments , and field observations to advance understanding of coastal morphodynamics under climate change. His recent work, including 2025 publications on SPH simulations and field studies , emphasizes mangrove resilience against breaking wave forces and critical wave conditions leading to mangrove failure. Earlier studies (2015–2022) explore Boussinesq modeling , wave-vegetation interactions , and coastal forest functional evaluation . These articles highlight his commitment to sustainable shoreline management and science-based coastal design. Dr. Chang received the Coastal Engineering Journal (CEJ) Citation Award 2024 for his impactful review paper and was appointed a Senior Fellow of the Coastal Institute (URI) in 2025 . He actively mentors graduate students like Felipe Espinoza and Ramin Safari , who investigate wave-mangrove dynamics and vegetation impacts on coastal systems . His lab at URI, the Chang Coastal Lab , collaborates on conferences (e.g., ICCE 2024) and NSF-funded projects like NHERI RAPID Facility workshops.

Konrad Kollnigمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Digital Privacy
• AI Ethics
• Regulatory Technology (RegTech)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Konrad Kollnig is an Assistant Professor at Maastricht University’s Faculty of Law, specializing in the intersection of law and technology. He leads the RegTech4AI project, which combines legal and technical methods to address challenges in the AI and digital platforms sector. His academic background includes a PhD and MSc from the University of Oxford and a BSc from RWTH Aachen, with his PhD thesis winning the prestigious Stefano Rodotà Award 2024. Research focuses on market power analysis in digital platforms, ethical AI governance, and privacy-preserving technologies. He developed the TrackerControl app (200,000+ downloads) to expose app tracking practices. His work has influenced EU, OECD, US FTC, and other regulatory bodies, and been featured in Forbes, Wired, and New Scientist. Key achievements include winning the United Nations Privacy Competition 2022 and the Best Student Privacy Paper Award 2022. He holds a five-year RegTech4AI project grant (€2.1M) funding six researchers. Talks and collaborations span institutions like Georgetown University, CNIL, and the Council of Europe. His interdisciplinary approach bridges computer science, law, and policy to address systemic risks in digital ecosystems.

Kevin Banksمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Labour Law
• Employment Law
• International Labour Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kevin Banks is an Associate Professor of Law at Queen's University and the Director of the Queen's Centre for Law in the Contemporary Workplace. He holds appointments as Associate Dean (Faculty and Academic Policy) and Editor-in-Chief of the Canadian Labour and Employment Law Journal . His research focuses on labour arbitration efficiency, globalization's impact on workplace law, and the intersection of international trade agreements with labour standards. He is a part-time member of the Ontario Grievance Settlement Board and has served on dispute panels for trade agreements like the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement and Canada-EU CETA. Education: S.J.D., Harvard Law School (2003) LL.B., University of Toronto (1989) B.A. (Economics), University of Toronto (1986) Research Interests: Banks explores constitutional collective bargaining rights, gaps in disability accommodation at work, and the enforcement of employment standards. He critiques trade agreement labour chapters and examines third-party liability for wage violations. His work bridges domestic law with global economic policies, emphasizing equitable labour practices in transnational contexts. Professional Achievements: He chaired the first-ever labour rights dispute arbitration panel under a free trade agreement (US-Central America FTA) and advised Ontario’s Changing Workplaces Review. His edited casebook, Labour and Employment Law , is Canada’s leading text in the field. Labs/Teams: Director of the Centre for Law in the Contemporary Workplace, coordinating interdisciplinary research on modern workplace legal challenges.

Jean Ponceمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Image Processing
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jean Ponce is a Professor at Ecole Normale Supérieure - PSL and a Global Distinguished Professor at New York University's Courant Institute and Center for Data Science. He serves as Scientific Director of PRAIRIE Interdisciplinary AI Research Institute and co-founded Enhance Lab, commercializing super-resolution imaging software. His research focuses on computer vision, machine learning, robotics, and image processing. Ponce has held roles at Inria, MIT, Stanford, and the University of Illinois, and is an IEEE and ELLIS Fellow. He has served as chair of major conferences like CVPR, ECCV, and ICCV, and authored the textbook 'Computer Vision: A Modern Approach.' Research interests include statistical models for exoplanet detection, neural networks for 3D reconstruction, and self-supervised learning. His work combines theoretical foundations with practical applications in astrophysics, robotics, and imaging. Notable awards include the IEEE CVPR Longuet-Higgins Prize (2016, 2020) and ICML Test-of-Time Award (2019). Key projects include Enhance Lab's high dynamic range imaging and PRAIRIE's interdisciplinary AI initiatives. Ponce's articles explore cutting-edge topics like neural object priors, geodesic motion planning, and satellite image analysis. His contributions bridge academic research and industrial applications, emphasizing both fundamental theory and real-world impact.

• Underwater Acoustics
• Signal Processing
• Synthetic Aperture Sonar
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alan Hunter is a Professor in Autonomous Systems at the University of Bath's Department of Mechanical Engineering. He serves as Deputy Head of Department for Workload and Wellbeing and is affiliated with the Water Innovation & Research Centre (WIRC) and the UKRI CDT in Accountable, Responsible and Transparent AI. His research focuses on underwater acoustics, signal processing, imaging, and machine intelligence, with applications in sonar-based remote sensing and marine robotics. Education: B.E. (Hons I) in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Canterbury (2001), PhD in Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS) from the same institution (2006). Career highlights include roles at the University of Bristol (2007-2010), TNO Netherlands (2010-2014), and NATO CMRE (2014). He has led projects on sub-sediment imaging, autonomous mine-hunting systems, and precision navigation algorithms. Research Interests: • Underwater Acoustics & Sonar Imaging • Autonomous Underwater Vehicles • Machine Learning for Acoustic Data Analysis • Non-Destructive Inspection via Ultrasound • Sustainable Coastal Protection (via UN SDG contributions) Active Projects (2023-2025+): - Noise Network Plus : Engineering a Quieter Future (EPSRC) - TESSMEX SR 4 : Naval Mine-Hunting Technology (Defence Lab) - Decision-Making with Ambiguities : Legal AI for Robotics (EPSRC) Professional Affiliations: • Senior Member, IEEE • Associate Editor, IEEE Journal of Oceanic Engineering • Collaborations with NATO, TNO, and UK Defence Orgs. Labs & Teams: • Robotics and Autonomous Systems Lab • Centre for Space, Atmospheric and Oceanic Science • WIRC @ Bath (Water Innovation Hub)

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Ergonomics
• Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maria Lindholm is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Industrial Engineering and Management, Faculty of Management and Business, Tampere University. Her research focuses on occupational health and safety (OSH), particularly in healthcare and manufacturing sectors, emphasizing risk assessment frameworks, ergonomic standards, and emerging challenges like climate change impacts. She has published extensively on home care worker safety, safety culture development, and future-proofing occupational safety practices. Key research themes include: OSH risks in non-traditional work environments (e.g., clients’ homes) Risk assessment tools and self-evaluation methodologies Human factors and ergonomics in business education Cross-sectoral safety challenges (healthcare, rail transport, manufacturing) Her work often integrates qualitative reviews, case studies, and systematic analyses to address practical industry needs. Notable contributions include developing safety frameworks for home care personnel and evaluating occupational hazards in SMEs.

William W. Burke-Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Law
• International Relations
• Global Governance
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

William W. Burke-White is Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School , where he is a leading scholar at the intersection of international law and international relations. He also serves as Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and Senior Advisor to White & Case LLP , bridging academic research with policy and legal practice. He previously held leadership roles as Inaugural Director of Perry World House (2014–2019) and Deputy Dean of Penn Law (2011–2014). Harvard University – A.B., J.D. University of Cambridge – Ph.D. in International Relations (Fulbright Scholar) Burke-White’s research focuses on global governance, multilateral institutions, U.S. foreign policy, human rights, and international economic law . His work examines how shifting power dynamics affect international legal structures and how sub-state actors influence global norms. He has significant regional expertise in Russia, Eastern Europe, and Latin America . His current book project explores the new geography of global governance . His recent scholarly output reveals a consistent trend toward analyzing institutional reform, legal pluralism, and the interplay between domestic and international law . He frequently publishes in top journals on topics such as investor-state arbitration, complementarity in international criminal law, and the legitimacy of global legal regimes. His work often combines doctrinal legal analysis with political science theory. A. Leo Levin Award (2008) Robert A. Gorman Award for Excellence in Teaching (2007) Burke-White has advised governments, law firms, and investment funds on sanctions, sovereign debt, and international litigation. He has served as an expert witness in international arbitrations and currently advises sovereign states on cases before the International Court of Justice . He is also active in media commentary, contributing to The Hill, CNN, The Atlantic , and others. He has taught as a visiting professor at institutions including Harvard Law, Hebrew University, and Moscow State Institute of International Relations .

Kathleen C. Howellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Orbit Mechanics
• Spacecraft Dynamics and Control
• Trajectory Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Kathleen C. Howell is the Hsu Lo Distinguished Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University's School of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Her expertise spans orbit mechanics, spacecraft trajectory optimization, and mission design in multi-body systems. She holds degrees from Iowa State University (B.S., 1973), Stanford University (M.S., 1977; Ph.D., 1983). B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Iowa State University, 1973 M.S. in Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering, Stanford University, 1977 Ph.D. in Aeronautical & Astronautical Sciences, Stanford University, 1983 Her research focuses on libration point orbits, solar sail trajectories, and trajectory optimization in Earth-Moon and interplanetary systems. She has pioneered methods for analyzing Lissajous trajectories, invariant manifolds, and low-thrust mission design. Recent work includes solar sail applications for lunar coverage and ARTEMIS mission trajectory analysis. Publications highlight innovations in multi-body dynamics, with contributions to journals like Acta Astronautica , Journal of Guidance, Control, and Dynamics , and AIAA/AAS Conference Proceedings . Her work emphasizes practical mission design tools and visualization techniques. Awards: Fellow, AIAA (2013) W.A. Gustafson Teaching Award (2012) Dirk Brouwer Award (2004) Presidential Young Investigator Award (1984) Multiple Elmer F. Bruhn Teaching Awards Her advising and grants include leadership in space mission design, formation flight, and solar sail technology. She has collaborated on projects like the TRIANA mission and contributed to the Cassini end-of-mission analysis. Active in professional societies, she has edited conference proceedings and delivered invited lectures globally.

McKenzie F. Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Global Environmental Politics
• Environmental Justice
• Environmental Security and Peacebuilding
• +۴ مورد دیگر

McKenzie F. Johnson is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences (NRES), part of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences. She is also affiliated with the Institute for Sustainability, Energy, and Environment (ISEE). Her research focuses on global environmental politics, environmental justice, and human security, with a particular interest in how environmental governance initiatives impact marginalized communities. Education: Began with fisheries governance studies, earned a Master of Arts in Conservation Biology from Columbia University (2007), and a PhD in Environmental Policy from Duke University. Her Fulbright scholarship in West Africa (2010s) focused on extractive industries and social justice linkages. Research Interests: Explores intersections between environment, institutions, and justice through projects in South Asia, Africa, and South America. Current U.S.-focused work examines environmental impact assessments and pipeline development's effects on communities. The (in)Secure Landscapes Lab she leads investigates environmental governance's role in creating human security and justice. Key Themes in Publications: Energy infrastructure conflicts (e.g., Dakota Access Pipeline), environmental peacebuilding in post-conflict regions (Colombia, Afghanistan), carbon market equity, and invasive species governance. Her work critiques neoliberal environmental governance models and advocates for inclusive decision-making processes. Lab Activities: The IL Lab analyzes environmental governance's societal impacts, emphasizing participatory approaches. Current projects include studying soil carbon markets' equity implications and climate change adaptation strategies in conflict zones.

• Water Science and Engineering
• Wastewater Treatment
• Resource Recovery
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Bruce Jefferson is a Professor of Water Engineering at Cranfield University's Water Science Institute. He holds visiting positions at RMIT and the University of New South Wales in Australia. With a BEng and PhD from Loughborough University, he joined Cranfield in 1997, progressing through roles including Senior Research Fellow (2003) and Senior Lecturer (2006). His research focuses on optimizing water and wastewater treatment technologies, particularly resource recovery, anaerobic processes, and advanced oxidation. Key interests include low-energy nutrient removal, control of NOM and algae, and sustainable water production techniques like slow sand filter skimming. Education: BEng (Chemical Engineering) and PhD from Loughborough University. Research spans innovative treatment methods, such as microbubble applications in ozonation and coagulation strategies for PFAS removal. He collaborates with major water utilities (e.g., Anglian Water, Thames Water) and agencies like the EPA. Current projects include NextGen circular water solutions, pollution resilience in rivers, and phosphorus removal via wetlands. Advises six doctoral students and oversees research teams at Cranfield's Water Institute. Labs/Teams: Cranfield Water Science Institute, leading research groups in wastewater treatment, resource recovery, and environmental engineering.

Bhishna Bajracharyaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Planning
• Disaster Management
• Master Planned Communities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Bhishna Bajracharya is an Associate Professor of Urban Planning at Bond University's Faculty of Society & Design. He previously taught at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) for over 12 years and worked as a post-doctoral fellow at the Australian National University. His research focuses on urban sustainability, disaster resilience, and master-planned communities. Education: PhD in Urban Planning, University of Hawaii (200?) MURP in Urban Planning, University of Hawaii BArch in Architecture, Delhi University Research Interests: Smart cities and infrastructure Disaster management and community resilience Transit-oriented development Climate change adaptation Sustainable campus design Knowledge-based regional economies Recent Research Trends: His recent work emphasizes cross-border planning (e.g., Gold Coast Airport integration), megaproject governance, and innovative disaster management frameworks. He frequently collaborates with governments and NGOs to bridge research and policy gaps. Awards & Grants: Australian Research Council (ARC) Linkage Grant for community narratives in urban planning Emergency Queensland grant for disaster governance research Advising & Partnerships: Supervising PhD students in urban planning Collaborations with QUT's Creative Industries faculty Member of Bond University's Sustainability Committee Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Centre for Comparative Construction Research at Bond University, focusing on global urban challenges.

Noam Lubellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Law
• International Humanitarian Law
• Human Rights Law
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Noam Lubell is a leading academic in International Law of Armed Conflict at the University of Essex, where he also serves as Director of the Essex Armed Conflict and Crisis Hub (since 2017). He previously held the Swiss Chair of International Humanitarian Law at The Geneva Academy (2013–2019) and was Head of the Law School at Essex (2014–2017). His roles include Rapporteur of the International Law Association's Committee on the Use of Force (2010–2018) and Senior Research Fellow at Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (US), focusing on legal aspects of new military technologies. Lubell has collaborated with the ICRC on IHL investigations and works extensively with governments, UN bodies, and NGOs on issues like occupation law, self-defense, and autonomous weapons systems. Education: Ph.D. in Law LL.M. B.A. in Philosophy Research Interests: International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Human Rights Law in Armed Conflict Legal Frameworks for Use of Force Cyber Warfare and Emerging Technologies Occupation Law and Transnational Conflicts Accountability Mechanisms for Violations of IHL His work analyzes modern warfare challenges, including the application of proportionality, fragmented conflicts, and the impact of AI and cyber capabilities on legal boundaries. He advocates for ethical and lawful military practices while engaging with interdisciplinary topics like neuroscience in warfare. Publications highlight trends in cyber warfare, autonomous systems, and IHL's evolving role in contemporary conflicts. His research bridges traditional legal principles with modern technological and strategic realities, emphasizing accountability and human rights protections. Scientific Awards: None explicitly listed, though his work has received widespread academic and professional recognition. Advising & Grants: Principal Investigator on a project addressing cumulative civilian harm and proportionality (2024–present) Co-led ICRC partnership producing IHL investigation guidelines (2013–2019) Consultancies with military, governments, and media organizations Member of expert groups on occupation law, autonomous weapons, and battlefield scope No formal advisees (PhD/Master’s students) are listed in the provided texts. Labs & Teams: Essex Armed Conflict and Crisis Hub Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (Senior Research Fellow) International Law Amicus Curiae Clinic (Co-Director at Concord Research Centre)

Laura Mae Jacqueline Herzogمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Sustainable land, water and open space management
• Participatory processes and co-creation
• Transformation processes and capacities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura Mae Jacqueline Herzog is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Osnabrück, affiliated with the Institute of Geography and the Research Center Institute of Environmental Systems Research. She serves as representative of mid-level faculty staff in the faculty council of Department 1 Cultural and Social Sciences for the term 2024-2026 and is a member of the working group Resource Management. Dr. Herzog received her PhD from the University of Bern, where she worked as a research assistant at the Chair of Policy Analysis and Environmental Governance. Prior to that, she completed her diploma in political science at the Otto-Suhr-Institut (OSI), Free University of Berlin, focusing on common-pool resource problems and environmental conflicts. Her research focuses on transformation pathways towards sustainable interactions between humans and nature in social-ecological systems, with particular emphasis on aquatic ecosystems. She works predominantly inter- and transdisciplinarily, examining sustainable land, water and open space management, participatory processes and co-creation, transformation processes and capacities, and environmental governance. Her methodological approaches include participatory modeling, interviews & surveys, comparative case study analysis, causal loop diagrams, and Social Network Analysis. Dr. Herzog's publications reveal a consistent focus on water resource management, social-ecological systems, and governance of common-pool resources. Her work spans from micro-pollutant regulation in the Rhine River to transformation processes in peatland use and digitalization in water management. She has developed expertise in analyzing cooperation networks, stakeholder engagement, and the emergence of collaborative governance structures in environmental management contexts. Member of the 3rd cohort of the PostDoc Academy for Transformational Leadership of the Robert Bosch Foundation (2020-2022) Founding member of the Working Group on Governance of Social-Ecological Systems of the Earth System Governance network Dr. Herzog actively engages with stakeholders and the public through her work on the Future Water Laboratory, MOOSland project, and LimnoScenES project. She has served on scientific advisory boards for research projects including BaltAqua and "Participatory visioning for collective action in natural resource management." Her commitment to climate action is evident through her involvement with Scientists4Future in Osnabrück. As part of her research on peatlands, Dr. Herzog works with regional stakeholders to investigate transformation processes toward rewetted peatlands and facilitates knowledge transfer of project findings into teaching materials and exhibition modules. She also conducts research on digital applications for sustainable water use within the Future Water Laboratory.

Leon Shpaninمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Electrical Engineering
• Plasma Science
• Current Interruption
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Leon Shpanin is a Senior Lecturer in Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University, where he serves as Course Leader for MSc Automation Control and Robotics. He holds an MSc in Radio Frequency Engineering and a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Liverpool. His research focuses on electrical engineering applications including renewable energy systems, HVDC circuit interruptions, and electromagnetic techniques for current interruption. He received the RAEng Award (2020) for developing next-generation circuit breakers for rail networks. Key projects: Development of Novel Energy Efficient Magnetic Scroll Air Motor (EPSRC) Smart control of multirotor drone propellers for vibration energy harvesting