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Shuang Zhouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Soft Condensed Matter
• Liquid Crystals
• Active Matter
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shuang Zhou is an Assistant Professor in the Physics Department at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, part of the College of Natural Sciences. His research focuses on soft condensed matter physics, particularly liquid crystals and active matter systems. The Zhou Lab investigates lyotropic liquid crystals formed by anisometric nanoparticles and their interactions with microorganisms, exploring non-equilibrium phenomena and novel material properties. Key areas include biocompatible lyotropic systems, active matter dynamics, and the interplay between liquid crystal ordering and biological activity. Dr. Zhou holds a Ph.D. from Kent State University (2016) and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University (2016-2018). His lab is equipped with advanced microscopy systems (polarizing, inverted, fluorescent confocal) and facilities for optical, biological, and electronic experiments. The group recently received an NSF CAREER Award for their innovative work in living liquid crystals. Research interests span liquid crystal viscoelasticity, defect dynamics, and active matter interactions in ordered phases. The lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches combining physics, materials science, and biophysics to study emergent phenomena in complex fluids. Current projects explore lyotropic chromonic systems, microorganism-driven active matter, and novel applications of light-responsive liquid crystal materials. Lab infrastructure includes upright microscopes, electromagnets, clean benches, and cryo-TEM preparation tools. The group actively collaborates on projects involving ionic conductors, nanostructured materials, and microbial locomotion in anisotropic environments. Future work aims to advance biohybrid systems and energy-efficient liquid crystal applications.

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Superconductivity
• Superfluidity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Egor Babaev is a Professor in the Department of Theoretical Physics at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. His research focuses on condensed matter theory with an emphasis on superconductivity, superfluidity, topological defects, and quantum phase transitions. He has held faculty positions at KTH since 2006, including Assistant Professor (2006–2008), Associate Professor (2013–2015), and his current role since 2015. He also held a concurrent position at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (2007–2013) and served as a Fellow of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences (2008–2014). Education: PhD in Theoretical Physics from Uppsala University (2001). Postdoctoral research at Uppsala University (2001–2003) and Cornell University (2003–2006). Research interests span multicomponent superconductors/superfluids, fractional vortices, skyrmion dynamics, and topological states. Key contributions include the theoretical prediction of type-1.5 superconductivity and the discovery of Borromean supercounterfluids. Selected awards include the 2018 American Physical Society Fellowship, 2015 Göran Gustafsson Prize, and 2010 NSF CAREER Award. His work has been supported by prestigious grants like the Swedish Research Council's Outstanding Young Researcher Award (2013). Advising: Supervised over 20 PhD and Master's students, many of whom have continued to academic/research roles. Active in curriculum development, teaching courses like Condensed Matter Theory (SI2600) and Statistical Mechanics (SI2510). Labs/Teams: Leads a research group exploring quantum matter phenomena, collaborating internationally on projects involving superconductivity, topological materials, and vortex physics.

• Software Testing
• Formal Methods
• Specification-Based Testing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kirill Bogdanov is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Sheffield, UK. He completed his PhD in 2000 on specification-based software testing using X-machines and Statecharts. Before his current role, he worked as a Research Associate on the MOTIVE project, focusing on testing object-oriented systems. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Sheffield (2000) Research focused on applying X-machine testing methods to Statecharts specifications Research Interests: Specification-based testing methodologies X-machine formalisms and their applications Automated model inference from software code Passive inference of software models from logs Formal methods for safety-critical systems Grants & Projects: PI on EPSRC grants: REGI (2009-2012), StaMInA (2009-2012), and Automated Abstraction (2005-2008) Developed tools like the Statechum project for model inference Labs/Teams: Member of the Verification and Testing Research Group and Foundations of Computation research group. Awards: No specific awards listed, but contributions include pioneering work in formal testing methods.

• Supply Chain Resilience
• Digital Transformation
• Sustainable Operations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sobhan (Sean) Arisian is Associate Professor of Supply Chain and Logistics at La Trobe Business School. He leads the Sustainable Operations Management discipline and serves as Associate Investigator at the ARC Training Centre in Optimisation Technologies (OPTIMA). Research focuses on supply chain resilience, digitalization, and sustainability—particularly decarbonization of maritime transport and disaster relief logistics. Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on quantitative optimization models, with recurring themes in: Robust optimization for disruption management Sustainable logistics decarbonization Humanitarian supply chain coordination Quantum computing applications in operations Awarded the Inaugural Collaborative Research Award by BAM/ANZAM and Outstanding Reviewer recognition. Secured $382,742 from Australian Government for Quantum Enhanced Optimisation project and $234,400 DFAT National Focused Grant. Collaborates with University of Cambridge scholars and industry partners on digital transformation strategies. Editorial roles include Associate Editor for Transportation Research Part E and IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management.

Anish Jantraniaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Water Infrastructure
• Wastewater Treatment
• Water Reuse
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Anish Jantrania is a Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M University, jointly appointed in the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences and College of Engineering. His research evaluates sustainable water infrastructure options for onsite and small community systems, focusing on wastewater treatment, reuse, desalination, and water economics. Notable projects include developing subsurface effluent dispersal systems for challenging soil conditions, creating regulatory standards for onsite wastewater systems, and implementing decentralized systems benefiting low-income communities. He has led multi-state research initiatives including the National Onsite Demonstration Project funded by the EPA. Jantrania has extensive field experience designing onsite systems and small-diameter pressure sewers, and has contributed to revising state wastewater regulations. His extension work delivers technical guidance to communities and develops educational programs for undergraduates in water reuse technologies.

Andreas Klappeneckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Computing
• Image Processing
• Cryptography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreas Klappenecker is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Engineering at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on quantum computing, image processing, and cryptography, with contributions to quantum error correction, algorithms, and distributed systems. He holds a Ph.D. and Diplom from the University of Karlsruhe (now Karlsruhe Institute of Technology). Klappenecker has received notable awards including the NSF CAREER Award (2004) and the Halliburton Faculty Fellowship (2007). Education: Ph.D., Computer Science, University of Karlsruhe, 1998 Diplom (Master's equivalent), Computer Science, University of Karlsruhe Research Interests: Quantum algorithms and error correction Design of efficient quantum circuits (e.g., Toffoli gates) Subsystem codes and stabilizer codes Distributed systems and sensor networks Applications of algebraic structures (e.g., finite fields, nearrings) Awards: Best Paper Award, ICQNM 2009 National Science Foundation CAREER Award (2004) TEES Select Young Faculty Award (2004) Fellow-at-Large, Santa Fe Institute (2000) Grants & Projects: NSF Nano: Resilient Quantum Error Correction (CCF 0622201) CAREER: Design of Efficient Quantum Algorithms (CCF 0347310) Quantum Computing research funded by Texas Institute for Technology Futures (TITF) Labs & Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary quantum computing initiatives involving computer science, mathematics, and physics departments at Texas A&M. Organized workshops on quantum computation and information.

Serdal Kirmizialtinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physical Chemistry
• Computational Science
• Soft Matter
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Serdal Kirmizialtin is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Science. He holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry from the University of Texas at Austin (2007) and has held research positions at UT-Austin (postdoc/research associate), Los Alamos National Laboratories (2013–2015), and NYUAD since 2015. His research focuses on molecular machines, RNA folding, and computational methods integrating experiments like cryo-EM and SAXS with molecular dynamics simulations. Education: PhD in Physical Chemistry, University of Texas at Austin (2007) Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Associate at UT-Austin (2007–2013) Associate Research Scientist at Los Alamos National Laboratories (2013–2015) Research Interests: Computational modeling of biomolecular systems Mechanisms of molecular machines (e.g., HIV reverse transcriptase) RNA folding dynamics and ion interactions Development of novel computational tools (e.g., HB-CUFIX force field) Material science applications in environmental remediation Key Research Directions: Integrating experimental data (SAXS, cryo-EM) with simulations Understanding conformational transitions in enzymes Designing porous materials for pollutant capture Labs/Teams: Principal Investigator of the Kirmizialtin Lab at NYUAD, focusing on computational and theoretical approaches at the chemistry-biology-materials interface.

Jennifer Loveمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Organic Chemistry
• Organometallic Chemistry
• Transition Metal Catalysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Love is a Professor of Chemistry at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Science. She holds a PhD from Stanford University (2000) and a B.S. from Allegheny College (1994). Her postdoctoral work included a National Institutes of Health fellowship at the California Institute of Technology (2000-2003). Her research focuses on organometallic chemistry, particularly transition metal-mediated reactions for methane upgrading and C-H activation mechanisms. Key achievements include the development of platinum and nickel catalysts for selective bond cleavage and reductive elimination. She has held roles such as Senior Advisor to the Provost, Women Faculty at UBC, and has received awards like the Killam Teaching Prize (2009) and AstraZeneca Canada Award in Chemistry (2008). Education: PhD in Chemistry, Stanford University, 2000 B.S. in Chemistry (magna cum laude), Allegheny College, 1994 Research Interests: Her work emphasizes understanding metal reactivity in first-row transition metals, with applications in sustainable chemistry. Current projects include designing catalysts for C-H activation, methane valorization, and developing methods for fluorine-containing molecules. She explores ligand-metal cooperation in reactions and mechanistic insights into cross-coupling and reductive elimination pathways. Awards: Killam Teaching Prize (2009) AstraZeneca Canada Award in Chemistry (2008) Stanford University Centennial Teaching Award (1998) Phi Beta Kappa (1993) Grants & Labs: Her research is supported by grants focusing on catalytic methodologies and sustainable chemical processes. She leads a research group at the University of Calgary, investigating organometallic reaction mechanisms and applications in synthesis. Past work includes developing sensors for chemical warfare agents and studying azarhodacyclobutanes.

Jacob Matherneمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Algebraic combinatorics
• Combinatorial representation theory
• Computational algebra
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacob Matherne is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at North Carolina State University (NC State), part of the College of Sciences. His research focuses on algebraic combinatorics, combinatorial representation theory, computational algebra, and geometric representation theory, with a strong emphasis on matroid theory and logarithmic concavity phenomena. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Louisiana State University (2016). His work bridges algebraic geometry, topology, and discrete mathematics, particularly through studies of matroid cohomology, logarithmic concavity of polynomials, and equivariant structures. He is affiliated with the Algebra and Combinatorics Research Group at NC State's Department of Mathematics. Recent research trends include exploration of matroid Chow rings, equivariant log concavity, and applications of Hodge theory to combinatorial geometries. His publications span prestigious journals like Advances in Mathematics and Transactions of the American Mathematical Society , with a focus on foundational questions in combinatorial algebra and geometric representation theory. No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. He advises no listed students but collaborates actively within the Algebra and Combinatorics Faculty group at NC State.

Jakob Prangeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing
• Formal Semantics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Jakob Prange is a Researcher (Akademischer Rat auf Zeit) at the Chair for Natural Language Understanding / Digital Humanities within the Faculty of Applied Computer Science at the University of Augsburg. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science with a concentration in Cognitive Science from Georgetown University, where his dissertation focused on neuro-symbolic models for syntactic and semantic representations. Education: Ph.D. in Computer Science (Cognitive Science), Georgetown University B.Sc. in Computational Linguistics, Saarland University His research lies at the intersection of computational linguistics and theoretical linguistics, emphasizing formal and distributional semantics, meaning representation, deep learning, and neuro-symbolic integration. He prioritizes model efficiency and explainability, often combining neural models with structured linguistic representations. His recent work includes projects on cross-lingual QA in migration contexts and Bayesian modeling of L2 preposition learning. His publications span top venues such as ACL, NAACL, TACL, and COLING, with a focus on semantic parsing, supersense tagging, UCCA, neuro-symbolic modeling, and robust NLP for German. He has contributed to multilingual annotation frameworks and low-resource language modeling. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly mentioned. He has supervised M.Sc. student Steffen Kleinle on a QA project and contributes to teaching at the University of Augsburg, including Python for language processing and NLP tutorials. He is part of the HLT@Augsburg research group led by Prof. Annemarie Friedrich, focusing on natural language understanding and digital humanities.

Harald Johan Walderhaugمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physical Chemistry
• Molecular Dynamics
• Transport in Fluid Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Harald Johan Walderhaug is a Professor of Environmental Sciences at the University of Oslo, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry under the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Lund University (1985) and has been a permanent faculty member since 1995. His research focuses on molecular dynamics and transport in organized fluid systems, with particular emphasis on NMR methods applied to polymers, colloids, gels, and microemulsions. He teaches courses such as KJM1130 (Physical Chemistry I), KJM5500 (Surface and Nanochemistry), and KJM-Mena3300 (Physical Chemistry III). His work spans over three decades, with publications analyzing polymer diffusion, surfactant behavior, and complex liquid structures using advanced NMR techniques. Notably, he has contributed to studies on block copolymer micelles, microemulsion systems, and polyurethane formulations for rocket propellants. Walderhaug serves as Secretary General of the Norwegian Chemical Society and has been a key contributor to understanding colloidal systems and molecular transport mechanisms. His research often bridges physical chemistry with applications in materials science and environmental chemistry.

Jeng Yi Chongمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Membrane Technology
• Separation Processes
• Porous Materials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeng Yi Chong is a Lecturer in Chemical Engineering at the University of Southampton's School of Chemistry, joining in January 2024. His academic career focuses on innovating membrane technology for advanced separation processes and future sustainability solutions. His educational background includes: PhD in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London, UK (2018) MSc (Research) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Alberta, Canada (2013) BEng (First Class Honours) in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore (2011) Dr. Chong's research centers on membrane technology development for molecular separation processes. His work spans creating novel membranes for challenging separations, designing functional nanoporous materials including polymeric thin films and porous-organic frameworks, and developing ion-selective membranes for energy applications. His research increasingly incorporates machine learning approaches to optimize membrane performance and predict separation outcomes. He also investigates nanostructured materials for energy storage applications, particularly for redox flow batteries and electrochemical separation systems. His publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact research in membrane science, with recent work focusing on polyamide-ceramic composites for high-temperature applications, covalent organic framework membranes, and machine learning applications in membrane performance prediction. His research bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in water treatment and sustainable separation technologies. His notable recognition includes: NTU Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021) Dr. Chong actively supervises PhD students and teaches CHEG3004 - Chemical Engineering for the Pharmaceutical Sector. Prior to his position at Southampton, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Singapore Membrane Technology Centre, NTU (2018-2021), where he developed expertise in membrane fabrication and characterization. His current research program continues to push the boundaries of membrane technology for sustainable separation processes.

Jesús M. Velázquezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Materials Science
• Nanoelectronics
• Energy Conversion
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jesús M. Velázquez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of California, Davis. His research focuses on designing dimensionally reduced materials, including monolayers, nanocrystalline thin films, and mesoporous monoliths, with applications in nanoelectronics, energy conversion, and environmental remediation. Education: Ph.D. (2012) and B.S. (2004) from University at Buffalo-SUNY and University of Puerto Rico-Cayey, respectively. His group employs advanced characterization techniques like microscopy, spectroscopy, electrochemistry, and synchrotron-based methods to establish structure-function correlations that iteratively guide materials design. Representative research areas include energy conversion , electrocatalysis , and environmental remediation . Key trends in his publications include applications of machine learning to materials synthesis, exploration of Chevrel-phase sulfides for energy storage, and development of mesoporous ceramics for oil spill cleanup. His work bridges inorganic chemistry and materials engineering with a focus on sustainability. Scientific Awards: Jean Dreyfus Lectureship (2024) Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Fellow (2023) Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award (2022) APS Sustainable Energy Fellowship (2021) NSF CAREER Award (2020) Cottrell Scholar Award (2020)

Linda Hsiehمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Business
• Internationalization of Firms
• Strategic Alliances
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Linda Hsieh is a full-time faculty member at the University of Birmingham , where she serves as Professor of International Business and Head of the Department of Strategy and International Business within the Birmingham Business School . She holds a PhD in Commerce from the University of Birmingham, an MSc in International Business and Finance (with Distinction) from the University of Reading, and a BA (Hons) in Accounting & Financial Management and Business Studies from the University of Sheffield. Her research centers on international business , with key interests in decision-making , internationalization of firms , strategic alliances , and reshoring . She has been funded by the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust and has published extensively in top journals such as Journal of World Business , International Business Review , and Journal of International Management . Her recent publications reveal a strong focus on SME internationalization, alliance governance, and the strategic implications of reshoring, often employing configurational and contextual analysis. Linda is an editorial board member of the Journal of International Management and serves as a reviewer for leading ABS 3* and 4* management journals. She also contributed to the British Academy’s 2019 Programme on Humanities and Social Sciences Tackling the UK’s International Challenges. She teaches courses such as International Cooperative Strategy (MSc), Cross-Cultural Management (MSc Dubai), and Directing Strategy (MBA Singapore). She is open to supervising PhD students in the areas of firm internationalization and strategic alliances.

• Coordination Chemistry
• Bioinorganic Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jelena M. Poljarević is an Assistant Professor at the University of Belgrade's Faculty of Chemistry, specializing in the Department of General and Inorganic Chemistry. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the same institution, having completed her undergraduate studies there as well. Her research focuses on coordination chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, and the development of metal-based therapeutics, particularly targeting cancer and antimicrobial applications. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles on topics like ruthenium and rhenium complexes, drug delivery systems, and bioactive material synthesis. Dr. Poljarević has been actively involved in research projects including 'Baby wet wipes pioneer innovation: skin- and eco-friendly sustainability concept' (2020-2021) and 'Rational Design and Synthesis of Bioactive and Coordination Compounds' (2011). She received a 2016 grant for post-doctoral education from Serbia's Ministry of Education. Her educational contributions include teaching courses such as 'Methods for Synthesis and Characterization of Inorganic Compounds' and 'Medicinal Inorganic Chemistry.' Her work bridges fundamental inorganic chemistry with biomedical applications, emphasizing drug design, material synthesis, and analytical techniques. Collaborations with international teams (e.g., Éva A. Enyedy’s group in Hungary) highlight her global research impact. Current projects explore novel metal complexes for combating drug resistance and improving drug delivery efficiency.