جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Health Promotion
• Global Health
• Health Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julia Richter is a Lecturer and Project Manager at the Lucerne School of Social Work, part of Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). She is affiliated with the Institute for Social Pedagogy and Social Policy and the Kompetenzzentrum Prävention und Gesundheit (PuG). Her academic background includes a PhD in Law from the University of Zurich (2018), an MA in Political, Legal, and Economic Philosophy from the University of Bern (2012), and a BA in Political Science, Sociology, and Philosophy from the University of Bern and Sciences Po Bordeaux (2010). She holds additional certifications in Blended Learning (2024) and University Teaching (2020). Her research focuses on health promotion, global health governance, human rights in health contexts, and project management. Notable areas of expertise include soft law mechanisms in international health frameworks, climate change impacts on health rights, and digital health interventions for youth protection. Richter has led projects such as ‘Health-promoting teamwork and virtues’ and ‘40 Years of the Ottawa Charter in Switzerland.’ Her publications span peer-reviewed articles, policy analyses, and presentations at international forums, emphasizing legal and ethical dimensions of global health challenges. She has contributed to initiatives addressing health workforce migration, non-communicable disease prevention, and malaria control during pandemics. Richter’s work bridges academic research, policy advocacy, and practical project management in social work and public health sectors.

Philipp Terieteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theory
• Jazz Studies
• Classical Music History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Philipp Teriete is a full tenured Professor of Music Theory (focusing on Jazz/Pop/Arrangement and Classical Music) at the University of Music Freiburg, Germany. Previously, he held roles as a Lecturer in Music Theory at the Lucerne School of Music and represented the Chair for Music Theory at HfM Freiburg. His research explores historical improvisation, intersections between classical and jazz music, 16th-century vocal polyphony, and Béla Bartók’s works. Education: BM/MM in Piano and Music Theory from HfM Freiburg (2006–2014), with exchanges at Royal Academy of Music London and Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique Paris. Later studies in Jazz Composition (Norwegian Academy of Music) and Jazz Studies (NYU). Research Interests: 18th/19th-century improvisation pedagogy Jazz-classical intersections in late 19th/early 20th century Vocal polyphony of the 16th century Béla Bartók’s compositional techniques Publications: Co-edited Das Universalinstrument (2020) and authored key papers like Leipzig to St. Louis (2018). Active in publishing music theory analyses and jazz compositions. Teaching: Taught Music Theory at HfM Freiburg, Jazz Piano/Composition at NYU, and currently mentors students in jazz/pop/arrangement fields. His pedagogical work bridges historical European traditions with modern jazz practices.

Emmanuel Frossardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soil Science
• Plant Nutrition
• Agronomy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Emmanuel Frossard is a Full Professor at the Department of Environmental Systems Science at ETH Zurich, Switzerland. His research focuses on nutrient efficiency in agricultural systems, particularly phosphorus, nitrogen, zinc, and cadmium dynamics across soil-fertiliser-plant interfaces and semi-natural ecosystems. He integrates advanced techniques like isotope tracing (33P, 15N), NMR spectroscopy, ICP-MS, and molecular methods in laboratory, greenhouse, and field experiments. His work emphasizes sustainable nutrient management strategies to enhance food security while preserving soil health. As President of the Swiss National Research Program on soil (NRP 68), he drives national soil research initiatives. The group also explores nutrient cycling in agroecosystems, aquaponics, and climate-impacted environments like subarctic treelines and vineyards. Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach to nutrient modeling, fertilizer efficiency, trace metal dynamics, and climate adaptation in crops like winter wheat and yams. Collaborations extend to Stanford University (2013) and institutions in West Africa, the Amazon, and Europe.

Judith Burkartمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary Anthropology
• Primate Cognition
• Cooperative Breeding
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Judith Burkart is a Professor and Deputy Director at the Institute of Evolutionary Anthropology at the University of Zurich. Her research focuses on the cognitive and psychological consequences of cooperative breeding in primates, particularly marmosets, and the evolution of prosociality. She leads the Evolutionary Cognition Group, exploring how cooperative breeding shapes social cognition and communication in non-human primates. Her academic background includes a PhD in Evolutionary Anthropology from the University of Zurich (2004) and extensive postdoctoral work on primate behavior and cognition. She has pioneered studies on cooperative breeding’s role in human cognitive evolution, linking it to social tolerance and group cooperation. Research Interests: Cognitive consequences of cooperative breeding Evolution of prosocial behavior Primate communication and vocal learning Socio-cognitive development in cooperatively breeding species Comparative psychology and animal behavior Publications highlight work on marmoset vocal communication, group problem-solving, and the evolutionary origins of human cooperation. She has contributed to high-impact journals like Science Advances , Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B , and Animal Cognition . Judith teaches courses on evolutionary anthropology and primate behavior at the University of Zurich, emphasizing hands-on research through the OLAT platform. Her work bridges evolutionary biology, psychology, and anthropology, with a focus on understanding the roots of human social complexity.

Florian Pommereningمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Planning
• Heuristic Search
• Linear Programming
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Florian Pommerening is a Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science within the Faculty of Science at the University of Basel, Switzerland. He holds an email address of florian.pommerening@unibas.ch and can be reached via +41 61 207 05 37. His academic career is deeply rooted in classical domain-independent planning, with a focus on optimal planning through heuristic search and the application of linear and mixed integer programming in planning domains. University of Basel, Switzerland Faculty of Science Department of Mathematics and Computer Science Professor Rank Florian completed his PhD at the University of Basel in 2017 under the supervision of Malte Helmert. He also holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Freiburg (2012) and a Master's in Information Technology from Monash University (2010). His research spans topics such as classical planning, heuristic search, linear programming, mixed integer programming, and automated planning systems. His publication record from 2012 to 2025 demonstrates sustained contributions to planning algorithms, including cost partitioning heuristics, Lagrangian decomposition, and transition landmark generation. His work has been recognized with multiple awards, including the ICAPS 2024 Influential Paper Award, ECAI 2023 Quality Champion PC award, and the Dux of the Master of Information Technology at Monash University. ICAPS 2024 Influential Paper Award Quality Champion PC award (ECAI 2023) Runner Up, Best Student Paper Award (ICAPS 2023) CoRe Challenge 2022 Awards Best Student Paper Runner-Up (ICAPS 2022) Best System Demonstration (ICAPS 2022) Outstanding Senior Program Committee Award (AAAI 2021) ICAPS 2019 Best Paper Award Faculty Award 2018 (University of Basel) EurAI Artificial Intelligence Dissertation Award 2017 ICAPS 2018 Best Dissertation Award Outstanding PC Member Award (SoCS 2016) Winner, Unsolvability IPC 2016 AAAI 2015 Outstanding Paper Award ICAPS 2014 Outstanding Paper Award Dux of the Master of Information Technology 2010 (Monash University) Florian actively contributes to the planning community through tutorials at AAAI 2019 and ICAPS 2015, and through software development such as the Fast Downward planner and Planutils framework. His notable side project includes creating a quine in the Shakespeare Programming Language (SPL) with Thomas Mayer, showcasing technical creativity beyond core research.

Natalia Bachourمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Early Modern Medical and Scientific History
• Knowledge Transfer
• Translation Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Natalia Bachour is a Lecturer at the Institute of Asian and Oriental Studies, University of Zurich, specializing in Early Modern Medical and Scientific History, Translation Studies, and Arabic Language Pedagogy. She holds a PhD in the History of Pharmacy from Heidelberg University and has conducted research on topics like the therapeutic use of human body fluids, Arabic morphology teaching, and Ottoman medical knowledge transfer. Her work bridges historical pharmacology and contemporary language education. PhD in History of Pharmacy (Heidelberg, 2006-2011) Diploma in Translation Studies (Mainz, 2004-2011) Certificate in Arabic Didactics (Zurich, 2011-2012) Her research focuses on intercultural medical history, analyzing how Arabic texts adapted European chemical medicine. She developed digital tools like Kalimāt (Arabic vocabulary database) and Dandanāt (Levantine Arabic lexicon), funded by UZH's Digital Teaching and Research Unit. Her projects address challenges in teaching Arabic morphology and diglossia to non-native speakers. Her publications span 2012-2019, emphasizing Ottoman medical pluralism, Arabic pedagogy, and historical pharmacology. Recent grants reflect her role in digitizing language education. She has taught courses on Arabic dialects, classical literature, and cross-cultural medical history. Herzog-Ernst Scholarship (2018) Bachour's collaborative projects with Fabian Frei and Henning Sievert include creating interactive verb tables, multimedia materials, and bilingual subtitling strategies. She continues advancing methods for teaching Arabic as a foreign language, particularly in dialect-standard continua.

• Coffee Science
• Analytical Chemistry
• Food Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ed Wieland Sebastian Opitz is a researcher at the ZHAW School of Life Sciences and Facility Management, located in Wädenswil, Switzerland. He is part of the Section for Coffee Competence Centre and Analytical Technologies, focusing on multidisciplinary research in coffee science, food chemistry, and sustainable agricultural practices. His work spans from molecular-level analyses of coffee compounds to socio-economic studies of coffee value chains. Research interests include coffee quality assessment, roasting effects on antioxidants, and innovative analytical techniques. He has contributed to projects like 'SCA - PhysicalDefect' and 'Atomo Coffee - Coffee Without the Bean,' collaborating with industry leaders such as Nespresso and Suntory. His studies often integrate environmental and social impacts, particularly in coffee-producing regions like Colombia and Bolivia. Key publications (2014-2024) address topics like cell-cultured coffee analysis, participatory rural development models, and degassing kinetics of roasted coffee. His work bridges fundamental science with practical applications, aiming to enhance both coffee production standards and farmer livelihoods. Notable projects include leading the 'Robust and affordable process control technologies' initiative and co-authoring books on coffee value chain analysis and coffee chemistry. His research frequently employs advanced analytical methods, including chromatography and Raman spectroscopy, to study coffee's chemical and biological properties.

Francesca Falkمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Migration Studies
• Gender History
• Postcolonial Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Francesca Falk is a Lecturer in History at the University of Bern's Department of History. Her research focuses on migration, gender studies, postcolonial perspectives, and Swiss social history. She has published extensively on topics including adoption histories, migration policies, and political participation. Falk holds a PD (postdoctoral qualification) and is affiliated with the Institute of History, where she teaches and advises students. Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary societal issues, emphasizing the role of marginalized voices in shaping historical narratives. Key research interests include the intersection of migration and gender innovation, postcolonial critiques of Swiss historiography, and the historical roots of current political debates. She has conducted interviews and public lectures on topics such as seasonal labor migration, gender equality in academia, and the legacy of colonialism in Swiss institutions. Falk is also active in promoting gender equality in historical scholarship through her academic writing and institutional engagement. Her publications from 2021–2024 reflect a focus on migration's transformative potential, the politics of memory around controversial historical events (e.g., the Schwarzenbach votes), and the role of historical narratives in shaping contemporary debates on citizenship and belonging. She frequently collaborates with international scholars and participates in interdisciplinary projects on migration, postcolonial studies, and gender history.

Marie Barberonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Plant Nutrition
• Root Development
• Nutrient Transport
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Marie Barberon is an Associate Professor at the University of Geneva , affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and the Department of Plant Sciences . Her research focuses on nutrient transport in roots , symplastic pathways , and plant adaptation to abiotic stresses through developmental mechanisms. Key Research Areas: Root endodermis barriers, plasmodesmata, suberin plasticity, pectin composition, and nutrient allocation. Notable Articles: Recent work explores directional symplastic transport in differentiated roots, pectin-linked plasmodesmata changes, and the role of water flow in nutrient dynamics. Labs & Collaborations: Leads the Plant Nutrition and Development Research Group , investigating symplastic transport using Arabidopsis mutants and advanced imaging techniques.

Tristan Coferمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Plant Ecology
• Plant-Microbe Interactions
• Plant Defense Mechanisms
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Tristan Cofer is a Researcher at the Institute of Plant Sciences, University of Bern, focusing on plant interactions with the environment and biotic factors. His work centers on plant volatile emissions, defense mechanisms, and ecological interactions, particularly in maize, Arabidopsis, and Xyris species. He investigates how plants respond to herbivory, stress, and microbial interactions through biochemical and physiological pathways. Research interests include: plant defense signaling, volatile organic compound (VOC) dynamics, plant-microbe-insect interactions, and the ecological consequences of plant responses to biotic/abiotic stressors. His studies often integrate molecular biology, biochemistry, and ecological field observations. Key research trends from his publications show focus on: (1) Herbivore-induced plant volatiles' ecological roles, (2) Enzymatic conversion of VOCs in Arabidopsis, (3) Leaf size's role in volatile emission patterns, and (4) Fungal-insect-plant symbiotic systems. His work bridges molecular mechanisms with ecological outcomes, emphasizing plant communication and defense strategies. Currently based at the Biotic Interactions group, his research contributes to understanding how plants adapt and interact in complex ecosystems. Office: T 017, main building ground floor.

Sélima Kebaïliمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Gender Studies
• Postcolonial and Transnational Feminism
• Transitional Justice
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Sélima Kebaïli is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for Gender Studies, University of Geneva, where she teaches courses in gender and postcolonial studies. She also holds visiting teaching positions at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies and has previously taught at EHESS in Paris. Her academic work is deeply rooted in critical gender theory, transitional justice, and political violence, with a regional focus on the MENA region and Europe. She earned her PhD in Sociology from the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences (EHESS), Paris, in 2021, following an MA in Sociology (Gender Studies) from the same institution and a BA in Political Science from the University of Montreal. Her research employs qualitative and multisite ethnographic methods to investigate how international organizations shape the recognition of female victims in transitional justice contexts. Her research interests include: gender and international feminist interventions, transitional justice, political violence, postcolonial and transnational feminism, and anti-veiling policies in Europe and the MENA region. She critically examines the gender mainstreaming practices of international organizations from a postcolonial feminist perspective, focusing on how these practices may marginalize local voices and experiences. The trends in her recent publications reveal a strong interdisciplinary focus, bridging sociology, gender studies, political science, and postcolonial theory. Her work consistently centers on the lived experiences of women in post-revolutionary Tunisia, analyzing how their suffering is recognized—or silenced—within institutional frameworks. She explores themes of victimhood, agency, legal consciousness, and the racialized dimensions of transitional justice. Thesis prize, GIS-MOMM (Scientific Interest Group, Middle East and Muslim Worlds) Runner-up Thesis prize, Institut de Varenne (Prix-Louis Joinet) – Category Democratization (Democratic transition, Transitional justice and post-conflict) Kebaïli has advised and collaborated with various international organizations, including UN Women and Impunity Watch, producing policy briefs and human rights reports. She has led research projects funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation and the European Research Council. She is actively involved in academic service, serving on the editorial committee of La vie des Idées / Books and Ideas , and organizing major conferences and seminars on gender, race, and justice. She regularly participates as an invited speaker at international forums, including the International Catalan Institute for Peace and the University of Torino summer school. She has co-organized several academic events, including the conference The Government of Suffering with Rita Segato and Veena Das, and has led research seminars at the University of Lausanne. Her work is situated within collaborative research networks such as ERC-DREAM and the Centre for Gender Studies in Lausanne, reflecting her engagement with interdisciplinary and international scholarly communities.

• Computational Biology
• Quantitative Biology
• Cell and Developmental Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ella Linxia Müller is a Doctoral Assistant and PhD student at École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the School of Life Sciences (SV) and the Swiss Institute for Experimental Cancer Research (ISREC), specifically in the UPGON laboratory led by Prof. Pierre Gönczy. She is enrolled in the Doctoral Program in Computational and Quantitative Biology (EDCB), reflecting her interdisciplinary training at the interface of life sciences and quantitative methods. Her academic background is rooted in a strong foundation in life sciences and computational approaches, as indicated by her enrollment in a specialized doctoral program integrating biology with data-driven methodologies. The program emphasizes rigorous research training and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Ella's research interests lie at the intersection of computational biology and quantitative cell biology. Given her affiliation with the Gönczy group, which investigates mechanisms of cell division and development using advanced imaging, genetics, and systems-level analysis, her work likely involves modeling biological systems, analyzing high-throughput data, and understanding developmental dynamics through quantitative frameworks. While no specific publications or scientific awards have been listed in the provided information, her position within a leading research group at EPFL suggests active engagement in cutting-edge scientific inquiry. The Gönczy lab is known for its work on centrosome biology, asymmetric cell division, and systems-level understanding of development, indicating that Ella's research contributes to these broad fields. Ella Linxia Müller is not currently listed as an advisor to any students. There is no information available regarding grants she may be involved with. She is part of the UPGON research group at ISREC, EPFL, which focuses on understanding the fundamental mechanisms of cell division and embryonic development using a combination of genetic, cell biological, and computational approaches.

Joerg Huelskenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cancer Biology
• Tumor Heterogeneity
• Cancer Stem Cells
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Joerg Huelsken is an Associate Professor at the School of Life Sciences, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he leads the Huelsken Lab at the Institut de Recherche en Ingénierie Moléculaire et en Imagerie Cellulaire (ISREC). He holds multiple teaching appointments within EPFL’s graduate programs, including roles in the Doctoral Program in Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences (EDMS) and the School of Life Sciences (SSV). His research is centered on cancer biology, particularly tumor heterogeneity, cancer stem cells, metastasis, and the role of the microenvironment and signaling pathways such as Wnt and integrin in disease progression. His research interests span cancer stem cells , metastatic niches , organoid models , Wnt/β-catenin signaling , integrin-mediated adhesion , and hematopoietic stem cell regulation . His lab employs cutting-edge approaches including patient-derived organoids, single-cell transcriptomics, and in vivo mouse models to dissect the molecular mechanisms underlying tumor initiation, progression, and therapy resistance. A major focus is understanding how cancer cells adopt stem-like states in response to therapy, particularly immunotherapy, and how the niche supports metastatic colonization. The trends in his recent publications reflect a strong integration of basic molecular mechanisms with translational applications . His work bridges developmental biology, stem cell regulation, and oncology, with recurring themes of signaling crosstalk, cellular plasticity, and microenvironmental control. He has developed platforms for personalized cancer treatment using organoids and statistical modeling, and his team investigates metabolic dependencies in metastasis-initiating cells. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature , Cell Stem Cell , Nature Communications , and Cancer Cell . Metabolic dependencies of metastasis-initiating cells in female breast cancer (Nature Communications, 2023) IFNγ-induced stem-like state of cancer cells as a driver of metastatic progression following immunotherapy (Cell Stem Cell, 2023) Platform combining statistical modeling and patient-derived organoids to facilitate personalized treatment of colorectal carcinoma (Journal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research, 2023) Prof. Huelsken has supervised numerous PhD students at EPFL, including Maxim Norkin, Candice Young, Angela Madurga Alonso, Mathieu Girardin, and Zuzana Tatárová. His lab is actively involved in teaching, offering courses such as Cancer Biology II and practical lab modules. He also contributes to institutional education through roles in the EDMS and SSV-ENS programs. The Huelsken Lab operates at EPFL’s SV campus, focusing on interdisciplinary research that combines molecular oncology, stem cell biology, and systems approaches to understand and target the root causes of cancer progression and therapy resistance.

Federico Wadehnمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Digital Signal Processing
• Machine Learning
• Deep Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Federico Wadehn is a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Signal Processing and Wireless Communications within the School of Engineering at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), specializing in digital signal/image processing and machine learning applications for biomedical and engineering systems. His role includes teaching core courses and supervising graduate theses. Education: PhD in Statistical Signal Processing with Probabilistic Graphical Models, ETH Zürich (2014-2018) Teaching Certificate, ETH Zürich and ZHAW (2017-2018) Visiting Researcher in Neuromonitoring, MIT (2016) MSc/BSc in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, ETH Zürich (2009-2014) Erasmus Exchange in Control Engineering, Imperial College London (2012-2013) Continuing Education: MATLAB C Coder (2023), Embedded C (2021), IBM Rational Rhapsody (2020) Research Interests: His work bridges Digital Signal Processing (classical, ML, and deep learning), Computer Vision , Sensor Fusion/Kalman Filtering for inertial systems, Probabilistic Graphical Models for navigation, and Physiological System Modeling (respiratory/cerebrovascular). He emphasizes model-based approaches for real-world biomedical applications, particularly in neuromonitoring and respiratory care. Publication Trends: His 2015-2020 publications reveal a consistent focus on advanced signal processing for physiological monitoring, featuring model-based separation of biological signals (eye movements, blood flow), sparse state-space modeling, and Kalman smoothing innovations. The work integrates probabilistic graphical models with biomedical constraints, demonstrating strong cross-disciplinary impact in IEEE journals and conferences. Scientific Awards: Study and doctoral scholarship from German Academic Scholarship Foundation (2014) Abiturpreis Physik from Deutsche Physikalische Gesellschaft (2008) Advising and Professional Activities: He supervises bachelor's/master's theses at ZHAW while maintaining industry connections through prior roles as Systems Engineer at Bosch Sensortec (2021-2023), Research Engineer at Hamilton Medical AG (2019-2021), and Computer Vision Freelancer (2021). His dual academic-industry experience informs practical curriculum development. Laboratories and Teams: He contributes to ZHAW's Digital Health Lab and Medical Systems Platform, focusing on translating signal processing innovations into clinical tools for respiratory monitoring and motion analysis, with recent patent work in ventilation technology.

Josephus Vermeerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant Development
• Mechanotransduction
• Cell Biology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Josephus Vermeer is a Professor at the Institute of Biology, Faculty of Science, University of Neuchâtel. Since 2019, he has led the Laboratory of Molecular and Cellular Biology, focusing on plant organogenesis and mechanobiology. PhD in Cell Biology, University of Amsterdam (2006) Postdoc at University of Amsterdam (2006-2011) Marie Curie Fellow at University of Lausanne (2011-2013) Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) Professor at University of Zurich (2013-2019) His research investigates how regulated volume loss and mechanical forces coordinate organogenesis in plants, using lateral root formation as a model system. Key areas include: Cell communication during organ adaptation Cytoskeleton dynamics in mechanical conflict resolution Suberin biosynthesis and degradation Turgor pressure regulation Cell wall remodeling Imaging-based mechanodetection His publications reveal trends in plant mechanotransduction, with recent work expanding to monocot models like Brachypodium distachyon. Awards include Marie Curie and SNSF fellowships. Lecturer: 'Molecules to Cells' (Medicine, Biology) Master's Seminars in Ecology and Sustainability Plant Molecular Genetics Teaching