جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Luke Adamsonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Syntax
• Morphology
• Grammatical Gender
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luke Adamson is a tenure-track Researcher in Research Area 3 'Syntax and Lexicon' at the Leibniz-Zentrum Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft (ZAS), Berlin. Previously, he held a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard University (2020–2022) and served as Lecturer at Rutgers University (2022–2023). He earned his PhD in Linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania (2019) and holds dual degrees from Oberlin College: a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance (2010–2014). His research focuses on nominal features, grammatical gender, and syntactic modularity, with notable projects exploring gender locality hypotheses, coordination resolution in three-gendered languages, and suppletion phenomena. Collaborators include prominent linguists such as Elena Anagnostopoulou (University of Crete), Ruth Kramer (Georgetown University), and Stanislao Zompì (Universität Potsdam). Key contributions include work on gender assignment constraints in languages like Greek, Swedish, and Lithuanian, as well as syntactic interfaces in Jarawara and Italian. Recent presentations include invited talks at the University of Geneva (June 2025), Yale University (October 2024), and the Brussels Conference on Generative Linguistics (December 2024). He co-edits Linguistic Inquiry Squibs & Discussion and organizes the ZAS Brown Bag Lunches. His work has been supported by grants from the National Science Foundation and the European Research Council. Adamson’s academic networks span formal linguistics and typological studies, with ongoing projects addressing politeness pronouns in Romance languages, emotive predicates in clausal complements, and allosemy in Greek gender systems.

Tim Paulitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Plant Pathology
• Soil Microbiology
• Agricultural Ecology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tim Paulitz is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Plant Pathology at Washington State University (WSU) and a Research Plant Pathologist with USDA-ARS. His research focuses on root diseases of cereal crops, soil microbiome dynamics, and sustainable management strategies. He has held roles such as Editor-in-Chief of the American Phytopathological Society Press and Section Editor of the *Canadian Journal of Plant Pathology*. Paulitz has supervised over 25 graduate students and contributed to over 175 refereed publications. His work emphasizes understanding soilborne pathogens like *Rhizoctonia*, *Fusarium*, and *Pratylenchus*, alongside the impacts of glyphosate, tillage, and crop rotation on microbial communities. Research Interests: Ecology and management of root diseases in wheat, barley, and Brassica Soil and rhizosphere microbiome analysis Effects of agricultural practices (e.g., glyphosate, lime, no-till) on microbial communities Biological control of soilborne pathogens Awards and Recognition: Fellow, American Phytopathological Society (2009–present) USDA-ARS National EEO/CR Outreach Award (2008) California Regents Graduate Fellowship (1983) Advising and Grants: Supervised 18 MSc, 4 PhD students (1989–2000), and 9 PhD, 3 MSc students (2000–2020) as an adjunct. Collaborated with CIMMYT on global wheat root health initiatives and served on over 50 student thesis committees. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with USDA-ARS Wheat Health Unit and WSU’s Department of Plant Pathology, contributing to interdisciplinary projects on soil health and crop resilience.

Tianna DuPontمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Organic Agriculture
• Plant Pathology
• Entomology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tianna DuPont is a Tree Fruit Extension Specialist at Washington State University’s Tree Fruit Research & Extension Center in Wenatchee, WA. She leads applied research and outreach programs focused on sustainable orchard management, organic production, fire blight control, and integrated pest management (IPM). Her work bridges academic research with industry needs through trainings, field days, and collaborative projects with growers. Research Interests: Her key areas include: Orchard floor management (cover crops, mulching) Bio-renovation strategies for replant disease Irrigation efficiency and soil health X-disease phytoplasma and Little Cherry Disease management Next Generation Tree Fruit Network development Advising & Grants: She mentors students like Gabriela Bolonas (Masters in Horticulture) and oversees projects funded through specialty crop grants. Recent collaborations include USDA NIFA grants for pear IPM and fire blight research. Labs & Teams: Leads the DuPont Lab team (see attached group photo), collaborating with postdocs and industry partners on trials like Alternative Controls for Replant Trial and Biorenovation Strategies .

William Armstrongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Wetland Ecology
• Plant Physiology
• Hypoxia in Plants
• +۵ مورد دیگر

William Armstrong is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Agriculture and Environment, The University of Western Australia, where he conducts research on plant responses to hypoxic conditions and flooding stress. His scholarly work bridges fundamental plant physiology with practical applications in agriculture and wetland ecology. His research interests include: Wetland Plant Adaptation to Oxygen Deficiency Root Physiology Under Hypoxic Conditions Plant Metabolic Responses to Flooding Oxygen Transport Mechanisms in Plant Tissues Global Patterns in Wetland Plant Traits Adaptation Strategies in Agricultural Crops Analysis of Professor Armstrong's publication record reveals a consistent focus on understanding how plants, particularly agricultural species like chickpea and wetland plants, adapt to low-oxygen environments. His work spans from detailed physiological measurements of oxygen diffusion in roots to global ecological patterns in plant trait expression, with particular emphasis on the molecular and metabolic mechanisms that enable plant survival in waterlogged conditions. The 2020 Nature Communications paper on global wetland plant patterns represents a significant contribution to understanding ecosystem-level adaptations. Professor Armstrong maintains an active international collaboration network, working with researchers across multiple continents to advance understanding of plant stress physiology. His work has generated substantial scholarly impact, with his 2020 Nature Communications paper accumulating 73 citations and receiving attention from news outlets.

Jenna Loydمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Geopolitics
• Migration Studies
• Trauma Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jenna Loyd is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Her research focuses on the intersections of geopolitics, migration, trauma, and carceral systems. She examines how displacement, borders, and racialized policies shape human experiences, with particular attention to refugees, marginalized communities, and the legacies of colonialism. Her work spans multiple disciplines, including critical race theory, carceral geography, and feminist methodologies. Key themes include the geopolitics of trauma in refugee resettlement, the racialized dynamics of policing and detention, and the ethics of slow scholarship as resistance to neoliberal academia. Her articles explore topics such as the spatial dimensions of refugee trauma, the historical roots of US migration policies, and the abolitionist critique of carceral systems. She critiques border regimes and advocates for open movement frameworks, while analyzing how violence and resistance manifest in urban and global contexts. Loyd emphasizes collaborative, ethical research practices and has written extensively on the need for 'slow scholarship' to counteract academic precarity. Her work bridges theoretical insights with grassroots activism, particularly in movements around sanctuary cities and anti-prison organizing.

Chandra Jackمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Plant-Microbe Interactions
• Evolutionary Ecology
• Invasive Species
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Chandra Jack is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Clark University, where she leads research on plant-microbe interactions and eco-evolutionary dynamics. She holds a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Biology from Rice University (2011) and a B.A. in Biology from the same institution (2005). Her research program examines how microbial communities influence plant fitness, functional traits, and population structure, with particular focus on invasive species adaptation. The Jack Lab employs experimental, molecular, and computational approaches to study below-ground ecological processes in agricultural and natural systems. Research publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches spanning microbial ecology, evolutionary biology, and invasion science. Recent work explores soil microbiome influences on plant development, rapid evolution in invasive plants, and methodological advances in analyzing plant defensive compounds. The lab maintains an inclusive environment with multiple undergraduate researchers and a graduate student. Current projects include investigations into prairie soil effects on wheat development and habitat-specific microbiome variations in Hypericum perforatum.

Ullas Pedmaleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Plant Biology
• Environmental Science
• Molecular Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ullas Pedmale is an Associate Professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL), leading the Pedmale Lab. His research focuses on understanding how environmental cues, such as light and temperature, modulate plant growth and development. This work has significant implications for agriculture and climate resilience. Pedmale earned his Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the University of Missouri (2008) and completed postdoctoral training at the Salk Institute under Joanne Chory. He is also an Adjunct Faculty Member at Stony Brook University. His research interests include plant-environment interactions, light signaling pathways, and the molecular mechanisms underlying plant adaptation. Key projects involve studying shade avoidance responses, DNA damage repair in plants, and the role of histone modifications in flowering time regulation. Pedmale’s lab utilizes advanced technologies like state-of-the-art growth chambers to simulate climate change effects on plants. Notable achievements include the NIH Outstanding Investigator Award (2017) and recognition for groundbreaking work on plant photoreceptors. His recent publications highlight discoveries in RNA methylation, ubiquitin regulation, and epigenetic mechanisms controlling plant growth. Pedmale has mentored numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, fostering a collaborative environment focused on advancing plant science. Lab activities emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, combining genetics, molecular biology, and computational tools. Current projects explore how plants integrate light and temperature signals to optimize resource allocation, with potential applications in crop improvement. The lab’s innovations, such as rapid protein expression in tobacco for pandemic response, demonstrate versatility in addressing global challenges.

Abied Alsulaimanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Translation Studies
• Translation Technology
• Legal Translation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Abied Alsulaiman is an Associate Professor at KU Leuven 's Faculty of Arts , specializing in Arabic Studies . He co-founded the Arabic Translators International (ATI) and co-edits its publication series. His teaching focuses on history of Arabic culture, legal translation, business translation, and interpreting. Research Interests : Translation studies, legal terminology (Arab states, Belgium, Netherlands), Arabic linguistics, Islamic studies, Judeo-Arabic literature, and Semitic languages. Projects : Functional equivalence in legal terminology, translation's role in Saudi students' historical awareness, OCR solutions for Arabic/Persian scripts, and diplomatic terms in Saudi Arabia. Publications : Recent works include co-edited handbooks on terminology, legal translation analysis of the US Constitution, and studies on Qur'anic lexicography and Islamic traditions.

Shan Luمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Systems
• Software Reliability
• Program Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shan Lu is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Chicago. He is affiliated with the UChicago Systems Group and holds a faculty position at the Crerar Library. His research focuses on software systems, reliability, and program analysis, with an emphasis on improving software correctness and efficiency through automated tools and methodologies. Lu earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 2008, under the guidance of Yuanyuan Zhou. His work spans multiple areas, including concurrency bug detection, performance optimization, and machine learning integration in software systems. His research interests include developing automated tools for detecting and fixing software bugs, optimizing database-backed web applications, and enhancing the reliability of distributed systems. Recent work highlights include innovations in large language model serving, retry bug detection, and hybrid data plane optimizations. Lu has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the SOSP Best Paper Award (2019), OSDI Best Paper Award (2022), and ACM Distinguished Member status. He actively contributes to program committees, including roles such as Vice Chair of the ACM Publications Board and Chair of ACM SIGOPS. His advising spans over 20 students, many of whom have secured notable positions at top institutions and companies like Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Lu’s research has also led to impactful tools like SkyWay, Yak, and DCatch, addressing critical challenges in software systems.

• Microbiome Research
• Hepatology
• Genetic Epidemiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xinlian Zhang is an Assistant Professor in Residence at the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health & Human Longevity Science at UC San Diego. Their research focuses on microbiome dynamics, liver diseases (including NAFLD and alcoholic hepatitis), and statistical modeling in biomedical contexts. Collaborations include work with institutions like Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute. Key research areas include the role of mycobiome and virome in liver pathology, host-microbiota interactions, and the application of advanced statistical methods to microbiome data. Zhang has contributed to studies linking microbiota composition to disease severity, drug responses, and psychological factors like loneliness. Publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, integrating virology, microbiology, and computational biology. Notable work includes analyzing fecal mycobiome in NAFLD patients and identifying virome signatures in alcoholic hepatitis. Co-authors include prominent researchers like B. Schnabl and R. Loomba. No specific awards or grants are listed, but their work has been cited widely (e.g., 87+ mentions for a 2020 Gastroenterology paper). Collaborations span institutions within the UC system and beyond, reflecting a network engaged in translational and computational biomedical research.

Laura Villa Torresمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Health Disparities
• Immigrant Health
• Qualitative Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Laura Villa Torres, PhD, MSPH is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina’s Gillings School of Global Public Health, specifically in the Department of Public Health Leadership and Practice. Her research focuses on health disparities among immigrant populations in the U.S., employing qualitative and community-based participatory methods. Key areas include transnational migration effects, healthcare access for mixed-status families, and HIV care continuum challenges among LGBTQ+ communities. Education: PhD in Health Behavior, UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health (2018) MSPH in Health Behavior, UNC Gillings (2014) BS in Sociology, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (2004) Research Interests: Immigrant health equity Transnational migration’s health impacts Community-based participatory research methodologies HIV care continuum for Latino populations Disability participation and rehabilitation systems Key Contributions: Co-founded the New Roots Latino Oral History initiative documenting migration narratives Developed culturally adapted health interventions for Latinx communities Published widely on undocumented immigrants’ mental health challenges and healthcare access barriers Awards & Honors: Mellon Dissertation Award (2016) CONACYT Postgraduate Scholarship (2011-2016) Lucy Morgan Award for Health Behavior Research (2012) Labs & Initiatives: Active member of Gillings Innovation Labs, contributing to digital health equity projects and transnational health research collaborations.

• Colonialism
• Slavery and its Contemporary Impact
• Citizenship and Migration Policies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Guno Jones is a Professor of the Anton de Kom Chair in the History of Colonialism and Slavery at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities). His interdisciplinary research focuses on colonialism's legacy, citizenship, migration, and heritage politics in Europe and former colonies. He leads the VU's 'Juridische Slavernijgeschiedenis' project and collaborates with the KITLV on the Dutch royal family's colonial role. Previously affiliated with Leiden University and the University of Amsterdam, he teaches at multiple institutions, including Anton de Kom University in Paramaribo. Education: No explicit details provided, but prior roles suggest advanced degrees in history or related fields. Research interests include post-colonial migration, WWII heritage, and 'mixedness' politics. His work bridges history, law, and social sciences, addressing contemporary social justice issues rooted in colonial pasts. Recent publications analyze colonial intimacy dynamics, citizenship regimes, and legal histories of slavery. He actively engages in public debates via media appearances and academic lectures. Grants & Projects: NWA-funded 'Pressing Matter' project (2022–2025), KITLV collaboration, and VU's legal slavery history initiative. Advises three PhD theses and co-teaches courses like 'Human Rights and Citizenship.' Leads interdisciplinary teams and participates in global workshops on decolonial themes. Associated with the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (Bestuurder role) and Critical Friend in the NWA project.

Shannon Matternمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media Studies
• Urban Media Infrastructures
• Archives and Libraries
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shannon Mattern is the Penn Presidential Compact Professor of Media Studies and the History of Art at the University of Pennsylvania. She holds a secondary appointment in History of Art and teaches in the Cinema & Media Studies program. Previously, she worked at The New School from 2004-2022, winning its Distinguished University Teaching Award. Her research explores media infrastructures, archives, and the intersection of data with art/design. She leads the Metropolitan New York Library Council board and collaborates on public design projects. Her work spans academic writing, public engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Key research areas include urban media systems, sensory media experiences, and the materiality of computational technologies. She critiques techno-centric urban planning and advocates for human-centered design approaches. Mattern’s publications blend theoretical analysis with practical case studies, such as her books on libraries, media cities, and urban media history. Her column in Places Journal examines urban data and infrastructures. Current projects investigate furniture design’s role in intellectual labor and the ecological roots of media technologies. Awards: The New School’s Distinguished University Teaching Award Professional Roles: Board President of the Metropolitan New York Library Council

Joseph Amsiliمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Soil Health
• Soil Carbon Dynamics
• Sustainable Soil Management
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joseph Amsili is a Senior Extension Associate and Program Director for the New York Soil Health Program at Cornell University's School of Integrative Plant Science, Department of Soil and Crop Sciences. His work focuses on advancing soil health through applied research, extension initiatives, and farmer engagement. Key roles include leading the Soil Health and Climate Resiliency Field Day series and the NY Soil Health Specialist Training Series. He developed the Production Environment Soil Health Benchmarks, adopted by NY State to align with the Soil Health and Climate Resiliency Act. His research emphasizes soil carbon dynamics, sustainable soil management, and cover crop impacts. Education: Ph.D. in Soil Science (Cornell University, 2024), M.S. in Soil Science with a Biogeochemistry minor (Penn State, 2018), B.S. in Earth Systems with a Soil Science minor (Cornell, 2013). Research interests include soil health assessment protocols, carbon sequestration, cover crop root traits, and agroecosystem resilience. He collaborates with institutions like Cornell AgriTech and the Lake Erie Research & Extension Lab, contributing to case studies like the Betts Farm cover cropping initiative. His work bridges academic research with practical applications to enhance agricultural sustainability and climate resilience.

John L Sniderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Crop Physiology
• Agronomy
• Water Use Efficiency
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John L Snider is a Professor at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences, Department of Crop & Soil Sciences. His research appointment (85%) focuses on cotton physiology with emphasis on stress responses, water use efficiency, and sustainable production systems. He leads the Cotton Physiology Lab at UGA's Tifton Campus, collaborating with agricultural stakeholders across Georgia. Research interests include: Characterizing physiological responses to yield-limiting stresses Developing water optimization strategies Improving cotton seedling vigor Enhancing sustainability in cotton production systems Dr. Snider advises graduate students and teaches undergraduate/graduate courses in crop science. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on precision agriculture technologies (UAVs, LiDAR), stress physiology, and genotype-environment interactions. Article keywords reveal emphasis on remote sensing applications, thermal stress adaptation, genetic improvement, and sustainable management practices. Laboratory: Cotton Physiology Lab (Tifton Campus)