جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jean-Michel Aneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Plant-Microbe Symbiotic Interactions
• Nitrogen Fixation
• Agricultural Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jean-Michel Ane is the Kellet Professor of Bacteriology & Agronomy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research focuses on plant-microbe symbiotic interactions, particularly nitrogen fixation in legumes and cereals. He leads the Plant-Microbe Symbiosis Lab and holds affiliations with the Microbiology Doctoral Training Program and Plant Breeding programs. Education B.S. Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of Lyon (1995) M.S. Plant Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Toulouse (1997) Ph.D. Plant Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Toulouse (2002) Research Interests Dr. Ane's work bridges fundamental biology and agricultural applications. His lab studies molecular mechanisms of symbiosis in Medicago truncatula and crops like soybean and sorghum. Key areas include: Engineering nitrogen-fixing microbes for cereal crops Signal transduction in symbiotic signaling pathways Ecological roles of plant-microbe interactions Recent Article Trends His 2023-2025 publications emphasize synthetic biology approaches for nitrogen fixation, symbiotic signaling pathways, and applications in sustainable agriculture. Major themes include engineering diazotrophs, analyzing single-cell transcriptomes, and optimizing symbiotic systems for crops. Awards 2015 Vilas Mid-Career Investigator Award 2014 Rothermel Bascom Professorship 1998 French National Education Agrégation Grants & Advising Dr. Ane has secured major grants supporting symbiosis research. He mentors 2 graduate students and oversees a lab of postdocs/researchers including Burcu Alptekin, Rubens Diogo, and Junko Maeda. His work spans collaborative projects with institutions worldwide. Labs/Teams His lab operates in the Microbial Sciences Building, focusing on cutting-edge techniques like mass spectrometry imaging and synthetic biology to advance symbiotic research.

Alexandre Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Comparative Historical Sociology
• Medical Sociology
• Post-Colonial Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alexandre White is an Assistant Professor in the Department of the History of Medicine within the School of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University. He is also an Associate Director of the Center for Medical Humanities and Social Medicine. His research spans comparative historical sociology, medical sociology, post-colonial theory, and global health equity. White holds a B.A. in Black Studies from Amherst College, an MSc in Sociology from the London School of Economics, and a Ph.D. in Sociology from Boston University. His work critically examines the intersections of race, colonialism, and public health, particularly through historical and sociological lenses. Notable themes include the governance of infectious diseases, structural racism in healthcare systems, and the colonial legacies embedded in medical knowledge. Recent scholarship highlights pandemic responses, the biopolitics of disease governance, and the sociopolitical dimensions of health inequities. His articles often bridge historical analysis with contemporary global health challenges, emphasizing equity-centered approaches. As a thought leader in medical humanities and global health ethics, White collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address systemic inequities rooted in historical and colonial contexts. His academic contributions are anchored in fostering critical dialogue about race, power, and health justice.

• Civil Engineering
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Materials Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ilija Vego is a Research Fellow at The University of Sydney's School of Civil Engineering. He holds a PhD from Université Grenoble Alpes (2023), specializing in hygroscopic particle assembly through multi-modal imaging techniques. His research focuses on microstructural analysis of materials using X-ray tomography, neutron tomography, and MRI, with applications in geotechnics, mining, biology, and industrial sectors like food and pharmaceuticals. Education: Bachelor's/Master's in Civil Engineering (University of Padova, Italy) PhD in Hygroscopic Particle Assembly (Université Grenoble Alpes, France) Collaborative research at Georgia Institute of Technology (USA) and Université Grenoble Alpes Research Interests: Imaging techniques for material characterization Multi-phase systems mechanics Swelling and degradation of hygroscopic materials Bio-inspired engineering solutions His work bridges civil engineering and materials science, with tools like the open-source SPAM software for practical material analysis. Current projects explore granular media behavior under humidity and root-inspired anchorage mechanics.

Igor Spigelmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Alcohol Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Igor Spigelman is a Professor in the Dentistry Department at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), with a robust research program spanning neuroscience, alcohol effects on the brain, pain mechanisms, and cannabinoid pharmacology. His work bridges dental and medical neuroscience, focusing on the neural mechanisms underlying pain, addiction, and stress responses. Spigelman's research interests primarily center on neurophysiological mechanisms of pain and addiction. His laboratory investigates GABAergic neurotransmission, trigeminal system function, and the molecular basis of alcohol dependence. He has made significant contributions to understanding how chronic alcohol exposure alters neuronal function in brain regions involved in stress response and reward processing. His work on peripheral cannabinoid receptors has implications for developing novel pain therapeutics without central side effects. Recent research has expanded into AI applications for neurodegenerative disease biomarker discovery, particularly for ALS. Analysis of his publication record reveals consistent research themes across three decades: the neurobiology of alcohol dependence, trigeminal pain pathways, and GABA receptor plasticity. His most cited work focuses on ethanol-induced changes in GABA receptor function and the role of peripheral cannabinoid receptors in pain management. The research demonstrates strong translational potential, with several publications exploring therapeutic approaches for alcohol use disorders and chronic pain conditions. Spigelman's laboratory has maintained active collaborations across multiple institutions, with frequent co-authorship with researchers from UCLA's neuroscience, psychology, and medical departments. His work shows consistent funding support as evidenced by the sustained publication record and involvement in NIH T32 training grants mentioned in the departmental information.

Brooke Blevinsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Studies Education
• Civic Education
• Action Civics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brooke Blevins is the Dean and Professor in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences at the University of Idaho. She holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Austin, alongside degrees from Trinity University. Her research focuses on empowering youth through civic education, action civics, and humanizing pedagogy. Dr. Blevins co-directs the iEngage Summer Civics Institute, an innovative program using digital technologies to enhance civic engagement. She has secured over $285,000 in grants and received prestigious awards like the Sandra Day O’Connor Award (2022) and the Texas NAME Outstanding Researcher Award (2022). Her academic background includes teaching high school in Texas before transitioning to higher education. She teaches courses in secondary education, social studies, and multicultural education. Dr. Blevins has chaired over 30 doctoral dissertations and published extensively with students. She holds editorial roles in journals like Theory and Research in Social Education and leadership positions in professional associations such as the National Council for the Social Studies and AERA. Research interests include critical historical inquiry, teacher preparation, and equity in education. Her work emphasizes bridging theory and practice, particularly in fostering civic competence and advocacy among students. The iEngage program, rooted in action civics, demonstrates her commitment to community-centered education and civic agency development.

Paul Corazzaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Set Theory
• Mathematical Logic
• Large Cardinals
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Paul Corazza is a Professor of Computer Science and Mathematics at Maharishi University of Management (MUM). He holds a BA from Maharishi International University, an MS and PhD from Auburn University. His research explores the intersection of foundational mathematics (set theory, large cardinals, lambda calculus) with Maharishi Vedic Science principles, particularly the dynamics of wholeness and self-referral systems. Dr. Corazza's work includes pioneering the Wholeness Axiom, which addresses large cardinal foundations through self-referential embeddings. He also contributes to software engineering, designing rules engines for industries like insurance and localization frameworks for tech companies. Education: BA: Maharishi International University MS/PhD: Auburn University Research interests span set theory's infinitary structures, algorithmic foundations rooted in self-referral principles, and applications of Vedic Science to computational models. His work bridges abstract mathematics and practical software systems, emphasizing holistic computational frameworks inspired by universal dynamics. Dr. Corazza has over 15 years of industry experience, including roles at Google and e-Trade, focusing on large-scale software engineering and rules engines. He has authored over 15 papers in mathematical logic and a textbook on logic and computability. Key Contributions: Wholeness Axiom for large cardinal foundations Fixed-point principles in lambda calculus Design of enterprise rules engines using Jess language

• Community Liberation Schools
• Settler-Colonialism
• U.S. Prison Regime
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dejay Hodge, Ph.D., is a Lecturer in the Department of Critical Race & Ethnic Studies at Gonzaga University. With 7 years of experience as an educator at K-8 and undergraduate levels, their research focuses on community liberation schools across the African and Indigenous Diaspora. Their work addresses settler-colonialism, the U.S. prison regime, family policing systems, and pedagogical approaches rooted in liberation. Office hours for Spring 2025 are Monday-Thursday 1:00-2:00pm. Key research themes include challenging compulsory education frameworks and centering the Black Radical Tradition. Courses taught include CRES 101: Introduction to Race & Ethnic Studies and CRES 201: Race & Popular Culture. No academic awards or publications are listed in the provided materials. Hodge emphasizes collaboration with grassroots organizations to drive neighborhood transformation under oppressive systems.

Jayita Sarkarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global History
• Transnational History
• Nuclear History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jayita Sarkar is a Professor of Global History of Inequalities at the University of Glasgow's School of Social and Political Sciences. Her research focuses on global and transnational histories of capitalism, nuclear technologies, and decolonization. She holds a PhD from the Graduate Institute Geneva and a Master’s from the University of Paris IV-Sorbonne. Her major works include the award-winning Ploughshares and Swords: India’s Nuclear Program in the Global Cold War (Cornell, 2022) and the upcoming book Atomic Capitalism: A Global History (Princeton, 2024). She has held fellowships at Harvard, MIT, and the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Research Highlights: Explores nuclear diplomacy’s intersection with capitalism and decolonization Analyzes Cold War-era nuclear policies in South Asia and Europe Examines Rohingya crisis roots in WWII and partition legacies Awards & Recognition: 2024 Bernard S. Cohn Book Prize (Association for Asian Studies) Elected Fellow, Royal Historical Society Recipient of multiple international grants totaling over £200k Teaching: Graduate courses: Nuclear Technologies in History, Global South Asia Undergraduate modules on global inequalities and decolonization Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary policy, addressing nuclear security, migration, and global economic systems.

Firoozeh Kashani-Sabetمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Iranian History
• Nationalism Studies
• Gender Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Firoozeh Kashani-Sabet is the Walter H. Annenberg Professor of History at the University of Pennsylvania, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences. Her research focuses on Iranian nationalism, transnational relations, gender studies, and decolonization. She explores how historical narratives shape modern political identities, with a particular emphasis on Iran's interactions with global systems of power. Key research themes include the intersection of gender and political movements, the role of race and ethnicity in state formation, and the historical roots of U.S.-Iran tensions. Her work spans from the Qajar era (18th-20th centuries) to contemporary issues like the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom protests. Recent publications analyze Iran's oil nationalization, global decolonization movements, and the legacy of Allied occupation during WWII. Her scholarship bridges cultural, political, and social history, often employing archival materials and transnational frameworks. Notable works include Frontier Fictions: Shaping the Iranian Nation (1999) and Heroes to Hostages: America and Iran, 1800-1988 (2023). She critiques Western-centric narratives, emphasizing Iran's agency in global histories.

• Agricultural Technology
• Seed Systems
• Development Sociology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. CJM (Conny) Almekinders is an External Employee and University Lecturer at Wageningen University & Research, affiliated with the Department of Knowledge Technology and Innovation. His research focuses on agricultural technology development, particularly the interplay between technical and social change in rural communities. He specializes in plant genetic resources, farmer-based seed systems, participatory breeding, and political agronomy. Almekinders has supervised over 20 PhD students and remains active in mentoring junior researchers and practitioners in CGIAR-related seed system projects. He co-leads the CGIAR Seed Equality initiative and serves as a Senior Editor for the Food Security journal since 2018. His expertise spans agriculture, seed production, and development sociology, with recent publications addressing seed system design, farmer variety preferences in Kenya, and methodological approaches to studying seed demand. He contributes to interdisciplinary research promoting inclusive innovation and sustainable agricultural practices. Almekinders previously held teaching responsibilities but now focuses on research collaboration and advisory roles. His work emphasizes bridging plant sciences with social sciences to address global agricultural challenges.

• Public Policy
• Political Economy
• Organizational Behavior
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Alfonso Carballo is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Department of Men and Organizations at NEOMA Business School. He holds a PhD from Università Bocconi (Italy), a Master's in Economic Policy Management from Columbia University (USA), and a Bachelor's in Economics from ITAM (Mexico). His research focuses on how individuals and organizations navigate change and transition, particularly examining the role of institutions in shaping social, political, and economic outcomes. His work integrates demographic dynamics, institutional frameworks, and cultural factors to analyze inequality, gender disparities, and polarization, with implications for corporate strategy and public policy. His research employs advanced quantitative methods and has been published in top journals such as Nature Human Behaviour , Journal of International Business Studies , and Global Strategy Journal . Recent studies explore populism's impact on business investment, the historical roots of economic divergence in Europe, and fertility trends during global crises like the pandemic. Carballo has presented at major conferences including the Academy of Management, EGOS Colloquium, and the World Economic History Congress. Prior to academia, he served as CEO of Mexico's Regulatory Reform Program (ranked Deputy Minister) and as a consultant to governments, firms, and international organizations. His scholarly contributions also include books on regulatory reform in Latin America and Mexico's fiscal sustainability.

• Forest Pathology
• Host-Parasite Interactions
• Tree Genomics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jared M. LeBoldus is an Associate Professor of Forest Pathology at Oregon State University with a joint appointment between the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology in the College of Agriculture and the Forest Engineering, Resources and Management Department in the College of Forestry. His research laboratory focuses on understanding host-pathogen interactions in forest ecosystems, particularly the genomic basis of these relationships and their implications for landscape-level biotic disturbances. Dr. LeBoldus specializes in the Populus-Sphaerulina pathosystem, employing computational and molecular tools to investigate host-parasite interactions at the genomic level. His research interests include forest pathology, host-parasite genomics in natural ecosystems, impacts of biotic disturbances on forest structure and function, molecular mechanisms of plant innate immunity, and tree and pathogen genomics. His work has significant implications for forest health management and conservation in the face of emerging pathogens. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on molecular approaches to understanding forest diseases, with particular focus on Phytophthora species (including the sudden oak death pathogen) and Sphaerulina musiva affecting poplar trees. His research spans from fundamental molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis to applied forest management solutions, including diagnostic development, resistance breeding, and disease monitoring approaches. OSU Extension Association Search for Excellence Award (2019) Graduate Student Teaching Award for PLSC 385 (2010) Dr. LeBoldus began his appointment at OSU in fall 2015 after completing his Ph.D. in Forest Biology and Management at the University of Alberta, Canada. His undergraduate degree is in Forest Science from the University of British Columbia. He maintains active collaborations with researchers across multiple institutions and agencies, contributing significantly to our understanding of forest pathogens and their management.

Crisanto Gutierrezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cell Cycle
• DNA Replication
• Chromatin
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Crisanto Gutierrez is a distinguished Professor at the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and Head of the Genome Dynamics and Function Program at the Center for Molecular Biology Severo Ochoa in Madrid, Spain. With over three decades of academic service since 1982, he has held progressive academic ranks from Assistant Professor to his current full Professor position since 2002, establishing himself as an internationally recognized leader in plant molecular biology. His pioneering research focuses on the interplay between chromatin dynamics, DNA replication, and cell proliferation in plants, utilizing multidisciplinary approaches across cellular, molecular, genetic, and genomic domains. Gutierrez achieved seminal breakthroughs including the discovery of the retinoblastoma (Rb) tumor suppressor protein in plants and deciphering geminivirus DNA replication mechanisms coupled to the cell cycle. His work primarily employs Arabidopsis thaliana as a model system to investigate fundamental biological processes, with particular expertise in endoreplication, epigenetics, chromatin organization, and root development. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory exploring chromatin organization's role in genome function, with increasing emphasis on epigenetic regulation of DNA replication origins and their developmental implications. His research bridges fundamental cell cycle mechanisms with plant-specific adaptations, demonstrating how chromatin landscapes dictate replication timing and transcriptional activity across different tissue types. Honors and awards include: EMBO Council Member (2020) ERC Advanced Grant PLANTGROWTH (2019-2024) Research Prize from Fundacion Carmen y Severo Ochoa (2008) Membership in the Royal Academy of Medicine and Surgery of Cadiz (2009) EMBO Membership (1998) Gutierrez maintains an active research program with continuous competitive funding since 1993, including his current European Research Council Advanced Grant. He has trained over 60 PhD and postdoctoral researchers, nine of whom now lead independent laboratories worldwide. His editorial leadership includes positions at EMBO Journal , EMBO Reports , and Plant Journal , while his advisory roles extend to research institutes in France, Spain, and Argentina. He serves on prestigious evaluation panels including LABEX (France) and the ERC Consolidator Grant Life Sciences panel.

• Accounting for Sustainability
• Accountability and Stewardship
• Institutional Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Massimo Contrafatto is a Professor and Reader in Accounting at the University of Sussex Business School, where he also serves as PhD Convenor for Accounting and Finance. He previously held roles as Associate Professor at the University of Bergamo and Visiting Professorships at Glasgow and Dundee Universities. He is the Director of CSEAR Italy and a member of CSEAR’s Executive Council. Contrafatto holds a PhD in Business Administration from the University of Milan-Bicocca, with a specialization in Accounting for Sustainability. His research focuses on sustainability accounting, institutional theory, crisis management, and risk governance, employing qualitative methodologies in diverse organizations. He has authored/co-authored over 25 publications in top journals like Accounting, Organization and Society and Management Accounting Research , and co-edited books on crisis accounting and sustainability. He currently leads interdisciplinary projects on sustainable transformation and pandemic governance, involving institutions across Europe. Contrafatto’s editorial roles include Associate Editor of Sustainability, Management and Policy Journal and membership on editorial boards for Accounting, Auditing and Accountability Journal and others. His professional activities include organizing conferences and serving on academic councils. Key research areas include the role of accounting in crises, sustainable development goals, and the interplay between identities and decision-making. He has been awarded the National Academic Qualification for Full Professorship (Italy, 2018) and holds certifications in higher education pedagogy.

Steven Stillmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Labor Economics
• Public Policy Analysis
• Health Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Steven Stillman is a Professor of Economics at the Faculty of Economics and Management, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Washington (2000) and previously served as a Professor at the University of Otago, New Zealand. His research focuses on empirical labor economics, public policy, and migration, examining how government policies influence individual and household behavior. Key areas include migration's impact on families, voting behavior, minimum wage effects, and healthcare policy. He teaches Advanced Quantitative Methods, Labor Economics, and Public Economics at the undergraduate and graduate levels. His work often employs quasi-experimental methods, with notable contributions on migration lotteries and policy evaluation. Research interests span labor markets, health economics, political decision-making, and development economics. Recent studies analyze refugee integration dynamics, populism drivers, and the obesity epidemic's economic roots. His articles emphasize policy relevance, using rigorous methodologies to assess real-world impacts. Though no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his extensive publication record and methodological contributions highlight academic impact. He advises students but no specific advisee list is provided. His work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, addressing complex issues like pandemic policy responses and socioeconomic inequality.