جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jackie Jia Louمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sociolinguistics
• Linguistic Landscape
• Discourse Analysis
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jackie Jia Lou is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication at Birkbeck, University of London. Her research focuses on language and urban spaces, particularly through linguistic landscape studies, with a monograph and numerous publications on the topic. She holds a PhD in Linguistics from Georgetown University (2009) and has previously taught at Queen Mary University of London and City University of Hong Kong. Research Interests: Lou specializes in sociolinguistics, discourse/narrative analysis, social semiotics, and ethnography. Her work examines how language shapes transnational urban spaces like Chinatown, integrating geosemiotic analysis and mobile video ethnography. Recent projects include historical urban sociolinguistics in Treaty Port Shanghai (Leverhulme Fellowship) and pandemic signage equity. Academic Contributions: She co-edited a special issue on the Linguistic Landscape of Covid-19 and serves as Associate Editor for the journal Linguistic Landscape . Her teaching includes sociolinguistic modules and directing Birkbeck's BA programs in Linguistics and Culture. Awards: Leverhulme Research Fellowship (2022-2024) ISSF Translational Award (2021) BAAL Applying Linguistics Grant (2018) Birkbeck Research Innovation Fund (2018) Supervision: Lou has supervised PhD students Fengzhi Zhao (2022) and Maham El-Farhan (2021), focusing on cosmopolitan identity, activism signage, and urban sociolinguistics. She collaborates with artists like the Oblik Soundwork Collective in Hong Kong for interdisciplinary projects.

Maxime Gobertمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Database Systems
• Hybrid Polystores
• Database Schema Evolution
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Maxime Gobert is a researcher at the University of Namur's Faculty of Computer Science, specializing in database systems and software engineering. Having completed his PhD in March 2023 titled 'Design, Manipulation and Evolution of Hybrid Polystores,' Gobert has established himself as an expert in hybrid database systems, particularly focusing on the HyDRa framework for modeling and evolving polystores. His research interests span database systems, hybrid polystores, database schema evolution, software engineering, data-intensive systems, and static program analysis. Gobert's work bridges theoretical database concepts with practical applications, particularly in NoSQL databases like MongoDB and complex hybrid data storage environments. His publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory from his 2013 Master's thesis on database reverse engineering through to his recent work on database testing best practices and sign language processing applications. His research shows strong collaboration with colleagues at the University of Namur, particularly with Professor Cleve A., and extends to international collaborations as evidenced by his 2016 guest researcher position at the University of Geneva. Best New Idea and Emerging Results (NIER) Paper Award at the 20th IEEE Working Conference on Source Code Analysis and Manipulation (SCAM 2020) Jean Fichefet 2013 award Gobert has contributed significantly to the development of the HyDRa framework for hybrid polystore management and has extended his research into sign language processing through collaborative projects creating bilingual sign language dictionaries and parallel corpora. His work demonstrates both technical depth in database systems and a commitment to applying this expertise to accessibility-focused applications.

Stan Sclaroffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computer Vision
• Pattern Recognition
• Machine Learning
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Stan Sclaroff is a Professor of Computer Science and Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at Boston University. He holds affiliated faculty status in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His research focuses on computer vision, pattern recognition, and machine learning, with expertise in tracking, human motion analysis, and multimedia retrieval systems. He co-leads the Image and Video Computing research group and has contributed pioneering work like the ImageRover content-based image retrieval system. Education: PhD in Media Arts & Sciences from MIT (1995), SM from MIT (1991), and BS in Computer Science and English from Tufts University (1984). Research Interests: Human motion tracking, sign language analysis, deformable shape matching, and multimedia indexing. Notable contributions include early work on content-based image retrieval and foundational techniques in video analysis. Honors: IEEE & IAPR Fellowships, NSF CAREER Award (1996), ONR Young Investigator Award (1996), and BU's Mentor of the Year (2018). Over 40+ students advised, many now in academia and industry leadership roles. Key roles: Chair of BU Computer Science (2007–2013), Associate Dean for Mathematical & Computational Sciences (2015–2018), Interim Dean (2018–2019), and current Dean since 2019.

Grzegorz Chrupałaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Linguistics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cognitive Science
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Grzegorz Chrupała is an Associate Professor at the Department of Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence , Tilburg University, where he leads research in computational approaches to multimodal communication. Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at Saarland University's Spoken Language Systems group and earned his PhD from Dublin City University's School of Computing. His research bridges biological and artificial computation , focusing on enabling machines to learn language from multimodal data (speech, gestures, visual-auditory stimuli) as children do naturally. This involves developing and interpreting deep learning architectures, analyzing emergent representations, and advancing speech technology for under-resourced languages. Key themes include Visually grounded speech modeling Feature attribution and model interpretability Human-inspired learning paradigms BlackboxNLP workshop leadership His recent publications examine speech model reliability , lexical tone encoding , and contextual dependencies in NLP systems. He mentors a team of PhD candidates and alumni working on topics like user-centric interpretability, bioacoustics, and disentangled speech representations. He also serves on the board of the Dutch Open Speech Technology Foundation, chairs Interspeech 2025 tutorials, and contributes as an Action Editor for TACL.

• Human Cognition
• Language Comprehension
• Language Production
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Phillip Holcomb is a Professor of Psychology at San Diego State University (SDSU), affiliated with the College of Sciences and the Department of Psychology. He holds a PhD in Psychology from New Mexico State University (1984) and a BA in Psychology from SDSU (1977). His research focuses on human cognition, language comprehension and production, and electrophysiological measures, particularly using ERP techniques to study neural correlates of language processing in deaf and hearing populations. His academic journey includes extensive work on bilingualism, sign language neurobiology, and reading mechanisms. Holcomb has advised numerous graduate students, including Lauren Magliocco, Emily Akers, and ChuChu Li, supporting thesis research on topics like ERP studies of selective attention and deaf readers' cognitive processing. Research Interests: Holcomb’s work bridges cognitive neuroscience and linguistics, investigating neural underpinnings of language through ERP studies. Key areas include: Electrophysiological correlates of sign language processing Cross-modal lexical access in bilinguals Neural mechanisms of reading in deaf individuals Evolution of semantic/syntactic processing in real-time sentence comprehension Grants and Funding: Holcomb leads or co-leads multiple NIH and NSF grants totaling over $2.3M, including projects on: Neural dynamics of reading in deaf adults Cross-language interactions in adult bilinguals ERP/fMRI studies of visual word processing He collaborates with institutions like UC San Diego and the University of Mannheim, contributing to international research networks. His lab employs advanced neuroimaging techniques to explore language cognition’s neural basis, emphasizing translational insights for education and clinical populations.

• Sociolinguistics
• Anthropology
• Deaf Geographies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Annelies Kusters is a sociolinguist specializing in sign language ideologies, deaf mobilities, and communication practices at Heriot-Watt University (School of Social Sciences). She holds a PhD from the University of Bristol (2012) and previously worked at the Max Planck Institute. Her research integrates ethnography, film, and visual methods to explore multilingualism, transnational deaf spaces, and media representation. Key projects include the ERC-funded MobileDeaf initiative (2017–2023), focusing on deaf mobilities and translanguaging. Research interests span sign language ideologies, deaf media, transnationalism, and ethnographic methodologies. She leads SIGNS@HWU, fostering interdisciplinary research on sign languages and deaf communities. Awards include the European Research Council Starting Grant (2016) and the Francis Maginn Award (2023). Teaching focuses on Deaf Studies and sociolinguistics, with a commitment to mentoring deaf scholars. Notable grants include £1.5M ERC funding and collaborations with the British Sign Language Broadcasting Trust. Publications emphasize International Sign, deaf media representation, and family language policy. She advises on policy, interpreter training, and media production, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals. Leadership roles include Co-Director of Engagement (School of Social Sciences) and Programme Director for the MA British Sign Language (Interpreting, Translating, and Applied Language Studies).

• Artificial Intelligence
• Pattern Recognition
• Biometrics
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Venu Govindaraju is a SUNY Distinguished Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the University at Buffalo, where he also serves as Vice President for Research and Economic Development. He founded the Center for Unified Biometrics and Sensors (CUBS) in 2003 and leads the National AI Institute for Exceptional Education, funded by a $20M NSF grant. His research focuses on artificial intelligence, pattern recognition, biometrics, and handwriting analysis, with notable contributions to postal automation, cybersecurity, and early screening for dyslexia/dysgraphia in children. Govindaraju holds IEEE and ACM Fellowships, and was named Person of the Year by the Council of Heritage and Arts of India in 2024. He has advised 47 doctoral students and pioneered foundational AI technologies impacting global industries. Research interests include: AI-driven education tools, handwriting recognition systems, document analysis, and cross-domain biometric technologies. His work bridges AI with humanities through projects like the Marianne Moore Digital Archive. Recent initiatives focus on leveraging AI to address speech-language pathologies and enhance K-12 education accessibility. Leadership roles include co-chair of SUNY’s AI Task Group and advisor to the SUNY-IBM AI Research Alliance. He is a vocal advocate for responsible AI policy, advising lawmakers at White House events and contributing to legislative briefings. His innovations are highlighted in Empire AI, New York’s $400M computing consortium.

• Semiotics
• Digital Culture
• Continental Philosophy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Kristian Bankov holds a Doctor of Science (DSc) in Semiotics from New Bulgarian University (2023). He serves as Professor in the Southeast European Center for Semiotic Studies at NBU. Director of Southeast European Center for Semiotic Studies since 2007 General Secretary of International Association for Semiotic Studies (2014-2024) Vice-Rector for International Affairs and Public Relations at NBU (2011-2012) Chief Organizer of the annual Early Fall School of Semiotics since 2006 His research spans multiple dimensions of semiotics: Continental philosophy of language and Bergson's philosophy Sociosemiotics and identity studies Consumer society and digital culture Artificial intelligence and new media Semiotics of economic transactions Digital education and technological transformation Recent publications focus on digital culture, economic sign systems, and digital transformation with particular attention to: Digital semiosphere and platfospheres Monetary semiotics and digital currencies Social media analysis and consumer rituals Trust systems and digital experience economy Identity formation in post-truth environments Audiovisual translation in digital culture

Jayne Woodsideمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nutrition
• Dietary Intervention Studies
• Innovative Dietary Assessment
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Jayne Woodside is a faculty member at the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences (Queen's University Belfast), focusing on nutrition research. Her work at the Centre for Public Health and Institute for Global Food Security examines diet-lifestyle-disease interactions, particularly cardiovascular and cognitive health. Research Pillars : Dietary intervention studies, biomarker validation, behavior change strategies, sustainable diets Teaching : Micronutrients in Health and Disease, Sign Language, and Health Issues for Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals Research Focus : Using biomarkers to assess dietary intake, conducting clinical trials on whole-food approaches, and developing interventions for long-term dietary change. Current projects span Cardiovascular Health , Cognitive Aging , Food Policy , and Sustainable Diets . Article Trends : Recent work emphasizes plant-based diets , dietary biomarkers , epigenetic pathways in kidney disease , and workplace nutrition interventions . Her team investigates intersections between food sustainability , public health , and behavioral science . Awards : Dental Health Foundation Award (2021) Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (2016) IADR Irish Division Hatton Award (2019) Organisational Achievement Award (2010) PhD Supervision : Active in mentoring research on cardiovascular nutrition , cognitive aging , and international dietary patterns . Current projects in Jordan and the UK examine micronutrient bioavailability and behavioral interventions .

• Natural Language Processing
• Text Normalization
• Named Entity Recognition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dilara Torunoğlu Selamet serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Engineering within the Faculty of Computer and Informatics at Istanbul Technical University. Holding a PhD, she specializes in Natural Language Processing for Turkish, with research emphases on social media text normalization, named entity recognition, and sentiment analysis. Her academic credentials feature: PhD in Computer Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (awarded circa 2013) Master of Science in Computer and Information Sciences (Non-thesis), Doğuş University (2009-2013) Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Doğuş University (2004-2009) Dilara's scholarship tackles the complexities of Turkish NLP, a language with rich morphology. She has made notable contributions to text normalization for social media platforms, named entity recognition in authentic datasets, and semantic smoothing techniques for sentiment classification. Her work often bridges theoretical NLP with practical applications, as seen in resource-building projects like the ITU Web Treebank and Turkish sign language corpora. Her publication record (2011-2021) demonstrates methodical growth: initial work on text classification (2011) evolved into named entity recognition (2013) and social media normalization (2014, 2017), then expanded to data augmentation (2020-2021) and sign language processing (2020). This trajectory reflects her commitment to advancing Turkish NLP through both foundational research and innovative resource development. While no specific awards are documented, her research impact is evidenced by an h-index of 4 and over 127 citations in Scopus. Available information does not indicate any students supervised or research grants obtained. She is affiliated with Istanbul Technical University's Department of Computer Engineering, but no laboratory or research team memberships are specified in public profiles.

Steve Nicolleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African languages
• Bible translation
• language change
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Dr. Steve Nicolle is a Professor specializing in Linguistics with extensive field experience in African language development and Bible translation. He teaches advanced courses including Discourse Analysis, Semantics & Pragmatics, and Historical & Comparative Linguistics, drawing on decades of practical translation work across East Africa. 1993–1996: D.Phil. in Linguistics, University of York, UK 1992–1993: Postgraduate Certificate in Education (UK teaching qualification) in English as a Second/Foreign Language, University College of North Wales, Bangor, UK 1988–1992: B.A. in Linguistics with Philosophy, University of York, UK Nicolle's research centers on African languages (particularly Bantu languages like Digo), Bible translation methodologies, language change processes, and text-level linguistic analysis. His work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical translation challenges, emphasizing how cultural context shapes discourse structures and semantic interpretation in low-resource languages. He has direct involvement with over 60 languages including Deaf Sign Languages through his consultancy work. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on eastern Bantu narrative structures (2012-2017), with recurring themes of grammaticalization, demonstrative functions, and discourse analysis applied to translation. His work uniquely combines Bible translation training materials with academic research on language change, demonstrating how theoretical linguistics directly informs practical language development projects in African communities.

Alexandre Castro Caldasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neurology
• Neuropsychology
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Alexandre Castro Caldas is a Full Professor of Neurology at the Faculty of Medicine of Lisbon and currently serves as the Coordinator of the National Council for the Health Sciences at Universidade Catolica Portuguesa (UCP). He is affiliated with the Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Health (CIIS), where he actively contributes to neuroscience and health research. He previously directed the Neurology Service at Hospital de Santa Maria and the Institute of Health Sciences, where he played a key role in establishing the Integrated Master in Medicine program. MD, University of Lisbon PhD, University of Lisbon His research focuses on Cognitive Neuroscience, particularly the modulatory effects of environmental stimulation on the human brain, aphasia, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, and neuroethics. He has led and contributed to numerous interdisciplinary projects, including studies on socio-economic impacts on child development and tele-rehabilitation during the pandemic. His work integrates neuroimaging, clinical neurology, and systematic reviews to advance understanding of brain function and rehabilitation. The most recent articles reflect a strong trend in neurorehabilitation, cognitive training, functional connectivity, and neuroethical implications of neuroscience and technology. His publications span high-impact journals in neurology, psychology, and interdisciplinary health sciences, emphasizing translational research and policy-relevant findings. Distinguished Career Award, International Neuropsychological Society (2009) Great Price of Medicine, Bial Foundation 1st Prize Pfizer for Young Researcher (1974, 1976, 1998) 1st Prize Sandoz (1992) Dr. Caldas has supervised numerous research projects and doctoral theses, served on examination juries, and contributed to editorial boards of international journals. He has been involved in major research grants from the Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia and Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian. His leadership extends to advising national health education policy and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across institutions. He is a key figure in the CIIS research network and has contributed to projects such as CADOS/CIIS on child development and AQUI_LGP on sign language acquisition. His work continues to influence both clinical practice and academic research in neuroscience and health sciences in Portugal and internationally.

Courtney Handmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Linguistic anthropology
• Translation studies
• Religion and media
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Courtney Handman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in linguistic anthropology and Melanesian studies. With a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, she explores intersections between language, religion, and infrastructures. Research Trajectory : From analyzing Protestant Christian translation projects in Papua New Guinea to examining decolonization-era circulation infrastructures, her work now investigates AI's role in redefining human-nonhuman communication. Teaching : Offers courses like Humans and AI , Culture and Communication , and Language and Posthumanism , exploring themes from invented languages to non-human communication systems. Her recent publications address algorithmic translation, colonial infrastructures, and cross-species communication frameworks. Connect through email for office hours or course inquiries.

Roman Krivkoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Old Church Slavonic
• Byzantine Hymnography
• Slavic Epigraphy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Roman Krivko is an Associate Professor at the Department of Slavonic Studies , University of Vienna. His research focuses on Old Church Slavonic , Byzantine hymnography , and historical linguistics of Slavic languages. Specializes in medieval Slavic epigraphy and liturgical text analysis Key contributor to studies on Christian traditions in Slavic contexts Active editor and researcher in international Slavic studies Research Themes include: Quantitative analysis of loanwords in Slavic Gospels Textological studies of service menaia and kontakia Historical development of Old Bulgarian language Linguistic networks in Central/Eastern Europe Scientific Contributions span Editorial work on Slověne journal Notable publications on the Temnić inscription and Samuil's epigraph Collaborations with institutions like Vinogradov Russian Language Institute

• Pose Estimation
• Scene Understanding
• Unsupervised Learning
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alex Jon Dillhoff is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington. He holds a PhD (2020) and BS (2014) in Computer Science from UTA. His research focuses on Pose Estimation, Scene Understanding, and Unsupervised Learning, with applications in medical imaging and embodied cognition assessment. He teaches advanced courses in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, and High Performance Computing. He has served on multiple department committees including K-12 Outreach, Publicity, and Broadening Participation in Computing initiatives. His presentations include talks on Body Pose Estimation at HackUTA (2023) and Deep Learning Models at UTA Datathon (2023). Education: PhD & BS in Computer Science (UT Arlington) Key Roles: Dissertation Committee Member for 5 graduate students Service: Committee Member for Outreach, Diversity, and Curriculum Committees His work combines theoretical computer science with practical applications in health technologies and education outreach.