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Kenneth Krizمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Subnational Debt Policy and Administration
• Public Pension Fund Management
• Government Financial Risk Management
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kenneth Kriz is an esteemed academic and administrator, currently serving as Interim Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration and Professor of Public Administration at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS). He previously held the title of Regents Distinguished Professor of Public Finance at Wichita State University and directed the Kansas Public Finance Center. His academic career also includes roles at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the University of Tartu (Estonia), the University of Oklahoma, and the University of Minnesota. Dr. Kriz specializes in subnational debt policy, public pension management, government financial risk, and economic forecasting. He earned his doctorate from Indiana University, a master’s from the University of Colorado at Denver, and a bachelor’s from the University of Iowa. His research has been recognized with the 2024 Jesse Burkhead Award for his article on capital appreciation bonds, co-authored with Temirlan Moldogaziev. His work frequently addresses fiscal sustainability, municipal debt instruments, and policy responses to economic crises such as the pandemic. He has directed the Institute for Illinois Public Finance since joining UIS in 2018, contributing to state-level fiscal analysis and public finance strategies. Key areas of focus include tax policy, infrastructure financing, and behavioral insights in public budgeting. Education: Ph.D. in Public Finance (Indiana University), MPA (University of Colorado Denver), BBA (University of Iowa) Awards: 2024 Jesse Burkhead Award, Regents Distinguished Professor Title (Wichita State) Professional Experience: Leadership roles at UIS, Wichita State, and international institutions

Nancy Jacobsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Environmental History
• Colonial African History
• Southern African History
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Nancy Jacobs is a Professor of History at Brown University, affiliated with the Department of History in the School of Humanities. Her research spans environmental history, colonial and contemporary African history, the history of science, and animal studies, with a particular focus on human-animal relations and knowledge production in southern Africa. Her research interests center on the intersections of power, race, class, and gender in colonial and postcolonial Africa, with a unique emphasis on the more-than-human world. She employs microhistory and biography to explore how scientific knowledge, particularly in ornithology, was shaped by colonial dynamics and local African expertise. Her work challenges traditional boundaries between nature and culture, emphasizing interspecies relationships and the role of animals in historical processes. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent trajectory in African environmental and scientific history, with increasing focus on animal agency, communication, and the Anthropocene from subaltern perspectives. Her work integrates Actor-Network Theory and transnational approaches, particularly evident in her studies of birders, parrots, and ecological networks across Africa and the diaspora. Hutchins Family Fellow, Harvard University (2023) Affiliated Scholar, Max Planck Institute for the History of Science (2022) Richard B. Salomon Faculty Research Award, Brown University (2022-23) Carson Fellow, Rachel Carson Center (2018) National Humanities Center Fellow (declined, 2022) American Society for Environmental History Alice Hamilton Prize (2002) Fulbright-Hays Fellowship (1990-91) Dr. Jacobs has been an active mentor, receiving the Mellon Mays Outstanding Mentors Award in 2004, and has secured significant research funding from institutions such as the American Council for Learned Societies, the Rockefeller Foundation, and Brown University. She has taught a wide range of courses at Brown, including African Environmental History, Southern African Entanglements, and Animal Histories. Her current research project, 'The African Grey Parrot: A Global History,' continues her innovative exploration of interspecies relations across evolutionary, colonial, and contemporary contexts. She is involved in collaborative research, notably with Jennifer Johnson of Brown University on a sourcebook for African history. Her lab and intellectual community include the Animal Studies Working Group at the Pembroke Center, which she led as a Seed Grant PI in 2016.

• Water Resources Management
• Water Footprint
• Water Scarcity
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Oleksandr Mialyk is a dedicated researcher in the field of multidisciplinary water management, contributing significantly to global assessments of water footprints, water scarcity, and agricultural sustainability. His work bridges environmental science, climate change, and food systems, with a strong alignment to UN Sustainable Development Goals. Master, Instituto Superior Técnico (2019) Master, Technische Universität Dresden (2019) Master, Groundwater and Global Change, UNESCO-IHE Institute for Water Education (2017) His research interests center on water resources management, climate change impacts, and the water-energy-food nexus. He specializes in life cycle assessment, crop modeling, and the development of global datasets to evaluate freshwater use and agricultural sustainability. His work often integrates large-scale data with modeling frameworks to assess environmental impacts across regions and time periods. The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on quantifying water footprints of global crop production, analyzing green water scarcity, and comparing agricultural systems. His research leverages gridded crop models and open datasets to provide high-resolution insights into water use, nutrient production, and climate resilience in agriculture. The integration of software tools like the ACEA model underscores his contribution to open science and reproducible research. While no formal scientific awards are listed, his work has been recognized through media coverage and presentations at academic forums. His research has been featured in outlets discussing climate change impacts on crop production and the importance of water footprint transparency. Mialyk actively collaborates with researchers across institutions and countries, contributing to interdisciplinary projects and co-authoring high-impact publications. He has also developed and shared critical datasets and software, enhancing the research community's capacity to study agricultural water use. His work supports future research in sustainable agriculture, climate adaptation, and resource governance. He is associated with research activities including oral presentations and public engagement, demonstrating a commitment to both academic discourse and societal impact. His datasets are hosted by 4TU.Centre for Research Data and Zenodo, ensuring accessibility and long-term preservation.

• Supply Chain Management
• Digital Supply Chains
• Sustainable Logistics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Aseem Kinra is a Professor at the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, Heriot-Watt University, United Kingdom. He is actively involved in research and supervision, currently accepting PhD students for projects focused on digital transformation and sustainability in global supply chains. His research interests lie at the intersection of digital technologies and sustainable operations, particularly in supply chain management. He investigates how digital objects, blockchain, and data-driven technologies can enable transformative change toward net-zero and regenerative supply systems. His work emphasizes decision-making, resilience, transparency, and stakeholder engagement in complex logistics environments. The recent trends in his publications reflect a strong focus on digital supply chains, sustainability transitions, and technological innovation. His research spans topics such as blockchain for trust in food supply chains, digital twins for maritime logistics, bibliometric analysis of data-driven technologies, and sustainability in humanitarian and circular supply chains. These works collectively demonstrate a commitment to leveraging digital transformation for environmental and social impact. While no specific scientific awards are mentioned, his extensive publication record in high-impact journals and conference proceedings indicates significant scholarly contribution. He has supervised or collaborated on numerous research projects, as evidenced by his co-authored works and editorial roles, including serving as a co-editor for conference proceedings. His research is aligned with multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to sustainable industries, responsible consumption, climate action, and innovation. Aseem Kinra is engaged in collaborative research across international boundaries, with recent work involving partners in Europe and beyond. His projects often involve qualitative and quantitative analysis of organizational practices, policy frameworks, and technological adoption, aiming to generate actionable insights for both industry and policymakers.

Mohamed Atiaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sensor Fusion
• Autonomous Systems
• Embedded Systems
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Mohamed Atia is an Associate Professor in the Department of Systems and Computer Engineering at Carleton University's Faculty of Engineering and Design. He conducts research in sensor fusion for autonomous systems, including robotics, autonomous vehicles, and the Internet of Things, with an emphasis on real-time embedded implementation. PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Queen’s University (2013) M.Sc., Computer Systems, Ain Shams University (2006) B.S., Computer Systems, Ain Shams University (2000) His research focuses on sensor fusion , integrating data from heterogeneous sensors such as GNSS, IMU, Vision, Radar, and LiDAR under real-time constraints on embedded platforms like FPGAs and microcontrollers. He applies advanced signal processing, estimation theory, machine learning, and AI to solve challenges in state estimation, observability, fault tolerance, and concurrency management. Dr. Atia’s work has applications in intelligent vehicles, indoor navigation, mobile robotics, smart buildings, medical devices, and remote sensing . He leads a research lab focused on embedded multi-sensor systems, where students develop practical solutions for autonomous navigation and SLAM. His teaching emphasizes hands-on learning through labs and projects. He teaches undergraduate courses in computer systems, embedded systems, and signal processing, and a graduate course (SYSC 5807) on Advanced Topics in Computer Systems, specifically Sensor Fusion Systems . Scientific Awards: Alberta Innovate Association Award (2011) IEEE Excellence in PhD Research (2013) Mitacs Elevate Industrial Postdoc Award (2014) NSERC PDF Award (2015) Queen’s University Teaching Award (2016) Dr. Atia has advised graduate students such as Hamza Sadruddin and Alan Zhang , who have presented at IEEE Sensors and ION GNSS+ conferences, with Zhang winning Best Presentation. He has no listed grants in the provided text but has received prestigious fellowships. His research lab supports innovation in real-time embedded sensor fusion with links to industry and open-source tools.

• Biocatalysis
• Fungal Enzymes
• Bacterial and Algal Polymers
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Anna Jarosz-Wilkołazka , Professor of Biological Sciences at the Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin, is affiliated with the Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology and leads research at the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology . With expertise spanning fungal enzymes, microbial polymers, and biomaterial modification, her work bridges biochemistry, biotechnology, and environmental science. Current research focuses on biocatalysis in aqueous/non-aqueous systems , fungal enzyme applications (particularly laccases), and the characterization of extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) from bacteria and algae for biosorption and bioflocculation. She has coordinated major research projects including "Modification of biopolymer materials with protease inhibitors" (NCN OPUS 13, 2017-2022) and "Oxalate oxidase in Abortiporus biennis" (NCN Opus 5, 2015-2019). Her recent publications (2016-2023) highlight advancements in fungal laccase immobilization for pollutant removal, EPS applications for heavy metal biosorption, and novel bioactive dyes. A 2023 study investigated oxalate oxidase sources in wood-rotting fungi, while 2020 work explored EPS from endophytic Fusarium culmorum strains affecting cereal crops. Earlier studies focused on lignin degradation mechanisms (2017) and EPS-driven biomineralization (2016). As a scientific supervisor, she has guided NCN projects on Rhodococcus opacus EPS properties (2016-2021) and fungal enzyme immobilization techniques (2015-2018). She actively participates in science outreach through initiatives like the Mobile Science Festival and Design Thinking Week under Erasmus+.

Kirsten Andrea Schnorrمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Ultrafast Science
• Atomic Physics
• Molecular Physics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Kirsten Andrea Schnorr is a Researcher at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland, working within the Center for Photon Science and Laboratory for Femtochemistry. She joined the SwissFEL team in 2018 to develop the Maloja endstation for atomic, molecular, and non-linear physics, leading its design, construction, and operational commissioning for cutting-edge XUV/X-ray experiments. Her educational background includes: PhD in Physics (2014), Ruprecht Karl University Heidelberg, completed at the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics under PD Dr. Robert Moshammer; thesis focused on XUV pump-probe experiments of electron rearrangement and interatomic Coulombic decay in diatomic molecules. Schnorr's research centers on photo-induced ultrafast relaxation mechanisms in atoms, molecules, and nanoparticles using time-resolved techniques at Free-Electron Lasers and High Harmonic Generation sources. She pioneers multi-color pump-probe schemes with ultrashort X-ray pulses to steer non-local decay processes like Interatomic Coulombic Decay and Electron Mediated Decay, enabling real-time observation of electron dynamics and proton transfer in molecular systems. Her publication trends (2025-2020) reveal dual expertise in fundamental molecular dynamics and instrumental innovation. Key themes include proton transfer in water dimers (Science Advances 2023), Coulomb explosion in iodinated compounds (2025), and engineering breakthroughs like compact gas attenuators (2023) and polarization control systems (2024), frequently published in Physical Review Letters, Nature Communications, and Journal of Synchrotron Radiation. Scientific awards: Peter Paul Ewald Fellowship from the Volkswagen Foundation (2015), supporting her research on non-linear relaxation processes at UC Berkeley's Physical Chemistry Department under Prof. Stephen Leone. No formal advisees or student supervision are documented. The Volkswagen Foundation fellowship served as her primary grant, funding postdoctoral work on real-time relaxation studies; no additional grants are specified. Her instrumental leadership at SwissFEL suggests mentorship of junior scientists, though no individual students are named. Schnorr directs the Maloja instrument at SwissFEL while contributing to the ATHOS beamline development. She collaborates extensively with PSI's detector teams (e.g., JUNGFRAU advancements) and international groups like UC Berkeley's Physical Chemistry Department, driving initiatives in ultrafast beamline technology and molecular dynamics experiments.

Stefan Leykمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• GIScience
• Spatial Uncertainty Modeling
• Land Cover Change Modeling
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stefan Leyk is a Professor of Geography at the University of Colorado Boulder within the Department of Geography in the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on GIScience, spatial uncertainty modeling, and historical landscape analysis, with significant contributions to cartographic pattern recognition from historical maps and spatial dynamic modeling in public health. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Zurich and the Federal Research Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape (2005). His primary research interests include uncertainty in GIScience and spatial uncertainty modeling, land cover change modeling using historical spatial information, cartographic pattern recognition from historical maps, and spatial dynamic modeling approaches in public health. His work bridges historical geography with advanced computational methods, particularly in extracting settlement patterns from historical map archives and developing spatiotemporal datasets spanning centuries. Leyk's recent publications demonstrate strong trends in historical settlement analysis, with major projects like CHRONEX-US and HISDAC-US creating century-long datasets of urban infrastructure and settlement evolution. His work increasingly integrates machine learning with historical map processing, focusing on uncertainty quantification, built-up land validation, and environmental justice applications related to flood risk and coastal hazards. Key thematic areas include long-term urban growth patterns, rural poverty dynamics, and wildfire risk assessment at the wildland-urban interface. Leyk has received significant research funding through collaborative grants including 'HNDS-I: Building Long-term, National-scale Spatiotemporal Data Collections from Historical Map Archives' (2025) and 'HNDS-I: Data Infrastructure for Research on Historical Settlement and Population Growth in the United States' (2021). He actively mentors graduate students including Alek Berg, Caitlin McShane, and Yuying Ren, and teaches advanced GIS courses such as GEOG 4303/5303 GIS: Spatial Programming and GEOG 4103/5303 GIS: Spatial Analytics. His laboratory work centers on geospatial modeling of historical settlement and landscape analysis, with a focus on developing automated methods for processing historical map archives and creating linked spatiotemporal data. Current projects involve machine learning applications for feature extraction from historical maps, uncertainty prediction in built-up land layers, and the development of fine-grained datasets measuring 200 years of land development in the United States.

Sofia Lindström Solمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Cultural Policy
• Artistic Careers
• Work-Life Balance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sofia Lindström Sol is an academic researcher affiliated with the Swedish School of Library and Information Science at the University of Borås. Her work focuses on intersections between cultural policy, artistic careers, work-life balance, and the societal impact of the arts. She holds a doctoral degree in 2016 with a thesis titled (Un)bearable freedom. Exploring the becoming of the artist in education, work and family life . Her research spans topics such as cultural democracy, artistic freedom in organizational contexts, and participatory strategies in public cultural institutions. Lindström Sol’s recent work emphasizes the role of arts in addressing societal challenges like social exclusion, community regeneration, and equity. She has contributed to policy frameworks through collaborative projects like AMASS, producing actionable recommendations for European policymakers. Lindström Sol’s publications analyze how cultural institutions navigate tensions between professional rationalities and participatory ideals, particularly in Sweden and Europe. She critiques traditional cultural policy paradigms while proposing innovative approaches to integrate cultural and social policies. Her work often employs qualitative methods such as reflexive dialogues and case studies to explore ethical dilemmas and institutional practices.

• Post-War Jewish History
• Jewish Theater
• Lower Silesia Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anna Kałużna is a sociologist and scholar affiliated with the Department of Jewish Studies at the University of Wrocław's Faculty of Philology. She holds a PhD in sociology from the University of Wrocław, where her doctoral thesis focused on Jewish theatre in Lower Silesia (1945–1968) under Professor Marcin Wodziński's supervision. She currently manages the department's secretariat and teaches Yiddish language courses. Her research interests center on post-war Jewish history in Lower Silesia, Jewish theatre, and cultural heritage preservation. She has curated exhibitions on postwar Jewish theatre and collaborates with the District of Mutual Respect Foundation in Wrocław. Key scholarly contributions include publications in Rita Baum , Notatnik Teatralny , and Jewish Word , exploring topics such as anti-Semitic incidents in theatre, Yiddish linguistic sources, and post-war Jewish settlement patterns. She has presented at major conferences including the Wrocław Judaic Conference and Warsaw's "CENTERS – PERIPHERIES – BORDERLANDS" conference. Her educational background includes scholarships from the Posen Foundation and YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. She actively participates in cultural initiatives, academic lectures, and educational projects promoting Jewish cultural heritage in Poland.

Wenming Yangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Internal Combustion Engines
• Biofuels and Blend Fuels
• Combustion and Emissions Control
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wenming Yang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS). He has been with NUS since 2000, progressing from Research Fellow to Assistant Professor in 2011 and Associate Professor since 2017. His research focuses on combustion technologies across multiple scales and applications. Current research areas include internal combustion engines using biofuels, emulsion fuels, and natural gas Development of high-efficiency, low-emission boilers (grate biomass, pulverized coal, CFB, incinerators) Design of micro thermophotovoltaic power generators Active collaboration in computational modeling and experimental validation Dr. Yang's recent publications (2003-2015) primarily address combustion optimization, emissions control, and microscale energy systems. His work spans fundamental chemical kinetics to applied engine modeling, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and alternative fuels. Scientific Recognition Dean’s Chair Professor (2020) – NUS College of Engineering Academic Contributions Teaches Energy Conversion Process (ME3221), Internal Combustion Engine (ME4227), and Air-Conditioning and Building Automation (ME5204) Leads the GSTPG Lab, focusing on combustion innovation and energy systems Actively seeks Ph.D. candidates for research in IC engines, WTE plants, and biomass boiler technologies

Wilbur Townsendمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Labor Economics
• Immigration Policy
• Structural Economic Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wilbur Townsend is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of California, Berkeley. His research focuses on labor economics, immigration policy, and structural methods. He holds a PhD from Harvard University (expected 2025). Key research areas include wage-setting mechanisms, job quality dynamics, and the impact of migration policies on labor markets. His work on New Zealand’s Essential Skills visa restrictions demonstrates how migration policies can inadvertently harm both migrants and local workers through wage suppression. He has also analyzed the effects of minimum wage policies, broadband infrastructure on education, and medical marijuana laws on crime rates. Publications span journals like Nature and the Journal of Business & Economics Statistics , with notable contributions to social capital measurement and economic mobility. His GitHub repository ( github.com/wilburtownsend ) includes open-source projects like a replication of New Zealand’s minimum wage model, showcasing his commitment to transparent research methods.

Mark Yearyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Music Theory
• Psychoacoustics
• Contemporary Classical Music Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mark Yeary serves as an Adjunct Professor of Music Theory at the School of Music, University of Puget Sound, where he bridges scholarly research with active musical performance and pedagogy. His academic foundation includes: BA from University of California, Berkeley (1995) PhD from University of Chicago (2011) Yeary's research centers on perceptual dimensions of music, specifically analyzing unusual sonorities in Stravinsky and Messiaen's compositions, examining timbre's role in harmonic music pedagogy, and conducting psychoacoustic studies of vocal production in popular recordings. This interdisciplinary work connects theoretical analysis with empirical perception studies. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. Professional activities include private instruction in voice, guitar, and bass, alongside regular performance as a singer, bassist, and arranger with local ensembles. No grant funding details were specified. No dedicated research laboratories or collaborative teams were referenced.

• Veterinary Epidemiology
• Animal Disease Outbreaks
• African Swine Fever Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Carola Sauter-Louis serves as Head of the Institute of Epidemiology (IfE) at the University of Rostock's Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. As a veterinarian epidemiologist with specialization in veterinary public health (Dip. ECVPH), she leads research on animal disease outbreaks and their socioeconomic implications. Veterinary Medicine Doctorate (Dr. med. vet.) Postdoctoral Degree (PD Dr.) European College of Veterinary Public Health (Dip. ECVPH) certification Her research focuses on African Swine Fever and Lumpy Skin Disease epidemiology, examining transmission dynamics in wild boar populations, environmental risk factors, and vaccine development. Recent work includes spatial analysis of outbreaks and economic impact assessments of animal disease control measures. Key publication trends show strong emphasis on: Disease seasonality and environmental drivers Epidemiological modeling of infection spread Wild boar population dynamics Cost-benefit analysis of veterinary interventions As an active participant in international science-policy conferences (ICASH, ISESSAH), she contributes to developing effective animal health surveillance systems through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Dalya Marksمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Public Health
• Health Inequalities
• Social Determinants of Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dalya Marks is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Health, Environments and Society within the Faculty of Public Health and Policy at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). She has extensive experience working in Public Health across London, with a focus on addressing health inequalities. Dalya is co-located in Islington local authority where she combines public health practice with academia, most recently serving as co-investigator on an NIHR Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) grant. Her academic journey at LSHTM includes positions as: Associate Professor (2019-present) Assistant Professor (2006-2019) Lecturer in Public Health (2003-2004) Research Fellow (1997-2003) Dalya is passionate about integrating public health research into practice and ensuring her work is relevant to policymakers and planners. She is part of the NIHR School for Public Health Research at LSHTM and ARC North Thames, where she serves as academic lead for Patient & Public Involvement and Engagement. Her research focuses on the wider determinants of health, particularly place-based health, and she employs innovative participatory methods like photovoice to understand community needs. Dalya's research spans several key areas: Evaluation of public health interventions from a complex systems perspective Health inequalities and social determinants of health Housing policy impacts on health outcomes Alcohol-related harm reduction Patient and public involvement in health research Implementation of evidence into practice Her work demonstrates a strong emphasis on translating research into practice through systems thinking and complex interventions. She has developed innovative tools like the Perspectivity PH Challenge, a "PH Systems" board game used for educational purposes across multiple countries. Dalya has received funding from various sources including: National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) London Borough of Islington Council ARC North Thames NIHR School for Public Health Research As an educator, she serves as Programme Director for the MSc in Public Health and organizes the 'Principles & Practice of Public Health' module. She is committed to educational research and has co-developed innovative teaching tools to enhance student learning in public health systems thinking.