جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Rob Leyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Public Art
• Architectural Design
• Urban Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rob Ley is an Adjunct Professor at the USC School of Architecture, specializing in experimental architectural design and public art. He founded Rob Ley Studio, known for installations at venues like the Storefront for Art and Architecture (New York) and the Taubman Museum of Art. His work spans public commissions for institutions such as Eskenazi Hospital and O’Hare Airport. Ley holds a B.Arch from the University of Illinois and an M.Arch from UCLA. Education: Bachelor of Science in Architecture, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (1993–1996) Master of Architecture, University of California, Los Angeles (1997–2000) Ley’s research focuses on integrating technology and innovation into public spaces, with a secondary emphasis on the social impact of design. His studio’s projects highlight experimental approaches to urban environments and community engagement. Awards & Grants: 2015 American’s for the Arts - Public Art Network Year in Review Award Graham Foundation Grant AIA Research Grants IDEC Special Projects Grant 2010 Best Storefront Design Award (Municipal Art Society of New York) Ley teaches graduate and undergraduate design studios at USC, emphasizing digital fabrication and materials innovation. He has lectured globally on public art and design at institutions such as Cooper Union and the American Institute Vienna. His work bridges architectural practice with social responsibility, advocating for design solutions that address urban challenges.

Gabor Karsaiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Model-Driven Software Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gabor Karsai is a Distinguished Professor of Computer Science and Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Vanderbilt University's School of Engineering. He also serves as Senior Research Scientist at the Institute for Software-Integrated Systems (ISIS), where he contributes to the Executive Council. With over 30 years in software engineering, his research focuses on embedded systems, model-driven development, resilient software platforms, and AI-driven autonomous systems assurance. He holds a PhD from Vanderbilt and degrees from the Technical University of Budapest. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Vanderbilt University Dr.Tech. in Computer Engineering, Technical University of Budapest M.S. and B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Technical University of Budapest Affiliations: Co-Associate Chair for Computer Engineering External Member of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences His research interests span model-integrated computing , autonomous systems assurance , and radiation-hardened systems . Recent work emphasizes AI integration into engineered systems and radiation effects mitigation for space applications. He has led major projects on distributed control for smart grids and resilient CPS architectures. Over 200 peer-reviewed publications and four patents reflect his contributions to software engineering and systems integration. Awards & Recognition: External Membership in Hungarian Academy of Sciences Leadership roles in ISIS and Vanderbilt's academic governance Advisees & Grants: While no student list is provided, his projects involve collaborative teams across academia and industry. Major sponsors include NSF, NASA, and DARPA. Current work includes the ALC (Assurance-based Learning-enabled CPS) and MIDAS (Model-based Intent-Driven Adaptive Software) initiatives. Labs & Platforms: Co-developer of the RIAPS distributed CPS platform and the SEAM assurance modeling framework. His labs focus on cyber-physical system design, radiation effects analysis, and autonomous system reliability.

Christian Giuseppe De Vitoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social History
• Global Labor History
• Global Convict Labor
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Christian Giuseppe De Vito is a Professor of Global Economic and Social History at the University of Vienna (Austria) and serves as Head of the Department of Economic and Social History (WISO) from 2024-2026. His research focuses on social history, global labor systems, punishment regimes, and the history of the Spanish Empire. He holds a PhD from the Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, and has held academic positions at the University of Bonn and the University of Leicester. Educations: PhD in History, Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa (2003-2008) BA and MA in History, University of Florence (1995-2001) Key Roles: Co-coordinator of the FSP Global History program Co-coordinator of the Erasmus Mundus Global Studies (EMGS) Programme Editorial roles in journals like Crime, Histoire & Sociétés and Revista Mundos do Trabalho Research Interests: His work bridges microhistory and global frameworks, examining topics such as convict labor, penal systems, social movements, and the intersections of punishment with empire-building. He emphasizes spatial analysis and transnational networks in historical studies. Recent projects explore the Spanish Empire’s punitive strategies and labor coercion in colonial contexts. Professional Contributions: He co-edited volumes on global labor and micro-spatial histories, and his articles analyze topics like enslavement, convict labor, and penal regimes across Europe, Latin America, and the Mediterranean. He actively participates in international scholarly networks, including the Social History Association (ISHA) and the International Conference of Labour and Social History (ITH). Labs/Teams: Leads research initiatives on global punishment and labor history through collaborative projects with institutions like the Bonn Centre for Dependency Studies and the University of Leuven.

Nicola Calabrettaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optical Communication Systems
• Photonics
• Telecommunications Engineering
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Nicola Calabretta is a Full Professor in Electro-Optical Communication Systems and Senior Research Fellow at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His work focuses on smart optical networks, high-speed electronics, FPGA implementations for scheduling algorithms, and photonic integrated circuits. He holds a PhD from TU/e (2004) and previously conducted research at DTU Fotonik and the Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies. His expertise spans optical signal processing, multi-level modulation formats, and applications in data center and metro networks. Key research areas include optical switching architectures (e.g., SOA-based switches), WDM systems, and low-latency interconnect networks. He has led projects like ADAPTOR (resource optimization), SmartTWO (future telecom technologies), and 5G-MOBIX (cross-border mobility). His courses include 'Optical Fibre Communication Technology' and 'Optical Interconnection Networks.' Collaborations involve institutions globally, with recent work emphasizing photonic integration for neural networks, ultra-fast switching, and edge computing. His contributions align with UN SDGs through sustainable telecom infrastructure advancements.

Abigail Bristowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transport Noise
• Environmental Economics
• Soundscape Valuation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Abigail Bristow is a Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Surrey, leading research in transportation noise, soundscape valuation, and environmental economics. She previously held professorial roles at Loughborough University (2005–2016) and the University of Leeds (pre-2005). She co-leads the EPSRC-funded UK Acoustics Network Plus (UKAN+) and has pioneered interdisciplinary work on noise pollution mitigation and the economic valuation of quiet spaces. Education: BSc in Civil Engineering MA in Environmental Policy PhD in Transport Economics Research Interests: Economic valuation of transport noise and soundscape quality Policy design for urban environmental sustainability Interdisciplinary approaches to noise pollution control Quiet area preservation in urban planning Awards & Fellowships: Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) Fellow of the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (FCIHT) Fellow of the Institute of Acoustics (FCIOA) Member of the Acoustical Society of America (MASA) Advisory & Grants: Co-Investigator on £1.8M EPSRC UKAN+ project Contributed to DEFRA-funded noise productivity studies Lead researcher in international noise valuation meta-analyses Labs/Teams: Active in the School of Sustainability, Civil and Environmental Engineering's acoustics research group, continuing legacy of the former Loughborough Transport Studies Group.

Ehud Sharlinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-robot interaction
• Tangible user interfaces
• Virtual reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ehud Sharlin is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Calgary, Faculty of Science. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) with specializations in human-robot interaction, tangible interfaces, virtual/augmented reality, and autonomous vehicle interactions. He holds a Ph.D. in Computing Science from the University of Alberta (2003), and M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (1997 and 1990). Teaches CPSC 481: Human-Computer Interaction I Recipient of the NSERC Discovery Accelerator Award (2019), ACM Creativity & Cognition Honourable Mention (2018), and multiple academic excellence awards Active in industry collaborations, particularly in medical simulation (e.g., VRSpineSim) and geosciences (e.g., PLANWELL) Research explores: Embodied interaction through robotics and wearables Autonomous vehicle-pedestrian communication systems Immersive tools for creative and professional domains Accessibility in human-technology interfaces Publications span over 100 peer-reviewed works, emphasizing design methodologies, user experience in XR systems, and ethical considerations in sociotechnical systems. His work bridges technical innovation with human-centered design principles.

• Hittite Empire
• Anatolian Archaeology
• Ancient Syrian History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lorenzo d'Alfonso is a Professor of Western Asian Archaeology and History at the Institute for the Study of the Ancient World (ISAW) at New York University. He holds an MA from the University of Pavia (1997) and a PhD from the University of Florence (2002). His research focuses on the social, juridical, and political history of Syria and Anatolia under the Hittite Empire (16th–7th centuries BCE). He has directed archaeological surveys in Southern Cappadocia since 2006 and excavations at Kinik Höyük (Turkey) since 2010, investigating post-Hittite cultural transitions and urban development. His work includes monographs, over 30 articles, and co-edited volumes, alongside digital projects like the Emar Online Database. Key projects include the long-term Kinik Höyük excavation (since 2010), analyzing Iron Age Anatolia’s material culture, settlement patterns, and political landscapes. His research integrates textual sources (e.g., Hittite legal procedures) with archaeological data, exploring themes like local leadership, state administration, and cultural memory. Recent work emphasizes post-Hittite socio-political reorganization and the interplay between empires and local communities. Publications highlight diverse topics: Hittite judicial systems, Achaemenid-era rituals, Iron Age pottery circulation, and architectural continuity in sacred spaces. His excavations at Kinik Höyük have revealed insights into urban resilience during periods of political fragmentation. Collaborative efforts include geoarchaeological surveys and paleographic studies of Anatolian hieroglyphic scripts. Research grants and fellowships have supported his work across institutions, including the Universities of Mainz, Konstanz, and Pavia. His fieldwork emphasizes interdisciplinary methods, combining archaeology with conservation science to address ancient building techniques and material preservation challenges.

Runming Yaoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Building Sustainability
• Urban Microclimates
• Energy Efficiency
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Runming Yao is a leading academic in building and urban sustainability at the University of Reading's School of Construction Management and Engineering. He holds roles as Director of Design and Management of Sustainable Built Environments and Module Convenor for Sustainable Design and Management Principles. His research focuses on energy efficiency, urban microclimates, indoor environmental quality, and thermal comfort, with particular emphasis on UK and China contexts. Yao is an EPSRC College member and serves on editorial boards for journals like the Journal of Building Engineering and Renewable Energy . He has led numerous high-impact projects funded by bodies like the European Commission, EPSRC, and the Chinese government, addressing topics such as low-carbon cities, green building technologies, and climate-resilient urban design. His professional memberships include Fellowships of CIBSE, the Chartered Institute of Building, and FHEA. Yao’s work bridges engineering, policy, and environmental science, with contributions to international standards and guidelines for sustainable construction. Education and Qualifications: BSc, MSc, PhD Research Interests: Yao’s research integrates technical innovation with societal needs, exploring: - Energy-efficient building systems and urban-scale simulations, - Impact of climate change on building design, - Sensor technology for smart building management, - Health implications of indoor/outdoor environmental quality. His work emphasizes cross-disciplinary solutions for sustainable urban development and climate resilience. Projects and Grants: Recent initiatives include: - LoHCool (EPSRC-funded low-carbon heating/cooling of cities), - REELCOOP (EU-funded renewable energy cooperation), - Halton Foundation-funded studies on school ventilation. He has secured over £10M in research funding, spanning academic and industry partnerships. Awards and Recognition: While no formal awards are listed, Yao’s leadership in global sustainability networks and his role in shaping policy frameworks reflect his significant influence in the field. Labs and Collaborations: He leads the Energy and Environmental Research Group and collaborates internationally with institutions like Chongqing University, Cambridge University, and the China Green Building Council. His work frequently involves cross-border initiatives to address climate challenges in rapidly urbanizing regions.

Agnieszka Roginskaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Immersive Audio
• 3D Audio Technology
• Spatial Sound
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Agnieszka Roginska is a Professor of Music Technology at the Steinhardt School, New York University, specializing in immersive audio, spatial sound, and auditory displays. Her work integrates acoustic science with virtual reality and medical applications, including postural stability studies for vestibular rehabilitation. She holds leadership roles as AES President-Elect and co-edited the authoritative book 'Immersive Sound'. Education: B.A. in Piano Performance and Computer Applications in Music (McGill University, 1996); M.M. in Music Technology (NYU, 1998); Ph.D. in Music Technology (Northwestern University, 2004). Research focuses on 3D audio technologies, auditory displays for virtual environments, and sensory integration studies. She leads NYU's Music and Audio Research Lab (MARL) and advises the Society for Women in TeCHnology (SWiTCH) at NYU. Awards include AES Fellowship and leadership in international audio engineering societies. Recent publications emphasize audio's role in postural control, distributed music performance frameworks (Holodeck), and VR sound design. Her work bridges technical innovation with artistic applications, including collaborative music systems in mixed reality.

Melissa M. Leeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Statebuilding
• International Relations
• Domestic Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Melissa M. Lee is the Klein Family Presidential Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Pennsylvania and Director of the World House Student Fellows Program at Perry World House. Her research focuses on the international and domestic politics of statebuilding, sovereignty, and state development, emphasizing how foreign subversion undermines state authority. She holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University and a B.A. from the University of California San Diego. Lee’s work bridges historical and contemporary case studies, including Russian relations with post-Soviet states, Malaysian subversion of the Philippines, and Thai subversion of Vietnam-occupied Cambodia. Her book *Crippling Leviathan* (2020) won major awards, including the APSA Merze Tate Award and Perry World House’s Emerging Scholar Prize. She also contributes policy writing to *Foreign Affairs* and the Irregular Warfare Initiative. Previous roles include Assistant Professor at Princeton University and Lightning Scholar at Perry World House. Her research has been published in top journals like the *American Political Science Review* and *International Organization*. Awards: APSA Merze Tate Award (2016) APSA European Politics and Society Section Best Article Prize (2020) Perry World House Emerging Scholar Global Policy Prize APSA Foreign Policy Section Honorable Mention for Best Book Her work examines dependent territories in international relations, the historical roots of state weakness, and the interplay between conflict and governance. Lee’s scholarship integrates quantitative and qualitative methods to analyze how external actors shape domestic political dynamics.

Lizhi Liuمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Political Economy of Development
• Digital Economy
• Chinese Politics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lizhi Liu is an Assistant Professor at the McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University, and a faculty affiliate in the Department of Government. Her research lies at the intersection of political economy, digital economy, and Chinese politics, with a special focus on e-commerce development and institutional innovation in China. Her research interests include: Political economy of development Digital economy and platform governance Chinese politics and authoritarian resilience Rural development through digital inclusion Private provision of law and institutional evolution Data politics and global digital governance Lizhi Liu's recent publications explore the transformative role of e-commerce in China, analyzing how digital platforms catalyze economic growth, reshape legal institutions, and reconfigure state-society relations. Her work combines rigorous empirical methods with deep contextual understanding of Chinese political economy, often drawing on large-scale data from customs, e-commerce platforms, and national surveys. A recurring theme is how market actors and digital technologies generate institutional change even under authoritarian rule. Her research has been published in leading journals such as the American Economic Review: Insights and Minnesota Law Review , and addresses critical questions about development, governance, and technology. Scientific awards: 2019 Best Dissertation Award in the area of Information Technology and Politics, American Political Science Association (APSA) Liu is currently working on a book manuscript investigating the political economy of e-commerce in China, an earlier draft of which won the APSA award. While no formal advisees are listed, her role as an assistant professor suggests she mentors students in political economy and related fields. She is affiliated with both business and government departments, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of her work. Lizhi Liu's research contributes to understanding how digital technologies are reshaping economic and political institutions in non-democratic contexts, with broader implications for development theory and global digital governance.

Johannes Zeiherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Quantum Computing
• Atomic Physics
• Quantum Matter Interfaces
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Johannes Zeiher is a Professor at Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) and leads the independent research group Quantum Matter Interfaces . His work focuses on studying quantum systems of laser-cooled atoms coupled to optical resonators, aiming to advance quantum error correction and quantum many-body physics. He secured €3.3 million from Germany's BMBF for the SNAQC project on scalable neutral atom quantum computing. Research interests include quantum interfaces between atoms and photons, Rydberg arrays in optical tweezers, and hybrid architectures for quantum technologies. His group explores non-destructive measurements, feedback mechanisms, and entanglement generation in quantum systems. Key experimental tools include high-resolution microscopy and resonator-coupled systems. Prof. Zeiher's lab is located at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics, collaborating on cutting-edge quantum technologies. He holds dual affiliations with LMU and the MPQ, advancing both theoretical and experimental frontiers in quantum computing and quantum simulation. His work bridges atomic physics, quantum optics, and condensed matter systems to realize practical quantum devices.

Brian M Dealمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sustainable Planning
• Decision Support Systems
• Urban Land Use Modeling
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Brian M Deal serves as a Professor of Landscape Architecture within the School of Architecture at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, holding additional appointments in Urban and Regional Planning, the European Union Center, the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, and the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA). His expertise bridges sustainable planning theory, energy systems, and spatial modeling to develop practical decision-support tools for community development and climate resilience. His educational foundation includes a PhD in Regional Planning (2002), Master of Architecture (1997), and BS in Architectural Studies (1983), all earned at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Prior academic experience encompasses a decade of professional architecture practice and senior research at the Army Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL), where he specialized in sustainable military facility design using spatial simulation. Deal's research centers on sustainable planning systems and climate adaptation, with current projects examining urbanization impacts on Korean rural amenities, advancing the University of Illinois' climate action plan (iCAP), and developing next-generation 'sentient' planning support systems. His work integrates land-use modeling, energy systems analysis, and decision-support technologies to address complex urban environmental challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent publications reveal a pronounced shift toward data-driven sustainability solutions, featuring AI applications for carbon-neutral planning, multi-scaled green infrastructure optimization, and socio-ecological modeling. Key themes include urban carbon sequestration, post-pandemic park dynamics, and climate-resilient coastal design, demonstrating consistent innovation in translating theoretical frameworks into actionable planning tools for real-world implementation. Professor Deal's scientific awards and honors were not detailed in the provided text. As faculty mentor to the Student Sustainability Committee and chair of campus sustainability planning efforts, Deal actively guides student development and institutional policy. His leadership of the LEAM Laboratory and SEDAC involves managing research grants focused on urban resilience, energy systems, and climate adaptation, fostering partnerships with government agencies and community organizations to deploy planning tools that directly impact community decision-making processes. Deal directs the Land Use Evolution and Impact Assessment Modeling (LEAM) Laboratory and Smart Energy Design Assistance Center (SEDAC), leading interdisciplinary teams in developing spatial simulation models and decision-support systems. His operational leadership extends to authoring the university's climate action plan and chairing campus sustainability committees, positioning him at the nexus of academic research, institutional policy, and community engagement for sustainable urban futures.

Bernhard Jennyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Geospatial Data Visualization
• Cartography
• Computer Graphics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Bernhard Jenny is an Associate Professor at Monash University's Faculty of Information Technology, specializing in immersive visualization and geospatial data. He holds a PhD in Cartography from ETH Zurich and has held previous roles at Oregon State University and RMIT University. His research focuses on virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and cartographic innovations for geospatial data representation. Education: Doctor of Sciences in Cartography, ETH Zurich (2010) Postgraduate Certificate in Computer Science, ETH Zurich (2005) Master of Science in Surveying, EPFL (2000) Research Interests: Combines cartography, computer graphics, and human-computer interaction to explore VR/AR applications for geospatial data. Current work includes immersive analytics, terrain visualization, adaptive map projections, and storytelling with geospatial data. Recent Articles: Focus on ambient occlusion for terrain shading, grammars for immersive visualization transitions, and AR/VR interfaces for spatial data. Awards: Henry Johns Award (2007, 2011, 2012) ETH Medal (2010) Best Paper Honorable Mentions (ACM CHI, DIS) Grants & Projects: Leads initiatives like the 'Immersive Analytics' extension and 'National Geographic Relief Shading' project. Collaborates on neural networks for cartographic relief shading and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Labs & Teams: Heads the Embodied Visualisation Lab at Monash, focusing on immersive analytics and geovisualization tools.

• Operations Research
• Optimization
• Combinatorial Optimization
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Michael Trick is the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty and Research and Higgins Professor of Operations Research at the Tepper School of Business, Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on combinatorial optimization, sports scheduling, constraint programming, and operations research applications. He has contributed to seminal work on sports timetabling (e.g., scheduling college basketball conferences) and the traveling tournament problem. Trick's work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications, including integer programming, branch-and-price methods, and stochastic dynamic programming. He has led initiatives in operations research education and served as President of INFORMS, emphasizing the field's societal impact. His research also spans voting systems, optimization for newspaper zoning, and algorithmic design for complex scheduling problems. Trick's expertise spans academic leadership, research methodology, and cross-disciplinary applications. His articles address topics like auction design for spectrum allocation, bike-sharing logistics, and robust scheduling strategies. He collaborates across academia and industry, contributing to both theoretical advancements and real-world operational challenges. His work often highlights the practical utility of mathematical programming techniques in diverse domains.