جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Algorithms
• Data Streams
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David P. Woodruff is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University, part of the Theory Group within the School of Computer Science. He is actively involved in academic leadership roles, including chairing the CATCS (Conference on Theoretical Computer Science) and serving as PC chair for SODA 2024 and ICALP 2022. His research focuses on algorithms, data streams, machine learning, numerical linear algebra, sketching, and sparse recovery. He has been recognized with awards such as the Herbert Simon Award for teaching and the PODS Best Paper Award. Woodruff has advised numerous students and postdocs, including notable scholars like Ainesh Bakshi, Rajesh Jayaram, and Hongyang Zhang. His work often addresses foundational challenges in theoretical computer science, with contributions to distributed computing, streaming algorithms, and privacy-preserving techniques. He has published extensively in top conferences like NeurIPS, ICML, FOCS, and STOC, covering topics ranging from low-rank approximation to adversarial robustness in data streams. His teaching includes courses like Algorithms for Big Data and core algorithms courses, reflecting his commitment to both research and education. Collaborations span academia and industry, with applications in genomics and secure computation. Woodruff is a key contributor to the Foundations of Data Science program at the Simons Institute.

• Medical Imaging
• Biomedical Engineering
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yonghyun Ha is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging at Yale School of Medicine. His research focuses on advancing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologies, particularly in low-field MRI systems, RF pulse design, and imaging hardware innovation. He collaborates with experts like Duy Phan, Haifan Lin, and Nikhil Malvankar, contributing to projects such as RF pulse distortion compensation and novel RF coil development. Research Interests: His work spans low-field MRI systems , RF engineering , imaging algorithm optimization , and hardware design . He explores applications like point-of-care imaging and cost-effective MRI solutions. Articles Trends: Recent publications address gradient-free imaging, field-cycling magnets, and deep learning for data compression. His work bridges engineering and clinical needs, emphasizing practical MRI advancements. Advising & Grants: No formal advisees are listed, but his collaborations suggest involvement in interdisciplinary research teams. No specific grants are mentioned, but his projects imply funding through institutional or NIH channels. Labs/Teams: Active in Yale’s Radiology & Biomedical Imaging department, contributing to MRI technology development and translational research initiatives.

Taco Nietمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Energy Systems Modelling
• Energy Storage Technologies
• Renewable Energy Integration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Taco Niet is an Associate Professor in the School of Sustainable Energy Engineering at Simon Fraser University. His research focuses on energy systems modelling, energy storage technologies, and climate change mitigation strategies. He holds a Ph.D. (2018), M.A.Sc. (2002), and B.Eng. (1998) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Victoria. His work bridges technical innovation with societal implications, particularly in renewable energy integration and policy design. Teaching specialties include instrumentation systems, control systems, and the intersection of technology and society. Courses taught span undergraduate and graduate levels, including energy policy frameworks and engineering laboratory practices. He actively contributes to open-source energy modelling tools like OSeMOSYS and CLEWs Global, emphasizing transparency and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent research emphasizes grid flexibility, decarbonization pathways, and equity in energy transitions. Notable projects include analyzing Canadian consumer preferences for zero-emission vehicles and evaluating hydrogen's role in energy storage. His work often involves international collaboration, addressing challenges in both developed and developing regions. Professional affiliations include leadership roles in sustainable energy education and engagement with industry partners. The Delta-E Research Group under his direction focuses on applied energy solutions. Current initiatives explore multiphysics energy systems and policy impacts on land-use patterns.

• Biomechanics
• Gerontology
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jenna Yentes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the College of Education and Human Development. Her research focuses on functional resiliency in aging populations, biomechanics of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and nonlinear analysis of human movement. She leads studies on gait stability, respiratory-gait coupling, and exoskeleton-assisted walking. Notable contributions include quantifying locomotor reserve and exploring firefighter performance in protective gear. Education: Ph.D. in Biomechanics (University of Nebraska, 2013), M.S. in Kinesiology (California State University Fullerton, 2006), B.A. in Kinesiology (University of Northern Colorado, 2000). Research Interests: Reserve capacity in older adults' mobility and cognition Biomechanical adaptations in COPD patients Methodological rigor in nonlinear data analysis (e.g., entropy metrics) Firefighter physical performance under protective gear Recent Articles Trends: Focus on entropy-based gait analysis, COPD biomechanics, dual-task interference in aging, and exoskeleton effects on interlimb coordination. Methodological rigor in parameter selection for nonlinear algorithms is a recurring theme. Awards: 2023 Faculty Climate Award (Texas A&M), 2019 Promising Scientist Award (International Society of Posture and Gait Research), and 2019 Chancellor's Commission on the Status of Women Award (University of Nebraska). Advising & Grants: Mentors graduate students (noted in publications) and collaborates with TEEX Fire Academy and multiple Texas A&M research centers including the Huffines Institute for Sports Medicine and the Center for Population Health and Aging. Research supported by institutional and federal grants. Labs/Teams: Active in Texas A&M's Human Movement and Aging Lab, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in sports medicine, rehabilitation engineering, and pulmonary research.

• Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)
• Space Biology
• Medicinal Crops
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Graham is an Assistant Professor and PhytoGro Research Chair in Controlled Environment Systems at the University of Guelph, where he also serves as R&D Manager for the Controlled Environment Systems Research Facility (CESRF). His academic journey includes a BSc in Environmental Sciences from the University of Guelph and Stirling University (1997), an MSc in Horticulture (2001), and a PhD in Environmental Biology (2012), all from the University of Guelph. He completed a NASA Post-Doctoral Fellowship (2012–2015) at Kennedy Space Center, focusing on bioregenerative life-support systems for space exploration. Dr. Graham’s research expertise spans controlled environment agriculture (CEA) , space biology , medicinal crop production , and water remediation . He leads projects addressing food security, crop diversification in urban farming, and sustainable practices for high-intensity agriculture. Key initiatives include developing CEA systems for medical crops, optimizing tree crops for spaceflight, and advancing composting-based closed-loop systems. His scientific contributions are reflected in roles as Associate Editor for Gravitational and Space Research and Editor for special issues on Agriculture in Space . He collaborates with NASA, USDA, OMAFRA, and international agencies like the German Space Agency (DLR). Awards include the NASA Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship. Dr. Graham emphasizes mentorship, conducting bi-weekly graduate meetings and fostering student autonomy while providing structured support. His lab integrates interdisciplinary approaches to tackle global challenges, from climate resilience to lunar food production.

Afshin Ashariمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Computational Design
• Mixed-Reality Environments
• Public Space Design
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Afshin Ashari is an Assistant Professor in Landscape Architecture at the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development , University of Guelph. Prior to academia, he worked at BrookMcIlroy Inc., an interdisciplinary firm in Toronto, on architectural and landscape projects in public and private sectors. Education : Masters in Landscape Architecture, University of Toronto Bachelor of Computer Engineering, Azad University of Tehran Research Interests : Afshin explores the intersection of computational design and mixed-reality environments, focusing on: Art-Technology Unity in Public Spaces Algorithmic and Parametric Modeling Data-Driven Design Approaches Interactive Immersive Environments Biophilic Design Agricultural Urbanism Article Trends : His publications emphasize: AI tools for design processes Parametric modeling in urban rehabilitation Climate change communication via social media Drones for visual impact assessments Augmented reality in public spaces Historical and future-oriented design frameworks

Gernot Siegمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Transport Economics
• Industrial Organization
• Infrastructure Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Gernot Sieg holds the Chair of Industrial Organization with a focus on Infrastructure and Transport Economics at the University of Münster, leading the Institute of Transport Economics. He previously served as Director of the Institute of Economics at TU Braunschweig and has held visiting positions at institutions like the University of Southern California. His academic background includes a Dr. rer. pol. (1993–1999) and Habilitation (1993–1999). Prof. Sieg’s research focuses on transport markets, regulatory economics, and infrastructure policy. Notable projects include the CRC 1385 on Law and Literature, evaluating bicycle traffic optimization (Leezenflow), and analyzing aviation slot regulations. He advises the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport’s Scientific Advisory Board. His research interests span transport infrastructure financing, traffic flow dynamics, and environmental policy. Recent work addresses vehicle value externalities, phantom jam costs, and the economic impact of speed limits. He teaches courses on competition regulation, transport economics, and industrial organization. Prof. Sieg frequently engages with public policy debates, contributing to media discussions on infrastructure rehabilitation, climate policy, and mobility transitions. His work bridges academic research with practical policy solutions, emphasizing sustainable and equitable transport systems.

Parichehr Salimifardمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Building Science
• Indoor Air Quality
• Aerosol Science
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Parichehr Salimifard is an Assistant Professor at Oregon State University's School of Civil and Construction Engineering, holding the Culbertson Faculty Scholar position. She serves as Faculty Advisor for the OSU ASHRAE Student Branch and leads the Sustainable, Healthy, and Resilient Building Lab, focusing on the intersection of building science, environmental health, and climate resilience. Her educational background includes a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Harvard University's School of Public Health, a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Architectural Engineering (Mechanical Option) from Penn State with a Computational Science minor, and a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from Persian Gulf University. Dr. Salimifard's research centers on indoor environmental quality and its connections to public health, with emphasis on: Aerosol dynamics (transport, deposition, resuspension) for wildfire smoke and pandemic exposure mitigation Health and climate co-benefits of building energy efficiency through the CoBE project Wildfire smoke preparedness in schools/daycares for vulnerable populations Building electrification impacts on air quality and emissions Her recent publications reveal a trend toward spatially and temporally explicit modeling of emissions reductions, using tools like CoBE to quantify health co-benefits of building energy conservation across US states and EU countries, with growing focus on water-energy nexus and grid integration. Her scientific recognition includes: Culbertson Faculty Scholar award Dr. Salimifard secures research funding from the EPA, NIEHS's OSU ASPIRE Center, ASHRAE, industry partners, and foundations. She mentors the OSU ASHRAE Student Branch and collaborates with Harvard/Boston University on the CoBE project, which develops modules for climate policy analysis and water savings optimization. Her Sustainable, Healthy, and Resilient Building Lab drives projects including Wildfire Smoke Preparedness in Buildings, Indoor Aerosol Resuspension Dynamics, and Building-to-Grid Integration, directly addressing climate resilience challenges through building science innovation.

• Energy Efficiency
• Renewable Energy Resources
• District Heating Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Urban Persson is a Professor at Halmstad University's Academy of Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability. He holds a Tech. Dr. in Energy and Environmental Technology from Chalmers University of Technology. His research focuses on energy efficiency, renewable energy resources, and district heating systems, particularly in European contexts. Key projects include Heat Roadmap Europe, Decarb City Pipes 2050, and Pan-European Thermal Atlas. Persson has authored over 30 publications on district heating optimization, GIS-driven energy planning, and heat resource assessments. His work emphasizes sustainable energy transitions and leveraging spatial data for infrastructure design. Education: Technical Doctorate (Energy & Environmental Technology), Chalmers University of Technology. Research Projects: Solar-powered district heating with pit storage for Swedish conditions Heat Roadmap Europe Decarb City Pipes 2050 Pan-European Thermal Atlas Research Interests: District heating economics, GIS applications in energy systems, waste heat utilization, and decarbonization pathways.

Lisanne Bergefurtمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mental Health
• Work Environment Psychology
• Built Environment
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lisanne Bergefurt is an Assistant Professor in the Real Estate Management and Development unit of the Built Environment department at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). She completed her PhD cum laude in December 2023 and her MSc cum laude in November 2019, both at TU/e. Her research focuses on the intersection of physical work environments and mental health, particularly in office settings. Bergefurt's research investigates how built environment characteristics influence psychological well-being, with emphasis on: Hybrid work challenges and spatial solutions Physiological stress responses to office design Health-promoting workplace interventions Pandemic-era workspace adaptations Salutogenic design principles Productivity-mental health relationships Her publication trends show concentrated work in: Systematic reviews of workspace-mental health relationships Empirical studies on hybrid work challenges COVID-19 pandemic impacts on remote workers Quantitative assessments of workplace interventions Scientific Awards: Nominated for best PhD scriptie 2023 Long Paper of Distinction Award - Healthy Buildings Europe 2021 Outstanding Reviewer - Journal of Corporate Real Estate (2022) She leads research projects including 'Mental health+ in the workplace' (2019-2023) examining physical workspace characteristics and mental health relationships. She teaches courses on healthy environments and supervises graduate research.

Jack Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disaster Risk and Resilience
• Earthquake Engineering
• Seismic Hazard Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jack Baker is the William Alden Campbell and Martha Campbell Professor of Engineering and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs in the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability at Stanford University. He is a Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering with expertise in probabilistic and statistical tools for quantifying and managing disaster risk and resilience. His work has significantly influenced building codes, performance-based engineering guidelines, and catastrophe risk models. Dr. Baker's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Stanford University (2005) M.A. in Statistics from Stanford University (2004) M.S. in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Stanford University (2002) B.A. in Mathematics/Physics from Whitman College (2000) His research focuses on disaster risk and resilience, particularly in earthquake engineering and seismic hazard analysis. Baker uses probabilistic and statistical approaches to analyze risk in spatially distributed systems, characterize earthquake ground motions, and simulate post-disaster recovery processes. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in building codes and risk management strategies. He has made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between ground motion characteristics and structural response, while also expanding into climate-related hazards like atmospheric rivers and their compound effects. His recent publications demonstrate a growing focus on interdisciplinary research that connects engineering with socioeconomic factors in disaster contexts. There's a clear trend toward integrating machine learning techniques with traditional engineering approaches, particularly in modeling household displacement, economic recovery, and flood damage prediction. His work increasingly addresses the human dimension of disasters, examining how physical damage translates to social impacts and recovery timelines. Dr. Baker has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to the field: William B. Joyner Lecture Award from the Seismological Society of America and Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (2023) PROSE Awards finalist for Seismic Hazard and Risk Analysis textbook (2022) Thorpe Medal from the European Council on Computing in Construction (2022) Walter L. Huber Civil Engineering Research Prize from the American Society of Civil Engineers (2018) CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation (2010) As an educator and mentor, Baker advises numerous doctoral and master's students while serving as Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs. His research group has secured significant funding for projects related to seismic risk, disaster recovery modeling, and infrastructure resilience. He has directed major initiatives like the Stanford Urban Resilience Initiative and co-founded the Haselton Baker Risk Group, demonstrating strong leadership in translating research into practical applications. Dr. Baker leads the Baker Research Group, which focuses on probabilistic approaches to disaster risk assessment and management. The group maintains active collaborations with government agencies, industry partners, and international research institutions to advance the state of knowledge in earthquake engineering and broader disaster resilience fields. Their work often involves developing innovative computational tools and frameworks that are made publicly available through GitHub repositories.

• Environmental Policy
• Plant Biosecurity
• Ecosystem Services
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Clive Potter is Professor of Environmental Policy at Imperial College London's Centre for Environmental Policy within the Faculty of Natural Sciences. His interdisciplinary work bridges environmental science and social science to inform government policy, with specific focus on plant biosecurity, ecosystem services, and stakeholder engagement in rural and urban contexts. Professor Potter's research centers on agricultural restructuring and sustainable land use governance in industrialized nations, examining 25+ years of policy evolution and farmer responses to market, policy, and socio-cultural shifts. He investigates policy learning mechanisms and public involvement in environmental risk management, particularly regarding tree disease epidemics like ash dieback, analyzing how historical knowledge and local observations integrate into biosecurity frameworks. His approach combines natural science collaborations with social survey methodologies across UK and EU contexts. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal intensifying focus on urban forestry dynamics during crises (including COVID-19), socio-ecological art-science collaborations, and policy innovations for landscape-scale conservation. Key trends include systematic analysis of tree pest impacts in cities, integration of public health co-benefits in climate policy, and novel stakeholder engagement methods using digital tools. His work increasingly addresses equity dimensions in environmental governance and the role of diverse knowledge systems in managing complex socio-ecological risks.

Ahmed F Abdelghanyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Commercial Airlines
• Airports
• Big Data Cloud Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ahmed F. Abdelghany is the Associate Dean for Research and Professor of Operations Management at the David O'Maley College of Business, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, since January 2006. He specializes in commercial airlines, airports, big data cloud computing, business analytics, and operations research models. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Abdelghany worked in enterprise optimization at United Airlines, Chicago. Education: Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Transportation Systems) from the University of Texas at Austin (2001) Dr. Abdelghany’s research focuses on airline network planning, flight scheduling, simulation of complex transportation systems, and NextGen air traffic management. He has authored two influential books: Modeling Applications in the Airline Industry (Routledge 2010) and Airline Network Planning and Scheduling (Wiley 2018). His publications analyze airline operations, competitive dynamics, and crowd management in transportation facilities. He teaches courses like Airline Management (BA 315) and Airline Operations & Mgmnt (BA 609), and participates in industry short courses. Dr. Abdelghany contributes to research projects such as NextGen air traffic implementation, integrated airport initiatives, and benefit-cost analysis of arrival management systems. His work bridges academic theory with real-world airline and transportation challenges.

Brian Tomaszewskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Geographic Information Science and Technology
• Geovisual Analytics
• Spatial Thinking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brian Tomaszewski is a Professor at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) within the School of Interactive Games and Media , Golisano College of Computing and Information Sciences. He also holds an Adjunct Professor position at the Centre for Disaster Management and Mitigation, Vellore Institute of Technology, India. Education : BA (University at Albany), MA (University at Buffalo), PhD (Pennsylvania State University) Research Interests focus on Geographic Information Science applications for Disaster Management , Forced Displacement , and Geovisual Analytics . His work bridges Spatial Thinking with Serious Games for crisis response and mitigation. Recent Publications (2023-2014) emphasize LLM-driven refugee camp analysis , geospatial resilience modeling , and serious games for disaster education , with fieldwork spanning Rwanda, Jordan, and Poland. Scientific Awards : Fulbright Scholar (2018) Grants & Collaborations include US National Science Foundation (NSF) funding for international projects and partnerships with UNHCR and IEEE . He leads the RefuGIS project and the Center for Geographic Information Science and Technology at RIT.

Janille Smith-Colinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Transportation Systems
• Infrastructure Resilience
• Equity in Civil Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Janille Smith-Colin is the J. Lindsay Embrey Trustee Assistant Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering at Southern Methodist University (SMU), where she leads the Smith-Colin Research Group. As a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) and Jr. Editor for the ASCE Journal of Infrastructure Systems, her work bridges infrastructure management with social equity. She serves on the Transportation Research Board Standing Committee on Transportation Planning Analysis and Application (AEP15). Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology Master of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering from University of Wisconsin-Madison Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Studies from Lafayette College Smith-Colin's research centers on sociotechnical systems modeling to advance equity, sustainability, and resilience in transportation infrastructure. She employs system dynamics and spatial analysis to examine transportation as a social determinant of health, with emphasis on underserved communities. Her engineering education work integrates community-based participatory research and design thinking to develop inclusive pedagogical approaches. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward data-driven equity assessment, utilizing social media mining, mobile trajectory data, and spatial analytics to investigate infrastructure deserts, micromobility access, and health impacts. She pioneers social return on investment (SROI) frameworks for transportation solutions, connecting civil engineering with public health and disaster resilience through interdisciplinary methodologies. Scientific recognition includes: Best Poster Award, International Conference on Transportation & Development (2023) Golden Mustang Teaching Award, SMU (2023) National Academies Gulf Coast Research Program Early Career Fellowship (2021) ASCE ExCEED Teaching Fellow (2019) Her research is funded by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, with grants supporting equity-focused transportation projects. While student advisees aren't explicitly listed, her community-based research approach indicates active mentorship in solving civil engineering challenges for marginalized groups. She also contributes to transportation policy through regional collaborations. The Smith-Colin Research Group develops evidence-based tools for infrastructure equity, conducting spatial analysis of transportation systems and health outcomes. Current projects involve system dynamics modeling for social sustainability, Twitter-based crisis response monitoring, and partnerships with Dallas-area agencies to map infrastructure deficiencies and mobility barriers.