جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Alexandru Cernatمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Survey Methodology
• Longitudinal Data Analysis
• Latent Variable Modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr Alexandru Cernat is a Senior Lecturer in Social Statistics at The University of Manchester, affiliated with the Cathie Marsh Institute. His research focuses on data collection methodologies, longitudinal data analysis, and measurement error reduction. He specializes in latent variable models, mixed mode surveys, and integrating digital trace data with traditional datasets. Key projects include improving crime data accuracy through statistical modeling and analyzing socioeconomic health disparities using biomarker data. He has received the UKHLS Methods Fellowship and holds leadership roles in statistical societies. Research Interests: Survey Methodology Latent Variable Modeling Data Quality Enhancement Mixed Mode Design Digital Trace Data Integration Awards: UKHLS Methods Fellowship (2019) Vice Chair, Royal Statistical Society Social Statistics Committee (2019) Grants & Collaborations: Leads projects on crime data accuracy, longitudinal measurement equivalence, and biosocial survey methods. Collaborates with institutions like the London School of Economics and University College London on health inequality studies. Labs/Teams: Core member of the Cathie Marsh Institute's survey methodology team and leads the Longitudinal Data Analysis research group.

Gracen Brilmyerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Critical Archival Studies
• Disability Studies
• Archival Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gracen Brilmyer is an Assistant Professor at the School of Information Studies , McGill University. Their research bridges critical archival studies and disability studies, examining how disabled individuals engage with archives and how disability histories are obscured. They hold a PhD from UCLA (2020) and an MIMS from UC Berkeley, with a BA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Research Interests focus on: Archival representation of disability Ableism in colonial and natural history archives Accessibility and spatial belonging in archives Critical disability methodologies Publications emphasize disability-centered archival frameworks, such as Crip provenance and crip legibility , while critically analyzing archival erasure and professional ethics. Their work often intersects with social justice, design justice, and anti-colonial praxis. Labs/Teams include the Disability Archives Lab , exploring disability justice through archival innovation. Gracen also advocates for fragrance-free policies and dismantling white supremacy in archives. Grants/Advising details are not explicitly listed, though their website and lab highlight collaborative projects and community engagement.

Wendy Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Individual Differences
• Intelligence
• Personality Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wendy Johnson is a Professor of Psychology at the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences, University of Edinburgh. She holds a Personal Chair of Differential Development and is currently on research leave from July 2019 to December 2020. Her research focuses on individual differences in intelligence and personality, lifespan development, genetic and environmental influences on behavior, and aging. She has led multiple research grants, including projects on gene-environment interplay in aging outcomes, social causes of life chances, and the longitudinal study of cognitive function in the Scotland in Miniature cohort. Her current PhD students include Alicia Aranda Diaz, Emma Waterston, Alicia Forsberg, and Ross Stewart. Key research areas include personality stability and change, the role of environmental factors in cognitive aging, and interactions between genetics and social contexts. She has contributed to over 200 research outputs, with recent work exploring bidirectional associations between loneliness and health, and the replicability of personality-trait life outcomes across cultures. Grants leadership includes principal investigator roles in projects funded by MRC, EU, and non-EU grants totaling over £multi-million. Her work bridges behavioral genetics, developmental psychology, and public health, emphasizing the interplay of biological and social factors in human development.

David J.X. Gonzálezمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Health Sciences
• Climate Change and Health
• Environmental Justice
• +۳ مورد دیگر

David J.X. González is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Environmental Health Sciences at UC Berkeley’s School of Public Health. His interdisciplinary work bridges epidemiology and environmental science to address environmental justice and health disparities, particularly in extractive industries and climate-driven disasters. He leads the EQUIS Lab, focusing on oil/gas development, wildfire smoke, and structural racism in environmental hazards. Education : PhD in Environment and Resources, Stanford University MS in Epidemiology and Clinical Research, Stanford University MESc in Environmental Science, Yale University BS in Evolution, Ecology, and Biodiversity, UC Davis Research Interests : González investigates air pollution’s impact on perinatal health, climate change’s health consequences, and systemic racial inequities in environmental exposures. He employs community-engaged methods to translate findings into actionable policies and advocates for diversity in scientific fields. His work emphasizes marginalized communities’ disproportionate burdens from fossil fuels and environmental hazards. Publications & Media : His recent studies highlight fossil fuel health risks, wildfire-oil infrastructure intersections, and disparities in pandemic outcomes linked to oil/gas exposure. He frequently engages with media to communicate science, including op-eds on racial inequality in housing/education systems and language justice in environmental sciences. Awards : None explicitly listed in the text. Labs/Teams : As Principal Investigator of the EQUIS Lab, he coordinates interdisciplinary teams to study environmental justice issues, integrating community voices into research design and policy advocacy.

Anu Lehtovuoriمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Electronics Engineering
• Nanoengineering
• Antenna Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

University Lecturer Anu Lehtovuori is affiliated with the Department of Electronics and Nanoengineering at Aalto University, where she actively bridges teaching and research. Her roles encompass academic teaching, project leadership, grant writing (e.g., Academy of Finland applications), and collaboration with doctoral students. She specializes in cutting-edge topics such as antenna design for 5G/6G systems, reconfigurable MIMO architectures, and RF technology for mobile devices. Her research focuses on optimizing antenna performance in compact environments, mitigating interference, and enhancing wireless communication efficiency. Notable areas include wideband antenna systems, decoupling techniques for multi-element arrays, and adaptive antenna-amplifier integration. Lehtovuori emphasizes practical applications, addressing challenges like user interaction effects on mobile antenna performance and minimizing electromagnetic emissions. Research Trends: Dominant themes include 6G IoT antenna solutions, mmWave component integration, and reconfigurable systems leveraging mutual coupling. Grants: Actively pursuing funding through initiatives like the Academy of Finland. Her contributions span both theoretical advancements (e.g., bandwidth optimization algorithms) and industrial applications (e.g., antenna cluster techniques for full-screen smartphones). While no specific awards are documented, her work reflects a strong focus on impactful, industry-relevant innovations.

Javier Irizarryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Unmanned Aerial Systems (Drones) in Construction
• Construction 4.0
• Reality Capture Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Javier Irizarry is a Professor and Interim Chair in the School of Building Construction at Georgia Tech's College of Design. He also serves as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Outreach , overseeing academic programs, diversity initiatives, and recruitment efforts. As Director of the CONECTech Lab, he pioneers research in Construction 4.0 and UAV applications for infrastructure challenges. Education : Ph.D. (Civil Engineering), Purdue University Masters in Engineering Management, Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico B.S. (Civil Engineering), University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Research Focus : Irizarry’s work integrates cutting-edge technologies into construction, including Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Reality Capture, Virtual/Augmented Reality, and Human Factors in Robotics. His lab develops frameworks for Construction 4.0 , emphasizing technology-driven solutions for safety and efficiency. Lab & Impact : The CONECTech Lab focuses on Construction 4.0 , advancing drone-based inspection systems, digital twins, and safety analytics. His research has led to over 100 publications, with applications in infrastructure monitoring, safety management, and educational tools. Leadership : As Associate Dean, Irizarry drives academic innovation and outreach, including pre-college programs and diversity strategies. He is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) and FAA-licensed drone pilot, bridging academia and industry.

• Climate Change Governance
• Urban Sustainability
• Transformative Research Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katharina Hölscher is an Assistant Professor in Just Transformation to Climate-Resilient Cities and Regions at Utrecht University's Department of Human Geography and Spatial Planning. She focuses on transformative climate governance, institutional learning, and co-creation approaches to address climate adaptation challenges in urban contexts. Her work spans Europe, the USA, India, and South Africa, emphasizing governance capacities for sustainability transitions. Education & Experience: PhD in Human Geography and Spatial Planning (details not specified). Previously affiliated with the Dutch Research Institute for Transitions (DRIFT) and Erasmus University Rotterdam (2014–2022). Involved in EU FP7, Horizon 2020, and NWO-funded projects, alongside policy advising for the German Environmental Agency. Research Interests: Her research explores governance mechanisms enabling experimentation, coordination, and co-creation in climate adaptation. Key topics include institutional learning, transformative governance capacities, and the integration of transdisciplinary methods like citizen science. She analyzes how urban governance structures can foster resilience and justice through nature-based solutions and wastewater reuse innovations. Grants & Projects: EU-funded projects (FP7, Horizon 2020) focused on urban climate governance and sustainability transitions. Leading roles in work packages addressing policy mainstreaming, impact assessment frameworks, and participatory methodologies. Labs/Teams: Associated with the Connecting Nature initiative and the DRIFT research group, collaborating on frameworks like the Connecting Nature Framework for fast-follower cities.

Arno Siebesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Data Mining
• Pattern Mining
• Minimum Description Length Principle
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Arno Siebes is Professor of Algorithmic Data Analysis in the Department of Information and Computing Sciences at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science. His research focuses on data mining methodologies, particularly pattern mining and Minimum Description Length (MDL) principles. Key research areas include: Developing efficient algorithms for pattern discovery Applying MDL to data characterization Creating interpretable models for complex datasets Addressing challenges in data science education Recent publications demonstrate applications in diverse domains including mobility analysis, genomic screening, and pandemic response. His work combines theoretical foundations with practical implementations for knowledge discovery.

Tigran Haasمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Urban Planning
• Sustainable Urbanism
• Public Space Design
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Tigran Haas is an Associate Professor and Tenured Faculty Member at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Urban Planning and Urban Design. He serves as Director of the Halcyon Athenaeum Laboratory (HAL) and former Director of the Centre for the Future of Places (CFP). He holds roles in multiple institutions, including Affiliate at MIT's Leventhal Center and Senior Research Fellow at the Centre for Local Governance (CLG). His work focuses on sustainable urbanism, public space design, post-conflict reconstruction, and urban renewal. Education: Advanced degrees in Architecture, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, and Regional Planning. Postdoctoral fellowships at MIT, UC Berkeley, and University of Michigan. Guest professor at Zagreb School of Economics and Management. Research Interests: Urban form and human behavior, authenticity in urban design, synchronicity in urban systems, and the post-urban world. Notable projects include the Trilogy on Social Housing, Ageing Society, and Loneliness. He edits over 30 academic journals and serves on international review boards. Articles Trends: Focus on public space dynamics, urban informality, heritage-driven development, and sustainable urban solutions. Recent work explores post-structural urban theory and global urban challenges. Awards: Regional Studies Association Book of the Year (2018), 15 CEO Leadership Awards, CFP Accolades. Advising & Grants: Supervised 18 PhD students and 125 MSc students. Coordinates research projects on urban form, authenticity, and synchronicity. Active in global urban networks like IMCL and RÊVE Research Institute. Labs/Teams: Halcyon Athenaeum Laboratory (HAL), former Civitas Athenaeum Laboratory (CAL). Collaborates with MIT, CLG, and the Urban Coalition ROZKVIT (Ukraine).

• Privacy-Preserving Algorithms
• Differential Privacy
• Federated Learning
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Shekelyan is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Computer Science at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), part of the School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the Libera Università di Bolzano (2018) and a Diploma in Media Informatics from the University of Munich (2014). His research focuses on developing algorithms and data structures for managing large and sensitive datasets, with a particular emphasis on privacy-preserving techniques like differential privacy and federated learning. He has held postdoctoral roles at the University of Warwick and King's College London before joining QMUL in 2023. Research Interests: Privacy-preserving algorithms, differential privacy, federated learning, data management systems, randomized algorithms, and efficient query processing. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications, aiming to enable secure data sharing while preserving individual privacy. Teaching: Leads undergraduate modules in Database Systems and Operating Systems at QMUL. His teaching emphasizes foundational concepts in computer science through rigorous coursework and practical projects. Grants and Funding: Currently supervises a PhD studentship titled 'Privacy-Preserving Algorithms: Unlocking Data Sharing for Medical Sciences & Machine Learning', funded by QMUL and open to UK home students. The role involves exploring privacy-preserving frameworks for collaborative data analysis. Professional Contributions: Serves as a reviewer for top-tier conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, SIGMOD, ICDE) and journals (IEEE TKDE, Data & Knowledge Engineering). Actively involved in conference organization, including NeurIPS Area Chair (2024) and ICDT Proceedings Chair (2024). Labs and Collaborations: Affiliated with the Centre for Fundamental Computer Science at QMUL, fostering interdisciplinary research in theoretical and applied computing. Engages with industry partners on privacy-enhancing technologies and data management solutions.

Catherine Booneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political Economy
• Comparative Politics
• Property Rights
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Catherine Boone holds the Harold Laski Chair in Political Science at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), concurrently serving as Programme Director for African Development in the Department of International Development and affiliated with the Department of Government. Her research focuses on political economy, property rights, and regional inequalities in Africa, emphasizing how land tenure systems shape political conflict and electoral dynamics. Boone has been funded by major institutions including the ESRC, SSRC, and World Bank. She is a Fellow of both the British and American Academies of Arts and Sciences. Current projects include studying commodity chain governance in Kenya and Côte d'Ivoire. Boone's 2014 book Property and Political Order: Land Rights and the Structure of Politics in Africa won the APSA Luebbert Book Award (2016). She leads initiatives like the APSA-ASA Africa Initiative and advises the SSRC African Peacebuilding Network. Boone’s research integrates spatial analysis and institutionalist frameworks to explain Africa’s political economies, challenging assumptions of institutional 'weakness' through empirical studies of land policies and electoral behavior. Education & Career : While specific academic credentials are not detailed here, Boone's career trajectory includes professorships at LSE since 2013, prior roles at universities in the US, and extensive fieldwork across West and East Africa. Her work bridges comparative politics and development studies, with a focus on subnational political structures. Research Interests : Boone investigates how property rights frameworks influence political stability, electoral competition, and ethnic conflict. Her work highlights how spatial inequalities—rooted in colonial-era policies—shape contemporary political dynamics in Africa. Recent projects examine land certification impacts and the governance of agricultural commodity chains. Awards & Grants : Boone has secured funding from the UK ESRC for the Spatial Inequalities in African Political Economy project (2023). Her accolades include the 2024 Distinguished Africanist Award and multiple best-book prizes. She has held leadership roles in APSA sections and African studies associations. Advising & Mentorship : While no specific student names are listed, Boone mentors through her LSE courses (e.g., African Political Economy) and research initiatives. Her work often involves collaborative field research teams in Kenya and Côte d'Ivoire. Labs & Teams : Boone coordinates interdisciplinary projects at LSE’s International Inequalities Institute and STICERD. Her research group analyzes geospatial data and conducts field experiments on land policy impacts.

Dharik Mallapragadaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Energy System Decarbonization
• Low-Carbon Technologies
• Optimization Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dharik Mallapragada is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at NYU Tandon School of Engineering, affiliated with the Center for Advanced Technology in Telecommunications (CATT). His research focuses on mathematical modeling to analyze low-carbon technologies and their integration into energy systems, emphasizing decarbonization pathways for developed and developing economies. He holds a B.Tech from IIT Madras and a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University. Key research areas include optimizing energy infrastructure planning, electricity market designs for decarbonization, and techno-economic assessments of hydrogen production and storage. Recent work explores repurposing coal plants into thermal storage, evaluating rate structures for renewables-dominant grids, and analyzing India’s energy transition challenges. Mallapragada’s work bridges computational techniques like optimization modeling and data analytics with real-world policy and geographical contexts. Publications highlight infrastructure synergies between power and gas systems, hydrogen production pathways, and electrification barriers in heavy industries. His research underscores the importance of flexible energy systems and equitable policy frameworks, particularly for emerging economies. The Sustainable Energy Transitions (SET) group he leads collaborates globally to address climate mitigation challenges through analytical tools and cross-sectoral solutions.

Sergej Stoppelمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Visual Data Science
• Data Visualization
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sergej Stoppel is currently a researcher (PostDoc) in the visualization group at the University of Bergen. His academic background includes a Mathematics master's degree (2014) and a PhD in 2018, both from the University of Bergen. His research focuses on visual data science, with an emphasis on interactive visualization techniques, human-computer interaction, and physical visualization systems. He has authored/co-authored numerous papers on topics such as hexagonal map enhancements, spatio-temporal data interaction, and low-cost physical art generation. Education: M.Sc. Mathematics (2014), University of Bergen PhD in Visualization (2018), University of Bergen Research Interests: His work spans data visualization, scientific visualization, and interactive techniques. Notable contributions include Vol²velle (printable interactive volume visualization widgets), Firefly (virtual illumination drones), and LinesLab (low-cost art generation systems). He explores methods to bridge the gap between virtual and physical visual representations, emphasizing user-centric design. Publications: His recent work includes advancements in hexagonal map visualization (2022), spatio-temporal selection techniques (2020), and illumination automation (2019). These contributions highlight his focus on enhancing data interpretation through novel interaction paradigms. Labs/Teams: Active member of the VisGroup at the University of Bergen, collaborating on projects like MetaVis and VIDI. His work is supported by grants involving visualization and medical imaging applications.

• Marine Spatial Planning
• Coastal Management
• Marine Renewable Energy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Anne Marie O'Hagan is a Senior Research Fellow at MaREI Centre in University College Cork, with over 20 years of expertise in coastal and marine research. Specializing in Marine Spatial Planning, Coastal Management, and Offshore Renewable Energy governance, she serves as Principal Investigator for the Marine Institute-funded CoCoMar project and coordinates the SIMAtlantic project. Dr. O'Hagan holds a PhD on the legal framework for integrated coastal management and a law degree from National University of Ireland, Galway. Her research program examines: Legal and policy frameworks for ocean energy development Marine spatial planning implementation Coastal resilience and climate adaptation Ecosystem-based management approaches Blue carbon potential and valuation Dr. O'Hagan's recent publications demonstrate extensive contributions to marine governance literature, with particular focus on regulatory frameworks for offshore renewables, integrated coastal management, and transboundary marine planning. Her work combines legal analysis with spatial planning approaches to address complex environmental challenges. She actively participates in international working groups including IEA-OES and ICES, and chairs the law and governance sub-group of Ireland's Expert Advisory Group on Marine Protected Areas. As an educator, Dr. O'Hagan guest lectures on marine law and policy in UCC's LLM and MSc programs, bridging scientific and legal perspectives on marine governance.

Gregorio Iglesiasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Renewable Energy
• Coastal Engineering
• Wave Energy Conversion
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Gregorio Iglesias is a Professor of Marine Renewable Energy at University College Cork (UCC) and Honorary Professor of Coastal Engineering at the University of Plymouth. His expertise lies in Marine Renewable Energy and Coastal Engineering, with a focus on wave and tidal energy systems, offshore wind integration, and coastal protection strategies. He has secured over €12M in research funding as Principal Investigator and authored/edited key texts such as Wave and Tidal Energy (Wiley) and Ocean Energy and Coastal Protection (Springer). Education: BEng (Civil Engineering, 1992), MEng (Civil Engineering, 1993), PhD (Engineering, 2001). Research Interests: Advanced modeling of wave energy converters, floating offshore wind turbines, coastal erosion mitigation, and climate change impacts on marine energy resources. His work bridges theoretical advancements and practical applications, including coasts like the Port of Gijón (Spain) and the Shannon Estuary. Recent publications highlight climate-driven renewable energy transitions, multi-hazard coastal resilience frameworks, and techno-economic assessments of offshore systems. He chairs the IEC Standards panel for wave energy device testing and serves as Subject Editor for Energy (Elsevier) . Professional Activities: Lead of Marine Renewable Energy research at MaREI (Ireland), former Head of the COAST Engineering Group at Plymouth (2012–2018), and member of PIANC’s Universities Consortium. His work has generated 5,459 citations with an h-index of 41. Teaching: Delivers modules on Ocean Energy (NE4003/NE6005) and Hydraulics (CE3007).