جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Michel Dupuisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Renewable Energy Materials
• Computational Chemistry
• Multi-scale Modeling
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michel Dupuis is a Research Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University at Buffalo (UB), affiliated with the Computation and Data-enabled Science and Engineering (CDSE) program, RENEW Institute, and the New York State Center of Excellence in Materials Informatics (CMI). His research focuses on computational design of renewable energy materials, leveraging multi-scale/multi-physics modeling and high-performance computing. Key areas include photocatalytic water oxidation, electrocatalytic hydrogen production, and semiconductor charge dynamics. Educated at the Ecole Polytechnique (France) and UB (PhD, 1976), Dupuis has held senior roles at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and IBM. He is a Fellow of the American Physical Society and AAAS, and a member of the International Academy of Quantum Molecular Science. His NWChem software contributes widely to computational chemistry. Research Highlights: Design of novel materials for solar fuels, defect engineering in semiconductors, and predictive computational methods. Awards: Over 225+ publications (28,000+ citations), prestigious fellowships, and international academy memberships. Key Tools: DFT simulations, hybrid density functional theory, and mesoscale modeling frameworks. His work bridges fundamental theory and applied energy solutions, addressing global challenges in clean energy conversion and storage.

Peter R. Millsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Archaeology
• Historical Archaeology
• Geoarchaeology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Peter R. Mills is a Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Heritage Management MA Program at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo. He has been teaching since 1997 and received the Frances Davis Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2001). He holds a B.A. from the University of Vermont (1984), an M.A. from Washington State University (1987), and a Ph.D. from U.C. Berkeley (dissertation on Hawaiian-Russian Fort Pāʻulaʻula). His research focuses on non-destructive sourcing of Polynesian stone tools, historical archaeology of Hawaiian ranching, and geoarchaeology. He collaborates with Dr. Steve Lundblad using EDXRF technology, supported by an NSF grant (2004). He led the UH Hilo MA in Heritage Management program since its inception in 2015, now permanently established to train local communities in applied archaeology and cultural impact assessment. Research Highlights: Mills pioneered studies on Hawaiian-Russian colonial interactions (e.g., his 2002 book Hawaiʻi's Russian Adventure ). He investigates ranching sites in Humuʻula and Keanakolu, exploring paniolo (Hawaiian cowboys) cultural fusion. His work addresses globalized economies' impacts on 19th-century Hawaiʻi and decolonizing heritage management practices. He has held leadership roles in the Society for Hawaiian Archaeology, Paniolo Preservation Society, and other heritage boards. Publications span archaeometric analyses, historical reconstructions, and methodological innovations. Awards include the 2022 Public Archaeology Award from the Society for Hawaiian Archaeology. His Geoarchaeology Lab at UH Hilo supports student research, field schools, and community engagement. Grants include NSF funding for volcanic artifact studies and collaborative projects with Nevada’s University. Students supervised include those marked with # in publications, contributing to regional archaeological knowledge.

Diego Fernando da Silva Paschoalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Theoretical Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
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Prof. Diego Fernando da Silva Paschoal is an Adjunct Professor IV of Physical Chemistry at the Instituto Multidisciplinar de Química (IMQ) of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), since 2015. He is also a guest researcher at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) under a CNPq Postdoctoral Fellowship. His research focuses on theoretical and computational chemistry, including computational protocols for molecular modeling, atomic basis sets, nonlinear optical properties, and sustainable drug design. He leads the Núcleo de Química Teórica e Computacional de Macaé (NQTCM) and Núcleo de Estudos em Química Energética e Ambiental de Macaé (NEQEAM), and coordinates research initiatives at UFRJ-Macaé. Notable contributions include studies on anticancer gold complexes, CO2 capture using graphene-based materials, and drug discovery against SARS-CoV-2. His work aligns with UN SDGs 3 (Health), 4 (Education), 7 (Energy), and 13 (Climate Action). Education: PhD in Chemistry (2014), Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF); BSc and Licenciatura in Chemistry (2009/2008). Affiliations: Brazilian Chemical Society (SBQ), International Society of Theoretical Chemical Physics (ISTCP). Research interests span computational nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) parameters, relativistic effects in quantum chemistry, and educational technology. He has authored over 47 publications, with recent work on drug design, sustainable materials, and computational methods for spectroscopic analysis. Awards: Young Scientist of Our State (JCNE) Fellowship from FAPERJ. He supervises research in the NQTCM and NEQEAM labs, focusing on interdisciplinary projects combining chemistry, materials science, and environmental sustainability. Collaborations include studies on solar cell development and digital education tools.

• Radiochemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. McGregor holds the academic rank of Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Lehman College, City University of New York (CUNY). Their research focuses on radiochemistry, environmental chemistry, and materials science, with a strong emphasis on technetium-99 speciation, reduction strategies, and nuclear waste management. They actively contribute to chemical education through innovative flipped classroom approaches and video-based curricula integration for radiochemistry topics. Research Interests include: Technetium chemistry and its environmental implications Photochemical and chemical reduction of radiometals Polyoxometalate-based metal oxide mimics Proton transfer mechanisms in biopolymers Nanomaterials for nuclear waste immobilization Recent articles highlight advancements in technetium speciation via XAFS, photoreduction using Keggin polyoxometalates, and CdSe cluster stability studies. Their work bridges fundamental science with practical applications in nuclear waste treatment and renewable energy materials. Prof. McGregor has advised students like Hossam Gamal Elshendid. Their research grants focus on technetium immobilization and educational innovation in chemistry pedagogy. Current lab activities involve designing novel proton-conducting membranes and studying technetium behavior in legacy waste matrices.

Bernd Meyerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Surface Chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Bernd Meyer is a Professor of Computational Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry and Pharmacy, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg. His research bridges theoretical and experimental approaches to investigate nanomaterials, surface chemistry, and molecular dynamics. Computational Chemistry Materials Science Surface Stability Molecular Dynamics Nanomaterials Photovoltaics Organic-Inorganic Hybrids Recent publications focus on adsorption mechanisms of molecules on metal oxides, design of porphyrin-based hybrids with tunable optoelectronic properties, and algorithm optimizations for ab initio molecular dynamics. His work integrates first-principles simulations with experimental validation to address challenges in energy materials and surface engineering. Contact: bernd.meyer@fau.de | Room 2.308, Nägelsbachstraße 25, Erlangen | Phone: +49 9131 85-20403

Ian Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biosensors
• Diagnostic Systems
• Analytical Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ian White is an Associate Professor in the Fischell Department of Bioengineering at the University of Maryland, College Park. He leads the Amplified Molecular Sensors Lab, focused on developing next-generation biosensing systems. His research emphasizes novel amplification strategies and assay automation to improve diagnostic simplicity and sensitivity. Key projects include thermally responsive alkane partitions (TRAPs) for sample-to-answer tests and phenotypically amplified β-lactamase (PhABL) assays for detecting multidrug-resistant pathogens. Joined University of Maryland in 2008 Postdoctoral training at the University of Missouri (2005–2008) Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University (2002) Research interests span biosensing technologies, molecular diagnostics, and nanotechnology applications in healthcare. His lab has pioneered innovations in paper-based SERS sensors and disposable diagnostic systems funded by NIAID, NHLBI, and NSF grants. Current projects include detecting viruses in wastewater, trauma-induced organ failure biomarkers, and antimicrobial resistance screening. Lab members have developed commercialized technologies via spin-off companies like Diagnostic anSERS. Awards include NIAID R01 grants and Maryland Industrial Partnerships funding. Over 40 peer-reviewed publications and numerous patents highlight his contributions to analytical chemistry and biomedical engineering.

• Soil Science
• Biogeochemistry
• Environmental Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Katja Heister serves as Department Head of the GeoLab at Utrecht University's Faculty of Geosciences since September 2015. She is responsible for the operation of the GeoLab, including supervision of daily operational processes and development of long-term vision in collaboration with scientists and stakeholders. She works alongside operational manager Bernadette Marchand as part of the lab management team. Dr. Heister's research focuses on soil science and biogeochemistry, with particular emphasis on mineral-organic matter interactions, soil structure development, and contaminant behavior in soil environments. Her work integrates soil physics, chemistry, and microbiology to understand fundamental soil processes using artificial soil systems as experimental models. She has made significant contributions to understanding how clay minerals influence carbon and nitrogen cycling, microbial community development, and pollutant fate in soils. Analysis of Dr. Heister's publication record from 2014-2019 reveals consistent research themes in soil biogeochemistry, with particular focus on artificial soil systems, mineral-organic matter interactions, and contaminant remediation. Her work demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches combining advanced analytical techniques with ecological and geochemical principles to address fundamental questions in soil science. As Department Head of GeoLab, Dr. Heister oversees laboratory operations and strategic development while maintaining active research collaborations. She works closely with scientists across disciplines to advance soil science research methodologies and applications.

Walter Prochaskaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Archaeometry
• Geochemistry
• Marble Provenance Analysis
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Walter Prochaska is an Associate Professor affiliated with the Austrian Archaeological Institute at the Austrian Academy of Sciences. His research focuses on archaeometric analysis of white marble provenance in Roman contexts, utilizing geochemical and petrographic methods. Key projects include marble sourcing in Roman Thrace, Corinth, and Ephesos, with significant contributions to establishing provenance databases. Position: Associate Professor Institution: Austrian Academy of Sciences Institute: Austrian Archaeological Institute His work intersects Archaeometry and Material Science , examining marble trade networks across the Roman Empire . Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches combining geoarchaeology with database development to trace marble origins. Scientific awards and honors are not explicitly mentioned in the available data. His expertise in marble provenance analysis has been applied to sites in Bulgaria, Turkey, Greece, and North Africa, revealing patterns of material circulation and workshop dynamics.

Jin Woo Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Bio/Nano Technology
• Biologically Inspired Nanotechnology
• Biomedical Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Jin Woo Kim is a Professor at the University of Arkansas in Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and Materials Science & Engineering. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Pohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH). With a Ph.D. in Biological Engineering from Texas A&M University and a dual B.S. from Seoul National University and University of Iowa, his work bridges biologically inspired nanotechnology with applications in tissue engineering , drug delivery , and programmable self-assembly . Education: B.S. in Chemical & Biological Engineering (Seoul National University), B.S. in Microbiology (University of Iowa), M.S. in Biology (University of Wisconsin), Ph.D. in Biological and Agricultural Engineering (Texas A&M) Current Positions: Director of Bio/Nano Technology Group (2001–present), Graduate Coordinator of Biological Engineering (2006–present) His research focuses on bio/nano interfacing and programmable self-assembly to create multifunctional hierarchical structures for advanced materials. This spans biomedical , agricultural , and energy applications . His work has been cited in Nature , Science , and Nature Nanotechnology . Scientific awards include: Fellow of IEEE (2022) for contributions to nanoscale fabrication Fellow of AIMBE (2017) for bio/abio interface research Arkansas Biosciences Institute Investigator of the Year (2019) Multiple Outstanding Researcher and Mentor Awards at the University of Arkansas He holds editorial roles as Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Open Journal of Nanotechnology and Senior Editor of IEEE Transactions on Nanotechnology . His leadership roles in IEEE Nanotechnology Council include President-Elect (2023) and Vice President for Conferences (2021–2022).

• Quantitative Ultrasound
• Medical Ultrasound Imaging
• Preterm Birth Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aiguo Han serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His research program specializes in advancing quantitative ultrasound methodologies for clinical diagnostics across multiple medical domains. Dr. Han's work centers on Quantitative Ultrasound with primary applications in obstetrics (preterm birth risk assessment through cervical tissue analysis), hepatology (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease characterization), musculoskeletal imaging (rotator cuff assessment), and oncology (tumor microstructure modeling). His research emphasizes measurement reproducibility, clinical translation of real-time tools, and addressing health disparities in maternal care. Key technical contributions include backscattering coefficient analysis, attenuation modeling, and novel ultrasound scattering frameworks. Publication trends reveal strong momentum in clinical implementation, particularly for maternal health applications. Recent work demonstrates automated field-of-interest determination in cervical ultrasound, remote monitoring systems for postpartum cardiovascular complications, and high-frequency techniques for musculoskeletal imaging. His tumor microstructure modeling represents innovative cross-disciplinary work bridging ultrasound physics and cancer diagnostics. Collaborations span obstetrics, gynecology, and biomedical engineering departments with significant industry and clinical partnerships.

Igor Roncevicمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computational Chemistry
• Theoretical Chemistry
• Materials Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Igor Roncevic is a Lecturer in Computational and Theoretical Chemistry, focusing on interdisciplinary research spanning materials science, organic chemistry, and theoretical physics. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through innovations in molecular design and energy-related materials. Research Interests Computational modeling of porphyrin-based systems and nanomaterials Electronic and structural characterization of antiaromatic and aromatic compounds Energy levels and charge transfer dynamics in molecular systems Development of novel carbon allotropes and their applications Recent Research Trends Roncevic’s articles emphasize porphyrin nanorings, cyclocarbon stabilization, and bistable electronic states. His work explores quantum interference phenomena, phase transitions in liquid metals, and photoswitchable molecular arrays. These studies bridge theoretical predictions with experimental validation, often using density functional theory (DFT) and advanced spectroscopic techniques. Advising Roncevic is currently accepting PhD students interested in computational chemistry and nanomaterials. He collaborates with international teams across Europe and the US, focusing on projects funded by grants in materials science and energy research.

Charles Romainمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Charles Romain is a Lecturer in Chemistry at Imperial College London, leading the Poly(Cat) research group. His work focuses on sustainable polymers, catalysis, and renewable resource utilization. He holds positions in the Department of Chemistry within the Faculty of Natural Sciences and is affiliated with the Grantham Institute and the Institute for Digital Molecular Design and Fabrication (DigiFAB). Educational Background PhD in Chemical Engineering from Université de Strasbourg (2011), supervised by Dr. Samuel Dagorne and Dr. Stéphane Bellemin-Laponnaz. M.Sc. in Chemistry from Université de Rennes 1 and engineering degree from École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Rennes (2008). Research Interests Romain’s research emphasizes sustainable polymer development, including renewable resource-based monomers, metal catalyst design, and end-of-life material solutions. His group investigates noncovalent interactions in catalysis, FAIR data practices, and polymer architecture control through advanced methodologies. Key themes include: Development of catalytic systems for CO₂ utilization and epoxide/carbonate copolymerization. Design of biodegradable and chemoselective polymers from biomass-derived feedstocks. Integration of renewable resources into polymer synthesis frameworks. Publications & Outreach Romain has authored over 30 publications (citations >1,500), 3 patents, and book chapters, with recent work focusing on aluminum catalysts, NHC-stabilized complexes, and FAIR data workflows. His group actively engages in outreach via events like Imperial Festival and the Native Scientist program. Labs & Collaborations He leads the Poly(Cat) Lab at Imperial’s Molecular Sciences Research Hub, collaborating with industry (e.g., Econic Technologies) and academic institutions on catalyst development and sustainable materials. His team explores interdisciplinary approaches to bridge chemistry, engineering, and computational methods.

• Analytical Chemistry
• Environmental Chemistry
• Forensic Chemistry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gretchen E. Potts is a UC Foundation Professor of Chemistry and Department Head of Biology, Geology, and Environmental Science at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She holds a PhD in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Florida (2000) and a BS in Chemistry from Miami University (1996). Her research focuses on analytical spectroscopy, forensic chemistry, environmental chemistry, and bioremediation, often involving undergraduate students. She teaches courses including General Chemistry, Quantitative Analysis, and Methods of Environmental Analysis. Dr. Potts has served in leadership roles such as Faculty Senate President and chairs committees including the Council of Academic Department Heads. She advises the Pre-Medical Society and engages in community outreach through initiatives like the Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy and the Chattanooga Donor Services. Her research highlights include analyzing cigarette litter leachates, electronic cigarette components, and organic gunshot residues using techniques like ICP-OES and HPLC. She emphasizes active learning in STEM education and has published on pedagogical strategies for millennial students. Dr. Potts volunteers with organizations such as the American Chemical Society and the UTC Biology Seminar Series, contributing to both academic and community spheres.

Gail A. Cornwallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biological Amyloids
• Reproductive Biology
• Neurodegeneration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gail A. Cornwall, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Biochemistry at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. Her research bridges reproductive biology, neuroscience, and structural biochemistry, focusing on the dual roles of biological amyloids in physiological functions and disease mechanisms. Education: Ph.D. in Reproductive Biology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Dr. Cornwall's pioneering work centers on functional amyloids—protein aggregates that perform critical biological roles rather than causing pathology. Her lab investigates three interconnected research pillars: the host defense functions of amyloid matrices in the reproductive tract, the structural mechanisms of functional amyloid assembly, and the potential role of sperm amyloids as epigenetic carriers of transgenerational disease. She discovered that the epididymal lumen contains a functional amyloid matrix that traps or kills bacteria depending on pathogen virulence, functioning as a mammalian counterpart to bacterial biofilms. Concurrently, her team explores how similar amyloid structures in the brain may regulate synaptic plasticity, and how environmental toxins induce transmissible amyloid formations in sperm that correlate with inherited disease phenotypes. Analysis of Dr. Cornwall's 15 most recent publications (2023-2012) reveals a cohesive trajectory examining amyloid plasticity across biological systems. Her work consistently integrates structural biology (X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy), transgenic models, and translational approaches to demonstrate how functional amyloids provide evolutionary advantages in host defense while maintaining the structural versatility to contribute to neurodegenerative diseases when dysregulated. Dr. Cornwall leads a multidisciplinary laboratory employing biochemical, cell biological, and biophysical methodologies—including recombinant protein systems, gene knockout mouse models, and advanced imaging—to study amyloid dynamics. Her team maintains active collaborations with structural biologists (R. Bryan Sutton), NMR spectroscopists (Michael P. Latham, Benjamin J. Wylie), and reproductive physiologists to dissect amyloid assembly mechanisms at atomic resolution. Information regarding Dr. Cornwall's student advising roles and specific research grants was not provided in the source materials.

Randall Schaetzlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soils Geomorphology
• Glacial Landforms
• Quaternary Geology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Randall Schaetzl serves as a University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Geography, Environment, and Spatial Sciences at Michigan State University. He holds joint appointments in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science at MSU and with the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey. His career has focused on soils, geomorphology, and Quaternary processes , particularly in the Great Lakes region. Michigan State University Department of Earth and Environmental Science (MSU) Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey Dr. Schaetzl's research spans four decades and integrates pedogenesis, glacial geology, and eolian sediment dynamics . He emphasizes fieldwork and GIS applications, producing innovative spatial analyses of loess deposits, glacial retreat patterns, and soil-landform relationships. His work on podzolization and lessivage has redefined understanding of clay translocation processes. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on loess deposition mechanisms , glacial lake dynamics , and climate-soil interactions . Key trends include: Integration of luminescence dating with geomorphological analysis Quantitative GIS-based mapping of surficial deposits Interdisciplinary studies linking soils with archaeological features Focus on Holocene and Late Pleistocene landscapes Collaborative research across North America and Europe Scientific recognition includes Fellowships in both the Geological Society of America and Soil Science Society of America, as well as membership in Phi Beta Kappa and Sigma Xi. He has mentored numerous graduate students and directed funded research projects examining soil dynamics in glaciated landscapes. His teaching portfolio includes advanced courses like Seminar in Physical Geography (GEO 871) and Soil Geomorphology Field Study (GEO 408) , the latter involving intensive field work across Michigan's diverse glacial terrains. The Quaternary Landscapes Research Group at MSU benefits from his leadership and methodological expertise.