Ali Hamadi Dicko is a Researcher at the INRIA Rhone-Alpes laboratory, part of the IMAGINE team. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Grenoble, France, where his thesis focused on musculoskeletal systems for anatomical simulation. Previously, he worked as a teaching assistant at the University Pierre Mendès France, instructing computer science courses at the undergraduate level from 2011 to 2013. His research centers on modeling and simulating human body parts to aid medical device design. Key areas include ontology-based anatomical modeling, registration methods for 3D datasets, and integrating anatomical knowledge into simulation frameworks. By leveraging ontologies, he aims to streamline and accelerate the creation of personalized anatomical models for applications in surgery assistance and biomedical engineering. Though no specific awards or grants are mentioned, his work emphasizes collaboration with experts in computer science, neurosurgery, and biomedical engineering. His contributions to anatomical simulation and registration algorithms aim to bridge computational methods with clinical applications.
Johannes Kriegel is a Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Linz (FH-Linz), focusing on Societal & Social Innovation. His research emphasizes healthcare logistics, digital transformation in hospitals, and process optimization within healthcare systems. He has led multiple interdisciplinary projects, including PenAAL (Key Performance Measurement for Ambient Assisted Living solutions) and DALIA (Personal Virtual Assistant for Daily Activities), addressing challenges in elderly care and healthcare service models. His work spans strategic hospital management, sustainable healthcare practices, and the integration of technology in patient flow and resource allocation. Notable contributions include applying Lean methodologies to hospital pharmacies and operating theaters, as well as leveraging analytics for green hospital strategies. Kriegel actively engages in academic talks, presenting on topics such as robotics in hospital logistics and customer-oriented patient management. As a principal investigator (PI), he has secured funding for projects like BF-TeleMoniCare, exploring telemonitoring in outpatient care. His research outputs include peer-reviewed articles and conference contributions, with a focus on transforming healthcare operations through data-driven and technology-enhanced solutions.
Lorri L. Collins is a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Nursing within the College of Public Health at Temple University. With over a decade of clinical experience in maternal-child and pediatric nursing, she brings extensive real-world expertise into her academic role, teaching foundational and advanced undergraduate nursing courses. Her work bridges clinical practice, education, and operational leadership in academic nursing programs. Education: RN Diploma, Temple University Health System-Episcopal Bachelor of Science in Laboratory Science (concentration in Cytogenetics), Thomas Jefferson University Master of Science in Nursing Education, Drexel University Her research and professional interests center on nursing education, clinical simulation, maternal-child health, and clinical operations. She is certified in pediatric nursing and holds additional credentials in simulation and teaching in higher education. Her teaching portfolio includes key courses such as Foundations of Nursing, Health Assessment, and Generalist Nursing Practice across medical-surgical, psychiatric, maternal-child, and internship settings. Lorri is recognized for developing and managing the Regional Fetal Evaluation Center at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a program serving high-risk maternal-fetal patients across the tri-state region. This achievement highlights her skills in clinical leadership and program innovation. She previously served as Clinical Operations Manager at Temple University, where she streamlined clinical placement processes, contract compliance, and evaluation systems for over 500 students, clinical faculty, preceptors, and 40 clinical sites. Her transition to full-time clinical instruction reflects her dedication to student success and individualized learning support. Professional Recognitions: Certified Pediatric Nurse Certificate in Simulation Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education Lorri actively contributes to the development of future nurses by integrating didactic knowledge with clinical and simulation experiences, emphasizing learner-centered education and clinical excellence.
Daniel Cornel is a researcher affiliated with TU Wien's Department of Engineering Hydrology, part of the E222-02 research group. He holds a Dipl.-Ing. (engineering diploma) and a Dr.techn. (technical doctorate). His work focuses on integrating computational methods with environmental hydrology, emphasizing flood modeling, high-performance computing, and geospatial visualization. Cornel collaborates extensively with experts like Prof. Günter Blöschl and Prof. Jürgen Waser on projects such as the HORA 3.0 flood risk zoning initiative. His research interests span GPU-accelerated flood simulations, hydrodynamic modeling at regional scales, and decision-support systems for disaster management. Notable contributions include developing interactive visualization tools for real-time flood data and VR-based training modules for emergency response. Cornel also explores algorithm optimization for terrain modeling and subsurface network visualization. Key projects include the 'Integrated Simulation and Visualization for Flood Management' framework and the 'Master of Disaster' VR training system. His work bridges computational science with environmental engineering, addressing both technical challenges and practical applications in flood risk mitigation.
Sheldon H. Jacobson is a Founder Professor of Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, holding appointments in Industrial and Enterprise Systems Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, and the College of Medicine. He serves as Director of the Simulation and Optimization Laboratory and Founding Director of both the Bed Time Research Institute and the Institute for Computational Redistricting. Dr. Jacobson earned his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mathematics from McGill University and his Ph.D. in Operations Research from Cornell University. Prior to joining the University of Illinois in 1999, he served on the faculties at Case Western Reserve University (Weatherhead School of Management, 1988-1993) and Virginia Tech (Industrial and Systems Engineering, 1993-1999). His research focuses on applying operations research and optimization-based artificial intelligence to address societal problems of national interest. Key areas include aviation security analytics, computational redistricting, public health data analytics, sports analytics (particularly NCAA bracketology), and decision-making under uncertainty. His work has pioneered the field of aviation security analytics, with research on multi-level passenger screening forming the foundation for TSA PreCheck. He has also made significant contributions to pediatric vaccine formulary design, the relationship between transportation and obesity, and computational approaches to combat gerrymandering. Dr. Jacobson's scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on applying analytical methods to real-world problems. His recent publications reflect expertise in aviation security, immigration policy, election analytics, and risk-based decision making. The articles show his ability to translate complex analytical concepts into accessible policy discussions for broader audiences. Guggenheim Fellowship (2003) INFORMS Impact Prize (2018) INFORMS President's Award (2023) IISE David F. Baker Distinguished Research Award (2017) Election as Fellow of AAAS (2020), INFORMS (2013), and IISE (2011) As an educator, Dr. Jacobson has directed 27 Ph.D. dissertations and secured over $5 million in research funding from the National Science Foundation and Air Force Office of Scientific Research. He has taught courses including Advanced Stochastic Processes and Simulation. Through his leadership of the Bed Time Research Institute, he has launched several public-facing websites including BracketOdds, ElectionAnalytics, DrivingObesity, and Redistricting, designed to communicate research value and promote STEM literacy. His policy-relevant research has informed government decision-making at the highest levels.
Melik Dölen is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Middle East Technical University (Ankara Campus). He holds a B.Sc. from Istanbul Technical University (1990), M.Sc. from the University of New Hampshire (1994), and Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2000). His research spans Precision Engineering , MEMS , Smart Electrical Drives , and Manufacturing Optimization . Specializes in additive manufacturing, CNC machining, and hybrid systems. Utilizes neural networks for predictive modeling in mechanical systems. Develops FPGA-based controllers for industrial automation. His recent work focuses on adaptive toolpath generation for 3D printing, hybrid manufacturing trends, and optimization algorithms. He has not received any publicly listed scientific awards. Email: dolen@metu.edu.tr
Ion Paraschivoiu is a Full Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal, with a distinguished career spanning several decades in aerospace engineering and renewable energy research. His academic journey began at the Polytechnic University of Bucharest where he earned his B.Sc.A., M.Eng., and Ph.D., and has flourished at Polytechnique Montréal where he has established himself as a leading researcher in his fields. Professor Paraschivoiu's research interests focus on aircraft aerodynamics, particularly aircraft icing phenomena, dynamic stall characteristics, and wind energy systems with emphasis on vertical axis wind turbines (Darrieus type). His work bridges theoretical analysis, computational fluid dynamics, and practical applications in both aviation safety and sustainable energy production. His research has significant implications for improving aircraft safety in icing conditions and optimizing wind turbine performance for renewable energy generation. His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly productivity with 124 documented publications including journal articles, conference papers, and book chapters. His recent work (including a 2025 publication) continues to advance knowledge in wind turbine ice dynamics and aerodynamic modeling. Professor Paraschivoiu has supervised 24 graduate students (3 doctoral and 21 master's), mentoring the next generation of engineers in aerospace and mechanical disciplines. 2005 - Doctorat honoris causa - Université Constantin Brâncuși 2002 - Doctor honoris causa - Université d'Oradea 1999 - Prix de la ministre de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport - Gouvernement du Québec 1997 - Doctorat honoris causa - Université Polytechnique de Bucarest Professor Paraschivoiu's research has been consistently supported through grants that have enabled his work on aircraft icing simulation, wind turbine aerodynamics, and heat transfer applications. His collaborations with researchers like Frédérick Gosselin (as noted in a 2023 press review in La Presse) demonstrate ongoing engagement with contemporary challenges in wind energy technology. His educational materials have been recognized by the Quebec government for their quality and contribution to French-language engineering education.
Amany Sadat serves as a Lecturer in Adult Nursing at the University of Salford's School of Health and Society, where she acts as Module Lead for the Transdisciplinary Science (TDS) program. A Fellow of the Higher Education Authority (FHEA), she bridges extensive clinical expertise with academic instruction, having previously worked in Cardio-thoracic Post-Anaesthetic Care Units and theatre recovery across UK NHS and Independent hospitals. Her educational foundation includes an MSc in Nursing Education (2016), which catalyzed her transition to an Education Practitioner role at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust in 2015. This clinical-academic trajectory informs her commitment to enhancing patient care through innovative education. Research priorities center on Nursing Education methodologies, Student Experience optimization, Digital Health integration, Cardiothoracic Nursing applications, and Qualitative Research approaches. She actively champions technology-enhanced learning environments and authentic clinical simulation to prepare future nurses for evolving healthcare demands. 2024 research outputs reveal a cohesive focus on digital transformation in nursing practice and pedagogy. Her publications analyze technology's role in streamlining clinical workflows while emphasizing authentic learning experiences that mirror real-world patient care scenarios, positioning digital innovation as critical for next-generation nursing education. Professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Authority (FHEA) As an active Royal College of Nursing member, she contributes to the Centre for Applied Health Research at Salford. Current initiatives prioritize developing technology-integrated curricula that address gaps in clinical authenticity while advancing digital competencies among pre-registration nursing students.
