جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Dean Burryمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Composition
• Opera for Young People
• Canadian Music
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Dean Burry is an Assistant Professor at Queen’s University’s Dan School of Drama and Music, specializing in music composition and libretto writing. He holds degrees from Mount Allison University (B.Mus. in Saxophone Performance) and the University of Toronto (DMA in Composition, Mus.M. in Theory & Composition). As a leading composer of children’s opera and Canadian music, he has created over twelve theatrical works for young audiences, including the landmark opera The Brothers Grimm , performed over 600 times and recognized as the most performed Canadian opera. His works span orchestral pieces like Tracing Colville (inspired by WWII artist Alex Colville) and chamber music such as The Highwayman , released on Centrediscs/NAXOS. He also serves as founding Artistic Director of the Watershed Festival, Reimagining Music Theatre. Education: DMA (Composition), University of Toronto; Mus.M. (Theory & Composition), University of Toronto; B.Mus. (Saxophone Performance), Mount Allison University. Research interests include music for young audiences, Canadian identity in composition, and historical narratives through opera. Notable works include Shanawdithit (DORA Award-winning opera about Beothuk Nation history), Il Giudizio di Pigmalione (myth-based opera), and String Quartet No. 1 (exploring deafness and vibration in music). His outreach includes the Canadian Opera Company’s Education Department and the After-School Opera Program, engaging thousands of youth nationwide. Recent achievements include the 2020 DORA Award for Shanawdithit , the 2011 Louis Applebaum Award, and commissions from institutions like the Kingston Symphony Orchestra and Canadian Children’s Opera Company. His works are performed internationally, with premieres in China, Slovenia, and Brazil.

John Estesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• String Theory
• High-Energy Theoretical Physics
• Gauge/Gravity Duality (AdS/CFT Correspondence)
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Estes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Physics at the State University of New York at Old Westbury. He teaches courses such as Structure of Physics I and II, their labs, and General Physics III. His academic background includes a B.S. from the California Institute of Technology (2002), a Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles (2008), and postdoctoral research at Imperial College London, KU Leuven, École Polytechnique, and École Normale Supérieure. Dr. Estes' research focuses on theoretical physics, particularly string theory and its applications. His interests include gauge/gravity duality (AdS/CFT correspondence), strongly coupled systems, cosmological and astrophysical applications of string theory, perturbation theory in string physics, and the role of boundaries/interfaces in fundamental physics. His work is indexed on INSPIRE HEP. No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. He currently has no documented advisees or students listed. His professional activities are centered on teaching and theoretical research in physics.

Esther Morgan-Ellisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music History
• Community Singing Practices
• Appalachian Music
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Esther Morgan-Ellis is a Professor of Music at the University of North Georgia (UNG), where she teaches music history, world music, and Appalachian music. She serves as Assistant Director of the Georgia Appalachian Studies Center and previously held roles in Academic Engagement. Her research focuses on participatory music practices, including community singing traditions in silent-era cinemas, Appalachian folk music, and contemporary participatory music-making. She is also active in music pedagogy, co-authoring the open-access textbook Resonances and editing volumes on music history teaching strategies. Education includes a Ph.D., M.Phil., and M.A. in Music History from Yale University (2013), and a B.M. in Instrumental Performance from the University of Puget Sound (2006). Her work bridges historical and contemporary practices, with emphasis on how music mediates community identity and social cohesion. Key research areas include: Sacred Harp singing and communal composition Music in early 20th-century picture palaces Appalachian music preservation Music education innovation Publications include Everybody Sing! (2018), the Oxford Handbook of Community Singing (2024), and over 30 articles in journals like Journal of Historical Research in Music Education and Frontiers in Psychology . She also maintains active roles in folk music communities, teaching fiddle and serving as President of the Georgia Pick & Bow Traditional Music School. Her recent work explores digital mediation of music-making during the pandemic, race and gender in music pedagogy, and cross-genre musical boundaries in teaching contexts.

Lara Pudwellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Enumerative Combinatorics
• Permutation Patterns
• Combinatorics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lara Pudwell is a Full Professor and the Dixon W. and Herta E. Benz Professor in the Department of Mathematics & Statistics at Valparaiso University. She specializes in enumerative combinatorics, permutation patterns, and undergraduate research mentoring. Her work often explores pattern avoidance in permutations, rook monoids, and combinatorial structures. Education: Ph.D. in Mathematics, Rutgers University (2008) B.S. and B.A., Valparaiso University (2003) Research Interests: Lara’s research focuses on permutation patterns, combinatorial enumeration, and the application of combinatorial methods to problems in algebra, geometry, and theoretical computer science. She is particularly known for her work on pattern-avoiding permutations and enumeration schemes, as well as her contributions to undergraduate research and mentoring. Professional Activities: Lara has been an invited speaker at conferences such as the Sonia Kovalevsky Day and has participated in organizing events like MathPath. She actively contributes to mathematical communities through talks, journal articles, and mentoring programs. Labs/Teams: She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and mentors students in research projects, including those supported by NSF grants. Her work often involves experimental mathematics and computational tools for combinatorial analysis.

Jacob Bendaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Organ Performance
• Liturgical Music
• Sacred Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacob Benda is an Adjunct Professor in the Music Department at the University of Saint Thomas, serving as the Organ Area Professor and Director of Music, Liturgy & Sacred Arts at the Chapel of Saint Thomas Aquinas. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Organ Performance from Louisiana State University. His expertise spans organ performance, liturgical music, and sacred arts, with a focus on revitalizing the works of 20th-century composer Clarence Mader. Benda is an active recitalist, lecturer, and organ consultant, performing globally and collaborating with renowned groups like the Brooklyn Youth Chorus and the Quatuor International de Saxophones. His research emphasizes historical performance practices and new music, including premieres of compositions by Pamela Decker and James Sclater. Benda’s landmark recording Music at Midnight was praised for its revival of Mader’s organ music. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Ruth and Clarence Mader Memorial Scholarship Fund and previously led the Twin Cities Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Benda teaches organ and harpsichord performance courses, including GMUS 570/575 and MUSP 135/235 , focusing on advanced techniques and elective studies. He also instructs THEO 224 , exploring sacred music’s theological dimensions in Catholic worship. His 2023 engagements include European tours, solo recitals at cathedrals like the Cathedral of St. Joseph the Workman, and performances with the University of St. Thomas String Orchestra. Benda’s work bridges historical and contemporary music, emphasizing liturgical relevance and pedagogical innovation.

Juanita Beckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Piano Performance
• Music History
• Chamber Music
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Juanita Becker is a Professor in the Department of Music at Wisconsin Lutheran College (WLC), where she has been teaching since 2001. Prior to joining WLC, she served as an Assistant Professor of Piano at Truman State University (1998–2001). Her expertise lies in Piano Performance, Music Theory, and pedagogy, with a focus on preparing students for service in church music contexts. She holds a Doctor of Music degree from Florida State University and has a longstanding commitment to music ministry, beginning at age 12 in Florida. Education: B.M. (Piano Performance), Oberlin College Conservatory of Music, 1975 M.M. (Piano Performance), University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Music, 1981 D.M. (Piano Performance: Accompanying and Chamber Music), Florida State University School of Music, 1998 Research Interests: Becker’s research explores Dutch composers, such as Henriette Bosmans, and their underrepresented works. Her doctoral treatise on Bosmans led to conference presentations, a CD compilation, and a published biography. She has also collaborated internationally, including a guest artist role with the Barbados National Youth Symphony Orchestra in 2014 and a 2012 CD release featuring Dutch chamber music. These efforts highlight her mission to introduce audiences to lesser-known composers and their contributions to classical music. Service and Affiliations: Becker actively serves WLC’s Music Department, coordinating student accompanists and acting as the liaison for adjunct instructors and the Philomusica String Quartet in Residence. She has contributed to institutional committees such as the Rank and Promotion Committee and the Assessment Committee. Additionally, she sponsors the student organization 'Crafting for a Cause' and has been an organist at Nain Lutheran Church since 2020. Labs/Teams: She oversees the Student Accompanying Program and collaborates with the Philomusica String Quartet in Residence, fostering opportunities for ensemble performance and academic engagement. Her work extends to international music education through her involvement with the Barbados National Youth Symphony Orchestra workshops.

Edward Teoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• General Relativity
• Gravitation
• Black Hole Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Edward Teo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the National University of Singapore (NUS), Faculty of Science. He earned his PhD from the University of Cambridge, UK in 1994 and has established himself as a leading researcher in General Relativity and Gravitation. Professor Teo's research focuses on exact solutions of general relativity, particularly those describing black holes and gravitational instantons. His work spans theoretical investigations of spherical orbits around Kerr black holes, multicentered rotating black holes in Kaluza-Klein theory, and fundamental photon orbits in complex spacetime geometries. His research interests include black hole physics, gravitational instantons, exact solutions in general relativity, and mathematical aspects of spacetime geometry. His publication record shows consistent high-impact research output with publications in top journals like Classical and Quantum Gravity, Physical Review D, and Journal of High Energy Physics. His most recent work (2025) on parametric solutions to the Kerr separatrix continues his long-standing research trajectory in black hole physics that began with his 1998 paper on rotating traversable wormholes. Honour Roll (2025) Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (2024, 2023, 2022) Breakthrough of the Year 2021 for work on spherical orbits around Kerr black holes Professor Teo teaches advanced physics courses including PC5201 Advanced Quantum Mechanics and PC5206 Quantum Field Theory. His research has involved collaborations primarily with Yu Chen, with whom he has published numerous papers on black hole solutions, as well as with other researchers including T. Ng, T. Wan, and Z. Fan on more recent projects. His work has received significant citations, particularly his 2003 paper on spherical photon orbits around a Kerr black hole which has garnered over 240 citations.

Aaron Pixtonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Enumerative Algebraic Geometry
• Moduli Spaces
• Gromov-Witten Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aaron Pixton is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan, within the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA). His research focuses on enumerative algebraic geometry, particularly moduli spaces and their intersection theory. Pixton earned an A.B. (2008) and Ph.D. (2013) from Princeton University under the supervision of Rahul Pandharipande. His research interests span double ramification cycles, Gromov-Witten theory, and cohomological field theories. He has contributed to the development of the SageMath module admcycles for computations in tautological rings. Teaching includes advanced graduate courses like Math 631 (Algebraic Geometry I) and undergraduate courses such as Explorations in Mathematics. Pixton advises current students Michael Mueller and Qiusheng Zhao, and previously co-advised Nawaz Sultani (2022) and Rachel Webb (2020). His work bridges geometric and arithmetic aspects of moduli spaces, with recent contributions to elliptic fibrations and quantum cohomology of Hilbert schemes.

• Programming Languages
• Formal Verification
• Compilers
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Clément Pit-Claudel is a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), leading the SYSTEMF Laboratory in the School of Computer and Communication Sciences. His work bridges programming languages, formal verification, and systems engineering to build high-assurance software and hardware components. PhD in Computer Science from MIT (2016), thesis on proof-producing compilers MSc in Computer Science from MIT BSc in Computer Science from École Polytechnique (France) Research Interests focus on correct-by-construction program synthesis , domain-specific compilers , and formal verification . He develops tools like Alectryon for interactive Coq proof visualization and Rupicola for verified compiler construction. His work spans hardware description languages (e.g., Kôika ), software verification (e.g., Fiat ), and regex engine formalization (e.g., Elk and Warblre ). Recent publications include foundational work on JavaScript regex mechanisms (ICFP 2024), relational compilation (PLDI 2022), and hardware simulation (ASPLOS 2021). His lab SYSTEMF emphasizes full assurance without compromise through machine-checked proofs and hardware-software co-design. Awards include the MIT Frederick C. Hennie III Teaching Award (2016) and MIT William A. Martin Thesis Award (2016). He has served as program committee member for conferences like PLDI, POPL, and Coq Workshop. Teaching includes Software Construction (400+ students at EPFL) and Interactive Theorem Proving graduate course. He has advised doctoral students in formal methods and compiler design.

• Mathematical Physics
• Integrable Systems
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Harini Desiraju is a Researcher in the Faculty of Science at The University of Sydney. Her work focuses on mathematical physics, integrable systems, and nonlinear dynamics. She is affiliated with the School of Mathematics and Statistics (implied by research focus). Her research interests include Painlevé equations, isomonodromic deformations, tau functions, and applications of Fredholm determinants in theoretical physics. She has contributed to studies on the Landau-Lifshitz equation, conformal field theory on tori, and elliptic orthogonal polynomials. Dr. Desiraju secured a grant titled 'Unveiling integrability with Transformers' (2023) through the DVC Research/External Research Collaboration Seed Funding. Her work bridges pure mathematics and theoretical physics, with a focus on analytical methods in integrable systems. Contact: harini.desiraju@sydney.edu.au Address: A14 - The Quadrangle, The University of Sydney

• Music Composition
• Opera
• Sonic Environments
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ann Cleare is an Assistant Professor of Music and Media Technologies at Trinity College Dublin. She holds a PhD from Harvard University and an Honorary Doctorate from the National University of Ireland, recognizing her contributions to contemporary music. Her work spans concert music, opera, experimental sound installations, and hybrid instrument design, focusing on timbre, texture, and the psychological impact of sound. She is an artist-in-residence with the Crash Ensemble and a member of Young Academy Ireland. Her research explores intersections between sound and visual dimensions, exemplified by projects like rinn (a time-travel chamber opera) and TERRARIUM (a multimedia collaboration with Crash Ensemble). Key collaborations include works with Ensemble SurPlus, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland. Awards include the 2019 Ernst von Siemens Composer Prize and fellowships at Villa Concordia (2024) and Civitella Ranieri (2023). Her recent projects include MIDHE , a large-scale work commissioned by RTÉ for Ireland’s National Concert Hall, and The Little Lives , an opera addressing propaganda’s societal impact. Educational affiliations include Trinity College Dublin, IRCAM, and University College Cork. Education: PhD Harvard University, Studies at IRCAM, University College Cork Affiliations: Young Academy Ireland, Artist-in-Residence (Crash Ensemble) Notable Works: eyam series, eöl , Meridians , gravity dreams

R. (Ro) Jeffersonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Physics
• Machine Learning
• Quantum Field Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. R. (Ro) Jefferson is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University with a dual 50/50 appointment between the Institute for Theoretical Physics (ITP) and the Department of Information and Computing Sciences (ICS). Their research focuses on interdisciplinary applications of physics and information theory to deep learning and neuro-inspired AI, including mathematical connections between neural networks and renormalization group flows. Additionally, they study holography, black holes, quantum gravity, and quantum information theory's role in fundamental physics. They actively contribute to EDI efforts through committee memberships and public advocacy for marginalized groups in academia. Education background: PhD (Theoretical Physics, University of Amsterdam, 2017), MSc (Physics, McGill University, 2013). Former roles include Nordita Fellow (2020–2022) and postdoctoral researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (2017–2020). Courses taught include Advanced Quantum Field Theory and Research Methods for Computer Science. Research interests include: quantum field theory applications in AI, modular theory's implications for black hole interiors, and statistical field theory methods for deep network analysis. Their work bridges theoretical physics with machine learning through frameworks like the NN/QFT correspondence. Recent publications explore traversable wormholes, entanglement entropy, and critical phenomena in neural networks. Outreach activities include speaking at I, Scientist 2019, Berlin Museum für Naturkunde, and LGBTQIA+ science showcases. Advocacy focuses on combating pseudoscience affecting trans healthcare access and climate misinformation.

• Quantum Gravity
• String Theory
• Effective Field Theories
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Thomas W. Grimm is a Professor of Theoretical Physics at Utrecht University, where he also serves as Programme Director for Physics. His research focuses on quantum gravity, string theory, and their intersections with advanced geometry and mathematical logic. He holds the chair in Quantum Gravity and Geometry. Recent grants include an NWO Vici (2020) and NWO Start-Up (2018). He was awarded the Frontiers of Science Award 2023. His educational leadership includes directing physics programs and leading a research group exploring moduli space holography, flux vacua, and cosmological correlators. Key research themes involve tame geometry applications to quantum field theories and geometric constraints in string compactifications. His work bridges abstract mathematics with physical realizability, addressing swampland conjectures and cosmological implications of string theory. Education includes a PhD from the University of Hamburg (2005), a Master's from Cambridge University (2002), and postdoctoral positions at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Max Planck Institute for Physics in Munich. His research group actively investigates geometric aspects of string theory, with recent emphasis on period structures, complexity classifications, and effective field theory constructions. Collaborations span theoretical physics and pure mathematics, aiming to resolve foundational questions in quantum gravity and cosmology.

Thorsten Schimannekمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• String Theory
• Cosmology
• Fundamental Mathematics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Thorsten Schimannek is a Researcher at Utrecht University, affiliated with the Theoretical Physics (ITF) group within the Science faculty. His research focuses on String Theory, Cosmology, and Fundamental Mathematics. He is also associated with the Mathematical Institute's Fundamental Mathematics department. His work bridges theoretical physics and mathematical structures, particularly in elementary particle physics and cosmological models. Education details are not explicitly provided in the text. Ancillary activities are listed as none. No specific grants, labs, or advising roles are mentioned in the available information.

Thomas Creutzigمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Mathematical Physics
• Conformal Field Theory
• Vertex Operator Algebras
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Thomas Creutzig is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, University of Alberta. His research focuses on mathematical physics, particularly conformal field theories (CFTs), vertex operator algebras, and their applications to string theory, quantum gravity, and representation theory. He has contributed to topics like 2D/4D correspondences, higher spin holography, and logarithmic CFTs. His work bridges theoretical physics and pure mathematics, with applications in algebraic geometry and modular forms. Creutzig's research interests span a wide range of interconnected areas, including the structure of W-algebras, supergroup WZNW models, and the interplay between vertex algebras and geometric representation theory. He has explored dualities between CFTs and higher spin gravity theories in anti-de Sitter (AdS) spaces, such as the FZZ duality and 2d/4d correspondences. His studies often involve advanced techniques from algebraic topology, category theory, and quantum groups. His publications highlight contributions to the representation theory of affine Lie algebras, logarithmic modules, and tensor categories. He has investigated the modular properties of conformal field theories, including false theta functions and modular data for fractional level WZW models. Recent work includes studies on vertex algebras associated with S-duality in gauge theories and the geometric interpretation of Higgs and Coulomb branches via vertex operator algebras. Creutzig has supervised four PhD and master’s students, including research on logarithmic parafermion algebras and quantum modular forms. His collaborative projects span international conferences and workshops, focusing on themes like W-algebras, coset constructions, and the interplay between vertex algebras and geometric structures.