Patricia Clayton, Ph.D., PE, is an Associate Professor specializing in structural and natural hazards engineering. Her office is located at 455 Vine Street, Bldg 60 South, Rm 4512, and she can be reached via phone at 336.702.1924. She holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from North Carolina State University (2007), an M.S. (2010) and Ph.D. (2013) in Civil Engineering from the University of Washington. Her research focuses on: Hazard-resistant structural technologies Multi-scale modeling of natural hazard impacts Applications of 3D printing in construction Computational modeling and data analysis Small-scale structural testing methodologies She maintains active investigations in earthquake engineering and structural resilience. Recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate three primary research streams: Structural Seismic Performance : Innovations in steel connections, composite systems, and deployable structures Engineering Education : Remote teaching pedagogy and inclusive curriculum development Disaster Technology : AI-enhanced damage assessment and field instrumentation Her work consistently integrates experimental validation with practical applications.
Dr. Luke Tredinnick is a Reader in Media, Information, and Communications at London Metropolitan University, serving as Course Leader for the Media and Communications BSc program. He holds editorial roles for the Sage journal Business Information Review and the Edinburgh University Press journal Journal of Library and Information History . His academic background includes a BA in English and American Literature from the University of Kent, an MSc in Information Science from City University London, and a PhD in Media and Communications from London Metropolitan University. His research focuses on digital culture, digital history, and information theory, with specializations in post-structuralist methodologies and semiotics. Tredinnick has authored three books, including Digital Information Culture (2008) and Digital Information Contexts (2006), and has published widely on topics such as complexity theory, artificial intelligence, information security, and social media. He is a member of the Media, Culture, and Communications Association (MECCSA) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Tredinnick’s recent work examines trends in information warfare, ubiquitous information systems, and the evolving role of technology in business contexts. His contributions to the field span academic publications, editorial leadership, and keynote presentations on digital transformation and ethical information practices.
Professor Eric Smith is a distinguished faculty member in the Department of Economics at the University of Essex, where he has held a professorship since 1990. He has served as Head of Department (2009-2012) and maintains significant academic influence through roles such as Associate Editor of the European Economic Review and former Director of the Royal Economic Society Easter School. His extensive network includes long-term visiting positions at the University of British Columbia, McMaster University, University of Pennsylvania, Georgetown University, Rutgers University, University of North Carolina, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. His educational foundation comprises a BA from Williams College (1983) and a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania (1990), establishing his expertise in economic theory and empirical analysis. Smith's research program centers on search and matching frictions across labour and housing markets, investigating how matching mechanics influence market flows, wage/price determination, and income distribution. His pioneering work on human capital portfolios examines skill accumulation dynamics and their implications for economic inequality. Additional research explores macroeconomic policy interactions with micro-level market structures, particularly in industrial organization and public economics contexts. This interdisciplinary approach bridges theoretical modeling with empirical validation across diverse economic domains. His publication record demonstrates consistent high-impact contributions, with recent works in the Journal of Economic Theory (2025) and Review of Economic Dynamics (2020) advancing understanding of wage dynamics and housing market activity. These studies collectively form a cohesive research trajectory examining how institutional structures and individual behaviors shape market outcomes under frictional conditions. Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funding for Business and Local Government Data Research Centre (2018, 2023) Current supervision of PhD candidates Panupong Sukkerd (Technological Change, Labour Markets) and Devisri Eight successfully completed doctoral and master's supervisions including Junko Iwagami (2020) and Aline Maria Souza Menezes (2017) As an educator, Smith teaches Advanced Macroeconomics (EC324) and Economic and Public Policy (EC974), integrating his research on labour markets and macroeconomic policy into classroom instruction. His academic support hours (Thursdays 13:00-14:00, Fridays 10:00-11:00) reflect ongoing engagement with students at Colchester Campus (5B.327).
Margaret T. Mmbaga is a Research Professor in the Department of Agricultural Sciences and Engineering at Tennessee State University's College of Agriculture. She joined the faculty in 1995 and has expertise in Plant Pathology, Integrated Disease Management, Biological Control, and Host Resistance. Her research focuses on fungal pathogens affecting crops like dogwood, beans, and ornamental plants, emphasizing sustainable disease control strategies. Dr. Mmbaga holds a B.Sc. in Botany/Zoology Education and an M.Sc. in Botany from the University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and a Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She teaches courses such as Principles of Plant Pathology and Plant Breeding. Her research contributions include identifying biological control agents for powdery mildew, developing disease-resistant crop varieties via molecular techniques, and evaluating biopesticides. She has authored over 47 refereed journal articles and 132 conference presentations. Notably, she received the 2009 Outstanding Research Faculty Award from Tennessee State University. Dr. Mmbaga has conducted extension work in West Asia and North Africa, training agricultural systems on legume disease management. Her work bridges molecular biology, field trials, and applied agricultural solutions to combat plant diseases.
Dr. Berker Bilgin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at McMaster University. His research focuses on next-generation electric motor drive technologies, including acoustic noise reduction, power electronics, and sustainable electrification. He leads projects sponsored by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Automotive Partnership Canada (APC), and co-founded a university spin-off company. He teaches courses such as Electric Motor Drives and Switched Reluctance Machine Design. Research Focus: Electric motor drives (46% of global electricity demand), hybrid-electric powertrains, and transportation electrification. His work emphasizes high-efficiency, low-cost solutions and acoustic noise modeling for high-power-density applications like traction motors. He has 10 patents and authored a textbook on Switched Reluctance Motor Drives. Publications Trends: Recent work spans advanced motor designs, acoustic noise mitigation, and thermal/structural modeling of electric machines. Key themes include switched reluctance motor optimization, PWM control strategies, and multi-physics design approaches. Awards: Patented inventions in switched reluctance technology, textbook authorship Grants: FCA/APC-funded hybrid-electric powertrain development Labs/Teams: McMaster University spin-off company for technology commercialization
Dr. Katrina Perehudoff is a Visiting Professor at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Law, Department of Health Law. Her research focuses on global health law, pharmaceutical policy, and the intersection of human rights with access to medicines. She investigates how international legal frameworks influence healthcare equity, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Her work emphasizes EU policy impacts, corporate accountability, and pandemic response strategies. Key research areas include: Pharmaceutical governance and corruption prevention Human rights frameworks for vaccine equity Decolonizing health governance Legal mechanisms for universal health coverage Her recent publications analyze the EU's role as a political determinant of global health, the Dutch duty of care standard for pharmaceutical companies, and pandemic treaty proposals. She advocates for transparent medicines pricing and equitable access to health technologies, often engaging with international organizations like the WHO and WTO. No scientific awards or ancillary activities are explicitly listed in the provided texts. Her work bridges legal scholarship with public health practice, addressing structural inequities in healthcare systems worldwide.
Forrest E. Morgan is a Senior Lecturer at the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Strategy & Technology (CMIST), where he has been affiliated since 2017. He retired from the RAND Corporation in 2019 after a 16-year tenure as a senior political scientist specializing in defense strategy and military applications of emerging technologies. Prior to RAND, he spent 27 years in the U.S. Air Force, serving in roles such as signals intelligence analyst, space operations officer, and professor at the Air University School of Advanced Air and Space Studies (SAASS). His research focuses on deterrence theory, crisis stability, military AI ethics, space policy, and nuclear strategy. Morgan holds a PhD in Policy Studies from the University of Maryland. His work bridges academic analysis with operational military challenges, addressing topics such as escalation management in conflicts, the strategic implications of AI, and organizational frameworks for space warfare. He has authored/co-authored influential studies on China's nuclear posture, future warfare scenarios, and the creation of a dedicated U.S. Space Force. His publications (2010–2020) reflect a sustained engagement with cutting-edge defense issues, including space deterrence, AI ethics, and hybrid warfare dynamics. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive contributions to defense policy analysis and military education underscore his impact in strategic studies. His affiliation with CMIST positions him at the intersection of technology and global security challenges.
Dr. Terence Sim Mong Cheng is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science within the School of Computing, National University of Singapore . He serves as Vice Dean for Admissions and previously held Vice Dean roles for Communications and Second Vice President of the International Association for Pattern Recognition. His academic journey includes degrees from MIT, Stanford, and Carnegie Mellon University. Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering (Carnegie Mellon University) M.S. in Computer Science (Stanford University) S.B. in Computer Science & Engineering (MIT) His research focuses on Biometrics and Visual Computing , spanning Deepfake synthesis/detection , Facial image analysis , Continuous authentication , and Multimodal biometrics . He integrates machine learning with physics-based modeling to address complex challenges in these domains. Recent publications highlight advancements in deepfake detection (2023), multi-task learning (2022), and gait-based authentication (2020-2022). These works intersect biometrics, privacy, and machine learning. Face and Gesture 2017 : Test of Time Award Computer Analysis of Images and Patterns 2017 : Best Paper Award NUS Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (2003, 2005) Temasek Young Investigator Award (2005) Dr. Sim has taught diverse courses including Biometrics Authentication , Computer Vision , and Discrete Structures . He provides biometric consultancy in areas like technical assessments and feasibility studies .
Chao Li is a Principal Research Fellow at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Mathematics, specializing in AI-driven healthcare solutions. His research focuses on precision medicine through image-based AI and multi-omics integration, with applications in neurological disease modeling, surgical oncology, and clinical AI safety. He leads the Centre for Mathematical Imaging in Healthcare , advancing translational AI for personalized medicine. Research Themes: Image-based AI for precision mental health AI in surgical and interventional oncology Multi-omics approaches for disease characterization Evaluation of AI innovations for clinical translation Publications highlight advancements in multimodal fusion for diagnostics, histology-molecular marker integration, and neuroimaging analytics for mental health. His work bridges computational mathematics with clinical challenges, emphasizing real-world healthcare impact. Labs/Teams: Active member of the Centre for Mathematical Imaging in Healthcare , collaborating across departments to develop AI tools for clinical deployment.
Hongwei An is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the School of Engineering's Civil, Environmental and Mining Engineering Department and the UWA Oceans Institute. He holds a PhD from UWA and an ME from Dalian University of Technology. His research focuses on fluid dynamics, coastal engineering, and offshore infrastructure stability, with notable contributions to scour mechanics, sediment transport, and wave-current interactions. Education: PhD in Civil Engineering, University of Western Australia (20xx) Master of Engineering (ME), Dalian University of Technology (20xx) Research Interests: Dr. An’s work centers on fluid-structure interactions, local scour around marine structures, and the dynamics of oscillatory flows. He investigates topics like pipeline stability in coastal environments, wave modeling under ambient currents, and the environmental impacts of offshore renewable energy systems. Grants & Collaborations: Lead investigator in the ARC Research Hub for Transforming Energy Infrastructure (2021–2026) Industry partnerships: Inpex Operations Australia, MMA Offshore, Fugro Australia Labs/Teams: Active member of the UWA Oceans Institute, collaborating on projects related to marine growth stabilization, sediment dynamics, and offshore energy infrastructure resilience.
Dr Mark Meekan is an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the UWA Oceans Institute, The University of Western Australia. He holds a PhD in Environmental Sciences from Griffith University (1993), focusing on coral reef fish population dynamics. With over 30 years of expertise, his research spans tropical marine ecosystems, elasmobranch ecology, and coral reef conservation. He supervises post-doctoral and PhD students globally, contributing to projects on sharks and reef fish across the Indian and Pacific Oceans. His research interests include elasmobranch population dynamics, behavioral ecology, and threatened species conservation. He serves as Chief Specialist Editor for Frontiers in Marine Science’s Marine Megafauna section. Key areas of focus are predator-prey interactions, coral reef health, and the ecological impacts of climate change. He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed articles and led collaborative projects on marine megafauna movement, anthropogenic threats, and ecosystem resilience. Recent work highlights include studies on whale shark habitat connectivity, tiger shark distribution drivers, and the ecological consequences of predator removals on coral reefs. He actively engages in global marine conservation initiatives, emphasizing the need for evidence-based management strategies to protect marine biodiversity. His contributions extend to acoustic telemetry networks and large-scale experiments assessing seismic survey impacts on marine life. Dr Meekan collaborates internationally, with projects in Australia, Seychelles, and the Red Sea. His work addresses Sustainable Development Goals related to life below water (SDG 14), particularly marine ecosystem preservation and sustainable fisheries. Grants include studies on shark population dynamics and marine reserve effectiveness, funded by institutions like the Minderoo Foundation and WA Department of Environment. He leads datasets and projects on manta ray behavior, coral reef recovery, and whale shark collision risks with shipping. His research underscores the critical role of marine megafauna in maintaining healthy ecosystems, advocating for integrated conservation approaches to mitigate human-induced environmental changes.
Adam J. Lee is a Professor of Computer Science and Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Computing and Information. He holds a PhD (2008) and MS (2005) from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and a BS (2003) from Cornell University. His research bridges computer security, privacy, and distributed systems, focusing on systems that enable secure cross-domain interactions while preserving user privacy. Notable work includes studies on IoT privacy, cryptographic access control, and user perceptions of privacy in smart environments. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2008 MS in Computer Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2005 BS in Computer Science, Cornell University, 2003 Research Interests: Explores secure distributed systems, privacy-preserving technologies, and user-centric design for IoT. Recent efforts include tangible privacy controls for smart devices, context-aware messaging agents, and formal analysis of cryptographic enforcement architectures. Supported by NSF and DARPA grants, including an NSF CAREER Award in 2013. Recent Work: Focuses on balancing utility and privacy in sensing systems, with contributions in ephemeral communication, auto-response agents, and privacy-aware smart voice assistants. Recent studies address user perceptions of temporal data redaction and trusted platforms. Awards: NSF Career Award (2013) ACM CSCW 2022 Best Paper ACM DIS 2022 Best Paper Advising & Grants: Advises PhD students in privacy and security research. Active in grant-funded projects on access control, cloud security, and health technology interventions. Collaborates with the Institute for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security on policy-relevant cybersecurity issues. Teaching: Courses include Discrete Structures for Computer Science and Computer and Network Security , emphasizing foundational theory and practical applications. Known for curriculum development in privacy-aware systems and ethical computing practices.
Marco Musiani is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary, with a joint appointment in the Department of Ecosystem and Public Health (Faculty of Veterinary Medicine) and an affiliate position at the University of Montana. His research focuses on landscape and molecular ecology, wildlife conservation, and the impacts of human activities on wildlife behavior and ecosystems. Key study species include caribou, wolves, and grizzly bears. Education: PhD in Applied Animal Ecology (2003), University of Calgary; Laurea in Biological Sciences (1994), Università degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza'; Laurea Magistrale in Ecology (1997), Università degli Studi di Siena; and postdoctoral fellowships in Italy and Canada. Research interests include the conservation of evolutionarily significant units, human-wildlife interactions, and disease transmission at the livestock-wildlife interface. Notable projects include genomic studies of caribou migratory behavior and wolf population genetics. Awards include the EMERALD AWARD (2013) and NSERC Discovery Grants. Grants and collaborations span NSERC, NSF, and international partnerships. He advises students on topics like wildlife movement ecology and conservation genomics. His lab, the Musiani Lab, integrates fieldwork, genomics, and modeling to address conservation challenges.
Dr. Agathoklis Giaralis is a Senior Lecturer in Structural Engineering within the Department of Civil Engineering at the School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences, City, University of London. He earned his PhD in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Rice University, USA, in 2008, following an MSc and a 5-year Diploma (Ptychion) in Structural Engineering from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece. He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, UK. PhD, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Rice University, USA (2008) MSc, Seismic Design of Structures, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece (2004) Ptychion (5 yr Diploma), Civil/Structural Engineering, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece (2003) Dr. Giaralis's research is centered on nonlinear stochastic dynamics and time-frequency signal analysis , applied to critical areas such as earthquake engineering , seismic structural design and assessment , structural health monitoring (SHM) , and passive vibration control . His work is pioneering in the development and application of inerter-based vibration control systems, such as the Tuned Mass-Damper-Inerter (TMDI), for enhancing the resilience of structures. He also explores compressive sensing and low-power wireless sensors for sustainable SHM, as well as digital twinning and machine learning in wind engineering. His recent research has significant implications for offshore wind turbines and urban wind comfort. An analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent and cutting-edge research trajectory focused on the optimization and application of inerter-based devices for structural control. The work spans from developing analytical tuning formulas for TMDIs to conducting experimental validation on shaking tables and exploring novel applications in offshore wind turbines and composite floors. A strong emphasis is placed on performance-based design , uncertainty quantification , and practical implementation for real-world infrastructure. His scientific contributions have been recognized by prestigious awards, including the Fulbright Exchange Student Program scholarship for his PhD studies and a Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy . He is also a member of several leading professional organizations such as the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Society for Earthquake and Civil Engineering Dynamics (SECED). Dr. Giaralis is actively involved in research funding and academic mentorship. He has secured significant grants from Innovate UK and the EPSRC to support his work on machine learning-based design and optimal inerter configurations. He supervises a cohort of PhD students whose theses focus on advanced topics like adaptive control of bridge joints, inerter-based energy harvesting, and seismic assessment using digital twins. He also leads the Smart Structures and Structural Health Monitoring Research Unit , driving collaborative research in smart infrastructure technologies.
Barry Jordan is the Vice Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs and the John B. Milliken Professor of Law and Taxation at the USC Gould School of Law. His research focuses on business law, tax law, and law and economics, with notable publications in Stanford Law Review , Virginia Law Review , and Journal of Political Economy . He teaches courses on corporate finance, tax policy, and law and economics, and has held prior positions at the University of San Diego School of Law and UC Berkeley School of Law. Education: Graduate of Cornell University and Stanford Law School (Managing Editor of the Stanford Law Review ). Awards include the Thorsnes Prize for Excellence in Teaching (twice), Herzog Endowed Scholar designation, and recognition as a “Favorite Faculty Member” by USD Law’s Public Interest Law Foundation. Research interests emphasize regulatory entrepreneurship, corporate governance, and taxation’s impact on innovation, particularly in the sharing economy. His work explores topics like empty voting in derivatives markets, anti-takeover defenses, and cross-jurisdictional tax policies. He frequently contributes to legal debates through amicus curiae briefs and policy analyses. Grants and advising: No specific grants listed, but his academic leadership roles suggest institutional support. No listed students, but extensive teaching and mentorship implied through awards like the Thorsnes Prize. Labs/teams: Led the Center for Corporate and Securities Law at USD and co-directed the graduate tax program. At USC, oversees faculty and academic affairs, implying leadership in institutional academic teams.
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