جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Choo Yoo Sangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Offshore Engineering
• Structural Integrity Management
• Marine Operations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Choo Yoo Sang is an Adjunct Professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Director (Special Duties) at the Technology Centre for Offshore & Marine, Singapore (TCOMS). He previously held the Lloyd’s Register Foundation Chair Professorship at NUS (2009–2017) and served as the 106th President of The Institute of Marine Engineering Science & Technology (IMarEST, 2008). His education includes a B.Sc. (First Class Hons), M.Sc., and Ph.D. from the University of Manchester. Choo’s research focuses on marine operations, structural integrity management of offshore structures, and tubular/plated structural strength. He has led projects like the Structural Integrity Management Programme and the Grouted Joints Joint Industry Project. His editorial roles span journals such as *Journal of Marine Engineering and Technology* and *International Journal of Ocean Systems Engineering*. Choo has received prestigious awards including the Lifetime Achievement Award in Marine & Offshore Engineering (2021), Kurobane Award (2015), and James Watt Medal (2005). He has delivered keynote lectures globally and chairs committees like ISO/TC67/SC7. His professional activities include leadership roles in IMarEST, Singapore Structural Steel Society, and ISOPE. Awards: Over 20 international/national honors, including Fellowships from IMarEST and Royal Institution of Naval Architects. Editorial Roles: Member of 5 journal editorial boards. Consultancy: Technical advisor for major offshore projects.

David Kippingمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Exoplanet Science
• Astrophysics
• Extrasolar Planets
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David Kipping is an Associate Professor of Astronomy at Columbia University. His research focuses on exoplanetary systems, particularly the detection of exomoons, stellar dynamics, and astrostatistics. He holds a B.A. and M.Sc. in Natural Sciences from Cambridge University and a Ph.D. from University College London. Before joining Columbia, he was a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard University through the Sagan and Menzel fellowships. His research interests include extrasolar planets, moons, and rings, as well as stellar rotation and granulation. He has pioneered methods for analyzing transit timing variations (TTVs) and detecting exomoons using Kepler and TESS data. Recent work has explored the rapid abiogenesis hypothesis and the orbital stability of planetary systems. Key contributions include the discovery of potential exomoon candidates and the development of tools like the 'Democratic Detrender' for photometric data analysis. His articles emphasize rigorous statistical methods and critique common analytical pitfalls in exoplanet studies. David advises three graduate students: Emily Sanford, Alex Teachey, and Moiya McTier. Though no specific grants or awards are listed, his work is supported through academic and space agency collaborations. His research also touches on SETI and astrobiology, addressing questions about the likelihood of extraterrestrial civilizations.

Nancy Glennمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Remote Sensing
• Dryland Ecology
• Geological Engineering
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nancy Glenn is Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Boise State University and directs the Boise Center Aerospace Laboratory (BCAL). Her research specializes in remote sensing applications for environmental monitoring, particularly in dryland ecosystems and geological engineering contexts. Her research advances remote sensing methodologies including lidar, hyperspectral imaging, and UAV-based platforms for characterizing vegetation dynamics, snow properties, and land surface changes. Current projects focus on: quantifying rangeland fractional cover in sagebrush ecosystems, improving snow property retrievals through topographic modeling, and developing machine learning approaches for spoil pile characterization in mining environments. Professor Glenn maintains active research programs across diverse environments including peatlands, dryland shrub-steppe ecosystems, mountainous terrain, and post-mining landscapes. Her work integrates field measurements with advanced remote sensing techniques to address environmental challenges.

Timothy Melbourneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Seismology
• Continental Dynamics
• GNSS Geodesy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Timothy Melbourne is a Professor at Central Washington University, specializing in seismology, continental dynamics, and GNSS geodesy. He holds a Ph.D. from the California Institute of Technology (1999). His research focuses on advancing real-time geodetic monitoring systems for earthquake early warning and tsunami forecasting, leveraging Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies. He is a key contributor to initiatives like the Pacific Northwest Geodetic Array and the ShakeAlert system. His work emphasizes integrating geodetic data with seismological observations to improve disaster risk reduction strategies. Major contributions include developing algorithms for rapid earthquake source characterization and enhancing the performance of GNSS networks in detecting tectonic deformation during seismic events. Melbourne collaborates internationally on projects such as the GeTEWS Oceania workshop and the CRESCENT Working Group, aiming to standardize global Earth observation systems (GGOS). His publications highlight advancements in noise mitigation for real-time GNSS data, spatial analysis of crustal deformation, and vertical land motion studies related to sea-level rise. He has been pivotal in demonstrating the operational feasibility of GNSS-based early warning systems through synthetic testing and real-world applications like the 2019 Ridgecrest earthquakes.

Manuel Oteroمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Historical Linguistics
• Documentation and Description of Endangered Languages

Manuel Otero is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Eastern Connecticut State University. He specializes in historical linguistics and the documentation of endangered languages, particularly focusing on languages spoken by marginalized communities in western Ethiopia and Sudanese refugees in the U.S. Dr. Otero earned his PhD in Linguistics from the University of Oregon. His research emphasizes the phonology, morphology, and syntax of Ethiopian Komo, with a focus on vowel harmony systems, directional verb morphology, and historical reconstruction of the Koman language family. He also explores typological aspects of Chacoan languages like Nivaĉle and Pilagá. His publications span acoustic phonetics, morphosyntactic analysis, and language documentation. Recent work includes studies on associated motion, deictic direction, and exchoative aspect in Koman languages. His teaching focuses on introductory linguistics and writing courses, aiming to highlight the beauty and complexity of human language. Research grants and lab affiliations are not explicitly mentioned, but his work directly engages with community-based language preservation efforts. He advises no listed students but actively contributes to endangered language documentation through fieldwork and academic collaborations.

Markus Hertrichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Asset Pricing
• Financial Econometrics
• International Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Markus Hertrich is a Research Professor at the Research Centre of the Deutsche Bundesbank within the Directorate General Economics. His research focuses on asset pricing, financial econometrics, international economics, and monetary policy. He has contributed to understanding foreign exchange interventions, housing market dynamics, and the credibility of exchange rate policies. His work examines the costs and implications of central bank policies like the Swiss National Bank's minimum exchange rate regime. Key publications include analyses of the Euro/Swiss Franc floor's credibility and the distribution of exchange rates under intervention policies. Hertrich holds the Best Master’s Thesis of the Year 2008 and a Young Scientist Award (2nd Prize) from the Basel Private Bankers. His research also explores credit risk, liquidity risk interactions, and derivatives pricing frameworks with boundary constraints.

Emma Hodson-Toleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanics
• Muscle Physiology
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Emma Hodson-Tole is a leading researcher in neuromuscular biomechanics at Manchester Metropolitan University , where she investigates the interplay between skeletal muscle anatomy, physiology, and neurodegenerative diseases like Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Her work integrates ultrasound imaging and electromyography to develop innovative tools for measuring muscle health and disease progression. PhD from University of London (Structure & Motion Laboratory, Royal Veterinary College, 2007) Postdoctoral Fellow, School of Applied Physiology, Georgia Institute of Technology Current Professor of Neuromuscular Biomechanics at Manchester Metropolitan University Her research focuses on: Diagnosis and monitoring of neurodegenerative diseases Mechanisms of motor unit recruitment and variability in neuro-motor control Biomedical imaging techniques for skeletal muscle Applications of signal processing and computer vision in neuromuscular studies Recent publications highlight her work on: Evaluating digital monitoring tools for MND progression Age-related muscle changes and mobility limitations Ultrasound-based fasciculation detection Muscle architecture during dynamic movements Scientific awards include the Sir Henry Wellcome Postdoctoral Fellowship . Her projects, funded by the MRC MND Accelerator and The MND Association , aim to improve early MND diagnosis and personalized care through remote monitoring and advanced imaging. She collaborates with institutions like Kings College London , University College London , and healthcare providers in Salford and Sheffield. Teaching emphasizes skeletal muscle function and peripheral nervous system behaviors in courses such as BSc Human Physiology and MSc Human Physiology . She supervises undergraduate and postgraduate students and is involved in public engagement via projects like Star Cells , a neurophysiology-inspired dance collaboration with The Physiological Society .

• Machine Learning
• Cybersecurity
• Biometric Authentication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Wencheng Yang is a Senior Lecturer in Computing at the School of Mathematics, Physics and Computing , University of Southern Queensland. He holds a PhD in Computing from UNSW, an MSc from Korea, and a BMgmt from Wuhan University of Technology. His research spans multiple domains including machine learning security , biometric authentication , privacy-preserving systems , and IoT applications . Education : BMgmt (Wuhan University of Technology), MSc (Korea), PhD (UNSW) Yang’s work emphasizes privacy and security in AI systems, particularly in biometric authentication (e.g., fingerprint, face, ECG) and IoT security. His recent publications focus on model inversion attacks , homomorphic encryption , and federated learning for healthcare applications. Key trends include secure face-swapping , Alzheimer’s disease prediction , and anti-forensic detection . His research has been cited 3378 times, with 1458 total downloads and 31 monthly views. While no explicit scientific awards are listed, his interdisciplinary work bridges computer science , healthcare , and cryptography . Current projects include privacy-preserving frameworks for implantable medical devices and military health systems .

Ruth Dolado Guivernauمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Quantitative Psychology
• Primate Ethology
• Behavioral Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ruth Dolado Guivernau is a Lecturer at the Department of Social Psychology and Quantitative Psychology (Faculty of Psychology, University of Barcelona). She specializes in Quantitative Psychology and Primate Ethology, focusing on social organization, spatial behavior simulation, and collective motion in animal groups. Her research integrates methodologies from primatology and behavioral ecology. Academic Training: Bachelor's in Biology (University of Barcelona, 1997) Master's in Environmental Management and Audits (University of Cádiz, 1999) Official Master's in Primatology (University of Barcelona, 2008) PhD in Primatology (University of Barcelona, 2011) Master's in Bioinformatics and Biostatistics (Open University of Catalonia and University of Barcelona, 2021) Research Projects: She leads and contributes to projects on adaptive behavior, primate ethology, and collective motion in fish and primates. Key projects include analysis of spatial proximity in Macaca tonkeana and interaction rules in zebrafish schools. Teaching: Recent courses include Psychometrics, Ethology and Evolution of Behavior, and Modeling Primate Behavior. She has pioneered teaching innovation projects like the Reverse Classroom methodology. Labs/Teams: Active in the Quantitative Psychology Research Group and collaborates with the Adaptive Behavior and Interaction Group.

Riccardo Felicettiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Fault Detection and Diagnosis
• Fault Tolerant Control
• Optimization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Riccardo Felicetti is a Research Fellow at the Department of Information Engineering, Università Politecnica delle Marche, within the Faculty of Engineering. He holds a Master's Degree (cum laude) in Computer and Automation Engineering (2016) and a Ph.D. (cum laude) in Information Engineering (2021) from the same university, with a thesis on “Active fault tolerant control for overactuated unmanned vehicles.” He also serves as Senior Tutor, coordinating tutor activities in the Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on fault detection and diagnosis, fault-tolerant control, and optimization, with applications to unmanned vehicles (e.g., drones, ROVs) and energy management systems. He has contributed to advancements in systems like actuator fault tolerance, vibration-based fault detection, and energy optimization in smart grids. Key technical areas include disturbance observer-based control, adaptive Kalman filtering, and machine learning integration for system identification. His work bridges theoretical control frameworks with practical implementations in aerospace and marine robotics.

Eliza Chircanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Finite element analysis
• Dynamics
• Composite materials

Eliza Chircan is a Lecturer and Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Technical University of Brașov. Her research focuses on finite element analysis, dynamics, and composite materials with applications in multibody systems and mechanical engineering challenges. Her work emphasizes computational mechanics and vibration analysis, with contributions to modal response determination, elastic element behavior, and Kane’s formalism in dynamic systems. Key publications appear in journals like Symmetry and Continuum Mechanics and Thermodynamics, addressing topics ranging from finite element discretization effects to inertial property modeling in complex systems. While no specific awards or grants are highlighted, her publications reflect active engagement in advancing analytical methods for mechanical systems. Advising relationships are not documented in the provided materials.

Suzanne Ahmedمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Active Matter Systems
• Nanomotors
• Biomimetic Nanotechnology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Suzanne Ahmed is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nanoscience at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Penn State University, an M.S. from the University of California, Berkeley, and a B.Sc. from the University of California, Riverside. Her research focuses on developing low Reynolds number, biomimetic active matter systems, including nanomotors and nanorobots, with applications in biomedicine, environmental remediation, and oil recovery. She previously served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Harvard University. Her work emphasizes designing adaptive bioinspired systems, novel propulsion strategies, and motion behavior in confined environments. Current research trends include exploring thermodynamic efficiency of soft robots and fine control over motion modes. Ahmed has published extensively in journals like J. Phys. Chem. B , ACS Nano , and Langmuir . She currently oversees an open postdoctoral fellowship position focused on advancing active matter research. Her contributions bridge fundamental physics and applied nanotechnology, with interdisciplinary collaborations in materials science and biomedical engineering.

Berat Feyza SOYSAL ALBOSTANمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Earthquake Engineering
• Structural Analysis
• Concrete Structures
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Berat Feyza SOYSAL ALBOSTAN is a Researcher in the Department of Civil Engineering at Çankaya University (full-time since 2021). Previously, they served as Research Assistant at Middle East Technical University (2011-2020). Their academic roles include Department Deputy Head (2024–present) and Faculty Management Committee member. Education includes a PhD in Civil Engineering from METU (2014–2021), MSc (2011–2014), and BSc (2006–2011), all from METU. Research focuses on seismic behavior of concrete structures, particularly gravity dams, using advanced numerical methods like discrete element modeling and finite element analysis. Key interests include damage accumulation mechanisms, seismic intensity relationships, and performance-based design principles. They have conducted over 20 research projects supported by TÜBİTAK and TÜBA, with notable contributions to seismic hazard evaluation using spectrum intensity metrics. Teaching includes courses on earthquake engineering fundamentals, numerical methods for civil engineers, and structural dynamics. Advised four master's students focusing on earthquake-resistant design and dam structural integrity. Awards include the 2013-2014 Graduate Student Performance Award from METU. Professional activities include peer review for journals like Scientific Reports and Structures and Buildings , and participation in international conferences such as the World Conference on Earthquake Engineering. Their work bridges computational modeling with practical engineering solutions for seismic resilience in critical infrastructure.

Yang Yangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Data Mining
• Machine Learning
• Computational Social Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Yang Yang is an Assistant Professor at the Mendoza College of Business, University of Notre Dame. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the same institution and previously served as Assistant Professor at Syracuse University and Research Assistant Professor at Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems (NICO) and Kellogg School of Management. His research focuses on data mining, machine learning, computational social science, and science of science, particularly exploring how social networks influence leadership attainment and innovation dynamics in scientific contexts. Yang's work bridges computer science and social sciences, examining topics like team composition effects on innovation, media's role in science communication, and gender disparities in leadership. His research has been published in top-tier venues such as PNAS, KDD, ICDM, and featured in media outlets like Forbes, The Washington Post, and WIRED. His recent technical contributions include advancements in multimodal AI, remote sensing interpretation, and video synthesis techniques. Notable projects include geo-localization systems using satellite imagery, transformative video generation models, and human-centric animation technologies leveraging diffusion models and transformers.

Özkan Kaleمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Earthquake Engineering
• Engineering Seismology
• Ground Motion Prediction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Özkan Kale is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, TED University. He holds academic affiliations with the Graduate Programs in Civil Engineering and has served as a Coordinator for academic activities. His professional experience includes roles as a research associate at Bogazici University Kandilli Observatory and Earthquake Research Institute (2015) and Rice University (2016). He teaches courses such as 'Structural Analysis', 'Earthquake Resistant Design', and 'Probability and Statistics for Engineers', reflecting his expertise in Civil Engineering education. Dr. Kale's research focuses on earthquake engineering and engineering seismology, particularly ground motion characterization, probabilistic seismic hazard analysis, and seismic design spectra. He has contributed to national and international projects, including the development of ground motion predictive models and strong-motion databases for Turkey and Europe. His work emphasizes uncertainty quantification in seismic evaluations and the application of advanced statistical methods to improve seismic risk assessment. Recent publications highlight his analysis of ground motions from the 2023 Türkiye earthquakes, evaluation of site effects in Kahramanmaraş, and development of regional ground-motion models. His research trends emphasize data-driven methodologies, regional adaptation of models, and practical applications for infrastructure resilience. Dr. Kale advises on academic projects and has been involved in several research grants focused on seismic hazard and risk mitigation. He actively contributes to the TED University academic community through teaching and coordinating graduate programs.