جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mark Angusمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Stained Glass Art
• Architectural Design
• Glass Painting
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mark Angus is a Visiting Lecturer at the Estonian Academy of Arts, Faculty of Design, and has been a pivotal figure in stained glass art since the 1970s. His work spans architectural commissions for churches and public spaces in the UK, Germany, and Ireland, alongside autonomous art in painting, printmaking, and artist’s books. He operates studios in Frauenau (Germany) and Graz (Austria). Education : Bristol Polytechnic (Chartered Surveyor, 1970), Swansea School of Art (Architectural Stained Glass, 1978). Research Interests focus on: Stained Glass as a medium for spiritual and secular narratives. Vitreography (glass-based printmaking) and its interplay with light and subtlety. Artist’s Books integrating letterpress and visual storytelling. Human Figure Representation in glass and paper, emphasizing dialogue and existential themes. Recent Publications include his 2018 artist’s book 80 Capriccios and the Turbulences of the Self , drawing on Goya’s Los Caprichos to critique modernity, and 2025’s KUNST. Kunst im Landkreis Passau, Bd. 70 , documenting regional art practices. His RED (2014) and Juvenescence (2014) explore color symbolism and eternal youth through acrylics and illustrated novels. Scientific & Artistic Awards : 1990: South West Arts & Crafts Fellowship 1984: South West Arts Major Craft Award 1979: Crafts Council Setting-up Grant 1978: Worshipful Company of Glaziers Travelling Scholarship Teaching & Collaborations : He has taught at the Estonian Academy of Arts, Penland School of Crafts (USA), and Bild-Werk Frauenau (Germany), including 2025’s masterclass Risk & Resonance – The Stained Glass Experience . His exhibitions, such as 80 Capriccios (2024, Neuburg am Inn), reflect interdisciplinary dialogues between glass, poetry, and theological themes.

Martha Saundersمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Painting
• Printmaking
• Art History
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Martha Saunders serves as Associate Professor of Studio Art and Chair of the Hunt Gallery at Mary Baldwin University, holding an MFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art and a BFA from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is dedicated to fostering collaborative and exploratory studio environments for developing artists through her pedagogical approach. Her educational background includes: Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from Virginia Commonwealth University Master of Fine Arts (MFA) from the Maryland Institute College of Art Saunders' research centers on painting and printmaking with critical engagement in art historical narratives, particularly examining representation of marginalized voices. Her involvement with the Women's Caucus for Art has fundamentally shaped her interrogation of exclusionary practices in art canon formation, driving both her studio practice and academic perspective. As an active mentor, Saunders integrates her professional studio work directly into student guidance, emphasizing process-oriented exploration. Her leadership as Chair of the Hunt Gallery establishes vital exhibition platforms connecting students with broader artistic communities through curated programming and operational oversight.

Gregory Paradisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sustainable Forest Management
• Operations Research
• Forest Economics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gregory Paradis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Forest Resources Management at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Forestry. His research focuses on sustainable forest management, integrating operations research, mathematical optimization, and systems modeling to address complex interactions between ecosystems, industries, and society. He works with the FRESH Lab and collaborates with the Integrated Remote Sensing Studio, emphasizing ecological and economic integration in forest planning. Sustainable Forest Management Operations Research Forest Economics Data Science Risk Assessment GIS-based Methods His research spans forest inventory optimization, climate change adaptation strategies, wildfire risk modeling, and decision support systems for invasive species. He develops computational frameworks to enhance wood supply planning, carbon management, and ecological resilience. Recent work includes machine learning applications for fire safety in timber structures and automated road planning tools for wildlife conservation. Paradis’s publications highlight trends in applying optimization methods to sustainable forestry, with a focus on biodiversity, climate adaptation, and value chain innovation. He advocates for interdisciplinary approaches that bridge silviculture, industrial engineering, and data science to tackle emerging challenges in forest ecosystems. As an educator, he seeks motivated students with quantitative and creative problem-solving skills. His lab collaborates on remote sensing integration, risk assessment models, and policy-relevant forest management strategies, ensuring plans account for uncertainties like insect infestations or windthrow events.

• Mobile operating systems
• Mobile computer architecture
• Low-power mobile systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Robert Likamwa is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University, affiliated with the School of Arts, Media and Engineering and the School of Electrical, Computer and Energy Engineering. His research focuses on the intersection of mobile computing, augmented reality, and sensor design through Meteor Studio. Ph.D., Rice University M.S., Rice University B.S., Rice University His work spans three core research arcs: (i) advanced visual capture systems, (ii) hybrid virtual-physical immersion through sensory augmentation, and (iii) data-driven frameworks for AR/VR storytelling. He explores mobile operating systems, low-power architectures, computational imaging, and holographic computing. Recent publications analyze multi-resolution visual sensing, geospatial cross-virtuality collaboration, planetary data visualization, spatial audio optimization, and multi-sensory virtual environments. His 2013 paper on energy-proportional image sensors received the Best Paper Award at ACM MobiSys. Best Paper Award, ACM MobiSys 2013 LiKamWa advises graduate students through research and thesis courses and leads grants related to mobile vision systems, haptic interfaces, and energy-efficient sensor design. He directs Meteor Studio, a research group focused on immersive technology innovation.

Adam Marcusمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Architectural Design
• Computational Design
• Digital Fabrication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adam Marcus is an Associate Professor of Architecture at Tulane University School of Architecture and serves as Research Director of the Center on Climate Change and Urbanism. He directs Variable Projects, an award-winning design and research studio operating at the intersection of architecture, computation, and fabrication, and is a partner in Futures North, a public art collaborative dedicated to exploring data aesthetics. His educational background includes: Master of Architecture from Columbia University Bachelor of Arts from Brown University Adam's research focuses on critical approaches to design computation, digital fabrication, and robotics, exploring how these technologies enable new modes of ecological, material, and public engagement. His work particularly emphasizes climate adaptation, buoyant ecologies for sea level rise, computational representation, and multispecies architecture. He integrates these interests through practical design-build projects that address ecological challenges while advancing architectural representation and fabrication techniques. His recent publications demonstrate a strong emphasis on computational approaches to architectural representation and ecological design. The works consistently explore the intersection of digital technologies with ecological imperatives, particularly focusing on climate adaptation strategies, multispecies collaborations, and innovative drawing protocols that bridge analog and computational paradigms. His book 'Drawing Codes' represents a significant contribution to rethinking architectural drawing in the computational age. Notable awards include: Selected as one of the '30 Most Admired Educators' by Design Intelligence (2013) Recipient of the New Faculty Teaching Award from the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (2016) Adam has served on ACADIA's Board of Directors from 2015 to 2021 and currently serves on the editorial board of the International Journal of Architectural Computing. His teaching at Tulane includes design studios and courses in computational design and digital fabrication with ecological applications, building on his decade of experience at California College of the Arts where he co-founded the Architectural Ecologies Lab. He leads research initiatives through Tulane's Center on Climate Change and Urbanism, developing practical design solutions for ecological challenges, particularly those related to climate change and sea level rise. His Buoyant Ecologies Float Lab project exemplifies this approach, creating 'optimized upside-down benthos for sea level rise adaptation' that has received attention from major media outlets including Smithsonian Magazine and Architectural Record.

• Fine Arts
• Visual Arts
• Art Education
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Katie Colford serves as a Lecturer in Fine Arts within the Department of Fine Arts at Brandeis University, where she teaches and contributes to the academic community from the Goldman-Schwartz Art Studios. Her role centers on undergraduate instruction and creative practice within the university's arts ecosystem. Her educational foundation includes advanced training from Yale University: Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Dr. Colford's scholarly focus spans Fine Arts and Visual Arts with specialized emphasis on Art Education and Architectural Design. Her interdisciplinary background bridges creative practice and pedagogical innovation, fostering experimental approaches to artistic instruction that integrate spatial design principles with traditional studio methodologies. This synthesis enriches curriculum development across foundational and advanced coursework. As a core faculty member, she operates within the Goldman-Schwartz Art Studios—a dedicated facility supporting painting, sculpture, digital media, and architectural prototyping. This environment enables hands-on mentorship and collaborative projects that connect technical skill development with conceptual exploration. While specific grant funding details remain unpublicized, her lecturing position inherently involves curriculum design, student portfolio development, and departmental service. Her Yale-trained perspective informs critical discourse around contemporary art practices and historical frameworks within undergraduate education.

• Entrepreneurship
• Business Model Innovation
• Business Incubators and Accelerators
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Paolo Landoni is a Full Professor at the Department of Management and Production Engineering (DIGEP) within the College of Management and Production Engineering at Politecnico di Torino. His research focuses on entrepreneurship, business model innovation, business incubators/accelerators, sustainability, and social impact startups. He serves as Scientific Director/Responsible for numerous EU-funded and commercial research projects including SEED2SCALE, ESSENTIAL, and Open Sustainable Innovation. Key research areas: Entrepreneurship, Business Model Innovation, Incubators, Sustainability Supervises PhD students in topics spanning sustainable procurement, social startups, and innovation ecosystems Recipient of EU Horizon 2020 and MSCA funding Active in teaching courses on Entrepreneurship since 2019/20 His recent publications analyze sustainable public procurement, financial sustainability in microfinance, blockchain for social good, and incubator effectiveness. He collaborates with institutions like the LINKS Foundation and consults for corporate innovation projects.

• Pre-modern architecture and urban planning
• Earthquakes and natural disasters
• Fortifications
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Sofia Hernandez è una ricercatrice dottoranda presso l'Università di Princeton, supervisionata dai Professori Carolyn Yerkes e Basile Baudez. Come Princeton Fellow, si dedica allo studio dell'architettura e urbanistica del primo Mediterraneo moderno, con particolare attenzione alla relazione tra architettura, potere politico e catastrofi naturali in Italia spagnola. È affiliata alla Bibliotheca Hertziana e collabora con il Dipartimento di Tanja Michalsky. Università: Princeton University Dipartimento: Michalsky Department Ruolo Accademico: Researcher La sua ricerca principale analizza la ricostruzione della Sicilia orientale dopo il terremoto del 1693, esaminando le strategie della Corona spagnola per asserire controllo imperiale attraverso interventi architettonici. Utilizza materiali d'archivio provenienti da Spagna e Sicilia, contestualizzando il periodo nel declino della monarchia spagnola. Dal 2023, Sofia è autrice di The Digital Piranesi, un progetto di digital humanities che cura un'edizione online delle opere di Giovanni Battista Piranesi. Formazione: Laurea in Storia dell'Arte, Columbia University (2019) Riconoscimenti: Princeton Fellow

Wesley McGeeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotics
• Digital Fabrication
• Material Computation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wesley McGee serves as Associate Professor of Architecture and Director of the Fabrication and Robotics Lab (FABLab) at the University of Michigan Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. He co-founded Matter Design, a studio pioneering innovative applications of advanced manufacturing in architectural production across global contexts including the US, Europe, Middle East, and Australia. Education Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Tech Master of Industrial Design, Georgia Tech McGee's research critically interrogates material production methods in architecture through robotics and digital fabrication, developing novel connections between design, engineering, and manufacturing processes. His work explores spatial-laminated timber systems, geometrically adaptive robotic workflows, and real-time fabrication-aware form finding to create material-efficient architectural solutions. His publications trend toward integrating computational design with physical construction, emphasizing topological optimization, adaptive robotic motion planning, and additive manufacturing techniques that reduce material usage by up to 46% compared to conventional systems. Scientific Awards Architectural League Prize for Young Architects & Designers Design Biennial Boston Award ACADIA Award for Innovative Research Architect Magazine R+D Award (multiple) McGee leads NSF Regional Innovation Engines semifinalist projects including Next-Generation Factory-Built Housing and secures University of Michigan grants for climate action initiatives. His Matter Design studio collaborates with architects, engineers, and artists on exhibitions like Climate Futures and SPLAM, advancing equitable city-making through material innovation. As FABLab Director, he operates a cutting-edge robotics facility where industrial tools are reconfigured for architectural production, mentoring students in courses like ARCH 581 (Advanced Robotics) and ARCH 702 (Robotic Engagement) while pushing boundaries in mass timber and glass fabrication.

Roland Zengerleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Microfluidics
• Lab-on-a-Chip
• Bio-MEMS
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Roland Zengerle serves as Full Professor for Application Development at the Institute of Microsystems Technology within the Faculty of Engineering at Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg, concurrently holding the position of Director at Hahn-Schickard Institute for Microanalysis Systems in Freiburg. His academic leadership spans microsystems engineering with a focus on translational research bridging fundamental science and clinical applications. Zengerle's research expertise centers on Microfluidics, Lab-on-a-Chip systems, Bio-MEMS, Electrochemical Energy Systems, and Tomographic Reconstruction of Mesoporous Materials. He pioneers hybrid manufacturing techniques integrating molten metal printing with polymer processing to develop point-of-care diagnostic platforms and advanced energy systems. Current projects include UTI-Diag for urinary tract infection diagnosis and PhotonMed, a 32-million-euro medical technology initiative where his MEMS Applications Laboratory develops centrifugal microfluidic solutions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant trend toward multi-technology integration: centrifugal microfluidics combined with 3D bioprinting for organoid-based drug testing, molten metal printing for flexible electronics, and bead-based immunoassays for infectious disease detection. The work demonstrates strong clinical translation focus, particularly in cancer diagnostics (circulating tumor cell isolation), infectious disease testing (TB diagnostics), and regenerative medicine (spheroid/organoid handling). His laboratory has secured significant funding for high-impact projects including: UTI-Diag: Molecular diagnostics for urinary tract infections PhotonMed: Medical technology innovation consortium livMatS: Living, Adaptive and Energy-autonomous Materials Systems Zengerle actively mentors researchers through Freiburg's Master Lab program and Writer's Studio initiative while promoting young talent via Bootcamp training. His group maintains strategic alliances with Hahn-Schickard spin-offs and industry partners, leveraging university cleanroom facilities and specialized service centers for microfabrication. The MEMS Applications Laboratory operates as a hub for interdisciplinary innovation, combining microfabrication expertise with clinical insights to develop commercializable diagnostic solutions. Current infrastructure supports centrifugal microfluidic cartridge development, 3D-bioprinting of tissue models, and electrochemical sensor integration, with ongoing work focused on automating complex biological workflows for point-of-care applications.

• Antennas and Propagation
• Electromagnetics
• Wireless Networks
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Can Ding is an Associate Professor in the School of Electrical and Data Engineering at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), affiliated with the Faculty of Engineering and IT. He is a core member of the Global Big Data Technologies Centre (GBDTC). Ding holds a BEng in Microelectronics from Xidian University (2009) and a joint PhD in Electromagnetic Fields and Microwave Technology from Xidian University and Macquarie University (2016). His research focuses on engineering electromagnetics, particularly in base station antennas for 5G/6G networks, cross-band interference mitigation, and antenna array design. He has led numerous industry-collaborative projects, including ARC-funded initiatives, and has over 120 publications in top-tier journals/conferences, featured in IEEE's 'What’s Hot in Antennas and Propagation.' Teaching highlights include coordinating foundational electrical engineering courses and studio subjects, recognized with UTS's 2023 'Mid-Career Educator of the Year' award. He actively contributes to professional societies like IEEE AP-S, serving as an editor and conference organizer. His awards include the ARC DECRA grant (2020), Top 2% World Scientist (2023), and multiple outstanding reviewer distinctions. His grants include 'Advancing Millimeter-Wave Base Station for 6G' (ARC DP, 2025–2027) and 'Maximizing 5G Signal Transparency' (UTS Bluesky, 2024). Ding supervises students in antenna design and has mentored over a dozen researchers, many of whom have won international conference awards.

Antonio Viana Toméمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Canon Law
• Church Governance
• Hierarchical Organization of the Church
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Antonio Viana Tomé is a Professor and former Dean (2012–2021) of the Faculty of Canon Law at the University of Navarra. He holds PhDs in Canon Law (1984) and Law (1987) from the University of Navarra, and studied at the University of Deusto (Law, 1979) and University of Bamberg (as DAAD scholar, 1992). His research focuses on hierarchical Church governance, canon law structures, and ecclesiastical organizations. He directed the journal Ius Canonicum (1991–2009) and co-edited the General Dictionary of Canon Law (2012). Awards include the DAAD Scholarship (1992). He has served in leadership roles such as Vice President of the Spanish Association of Canonists (2002–2004) and on the board of the Consociatio Internationalis Studio Iuris Canonici Promovendo . His work bridges legal and theological dimensions of church governance. Educación: Licenciado en Derecho, Universidad de Deusto (1979) Doctor en Derecho Canónico, Universidad de Navarra (1984) Doctor en Derecho, Universidad de Navarra (1987) Investigación: Specializes in Church governance structures, canon law codification, and ecclesiastical institutions. Key themes include: Hierarchical organization of the Church Legal foundations of prelatures Canon law interpretation in contemporary contexts Reconocimientos: DAAD Scholarship (1992) Docencia y liderazgo: Dean of Canon Law Faculty (2012–2021), full professor since 2005. Involved in major projects like the General Dictionary of Canon Law , a collaborative global effort. Active in academic and professional networks, contributing to legal scholarship and church policy.

Lucy McRaeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Future technologies and human evolution
• Human intimacy in technological future
• Genetic engineering ethics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Lucy McRae is a multidisciplinary artist, filmmaker, inventor, and "body architect" based in Los Angeles. She serves as a visiting professor at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) where she co-directs a futures incubator. Recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum and a TED Fellow, McRae leads an art-research studio investigating how emerging technologies impact human evolution. Her work has been exhibited at prestigious venues including the Venice Biennale, Centre Pompidou, Science Museum London, and National Gallery of Victoria. McRae's research explores the intersection of science, technology, and the human body, with particular focus on: Future technologies and their impact on human evolution Speculative reproductive technologies and artificial wombs Genetic engineering ethics and implications Human intimacy in technological futures Emotional technologies and comfort devices Body architecture and science fiction prototyping Her artistic practice creates "prophetic aesthetics" that generate "nostalgia for a future about to happen," diversifying the predictive voices in science and technology through designed hypothetical worlds. McRae uses speculation as a tool to provoke exploration of ideologies and ethics about human evolution. Her notable works include Heavy Duty Love (Venice Biennale), Future Survival Kit , Compression Carpet , and Solitary Survival Raft , which explore themes of human touch in increasingly digital worlds and potential future reproductive technologies. Her major recognitions include: Young Global Leader, World Economic Forum TED Fellow McRae collaborates extensively with institutions and brands, serving as a futurist consultant to Hollywood productions (including Blade Runner 2099), and working with organizations including MIT, NASA, Aesop, Adidas, Nike, Adobe, Intel, and BMW Mini. Her studio functions as a research incubator exploring speculative futures through art, film, and conceptual fashion. Based in Los Angeles, McRae's studio operates at the intersection of art, science, and technology, creating immersive installations and prototypes that engage the public in critical dialogue about emerging technologies and their implications for human evolution and society.

Sara Beckمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Engineering
• Water Disinfection
• UV LED Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sara Beck is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of British Columbia. She leads the Beck Lab, focusing on water disinfection, UV LED technology, and environmental microbiology to address global water challenges. Her work bridges fundamental science and engineering applications, emphasizing sustainable solutions for public health and water quality. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (2015, University of Colorado Boulder), M.S. in Environmental Engineering (Georgia Tech), B.S./B.A. in Aerospace Engineering/Studio Art (CU Boulder). Prior to academia, she worked as a NASA flight controller supporting Space Shuttle and ISS programs. Research Interests: UV disinfection mechanisms, water reuse, applied environmental microbiology, decentralized systems, and microplastic degradation. Key projects include UV LED applications for point-of-use disinfection, biofilm dynamics in filtration systems, and fecal contamination impacts on child health in low-resource settings. Awards: AEESP Outstanding Dissertation (2016), NSERC Discovery Accelerator (2021), Fulbright Scholar (2015), NASA Astronaut Finalist (2017). Lab members include PhD candidates Patrick Mirindi and Thusitha Rathnayake, and collaborators across global institutions. Grants: NSERC funding for UV LED research, WHO collaborations on surface disinfection protocols. Active research spans microbial communities in membranes, viral load quantification, and optimizing BWRO energy efficiency. Labs/Teams: Beck Lab @ UBC collaborates with interdisciplinary experts in engineering, microbiology, and policy to advance water treatment solutions. Current projects address microplastic prevalence in BC freshwater and surface disinfection standardization for healthcare settings.

• Model Predictive Control
• Power Electronics
• Renewable Energy Integration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ricardo Aguilera Echeverria is an Associate Professor at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), School of Electrical and Data Engineering . With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Newcastle (2012), he has held academic positions at UNSW Australia (2014-2016) and UTS since 2016. His research focuses on model predictive control (MPC) applied to power electronics , renewable energy integration , and microgrid control systems . He actively supervises Masters and PhD students and has developed courses such as Control Studio A and Control Studio B . Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (University of Newcastle, 2012) MSc in Electronics Engineering (Universidad Tecnica Federico Santa Maria, 2007) BSc in Electrical Engineering (Universidad de Antofagasta, 2003) Research Interests: Model Predictive Control (MPC) for power converters Microgrid stability and cybersecurity Second-life battery integration Hybrid DC-AC microgrid solutions Recent Research Trends: Advancements in modular multilevel matrix converters (M3C) for LFAC systems Development of per-phase instantaneous power theories for LVRT compensation Sliding mode observers (SMO) for cyberattack mitigation in AC microgrids Optimal control strategies for delta-connected CHB converters in energy storage Grants & Projects: Lead investigator in HORIZON Europe (2024-2027) on digital solutions for renewable energy systems ARC Discovery Project (DP240102646) on extending second-life battery life (2024-2026) Collaborative grants with Sovereign Propulsion Systems Pty Ltd and NSW Department of Industry for hybrid-electric vehicle control