جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Gareth Thompsonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Cardiac Conditions
• Patient and Carer Outcomes
• Coronary Artery Disease
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Gareth Thompson is a Research Fellow at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast. He specializes in improving cardiac patient and carer outcomes through co-designed interventions, with a focus on coronary artery disease, heart failure, and student nurse education. Thompson chairs the Cardiac Research Group, emphasizing Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) across research projects. He teaches Essential Life Sciences and Foundations of Pharmacology to Year 1 Nursing undergraduates and hosts weekly seminars for postgraduate cardiac PhD students. His supervisory role includes assisting in guiding an international PhD student in Chronic Illness & Palliative Care. Thompson has extensive expertise in study methodologies including pilot trials, randomized controlled trials, and implementation science. He has received multiple nominations for MHLS Postdoctoral Awards (2023-2024) and secured the QUB Agility Fund Strand 4 in 2025 for research impact. His peer-review activities span journals such as BMJ Open, Open Heart, and Journal of Sports Sciences, reflecting his interdisciplinary engagement. His research projects include ASMOSUS (improving nursing students' cardiovascular risk assessment), CABIN (post-STEMI patient support), and HELP (heart failure carer support programs). Thompson actively promotes PPI in research and has contributed to public engagement activities like the INCA Annual Scientific Meeting and the QUB Cardiac Research Group Annual Heart Health Conference.

Katherine Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Parkinson's Disease Management
• Physical Activity and Exercise for Chronic Conditions
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katherine Baker is an Associate Professor and Head of Subject for Physiotherapy at Northumbria University's Sport Exercise and Rehabilitation Department. She holds a PhD in Parkinson's-related movement strategies and a BSc in Physiotherapy. Her research focuses on physical activity's role in managing chronic conditions like Parkinson’s, Crohn’s Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis, with a particular emphasis on neurorehabilitation and patient-centered care. Education includes a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy (1996) and a PhD in Movement Strategies for Parkinson’s (2009). Her teaching spans neurology, mental health, and gait analysis. She supervises students across academic levels and has consulted on healthcare projects. Research highlights include the Keep On Keep Up program for Parkinson’s patients, mixed-methods studies on physical activity and falls, and qualitative analyses of chronic illness experiences. Her work integrates rehabilitation culture studies, interprofessional collaboration, and patient resilience frameworks. Notable collaborations include Health Education England and North East and North Cumbria Allied Health Professions Faculty. Her publications emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to aging, chronic conditions, and healthcare system challenges. Supervisory expertise includes doctoral candidate David Jones. Ongoing projects explore retirement adjustment frameworks and pain management strategies for Parkinson’s patients.

Wan J. Fokkinkمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Model-Based System Engineering
• Supervisory Control Synthesis
• Distributed Algorithms
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Wan J. Fokkink is a Full Professor ("Professor") at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering , specifically the Control Systems Technology Group. He also holds a concurrent position as Professor of Theoretical Computer Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam since 2004. His research bridges mechanical engineering and computer science, focusing on formal methods for software development in civil infrastructure and logistics. Education : MSc in Mathematics (1990, University of Amsterdam); PhD in Computer Science (1994, University of Amsterdam) Professional Affiliations : Embedded Systems Group (CWI, 2000-2004); Part-time Professor on Stochastic Design (TU/e, 2012-2016); Co-founder and former vice-chair, IFIP Working Group 1.8 His research interests include: Automated synthesis of safety-critical control software using formal methods Verification of communication protocols and distributed algorithms Application of process algebra and modal logic to real-world systems Model-based development of PLC code for civil engineering structures (bridges, dams, tunnels) Collaboration with semi-industry partners like Rijkswaterstaat and Vanderlande Industries Recent research trends show interdisciplinary focus on: Supervisory control theory applied to logistics and civil infrastructure Abstraction techniques in cyber-physical systems Optimization and fault-tolerance in automated control He actively contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals through applications in smart infrastructure.

• Soft Condensed Matter
• Nanomaterials Science
• Materials Science
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Patrick Baesjou is a Researcher and Lecturer at the Debye Institute for Nanomaterials Science , part of Utrecht University , with a focus on Soft Condensed Matter . He also serves as a Chemistry Lecturer at the Utrecht University of Applied Sciences . His work bridges fundamental chemistry with applied nanomaterials science. His research interests span nanomaterials synthesis , soft matter self-assembly , and optical/electronic applications . Key themes include quantum dot engineering , electrophoretic display technology , and supraparticle photonics . Recent publications highlight advances in anatase TiO2 nanorod synthesis , ligand density control in smectic liquid crystals , and whispering gallery mode lasing . His work integrates materials chemistry , optoelectronics , and self-assembly mechanisms , with applications in sustainable display technology and solid-state lighting . Scientific awards : Member, Scientific Advisory Committee of the European Soft Matter Infrastructure (ESMI) Teaching includes Nanomaterials Science and Chemistry , with supervisory roles in Master Internships . He contributed to projects like Switchable Optics with Responsive Colloids (funded by NWO-TTW), advancing electro-optical components for energy-efficient lighting.

• Model-Based Design Methods
• Design Automation
• Optimization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marc Geilen is an Associate Professor at the Electronic Systems group of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) . He leads the Model-Based Design Lab within the CompSOC Lab and High Tech Systems Center .

• Embedded Systems
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Performance Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jeroen Voeten is a Full Professor in the Electronic Systems group of the Department of Electrical Engineering at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). He also holds a position as a Research Fellow at the Embedded Systems Institute in Eindhoven and is a Senior Scientist and Scientific Advisor to TNO-ESI since 2017. Academic Background: MSc in Mathematics and Computing Science (1991, TU/e) PhD in Electrical Engineering (1997, TU/e) Voeten's research focuses on formal methodologies for hardware/software system specification, design, and implementation. His work spans computer architectures, embedded systems, performance modeling, and cyber-physical systems. He is currently leading the Carm 2G project with ASML to enhance model-based engineering environments for wafer scanner control systems. His recent publications emphasize advancements in global scheduling, fault-tolerant real-time systems, and hybrid performance modeling. These studies address critical areas like latency reduction, schedulability improvements, and data age analysis in multi-rate task chains. Scientific Awards: Best Paper Award, Forum on Specification and Design Languages (FDL 2005) Best Paper Award, Property-Preserving Synthesis for Unified Control and Data-Oriented Models (2005) Voeten has contributed to 87 conference reports, 13 academic reports, 11 book chapters, and 11 journal articles, reflecting his extensive involvement in both academic and industrial research. Labs and Collaborations: He is affiliated with the Model-Based Design Lab and the High Tech Systems Center at TU/e, collaborating with institutions like TNO-ESI and industry leaders such ASML. His work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through applications in embedded systems and high-tech manufacturing.

• Neonatology
• Non-invasive respiratory support
• Neonatal nutrition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Ramon Fernandez Alvarez serves as Senior Lecturer in Paediatrics at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) and holds an Honorary Neonatologist position at Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust. His academic journey began with graduation from Justus-Liebig University in Germany, followed by clinical training at Charite (Berlin), Georg-August University (Göttingen), and Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals. Appointed as Consultant Neonatologist and Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer in 2006, he formally joined BSMS as Senior Lecturer in 2017. His research expertise spans non-invasive respiratory support (Bubble NCPAP and High-Flow Therapy), neonatal nutrition , and point-of-care ultrasound applications. He has established significant collaborations with the Medical Physics Department and served as PI for international trials including PiPS, NEOCIRC, and CURONEB. His current EU-funded project RISEinFAMILY (2021-2025) focuses on Family Integrated Care implementation. Dr. Fernandez maintains an impressive publication record with recent work emphasizing novel monitoring technologies and respiratory support strategies. His 2019 UK national consensus on surfactant therapy and 2016 Bifidobacterium breve trial represent high-impact contributions to neonatal care. As Lead for Paediatric e-learning, he manages the Capsule platform and contributes to BSMS curriculum development, OSCE examinations, and admissions interviews. Fellow of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (FRCPCH) Qualified NLS (Neonatal Life Support) instructor Senior faculty for NOTE international Master's program (University of Southampton) Active member of British Association of Perinatal Medicine Member of British Medical Ultrasound Society and European Society for Paediatric Research His supervisory approach emphasizes publication support with most mentees presenting or publishing work, including recipients of the Bengt Robertson Award. Fluent in German and Spanish, he maintains clinical expertise through his honorary NHS role while advancing neonatal research through BSMS.

• Control Theory
• Model Predictive Control
• Data-Driven Control
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Frank Allgöwer is a Professor and Head of the Institute for Systems Theory and Control Engineering at the University of Stuttgart's Faculty of Engineering. With an extensive publication record through 2025, he leads a prominent research group specializing in advanced control theory methodologies. His research interests span multiple domains of modern control theory, with particular emphasis on Model Predictive Control (MPC), data-driven control approaches, nonlinear systems analysis, and event-triggered control strategies. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations, focusing on stability guarantees, performance optimization, and computational efficiency. Recent research shows a strong focus on Koopman operator theory applications to control systems, distributed multi-agent coordination, and the integration of machine learning techniques with traditional control frameworks. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent research trajectory centered around developing theoretically sound control methodologies with practical applicability. His work demonstrates increasing integration of data-driven approaches with traditional model-based control, particularly in the areas of nonlinear system control and distributed multi-agent systems. The publications span top-tier control journals including IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control, Automatica, and IEEE Control Systems Letters. Professor Allgöwer actively mentors numerous junior researchers, with frequent collaborations suggesting a strong supervisory role for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. His group maintains productive international collaborations while being firmly rooted at the University of Stuttgart.

Louise Protheroمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Health Psychology
• Long-term Physical Health Conditions
• Health Behaviours in Emerging Adulthood
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Louise Prothero is a Senior Research Fellow at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), working within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care and the School of Midwifery and Community Health. She joined ARU in 2022 and serves as Co-Lead of the Health and Care Workforce Research Group, which is part of ARU's Health and Care Research Centre (HCRC). As a Chartered Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society, Dr. Prothero brings extensive expertise in health psychology research with a focus on the intersection of physical and mental health. Dr. Prothero's educational background includes: PhD in Health Studies Research from King's College London MSc in Health Psychology from City, University of London BSc (Hons) in Psychology from the University of Essex Her research primarily focuses on the psychosocial aspects of long-term physical health conditions, with particular emphasis on health behaviors in emerging adulthood. Dr. Prothero investigates how individuals manage chronic conditions and the psychological factors that influence health outcomes. Her work in coaching psychology and motivational interviewing has significant implications for behavior change interventions in healthcare settings. She has developed expertise in mixed methods research approaches, particularly in participatory and qualitative methodologies that engage diverse stakeholders including patients, carers, and clinicians. Dr. Prothero's publication record demonstrates a strong trajectory in healthcare research, with recent work focusing on workforce development in mental health services, simulation-based nursing education, and barriers to diabetic retinopathy screening among young adults. Her research consistently addresses health inequalities and seeks to improve healthcare delivery through evidence-based interventions. Dr. Prothero actively contributes to research funding initiatives, currently serving as Co-Investigator on an NHS England-funded project examining the development of the Allied Health Professionals workforce within mental health services. Her grant demonstrates her commitment to translating research into practical healthcare improvements. As a research supervisor, Dr. Prothero currently supports doctoral students working on topics related to nursing leadership in digital health policy and experiences of nurse partners in general practice partnerships. Her supervisory approach reflects her commitment to developing the next generation of healthcare researchers.