جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Natalie T. Chengمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Vascular Neurology
• Stroke
• Cryptogenic Stroke
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Natalie T. Cheng is an Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology (Pending Appointment at Rank) at Weill Cornell Medicine, specializing in vascular neurology and stroke care. She holds academic roles across multiple departments including Neurology:Stroke at NewYork-Presbyterian (NYP) and Neurology divisions at Weill Cornell Medicine. Her clinical practice focuses on acute neurologic emergencies, stroke evaluation, and cerebrovascular disease management. Dr. Cheng completed her residency at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, serving as Chief Resident, followed by a vascular neurology fellowship at UCSF and an NIH Strokenet research fellowship. She previously directed stroke services at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and led the NYP Brooklyn Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit. At Montefiore-Einstein, she held roles as Assistant Professor and Clinical Liaison for the Comprehensive Stroke Center Network. Her research interests emphasize improving healthcare delivery efficiency, reducing care variability, and optimizing stroke care pathways. She returned to Weill Cornell in 2023 as Site Chief for Neurology at Lower Manhattan Hospital and Chair of the Departmental Quality Improvement Committee. Educational background: B.A. in Molecular and Cell Biology & Psychology from UC Berkeley (2005), M.D. from University of Rochester (2010). Board-certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology.

Tammy Cowartمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Employment Law
• Corporate Governance and Compliance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tammy Cowart is a Professor of Business Law at the Soules College of Business , University of Texas at Tyler. She serves as Chair of the Accounting, Finance & Business Law department and holds the Bart Brooks Professor of Ethics and Leadership title. Her academic career spans over two decades, with teaching and research focusing on legal and ethical frameworks in business contexts. J.D., Texas Tech University B.S., Texas A&M University Dr. Cowart's research interests center on intellectual property , corporate governance , privacy law , and ethical leadership . Her recent publications address pressing issues in patent ethics, algorithmic pricing fairness, and tax compliance. She has pioneered business ethics curricula approved for CPA candidates. Scientific awards and recognitions include: Outstanding Faculty Award (Texas Alpha Xi Chapter of Alpha Chi) Provost’s Excellence in Teaching Award Outstanding Student Organization Advisor Dr. Cowart has held administrative roles as Director of Undergraduate and Graduate Programs at Soules College of Business. She actively contributes to community organizations and legal associations, maintaining memberships in the State Bar of Texas, Academy of Legal Studies in Business, and Association for Practical and Professional Ethics.

Judith Andersenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Stress Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Police Training
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Judith Andersen is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto Mississauga, specializing in health psychology with a focus on the psychophysiology of stress and its impact on mental and physical health in high-stress occupations. Her research emphasizes evidence-based training programs for police and special forces, resilience development for first responders, and mental health disparities among LGBTQ+ communities. She holds a PhD from the University of California, Irvine. Her work includes designing stress-regulation interventions to enhance police decision-making during critical incidents and developing competency frameworks for incident commanders. Recent projects involve applying biofeedback technology (e.g., HRV monitoring) to improve officer performance and wellness. She collaborates internationally with law enforcement agencies in Canada, the U.S., and Europe. Key research domains include: Psychophysiological stress responses and their modulation Resilience training for first responders Mental health disparities in marginalized groups Evidence-based policing strategies Her publications from 2024–2025 explore topics like stress physiology in policing, competency development for crisis leaders, and the role of social support in reducing LGBTQ+ mental health disparities. Ongoing projects focus on reducing racial bias in policing and optimizing training through big data analytics. While no formal advisees are listed, her research teams engage in translational studies impacting policy and practice. She advocates for applied psychological research to bridge academic and real-world challenges in public safety and health.

• Ophthalmology
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Macular Degeneration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Mark Gillies is a leading academic in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney , specifically within the Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye Health department. He holds the title of Professor and is affiliated with the Save Sight Institute . His research focuses on medical retina, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, with pioneering work in intravitreal steroids for diabetic retinopathy and internet-based outcome tracking systems like the Fight Retinal Blindness! Project . Education: Gillies earned his PhD from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute, making him the first Australian ophthalmologist with this distinction. His expertise spans clinical trials, retinal metabolism, and Müller cell biology. He has been a vocal advocate for treatments like Photodynamic Therapy and public education on retinal diseases. Research Interests: His work addresses central retinal diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and stem cell therapies. He emphasizes translational research, bridging clinical practice with innovations like drug delivery systems and outcome registries. Advising & Grants: Supervises students like Grace CHAN (digital transformation in organ culture) and Jialing ZHANG (RNA-based drug delivery). His projects involve large-scale registries tracking real-world outcomes for retinal diseases, ensuring evidence-based practices. Labs & Teams: Leads the Macula Research Group and collaborates with global networks through the Save Sight Institute . His work integrates clinical, genetic, and metabolic data to advance retinal therapies.

Thomas Kjeldsenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Extreme events
• Machine learning
• Hydrological modelling
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Thomas Kjeldsen is a Professor in the Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering at the University of Bath. He leads multiple research projects funded by organizations such as The British Council, Royal Academy of Engineering, and The Leverhulme Trust. His research focuses on extreme events, machine learning, hydrological modeling, and nature-based solutions. He is affiliated with centers including the Water Innovation and Research Centre (WIRC), EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Statistical Applied Mathematics (SAMBa), and the Institute for Mathematical Innovation (IMI). Research Interests: Extreme events, machine learning applications in hydrology, flood risk management, and civil engineering resilience. Key Projects: Development of rainfall frequency models for infrastructure design, flood reconstruction using historical data, and capacity-building for South African flood studies. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and clean water. Recent studies emphasize non-stationary hydrological analysis, urban flood modeling using machine learning, and interdisciplinary approaches to water resource management. Activities include advising doctoral students, organizing academic events (e.g., British Hydrological Society Symposium), and serving on external committees like Affinity Water. His research has been widely cited and featured in policy discussions and international media.

Yen-Fen Tsengمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Migration
• Migration Policy
• Skilled Migration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Yen-Fen Tseng is a sociologist at the National Taiwan University's Department of Sociology, specializing in migration studies with a focus on Asia. Her research examines skilled migration patterns, migration policies, and transnational mobility, particularly involving Taiwan's connections with global cities like Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from UCLA (1994) following M.A. (1989) and B.A. (1984) degrees from National Taiwan University. Her work critically analyzes how migration policies interact with migrants' lived experiences, emphasizing gaps between official regulations and practical realities. Key research themes include: Skilled labor mobility across East Asia Policy frameworks governing guest workers and dual citizenship Urbanization dynamics in global cities Cross-border career development strategies Recent publications explore topics such as Taiwanese migrants' settlement intentions in Tokyo/Hong Kong (2023), Japan's corporate talent challenges (2021), and migration policy paradoxes in Taiwan (forthcoming 2025). Her work often bridges sociological theory with policy analysis, contributing to both academic discourse and practical governance strategies. Her research has consistently addressed migration's geopolitical dimensions, including the impact of Sino-Taiwan relations on mobility patterns and the evolving social identities of Hong Kong immigrants in Taiwan. She has also examined historical migration phenomena like 1990s Taiwanese immigrant entrepreneurship in Los Angeles.

Joseph D. Blackburnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Time-based Competition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joseph D. Blackburn is a Professor and former Acting Dean at Vanderbilt University's Owen Graduate School of Management. His expertise spans Operations Management, focusing on time-based competition, sustainable supply chains, and inventory systems. He holds a Ph.D. in Operations Research from Stanford University (1971), an M.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin (1964), and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Vanderbilt (1963). Prior to academia, he worked as a Chemical Engineer at Eastman Kodak. Research Interests: Blackburn is globally recognized for pioneering work on time-based competition in manufacturing and sustainable supply chain strategies. His work integrates operational efficiency with environmental and economic sustainability, addressing challenges such as inventory optimization, remanufacturing policies, and perishable product management. Awards: Founder’s Medalist (Vanderbilt), Fellow of the Production and Operations Management Society, Jo Van Nunen Prize (2016). Leadership: Served as President of the Production and Operations Management Society and on editorial boards of top journals like Production and Operations Management . Publications include seminal works in Management Science , Journal of Operations Management , and Decision Sciences , emphasizing practical applications of operations research in real-world supply chain challenges.

Octavio Aburtoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Coastal Ecology
• Conservation Ecology
• Ecosystem Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Octavio Aburto is a Professor of Marine Biology at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, University of California San Diego. He specializes in Coastal Ecology, Conservation Ecology, and Ecosystem Dynamics with a focus on mangrove ecosystems, marine protected areas, and climate impacts. His research investigates nursery habitats in the Gulf of California and the role of mangroves in sustaining fisheries and coastal resilience. Aburto holds a PhD from Scripps Institution of Oceanography (2009) and has published extensively on topics ranging from marine biodiversity to policy frameworks for conservation. Education: PhD in Marine Biology, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego (2009) M.S., Universidad Autonoma de Baja California Sur Research Interests: Aburto’s work centers on the ecological and socioeconomic dimensions of marine conservation. Key areas include: Mangrove ecosystems as critical nursery habitats Design of effective marine protected areas (MPAs) Climate change impacts on coastal systems Integration of conservation with human well-being Publications: His recent work highlights the ecological and economic value of mangroves, the role of MPAs in dive tourism, and the resilience of kelp forests to climate change. He emphasizes scalable solutions such as ‘Marine Prosperity Areas’ to align ecological restoration with community needs. Grants and Collaborations: Aburto collaborates internationally on projects like the Mexico-California Bi-National Initiative for kelp forest ecosystems. His work bridges science and policy to address global challenges in marine conservation.

Patrick Dumondمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Vibration and Acoustic System Design
• Inverse Eigenvalue Methods
• Mechanical/Biomechanical Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Patrick Dumond holds a Ph.D., M.A.Sc., and B.A.Sc. from the University of Ottawa. He is affiliated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering. His research focuses on vibration/acoustic system design, inverse eigenvalue methods, biomechanical design, design theory, musical acoustics, and experiential engineering education. He actively contributes to the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Engineering Design (CEED) and advises students in engineering competitions. His work bridges mechanical engineering with biomedical and educational applications, emphasizing practical, hands-on learning. Education: All degrees earned at the University of Ottawa—Ph.D. (2015), M.A.Sc. (uOttawa), B.A.Sc. (uOttawa). Research interests include vibration systems, biomedical prosthetics (e.g., hip joint prostheses), and machine learning for fault diagnosis. He has published extensively on topics like bearing fault detection, data fusion, and educational program design. Professional Involvement: CEED co-development, advising student teams, and advancing multidisciplinary engineering education. Labs/Teams: Core contributor to the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Engineering Design (CEED).

• Econometrics
• Agricultural Economics
• Resource Economics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Zheng Li is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at North Carolina State University. His research focuses on econometric methodologies with applications in agricultural economics, resource management, and policy analysis. He holds expertise in nonparametric estimation, quantile regression, and structural econometric modeling. Key research interests include analyzing agricultural production risks, evaluating policy impacts on housing markets, and developing advanced statistical techniques for mixed data types. His work bridges econometric theory with practical applications in environmental, urban, and transportation sectors. Recent publications explore topics such as lung cancer detection via biomedical sensing technologies, ridesharing platform incentives, and pandemic effects on real estate markets. Methodologically, his contributions span kernel-based specification tests, bootstrap methods for heavy-tailed data, and monotonicity-constrained estimation techniques. No scientific awards or formal advisees are listed. His research often intersects with interdisciplinary challenges, reflecting a commitment to innovative solutions in applied economics and data science.

• Anesthesiology
• Neurosciences
• Neuroinflammation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Lars I Eriksson is a Professor and head of the section of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care at the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet. His research focuses on the neuroinflammatory and cognitive consequences of surgical trauma and critical illness, with particular emphasis on mechanisms linking systemic inflammation to long-term brain dysfunction. He leads the research group "The brain after surgery and trauma - neuroinflammation, cognitive impairment and dementia" , which investigates postoperative neurocognitive decline, dementia risk, and immune-brain interactions. Key funding sources include the Swedish Research Council (VR Medicine), The Brain Foundation, and the Alzheimer Foundation. Research Interests : Neuroinflammation following surgery/trauma Cognitive decline mechanisms in postoperative patients Immune-brain communication in critical illness Pharmacological prevention of postoperative dementia Clinical translation of experimental immunology findings Recent Work Trends focus on: Immune profiling in critical care survivors (e.g., NeuroCOVID studies) Biomarker development for cognitive outcomes Extracellular vesicle roles in postoperative brain injury Grants & Collaborations**: Active projects include: VR Medicine grant exploring surgery-induced neuroinflammation ALF Region Stockholm funding for translational studies European Society for Anesthesiology support for clinical trials Labs/Teams**: Directly supervises a multidisciplinary team including research engineers (Anette Ebberyd) and senior specialists (e.g., Marta Gómez Galán, Souren Mkrtchian). Collaborates extensively across departments at Karolinska Institutet and internationally.

Luan Oliveiraمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Precision Agriculture
• Agricultural Engineering
• Crop Production
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Luan Oliveira is an Assistant Professor and Precision Agriculture Extension Specialist at the University of Georgia's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences (CAES), Department of Horticulture. His roles are distributed as 75% Extension, 20% Research, and 5% Service. He holds a Ph.D. in Agronomy (Crop Production) from São Paulo State University and a B.Sc. in Agronomic Engineering from Federal University of Paraíba, Brazil. His research focuses on precision agriculture tools, agricultural machinery optimization for vegetables and specialty crops, and mechanized operations like planting, spraying, and harvesting. He leads the Precision Horticulture Team, aiming to improve crop quality through innovative technologies. Dr. Oliveira has received the 2021 Gerald O. Mott Award for Meritorious Graduate Student in Science. He has authored/co-authored 9 refereed articles, 7 Extension Publications, 40 conference papers, and 13 book chapters, securing ~$220,000 in grants as PI/Co-PI. His work emphasizes practical applications in precision agriculture, including drone spraying, robotic systems, and mechanized sugarcane planting. Key grants and awards highlight his contributions to agricultural technology and crop management. His research spans diverse crops like peanuts, corn, cotton, and sugarcane, addressing challenges in seeding depth, soil compaction, and equipment wear. He collaborates with the Institute for Integrative Precision Agriculture and UGA's Precision Agriculture initiatives.

David Ubilavaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Commodity Markets
• Price Analysis
• Conflict and Political Violence
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. David Ubilava is an Associate Professor in the School of Economics at the University of Sydney, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD in Agricultural Economics from Purdue University (2010) with research focusing on agricultural markets, commodity prices, and the socioeconomic impacts of climate variability and political conflict. His work examines how environmental factors and market dynamics influence food security and social stability in developing regions. Research interests center on: Price analysis and forecasting in commodity markets Climate shocks and agricultural adaptation strategies Political violence and conflict economics Economic development in vulnerable regions Publications demonstrate consistent focus on climate-economy interactions, with recent work examining El Niño impacts on global commodity markets and post-harvest conflict dynamics. Research consistently integrates econometric modeling with development policy applications. Awards & Honors: Quality of Research Discovery Award (2025) Research Collaboration Award, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (2024) Teaching Excellence Award, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (2017) Currently advises doctoral candidate Gilliane Angela on emerging Asian economies and serves as associate editor for the American Journal of Agricultural Economics (since 2022) and co-editor of Food Policy (since 2018). Research funding includes ARC Discovery Projects on political conflict and food security.

Cengiz Kahramanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multi-criteria Decision Making
• Fuzzy Logic
• Engineering Economics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Prof. Cengiz Kahraman is a Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Istanbul Technical University (ITU). He holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering from ITU and has held numerous academic and administrative roles, including Head of Department (2010–2013) and Vice Dean (2004–2008). His research focuses on fuzzy logic, multi-criteria decision making, engineering economics, and statistical analysis. He has supervised over 60 theses and led projects funded by TUBITAK and private institutions, including studies on fuzzy decision support systems, warranty cost analysis, and performance evaluation systems. Education: PhD in Industrial Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1992–1996) MSc in Industrial Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1988–1990) BSc in Industrial Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (1984–1988) Research Interests: Fuzzy logic extensions (e.g., spherical, Pythagorean, neutrosophic sets) Multi-criteria decision-making methodologies (AHP, TOPSIS, VIKOR) Applications in supply chain management, sustainability, and engineering economics Key Awards: Applied Soft Computing Journal Best Paper Award (2024) ITU Engineering Science Award (2023) TUBITAK Science Award (2018) Memorial Da Ruan Award (2014) Recent Projects: Intelligent multi-criteria legal tracking systems Fuzzy inference techniques for debt collection optimization Social innovation platforms for education volunteers Warranty cost modeling for Arçelik products Grants & Advising: Recipient of multiple TUBITAK Publication Incentives (2011–2015) Advisor to over 60 graduate students in fuzzy decision-making and engineering Directed projects totaling over ₺1.2 million in funding Labs/Teams: Leads research groups focusing on fuzzy decision systems and sustainable engineering solutions.

Konstantinos Chalikakisمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Hydrogeology
• Hydrogeophysics
• Groundwater Sustainability
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Konstantinos Chalikakis is a lecturer-researcher in hydrogeology and hydrogeophysics at Avignon University's UMR 1114 EMMAH laboratory. He focuses on groundwater sustainability and karst aquifer dynamics, coordinating the GeEAUde partnership chair involving Avignon University, INRAE, and IFPEN. His work integrates geophysical and hydrochemical methods to model groundwater systems in Mediterranean contexts. He leads projects addressing global change impacts on water resources and collaborates with international stakeholders. Key areas include karst recharge dynamics, evapotranspiration monitoring via remote sensing, and innovative techniques like muon detection. Chalikakis actively participates in science outreach, including the 2024 Science Festival, emphasizing groundwater's vital role in arid regions. Affiliations: Avignon University (UMR EMMAH), GeEAUde Partnership Chair Education: Not explicitly stated but inferred through academic role Research Interests: Combines hydrogeology with geophysics to study groundwater systems, particularly in karst environments. Key themes include: Groundwater recharge and availability Karst aquifer vulnerability mapping Multi-scale monitoring (gravimetric, isotopic, geoelectrical) Climate change adaptation strategies Grants & Projects: Coordinates national/international initiatives like GeEAUde, focusing on sustainable management in Mediterranean regions. Collaborates with Moroccan, Greek, and Malagasy institutions on field studies. Labs/Teams: Active in the Low Background Noise Underground Research Laboratory (LSBB) and OZCAR critical zone observatories. Leads hydrogeophysical teams integrating geophysical, chemical, and remote sensing data.