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Li Chenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conversational AI
• Explainable AI
• Recommender Systems
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Li Chen is a full Professor and Associate Head (Research) in the Department of Computer Science at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), with an affiliate appointment at the Academy of Wellness and Human Development. She leads the Positive Intelligence Lab , focusing on intelligent technologies for human well-being. Her research spans conversational AI, explainable AI, recommender systems, and human-computer interaction. Education: PhD in Computer Science, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland (Nominee for Best PhD Thesis Award) Master in Computer Software and Theory, Peking University, China Bachelor in Computer Science, Peking University, China Her research interests revolve around personalized conversational and explainable AI, with applications in entertainment, education, e-commerce, and mental well-being. She has published over 150 papers in top venues including ACM TOIS, IJHCS, CHI, SIGIR, AAAI, RecSys, and UMAP . Her work has been recognized with awards such as the RecSys Best Student Paper Award (2024), CHI Honourable Mention (2022), and multiple best paper awards at UMAP and UMUAI. The most recent publications reflect a strong trend toward fair, explainable, and user-centric recommender systems , with increasing integration of large language models , mental health applications , and conversational agents . Her research emphasizes user feedback, negative sampling techniques, and evaluation frameworks grounded in real user behavior. Scientific Awards & Recognition: President’s Award for Outstanding Performance in Teaching (Individual), HKBU (2024/25) President’s Award for Outstanding Performance in Research Supervision (2022/23) World’s Top 2% Most-Cited Scientists, Stanford University (2021–2024) ACM Senior Member (2015) RecSys’24 Best Student Paper Award CHI’22 Honourable Mention Award UMAP’20 Best Student Paper Award UMUAI 2018 Best Paper Award THE Awards Asia 2021 Excellence and Innovation in the Arts (Co-I) Professor Chen is actively involved in mentoring PhD and Master’s students such as Wanling Cai and Yuhan Zhao, who have co-authored award-winning papers. She has secured research funding through grants like the HKBU IRCMS Project. Her editorial leadership includes serving as Co-Editor-in-Chief of ACM Transactions on Recommender Systems (TORS) , Associate Editor for ACM TiiS , and Editorial Board Member for UMUAI . She has chaired major conferences including ACM RecSys’23 (General Co-Chair), RecSys’20 (Program Co-Chair), and UMAP’18 (Program Co-Chair). She leads the Positive Intelligence Lab , which conducts interdisciplinary research on AI for well-being. The lab has developed datasets like the Intent Annotation of Recommendation Dialogue (IARD) and focuses on user-centric AI design, mental health chatbots, and personalized recommendation interfaces.

• Agricultural Marketing
• Market Theory
• Sustainable Agriculture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Peter Breunig is a Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Weihenstephan-Triesdorf (HSWT), working within the Department of Agriculture, Food, and Nutrition. His academic focus centers on agricultural marketing, market theory, and sustainable food systems. As Coordinator specializing in "Marketing and Management in Agribusiness" and Public Relations lead for the Agriculture department, he plays a significant role in shaping the institution's engagement with industry and the public. His educational expertise is reflected in his comprehensive teaching portfolio covering: Agricultural markets Fundamentals of Agricultural Marketing Marketing and Management of Regional Value Chains (Master) Market theory and market policy Regional marketing Strategies of International Agricultural Marketing (Master) Processes and economics of crop/animal production Professor Breunig's research bridges theoretical market concepts with practical applications in agriculture, with particular emphasis on sustainability transitions. His work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary collaboration across agricultural economics, food science, environmental studies, and technology fields. Recent publications reveal a clear trend toward addressing sustainability challenges in food systems, particularly regarding consumer acceptance of alternative proteins, climate impacts of agricultural practices, and digital transformation in agriculture. Among his notable scientific contributions are studies on: Media portrayal of new genetic technologies in agriculture Consumer acceptance of animal-free dairy products Climate change mitigation potentials in agricultural systems Digital transformation frameworks for agricultural ecosystems Professor Breunig has supervised numerous master's theses across diverse topics in agricultural marketing and management, and currently mentors doctoral candidates including Tanja Strobel-Unbehaun and Hanno Koßmann. His research projects include "Mastering opportunities yourself - scouting, career guidance and key qualifications in Agriculture" where he serves as project lead, demonstrating his commitment to developing future agricultural professionals.

Alberto Azaraمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Private Law
• Civil Law
• Contract Law
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Alberto Azara is a Researcher at the University for Foreigners of Perugia, affiliated with the Department of International Human and Social Sciences (SUSI), where he conducts research in the field of Private and Civil Law. He has held this position since 1 March 2024 under a fixed-term contract pursuant to Italian Law 240/2010. He obtained national scientific qualification for the role of Full Professor in the disciplinary sector IUS/01 (Private Law) on 12 December 2023, reflecting his strong academic standing. His educational background includes a cum laude law degree from Luiss Guido Carli (2009) and a PhD in Contract Law and Business Economics from Sapienza University of Rome (2013). He has served as a Research Fellow at both Luiss Guido Carli (2014–2017) and Sapienza University of Rome (2022–2023), contributing to research projects on private autonomy in business crises and civil liability in sports wrongdoing. His research interests span a wide range of topics in private law, including inheritance law, contract interpretation, civil liability, sports law, consumer protection, and the legal implications of artificial intelligence and digital assets. He has published extensively, including three monographs and numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading Italian legal journals and edited volumes. His recent work explores the evolving nature of legal personhood in the digital age, tokenization, and the integration of ethical clauses in contracts. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on doctrinal and interpretive aspects of civil law, with increasing engagement with digital technologies and interdisciplinary themes. His work bridges traditional legal scholarship with contemporary challenges in sports, finance, and digital innovation. Qualified for Full Professor in IUS/01 (2023) Author of monographs on inheritance agreements, credit transfer, and sports liability Published in journals such as Nuovo Diritto Civile , Dir. succ. fam. , and Rivista di diritto sportivo Alberto Azara teaches undergraduate courses in LAW AND PROTECTION OF MADE IN ITALY and PRIVATE INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION LAW at the University for Foreigners of Perugia. He has no listed scientific awards or student advisees in the provided materials. His research is supported through institutional affiliations and prior research fellowships, though specific grant funding is not detailed. He does not appear to lead any formal research labs or teams, but his contributions are integrated within national legal research networks and academic conferences.

Noel R. Aloysiusمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Hydroclimatology
• Terrestrial Hydrology
• Environmental Informatics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Noel R. Aloysius is an Assistant Professor with a joint appointment in the Department of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering at the College of Engineering and the School of Natural Resources within the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR) at the University of Missouri. His work integrates engineering, environmental science, and data modeling to address pressing challenges in water and food security, climate impacts, and sustainable land management. Education: Ph.D., Yale University, 2015 M.S., University of North Dakota, 2006 B.Sc.Eng., University of Peradeniya, 1997 His research focuses on terrestrial hydrology, watershed biophysical processes, and environmental informatics. He investigates how climate, landscapes, and human management influence water movement, pollution transport, and ecosystem responses across field, watershed, and continental scales. His group combines field observations, long-term hydro-climatic data, and advanced numerical and statistical models to simulate and predict environmental change impacts. Noel Aloysius is actively involved in interdisciplinary research through his membership in the Gulf Hypoxia Task Force SERA-46, a consortium of Land Grant Universities addressing nutrient pollution and hypoxia in the Gulf of Mexico. His teaching includes courses such as Watershed Modeling Using GIS, Environmental Hydrology, Observing the Earth from Space, Numerical Methods in Engineering, and Advanced Hydroinformatics. He is currently accepting new graduate advisees and conducts research in the Agricultural Engineering Building (Lab: 138). Scientific Affiliations and Research Groups: Member, Gulf Hypoxia Task Force SERA-46 (representing University of Missouri) Research Group: Human-natural systems modeling, hydraulics and hydrology, water resource management He advises graduate students and leads research projects focused on improving water quality, assessing environmental change, and developing sustainable agricultural practices using remote sensing and modeling tools. While specific grants are not listed, his work aligns with major national priorities in sustainability, climate resilience, and environmental engineering. His lab contributes to large-scale assessments of pollution fate and transport, particularly in the context of the Mississippi River Basin and Gulf of Mexico hypoxia.

Biljana Meshkovskaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Public Health Policy Implementation
• Nutritional Sciences
• School Health Interventions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Biljana Meshkovska is a Researcher at the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Oslo, with a dual role as Assoc. Center Director at the Center for Global Health . Her expertise lies in implementation research for public health policies, particularly those targeting nutrition, physical activity, and sedentary behavior across educational settings. Projects: FRESKO (Cancer prevention through schools), KoloPrev (Colon screening lifestyle habits), and EU School Fruit/Vegetable Scheme research Collaborations: CO-CREATE project, Policy Evaluation Network, European research consortia Her work systematically examines barriers and facilitators to policy adoption using frameworks like CFIR and systems thinking. Recent publications analyze EU school nutrition programs, youth participation, and SSB tax implementation. Earlier research focused on human trafficking, particularly long-term reintegration of victims of sexual exploitation. Current studies emphasize cross-country policy comparisons, qualitative synthesis methods, and stakeholder engagement in low-/middle-income countries. She has contributed to Global Implementation Research and Applications , BMC Public Health , and European Journal of Public Health . Organizational affiliations include the Community Nutrition and Center for Global Health research groups. She has published extensively on implementation challenges in kindergartens, schools, and public health systems using mixed-method designs.

Claudio Alexis Rodriguez Castilloمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Ocean Engineering
• Offshore Renewable Energy
• Hydrogen Production
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Claudio Alexis Rodriguez Castillo is a Research Fellow at the University of Strathclyde , specializing in Naval Architecture, Ocean And Marine Engineering. He is also an Associate Professor at the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) until May 2025 and previously served as Project Manager at UFRJ's Laboratory of Ocean Technology (LabOceano) from 2006-2011. Doctor of Science, Ocean Engineering, UFRJ (2010) Master in Science, Ocean Engineering, UFRJ (2004) Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Naval Engineer, Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería (UNI) (2001) His research focuses on offshore renewable energy systems, including floating offshore wind turbines and hydrogen production feasibility analysis. Recent work explores parametric resonance, structural design optimization, and climate resilience in marine environments. Recent publications emphasize floating offshore wind configurations , hydrogen production systems , and data-driven operational profiles for ocean energy applications. Collaborations involve institutions in Brazil and the UK. Best Ph.D. thesis in Ocean Engineering , Brazil (2011) Best M.Sc. thesis in Ocean Engineering , Brazil (2017) Actively involved in projects like OceaEnAqua (climate change mitigation platforms) and Ocean REFuel (green fuel systems), with 36 total projects and 127 research outputs. Accepting PhD students for interdisciplinary marine engineering research.

• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Practice and Education
• Control Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Ben Horan is the Head of School of Engineering at Deakin University , Faculty of Science Engineering and Built Environment. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy and Bachelor of Engineering from Deakin University, with expertise in electrical engineering , control systems , and human-centred computing . As a leading researcher in virtual reality (VR) applications, he focuses on safety training, aged care, and extended reality (XR) systems. PhD in Electrical Engineering (Deakin University) Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (Deakin University) Bachelor of Engineering (Deakin University) His research spans VR for electrical safety training , automated vehicle interactions , and XR applications in museums . His work includes grants from the Department of Health, Melbourne Water Corporation, and City of Greater Bendigo. Recent publications analyze 360° video realism, cognitive load in virtual workplaces, and AR for Industry 5.0. Professor Horan supervises PhD candidates exploring topics like autonomous vehicle pedestrian interactions , VR stress mitigation , and industrial XR systems . He has completed supervision of 10+ PhD and Master’s students.

Marie Monfilsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavior
• Cognition
• Sensory Systems
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marie Monfils is Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin, where she leads the Monfils Memory Lab in the Department of Psychology within the College of Liberal Arts. Her research focuses on understanding fear memory mechanisms and developing interventions to attenuate maladaptive fear memories. Dr. Monfils received her Ph.D. in behavioral neuroscience from the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience and conducted a postdoctoral fellowship at New York University. Her work bridges basic rodent models with translational applications for anxiety, trauma-related, and addiction disorders. Her research program investigates three primary streams: Post-consolidation manipulations that can persistently attenuate fear memories Factors underlying affiliative kinship and social transmission of information Individual differences and their impact on fear attenuation Her work integrates behavioral, neural, and molecular approaches to understand memory modification processes, with particular focus on reconsolidation and extinction mechanisms. Dr. Monfils' publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to understanding fear memory mechanisms. Her recent work examines CO2 reactivity as a biomarker for treatment response, social transmission of fear in rodent models, and optimizing fear attenuation techniques through reconsolidation-extinction interactions. Her research spans both basic neuroscience and clinical applications, with implications for improving exposure therapy for anxiety disorders. 2025: Published work on neural mechanisms of social learning, mechanisms of change in exposure therapy, and social context as a source of variability 2024: Published research on fear attenuation collaborations, carbon dioxide reactivity predicting fear expression, and social transmission dynamics 2023: Published updates on reconsolidation-extinction interactions, estrous cycle effects on behavior, and retrieval-extinction effects on alcohol seeking Dr. Monfils actively mentors graduate students and is accepting applicants for Fall 2026 and 2027. Her lab follows rats through their lifespan with a commitment to humane treatment, euthanizing only when necessary to minimize suffering or at the end of life. She acknowledges the Indigenous lands of Turtle Island where her research takes place, specifically recognizing the Alabama-Coushatta, Caddo, Carrizo/Comecrudo, Coahuiltecan, Comanche, Kickapoo, Lipan Apache, Tonkawa and Ysleta Del Sur Pueblo.

Evy Rombautمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Autonomous Vehicles
• Logistics
• Electric Vehicles
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Evy Rombaut serves as a postdoctoral researcher at the MOBI Electromobility Research Centre, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, specializing in Business Technology and Operations Management. Her research focuses on autonomous vehicle systems, sustainable transportation, and urban mobility optimization within the Flemish Institute for Technological Research ecosystem. Her primary research interests include autonomous vehicles (100% fingerprint match), logistics systems (24-28% focus), electric vehicle integration (22-31% emphasis), and vehicle-to-grid technology (28% focus). Her work bridges engineering and social sciences, particularly examining user acceptance (21% focus), traffic simulation modeling (22% focus), and job creation metrics (21% focus) in electromobility transitions. Rombaut actively supervises graduate research, with notable contributions to master's theses on autonomous vehicle environmental impacts and EU regulatory frameworks. Her current projects include AccelerationMOBI (2025-2029), DESTINY carbon reduction initiatives (2024-2029), and AUGMENTED CCAM infrastructure development (2022-2025), reflecting her leadership in European sustainable transport research consortia. She maintains active roles in PhD committees and conference organization, including the ACCAM Project Review Meeting (2024) and doctoral defenses on shared autonomous vehicle implementation. Her research output demonstrates consistent productivity with 43 publications since 2015, including 17 journal articles and 10 conference papers, achieving an h-index of 8 with 341 Scopus citations. Rombaut's work is centered at the MOBI Electromobility Research Centre, where she contributes to the Autonomous Mobility & Logistics research focus area. Her current projects involve multi-institutional collaborations across 8 active research initiatives examining vehicle-to-grid integration, urban mobility transitions, and carbon-neutral transport solutions through both fundamental and applied research frameworks.

Devin Petersonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Food Flavor Chemistry
• Taste Modulation
• Aroma Chemistry
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Devin Peterson is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology at The Ohio State University, with affiliations in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. He directs the Flavor Research and Education Center and serves as faculty director of the Foods for Health Discovery Theme Initiative. He received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. His research investigates chemical stimuli underlying flavor perception, including taste-aroma interactions, flavor stability, and modulation mechanisms. Current projects focus on pungency suppression in chili peppers, off-flavor reduction in plant proteins, and flavor enhancement strategies for coffee and baked goods. Publications demonstrate advanced analytical approaches to flavor chemistry, including identification of key aroma compounds, enzymatic pathways in flavor development, and sensory-guided fractionation techniques. Recent work also examines flavor interactions with packaging materials and environmental impacts on agricultural products. The Flavor Research and Education Center collaborates with industry partners on flavor innovation. He mentors numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in flavor chemistry and sensory science.

Keenan Craneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Scientific Computing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Keenan Crane is the Michael B. Donohue Associate Professor of Computer Science and Robotics at Carnegie Mellon University , with membership in the Center for Nonlinear Analysis and mentorship in the Geometry Collective . His research bridges differential geometry and computer science to develop fundamental algorithms for geometric data processing. Education : BS from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, PhD from Caltech Fellowships : Google PhD Fellow, NSF Mathematical Sciences Postdoctoral Fellow Research focuses on Discrete Differential Geometry , addressing PDE solutions, mesh processing, and geometric modeling through methods like: Walk on Spheres for PDEs Intrinsic Triangulations for robust geometry Repulsive Energy formulations for collision avoidance Recent publications span 2025–2021 , emphasizing grid-free algorithms , anisotropic mesh generation , and differentiable systems . Scientific accolades include Packard Fellowship and NSF CAREER Award . Students include Nicole Feng , Olga Gutan , and Zoë Marschner . During his 2024 sabbatical at Roblox , he does not accept new researchers. Key software contributions include Penrose (math diagram generation) and I♥Mesh (domain-specific language for mesh algorithms).

Sophie Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Global Maternal and Child Nutrition
• Nutritional Interventions in Pregnancy and Early Infancy
• Global Health Nutrition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Sophie Moore is a Professor of Global Women & Children's Health at King's College London, based in the Department of Women & Children's Health. She holds a Wellcome Trust Senior Research Fellowship (2020-25) and leads research on global maternal and child nutrition, with a focus on micronutrient interventions during critical developmental periods. Her work spans epidemiological studies in rural Gambia, intervention research on infant neurodevelopment, and global health challenges related to food insecurity. She is affiliated with the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine and the School of Life Course & Population Sciences. Her research integrates nutritional epidemiology, epigenetics, and global health equity, with projects such as the BRIGHT (Brain Imaging for Global Health) cohort study and the PRECISE network investigating pre-eclampsia determinants. She has collaborated widely across institutions including the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the Medical Research Council Unit in The Gambia, and international partners in Africa and Asia. Key contributions include studies on iron supplementation in infancy, maternal dietary diversity, and the role of calcium in pre-eclampsia prevention. Her work emphasizes translational research to bridge gaps between scientific evidence and public health policy, particularly in low-resource settings. Grants and awards include major funding from Wellcome Trust and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Professor Moore’s research also explores neurodevelopmental outcomes linked to nutritional status, leveraging advanced imaging techniques (fNIRS/EEG) and longitudinal cohort data. She actively engages in global health initiatives addressing food security, maternal-child health disparities, and the impact of environmental factors on early development.

Faiz Ahmedمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Middle East
• Ottoman Empire and Turkey
• legal history
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Faiz Ahmed is the Joukowsky Family Distinguished Associate Professor of Modern Middle Eastern History at Brown University's Department of History. His research focuses on Ottoman legal history, constitutionalism, Afghanistan's sociolegal dynamics, and transregional connections between the Ottoman Empire and the Americas. He holds a PhD in History from UC Berkeley and a JD from UC Law San Francisco. Key research projects include Afghanistan Rising (awarded the 2018 John F. Richards Prize) and his forthcoming Ottoman Americana . His peer-reviewed articles appear in journals such as International Journal of Middle East Studies and Law and History Review . Ahmed has held prestigious fellowships at institutions including Harvard Law School (2023–24), Koç University, and the American Research Institute in Turkey. He co-organizes Brown's Legal History Workshop and Legal Studies collaborative. Office hours are Mondays/Wednesdays 1:45–2:45PM. Not accepting new PhD advisees at this time.

Jon D. Elhaiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cyberpsychology
• Internet Addictions
• Social Media Use
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jon D. Elhai is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toledo, with a joint appointment in Neurosciences and Psychiatry. His research focuses on cyberpsychology, internet addictions, and problematic smartphone/social media use. He previously studied PTSD and trauma but now emphasizes technology's psychological impacts. Dr. Elhai holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (2000) from Nova Southeastern University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Medical University of South Carolina. He teaches courses on abnormal psychology, research design, and advanced data analysis. Education: Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Nova Southeastern University, 2000 Postdoctoral Fellowship, PTSD Assessment and Treatment, Medical University of South Carolina, 2002 Research Interests: Cyberpsychology, internet addiction, fear of missing out (FOMO), digital mental health, and behavioral addictions. Affiliations: Anxiety and Stress Lab, University of Toledo; Elhai Psychological Consultants, LLC. Students: Advises graduate students on theses and dissertations, with a focus on technology use and mental health. Notable advisees include Elyse Hutcheson, Rachel Bond, and Caleb Hallauer. Collaborations: Works with global researchers including Ahmad Alghraibeh (King Saud University), Cherie Armour (Queen’s University Belfast), and Christian Montag (University of Macau). Teaching: Courses include abnormal psychology, psychological assessment, and R programming for data analysis. Dr. Elhai’s 400+ publications span cyberpsychology and PTSD research. He occasionally serves as a forensic expert witness in legal cases involving PTSD diagnoses. His work appears in journals like Journal of Affective Disorders and Emerging Trends in Drugs, Addictions, and Health . Personal interests include Mandarin language learning, travel (e.g., China, Europe), and collecting mechanical watches.

Ziqi Songمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Transportation network modeling
• Transportation Electrification
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ziqi Song is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, University at Buffalo. Their research focuses on Transportation Engineering, with expertise in transportation network modeling, electrification, intelligent transportation systems, and traffic operations. Recent work includes zero-emission mobility strategies , electric bus charging infrastructure , autonomous vehicle lane deployment , and pedestrian group dynamics . Key themes involve optimizing transportation systems for electrification, integrating renewable energy into transit networks, and addressing equity in mobility through accessibility studies. Publications show strong emphasis on electric vehicle integration , urban transit optimization , and pedestrian behavior modeling . The work spans multi-disciplinary approaches combining transportation network analysis , renewable energy , and machine learning techniques.