Physical & Life Sciences

Scholars dedicating their careers to the study of living organisms and non-living systems

Edward J Kalina, PE

Edward J Kalina, PE

Born and raised in Elmhurst, Edward graduated in 1978 from the University of Illinois, Urbana with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. Edward has spent his career working on various civil engineering projects in Illinois and throughout the Midwest. Edward created Engineering Solutions Team in 2011 and continues to enjoy working on local civil engineering projects for municipalities, water agencies, libraries, sanitary districts, school districts and transportation agencies throughout the Chicago Metropolitan Area.

Born and raised in Elmhurst, Edward graduated in 1978 from the University of Illinois, Urbana with a B.S. in Civil Engineering. Edward has spent his career working on various civil engineering projects in Illinois and throughout the Midwest. Edward... Show more

Peter Sung

Peter Sung

With over three decades of leadership study and experience, Dr. Peter Sung has been on his own journey as a leader. From the church world to the corporate world, he utilizes performance and organizational psychology in his coaching and speaking practice to skillfully help leaders and their organizations find footing in an ever-evolving society. An avid learner and practitioner, he adds a calm and confident voice to the cacophony of leadership trends.

With over three decades of leadership study and experience, Dr. Peter Sung has been on his own journey as a leader. From the church world to the corporate world, he utilizes performance and organizational psychology in his coaching and speaking pract... Show more

Doudou BA

Doudou BA

Doudou BA is an experienced Automation Specialist at Maersk, with a robust background in data science, machine learning, and software engineering. He specializes in designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and Power Platform. As a PhD candidate at Charles University, his research focuses on applying artificial neural networks to rainfall-runoff modelling and geoscience. Doudou is passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems and improve operational efficiency in the logistics industry.

Doudou BA is an experienced Automation Specialist at Maersk, with a robust background in data science, machine learning, and software engineering. He specializes in designing and implementing automation solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and... Show more

Meerali Naseet

Meerali Naseet

Meerali is a Gold Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador and a Computer Engineer. As an entrepreneur in the AI domain, she is building a stealth startup. Currently, she is pursuing an MBA from IGNOU in India.

Meerali is a Gold Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador and a Computer Engineer. As an entrepreneur in the AI domain, she is building a stealth startup. Currently, she is pursuing an MBA from IGNOU in India. Show more

Hamenyimana Ismaël

Hamenyimana Ismaël

GIS Specialist, Geologist.

GIS Specialist, Geologist. Show more

Hermann Gneza

Hermann Gneza

Hermann Gneza is an Aerospace engineer and experienced manager with over 25 years in the aerospace industry, specializing in advanced propulsion, and the management of complex projects. Renowned for strategic leadership skills, innovative capabilities, and a passion for promoting scientific excellence in Africa. Actively engaged in mentoring young engineers and fostering collaborative projects across the continent.
He advises private and public space clients on strategy development, organization design and space law. He is also the author of publications on topics linked to the future of African engineering in aerospace industry.

Hermann Gneza is an Aerospace engineer and experienced manager with over 25 years in the aerospace industry, specializing in advanced propulsion, and the management of complex projects. Renowned for strategic leadership skills, innovative capabilitie... Show more

Praveen krishna Chitneedi

Praveen krishna Chitneedi

Experienced Bioinformatics Researcher. Skilled in Linux scripting, developing bioinformatics workflows, statistics, cluster computation, docker, nextflow, R, Git, Python, Java, Matlab and C++. Currently working as research scientist at Research Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN), my task is to integrate multiple layers of information (including whole genomesequence, transcriptomic, epigenomic, single-cell, metabolomic and deep phenotype information) from existing and newly established comprehensive data sets, using different bioinformatics tools and techniques.

Experienced Bioinformatics Researcher. Skilled in Linux scripting, developing bioinformatics workflows, statistics, cluster computation, docker, nextflow, R, Git, Python, Java, Matlab and C++. Currently working as research scientist at Research Insti... Show more

Aidan Lakshman

Aidan Lakshman

Aidan Lakshman is a PhD Candidate in Biomedical Informatics at the University of Pittsburgh. His dissertation focuses on developing tools for large-scale comparative genomics. He is expected to graduate in May 2025 and is actively searching for employment opportunities.

Aidan is an author of the `SynExtend` and `froth` packages, and is a contributor to `Biostrings`. In his free time, he plays jazz in Pittsburgh, learns about retro computing, builds mechanical keyboards, and hikes.

Aidan Lakshman is a PhD Candidate in Biomedical Informatics at the University of Pittsburgh. His dissertation focuses on developing tools for large-scale comparative genomics. He is expected to graduate in May 2025 and is actively searching for emplo... Show more

Prateek Arora

Prateek Arora

I am a Research Associate in Bioinformatics, currently focused on cardiac regeneration research at the University of Bern. My expertise spans transcriptomics, epigenomics, and metabolomics, with a foundation in developing and deploying analytical pipelines. A significant part of my work involves creating and managing R Shiny apps, enhancing data visualization and accessibility for complex biological datasets. These apps, hosted on platforms like Heroku and shinyapps.io, leverage cutting-edge technologies such as single-cell RNA sequencing, demonstrating my capability in both bioinformatics analysis and software development.

My academic background includes a PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai, where I investigated genetic mechanisms in zebrafish, laying the groundwork for my career in bioinformatics. At Elucidata Data Consulting, I led a team in drug target discovery, applying my skills in cloud computing and pipeline development.

I am excited about applying my bioinformatics and app development skills to new challenges in life science and healthcare research, aiming to make significant contributions to the field and improve outcomes.

I am a Research Associate in Bioinformatics, currently focused on cardiac regeneration research at the University of Bern. My expertise spans transcriptomics, epigenomics, and metabolomics, with a foundation in developing and deploying analytical pip... Show more

Dulmini Nanayakkara Sapugahawatte

Dulmini Nanayakkara Sapugahawatte

Dulmini Nanayakkara Sapugahawatte is a Research Fellow, Institute of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, Estonian University of Life Science (Eesti Maaülikool), Estonia . Her doctoral research investigated the characterization of animal and human Group B Streptococcus using phenotypic and genotypic methods. She is current research interest is on the role of bacterial extracellular vesicles in disease pathogenesis and theragnostic. She also interested in antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic bacteria, with special focus on applying whole-genome sequencing for identification of novel antibiotic resistance mechanisms.

Dulmini Nanayakkara Sapugahawatte is a Research Fellow, Institute of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, Estonian University of Life Science (Eesti Maaülikool), Estonia . Her doctoral research investigated the characterization of animal and human... Show more

Majela Gonzalez Miro

Majela Gonzalez Miro

I have earned a bachelor's and master's degree in biochemistry, as well as a PhD in microbiology. Throughout my scientific journey, I have been focused on vaccine development to prevent infectious diseases in children. I carry experience from researching and developing conjugate and protein based vaccines against Streptococcus pneumoniae and Neisseria meningitidis. Since 2019, I have embraced a new and exciting challenge in my career: working on a protein-based vaccine targeting Group B Streptococcus. This endeavor is yet another opportunity for me to contribute to the preservation of children's lives by preventing the occurrence of this particular infection.

I have earned a bachelor's and master's degree in biochemistry, as well as a PhD in microbiology. Throughout my scientific journey, I have been focused on vaccine development to prevent infectious diseases in children. I carry experience from researc... Show more

Alijean Ventura

Alijean Ventura

Hello, my name is Alijean Ventura, I am 23 years old, I speak 3 languages English, Portuguese, and Russian, and I was born in Angola in the city of Luanda.

I call myself a scientist because it was always my dream to know what's beyond the human consciousness and universe.

It all started when I was 13 years old, I found out about Antigravity and Psychotronic Technologies.
In 2021, I meet a scientist from Russia, in a science group, he was an expert on unconventional technologies, antigravity, geometry, ancient technologies, mathematics, astronomy, and psychotronics. And he is the one who taught me, how to build them and work with them, and i want to be able to share this with the world.

Hello, my name is Alijean Ventura, I am 23 years old, I speak 3 languages English, Portuguese, and Russian, and I was born in Angola in the city of Luanda. I call myself a scientist because it was always my dream to know what's beyond the human c... Show more

Ruijie Zhu

Ruijie Zhu

Hi! I am a second year master's student at Northwestern University. I am also a Research Aide Technical at Argonne National Lab. I am passionate about materials informatics.

Hi! I am a second year master's student at Northwestern University. I am also a Research Aide Technical at Argonne National Lab. I am passionate about materials informatics. Show more

William Patrick Slattery

William Patrick Slattery

William Patrick Slattery, the President, and CEO of Nieuw Amsterdam Advisors, a life sciences consulting firm.
He is regarded as one of the top marketing experts in the Life Sciences industry noted for combining a calm
demeanor with a shrewd negotiation skill set that allows for navigating the most challenging business environments
on behalf of his client firms.

William Patrick Slattery, the President, and CEO of Nieuw Amsterdam Advisors, a life sciences consulting firm. He is regarded as one of the top marketing experts in the Life Sciences industry noted for combining a calm demeanor with a shrewd negot... Show more

Roshan SK

Roshan SK

Roshan is primarily a problem solver who is pursuing Bachelor's in Physics at Loyola College and loves working in the machine learning field. Roshan has been building AI-powered applications for clients and personal use for more than 3 years.
With a great interest in the field of computational biology, Roshan is currently researching under Loyola Research Park on the topic "A frugal approach towards non-invasive interpretation of brainwaves using ML". Apart from the professional side, Python and Flutter help him build a full-stack application and loves building applications with a little ML and participating in hackathons.

Roshan is primarily a problem solver who is pursuing Bachelor's in Physics at Loyola College and loves working in the machine learning field. Roshan has been building AI-powered applications for clients and personal use for more than 3 years. With a... Show more

Johannes Gebert

Johannes Gebert

Johannes Gebert ist wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter der Numerical Methods and Libraries am Höchstleistungsrechenzentrum Stuttgart, Universität Stuttgart. Er entwickelt in seiner Promotion ein Modell mechanischer Materialparameter menschlicher Knochen mit High-Performance Computern.

Dies beinhaltet die Entwicklung von Algorithmen zur Bearbeitung hochauflösender CT-Scans und zu deren überführung in mechanische Modelle in Silico. Auf Basis direkter numerischer Simulation und anderer Methoden rechnet er auf patientenspezifische Materialparameter zurück.

Herr Gebert verbindet Know-How und Erfahrungen aus Forschung und Industrie, um Studierenden die Verbindung etablierter Lehre mit cutting-edge Technologien zu ermöglichen. Hierzu zählen Grundlagen der Modellierung, Simulation und Optimierungsverfahren, von Parallelrechnern und zu Methoden künstlicher Intelligenz.

Johannes Gebert ist wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter der Numerical Methods and Libraries am Höchstleistungsrechenzentrum Stuttgart, Universität Stuttgart. Er entwickelt in seiner Promotion ein Modell mechanischer Materialparameter menschlicher Knochen ... Show more

Ignacio Garcia Garcia

Ignacio Garcia Garcia

PhD in High Energy Physics and Machine Learning passionate.

PhD in High Energy Physics and Machine Learning passionate. Show more

Andrej Dundović

Andrej Dundović

Andrej Dundović doktorirao je teorijsku fiziku na Sveučilištu u Hamburgu, usavršavao se na Znanstvenom institutu Gran Sasso u L'Aquili, a trenutno, kroz dva EU projekta, vodi inicijativu za uspostavu Kozmološkog centra - novog znanstveno-obrazovnog sa sjedištem u Križevcima kojem je cilj istraživanje, obrazovanje i popularizaciju znanosti na temu Svemira.

Andrej Dundović doktorirao je teorijsku fiziku na Sveučilištu u Hamburgu, usavršavao se na Znanstvenom institutu Gran Sasso u L'Aquili, a trenutno, kroz dva EU projekta, vodi inicijativu za uspostavu Kozmološkog centra - novog znanstveno-obrazovnog s... Show more

Wendy Wong

Wendy Wong

Wendy S.W. Wong, PhD
Wendy has over 10 years of experience in international interdisciplinary research. She has in-depth knowledge in statistics, computer science and biology. She was previously Chief of Bioinformatics at the Inova Translational Medicine Institute (ITMI). Before joining ITMI, she was a bioinformatics scientist at Illumina Ltd. in Cambridge, UK, working on algorithms on next-generation sequencing data. Wendy has a Ph.D. degree in Biometry (Biological Statistics) from Cornell University, where she developed statistical models to model the processes of molecular evolution using sequence data. She holds M.S. degrees in Biometry and Computer Science from Cornell University. She also has a B.S. degree in Genetics, Bacteriology, Mathematics, Computer Sciences and Statistics from University of Wisconsin - Madison.

Wendy S.W. Wong, PhD Wendy has over 10 years of experience in international interdisciplinary research. She has in-depth knowledge in statistics, computer science and biology. She was previously Chief of Bioinformatics at the Inova Translational Med... Show more

Ishika Mann

Ishika Mann

Ishika Mann is currently in the academic and professional journey of becoming an accomplished scientist specializing in Microbiology. Already holding a Bachelors of Science degree in Biotechnology, with a focus on molecular biology and bioinformatics, she has honed her skills in analytical instrumentation through valuable experience at Fare Labs, where she demonstrated proficiency in handling sophisticated equipment vital for experimental analysis in Cosmetical and Pharmaceutical Industry.

Additionally, she has made significant contributions to the field by publishing multiple research papers, like the recent one with AMU (Aligarh Muslim University), on Biochemical Metabolic Pathways,  showcasing the dedication to advancing scientific knowledge. With expertise spanning over molecular biology, bioinformatics, and analytical instrumentation, she is emerging as a promising figure in the realm of microbiological research.

Ishika Mann is currently in the academic and professional journey of becoming an accomplished scientist specializing in Microbiology. Already holding a Bachelors of Science degree in Biotechnology, with a focus on molecular biology and bioinformatics... Show more

Kennedy Hartsfield

Kennedy Hartsfield

Mr. Hartsfield is the LBNF NSCF Project Engineer responsible for the design, coordination, and construction of the Long Baseline Neutrino Facility (LBNF) Near Site Conventional Facilities (NSCF) hosted at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab). He currently manages multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and scientists to deliver Fermilab's flagship neutrino program facility, the Long Baseline Neutrino Facility, hosting the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) https://lbnf-dune.fnal.gov/. His background is in heavy civil structural engineering.

Mr. Hartsfield is the LBNF NSCF Project Engineer responsible for the design, coordination, and construction of the Long Baseline Neutrino Facility (LBNF) Near Site Conventional Facilities (NSCF) hosted at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermil... Show more

Abhijith Gopakumar

Abhijith Gopakumar

I'm a PhD Candidate in materials science and engineering at Northwestern University. I'm also the main developer at oqmd.org - one of the latest materials databases in the world.

I'm a PhD Candidate in materials science and engineering at Northwestern University. I'm also the main developer at oqmd.org - one of the latest materials databases in the world. Show more

Ruslan Magana Vsevolodovna

Ruslan Magana Vsevolodovna

An enthusiastic and motivated scientific professional with over 18 years of experience in IT occupational sector. Currently, I am employed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at INFN. Specialized in physical sciences, particularly in massive computations for nuclear reactions. Expertise in scientific programming languages such as Python, C, Fortran, Wolfram Mathematica, and Matlab. My scientific studies, including algebraic models, numerical analysis, data analysis for lab experiments, and simulations

An enthusiastic and motivated scientific professional with over 18 years of experience in IT occupational sector. Currently, I am employed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at INFN. Specialized in physical sciences, particularly in massive computations fo... Show more

Wenjie Sun

Wenjie Sun

As a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institut Curie, he now concentrates on employing various statistical and computational methods to conduct DNA sequence-based cellular lineage tracing, integrating this with single-cell omics data.

As a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institut Curie, he now concentrates on employing various statistical and computational methods to conduct DNA sequence-based cellular lineage tracing, integrating this with single-cell omics data. Show more

Collin Quiring

Collin Quiring

Collin Quiring is a capable professional with over 20 years of experience in several industries supporting Business Intelligence, Project Management, Resource Management, Product Development, Systems Administration, and Training.
Collin is certified in Power BI and has trained 1000's of individuals in the usage of Power BI ranging from introductory to advanced courses. His passion is for users at all levels to get the most out of the software as possible to be able to produce results that are meaningful and actionable.

Collin Quiring is a capable professional with over 20 years of experience in several industries supporting Business Intelligence, Project Management, Resource Management, Product Development, Systems Administration, and Training. Collin is certifi... Show more

Mercy Edeh

Mercy Edeh

Edeh Mercy Nkechi is a recent graduate in Geology from University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where she emerged as the Best Graduating Student in her set. She represented her university as a champion in both the NAPE Basin Evaluation Competition (NAPE-BEC) and the AAPG Imperial Barrel Award (AAPG-IBA). She has held key leadership roles, including President of the Nigeria Mining and Geosciences Society Students' Chapter, and actively volunteered in geoscience outreach and conference organization. Her interests include basin analysis, energy resources, and sustainable development.

Edeh Mercy Nkechi is a recent graduate in Geology from University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where she emerged as the Best Graduating Student in her set. She represented her university as a champion in both the NAPE Basin Evaluation Competition (NAPE-BEC) a... Show more

Chester Santos

Chester Santos

Chester Santos – “The International Man of Memory” has left an impression on all corners of the earth. With his unique ability to not only demonstrate extraordinary feats of the mind, but also educate others to do the same, this U.S. Memory Champion is widely regarded to be the world’s leading memory skills expert. Through his entertaining & educational television and movie appearances, professional seminars, and best-selling books, Chester has helped millions of people around the world to realize the benefits of an improved memory and sharper mind.

He is highly sought-after by the media for his exceptional skills and expertise. CNN, ABC, PBS, NBC, CBS, BBC, and the Science Channel have all featured Chester and his memory building tips for viewers. When newspapers and magazines need memory improvement tips for their readers, they also seek out Chester Santos. He has been quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, San Francisco Chronicle, Washington Post, and most recently, TIME Magazine featured his advice for remembering numbers in a December 2018 Special Edition entitled, “The Science of Memory”. The 2020 documentary film, "David vs. Goliath" features Chester Santos and his memory skills training.

Chester is also a best-selling author. His first book, “Instant Memory Training for Success”, was published by leading academic publisher John Wiley & Sons (Wiley) in 2016. It quickly became a bestseller in WHSmith stores across the UK and also on the Amazon UK website in multiple categories. Chester’s second book, “Mastering Memory: Techniques to Turn Your Brain from a Sieve to a Sponge”, was published by leading nonfiction publisher Sterling Publishing (Sterling) in 2018. It is currently (as of 2019) still featured in the Psychology section of almost every Barnes & Noble store across the USA. Chester’s books have been acquired by 246 public libraries worldwide.

As the preeminent thought leader on memory skills and their effect on one’s professional, personal, and academic success, Chester has been booked to give presentations in over 30 countries. He has entertained and educated people of varying backgrounds, including executives for CEO Clubs International and YPO, investment professionals for NASDAQ and Credit Suisse, students for organizations at Berkeley, Stanford, and Harvard, and even actors for the Screen Actors Guild (SAG-AFTRA) Foundation.

His keynote speaking credits include TEDx with some of the nation’s most highly regarded professors and scientists, the prestigious Talks at Google program featuring “the world’s most influential thinkers, creators, makers and doers”, and the International Festival of Brilliant Minds in Puebla that had him speaking to an audience of 5000 people along with Nobel Prize winners, Pulitzer Prize winners, and other luminaries.

Chester Santos is also the personal memory and mind coach to some notable celebrities, politicians, professional athletes, and high-powered executives.

Chester Santos – “The International Man of Memory” has left an impression on all corners of the earth. With his unique ability to not only demonstrate extraordinary feats of the mind, but also educate others to do the same, this U.S. Memory Champion ... Show more

Ylva Nordström Karlberg

Ylva Nordström Karlberg

Utvecklare, skandinavist och biolog

Utvecklare, skandinavist och biolog Show more

Mason Hsu

Mason Hsu

ZJU100 professor

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Melissa Wrobel

Melissa Wrobel

https://bme.umich.edu/people/wrobel-melissa/
https://adue.engin.umich.edu/e100-all-faculty/wrobel-510/

https://bme.umich.edu/people/wrobel-melissa/ https://adue.engin.umich.edu/e100-all-faculty/wrobel-510/ Show more

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