Physical & Life Sciences

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

Zack Knight

Zack Knight

Zack Knight is a dynamic leader, operations consultant, and media specialist with a distinguished background in law enforcement and the military. From serving as a metro-Atlanta police officer to leading infantry units in the Army, Zack's career has always been defined by a commitment to leadership and service. Leveraging his expertise, he assists clients in safeguarding and expanding their businesses. Zack's entrepreneurial journey began during basic training, propelling him to support fellow entrepreneurs through coaching, masterminds, and podcasting. In his book, "The Legacy of Love," he shares his journey of overcoming trauma, advocating for healing and growth. Zack empowers others to embrace their experiences and emerge stronger.

Zack Knight is a dynamic leader, operations consultant, and media specialist with a distinguished background in law enforcement and the military. From serving as a metro-Atlanta police officer to leading infantry units in the Army, Zack's career has ... Show more

Christopher Li

Christopher Li

Christopher Li is the CEO & co-founder of BioBox Analytics, a software company working at the intersection of biology and computer science. Prior to BioBox, Chris was completing his PhD in laboratory medicine with a research focus on pediatric brain cancer.

Christopher Li is the CEO & co-founder of BioBox Analytics, a software company working at the intersection of biology and computer science. Prior to BioBox, Chris was completing his PhD in laboratory medicine with a research focus on pediatric brain ... Show more

Hugo Gruson

Hugo Gruson

Hugo is a professional developer and happy R community member. He has developed and maintains packages across many fields, such as evolutionary biology, epidemiology, statistics or reproducible science and contributes to the community via blog posts or pull requests to existing packages.
Over the past two years, he has taken an ecosystem view rather than working on individual packages, and works toward improvement of interoperability and sustainability in the community.

Hugo is a professional developer and happy R community member. He has developed and maintains packages across many fields, such as evolutionary biology, epidemiology, statistics or reproducible science and contributes to the community via blog posts ... Show more

Alberto Corradin

Alberto Corradin

Alberto Corradin is a Data Scientist with expertise in statistics and data analysis, development of mathematical models, machine learning and artificial intelligence. He is currently a researcher at Veneto Institute of Oncology IOV – IRCSS, Padova, Italy. He is co-author of 14 peer-reviewed publications. He received an award for the DREAM Reverse Engineering Challenge “Predictive Signaling Network Modeling”, Dec.2-6, 2009, Boston, MA as member of the winning team.

Alberto Corradin is a Data Scientist with expertise in statistics and data analysis, development of mathematical models, machine learning and artificial intelligence. He is currently a researcher at Veneto Institute of Oncology IOV – IRCSS, Padova, I... Show more

Juan Claramunt

Juan Claramunt

Bachelor in Mathematics at Universidad de Cantabria, Utrecht University & Brown University.
Master in Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical, and Social Sciences, & European Master in Official Statistics (Utrecht University).
Scientific information specialist at Leiden University since 2018. Research includes regression and classification trees, multiple imputation, or reproducibility in simulation studies. Coordinator of R seminars for five bachelor Statistics courses.

Bachelor in Mathematics at Universidad de Cantabria, Utrecht University & Brown University. Master in Methodology and Statistics for the Behavioural, Biomedical, and Social Sciences, & European Master in Official Statistics (Utrecht University). Sc... Show more

Rachel Kang

Rachel Kang

I'm a Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Manager at Stroz Friedberg, an Aon Company. My experience includes up to 5 years of leading and supporting teams responding to significant data breaches and privacy matters for clients, including Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, government agencies. My skills include performing forensic analysis across a wide range of incident response matters, including ransomware, business email compromise, data breach, insider threat, advanced persistent threat (APT), crypto-miner, threat hunts, among others.

I'm a Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) Manager at Stroz Friedberg, an Aon Company. My experience includes up to 5 years of leading and supporting teams responding to significant data breaches and privacy matters for clients, including F... Show more

Nikolaos Anesiadis

Nikolaos Anesiadis

Dr. Nik Anesiadis holds a PhD in engineering and is a seasoned data scientist at RBC. With extensive experience in leveraging data to drive strategic decisions, Nik has a deep expertise in data analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling. Additionally, Nik is a dedicated lecturer of data science at the University of Toronto where he inspires and educates the next generation of data professionals. His dual role in industry and academia allows him to bridge the gap between theoretical research and practical application, contributing to both fields with innovative insights and practical solutions.

Dr. Nik Anesiadis holds a PhD in engineering and is a seasoned data scientist at RBC. With extensive experience in leveraging data to drive strategic decisions, Nik has a deep expertise in data analytics, machine learning, and statistical modeling. A... Show more

Piotr Starnawski

Piotr Starnawski

Data analyst with experience in Bioinformatics and Clinical Trials

Data analyst with experience in Bioinformatics and Clinical Trials Show more

Naresh Patel

Naresh Patel

Jamiella Nash

Jamiella Nash

International Biologist and Clinical Esthetic Educator bring her proven track record of increasing revenue. As an Director of Esthetics I tutor students for state board and provide mentorships to guarantee success in the beauty industry.

International Biologist and Clinical Esthetic Educator bring her proven track record of increasing revenue. As an Director of Esthetics I tutor students for state board and provide mentorships to guarantee success in the beauty industry. Show more

Hakeem Kurfi

Hakeem Kurfi

Katsina state a student at informatics academy Kazaure and online at Redis university where I have done a lot of project in AI IOT and robotics i work for research leader at Digital entrepreneurship incubation center katsina state

Katsina state a student at informatics academy Kazaure and online at Redis university where I have done a lot of project in AI IOT and robotics i work for research leader at Digital entrepreneurship incubation center katsina state Show more

Marieke Coenen

Marieke Coenen

Ankit Pal

Ankit Pal

Ankit(Aaditya Ura) is a Senior Research Engineer specializing in NLP, deep learning, and machine learning. His research aims to develop machine learning methods in healthcare.

He currently works at Saama, conducting research to accelerate clinical trials and reduce drug development timelines. His research interests involve representation learning on graphs, federated learning, explainable AI, and generative language models for healthcare applications. More on Ankit at his website aadityaura.github.io

Ankit(Aaditya Ura) is a Senior Research Engineer specializing in NLP, deep learning, and machine learning. His research aims to develop machine learning methods in healthcare. He currently works at Saama, conducting research to accelerate clinica... Show more

Ubong Ben

Ubong Ben

A PhD student researching into the intersection between information technology and climate change

A PhD student researching into the intersection between information technology and climate change Show more

Audrey Vasauskas

Audrey Vasauskas

Associate Dean of Research and Scholarly activity

Associate Dean of Research and Scholarly activity Show more

Chris Radford

Chris Radford

Chris combines his love of technology with a focus on the human side of software engineering, striving to build trusting teams who enjoy working together. He has worked in companies around the globe, on web and mobile platforms, and currently leads a group of engineering teams at insurance technology company Simply Business.

Chris combines his love of technology with a focus on the human side of software engineering, striving to build trusting teams who enjoy working together. He has worked in companies around the globe, on web and mobile platforms, and currently leads a... Show more

Evert van de Braak

Evert van de Braak

Dutch digital nomad started as Android dev in 2011, but Flutter stole my heart in 2021. Being labeled with ADHD in elementary school, I got the advice to pursue theater school. Now my fellow developers are stuck with my bad jokes and theatrics.

Dutch digital nomad started as Android dev in 2011, but Flutter stole my heart in 2021. Being labeled with ADHD in elementary school, I got the advice to pursue theater school. Now my fellow developers are stuck with my bad jokes and theatrics. Show more

Jessica Dewald

Jessica Dewald

I am a seasoned product executive with over 15 years of diverse experience across multiple industries, including e-commerce, real estate, and travel. My career is driven by a passion for tackling challenging customer problems, shaping impactful customer experience strategies, and fostering the growth of product development teams.

Since 2023, I am working as product management consultant for tech executives. I consult on strategy topics, people development questions as well as organizational design. I hold keynotes and workshops and do interim leadership roles for product development teams.

Until the end of 2022, I have successfully led and orchestrated large cross-functional teams, comprising more than 100 individuals. During this time, I've spearheaded transformative 0-to-1 product launches, as well as orchestrated significant enhancements for existing products, driving growth and innovation.

I possess a strong aptitude for translating complex problems into compelling narratives, whether it's crafting visionary documents, formulating long-term strategic plans, or mapping out actionable operational strategies.

My dedication extends beyond product excellence; I am deeply committed to nurturing a positive team culture and supporting the professional growth of team members. I firmly believe in aligning company achievements with the individual success paths of those who contribute to our collective goals.

I am also the co-founder of The Mentoring Club (mentoring-club.com) a pro bono mentoring platform that connects people who want to grow and learn with those who are willing to donate their time and share experiences and learnings.

I am a seasoned product executive with over 15 years of diverse experience across multiple industries, including e-commerce, real estate, and travel. My career is driven by a passion for tackling challenging customer problems, shaping impactful custo... Show more

Armel Yara

Armel Yara

I'm TFUG Abidjan lead, software developer and data scientist freelancer. Also, I'm studying bioinformatics at UdeM.

I'm TFUG Abidjan lead, software developer and data scientist freelancer. Also, I'm studying bioinformatics at UdeM. Show more

Silvia Davis

Silvia Davis

Silvia Davis is a distinguished Speaker and Author. She earned her place, out of 35,000 participants from over 100 countries, as a finalist in the Toastmasters World Championship in 2023—an accolade that reflects her exceptional oratory skills and compelling presence on stage. Her gift for storytelling also led her to become an Award-Winning Author. Recognized for her engaging presentations, she has earned accolades for her ability to inspire, educate, and uplift her audiences enabling her listeners with the skills to become resilient and persevere through a world that becomes more challenging and stressful by the day.

Silvia Davis is a distinguished Speaker and Author. She earned her place, out of 35,000 participants from over 100 countries, as a finalist in the Toastmasters World Championship in 2023—an accolade that reflects her exceptional oratory skills and co... Show more

Hayden "Dax Dev" Porter-Aylor

Hayden "Dax Dev" Porter-Aylor

A Senior Engineer with a penchant for React Native, React, and the ever-evolving realm of Web3, I’ve woven my expertise through the fabric of companies like ConsenSys, USAA and now PMG.

A Senior Engineer with a penchant for React Native, React, and the ever-evolving realm of Web3, I’ve woven my expertise through the fabric of companies like ConsenSys, USAA and now PMG. Show more

Graham Lutz

Graham Lutz

As a TEDx speaker and current Harvard Psychology scholar, Graham expertly blends neuroscience insights with technological and entrepreneurial acumen. His experience spans pioneering neuronal signaling research to teaching software engineering at Georgia Tech, and orchestrating the second largest CrossFit events in the world. With two decades across diverse industries and a robust social media presence, Graham offers a unique perspective in solving complex organizational challenges. His forthcoming book, I Could Be Wrong: The Life-Changing Science of Being Wrong Well, sheds light on the ways in which our brains trick us and how to harness their immense power by building the mental architecture to maximize creativity, innovation, and performance in the face of constant change.

As a TEDx speaker and current Harvard Psychology scholar, Graham expertly blends neuroscience insights with technological and entrepreneurial acumen. His experience spans pioneering neuronal signaling research to teaching software engineering at Geor... Show more

Mia Hogan

Mia Hogan

As a pharmacist, I have had the privilege of gaining extensive experience in the field. With a deep understanding of medications, their effects, and their interactions, I have been able to provide vital healthcare support to countless individuals. Throughout my career, I have developed a keen eye for detail and accuracy. Every prescription must be carefully reviewed and verified to ensure patient safety. Adhering to strict guidelines and protocols, I strive to deliver the highest standard of care. Interacting with patients has been a rewarding aspect of my role as a pharmacist. From counseling on medication usage to addressing concerns or questions, I am dedicated to providing clear and concise information that empowers patients in managing their health.

As a pharmacist, I have had the privilege of gaining extensive experience in the field. With a deep understanding of medications, their effects, and their interactions, I have been able to provide vital healthcare support to countless individuals. Th... Show more

Aditya Nanda

Aditya Nanda

Aditya is currently Research Assistant Professor at Biomedical engineering department at Vanderbilt university. He has authored 7 peer-reviewed journal articles and many conference proceedings. He obtained his PhD from University at Buffalo in Mechanical Engineering and his Bachelors and Masters degrees from IIT Kharagpur (India). Outside of work, he likes to play soccer (centennial park), bike around nashville and read books on popular science, neuroscience and ancient indian history.

Aditya is currently Research Assistant Professor at Biomedical engineering department at Vanderbilt university. He has authored 7 peer-reviewed journal articles and many conference proceedings. He obtained his PhD from University at Buffalo in Mechan... Show more

Daniel Hebel

Daniel Hebel

Ingeniero Civil en Informática de la UTFSM. Interesado en ciencia de datos, automatización, astroinformática y fotografía.

Ingeniero Civil en Informática de la UTFSM. Interesado en ciencia de datos, automatización, astroinformática y fotografía. Show more

Muhammad Khalil

Muhammad Khalil

A wise person once said, "Work should be something you love to do, even when you don't have to".

I'm a software engineer with a passion for making people laugh. I believe that work should be enjoyable, and I'm always looking for new and innovative ways to solve problems, implementing system design principles.

Oh yes, am full-snack! 🍔 yummy yeah!

I don't know what else to tell, I swear all that is true! May be!

A wise person once said, "Work should be something you love to do, even when you don't have to". I'm a software engineer with a passion for making people laugh. I believe that work should be enjoyable, and I'm always looking for new and innovative... Show more

Nathalia Cano

Nathalia Cano

Conducting research concerning plastics and circular economy, sustainability of the healthcare sector
in the U.S., Life Cycle Assessment, Data Science.

Conducting research concerning plastics and circular economy, sustainability of the healthcare sector in the U.S., Life Cycle Assessment, Data Science. Show more

Elizabeth Miller

Elizabeth Miller

Elizabeth Miller is a family caregiver advocate, speaker, author, Certified Caregiving Consultant, and Certified Senior Advisor. Elizabeth’s personal experiences caring for aging parents with chronic and terminal illnesses and a sibling with developmental disabilities inspired her to create Happy Healthy Caregiver, LLC, in 2015. Through her coaching services, speaking, award-winning podcast, book, and online community, Elizabeth helps family caregivers infuse caregiving and self-care with their busy lives. She hosts the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast on the Whole Care Network, author of Just for You: a Daily Self-Care Journal, and facilitates support groups for family caregivers. Elizabeth is also an ally and program guide for Brutally Beautiful organization, which offers nature-based wellness retreats for family caregivers.

Elizabeth Miller is a family caregiver advocate, speaker, author, Certified Caregiving Consultant, and Certified Senior Advisor. Elizabeth’s personal experiences caring for aging parents with chronic and terminal illnesses and a sibling with developm... Show more

Peter Biantes

Peter Biantes

All you need to know about Peter Biantes. He is a successful business man who has had a number of senior corporate positions in the health and wellness industry.

All you need to know about Peter Biantes. He is a successful business man who has had a number of senior corporate positions in the health and wellness industry. Show more

Leigh Ankrum

Leigh Ankrum

Leigh Ankrum, CNMT, CSST is a bodywork practitioner with 37+ years of experience in teaching and private practice. Her international training in anatomy, physiology and modalities from Rolfing and Neuromuscular massage to Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy is centered in and deepened by her holistic understanding of the body's organizing principles.

Leigh Ankrum, CNMT, CSST is a bodywork practitioner with 37+ years of experience in teaching and private practice. Her international training in anatomy, physiology and modalities from Rolfing and Neuromuscular massage to Biodynamic Craniosacral Ther... Show more

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