Work with thought leaders and academic experts from University of Illinois at Chicago

Aimee Eggler

Villanova, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Villanova University
Experience

Villanova University

Associate Professor of Chemistry / 2019 — Present

Villanova University

Assistant Professor / 2012 — 2019

Purdue University

Research Assistant Professor / 2010 — 2012

University of Illinois at Chicago

Research Assistant Professor / 2006 — 2010

Research Expertise
Biochemistry
Physiology (medical)
Toxicology
Organic Chemistry
Clinical Biochemistry
And 14 more
About
Dr. Eggler has 20 years of experience in the field of redox biology, with a focus on the Nrf2 transcription factor, a master regulator of antioxidant, detoxification and anti-inflammatory genes. She is also an award-winning educator and the recipient of the Villanova University Junior Faculty Excellence in Teaching award. Her interests in education include innovation in teaching metabolism from a logic-based perspective.

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Savannah Lokey, Ph.D.

Los Angeles, California, United States of America
Research specialist in social neuroscience and clinical psychology | Clinical expert in evidence-based therapy for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology / May, 2015

Tempe, Arizona, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Master of Arts, Psychology / December, 2017

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology / August, 2023

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Schizophrenia
fMRI
Social Cognition
Neuropsychology
Behavioral Neuroscience
And 10 more
About
Dr. Savannah Lokey is a clinician-scientist with a passion for research and helping others. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Arizona State University in 2015, followed by a Master of Arts in Psychology in 2017 and Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology in 2023 from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Lokey has gained valuable experience in the field of clinical psychology and social neuroscience through various positions. She served as an Intramural Research Training Fellow (IRTA) at the National Institute of Mental Health, where she conducted research on how a rare genetic disorder (Moebius Syndrome) affects emotion processing and underlying neurocircuitry. She also worked as a Research Associate at Rush University Medical Center, where she focused on the social neuroscience of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. She uses many techniques in her research, including fMRI, ecological momentary assessment (EMA), survey research, and passive smartphone sensor data. In addition to her research experience, Dr. Lokey has also received clinical training in various settings. She completed a predoctoral internship in the Major Mental Illness track at the University of California Los Angeles, where she provided psychotherapy and assessment services to individuals with severe mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc.). She has deep knowledge about evidence-based interventions and principles of behavioral change, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (CBT), trauma therapy, exposure therapy, cognitive remediation, and social skills training. Dr. Lokey is dedicated to using her knowledge and skills to improve the lives of individuals struggling with mental health issues. She is committed to expanding research on these conditions and developing and testing new treatment approaches in the field of psychology. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

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Jerry Schnepp, Ph.D.

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Chair of Computer Science, Judson University
Education

Ph.D., Computer Science / June, 2012

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

M.S., Human-computer Interaction / June, 2002

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

B.A., Communication / December, 1999

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Human Computer Interaction
User Experience
Interactive Media
Computer Graphics
Accommodations for the Deaf
And 14 more
About
As a technologist, designer, and creative problem-solver, I'm passionate about teaching people to embrace new technology and explore. I am the Chair of the Computer Science department at Judson University. Before my appointment, I served as an Associate Professor in the College of Technology, Architecture and Applied Engineering at Bowling Green State University (BGSU). I teach courses in Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Software Design Patterns, Interactive Media, Usability, User Experience, and Augmented/Virtual Reality. I was the founding director of the Collab Lab, a hands-on, creative space for students and faculty to engage in collaborative work. My research efforts are directed in several areas: AI Supported Individualized Learning, Learner Experience Design, Technology for Online Assessment, Interactive Mobile Learning, and Computerized Sign Language Synthesis. I enjoy collaborating on projects involving cutting-edge technology and new applications.

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Madhu ("Marty") S. Gupta

Long Beach, CA, California, United States of America
RF Communication Systems Industry Chair Professor of Electrical Engineering, San Diego State University
Experience

San Diego State University

RF Wireless Communication Systems Industry Chair Professor / August, 2000 — December, 2020

Director, Communication Systems and Signal Processing Institute / August, 2000 — December, 2020

Florida State University

Professor, and Head of the Department

University of Illinois at Chicago

Professor, and Director of Graduate Studies

California State University Long Beach

Interim Department Chair and Visiting Distinguished Professor / August, 2022 — August, 2023

Research Expertise
Electrical Engineering
About
Dr. Madhu S. Gupta is presently both an Emeritus Adjunct Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering at University of California, San Diego and Emeritus RF Communications Systems Industry Chair Professor at San Diego State University.  He received the Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and has since worked both in industry at Hughes Aircraft Company, and in academia at MIT, University of Illinois, and Florida State University before arriving in San Diego.  Dr. Gupta is an IEEE Fellow; a past President of the IEEE Microwave Theory & Techniques Society; has served as the Editor of *IEEE Microwave and Guided Wave Letters* and *IEEE Microwave Magazine* and of three IEEE Press books; has been a conference organizer and Chair of Technical Program Committee of IMS2010; has received the 2008 Distinguished Microwave Educator Award from IEEE Microwave Theory & Techniques Society; and has served as a Distinguished Microwave Lecturer for that Society.  Dr. Gupta's technical expertise spans the following areas: (1) Microwave and radio frequency ("RF") electronics and integrated circuits (2) Radio Frequency wireless communication systems (3) Low-noise electronic devices, circuits, and communication receivers (4) Engineering education, esp. instructional methods and learning assessment (5) Random processes, stochastic signals, and probabilistic modeling

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Dr. Mellissa Gyimah

Ph.D scholar in the field of literacy research and education with publications on telepresence and critical literacy.
Education

Bachelors, English Lit with American Studies and Creative Writing / June, 2009

Canterbury

DePaul University

Master's Degree, Writing and Publishing / June, 2013

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Ph.D., Literacy, Language and Culture / May, 2019

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Black Immigrants
Black boys and Text
Reading
Anti-racist pedagogies
African-centred theory
About
I am a global researcher and educator, with exposure to teaching in the UK, and the US, which has allowed me to understand different ways of thinking, being and doing. I am passionate about people self-actualising—be it through my instruction, or research. I am adaptable--quick with understanding people and situations and what is needed for said situations. This makes me especially adept for research methodology and creating theoretical frameworks. Additionally, being a professor also has afforded me the ability to collaborate, communicate efficiently and effectively with colleagues and my students, as well as know how to work with individuals and groups. With over 10 years of teaching and research experience, I am a natural leader who can delegate and advise, but I am also skilled at building partnerships and creative problem-solving.

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Pedram Rooshenas, Ph.D

Assistant Professor in CS, University of Illinois Chicago
Experience

UMass Amherst

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2017 — 2020

University of North Carolina, Charlotte

Assistant Professor / 2020 — 2022

University of Illinois Chicago

Assistant Professor / 2022 — Present

Research Expertise
Deep Generative Models
Machine Learning
About
I am an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago and conducting machine learning research with a focus on the applications of deep generative models in language modeling, machine translation, multimodal learning, and scientific machine learning.

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Anirudha Menon

PhD in theoretical condensed matter physics with a focus on quantum magnetism.
Education

University of California Davis

PhD, Physics / June, 2021

Davis, California, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

M.S., Physics / May, 2015

Chicago
Research Expertise
Quantum Computing
Topological Quantum Matter
Emergent Phenomena
Data Science
Machine Learning
And 8 more
About
I am a lecturer at the University of California, Davis, teaching undergraduate students in physics and engineering basic and advanced physics. I also collaborate with several experimental and theory groups in condensed matter physics all over the globe focussing on critical phenomena, quantum magnetism, topological materials, transport properties, and driven quantum systems. My current interests lie in Hilbert Space fragmentation and associated critical phenomena for systems with subsystem symmetries. Additionally, I use the numerical linked cluster expansion to study heavy fermion compounds of interests to groups in John's Hopkins and Princeton Universities.

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Ioana C. Stefanescu

Organic geochemist/climate scientist at the University of Wyoming
Education

University of Wyoming

Ph.D., Geology and Geophysics

Laramie, Wyoming, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Bachelors of Science , Earth and Environmental Sciences

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
paleoclimate
organic geochemistry
About
Dr. Ioana C. Stefanescu is an organic geochemist and climate scientist. She holds a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of Wyoming and a Bachelors of Science in Earth and Environmental Sciences from the University of Illinois at Chicago. After completing her undergraduate degree, Dr. Stefanescu pursued her passion for organic geochemistry and paleoclimate by obtaining her Ph.D. She conducted her doctoral research at the University of Wyoming, where she focused on the study of fossilized organic compounds as tools for reconstructing past climates. Following the completion of her Ph.D., Dr. Stefanescu continued her research as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Wyoming. During this time, she worked on several projects focused on reconstructing past climates in North America using ancient microbial compounds and water stable isotopes. In addition to her research experience, Dr. Stefanescu has also taught courses in geology at the university level. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and expertise with the public and students and helping them develop a strong understanding of the Earth's processes. Dr. Stefanescu's work has been published in various scientific journals and she has presented her research at numerous conferences and symposiums. She is dedicated to advancing the field of paleoclimate through her contributions to the scientific community. In her free time, Dr. Stefanescu enjoys exploring the outdoors and traveling to new places with her family. She also enjoys reading and staying up-to-date on the latest developments in her field. With her extensive education and experience, she is a valuable asset to any geology team.

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Sedefka Beck

Associate professor of economics with a passion for data analysis and its capacity to convert raw data into valuable insights
Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Ph.D. in Economics, Economics / May, 2013

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Religious studies
Economics and Econometrics
About
Sedefka Beck, Ph.D. has been teaching at Valparaiso University for the last 12 years. She came to higher education after an extensive experience in the industry. She has delivered data driven management solutions in the areas of Marketing Analytics, Risk Management, Business Strategy and Fraud analysis at Citigroup, Discover and HSBC. In addition to her experience in the financial services industry, she has developed analytically driven business solutions for Geometry Global’s web-based retail client, while employing various reporting, segmentation and modeling techniques.

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David J Hansen, Ph.D.

Startup advisor, educator, lean Startup expert, creative problem solver, strategic thinker
Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Ph.D., Entrepreneurship / May, 2007

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Social Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurial Opportunities
Creativity & Business Ideas
Entrepreneurial Marketing
Systems Thinking
And 6 more
About
Dr. J Hansen is a former associate professor of entrepreneurship and changemaking at College of Charleston. He now serves as a startup mentor and advisor. Dr. Hansen has a Ph.D. in entrepreneurship from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

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Dr. Jillian Seiler, PhD

Postdoctoral scholar in neuroscience at Northwestern University
Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

PhD, Behavioral Neuroscience / July, 2021

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Michigan–Ann Arbor

BS, Biopsychology / May, 2013

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

MA, Behavioral Neuroscience / December, 2017

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Motivation
Drugs of Abuse
Depression & Anxiety
Dopamine
Reward Learning
And 3 more
About
Dr. Jillian Seiler is a highly educated and experienced behavioral neuroscientist with a passion for understanding the brain and behavior. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Biopsychology from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor in 2013, where she developed a strong foundation in the biological mechanisms underlying behavior. She went on to earn her Master's and PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2017 and 2021, respectively. During her graduate studies, Dr. Seiler conducted research on the neurobiology of addiction and worked with various animal models to investigate the neural circuitry involved in drug-seeking behavior. She also gained experience in behavioral testing, data analysis, and scientific writing. As a postdoctoral scholar at Northwestern University, Dr. Seiler has become an expert in neurodegenerative diseases, like Parkinson's Disease. In addition to her research, she is also passionate about science communication and enjoys sharing her knowledge with others through writing and public speaking. Dr. Seiler's extensive education and experience in behavioral neuroscience make her a highly qualified and knowledgeable expert in the field. She is dedicated to advancing our understanding of the brain and using that knowledge to improve human health and well-being.

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Rashida Abdul-Ganiyu

Volo , Illinois, United States of America
PhD Research Scientist with over 2 years of industry experience and 12years of academic experience in Biochemistry and cell and molecular biology of DNA and Proteins.
Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Ph.D, Biological Sciences / July, 2021

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Alexandria University

BSc, Agricultural Genetics / June, 2013

Alexandria
Research Expertise
Biologics discovery
Process improvement
cell and molecular biology
Biochemistry
cell, molecular, and biochemical techniques
And 4 more
About
Rashida Abdul-Ganiyu is a highly accomplished and dedicated scientist, with a strong passion for studying, understanding, and helping to develop products for human good.Growing up in Ghana, she developed a deep in studying science and her passion led her to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Genetics in Alexandria,Egypt (on a full scholarship) where she graduated with honors. She then went on to work at an Agricultural Research Institute in Ghana were she leveraged her molecular biology expertise to helping plant breeders generate insect- and disease-resistant crop varieties for small holder farmers. After two years of service, her aspiration of becoming an independent research scientist led her to seek graduate education and was accepted into the prestigious Ph.D program in Biological Sciences at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her doctoral research focused on the use of cell, molecular, and biochemical techniques to study the role of phosphorylated G protein Beta subunit in the chemotropic response of budding yeast. Rashida now works as a research scientist at Abbott Laboratories, applying molecular and biochemical techniques to develop biologics for medical diagnostics devices. Throughout her academic career, Rashida has received numerous awards and recognition for her research contributions. She has also presented her work at various national and international conferences, and has published a first author research article in the Science Signaling scientific journal. Aside from her academic pursuits, Rashida is also passionate about promoting scientific literacy and education in underprivileged communities. She has volunteered her time to teach science in local schools and mentor young girls interested in pursuing careers in STEM fields. With her extensive education and research experience, Rashida is well-equipped to continue making significant contributions to the field of biological sciences. She hopes to inspire others to contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge and the development of products for human good.

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Dr. Kyle Jennette, Ph.D.

Clnical Neuropsychologist and Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Neurology
Education

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee

PhD, Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology / June, 2020

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America

University of South Florida

MA, Gerontology / 2015

Tampa, Florida, United States of America

Flagler College

BA, Psychology; Environmental Science / 2011

Saint Augustine, Florida, United States of America

University of Chicago

Clinical Psychology Residency, Clinical Neuropsychology / 2020

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Post Doctoral Fellowship, Clinical Neuropsychology / 2022

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Experience

University of Illinois - Chicago

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Neurology / 2022 — Present

Research Expertise
Neuropsychology
Performance Validity
Learning and Memory
Neuroimaging
Neurology (clinical)
And 16 more

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Isabelle Vea, PhD

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Data Scientist and Technical Writer with expertise in life science research
Experience

University of Illinois at Chicago

Visiting Research Assistant Professor / February, 2019 — September, 2022

University of Edinburgh

Marie Curie Individual Fellow / January, 2017 — January, 2019

Nagoya University

Postdoctoral fellow / November, 2013 — November, 2016

Research Expertise
evolution
scale insects
life history
developmental physiology
sexual dimorphism
And 9 more

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Dmitry Gritsenko

AI -based model trainer and digital marketer with STEM background
Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering / August, 2019

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Biomedical Engineering
Biophysics
Biotechnology
Electrochemistry
Materials Chemistry
And 20 more

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Jacob Martin, Ph.D.

Public company HR leader with a background in industrial-organizational psychology
Experience

United Parcel Service (UPS)

Employee Relations Analyst / May, 2013 — May, 2014

Russell Reynolds Associates

Leadership Specialist / May, 2015 — April, 2019

Senior Leadership Specialist / May, 2019 — April, 2020

Associate / May, 2020 — May, 2021

The Miles Group

Senior Consultant / May, 2021 — October, 2022

TalentQuest

Senior Consultant / December, 2022 — December, 2023

Executive Consultant / January, 2024 — July, 2024

Rollins Inc.

Managing Director, Corporate Human Resources / August, 2024 — Present

University of Illinois-Chicago

Adjunct Professor / May, 2022 — Present

The University of Georgia

Lecturer - Terry College of Business / January, 2021 — June, 2023

About
Jacob Martin is an industrial-organizational psychologist specializing in talent advisory at the senior executive level. Throughout his career, he has partnered closely with clients of high-performing organizations in executive assessment, leadership development, executive coaching, team effectiveness, and engagements related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Jacob has advised on numerous executive talent management projects across a variety of industries including healthcare, utilities, leisure & hospitality, manufacturing, telecommunications, and professional services. He also brings a depth of experience assessing C-suite and other senior executives among distinguished Fortune 500 clients. Jacob graduated from Wake Forest University, majoring in Psychology and Sociology with Honors. He received his Masters and PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of Georgia and serves as an adjunct professor at UGA's Terry College of Business and the University of Illinois at Chicago's MBA program. Jacob serves as a mentor in the Diversifying I-O Psychology program. Based in Atlanta, GA, he is a graduate of the LEAD Atlanta Class of 2022 and volunteers his time toward ongoing LEAD Atlanta programming, Hands on Atlanta, and Citizen Advocacy of Atlanta and Dekalb.

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Sarah Brown

Education

Simon Fraser University

PhD, Earth Sciences / June, 2010

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

M.S., Geology / July, 2005

Urbana, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

B.S. in Earth Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences / July, 2001

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
Water Science and Technology
Space and Planetary Science
Geochemistry and Petrology
Geophysics
And 5 more

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Rama Ali

PhD. in Pathology with publications in cancer biology, pharmacomicrobiomics and Ancient DNA
Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

PhD, Pathology / January, 2020

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

The American University in Cairo

MSc, Biology / July, 2013

New Cairo

Cairo University

BSc, Pharmaceutical Sciences / May, 2009

Giza

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David Hansen

Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

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Damilola Oke-Samuel

Master's Student in Biotechnology with vast knowledge in Data Analytics
Education

Rush University

Master's, Biotechnology / 2024 (anticipated)

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Bachelor's, Biology / August, 2022

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

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Nicole Inniss, Ph.D.

Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Ph.D., Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology / December, 2019

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Bacherlors of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biiology / May, 2011

Urbana, Illinois, United States of America

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Abhinav Kumar

Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

Ph.D., Computer Science - Natural Language Processing / August, 2022

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Research Expertise
Natural Language Processing
Machine Learning

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Fatemeh Taghvaei

Education

University of Illinois at Chicago

MS, Electrical and Computer Engineering / May, 2024 (anticipated)

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

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Pravin Aggarwal

Education

Delhi University

BS, Civil-structures engineering / June, 1977

New Delhi

University of Illinois at Chicago

MS, structures / December, 1980

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Florida Institute of Technology

MS, systems management

Huntsville, Florida, United States of America

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