Work with thought leaders and academic experts from University of Waterloo

Initially trained as a Cognitive Psychologist with expertise on conscious versus unconscious influences on performance, Steve has more recently become a strong proponent of preventative mental health efforts. During the pandemic Steve created a free online course at Coursera.org entitled Understanding and Managing the Anxiety of COVID 19, a course that has over 180,000 registered students. That lead him to then created more specialized courses, one supporting Police Officers and another supporting Health Care Workers, providing each with a better understanding of the stressors associated with their chosen work, and giving them tips and strategies for managing their mental health. Since then Steve has become a common media commentator around preventative mental health, and has begun supporting both not for profits (The GenWell Initiative) and commercial entities (OOt Social) to bring mental health support to corporations, students, and the general public.

• An experienced researcher proficient in renewable energy R&D, focusing on nanomaterials, Electrochemistry, Solar, Hydrogen production, Fuel cell, Energy storage & Conversion. • Possesses expertise in various synthesis methods, alongside adeptness in laboratory testing of materials, utilizing electrochemical workstation techniques and conducting fuel cell testing. • Demonstrated success in driving forward research objectives within the realm of cleaner energy and environmental sustainability. • Skilled leader known for project management, mentorship, and promoting innovation

I am a PhD student in the School of Public Health Sciences, University of Waterloo. I have a PhD in Ecology and large experience using a number of quantitative tools to investigate how organisms adapt to rapid changes in their environment. I am now interested in understanding how these same rapid environmental changes (such as climate change) impact mental health. For my PhD, I am developing tools to identify individuals at risk of negative health outcomes during heat waves.

Dr. Ali Y Expert is an experienced academic and researcher in the field of engineering and operations research. He obtained his Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Waterloo in 2021 and his PhD in Engineering (Operations Research) in Mechanical Engineering from KU Leuven in 2014. He has extensive teaching and research experience, most recently serving as an Assistant Professor at Babol Noshirvani University of Technology and as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Ghent University. He has also worked as a Research Analyst at NotedSource. Dr. Expert is highly knowledgeable in the fields of engineering and operations research and is passionate about using his expertise to help others.

Alborz Rezazadeh is a distinguished leader in the fields of AI, machine learning (ML), and computer vision (CV). In his current role as the Director of Applied CV at Recursion, a biotechnology company dedicated to revolutionizing drug discovery through AI, he has developed the applied CV/ML department, overseeing a team of over 10 ML scientists and engineers. Under his visionary leadership, the team has achieved remarkable success in foundational CV models, video analysis, multimodal learning, and the integration of large language models to expedite drug discovery processes. Alborz's leadership has fostered innovation and cost savings in the biotechnology sector. Before joining Recursion, Alborz spent two years as the Team Lead and Staff AI Scientist at LG AI Research Lab, where he led a team of eight ML scientists and engineers, successfully delivering projects in object detection, image classification, real-time pose estimation, and few-shot learning for various applications and LG products. Prior to his time at LG, Alborz contributed to pioneering deep-learning research for smartphones and appliances during his two-year tenure at Samsung AI Research Center. He also published multiple papers in prestigious AI conferences. Before entering the world of AI and ML, from 2012 to 2014, Alborz served as an Electrical Engineer at North Inc, where he was one of the initial two employees and played a pivotal role in the company's transformation into a unicorn startup. Alborz holds a PhD in Biomedical Eng. from the University of Toronto (2014-2018), where he developed groundbreaking brain-computer interfaces. His research earned him the "Best PhD Thesis" award from the University. He obtained his master's degree in Electrical Eng. (EE) from the University of Waterloo (2010-2012) and his B.Sc. degree in EE from Sharif University. Throughout his career, Alborz has demonstrated a passion for technology, visionary leadership, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of AI.

Tammy Bishop is a highly qualified educator with over 10 years of experience in the field of education. She holds a Masters of Education in Education from Medaille College, which she received in 2008. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology & French from the University of Waterloo. Tammy has a strong passion for teaching and has dedicated her career to helping students reach their full potential. She has a diverse background in teaching, having worked as an elementary school teacher at the Waterloo Region District School Board. Her expertise lies in creating engaging and interactive learning environments that foster a love for learning in her students. Aside from her teaching experience, Tammy also has a deep understanding of educational theories and practices, which she continually incorporates into her teaching methods. She is dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest educational research and techniques to ensure that she provides the best education possible for her students. Tammy is known for her excellent communication skills and her ability to build strong relationships with her students, colleagues, and parents. She is a patient and caring teacher who is always willing to go above and beyond to support her students' academic and personal growth. In her free time, Tammy enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her family. She also volunteers at local schools and organizations, demonstrating her commitment to education and community involvement.