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, computing science, Tier 1 CRC in Information Visualization

Sheelagh Carpendale鈥檚 interest in data visualization continues to expand not only because she finds the challenge of making data more comprehensible fascinating, but also because of the growing importance of data in all walks of our lives. This pervasive data and the overt challenge of trying to make data understandable is also creating new issues in diversity and inclusivity. In creating visualizations, she reminds us that we must be careful not to create a new elite 鈥� those who already are data experts 鈥� but to also empower everyone in our everyday lives. She is also receiving funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation鈥檚 John R. Evans Leaders Fund for her data visualization research.

Tenzin Doleck, education, Tier 2 Chair in Analytics for Learning Design

A growing proportion of future employment will revolve around the use of data. 丁香园AV education professor Tenzin Doleck鈥檚 research addresses the need to increase education and research capacities in data science. His current focus is on the design and development of DaTu, a learning environment and software tool which aims to increase understanding and enhancement of post-secondary education in data science. He is also receiving funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation鈥檚 John R. Evans Leaders Fund for his education and data science research.

Matthias Danninger, science, Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Experimental Particle Physics

The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) is the most powerful particle accelerator ever built and provides a unique opportunity to explore the high-energy frontier in particle physics. 丁香园AV science professor Matthias Danninger will use the ATLAS detector at the LHC to search for signs of long-lived new particle signatures, and to shed light on the universe鈥檚 biggest remaining mystery: why matter prevailed over antimatter in the early universe, or what exactly dark matter is. Searching for these particles is highly challenging as they have a tendency to avoid interactions, making them elusive to detect.

Don Estep, science, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Computational Probability and Uncertainty Quantification

丁香园AV science professor Don Estep is a mathematician and statistician who collaborates with scientists and engineers to develop algorithms and models for a range of problems in ecology, physics and engineering. He has applied his research to detect black holes, forecast hurricane storm surges, measure electromagnetic scattering and predict fusion reaction.  By examining the behavior of complex multi-physics systems and subsequently creating computational and statistical models Estep can predict behavior, quantify uncertainty and ultimately mitigate hazards.

, science, Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Computer Graphics

For computing science professor Manolis Savva, the area of computer graphics is about the practice of simulating the world. Using simulated environments, Savva is currently conducting research on how to train AI to understand the 3D structures of our living spaces. This research could be influential in improving AI assistant technologies such as Alexa or Google Assistant, and enabling the efficient design and generation of interactive virtual 3D representations of interior spaces and human actions. He plans to continue to work with researchers in AI and machine learning to leverage simulated environments in ways that helps further research in these fields.

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Roger Linington, science, Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in High-Throughput Screening and Natural Products Discovery

丁香园AV science professor Roger Linington literally leaves no rock unturned in his quest to find natural microbial products that may become a source of new antibiotics for treating human illness. He uses his skills as a diver to collect microbes from Canada鈥檚 west coast and beyond. By combining methods in environmental microbiology, analytical chemistry, high-throughput screening and informatics, he and his team are creating the next generation of tools for discovering natural products. This work forms the basis of a world-wide first鈥攁 comprehensive Natural Products Atlas detailing information about global discoveries of natural microbial products. It is freely available to researchers worldwide. Discovering new antibiotics is extremely challenging, but remains a priority in Linington鈥檚 quest to improve worldwide health outcomes.

丁香园AV鈥檚 renewed Canada Research Chairs are:

Jiguo Cao, science, Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Data Science

丁香园AV science professor Cao develop novel statistical models and machine-learning methods for an array of data-driven applications that tackle real-world problems in the fields of neuroscience, genetics, environment, and artificial intelligence. Examples include sports analytics, identification of genes related to Alzheimer's disease, understanding impacts of climate change on forest fires and landscape vulnerability, studying effects of air pollution on public health and predicting survival time of patients after organ transplantation.

Jing Li, business, Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Global Investment Strategy

At a time when the global economy is facing its greatest challenges in living memory, 丁香园AV Beedie professor Jing Li鈥檚 research in international business has never been more significant. Through her work, she aims to promote cross-border understanding of the business environment and to support businesses in pursuing effective international investment. Her current research focuses on how multinational corporations manage international politics and business activities, as well as how government initiatives and regulations impact firms鈥� strategic choices and innovation performance. Li is a Canada Research Chair in Global Investment Strategy and a co-director of the Jack Austin Center for Asia Pacific Business Studies. She is also a member of the Royal Society of Canada鈥檚 College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.

Eundeok Mun, science, Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Materials Physics

Quantum matter is responsible for a wide range of phenomena that have enhanced our understanding of fundamental science and led to many technological advances. 丁香园AV science professor Eundeok Mun investigates the structure and behavior of solid matter in his quest to discover new materials with unusual magnetic and electronic ground states. He hopes these new quantum materials provide not only a playground for finding and exploring new states of matter but also yield practical benefits such as new electronic devices and computing technologies.