Ian M. Hughes is an Assistant Professor in the Industrial/Organizational Psychology program at North Carolina State University's Department of Psychology within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. His research focuses on workplace social exchanges, employee well-being, and occupational health psychology. He holds a Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University (2023) following prior degrees from the same institution (M.A., 2021) and the University of Central Florida (B.S., 2019). Dr. Hughes' work examines how social support dynamics and workplace mistreatment affect psychological, physiological, and behavioral outcomes. He also investigates politics and work, social media's impact, and human-animal interaction. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology and Computers in Human Behavior . He leads the PAWW (Psychology, Animals, Work, and Well-being) lab, exploring interdisciplinary connections between these areas. Recent studies highlight trends in understanding unhelpful workplace support mechanisms, pet ownership's spillover effects on work performance, and the psychological impacts of doomscrolling. His work bridges organizational behavior with health psychology, emphasizing practical applications for improving workplace climates and employee well-being. Though no formal awards are listed, his prolific publication record (over 20 articles since 2019) indicates sustained academic impact. His CV provides further details about grants, lab activities, and collaborative projects. He advises the PAWW lab team but no named students are listed in available materials.
Agnieszka Roginska is a Professor of Music Technology at the Steinhardt School, New York University, specializing in immersive audio, spatial sound, and auditory displays. Her work integrates acoustic science with virtual reality and medical applications, including postural stability studies for vestibular rehabilitation. She holds leadership roles as AES President-Elect and co-edited the authoritative book 'Immersive Sound'. Education: B.A. in Piano Performance and Computer Applications in Music (McGill University, 1996); M.M. in Music Technology (NYU, 1998); Ph.D. in Music Technology (Northwestern University, 2004). Research focuses on 3D audio technologies, auditory displays for virtual environments, and sensory integration studies. She leads NYU's Music and Audio Research Lab (MARL) and advises the Society for Women in TeCHnology (SWiTCH) at NYU. Awards include AES Fellowship and leadership in international audio engineering societies. Recent publications emphasize audio's role in postural control, distributed music performance frameworks (Holodeck), and VR sound design. Her work bridges technical innovation with artistic applications, including collaborative music systems in mixed reality.
Dr Michelle Donnelly is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Strathclyde, returning in 2021 after roles at the University of Stirling and earlier positions at Strathclyde. She specializes in socio-legal research on child and family law, focusing on compulsory state intervention in cases of child protection and youth justice. Her work emphasizes improving rights assurance and procedural fairness in legal processes affecting children and families. Donnelly holds a PhD from Strathclyde (2017) and a PgCert in Learning and Teaching (2019). Her research explores the Scottish children’s hearings system, joint referrals in youth justice, and safeguarders’ roles. Notable projects include the British Academy’s Childhood Policy Programme and an international comparative study on family intervention led by Viadrina University. She contributed to Strathclyde Cares, earning a team medal for supporting care-experienced students. Donnelly’s awards include teaching excellence nominations and recognition for equality initiatives. Her current projects address justice inequalities for children in conflict with the law and human rights in child welfare. She teaches family law, children’s rights, and legal research methods.
Alev Çavdar is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Istanbul Bilgi University, College of Social Sciences. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Boğaziçi University and spent part of her doctoral research at CUNY City College of New York. Her academic work spans teaching, research, and clinical supervision in clinical and psychoanalytic psychology. Education: BA in Psychology, Boğaziçi University, 2001 MA in Clinical Psychology, Boğaziçi University, 2003 PhD in Clinical Psychology, Boğaziçi University, 2014 (with research at CUNY City College of New York) Her research interests center on psychodynamic psychotherapy , focusing on the therapist-client dyad, emotional change processes, time perception, and the analytic third. She is particularly invested in the mental health of university students and the empirical operationalization of psychoanalytic concepts. Her work bridges clinical theory with research methodology in mental health. Dr. Çavdar has secured competitive research funding, including grants from the Turkish Academy of Sciences and the BILGI Scientific Research Fund, supporting studies on defense mechanisms and psychodynamic therapy outcomes. While no recent publications are listed, her funded projects indicate active engagement in psychotherapy process-outcome research. Scientific Awards and Research Grants: Turkish Academy of Sciences Integrated PhD Research Fund (2013–2014) BILGI Scientific Research Fund (2018–2019) She supervises graduate students through clinical practicum and case discussion courses such as PSY 601-602 Clinical Practicum, PSY 611-612 Group Supervision, and PSY 683-684 Adult Clinical Case Discussion, indicating an active role in training future clinicians. There is no public mention of external grants beyond institutional funding or named advisees. Dr. Çavdar is involved in academic and clinical training within a structured program at Istanbul Bilgi University, contributing to both graduate and undergraduate education in psychology. Her courses include advanced topics in psychopathology, psychotherapy, ethics, and research methods, reflecting a comprehensive engagement with clinical psychology education.
Sotirios Karatzimas is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at the Department of Accounting and Finance, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). He holds a PhD and MSc from AUEB, with postdoctoral research on Greek public sector accounting during austerity. He has also taught at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and Neapolis University Cyprus. His research focuses on public sector accounting, management accounting, and financial sustainability in public institutions. Education: PhD in Accounting (AUEB) MSc in Human Resources Management (AUEB) Bachelor's in Accounting and Finance (AUEB) Research emphasizes public sector accountability mechanisms, fiscal transparency, and citizen engagement through innovative reporting methods. He has contributed to EU-funded projects and collaborates with AUEB’s distance learning programs on public sector accounting. His work bridges accounting practices with socio-political contexts, particularly in crisis-affected economies like Greece. Notable contributions include studies on debt management in local governments, smart cities’ climate change reporting, and participatory budgeting frameworks. He is actively involved in European Study Groups on public sector accounting education and advocates for integrating technology (e.g., eLearning platforms) into teaching. His research often examines the intersection of accounting standards, policy reforms, and citizen literacy for fostering participatory governance.
Yuan Chai is a post-doctoral fellow in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Washington, supervised by Professor Richard Wright. They serve as instructor-of-record for courses including Introduction to Linguistic Phonetics and Computational Methods for Linguists . Education: Ph.D. in Linguistics, UC San Diego M.A. in Linguistics, University of Colorado Boulder Dr. Chai specializes in experimental phonetics with emphasis on voice quality (breathy, creaky, falsetto), tone systems, and checked syllables. Their fieldwork documents endangered languages like Yateé Zapotec (Oaxaca, Mexico) and Xiapu Min (Fujian, China), analyzing phonation-tone interactions through acoustic and perceptual studies. Current projects include building a Living Dictionary for Yateé Zapotec with community audio recordings. Recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on multi-dimensional phonetic contrasts, particularly how glottalization position/duration affects perception in Zapotec, and tone sandhi neutralization in Xiapu Min. Work spans journal articles (JASA, Languages), conference presentations (ICPhS, ASA), and collaborative book chapters. Dr. Chai collaborates extensively with native speakers (Briseida Mendez, Adrián Fernández) and researchers (Patricia Keating, Marc Garellek, Jody Kreiman) across institutions. They maintain active GitHub repositories for computational linguistics tools and prioritize open-access language documentation resources.
Michael Massiah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at The George Washington University, focusing on biochemistry and structural biology. His research explores protein structure-function relationships using solution NMR spectroscopy and biophysical techniques. Education: BS, Haverford College (1992) PhD, University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) (1996) Dr. Massiah's research investigates proteins like MID1, alpha4, and PP2A involved in developmental disorders. His lab characterizes their 3D structures, studies drug-protein interactions, and examines regulatory mechanisms affecting cellular processes such as midline body development. His publications highlight structural analysis of RING folds, zinc-binding domains, and E3 ligase activity. Collaborations across departments and institutions are a key part of his work. He teaches advanced biochemistry courses (CHEM 3165 and 3166), integrating his expertise in protein biophysics and molecular mechanisms.
Christina Shalley is a Professor of Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management and the Sharon M. and Matthew R. Price Chair at the Scheller College of Business, Georgia Institute of Technology. She serves as Area Chair in Organizational Behavior and has previously held faculty positions at the University of Arizona. PhD in Business Administration, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign MA in Labor and Industrial Relations, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Her research focuses on creativity and innovation in organizations, examining how social and contextual factors, job design, and leadership influence employee creativity and team innovation. She has published extensively in top management journals and co-edited the Handbook of Organizational Creativity . The recent publications reflect a strong trend in leadership, ethical climates, diversity, and team creativity , particularly how perceptions of creativity affect social networks and how intercultural dynamics enhance innovation. Her work bridges theory and practice, often appearing in both academic and practitioner outlets. Scientific Awards: Bradley Family Award for Faculty Teaching Excellence at GT Voted MBA Elective Professor of the Year at GT Outstanding Undergraduate Teacher at the University of Arizona Business Teacher of the Year at the University of Arizona Outstanding PhD Student Teaching Award at the University of Illinois Christina has been actively involved in executive education , delivering sessions on creativity, negotiation, conflict resolution, and HR management. She has served on the editorial boards of leading journals including Academy of Management Journal , Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes , and Journal of Management , reflecting her significant scholarly influence. She also co-founded the BizLab, an interdisciplinary research initiative studying human behavior in business contexts. Her practical experience includes roles in human resource management at IBM and development work at the American Foundation for the Blind , and she has consulted with various organizations on motivation, communication, and conflict management.
Professor Cynthia H.Y. Fu is a leading researcher in the Department of Psychology & Human Development at the University of East London's School of Childhood and Social Care. She serves as an Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and holds a Visiting Professor position at the Centre for Affective Disorders, King's College London. Her research focuses on identifying brain regions affected by depression and how they change with various treatments including talking therapies, antidepressant medication, and neurostimulation techniques like transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS). Professor Fu pioneered work demonstrating that neural activation patterns during sad facial processing can accurately diagnose depression in individual patients and predict treatment response. Her research has direct translational potential in developing biomarkers for diagnosis and prognosis based on brain imaging. Professor Fu's work spans multiple disciplines including affective neuroscience, computational psychiatry, and neuromodulation. Her recent publications reveal strong trends in applying machine learning to neuroimaging data for depression classification, investigating home-based tDCS treatment protocols, and exploring the relationship between physiological markers and psychological states in real-world contexts like driving and commuting. British Association for Psychopharmacology Award National Alliance for Research in Schizophrenia and Depression (Brain & Behavior Research Foundation) Award Professor Fu has secured significant research funding from major organizations including the Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust, GlaxoSmithKline, and Eli Lilly. Her work regularly appears in top-tier journals and is consistently cited among the most influential publications in psychiatry. She leads research investigating how brain responses can predict individual treatment responses, potentially enabling personalized depression treatment approaches. Her laboratory focuses on multimodal neuroimaging approaches combined with machine learning to identify neural signatures of depression and treatment response. Current projects include home-based tDCS treatment protocols with remote supervision, biomarker development for predicting antidepressant response, and computational approaches to understanding stress responses in everyday contexts.
Dr. Amanda Ferguson is a Programme Leader at the Medical Research Council Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (MRC CBU) at the University of Cambridge . Her research focuses on understanding cognitive and behavioral mechanisms in digital environments, particularly social media's impact on mental health and decision-making processes. Key areas: Empathy avoidance, reinforcement learning, digital parenting, and mindfulness-based interventions. Recent work: Investigates how adolescents adapt to digital environments and the cognitive costs associated with empathy. Notable contributions: Development of the Empathy Selection Task for behavioral assessment, validation of digital parenting scales, and exploration of open science challenges in educational technology. Her publications reflect interdisciplinary collaborations bridging psychology, neuroscience, and technology.
Dr. Aleona Swegen is an ARC DECRA Fellow at the School of Environmental and Life Sciences, University of Newcastle, Australia. A veterinarian and research fellow specializing in animal fertility, she applies cutting-edge reproductive biology techniques to benefit both endangered species and livestock. Her work focuses on developing novel approaches to preserve fertility, particularly through proteomic and molecular analyses of reproductive processes. Bachelor of Veterinary Science, University of Sydney (2010) PhD in Reproductive Science, University of Newcastle, Australia (completed under Laureate Professor John Aitken) Dr. Swegen's research spans multiple interconnected areas of reproductive biology. Her primary focus is on equine reproduction, particularly stallion sperm biology and fertility. She investigates how environmental factors like heat stress impact male fertility and offspring health. Her work also extends to endangered species conservation, notably her contributions to the Rhino Fertility Project aimed at rescuing the Northern White Rhino from extinction. Through proteomic, lipidomic, and molecular approaches, she explores embryo-maternal interactions, sperm metabolism, and novel fertility preservation techniques. Analysis of Dr. Swegen's recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on applying advanced 'omics technologies to reproductive challenges. Her work consistently bridges basic science with practical applications in both livestock breeding and endangered species conservation. A notable trend is her exploration of how environmental stressors, particularly heat stress, affect reproductive outcomes across species. Her research demonstrates increasing integration of multi-omics approaches (proteomics, lipidomics) to identify biomarkers and develop diagnostic tools for fertility assessment. ARC DECRA Fellowship (2022-2024) for research on heat stress effects on male fertility Dr. Swegen actively supervises multiple PhD and Masters students, focusing on topics related to equine reproduction, heat stress effects, and fertility preservation. She has secured significant research funding, including multiple ARC grants and AgriFutures Australia projects totaling over $3 million. Her current projects include 'Early pregnancy in the mare: mechanisms of immune recognition and novel assays for pregnancy testing' and 'Pioneering reproductive biotechnology innovations for equine breeding,' reflecting her dual focus on fundamental research and practical applications. As part of the Priority Research Centre for Reproductive Science at the University of Newcastle, Dr. Swegen collaborates with interdisciplinary teams working on reproductive challenges across species. Her work connects with conservation efforts globally, particularly through collaborations with institutions like the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute and the University of Oxford's Rhino Fertility Project.
Dr. Jungmeen Kim-Spoon is a Professor in the Department of Psychology and Health Sciences at Virginia Tech's College of Science. She leads the JK Lifespan Development Lab and serves as Director of Virginia Tech's Developmental Science program, focusing on developmental psychopathology and neurocognitive mechanisms in adolescent risk behaviors. Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology (University of Virginia) M.A. in Developmental Psychology (Yonsei University) B.A. in Psychology (Yonsei University, Summa Cum Laude) Her research examines: Developmental pathways of psychopathology following child maltreatment Neurobiological substrates of risk-taking behaviors Protective factors in adversity: Self-regulation, cognitive control, religiousness Longitudinal neuroimaging studies of adolescent brain maturation Quantitative methods: Structural equation modeling, latent growth analysis Recent publications highlight: Neurocognitive control of substance use (2025) Maltreatment effects on emotion regulation (2024) Developmental impacts of socioeconomic disadvantage (2024) Family chaos and neural protective factors (2024) Delay discounting pathways in adolescent substance use (2024) Scientific recognition: Heilig-Meyers Professor of Psychology (2025–present) NIH-funded research projects (NIDA/NICHD/NIMH) Lab members include: Current graduate students: Claudia Clinchard, Celina Meyer, Sahar Hafezi Postdoctoral associates: Ya-Yun Chen, Ashlyn Murphy
Michele Guerra is a Full Professor of Cinema, Photography and Television (L-ART/06) at the University of Parma , where he has held progressively senior roles since 2011. He has directed research projects funded by MIUR, participated in international collaborations at Stanford University and Sorbonne Nouvelle, and currently oversees the film studies series "Pandora" (Diabasis). His affiliations include editorial board memberships for "Cinergie", "La Valle dell'Eden", and "Arabeschi". Principal Investigator, PRIN Project (2019-present): "A Private History of Italian Film Criticism" Principal Investigator, MIUR SIR Project (2015-2019): Film criticism in Italy 1940s-1950s Co-director, Cognitive Science and Neuroscience for the Humanities project at CASBS (2011) Guerra's research spans three major areas: Cognitive Film Studies (investigating neural mechanisms in film reception), Cinema and Visual Culture (analyzing sensory composition in media), and Historiography of Italian Film Criticism . His recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches merging neuroscience with film analysis, particularly focusing on cross-modal correspondences and emotional engagement. Scientific recognition includes: Giuseppe Medici Prize (2009) for rural class representation in Fascist-era Italian cinema Limina Prize (2016) for co-authored work "Lo schermo empatico. Cinema e neuroscienze" His academic leadership has included Vice-Director of DUSIC Department and Director of the Communication and Contemporary Media for Creative Industries degree program, though he resigned these roles in 2017 upon becoming Parma's Councilor for Culture.
Alessandro Di Vita is an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychological, Pedagogical, Physical Exercise and Training Sciences, School of Medicine and Surgery, Università degli Studi di Palermo (UNIPA). His work centers on educational psychology, career orientation, and pedagogical methodologies for adolescents and university students. Research Interests: Expressive writing for life planning, self-efficacy development, performance anxiety management, peer tutoring, and intercultural education. Key Projects: «Telemaco» (remote peer tutoring), «FOrCe» (career guidance interventions), and «FOrP» (school-university transition). Collaborations: Worked with international institutions like Universidad Austral (Argentina) and Universidad de Estudios de Palermo (Italy). His publications from 2007–2025 reflect a consistent focus on adolescent relationships, educational reform, and digital pedagogy. He has contributed to validation studies for psychological scales like the Worry Emotionality-Junior (WE-J) and developed methodologies such as «SeCo» for post-diploma decision-making. Alessandro also emphasizes Student Voice in educational processes, promoting active participation and resource utilization. Recent works include international comparative studies on peer tutoring and training programs for secondary school teachers.
Dr Mahsheed Ansari serves as a Senior Lecturer in Islam and Contemporary Islamic Studies and Higher Degrees Research Coordinator at the Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation at Charles Sturt University. She also holds positions as a Research Fellow at the Centre for Religion and Ethics and Society (CRES) at Charles Sturt University and as a sessional Law lecturer at Western Sydney University. Her academic career spans teaching, research supervision, and community engagement focused on Islamic studies and Australian Muslim communities. Ansari holds a double degree in Law and Arts from Western Sydney University, a Master of Arts in Arabic and Islamic Studies from Sydney University, and a PhD in Historical Studies and Islamic Studies from Monash University. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her interdisciplinary work bridging legal, historical, and religious studies. Her research explores multiple facets of Islamic intellectual history, theology, philosophy, and ethics, with a particular focus on the historical and cultural presence of Islam and Muslims in Australia. She has developed significant expertise in oral history methodologies to capture Muslim heritage, particularly through her Australian Muslim Heritage Project. Her work often examines the intersection of Islamic thought with contemporary social issues, including prophethood debates, Muslim women's experiences, and interfaith relations in the Australian context. Through her book Modern Debates in Prophecy and Prophethood in Islam: Muhammad Iqbal and Said Nursi (2023), she has contributed to contemporary theological discourse on Islamic prophetic tradition. Analysis of her recent publications reveals consistent thematic development across three main trajectories: historical and theological studies of Islamic thought (particularly regarding prophethood and Islamic modernism), Australian Muslim history and identity formation, and contemporary social issues affecting Muslim communities including gender, trauma, and political representation. Her work demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary engagement, moving from purely theological studies toward sociological, historical, and public policy applications. Ansari has received multiple research grants supporting her work on Australian Muslim history, including funding from Charles Sturt University ($1,700 in 2023, $14,500 in 2019, $15,000 in 2017-2018), the Islamic Foundation for Education & Welfare ($12,000 in 2023, $22,000 in 2017-2019), Cumberland Council ($8,000 in 2019), and the Public & Contextual Theology Research Project Grant ($9,500 in 2019, $25,000 in 2017-2018). As Higher Degrees Research Coordinator at CISAC, she supervises PhD candidates including Carol Mroue researching Islamic spirituality in post-traumatic growth for Australian Muslim women and previously supervised Mukesh Chander's work on citizenship issues. She has also co-supervised research on transnational Islamic movements and online religious education. Her teaching portfolio includes subjects on Islamic spirituality, women in Islam, Muslims in Australia, and Islamic morality across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her current research focuses on the Australian Muslim Heritage Project and Muslim Pioneers Project, particularly documenting Dr Ashfaq Ahmad's contributions to institutional development of Islam in Australia. These projects represent significant community-engaged scholarship that bridges academic research with cultural preservation efforts.
