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• Public Relations
• Advertising Strategy
• Gender Equality
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Giorgia Miotto is a Lecturer at the Blanquerna School of Communication and International Relations, Universitat Ramon Llull, where she is actively engaged in research and teaching within the Department of Advertising and Public Relations. Her work is closely tied to the Grup de Recerca en Estratègia i Creativitat en Publicitat i Relacions Públiques (GRECPRP), a recognized research group fostering innovation in strategic communication. Her research interests span a broad and impactful range of topics, including Public Relations, Advertising Strategy, Gender Equality, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Corporate Legitimacy, Sustainable Development Goals, Entrepreneurship, Consumer Behavior, and Political Communication . Her work often explores the intersection of communication, legitimacy, and societal challenges, with a strong emphasis on gender equality and sustainability. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on legitimacy in various contexts—political, corporate, and social—examining how factors like gender policies, economic uncertainty, and digital advertising influence public perception. She also investigates critical issues in digital marketing, such as privacy concerns and influencer authenticity, contributing valuable insights to both academic and professional communities. She has participated in multiple research projects funded by internal and external agencies, including AGAUR, with a focus on public diplomacy, strategic communication, and sustainable development. Her collaborative work highlights her integration within a vibrant academic network. While no formal awards are listed, her research output, including numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, demonstrates significant scholarly contribution. She is also involved in a dynamic research team, contributing to a collective fingerprint that emphasizes gender equality, sustainable development, and strategic communication in Spain and Europe.

• Higher education
• Degree apprenticeships
• Work-integrated learning
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Dr Khristin Fabian is a Lecturer in the School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment at Edinburgh Napier University . She is an active member of the Centre for Higher Education Research and leads cross-institutional projects on degree apprenticeships, technology-enhanced learning, and widening participation in computing. Her email is K.Fabian@napier.ac.uk . Education and Qualifications While the text does not list her own degrees, it positions her as a Doctoral-level supervisor, indicating completion of a PhD and eligibility to direct doctoral research. Research Interests Dr Fabian’s work centres on three interconnected themes: Degree Apprenticeships & Work-Integrated Learning: longitudinal studies of tripartite collaboration between apprentices, employers and universities; social mobility impacts; and policy positioning via job-advert analysis. Gender & Inclusion in Computing: exploring women’s motivations, gendered experiences in male-dominated courses, and entrepreneurial barriers for female computing students. Technology-Enhanced Learning & Transition: flipped classroom efficacy, mobile learning engagement, and support mechanisms for students articulating from further education colleges. Publication Trends Across 2020–2025 her outputs reveal a sustained focus on degree apprenticeships as a lever for widening participation and addressing digital-skills shortages. Mixed-methods designs dominate, combining qualitative surveys, Q-methodology, and critical discourse analysis of policy documents. Grants & Projects How are we positioning apprenticeships? (£4,999, Society for Research into Higher Education, 2020–2021) – critical analysis of job adverts. Associate Student Project (2014–2023, Scottish Funding Council) – partnerships with FE colleges to smooth transition into computing degrees. Doctoral Supervision Dr Fabian currently directs the PhD of Mr Fredrick Mbuya on Assessing the early impact of data skills training initiatives (2024–), with Prof Sally Smith as second supervisor.

• Art History
• Visual Culture
• Visual Rhetoric
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Henning Laugerud is a Professor of Art History and Visual Culture at the Department of Linguistic, Literary and Aesthetic Studies , University of Bergen. His academic career includes visiting professorships at Aarhus University (2021) and visiting researcher positions at Maynooth University (2020) and University of Durham (2016). He is a member of several research networks including ENID - The European Network on the Instruments of Devotion , the Center for the Viking Age and the Middle Ages (Aarhus University), and the European Science Foundation's College of Reviewers. Research Focus: Medieval and early modern European visual culture, with emphasis on the intersection of religious devotion, memory studies (mnemology), and the material agency of images. His work explores theoretical/methodological questions spanning historical art theory, Reformation polemics, and the ontology of 'living images' through projects like The Living Image (LIMA) and Blødende billeder og visuel animation . Key Contributions: Pioneering studies on medieval animation, devotional object materiality, and post-Reformation visual culture in Scandinavia. His publications analyze cognitive dimensions of sight, the paradox of false relics, and transnational Counter-Reformation strategies between 1500-1700. Current Projects: The Living Image initiative investigates animated medieval objects' ontological status while connecting medieval mechanics (e.g., bleeding Christ automatons) to contemporary digital animation theories.

Samantha Leanne SmithView profile

Researcher

• Art History
• Visual Culture
• Image Theory
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Samantha Leanne Smith is a Guest Researcher affiliated with the Department of Linguistic, Literary and Aesthetic Studies at the University of Bergen. Her work bridges art history, visual culture studies, and religious studies with a focus on historical image theory and material devotion. Her research spans five interconnected domains: Image Theory & Perception : Philosophical foundations of visual representation, exploring blindness as metaphor and sensory dimensions of art Museology & Knowledge Systems : Historical taxonomies, museum origins, and visual organization of material culture Religious Visual Culture : Relics, Reformation impacts on image worship, and devotional materiality Scientific Imagery : Evolution of botanical illustration and empirical knowledge transmission Antiquarian Thought : Visual documentation in early archaeology and historical image interpretation Her publication trajectory reveals a consistent engagement with sensory metaphors in religious art, particularly examining blindness, touch, and relic veneration across historical periods. Recent works demonstrate growing focus on Nordic visual traditions while maintaining deep engagement with Mediterranean and Northern European case studies from antiquity to contemporary practice. Smith actively disseminates research through public lectures including contributions to the Great Norwegian Encyclopedia, AWARE women artists database, and community outreach at Senior University programs. She teaches advanced art history courses covering antiquity to contemporary practice with emphasis on theoretical frameworks and research communication.

Małgorzata Puchalska-WasylView profile

Professor

• Internal Dialogue
• Personality Psychology
• Identity Formation
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Dr. hab. Małgorzata Puchalska-Wasyl, Professor at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin (KUL) , is a leading scholar in Personality Psychology within the Institute of Psychology , Faculty of Social Sciences. Her work bridges internal dialogue , self-talk , and identity formation , with recent studies focusing on mediators between perfectionism and body image in weight-loss contexts, dialogues in grief , and religious coping in adolescent cancer patients . Key research trends include: Internal Dialogue as a mediator in well-being and identity Religious Disengagement (deconversion) linked to social support and parental influence Cognitive Mechanisms in posttraumatic growth and chronic illness Scientific Awards : Inner Reward First Prize (2024) Rector's Awards (2021, 2005) National Award from the Foundation for Polish Science (2006) Individual Research Scholarship (2008/2009) She leads projects funded by the Ministry of Education and Science and KUL budget, including studies on self-talk and pain , and dialogical wisdom . Her editorial roles include Roczniki Psychologiczne and Journal of Constructivist Psychology .

• Sustainable Tourism Management
• Destination Marketing
• Tourism Technology
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Iva Slivar is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Tourism 'Dr. Mijo Mirković' in Pula, Croatia. She teaches courses on tourism marketing, innovation, and destination management, including 'Digital Tourism', 'Marketing of Innovation in Culture and Tourism', and 'Practicum'. Her research focuses on sustainable tourism development, destination competitiveness, technology integration in tourism, and consumer behavior analysis. Her work emphasizes innovative solutions for the tourism sector, including studies on AI ethics in smart tourism, inclusive accessibility planning, and post-pandemic hospitality trends. She has conducted comparative analyses of Croatia and Serbia's tourism competitiveness and explored wellness tourism branding strategies between Croatia and Malta. Her research also investigates generational differences in travel behavior, particularly among Gen Z and millennials. Slivar's publications cover topics ranging from heritage valorization through indoor camping models to the role of humor in destination marketing. She has contributed to frameworks for optimizing DMO communication strategies and assessing non-financial disclosures in tourism companies. Her work frequently intersects with policy implementation, corporate social responsibility, and stakeholder collaboration for sustainable development.

• Tourism Management
• Heritage Tourism
• Cultural Tourism
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Ozan Atsiz is an Associate Professor and Institute Director at Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University's Faculty of Tourism. With a doctorate in Tourism Management from Istanbul University (2020), he has established himself as a leading researcher in heritage tourism, cultural experiences, and the sharing economy within tourism contexts. His academic career shows steady progression from research assistant positions at Istanbul University (2014-2017) and Yozgat Bozok University (2017-2022) to his current role as Associate Professor (2023-present). Current Position: Associate Professor and Institute Director, Faculty of Tourism, Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University Previous Positions: Doctor Lecturer (2022), Research Assistant at Yozgat Bozok University (2017-2022), Research Assistant at Istanbul University (2014-2017) Education: Doctorate in Tourism Management (2020, Istanbul University), Master's in Tourism Guidance (2016, Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University), Bachelor's in Tourism and Hotel Management (2014, Anadolu University) Professor Atsiz's research primarily examines tourist behavior in cultural destinations, with particular emphasis on meal-sharing platforms, heritage site experiences, and sustainable tourism practices. His work frequently employs innovative methodologies including netnography and content analysis of online reviews to understand how tourists engage with cultural heritage through both physical and virtual experiences. He has made significant contributions to understanding local-guided tours in the sharing economy, virtual heritage tourism, and post-pandemic tourism recovery. His publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output with multiple articles in top-tier SSCI-indexed journals across 2022-2025, showing particular strength in analyzing the intersection of technology, culture, and tourism experiences. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications for tourism destination management. 2024 Academic Performance Award from Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University As Institute Director, Professor Atsiz leads research initiatives focused on regional tourism development, particularly in Cappadocia. He teaches courses including World Heritage Sites, Natural and Cultural Heritage of Cappadocia, Tourism Economics, and Tourism Sociology, reflecting his expertise in cultural and heritage tourism. His work connects academic research with practical tourism development strategies for Central Anatolia's unique cultural landscape.

Sophie ScottView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Emotional Expression
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Professor Sophie Scott CBE is a prominent cognitive neuroscientist and director of the Institute for Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London (UCL). Her research focuses on the neurobiology of speech, laughter, and emotional vocalizations, emphasizing their social and communicative dimensions. She holds leadership roles in advancing neuroscience education and public engagement, including delivering the Royal Institution Christmas Lectures (2017) and TED Talks. Scott’s academic positions include roles within UCL’s Faculty of Brain Sciences, where she contributes to interdisciplinary research across institutes like the Institute of Neurology and the Ear Institute. Her work bridges basic science and clinical applications, with recent studies exploring laughter perception in autism and the neural basis of vocal authenticity. Awarded a CBE (2020) for services to neuroscience, Scott is also a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences and British Academy. Her public engagement efforts include stand-up comedy performances to communicate science, and she advocates for women in STEM through mentorship and collaborative initiatives. Key research themes include auditory processing pathways, emotional expression recognition, and the social neuroscience of laughter. Her lab investigates how vocal behaviors reflect group dynamics and social bonds, with studies published in high-impact journals like Journal of Neuroscience and Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences .

• Renaissance Studies
• Historiography
• Nation-Building in Early Modern Europe
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Dr. Andrey Doronin is a researcher affiliated with the Department of Eastern European History at the University of Bonn and the Max Weber Stiftung (Bonn), and has served as a scientific Mitarbeiter at the Deutsche Historisches Institut Moskau since 2005. His work focuses on the interplay between Renaissance humanism and early modern nation-building in Eastern Europe, with a particular emphasis on Russian and German historiography. Born in 1962 in the Moscow region PhD in History (2001) on Johannes Aventinus Alumnus of Lomonosov Moscow State University (MA in Medieval History) His research explores the cultural memory of the Rus' through transconfessional monastic networks, biblical genealogy, and the adaptation of Western ideas in the Russian Empire. He has edited interdisciplinary volumes on topics like Monastic Culture as a Transconfessional Phenomenon and Narratives of the Rus' in Early Modernity , often bridging art history and textual analysis. Dr. Doronin's academic contributions include fellowships from prestigious institutions like the Volkswagen Foundation and the Gerda Henkel Foundation. His publications analyze how Renaissance humanists constructed historical narratives of Eastern Europe, including studies of figures such as Johannes Trithemius and Hartmann Schedel, and the role of maps and encyclopedias in shaping European identity. Scientific Awards & Grants: Volkswagen Foundation (multiple) Max Planck Institute for European Legal History (multiple) Gerda Henkel Foundation Herzog August Bibliothek Wolfenbüttel He has also contributed to translation projects, including works on Soviet-German relations and Russian Orthodoxy during World War II, and co-edited a handbook on SMAD/Soviet occupation (2009). Currently, he investigates the origins of European historiography and its impact on Eastern Slavic identity formation.

Andrew ManleyView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Urbanism
• Placemaking
• Tourism Studies
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Andrew Manley is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bath’s Department for Health, affiliated with the Centre for Qualitative Research and the Centre for Sport, Physical Activity and Health Equality (SPHERE). His work bridges sociology, urban studies, and technological governance. PhD in Sociology and Social Policy from Durham University Research focuses on urbanism, placemaking, tourism , and organisational culture , with emphasis on technology, surveillance, and social control . Recent projects explore AI in sports, cross-cultural collaborations, and China’s urban governance. Key funded projects include work supported by the Jiangsu Provincial Government , AHRC , and British Council . Current collaborations span institutions in China, Canada, and the EU. His publications analyze topics from the digital economy in sports to emotive authenticity in heritage tourism , reflecting interdisciplinary methodologies and global policy relevance.

• Service Design
• Creative Services
• Fast Fashion
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Karl-Jacob Mickelsson is a Senior Lecturer at Åbo Akademi University's School of Business and Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences, Economics and Law. His research bridges service design, digital innovation, and sustainability, with a focus on creative services, fast fashion CSR, and health/social care ecosystems. SDG Contributions Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Reduced Inequalities Good Health and Well-being Sustainable Cities and Communities His scholarly work explores: Service design methodologies (ActS framework) Digital platforms for professional competence reflection AI as a creative service enabler CSR reputation dynamics in fast fashion User-defined healthcare ecosystems Publications show expertise in: Service system modeling Human activity theory applications Stakeholder alignment in CSR AI-human collaboration Meta-service design Chronic condition management

Marcel MierwaldView profile

Professor

• History Didactics
• Digital Education
• Empirical Educational Research
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Marcel Mierwald is a Junior Professor at the Technische Universität Braunschweig and researcher at the Leibniz Institute for Educational Media (GEI). His work focuses on the didactics of educational media with a specialization in history, emphasizing digital transformation, empirical research in history teaching, and language-sensitive pedagogy. He contributes to interdisciplinary projects such as Empowering Police Officers and Teachers in Arguing Against Antisemitism (EMPATHIA³) and leads Generative KI als Bildungsmedium (GeKIB). Education: Studied history, politics, and educational science at Freie Universität Berlin and German studies at Ruhr University Bochum. Research: Explores digital educational media, generative AI applications, empirical history teaching, and historical consciousness in the post-digital era. Projects: Leads GeKIB, co-heads the working group Empirische Zugänge der Geschichtsdidaktik , and contributes to INTERXR and HiPBXR . Publications: 2024–2025 works address AI in education, digital source criticism, and migration history. Awards: No specific awards listed.

Eifiona Thomas LaneView profile

Lecturer

• Environmental Management
• Rural Geography
• Sustainable Food Systems
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Dr Eifiona Thomas Lane is a Lecturer in Environmental Management at the School of Environmental and Natural Sciences, Bangor University. She teaches on Geography and MGeography degrees, coordinates modules across all years, and supervises undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation students. As a fluent Welsh speaker, she leads Welsh-medium teaching and is an Associate Lecturer with the Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol. She is actively involved in field-based education, coordinating local and international fieldwork, including the Barcelona advanced fieldwork module. Her research interests span sustainable food systems, rural geography, cultural and natural heritage, and community resilience. She works closely with stakeholders including farming communities, local food producers, and protected area partnerships in Wales. Her work addresses livelihoods, sustainable food economies, place-based food heritage, and the environmental impacts of craft beer and cider production. Her recent publications highlight trends in rural entrepreneurship, food system resilience during crises like the pandemic, sustainable tourism, and the environmental footprint of small-scale food and drink production. These works reflect a strong focus on action research, community engagement, and policy-relevant outcomes. Fellow of Advance HE Academy Dr Lane supervises multiple PhD students and leads significant research projects, including KESS II collaborations with Menter Mon and the Welsh Government. She is Chair of the Wales Real Food and Farming Conference and a committee member of the Royal Geographical Society’s Rural and Food Geography Research Groups. She also contributes to the North Wales Food Poverty Alliance and is an independent member of Bangor University Senate, demonstrating her leadership in both academic and community spheres. She is actively involved in research projects on historic houses and sustainability, food poverty mapping, and rural innovation. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to sustainable communities, responsible consumption, and reduced inequalities.

• Cultural Heritage Management
• Heritage Futures
• Digital Heritage
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Dirk H.R. Spennemann is an Associate Professor in Cultural Heritage Management at Charles Sturt University, affiliated with the School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences and the Gulbali Research Institute. He holds a PhD from the Australian National University and an MA from Johann Wolfgang Goethe Universität, and is a registered postgraduate supervisor. His academic base is at the Albury/Wodonga campus, where he lectures in Cultural Resource Management and Historic Ecology at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Research Interests: Dirk is an internationally recognized leader in Micronesian history and heritage, with extensive fieldwork across the Indo-Pacific. He is a pioneering figure in the emerging field of heritage futures , which applies futurist theories to explore how cultural heritage may evolve in contexts such as space exploration, robotics, digital materiality, and generative AI. His work critically examines the interplay between heritage values, management processes, and public engagement. He also investigates sensory and intangible heritage, digital heritage, and the cultural appropriation of Indigenous Australian motifs. His recent publications (2023–2025) reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research at the intersection of heritage, technology, and sensory experience. Topics include the use of social media for citizen science, AI bias in digital content, sensory methodologies for heritage documentation, and the ephemeral heritage of political elections. These works demonstrate a consistent focus on contemporary and emergent forms of heritage, often employing innovative digital and mixed-methods approaches. Partnership Stewardship Award for Cultural Resources, Pacific West Region, US National Park Service (2001) Governor's Humanities Award for Excellence in Research and Publication, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (2004) CSU Vice-Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence (1995) CSU Vice Chancellor's Award for Research Excellence (1996) Dirk has supervised numerous postgraduate students and has been involved in significant research collaborations with institutions such as the US National Park Service, UNESCO, and the Pacific Islands Museums Association. He has conducted training workshops on conservation techniques and provided technical advice on cultural resource management across the Pacific and Alaska. His research has been supported by extensive publication output—over 400 peer-reviewed papers, 24 books, and 100+ technical reports—and he maintains active engagement with policy and public discourse through media contributions. He is also involved in external advisory roles for heritage preservation in the Marshall Islands and Palau. Dirk leads or contributes to research teams focused on sensory heritage, digital heritage, and heritage futures. His recent datasets and collaborative projects indicate an active research group exploring generative AI, urban cultural landscapes, and multisensory experiences. His work bridges academic research, professional practice, and public engagement, positioning him at the forefront of contemporary heritage studies.

Chiara SacconView profile

Professor

• Business Economics
• Financial Reporting
• International Accounting Standards (IFRS)
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Chiara Saccon is a Full Professor at the Venice School of Management of the Ca' Foscari University of Venice, specializing in Business Economics (ECON-06/A). She holds key administrative roles including Vice-Rector for International Relations, Member of the Observatory of Politics and International Relations (OPRI), and Member of the Senatorial Commission for Non-European Institutional Relations. Her expertise spans international accounting standards (IFRS), consolidated financial reporting, public management, and policing performance. Saccon is actively involved in EU-funded projects like Erasmus+ ICM programs promoting international academic mobility. Research Interests include supranational accounting regulation, digitalization in accounting, public sector accountability, and the impact of leadership on police wellbeing. She has published extensively in journals like Public Money & Management and International Journal of Human Resource Management . Teaching focuses on financial reporting, governance, and international accounting at both undergraduate and doctoral levels. Recent courses include 'Accountability, Governance and Regulation' and 'Financial Reporting.' Grants include multiple Erasmus+ projects (2015–present) and the EVLIA initiative supporting SME financing in Southeast Europe. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications in public administration and corporate finance. Labs/Teams : Research Institute for Innovation Management, contributing to studies on accounting theory and digital transformation in business education.