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Lena HenrikssonView profile

Researcher

• Structural Biology
• Biochemistry
• Medicinal Chemistry
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Lena Henriksson is a researcher and education coordinator at Uppsala University's Department of Basic Biology, with dual expertise in structural biology and gender studies. Her affiliations span scientific and humanities disciplines, reflecting interdisciplinary research interests. Academic Role: Education Coordinator, Department of Basic Biology Research Focus: Structural biology of mycobacterial enzymes and gendered narratives in media/literature Contact: lena.henriksson@ibg.uu.se Research Interests Henriksson's work in structural biology centers on enzyme inhibition mechanisms in Mycobacterium tuberculosis , particularly targeting isoprenoid biosynthesis pathways through crystallographic studies and medicinal chemistry. Simultaneously, she explores gender dynamics in Swedish media and literature, focusing on: Single parenthood representations in journalism Motherhood narratives across fiction and life writing Gender equality discourse in parenting guides Relational masculinities in literary analysis Publications Her scholarly output bridges biochemical research (2011 studies on fosmidomycin analogues) and contemporary gender theory (2021-2025 publications on parenting, reproduction, and narrative analysis). Key themes include: Biochemical drug design targeting bacterial enzymes Media framing of lone parents and co-parenting Discursive tensions between biological/normative motherhood Visual documentation in preschool pedagogy Academic Contributions Henriksson has contributed to: Swedish feminist scholarship through book chapters Structural biology via X-ray crystallography studies Public discourse analysis across reproductive ethics, aging, and education

Barry StockerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Continental European Philosophy
• Political Philosophy
• Ethics
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Barry Stocker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Boğaziçi University, Istanbul, Turkey. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Sussex, UK, and maintains an active research profile in Continental European Philosophy, political philosophy, ethics, aesthetics, and the intersection of philosophy and literature. Ph.D., University of Sussex, UK His research interests span a broad spectrum of post-Kantian thought, with a particular focus on figures such as Kierkegaard, Derrida, Hegel, Foucault, Vico, and Joyce. He explores themes of deconstruction, ethical decision, sovereignty, literary judgment, and the philosophical dimensions of narrative and history. His work bridges analytic and continental traditions, especially in examining language, subjectivity, and political institutions. The recent publications reflect a consistent engagement with ethical universality and singularity, the role of literature in philosophical thought, and critical analyses of neoliberalism and republicanism. His scholarship demonstrates a deep interdisciplinary reach, connecting philosophy with literary theory, political economy, and historical consciousness. Barry Stocker has authored influential monographs including Philosophy of the Novel (2018), Kierkegaard on Politics (2014), and Derrida on Deconstruction (2006). He has also co-authored and edited significant works such as Rousseau on Language and Jacques Derrida: Basic Writings . His articles appear in high-quality journals like Angelaki , Hegel Jahrbuch , and Journal of the British Society for Phenomenology . He serves as a Colloquium Coordinator, indicating active involvement in academic community building. While no formal advising or grant information is available, his extensive publications suggest a strong research trajectory and potential supervision of graduate students. He maintains regular office hours, underscoring his commitment to teaching and student engagement.

Daniel HeilView profile

Research Fellow

• Public Economics
• Federal Budget Policy
• Tax Policy
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Daniel Heil is a Policy Fellow (equivalent to Research Fellow) at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution , where his work concentrates on federal budget policy, tax policy, health-care reform, and antipoverty programs. He is an active member of the Healthcare Policy Working Group and the Fiscal Policy Initiative , and he served as Governor Jeb Bush’s economic-policy adviser during the 2016 presidential campaign. Education M.P.P. in Economics & American Politics, Pepperdine University Research Interests & Policy Focus Heil’s scholarship centers on replacing ineffective government interventions with market-oriented reforms that promote workforce participation and human-capital development. His analyses span the distributional effects of tax changes, the fiscal sustainability of Medicare and Social Security, the unintended consequences of universal basic income proposals, and the regulatory burden on e-business and telecommunications. Across more than one-hundred articles, op-eds, working papers, podcasts, and videos since 2020, Heil has consistently argued for greater transparency in Congressional Budget Office and Joint Committee on Taxation scoring, expansion of Health Savings Accounts as a vehicle for consumer-driven health care, and structural reforms to entitlement programs to avert long-run debt crises. Selected Research Teams & Collaborations Healthcare Policy Working Group, Hoover Institution Fiscal Policy Initiative, Hoover Institution Co-author network: John F. Cogan, Tom Church, Lanhee J. Chen, Joshua D. Rauh, Casey B. Mulligan, Benjamin Jaros, Andrew G. Biggs Impact & Outreach Heil’s writings have appeared in The Wall Street Journal , Health Affairs , Stat News , The Hill , Reason , Hoover Digest , and numerous PolicyEd short-form videos. His America Off Balance budget calculator invites citizens to explore trade-offs required for fiscal sustainability, translating complex economic analysis into accessible public engagement tools.

Nicholas DerzisView profile

Clinical Professor

• Corrections
• Career Development
• Disability Transition
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Nicholas Derzis serves as Clinical Professor and Program Coordinator for Rehabilitation & Disability Studies in Auburn University's Department of Special Education, Rehabilitation, and Counseling within the College of Education. Appointed in 2012, he maintains an active research and service profile focused on correctional rehabilitation and disability transitions. His educational foundation includes: B.S. in Human Services & Criminal Justice from Troy State University M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling from Auburn University Ph.D. in Rehabilitation and Special Education from Auburn University Dr. Derzis's research examines corrections systems through dual lenses of career development for incarcerated populations and school-to-adulthood transitions for individuals with disabilities. His work reveals persistent gaps in vocational programming for offenders, particularly regarding gender-specific needs in PREA implementation and generational differences in career thinking. Recent publications demonstrate methodological evolution from basic skills assessments (2010) toward sophisticated analyses of policy implementation (2022-2025). His publication trends show increasing specialization in female inmate experiences and cognitive career theory applications within correctional settings, with 5 of 12 articles published since 2022 focusing on PREA compliance and incarcerated students' career development. This trajectory indicates growing influence in correctional rehabilitation scholarship. Community engagement remains central to his work through active partnerships with the Alabama Department of Corrections, Youth Leadership Forum, and Transition Unlimited initiatives, reflecting commitment to translating research into practical rehabilitation programming.

Khoulood SakbaniView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Second Language Acquisition
• Curriculum Design
• Error Analysis
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Dr. Khoulood Sakbani is an Adjunct Professor in Liberal Arts & Sciences at Virginia Commonwealth University in Qatar, specializing in teaching Modern Standard Arabic and Syrian dialect to heritage and non-native learners. She holds a Ph.D. candidacy in Applied Linguistics from the University of Saint-Joseph in Beirut, with prior M.A. and B.A. degrees from Damascus University. Education: Ph.D. Candidate: Applied Linguistics, University of Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth M.A.: Teaching Arabic as a Second Language, Damascus University (2015) B.A.: Arabic Language & Literature, Damascus University (1996) Teaching Experience: Over 25 years of experience, including 15 years at Damascus University’s Higher Language Institute, coordinating study abroad programs like CASA and Flagship. Developed curricula for heritage learners and taught diplomacy Arabic at the British Council and American Embassy in Syria. Research Interests: Focuses on error analysis, writing skills in SLA, curriculum design, sociolinguistics, and Arabic cultural pedagogy. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical language education, particularly for heritage speakers. Professional Contributions: Authored multiple Arabic language textbooks for various proficiency levels, including Syrian dialect and cultural studies. Presented at international conferences such as BATA and Georgetown University Qatar on heritage language education challenges and Arabic pedagogy trends.

Alessandra PantanoView profile

Lecturer

• Representation Theory
• Unitary Duals of Reductive Groups
• Active Learning
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Alessandra Pantano is a Lecturer with Potential Security of Employment (PSOE) and the Assistant Vice Chair for Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Mathematics at the University of California, Irvine (UCI). She holds a PhD from Princeton University (2004) and an MS from the University of Tor Vergata, Italy (1999). Her research focuses on representation theory, particularly the unitary dual of real reductive groups. She is a leading advocate for active learning and inquiry-based learning (IBL) strategies, and has pioneered outreach initiatives like the UCI Math Circle and MATH CEO, which engage K-12 students in mathematics through culturally responsive practices. Her educational background includes postdoctoral research at Cornell University and visiting scholar roles at MIT. Teaching awards include the 2014 UCI Outstanding Contribution to Undergraduate Education Award and the 2002 Princeton Engineering Council Excellence in Teaching Award. She has taught a wide range of courses, from introductory calculus to advanced abstract algebra, consistently receiving high student evaluations. In outreach, Pantano emphasizes collaborative learning and mentorship, particularly for underserved Latinx youth. Programs like MATH CEO pair college mentors with middle/high school students to foster mathematical curiosity. Her work bridges university-community partnerships, aiming to democratize access to STEM education. Research Focus: Unitary representations of reductive groups, Atlas of Lie Groups project Teaching Philosophy: Active learning, IBL, and equity-centered pedagogy Outreach: UCI Math Circle, MATH CEO, and culturally responsive afterschool programs

Tina GriffinView profile

Associate Professor

• Bioengineering
• Pharmacy
• Health Informatics
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Tina Griffin is an Associate Professor and Information Services and Liaison Librarian at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), affiliated with the College of Medicine and College of Pharmacy. Her roles include supporting the Center for Clinical and Translational Science, Basic Medical Sciences, and the College of Pharmacy. She specializes in health informatics, data management, and bioengineering research. Her research interests span dermatological treatments (e.g., light therapy for atopic dermatitis), systemic inflammatory conditions, and the sustainability of research data management systems. She also explores opioid use in transplant recipients and peer support systems in substance use care. Her work often bridges library science with health sciences, addressing challenges in academic librarianship, virtual practicums, and the politics of citation. Key Research Areas : Data management, health informatics, dermatology, bioengineering, and academic library practices. Recent Trends : Focus on systemic inflammation, phototherapy advancements, and sustainable data infrastructure. Griffin has contributed to national summits on research data preservation and authored guides for bioinformatics tools like the NCBI. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and the role of librarians in shaping health science education and policy.

Wendy Eley JacksonView profile

Lecturer

• Basic Screenwriting
• Advanced Screenwriting for Television
• Contemporary Screenwriters
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Wendy Eley Jackson is a Lecturer in the Department of Film and Media Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She is also the Founder and Executive Producer of Auburn Avenue Films, leveraging over 30 years of experience in television and film production. Eley Jackson holds a B.A. in English Literature from UC Berkeley and an M.F.A. in Screenwriting from the University of Georgia. Her expertise spans screenwriting, documentary filmmaking, and addressing racial and gender dynamics in media. She has produced acclaimed projects like the PGA-winning documentary MAYNARD (Netflix), directed by Sam Pollard, and serves as an executive producer for documentaries such as Welcome to Pine Lake and CARTERLAND . Currently, she is filming projects like Counting The Ballots and PILGRIM: The Untold Story of MLK Jr. and Gandhi . As a educator, she teaches courses like Basic Screenwriting , Advanced Screenwriting for Television , and Crew Production . Her research interests include collaborative storytelling, documentary activism, and adapting literary works for film. She co-wrote the scripted limited series Ella & Marilyn and authored the screenplay 30 Days a Black Man: The Forgotten Story of Jim Crow , based on Bill Stiegerwald’s award-winning book. Wendy has received the Producers Guild Mark (PGA) for her work on MAYNARD and is recognized for curating content from Georgia to Hollywood. Her production company, Auburn Avenue Films, focuses on culturally impactful storytelling. Beyond academia, she is married to Maynard Holbrook Jackson III and is the mother of two children, Amber and Joshua.

• Social Justice
• Political Economy
• Market Order Analysis
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Raymond Plant is a scholar affiliated with the Institute for Political Studies (CIEP), known for his critical engagement with F.A. Hayek's theories on social justice and market orders. His work emphasizes the ethical imperative to satisfy basic human needs within a market system while rejecting broad redistributive claims under the banner of 'social justice.' Research Interests: Plant's work focuses on the intersection of political philosophy, market economics, and distributive ethics. He critiques Hayek's dismissal of social justice as a coherent concept while advocating for a safety-net approach to ensure fundamental needs are met. His scholarship bridges neoliberal theory with normative ethical frameworks. Award Recognition: No specific awards mentioned in the provided text. Professional Contributions: Plant's ideas have been highlighted in academic volumes such as The Idea of the Good Society (2025), a festschrift celebrating his intellectual contributions. His writings are foundational to contemporary debates on justice within free-market systems.

Virginia CriscoView profile

Professor

• Composition and Rhetoric
• Literacy Pedagogy
• Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
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Dr. Virginia (Ginny) Crisco is a Professor in the Department of English at California State University, Fresno, where she Co-Directs the first-year writing program and teaches literacy and composition pedagogy. Her research focuses on intersections of literacy, rhetoric, and pedagogy across classroom and community contexts. PhD in English with specialization in Rhetoric and Composition from University of Nebraska, Lincoln MA in English with concentration in Composition Theory from California State University, Fresno BA in English from California State University, Fresno AA in Liberal Studies from Fresno City College Research Interests center on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in writing classrooms, activist literacy, ethnographic pedagogies, and institutional critique. She explores how alternative discourses challenge standardized English instruction and how civic engagement can be integrated into composition curricula. Article Trends show a progression from early work on ethnographic approaches in basic writing (2001) to UDL implementation (2019) and recent secondary curriculum innovations (2023). Key themes include disability studies , social justice , literacy equity , and neoliberalism's impact on public writing . Contact: vcrisco@csufresno.edu

• Creative Writing
• Fiction
• Gothic Thriller
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Greg Belliveau is an Instructor in the Department of English at Capital University, where he teaches writing courses including Basic Writing, Academic Writing, and UC 320: Seeds of Romanticism. He holds an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from Pacific University and both an M.A. and B.A. in English from Kent State University. His research and creative interests span creative writing , fiction , gothic thrillers , dystopian science fiction , and creative nonfiction with theological themes . His work often explores identity, grace, technology, and existential questions through narrative. His recent publications show a consistent trend in speculative and spiritually reflective literature, blending genre fiction with deep philosophical inquiry. From gothic suspense in Blood Clan to the technological mythos of the IMAGO series, his writing merges imaginative storytelling with ethical and metaphysical exploration. Scientific and Literary Awards: Christopher Isherwood Foundation Grant Christy Award Finalist for Best First Novel ( Go Down To Silence ) Greg Belliveau advises student writers through his teaching, though no formal advisees are listed. He has received grant support for his creative work, notably the Isherwood grant. No additional grants or funded projects are mentioned in the provided text. There is no mention of labs, research teams, or collaborative research groups associated with his profile.

• Law and Psychiatry
• Violence Risk Assessment
• Mental Health Policy
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Madelon Baranoski is a Professor of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine with extensive experience in forensic psychiatry and mental health law. Her work spans across the Connecticut Mental Health Center and the Alert and Critical Incident Support Team (ACIST), where she contributes to critical incident response and mental health policy development. She holds a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania (1982), an MSN from Yale University School of Nursing (1974), and a BSN from the University of Maryland, Walter Reed Army Institute (1969). PhD - University of Pennsylvania (1982) MSN - Yale University School of Nursing (1974) BSN - University of Maryland, Walter Reed Army Institute (1969) Professor Baranoski's research focuses on the intersection of law and psychiatry, with particular emphasis on violence risk assessment, mental health policy, and criminal justice reform. Her work explores how mental health systems interact with legal frameworks, especially regarding dangerousness evaluations, emergency interventions, and diversion programs for individuals with co-occurring disorders. She has made significant contributions to understanding risk management protocols and developing clinical assessment tools for forensic settings. Her research bridges clinical practice with policy implications, addressing critical gaps in how mental health services interface with legal systems. Her publication record over three decades demonstrates consistent focus on forensic psychiatry applications. Recent work examines extreme risk protection orders and community consultation protocols during emergencies, while earlier publications established foundational work in violence prediction and dangerousness assessment. The trajectory shows evolution from basic risk assessment methodologies to complex policy interventions involving multiple systems of care. Her research consistently addresses the practical implementation challenges of mental health laws and their real-world impact on vulnerable populations. As a senior faculty member at Yale School of Medicine, Professor Baranoski has contributed to numerous collaborative research projects, often working with interdisciplinary teams spanning psychiatry, law, and public health. Her institutional affiliations with the Connecticut Mental Health Center have provided a practical setting for implementing and evaluating forensic psychiatric services within community mental health systems.

• Social Entrepreneurship
• Gender Inequalities
• Societal Impact
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Akshita Chembolu serves as a Lecturer in the Applied Economics Section of the Department of Economics at Utrecht University School of Economics. She teaches and coordinates courses including Economics of Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Organization, Intermediate Microeconomics, Mathematics for Economists, and Macroeconomics I, with additional experience in academic writing and research skills instruction. Her educational background features a Research Master's degree in Multidisciplinary Economics from Utrecht University School of Economics and a bachelor's degree with honors from India's Jindal School of Governance and Public Policy. During her master's studies, she held research and student assistant roles. Chembolu's research centers on social entrepreneurship dynamics, specifically examining gender gaps, prosocial motivations, and compassion-driven decision-making networks. She aims to develop mixed-methods approaches to analyze how altruism influences entrepreneurial ecosystems for local and regional societal impact, operating under the Entrepreneurship section within Utrecht University School of Economics. Her recognized achievements include: Utrecht Excellence Scholarship - LEGITS (2020-2022) She actively contributes to course coordination and pedagogical development while pursuing her Basic Qualification for Higher Education (BKO). Her research assistantship produced the collaborative publication "Thinking Bigger: How ambitious is the Dutch entrepreneur?" with TechLeap, extending into analyses of gender inequalities in social entrepreneurship as reflected in her master's dissertation.

• Curriculum Studies
• Teacher Education
• Educational Policy
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Liisa Hakala serves as a University Lecturer in the Department of Educational Sciences at the University of Helsinki, where she actively contributes to teacher education and curriculum studies. She holds supervisory roles in two doctoral programs: the Doctoral Program in Gender, Culture and Society Studies and the Doctoral Program in School, Education, Society and Culture, demonstrating her significant involvement in advanced academic training. Dr. Hakala's research interests center on curriculum studies, teacher education, educational policy, and gender studies in education. Her work examines how curricula shape educational practices and how teachers relate to curriculum documents in their professional work. She investigates historical dimensions of Finnish curriculum development while exploring contemporary challenges in educational reform and implementation at the school level. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on Finnish curriculum thought, with particular attention to the relationship between teachers and curriculum documents. Her research spans from foundational theoretical work on curriculum analysis to practical applications in primary education settings. The publications demonstrate interdisciplinary connections between educational sciences, gender studies, and policy analysis, with increasing attention to historical perspectives in curriculum development. As an active academic supervisor, Hakala guides doctoral students through the Doctoral Program in Gender, Culture and Society Studies and the Doctoral Program in School, Education, Society and Culture. Her project portfolio includes significant research initiatives such as 'Opettajan opetussuunnitelmasuhde' (Teacher-Curriculum Relationship, 2015-2018), which she led, and 'Confusion in curriculum studies' (2014-2017), focusing on historical awareness in teacher education. Dr. Hakala's academic activities extend to conference participation, editorial work, and research collaboration. Her scholarly work appears across various publication formats including journal articles, book chapters, and edited volumes, with notable contributions to understanding Finnish curriculum development and implementation challenges in educational settings.

• Irish and Irish-American literature
• Multi-ethnic American literature
• Gender studies and women writers
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Patricia Keefe Durso is Associate Professor of English in the Department of Literature, Languages, Writing, and Humanities at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) and concurrently serves as Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. A University Honors Academy Writing Fellow, she has taught writing and literature at FDU, George Washington University, Rutgers, and Montclair State. Education: Ph.D. in English, George Washington University M.Phil., George Washington University M.F.A. in Creative Writing, Fairleigh Dickinson University M.A. in English, George Washington University B.A., Douglass College, Rutgers University Research & Teaching Focus: Durso’s scholarship bridges Irish and Irish-American literature, multi-ethnic U.S. writing, gender studies, and digital approaches to narrative. Her publications examine transatlantic suffrage networks, the construction of memory in fiction, and the impact of digital media on canon formation. In the classroom she integrates technology with traditional literary study, offering courses from basic composition to cross-cultural and contemporary American literature. Recent Publications Trend: Across journal articles, book chapters, and creative work from 2002-2018, Durso consistently interrogates how marginalized voices—especially Irish, Irish-American, and multi-ethnic women writers—negotiate identity, memory, and political agency within evolving literary and digital landscapes.