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Paul StricklandView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Ethnic restaurants
• Bhutanese studies
• Gastronomy
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Dr. Paul Strickland is a Senior Lecturer and Discipline Lead for Tourism, Hospitality, and Events at La Trobe University, with affiliations in both Bundoora (Australia) and Singapore. He holds a PhD in wine event stakeholders' research and has extensive industry experience across pubs, hotels, and international events. His academic roles include Editorial Board positions for journals like Cultural Heritage and Authenticity in Tourism and International Journal of Smart Business and Technology . Education: PhD (La Trobe University, 2012–2022), MA (La Trobe, 2010–2012), BBus in Hospitality Management (La Trobe, 1993–1995). He also completed a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (2023). Research focuses on ethnic restaurants , Bhutanese cultural studies , wine tourism marketing , and space tourism . Notable projects include Bhutan’s stray dog tourism impact analysis and OLT-funded simulation-based pedagogy initiatives. His work bridges industry practice and academia, emphasizing experiential learning and sustainable development. Teaching spans Tourism Simulation , Hospitality Management , and Wine Tourism Marketing . He has advised institutions like Melbourne Polytechnic and Box Hill Institute. Grants include the 2022 OLT grant for enhancing learning outcomes through simulations. Professional activities include editorial roles, media collaborations (e.g., Asia Rising Podcast on Bhutan tourism), and advisory positions for the Australian Consortium for Indonesian Studies. His research outputs span over 80 articles/books, with recent trends focusing on crisis management in events, smart technology adoption in hospitality, and Bhutanese student motivations.

Ingrid MoermanView profile

Professor

• Wireless Networking
• Cognitive Radio Networks
• Internet of Things
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Ingrid Moerman is a part-time Professor at Ghent University and a staff member at the Internet Technology and Data Science Lab (IDLab), a core research group of imec embedded within Ghent University and the University of Antwerp. She coordinates mobile and wireless networking research and leads a team of over 30 researchers at Ghent University, with extensive involvement in European and national funding initiatives. She received her Electrical Engineering degree (1987) and Ph.D. (1992) from Ghent University. Her research spans collaborative networks, cognitive radio, software-defined radio, IoT, LPWAN, and high-density wireless access, emphasizing experimentally-supported development of next-generation wireless systems with practical implementations in spectrum management and real-time control. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a strong pivot toward AI-integrated wireless networking, featuring OFDMA scheduling innovations, Wi-Fi 6/7 interference mitigation, and time-sensitive networking for industrial applications. Key trends include 5G/6G convergence, vehicular communication enhancements, and digital twin frameworks for network observability, reflecting her focus on mission-critical industrial use cases. Her accolades include: 9 Best Paper Awards 2 FWO Prizes (Research Foundation - Flanders) IMEC Prize of Excellence 2001 MSc Thesis Award (as promoter) Best Demo/Exhibit Award at ICT 2013 DARPA Spectrum Collaboration Challenge Prize ($750,000) She has coordinated major EU projects (FP7/H2020: CREW, WiSHFUL, eWINE, ORCA) with industry partners, securing substantial funding for experimental wireless research. Her grant portfolio emphasizes collaborative innovation in spectrum sharing and neutral-host architectures for multi-operator environments. At IDLab, she directs advanced wireless testbeds supporting real-world validation of technologies like openwifi and White Rabbit, with active experimentation in time-sensitive networking and spectrum collaboration for industrial IoT deployments.

Gilles-Maurice de SchryverView profile

Research Professor

• African Linguistics
• Bantu Corpus Linguistics
• Lexicography
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Gilles-Maurice de Schryver is a Research Professor of African Linguistics at Ghent University (since 2015) and an extraordinary professor at the University of Pretoria (since 2014). He holds an MSc in Microelectronic Engineering (1995), an MA (1999), and a PhD (2005) in African Languages and Cultures. His research focuses on Bantu corpus linguistics Lexicography (specializing in Swahili, Northern Sotho, Zulu, Xhosa) Artificial intelligence applications in dictionary-making Digital language technology for African languages His recent work examines the intersection of large language models (LLMs) and lexicography, including studies on Swahili corpus evolution (1999-2024) Epistemic modality in Swahili AI-driven translation equivalents Dictionary user behavior analysis Scientific contributions include Award-winning dictionaries for Northern Sotho, Zulu, and Xhosa (Oxford University Press) Leadership as past President of Afrilex (2009-2013) and EURALEX (2018-2021) Founding member of the African Language Technology group Co-facilitator of Americalex-S and Chair of Globalex

• disability studies
• inclusive education
• children's rights
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Dr. Silke Daelman is a faculty researcher at University of Ghent (UGent) specializing in inclusive education and disability studies . Her work focuses on pedagogical encounters with vulnerable children, particularly those with disabilities and immigrant backgrounds. PhD in disability-inclusive education Collaborates with Prof. Elisabeth De Schauwer and Prof. Geert Van Hove Uses creative/research-creation methods Research interests center on: Disrupting ability/disability binaries Emergent listening practices Counter-narratives in education Border pedagogy Children's rights and belonging Ethical family-educator collaboration Her publications reveal a consistent focus on qualitative research (2019-2025) examining how educational systems engage with marginalized students through three key lenses: pedagogical support (2019-2023), creative methodologies (2020-2024), and disability narratives (2021-2025). She employs collaborative approaches like collective biography and research-creation practices to explore classroom dynamics and systemic barriers.

FRANCESCA PAZZAGLIAView profile

Professor

• Spatial Cognition
• Environmental Psychology
• Spatial Learning
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Francesca Pazzaglia is a Professor at the University of Padua, specializing in spatial cognition, environmental psychology, and the interplay between spatial abilities and environmental design. Her research focuses on wayfinding, aging-related spatial challenges, biophilic design, and the restorative effects of natural environments. She has extensively studied gender differences in spatial navigation, the impact of technology (e.g., GPS) on environmental knowledge, and dementia-friendly architectural guidelines. Her work bridges cognitive psychology with practical applications in healthcare and urban planning. Key research areas include: Restorative environments and their physiological/psychological benefits Spatial learning in virtual and real-world settings Design of healthcare and residential facilities for aging populations Gender and personality influences on navigation behaviors Recent studies highlight the role of nature exposure in improving cognitive performance, the efficacy of therapeutic gardens for dementia patients, and the psychological impacts of lockdowns during the pandemic. Pazzaglia collaborates internationally, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability in healthcare and urban development. Her research outputs include over 50 peer-reviewed articles, systematic reviews, and contributions to environmental certification criteria for health parks. While no formal awards are listed, her work is widely cited in environmental psychology and spatial cognition fields.

Wout WeijtjensView profile

Research Fellow

• Structural Health Monitoring
• Offshore Wind Turbines
• Fatigue Analysis
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Wout Weijtjens is a Research Fellow at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, affiliated with the Acoustics & Vibration Research Group in Applied Mechanics. His research focuses on structural health monitoring (SHM) of offshore wind turbines, fatigue analysis, and vibration-based damage detection using advanced signal processing and machine learning techniques. Current projects include FIRMEST (fatigue assessment of offshore wind turbine substructures) and FOOS (Forced Oscillations in turbines). His research interests span: Operational modal analysis for offshore structures Machine learning applications in SHM Fatigue life prediction under environmental variability Sensor networks for infrastructure monitoring Wind turbine dynamics under harsh conditions Recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on developing predictive maintenance frameworks through multivariate sensor data analysis, uncertainty quantification in SHM systems, and validation of computational models against full-scale field measurements. Article trends emphasize machine learning integration with physical models for improved fatigue life assessment. Awards and recognitions include: Best Paper Award (2nd place, 2022) Poster Award (2017) Solvay Award (2015) As principal investigator on multiple grants including VLADBC7 and VLADBC9 projects, he supervises PhD candidates in vibration-based SHM and leads experimental validation at OWI-Lab's Large Climate Chamber. His team develops IoT monitoring solutions for civil infrastructure through the SMART TOWERS initiative.

• Management and Organization Studies (MOS)
• Equity and Inclusion in Organizations
• Indigenous Community-Owned Organizations
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Professor Leanne Cutcher is a distinguished academic in the University of Sydney Business School's Department of Management and Organization Studies. She holds a BA(Hons) from UNSW and a PhD from the University of Sydney. Her research focuses on equity, inclusion, and hybrid organizational practices in Indigenous and alternative organizations, including co-operatives and social enterprises. Key areas include age identities, organizational commemoration, and the intersection of Indigenous knowledge with business strategies. She leads an ARC-funded project (2023–2025) examining hybrid strategies in Indigenous organizations and collaborates with the Dilin Duwa Centre for Indigenous Business Leadership (University of Melbourne). Her work bridges profit and non-profit sectors, with notable contributions to studies on age dynamics, workplace inclusion, and memory practices in organizations such as firefighting agencies. Professor Cutcher supervises doctoral students exploring Indigenous entrepreneurship, organizational governance in sports, and coal-mining communities' spatial justice. She has authored over 50 publications, including books on retail banking and co-operatives. Her awards include a Fellowship from the Royal Society of NSW and grants from the Australian Research Council. Her teaching and research emphasize reflexive methodologies and critical analyses of organizational practices, with a focus on marginalized groups and cultural intersections. Notable collaborations include work with the Country Fire Authority on commemoration practices and Vietnam-based social enterprises addressing stigma in health services.

Benton JonesView profile

Associate Professor

• Business Administration
• Operations Management
• Organizational Culture
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Dr. Benton Jones is Associate Professor of Business and Director of the Doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) program at Bryan College. He brings over a decade of manufacturing operations experience to his role, having progressed from student to faculty member at Bryan. His leadership includes serving as Chair of the Faculty Senate and coordinating multiple business programs. Education D.B.A., Anderson University G.C., Bryan College M.B.A., Bryan College B.S. Business Administration, Bryan College His research bridges business operations, organizational culture, and faith-based education frameworks. Recent publications focus on pedagogical innovations in management education, diversity training efficacy, and biblical organizational models. Jones has presented internationally on topics including faith integration in business curricula and experiential learning methodologies, including lectures at Romania's Emanuel University.

• Software Engineering
• Machine Learning Operations (MLOps)
• Cyber-Physical Systems
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Prof. Dr. Klaus Schmid is a Professor in the Department of Software Systems Engineering at the University of Hildesheim, part of the Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Economics, and Computer Science. His research focuses on Machine Learning Operations (MLOps), software product lines, adaptive systems, and variability modeling. He leads projects such as EXPLAIN and ReGaP, emphasizing explainable AI and industrial MLOps integration. His work addresses challenges in Cyber-Physical Production Systems (CPPS), including data management, model calibration, and domain knowledge integration. Key research interests include MLOps architecture design, variability modeling transformations (e.g., UVL to IVML), and incremental verification techniques for software product lines. He has published extensively in venues like IEEE ETFA, IEEE Software, and SPLC conferences. Notable achievements include a Best Paper Award for work on control patterns in self-adaptive systems. Collaborations with industry partners highlight his focus on bridging academic research and practical industrial applications. Prof. Schmid’s contributions extend to tool development, such as EASy-Producer for variability-aware software ecosystems, and frameworks for environment modeling in adaptive systems. His research addresses both foundational challenges (e.g., syntax-preserving slicing) and applied topics like MLOps platform comparisons and industrial case studies in Industry 4.0.

Montserrat Celdran CastroView profile

Associate Professor

• Psychogerontology
• Aging Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
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Montserrat Celdran Castro is an Associate Professor at the University of Barcelona's Faculty of Psychology, affiliated with the Department of Cognition, Development and Educational Psychology. She specializes in Psychogerontology, focusing on aging processes and societal roles of older adults. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches to study late-life development, intergenerational relationships, and elderly social inclusion. Education: Holds a Degree in Psychology (2002) and a Doctorate in Educational Psychology (2008) from the University of Barcelona. Research focuses on active aging, mental health in later life, LGBTQ+ elderly care, and technology use among seniors. She leads projects funded by the Catalan Government (AGAUR) and the Spanish Ministry of Science. Research projects include examining barriers faced by LGBTQ+ elderly in care settings, dementia caregiver experiences, and proactive participation through blogging. She co-authored books on adult development and aging, and has published in journals like Sexualities and International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health . Teaching roles include courses on Developmental Psychology (Undergraduate) and Master's programs on Normal/Pathological Cognitive Aging and Social Gerontology. She co-directs the GIDPsiDe educational innovation group focusing on developmental psychology teaching methods. Engaged in civic activities as patron of the Fundació Amics de la Gent Gran and member of EIMA, addressing elderly mistreatment and social exclusion. Her work bridges academic research with societal impact through policy advocacy and community engagement.

• Human-Machine Interaction (HMI)
• Augmented Reality (AR)
• Virtual Reality (VR)
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Overview ASSILA Ahlem is a Researcher-Lecturer at CESI, specializing in Human-Machine Interaction (HMI), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR). She holds a PhD in Computer Science from Université de Valenciennes (2016) and a postdoctoral position at Institut Image ARTS ET METIERS PARISTECH (2017). Her research focuses on usability evaluation, digital twin technology, and BIM-integrated XR systems. She has supervised multiple engineering and master’s projects, including AR application development for network management. Research Contributions Developed frameworks for integrating subjective/objective usability metrics using ISO standards Proposed maturity models for BIM-based AR/VR systems Explored digital twin applications in manufacturing and construction industries Education & Responsibilities Teaches computer science at all engineering levels (L1-M2) at CESI Reims, including algorithmics, HMI design, and project-based learning. Served as pilot for engineering program cycles (2017–2020). Active in organizing international conferences (e.g., HCI 2020, Flexible Automation 2018) and peer review for journals like IJISE and IEEE VR. Awards & Recognition No specific awards listed, but recognized for contributions to HCI and industry-relevant research. Advising & Grants Supervised over 10 student projects including PFEs and internships. Actively participates in jury panels for engineering thesis defenses and academic promotions across multiple institutions. Labs & Collaborations Member of the CESI Chair for Industry and Services of Tomorrow, focusing on technology integration in construction and manufacturing sectors.

Carol J. SmithView profile

Academic

• Artificial Intelligence
• User Experience (UX)
• Ethical AI
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Carol J. Smith is an Adjunct Instructor at Carnegie Mellon University's Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) and a Research Scientist at the Software Engineering Institute (SEI). She focuses on improving the design of AI/ML systems through UX and HCI methods to build trustworthy technologies. Her work emphasizes ethical AI, user trust, and human-AI collaboration. Research Interests: Trustworthy AI systems Ethical design of AI User experience (UX) in AI development Bias mitigation in machine learning Human-AI teaming frameworks Awards: 2023: Listed among 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics™ 2021–2025: ACM Distinguished Speaker Labs/Teams: Software Engineering Institute (SEI) HCII's AI Ethics and Trustworthiness Research Group

• Computational Social Science
• Ethical AI
• Algorithmic Decision Making
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Maria Y. Rodriguez is a Principal Research Scientist in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University at Buffalo's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, with affiliate appointments at the Gender Institute and Digital Scholarship Studio and Network. Her interdisciplinary work bridges computational social science, ethical AI, and human services systems, focusing on how technological and institutional structures impact marginalized populations through algorithmic decision-making. Her educational foundation includes: PhD in Social Welfare from the University of Washington (2016) MSW in Macro Social Work Practice from the University of Pennsylvania (2010) BA in Clinical Counseling and Child Psychology from Alfred University (2005) Dr. Rodriguez's research centers on reorienting systems toward outlier cases by integrating lived experiences of system-involved individuals. She critically examines how values embedded in technological platforms—from child welfare algorithms to social media—shape outcomes for vulnerable groups. Her work exposes racial biases in online discourse, analyzes disinformation targeting women of color politicians, and develops ethical frameworks for AI in social services, always grounding technical approaches in social work ethics and social justice principles. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on algorithmic accountability in human systems, with 60% addressing social media dynamics, 40% examining housing/gentrification issues, and 100% incorporating mixed-methods approaches. Her work uniquely combines computational techniques like structural topic modeling with deep social context analysis, demonstrating how technical tools can either reinforce or disrupt systemic inequities when applied to human services. Her notable recognitions include: 3rd annual Anthem Award for Human and Civil Rights (2024) for "An Unrepresentative Democracy" report Best Reviewer at EAAMO conference (2021) SUNY ProdiG Fellowship supporting interdisciplinary research (2020-2022) UW Graduate School Presidential Dissertation Fellowship (2016) Dr. Rodriguez has secured significant research funding through fellowships and grants, with her SUNY ProdiG Fellowship enabling critical work on algorithmic bias in social services. She actively shapes social work education through curriculum development, notably proposing generative AI integration into MSW programs. Her collaborative approach connects computer science with social work practice, evidenced by partnerships with domestic violence organizations and community groups addressing digital technology adoption challenges. Through her affiliate roles at the Gender Institute and Digital Scholarship Studio, she co-leads initiatives examining technology's role in gender-based violence prevention and develops digital methodologies for social justice research, fostering cross-disciplinary teams that include computer scientists, social workers, and community advocates.

Michael GaidoschikView profile

Professor

• Mathematics Education
• Arithmetic Instruction in Primary Education
• Developmental Research on Part-Whole Concept of Numbers
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Michael Gaidoschik is a tenured full professor in Mathematics Education at the Faculty of Education, Free University of Bozen-Bolzano . He teaches courses on mathematics didactics for primary education (ages 5-12) and focuses on early arithmetic instruction, part-whole number concepts, and inclusive teaching methodologies. Office hours: Tuesday 13:00-14:00 Email: Michael.Gaidoschik@unibz.it His research addresses challenges in arithmetic instruction, particularly transitions from kindergarten to primary school , inclusive education strategies , and developmental approaches to number sense . He critiques traditional diagnostics like 'dyscalculia' and promotes didactic solutions for learning difficulties. Recent publication trends show emphasis on flexible decimal place value teaching , division conceptualization , metric system instruction , and interdisciplinary frameworks for mathematical learning barriers .

Geoffrey HeerenView profile

Professor

• Immigration Law
• Constitutional Law
• Civil Rights Law
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Geoffrey Heeren is a Professor of Law and Director of the Immigration Litigation and Appellate Clinic at the University of Idaho's College of Law. He holds a B.A. in American History from the University of Chicago, a J.D. from New York University School of Law, and an LL.M. in clinical education from Georgetown Law. Before joining Idaho, he directed the Immigration Law Clinic at Valparaiso University and previously worked at Legal Aid Chicago, focusing on immigration litigation, appellate advocacy, and civil rights. His research explores intersections of immigration law with constitutional history, crimmigration, administrative bureaucracy, and civil rights. Notable publications include analyses of historical legal frameworks (e.g., the Migration Clause), DACA employment rights, and refugee resettlement policies. He has also written extensively on deportation procedures, racialized criminalization in immigration law, and discovery rights in immigration courts. Heeren’s teaching emphasizes experiential learning through clinics, where students represent clients in immigration appeals and litigation. He has supervised over 100 students in federal appellate cases and detention hearings. His work bridges academic scholarship with direct legal advocacy, particularly for marginalized immigrant communities. Heeren has no listed scientific awards but is recognized for his clinical teaching excellence, having received distinction in clinical education during his LL.M. at Georgetown. His professional activities include legislative advocacy, legal writing on immigration policy, and interdisciplinary collaborations on human rights issues.