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Heather BachmanView profile

Professor

• Early Childhood Development
• Educational Psychology
• Child Development
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Heather Bachman, PhD, is a Professor of Health & Human Development and Associate Dean of Research at the University of Pittsburgh's School of Education. Her research focuses on early academic and social development, particularly in low-income families and children. She examines family and classroom processes, policy impacts, and home environments influencing math and spatial skills. Bachman leads federally funded projects, including the NSF-funded Parents Promoting Early Learning (PPEL) initiative and a longitudinal study on toddler math development. Her work integrates quantitative and qualitative methods, analyzing large datasets like the NICHD Study and ECLS-K cohorts. Research interests include early math education, screen time effects, spatial talk, and socioeconomic disparities. Her recent studies explore how parental interactions and home environments shape child outcomes. Bachman collaborates with community organizations and uses mixed-methods approaches to bridge research and practice. She has been funded by NICHD, NSF, Spencer Foundation, and others. Her grants include an NSF project launching in 2024 to follow toddler samples into elementary grades. While no explicit awards are listed, her extensive grants highlight her impactful contributions. Advising and grants emphasize policy-relevant research and community partnerships. She is affiliated with the Learning Research & Development Center (LRDC) and contributes to educational initiatives addressing early childhood equity.

Susan B. NeumanView profile

Professor

• Early Literacy Development
• Early Childhood Policy
• Curriculum Design
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Susan B. Neuman is a Professor of Childhood and Literacy Education at NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. Her research focuses on early literacy development, early childhood policy, and curriculum design, with a particular emphasis on children from low-income backgrounds. She previously served as U.S. Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education, where she established the Early Reading First program and developed the Early Childhood Educator Professional Development Program. Neuman holds a doctorate from the University of the Pacific. Her work integrates policy, practice, and research to address educational disparities. Key contributions include authoring books like Handbook of Early Literacy Research and Giving Our Children a Fighting Chance , which explore poverty's impact on literacy and information access. Her recent publications emphasize vocabulary development in early childhood, the role of educational media, and the intersection of socioeconomic status with language and literacy outcomes. Neuman advocates for systemic solutions to support disadvantaged learners through evidence-based interventions and policy reform.

Jennifer Hasselgard-RoweView profile

Research Fellow

• Human Rights Law
• International Humanitarian Law
• Substance Use Policy
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Dr. Jennifer Hasselgard-Rowe is a Research Fellow at the Global Health Centre, Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva, and serves as Executive Coordinator of the Geneva Platform on Human Rights, Health and Psychoactive Substances. She holds a PhD from the University of Melbourne (2017) and dual degrees in Law and Arts from the Australian National University. Her expertise spans human rights law, international humanitarian law, and substance use policy, with a focus on harm reduction and evidence-based public health practices. She has conducted extensive research on detention policies for drug users, particularly in Cambodia, and contributes to global drug policy reform through collaborative initiatives like the Geneva Platform. Education: PhD in Law and Public Health, University of Melbourne (2017) BA/LLB (Hons), Australian National University Research Focus: Jennifer’s work examines intersections of health, human rights, and international law, with notable contributions on drug policy reform, harm reduction strategies, and the rights of marginalized populations. Her research employs mixed methodologies, including qualitative studies on healthcare decision-making and cross-sectional analyses of public health trends. Key Contributions: Her publications address critical issues such as statin prescription in multimorbid patients, binge drinking among youth, and the economic impacts of female genital mutilation (FGM). She has also authored chapters on sustainable development’s implications for global health law, bridging legal frameworks and public health outcomes. She collaborates across disciplines, speaking six languages and working with organizations like the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent. Her roles emphasize translating research into policy advocacy, particularly in Geneva-based health and human rights forums.

Christine McCourtView profile

Professor

• Maternal and Child Health
• Women's Health
• Anthropology in Healthcare
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Christine McCourt is Professor of Maternal and Child Health at the School of Health and Medical Sciences, City, University of London, where she leads the Centre for Research in Maternal and Child Health. She teaches across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, including Midwifery and Public Health. Her research applies anthropological theory to Western healthcare, with a focus on maternity systems, women’s experiences, and institutional reform. PhD in Anthropology, London School of Economics (1986–1990) BA in Anthropology (1st Class), London School of Economics (1980–1983) Her research centers on maternal and child health, with key interests in maternity care organization, institutional change, ethnographic methodology, access to care, and cultural safety. She explores how healthcare systems shape experiences of childbirth, particularly for minority ethnic groups and underserved populations. Her work emphasizes patient-centered care, continuity models, and midwifery-led services. Her recent publications analyze group antenatal care, cervical ripening at home, self-monitoring of blood pressure in pregnancy, and access to midwife-led birth settings. These studies reflect a strong trend toward evaluating innovative, equitable, and community-based maternity care models using qualitative, mixed-methods, and realist research approaches. Managing Editor, Anthropology in Action Editorial Board Member, Birth ; BJOG Peer reviewer for BMJ , Social Science & Medicine , Midwifery , and others External reviewer for NIHR, ESRC, EU, and other research funders Christine supervises a large cohort of doctoral students and has led major research projects funded by NIHR, DoH, and the Scottish Chief Scientist Office. She has coordinated evaluations of midwifery continuity of care, birthplace policies, and group antenatal care models. Her work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration with institutions such as King’s College London, University of Stirling, and UCL. She leads the Centre for Research in Maternal and Child Health and has been instrumental in developing and evaluating the Pregnancy Circles model of group antenatal care. Her research team includes fellows and collaborators from across the UK and internationally, including Brazil and Portugal.

• Mathematics Education
• Teacher Preparation
• Multilingual Learners in Mathematics
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Kathryn B. Chval serves as Dean of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) College of Education and holds the rank of Professor of Mathematics Education. Her 32-year career spans leadership roles at institutions including the University of Missouri and the National Science Foundation (NSF). She specializes in teacher preparation for multilingual learners, curriculum standards, and systemic educational change. Chval has secured over $20 million in research funding, leading projects such as the Center for the Study of Mathematics Curriculum and initiatives focused on alternative teacher certification models. Education: Earned graduate degrees at UIC while working on NSF-funded curriculum projects. Leadership Roles: Former Joanne H. Hook Dean’s Chair in Educational Renewal at MU; Acting Section Head at NSF; Chair of NCTM Research Committee. Her research emphasizes equitable mathematics education for linguistically diverse students, with over 70 publications. Chval pioneered the Grand Challenges in Mathematics Education initiative to unify interdisciplinary research efforts. She has held executive roles in organizations like AERA and the National Academies of Sciences, focusing on STEM equity for English learners. Awards: NSF Early Career Award (2005), TODOS Equity Leadership Award (2018), and multiple recognitions for administrative excellence. Chval’s grants include collaborative studies on parent-child-teacher partnerships in math and systemic reforms for under-resourced schools. She directs the UIC College of Education’s strategic initiatives in diversity, global engagement, and academic program innovation.

Silvina Andrea MontrulView profile

Professor

• Second Language Acquisition
• Bilingualism
• Heritage Language Acquisition
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Silvina Andrea Montrul is a Professor in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese and the Department of Linguistics at the University of Illinois. She is affiliated with multiple academic units including the Lemann Center for Brazilian Studies, Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, and Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies. PhD in Linguistics from McGill University Masters in English from University of Cincinnati Bachelor’s degree from Argentina Her research focuses on Second Language Acquisition , Bilingualism , and Heritage Language Acquisition , examining theoretical issues in interlanguage and bilingual grammars, linguistic selectivity in acquisition/loss, and connections between second language processes and historical language change. Recent articles explore Turkish heritage speakers, language attrition mechanisms, and structural priming effects. Grants include: NIH R03HD099491 (PI) - Validating language development measures NSF BCS-1431324 (Co-PI) - Cognitive differences in language processing NSF BCS-0917593 - Differential Object Marking in heritage languages NCSA Faculty Fellowship - Linguistic variation analysis Scientific awards include the 2024 L. Bloomfield Book Award and University Scholar recognition (2013). She previously served as Department Head (2010-2013, 2015-2016) and founded the University Language Academy for Children (2010-2018).

Renate Delucchi DanhierView profile

Researcher

• Psycholinguistics
• Comparative Linguistics
• Multilingualism
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Renate Delucchi Danhier is a researcher at the Faculty of Cultural Studies, Technical University of Dortmund, where she has held positions as Temporary Academic Councilor (2018–2026) and Research Assistant (2015–2018). She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Linguistics from Heidelberg University and an M.A. in German as a Foreign Language, Classical Archaeology, and Egyptology. Doctorate: Comparative Linguistics, Heidelberg University (2015) Master of Arts: German as a Foreign Language Philology, Classical Archaeology, Egyptology, Heidelberg University (2008) Her research focuses on psycholinguistics, multilingualism, bilingual education, language and cognition, and the role of language in inclusion. She investigates how linguistic structures affect perception, particularly in spatial and educational contexts. Her work often integrates eye-tracking methodologies and interdisciplinary collaboration, especially with Barbara Mertins. The 15 most recent publications reveal a strong trend in psycholinguistics, with emphasis on comparative analysis of German and Spanish, syntactic features in educational texts, and multilingual cognition. Her recent work extends into data visualization and diversity in cognition, showing a growing interest in humanistic data representation. She has contributed to significant interdisciplinary projects such as 'Psycholinguistic Foundations of Inclusion' and co-edited special issues on diversity in cognition. Renate Delucchi Danhier has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards. She has not listed any advisees or students. There is no information about labs or research teams she leads, but her collaborative publications suggest active participation in research groups focused on language, cognition, and education.

Mikki Meadows-OliverView profile

Clinical Professor

• Pediatric Nursing
• Global Health
• Environmental Health Equity
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Mikki Meadows-Oliver is a Clinical Professor and Assistant Dean for Pre-Licensure Programs at the New York University College of Nursing. She has over 25 years of experience in pediatric nursing and has held faculty positions at Yale University, Quinnipiac University, and the University of Connecticut prior to joining NYU. Her work spans clinical practice, education, and leadership in advancing pediatric and global health. PhD, University of Connecticut School of Nursing MSN, Yale University School of Nursing MPH, Yale University School of Public Health BA, Barnard College Her research and professional interests center on pediatric nursing, environmental health equity, maternal-child health, and culturally appropriate care for underserved and immigrant populations. She has conducted clinical work in Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, and Cape Town, South Africa, emphasizing global health outreach. Her scholarship addresses school-based health, asthma management, postpartum depression, and health disparities among vulnerable populations. Her recent publications focus on clinical case studies in pediatric primary care, covering conditions such as abdominal pain, bedwetting, burns, asthma, and behavioral issues, with a strong emphasis on diagnostic reasoning and evidence-based practice. She also contributes to nursing education through guidelines and preceptor development. Fellow, Alliance of Nurses for a Healthy Environment (2019) Henry K. Silver Memorial Award, National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (2017) Fellow, American Academy of Nursing (2014) Nightingale Award for Excellence in Nursing (2009) University of Connecticut’s 40 Under 40 Outstanding Graduates (2008) Meadows-Oliver has advised numerous nursing students and contributed to national nursing guidelines. She is a past president of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and serves as column editor for the Practice Guidelines Department of the Journal of Pediatric Health Care. Her leadership in nursing education includes program development and preceptor support. She has presented widely at national and international conferences and authored nearly 60 publications. Her work continues to shape pediatric nursing practice and education, particularly in underserved communities.

Venera BucurView profile

Associate Professor

• Social Work for the Elderly
• Parental Burnout
• Community Healthcare
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Prof. Dr. Venera Bucur is an Associate Professor at the Department of Social Assistance within the Faculty of Sociology and Psychology at the West University of Timișoara (UVT). Her research focuses on social work for the elderly, parental burnout, community healthcare, and child and family social assistance. She holds academic affiliations including the UVT secretariat and maintains a professional email address: venera.bucur@e-uvt.ro. Her work integrates clinical sociology and medical social services, with a particular emphasis on maternal and child health, family planning, and institutional care for vulnerable populations. Her research interests span a broad spectrum: from analyzing elderly care in institutional settings to addressing parental mental health during crises like the pandemic. She has contributed to studies on bullying's societal impacts and drug policy from human rights perspectives. Her cross-disciplinary approach bridges social work, public health, and clinical practice. Recent publications highlight her focus on pandemic-era behavioral changes, maternal mental health, and resilience in marginalized groups. While no formal awards are listed, her extensive contributions to social medicine and family planning reflect significant scholarly engagement. She advises on social assistance programs and collaborates with NGOs like BCUT, though specific grant details are not provided.

Ataur BelalView profile

Professor

• Social and Environmental Accounting
• Sustainability Accounting
• NGO Accountability
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Ataur Belal is a Professor of Accounting and Sustainability in the Department of Accounting at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. He joined in August 2022 after holding professorial and senior leadership roles at Aston and Sheffield Universities, including Head of Department and member of the Senior Management Team. His academic career spans institutions in the UK and Bangladesh, and he has held visiting positions at universities in Japan, Canada, France, Germany, and Colombia. His educational background includes a PhD from the University of Sheffield, an MBA from the University of Wales, Cardiff, and a B.Com. (Hons) and M.Com. from the University of Chittagong, Bangladesh. He is also a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Belal's research is centered on social and environmental accounting in emerging economies , particularly in Bangladesh, India, and Vietnam. His work explores NGO accountability with a focus on beneficiary accountability, and accounting for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He employs critical perspectives to challenge traditional accounting paradigms, advocating for accounting as a tool for broader social and environmental accountability rather than solely for shareholder wealth maximization. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in examining accountability mechanisms in NGOs, CSR reporting in developing contexts, and the role of accounting in sustainability transitions. His work often involves qualitative, case-based, and critical discourse approaches, published in top journals such as Accounting, Auditing and Accountability Journal , Journal of Business Ethics , and Financial Accountability & Management . Belal has secured major international research funding from the British Council, British Academy, and CIMA. He has editorial experience as former Editor of Advances in Environmental Accounting and Management , Associate Editor of Accounting Forum , and editorial board member for several leading journals. He is also a grant review expert for ESRC and British Council and a member of the UKRI peer review college. He has supervised nine PhD students to completion and integrates his research into teaching, particularly in sustainability accounting. He has taught internationally, including at Kobe University, Japan, and engages with professional bodies and policymakers, notably influencing green banking guidelines in Bangladesh through his research.

Gudrun KlinkerView profile

Professor

• Industrial Augmented Reality
• Sensing
• Ubiquitous Tracking (Sensor Fusion)
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Overview Prof. Gudrun Klinker is a Professor at Technische Universität München (TUM), leading the Chair of Computer Science Applications in Medicine & Augmented Reality. She holds a PhD from Carnegie-Mellon University and has extensive experience in academia and industry, including roles at Digital Equipment Corporation and Fraunhofer Institute. Affiliations Professor (C3/W2) since 2000 Head of the FAR (Augmented Reality) research group Member of the CAMP (Computer Aided Medical Procedures) interdisciplinary team Research Dr. Klinker specializes in augmented reality (AR) with focuses on industrial applications, sensor fusion, 3D interaction, and healthcare integration. Her work bridges computer science with medical and industrial challenges, emphasizing user-centric design and real-world deployment. Key projects include: AR-based maintenance systems for complex machinery Healthcare applications like serious games for nutrition education VR/AR training environments for medical and aerospace domains Awards and Recognition Robert Sauer Prize (2010) for contributions to Bavarian science ISMAR Lasting Impact Award (2014) for influential AR research Teaching and Mentorship Prof. Klinker teaches courses on 3D user interfaces, AR fundamentals, and game design. She advises students in thesis projects, focusing on AR applications, HCI, and medical computing. Labs and Collaborations Her research is supported by partnerships with industry and institutions, leveraging TUM's interdisciplinary environment to advance AR/VR systems for real-world impact.

Joshua WilsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Writing Education
• Educational Technology
• Automated Writing Evaluation
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Dr. Joshua Wilson is an Associate Professor in the School of Education at the University of Delaware, specializing in improving writing instruction through automated evaluation systems. His research focuses on leveraging technology to enhance teaching and learning, particularly in K-12 settings, and he has secured over $3.4 million in grants from federal, foundation, and industry sponsors. He coordinates the M.Ed. in Exceptional Child and Youth program and teaches courses on elementary special education methods. Education: Ph.D. in Special Education (University of Connecticut, 2014), M.S. in Special Education (Southern Connecticut State University, 2005), B.A. in Religion (Wesleyan University, 2000). Professional Experience: Joined University of Delaware in 2014 as Assistant Professor, promoted to Associate Professor in 2020. His research interests include automated writing evaluation systems, formative assessment, and the intersection of technology with writing pedagogy. He has published in top journals such as Computers & Education and sits on the editorial boards of Gifted Child Quarterly and Journal of Educational Psychology . Recent grants include a $1.49M project on Efficacy of “MI Write” Automated Writing Evaluation (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, 2020) and a $399,999 study on researcher-practitioner partnerships in writing assessment (U.S. Department of Education, 2017–2021). Awards: 2019 Gerard J. Mangone Young Scholars Award (Social Sciences/Humanities), 2017 Dean’s Faculty Research Award, 2015 Harris Kahn Dissertation Award. Wilson’s work emphasizes the practical application of AI tools to address writing proficiency gaps and improve educational outcomes for diverse student populations.

Amy LutzView profile

Associate Professor

• Education
• Families
• Immigration
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Amy Lutz is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Her affiliations include Women's and Gender Studies, Asian-Asian American Studies, and Latino-Latin American Studies. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from SUNY Albany (2002) and a B.A. in Sociology from Boston College (1994). Her research focuses on education, families, immigration, and racial inequalities, with emphasis on immigrant children's experiences, pandemic impacts on caregiving, and global migration patterns. Recent work includes Mothering in the Time of Coronavirus (2025) analyzing caregiving challenges during pandemics and studies on Ukrainian refugee students in Poland. She has secured grants from the Russell Sage Foundation and National Science Foundation for projects like 'Immigrants and Children of Immigrants in the U.S. Military' and pandemic-related studies. Teaching responsibilities include courses on sociology of families, racial inequalities, and immigration. She actively serves on committees like the Maxwell Citizenship and Civic Engagement Major and the DACA/Undocumented Students Task Force. Her media engagements include commentary on language retention among immigrants.

Stefanie KeulenView profile

Professor

• Neurology and Language Disorders
• Aphasia Research
• Cerebellar Function in Speech
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Stefanie Keulen is a Professor at the Brussels Center for Language Studies, Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). Her research focuses on neurolinguistics, aphasia, and cerebellar contributions to language. She holds a PhD in Linguistics and Literature (2017) and a Master's in Semantics and Down Syndrome (2013). Her work explores speech disorders, bilingual language processing, and neurorehabilitation techniques like tDCS. She leads projects on Primary Progressive Aphasia and cerebellar dysfunction, with funding from grants like FWOWO44 and CONI822. Awards include the Guillaume Duflou Prize (2017) and I. Vanderschuerenprijs (2022). She advises students like Silke Coemans and Paolo Savieri, and collaborates internationally on studies involving Greek-Turkish bilingualism and pediatric language disorders. Her 43+ publications span journals like The Cerebellum and Journal of Alzheimer's Disease Reports . She actively participates in conferences and media engagements, explaining topics like Foreign Accent Syndrome and stuttering research. Education: PhD (2017), Master's (2013) Affiliations: Brussels Center for Language Studies, VUB Grants: FWOWO44, FWOTM1214, BASGO3 Labs/Teams: BCLS Research Group, Primary Progressive Aphasia Network

• South Asian Studies
• Urdu Language and Literature
• Hindi Language and Culture
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Ilaria Graziani is a Contract Lecturer in the Department of Asian and North African Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, where she teaches Urdu Language 1 and Urdu Language 2 within the Bachelor’s program in Languages, Cultures, and Societies of Asia and Mediterranean Africa. She has been actively involved in teaching Urdu language and literature since 2007 and continues to contribute to academic instruction as of the 2024/2025 academic year. Her educational background includes a degree with honors in Oriental Languages and Civilizations from Ca' Foscari University, with a specialization in Hindi language, literature, and culture from a philosophical-religious perspective. She also completed a research stay at the Bodleian Library, Oxford University, in 2005–2006, and has conducted multiple study visits to the Indian subcontinent for linguistic and cultural research. Her research interests span Urdu and Hindi linguistics, South Asian literature (particularly Partition literature), and cultural studies of the Indian subcontinent. She has also developed a strong parallel expertise in holistic child wellness, naturopathy, and flower essence therapy. The available publications reflect a focus on Urdu grammar, literary analysis of Partition narratives, and translations of modern Indian poets such as Ali Sardar Ja'fri and Rabindranath Tagore. These works demonstrate a consistent engagement with South Asian literary and cultural expression, combining linguistic rigor with humanistic insight. She has been a member of the scientific committee for the journal Smerilliana - I poeti di Smerilliana since 2011 and has presented at seminars on Bach flower remedies and child wellness. Her professional experience includes intercultural education projects in Italian middle schools and linguistic consultancy for cultural mediators. Ilaria Graziani also teaches naturopathy and flower essence courses at the Rudy Lanza Institute and has organized creative and wellness workshops for children and families. Her interdisciplinary profile bridges academic scholarship in South Asian studies with practical applications in natural education and child development.