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• Leadership
• Workplace Relationships
• Workplace Emotions
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Haoying (Howie) Xu is an Assistant Professor of Management at the School of Business, Stevens Institute of Technology. Her research focuses on leadership dynamics, workplace relationships, and emotions, with publications in top-tier journals like Journal of Applied Psychology and Journal of Management . She holds a PhD in Management from the University of Illinois Chicago. Her work bridges academic rigor and practical insights, featured in outlets like Harvard Business Review and Fortune. Education: PhD (2022), University of Illinois Chicago – Organizational Behavior/Human Resource Management Research Interests: Leadership duality (e.g., ethical vs. abusive leadership) Social comparisons in LMX relationships Emotional dynamics in workplace interactions Awards: 2023: Best Reviewer Award (AOM OB Division) 2023: Vice-provost’s Teaching Excellence Commendation 2020: Chicago Consular Corps Award Professional Activities: Serving on Stevens’ University Curriculum Committee Active membership in AOM, SIOP, and SMA Courses Taught: BT 330: Social Psychology and Organizational Behavior (Undergraduate) MGT 689: Organizational Behavior and Design (Graduate)

Julia LanzlView profile

Researcher

• Digital Work
• Digital Responsibility
• Organizational Digitalization
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Dr. Julia Lanzl serves as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Hohenheim’s Department of Digital Management within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences. She is also a member of the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Information Technology (FIT), specifically its Business and Information Systems Engineering branch, and co-heads the Research Institute for Information Management (FIM). Her work bridges research, teaching, and practice, focusing on digital work (including hybrid work, digital leadership) and digital responsibility (digital stress, inclusion). Dr. Lanzl holds a doctorate summa cum laude from the University of Hohenheim (2021) and a degree in law and economics from the University of Augsburg. Her research employs quantitative methods (e.g., structural equation modeling) and qualitative approaches (e.g., interviews), alongside design science. She has published in top journals like Business & Information Systems Engineering and conferences such as the International Conference on Information Systems, and serves as a reviewer and guest editor. Her research aims to empower organizations to leverage digitalization’s potential while fostering human-centered work designs. Key areas include technostress mitigation, hybrid work dynamics, and ethical digital leadership. Awards include the Südwestmetall Award (2021) and the Hohenheim Teaching Award (2022). Research Focus: Digital Work, Technostress, Human-Centered Design Key Projects: “Healthy Digital Work” studies, prevention of digital stress in SMEs Teams: Fraunhofer FIT, FIM Research Institute

Marina MilyavskayaView profile

Associate Professor

• Goal Pursuit
• Self-Regulation
• Autonomy Support
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Marina Milyavskaya is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Carleton University, part of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from McGill University. Her research focuses on understanding how contextual and individual factors influence successful goal pursuit, with a particular emphasis on self-regulation mechanisms, autonomous motivation, and psychological need satisfaction. She employs methodologies from social cognition and personality psychology, including longitudinal designs and advanced statistical techniques like multilevel modeling and structural equation modeling. Her work explores domains such as health behaviors, attachment, and well-being across the lifespan. Key themes include the role of autonomy support in goal achievement, the distinction between automatic and controlled self-regulation processes, and obstacles encountered during goal pursuit. She has contributed to theoretical frameworks like Self-Determination Theory, examining how need satisfaction in different domains (e.g., autonomy, competence) shapes goal-setting and outcomes. Marina advises graduate and undergraduate students in psychology, fostering their research and academic growth. Her research has been published in leading journals, including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin . She is based in the Social Sciences Research Building and can be reached via email or her Carleton faculty page.

Jessica Graves-RackView profile

Associate Professor

• Interpersonal Communication
• Supportive Communication
• Grief Management
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Jessica Graves-Rack is Associate Professor - Educator at the University of Cincinnati's Department of Communication. She directs the Introduction to Public Speaking course and teaches interpersonal communication theory. Research examines supportive communication, grief management, and family communication dynamics.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Mindfulness
• Psychological Flexibility
• +5 more

Joseph Ciarrochi is a Professor in the Institute for Positive Psychology and Education at Macquarie University, Faculty of Education and Arts. His research focuses on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, psychological flexibility, and compassion, with a particular emphasis on adolescent mental health and well-being. He explores how these processes influence emotional regulation, social relationships, and clinical outcomes in diverse populations, including those facing challenges such as infertility, trauma, or parental illness. His work integrates quantitative and qualitative methods, often employing idionomic statistics to personalize therapeutic approaches. Key contributions include advancing process-based therapy frameworks and evaluating interventions across cultural contexts. Ciarrochi collaborates widely, with over 200 publications in journals like Behavior Therapy and Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science , and co-authored books such as The Thriving Adolescent . His research bridges clinical practice, positive psychology, and developmental science.

• Child Development
• Developmental Psychology
• Theory of Mind
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Ameneh Shahaeian is a researcher affiliated with Australian Catholic University, with a focus on developmental and cross-cultural psychology. Her work examines child development across diverse cultural contexts, including studies on theory of mind, language acquisition, and social-emotional competencies in preterm and typically developing children. She has conducted extensive longitudinal research investigating the impact of shared reading on cognitive outcomes and the role of maternal interaction styles in language development. Her research integrates insights from cognitive, social, and clinical psychology, with key contributions in understanding relational aggression in early childhood and the mediating role of language development in behavioral outcomes. Cross-cultural comparisons between Iranian and Australian populations are a recurrent theme in her studies, particularly regarding disciplinary strategies, family influences, and cultural variations in theory of mind development. Dr. Shahaeian has published extensively on executive control mechanisms, sibling dynamics, and the combined effects of teacher-child and peer relationships on social-emotional adjustment. Her work bridges clinical and educational practices, as evidenced by her studies on parenting interventions and normative speech assessment tools for preschoolers.

• Construction Safety
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Human Factors Analysis
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Dr. Andrew Arewa is a Senior Lecturer in Quantity Surveying at the University of East London, affiliated with the Architecture, Computing & Engineering institute. His research focuses on construction safety, human factors in accidents, occupational health, and regulatory compliance in construction and oil & gas industries. He has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications and conference papers, emphasizing practical solutions to industry challenges such as safety practices, payment disputes, and process safety management. Dr. Arewa collaborates with international organizations like the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and the University of Porto, addressing global construction and safety issues. Research Interests: Construction Safety and Zero-Fatality Strategies Human Factors Analysis in Industrial Accidents Health and Safety Compliance Economics Emerging Technologies in Project Management Risk Assessment Frameworks (e.g., HFACS-OGI) Contractual and Payment Dispute Resolution Publications Trends: His recent work (2020–2024) highlights UK construction safety practices, human error mitigation, and regulatory cost analyses. Notable themes include the role of emerging technologies in minimizing project variations and strategies to address unfair payment issues in tiered contractor networks. Grants and Advising: No grants or advisees explicitly listed in provided texts. Collaborates with industry partners on applied research. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with interdisciplinary teams at UEL and international institutions but no dedicated lab mentioned.

Grant PackardView profile

Associate Professor

• Consumer Behavior
• Customer Service
• Marketing
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Dr. Grant Packard is Associate Professor of Marketing and Program Director for the Master of Marketing at York University's Schulich School of Business. His research examines the psychology of language in marketplace contexts, analyzing consumer communication patterns and their business impacts across customer service interactions, social media, and cultural products. His core research areas include: Psychology of consumer language and communication Impact of linguistic patterns on persuasion and satisfaction Text analysis methods for marketing insights Word-of-mouth dynamics across communication channels Packard's recent research explores how linguistic elements like verb tense, pronoun use, and language concreteness shape consumer perceptions and behaviors. His work combines laboratory experiments, text analysis, and machine learning to understand language patterns in customer-firm interactions. His scientific awards and honors include: Top 30 over 30 Marketing Professors in Canada (2024) Outstanding Reviewer Awards from leading marketing journals Research Excellence Fellowship at Schulich School of Business Multiple merit awards for research excellence Packard actively mentors graduate students and serves on editorial boards for prestigious marketing journals. His industry experience includes leadership roles at Indigo Books & Music and BBDO Toronto.

Pascal R. DeboeckView profile

Associate Professor

• Quantitative Psychology
• Intensive Longitudinal Data
• Dynamical Systems
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Pascal R. Deboeck is an Associate Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Utah, specializing in quantitative methods for analyzing intensive longitudinal data. His research develops statistical approaches for studying intraindividual change and variability in psychological processes. Deboeck's methodological innovations include: Differential equation modeling of psychological regulation Continuous time models for longitudinal data Empirical Bayes derivative estimation Intraindividual variability analysis His applied work examines dynamical processes in depression, attachment, chronic pain, and substance use. Current projects analyze passive sensor data for eating disorder behaviors, neurocognitive variability, and neonatal opioid withdrawal prediction. Deboeck leads multiple NIH-funded projects developing dynamic systems approaches for clinical research. He mentors graduate students combining quantitative methods with developmental, clinical, and cognitive neuroscience research.

Stephen DysonView profile

Professor

• Political Science
• International Relations
• Political Leadership
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Stephen Dyson is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Connecticut. He specializes in the intersection of politics, international relations, and popular culture, particularly science fiction. His research also focuses on elite decision-making in foreign policy and the history of nuclear weapons. Dyson holds a Ph.D. from Washington State University (2004) and teaches courses on politics and popular culture, international relations, and political leadership. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Political Science from Washington State University (2004). His research interests span the analysis of political leadership styles, the role of analogies in policy-making, and the portrayal of international politics in media and fiction. He has written extensively on figures such as Tony Blair, George W. Bush, and Vladimir Putin, examining their decision-making processes and the psychological factors influencing foreign policy. Research trends in his articles highlight themes like Brexit leadership, nuclear proliferation dynamics, and the application of operational code analysis to political leaders. He critiques historical decisions such as the Iraq War and explores how science fiction narratives reflect broader political theories. His work bridges academic political science with popular culture, offering unique insights into how leaders’ cognitive frameworks shape policy outcomes. While no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, Dyson’s contributions to political psychology and foreign policy analysis are notable. His advising and grants are not detailed here, but his CV indicates ongoing research on leadership traits and policy responses to crises. He is based at Herbst Hall 406 in Storrs, Connecticut, and his office hours are Wednesdays 3-5 PM.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Accessibility
• Voice Processing
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Professor Georgios Kouroupetroglou is a leading academic at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), serving as Professor in the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications. He holds significant roles including President of the Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe (AAATE) and membership in the European Academy of Sciences and Arts. His research focuses on digital accessibility, voice processing, assistive technologies for disabilities, and music computing. He has pioneered initiatives such as the 'Accessibility Unit' and the Speech and Accessibility Research Laboratory at NKUA. Education: B.Sc. in Physics and Ph.D. in Communications and Signal Processing. He has held administrative roles including Chairman of the Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, Director of Postgraduate Studies, and Director of the M.Sc. Programme in 'Language Technology'. Research interests span: Computer Accessibility & Voice User Interfaces Accessibility of Documents and Mathematics Music Computing and Ancient Instruments Gesture-Based UIs and Haptics Inclusive Education Technologies Publications highlight innovations in: Assistive tech for mobility and motor disabilities Audio-tactile interfaces for blind users Accessibility in higher education Acoustic modeling of historical instruments He has authored over 180 papers and books, reviewed numerous EU projects, and teaches courses on accessibility, signal processing, and assistive tech. His work bridges clinical science and technology, emphasizing sustainability and global inclusivity.

Irmak Olcaysoy OktenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Social Cognition
• Implicit and Explicit Belief Formation
• Motivational Processes
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Dr. Irmak Olcaysoy Okten is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Florida State University, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. She earned her Ph.D. from Lehigh University in 2018. Her research focuses on social cognition processes, particularly how implicit and explicit beliefs form and update, with emphasis on motivational factors like uncertainty reduction and ideological preservation. She investigates misplaced certainty's role in maintaining false beliefs and antisocial behaviors, as well as strategies to reduce biases through meta-perception interventions. Research interests include spontaneous trait inference, intellectual humility, cultural differences in social perception, and the intersection of political motives with cognitive processes. Her lab explores these topics through experimental designs examining bias reduction, uncertainty dynamics, and cross-cultural communication. Current projects aim to develop interventions targeting meta-perceptions to foster more accurate self-awareness in social interactions. She actively recruits graduate students for Fall 2025, emphasizing empirical and theoretical contributions to social cognition.

• Scenario Planning
• Strategic Learning
• Organizational Change Management
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Thomas Chermack is a Professor and Coordinator of the Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change Doctoral Program at Colorado State University's College of Education. He is also the Founder and Director of the Scenario Planning Institute, focusing on strategic foresight and organizational development. His research emphasizes scenario planning, strategic learning, human expertise development, and organizational change management. He holds an office in Education 223 and can be reached at thomas.chermack@colostate.edu. Chermack's work integrates scenario planning methodologies with organizational behavior, leadership, and human resource development. His research explores how scenarios enhance decision-making, foster organizational agility, and improve workplace engagement. He critiques and advances the scientific rigor of futures studies while advocating for practical applications in business and government sectors. His articles analyze scenario planning’s impact on mental models, strategic conversations, and organizational resilience. Key themes include the role of scenarios in combating knowledge loss, enhancing leader-member exchanges, and mediating transformational leadership effects. He also investigates cross-cultural validity of organizational learning frameworks, particularly in Korean business contexts. Chermack's contributions extend to developing assessment tools for scenario quality, mental model styles, and human capital planning. His research underscores the importance of integrating scenario planning with design thinking and ambidextrous strategies for organizational longevity.

Elias Dominguez BarajasView profile

Associate Professor

• Paremiology
• Discursive Practices
• Oral Traditions / Verbal Art
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Elias Dominguez Barajas is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Florida State University and Director of the College Composition Program since May 2019. He specializes in composition pedagogy, ethnography of communication, discourse studies, and literacy studies. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Language, Literacy & Rhetoric program in 2002. His research focuses on paremiology (proverb studies), discursive practices, oral traditions, literacy practices, and inter/intracultural communication. His interdisciplinary work bridges linguistic anthropology with educational and social concerns, particularly in transnational contexts. Key publications explore proverb usage in academic settings, sociocognitive language processing, and cultural narratives in Latino literature. His 2015 award from the University of Arkansas recognizes contributions to community-focused research. No specific grants or advising details are listed, though his directorship role suggests extensive pedagogical mentorship. His work is associated with the Department of English’s research initiatives at FSU.

Maya AckermanView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Creativity
• Generative AI
• +4 more

Dr. Maya Ackerman serves as Associate Professor of Computer Engineering in the School of Engineering at Santa Clara University while concurrently leading WaveAI as CEO. This dual role positions her at the critical intersection of academic research and commercial AI innovation, specializing in computational creativity and human-AI collaboration systems. Her work focuses on transforming theoretical AI concepts into practical creative tools that empower users globally. Her research spans three interconnected domains: foundational clustering algorithms (2007-2014), computational creativity frameworks (2015-2020), and ethical human-AI collaboration (2021-present). Early work established theoretical properties of clustering paradigms published in NIPS and JMLR, while recent research develops musical AI systems like ALYSIA that enable accessible song creation. Her scholarship consistently bridges theoretical rigor with real-world impact, particularly in creative domains where AI augments rather than replaces human expression. Runner-up Best Paper Award (Association for Computational Creativity, 2017) Women in Tech Awards Data Scientist Finalist (2019) NSERC Alexander Bell Canadian Graduate Scholarship (2009-2012) First-Year Assistant Professor Award (Florida State University, 2015) Office of Naval Research grant ($400,000 for clustering research) As mentor, Ackerman has guided numerous graduate students through interdisciplinary projects combining computer science with creative arts, evidenced by asterisked co-authors on publications spanning musical AI, poetry generation, and therapeutic applications. Her WaveAI startup, serving millions globally with tools like LyricStudio, demonstrates successful research commercialization. Current work explores AI's role in bereavement support and gender bias mitigation, reflecting her commitment to socially impactful technology.