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Olga Sorkine-HornungView profile

Professor

• Digital Content Creation
• Geometry Processing
• Shape Representation and Editing
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Olga Sorkine-Hornung is a Professor of Computer Science at ETH Zurich and head of the Institute of Visual Computing. She leads the Interactive Geometry Lab, focusing on theoretical and practical advancements in digital content creation, geometry processing, and shape modeling. Current position: ETH Zurich, Department of Computer Science Previous roles: Courant Institute (NYU), Technical University of Berlin Education: BSc and PhD from Tel Aviv University, postdoc at TU Berlin Her research spans shape representation, digital fabrication, computer animation, and fundamental geometry processing. Key contributions include Laplacian surface editing, as-rigid-as-possible deformation, and generalized winding numbers. She works on applications in VR, AR, and autonomous systems. Awards include Test of Time Awards (2024), ACM Fellow (2020), ERC Consolidator Grant (2020), and EUROGRAPHICS Young Researcher Award (2008). She has supervised numerous students and co-developed software libraries like libigl and Instant Meshes . Co-chair roles for SIGGRAPH, Eurographics, and Pacific Graphics Editorial board member for ACM Transactions on Graphics and other journals Keynote speaker at VMV, CVPR, and SIAM conferences Her work bridges mathematical rigor with practical implementation, advancing computer graphics and geometry processing through intuitive algorithms that maintain surface detail while enabling efficient computation.

Mark AngusView profile

Lecturer

• Stained Glass Art
• Architectural Design
• Glass Painting
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Mark Angus is a Visiting Lecturer at the Estonian Academy of Arts, Faculty of Design, and has been a pivotal figure in stained glass art since the 1970s. His work spans architectural commissions for churches and public spaces in the UK, Germany, and Ireland, alongside autonomous art in painting, printmaking, and artist’s books. He operates studios in Frauenau (Germany) and Graz (Austria). Education : Bristol Polytechnic (Chartered Surveyor, 1970), Swansea School of Art (Architectural Stained Glass, 1978). Research Interests focus on: Stained Glass as a medium for spiritual and secular narratives. Vitreography (glass-based printmaking) and its interplay with light and subtlety. Artist’s Books integrating letterpress and visual storytelling. Human Figure Representation in glass and paper, emphasizing dialogue and existential themes. Recent Publications include his 2018 artist’s book 80 Capriccios and the Turbulences of the Self , drawing on Goya’s Los Caprichos to critique modernity, and 2025’s KUNST. Kunst im Landkreis Passau, Bd. 70 , documenting regional art practices. His RED (2014) and Juvenescence (2014) explore color symbolism and eternal youth through acrylics and illustrated novels. Scientific & Artistic Awards : 1990: South West Arts & Crafts Fellowship 1984: South West Arts Major Craft Award 1979: Crafts Council Setting-up Grant 1978: Worshipful Company of Glaziers Travelling Scholarship Teaching & Collaborations : He has taught at the Estonian Academy of Arts, Penland School of Crafts (USA), and Bild-Werk Frauenau (Germany), including 2025’s masterclass Risk & Resonance – The Stained Glass Experience . His exhibitions, such as 80 Capriccios (2024, Neuburg am Inn), reflect interdisciplinary dialogues between glass, poetry, and theological themes.

Brandon SewardView profile

Associate Professor

• Ergodic theory
• Topological dynamics
• Descriptive set theory
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Brandon Seward is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at the University of California San Diego (UC San Diego), where they conduct research and teach in the Department of Mathematics. They use the pronouns they/them or he/him . Education Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Michigan , 2015 Research Interests Their work lies at the intersection of ergodic theory, topological dynamics, descriptive set theory, and group theory . They investigate geometric, combinatorial, and entropic properties of actions of countable groups, with special emphasis on the divide between amenable and non-amenable groups. Publications & Research Impact Across 27 refereed papers (2014-2024), Seward has advanced entropy theory for non-amenable groups, Borel combinatorics of group actions, and structure theorems for measure-preserving actions. Their work has appeared in top journals such as Inventiones Mathematicae , Journal of the American Mathematical Society , and Duke Mathematical Journal . Scientific Awards Michael Brin Dynamical Systems Prize for Young Mathematicians (2018) – awarded for outstanding contributions to dynamical systems. Teaching & Mentorship Seward regularly teaches core undergraduate courses (e.g., Math 142A Introduction to Analysis) and organizes the UC San Diego Group Actions Seminar , a weekly research forum featuring international speakers. They serve as a faculty mentor and are actively involved in graduate student supervision and seminar coordination. Contact & Office Email: bseward@ucsd.edu Office: AP&M 5739, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093-0112

Andreas StoehrView profile

Professor

• Orchestral Conducting
• Opera Performance
• Historical Music Performance Practice
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Andreas Stoehr is a renowned Austrian conductor and professor at the Music and Arts Private University of the City of Vienna, leading the conducting department and symphony orchestra since 2013. His career spans prestigious engagements including the Paris Opéra Comique, Deutsche Oper am Rhein, and St. Gallen Theatre, focusing on operatic repertoire from Monteverdi to modernism. He is celebrated for reviving neglected works like Meyerbeer’s Emma di Resburgo and Gluck’s Ezio , emphasizing historical performance practices. His research explores stylistic transitions in music history, blending baroque precision with modern innovation. Education: Trained at Vienna's former Conservatory (now University of Music and Performing Arts), studying piano under Alfred Kremela, conducting with Gennadij Rozhdestvenskij, and musicology at the University of Vienna. Key mentors included David Lutz (accompaniment) and Reinhard Schwarz (conducting). Research Interests: Explores interdisciplinary connections between diverse musical eras, such as Bach’s influence on Schoenberg, and advocates for vocal-orchestral balance in historical repertoires. Projects include CD recordings of Amanda Maier-Röntgen and Andrea Tarrodi’s works, nominated for Swedish Grammis. Awards: Grammy nomination (2016) for Amanda Maier-Röntgen’s Violin Concerto recording. Recognized for innovative stagings of operas like Berg’s Wozzeck and Debussy’s Pelléas et Mélisande . Teaching & Leadership: As professor and symphony orchestra director, Stoehr mentors young conductors. Notable collaborations include the Langenlois Castle Festival (2012–2019) and interdisciplinary projects like Heart and Mouth, and Deed and Life blending Bach with sociological texts. His teaching emphasizes 21st-century conductorship as collaborative architecture, prioritizing emotional engagement over technical authoritarianism. Labs/Ensembles: Leads the MUK Symphony Orchestra, collaborating with ensembles like the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra and Orchestre Philharmonique de Liège. His work bridges academic research with performance practice through projects like the Styriarte Festival’s Schubert revival.

Karoline NoackView profile

Professor

• Ancient American Studies
• Ethnology
• Andean Studies
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Karoline Noack is a full Professor of Ancient American Studies and Ethnology at the Institute of Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology , University of Bonn, where she also directs the BASA Museum (Bonn Collection of the Americas). She has held this position since 2009 and is a leading scholar in Andean studies, museum ethnology, and colonial Latin American history. Her research interests are deeply interdisciplinary, focusing on: The Inca state and early colonial Andes, particularly in Peru, Bolivia, and Mexico Transculturation and gender in colonial contexts The history of ethnological knowledge, especially in the GDR Museum studies, collection ethics, and the decolonization of ethnographic museums Material culture and provenance research Her recent scholarly output centers on dependency and mobilization in the Inca Empire, the global history of resources (like cotton and coca), and the role of museums in knowledge production. She has led major projects such as 'Balancing the Center and the Local' in Cochabamba and the KOSMOS collaborative project on object-based knowledge. Her publications span museum ethics, colonial legal history, and transcultural exchange. Karoline Noack has received significant recognition, including: Membership in the German Archaeological Institute Fellowships from the Volkswagen and Gerda Henkel Foundations Membership in the DFG Review Board Leadership roles as Spokesperson for the Transdisciplinary Research Area 'Present Pasts' and Chair of BASS e.V. She advises and mentors students in ethnology and archaeology, and her work involves extensive collaboration with international scholars and institutions. Her research is supported by major German funding bodies and is published in leading academic venues. She is also deeply involved in public engagement through museum curation and exhibitions.

Alicia KulczynskiView profile

Associate Professor

• Consumer Behaviour
• Branding and Brand Elements
• Advertising
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Dr. Alicia Kulczynski is an Associate Professor of Marketing and Head of the Marketing, Tourism & Business Analytics Discipline at the University of Newcastle. She holds a PhD in Management (Marketing) and undergraduate degrees in Forensic Science and Communication Studies. Her research focuses on consumer behavior, branding, and advertising, with emphasis on spokesperson characteristics, psycholinguistics in branding, and music concert attendance. She has published in top-tier journals like the Journal of Marketing and European Journal of Marketing, and was recognized as Associate Editor of the Year (2024) for the Journal of Consumer Behaviour. Her work bridges academia and industry through collaborations with organizations such as the NSW Ombudsman and Ultra Music Festival. Education - PhD in Management (Marketing), University of Newcastle (2014) - Bachelor of Science (Forensic), University of Newcastle - Bachelor of Arts (Communication Studies), University of Newcastle Research Interests - Consumer behavior and decision-making - Branding and brand communication - Advertising strategies and spokesperson effectiveness - Psycholinguistics in brand naming and consumer priming - Music concert attendee behavior and motivations - Cause-related marketing and social impact initiatives Awards - Associate Editor of the Year (2024) - Multiple Best Paper Awards at ANZMAC (2015–2024) - Teaching Excellence Awards (2016–2024) - Industry Collaboration Recognition (e.g., Ultra Music Festival) Grants & Industry Work - Partnered with NSW Ombudsman to develop AI tools for complaint assistance. - Established an Industry Consultative Committee with Pacific Smiles, Newcastle Airport, and HMRI. - Collaborated on diabetes management system market research with a Swedish SME. Teaching & Mentorship - Teaches marketing research courses with industry-linked projects. - Supervised PhD students on topics like AI-driven pricing, post-purchase dissonance, and omnichannel consumer experiences. - Guided students to publish in top journals such as the Journal of Consumer Behaviour and European Journal of Marketing. Labs & Teams - Leads the Marketing, Tourism & Business Analytics Discipline. - Co-founded the Social Marketing Research Team for Youth (SMRTY) initiative.

Laura M DenzerView profile

Adjunct Assistant Professor

• Visual Arts
• Contemporary Art
• Mixed Media
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Laura M Denzer is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Drawing, Painting Department of the School of Art + Art History at the University of Florida. She holds a BFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (2011) and an MFA from the University of Florida (2017). Her practice focuses on spatial and corporeal investigations through collage, painting, and mixed media, exploring themes of memory, identity, and transformation. Denzer’s research examines how physical and abstract spaces shape personal and collective narratives. Her work often incorporates fragmented forms, architectural references, and domestic patterns to reflect on liminal states and life transitions. Recent projects address motherhood and pandemic experiences as catalysts for reimagining selfhood and temporal continuity. Her artistic output includes over 100 works across decades, with notable series from 2023-2024 featuring screenprints that blend color theory and narrative imagery. Earlier works like Arms Folded (2016) and Party Favors (2011) demonstrate her evolving engagement with material experimentation and conceptual layering. Denzer’s practice also extends to curatorial roles, including her guest editorship of Number Magazine #96: Dependency . Her creative process integrates found materials, intuitive color choices, and formal investigations to create compositions that balance rootedness and transience. Current work explores spatial fragmentation as a metaphor for life transitions, reflecting on both personal and societal upheavals.

Paula HohtiView profile

Professor

• Italian Renaissance Dress
• Material Culture
• Artisans and Shopkeepers
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Paula Hohti is a Professor of Art and Culture History at Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Department of Art and Media. She holds a Docent position in History of Art at the University of Helsinki. Her research focuses on Italian Renaissance dress and material culture, particularly among artisans and shopkeepers. She earned her PhD from the University of Sussex (2006) and has held research roles at institutions including Helsinki Collegium for Advanced Studies and the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence. She led major projects like RE-FASHIONING (ERC grant, €2M in 2016) and co-founded the Fashion History Lab. Her work contributes to UN SDGs related to sustainable development through historical material studies. Education: PhD in Art History, University of Sussex (2006). Research Interests: Italian Renaissance textiles, Early Modern material culture, artisan craftsmanship, textile reconstruction methods, and social history of dress. Recent work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to reconstructing historical clothing and its cultural significance. Key Publications (2025): Refashioning the Renaissance: Everyday Dress in Europe (book), studies on color imitation in textiles, and knitted stockings experimentation. Articles explore cross-disciplinary methodologies and material authenticity. Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant (2016), Academy of Finland Fellowships, and the Roland H. Bainton Book Prize (2021). Advising & Grants: Principal investigator in multiple international projects. Supervised eight post-doctoral researchers. Co-developed the Refashioning the Renaissance Database (Aalto University, 2022). Labs/Teams: Leads the Fashion History Lab (2022–2023) and collaborates globally on textile and material culture studies.

• 20th Century Musicology
• French Music
• Performance Practice
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Professor Caroline Rae at Cardiff University is a leading scholar in 20th-century French music , with a focus on composers like Debussy, Messiaen, Jolivet, and Boulez. She also specializes in the musical writings of Alejo Carpentier and Franco-Latin American cultural interactions . Her research combines archival studies, performance practice, and pianism. Education : DPhil (Oxford), MA (Oxon), Dipl. Mus (Hanover), ARCM Her research projects include monographs on André Jolivet and Debussy’s Préludes , supported by the British Academy and AHRC . Recent publications span books on Carpentier, Debussy, and Stravinsky’s reception in France. As Co-Director of CFMR , she has organized international symposia with institutions like the Institut Français and Paul Sacher Foundation . Scientific awards include the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2018), Cardiff University Research Fellowship (2018-2019), and a French Government Scholarship (1982-1983). She has served on juries for the BBC Young Musician Competition and Wales International Piano Competition . As a pianist , she studied under Dame Fanny Waterman , Yvonne Loriod-Messiaen , and Karl-Heinz Kämmerling , and performs lecture-recitals linking her research. She has advised orchestras like the Philharmonia Orchestra and BBC National Orchestra of Wales on festival programming.

Matilde MarcolliView profile

Professor

• Noncommutative Geometry
• Mathematical Physics
• Number Theory
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Matilde Marcolli is the Robert F. Christy Professor of Mathematics and Computing and Mathematical Sciences at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). She holds joint appointments in the Division of Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy (PMA) and the Division of Engineering and Applied Sciences (EAS). Her research spans noncommutative geometry, mathematical physics, number theory, and mathematical linguistics. She has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Sofja Kovalevskaya Award (2001) and the Heinz Maier Leibnitz Prize (2001). Marcolli has advised numerous PhD students and contributed to over 300 publications. Her work bridges abstract mathematics with applications in cosmology, quantum field theory, and computational linguistics. Education : PhD in Mathematics, University of Chicago, 1997 M.Sc., University of Chicago, 1994 Laurea in Mathematics, University of Pavia, 1993 Research Interests : Marcolli’s research explores the intersection of geometry, number theory, and physics. Key areas include noncommutative geometry models of particle physics and cosmology, motives in quantum field theory, and algebraic models of generative linguistics. She applies advanced techniques such as Feynman integrals, spectral action principles, and Hopf algebras to interdisciplinary problems. Grants & Awards : NSF grants DMS-2104330, DMS-1707882, and others NSERC Discovery Grant RGPIN-2018-04937 FQXi grant FQXi-RFP-1804 Collaborations & Labs : Marcolli collaborates with institutions like the Perimeter Institute and Florida State University. She leads research groups on topics such as quantum statistical mechanics, holography, and neural information networks. Her work on syntax-semantics interfaces and quantum gravity models has been pivotal in interdisciplinary studies.

Tony N. BrownView profile

Professor

• Critical Race Theory
• Sociology of Mental Health
• Anti-Blackness
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Tony N. Brown is a Distinguished Professor of Sociology at Rice University, directing the Racism and Racial Experiences Workgroup (RARE) and the STaRT@Rice Program. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (1998), with prior tenure at Vanderbilt University. His research focuses on critical race theory, examining mechanisms of racism's impact on mental health, racial identity, and societal structures. Key themes include anti-Blackness, racial trauma, and systemic inequities. Brown has secured federal funding for his work and contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed publications. He was a finalist for Rice University’s 2023 George R. Brown Award for Teaching Excellence. Education: Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (1998) M.A. in Sociology, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (1993) B.S. in Sociology, University of Maryland - Eastern Shore (1991) Research interests span racial socialization, health disparities, and quantitative methods. His work combines community-based surveys with policy analysis, addressing contemporary issues like racial apathy among white populations and the mental health implications of racial discrimination. Notable projects include studying the psychological effects of Barack Obama’s presidential elections on Black communities and analyzing racialized stress in military veterans. His recent articles emphasize the intersection of race, politics, and mental health, with studies on Black nationalist tendencies and viral racism during the pandemic. Awards include recognition for teaching excellence and contributions to sociological scholarship. Brown actively collaborates across disciplines, holding roles in Rice’s sociology department and interdisciplinary programs.

Hsueh-man ShenView profile

Associate Professor

• Medieval Chinese Art and Archaeology
• Cross-Cultural Exchanges
• Buddhist Art
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Hsueh-man Shen is the Director of Masters Studies and Ehrenkranz Associate Professor in World Art at New York University’s Institute of Fine Arts. She holds a D.Phil. from Oxford University in Archaeology, an M.A. in Art History from National Taiwan University, and an LL.B. in Law from the same institution. Her research focuses on medieval Chinese art and archaeology, particularly how cross-cultural exchanges shaped artistic practices through translation, replication, and hybridization. She has curated major exhibitions such as Gilded Splendor: Treasures of China’s Liao Empire (2006) and contributed to the Cave Temples of Dunhuang project (2016), emphasizing Silk Road cultural networks. Her current book project explores maritime activities’ impact on Buddhist art during the 10th–14th centuries. Shen’s work bridges art history, archaeology, and material culture studies, addressing topics like relic deposits, shipwrecks, and cross-cultural curatorial practices. She has held prestigious fellowships, including the Leiden University Hulsewé-Waznieski Professorship (2019) and a Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin residency (2008–2009). Education: D.Phil., Archaeology, University of Oxford M.A., Art History, National Taiwan University LL.B., Law, National Taiwan University Her research interests include Buddhist art’s transformation across dynasties, the role of replication in devotion, and maritime trade’s influence on cultural boundaries. She teaches courses such as Colors in the Visual Culture of Medieval China and Shipwrecks and the ‘Other’ Silk Road , integrating theoretical and material perspectives. Shen’s awards reflect her global academic contributions, including the EURIAS Senior Fellowship (2018–2019) and Progress 100 Visiting Professorship at Kyushu University (2017). Her publications span exhibition catalogues, monographs like Authentic Replicas: Buddhist Art in Medieval China (2019), and peer-reviewed articles analyzing Silk Road networks, Liao dynasty funerary practices, and cross-cultural material exchanges.

Emily Lynn OsbornView profile

Associate Professor

• African History
• Francophone Africa
• Gender in Africa
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Emily Lynn Osborn is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at the University of Chicago, specializing in African history with a focus on precolonial and colonial West Africa. She holds a PhD from Stanford University and a BA from UC Berkeley. Her research explores gender, technology transfer, colonialism, and the Anthropocene in African contexts. Education: PhD in History, Stanford University, 2000 AB, University of California, Berkeley Research Interests: Osborn’s work bridges historical analysis with interdisciplinary themes such as gender and statecraft, technology diffusion, and environmental history. She has published extensively on topics like the role of intermediaries in colonial rule, the cultural significance of color in the Atlantic world, and the Anthropocene in Africa. Her current book project examines artisans and technology transfer in West Africa. Awards and Fellowships: Quantrell Award for Excellence in Teaching (2016) Fulbright IIE and Fulbright-Hays Fellowships American Council of Learned Societies and Social Science Research Council grants Affiliations: Osborn serves as Faculty Director of the Senegal study abroad program and the Social Sciences Postdoctoral Teaching Fellows program. She is affiliated with the Center for Gender and Sexuality Studies, the Pozen Family Center for Human Rights, and the Center for International Social Science Research. Teaching: She teaches courses on African history, gender studies, and the Atlantic world, emphasizing oral history, slavery, and interdisciplinary approaches to the Anthropocene.

Christopher RamseyView profile

Associate Professor

• Operator Algebras
• Functional Analysis
• Multivariable Operator Theory
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Christopher Ramsey is an Associate Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics within the Faculty of Arts and Science at MacEwan University in Edmonton, Alberta. He holds a PhD in Pure Mathematics from the University of Waterloo (2013), an MMath from Waterloo, and a BSc Honours from the University of Regina. Dr. Ramsey's research centers on operator algebras and functional analysis, with particular emphasis on non-selfadjoint operator algebras and multivariable operator theory. His work explores connections between analysis and algebra, studying algebras of infinite matrices and their applications to group theory, dynamical systems, free probability, and quantum information theory. He also investigates aperiodic order and its mathematical structures. His recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate a consistent focus on operator algebras, with significant contributions to C*-algebras, tensor algebras, and their applications. The research spans theoretical foundations in functional analysis while connecting to diverse fields including symbolic dynamics, aperiodic structures, and quantum information. His work often bridges abstract algebraic structures with concrete analytical problems. Dr. Ramsey has received notable recognition including an NSERC Discovery Grant (2019), a MacEwan University Project Grant (2019), and an NSERC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2013). He serves as Editor-in-Chief of the MacEwan University Student eJournal (MUSe) and Associate Editor of the Canadian Transactions of Operator Theory. As an educator, Dr. Ramsey teaches various mathematics courses and supervises senior students' independent studies. His academic service includes editorial work and active participation in the Canadian Mathematical Society. His research program continues to develop connections between operator algebras and their diverse applications across mathematical disciplines.

Linda M. BurtonView profile

Professor

• Child welfare
• Poverty
• Family processes
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Professor Linda M. Burton is a leading sociologist and ethnographer specializing in child welfare, poverty, and family dynamics. Currently serving as Dean of Berkeley Social Welfare (2019-2024) and holding the Eugene and Rose Kleiner Chair, she previously held the James B. Duke Professorship at Duke University and directed its Center for Child and Family Policy. Education: PhD in Sociology from the University of Southern California Leadership: Dean at Berkeley Social Welfare, Director of Duke's Center for Child and Family Policy, Co-director of Duke's undergraduate International Comparative Studies program Her research integrates life course theory, developmental frameworks, and ecological perspectives to examine: Intergenerational family structures and role transitions Context/place influences on family dynamics Childhood adultification and accelerated life courses Recent publications focus on health disparities, welfare reform impacts, and multi-method ethnographic approaches. Key subfields include poverty, African-American families, rural/urban contexts, racial inequality, and kinship networks. Scientific honors include: 2022 Fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare 2017 Dean’s Excellence in Mentoring Award (Duke University) 1996 American Family Therapy Academy Award for Innovative Contributions Burton's ethnographic work spans decades, with landmark studies like the Three-City Study (2002-2006) and the Family Life Project (2003-2008). She has mentored extensively in child development and multi-generational research.