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Ciarán Ó GallchóirView profile

Assistant Professor

• Teacher Education
• Educational Leadership
• Public Policy
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Ciarán Ó Gallchóir is an Assistant Professor/Lecturer in Education at Maynooth University, specializing in initial teacher education, educational leadership, and public policy. He is affiliated with the Department of Education within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. His research explores the intersection of identity and policy in educational contexts, emphasizing how these dynamics manifest in institutional practices. He currently leads the full-time and part-time Masters of Education programs. Key research initiatives include the HEA-funded PATH programme (supporting marginalized groups in teacher education), the Erasmus+ SUP4PCL project (Egyptian school-university partnerships), and the NCCA-funded evaluation of Junior Cycle implementation. His work spans peer-reviewed articles, conference presentations, and policy reports, addressing topics like teacher identity, digital learning frameworks, and global citizenship education. Ó Gallchóir’s publications analyze tensions in educational leadership, policy enactment, and the impact of technology on learning. He has contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations across Ireland and internationally, focusing on systemic reforms and pre-service teacher development. While no formal awards are listed, his extensive contributions to educational policy and pedagogy reflect significant scholarly impact. He leads research teams and has advised on projects such as the longitudinal study of Junior Cycle reforms. His work emphasizes bridging theoretical frameworks with practical educational challenges, particularly in marginalized communities and policy implementation.

• Argumentation Theory
• Rhetoric
• Debate
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Jean Wagemans is a Professor at the University of Amsterdam's Faculty of Humanities, where he leads research in the Department of Speech Communication, Argumentation Theory and Rhetoric. His work specializes in the interdisciplinary study of argumentative discourse, bridging philosophy, linguistics, and computational analysis. He maintains an active research profile with recent publications exploring AI-generated argumentation, legal/medical discourse, and digital misinformation. Wagemans' research centers on argumentation theory, rhetoric, and debate, with emphasis on practical applications in AI ethics, healthcare communication, and public discourse. His recent investigations include: Developing computational models like Adpositional Argumentation (AdArg) for natural discourse analysis Examining ethical frameworks for AI-generated arguments Creating argument-checking methodologies to combat misinformation Analyzing normative structures in public deliberation His scholarly publications (2022-2024) demonstrate a distinct trajectory toward computational argumentation, with recurring themes of AI ethics, misinformation detection, and applied discourse analysis. Recent works systematically address: The intersection of argumentation theory with AI systems Methodologies for evaluating reasoning in natural language Cross-disciplinary applications in law, medicine, and digital humanities

Paul BarthaView profile

Professor

• Logic
• Philosophy of Science
• Decision Theory
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Paul Bartha is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of British Columbia (UBC), within the Faculty of Arts. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh. His research focuses on logic, decision theory, and the philosophy of science, with particular emphasis on probability, confirmation, analogical reasoning, and precautionary principles. His work includes influential contributions to the analysis of Pascal’s Wager, analogical arguments in mathematics and science, and ethical reasoning under uncertainty. He teaches courses such as Symbolic Logic, Philosophy of Science, and Decision Theory. His publications span applied ethics, formal epistemology, and the methodology of scientific reasoning. Bartha’s book By Parallel Reasoning: The Construction and Evaluation of Analogical Arguments (Oxford University Press, 2010) is a seminal work on analogical reasoning in philosophy and science. Research Interests: Bartha’s work integrates formal methods with philosophical inquiry, addressing topics such as the justification of scientific models, the role of symmetry in probability, and the ethical dimensions of environmental policymaking. His recent projects explore the precautionary principle through lexicographic utility frameworks and the application of decision theory to climate change dilemmas. Teaching and Academic Contributions: Bartha has taught courses on logic, decision theory, and the philosophy of science at UBC. His teaching materials, such as those on interpretations of probability, reflect his commitment to bridging formal and applied philosophy. He has presented widely, including at institutions like Monash University and the California Institute of Technology. Publications and Impact: His scholarship is characterized by rigorous analysis of foundational issues in logic and ethics. Key contributions include critiques of infinite utility in Pascal’s Wager, explorations of analogical reasoning in scientific contexts, and frameworks for evaluating precautionary measures in environmental policy.

• History Education
• Social Studies Education
• Museum Education
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Servet Üztemur is a full-time Professor at Anadolu University , Faculty of Education, Department of Elementary Education, where he specializes in history education, social studies education, museum education, and epistemological beliefs. His research integrates educational psychology with social and cultural studies, emphasizing teacher training, curriculum development, and student cognition. His educational background is rooted in teacher education and pedagogy, aligning with his extensive work in developing scales and curricula for K-12 and higher education. His research interests span: History and Social Studies Education: Curriculum evaluation, museum integration, and historical thinking. Educational Psychology: Epistemological beliefs, student cognition, and learning approaches. Digital Well-being: Social media addiction, smartphone use, and psychological resilience among adolescents and young adults. Disaster Psychology: Post-earthquake mental health, trauma, and obsession-related behaviors. His most recent publications (2024–2025) reflect a strong focus on psychological constructs in education, particularly in relation to digital behavior, trauma, and emotional regulation. These studies often involve scale development, cross-cultural validation, and mediation/moderation analyses, indicating a robust methodological approach. Scientific Awards: While no specific awards are mentioned in the provided text, his high citation metrics (e.g., H-index: 49 WoS, 69 Scopus) and extensive publication record underscore his academic impact. Advising and Grants: He has supervised 3 thesis advisories and led or participated in 283 projects , reflecting his active role in graduate education and research leadership. Labs and Teams: While no specific lab name is provided, his affiliation with the Faculty of Education and involvement in large-scale projects suggest he works within interdisciplinary research teams focusing on educational innovation and psychological assessment.

• Epistemology
• Philosophy of Science
• Philosophical Logic
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Wolfgang Spohn is a Senior Professor at the University of Tübingen (since 2019) and Principal Investigator of the Cluster of Excellence 'Machine Learning: New Perspectives for Science' . He previously served as Professor (C4) at the University of Konstanz (1996-2018) and as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Bielefeld (1991-1996). His academic career spans multiple prestigious roles including Academia Europaea member (2015) Frege-Preis awardee (2015) Lakatos Award winner (2012) His research focuses on epistemology , philosophy of science , philosophical logic , ontology , and decision/game theory . He developed ranking theory as a foundational framework for belief dynamics and epistemic reasoning. His work bridges formal epistemology with practical applications in legal theory, economic rationality, and artificial intelligence. Recent publications highlight his contributions to Rationality frameworks for law and science Indexical utility theory and time preferences Ranking-theoretic approaches to conditionals and norms Epistemological foundations of induction Scientific honors include Lakatos Award (2012) Frege-Preis (2015) Heisenberg-Stipendium (1985) He has led major research initiatives such as the DFG Forschergruppe on counterfactuals (2011-2019) and the Reinhart-Koselleck project on reflexive decision theory (2020-present).

Irene DingelView profile

Research Professor

• Reformation Studies
• Confessionalization
• Early Modern European Religious History
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Prof. Irene Dingel is a Senior Research Professor at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and the Academy of Sciences and Literature | Mainz. She previously served as Director of the Leibniz Institute of European History (2005–2022), leading the Department of Western Religious History. Her academic journey includes studies in Protestant theology and Romance studies at Heidelberg University and the Sorbonne, followed by a doctorate (1986) and habilitation (1993) in theology. She held professorships in Frankfurt and Mainz, specializing in church history and historical theology. Her research focuses on the Reformation, confessionalization in early modern Europe, and the role of churches in European integration. Notable projects include the long-term Controversia et Confessio source edition and the EuReD digital religious peace project. Awards include the Order of Merit (Rhineland-Palatinate), Hermann Sasse Prize, and an honorary doctorate from Strasbourg University. She chairs the Scientific Commission of the German Academies Union and serves on multiple academic councils, including the Science Council and the German Literature Archive Marbach. Her work bridges historical research with contemporary issues of religious diversity and European identity.

Louis NarensView profile

Professor

• Measurement Theory
• Probability Foundations
• Psychophysics
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Louis Narens is a Professor at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), holding dual affiliations in the Department of Cognitive Sciences and the Department of Logic and the Philosophy of Science. His work bridges mathematical rigor with psychological and philosophical inquiry, focusing on foundational issues in measurement theory, probability, and metacognition. Narens is renowned for his contributions to abstract measurement theory, as seen in his influential books like Abstract Measurement Theory (1985) and Theories of Meaningfulness (2002). His research explores how quantitative frameworks can be applied to subjective phenomena such as perception, belief systems, and cognitive processes. Key areas of investigation include: Foundations of probability and support theory Psychophysical laws and perceptual scaling Metamemory mechanisms and judgment accuracy Philosophical implications of measurement invariance His articles analyze topics like evolutionary color categorization, scientific belief systems, and the theoretical underpinnings of psychological measurement. Narens collaborates across disciplines, engaging with cognitive scientists, philosophers, and mathematicians to advance interdisciplinary understanding. Despite his prolific output, he has not been explicitly noted for receiving major scientific awards in the provided materials.

Matthew DimickView profile

Professor

• Labor and Employment Law
• Contracts
• Tax Policy
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Matthew Dimick is a Professor of Law at the University at Buffalo School of Law and Director of the Baldy Center for Law and Social Policy. His research focuses on labor and employment law, contracts, tax policy, legal theory, law and economics, and the political economy of income inequality. He holds a JD from Cornell Law School and a PhD in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, with prior experience at Georgetown University Law Center and the Service Employees International Union. Dimick's research examines the intersection of law and political economy, with current projects on capitalism's relationship with antidiscrimination law and co-editing a volume on Jürgen Habermas's legal theory. His work critically addresses topics including wage regulations, racial reification under capitalism, and tensions between labor rights and antitrust frameworks. His publications demonstrate sustained focus on income inequality mechanisms, with recent analyses of minimum wage impacts, neoliberal data distortions, and redistributive legal frameworks. Articles frequently engage with labor law's philosophical foundations, critiques of market power, and policy alternatives for economic justice. Dimick teaches courses in contracts, labor law, employment discrimination, tax policy, and law & society. He has contributed to public discourse through media outlets like The Atlantic and Jacobin, translating complex legal-economic concepts for broader audiences.

• Ethical Theory
• Applied Ethics
• Free Will
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Stephen G. Morris is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the College of Staten Island , part of the City University of New York (CUNY) . He earned his PhD in Philosophy from Florida State University in 2004. His research focuses on Ethical Theory, Applied Ethics, Free Will, and Moral Psychology , with a particular interest in how neuroscience and evolutionary biology inform philosophical debates on moral responsibility and agency . Stephen has authored or co-authored numerous influential publications, including the book Science and the End of Ethics (2015) and key articles on topics such as the evolution of cooperative behavior , compatibilism , and empirical analyses of free will . His work often bridges philosophical theory with scientific inquiry , emphasizing the need for an empirically informed ethics . Morris has received notable accolades, including the Distinguished Professor Award (2008) and the James V. Mehl Outstanding Faculty Scholarship Award (2009) during his tenure at Missouri Western State University. His scholarly contributions continue to shape discussions in moral psychology and the intersection of science and ethics .

Sherrilyn RoushView profile

Professor

• Epistemology
• Formal Epistemology
• Knowledge
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Sherrilyn Roush is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) , with a PhD in Philosophy from Harvard University (1999). She holds dual B.S. and B.A. degrees with highest distinction from Pennsylvania State University (1988). Her work spans Epistemology , Formal Epistemology , Scientific Method , and Bayesian Reasoning . Harvard University, PhD in Philosophy (1999) University of California, Los Angeles, Department of Philosophy Research interests include the epistemic value of knowledge, probabilistic reasoning in legal contexts, and the distinction between knowledge and understanding. She has extensively analyzed the role of statistical evidence in judicial verdicts, simulation methods in science, and epistemic self-doubt through a Bayesian framework. Her publications cover topics like the epistemic superiority of experiments over simulations, epistemic injustice in testimonial contexts, and evolutionary stable strategies for knowledge. While she has not been explicitly linked to scientific awards or formal student mentoring in the provided texts, her work intersects with medical epistemology through collaborations on self-knowledge in illness .

Eloise AddeView profile

Associate Professor

• Medieval History
• Czech History
• Nation-Building
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Eloise Adde is an Associate Professor and MA Program Director in the Department of Historical Studies at Central European University (CEU) in Vienna. She holds dual PhDs in Medieval History from Paris Panthéon Sorbonne and Czech Literature from Sorbonne Université. Her research focuses on nation-building, political thought, subjectivity, and manuscript culture in late medieval Bohemia and Brabant, with a particular emphasis on vernacular literature and the legitimization of power. Her academic journey includes prestigious fellowships such as the Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship and multiple grants from the FNR Luxembourg. She has held research positions at institutions including Saint-Louis University Brussels, the University of Luxembourg, and Humboldt University Berlin. Her research interests include: Nation-Building and National Identity in the Middle Ages Political Thought and Legitimacy Vernacular Literature and Language Politics Manuscript Transmission and Textual Reception State Formation and Feudal Opposition Medieval Czech and Brabant History Her recent publications reveal a strong thematic focus on the emergence of national subjects, the naturalization of political power, and the role of the nobility in shaping political discourse. Her work often employs comparative frameworks between Bohemia and Brabant, analyzing how different socio-political structures influenced the development of national consciousness. She has received significant recognition through scientific awards including: Marie Skłodowska-Curie fellowship (2020-2022) FNR-CORE grant (2015-2018) FNR-AFR grant (2013-2015) Fernand Braudel-Clemens Heller grant (2013) MAEE, CNRS, CEFRES, Prague grant (2011-2012) Eloise Adde supervises PhD students and has advised Samuel Beňa on the reign of George of Poděbrady. She teaches courses such as The Medieval Nation, Historiography, and Manuscripts, Textual Flow, New Audiences. She is currently preparing a monograph titled Nation – Power – Subjectivity: The Making of National Subjects in Late Medieval Bohemia and Brabant (1300-1450) . She is also co-editing several conference proceedings on Luxembourg dynasty, naturalization of power, and premodern nation-building.

• Digital Media
• Media and Communication
• Sociology of Youth
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Tom DE LEYN is a Tenure Track Assistant Professor at Hasselt University's School of Social Sciences, where he contributes to the Capacity group Social Sciences and the Research group Research for Digitalisation, Diversity and Democracy. His work bridges media studies, sociology, and digital anthropology with a focus on youth experiences in technology-mediated environments. Based at Campus Hasselt in the Faculty of Law building, he actively engages in interdisciplinary research examining the societal implications of digital transformation. His research centers on Digital Media, Media and Communication, and the Sociology of Youth, with particular emphasis on Privacy and Surveillance dynamics across diverse cultural contexts. He investigates how children, adolescents, and ethno-religious minorities navigate digital spaces, parental mediation, and mobile technologies through qualitative and ethnographic approaches. Key themes include digital disconnection practices, intimate surveillance, and the socio-cultural construction of technology use, often comparing Global North and South contexts like Belgium and Liberia. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a cohesive trajectory examining digital harms assessment scales, children's perspectives on surveillance, and the paradoxes of digital disconnection policies. His work consistently employs innovative methodologies like the 360° interview technique while addressing critical gaps in understanding racial, gendered, and age-based digital inequalities. This scholarship demonstrates strong thematic continuity across media sociology, youth studies, and critical technology assessment. No scientific awards were mentioned in available sources. Tom DE LEYN actively contributes to academic training as a coordinating lecturer for courses including Media and Communication Studies I, Digital Media and Civil Society, and Qualitative Research Methods. He currently leads the 'Environmental analysis digital skills' research project (2025) focused on community service learning contexts, demonstrating practical engagement with digital inclusion initiatives. Within Hasselt University's research ecosystem, he operates through the Research group Research for Digitalisation, Diversity and Democracy, which examines technology's societal impacts through lenses of diversity, democratic processes, and digital transformation. This affiliation positions his work at the intersection of theoretical innovation and real-world policy relevance, particularly regarding youth digital rights and inclusive technology design.

• Applied Ethics
• Normative Ethics
• Social and Political Philosophy
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Joakim Sandberg is Professor of Practical Philosophy at University of Gothenburg (Sweden) and Professor of Economics and Finance from a Humanist Perspective at University of Groningen (the Netherlands). He works within the Department of Philosophy, Linguistics, Theory of Science at Gothenburg, where he also earned his PhD in 2008. His primary research focuses on the intersection of moral philosophy, political philosophy, and economics, with particular expertise in business ethics, financial ethics, and socially responsible investment. Sandberg has made significant contributions to understanding ethical issues in microfinance, CEO compensation, alternative currencies, and shareholder activism. As editor for the Business Ethics section of PhilPapers, he plays an influential role in shaping discourse in his field. His recent publications reveal a clear trend toward examining the philosophical foundations of money and finance, culminating in the 2024 Oxford University Press edited volume The Philosophy of Money and Finance . His work consistently analyzes the tension between moral considerations and financial practices, questioning whether ethical investing can truly make a difference and exploring the normative foundations of financial systems. His research spans metaphysical, epistemological, ethical, and political dimensions of money and finance. Editor for the Business Ethics section of PhilPapers Contributing author to multiple authoritative encyclopedias including The International Encyclopedia of Ethics Regular contributor to top journals such as Business Ethics Quarterly, Journal of Business Ethics, and Journal of Applied Philosophy Sandberg's research has practical implications for corporate governance, investment practices, and financial regulation. His work on CEO compensation challenges conventional justifications for executive pay, while his research on microfinance examines the ethical boundaries of high-interest lending to the poor. His recent work on alternative currencies and central bank digital currencies addresses timely questions about the future of money in the digital age.

• Hebrew Bible Studies
• Ancient Near Eastern History
• Biblical Narrative Analysis
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Stephen Germany is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Theology, University of Basel, specializing in Hebrew Bible studies. His research focuses on the literary history of the Hebrew Bible, particularly the Pentateuch and Former Prophets, with an emphasis on analyzing conflicts between Israel/Judah and neighboring nations like the Philistines and Arameans. He is affiliated with the research project ‘Transforming Memories of Collective Violence in the Hebrew Bible,’ funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. Germany holds a Habilitation from the University of Basel (2023), a Ph.D. from Emory University (2016), an M.T.S. from Harvard University (2011), and a B.A. from Oglethorpe University (2008). His research investigates how biblical narratives construct historical patterns and rhetorical functions, such as the portrayal of Philistines and Arameans as ‘stock characters’ in Samuel-Kings. He also explores the formation of biblical texts within their historical contexts, combining literary analysis with archaeological and extrabiblical sources. Germany has contributed to numerous academic publications on topics ranging from book-seams in the Hexateuch to the geopolitical dynamics in Transjordan during the monarchic period. His work bridges biblical exegesis with historical and interdisciplinary approaches, addressing questions of identity, memory, and historiography. Germany collaborates on projects like the ‘Book-Seams in the Hexateuch’ series and has edited volumes on Israel-Judah relations and collective violence in the ancient Mediterranean.

Christoph GüntherView profile

Researcher

• Islamic Studies
• Political Islam
• Visual Culture
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Dr. Christoph Günther is a researcher at the Institute of Ethnology and African Studies at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, where he leads a BMBF-funded Junior Research Group on Jihadism on the Internet since 2017. Previously, he served as a Guest Professor at the same institution during Summer Semester 2016, hosted by Prof. Dr. Matthias Krings. His academic journey includes research positions at the Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology in Halle/Saale until 2016 and teaching appointments at the Universities of Marburg and Leipzig. PhD from University of Leipzig (2013) MA in Islamic Studies, History and Arabic Studies from University of Bamberg (2002-2008) Studies at University of Cairo (2004/2005) DFG Research Training Group Fellow at University of Leipzig (2010-2013) Dr. Günther specializes in the ideology and visual culture of the Islamic State (IS), with particular focus on jihadist online propaganda, visual communication strategies, and the intersection of religious ideology with state-building aspirations. His research examines how IS constructs authority through visual media and how these materials are received and appropriated by various audiences. He is recognized as an expert in this field and is frequently consulted by media outlets for his in-depth knowledge of IS propaganda mechanisms. His research has identified significant shifts in jihadist propaganda quality since 2013, moving beyond traditional political or Islamic studies approaches to incorporate media-cultural and media-anthropological perspectives. This interdisciplinary approach provides novel insights into jihadists' self-perception and how their messaging resonates with different audiences, including non-regional viewers in the 'Global North' and regional Arabic-speaking populations. Regular media commentator on IS ideology and visual culture Organizer of the 'Jihadi Audiovisualities' conference (October 2018) Conducted research on IS propaganda targeting Western audiences Investigated regional Arabic material from Syria and Iraq Analyzed Boko Haram's Hausa-language propaganda Dr. Günther's work bridges academic research and practical counter-terrorism efforts through his contributions to understanding jihadist justification narratives and potential counter-narratives. His research has significant societal relevance given the evolving nature of online radicalization and the professionalization of jihadist media production.