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Richard RemediosView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Psychology
• Academic Motivation
• High-stakes Examinations
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Richard Remedios is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Nottingham Trent University (NTU), specializing in educational psychology, academic motivation, and high-stakes examinations. He has served as Chair of the Psychology Teaching and Learning Committee and leads the Psychology suite of modules in Education. His career spans roles at NTU (2021–present), NTU as Senior Lecturer (2019–2021), Northcentral University as Professor (2014–2019), and consultancy work with ICF International (2013–2019). Prior roles include Lecturer at Durham University (2006–2013) and Research Fellow at the University of Stirling (2003–2006). Academic Focus: Motivational messaging in education, fear appeals, academic self-efficacy, achievement goals. Supervision: Mentors UG, PG, and PhD students, including T.C. Hutton’s 2025 thesis on medical clinical reasoning. Research Themes: Teacher and parental motivational strategies, psychological impacts of high-stakes exams, methodological rigor in educational research. Publications: Over 15 articles and book chapters analyzing fear appeals, academic buoyancy, and mixed-methods research in achievement goal theory. Conferences: Regular contributions to Psychology of Education Section Annual Conferences (2022–2025) and Advance HE Teaching and Learning Conferences (2024).

Jee ChangView profile

Assistant Professor

• Leadership Development
• Organization Design
• Design Thinking
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Jee Chang is a part-time Assistant Professor at The New School's Parsons School of Design and an adjunct professor at Pratt Institute. As founder and Leadership Director of UME , a collaborative design studio, she merges creative direction with leadership development to advance feminine leadership and organizational consciousness. Leadership Development Organization Design Design Thinking Systems Thinking Feminine Leadership Design in Developing Countries With two decades of experience leading creative teams for Amazon Fashion, CNN, Food Network, and emerging brands, she emphasizes aligning personal and organizational values. Her teaching includes Senior Project 2: Capstone (PUDM 4121) at Parsons and Pratt. UME focuses on regenerative branding and inclusive leadership frameworks. She is currently pursuing ICF certification through the Newfield Organization. Outside academia, she supports social change initiatives in developing countries and mentors young women through collaborative design.

• Fashion Design
• Textiles
• Illustration
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Yoon-Jong Chang is a **Part-time Assistant Professor** in the BFA Fashion Design program at Parsons, The New School for Design. She holds a BFA from Parsons and has international academic experience through studies at Parsons Paris and Winchester School of Art. Her teaching focuses on nurturing students' individual design perspectives through innovative methodologies. Professional Background: After graduating, she worked for 13 years at Cynthia Steffe, eventually becoming Design Director. She co-founded the contemporary womenswear label *Whistle & Flute*, which earned multiple awards including the GENART Design Vision Award and Samsung Fashion & Design Fund recognition. Her work has been featured in *WWD*, *Nylon*, *Harper’s Bazaar Korea*, and *NYTimes T Magazine*. Research Interests: Fashion Design, Textiles, Illustration, Sculpture, Sustainability Affiliations: Board Member of Foster Pride (supports foster care youth through art) Recent Courses Taught: Thesis 1/2, Visual Communication Studio 2 (2024–2026) Awards: Highlighted for visionary womenswear designs and contributions to emerging fashion talent. Her academic writing spans art education and creative collaboration, with contributions to *Ladies Drawing Night* and *KYOPO* projects exploring identity and immigration.

Lucas OsbornView profile

Professor

• Intellectual Property Law
• Patent Law
• Digital Technology and Law
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Lucas Osborn serves as Professor and founder/director of the Intellectual Property Law Program at Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law, while maintaining an active practice as Of Counsel at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP specializing in IP litigation, prosecution, and licensing for digital technologies including 3D printing, software, and chemical engineering applications. Education: Harvard Law School, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2004 Texas A&M University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), summa cum laude, 2000; Chemical Engineering Research Interests: Professor Osborn’s scholarship critically examines intellectual property law’s adaptation to technological disruption, with concentrated expertise in patent law and the legal implications of 3D printing/digital manufacturing. His work analyzes copyright authorship in AI-generated content, trademark protection for virtual goods, and regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies. The Cambridge University Press publication 3D Printing and Intellectual Property (2019) established foundational analysis for this rapidly evolving field. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals three dominant trends: (1) doctrinal challenges in applying traditional IP frameworks to digital fabrication, (2) boundary expansions for trademark protection in virtual environments, and (3) policy proposals for balancing innovation incentives against public access in the digital age. His scholarship consistently bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical industry implications. Awards and Honors: Campbell University’s D. P. Russ, Jr. and Walter S. Jones, Sr. Alumni Award for Research Excellence (2016) Campbell University’s Law Dean’s Excellence in Research Award (2014) The Best Lawyers in America©, Litigation – Patent (2024–Present) Professor Osborn leads law students on annual Panama “Study & Service” trips combining legal education with community development, demonstrating his commitment to experiential learning. His research impact is evidenced by citations in major publications including Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg News, along with his influential four-year appointment (2014-2019) to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons Confidentiality Commission. As director of Campbell’s Intellectual Property Law Program, he has cultivated an interdisciplinary academic environment connecting law students with industry professionals through specialized coursework, guest lectures from patent practitioners, and technology-focused moot court competitions addressing contemporary IP dilemmas.

Jose M. AlcarazView profile

Research Fellow

• Human Resource Management
• Sustainability
• Business Ethics
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Dr. Jose M. Alcaraz serves as a Research Fellow at Munich Business School (MBS) in Munich, Germany. His academic career spans international institutions including ESDES Lyon Business School (France), Raffles Design Institute (Shanghai), University of Dubai, Leicester University (Dubai campus), Barna Management School (Santo Domingo), and Murdoch University (Perth). Holding a PhD in Digitalization of Human Capital Management, he has directed multiple global MBA programs and maintains industry ties through prior software leadership roles and collaboration with The RBL Group on HR transformation initiatives. His research centers on Human Resource Management, Sustainability, and Business Ethics, with recent focus on science fiction's capacity to envision socio-technical futures. In partnership with SciFutures (dubbed "the coolest company in the world" by Fast Company), he explores sci-fi storytelling for business scenario-building and innovation. This interdisciplinary approach bridges critical management studies with creative foresight methodologies. Dr. Alcaraz's publication portfolio demonstrates consistent output across top-tier journals like Work, Employment and Society and Organization & Environment , with recurring themes in teleworking dynamics, gender equity, planetary boundaries, and sustainability education. His work increasingly integrates narrative techniques from science fiction into management scholarship, reflecting evolving research trajectories toward imaginative scenario planning. At MBS, he teaches Bachelor International Business, Master International Business, Master Sports Business and Communication, and MBA General Management courses. His industry background informs practical applications in classroom instruction, particularly regarding HR transformation and sustainability implementation challenges faced by global organizations.

Martin GeislerView profile

Professor

• Media Education
• Digital Games in Education
• Animal-Assisted Therapy
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Prof. Martin Geisler is a Professor of Culture and Media at the Ernst-Abbe-Hochschule Jena (EAH) in the Department of Social Work since 2011. He leads the media education institute Spawnpoint and is the state spokesperson for the Society for Media Education and Communication Culture in Thuringia. His academic career includes a doctorate from the University of Erfurt (2008) on computer game communities and roles as a lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences in Erfurt. Geisler designs and directs the part-time 'Game and Media Pedagogy' program, focusing on media literacy, digital games in education, and animal-assisted interventions. His research spans youth media use, humor in education, and cultural pedagogy. He advises numerous students on topics like animal-assisted therapy, cyberbullying, and social inclusion. Key roles include vice-chairmanship of ImproVision theatre (2005-2014) and active engagement in art, acting, and gaming. Education: Walter Gropius School of Art and Design; Social Education, University of Applied Sciences Erfurt. Research Interests: Media education, digital games in pedagogy, animal-assisted methods, and youth media studies. Recent work addresses microtransactions' impact on gamers, flow in esports, and storytelling in cultural education. Grants & Projects: Leading research on gaming pedagogy, Spawnpoint initiatives, and state-level media education advocacy. Collaborations include intercultural education via forum theatre and animal-assisted interventions in healthcare. Labs/Teams: Directs Spawnpoint, a hub for media and game pedagogy, and coordinates interdisciplinary projects on social work with digital tools.

• Urban Design
• Urban Studies
• Organizational Theory
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Christopher Dell is a Professor and theorist specialising in urban forms of knowledge, organisational theory, and relational practices. He directs the Institute for Improvisation Technology (ifit) in Berlin and previously held a professorship for Urban Forms of Knowledge at a university (exact name unspecified). His work focuses on trans-disciplinary approaches to urban design, improvisation in architecture, and the interplay of organisational processes and urban spaces. His research interests include the conceptualisation of relational forms of action, spatial agency, and the role of improvisation in architectural and urban design. He has taught at institutions like Technical University Munich, the Architectural Association in London, and the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. Publications span urban theory, collaborative planning methodologies, and spatial analysis, with recent works addressing contested urban spaces and performative approaches to urban design. His projects often involve experimental collaborations, such as the 'Building a Proposition for Future Activities' initiative in Hamburg. He leads the ifit institute, exploring improvisation as a tool for innovative spatial practices. His teaching includes courses on urban composition, research methods, and the social dimensions of urban environments.

David Leicester HardyView profile

Associate Professor

• User Interface Design
• User Experience Design
• Motion Graphics & Animation
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David Leicester Hardy is the Graphic Design Area Coordinator and Associate Professor of Graphic Design at James Madison University (JMU), within the School of Art, Design and Art History. His practice emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to design and technology, focusing on digital methods, hacking tools for novel uses, and extended reality. Prior to academia, he worked at MGM Resorts as a senior web designer and in ad agencies like Ogilvy's Creative Studio. Education: M.F.A., University of Baltimore B.A., University of Maryland Research Interests: Hardy’s work explores digital media design, user-centered interfaces, and the intersection of traditional graphic design with emerging technologies like Extended Reality (XR). His forthcoming book, Introduction to Digital Media Design , emphasizes adaptable design skills and tool-hacking for innovative applications. He prioritizes accessibility across disciplines, bridging gaps between diverse design practices. Awards & Grants: Design Incubation Fellowship (Book Authoring Track) CVPA Summer Research Grant (2018) Advising & Professional Roles: Hardy previously directed the Graphic Communications Program at the College of Southern Nevada and served as President of the Las Vegas AIGA chapter, organizing professional development initiatives. His mentorship extends to study abroad programs, including a Dutch Design-focused program in Amsterdam. Labs/Teams: Coordinates the Graphic Design Area at JMU, fostering interdisciplinary projects and community-focused design solutions.

Joseph D. Van RiperView profile

Professor

• Music History
• Music Performance
• Music Education
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Joseph D. Van Riper is a Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Department at Principia College. He joined the faculty in 2010, specializing in conducting, American popular music, musical theatre, musicianship, and applied trumpet lessons. He directs the College orchestra, choir, jazz ensemble, and chamber ensembles. Van Riper is an active performer on trumpet and piano in traditional jazz ensembles in St. Louis and serves as a substitute organist for the St. Louis Blues. Education: DMA in Instrumental and Choral Conducting (George Mason University), MM (Boston University and Illinois State University), BA (Principia College). His research focuses on turn-of-the-century mechanical music, including his dissertation, The Reproducing Piano: A Portrait of the Artist , which examines the historical impact of reproducing pianos on performance practices. He co-directed a 2016–2017 Principia abroad program in Vienna, Prague, and Paris, emphasizing music studies. Awards include recognition from the U.S. Air Force Band and Army Band, along with academic fellowships. Professional Affiliations: Phi Mu Alpha, College Orchestra Directors Association, National Band Association. Van Riper values Principia’s focus on character education and enjoys mentoring students through ensembles and classroom teaching, highlighting their creativity and humor.

William BrownView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Film-philosophy
• Film theory
• Digital cinema
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William Brown is a Senior Lecturer in Film at the University of Roehampton, affiliated with the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences and the Centre for Research in Arts and Creative Exchange. He holds a DPhil in Film Theory and Digital Cinema from the University of Oxford, alongside a BA and MSt from the same institution. His teaching spans BA and MA modules including Forms of Cinema, World Cinemas, and Guerrilla Filmmaking, while he also serves as Exams Officer for Film Studies. Research interests focus on film-philosophy, digital cinema, cognitive film theory, and transnational cinema. As a filmmaker, he directed acclaimed features like EN ATTENDANT GODARD (2009) and AFTERIMAGES (2010), with recent projects including THE BENEFIT OF DOUBT . He is actively involved in academic editing and peer review, serving as Book Reviews Editor for Film-Philosophy and Studies in European Cinema , and reviewing for over 20 journals and publishers. His research outputs (107 articles, reviews, and creative works) explore intersections between film theory, philosophy, and digital media. Notable publications include analyses of Sofia Coppola’s work and transnational cinema dynamics. Peer-reviewed contributions span journals like Screen and Senses of Cinema , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach.

Jo StockhamView profile

Professor

• Contemporary Art
• Printmaking
• Material Culture
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Jo Stockham serves as Head of Printmaking at the Royal College of Art's School of Arts & Humanities. With a distinguished career spanning studio practice, academic leadership, and international exhibitions, she bridges theoretical exploration with practical art-making. Her position at the RCA represents the culmination of decades of engagement with contemporary art institutions. Stockham's research interests focus on the intersection of art and technology, material culture, and critical practice. She leads the Radical Matter Research proto-Centre, which investigates 'twenty-first-century material culture at the intersection of poetics, contemporary art and wild science, with emphasis on the sensuous, often malicious, generative-AI/human-interspecies-machine co-evolution.' Her work frequently explores site histories, the construction of the natural world, and the relationship between physical and digital realms. Her recent publications reveal a consistent engagement with printmaking as an expanded field, the evolving relationship between photography and print, and the implications of digital technologies on artistic practice. These works demonstrate her theoretical depth while remaining grounded in material exploration and studio practice. Ampersand Fellow at the British School at Rome (2022) Henry Moore Fellowship at Kettle's Yard Yaddo Fellowship in New York Artist in Residence at Warwick University Stockham has supervised multiple research students including Liz K Miller and Cole Robertson (completed) and Marina Stavrou (current). Her teaching and research are deeply connected to her studio practice, which has been supported by workshops at major institutions including Tate, Whitechapel Gallery, and Camden Arts Centre before her full-time appointment at the RCA in 2008. Her work with the RCA Robotics Laboratory and Rapidform RCA demonstrates her commitment to exploring the human implications of technological advancement through direct engagement with emerging tools and processes. This hands-on approach informs both her artistic production and academic leadership.

Sarah EarleView profile

Professor

• Primary Science Education
• Educational Assessment
• Teacher Professional Development
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Sarah Earle is a Professor of Primary Science Education at Bath Spa University, affiliated with the School of Education. Her work focuses on improving science education through innovative assessment strategies, teacher professional development, and curriculum design. She leads the TAPS project, which has demonstrated positive impacts on pupil learning, and contributes to the Nuffield Practical Work in Primary Science initiative. She holds editorial roles for the Journal of Emergent Science and the Research in Science and Technological Education journal. Her professional qualifications include Chartered Science Teacher status and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. Education: BA(Hons), University of Sheffield PGCE, University of Leicester MTeach, Bath Spa University PhD, Bath Spa University (2018) Research Interests: Primary Science Education, assessment methodologies, teacher professional development, early childhood science pedagogy, and curriculum innovation. She emphasizes the integration of formative and summative assessment, classroom-based inquiry, and the use of technology to enhance learning. Her work often addresses the challenges of balancing educational standards with creative teaching practices. Articles Overview: Her recent publications explore cognitive science applications in primary science, the efficacy of online teacher training, and the role of play in early science education. She consistently advocates for evidence-based practices and teacher agency in curriculum design. Awards & Fellowships: Chartered Science Teacher (CSciTeach) since 2008 Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) since 2017 Founding Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching since 2019 Advising & Grants: Leads the TAPS project funded by the Primary Science Teaching Trust and collaborates with organizations like the Nuffield Foundation. She also chairs the ASE West of England committee and is a Senior Regional Hub Leader for Wales and West. Labs/Teams: Directs the TAPS initiative and collaborates with the Primary Science Quality Mark Program, fostering partnerships between schools and educational institutions.

Jonathan M. AdlerView profile

Professor

• Narrative Identity
• Psychological Well-being
• Disability and Illness
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Jonathan M. Adler is a Professor of Psychology at Olin College of Engineering, specializing in narrative identity and its relationship to psychological well-being. His work bridges academic research, artistic expression, and clinical practice, with a focus on disability, illness, and storytelling. Research interests include narrative identity development, the impact of adversity on self-concept, and applications of storytelling in healthcare. He leads initiatives like the Health Story Collaborative, empowering patients and providers through narrative practices. Collaborations with The Story Lab involve annual story slams and theater productions that integrate psychological science with creative arts. Adler’s scholarship emphasizes interdisciplinary methods, including qualitative research and scale development (e.g., the Narrative Identity Self-Evaluation Scale). He advocates for open science practices in academic publishing, contributing guidelines for editors. His current projects explore identity integration in disability contexts and the role of interdependence narratives in well-being. Advising and grants include directing theater productions and mentoring interdisciplinary collaborations. He co-authored an Off-Broadway play and teaches courses merging psychology with storytelling and performance. Ongoing work includes a book on identity development and a longitudinal study on disability narratives during the pandemic.

• Performing Arts
• Theater Studies
• Contemporary Circus
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Louis Patrick Leroux is a Visiting Professor at Concordia University, affiliated with the Department of English, Literature and Quebec Culture, and the Department of French Studies. He is also a professor at the National Circus School in Montreal, specializing in Creative Writing, History and Aesthetics of the Performing Arts, and theater translation. Research Focus: Contemporary circus, Quebec theater, dramaturgical analysis, and cultural transfer through translation. Collaborations: Engages in interdisciplinary dialogue with institutions like IHRIM and CERCC, focusing on translation methodologies and polyglossia in theater. Lectures & Workshops: Delivered lectures on Quebec circus narratives and evolving methodologies in Lyon, alongside a bilingual workshop on poetic translation.

Denis GrégoireView profile

Professor

• Entrepreneurship
• Cognitive sciences
• Entrepreneurial opportunities
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Denis Grégoire is a Professor at HEC Montréal's Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation. He holds the Rogers—J.A. Bombardier Chair of Entrepreneurship and serves as an Associate Editor for the Academy of Management Journal and Associate Director of the Creative Destruction Lab - Montreal. His expertise spans entrepreneurship, cognitive sciences, and research methods. Grégoire earned a Ph.D. in Business Administration (Strategy and Entrepreneurship) from the University of Colorado at Boulder, an M.Sc. in Management from HEC Montréal, and a B.Sc. in Architecture from McGill University. His research focuses on cognitive processes supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and strategy. Notable recent work includes studies on data utilization in entrepreneurship, statistics anxiety in education, and venture idea assessment frameworks. He has supervised multiple Master's theses and projects on topics like AI startups and aviation labor shortages. Grégoire is actively involved in teaching courses such as 'Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Concepts and Tools' and contributes to academic leadership roles.