Find Academic Supervisors

• English Renaissance Literature
• Postcolonial Studies
• Literary Theory
• +3 more

Fernando Javier de Castanedo Arriandiaga is a Professor of Modern Philology at the University of Alcalá (UAH), specializing in English literature with particular focus on the Renaissance period and postcolonial studies. His research bridges literary theory, cultural studies, and Blakean analysis, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to textual and visual culture. Key research interests include William Blake's manuscripts, Shakespearean intertextuality, and the intersection of literature with visual arts. He has led multiple projects funded by institutions like Wellesley College, exploring topics such as Dickens' adaptations of Shakespeare and Blake's creative process. Recent publications include analyses of Blake's An Island in the Moon , intertextual links between Dickens and Shakespeare, and comprehensive annual scholarship checklists for William Blake studies. His work often combines meticulous textual criticism with broader cultural and historical frameworks. He participates in the 'Literaturas y Culturas en Lengua Inglesa' research group, focusing on areas like reception studies, Irish literature, and narrative theory. Notable projects include a 2023 study on Hamlet's influence in Great Expectations and a 2018 network on 18th-century literature and visual culture. Castanedo Arriandiaga has contributed to pedagogical materials like Cindy y el dron , integrating contemporary themes into language education. His career spans over two decades with sustained engagement in both literary scholarship and academic leadership.

Suzanne HallView profile

Associate Professor

• Pre-service music teacher training
• Music and language arts connections
• Comprehensive musicianship
• +3 more

Dr. Suzanne Hall serves as Associate Professor of Music Education at Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance, where she teaches general music and music education introduction courses. With extensive K-5 teaching experience in Florida and Tennessee, she previously coordinated Augusta University's music education program and taught at the University of Central Florida. Her academic credentials include: PhD from University of Memphis MEd from University of Central Florida BME from University of Central Florida Dr. Hall's research pioneers the integration of music with language arts, focusing on pre-service teacher development and comprehensive musicianship. She examines how storybooks enhance music experiences while advancing literacy skills, with recent work emphasizing diversity and inclusion strategies. Her scholarship bridges cognitive theory with practical classroom applications across early childhood through K-12 settings. Analysis of her 2012-2020 publications reveals consistent exploration of music-literacy intersections, evolving toward stronger emphasis on cultural diversity after 2016. Her work demonstrates systematic progression from foundational parallel analysis to actionable diversity frameworks, featuring practical strategies like picture book sequencing and culturally responsive repertoire selection. Dr. Hall actively contributes to professional communities as advisory board member for the International Journal of Education and the Arts and committee member for the College Music Society's Cultural Inclusion initiative. She has delivered nationwide professional development workshops on music-literacy integration for school districts including Boston Public Schools and Philadelphia School District. Her research program includes curriculum development projects such as the language arts-integrated music curriculum commissioned by a Memphis charter school, with current work focusing on overcoming diversity barriers in music education through culturally responsive texts and inclusive pedagogical models.

Joyce RosenbergView profile

Clinical Professor

• Employment Law
• Legal Writing
• Lawyering Skills
• +3 more

Joyce Rosenberg is a Clinical Professor of Law and Robert A. Schroeder Teaching Fellow at the University of Kansas School of Law since 2005. She holds a J.D. from KU Law (1996) and B.A. from Boston University (1992). Previously practiced labor/employment law in Kansas City (1996–2003), specializing in employment litigation and preventive HR law. Known for expertise in legal writing pedagogy, she teaches Employment Law, Lawyering Skills, Advanced Legal Writing, and Deposition Skills. Awards include the Immel Teaching Excellence Award (2017) and Schroeder Teaching Fellowship (2019). Promoted to Clinical Professor in 2020. Research focuses on improving legal communication, professional writing standards, and experiential learning techniques. Her publications emphasize modern challenges in legal writing, including digital etiquette, jargon reduction, and technology integration. Active in legal education conferences, presenting on topics like constructive feedback methods and experiential learning design. Served as Kansas Law Review Editor-in-Chief during law school. Engaged in curriculum development for skills-based courses, advocating for real-world application in legal training. Her work bridges theoretical knowledge with practical legal practice, emphasizing client-centric communication and ethical professionalism.

• Linguistics
• Philology
• Multilingualism
• +6 more

Sirkku Latomaa is a Lecturer in Language Studies, affiliated with a multidisciplinary research center for languages and cultures. Her work intersects linguistics, education, and multilingualism. Department: Language Studies Research Interests Her research focuses on multilingual education, language policy, and the intersection of literacy with cultural identity. She explores inclusivity in language instruction, translation practices, and the sociolinguistic impacts of migration. Latomaa also investigates machine translation technologies and their educational applications. Scientific Awards Opetuksen kehittämisstipendi (2013) Advising and Academic Engagement Latomaa supervises master’s students and participates in academic activities including conference presentations, editorial board memberships, and peer-review work for journals like Tiedepolitiikka and Mikael . She contributes to public discourse through media appearances.

Eiko IchinoseView profile

Lecturer

• Japanese Language Education
• Second Language Acquisition
• Japanese Pedagogy
• +3 more

Eiko Ichinose is a Lecturer in Japanese at Lake Forest College, part of the Modern Languages and Literatures department. She teaches a range of Japanese language courses from beginner to advanced levels, including specialized tutorials on pedagogy and creative writing. Her educational background includes a BA in English and American Literature from Ritsumeikan University (Kyoto, Japan) and certification in Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language from Pana Lingua Institute (Tokyo, Japan). Her courses emphasize language proficiency, cultural immersion, and practical teaching methodologies. While no specific research publications or awards are listed, her academic focus aligns with applied linguistics and language education innovation. She advises students on language acquisition techniques and maintains a curriculum covering oral proficiency, reading comprehension, and creative expression in Japanese.

Jie CaoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
• Dialogue Systems
• +4 more

Dr. Jie Cao is an Assistant Professor at the School of Computer Science, University of Oklahoma, affiliated with the Gallogly College of Engineering and the Data Science and Analytics Institute. He holds a PhD from the University of Utah, and MS/BS degrees from Huazhong University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning (ML), dialogue systems, structured prediction, and trustworthy AI applications in education and healthcare. Prior to OU, he was a postdoctoral researcher at the NSF AI Institute for Student-AI Teaming (iSAT) at the University of Colorado Boulder, and worked as a research scientist at WeChat AI, Amazon, and in software engineering at Alibaba and Baidu. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Utah MS in Computer Science, Huazhong University of Science and Technology BS in Information Security, Huazhong University of Science and Technology Research Interests: Dr. Cao’s work spans multi-party/multimodal dialogue analysis, LLM alignment, efficient structured prediction, and robust AI deployment. Notable projects include AI partners for collaborative classrooms, discourse analysis in psychotherapy, and database workload characterization. His research bridges foundational NLP/ML advancements with interdisciplinary applications in education, healthcare, and material science. Key Achievements: Recipient of the iSAT Trainee Grant (2023) and Alternative Textbook Grant (2025) Lead developer of MatterChat, a multi-modal LLM for material science Published over 20 peer-reviewed papers in top venues like ACL, COLING, and IEEE TVCG Co-instructor for NLP courses integrating LLM and agentic AI materials Labs & Teams: Leads the OUNLP lab at OU, focusing on advancing dialogue systems and trustworthy AI solutions.

Biu Huntington-RaineyView profile

Research Fellow

• Pragmatics
• Psycholinguistics
• Syntax
• +1 more

Biu Huntington-Rainey is a Doctoral Research Fellow at the Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas, University of Oslo, within the Faculty of Humanities. They are a PhD candidate affiliated with two research projects: "Creativity and Convention in Pragmatic Development" and "DEVCOM", which investigate children's development of non-literal language comprehension using combined implicit and explicit methodologies. Education: 2020: MA Linguistics with Pragmatics from University College London 2019: BA Linguistics from SOAS University of London Their research centers on the syntax-pragmatic interface, examining how word class distinctions influence meaning and their role in language acquisition. With interests spanning pragmatics, psycholinguistics, syntax, and word meaning, their work employs innovative experimental designs to map the effects of growing sensitivity to sense conventions in child language development. Recent scholarly output includes a co-authored article in Science Advances (2023) on linguistic diversity and language evolution, which utilized large-scale comparative analysis to demonstrate the importance of genealogical constraints and the consequences of language loss. No scientific awards were mentioned in the provided information. As a doctoral candidate, Biu Huntington-Rainey is not currently supervising students. They are actively involved in the "Pragmatics: Theory & Experiments" research group and contribute to the aforementioned projects, which form the core of their academic activities at the University of Oslo.

• Second Language Acquisition
• Heritage Language Acquisition
• Spanish as a Foreign Language
• +12 more

Alba Bordetas Bonilla is a Lecturer in Spanish at the Department of Applied Foreign Languages (LEA) at Toulouse - Jean Jaurès University, where she teaches knowledge, practice, and learning of the Spanish language. She is affiliated with the NeuroPsychoLinguistics Laboratory (LNPL), actively contributing to research and administrative functions, including serving as Communication Officer and Co-Coordinator of Languages in LEA. Her research centers on second language acquisition, with a strong focus on Spanish as a heritage language in France, multilingual learners, linguistic awareness, and multimodal comprehension through audiovisual and narrative media. She explores how cognitive processes like mental representation, lexical memory, and inferencing support language understanding. The trends in her scholarly output from 2013 to 2023 reveal a consistent commitment to innovative, interdisciplinary pedagogy, integrating theatre, poetry, digital tools, and authentic artistic materials into language education. Her work emphasizes learner autonomy, emotional and aesthetic engagement, and the use of technology to enhance comprehension and self-regulated learning. Scientific Contributions and Projects: Co-leader of the ENCLAE/FabulaE project, developing a digital tool for Spanish learners using narration and personification. Co-leader of the Virtualang project promoting intercultural podcast creation between French and Spanish university students. Member of the INMIGRA3 project on heritage Spanish in France, funded by European and Madrid regional funds. Administrative and Professional Roles: Member of the Board and Council of the LNPL. Communication Officer, LNPL. Co-Coordinator of Languages, LEA Department. Educational Manager, Second Year LEA – Spanish. Reviewer for the digital learning platform "Languages in Acts" (2013). She has presented at numerous academic conferences and contributes to teacher training and curriculum development in applied linguistics.

• Linguistics
• Applied Linguistics
• Croatian Language
• +6 more

Ana Torlak, PhD , is a researcher at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Split , focusing on Linguistics and Language Education . Her work spans Croatian and Italian language studies , discourse analysis , and pedagogical methodologies , with contributions to understanding linguistic terminology, multilingualism, and cultural identity. Research Trends : Her recent studies address English-medium instruction , contemporary language education , and cross-linguistic interactions , often analyzing textbooks, media, and historical texts. Interdisciplinary Engagement : She participates in conferences like DARIAH-HR Digital Humanities and ASMOSIA , linking language studies to broader cultural and material contexts.

• Writing Instruction
• Children's Literature
• Literacy Education
• +3 more

Bjørn Arild Hansen Ersland is a Professor of Writing at the Faculty of Educational Sciences and Humanities, University of Stavanger. His work bridges literacy education , children's literature , and creative writing pedagogy , with a focus on developing educational materials and understanding pre-service teachers' self-efficacy. Primary Research Areas: Writing Instruction, Children's Literature, Literacy Education, Norwegian Coastal History Awards: State Artist Stipend (2014, 2015), Rogaland Cultural Stipend (2016), Gull i Belma (2021), and multiple nominations for literary prizes. Ersland's publications include peer-reviewed research on teacher training, such as the 2023 article Write to me , and over 40 children's/YA books, notably the Fabel textbook series (2020–2022) and creative works like Hestejenter (2024). He also authored non-fiction on maritime history and rural politics. Scientific Awards & Nominations: 2003, 2005, 2006: Nominated for Sørlandet Literature Prize 2009: Odd Nansen Stipend for Non-Fiction and Criticism 2017: 10-Year State Stipend for Established Artists 2021: Gull i Belma Award for European Learning Materials Ersland contributes to educational innovation , including workshops like Skriv som du vil (2025), and has served on textbook development teams for primary education since 2019.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Graph Neural Networks
• +4 more

Tomasz Kajdanowicz serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence at Wrocław University of Science and Technology's Faculty of Information and Communication Technology. His research bridges theoretical machine learning with practical cybersecurity and natural language processing applications. His primary research interests focus on graph neural networks , large language model optimization , and interpretable cybersecurity systems . Notable contributions include the MIRAD framework for ransomware detection and PUGG dataset development for Polish language processing. His work demonstrates consistent innovation in graph representation learning, particularly through multiplex graph fusion techniques and knowledge graph enrichment strategies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trajectory toward trustworthy AI systems with emphasis on hallucination detection (FactSelfCheck), latent space optimization (LatentPrompt), and synthetic data generation for medical applications. His cybersecurity research shows increasing sophistication in interpretable threat detection mechanisms. His academic supervision includes multiple doctoral and master's students evidenced through co-authorship patterns, particularly in graph-based learning and NLP projects. Current collaborations span biomedical signal processing (fNIRS analysis) and efficient LLM deployment strategies. His laboratory work centers on the AI Security Lab within the Department of Artificial Intelligence, focusing on adversarial robustness testing and real-time network monitoring systems. Key initiatives include the development of Polish-language NLP benchmarks and cross-domain graph embedding frameworks.

• Psychophysiology
• Pattern Recognition
• Psycholinguistics
• +5 more

Fabio Parente is a Lecturer in Psychological and Behavioural Sciences at the College of Health, Psychology and Social Care. His research spans psychophysiology, pattern recognition, and psycholinguistics, with a focus on applied contexts. Key Research Areas: Psychophysiological approaches to teacher wellbeing Cognitive mechanisms in pattern recognition Eye movement studies in language learning Multimodal reading comprehension Literary creativity analysis Remote work productivity during pandemics Recent publications examine self-compassion interventions for burnout, cross-modal pattern recognition, and the impact of auditory input on reading. His work frequently employs empirical methods and eye-tracking technology across diverse domains. Current projects include investigating psychosocial factors in remote work productivity and advancing empirical approaches to literary reading experiences.

Roman TarabanView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Psychology
• Text Analysis
• Early Reading Instruction
• +3 more

Roman Taraban is a Professor of Psychological Sciences at Texas Tech University's College of Arts & Sciences, specializing in Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience. He directs the Cognition Lab and co-leads the Ethical Engineer initiative. His research integrates cognitive psychology with engineering ethics, educational technology, and bilingual literacy, emphasizing empirical approaches to learning processes. Education includes a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Carnegie Mellon University (1988), an M.A. in Educational Psychology from the University of Chicago (1981), and post-doctoral training at the University of Massachusetts Amherst (1988-1989). Research interests focus on text analysis, early reading instruction, learning strategies, categorization, and engineering ethics. His work employs psycholinguistic methods to investigate language processing, ethical reasoning in cross-cultural contexts, and technology-enhanced pedagogy. Recent projects examine bilingual education frameworks and metacognitive development in engineering students. Publications reflect interdisciplinary themes: cognitive modeling (2024), engineering ethics (2022-2023), and educational technology (2020-2022), with consistent emphasis on empirical validation and cross-cultural applications across 40+ works. Awards: Chancellor's Council Distinguished Teaching Award (2019) President's Excellence in Teaching Professorship (2018-2021) Psychonomic Society Fellow (2015) Fulbright-Nehru Research Scholar (2010) Advises graduate students in cognition and education research. Leads NSF-funded initiatives like the Ethical Engineer platform and DREAM Project, fostering global ethics dialogues and arts-integrated engineering pedagogy. Directs the Cognition Lab (www.depts.ttu.edu/psy/cognition), developing tools for analyzing learning behaviors. Collaborates with STEM educators through CISER (Center for Integration of STEM Education & Research) to innovate curriculum design.

Cristina García HermosoView profile

Associate Professor

• Language Education
• Spanish as a Foreign Language
• Communicative Competence
• +3 more

Cristina García Hermoso serves as Principal Teaching Fellow and Assessment Officer for the School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Southampton, where she joined in 2007. She is Programme Lead for the MA Languages and Cultures, Coordinator for Spanish Stage 5, and teaches Spanish stages, Translation into English, and Public Service Interpreting (PSI) within the Languages, Cultures and Linguistics Department. Her academic leadership includes past roles as Erasmus Coordinator for Spain and Senior Tutor for undergraduate pastoral support. Her educational background includes: Modern Languages degree from Universidad Complutense of Madrid García Hermoso's research prioritizes improving students' communicative competence through pedagogical strategies that foster autonomy and self-reliance in language acquisition. Key interests span creative writing skill development via literary texts, gamification for advanced Spanish learners, and student-centered text organization techniques. Her work emphasizes practical application over theoretical frameworks, targeting real classroom outcomes in Spanish as a Foreign Language (ELE) education. Her 2016-2020 publications reveal a focused trajectory on Spanish language pedagogy, with recurring themes of student autonomy and creative expression. The nine works include three book chapters on literary text-driven writing skills (2020), a Routledge book on Spanish text organization (2019), and multiple resources for the 'El Mundo de Custodio' series addressing primary/secondary education needs. This body consistently bridges communicative competence theory with actionable classroom activities. Key recognitions include: Staff achievement award for Santander Language Courses leadership (University of Southampton, 2012) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) via PREP framework (2015) Second Prize for ELE Teacher of the Year 2015 (awarded July 2016) García Hermoso actively shapes academic governance as External Examiner for Spanish departments at Cardiff Metropolitan University (2014-2018), Edinburgh Napier University (2017-2021), and Canterbury Christ Church University (2021-present). Her PURE profile indicates ongoing pedagogical research, though specific grants are unmentioned. She became a UNILANG assessor in June 2018 and consistently collaborates with Carmen Martín de León on award-winning projects like 'Manos a la obra'. Her departmental work integrates into the School of Arts and Humanities' teaching ecosystem, particularly through Santander Language Courses coordination and the 'El Mundo de Custodio' educational series. She partners with colleagues on cross-institutional examiner roles and curriculum validation, reflecting embedded collaboration within UK language education networks.

Arthur M. JacobsView profile

Professor

• Reading Research
• Neurocognitive Poetics
• Affective Neuroscience
• +3 more

Arthur M. Jacobs is a Full Professor of General Psychology at the Free University of Berlin, where he serves as the Founding Director of the Dahlem Institute for Neuroimaging of Emotion (D.I.N.E.). His academic career spans several prestigious institutions including the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt and Philipps University of Marburg. He leads research in the Department of General and Neurocognitive Psychology within the Department of Education and Psychology at the Free University of Berlin. Professor Jacobs earned his doctorate from Université René Descartes (Sorbonne, Paris V) with a dissertation titled "Le controle oculomoteur dans l'exploration visuelle: mecanismes sensori-moteurs et processus cognitifs" in 1986. His academic journey includes positions at the CNRS in France, RWTH Aachen, and several German universities before settling at the Free University of Berlin in 2003. His research focuses on the intersection of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and literary studies. Jacobs has pioneered the field of Neurocognitive Poetics, investigating how readers process emotional and aesthetic aspects of literature. His work combines advanced neuroimaging techniques with computational analysis of texts, particularly examining Shakespeare's works, poetry, and emotional language processing. He has developed influential tools like the Berlin Affective Word List (BAWL) for measuring emotional responses to words. His approach integrates eye-tracking, fMRI, EEG, and computational modeling to understand the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying reading and emotional responses to literature. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward computational approaches to literary analysis, with increasing use of machine learning and deep learning techniques to analyze text features, emotional responses, and neural correlates of reading. His work bridges humanities and neuroscience, creating a unique interdisciplinary field that examines how literary texts affect the brain and cognition. Professor Jacobs leads the D.I.N.E. Labs, which include specialized facilities for fMRI, EEG, eye-tracking, transcranial magnetic stimulation, simulation, and near-infrared spectroscopy research. These labs support his research on emotional and aesthetic processing in reading, bilingualism, and neurocognitive aspects of literature reception.