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Eamonn McKeownView profile

Professor

• Equality and diversity in health and education
• Qualitative research methodologies
• Public health
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Professor Eamonn McKeown is a distinguished academic at City St George's, University of London , where he has worked since 2006. Currently serving as Head of the Department of Global, Public & Population Health & Policy (established 2025), he leads strategic academic development for the School of Health & Medical Sciences management team. His career spans roles including Associate Dean for Postgraduate Studies (2021-2025) and Head of Health Services Research & Management Department (2014-2021). Qualifications: PhD in Social Anthropology, Queen's University Belfast BA (Hons) in Social Anthropology, Queen's University Belfast PGDip in Academic Practice, City University London As an interdisciplinary researcher, McKeown specializes in equality and diversity issues across health and education sectors, employing qualitative methodologies . His fieldwork includes studies in Papua New Guinea on literacy patterns and in the United States on migration/ethnic identity. Recent research focuses on educational research aligned with EDI (Equality, Diversity, Inclusion) agendas to improve student experiences. His 15 most recent articles (2024-2006) demonstrate sustained contributions to Mental health interventions in higher education Nursing clinical practice Public health policy Sexual health research Qualitative methodology development Digital health solutions Scientific Recognition: Fellow of Royal Society for Public Health Senior Fellow of Higher Education Academy Fellow of Royal Anthropological Institute Recognised Research Supervisor, UK Council for Graduate Education As an educator, McKeown teaches NM3270 Using Research Knowledge (BSc) HRM020 Foundations in Research Methods (Masters) HRM001 Introduction to Research Methods (Masters) and has mentored 10 PhD/MRes students to completion.

Georg von KroghView profile

Professor

• Strategic Management
• Digital Innovation
• Organizational Knowledge
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Prof. Dr. Georg von Krogh is a Full Professor and Chair of Strategic Management and Innovation at ETH Zurich , where he also chairs the Global Advisory Board and serves on the Risk Management Commission. He holds honorary affiliations as a Research Fellow at Judge Business School, University of Cambridge , and Affiliated Scholar at the Laboratory for Innovation Science (LISH) at Harvard University . Previously, he served as Head of the Department of Management, Technology, and Economics (2008-2011) and Professor at the University of St.Gallen (1994-2006), with leadership roles at SDA Bocconi and BI Norwegian Business School. PhD in Management, Norwegian University of Science and Technology MSc in Engineering and Marine Technology, Norwegian University of Science and Technology His research focuses on competitive strategy , digital innovation , and organizational knowledge creation , with industry expertise spanning financial services, media, software, life sciences, and consumer goods. Recent publications examine AI-augmented decision-making, open-source AI development, and generative AI's impact on research practices. He serves on editorial boards of Academy of Management Journal (Deputy Editor), Mit Sloan Management Review , and Organization Studies . His honors include the Fellow of the European Academy of Management , ETH Zurich Teaching Award 'Goldene Eule' , and Association of American Publishers' Best Professional Business Book Award . Von Krogh actively consults for companies in Asia, Europe, and the USA, with advisory roles at organizations like UBS , World Web Forum , and Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce . He leads the Public Interest Committee at PwC Switzerland since 2024 and contributes to policy through memberships in the Research Council of Norway and the Swiss National Science Foundation.

• Inclusive Education
• Special Education
• Pedagogy for Intellectual Disabilities
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Dr. Judith Riegert is a Research Associate at the Humboldt University of Berlin, Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education, working at the Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences in the Department of Education for People with Intellectual Disabilities. She has been in this position since October 2016, with previous experience as Research Associate and Program Coordinator at the same institution. Her academic journey includes serving as Deputy Professor at Leibniz University Hannover (2016-2018) and as a Visiting Professor at Humboldt University (2019). 1997-2002: Studies at Justus Liebig University of Giessen and Heidelberg University of Education 2003-2004: Traineeship at Seminar for Didactics and Teacher Training Heidelberg 2004-2006: Special education teacher at Carl Orff Special School 2012: Completed doctorate (Dr. phil.) at Humboldt University Dr. Riegert's research focuses on educational theory questions in intellectual disability contexts, trans- and intermediality in inclusive literature teaching, pedagogical professionalization for inclusive subject teaching, and participation of adults with severe disabilities. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, examining how to create meaningful learning experiences across subject areas while maintaining academic rigor. She investigates the tension between educational standards and individualized instruction, particularly in German, history, and mathematics education. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on participation frameworks for people with severe disabilities, inclusive teaching methodologies across subject areas, and the development of pedagogical approaches that bridge educational theory and classroom practice. Her work consistently addresses the challenge of maintaining subject integrity while adapting instruction to diverse learning needs. November 5, 2014: Prize for Good Teaching 2014 from Humboldt University's Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education February 16, 2016: Honorary certificate from Polytechnische Gesellschaft Foundation for the 'Animals in Numbers' project Dr. Riegert provides academic advising for special education and primary school teaching students (surnames He to Z), supervises bachelor's and master's theses, and offers consultation hours both in person and via Zoom. Her advising focuses on supporting students in the M.Ed. program, particularly addressing application concerns and transcript issues. As a member of the German Society for Educational Science (DGfE), she contributes to research teams examining inclusive education methodologies and implementation of inclusive practices across educational settings.

• Game Research
• Human-centered Artificial Intelligence
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Dr. Pedro Santoro Zambon serves as a Researcher at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science within the Department of Software Technology for Learning and Teaching, where he leads the Collaborative Technologies Lab's GameDevUp project under a prestigious Marie Sklodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship. Concurrently, he holds the position of Vice Chairman for the Game Incubation Special Interest Group at the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), bridging academic research with industry practice. His academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Communication from São Paulo State University (UNESP) and specialized training in Evidence-Based Public Policy at the University of Oxford's Blavatnik School of Government. This foundation supports his dual expertise in game development methodologies and policy analysis. Zambon's research centers on human-centered artificial intelligence applications for game developers, with particular emphasis on cultural policy frameworks and innovation ecosystems. His work examines how algorithmic matchmaking systems can optimize team collaboration while analyzing policy implementation challenges in creative industries, especially within Brazil's rapidly evolving digital games sector. Methodologically, he combines qualitative field research with quantitative industry census data to evaluate policy effectiveness. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent thematic focus on Brazilian game industry policy evolution, independent developer challenges, and pandemic impacts. His work demonstrates methodological rigor in policy evaluation while highlighting sector-specific innovation patterns, particularly regarding university-industry knowledge transfer and creative cluster development. Marie Sklodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (GameDevUp project) Civil Society Representative, Brazilian National Council for Cultural Policies (2019-2022) Chair, Industry Track of Brazilian Games Symposium (2016-2020) Zambon maintains active advisory roles including Game Jam Plus coordination since 2021 and previously served as Market Intelligence Consultant for Brazil's Game Developers Association (Abragames, 2019-2020). His grant portfolio features commissioned research for WIPO, Procolombia, Sebrae, and the Brazilian Ministry of Culture, with current funding from the European Commission's Marie Curie program supporting his algorithmic collaboration research. He actively contributes to the Collaborative Technologies Lab at Utrecht University while expanding international networks through IGDA's Game Incubation SIG, fostering cross-border knowledge exchange between European and Latin American game development communities.

Yannick SelkeView profile

Researcher

• Ecumenical Theology
• Systematic Theology
• Religious Education
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Yannick Selke is a Research Associate at the Ecumenical Institute of the Catholic Theological Faculty at the University of Münster. His work focuses on ecumenical theology, systematic theology, gender theory, and peace ethics. He has contributed to publications on theological didactics and gender perspectives in church studies. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Catholic Religious Education and Mathematics (2015-2018), Master of Education (2018-2021) from the University of Münster Key Roles: Research Associate (2023-present), Teacher Trainee (2021-2022), and various student assistant positions Selke's recent publications explore ecumenical dialogue, gender in theology, and educational methodologies like the "Gespräch am Esstisch" (Table Talk). His research emphasizes diversity-sensitive approaches in dogmatics and religious pedagogy. He is involved in academic networks including the Ökumenischer Arbeitskreis and serves as a jury member for the Ecumenical Facharbeitswettbewerb in Religious Studies. His teaching includes seminars on systematic theology, ecumenism, and diversity-aware religious education.

Hanna AhrenbyView profile

Assistant Professor

• visual arts education policy
• policy enactment
• educational traditions
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Hanna Ahrenby is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Creative Studies (Teacher Education) at Umeå University, Sweden, specializing in visual arts education policy and teacher professionalism within Swedish compulsory schools. Her work critically examines how educational policies are translated into classroom practice through teacher interpretation and enactment. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Work in 2021 with the dissertation "Teaching fundamental values in art education: a study on policy enactment in secondary school" and holds formal recognition as a university teacher. Her academic foundation combines rigorous pedagogical training with deep subject expertise in art education. Dr. Ahrenby's research focuses on the tensions between policy mandates and classroom realities in visual arts education. She investigates how teachers navigate new syllabi implementation, maintain professional autonomy, and preserve subject integrity amid evolving educational traditions. Her work highlights the critical role of teacher agency in mediating policy demands with pedagogical needs. Analysis of her 2014-2025 publications reveals a clear evolution from foundational studies on fundamental values to current investigations of syllabus enactment and teaching materials. This trajectory demonstrates growing emphasis on teacher interpretation processes and historical influences on contemporary art education practices within Sweden's unique policy landscape. She currently leads two major research initiatives: a project examining teachers' interpretation of Sweden's new art syllabus in compulsory schools, and a collaborative study analyzing teaching materials through policy and historical perspectives to understand their development and classroom integration.

Eva ÖsterlindView profile

Professor

• Drama Education
• Sustainable Development in Higher Education
• Arts-based Teaching Methods
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Eva Österlind is a Professor at Stockholm University's Department of Teaching and Learning, leading the Drama for Learning research group - Sweden's premier drama research environment. Her work focuses on integrating drama/theatre pedagogy with sustainability education and social change initiatives across Nordic educational systems. Stockholm University, Department of Teaching and Learning Research Group: Drama for Learning Academic Focus: Drama Pedagogy, Sustainability Education Global collaborations: Athens, Helsinki, Stockholm drama workshops Her research explores drama's unique capacity to bridge emotional and cognitive learning barriers, particularly in sustainability education. Recent publications analyze drama workshops' effectiveness in fostering interconnectedness and perspective expansion through embodied, collective practices. Comparative studies across Nordic countries reveal institutional challenges in establishing drama as an autonomous research discipline. Eva's 15+ recent publications examine drama's role in civic education, health promotion, and curriculum reform. Key themes include Theatre of the Oppressed's potential for social transformation, arts-based sustainable development strategies, and the interplay between educational context and learning outcomes in drama interventions. While specific scientific awards aren't documented in the provided texts, her work has been featured in international conferences and publications including Research in Drama Education and Education Sciences . She emphasizes collaborative teaching approaches between subject specialists and drama pedagogues for maximizing educational impact.

• Television Theory
• Media Studies
• Genre Theory
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Hanna Surma is an Assistant Professor in Media Studies at the Department of Media and Culture Studies, Faculty of Humanities, Utrecht University. Her work bridges television theory, reality television analysis, and data-driven creative practices in media production. Research focuses on governmentality studies, media and subjectivation, and the transformation of television production through viewer data. Co-coordinates the MA Film and Television Cultures program and teaches courses on media in transition and research methods. Recent publications include a 2022 chapter on data-driven script development for streaming services. She organizes academic workshops like Let's Talk Screenwriting and investigates the intersection of algorithms, AI, and screenwriting practices in Europe. Her scientific award includes earning a Ph.D. summa cum laude from Ruhr-Universität Bochum.

Marie-Christine von der BankView profile

Professor

• Mathematics Education
• Fundamental Ideas in Mathematics
• Non-cognitive Goals of Mathematics Instruction
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Marie-Christine von der Bank is an außerplanmäßige Professorin Lehre (extraordinary professor for teaching) at Saarland University, appointed in 2024. She works within the Department of Mathematics and its Didactics in the Faculty of Mathematics. Her academic journey includes completing her doctorate in 2016 with a dissertation on fundamental ideas of mathematics and their practical application in teaching, followed by progressive academic appointments leading to her current professorship. Her research centers on fundamental ideas in mathematics education, particularly exploring non-cognitive goals of instruction and historical perspectives in mathematics teaching. She has developed a constructive subject didactics approach focused on making mathematical concepts accessible in everyday classroom settings. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, especially in areas like functional relationships, measurement, and number concepts. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on affective aspects of mathematics learning, with increasing attention to emotions, joy, and motivation in mathematical instruction. Her research spans both theoretical investigations of fundamental mathematical ideas and practical applications in classroom settings, with particular focus on fractions, functions, geometry, and historical approaches to mathematical concepts. Preis für die beste Lehre in der Fachrichtung Mathematik der UdS (2018) Member of the editorial board of mathematik lehren since 2022 Subject Specialist Mathematics of the MNU Saarland Regional Association since 2022 Deputy member of the Center for Teacher Education at Saarland University since 2021/22 Professor von der Bank maintains an active teaching schedule at both university and school levels. She has been teaching mathematics didactics courses at Saarland University since 2011, with recent focus on constructive subject didactics for measurement/number concepts and functional relationships. Simultaneously, she serves as Head of the Mathematics Conference at the Robert-Schuman-Gymnasium in Saarlouis since 2019, demonstrating her commitment to bridging school and university mathematics education.

Russell Mark JeungView profile

Professor

• Sociology of Race
• Sociology of Religion
• Social Movements
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Dr. Russell Mark Jeung is a Professor in the Asian American Studies Department at San Francisco State University, where he also serves as the AAS Major/Minor Advisor. He holds office in EP 420 and can be contacted via phone or email. Dr. Jeung joined SFSU in 2002 after teaching at Foothill College and working in community organizations. Education includes a Ph.D. in Sociology from UC Berkeley (2000), an M.A. in Education from Stanford University, and a B.A. in Human Biology/Child Development from Stanford. His research explores the intersections of race, religion, and social movements within Asian American communities, with emphasis on public policy impacts, community development, and religious identity. His work employs community-based participatory methods, engaging students in applied research that addresses systemic issues like discrimination through initiatives such as Stop AAPI Hate. Publications predominantly analyze religion, identity formation, and diaspora experiences across Asian American subgroups. Recent thematic trends include generational shifts in religious practice, comparative immigrant adaptation, and the role of activism in ethnic studies development. Honors and Awards: TIME 100 Most Influential People (2021) Presidential Sabbatical Award (2014) Fulbright Scholarship (2008) Multiple grants including Haas Foundation Creative Works Fund and Luce Grant He advises undergraduate majors/minors and coordinates community-based projects. Grants support documentary production ( The Oak Park Story ) and research on housing justice, refugee advocacy, and anti-racism initiatives. As founder of Stop AAPI Hate, he leads coalition-building with organizations like Chinese for Affirmative Action. Dr. Jeung actively mentors student groups (Asian Student Union, Asian American Christian Fellowship) and serves on campus committees including Graduate Council and Academic Program Review.

Liv ValmestadView profile

Researcher

• Nordic Landscape Art
• Public Art Documentation
• Academic Librarianship
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Liv Valmestad is an academic librarian, artist, and art historian at the University of Manitoba 's School of Art and Faculty of Architecture . As the Art Librarian since 1997 and former Head of Arts and Humanities Division (2020-23), she bridges librarianship with contemporary visual practice through her research on Nordic landscapes and public art. Her international exhibitions and publications reflect her interdisciplinary approach. Education : B.F.A. (1986), MA (Art History, 1990), MIS (1992), Postgraduate Fine Arts (1987), and Oral History Certificate (2018) Research interests span public art documentation, digital humanities, and Nordic landscape representation. Recent publications like Embracing Messiness (2023) demonstrate her focus on creative pedagogy and art-technology intersections. Her 2020 In Between (s)p(l)ACES exhibition explores identity through geographical affect. Scientific recognition includes the UMFA Merit Award (2021), Carl R. Nelson Jr. Award as an instructor, and Melva J. Dwyer Book Award (2009). She actively contributes to art education through grants from Winnipeg Arts Council , Manitoba Arts Council , and University of Manitoba Creative Works programs.

Gerard BellefeuilleView profile

Professor

• Arts-based education
• Indigenous child welfare practice
• Community practice
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Dr. Gerard Bellefeuille is a Professor in the Department of Child and Youth Care at MacEwan University's Faculty of Health and Community Studies. He previously served as an Associate Professor of Social Work at the University of Northern British Columbia and brings over two decades of direct practice experience in human services. His academic focus integrates creative pedagogical approaches with child welfare practices. PhD in Social Work (University of Victoria) Research interests include Arts-based Education , Indigenous Child Welfare , and Relational-centered Practice . His work emphasizes creativity as a transformative tool for learning, leveraging arts-based methods to enhance somatic awareness and uncover hidden knowledge in educational settings. Recent publications highlight his expertise in qualitative inquiry , 2SLGBTQ+ youth support , and international experiential learning . His academic contributions span over 60 peer-reviewed articles, 70 invited lectures, and three co-authored books. Distinguished Teacher Award (2014) Dissemination Grant (2019) Multiple Campus Alberta Grants for International Learning (2010, 2016) Dr. Bellefeuille actively involves students in research, mentoring over 100 CYC students as co-authors. His grants include funding from Alberta Advanced Education, the British Columbia Ministry of Children and Family Development, and Indigenous community partnerships.

Christine BooneView profile

Associate Professor

• Music Theory
• Mashup Analysis
• Digital Humanities
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Christine Boone is an Associate Professor of Music at the University of North Carolina Asheville and a Visiting Associate Professor at St. Olaf College for the 2023-2024 academic year. She holds a Ph.D. and M.M. in Music Theory from the University of Texas at Austin and a B.A. in Vocal Performance from Indiana University. Research Focus: Specializing in mashups, Boone explores their history, legality, and aesthetics. Her work bridges music theory with digital humanities, examining how mashups challenge traditional authorship and interact with copyright law. Publications: Boone has authored peer-reviewed articles on mashup typology, gender dynamics in remix culture, and acoustic phenomena, as well as a co-authored book Music Theory Matters (in production). Academic Roles: Previously a Lecturer at Indiana State University, her career spans institutions like St. Olaf College and UNCA, emphasizing undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Key Contributions: Boone’s 2011 dissertation Mashups: History, Legality, and Aesthetics established a foundational typology for the genre. Her 2013 article in Music Theory Online refined this framework, distinguishing mashups from remixes and collage music. Recent works include analyses of AI-driven remixes and algorithmic creativity in digital platforms.

• Italian Literature
• Dante Studies
• Medieval Philosophy
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Paolo Falzone is an Associate Professor at the Department of Modern Literature and Culture, Sapienza University of Rome. He specializes in Dante studies, medieval philosophy, political thought, and classical sources in modern Italian literature. His research bridges theological, philosophical, and poetic dimensions in Dante's works and their historiography. His academic contributions include critical analyses of Dante's political discourse, studies on Averroism's influence, and comparative examinations of classical reception in 20th-century Italian writers like Pasolini and Morante. He has co-edited scholarly works and organized conferences on Dante's intellectual legacy. Keywords: Dante Alighieri, Averroism, Medieval Philosophy, Italian Literature, Political Thought, Classical Reception Falzone's publications reveal trends in Dante's philosophical foundations, Manzoni's ideological frameworks, and interconnections between Greek tragedy and modern Italian dramaturgy. His editorial projects highlight collaborative scholarship in Italian philology. Office hours and course materials are managed through the university's virtual classroom system, with email contact at paolo.falzone@uniroma1.it. He teaches graduate courses on Dante's works and 19th/20th-century Italian literature.

• Art History
• Women and the Built Environment
• Urban Landscapes
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Cynthia Hammond is a Professor of Art History at Concordia University , Montreal, with a research focus on women and the history of the built environment, urban landscapes, research-creation, and oral history. She has published extensively on architecture, suffrage movement spatial history, public art, and urban change politics. Academic Appointments Professor of Art History, Concordia University Research Interests Women and the Built Environment Urban Landscapes Research-Creation Methods Oral History Practices Heritage Movements Public Art and Politics Her recent articles explore themes like self-portraiture, garden symbolism, urban transformation, and historical reinterpretation through visual arts. Notable works include Between the Moon and Me (2023) connecting personal illness with mythological themes, and The Gardens of Marie Clews (2023) documenting her artist residency in France. Hammond leads transdisciplinary projects such as the SSHRC Partnership Development initiative on urban knowledge of Montreal’s older citizens. Her practice often bridges art , activism , and historical research , as seen in collaborations like The Possible (2014) and community-based Promenade parlante (2018-19). She has also contributed to feminist activism through projects like Take Back the Night (1998) and Bountiful Woman (1992 & 1994).