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• Legal History
• Roman Law
• Comparative Law
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Sami Mehmeti is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law , South East European University , with a focus on Legal History , Roman Law , and Comparative Law . His work spans Private International Law , Space Law , Labor Law , and Constitutional Law , often addressing interdisciplinary intersections. PhD in Legal History (University of Skopje, 2015) MA in Civil Law (University of Prishtina, 2010) BA in Law (South East European University, 2005) His research examines historical legal systems , cross-jurisdictional harmonization , and emerging legal challenges in space exploration . Recent publications analyze Brussels I Regulation , orbital pollution , and labor standards in Kosovo . Scientific Awards : None listed. Grants & Advising : No specific grants mentioned. Collaborates with scholars like Blerton Sinani , Granit Elezaj , and Stefani Stojčevska . Experience in education and research since 2005.

Teresa CrewView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Social Inequality
• Higher Education Policy
• Working-Class Academics
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Dr. Teresa Crew is a Senior Lecturer in Social Policy at Bangor University's School of History, Law and Social Sciences. Her research focuses on social inequality, working-class academics, Gypsy/Roma/Traveller communities, and higher education policy. She holds a PhD in Sociology from Bangor University (2014), MA in Social Research (2008), and BA in Criminology (2006), all from the same institution. Her teaching includes modules on gender perspectives, social divisions, and tackling inequalities. Notable awards include the Policy Press Outstanding Teaching Award (2018) and Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2019). She has presented at conferences worldwide and contributes to editorial boards of journals like Journal of Class and Culture . Research highlights include exploring mental health challenges among working-class academics, class barriers in clinical psychology training, and systemic discrimination faced by marginalized communities. She co-edits a handbook on class and culture and has authored two books addressing working-class academics' experiences. Editorial Roles: Journal of Class and Culture Professional Memberships: British Sociological Association Key Projects: Collaborative autoethnography on information literacy, Gypsy/Traveller rights advocacy Dr. Crew's work integrates qualitative methods like autoethnography and ethnography, emphasizing transformative pedagogy and inclusive practices. Her research often bridges academia and policy, advocating for equity in education and labor markets.

• Legal Informatics
• Artificial Intelligence & Law
• Computable Legal Reasoning
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Giuseppe Contissa is an Associate Professor at the Department of Legal Sciences, University of Bologna. His work focuses on Legal Informatics, AI & Law, Legal Theory, and Law & Technology, particularly in robotics and automated systems. He holds a PhD in Legal Informatics from the University of Bologna and has extensive experience in research projects like ALIAS (air traffic management liability) and CLAUDETTE (AI-driven contract analysis). He is affiliated with ALMA Ai (Human-Centered AI Institute) and ARCES (Electronic Systems Research). Education: PhD in Legal Informatics (2006, University of Bologna), Master's in Legal Informatics (2002), Laurea in Jurisprudence (2001). Research Interests: Computable legal reasoning, AI ethics in healthcare, liability frameworks for autonomous systems, socio-technical systems governance, and automated vehicle regulation. He leads projects on AI certification in aviation and consumer protection through AI systems. Key Projects: CrossJustice (digital criminal procedure rights), SAFELAND (air traffic safety), and COMPULAW (computable law models). He advises the Council of Europe on AI ethics in justice systems. Labs/Teams: CIRSFID (Computer Law Research), ALMA Ai, and collaborations with CodeX (Stanford).

• Airline Strategy
• Airline Management
• Airline Marketing
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Frankie O'Connell is a Reader in Air Transport Management (equivalent to Associate Professor) at the University of Surrey's Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management. He holds a PhD in Airline Strategy from Cranfield University, an MSc in Air Transport Management from Cranfield, and an MBA in Aviation from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. His extensive industry experience includes roles at Boeing and consultancy work with over 55 airlines globally. Research focuses on airline strategy, revenue management, environmental policies, and the impact of global events like pandemics and political conflicts on aviation. Recent work examines airline pricing psychology, blockchain applications in maintenance operations, and sustainability initiatives including passenger willingness to pay for carbon taxes. Dr. O'Connell's publications demonstrate methodological diversity, combining econometric analysis, behavioral experiments, and case studies of airlines in Southeast Asia and Europe. His research informs airline management practices, regulatory policy, and crisis response strategies in global aviation.

Ian PhillipsView profile

Lecturer

• Climatology
• Meteorology
• Fire Disaster Analysis
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Dr. Ian Phillips is a Teaching Fellow in the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Birmingham. He holds a BSc, MSc, and PhD from the University of Birmingham, specializing in Geography, Meteorology, and Climatology. His research focuses on the 1973 Isle of Man Summerland fire disaster and climatological studies of the British Isles, particularly rainfall variability and drought prediction. Phillips has been affiliated with the University since 1999, contributing to teaching in statistics, meteorology, and climatology at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Education: BSc (Hons) Geography, University of Birmingham, 1995 MSc Applied Climatology and Meteorology (Distinction), University of Birmingham, 1996 PhD Geography (Drought Events in Devon and Cornwall), University of Birmingham, 2000 Research & Awards: Chairman of the West Midlands Centre of the Royal Meteorological Society Fellow of the Royal Meteorological Society (1999) Author of the definitive account of the Isle of Man Summerland fire disaster Teaching & Service: Leads statistics education in the School and contributes to meteorology and climatology courses. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing climate variability and disaster analysis.

Tamilselvan GajapriyaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Aviation Safety
• Pilots' Selection and Training
• Human Factors in Aviation
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Tamilselvan Gajapriya is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Aviation Science at Saint Louis University, part of the School of Science and Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Aviation Science from Florida Institute of Technology, and master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Avionics and Electronics Engineering from Anna University, India. His research focuses on aviation safety, pilot selection/training, human factors, and physiological monitoring in flight environments. He directs the Aviation Safety, Aviation Physiology, and Ergonomics (ASAPE) Lab, which uses advanced equipment like EEG sensors and eye-tracking devices to study pilot performance under stress. Key research areas include cognitive workload assessment during emergencies, UAV privacy concerns, and consumer attitudes toward autonomous aircraft. He has published extensively in journals like Safety Science and Journal of Unmanned Vehicle Systems , with peer-reviewed work on topics ranging from pilot retention strategies to electronic chart usability. Professional affiliations include the Human Factors & Ergonomics Society and Women in Aviation International. His lab investigates physiological markers (e.g., galvanic skin response, EEG) to evaluate pilot decision-making and stress levels during simulated emergencies. Current projects explore factors influencing pilot career retention in commercial aviation and public acceptance of unmanned systems. Dr. Gajapriya collaborates with industry partners to translate research into practical aviation safety solutions.

Stacey HendersonView profile

Associate Professor

• International Space Law
• Disarmament and Arms Control
• International Humanitarian Law
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Dr. Stacey Henderson serves as Associate Professor at Flinders University's College of Business, Government and Law, where she leads the Defence, Security & Space research theme within the Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies. Her institutional affiliations include the Australian Centre for Space Governance (founding member), International Institute of Space Law, and Australian and New Zealand Society of International Law (council member 2020-2025). Her research focuses on the protective capacity of international law, with specialized expertise in space governance, disarmament, and atrocity prevention. Key areas include commercial space activities, grey zone operations in space/cyber domains, information warfare, sustained human presence in space, and the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) framework. Her current Office of National Intelligence-funded project examines chemical/biological agent use against non-human targets. Recent scholarly output demonstrates strong thematic concentration in space law evolution (2023-2024), with 10 publications addressing critical infrastructure protection, sustainable resource utilization, and corporate accountability in space. Concurrent work explores disinformation threats to democracy and legal education reform. Her research directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals through contributions to peace, justice, and institutional development. Vice Chancellor's Early Career Researcher Award (2024) Director, Space Law Council of Australia and New Zealand (2022-2024) Steering Committee Member, Australian Centre for Space Governance Henderson actively contributes to national security policy through media engagements on arms control, space law, and information operations. Her Jeff Bleich Centre leadership role connects academic research with defense and security applications. Current projects include developing frameworks for space as critical infrastructure and analyzing disinformation impacts on democratic processes.

• Human Factors
• Psychology
• Mental Health
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Lisa Loloma Froholdt is a researcher at the Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southern Denmark (SDU), where she serves as Head of Research and leads the Research Unit for Maritime Health and Technology (MHT). She has previously held academic positions as Associate Professor at the World Maritime University and Senior Researcher at Chalmers University of Technology. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Human Factors, an MA in Educational Psychology, and a Diploma in Psychology. Ph.D. in Human Factors MA in Educational Psychology Diploma in Psychology Lisa's research centers on human factors, psychology, and occupational health in the maritime industry. Her key interests include mental health, intercultural communication, user-device interaction, learning processes, and socio-cultural dynamics. She has led major projects on seafarer welfare, anti-corruption, diversity and inclusion (MAR-DEI), and social sustainability in maritime operations. The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong focus on seafarer well-being, including cardiovascular health, motion sickness, mental health, diversity, and policy development. Her work spans public health, occupational medicine, organizational behavior, and maritime safety, with increasing attention to gender equality, inclusion, and ethical labor practices. Lisa has been involved in significant research projects such as the IFT-Seafarers Trust MARI-WEL project, INTEREG Northern Maritime University, and SDU Maritime Research Platform. She has also contributed to policy through technical papers for the International Maritime Organisation and public commentary on seafarer rights and workplace conditions. She actively supervises students and teaches courses in public health and maritime safety. Her leadership in establishing research units and facilitating international workshops underscores her role in advancing maritime health research and education.

• Critical Theory
• Materialist Feminism
• Critical Race and Ethnic Studies
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Alex Pittman is a Professor in the Department of Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies at Barnard College, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. He joined the faculty in 2015 and contributes significantly to interdisciplinary scholarship at the intersection of race, gender, sexuality, and capitalism. Education: B.A., University of Mary Washington M.A., Ph.D., New York University His research centers on critical theory, materialist feminism, critical race and ethnic studies, and performance studies. He explores how social marginality, aesthetic practices, and material conditions shape post-Civil Rights capitalism. His work interrogates subjectivity, embodiment, and the politics of art and culture in contemporary life. His publications span journals like Social Text and Women & Performance: a journal of feminist theory . His recent articles examine commodification in literature, collective mourning in queer theory, and surveillance in performative gestures. His forthcoming article on Harry Crews analyzes intersections of race, sexuality, and bodily commodification. Professor Pittman is an active member of the editorial collective of Social Text and serves on the advisory board of Women & Performance: a journal of feminist theory . He teaches courses such as "Critical Approaches in Social and Cultural Theory," "Pleasures and Power: An Introduction to Sexuality Studies," "Masculinities," and "Feminist Futures." His current book project, Under Pressure: Race, Performance, and the Intensification of Capital , aims to develop new frameworks for understanding the entanglement of marginality, art, and economic life. His research has been supported by the Fisher Center at Hobart & William Smith Colleges. He is deeply engaged in feminist, queer, and critical race academic communities through editorial and pedagogical work.

Lindsey FeldmanView profile

Associate Professor

• Cultural Criminology
• Masculinity Studies
• Justice Studies
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Dr. Lindsey Feldman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Memphis (previously tenured at the University of Arizona). Her work focuses on the intersection of identity, incarceration, and justice, particularly exploring how incarcerated individuals navigate and resist dominant masculine norms within prison systems. She employs visual ethnography and participatory methods, emphasizing dignity and agency in marginalized communities. Education and Career: She holds a PhD in Anthropology, with extensive fieldwork in Arizona and Tennessee. She has taught courses on race, gender, and social identity at both the University of Arizona and University of Memphis, including innovative programs like the Inside Out Prison Education Program collaboration with Shelby County Division of Corrections. Research Interests: Her projects include a visual ethnography on post-release masculinities in Memphis, a study on LGBTQ+ health post-incarceration funded by Innovate Memphis and Wenner-Gren Foundation, and analyses of prison labor programs like Arizona's wildfire crews. She theorizes inclusive masculinities as tools of resistance against carceral violence. Publications and Talks: Feldman has published in journals like Incarceration , Howard Journal of Crime and Justice , and Annals of Anthropological Practice . Her work bridges academia and activism, addressing topics like prison TikTok culture and homelessness during the pandemic. She has presented at major conferences (Society for Applied Anthropology, American Society of Criminology) and collaborated with organizations like the Bureau of Applied Research in Anthropology. Grants and Collaborations: Recent funding includes $29,835 from Innovate Memphis (2024) and $25,000 from the Wenner-Gren Foundation (2023). Her community-based projects include queer-affirming sexual education programs for formerly incarcerated individuals and participatory photovoice initiatives with impacted families. Awards: Recognized with the 2022 Professional Development Award and 2021 Early Career Award from the University of Memphis. She is also a recipient of the Howard League Best PhD Paper Award (2016) and Diebold Applied Anthropology Grant (2015). Labs/Teams: Works closely with Memphis-based non-profits and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on carceral justice issues. Her research prioritizes ethical engagement and community-driven outcomes, including policy recommendations and public exhibitions.

• Gender and Diversity Management
• Hospitality Management
• Human Resource Management
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Dr. Evangelia Marinakou is a Professor and Principal Academic at Bournemouth University's Business School, Department of Tourism and Hospitality. She has held leadership roles such as Head of Education and Professional Practice and served as Head of Department across multiple institutions in Greece, Switzerland, Bahrain, and the UK. Her research focuses on gender issues in hospitality management, AI in HRM, talent management, and post-pandemic industry challenges. She earned her PhD in HRM from the University of Strathclyde (2012), and her work contributes to UN SDGs including Gender Equality and Sustainable Cities. Dr. Marinakou’s expertise spans academic quality assurance, having received an award from NAQQAET (Bahrain) and serving on validation panels for the Cyprus Quality Agency. She advises the Future Talent Council and contributes to editorial boards of journals like International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management . Her research has been recognized with best paper awards at conferences. Her grants include projects on talent management in luxury hospitality and global workforce challenges. She has trained professionals in lifelong learning programs on emotional intelligence and customer service. Her teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels in hospitality principles, entrepreneurship, and research methods. Key research areas are explored through publications on topics such as AI in talent acquisition, pandemic impacts on luxury consumers, and gig economy labor issues. She actively participates in international conferences and consults on industry and academic initiatives.

• Fisheries Governance
• Marine Policy
• Climate Change
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Dr. Kamal Azmi is a Senior Research Fellow at the Australian National Centre for Ocean Resources and Security (ANCORS) at the University of Wollongong. His research focuses on fisheries governance in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly equity, transparency, and climate change impacts in international fisheries management. He holds a Master's in environmental management from ANU and a PhD from ANCORS on rights-based management of transboundary fish stocks. Previously serving over 20 years as an Australian diplomat, Kamal specialized in Pacific and East Asia relations, focusing on development, foreign policy, and trade. He now coordinates the SEA 100 Ocean Conservation course and leads the Graduate Certificate in Fisheries Management and Development. His recent projects include Global Fishing Watch initiatives supporting Pacific nations in marine resource management and transparency. Research interests span human rights in the fishing sector, distributive equity in catch limits, and climate-driven redistribution of tuna stocks. He actively contributes to policy frameworks through collaborations with regional organizations like the WCPFC and IATTC. Current funding includes a DFAT-supported capacity-building program for Pacific fisheries managers and a Global Fishing Watch project on labor standards data. Teaching and service activities include course coordination at both undergraduate and graduate levels, peer reviewing for journals like Marine Policy and Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems , and advising on fisheries development initiatives. His work bridges academic research with practical policy solutions for sustainable ocean governance.

• Maritime Safety
• Occupational Health
• Public Health
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Neil Ellis is a Researcher at the Seafarers International Research Centre (SIRC) within Cardiff University's School of Social Sciences. He joined SIRC in 2003, initially working on global labor market databases. His current role focuses on seafarers' health and well-being, particularly examining healthcare access and occupational risks in cruise and cargo sectors. Ellis holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and Communication and an MPhil from the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff. Education: BSc (Hons) Psychology and Communication, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff MPhil, University of Wales Institute, Cardiff Research Interests: Ellis specializes in seafarers' mental health, occupational safety, fatigue management, accident data analysis, and the impact of built environments on health. His work bridges empirical research with practical applications, addressing systemic challenges in maritime labor practices and healthcare accessibility. Recent Projects: "Seafarers’ health and access to healthcare in 2024" (funded by Stiftelsen Sveriges Sjömanshus) Mapping maritime professionals for a European data system (ETF/ECSA-funded) Seafarers' mental health and well-being (Institution of Occupational Safety and Health) Grants & Collaborations: Ellis has collaborated with organizations like Lloyd's Register Foundation, ETF, and ECSA on projects evaluating evidence-based decision-making in maritime safety and labor standards. Key Themes: His research emphasizes occupational health equity, corporate social responsibility in shipping, and improving seafarers' living/working conditions through evidence-driven policy.

Benjamin KellyView profile

Associate Professor

• Sociological Theory
• Social Psychology
• Environmental Sociology
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Dr. Benjamin Kelly is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Nipissing University's Faculty of Arts and Science, where he also serves as Graduate Program Coordinator for Sociology. His educational background includes a BSc from Mount Allison University, Honours Anthropology from Western University, BEd from University of Toronto, MA from University of Guelph, and PhD from McMaster University. Kelly's research explores two primary domains: (1) social psychological examinations of constraint and adaptation within groups, organizations, occupations, and everyday life; and (2) social construction of expert knowledge, risk, and social-environmental problems. His current projects include a book on science-activists and their contested paradigms, and collaborative research on water quality risks in Indigenous communities. His scholarly publications demonstrate enduring interests in sociological theory development, ethnographic methods, environmental sociology, and organizational studies. Recent work shows increasing focus on temporal aspects of social problems, online activism, and evolutionary perspectives on social interaction. Kelly actively contributes to research grants as Co-Investigator on SSHRC and Canadian Water Network funded projects examining water governance and Indigenous community-researcher partnerships.

• Maritime Law
• Commercial Law
• International Law
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Mustafa BAŞKARA is an Assistant Professor at Ankara University Faculty of Law, Department of Commercial Law. His work focuses on maritime law, international legal frameworks, and blue economy concepts. PhD in Private Law (2017-2019), Ankara University LL.M. in Maritime Law (2015-2019), Queen Mary University of London Bachelor's in Law (2009-2013), Ankara University Associate Degree in Foreign Trade (2010-2012), Anadolu University His research spans maritime law , commercial law , and international legal cooperation . Recent projects include analysis of Turkey's maritime sovereignty in wind energy and marine spatial planning under EU agreements. Over the past five years, his publications examine maritime disputes , seafarer rights , and climate diplomacy . He contributes to international law symposia and has co-authored works on Turkey's legal strategies in Eastern Mediterranean conflicts. He serves as Assistant Editor for ASBÜ Bilişim Hukuku Dergisi (2019-2020) and DEHUKAM Deniz Hukuku Dergisi (2020). Collaborations include work with Ismail Demir (2020-2021) and researchers in 2024 climate change studies.