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Sandy OliverView profile

Professor

• Public Policy
• Evidence-Based Policy
• Systematic Reviews
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Professor Sandy Oliver is a leading academic in public policy and evidence-based research, currently serving as Professor of Public Policy at the Social Research Institute, University College London (UCL), and Deputy Director of the EPPI Centre. Her work focuses on bridging research and decision-making in policy, healthcare, and public services. She pioneered patient and public involvement in research, particularly within the NHS, and co-founded the journal Research for All to promote collaborative research between communities and academia. Education: PhD, University of Surrey (1981) Bachelor of Arts, University of York (1976) Research Interests: Systematic reviews and evidence synthesis Public and stakeholder involvement in research and policy Evidence-informed decision-making in global health and development Transdisciplinary research approaches Health equity and marginalized populations Awards and Affiliations: Member of the Campbell Collaboration Board Editor with the Cochrane Collaboration Co-editor of Research for All Former Director of UCL’s Social Science Research Unit (2015–2020) Distinguished Visiting Professor at the University of Johannesburg (2018–2023) Grants and Projects: Lead on initiatives like the CEPHI project exploring complexity in public health evidence Work with DFID and the WHO on global health guidelines Development of frameworks for rapid evidence assessments and stakeholder engagement Labs and Teams: Active in the EPPI Centre, a global leader in evidence synthesis, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on global health and development projects.

José Soares NevesView profile

Associate Professor

• Cultural Sociology
• Sociology of Culture
• Cultural Policies
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José Soares Neves is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon and a key figure at CIES-Iscte, where he serves as Deputy Director and Co-coordinator of the Communication and Culture Research Group. He is also the Director of the Portuguese Observatory on Cultural Activities (OPAC), a role he has held since its founding in 2018. His academic affiliations span teaching and research in cultural sociology, public cultural policies, and museum studies. PhD in Sociology of Communication, Culture, and Education (ISCTE, 2012) Master’s in Communication, Culture, and Information Technologies (ISCTE, 1999) Bachelor’s in Sociology (FCSH-UNL, 1993) His research centers on cultural policies, audience studies, museum accessibility, reading practices, and cultural statistics. He has led major national studies on cultural participation and heritage access. His work bridges academic research and public policy, particularly through OPAC and CIES-Iscte. His recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong focus on post-pandemic cultural recovery, digital transformation in museums, reading behavior among youth, and the statistical monitoring of cultural activities. These works demonstrate consistent engagement with public cultural institutions and policy evaluation. He has received no explicitly listed scientific awards in the provided text, but his leadership in national observatories and research groups indicates significant professional recognition. José Soares Neves advises a large number of graduate students—over 10 at the doctoral level and more than 100 at the Master’s level—on topics including cultural management, audience engagement, digital culture, and heritage policy. He has also been involved in research projects related to cultural funding, media, and the book industry. He leads research initiatives within CIES-Iscte’s Communication and Culture group and directs OPAC, positioning him at the intersection of academic research and national cultural policy development. His work supports evidence-based policymaking in the Portuguese cultural sector.

Kutoma WakunumaView profile

Associate Professor

• ICT for Development (ICT4D)
• Emerging Technologies and Ethics
• Gender and Technology
• +9 more

Dr Kutoma Wakunuma is an Associate Professor in Information Systems at the School of Computer Science and Informatics, De Montfort University (DMU), UK. She is actively involved in research, teaching, and leadership, serving as Module Leader, Programme Leader for MSc Computing, and Deputy Subject Group Leader. She is affiliated with the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility (CCSR) and holds a PhD in Information Communication Technologies for Development and Gender from Coventry University. PhD in Information Communication Technologies for Development and Gender, Coventry University, UK Post-Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCert. Teaching), De Montfort University, UK MA in Women’s Studies (Challenges in Management and Decision-Making), Lancaster University, UK HND in Management Information Systems, Zambia Institute of Management Her research focuses on the societal impacts of technology, particularly in the Global South. Key areas include ICT for Development (ICT4D) , ethics in emerging technologies , gender and technology , Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) , and AI governance in Africa . She explores how digitalisation affects development, equity, and sustainability, with a strong emphasis on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Her recent publications reflect a growing focus on ethical AI, digital platforms, and the gig economy in Africa. Themes include gendered AI design , responsible innovation , digital governance , and stakeholder engagement . Her work often bridges technical systems with ethical and social justice concerns, particularly in underrepresented regions. Dr Wakunuma has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the Initiativkreis Ruhrgebiet Fellowship for outstanding research, UN World Summit Award, and DAAD Scholarships. She has also been a recipient of EU and UKRI/GCRF research funding. DMU award on Exploring Sustainable Development in Ahmedabad, India, 2019 Coventry University PhD full Studentship, 2007 Open Society Institute scholarship, Oxford Internet Institute, 2006 UN World Summit on the Information Society Award, 2005 DAAD Scholarships (2004, 2000) Initiativkreis Ruhrgebiet Fellowship (Honoured for outstanding research), 2002 International Federation for Information Processing (IFIP) Award, 2000 She is an active PhD supervisor and examiner, mentoring students on topics such as identity theft in Nigeria, e-voting, digital SMEs in South Africa, and feminist critiques of techno-capitalism. She has served as a Principal Investigator and Senior Researcher on major EU-funded projects including RRING, SATORI, CONSIDER, and ETICA. She is also a Visiting Lecturer and PhD Supervisor at Stockholm University, an Editorial Board Member for the Journal of Responsible Technology, and an ethics advisor for the European Commission. Dr Wakunuma is affiliated with the Centre for Computing and Social Responsibility (CCSR), where she contributes to interdisciplinary research on technology ethics and governance. She leads and participates in teams focused on responsible innovation, digital inclusion, and sustainable technology development, particularly in African contexts.

Sal HagenView profile

Researcher

• Digital Humanities
• Social Media Analysis
• Online Communities
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Sal Hagen is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute for Logic, Language and Computation (ILLC) at the University of Amsterdam, working within the Natural Language Processing & Digital Humanities group. His research focuses on the intersection of computational methods and cultural analysis, particularly examining online communities, political discourse, and meme culture. His educational background includes a Research Master's in Media Studies from the University of Amsterdam, for which he received the prestigious 2018 Internet Thesis Prize in the Internet & Social Sciences or Humanities category for his work "Here I Am, Praying to an Egyptian Frog: Exploring Political Fluidity on 4chan/pol/". He also won the Audience Award for his presentation at the ceremony. Hagen's research interests center on understanding the dynamics of online communities, with particular expertise in 4chan and related platforms. His work combines qualitative and quantitative approaches to analyze political discourse, far-right movements, and the evolution of memes across digital spaces. He examines how anonymity, platform architecture, and cultural context shape online interactions and political expression. His publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on tracing political movements through digital footprints, with particular attention to the interplay between platform-specific cultures and broader political trends. Hagen's work often bridges computational social science with cultural studies, creating methodologies that capture both the quantitative patterns and qualitative meanings of online discourse. Scientific Awards: 2018 Internet Thesis Prize (Internet & Social Sciences or Humanities category) Audience Award for presentation at Internet Thesis Prize ceremony Hagen has secured significant research funding, including an NWO PhD grant for humanities research running from 2019-2024. He has been involved in multiple research projects including the CAT4SMR project (2024), OILab (2017-present), and the ERC-funded ODYCCEUS project (2018-2019). As part of OILab (Online Intelligence Lab), Hagen contributes to research on online political subcultures, while his work on the CAT4SMR project focuses on stabilizing and developing tools for social media data collection and analysis. He is also the developer of the 4CAT Capture and Analysis Toolkit, which provides transparent and traceable methods for social media research.

Naser PourazadView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Digital Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Social Media Marketing
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Naser Pourazad is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at Flinders University, with affiliations to the Centre for Social Impact, Australian Industrial Transformation Institute, Jeff Bleich Centre for Democracy and Disruptive Technologies, and Torrens Resilience Initiative. His work bridges digital marketing, community resilience, and cultural diversity. PhD in Marketing, Flinders University (2018) MA in Business Administration, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2010) BSc in Statistics, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad (2008) Research focuses on digital transformation, agricultural resilience, defence capability, and social impact. His projects emphasize resilience frameworks, cross-cultural marketing, and data-driven decision-making. Articles highlight influencer marketing, mobile app engagement, and digital inclusion. 2023 Research Excellence Award (Early Career) 2023 Journal of Advertising Research Keynote 2021 Reviewer of the Year, Journal of Consumer Behaviour He chairs the CBGL Business Research Strategy Group and HDR Journal Club, mentors early-career researchers, and applies industry experience from Iran Dairy Industrial Co. to academic work.

Helen ArmstrongView profile

Professor

• Inclusive Design
• Machine Learning
• Digital Rights
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Helen Armstrong serves as Professor of Graphic & Experience Design and Director of the Graduate Program in Graphic & Experience Design at North Carolina State University's College of Design. Her academic leadership spans research, publication, and industry collaboration at the intersection of design and artificial intelligence. Her educational background includes an MA in English Literature from The University of Mississippi, an MA in Publication Design from the University of Baltimore, and an MFA in Graphic Design from The Maryland Institute College of Art. Armstrong's research focuses on digital rights, human-machine teaming, and accessible design, driven by her advocacy for inclusive interfaces as a parent of a child with disabilities. She explores how designers can establish leadership in AI development through human-centered approaches, particularly in explainable AI systems and trust calibration between humans and machines. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a dominant trend toward applying design principles to artificial intelligence challenges, with increasing emphasis on visualization techniques for uncertainty representation, ethical considerations in AI, and inclusive design methodologies. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications across diverse domains including intelligence analysis, financial services, and assistive technologies. Scientific recognition includes: University Faculty Scholar at NC State (2018) Armstrong actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students through studio courses and research projects while securing substantial industry funding. Her sponsored research portfolio features partnerships with SAS Analytics, IBM, REI, Advance Auto Parts, Sealed Air, Fidelity Investments, and the Laboratory for Analytic Sciences. Current projects address critical challenges in human-AI teaming, including visualizing confidence scores for speaker models, knowledge transfer in wealth management, and personalized shopping experiences. She maintains deep collaboration with the NC State Laboratory for Analytic Sciences (LAS) and contributes to the K-12 Design Lab initiative, extending her expertise in inclusive design to educational outreach programs and community engagement efforts.

Tobias LangnerView profile

Professor

• Brand Management
• Digital Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
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Tobias Langner is a Professor at the Chair of Marketing, Schumpeter School of Business and Economics, University of Wuppertal. His work focuses on brand management, consumer attention in digital advertising, and behavioral research, utilizing advanced methods like mobile eye-tracking in real-life contexts. University: University of Wuppertal School: Schumpeter School of Business and Economics Department: Chair of Marketing Research Interests : Tobias Langner’s research explores attention dynamics in social media ads, brand routine videos, and the psychology of consumer engagement. His team uses experimental designs and biometric data to validate advertising effectiveness. Recent Article Trends : His 2025 work emphasizes scalable attention measurement (viewport logging), AI-driven advertising samples, and celebrity effects ("vampire effect"). Earlier 2024 studies examine swiping behavior, social media detox, and emotional appeals in non-profit contexts. Scientific Awards : Best Paper Award (2024) for co-authored work on incubation and creativity Best Student Paper Awards at ICORIA 2024 and AAA 2024 for studies on carousel ads and swiping behavior Advising and Labs : He has supervised PhD candidates like Stefan Rohrbach (summa cum laude) and Julian Felix Kopka (summa cum laude). His lab, one of the world’s most advanced brand labs, integrates qualitative, quantitative, and biometric methods (eye-tracking, viewport logging) for real-world advertising research.

• Information Systems
• Knowledge Management
• Digital Transformation
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Rajiv Sabherwal is Distinguished Professor and Edwin & Karlee Bradberry Chair in the Information Systems department at the Walton College of Business , University of Arkansas . A Fellow of IEEE, AIS, and Asia-Pacific Artificial Intelligence Association, he has performed numerous editorial roles including Editor-in-Chief for IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management and co-Deputy Editor-in-Chief for Journal of Strategic Information Systems . Education: PhD in Information Systems (University of Pittsburgh), Post Graduate Diploma in Management (IIM Calcutta), BE in Electronics Engineering (Regional Engineering College, Bhopal University) Research Interests focus on information technology management, knowledge processes, and strategic alignment. His work examines digital transformation, virtual teams, and societal impacts of generative AI, with publications in MIS Quarterly , Information Systems Research , and Management Science . Awards include: AIS LEO lifetime achievement award Fellow of IEEE Fellow of Association for Information Systems Fellow of Asia-Pacific Artificial Intelligence Association Recent Publications analyze IT investment strategies, cultural heritage preservation through technology, pandemic-era digital challenges, and mobile app security. His work appears in journals like Journal of Information Technology , Computers in Human Behavior , and Journal of Global Information Technology Management .

• Operations Research
• Public Transport Systems
• Digital Transformation
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Leif Sörensen is a researcher at the University of Hildesheim , affiliated with the Institute of Business Administration and Business Informatics within the Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Economics and Computer Science . His work focuses on operations research and digital transformation in public transport systems, particularly examining flexible transport models, agent-based simulations, and geoinformation system integration. Core Affiliations Researcher (since 2023) - HAWK Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaft und Kunst, Holzminden Doctoral Researcher - Institute of Business Administration and Business Informatics, University of Hildesheim Former Student Assistant - TU Dresden and Max Planck Institute for Self-Organization Research Focus: Sörensen's research bridges transport policy , agent-based modeling , and data analytics . He investigates how digital transformation can enhance rural mobility through flexible public transport systems , with emphasis on contractual incentives for drivers and stochastic behavior prediction . His work spans both developed and developing economies , particularly analyzing informal transit systems in South Africa. Publication Trends: Recent articles demonstrate a strong focus on operations research in transport contexts, with 7/9 publications involving agent-based simulations and DRT (Demand-Responsive Transport) . Keywords cluster around urban mobility , digital transformation , and transport resilience , while sub-fields reveal expertise in dynamic routing algorithms , passenger acceptance metrics , and GIS-integrated transport planning . Key Projects Co-author on European Commission-funded transport safety modeling Participant in Smart Hybrid research initiative (44 co-publications) Contributor to International Transportation Economics Association conferences Academic Background: Holds degrees in International Economics (University of Göttingen) and International Business and Development (University of Bayreuth). Completed internships at UNECE Geneva and KfW Entwicklungsbank Pretoria , with fieldwork in South Africa and Japan .

• Human Factors
• Cybersecurity
• Cognitive Science
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Dr. Oliver Guidetti serves as a Level A Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Wollongong, specializing in human factors, cyber vigilance, and applied cognitive science. His interdisciplinary research bridges psychology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence to address critical challenges in human-machine collaboration and security operations environments. His educational foundation includes: Bachelor of Mathematics from Edith Cowan University (2011-2014) Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Edith Cowan University (2011-2014) Bachelor of Science (Psychology Honours) from Edith Cowan University (2015) Doctor of Philosophy from Edith Cowan University (2019-2022) Guidetti's research centers on the cognitive and physiological dimensions of human performance in security contexts. He investigates how eye-tracking, biometric monitoring, and neuroergonomic approaches can optimize vigilance in cybersecurity operations, while exploring socio-technical impacts of AI on human decision-making. His work extends to digital relationship literacy and AI bias mitigation, demonstrating applications across defense, healthcare, and industrial settings through collaborations with the Department of Home Affairs and Western Australian Cyber Defence Taskforce. His 2023-2024 publications reveal a cohesive research trajectory focused on cyber vigilance task design, human-AI teaming frameworks, and neuroergonomic validation methods. The corpus shows increasing integration of biometric data with cognitive theory to develop real-time performance assessment tools, alongside growing attention to ethical AI governance and cross-sector resilience in critical infrastructure protection. As an educator, Guidetti supervises Honours and PhD students in human factors and AI-driven research while teaching psychology research methods and cybersecurity applications. He co-developed an Australian Psychological Society-certified professional development course for psychologists entering cybersecurity fields, demonstrating his commitment to translating research into industry practice. His professional leadership includes advising on cyber vigilance frameworks, developing AI bias mitigation strategies, and serving on APS committees focused on digital psychology applications. Current projects involve designing AI-driven dating simulators for relationship literacy interventions and creating certified training programs for security operations personnel.

• Database Information Management
• Big Data Management Systems
• Data Structures
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Ioannis Tsaknakis is an Associate Professor at the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Peloponnese. He holds a PhD in computational geometry and multidimensional data structures from the University of Patras (2004) and has been actively involved in software systems research since 2004. His work spans Database Information Management , Big Data Systems , and Knowledge Mining , with a focus on data structures and computational geometry. Research Interests : Information Management in Databases Big Data Management Systems Computational Geometry Knowledge Mining in Databases/Web Publications highlight his contributions to IoT-driven educational frameworks, machine learning applications, and cryptographic systems for data security. He has taught courses on software design and data management since joining the University of Peloponnese in 2019. Contact : jtsaknakis@uop.gr . Office hours are in Building K (Monday & Tuesday, 8:00-9:00).

Kelly McDonoughView profile

Professor

• Colonial Literary and Cultural Studies
• Critical Indigenous Studies
• Ethnohistory (Nahuatl Studies)
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Kelly McDonough is a Tomás Rivera Regents Professor and Graduate Adviser at the University of Texas at Austin, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and specializes in interdisciplinary research bridging Colonial Literary and Cultural Studies, Critical Indigenous Studies, Ethnohistory (Nahuatl Studies), Science and Technology Studies, and Digital Humanities. Ph.D., University of Minnesota Her research focuses on Nahua intellectual production in Mexico over the past 500 years, challenging racialized discourses that exclude Nahuas from intellectual history. Her books The Learned Ones: Nahua Intellectuals in Postconquest Mexico and Indigenous Science and Technology: Nahuas and the World Around Them (2024) explore Nahua theoretical and practical inquiries into their environments across pre-invasion, colonial, and contemporary periods. McDonough leads collaborative digital humanities projects, including the digitization of the Fondo Real de Cholula judicial archive and the Co-PI role in the Unlocking the Colonial Archive initiative, which harnesses AI for Indigenous and Spanish American historical collections. She teaches courses covering global Indigenous media, critical Indigenous studies, and Nahuatl language. Key Research Themes: Indigenous knowledge systems, colonial archives, environmental inquiry, digital humanities methodologies, ethnohistory.

Kimberly Schonert-ReichlView profile

Professor

• Social and Emotional Learning
• Developmental Psychology
• Educational Psychology
• +6 more

Dr. Kimberly Schonert-Reichl is a Professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education within the Faculty of Education at the University of British Columbia. A world-renowned expert in social and emotional learning (SEL), her research focuses on fostering empathy, compassion, and resiliency in children through classroom-based interventions and interdisciplinary biological investigations. Her academic journey includes an MA in Educational Psychology from the University of Chicago, a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa, and postdoctoral training as an NIMH Fellow at the University of Chicago and Northwestern University Medical School. Prior to academia, she worked as a middle school teacher and at an alternative high school for at-risk adolescents. Dr. Schonert-Reichl's research spans SEL program evaluation (Roots of Empathy, MindUp), neurobiological mechanisms of learning, and population-level well-being assessment through the Middle Years Development Instrument (MDI). Recent work reveals growing emphasis on teacher adaptation in SEL implementation, trauma-informed approaches, and compassion training's neural correlates, with increasing international collaboration across 6+ countries. Her scientific contributions are recognized through: 2015 Joseph E. Zins Distinguished Scholar Award 2009 Paz Buttedahl Career Achievement Award 2007 UBC Killam Teaching Prize Fellowships with Mind and Life Institute and Botin Foundation 2004 Vancouver School Board Recognition Award She actively shapes policy as advisor to BC Ministry of Education, OECD Education 2030, CASEL Board Member, and Chair of Hawn Foundation's Scientific Research Advisory Board. Her public engagement includes 300+ presentations to educators and media appearances in The New York Times , CBC , and NPR . Leading the MDI project team, she coordinates cross-sector collaboration with researchers, policymakers, and educators across British Columbia, Australia, Germany, UK, and Croatia to transform child well-being measurement into actionable policy insights at population scale.

Erin ComartinView profile

Professor

• Criminal Justice Social Work
• Mental Health Interventions in Justice Settings
• Sex Offender Policy and Management
• +4 more

Erin Comartin is a Professor at Wayne State University School of Social Work, where she has served on faculty since 2016 after transitioning from Oakland University. Her scholarship critically examines social welfare policies and interventions for vulnerable populations within the criminal legal system, with particular emphasis on behavioral health needs and systemic reform initiatives. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Social Work from Wayne State University MSW from Wayne State University Post-Graduate Diploma of Arts in Community & Family Studies from University of Otago, New Zealand BA in Sociology from Oakland University Comartin's research program integrates clinical expertise from her prior work with homeless youth and domestic violence survivors to address critical gaps in justice-involved behavioral health services. She specializes in sex offender management policies, jail diversion interventions, and Behavioral Threat Assessment teams designed to prevent mass violence. Her methodological expertise spans qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods program evaluation with strong community engagement components. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2023-2025) reveals intensified focus on suicide prevention in correctional settings, overdose response systems, and law enforcement behavioral health training efficacy. Her work increasingly employs journey mapping and multi-site trial designs to evaluate systemic interventions across rural-urban divides, reflecting evolving priorities in criminal legal health services research. As principal investigator for Center for Behavioral Health and Justice initiatives, Comartin leads community-engaged projects including veteran reentry evaluations and Sequential Intercept Model implementation assessments. Her teaching portfolio encompasses advanced policy analysis, macro practice theory, and program evaluation within Wayne State's social work curriculum.

Eva ErikssonView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Participatory Design
• Interaction Design
• +7 more

Eva Eriksson is an Associate Professor at Aarhus University, affiliated with the School of Communication and Culture and the Department of Digital Design and Information Studies. Her work bridges design, technology, and social values, focusing on participatory and human-centered approaches. Her research interests center on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) , Participatory Design , and Design for Sustainability . She explores how co-design methods can empower youth, support children with learning differences like dyscalculia, and integrate more-than-human perspectives—considering non-human actors such as nature and technology—in design processes. Her work emphasizes ethical, inclusive, and reflective design practices. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in co-design with youth , XR and AR for education , sustainable technology , and methodological innovation in design research . These works span case studies, scoping reviews, and conceptual provocations, often published in top-tier venues like CHI and Interacting with Computers . Honourable Mention Award at CHI 2020 Honorable Mention, Design Space, CHI 2021 Most Cited Paper of 2021, International Journal of Child-Computer Interaction Eva Eriksson leads and contributes to externally funded research projects such as COMPILE (focused on dyscalculia and AR) and MOVA (on more-than-human values in design education), supported by the Independent Research Fund Denmark and Erasmus+. She supervises student projects and teaches courses such as Co-design and Bachelor Project . She also serves on international PhD examination and evaluation panels, demonstrating her active role in the global academic community. She is a core member of the Center for Computational Thinking & Design (CCTD) , a multidisciplinary research center at Aarhus University that fosters innovation in design, education, and technology.