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Carlos LopezosaView profile

Visiting Professor

• SEO
• Web Visibility
• Systematic Reviews
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Carlos Lopezosa is a Visiting Professor at the University of Barcelona (UB) under a Margarita Salas postdoctoral fellowship. Previously, he held an Associate Professor position at the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), where he taught across the Faculty of Communication, including Journalism, Advertising, and Audiovisual Communication. He also coordinated the Online Master's in SEO/SEM at the Barcelona School of Management (UPF). His research focuses on web visibility strategies (SEO, voice search, social media curation), qualitative methodologies (systematic reviews, semi-structured interviews), and AI applications in digital journalism. He is affiliated with the UB's Faculty of Information and Audiovisual Media, contributing to research groups like Professorat GIDD. His work bridges academic research with practical media strategies, emphasizing ethical AI integration and algorithmic transparency. Key research areas include news curation, AI-driven data analysis, and digital media ethics. Lopezosa has published extensively in journals like Future Internet , DOXA Comunicación , and El Profesional de la Información , with over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2018. His current projects explore AI's role in newsrooms, Google News algorithms, and multidimensional journal evaluation frameworks. Education: Doctor in Information Sciences Research Interests: SEO strategies, content curation, AI in media, systematic reviews Grants: Margarita Salas Postdoctoral Fellowship (UB) His work often addresses challenges in digital media visibility, ethical AI implementation, and the evolving role of algorithms in news dissemination. Lopezosa collaborates with institutions like the CRICC research center and frequently presents at international conferences on digital media trends.

• Belonging
• Sociology of Education
• Social Exclusion
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Vidyasagar Sharma is a Research Associate at Bielefeld University's Faculty of Sociology, working on the DFG-funded project "Navigating Universities. Student Aspirations, Boundary Drawing, and Transformations in India and the Philippines" under Prof. Dr. em. Joanna Pfaff-Czarnecka. He is affiliated with Department 6 - Sociology of Transnationalization and Social Anthropology and the Bielefeld Graduate School in History and Sociology. Education: 2023-04 - Ongoing: Research Associate in DFG project "Navigating Universities..." at Bielefeld University 2021-08 - 2022-05: Urban Fellows Program, Indian Institute of Human Settlements, Bengaluru 2018-10 - 2021-02: Master of Philosophy in Political Science, University of Delhi (Dissertation: Changing Contours of Caste in Urban Spaces: A Case Study of Delhi) 2015-07 - 2017-07: Master of Arts in Political Science, Jawaharlal Nehru University 2011-07 - 2014-06: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Indira Gandhi National Open University Research Focus: Sharma's work critically examines caste dynamics in Indian educational institutions, institutional violence against marginalized students, and the commodification of higher education. His research explores how social hierarchies manifest in university spaces and affect student experiences, particularly for Dalit-Bahujan communities, with strong emphasis on belonging, social exclusion, and educational equity. Publication Trends: His prolific output spans academic journals and major media outlets including The Indian Express and The Wire. A consistent theme across his work is the intersection of caste discrimination and mental health among university students, with particular attention to institutional responses to student suicides and the moral crisis in India's higher education system. Scientific Awards: 2019-07 - 2023-03: Junior Research Fellowship, University Grants Commission, India 2015-07 - 2016-07: Nirman Foundation Fellowship, Centre for Policy Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University Professional Activities: Sharma is a member of the British Sociological Association (2023-present) and founded the academic initiative "Speaking From Margin" in 2021 to build solidarity for social justice in higher education. His research experience includes work as a Principal Investigator at the Indian Institute for Human Settlements and a Research Intern at the Center for Policy Research in New Delhi. Additional Information: Fluent in Hindi and English with working knowledge of German, Sharma bridges academic scholarship with public discourse through regular contributions to major media platforms addressing pressing issues in education policy and social justice.

Dhrubodhi MukherjeeView profile

Associate Professor

• Trauma-Informed Care
• Substance Use Disorder
• Integrated Healthcare Systems
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Dhrubodhi Mukherjee , Ph.D., LCSW-S, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of North Texas . His work focuses on the intersection of trauma and substance use disorder , emphasizing integrated care , community health workforce development , and healthcare system fragmentation . Program Director/Principal Investigator: $1.8M HRSA-funded CHW-OSUDS (Community Health Worker Program for Opioids/Substance Use Disorders) Co-Principal Investigator: BTIIC (Bilingual Trauma-Informed Integrated Care Project) Certified in EMDR , TfCBT , and Financial Social Work Dr. Mukherjee’s research explores: Challenges in rural-urban addiction responses Multidisciplinary workforce integration through community needs assessments Role of social capital and technology in aging populations and virtual volunteering His publications span trauma-informed care , climate change mental health impacts , elder abuse , and digital governance , with grants from SAMHSA and HRSA supporting innovative interventions in addiction recovery.

Albert TreytlView profile

Researcher

• Communication Technologies
• Security
• Distributed Systems
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Albert Treytl is a Senior Researcher at the Danube University Krems , serving as Head of the Center for Distributed Systems and Sensor Networks and Deputy Head of the Department for Integrated Sensor Systems. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Vienna University of Technology (2001) and has over two decades of experience in communication technologies and security. Current roles: Head of Center, Deputy Head of Department Research focus: Security for embedded systems, IoT, digital twins, AI in energy optimization Involvement: IEEE, CEN TC 247 WG4, IEEE1588 standardization His work addresses distributed data management, smart grid security, and model predictive control strategies for energy efficiency in buildings and traffic systems. He leads multiple national and international projects funded by FFG and EU programs. Recent research projects include KI4HVACS (AI-driven HVAC optimization), Factories4Renewables (industrial renewable energy integration), and Dataskop (sensor-based data economy). He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and serves as co-lecturer at the Vienna University of Technology.

• Executive Education
• International Management
• Marketing
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Sebastian Huber is a Lecturer and academic leader at the Lucerne School of Business (Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts), holding roles such as Coordinator of Continuing and Executive Education and Head of multiple academic programs including the CAS in International Management and Business Excellence. He holds a DBA in Business Administration from Silpakorn University (Thailand) and has extensive industry experience in luxury goods, marketing, and international business development. His educational background includes a Master/MBA in International Business and Economics (China-focused) from Hamburg University/Fudan University and a Bachelor of Arts in International Business Management. His academic career spans teaching Organisational Behaviour and International Management at Swiss universities since 2004. Research focuses on B2B sharing economy models, SME business transformation, luxury industry innovation, and digitalization in education. Key projects include hyFiT - hybride Führung internationaler Teams and AI Driven Business Model Innovation . He actively publishes in journals like Marketing Review St. Gallen and ABAC Journal , with over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2021. Awards: Honorary Membership in Luxury Innovation Lab, Reviewer roles for multiple academic platforms Podcasts: Co-hosts Von Pontius bis Pilatus , an executive education podcast Industry Experience: Over 20 years in leadership roles at companies like Montblanc, Wellendorff, and Alibaba His work bridges academic research and practical business challenges, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative educational models.

Bradley TurnerView profile

Professor

• Golf Instruction
• Golf Education
• Golf Course Management
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Bradley Turner serves as the Director of Online Golf Instruction at Keiser University College of Golf, where he holds an academic position with significant leadership responsibilities. With credentials including an MBA and PGA certification, Turner has established himself as an authority in golf education and instruction methodology. His research interests span multiple dimensions of golf education, including golf instruction techniques, golf course management, golf psychology, technological innovations in golf training, turfgrass management, and the business aspects of the golf industry. Turner has demonstrated particular expertise in the psychological components of golf performance and the application of modern technology to traditional golf instruction. Turner's scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with contemporary issues in golf education, with a focus on practical applications for both amateur and professional golfers. His work often addresses the intersection of traditional golf instruction with modern technological advancements, examining how digital tools and platforms can enhance learning outcomes in golf education. Over 165 published articles on golf instruction and education Specialized expertise in online golf instruction methodologies Focus on practical applications for golfers of all skill levels Contributions to golf business and management education As Director of Online Golf Instruction, Turner oversees the development and delivery of golf education programs through digital platforms, adapting traditional golf instruction to modern educational technologies and learning preferences. His work bridges the gap between academic golf education and practical industry applications, making him a significant contributor to contemporary golf pedagogy.

Saeed Karimi Aghdam OrdaklouView profile

Associate Professor

• Cultural-Historical Psychology
• Second Language Acquisition
• TESOL
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Dr. Saeed Karimi Aghdam Ordaklou is an Associate Professor of English Language and Didactics at the Faculty of Education and Arts, Nord University, Norway. His academic career is rooted in applied linguistics, with a focus on second language acquisition, educational psychology, and dynamic systems theory. PhD in Applied Linguistics (Second Language Acquisition), University of Jyväskylä, Finland MA in English Language Teaching, Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University, Iran B.A. in English Language & Literature, University of Tabriz, Iran Professional Teacher Education, JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Finland His research synthesizes Vygotsky’s cultural-historical psychology, dynamic systems theory, and dialectical frameworks to explore second language development in sociocultural contexts. Key themes include L2 writing, complexity-accuracy-fluency dynamics, and interdisciplinary theoretical integration. Recent publications emphasize dynamic systems theory applications, digital mediation in multilingual writing, and the sociocultural dimensions of language learning. He has also guest-edited special issues addressing theoretical dialogues in applied linguistics. Dr. Karimi Aghdam has taught in Iran, Finland, and Norway, and holds teaching qualifications from the UK, Finland, and Norway. He actively collaborates with international scholars and has held visiting researcher roles at UC San Diego, Penn State, and the University of Southern Denmark.

Nuala FloodView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Urban Design
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Participatory Design
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Nuala Flood is a Senior Lecturer in the Sustainable Built Environment department at Queen’s University Belfast, combining architectural practice with pedagogical innovation. Her work focuses on participatory design methods, climate change adaptation, and urban regeneration. She leads the award-winning Public CoLab initiative, a week-long workshop fostering collaboration between students and communities to address spatial challenges in Northern Ireland. Key areas of expertise include ecotopian design fictions, temporary urban interventions, and codesign for climate resilience. Flood has pioneered climate literacy programs within her institution, integrating sustainability into architectural education curricula. She actively engages in interdisciplinary projects like the Future Island-Island initiative exploring coastal adaptation. Notable achievements include the 2022 Fulbright/Environmental Protection Agency Scholarship and multiple teaching awards. Research interests span urban interventionist practices, architectural pedagogy, and place-based climate solutions. Her publications address topics ranging from extreme heat risks in sports infrastructure to seaweed-based urban symbiosis. Flood has presented at global events such as the Reach’24 Arts & Sustainability Festival and contributed to media discussions on Belfast’s water quality and flood resilience. She supervises PhD research in codesign methodologies and participatory urbanism, reflecting her commitment to bridging academic inquiry with community-driven action. Education: Architectural practice background with ARB registration Grants: Co-investigator on the Future Island-Island project (2024–present) Labs/Teams: Public CoLab, Sustainable Built Environment research group Future Work: Scaling climate adaptation pedagogy, exploring bio-based materials

Frans van LunterenView profile

Professor

• History of Natural Sciences
• Dutch Science History (1815–1940)
• Science-Society Interactions
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Frans van Lunteren is a Professor of History of Natural Sciences at Leiden University, specializing in the Dutch natural sciences between 1815 and 1940, particularly physics. His research examines science-society interactions, institutional roles of universities and research institutes, and the cultural dimensions of scientific progress. He holds a PhD awarded at Teylers Museum at age 68, demonstrating late-career academic achievement. His work bridges historical analysis with modern scientific communication, emphasizing the role of instruments and internationalization in scientific development. Education: PhD in History of Science (Teylers Museum, 2017) Affiliations: Leiden Observatory, Navegar Foundation (Portugal), European planetary science networks Research focuses on determinism debates in early 20th-century science, KNMI and KNAW institutional roles, and the material culture of scientific instruments. He has advised five PhD students and pioneered fulldome planetarium shows like Camping with the Stars , blending education and entertainment. His publications span peer-reviewed journals, popular science articles, and international astronomy outreach programs like IYA2009. Key contributions include the International Year of Astronomy 2009 Final Report and Venus Express mission analysis. His work highlights interdisciplinary approaches to science history, combining archival research with public engagement initiatives.

• Design Research
• Participatory Design
• Co-Design
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Elizabeth (Liz) Sanders, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Design at The Ohio State University (OSU) since 2011. She is a globally recognized social scientist and pioneer in participatory and co-design methodologies, advocating for democratizing design through collaborative, human-centered approaches. Her work emphasizes involving stakeholders in shaping their own futures, particularly in healthcare, education, and technology. Alongside her academic role, she founded MakeTools, LLC, to explore co-design landscapes and develop tools for collective creativity. Sanders holds degrees from Miami University (BA in Psychology and Anthropology, 1975) and The Ohio State University (MA, 1977; PhD, 1981). She has been honored with prestigious awards including Phi Beta Kappa and membership in Sigma Xi. Her research focuses on transdisciplinary co-design, collective dreaming, and speculative design. Notable projects include reimagining healthcare spaces, designing interventions for diabetes management, and fostering creativity through playful probes. Sanders has collaborated with major companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Procter & Gamble, bridging academic and industrial design practices. She co-authored Convivial Toolbox: Generative Research for the Front End of Design , a seminal text in co-design education and practice. Awards and recognitions include Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, Sigma Xi, and a University Fellowship from OSU (1975–1979). She actively contributes to university initiatives, such as the Reimagining Teaching and Learning Initiative, and advises student organizations like Paranormal Investigations at OSU. Her work explores emerging technologies like VR/AR/AI to accelerate co-design and collective creativity in envisioning future living systems.

• Computer Science Education
• Algorithms
• Pedagogy
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Kevin Sun is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill). Previously, he taught computer science at Elon University (2022-23) and holds a PhD/MS from Duke University and a BS in Computer Science and Mathematics from Rutgers University. His work focuses on computer science education, pedagogical strategies, and intellectual development theories. Education: PhD & MS in Computer Science, Duke University BS in Computer Science and Mathematics, Rutgers University Research/Teaching Interests: He emphasizes active learning methodologies, the philosophy of education, and the intersection of writing/grammar with cognitive development. His newsletter explores pedagogy, psychology, and philosophy in CS education. Notable publications include analyses of NYT grammatical errors and conceptual essays on education metaphors like 'college as a gym for the brain.' Labs/Teams: No specific lab affiliation mentioned, though his teaching and writing activities suggest involvement in educational resource development.

Tülin HaşlamanView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Technology
• Instructional Design
• Self-Regulated Learning
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Tülin Haşlaman is an Associate Professor at the Department of Elementary Education - Primary Education, TED University. She holds roles as a Coordinator and Vice Head of Department. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as Instructional Technologies, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning, and Micro Teaching, reflecting her expertise in educational technology and pedagogical innovation. Her research focuses on ICT integration in education, self-regulated learning strategies, and teacher development. Notable areas of interest include the use of digital storytelling for computational thinking, infographics in supporting student autonomy, and smartphone addiction among university students. She has also studied the impact of social media platforms like Facebook on teacher training and the integration of ICT into teaching processes. Dr. Haşlaman’s work emphasizes bridging technology with educational practices, particularly in primary education contexts. Her articles highlight themes such as pre-service teacher digital competency, disabled teachers’ technology integration challenges, and peer assessment in online environments. Despite her extensive academic contributions, she has no explicitly listed awards or grants in the provided materials. Her courses over the years span foundational education topics like Learning Environments, Observation in Schools, and Research Methods, demonstrating a commitment to both theoretical and applied aspects of education. While she has not specified any affiliated labs or teams, her teaching and research activities suggest active engagement in educational technology initiatives and teacher professional development programs.

Bruce BrownView profile

Professor

• Visual language
• Visual memory
• Research management
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Bruce Brown is Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research at the University of Brighton , overseeing research across life, physical, social sciences, and arts and humanities. He previously served as Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Architecture (1989–2006) and Head of the Department of Design (1984–1989). Administrative Leadership : REF2014/RAE2008 Chair, International Governor at Shenkar College, and advisor to academic bodies in Hong Kong, Portugal, and Italy. Research Interests : Visual memory, arts education, and research leadership, with publications spanning design history, spatial design, and cultural policy. Scientific Awards : 2007 WHO’s WHO (A&C Black) 2005 Honorary Fellow (University for the Creative Arts) 2004 Honorary Fellow (Royal College of Art) 1985 Elected Member (Designers and Art Directors Association) 1978 Sanderson and Herbert Read Awards (Royal College of Art) 1970 Elected Fellow (Royal Society of Arts) Articles focus on visual communication, design policy, and cultural memory, reflecting his expertise in design research and higher education leadership . He is currently an Editor of Design Issues: Research Journal (MIT Press).

Tim HicksView profile

Professor

• Comparative Politics
• Public Policy
• Comparative Political Economy
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Tim Hicks is Professor of Political Economy in the Department of Political Science at University College London, where he currently serves as Director of Education overseeing all educational activities and student experience. Previously holding positions as Associate Professor (2017-2023) and Lecturer (2014-2017), he has also held academic appointments at Trinity College Dublin and visiting positions at Oxford, Yale, and UBC. DPhil Politics, Nuffield College, Oxford (2005-2009) MSc European Public Policy, University College London (2003-2004) BSc Economics, University of Bristol (1999-2002) Hicks specializes in comparative politics and political economy of industrialized democracies, with three core research strands: (1) politics of austerity and fiscal policy, (2) politics of economic inequality, and (3) political economy and media. His work employs diverse methodologies including survey experiments, content analysis, and comparative case studies, often examining how economic conditions shape political behavior and policy preferences across advanced democracies. His publication record features articles in top journals including American Political Science Review , Journal of Politics , and British Journal of Political Science . Hicks' recent work analyzes media representations of economic inequality, public responses to austerity rhetoric, and pandemic-era shifts in healthcare policy preferences, demonstrating consistent focus on the intersection of economic conditions, political institutions, and public opinion. Hicks actively supervises PhD students including Liam Kneafsey (Trinity College Dublin) and Philipp Schroeder (UCL), and teaches core undergraduate courses such as Introduction to Politics for Philosophy, Politics and Economics students. As Director of Education since 2022, he leads curriculum development and quality assurance for the department's educational programs.

Mandy Savitz-RomerView profile

Senior Lecturer

• College Access and Success
• School Counseling
• Career Readiness
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Mandy Savitz-Romer serves as the Nancy Pforzheimer Aronson Senior Lecturer in Human Development and Education at Harvard Graduate School of Education (HGSE), where she leads the school counseling strand. Her work critically examines school counseling systems and conditions for effective practice, with focused expertise in college access for students of color and first-generation college students. Her educational foundation includes a Ph.D. from Boston College (2004), which informs her scholarship on developmental approaches to student success. Research interests center on reimagining school counseling through college and career readiness frameworks, addressing systemic barriers for marginalized students. She pioneers intersections of counseling systems, noncognitive skill development, and technology-enhanced support structures that promote equitable outcomes across K-12 and higher education transitions. Publications reveal consistent emphasis on data-driven counseling practices, technology integration for first-generation students, and the critical role of noncognitive skills in college success. Her work bridges research-practice partnerships to transform counseling systems through evidence-based innovation. Recognition includes: ASHE 2018 Book Award for Technology and Engagement NACAC Excellence in Education Award (2016) Her advisory impact spans school districts, foundations, and universities through consultation and research projects expanding access to student support programming. She actively shapes future counseling leaders through HGSE's Human Development and Education program. As faculty lead for school counseling, she directs curriculum development and strategic initiatives advancing the profession's capacity to serve diverse student populations through institutional change.