Dolunay Kumlu is an Associate Professor at Trakya University's Faculty of Letters, Department of Translation and Interpretation, with a career spanning since 2016. Her work focuses on translation strategies, medical and legal translation, AI integration in translation, and specialized translation pedagogy. She has contributed to curriculum design for customs/logistics translation, medical interpreting, and cultural adaptation in children's literature. High School (1995), BA (2000), MA (2005), PhD (2016) in Translation Studies Academic trajectory: Lecturer (2016) → Assistant Professor (2023) → Associate Professor (2024) Her research explores the intersection of translation theory with practical challenges such as rhetorical devices in political speeches, AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) in cultural translation, and textual analysis for equivalence. The 15 most recent publications demonstrate her engagement with translation technology, medical/legal terminology, and educational frameworks like the Bologna Process. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, Kumlu has presented extensively at international symposia (e.g., Rumeli Symposium 2023, BAKEA Symposium 2021) and contributed to book chapters on topics ranging from translational paralysis due to textual neglect to social media impacts in academic translation training.
Kayvan Kousha is a Senior Researcher at the University of Wolverhampton, leading the Statistical Cybermetrics and Research Evaluation Group within the Faculty of Arts, Business, and Social Sciences. With a PhD in Information Science and Scientometrics from the University of Tehran, his career spans academic appointments in both Iran and the UK. His research focuses on innovative methods for assessing research impact through digital sources, including: Developing AI-driven tools for evaluating REF impact case studies Analyzing grey literature and social media citations Studying peer review acceleration during global crises Creating semi-automatic URL classification systems for non-academic impact Key contributions include: 15+ recent publications on research evaluation Editorial roles at Scientometrics and Springer's AI for Scientometrics Being ranked among the top 2% of global scientists in information management Pioneering methods for assessing educational impact through online syllabi His work has significantly influenced how institutions measure research impact beyond traditional citations, incorporating digital footprints like Wikipedia, Goodreads, and YouTube.
Prof. Dr. Hacı Ömer Beydoğan is a faculty member at the Faculty of Education , Department of Educational Sciences , Ahi Evran University , Turkey. Holding a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from Atatürk University (1993), a Master’s in Classroom Education from Gazi University (1988), and a BA in Educational Sciences (1985), he has dedicated his career to teacher education and curriculum design. Key Roles : Professor (2013–present, Ahi Evran University) Chair of Department of Educational Sciences (2018–2021) Department Head (2004–2007) Research Interests : His work focuses on Curriculum and Instruction , Measurement and Evaluation in Education , and Educational Technologies . Notably, he has explored multimedia-based learning , peer assessment , and feedback mechanisms in teacher training. Publication Trends : Recent articles address scale development for educational assessment (2024), non-digital computer science education (2023), and drama-based language instruction (2022). Earlier works examine multimedia learning (2015), self-regulated learning (2015), and concept map applications (2010). Advising and Projects : He has supervised over 13 theses, including Lokman Çavdar’s 2025 PhD on teacher technology integration and Davut Yıldırım’s 2019 Master’s on augmented reality in preschool education . Active in projects like Development of the Student University Image Scale (2016) and Analysis of 5th Grade English Curricula (2019), his research bridges theory and practice in educational quality.
Larry Beason is a Professor at the University of South Alabama within the College of Arts and Sciences, Department of English. His expertise spans rhetorical analysis, composition pedagogy, grammar, and science fiction. He is renowned for his book Eyes Before Ease , which delves into the cultural and communicative significance of spelling, and has co-authored several influential grammar and usage guides. Research Focus: Rhetorical analysis, writing assessment, ethics in writing instruction, and intersections of digital communication with pedagogy. Notable Publications: Eyes Before Ease , A Commonsense Guide to Grammar & Usage , and The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage . His scholarly work addresses topics such as grammar standards in gaming forums, writing assessment methodologies, and the role of ethics in composition instruction. He has contributed to journals like College Composition and Communication , WPA: Journal of the Council of Writing Program Administrators , and Research in the Teaching of English .
Szilárd Svitek is Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Economics and Informatics, J. Selye University , Komárno, Slovakia. Holding a PhD in the Theory of Mathematics and Informatics Education, he has continuously served the university since 2018, leading curriculum development and research initiatives while lecturing in both Slovak and Hungarian. Education 2012–2015: Teaching of German Language & Literature and Mathematics – Faculty of Education, J. Selye University 2015–2017: Master’s continuation in the same programme – Faculty of Education, J. Selye University 2020–2024: PhD in Theory of Teaching Mathematics and Informatics – Faculty of Economics and Informatics, J. Selye University Research Focus His scholarly work straddles pure mathematics and mathematics education . In pure mathematics he investigates densities, distribution and convergence properties of numerical sequences, while in education he explores digital distance learning, comparative competences of Slovak and Hungarian secondary students, and innovative didactic methods including visualization and open-ended problem solving. Publications & Impact Since 2021 he has authored or co-authored 20 scholarly outputs indexed in Web of Science Core Collection, Scopus and Current Contents Connect, accruing 19 citations (10 without self-citations). His works appear in journals such as Mathematics (MDPI), Journal of Humanistic Mathematics and Annales Mathematicae et Informaticae . Grants & Projects VEGA 1/0663/19 (2019–2021): Analysis of science & mathematics education in secondary schools and innovation of subject-didactic content VEGA 1/0386/21 (2021–2023): Reasons for student success/failure in mathematics with emphasis on electronic distance education VEGA 1/0776/21 (2021–2023): Densities, distribution and convergence properties of number sequences Department Leadership & Collaboration As Head of the Department of Mathematics, he coordinates curriculum design, supervises junior colleagues and fosters international cooperation, notably through Erasmus+ partnerships and cross-border Slovak–Hungarian educational projects.
Samantha Jury is an interdisciplinary artist at the University of Hertfordshire 's School of Creative Arts , specializing in the intersection of film-based imagery, trauma studies, and climate change discourse through installations, photography, and sound art. Her practice bridges art with psychology via collaborations like the one with Prof. Christian Klöckner at NTNU, Norway. Education details not explicitly mentioned in available texts. Research Interests Her work examines how media-replayed traumas shape societal understanding ( suspended traumas ), environmental extremity documentation, and the psychological impact of visual arts on climate change perception. Projects integrate choreography, writing, and psychology for holistic exploration. Exhibition Highlights 2013 solo show Coerced Nature at Rose Art Museum, USA 2009-10 Artist-in-Residence at Irish Museum of Modern Art Grants & Collaborations Funded by Norwegian Research Council , Arts Council England , and The Elephant Trust . Collaborates with institutions like Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).
Ryan Seedall is a Professor and Director of the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Program at Utah State University's Department of Human Development and Family Studies. He holds a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies with an MFT specialization from Michigan State University (2011), an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University (2004), and a BA in Psychology from Brigham Young University (2001). He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Utah and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor. PhD, Michigan State University (2011) MS, Brigham Young University (2004) BA, Brigham Young University (2001) His research focuses on improving couple and family relationships by examining therapeutic processes, attachment dynamics, and protective family mechanisms. He investigates interventions like enactments, softening techniques, and socio-emotional therapies while addressing mental health disparities among marginalized groups. His recent work includes problematic pornography use recovery, religious OCD treatment, and grief rhythm frameworks for bereaved parents. Key article trends span 2016-2025, emphasizing attachment theory, therapeutic interventions, and mental health outcomes. Subfields include couple therapy, anxiety disorders, digital addiction, grief counseling, and diversity-sensitive approaches. AAMFT 2016 Thesis Award - Mentor Reviewer of the Year, Journal of Marital and Family Therapy (2013) New Professional Outstanding Paper Award (2012) Multiple scholarships from Michigan State University, Texas Tech University, and Brigham Young University Seedall has mentored 23 graduate students in Human Development and Family Studies since 2012. His teaching philosophy prioritizes caring environments, constructive feedback, and experiential learning. He has taught courses on MFT theory, research, and practicum, as well as undergraduate classes on family diversity and cultural dynamics.
Patrice CLEMENTE serves as a Lecturer at INSA Centre Val de Loire, France, affiliated with the LIFO research laboratory (Laboratoire d'Informatique Fondamentale d'Orléans). His academic work focuses on cybersecurity with emphasis on cloud infrastructure security, biometric authentication systems, and attribute-based access control models. His research trajectory spans two decades, evolving from foundational SELinux policy analysis and honeypot forensics (2004-2012) toward contemporary medical security applications. Recent publications demonstrate specialization in photoplethysmography-based biometric authentication and Internet of Medical Things security architectures, reflecting adaptation to emerging healthcare technology challenges. Methodologically, his work combines systematic literature reviews with practical security framework development. Analysis of his 25 HAL publications reveals consistent contributions to security policy specification, virtualization security, and intrusion detection systems. The 2023-2024 publications indicate a strategic shift toward healthcare security domains while maintaining core expertise in access control and threat modeling. Scientific awards: No specific awards or fellowships were documented in the source material. Advising and grants: The provided information contains no records of supervised students, doctoral committees, or secured research funding. Labs and teams: CLEMENTE operates within LIFO, a joint research unit of the University of Orléans and INSA Centre Val de Loire under CNRS supervision, focusing on fundamental computer science research with security as a primary pillar.
Francesca Santoni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Modern Literature and Culture, Faculty of Literature and Philosophy, Sapienza University of Rome. Her academic career spans over 30 years, with expertise in Latin paleography, diplomatics, and manuscript culture analysis. Education: Laurea in Letters (1986) - Sapienza University of Rome PhD in Diplomatics (1993) - Sapienza University of Rome Specializing in medieval document analysis, her research focuses on manuscript transmission, legal writing practices, and historical document systems from late antiquity to the modern age. Current projects include the MeMo. Memory of Montecassino PRIN 2020 initiative and editorial board contributions to major archival journals. Recent publications examine: cross-cultural codicology in Baroque Rome (2022); digital documentation systems (2020); and medieval legal processes in Rome (2015). Her work bridges traditional paleographic methods with digital humanities approaches. Leadership Roles: Co-director of "Nuovi annali della Scuola speciale per archivisti e bibliotecari" (2025-) PhD program faculty in Documentary, Linguistic and Literary Sciences (2014-) Chair of Archivistica e biblioteconomia (2011-14) She supervises thesis projects and doctoral research, having guided over 80 students in archival and paleographic studies. Active in institutional evaluations and accreditation processes, she plays a key role in shaping archival education standards at Sapienza University.
Dr. Chang Y Choo is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at San José State University, where he also serves as Director of the AI/ML FPGA/DSP Systems Laboratory. His academic career spans over three decades, with previous positions at Worcester Polytechnic Institute and industry experience at Altera Corp. (now Intel). Dr. Choo maintains an active research program focusing on hardware acceleration for AI and signal processing applications, with particular emphasis on FPGA-based implementations for real-world systems. Dr. Choo's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Computer and Systems Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1986) M.S. in Operations Research and Statistics, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1982) B.S./M.S. in Engineering, Seoul National University, Korea Dr. Choo's research interests center on the intersection of hardware design and artificial intelligence. His work focuses on implementing computer vision, deep learning, and digital signal processing algorithms on specialized hardware platforms including FPGAs, GPUs, and custom ASICs. Current projects include developing real-time illumination/view-independent object recognition systems for autonomous vehicles, wideband acoustic echo cancellation for wearable technology, and FPGA-based accelerators for medical imaging applications. His research bridges theoretical algorithm development with practical hardware implementation constraints. Analysis of Dr. Choo's recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated hardware-accelerated AI systems. His work has evolved from foundational research in digital signal processing and image compression to cutting-edge applications of deep learning on specialized hardware. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in implementing CNN architectures on FPGAs, developing metabolic syndrome prediction models, and creating food object detection systems using transformer models. This progression reflects the broader field's shift toward hardware-aware AI development. Dr. Choo's significant scientific contributions include multiple patents that have advanced the state of the art in several domains: U.S. Patent No. 9,025,763 (2015): 'Apparatus and Method for cancelling wideband acoustic echo' U.S. Patent Nos. 7,058,675 (2006) and 7,124,161 (2006): 'Apparatus and method for implementing efficient arithmetic circuits in programmable logic devices' U.S. Patent Nos. 5,943,096 (1999) and 6,621,864 (2003): 'Motion vector based frame insertion process' U.S. Patent Nos. 5,832,131 (1998) and 5,991,455 (1999): 'Hashing-based vector quantization' U.S. Patent No. 5,587,710 (1997): 'Syntax based arithmetic coder and decoder' Throughout his career, Dr. Choo has been actively involved in both academic and industry collaborations. He has served as a technical consultant for numerous Silicon Valley companies including National Semiconductor (now Texas Instruments), Philips Semiconductor, Skybox Imaging (acquired by Google), Novariant (now AgJunction), and Ricoh Innovations. His industry experience informs his teaching approach, which emphasizes practical implementation considerations alongside theoretical foundations. Dr. Choo has also served as an expert witness in intellectual property court cases involving audio and video compression algorithms and FPGA hardware. Dr. Choo directs the FPGA/DSP AI/DL Laboratory at San José State University, which focuses on developing hardware-accelerated solutions for real-time AI applications. The lab maintains strong connections with Silicon Valley technology companies and provides students with hands-on experience in cutting-edge hardware design methodologies. Current research directions include autonomous vehicle navigation systems, medical imaging applications, and edge AI deployment strategies.
Ekateryna Todorova, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the Department of Health Care and Social Work, New Bulgarian University. She specializes in developmental dyslexia, speech therapy, and special educational needs. Her career spans over two decades in academic and clinical roles. Research Interests: Dyslexia diagnostics and therapy Articulation and phonological disorders Executive function in learning disabilities Educational technology for special needs Developmental language impairments Inclusive education practices Academic Contributions: She has authored multiple books and chapters on developmental dyslexia and articulation disorders, including Bulgarian adaptations of international diagnostic tools like DDE-2. Her recent research focuses on literacy training for children with physical disabilities using assistive technologies. Professional Roles: Former dean of the Bachelor's Faculty (2016-2020), former director of quality commission, and academic mentor in EU-funded projects like Erasmus+ and Human Resources Development Program.
Muskaan Singh is a Lecturer in Data Analytics at the Intelligent Systems Research Centre (ISRC) within the School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems at Ulster University . A member of the Cognitive Analytics Research Lab (CARL) , her work bridges Natural Language Processing (NLP) , Artificial Intelligence , and Practical Applications in domains ranging from machine translation to biomedical diagnostics. Education: PhD in Machine Translation (Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, 2016-2020) Master’s in Machine Translation (IIIT Hyderabad, India) Her research spans NLP and AI with applications in code-switched language modeling , depression detection , social media analytics , and medical diagnostics . She has developed multilingual tools for automatic minuting, including DeepCon and ALIGNMEET , and contributed to EU-funded projects like ROXANNE (criminal network analysis) and ELITR (European Live Translator). Key scientific awards include first prizes in international NLP competitions (EVAL4NLP, LT-EDI, SMM4H) and recognition at EMNLP , ACL , and COLING . She received the Inclusion and Diversity Grant (EMNLP 2021) and GHC Scholarship (2019). Current projects include AI-EPOCMON (AI-Enabled Point-of-Care Monitoring) and T3-NCP (crime prevention for safer communities). Dr. Singh has supervised grants from UKRI and Alzheimer’s Research UK , focusing on AI for health and IT operations . Her team at ISRC collaborates globally with institutions in Switzerland , Czech Republic , and India . She also leads research for the Center for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at IIIT Lucknow, India.
Michael Fosmire is a Professor at Purdue University’s Science and Engineering Libraries. He specializes in applying active learning techniques to information literacy instruction, studying the information-seeking behaviors of scientists and engineers, and addressing scholarly publishing issues. His research bridges library science and engineering education to enhance curriculum design and student research skills. MLIS, University of Washington, 1997 M.S., Physics, University of Washington, 1996 B.S., Physics and Mathematics, Pennsylvania State University, 1992 His work focuses on integrating information literacy into engineering design processes through competency-based education, digital badging, and real-world problem-solving. He has explored fake news perception in science education and the application of reflective judgment in information literacy. Recent publications emphasize scientific news literacy, data management in STEM, and the role of technical standards in education. Awards include ASEE National Conference Best Paper (2012) and LIRT Top-20 Library Instruction Article (2005, 2011). Fosmire has served on editorial boards and advisory councils for major scientific publications, including the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and the Guide to Reference . His professional memberships include the American Institute of Physics Publications Policies Committee and the Physics-Astronomy Mathematics Division.
Murat Ergin is an Associate Professor at the Department of Sociology , Koç University , Istanbul. His research intersects Culture , Race and Ethnicity , and Death Studies , with a focus on social stratification in Turkey and Japan. Research Areas : Racialization processes, cultural consumption patterns, death rituals, and academic neo-colonialism. Collaborative Work : Explores probation officer training in Turkey and global intellectual labor hierarchies through publications in journals like Death Studies and Ethnic and Racial Studies . Email : muergin@ku.edu.tr . No explicit details about awards or students provided in the texts.
Sascha Schroeder is a Professor of Educational Psychology at the Georg-August University of Göttingen since 2018, where he heads the Department of Educational Psychology. Previously, he led the Max Planck Research Group 'Reading Education and Development' (REaD) at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development in Berlin from 2012-2018, following research positions at the University of Kassel, Max Planck Institute, and University of Cologne. Dr. Schroeder's research focuses on language and text psychology, with emphasis on process-based diagnostics of reading and language skills, eye movements in children and adults, and cognitive deficits of weak readers. His work in educational psychology explores digitalization of teaching and learning contexts, serious gaming, and embedded assessment. Methodologically, he specializes in linear mixed-effect models, diffusion models, reaction time distributions, and cognitive modeling. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on morphological processing, eye-tracking research in reading development, and cross-linguistic studies. His work spans both fundamental cognitive processes and applied educational interventions, with particular attention to developmental trajectories from childhood through adulthood. The research often employs sophisticated methodologies to examine how readers process language at multiple levels. Dr. Schroeder maintains an active research program with numerous collaborations, particularly with researchers such as Tiffin-Richards, Hasenäcker, Mousikou, and Grolig. His work bridges theoretical cognitive psychology with practical educational applications, contributing significantly to our understanding of reading development and language processing.
