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• African American Literature
• Black Ecocriticism
• War Literature
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Jennifer James serves as Associate Professor of English and Director of Undergraduate Studies at The George Washington University, specializing in nineteenth century African American literature, Black ecocriticism, war narratives, and cultural memory. Her influential scholarship includes the award-winning book "A Freedom Bought with Blood" and the recently completed manuscript "Captive Ecologies: The Environmental Afterlives of Slavery," examining slavery's legacy through ecological frameworks. Her academic credentials include: Ph.D., English, University of Maryland M.A., English, Syracuse University A.B., English, The College of William and Mary in Virginia James pioneers intersections of race, environment, and historical trauma, notably developing Black ecocriticism to analyze how racial capitalism shapes ecological imagination. Her war literature research spans from the Civil War to World War II, while her current work on "Black Jack: Andrew Jackson and African American Cultural Memory" traces ancestral enslavement by President Jackson to interrogate cultural memory. Her publication pattern reveals consistent engagement with Black literary traditions confronting historical violence. Key thematic threads include war's impact on cultural production, ecological dimensions of racial capitalism, and disability politics in wartime contexts, often bridging literary analysis with environmental and disability studies. Her scholarly recognition includes: CHOICE Outstanding Academic title, 2008 for "A Freedom Bought with Blood" No information regarding student advising or research grants was provided in the source materials. James actively shapes academic discourse as president of C19: The Society for Nineteenth Century Americanists and member of the Jackson Hermitage Plantation's slavery advisory group. She serves on the editorial board of "Regeneration: Environment, Art, Culture" and will join the "American Literature" journal board in January 2025, further demonstrating her leadership in literary and ecocritical communities.

• Bioethics
• Ethical Theory
• Social and Political Philosophy
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Dana Howard is Assistant Professor in the Division of Bioethics at Ohio State University's College of Medicine, with affiliations in the Department of Philosophy and Center for Ethics and Human Values. Her research examines ethical issues in healthcare justice, moral distress in clinical contexts, and philosophical frameworks for disability rights. She directs the Conversations About Research Ethics (CARE) program and develops curricular initiatives addressing equity in biomedical research. Prior appointments include postdoctoral fellowship at the NIH Clinical Center Department of Bioethics.

• Moral Philosophy
• Epistemology
• Pragmatism
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Roberto Brigati is a Full Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Bologna, specializing in Moral Philosophy (PHIL-03/A). He serves as the Department contact for students with disabilities and special needs, emphasizing accessibility in education. His research focuses on epistemology, pragmatism, and ethical theory, with notable contributions to debates on relativism, normativity, and the ontology of human sciences. Brigati’s work bridges philosophy with interdisciplinary fields like anthropology and medicine, addressing topics such as contingency in moral frameworks and the philosophical implications of bleeding disorders. Brigati’s academic output includes analyses of thinkers like Ortega y Gasset and Wittgenstein, alongside studies on trans-specific empathy and the ethical dimensions of disability. He actively supervises student theses in both undergraduate and graduate programs, requiring strict adherence to academic norms and linguistic neutrality. His role in curating the Syllabus journal and the Pragma association reflects his commitment to advancing philosophical discourse through structured pedagogy and collaborative publishing. In advising, he emphasizes iterative thesis development, with phased submissions and rigorous feedback cycles. While no formal grants are listed, his academic leadership and editorial roles underscore his influence in shaping contemporary philosophical research and education.

Patrick AndersonView profile

Professor

• Performance Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Medical Humanities
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Patrick Anderson is a Professor of Communication, Ethnic Studies, and Critical Gender Studies at the University of California, San Diego. He holds a joint appointment across these departments and serves as a 2023 Guggenheim Fellow. His research explores intersections of performance, cultural studies, medicine, and institutional critique, with a focus on violence, mortality, and social justice. Anderson has authored influential works like The Lamentations (2024) and Autobiography of a Disease (2017), and co-edits the Performance Works book series with Northwestern University Press. Education includes a PhD in Performance Studies from UC Berkeley, MA in Communication from UNC Chapel Hill, and BS in Performance Studies and Anthropology from Northwestern University. He completed a Death Doula certification at the University of Vermont in 2020. Anderson has held leadership roles, including Director of Critical Gender Studies at UCSD and Vice President of the American Society for Theatre Research. He served on San Diego’s Police Practices Commission from 2018-2022. His research projects include Ephemeral Terror: Policing and Performance Theory (Guggenheim-funded), A Thousand Rehearsals (on HIV/AIDS-era queer kinship), and critiques of empathy’s cultural framing. Key honors include Fulbright and Berkeley Fellowships. His work bridges academic and activist spheres, addressing policing accountability, healthcare ethics, and queer memorial practices.

Courtney BoenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Population Health
• Social Demography
• Aging and the Lifecourse
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Courtney Boen is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Brown University and Faculty Affiliate in the Population Studies and Training Center. She holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, with prior roles including Assistant Professor and Axilrod Faculty Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania. Her research focuses on social and political determinants of health inequities, combining critical race theory, life course perspectives, and demographic methods. Key interests include population health disparities, aging, racism, immigration, and medical sociology. Education: PhD in Sociology, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (2017) MA in Sociology, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (2013) MPH in Community Health, Tufts University (2007) BA in Sociology, Tufts University (2006) Research Interests: Structural determinants of health Racialized legal policies and health Life course health dynamics Immigration and healthcare access Public policy impacts on wellbeing Her work has been funded by the NIH and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Awards include the 2023 ASA Evolution, Biology & Society Best Article Award and 2021 ASA Aging & Life Course Outstanding Publication Award. Research spans topics like state policies, incarceration effects, and racial disparities in aging. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to bridge social science and public health. Recent publications analyze immigration policy impacts on health, pandemic mental health policies, and biological age disparities. Grants and fellowships reflect sustained institutional support for her work on health equity.

Silvia BonaccioView profile

Professor

• Workplace Psychology
• Employee Selection
• Disability Employment Inclusion
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Dr. Silvia Bonaccio is a Full Professor and Vice-Dean (Research) at the Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa, with a cross-appointment to the School of Psychology. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from McGill University, M.Sc.A. from Concordia University, and a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Purdue University. An Adjunct Scientist at the Institute for Work and Health (Toronto), she focuses on workplace psychology, particularly anxiety in personnel assessment, disability inclusion, and decision-making processes. Her research interests include the impact of anxiety on recruitment practices, positive work experiences for employees with disabilities, and the role of technology in employment. She has published in top journals like Journal of Management and Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes , and her work has been featured in Bloomberg BusinessWeek and The New York Times . Dr. Bonaccio has received prestigious awards including the University of Ottawa’s Excellence in Education Prize and the Telfer School’s Established Researcher Award. She serves on editorial boards for journals such as Journal of Business and Psychology and Personnel Assessment and Decisions . Her funded research includes SSHRC grants focusing on aging workers, AI’s impact on employment equity, and mental health disclosure in workplaces. She leads projects addressing workplace accommodations and the future of work for disabled individuals.

Mary ZieglerView profile

Professor

• Law
• Legal History
• Reproductive Rights and Justice
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Mary Ziegler is the Martin Luther King Jr. Professor of Law at the University of California, Davis School of Law. She specializes in the law, history, and politics of reproduction, healthcare, and conservatism in the U.S. since 1945. A leading historian of abortion debates and a Guggenheim Fellow, her work bridges legal scholarship and public discourse. Education: Harvard Law School (J.D., cum laude, 2007); Harvard College (B.A., magna cum laude in English and American Literature, 2004). Research Interests: Reproductive rights, constitutional law, legal history, gender/sexuality studies, and the intersection of law and social movements. Her acclaimed books include Roe: The History of a National Obsession (2023), After Roe (2015), and Dollars for Life (2022). She analyzes how abortion politics have shaped U.S. legal and cultural landscapes. Publications & Media: Over 50 articles in top journals like Yale Law Journal , Harvard Law Review , and JAMA . Regularly featured in Atlantic , New York Times , and on MSNBC/CNN. Advises policymakers and lectures globally. Awards & Service: Award-winning teacher at Florida State University. Leadership roles in the American Society for Legal History and American Bar Association. Advisor to the Smithsonian Museum on U.S. Women’s History. Chair of Harvard’s 50th Anniversary Roe conference.

Wendy F. HenselView profile

Professor

• Disability Law
• Legal Ethics
• Higher Education Policy
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Wendy F. Hensel is the Executive Vice Chancellor and University Provost at The City University of New York (CUNY), serving as the chief academic officer and leading the Office of Academic Affairs. In this role, she oversees academic programs, research, student success, faculty affairs, strategic planning, and institutional effectiveness across CUNY's extensive system. She is deeply committed to advancing equity, inclusion, and academic excellence for all students, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds. Her research and professional interests center on disability law, policy, and ethics. She has published widely and spoken frequently on issues related to disability rights, inclusive employment, and legal compliance with civil rights laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. Her scholarship bridges legal theory and practical policy implementation in educational and workforce settings. Hensel previously held leadership positions at Georgia State University, where she served as Provost, Dean of the College of Law, and tenured full professor. She earned her J.D. cum laude from Harvard Law School and a B.A. in American Public Affairs with highest honors from Michigan State University. She is a Harry S. Truman Scholar and was inducted as a Fellow of the American Bar Association in 2019. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the American Bar Association Harry S. Truman Scholar She has served on the boards of organizations including Integrate, United Way of Greater Atlanta, Cumberland Academy of Georgia, and Parent to Parent of Georgia. Her leadership extends to forging public-private partnerships, integrating workforce skills into curricula, and leveraging data analytics and artificial intelligence to improve student outcomes. She played a key role in expanding virtual learning and creating a system-wide transfer pathway within CUNY to reduce time to degree and student debt. Hensel began her career as an attorney at Alston & Bird LLP, litigating employment discrimination cases and advising Fortune 500 companies on compliance with Title VII and the ADA. She also clerked for Judge Orinda Evans of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. She remains licensed to practice law.

Amanda Claudia WagerView profile

Associate Professor

• Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
• Arts-Based Education
• Youth-Led Research
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Dr. Amanda Claudia Wager is a faculty member at Vancouver Island University (VIU), affiliated with the Faculty of Education and the Department of Teacher Education. She has previously held research and teaching roles at Lesley University (Cambridge, MA) and the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, BC). Her work is deeply rooted in community-engaged, arts-based, and culturally responsive scholarship, with a focus on equity, inclusion, and social justice in education. Her research interests span Culturally Responsive Pedagogy , Indigenous Language Revitalization , Youth-Led Public Art , Restorative Justice in Higher Education , and Family and Community Engagement in bilingual education. She frequently employs participatory methodologies such as research-based theatre, digital storytelling, and critical ethnography. Her recent projects reflect a strong commitment to interdisciplinary, socially transformative research. These include youth-led Hul'qumi'num language reclamation through digital art, community-based literacy with street-involved youth, and national EDI symposia that foster institutional change. Funded by SSHRC, the U.S. Department of Education, and various foundations, her work consistently centers marginalized voices and promotes capacity building. Dr. Wager has received scholarly recognition through fellowships such as the Russell Fellowship and Junior Faculty Fellowship at Lesley University. Her grants and collaborations demonstrate sustained leadership in research innovation and mentorship. Research-Based Theatre and Ethnodrama Youth Language Revitalization Initiatives Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy Development Arts-Integrated Literacy Programs Restorative Justice in Academic Institutions Community-Engaged Teacher Education She has mentored graduate students and collaborated with Indigenous communities, educators, and youth across Canada and the U.S. Her work bridges academia and community action, emphasizing ethical research practices and transformative knowledge mobilization.

Judith McMullenView profile

Professor

• Family Law
• Child Protection Law
• Divorce Law
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Judith McMullen is a Professor of Law at Marquette University Law School, where she teaches Family Law, Adoption Law, Child Maltreatment, Trusts & Estates, and Lawyers & Mental Health. She holds a JD from Yale Law School and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marquette University, enabling a unique interdisciplinary approach to legal scholarship. Her research centers on family law, child protection, divorce, and spousal support, integrating social science research into legal analysis. She has published widely on topics such as youth criminal records, will contests, child support for professional athletes, and the regulation of homeschooling. Professor McMullen’s recent publications span from 2018 to 1999, showing sustained scholarly engagement, particularly in law reviews like the Marquette Sports Law Review , Wisconsin Journal of Law, Gender & Society , and Loyola University Chicago Law Journal . Her work consistently explores the intersection of law with social norms, psychology, and public policy. She has served on the Wisconsin Board of Bar Examiners, chairing it in 2019, and is a member of the Wisconsin Bar. She previously practiced estate planning at Sidley & Austin in Chicago and was a Teaching Fellow at DePaul College of Law. Advisor, Children & Family Law Society, Marquette Law School Member, Wisconsin Bar She advises students and contributes to legal education through empirical studies and policy analysis, particularly in divorce and pro se representation. Her work reflects a commitment to justice, family stability, and evidence-based legal reform. Professor McMullen has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. She is actively engaged in research, teaching, and professional service with no indication of retirement or part-time status.

• Global Migration
• COVID-19 Crisis
• Dehumanization
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Adrienne D. de Ruiter is an active researcher in Humanism and Philosophy at Universiteit voor Humanistiek. She has led two major research projects: 'Meet my virtual better half: Exploring the meaning of ‘significant others’ on Replika' (2025-2026) focusing on AI companionship, and 'Een(zorg)ethische analyse van de COVID-19 beleidskeuzes' (2020-2022) analyzing pandemic policy ethics. Her work combines critical discourse analysis with empirical studies on vulnerability in crises. Research interests center on dehumanization in global migration, pandemic ethics, and the lived experiences of marginalized groups during crises. She has published widely on topics including disability care during COVID-19 and the psychological impacts of confinement measures. Her recent articles (2022-2024) critically examine: Structural vulnerabilities in healthcare systems Discourse patterns around human rights in migration crises Ethical dimensions of pandemic policy frameworks Current projects explore artificial intelligence's role in forming human relationships. She has contributed datasets to DANS Data Station and her work is referenced in Wikipedia entries related to pandemic ethics.

• Disability Studies
• Arts and Culture
• Educational Science
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Aline Verbeke is a Researcher at the Brussels Research Centre on Innovation in Learning and Diversity within the Department of Educational Science at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Her work focuses on disability aesthetics, inclusive arts practices, and cultural mediation in dementia care. She has contributed to projects like EUPOM81 (2019–2022), exploring dementia through cultural mediation strategies. Her research bridges art, education, and social sciences, emphasizing critical perspectives on disability and accessibility. Key research interests include disability aesthetics in Belgian art, inclusive theatre practices, and the role of art in fostering inclusive societies. She has authored a PhD thesis on cripping dialogues in arts participation and published studies on topics like FC Bergman’s The Sheep Song and dementia-inclusive cultural policies. Her work often involves collaborations with artists and institutions, aiming to transform mediation practices through a disability lens. Verbeke has presented at international conferences on disability aesthetics, museum accessibility for people with learning disabilities, and dementia care through art. She co-organized events like Cultuur en dementie in verbinding (2022), highlighting intersectional approaches to cultural participation. Her datasets and publications underscore methodological rigor and interdisciplinary impact in transformative cultural practices.

Pei-Chun HsiehView profile

Associate Professor

• Healthy Aging
• Therapeutic Recreation
• Community Engagement
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Dr. Pei-Chun Hsieh is an Associate Professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies at Brock University, certified as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). Her research focuses on promoting healthy aging, enhancing quality of life for family caregivers, and exploring leisure's role in fostering community engagement among individuals with disabilities. She has contributed to grant projects training older adults with developmental disabilities and their families to sustain independent living in communities. Her teaching includes courses such as Foundations of Therapeutic Recreation , Therapeutic Recreation and Persons with Disabilities , and Leisure and Aging . Dr. Hsieh is affiliated with organizations like the Canadian Association of Leisure Studies (CALS) and the Canadian Therapeutic Recreation Association (CTRA). Recent research highlights include examining the mediating role of gratitude in student well-being and analyzing the impact of walking on autonomic nervous system function in older adults. She has secured grants including a Brock SSHRC Institutional Grant (BSIG) for studying leisure and well-being during the pandemic, and a Teaching Innovation Grant for experiential education projects involving sensory boxes for older adults. Dr. Hsieh advises graduate students interested in therapeutic recreation and healthy aging. Her work bridges academic scholarship with practical applications, emphasizing community-based interventions to improve quality of life for marginalized populations.

• Tax Law
• International Tax Law
• Financial Law
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Jose Carlos Pedrosa Lopez is a Professor in the Department of Financial Law at the Faculty of Law, Universitat de València. His research focuses on tax law, particularly in international, constitutional, and comparative contexts. He is actively involved in two research groups: ETICCs (International, Constitutional and Comparative Tax Studies) and DERVUL (Law and vulnerability: minors, persons with disabilities and companion animals), reflecting a dual commitment to fiscal justice and the protection of vulnerable populations under law. His research interests center on international tax law , especially profit attribution to permanent establishments under the OECD Model Tax Convention. He also explores intersections between tax systems and constitutional principles, as well as the role of law in safeguarding minors, persons with disabilities, and companion animals. These interests demonstrate a unique blend of technical tax expertise and socio-legal advocacy. The trends in his academic work, though not detailed in specific publications here, suggest a strong orientation toward global tax governance, legal harmonization, and human rights-based approaches to fiscal policy. His doctoral research at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid laid the foundation for expertise in cross-border taxation and treaty interpretation. ETICCs Group of International, Constitutional and Comparative Tax Studies DERVUL Law and vulnerability: minors, persons with disabilities and companion animals He supervises research within his groups and contributes to advanced legal scholarship in tax and vulnerability law. While no specific grants or advising records are listed, his affiliations indicate active participation in funded research initiatives and academic mentorship. His work likely supports policy development in equitable taxation and legal protections for marginalized groups.

Laura HowardView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

• Normative Ethics
• Applied Ethics
• Medical Ethics
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Laura Howard is a Part-time Professor of Practice at Arizona Law and an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Philosophy Department within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Arizona. She holds a dual academic appointment, bridging legal and philosophical studies with a strong focus on ethics in healthcare and society. Education: B.A. in Philosophy, University of Missouri–St. Louis M.A. in Philosophy, University of Missouri–St. Louis Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Arizona Her research and teaching focus on normative and applied ethics , particularly in areas such as medical ethics , disability ethics , reproductive rights , and ethics for healthcare professionals . A central theme in her scholarship is moral distress in healthcare , with an emphasis on the nursing profession. Her interdisciplinary work connects philosophical ethics with real-world legal and medical policy challenges. Professor Howard teaches LAW 515/415: Healthcare Ethics and LAW 584B/484B: Aging & Social Justice, demonstrating her commitment to integrating ethical theory with legal education and social justice concerns. She has no listed scientific awards or publications in the provided text. She advises undergraduate students as Director of Undergraduate Studies and contributes to curriculum development in philosophy. There is no mention of research grants, labs, or research teams in the available information.