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• German as a Foreign Language
• Tandem Language Learning
• Autonomous Language Learning
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Sabine Beyer is a Lecturer at the Language Center of the University of Münster (Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster), where she has served as a research assistant since 2009. Her primary responsibilities include coordination of German courses (A1-B1 level), management of language learning tandem programs, provision of individual language learning advice, and serving as Officer for Evaluation and Quality Assurance. Her research interests focus on German as a Foreign Language, Tandem Language Learning methodologies, Autonomous Language Learning strategies, and Intercultural Competence development. Dr. Beyer has developed expertise in language learning counseling and innovative teaching methods that promote self-directed language acquisition. Her publication record from 2000-2022 demonstrates a consistent focus on oral language production in foreign language acquisition, tandem learning methodologies, and autonomous language learning strategies. Her work shows an evolution from theoretical investigations of language acquisition processes toward practical applications in language teaching and learning contexts, particularly in the development of effective tandem language exchange programs. Dr. Beyer has extensive teaching experience spanning over two decades, beginning with teaching German as a Foreign Language at Bielefeld University (2000-2004), followed by work in preparatory and study-supporting language programs at the University of Münster Language Center since 2005. She has also taught vocational German to migrants (2008/09) and has been teaching in the certificate program for German as a Foreign Language since 2010. She holds a Master's degree in German as a Foreign Language, Spanish and Latin American Studies, and Educational Sciences from the University of Bielefeld and the University of Barcelona. Additionally, she is certified as an individual psychological counselor and supervisor by the German Society for Individual Psychology (DGIP).

Norbert GeuderView profile

Professor

• Building Physics
• Renewable Energies
• Solar Energy
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Prof. Dr. Norbert Geuder serves as Professor for Energy-Efficient Planning and Construction and Equal Opportunities & International Affairs Officer at Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences (HFT Stuttgart). His academic journey: Physics studies at University of Würzburg (1990-1996) Doctorate on daylight elements characterization at Bavarian Center for Applied Energy Research (1996-2001) Distance learning in Economics at Fernuniversität Hagen (1997-2002) Prof. Geuder specializes in building physics, renewable and solar energy systems, building technology, and simulation. His work integrates meteorological data and climate change considerations for energy-efficient construction. He pioneered advanced solar resource assessment methods, earning the SolarPACES Technology Innovation Award in 2014. Awards: SolarPACES Technology Innovation Award (2014) Prior to HFT Stuttgart, he held positions at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and CSP Services in Spain, focusing on solar energy projects.

Christian SpringerView profile

Professor

• Urban water management
• Environmental technology
• Waste management
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Christian Springer is a Professor at Fachhochschule Erfurt (University of Applied Sciences Erfurt) in the Department of Civil Engineering and Conservation/Restoration. His office is located at Altonaer Straße 25, 99085 Erfurt, room 5.2.33. He specializes in urban water management and environmental technology, with extensive experience in both academic and practical applications of waste and water management systems. His educational background includes a Dipl.-Ing. Degree in Civil Engineering and a Dr.-Ing. in Energy Efficiency of Biological Waste Treatment, both from Bauhaus University Weimar. He has taught at multiple institutions including Bauhaus University Weimar, Università degli Studi di Padova in Italy, and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras in India. Prof. Springer's research focuses on sustainable waste and water management systems with particular emphasis on developing countries. His work spans urban water management, environmental technology, waste treatment processes, energy efficiency in biological waste treatment, and advanced wastewater treatment technologies. He has made significant contributions to understanding the energy and carbon footprint of waste management systems, particularly composting and biological treatment processes. His research demonstrates a strong trend toward developing practical, sustainable solutions for water and waste management challenges, with increasing focus on advanced treatment technologies like photocatalysis for removing trace contaminants from water. His international perspective is evident through numerous collaborations with institutions in developing countries. 2012 Award of the Quality Association Compost Berlin – Brandenburg – Saxony-Anhalt eV for the doctoral thesis Prof. Springer has supervised numerous students and has been instrumental in developing the continuing education Master's programme "Water and Environment." He has coordinated research at MFPA Weimar and at the Bauhaus University Weimar, Chair of Urban Water Management. His work often involves international research cooperation, particularly in developing countries. He is actively involved with several professional organizations including serving as Editor of the OrbitScience platform for international publications on waste management, and membership in DWA (German Association for Water, Wastewater and Waste), BWK (The Environmental Engineers), and DVGW (German Association of the Gas and Water Industry).

Chen YaruView profile

Professor

• Cultural Interactions
• Global Negotiations
• Status and Power in Organizations
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Dr. Chen Yaru serves as Nicholas H. Noyes Professor of Management and Professor of Global Business at Cornell University's Johnson School of Management, concurrently holding a Visiting Professorship at Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB). Her interdisciplinary research integrates organizational behavior and cross-cultural psychology to examine how cultural contexts shape negotiation dynamics, status hierarchies, and power structures in global organizations. Dr. Chen earned her PhD in Psychology from Columbia University, establishing the foundation for her empirical approach to cultural phenomena in management. Her educational trajectory reflects the methodological rigor evident in her experimental and field studies across multiple cultural settings. Her research program centers on Cultural Interactions, Global Negotiations, and Status and Power in Organizations, with particular emphasis on how cultural frameworks influence fairness perceptions and interpersonal dynamics. She investigates mechanisms like self-construal and relational models to explain cross-cultural variations in organizational behavior, employing both laboratory experiments and field studies to validate theoretical propositions across Western and East Asian contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory from foundational work on individualism-collectivism to contemporary investigations of status dynamics. Key thematic threads include the cultural contingency of procedural justice, guanxi practices in Chinese business contexts, and cross-national differences in feedback-seeking behaviors. Her methodological approach frequently combines social psychological theory with organizational applications, yielding insights relevant to multinational management practice. Dr. Chen's research excellence has been recognized through numerous awards including: 2008 Best Micro Paper Award from the International Association of Chinese Management Research 2002 Best Paper Award from the Organizational Behavior Division of the Academy of Management Multiple research awards from Stern School of Business and Rutgers Business School Sustained grant support from Columbia University and other institutions since the 1990s As an active academic citizen, Dr. Chen serves on the editorial boards of Academy of Management Review and Management and Organization Review, having chaired the AMR Best Paper Selection Committee and guest-edited a special issue on status in Organization Science. Her research program has received continuous funding through competitive grants, enabling longitudinal investigations into cultural and structural determinants of organizational behavior. While specific lab structures aren't documented, her extensive co-authorship network across U.S. and Chinese institutions indicates robust collaborative research partnerships.

• Social Psychology
• Cognitive Psychology
• Truth Effects
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Professor Christian Unkelbach serves as Chair of General Psychology at the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Human Sciences, University of Cologne, a position he has held since 2011. He additionally serves as spokesperson for the DFG Research Group 2150 'The Relativity of Social Cognition: Antecedents and Consequences of Comparative Thinking' at the University of Cologne since 2016. His significant contributions to social psychology were recognized with an ISCON Best Paper Award in 2020, and he is scheduled to receive an honorary doctorate from Université Catholique de Louvain in April 2025. Professor Unkelbach's research primarily focuses on social cognition phenomena including the truth-by-repetition effect, evaluative conditioning, and halo effects. His cognitive-ecological approach examines how cognitive processes operate within real-world social contexts, investigating how people form attitudes, process information, and make judgments in social environments. His work has important implications for understanding belief formation, cognitive biases, and social judgment processes. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent research trajectory examining how repetition influences truth judgments across various contexts, including cross-linguistic settings and factual information related to current events like the COVID-19 pandemic. His work also explores the cognitive mechanisms behind social phenomena such as the halo effect and evaluative conditioning, with applications to understanding social biases and decision-making processes. ISCON Best Paper Award 2020 for 'Negativity bias, positivity bias, and valence asymmetries' Honorary Doctorate from UCLouvain (scheduled for April 2025) Extensive publication record in top journals including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, Cognition, and Trends in Cognitive Sciences Leadership of DFG Research Group 2150 since 2016 Professor Unkelbach maintains an active research program with numerous ongoing collaborations, as evidenced by his continuous publication output through 2025. His work bridges theoretical social cognition with practical implications for understanding everyday social judgment and decision-making processes. His media appearances demonstrate his commitment to translating complex psychological phenomena for public understanding, particularly regarding cognitive biases that affect daily life.

• Public Economics
• Microeconomics
• Labor Economics
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Professor Ulrich Glogowsky is a faculty member at the Department of Economics, Johannes Kepler University Linz, Austria, and holds the distinction of Distinguished CESifo Affiliate within the Public Economics research network. His institutional profile centers on empirical analysis of policy interventions in European socioeconomic contexts, with particular emphasis on German and Austrian datasets. His research program bridges Public Economics and Microeconomics through rigorous empirical investigation of real-world policy challenges. Key focus areas include gender inequality dynamics (especially child-related disparities), behavioral responses to taxation systems, mental health impacts of family formation, and labor market regulation effects. Recent work demonstrates methodological sophistication in leveraging administrative data and quasi-experimental designs to evaluate policy effectiveness, as seen in studies on social distancing during Covid-19 and inheritance tax compliance. Analysis of his 2017-2024 publications reveals consistent thematic evolution toward contemporary socioeconomic challenges, with increasing attention to gender dynamics and health economics. His work shows strong regional grounding in Central Europe while maintaining theoretical relevance for broader policy discussions. The interdisciplinary nature of his research connects labor economics, health outcomes, and fiscal policy through behavioral economic frameworks. Professor Glogowsky's recognition as a Distinguished CESifo Affiliate represents significant professional standing within European economics research networks. This affiliation facilitates collaboration across institutions while providing platforms for disseminating policy-relevant findings to academic and governmental audiences. His active publication record since 2017 indicates sustained research productivity and likely ongoing grant support, though specific funding sources aren't detailed in available materials. The international co-authorship patterns—spanning Austrian, German, and Danish institutions—suggest robust collaborative networks that enhance research scope and policy applicability. Prospective students would engage with cutting-edge empirical economics addressing pressing societal issues through quantitative analysis of large-scale administrative data. While no formal laboratory structure is documented, his research operates within the institutional framework of Johannes Kepler University's economics department and the CESifo network, emphasizing collaborative, data-driven policy evaluation with strong European focus.

• Behavioral Ecology
• Ornithology
• Coevolution
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Wei Liang is a Professor at Hainan Normal University in Haikou, China, where he has been employed since October 2007. He holds a PhD from Beijing Normal University (1997-2000). His research focuses on behavioral ecology and coevolutionary dynamics, with specialization in avian brood parasitism systems, particularly cuckoo-host interactions across China. Primary research interests include: Behavioral adaptations of birds to urbanization Coevolutionary arms races in avian brood parasitism Geographic variation in anti-parasite defenses Acoustic communication and deception in birds Urban ecology and conservation bioindicators Liang's recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate strong focus on: Avian responses to urban environments Cuckoo-host behavioral interactions Egg rejection cognition across species Acoustic signaling and deception Morphological predictors of avian traits with fieldwork concentrated across diverse Chinese ecosystems.

Mathias Sablé-MeyerView profile

Research Fellow

• Mechanistic implementation of compositional mental representation
• Geometry perception in humans and non-human primates
• Human reasoning and cognitive fallacies
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Mathias Sablé-Meyer is a Postdoctoral Researcher at University College London's Sainsbury Wellcome Centre, working in Tim Behrens's lab. He completed his PhD under the supervision of Stanislas Dehaene at PSL/Collège de France and NeuroSpin, CEA, where he investigated humans' ability to manipulate highly abstract structures, particularly focusing on the perception of geometry. His research spans cognitive neuroscience, computational modeling, and experimental psychology, with a focus on understanding the mechanistic implementation of compositional mental representations. He employs methodologies including MEG, fMRI, behavioral experiments, and computational models to investigate how humans mentally represent abstract structures like geometric shapes, language, and mathematical concepts. Sablé-Meyer's work reveals fascinating insights about human cognitive uniqueness, particularly in geometric perception compared to non-human primates. His recent research examines sequence processing mechanisms and aims to establish foundations for mechanistic implementations of Language of Thought models. He has published in top journals including Cognitive Psychology , Trends in Cognitive Sciences , PNAS , and Journal of Neuroscience . Glushko Dissertation Prize from the Cognitive Science Society (2023) As a supervisor, he co-advises Master's students including Maxime Cauté, who is exploring cross-modal representation of sequences, and is involved with several other students including Svenja Kuchenhoff, Amy Wong, and others. His lab follows open science principles, with code systematically published on the Open Science Framework alongside articles. His research program bridges cognitive science, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence, with implications for understanding both human cognition and developing more human-like AI systems. He maintains active collaborations across institutions including UCL, Collège de France, MIT, and École Normale Supérieure.

• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Cross-border Acquisitions
• Post-merger Integration
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Taco Reus serves as Professor in Global Strategy at the Department of Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship, Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University Rotterdam. He maintains active roles across research, teaching, and editorial functions within the academic community. His scholarly work primarily investigates how firms navigate strategic environments, with a specialized focus on mergers and acquisitions. Professor Reus examines contextual factors in post-merger integration, particularly cultural and institutional differences in cross-border acquisitions, alongside procedural elements like justice mechanisms and emotional capabilities that influence integration success. His interdisciplinary approach combines insights from psychology and strategic management to develop comprehensive frameworks for understanding complex organizational phenomena. Professor Reus has established a significant scholarly presence through publications in premier journals including Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Strategic Management Journal, and Journal of International Business Studies. His research demonstrates consistent impact, with several publications accumulating hundreds of citations, indicating substantial influence within the strategic management and international business fields. Outstanding Reviewer award from Academy of Management Review (2009) Outstanding Reviewer award from Academy of Management Review (2011) Nominated Professor of the Year by BA students (2010, 2011, 2012) As an educator, Professor Reus teaches foundational and specialized courses across RSM's undergraduate and graduate programs. His teaching portfolio spans introductory business courses to advanced topics in mergers and acquisitions and global strategy. He earned his academic credentials from the University of Amsterdam (Masters in Psychology) and Florida State University (PhD in Strategic Management), where his dissertation on international acquisitions received recognition in prestigious competitions. Beyond his primary academic appointment, he contributes to RSM BV's entrepreneur sessions and serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Management.

Peter WeberView profile

Professor

• E-Learning
• Educational Service Engineering
• Electronic Business
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Prof. Peter Weber is a full professor at South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences, leading research in digital education and commerce. He directs the Competence Center E-Commerce (CCEC) and the online MA program in International Management & Information Systems. His interdisciplinary work bridges educational technology, retail innovation, and urban digitalization. Research Focus: E-Learning methodologies, Educational Service Engineering, and digital transformation in commerce. Key projects include EU-funded initiatives like City Lab Südwestfalen (urban development) and ARSuL (AR vocational training). His work explores chatbot-enhanced education, local retail platforms, and immersive learning technologies. Career Highlights: Habilitation from Ruhr-Universität Bochum (2014) Visiting Scholar at Indiana State University (2009) Recipient of Ernst-Zander-Preis (2008) Executive Committee Member for EdMedia & Innovate Learning Awards: Ernst-Zander-Preis for doctoral research (2008) Outstanding Paper Award at EdMedia 2012

Minxue PanView profile

Professor

• Software Modelling and Verification
• Software Analysis and Testing
• Cyber-Physical Systems
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Minxue Pan is a Professor and PhD supervisor at the Software Institute, State Key Laboratory for Novel Software Technology, Nanjing University, China. His research focuses on the dependability of complex software systems, with expertise spanning software modeling and verification, software analysis and testing, cyber-physical systems, mobile computing, and intelligent software engineering. Ph.D. in Computer Science and Technology from Nanjing University (2014), supervised by Prof. Xuandong Li B.Sc. from Nanjing University Studied at UC Berkeley's Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences (2009-2010) under Prof. Edward A. Lee Professor Pan's research interests center on improving software dependability through innovative approaches to modeling, analysis, and testing. His work spans traditional software systems, mobile applications (particularly Android), cyber-physical systems, and the application of AI techniques to software engineering problems. He has made significant contributions to GUI testing, vulnerability detection, and deep learning applications in software engineering. His recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on applying advanced machine learning techniques to software testing and security challenges. Key trends include leveraging large language models for test migration, enhancing fault localization with graph learning and contrastive learning, developing specialized frameworks for Android security analysis, and improving test efficacy through GUI and functional equivalence. His work consistently targets real-world industrial settings and addresses practical challenges in mobile and complex software systems. ISSTA 2020 Distinguished Paper Award ICSE 2025 Best Artifact Award Professor Pan actively advises graduate students and has developed several notable tools including Q-testing (reinforcement-learning based Android testing), ISDChecker (model checking for interrupt-driven systems), PREFEST (preference-wise testing for Android), Sketchoid (GUI code search), and PI-REC (hand-drawn draft conversion). His research is supported by extensive publication records in top-tier software engineering venues including ASE, ICSE, FSE, ISSTA, and TOSEM. He teaches undergraduate courses in Advanced Programming with C++, Software System Design, and Software Construction, as well as graduate courses in Advanced Software Design. His laboratory work focuses on developing practical solutions for real-world software dependability challenges through the State Key Laboratory for Novel Software Technology.

Nira LibermanView profile

Professor

• Psychological Distance
• Construal Level Theory
• Decision Making
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Nira Liberman is a Professor of Social Psychology at Tel Aviv University, where she has been a faculty member since 2001. She completed all her formal education at Tel Aviv University, earning her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Comparative Literature, Master's degree in Social Psychology, and PhD in 1997. She also completed postdoctoral work at Columbia University and taught at Indiana University, Bloomington before returning to Tel Aviv University. Professor Liberman's research focuses on psychological distance and its effects on decision making, evaluation, motivation, and mental representation. She is particularly known for her work on Construal Level Theory (CLT), which examines how psychological distance influences cognitive processing. Her research also extends to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), where she developed the Seeking Proxies for Internal States (SPIS) model, as well as to essentialism, disgust, and conservatism. Her Social Psychology Lab investigates how people mentally traverse beyond the immediate 'here and now' to consider future and past time, distant locations, other people, and hypothetical (counterfactual) events. The lab examines what enables such expansion of mental scope and the consequences of this expansion, including how psychological distancing affects cognitive performance, working memory, and decision making. Professor Liberman's publication record shows consistent productivity across multiple domains of psychology. Her recent work continues to explore the intersection of Construal Level Theory with OCD mechanisms, moral judgment, and cognitive performance. Her research demonstrates strong theoretical integration across social, cognitive, and clinical psychology domains, with particular attention to the embodied and neural correlates of abstract thinking. Professor Liberman has established productive collaborations with researchers worldwide, most notably with Yaacov Trope with whom she has co-authored numerous foundational papers on Construal Level Theory. Her work has been published in top-tier psychology journals including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, Psychological Review, and Journal of Experimental Psychology. Her lab continues to investigate fundamental questions about how people navigate between proximal and distal concerns, how abstraction enables traversing psychological distance, and how these processes relate to clinical phenomena like OCD. Professor Liberman's research program represents a sophisticated integration of basic cognitive processes with real-world applications in clinical and social domains.

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Genomics
• Precision Medicine
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Dr. Samson Pandam Salifu is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology at the College of Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana. He holds a PhD in Bacterial Viral Genomics from Edinburgh Napier University (2011), an MSc in Biomedical Science (Distinction) from the same institution (2006), and a BSc in Medical Science from Gazi University, Turkey (2000). His academic career spans over a decade at KNUST with leadership roles in laboratory management and postgraduate coordination. Education: PhD in Bacterial Viral Genomics, Edinburgh Napier University, UK (2011) MSc in Biomedical Science (Distinction), Edinburgh Napier University, UK (2006) BSc in Medical Science, Gazi University, Turkey (2000) Research Focus: Dr. Salifu specializes in translational genomics for clinical applications, with expertise in pathogen diagnostics, cancer genomics (particularly Burkitt Lymphoma and breast cancer), and microbiome-cancer interactions. His work bridges molecular biology, bioinformatics, and public health through development of diagnostic tools, genomic data analysis pipelines, and sustainable training frameworks for African researchers. Publication Trends: His 2017-2022 publications demonstrate dual expertise in computational oncology (biomarker discovery for hematologic malignancies) and infectious disease modeling (meningitis transmission dynamics in Ghana). A significant thread involves capacity building through H3ABioNet, where he develops scalable bioinformatics training solutions addressing Africa-specific challenges like internet instability. Scientific Recognition: University Medal for academic excellence and MSc research (2006) PhD Studentship in Bacterial Viruses (2007) Research Leadership: As Examiner for BSc/MPhil/PhD theses since 2014, he mentors the next generation of scientists. His $590,000+ NIH/Fogarty-funded projects establish him as a key architect of Africa's bioinformatics infrastructure, focusing on sustainable leadership development and computational solutions for African health challenges. Collaborative Networks: Through H3ABioNet and Pan African Bioinformatics Network, he co-chairs critical working groups that develop continent-wide bioinformatics support systems, while serving on Ghana's National TB Laboratory Technical Committee to translate genomic insights into public health practice.

Claudia LampertView profile

Researcher

• Media Socialization
• Health Communication
• Digital Transformation
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Claudia Lampert is a Senior Researcher and co-director of the "Knowledge for the Media Society" research program at the Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans Bredow Institute (HBI) in Hamburg, Germany. She specializes in Media Socialization & Health Communication, focusing on the challenges of digital transformation for media socialization processes and evidence-based knowledge translation for decision-makers. Dr. Lampert holds a PhD in Education and has established herself as a leading expert through major research projects including EU Kids Online, Children's Safety in the Digital World (SIKID), Connected Kids, and the Horizon 2020 project Children Online: Research and Evidence (CO:RE) which she has coordinated since 2020. Her research investigates the role of digital media in children's lives and the challenges for media education and family life. Her scholarly work spans multiple interconnected domains: examining children's and adolescents' digital media experiences, analyzing health communication through entertainment media, investigating health information-seeking behaviors, and exploring strategic communication channels. She applies figuration theory to understand changing communicative practices in families and among young people, with particular attention to the impact of digital transformation on socialization processes. Her research methodology combines qualitative and quantitative approaches to address complex phenomena at the intersection of media, health, and development. Dr. Lampert's recent publications reveal a strong focus on children's media repertoires, online safety mechanisms, digital health practices among youth, and the evolving nature of media socialization. Her work increasingly integrates theoretical frameworks with practical applications for media education and youth protection policies, demonstrating how research can inform evidence-based interventions in rapidly changing digital environments. Member of Media Education Section, German Society for Journalism and Communication Studies (DGPuK) Member of Society for Media Education and Communication Culture (GMK) Member of Media Education Section, German Society for Educational Science (DGfE) Member of Hamburg Media Network Member of Media Smart eV expert council Advisory board member of "SCHAU HIN!" initiative Advisory board member of Federal Institute for Public Health (BIÖG) As an academic leader, Dr. Lampert coordinates major international research projects, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and contributes to methodological advancements in children's media research. She has co-authored influential textbooks on "Media Education" and "Health Communication and Media," helping to shape academic discourse and educational approaches in these fields. Her work bridges theoretical scholarship with practical applications for media education, health communication, and youth protection policies. Her research is centered at the Leibniz Institute for Media Research | Hans Bredow Institute, where she leads the Children & Media Lab as part of the "Knowledge for the Media Society" research program. This laboratory conducts interdisciplinary investigations into children's digital experiences, online safety, and the implications of digital transformation for young people's development, well-being, and socialization processes.

Eva RietzeView profile

Professor

• Ornamental Horticulture
• Plant Breeding
• Experimental Technology
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Prof. Dr. Eva Rietze serves as Professor of Ornamental Plant Cultivation and Experimental Technology at Dresden University of Applied Sciences' Faculty of Agriculture, Environment and Chemistry since 1994. She currently holds the position of Dean of Studies for Bachelor's and Master's programs in Horticulture and previously served as Pro-Dean for Pillnitz (2002-2004, 2018-2021). Her academic foundation includes: Graduate Engineer in Horticulture, University of Hanover (1985) DAAD Scholarship at IVT Wageningen, Netherlands (1985) Dr. rer. hort., University of Hanover (1988) Degree in Business Administration, Distance Learning University of Hagen (1996) Prof. Rietze's research centers on ornamental horticulture with emphasis on plant breeding, experimental cultivation techniques, and specialty crop physiology. Her work integrates botanical science with practical production systems, particularly investigating fertility mechanisms in Pelargonium hybrids, flower pigmentation biochemistry in Lobelia, and growth regulation in Angelonia and Viola species. She maintains strong industry connections through collaborations with ornamental plant breeding companies, the State Association of Gardeners of Saxony, and state horticultural institutions. Analysis of her 13 publications (1998-2017) reveals consistent focus on genetic improvement of ornamental crops, with recurring themes in tetraploid breeding systems, anthocyanin-based pigmentation, and growth regulator applications. Her research bridges fundamental plant science with commercial production needs, particularly in cut flower longevity and container gardening systems. Prof. Rietze actively collaborates with: Production and breeding companies in ornamental horticulture State Palaces, Castles and Gardens of Saxony Saxon State Office for Environment, Agriculture and Geology Private soil testing laboratories Garden trade associations As Dean of Horticulture Studies, she oversees academic programs while maintaining teaching responsibilities in ornamental crop cultivation, field botany, and testing technology. Her industry partnerships facilitate practical student training and applied research in Saxony's horticultural sector.