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Deborah M. Weissman is the Reef C. Ivey II Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of North Carolina School of Law. Her work focuses on domestic violence, gender and human rights, political economy, and critical legal theory. She has published extensively on intersections between law, social control, and marginalized communities. Research Interests: Her scholarship examines the political economy of gender-based violence, neoliberalism's impact on legal advocacy, and the criminalization of survivors. She advocates for community-driven legal reforms and human rights frameworks. Collaborations: Weissman frequently collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and institutions like the University of Miami School of Law, Syracuse University, and the United Nations Human Rights Council. Scientific Awards: Reef C. Ivey II Distinguished Professor of Law Recent Publications: Highlights include analyses of lifelong criminalization of gender violence survivors (2025), economic justice in domestic violence policy (2023), and critiques of carceral systems (2021). Her work spans journals like Georgetown Journal on Poverty Law and Policy and North Carolina Law Review .

• Domestic Violence
• Gender and Law
• Human Rights Law
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Vesa Pursiainen is an Associate Professor at the School of Business and Economics , University of St. Gallen (SBF-HSG). His research focuses on corporate finance, fintech, environmental economics, crowdfunding, and behavioral finance, with a particular emphasis on how technology, social dynamics, and crises impact financial decisions and market behavior.

• Corporate Finance
• Fintech
• Environmental Economics
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Elisabeth Dutton is a Full Professor at the University of Fribourg, affiliated with the Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences and the Department of English. Her work focuses on medieval literature, religious drama, and performance studies. University of Fribourg Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences Department of English Dutton's research explores the intersection of medieval visionary texts, multilingualism, and theatrical practices. She has published extensively on devotional compilations, manuscript studies, and the staging of religious drama in convents and academic institutions. Recent publications address creative translation in Swiss adaptations of Shakespeare, allegory in medieval drama, and feminist interpretations of historical plays. Her editorial collaborations include works on the N-Town plays, John Redford’s Wit and Science, and the influence of Augustine Baker on Julian of Norwich's manuscripts. Elisabeth Dutton has taught courses on medieval literature and drama, contributed to academic discourse through reviews in journals like Notes and Queries and Medium Aevum , and participated in podcasts discussing medieval convent drama and the N-Town plays. She is an active member of the academic community, co-editing special issues and conference proceedings.

• Medieval Literature
• Religious Drama
• Theatre Studies
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Prof. Dr. Nora Markwalder is a Professor of Criminal Law, Law of Criminal Procedure, and Criminology at the University of St. Gallen (HSG), specializing in economic crime. Her research bridges law, economics, sociology, and psychology, focusing on homicides, domestic violence, white-collar crime, and experimental criminal procedural law. She co-authored a Swiss criminal law textbook and the Basler Commentary on Administrative Criminal Law. Her work appears in German, English, and French, addressing topics like firearm homicides, victimization trends, and cybercrime. Position: Full Professor at HSG Law School Key Research Areas: Homicide Patterns, Domestic Violence, Cybercrime, Legal Procedure Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and co-edited commentaries Teaching: Courses on criminal law, criminology, and procedural law Her team includes research assistants and postdocs managing projects on crime surveys, victimology, and international homicide comparisons. She collaborates with Swiss federal agencies (e.g., EBG, SECO) on domestic violence and corporate compliance studies. Recent articles analyze homicide trends across Europe, firearm-related crimes, and cybercrime victimization through the 2022 Crime Survey. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to legal challenges, blending empirical research with policy recommendations.

• Criminal Law
• Criminology
• White-Collar Crime
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Sheila I. Velez Martinez is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law , with affiliations at Tulane University and Universidad Alberto Hurtado. Her work intersects critical legal theory and social justice. Harvard Latinx Law Review (2020) Latin American Legal Studies (2024) Her research focuses on LatCrit , Critical Race Theory , and anti-subordination frameworks. She explores transnationalism through migration studies (Dominican women in Puerto Rico, remittance economies) and decolonization in legal education. Key themes include gender violence , law school reform , and critical pedagogy . Recent articles analyze 21st-century constitutional challenges in Latin America and intellectual property critiques through racial and postcolonial lenses. Her collaborations span institutions like Tulane, University of New Mexico, and Universidad Alberto Hurtado. Scientific Awards & Contributions : SSRN Downloads Rank: 757 (Top 10 articles >600k downloads) Co-editor, Latin American Legal Studies (2024) Outstanding LatCrit-Intersectional Analysis (2022) Law School Reform Thought Leader (2015-2022)

• Critical Race Theory
• LatCrit
• Legal Education
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Christoph Steinert is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Zurich, leading the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF)-funded project An Empirical Study of the United Nations Human Rights Complaint Mechanisms . He also holds postdoctoral positions at the University of Geneva and the University of St. Gallen, and serves as a Policy Fellow for "Diplomacy and International Actors" at the Swiss think tank Foraus. PhD in Political Science, University of Mannheim (2022) MPhil in International Relations, University of Oxford (2018) BA in Political Science & Public Law, University of Mannheim (2016) His research focuses on political imprisonment, human rights mechanisms, and conflict recurrence. He has analyzed UN Special Procedures' complaint systems, the duration of political imprisonment in China, and pro-government militias' role in conflict relapse. His work bridges empirical political science with human rights law and authoritarian regime studies. Recent publications explore topics like the Belt and Road Initiative's influence on UN voting patterns, environmental pollution's impact on authoritarian politics, and the socioeconomic biases in international human rights remedies. These studies span methodologies from survival analysis to comparative case studies. Glenn Palmer Prize (Conflict Management and Peace Science, 2023) Will H. Moore Prize (Peace Science Society International) NEPS Medal (Network of European Peace Scientists) Palmer Prize (Peace Science Society International) Steinert's work has received funding from the Swiss National Science Foundation and the German Institute for Development Evaluation (DEval). He contributes policy analyses to platforms such as the Washington Post Monkey Cage and the Center for Security Studies at ETH Zurich. He is affiliated with research projects at the University of Geneva ("Debating Human Rights") and has evaluated human rights programs at DEval. His expertise spans international organizations, political imprisonment, and empirical conflict research.

• International Organizations
• Human Rights Violations
• Political Imprisonment
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Faten Khazaei is a Research Fellow at the Centre universitaire romand de médecine légale and remains affiliated with the Institute of Gender Studies at the University of Geneva . She earned her PhD in Humanities and Social Sciences from the University of Geneva (2019) and holds a Master's degree in Gender Studies from the same institution. Her career includes visiting researcher roles at the University of Cambridge and Columbia University, funded by SNSF grants. Research at the intersection of gender violence , critical race theory , and ethnography of institutions Specializes in domestic abuse in migration contexts , social construction of difference , and institutional responses to violence Her peer-reviewed publications focus on domestic violence against migrant women , intersectional frameworks , and ethnographic methodological reflections . She has co-organized conferences on topics like "Power of naming" in medical discourse and violence-migration nexus . Recipients of prestigious awards: Doc.ch Grant , Equality Grant , and Doctoral Mobility Grant from the SNSF Active in academic networks: NCCR The Migration-Mobility Nexus , Swiss Society for Gender Studies , and IMISCOE Her multilingual expertise (Persian, French, English, Italian, Arabic) supports her interdisciplinary work in gender violence , migrant categorization , and institutional sociology .

• Gender Studies
• Migration Studies
• Critical Race Theory
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Souparna Maji is a Post-doctoral Researcher at the Institute of Economics and Econometrics , University of Geneva. He holds a Ph.D. from the same institution. His research focuses on Development Economics, Public Policy Analysis, and the socioeconomic impacts of education and human capital investments. Key areas include the role of girls' education in reducing domestic violence in India, regional economic convergence, and food security policies in Indian states like Tripura and West Bengal. His work combines rigorous empirical analysis with policy relevance, examining topics such as labor market shocks post-demonetization, student well-being, and the effectiveness of public distribution systems. Maji's interdisciplinary approach bridges economics with social sciences to address critical development challenges in emerging economies. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. He currently advises no formal students, and no lab affiliations are listed.

• Development Economics
• Public Policy Analysis
• Education Economics
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Peter Mösch is a Professor of Social Law at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts' Social Work School, affiliated with the Institute for Social Work and Law. He holds a Licentiate in Laws from Basel University (1998) and an LL.M. in Criminology (2007). His career includes roles as a criminal judge (1999–2002), tenancy legal advisor, and board member for youth welfare organizations. He has extensive experience in legal consulting for social and health sectors. Research focuses on social welfare law, data protection in social work, adult/youth protection, and legal frameworks for social services. Notable projects include the Central Swiss Disability Policy Framework and studies on fear of crime in public transport. He has authored over 20 books/chapters and 50+ articles on topics like social security law, mandatory reporting, and institutional ethics. He advises the City of Bern's Social Welfare Commission and chairs editorial roles for Jusletter Weblaw and Pflegerecht journals. His work bridges legal academia with practical social service challenges, emphasizing ethical dilemmas and systemic reforms in welfare provision.

• Social Law
• Social Welfare Law
• Social Insurance Law
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Andreas Dettwiler is a Professor of New Testament at the Faculty of Theology , University of Geneva, where he has served since 2004. He previously held professorial roles at the University of Neuchâtel (1997-2004) and assistant positions at the University of Zurich and Neuchâtel. Academic Affiliations: University of Geneva (2004-present), University of Neuchâtel (1997-2004) Leadership: Dean of Geneva's Faculty of Theology (2009-2013), Vice-Dean (2005-2009), Director of IRHS (Institut romand d'herméneutique et de systématique) Research Focus: Johannine literature (Gospel of John, Farewell Discourses) Pauline and Deutero-Pauline epistles (Colossians, Ephesians) Early Christianity within Greco-Roman religious contexts Modern hermeneutics and biblical interpretation theories Publication Trends: His 15 most recent works (2025-1998) emphasize intertextuality in Pauline traditions, spatial theory in Ephesians, Johannine pneumatology, and theological memory constructs in Colossians. Collaborative projects with scholars like Simon Butticaz and Christophe Chalamet highlight interdisciplinary theological dialogues. Scientific Recognition: President of the Swiss Society of Theology Member of Academia Scientiarum Helvetica (ASSH) Academic Mentorship: Supervised Kampotela Luc Bulundwe's 2021 PhD thesis on Pauline closure mechanisms and Marcos David Paredes-Sadler's 2025 MA on biblical interpretations of violence in Peru's Ayacucho conflict.

• Johannine Literature
• Pauline and Deutero-Pauline Epistles
• Early Christianity in Greco-Roman Context
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Delphine Roulet Schwab is a Full Professor at La Source School of Health (HES-SO), where she leads research initiatives focused on aging, domestic violence, and technology ethics. She is affiliated with the LER Institute for Aging and Health (VISA) and co-founded the Senior Lab, a collaborative platform for gerontological innovation. Research Interests: Elder abuse detection, digital inclusion of seniors, ethical use of smart home technologies, and social innovation in aging care Key Collaborations: CURAVIVA Suisse, Swiss Academies of Arts and Sciences, Office fédéral de la santé publique Her 15 most recent publications address domestic violence in aging populations, privacy concerns with health technologies, and frameworks for inclusive digital aging. These works emphasize interdisciplinary approaches and stakeholder co-creation. She contributes to national awareness campaigns like Vieillesse sans violence and participates in Swiss policy development for aging populations. Her research bridges technology acceptance models with ethical frameworks for elderly care.

• Gerontology
• Public Health
• Healthcare Ethics
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Beat Reichlin is a Lecturer and Project Manager at the Lucerne School of Social Work (HSLU), where he also leads the Competence Centre for Children and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding. He holds a lic. iur. from the University of Zurich and has extensive legal experience, including roles as a part-time district judge and legal advisor in child and adult protection authorities. His academic work focuses on child and adult protection law, family law, domestic violence, and social law. He co-leads multiple academic programs, such as the MAS in Social Work and Law, and has authored several books and articles on legal protections for vulnerable individuals. His research addresses cross-kantonal collaboration, human rights in child protection, and quality standards for out-of-home placements. He actively contributes to policy development through projects on NEETs (youth not in education/training/employment), early intervention strategies, and preventing violence against the elderly. Education: Licentiate in Law (University of Zurich), teaching qualifications (primary/secondary levels), and further certifications in university didactics. Research Interests: Child and Adult Protection Legal Frameworks Family Law with Emphasis on Custody and Guardianship Sociology of Law and Its Practical Applications Domestic Violence Intervention Strategies Ethical and Human Rights Dimensions in Social Work Professional Projects: Development of community strategies for early support, intercantonal legal harmonization, and child rights compliance in migration contexts. Recent publications include guides on domestic violence post-separation and human rights in safeguarding contexts. Grants and Advising: While no specific grants are listed, his roles in policy development suggest significant institutional support. He advises on legal matters and collaborates with governmental and non-governmental organizations. Labs/Teams: Heads the Competence Centre for Children and Vulnerable Adults Safeguarding, a hub for interdisciplinary research and policy implementation.

• Child and Adult Protection
• Family Law
• Administrative Law
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Dr. Kathrin Gerlach is a Senior Physician and Chief Physician at the Department of Forensic Medicine and Traffic Medicine , University of Basel, since 2011. Her work integrates clinical practice and research in forensic medicine, traffic safety, and postmortem analysis. Education: MD from Friedrich-Alexander University of Erlangen-Nuremberg; training as medical-technical assistant at NTA Isny Research: Focuses on cerebral edema assessment, postmortem diagnostics, cannabis/alcohol effects on driving, domestic violence, and forensic identification Her scientific awards include the University of Basel's Dissertation Prize (2008) and AAFS's Resident Best Paper Award (2006). Publications highlight interdisciplinary methodologies in forensic science and clinical trials. Training: 2016 Expert recognition by FEDRO, 2017 SGRM traffic medicine specialist

• Forensic Medicine
• Traffic Medicine
• Neuroscience
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Prof. Dr. Carmit Segal is a Professor at the Department of Business Administration, University of Zurich, holding the Chair of Managerial Economics. Her research focuses on gender inequality, labor economics, and public policy, with a particular emphasis on workplace competition, domestic violence dynamics, and law enforcement quality. She has conducted extensive studies on the socioeconomic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its effects on domestic violence patterns in urban settings. Her work integrates empirical analysis with policy design, addressing topics such as affirmative action, behavioral economics, and institutional reform. Prof. Segal's research spans multiple disciplines, combining quantitative methodologies with real-world policy applications. Notable contributions include analyzing the role of female officers in reducing domestic violence escalation and exploring how competition in workplaces exacerbates gender disparities. Her findings have been widely cited in media outlets like The Atlantic and Freakonomics Radio, highlighting the practical implications of her academic work. Her publications consistently address pressing societal challenges, with a focus on gender equity, labor market outcomes, and public health crises. Though no specific awards are listed, her impactful research has garnered significant scholarly and public attention. She currently advises no students listed, and her professional engagements include roles at the University of Zurich and collaborative research with institutions globally.

• Managerial Economics
• Labor Economics
• Gender Inequality
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Sigrid Eder is a Full Professor of Old Testament at the University of Fribourg , specifically within the Faculty of Theology's Department of Biblical Studies. Her work bridges academic rigor with accessible theological engagement, as evidenced by her publications and public lectures. Current position since 2022 Previously at Private University of Education Augustinum (2019-2022) Teaching experience at Catholic Private University of Linz (2016-2022) Research focuses on Biblical Anthropology , Narrative Analysis of Psalms , and Gender Dynamics in Scripture . Her scholarship interrogates power structures, emotional resonance, and identification mechanisms in Hebrew Bible texts. Key publications include the 2025 monograph Is the Bible Misogynistic? and the 2018 book Potential for Identification in the Psalms . Conference contributions span EABS, SBL, and Schweizer Sozietät Altes Testament meetings. Professional affiliations include: Association of German-speaking Catholic Old Testament Scholars (AGAT) European Association of Biblical Studies (EABS) Society of Biblical Literature (SBL) European Society of Women in Theological Research Contact: sigrid.eder@unifr.ch | ORCID

• Old Testament Studies
• Biblical Hermeneutics
• Biblical Anthropology
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