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Kevin OhView profile

Professor

• Special Education
• Teacher Training
• Assistive Technology
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Kevin Oh serves as Professor and Department Chair at the University of San Francisco, where he maintains a full-time faculty position focused on innovative educational practices. His work bridges special education, teacher training, and emerging technologies to create inclusive learning environments that address diverse student needs through evidence-based methodologies. Dr. Oh earned his PhD in Special Education from the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, establishing the foundation for his research in disability-inclusive pedagogy and teacher preparation. His academic journey reflects a commitment to advancing educational equity through technological innovation and cross-cultural collaboration. His research program centers on collaborative teaching frameworks, assistive technology integration, and virtual reality applications in teacher training. Notably, he pioneers the use of three-dimensional immersive environments like Second Life to develop culturally responsive teaching practices and global classroom experiences, with particular emphasis on special education contexts and co-teaching models. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals a sustained focus on virtual worlds in education since 2007, evolving from foundational technology adoption studies to sophisticated investigations of synchronous discussion facilitation and international collaboration. His work consistently addresses the intersection of teacher preparation, special education needs, and digital innovation. Dr. Oh's scientific recognition includes: Fulbright Specialist Project Award (2020) for Internationalization, Culturally Responsive, and Digitalization initiatives at the University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland USF Faculty Team Innovation Award (2013) for Creating a global classroom using virtual environments While specific details about his graduate student advising and research grants were not provided in available materials, his leadership as Department Chair and extensive publication record suggest active mentorship within his academic unit. His work with international institutions through the Fulbright program indicates significant collaborative research networks. No dedicated laboratories or specialized research teams were mentioned in the source materials, though his virtual environment research implies collaboration with educational technology specialists and international partner institutions.

Christina L SvecView profile

Assistant Professor

• Music Education
• Research Methodology
• Research Pedagogy
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Christina L Svec is an Assistant Professor of Music Education at Iowa State University's Department of Music Education. Her work focuses on elementary general music, secondary choral methods, and research methodologies. She holds a PhD from the University of North Texas (2015), an MM from Michigan State University (2009), and a BM from the University of North Texas (2005). Before her academic career, she taught elementary music and directed church choirs in Texas. Her research explores singing voice development, research pedagogy, and the application of rigorous methodological approaches in music education. Notable projects include studies on music teacher preparedness, social-emotional learning in K-12 music education, and the impact of instructional methods on singing ability. During the pandemic, she collaborated on initiatives adapting early childhood music programs to remote formats. Publications appear in Update: Applications of Research in Music Education and Psychology of Music . Her work frequently employs meta-analytic techniques and mixed-methods approaches to address practical challenges in music education. No scientific awards are listed. Her advising and grant activities are not detailed in the provided text. She maintains a focus on bridging research and practice through collaborative initiatives like the Early Childhood Music Collaborative.

Sham'ah Md-YunusView profile

Professor

• Early Childhood Education
• Immigrant Children Education
• Cultural Sensitivity in Education
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Dr. Sham'ah Md-Yunus is a Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Eastern Illinois University (EIU), with dual roles in Teaching, Learning, and Foundations. Her office is located in Buzzard Hall (Room 2203), and she can be reached at smdyunus@eiu.edu. She joined EIU in 2005 after earning her PhD in Elementary Education from Indiana State University. Her research focuses on early childhood education, particularly the care and education of immigrant children and families. She employs frameworks like culturally sensitive care, developmentally appropriate practice, and the Critical 'Immigration' theoretical framework (rooted in Positioning Theory and the Model Minority concept) to inform policy and practice. Key areas include Asian American student experiences, immigrant family dynamics, and Montessori education outcomes in Taiwan. Dr. Md-Yunus is active in professional organizations such as WIDA, the American Educational Research Association (AERA), and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). She teaches courses like EDU 5050: Seminar in Educational Research and ELE 5310: Foundations of ESL/Bilingual Education , and supervises 11 research projects. Her work bridges theoretical insights with practical implications for educators and policymakers.

Esther HartmanView profile

Associate Professor

• Motor Development
• Physical Activity and Cognition
• Physical Activity and Health
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Dr. Esther Hartman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Movement Sciences at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences. She holds additional roles as Chair of the Program Committee for Human Movement Sciences and a fellow at the Aletta Jacobs School of Public Health. Her research focuses on motor development, physical activity's impact on cognition and health in children and adolescents, and interventions targeting sedentary behavior reduction. Notably, she led the award-winning 'Fit and Vaardig op School' project, recognized by both public and scientific juries of NWO. Education: MSc in Human Movement Sciences (University of Groningen), PhD (Wageningen University), and teaching qualifications including the Senior Teaching Qualification. She coordinates courses like 'Development of Movement Interventions' and 'Child Development in Sports and Exercise', integrating research with academic skill development. Her work emphasizes translational research, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address public health challenges. She actively contributes to national health policy through her membership in the National Health Council's expert group on physical activity guidelines for 0-4 year-olds.

Zeynep KAYAView profile

Associate Professor

• Religious Education
• Belief Development
• History of Religious Education
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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zeynep KAYA is an academic at the Department of Religious Education, Faculty of Theology at Social Sciences University of Ankara. She holds roles such as Department Head and member of the Theology Accrediting Agency. Her academic journey includes a PhD from Marmara University (2014) on belief development theory in religious education, published as a book titled Belief Development and Religious Education in Turkish Society . Education: Bachelor's in Theology (Ankara University, 2001) Master's in Religious Education (Ankara University, 2006) PhD in Religious Education (Marmara University, 2014) Additional training in Open Education (Istanbul University, 2023) Research Interests: Focuses on belief development, secularism debates in education, religious education policies, and family-based religious upbringing. She examines the historical evolution of religious education in Turkey and modernization challenges. Recent Contributions: Explores future trends like the Metaverse's impact on teaching professions and social media's role in parenting. Her work bridges theory and practice through workshops and policy projects. Awards: 2023 'Topluma Hizmet' award recognizing her contributions to education and community service. Grants & Projects: Led research on religious education curricula and teacher training programs. Collaborated with institutions like Ensar Foundation and Values Education Center.

• Positive Psychology
• Subjective Well-Being
• Evolutionary Psychology
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Prof. Dr. Огнен Спасовски is a Full Professor at the Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje (UKIM). He obtained his PhD in 2009 on 'Subjective Well-Being, Basic Psychological Needs, and Life Goals'. He held a Fulbright post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania (2011-2012), working under Martin Seligman. His academic career includes roles as lecturer (2009), associate professor (2014), and full professor (2019). Education: Bachelor's in Psychology (1996, UKIM) Master's in Psychology (2004, UKIM) PhD in Psychology (2009, UKIM) Research Interests: Focuses on evolutionary mechanisms influencing human behavior, emotion-cognition interactions, and inclusive education quality. Key topics include subjective well-being determinants, positive psychology applications, and Roma community education challenges. International Engagement: Collaborated with EU Directorate-General Education, Council of Europe, UNICEF, USAID, and others on projects like citizenship education guidelines (2018) and Roma education analysis (2011). Served on COST Agency review panel (2016-2018). Teaching: Offers courses in Evolutionary Psychology, Psychology of Special Educational Needs, Emotions & Cognition, and Positive Psychology across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Labs/Teams: Leads research groups studying subjective well-being and evolutionary psychology mechanisms. Active in Macedonia Psychological Association since its foundation.

Margherita FortView profile

Professor

• Applied Microeconometrics
• Labour Economics
• Economics of Education
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Margherita Fort is a Full Professor at the Department of Economics at the University of Bologna. She specializes in applied microeconometrics, labor economics, and education economics with a focus on public policy evaluation. Her research investigates the impacts of daycare on child development, educational reforms on fertility and health outcomes, and gender disparities in STEM fields. She holds a PhD in Applied Statistics from the University of Padua and has been a Marie Curie Fellow (ISER, Essex) and Max Weber Fellow (European University Institute). Education includes a PhD in Applied Statistics (University of Padua) and postdoctoral fellowships at ISER and EUI. Her current projects focus on evidence-based investments in early childhood and family policies, including evaluations of coding programs for girls and mindfulness interventions for parents. Research affiliations include IZA, CESifo, and CEPR. She coordinates the PhD program in Public Governance at Bologna and teaches econometrics, causal inference, and microeconometrics for policy evaluation at national and international institutions. Her work has appeared in top journals like the Journal of Political Economy and Journal of Labor Economics. Awards: Marie Curie Early Training Fellowship, Max Weber Fellowship Grants: Spencer Foundation (2020-2024), Fondazione Del Monte Bologna e Ravenna (2014) Labs/Teams: Collaborates with FBK-IRVAPP on policy evaluation and with international networks on school reforms.

Melissa YoungView profile

Associate Professor

• Global Health
• Maternal and Child Nutrition
• Breastfeeding Practices
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Dr. Melissa Young is an Associate Professor in the Hubert Department of Global Health at Emory University, specializing in maternal and child nutrition, anemia, and public health program evaluation. Her work integrates epidemiology, community nutrition, and applied economics to address global health challenges. She holds a BS from Iowa State University and a PhD from Cornell University. Her research focuses on the first 1000 days of life, emphasizing nutrition's lifelong impacts. Key areas include breastfeeding practices, micronutrient deficiencies, and program implementation. Dr. Young leads the BRINDA project, a global initiative analyzing anemia determinants and hemoglobin cutoffs. She teaches courses on maternal and child nutrition and capstone research. Dr. Young has secured external grants and published widely. Her work bridges clinical and population-level research, aiming to improve global nutrition policies. She collaborates on studies in India, Malawi, Ethiopia, and Vietnam, addressing migration impacts, infant feeding, and healthcare access disparities. Her contributions include advancing methodologies for inflammation-adjusted micronutrient assessments and evaluating frontline health worker interventions. Dr. Young advocates for evidence-based strategies to reduce maternal and child malnutrition globally, emphasizing equity and scalability.

Laura DunneView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Child Health
• Wellbeing and Development
• Early Child Development
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Dr. Laura Dunne is a Senior Lecturer and Reader at Queen's University Belfast within the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work, part of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (AHSS). Her research focuses on child health, wellbeing, and development in schools and communities, early childhood development (ECD) in low-and-middle-income countries (LMICs), and program evaluation. She is a Chartered Psychologist and leads the LINKS Project, a global initiative linking ECD to peacebuilding. Current roles include Deputy Director of Innovation Zones, Fellow of the Senator George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, and Programme Director for the MEd Educational Studies. Her extensive research includes projects in LMICs such as Viet Nam, East Timor, and Palestine, alongside collaborations with UNICEF, Yale, and Harvard. Notable grants include the NIHR Global Health Research Group on ECD for Peacebuilding (£2 million), and evaluations of programs like Nuffield Early Language Intervention and Peep Learning Together. Awards include the Athena SWAN Bronze Award (2016) and shortlisting for the QUB Staff Excellence Award (2025). Dr. Dunne’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, policy impact, and global health equity. She contributes to teaching at the postgraduate level, including courses on research design and early childhood critical perspectives.

Ingrid BährView profile

Professor

• Physical Education Pedagogy
• Educational Uncertainty
• Cooperative Learning in Sports
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Prof. Dr. Ingrid Bähr is a Professor of Education with a focus on Movement Promotion in Educational Institutions at the University of Hamburg's Faculty of Education. She holds a W2 professorship and leads research in areas such as educational activation, uncertainty in teaching processes, cooperative learning, and early childhood movement development. Her work bridges sport pedagogy, early childhood education, and transformative learning theories. She has authored numerous publications on these topics and serves in key academic roles including Chair of the decentralized examination board for teacher training programs and Deputy Chair of MA courses. Education: She earned her PhD in Philosophy (2004) from the University of Bremen after completing her teaching degree (1996) and a research focus in dramatic play (1999). She has held academic positions at universities in Bremen, Frankfurt, and Würzburg before joining Hamburg in 2010. Notably, she also served as a teacher and principal at a Freinet alternative school (2017–2019). Research focuses include the transformative potential of educational uncertainty, activation in physical education, and gender aspects in movement learning. She supervises doctoral candidates exploring topics like activation criteria in physical education and early childhood exploration. Her involvement in projects like 'AUFTAKT' emphasizes the transfer of research into practice. Professional activities include editorial roles for journals such as Zeitschrift für Sportpädagogische Forschung and memberships in organizations like the German Olympic Sports Confederation's Expert Network for Gender Equality. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, evidenced by projects with international partners in Spain and Luxembourg.

• Environmental Health
• Endocrine Disruptors
• Metabolic Health
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Dr. Vaia Lida Chatzi is Professor of Population and Public Health Sciences and Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California. She serves as Director of the USC Center for Translational Research on Environmental Health (USC-R-TEN) and Deputy Director of the NIEHS-funded Southern California Environmental Health Science Center (SCEHSC). With over 20 years of experience in environmental health research, she leads an interdisciplinary program focused on advancing understanding of how environmental chemical exposures affect metabolic health, particularly in children and adolescents. Dr. Chatzi's research program centers on environmental health with particular emphasis on endocrine disruptors including perfluoroalkyl substances, organochlorine pesticides, phenols, phthalates, and metals. Her work integrates human population data with experimental study designs to investigate health effects on obesity, type 2 diabetes, and fatty liver disease. As a physician-epidemiologist, she employs multi-omics approaches to develop comprehensive understanding of exposure risk and disease development across the lifespan. Her recent publications demonstrate strong focus on PFAS exposures and metabolic consequences, air pollution effects on childhood obesity, and multi-omics methods for environmental health risk assessment. Her work frequently involves large international cohort studies with particular attention to Hispanic youth populations, reflecting commitment to health equity and translational research. Scientific Awards Fulbright Scholarship from Harvard Medical School (2014) Erasmus Fellowship from Centre for Environmental Research, Spain (2012) Marie Curie Fellowship from Department of Public Health, University of Sheffield, UK (2003) Dr. Chatzi maintains significant research funding through multiple R01s, R21s, and U01 grants supporting her environmental health research program. Her leadership roles in major research centers indicate substantial mentoring of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, though specific advisees aren't listed in the available information. She has demonstrated strong career development through progressive leadership roles in environmental health research. Dr. Chatzi leads the USC Center for Translational Research on Environmental Health (USC-R-TEN), which integrates human population data and multi-omics methods to understand environmental pollutant impacts. Her work with the Southern California Environmental Health Science Center (SCEHSC) promotes bench-to-population team science, community-engaged solution-based research, and comprehensive training across all career stages in environmental health sciences.

• Pediatrics
• Craniofacial Disorders
• Developmental Psychology
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Alexis Johns, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC), affiliated with Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). Her research focuses on craniofacial disorders, particularly craniofacial microsomia and craniosynostosis, emphasizing psychosocial outcomes, developmental trajectories, and caregiver experiences. She leads initiatives such as the CARE Program, an international interdisciplinary network for craniofacial microsomia research. Dr. Johns' work bridges clinical care and patient-centered research, addressing topics like surgical decision-making, language development interventions (e.g., the BOOST trial), and healthcare disparities. Her studies often involve qualitative and longitudinal methodologies, exploring themes such as parental stress, cultural competency, and long-term quality of life in craniofacial patients. Her articles highlight trends in understanding the multifaceted impacts of craniofacial conditions, including psychosocial adaptation, surgical timing, and the role of caregiver support. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the provided text, but her contributions include protocol development for clinical trials and international collaborative frameworks. Dr. Johns collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across pediatrics, surgery, psychology, and global health to advance holistic care for craniofacial patients.

• Child and Adolescent Sexual Abuse
• Resilience
• Mental Health Outcomes
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Isabelle Daigneault is a Professor and Director of the TRAJETS Research Laboratory at the Université de Montréal’s Department of Psychology, part of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on sexual violence against children and adolescents, emphasizing resilience, mental health trajectories, and prevention strategies. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Université de Montréal and is Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Child and Adolescent Resilience (bilingual French-English). Education: Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Université de Montréal. She also teaches courses such as PSY-3129 (Interview Methods), PSY-6674 (Change Processes in Child and Adolescent Psychology), and supervises doctoral programs in clinical psychology and neuropsychology. Research Interests: Life trajectories after childhood/adolescent sexual abuse (resilience, psychotherapy) Primary/secondary/tertiary prevention of sexual assault Health disparities in vulnerable populations (e.g., international students, individuals with disabilities) Effectiveness of interventions in child welfare systems Awards: None explicitly listed. Grants/Advising: Has led/co-led projects funded by FRQSC, IRSC, and SSHRC. Key collaborations include the CRIPCAS research center and the Chaire VSSMES. Supervised over 20 graduate students focusing on sexual violence prevention, trauma outcomes, and policy evaluation. Labs/Teams: Directs the TRAJETS lab, which studies health and resilience trajectories of sexually abused youth. Member of the CRIPCAS interdisciplinary research center and the EVISA research team.

Sanja IlicView profile

Associate Professor

• Microbial Food Safety
• Public Health Education
• Hydroponic Crop Safety
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Dr. Sanja Ilic is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Sciences at The Ohio State University's College of Education and Human Ecology. She also serves as a food safety state specialist. Her research focuses on microbial food safety in fresh produce, particularly hydroponic systems, and improving food safety practices among vulnerable populations such as immunocompromised individuals and those with chronic illnesses. She teaches courses on food safety and cultural foods. Her research emphasizes interventions to reduce contamination risks in hydroponic crops, knowledge translation to practical applications, and addressing barriers to food safety behaviors. Key areas include Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, and STEC pathogen control. She collaborates internationally on citizen science initiatives and food safety education programs for at-risk groups. Recent work explores food safety in meal kits, vulnerability definitions for foodborne disease risks, and sanitizer efficacy in hydroponics. She has contributed to global food safety standards and developed curricula for visually impaired students. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges agricultural science, public health, and clinical practice. No specific grants or lab teams are explicitly mentioned, though her work involves partnerships with agencies like Head Start and international collaborations.

• Media Literacy
• Media Education
• Media Arts
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Dr Amanda Levido is a Visiting Professor in the School of Education at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), within the Faculty of Creative Industries, Education & Social Justice. Her research focuses on media literacy, media education, and arts education, with a specialization in primary school settings. She holds a PhD and Master of Learning Innovation from QUT, alongside a dual degree in Drama/Film studies and Secondary Education. Her research explores digital literacies, children’s media practices, and the integration of technology in education. Notable projects include analyzing algorithmic literacies in children (2025), digital ethics frameworks (2024), and the impact of educational toys on media literacy. She has contributed to collaborative initiatives like the Digital Child Ethics Toolkit and the Manifesto for a Better Children’s Internet. Levido’s work emphasizes moving beyond technical skills to foster critical engagement with digital tools. Recent publications highlight her focus on primary education, digital childhoods, and policy advocacy. She has supervised research on media literacy pedagogies in early childhood education, collaborating with Professors Michael Dezuanni and Annette Woods. Her academic contributions span journal articles, book chapters, and research reports, addressing topics like robotics programs for low-SES students and online arts education during the pandemic. She is affiliated with the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child and actively engages in interdisciplinary research teams.