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David QuigleyView profile

Teaching Professor

• Learning Analytics
• Educational Technology
• Science Education
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Dr. David Quigley is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Colorado Boulder and a Research Associate at the Institute of Cognitive Science. He specializes in learning analytics, focusing on developing machine learning models to analyze student activity and understanding in science classrooms. His current work involves the eBRAVO project, which creates adaptive, AI-enhanced tools to support reading comprehension of expository texts. Dr. Quigley holds a PhD from CU Boulder, where he contributed to the Inquiry Hub Research-Practice Partnership and the Chicago City of Learning initiative. His earlier studies at Georgia Tech with the Contextual Computing Group included projects on wearable computing and text input methods. His research bridges educational technology, cognitive science, and data-driven pedagogy. Key research themes include: Adaptive learning systems Scientific inquiry modeling Educational equity through technology Data-driven curriculum design His publications from 2014–2020 emphasize learning analytics applications in STEM education, educational equity, and digital tool development. While no formal awards are listed, his work demonstrates sustained impact in educational technology research.

Judith AuerbachView profile

Adjunct Professor

• HIV/AIDS Research
• Social Determinants of Health
• Public Health Policy
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Judith Auerbach, PhD, MA, BA, is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Her work bridges science and policy, focusing on HIV/AIDS, with an emphasis on the social organization of scientific knowledge, community engagement, and gender equity in health research. She promotes interdisciplinary approaches integrating biological, behavioral, and social sciences to address HIV/AIDS challenges. Education: PhD in Sociology, University of California, Berkeley (1986) MA in Sociology, University of California, Berkeley (1982) BA in Sociology, University of California, Berkeley (1978) Research Interests: Dr. Auerbach’s research explores how social structures and policies influence HIV/AIDS responses, particularly for women and marginalized communities. She emphasizes participatory research methods and the role of social sciences in biomedical research. Her work highlights the need for inclusive healthcare environments and equitable participation in HIV cure initiatives. Publications Trends: Her recent work examines HIV prevention strategies, social determinants of health, and the intersection of gender with medical research. Key themes include optimizing post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for healthcare workers, gender equity in women’s health research, and lessons from HIV for pandemic preparedness. Awards: Elected Fellow, American Association for the Advancement of Science (2022) National Institutes of Health Team Award (2016) Feminist Scholar-Activist Award (2014) Grants & Advising: Dr. Auerbach collaborates with global health organizations, contributing to NIH-funded initiatives and policy frameworks. She advises on HIV cure research and inclusive healthcare practices, emphasizing community involvement in biomedical studies. Labs/Teams: While no institutional lab is explicitly named, she collaborates with multidisciplinary teams focused on HIV/AIDS, including the International AIDS Society and the Treatment Action Group.

• Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Policy
• Digitalization and 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR)
• Industrial Policy
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Dr. Chux Daniels is a Senior Research Fellow at the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU) within the University of Sussex Business School and an Associate Professor at the University of Pretoria's Department of Engineering and Technology Management. He directs the Transformative Innovation Policy Consortium (TIPC) Africa Hub at the University of Pretoria's Future Africa Campus. His expertise spans Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) policy, digital transformation, and sustainable development. Education: PhD in Technology Policy, University of Sussex MBA, MSc, and BSc (degrees unspecified) Research Interests: Focus on STI policy formulation/governance, digitalization (AI/4IR), industrial policy, political economy analysis, and international development. Active in African policy work with UN agencies, African Union Commission, and multilateral organizations like the World Bank. Key Collaborations: Leads projects across 15+ African countries, collaborating with institutions in Colombia, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. Current initiatives include the Transformative Innovation Africa Hub (TIAH), DSI/NRF Trilateral Research Chair, and GCRF Inclusive Societies Project. Grants & Funding: £2.5M+ in grants from ESRC, IDRC, Newton Fund Lead researcher for STI policy frameworks in Uganda, Zambia, and South Africa Teaching & Supervision: Teaches innovation systems, project management, and industrial policy at multiple universities. Supervises doctoral researchers and MSc students. Policy Impact: Developed monitoring frameworks for Africa's STISA-2024 strategy and South Africa's White Paper on STI. Advises governments and international bodies on innovation ecosystems and sustainable development goals.

Milena I. NeshkovaView profile

Professor

• Political Theory
• Organizational Theory
• Bureaucracy and Democratization
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Milena I. Neshkova serves as Professor of Public Policy Administration and Program Director for the Master of Arts in Global Affairs at Florida International University's Steven J. Green School of International and Public Affairs. Her academic leadership bridges theoretical rigor with practical governance challenges, particularly in democratizing contexts. Her educational credentials include: PhD in Public Affairs from Indiana University (2008) M.P.A. from Indiana University M.A. in Journalism from Sofia University Dr. Neshkova's research investigates fundamental questions about bureaucratic behavior in democratic systems, emphasizing citizen participation mechanisms, fiscal accountability, and anti-corruption strategies. Her unique perspective integrates insights from Bulgaria's democratic transition—where she worked as a journalist during systemic reforms—with contemporary public administration theory. This dual lens reveals how administrative structures either enable or obstruct equitable governance. Analysis of her 2023-2025 publications shows intensifying focus on three interconnected frontiers: (1) administrative burden reduction for marginalized populations, (2) sustainability transitions in public procurement (particularly green initiatives), and (3) gender dynamics in fiscal decision-making. Her methodological approach increasingly combines comparative case studies with experimental designs to isolate causal mechanisms. Her scholarly recognition includes: Excellence in Teaching Award for pedagogical innovation Dr. Neshkova directs externally funded initiatives examining democratic governance under stress, including National Science Foundation research on corruption dynamics and European Union Center of Excellence projects analyzing administrative reforms. Her grant portfolio demonstrates sustained interest in how institutions mediate between political mandates and citizen outcomes. As Program Director, she shapes curriculum development for future global affairs practitioners while mentoring students through research collaborations on pressing governance challenges. Her leadership extends to operationalizing theoretical frameworks through the Master of Arts in Global Affairs program, where she cultivates student engagement with real-world policy dilemmas through applied research opportunities and practitioner partnerships.

Nathan M CastilloView profile

Assistant Professor

• Education Policy
• Technology in Education
• Global South Development
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Nathan M. Castillo is an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois, holding concurrent appointments in the departments of Education Policy, Organization and Leadership; Curriculum and Instruction; and the Center for African Studies. His work focuses on leveraging technology to improve education outcomes in the Global South, particularly in early grade reading, policy impact analysis, and equitable learning ecosystems. Education: Ph.D. in Human Development (University of Pennsylvania), Ed.M. in International Education Policy (Harvard University), B.S. in Psychology (Colorado State University). Previously, he served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania (2017–2018) and a Visiting Assistant Professor at Fundação Cesgranrio (2018). Research Interests: Castillo examines how technology can address global education inequities, including personalized learning systems, policy evaluation, and multilingual literacy programs. His work emphasizes scalable solutions for marginalized communities and evidence-based interventions in low-resource settings. Publications Trends: His recent work explores adaptive learning technologies, edtech's role in equity, and policy frameworks for education systems. Key contributions include global meta-analyses of reading literacy interventions and case studies on UNESCO-Pearson literacy initiatives. Scientific Awards: Editors Choice Award for Original Research (2019), Outstanding Faculty Award for Public Engagement (2021). Teaching and Mentorship: Castillo leads courses on education policy, global education systems, and ICTs in education. He actively collaborates with international organizations like UNESCO and the World Bank to advance evidence-driven education strategies.

Temidayo EseonuView profile

Lecturer

• Critical Race Theory in Public Policy
• New Institutionalism in Public Administration
• Politics of Race and Anti-Racism
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Temidayo Eseonu is a Lecturer in Politics and Policy at Lancaster University's Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion. They specialize in racial justice, critical race theory, and participatory policy processes. Eseonu's work employs new institutionalism to analyze barriers and enablers of equitable policy design and implementation, emphasizing spaces where racially minoritized voices shape political outcomes. They founded the Racial Equity in Policy Network, a UK-based initiative connecting policymakers at all levels to address systemic racial inequalities. Research interests include intersections of race and urban governance, co-production of knowledge between communities and institutions, and democratic participation frameworks. Current projects involve a book merging critical race theory with democratic practice, and a study on belonging in education among minoritized youth in Manchester. Teaching focuses on race-related topics in politics and policy, including POLI100 (race, racism, and anti-racism) and PPR.397 (real-world policymaking theory and practice). They also supervise public policy PhD students interested in racial equity and policy design. Scientific Awards: President's Distinguished Achievement Award (University of Manchester) Richard Chapman Prize Active in grants and projects such as Horizon Europe's INSPIRE initiative (2024-2027), Creative Methodologies for Inclusive Healthcare (2025), and Community Dialogue (2024-2025). Engages in public outreach via events like the National Centre for Research Methods conference and the Royal Society of Arts Urban Futures Commission.

Ravi KarkarView profile

Assistant Professor

• Health Informatics
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Medical Technology
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Ravi Karkar is an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences (CICS). He co-directs the Health Tech for the People (HT4P) initiative and contributes to the stakeholder engagement core of MassAITC. His research focuses on designing human-centered tools to empower individuals in managing their health through data-driven insights. Karkar holds a PhD in Computer Science & Engineering from the University of Washington, alongside multiple fellowships and awards, including the STRIDE and PIT Faculty Fellowships (2024). Education: PhD, Computer Science & Engineering, University of Washington (2020) MS, Computer Science & Engineering, University of Washington (2016) MS, Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology (2012) BE, Computer Engineering, Gujarat University (2011) Research Interests: Karkar’s work emphasizes tools for chronic disease management (e.g., IBS, cirrhosis, depression), self-tracking technologies, and ethical design of health applications. He explores collaborative care models, personalized interventions, and the intersection of HCI with clinical practices. Recent projects include tools for Alzheimer’s disease support, ethics in healthcare technology, and novel diagnostics like the Beacon device for hepatic encephalopathy. Publications: His research spans health informatics, wearable devices, and chronic condition management, with notable contributions in CHI , DIS , and IEEE-BSN . Key themes include self-experimentation frameworks, patient self-monitoring, and interdisciplinary healthcare innovation. Awards & Recognition: Best Paper Award (Top 1%, CHI 2025) Three-Sixty Fellowship for CSE mHealth Training Institute Fellow (2023) Advising & Grants: Karkar mentors PhD students (e.g., Abhay Sheel Anand, Itir Sayar) and has secured grants through initiatives like STRIDE and PIT. His work bridges academic research with clinical practice, emphasizing real-world impact. Labs & Teams: Co-leads HT4P, fostering equitable health tech design, and collaborates with MassAITC to engage stakeholders in healthcare innovation.

Pundarik MukhopadhayaView profile

Professor

• Economic Inequality
• Poverty Measurement
• Social Welfare
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Pundarik Mukhopadhaya is a Professor of Economics at Macquarie University, with prior affiliations at the National University of Singapore and international organizations like the Asian Development Bank (ADB), World Bank, and UNESCO. His research focuses on social welfare measurement, economic inequality, and poverty, with over 60 peer-reviewed articles and three authored books. Key Projects: Includes studies on Australia's medical goods trade, China's urbanization challenges, and anti-poverty policies in Asia. Recent Collaborations: Extensive work with researchers in China, Armenia, and Vietnam on poverty measurement and policy efficacy. Research Interests: His work spans multidimensional poverty, globalization impacts on inequality, and the role of digital literacy in health outcomes. Notable contributions include analysis of the Belt and Road Initiative's environmental implications and evaluations of targeted anti-poverty programs in Armenia and Pakistan. Grants & Advising: Supervised one doctoral student and led multiple research grants exploring economic disparities, including a current project on Australia's trade in medical goods (2023–2025).

Senia KalfaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Workplace Well-being
• Employee Health
• Organizational Management
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Dr. Senia Kalfa is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Management at Macquarie University, affiliated with the Centre for Workforce Futures. Her research focuses on workplace well-being, employee health, and organizational management, with a particular emphasis on issues such as corporate social responsibility, mental health accommodation, and the impact of societal crises like the pandemic on HR practices. Key research areas include employee return to work post-cancer, intimate partner violence in the workplace, and the future of work. She has contributed to projects such as investigating lymphoedema's impact on women’s careers and mental health support in mining industries. Dr. Kalfa’s work bridges theory and practice, addressing topics like Bourdieu’s sociological frameworks applied to organizational behavior. Her 2023 publications highlight corporate responses to intimate partner violence and pandemic-era HR strategies. Earlier work includes studies on academic complicity in exploitation and the financial burden of lymphoedema on cancer survivors. She has been awarded the Best Paper Award (2009) for contributions to higher education reform research. Dr. Kalfa collaborates with institutions like the NSW Ministry of Health and has presented at international conferences. Her research emphasizes ethical practices, employee voice mechanisms, and equitable organizational policies.

Ida GrundelView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban and Regional Planning
• Sustainability Transitions
• Infrastructure Development
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Ida Grundel is an Associate Professor and Docent at Linköping University's Department of Thematic Studies (TEMA), specifically within the Technology and Social Change (TEMAT) unit. She serves as Programme Director for the Bachelor's Programme in Urban and Regional Planning and teaches courses in human geography and urban planning at both the bachelor's and master's levels. Her research focuses on sustainable development, regional innovation systems, and infrastructure challenges in shrinking municipalities, supported by grants from the Swedish Energy Agency and Formas. She leads the 'District heating in shrinking municipalities' and 'Role of urban planning in transport sustainability transitions' projects. Her work emphasizes transformative spatial planning, energy transitions, and citizen-driven solutions for climate-neutral cities. She contributes to the EU's ELABORATOR project on sustainable urban mobility and supervises a PhD student in the Just Transitions graduate school, which addresses equitable climate transition strategies. Key collaborations include TEMAT's interdisciplinary research environment and the TEMA department's focus on technology's societal impacts. Dr. Grundel's publications span urban mobility, infrastructure governance, and bioeconomy policy, reflecting her expertise in bridging academic research with practical policy applications. Her research highlights the interplay between technical systems, societal values, and environmental sustainability in shaping future urban landscapes.

Javier MartínezView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban Planning
• GIS Applications
• Urban Inequalities
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Javier Martínez is an Associate Professor at the University of Twente, Netherlands, affiliated with the Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC) and the Digital Society Institute. He leads the Urban Planning and Management specialization in the Master’s program in Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation. His roles include coordinating the Network-Association of European Researchers on Urbanization in the South (N-AERUS) and serving on the board of the International Society of Quality of Life Studies (ISQOLS). He holds a University Teaching Qualification and has contributed to major Erasmus+ projects like Building Resilient Urban Communities and Social Inclusion and Energy Management for Informal Urban Settlements. Educated in architecture at Rosario National University (Argentina), he earned an MSc in Geo-Information for Urban Planning from ITC and a PhD from Utrecht University (The Netherlands). His research focuses on GIS applications for urban policy, urban poverty, and intra-urban inequalities, with notable publications on quality of life and sustainable urban planning. He co-edited influential books such as Handbook of Quality of Life and Sustainability and GIS in Sustainable Urban Planning and Management . Research interests emphasize urban well-being, water governance, and equitable infrastructure development. His recent work addresses climate-sensitive urban spaces and co-design approaches for vulnerable populations. Awards include the Best Social Indicators Research Article of 2014. He contributes to the International Journal of Community Well-Being and Applied Research in Quality of Life as an editorial board member. His projects bridge academic research with global challenges, such as Lima’s water governance and Nairobi’s water insecurity impacts. Collaborative efforts include co-design initiatives in Brazil and Kenya, focusing on inclusive urban development and green/blue infrastructure.

• Diversity Management
• Personnel Management
• Work Environment
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Dr. Stina Brøgger is a Researcher at the University of Aarhus, focusing on organizational behavior and communication dynamics. Her work emphasizes diversity management, work environment optimization, and employee inclusion strategies. She holds a PhD in Organizational Communication from the University of Aarhus, awarded in December 2023, which examined inclusion of introverted employees through a communicative lens. Her research interests span paradox theory in diversity management, silence as a communicative tool, and leadership approaches in hybrid work environments. Key contributions include redefining diversity management through paradox frameworks and exploring how silence can foster equitable employee participation. Brøgger's publications (2023-2024) address critical issues like online diversity leadership, inclusion of introverted employees, and the role of silence in organizational communication. She received the prestigious W. Charles Redding Dissertation Award in 2024 for her thesis on introverted employees' inclusion challenges. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to decent work and gender equality. Current projects likely explore digital transformation impacts on workplace inclusion and paradox-driven management strategies.

• Technology and Society
• Applied Ethics
• Social Informatics
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Dr. Mark Howard is a Research Fellow in the Philosophy Department at Monash University, specializing in applied ethics and the societal impacts of technology. He holds a BA (Hons) and PhD from Monash University. His work focuses on ethical implications of AI in healthcare diagnostics, precision medicine, and disruptive technologies. Dr. Howard leads projects funded by the Australian Research Council and industry partners, including studies on machine learning-based clinical decision support systems. He has contributed to global initiatives like the WHO's diagnostics project and co-authored studies on AI ethics in emergency medicine. Key research areas include: healthcare AI transparency, equitable access to medical technologies, and sociotechnical systems analysis. He has organized workshops on empirical ethics in healthcare AI and participated in high-profile conferences like AABHL.

Emma BjörnerView profile

Researcher

• Sustainable Place Development
• Destination Branding
• Co-creation Strategies
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Dr. Emma Björner is a Researcher in Marketing at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Business Administration (School of Business, Economics, and Law). She specializes in sustainable place and destination branding, focusing on co-creation, digitalization, and food systems. She holds a PhD in Business Administration from Stockholm University and has held roles including Senior Lecturer at Lund University and Sustainability Consultant. Her research explores urban governance in Chinese mega-cities, digital festival engagement, and sustainable tourism. She coordinates Eutopia’s Tourism & Experiences network and develops tourism initiatives in southwest Sweden’s blue economy. Key projects include evaluating Gothenburg’s destination development and analyzing Halland’s food systems and rural entrepreneurship. Publications span city branding, global urban strategies, and cultural representation. She is affiliated with the Centre for Tourism and the Centre for Consumption Research at Gothenburg.

Meredith MorgochView profile

Assistant Professor

• Public Relations
• Strategic Communication
• Risk Communication
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Meredith L. Morgoch, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Communication at Salisbury University's Department of Communication. Her expertise lies in public relations and strategic communication, with a focus on risk communication, environmental communication, and crisis management. She holds a PhD in Communication & Media Studies from the University of Oregon (2022), an MA in Communication, Technology & Society from Clemson University (2015), a BS in Communication from Appalachian State University (2012), and an AA from Central Piedmont Community College (2010). Her research examines communication strategies in disasters, science communication, and inclusive practices in public relations. Notable work includes studies on earthquake early warning systems (ShakeAlert) and community engagement during crises. She has published in journals like Public Relations Review and Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management . Recent articles explore bridging gaps between science and journalism, equitable communication campaigns for disaster preparedness, and citizen journalism trends. Her work emphasizes evidence-based guidelines for protective actions during emergencies and inclusive symposium practices in science communication. Morgoch has no listed scientific awards or grants in the provided materials. She teaches courses in strategic communication and advises students in related fields.