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Terika McCallView profile

Assistant Professor

• Digital Health Equity
• Consumer Health Informatics
• Telehealth
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Dr. Terika McCall is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biostatistics (Health Informatics Division) at Yale School of Public Health and holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Biomedical Informatics & Data Science at Yale School of Medicine. She founded the Consumer Health Informatics Lab (CHIL) at Yale, focusing on reducing mental health disparities through technology. Her work bridges digital health equity, user-centered design, and marginalized population health. PhD in Health Informatics (UNC Chapel Hill, 2020) MBA in Management (Wake Forest, 2016) MPH in Health Behavior & Health Education (University of Michigan, 2010) BS in Health Science Education (University of Florida, 2006) McCall's research concentrates on telehealth accessibility for underserved communities, with specific emphasis on: Black women's mental health technology Post-incarceration digital health interventions AI/LLM integration in clinical workflows Community-engaged co-design methods Health equity through digital tools Usability testing standards Her recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate: 85% focus on mental health disparities 72% address marginalized populations 60% examine telehealth effectiveness 45% involve AI/ML applications 30% focus on post-incarceration care 28% analyze social media health support Award highlights: ISRII's inaugural JEDI Award (2024) YSPH Health Equity Research Award (2022) Multidisciplinary team leadership in both academic and industry settings As CHIL Director, she guides faculty and students in developing: Clinical decision support tools Mental health mobile apps Wearable health technologies Telehealth platforms for diverse populations Community co-design methodologies Equitable digital health frameworks

Myron F. FloydView profile

Professor

• Physical Activity and Public Health
• Built Environment and Health Disparities
• Race and Ethnicity in Leisure Studies
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Dr. Myron F. Floyd is Dean of the College of Natural Resources at NC State University. With over 35 years of academic experience, he has held faculty roles at Clemson University, Texas A&M University, and the University of Florida before joining NC State in 2005 as a Professor in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management. PhD in Recreation and Resources Development, Texas A&M University MS in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management, Clemson University MS in Recreation and Park Administration, Clemson University BS in Recreation and Park Administration, Clemson University His research focuses on the intersection of race/ethnicity with leisure behavior, examining how urban green spaces can mitigate health disparities and promote physical activity in marginalized communities. He has pioneered studies on environmental justice, conservation behavior, and crowdsourcing data for health research. Key grants include $1.5M from DHHS for obesity prevention in NC counties, $435K from Robert Wood Johnson Foundation for park-based physical activity studies, and multiple USDA Forest Service/NPS-funded projects. He co-authored the seminal book Race, Ethnicity, and Leisure and has produced 95+ peer-reviewed articles. Elected Fellow: Academy of Leisure Sciences (2005), American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (2019) Theodore and Franklin Roosevelt Award (2008) Leadership for a Diverse Campus Workshop Series (2014) Dr. Floyd has served on national advisory councils including USDA's Forestry Research Advisory Council (2014-2017) and NC Institute of Medicine's Healthy NC 2030 Taskforce. His work bridges public health, natural resource management, and social equity through interdisciplinary research.

Melanie MüllerView profile

Academic

• International Affairs
• Political Science
• Economics
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Dr. Melanie Müller is a Guest Lecturer at the Hertie School in Berlin and Deputy Head of the Research Division Africa and Middle East at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs (SWP). Her work focuses on political dynamics in Southern Africa, global supply chain geopolitics, and sustainability governance. Current Roles : Deputy Head (SWP), Guest Lecturer (Hertie School), Co-Chair of International Cooperation Thematic Working Group Research Themes : Resource governance, EU-Africa relations, post-apartheid challenges, critical minerals, environmental justice Her publications analyze geopolitical tensions in mineral supply chains, with recent works on BRICS collaboration, EU-China raw material dynamics, and sustainable development in Africa. She contributes to policy frameworks for equitable resource management and global governance. Member of Humboldt Foundation's German Chancellor Fellowship selection committee (since 2021) Chairperson of the Peace Academy Rhineland-Palatinate Advisory Board (since 2021) Dr. Müller leads projects like International Raw Material Cooperation and Research Network Sustainable Global Supply Chains , advising policymakers on systemic rivalry and trade resilience. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy solutions for sustainable development.

• Bankruptcy Law
• Financial Regulation
• Consumer Law
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Adam J. Levitin is a Professor at Georgetown University Law Center, where he specializes in bankruptcy law, financial regulation, consumer protection, securitization, and housing policy. His scholarly work has significantly influenced debates on mortgage markets, cryptocurrency regulation, and the structure of financial systems. He is a prolific author with over 80 scholarly papers and extensive citations in legal and economic literature. Georgetown University Law Center – Professor, Faculty Member His research interests span Bankruptcy Law , Financial Regulation , Consumer Law , Securitization , and Cryptocurrency . He has published extensively on topics such as the housing bubble, payment systems, digital wallets, and the role of clearinghouses in derivatives markets. His work often combines legal analysis with economic modeling, contributing to both doctrinal and empirical legal scholarship. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on systemic financial risks, regulatory gaps in emerging technologies, and the intersection of law and economics in financial markets. Key trends include critiques of bankruptcy venue manipulation, analysis of custodial risks in cryptocurrency, and evaluations of consumer contract enforcement. His scholarship frequently appears in top-tier law reviews such as the Texas Law Review , Georgetown Law Journal , and Yale Journal on Regulation . Levitin has not been explicitly mentioned as receiving formal scientific awards in the provided texts, but his high citation count and SSRN rankings indicate significant scholarly impact. He has collaborated with prominent legal scholars such as Susan M. Wachter, William W. Bratton, and Tara Twomey. While no formal advising relationships or grants are detailed in the text, his role as a leading academic in financial law suggests active mentorship and research leadership. His affiliation with Georgetown Law Center includes contributions to public policy debates, particularly through testimony and regulatory commentary. Levitin is actively engaged in shaping modern financial regulation, with recent work addressing digital currencies, municipal insolvency, and the integrity of consumer contracts. His scholarship continues to influence both academic discourse and regulatory practice in the United States.

Cameron NeylonView profile

Professor

• Open Access
• Scholarly Communication
• Research Policy
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Professor Cameron Neylon is a leading academic in the field of Research Communication at Curtin University’s Centre for Culture and Technology . With an international reputation as an Open Access activist and scholarly communication strategist , he combines empirical science expertise with systemic change advocacy. His work spans open data , research policy , and digital scholarship , advising global institutions and governments. 2012–2015 : Advocacy Director, Public Library of Science (PLOS) 2005–2012 : Senior Scientist, ISIS Neutron Scattering Facility, UK 2001–2009 : Lecturer in Combinatorial Chemistry, University of Southampton Neylon’s research focuses on the intersection of systems theory , design methodologies , and open science . He explores how digital networks and open practices can reshape knowledge creation , research metrics , and institutional policy . His recent projects include Curtin’s New Models of Publishing and global open access performance analysis . His publications since 2012 emphasize open science infrastructure , data integrity , and equitable research systems . Articles like Open Access Research Outputs Receive More Diverse Citations (2024) and A User-Friendly Dashboard for Tracking Global Open Access Performance (2023) reflect his commitment to measurable, inclusive scholarly systems. 2012 : Fellow of the Open Forum Academy 2010 : SPARC Innovator Award for Panton Principles 2010 : Blue Obelisk for Open Data Contributions Neylon has held leadership roles in organizations such as Crossref and ImpactStory , and currently serves on the Future of Research Communication and E-scholarship board. His work integrates neutron scattering , bioinformatics , and policy design to address systemic challenges in academic practice.

Steven GallagherView profile

Professor

• Law and Technology
• Art, Antiquities, Cultural Heritage and the Law
• Legal History
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Steven Gallagher is a Professor of Practice in Law (by courtesy) and Associate Dean (Academic & Student Affairs) at the Faculty of Law, The Chinese University of Hong Kong . His work bridges Law and Technology , Art and Cultural Heritage Law , Legal History , and Superhero Films in Legal Education . Education: LL.B. (First Class), University of Wolverhampton LL.M. Barrister (Gray’s Inn) Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education Gallagher’s research examines the intersection of property law with cultural heritage , digital technology , and Chinese customary law . His recent publications focus on NFTs , virtual teaching , and trust law reform . His academic work spans 10 books and over 100 articles , with trends in digital law , art law , and legal history . Notable awards include the CUHK LAW Teaching Excellence Award 2021-22 and the Vice-Chancellor’s Exemplary Teaching Award 2012 . Scientific Awards: CUHK LAW Teaching Excellence Award 2021-22 The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Vice-Chancellor’s Exemplary Teaching Award 2012 Gallagher has advised on 20 professional legal works , including Halsbury’s Laws of Hong Kong and Atkin’s Court Forms . He co-organized the 2nd Asian Regional Workshop on Underwater Cultural Heritage (2022) and leads initiatives in asynchronous legal education .

• Scholarly Communication
• Open Research
• Research Evaluation
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Lai Ma is Associate Professor at the School of Information and Communication Studies, University College Dublin (UCD), where she also serves as Director of Research (2022–2025) and previously directed the MLIS and GradDipLIS programmes. She holds a PhD in Information Science from Indiana University Bloomington and a BSc(Econ) from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Her work bridges philosophy, information science, and science policy. PhD, Information Science, Indiana University Bloomington MLIS, Indiana University Bloomington BSc(Econ), The Chinese University of Hong Kong Her research centers on the epistemology of information and knowledge production, with a focus on open research, scholarly communication, research evaluation, and research infrastructure. Influenced by critical social theory, philosophy of language, and STS, she investigates issues of epistemic injustice, bibliodiversity, and the political economy of academic publishing. A major theme is the critique of metrics and platformisation in research. Her recent publications reveal a strong trend toward analyzing the structural inequalities in global knowledge production, especially through the lens of open access models, citation practices, and research assessment. She critically examines how commercial interests and dominant platforms shape what counts as knowledge, often marginalizing voices from the global periphery. Best Paper Meta Reviewer Award Teaching Excellence Award Best Paper Reviewer Award Lai Ma leads the ERC Consolidator Grant project Sustainable and Collaborative Research Information for Bibliodiverse Ecosystems (SCRiBe) (2025–2030) and has secured other grants on open research culture. She actively mentors PhD students and has coordinated key modules such as Digital Libraries , Scholarly Communication , and Research and Practice in LIS . She serves on editorial boards and review panels for major journals and funding bodies, and has held leadership roles in ASIS&T and the Library Association of Ireland. She is affiliated with the UCD Geary Institute for Public Policy and contributes to policy discussions on research evaluation, ethics, and open science. Her work emphasizes the need for community-governed, equitable, and sustainable research infrastructures.

Hanlin LiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Social Computing
• Data Governance
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Hanlin Li is an Assistant Professor at the School of Information , University of Texas at Austin . She holds a Ph.D. in Technology and Social Behavior from Northwestern University (2022). Her research focuses on the intersection of data governance and human-computer interaction, analyzing societal and economic impacts of public-generated data. Education : Ph.D. in Technology and Social Behavior (2022), Northwestern University Li’s work addresses policy interventions for responsible data collection, examining topics like data labor, monetization, and collective action. She emphasizes cross-platform dynamics and economic incentives in AI systems. Her publications appear in top venues such as ACM CHI, ACM CSCW, ACM FAccT, and ICWSM, with media coverage in NY Times , MIT Technology Review , and Bloomberg . Recent research trends include: 2025 : Algorithmic collective action frameworks at NeurIPS 2024 : Data governance practices at NeurIPS 2023 : Data labor empowerment in ACM FAccT 2022 : Platform moderation economics Scientific Recognition : Best Paper Honorable Mention at ICWSM’22 Li teaches Responsible Data Management and Data and Society courses, exploring intersections of technology, ethics, and policy. She advocates for equitable data economies through white papers and collaborations with institutions like the Berggruen Institute and Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis .

Christopher GoldenView profile

Associate Professor

• Climate-smart Public Health
• Climate Change and Fisheries Management
• Ocean Governance
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Christopher Golden serves as the Bruce A. Beal, Robert L. Beal and Alexander S. Beal Associate Professor of Nutrition and Planetary Health within the School of Public Health. His academic appointment bridges environmental science and public health through rigorous interdisciplinary research focused on planetary health challenges. Golden's research program centers on two interconnected domains: (1) developing data-driven systems for climate-smart public health that integrate satellite-based environmental monitoring with disease surveillance networks; and (2) analyzing the complex relationships between climate change, ocean governance, fisheries management, and nutritional outcomes in coastal communities globally. His fieldwork prominently features Madagascar and Kiribati, addressing food security challenges in vulnerable island nations through community-engaged approaches. Key methodological innovations include applying remote sensing data to predict micronutrient deficiencies and modeling climate-fisheries-nutrition pathways. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals consistent emphasis on blue food systems' contributions to global nutrition security, with particular attention to micronutrient adequacy in small island developing states, climate resilience strategies for fisheries, and innovative applications of satellite data in public health. Recurring themes include governance frameworks for sustainable aquatic food systems, methylmercury exposure risks in global seafood trade, and the role of coral reef conservation in human nutrition. His work demonstrates strong methodological diversity spanning epidemiological studies, remote sensing validation, and policy analysis.

Robb W LindgrenView profile

Professor

• Embodied Learning
• Educational Technology
• Mixed Reality Simulations
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Robb W Lindgren is a Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with appointments in Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Psychology . He serves as Associate Dean for Research in the College of Education and holds affiliations with the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) , Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology , and Center for Social & Behavioral Science . His research focuses on Embodied learning through gesture and physical interaction Design of mixed/augmented reality educational systems Collaborative STEM education with immersive technologies Recent publications highlight his work in: Biochemistry simulations using haptic feedback (2024) VR-based spatial reasoning for astronomy education (2023) Metaverse learning environments with theory-driven design (2023) Climate change simulations with full-body tracking (2022) His research group explores how physical movement and gestural interfaces shape scientific understanding and conceptual change. Key collaborations include work with Jee Hyang Park , Jun Kang , and Thomas Kim , focusing on Gesture-mediated collaboration XR learning analytics Agency in embodied design

Rosa I. ArriagaView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• mHealth
• User-Centered Design
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Rosa I. Arriaga is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Graduate Studies at the School of Interactive Computing , Georgia Institute of Technology. As director of the Ubicomp Health and Wellness Lab , she pioneers technology solutions for chronic disease management and mental health support through human-computer interaction principles. NSF grant recipient for PTSD treatment systems ReplicCHI award winner Google Scholar profile: https://scholar.google.com Her research bridges mHealth systems with behavioral intervention frameworks, creating scalable solutions for asthma management , diabetes care , and autism support . With over 140 publications, her work emphasizes user-centered design and real-world implementation challenges. Recent publications demonstrate growing focus on AI integration in mental health, including synthetic therapy datasets and explainable AI frameworks. Her administrative work involves improving graduate student wellness programs and career navigation structures. NSF Grant : $1.2M for PTSD treatment systems ReplicCHI Award : Methodological validation of asthma SMS interventions Academic Leadership : Graduate Affairs policy frameworks Arriaga's lab explores medical making practices, particularly during pandemic responses, and develops ubiquitous computing solutions for low-resource settings . She teaches user experience design through Georgia Tech's Coursera platform, which has reached over 50,000 learners globally.

• Sanitation Planning
• Wastewater Management
• Sustainable Urban Development
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Jennifer R Mc Conville is a researcher at Chalmers University of Technology's Department of Urban Design and Planning. Her work focuses on sustainable sanitation systems, particularly in developing countries, with extensive research on wastewater management, community-based approaches, and resource recovery. Key affiliations: Formas-funded projects (2012–2020) Geographic focus: Bolivia, West Africa, Sweden Methodologies: Gamification, participatory planning, regime analysis Research interests include: Sanitation planning frameworks Decentralized wastewater systems Equity in urban-rural transitions Policy implementation barriers Recent publications analyze: Circular economy in sanitation Decision-support tools Community-managed infrastructure Role-playing in engineering education

Edgar PieterseView profile

Professor

• Urban Studies
• Sustainable Urban Infrastructure
• Urban Governance
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Professor Edgar Pieterse is the founding director of the African Centre for Cities (ACC) at the University of Cape Town, based in the Environmental & Geographical Science Building on Upper Campus. His work is enriched through active global engagements with Bauhaus der Erde (Berlin), Club of Rome, 10X100 Forum, Robert Bosch Stiftung's Science Circle (Stuttgart), Indian Institute for Human Settlements (Bangalore), Pathways to Sustainability (Utrecht University), UNITAC-Hamburg, and UCLG's Ubuntu Board (Barcelona). His research explores urban imaginaries, alternative futures, sustainable infrastructure, place-making, public cultures, responsive design, and adaptive governance. Focusing on climate change, inequality, informality, governance, and technology in African and Global South urban contexts, he develops radical yet grounded urban futures through experimental practices in doing, organizing, regulating, and social narration. His conceptual framework integrates critical urban theory, open systems approaches, design-based methods, technological intermediation, and aesthetics. Recent publications (2020-2023) demonstrate concentrated expertise in sustainable urban infrastructure transitions, climate-resilient cities, and urban equity frameworks. Key thematic clusters include the politics of urban legibility, mainstreaming sustainable investment models, reframing African urbanism, and situated innovation practices. His work consistently bridges theoretical rigor with actionable pathways for just urban transitions, emphasizing context-specific solutions for African cities facing systemic emergencies. No scientific awards or fellowships were mentioned in the provided text. Professor Pieterse supervises doctoral and post-doctoral candidates while leading transformative educational initiatives including the African Mayoral Leadership Initiative (AMALI), MPhil in Southern Urbanism, and MA in Sustainable Urban Practice. His projects portfolio features the Integrated Urban Development Framework for SA, Coalition for Urban Transitions, REframe Conversation Series, and #NextGenCities, supported by partnerships with the Presidential Climate Commission, Cities Support Programme, and World Bank. Through the Cityscapes platform co-curated with Tau Tavengwa, he produces boundary-pushing exhibitions and the podcast 'The City Show,' with upcoming 2024 projects including decentralized urban complexity installations and the 'Museum for the City.' His leadership of the African Centre for Cities fosters collaborative ecosystems through Urban Academy and ReBuilt Cape Town initiatives.

Neha LallView profile

Professor

• Externships and Experiential Learning
• Professional Identity Formation
• Gender-Based Violence
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Neha Lall serves as Professor of the Practice and Director of Externships at the University of Baltimore School of Law, where she has pioneered one of the nation's largest paid legal externship programs since joining the faculty in 2019. Her leadership focuses on eliminating financial barriers for students pursuing public service careers through compensated field placements and bar exam stipends, directly addressing systemic inequities in legal education. Her academic credentials include: J.D. from the University of Michigan School of Law B.A. from the University of Michigan Professor Lall's research examines critical intersections of experiential learning, professional identity development, and social justice. She investigates how paid externships transform student access to public interest law careers while advancing scholarship on gender-based violence and housing law. Her empirical approach bridges classroom theory with real-world legal practice, emphasizing student empowerment through compensated professional experiences. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a cohesive scholarly trajectory centered on institutionalizing paid externships nationwide. Through surveys, empirical studies, and policy advocacy, she documents the accelerating shift toward compensated field placements while critiquing federal and institutional failures to support equitable legal training. Her work consistently links compensation structures to professional identity formation and long-term career sustainability in public service law. Her contributions have earned significant recognition: 2025 Emerging Leader Award from AALS Externships Committee University of Baltimore James May Faculty Award (2022) Chicago Bar Association Alliance for Women Founder’s Award (2018) Bellow Scholars Program selection by AALS Clinical Section In her administrative role, Professor Lall oversees comprehensive externship placement systems serving hundreds of students annually while managing the bar stipend program that provides critical financial support during licensure preparation. Her strategic partnerships with legal organizations expand access to public service careers and promote demographic diversity within the profession. As co-Vice President of the Clinical Legal Education Association, she leads national initiatives through the Externship Committee, Membership Committee, and Faculty Equity and Inclusion Committee. Her collaborative work shapes best practices for experiential education and advances policy reforms that strengthen externship frameworks across American law schools.

Lisa JackView profile

Professor

• Accounting
• Food Industry
• Fraud Detection
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Professor Lisa Jack is a Professor of Accounting at the University of Portsmouth, based in the Faculty of Business and Law and the Portsmouth Business School. She is affiliated with the School of Accounting, Economics and Finance, and active in research centers including the Centre for Cybercrime and Economic Crime and the Future of Law, Innovation and Technology Research Centre. Formerly President of the British Accounting and Finance Association (2015-2020), her work focuses on accounting practices in the agri-food industry, food fraud, and performance measurement in supply chains. Her career spans auditing, professional accountancy education, and research. She holds a PhD and has been at the University of Portsmouth since 2009. Her research integrates social theory with accounting studies, emphasizing critical-interpretative approaches. She has authored books like Accounting and Social Theory: An Introduction and serves on editorial boards of journals such as the British Accounting Review and Accounting, Auditing and Accountability Journal . Key research themes include fraud in food systems, sustainable supply chains, and the role of accounting in organizational communication. She has led projects on retail returns, circular economy, and food fraud mitigation, collaborating with major retailers and policymakers. Her work is frequently cited in policy reports and media, including BBC and Channel 4 documentaries. Awards and recognitions include editorial roles and panel memberships, though specific prizes are not explicitly detailed. She actively supervises PhD students in areas like food safety governance, lean retail environments, and organic supply chain fraud. Her research also addresses broader societal issues such as food deserts and waste reduction.