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Martin CartwrightView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Health Psychology
• Telehealth
• Health Services Research
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Dr. Martin Cartwright is a Chartered Psychologist and Senior Lecturer at City St George's, University of London, where he serves as Programme Director for the MSc Health Psychology / Psychology & Health and MSc in Health Services Research. He joined City University (now City St George's) in November 2010 after working at University College London. His academic journey includes a PhD from King's College London, an MSc in Health Psychology, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, all from Staffordshire University. Dr. Cartwright's research focuses on self-management of long-term conditions (heart failure, diabetes, COPD), quality of life assessment, technology for health (telehealth, telecare, mobile apps), help-seeking behavior, and screening behavior. His methodological approach spans quantitative, qualitative, and systematic review methods. His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on digital health interventions, particularly for children with developmental language disorders, diabetic retinopathy screening, and patient deterioration recognition systems. His work shows a clear trajectory toward developing and evaluating complex healthcare interventions that integrate technology with clinical practice. Clinical Doctoral Research Fellow, National Institute of Health Research (2019-present) Member, British Psychological Society Board of Scholars, British Journal of Health Psychology As an educator, Dr. Cartwright leads multiple modules including HRM004 Developing Complex Interventions and PHM004 Social Determinants of Health, and lectures on research methods, epidemiology, and advanced statistics. He chairs the Programme Committee and Staff-Student Liaison Committee for the Health Services Research & Management cluster. His supervision of PhD students spans topics including autism interventions, vocabulary development for children with language disorders, and tools for assessing midwives' clinical skills. His research often involves collaborations with NHS trusts and other academic institutions, particularly evident in his work on diabetic retinopathy screening with the EROS Study Group.

Laurent BlancView profile

Lecturer

• Structural Mechanics
• Dynamics of Rotating Machines
• Fluid-Structure Interaction
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Laurent Blanc is a Lecturer in the Department of Solid Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil Engineering (MSGMGC) at École Centrale de Lyon, affiliated with the Laboratory of Tribology and System Dynamics (LTDS, UMR CNRS 5513). He has been active in dynamics of rotating machines and structural mechanics from 2018–2022 as an ECL manager for the FP7 ARIAS project and 2008–2012 for the H2020 FUTURE project. Supervised 9 doctoral theses (defended) and 3 ongoing Developed English-language training programs for aeronautics/space masters Lead innovation initiatives (Centrale Lyon Innovation Camp, CLIC) for 400 students Created/transformed 3 training actions on rotating machines Coordinated student projects (1st year General Engineering cycle) Head of Vibration Teaching Team (2011–2014) Research interests span structural mechanics, fluid-structure interaction, vibration analysis, and nonlinear dynamics in turbomachinery. His 15 most recent publications (2021–2025) focus on: Whirl flutter stability in propellers and wings Labyrinth seal modeling and stability analysis Mistuned blisk vibrations and damping UHBR turbofan experimental/computational validation Fretting-wear effects on friction interfaces

Hannes WinnerView profile

Professor

• Public Finance
• Health Economics
• Microeconometrics
• +3 more

Hannes Winner is a Professor of Economics at the Department of Economics, University of Salzburg. He also serves as a Consultant at the Austrian Institute of Economic Research (WIFO) in Vienna and as a Research Fellow at the Oxford University Center for Business Taxation (CBT, Saïd Business School) in Oxford, UK. His academic career spans over two decades with 160 publications to his name. Winner's research focuses on Public Finance, Health Economics, and Microeconometrics . His work bridges theoretical economic principles with practical applications in taxation, healthcare systems, and sports economics. He has made significant contributions to understanding profit shifting by multinational firms, the economic impacts of sports mega-events, and pandemic response strategies. His research methodology combines rigorous econometric analysis with real-world policy implications. His publication portfolio shows a clear evolution from traditional public finance topics toward more interdisciplinary research, particularly at the intersection of economics, health, and sports. Recent work demonstrates increasing focus on sustainability issues, behavioral economics, and digitalization impacts. Kurt Zopf Förderpreis 2019 (awarded November 2020) Kurt Zopf Förderpreis 2024 Winner actively participates in academic governance as a member of various committees including PhD examination boards and program committees for major economic conferences. He serves as an external examiner for PhD committees and regularly reviews for journals including Review of International Economics. His third mission activities include co-editing the economics blog in "Die Presse" titled "The Economic View" which connects academic research with public discourse. He leads and participates in multiple research projects, including the Wagner Foundation Endowed Professorship in Behavioral Economics and Digitalization (2021-2025) and research on Patent Transfers and Profit Shifting of Multinational Firms (2018-2022). His work demonstrates strong connections between academic research and practical economic policy applications.

Ahmet ESKİCUMALIView profile

Professor

• Educational Sociology
• Curriculum Development
• Social Change and Education
• +7 more

Prof. Dr. Ahmet ESKİCUMALI is a distinguished faculty member at Sakarya University's Faculty of Communication, Department of New Media and Communication. With a long-standing academic career dating back to 1995 when he joined as an Assistant Professor, he has progressed to his current position as Professor. His academic journey began with education at Gazi University's Faculty of Education followed by advanced studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he earned his doctorate with a thesis on "Education and Ideology: The Reconstruction of Turkish Curriculum For Social and Cultural Change: 1923-1946". His research interests span Educational Sociology, Curriculum Development, Social Change and Education, Communication Studies, New Media, Teacher Education, Educational Policy, and Digital Literacy. His scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of education, social transformation, and media. He has supervised numerous master's theses across various educational topics and has been actively involved in research projects related to educational quality, teacher training, and curriculum development. His recent publications reveal an evolving research trajectory that has increasingly incorporated digital media and communication technologies, with significant work on topics such as social media's impact on society, digital literacy, and the transformation of cultural practices in the network society. His 2021 article "Kitle Toplumundan Ağ Toplumuna Taraftarlık Altkültürünün Değişim Pratikleri: Fenerbahçe Tribünü" exemplifies his interest in social change through media, while his 2023 work on digital literacy following the February earthquake shows his responsiveness to contemporary societal challenges. Professor ESKİCUMALI has been actively teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses, including "Education's Social and Cultural Dimensions," "Curriculum Development in Education," and "Turkish Educational History." His academic contributions extend beyond teaching and research to include significant involvement in educational projects and academic service at Sakarya University.

Birgit SchlachterView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Literary Didactics
• Children's and Youth Literature
• Serial Storytelling
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Birgit Schlachter serves as Senior Academic Councillor at Weingarten University of Education, where she has held progressively senior positions since 2012, culminating in her 2017 appointment to Senior Academic Councillor and completion of her habilitation in 2020. Her academic foundation includes a doctorate from University of Freiburg (2004) focusing on second-generation Shoah literature and dual state examinations for German and French secondary teaching. Her research centers on literary understanding processes, particularly through her leadership in the PAuLi (Perspective and Tasks in Literature Teaching) project—a multi-year design research initiative developing perspective-understanding frameworks for literature classrooms. She has pioneered work on serial storytelling didactics, examining how book and television series function pedagogically across primary and secondary education levels. Her scholarship bridges theoretical literary analysis with practical classroom applications, especially regarding children's and youth literature reception. Dr. Schlachter's scientific recognition includes fellowships from prestigious foundations including the German Academic Scholarship Foundation and Friedrich Naumann Foundation. Her current research extends into designing literacy development modules for teacher training, particularly through the 'Starke Basis!' project focused on fostering independent reading habits. She actively contributes to academic governance as treasurer of Symposion Deutschdidaktik e.V. and serves as module representative for multiple German teacher education programs. Senior Academic Councillor since 2017 Habilitation completed 2020 (Venia legendi for German language/literature didactics) PAuLi research project co-lead since 2020s Design Research methodology specialist

• Educational Technology
• Digital Learning
• Media Education
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Dr. Ilona Cwielong is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at RWTH Aachen University within the Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences. She leads the Teaching and Research Area for Learning Technologies (Informatik 9), focusing on digital media's role in educational transformation and learning processes. Her research centers on educational technology and digital learning, with particular emphasis on YouTube-based explanatory videos for student performance optimization, data literacy in scientific contexts, and digital competence frameworks. She investigates recognition dynamics in digital spaces—especially among children—and explores human-algorithm interactions in creative processes. Her work bridges computer science, pedagogy, and social sciences to address media socialization and digital identity formation. Analysis of her publications (2013-2021) reveals consistent focus on digital learning environments, with increasing attention to learning analytics, interdisciplinary competence models, and ethical implications of digital media. Key trends include the integration of explanatory video platforms into school contexts, transformation of recognition processes in digital spaces, and development of the Aachen Digital Competence Model. Dr. Cwielong directs the Learning Technologies research group at RWTH Aachen, which develops and evaluates innovative educational technologies through interdisciplinary collaboration between computer scientists, educators, and social scientists.

• Renewable Energy
• Wind Turbine Engineering
• Fluid Dynamics
• +3 more

Dr. Yan He is a Research Fellow at the School of Engineering , Cardiff University , focusing on renewable energy systems and wind turbine optimization. Their work bridges advanced computational modeling with practical energy solutions. Education: PhD in Electrical Engineering (2016), Cardiff University Research Interests span wind turbine aerodynamics, wake modeling, machine learning for energy systems, and fatigue analysis in wind farms. They develop innovative frameworks for offshore wind farm layout optimization and yaw control strategies to enhance efficiency while reducing structural loads. Publications highlight expertise in floating offshore wind turbines , yaw misalignment mitigation , and rotating stall dynamics , combining theoretical models with experimental validation. Their recent work integrates generative adversarial networks and convolutional neural networks for wind farm power prediction. Labs & Teams include collaborations with Cardiff's renewable energy research units, utilizing wind tunnel experiments and computational simulations to advance turbine design and control systems.

• Civil Engineering
• Material Science
• Sustainable Infrastructure
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Fan Zhang is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Civil Engineering at Aalto University, specializing in asphalt technology and sustainable road materials. Their work focuses on integrating industrial by-products into pavement systems and applying machine learning for material property prediction. Affiliation: Aalto University, Finland Research Group: Mineral Based Materials and Mechanics Zhang's research spans asphalt recycling, self-healing materials, and environmentally conscious pavement design. Key areas include rejuvenator application, fiber reinforcement, and microwave-based winter maintenance solutions. Zhang's publications emphasize asphalt mixture performance under aging, recycling optimization, and sustainable material synthesis. Recent works explore explainable machine learning for rheological predictions and environmental evaluations of waste-containing mixtures. Collaborations include research teams across Europe, with frequent co-authorship alongside Augusto Cannone Falchetto and Di Wang.

• Media Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Journalism
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Dr. Rob Leurs is an Assistant Professor in Media and Performance Studies at the Department of Media and Culture Studies, Utrecht University. Affiliated with the Research Institute for Cultural Inquiry (ICON), he has been researching and lecturing since 2007. His academic profile spans media studies, cultural analysis, and journalism research with a particular focus on discourse and representation. Position: Assistant Professor Department: Media and Performance Studies Institution: Utrecht University Affiliation: Research Institute for Cultural Inquiry (ICON) Leurs' research focuses on genocide trials and discursive media constructions of public opinion, particularly regarding morality. His work employs discourse analytical approaches to examine how journalists, victims, and perpetrators interact to shape media narratives around international legal proceedings. His methodological expertise includes qualitative research methods and discourse analysis within media contexts. His scholarly activities demonstrate consistent engagement with media theory, including research on narrative complexity in TV drama, genre studies, and the social construction of meaning in news production. Leurs has developed a distinctive approach that examines the 'social circulation of meaning' in journalism, contrasting traditional industrial perspectives with cultural approaches to news production. Genocide trials and media representation Discursive constructions of public opinion Media morality frameworks Qualitative discourse analysis Comparative media studies Leurs serves on academic committees including the Examinations Board and has been a former member of the Board of Studies. His teaching encompasses media theory, research methods, and cultural analysis with consistent engagement in educational quality assurance processes. His research output demonstrates a strong focus on the intersection of media, law, and public discourse, particularly through comparative case studies of genocide trials in Cambodia, Iraq/The Netherlands, and Rwanda.

• Religious Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Islamic Studies
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Camila Arêas is a researcher affiliated with the Center for Communication and Culture Studies (CECC) and the Center for Research in Theology and Religious Studies (CITER) . Her work spans interdisciplinary domains, focusing on the intersection of religion, culture, and political discourse. PhD in an unspecified field Her research explores: Transnational circulation of religious beliefs , particularly neo-Pentecostalism between Brazil and Portugal Material culture in evangelical contexts, such as the role of 'faitiches' (fetishes) in Brazilian churches in Lisbon Public theology and its applications during global crises like pandemics Post-secular societies and theological-political discourses Media representations , including Cuban cinema during post-independence periods Her recent publications emphasize transnational religious practices , cultural hybridity , and performative discourses , with projects extending to intercultural living practices and theological archaeology. She has supervised several student projects since 2014, including studies on: Digital fan communities (Wattpad fanfiction) Military representation on Twitter Cultural hybridity in Louis Vuitton Foundation architecture Online gaming solidarity networks (Twitch streaming) Her research collaborations include institutions in Portugal and Spain , with a focus on theology, semiotics, and cultural analysis.

• Nonlinear Optics
• Laser Physics
• Fiber Optics
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Dr. Julius Vengelis is an Associate Professor and Senior Researcher at the Laser Research Center (LRC) of Vilnius University. His work focuses on nonlinear optics , laser physics , and photonic crystal fiber characterization with applications in femtosecond laser systems and optical parametric amplification . Lead 3 major research projects (2023-2026, 2024-2025, 2020-2023) Developed novel methods for nonlinear refractive index estimation and periodic poling quality evaluation Supervisor of 1 doctoral student and over 10 bachelor/master theses Research Themes include: Optical parametric generators/amplifiers for subnanosecond pulses Continuum generation in photonic crystal fibers FROG/XFROG pulse characterization techniques High-power Yb-fiber laser systems and FCPA technology Scientific Recognition : Vice-Chairperson of Lithuanian Academy of Sciences Young Academy (2025-2026) Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting participant (2021, 2024) Recipient of SPIE travel grants and EUCALL scholarships Active in thesis defense committees and Optica award evaluation

Andrew FloryView profile

Professor

• American Popular Music
• Motown
• Rock Music
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Andrew Flory is a Professor of Music at Carleton College since 2011, specializing in American popular music post-1945. His research bridges critical race studies, popular music studies, and empirical archival methods. PhD and MA from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill B.A. from City College of New York Flory’s research centers on Motown Records, corporate agency in music, and audio production innovations. He has served as a consultant and reissue producer for Universal Records and Motown, analyzing multi-track archives to study artists like Marvin Gaye. His publications include the book I Hear a Symphony: Motown and Crossover R&B (2017) and co-authorship of the textbook What’s That Sound (2012, 2015, 2018). His recent work explores distortion, prepared piano, and electronic experimentalists in American music innovation. Teaching at Carleton includes introductory courses on rock, R&B, and jazz, emphasizing critical listening, source analysis, and writing. He also leads advanced seminars on the Beatles, Motown, and jazz reception, focusing on original research projects using primary materials. Flory developed Carleton’s college electro-acoustic lab and teaches the hybrid performance/academic course Rocklab , combining rock music history with hands-on performance and recording for non-majors.

Dennis JansenView profile

Professor

• Game Studies
• Digital Culture
• Critical Theory
• +3 more

Dennis Jansen is a Professor at Utrecht University, specializing in game studies, digital culture, and critical theory. He actively contributes to research on the intersections of gaming, military simulations, and neoliberal academic structures. Jansen has co-authored key publications on topics like ludification, fan studies, and the material turn in game research, while frequently participating in academic symposia such as the Dutch DiGRA Symposium 2025. Research Interests : Jansen’s work explores the ludification of warfare, digital materialism, and the philosophical implications of game design. He critically examines how games engage with race, embodiment, and environmental themes, often using The Elder Scrolls series as a case study. His scholarship bridges technology, culture, and ethics, addressing the mobilization of play in societal contexts. Publications & Trends : His recent articles focus on the neoliberalization of academia, military-academic-entertainment complexes, and the ethics of fan archives. Earlier work delves into interactive narratives, cyborg theory, and digital sustainability. These publications reflect a consistent engagement with critical game theory and cultural analysis.

• Digital Communication
• Public Relations
• Digital Game Studies
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Özge Uğurlu is an Associate Professor and Department Head of Public Relations and Publicity at Uskudar University's Faculty of Communication. With a doctorate from Gazi University completed in 2008, she has established herself as a prominent scholar in digital communication, public relations, and digital game studies. Her academic career spans from her initial appointment as a PhD Lecturer at Maltepe University in 2009 to her current leadership role at Uskudar University since 2022. Dr. Uğurlu maintains an active research profile with numerous publications and significant academic contributions in her fields of expertise. Dr. Uğurlu's academic journey demonstrates a strong foundation in communication studies: Licence from Gazi University (2001) Degree from Gazi University (2003) Doctorate from Gazi University (2008) Dr. Uğurlu's research primarily focuses on the intersection of digital technologies and communication practices. Her work explores how digital platforms reshape public relations strategies, consumer behavior, and social interactions. She has made significant contributions to understanding digital game studies, particularly examining gaming culture, player experiences, and the social implications of gaming platforms. Her scholarship demonstrates particular interest in gender representations in digital spaces, analyzing how traditional feminine roles are reproduced or challenged on social media platforms. She also investigates storytelling techniques in digital environments, especially within sports communication contexts, examining how major football clubs construct narratives through their digital presence. Analysis of Dr. Uğurlu's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the evolving relationship between digital technologies and communication practices. Her work shows increasing attention to gaming culture and platforms, with numerous studies examining Twitch streaming, game console marketing, and virtual identity formation. There's a clear trajectory toward examining gender dynamics in digital spaces, with multiple publications analyzing feminine representations across social media and gaming environments. Her research also demonstrates strong methodological diversity, employing critical discourse analysis, multimodal analysis, and qualitative approaches to investigate digital communication phenomena. While specific awards aren't detailed in the available information, Dr. Uğurlu's scholarly impact is evidenced by her citation metrics: 233 citations, an h-index of 7, and an i10-index of 6. These metrics indicate her work has gained recognition within academic circles, particularly in Turkish and international communication studies. Dr. Uğurlu has supervised six postgraduate theses covering diverse topics from political marketing to digital transformation in publishing industries. Her academic leadership extends to editorial roles, serving as editor for four publications including “Oyunların Dijital Hali” (2021-2022) and “Akademik Bakışla Beşiktaş JK” (2023). She has been actively involved in numerous academic committees and administrative roles, including Department/Program National Accreditation Working Group and Central Executive Board Membership. Her conference participation is extensive, with 23 recorded presentations between 2018-2025, demonstrating ongoing engagement with the academic community. Dr. Uğurlu leads the Public Relations and Publicity department at Uskudar University, directing academic programs and research initiatives. Her administrative activities include coordinating social projects (2023) and serving on the Advertising and Consumer Research Working Group (2024). She has developed innovative teaching approaches, implementing gamification in communication education as evidenced by her 2020 conference presentation on evaluating the ‘Public Relations Campaigns’ course through gamification design.

Florent DomineView profile

Professor

• Snow physics
• Permafrost thermal regime
• Arctic climate
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Florent Domine serves as a Senior Scientist (Directeur de Recherche) at the International Research Laboratory Takuvik (CNRS / ULaval), affiliated with Université Laval's Faculty of Science, Department of Biology. His research spans over three decades with continuous appointments at CNRS and collaborations across North America and Europe. He maintains an active research program focused on snow physics and Arctic climate systems. His educational background includes a Ph.D. in Organic Geochemistry from the University of Paris (1987), M.Sc. in Chemical Physics (1983), and B.Sc. in Earth Sciences (1980), following studies at Ecole Normale Supérieure (1979-1983). His postdoctoral work in Atmospheric Chemistry at NOAA in Boulder, Colorado (1987-1990) established his research trajectory in environmental systems. Domine's research centers on snow physics, particularly snow specific surface area (SSA) measurements and their role in Earth's energy budget. His work explores complex interactions between snow, vegetation, permafrost, and climate, with significant contributions to understanding how shrubs affect snow thermal properties and permafrost stability. His snow chemistry research investigates light-absorbing impurities and their photochemical effects on atmospheric composition. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on Arctic climate change impacts, particularly examining snow-vegetation-permafrost feedbacks and the effects of warming on snowpack properties. His work often combines field measurements with modeling approaches, emphasizing the importance of accurate snow parameterization in climate models. As a senior researcher at Takuvik, Domine leads collaborative projects involving international teams across multiple disciplines. His laboratory work has pioneered novel methods for measuring snow physical properties, with instrumentation now manufactured commercially. His research has important implications for understanding climate change impacts in polar regions and improving climate model accuracy.