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Rachel Hall-CliffordView profile

Associate Professor

• Global Health Ethics
• Accessible Healthcare for Marginalized Populations
• Health Systems Strengthening in Post-Genocide Contexts
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Rachel Hall-Clifford, PhD, MPH, MSc, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and the Center for the Study of Human Health at Emory University. Her work focuses on global health equity, particularly in marginalized populations and post-genocide contexts. She has conducted fieldwork in Guatemala for 15 years, addressing healthcare access and health systems strengthening. Dr. Hall-Clifford directs the NAPA-OT Field School in Guatemala and co-founded safe+natal, an initiative advancing equitable health solutions. She serves as President of the National Association for the Practice of Anthropology, advocating for applied anthropological practices. Her education includes a PhD in Anthropology from Boston University (2009), an MSc in Medical Anthropology from the University of Oxford (2002), and a BA in Anthropology from the University of the South (2001). Her research integrates medical anthropology with public health, emphasizing ethical fieldwork methodologies and co-design approaches in global health. Key research areas include childhood diarrheal disease management, maternal health in resource-limited settings, and AI-driven solutions for healthcare challenges. Her book Underbelly critiques power dynamics in global health through the lens of Guatemalan healthcare systems. Recent publications explore AI applications, mental health interventions for infertile couples, and equity in US healthcare systems. Dr. Hall-Clifford collaborates with NGOs and international partners to develop sustainable health technologies, such as mobile health (mHealth) systems for antenatal care. She emphasizes community-led approaches and ethical fieldwork practices, addressing issues like gender-based violence and human rights in global health contexts. Her work bridges academia and practice, with a focus on training future global health professionals through field schools and applied research initiatives. Current projects include leveraging international partnerships to enhance early childhood development and advancing equity in hospital systems through workforce training.

Amos WinterView profile

Professor

• Biomechanics
• Mechanical Design
• Global Development Engineering
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Professor Amos Winter is the Germeshausen Professor in Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He directs the K. Lisa Yang Global Engineering and Research (GEAR) Center, focusing on creating high-performance, low-cost technologies for emerging markets through interdisciplinary engineering science. His work spans water purification, prosthetics, agricultural systems, and transportation solutions. Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University (2003), S.M. and Ph.D. from MIT (2005, 2011) Labs: Founder and Director of MIT Mobility Lab (2007-2012), GEAR Center PI Winter’s research combines biologically-inspired design with mechanical and product development, emphasizing constraints-driven innovation. His projects include a solar-powered desalination system for rural India, the Leveraged Freedom Chair for off-road mobility, and smart drip irrigation systems for water-stressed regions. His publications analyze biomechanical interactions, adaptive robotics, and reverse innovation frameworks. Recent projects focus on time-variant desalination systems, low-pressure drip emitters, and energy-efficient agricultural technologies. These align with his expertise in mechanics, fluid dynamics, and cross-cultural technology transfer. Winter has received numerous honors including the 2025 Bose Award for Excellence in Teaching, the 2017 NSF CAREER Award, and the 2015 USAID Desal Prize. He was named to the TR35 list in 2013 and earned multiple design accolades for humanitarian technologies. As a co-founder of Global Research Innovation and Technology (GRIT), Winter bridges academic research with real-world implementation. He teaches Design and Manufacturing (2.007) and Global Engineering (2.76) at MIT, while advising startups and mentoring students through initiatives like the MIT Formula SAE Team.

• Ethnography of Education
• Actor-Network Theory
• Communities of Practice
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Professor Jonathan Tummons is a leading ethnographer of education at Durham University's School of Education. He holds roles as a Fellow of the Durham Research Methods Centre and the Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing. His research focuses on vocational learning, professional development, and higher education, employing Actor-Network Theory (ANT) and Communities of Practice (CoP) frameworks. Tummons has published extensively on education policy, professional expertise, and the intersection of material objects with learning processes. He serves as deputy editor of Ethnography and Education and organizes conferences like the Oxford Ethnography and Education event. His work has influenced UK policy bodies such as Ofsted and the OECD. Research Interests: Actor-Network Theory, Communities of Practice, Further/Higher Education, Professional Learning, Modes of Existence. He advises doctoral students on ethnographic methods and pedagogical innovation. Esteem Indicators: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Editorial Roles: Deputy Editor of Ethnography and Education , Associate Editor of Higher Education Research and Development External Roles: PhD Examiner at multiple universities (UK, Spain, Australia) Key Publications Include: Communities of Practice in Higher Education (2024) Exploring Communities of Practice in Further and Adult Education (2022) Ethnographies of Education for Social Justice (2025) Labs/Teams: Active in ethnographic research networks across universities and healthcare institutions.

Robert BlairView profile

Associate Professor

• International Intervention
• Statebuilding
• Security Sector Reform
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Robert Blair is the Arkadij Eisler Goldman Sachs Associate Professor of Political Science and International and Public Affairs at Brown University’s Watson Institute. His research focuses on international intervention, state authority consolidation after civil war, and democratic erosion. He directs the Civil Conflict and Democratic Erosion Lab and co-leads the Democratic Erosion Consortium, a multi-university initiative addressing democratic decline through research and policy engagement. Education: B.A. from Brown University, M.Sc. in Conflict Studies from Universidad de los Andes, Ph.D. in Political Science from Yale University. His work combines field experiments, quantitative methods, and policy analysis, supported by grants from the National Science Foundation, Folke Bernadotte Academy, and others. Research interests include rule of law, security institutions, conflict prediction, and post-conflict governance. He has conducted fieldwork in Colombia, Liberia, Uganda, Côte d'Ivoire, and the US. His book Peacekeeping, Policing, and the Rule of Law after Civil War (Cambridge, 2020) analyzes post-conflict statebuilding strategies. Teaching includes courses on African security, democratic erosion, and quantitative methods. Grants: NSF, International Growth Centre, Hewlett Foundation. Labs/Teams: Civil Conflict and Democratic Erosion Lab, Democratic Erosion Consortium. Professional roles include affiliations with USAID, UN Office of Rule of Law, and the CIA’s Political Instability Task Force.

• Social Media in Political Conflicts
• Human-Computer Interaction
• ICT for Social Activism
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Dr. Konstantin Aal is a researcher at the Department of Business Informatics and New Media within the Faculty of Information Systems and New Media at the University of Siegen, Germany. Having joined the university in 2012 after completing his studies in Business Informatics there, Dr. Aal has established himself as a prominent researcher at the intersection of technology, social activism, and human-computer interaction. Dr. Aal's educational background is rooted in Business Informatics at the University of Siegen, where he also completed his major dissertation on the social platform come_NET and its use by children as part of the come_IN project. His academic journey reflects a consistent focus on the social implications of technology. His research interests span several critical areas in contemporary socio-technical studies. Dr. Aal investigates how social media platforms are used in political conflicts and activism, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa region, with specific attention to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and content moderation practices. He also explores human-technology interaction in contexts of aging and dementia care, human-wildlife conflict, and the digital transformation of rural communities. His work consistently emphasizes participatory design approaches, ethical considerations in technology development, and the importance of cultural sensitivity in global technology deployments. Dr. Aal's publication record shows a strong trajectory of impactful research, with particular emphasis on understanding how marginalized communities appropriate technology for their needs. His recent work on the "PlurAIverse" concept expands design paradigms for artificial intelligence to be more inclusive and culturally sensitive, while his ethnographic work in conflict zones reveals critical insights about digital activism under surveillance. Member of the research team for iStoppFalls (fall prevention for elderly) Contributor to multiple EU-funded projects on digital inclusion and socio-informatics Active participant in the Socio-Informatics research program at the University of Siegen Dr. Aal's work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications, often developing technologies in close collaboration with community stakeholders. His approach emphasizes "grounded design" - developing technological solutions that emerge from deep understanding of local practices and needs.

Martha LincolnView profile

Associate Professor

• Medical Anthropology
• Cultural Politics of Public Health
• Biopolitics
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Martha Lincoln is an Associate Professor of Anthropology at San Francisco State University (SFSU), specializing in medical and cultural anthropology. She holds a Ph.D. from the CUNY Graduate Center and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at UC Berkeley’s Prevention Research Center. Her research focuses on the cultural politics of public health, biopolitics, and political economic impacts on healthcare systems, with extensive fieldwork in Vietnam since 2008. Key projects include studies on Vietnam’s healthcare stratification, urban cholera outbreaks, and alcohol use cultures, culminating in her 2021 book Epidemic Politics in Contemporary Vietnam . Her current U.S.-based research examines affective economies in medical crowdfunding for cancer, supported by the Marcus Award and NSF funding. Lincoln contributes frequently to public discourse on pandemics, publishing opinion pieces in Nature , The Atlantic , and CNN , and has been featured in national/international media like BBC and New York Times . She co-edits the Journal of Vietnamese Studies and advises M.A. students pursuing cultural/medical anthropology. Lincoln teaches courses including Medical Anthropology, STEM and Social Justice, and The Craft of Anthropological Writing. Her scholarly awards include the Marcus Early Career Research Award (2021) and NSF Scholars Award (2022). She advocates for public health memorialization and critiques U.S. pandemic response policies in high-impact essays.

Matthew P UngerView profile

Associate Professor

• Law and Society
• Criminal Accusation
• Social Theory
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Matthew P Unger is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Concordia University, Montreal. His research intersects socio-legal studies, sound studies, and cultural theory. He holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of Alberta and has conducted postdoctoral research there. His work focuses on legal beginnings through settler colonialism, biopolitics, and new materialism; sound and music subcultures; and the symbolic dynamics of extreme metal. He co-leads the Transgressive Sounds and Atmospheres initiative and has been supported by SSHRC and FRQ-SC grants. Educations: PhD in Sociology, University of Alberta (2006–2013) Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Alberta (2014–2016) Research Interests: His dual focus includes: 1) Socio-Legal Studies: colonial legal imaginaries, criminal accusation, and legal phenomenology. 2) Sound Studies: extreme metal subcultures, sonic atmospheres, and music’s role in constructing identity and meaning. He employs hermeneutic and phenomenological methods to explore how symbols shape social and legal judgments. Recent Article Trends: Recent work emphasizes colonial legal structures, environmental jurisprudence, and the interplay between sound/music and transgressive cultural practices. His scholarship bridges Continental philosophy, critical legal theory, and ethnographic research. Awards: Concordia University Research Award (Category A) Advising & Grants: Supervises students in criminology, socio-legal theory, metal studies, and sound studies. Active in securing interdisciplinary grants for collaborative research programs. Labs/Teams: Leads the Transgressive Sounds and Atmospheres project, fostering international dialogues on sonic and musical inquiry through curated soundscapes and textual analyses.

Diana VarelaView profile

Professor

• Biological Oceanography
• Biogeochemical Cycles
• Phytoplankton Physiology
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Dr. Diana Varela is a Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Advising at the University of Victoria, jointly affiliated with the School of Earth and Ocean Sciences and the Department of Biology. Her research program investigates marine primary productivity and nutrient cycling, with a focus on phytoplankton physiology and ecological responses to environmental changes in diverse oceanic regions. She holds a BSc from Universidad Nacional del Sur (Argentina), an MA from Boston University, and a PhD from the University of British Columbia. Dr. Varela's research examines phytoplankton utilization of nitrogen, silicon, and carbon in the context of climate change, particularly in polar ecosystems. Her work combines laboratory experiments with oceanographic fieldwork to understand biogeochemical cycles and diatom responses to stressors like ocean acidification and warming. Her publications reveal consistent themes in climate impacts on marine productivity, with recent work focusing on Arctic and Antarctic phytoplankton dynamics, silicon isotopic fractionation, and innovative methodologies for studying microbial communities. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary approaches spanning biogeochemistry, ecophysiology, and molecular ecology. Dr. Varela leads the Varela Lab, which provides research opportunities for graduate students and collaborators. Her team conducts field campaigns in challenging environments including Antarctic research stations.

Daniel AhadiView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Media Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Critical Race Theory
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Daniel Ahadi is a Senior Lecturer and Undergraduate Chair at the School of Communication, Simon Fraser University (SFU), and Acting Associate Director. He is also an affiliated faculty member at The Digital Democracies Institute. His research explores media representation, identity formation, and transnational diasporas, with a focus on post-colonial and critical race studies. Ahadi holds a PhD from SFU (2016), an MA from the University of Stockholm (2004), and a BA from SFU (2002). He teaches undergraduate courses such as CMNS 110 (Introduction to Communication Studies) and CMNS 362 (Evaluation Methods for Applied Communication Research), as well as graduate courses like CMNS 848 (Communication and Global Social Justice). His work includes co-editing The Handbook of Ethnic Media in Canada (2023) and presenting at major conferences, including IAMCR, MESA, and CCA. Research Interests: Media representation, post-colonial theory, critical race studies, queer theory, intersectionality, and qualitative research methods. Awards: 2023 Top Paper Award in the Media and Diaspora Working Group (IAMCR). Ahadi supervises PhD and MA students in areas like political communication and diasporic media, and his research often critiques academic methodologies and power dynamics in knowledge production.

Ashley D'AntonioView profile

Associate Professor

• Recreation Ecology
• Sustainable Recreation and Tourism
• Human Dimensions of Natural Resources
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Ashley D'Antonio is an Associate Professor and Associate Department Head in the Forest Ecosystems & Society department at Oregon State University's College of Forestry. Her research integrates recreation ecology, visitor behavior analysis, and protected area management using spatial methods like GPS tracking and social science approaches. Education includes a Ph.D. and M.S. in Human Dimensions of Ecosystem Science from Utah State University and a B.S. in Biology from Pennsylvania State University. Research focuses on sustainable recreation, human-environment interactions in parks, and visitor impact mitigation. Recent work examines weather impacts on visitation, trail degradation prediction, and pandemic effects on outdoor recreation behavior. Publications consistently address visitor movement modeling, recreation ecology, and protected area management using geospatial technologies. Trends show growing emphasis on machine learning applications, pandemic-related behavioral shifts, and interdisciplinary approaches combining ecological and social science methods. Advises graduate student Danielle Berger and teaches courses including Outdoor Recreation Management, Parks and Protected Area Management, and Sustainable Recreation Planning.

• Archaeological Science
• Forensic Archaeology
• Geophysical Survey
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Paul Cheetham serves as a Visiting Fellow at Bournemouth University, specializing in archaeological and forensic geophysics. His academic career spans over three decades since 1989, with significant contributions to both archaeological science and forensic investigations. He maintains active roles as a PhD supervisor and lecturer in archaeology-related disciplines. His research focuses on archaeological geophysics , forensic archaeology , and prehistoric/Roman archaeology , particularly examining late Iron Age and Romano-British settlements in Dorset. Key projects include the Durotriges Project (co-director), geophysical surveys at Lake Farm Roman fortress, Frampton Roman villa reinterpretation, and international mass grave investigations in Kosovo, Iraq, and Ukraine. His methodological innovations include inventing the MPET (Cheetham) array for high-resolution near-surface geophysics. Cheetham's recent publications (2025-2014) demonstrate sustained scholarly output across Archaeological Geophysics , Forensic Archaeology , and Roman/British Prehistory . His work shows strong interdisciplinary connections between archaeological science, forensic applications, and regional British studies, with recurring themes in landscape survey, burial practices, and technological innovation in prospection methods. Cheetham supervises multiple PhD students including Kayt Armstrong, Laura Evis, Ashely Green, Daniel Carter, and Rebecca Cannell. His professional impact includes creating Bournemouth University's first archaeological and forensic sciences degree program (generating £5M+ in fees) and developing the internationally recognized MSc Forensic Archaeology programme.

Richard WildView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Policing and Crime Control
• Crime Prevention and Community Safety
• Terrorism and Human Rights
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Dr Richard Wild is a Principal Lecturer in Criminology at the University of Greenwich within the School of Law and Criminology, Faculty of Law, Arts and Social Sciences, where he has served since 2004. He holds significant administrative roles as Programme Leader for the MSc Criminology and Criminal Psychology and MA International Criminology programs, while actively supervising doctoral candidates and maintaining affiliations with major criminology associations including the British Society of Criminology and European Society for the Study of Deviance and Social Control. Wild's research critically examines police and crime control systems, crime prevention strategies, and the tension between counter-terrorism measures and human rights protections. His work consistently addresses state crime mechanisms and global capital punishment practices, informed by extensive fieldwork during human rights missions across six nations. This scholarship reveals systemic abuses in anti-terror frameworks and advocates for evidence-based criminal justice reforms. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2006-2016) reveals a dominant focus on human rights violations within counter-terrorism operations, particularly through case studies of Russia and Uzbekistan. His death penalty research spans Japan, Mongolia, and Uzbekistan, documenting secrecy and torture while tracking global abolition trends. Methodologically, he combines quantitative policing analysis (e.g., Kent Constabulary stop-and-search study) with critical policy evaluation of international organizations like the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. Dr Wild has received the following academic recognition: Fellow of Centre for Criminological Research, University of Sheffield His advisory impact extends beyond academia through human rights missions to Japan, Uzbekistan, Uganda, Botswana, Mongolia and Russia for the Fédération Internationale des Ligues des Droits de L'Homme, plus consultancy for the Metropolitan Police Service and HMP Isle of Sheppey. He has led significant research projects including Kent Constabulary's stop-and-search proportionality study and delivered specialized seminars at Science Po Paris and University of Oviedo on economic crime and terrorism.

Sharon RosemanView profile

Professor

• Historical Anthropology
• Memory
• Anthropology of Labour
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Sharon Roseman is a Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Memorial University of Newfoundland, within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Her academic journey includes a BA from the University of Toronto (1986), an MA (1988), and a PhD (1993) from McMaster University. Her research focuses on Historical Anthropology, Memory, Labour, Mobility, Feminist approaches, Food Studies, and Language Preservation. She has received the President’s Award for Outstanding Research and the Dean of Arts Award for Graduate Supervision. Dr. Roseman has authored and edited numerous books and special journal issues, including O Santiaguiño de Carreira (2008) and The Tourism Imaginary and Pilgrimages to the Edges of the World (2015). Her work explores themes such as Galician cultural identity, migration, and the intersection of labour and mobility. She has also directed documentaries like The Last Generation (2020) and Stories Would Be Told (2018), highlighting community narratives and oral histories. Her recent scholarship addresses mobility justice, urban ethnography, and the gendered dimensions of transportation spaces. Roseman’s interdisciplinary approach integrates fieldwork, archival research, and collaborative projects, reflecting her commitment to understanding marginalized voices and cultural dynamics in global contexts. Her contributions extend to editorial roles in journals like Gazeta de Antropología and International Journal of Iberian Studies , furthering dialogue on rural revitalization, tourism politics, and transnational studies. She actively engages with public scholarship through film and participatory research, emphasizing the importance of community engagement in anthropological practice.

Eoin DevereuxView profile

Professor

• Cultural Sociology
• Media Studies
• Popular Music Studies
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Professor Eoin Devereux is a Cultural Sociologist and Creative Writer at the University of Limerick, Ireland, and an Adjunct Professor in Contemporary Culture at the University of Jyvaskylä, Finland. He holds dual appointments in the Department of Sociology and the Centre for the Study of Popular Music and Popular Culture. His research focuses on media representations of poverty, homelessness, and community development, alongside critical analyses of popular music (e.g., David Bowie, The Fall, Morrissey). He teaches modules on media sociology, creative writing in community settings, and community development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Affiliations: University of Limerick (Professor), University of Jyvaskylä (Adjunct Professor) Education: Expertise in sociology and cultural studies, though specific degree details are not explicitly listed. His creative writing has been featured in prominent publications such as The Irish Times and Poetry Ireland anthologies. Awards include Excellence in Teaching (2004) and Service to the Community (2005). He has supervised numerous PhD students and collaborates internationally on projects like L-Pop: Mapping Popular Music in Limerick City and media poverty studies. His work intersects with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to inequality and community development. Key research themes include media framing of social welfare, cultural sociology of music, and creative writing’s role in community engagement. Over 140 academic publications span journals, books, and edited volumes addressing media discourse, music studies, and social policy.

Vanja HamzićView profile

Research Professor

• Gender Studies
• Queer Theory
• Islamic Law
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Vanja Hamzić is a Research Professor in Law, History, and Anthropology at SOAS University of London, serving as Equalities Lead and Director of Research within the School of Law, Gender and Media. He holds a First Class Honours degree from the University of Sarajevo, an LLM with Distinction from the University of Nottingham, and a PhD from King’s College London. His research focuses on human subjectivity formation, particularly through the lens of gender, sexual, class, race, linguistic, and religious differences, with fieldwork in Pakistan, Indonesia, Senegal, and Louisiana. Dr. Hamzić’s work interrogates the intersections of Islamic legal traditions with global legal and social theories, including racial capitalism, Marxism, decolonial studies, and queer legal frameworks. His current book project explores gender nonconformity and legal pluralism in 18th-century Senegambia and the survival of enslaved West Africans’ gender practices during the Middle Passage. He co-directs the Centre for the Study of Colonialism, Empire and International Law and has held roles at Harvard’s Institute for Global Law and Policy and the Inner Temple. His research emphasizes marginalized communities’ vernacular knowledge, challenging colonial archives and legal systems. He advises PhD students on topics ranging from queer politics in India to postcolonial legal narratives. His work bridges critical legal theory, anthropology, and philosophy, with contributions to debates on alegality, distemporality, and Third World feminisms. Qualifications: BFA (Sarajevo), BDes (Sarajevo), LLM (Nottingham), PhD (London), SFHEA Institutional Roles: Co-Director of Colonialism Studies Centre, Member of Academic Senate External Affiliations: Harvard’s Institute for Global Law and Policy, Inner Temple Fellow His publications span authored books, edited volumes, and over 50 articles addressing legal violence, decolonial methodologies, and the archival silences of gender-variant histories. He actively participates in institutional decolonization initiatives at SOAS.