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Prof. Dr. Claudia Peus is a full Professor of Research and Science Management at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) School of Management , serving since May 2011. She holds executive roles as Founding Director of the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning (TUM IL3) since December 2019 and Executive Vice President for Talent Management and Diversity since October 2017. Her career spans visiting positions at MIT's Sloan School of Management and Harvard University, alongside her habilitation (2011) and PhD (2005) from LMU Munich. Current affiliations: TUM School of Management, TUM IL3, RWI – Leibniz Institute for Economic Research Research focuses: Leadership development in the digital age, diversity in organizations, ethical leadership, and research organization management Recent research trends analyze digital leadership dynamics, gender-decoded recruitment practices, robotic leadership interfaces, and neurophysiological mechanisms in leadership behavior. Her 2025 work on moral careers and 2024 resource-based absorption theory highlight evolving themes in organizational psychology. Scientific honors include: Highly Cited Research Award, Leadership Quarterly (2016) Emerald Citations of Excellence (2016) Best Teaching Award, TUM School of Management (2014) Academy of Management Symposium Award (2010) Bayerische Landesbank Wissenschaftspreis (2006) Prof. Peus advises organizations on diversity and talent management. She was recognized as one of Germany's Most Inspiring Women (2020) and leads projects like FührMINT, ForGenderCare, and the TUM Neurophysiological Leadership Lab (NeLeLab).

• Leadership Development
• Digital Age Management
• Research Organization Leadership
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Dr. Carola Weil serves as Dean of McGill University's School of Continuing Studies and Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science since July 2018, following leadership roles as founding Dean at American University and Senior Associate Dean at USC's Annenberg School. Her educational background includes: Post-Doctoral Fellowship, University of Southern California School of International Service Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government Belfer Center Ph.D. and M.A. in Political Science, University of Maryland Master of Public Management, University of Maryland B.A. in History (Minor in Politics), Bryn Mawr College Dr. Weil's research centers on human security, migration, and conflict transformation with specialized expertise in gender dynamics in international relations and public diplomacy . Her work bridges policy analysis and practical applications in humanitarian intervention, while her recent focus explores lifelong learning systems and the impact of digital technologies on adult education , addressing evolving workforce demands through innovative educational frameworks. Her publication trajectory reveals a strategic evolution from foundational work on women in international security (1990s) to contemporary analyses of digital media diversity and global communication challenges in higher education. Early scholarship examined military intervention dilemmas in humanitarian crises, later pivoting toward systemic analyses of information ecosystems and educational accessibility in the digital age. Dr. Weil co-founded Women In International Security (WIIS) and serves on multiple non-profit boards, leveraging her dual German-American citizenship and multilingual capabilities to advance organizational development initiatives. Her peacebuilding consultancy spans Pakistan, Afghanistan, Darfur, Colombia, and the African Great Lakes region with specific attention to gender-inclusive journalism practices. Her leadership extends to advising on global strategy for technology-enhanced education and future workforce development, though no formal student advisement lists or grant details appear in the source material.

• International Relations
• Human Security
• Migration
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Ryuko Kubota is a Professor in the Department of Language and Literacy Education at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Faculty of Education, since 2009. Her research spans critical applied linguistics , race and language education , and decolonial pedagogies . She has contributed extensively to understanding language ideologies , multicultural education , and critical literacies . Education: BA in English Linguistics, Rikkyo University (1980) MAT in TESOL, School for International Training (1987) PhD in Education, OISE/University of Toronto (1992) Her research interests focus on the intersection of race, language policies, and critical pedagogies. She examines neoliberal paradoxes in language learning, translingual practices , and antiracist engagement in global contexts. Her work addresses systemic inequities in English language education and immersion programs . Recent publications highlight critical approaches to World Englishes , AI-assisted writing , and raciolinguistic hegemony . These studies span interdisciplinary sub-fields including critical race theory , decolonial education , and language teacher identity . Scientific awards include the DSSA Award 2020 . She supervises graduate students like Charu Gupta (PhD) and collaborates with institutions such as the Language Sciences Institute at UBC. Her teaching includes courses on critical multicultural education and language politics .

• Critical Applied Linguistics
• Language Ideologies
• Race and Language Education
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Professor Paul Marx is a faculty member at the University of Bonn, affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy and the Institute of Political Science and Sociology. His research focuses on critical areas of political sociology and policy analysis, with particular emphasis on labor market dynamics and political participation. His research interests center on labor market policy , attitude research , policy analysis , politics and emotions , political socialization , tax and redistribution policy , and inequalities in political participation and representation . Professor Marx examines how economic conditions, particularly labor market experiences, shape political attitudes, behaviors, and representation. His work often employs mixed-methods approaches, combining quantitative analysis with qualitative insights from focus groups and elite interviews. Analysis of Professor Marx's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the intersection of economic conditions and political behavior. His research demonstrates how labor market insecurity, income inequality, and welfare state policies influence political participation, voting behavior, and attitudes toward redistribution. A notable trend is his examination of political inequality, particularly how economic hardship in childhood affects later political engagement. His work also addresses contemporary political debates in Germany and Europe, including identity politics, gender-neutral language, and taxation policies. Professor Marx maintains an active research agenda with numerous publications in 2023-2025. His work appears to focus on German politics and comparative European welfare states, with some research extending to development contexts such as Bangladesh. His methodology frequently combines survey data with experimental and qualitative approaches to provide comprehensive insights into political behavior.

• Labor market policy
• Attitude research
• Policy analysis
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Javier Franco Aixelá **Roles and Affiliations**: Full Professor of Translation and Interpreting at the University of Alicante, Director of the Department of Translation and Interpretation (2017–2021). Coordinates the Master's in Institutional Translation (Legal and Economic). Active in teaching Translation Theory, Professional Ethics, and Advanced Literary Translation. **Education**: PhD in English Philology (University of Alicante, 1996), Licenciatura in English Philology (Complutense University of Madrid, 1986), Expert in Translation (Complutense University of Madrid, 1991). **Research**: Specializes in translation theory, cultural aspects of translation, and bibliometrics. Founded the BITRA database (70,000 entries by 2017), a comprehensive online bibliography on translation and interpreting. Recent focus on bibliometric analysis of translation studies, including advertising translation, open access in academia, and cognitive approaches. **Teaching**: Taught courses like Professional Ethics, Advanced Literary Translation, and Translation of Research Genres. Supervised over 125 theses in the last five years, including high-impact works on medical neologisms (Habiba Chbab El Fakhi) and gender-neutral translation (María López Medel). **Awards**: Coordinator of the University of Alicante's Translation Doctoral Program, which received a quality distinction from the Ministry of Education. His theses have been awarded "Excellent Cum Laude" by the university. **Projects**: Led competitive research projects such as the 2021–2025 bibliometric study on economic translation and the BITRA database expansion (2007–2010). Collaborated on international initiatives like the 5th ICEBFIT Conference (2023). **Publications**: Authored 40+ books (e.g., *La traducción condicionada de los nombres propios*), co-edited *ENTI: Encyclopedia of Translation and Interpreting*, and published widely in journals like *META* and *Translation & Interpreting*.

• Translation Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Bibliometrics
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Sue Mialon is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics at Emory University. Her research focuses on Law and Economics, Industrial Organization, and Microeconomic Theory. She holds a PhD from the University of Texas, Austin (2002), alongside advanced degrees from Korea University (MA, 1996; BA, 1992). Her work analyzes regulatory frameworks, market competition dynamics, and the intersection of legal systems with economic behavior. Notable themes include net neutrality, discrimination incentives, and the economic impacts of legal standards. Recent studies address abortion policy, inheritance inequality, and counterterrorism strategies. Mialon’s research often bridges theoretical models with real-world policy implications, contributing to fields like antitrust enforcement and public policy evaluation. Her publications span journals such as the Journal of Regulatory Economics, Labour, and the Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization. She maintains a website at Emory and can be contacted via smialon@emory.edu.

• Law and Economics
• Industrial Organization
• Microeconomic Theory
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Angela Crow is an Associate Professor at James Madison University (JMU) in the School of Writing, Rhetoric and Technical Communication, where she has served since 2012. Her research bridges literacy studies, design, and urban mobility, focusing on how communities advocate for car-free infrastructure and equitable public spaces. She explores the role of digital communication in fostering feminist interventions, particularly around cycling advocacy and street design. Her work intersects with gender studies, urban studies, and rhetorical theory. Educated at the University of Kansas (Ph.D., 1997) and Point Loma College (B.A., 1987), she has authored books on writing programs and composition studies, including Aging Literacies (2006) and Field of Dreams (2002). Recent publications analyze surveillance, privacy in digital contexts, and transportation equity. Her research often highlights marginalized voices in shaping public discourse. Research Interests: Her current projects examine embodied literacies in mobility advocacy, social media practices of grassroots movements, and the rhetoric of urban infrastructure. She critiques car-centric planning through feminist and critical frameworks, emphasizing accessibility and safety for non-car users. Her work also addresses aging populations’ digital literacies and the intersection of technology with social inequality. Publications: Her articles span rhetorical analysis of social movements, educational assessment frameworks, and the sociotechnical dimensions of writing. Recent trends include collaborations on privacy in big data and participatory design for community mobility.

• Design
• User Experience (UX)
• Freedom of Movement
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Juliet A. Williams is a Professor of Gender Studies and Faculty Director of the UCLA Quarter in Washington Program. She holds a B.A. in Government from Harvard University and a Ph.D. in Government from Cornell University. Specializes in feminist theory, masculinities studies, gender discrimination law, and Title IX Author of The Separation Solution?: Single-Sex Education and the New Politics of Gender Equality (2016) Co-editor of Public Affairs: Politics in the Age of Sex Scandals (2004) Her research examines socio-legal dimensions of gender equality, including NSF-funded work on gender neutrality in U.S. law and activism. Current book project: Daddy’s Home: What Everyone Needs to Know About Patriarchy . Publications appear in Signs , Gender & Society , and Law & Society Review . 2021-2026: Andrew W. Mellon Foundation grant ($5 million) 2017-2021: NSF grant ($325,000) with Abigail Saguy 2015: Kenneth L. Sokoloff Fellow 2009, 2007: Ms. Magazine and UC ACCORD grants Active media commentator on gender politics, appearing in 100+ outlets including New York Times , USA Today , and The Guardian , with expertise in #MeToo discourse, gender discrimination, and socio-legal dynamics.

• Feminist theory
• Masculinities studies
• Gender discrimination law
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Prof. Dr. Anne Lauscher is an Associate Professor of Data Science at the University of Hamburg Business School, specializing in fair, inclusive, and sustainable conversational AI systems. Her research focuses on improving algorithmic fairness through demographic factors in NLP systems and exploring ethical implications of large language models. She holds a PhD from the University of Mannheim, where her work on computational argumentation was awarded summa cum laude, and has conducted research at Grammarly and the Allen Institute for AI. Key contributions include gender-fair machine translation datasets (e.g., Building Bridges), bias detection frameworks (e.g., SHADES), and multilingual benchmarking tools like MultiQ. Her work has been recognized with the Maria Gräfin von Linden-Award and inclusion in the '100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics' list. Research spans ethical NLP, multilingual AI, and societal impacts of AI technologies. Education: PhD in Data and Web Science (University of Mannheim, 2021), Postdoc at Bocconi University's NLP group (2021-2022). Academic roles include adjunct positions and international collaborations across Europe and the US. Research Interests: Conversational AI fairness, multilingual NLP systems, ethical AI evaluation, bias mitigation in LLMs, and interdisciplinary applications of machine learning in scientific discovery. Publications (select highlights): Over 55 peer-reviewed works in top-tier venues like ACL, EMNLP, and AAAI. Recent focus on LLM hallucination analysis, cross-cultural NLP benchmarks, and gender-neutral language resources. Awards: 2021 Maria Gräfin von Linden-Award (Baden-Württemberg), 2023 '100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics', 2022 Dissertation Award Nominee (GI). Labs/Teams: Leads the UHH Data Science Research Group, collaborating with industry partners like Grammarly and academic institutions worldwide. Active in initiatives promoting gender equity in STEM and sustainable AI development.

• Conversational Artificial Intelligence
• Fairness in AI
• Natural Language Processing
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Julie Boland is a Professor at the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, affiliated with the Psychology and Linguistics departments. She holds a PhD from the University of Rochester and leads the Psycholinguistics Lab, focusing on interdisciplinary language processing research. Her work explores interfaces between word recognition, syntax, semantics, and sociolinguistic variables, with special attention to bilingual processing and executive function roles. Education: PhD, University of Rochester. She teaches research methods and language psychology, advising numerous PhD candidates. Key research themes include sociolinguistic priming, bilingual ambiguity resolution, and language processing in digital contexts. Her findings highlight how dialect variation, cultural background, and technology impact comprehension and production. Research Interests: Psycholinguistics, sentence processing, lexical access, sociolinguistic influences, bilingualism, and cognitive mechanisms. Labs: Director of the Psycholinguistics Lab, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration across Psychology and Linguistics. Teaching: Courses on language psychology and research methods for Psychology undergraduates/graduates. Recent work addresses conversational dynamics in Zoom interactions, cultural differences in visual attention, and L2 structural priming effects. She emphasizes practical applications of psycholinguistic insights for education and technology design.

• Psycholinguistics
• Sentence comprehension and parsing
• Lexical access and representation
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Silvia Donzelli is a Researcher and doctoral student at the Chair of Practical Philosophy at the University of Regensburg. Her roles include serving as the Second Deputy Commissioner for Equal Opportunities for Women in Science and Art at the Faculty of Philosophy, Arts, History and Social Sciences. She holds a Magistra Artium (Philosophy and Art History) from Humboldt University Berlin, with studies at the University of Milan and Humboldt University Berlin. Her research focuses on responsibility ethics, legal philosophy, African and intercultural philosophy, environmental ethics, and Renaissance art history. She critiques colonial legacies in European thought and explores complicity in business practices and digital discourse. Teaching & Academic Contributions: Recent courses include "Language and Violence," "Racism," and "Human Rights" at the University of Regensburg. Publications span philosophy of responsibility, counter-speech strategies, and African environmental ethics. Active in conferences on complicity, democratic debate culture, and decolonizing philosophy. Research Interests: Ethics of complicity in business and digital contexts African critiques of European philosophical history Environmental ethics through an intercultural lens Renaissance portraiture and material culture Grants & Awards: None explicitly listed, but her work is supported through institutional affiliations. Labs/Teams: Engaged with the Chair of Practical Philosophy and interdisciplinary networks on complicity ethics and decolonial thought.

• Philosophy of Responsibility
• Legal Philosophy
• African Philosophy
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Rikker Dockum (he/him) is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Linguistics Department at Swarthmore College. His research spans historical linguistics, phonetics, sociolinguistics, computational linguistics, and gender studies, with a focus on Kra-Dai languages, tonal systems, and ethical issues in language technology. Academic Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor University: Swarthmore College Research Focus: Historical linguistics, phonetics, sociolinguistics, computational linguistics, gender studies Contact: rdockum1@swarthmore.edu His recent work explores phonological generalizations from limited data, gender bias in language models and teaching, computational modeling of tone, and decolonizing historical linguistics. Articles highlight functional load dynamics, dialectal variation in Zhongjiang Chinese, and methodological advancements in language documentation. Key trends in his publications include interdisciplinary approaches to phonology, critical examination of sociolinguistic biases, and the application of computational tools to endangered languages. Notable collaborations involve studies of Tai-Khamti sound systems and syntactic borrowing between Khmer and Thai.

• Historical Linguistics
• Phonetics
• Sociolinguistics
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Agneszka Kiełkiewicz-Janowiak is a University Professor at Adam Mickiewicz University's Faculty of English in Poznań, Poland, with over 40 years of academic leadership. Holding a D.Litt. in English linguistics (2002), she directs research at the intersection of sociolinguistics, healthcare communication, and language policy reform. Educational Background: MA in English, Adam Mickiewicz University (1984) Ph.D. in English, Adam Mickiewicz University (1990) D.Litt. in English linguistics, Adam Mickiewicz University (2002) Research Focus: Her work critically examines language variation across social strata , specializing in gender dynamics in Polish , age-related communication patterns , and cross-cultural healthcare discourse . Recent projects analyze euphemisms in aging narratives, linguistic adaptation of Polish migrants in the UK, and feminist language reforms. She employs discourse analysis to expose power structures in medical consultations and public debates. Scholarly Evolution: Publications from 2015-2024 reveal a strategic pivot toward medical sociolinguistics (doctor-patient communication in migration contexts) and language policy activism (gender-neutral language advocacy). This trajectory demonstrates applied linguistics addressing healthcare disparities and sociopolitical change, particularly through analysis of online medical forums and institutional communication. Honors: National Ministerial Research Award (1997) Dual Rector's Prizes for Administrative Leadership (2010, 2012) National Board of Education Medal (2013) University Gold Service Medal (2017) Project Leadership: She secured €500k+ in international funding (Norwegian Financial Instrument) for the ADOPOLNOR Media project studying adolescent health communication. As principal organizer of the Erasmus Summer School (2014) and COMET 2025 conference, she builds global networks bridging linguistics and medical humanities. Academic Citizenship: Serving on editorial boards of Poznań Studies in Contemporary Linguistics and Advances in Historical Sociolinguistics since 2005/2013, she has shaped discourse through guest-edited special issues (2012) and co-organization of 12+ Poznań Linguistic Meetings. Her conference leadership creates platforms for emerging scholars in medical communication research.

• Sociolinguistics
• Socio-historical linguistics
• Language and gender studies
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Univ.-Prof. Dr. Damaris Nübling is a full Professor of Historical Linguistics of German at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, holding the Chair since April 1, 2000. She is affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy and Philology, specifically within the Department of Historical Linguistics of German. Her research spans several interconnected areas of linguistics, with primary focus on Onomastics (name research) , Gender Linguistics , Morphological Change , and Dialectology . Her work investigates the grammar of proper names, gender assignment in language, morphological irregularity across Germanic languages, and linguistic indicators of language change. Nübling's publications reveal strong trends in gender linguistics and onomastics, with significant contributions to understanding how language reflects and shapes gender identity, particularly in German. Her recent work focuses on neutral gender assignment of female terms and names, linguistic negotiation of parenthood, and the self-naming practices of transgender individuals. Teaching Award of the University of Mainz (2002) Academy Prize of the State of Rhineland-Palatinate (2013) Konrad Duden Prize (2014) Professor Nübling leads multiple third-party funded research projects, including the German Surname Atlas (DFA), the Digital Surname Dictionary of Germany (DFD), and projects within the DFG Research Unit "Un/doing Differences. Practices of Human Differentiation." She serves on numerous advisory boards including the Scientific Advisory Board of the Institute for German Language in Mannheim, the Society for German Language (GfDS), and the DFG Review Board for Linguistics. She directs research teams focused on onomastics and gender linguistics, with the namenforschung.net website providing an overview of her onomastic projects. Her collaborative work extends internationally, including projects with institutions in Switzerland, Luxembourg, and Sweden.

• Onomastics
• Historical Linguistics
• Gender Linguistics
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Nicole Trujillo-Pagan is an Associate Professor at Wayne State University in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences , affiliated with the Department of Sociology and Latina/o and Latin American Studies . Her work critically examines the intersections of race, ethnicity, urban space, and public policy, focusing particularly on Detroit's Latina/o/x communities and broader racial dynamics in urban environments. She can be reached at npagan@wayne.edu . Education: Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Trujillo-Pagan's research explores: Racial and spatial production in Detroit and beyond Policy-driven racialization and displacement Gentrification impacts on marginalized communities Latino/a/x identity construction in urban spaces Neoliberal urbanism and its social consequences Her recent publications examine gentrification, racial capitalism, and policy-induced migration, reflecting her focus on urban inequality. She teaches courses including Sociological Theory , Social Problems , and Race and Ethnicity seminars.

• Race and Ethnicity
• Urban Studies
• Public Policy
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