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Sarah SchlosserView profile

Teaching Professor

• GIScience
• statistics
• spatial analysis
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Sarah Schlosser serves as an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Colorado Boulder, teaching core GIS courses including GEOG 3053 (GIS: Mapping), GEOG 4503/5503 (GIS: Project Management), and GEOG 2053 (Mapping a Changing World) across multiple semesters through Summer 2025. Educational Background M.A. in Geography, University of South Florida, 2008 Research Focus Her work centers on GIScience, spatial statistics, and cartographic visualization with applied interests in wetland science and ecological restoration. Schlosser emphasizes practical methodologies for effective map creation and spatial analysis in environmental contexts, advancing both academic scholarship and professional GIS practice. Scholarly Contributions Her publication record, led by the 2024 open-access textbook Making Effective Maps: Cartographic Visualization for GIS , demonstrates sustained commitment to GIS education. Collectively addressing cartographic theory, pedagogy, and critical literature reviews, her work positions her as a key contributor to geospatial knowledge dissemination and teaching innovation. Professional Role Schlosser focuses exclusively on undergraduate instruction and curriculum development, explicitly noting she does not advise graduate students. Her teaching portfolio shows consistent dedication to enhancing GIS education through structured course design and practical resource creation.

• Information Practices
• Reading Practices
• Digital Cultures
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Elisa Tattersall Wallin holds a PhD in Library and Information Science from the Swedish School of Library and Information Science, affiliated with the University of Borås. Her research focuses on information practices, digital cultures, and reading habits, particularly exploring how climate change information circulates online and the evolving landscape of audiobook consumption among young adults. She teaches courses on research methods, thesis writing, and digital information practices. Her 2022 doctoral thesis Sound Reading investigated audiobook practices through a temporal and spatial lens, analyzing subscription platforms like streaming services. This work earned her the iSchools doctoral dissertation award (runner-up, 2023). She actively engages in collaborative projects such as the Mistra Environmental Communication initiative, studying public engagement with renewable energy topics. Her publications span academic journals and edited volumes, addressing themes like climate change communication, audiobook infrastructure, and digital literacy. She contributes to initiatives like the Programming Historian to democratize digital research tools.

Christopher WarrenView profile

Professor

• Digital Humanities
• Law and Literature
• Political Theory
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Christopher Warren is a Professor of English at Carnegie Mellon University , with a Courtesy Appointment in History and roles as Associate Department Head and director of CMU's minor in Humanities Analytics (HumAn) . He is co-founder of the digital humanities project Six Degrees of Francis Bacon and a founding member of the Center for Print, Networks, and Performance (CPNP) , while co-convening the Digital Humanities Faculty Research Group . Education: BA, English, Dartmouth College (1999) MA, English, Georgetown University (2003) DPhil, English, University of Oxford (2008) Warren's research spans Digital Humanities , Law and Literature , Political Theory , Early Modern Literature , Print Culture , and the History of Political Thought . His current project, Freedom and the Press before Freedom of the Press , uses machine learning to recover anonymous craftsmen in early modern clandestine printing. His 2015 monograph Literature and the Law of Nations, 1580-1680 (Oxford University Press) examines intersections between literary genres and foundational international legal concepts. His publications focus on 17th-century literature , computational bibliography , and network analysis , with recent work appearing in Shakespeare Quarterly , Eighteenth-Century Studies , and ArXiv:CS . Articles often address Thomas Hobbes , John Milton , and Shakespeare through lenses of political philosophy , anonymity in print culture , and historical legal frameworks . Scientific Awards: Roland H. Bainton Prize for Literature (2016) Warren actively mentors graduate students in Early Modern Studies , Digital Humanities , and Print Culture , and advocates for humanities funding through the National Humanities Alliance . He previously held positions at Oxford University, University College London, NUI-Galway, and the University of Chicago.

Jeroen VandaeleView profile

Professor

• Ideology in Translation
• Francoism and Censorship
• Comedy and Humor Studies
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Jeroen Vandaele is a Professor at Ghent University's Department of Translation, Interpreting and Communication , where he teaches Literary Translation and Hispanic Literatures. Previously, he served as a professor of Spanish at the University of Oslo (2008-2017), and held visiting positions at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (2012) and the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (doctoral guest researcher). In 2023, he was a Mare Balticum Fellow at Rostock University. His research spans ideology in translation under Francoism, comedy and humor studies , cognitive literary theory , and narratology (including film). He explores how textual details and cultural context intersect in translation, particularly in politically sensitive works. Recent publications (2024) focus on transmedial humor, part-whole thinking in translation, and fascism's impact on film translation. His work bridges theoretical and practical translation studies , emphasizing human agency over mechanical approaches. Notable projects include DELIAH (Democratic literacy and humor, 2025-2029) and HACIDA (Humor in digital conflicts, 2022-2024). Editorial roles include the Target International Journal of Translation Studies and advisory positions for journals like Actio Nova and Textus . He supervised Miguel Ángel Guerra Blázquez's PhD (2024) on literary translation reception in Francoist Spain.

Jacqueline D. WernimontView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Humanities
• History of Data and Datification
• Technologies of Commemoration
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Jacqueline D. Wernimont is the Distinguished Chair in Digital Humanities and Social Engagement at Dartmouth College , where she holds an appointment as Associate Professor in Film and Media Studies. She is faculty affiliate in Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and Quantitative Social Sciences. Her work bridges digital humanities, data history, and multisensory data representation.

Sabrina ChouView profile

Lecturer

• Contemporary Art
• Installation Art
• Media Studies
• +5 more

Sabrina Chou is an artist, researcher, and writer currently serving as a Lecturer in Critical Studies Fine Art at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London (2022–present). Her practice intertwines art, theory, and social critique, exploring themes of bodily collectivity, technological mediation, and infrastructural systems. Education: PhD (Practice-led Art, 2022, University of Oxford), MFA (Piet Zwart Institute), BA (Harvard University) Residencies: Centre International d’art et du paysage Île de Vassiviere, Kunsthuis Syb Exhibitions: Het Nieuwe Institute (NL), Museum of Contemporary Art (US), Jakobstads Museum (FI), and numerous international galleries Publications: Contributions to Datapolis , Thresholds , and Ringgummimatte Her artistic research examines how technological apparatuses shape social bodies and how artworks act as discursive objects. Works like Gross Motor Skills AB (2023) critique AI-driven logistics systems, while Body Shop (2016) interrogates biopolitical regulation through textile and sculpture. Recent articles such as Divining the Sewer (2024) expand this inquiry into environmental infrastructure and data governance. Scientific awards include Clarendon Fund and St Johns College scholarships for her doctoral research, as well as Fellow (FHEA) from Advance HE and SEDA Recognized Supervisor certification. Her teaching extends across institutions in the UK, Netherlands, and US, with a focus on critical art pedagogy.

JJ BauerView profile

Academic

• Culture 1895-1919 America
• Culture 1895-1919 Europe
• Design
• +5 more

JJ Bauer is a Teaching Assistant Professor and Visual Resources Curator in the Department of Art History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She also serves as Adjunct Faculty in the School of Information and Library Science. Her work bridges art history, visual resources management, and digital humanities methodologies. Dr. Bauer received her academic training at: Southern Methodist University University College-London Penn State University University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Her research focuses on American and European culture from 1895-1919, with particular emphasis on design, architecture, film, gender studies, theater, and digital humanities. She has developed innovative approaches to teaching film censorship history and modern architecture, examining how visual culture intersects with social, political, and historical contexts. Her work frequently explores gender representation and censorship in film history through courses like ARTH 401: Film Censorship. Dr. Bauer's publications demonstrate her expertise in architectural history and digital art history methodologies. Her recent work includes 'Mapping Modern Architecture' (2020) which explores digital approaches to architectural analysis, and 'Addendum: Campus Architecture since 1985' (2019), which documents the evolution of UNC Chapel Hill's campus. Her earlier exhibition catalog 'Apocalypse Then' (2000) examined religious iconography from Dürer to the twentieth century. As an educator, Dr. Bauer teaches courses including Introduction to Architecture, The Film Experience, Modern Architecture, Film Censorship, Early Modern and Modern Decorative Arts, and alt-Methods: Digital Art History. She is an advisor for students pursuing dual degree Masters in Art History and Library/Information Science. Dr. Bauer conducts 'The Campus at Chapel Hill' Architecture Tours through Heart of the Hill Tours and continues to develop the Artists' Studio Archives Project. She maintains an active digital presence through her 'Digital Art History Thursdays' blog, where she explores emerging digital methodologies in art historical research and pedagogy.

Kwangmi KimView profile

Professor

• International advertising
• Globalization and expansion of media industries
• Political economy of Mass Communication
• +3 more

Dr. Kwangmi Kim is a Professor in the Department of Mass Communication at Towson University's College of Fine Arts and Communication. Since joining TU in 2003, she coordinates the Advertising and Public Relations program while teaching courses including Media Planning, Advertising Campaigns, and International Advertising and Public Relations. Her research focuses on international advertising, media globalization, and the intersection of social media with sports communication. Recent work analyzes Twitter usage patterns during major sporting events and develops social media data collection tools. She contributes to academic discourse through publications in journals like International Journal of Advertising , Asian Journal of Communication , and Sex Roles . Dr. Kim serves as Associate Editor of the Asian Journal of Communication since 2008 and previously held leadership roles in the Korean American Communication Association. Her expertise spans political economy of mass communication, gender/race representation in advertising, and digital media analysis.

Maroš KrivýView profile

Professor

• Architecture
• Urbanism
• Urban Design
• +7 more

Maroš Krivý is a Professor and Head of the Urban Studies MSc programme at the Estonian Academy of Arts, Faculty of Architecture. He is also a Research Fellow at the University of Cambridge’s Department of Geography under the ERC project 'Rethinking Urban Nature.' His work bridges architecture, urbanism, and environmental studies, focusing on postwar and post-Cold War periods. Research Interests: Cybernetic urbanism, neoliberalism, smart cities, mass housing, and political geography. Current Project: 'Urbanism at the End of History,' analyzing urban experts’ responses to global capitalism and social conflict. His recent publications explore topics like platform urbanism, ecological imaginaries, and postsocialist housing legacies. He has contributed to journals such as Environment and Planning D , Antipode , and Geoforum , with keywords spanning political economy, digital geography, and urban sociology. Scientific Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship He advocates for critical engagement with urban design’s socio-political implications, emphasizing the interplay between architecture, power, and knowledge systems. His teaching and research challenge benevolent smart city narratives, highlighting their embedded inequalities and speculative logics.

E. Thomas EwingView profile

Professor

• Russian History
• European History
• World History
• +7 more

E. Thomas Ewing is a Professor of History and the Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Research at the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences, Virginia Tech. He is based in the Department of History and plays a key role in advancing interdisciplinary research and graduate education at the university. His research spans Russian, European, and world history, with a distinctive focus on the history of education, medical history, and the digital humanities. He has authored and edited several influential books on Soviet education and pandemic history. His current research investigates the transmission of information during the 1889–1890 Russian Influenza, employing digital humanities methodologies to analyze historical medical data. Ewing leads the Data in Social Context program at Virginia Tech, which integrates data analytics, computational thinking, and critical humanities inquiry into undergraduate and graduate education. Funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities, this initiative includes workshops for graduate teaching assistants and supports interdisciplinary teaching across the humanities and social sciences. His recent work emphasizes ethical dimensions of data, the societal impact of algorithms, and historical perspectives on public health crises. His publications and media engagements reflect a strong commitment to public scholarship. Notable articles in The New York Times , The Washington Post , and Fortune connect historical insights to contemporary issues such as pandemic responses and media responsibility. His research program combines rigorous historical scholarship with innovative digital methods, making significant contributions to both academic and public understanding of history in the age of data. National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) funding for workshops on the 1918 Spanish Influenza and Images and Texts in Medical History He advises graduate students through the Data in Social Context workshop and supports interdisciplinary research training. He also coordinates the Data & Decisions Minor and collaborates with library data consultants and research groups across campus. His leadership extends to curriculum development, particularly in integrating quantitative and computational thinking with critical humanities education.

Colin GordonView profile

Professor

• 20th Century U.S. History
• American Public Policy
• American Political Economy
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Colin Gordon is Professor of History and Department Chair at the University of Iowa in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He is a leading scholar in 20th-century U.S. history, specializing in American public policy, political economy, and urban inequality. His research focuses on racial segregation, housing policy, labor history, and federalism, with a particular emphasis on St. Louis. He is an active public intellectual, contributing to outlets such as Dissent , Jacobin , and The Conversation . University of Iowa, Department of History, Professor Department Chair, 2006–2011, 2023–present Senior Research Consultant, Common Good Iowa Education: Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, Madison His research interests include 20th-century U.S. history, American political economy, racial segregation, urban decline, and the history of social policy. He combines rigorous historical analysis with digital humanities methods, creating innovative public-facing projects such as the Growing Apart data-visualization platform and digital companions to his books. His recent scholarship critically examines the role of federalism, state discretion, and private interests in perpetuating inequality. His publications span major academic presses and journals, with a strong trend toward analyzing structural inequality, the legacy of the New Deal, and the political economy of health and housing. His recent articles focus on federalism and class struggle, neoliberalism, health care policy, and the institutional mechanisms of segregation. He frequently collaborates with scholars like Sarah K. Bruch and Kennedy Gardner, often addressing contemporary crises through historical lenses. Scientific Awards and Honors: National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship (2021–22) Russell Sage Foundation Visiting Scholar (2022–23) Mellon Foundation Higher Learning Grant (2023–26) F. Wendell Miller Professorship (2016) University of Iowa Regents Award for Faculty Excellence (2016) Distinguished Achievement in Publicly Engaged Research (2015) CLAS Collegiate Fellowship (2014) Professor Gordon has secured significant research funding and has held leadership roles including Director of Graduate Studies (2000–2004). He teaches courses on American inequality, public policy, and digital history. He advises on policy through Common Good Iowa, authoring reports on health coverage, economic development, and labor conditions. His digital projects serve as models for public history and engaged scholarship. Labs and Teams: He leads digital history initiatives including Growing Apart: A Political History of American Inequality and online companions to his books. He collaborates with researchers across disciplines and institutions, particularly on projects involving spatial analysis and public policy. His work with Common Good Iowa connects academic research to community and policy needs in Iowa.

Lisbet TarpView profile

Associate Professor

• Digital Art History
• Materiality in Art
• Painting
• +7 more

Lisbet Tarp is an Associate Professor in Art History at the School of Communication and Culture, Aarhus University. Her academic work bridges traditional art historical scholarship with digital methodologies and interdisciplinary research, particularly in the fields of painting, materiality, and conservation. She is actively engaged in several high-impact research projects exploring the intersections of art, science, and technology. Research Interests: Digital Art History and computational analysis of paintings Materiality and technique in historical and contemporary painting Conservation science and hidden layers in artworks Mathematics and geometry in visual art Early modern court culture and ceremonial representation Interdisciplinary practices between art and anatomy Her recent publications reflect a strong trend toward integrating digital tools into art historical inquiry, with a focus on uncovering the material and technical dimensions of paintings. Projects such as Digital Art History: Rediscovering the Painting and ANAT: Anatomical Theater demonstrate her innovative approach to visual culture through scientific and digital lenses. Her work often involves collaborative, peer-reviewed publications and digital dissemination. Scientific Projects & Activities: ANAT: Anatomical Theater (2023–2029) – Investigating dissection as aesthetic practice in early modern and contemporary contexts Digital Art History: Rediscovering the Painting (2019–2022) – Using digital methods to analyze painting techniques and material composition MoCMa: Mobility Creates Masters (2017–2019) – Studying transnational influences in European art LUMEN Center (2015–2025) – Researching Lutheran theology and its impact on confessional societies and visual culture Lisbet Tarp has contributed extensively to academic discourse through peer-reviewed journals, anthologies, and digital publications. While no formal students or awards are listed, her leadership in major research initiatives underscores her scholarly influence. She employs digital platforms for both research and pedagogy, including student-organized seminars and open-access digital versions of her work.

Gabriel PereiraView profile

Assistant Professor

• Critical Algorithm Studies
• Computer Vision
• Surveillance Studies
• +5 more

Gabriel Pereira is Assistant Professor in AI & Digital Culture at the University of Amsterdam (UvA), based at the Media Studies department and the Institute for Logic, Language and Computation (ILLC). His primary affiliation is with the Natural Language Processing & Digital Humanities (NLP&DH) group. Pereira's research focuses on the critical study of data and algorithms, particularly as they intersect with vision, images, and surveillance systems. He brings an interdisciplinary approach that combines Science and Technology Studies (STS), critical algorithm studies, platform studies, and artistic interventions to examine how computational systems shape social relations and power structures. Pereira's research interests center on critical perspectives of computer vision and algorithmic governance, with particular attention to how these technologies operate in contexts of surveillance, platform labor, and digital culture. His work critically examines hegemonic computer vision systems that reinforce surveillance capitalism while exploring alternative ways of seeing and engaging with technology. He has conducted extensive research on Automated License Plate Recognition systems, WhatsApp disruptions in Brazil, and the political economy of smart surveillance projects like Curitiba's 'Digital Wall.' His methodology combines qualitative research with practice-based inquiry, including arts-based and interventionist approaches that challenge dominant technological narratives. His publication trends reveal a consistent focus on critical examinations of algorithmic systems, with growing attention to resistance practices, decolonial perspectives, and situated knowledge from the Global South. The articles show a trajectory from analyzing specific surveillance technologies toward broader theoretical frameworks for understanding algorithmic antagonisms and developing critical technical practices. His work consistently bridges theory and practice, often collaborating with artists and activists to create interventions that make visible the hidden operations of algorithmic systems. Independent Research Fund Denmark International Postdoc grant Deviant Practice Grant (Van Abbemuseum) Pereira actively organizes academic and artistic events, serving as Secretary of the Association of Internet Researchers and participating in the Tierra Común network. He co-organized the Con/Crit/Tec residency in São Paulo that brought together over 80 transdisciplinary researchers to explore alternative geographies of digital consciousness. His collaborative approach extends to numerous grant-funded projects examining platform labor, algorithmic surveillance, and critical data literacy. Pereira emphasizes organizing as an essential element of research work, facilitating knowledge exchange between academic, artistic, and activist communities. He is affiliated with multiple research collectives including the Center for Arts, Design and Social Research (CAD+SR), where he serves as a Researcher in Residence. His practice-based projects like 'Future Movement Future – REJECTED,' 'Algorithmic Sea,' and 'History of _rt' demonstrate his commitment to using artistic interventions as critical research methods. These projects often involve collaborations with artists, technologists, and activists to create alternative ways of engaging with and understanding algorithmic systems.

Raysa AmadorView profile

Professor

• Hispanic Literature
• Latina Writers and Artists
• Second Language Acquisition
• +12 more

Raysa Amador is a Professor in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Adelphi University’s College of Arts and Sciences. She has served as Chair of the department (2006–2021) and Director of the Latin American Studies Program since 1990. Her academic leadership extends to numerous university committees and advisory roles, including the DACA, International & Immigration Task Force and the International Studies Committee. Ph.D., New York University (1978) M.A., New York University (1973) B.A., Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, New York University (1972) Certificate, Data Processing Programmer, New York University (1979) Her research centers on Hispanic literature, Latina writers and artists, second language acquisition, and the intersection of law and literature in colonial chronicles. She explores themes of identity, gender, transculturation, and narrative power, particularly in the works of Frida Kahlo, Cristina Garcia, Julia Alvarez, and other Latina figures. Her pedagogical focus includes intermediate Spanish curriculum development and cultural literacy. The recent scholarly output reflects a strong trend in feminist and transnational studies, analyzing the female body, self-representation, and cultural identity across literature and visual art. Her work bridges interdisciplinary fields such as law, rhetoric, anthropology, and history, particularly in her studies of the Chronicles of the Indies and colonial legitimacy. Adelphi Presidential Award for Diversity and Inclusion (2020) Distinguished Faculty Excellence Award (2005) Septima Clark Distinguished Faculty Award (1999) President’s Faculty Development Award (multiple) Certificate of Award for Advancing Women's History (1999, 2000) Selected speaker, New York Council for the Humanities (multiple years) Amador has advised numerous undergraduate and graduate students in research and theses, particularly in Hispanic literature, identity, and social justice. She has secured multiple grants, including from the U.S. Department of Education and the New York Council for the Humanities, supporting seminars, speaker programs, and cultural festivals. Her leadership in organizing the Spanish Film Series with Pragda highlights her commitment to public humanities and cultural engagement. She has been instrumental in developing academic programs such as the Latin American Studies Concentration and has served on key search and governance committees. Her long-standing advisory role with Latino Students United (formerly La Unión Latina) underscores her dedication to student support and diversity initiatives.

Sinan Tankut GülhanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Urban Sociology
• Turkish Urbanization
• Comparative Urban History
• +7 more

Dr. Sinan Tankut Gülhan is an Assistant Professor at the University of Zielona Góra's Institute of Sociology in Poland, where he applies a multidisciplinary approach to urban sociology. With expertise spanning Turkish urbanization processes, comparative urban history, and digital transformation in urban contexts, he bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in urban planning and policy. His research interests focus on the intersection of urban sociology and digital transformation, examining algorithmic decision-making in urban planning, digital inequality, housing market dynamics, 'smart city' initiatives, and the impact of digital platforms on urban mobility. Drawing from Henri Lefebvre's spatial theory, he analyzes how urban spaces are produced through political, economic, and social processes, with particular attention to Istanbul's historical development. Dr. Gülhan has expanded his methodological approach from qualitative to quantitative and computational techniques, utilizing statistical analysis (RStudio, SPSS), data science applications (Python, machine learning), digital research methods (web scraping, text analysis), and spatial analysis (QGIS). His publications reveal a consistent focus on urban political economy, historical urban development, and the evolving relationship between state power and urban space. Actively engaged in public sociology, he collaborates with community organizations, policymakers, and media outlets, organizing workshops for planners and advising municipal governments on technology implementation. His work on the 1960 Istanbul Housing Census visualization demonstrates his commitment to making historical urban data accessible for contemporary urban challenges.