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Chang-kyu KwonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Disability Studies
• Critical Human Resource Development
• Organizational Learning
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Chang-kyu Kwon serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education Policy, Organization & Leadership within the College of Education at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. in Learning, Leadership & Organization Development from the University of Georgia (2019), an M.A. in Organizational Behavior & Evaluation from Claremont Graduate University (2015), and a B.A. in Education from Korea University (2013). Professor Kwon's research is fundamentally informed by critical systems thinking with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and the role of learning in promoting whole-person inclusion. He investigates leadership and organizing principles that cultivate 'safe to be vulnerable' learning spaces where individuals across power divides can collaborate and develop as teams, organizations, and communities. His work critically examines ableism and disability inclusion in educational and workplace settings, with international recognition for his scholarship and advocacy in countries including South Korea, Japan, Peru, and Taiwan. Currently, he leads a U.S.-based project focused on promoting disability employment in small- and medium-sized manufacturing contexts. His scholarly output demonstrates a clear trajectory toward increasingly impactful work at the intersection of critical human resource development, disability studies, and transformative learning. The publications reveal a progression from foundational theoretical work to applied research with practical implications for organizational change, particularly in creating inclusive environments for people with disabilities. His recent work shows growing emphasis on generative pedagogy, dialogic organization development, and the practical application of critical HRD principles in real-world settings. Early Career Scholar Award, Academy of Human Resource Development (2025) Richard A. Swanson Research Excellence Award, Academy of Human Resource Development (2022) Cutting Edge Award, Academy of Human Resource Development (2019) Professor Kwon teaches courses in diversity, adult learning, leadership, and organization development, with a focus on helping students develop an adaptive learning mindset to strengthen relationships and lead inclusively. His EPOL 470 course covers principles of human resource education, while EPOL 474 examines diversity in workplace environments and strategies for harnessing the power of diversity and inclusion. His teaching philosophy emphasizes genuine humility and curiosity as essential components of effective leadership in global workforce contexts. His research is characterized by a strong commitment to bridging theory and practice, with particular attention to the practical implementation of critical ideas in organizational settings.

Signy LynchView profile

Assistant Professor

• Contemporary theatre
• Intercultural and diasporic performance
• Black theatre
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Signy Lynch is an Assistant Professor in English and Drama at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) and a graduate faculty member at the Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies. Her research focuses on contemporary intercultural/diasporic performance, Black theatre, participatory performance, audience research, and critical theatre criticism in Canada. Education : PhD and MA from York University, Hon. BA from Queen’s University Her work explores the intersections of digital media and intercultural performance, including immersive theatre practices and audience dynamics in pandemic-era performances. She co-edits Canadian Theatre Review and investigates epistemic violence in traditional criticism frameworks. In the 15 most recent publications , Lynch examines topics like racial dynamics in theatre criticism, intermedial performance technologies, audience complicity in Indigenous storytelling, and pandemic-era performance adaptations. Her articles appear in Theatre Research in Canada , Contemporary Theatre Review , and New Theatre Quarterly . Awards : Barbara Godard Prize (2021), Governor General’s Gold Medal (2022), CTCA Outstanding Critical Essay runner-up (2022) Lynch co-directs the Centre for Spectatorship and Audience Research and serves on Cahoots Theatre’s board. Her SSHRC-funded research addresses hiring equity in Canadian theatre academia and reimagines critical dramaturgy for digital futures.

Philip A. ReaView profile

Professor

• Biochemistry
• Plant Biology
• Science Communication
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Dr. Philip A. Rea is a Professor of Biology and Rebecka and Arie Belldegrun Distinguished Director of the Life Sciences & Management Program at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts and Sciences. With over 100 publications and two co-authored books, his work spans fundamental biochemical research and science communication, focusing on life sciences implementation challenges. Education: D.Sc. (2020) and D.Phil. in Plant Biochemistry (University of Oxford), B.Sc. First Class Honors in Biological Sciences (University of Sussex) Dr. Rea's research explores transport phenomena and cellular detoxification, including vacuolar proton pumps and ABC transporters in plants, yeast, and nematodes. His work has significant applications in phytoremediation and combating parasitic diseases. His recent publications and book Managing Discovery in the Life Sciences (2018) analyze the transition from laboratory discovery to market success through case studies like statins, ivermectin, and metformin. These works highlight serendipity in biomedical innovation and investor-driven discovery management. Scientific Awards: Jesse H. Neal Award (2025) for technical/scientific content AAAS Fellow (2013) for membrane transport research National Academies Cozzarelli Prize (2010) for original research Multiple teaching honors including Lindback Foundation Award (2014) and Ira H. Abrams Award (2009) Society for Experimental Biology President's Medal (1990) Teaching: Proseminar in Management and the Life Sciences (LSMP 1210) Biochemistry (BIOL 2810) Focus on problem-solving with incomplete datasets

Alicia GrandeyView profile

Professor

• Emotional Labor
• Workplace Diversity
• Organizational Behavior
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Alicia Grandey is a Liberal Arts Professor in the Department of Psychology at Pennsylvania State University, specializing in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. She serves as the Area Coordinator and leads the Workplace Emotional Labor and Diversity (WELD) Lab. Education: Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from Colorado State University (1999) Interdisciplinary Initiatives: Founder of Penn State’s Healthy-Inclusive-Productive (HIP) Workplace Initiative Her research focuses on emotional labor, workforce diversity (gender, race, political/cultural), midlife women’s health in leadership roles, and the intersection of health, diversity, and productivity. She actively translates research into practice through executive education workshops and articles in Harvard Business Review and The Conversation . Recent publications and presentations highlight emotional labor dynamics, menopause in the workplace, and AI-driven accessibility for neurodiverse employees. Her work has been recognized with NSF grants, best paper awards, and Fellowships from SIOP and APS. Dr. Grandey advises doctoral students and postdoctoral scholars, including recent thesis defenders like Tayana Rich and Kayley Morris. She serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Applied Psychology and engages with industry through advisory boards.

• New Testament Studies
• Early Judaism
• Enochic Literature
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Grant MacAskill is the Kirby Laing Chair of New Testament Exegesis at the University of Aberdeen. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of St Andrews (2005). His research focuses on New Testament studies, early Judaism, Enochic traditions, and the intersection of theology with autism and disability studies. He has authored influential books such as Union with Christ in the New Testament and Autism and the Church , and co-edits the Studia in Veteris Testamenti Pseudepigrapha series with Brill. Awards include the British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship (2021) for his project on 2 Enoch and a John Templeton Foundation grant (2014) for work on intellectual humility in the New Testament. Research interests span participatory theology, biblical ethics, and the application of New Testament thought to contemporary issues like neurodiversity. He co-directs the Centre for Autism and Theology, promoting inclusive theological engagement. His recent publications address topics such as Enochic literature in late antiquity, biblical interpretation in autism studies, and early Christian apocalyptic thought. Grants and fellowships include major support for projects like The Entangled Enoch and interdisciplinary work on disability and religion. MacAskill’s academic service includes editorial roles at journals like New Testament Studies and Journal of Disability & Religion . He has advised on projects ranging from grave goods practices to ethical biotechnology, applying biblical insights to modern dilemmas. His work bridges historical exegesis, systematic theology, and practical theology, emphasizing theological engagement with marginalized communities and ethical challenges.

• Collective Intelligence
• Organizational Design
• Future of Work
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Thomas W. Malone is the Patrick J. McGovern Professor of Management at the MIT Sloan School of Management. He holds joint appointments as Professor of Information Technology and Professor of Work and Organizational Studies. As founding director of the MIT Center for Collective Intelligence, he leads pioneering research on how people and computers can connect intelligently. Previously, he founded the MIT Center for Coordination Science and co-directed the MIT Initiative on 'Inventing the Organizations of the 21st Century'. His teaching focuses on organizational design, IT, and leadership. His research examines how new organizations leverage information technology, with groundbreaking predictions about electronic business in 1987. Major works include the influential books The Future of Work (2004) and Superminds (2018). Research areas span: Collective Intelligence: Designing systems combining human and machine intelligence Organizational Structure: Decentralization, coordination, and future work models Climate Solutions: Crowdsourcing through Climate CoLab AI Implications: Human-AI collaboration in business strategy His publications demonstrate consistent focus on collective problem-solving, with recent emphasis on AI-workforce integration, remote team intelligence, and computational group metrics. Key research projects include the Collective Intelligence Design Lab, Minglr, Climate CoLab, and Measuring Collective Intelligence. Honors include an honorary doctorate from the University of Zurich . He co-founded four software companies and holds 11 patents in collaboration systems and organizational modeling. He directs the MIT Center for Collective Intelligence, leading interdisciplinary teams on global challenges. Current initiatives explore AI-enhanced prediction markets, collective intelligence genomes, and hybrid human-machine systems for organizational design.

Adam ElgaView profile

Professor

• Philosophy of Probability
• Decision Theory
• Self-locating Belief
• +4 more

Adam Elga serves as Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Program in Linguistics at Princeton University, based in the Department of Philosophy with his office in Laura Wooten Hall (204). His contact information includes email adame@princeton.edu and phone 609 258-1477, confirming active institutional engagement. Elga's research spans philosophy of probability, decision theory, self-locating belief, and existential risk, with notable intersections in linguistics through his program directorship. His work addresses fragmentation in belief systems, cognitive instability, and rational decision-making under uncertainty, contributing significantly to epistemological frameworks and philosophical probability models. Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate sustained focus on existential risk analysis, decision theory paradoxes, and belief fragmentation. His scholarship bridges theoretical philosophy with practical applications in risk management and cognitive science, particularly through investigations of suboptimal risk decisions and cognitive limitations in high-stakes scenarios. Scientific awards: None mentioned in provided text. Advising and grants: The scraped text contains no information about doctoral students, mentees, or specific research funding. As a full professor and program director, he likely oversees graduate research and secures institutional support, though concrete details are absent from the source material. Labs and research teams: No dedicated laboratories, research groups, or collaborative teams are referenced in the available documentation.

Prasad BalkundiView profile

Associate Professor

• Social Networks
• Team Processes
• Organizational Behavior
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Prasad Balkundi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Organization and Human Resources at the School of Management, University at Buffalo. His research focuses on social networks, team processes, and organizational behavior, with publications in top-tier journals like the Academy of Management Journal and Leadership Quarterly . He holds a PhD from Pennsylvania State University, a Post Graduate Diploma (MBA) from Xavier Institute of Management in India, and a BTech from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University. His teaching spans courses on Organizational Behavior, Organizational Theory, and Social Networks for Managers. Balkundi’s research examines structural holes in teams, leader-follower dynamics, and the impact of age on professional networks. He has received awards including the Smeal Dissertation Research Award and the Penn State Graduate Student Outstanding Teaching Award. His industry experience includes roles as a Human Resource Executive at Larsen & Toubro in India (1995–1997). Balkundi has presented globally, including invited talks in Asia, and has taught MBA courses in the region. His recent work explores how age influences network effectiveness and the interplay of positive/negative ties in team performance. His research methodologies include network analysis and meta-analytic studies, contributing to understanding interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership prototypes.

• Organizational Behavior
• Human Resources Management
• Workplace Psychology
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Devasheesh P. BHAVE is a Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University, currently on leave. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from the University of Minnesota (2008 and 2003, respectively). Research Interests His work focuses on Psychology of Workplace Technology , Work Design , and Emotions and Well Being , with additional emphasis on Mindfulness , Humility , and Digital Business . Key Article Themes His recent publications analyze Language barriers and emotional labor in cross-cultural workplaces Privacy implications of digital monitoring Leadership stress and sleep-related behavioral patterns Work-life conflict during economic downturns Trust and legitimacy in organizational systems Scientific Awards Dean's Teaching Honor List (multiple years: 2015-2016, 2016-2017, 2019-2020, 2020-2021, 2021-2022) Lee Kong Chian Fellow (2019-2020) Dean’s Impact Award (2017-2018) He advises SJTU-SMU DBA student HAN Shenghui and contributes to research agendas in Digital Transformation and Social Inclusion .

Victoria RimellView profile

Professor

• Latin Literature
• Roman Culture
• Classical Philology
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Victoria Rimell is Professor of Latin and Director of Research in the Department of Classics at the University of Warwick, Faculty of Arts. She previously served as Associate Professor at Sapienza University of Rome and held research fellowships at University College Oxford and Cambridge. She joined Warwick in 2016 and was promoted to Professor in 2018. She also holds administrative roles including Deputy Head of Department and Coordinator of the joint degrees in Classics and English. Education: MA, King's College Cambridge MPhil, King's College Cambridge PhD, King’s College London MSc, University of Warwick Her research bridges Latin literature and Roman culture with modern philosophical and political thought, focusing on authors such as Seneca, Ovid, Martial, Petronius, and Horace from the first century BCE to the second century CE. She explores themes of space, enclosure, vulnerability, mourning, and identity, often engaging with critical theory, gender studies, and classical receptions. Her work frequently draws interdisciplinary connections to modern art, literature, and philosophy. The recent publications highlight a strong trajectory in Senecan studies, particularly on consolation, grief, and ethical self-fashioning, alongside continued engagement with Ovid, Martial, and Horace. The works reflect a deep integration of classical texts with contemporary theoretical frameworks, including psychoanalysis, feminist theory, and spatial theory. Topics such as the ‘labour of empire,’ ‘creative self-reproach,’ and ‘care of the other’ underscore her focus on emotional and ethical dimensions in Roman literature. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Member, Academia Europaea (2020) Leverhulme Trust Research Grant for 'Care of the Other: Senecan Consolation and the Work of Mourning' Victoria Rimell actively supervises PhD students on topics ranging from humanitas to adulatio and the disabled body in Martial. She has secured external research funding and serves on editorial boards for Classical Philology , MD , and The Journal of Roman Studies . She also contributes to interdisciplinary research through the Centre for Research in Philosophy, Literature, and the Arts. She teaches undergraduate and postgraduate modules on Latin literary texts, Roman laughter, vulnerable bodies, and ancient literature and thought. She leads a research group and collaborative projects on imperial space, the ancient novel, and Vergil and the Feminine (co-edited with Dr Elena Giusti). Her current Leverhulme-funded project continues to expand the dialogue between classical texts and modern ethical theory.

Mark A. YarhouseView profile

Professor

• Clinical Psychology
• Religious Psychology
• Gender Identity
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Mark A. Yarhouse, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist and the Dr. Arthur P. Rech and Mrs. Jean May Rech Professor of Psychology at Wheaton College. He directs the Sexual and Gender Identity (SGI) Institute and the Mental Health Collective, focusing on intersections of religious, sexual, and gender identities. Education: Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (Wheaton College), M.A. in Theological Studies (Wheaton College), B.A. in Philosophy and Art (Calvin College) His research explores sexual/gender identity conflicts in Christian contexts, including transgender experiences, same-sex attraction, and faith integration. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed works and 20+ books, with recent studies examining identity synthesis in religious environments. Scientific awards include the Gary Collins Award for Excellence in Christian Counseling and a Christianity Today 2024 Book Award finalist nod. He has served on APA consensus panels and advised the National Institute of Corrections. Labs/Teams: Sexual and Gender Identity (SGI) Institute, Mental Health Collective

Stefan JankeView profile

Associate Professor

• Motivation in Education
• Achievement Goals
• Academic Dishonesty
• +14 more

Dr. Stefan Janke is an academic staff member at the University of Mannheim within the School of Social Sciences. His office is located at A 5, 6, Room B313 in Mannheim, Germany, and he can be contacted via email at stefan.janke@uni-mannheim.de. As a Privatdozent (PD), he holds a position that follows the completion of habilitation in the German academic system, granting him the right to teach independently at the university level. Dr. Janke's research program spans several interconnected domains in educational psychology. His primary focus is on motivation in educational contexts, particularly examining achievement goals and their relationship to academic dishonesty, faculty motivation, and how instructional practices influence student motivation. He has developed significant expertise in understanding how different goal orientations affect academic behaviors and outcomes. A second major research strand involves the digitalization of educational processes, where he investigates online self-assessment tools, AI applications in educational guidance systems, cheating behaviors in web-based testing environments, and how motivation and well-being are affected in online learning contexts. His work in this area has become increasingly relevant with the digital transformation of education. His recent publications (2022-2025) reveal a strong focus on achievement goal theory, academic integrity, digital educational tools, and the impact of social factors on educational outcomes. Many studies examine how social norms influence academic behavior, how motivation affects learning outcomes, and how digital tools can be optimized for educational guidance. There's also significant attention to equity issues, particularly how migration background and parental education affect students' sense of belonging and academic success. The research often employs longitudinal designs and international comparisons, with a growing emphasis on the impact of digitalization and the pandemic on educational processes. Dr. Janke serves as principal investigator for multiple externally funded projects including 'KISTE-BW' (developing an AI-supported procedure for measuring study interests), 'NEST-BW' (refining state-level initiatives for optimal student selection in higher education), and 'ZiFo' (in-depth studies on achievement goals in research, funded by the German Research Foundation). Previously, he led projects on academic dishonesty (CHEAT) and self-reflection tests for prospective students (SMArt²). He also supervises bachelor's and master's theses, contributing to student development and academic training.

• Servant leadership
• Artificial Intelligence in management
• Future of work
• +4 more

Milton de Sousa is an Associate Professor at Nova School of Business & Economics in the Department of Management and Organizations, where he served as director of international development and academic director of CEMS MiM. He co-founded the Leadership for Impact Knowledge Center and brings nearly 30 years of professional experience spanning engineering, consulting, and entrepreneurship, including 14 years in the Netherlands. His educational background includes: PhD in Management from the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (2014) MBA with Distinction from the University of Bradford (2003) Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Porto (1998) De Sousa's research centers on servant leadership, meaning in organizations, and the impact of Artificial Intelligence on work and management. He investigates how leadership and technology intersect to shape the future of work, with emphasis on complex adaptive systems and innovation. His work bridges academic theory with practical executive applications through Nova SBE's Leadership for Impact Knowledge Center. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on servant leadership across diverse contexts including cross-cultural studies, organizational change, and AI integration. His research frequently addresses societal challenges, ethical dimensions of leadership, and practical frameworks for managing paradoxes in complex environments. He directs multiple AI-focused executive programs including Managing with AI and AI for HR and Talent Management. As co-host of a leadership podcast at Observador and frequent media contributor, he actively disseminates research insights to broader professional audiences.

• Social Policy
• Diversity in Social Work
• Spirituality in Social Work
• +7 more

John Graham is a Professor at the School of Social Work, University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus. Former Director at UBC and Florida Atlantic University, his work spans social policy, spirituality in social work, multicultural practice, and homelessness prevention. Based in Kelowna, BC, he leads the Kelowna Homelessness Research Collaborative with over $1 million in funding. Ph.D. in Social Work (University of Toronto, 1996) MA (Queen’s University, 1990) MSW (University of Toronto, 1989) BA (Trinity College Toronto) His research integrates social policy analysis with community-based initiatives, focusing on employee well-being, multicultural social work frameworks, and Bedouin-Arab development studies. Current projects address homelessness reduction via the Journey Home initiative, combining spatial policy analysis with health interventions. Recent publications emphasize climate-related health risks for homeless populations, cross-sectoral partnerships, and spiritual dimensions in social work education. He has secured over $35 million in total research funding, with active projects targeting housing stability and community engagement. Fellow, American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare (2022) Teaching Award for Graduate Student Mentoring (2014) As a mentor to over 100 graduate students, he bridges academic rigor with practical application. The Kelowna Homelessness Research Collaborative under his leadership prioritizes tier-one publications, interdisciplinary training, and policy advocacy.

• Interprofessional Education
• Primary Care
• Interprofessional Practice
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Christine A Arenson is a Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Minnesota. She serves as a Leader in Academic Affairs/Provost and is also a Leader at the National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education. Her work spans interprofessional education, primary care, and healthcare team dynamics, with a focus on improving collaborative practice across health professions. Dr. Arenson's research interests center on Interprofessional Education , Primary Care , and Interprofessional Practice . Her work explores how healthcare professionals from different disciplines can effectively collaborate to improve patient outcomes. She has developed frameworks for understanding professional humility in interprofessional settings and has conducted longitudinal studies on competency development in interprofessional education programs. Her research addresses critical healthcare system challenges by focusing on how healthcare teams function in real-world settings. Analysis of Dr. Arenson's recent publications reveals a strong focus on interprofessional collaboration in healthcare education and practice. Her research examines competency development across different educational models, the impact of interprofessional education on clinical practice, and the challenges healthcare teams face, particularly during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. She has been instrumental in developing the NexusIPE™ learning model, which bridges the gap between interprofessional education and practice. Her work demonstrates a clear progression from theoretical frameworks to practical implementation strategies in interprofessional education. As Principal Investigator for "Improving Health and Learning Outcomes by Advancing Interprofessional Collaboration: A Roundtable Dialogue" (Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation, 2025-2026) As Principal Investigator for "Sponsorship of Collaborating Across Borders IX. Converging Currents: Enhancing Health Outcomes through Interprofessional Collaboration" (Josiah Macy Jr. Foundation, 2025) As a team member on the "Minnesota Northstar Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program" (HRSA Bureau of Health Professions, 2024-2029) Dr. Arenson is actively involved with the National Center for Interprofessional Practice and Education, where she contributes to advancing the Nexus model that connects interprofessional education with collaborative practice. Her leadership in organizing international conferences like "Collaborating Across Borders" demonstrates her commitment to building global networks for interprofessional practice. Her work has significant implications for healthcare workforce development and improving patient care through better team-based approaches.