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Tiffany PhillipsView profile

Research Fellow

• Sexual Health
• Public Health
• Epidemiology
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Dr. Tiffany Phillips is a Research Fellow at the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre (MSHC), School of Translational Medicine, Monash University, where she conducts impactful research in sexual health, public health, and epidemiology. She completed her PhD in BioSciences at the University of Melbourne in 2017 and has since continued her postdoctoral work at MSHC, focusing on STI epidemiology and prevention, health promotion, and expanding access to care for marginalized communities. PhD in BioSciences, University of Melbourne (2017) Thesis: Defining the role of endogenous oestrogen in penile urethral development Dr. Phillips specializes in mixed-methods research, integrating both qualitative and quantitative approaches in study design, statistical analysis, and qualitative interviewing. Her research interests include STI epidemiology, health promotion, patient engagement, and the use of digital tools in sexual health screening. She is actively involved in community engagement and has a strong track record of collaboration with public health organizations. Her recent research publications focus on HIV/STI risk communication, AI-assisted screening for anogenital lesions, and assessing healthcare system capacity in Australia. These works reflect a trend toward innovative, patient-centered solutions in public health and digital health interventions, with a strong emphasis on equity and accessibility. 1ST PLACE - CORE SERVICES IMAGING COMPETITION—MELBOURNE BRAIN CENTRE (2014) 2ND PLACE BEST TALK - 1ST ANNUAL BIOSCIENCES POSTGRADUATE SYMPOSIUM (2015) Best Paper Award, 2020 A+ EMCR Public Health/Clinical Research (2020) 2023 Early Career Postdoctoral Fellowship, Monash University 2023 Melbourne Awards – LGBTIQA+ Category (Team Award) Dr. Phillips is actively involved in supervising students and training team members in qualitative research design. She is a co-chair of the Early Career Research (ECR) Steering Committee at the School of Translational Medicine and serves as a delegate on the Faculty Early Career Research Committee at Monash University. She also contributes to external academic service through roles in the Australian Federation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO) Steering Committee and the Sex Work Sector Community of Practice with the Department of Health. Her research is supported by grants such as the HOPE project (Ending HIV transmission by Optimizing PrEP in East Asia), where she serves as a Chief Investigator. She is currently accepting PhD students and leads two major research initiatives: the Annual Sexual Practices and Activities Survey (ASAP) and a study on oropharyngeal STIs in heterosexuals. These projects are conducted within the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, a leading institution in sexual health research and clinical care.

• Cinema Studies
• Italian Cinema
• Media Studies
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Giacomo Manzoli is a Full Professor at the Department of the Arts, University of Bologna, specializing in Cinema and Digital Media Studies. His academic work focuses on Italian cinema history, cultural policy analysis, and visual media representation. He holds roles on the University's Board of Directors and committees for Teaching, Research, and Budget. His research explores intersections between politics, media, and cultural identity, with notable publications on fascist cinema, welfare cultural policies, and Italian film historiography. He advises through weekly office hours in Via Barberia 4, Bologna. Though no formal students are listed, his work engages with academic communities globally through transnational media studies projects. His scholarship bridges historical film analysis with contemporary digital media challenges. Education & Affiliations: University of Bologna academic since [information not explicitly provided in text]. Research Interests: Italian cinema history, cultural policy, media literacy, political visual culture, and the economics of state-supported cinema. Awards: No specific prizes listed, though his work received academic commendations like the 2023 Laudatio for Luigi Lai. Grants & Projects: Not explicitly detailed in provided texts. Labs/Teams: Collaborates within the Department of the Arts' academic networks, though specific lab affiliations are not mentioned. His recent publications (2021-2024) analyze topics ranging from welfare cultural frameworks to representations of Roman identity in fascist cinema, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship. Manzoli's work critically engages with national cinematic identity and the evolving role of media in public policy.

Joseph SchmidtView profile

Professor

• Talent Acquisition
• Team Effectiveness
• Employee Turnover
• +4 more

Joseph Schmidt is a Professor and Edwards Enhancement Chair in Business at the Edwards School of Business, University of Saskatchewan. He holds a PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology (University of Calgary), an MSc in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and a BA in Psychology, all from the University of Calgary. His research focuses on talent acquisition, team effectiveness, employee turnover, judgment errors, and bias reduction in organizational contexts. Dr. Schmidt’s academic contributions span top-tier journals such as the Journal of Applied Psychology , Personnel Psychology , and Psychological Bulletin . His work bridges theory and practice, addressing real-world challenges in HR management and organizational behavior. Notable themes include the impact of personality on workplace outcomes, the dynamics of team performance, and the design of effective selection systems. Before academia, he worked at Hay Group (global consulting) and in HR for an engineering firm. His courses include Human Resource Management , Leadership , and Organizational Dynamics . Media outlets like the Wall Street Journal and CBC Radio have featured his research insights. His publications analyze trends in performance appraisals, team variance in ratings, and the role of dynamic behavioral trends. He emphasizes methodological rigor, particularly in addressing selection bias and causal inference. While no specific awards are listed, his prolific and influential work underscores his academic standing.

• Marketing Strategy
• Customer Centricity
• Brand Management
• +6 more

Prem Shamdasani is Associate Professor of Marketing at the National University of Singapore (NUS) Business School, where he serves as Academic Director of the NUS Executive MBA Program, Co-Director of the Stanford-NUS International Management Program, and Director of the NUS Marketing Strategy in A Digital World Program. With over 33 years of experience, he has taught internationally across numerous countries and worked with more than 125 organizations including major multinational corporations, government agencies, and non-profits. His educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy in Marketing from University of Southern California (1990) Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons Class 1) in Administration & Management Sciences from National University of Singapore (1984) Dr. Shamdasani's research focuses on marketing strategy, customer centricity, brand management, purpose-led marketing, retail strategy, and relationship marketing. His work explores linguistic servicescapes, online focus group methodologies, relationship quality between in-groups and out-groups, and brand equity determinants. He has made significant contributions to understanding Asian consumer behavior and marketing applications in diverse cultural contexts, with his research appearing in top journals including Journal of Consumer Research and Journal of Advertising Research. His publication record shows a clear evolution from foundational work in research methodology to recent explorations of Asian leadership in branding and digital marketing environments. His co-authored book 'Focus Groups: Theory and Practice' has become a standard reference in the field, while his more recent work examines linguistic servicescapes and internal branding imperatives in Asian contexts. The research demonstrates consistent application of marketing theory to practical business challenges. His teaching excellence has been widely recognized: NUS Honour Roll (Teaching Hall of Fame) in 2007 and 2024 University Annual Teaching Excellence Award (ATEA) 2024 NUS Business School Teaching Excellence Award 2023 Multiple Annual Teaching Excellence Awards from 2003-2023 In total, he has received 22 teaching awards (6 university-level and 16 business school-level), reflecting his consistent excellence in education. Dr. Shamdasani actively bridges academic theory with industry practice through executive education and consulting. He has consistently received top ratings for executive teaching across all programs, working with diverse organizations including Caterpillar, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal, Samsung, Microsoft, and government agencies like Singapore Tourism Board. Currently, he serves on advisory boards for DIBIZ (SaaS for ethical sourcing) and EMPWR.ED (edtech startup), and chairs the Governing Council of Academic City University College in Ghana.

Anita JensenView profile

Researcher

• Arts and Health
• Mental Health
• Public Health
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Anita Jensen is a Postdoc and Guest Researcher at Aalborg University's Department of Communication and Psychology, affiliated with The Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary arts and health research, particularly exploring the intersection of cultural engagement, mental health, and healthcare systems. She is associated with the Nordjysk Center for Kultur og Sundhed and the Art, Aesthetics & Health group within Music Therapy - CEDOMUS. Her research emphasizes evaluating arts-based interventions like 'Arts on Prescription' (AoP) in primary healthcare settings, examining their impact on patient mental health and societal well-being. Key areas include healthcare practitioner perspectives, policy implications, and health equity. She has conducted studies in Denmark, Sweden, and internationally, contributing to frameworks for evaluating arts and health projects. Research Interests: Arts in healthcare, mental health recovery, interdisciplinary collaborations, cultural policy, and public health equity Notable Projects: 'Culture Vitamins' initiative in Denmark, Nordic comparative studies on arts and health strategies Dr. Jensen has authored over 40 publications, including peer-reviewed articles and books, and actively contributes to academic discourse through editorial roles and conference presentations. She serves on the board of Foreningen Kunst og Mental Sundhed, advocating for integrated arts and mental health practices. Her work has been featured in media outlets discussing topics like cultural interventions for mental health, healthcare system innovation, and policy recommendations for arts integration in healthcare.

Bjørn Ian DundasView profile

Professor

• Algebraic K-theory
• Topological Cyclic Homology
• Motivic Homotopy Theory
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Bjørn Ian Dundas is a Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Bergen. His research focuses on algebraic K-theory, topological cyclic homology, and motivic homotopy theory, with contributions to structured ring spectra and Hochschild homology. He has held positions funded by the Research Council of Norway and collaborated internationally with institutions such as Indiana University and the University of Hamburg. His work bridges algebraic topology, category theory, and number theory, emphasizing trace methods and homotopy invariants. Recent research explores motivic Hochschild homology and applications in algebraic K-theory. He co-authored textbooks like A short course in differential topology (2018) and contributed to the Motivic homotopy theory lecture series (2007). He has interviewed numerous Abel Prize laureates, including Robert Langlands and Karen Uhlenbeck, and delivered keynotes at conferences like the Banff International Research Station. His grants include projects on algebraic K-theory and equivariant homotopy theory.

Riikka KorkiamäkiView profile

Professor

• Childhood and Youth Research
• Peer Relationships
• Friendship Studies
• +5 more

Riikka Korkiamäki is a Professor in the School of Social Sciences and Humanities at Tampere University, specializing in Welfare Sciences. She holds a central role in the Social Work Master's Programme at the Pori Unit, overseeing thesis supervision and teaching modules on Communities and Community Social Work. Her research focuses on childhood and youth studies, emphasizing peer relationships, social capital, and inclusion through qualitative and creative methodologies. She leads multiple projects including SoliPro, Good Traces, and 'Friendship as Potential?', exploring topics like solidarity in youth communities and transitions to adulthood. Her work spans over 20 years, with key contributions in understanding social support networks, unaccompanied asylum-seeking minors' experiences, and the ethical dimensions of visual research with children. Over 80 publications highlight her expertise in social work practices, preventive measures, and participatory ethnography. Though no specific awards are listed, her extensive grants and project leadership reflect her academic impact. Advising doctoral students and supervising Master’s theses underscores her mentorship role. Research interests extend to innovative practices like equine therapy for adolescents and intergenerational friendships' role in social inclusion. Collaborations with institutions like Gaudeamus and the Finnish National Institute for Health and Welfare highlight her interdisciplinary approach. Current projects address post-pandemic youth solidarity and transitions from care to adulthood in evolving social systems.

Beau SchelbleView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-AI Teaming
• Responsible AI
• Trust in Human-AI Systems
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Beau Schelble is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, within the Tickle College of Engineering. He is the founding director of the AI and Robotics for Collaborative Systems (ARCS) Lab, where he leads interdisciplinary research on human-AI teaming, responsible AI, and team cognition. His work bridges human factors, systems engineering, and artificial intelligence, with applications in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, emergency response, and defense. Education: PhD in Human-Centered Computing, Clemson University, 2023 BS in Psychology, Clemson University, 2018 Dr. Schelble's research focuses on optimizing collaborative systems involving humans and AI. Key interests include trust development, situational awareness, shared knowledge, and ethical AI integration. He employs mixed-methods approaches—qualitative, quantitative, and computational—to study human-AI interaction in complex environments. His work has resulted in over 30 peer-reviewed publications in top-tier venues across human factors, HCI, and systems engineering. The 15 most recent articles reflect a strong trend toward ethical AI, explainability, autonomy adaptation, and team cognition in human-AI systems. Topics span healthcare applications, collaborative technologies, training methods, and emotional expression in AI teammates, demonstrating a broad yet cohesive research agenda centered on responsible and effective human-AI collaboration. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: NSF Research Traineeship (THINKER) Scholarship, August 2019 Multiple best paper awards and nominations (5 total) in human factors and systems engineering conferences Dr. Schelble actively mentors students and leads a dynamic research lab. He has secured research support through academic collaborations and professional engagement with IEEE, HFES, ACM, and IISE. His lab, ARCS, fosters innovation in AI-driven collaborative systems. Future work includes expanding frameworks for outpatient care, adaptive autonomy in healthcare, and deeper integration of human teaming principles into AI design. He continues to publish extensively and contribute to shaping the future of human-AI teaming.

Jeffrey GirardView profile

Assistant Professor

• Affective Communication
• Affective Computing
• Clinical Assessment
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Dr. Jeffrey Girard serves as Assistant Professor and M. Erik Wright Scholar in the Psychology Department at the University of Kansas, directing the Brain, Behavior & Quantitative Science Program and co-leading the Kansas Data Science Consortium. His interdisciplinary research bridges psychology, computer science, and statistics to investigate emotional expression through verbal and nonverbal behavior, with emphasis on individual differences and social contexts. Dr. Girard's educational background includes: Ph.D. in Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Pittsburgh M.S. in Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Pittsburgh B.A. in Psychology & Philosophy from the University of Washington His research centers on affective communication and affective computing , examining how emotions manifest in interpersonal interactions across clinical and non-clinical populations. Key focus areas include transdiagnostic psychiatry, multimodal behavior analysis, and the development of computational tools for clinical assessment. This work integrates statistical modeling with machine learning to address questions in interpersonal functioning and mental health diagnostics. Analysis of Dr. Girard's recent publications (2023-2025) reveals strong trends in computational psychiatry, with emphasis on multimodal datasets for emotion recognition, AI-driven clinical assessment tools, and transdiagnostic approaches to psychopathology. His work consistently bridges technical innovation in affective computing with real-world clinical applications, particularly in depression assessment and psychosis research. Scientific recognition includes: M. Erik Wright Scholar Dr. Girard actively contributes to academic service through editorial roles at IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing, Clinical Psychological Science, and other leading journals. He serves on executive boards for the Society for Interpersonal Theory and Research, Society for Affective Science, and Hierarchical Taxonomy of Psychopathology society, demonstrating leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research methodologies. He directs the Affective Communication and Computing Lab, which develops computational frameworks for analyzing emotional expression in clinical contexts, and co-leads the Kansas Data Science Consortium to foster cross-departmental data science initiatives.

Katherine Tyson McCreaView profile

Professor

• Participatory Action Research
• Youth Mental Health Programming
• Racial Equity in Social Work
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Katherine Tyson McCrea, PhD is a Professor and Principal Investigator of the Empowering Counseling Program Participatory Science Initiative (ECP-PSI) at Loyola University Chicago. Over 19 years, her program has provided free mental health services and group programming to over 1,000 youth while advancing participatory research methodologies. Focuses on resilience development among marginalized communities Specializes in client-centered interventions and policy innovation Collaborates with community agencies, churches, and schools The ECP-PSI employs novel data collection methods like photovoice and peer-to-peer interviews, with research designs ranging from quasi-experimental to case studies. The program has administered $2.4M in grant funding and trained 6-7 graduate students. Key Research Areas: Racial discrimination resistance curriculum Incarcerated African American fathers' empowerment Supported decision-making for intellectual disabilities Recognized with the 2024 Best Conceptual Paper Award and international keynote invitations, Dr. Tyson McCrea teaches courses including Global Social Work Practice and Participatory Action Research.

• Urban Studies
• Housing Research
• Social Geography
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Christian Smigiel is an Associate Professor at the University of Salzburg, specializing in Sociology and Social Geography . His work focuses on urban studies, housing markets, and social geography, with a particular emphasis on the interplay between real estate dynamics and urban development in Salzburg and beyond. Key Research Areas: Urban Studies, Housing Research, Social Geography, and Comparative Analysis Notable Projects: Evaluation of housing allocation in Salzburg, study of short-term rentals, retirement migration infrastructure, and underused urban spaces His publications and projects highlight trends in housing policy, place branding, and interdisciplinary urban research. Smigiel actively participates in academic conferences, serves as a peer reviewer, and engages with media to discuss housing crises, touristification, and urban planning challenges.

• Gender studies
• Sociology
• Technology and Science Studies (STS)
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Siri Øyslebø Sørensen is a Professor and Head of the Center for Gender Research at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), where she is affiliated with the Department of Interdisciplinary Cultural Studies in the Faculty of Humanities. She also holds an adjunct position (professor II) at the University of Bergen, working with the GenderAct project. Her academic background spans sociology, gender studies, and technology and science studies (STS). Dr. Sørensen's research focuses on gender, power, and inequality across various domains including organizations, politics, and contemporary culture. She has conducted extensive research on gender equality and inclusion in academia, currently leading the KARMA project (2024-2026), which develops tools for qualitative mapping of diversity, funded by the Research Council of Norway. She is also involved in the BIAS project investigating how artificial intelligence in hiring processes affects inclusion and exclusion in working life. Her methodological expertise includes action research, qualitative interview studies, microphenomenology, situational analysis, and discourse and narrative analysis. Her scholarly work reveals consistent engagement with feminist theory, organizational sociology, and critical perspectives on diversity and inclusion. Through projects like "Mann ombord" with Trondheim Municipality, she explores masculinity as a social phenomenon, examining how norms of masculinity, power, and marginalization are produced. Her publications demonstrate expertise in gender equality policy, academic careers, organizational dynamics, and the intersection of technology with gender issues. Dr. Sørensen has served as editor of Tidsskrift for kjønnsforskning (2022-24) and book review editor of NORA – Nordic Journal of Feminist and Gender Research (2016-18). She has co-edited several academic anthologies including "Bodies, Symbols and Organizational Practice" (Routledge, 2018) and "Reproduction, gender and equality in modern Norway" (Fagbokforlaget, 2016), as well as a special issue of Gender Work and Organization (2021). She currently serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Organizational Sociology. She coordinates the research group for gender, equality and diversity at NTNU and is actively engaged in developing practical tools for improving gender balance in academic institutions. Her commitment to translating research into practice is further demonstrated through her ongoing collaboration with Trondheim Municipality and local health and welfare services on initiatives to prevent exclusion among young men.

David NeequayeView profile

Lecturer

• Social Psychology
• Applied Ethics
• Investigative Interviewing
• +3 more

Dr. David Neequaye is a Lecturer in Social Psychology at Lancaster University's Fylde College within the Department of Psychology. His research primarily focuses on examining how individuals ask and answer questions, with particular emphasis on security-related conversations, cognitive processes affecting disclosure, ethics of investigative interviewing, and deception detection. Neequaye's research spans Social Psychology, Applied Ethics, Investigative Interviewing, Deception Detection, and Security Studies. His work investigates the cognitive mechanisms behind information disclosure in intelligence contexts, the ethics of interrogation techniques, and the reliability of lie detection methods. He has made significant contributions to understanding how rapport functions in investigative settings and why it remains conceptually challenging to define. His publication record demonstrates a strong focus on lie detection research, cognitive load theory in deception, and intelligence gathering methodologies. Recent work examines how intelligence interviewees mentally identify relevant information, how members of illicit networks navigate investigative interviews, and the use of shared experiences to recruit committed human intelligence sources. His research shows consistent progression from foundational priming studies to more complex examinations of network dynamics and ethical considerations in security contexts. Neequaye's work has been published in leading interdisciplinary journals including Legal and Criminological Psychology, Royal Society Open Science, and Collabra: Psychology, reflecting the broad impact of his research across psychology, criminology, and security studies. His collaborative work with researchers like Pär Anders Granhag and Timothy J. Luke demonstrates strong international research connections in forensic and security psychology.

Brady Thomas WestView profile

Research Professor

• Survey Methodology
• Applied Statistics
• Public Health
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Brady Thomas West is a Research Professor at the University of Michigan with joint appointments in the Department of Biostatistics at the School of Public Health and the Survey Research Center at the Institute for Social Research. His work bridges survey methodology, applied statistics, and public health research, providing technical expertise globally on research design and statistical analysis. Education: PhD in Survey Methodology, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 2011 MA in Applied Statistics, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 2002 BS in Statistics, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 2001 West's research focuses on critical challenges in survey methodology including measurement error in auxiliary variables and survey paradata, selection bias in non-probability samples, responsive/adaptive survey design, interviewer effects, and multilevel regression models for complex clustered and longitudinal data. His work directly addresses data quality issues in public health and social science research. His publication record (2016-2022) demonstrates sustained contributions to methodological advancements through influential textbooks on linear mixed models and survey data analysis, alongside high-impact journal articles. Key themes include improving survey estimation techniques, developing frameworks for assessing analytic errors, and synthesizing evidence on interviewer effects. His research consistently bridges theoretical innovation with practical applications in aging studies, public health surveillance, and social epidemiology. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in the provided information. West actively leads and contributes to major funded research initiatives including the Health and Retirement Study (as Associate Director), the Network for Innovative Methods in Longitudinal Aging Studies (as MPI), and the MAPS Center for SUD/HIV research. He also develops educational resources through Coursera specializations in Statistics with Python and Total Data Quality, demonstrating commitment to training the next generation of data scientists. He collaborates extensively through the Survey Research Center and Department of Biostatistics, contributing to teams focused on longitudinal aging studies, public health data infrastructure, and methodological innovation. His leadership in the Health and Retirement Study and NIMLAS network positions him at the forefront of aging research methodology.

Cecilia WadensjöView profile

Professor

• Interpreter-mediated interaction
• Public service interpreting
• Multilingualism
• +5 more

Cecilia Wadensjö is a Professor in interpreting and translation studies at Stockholm University's Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism. She is a member of the Interaction and Multilingualism (Interfler) research group, which focuses on interaction and multilingualism in everyday life and various public domains including education and working life. Department: Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism Institution: Stockholm University Research Group: Interaction and Multilingualism (Interfler) Professor Wadensjö's research spans multiple domains of interpreter-mediated communication. Her work examines interpreter-mediated interaction across diverse settings including legal contexts, healthcare, social security, media, and public events. She has made significant contributions to understanding interpreting as a profession, interpreter education, and competence assessment. Her research also explores brokering as an everyday activity in multilingual workplaces and organizations, highlighting how participants navigate linguistic and cultural differences in professional settings. Analysis of Professor Wadensjö's publication record from 2014-2023 reveals a consistent focus on the practical and theoretical dimensions of public service interpreting. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in asylum interpretation, healthcare communication, and literary events interpretation. The research employs conversation analysis and discourse analytical approaches to examine the complex dynamics between primary participants and interpreters. A notable trend is her increasing focus on practical applications, culminating in the comprehensive 2023 Routledge Handbook of Public Service Interpreting, which she co-edited. Professor Wadensjö has received recognition through her extensive publication record in high-impact journals and edited volumes. Her work appears in prominent publications such as Multilingua, Multimodal Communication, and The Interpreter and Translator Trainer. Her research has practical implications for interpreter training, professional practice, and language policy development in multilingual societies. She has contributed significantly to understanding how interpreters function as active participants in communication rather than mere conduits of information, particularly in high-stakes contexts like asylum interviews and healthcare settings.