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• Tourism Management
• Gastronomy Tourism
• Consumer Behavior
• +12 more

Özlem Altun is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Tourism at Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), where she contributes to academic and research activities in tourism and gastronomy. She holds a PhD in Tourism Management from EMU (2018), an MS in Banking and Finance (2012), and a BS in Tourism and Hotel Management (2006), all from the same institution. Her research interests include tourism management, gastronomy tourism, consumer behavior, sustainable tourism, service quality, mental health in hospitality, neurogastronomy, and generational food preferences, particularly among Generation Z. She has published extensively in journals such as Sustainability , British Food Journal , and Journal of Tourism and Gastronomy Studies , with a strong focus on digital reviews, edible insects, veganism, and regional culinary heritage. Her recent publications reveal a trend toward interdisciplinary research combining psychology, sustainability, and digital behavior in tourism and food contexts. She has supervised numerous master’s theses and is co-supervising a PhD candidate, demonstrating her active role in academic mentorship. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Özlem Altun has been involved in advising multiple graduate students across diverse topics in gastronomy and tourism. Her research includes grants and collaborative projects, though specific funding sources are not mentioned. She is actively engaged in analyzing consumer behavior, mental health in service sectors, and the evolution of food tourism, with ongoing studies on neurogastronomy and sustainable food systems. She is affiliated with research groups and academic networks at EMU, particularly within the Faculty of Tourism, and contributes to institutional research output through publications and thesis supervision. Her work often involves collaboration with colleagues such as Mehmet Necati Cizrelioğulları and İrem Karataş.

Patricia LauView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Green Human Resource Management
• Human Resource Development
• Organizational Behavior
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Dr. Patricia Lau is a Senior Lecturer (Education-focused) at Monash University Malaysia, School of Business, within the Faculty of Business and Economics. She is actively engaged in teaching, research, and academic leadership, with a strong focus on human resource development and environmental sustainability. She is accepting PhD students and contributes significantly to pedagogical innovation and scholarly discourse. Her research interests include: Green Human Resource Management Organizational Behavior Training and Development Workplace Spirituality Employee Well-being Higher Education and Lifelong Learning Dr. Lau's recent publications reflect a consistent focus on the intersection of HR, sustainability, and organizational culture. Her work spans topics such as green employee development, workplace spirituality during crises, empowerment in hospitality, and virtual learning in higher education. These contributions demonstrate a commitment to both theoretical advancement and practical application in business and education sectors. Her scientific awards include: Vice-Chancellor’s Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2012) Dean’s Award for Teaching Excellence (2011) President/Pro-Vice-Chancellor Award for Outstanding Teaching and Innovation (2010, twice) Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2022) Outstanding Peer Reviewer Award (2021) Dr. Lau is actively involved in academic service, including thesis examination, mentoring, editorial responsibilities, and public engagement through media contributions. She has supervised non-HDR students and served as an examiner for doctoral theses. Her leadership in establishing HR forums at Monash University Malaysia bridges academia and industry, promoting knowledge exchange. She also contributes to research projects, such as on responsible computer consumption, and aligns her work with UN Sustainable Development Goals. She is involved in various labs and academic networks focused on HR development, green business practices, and educational innovation, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration across Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

Marika JalovaaraView profile

Professor

• Demography
• Family Dynamics
• Social Inequalities
• +9 more

Marika Jalovaara is a Professor of Sociology (specializing in demography) at the University of Turku, Finland. She is Principal Investigator and Consortium Director of the FLUX project ( Family Formation in Flux – Causes, Consequences and Possible Futures ) funded by the Strategic Research Council (SRC), and a Research Area Director in the INVEST Research Flagship on Inequalities, Interventions, and the New Welfare State . Research Interests: Her work focuses on family dynamics—including cohabitation, marriage, childbearing, and fertility—and their links to social and gender inequalities, welfare state policies, and demographic change. She employs register-based data and advanced quantitative methods to analyze long-term societal trends. The most recent publications reflect a strong focus on fertility trends, parental leave systems, partnership dynamics, and societal sustainability. Her research combines policy-relevant analysis with rigorous demographic methods, often examining how structural factors like education, employment uncertainty, and social policy shape family formation and life outcomes. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Academy Research Fellow, Academy of Finland (2014–2019) Advising and Grants: As PI of multiple major projects—including FLUX, NEFER, and WP2 in TITA—she leads interdisciplinary teams and mentors early-career researchers. Her work has been consistently funded by the Academy of Finland, reflecting its national significance. Leadership and Service: She served as President of the Finnish Demographic Society (2014–2023) and remains an active board member, contributing to the advancement of demographic research in Finland.

• Psychosocial health risks
• Mental health
• Organizational justice
• +7 more

Marko Elovainio is a Research Professor at the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), affiliated with the Service System Research unit within the Welfare State Research department. He also holds a professorship in Psychology at the University of Helsinki and collaborates with its Psychosocial Factors and Health research group. University: Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare School: Welfare state research Department: Service system research Academic Rank: Research Professor His research centers on the psychosocial aspects of social and health care systems, with a focus on leadership fairness, work organization, personnel cooperation, and psychosocial risks to health. His groundbreaking work on organizational justice has influenced research internationally, with replications in England, Central Europe, and Japan, and has informed organizational decision-making practices. His recent publications, spanning from 2021 to 2025, reveal a consistent focus on social determinants of health, particularly social isolation and loneliness. These studies, often large-scale prospective multicohort analyses using UK Biobank data, explore links between psychosocial factors and outcomes such as hospital-treated infections, dementia, cardiovascular disease, and mortality. His methodological strengths include epidemiological research methods, psychometrics, and network analysis in healthcare contexts. Key Research Themes: Social isolation and loneliness Organizational justice and leadership Mental health in healthcare systems Workplace psychosocial risks Health service organization Marko Elovainio has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He has supervised no named students in the available information. He is actively engaged in collaborative research, particularly with the University of Helsinki, and his work continues to contribute significantly to public health and occupational psychology. He is fluent in Finnish (mother tongue), English (excellent), and Swedish (good).

Johan AlfonssonView profile

Researcher

• Precarious Employment
• Labor Economics
• Sociology of Work
• +3 more

Johan Alfonsson is an affiliated researcher at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Sociology and Work Science. He holds a PhD in Sociology and specializes in precarious employment, labor market dynamics, and social policy. His research examines issues such as low-wage jobs in Sweden, platform-mediated gig work, and the ideological underpinnings of labor market structures. He has conducted postdoctoral research on split shifts in elderly care funded by Forte and contributed to projects like the Forte-backed study on low-wage job proliferation (2005–2020). Alfonsson's work integrates neo-Marxist theory with empirical analysis, focusing on alienation in flexible capitalism and class structures. His publications span academic journals, books, and media articles, addressing topics like employment insecurity, power resources theory, and critiques of heritability methodologies. While no awards are explicitly listed, his extensive research output reflects significant scholarly contributions to labor studies and social policy. His advising and grants include involvement with Forte-funded projects, emphasizing applied research on labor market inequalities. Though no specific labs are mentioned, his collaborations with Halmstad University and interdisciplinary projects highlight networked research engagements.

• Social Policy
• Labor Market Studies
• Sociology
• +3 more

Antti Saloniemi is a Professor in Sociology at Tampere University's Faculty of Social Sciences, affiliated with the Unit of Social Research. His work focuses on labor market dynamics, employment policies, and societal well-being, with particular attention to topics like fixed-term employment, platform economies, and health interventions for the unemployed. His research integrates quantitative policy analysis and qualitative studies of work environments. Recent studies examine the impact of pandemic-era policies, platform work structures, and Nordic labor market adaptations. Key research interests include: (1) labor market transitions and structural changes, (2) psychosocial and physical work environment risks, (3) policy evaluation methodologies, and (4) the intersection of health systems and employment support. His work often compares Nordic countries, especially Finland and Sweden. Publications from 2020-2024 show increasing focus on digital platforms, pandemic-era organizational adaptations, and evaluation of local employment initiatives. Earlier work (2000s-2010s) established his expertise in fixed-term employment risks, construction industry work safety, and health interventions for marginalized workers. Notable contributions include longitudinal studies on employment trajectories, comparative analyses of temporary work conditions across industries, and pioneering research on platform economies in Nordic contexts. His work is frequently cited in policy discussions about labor market flexibility and workplace well-being.

Pasi PyöriäView profile

Lecturer

• Sociology
• Labor Studies
• Work Careers
• +7 more

Pasi Pyöriä is a University Lecturer in Sociology at Tampere University, affiliated with the Unit of Social Research within the Faculty of Social Sciences. His research focuses on working life and labor market studies, particularly job quality, precarious work, work careers, telework, and knowledge work. He has been active in research since at least 1997, contributing to over 190 publications, including peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and edited volumes. His work often addresses contemporary challenges such as the impact of economic crises on workplace well-being, the digitalization of work, and the future of work in Nordic models. Key research interests include analyzing career stability across industrial cohorts, the mental health implications of precarious work, and the evolving nature of telework and multi-locational work. Pyöriä has collaborated on projects such as 'Fragmented Work Careers? The Future of Work: Opportunities and Challenges for the Nordic Models' and 'Digitalization of financial administration – changing work and learning.' His contributions also extend to policy-oriented studies, including recruitment practices in labor-shortage sectors and immigrant employment integration. His publications span journals like the International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy , European Journal of Public Health , and Acta Sociologica . He actively participates in academic activities such as editorial roles, conference presentations, and peer-reviewing, reflecting his commitment to advancing sociological research. The Unit of Social Research provides a collaborative environment for his interdisciplinary work, which bridges theoretical insights with practical labor market challenges.

Audrey Lumley-SapanskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human Geography
• Migration Studies
• Human Trafficking
• +9 more

Audrey Lumley-Sapanski is an Assistant Professor of Geography in the Department of Geography at Colorado Mesa University (CMU), where she teaches human geography, world regional geography, GIS for social scientists, and introduction to cartography. She joined CMU in August 2023 after conducting research at the University of Nottingham’s Rights Lab, focusing on human trafficking, migration governance, and migrant vulnerabilities. Her educational background includes a PhD in Geography from The Pennsylvania State University, an MS in Masters of Science for Teachers from Pace University, and a BA in American Studies from Williams College. She was also a New York City Teaching Fellow in Social Studies, which led to high school teaching experience in social studies, economics, and governance, including leading student study abroad programs to Mexico and South Africa. Lumley-Sapanski’s research centers on the intersection of migration, governance, and human rights, particularly how policies and securitization affect migrant safety and integration. Her work explores 'points of inflection' in migratory journeys where exploitation risks increase, and how differential rights allocation based on migratory status leads to marginalization. Her research is both academic and policy-oriented, funded by organizations such as the International Organization for Migration, the International Labour Organization, and the UK’s Research Innovation fund. Her recent publications span journals like Political Geography , Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies , and Geoforum , as well as policy briefings for the UN and NGOs. The articles reflect consistent themes in migration policy, human trafficking during crises (e.g., the pandemic), and the spatial and institutional factors shaping refugee outcomes. Her work often employs qualitative and spatial analysis methods, with regional focus on the Central Mediterranean Route, the UK, Sudan, and the US. International Organization for Migration (IOM) International Labour Organization (ILO) Modern Slavery Policy and Evaluation Centre UK Research Innovation fund Lumley-Sapanski has collaborated extensively with policymakers and practitioners, contributing submissions to United Nations human rights bodies and co-authoring policy evaluations such as the Homes for Ukraine hosting scheme. While no formal advisees are listed, she has mentored students through field programs and taught graduate-level methods courses in Italy, the UK, and the US. She is actively involved in bridging academic research with real-world policy solutions, particularly in the areas of refugee integration, housing, and anti-trafficking initiatives. She is affiliated with interdisciplinary research networks focused on human rights and migration, including the Rights Lab at the University of Nottingham. Her future work is likely to expand on the geographies of forced displacement, the role of community hosting in refugee integration, and the evolving impacts of global crises on modern slavery.

• Management Psychology
• Organizational Behavior
• Human Resources Management
• +3 more

Prof. Dr. Ozan Büyükyılmaz is a distinguished academic in business management, currently serving as Professor at Karabük University's Faculty of Business, Department of Business. With over 19 years of academic experience, he has progressed from Research Assistant (2005-2013) to his current professorship (2024-), holding various positions including Associate Professor (2019-2024) and Assistant Professor (2013-2014). Since 2023, he has served as Head of the Department of Business, Management and Organization. His educational background includes: Doctorate in Business Administration (2007-2013) from Bülent Ecevit University Postgraduate in Business Administration (2004-2007) from Bülent Ecevit University Undergraduate in Public Administration (1999-2004) from Uludağ University Prof. Büyükyılmaz's research focuses on organizational behavior, human resources management, and management psychology. His work explores workplace dynamics including organizational justice, workplace relationships, leadership behaviors, and employee well-being. He has made significant contributions to understanding how organizational factors influence employee attitudes, with particular attention to workplace friendships, organizational gossip, and leadership styles. His research employs both quantitative and qualitative methodologies across healthcare, education, and business contexts. His extensive publication record includes 97 publications with 420 citations (h-index of 12 in UNIS, 21 in Google Scholar), demonstrating substantial scholarly impact. His recent work examines contemporary issues such as toxic leadership, workplace romance, and psychological aspects of organizational life, spanning 59 journal articles, 25 conference papers, and 3 books. Prof. Büyükyılmaz has supervised numerous graduate students, guiding research on organizational behavior and human resources management topics. His research has been supported by multiple projects funded by higher education institutions, including studies on generational differences in leadership perceptions, organizational health, and job insecurity. As an educator, he teaches diverse courses at all academic levels including Organizational Behavior, Management and Organization, Scientific Research Techniques, and Strategic Human Resources Management, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical applications for contemporary business challenges.

Revşan ŞenView profile

Lecturer

• Journalism
• Media Studies
• Digital Media
• +7 more

Revşan Şen is a Lecturer at Gaziantep University's Rectorate Media and Communication Research and Application Center, specializing in Journalism and Media Studies. Her work critically examines digital media transformations, disinformation ecosystems, and hyperlocal communication dynamics, with significant focus on Turkey's post-earthquake context and Syrian refugee communities in Gaziantep. Her academic credentials include: Doctorate in Journalism and Media Studies, Kocaeli University (2020-2025) Master's in Communication and Social Transformation, Gaziantep University (2016-2018) Bachelor's in Journalism, Akdeniz University (2014-2016) Şen's research centers on Journalism, Digital Media, and Migration Studies, with particular expertise in disinformation landscapes within cybergettos, AI's impact on journalistic practices, and hyperlocal media's role in disaster response. Her fieldwork with Syrian migrants explores traditional medicine transmission via social media and hate speech dynamics, while her 2023-2024 publications critically analyze precarity among Gaziantep's local journalists and WhatsApp's function as emergency communication infrastructure during earthquakes. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals three dominant thematic clusters: (1) Digital disruption in journalism (AI ethics, deinfluencing movements, infinite scrolling culture), (2) Crisis communication (earthquake coverage, hyperlocal solidarity networks), and (3) Migration-media intersections (hate speech, ethnomedicine transmission, refugee representation). Her methodology combines critical media analysis with ethnographic fieldwork, often focusing on Gaziantep's unique context as a refugee-hosting city. As principal investigator for the TÜBİTAK 1003 project 'Intercultural Communication Patterns of Syrian Immigrants and Gaziantep Locals' (2019-2022), she examined communication dynamics between refugees and host communities. Her current teaching portfolio includes Desktop Publishing and Digital Publishing courses, reflecting her commitment to practical media production skills alongside critical theory. She operates within Gaziantep University's Media and Communication Research and Application Center, which serves as her primary research hub for media innovation projects and community-focused communication initiatives targeting Gaziantep's diverse population.

Brendan BurchellView profile

Professor

• Labour Market Psychology
• Employment Quality
• Gender Segregation in Labour Markets
• +4 more

Brendan Burchell is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Cambridge, Faculty of Human, Social, and Political Science. He has held academic roles since 1985 and has been a lecturer since 1988. University: University of Cambridge Department: Department of Sociology Academic Rank: Professor Research Interests: Professor Burchell specializes in the psychological and social impacts of labor market dynamics, particularly job insecurity, zero-hours contracts, part-time work, and unemployment. His work examines gender segregation, emotional responses to financial stress (‘Financial Phobia’), and the intersection of mental health with employment conditions. Publications and Grants: His key projects include Research for Health in Conflict (R4HC) (2018–2022, £650K), studies on zero-hours contracts, and gender segregation in European labor markets. He has authored Job Insecurity and Work Intensification (Routledge, 2002) and contributed to major handbooks and policy reports. Scientific Awards: Pilkington Prize for Excellence in Teaching (2011) Current Doctoral Students: Vincent Hardy Emre Irdam Magdalena Soffia Contact: bb101@cam.ac.uk | +44 (0)1223 334524

Andreea CorbeanuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Meta-Analysis
• Job Performance
• Burnout
• +3 more

Andreea Corbeanu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Work & Employment Studies at the University of Limerick. Her research focuses on meta-analytic methods, job performance, burnout, and conceptual frameworks in organizational psychology. Her recent work explores the intersection of cognitive functions, conscientiousness, and workplace stress. She has collaborated with institutions like the University of Valencia and Erasmus University Rotterdam. Key trends in her publications include efficiency in selection decisions, work engagement dynamics, and burnout impacts on job performance. Scientific Awards Horia Pitariu National Award for Best Published Research (2024)

Soo Hyun ChoView profile

Associate Professor

• Family Economic Well-Being
• Financial Socialization
• Goals and Motivation
• +2 more

Dr. Soo Hyun Cho serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences within the College of Health & Human Services at California State University, Long Beach. Her academic expertise centers on financial behavior, family economic well-being, and cross-cultural financial socialization, with significant contributions during the pandemic era. Her educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Family Resource Management (2009), The Ohio State University M.S. in Family Resource Management (2005), Korea University B.S. in Home Economics Education (2003), Korea University Dr. Cho's research critically examines financial stress and its ripple effects on mental/physical health, particularly through pandemic-related studies. Her work in behavioral economics investigates how cultural contexts shape financial literacy and decision-making, while her cross-cultural comparisons reveal nuanced differences in financial behavior between Eastern and Western populations. She employs innovative methodologies including experimental designs and longitudinal analyses to explore links between economic insecurity, psychological resilience, and life satisfaction. Her publication trajectory (2020-2025) demonstrates escalating focus on pandemic-induced financial behaviors, with recurring themes of health-economic intersections, student loan decision-making, and racial/ethnic disparities in financial systems. Methodologically, she bridges quantitative rigor with real-world applicability through collaborations across public health and economics disciplines. Her accolades reflect scholarly impact: Multi-Disciplinary Research Award (2020-21) for data-driven social science modeling Best Paper Award (2022) from Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal Outstanding Professional in Research Award (2017) Faculty Stipend Award for Ethics Research (2019-20) As an educator, Dr. Cho has adapted curricula for pandemic-era challenges in Family and Consumer Sciences education, receiving recognition as Outstanding Advisor (2017). Her research program demonstrates consistent external validation through competitive university grants and high-impact publications in top-tier journals like Journal of Consumer Affairs and Journal of Financial Therapy.

KÜBRA NUR CİNGÖZView profile

Academic

• Aviation Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Sustainable Resource Management
• +3 more

KÜBRA NUR CİNGÖZ is a Research Assistant at the Faculty of Aviation and Astronautics, Gaziantep University , specializing in Aviation Management . Her academic journey includes a Master's degree in Aviation Management from Kocaeli University (2019-2021) and a License in Civil Aviation Transportation Management from Erzincan Binali Yildirim University (2014-2019), with ongoing doctoral studies at Kocaeli University since 2021. Her research focuses on organizational trust, sustainable resource allocation in aviation, and passenger behavior , reflecting collaborations with Dr. Vildan Durmaz and Didem Rodoplusahin. Recent publications address pandemic-era challenges, AI in aviation safety, and stakeholder synergy through Monte Carlo simulations. Her work spans international scientific books, refereed journal articles, and conference proceedings , covering topics like hand hygiene practices in aviation, system approaches in the aviation sector, and stress management in airline operations. She previously worked as an Operations Officer at Celebi Holding (2019-2020), bridging industry and academic expertise.

Nancy TandlerView profile

Researcher

• Playfulness Psychology
• Self-Compassion
• Romantic Relationships
• +7 more

Dr. Nancy Tandler is a researcher at the Department of Psychological Diagnostics and Differential Psychology within the Faculty of Philosophy I at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. She maintains an active research profile with numerous publications spanning multiple areas of psychology, particularly focusing on playfulness across the lifespan and self-compassion in various contexts. Her work appears in reputable journals across psychology and education disciplines. Dr. Tandler's research interests center on playfulness psychology, examining its manifestations and benefits from early childhood through adulthood. Her work explores how playfulness contributes to adaptive emotion regulation, stress coping at work, social relationships, and educational settings. She has conducted significant research on self-compassion, particularly its role in romantic relationships, teacher wellbeing, and as a protective factor against burnout. Her publications demonstrate a consistent focus on positive psychological resources that enhance human functioning across multiple life domains. Analysis of Dr. Tandler's recent publications reveals strong thematic continuity in her research program. She consistently examines how psychological resources like playfulness and self-compassion function as protective factors across different contexts. Her work bridges developmental, social, and educational psychology, often employing both self-report and peer-report methodologies. The research demonstrates practical applications for educators, mental health professionals, and organizational settings, with increasing attention to measurement development and validation of psychological constructs. Dr. Tandler teaches courses in Differential Psychology for children and adolescents at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, including seminars and exercise sessions related to the lecture. Her teaching appears closely aligned with her research interests, particularly in developmental and differential aspects of psychological functioning.