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Philip RobbinsView profile

Associate Professor

• Experimental Ethics
• Moral Psychology
• Philosophy of Psychology
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Philip Robbins is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Philosophy at the University of Missouri, part of the College of Arts and Science. He holds a PhD from the University of Chicago and an AB from Harvard University. His research focuses on experimental ethics, moral psychology, and the philosophy of psychology, with a particular interest in how adversity and technology influence moral judgment. Robbins has authored or co-edited key texts like The Cambridge Handbook of Moral Psychology (2025) and The Cambridge Handbook of Situated Cognition (2009). His work bridges philosophy with empirical research, examining topics such as AI ethics, moral responsibility attribution, and the psychological underpinnings of moral evaluation. Robbins has received awards including the Purple Chalk Award for Excellence in Teaching (2009) and has supervised numerous graduate and undergraduate students in philosophy and interdisciplinary projects. He directs the MU Experimental Philosophy Lab and has organized conferences on themes like situated cognition and moral psychology. His recent research includes studies on the impact of past suffering on moral praise and the ethical implications of AI-assisted warfare. Education highlights include a PhD in Philosophy (University of Chicago, 2000), AM in Philosophy (University of Chicago, 1993), MA in Art History (Northwestern University, 1991), and AB in Fine Arts (Harvard, 1985). Robbins has held roles such as Director of Graduate Studies (2012–2015) and has been active in university governance, including service on curriculum committees and the College of Arts and Science Undergraduate Scholarship Committee. His grants include funding for experimental philosophy projects and critical thinking course development. Robbins collaborates widely, co-authoring papers with scholars like Brian F. Malle and Francisco Alvear, and his work has been featured in media outlets like Science Daily and Neuroscience News .

Craig HarperView profile

Associate Professor

• Forensic Psychology
• Attitudes toward Sexual Offenders
• Atypical Sexuality
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Craig Harper is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Nottingham Trent University's School of Social Sciences. He specializes in forensic psychology, focusing on attitudes toward sexual offenders, atypical sexualities, and political psychology. His research explores how cognitive processes like heuristics and affect influence public attitudes toward marginalized groups, including individuals with sexual convictions and sex doll owners. He co-leads the Harm and Stigma Prevention in Forensic Psychology (HASP-FP) Research Group and chairs the Psychology Open Research Forum, advocating for research transparency. Dr. Harper's career includes roles at the University of East London and University of Lincoln before joining NTU in 2016. He holds a PhD from the University of Lincoln, examining dual-process cognitive mechanisms in attitudes toward sexual offenders. His research interests span forensic psychology, political ideology, and the psychology of atypical sexualities. Notable projects include studying sex doll ownership, minor-attraction experiences, and stigma reduction interventions. He collaborates internationally with institutions like the University of Massachusetts Lowell and the University of Derby. Recent articles highlight his focus on treatment approaches for minor-attracted persons, prison-based interventions for autistic offenders, and ideological responses to public health measures. His work is funded by organizations such as NOTA and the Church of England. Dr. Harper supervises doctoral students and teaches modules like The Psychology of Sexual Offending and Explanations of Crime. He is a member of the Heterodox Academy, promoting intellectual diversity in academia.

Paula StaceyView profile

Lecturer

• Auditory Perception
• Hearing Impairment
• Perceptual Learning
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Dr. Paula Stacey is a Principal Lecturer in Psychology at the School of Social Sciences, Nottingham Trent University (NTU). Her research focuses on auditory perception, hearing impairment, and perceptual learning, with a particular emphasis on improving speech perception for cochlear implant users through auditory training. She teaches research methods and supervises final-year projects. Previously, she worked at the MRC Institute of Hearing Research and completed her PhD at the University of York. Her work explores audiovisual speech perception in noise, forensic voice identification, and the impact of aging and hearing loss on perceptual integration. She collaborates with institutions like the MRC Institute of Hearing Research and the NIHR Nottingham Biomedical Research Unit in Hearing, supported by grants from Deafness Research UK and the Medical Research Council. Dr. Stacey reviews for journals such as the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Applied and Ear and Hearing, and evaluates grants for organizations like the Medical Research Council. Her research bridges cognitive psychology, audiology, and forensic science, addressing practical challenges in hearing rehabilitation and legal applications of voice recognition. Her lab work involves developing training approaches for cochlear implant users, optimizing voice parade procedures, and studying eye movements linked to the McGurk effect. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to advance both theoretical understanding and real-world interventions in hearing science.

• Organizational Psychology
• Affect and Self-Regulation
• Creativity and Innovation
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Ronald Bledow is an Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour & Human Resources at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Singapore Management University. He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology (with Highest Honors) from the University of Giessen (2010). His research focuses on affect and self-regulation, creativity and innovation, leadership dynamics, and multilevel organizational processes. Notable projects include the DYNAVITY joint Singapore-German research initiative and grants from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Singapore's Ministry of Education. His work bridges psychological mechanisms with organizational outcomes, emphasizing how temporal factors (e.g., chronotype alignment, sleep quality) and leadership behaviors influence creativity, work engagement, and procrastination. Key contributions include demonstrating how time pressure and positive affect compensate for self-regulatory failures and revealing inverted-U relationships between action-state orientation and creativity under low autonomy. Awards include the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Psychologie Dissertation Award (2011) and Outstanding Reviewer recognition from the Academy of Management. His research spans entrepreneurship self-efficacy dynamics, ambidextrous leadership, and the temporal patterns of team innovation. Current strategic priorities include digital transformation's impact on organizational creativity and well-being. His academic service includes grant peer reviews and contributions to journals like Journal of Applied Psychology and Academy of Management Journal . He maintains active collaborations with institutions such as Ulm University (Germany) and Amsterdam Business School.

Gianvito PioView profile

Associate Professor

• Data Mining
• Bioinformatics
• Social Network Analysis
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Gianvito Pio is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy. His research spans data mining, bioinformatics, social network analysis, multi-relational data mining, and big data analytics. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Bari (2015) and has taught courses such as Big Data Management and Analysis and Security in Blockchain Technology . As an expert in heterogeneous network analysis, he develops methods for anomaly detection in cryptocurrency trends, microbiome data interpretation, and legal judgment clustering. He leads the local research unit of the PRIN 2022 project COCOWEARS and contributes to journals like the Machine Learning Journal and Expert Systems with Applications as an associate editor. His recent work includes multi-view learning for risk identification in dynamic networks, spatially-aware models for energy forecasting, and biclustering algorithms for biological data. Collaborations with researchers such as Michelangelo Ceci and Antonio Pellicani highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Gianvito Pio also organizes academic events like the Discovery Science conference and contributes to open-source software tools including HOCCLUS2 and GENERE .

Ruben LaukkonenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• cognitive neuroscience
• meditation
• consciousness
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Dr. Ruben Laukkonen is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor equivalent) in cognitive science and computational neuroscience at Southern Cross University, with honorary fellowships at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam and The University of Queensland. His award-winning research integrates neural, psychological, and computational approaches to study meditation, insight, and consciousness. Research highlights: Bayesian models of advanced meditation states Mechanisms of true/false insight experiences Neural correlates of consciousness using EEG/Machine Learning Chief Investigator on Australia's largest psychedelic clinical trial ($4M funding) He publishes in leading journals, speaks internationally, and consults for the OECD on AI and education. His work explores rare states of consciousness across multiple explanatory levels, from neural dynamics to subjective phenomenology. Laukkonen received the 2024 Mid-Career Researcher Award for Research Excellence.

Marko DragojevicView profile

Associate Professor

• Language Attitudes
• Communication Accommodation Theory
• Processing Fluency
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Marko Dragojevic is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Kentucky's College of Communication and Information (CI). He holds a PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara. Dr. Dragojevic's research focuses on language attitudes, communication accommodation theory, and processing fluency, particularly examining how accent, code-mixing, and group identity influence social perceptions. His work intersects sociolinguistics, intergroup communication, and health communication. Key research areas include: Effects of accented speech on audience perceptions Code-mixing in educational and tourism materials Role of processing fluency in communication effectiveness Stereotyping based on linguistic and cultural markers Awards include the 2017 Wethington Excellence in Research Award and the 2018 James J. Bradac Early Career Award. He has led grants on topics like 'Americans’ Attitudes Toward Foreign Accents' and 'Effects of Jargon and Accent on Science Communication.' His research demonstrates trends in analyzing how linguistic features shape intergroup interactions, with implications for public health messaging, educational policy, and organizational inclusivity.

Ramanathan SubramanianView profile

Associate Professor

• Human-centered computing
• AI systems
• Non-verbal behavioral analysis
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Ramanathan Subramanian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Technology & Systems, AI and Robotics at the University of Canberra. His past affiliations include IIT Ropar and UIUC, Singapore. He has received notable awards including the IEEE Transactions on Affective Computing Best Paper Award (2019) and Multimedia Rising Star nomination (2015). His research focuses on Human-centered computing, AI systems leveraging non-verbal behavioral cues, and applications in health analytics and virtual reality. He actively supervises PhD and Master’s students in areas like Human-Computer Interaction, Data Science, and VR for healthy aging. Research interests: Human perception modeling, intelligent interfaces, health-focused VR, and applied machine learning Key projects: Driver sentiment prediction, distraction awareness campaigns, and robotics for waste management His work contributes to UN SDGs related to health and well-being, particularly through technologies improving aging care and mental health monitoring. Recent projects include developing explainable AI for emotion inference and multimodal data fusion systems. Awards: IEEE Best Paper Award, Multimedia Rising Star Grants: Lead or Co-Investigator on three major grants totaling over AUD 4M Labs/Teams: Collaborates extensively with the University's robotics and health tech groups, contributing to interdisciplinary projects in AI ethics and medical signal processing.

Yuan LiView profile

Associate Professor

• Online Information Security
• Privacy Management
• Computer-Aided Decision Making
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Yuan Li is an Associate Professor and Gibbs Faculty Fellow at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Haslam College of Business, affiliated with the Accounting & Information Management department. His expertise spans online information security, privacy management, computer-aided decision-making, and business analytics. Education: Ph.D. in Management Information Systems, University of South Carolina (2006) M.S. in Business Administration, Northeastern University, China (2000) B.S. in Industrial Engineering and Management, Northeastern University, China (1996) Research focuses on cybersecurity policy compliance, digital identity management, and decision support systems. His work explores psychological factors in phishing detection, cloud computing adoption barriers, and victim responses to identity theft. Recent studies investigate the interplay between stress and security policy adherence in organizational settings. Notable awards include Best Paper recognitions at the Midwest Association for Information Systems (2017) and Southeast Decision Science Institute (2012/2011). His early career was marked by an Excellent Master Thesis award (2000). Research interests bridge technical systems and human behavior, with emphasis on: Cybersecurity workforce training Consumer privacy decision-making Technology adoption in auditing Knowledge management frameworks

• Human Evaluation
• Data-to-text Generation
• Natural Language Generation
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Chris van der Lee Dr. Chris van der Lee is an Assistant Professor at Tilburg University's Tilburg School of Humanities and Digital Sciences (TSHD),隶属 Department of Communication and Cognition. His work focuses on human evaluation of natural language generation systems, data-to-text generation, and reproducibility challenges in computational linguistics. He actively contributes to advancing methodologies for assessing AI-generated content and improving transparency in research practices. Research Interests Key areas include: Human evaluation frameworks for automated text generation Data-to-text generation using small datasets Reproducibility in NLP research Conversational AI and chatbot interactions Awards Best Paper Award (2019) Best Thematic Paper Award (2021) Outstanding Reviewer Recognition (2020) Collaborations Dr. van der Lee collaborates with international researchers on projects like the ReproHum initiative, investigating reproducibility barriers in human evaluations. His work also involves interdisciplinary projects, such as developing digital health assistants for medication reconciliation.

Kristina RandView profile

Associate Professor

• Spatial Cognition
• Visual Perception
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Kristina Rand is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Utah, specializing in spatial cognition and visual perception. She directs the Visual Perception and Spatial Cognition Lab , focusing on how perceptual limitations affect navigation and spatial learning. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology (2014), University of Utah; M.S. in Psychology (2009), Montana State University; B.S. in Psychology (2006), University of Oregon. Her research examines spatial memory, environmental complexity, and cognitive adaptations for individuals with visual impairments. Key themes include the interplay between attention, mobility monitoring, and perceptual cues in navigation tasks. Her publications since 2009 highlight applications in accessibility design, human-computer interaction, and aging cognition. Articles analyze spatial learning impairments, distance perception biases, and assistive technologies like physical guidance and low-vision simulations. Contact details include office 630 BEHS and phone 801-581-8081 .

Sanjay MishraView profile

Professor

• Consumer Preference and Choice Modeling
• Choice Inconsistencies
• Advertising Processing
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Sanjay Mishra serves as Professor in the Department of Marketing and Business Law at the University of Kansas School of Business, where he integrates quantitative methodologies with consumer behavior research. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. and MBA from Washington State University, an M.S. from Ohio State University, and a B.S. from the Indian Institute of Technology, establishing technical rigor across his career spanning four decades. Ph.D., Washington State University MBA, Washington State University M.S., Ohio State University B.S., Indian Institute of Technology Professor Mishra's research centers on consumer preference modeling, choice inconsistencies, advertising processing, and conjoint analysis applications, with significant contributions to new product development and innovation management. His work bridges theoretical marketing frameworks with practical business strategy, particularly examining cognitive processes in consumer decision-making and methodological validation in survey research. Recent expansions demonstrate interdisciplinary reach while maintaining core marketing science principles. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals strategic diversification into medical research (ophthalmology, immunology), environmental science (sustainable materials, biomimicry), and sociopolitical studies, yet consistently applies his expertise in choice architecture and quantitative modeling. Key trends include repulsion/attraction effect investigations, cross-cultural consumer behavior, and translational applications of marketing science to health and sustainability challenges. His scholarly impact is evidenced through publications in premier outlets including the Journal of Marketing Research, Journal of Business Research, and Marketing Letters, though specific awards remain unlisted in source materials. Professor Mishra's teaching portfolio spans Business in India, Marketing Management, New Product Development, Categorical Data Analysis, and multiple entrepreneurship courses, reflecting his commitment to bridging academic theory with real-world business applications. While student names and grant details are unspecified, his extensive publication record across marketing, engineering, and medical journals suggests active research mentorship and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Current work indicates growing engagement with health sciences and environmental sustainability through methodological innovations in consumer behavior analysis.

Ann Christin PostenView profile

Associate Professor

• Trust and Distrust
• Cognitive Information Processing
• Memory and Eyewitness Testimony
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Ann Christin Posten is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology and the Centre for Social Issues Research at the University of Limerick. She holds a PhD from the University of Cologne, Germany. Her research focuses on cognitive mechanisms underlying judgment, decision-making, and social interactions, with particular emphasis on trust, distrust, memory, and institutional corruption. Education: PhD in Psychology, University of Cologne, Germany Her research interests include the cognitive foundations of trust and distrust, how these influence memory and perception, and the role of judgmental uncertainties in social contexts. She also investigates institutional corruption and its psychological underpinnings, employing experimental methods. Her work spans interdisciplinary areas such as social psychology, forensic psychology, and behavioral economics. Recent publications explore dominant response tendencies in social reactions, habitual trust behaviors, and the impact of formal sanctions on institutional efficiency. Her studies often highlight the interplay between cognitive processes and societal structures. Grants & Advising: Accepting PhD students. No specific grants listed. Labs/Teams: Active within the Centre for Social Issues Research at the University of Limerick.

Tim BlackwellView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Swarm Intelligence
• Computer Music
• Cellular Automata
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Tim Blackwell is a Senior Lecturer in the Computing Department at Goldsmiths, University of London. He holds a BSc in Physics (1980), a DPhil in Theoretical Physics (1984), and an MSc in Computer Science (2001). His research focuses on swarm intelligence, computational music, and optimization algorithms, with notable contributions to particle swarm optimization and tomographic reconstruction. Education: BSc Physics, 1980 DPhil Theoretical Physics, 1984 MSc Computer Science, 2001 His work bridges computational methods with artistic and scientific applications, including projects like 'A Sound You Can Touch' and 'Swarm Techtiles.' Recent research explores optimization benchmarks, environmental applications (e.g., illegal fishing detection), and evolutionary algorithms. Key publications span journals like IEEE Transactions on Evolutionary Computation and conferences such as GECCO. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating computational techniques with fields like music, image processing, and environmental science.

John FlibotteView profile

Associate Professor

• Neonatal Neurocritical Care
• Infant Brain Injury
• Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy
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Dr. John Flibotte is an Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, and holds multiple leadership roles at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). As Co-Medical Director of the Neonatal Neurocritical Care Program and Associate Program Director for both the Neonatal-Perinatal Fellowship and Pediatric Residency programs, he bridges clinical care, education, and research. His expertise spans neonatal neurocritical care, infant brain injury, and medical education innovation. Dr. Flibotte graduated from Harvard College and Harvard Medical School, completing residency and fellowship training at CHOP. His research focuses on neurodevelopmental outcomes after hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, hydrocephalus management, and neonatal neuroimaging. He collaborates with Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Radiology teams in the Neonatal/Infant Intensive Care Unit (N/IICU) and participates in high-risk prenatal consultations through the Special Delivery Unit. His educational contributions include mentorship programs for junior faculty and trainees, earning awards such as the Istvan Seri Teaching Award. He leads quality improvement initiatives addressing developmental follow-up for preterm infants and CLABSI reduction in neonatal care. Dr. Flibotte also serves on multiple institutional committees, including the Data Safety Monitoring Board for clinical trials in neonatal conditions. His publications span 20+ years, emphasizing translational research in neonatal neurology and critical care innovations. Key areas include predictive modeling for neurodevelopmental outcomes, parental decision-making in trials, and novel imaging techniques for brain injury detection. Awards: Early Career Honor Roll (Pediatric Residents Teaching) Istvan Seri Teaching Award (Neonatology Fellows) Schmidt-Kirpalani Mentoring Award (Fellows/Junior Faculty) His clinical and research teams collaborate across CHOP's Neonatology, Fetal Diagnosis and Treatment Center, and Neurocritical Care Program, integrating translational science with bedside care to improve outcomes for neonates with complex neurological conditions.