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Terry MizrahiView profile

Professor

• Community Organizing
• Social Policy
• Health Policy
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Terry Mizrahi, Ph.D., MSW served as a Professor at the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College (CUNY) from 1980 to 2019. She specialized in community organizing, social policy, and health policy. Her roles included chairing the Community Organization, Planning and Development practice method, co-founding the Education Center for Community Organizing (ECCO), and co-chairing the National Social Work Voter Mobilization Campaign. She earned her BA in Sociology from NYU, MSW from Columbia University, and PhD in Sociology from the University of Virginia. Research & Leadership: Mizrahi’s work spans professional socialization, coalition-building, and gender dynamics in organizing. She co-edited the Encyclopedia of Macro Social Work (2023) and pioneered studies on physician training. Her advocacy includes co-chairing the Special Commission to Advance Macro Social Work and leading NASW as its national president (2000–2003). She represented NASW as a Health Care Policy Fellow at HHS and advanced universal health coverage through Metro NY Health Care for All. Received CSWE’s Lifetime Career Award (2019) and multiple presidential awards from Hunter College. Honored with ACOSA’s Career Achievement Award and induction into Columbia’s Alumni Hall of Fame. Grants & Advising: Secured a Fulbright Fellowship (2006) in Israel, training professionals there. Advised on longitudinal physician career studies and interprofessional collaboration. Supervised 70+ articles, book chapters, and manuals on health policy and social work practice. Labs/Teams: Founded ECCO (1982–2006) and continues leadership roles in macro social work initiatives like Voting is Social Work (www.votingissocialwork.org).

Shaun H. CooperView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer Science
• Networking
• Distributed Computing
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Shaun H. Cooper is a College Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at New Mexico State University (NMSU). He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from NMSU (2000), an M.S. from the University of Texas (1988), and a B.S. from the University of New Mexico (1984). His research focuses on networking, distributed computing, computer security, and ethics. He previously served as Chief Information Officer/Associate Vice President for NMSU’s Information and Communication Technologies division, managing over 100 staff and a $16M budget. Education: Ph.D. Computer Science (NMSU, 2000), M.S. Computer Science (UT Austin, 1988), B.S. Computer Science (UNM, 1984). Professional Roles: 25+ years at NMSU, including leadership in IT policy and infrastructure. Current duties include teaching undergraduate courses, student advising, and departmental mentorship. Dr. Cooper is active in the New Mexico Supercomputing Challenge and officiates high school football. His technical expertise spans Unix systems, visualization technologies, and network security. He has presented widely on topics such as computer ethics, LAN configurations, and distributed systems.

• Architectural Design
• Computational Design
• Digital Fabrication
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Ethem Gürer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Interior Architecture at Istanbul Technical University. He holds a Doctorate in Architectural Design with Computers (Dr.) from the same institution. His research focuses on computational design methodologies, digital fabrication, virtual reality applications in architecture, and pedagogical innovations in design education. Education: PhD in Architectural Design with Computers (2007-2014) Master's in Architectural Design with Computers (2004-2007) Bachelor's in Architecture (2000-2004) Research Interests: Algorithmic design and generative systems Extended reality applications in AEC disciplines Digital tools for architectural pedagogy Material science integration in design processes Quantitative analysis of spatial perception Recent work trends show emphasis on immersive VR environments for education, computational pattern generation, and rethinking traditional design pedagogy through digital fabrication. His 2022-2025 publications particularly highlight decision support systems for ER SDKs and hermeneutical frameworks for design evaluation. Administrative roles include Department Deputy Chairman (since 2018) and membership in design technology committees. He has led architectural design studios emphasizing complex systems thinking and interdisciplinary approaches. Labs/Teams: Active member of İTÜ Design Technologies and Informatics Research Group since 2014, focusing on digital design innovation and educational tool development.

Nadia TeccoView profile

Research Fellow

• Ecological Economics
• Sustainable Development Governance
• Circular Economy (Food Systems)
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Nadia Tecco is a Research Fellow at the University of Gastronomic Sciences (UNISG) and Food Manager at the University of Turin. She specializes in ecological economics, focusing on sustainable governance of natural resource systems and circular economy applications in food production. Her work integrates environmental and social metrics, including life cycle assessment and multi-criteria analysis. Current positions: Research Fellow (UNISG), Food Manager (University of Turin) Key affiliations: Sustainability Area at the Department of Buildings and Sustainability (UniTo), Network of Universities for Sustainable Development (RUS) Her research emphasizes food systems sustainability, circular economy design, and policy implementation. Recent projects include eco-innovative procurement strategies for universities and the Turin Food Atlas initiative to foster circular urban food policies. She also collaborates on EU-funded projects addressing food waste valorization and sustainable development goals (SDGs). Teaching includes courses on 'Systemic Design for Circular Economy for Food' and 'Designing Sustainability' at UNISG. Her work bridges academia with institutional practice, focusing on participatory approaches and systemic solutions.

• Luxury Studies
• Design-Led Innovation
• Consumer Behavior
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Shaun Borstrock is a Professor of Luxury and Consumer Culture and Head of Knowledge Exchange and Research at Ravensbourne University London. He holds a visiting professorship at the Koppleman School of Business, Brooklyn College, New York. His work focuses on design-led innovation, luxury branding, and the intersection of technology with handmade craftsmanship in luxury goods. He advises global luxury brands like Ford, Gucci, and Fortnum and Mason, and frequently delivers keynote speeches on luxury consumerism. His research explores how technological advancements reshape perceptions of craftsmanship in luxury manufacturing, particularly through projects like Modeclix—a 3D-printed textile co-developed with Mark Bloomfield, which has been nominated for international awards. He is the editor of Luxury Studies: The In Pursuit of Luxury Journal , co-author of Crafting Luxury , and host of the In Pursuit of Luxury podcast. Borstrock’s publications span academic journals and media outlets like The Conversation , addressing topics ranging from sustainable luxury practices to pandemic-era retail resilience. His interdisciplinary collaborations bridge design, business, and technology to redefine luxury in a globalized context.

Ellen FridlandView profile

Research Fellow

• Philosophy of Mind
• Cognitive Science
• Philosophical Psychology
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Dr Ellen Fridland is a Visiting Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at King’s College London, Faculty of Arts & Humanities. She holds a PhD from the CUNY Graduate Center (2010) and completed a post-doctoral fellowship in the Berlin School of Mind and Brain at Humboldt University of Berlin. Her research focuses on empirically-informed philosophy of mind, emphasizing skill-based theories of cognition, moral agency, and personal identity. She explores intersections between philosophical psychology, embodiment, and Buddhist epistemology. Education: PhD in Philosophy (CUNY Graduate Center, 2010) Postdoctoral Training: Berlin School of Mind and Brain (Humboldt University), including a visiting fellowship at Tufts Center for Cognitive Studies Her research interests span three core areas: foundational analyses of skill and control, developmental roles of skill in cognition, and applications to moral psychology. She also investigates embodied cognition, perception, and Buddhist theories of knowledge. Dr Fridland’s work bridges philosophy with cognitive science, neuroscience, and psychology, often employing experimental approaches to philosophical questions. Her recent publications (2020–2025) address topics like emotional self-knowledge, skill-based expertise, addiction, and moral agency. Though no grant details are provided, her research engagement spans interdisciplinary collaborations in skill theory and cognitive science. Dr Fridland is affiliated with the Philosophy Building at King’s College London’s Strand Campus and is open to supervising students in philosophy of mind, skill theory, or related areas.

Oscar PastorView profile

Professor

• Conceptual modeling
• Model-driven engineering
• Requirements engineering
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Full Professor and Director of the Valencian Research Institute of Artificial Intelligence (VRAIN) and the Research Center on Software Production Methods (PROS) at Polytechnic University of Valencia. Holds leadership positions including Director of Internationalization and Transference at VRAIN since 2022, Director of PROS since 2008, and former Director of the Department of Informatics Systems and Computation (2001-2002). PhD in 1992 after research at HP Labs, Bristol. Research spans conceptual modeling, model-driven engineering, and bioinformatics applications. Created the OASIS specification language and OO-METHOD production framework. Led development of IntegraNova, an MDA-based Conceptual Model Compiler commercialized through CARE Technologies (founded 1996). Current work focuses on Conceptual Modeling-based interpretation of Human Genome data. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary convergence between software engineering and genomics, with significant output in model-driven development validation, ontology-based modeling, and genomic data management systems. Key themes include empirical validation of modeling techniques, precision medicine infrastructure, and evolutionary algorithms for requirement traceability. International Peter Chen Award on Conceptual Modeling (2016) ER Fellow Award (2010) Supervised 33 PhD and 51 Master's theses. Secured extensive funding including 7 international, 8 national, and 5 regional competitive projects plus 10 technology transfer projects. Edited 33 conference proceedings and organized 12 international conferences. Serves on steering committees for ER, CAiSE, ESEM, and other major conferences. Leads the PROS Research Center and multidisciplinary teams bridging information systems and bioinformatics. Current projects develop tools for genomic data interpretation using conceptual modeling frameworks, with applications in precision medicine and life engineering.

Annalie DorphView profile

Research Fellow

• Wildlife Management
• Quantitative Ecology
• Invasive Species Ecology
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Dr. Annalie Dorph serves as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Predator Ecology within the School of Environmental and Rural Science at the University of New England's Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law. Based at the Armidale campus, she conducts research through the Practical Ecology, Science and Technology (PEST) Research Group, focusing on statistical approaches to complex ecological challenges. Her educational background includes a BSc (Honors) in Zoology from the University of New England and a PhD in Science from the University of Melbourne. These qualifications underpin her expertise in quantitative ecological methods and wildlife management. Dorph's research centers on invasive species ecology, particularly developing improved detection and management strategies for feral cats and European red foxes across Australian landscapes. She integrates statistical modeling with expert knowledge to create practical decision-support tools for land managers. Her work spans fire ecology, wildlife conservation, and the intersection of human activities with ecosystem dynamics, emphasizing multi-scale landscape patterns and their impacts on biodiversity. Her publication record demonstrates consistent output in high-impact journals, with recent work focusing on feral predator management, wildfire dynamics, and mammal community ecology. The research shows strong thematic continuity in applying quantitative methods to conservation challenges, particularly in fire-prone Australian ecosystems. Dorph actively supervises Honours and PhD students in native and invasive species management. Her research is supported through significant grants including the National Environmental Science Program – Resilient Landscapes Hub and NSW Environmental Trust Major Grants, reflecting the practical relevance of her work to environmental management. She maintains active participation in professional organizations including the Ecological Society of Australia, Australian Wildlife Management Society, Bayesian Network Modelling Association, and the National Environmental Science Program – Resilient Landscapes Hub, demonstrating strong engagement with both academic and applied conservation communities.

Alison CoolView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cultural Anthropology
• Science and Technology Studies
• Data Ethics
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Alison Cool is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of Colorado. Her research focuses on cultural anthropology, with an emphasis on science, medicine, and technology. She explores digital technologies, data ethics, privacy, and surveillance, particularly in Sweden. Her current project examines how experts, professionals, and activists navigate ethical and practical challenges in data protection and sharing, comparing legal frameworks with real-world data practices. She also investigates the role of twins in scientific research and behavioral economics perspectives. Dr. Cool earned her Ph.D. in 2013 from New York University. Her teaching includes courses such as 'Politics of Data and Numbers' and 'Cultures of Expertise.' Her work bridges anthropology with interdisciplinary research, addressing topics like transnational data regulation, biomedical ethics, and Scandinavian ethnography. She has authored numerous articles and chapters, including studies on biobanking, twin research, and data governance. Her research highlights discrepancies between legal ideals and practical implementations in data management, advocating for nuanced understandings of ethical relationships with data.

• Biblical Exegesis
• Textual Criticism
• Religious Poetry
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John Gallagher is a Lecturer in the School of English at the University of St Andrews and Assistant Editor of Fontes Anglo-Saxonici, the comprehensive database of sources for Old English and Anglo-Latin literature. His research focuses on biblical exegesis, textual criticism, and religious literature in Late Antiquity and the Middle Ages. He is co-organizer of the international conference 'Entangled Christianities: 100–1500 CE'. Research explores translation practices in religious texts, medieval hermeneutics, cosmological frameworks in early Christian thought, and digital approaches to manuscript analysis. His scholarship examines how classical and late antique traditions influenced Anglo-Saxon literary culture.

• Nonprofit Management
• Public Policy
• Organizational Development
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Christoph Buerkli is a Professor of Nonprofit Management at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU), affiliated with the Lucerne School of Business and the Institute of Business and Regional Economics (IBR). He leads the Bachelor's and Master's programs in Public & Nonprofit Management, and has extensive experience in academic leadership roles such as Head of the Competence Center for Public & Nonprofit Management. His research focuses on nonprofit sector dynamics, organizational development, and strategic governance in healthcare and social services. He has authored or co-authored influential works like Management von Nonprofit Organisationen and contributed to numerous policy-oriented studies. Professionally, he serves as President of Spitex Stadt Luzern, a major social care organization, and advises on public-sector strategies and organizational reforms. His work bridges academic research with practical implementation in areas like social policy, healthcare access, and workforce innovation. Educational Background : - Lic. rer. pol. (MSc) in Business Economics from University of Bern (2002) - Multiple certificates in nonprofit management, educational governance, and organizational development from HSLU and affiliated institutions. Research & Projects : - Led projects on social strategy development for municipalities like Kriens and healthcare infrastructure in rural regions. - Conducted studies on workforce dynamics in nonprofits, including work & care challenges in aging societies. - Developed educational programs like the CAS in Social Insurance Management and Educational Governance. Key Contributions : - Over 50 publications in peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes. - Active in policy advisory roles for Swiss cantonal governments and nonprofit networks. - Spearheaded organizational restructuring projects for Spitex organizations and social welfare institutions.

Monica S. LamView profile

Professor

• Virtual Assistants
• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
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Monica S. Lam is the Kleiner Perkins, Mayfield, Sequoia Capital Professor in the Computer Science Department at Stanford University's School of Engineering, where she has been a faculty member since 1988. She serves as Faculty Director of the Open Virtual Assistant Lab (OVAL) and holds a courtesy appointment in the Electrical Engineering Department. Lam received her B.Sc. from the University of British Columbia in 1980 and her Ph.D. in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University in 1987. Her research spans multiple domains with a focus on creating trustworthy virtual assistants based on Large Language Models. She is particularly renowned for her work on the Almond virtual assistant, which emphasizes privacy preservation and open-source development. Her research interests include virtual assistants, natural language programming, machine learning, distributed mobile computing, and compiler technologies. Lam's recent publications reveal a strong focus on addressing key challenges in virtual assistant technology, particularly around hallucination reduction in LLMs, multilingual dialogue systems, semantic parsing, and multimodal interactions. Her work consistently emphasizes privacy preservation, open-source development, and user control over data. Member of the National Academy of Engineering ACM Fellow NSF Young Investigator Award (1992) ACM Most Influential Programming Language Design and Implementation Paper Award (2001) Wikimedia Foundation's Research of the Year Award (2024) for eliminating LLM hallucinations Popular Science's Best of What's New Award in Security (2019) for Almond virtual assistant Lam has advised numerous PhD students who have gone on to prominent positions at institutions like MIT, Harvard, Google, and Amazon. Her research has been supported by significant funding including NSF grants and industry partnerships. She leads the Open Virtual Assistant Lab (OVAL), which focuses on developing open, privacy-preserving virtual assistant technologies that give users control over their data while maintaining functionality.

Juan Carlos Preciado RodríguezView profile

Associate Professor

• Web Engineering
• Data Intensive Systems
• Big Data
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Juan Carlos Preciado Rodríguez is an Associate Professor of Computer Languages and Systems at the University of Extremadura (Spain), affiliated with the Quercus Software Engineering Group. He has held significant academic roles, including Deputy Rector for over 8 years. His research focuses on Web Engineering, Big Data, Machine Learning, and Smart Cities, with over 60 scientific publications. He founded Homeria Open Solutions SL and MetrikaMedia SL, two spin-offs from UEx. He has led multiple R&D projects, including 1 European, 1 national, and 1 regional initiative, and participated in 18 R&D contracts as Principal Investigator in 5 cases. He holds 2 national patents and actively contributes to academic and entrepreneurial ventures. His educational background includes a PhD, though specific details are not provided. Research interests span Model-Driven Engineering (MDE), Business Intelligence, and Data Visualization. Recent work includes applications in demand forecasting, smart cities, and educational data analysis. Notable projects involve leveraging data-driven approaches for university dropout prediction and optimizing vocational training programs using TOPSIS methodology. He has engaged in collaborative ventures such as SCPL (Social Cooperative Programming Language) and AutoCRUD for workflow automation. His work bridges software engineering with societal challenges, including unmanned aerial systems for smart city services and advanced visualization tools like LiveSankey. His contributions span both technical innovation and archaeological studies, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Information Retrieval
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Zalán Bodó is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science , Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Information Retrieval, Natural Language Processing, Formal Languages, and Computer Vision . He holds an Erdős number of 4 and maintains an active presence in academic networks like Google Scholar and DBLP. His work bridges theoretical and applied computer science, with contributions to malware analysis, explainable AI, and dataset compilation. He has published extensively on topics such as graph-based malware detection, automated code generation, and medical imaging applications. His office is located at Mathematicum Building (room 207), and he can be reached via zalan.bodo@ubbcluj.ro or zalan.bodo@gmail.com .

Patria de Lancer JulnesView profile

Professor

• Public Administration
• Performance Measurement
• Government Capacity Building
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Dr. Patria de Lancer Julnes serves as the inaugural Rosenthal Endowed Professor of Public Administration and Director of the School of Public Administration at the University of New Mexico. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Administration from Rutgers University, Newark, NJ. With over two decades of academic leadership, she has held senior roles including Associate Dean at Baruch College, CUNY, and faculty positions at University of Baltimore, Utah State University, and others. Research Focus: Performance measurement systems, government capacity building, citizen-driven governance, and democratic accountability. Notable Work: Co-authored Performance-Based Management Systems: Effective Implementation and Maintenance and Innovation in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors . Global Impact: Advised governments in Latin America and Europe on governance reforms and collaborated on projects addressing underserved populations, including Hispanic youth initiatives. Her research emphasizes bridging theory and practice, particularly in leveraging performance metrics for equitable outcomes. Recent articles analyze governance reforms in China, healthcare disparities in Pennsylvania, and community indicator integration strategies. Awards: Officer's Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic (Spain) National Academy of Public Administration Fellow (2019) ASPA Donald C. Stone Service Award As ASPA President-Elect, she advocates for inclusive governance frameworks and promotes innovation in public administration education and practice.