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Mustafa B. Ozturk is a Professor of Human Resource Management at Queen Mary University of London's School of Business and Management, affiliated with the Department of People and Organisations. He holds roles as Programme Director for the MSc International Human Resource Management and coordinator for the International Foundation Programme and Pre-Masters. His academic journey includes a BA in Economics and Politics from New York University, followed by MA and PhD studies at the University of Chicago, focusing on the political economy of human capital. Dr. Ozturk's research emphasizes workplace equality, diversity, and inclusion, particularly addressing systemic disadvantages related to gender identity, sexual orientation, race, and ethnicity. He is a member of the Centre for Research in Equality and Diversity (CRED) and actively supervises doctoral students exploring themes like gender inequality in finance, ethnic minority entrepreneurship, and global diversity management. His teaching includes BUS269: Organisational Behaviour. Research interests span both developed and developing regions, including Turkey, China, and the UK. He has published widely on topics such as racialized incivility, LGBTQ+ workplace inclusion, and gender equality in global contexts. Supervision expertise includes doctoral projects on intersectionality in talent management, corporate socio-political activism, and gender disparities in finance.

• Workplace Equality
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Gender Studies
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Griseldis Kirsch is a researcher at the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics (LAC) at SOAS University of London. Her work focuses on Japanese media and popular culture, with particular emphasis on gender, transnationalism, and identity politics. She has edited and contributed to key publications such as the Handbook of Japanese Media and Popular Culture in Transition (2022) and Assembling Japan: Modernity, Technology and Global Culture (2015). Her research spans visual culture, historical memory, and media's role in constructing national identities. Recent articles examine topics ranging from imperial nostalgia in Japanese television to the representation of cultural otherness and gender dynamics in propaganda films. She has supervised or collaborated on theses exploring single motherhood, anime music, and Korean-Japanese media remakes. Notable trends in her publications include critiques of Japanese nationalism, analysis of transpacific cultural flows, and investigations into minority representations. Her work bridges film studies, anthropology, and cross-cultural communication, often addressing tensions between local and global influences in media. Current affiliations include contributions to the JAPAN DOCUMENTS publication series and ongoing scholarly engagement with Japanese television dramas, anime, and their socio-political implications.

• Japanese Media
• Popular Culture
• Gender Studies
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Nicholas Bamforth serves as Associate Professor of Law and Fellow at The Queen's College, University of Oxford, with additional roles as Statutes and Bylaws Officer and Equalities Officer. His institutional affiliations include the Faculty of Law, Bonavero Institute of Human Rights, and Oxford Human Rights Hub. University service encompasses Proctorship, membership on the University Council, and participation in the Vice-Chancellorship Nominating Committee. He completed undergraduate and graduate legal studies at the University of Oxford. His academic credentials underpin expertise in constitutional structures and human rights frameworks. Bamforth's research critically examines intersections of Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Human Rights Law, and Sexuality and Law. His scholarship challenges religiously influenced legal doctrines through works like Patriarchal Religion, Sexuality and Gender: A Critique of New Natural Law and Sexuality, Morals and Justice . Current investigations focus on LGBT rights jurisprudence, discrimination law theory, and the implementation of European Convention rights within national legal systems. Publication analysis reveals sustained emphasis on human rights protection mechanisms, particularly regarding European Convention implementation, historical accountability for state atrocities, and sexual orientation/gender identity discrimination. His work consistently employs comparative constitutional analysis to advance arguments for LGBT rights within domestic legal frameworks. No scientific awards or fellowships were documented in the source materials. Teaching responsibilities demonstrate active academic mentorship across Constitutional Law (Moderations), Administrative Law (FHS), and Human Rights Law (third-year option) within the College, plus Comparative Human Rights at BCL/MJur level. While specific grant funding isn't referenced, his role in the Human Rights Law Research Group indicates collaborative scholarly engagement. He maintains active participation in the Human Rights Law Research Group as an Academic Affiliate of the Bonavero Institute of Human Rights, contributing to the Oxford Human Rights Hub's initiatives on global human rights discourse and constitutional interpretation.

• Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• Human Rights Law
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Blake Miller is an Assistant Professor of Computational Social Science in the Department of Methodology at the London School of Economics (LSE), affiliated with the Data Science Institute. Their research focuses on computational methods applied to political communication in authoritarian regimes, particularly China, and the intersection of social media with political violence and identity politics. They hold a PhD from the University of Michigan (2018) and conducted postdoctoral research at Dartmouth College. Key substantive areas include: China's surveillance-driven security state and information control mechanisms Political mobilization through moral outrage and outgroup targeting Technological adaptations in authoritarian governance Methodological expertise spans machine learning, text analysis, and fairness in AI applications. Their book project Platforms and Power examines how authoritarian states delegate censorship to private platforms. Teaching focuses on quantitative text analysis and machine learning in political contexts. Research outputs include influential work on: Censorship patterns during China's zero-COVID protests Moral-emotional triggers for violence support Evaluation of active learning algorithms for text labeling Blake's work has been featured in The Washington Post , China File , and the CSIS Pekingology Podcast. They maintain an active presence in interdisciplinary research communities.

• Computational Social Science
• Text Analysis
• Social Media Politics
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Dr. Hameed Chughtai is an Associate Professor at Lancaster University Management School, where he conducts critical research on decolonial approaches to information systems and the engagement of marginalized populations with technology. His work spans multiple research centers including the Academy for Gender and Social Justice, the Pentland Centre for Sustainability in Business, and the Centre for Technological Futures. Dr. Chughtai's research focuses on critical and decolonial approaches to technology, with particular interest in how marginalized populations such as Indigenous Peoples interact with information technologies. His methodological approach emphasizes fieldwork and ethnographic methods to examine ethical aspects of technology, body, marginalization, decolonization, and Indigenous scholarship. His work challenges conventional information systems research paradigms by centering local contexts and marginalized perspectives. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward decolonizing information systems research, with increasing focus on ethical considerations in technology, particularly regarding generative AI applications and the experiences of marginalized communities. His work bridges theoretical frameworks from postcolonial studies, critical theory, and information systems to create more inclusive and contextually relevant research approaches. Associate Editor at the Information Systems Journal Senior Editor at The Electronic Journal of Information Systems in Developing Countries Chair of IFIP Working Group 9.5 Guest Senior Editor for special issues on Decoloniality in IS Research (2022-2024) Guest Senior Editor for special issues on Addressing Refugees and Migration Issues (2024-2026) As a dedicated supervisor, Dr. Chughtai mentors postgraduate research students in critical and interpretive research related to digital technologies, focusing on ethical technology, marginalization, and decolonial approaches to information systems.

• Information Systems
• Decolonial Theory
• Critical Technology Studies
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Alina Tryfonidou is a Professor of Law at the University of Reading, specializing in EU law (particularly free movement law) and the protection of LGBT+ rights. She holds a PhD from King's College London and has held academic roles since 2007, including positions at the University of Leicester and King's College. Her research focuses on EU legal frameworks governing minority rights, cross-border mobility, and judicial precedents. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and the Centre of European Law at King's College. Tryfonidou has contributed to policy reports for the European Parliament and the European Commission, addressing obstacles faced by rainbow families under EU law. Her work has influenced Advocate Generals at the European Court of Justice. Education: LLB (2001), LLM (2002), PhD (2008) from King's College London. Professional affiliations include non-practising membership of the Cyprus Bar and roles as Visiting Tutor/Lecturer at King's College. She has delivered lectures at leading universities globally and participated in high-profile events such as the European Parliament's LGBTI Intergroup. Research interests emphasize the intersection of EU law and marginalized groups, particularly through case law analysis and policy critique. Her recent publications (2017–2023) explore topics like parental rights recognition, free movement of rainbow families, and discrimination frameworks. She advises doctoral students on EU law and LGBT+ rights. Awards include the FHEA fellowship and recognition for contributions to comparative European law.

• EU Law
• Free Movement Law
• LGBT+ Rights
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Dr. Mark Pendleton is a Senior Lecturer in Japanese Studies at the School of Languages, Arts and Societies, University of Sheffield. He holds a BA from Griffith University and a PhD in History from the University of Melbourne. His research focuses on social and cultural history, particularly 20th-century Japan, with expertise in memory studies, gender and sexuality, transnational movements, and industrial heritage. He has lived in Japan for six years, including stints as an exchange student and salaried worker, and has worked with NGOs in Australia. Research Highlights: Investigates traumatic memory (e.g., 1995 Tokyo subway attack), queer histories, and urban ruins. Leads projects like AHRC's 'Reconfiguring Ruins.' Teaching: Oversees the Japanese Studies undergraduate program and emphasizes primary sources in teaching. Service: Serves on Social Sciences Equality Committees and advises on gender equality at the university. His work bridges history and cultural studies, analyzing sites such as Hashima Island and Tokyo’s urban spaces. He frequently engages media for commentary on Japanese cultural and political issues.

• Social and Cultural History
• Japanese Studies
• Memory Studies
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Francesca Stella is a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Glasgow, affiliated with the School of Social and Political Sciences. Her research focuses on migration, sexuality, and queer studies, particularly in the context of Scotland and post-Soviet regions. She has held grants from the ESRC, British Academy, and others, and has supervised numerous PhD students. Her work explores migrant integration, language policies, and LGBTQ+ rights, with a special emphasis on Eastern European and former Soviet populations. She has authored multiple books and articles, including Lesbian Lives in Soviet and Post-Soviet Russia . Research Interests: Queer migrations, language learning, migration policies, Russia/post-Soviet sexualities. Grants: ESRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (2012), British Academy Grant (2019-2022). Teaching: Global Migrations, Sociology of Gender, Migration and Society. Stella’s recent projects include studies on ESOL programs for migrants and queer migrant narratives in Scotland. She is also involved in public engagement, co-developing educational materials for ESOL classrooms and youth groups.

• Queer migrations
• Migration, settlement, and belonging
• Language learning in migratory contexts
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Dr. Timothy Hildebrandt is an Associate Professor of Social Policy and Development at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). His work focuses on social policy, development, NGOs, activism, and China studies. He teaches courses on NGOs, social policy, and social movements. Trained as a political scientist, his research examines how policies affect marginalized groups like LGBT communities and how NGOs address inequalities in policy processes. His expertise includes China, with comparative studies in Southeast Asia, Africa, the UK, and the US. Education: PhD in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Louisville and University of Southern California. Prior roles include staff at the Woodrow Wilson Center, managing editor of the China Environment Series, and teaching in China. Research Interests: NGOs, civil society, China's social policies, activism, public health (including HIV/AIDS), and the intersection of sexuality and policy. His work combines qualitative and quantitative methods, addressing real-world policy challenges. He has published widely in journals like China Quarterly and The China Quarterly. Roles: Executive Committee member of The China Quarterly editorial board, LSE-Fudan Research Centre governing council member, and editorial board member of Global Public Policy and Governance. He frequently serves as an expert witness in asylum cases and is a sought-after media commentator on China-related issues. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with LSE's Department of Social Policy, contributing to international collaborative research networks. His research often involves cross-national comparative analysis.

• Social Policy
• Development
• NGOs
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Howard Chiang is the Lai Ho & Wu Cho-liu Endowed Chair in Taiwan Studies and Professor of East Asian Languages & Cultural Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He holds a Ph.D. in History (History of Science) from Princeton University (2012) and has held roles such as Assistant Professor at the University of Warwick (2012–2016). His research bridges modern Chinese history, global queer studies, and the history of science and medicine, with a focus on gender, sexuality, and the human sciences. He is affiliated with the Center for Taiwan Studies and has directed major research networks like the AHRC-funded 'China and the Human Sciences: 1600 to the Present.' Chiang's awards include the Gregory Sprague Prize (2010) and the John C. Burnham Award (2007), recognizing his contributions to LGBTQ history and the history of human science. He has authored/co-edited over 20 books, including After Eunuchs and Transtopia in the Sinophone Pacific , and co-edits the Cultural History Series . His work challenges China-centric frameworks, emphasizing transnational and postcolonial perspectives in Sinophone studies.

• Modern Chinese History
• Cultural History
• Gender Studies
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Eleanor Formby is a Professor of Sociology and Youth Studies at Sheffield Hallam University's Social and Economic Research Institute, affiliated with the College of Social Sciences and Arts. With over 20 years of qualitative research experience, her work focuses on LGBTQ+ youth experiences, inclusive education, anti-bullying initiatives, and community dynamics. Her expertise intersects education, sociology, and LGBTQ+ studies, addressing topics like school environments, sex education, and community belonging. She has authored two books and numerous articles, funded by institutions such as the Arts and Humanities Research Council and the Equality and Human Rights Commission. Formby serves on editorial boards for Pastoral Care in Education and Sex Education , and contributes to policy through stakeholder collaborations. Her research has been featured in media outlets including BBC Radio and Pink News .

• LGBT Studies
• Sociology
• Education
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Dr. Feiteng Long is a Research Fellow at the School of Social and Political Science, University of Edinburgh, affiliated with the Neuropolitics Research Lab. His work focuses on intergroup relations, social change, and economic inequality within Politics and International Relations, supported by an ORCID ID (0000-0002-4057-8945). He holds a PhD in Social, Economic, and Organisational Psychology from Leiden University and an MSc in Comparative Public Policy from the University of Edinburgh. His research program centers on three interconnected pillars: (1) Norm Messages and Intergroup Relations, investigating how social norms reduce prejudice for migrants and LGBT+ groups; (2) Reactions to Social Change, examining allies' roles and intergroup emotions in collective actions; and (3) Economic Inequality's consequences, studying political and moral outcomes including leader preferences. His current psychophysiological work measures cardiovascular responses (threat vs. challenge states) to societal changes. Dr. Long's 2025 publications demonstrate methodological diversity across experimental, social media, and field studies, with emerging physiological measures. Key contributions include norm-message interventions in social networks, collective action's role in mitigating polarization, and conspiracy theories' impact on radical actions—particularly regarding political ideology's moderating effects. Scientific Awards: None mentioned in available sources. He received the KLI Seedcorn Grant for PhD research on norm messages and intergroup relations. As a Research Fellow, he maintains active collaborations with international scholars (including Z. Ye, G. Liu, and D. Scheepers) within the Neuropolitics Research Lab framework. Based in room 2.03 at 18 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh, he conducts lab and field research using cardiovascular and skin conductance measurements to explore motivational processes during societal transitions.

• Intergroup Relations
• Social Change
• Economic Inequality
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Dr. Ciaran McFadden is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Management, Work and Organisation at the University of Stirling. His research focuses on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in workplaces, particularly regarding LGBTQ+ communities, with emphasis on transgender experiences, implicit bias training, and organizational socialisation. McFadden explores critical human resource development approaches to combat discrimination and create inclusive spaces. Research interests include: Transgender discrimination in employment Identity management in workplace contexts HRD interventions for inclusivity Employee networks and institutional allyship Systematic literature reviews on LGBTQ+ career experiences Managerialist influences on diversity initiatives The 15 most recent publications analyze trends in transgender workplace research, LGBTQ+ policy implementation, and HRD strategies for inclusive organizational change. Key themes include institutional allyship models, critical HRD challenges, and evolving approaches to bias mitigation. Contact: ciaran.mcfadden@stir.ac.uk | ORCID: 0000-0002-1475-5442

• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• LGBTQ+ Workplace Issues
• Human Resource Development
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Dr. Olimpia Burchiellaro is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Management and Marketing at the University of Essex’s Essex Business School. Her research focuses on queer political economy, LGBTQ+ activism, gentrification, and homocapitalism, with a particular emphasis on urban contexts in global cities like London, Nairobi, and Buenos Aires. She is the author of The Gentrification of Queer Activism (2023) and has published widely in journals such as Sexualities , Organization Studies , and the International Feminist Journal of Politics . Her teaching responsibilities include modules on ethnographic methods, cooperative management, and community-based research projects. Current courses include ‘Understanding Value and Values,’ ‘Cooperative Management and Marketing,’ and ‘Research Project with a Community-based Organisation.’ Burchiellaro’s research critically examines intersections of queer theory, political economy, and urban studies. She analyzes how LGBTQ+ activism interacts with corporate interests, tourism, and urban development, exploring the commodification of queer identities in global cities. Her work challenges ‘LGBT-friendly’ policies that simultaneously include and exclude through capitalist mechanisms. She secured a 2025 Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) grant titled Queer/feminist understandings of political violence , leveraging activist knowledge for academic inquiry. Professionally, she serves as incoming co-Chair of the LGBTQA Caucus at the International Studies Association (ISA) and is a member of the Centre for Commons Organizing (COVER). She also contributes to community initiatives like The Friends of the Joiners Arms, a cooperative launching London’s first community-owned queer pub. Burchiellaro’s interdisciplinary approach bridges academia and activism, emphasizing participatory research methodologies and community-driven solutions to social and spatial injustices.

• Queer Political Economy
• LGBTQ+ Activism
• Gentrification
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Dr. Sue Westwood is a Reader and Deputy Head of Department (Strategy) at York Law School (YLS), University of York. She holds leadership roles in YLS, including Co-Chair of the Citizenship Committee, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, International Team, and Staff-Student Forum. Her career includes academic roles at Keele University, Coventry University, and Chinese University of Hong Kong, alongside research fellowships at the University of Oxford, Leeds, and Surrey. She is a Visiting Scholar at Emory University’s Vulnerability and Human Condition Initiative. Her research focuses on ageing, diversity, equality, and LGBTQ+ rights in regulatory contexts, combining legal and gerontological expertise. Key projects include developing an international UN convention on older persons’ rights and exploring LGBTQ+ elderly care needs in London. She has collaborated with organizations like Age UK, Alzheimer’s Society, and the LGBT Foundation, and advised the WHO on elder abuse. Teaching roles include leading modules on Law, Gender & Sexuality, and Law and Emotion at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and contributes to YLS’s teaching development. Awards include the Socio Legal Studies Association Early Career Book Prize (2017) for her work on ageing, diversity, and equality.

• Ageing and Law
• LGBTQ+ Rights
• Discrimination Law
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