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Vytautas ČyrasView profile

Associate Professor

• Legal informatics
• Artificial intelligence and law
• Conceptualisation
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Dr. Vytautas Čyras serves as an Associate Professor at Vilnius University's Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics, specifically within the Institute of Computer Science and Department of Software Engineering. With over three decades of academic experience since 1984, he bridges computer science and legal theory through groundbreaking interdisciplinary research. Education: Master's in Applied Mathematics (Computer Science) from Vilnius University (1979) Doctorate from Moscow State University's Faculty of Computational Mathematics and Cybernetics (1985) Second Master's in Law from Vilnius University and German Law Centre (2007) Dr. Čyras' research spans legal informatics, information systems, and computer science. His primary focus includes artificial intelligence and law, regulatory compliance, legal requirements, and pioneering work in legal visualization. His Structural Blanks approach to programming with recurrences demonstrates deep expertise in both foundational computer science and legal applications. His research explores how visual and multisensory approaches can transform legal reasoning and compliance in digital environments. His publication trajectory reveals an evolution from technical computer science topics toward sophisticated legal informatics applications. Recent work emphasizes multisensory legal machines, legal visualization frameworks, and the integration of AI with legal reasoning systems. He has made significant contributions to understanding how legal norms can be transformed into operational rules for virtual environments and digital governance systems. Professional Activities: Active participant and organizer of major legal informatics conferences including IRIS, Baltic DB&IS, and EGOVIS Contributor to European Framework Programme projects including VirtualLife and SKY-Scanner Longstanding member of the Lithuanian Computer Society and its Intellectics Section Dr. Čyras teaches courses including Artificial Intelligence, Knowledge Representation, and Human-Computer Interaction. His interdisciplinary background enables him to bridge theoretical legal concepts with practical applications in regulatory compliance systems and legal technology development.

Rainu KaushalView profile

Professor

• Pediatric Patient Safety
• Health Information Technology
• Value-Based Healthcare Delivery
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Rainu Kaushal, MD, MPH, is a distinguished academic leader at Weill Cornell Medical College , serving as the Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Research , Chair of Population Health Sciences , and Nanette Laitman Distinguished Professor . Her work focuses on pediatric patient safety , health information technology , and value-based healthcare delivery , with particular emphasis on interoperable systems and the economic value of EHRs. Physician-in-Chief of Population Health Sciences at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Principal Investigator of the INSIGHT Clinical Research Network Leader of RECOVER Program research on Long COVID Dr. Kaushal has pioneered the creation of the largest urban clinical database in the U.S. with 22 million patients, instrumental in national research efforts. Her studies on telemedicine effectiveness during the pandemic and mobile stroke units have reshaped healthcare delivery strategies. She serves on advisory boards for organizations including PCORI and National Institutes of Health . She has received numerous accolades including National Academy of Medicine membership and Crain's Notable Women in Healthcare recognition. Her research portfolio includes over 200 publications spanning EHR safety , telehealth disparities , and pediatric medication errors .

Jennifer ZukView profile

Assistant Professor

• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Speech and Language Acquisition
• Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
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Jennifer Zuk is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences at Boston University. Her research integrates developmental cognitive neuroscience, clinical speech-language pathology, and music cognition to study early childhood factors influencing speech, language, and reading acquisition in neurodevelopmental disabilities. Ph.D., Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology, Harvard University Ed.M., Mind, Brain, and Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education B.A., Cognitive Science, Case Western Reserve University B.S., Music Education, Case Western Reserve University Her work employs behavioral and neuroimaging tools (eMRI, fMRI) to examine brain-behavior relationships in children from infancy to school age, focusing on communication disorders, environmental influences (e.g., music), and translational clinical applications. She bridges music cognition and educational interventions to promote inclusive practices. Recent publications highlight her interdisciplinary approach, exploring: Speech timing and white matter organization in autism Prosody production in neurodevelopmental contexts Home literacy/music environments' impact on early language Neural predictors of reading/language outcomes Music-reading skill correlations Developmental resilience mechanisms in dyslexia As a speech-language pathologist, Dr. Zuk emphasizes translating research into clinical practice for improved identification and inclusion of communication disorders.

Sara J. MargolinView profile

Associate Professor

• Cognitive Psychology
• Gerontology
• Reading Comprehension
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Sara J. Margolin is an Associate Professor at SUNY Brockport, specializing in Cognitive Psychology, Gerontology, and Aging Research. Her work explores the intersection of language processing, memory, and technology's impact on aging populations. Education: PhD in Cognitive and Sensory Processes with a Certificate in Gerontology (University of Florida, 2007) M.S. in Cognitive Psychology with emphasis in Statistics and Research Methods (University of Florida, 2005) B.S. (cum laude) in Psychology with Mathematics Minor (University of Florida, 2002) Her research focuses on age-related changes in language and reading comprehension, particularly how misspellings and negation affect young and older adults. She also investigates technology's role in cognitive aging and challenges stereotypes about aging and dementia. Recent publications (2025–2010) span topics like ageism in media, technology's influence on cognition, and aging's impact on memory. Keywords include Cognitive Psychology, Gerontology, and Aging Research, with sub-fields covering Age Simulation, Text Messaging, and Dementia.

Anne WienholzView profile

Researcher

• Sign Language Linguistics
• Psycholinguistics
• Neurolinguistics
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Dr. Anne Wienholz is a Researcher at the Institute for German Sign Language (IDGS) within the Department of Language, Literature, and Media, University of Hamburg's Faculty of Humanities. She works on DFG-funded projects focused on experimental sign language research. Her research spans sign language linguistics, psycholinguistics, and neurolinguistics. Key interests include sentence processing in German Sign Language (DGS) and American Sign Language (ASL), language acquisition in deaf children, pronominal reference resolution, and age-of-acquisition effects. She employs eye tracking, ERP, and experimental methodologies to investigate cognitive and neurophysiological mechanisms. Analysis of her 12 publications (2018-2025) reveals consistent experimental investigations of sign language syntax, reference resolution, and developmental trajectories. Work frequently compares DGS and ASL, examining adjective placement, anaphora, and age effects through integrated behavioral and neurophysiological approaches. Dr. Wienholz contributes to DFG projects advancing sign language resources including the DGS Corpus and specialized dictionaries. These grants support corpus development and experimental infrastructure at the IDGS. She is affiliated with the Experimental Sign Language Laboratory (EGS-Labor), utilizing eye tracking and EEG. The IDGS develops critical resources like the Digital Dictionary of German Sign Language (DW-DGS) and domain-specific lexicons for health, psychology, and social work.

• Aging
• Ethics
• Rehabilitation
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Daniela Lillekroken serves as Associate Professor and Head of Studies - Area of Responsibility 3 at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing and Health Promotion. Her office is located at Pilestredet 32, 0166 Oslo (Office N070.029), with contact details including mobile: +47 995 07 061, office: +47 672 36 138, and email: daniela.lillekroken@oslomet.no. Her research spans aging, ethics, rehabilitation, and dementia care with particular focus on qualitative methodologies and elderly care. Key interests include salutogenesis, dignity in care, nutritional aspects for elderly immigrants, and palliative approaches. She investigates cultural competence in municipal healthcare settings, especially regarding family caregivers from minority ethnic backgrounds and healthcare professionals in dementia care. Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) reveals consistent focus on patient and caregiver experiences across multiple healthcare contexts. Her work examines brain metastasis coping strategies, Parkinson's disease adaptation to deep brain stimulation, and comparative analysis of dementia care models. She explores nursing education innovations including gamification, simulation training, and peer-mentored learning in nursing homes, with particular attention to ethical dimensions of professional practice. Lillekroken actively contributes to understanding the challenges faced by internationally educated nurses in Norway and develops approaches to improve fundamental care in long-term facilities. Her research demonstrates strong methodological consistency with qualitative approaches to capture nuanced healthcare experiences and relationships.

• Process-based diagnostics of reading and language skills
• Eye movements in children and adults
• Cognitive deficits of weak readers
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Sascha Schroeder is a Professor of Educational Psychology at the Georg-August University of Göttingen since 2018, where he heads the Department of Educational Psychology. Previously, he led the Max Planck Research Group 'Reading Education and Development' (REaD) at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development in Berlin from 2012-2018, following research positions at the University of Kassel, Max Planck Institute, and University of Cologne. Dr. Schroeder's research focuses on language and text psychology, with emphasis on process-based diagnostics of reading and language skills, eye movements in children and adults, and cognitive deficits of weak readers. His work in educational psychology explores digitalization of teaching and learning contexts, serious gaming, and embedded assessment. Methodologically, he specializes in linear mixed-effect models, diffusion models, reaction time distributions, and cognitive modeling. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on morphological processing, eye-tracking research in reading development, and cross-linguistic studies. His work spans both fundamental cognitive processes and applied educational interventions, with particular attention to developmental trajectories from childhood through adulthood. The research often employs sophisticated methodologies to examine how readers process language at multiple levels. Dr. Schroeder maintains an active research program with numerous collaborations, particularly with researchers such as Tiffin-Richards, Hasenäcker, Mousikou, and Grolig. His work bridges theoretical cognitive psychology with practical educational applications, contributing significantly to our understanding of reading development and language processing.

Rachel Blau DuPlessisView profile

Professor

• Poetry
• Long-form Poetry Sequences
• Feminist Poetry
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Rachel Blau DuPlessis is a distinguished poet and literary critic affiliated with Temple University's Tyler School of Art, where she has taught for decades and significantly influenced contemporary poetry through her innovative work and pedagogy. Her career spans over forty years of groundbreaking contributions to feminist poetics and serial literary forms. Her research interests focus on long-form poetic sequences, particularly her monumental Drafts project that began in 1987 and continues to evolve through multiple volumes including Toll , Pledge , Torques , Pitch , and most recently Surge and Daykeeping . DuPlessis has pioneered approaches to serial poetry that incorporate feminist theory, historical documentation, and visual elements, creating works that challenge traditional poetic forms while addressing political and social concerns. Her writing explores the intersections of personal experience, collective history, and linguistic innovation. DuPlessis's recent publications reveal increasing engagement with documentary poetics, visual-textual relationships, and the politics of form. Her work demonstrates remarkable consistency in exploring how poetic structures can embody political commitments while maintaining aesthetic rigor. The evolution from early Drafts through Daykeeping shows deepening engagement with time consciousness, memory work, and the documentation of everyday life through poetic means. As a mentor and educator, DuPlessis has influenced generations of poets and scholars through her teaching at Temple University and numerous guest readings and workshops internationally. Her critical works, including The Pink Guitar: Writing as Feminist Practice and Writing Beyond the Ending , have been foundational texts in feminist literary criticism.

• Implementation Science
• E-Health
• Health Informatics
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Maria Hägglund is a Professor at Uppsala University and Academic Hospital, specializing in e-health and health informatics. She served as a Keane OpenNotes Scholar at Harvard Medical School (2019–2020) and leads the research group PATHe: e-health and health data in collaboration . Research Interests include implementation science, patient empowerment through digital tools, open notes, electronic health records (EHRs), generative AI in healthcare, and ethical considerations in patient data access. Her work explores how technology can improve collaboration between patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Recent Trends in her publications focus on EHR usability, generative AI applications, cross-country comparisons of patient portals, and the impact of digital health on mental health and pediatric care. She has contributed to frameworks for sociotechnical EHR implementation and ethical guidelines for open notes. Scientific Recognition : Named Excellent Teacher (2020) by Uppsala University. Active in international consortia like DOME and EFMI Working Group 'Citizen Health Data', representing Sweden in IMIA. Education & Teaching : Former Program Director for the Global Master's in Health Informatics at Karolinska Institutet. Currently teaches in Uppsala's Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering and free-standing courses. Supervises collaborative research projects across institutions. Labs & Collaborations : Leads PATHe group, engages in Nordic and global health informatics initiatives, and contributes to policy development for the European Health Data Space.

• Bilingualism
• Cognitive Psychology
• Executive Function
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Emma Hughes-Parry is a Lecturer in Medical Sciences at North Wales Medical School, with former affiliations to the School of Psychology & Sport Science. Her academic work bridges cognitive psychology, bilingualism, and neurological research, focusing on executive function performance across bilingual and monolingual populations at different life stages. Current Affiliation: Lecturer in Medical Sciences at North Wales Medical School Past Affiliation: School of Psychology & Sport Science Her research explores: Executive function in bilingual vs. monolingual individuals Language dominance and cognitive performance Development of web-based tools for language assessment in neurological disorders Metalinguistic tasks and cognitive aging Applications of Simon Task and card sorting methodologies Neuroplasticity in bilingual lexical processing Key trends in her publications include bilingualism's impact on cognitive development, standardized testing frameworks, and digital solutions for clinical neuropsychology. She actively contributes to interdisciplinary collaborations across psychology, linguistics, and medical sciences. Additional Duties: Involvement in the School of Education and School of Psychology & Sport Science

M. Brett WilsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Late Ottoman Empire/Turkish History
• Modern Middle East and Mediterranean
• Nationalism and National Culture
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M. Brett Wilson is an Associate Professor of History and Public Policy at Central European University (CEU), holding dual appointments in the Department of Historical Studies and the Department of Public Policy. He is also a member of the Center for Religious Studies and the Center for Eastern Mediterranean Studies. His research focuses on religious, intellectual, and cultural history with specialization in late Ottoman and modern Turkish contexts. Wilson holds a PhD in Religious Studies from Duke University, along with an MA and BA from Duke and the University of South Carolina respectively. His major works include Translating the Qur’an in an Age of Nationalism (2014), which examines Qur’anic translation as a marker of Turkish modernization, and his edited translation of Yakup Kadri Karaosmanoğlu’s Nur Baba (2023), a seminal Ottoman novel critiquing Sufi practices. Current research explores the abolition of Sufi orders in the early Turkish Republic and their transformation into national heritage. Wilson’s publications span topics such as Sufi traditions, nationalism, print culture, and Qur’anic exegesis. His work bridges Ottoman and modern Turkish history, emphasizing intersections between religion, state formation, and cultural identity. He teaches courses on modern Turkish political history, cultural heritage preservation, and Mediterranean historiography.

Garrett HongoView profile

Professor

• Modern and Contemporary Poetry
• Asian American Literature
• Diasporic Literatures
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Garrett Hongo is a Professor in the Creative Writing Program at the University of Oregon , within the College of Arts and Sciences . A seminal figure in Asian American literature, Hongo is celebrated for his poetry and memoirs that explore identity, diaspora, and cultural hybridity. His work is deeply informed by his upbringing in Hawai‘i and Los Angeles, and his literary voice bridges multiple traditions—from Hawaiian pidgin and Japanese heritage to African American blues and Western literary forms. Hongo’s research and creative interests span Modern and Contemporary Poetry, Asian American Literature, Diasporic Literatures, Critical Theory, Creative Nonfiction , and the intersections of music and poetry . His writing is characterized by lyrical precision, historical depth, and a commitment to personal and collective memory. He often draws from plantation histories, urban landscapes, and philosophical meditation to craft works of enduring resonance. His literary output includes seminal poetry collections such as Yellow Light (1982), The River of Heaven (Lamont Poetry Prize, Pulitzer finalist), and Coral Road (2011), as well as the acclaimed memoirs Volcano: A Memoir of Hawai‘i (Oregon Book Award winner) and The Perfect Sound (2022). His recent publications in The New Yorker , including “An Ocean of Clouds” (2025) and “On Emptiness,” reflect a continued engagement with themes of solitude, loss, and the natural world. These works demonstrate a poetic evolution toward meditative and philosophical reflection, often grounded in specific landscapes like the Mediterranean or Hawaiian volcanoes. Hongo has received numerous accolades, including: Guggenheim Fellowship National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship Rockefeller Foundation Fellowship Aiken Taylor Award for Modern American Poetry (2022) Lamont Poetry Prize Finalist, Pulitzer Prize in Poetry Oregon Book Award for Nonfiction He has mentored and been influenced by literary figures such as C.K. Williams, Quincy Troupe, and Ishmael Reed, and his critical writings engage deeply with literary theory, Emersonian transcendentalism, and global poetic traditions. While no formal advising list is provided, his role as a professor suggests ongoing mentorship of emerging writers. Hongo has not been associated with formal research grants in the scientific sense, but his fellowships represent significant support for his creative and scholarly work. Though not affiliated with a formal lab or research team, Hongo’s intellectual community includes fellow poets, memoirists, and scholars in creative writing and ethnic studies. His work continues to shape conversations around race, language, and artistic authenticity in American literature.

Manoel Horta RibeiroView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Social Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Social Computing
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Manoel Horta Ribeiro is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Princeton University, affiliated with the Princeton Center for Information Technology Policy (CITP). He holds a PhD from EPFL, an MSc and BSc from UFMG, and has collaborated with major tech firms including Meta, Reddit, and Microsoft. His research spans computational social science, artificial intelligence, and social computing, with a focus on real-world impact and policy implications. His research interests include computational social science, artificial intelligence, social computing, generative AI, online platforms, content moderation, algorithmic amplification, and human-AI interaction. He investigates how AI systems shape online discourse, influence user behavior, and affect platform governance, often using large-scale data analysis and experimental methods to derive actionable insights for design and policy. His recent publications reflect a strong trend in studying the societal impacts of AI, particularly generative models, in online environments. Themes include AI-assisted peer review, deplatforming effects, persuasive capabilities of LLMs, enterprise social media, and the ethics of automation in crowdsourcing. His work bridges technical AI research with social science theory, emphasizing empirical validation and real-world relevance. Forbes 30 Under 30 Class of 2023 in Science & Healthcare (Europe) ICWSM Best Paper Award Facebook Fellowship Best Reviewer Award at ICWSM 2022 Teaching Assistant Award at EPFL 3rd Place in SBC Master Thesis Awards Google Latin America Research Award Top 100 Most Influential Papers in 2019 (3rd in Computer Science) Manoel actively mentors students and is recruiting PhD candidates at Princeton to work on computational social science and the societal impact of generative AI. He has advised and collaborated on numerous studies involving content moderation, platform migration, and AI behavior. His lab engages in interdisciplinary research, often partnering with industry and policy institutions. He is also active in public discourse through media interviews, invited talks, and his Substack blog, where he critically examines AI trends and their broader implications.

Sukran KaraosmanogluView profile

Researcher

• Immersive Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Exergames
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Sukran Karaosmanoglu is a Researcher at the Department of Informatics , Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences of the University of Hamburg . She works under the Human-Computer Interaction research group led by Prof. Dr. Steinicke. Her roles include postdoctoral research, teaching, and scientific service on conference committees. B.Sc. in Psychology (Yaşar University, Türkiye, 2017) M.Sc. in Cognitive Systems (Ulm University, Germany, 2020) Ph.D. in Computer Science (University of Hamburg, 2025) Research Focus: Designing immersive VR games for societal impact, particularly in physical activity, active aging, and social interaction. Her work bridges game design, health informatics, and inclusive technology, contributing to UN SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being). Recent projects include exploring AI in exergames for older adults and analyzing potential harms of immersive exergames. Teaching: Courses in Interactive Game Development , User Interface Software & Technology , and Usability Engineering & UX Design at the University of Hamburg from 2023-2025. She also co-led the German HCI Event organization in 2024-2025. Awards: CHI PLAY'24 Excellence in Reviewing Award 2023-2024 Honorable Mention Awards at ACM CHI DAAD Kongressreisenprogramm grant Scientific Service: CHI PLAY Steering Committee (2021-2025) SV Chair (2021-2022) Proceedings Chair (2023) WIP Chair (2024-2025) CHI Conference Reviewer (2021-2025) Publications: Her 27+ works span VR exergame design, social interaction in games, accessibility in immersive technology, and systematic reviews on HCI research quality. Key collaborations include co-authored studies with international researchers in Canada, Finland, and Germany.

Jeeyoung Ahn HaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Language Pedagogy
• Curriculum Development
• Technology-Enhanced Language Instruction
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Jeeyoung Ahn Ha is the Director of the Korean Language Program and Assistant Head in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She specializes in language pedagogy, curriculum development, and technology-enhanced language instruction, with a focus on Korean language education and heritage learners. Director of Korean Language Program (2004–present) Assistant Head, East Asian Languages and Cultures Co-developer of online Korean courses and proficiency assessments President, Midwest Teachers of Korean (MATK) Her research emphasizes standards-based curriculum design, teacher training, and collaborative projects, including contributions to the Integrated Korean textbook series. She has led initiatives like the 8-week online Elementary Korean course and the semi-adaptive Korean proficiency/placement test. Recent publications highlight her work in heritage language education, technology integration, and collaborative curriculum frameworks. Grants from CEAPS, Title VI, and the Korean Ministry of Education underscore her institutional support for expanding Korean language education in the U.S. Illinois State Treasurer Award (2022) LAS Academic Professional Award (2022) IPRH Reading Group Awards (2006–2007, 2015–2016) She actively engages in professional service, including roles on the AATK Executive Board, CLIC committees, and the Korean Honor Society. Her work bridges pedagogical innovation with practical tools for learners through initiatives like Let’s Talk in Korean.