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Angela Falter ThomasView profile

Associate Professor

• Teacher Education
• English Language Arts
• Middle Childhood Education
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Angela Falter Thomas, Ph.D., serves as Associate Professor, AREP Coordinator, and Middle Childhood Education & MCE Endorsement Coordinator at Bowling Green State University's School of Inclusive Teacher Education within the College of Education & Human Development. A faculty member since August 2009, she teaches courses including Middle Childhood Language Arts, Phonics Instruction, and Reading Methods while coordinating key educator preparation programs. Education: Ph.D., The Ohio State University (2009) M.A., Heidelberg University (1993) B.S., Bowling Green State University (1989) Dr. Thomas's research centers on enhancing teacher content knowledge and pedagogy in English language arts for middle childhood education through teacher inquiry, professional development, and preparation. Her work addresses literacy instruction, reading workshop models, vocabulary development, and technology integration to improve student learning outcomes. She examines how innovative approaches like literature circles and digital tools transform reading engagement and comprehension. Her 2012-2015 scholarly output reveals a consistent focus on literacy education across multiple contexts, with recurring themes in middle school reading motivation, technology-enhanced instruction, and teacher development. Publications span journals including Voices from the Middle and Journal of Ethnographic and Qualitative Research, emphasizing practical applications for classroom educators. Scientific Awards: National Board Certified Teacher (2007) - Early Adolescent English Language Arts National Board Certified Teacher (2004) - Early Childhood Generalist Dr. Thomas secured $27,500 in external funding as Principal Investigator for Library of Congress (2015) and NEA (2012) grants supporting literacy initiatives. She actively serves the profession through International Reading Association committee work and manuscript reviewing for Journal of Adolescent and Adult Literature and Voices from the Middle. In memory of her deceased daughter Christi, she advocates for pediatric cancer research while championing her motto: 'Those who love teaching teach others to love learning!'

• English Literature
• Creative Writing
• Language Studies
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Motunrayo Ogunrinbokun is an Assistant Professor of English at Southwest Minnesota State University, affiliated with the Department of English, Philosophy, Spanish and Humanities. Research interests include literature, creative writing, language studies, cultural analysis, and academic writing. Contact information: Office BA 205, Phone (507) 537-6293, Email motunrayo.ogunrinbokun@smsu.edu.

Magdalini EirinakiView profile

Professor

• Recommender Systems
• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
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Magdalini Eirinaki is a Professor and Academic Program Coordinator for the MS in Artificial Intelligence at San José State University's Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering. With a career spanning two decades, her work bridges recommender systems , machine learning , and smart city applications . PhD in Computer Science (2006), Athens University of Economics and Business MSc in Advanced Computing (2000), Imperial College London BSc in Computer Science (1998), University of Piraeus Her research focuses on machine learning and recommender systems with extensions to generative AI , privacy-sensitive algorithms , and social network analysis . Recent publications explore federated learning , multi-resolution diffusion models , and autonomous network defense using reinforcement learning. Current projects include NSF-funded CollaborAIte (2024) EU Horizon/Marie Sklodowska-Curie's MUSIT (2024) IBM SkillsBuild Cloud Credits for Sustainability (2024) She has received multiple teaching and mentorship awards including: Newnan Brothers Award (2019) Applied Materials Award (2017) 5-time SJSU Distinguished Faculty Mentor Award Dr. Eirinaki advises students in AI , ML , and smart city projects, with recent graduates presenting at IEEE CAI (2025) and CSU Conference (2025).

Jytte HolmqvistView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Film and Media Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Philosophy
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Jytte Holmqvist is a Senior Lecturer in Spanish Language and Literature at Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature (SOL). She holds a PhD in Screen and Media Culture and Spanish Literature from the University of Melbourne (2015), with a thesis on the cinema of Pedro Almodóvar and Ventura Pons. Her teaching spans film studies, film theory, and Spanish/Italian language and culture across institutions like University of Melbourne, Monash University, Auckland University, and HBU-UCLan School of Media, Communication & Creative Industries. Education: PhD in Screen and Media Culture and Literature in Spanish (University of Melbourne, 2015) Her research combines film and media studies, cultural studies, philosophy, and existentialist theory, focusing on Latin American cinema, global cinema, film festivals, and narrative brevity. She is finalizing a monograph on Almodóvar and Pons to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Almodóvar's first short film. Her recent publications analyze postmodern temporal narratives, Latin American cinema, and affective healthcare dynamics. Scientific contributions include editing The Patient-Doctor Dynamics (Brill, 2018) and analyzing Hiroshima Mon Amour’s affective discourse. She is also President of the Hispanic Society of Victoria, advocating for Spanish-speaking cultural networks.

Carla Killander CariboniView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Narrative Studies
• Intertextuality
• Intermedia Relations
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Carla Killander Cariboni is a Senior Lecturer in French Studies and Associate Professor in Italian Studies at Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature. Her research focuses on narrative studies, intertextual and intermedia relations, with significant work on 18th-century Swedish traveler Björnståhl's legacy. She teaches courses in French and Italian language, literature, and cultural studies, including online instruction. Additionally, she serves as editorial secretary for the "Études romanes de Lund" series and editor for the journal "Moderna Språk". Research Themes: Narrative theory, intertextuality, intermedia relations, travel literature, gender studies, and linguistic analysis. Collaborations: Interdisciplinary work with historians, literary scholars, and cultural analysts across Sweden and Europe. Teaching: Courses in French (Levels 1-2), Italian literature, and interpreting training (TOFS1-2). Scientific Awards: Kungliga Vitterhetsakademien - Uno Lindgrens Prize (2023) First Place, Premio I Murazzi (2023) Second Place, Concorso E-book in versi (2022) First Place, Le Occasioni Literary Competition (2022) She has co-authored educational materials such as "À vous 2" (2017) and "La littérature de langue française" (2019). Her practical work extends to interpretation, translation, and illustration.

Jeff LupkerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence and Music
• Machine Learning for Music Composition
• Electroacoustic Music
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Jeff Lupker serves as an Assistant Professor at Western University's Don Wright Faculty of Music, specializing in the intersection of artificial intelligence and musical creativity. His work develops computational tools that augment human composition through deep learning algorithms and interactive systems, positioning him at the forefront of AI-driven music innovation. Lupker completed his entire academic training at Western University: PhD in Composition (2021) Master of Music in Composition (2016) Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition (2014) His research program focuses on artificial intelligence applications for musical creation, including deep learning models for algorithmic composition, sentiment analysis of social media as compositional input, and mobile-based spatial audio systems. Lupker investigates how transformer architectures generate musical structures and how real-time web applications enable collaborative performance, emphasizing practical tools that combat writer's block while expanding composers' stylistic range through AI-assisted creativity in electroacoustic and popular music contexts. Analysis of his 2021 publications reveals a cohesive research trajectory leveraging cutting-edge AI methodologies to solve creative challenges in music. The works demonstrate how deep learning transforms composition through systems like Score-Transformer and explore mood-pattern recognition using machine learning, collectively establishing foundational work for human-AI creative collaboration that bridges music theory with big data analytics. As founder of Staccato, Lupker leads the development of an AI co-writing platform that functions as an intelligent creative partner. The system generates lyrical content from keywords and suggests musical continuations, helping composers overcome creative blocks while expanding artistic possibilities across diverse genres through accessible, user-friendly interfaces.

Dokyun LeeView profile

Associate Professor

• Generative AI
• Economics of Unstructured Data
• Human-AI Collaboration
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Dokyun Lee is a Kelli Questrom Chair Associate Professor of Information Systems and Computing & Data Science at Boston University , where he founded the Business Insights through Text (BIT) Lab and co-leads the BU Digital Business Institute Generative AI Lab . His research focuses on the responsible application, development, and impact of AI in business, particularly analyzing unstructured data (e.g., text, images) across digital consumer management, platform design, and human-AI collaboration. Education : PhD in Operations, Information & Decisions (Wharton School), MS in Statistics (Yale University), BA in Computer Science (Columbia University) His work addresses Generative AI (unintended consequences, human-integration frictions), Economics of Unstructured Data (content extraction, marketing), and AI Regulation in contexts like advertising, market competition, and creativity. Recent articles explore LLMs in corporate risk nowcasting, generative AI's effects on online communities, and interpretable deep learning for churn management. His research trends span NLP, computer vision, and causal inference, with applications in digital marketing, e-commerce, and innovation analytics. Scientific Awards : INFORMS ISS Gordon B David Young Scholar, INFORMS ISS Sandy Slaughter Early Career, CDO Magazine Leading Academic Data Leader, AMA Don Lehmann Award 2024, MSBA Teaching Award He has secured grants from Adobe, Google, Microsoft, MassMutual, and Prudential Foundation. His labs (BIT Lab, Generative AI Lab) mentor students and collaborate on AI-driven solutions for business challenges.

Stephanie ToliverView profile

Assistant Professor

• Black Storytelling
• Afrofuturism
• Radical Imagination
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Stephanie Toliver is an Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, specializing in English Education and Adolescent/Secondary Literacy. Her work bridges Afrofuturism, Black feminist theory, and critical literacy to address systemic inequities in education. Affiliated with the College of Education, she focuses on speculative fiction as a tool for social critique and liberation. Ph.D., Language and Literacy Education, University of Georgia M.A., Curriculum & Instruction, Florida State University B.S., English Education, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Research Interests include: Black storytelling as a mechanism for social transformation Afrofuturism and speculative fiction in education Culturally sustaining pedagogies for Black youth Arts-based research methods Anti-racist teacher training Her scientific awards include: 2024 AERA Qualitative Research SIG Outstanding Book Award 2023 ICQI Outstanding Qualitative Book Award 2021 AERA Arts-Based Educational Research SIG Dissertation Award Public Scholarship features in the Chicago Tribune , Ms. Magazine , and Visible Magazine . She also founded Reading Black Futures , a resource for Afrofuturist literature.

Xiusi ChenView profile

Research Fellow

• Large Language Models
• Natural Language Processing
• AI for Science
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Xiusi Chen is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Blender Lab at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), working under Prof. Heng Ji. His research focuses on improving reasoning, alignment, and decision-making capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs). Previously, he completed his Ph.D. in Computer Science at UCLA under Prof. Wei Wang, and earned M.S. and B.S. degrees in Computer Science from Peking University under Prof. Jun Gao. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), advised by Prof. Wei Wang M.S. in Computer Science, Peking University, advised by Prof. Jun Gao B.S. in Computer Science, Peking University, advised by Prof. Jun Gao Dr. Chen's research program targets three interconnected areas: advancing Large Language Models (particularly in low-resource reasoning and alignment), developing NLP applications for AI in Science and recommendation systems, and modeling complex decision-making processes in sports domains. His work bridges theoretical foundations with practical implementations, resulting in numerous publications in top-tier conferences including ACL, ICML, ICLR, and KDD. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on making LLMs more efficient, reliable, and capable of complex reasoning tasks across diverse domains. His significant academic contributions include: 2023 Best Poster Award (Honorable Mention) at SDM 2023 2023 SIAM Student Travel Award 2021 and 2022 SIGIR Student Travel Grants from ACM SIGIR Multiple academic scholarships from Peking University Co-creation of the widely adopted Amazon Reviews'23 dataset (500k+ HuggingFace downloads) Dr. Chen actively serves the research community as Workshop Organizer for KDD 2025, Program Committee member for major conferences (KDD, WSDM, ICML, NeurIPS, ICLR, AAAI), and journal reviewer. He maintains a strong commitment to mentoring, offering dedicated time for students (especially from underrepresented groups) to discuss research and career development. Starting Fall 2025, he will be seeking academic positions to continue his research on language agents and decision-making systems. Currently based in the Siebel Center for Computer Science, Dr. Chen collaborates with the Blender Lab team on advancing NLP and LLM capabilities. His work has practical impact through widely adopted resources like the Amazon Reviews'23 dataset and theoretical contributions through his publications on reasoning frameworks and alignment techniques.

Corey BradyView profile

Associate Professor

• Mathematics Education
• Computational Modeling
• STEAM Education
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Corey Brady is an Associate Professor at the Department of Teaching & Learning and Associate Dean for Research and Outreach at Southern Methodist University's Simmons School of Education and Human Development. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics Education from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, alongside degrees in English Literature (MA) and Pure Mathematics (MS). Dr. Brady's research focuses on mathematical and computational modeling from a constructionist perspective, emphasizing collective learning and STEAM activity . His work includes design-based research on block-based programming environments and embodied participatory simulations. Recent publications (2023-2021) span journals like Frontiers in Education , Science Education , and Educational Studies in Mathematics , with sub-fields ranging from geometric transformations to disaster preparedness systems. He has received recognition including the Outstanding Paper Award at ICLS 2023 and Best Paper at ICLS 2020 . Previously, he held faculty roles at Vanderbilt and Northwestern Universities, led educational technology development at Texas Instruments, and taught at middle school to community college levels. His interdisciplinary approach bridges mathematics, computer science, and affective learning.

Elisabeth NavarroView profile

Professor

• Interpretation
• Translation Studies
• Intercultural Communication
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Elisabeth Navarro is a Professor at University of Paris Cité, affiliated with the CLILLAC-ARP laboratory. She specializes in interpreted communication, public service interpretation, and intercultural strategies. Created France's first diploma in Public Service Mediation and Interpretation Coordinates the Master's program in Languages, Interpretation and Intercultural Strategies (LISI) Research Focus Her research explores the intersection of: Interpreted communication frameworks Cultural and linguistic mediation dynamics Migration and otherness studies Language policy implementation Discourse analysis in institutional contexts Doctoral Supervision Has directed over 30 Master's theses since 2015 on topics ranging from: Corporate language policies in multinational companies Technological impact on interpretation Medical and legal language mediation Social media intercultural communication Academic Publications Authored a foundational book on interpreted communication (2023) and maintains active research output through the LISI program, with recent work examining: Intercultural marketing strategies Professional identity in multilingual environments Language mediation in social services Digital communication challenges

• American Gothic Literature
• Transnational Feminist Studies
• Postcolonial Literature
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Dr. Suzanne Manizza-Roszak is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Arts , contributing to the Research Centre for the Study of Democratic Cultures and Politics (DemCP) and Research Centre Arts in Society (AiS) . Her ORCID 0000-0002-4491-9591 highlights her extensive work across 46 research outputs and 22 activities. Research Interests : American Gothic with a focus on childhood, gender, and transnational influences Transnational Feminism exploring diaspora, multilingualism, and postcolonial narratives Ecocriticism analyzing environmental violence and speculative futures Diaspora Studies examining Italian-American and Latinx intersections Publication Trends reveal a blend of peer-reviewed articles (e.g., on Erdrich, Cisneros, and Baldwin) and creative works like the novel The Poison Girl and poetry collection Sicilianas . Her 2025 work on First Ladies and colonial history adaptation underscores her commitment to historical revisionism and political fiction . Scientific Awards include 12 recognized honors, though specific titles are not detailed here.

• Literacy studies
• Place-based pedagogies
• Practitioner research methodologies
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Bethany Silva is a Research Assistant Professor of Education and Director of the Community Literacy Center at the University of New Hampshire. She holds an Ed.D. in reading, writing and literacy from the University of Pennsylvania, an M.F.A. in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts, and a B.A. from Middlebury College. Her research centers on literacy studies through three interconnected pillars: place-based pedagogies examining how physical environments shape learning, practitioner research methodologies that elevate educator expertise, and digital writing processes among diverse youth populations. Dr. Silva's work consistently emphasizes social justice frameworks, particularly in developing literacy programming that honors community-defined goals and addresses systemic inequities in predominantly white educational settings. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward intersectional approaches combining multilingual education, STEM integration, and anti-racist pedagogy. Her scholarship increasingly focuses on creating ecosystemic teaching models that bridge formal and informal learning spaces while centering student voice and cultural identity. Her major scientific recognition includes: 2017 Philadelphia Writing Project Award for outstanding commitment to practitioner inquiry and literacy instructional leadership Dr. Silva secures significant external funding through competitive grants, including: Transforming Literacy Equity (Spencer Foundation, 2024-2025) Multilingual Book Clubs (NH Humanities Council, 2023-2024) Book to Art: Book Clubs for the Seacoast’s Early Readers (New Hampshire Charitable Foundation, 2018-2019) Summer Boot Camps in Public Humanities (Mellon Foundation, 2018-2023) Book to Art: Using Children's Literature to Teach for Social Justice Phonics Programming Professional Development As Director of the Community Literacy Center, she orchestrates a statewide network connecting university faculty, K-12 educators, youth, and families through initiatives like drop-in writing clubs, book-art collaborations, and social justice-focused professional development cohorts that transform New Hampshire's educational landscape.

Wenyu GuoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Transnational Literacy
• Racial Literacy
• Family Literacy
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Dr. Wenyu Guo serves as Assistant Professor of Literacy Studies in the College of Education at the University of South Florida, specializing in transnational literacy practices of immigrant youth of Color and their families. Her community-engaged research promotes anti-oppressive multiliteracies education across schools, homes, and digital spaces using critical theories of literacy and decolonization frameworks. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Teaching & Learning, University of South Carolina Certificate of Graduate Study in Qualitative Research, University of South Carolina Dr. Guo's research centers on two primary goals: (1) examining how transnational youth of Color engage in sociopolitical learning through literacies, and (2) investigating immigrant parents' family literacy practices and ethnic-racial socialization. She employs participatory action research and multi-sited ethnography to develop justice-oriented literacy interventions that challenge systemic oppression in educational contexts. Her recent publications reveal consistent thematic focus on anti-Asian racism through children's literature, transnational family literacy, and multiracial solidarity development. Methodologically, her work combines critical discourse analysis with community-based participatory design, often centering Chinese American communities in the Southern U.S. and leveraging digital platforms for transnational knowledge exchange. Professional recognition includes: Early Career Educator of Color Leadership Fellow, NCTE (2024-2025) Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award, USF (2025) Outstanding International Graduate Student Award, USC (2023) Research funding comprises: ACTFL Research Grant (2023) : Co-PI for $5,000 project on antiracist translanguaging pedagogy using Asian American children's literature SPARC Graduate Research Grant (2020) : PI for $2,900 study on Asian American children's bicultural identity negotiation She co-founded Tampa Bay's Community Literacies Lab, providing biweekly workshops for immigrant families that integrate cultural storytelling, digital literacy, and critical race discussions to foster equitable language practices and unpack transnational experiences.

• Russian Literature
• Slavic Studies
• Literary Criticism
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Mario Caramitti is an Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Literature and Culture at Sapienza University of Rome, specializing in Russian literature and language. He teaches a diverse range of courses including Russian Literature II, Russian Language and Literature I, Russian Studies, and Russian Translation III across multiple degree programs such as Languages, Cultures, Literatures, Translation; Linguistics; English and Anglo-American Studies; and Linguistic and Intercultural Mediation. Professor Caramitti's research interests focus on Russian literary tradition spanning from the 19th to 21st centuries. His scholarly work demonstrates particular expertise in authors such as Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Gogol, Chekhov, Nabokov, and contemporary writers like Maria Stepanova and Mikhail Shishkin. His teaching portfolio includes specialized courses on Turgenev's short prose, Chekhov's dramaturgy, twentieth-century Russian poetry, and Gogol's genius. His extensive publication record reveals a strong focus on literary criticism, with numerous essays published primarily in ALIAS SUNDAY and academic journals. The analysis of his recent publications shows a consistent engagement with Russian literary tradition, examining both canonical works and contemporary developments. His work often explores narrative structure, psychological depth in characterization, and the interplay between historical context and literary creation. Professor Caramitti maintains an active academic schedule with office hours through September 2025 and current Google Classroom pages for the 2024-25 academic year, teaching courses such as 'Twentieth-century Russian poetry,' 'The extraordinary modernity of Gogol's genius,' 'Russian Studies,' and 'Russian Translation III.' His teaching locations include the Ex Vetrerie Sciarra building at via dei Volsci 122 in Rome.