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Zhushan LiView profile

Associate Professor

• Psychometrics
• Educational Research Methods
• Bilingualism & Immigration
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Zhushan "Mandy" Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Measurement, Evaluation, Statistics & Assessment (MESA) at Boston College's Lynch School of Education and Human Development. She serves as Program Director for the Applied Statistics and Psychometrics M.S. program. Her roles include teaching courses like Multivariate Statistical Analysis and advising doctoral students. Education: Ph.D. from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2011), M.S. degrees from Southern Illinois University Carbondale (2008) and University of Illinois (2005). Research focuses on psychometrics and educational methods, including categorical data analysis and educational measurement. Her work addresses bilingualism, STEM pedagogy, and assessment design. Recent projects include developing health literacy scales and analyzing differential item functioning in testing. Key grants include NSF-funded initiatives in mathematics education and transition programs for students with disabilities. Collaborations span institutions like BU, UMass, and Dartmouth College. Awards: 2012 NCME Brenda Loyd Dissertation Award 2012 APA Division 5 Distinguished Dissertation 2011 AERA Outstanding Quantitative Dissertation Led grants totaling over $5.9 million as PI/co-PI. Active in professional organizations like NCME and AERA.

Carina LombergView profile

Professor

• Entrepreneurship
• Human Resources Management
• Organizational Behavior
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Carina Lomberg is a Professor at the Centre for Technology Entrepreneurship at Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Her research focuses on entrepreneurship dynamics, organizational behavior, and mental health in business contexts. She explores topics such as founder relationships, equity distribution in startups, neurodiversity in teams, and the psychological underpinnings of entrepreneurial decisions. Lomberg actively supervises PhD projects addressing inclusive mindset frameworks, mental health in ventures, and neurodiversity leveraging strategies. Research Interests: Entrepreneurial Team Dynamics Founder Well-being and Mental Health Neurodiversity in Innovation Teams Equity and Governance in Early-Stage Ventures Educational Frameworks for Entrepreneurship Her recent work examines the spread of mental health issues across organizations and the role of board governance in venture success. She has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications and frequently presents at international entrepreneurship conferences.

Kenna Bolton HolzView profile

Professor

• Psychological Disorders
• Feminist Psychology
• Gender and Sexual Violence Prevention
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Dr. Kenna Bolton Holz is a Professor in the Psychology Department at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. She holds licensure as a psychologist in Wisconsin and Minnesota, with clinical experience in therapy and assessments for adults across outpatient, inpatient, and residential settings. Her research focuses on psychological disorders (etiology, diagnosis, treatment, prevention) and feminist psychology, particularly addressing gender and sexual violence prevention. She teaches courses such as Personality, Psychological Disorders, and Gender, Society, and Psychology. Educational Background: Ph.D. in Adult Clinical Psychology, Southern Illinois University (2009) M.A. in Adult Clinical Psychology, Southern Illinois University (2006) B.A. in Psychology, Marquette University (2004) Research Interests: Dr. Holz’s work intersects clinical psychology with gender studies, emphasizing men’s roles in sexual violence prevention and systemic barriers to mental health equity. She explores feminist frameworks to address intersectional challenges in psychological practice and education. Publications: Her scholarship spans journals like Psychology of Men & Masculinity , Sex Roles , and Journal of Counseling Psychology , focusing on topics such as men’s beliefs in sexual violence prevention, service-learning outcomes, and psychological responses to discrimination. Professional Involvement: Active in organizations including Psi Chi, Alpha Sigma Nu, and VA Medical Centers. She contributes to initiatives promoting social justice in psychology education and clinical practice.

Jennifer C MadiganView profile

Associate Professor

• Special Education
• Gender Issues in Education
• Culturally Responsive Teaching
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Jennifer C Madigan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education at San José State University's College of Education. She holds a Doctor of Education from the University of San Francisco (2002) specializing in Special Education, alongside teaching credentials in Elementary Education, History, and Education for Mild to Moderate Disabilities. Her research focuses on single-gender special education models for female students, culturally responsive teaching practices, and gender equity in educational settings. She has received federal and private grants for studies on gender issues in special education, with publications in journals like Advances in Gender and Education and Principal Leadership . Dr. Madigan co-authored Mentorship of Special Educators , addressing teacher retention and support strategies. Her work emphasizes collaboration between educators and administrators, with a focus on inclusive practices. She has presented nationally and internationally on special education equity, single-sex classrooms, and culturally responsive pedagogy. Dr. Madigan's research often intersects with urban education challenges and the needs of linguistically diverse student populations.

Olivia UwamahoroView profile

Assistant Professor

• Virtual Simulation in Counselor Education
• Client Outcome Research
• Counseling Student Development
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Olivia Uwamahoro is an Assistant Professor of Counselor Education and College Student Affairs at the University of West Georgia. She specializes in clinical mental health counseling with expertise in child, adolescent, and adult therapy across inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization settings. Education: B.A., Psychology, University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2009) M.S., Counseling (Clinical Mental Health), University of Memphis (2012) Ph.D., Counselor Education, University of Central Florida (2015) Her research focuses on virtual simulation applications in counselor training, client outcome measurement, counseling student development, and clinical supervision practices. She investigates innovative training methodologies including VR technology and online learning modules. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on counselor education methodologies, particularly exploring self-efficacy development and technological interventions in clinical training. Currently serves as Co-Principal Investigator on a $2.2 million U.S. Rehabilitation Services Administration grant developing training programs for vocational rehabilitation counselors working with youth with disabilities.

Peter LewisView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Socio-Technical Systems
• Self-Awareness
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Peter Lewis is an Associate Dean (Research and Graduate Studies) and Associate Professor at Ontario Tech University's Faculty of Business and Information Technology, holding a Canada Research Chair in Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence. He specializes in socio-technical systems, self-aware computing, and AI ethics. His work bridges foundational AI research with practical applications in industry, emphasizing trust, collective action, and socially intelligent systems. Education PhD in Computer Science, University of Birmingham, UK MSc in Natural Computation, University of Birmingham, UK BSc in Computer Science, University of Leicester, UK PGCert in Learning and Teaching Higher Education, Aston University, UK Research Interests His research focuses on trustworthy AI, self-aware systems, and the societal implications of AI. Key areas include explainable AI for accessibility, ethical AI governance, and modeling social institutions. He co-edited Self-Aware Computing Systems and serves on editorial boards for IEEE journals. Publications & Awards Over 75 peer-reviewed papers in journals/conferences Winner of the 2020 Aston Achievement Award for Business Engagement Best Paper Award at IEEE SASO 2018 Labs & Collaborations He leads research in the Business Analytics & AI group, collaborating on projects with industry partners. His work addresses real-world challenges in AI ethics, sustainability, and human-AI collaboration.

Camellia BryanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Diversity Resistance
• Identity Management
• Stigma
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Camellia Bryan is an Assistant Professor in the Organizational Behaviour and Human Resources Division at UBC Sauder School of Business (University of British Columbia). She holds a PhD and BA from York University, following a post-doctoral fellowship at the Rotman School of Management and Gender and the Economy (GATE) Institute in Toronto. Her research focuses on understanding resistance to diversity initiatives in organizations, exploring cognitive/emotional/social processes behind backlash, and designing interventions to foster inclusion. Key interests include stigma, identity management, diversity training, and intergroup relations. Her work emphasizes leveraging 'remarkable events'—attention-grabbing experiences that challenge entrenched beliefs—to create transformative openness toward diversity. Recent articles address topics like identity threat mitigation, disability inclusion dynamics, and neuroqueerness in management contexts. Courses taught include Organizational Behaviour (BCom program). Research outputs span prestigious journals such as Academy of Management Review and Journal of Management , with forthcoming contributions to diversity management literature. Her academic contributions bridge organizational behavior theory with actionable strategies for fostering inclusive workplaces.

Amber MooreView profile

Assistant Professor

• Trauma Literature Pedagogy
• Feminist Pedagogies
• YA Literature
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Amber Moore is Assistant Professor of Teaching in Library, Literacy, and Teacher Education at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Education. Her research examines adolescent literacies, feminist pedagogies, and representations of sexual violence in young adult literature and popular culture. Moore investigates how trauma literature, particularly sexual assault narratives, is taught in English education and teacher preparation programs. Her scholarship employs arts-based methodologies including poetic inquiry to explore teacher candidates' responses to difficult content and fanfiction as a form of critical engagement. Research emphases include rape culture in educational contexts, feminist media analysis of Riverdale and Hallmark narratives, and pedagogical approaches to trauma literature. Recent publications explore allyship in fanfiction communities, epistolary education, and affective responses to YA sexual assault narratives.

Sean AhlquistView profile

Associate Professor

• Material Computation and Design
• Sensory-responsive Environments
• Inclusive Architecture
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Sean Ahlquist is an Associate Professor of Architecture at the University of Michigan's Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning, where he serves as Director of the Master of Science in Digital Material Technologies (DMT) program. He leads the Lab for Socio-material Architectures and is a member of the Cluster in Computational Media and Interactive Systems, connecting architecture with material science, computer science, and performing arts technology. His research centers on developing malleable, sensory-responsive environments that foster social behavior for individuals with disabilities, particularly children with autism spectrum disorder. This work, inspired by his autistic daughter Ara, employs industrial knitting technologies and involves collaborations across disciplines including materials science, civil engineering, kinesiology, psychiatry, and behavioral science. His installations have been featured at the Venice Architecture Biennale, Lincoln Center's Big Umbrella Festival, and various educational and therapeutic settings. Ahlquist's publications and projects explore themes of inclusive design, computational material systems, and neurodiverse spatial experiences. His work demonstrates how architecture can leverage computational design and material technologies to create more inclusive spaces for underserved communities. ACADIA Innovative Research Award of Excellence (2020) Featured in ARCHITECT Magazine as Game Changer (2022) Recipient of U-M Sustainability Catalyst Grants (2024) Ahlquist teaches across all academic programs at Taubman College, from undergraduate to PhD levels. His students engage in multi-year collaborations with the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living (AACIL), developing design methodologies that integrate disability theory with technical material fabrication skills. His work with the local Ann Arbor community includes partnerships with public schools, children's museums, and disability organizations to create inclusive environments that address real-world challenges.

Allegra SmithView profile

Assistant Professor

• Accessibility
• Age Studies
• Digital Rhetoric
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Allegra Smith is an Assistant Professor in the School of Literature, Media, and Communication (LMC) at Georgia Tech. Her research focuses on technical and professional communication, emphasizing how identity intersects with technology use, particularly addressing equity and accessibility for marginalized groups. She holds a PhD in Rhetoric and Composition from Purdue University and previously taught at Jacksonville State University, where she received the Campus Technology Award for innovative pedagogy. Education: PhD, Rhetoric and Composition, Purdue University MA, Digital Rhetoric and Professional Writing, Michigan State University BA, Professional Writing and Women's & Gender Studies, Michigan State University Research Interests: Dr. Smith examines aging and technology through digital rhetoric, feminist methodologies, and disability studies. Her work critiques design practices to ensure inclusive experiences for older adults and advocates for justice-centered pedagogy in technical communication. She has published in Technical Communication , SIGDOC , and Journal of University Teaching and Learning Practice . Teaching & Grants: Recipient of Georgia Tech's Class of 1940 Teaching Award (2025) Developed a digital studio course award-winning for its industry collaboration model Secured grants from the Ivan Allen College and Alabama Commission on Higher Education Awards: 2025: CIOS Award for LMC 3813 (Content Strategy) 2024: CIOS Award for LMC 3206 (Communication & Culture) 2022: Hugh Burns Best Dissertation Award Labs & Initiatives: Leads projects on UX design for older adults and collaborates with industry partners to bridge classroom and workplace technical communication practices. Her courses include Content Strategy and Communication & Culture .

Daniel AbasoloView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Biomedical Signal Processing
• Non-linear Analysis
• Deep Learning
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Dr Daniel Abasolo is the Head of the Centre for Biomedical Engineering and a Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Surrey's School of Mechanical Engineering Sciences. His research focuses on biomedical signal processing, non-linear analysis, and deep learning applications in neurology. He specializes in analyzing EEG and MEG signals to study neurodegenerative disorders, aging processes, and cognitive decline. Education and Roles: Holds an MEng and PhD. Leads the Centre for Biomedical Engineering and supervises final-year projects for BEng/MEng Medical Engineering and MSc Biomedical Engineering students. Research Interests: Explores complexity measures in brain signals to detect Alzheimer’s disease, mild cognitive impairment, and functional seizures. Develops machine learning models for health monitoring in postmenopausal populations. Collaborates with Dr Raphaelle Winsky-Sommerer on neuroimaging and neurological biomarkers. Publications Overview: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2009, emphasizing nonlinear dynamics in EEG/MEG signals, entropy-based diagnostic tools, and deep learning applications in neurology. Recent work investigates structural inequality impacts on brain aging and global dementia disparities. Teaching: Teaches Biomedical Signal Processing (ENG3186), Instrumentation (ENGM186), and Computer Methods in Biomedical Engineering Research (ENGM259) at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Labs/Teams: Active in the Centre for Biomedical Engineering, focusing on translational research in neurotechnology and medical signal analysis.

• Health Services Research
• Healthcare Workforce Wellbeing
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork in Healthcare
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Professor Cath Taylor is a Professor of Healthcare Workforce Organisation and Wellbeing at the University of Surrey’s School of Health Sciences. She holds a BA, MA, and PhD in Psychology from Swansea University. Her career spans roles at Imperial College London (1997–2002) and King’s College London (2002–2017). Taylor’s research focuses on improving NHS workforce wellbeing and optimizing multidisciplinary team collaboration in healthcare. Notable contributions include the MDT-FIT tool (winner of the 2016 QiC Oncology Digital Innovation Award) and evaluations of Schwartz Center Rounds. She leads NIHR-funded studies on mental wellbeing in nurses, midwives, and paramedics, and investigates video livestreaming in emergency dispatch. Taylor’s work addresses systemic challenges in healthcare, advocating for organizational reforms to prioritize staff wellbeing alongside patient care. Education: BA, MA, PhD (Psychology), Swansea University. Research Interests: Healthcare workforce wellbeing, multidisciplinary team dynamics, telemedicine, and pandemic response strategies. Key projects include longitudinal evaluations of Schwartz Rounds, feasibility trials for video livestreaming in trauma dispatch, and analyses of virtual lung cancer MDT meetings during the pandemic. Grants & Awards: QiC Oncology Digital Innovation of the Year 2016; multiple NIHR grants for workforce wellbeing research. Advising & Grants: Leads NIHR-funded projects on nurse/midwife mental health and telemedicine in haemato-oncology. Co-develops interventions for maternity team improvement and parent care with learning disabilities. Labs/Teams: Workforce, Organisation and Wellbeing (WOW) Expert Group at the University of Surrey.

Suzanne HouwenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Educational Sciences
• Child Development
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Dr. Suzanne Houwen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, specifically within the Department of Orthopedagogy & Clinical Educational Science. Her research focuses on child development, motor skills, and behavioral sciences. She has contributed to studies on developmental coordination disorder, motor performance in children, and the interplay between play, motor skills, and executive functioning. Her work often employs innovative observational tools like 'Hands-On!' to assess fine motor skills in young children. She has collaborated on projects such as 'Bewegend leren' (Moving Learning), which emphasizes active learning and motor skill development. Her research has been published in journals like Behavioral Sciences , Frontiers in Psychology , and Children . Key research interests include developmental psychology, educational interventions for motor skill improvement, and understanding how motor abilities relate to broader cognitive and emotional outcomes. She has systematically reviewed motor-executive function interactions and explored handwriting challenges in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder using advanced statistical methods like structural equation modeling. Dr. Houwen has also engaged in public engagement activities, contributing to educational initiatives and disseminating research findings to broader audiences. Her work bridges clinical, educational, and developmental perspectives to promote inclusive and effective interventions for children.

Laura OttView profile

Assistant Professor

• STEM Education
• Biology Education
• Undergraduate Research
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Laura Ott is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She holds a Ph.D. in Immunology from North Carolina State University (2010) and a B.S. in Microbiology from Michigan State University (2005). Her academic focus revolves around STEM education innovation, particularly in biology and microbiology pedagogy. Ott specializes in developing active learning strategies, tactile teaching tools, and scalable undergraduate research programs. She has contributed to curriculum design in courses like Human Anatomy & Physiology, Advanced Cell Biology, and metagenomics. Her work emphasizes accessibility for underrepresented groups, including deaf students in research settings. Her research outputs highlight contributions to educational frameworks such as classroom-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs), inquiry-based microbiome activities, and role-based team learning. These initiatives aim to enhance student engagement, scientific literacy, and retention in STEM disciplines. Ott teaches a range of courses including Principles of Biology, Cell Function, and Undergraduate Research in Biology. She actively collaborates with colleagues on projects addressing educational equity and evidence-based teaching practices.

Viktor von WylView profile

Assistant Professor

• Digital Health
• Epidemiology
• Public Health
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Professor Viktor von Wyl is an Assistant Professor with Tenure Track for Digital and Mobile Health at the University of Zurich's Faculty of Medicine. He is affiliated with the Institute for Implementation Science in Health Care and serves as a DSI professor within the Digital Society Initiative. Since October 2023, he has been a member of the Directorate of the Swiss School of Public Health. He leads the Swiss Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Registry at the Institute of Epidemiology, Biostatistics & Prevention, which combines citizen science with digital health methodologies to improve MS care. He holds a PhD in Epidemiology from ETH Zurich (2008) and a Master’s in Biology from the University of Basel (2002). His professional career includes roles as a data manager for an HIV cohort in Washington, D.C. (2002–2004), an HIV epidemiologist at University Hospital Zurich (2004–2010) and University College London (2010–2011 with SNF support), and a Senior Researcher at the CSS-Institute in Luzern (2011–2014), focusing on end-of-life care and risk adjustment. His research interests prioritize digital epidemiology methodology, including the integration of digital data and citizen science. He explores text analysis via crowdsourcing, public trust in health systems, and factors influencing health behaviors, such as adherence to preventive measures during pandemics. His work addresses challenges in chronic disease management (e.g., MS) and musculoskeletal health through practice-based research networks (PBRNs), leveraging frameworks for interdisciplinary collaboration and implementation science. Scientific Awards: SNF Fellowship (2010–2011) SNF-funded Research at CSS Institute (2011–2014) His grants include SNF support for postdoctoral and CSS research. He co-leads the MAP-U and MAP-Z studies on mental health in conflict and displacement contexts. His advisory work involves the development of frameworks for clinician-patient engagement in PBRNs and the optimization of digital health study designs. He directs the Swiss MS Registry and chairs the Swiss Chiropractic Practice-based Research Network (Swiss ChiCo), advancing musculoskeletal primary care research. Viktor’s labs include the Swiss MS Registry and collaborations within the Institute of Epidemiology, Biostatistics & Prevention. He co-founded the corona immunitas digital ecohort to study pandemic impacts and has pioneered the use of fitness trackers in neurorehabilitation studies through the BarKA-MS initiative.