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• Postcolonial Literature
• Ecolinguistics
• English-Speaking Countries History
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José Santiago Fernández Vázquez serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Modern Philology at the University of Alcalá, specializing in English-language literature and cultural studies. His academic portfolio spans both teaching and administrative responsibilities across multiple degree programs including English Studies, Hispanic Studies, and Translation. His research interests center on postcolonial literature, ecolinguistics, and critical discourse analysis, with particular emphasis on transcultural narratives and environmental communication. Recent scholarly output reveals a strategic pivot from traditional postcolonial literary analysis toward multimodal ecolinguistic studies examining sustainability discourse in digital spaces. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications demonstrates an evolving trajectory from foundational postcolonial literary criticism (2000-2015) toward contemporary interdisciplinary environmental communication research (2020-2023), reflecting broader academic shifts toward sustainability studies while maintaining postcolonial theoretical frameworks. His work consistently applies critical discourse analysis to examine power structures in both literary and digital contexts. Fernández Vázquez actively participates in the American Interdisciplinary Cultural Studies research group, focusing on Spanish presence in North America, US-geopolitical relations, and American comic studies. His collaborative projects frequently address educational innovation, particularly regarding sustainability competencies and transcultural awareness in university curricula. His teaching responsibilities include History of English-Speaking Countries and Postcolonial Literatures across multiple undergraduate programs, demonstrating institutional commitment to decolonial perspectives in language education. Administrative contributions include directing orientation programs for secondary school students and participating in university sustainability initiatives through the UI GreenMetric framework.

Dawn WheatleyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Journalism
• Political Communication
• Social Media
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Dr. Dawn Wheatley is an Assistant Professor in the School of Communications at Dublin City University (DCU), specializing in journalism, political communication, and social media. Her research focuses on newsroom practices, digital journalism, source use in healthcare reporting, and gender representation in media. Previously working as a production journalist at the Irish Daily Mail and Irish Times, she transitioned to academia in 2018 following her PhD on Irish healthcare media coverage. Educational Background: PhD in Journalism Studies (2018) Research Interests: Mobile news dissemination patterns Social media's role in journalism Gender dynamics in news media Journalistic sourcing ethics Media monitoring projects (e.g., Global Media Monitoring Project) Research Trends: Dr. Wheatley's work bridges traditional journalism practices with digital-era challenges, particularly addressing issues like online hostility toward journalists, newsroom adaptation to mobile platforms, and achieving gender parity in media representation. Her 2023-2024 studies highlight persistent gaps in gender representation and evolving professional challenges for journalists. Key Projects: Irish contribution to Worlds of Journalism Study (journalist surveys) Coordinating Irish data for Global Media Monitoring Project Labs/Teams: Active in DCU's media research community, contributing to interdisciplinary projects on climate communication and crisis journalism through the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Andrius GudauskasView profile

Associate Professor

• Philosophy of Communication
• Film Theory
• Media and Religion
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Andrius Gudauskas is an Associate Professor at the Centre for Journalism and Media Research within the Faculty of Communication at Vilnius University. His academic background includes a PhD in Social Sciences from the Pontifical Gregorian University (Rome, 2008), focusing on Andrei Tarkovsky's cinematography. His research interests span the philosophy of communication, film theory, media and religion, and audiovisual media aesthetics. He actively contributes to academic conferences and committees, including organizing roles in events like the Symposium on Audiovisual Media in Lithuania (2022) and the International Conference on Communication and Information Sciences in a Networked Society. His teaching includes courses on audiovisual media discourse, communication ethics, and video reportage. Key publications include monographs on film philosophy and edited volumes exploring media transitions. Notable awards include the Thalia Award for ethical journalism on human trafficking and recognition in the Pragiedruliai competition. He has conducted research collaborations in Italy, Sweden, and Latvia through Erasmus programs and international workshops. Gudauskas' work bridges cinematic theory with philosophical inquiry, particularly examining the intersection of time, transcendence, and media representation in works by filmmakers like Tarkovsky. His research also addresses ethical dimensions of communication in digital and traditional media contexts.

• Art History
• Medieval Art
• Modern Art
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Dr. Krzysztof Gombin serves as an Assistant Professor within the Department of Medieval and Modern Art History at the Institute of Art Sciences, Faculty of Humanities, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His academic work focuses on the cultural heritage of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, with particular expertise in baroque and rococo artistic traditions, political ceremonial practices, and magnate patronage systems that shaped Central European visual culture. His research spans Art History, Medieval and Modern Art traditions, Baroque/Rococo Architecture, and the political utilization of art in historical contexts. Gombin specializes in analyzing how artistic commissions served as instruments of power for magnate families like the Potockis, examining ceremonial spaces, coffin portraits, and curiosities collections as vehicles for political messaging. His methodology integrates visual analysis with historical documents including panegyric literature and diplomatic records to reconstruct the symbolic language of power in 17th-18th century Poland. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent scholarly trajectory examining art as political infrastructure within the Commonwealth. His work demonstrates how magnates like Eustachy Potocki employed architecture (notably Radzyń Podlaski Palace), ceremonial events, and symbolic objects to negotiate power dynamics. Recurring themes include the visualization of political conflict (e.g., Ostrogski entail disputes), the event-based nature of baroque aesthetics, and the reception of historical art forms in modern contexts - all highlighting art's role in constructing national identity and political legitimacy. Scientific recognition includes: Rector's Award of KUL (1st degree team award) in 2011 Rector's Award of KUL (1st degree team award) in 2009 Rector's Award of KUL (4th degree individual award) in 2008

Tatiana C. StringView profile

Associate Professor

• Early Modern European Art
• Portraiture
• Gender Studies
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Tatiana C. String is an Associate Professor in the Department of Art History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill . Her expertise lies in Early Modern European art and culture , with a focus on portraiture, gender dynamics, and visual communication during the sixteenth century. Before joining UNC in 2010, Dr. String taught at the University of Bristol. She has curated major exhibitions at the National Portrait Gallery and collaborated with institutions like the North Carolina Museum of Art. Her research currently explores masculinity and the male body in Renaissance art . Scientific Awards : Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London Kress Doctoral Fellow at the Warburg Institute Dr. String has supervised doctoral research on topics including family portraiture, architectural representation, and micro-pictorial techniques. Her publications reveal consistent trends in Renaissance gender studies, Tudor visual culture, and artistic communication across academic monographs and book chapters. She has served as historical consultant for the BBC and Historic Royal Palaces, blending academic work with public engagement through exhibitions like On the Nature of Women and History and Mystery at NCMA.

Anthony ColantuonoView profile

Professor

• Critical Theory
• Early Modern Studies
• Film
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Anthony Colantuono is a Professor in the Department of Art History and Archaeology at the University of Maryland , specializing in art from seventeenth-century Italy, France, and Spain. His research intersects critical theory, early modern studies, gender, and visual culture, with a focus on the interplay between literary and pictorial theories in visual rhetoric. Ph.D., The Johns Hopkins University Contact: pyr@umd.edu Research Interests: His work examines the interpretation of early modern art through critical theory lenses, including diplomatic imagery, gender symbolism, and pedagogical allegories. He has explored connections between Baroque painting and modern film, as well as medieval and early modern iconographical practices. Scientific Awards: Recipient of prestigious grants including the Rome Prize (1983-85) Robert Lehman Fellowship (2002-03) Two NEH Fellowships (1990, 2004) Current Projects: Editor of Orfeo Boselli's 17th-century sculpture treatise, a study of Baroque painting/film parallels, and research on medieval/early modern iconographical advisors.

Daniel PosslerView profile

Researcher

• Media Psychology
• Entertainment Research
• Digital Media Effects (Video Games, Social Media)
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Dr. Daniel Possler is a research assistant at the Department of Journalism and Communication Research at Leibniz University Hannover . He previously held a research assistant position at the Department of Media and Business Communication at Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (2022-2024). His work focuses on media psychology , entertainment research , and the use and effects of digital media , particularly video games and social media. He also explores environmental communication and computational methods in social research. PhD (2020): "Fascinating Entertainment: The Elicitation and Entertaining Quality of the Emotion Awe in Media Reception Using Video Games as a Case Example" Research Interests include player-avatar relationships, emotional responses to media (especially awe), pro-environmental messaging through documentaries, and computational approaches to analyzing communication data. His recent publications examine dual-process entertainment models, eudaimonic gaming motives, and automated content analysis tools. Professional Activities involve: Young Members’ Representative of the Media Psychology Division (DGPs, since 2023) Co-organiser of the DGPuK 2022 conference Member of the editorial board of Media Psychology (since 2022) Lecturer for the Media Entrepreneurship program (since 2013) Membership in ICA, ECREA, DGPuK, and DGPs

Felix M. SimonView profile

Research Fellow

• AI in Journalism
• Political Communication
• Digital Media
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Dr Felix M. Simon is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in AI and Digital News at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism , University of Oxford, and a Research Associate at the Oxford Internet Institute (OII) . He was previously a Knight News Innovation Fellow at Columbia University’s Tow Center for Digital Journalism (2021-2024) and holds affiliations with the Center for Information, Technology, and Public Life (CITAP) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His research focuses on AI’s impact on News production and distribution Democratic discourse Political economy of technology-media power dynamics Misinformation and disinformation with a particular emphasis on generative AI applications and election-related information integrity. Recent publications include studies on AI chatbot responses during UK and European elections, misinformation trends, and news innovation strategies. He received the Hans Bausch Media Prize (2023) and has secured grants from the Leverhulme Trust, Minderoo-Oxford Challenge Fund, and Balliol College. Simon holds a DPhil in Communication (OII, with distinction) MSc in Social Science of the Internet (OII) BA in Film and Media Studies (Goethe-University Frankfurt) and advises media organizations and NGOs on AI, journalism, and democracy-related issues.

Judy WattsView profile

Assistant Professor

• narrative persuasion
• health communication
• children's media understanding
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Judy Watts serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Kansas' William Allen White School of Journalism and Mass Communications, where her research examines media's impact on emotional responses, attitudinal shifts, and knowledge acquisition across diverse populations. Her work bridges health communication, narrative persuasion, and developmental media studies with particular focus on sensitive health contexts. Her educational background includes: B.S. in Radio-TV-Film from the University of Texas at Austin M.S. in Public Service from the Clinton School of Public Service at the University of Arkansas Ph.D. in Communication from The Ohio State University Watts' research centers on narrative persuasion mechanisms in health communication, particularly regarding medicated abortion, end-of-life care, and HPV education. She investigates how narrative versus non-narrative formats affect knowledge retention and attitude formation, while also exploring children's media comprehension and the role of family communication in health information sharing. Her experimental approach often examines emotional processing pathways and demographic moderators. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2022-2025) reveals consistent focus on high-stakes health communication scenarios where narrative messaging influences knowledge and behavior. Key patterns include comparative analysis of narrative/non-narrative efficacy in reproductive health contexts, investigation of source credibility dynamics (especially celebrity vs. expert sources), and examination of how ethnic-racial media representation shapes parental socialization practices. Her work increasingly addresses misinformation correction and the psychological functions of nostalgic media.

Stephen FarnsworthView profile

Professor

• American Government
• Media and Politics
• Elections
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Stephen Farnsworth is a Professor and Director of the Center for Leadership & Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington. He holds a Ph.D. from Georgetown University and specializes in American Government, Media and Politics, and Elections. His research explores presidential communication, political humor's societal impact, and international media dynamics. Notable works include Spinner in Chief (2009) and Presidential Communication and Character (2018). Dr. Farnsworth has held prestigious Fulbright roles, including a Distinguished Scholar at the University of Warsaw (2024) and a Canada-U.S. Research Chair at McGill University (2006-2007). He has conducted media training in Eastern Europe and served leadership roles in the American Political Science Association and Pi Sigma Alpha. Education: Ph.D., Georgetown University Awards: Virginia Outstanding Faculty Award (2020), Mary W. Pinschmidt Teaching Award, Waple Research Professorship Grants: U.S. government-funded reporter training in Ukraine, Georgia, Azerbaijan, and others His scholarship emphasizes the intersection of media and governance, with recent focus on late-night political humor's evolving role in shaping public discourse and electoral outcomes. He maintains an active presence on Twitter and directs the Center for Leadership & Media Studies, fostering interdisciplinary research and public engagement.

Kathleen A MartinelliView profile

Associate Professor

• Public Relations Strategy
• Crisis Communication
• Media Psychology
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Kathleen A Martinelli is an Associate Professor and Undergraduate Advisor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication at San José State University. She holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University (1991) and dual B.S. degrees in Journalism and English from Ball State University (1978), along with an M.A. in Public Relations (1985). Her professional experience includes roles as a newspaper reporter, sports information director, and public information specialist at Ball State University. Dr. Martinelli specializes in public relations strategy, crisis communication, and media psychology. She teaches courses focusing on PR case studies and strategic writing, emphasizing practical skills for industry impact. Her research explores crisis management, media effects on voter behavior, and psychological responses to media messages. She advises students in Advertising, Public Relations, and Journalism majors, offering structured 4-year academic plans. Her publications span crisis communication case studies (e.g., Odwalla incident), grant proposal strategies, and media's role in sociocultural issues. She maintains active advising roles through scheduled appointments in DBH 102, supporting over 20 years of dedicated teaching and mentorship.

Kami KosenkoView profile

Associate Professor

• Health Communication
• Stigma Management
• Sexual Communication
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Dr. Kami Kosenko is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at North Carolina State University. She joined the university in 2008 and specializes in communication processes related to stigmatized conditions and identities, particularly focusing on sexual communication, HIV/STI prevention, and transgender health. Her research bridges communication studies with public health, emphasizing stigma management, social support, and uncertainty reduction. Dr. Kosenko holds a PhD in Communication from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her work spans academic journals in communication and biomedical fields, such as Communication Monographs and Medical Care . She has secured grants from the National Institute of Mental Health and internal university funds to support projects addressing transgender health disparities, safer sex communication, and HPV-related stigma. Her research interests include stigma management in healthcare, narrative constructions of survival, and media effects on health behaviors. Key themes in her publications involve the intersection of communication practices and health outcomes, particularly among marginalized populations. Kosenko has advised undergraduate research projects on topics like African American women’s heart disease prevention and LGBTQ+ student experiences in communication courses. Awards include top paper recognitions at national/international conferences. Her work on HIV disclosure, HPV patient experiences, and transgender stigma has informed clinical practices and policy recommendations to reduce health disparities.

Jennifer De PaolaView profile

Researcher

• Social Psychology
• Social Representations
• Happiness
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Jennifer De Paola, PhD, is a Researcher and Visiting Scholar at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Social Sciences. Her work focuses on social psychology, particularly examining how happiness and related concepts are constructed and disseminated through digital media, social representations, and cultural narratives. Education: PhD in Social Psychology, University of Helsinki (2022) Master's in Clinical Psychology, Università Degli Studi di Roma "La Sapienza" (2011) Research Interests: Dr. De Paola investigates happiness through interdisciplinary lenses, analyzing its portrayal in children's art, social media platforms like Instagram, and digital journalism. She explores how societal perceptions of happiness are shaped by global reports like the UN World Happiness Index and manifests in cultural artifacts such as memes and memes. Her work bridges qualitative methods (e.g., drawing analysis) with digital ethnography. Key Projects: Principal Investigator for 'Visualizing Happiness' (2023-2024), using drawing as a research method Participant in 'The Happiness Project - Onnellisuusprojekti' (2014-2015) Awards & Media: Received the Best Oral Presentation award at the 2018 ICPPW Conference. Featured in prominent media including BBC News, Business Insider, and Finland's Ministry of Foreign Affairs publications, discussing Finland's 'happiest country' status and related cultural paradoxes.

• Health Communication
• Media Studies
• Public Health
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Daniel Jesus Catalan Matamoros is a Professor at Carlos III University of Madrid, serving as Vice Dean of the Degree in Journalism. He leads the Analytics, Media and Public Engagement research group within the UC3M MediaLab. His research focuses on Health Communication , Media Studies , and Public Health , with specific interests in vaccine hesitancy, telemonitoring systems, digital disinformation, and physiotherapy communication. His work spans interdisciplinary domains including communication theory, public health policy, and digital media analysis. Recent publications analyze media framing of health issues, social media discourse around vaccines, and telehealth systems for cardiac patients. He has secured major grants including Pseudociencia, teorías conspirativas, fake news y alfabetismo mediático en la comunicación en salud (COMSALUD) from AGENCIA ESTATAL DE INVESTIGACION. He supervises research on health journalism , patient communication , and media impact on public health systems , with projects covering Spain, Portugal, Brazil, and international comparative studies.

Mira MayrhoferView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Health communication
• Advertising research
• Food and Alcohol marketing
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Dr. Mira Mayrhofer serves as a Senior Lecturer in Advertising at the University of Vienna's Department of Communication within the Faculty of Social Sciences. Currently on maternal leave, she maintains her office at Währinger Straße 29 (Room 7.43) in Vienna and continues research through the Advertising and Media Psychology Research Group (AdMe) led by Prof. Jörg Matthes. Her academic profile spans health communication, advertising research with focus on food and alcohol, product placement in digital media, and quantitative methodology. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Journalism and Communication Studies (2019, University of Vienna) M.Sc. in Marketing (2015, Vienna University of Economics and Business) B.A. in Journalism and Communication Studies (University of Vienna) B.Sc. in Business, Economics & Social Sciences (2013, Vienna University of Economics and Business) Mayrhofer's research centers on the psychological mechanisms of media effects, particularly examining how alcohol and food are portrayed in entertainment media and social platforms. Her work investigates observational learning of drinking behaviors, the impact of product placements on children's eating habits, and the persuasive dynamics of user-generated brand content. She employs rigorous quantitative methods to analyze audience responses across demographic variables, with significant contributions to understanding how perceived similarity influences alcohol consumption modeling. Her publication trajectory reveals evolving expertise from early studies on alcohol portrayal in comedy series (2016-2018) toward broader health communication applications including pandemic response analysis (2022). Key thematic clusters include alcohol risk communication, children's food marketing, and social media persuasion mechanics, with methodological strengths in experimental design and content analysis. Award highlights: Top Faculty Paper Award, AEJMC (2018) for observational learning research Top Student Paper Award, International Communication Association (2017) for alcohol education studies Research leadership includes serving as postdoctoral researcher (2021-2022) for the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK)-funded project 'Concept for Marketing/Communication for the Disease Management Program Chronic Heart Failure' under Prof. Matthes. She previously contributed to the 'Food Product Placements in Children’s Movies' project (2015) and has mentored numerous junior researchers within the AdMe group. Current collaborative work examines pandemic-era healthcare delivery through qualitative GP interviews. As core faculty in the Advertising and Media Psychology Research Group, Mayrhofer contributes to the department's international reputation in media effects research. Her team collaborates across disciplines including public health and nutrition science, with ongoing projects analyzing social media's impact on health behaviors and the effectiveness of disease management communications.