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Amira GhenaiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Information Retrieval
• Social Media Analysis
• Machine Learning
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Amira Ghenai is an Assistant Professor at the Ted Rogers School of Information Technology Management, Toronto Metropolitan University, and an adjunct assistant professor at the David R. Cheriton School of Computer Science, University of Waterloo. She holds a PhD from the Cheriton School of Computer Science (University of Waterloo) and an MSc from Imperial College London. Education: PhD in Computer Science, University of Waterloo MSc in Computing Sciences (Software Engineering), Imperial College London Her research focuses on information retrieval, social media analysis, and machine learning, particularly addressing health misinformation and accessibility barriers for older adults. Funded by AGEWELL, her work explores how search and social media interactions influence health-related decisions and accessibility. She has a strong publication record in top-tier conferences like ACM CSCW, CHIIR, and ICTIR. Notable contributions include studies on medical misinformation mitigation and user-centric trust modeling in social networks. Her articles frequently address interdisciplinary challenges in health informatics, misinformation dynamics, and user-centered design. Recent work (2021) highlights e-health solutions for older adults navigating misinformation. She has been honored with the AGE-WELL award (2020) and has held roles such as Accessibility Chair at ICWSM 2021 and reviewer for journals like JMIR and Big Data & Society. Grants & Awards: AGEWELL Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Award in Technology and Aging (2020) Funding from AGEWELL for accessibility research She has taught courses like 'Introduction to Computer Programming' at the University of Waterloo and delivered guest lectures on usability analysis. Her work is part of the Accessible Computing Technologies Research Group (ACT Lab) at McGill University.

• Media Writing
• Creative Writing
• Broadcast Media
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Lisa Hunter is a Lecturer at the RTA School of Media, Toronto Metropolitan University, where she contributes to programs focused on media production and storytelling. Her professional identity as a writer aligns with the school's emphasis on creative and broadcast media. Her research and professional interests center on media writing, creative writing, and digital storytelling. With a focus on narrative development for screen and broadcast, her work supports students in crafting compelling stories across modern media platforms. These interests reflect the interdisciplinary and practice-based nature of contemporary media education. The available information does not include recent publications, making it difficult to identify specific research trends. However, her role suggests engagement with creative outputs in screenwriting and media narrative forms. No scientific awards or honors are listed in the available text. Lisa Hunter is involved in teaching and mentoring within the RTA School of Media. While specific advisees or grant funding are not mentioned, her position implies active participation in student development through writing instruction and creative project supervision. There is no mention of specific labs, research teams, or collaborative groups associated with her in the provided content.

• Sport Science
• Exercise Psychology
• Motor Control & Learning
• +5 more

Professor Stephen Cobley holds a position in the Discipline of Exercise & Sport Science at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences. He earned a BSc(Hons) from Loughborough University, MA from Queen's University (Canada), and PhD from Leeds Metropolitan University (UK). His research focuses on developmental factors influencing learning and performance in sport, education, and workplace settings, particularly addressing maturation's impact on athlete development. He is part of the Motor Control & Skill Acquisition Research Group and supervises PhD, master's, and honors students. Key areas of expertise include adolescent health, multi-disciplinary athlete development, growth/maturational effects, and coaching psychology. His work emphasizes removing biases in youth talent evaluation (e.g., Relative Age Effects) through methods like Corrective Adjustment Procedures (CAPs). Recent publications highlight longitudinal studies tracking youth athlete development, predictive modeling of performance trajectories, and mitigating dropout in sports like swimming. Professor Cobley teaches courses on motor control/skill acquisition and sport psychology. His research outputs span edited books, chapters, and peer-reviewed articles across sport science, medicine, and psychology journals. Collaborations with international researchers address global challenges in talent development systems and youth sport participation trends.

• Host-pathogen dynamics
• Innate immune response
• Microbial infections
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Dr. Mohamed El Mohtadi is a Senior Lecturer in Microbiology at Edge Hill University (since 2020). He holds a PhD in Life Sciences from Manchester Metropolitan University (2019) and completed a PGCE in Higher Education Teaching. His research focuses on host-pathogen interactions and developing strategies to enhance innate immune responses against bacterial infections, particularly involving sex-steroid hormones and wound biofilms. Education: PhD in Life Sciences (Manchester Metropolitan University, 2019); Postdoctoral Fellowships at Manchester Metropolitan University (2019-2020). Current roles include Programme Leader for BSc Biology, Biomedical Science, and Biotechnology programmes. Research interests include: Age-related immune dysfunction and wound healing Role of estrogen in microbial pathogenesis Poloxamer surfactants in biofilm disruption Macrophage/neutrophil phagocytic mechanisms Teaching modules include Immunology, Medical Microbiology, and Research Methods. He has secured BBSRC FTMA Fellowship funding (2020) collaborating with 5D Health Protection Group. Current research involves investigating antimicrobial strategies using biomaterial coatings and sex hormone influences on immune cells. Collaborations include work with Manchester Metropolitan University and 5D Health Protection Group. He is accepting PhD students focusing on host-pathogen dynamics and innate immunity stimulation strategies.

Qian HeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Urban Planning
• Community Resilience
• Disaster Risk Management
• +6 more

Qian He, PhD, AICP is an Assistant Professor at Rowan University's Department of Geography, Planning, and Sustainability, and Director of the CARE Lab. Her research focuses on urban resilience, disaster risk management, and the intersection of public policy with community well-being in vulnerable populations. She holds a PhD in Urban Planning from the University of Texas at Arlington and has conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Maryland's A. James Clark School of Engineering. Her work integrates quantitative methods (econometrics, spatial analysis) with qualitative approaches like community engagement. Research interests include crime modeling, climate change impacts (sea-level rise, flooding), pandemic mobility, and urban informatics. She has secured grants from EPA, NASA, and NJ State Office of Planning Advocacy. Collaborations with nonprofits focus on equitable urban development and participatory policymaking. Recent publications analyze crime-mobility relationships, transit accessibility barriers, and disaster-induced housing instability. CARE Lab emphasizes applied research addressing community resilience challenges through interdisciplinary approaches.

Merethe SkåråsView profile

Associate Professor

• Education in emergencies
• Citizenship education
• Education and reconciliation
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Merethe Skårås is an Associate Professor in Education at MF University College of Theology, Religion and Society. She previously held positions at OsloMet and Svendstuen barneskole, and conducted guest research at George Mason University (USA) and Cape Peninsula University of Technology (South Africa). Her work focuses on education in emergencies, citizenship education, and history teaching in post-conflict societies like South Sudan. Skårås holds a PhD in Educational Sciences from MF University College (2013–2019), a Master's in Multicultural and International Education from Oslo Metropolitan University (2007–2009), and a primary teacher education degree from Hamar University College (2000–2004). She has extensive teaching experience in Norwegian primary schools since 2004. Her research investigates how history education constructs national narratives and supports reconciliation in divided societies. Key themes include authoritarian cosmopolitan citizenship, curriculum design in post-independence contexts, and the role of textbooks in shaping national identity. She has conducted fieldwork in Sudan/South Sudan analyzing how recent violent histories are taught in schools. Skårås' publications (2023–2016) critically examine South Sudanese education systems, focusing on history curriculum politics, citizenship education challenges, and the intersection of global-local identities. Her work emphasizes socially just pedagogical approaches in conflict-affected regions. She has held voluntary roles as Web Coordinator for the Comparative and International Education Society (CANDE) and served on Oslo Metropolitan University's PhD candidate coordination committee.

Anna MatasView profile

Professor

• Transport Economics
• Transport Demand
• Transport Infrastructures and Industry Location
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Anna Matas is a Professor at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and a Researcher at the Institute of Economic Analysis (IEB). Her work focuses on transport economics, regional development, and urban mobility, with a strong regional emphasis on the metropolitan area of Barcelona. She actively contributes to policy-relevant research on transport financing, infrastructure investment, and accessibility. Her research interests include: Transport Economics and Demand Regulation and Competition in Transport Job Accessibility and Spatial Mismatch Transport Infrastructures and Industry Location Transport Financing and Regional Development Fare Schemes and Equity The trends in her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on empirical analysis of transport policies, particularly in urban and regional contexts. Her work integrates economic modeling with real-world data to evaluate the impacts of high-speed rail, public transit pricing, and infrastructure investments on firm location, job access, and regional efficiency. Much of her research is applied and contributes directly to public policy debates in Spain and Europe. Anna Matas has not been mentioned as receiving any scientific awards in the provided text. She advises students and leads research projects in transport and regional economics, though specific names of advisees are not listed. Her research is supported by institutional affiliations and likely public or academic grants related to transport policy and regional development, though specific grants are not detailed. She is affiliated with the Institute of Economic Analysis (IEB), a research center conducting interdisciplinary studies in areas such as energy sustainability, political economy, and public policy. The IEB serves as a hub for policy-oriented economic research, and Anna Matas contributes significantly to its transport and infrastructure research lines.

Analisa McMillanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Distance Education
• Instructional Design
• Online Instructional Design
• +7 more

Analisa McMillan, PhD, MSEd, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Promotion at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), College of Allied Health Professions. She holds key leadership roles including Director of the Office of Teaching and Learning under the Office of the Dean, Associate Director of the Interprofessional Academy of Educators (IAE), and Director of Distance Education in Academic Affairs at UNMC. Her work bridges academic leadership and innovative educational practices across multiple units within UNMC. Education: PhD in MSIA Preventive & Societal Medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center (2020) MSEd in Instructional Technology, University of Nebraska-Kearney (2013) BS in Adult Education, Bellevue University (2011) AA in Early Childhood Education, Metropolitan Community College (2009) Her research and professional interests focus on advancing digital and distance education through effective instructional design, online student engagement strategies, and the implementation of flipped classroom models. She actively contributes to shaping modern pedagogical frameworks in health sciences education, emphasizing technology integration and learner-centered approaches in both synchronous and asynchronous environments. While no publications are listed in the provided text, her professional trajectory suggests a strong emphasis on applied educational research in health professions, particularly in online learning systems, curriculum development, and interprofessional education delivery. Professional Affiliations: Educause Online Learning Consortium (OLC) Nebraska Educational Technology Association (NETA) The Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) Dr. McMillan has held continuous academic and administrative positions at UNMC since 2012, progressing from Learning Management System Associate to her current leadership roles. She has contributed to major educational initiatives, including the development and oversight of distance education programs and teaching innovation frameworks. Although no grants or student advising roles are explicitly mentioned, her directorial responsibilities imply significant influence over teaching strategy, faculty development, and educational policy at the institutional level. She leads initiatives related to the Office of Teaching and Learning, Interprofessional Academy of Educators, and Distance Education at UNMC, playing a central role in advancing educational excellence and innovation across colleges and disciplines.

• Early Childhood Education
• Mathematics Education
• Sociocultural Theory
• +4 more

Jovana Ackovic is a Research Fellow at Oslo Metropolitan University, affiliated with the Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies and the Department of Kindergarten Teacher Education. She serves as a study leader in the area of early childhood education and is actively involved in the research group 'Small children, big cities: kindergarten qualities, inequalities, communicative complexities.' Her research interests center on early childhood mathematics education, with a strong emphasis on the role of kindergarten staff in fostering young children's mathematical learning. She employs sociocultural and sociomaterial theoretical frameworks to explore how pedagogical practices, time, materials, and adult interactions shape mathematical understanding in early years. The analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on the conceptual and practical aspects of teaching mathematics in kindergartens, particularly during the transition to formal schooling. Her work highlights the importance of teacher perspectives, material engagement, and structural conditions in early math education. Scientific Dissemination and Activities: Presenter at the Norwegian Kindergarten Research Conference 2024 Conducted professional development sessions for teachers in Bærum municipality (2020) Active contributor to the 'Realfagskommunesatsingen' project in Ullensaker municipality Jovana is engaged in advising and research dissemination, particularly through workshops and network meetings aimed at improving science and math education in early childhood settings. Her work contributes to both academic knowledge and practical teacher development. She is part of the research environment focused on urban early childhood education, examining how inequalities and communicative practices affect kindergarten quality in big cities.

• Educational Leadership
• Leadership in Kindergarten
• Organizational Development
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Magritt Lundestad is a Lecturer in the Department of Kindergarten Teacher Education at Oslo Metropolitan University, Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies. She also serves as a study leader (area 1) and is an active contributor to the research group on Leadership, Guidance, and Organization Building. Her work is deeply rooted in early childhood education, with a focus on leadership, organizational development, and pedagogical practices. Her research interests include: Educational Leadership Leadership in Kindergarten Organizational Development Conflict Management Pedagogical and Peer Guidance Mentoring of Newly Qualified Teachers Implementation and Professionalism in Early Childhood Education Her recent publications reflect a strong thematic focus on identity in supervision, governance of mentoring practices, conflict resolution in staff groups, and the dual roles of leadership and supervision in kindergartens. She frequently publishes in both Norwegian and international outlets, contributing to academic journals, edited books, and dissemination at national and international conferences. Her work often explores relational and organizational challenges in educational leadership. Notable contributions include her 2024 article on the "5 Columns of Identity as a Supervisor," her 2023 chapter on owners' governance of mentoring practices, and her influential textbook series on conflict resolution in kindergartens. She has also contributed to research reports, such as the 2020 evaluation of the Oslo and Viken model for kindergarten-based competence development. She actively collaborates with colleagues including Charlotte Johannessen, Mette Vaagan Slåtten, and Cecilie Thun. Her recent dissemination activities include presentations at the OsloMet-Malmö Faculty Conference and the National Network Conference on mentoring for newly qualified teachers.

• Early Childhood Education
• Cultural Diversity
• Multilingualism
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Marcela Montserrat Fonseca Bustos is a University Lecturer in the Department of Kindergarten Teacher Education at Oslo Metropolitan University, Faculty of Teacher Education and International Studies. She is actively engaged in teaching, research, and public dissemination on early childhood education with a focus on inclusion, diversity, and critical pedagogy. Her research interests include cultural diversity and multilingualism in global perspectives, anti-racist education, democratic practices in kindergartens, and the deconstruction of heteronormativity in early childhood settings. She explores how everyday routines—such as cleaning time or outdoor play—can be reimagined as democratic and inclusive practices. Her work emphasizes collaboration with minority and refugee families, advocating for their voices in educational decision-making. The trends in her recent publications reflect a strong commitment to social justice, equity, and critical theory in early childhood education. Her articles span topics from love and relationships among children to institutional quality and diversity management, often employing feminist and poststructuralist lenses. She frequently collaborates with researchers across institutions and contributes to both academic and public-facing platforms. She has been involved in numerous dissemination activities, including webinars, conferences, and public livestreams on anti-racist work in schools and kindergartens. Her outreach extends to documentary series and collaborative projects on inclusive practices in superdiverse preschools. Marcela is part of key research groups such as 'Cultural diversity and multilingualism in a global perspective,' 'Leadership, guidance and organization building,' and 'Small children, big cities: kindergarten qualities, inequalities, communicative complexities,' indicating her active role in shaping inclusive early education policies and practices.

• Design
• Textile
• Embroidery
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Randi Veiteberg Kvellestad serves as a Professor in the Department of Art, Design and Drama within the Faculty of Technology, Art and Design at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet). Her office is located at Pilestredet 52, 0167 Oslo (Office D513), with contact details including mobile (+47 911 71 386), office phone (+47 672 38 796), and email randi.veiteberg@oslomet.no. Her research spans interdisciplinary domains including: Design and Textile Innovation Eco-embroidery and Sustainable Craftsmanship Collaborative Learning in Art Education Cultural History of Textile Practices Didactic Approaches in STEAM Integration Historical Evolution of Norwegian Design Education Kvellestad's scholarly trajectory reveals a consistent focus on bridging traditional textile craftsmanship with contemporary educational frameworks. Her work critically examines co-activity in design processes, lecturer roles in collaborative settings, and sustainable methodologies in STEAM education. Historical analyses of institutions like Oslo's State Teacher College (1966-1994) and women's industrial schools (1875-1960) demonstrate her commitment to contextualizing current practices within educational heritage. She actively contributes to OsloMet's research ecosystems through the 'Art – Practice – Research' and 'Design Literacy' groups. Projects like 'The Black Thread Project' exemplify her innovative approach to building student communities through collaborative textile practices, while recent dissemination activities include designing liturgical textiles for churches (e.g., Eikefjord and Bryn kirke) that merge cultural heritage with contemporary expression.

• cultural sociology
• cultural policy
• social theory
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Håkon Larsen is Professor of Library and Information Science at Oslo Metropolitan University's Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Archivistics, Library and Information Science, since 2019. His work centers on cultural institutions within the public sphere, with expertise in cultural sociology, policy analysis, and legitimacy studies across Scandinavian contexts. His academic foundation includes: PhD in Sociology, University of Oslo (2011) Larsen's research explores how libraries, archives and museums navigate political controversies, digital transformations, and evolving societal expectations. Key themes include the impact of private wealth on public cultural spaces, cancel culture dynamics in art institutions, and comparative analyses of cultural policy frameworks between Norway, the US, and Japan. His theoretical approach integrates strong program cultural sociology with public sphere theory. Recent publications (2022-2025) reveal three dominant trends: 1) Institutional legitimacy challenges in 21st-century public libraries, 2) Cultural policy conflicts during political polarization, and 3) Nordic welfare state adaptations in media and information services. These works frequently employ comparative case studies across Scandinavia, North America, and Asia. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Larsen supervises students at all academic levels in cultural sociology and library science. His research group leadership and projects like POLYCUL indicate active grant funding, though specific awards aren't detailed. He contributes to policy development through research reports for entities like the Norwegian Ministry of Culture. As leader of the Information, Culture and Society research group, he coordinates interdisciplinary work on cultural institutions' societal roles. The group focuses on legitimacy challenges in digital transitions, museum-library-archive convergence, and cultural policy implementation across Nordic welfare states.

Magali PeyrefitteView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Urban Sociology
• Urban Criminology
• Gentrification
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Dr. Magali Peyrefitte is a Senior Lecturer in Criminology and Deviance at Brunel University London within the Department of Social and Political Sciences, College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences. She joined Brunel in August 2019 after serving as Lecturer and Senior Lecturer at Middlesex University. Education: PhD in Sociology (ESRC 1+3) from University of Nottingham (2011) MA in Photography from Middlesex University MA in Research Methods (ESRC 1+3) from University of Nottingham MA in Contemporary British Society from University of Nottingham PGCE from University of Nottingham Research Interests: Dr. Peyrefitte's work bridges urban sociology and criminology to examine social harm and social justice in metropolitan contexts. Her research investigates gentrification and regeneration dynamics in London (Soho and suburban boroughs of Barnet, Harrow, Brent), housing transformations, and community impacts. She pioneers visual and creative methodologies including photographic exhibitions to disseminate findings to diverse audiences, while critically analyzing Social Value frameworks and VCSE sector roles in urban development. Publication Trends: Her 2019-2023 publications reveal a dual focus on methodological innovation (walking labs, visual sociology) and critical urban studies examining neoliberalism's impact on education and city spaces. Frequent collaborations explore gender, migration, and social justice through interdisciplinary lenses, often employing creative research dissemination strategies. Scientific Awards: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) Teaching and Advising: As Module Convenor for Crime and Deviance in Society (CY2601), Home, Housing and Social Harm (CY3610), and co-convenor for Urban Regeneration and Inequalities (GY2604), she integrates research into pedagogy. Her scholarship on student-centered learning and real-world research applications appears in international journals, though specific doctoral advisees aren't listed. Research Projects: She leads social value in urban regeneration studies and visual-methods projects including a French suburban women's portrait exhibition. Her work involves interdisciplinary teams examining urban transformation, social justice, and creative knowledge exchange, with an ORCID profile (0000-0001-8971-7259) tracking ongoing collaborations.

• Urban Planning
• Spatial Planning
• Territorial Governance
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Erblin Berisha is a Fixed-term Assistant Professor at the Interuniversity Department of Regional and Urban Studies and Planning (DIST) within the College of Architecture and Design at the Polytechnic University of Turin (PoliTo). He is also a member of the Interdepartmental Center R3C - Responsible Risk Resilience Centre. His academic work focuses on European spatial planning systems, territorial governance, and regional development, with particular expertise in the Western Balkans region and European territorial cooperation. Dr. Berisha's research interests span several key areas in urban and regional planning: European spatial planning and the Europeanization of planning practices Territorial governance and multi-level governance systems European territorial cooperation and cross-border planning Spatial implications of EU cohesion policy Urban and regional development in the Western Balkans Sustainable urban transitions and green agenda implementation Resilience planning and risk governance Land use planning and consumption of land His recent scholarly output demonstrates a strong focus on European spatial planning systems, with particular attention to how EU policies influence planning practices beyond EU borders, especially in the Western Balkans. Berisha's work also examines interface territories in the Alpine region, urban co-production mechanisms across European cities, and the implementation of sustainable transitions with attention to justice dimensions. His research often employs comparative methodologies across European territories and emphasizes the practical application of planning research to policy development. Dr. Berisha serves on the editorial board of European Spatial Research and Policy since 2023 and has participated in organizing the REDETE conference (September 17-18, 2024). His research is supported by various competitive funding sources including EU-funded projects. As an educator, Dr. Berisha teaches in multiple degree programs at PoliTo, including Architecture and Engineering and Management. His courses focus on urban planning, territorial design, and resilient transitions of cities and territories. He has taught consistently from academic year 2020/21 through 2025/26, demonstrating his ongoing contribution to the university's educational mission. Dr. Berisha leads several significant research projects, including "UrbaNEX – WB - Sustainable Urban Transitions in the WB: Enhancing Capacities for Integrated Local Governance" (2025-2026) and "GOVQoL - Empowering local governance of Alpine communities for a better quality of life" (2025-2026), both EU-funded research initiatives. He also manages commercial research contracts related to European projects like "econnecting: green civic decision for proximity territories" and "ValUE 4 UCBR."