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• Social Psychology
• Cultural Sociology
• Migration Studies
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Dr. Krzysztof Jurek serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Sociology of Culture, Religion and Social Participation within the Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His research bridges sociology, psychology, and public health, focusing on trauma response, cultural integration, and well-being metrics. Key research themes include: Spiritual and Psychological Dynamics : Analyzing PTSD moderation in resource distribution and spiritual growth among Ukraine conflict participants Social Support Mechanisms : Investigating support systems during pandemics and post-conflict recovery Migratory Integration : Studying Polish educational systems' role in Ukrainian/Belarusian immigrant acculturation Health Psychology : Exploring menopausal health, lung cancer stress moderation, and medical student well-being Recent article trends (2021-2024) emphasize Psychosocial responses to pandemics and conflicts Validation of health assessment tools (e.g., FACIT-Sp-12) Intercultural education frameworks Stress of conscience in healthcare professionals His work often applies Stevan Hobfoll's Conservation of Resources Theory across diverse populations.

Jutta GampeView profile

Research Professor

• Statistical Demography
• Survival Analysis
• Mortality Analysis
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Jutta Gampe serves as Head of the Laboratory of Statistical Demography at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) in Rostock, Germany. Her position places her at the forefront of advanced demographic methodology development, with particular expertise in survival analysis and statistical modeling of mortality patterns. As a research leader at one of the world's premier demographic research institutions, she contributes significantly to methodological innovation in demography. Dr. Gampe's research interests center on statistical demography with specific focus on survival analysis with multiple time scales, mortality at extreme ages, and cognitive functioning in aging populations. Her work bridges theoretical statistical development with practical demographic applications, particularly in the context of human longevity and aging processes. She has made substantial contributions to methods for analyzing interval-censored data and developing smooth hazard functions for complex demographic phenomena. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong methodological focus with increasing sophistication in handling multiple time scales in survival models. Her research demonstrates a consistent trajectory from foundational work on mortality at extreme ages toward more complex statistical frameworks that can accommodate multiple dimensions of time in demographic processes. The interdisciplinary nature of her work is evident in collaborations spanning statistics, demography, epidemiology, and even ecological applications. Dr. Gampe leads several significant research projects including Cognitive Functioning in Middle- and High-Income Countries, Estimating Smooth Rates from Interval-Censored Data, Mortality at Extreme Ages and Potential Limits to Human Lifespan, and Multiple Time Scales in Survival and Event-History Models. Her laboratory serves as a hub for advanced statistical methodology development in demographic research, attracting numerous collaborators from around the world.

Mine KühnView profile

Research Fellow

• Population Health
• Demography
• Family Dynamics
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Mine Kühn is a Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) in Rostock, Germany, affiliated with the Laboratory of Population Health, MaxHel Center, and BIOSFER. Her research centers on population health, examining the intersections of family dynamics, socioeconomic status, and mental and physical health across the life course. Institution: Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research Research Units: Laboratory of Population Health, MaxHel Center, BIOSFER Role: Research Fellow Her research focuses on critical issues in demography and public health, including single motherhood, partnership transitions, mental health disparities, and the long-term effects of unemployment and separation on health. She investigates how social and economic factors shape health trajectories, particularly among vulnerable populations such as single parents and children. Her work often employs longitudinal data and advanced statistical methods to uncover causal pathways and trends. The recent publications highlight a strong thematic focus on family complexity, mental health, and health inequalities. Her research spans topics such as re-partnering among single mothers, the mental health impact of parental separation, stillbirth trends, and the gendered effects of the pandemic on childcare and mental health. These studies reflect a multidisciplinary approach combining demography, sociology, epidemiology, and public health. Mine Kühn has contributed to high-impact collaborative projects, most notably COVerAGE-DB, a global database tracking age-structured data on COVID-19 cases and deaths. Her publications appear in leading journals such as Acta Sociologica , Journal of Marriage and Family , Demographic Research , and SSM - Population Health . She actively collaborates with an international network of researchers across Europe and beyond, working with institutions in Finland, Denmark, the US, and other countries. Her research informs both academic understanding and policy development in family and health policy.

Hazem Ben AissaView profile

Associate Professor

• Organizational Behavior
• Workplace Stress Analysis
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
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Hazem Ben Aissa is an Associate Professor of Management at Université Paris-Saclay, holding a Researcher position (MCF). His work focuses on organizational behavior, workplace stress analysis, corporate social responsibility (CSR), entrepreneurial ecosystems, digital transformation, and occupational health management. He has been a current member of the university's faculty since at least 2020. His research spans a wide range of topics including post-revolution CSR dynamics in Tunisia, digital readiness in IT companies, institutional frameworks for entrepreneurial ecosystems, and managerial workload analysis. He has published extensively in journals like Management International , Finance Stratégie , and Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology , with notable contributions on psychosocial risk prevention and workplace stress models. Award details are not mentioned in the provided texts. His research often involves collaborative projects with institutions in Tunisia and France, addressing both theoretical and applied management challenges in diverse contexts such as automotive manufacturing (Renault case study) and emerging economies. He has presented at major conferences like CIFPME (Lyon), AGRH, and ISTEC Paris. No specific grants or lab affiliations are listed in the profile, though his work suggests involvement in interdisciplinary teams analyzing organizational and societal systems. His publications reflect a focus on combining empirical studies with theoretical frameworks to address contemporary management issues.

Ashwin SachdevaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Prostate Cancer
• Clinical trials
• Translational research
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Ashwin Sachdeva is a Clinical Senior Lecturer in Urology at the Division of Cancer Sciences, University of Manchester. His research focuses on prostate cancer, clinical trials, translational research, and cancer metabolism. He has contributed to major studies like the STAMPEDE trial, investigating treatments for metastatic prostate cancer. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being. Education: BMed and BSurg from Newcastle University; PhD on mitochondrial alterations in prostate cancer progression; MSc in Interdisciplinary Medicine & Engineering from the University of Manchester. Professional qualifications include The Royal College of Surgeons of England membership. Research interests include androgen deprivation therapy, novel hormonal therapies, and biomarker development. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, with recent work addressing cardiovascular risks of androgen receptor inhibitors and penile cancer management guidelines. Awards include the 2022 Prostate Cancer Foundation Young Investigator Award, 2024 European Urology Impact Award, and 2015 The Urology Foundation Research Scholarship Medal. He actively contributes to clinical trials, guideline development, and media discussions on prostate cancer advancements. Labs/Teams: Involved with Manchester Cancer Research Centre and Cancer Digital Futures initiatives. Collaborates internationally on oncology research and clinical trials.

Sallie HughesView profile

Professor

• Journalism Sustainability
• Journalism and Human Rights
• Journalist Safety
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Sallie Hughes is a Professor and Department Chair of Journalism and Media Management at the University of Miami’s School of Communication. She holds a PhD in Latin American Studies from Tulane University. Her roles include leading the Latin American region for the Worlds of Journalism Study, the largest global study of journalists’ working conditions and professional values. Her research focuses on journalism sustainability, media’s role in democracy, and journalist safety in insecure contexts. Notable works include Newsrooms in Conflict: Journalism and the Democratization of Mexico and co-authored Making a Life in Multiethnic Miami . Current projects explore occupational stress coping strategies and violence against journalists in Mexico and Brazil. Professional experience includes senior research leadership at the University of Miami Institute for Advanced Study of the Americas (2016–2021). Teaching focuses on comparative journalism and media systems analysis. Her work bridges academic research with real-world challenges facing news professionals in democratic transitions and conflict zones. Key contributions include conceptual frameworks for understanding journalist safety globally and measuring editorial autonomy in insecure democracies. Her research often addresses transnational issues like migration media representation and authoritarianism’s impact on press freedom.

• International Law
• Policy Diffusion
• EU Directives
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Katerina Linos is a Professor of Law at the UC Berkeley School of Law. Her research focuses on policy diffusion, international law, and the dynamics of legal and policy adoption across nations. She examines how global challenges like climate mobility, emergency governance, and EU fiscal frameworks shape national and transnational policies. Her work bridges comparative politics and law, analyzing topics such as the spread of social policies (e.g., health, family law), the role of international organizations, and the interplay between domestic politics and global norms. Her recent articles address post-pandemic EU recovery mechanisms, emergency powers in constitutional democracies, and the impact of forced migration on gender equity. Linos has contributed to debates on legal diffusion theory, emphasizing how democratic institutions influence policy adoption. Her scholarship also critiques and proposes reforms for global governance structures, including climate finance frameworks and refugee responsibility-sharing mechanisms. While no formal awards or grants are listed in the provided text, her prolific publication record reflects sustained engagement with pressing issues in international law and policy. She advises no listed students, but her work impacts scholars and policymakers globally through its empirical rigor and policy-relevant insights.

Henrik HolbechView profile

Associate Professor

• Ecotoxicology
• Endocrine Disruptors
• OECD Test Guidelines
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Henrik Holbech is an Associate Professor in Ecotoxicology at the University of Southern Denmark 's Department of Biology. With over 124 research outputs, his work focuses on developing OECD test guidelines for identifying endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) using fish and invertebrate models, particularly Danio rerio (zebrafish). He coordinates the EU Horizon 2020 ERGO project (€5.99M) and leads multiple Nordic Council-funded initiatives on mollusc endocrinology. As chair of the OECD Mollusc Expert Group and member of the ECHA Endocrine Disrupter Expert Group , he bridges human health and environmental toxicology through adverse outcome pathway (AOP) research. Research Contributions: Developed and validated Fish Sexual Development Test (FSDT) protocols (OECD TG 230/210/229) Pioneered mollusc-based EDC testing for aquatic invertebrates Lead author of OECD validation reports Contributor to 40+ international technical meetings Created ELISA methods for vitellogenin detection in fish Investigated ballast water treatment technologies (UV/cavitation/ozonation) Explored thyroid hormone disruption mechanisms in aquatic species Collaboration Network: Active in EU Tender projects with University of Heidelberg, University of Antwerp; Nordic Council partnerships (NordUTTE) with Norway/Sweden; Danish EPA collaborations (5.2 Mio DKK total). Key institutions: DHI Hoersholm, Fraunhofer, University of Antwerp.

Allison FordView profile

Assistant Professor

• Environmental Sociology
• Climate Change
• Environmental Justice
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Allison Ford is an Assistant Professor at Sonoma State University, affiliated with the departments of Anthropology and Geography, Environment, and Planning. Her work bridges environmental sociology, gender studies, and policy analysis, focusing on climate change, environmental justice, and the cultural dimensions of ecological crises. PhD , Sociology, University of Oregon (2020) MS , Sociology, University of Oregon (2015) MA , International Environmental Policy, Middlebury Institute of International Studies (2009) BA , Literature/Writing, University of California, San Diego (2005) Her research explores how systems of power shape environmental subjectivity and responses to climate risk, emphasizing intersectional feminist theory, ethnographic methods, and the interplay between social structures and ecological practices. She critiques environmental policies through the lens of marginalized communities and advocates for theoretical-practical integration in solving ecological crises. Recent publications center on prepping culture, emotional landscapes of risk, and the political economy of sustainability. Ford employs qualitative analysis to reveal how cultural narratives and emotional responses influence climate adaptation and resistance strategies. Her work underscores the need for inclusive environmental politics that prioritize social justice and ecological balance. As an educator, Ford uses feminist and embodied pedagogies to foster critical engagement with human-environment dynamics. She mentors students in general advising areas, encouraging interdisciplinary approaches to understanding and addressing environmental challenges.

Heidi L. WilliamsView profile

Professor

• Health Economics
• Innovation Economics
• Productivity Analysis
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Heidi L. Williams is a Professor at the Department of Economics, Dartmouth College , with affiliations to the Productivity, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship Program and the IFP (Institute for Policy) organization . Her work spans health economics, innovation policy, and productivity analysis. Education: Not explicitly stated in the provided text Williams' research focuses include economic effects of innovation , healthcare market failures , medical technology diffusion , and regional policy interventions . She has extensively studied prescription opioid use , patent systems , and economic impacts of medical research . Her publications reveal strong trends in health economics and innovation policy , particularly examining R&D incentives , medical technology commercialization , and regional innovation ecosystems . Recent articles emphasize dynamic scoring and economic feedback loops in policy analysis. Scientific awards include recognition through: Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships Global Math Talent Fellowship Retirement and Disability Research Center Grant Williams advises on science policy and has collaborated with prominent institutions like NBER . Her grant work focuses on medical research valuation and innovation policy . She maintains active research labs and teams around regional innovation and medical technology projects.

Costas MeghirView profile

Professor

• Development Economics
• Econometrics
• Economics of Education
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Costas Meghir is the Douglas A. Warner III Professor of Economics at Yale University and a Research Associate at the IZA Programs (Labor Studies, Children and Families, Public Economics, Development Economics). He holds a PhD from Manchester University and is a Fellow of multiple prestigious institutions, including the Econometric Society and the British Academy. His work spans labor economics, human capital, and early childhood development, with a focus on policy evaluation via randomized control trials (RCTs) in developing countries and the US. Education: PhD in Economics, University of Manchester His research explores intrahousehold resource allocation, welfare programs, informal labor markets, and education policy. Recent articles analyze gene-environment interactions in Colombia, marital sorting in the US, and wage dynamics in informal sectors. He has contributed extensively to understanding poverty transmission and education's role in health and labor outcomes. Scientific awards include the Ragnar Frisch Medal (2000), Bodosakis Foundation Prize (1997), and fellowships from major academies. He co-edits leading journals and designs scalable interventions to mitigate intergenerational poverty.

• Infectious Diseases
• HIV/AIDS
• Tropical Medicine
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Antonio Cascio is a Full Professor in the Department of Infectious Diseases at the University of Palermo's School of Medicine and Surgery, specializing in Health Promotion, Maternal and Child, Internal Medicine, and Specialist Excellence "G. D'Alessandro." He serves as the Delegate for Health Policies related to the "One Health" theme and maintains active teaching responsibilities in Infectious Diseases for both medical and nursing programs. His office hours are held twice weekly at the Infectious Diseases Unit of AOU Policlinico "P. Giaccone" in Palermo. Professor Cascio's research spans multiple critical areas of infectious diseases with particular emphasis on HIV/AIDS, antimicrobial resistance, tropical medicine, and the epidemiology of infectious diseases. His work demonstrates a strong focus on the intersection of clinical practice and public health, with significant contributions to understanding viral infections, tuberculosis, and emerging pathogens. His recent publications reflect a growing interest in the One Health approach, examining connections between human, animal, and environmental health factors in disease transmission and management. The trajectory of his publication record, spanning from 1992 to 2025 with over 200 publications, reveals evolving research priorities that have adapted to global health challenges. Early work focused on rotavirus epidemiology and leishmaniasis, while more recent research addresses contemporary challenges including HIV drug resistance, antimicrobial resistance patterns, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and innovative treatment approaches for complex infections. His international collaborations, particularly through the ID-IRI network, demonstrate a commitment to global health research and knowledge sharing. Professor Cascio maintains an active role in clinical practice, research, and teaching, with regular contributions to both Italian and international medical literature. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals covering infectious diseases, virology, and public health topics, reflecting his standing as a respected authority in his field.

Jeffrey BulerView profile

Professor

• Radar Aeroecology
• Avian Ecology and Migration
• Landscape Ecology
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Jeffrey Buler is a Professor of Wildlife Ecology in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware's College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. He holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Southern Mississippi (2006), an M.S. in Wildlife from Louisiana State University (1999), and a B.A. in Biology from St. Mary’s College of Maryland (1995). His research focuses on radar aeroecology , avian migration , landscape ecology , and conservation biology . He teaches courses including Wildlife Habitat Management (ENWC 416/616), Landscape Ecology (ENWC 820), and Ecological Modeling (ENWC 842). Buler's recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate strong themes in: Migratory stopover ecology and habitat conservation Impacts of artificial light and wind energy on birds Avian influenza transmission risks Innovative use of weather radar for wildlife monitoring He has advised 19+ graduate students and post-doctoral researchers on projects ranging from owl migration to grassland songbird ecology. Professional affiliations include Fellow of the American Ornithological Society, Midwest Migration Network Steering Committee, and editorial roles in major ornithological journals. Buler directs the Aeroecology Program and contributes to the Waterfowl Alert Network, developing tools to track waterfowl movements for disease prevention.

• Ecotoxicology
• Endocrine Disruption
• Aquatic Biology
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Alice Baynes is Senior Lecturer and Divisional Lead in Environmental Sciences at Brunel University London's Department of Life Sciences, College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences. She serves on SETAC Europe's steering committee for Endocrine Disrupter Testing and Risk Assessment and co-founded Brunel's Centre for Pollution Research and Policy. Education: PhD in Environmental Toxicology (2010, Brunel University London); BSc Hons Marine Biology (2002, University of Hull) Her research focuses on endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in aquatic environments, particularly their impacts on fish and freshwater gastropod molluscs' development, reproduction, and immune systems. She challenges the assumption that molluscs use vertebrate-like sex steroids, advocating for improved EDC testing protocols. Recent publications explore antidepressant drug pollution, microplastics, and pharmaceutical removal techniques, with keywords spanning Environmental Toxicology , Aquatic Pollution , and Endocrine Disruption . Notable subfields include mollusc endocrinology, antidepressant effects on gastropods, and green chemistry applications. Scientific Awards: Fellow of Higher Education Academy (2018) NERC Studentship (as supervisor) Baynes supervises PhD students on topics like pharmaceutical impacts on molluscs and microplastic effects. She has secured grants from NERC, Defra, UKWIR, and European Commission projects, advancing regulatory frameworks for EDCs. Her outreach includes organizing SETAC Europe sessions and contributing to OECD/EU reports.

Miles SilmanView profile

Professor

• Tropical Forest Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Community Ecology
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Miles Silman is a Professor of Biology at Wake Forest University and holds the Andrew Sabin Family Foundation Professorship in Conservation Biology. He is also the Director of the Center for Energy, Environment, and Sustainability (CEES), where he leads interdisciplinary research on global environmental change. His work is centered in the Andes and Amazon, particularly in Peru and Bolivia, where he conducts long-term ecological studies. B.S. in Biology, University of Missouri (1989) Ph.D. in Zoology, Duke University (1996) His research focuses on tropical forest ecology, conservation biology, and the impacts of climate change on species distributions. He integrates modern ecological fieldwork with paleoecological data to understand how plant communities respond to environmental gradients over time. His lab operates a 3 km altitudinal transect in southeastern Peru, providing critical insights into biodiversity, carbon cycling, and ecosystem resilience. Silman’s recent publications reveal strong trends in climate-driven species migration, forest productivity along elevation gradients, and the long-term human influence on Amazonian forests. His work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Science , PNAS , and Global Change Biology , and often involves large collaborative networks. Key themes include species distribution modeling, carbon budgeting, disturbance ecology, and the use of unmanned aerial vehicles for forest monitoring. Andrew Sabin Family Foundation Professor of Conservation Biology He actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students, many of whom conduct field research in South America. He teaches a summer field course on Tropical Biodiversity in Peru and supports student research through grants and lab funding. His lab collaborates with institutions like the Amazon Conservation Association and operates from field stations including Wayqecha, Villa Carmen, and Cocha Cashu. His work has significant implications for conservation policy, climate adaptation strategies, and sustainable land use in tropical regions.