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Timothy MorseView profile

Assistant Professor

• Special Education
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Assistive Technology
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Dr. Timothy Morse serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Teaching, Leadership, and Research at the School of Education, University of West Florida. His academic career spans special education administration, evidence-based instructional design, and autism spectrum disorder programming with extensive practical experience in public school systems. His educational foundation includes: Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Vanderbilt University Master of Education in Special Education from the University of New Orleans Doctorate of Education in Special Education from the University of Kentucky Dr. Morse's research concentrates on developing effective educational frameworks for students with disabilities, particularly autism spectrum disorder. His work explores assistive technology integration, positive behavior support systems, response to intervention models, and inclusive instructional strategies. He advocates for evidence-based public school programming that bridges theoretical research with classroom implementation, emphasizing practical solutions for educators working with mild to severe disabilities. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on special education policy implementation, autism education methodologies, and technology integration. His scholarship demonstrates longitudinal commitment to improving educational outcomes through structured interventions, curriculum design, and systemic reform efforts in both urban and state-wide contexts. Dr. Morse founded and directed the Autism Demonstration School through The University of Southern Mississippi's Autism Project, creating a statewide training hub for evidence-based practices. His current teaching responsibilities include EEX 4254: Instructional Strategies for Teaching Students With Exceptionalities and EEX 6051: Exceptionalities, directly translating research into educator preparation. He maintains professional licensure across four states covering Elementary Education (K-8), Mild/Moderate/Severe Disabilities (K-12), and Director of Special Education certification, reflecting his comprehensive expertise in special education systems.

• Music Composition
• New Opera
• Musical Theatricality
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Dr Catherine Kontz is a London-based composer and professor at the Royal College of Music, specializing in nonlinear forms, visual/spatial elements, and musical theatricality in contemporary composition. She serves as a Doctoral Supervisor and is currently an artist-in-residence at King's College London's Engineering Department. Born 1976 BMus (Hons), MMus, PhD from Goldsmiths Her research spans: Audio technology applications in composition Multimedia operatic productions Site-specific sound installations Interdisciplinary collaboration strategies Cultural synthesis in musical theatre Temporal experimentation in performance Her work has been performed by prestigious ensembles and artists including Solistes Européens Luxembourg, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, ensemble recherche, Exaudi, and Naomi Woo. Current projects include collaborative research with Professor Zoran Cvetkovic exploring audio technologies and human intelligence processes. Notable achievements: Shortlisted for Quattropole Music Prize Commissioned for European Capital of Culture program Doctoral research connecting Deleuzian theory with mime opera Regular Tête-à-Tête opera festival participant Director of multimedia opera productions Academic contributions include: Supervising doctoral composition students Developing interdisciplinary research projects Teaching contemporary composition techniques Creating large-scale collaborative works Advancing audio technology applications Mentoring emerging composers

Kian GohView profile

Associate Professor

• Urban Planning
• Climate Change Adaptation
• Urban Resilience
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Kian Goh is an Associate Professor of Urban Planning at UCLA's Luskin School of Public Affairs, where she investigates the spatial politics of urban climate change responses across North America, Southeast Asia, and Europe. A licensed architect and co-founder of SUPER-INTERESTING! design practice, she bridges academic research with professional practice in urban ecological design and social mobilization. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Urban and Environmental Planning from MIT Master of Architecture from Yale University Prior academic appointments span Northeastern University, University of Pennsylvania, The New School, and Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Goh's research centers on climate justice, urban resilience, and the intersection of design with social movements. Her work critically examines how climate adaptation plans reinforce or challenge spatial inequalities, with particular focus on queer space and smart city sociopolitics. Her forthcoming MIT Press book Form and Flow: The Spatial Politics of Urban Resilience and Climate Justice analyzes global power dynamics in urban climate responses through case studies in New York, Jakarta, and Rotterdam. Analysis of her recent publications reveals dominant themes in climate justice praxis, with strong emphasis on racial capitalism, fiscal equity, and grassroots mobilization. Her scholarship consistently connects urban theory to on-the-ground climate activism, highlighting how marginalized communities shape resilient futures through spatial resistance and alternative governance models. Dr. Goh has not been mentioned to have received specific scientific awards in the provided materials. As an educator and practitioner, she mentors students in urban planning while leading SUPER-INTERESTING!—a Brooklyn-based firm engaged in multidisciplinary architecture and strategic consulting. Her professional work with Weiss/Manfredi and MVRDV informs her academic research on just urban design and climate adaptation. Through SUPER-INTERESTING!, Dr. Goh collaborates with community organizations on climate resilience projects, particularly focusing on queer spatial practices and equitable smart city development. Her current fieldwork in Jakarta examines urban waterscapes and hydro-politics in sinking cities, while ongoing projects analyze fiscal mechanisms for climate justice in North American municipalities.

• societal art
• early art education
• gender
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Tiina Pusa serves as a Senior University Lecturer in the Department of Art and Media at Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture in Helsinki. Her responsibilities include teaching, curriculum development, and research within art education frameworks. Her academic credentials feature a doctoral degree (2012) focused on phenomenological research in art education. PhD in Art Education (2012), Aalto University, specializing in phenomenological approaches to art pedagogy Pusa's research critically examines societal art, early childhood art education, gender dynamics in artistic practice, sports-related art contexts, and urban art interventions. Her work emphasizes creating inclusive educational spaces that address social inequalities through art-based methodologies and community engagement. Analysis of her 2022-2025 publications reveals consistent thematic focus on spatial dynamics in art education, intersectional museum practices, and Finnish cultural identity. Key trends include artivist solidarity movements, ecological perspectives in art (notably peat symbolism), and gender-inclusive pedagogical frameworks across urban settings. Her recognition includes: Teacher of the Year award from the Department of Art (May 2018) While her collaborative publications demonstrate extensive academic networking, no specific graduate student supervision or grant funding details are documented in available sources. Her professional activities center on curriculum innovation and research dissemination through the Research in Arts and Education journal.

Julia María Espinosa FajardoView profile

Professor

• Gender Studies
• Development Studies
• Political Science
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Julia María Espinosa Fajardo is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Seville, specializing in Gender Studies, Development Studies, and Political Science. She holds a PhD in Political Science and Sociology from the Complutense University of Madrid, where she completed her thesis on gender equality in development aid evaluation focusing on British, Swedish, and Spanish official cooperation. Her educational background includes a doctorate supervised by Dr. María Bustelo Ruesta at the Complutense University of Madrid. Her research primarily focuses on gender equality, feminist evaluation methodologies, and public policy analysis, with significant contributions to understanding how gender perspectives can transform development cooperation and academic institutions. Espinosa Fajardo's research interests span Gender Studies, Development Studies, International Relations, and Public Policy Evaluation. Her work critically examines gender equality in development cooperation, feminist approaches to evaluation, and the impact of digitalization on gender relations in the workplace. She has developed innovative methodologies for gender-sensitive evaluation that incorporate intersectional feminist perspectives and human rights frameworks. Her publication record shows a clear evolution from foundational work on gender in development cooperation toward more nuanced analyses of feminist evaluation, structural gender change in academic institutions, and the political challenges to gender equality posed by populist movements. Recent publications demonstrate her engagement with contemporary issues like digital labor platforms, remote work legislation, and the gendered impacts of the industrial revolution 4.0. She has been actively involved in collaborative research initiatives, including the European research-action project GENOVATE (Transforming organisational culture for gender equality in research and innovation), where she developed evaluation models for assessing structural gender change in universities. Her work bridges academic research with practical policy applications, particularly in the areas of gender mainstreaming and transformative evaluation approaches.

Leonardo TonettoView profile

Researcher

• Mobile User Modeling
• Deep Learning
• Data Analysis
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Leonardo Tonetto is a researcher at Technical University of Munich (TUM) within the Chair of Connected Mobility, working under Prof. Jörg Ott. His office is located in FMI 01.05.038 and he maintains an active presence in both academic research and open-source development with significant GitHub contributions (19 repositories, 73 stars). His work bridges theoretical research and practical implementation in mobility systems. Dr. Tonetto's research spans Mobile User Modeling , Deep Learning & Data Analysis , Signal Processing , and Complex Networks . His work demonstrates particular expertise in extracting meaningful patterns from human mobility data while addressing critical privacy concerns. Recent publications show increasing focus on ethical implications of location-based data and energy-efficient computing for augmented reality applications. Analysis of his publication record from 2014-2025 reveals a consistent research trajectory evolving from fundamental mobility pattern analysis toward more complex systems integrating privacy considerations and energy efficiency. His work increasingly intersects computer science with social implications, particularly in location-based services and epidemic modeling. The research shows strong methodological diversity, employing machine learning, network analysis, and signal processing techniques across various application domains. Through his GitHub profile and open-source contributions, Tonetto demonstrates commitment to reproducible research and community engagement. His technical skills span multiple programming languages and systems, supporting both theoretical research and practical implementation of mobility-aware systems. While specific grant information isn't publicly available, his consistent publication output suggests successful research funding.

Anne D. GordonView profile

Clinical Professor

• Social Justice Lawyering
• Clinical Legal Education
• Professional Identity Development
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Anne D. Gordon is a Clinical Professor of Law and Director of Externships at Duke University School of Law, teaching Social Justice Lawyering, Movement Lawyering Lab, and Life Design seminars while serving on the AALS Clinical Section Executive Committee and ACLU National Board. Education: Princeton University, School of Public and International Affairs (A.B.) University of Michigan Law School (J.D., cum laude) Gordon's research centers on social justice lawyering and anti-racist clinical education , with scholarship addressing bias in legal pedagogy, constitutional educational rights, and movement-based legal strategies. Her work integrates psychological research to advance equity in law school teaching and clinical program design. Recent publications reveal a trajectory toward systemic reform in legal education, emphasizing anti-racist frameworks and practical applications of constitutional law to social justice issues like border policy and educational access. As Externship Director, Gordon mentors students through real-world placements and leads the Movement Lawyering Lab: Law for Black Lives, collaborating with racial justice movements to develop litigation and advocacy strategies grounded in community needs.

• Spatial Analysis
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Environmental Management
• +5 more

Colin John McClean is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Environment and Geography at the University of York , with over 25 years of experience in spatial analysis and GIS applications for environmental management. His career spans post-doctoral research at Cardiff and Newcastle, followed by academic roles at York since 1996. Education: BSc in Geography from the University of Edinburgh (1986); PhD in Geography from Durham University (1991). McClean’s research focuses on leveraging spatial datasets to address conservation ecology, climate change impacts on biodiversity, and land use modeling. He has pioneered work using machine learning methods like genetic algorithms and simulated annealing for reserve selection, with applications in the Sahel region (e.g., Shea Tree climate modeling) and marine conservation. Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary themes, including urban green-blue spaces and health , tropical peatland restoration , and oil palm sustainability . His work has been funded by NERC, Defra, EU, and the Darwin Initiative, often involving cross-institutional collaborations. He supervises PhD students in topics such as water chemistry prediction , soil nitrogen dynamics , and protected area effectiveness under climate change . No scientific awards are documented, but his research on climate change impacts has influenced major reports like the Stern Review and the 2007 IPCC assessment.

• The Social Organisation of Science
• Alcohol Industry Studies
• Bioinformatics
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Dr Andy Bartlett is a Research Associate at the School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations at the University of Sheffield. His work intersects science studies, public health, and policy analysis, with a focus on the social organization of science, particularly in alcohol industry research and bioinformatics. Current Affiliation : University of Sheffield, School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations Academic Role : Research Associate Contact : a.j.bartlett@sheffield.ac.uk His research examines the impact of corporate influence on scientific knowledge production, boundary work in multidisciplinary fields, and the ethical implications of industry-sponsored research. Recent publications analyze alcohol industry strategies, public-private partnerships, and the translation of biomedical innovations. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his collaborations with scholars like John McCambridge and Jamie Lewis highlight his role in critical public health and sociological research. He contributes to the iHuman research group, addressing sociotechnical intersections in science.

Xuan-Thao NguyenView profile

Professor

• Asian Law
• Banking Law
• Business and Corporate Law
• +16 more

Professor Xuan-Thao Nguyen is the Pendleton Miller Chair in Law and Director of the Asian Law Center at the University of Washington School of Law. She specializes in Intellectual Property , Corporate Governance , Technology Law , and Banking , with a focus on Cryptocurrency , Law and Technology , and E-Commerce . Her work bridges legal frameworks with innovation economics. Her research explores IP Taxation as a tool for economic growth, Blockchain applications in corporate law, and Global Tech Competition between China and the U.S. She has advised on high-profile cases involving Trademark Disputes (e.g., Starbucks vs. Starbucks Workers United) and Trade Secrets (Group14 litigation). Recent publications analyze AI Copyright Class Actions (2025), Crypto Losses (2024), and Tech Bankruptcy trends. Her book Silicon Valley Bank: The Rise and Fall of a Community Bank for Tech (2024) provides a critical case study of tech finance. She actively engages in international policy discussions, including Vietnam Data Protection (2024), U.S.-Vietnam Economic Ties (2024), and Metaverse Regulation . She leads UW's Entrepreneurship and Law Speaker Series and collaborates with institutions across Southeast Asia and the U.S.

Robb W LindgrenView profile

Professor

• Embodied Learning
• Educational Technology
• Mixed Reality Simulations
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Robb W Lindgren is a Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with appointments in Curriculum and Instruction and Educational Psychology . He serves as Associate Dean for Research in the College of Education and holds affiliations with the National Center for Supercomputing Applications (NCSA) , Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology , and Center for Social & Behavioral Science . His research focuses on Embodied learning through gesture and physical interaction Design of mixed/augmented reality educational systems Collaborative STEM education with immersive technologies Recent publications highlight his work in: Biochemistry simulations using haptic feedback (2024) VR-based spatial reasoning for astronomy education (2023) Metaverse learning environments with theory-driven design (2023) Climate change simulations with full-body tracking (2022) His research group explores how physical movement and gestural interfaces shape scientific understanding and conceptual change. Key collaborations include work with Jee Hyang Park , Jun Kang , and Thomas Kim , focusing on Gesture-mediated collaboration XR learning analytics Agency in embodied design

Olivier FrancommeView profile

Associate Professor

• Educational Sciences
• Freinet Pedagogy
• Educational Innovation
• +7 more

Olivier Francomme is an Associate Professor (PRAG) at the University of Picardy Jules Verne in Amiens, France. He also serves as a Research Director at the China Cooperative Research Center for Modern School at Jiaxing University of Zhejiang in China, and as an Associate Researcher at the EXPERICE laboratory (EA 3971) at the University of Paris 8. His professional email is olivier.francomme@u-picardie.fr and he can be reached at his personal website http://olivier-francomme.fr/ . University of Picardy Jules Verne - Associate Professor (PRAG) University of Paris 8 - Associate Researcher at EXPERICE laboratory University of Zhejiang, China - Research Director at China Cooperative Research Center AFIRSE French Section - General Secretary Dr. Francomme earned his Doctorate in Educational Sciences and completed his HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) in 2011. His academic journey began with a Doctorate in Human Geography in 2000, which emerged from anthropological education research focusing on family structures and educational outcomes in Colombian Amazonia and Caribbean islands. In 2004, he pursued a Master's degree to better align with teacher training contexts where he continues to work today. Dr. Francomme's research interests span multiple dimensions of educational phenomena. He specializes in Freinet pedagogy and its international applications, particularly in China where he has been instrumental in establishing experimental Freinet schools since 2011. His work on "Scientific support for educational innovations in schools and high schools" represents a significant three-year action research project (2015-2021) conducted with AFIRSE French section and CCRCMS in China. Another major research strand focuses on "Violence in schools," where he served as coordinator and scientific manager for an international research project initiated by UNESP (University of Rio Claro Brazil) from 2008-2014. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on transdisciplinarity in educational research, with particular attention to cooperative research methods ("Chercheurs Collectifs Coopératifs") that bridge theory and practice. There's a clear international dimension to his work, with significant collaborations in China, Greece, Brazil, and across Europe. The pandemic period (2020-2022) saw him examining how Freinet pedagogy practitioners adapted to coronavirus challenges, demonstrating the flexibility and resilience of alternative educational approaches. Dr. Francomme has been actively involved in advising and research supervision, particularly through his role directing the Master MEEF-EBI (bilingual immersive teaching) program at the University of Perpignan. His work with "Chercheurs Collectifs Coopératifs" represents an innovative approach to teacher training that emphasizes collaborative research as a pathway to professional development. He has secured research funding through various channels including AFIRSE, CCRCMS, and AO-IUFM Picardie (2010-2013). Dr. Francomme leads research teams through the China Cooperative Research Center for Modern School in Jiaxing, where he directs international collaborations focused on educational innovation. At the University of Paris 8, he contributes to the EXPERICE laboratory (EA 3971), which specializes in educational sciences, psychoanalysis, and French as a foreign language. His work with the ICEM (Institut coopératif de l'École moderne) and FIMEM (Fédération internationale des mouvements de l'École moderne) connects him to broader international networks of educational innovation.

D.G. WebsterView profile

Associate Professor

• Environmental governance
• Political economy
• Global environmental governance
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D.G. Webster is an Associate Professor in the Environmental Studies Department at Dartmouth College, specializing in environmental governance, political economy, and social-ecological systems. Her research focuses on "precursors to governance," examining the processes social-ecological systems undergo before effective environmental policies can be designed and implemented. Dr. Webster holds a B.A. from Connecticut College and both an M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Southern California. She serves as Editor of the journal Global Environmental Politics and contributes to her field through service to the Environmental Studies Section of the International Studies Association and the Ocean Taskforce of the Earth Systems Governance Project. She was awarded the Fulbright Distinguished Fellowship in Oceans Governance at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil for 2024-2025. Her research examines how power disconnects and problem narratives affect environmental governance across various contexts including fisheries, mining, oil production, nutrient pollution, climate change, and public health. She has developed three key conclusions: institutional design cannot be ahistorical; shifting to effective precursors to governance is necessary for successful environmental management; and synergies between environmental and social justice movements are crucial for breaking down governance barriers. Dr. Webster's work employs diverse methodologies including historical analysis, computational modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She has led projects such as the Chesapeake Governance Project, Media Coverage of Climate Related Extreme Events, and the development of the Oceans Governance Toolkit. Her research has been funded by organizations including NSF's Social-Environment Synthesis Center (SESYNC). Among her notable awards and recognitions are her editorship of Global Environmental Politics , service on multiple editorial boards including Environmental Politics and Earth Systems Governance Journal , and her role as a contributor to the International Science Council's Policy Brief on Global Sea-Level Rise. She has also served as a panelist at the UN Oceans Conference in Lisbon, Portugal (2022). Dr. Webster teaches courses including Marine Policy (ENVS 17), Political Economy of US Environmental Governance (ENVS 56), Global Environmental Politics (ENVS 65), and Business, Growth, and the Environment (ENVS 16). She has advised numerous students and collaborated with researchers across disciplines to advance understanding of environmental governance challenges and solutions.

Jan-Magnus EneloView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Social Class
• Political Sociology
• Cultural Sociology
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Jan-Magnus Enelo serves as a Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Örebro University's School of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences. His academic work spans sociological theory, quantitative methodology, and interdisciplinary research on social stratification and cultural dynamics. His research focuses on social class structures , political sociology , and culture's influence on values and political behavior , with particular emphasis on honour-based violence and culture of honour phenomena. Enelo examines how socioeconomic conditions shape fundamental values that subsequently influence political opinions and party affiliations, while his violence studies explore how honour cultures emerge, manifest, and persist in Swedish society. As principal investigator for the HVS: Honour, Violence and Society project (2017-2020), he led quantitative studies on honour-related violence across Sweden's major metropolitan areas. His publications reveal critical intersections between gender, migration background, and social isolation in violence vulnerability. Senior Lecturer in Sociology since 2012 (following doctoral completion) Active researcher in CVS - Centre for Violence Studies Member of HeVoS (Honor, Violence and Society) research group Contributor to Work, Family and Intimate Relations research collective Enelo's teaching portfolio centers on sociological theory and quantitative methods, with additional instruction in social work and media/communication studies. His methodological expertise informs both his empirical research on political consumption fields and his analyses of honour-based oppression mechanisms.

Sophia Hagolani-AlbovView profile

Researcher

• Agroecology
• Extractivism
• Food System Redesign
• +5 more

Sophia Hagolani-Albov is a Doctoral Researcher at the University of Helsinki , affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS) . She is a member of the Trees For Development (TreesForDev) project and the Global Extractivisms and Alternatives Initiative (EXALT) . PhD candidate in Interdisciplinary Environmental Studies Doctoral Programme (DENVI) Co-host of the EXALT Initiative podcast Education: Master of Science in Geography, University of Montana (2012-2015) Bachelor of Arts in Government, California State University, Sacramento (2002-2006) Research Interests span agroecology, extractivisms (resource and data), food system redesign, ecological restoration, and sustainability transitions. Her work combines rural sociology and human geography methodologies to address socio-cultural barriers in Finnish food systems and global tree planting schemes. Recent Publications focus on multispecies organizing, counter-hegemonic ethics, and extractivism's social costs. Her 2025 article in Business Ethics Quarterly explores ethico-political dynamics in ecological restoration. Scientific Awards: Recipient of Conference Organizer of the Year 2019 Teaching & Organizational Roles: Co-organized master's and doctoral courses on extractivisms, sustainability communication, and transformation. Served as Teaching Assistant at University of Helsinki and University of Montana in sustainability science and geography courses. Grants & Projects: Funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2023-2026) and Research Council of Finland (2018-2023). Currently manages the Trees For Development Podcast Series and contributes to the Political economies of deforestation project.