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• Social Sciences
• Communication
• Women's Studies
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Assoc. Prof. Emel Aksoy is an academic at Akdeniz University , affiliated with the Faculty of Communication, Department of Journalism . Her research spans Communication Sciences, Social Psychology, Media Studies, Gender Studies, Translation Studies , and Popular Culture , with over 34 publications and 6 thesis advisories. Current academic rank: Assistant Professor (2017-present) Coordinated Erasmus, Mevlana, and Farabi exchange programs (2017-2024) Specializes in media construction of national identity and gender roles Education: Doctorate in Journalism, Ege University (2012) Postgraduate in Interpreting and Translating, Mugla Sitki Kocman University (2007) B.A. in English Language and Literature, Ege University (2004) Research Interests: Focuses on how media constructs national identities , gender roles in popular culture , and sociocultural implications of translation . Her work analyzes Turkish image portrayal in foreign press and explores intersectional approaches to cultural studies. Recent Publications trend toward gender representation in advertising , sustainability in hospitality , and identity politics in media , with 2024's Journal of Advertising article on gender discourse being a key contribution. Conference Participation : Active in international media and social science symposia (2013-2020) across Turkey, Italy, Czech Republic, and USA.

Nicola WinzenriedView profile

Lecturer

• Intercultural Communication
• Global Leadership and Management
• Global Teams
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Nicola Winzenried is a Lecturer at the College of Management of Technology (CDM), École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), affiliated with the Management of Technology and Entrepreneurship (MTE) department and the MTE-ENS unit. She holds a guest status, indicating a specialized or non-permanent academic role focused on teaching. Her research and teaching expertise lies in global leadership and management, with a strong focus on Intercultural Communication, Global Teams, Diversity & Inclusion, Expatriation, and Repatriation . She designs and delivers courses that equip participants with leadership tools for multicultural environments, emphasizing authenticity and personal leadership styles. Nicola was awarded the EPFL Polysphere Award in 2021 for excellence in teaching, highlighting her impact and quality in pedagogy. She advises on leadership development in global contexts but no formal students are listed. There is no mention of research grants or specific labs or teams led by her. Her work appears to be primarily educational and applied in organizational settings.

• Management Education
• Intercultural Competency
• Human Resource Management
• +4 more

Prof. Dr. Petra Garnjost is a Professor of General Business Administration at Saarland University of Applied Sciences (htw saar), where she has taught since January 2011. She serves as Studiendekanin (Dean of Studies) for the Faculty of Business Sciences and contributes to internationalization initiatives through programs like Global Business and International HR Management. Specializes in Management Education and Team Management in Multicultural Environments Developed learner-centered pedagogies (flipped classroom, problem-based learning) to enhance applied skills in business contexts Active in Erasmus+ projects like GLOBDIVES (2022-2024) and ViJoMo (Virtual Joint Modules) Research Focus spans: Learner-centered teaching formats (project-based learning, flipped classroom) Intercultural competency and leadership Sustainable HRM integration into business curricula Global Citizenship Education frameworks Comparative analysis of teaching methods Scientific Awards : Best Empirical Paper Award at Eastern Academy of Management (2022) External Roles include accreditation reviewer, founding member of the European Leadership Forum (Luxembourg), and board member of ASW gGmbH and Lebenshilfe Bad Kreuznach e.V.

Birgit GronerView profile

Researcher

• Social Work
• Diversity Management
• Systemic Organizational Development
• +5 more

Birgit Groner serves as Director of the Institute for Further and Continuing Education at Evangelische Hochschule Ludwigsburg, holding a 75% employment contract. She teaches in the CAS Diversity Management and Systemic Organizational Development program as well as the B.A. and M.A. Social Work programs. Her educational background includes studies in Romance Languages and Pre- and Early History at Tübingen University (1983), a Diploma in Social Pedagogy from Reutlingen (1985), and a Master's in Social Management from Freiburg (2001). Groner's research focuses on diversity, migration, and social integration, with particular emphasis on cultural mediation in migration societies and multiculturalism's relationship to social cohesion. Her work bridges academic theory with practical application in social work settings, reflecting her belief that 'education should focus on concrete needs and essential elements, while efficient continuing education should unlock potentials for social and diaconal professionals to address changing circumstances.' Her publications demonstrate a consistent focus on diversity management, anti-discrimination work, and cultural mediation within social contexts. Professional trajectory includes roles as women's project officer at Terre des Femmes (1992-1997), youth education officer focusing on girls' and women's education (1996-1997), teaching on gender perspectives in social work (1997), and educational consulting (2000-2002). She served as a scientific employee at the Institute for Further and Continuing Education from 2002-2014 before becoming its Director. Complementing her university position, Groner works freelance as a systemic coach and organizational consultant, applying her expertise in change management and social management to practical organizational contexts.

Shawhin RoudbariView profile

Associate Professor

• Social Justice in Architecture
• Contentious Politics
• Racial Equity
• +7 more

Shawhin Roudbari serves as Associate Professor and Co-Director of the Center for Community-Engaged Design and Research (CEDaR) at the Program in Environmental Design (ENVD), University of Colorado Boulder. His academic work bridges architectural theory with sociological studies of social movements and race. Research Interests: Shawhin specializes in contentious politics within design professions, focusing on environmental vulnerability in incarceration infrastructure, racial equity in architectural practice, and disaster resilience. His ethnographic and speculative design methods address how designers organize to confront social problems, particularly through the lens of institutional racism and colonial hierarchies. His recent publications reveal strong thematic convergence around carceral geography (analyzing climate risks in prisons), decolonial practice (challenging neoliberal multiculturalism in development), and counter-institutional pedagogy (developing alternative educational models through Dark Matter University and Design as Protest). Organizational Affiliations: Co-Director, Center for Community-Engaged Design and Research (CEDaR) Founding Member, Dissent by Design Research Collective Organizer, Dark Matter University (DMU) Organizer, Design as Protest (DAP) Shawhin's collaborative work emphasizes community-led design activism and challenges colorblind approaches in architectural practice. His research integrates fieldwork in correctional facilities with participatory design methods to address systemic inequities in built environments.

Stephanie HanrahanView profile

Associate Professor

• Sport Psychology
• Applied Psychology
• Mental Skills Training
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Associate Professor Stephanie Hanrahan at the University of Queensland's School of Psychology is a leading figure in Sport Psychology , with a focus on Mental Skills Training , Athletes with Disabilities , and Cross-Cultural Interventions . Her work bridges the gap between Applied Psychology and Community Development , particularly through programs like LifeMatters and cross-cultural coaching initiatives. Research Interests: Sport Psychology, Disability Inclusion, Positive Youth Development, Cross-Cultural Mental Health. Key Contributions: 15 recent articles on topics ranging from low-resource program evaluation to cultural education in dance , emphasizing mental skills and social anxiety reduction . Her scholarly output highlights games-based interventions for disadvantaged youth , PMR techniques for dancer recovery , and coach education in Botswana . While no explicit awards are noted, her co-authored Biophysical Foundations of Human Movement (3rd ed.) and The Coaching Process (3rd ed.) underscore her academic leadership. Professor Hanrahan's work integrates multicultural perspectives into therapeutic relationships, advocating for disability inclusion in sports and resilience-building in marginalized communities. Her research spans journal articles , book chapters , and international collaborations , reflecting a commitment to global health and social justice in sport psychology.

Saskia EschenbacherView profile

Professor

• Transformative Learning
• Adult Education
• Andragogy
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Prof. Dr. phil. Saskia Eschenbacher is a Professor of Adult Education and Counseling at Akkon University of Applied Sciences Berlin and holds a visiting professorship at Teachers College, Columbia University . Her academic work bridges theory and practice in transformative learning, adult education, and psychological counseling, with a focus on crisis, trauma, and social justice. She teaches in programs such as Social Work and Advanced Clinical Nursing, integrating andragogy, leadership, and emergency psychology. Education: BA in Education, University of Augsburg (top of class); fast-track doctorate in transformative learning theory Current Affiliation: Akkon University of Applied Sciences Berlin, College of Education and Social Affairs Visiting Role: Teachers College, Columbia University (since 2019) Leadership: Convenor of the European network TEAE (ESREA) Her research interests center on transformative learning , particularly in contexts of migration, gender inequality, emergency services, and crisis. She explores how individuals and systems undergo profound change through dialogue, reflection, and pedagogical intervention. Her work integrates systems thinking, trauma theory, and critical pedagogy, with a strong emphasis on social transformation and resilience. The recent articles show a consistent trend toward applying transformative learning in high-stakes environments—emergency work, pandemics, migration—and addressing structural issues like gender identity, period poverty, and anti-Muslim racism. The research combines theoretical depth with practical relevance, often co-authored with leading scholars in the field, and published in top journals such as Journal of Transformative Education and Frontiers in Education . Scientific awards and recognitions include: Funding from the Hanns Seidel Foundation for doctoral research Immunity to Change™ Facilitator certification by Harvard professors Robert Kegan and Lisa Lahey (2022) She has advised and collaborated internationally with institutions like DVV International, Bosch, and the US Government Exchange Programs. While no formal advisees are listed, she mentors through supervision, workshops, and guest lectures. She has been involved in research grants related to intercultural competencies in emergency services and transformative learning in sustainable development. She leads the Transformative and Emancipatory Adult Education (TEAE) network under ESREA and contributes to editorial boards such as International Review of Education . Her work fosters international collaboration, particularly in Eastern Europe and crisis-affected regions, promoting transformative learning as a tool for personal and societal change.

Robert A. FilbackView profile

Clinical Professor

• Higher Education
• International and Comparative Education
• Online and Digital Learning
• +3 more

Robert A. Filback is Professor of Clinical Education at the University of Southern California's Rossier School of Education, where he serves as co-chair of the Higher Education Concentration and chair of the Master of Arts in TESOL program. His academic leadership includes designing innovative degree programs and maintaining an active research agenda. Education: Ph.D. in International and Intercultural Education, University of Southern California M.A. in TESOL, University of Southern California B.S. in Chemistry with minor in Religion, George Fox University Filback's research examines higher education systems, digital learning environments, language policy frameworks, and democratic education practices. His work emphasizes cross-cultural educational design and institutional innovation in global contexts. Publications consistently address educational transformation through online program quality, leadership development, language immersion, and social justice initiatives, with increasing focus on digital pedagogy and systemic reform since 2020. Awards: Nomination for Best Dissertation Award, USC School of Education Grants & Advising: Co-PI for major grants including $3M Department of Education funding (2023-2026). Regularly chairs doctoral dissertations and advises graduate students in education leadership and TESOL. Program Development: Founded Rossier Democracy Project and led creation of the World Masters in Language Teaching, Global Executive EdD, online MAT-TESOL, and EdD in Organizational Change and Leadership programs.

Geneviève MageauView profile

Professor

• Social Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Motivational Psychology
• +5 more

Geneviève Mageau is a Professor at the Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, University of Montreal. She directs the Autonomy Support Research Laboratory and co-leads the Nos Enfants project, which evaluates the efficacy of the "How to Talk So Kids Will Listen" parenting program. Ph.D. in Psychology (2003) and Postdoctoral Fellow (2004) from Université du Québec à Montréal and McGill University Research focuses on autonomy support , self-determination theory , and parent-child relationships , with applications in parenting, sports, and workplace psychology Her work operationalizes autonomy support through empathy , informational communication , and encouraging initiative Current research examines autonomy support in high-structure contexts like persistent rule-breaking and parenting workshops. She investigates how structured parental guidance can balance child autonomy with clear boundaries. Her recent publications span topics in Developmental Psychology , Social Development , and Motivation and Emotion , emphasizing longitudinal studies and multimodal interventions. Professor Mageau supervises numerous Ph.D. and Master's students, including Emilie Lemelin, Laurence Labelle, and Mélodie Roy (2023). She has secured grants from IRSC, FRQSC, and CRSH for projects like evaluating parenting programs and studying psychosocial adaptation in preschoolers. Her laboratory collaborates with institutions such as the Montreal Biodôme Day Camp, Collège Ahuntsic, and Université d'Ottawa. She teaches advanced quantitative methods in psychology and is affiliated with the Self-Determination Theory research group.

Minna PaunovaView profile

Associate Professor

• Multicultural Teams
• Leadership
• Diversity Management
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Minna Paunova is an Associate Professor at Copenhagen Business School, affiliated with the Department of Management, Society and Communication. Her research focuses on multicultural teams, leadership dynamics, diversity management, and social exchange theory, with particular attention to nationality, gender, and migrant integration. Role: Associate Professor at Copenhagen Business School Department: Department of Management, Society and Communication Paunova's work examines how nationality diversity impacts leadership inequality in multinational teams, the role of openness to language and cultural differences in enhancing team creativity, and gender biases in student evaluations of teaching. She also explores ethical practices in survey research and employee turnover in globalized contexts. Her recent publications (2024–2025) address intersectionality in the Danish LGBTQIA+ community, nationality-based discrimination, and strategic approaches to fostering belonging in organizations. Google Scholar lists 37 total publications, with research outputs spanning journal articles, book chapters, teaching cases, and audiovisual productions. Paunova actively engages in knowledge dissemination through media contributions and lectures on multicultural team management, leadership archetypes, and migrant integration strategies. Her work contributes to understanding diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges in modern workplaces.

• Entrepreneurship
• Management & Leadership
• Organizational Governance
• +5 more

Line Pillet is a Full Professor at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland (HES-SO), specifically at the School of Management in Valais-Wallis. She serves as Head of the Entrepreneurship & Management Institute, leading initiatives that bridge academic research with practical entrepreneurship. Her work spans multiple institutional roles while maintaining an active research and publication record. Her research interests focus on entrepreneurship, organizational governance, change management, and systems approach of organizations . She has made significant contributions to understanding academic entrepreneurship through the Business eXperience program, organizational resilience during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, and sustainable building renovation governance. Her recent work combines the Quintuple Helix model with a S.P.I.N.S quest to examine multi-stakeholder approaches to sustainable development. Professor Pillet's publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output across multiple formats including book chapters, scientific papers, and conference proceedings. Her work spans disciplines from organizational behavior to sustainable development, with a strong emphasis on practical applications in educational and business contexts. The research shows clear progression from foundational work on academic entrepreneurship to more recent applications in sustainable building renovation and crisis management. Her scientific contributions include: Research on organizational resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic published in Safety Science (2024) Studies on academic entrepreneurship frameworks published with Springer (2022) Work on multicultural collaborative learning in the Journal of International Business Education (2023) Recent book chapter on sustainable building renovation governance (2025) Professor Pillet actively supervises student projects through the Business eXperience program and has developed innovative teaching methodologies for multicultural collaboration. Her work on the 4E learning pedagogy has enhanced perceived learning attainment for international online learners. She has presented her research at numerous conferences including the Safety, Security, and Risk Management conferences and the Swiss Sport Managers Conference, demonstrating the breadth of her scholarly engagement across academic and professional contexts. Her leadership of the Entrepreneurship & Management Institute provides students with hands-on entrepreneurial experiences while advancing research on knowledge transfer and research commercialization. The institute serves as a hub for connecting academic work with regional business needs in the Valais region, particularly in sustainable development sectors.

Shirish C. SrivastavaView profile

Professor

• e-government
• services sourcing
• technology enabled innovation
• +5 more

Dr. Shirish C. Srivastava serves as a tenured Full Professor and GS1 France Chair holder in Digital Content for Omni Channel at HEC Paris, affiliated with the Information Systems and Operations Management department. He teaches across Grand Ecole, Masters, Doctoral, Executive MBA, and Custom Executive Education programs while coaching senior executives on technology management and digital transformation. His educational foundation includes a Ph.D. from the National University of Singapore (2008), an MBA with Prime Minister's Gold Medal from India's Management Development Institute (2000), the Kellogg School of Management's International Teachers Programme (2011), and a Habilitation from Université de Lorraine, France (2016). Ph.D., NUS Business School (2008) MBA, Management Development Institute, India (2000) International Teachers Programme, Kellogg (2011) Habilitation, Université de Lorraine (2016) Dr. Srivastava's research pioneers critical intersections of technology and organizational behavior, with core expertise in e-government frameworks, AI-driven innovation, open source governance, and cross-cultural virtual team dynamics. His work addresses real-world challenges in digital transformation for microbusinesses, conversational AI humanization, and social media engagement strategies, emphasizing practical applications in global business contexts. Digital transformation in public and microbusiness sectors AI ethics and human-AI interaction design Open source project sustainability models Cross-cultural virtual team innovation His publication portfolio reveals strong thematic continuity in digital innovation, with recent works examining government-orchestrated microbusiness transformation, open source governance mechanisms, and anthropomorphism in AI agents. These studies demonstrate interdisciplinary rigor through mixed-methods approaches combining information systems theory with organizational behavior and cross-cultural management insights. Dr. Srivastava's scientific recognition includes the 2024 JAIS Best Paper Award, 2023 Kauffman ICIS Award, multiple Syntec Management Awards (2016, 2022), the Gerardine DeSanctis Award (2009), and SIM Best Paper Honorable Mention (2007). JAIS Best Paper Award (2024) Kauffman ICIS Award (2023) Syntec Academic Award (2022) Gerardine DeSanctis Award (2009) Prime Minister's Gold Medal (2001) As Senior Editor for the Journal of the Association for Information Systems and European Journal of Information Systems, he shapes scholarly discourse while serving on multiple editorial boards. His executive education impact spans over 30 countries through speaking engagements on AI implementation, digital transformation, and cross-border business relationships, bridging academic research with corporate strategy development.

Benjamin LöhrView profile

Professor

• International Management
• Risk Management
• Supply Chain Management
• +3 more

Prof. Dr. Benjamin Löhr is a Professor at the THM Business School since 2019, specializing in International Management . He previously worked as a Manager and Controller at the Lufthansa Group (2010–2019) in areas including Corporate Strategy and Risk Management, following a decade of academic work at Justus Liebig University Giessen (2000–2010) focused on Controlling and Integrated Accounting. Education : Diploma in Economics at Justus Liebig University Giessen (2000–2005) Study abroad in International Management at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA (2003) Doctoral studies at Justus Liebig University Giessen (2005–2010) Löhr's research spans Risk Management , International Supply Chains , and Blended Learning in business education. His recent work explores crisis resilience in enterprises, intercultural competence in virtual organizations, and 21st-century teaching methodologies. Earlier publications focus on integrated risk controlling frameworks and empirical analysis of corporate planning efficacy in German-speaking regions. Key themes in his publications include corporate risk assessment , strategic resource allocation , and intercultural organizational development . While no specific awards are listed, his interdisciplinary approach bridges corporate strategy and educational innovation.

• English Language Teaching
• Applied Linguistics
• Teacher Education
• +2 more

Dr. Esin AKYAY ENGİN serves as a Researcher in the Department of English Language Teaching at the Faculty of Education, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, where she has held continuous academic positions since 2012. She earned her PhD in English Language Teaching from the same institution in 2022, following a Master's degree from Trakya University (2010) and Bachelor's degree from Middle East Technical University (2007). Her educational background demonstrates deep specialization in ELT: Bachelor's Degree: English Language Teaching, Middle East Technical University (2007) Master's Degree: English Language Teaching, Trakya University (2010); Thesis: Textlinguistics and Translation Performance: A Sample Study in Translation Courses Doctoral Degree: English Language Teaching, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University (2022); Dissertation: Diversity in the Language Classroom: A Suggested Course for Diversity Training in Turkish ELT Context Dr. Akyay Engin's research centers on practical applications in English Language Teaching, with recurring emphasis on translation studies, cultural integration, and teacher development. Her work consistently addresses Turkish ELT contexts, examining how theoretical frameworks like text linguistics and diversity training can enhance classroom practice. She investigates critical areas including student teachers' reading habits, academic speaking skills development, and specialized English pedagogy for medical contexts. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals a clear trajectory toward practical implementation: early work (2008-2015) explored interdisciplinary integration (geography/history) and foundational teacher training concepts, while recent outputs (2019-2022) focus on translation theory, ESP coursebook evaluation, and diversity training. This evolution reflects growing attention to specialized language applications and theoretical grounding in translation studies. She has contributed significantly to academic discourse through conference participation and committee service, including roles in the ULEAD International Conference on Research in Education (2013, 2015) and Balkan Education Congresses. Her organizational work spans program committee membership, proceedings editing, and congress secretariat duties, demonstrating active engagement with international education communities. Dr. Akyay Engin maintains strong connections with Trakya University (where she earned her Master's and briefly served as Research Assistant Doctor in 2022) while building her primary career at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University. Her research continues to address evolving challenges in Turkish language education through both theoretical exploration and practical classroom solutions.

Lily XiaoView profile

Professor

• Dementia care
• Caregiver support
• Chronic disease management
• +6 more

Professor Lily Xiao serves as a Matthew Flinders Professor at Flinders University's College of Nursing and Health Sciences, where she is a Full Member of the Caring Futures Institute and Associate Member of the Flinders Digital Health Research Centre. Internationally recognized for her work in dementia caregiving research, she is one of four key contributors to the WHO iSupport program, a global online resource for dementia caregivers serving over 55 million people worldwide. Her educational background includes: PhD, Flinders University (2007) Master of Nursing, Flinders University (2003) Post Registration Diploma, West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, China (1990) Professor Xiao's research spans caregiver support in dementia care, chronic disease management, cross-cultural dementia care for older people, and dementia education for professionals and family carers. She possesses deep expertise in how cultural, linguistic, and religious diversity impacts communication and quality of care in aged care settings. Her methodological approaches encompass qualitative studies (phenomenological research, critical ethnography), quantitative methods (cross-sectional studies, randomized controlled trials), and critical action research. She actively contributes to global health equity, having participated in the WHO Nursing and Midwife Scholar Programme in 2015. Her extensive publication record demonstrates consistent research output across dementia care, aged care workforce development, and cross-cultural health interventions. Recent work focuses on culturally tailored adaptations of the iSupport program, hybrid care models for urinary incontinence management, and systematic reviews of interventions for older adults with sarcopenia. Her research consistently addresses practical challenges in dementia care while maintaining strong theoretical foundations. Her scientific recognition includes: 2022-2026 Matthew Flinders Professorship Fellowship in the Australian College of Nursing Guest Professorships at Central South University and Sichuan University in China 2013 South Australian Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Award International Postgraduate Research Scholarship (2003-2006) Professor Xiao has supervised 13 principal PhD/Master's students across dementia care (8), post-stroke transition (2), chronic disease management (2), and nursing mentorship (1), plus 3 associate supervisions. Her current research portfolio includes over $5 million in active grants, most notably a $2.97 million MRFF grant for scaling up the Culturally Tailored iSupport model through 2029. She has led the development of the world's first evidence-based Cross-cultural care program for aged care staff, now promoted by major stakeholders including the Australian Government Department of Health. Her leadership extends to international collaborative research with Chinese institutions and service on the WHO Dementia Knowledge Exchange Committee. She has pioneered the adaptation of face-to-face training into MOOC format to increase accessibility for aged care staff nationwide, demonstrating her commitment to translating research into practical, scalable solutions for real-world care challenges.