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• Macroeconomics
• International economics
• International business
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Stefan Filipov Stefanov is Professor of Economics at New Bulgarian University (NBU) , Sofia, where he has taught macroeconomics, international economics and business since 1998. He also serves as guest lecturer at the College of Management, Trade and Marketing – Sofia, and has held advisory roles in the Bulgarian Parliament and the Office of the President of Bulgaria. Education includes a PhD in Economics (specialty “World Economy and International Economic Relations”) from Lomonosov Moscow State University (1978), preceded by an MA in International Economic Relations from the University of National and World Economy, Sofia (1972). He further specialised at the American University, Washington DC; Harvard University Salzburg Seminar; Heriot-Watt University Institute for Computer-Based Learning; the UK House of Commons Library; and various EU and Dutch institutes. Research interests centre on: Macroeconomic theory and policy International trade and competitiveness Transition from centrally-planned to market economies EU integration and monetary arrangements Economic policy analysis for Bulgaria and Central & Eastern Europe His scholarly output comprises four monographs, five textbooks (including two editions of International Economics ), and more than 50 peer-reviewed articles. Recurring themes are the effects of the Washington Consensus, the currency board regime in Bulgaria, and strategies for improving national competitiveness in the context of EU accession. Academic leadership & service: Director, Bachelor Programme “Business Administration” (distance learning), NBU, 1998-2010 Member, Research & Analysis Council to the President of the Republic of Bulgaria, 2002-2011 Senior Economic Policy Adviser, Parliamentary Research Office, National Assembly of Bulgaria & European Centre for Parliamentary Research and Documentation, Council of Europe, 1995-1997 He is multilingual (Bulgarian, English, Russian, German, French) and has extensive experience in curriculum development, e-learning methodologies, and coordination of research teams.

• Didactics of the German language
• Teacher education
• Multilingualism in higher education
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Dr. Friederike Dobutowitsch is a research-active scholar at Leuphana University of Lüneburg specialising in the didactics of the German language. Acting repeatedly as scientific project manager, she has acquired and led four major externally-funded projects (2014-2021) that interrogate multilingualism at university, teacher preparation for diverse classrooms, and the integration of newly arrived pupils. Research interests revolve around three inter-locking themes: (i) multilingual everyday life in higher-education settings, (ii) practical-phase design in teacher education, and (iii) language education policy that views social plurality as a learning opportunity. Her work is distinctly empirical, employing qualitative methodologies such as multi-perspective interview studies and grounded-theory approaches to generate evidence-based recommendations for universities and schools. Across her publications she consistently addresses how linguistic heterogeneity can be transformed from a perceived challenge into an educational resource, producing actionable frameworks—for example the qualification profile “Language education in social diversity” —that are now being embedded in teacher-training curricula. Scientific recognition includes a competitive award from the doctoral programme “Educational Integration” , underscoring early-career excellence in migration-related educational research. While no e-mail address is displayed in the institutional repository, she is reachable through Leuphana University channels and regularly appears as keynote speaker and guest editor, signalling an active network within the German-speaking educational-research community.

Helen HouView profile

Lecturer

• Online communities of practice
• Language education
• Digital pedagogy
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Dr Helen Hou is a Lecturer in the School of Education at Ulster University since 2010. She holds a PhD in Education from the University of Manchester (2012) and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2015). First class honours degree in English Language Teaching (Guizhou Normal University, 1999) PgDip in Applied Linguistics (Fudan University, 2003) MEd in Educational Technology and TESOL (University of Manchester, 2005) Her research focuses on online communities of practice , ELT methodology , digital pedagogy , and educational technologies in language classrooms, with emphasis on Chinese learners and qualitative research designs . Recent work explores multilingual adolescents' school belonging, AI-driven translanguaging, and parental roles in pandemic digital education. Key trends in her publications include leveraging machine translation for EAL equity, systematic reviews of home-school partnerships, and qualitative case studies on special educational needs during lockdowns. Her work aligns with UN SDGs for inclusive education (4) and reducing inequalities (10). Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2015) She collaborates with researchers like Skinner, Kelly, and Stewart on projects spanning Northern Ireland and the UK, including a 2017-2021 Teacher Training Programme for HGU. Her activities include oral presentations on pandemic schooling and EAL support frameworks.

Petteri LaihonenView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Applied Linguistics
• Language Policy
• Multilingualism
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Petteri Laihonen serves as a Senior Lecturer and Deputy Head of the Centre for Applied Language Studies at the University of Jyväskylä , Finland. He is also the Degree Programme Manager for doctoral studies and a member of the Faculty Council of the Humanities and Social Sciences and the Human Sciences Ethics Committee at JYU. His research focuses on applied linguistics, language policy, multilingualism, sociolinguistics, and citizen science methodologies . He has led significant projects such as the ELABCHROM for cultural heritage research in Central Romania, and MSCEDU for modeling citizen science in education. He secured over a million euros in post-PhD funding and was a visiting researcher at ELTE University in Budapest in 2024, funded by the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. Laihonen has published 58 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Journal of Sociolinguistics and Critical Inquiry in Language Studies . His work emphasizes participatory approaches in multilingual contexts, particularly with marginalized communities such as the Moldavian Csángós. Scientific awards and honors include the Hungarian Academy of Sciences Distinguished Guest Fellowship and an Academy Research Fellowship (2016–2022) . He serves on editorial boards for journals such as Hungarian Journal of Applied Linguistics and Multilingua .

Lucilla TealdiView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Corporate Finance
• Sustainable Investment
• Capital Budgeting
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Lucilla Tealdi is a Senior Lecturer in Corporate Finance and Real Estate at SDA Bocconi School of Management. She has held leadership roles including Director of the Master in Corporate Finance, Head of the GFM Focus MBA, and co-initiator of a dual degree program with Fordham University. Current roles: Senior Lecturer, GEMBA Faculty, Internship Coordinator Teaching expertise: Capital Budgeting, Sustainable Investment, Leadership Global experience: Visiting Professor at CEIBS (1995), teaching engagements in Lebanon and Bulgaria Education: Magna cum laude degree in Business Administration and Finance, New York University Master in International Economics and Management (MIEM), SDA Bocconi International Teachers Programme (ITP), London Business School Columbia Coaching Certificate (cum laude), Teachers College, Columbia University Her research focuses on sustainable investment (SRI), capital budgeting, and innovative teaching tools. She developed the online course "Teacher as a Coach" and has collaborated with Italian and international firms on education projects. Scientific Contributions: Published works on financial analysis, sustainable investments, and financial communication Co-authored 2024 and 2020 editions of "Financial Analysis" Case study on ESG-driven M&A in real estate (2021)

• Youth Studies
• Digital Sociology
• Health and Well-being
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Robin Samuel is an Associate Professor of Youth Studies in the Department of Social Sciences at the University of Luxembourg's Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences. He concurrently serves as Head of the Centre for Childhood and Youth Research (CCY), Head of the Youth Studies Research Group, and Director of the Doctoral Programme in Social Sciences. Education: Lizentiat (Master's equivalent) in Sociology, Sustainable Development, and Modern History, University of Basel, 2008 Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Basel, 2012 Samuel's research integrates youth studies, digital sociology, health and well-being, sustainability, and advanced research methodologies. He employs large-scale statistical analyses alongside experimental and qualitative approaches to investigate youth transitions, digital socialization, and environmental attitudes. His work emphasizes policy-relevant outcomes through partnerships with Luxembourgish ministries and municipalities. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary convergence across sociology, public health, and environmental science, with recurring themes including pandemic impacts on youth well-being, labor market barriers for vulnerable groups, and digital media's role in social development. Methodological strengths include factorial survey experiments, Bayesian statistics, and mixed-methods designs. He leads major funded initiatives including PATH_CH-Lux (2023–2026), PATHS2INCLUDE (2023–2026), NYR25 (2022–2026), and the longitudinal Youth Survey Luxembourg (2016–2026). Samuel supervises bachelor's and master's theses while contributing to academic governance for BSSE and MASSES programs, though he is currently not accepting new PhD candidates. Through the CCY and Youth Studies Research Group, he facilitates knowledge exchange via multilingual platforms (youth-in-luxembourg.lu, jugendbericht.lu) and workshops, ensuring research directly informs youth policy development across Luxembourg.

Sandra KušķeView profile

Assistant Professor

• Otorhinolaryngology (ORL)
• Pediatric Audiology
• Hearing Rehabilitation
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Assistant Professor Sandra Kušķe is affiliated with the Faculty of Rehabilitation at Rīga Stradiņš University , where she works in the Department of Rehabilitation . She is also the Head of the Latvian Children’s Hearing Centre , contributing to national programs for cochlear implants and hearing rehabilitation.

Elisabet TiseliusView profile

Professor

• Translation studies
• Interpreting studies
• Cognitive processes in interpreting
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Elisabet Tiselius is Professor of Translation Studies with a specialisation in Interpreting at the Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism, Stockholm University, and the leader of the SPRINT research group (Stockholm Process Research in Interpreting and Translation). She holds an 80 % leave arrangement that still permits her to supervise doctoral students and to teach on the MA programmes in conference and public-service interpreting. Education 2013 – PhD, University of Bergen (Norway): Professional experience and expertise among conference interpreters Research interests Her research revolves around the cognitive processes underlying interpreting and translation, with particular focus on working memory, executive functions, monitoring, deliberate practice and the development of expertise. A second strand of research investigates children acting as language brokers for families with limited Swedish proficiency. Methodologically she combines experimental designs, psychometric instruments, eye-tracking, retrospection and discourse analysis. Research projects & teams Ongoing: DEPICT (2021-2025) – Norwegian Research Council flagship on sign-language depiction; EU project on children and interpreters in healthcare (with KI). Completed (2023): The invisible process – Cognition and working memory of dialogue interpreting (Swedish Research Council, VR 2016-01118). Research groups: SPRINT (leader), Childhood Cancer Health Care Research (KI), Sign Language, Interpreting and Communication (Western Norway University of Applied Sciences). International roles: President, European Society for Translation Studies (EST, 2022-); vice-president, European Masters in Conference Interpreting (EMCI); board member, TREC network (Translation, Research, Empiricism, Cognition). Scientific awards & distinctions Member of AcademiaNet – Excellent women academics Authorised conference interpreter, Kammarkollegiet (Sweden) & AIIC Accredited conference interpreter to the European institutions Doctoral supervision & teaching She supervises PhD projects on distance dialogue interpreting, language competence of public-service interpreters, and sign-language interpreting for newly arrived deaf women. She has designed the MA programmes in conference interpreting and public-service interpreting at Stockholm University, as well as the continuing-education course for interpreter educators.

Johanna ViimarantaView profile

Professor

• Russian Language
• Language Policy
• Language and Nationalism
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Johanna Viimaranta is a Professor of Russian Language and Literature at the University of Helsinki's Department of Languages, Faculty of Arts. She serves as Supervisor for the Doctoral Programme in Language Studies and is affiliated with the Helsinki Inequality Initiative (INEQ). Additionally, she holds a Docentship at the University of Turku since 2013. Her scholarly work spans Russian linguistics, language policy, and multilingualism, with particular attention to Ukrainian language contexts and language acquisition methodologies. Viimaranta's research interests focus on Russian language phenomena, language policy in post-Soviet contexts, and multilingual education practices. Her recent work examines language legislation in Ukraine, Russian onomatopoeic expressions, and innovative methods for measuring language learning processes through eye-tracking technology. She investigates how geopolitical events influence language learning motivation, particularly regarding Ukrainian language studies in Finland following the Russian invasion. Her publication trends reveal consistent scholarly output across multiple formats including journal articles, book chapters, and conference contributions. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining linguistic analysis with sociopolitical contexts, particularly regarding language and nationalism. Her work increasingly incorporates technological methodologies like eye-tracking for analyzing language acquisition processes. As an active research leader, Viimaranta manages multiple significant projects including Nordplus - SwiSca Youth (2025-2026), Kone Foundation's 'How indigenous languages change' (2024-2027), and the SARAVE language education development project (2025-2028). She has secured funding from diverse sources including the Kone Foundation, Ministry funding, and international research councils. Viimaranta maintains an extensive record of academic service including peer review for journals such as Sananjalka, Lingua, and Acta Psychologica. She participates in high-profile academic and diplomatic events, including the March 2025 meeting with Presidents Zelenskyy and Stubb. Her commitment to public scholarship is evident through numerous media appearances discussing Ukrainian language learning in Finland and language policy issues.

Päivi Portaankorva-KoivistoView profile

Lecturer

• Educational Sciences
• Mathematics Education
• Multilingual Education
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Päivi Portaankorva-Koivisto is a University Lecturer in Mathematics Teachers' Professional Learning at the Department of Education, University of Helsinki. She supervises doctoral students within the Doctoral Programme in School, Education, Society, and Culture and contributes to STEAM education initiatives as a Maker@STEAM supervisor. Focus on multilingual classrooms and preparatory education Extensive collaboration in Finland on teacher development Active in educational research and conferences Her research examines mathematics education for multilingual learners, teacher identity formation, and the integration of digital tools in pedagogy. She has participated in projects like Vastaantulo (2017-2019) and LumaLähetit (2014-2019), emphasizing interdisciplinary learning and language-aware teaching. Her recent publications analyze reflective practices, curriculum design, and equity in education. She has delivered oral presentations at national events, served on editorial boards for journals like LUMAT , and contributed to professional networks. Her work bridges theory and practice through interventions such as observational tools for teacher training.

Hua ZhuView profile

Professor

• Multilingualism
• Intercultural Communication
• Language Learning
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Professor Hua Zhu is a distinguished academic serving as Professor of Language Learning and Intercultural Communication at the UCL Institute of Education (IOE), Faculty of Education and Society. She is also the Director of the International Centre for Intercultural Studies at IOE and serves as Chair of the British Association for Applied Linguistics (2021-2024). Professor Zhu's academic journey includes significant leadership roles at prestigious institutions: Chair of Educational Linguistics and Director of the Mosaic Group for Research on Multilingualism at the University of Birmingham (2020-2021) Professor of Applied Linguistics and Communication at Birkbeck College, University of London (2007-2020) Head of Department and Assistant Dean at Birkbeck College (2014-2020) Her research spans multilingualism and intercultural communication, focusing on how people from diverse linguistic backgrounds communicate, language acquisition processes across the lifespan, and the intersection of language with power dynamics and social justice. Professor Zhu's work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications in educational settings, addressing contemporary challenges in multicultural societies. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a growing emphasis on emerging areas including AI and intercultural communication, pandemic impacts on language learning, and innovative approaches to language education policy. Her work increasingly explores the intersection of digital technologies with cultural understanding and communication practices. Professor Zhu's scholarly contributions have been recognized through prestigious fellowships: Fellow of Academia Europaea (2025) Fellow of the International Academy for Intercultural Research (2020) Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, UK (2019) As Director of the Language Hubs programme funded by the Department for Education (2023-2026), Professor Zhu leads efforts to revitalize language learning in UK schools. Her supervision approach emphasizes collaborative research, interdisciplinary perspectives, and real-world impact, providing students with opportunities to engage with cutting-edge research questions at the intersection of language, culture, and technology. Under her leadership, the International Centre for Intercultural Studies serves as a dynamic hub for research on multilingualism, language education, and intercultural communication, fostering collaboration between researchers, educators, and policymakers to address contemporary challenges in language learning and cultural understanding.

• Marine Engineering
• Transport Engineering
• Naval Architecture

Professor Sergejus Lebedevas serves as both a Professor and Senior Researcher in the Department of Marine Engineering at Kaunas University. His academic profile demonstrates a strong commitment to both teaching and research within the marine engineering discipline. Professor Lebedevas is actively involved in international academic collaboration through his membership on the scientific committee for the Transport Engineering 03T international joint PhD studies programme, which connects Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VGTU), ASU, and Kaunas University (KU). In this capacity, he also serves as the curator of KU doctoral studies. His research interests focus on Marine Engineering, Transport Engineering, and Naval Architecture, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his work within the Department of Marine Engineering. Professor Lebedevas's expertise spans both theoretical and practical aspects of marine transportation systems. As an academic supervisor, Professor Lebedevas brings valuable international perspective to doctoral education, particularly through the VGTU-ASU-KU collaborative PhD programme. His multilingual capabilities (native Russian and Lithuanian, with good spoken English) enhance his ability to work with diverse student populations and international research partners. Professor Lebedevas maintains a professional academic presence through multiple scholarly identifiers including ORCID (0000-0002-4688-9568), Scopus (8371932700), and Researcher ID (DBA-2525-2022), ensuring his research contributions are properly attributed and accessible to the global academic community.

• History of Philosophy
• German Idealism
• Philosophy of Law
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Volodymyr Abashnik is a Full Professor at V.N. Karazin Kharkiv National University in Kharkiv, Ukraine, where he works in the Department of Theoretical and Practical Philosophy. His academic career spans multiple international collaborations, notably through the Humboldt Research Fellowship Programme which he joined in 2007, facilitating research at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München and Universität Bremen. Professor Abashnik specializes in the history of philosophy, with particular expertise in German Idealism including extensive work on Kant, Hegel, Fichte, and Schelling. His research also encompasses philosophy of law, history of philosophical logic, and the reception of German philosophical traditions in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. His scholarly output demonstrates consistent engagement with historical philosophical figures and concepts, particularly examining how German philosophical ideas were transmitted to and interpreted within Ukrainian academic circles. Professor Abashnik's publications from 2018-2022 reveal thematic continuity in his research interests while also addressing contemporary concerns. His work shows strong engagement with both historical philosophical figures and their contemporary relevance, particularly in areas like human dignity, tolerance, and the role of philosophy during times of conflict. The multilingual nature of his publications (Ukrainian, German, Russian, English) reflects his position at the intersection of multiple philosophical traditions. His notable recognition includes: Humboldt Research Fellowship (2007) Professor Abashnik maintains an active research profile with substantial scholarly output, demonstrating both depth in specialized areas of philosophy and breadth across multiple philosophical subfields. His work bridges Eastern and Western philosophical traditions, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of European philosophy as a transnational intellectual enterprise.

• Educational Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Reading and Reading Difficulties
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Dr. Liory Fern-Pollak serves as Associate Professor (Teaching) at University College London's Institute of Education within the Department of Psychology and Human Development. She leads the MA/MSc Educational Neuroscience and MSc Developmental and Educational Psychology programmes and recently completed a four-year term as Academic Head of Learning and Teaching (PGT). Her academic training includes: BSc in Biology from University College London MSc in Cognitive Neuroscience from Imperial College London PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from Brunel University under Prof. Taeko Wydell Her research investigates reading difficulties across languages, mental health connections in children and adolescents, and language-cognition relationships. Recent work explores parent education's impact on family dynamics and mental health in children with learning difficulties, bridging educational neuroscience with practical psychological applications. Publication trends reveal sustained focus on dyslexia mechanisms, orthographic transparency effects, and bilingual reading neuroscience, evolving toward child mental health implications and participatory research methods with young learners as evidenced by her 2024 Mind Brain and Education paper. Her professional recognitions include: Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society Fellow of Advance HE As an educator, she developed innovative modules including Language and Mind and Good Science/Bad Science at University of West London before joining UCL. At IOE, she leads core modules like Brain and Behaviour, Cognitive Psychology, and Issues in Educational Neuroscience while mentoring curriculum development across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Her recent Parent Educator qualification signals expanding research into family-system interventions for children with learning differences, positioning her at the intersection of neuroscience, education, and mental health promotion.

• Pediatric Surgery
• Anorectal Malformations
• Hirschsprung Disease
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Mikko Petteri Pakarinen serves as a Professor at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Medicine, specifically within the Department of Children's and Adolescent Diseases at HUS Children's Clinic. He leads the Pediatric Surgery Unit and acts as Supervisor in the Doctoral Programme in Clinical Research, demonstrating significant leadership in pediatric surgical education and research. Dr. Pakarinen's research focuses on complex pediatric surgical conditions, particularly anorectal malformations, Hirschsprung disease, biliary atresia, and cloacal anomalies. His work spans surgical technique development, long-term functional outcomes assessment, and quality improvement initiatives in pediatric colorectal surgery. He has established international collaborations across Europe to standardize care and develop quality indicators for rare pediatric surgical conditions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on translating surgical outcomes into meaningful quality-of-life metrics for patients, with increasing focus on digital health solutions for patient support. His work bridges clinical practice with rigorous outcomes research, particularly in evaluating long-term functional results of complex pediatric reconstructive surgeries. Dr. Pakarinen actively supervises doctoral research and leads multiple funded projects through the Pediatric Research Foundation, including LTS 2025-2027 and LTS2024 initiatives focused on advancing pediatric surgical care. His research group collaborates extensively with European surgical networks to establish standardized protocols and quality indicators for conditions like Hirschsprung's disease. Within the Children's Clinic at Helsinki University Hospital, Dr. Pakarinen's team operates as a specialized center for complex pediatric colorectal conditions, participating in international registries and multicenter studies to improve surgical outcomes for children with congenital abnormalities. His work integrates clinical practice with academic research to advance evidence-based approaches in pediatric surgery.