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• Central Asian Studies
• Iranian Studies
• Ethnography
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PD Dr. Lutz Rzehak is an academic staff member at the Institute for Asian and African Studies (IAAW) within the Faculty of Humanities at Humboldt University of Berlin, serving as a Teacher for special tasks specializing in Modern Iranian languages and the ethnography and cultural history of Afghanistan and Central Asia. His educational background includes: Oriental Studies/History from the State University of Leningrad (1985) Doctorate in Iranian Studies, Humboldt University of Berlin (1991) Habilitation in Central Asian Studies / Iranian Studies, Humboldt University of Berlin (2001) Dr. Rzehak's research spans Central Asian Studies , Iranian Studies , Ethnography , and Linguistics , with fieldwork focusing on Baloch, Pashtun, and Tajik communities. His work examines language evolution, social structures, and cultural practices through historical and contemporary lenses, particularly regarding Soviet influence and post-Taliban Afghanistan. Key contributions include grammatical analyses of Iranian languages and ethnographic studies of religious rituals and tribal systems. His recent publications (2016-2021) reveal consistent focus on Iranian language dynamics (especially Dari and Pashto), ethnic identity politics in Afghanistan, and cultural history of Central Asia. These works address language change mechanisms, ethnic consolidation strategies, and the interplay between tradition and modernity, often utilizing comparative linguistic and ethnographic methodologies. His scientific awards include: Heisenberg Fellow of the German Research Foundation Dr. Rzehak has held significant research positions including Research Associate in the Crossroads Asia Competence Network (2011-2016) and Heisenberg Fellow (2002-2011). While his CV does not list formal PhD advisees, his language lecturing and research supervision have mentored numerous students in Central Asian and Iranian studies through course instruction and fieldwork guidance. He has been actively involved in the Crossroads Asia Competence Network, a major interdisciplinary research initiative examining transregional connections and historical trajectories across Central, South, and West Asia.

• Economic Education
• Financial Literacy
• Entrepreneurial Skills
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Taiga Brahm is a Professor at the University of Tübingen , holding the Chair of Economic Education and Business Didactics since 2016. She serves as Dean of the Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences (since September 2024) and has held prior administrative roles including Dean of Studies (2019-2024). Education: Business Education studies at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and Ghent University Doctorate (2006-2010) at the University of St. Gallen Research assistant at University of Kaiserslautern Research Focus: Learner competency development during school-to-university transitions Promoting interdisciplinary competencies in business education (financial literacy, entrepreneurial skills) Gender gap analysis in economic literacy Design of digital learning environments and instructional videos Teacher professionalism and bilingual education frameworks Technology integration in higher education Publication Trends: Her recent work examines gender disparities in economic literacy, digital media’s role in education, teacher development for instructional video creation, and factors supporting student engagement in higher education. She collaborates extensively on interdisciplinary projects analyzing learning environments. Current Affiliation: Leads the Economics Business Didactics team and contributes to faculty governance in both the Faculty of Business and Economics and broader Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences.

• Multimedia Learning Interventions
• Conceptual Change
• Refutation Texts
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Anna-Sophia Dersch is a Researcher at the Professorship for Teaching and Learning with Media, part of the Faculty of Educational Psychology at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen. She teaches courses including Educational Psychology for B.Sc. Psychology students, Basic Concepts of Psychology for student teachers, and Scientific Writing for student teachers in German as a foreign language. Her research focuses on multimedia learning interventions, conceptual change, gender stereotypes in education, and adaptive learning technologies. She has been recognized with the Oral Presentation Award at the SIG 15 Conference (2024) and the Junior Researcher Award from DGPs (2022). Her work addresses teacher misconceptions about multimedia learning and math-gender stereotypes, emphasizing personalized refutation strategies and intercultural educational practices. Dr. Dersch collaborates internationally, including at the University of São Tomé and Príncipe, and actively engages in science communication through teacher trainings and workshops. She also serves as the local Equal Opportunities Officer for the Department of Psychology.

Wolfgang BayView profile

Professor

• Reading Didactics
• Literary Didactics
• Media Literacy
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Dr. Wolfgang Bay is a professor at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, where he holds the Vertretungsprofessur für Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft mit dem Schwerpunkt Lese- und Literaturdidaktik since 10/2024. He is also fully on leave at Pädagogische Hochschule Schwäbisch Gmünd since 08/2022 for habilitation within the FuN-Kolleg "Heterogenität gestalten – starke Grundschulen entwickeln". Research Interests: Reading and literary didactics Digital transformation in German education Narrative comprehension processes Heterogeneity-sensitive teaching Empirical research methodologies Multimodal and media-integrated learning Projects: Leads the habilitation project ProLuD (Professionell Lesen unterrichten in einer Kultur der Digitalität) and TRILL (Reading interventions using LLMs). Collaborates on LIESL, LeadCom, and When Games Play You. Collaborations: Engages with institutions like the Ministry of Education Saarland, Institute for Educational Analyses Baden-Württemberg, and Symposion Deutschdidaktik working groups.

Verena KetterView profile

Professor

• Media education
• Media in social work
• Digital media and higher education
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Prof. Dr. Verena Ketter serves as a Professor of Media in Social Work at Hochschule Esslingen since 2015. She holds multiple leadership roles including Dean of the Faculty of Social Work, Education and Care, Senate Member, Building Committee Member, and DV Committee Member. Current: Professor (since 2015) Prior: Substitute Professor at RheinMain University (2014-2015) Education: Dr. phil. from Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg (2014), MA in Media Education (2006), Diplom-Sozialpädagogin (1999) Her research focuses on media education within social work, particularly examining vireal social space appropriation, mobile learning in urban environments, and gender-sensitive media pedagogy. She explores digital participation mechanisms, peer education models, and Web 2.0 applications in educational contexts. Articles highlight her expertise in media-supported participation, with recurring themes of Web 2.0 integration, social space research, and digital youth empowerment. Her work bridges practical social work with cutting-edge media education theories. Fellowship for Innovations in Higher Education Teaching (2013) klicksafe National Prize (2009) Dieter-Baacke Prize (2007) She maintains active roles in multiple academic societies including GMK, DGfE, DGSA, and GMW. Her methodology combines vireal (virtual-real) approaches, emphasizing practical media research and community-based digital engagement strategies.

Tobias LunteView profile

Researcher

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Gaze Tracking
• Assistive Technologies
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Tobias Lunte is a PhD student and research assistant at the University of Oldenburg's Department of Media Informatics and Multimedia Systems. His work focuses on assistive technologies for education, human-computer interaction (HCI), and multimodal interface design, particularly using gaze-tracking and augmented reality (AR) to address reading difficulties in children. He holds an M.Sc. in Engineering of Socio-Technical Systems (2020) and received the Best Thesis Award in Computer Science by OLDIES e.V. His research integrates real-time gaze behavior analysis to develop adaptive reading assistance tools, collaborating with parents, speech therapists, and educators. He also teaches courses on ethnographic methods, Gestalt principles in design, and quantitative evaluation techniques. In educational development, Tobias redesigned modules like Interactive Systems (BSc) and Human-Computer Interaction (MSc) into a cohesive HCI teaching framework. He pioneered a remote hardware-oriented Maker's Lab course during the 2020 digital semester, which was nominated for Best Course of 2019/20. His practical projects span physical computing, AR applications, and sensory notification systems for clinical environments. Scientific Awards: Best Thesis Award in Computer Science by OLDIES e.V. (2020) He supervises student projects in gaze-tracking, physical computing, and ARVR, including notable works like the Puzzle Box prototype, Sherlock AR game system, and Sensor Pet health reminder tool. His research combines technical innovation with pedagogical insights to create user-centered solutions across education and healthcare domains.

Doreen ReifegersteView profile

Professor

• Health Communication
• Responsibility Framing
• Digital Health Interventions
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Prof. Dr. Doreen Reifegerste is a Professor of Health Communication at the Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Bielefeld since 2021. She holds leadership roles including Head of the Bachelor Health Communication program and Co-editor of the European Journal of Health Communication . Her academic service includes membership in the Environmental Public Health Commission for the Robert Koch Institute . Education: Master's degree in Communication Science (TU Dresden, 2003) and PhD in evolutionary prevention messaging (University of Erfurt, 2012) Professional History: Research roles at Universities of Erfurt, Hanover, Jena, and Dresden prior to current professorship Her research focuses on responsibility framing in health contexts (dementia, diabetes, depression), proxy health information seeking , digital health interventions (e.g., child poisoning prevention apps), and gender-specific communication in suicide prevention. A key theme explores how social networks and media influence health behaviors. Notable projects include the DFG-funded DISELMA (digital self-management support) and RE-MEND (mental health resilience during endocrine-sensitive stages). She develops e-learning programs for healthcare communication and investigates culturally sensitive cancer prevention materials for migrant populations.

Maud NordsternView profile

Professor

• Child Protection
• Youth Welfare
• Early Childhood Education
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Prof. Dr. Maud Nordstern is a Professor of Youth Welfare and Child Protection at the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences , College of Social Work & Health. Her work focuses on integrating child protection into academic curricula, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and digital teaching innovations. Education: Diplom-Pädagogik (1992-1996), Promotion in Erziehungswissenschaften (Goethe-Universität Frankfurt). Research: Child rights, procedural representation for minors, professional qualification in child protection, digital learning tools, and early childhood education. Notable Projects: FallbeiSpiel Thomas (multimedia learning platform), Kinderschutz in der Lehre (digital education development). Awards: Hessian University Prize for Excellence in Teaching (2013), Hanse Merkur Child Protection Award (2018), Stifterverband University Pearl (2024). Publications: Over 20 years, she has authored/edited 15+ works on child protection, including handbooks on Verfahrensbeistandschaft , trauma pedagogy, and interdisciplinary training frameworks. Her FallbeiSpiel Thomas project (2024) exemplifies her commitment to gamified learning. Scientific Awards: Hessian University Prize for Excellence in Teaching (2013) Hanse Merkur Child Protection Award (2018) Stifterverband University Pearl (2024) Grants and Projects: Leads the Kinderschutz in der Lehre initiative (2024-2027) and SKILL - FallbeiSpiel Thomas phases 1&2, funded by the Stiftung Innovation in der Hochschullehre and Pflege-Adoptiv-Familien-Stiftung. Leadership & Collaborations: Vorsitzende des Kuratoriums der Stiftung zum Wohl des Pflegekindes (since 2013), member of AG IX Landespräventionsrat Hessen (since 2006), and expert advisor for the Hessisches Ministerium für Soziales und Integration (2023). Collaborates with institutions like Goethe-Universität Frankfurt, Deutsche Psychoanalytische Vereinigung, and BZgA.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Social Robotics
• Dementia Care
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Dr. David Unbehaun is a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Siegen working within Faculty III Information Systems and New Media. His research focuses on designing, implementing, and evaluating ICT-based systems for active and healthy aging, with particular emphasis on dementia care, cognitive and physical frailty, and age-related diseases. Dr. Unbehaun completed his education in business and public economics at the University of Halle-Wittenberg and Siegen, followed by a PhD in Socio-Informatics focusing on "Designing Assistive Technologies to Engage People with Dementia and their Caregivers." Prior to his academic career, he completed a 3-year apprenticeship in professional nursing in Düsseldorf and worked in various healthcare companies specializing in home and institutional care, where he was responsible for project management, quality management, and developing innovations in the healthcare sector. Dr. Unbehaun's research spans the intersection of human-computer interaction, computer-supported collaborative work, and healthcare technology. His work primarily focuses on developing and evaluating social robotics, augmented reality applications, and interactive systems for elderly care, particularly for people with dementia. He investigates how technology can support physical activity, cognitive capabilities, social interaction, and reminiscence therapy for individuals with cognitive impairments. His approach emphasizes participatory design methodologies, working closely with end-users including people with dementia, their caregivers, healthcare professionals, and care students. His recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated applications of social robotics and immersive technologies in healthcare settings. His work spans from foundational research on technology appropriation in dementia care to applied studies evaluating specific interventions in real-world care environments. A notable trend in his recent work is the expansion from dementia-specific applications to broader healthcare contexts including rehabilitation, sports, and education. Since 2016, Dr. Unbehaun has been involved in numerous national and international health-related projects. His work often involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams across computer science, healthcare, and social sciences. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his extensive publication record spanning multiple years suggests sustained research funding. Dr. Unbehaun is affiliated with the PraxLABS research group at the University of Siegen, which appears to focus on practical applications of socio-informatics in real-world settings. His work is closely connected to the university's Fab Lab Siegen and Social Media Observatories, suggesting engagement with hands-on technology development and community-based research approaches.

• Digital Education
• Maker Education
• Computational Thinking
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Dr. Raphael Fehrmann is a Researcher at the Institut für Erziehungswissenschaft (IfE) at the University of Münster, affiliated with the Chair of Educational Science focusing on Primary Education under Prof. Horst Zeinz. His work centers on digital education, maker education, and computational thinking, particularly in primary schools. He actively contributes to teacher training and has developed innovative educational robotics interventions. Education: He holds a summa cum laude PhD in Education (2023), an M.Ed. (2019), and a B.A. in Primary Education (2017), all from the University of Münster. Research interests include fostering digital competence among students, integrating maker education (e.g., video production, robotics), and promoting computational thinking. He emphasizes inclusive and sustainable educational practices, leveraging digital tools to enhance learning outcomes. Notable projects include the Leuchtturmprojekt ...und Action! , which trains future primary teachers to produce explanatory videos with students, and the Lernroboter im Unterricht project, focusing on robotics-based problem-solving. Awards include the sdw video award (2021) and scholarships from the Stiftung der Deutschen Wirtschaft. He frequently delivers keynotes and workshops on digital education nationwide.

Sabine ManzelView profile

Professor

• Citizenship Education
• Civic Literacy
• Political Knowledge
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Sabine Manzel is a Full Professor for Didactics of Social Sciences at the Institute of Political Science , University of Duisburg-Essen. She founded and leads the CIVES School of Civic Education , focusing on innovative teacher training and empirical research in citizenship education.

• Ethnic diversity and well-being
• Precarious work
• Social inequalities and health
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Franziska J. Kößler is a scientific collaborator at the Occupational Health Psychology unit within the Institute of Psychology at Humboldt University of Berlin , part of its Faculty of Life Sciences. She previously worked as a Junior researcher at Université de Fribourg (CH) and held Doctoral research fellow positions at both Humboldt University and the WZB Berlin Social Science Center . Education : PhD studies at Humboldt University (2017-2023), M.Sc. in Psychology from Ruprecht-Karls University of Heidelberg (2016), B.Sc. from Leopold-Franzens University of Innsbruck (2014) Her research focuses on ethnic diversity and well-being , precarious work , social inequalities in health , and immigrant worker experiences . She contributed to major publications on workplace incivility , job insecurity , and diversity-related emotional strain . Her 2023 book Risking illness or losing your job? analyzed employment-health dilemmas during the pandemic. Scientific awards include the 2020 Flexible Funding at WZB and a Doctoral scholarship from the Hans-Böckler Foundation (2017-2019). She belongs to the European Association for Work and Organizational Psychology and the German Society for Psychology (Section for Work, Organizational and Business Psychology).

• Artificial Intelligence
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Digital Health
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Maurice D. Mulvenna is a Researcher at the School of Computing and Mathematics, Ulster University , focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health, and Human-Computer Interaction . His work explores the application of AI in mental wellbeing, assistive technologies for dementia care, and usability testing methodologies. Research Themes : AI for Wellbeing, Ambient Assisted Living, Machine Learning in Healthcare, IoT for Elderly Care, Sentiment Analysis Recent Articles : 2025 study on AI's impact on mental health; 2024 work on employee wellbeing platforms; 2023 papers on chatbots and IoT lighting solutions for dementia His collaborations span Raymond R. Bond, Siobhan O'Neill, and Chris D. Nugent , with publications in journals like Behavior & Information Technology and conferences such as ICT4AWE and ECCE . While no explicit awards are listed, his contributions include co-editing conference proceedings and advancing ethical-by-design frameworks. Labs/Teams : Involved in projects like SenseCare (2016) for emotional wellbeing visualization and UX-Handle (2017) for usability analytics. His work bridges technical innovation with user-centered approaches in healthcare and digital platforms.

• Digital Learning Environments
• Metacognitive Processes
• Multimedia Learning
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Dr. Emely Hoch is a researcher at the Institute for Technology and Learning (IWM) at the Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, affiliated with the Multiple Representations Lab. Since 2014, she has focused on learning processes in digital environments and metacognitive strategies in problem-solving. She coordinates the Tübingen Digital Teaching Lab (TüDiLab) since 2020 and previously led the tabletBW meets Science project (2018-2022). Her research interests include educational technology, self-regulation in multimedia learning, and AI applications in adaptive learning systems. Education: M.Sc. Psychology from the University of Tübingen (2014), Ph.D. completed in 2018 investigating if-then plans for self-regulation in multimedia learning. Associated memberships include LEAD Graduate School and the Tübingen Center for Digital Education. Research highlights include studies on technology adoption in schools, metacognitive monitoring prompts, and implementation intentions in educational interventions. She has coordinated projects funded by Baden-Württemberg's Ministry of Education and collaborates with institutions like the Hector Institute. Professional activities include scientific coordination of digital education initiatives and participation in conferences. Her work emphasizes bridging psychological theory with practical educational technology solutions.

Sybille WernerView profile

Lecturer

• Reading Didactics
• Literacy Development
• Pedagogical Practices in Literature Teaching
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Dr. Sybille Werner is a Lecturer for Special Tasks at the German Institute (Modern German Literature / Reading and Literature Didactics) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz since August 2021. Her academic career includes roles as a pedagogical assistant at Goethe University Frankfurt (2015–2021), a research assistant at Weingarten University of Education (2005–2009), and a senior teacher (2015). She holds a doctorate in Philosophy from Weingarten University (2014) focusing on vocabulary and text production in secondary education. Her research focuses on reading promotion in all-day schools, literacy development, pedagogical practices in literature teaching, and teacher training. She co-led the BMBF-funded LegelitE project (2021–2023) on adult reading fluency and the LeseOasen initiative with Save the Children (2018–2020) to enhance reading skills in disadvantaged students. Key publications include a monograph on writing skills (2014), co-edited volumes on reading promotion (2022), and peer-reviewed articles in journals like Grundschule Deutsch and Zeitschrift für Didaktik der Philosophie und Ethik . Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing practical pedagogical strategies for educators. Teaching focuses include reading and literature didactics, with specializations in literary learning, aesthetic practices, and curriculum development. She also contributes to teacher training programs on reading didactics and has developed materials for after-school reading programs.