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Alison LieblingView profile

Professor

• Criminology
• Criminal Justice
• Prison Reform
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Alison Liebling is Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Cambridge and Director of the Institute of Criminology’s Prisons Research Centre. Her work focuses on prison quality, moral performance, and staff-prisoner dynamics. Current Leverhulme Major Research Fellowship (2020-2023) on moral rules in prison Fellow of the British Academy Research Interests: Prison moral climate and legitimacy Comparative studies of public/private sector prisons Trauma-informed practices and rehabilitation programs Prison officer roles and professional discretion Key Publications: Prisons and their Moral Performance (2004, OUP) The Effects of Imprisonment (2005, Willan Publishing) Legitimacy and Criminal Justice (2013, OUP) Crime, Justice and Social Order (2022, OUP) Scientific Contributions: Developed international moral climate survey tool Co-editor of the Oxford Handbook of Criminology Evaluated therapeutic interventions like music and reading programs

Lizzie MullerView profile

Associate Professor

• Critical Heritage Studies
• Museum and Archive Studies
• Art History and Theory
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Associate Professor Lizzie Muller serves as Director of Research in the School of Art & Design at the University of New South Wales. An accomplished curator and researcher, she specializes in audience experience and interdisciplinary collaboration, with a particular focus on the future of museums as sites of knowledge production. Her research bridges curatorial practice with theories and methods from participatory design and interaction design, developing audience-centered curatorial methodologies and innovative approaches to audience research. Her work extends to preservation and archiving, particularly experiential documentation and oral histories of media art. Co-author of Curating Lively Objects: Exhibitions Beyond Disciplines (Routledge Museum Studies Series, 2022) Elected Councillor of the Sydney Culture Network Co-founder of the bi-monthly Sydney Culture Data Salon with Keir Winesmith Muller's research output demonstrates a consistent trajectory exploring the intersection of art, science, and technology through major international exhibitions including Human Non Human (Powerhouse Museum, 2018/19) and A Working Model of the World (staged across UNSW Galleries, Parsons School of Design, and University of Dundee). Her recent work focuses on art-science collaborations, deep time history through the ARC Centre for Excellence in Australian Biodiversity and Heritage, and the development of audience-centered curatorial frameworks. Scientific Awards: 2024 ADA Deans Award for Excellence in Higher Degree Supervision Muller leads significant research initiatives as Chief Investigator on multiple ARC-funded projects including the ARC Linkage project Curating Third Space: The Value of ArtScience Collaboration and SSHRC-funded research on The Living Effect and Curating Lively Objects . She has supervised numerous PhD and MFA candidates, with a special focus on curatorial practice-based research, and currently serves as Program Director of the Master of Curating and Cultural Leadership at UNSW Art & Design.

Shervin FarridnejadView profile

Professor

• Iranian Cultural and Religious History
• Zoroastrianism
• Manuscript Cultures
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Professor Shervin Farridnejad is a faculty member at the Asia-Africa Institute of the University of Hamburg, where he holds the Professorship of Iranian Studies since September 2022. He also serves as the Head of the MA program 'Manuscript Cultures' at the Centre for the Study of Manuscript Cultures (CSMC) within the Cluster of Excellence 'Understanding Written Artefacts'. PhD in Ancient and Middle Iranian Philology and Zoroastrian Studies (2014) - Georg-August University Göttingen MA in Ancient Iranian Studies (2007-2009) - Georg-August University Göttingen MA in Fine Arts and Art History (2003-2006) - Tarbiat Modares University Tehran BA in Fine Arts (Painting) (1998-2002) - Tehran University His research focuses on Zoroastrianism , particularly examining its cultural and religious history from antiquity to the early Islamic period. He investigates the dynamics between Zoroastrians and non-Zoroastrians, Zoroastrian art and iconography, and manuscript cultures. His work also extends to Judeo-Persian literature , Ancient Iranian philology , and Persian calligraphy . Recent publications highlight ritual practices in Zoroastrianism, including sacrificial food traditions and gift-exchange theology. The 2024 article on canine roles in Zoroastrian meat ethics and 2023 works on Safavid manuscript iconography demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach combining textual analysis with visual culture studies. 2022-2024: Editorial board member for Sasanian Studies series 2020-2023: Book Review Editor of the journal Iranian Studies 2016-2022: Co-editor of Ancient Iran Series 2015-2024: Contributor to Bibliographia Iranica and DABIR journals As an active academic leader, he serves as Sustainability Officer of the Asia-Africa Institute, member of the CSMC Steering Committee, and deputy member of the Faculty Council of Humanities at University of Hamburg. His teaching spans from introductory courses on Iranian history to specialized seminars on Zoroastrian rituals and Persian manuscript cultures.

• Urban Design Theory
• Inclusivity in Built Environments
• Critical Urban Studies
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Dr. Hooman Foroughmand Araabi is a Senior Lecturer in Urban Planning and Design at the University of the West of England (UWE) , affiliated with the Faculty of Environment and Technology and the Department of Architecture and the Built Environment . His work bridges critical theory and creative urban design, focusing on the alignment of criticality and creativity to enhance public spaces. Research Interests: Urban design theory, inclusivity in the built environment, decolonising urbanism, beauty in urban design, and governance of design. He also explores urbanism in Iran and the Middle East, emphasizing sociopolitical frameworks and localized design knowledge. Publication Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2011–2025) highlight themes like urban design theory, critical methodologies, participatory design, and regional urbanism. Notably, he develops a Deleuzoguattarian approach for urban design and examines the ethics of beauty in public spaces.

Annie TindleyView profile

Professor

• British and Irish Rural History
• Environmental History
• Land Reform
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Annie Tindley is Professor of British and Irish Rural History and Head of the School of History, Classics and Archaeology at Newcastle University. She has held academic positions at the University of Aberdeen, Glasgow Caledonian University, and the University of Dundee. MA (2001), MSc by Research (2002), PhD (2006) in History, University of Edinburgh Annie specializes in the history and contemporary legacies of land and environmental issues, focusing on landownership (private, state, and community), land reform, and interdisciplinary approaches to rural history. Her work bridges the Scottish, Irish, British, and imperial contexts from the mid-18th to the 21st century, engaging with environmental history, historical geography, and policy impact. Annie’s recent publications emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration, linking land history to ecological studies, community decision-making, and heritage conservation. Her research integrates archival analysis with modern policy frameworks, addressing topics like river management, healthcare history, and the role of design in imperial contexts. Fellow of the Royal Historical Society Annie has secured funding from AHRC, NERC, and the Wellcome Trust for collaborative projects. She mentors early-career researchers and doctoral students, advocating for research-led teaching and innovative interdisciplinary modules. She co-edits Rural History and founded the Scotland's Land book series, while serving in leadership roles for historical and heritage organizations. Her work engages community landowners, heritage groups, and policymakers, centering historical narratives in future decision-making. She leads the AHRC-funded Connected Treescapes project and the Land Decisions network.

María Noriega-SánchezView profile

Professor

• Language learning and teaching
• The role of translation in language teaching
• Curriculum design
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Prof María Noriega-Sánchez is Professor of Spanish and Translation Studies at the University of Cambridge, Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics, and a Fellow and Director of Studies in Modern and Medieval Languages at Sidney Sussex College. She has been teaching at Cambridge since 2008, specializing in Spanish language instruction from ab initio to advanced levels, translation studies, and contemporary Hispanic culture. Her research centers on innovative approaches to language pedagogy, particularly the role of translation as the 'fifth skill' in language acquisition. Prof Noriega-Sánchez has pioneered methods that integrate translation into language learning processes, challenging traditional approaches that often exclude translation from foreign language teaching. Her work explores how new technologies can enhance collaborative learning environments and develop effective language teaching materials. Prof Noriega-Sánchez's scholarly output reveals significant trends in translation pedagogy and multimodal communication. Her publications demonstrate a consistent exploration of how translation functions as both a teaching methodology and cognitive process in language acquisition. She has been instrumental in establishing translation as an essential component of language learning, bridging theoretical insights with practical classroom applications. Highly Commended in the Innovative Teaching category of the Cambridge SU Student-Led Teaching Awards (May 2023) As Director of Studies at Sidney Sussex College since 2009 and former Undergraduate Tutor (2015-2020), Prof Noriega-Sánchez has guided numerous students through their academic journeys. She has developed innovative Spanish language curricula at Cambridge, created interactive teaching materials for the Open University, and contributed to the 'Spanish at Your Fingertips' project developed by the University of Cambridge Language Centre in partnership with BBC Worldwide. Prof Noriega-Sánchez co-founded the Cambridge Conversations in Translation research group at CRASSH (2015-2018) and serves as Co-Convener of the Cambridge Translation Studies Network. Her collaborative work with Ángeles Carreres and other scholars has significantly influenced translation pedagogy both nationally and internationally, establishing her as a leading voice in the field of language education and translation studies.

Nicolas HebbinckuysView profile

Assistant Professor

• Travel Literature
• French Language Teaching
• Critical Edition of Texts
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Nicolas Hebbinckuys is an Assistant Professor at the University of Waterloo, focusing on Travel Literature in early New France (16th-17th centuries) and integrating new technologies into French as a Second Language (FSL) instruction. His research explores discourse strategies in travel narratives and representations of American otherness in Renaissance and Ancien Régime texts. Education: PhD in Literary Studies (Université de Moncton, 2015), MA in Comparative Literature (ICES, France, 2006), BA in Modern Letters (ICES France & Université Sainte-Anne Canada, 2004). He develops interactive online course content and conducts language didactic experiments on persistent student errors, feedback mechanisms, and reinvestment. His publications analyze foundational New France texts, climate adaptation in early French expeditions, and literary influences between colonial authors. Professional affiliations include GRÉCUM (Critical Edition Research Group), SOCAR (Ontario Society for Early Modern Research), SE-17 (French 17th-Century Multidisciplinary Studies), and GRÉA (Acadian Studies Research Group).

Anne-Claire FaucquezView profile

Lecturer

• Colonial America
• Slavery and Forced Labor
• History of New York City
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Anne-Claire Faucquez is a Lecturer in American History and Civilization at Paris 8 University, where she also serves as Head of the MEEF 2nd Degree Master's in English and Deputy Director of the Language Center's 'English Pole'. She is a member of the UR 'Transcribed' research unit, focusing on the 'Imagining Communities' axis. Her research explores Colonial America , with a focus on slavery and forced labor systems , the history of New York City , and memory and museum studies . She examines how colonial societies in America developed slavery structures and analyzes modern public narratives of slavery in monuments and museums. Her recent publications address transatlantic slavery dynamics, colonial power struggles , and comparative studies of Charleston and New York . She teaches courses on American civilization at the Master's level and contributes to academic discussions on historical representation and memory politics . She is affiliated with the UR 'Transcribed' research unit and collaborates on projects analyzing colonial narratives , forced labor , and public historical engagement .

Miranda GriffinView profile

Professor

• Medieval French Literature
• Medieval Manuscript Culture
• Manuscript Materiality
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Professor Miranda Griffin is a medieval French literature scholar at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics and Murray Edwards College. Her research focuses on landscape representation, manuscript culture, and ecocritical approaches to medieval texts. Professor of Medieval French Literature Fellow at Murray Edwards College Researcher in medieval manuscript studies and ecocriticism Contributor to BBC Radio 4's In Our Time Her work explores medieval theories of temporality, text-image relationships in manuscripts, and the intersection of gender studies with literary analysis. She has published extensively on Ovid's influence, metamorphosis themes, and bestiary studies. Recent research highlights include analyses of medieval ecologies, spatial narratives, and manuscript materiality. Her contributions span academic publications, educational outreach, and media collaborations like the Netflix documentary on fabulous beasts. Professor Griffin supervises PhD students in medieval French literature and actively participates in academic societies and teaching initiatives within the Faculty.

• Religion and politics
• American and comparative political development
• Collective violence
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Associate Professor David Smith is a Senior Lecturer in American Politics and Foreign Policy at the University of Sydney, jointly appointed between the United States Studies Centre and the School of Social and Political Sciences. Dr. Smith earned his BA from the University of Sydney and his PhD from the University of Michigan. His academic journey has positioned him as a leading expert in American politics with a distinctive Australian perspective. Dr. Smith's research focuses on the intersection of religion and politics, American and comparative political development, collective violence, and theories of the state. His work often examines how religious identity shapes political behavior and policy outcomes, with particular attention to the American context. His comparative approach extends to examining Australian politics through the lens of American political development, creating a unique transnational perspective that informs both fields. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward examining the relationship between identity politics, religious values, and public policy. He has made significant contributions to understanding vaccine policy acceptance across political spectrums, the role of religion in foreign policy decisions, and the dynamics of racism and anti-racism in contemporary politics. His research bridges theoretical political science with practical policy implications, particularly in the areas of public health communication and international relations ethics. Dr. Smith has supervised several graduate students including Anastasiya BYESYEDINA working on "The Re-construction of Ukrainian Identity During Revolutions" and Yiyang XU researching "Rationality and Beauty in International Politics." He is currently leading an Australian Research Council Discovery Project titled "The ideologies and practices of anti-racism in Australia" alongside colleagues Soutphommasane T and Park J.

• Arabic Language
• Arabic Literature
• Linguistic Variation
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Lucia Avallone is an Associate Professor at the University of Bergamo, teaching Arabic language and literature. She holds a PhD in 'Near Eastern and Maghreb Studies. Cultural Specificities and Intercultural Relations' from the University of Naples 'L'Orientale' (2011) and graduated from the University of Turin (1989). National Scientific Qualification for Full Professor in Cultures of the Ancient Near East, Middle East, and Africa (2024-2035) Member of AIMA (International Association for the Study of Middle and Mixed Arabic) Advisor for Master's Degree in Modern Languages for International Communication and Cooperation (LM-38) Member of PhD programs in Philological and Linguistic Studies (Bergamo) and Linguistic Sciences (Bergamo-Pavia) Her research focuses on modern and contemporary Arabic language and literature , especially linguistic variation , code switching between standard and vernacular Arabic , and Arabic-European language contact . She analyzes political discourse and develops methodologies for Arabic language teaching, with particular attention to dialect-standard dynamics in literary and pedagogical contexts. Recent publications examine: Linguistic creativity in contemporary Egyptian fiction Sociolinguistic aspects of modern Arabic narratives Translation challenges between Arabic dialects and Standard Arabic Historical connections between Arabic and Mediterranean cultures She supervises master's theses and participates in doctoral committees, emphasizing: Intercultural communication Postcolonial Arabic literature Language pedagogy innovations

• Mathematics Education
• Geometry
• Pedagogy
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Michael Weiss is a Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at the University of Michigan. He teaches foundational courses such as Linear Algebra (MATH 217) and Explorations in Euclidean Geometry (MATH 431). His office is located in East Hall (Room 1868) at 530 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI. Current Courses: MATH 217-004 (Linear Algebra), MATH 217-011 (Linear Algebra), MATH 431-001 (Explorations in Euclidean Geometry) Weiss’s research focuses on mathematics education, particularly on pedagogical strategies for teaching geometry and mathematical reasoning. His work explores the use of visual representations, interactive technologies, and narrative tools (e.g., comics) to enhance learning and teacher development. He emphasizes the role of theory-building in secondary geometry instruction and investigates how students translate abstract mathematical concepts into concrete reasoning. His publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to education, integrating technology (e.g., animated stories, voice assistants) with traditional teaching methods. Keywords across his work include Mathematics Education , Geometry , Interactive Media , Visual Learning , and Teacher Training . Contact: mweiss@umich.edu

• Middle East Political Economy
• North African Political Economy
• Youth Policy
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Professor Emma Murphy is a leading scholar in the School of Government and International Affairs at Durham University , holding the Chair of Political Economy . She is also a Senior Fellow in the Global Policy Institute and a member of the Institute for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies . Her research focuses on the political economy of the Middle East and North Africa , with particular emphasis on ICTs, youth policy, food security, economic liberalization, and Arab-Israeli relations . Recent work explores youth exclusion and inclusion in the MENA region, Africa, and Europe, and gendered transport systems in African cities. Her publications (2025-2009) span gendered mobility practices , ICTs and democratization , economic reforms in Tunisia, and youth activism across the Mediterranean. She co-edits the journal Mediterranean Politics (IF 0.722) and has served on the HEFCE Research Excellence Framework Sub-Panel . Honors : Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and Manufacturing (FRSA) Academician of the Academy of Social Sciences (ACSS) International Election Observer, Tunisia (2011) Doctoral students supervised include Abdullah Al-Maani and Saleh Albulayhi. Her work intersects with social policy, gender studies, and urban mobility , with recent projects analyzing COVID-19 impacts on youth .

Omobolanle OgunseijuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Workforce Development
• Construction Safety
• Artificial Intelligence
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Omobolanle Ogunseiju is an Assistant Professor in the School of Building Construction at Georgia Institute of Technology . She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Design and Planning from the Department of Building Construction at Virginia Tech. Education: Ph.D. in Environmental Design and Planning, Virginia Tech Current Role: Assistant Professor, Georgia Tech School of Building Construction Her research focuses on integrating wearable robotics and Artificial Intelligence (via digital twin , cyber-physical systems , and data sensing ) to improve construction workforce safety, health, and well-being . She explores ethical implications of automation in construction, particularly in human-technological dynamics. Key research trends include: Advancing smart communities through robotics and AI Exoskeleton evaluation for ergonomic risk reduction Mixed reality environments for construction education Data analytics for cognitive and physical risk assessment Professional identity development in construction engineering students Industry-academia alignment for sensing technology integration Scientific awards: Outstanding Doctoral Candidate, Myers-Lawson School of Construction Outstanding Doctoral Student, College of Architecture and Urban Studies at Virginia Tech Teaching philosophy emphasizes experiential learning , engagement techniques , and hierarchical assessments . She developed the Construction Cost Management course at Georgia Tech and will lead Construction Technology courses. Previously, she taught Smart Construction , Building Systems Technology , and Wireless Sensing in Construction Management at Virginia Tech.

Anne ViguierView profile

Lecturer

• South Asian History
• Cultural History
• Political History
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Anne Viguier is a Lecturer at the National Institute of Oriental Languages and Civilizations within the Indian, South Asian and Tibetan Studies department. She serves as Head of the Department from 2022 to 2025, while also leading Civilization Courses and the Civilization Diploma in her field. Research Affiliation: CESSMA research team Her research focuses on the cultural and political history of South India , urban history of contemporary India , federalism and regional identities in India (1920-1967) , and historiography of South Asia and non-European worlds . Publications address themes like Madurai's transformation, Tamil literary corpus appropriation, and colonial-era territorial practices. Key academic contributions include the 2024 book History of India and several edited volumes on South Indian historiography. Current projects examine connected histories and international relations through interdisciplinary approaches.