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Alexandra BraunView profile

Professor

• Comparative Law
• Trust Law
• Succession Law
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Professor Alexandra Braun holds the Lord President Reid Chair of Law at the University of Edinburgh’s School of Law and serves as Director of the Centre for Private Law. She is also a Visiting Research Fellow at Oxford’s Institute of European and Comparative Law and a Professor Extraordinary at the University of Stellenbosch. Lord President Reid Chair of Law Director, Centre for Private Law Co-Director, Edinburgh Centre for Private Law Series Editor, Edinburgh Studies in Law Programme Director, LLM in Comparative and European Private Law Her research spans comparative private law, trust law, succession law, and the cultural history of inheritance. She examines intergenerational wealth transfer, testamentary freedom, and the circulation of legal ideas across traditions. A 2022 monograph, Claiming a Promised Inheritance: A Comparative Study , synthesizes these themes. Recent publications focus on private purpose trusts in Scotland, testamentary responsibility, and comparative succession frameworks. Awards include the Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship and funding from the British Academy. She supervises PhD projects in comparative law, trust law, and wealth transfer dynamics. Scientific Awards: Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers (2013/2014) British Academy Research Support John Fell Fund (Oxford) Grants She teaches courses on succession law, trusts, and comparative private law at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and her editorial work includes co-directing the Edinburgh Centre for Private Law and managing the Edinburgh Studies in Law series.

Paul J. du PlessisView profile

Professor

• Roman Law
• Legal History
• Comparative Law
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Professor Paul J. du Plessis holds the Chair of Roman Law at the University of Edinburgh , specializing in the intersection of law and society through a historical lens. He directs the Centre for Legal History and convenes the Europa Library Committee , while also serving as Head of Subject Area: Legal History. Education: B.Juris, Hons B.A., LL.B, M.A., Ph.D Professional Affiliations: Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS), Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland (FSA Scot) His research focuses on Roman law , particularly property and obligations, with secondary interests in persons, family law, and the European ius commune of the late Middle Ages. He challenges macro-narratives of European legal history through structural and doctrinal analyses. Recent publications highlight his expertise in comparative legal systems , including contributions to the Chinese Civil Code and analyses of Roman law's influence in Scotland and Thailand. He co-edits the Oxford Studies in Roman Society and Law series and contributes to the Edinburgh Legal History Blog . Scientific Awards: Elected to the Senatus Academicus (2020) Elected Professor Extraordinarius at the University of the North West (2021) He supervises PhD candidates in Roman law, ancient history, and history of ideas, and actively participates in interdisciplinary networks like Ancient Law in Context . His work spans legal archaeology, doctrinal studies, and critical historiography.

Lisa OverholtzerView profile

Associate Professor

• Archaeology
• Social Theory
• Material Culture
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Lisa Overholtzer is an Associate Professor and William Dawson Scholar in the Department of Anthropology at McGill University. She directs the Household Archaeology Laboratory, focusing on everyday material practices of ordinary people in Postclassic and Colonial Central Mexico. Her current research centers on the community-engaged household archaeology project at Tepeticpac, Tlaxcala, supported by a SSHRC Insight Grant. She previously led an Indigenous archaeology project at Xaltocan, Mexico. Her education includes a Ph.D. from Northwestern University (2012). Her research integrates social theory with scientific methods, emphasizing household production, social identities (gender, race, class), and ethical archaeology practices. She advocates for inclusive archaeology through collaboration with descendant communities. Key awards include the William Dawson Scholar distinction. She actively mentors graduate students in Mesoamerican archaeology and methodological innovation. Her lab work bridges archaeological theory and science, using Bayesian modeling, geochemical analysis, and ceramic studies to explore materiality and social memory. Her projects emphasize decolonizing methodologies and ethical engagement, particularly in Mexico and Canada. She has pioneered collaborative frameworks like the Field Crew Symposium to democratize archaeological practice.

Diane HughesView profile

Professor

• Race and Ethnic Relations
• Developmental Psychology
• Educational Psychology
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Diane Hughes is a Professor of Applied Psychology at New York University's Steinhardt School of Culture, Development, and Education. Her research focuses on racial/ethnic dynamics in work, education, and family contexts, particularly examining how these influence socioemotional and academic development. She holds a B.A. in Psychology and African American Studies from Williams College and a Ph.D. in Community and Developmental Psychology from the University of Michigan. Dr. Hughes has held leadership roles, including former chair of the MacArthur Foundation's sub-group on Diversity in Mid-Life and co-chair of the cross-university Study Group on Race, Culture, and Ethnicity. Her work is funded by organizations such as the Carnegie Corporation, MacArthur Foundation, and National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. Her research emphasizes ethnic-racial socialization, discrimination, and the intersection of cultural and contextual factors in youth development. Recent studies analyze long-term impacts of stressors and supports on adolescents, with a focus on diverse families and communities. Teaching includes courses like Adolescent Development: Theory and Research and Community Psychology , emphasizing culturally responsive approaches to education and intervention programs. Key collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams exploring race, equity, and social intervention strategies.

Elena CarreraView profile

Associate Professor

• Comparative Cultural History
• History of Emotions
• Early Modern European History
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Dr. Elena Carrera is a Reader in Comparative Cultural History at Queen Mary University of London's School of Languages, Linguistics and Film, where she directs the Centre for the History of the Emotions. Her expertise spans Early Modern Spain, comparative European culture, and the history of emotions, madness, and autobiographical writing. She teaches modules on the Spanish Inquisition, Cervantes, and Madness Past and Present. Her research includes monographs such as Boredom (2023) and Teresa of Avila’s Autobiography (2005), alongside edited volumes on emotion and health. Public engagement includes a TED talk on nostalgia and a webinar on García Lorca. She supervises PhD candidates in Hispanic Studies and early modern history. Education: LicFil (Universidad de Zaragoza), MA (University of Nottingham), DPhil (University of Oxford). Current projects include a monograph on Female Desire and Male Jealousy in Early Modernity . Key research interests: history of emotions (fear, empathy, jealousy), Early Modern cultural history, and gender studies.

• Chinese Christianity
• Religious History
• Asian Studies
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Ryan Dunch is a Professor in the Department of History, Classics, and Religion at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on Chinese Christianity, missionary history, and the intersection of religion with modernization and cultural identity in China. He leads the Bibliographic Database of Chinese Christian Publications, 1800-1911 and contributes to digital resources for Asian Studies. Courses taught include HIST 609: Directed Study for thesis-based M.A. students. His work explores topics such as Protestant women's conversion narratives, missionary education systems, and the adaptation of Christianity under socialism. Key themes include cultural hybridization, indigenous religious practices, and the global-local dynamics of Christian missions. Recent articles analyze contemporary Protestant communities in China and historical case studies like Fujian revolutionaries and Fuzhou's religious networks. No scientific awards are listed. Advising and grants are not detailed in the provided text, though his research projects suggest active involvement in academic collaborations. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives in Asian Studies.

• Russian Literature
• Polish Literature
• Poetry Analysis
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Stuart H. Goldberg is a Professor of Russian at Georgia Tech's School of Modern Languages. He specializes in Russian and Polish literature/culture with a focus on poetry, digital humanities, and language pedagogy. His research explores sincerity in Russian poetry, Symbolist influence, and intercultural literary dynamics. He has published two major books: *An Indwelling Voice* (2023) and *Mandelstam, Blok and the Boundaries of Mythopoetic Symbolism* (2011), the latter honored as a Choice Outstanding Academic Title. Dr. Goldberg teaches Russian language courses and directs the Riga summer immersion program. He pioneered the Critical Languages Song Project, integrating song into language education. His Fulbright-funded research in Russia (2005-06) supported archival studies. Awards include an ACLS fellowship and recognition from the Polish Academy of Sciences for *Konrad and Jacob* (2001). His articles span journals like *Russian Review* and *Slavic Review*, analyzing texts from Pushkin to Mandelstam. He emphasizes intertextual analysis and historical contextualization in understanding poetic authenticity.

Rodney Waschka IIView profile

Professor

• Music Composition
• Algorithmic Composition
• Electronic Music
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Rodney Waschka II is a Professor and Director of Arts Studies at North Carolina State University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences. He also directs the Arts NOW Series, presenting contemporary arts events. His expertise spans music composition, algorithmic processes, and electronic music. Waschka's works are globally recognized, with recordings across international labels. His operas like Saint Ambrose and Sappho's Breath showcase interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent works include A Note for Joe Alexander (2024) and In Memoria di Linda Garzoli Cardosi (premiering 2025). His research explores genetic algorithms in music composition and dynamical systems as compositional tools. Education: Doctor of Musical Arts in Computer Music/Media from the University of North Texas. Awards and recognitions include features in Computer Music Journal , Musical Opinion , and international festivals. He actively commissions new works and has performed across Europe, North America, and Australia. The Arts NOW Series, under his leadership, connects contemporary art forms with academic disciplines like mathematics, politics, and climate science. Notable collaborations include the Aizuri Quartet and filmmaker projects like Boris Karloff: The Man Behind the Monster (2022).

Jens Benjamin CView profile

Associate Professor

• 19th-Century Russian Literature
• Eastern European Cinema
• Science Fiction
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Jens Benjamin C is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Arizona. He holds a Ph.D. in Slavic Languages and Literature from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His research focuses on 19th-century Russian literature (particularly Fyodor Dostoevsky), the interplay between literature and Eastern Orthodoxy, Eastern European cinema, science fiction, and cultural connections between the Western Balkans and Russia. He directs the Arizona in Russia study abroad program in Moscow. He teaches courses such as RSSS 275 – Eastern Europe & the Balkans , RSSS 280 – Sports and Empire , and specialized topics like RSSS 315 – Werewolves and Vampires: Slavic Folklore . Current offerings include RSSS 335 – Healthy Places, Toxic Spaces and RSSS 360 – Utopian Visions: East European Visual Culture . His publications include analyses of Dostoevsky’s Brothers Karamazov and pedagogical approaches to Russian language instruction. His work bridges literary studies, cultural history, and educational innovation.

Linda KatehiView profile

Professor

• Microwave and Millimeter-Wave Circuits
• MEMS Devices
• Terahertz Applications
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Linda Katehi is a Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering and Materials Science & Engineering at Texas A&M University, holding the O'Donnell Foundation Chair II. She is a Member of the National Academy of Engineering and American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Her research focuses on advanced electromagnetic systems, MEMS devices, and embedded intelligent sensors. Katehi earned her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from UCLA (1984), with prior degrees from UCLA and the National Technical University of Athens. Education: Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, UCLA (1984) M.S., Electrical Engineering, UCLA (1981) B.S., Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, National Technical University of Athens (1977) Research Interests: Katehi pioneers innovations in microwave circuits, MEMS-based reconfigurable systems, terahertz technology, and neuromorphic sensors. Her work emphasizes integrating artificial intelligence into hardware for adaptive sensing platforms. Recent projects include flexible electronics, time-domain system analysis, and sustainability in urban infrastructure. Awards & Recognition: Ramo Simon Founder’s Award (2015) Charter Fellow, National Academy of Inventors (2013) Leading Women in STEM Award (2012) Rudy E. Henning Mentoring Award (IEEE, 2011) Lab & Teams: Directs the Intelligent Electromagnetic Sensors Lab (IEMSL), advancing embodied intelligence in electronics. Her team develops AI-embedded sensors and reconfigurable systems for applications in healthcare, communications, and environmental monitoring. Collaborates across disciplines to address global sustainability and equity challenges.

Alanna SkuseView profile

Associate Professor

• Medical Humanities
• Early Modern Literature
• History of Medicine
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Alanna Skuse is an Associate Professor in the Department of English Literature at the University of Reading, part of the School of Humanities. Her research examines medicine, identity, and embodiment in early modern England, with a focus on surgical practices, self-wounding, and the intersections of literature and medical history. She holds a Wellcome Trust Award for her project on self-inflicted wounds in early modern texts and actively engages in public humanities initiatives through writing and radio appearances. Skuse's work bridges literary studies and medical humanities, exploring how bodily alterations (e.g., amputations, mastectomies) influenced cultural identity debates. Her books include Surgery and Selfhood in Early Modern England (Cambridge, 2021) and Constructions of Cancer in Early Modern England (Palgrave, 2015). She co-directs the interdisciplinary Centre for Health Humanities and leads research groups on identities and diversity/inclusion within her department. Her publications analyze topics like castration narratives, prosthetic limbs in theater, and early modern medical ethics. Skuse advocates for open-access research and collaborates with artist-practitioners to foster public engagement. She supervises postgraduate students in early modern studies and health humanities.

Gerald J. PrinceView profile

Professor

• Modern French Literature
• Narrative Theory
• Comparative Literature
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Gerald J. Prince is a Professor of French and Francophone Studies at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in modern French literature and narrative theory, with a focus on authors like Proust, Sartre, and contemporary writers such as Houellebecq. Prince has authored influential works including Narratology: The Form and Functioning of Narrative and A Dictionary of Narratology , and serves as General Editor of the 'Stages' series for the University of Nebraska Press. He is also on the editorial or advisory boards of over a dozen journals, including Narrative and Style . His research interests include narrative poetics, the evolution of the novel, and themes in 20th-century French fiction. He currently teaches courses on narrative theory and modern French literature, and has directed doctoral dissertations on topics like the 'retour du romanesque' and Houellebecq's fiction. Prince received the Wayne C. Booth Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013 for his contributions to narrative studies.

Gary T. MitchumView profile

Professor

• Climate Change
• Sea Level Rise
• Oceanography
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Professor Gary T. Mitchum serves as Associate Dean for Research and Professor in the College of Marine Science at the University of South Florida (USF), where he has been since 1996. Previously, he held a faculty position at the University of Hawaii’s Department of Oceanography and directed its Sea Level Center. His research focuses on sea level rise, ocean physics, satellite and in-situ data analysis, El Niño phenomena, and fisheries applications. He holds a Ph.D. and B.S. from Florida State University (1984 and 1980). Key projects include multi-model sea level forecasts for the U.S. coast (NOAA-funded) and climate data records of sea level change (NASA-funded). He has led or co-led four major research projects between 2013–2022. His awards include the 1992 AGU Editor’s Citation and a National Merit Scholarship. Research interests span satellite altimetry, ocean eddies, and climate impacts. He teaches courses like Geophysical Fluid Dynamics and Physical Oceanography. His work addresses coastal vulnerability, global sea level acceleration, and ocean dynamics. Active in advisory roles, he contributes to the USF Office of Corporate Partnerships and the College’s Tenure Committee.

Matteo GianniView profile

Professor

• Normative Political Theory
• Migration and Mobility
• Urban Citizenship
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Matteo Gianni is a Full Professor and Director of the Department of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Geneva, Faculty of Social Sciences. He has been a faculty member since 2011, previously serving as Associate Professor and progressing from assistant and senior lecturer roles. He is affiliated with the Institute for Citizenship Studies (where he briefly served as Director in 2024) and the Institute for Gender Studies. He also holds a significant role in the NCCR – On the Move research consortium based at the University of Neuchâtel, leading research and serving on its management board since 2018. His research interests span a broad and interconnected set of themes in political theory and social policy, including Normative Political Theory, Migration and Mobility, Urban Citizenship, Deliberative Democracy, Integration of Muslims in Europe, Theories of Justice and Recognition, Secularism, and Epistemology of the Social Sciences . He has extensively examined the political integration of Muslims in Switzerland and Europe, the ethics of migration, and the role of public deliberation in democratic societies. The most recent publications reflect a sustained focus on issues of epistemic justice, multicultural citizenship, and the political dynamics of religious pluralism. His work often analyzes how migration, security policies, and integration discourses shape democratic citizenship in mobile and multicultural societies. He frequently collaborates with scholars across Europe and North America, as seen in his leadership of international research projects and co-supervision of PhD students. Matteo Gianni has supervised numerous doctoral students, many of whom have completed their theses on topics related to migration, citizenship, and political integration. He has received research funding from the Swiss National Science Foundation and has conducted scientific visits to Rutgers University and the University of Toronto. He was Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences from 2016 to 2020 and is co-chair of the ASSP Political Theory Group. He has led major research projects such as Narratives of Crisis and Their Influence in Shaping Discourses and Policies of Migration and Mobility and Perimeters of Multilayered Democratic Citizenship in a Mobile and Multicultural World . He is actively involved in knowledge transfer and public engagement, as evidenced by his media contributions such as the article "We must make race visible" in Le Courrier (2022). His work bridges academic research and policy development, particularly through partnerships with public institutions like the Department of Social Cohesion in Geneva to create local participatory forums.

Maxwell BoykoffView profile

Professor

• Climate Communication
• Science and Environmental Communications
• Science-Policy Interactions
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Maxwell Boykoff is a Professor and Director of the Environmental Studies Program at the University of Colorado Boulder, with adjunct affiliation in the Department of Geography. He is also a Senior Visiting Research Associate at the Environmental Change Institute, University of Oxford. His work bridges environmental science, communication, and policy, focusing on how climate issues are communicated across media, science, and political spheres. University: University of Colorado Boulder School: College of Arts and Sciences Department: Environmental Studies Program Adjunct Role: Department of Geography Visiting Role: University of Oxford, Environmental Change Institute Maxwell Boykoff’s research centers on climate communication, science-policy interactions, and environmental governance. He explores how cultural politics, media narratives, and public engagement shape climate discourse. His work emphasizes creative and tailored communication strategies to overcome polarization and enhance public understanding. He has led initiatives such as the International Collective on Environment, Culture and Politics, mentoring students in interdisciplinary research. Boykoff advocates for a 'silver buckshot' approach—diverse, context-specific strategies—to improve climate engagement. His recent publications reflect a strong trend in interdisciplinary climate communication, blending insights from social sciences, humanities, and policy studies. Themes include academic advocacy, media framing, audience segmentation, emotional engagement, and the role of arts and humor in climate discourse. His influential book Creative (Climate) Communications (2019) argues for innovative, audience-centered approaches to climate messaging. Scientific awards and honors are not explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Boykoff actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students through research collectives and supervises postdoctoral scholars. While specific student names are not listed, his commitment to mentorship is emphasized. He has secured institutional support through roles at CIRES and interdisciplinary collaborations. He has not indicated part-time status and is actively involved in research, teaching, and leadership. He is affiliated with the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES) and previously directed the Center for Science and Technology Policy. His work involves transdisciplinary teams focused on science communication, climate adaptation, and policy engagement.