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Ali AslamView profile

Associate Professor

• Political Theory
• Democratic Theory
• Grassroots Democracy
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Ali Aslam is an Associate Professor in the Department of Politics at Mount Holyoke College, where he contributes to interdisciplinary scholarship through the Entrepreneurship, Organizations, and Society Committee. His work bridges political theory with real-world democratic practices. Research Interests: Ali Aslam's research centers on political theory, particularly democratic theory, grassroots democracy, and the ways citizens negotiate freedom, recognition, and sovereignty through political struggle. He examines social movements such as Black Lives Matter and Occupy, exploring how marginalized groups enact democracy outside institutional frameworks. His theoretical work challenges neoliberal conceptions of citizenship and advocates for more inclusive, embodied, and entangled forms of political life. Publication Trends: His recent publications reflect a sustained engagement with fugitive, embodied, and ecological models of democracy. Themes include repair, interdependence, and non-traditional collectivity, often drawing from continental philosophy and critical theory. His co-authored 2024 book introduces 'earthborn democracy' as a framework for understanding life as politically entangled across species and environments. Best Paper Award in Contemporary Political Theory (2024) for 'The Politics of Repair' Advising and Grants: Aslam has mentored undergraduate researchers, including Azulina Green '17 and Savannah Harriman-Pote '20, on cooperative models in higher education. While specific grant details are not listed, his collaborative and applied research suggests active engagement in funded or institutionally supported scholarly projects. He teaches core courses in democratic theory, political economy, and the history of political thought, shaping the next generation of critical thinkers. Labs and Teams: He is actively involved in the Entrepreneurship, Organizations, and Society Committee at Mount Holyoke, promoting interdisciplinary dialogue on democratic institutions and social innovation. This engagement reflects his commitment to bridging theory and practice in organizational and educational settings.

Clifton van der LindenView profile

Associate Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Digital Technology
• Electoral Politics
• +9 more

Dr. Clifton van der Linden is an Associate Professor of Political Science at McMaster University, where he serves as Director of the Digital Society Lab and Academic Director of the Master of Public Policy in Digital Society program. He is also a Visiting Fellow at the Oxford Internet Institute, exploring the interplay between digital technologies and democratic processes. PhD in Political Science (University of Toronto, 2019) MA in Journalism (Western University, 2005) Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science (McMaster University, 2004) His research centers on how digital technologies like artificial intelligence reshape democratic participation, political behavior, and public opinion. He specializes in voting advice applications (e.g., Vox Pop Labs ), electoral politics, and the ethical implications of data-driven governance. Dr. van der Linden’s scholarly output includes 15 recent articles spanning public health policy, political methodology, and transnational integration. His work has been featured in journals like Philosophy & Technology and European Union Politics , with themes ranging from pandemic behavioral analysis to Brexit trade-offs. Adel S. Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award (University of Toronto) Clarkson Laureateship for Public Service (Massey College) Arch Alumni Award (McMaster University) Toronto Region Board of Trade's Entrepreneur of the Year As a serial entrepreneur, Dr. van der Linden has founded multiple tech ventures, including Vox Pop Labs , creator of Vote Compass —a tool used in over 50 elections worldwide. He advises governments on technology policy and frequently contributes to media discussions on elections.

Son K. LamView profile

Professor

• Sales Management
• Organizational Ambidexterity
• Organizational Identification
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Son K. Lam is a Professor in the Department of Marketing at the Terry College of Business, University of Georgia. His research focuses on sales management, organizational ambidexterity, customer-centricity, and relationship marketing from a social identity theory perspective. PhD in Marketing, University of Houston (2009) Research Interests span salesperson judgment and decision-making, dual agency in B2B negotiations, and leveraging data integration in frontline management. His work often applies social identity theory to address organizational challenges. Article Trends highlight his contributions to resolving empirical challenges in marketing dualities, buyer-seller interactions, and sales force performance metrics across journals like Journal of Marketing and Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science . Scientific Awards: Emily H. and Charles M. Tanner, Jr., Chair in Sales Management (2023) Marketing Science Institute (MSI) Scholar (2023) Terry Dean’s Advisory Council Distinguished Professorship (2019-2022) Outstanding Research Award (2015) Editorial & Service Roles include Developmental Editor for Journal of Marketing (2023–present), Area Editor for Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science (2017–present), and advisory roles in UGA Study Abroad and Master in Marketing Research Program.

Peter WinklerView profile

Professor

• Strategic Communication
• Digital Transformation
• Public Relations
• +5 more

Peter Winkler serves as a University Professor in the Department of Communication Science at Paris Lodron University Salzburg. His academic profile demonstrates extensive engagement with contemporary communication challenges, particularly focusing on digital transformation's impact on strategic and organizational communication systems. With continuous scholarly output from 2008 through projected 2025 publications, he maintains active research leadership in the field. Professor Winkler's research interests center on strategic communication in digital environments, with particular expertise in organizational communication, public relations evolution, and digital media strategies. His work critically examines the political dimensions of integrated communication systems, exploring how micro-political dynamics and ideological frameworks shape corporate communication practices. He investigates the paradoxical nature of digital transformation in public relations, analyzing tensions between control demands and flexibility requirements in contemporary communication strategies. His recent publication trajectory reveals a pronounced focus on digitalization challenges in strategic communication, with increasing attention to political dimensions of corporate communication and organizational emergence through communication processes. The VUCA framework appears as a significant conceptual tool in his latest work, reflecting adaptation to volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous communication environments. Dissertationspreis der DGPuK Fachgruppe Public Relations und Organisationskommunikation (2015) EUPPRERA Best Paper Award (2016, 2020, 2022, 2023) Professor Winkler actively contributes to academic discourse through substantial peer review activities for journals including Journal of Communication Management, Business & Society, and Journal of Business Ethics. He serves as project manager for multiple significant research initiatives, notably DigInfluAd Austria and the DIGISKILLS series examining digital competencies in Austria. His advisory activities include participation in habilitation committees and expert assessments, demonstrating institutional leadership beyond direct research contributions.

Joanna Endter-WadaView profile

Professor

• Water Policy
• Natural Resource Management
• Human Dimensions of Environmental Change
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Joanna Endter-Wada serves as Professor of Natural Resource Policy and Social Science in the Department of Environment and Society at Utah State University. She leads the WaterMAPS™ program and co-directs the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Graduate Certificate Program, focusing on interdisciplinary approaches to natural resource governance and human-environment interactions in arid regions. Her educational foundation includes: PhD in Social Ecology from University of California at Irvine MS in Planning from University of California at Irvine Dr. Endter-Wada's research examines water policy frameworks and human dimensions of natural resource use through multiple lenses: Great Salt Lake ecosystem management and policy development Urban landscape water conservation strategies and behavioral drivers Human adaptation to drought and climate change impacts Wetland protection mechanisms in water-scarce environments Social-ecological system interactions in arid landscapes Analysis of her recent publications (2020-2025) reveals intensifying focus on Great Salt Lake policy documentation for legislative action (2023-2025), integration of land-water planning for community health, and innovative water management strategies like banking systems. Her work consistently bridges social science methodologies with practical water conservation applications in western U.S. contexts. No specific scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. Dr. Endter-Wada mentors students through the NEPA Graduate Certificate Program while directing interdisciplinary research initiatives. Her WaterMAPS™ program develops analytical tools for municipal water use assessment, and she co-directs federal policy training that prepares students for environmental regulatory careers. Current projects address water security challenges through stakeholder-engaged approaches across Utah's diverse landscapes. She directs the WaterMAPS™ program which creates software for urban water management analysis and co-directs the NEPA Graduate Certificate Program that trains future environmental policy professionals. These initiatives operate within Utah State University's broader ecosystem of water research centers focused on arid region sustainability.

• Interpersonal Communication
• Family Communication
• Queer Theory
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Jimmie Manning is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. His research focuses on relational meaning-making across interpersonal, organizational, political, and digital contexts, with particular emphasis on sexuality, gender, and identity discourses. He has secured grants from the National Science Foundation and Learn & Service America and published extensively in top-tier journals like Communication Monographs and Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication . Education: Ph.D., Communication Studies (Interpersonal Communication and Cultural Studies), University of Kansas, 2006 Graduate Certificate, Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies (Sexuality and Social Control), University of Kansas, 2005 M.A., Communication Studies (Organizational Communication, Political Communication, and Rhetoric/Media Studies), University of Kansas, 2004 B.F.A., Dramatic Arts; B.A. English and Ethnic/Gender Studies; B.S.E. Speech/Communication and Social Sciences, Emporia State University, 2001 His research examines relational discourses, digital communication, and intersections between health/organizational efficacy and identity. Over his career, he has contributed to queer theory, critical interpersonal communication, and digital culture studies, with recent work analyzing phenomena like ghosting and sexting. He teaches courses in interpersonal communication, qualitative analysis, and misinformation dynamics. Dr. Manning is an active member of the graduate faculty and mentors graduate students. His community engagement includes consulting for health care organizations and LGBTQ+ advocacy groups. Current projects explore queer methodologies, digital intimacy ethics, and critical turns in family communication research.

Pedro Alexandre Simões dos SantosView profile

Associate Professor

• Machine Learning
• Social Artificial Intelligence
• Game Design
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Pedro Alexandre Simões dos Santos is an Associate Professor at Instituto Superior Técnico, with dual appointments in the Mathematics Department and Computer Science and Engineering Department. His work spans Machine Learning, Social Artificial Intelligence, and Game Design, focusing on convergence analysis of ML algorithms, Social AI, and AI for Games. He actively contributes to game design, both digital and analogic, with a special interest in historical themes. Affiliations: Mathematics Department, Instituto Superior Técnico Computer Science and Engineering Department, Instituto Superior Técnico INESC-ID Research Unit GAIPS - Group of AI for People and Society His research integrates theoretical and applied aspects, including reinforcement learning in non-stationary environments, neural network optimization, and socially intelligent agent authoring tools. He explores AI applications in games, mental health support systems, and legal domains. His recent publications highlight trends in NFT-based game ecosystems, dialogue systems for mental health, and multi-agent reinforcement learning frameworks. Pedro teaches subjects such as Mathematics for Machine Learning and the 1st Cycle Integrative Project in Applied Mathematics and Computing, bridging mathematical foundations with computational applications.

• Risk Communication
• Crisis Management
• Migration Studies
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Minna Lundgren serves as Senior Lecturer in Sociology at Mid Sweden University's Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, based in Östersund. She is an integral member of the Risk and Crisis Research Centre (RCR) where she leads critical research on societal resilience. Her academic foundation includes a Doctor of Philosophy degree awarded in 2016 following her thesis on displacement experiences among Georgian youth. Lundgren's research spans three core domains: risk communication in heterogeneous societies, crisis management during hybrid threats, and migration/displacement dynamics. Her work combines qualitative methodologies with experimental approaches in the RCR Simulation Lab, examining how diverse populations process risk information related to extreme weather, terrorism, and disinformation campaigns. Notable projects include the ongoing 'Humans, Measures and Resilience' initiative studying public response to hybrid threats, and the Ukraine-focused 'SAFE Ukraine' collaboration examining wartime communication since 2022. Her publication trajectory reveals a strategic evolution from post-conflict displacement studies (2014-2016) toward contemporary risk communication challenges. Recent outputs focus on disinformation vulnerability in Swedish society (2024), wartime communication frameworks (2024), and climate adaptation strategies (2021), demonstrating increasing engagement with urgent societal threats. Lundgren's methodological approach consistently emphasizes practical application of research to improve governmental crisis communication. Lundgren actively contributes to academic governance as scientific secretary of Umeå's Ethical Review Authority division. Her teaching encompasses sociology in the Risk and Crisis Management program, doctoral courses in research ethics, and specialized instruction in risk analysis. Current supervision includes doctoral candidate Maja Klinga, with whom she co-publishes on disinformation studies. Her operational framework involves significant collaboration with national agencies like MSB (Civil Contingencies Agency) and international partners including Kharkiv National University. The RCR Simulation Lab serves as her primary research environment for experimental studies on public behavior during crises.

• Intercultural Communication
• Translation Studies
• Tourism Translation
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Richard Clouet serves as a Professor in the Department of Modern Philology, Translation and Interpretation at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC). His academic profile shows active engagement in research through the GIR Translation and Interpreting, Interculturality, Applied Languages and Travel Literature research group, with significant contributions across multiple institutional collaborations including the IUIAText and GIR Discourse, Communication and Society groups. Clouet's research focuses on the intersection of translation studies, intercultural communication, and language pedagogy. His work emphasizes practical applications in tourism translation, telecollaboration, and machine translation integration in educational contexts. Recent publications demonstrate particular interest in developing intercultural competence through innovative teaching methodologies, with strong focus on ESP (English for Specific Purposes) frameworks and virtual exchange programs. His scholarship bridges theoretical discourse analysis with practical translator training concerns. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent thematic progression toward technology-enhanced intercultural communication, with increasing emphasis on telecollaboration frameworks, machine translation applications, and tourism-specific translation challenges. The research trajectory shows evolution from traditional discourse analysis toward contemporary digital communication contexts, while maintaining focus on cultural adaptation and professional translator competencies. Clouet maintains active research collaborations with scholars including Isabel Cristina Alfonzo De Tovar, Susan Isobel Cranfield McKay, and María Soraya García Sánchez. His work appears in journals such as Revista de Linguística y Lenguas Aplicadas and Hikma, with publications spanning articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings. Current research directions include gamification in adult language learning, multimodal communication in ubiquitous learning environments, and intercultural intelligence models for translation professionals.

Jonathan WoonView profile

Professor

• Experiments
• Political Economy
• Information
• +6 more

Jonathan Woon is a Professor of Political Science and the Associate Dean for Graduate Studies at the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, University of Pittsburgh. His research focuses on democratic decision-making, electoral systems, and behavioral models, integrating methods from experimental and behavioral economics. Research Interests: Experiments, Political Economy, Strategic Communication, Game Theory, Congressional Behavior Education: PhD from Stanford University (2005) Woon’s recent publications analyze topics such as electoral polarization, candidate honesty, and strategic communication in political contexts. His work often combines game-theoretic models with experimental data to explore voter accountability, party reputations, and institutional design. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided text, his administrative role emphasizes equity and inclusion in graduate education, aiming to foster diverse intellectual communities for societal impact.

• Early Childhood Education
• Learning Cultures in Kindergartens
• Materiality and Social Practices
• +5 more

Anita Berge serves as Head of Department at the University of Stavanger's Department of Early Childhood Education within the Faculty of Arts and Education. Her academic leadership spans Norwegian early childhood research and policy implementation, with extensive contributions to international scholarly discourse through publications and conference presentations across Europe. Her research focuses on foundational aspects of early childhood education including learning cultures in kindergartens, materiality's impact on social practices, belonging and inclusion dynamics, and curriculum studies. Berge employs critical discourse analysis and ethnographic methods to examine how spatial arrangements, efficiency discourses, and policy frameworks shape pedagogical practices. Her work consistently addresses tensions between tradition and change in the "big kindergarten" context. Analysis of her recent publications reveals strong emphasis on belonging politics, material pedagogy, and epistemic reflexivity in teacher education. Her scholarship demonstrates methodological sophistication through combinations of critical discourse analysis with ethnographic fieldwork, particularly in examining cloakroom practices, furniture arrangements, and curriculum implementation across European contexts. Berge actively participates in research communities through seminar leadership at the "research kindergarten" and international collaborations like the Politics of Belonging project. Her work frequently addresses practical applications through workshops on supporting children's belonging in play, systematic interventions in kindergarten communities, and open kindergarten models as integration arenas.

Emanuele CastelliView profile

Associate Professor

• Peace Research
• International Relations Theory
• Economic Modernization
• +6 more

Emanuele Castelli is Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Parma , where he teaches Political Science and International Politics . He holds multiple leadership roles including Rector's Delegate for Social Justice (2023-2029), Director of CSEIA (Center for Studies in European and International Affairs), and Coordinator of the Jean Monnet FOSTER Project (2024-2027). Previously, he was a researcher at the University of Parma, postdoctoral fellow at the Bruno Kessler Foundation, and contract professor at the Free University of Bolzano and the University of Trento. His research spans the intersection of Peace Research and International Relations Theory , focusing on how economic modernization influences state behavior domestically and internationally. He has participated in projects funded by Italy's Ministry of Education, NATO's Allied Command Transformation, and banking foundations. His work emphasizes creative destruction , elite incentives , and technological innovation as drivers of conflict and pacification. Recent publications analyze topics like food security and terrorism (Boko Haram/Al-Shabaab), Schumpeterian peace theories , and bargaining in ethnic conflicts (South Tyrol). He has authored two monographs on revolution theory and co-edited works on identity conflicts , with over 20 peer-reviewed articles. His 2012-2016 analysis of counterinsurgency myths and 2007-2008 studies on Armed Forces trade-offs demonstrate methodological diversity. Castelli graduated magna cum laude in Political Science (2000) at the University of Bologna, earned a Master's there in International Relations, and completed his PhD in Sociology and Political Studies at the University of Parma. He manages the activities of the Standing Group on International Relations (SGRI) and has organized its annual conference since 2012.

Michael A. GoodmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Higher Education
• Student Affairs
• Educational Leadership and Policy
• +4 more

Michael A. Goodman is an Assistant Professor at The University of Texas at Austin in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy, College of Liberal Arts. His research explores student governance, sorority/fraternity life (SFL), and crises in education, emphasizing equity, justice, and LGBTQ+ issues. He also serves as a Faculty Affiliate in the Center for Women's and Gender Studies. B.A. in Organizational Communication, University of Central Oklahoma M.S. in Education (Higher Education and Student Affairs), Indiana University Ph.D. in Higher Education, Student Affairs, and International Education Policy (concentration: Student Affairs), University of Maryland, College Park Goodman’s research bridges student governance, SFL, and educational crises, with particular attention to queer student experiences and social justice. His work interrogates neoliberalism in student leadership, racial equity, and the transition from student government to public office. Recent publications focus on crisis management, antiracist practices, and digital communication in SFL. His articles analyze themes such as graduate student labor exploitation, queer representation in governance, and social media’s role in racial justice. Awards include the Maxine Foreman Zarrow Endowed Faculty Fellowship, TACUSPA’s Faculty Member of the Year, and grants for crisis-related research. Goodman also serves as Associate Editor for the Journal of Sorority and Fraternity Life Research and Practice , with affiliations in LGBTQ+ advocacy and student affairs professional development.

Jesse C. JohnsonView profile

Associate Professor

• International Security
• International Cooperation
• Peace Studies
• +3 more

Jesse C. Johnson is an Associate Professor of Government at the University of Texas at Austin within the College of Liberal Arts. His primary research focuses on international security, cooperation, and peace studies, particularly examining military alliances and their impact on conflict dynamics. Contact information includes jesse.johnson@utexas.edu. Ph.D. from Rice University Research Interests: Dr. Johnson's work centers on military alliance politics, covering areas such as alliance reliability, dispute escalation, and preventive war mechanisms. His research has been published in top-tier journals including International Organization and Journal of Conflict Resolution . Publications Trends: His scholarly output reveals consistent focus on military alliances (2011-2025), with recent works expanding into gender dynamics in conflict zones and diplomatic data tools. Key themes include alliance credibility, crisis management, and security negotiation processes. Scientific Awards: Outstanding Teaching Award, University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences Academic Contributions: Dr. Johnson provides both undergraduate and graduate instruction in international relations and security studies, demonstrating a long-term commitment to education in political science. His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications in conflict resolution.

Geoffrey M. HealView profile

Professor

• Environmental Economics
• Resource Economics
• Climate Change Economics
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Geoffrey M. Heal serves as the Donald C. Waite III Professor of Social Enterprise at Columbia Business School, Columbia University, and chairs the Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) Faculty Advisory Committee. His distinguished career spans economic theory, resource economics, and environmental policy with global impact. Education: Bachelors (first class), Masters, and Doctoral degrees from Cambridge University (Churchill College) Teaching experience at Christ's College, Cambridge Honorary Doctorate from Universite de Paris Dauphine Research Interests: Professor Heal pioneers research in ecosystem valuation , carbon credit systems , and climate-economic modeling . His work bridges theoretical economics with practical policy solutions for deforestation (REDD framework), energy market dynamics, and social cost of carbon calculations. He critically examines how oil price volatility affects renewable energy adoption and evaluates natural gas funding biases in academic research. Publication Trends: Recent works analyze climate policy mechanisms (2025), EPA carbon valuation methodologies (2023), and historical energy transition challenges (2015). His scholarship consistently addresses market-based environmental solutions with emphasis on intergenerational equity and policy implementation barriers. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Econometric Society Prize for Publications of Enduring Quality (Association of Environmental and Resource Economists) Life Fellow designation Honorary Doctorate (Universite de Paris Dauphine) Advisory Leadership: Serves as IPCC coordinating lead author, World Bank Green Growth advisor, and member of President Sarkozy's Commission on Economic Performance. Previously advised the UN Human Development Report and Pew Oceans Commission. Co-founded the Coalition for Rainforest Nations and served on green private equity investment committees. Research Infrastructure: Leads Columbia's Center on Global Energy Policy initiatives while maintaining active collaboration with the Coalition for Rainforest Nations. His work integrates academic research with real-world policy implementation through international organizational partnerships.