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Simon King is a Professor of Speech Processing at the University of Edinburgh , affiliated with the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences . He serves as Director of the Centre for Speech Technology Research (CSTR) and teaches courses like Speech Processing and Speech Synthesis , while directing the MSc in Speech and Language Processing . Research Interests His research focuses on: Developing new acoustic models (e.g., Linear Dynamical Models, factorial-HMMs) for speech recognition Advancing unit selection and HMM-based speech synthesis Integrating articulatory measurement data for enhanced modeling Exploring perceptual measures in synthesis criteria Building multilingual speech systems to identify universal speech building blocks Publication Trends Simon's recent work emphasizes deep learning (DNNs, LSTMs) in speech synthesis, multilingual frameworks , and articulatory-acoustic feature integration . His studies often bridge grapheme-based modeling , perceptual error reduction , and noise-robust synthesis . Scientific Awards EPSRC Advanced Research Fellowship (2005-2009) Students & Collaborations He has supervised numerous PhD students including Rasmus Dall, Tom Merritt, and Srikanth Ronanki. Current research fellows like Mirjam Wester and Zhizheng Wu contribute to projects such as Natural Speech Technology (NST) and Simple4All .

• Speech Synthesis
• Speech Processing
• Acoustic Modeling
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Dr. Anna Dubiel is a Senior Lecturer in Marketing at King's Business School, King's College London. Her research focuses on the intersection of innovation and R&D management with international markets, particularly in emerging economies. She teaches a broad range of Marketing topics in postgraduate and executive programmes covering International Marketing and Digital Marketing. Dr. Dubiel obtained her PhD from WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, Vallendar, Germany, where she previously served as Assistant Professor of International Innovation Management. Her academic journey includes visiting researcher positions at Boston College, Judge Business School, and London Business School, as well as a Visiting College Research Associate position at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge in 2017. Her research expertise centers on Innovation Management , New Product Development , R&D Management , International Marketing , and Emerging Economies . Dr. Dubiel's work particularly examines how businesses can develop better products and services for consumers and businesses at the subsistence market ends. Her current research project focuses on 'Risk Management in Emerging Economies: A Marketing Perspective. The Context of Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) Insurance,' which studies how to reach buyers of complex new services in subsistence marketplaces and raise insurance literacy. Dr. Dubiel's publications reveal a consistent focus on innovation in emerging markets, with significant contributions to journals such as the Journal of Product Innovation Management, Industrial Marketing Management, Journal of Business Research, European Journal of Marketing, and International Marketing Review. Her work often explores frugal innovation, new product development strategies, and international market adaptation, demonstrating how businesses can succeed in resource-constrained environments while creating social impact. Her notable scientific achievements include: Highly Commended Paper Winner of the Journal of Indian Business Research (2014) Finalist for the Thomas P. Hustad Best Paper Award for the Journal of Product Innovation Management (2016) Academy of Marketing Teaching Excellence Award (2020) British Academy of Management Early Career Education Practice Award (2021) Finalist for the Academy of International Business Teaching Innovation Award (2021) HEA Fellowship (2019) Multiple Case Writing Competition awards from AESE Business School (2010, 2011) Dr. Dubiel has received research funding from several intramural grants as well as the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust. Her teaching methodology emphasizes practical application through managerial guest lectures and consulting projects conducted by students for real organizations. While she is not currently accepting new PhD students, her research group focuses on marketing financial services to first-time buyers in emerging markets, with evidence from Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) Micro-Insurance in Kenya.

• Innovation Management
• New Product Development
• R&D Management
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Christopher L. Tucci is a Professor of Digital Strategy & Innovation at Imperial College London's Business School and currently serves as Interim Vice Dean of Education. He is also the Founding Dean of NEOM's College of Business & Innovation in Saudi Arabia. Previously, he held the Chair in Corporate Strategy & Innovation at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where he served as Dean of the College of Management from 2013 to 2018. His academic qualifications include a PhD in Management from MIT and multiple degrees from Stanford University: an AB in Music, BS in Mathematical Sciences, and MS in Computer Science and Computer Science. His research focuses on digital strategy, innovation management, open innovation, and business model innovation, with particular emphasis on how firms transition to new technologies and organizational forms. He has pioneered work on crowdsourcing, inter-networking, and AI-driven innovation. His award-winning article 'Crowdsourcing as a Solution to Distant Search' (co-authored with Allan Afuah) has received multiple accolades, including the AMR Decade Award in 2022. Professor Tucci teaches courses such as AI Ventures, Co-Creation in AI & Robotics, and Design Thinking. He actively contributes to academic leadership roles, including serving on the Academy of Management's Board of Governors and leading initiatives like Imperial's I-X (Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation hub). His work integrates technology, strategy, and organizational dynamics to address modern business challenges. Educations: PhD in Management, MIT (1992–1997) SM in Technology & Policy/EECS, MIT (1989–1991) BS in Mathematical Sciences, Stanford (1978–1982) AB in Music, Stanford (1979–1983) MS in Computer Science, Stanford (1982–1984) Labs/Teams: Co-Director of Imperial's I-X initiative, focusing on AI, data science, and digital innovation.

• Digital Strategy
• Innovation Management
• Open Innovation
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David John Procter is a Professor of Organic Chemistry and Head of the Department of Chemistry at the University of Manchester. His career includes academic roles at the University of Glasgow (Lecturer, Senior Lecturer) and a Readership at the University of Manchester, where he became a Professor in 2008. His research focuses on developing new synthetic methods, catalysis, and materials chemistry, with applications in drug discovery, biocatalysis, and organic electronics. Education: BSc Chemistry (University of Leeds, 1992), PhD (1995, supervised by Prof. Christopher Rayner). Postdoctoral work: Florida State University (Prof. Robert Holton, Taxol analog synthesis). Research interests include samarium diiodide-mediated reactions, metal-free coupling processes, and sustainable synthesis methods. He leads projects funded by EPSRC, Industry (30 grants), and international collaborations. Awards include the EPSRC Established Career Fellowship (2015–2020), Bader Prize (2014), and Young Heterocyclic Chemist Award (2015). Key contributions: Total synthesis of natural products (e.g., pleuromutilin), development of copper-catalyzed multicomponent couplings, and innovative methods for organic materials. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy and responsible consumption. Collaborations span academic and industrial partnerships in chemistry, physics, and biology. He supervises 60+ students and contributes to the Organic Materials Innovation Centre (OMIC). His group’s research is detailed at proctergroupresearch.com .

• Organic Synthesis
• Catalysis
• New Synthetic Methods
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Professor Imre Leader is a distinguished mathematician at the University of Cambridge, where he serves as Professor of Pure Mathematics in the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (DPMMS), which is part of the Faculty of Mathematics. His office is located in room C2.02 at the DPMMS building. Professor Leader's research primarily focuses on Extremal Combinatorics and Ramsey Theory , two fundamental areas of discrete mathematics. His work explores deep connections between combinatorial structures, set theory, and algebraic properties. He has made significant contributions to understanding partition regularity, monochromatic structures, extremal set theory, and combinatorial geometry. His research often bridges the gap between pure combinatorics and applications in computer science and theoretical mathematics. Over his prolific career, Professor Leader has published numerous influential papers in top mathematical journals, collaborating with leading mathematicians worldwide. His work spans various aspects of combinatorics including hypergraph theory, geometric combinatorics, additive number theory, and combinatorial game theory. He has been particularly active in advancing our understanding of Ramsey-type phenomena in infinite structures and developing new techniques in extremal combinatorics. Research Group: Combinatorics Email: I.Leader@dpmms.cam.ac.uk Telephone: 01223 765902 Personal homepage: https://www.dpmms.cam.ac.uk/~ibl10

• Extremal Combinatorics
• Ramsey Theory
• Combinatorial Number Theory
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Professor Kay O'Halloran serves as Chair Professor and Head of Department of Communication and Media within the School of the Arts at the University of Liverpool since August 2019. She concurrently holds the position of Co-Director for the Digital Media and Society Institute (DMSI), demonstrating significant leadership across academic and research domains. Her career spans prestigious institutions including Curtin University (2013-2019) and National University of Singapore (1998-2013), where she directed the Multimodal Analysis Lab and served as Deputy Director of the Interactive & Digital Media Institute. PhD from Murdoch University (1996) Postdoctoral position at Martin Luther University (1997-1998) Visiting Distinguished Professor at Shanghai Jiaotong University (2017-2020) Professor O'Halloran's research focuses on multimodal discourse analysis, particularly the interaction of language with visual and mathematical resources. Her pioneering work in systemic functional multimodal discourse analysis (SF-MDA) has significantly impacted mathematics education and digital communication studies. Current research emphasizes digital tools for multimodal analysis and mixed methods approaches to big data analytics, addressing contemporary challenges in misinformation and public health communication. Her recent publications reveal strong thematic concentration in pandemic-related communication analysis, misinformation resistance mechanisms, and multimodal argumentation across social and cultural contexts. The 15 most recent articles demonstrate consistent application of multimodal frameworks to urgent societal issues including public health crises, political discourse, and digital literacy challenges. Founding editor of Routledge Studies in Multimodality book series (57+ volumes) Over 150 publications in leading international journals 50+ plenary/keynote presentations globally Competitive funding from National Research Foundation, MOE Singapore, US Air Force, ARC, NHMRC, and others Professor O'Halloran has directed interdisciplinary research teams comprising social scientists, computer scientists, and designers. Her leadership extends to developing commercial multimodal analysis software (Multimodal Analysis Image and Video) adopted internationally. Current projects include Eurovision 2023 wellbeing evaluation and COVID-19 misinformation immunity development, demonstrating continued relevance to contemporary societal challenges.

• Multimodal Discourse Analysis
• Systemic Functional Linguistics
• Digital Humanities
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Walter Armbrust is a Professor of Modern Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies and St Antony's College. His research focuses on the intersection of mass media, popular culture, and political dynamics in the Middle East, with a particular emphasis on Egypt. Key research areas: Mass media, popular culture, revolutions, anthropology, neoliberalism Current projects: Cultural analysis of post-Mubarak Egypt and historical studies of new media in Egypt (1919-1975) Armbrust explores how media and cultural production reflect and shape political movements, including the January 25th Revolution. His work spans film, television, literature, and digital platforms, emphasizing the role of symbolic narratives in societal change. Recent publications analyze counter-revolutionary dynamics, neoliberalism, and Islamic cultural representation. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on topics including popular culture, social anthropology, and mass media in the Middle East. His academic contributions are linked to Oxford's Middle East Centre and interdisciplinary collaborations.

• Modern Middle Eastern Studies
• Mass Media
• Popular Culture
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Dr. Khaldoun H. Shami is a Lecturer in Documentary Film at the School of Media, Language and Communication Studies, within the School of Art, Media and American Studies at the University of East Anglia (UEA), Norwich, UK. He is actively involved in research, teaching, and academic event organization, and is currently accepting PhD students. Education: PhD in Film, Television and Media, University of East Anglia MA in Documentary Practice, Brunel University London Master of Communication in Screen Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia Diploma in Leadership for Media, United Nations University, Tokyo His research focuses on Middle Eastern documentaries and TV news, with a strong emphasis on secularism, minority representation, censorship, and industrial challenges in media production. He specializes in ethnographic documentary, cinéma vérité, militant cinema, and alternative radio, contributing to broader discourse in media studies and film theory. His work explores how media shapes identity, resistance, and public discourse in politically sensitive contexts. Dr. Shami is the director of the documentary Secular | Aa'La'Ma'Ni (2024), which presents filmmaker perspectives from Lebanon, Tunisia, Jordan, and Palestine on religion, sectarianism, and censorship. His research contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the area of quality education and inclusive media representation. Scientific Awards: Vice-Governor of Jakarta Award in Relief (2008) USIM Film Award - Documentary, Kuala Lumpur (2009) University of Jordan Excellence Award in Community Service (2005) Dr. Shami has been actively involved in academic and public engagement, serving as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Political Ideologies and as a Community Radio Consultant for Japan Platform JPF. He has organized and participated in numerous events, including the International Symposium on Media and the Middle East, focusing on resistance, activism, and visual stereotypes. He also contributes to public film screenings and academic forums, such as the Al Jazeera Forum for Journalism Faculties in the Arab World. He is a member of the Research and Symposium Committee for Media and the Middle East at UEA, collaborating with scholars internationally. His work bridges academic research with practical filmmaking and community outreach, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on media, religion, and society.

• Documentary Film
• Secularism
• Minorities
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Annouchka Bayley is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, specializing in posthuman pedagogy, new materialist philosophies, and artistic research methodologies. She chairs the Arts and Creativities Research Group and previously directed the Arts, Creativities and Education MPhil programme (2021-24) and led the Doctoral Research Training Programme. PhD from University of Warwick BA Hons from SOAS MRes from University of Warwick Her research explores: Posthuman and new materialist approaches to education Decolonial epistemologies for educational development Postqualitative research practices in higher education Digital pedagogy and augmented reality applications Embodied and affective learning methodologies Recent publications examine diffractive knowledge production, digital materiality, and postpandemic educational futures. Key collaborative works include: Diffracting New Materialisms (2023, Palgrave Macmillan) Posthuman Pedagogy (2018, Parallax journal) Current teaching focuses on: Postgraduate courses in Arts, Creativities and Education Doctoral research training Advanced research methods Labs/Teams: Arts and Creativities Research Group CRiCLE Network (Creativities in Education) Diffractive Methodologies Collective

• Posthumanism
• New Materialism
• Arts-Based Educational Research
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Dr. Simon A. Morrison is a Senior Lecturer in the Division of Communication, Screen & Performance within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Chester. He serves as Programme Leader for the Music Journalism degree, which he helped design, build and deliver from its first cohort in 2014. With 25 years of experience as a writer, broadcaster, and academic, Morrison brings extensive industry knowledge to his teaching and research, having worked as a music journalist reporting from locations worldwide including Beijing, Brazil, Moscow, and Marrakech. Dr. Morrison holds a PhD from the University of Leeds (completed 2018), an MA from the University of Manchester (1995-1997), and a BA Hons from the University of Manchester (1989-1992). Prior to his position at Chester, he worked as an Associate Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University (2012-2014) and as a Visiting Lecturer at Leeds University (2011-2013). His academic journey follows a substantial career in media where he presented TV for Rapture TV, hosted radio shows in Ibiza, produced and presented for Kiss Radio, and appeared on BBC Breakfast and BBC 5 Live. Dr. Morrison's research centers on the intersection of words and music , with particular focus on Popular Music , Musico-Literary Intermediality , and Electronic Dance Music Culture . His work explores how music subcultures, particularly rave and dance music scenes, are represented in literature and journalism. He examines the connections between different countercultural movements, notably drawing parallels between the Beat Generation writers and contemporary 'Chemical Generation' authors who write about club culture. His research also investigates the relationship between music journalism and subcultural movements across different historical periods. His recent publications reveal a clear trajectory connecting historical dance music developments across continents and eras. Morrison's work traces the evolution of electronic dance music from its American roots in Chicago and Detroit through its transatlantic journey to Europe and back again, examining how cultural exchange shaped musical innovation. His analyses of Pink Floyd demonstrate how rock bands interact with media landscapes, while his investigations of music journalism document the changing nature of music criticism in digital eras. The recurring theme across his scholarship is the examination of how subcultural experiences are translated into written form, whether through journalism, fiction, or academic analysis. Dr. Morrison actively supervises undergraduate dissertation projects and Negotiated Study production projects across all three years of undergraduate study. He has successfully supervised an MRes project to completion and examined PhDs (including one internal and two external, one being an Australian PhD by Artefact & Exegesis). He has served as an External Examiner for Music Journalism programs at Southampton Solent University (2016-2019) and BIMM London, Birmingham and Manchester (2016-2020). His teaching spans modules including Introduction to Journalism, Live Journalism, Dancing About Architecture: Popular Music Media, Histories and Technologies, The Cultural Politics of Music Journalism, The Politics of Social Media, Magazine Publishing and Music PR and Promotional Writing.

• Popular Music
• Musico-Literary Intermediality
• Electronic Dance Music Culture
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Professor Phil Clark is a Professor of International Politics at SOAS University of London, specializing in conflict and post-conflict issues with a focus on transitional justice, peacebuilding, and reconciliation after mass atrocity in Rwanda, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Burundi. He holds a DPhil in Politics from the University of Oxford, where he studied as a Rhodes Scholar, and a Bachelor of International Studies from Flinders University. His research focuses on international, national, and community-based responses to mass violence in Central Africa, particularly examining the gacaca community courts in post-genocide Rwanda and the International Criminal Court (ICC). Professor Clark has advised multiple governments (Danish, Sudanese, Swedish, Ugandan, and UK), international organizations (ICC, International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda), and NGOs (Human Rights Watch, Crisis Group) on conflict issues in Africa. Professor Clark's work spans several key areas including the History, Politics and Law of the African Great Lakes; Transitional Justice Theory and Practice; the Politics of Violence; Community-Based and Customary Law; Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation; the Politics of International Criminal Justice; Peacebuilding, Security and Post-Conflict Reconstruction; and Moral and Political Philosophy. His approach often combines theoretical analysis with practical fieldwork in post-conflict societies. His publications reveal a consistent focus on the tension between international legal frameworks and local justice mechanisms, particularly examining how post-genocide societies navigate complex reconciliation processes. Over time, his work has evolved from documenting specific cases (like the gacaca courts) to analyzing broader patterns of transitional justice and international criminal law across the African continent. Shortlisted for the Raphael Lemkin Award for best book on genocide and mass violence (for "Distant Justice: The Impact of the International Criminal Court on African Politics") Regular contributor to major media outlets including The New York Times, Foreign Affairs, Washington Post, The Guardian, and BBC Frequent media commentator on international news networks including BBC, France 24, Al Jazeera, CNN, and Deutsche Welle Professor Clark has supervised multiple PhD students working on topics related to conflict analysis, women's access to transitional justice, China-Africa relations, and conflict transformation. His current research includes "Intergenerational Justice in Eastern Africa" and "Reframing Justice after Atrocity," which examines justice interactions beyond the linear international-to-national transmission of norms and practices. He has led significant research projects, including serving as technical advisor and co-author of a 2007 UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights project surveying popular perceptions of transitional justice and peacebuilding in northern Uganda. His ongoing work continues to shape academic and policy discussions about justice mechanisms in post-conflict societies.

• Conflict and Post-Conflict Issues
• Transitional Justice
• Peacebuilding
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Sarah Harper is the Clore Professor of Gerontology at the University of Oxford and Director of the Oxford Institute of Population Ageing. She was appointed a CBE in 2018 for services to Demography and serves as Chair of HelpAge International. Professor Harper has held numerous influential positions including serving on the Prime Minister's Council for Science and Technology and as Director of the Royal Institution of Great Britain. Her educational background includes an MA from Cambridge and a DPhil from Oxford. Prior to her academic career, she trained with the BBC as a News and Current Affairs Reporter and Producer. She subsequently held academic positions at the University of London and the University of Chicago before returning to Oxford to found the Oxford Institute of Population Ageing. Professor Harper's research focuses on demographic change, particularly the implications of falling fertility and increasing life expectancy. Her work examines life course factors in healthy ageing, social and economic drivers of health and well-being, with emphasis on life transitions. She has conducted significant research on eldercare in China, fertility patterns in sub-Saharan Africa (revealing that ideal family size remains high despite girls' education), and demographic changes in Vietnam and Myanmar affecting agricultural production and food security. Her publication record demonstrates consistent focus on global demographic trends, with recent work increasingly addressing the intersection of population change with environmental challenges. She has authored influential books including 'How Population Change Will Transform Our World' (Oxford University Press, 2016) and is working on a new book for Cambridge University Press on Population and Environmental Change. Scientific Awards and Honors CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 2018 for services to Demography Royal Society for Public Health: Arts and Health Research Award (2011) Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences Fellow of the Royal Anthropology Institute Professor Harper has supervised numerous PhD students across diverse topics from biodiversity conservation in Southeast Asia to intergenerational solidarity in Turkey. Her advisory work extends globally, having served on the Scientific Advisory Board of Natural England, the Royal Society's Working Group on Population and Environment, and as an advisor to governments including the UK, Malaysia, Singapore, and the European Commission. She has received research funding from organizations including the US National Institutes of Health, which supported the founding of the Oxford Institute of Population Ageing. As Director of the Oxford Institute of Population Ageing, Professor Harper leads a multidisciplinary team examining demographic trends and their societal implications. The Institute serves as a hub for international collaboration on ageing research, working with organizations including Population Europe and the International Association of Research Universities. She also serves as founding editor of the Journal of Population Ageing and editor of the Handbook of Ageing and Public Policy.

• Demography
• Gerontology
• Population Ageing
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Ashley M R Montanaro is a Professor of Quantum Computation at the School of Mathematics, University of Bristol . Active in quantum computing research since at least 2014, they lead projects at the intersection of quantum algorithms , computational complexity , and quantum information theory , affiliated with the Bristol Quantum Information Institute. Research interests focus on quantum algorithm design , computational complexity analysis , and quantum simulation . Key work includes developing variational quantum algorithms for phase transition detection, Hamiltonian simulation techniques, and quantum-classical hybrid methods for solving complex problems in physics and optimization. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in: Quantum phase diagram simulation with low-depth circuits Quantum speedups for constraint satisfaction problems Quantum communication complexity of machine learning tasks Quantum-enhanced optimization heuristics Hamiltonian simulation with time-dependent product formulas Quantum algorithm complexity analysis Scientific awards include: EPSRC Fellowship (2014-2019) - "New insights in quantum algorithms and complexity" Active in quantum software development through projects like: "Quantum Algorithms from Foundations to Applications" (ERC-2018-COG) "Quantum Computing and Simulation Hub" (2019-2024) "Prosperity Partnership in Quantum Software" (2019-2023)

• Quantum Computation
• Quantum Algorithms
• Computational Complexity
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Professor Hye-Kyung Lee is Professor of Cultural Policy at King's College London's Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries. She obtained her PhD from the University of Warwick and specializes in state policies for culture, arts, and creative industries, with particular expertise in Korean cultural policy and East Asian cultural flows. Her research examines institutional frameworks of cultural policy, de-Westernization of cultural policy paradigms, and new justifications for cultural subsidies. Current investigations focus on the impact of generative AI on cultural labor and creativity. Professor Lee recently led the UK-Japan collaborative project 'Sustainable Cultural Futures' examining digital transformations in the cultural sector. Recent publications analyze venture capital approaches in cultural industries, pandemic-era cultural policy responses across East Asia, and the reformulation of cultural work in the AI era. Her extensive body of work includes foundational studies of the Korean Wave's policy implications and comparative analyses of creative industries governance. Professor Lee teaches cultural policy and creative industries courses in CMCI's BA and MA programs and welcomes PhD candidates researching cultural policy, creative industries, and cultural labor.

• Cultural Policy
• Creative Industries
• Korean Cultural Policy
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Dr. Claudia Fernandez Martin is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in Chemical Engineering at the University of Aberdeen, School of Engineering. She is actively involved in research and teaching, with a focus on carbon capture technologies and sustainable materials. She serves as Coordinator of Level 5 and Coordinator of the Environmental & Biodiversity Theme in the School of Engineering, and as Champion of the Circular Economy Theme at the Centre for Energy Transition. Dr. Fernandez Martin's educational background includes: PhD in "Microporous adsorbents from organic polymers. Application in precombustion CO 2 capture processes" (2011) from the University of Oviedo, Spain (Summa Cum Laude) MSc in Research in Technology, Diversification, Quality and Energy Saving (2009) from the University of Oviedo, Spain MEng in Environmental Sciences, 1st Class (2000-2005) from the University of Granada, Spain Her research interests focus on materials and gas separation processes for carbon capture, including the synthesis of advanced materials for CO 2 capture, characterization of adsorbents, enhancement of CO 2 recovery through novel regeneration technologies, and recycling of polymeric waste. She has developed expertise in microwave-assisted technologies for carbon capture intensification and plastic waste conversion into valuable materials. Dr. Fernandez Martin's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable solutions for carbon capture and waste valorization. Her work spans from developing novel adsorbents from waste materials to exploring microwave-assisted processes for more energy-efficient carbon capture. She has made significant contributions to understanding transfer hydrogenation of CO 2 and the conversion of plastic waste into functional materials for environmental applications. Her scientific achievements have been recognized through several awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE) - 2020 Santander Mobility Award - 2017 ETP-PECRE Award - 2017 Santander Mobility Award - 2016 PhD Scholarship 'JAE-PreDoc' funded by the Spanish Research Council (CSIC) - 2007-2011 As an educator, Dr. Fernandez Martin teaches courses including Environmental Engineering (EA4027), Air & Water Pollution Control (EX501U), and supervises individual and group design projects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. She is also the General Secretary of AMPERE (Association for Microwave Power in Europe for Research and Education), highlighting her leadership in microwave research applications. She actively supervises PhD students and welcomes new PhD candidates interested in her research areas, particularly in engineering with a focus on carbon capture, sustainable materials, and waste valorization technologies.

• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
• Materials Science for Gas Separation
• CO2 Capture Technologies
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