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• Environmental Economics
• Climate Policy
• Environmental Crime
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Prof. Timo Goeschl is a Professor of Environmental Economics at Heidelberg University's Department of Economics (Alfred Weber Institute), Director of the Research Center for Environmental Economics, and a board member of the Heidelberg Center for the Environment. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and has held roles at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Cambridge, and University College London. His research focuses on environmental policy, climate change, and socio-ecological systems. He advises organizations like the World Bank and OECD and serves on editorial boards of leading journals. Education: PhD in Economics, University of Cambridge MSc/BA from University of Notre Dame and University of Innsbruck Research Interests: Environmental Economics, Climate Policy, Environmental Crime, and Geoengineering. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy design, emphasizing behavioral insights and institutional mechanisms. Recent Articles: Focus on behavioral responses to energy efficiency subsidies, hyperlocal climate data, and compliance mechanisms in environmental regulations. Themes include public goods provision, social risk perception, and policy design under uncertainty. Awards: Marsilius-Fellowships Fulbright-Schuman Fellowship Austrian Academy of Sciences scholarship Outstanding Graduate Award (1995) Grants/Consulting: Coordinated projects on environmental crime, climate mitigation, and geoengineering. Advised global institutions like the World Bank and German Parliament. Editorial roles include Environmental and Resource Economics and Journal of Economic Behavior and Organization . Labs/Teams: Leads the Research Center for Environmental Economics and collaborates with the Heidelberg Center for the Environment and ZEW Mannheim.

• General Psychology
• Psychobiology
• Psychometrics
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Carla Canestrari is an Associate Professor of General Psychology at the Department of Education, Cultural Heritage and Tourism Sciences, University of Macerata. She obtained her PhD in Communication Psychology and Dialogic Techniques (2005) and a three-year postdoctoral research grant in General Psychology at the same institution. She has held roles including Teaching Delegate at her department and is currently a member of the University Quality Committee and the PhD program boards in 'Education, Cultural Heritage and Territories' and 'Human Sciences'. Her research focuses on humor studies, cognitive processes in verbal irony, and applications of humor in healthcare (e.g., clown doctors). She coordinates the interdepartmental research center 'János Sándor Petöfi' for Communication Psychology and Text Semiotics. Notable contributions include validating humor-related scales (e.g., PhoPhiKat-30) and investigating gelotophobia's role in cyberbullying and parenting dynamics. Canestrari serves on editorial boards of journals like RISU , International Journal of Emotional Education , and Humanities and Social Sciences Communication . She has reviewed for Frontiers in Psychology , Current Psychology , and others. Her work includes studying humor's role in medical contexts, cognitive therapy, and insight problem-solving pleasures. Key collaborations include research stays at Youngstown State University (USA) under Prof. Salvatore Attardo. She has secured grants for projects like 'DEVICES' (Vietnam/Cambodia education) and 'Thinking in Opposites to Improve Creativity'. Recent work addresses humor's impact in clown medicine, pandemic healthcare worker stress, and cross-cultural humor measurement.

• Clinical Psychology
• Health Psychology
• Forgiveness Psychology
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María Prieto Ursúa is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the Universidad Pontificia Comillas, part of the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences. She has held roles such as Coordinator of Bachelor’s Final Year Projects, Tutor for first-year Psychology students, and Director of the Psychology Department (2007-2013). Her research focuses on clinical psychology (e.g., addiction, youth psychopathy) and health psychology (stress, forgiveness, palliative care). She coordinates the doctoral program 'Individual, Family, and Society' (2013-2016) and has authored over 100 publications. Recognized for her work on forgiveness psychology, she has published books like Perdón y Salud (2017) and Psicología y Ejercicios Espirituales (2021). Her research integrates clinical practice with spiritual and ethical frameworks. Education: PhD in Philosophy and Letters, Universidad Pontificia Comillas Research Interests: Forgiveness psychology, reconciliation processes in post-conflict societies (e.g., Rwanda), clinical interventions for sexual offenders, and work-related stress in educators. Her work blends quantitative studies (e.g., validation of scales like PNCQS) and qualitative analyses (e.g., caregiver experiences during the pandemic). Advising & Grants: Directed multiple doctoral theses, held FPI research grants (1990-1993), and contributed to projects on palliative care quality and genocide reconciliation. Her work intersects with healthcare ethics, religious influences, and psychological well-being. Labs/Teams: Active in research groups on clinical and health psychology, collaborating with institutions like Uninpsi and Betania Centro de Psicología. Coordinates interdisciplinary initiatives linking psychology with spirituality and education.

Marcos ZampieriView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computational Linguistics
• Natural Language Processing (NLP)
• Machine Learning
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Marcos Zampieri is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Sciences and Technology at George Mason University's School of Computing. He holds a PhD from Saarland University, where he was affiliated with the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI). His research focuses on computational linguistics and natural language processing (NLP), emphasizing robust NLP system development through large-scale text analysis from diverse sources like social media and news. Key research areas include multilingual benchmarking for code generation (e.g., mHumanEval), offensive language detection across languages, and lexical simplification (ALEXSIS-PT). He has co-edited influential volumes such as Similar Languages, Varieties, and Dialects: A Computational Perspective . Over 100 peer-reviewed publications and multiple conference proceedings underscore his prolific output. Recent work explores ethical implications of AI in education, cross-lingual NLP challenges, and leveraging large language models (LLMs) for tasks like mental health analysis and educational tools. Collaborations include projects on code-mixed emotion detection (EmoMix-3L) and privacy-preserving offensive language identification via federated learning. Zampieri advises on shared tasks like the BEA 2024 Lexical Simplification Pipeline and leads workshops such as VarDial. His datasets (e.g., Sold for Sinhala offensive language) and benchmark frameworks have become industry standards. Despite no explicitly listed grants or labs, his work spans interdisciplinary collaborations in computing, linguistics, and healthcare.

Carolin DempkiView profile

Researcher

• Diversity-sensitive Promotion
• Educational Research
• Teacher Training
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Dr. Carolin Dempki is a Science Manager at the Bielefeld School of Education (BiSEd) at Bielefeld University, focusing on supporting doctoral candidates and postdocs with teaching backgrounds. She leads the BiSEd Graduate Network and manages diversity-sensitive programs, such as the biprofessional graduate program iRd and the Quality Offensive Teacher Training. Her work emphasizes promoting young talent through inclusive strategies and advancing teacher training in democratic-political education. Previously, she held research roles at the University of Cologne and Bielefeld University, specializing in economic education and social science didactics. She earned her Dr. phil. in History and Sociology from Bielefeld University and completed teacher training at the University of Siegen. Her research interests include photography as a research method, emotionally sensitive education, and language-sensitive social science education. Education: Doctorate (Dr. phil.) in History and Sociology, Bielefeld Graduate School in History and Sociology (2009–2013) Teacher Training in German and Social Sciences, University of Siegen (2004–2008) Key Roles: Head of the BiSEd Graduate Network Spokesperson of the DiNa-AG (Diversity Audit project) Coordinator of the Quality Offensive Teacher Training (2016–2023) Research Focus: Diversity-sensitive academic promotion, democratic-political teacher training, subject-didactic methodology, and the integration of photography in education. Advising & Grants: Provides academic guidance to teachers and doctoral students via the BiSEd Graduate Network. Works on grants and initiatives supporting educational equity and professional development. Labs/Teams: Part of the BiSEd leadership team and affiliated with the Bielefeld Graduate School in History and Sociology.

Shawn BoyneView profile

Professor

• Comparative Criminal Procedure
• Cybercrime
• Counterterrorism
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Shawn Boyne is a Professor and Associate Vice Chancellor overseeing the Business Department, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education (HSSE) departments, and the Early Childhood Development Center at the University of Minnesota Crookston. He holds a J.D., Ph.D., LLM, and MBA, with academic credentials from institutions like the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Giessen University in Germany. His research focuses on comparative criminal procedure, cybercrime, counterterrorism, and legal systems. Notable works include analyses of German and U.S. legal frameworks, drone law, and data protection. He has been recognized with awards such as the American Council on Education Fellowship and the IUPUI Trustee's Teaching Award. Boyne previously served as a prosecutor and defense attorney in New Mexico, taught at Indiana University's Robert H. McKinney School of Law, and held administrative roles at Iowa State University and the University of Illinois-Springfield. His administrative work emphasizes academic quality, undergraduate education, and institutional collaboration. He actively engages in interdisciplinary initiatives, including a recent charrette workshop with the Duluth campus, and advocates for diversity in the legal profession. His publications span law reviews, comparative law journals, and edited volumes on topics ranging from whistleblowing to juvenile justice.

Torbjørn SkardhamarView profile

Professor

• Criminology
• Criminal Careers
• Substance Use Disorders
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Torbjørn Skardhamar is a Professor at the University of Oslo's Department of Sociology and Social Geography. His research focuses on criminology, criminal careers, substance use disorders, and public health. He has conducted extensive studies on desistance from crime, the impact of life-course transitions (e.g., employment, marriage, parenthood), and policy evaluations regarding nightlife violence and prison reforms. Notable collaborations include projects like PriSUD and WOMPRIS, addressing substance use among incarcerated populations and women's health post-release. Skardhamar’s work often employs register-based data and longitudinal analyses, emphasizing evidence-based policy recommendations. Recent publications include studies on vulnerable urban areas, mortality among incarcerated women, and the effects of environmental factors (e.g., weather) on crime. He has contributed to debates on open-access publishing standards, advocating for robust peer-review systems. His expertise spans criminal justice policy, socioeconomic disparities, and interdisciplinary approaches to crime reduction.

Nathan HallView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Hate Crime
• Criminal Justice Responses
• Policing
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Nathan Hall is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology and Criminology and Programme Lead for the BSc in Psychology and Criminology at King's College London's Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience. His work focuses on hate crime, criminal justice responses, and policy development across international, national, and local levels. He advises organizations such as the Council of Europe, National Police Chiefs’ Council, and the Crown Prosecution Service, contributing to hate crime policy and practice. His research examines policing strategies, criminal justice system dynamics, and the motivations behind hate offenses. He emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address societal challenges through psychological and criminological frameworks. Nathan leads academic initiatives in quality assurance, curriculum design, and enhancing student experiences. He chairs the Wessex Hate Crime Scrutiny Panel and serves on multiple expert groups addressing community tensions, human rights, and hate crime mitigation. Professional memberships include the British Society of Criminology Hate Crime Network, Council of Europe Committees, and the ACRO Governance Board. His advisory roles reflect a commitment to bridging academic research with real-world policy impact.

Kenny YangView profile

Research Fellow

• Criminal Law
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• Legal Education
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Dr. Kenny Yang serves as an Honorary Fellow at The University of Western Australia Law School while holding dual appointments in Singapore's Attorney-General's Chambers as Deputy Head of the School of Legal Knowledge and Deputy Public Prosecutor. He concurrently acts as Adjunct Faculty at Singapore Management University and Associate Mediator at the Singapore Mediation Centre. His academic credentials include: Doctor of Juridical Science from The University of Western Australia Master of Laws (Distinction) from Australian National University Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) from Murdoch University Yang's research centers on criminal law jurisprudence, particularly Singapore's drug trafficking frameworks, prosecutorial disclosure obligations, and comparative criminal justice systems. His recent work examines legal education innovation through international study tours and analyzes culpability delineation in narcotics offenses, reflecting deep engagement with Commonwealth legal traditions and UN Sustainable Development Goals for quality education. Professional recognition includes: Graduate Research School Travel Award (2020) SGUnited Grant (2020) Australian Research Training Scholarship (2019) Vice-Chancellor’s Commendation for Academic Excellence (2012) As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy admitted to multiple Commonwealth courts, Yang actively supervises PhD candidates while bridging academic scholarship with frontline prosecution work across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore.

• Criminology
• Restorative Justice
• Sexual Offending
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Kelly Richards is a part-time academic at the Faculty of Law, Queensland University of Technology , with a focus on Criminology , Restorative Justice , and Sexual Offending . Her work spans Youth Justice , Indigenous Justice , and Online Fraud , often examining community-based interventions like Circles of Support and Accountability (CoSA) for offender reintegration and victim empowerment. Her research explores: Sexual Offending (desistance, public perceptions, CoSA efficacy) Indigenous Justice Programs (cultural competency, post-release support) Online Fraud (victim blaming, reporting barriers) Youth Justice (therapeutic jurisprudence, judicial decision-making) She has contributed to policy development through submissions to commissions and inquiries, emphasizing community safety , victim-centered approaches , and systemic reforms . Her recent publications highlight trends in LGBTQIA+ offender reintegration , child-like sex dolls in court cases , and Indigenous stakeholder perspectives on CoSA . While no scientific awards are listed, her work is widely cited and engages with interdisciplinary audiences.

• Criminal Law
• Legal Defense Strategies
• Indigent Legal Services
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Matthew Alpern is the Director of Quality Enhancement for Criminal Defense Trials at the New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services. He holds a B.A. from Emory University and a J.D. from George Washington University. Currently, he also serves on the faculty of the Monroe County Public Defender Office's Western New York Advanced Trial Skills Program and as a guest lecturer for the Oneida County Public Defender Office's Trial Academy and Assigned Counsel School. Alpern’s career has focused on criminal defense representation, particularly in high-stakes cases such as homicides, sexual assaults, and capital offenses. He previously served as Deputy Chief of the Trial Division at the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia, a Deputy Capital Defender in New York State, and a trial attorney with the Albany County Office of the Alternate Public Defender. His expertise spans factual investigation, mitigation evidence development, and trial strategy in capital cases. His professional contributions emphasize enhancing the quality of indigent legal services and training the next generation of defense attorneys through advanced trial skills programs. He has dedicated over three decades to advocating for equitable legal representation for underprivileged clients.

• Physical Education
• Sports Science
• Basketball
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Yuriy Igorevich Dudnik serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Physical Culture, Olympic and Non-Olympic Sports within the Management of Physical Culture and Sports faculty at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University. With academic qualifications including a Master of Physical Education and Sports, he has been actively contributing to the university since 2006. Zaporizhzhia National University, 2003: Specialty 'Physical Education', qualification as trainer-teacher Zaporizhzhia National University, 2011: Specialty 'Physical Education', qualification as Master of Physical Education and Sports, Head of Physical Education, Lecturer at Universities and Higher Educational Institutions Dudnik specializes in physical education and sports in higher education institutions, with research focusing on basketball training methodologies, physical fitness development, adaptive physical education for students with disabilities, and sports performance metrics. His work demonstrates a strong emphasis on practical applications of physical education theory in university settings, particularly examining how physical activities impact cognitive development and overall student wellness. His publication record from 2017-2021 reveals a consistent research trajectory in sports science, with particular attention to basketball training, physical fitness assessment methodologies, and inclusive physical education practices. Dudnik's research often addresses practical challenges in university physical education programs, with applications for both general student populations and specialized groups. Candidate for Master of Sports of Ukraine in basketball Certificate of Honor from Zaporizhzhia Regional Department of Physical Culture and Sports (2016) Gratitude from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine (2015) Certificate of Honor from the Department of Sports, Family and Youth of Zaporizhzhia City Council (2021) Dudnik serves as the responsible person for Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University's basketball team competing in the Ukrainian Superliga Championship, head of a volunteer group servicing Superliga matches, and consultant coach in the university's gym. He has developed work programs for disciplines including 'Innovative technologies for the development of physical qualities and sports improvement (basketball team)' and 'Physical education (fitness, basketball)'.

• Intellectual Disability
• Physical Activity
• Exercise Science
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Josep Cabedo Sanromà is a Full Professor in the Department of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences and Sports Management at the Faculty of Psychology, Educational Sciences and Sports Blanquerna, Universitat Ramon Llull. His extensive research career spans intellectual disability, aging, physical activity, water polo performance analysis, and dance therapy for vulnerable populations. As a leading researcher in his field, he directs and participates in multiple significant research projects addressing critical health and sports science questions. Dr. Cabedo Sanromà's primary research interests focus on intellectual disability and exercise science, particularly examining how physical activity impacts aging populations with intellectual disabilities. His work with the IDEA study investigates cardiovascular and vascular modifications due to physical exercise in older adults with intellectual disabilities. He also conducts significant research in water polo performance analysis, examining positional effectiveness in numerical inequality situations. Additionally, his work explores creative dance therapy for Alzheimer's patients and motivational factors in charity sport events. His recent publications reveal a strong interdisciplinary approach combining exercise physiology, gerontology, and psychology. The research demonstrates consistent focus on vulnerable populations (individuals with intellectual disabilities, elderly, Alzheimer's patients) and performance analysis in water polo. His work often employs observational methodology, with significant use of statistical analysis including Chi-square tests. Dr. Cabedo Sanromà leads substantial research funding, most notably the SAFE project (Health, Physical Activity and Sport) funded by AGAUR (2022-2025), with a budget covering three and a half years of research. He collaborates extensively with researchers across multiple disciplines including psychology, medicine, and sports science, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary research capabilities. His work has significant practical applications for improving quality of life through physical activity interventions tailored to specific populations.

Laura Delitala-MöllerView profile

Researcher

• Aesthetic Education
• Art Education
• Performative Pedagogy
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Laura Delitala-Möller is an Art Educator MA and systemic educator (DGsP) affiliated with the Saar Academy of Fine Arts (HBKsaar), where she coordinates the LÄB (Learning Workshop for Aesthetic Education). She also maintains collaborative relationships with the Saar Academy of Music (HfM Saar) and Saarland University through the SaLUt project. Previously serving as a research assistant from 2016-2023 in the federally funded 'Quality Offensive for Teacher Training' initiative, she now teaches courses on performative art education, systemic approaches to aesthetic education, and aesthetic dimensions of learning in primary schools. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, focusing on how artistic processes can create inclusive educational environments. Dr. Delitala-Möller's research centers on the intersection of aesthetic education, performative pedagogy, and heterogeneity. She explores how systemic educational approaches can be integrated with artistic methods to create learning environments that celebrate diversity rather than merely accommodate it. Her work emphasizes the potential of aesthetic education to initiate synergistic learning processes that engage affective, cognitive, volitional, and psychomotor dimensions simultaneously. This approach proves particularly valuable for developing professional competence in handling heterogeneity and individualization in educational settings. Her publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly contribution to the field of aesthetic education, with a particular focus on performative pedagogy and inclusive teaching methods. The articles reveal an evolving research trajectory that increasingly integrates systemic theory with practical educational applications. Her work shows strong connections between theoretical exploration and practical implementation, with many publications emerging from the development and evaluation of specific teaching formats and workshop models. Dr. Delitala-Möller has been actively involved in developing and evaluating innovative teaching formats through the SaLUt project. Her work includes creating interdisciplinary course offerings that connect art, music, and movement education to address heterogeneity in teacher training. She has developed specific workshop models like 'Die Schatzkiste' (The Treasure Chest) and 'Werkstatt Musikgeschichte' (Music History Workshop) that provide concrete frameworks for inclusive aesthetic education. As coordinator of the LÄB, Dr. Delitala-Möller oversees a dedicated space for aesthetic education research and practice. The LÄB functions as a flexible environment that serves as workshop, studio, laboratory, and seminar room, supporting diverse aesthetic learning processes. This space embodies her theoretical framework of 'Performativ Pädagogik' and provides a practical setting for exploring how artistic thinking, constructivist theory, and systemic pedagogy can work together to address educational heterogeneity.

• Criminal Law
• Corporate Criminal Liability
• Sports Corruption
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Maria Soledad Gil Nobajas is an Assistant Professor in the Public Law Department at the Faculty of Law, University of Deusto, Spain. She specializes in Criminal Law with particular expertise in corporate criminal liability, sports corruption, drug-related crimes, and labor exploitation. Her academic career spans over 15 years with continuous research output and active participation in national and international scholarly activities. Her educational background includes a doctoral degree with an extraordinary award ("Premio extraordinario Ignacio Ellacuría") for her thesis. She is accredited as Assistant Professor by ANECA (National Agency for Quality Assessment and Accreditation) and holds accreditation as a Private University Professor. Professor Gil Nobajas's research focuses on the intersection of Spanish Criminal Law with European legal frameworks and transnational crime issues. Her work critically examines corporate criminal liability mechanisms, particularly analyzing the implementation of Article 31 bis of the Spanish Criminal Code. She has made significant contributions to understanding sports corruption, drug trafficking legal frameworks, and labor exploitation cases, often highlighting gaps between legislative intent and judicial application. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trajectory in criminal law scholarship, with numerous articles in reputable journals and book chapters addressing contemporary challenges in criminal justice. Her work shows increasing engagement with international perspectives, as evidenced by her participation in conferences across Latin America and Asia. Premio extraordinario "Ignacio Ellacuría" for best doctoral thesis (2010-2011) Multiple Label 1 certifications for teaching guides from University of Deusto Professor Gil Nobajas actively supervises doctoral and master's students, with several theses directed in areas of corporate criminal liability, sports corruption, and drug trafficking. She serves on various academic committees including the Faculty Council and as Secretary of the Law Faculty. Her current research projects include "Derecho penal de clase" funded by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation (2023-2027) and "Constitución económica y justicia social" funded by the Basque Government (2022-2025).