Dr. hab. Robert Szwed is an Assistant Professor at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, affiliated with the Faculty of Social Sciences and Department of Media Culture. He teaches courses such as Public Opinion and Media , Public Discourse , and Research on the Influence of Media , with expertise in media psychology, agenda-setting, and European identity studies. His research focuses on public opinion dynamics, media priming, and cultural identity in post-communist societies. Education: Habilitation in Sociology of Communication, Faculty of Social Sciences, KUL (2012) PhD in Sociology, KUL (2000) MA in Sociology, KUL (1994) His recent work examines post-rationalist public opinion formation and hybrid media platforms, as seen in publications like Public Opinion in the Era of Post-Rationalism (2025) and Kryzys informacji w zmediatyzowanej sferze publicznej (2021). He has received international recognition via Erasmus (2013) and Fulbright (2007/2008) scholarships, plus national honors including the Bronze Medal for Long Service (2009). Scientific Awards: Erasmus Scholarship (2013) Fulbright Scholarship (2007/2008) Bronze Medal for Long Service (2009) National Education Commission Medal (2009) KUL Rector's Third Degree Award
C. Aujean Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of City & Metropolitan Planning at the University of Utah and a Research Affiliate at the UCLA Center for Neighborhood Knowledge. Her work sits at the intersection of urban planning, racial equity, and immigrant community development, emphasizing how planning tools can advance inclusive neighborhoods. Education PhD in Urban Planning, University of California, Los Angeles Master of Urban Planning, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Research Focus Lee’s scholarship interrogates the production of racialized spaces and disparities in housing, community institutions, and wealth. She investigates when and where socioeconomic outcomes tied to the built environment reinforce or disrupt racial inequities, especially during moments of change and upheaval. Bridging planning education and practice, her current projects examine institutional and organizational practices that can foster anti-racist, community-led change. Across her publications she explores: anti-racist planning pedagogy and student experiences community land trusts as tools for immigrant-inclusive affordable housing subprime lending, fintech, and foreclosure risks in immigrant gateway metros nonprofit roles in neighborhood planning and community organizing government responses to anti-Asian hate during COVID-19 Scientific Awards & Recognition UCLA Don T. Nakanishi Award for Outstanding Engaged Scholarship University of Oklahoma Inclusive Excellence Faculty Grant Grants & Funding Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant Community Land Trusts in Welcoming Cities: Building Inclusive Housing Models for Immigrants (2022–2024) Teaching & Mentorship Lee teaches courses on community engagement in planning, ecological planning workshops, graduate seminars, and professional internships. She has over 18 years of partnership with immigrant-serving nonprofits in Los Angeles and Oklahoma City, integrating community knowledge into the classroom and mentoring students committed to equity-centered practice.
David Micheron is a Senior Lecturer at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, affiliated with the Department of Physics and Technology. His work spans two distinct research domains: optical nanoscopy and STEM education . Micheron contributes to photonic chip development for biomedical imaging and explores pedagogical strategies for large-group physics instruction. Research Focus : Photonic chip-based super-resolution microscopy, histopathology applications, and STEM education innovations Teaching : Course development for introductory physics (FYS-0100, FYS-1002, FYS-1003) and former FYS-2008 Measurement Techniques Collaborations : Active in the Optical Nanoscopy research group and Realfagsdidaktikk i høyere utdanning (Physics Education in Higher Education) Micheron’s publications highlight advances in on-chip nanoscopy for biomedical analysis and student-active learning methodologies.
Rodrigo Castro Cornejo serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science within the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell. He also holds the position of Associate Director at the university's Center for Public Opinion and acts as co-principal investigator for the Mexican Election Study (ENEM), which forms part of the Comparative Study of Electoral Systems (CSES) international project. His research focuses on the intersection of survey methodology, public opinion formation, and political behavior. Castro Cornejo's work particularly examines how partisanship, affective polarization, and motivated reasoning shape voter attitudes and electoral decisions in democratic contexts. His scholarship also investigates clientelism, vote-buying practices, and the resilience of democratic attitudes amid rising democratic backsliding. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on Mexican electoral politics with methodological sophistication spanning experimental designs, multilevel regression modeling, and comparative survey research. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary reach across political psychology, electoral studies, and Latin American politics, with a recurring emphasis on polarization dynamics and electoral integrity. Castro Cornejo previously held positions as Assistant Professor at CIDE in Mexico City and as a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Virginia. His academic trajectory includes significant affiliation with the University of Notre Dame, where he completed his doctoral studies as a Kellogg Institute for International Studies PhD Fellow. His advising contributions center on graduate research in political methodology and Latin American politics, while his institutional leadership includes directing survey research initiatives through the Center for Public Opinion. His laboratory work primarily involves the Mexican Election Study team, which conducts methodologically rigorous comparative electoral research across multiple election cycles.
Stephen Fisher is Professor of Political Sociology at the University of Oxford's Department of Sociology and Fellow of Trinity College. As Tutor in Politics at Trinity College, he teaches undergraduate courses including Introduction to the Practice of Politics and Political Sociology (Course 220 for PPE and History & Politics), while supervising graduate research on electoral behavior and social attitudes. His research examines voting behavior, election forecasting, and public opinion dynamics, with major themes including: Climate change attitudes and policy support Ethnic minority political integration and electoral discrimination Tactical voting patterns and electoral system effects Quantitative methodology for poll analysis and forecasting Recent publications demonstrate strong cross-European focus on climate attitude politicization, mindfulness in political contexts, and longitudinal UK election analysis. Articles frequently combine survey methodology with policy-relevant insights on voting behavior and public opinion. Notable engagements include directing the UNDP's global Peoples’ Climate Vote survey, designing BBC election exit polls, and providing expert commentary for international media including CNN, Al-Jazeera, and The Guardian. He maintains the ElectionsEtc.com blog for electoral analysis.
Felix Rösel is a Professor of Economics, specializing in Urban and Regional Economics, at Braunschweig University of Technology (Technische Universität Braunschweig). He is affiliated with the Carl Friedrich Gauss Faculty and the Institute of Economics. Since April 1, 2025, he serves as Dean of Studies for Economics and holds several chair positions in various academic committees at the university. Doctorate (PhD) from TU Dresden (2017) Postdoctoral research at ifo Institute in Dresden Research fellow at TU Dresden Joined TU Braunschweig in 2021 CESifo Research Affiliate since 2020 Professor Rösel's research focuses on issues at the intersection of spatial development, public finance, and social cohesion, with particular emphasis on historical data analysis. His work spans urban and regional economics, political economy, and the long-term effects of historical events on contemporary economic and political outcomes. He frequently employs quasi-experimental methods and historical datasets to examine questions of institutional persistence, migration effects, and governance structures. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on the interplay between historical events and contemporary political and economic outcomes. Rösel frequently examines how historical shocks (such as forced migration, ethnic cleansing, or historical conflicts) shape current social, political, and economic landscapes. His work often combines economic methodology with political science questions, particularly regarding voting behavior, government structure, and policy persistence. Professor Rösel has been actively involved in significant academic service roles, serving as Dean of Studies for Economics and chairing multiple important academic committees at TU Braunschweig since April 2025. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, his extensive publication record in high-impact journals suggests successful research funding.
F. Daniel Hidalgo is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and a B.A. from Princeton University. His research focuses on political representation, electoral behavior, and quantitative methods in developing democracies, particularly in Latin America. Hidalgo has received grants from the National Science Foundation, Fulbright Program, and the Experiments in Governance and Politics Network. His work examines informal institutions, clientelism, and causal inference in electoral contexts. Education: Ph.D., Political Science, UC Berkeley; B.A., Princeton University Affiliations: MIT Department of Political Science, Experiments in Governance and Politics Network His research interests include the political economy of elections, quantitative methodologies, and the application of machine learning to political data. Recent projects explore how intermediaries influence political entrepreneurship in Brazil and the impact of voter information campaigns on accountability. Hidalgo has contributed to journals such as the American Journal of Political Science and the British Journal of Political Science. Labs/Teams: Leads a geocoding project for Brazilian polling stations, leveraging administrative data to track electoral locations over time. This work improves spatial analysis of voting behavior and political dynamics. Grants & Advising: Secured NSF and Fulbright grants for research on Latin American politics. Advises on quantitative methods and electoral behavior studies but no student names listed.
Ali Zain is an Assistant Professor in Strategic Communication at Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. His research focuses on strategic message features influencing public perception in health, science, and societal disparity contexts, employing quantitative, computational, and psychophysiological methods. Education: PhD in Mass Communications, University of South Carolina (2024) MA in Communication Sciences, Hacettepe University (2020) BS in Communication Studies, University of the Punjab (2015) Research Interests: Health and Science Communication Misinformation Dynamics AI/Machine Learning Applications Biometric Research Methods (EEG, eye-tracking) Social Media Analytics Awards & Grants: 2023 Breakthrough Graduate Scholar Award 2024 CIC Internal Grant ($4,000) 2022 AEJMC Top Student Paper Award Multiple travel grants from ICA/AEJMC Teaching: Courses include Public Relations Research, Media Research Methods, and Search Engine Research Strategies Instructor of Record since 2020 at University of South Carolina Professional Experience: Graduate Assistant/Instructor, University of South Carolina (2020-2024) Digital Media Strategist, Al-Khidmat Foundation (2016-2017) Content Editor, Daily Pakistan (2014-2016)
Kenneth Dautrich is an Associate Professor Emeritus in the School of Public Policy at the University of Connecticut. He holds a B.S. in Political Science from the University of Scranton (1985) and a Ph.D. in Political Science from Rutgers University (1994). His expertise includes survey research methods, public opinion analysis, voting behavior, and policy evaluation. He pioneered UConn’s Masters of Survey Research (MSR) program, emphasizing hands-on training in questionnaire design, data analysis, and report writing. Dr. Dautrich has conducted extensive polling work, including election polls for Time Magazine, exit polls for NBC News, and annual surveys for the First Amendment Center. He has also contributed market research insights to Fortune 500 companies, highlighting the 25 billion dollar industry’s reliance on surveys. His teaching spans political polling and market research methodologies, leveraging real-world projects to enhance student learning. He developed UConn’s online Graduate Program in Survey Research, attracting students globally. The program’s discussion forums foster diverse student collaboration. Dautrich emphasizes the evolving nature of survey research and its critical role in politics and business, noting its impact on decision-making processes.
Fred Batista is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science and Public Policy at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC). His research focuses on political behavior, electoral dynamics, gender representation, and the impact of misinformation in democracies, particularly in Brazil. He is affiliated with Fretwell 435M and reachable at fbatist1@uncc.edu. His work examines topics such as voter decision-making, the role of social media in political polarization, and the effects of crises (e.g., the pandemic) on public opinion and governance. Batista employs experimental methods and comparative analyses to study gender disparities in political participation, electoral systems, and the resilience of rumors in polarized contexts. Notable contributions include analyzing Brazil’s 2018 and 2022 elections, the effects of cash transfers on presidential approval, and the backlash faced by female politicians accused of corruption. His research often bridges electoral behavior, media studies, and public policy. Batista has no listed scientific awards but maintains an active publication record. He has not disclosed advisees or grants in the provided materials. His research frequently engages with Brazil’s political landscape, exploring themes like misinformation detection, gender quotas, and the interplay between media consumption and pandemic responses.
Matt A. Barreto is Professor of Political Science and Chicana/o & Central American Studies at UCLA, with a courtesy appointment in Public Policy at the Luskin School of Public Affairs. He joined UCLA in 2015 after serving as Professor at the University of Washington and founding director of the Washington Institute for the Study of Ethnicity and Race. Professor Barreto earned his Ph.D. in Political Science from UC Irvine in 2005. His research examines political participation patterns among racial and ethnic minorities in the United States, with particular focus on Latino politics, voting rights, and electoral behavior. He has published extensively on topics including minority mobilization, immigration politics, and racial attitudes. Barreto co-founded Latino Decisions in 2007, a leading polling firm specializing in Latino political opinion, and later established BSP Research which focuses on multiracial survey research. Analysis of recent publications shows strong emphasis on: (1) racial attitudes and political extremism surrounding the January 6th insurrection, (2) methodological innovations in measuring racially polarized voting, (3) health and environmental policy attitudes in minority communities, and (4) political consequences of immigration policies. His work consistently integrates survey methodology with substantive analysis of contemporary political issues. Professor Barreto serves as senior advisor to the White House-aligned organization Building Back Together and regularly participates in White House policy briefings. His courses cover racial and ethnic politics, Latino politics, the Voting Rights Act, American elections, and statistical methods in political science.
Lucas Leemann is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Zürich, affiliated with the Philosophische Fakultät. His research focuses on democratic institutions, representation, and data science, with a particular emphasis on direct democracy, political participation, and methodology. Leemann holds a PhD from Columbia University and has held academic positions at the University of Essex and University College London. He is the lead editor of the British Journal of Political Science and co-leads the largest online poll in Switzerland. Education: PhD in Political Science (Columbia University, 2014), lic. rer. soc. in Political Science (University of Bern, 2008). Teaching responsibilities include courses on political participation, data journalism, and computational methods. His work has been recognized with awards such as the ECPR Best Paper Prize (2020) and the Lawrence Longley Award (2015). Research interests span direct democracy’s impact on policy alignment, youth voter engagement, and innovative survey methodologies like multilevel regression with post-stratification (MrP). He has published in top journals including the American Political Science Review, Comparative Political Studies, and Political Analysis. Leemann leads the CATALYSE EU Horizon project and has secured grants totaling over CHF 800,000. His applied work includes designing surveys for media and academic collaborations, emphasizing data-driven approaches to political questions.
Mark Pickup is Professor of Political Science at Simon Fraser University, specializing in political behavior, methodology, and psychology. His research examines democratic responsiveness, political identities, and electoral forecasting through advanced longitudinal analysis. Pickup develops statistical methods for time series and panel data while studying how campaigns and crises reshape public opinion. Research domains: Polling accuracy and election forecasting Political identity and normative behavior COVID-19's impact on political attitudes He authored Introduction to Time Series (Sage, 2014) and contributes to international projects on voting behavior and democratic accountability. Pickup currently investigates how social norms shape political belief systems and the spread of misinformation during crises.
Joseph Bafumi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Government at Dartmouth College. His research focuses on electoral behavior, public opinion, campaigns, and elections, with expertise in statistical methods like Bayesian inference and multilevel modeling. He holds a B.A. and M.A. from the University of Connecticut and an M.Phil. and Ph.D. from Columbia University. B.A., University of Connecticut M.A., University of Connecticut M.Phil., Columbia University Ph.D., Columbia University His research interests span electoral processes, ideological representation, Supreme Court dynamics, and fiscal policy analysis. Bafumi has published works on voter confidence in Miami-Dade, House election forecasting, and the unusual 2010 South Carolina Senate primary. He teaches courses on the Federal Budget and Campaigns & Elections.
Chris Prosser is a Senior Lecturer (Associate Professor) in the Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy at Royal Holloway, University of London, within the School of Social Sciences and International Studies. He is an active political scientist specializing in elections, public opinion, and quantitative methods, with a strong focus on British politics and electoral behavior. He is co-director of the ESRC-funded British Election Study and leads another major project on democracy and social change in Britain from 1851 to 2024. Education: BA/BPsych in Politics, Philosophy, and Psychology, Australian National University MPhil in Politics, University of Oxford (2011) DPhil (PhD) in Politics, University of Oxford (2015) His research centers on understanding how institutional and historical contexts shape political thinking and electoral behavior. Key areas include public opinion dynamics, survey methodology, electoral registration and voter ID policies, political psychology (including personality and social identity), and statistical modeling. He previously focused on comparative electoral politics of European integration, especially EU referendums and party positioning. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals related to peace, justice, and strong institutions. His recent publications reflect a strong trend in analyzing contemporary British elections, particularly the 2019 and 2024 general elections, the impact of Brexit, the rise of Reform UK, and methodological challenges in political science such as backdoor confounding in regression models. He also publishes on long-term electoral trends and historical data integration. Scientific Awards: Pippa Norris Prize (2023) – awarded to the British Election Study team by the Political Studies Association for outstanding contribution to political studies University of Manchester Faculty of Humanities Outstanding Staff Award (2020) – for excellence in postgraduate dissertation supervision Prosser actively supervises undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students in political science topics. He has received research grants from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) for the British Election Study (2019–2026) and other projects. Beyond academia, he serves as a data analyst for ITV News, co-developing election result projections and contributing to the joint ITV-BBC-Sky exit poll since 2019. He is also a trustee of the McDougall Trust and sits on the editorial board of Electoral Studies , contributing to public understanding of electoral democracy. Labs and Research Teams: He is a core member of the British Election Study team, one of the longest-running and most influential survey research projects in political science. He also leads collaborative research under the project "Democracy and Social Change in Britain, 1851–2024," which integrates historical election data and census records. His work involves large-scale data analysis and methodological innovation in survey research and political behavior.
