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Wayne DoolingView profile

Senior Lecturer

• African History
• Colonial History
• Slavery Studies
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Dr. Wayne Dooling is the Subject Head (History) and Senior Lecturer in the History of Southern Africa at the Department of History, part of the School of History, Religions and Philosophies at SOAS University of London. He holds a BA and MA from the University of Cape Town and a PhD from the University of Cambridge (Cantab). His research focuses on colonial and postcolonial Southern Africa, with a particular emphasis on slavery, urban history, and decolonial methodologies. He supervises PhD students, including Nathan Richard Williams, whose work examines the University of Dar es Salaam's role in Tanzania's social and political struggles. His academic career includes significant contributions to understanding colonial governance, the socioeconomic impacts of slavery, and post-emancipation transitions in the Cape Colony. He has authored books and articles on topics ranging from urban segregation in Cape Town to the legal and cultural frameworks of colonial rule. Dooling's work aligns with SOAS's commitment to interdisciplinary, decolonial scholarship on the Global South. Dr. Dooling's publications highlight themes such as material culture, agrarian change, and the intersections of law and society in colonial contexts. His recent work explores the Indian Ocean World's influence on Cape Town's urban development and the legacy of segregation policies. He actively engages with oral histories and archival documents to reconstruct marginalized voices in historical narratives. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the provided texts, though his extensive publications and supervisory roles reflect his scholarly impact. His academic affiliations include the School's focus on interdisciplinary research and its programs like the MA History.

• Forced Migration
• Food Security
• Conflict Studies
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Laura Hammond is Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Research and Knowledge Exchange and Professor of Development Studies at SOAS University of London. With extensive field experience in the Horn of Africa since 1993, she leads major research initiatives examining migration, displacement, and food security. Her work connects academic research with humanitarian policy through roles with UN agencies and NGOs. Education includes: BA from Sarah Lawrence College MA from University of Wisconsin PhD from University of Wisconsin Her research focuses on conflict-induced displacement, refugee repatriation, and diasporic communities. She examines how food insecurity and migration intersect with systems of marginalization, with geographic emphasis on Ethiopia and Somalia/Somaliland. Current projects investigate how digitalization affects food assistance systems across Global North-South divides. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on migration governance, humanitarian response, and development inequalities. Recent works explore pandemic impacts on remittance systems and displacement solutions. Over 70% of articles address crisis contexts, with emerging work on sustainable development frameworks. As Team Leader for the EU Trust Fund's Research and Evidence Facility and Co-Director of the MIDEQ Hub, she oversees multinational research partnerships examining migration pathways. She has consulted for UNDP, USAID, Oxfam, and the World Food Programme. Current PhD students investigate borderland communities, gender in humanitarian action, and refugee protection systems. She leads the Migration Leadership Team developing global migration research strategies.

• Ecumenical Theology
• Inter-Christian Relations
• Orthodox Church History
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Lambriniadis Elpidoforos is a Professor at the School of Social Theology & Christian Culture of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. His academic work focuses on inter-Orthodox relations, ecumenical theology, and historical theological discourse. Teaching Areas: Symbolic Theology, Inter-Orthodox Relations, Inter-Christian Dialogue Key Research Themes: Orthodox Church history, church-state dynamics, theological perspectives on Protestantism, and diaspora religious identity The articles listed below highlight his expertise in ecumenical movements (1996-2018), with recurring themes in historical theological analysis, interfaith dialogue, and Orthodox institutional studies. Publications span comparative studies of Lutheranism from Orthodox perspectives, ecumenical patriarchate initiatives, and diaspora Christian communities. Office hours: Thursdays 16:00-17:00 in room 351. Contact: lambriniadis@past.auth.gr

C. Justin CookView profile

Associate Professor

• Economic Development
• Economic History
• Genetic Economics
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C. Justin Cook is an Associate Professor of Economics at Tulane University and Director of the M.A. Program in Political Economy with a Data Analytics Emphasis. He is also a faculty member of The Murphy Institute, connecting his economic expertise with broader policy applications. Dr. Cook earned his PhD, MS, and BS in Economics from Louisiana State University. Prior to joining Tulane, he served as an assistant/associate professor at the University of California, Merced, building his academic career across prestigious institutions. His research program investigates persistent patterns in economic growth and development, with particular focus on historical determinants of contemporary economic outcomes. Cook examines how historical, cultural, and even genetic differences observed in contemporary populations influence long-term economic trajectories, with lactose tolerance serving as a prime example of this research approach. His current work explores the persistence of populations and economic output from historical locations of past civilizations and investigates the aggregate impacts of redistributive policies, particularly in India. Analysis of Cook's scholarly output reveals a consistent trajectory examining the intersection of history, genetics, and economics. His recent publications increasingly incorporate geospatial analysis and satellite data to measure economic phenomena, demonstrating methodological innovation. A significant portion of his work focuses on India, particularly examining demonetization effects and public works programs, while maintaining his foundational interest in how historical patterns persist through time. Dr. Cook actively contributes to the academic community through his directorship of the M.A. program at Tulane and maintains an active research agenda that bridges historical analysis with contemporary economic policy questions, particularly in developing contexts.

• Social Work Education
• Lived Experience Research
• Co-production Methodologies
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Mel Hughes is Professor of Social Work at Bournemouth University and serves as Director of the National Centre for Cross-Disciplinary Social Work. As Academic Lead for the PIER (Public Involvement in Education and Research) partnership and Deputy Director of the Research Centre for Seldom Heard Voices, she champions co-created methodologies that center lived experience expertise. Her research focuses on developing inclusive approaches to address social exclusion, particularly through participatory action research with marginalized groups. Key initiatives include investigating digital access in healthcare, parental substance use impacts, and experiences of older male carers. Hughes pioneers arts-based and community-led research models that challenge conventional academic practices. Publications demonstrate consistent commitment to participatory methodologies across health and social care contexts, with recent works examining co-production in physiotherapy education. Her scholarship advances theoretical frameworks for meaningful stakeholder engagement in professional education and research design. Hughes supervises doctoral candidates researching decision-making in social work, young carers' experiences, and co-production in mental health services. She leads curriculum development integrating lived experience across social work, midwifery, and health sciences programs.

• Public Policy
• Public Administration
• Governance
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David Ferraz is an Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science and Public Policy at Iscte - University Institute of Lisbon, and an Integrated Researcher at CIES-Iscte. He holds a PhD in Public Policy (2018) and extensive professional experience in public administration, including roles at the National Institute of Administration and IHRU. His research focuses on public policy design, digital transformation in education, governance models, and administrative reform. Ferraz has led projects like STUDIES-DIG, exploring transnational education modernization, and contributed to international collaborations in public administration theory. He teaches courses such as 'Public Policies: Theories and Models' and 'Management Science' across undergraduate and graduate programs. His work emphasizes the intersection of technology and governance, with publications on topics like digitalization challenges in Morocco and post-pandemic governance innovations. Ferraz has also engaged in policy debates regarding public sector leadership and civil service reforms, as seen in media contributions addressing executive recruitment challenges. Key research themes include administrative modernization, public sector performance metrics, and the role of data analytics in policy-making. He has collaborated with institutions like the ISCSP-UTL and HSE Moscow, and his work spans comparative studies between European, Asian, and African governance systems.

Raphael AyambireView profile

Assistant Professor

• Urban Planning
• Environmental Governance
• Social Equity
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Raphael Ayambire is an Assistant Professor in the Department of City Planning at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Architecture. He holds a PhD in Planning from the University of Waterloo and a BSc (Hons) in Development Planning from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi. His research focuses on environmental sustainability linked to social equity, addressing urbanization challenges through scenario planning, climate resilience, and governance frameworks in sub-Saharan Africa and Canada. Key research areas include integrating social equity into scenario planning, equitable climate mitigation strategies, and environmental governance in working landscapes. He has conducted extensive studies on urban sprawl containment in Ghana, neoliberal impacts on Accra's slums, and adaptive conservation management in Canadian biodiversity hotspots. Recent work explores sister city partnerships for sustainable development, street vending policy challenges, and decarbonization pathways in African cities. His publications span urban planning, environmental policy, and development studies, emphasizing participatory approaches and policy evaluation. Ayambire has contributed to case studies in Saskatchewan's working landscapes and Ghana's urban-agriculture land use dynamics. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical governance solutions, advocating for inclusive urban futures.

Hope HarveyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Housing Instability
• Family Complexity
• Poverty and Inequality
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Dr. Hope Harvey is an Assistant Professor of Public Policy and Sociology at the University of Kentucky's Martin School of Public Policy and Administration, with additional affiliation at the Center for Poverty Research. Her research examines housing instability, family complexity, and poverty, particularly focusing on doubled-up households where multiple families share living spaces. She holds a Ph.D. in Social Policy and Sociology from Harvard University, an M.P.A. from University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a B.A. from Carleton College. Harvey employs mixed methods to study how economic constraints and family relationships shape residential decisions. Her book Complex Households: How Doubling Up Shapes Family Life (forthcoming 2025) synthesizes this work. She has received SSSP paper awards for research on maternal experiences in shared housing and poverty dynamics. Current projects investigate housing cost burdens among older adults and local variations in disability benefits. Research Publications Analysis: Harvey's 15 most recent articles demonstrate consistent focus on housing precarity across the life course. Quantitative analyses reveal patterns in doubled-up household formation, while qualitative work illuminates negotiation dynamics within shared living arrangements. Temporal trends show increasing attention to policy implications, particularly regarding social safety nets for vulnerable populations.

Giacomo PasiniView profile

Professor

• Econometrics
• Health Economics
• Labor Economics
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Giacomo Pasini is a Full Professor and Director of the Department of Economics at Ca' Foscari University of Venice. He holds multiple leadership roles including Chair of the Department's Committee and membership in the Academic Senate. His research spans econometrics, health economics, labor markets, and social security systems. Key interests include retirement policies, intergenerational transfers, health burden of occupational stress, and economic aspects of aging populations. Professor Pasini serves as associate editor for Health Economics and Research in Economics, and sits on the editorial board of the Journal of Pension Economics & Finance. He is affiliated with Netspar, a European research network for pension and aging studies.

• Nutrition
• Public Health
• Culinary Education
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Professor Sharon Croxford is an academic at Australian Catholic University (ACU), affiliated with the School of Behavioural and Health Sciences within the Faculty of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on nutrition education, public health, and culinary science, with a particular emphasis on dietary behavior, migration-related health, and employability in higher education. She has contributed to defining culinary medicine/nutrition frameworks and exploring student career readiness in nutrition programs. Her work bridges theoretical and practical aspects of food science, including the molecular basis of food properties and cultural influences on dietary practices. She has published on topics such as the impact of obesity, dietary guidelines in culinary education, and food insecurity linked to poverty and migration. Collaborations with industry and academic partners have informed curriculum development and online course design. Professor Croxford’s publications span peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and textbooks. Notable works include Understanding the Science of Food: From Molecules to Mouthfeel (2017) and Poverty, Disadvantage and Food Insecurity (2015). Her interdisciplinary approach addresses both clinical and sociocultural dimensions of food and nutrition.

Jesper Ole JensenView profile

Research Fellow

• Sustainable Urban Development
• Energy Retrofitting
• Housing Policy
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Jesper Ole Jensen is a Senior Researcher at Aalborg University's Department of the Built Environment, affiliated with The Faculty of Engineering and Science. He holds a PhD in Lifestyle, Housing, and Resource Consumption (2001) from Aalborg University and a Civil Engineering degree (1990) from the Technical University of Denmark. His research focuses on sustainable urban development, energy retrofitting of historic buildings, housing policy innovation, and socio-technical transitions in the built environment. He has held external positions at the Technical University of Denmark from 1991–2006. Key research areas include: Climate-resilient housing solutions Conflict resolution between energy efficiency and heritage preservation Alternative housing models (co-living, micro-housing) Pandemic impacts on housing use Policy instruments for energy retrofitting He has led/coordinated 40+ research projects, including the RESPOND initiative analyzing pandemic impacts on urban life (2022–2026), and contributed to 165+ publications. His work addresses UN SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities) and SDG 7 (Affordable Clean Energy). Current affiliations include the Sustainable Cities and Everyday Practice Research Group and Center for Design, Innovation and Sustainable Transitions.

Zach ThompsonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Digital Marketing
• Branding
• Behavioral Change
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Zach Thompson is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Marketing at the Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee. Previously, he held roles as Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor at the University of Bristol and Senior Lecturer/Head of Department at the University of Greenwich. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from Durham University, an Executive MBA (Distinction) from Plymouth University, and a BSc in Business Management and IT (First Class Honours). His research focuses on the intersection of branding, behavioral change, and identity, with notable contributions to social marketing and digital pedagogy. Thompson has secured funding for pedagogy research and led initiatives such as the Enterprise Hub at Greenwich, fostering industry partnerships and live project collaborations. He has also contributed to curriculum redesign, notably increasing pass rates by 18% through blended learning approaches. Thompson has over 10 years of lecturing experience across digital marketing, brand management, and communications, supervising over 400 student dissertations. His work extends to nonprofit sectors, including homelessness and poverty alleviation initiatives. Notable awards include the Inspirational Lecturer of the Year (2018) and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. His academic leadership roles include managing departments with budgets exceeding £500k and annual revenues of £10m. He has pioneered programs such as the Digital Marketing Institute Professional Diploma and established partnerships with multinational corporations to integrate industry projects into curricula. Thompson’s research emphasizes authentic assessment methods and digital transformation in education.

Joonbum BaeView profile

Assistant Professor

• International Relations
• International Security
• Civil-Military Relations
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Joonbum Bae is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Colorado State University, specializing in international security, foreign policy, and civil-military relations with a focus on East Asia. He earned his PhD from UCLA and has previously held positions at Texas A&M University’s Scowcroft Institute for International Affairs, Colgate University, and the KDI School of Public Policy and Management. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) His research explores the intersections of international security, public opinion, gender dynamics, and authoritarian regimes in East Asia. Recent publications examine conscription’s societal impacts, Japan-South Korea relations, and North Korea’s nuclear challenges. Supported by grants from the George Marshall Foundation and the Institute for Global Conflict and Cooperation, Bae’s work appears in journals such as International Studies Perspectives , Journal of Global Security Studies , and Foreign Affairs . He has analyzed topics ranging from military rule democratization in Burma and South Korea to gender roles in South Korean views of North Korea.

Laura BunyanView profile

Associate Professor

• Qualitative Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Labor Relations
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Laura Bunyan is an Associate Professor in Residence of Sociology at the University of Connecticut . She holds a PhD in Sociology and an MA in Women’s Studies from SUNY Albany, along with a BA from St. Lawrence University. Research Focus: Dr. Bunyan specializes in qualitative analysis of labor relations, particularly in domestic work and care economies. Her notable work examines socio-demographic intersections between employers and employees in nanny work, and historical analyses of welfare policy under capitalist frameworks. 2020 book: "Modern Day Mary Poppins" explores nanny work dynamics 2008 research on capitalism's impact on welfare reform Awards & Grants: Faculty Mentorship Excellence Award (2020) Stamford Campus Faculty Recognition Award (2019) Research Excellence Program grant ($49,500, 2019-2020) Stamford Campus Professor of the Year (2011) Contact: laura.bunyan@uconn.edu | Phone: 860 251-9536

Rakesh Kumar BhalaView profile

Professor

• International Trade Law
• Islamic Law (Sharī'ah)
• International Law and Literature
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Rakesh Kumar Bhala (Raj Bhala) is the inaugural Leo S. Brenneisen Distinguished Professor and former Raymond F. Rice Distinguished Professor at the University of Kansas School of Law, where he has held the highest academic accolades for scholarship and research. He also served as Associate Dean for International and Comparative Law (2011–2017). His expertise spans international trade law, Islamic law, and law and literature. Bhala has authored seminal works such as Modern GATT Law , Understanding Islamic Law (Sharī'ah) , and TPP Objectively . Education: Harvard Law School (J.D., 1989); Oxford University (MSc in Management, 1986); London School of Economics (MSc in Economics, 1985); Duke University (A.B. in Economics, 1984). Research Interests: International trade law (including trade remedies and development economics), Islamic law, law and literature, and Indian trade policy. Bhala advocates for interdisciplinary approaches, emphasizing the intersection of trade law with social justice, geopolitics, and cultural norms. Awards: Moreau Award (2015) Kemper Teaching Award (2008) Alumni Fellowship Award for Excellence in Teaching (1996) President’s Award for Excellence (Federal Reserve Bank of New York, 1990 and 1992) Service: Negotiated international agreements with law schools in India, Korea, and UAE; advised the U.S. State Department; and served on editorial boards of major legal journals. Bhala has taught globally, including at the University of Auckland, Tel Aviv University, and the Command and General Staff College (Fort Leavenworth). Labs/Teams: Co-founded the Two-Year Juris Doctor (J.D.) Program for Foreign-Trained Lawyers and the Doctorate of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) Program at KU Law.