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Michelle PhelpsView profile

Professor

• Sociology of Punishment
• Policing
• Mass Incarceration
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Michelle Phelps is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Minnesota, specializing in the sociology of punishment, policing, and mass incarceration. Her research examines the punitive turn in the U.S., focusing on probation, prisons, and the intersection of race and inequality. She holds a PhD in Sociology and Social Policy from Princeton University (2013), alongside a BA from UC Berkeley (2005). Education: PhD in Sociology, Princeton University (2013); M.A. Sociology, Princeton (2010); B.A. Psychology, UC Berkeley (2005) Key Publications: The Minneapolis Reckoning (2024) and Breaking the Pendulum (2017) Her work analyzes police reform dynamics, particularly in Minneapolis post-George Floyd, and challenges to criminal justice systems. She emphasizes community-based public safety solutions and critiques punitive policies. Awards include the Minnesota Book Prize (2025) and the Joan Petersilia Award (2023). Phelps actively engages in policy debates, advocating for systemic change through academic scholarship and public discourse. Her research spans historical penal policy, probation systems, and racial disparities in policing.

Selye LeeView profile

Visiting Assistant Professor

• developmental and life-course criminology
• juvenile justice and delinquency
• public perceptions of police
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Selye Lee serves as Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of North Florida, joining the institution in fall 2024. Previously, she held Assistant Professor positions at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Arkansas State University, where she also directed graduate programs. Academic Credentials: PhD in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Research Expertise: Dr. Lee specializes in developmental and life-course criminology with particular focus on juvenile justice systems, youth delinquency patterns, public evaluations of police legitimacy, and post-incarceration reentry challenges. Her interdisciplinary work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy implications for criminal justice reform. Publication Trends: Her 2017-2024 scholarship reveals consistent examination of police-community dynamics, especially regarding hate crimes, gendered youth offender experiences, and underage substance abuse. She employs developmental perspectives to analyze how frustration, impulsivity, and social controls shape criminal trajectories. Professional Engagement: Chair, The Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (2024–present) Member, American Society of Criminology (2024–present) Chair, The Korean Society of Criminology in America (2024–present)

• Social Impact Modeling
• Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Probation Services
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Dr. Ir. Attila Németh serves as a Lecturer in Modeling Societal Impact at Saxion University of Applied Sciences. He leads the Modeling of Social Impact research group, formerly known as the Value of Probation research group (established in January 2017). His academic journey began with Civil Engineering and Management studies at the University of Twente, followed by a PhD in Water Engineering and Management with his dissertation 'Modelling offshore sand waves.' His educational background includes: Civil Engineering and Management, University of Twente PhD in Water Engineering and Management, University of Twente (2003) Németh's research focuses on maximizing transparency of societal welfare effects of innovations and policies to enable optimal societal decisions. His work spans social cost-benefit analyses (SCBAs), probation services evaluation, societal impact modeling, and coastal morphodynamics. He has developed expertise in translating complex technical analyses into practical policy applications across diverse domains from water management to criminal justice. His publication trends reveal a significant transition from coastal engineering research in the early 2000s to social impact modeling in recent years. The most recent publications (2021-2022) focus on probation services evaluation, societal resilience, and cost-benefit analysis in social domains, while earlier works (2002-2008) concentrated on sand wave dynamics and coastal morphology. This evolution demonstrates his ability to apply quantitative modeling approaches across disciplinary boundaries. Throughout his career, Németh has held multiple significant roles: Postdoctoral researcher and university lecturer at University of Twente Project leader/planning consultant at Witteveen+Bos Team leader in Spatial Development and Construction at Saxion Project manager for academic programs (2011 onwards) Senior researcher at Saxion's Knowledge Center for the Living Environment Associate professor in Community Care & Youth research group (2014) Associate professor in Governance research group (2016 onwards) His research methodology consistently applies quantitative modeling to assess societal impact, whether analyzing sand wave dynamics or probation services effectiveness. Current work focuses on developing frameworks for measuring social return on investment across various policy domains.

Evan K. RoseView profile

Associate Professor

• Labor Economics
• Human Capital
• Discrimination
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Evan K. Rose is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago, focusing on labor, human capital, discrimination, and crime. He has conducted extensive research on criminal justice reform, particularly probation systems, incarceration effects, and racial disparities. Education: BA in Classics from University of North Carolina, PhD in Economics from University of California, Berkeley. Research Interests: His work bridges economic theory with empirical analysis of criminal justice policies, including technical probation violations, ban-the-box laws, and systemic discrimination. He emphasizes how policies disproportionately impact marginalized groups and explores welfare implications of incarceration. Key Publications: His notable work includes studying the equity of criminal supervision and long-term outcomes of incarceration, often using quasi-experimental designs like sentencing guidelines in North Carolina. Collaborations: Previously a postdoctoral researcher at Microsoft Research New England, he collaborated on topics related to applied microeconomics and policy evaluation. His engagement with San Quentin State Prison’s education program informs his research on rehabilitation and human capital development.

• Criminology
• Criminal Justice Policy
• Alcohol-Related Violence
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Dr. Carly Lightowlers is a Reader in Criminology at the University of Liverpool within the School of Law and Social Justice. Her research focuses on alcohol-related violence, criminal justice data analysis, sentencing practices, and modern slavery. She currently holds a Research Fellowship with ADR UK and has previously held roles at Liverpool John Moores University and the University of Leeds. Dr. Lightowlers serves on the Editorial Board for Drugs: Education, Prevention and Policy and as Associate Editor for Criminology . Her expertise includes applying quantitative methods to secondary and administrative data, such as probation records and police data. Key research areas include the intersection of alcohol consumption and criminal behavior, the processing of violence cases through courts, and policy evaluations. She has led projects funded by ADR UK, the British Academy, and the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Teaching responsibilities include coordinating the third-year module 'Alcohol, Crime, and Society' and contributing to undergraduate courses on crime control and violence analysis. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), emphasizing her commitment to pedagogical excellence. Recent research highlights include examining enforced alcohol abstinence’s impact on reoffending, analyzing spatial relationships between alcohol availability and violence, and investigating temporal patterns in modern slavery victimization. Her work frequently addresses policy implications, such as violence reduction strategies and sentencing reforms. Grants and collaborations involve partnerships with Merseyside Violence Reduction Programs, police services, and homelessness organizations to reduce alcohol-related harms. She has produced evaluation reports and policy briefs on topics like pandemic impacts on crime trends and the efficacy of Blue Light approaches for vulnerable populations.

Randi HjalmarssonView profile

Professor

• Economics of Crime
• Labor Economics
• Law and Economics
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Randi Hjalmarsson is a Professor of Economics at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Economics, affiliated with the School of Business, Economics and Law. She holds dual citizenship (USA/Sweden) and has extensive academic experience, including roles at Queen Mary University of London and the University of Maryland. Her research focuses on the Economics of Crime, Labor Economics, and Law and Economics, emphasizing determinants of crime, jury decision-making dynamics, and racial biases in the criminal justice system. Education: PhD in Economics from Yale University (2005), with notable advisors including Joseph Altonji. Previous positions include Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland and roles at Queen Mary University of London (2010–2013). Current roles include PhD Program Director at Gothenburg and membership in the Scientific Board of Swedish Prison and Probation Services. Research highlights include studies on military conscription's impact on crime, jury composition effects, and the historical analysis of police forces on crime reduction. Her work has been published in top journals like the Quarterly Journal of Economics and the Economic Journal, with grants from the Swedish Research Council, NSF, and ERC Advanced Grant (2024–2028). Awards include the American Law and Economics Review Distinguished Article Prize (2010) and leadership in professional organizations such as the European Association of Labour Economics. She supervises PhD students in crime policy and labor economics, and her teaching spans Law and Economics at both undergraduate and PhD levels. Key grants include funding for projects on criminal victimization economics (Vetenskapsrådet, 2018–2020) and the ERC-supported initiative on breaking the inequality-crime cycle (2024–2028). Professional service includes roles as Co-Editor of the Journal of Law, Economics, and Organization, and Chair of the European Job Market for Economists Committee. Her work has also been featured in media outlets like The Economist and Radiolab.

Evan Marie LowderView profile

Associate Professor

• Pretrial Reform
• Justice-Involved Behavioral Health
• Mental Health Courts
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Evan Marie Lowder is an Associate Professor of Criminology, Law and Society at George Mason University, directing the Early Justice Strategies lab. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from North Carolina State University. Her research focuses on reducing offending and improving behavioral health outcomes for justice-involved adults, emphasizing pretrial reform, mental health diversion programs, and opioid-related interventions. She has received federal, state, and local funding for projects evaluating early justice interventions. Education: B.A. in Psychology and Political Science from College of Saint Benedict, Ph.D. in Psychology from North Carolina State University Her work addresses issues like racial disparities in pretrial risk assessments, police-mental health co-response efficacy, and overdose surveillance. Awards include the 2019 Christopher Webster Early Career Award and 2024 SCHEV Rising Star recognition. She teaches courses such as CRIM 516 (Policy Evaluation) and CRIM 764 (Sentencing). Grants include MacArthur Foundation support for pretrial risk research and NIJ-funded evaluations of diversion programs. Current projects involve analyzing probation revocation pathways and pretrial decision-making matrices. She supervises doctoral research on supervision strategies for individuals with substance use disorders.

• Probation Practice
• Desistance Theory
• Emotional Labour in Criminal Justice
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Samantha Ainslie is a Senior Lecturer at the Sheffield Institute of Law and Justice within Sheffield Hallam University's College of Social Sciences and Arts. She joined the university in 2019 after 17 years as a probation practitioner and manager. Her primary affiliations include the Criminology and Community Justice Learning department and the Social and Economic Research Institute. Dr. Ainslie teaches undergraduate criminology courses including 'Making Desistance and Recovery a Reality' and 'Experiencing Custodial and Community Sentences,' as well as the Professional Qualification in Probation (PQiP) program. Her research focuses on desistance theory, probation practice, and training methodologies, with a current emphasis on professional curiosity, emotional labor, and burnout among probation officers. She is pursuing a Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD), investigating pedagogical strategies to enhance reflective practice in probation work. Her research outputs span peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and policy reports, consistently addressing systemic challenges in probation services and advocating for practitioner well-being. Notable projects include evaluating reflective supervision models and analyzing pandemic impacts on probation practices. She contributes to academic governance through roles on the Probation Institute's advisory panel and the Probation Quarterly editorial board. Ainslie's work bridges academic and practical domains ('pracademia'), aiming to align policy reforms with frontline realities. Her interdisciplinary approach combines criminology, organizational behavior, and education to address gaps between theoretical frameworks and real-world probation operations.

Ben HallView profile

Lecturer

• Quantitative Criminology
• Evaluation Methodologies
• Pedagogic Innovation
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Dr Ben Hall is a Lecturer in Quantitative Criminology at Manchester Metropolitan University's Sociology Department, affiliated with the Policy Evaluation and Research Unit (PERU). He holds multiple qualifications including a PhD in 'Fear of Personal Victimisation' and postgraduate degrees in Psychology and Criminal Investigation. His professional certifications include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and Chartered Psychologist status. His research focuses on quantitative criminology, evaluation methodologies, and innovative pedagogies. Current projects include 'URTOPIA' (gamified quantitative methods training) and 'Legal for...' (expanding legal knowledge for postgraduates). Hall's publications demonstrate consistent focus on criminal justice reform, social policy evaluation, and violence prevention methodologies. Recent works analyze probation systems, youth justice interventions, and homelessness solutions using realist evaluation frameworks and implementation science. Awards and recognition: Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2024) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2020) Chartered Psychologist designation (2025) He has supervised both undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations with external partners including Greater Manchester Police and HM Inspectorate of Probation. Currently leads curriculum development initiatives including the Sponsored Masters Programme that replaces traditional dissertations with industry placements.

Samantha WalkerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Criminal Justice
• Social Work Education
• Health Policy
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Dr. Samantha Walker is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Sciences at Northumbria University. Her research focuses on criminal justice, social work education, and health policy with a particular emphasis on violence against women, honour-based violence, and interventions for marginalized populations. She has contributed to studies on neurosurgical outcomes, youth rehabilitation, and the socio-economic impacts of criminal justice policies. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, addressing topics such as the cultural dimensions of violence, the role of technology in conservation, and the challenges faced by criminalized youth in accessing social enterprises. Notable projects include evaluations of health interventions for individuals under community supervision and analyses of systemic barriers within probation systems. Dr. Walker’s publications span medical literature reviews, policy analyses, and case studies, reflecting her commitment to bridging academic research with real-world applications. She actively engages in scholarly discussions on topics such as UAVs in environmental management and the digital transformation of social work education. Her recent research highlights include a randomized trial on neurosurgical embolization techniques and a systematic review on UAV applications in conservation. She continues to explore the intersection of criminal justice reforms, public health, and cultural dynamics in addressing systemic inequalities.

• Forensic Psychology
• Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
• Forensic Mental Health
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Dr. Palwinder Athwal-Kooner is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader of the BPS-accredited MSc Forensic Psychology Programme at Nottingham Trent University's School of Social Sciences. She holds dual roles as a BPS Chartered Forensic Psychologist and HCPC-registered practitioner, alongside ACAT accreditation in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT). Her career spans over two decades in forensic mental health, including clinical work with individuals with psychosis, personality disorders, and ASD, as well as roles in NHS, police, and probation services. Her research focuses on evaluating intervention programs such as Circles Southeast Mentoring and CAT-informed staff training in forensic hospitals. She has collaborated with institutions like Cygnet Hospital and St Andrew’s Healthcare. Dr. Athwal-Kooner is a recognized trainer in risk assessment tools (HCR-20, START) and has delivered workshops on CAT applications in forensic settings for the British Psychological Society. She also contributed to the Department of Health’s Personality Disorder training framework. Her publications emphasize forensic mental health interventions, nurse training efficacy, and ASD service improvements. Professional activities include knowledge exchange with Circles and Cygnet Hospital, reflecting her commitment to translational research and clinical practice.

• Correctional Rehabilitation
• Reentry
• Justice and Community Collaborations
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Dr. Jessica J. Warner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Justice & Community Studies at Miami University (Ohio) Regionals. She teaches courses in corrections, criminological theory, and research methods. Her research focuses on correctional rehabilitation, reentry, justice and community collaborations, organizational climate in corrections, and victimization. Dr. Warner holds a doctorate in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati (2015) and has practical experience in community correctional facilities as a quality improvement manager and security staff. She consults nationally and internationally with correctional agencies, providing training, technical assistance, and evaluation services. Her academic contributions span topics like international corrections (e.g., Nigerian prison officer studies), mental health integration in community supervision, and evidence-based practices. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly between probation systems and behavioral health providers. Recent work highlights organizational trust dynamics and policy evaluation frameworks. Dr. Warner’s consultancy work bridges academic research with real-world correctional agency needs, focusing on improving reentry programs and reducing racial disparities in policy implementation. She is actively involved in professional networks like the CrimCon Conference board and advocates for methodological rigor through replication studies in criminology.

• Drugs Policy
• Criminal Justice Policy
• Harm Reduction
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Dr Karen Duke is a Professor in Criminology at Middlesex University, affiliated with the Faculty of Business and Law and the Department of Law and Social Sciences. She co-directs the Drug and Alcohol Research Centre and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Drugs: Education, Prevention and Policy . Her research focuses on drugs policy, criminal justice systems, harm reduction in prisons, and youth substance use prevention. She coordinates the university’s REF 2021 submission for Social Policy and Social Work. Education: PhD in Criminology, Middlesex University (UK) MPhil in Criminology, University of Cambridge (UK) BA (Honours) in Sociology, University of Saskatchewan (Canada) Research Interests: Karen’s work examines intersections between drugs and criminal justice, prison policy, stakeholder roles in addiction interventions, and recovery-oriented frameworks. She has advised the Home Office, European Commission, and UNODC on drug policy and prevention strategies. Her recent studies include evaluations of youth drug outreach programs and policy responses to prison-related drug deaths. Publications Overview: Her 2020–2025 work highlights systemic challenges in prison drug governance, youth justice interventions, and cross-national policy comparisons. Key themes include harm reduction, recovery paradigms, and the socio-legal dynamics of substance use in coercive environments. Awards: Fellow of the Royal Society for the Arts Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Fellow of the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Society Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD candidates (e.g., David Ellison) and leads projects funded by NIHR, European Commission (EPPIC), and the Ministry of Justice. Coordinates multidisciplinary teams in drug-related policy analysis and implementation. Labs/Teams: Co-directs the Drug and Alcohol Research Centre, a hub for evidence-based drug policy research and training. Collaborates with the Journal of Drug Policy and global networks like the International Society for Drug Policy.

Ralph SerinView profile

Professor

• Criminal Justice Psychology
• Correctional Programming
• Offender Decision-Making
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Ralph Serin was a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. He held a Ph.D. from Queen's University. His research focused on the intersection of psychology and criminal justice, particularly parole decision-making, correctional programming, and offender desistance. Serin directed the Criminal Justice Decision Making Laboratory and contributed over 160 publications, including seminal works on risk assessment tools like the DRAOR and Structured Decision-Making Framework. He mentored ~80 students and received a lifetime achievement award for contributions to evidence-based corrections. His work emphasized improving correctional practices through empirical research. Research initiatives included developing models for parole decision-making, assessing treatment readiness, and understanding factors influencing desistance. Serin's legacy includes impactful frameworks used globally to enhance offender rehabilitation and public safety. He was a member of professional organizations like the Canadian Psychological Association and Association for Treatment of Sexual Abusers. Key contributions included advancing the 'What Works' agenda in corrections, emphasizing staff training and program efficacy. His interdisciplinary approach bridged academic research with practical criminal justice applications, addressing both offender rehabilitation and risk management.

Sara RenzulliView profile

Assistant Professor

• Counseling
• Counselor Education
• Counseling Students with Special Needs
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Sara Renzulli is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology at the University of Connecticut's Neag School of Education. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology (2013) from UConn, an M.A. in School Counseling (2011), and a B.A. in History from Union College (2007). Her research focuses on counseling strategies for twice-exceptional students, academic probation interventions, and men's psychology education. Education Background: Ph.D., Counselor Education & Counseling Psychology, University of Connecticut (2013) M.A., School Counseling, University of Connecticut (2011) B.A., History, Union College (2007) Research Interests: Counseling methodologies for students with special needs Twice-exceptional (2E) student advocacy and support Academic intervention strategies for at-risk students Gender dynamics in psychology education Her publications emphasize practical applications of counseling interventions and systemic educational challenges. She has contributed to journals like Professional School Counseling and NACADA Journal , focusing on counselor leadership roles and academic probation support systems. No scientific awards are listed. Her advising and grant activity details are not specified in the provided text. She is affiliated with the Neag School's academic teams but no specific lab or collaborative unit is mentioned.