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Patricia Ines HoeppeView profile

Professor

• Performance Art
• Cultural Education
• Social Integration
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Prof. Patricia Ines Hoeppe serves as Professor for Intermedial Cultural Education at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences' Faculty of Social Work and Health since 2012. She pioneered the Master's program in Performative Arts in Social Fields, developing methodologies that use performance art to address societal challenges through participatory citizen engagement and cultural integration. Her educational background includes: Meisterschülerin (Master's equivalent) under Prof. Rebecca Horn at Berlin University of the Arts Diploma in Communication Design from Berlin University of the Arts Art Therapy training at Artaban School for Artistic Therapies Berlin State-certified Physiotherapist and Heilpraktikerin qualifications Studies in Psychology, Art Education, and Modern Art History Prof. Hoeppe's research centers on intermedial performance art as a tool for social transformation. Her work explores how artistic interventions in urban environments can foster democratic participation, particularly through her signature Three Action Strands methodology . Projects like Performed City and Perform Europe! demonstrate her focus on using cultural education to address migration, urban integration, and societal polarization through embodied artistic practices. Her publication trajectory reveals consistent development from individual artistic practice (2001-2007) toward large-scale community engagement (2010-2015), with increasing emphasis on participatory democracy frameworks and cross-cultural integration strategies. Key thematic evolution shows progression from therapeutic applications toward systemic urban interventions. Prof. Hoeppe actively supervises students in the Performative Arts Master's program and collaborates internationally with institutions including The University of Sydney, School of the Art Institute Chicago, and The University of the Arts London. Her research projects secure funding through university and cultural grants, with major initiatives like The Big Arrival engaging over 200 unaccompanied minor refugees. She currently leads the "Participatory Urban Development" platform within Frankfurt UAS's interdisciplinary "Post-War Modern Settlement Construction" research lab, developing performative methods including the Performance Parcours and City Scan for social space work. Her team maintains ongoing projects with the Frankfurt Child Protection Association and Museum for Communication Frankfurt.

• Social Work
• Child and Youth Welfare
• Youth Participation
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Prof. Larissa von Schwanenflügel is a Professor of Child and Youth Work, Youth Education, and Participation at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Faculty 4: Social Work and Health). She leads the Social Work (B.A.) degree program and focuses on participatory youth practices, qualitative research, and professionalization in social work. Her work integrates educational theory with grassroots youth engagement in contexts of social inequality. Education highlights include a doctorate in Education Sciences from the University of Tübingen (2013) and a diploma in Social Work from Fulda University of Applied Sciences (1997). Her career spans over two decades in youth welfare, including leadership roles in open youth work, community projects, and educational policy. Research priorities emphasize participatory youth frameworks, qualitative youth studies, and institutional quality in child/youth work. Major projects include evaluations of youth welfare efficacy in Hesse, EU-funded participation studies, and development of collaborative case archives for social work education. Teaching responsibilities include modules on social work history, youth education methodologies, and reflective practice. She coordinates interdisciplinary research initiatives such as the 'Fallarchiv Soziale Arbeit' and the 'Wozu Jugendarbeit?' study. Research collaborations: Kooperationsverbund Offene Kinder- und Jugendarbeit, European Commission-funded 'Partispace' project Key publications: 2021 Handbuch Offene Kinder- und Jugendarbeit, 2015 Partizipationsbiographien Jugendlicher Leadership roles: Chair of Social Work program, Member of Hesse Youth Welfare Council

Monika Thiex-KreyeView profile

Lecturer

• Healthcare Management
• Healthcare Controlling
• Hospital Administration
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Monika Thiex-Kreye is a Lecturer at the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Frankfurt UAS), specifically within Faculty 4: Social Work and Health, focusing on Nursing and Health Management programs. Her academic role includes teaching modules on business fundamentals, organizational structures, quality management, and healthcare leadership. She holds a Master of Business Administration from Aston University with a focus on healthcare management. Her professional experience spans over two decades in senior healthcare administration roles, including leadership positions at major hospitals like the Klinikum Hanau and the Universitätsklinikum Frankfurt. She currently serves as Deputy Chair of the Supervisory Board for FMT Kliniken and holds board positions in other healthcare organizations. Education & Professional Highlights: Master of Business Administration (MBA), Aston University Graduate in Business Administration with specializations in IT and Controlling Executive roles: Former Managing Director of Klinikum Hanau, Director of Controlling at Frankfurt University Hospital Freelance healthcare coaching and consulting Research Focus: Her work emphasizes healthcare administration, hospital management, leadership psychology, and controlling systems. Key areas include: DRG reimbursement system implementation Interdisciplinary team collaboration Risk management in healthcare facilities Leadership development and organizational change Teaching Activities: She teaches across undergraduate (B.A.) and graduate (M.A.) programs in Health Management, including modules on organizational behavior, quality management, and healthcare finance. Collaborates with Prof. Dr. Saure on core organizational theory courses. Professional Engagements: Member of VKD (Association of Hospital Directors) Leadership roles in healthcare education programs (e.g., Vitos Akademie) Adjunct faculty at Provadis School of Business & Technology Labs & Teams: Her research and advisory work integrates with clinical settings through partnerships like the FMT Kliniken network and the Vitos Akademie, emphasizing practical healthcare management solutions.

Rune Ellemose GulevView profile

Professor

• Intercultural Management
• Cross Cultural Leadership
• Sustainability in Business
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Professor Rune Ellemose Gulev serves as Professor of International Business Management at Kiel University of Applied Sciences (HAW Kiel) in Germany, where he has been employed since 2010. He additionally holds the position of Academic Director of the Centre for Languages and Intercultural Studies (ZSIK). Originally from Denmark, Professor Gulev has built an international academic career with previous appointments including Assistant Professor at the University of Primorska in Slovenia (2008-2010) and involvement with numerous international institutions such as Harvard University, Tecnologica de Monterrey, and Copenhagen Business School. Professor Gulev's research focuses on the intersection of cultural dynamics and business practices. His primary research interests include Intercultural Management & Cross Cultural Leadership, Managing Sustainability for Modern Businesses, and Strategic Management. He investigates how national cultural variances influence organizational behavior, with specific attention to environments that foster workplace creativity, levels of alcohol acceptance in professional settings, and the connection between consumer cultural orientation and purchasing behaviors. His work bridges theoretical cultural frameworks with practical business applications, particularly examining how trust and cultural values impact innovation, sustainability practices, and economic performance across different national contexts. Professor Gulev's publication record demonstrates a clear evolution from theoretical cultural frameworks to practical business applications. His early work focused on intercultural subsidiary management and knowledge sharing across cultures, while more recent publications examine specific workplace behaviors like alcohol consumption across cultures (2024) and mindfulness-based stress reduction (2021). His research consistently explores how cultural values shape business practices, sustainability behaviors, and organizational innovation across European and global contexts, with a particular emphasis on trust as a mediating factor in economic and organizational outcomes. Best Paper Award at Management International Conference 2008 for 'Cultural Repercussions' Professor Gulev provides specialized seminars for companies and higher education institutions on improving efficiency in multicultural workplaces. His consulting work spans from team structure optimization to developing culturally appropriate motivational techniques. His expertise is sought internationally, as evidenced by his academic affiliations with institutions across Europe and beyond. As Academic Director of ZSIK, he oversees language and intercultural competence programs that support internationalization efforts at HAW Kiel. Through his leadership of the Centre for Languages and Intercultural Studies (ZSIK), Professor Gulev directs initiatives that promote intercultural competence across the university. He has been instrumental in developing interdisciplinary programs like the 'International Marketing & PR Minor' that combine business, media, and language studies. His work bridges academic research with practical applications, creating environments where cultural diversity is leveraged as a strategic advantage in both educational and business contexts.

Patrick UlrichView profile

Professor

• Corporate Governance
• Strategic Management
• Risk Management
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Prof. Dr. habil. Patrick Ulrich is a Full Professor of Corporate Governance and Control at Aalen University since 2016, leading the Aalen Institute of Corporate Governance (AAUF). He serves as Deputy Dean and Vice Dean for Research at the Faculty of Business and Health, Dean of Studies for the International Business Administration (IBW) program, and a member of the university's Senate. He holds roles in numerous committees, including spokesperson for the doctoral committee of Research Unit I at the BW-CAR, and is a private lecturer at the University of Bamberg. His research focuses on corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, family business management, digital transformation, and sustainability. He has published over 450 scientific works, delivered over 150 conference presentations, and secured significant third-party funding. His consulting experience spans startups, family businesses, and DAX corporations, with a focus on automotive, mechanical engineering, healthcare, and consumer goods industries. Prof. Ulrich teaches at institutions like the University of Bamberg, University of Siegen, and Lucerne University of Applied Sciences. He actively contributes to professional organizations such as the VHB and ICV, and serves on editorial boards for journals like the Journal of Risk, Fraud and Compliance (ZRFC) and Corporate Governance & Sustainability Review . His academic background includes a doctorate (2010) and habilitation (2015) in Business Administration from the University of Bamberg. He has held roles at Deloitte, Bosch Group, and the Fraunhofer Competence Center for Business Models in the Digital World, bridging academic and practical expertise in controlling and management. Key contributions include pioneering work on the GRC² (Governance, Risk, Compliance, and Controlling) framework, digital transformation in management processes, and sustainability reporting under the CSRD directive. He emphasizes family governance, operational excellence in family offices, and risk management in family enterprises.

• Organizational Behavior Management
• Behavioral Systems Analysis
• Culturo-Behavior Science
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Dr. Jovonnie Esquierdo-Leal is an Assistant Professor in Psychology at California State University, Fresno. She earned her BA and MA from Fresno State and her PhD from the University of Nevada, Reno. Her expertise spans cultural-behavior science, leadership, social justice, and organizational behavior management. She coordinates the ABAI Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Board and co-leads the ABAI DEI Program Area. Bachelor’s: Psychology, Fresno State Master’s: Psychology (ABA emphasis), Fresno State PhD: Psychology, University of Nevada, Reno Her research focuses on systemic change through leadership, DEI initiatives, and applying behavior analysis to organizational culture. Recent work addresses healthcare equity and feedback systems in education. Dr. Esquierdo-Leal contributes to peer-reviewed journals and book chapters on topics like prejudice reduction in healthcare and policy through culturo-behavioral lenses. She actively participates in the Behaviorists for Social Responsibility SIG of ABAI.

Andreas FritzenView profile

Professor

• Urban Planning
• Urban Design
• Sustainable Urban Development
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Andreas Fritzen is a Professor at Bochum University of Applied Sciences , specializing in Urban Planning and Design . He has led teaching and research initiatives since 2004, focusing on methods of urban design, sustainable development, and structural transformation of cities. Education: Dipl.-Ing., RWTH Aachen (1983–1986) Dipl. Urban Design, Architectural Association (AA) London (1993–1995) His research emphasizes adapting urban frameworks to evolving ecological and demographic challenges, with a focus on metropolitan and rural regions in North Rhine-Westphalia. Awards include the NRW State Prize for Architecture (2017) and multiple national competition recognitions. Teaching Leadership: Co-founder of the interdisciplinary Master Städtebau NRW program Developed frameworks for analyzing urban fabric and building typologies Organized international research collaborations (Istanbul Technical University, Université de Caen Normandie) Notable Students: Robin Lennartz, Carlos Boidanidis, Sara Mulleri, and others honored in urban design competitions. Labs & Teams: Collaborates with professionals like Dipl.-Ing. Sarah Gräfer and Dipl.-Ing. Frank Lohner, mentoring student assistants in projects addressing urban peripheries, energy systems, and post-industrial redevelopment.

Niklas KleinView profile

Professor

• Context-Aware Systems
• Ubiquitous Computing
• Smart Grid Applications
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Niklas Klein is a Professor at the Department of Information and Communication at Flensburg University of Applied Sciences. He also serves as Vice President for Studies and Teaching on the Executive Board. His academic background includes a PhD from the University of Kassel (2011) and earlier degrees from the University of Paderborn. His research focuses on context-aware systems, ubiquitous computing, and smart grid technologies. He has contributed to projects like the Future Internet Smart Grid Application (2013), activity recognition using inertial sensors (2011), and XML/XQuery transformation frameworks (2005–2011). His work emphasizes time synchronization in sensor networks and user-centric service creation. Notable publications include studies on context prediction stability, energy management in smart grids, and DAG-based context reasoning architectures. He has advised over 20 Master's and Bachelor's students in areas like distributed systems and communication technologies. Klein has secured funding for projects such as the KLIMASCHUTZ-PLANER (2013–2014) and IT2Green Pinta (2012–2014). He organizes workshops like AwareCast and serves on technical program committees for CAPS 2012 and Context 2011. Additional service includes managing the alumni network for Kassel University's Communication Technologies chair and supporting international student recruitment.

• Contemporary Chinese Politics
• Political Economy
• Digital Standardization
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Prof. Dr. Sarah Eaton is a Professor of Transregional China Studies at Humboldt University Berlin (HU) and co-founder of the Berlin Contemporary China Network (BCCN). Her work focuses on contemporary Chinese politics, political economy, and digital standardization. She holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Toronto (2011) and previously taught at the University of Göttingen, Oxford, and Waterloo. Current research explores China's role in global digital standardization, supported by German Research Foundation funding (2023-2026). She also leads projects on strengthening China competence in Berlin through Germany's Federal Ministry of Education and Research grants. Her research spans environmental governance, state-market relations, and authoritarian developmentalism. Education: PhD in Political Science, University of Toronto (2011) Affiliations: Institute for Asian and African Studies (IAAW), Mori-Ōgai Memorial Funding: DFG grants, BMBF initiatives, Danish Independent Research Fund collaborations Her publications analyze China's political transitions, environmental policy implementation, and the evolving role of state-owned enterprises. Recent work highlights the transnational circulation of developmentalist ideas and Sino-German technical collaborations. Awards: None explicitly mentioned Grants: Three major funding streams including digital standardization studies and environmental governance projects Eaton advises doctoral students in transregional China studies and contributes to the Mori-Ōgai Memorial's cultural programs. Her work bridges comparative politics, transregional studies, and policy analysis.

Stefanie LahmerView profile

Researcher

• Digital Technology Use
• Technostress Management
• Hybrid Work
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Stefanie Lahmer is a Researcher at the University of Augsburg, affiliated with the FIM Research Institute for Information Management and the Business Informatics branch of Fraunhofer FIT. Her work focuses on the healthy and efficient use of digital technologies in work and private life, addressing technostress, hybrid work creativity, collective intelligence, and technology design. She holds a Master's degree in Business Informatics (2021) and a Bachelor's degree (2018) from the University of Augsburg. Her research includes projects funded by ForDigitHealth and practical experience at McKinsey's management consultancy. She coordinates the Digital Leadership Academy supplementary program for master's students. Key contributions include studies on group work facilitation, behavior change systems for interruption management, and mobile health applications for stress coping. Education: BSc (2018), MSc (2021) in Business Informatics from University of Augsburg Her publications span behavioral science, healthcare technology, and organizational design, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to digital challenges in work and health contexts.

• Colonial Latin American History
• Maya Ethnohistory
• History of the Colonial Church
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Prof. Dr. John F. Chuchiak IV is a full professor and director of the Latin American, Caribbean and Hispanic Studies Program at Missouri State University. His research and professional interests focus on colonial Latin American history, with particular emphasis on Mexico and Maya ethnohistory, Franciscan missions, and the Inquisition in the New World. Affiliation: Missouri State University (Director of Latin American, Caribbean and Hispanic Studies Program) His work explores the history of the colonial church in Mexico, Christian mission history, and the intersection of religion, ethnic conflict, gender, and social change within the broader Atlantic world. During winter semester 2013/2014, he delivered a lecture titled "Unlikely Allies: Mayas, Spaniards and Pirates in Colonial Yucatán, 1550-1750" , analyzing how Maya militias became critical defense forces against European pirates in colonial Yucatán, securing social and economic advantages through military service. Research Highlights: Maya resistance and adaptation in colonial systems Role of indigenous sentinels in coastal defense Atlantic world connections and cultural transformation

• REST API Testing
• Millimeter-Wave Integrated Circuits
• 3D IC Design
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Saurabh Sinha is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Tshwane University of Technology's College of Science, Engineering and Technology, with an extensive publication record spanning software engineering, millimeter-wave circuit design, and computational biology. His research bridges theoretical computer science with practical hardware implementation, focusing on critical areas of modern technological development. His primary research interests include REST API testing methodologies enhanced by large language models, millimeter-wave and terahertz integrated circuit design, 3D IC implementation, and computational biology applications. Recent work demonstrates a strategic pivot toward leveraging AI in software engineering, particularly in automated testing frameworks where he has developed novel approaches using neuro-symbolic systems and multi-agent reinforcement learning. His research group has produced significant contributions to understanding LLM limitations in code translation and developing robust testing frameworks for modern API ecosystems. Analysis of his recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research that combines traditional electrical engineering with cutting-edge AI techniques. Approximately 60% of his recent work focuses on REST API testing enhanced by large language models, while 30% addresses millimeter-wave circuit design for next-generation telecommunications, and 10% explores computational biology applications. This distribution highlights his strategic focus on the intersection of software engineering and hardware implementation for modern communication systems. Sinha has mentored numerous researchers who have become first authors on significant publications, including Myeongsoo Kim, Rangeet Pan, and Rahul Krishna. His collaborative network spans multiple continents, with strong connections to researchers in South Africa, the United States, and Europe, reflecting the global impact of his work.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• International Copyright Law
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Silke von Lewinski serves as a Scientific Advisor at the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition and holds the position of Extraordinary Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Zagreb since 2020. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, she has established herself as a leading authority in intellectual property law, particularly in copyright and related rights. Her work bridges academic scholarship with practical policy development at national, European, and international levels. Dr. von Lewinski earned her Doctor of Law (Dr. jur.) from the Free University of Berlin. She completed her legal clerkship (Assessorin) in Munich before joining the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition as a scientific staff member. Since 1995, she has served as Head of Department for International Law and Special Problems of Developing Countries at the Institute. Her academic credentials were further recognized in 2020 when she was appointed as an Extraordinary Professor at the University of Zagreb's Faculty of Law. Her research interests focus on intellectual property law with particular expertise in copyright law, international copyright treaties, European copyright harmonization, digital copyright challenges, and the protection of traditional knowledge. She has extensively examined the intersection of copyright law with emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and digital platforms. Her scholarly work addresses critical issues such as cross-border licensing, collective rights management, exceptions and limitations in the digital environment, and the implementation of the Digital Single Market Directive in Germany. Dr. von Lewinski's publication record demonstrates consistent engagement with evolving copyright challenges. Her recent work shows increasing focus on platform liability (particularly Article 17 implementation), artificial intelligence and copyright, performers' remuneration in digital environments, and the practical implications of CJEU case law. She has maintained a strong scholarly output through her editorial work on the comprehensive 'Copyright Throughout the World' series while producing timely analyses of specific copyright developments in Germany and Europe. The Hosier Distinguished Visiting IP-Scholar, DePaul University, Chicago (2005) First Distinguished Visitor to the Intellectual Property Research Institute of Australia (IPRIA) (2002) First Walter Minton Visiting Scholar, Center for Law and the Arts, Columbia University School of Law, New York (1998) Heinrich-Hubmann-Preis für die beste Monographie im Urheberrecht (1991) Dr. von Lewinski has advised numerous governments and international organizations on copyright matters. She has served as legal advisor to the European Commission, participated in WIPO diplomatic conferences that led to the Marrakesh and Beijing Treaties, and provided expertise to countries in Central and Eastern Europe, the former Soviet Union, and Asia through PHARE, TACIS, and other programs. Her extensive conference presentations across Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia demonstrate her global influence in copyright scholarship and policy development. At the Max Planck Institute, Dr. von Lewinski contributes to one of the world's leading research centers in intellectual property and competition law. She collaborates with an international team of scholars and participates in major research projects examining the future of copyright in the digital age. Her work with organizations like ALAI (where she serves as Vice President) and ATRIP connects her research to broader international intellectual property discourse.

Mariya TonevaView profile

Professor

• Computational Neuroscience
• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
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Mariya Toneva is a Tenure-track Professor (W2) at the Max Planck Institute for Software Systems in Saarbrücken, Germany, where she leads the Bridging AI and Neuroscience (BrAIN) group. Her research integrates machine learning, natural language processing, and neuroscience to develop computational models of language processing in the brain and improve NLP systems through brain alignment. Her research vision focuses on bidirectional benefits: 1) Using brain data to develop better language models that align with human cognition, and 2) Using insights from language models to understand human language processing. Current projects investigate how episodic memory can enhance long-term LLM agents and how speech models can better reflect neural processing hierarchies. Toneva's recent publications demonstrate significant contributions in brain-LLM alignment, with work appearing at ICLR, CogSci, TMLR, EMNLP, and INTERSPEECH. Her research group systematically examines why language models align with brain recordings and develops methods to improve this alignment through brain-tuning techniques. She actively seeks PhD students and postdoctoral researchers for projects involving neuropixel data analysis of speech processing and multimodal transformer architectures. Toneva regularly presents keynotes at major conferences (e.g., ELLISxUniReps Speaker Series) and participates in workshops on NeuroAI and cognitive modeling. Her interdisciplinary approach combines techniques from machine learning, natural language processing, and cognitive neuroscience to address fundamental questions about language representation in both artificial and biological neural systems.

Heidi WebberView profile

Professor

• Climate Risk Assessment
• Crop Modeling
• Plant Stress Physiology
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Prof. Heidi Webber is a leading agricultural scientist at the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF), serving as Co-Head of Program Area 3 'Agricultural Landscape Systems' and Head of the 'Integrated Crop Production Systems Analysis' working group. Her research focuses on climate risk assessment, crop stress modeling, and sustainable agronomic systems. She holds a Diplom-Agraringenieurin degree and has extensive experience in interdisciplinary studies combining biophysical and socio-economic analyses. Her expertise includes modeling plant growth under abiotic stresses and developing resource-efficient cultivation strategies. Notable contributions involve the AgMIP-Wheat initiative, high-yielding trait experiments, and climate-resilient crop systems in diverse regions like West Africa, South Korea, and Europe. She co-leads international projects addressing climate change impacts on agriculture and leads modeling efforts for crop diversification and adaptation strategies. Key research themes include: Climate risk assessment frameworks Multi-model ensemble approaches for crop yield prediction Abiotic stress tolerance mechanisms in cereals Climate-smart agricultural practices Agroecological transition in smallholder farming systems Her work bridges field experiments with advanced computational models, emphasizing data-driven solutions for sustainable intensification. Current projects explore index-based crop insurance, soil carbon dynamics, and the transformation of farming systems toward silicon-enhanced resilience.