Michael A. Parker is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Norfolk State University’s College of Science, Engineering and Technology. He has been a dedicated faculty member since August 1981, concurrently serving as an Honorary Nursing Faculty Member and Associate Director of the Dozoretz National Institute for Mathematics and Applied Sciences (DNIMAS), as well as the Pathway to the STARS Summer Bridge Program. B.S. and M.S. in Mathematics from Virginia State University Parker’s work focuses on mathematics education and fostering STEM student success, particularly in preparing students for graduate/professional school. He actively contributes to curriculum development, tutoring systems, and university committee work, emphasizing pedagogical excellence. Scientific and Teaching Awards: Distinguished Teaching Award (Norfolk State University, 2009) Programs That Work Award Citation from former Governor of Virginia Hon. Mark Warner for Teaching Services His dual roles involve coordinating mathematics curricula, leading summer bridge programs, and pairing tutors with students in the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology (CSET).
Juan Tomás Asenjo Gómez is an Assistant Professor at the Pontifical University of Comillas, affiliated with the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences and the Department of Education, Research Methods and Evaluation. He has been teaching at the university since 2010, offering courses in preschool, primary, and secondary education programs, as well as in the master's program in secondary education. Education: PhD in Social Sciences: Psychological, Educational and Social Perspectives, Pontifical University of Comillas Master's Degree in Family Research: Psychological, Educational, and Social Perspectives, Pontifical University of Comillas Postgraduate Course in Management of Non-Profit Organizations, Ramon Llull University Doctoral Course: Training, Quality and the Personnel Department, Pontifical University of Comillas His research focuses on teaching skills, Erasmus mobility, tutoring, educational guidance, and university service-learning . He emphasizes didactics, school organization, and psychopedagogical support in educational contexts. His work bridges theory and practice in teacher training and student development. His recent publications reflect a strong engagement with European educational programs, inclusive pedagogy, vocational guidance, and personalized learning . Themes of integration, mobility, and innovation recur across his scholarly output, demonstrating a commitment to improving educational quality through practical and international approaches. Scientific Accreditations: ANECA Certification - Assistant Professor (2022) ANECA Certification - Associate Professor (2022) ANECA Certification - Private University Professor (2022) Six-Year Term in Educational Sciences (2015–2021) He has supervised Final Degree Projects and Master’s Theses , particularly in the area of Educational Guidance. His professional experience includes leadership roles as Director of the Department of Psychopedagogical Guidance at Efeso School and Director of Homes for Minors at the ANAR Foundation, where he managed interdisciplinary teams and public funding. He has also developed teaching materials for UNIR University, indicating broader educational outreach. While no formal lab or research team is mentioned, his involvement in service-learning and educational innovation suggests active participation in pedagogical development initiatives at Comillas.
Gerardo Domínguez Feijoo is a faculty member at the University of A Coruña, affiliated with the Ferrol Engineering Polytechnic University College and the University College of Industrial Design. He teaches in the Department of Business Organisation, delivering courses such as Business Management, Business and Competitiveness, Design Management, Industrial Logistics, and Planning and Management of Touristic Products across various undergraduate, master's, and professional programs. His research interests lie at the intersection of industrial engineering and business strategy, with a strong focus on sustainable tourism development, energy project evaluation, and design innovation. These are reflected in both his teaching portfolio and the topics of the theses he has supervised. While no formal scientific publications are listed, the supervised master's and final year projects indicate active engagement in applied research, particularly in energy systems and tourism transformation strategies. His work bridges engineering practice with business and management principles. He has supervised multiple final year and master's theses since 2013, including projects on wind farm economics, tourism conversion plans, and urban transformation through mega-events like the Olympics. He also participates in teaching internships and professional placement components, contributing to student practical training. Dr. Domínguez Feijoo is involved in multidisciplinary academic teams focused on industrial design and tourism management, working within structured programs that integrate engineering, business, and environmental planning. His office is located in Despacho 2.3 at the University College of Industrial Design, where he holds regular tutoring hours for students.
Juan Alfredo Jácome Burgos is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the School of Civil Engineering, University of A Coruña (UDC), Spain. His work focuses on environmental technologies, particularly wastewater treatment and sustainable water systems. He teaches in various undergraduate and postgraduate programs, including Civil Engineering and Sustainable Water Management. His research interests include: Environmental Engineering Wastewater Treatment Biofilm Reactors Constructed Wetlands Water Quality Sanitary Engineering Sustainable Urban Drainage His recent publications reflect a strong focus on wastewater treatment technologies, plant operations, and sustainable water management, particularly in urban and river basin contexts. He has contributed extensively to technical courses and books on wastewater treatment organized by CEDEX and the University of A Coruña. Jácome Burgos has participated in numerous R&D projects funded by regional, national, and private institutions, demonstrating strong industry and public sector collaboration. His work often involves interdisciplinary teams and practical applications in water infrastructure. He is actively involved in academic service, with tutoring hours scheduled for 2024/2025. He holds ORCID 0000-0001-9067-2983 and other research identifiers. There is no indication of retirement or emeritus status.
Vanessa Mato Santiso is a faculty member in the Department of Business Organisation at the Faculty of Humanities, Universidade da Coruña (UDC), Spain. She teaches in the BA Degree in Fashion Industry Management and the Master's Degree in Textile Technology and Sustainable Fashion, delivering courses such as Strategic Management of Fashion Companies, Digital Fashion Business, and Ethics in the Value Chain. Her research is closely aligned with the Grupo Jean Monnet de Competencia y Desarrollo, focusing on sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and innovation in fashion and non-profit sectors. BA Degree in Fashion Industry Management – Core and Compulsory Subjects Master's Degree in Textile Technology and Sustainable Fashion – Optional Ethics Course Active tutoring hours scheduled for 2024/2025 in Coruña via in-person and Teams appointments Her research interests span sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), omnichannel marketing, social innovation, and cross-sector partnerships, particularly within the fashion industry. She investigates how digital transformation, consumer behavior, and ethical supply chains influence business models. Her work emphasizes the shift toward circular economies and degrowth frameworks in fashion, analyzing Generation Z’s loyalty patterns and logistics in omnichannel experiences. The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong interdisciplinary focus on sustainable business, non-profit collaboration, and educational innovation. They span journals and books in business, sustainability, public relations, and higher education, often co-authored with Marta Rey-García. Key thematic trends include CSR communication, stakeholder engagement, circular business models, and pedagogical innovation in sustainable fashion education. Scientific Awards and Recognition: No formal awards or fellowships explicitly listed in the provided text. Vanessa Mato Santiso has actively directed or co-directed numerous final-year dissertations and master's theses since 2013, mentoring students on topics such as digital transformation in fashion, omnichannel strategies, and sustainability. She has participated in multiple funded research projects, including: EU-funded I+D+I Projects: Focused on competitiveness and development, led by Adina Dumitru (2021–2023). Autonomous Programs (Galicia): Led by Emma Mª Iglesias Vázquez (2016–2020, 2020–2023). National Programs (Spain): Led by Luis Ignacio Álvarez González and María José Sanzo Pérez (2020–2023). EU Jean Monnet Projects: Led by Marta Rey García (2014–2017). She is part of the research group Grupo Jean Monnet de Competencia y Desarrollo, contributing to collaborative academic efforts in sustainability, CSR, and social innovation. Her work integrates research, teaching, and community engagement, particularly through case studies and innovative pedagogical practices in fashion and business education.
Ollie Steward is an Associate Tutor and PhD candidate at the University of East Anglia, Faculty of Science, School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology. He conducts research in the Warren cardiovascular lab group while supporting teaching activities across science programs. Education: Bachelor of Biomedical Science, University of East Anglia (2023) Masters by Research in Cardiovascular Science, University of East Anglia (recently completed) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate, University of East Anglia (current) Research Interests Steward investigates fundamental mechanisms of vascular ageing through dual focuses on cytoskeletal crosstalk in vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) and matrix stiffness responses. His work integrates cellular ageing pathways with post-translational modification analysis, particularly examining how integrin alpha7beta1 deficiency alters satellite cell dynamics in skeletal muscle. This research bridges vascular biology, musculoskeletal physiology, and molecular signaling to address age-related degenerative processes. Scientific Awards No scientific awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the available information. Advising and Grants As an early-career doctoral researcher, Steward has no formal advisees. The provided text contains no references to grants, funding sources, or research contracts associated with his projects. Laboratory Affiliations Steward is embedded in the Warren cardiovascular research group at UEA, where he utilizes advanced methodologies including primary vascular cell culture, polyacrylamide hydrogel systems for mechanical stimulation, confocal microscopy for cellular imaging, and western blotting for protein modification analysis. His technical expertise spans both vascular and musculoskeletal model systems.
KDP Barnfather is a Specialist in Prosthodontics at the School of Dentistry, University of Leeds, within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. He has been providing clinical tuition since 2004 in Restorative Dentistry, Periodontology, and Prosthodontics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. He serves as MClinDent subject lead for Periodontology and as a Finals Examiner. His research interests are centered on Periodontology and Restorative Dentistry . In Periodontology, he investigates the role of antioxidants, lifestyle factors, systemic health, tobacco use, and gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) in periodontal disease. In Restorative Dentistry, his focus is on the clinical utility and effectiveness of all-ceramic restorations in reconstructive dental procedures. The available information does not include recent publications, but his research themes suggest a strong translational focus on improving clinical outcomes through biomaterials and understanding the interplay between oral and systemic health. He is an active member of several professional organizations and has delivered lectures internationally at major dental research conferences, including the International Association of Dental Research and Perio/Cardiology meetings. British Society of Periodontology British Society of Restorative Dentistry British Society of Prosthodontics Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) General Dental Council (GDC) - Specialist Status in Prosthodontics He is involved in significant educational leadership, serving as Clinical Tutor for undergraduate Years 4 and 5, Postgraduate Tutor for the MClinDent (Advanced GDP) program, and as an examiner. There is no indication of external grant funding or student supervision in the provided text. He is affiliated with the School of Dentistry at the University of Leeds, where he contributes to both clinical training and academic leadership in periodontal education.
Rachelle Ashcroft is an Associate Professor at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto, cross-appointed to the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine. She holds a PhD from Wilfrid Laurier University, with postdoctoral training at CAMH. Her research focuses on primary health care teams, interprofessional collaboration, and virtual care. Key roles include Vice-President (2019–2023) and Director at Large (2023–2025) of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW), and leadership in the TUTOR-PHC research program. Education: BSW and MSW (University of Manitoba), PhD (Wilfrid Laurier University), Postdoc (CAMH). Research Interests: Primary health care integration, mental health policy, virtual care, social work roles in healthcare teams. Her work emphasizes organizational contexts supporting team-based care and patient-centered approaches. Notable grants include studies on social work capacity in primary care and patient experiences with virtual care. Awards include the Patients’ Choice Award (2018) and Centre for Interprofessional Education Bursary. Teaching includes courses on mental health practice, health policy, and social work in healthcare settings. She is a core investigator in INSPIRE-PHC and collaborates nationally on primary care innovation.
Mark Haddad is a Senior Lecturer in Health Service Research and Senior Tutor for Research at City, University of London. He previously held positions at King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry, including Clinical Research Fellow and Visiting Senior Research Fellow . His career spans clinical nursing (mental and general) until 2014 and academic research in mental health, depression, and epidemiology. University: City, University of London School: School of Health Sciences Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer Education: PhD, King’s College London (2008) MSc Epidemiology, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (2002) BSc(Hons), University of Greenwich (1995) Registered Mental Nurse (1990), Registered General Nurse (1988) Research Interests: Mark specializes in depression , primary care mental health , epidemiology , and educational evaluation , with a focus on comorbid physical and mental health problems. He has led projects like UPBEAT-UK (depression and heart disease) and Engager (prison mental health interventions). Scientific Awards: Medical Research Council Clinical Training Fellowship Advising and Grants: Mark supervises PhD students including Sarah Horan and Fabia Bass-Fagan. He has secured over £2 million in grants, notably from NIHR for the Engager program and Health Foundation funding for the QUEST project.
Dr. José Ignacio Ramírez Manent serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the School of Medicine, University of the Balearic Islands. He has consistently taught Family and Community Medicine (Subject 23041) for the Medical Degree in Mallorca across six consecutive academic years (2020-21 through 2025-26), maintaining active tutoring schedules requiring student appointments. His research spans translational public health initiatives focused on high-prevalence diseases, global health systems, and integrated sociosanitary care models. This interdisciplinary work bridges clinical practice with population-level health service delivery, emphasizing community-based medical approaches and healthcare accessibility in regional contexts. As a thesis supervisor for the 2025-26 academic year, he mentors doctoral candidates in two specialized programs: the PhD in Translational Research in Public Health and High-Prevalence Diseases and the PhD in Global Health, Health Services and Social and Healthcare Care , guiding advanced research in healthcare delivery systems and disease management frameworks.
Jose Ignacio Ricarte Diez serves as an Associate Professor in the School of Medicine at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), where he specializes in Family and Community Medicine. He has consistently taught subject 23041 - "Family and Community Medicine" for the Medical Degree program in Mallorca from the 2020-21 academic year through the current 2024-25 year, with confirmed teaching responsibilities extending to the 2025-26 academic year. Professor Ricarte Diez's academic work centers on Family Medicine and Community Medicine , reflecting his long-term teaching assignment in this core medical discipline. His educational focus emphasizes comprehensive patient care within community settings and the integration of medical practice with local healthcare systems. The consistency of his teaching role across six consecutive academic years demonstrates specialized expertise in preparing medical students for primary care practice. Professional engagement includes maintaining an official university profile at personal.uib.es/jose-ignacio.ricarte and a research presence through Dialnet, a prominent Ibero-American scientific database. Students seeking academic guidance must schedule appointments through the university's formal tutoring system, as specified in his faculty profile.
PD Dr. Miriam Altermatt is a Privatdozent (equivalent to Associate Professor) at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology (D-HEST) of ETH Zurich. She serves as a tutor for the Master's program in Health Sciences and Technology, specializing in Medical Technology, Human Movement Science and Sport, Neuroscience, and Rehabilitation and Inclusion. Her research spans several key areas in neuroscience and rehabilitation: Neural Control of Movement Neurophysiology Neurorehabilitation Resilience Her group actively investigates neural control of bimanual movements, motor fatigability, regulation of the arousal system, and upper limb rehabilitation, aiming to translate basic science into clinical practice. Dr. Altermatt leads the Neural Control of Movement group (www.ncm.hest.ethz.ch), which is dedicated to advancing the understanding of human movement and developing innovative technologies for neurorehabilitation.
Beysun Güneri serves as a Lecturer at Akdeniz University's Göynük Cuisine Arts Vocational School in the Department of Hotel, Restaurant and Catering since 2019, following her role as Research Assistant at the university's Faculty of Education (2006-2010). Her academic profile uniquely integrates tourism management with culinary arts expertise within Turkey's vocational education framework. Her educational foundation includes: Doctorate in Tourism Management, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Tourism (2010-2018) Postgraduate in Educational Sciences, Akdeniz University, Faculty of Education (2005-2010) Undergraduate in Tourism Management Education, Gazi University (1999-2003) Güneri's research centers on Tourism and Hotel Management, Vocational Education, and Culinary Arts, with specializations in tourist motivation typologies, sustainable hospitality practices, and gastronomy education methodologies. Her work consistently bridges theoretical tourism concepts with practical culinary applications, particularly in Turkish regional cuisines and vocational training models. Analysis of her 31 Web of Science publications reveals evolving research trajectories: early work focused on educational psychology in tourism programs, while recent studies (2022-2025) emphasize digital transformation (QR menus), circular economy applications, and post-pandemic operational challenges in hospitality. Her scholarship increasingly examines sociocultural dimensions including women's entrepreneurship in gastronomy and cultural heritage preservation through regional foods like Mersin Tantuni. She actively contributes to research projects: Creative Delicacies from Little Hands Project (2024) Taste Your Teacher Culture! Project (2024) EU Experience in Molecular Gastronomy (2017-2018) Administratively, she serves on the Department Quality Commission and College Management Board at her vocational school since 2021, shaping culinary education standards while teaching courses spanning tourism geography to advanced pastry techniques.
Francisco José Molina Castillo is a Full Professor at the Department of Business Organization and Finance, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Murcia. He holds a PhD with Extraordinary and National awards from AEMARK, and dual undergraduate degrees from University of Murcia and Manchester Metropolitan University. His teaching spans undergraduate to PhD levels across disciplines like marketing, business models, and mobile marketing, with visiting professorships at Delft University, Michigan State University, and others. PhD in Marketing (University of Murcia, 2006) Master in Foreign Trade Management (ENAE Business School, 2002) Bachelor in Business Administration and Management (University of Murcia, 2001) Bachelor in Accounting and Finance in Europe (Manchester Metropolitan University, 2001) His research focuses on innovation and new technologies, particularly in launching new products and designing innovative business models. He has authored over 50 JCR journal articles and 90 conference communications, with research stays at Delft University of Technology (2005) and Michigan State University (2008). Key journals include Harvard Business Review , Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science , and Technovation . He has secured three six-year research periods and one six-year transfer fellowship. Scientific awards include the Fast Forward Entrepreneurship Educator of the Year and AEMARK’s National Thesis Award. Management roles include coordinating virtual classroom innovation (2018-2022), directing master’s programs in marketing and foreign trade, and serving as Erasmus tutor. He co-founded research groups ITO: Organizational Technological Innovation and Marketing , and contributes to chairs like Family Business and Innovation Ecosystem. Collaborations span institutions such as University of Manchester and WU Vienna University.
Elias Avramidis is a Professor at the University of Thessaly specializing in Research Methodology in Inclusive Education and Educational Sciences. His office is located in the Papastratos Complex, Rosa Imvrioti Building (2nd floor, No 7) with student consultation hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 14:00-15:00. Email: avramidis@uth.gr Telephone: 24210-74853 His research centers on Social and Educational Research Methodology, Mixed Methods Research, Sociometric techniques, Special Education, and Pedagogy of Integration. Avramidis investigates social participation of students with special educational needs, teacher attitudes toward inclusion, and evidence-based interventions like peer tutoring and Circle of Friends programs. Recent publications (2019-2024) demonstrate cross-national collaboration across Greece, Canada, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. His work employs mixed-methods designs to examine collective efficacy frameworks, teacher self-efficacy predictors, and longitudinal social dynamics of students with learning difficulties. Key trends include developing inclusive practice measurement tools and analyzing pandemic impacts on teacher resilience.
