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Isabella AlexanderView profile

Professor

University of Technology SydneyAustralia

Professor Isabella Alexander is a distinguished legal historian and intellectual property scholar at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Faculty of Law. She specializes in copyright law with a particular focus on its historical dimensions and application to cartography and visual works. As a leading researcher in her field, she holds significant research grants including ARC Discovery projects on copyright law in the 21st century and copyright in cartography. Her educational background includes: PhD from the University of Cambridge LLB (Hons) from the Australian National University BA (Hons) from the Australian National University Professor Alexander's research explores how laws inform and regulate the creation, circulation and reception of knowledge and culture from a historical perspective. Her work bridges legal history with contemporary intellectual property challenges, particularly in areas of copyright for visual works, cartography, and digital creativity. She has made significant contributions to understanding the historical development of copyright principles and their application to modern technological contexts. An analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of copyright law with visual culture, cartography, and emerging digital challenges including AI-generated content and memes. Her work demonstrates a clear trajectory toward interdisciplinary approaches that connect historical legal frameworks with contemporary technological and cultural phenomena, showing increasing engagement with how historical understanding can inform solutions to modern intellectual property challenges. Her notable scientific achievements include: 2023 LSAANZ Award for published scholarly book/monograph for "Copyright and Cartography: History, Law, and the Circulation of Geographical Knowledge" Professor Alexander has secured significant research funding as Lead Chief Investigator on the ARC Discovery grant "Hacking Copyright Law in the 21st Century: Art, Law, History and Technology" and as sole Chief Investigator on "Copyright and Cartography: Understanding the past, shaping the future." She has actively contributed to policy development through submissions to the Australian Productivity Commission's Inquiry into IP Arrangements and on addressing copyright infringement online through secondary liability and website blocking mechanisms. She currently serves as President of the Australian and New Zealand Law and History Society and is a member of the Governing Board of the International Society for the History and Theory of Intellectual Property, demonstrating her leadership and influence in both national and international academic communities.

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Lisa L. WynnView profile

Professor

Macquarie UniversityAustralia

Lisa L. Wynn is Professor in the School of Social Sciences (Discipline of Anthropology) at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia. She serves as Associate Editor of American Ethnologist (2022-2027) and previously held leadership positions including President of the Australian Anthropological Society (2020) and membership on the AAS Executive Committee (2018-2021). Wynn earned her PhD in 2003 from Princeton University's Anthropology Department, followed by postdoctoral positions at Princeton's Office of Population Research and Center for Health and Wellbeing. Her research program centers on gender, reproductive health technologies, sexuality, and religion, with continuous fieldwork in Egypt since 1998. More recently, she has expanded her work to examine ethics review bureaucracies, lay understandings of infectious disease, and young adult vaping behaviors in Australia. Her methodological approach combines deep ethnographic engagement with critical analysis of how power structures intersect with medical technologies and bodily experiences, particularly among marginalized communities. Analysis of her recent publications reveals an evolving trajectory that maintains her foundational interest in Middle Eastern contexts while increasingly addressing digital spaces (as seen in studies of online fatwas) and contemporary health crises (including pandemic responses and vaping culture), with consistent attention to bodily autonomy and reproductive justice. Her significant scholarly contributions have been recognized through multiple prestigious awards: Vice Chancellor's Teaching Excellence Award from Macquarie University (2009) Australian Award for Teaching Excellence (2012) OLT National Teaching Fellowship (2012-2014) Leeds Honor Prize from the Society for Urban, National, and Transnational/Global Anthropology (2008) Wynn actively mentors graduate researchers specializing in gender, sexuality, medicine and technology, with particular emphasis on sexual and reproductive health. Her research program has received substantial funding from the Social Science Research Council, Australian Research Council, Office of Learning and Teaching, and Hort Innovation. Notably, she co-led a major international project to develop multilingual sexual and reproductive health resources that have reached millions of users across 208 countries. She also created a free online ethics training program for humanities and social sciences researchers at Macquarie University. Through collaborations with Cambridge Reproductive Health Consultants and other partners, Wynn has successfully translated academic research into accessible public resources, including evidence-based information on medication abortion available in six languages (English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Turkish, and Farsi).

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Fiona HumView profile

Senior Lecturer

Monash UniversityAustralia

Dr Fiona Hum is a Senior Lecturer at Monash University's Faculty of Law, where she conducts research and teaches. Admitted as a solicitor and barrister of the Supreme Court of Victoria, she previously practiced commercial litigation, criminal law, and personal injury law while consulting for major insurers and the Victorian police force. Her doctorate from the University of Melbourne focused on Northern Territory euthanasia laws. Education: Doctorate in Law, University of Melbourne (thesis on euthanasia laws) Admitted Solicitor and Barrister, Supreme Court of Victoria Research Focus: Dr Hum's work centers on Evidence Law , Wrongful Convictions , and Gender/Race Relations in Law , with pioneering studies on compassion training for law students now expanding into climate change law. Her research directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals for justice, equality, and well-being through interdisciplinary approaches connecting legal theory with psychological and social frameworks. Publication Trends: Recent work (2022-2025) analyzes high-profile cases like Kathleen Folbigg and Cardinal Pell while advancing evidence law pedagogy through her Cambridge University Press textbook. Earlier scholarship (2010) established foundational critiques of gender bias in evidentiary processes, particularly regarding women complainants and pregnant patients. Scientific Awards: Faculty Teaching Award for Teaching Excellence (2010) Certificate of Recognition for S1 Unit Performance (2015) Certificate of Recognition for S2 Unit Improvement (2016) Nominee: Inspiring Woman Award (2021) Nominee: Australian Legal Education Award (2023) Advising & Professional Impact: Accepting PhD students, Dr Hum actively shapes legal education through curriculum innovation and peer review for top journals ( University of New South Wales Law Journal , Sydney Law Review ). Her external collaborations include specialist lectures for Monash's Faculty of Medicine and keynotes at national conferences like the Women's Lawyers Conference on 'Justice for All'. Institutional Roles: Current member of the Australasian Law Academics Association (2025-2028) and former Honorary Fellow at the University of Melbourne (2019-2021), she bridges academic rigor with real-world legal practice through ongoing consultancy work.

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Sujatha FernandesView profile

Professor

University of SydneyAustralia

Sujatha Fernandes is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Sydney, joining in 2016. Previously, she held positions at Queens College and the City University of New York’s Graduate Center, and was a Wilson-Cotsen Fellow at Princeton University. She earned a PhD in Political Science from the University of Chicago. Her research focuses on social and labor movements, global Black cultures, migrant workers, and anti-Blackness in the Americas. She has authored six books, including The Cuban Hustle (2020) and Curated Stories (2017), and her work explores storytelling, climate justice, and marginalized communities. Dr. Fernandes has received grants such as the Australian Research Council’s Discovery Project (2021) and contributed to initiatives like the Racial Justice and the Curriculum Project at the University of Sydney. She has been featured in global media, including The New York Times , NPR , and Orion Magazine . Her writing spans academic articles, creative nonfiction, and op-eds addressing climate displacement, migrant rights, and cultural policy. Notable works include analyses of Venezuela’s urban movements, Cuba’s cultural politics, and domestic worker advocacy. She sits on the editorial board of Transition: The Magazine of Africa and the Diaspora . Her interdisciplinary approach bridges sociology, anthropology, and literature, with ongoing projects in climate fiction and interlinked short stories.

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Amy MullensView profile

Professor

University of Southern QueenslandAustralia

Professor Amy Mullens (University of Southern Queensland) is a leading academic in public health, gender studies, and clinical psychology. Her work focuses on sexual and reproductive health, transgender health equity, and healthcare access for marginalized populations, particularly within correctional systems. Key Affiliations : School of Psychology and Wellbeing, Centre for Health Research, Institute for Resilient Regions. Research Themes : Intersectional health disparities, HIV/STI prevention, gender-affirming healthcare, and mental health interventions. Research Trends : Recent publications emphasize digital health tools for STI/HIV risk prediction, transgender health policy, and qualitative analyses of incarceration experiences. She frequently collaborates on systematic reviews and mixed-methods studies addressing health equity. Advising : Supervises 16+ doctoral and master’s students (2021-2025) on topics spanning trauma, health literacy, and sexual health interventions.

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Raaj Kishore BiswasView profile

Research Fellow

University of SydneyAustralia

Raaj Kishore Biswas is a Biostatistician and Research Fellow at the Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, and a part-time Research Biostatistician at Sydney Local Health District (NSW Health). He holds a PhD in Road Safety and Transport Analytics (UNSW Sydney, 2022) and advanced degrees in Biostatistics and Applied Statistics. His research focuses on lifestyle factors, non-communicable diseases, and global health equity, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Affiliations: Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney Sydney Local Health District (part-time) Member, Sydney Southeast Asia Centre Member, Charles Perkins Centre Research Interests: Biostatistical methods, public health analytics, physical activity epidemiology, maternal-child health, and global health policy. He specializes in analyzing large-scale datasets (e.g., UK Biobank) and collaborating on randomized controlled trials and observational studies. Publications: Over 80 peer-reviewed articles in journals like European Heart Journal , BMC Medicine , and PLOS One . Recent work emphasizes sleep patterns, cardiovascular risk, and pandemic preparedness in LMICs. Grants: Recipient of Charles Perkins Centre Professional Development Award (2024) and contributor to trials like the Active Women over 50 project. Labs/Teams: Leads the Physical Activity, Lifestyle, and Population Health team at Charles Perkins Centre, collaborating globally on projects addressing healthcare access and behavioral interventions.

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Melissa JohnstonView profile

Lecturer

University of QueenslandAustralia

Melissa Johnston is a Lecturer in the School of Political Science and International Studies at the University of Queensland and Deputy Director of the Rotary Peace Centre. She holds a PhD in Politics from Murdoch University and was awarded a prestigious Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (2022-2025) for her project on Brideprice, Conflict and Violence Against Women in Southeast Asia. Her research focuses on two interconnected areas: the role of misogyny and violence against women in violent extremism and populism, and the political economy of post-conflict rebuilding. Her groundbreaking work demonstrates that support for violence against women is the best predictor of support for violent extremism—a finding cited multiple times by the UN Secretary General in 2019 and 2020. Her second research stream examines how gender programming by international development agencies is shaped by power relations between men and women, particularly in Timor-Leste where brideprice practices influence both class formation and gender injustices. Dr. Johnston's recent publications reveal a clear trend toward analyzing the material basis of gender-based violence in conflict settings, with increasing focus on Southeast Asia (particularly Myanmar, Sri Lanka, and Timor-Leste), the intersection of brideprice systems with conflict dynamics, and theoretical development of feminist political economy frameworks. Her work bridges empirical research with policy impact, particularly through her DECRA project and collaborations with international organizations. Winner of the 2019 Australian Political Studies Association thesis prize Winner of the 2024 BISA IPEG book prize for 'Rebuilding Patriarchy' Winner of the 2021 Australian International Political Economy Network best journal article prize Discovery Early Career Researcher Award recipient (2022-2025) Research cited in UN Secretary General Reports and international policy statements Dr. Johnston actively supervises PhD students working on Indonesia, Myanmar, and Timor-Leste, with current projects examining jihadist recruitment of children, matrilineal societies in borderlands, and investment de-risking in Indonesia. She has secured significant funding including a Global Affairs Canada grant for 'Supporting Democratic Action in Myanmar' (2024-2026) and her ARC DECRA project (2022-2025). Her research has direct policy applications, particularly through her role at the Rotary Peace Centre where she oversees the Applied Field Experience and academic mentorship for Rotary Peace Fellows.

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Kath AlburyView profile

Professor

Swinburne University of TechnologyAustralia

Prof Kath Albury is an ARC Future Fellow and Professor at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education. She leads the Digital and Data Capabilities for Sexual Health Policy and Practice project (2022-2026) and co-leads Swinburne's Platform Society + Digital Economy program. Her research focuses on digital technologies' impact on sexual health, LGBTQ+ communities, and data literacy. She co-authored Everyday Data Cultures (2022) and Data for Social Good (2023). Awards include the Swinburne Vice-Chancellor's Research Excellence Award (2022). She collaborates internationally, including with Sweden on digital sexual health projects. Her grants include funding from ARC, VicHealth, and the eSafety Commissioner. She advises on health policy and serves on committees for organizations like ACON Health and Family Planning NSW. Research interests span digital sexual health, platform governance, and inclusive AI. Recent work addresses sextech, LGBTQ+ safety online, and youth digital practices. She is unavailable for PhD supervision in 2026 due to leave. Key collaborations include the ARC Centre of Excellence for Automated Decision-Making and Society (ADMS) and the Swedish/Australian Digital Sexual Health project. She advocates for data justice and community-centred digital practices in health and disaster preparedness.

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Henry KhaView profile

Senior Lecturer

University of New South WalesAustralia

Dr Henry Kha is a Senior Lecturer in Law at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), affiliated with the School of Private & Commercial Law. He holds a PhD from the University of Queensland and a Juris Doctor from UNSW. Previously, he served as Senior Lecturer at Macquarie University, Lecturer at the University of Auckland, and Tutor at the University of Queensland. Education: PhD (University of Queensland), JD (UNSW), B.A. (Advanced) (Honours) in Chinese Studies and History (University of Sydney), Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (College of Law). Affiliations: Vice-President of the Australian and New Zealand Law and History Society; Fellow of the Higher Education Academy; Academic Fellow of Warrane College UNSW. His research focuses on family law from legal historical and contemporary perspectives, including divorce law reform, Indigenous children’s rights, and family property law. He has authored/co-authored multiple books and over 20 peer-reviewed articles. Notable works include A History of Divorce Law: Reform in England from the Victorian to Interwar Years (Routledge, 2021) and Teaching Family Law: Reflections on Pedagogy and Practice (Routledge, 2024). His scholarly contributions span legal ethics, bioethical inquiry, and cross-jurisdictional comparisons of family law. He has contributed to projects supported by the Francis Forbes Society and is editing a forthcoming Routledge volume on Family Law and Religion: Global Perspectives . Awards: Dean’s List (UNSW), University of Sydney Entry Scholarship. Practice Experience: Legal associate at the Family Court of Australia; admitted as a solicitor in NSW and High Court of Australia.

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Julia DuffyView profile

Research Fellow

Queensland University of TechnologyAustralia

Dr Julia Duffy is a Research Fellow at the Australian Centre for Health Law Research within the Faculty of Business and Law at Queensland University of Technology. Her work focuses on the intersection of human rights, mental capacity, and legal frameworks for adults with cognitive disabilities. She authored the 2023 book Mental Capacity, Dignity and the Power of International Human Rights (Cambridge University Press) and coordinates the ACHLR feminist bioethics reading group. Doctor of Philosophy, Queensland University of Technology Master of Laws (1st Class), University of Cambridge LLB (University Medal), Queensland University of Technology Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (Women’s Studies), City University of New York Bachelor of Arts, University of Sydney Her research examines legal and ethical frameworks for supported decision-making, adult guardianship, and the indivisibility of human rights. She analyzes how mental health law and guardianship systems can better align with international human rights obligations, particularly for marginalized groups like adults with cognitive disabilities. Recent publications explore topics such as abortion rights for women with cognitive impairments, critiques of 'least restrictive' mental health treatment standards, and comparative studies of supported decision-making programs. Her work frequently addresses tensions between legal paternalism and individual autonomy. Australian Postgraduate Research Award (2019) Cambridge Commonwealth Trust funding (2001-2002) Clare Hall Hart Bursary (2001-2002) Dr Duffy has held senior roles in Queensland government agencies, including Deputy Public Guardian, and has contributed legal policy advice on health law, child protection, and regulatory frameworks. She has served on multiple tribunals and boards, including the Psychology Board of Queensland and Osteopathy Board of Australia.

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Steve CollinsView profile

Professor

Macquarie UniversityAustralia

Steve Collins is a Professor and Discipline Chair of Media and Communications at Macquarie University's School of Communication, Society and Culture. He holds a PhD in copyright law and fair use from Macquarie University (2006), an MA in Cyberculture and Law (2002), and an LL.B (Hons) from Anglia Ruskin University (1997). His research focuses on intersections of law, technology, and creative industries, with particular emphasis on copyright law, music production, and digital media. Collins has taught media law, music production, and legal studies in Australia and internationally. He is the course authority for programs including the Bachelor of Media and Communications and Master of Media and Communications. Collins is also a musician under aliases like INfest8 and Konqistador, producing albums such as 'Nafada' (2019), which explores Middle Eastern themes and gendered resistance. His creative work intersects with research on authorship, remix culture, and digital rights. He has received a Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2016). Education: PhD in Law, Macquarie University (2006) MA Cyberculture and Law, Macquarie University (2002) LL.B (Hons), Anglia Ruskin University (1997) Recent Research: AI's impact on music production Copyright law in digital remix cultures Technocapitalism and music industry standards His publications span music law, digital media, and creative industries. He has led projects like 'Words in Place: A Digital Cartography of Australian Writers' (2014–2015) and contributed to studies on global musician practices.

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Stephanie CollinsView profile

Associate Professor

Monash UniversityAustralia

Stephanie Collins is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Monash University, specializing in moral, social, and political philosophy. Her research primarily examines theories of group agency and responsibility, addressing questions about whether groups can genuinely 'do wrong' and the nature of collective obligations. She completed a major ARC-funded project 'Organisations’ Wrongdoing: From Metaphysics to Practice,' resulting in her monograph Organizations as Wrongdoers . Her research spans group agency, care ethics, associative duties, human rights, and obligations in collective action problems. Recent publications focus on organizational accountability, climate obligations, and the temporal dimensions of collective responsibility. Collins serves as associate editor for several philosophy journals and was President of the International Social Ontology Society. Key awards include: Annette Baier Prize (2024) Paul Bourke Award for Early Career Research (2024) Finnish Society for Aesthetics Article of the year (2023) Annual Essay Prize at Antwerp Centre for Philosophical Psychology (2021)

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Siun GallagherView profile

Research Fellow

University of SydneyAustralia

Dr. Siun Gallagher is a Research Fellow at the Sydney School of Public Health , affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney. Her work bridges biomedical ethics, health policy, and qualitative research methodologies. Education : Bachelor of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin Master of Public Health, University of Sydney PhD in Medicine, University of Sydney Research Interests focus on: ethical challenges in clinical practice, professionalism in commercialized medicine, health technology assessment, and equity in healthcare resource allocation. She explores how systemic complexity affects medical decision-making, particularly in assisted reproductive technology (ART) and genomic screening. Recent Publications examine commercial influences in ART, ethical frameworks for ‘add-ons’ in reproductive care, testimonial injustice in patient-clinician interactions, and macroallocation dynamics in health systems. Her work emphasizes qualitative insights into professional values and policy conflicts. Current Projects include the gEnomics4newborns initiative, which integrates ethics and equity into genomic newborn screening. She also critiques informed financial consent and analyzes patient-led demand in ART. Teaching involves the Master of Bioethics program, where she imparts expertise in ethical reasoning and health policy.

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Marianne SisonView profile

Research Fellow

RMIT UniversityAustralia

Dr. Marianne Sison is an Honorary University Fellow at RMIT University's School of Media & Communication. Her research focuses on public relations ethics, corporate social responsibility (CSR), cultural studies, and global communication strategies, with a particular emphasis on Southeast Asia. She has supervised projects on city branding through social media and disaster communication in isolated communities, reflecting her interest in stakeholder engagement and community-driven approaches. Teaching interests include advocacy communication, diversity and inclusion, and the strategic use of public relations in multinational contexts. Her work often bridges theory and practice, addressing contemporary challenges such as workplace well-being for female professionals, ICT access in marginalized communities, and the ethical dimensions of global PR. Key research outputs include studies on CSR implementation in multinational companies, gender dynamics in workplaces during pandemics, and the role of public sector communicators in fostering global citizenship. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates cultural studies, organizational behavior, and international development perspectives.

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Julian KoplinView profile

Lecturer

Monash UniversityAustralia

Dr Julian Koplin is a Lecturer in Bioethics at Monash University's Monash Bioethics Centre. He previously held a Research Fellow position at the University of Melbourne (2018–2022). His research focuses on ethical implications of emerging technologies, including AI in healthcare, mitochondrial donation, human-animal chimeras, and organ allocation systems. Koplin has contributed to policy development through submissions to parliamentary inquiries on mitochondrial donation law reform and organ donation strategies. His work addresses cutting-edge bioethical dilemmas such as the moral status of brain organoids, ethical use of AI for consent processes, and governance of regenerative medicine. He leads projects exploring machine learning applications in embryo selection (funded 2022–2023) and epistemological issues in expertise (2014 Templeton Foundation grant). Koplin's interdisciplinary approach bridges philosophy, science, and public policy to address 21st-century biomedical challenges. Key contributions include analysis of AI text generation risks, critiques of organ market exploitation, and frameworks for evaluating human-animal chimera research. His work emphasizes balancing innovation with ethical responsibility, particularly in rapidly advancing fields like artificial intelligence and genetic engineering.

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