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• Criminology
• Organized Crime
• Human Trafficking
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Andrea Gimenez-Salinas Framis is a Professor of Criminology at the Pontifical University of Comillas , affiliated with the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences and Department of Sociology and Social Work. She also serves as President of the Foundation for Applied Research in Crime and Security (FIADyS) and holds a PhD in Law and Criminology from the University of Castilla-La Mancha. Education: PhD in Law and Criminology (University of Castilla-La Mancha), Master's in Criminology (University of Montreal), Law Degree (University of Barcelona) Her research focuses on organized crime , human trafficking for sexual exploitation, sexual offending , and crime prevention . Recent publications analyze offender treatment attrition, hate crime judicial decisions, and dark web drug markets. Her work employs empirical methods and comparative criminology frameworks. Key scientific awards include the Order of Merit of the Civil Guard (2016) , the Medal of Penitentiary Social Merit (2011, 2023) , and a Leonardo Grant from BBVA Foundation (2017) . She has participated in over 30 national and European research projects and serves on the Scientific Committee of the International PhD in Criminology at Catholic University of the Sacred Heart (Milan). Professional affiliations include associate researcher at the Center for Comparative Criminology (University of Montreal), member of the Global Initiative Network on Transnational Organized Crime, and co-director of the Criminology Collection at Síntesis Editorial. She has held research residencies at CNRS (France), University of Buenos Aires, and Rutgers University.

Antonia AbbeyView profile

Professor

• Social Psychology
• Women's Health
• Sexual Assault Prevention
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Antonia Abbey is a distinguished professor in the Department of Psychology at Wayne State University, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. She is a member of the WSU Academy of Scholars and has held editorial roles, including Editor of Psychology of Violence (2018–2024). Her research focuses on social psychology, particularly women's health, prevention of violence against women, and the role of alcohol in sexual aggression. She has led major NIH-funded studies since the late 1990s, investigating the psychosocial and contextual factors influencing sexual violence perpetration and victimization. Education : Ph.D. in Social Psychology, Northwestern University (1982) M.A. in Social Psychology, Northwestern University (1980) B.A. in Psychology, University of Michigan (1975) Research Interests : Abbey integrates social psychology, alcohol studies, and criminology to explore questions such as: Why do some men become sexually aggressive? How does alcohol interact with personality and past experiences to increase aggression? What factors hinder women's recovery from sexual assault? Her work addresses alcohol’s role in sexual risk-taking, sexual assault measurement, and interventions. Recent projects include virtual reality simulations to study sexual aggression dynamics. Awards : 2020: Elected to Wayne State University Academy of Honors 2016: Bonnie R. Strickland Distinguished Mentoring Award 2015: Board of Governors Distinguished Faculty Fellow Teaching : Undergraduate courses include Psychology of Gender and Health Psychology . Graduate courses cover advanced topics like Health Psychology I and Social Psychological Theory on Close Relationships . Grants & Grantsmanship : Recent funding includes NIH grants (2021–2026) for virtual reality studies on alcohol’s effects in dating scenarios and prior grants examining alcohol’s role in sexual assault etiology (2007–2011). She has advised national initiatives, including the Department of Defense’s 2014–2016 sexual assault prevention strategy. Labs/Teams : Abbey’s research group uses experimental and survey methods, collaborating on projects like the Sexual Experiences Survey (SES-V) validation and virtual reality simulations to study perpetrator behavior.

John FoubertView profile

Professor

• Sexual Assault Prevention
• Bystander Intervention
• Effects of Pornography
• +3 more

John Foubert, Ph.D., serves as Dean of the College of Education at Union University and teaches in their Higher Education Ed.D. program. He also holds the position of Highly Qualified Expert for Sexual Assault Prevention with the U.S. Army, regularly consulting at the Pentagon. In 1998, he founded the national nonprofit One in Four , which operated for 20 years to combat sexual violence on campuses and in the military. Education: Ph.D. in College Student Personnel Administration (University of Maryland), MA in Psychology (University of Richmond), BS in Psychology and Sociology (College of William and Mary) As an interdisciplinary scholar with 50+ peer-reviewed publications and 11 books , his research focuses on: Sexual Assault Prevention Bystander Intervention Training Pornography's Psychological Effects Trauma-Informed Practices Higher Education Administration His recent publications analyze pornography reduction programs, internet addiction impacts on academics, and sexual violence patterns across institutions. Media outlets like CNN, NPR, The New York Times , and Washington Post have featured his work. He has delivered 300+ professional presentations and testified before Congress on rape prevention strategies. Advising: No formal student list provided Grants: U.S. Army collaborations He maintains John D. Foubert, LLC consulting practice and partners with organizations including the White House , University of Georgia , and Mississippi Coalition Against Sexual Assault .

Christophe VandeviverView profile

Research Professor

• Geography of crime and crime control
• Crime science
• Sexual violence
• +5 more

Christophe Vandeviver is a Research Professor of Criminology (Ghent University Research Council BOFZAP) at the Department of Criminology, Criminal Law and Social Law, Ghent University, Belgium. He also serves as an International Research Fellow at the Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR) and was previously Co-President (2021-2023) and Fellow (2019-2024) of the Young Academy of Belgium. His academic journey includes a PhD, Master's and Bachelor's degree in Criminology from Ghent University, and a Master of Science in Quantitative Analysis in the Social Sciences from KUB-HUBrussel. His research interests span geography of crime and crime control, crime science, sexual violence, and quantitative research methods. Vandeviver applies computational and quantitative approaches to criminological questions, with particular focus on spatial patterns of crime, criminal networks, police patrol strategies, and forensic intelligence systems. His work bridges theoretical criminology with practical applications for law enforcement and crime prevention. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on network analysis in criminology, exploring co-offending patterns, spatial dynamics of crime, and the application of computational methods to understand criminal behavior. He has produced significant work on police-citizen interactions, sexual violence prevention, and the impact of environmental factors on crime patterns, showing consistent methodological rigor across diverse research areas. 2024 Knack 'Jong Talent' Laureaat van de Academie 2024 Open Science Award 2023 Promotor Proximus of UGent Doctor Honoris Causa of Prof. P. Jeffrey Brantingham (UCLA) 2021 Voorzitter van de Jonge Academie 2020 Ghent University Research Council Research Professor (BOFZAP) Vandeviver has supervised numerous doctoral students across diverse criminological topics including co-offending networks, police violence, sexual assault prevention, and corruption analysis. His grant portfolio includes multiple FWO-funded projects, European framework programs, and international collaborations with institutions in the Philippines, Ecuador, and China. He leads the Computational and Quantitative Criminology lab at Ghent University and is deeply involved in the Ghent University Crime Lab and Institute for International Research on Criminal Policy. His current research focuses on developing forensic intelligence tools, studying wildlife crime in Ethiopia, and analyzing corruption tolerance in educational sectors.

• Criminology
• Psychology
• Violence Against Women
• +3 more

Meritxell Pérez Ramírez is a Researcher at the Department of Psychology in the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences at Universidad Pontificia Comillas. She holds a Doctorate in Psychology from the University of Barcelona and a Master’s in Cognitive-Social Therapy. Her academic roles include serving as President of the Spanish Society of Criminological Research (SEIC) since 2024 and Secretary General of the Foundation for Applied Research in Crime and Security (FIADYS). She has conducted research stints at the University of Cambridge (2013) and Birmingham (2022). Dr. Pérez Ramírez’s research focuses on penal psychology, violence against women, and risk assessment. She has led programs for offenders in Spain, including coordination of treatment for gender violence perpetrators (2010-2014) and development of hate crime offender profiles. Her work bridges criminology with psychological intervention, emphasizing rehabilitation and policy implications. Education: PhD in Psychology (University of Barcelona), Licenciatura in Criminology (University of Barcelona), Master’s in Multivariate Statistics Professional Roles: President SEIC (2024-), SEIC Board Member (2013-2016), ANECA Certified University Lecturer (2023) Research Groups: Penal Law & Criminology, Clinical Psychology & Health Key Projects: Studies on hate crime offenders, serial rapists, and multi-perpetrator sexual assaults Her publications analyze criminal behavior patterns and rehabilitation efficacy, with recent focuses on predicting treatment attrition and recidivism in domestic violence cases. She advises on penal policy and conducts empirical studies for Spain’s prison institutions.

Chelsea SlaterView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Forensic Psychology
• Investigative Psychology
• Crime Linkage
• +7 more

Dr. Chelsea Slater is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology and Course Leader for the MSc in Forensic and Investigative Psychology at the University of Wolverhampton, within the School of Psychology, Faculty of Education, Health & Wellbeing. She has been with the university since 2016 and previously served as a Teaching Fellow and researcher at the University of Birmingham. Education: PhD in Forensic Psychology, University of Birmingham, UK (2016) B.A. in Psychology with Honours and Distinction, University of Michigan, USA (2010) Her research centers on investigative forensic psychology, particularly crime linkage, offender profiling, serial and sexual offenses, and statistical methodologies in criminal investigations. She explores behavioral consistency across crimes and the psychological underpinnings of criminal punishment and gender bias. Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on the empirical validation of crime linkage techniques, behavioral distinctions between serial and one-off offenders, and the application of psychological principles to real-world investigative challenges. These works are published in journals such as Behavioral Sciences and the Law and Journal of Police and Criminal Psychology , and presented at international conferences including the International Conference of Investigative Psychology. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Chartered Psychologist (Cpsychol) with the British Psychological Society (BPS) Dr. Slater actively contributes to academic mentoring and curriculum development. She has not listed any advisees in the provided text. She is involved in research projects related to offender behavior and investigative decision-making. There is no mention of external grants, but her work suggests collaboration with academic and possibly law enforcement partners. She is associated with the School of Psychology at the University of Wolverhampton, which supports research in forensic and investigative domains. While no specific lab or research team is named, her collaborative publications indicate active participation in research groups focused on forensic behavioral analysis.

• Forensic Biology
• DNA Analysis
• Crime Scene Investigation
• +5 more

Brendan Chapman is a Senior Lecturer and Chair of the School of Medical, Molecular and Forensic Sciences at Murdoch University’s College of Environmental and Life Sciences. He specializes in forensic genetics, DNA analysis, and cold case reviews, with over a decade of experience in WA government forensic laboratories and law enforcement. Notably, he co-founded the Cold Case Review @ Murdoch initiative with A/Prof David Keatley. His work integrates forensic science with criminal investigation methodologies, focusing on sexual assault, clandestine grave recovery, and microbiome analysis. Chapman’s research spans forensic intelligence, environmental DNA (eDNA), and novel techniques for evidence collection, such as photogrammetry for crime scene reconstruction. He has pioneered studies on microbial transfer in sexual intercourse and the application of genetic genealogy in forensic investigations. His expertise also includes forensic archaeology, wearable technology monitoring for crime scene investigators, and cryptocurrency forensics. His grants and collaborations emphasize practical applications, such as optimizing DNA recovery from crime scenes and developing training programs for disaster victim identification. He leads a multidisciplinary team addressing unresolved cases through advanced analytical and technological approaches, bridging gaps between academia, law enforcement, and forensic science.

Nafiseh GhafourniaView profile

Lecturer

• domestic violence
• social policy
• gender studies
• +9 more

Dr. Nafiseh Ghafournia is an Honorary Lecturer at the School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences at the University of Newcastle, Australia. She completed her PhD in Social Policy and Gender Studies at The University of Sydney in 2017, supported by the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) Scholarship. Dr. Ghafournia has extensive experience as a researcher and sessional academic, with teaching appointments spanning from 2009 to 2020 across various courses in sociology, health sciences, and nursing. Her educational background includes: Doctor of Philosophy (Social Work), University of Sydney Bachelor of Arts, Ferdowsi University of Meshed - Iran Master of Arts, University of Tehran - Iran Graduate Certificate in Policy Studies, University of Sydney Dr. Ghafournia's research focuses on the complex intersections of domestic violence, gender, culture, religion, and immigration. Her pioneering 2019 book 'Faith in Freedom: Muslim Immigrant Women's Experiences of Domestic Violence' examines how Muslim immigrant women in Australia experience domestic violence through an intersectional lens. She has published extensively on Islamic feminism, domestic violence policy, immigration policy, and cultural considerations in service provision. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2024) reveals a continued focus on Muslim women's experiences, domestic violence, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Her work demonstrates how pandemic conditions exacerbated existing vulnerabilities for refugee and immigrant communities while also highlighting community resilience and innovative communication strategies. Professional recognition includes: International Sociological Association (ISA) membership (2017) The Australian Association for the Study of Religion (AASR) membership (2019) The Australian Sociological Association (TASA) membership (2016) Australian Association of Islamic and Muslim Studies (AAIMS) membership (2019) Dr. Ghafournia has received the Hunter New England Health Excellence award in the category of Integrated Health (2017) and held the Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) Scholarship for her PhD studies (2011). Prior to her academic career, she worked as a Multicultural Health Liaison Officer with Hunter New England Health since 2010, delivering lectures and trainings to health professionals on cultural aspects of health and cultural competency. Her research has been supported by grants totaling $10,000, including projects focused on building capacity of refugee and immigrant women to live free from violence.

Matthew Barry JohnsonView profile

Professor

• Wrongful Conviction
• Interrogation and Confession
• Criminal Justice
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Matthew Barry Johnson is a Professor at the Psychology Department of John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY). His work bridges psychology and criminal justice, focusing on wrongful conviction, interrogation practices, and racial/social justice. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Adelphi University (1984). He authored a seminal 2021 Oxford University Press book on wrongful sexual assault convictions, earning an 'Outstanding Academic Title' award. His research includes developing the 'Interrogation Expectations' instrument to assess Miranda rights comprehension biases. Education: Ph.D., Adelphi University (1984, Clinical Psychology) M.A., Montclair State College (1980, Educational Psychology) B.A., Rutgers University (1976, American Studies) Affiliations: Editorial Boards: Journal of Ethnicity in Criminal Justice, Wrongful Conviction Law Review Advisory Board: Floridians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty His research highlights racial biases in sexual assault prosecution and the role of serial rapists in wrongful convictions. He has testified in high-profile cases, with his work cited in New Jersey Supreme Court rulings. Awards include the Elizabeth Hurlock Beckman Award (2020) and Bobby Wright Community Service Award (2019). Teaching spans undergraduate to doctoral levels, covering courses like Psychology and Law, Family Court, and Forensic Psychology. Active in professional organizations including the American Psychology-Law Society and Association of Black Psychologists.

• Criminology
• Sociology
• Sexual Assault
• +9 more

Dr. Denise Bissler is a full Professor in the Department of Criminology/Sociology at Randolph-Macon College. She holds a PhD in Sociology from North Carolina State University (2003), with specialties in Criminology and Gender/Race/Class Inequality, alongside MA and BA degrees in Sociology from the University of Akron (1997, 1994). Research Expertise: Sexual Assault Corporate Deviance and White-Collar Crime Media and Crime Opioid Crisis Incarcerated Juveniles Recent Publications: Focus on corporate crime pedagogy, slasher film analysis, and rape myth acceptance, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach combining criminological theory with cultural studies. Awards & Leadership: Excellence in Academic Advising (2022) Most Valuable Professor November 2020 (2021) United Methodist Church Exemplary Teaching Award (2019) Director of Criminology Major Vice-President of Southern Sociological Society President of Sociologists for Women in Society-South

Marina SorochinskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Investigative Psychology
• Wrongful Convictions
• Behavioral Analysis in Violent Crimes
• +3 more

Dr. Marina Sorochinski is a tenure-track Assistant Professor at St. John’s University’s Lesley H. and William L. Collins College of Professional Studies , within the Division of Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, and Homeland Security . Her expertise lies in applying psychological principles to improve police investigations, particularly in analyzing behavioral patterns in violent crimes and wrongful convictions. She holds a PhD in Psychology (specializing in Psychology & Law) from CUNY Graduate Center and an MA in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Dr. Sorochinski’s research focuses on investigative psychology, including evidence-based profiling for violent offenses, cyber-sexual abuse dynamics, and the systemic issues contributing to wrongful convictions. She has collaborated with agencies like the FBI and South African Police Service. Her work has been recognized through a prestigious National Institute of Justice fellowship. Education: PhD in Psychology (Psychology & Law), CUNY Graduate Center MA in Forensic Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice Her teaching spans courses such as Forensic Psychology , Wrongful Convictions , and Psychological Processes of Radicalization . She emphasizes empowering students beyond academics, advocating for transformative educational experiences. Dr. Sorochinski actively publishes and presents globally, contributing to both academic and policy-oriented discussions on criminal justice reform and victim advocacy. Awards: National Institute of Justice Research Fellowship Her research bridges theory and practice, addressing real-world challenges in criminal investigations and the profound societal impacts of wrongful convictions. She is committed to fostering interdisciplinary collaborations to advance justice systems internationally.

Duane DobbertView profile

Professor

• Forensic Behavioral Analysis
• Serial Killers
• Child Abduction
• +5 more

Duane Dobbert, Ph.D. , at Florida Gulf Coast University , serves as Program Coordinator for the Forensic Studies BS program within the Department of Justice Studies under the College of Arts & Sciences. His academic profile combines forensic behavioral analysis expertise with criminal justice research. Education: B.A. in Sociology/Economics (Albion College), M.A. in Rehabilitation Counseling (Michigan State University), Ph.D. in Human Services/Criminal Justice (Capella University) Research Focus includes: Behavioral analysis of serial killers , spree , and mass murderers Forensic psychology applications in legal competency and criminal profiling Due process constitutional law implications in criminal justice Child abduction and sexual assault prevention strategies Prominent Publications reveal expertise in: 2009 : Forensic analysis of serial killer psychology 2004 : Sexual predator prevention frameworks 2007 : Forensic evaluation of cattle mutilation evidence 2020 : Comparative study on distance learning effectiveness Awards & Recognition include: Multiple Who's Who Among America's Teachers citations (4th-9th editions) FGCU Author Series honors (2015) Continuing teaching excellence recognition at Tri-State University and FGCU Dobbert teaches: Seminal courses on criminal behavior theories and corrections Senior Seminar in Justice Studies Special topics courses on serial/spree/ideological killers

Carla AbodaloView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Criminal Justice
• Crime and Deviance
• Terrorism
• +4 more

Carla Abodalo, MS is a Senior Lecturer of Sociology at Albright College. She specializes in criminology, with a focus on violent crimes, including serial murder, domestic violence, and child sex abuse. Her research emphasizes connecting experiential and scholarly knowledge, exemplified by her creation of the departmental Crime Lab, which allows students to stage and analyze mock crime scenes. She advises the Criminal Justice Society and supports the Women and Gender Studies Program. Affiliations: Faculty at Albright College, Board Member of Safe Berks, and Berks County Domestic Violence Fatality Review Board. Research Interests: Domestic violence prevention, organized crime dynamics, and global advocacy against violence toward women and children. Her professional activities include documentaries on honor killings in the Middle East, panel discussions on child sexual abuse, and interviews on criminal justice reform. She advocates internationally for justice quality and violence reduction.

Elizabeth WhalleyView profile

Associate Professor

• Sexual and Gender Violence
• Institutional Responses to Sexual Violence
• Criminal-Legal Systems
• +7 more

Elizabeth Whalley serves as an Associate Professor in the Sociology & Criminology Department at Framingham State University. Her research centers on sexual and gender violence, institutional/cultural responses to sexual violence, criminal-legal systems, and critical criminology, with specialized focus on abolition, transformative justice, and social constructions of serial killing. She employs ethnographic, community-based, transnational, and mixed-methods approaches in examining carceral feminisms, rape crisis centers, institutional sexual assault protocols, and incarcerated women's mental health. Dr. Whalley actively collaborates with local organizations advocating to end incarceration.

Jasper van der KempView profile

Assistant Professor

• Criminology
• Forensic Psychology
• Geographical Offender Profiling
• +7 more

Jasper van der Kemp is an Assistant Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam's Faculty of Law, within the Criminal Law & Criminology department. He is also affiliated with the Amsterdam Laboratory for Legal Psychology (ALLP) and Empirical and Normative Studies. His research focuses on geographical offender profiling, serial offenders, and crime linkage analysis, with notable contributions to cold case investigations and wrongful conviction studies through Project Gerede Twijfel. He holds a psychology background and has been with VU Amsterdam since 2006. Education: Trained as a psychologist, conducted research at Netherlands Institute for the Study of Crime and Law Enforcement (NSCR) from 2001-2006. PhD research centered on offenders' geographical patterns and criminal careers. Research Interests: Specializes in spatial criminology, offender behavior analysis, and investigative psychology. Key areas include journeys-to-crime, modus operandi analysis, and crime scene behavior interpretation. Active in crime linkage research through the Crime Linkage International Network (C-LINK). Teaching: Coordinates courses in forensic criminology, crime analysis, and spatial criminology. Involves students in real-world projects like cold case analysis. Awards: Recipient of the Wiley Poster Prize (2005) from the European Association of Psychology and Law. Labs/Teams: Member of Amsterdam Laboratory for Legal Psychology (ALLP) and coordinates interdisciplinary cold case research initiatives.