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Professor Alisdair Gillespie is a faculty member at Lancaster University in the School of Law . His primary academic role is as a Professor , and he also serves as the University Academic Dean . Cybercrime Child Sexual Exploitation Legal Systems and Evidence Covert Surveillance Sexual Offences Professor Gillespie’s research focuses on cybercrime , particularly child sexual exploitation , including child pornography , grooming , and solicitation . His work extends to covert surveillance and legal systems , emphasizing evidence law and criminal justice . He has acted as an expert advisor to the UN, Council of Europe, EU , and UK government bodies , influencing policy on child protection and cybercrime . Projects like Designing a Model of Restorative Justice for Victims of Online Child Abusive Images (2021–2023) and Tackling Child Sexual Exploitation (2013) highlight his practical engagement. His PhD supervision interests cover Criminal Law, Sexual Offences, Covert Policing , and Criminal Justice (including Evidence ). Contact details include email : a.gillespie@lancaster.ac.uk and office : D23, D - Floor, University House .

• Cybercrime
• Child Sexual Exploitation
• Child Pornography
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Associate Professor Samantha Schulz is a sociologist of education at The University of Adelaide's School of Education, within the Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics. She specializes in educational justice, focusing on First Nations education, race critical theory, affect studies, and gender equity. Her work spans international contexts including Kenya, India, China, and Australia's APY Lands. She is co-convenor of the Pedagogies for Justice Research Group, affiliated with CRESI and the Fay Gale Centre for Research on Gender. As Program Director for the Master of Teaching program, she emphasizes socially engaged pedagogies. Recent research includes the ARC-funded 'Culturally Responsive Schooling' project (2022-24) and studies on gender-based violence in educational settings. Her publications explore decolonial methodologies, critical race theory, and the intersection of affect and pedagogy. Her grants include leadership roles in projects addressing Indigenous sovereignty in education, culturally responsive curriculum design, and restorative practices. Notable collaborations involve UniSA and Open University of Cyprus. She co-edits the Routledge 'Local Global Issues in Education' series and actively publishes on topics ranging from toxic masculinity in academia to anti-racist policy frameworks. Her advising focuses on fostering critical scholarship in Masters and PhD candidates, with research supervision emphasizing justice-oriented educational practices. She leads initiatives like 'Teaching in an era of digital influence' and has contributed to policy discussions on preventing violent extremism in schools. Her work bridges theoretical rigor with practical advocacy for marginalized communities in education systems globally.

• Sociology of Education
• Critical Pedagogies
• Culturally Responsive Schooling
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Vicki C. Jackson is the Laurence H. Tribe Professor of Constitutional Law at Harvard Law School, a leading scholar in U.S. and comparative constitutional law, and a prominent advocate for academic freedom and institutional integrity. Her research spans federalism, judicial independence, gender equality, and the interplay between constitutional law and international norms. Key Roles: Former Reporter for the ALI’s Project on Student Sexual Misconduct; served on leadership boards of AALS, International Association of Constitutional Law, and International Association of Women Judges. Practice Experience: Practiced law in the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel and private practice. Research Focus: Explores the role of knowledge institutions in sustaining constitutional democracies, proportionality in judicial review, and threats to academic and press freedoms under authoritarian regimes. Her work addresses the erosion of legal norms during the Trump administration. Recent Publications highlight attacks on universities, the press, and civil service through executive actions, funding cuts, and ideological coercion. These studies emphasize the constitutional duty to protect truth-seeking institutions. Scientific Leadership: Serves on advisory boards for Federal Law Review and Global Constitutionalism , and has co-edited major volumes on constitutionalism, proportionality, and federalism.

• Constitutional Law
• Comparative Constitutional Law
• Federal Courts
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Sylwia J. Piatkowska is an Associate Professor at the College of Criminology and Criminal Justice , Florida State University. Her research focuses on crime and deviance, comparative and international criminology, and advanced quantitative methods. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from SUNY Albany (2016) and a B.A./M.A. from Opole University (2006). Her work has been recognized with top honors from the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences for her impactful research on criminology. Key research interests include hate crimes, fiscal criminology, immigration policy impacts, and sentencing disparities. She has authored/co-authored influential studies such as “The New Fiscal Criminology” (2022) and “Suspended Licenses, Suspended Lives” (2020). Her recent work examines temporal trends in bias-motivated violence and the intersection of mental health, race, and gender in sentencing. Recent Awards: Top Honors from the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences for her book. Professional Roles: Member of the National Policing Institute’s Board of Directors and editor of leading criminology journals. Her research bridges macro-level structural factors with micro-level criminal behavior, emphasizing cross-national comparisons and policy implications. She is affiliated with Florida State University’s criminology research programs and actively contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed publications and institutional leadership.

• Crime and Deviance
• Comparative Criminology
• International Criminology
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Samara Klar is a Professor at the University of Arizona School of Government and Public Policy and holds the Melody S. Robidoux Fund Professorship. She serves as Co-Coordinator of the Arizona Policy Lab and specializes in political psychology, voter behavior, and public opinion research. Dr. Klar received her PhD in Political Science from Northwestern University with additional degrees from Columbia University and McGill University. Dr. Klar's research focuses on how personal identities and social surroundings influence political attitudes and behavior, employing experimental methods, surveys, and statistical tools. Her award-winning book Independent Politics (co-authored with Yanna Krupnikov) was published by Cambridge University Press in 2016, and she recently co-authored Partisan Hostility and American Democracy (University of Chicago Press, 2024). Her work appears in top journals including Science , Nature Human Behaviour , American Political Science Review , and Journal of Politics . Dr. Klar's research program demonstrates a clear trajectory from studying political independents and identity politics toward contemporary research on partisan polarization, affective polarization, and political behavior during crises. Her most recent work examines cross-border political influences, gender in politics, and the impact of social movements like #MeToo on political evaluations. Philip E. Converse Award Robert E. Lane Award Best Book in Experimental Political Science Scholar of the Year (2025) from University of Arizona's College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Dr. Klar has received research funding from the National Science Foundation, Time-sharing Experiments for the Social Sciences, and the Social Science Research Council. She founded WomenAlsoKnowStuff.com to promote women in political science, which has grown to feature over 2,000 women scholars and inspired similar initiatives globally. She regularly contributes to media outlets including the New York Times , Washington Post , and CNN.com, and provides expert consulting on public opinion and political communication.

• Political psychology
• Voter behavior
• Public opinion
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Jessica Ringrose is a Professor of Sociology of Gender and Education at the UCL Institute of Education (IOE), part of University College London's Faculty of Education and Society. She co-directs the UCL Centre for Sociology of Education and Equity and leads the global Phematerialism.org network, focusing on feminist posthumanism and new materialism in education. Her research centers on gender equity, digital media's impact on youth, and technologically facilitated sexual violence. Notable projects include the Mayor of London’s 'Women We See' initiative, which addressed advertising diversity, and studies on cyberflashing influencing the UK Online Safety Bill. She has also explored youth experiences of online harassment during the pandemic. Ringrose holds a PhD from York University (Canada) and has advised UK governmental bodies, educational institutions, and NGOs on gender and digital safety. Her awards include the 2020 AERA Gender Equity Award. She advocates for inclusive education policies, digital literacy, and feminist methodologies to combat gender-based violence. Education: PhD in Sociology from York University, Canada Key Projects: Online Safety Bill advocacy (cyberflashing criminalization) 'Women We See' advertising diversity campaign AHRC-funded 'Postdigital Intimacies' research network Public Engagement: Regular media contributions to BBC, The New York Times, and The Guardian. Her work bridges academia and activism, emphasizing intersectional approaches to gender, sexuality, and digital justice.

• Gender Studies
• Digital Media Studies
• Education Policy
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Mala Htun is a Professor of Political Science at the University of New Mexico, specializing in comparative politics, women’s rights, and social inequalities. She holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University and an A.B. from Stanford University. Her research focuses on gender justice, policy analysis, and strategies to promote inclusive environments in STEM. Education: PhD in Political Science (Harvard University, 2000), A.B. in International Relations (Stanford University, 1994). Research Interests: Gender equality policies and their implementation Comparative analysis of women’s rights legislation Impact of feminist activism on policy change STEM inclusion and institutional accountability Awards and Recognition: Best Book Award (Human Rights Section, ISA, 2019) Andrew Carnegie Fellow (2015) Recognized by New Mexico legislature for scholarly contributions (2016) Leadership Roles: Vice President of the American Political Science Association (APSA) Chair of APSA’s Committee on the Status of Women in the Profession Co-chair of APSA’s Presidential Task Force on Women’s Advancement Key Contributions: Authored three influential books, including The Logics of Gender Justice (2018) and Inclusion Without Representation in Latin America (2016). Her work bridges theory and practice, analyzing how states respond to gender justice demands globally.

• Comparative Politics
• Women's Rights
• Social Inequalities
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Dr Samantha Pegg is a Principal Lecturer at the Nottingham Law School , where she serves as Course Manager for Undergraduate courses including Law with Criminology, Law with Business, and Law with Psychology. She leads modules in Sexual Offenses and Criminal Law, with a focus on integrating historical and contemporary perspectives into legal education. PhD from Nottingham Trent University Co-convenor of the SLSA Crime and Criminal Justice stream Her research explores historical and modern intersections of gender, insanity, and criminality , with specialized work on child-on-child murder, media representations of crime, and legal challenges in body modification and revenge porn. She has published extensively in journals such as Criminal Law Review and Liverpool Law Review , and authored books on sexual offenses and crime news. Recent publications analyze legal frameworks for revenge porn and body modification , while historical studies examine Victorian-era criminality and media narratives. Her work bridges legal analysis , criminology , and media ethics . She contributes to public discourse through media outlets like The Conversation and The Independent , addressing topics such as gender transitions and legal consent , cybercrime policy , and forensic psychiatry . Her collaborations include research with scholars like Rowbotham and Stevenson.

• Criminal Law
• Sexual Offenses
• Child-on-Child Crime
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C. Colt Anderson is a Professor at Fordham University, currently listed in the Graduate School of Education faculty directory. He previously served as Academic Dean of Fordham's Graduate School of Religion and Vice President of Academic Affairs at the Washington Theological Union, bringing extensive administrative experience to his academic role. His educational background includes: BA from the University of Georgia MA in Religious Studies from the University of Georgia PhD in Historical Theology from Marquette University (1998) Professor Anderson's research centers on historical theology , church reform , and eschatological perspectives , with particular focus on: The early Franciscan movement as theological framework Contemporary religious nationalism Catholic sexual abuse crisis analysis Christian spirituality and ecclesial leadership Communication of the Gospel in modern contexts His publication trajectory reveals a significant evolution from medieval Franciscan studies toward urgent contemporary issues. Recent works increasingly address institutional failures in religious organizations, faith's relationship to political systems, and crisis response mechanisms within ecclesial structures, demonstrating consistent application of historical insights to modern challenges. Professor Anderson has received notable recognition including: Catholic Press Association award for history (2007) for 'The Great Catholic Reformers' Bronze Award for political science (2021) for 'Faith, Nationalism, and the Future of Liberal Democracy' Honorable mention from The Catholic Media Association (2021) Prior to academia, he served as theological consultant to the Democratic Party of Georgia and worked as an award-winning scriptwriter and film producer, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement beyond traditional academic boundaries. Information regarding student advising and research grants is not documented in available sources.

• Historical Theology
• Church Reform
• Christian Spirituality
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Professor Lisa Blackman is a leading scholar in Media and Communications at Goldsmiths, University of London, specializing in body studies, affect theory, and mental health research. She holds a Professorship in the Department of Media, Communications and Cultural Studies (MCCS) and has been a Co-Head of Department (2016–2019). Her work bridges media psychology, cultural theory, and critical neuroscience, with a focus on embodiment, voice-hearing, and post-truth communication. Research Interests: Lisa’s current projects explore affect and contagion in social media, critical neuroscience, and the intersection of mental health activism with academia. She co-leads an Australian Research Council project on Borderline Personality Disorder and is editing the journal Body & Society . Her recent book Haunted Data (2019) investigates transmedia storytelling and affectivity, while her forthcoming Grey Media (2025) addresses AI deception and gaslighting in post-truth contexts. Key Contributions: Pioneered work in the Hearing Voices Movement, co-edited Mass Hysteria: Critical Psychology and Media Studies (2001), and developed the undergraduate module Embodiment and Experience . She is a Co-Director of the Centre for Feminist Research and led a British Academy project on university sexual misconduct cultures. Teaching: Co-convenes the MA Media and Communications and teaches transdisciplinary body studies. Her second edition of The Body: The Key Concepts (2021) is a foundational text in the field. Grants & Collaborations: Involved in interdisciplinary projects funded by the Wellcome Trust, Australian Research Council, and British Academy. Collaborates with researchers on topics ranging from mental health activism to AI ethics.

• Body Studies
• Media Psychology
• Affect Studies
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Sabrina Karim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Government at Cornell University and serves as the Associate Director of the Reppy Institute for Peace and Conflict Studies. Her research focuses on conflict and peace processes, particularly state-building in post-civil war contexts, with a geographic emphasis on Sub-Saharan Africa and Bangladesh. She examines international security assistance to post-conflict states and gender reforms in peacekeeping, using experimental methods to explore topics like policing reforms and public perceptions of security sectors. Karim holds affiliations with the Institute for African Development, South Asia Program, and the Reppy Institute’s core faculty roles. Her work bridges academic rigor and policy relevance, addressing issues such as election violence prevention in Liberia, the impact of epidemics on marginalized populations, and the economic consequences of peacekeeping withdrawal. She has conducted extensive fieldwork in Liberia, Bangladesh, and other post-conflict regions, producing evidence-based insights on gendered security sector reforms and democratic transitions. Karim’s research often integrates experimental designs with qualitative analysis to assess policy interventions, such as gender-balancing measures in police forces and UN peacekeeping mandates. Roles: Faculty Associate at Einaudi Center, PACS Steering Committee Member, SAP Faculty Associate Research Themes: Peacebuilding, Gender in Security, Post-Conflict Governance, Experimental Methods Geographic Regions: Liberia, Bangladesh, Sub-Saharan Africa Karim’s publications emphasize the interplay between gender equality and conflict dynamics, arguing that women’s inclusion in security sectors and peace processes can reduce violence and improve governance. Her experimental studies in Liberia, such as testing police reforms’ impact on public trust, demonstrate practical applications of her scholarship.

• Conflict and Peace Processes
• Post-Conflict State Building
• International Security Assistance
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Sarah Brauner-Otto is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at McGill University, specializing in global family change and social demography. Her research focuses on the interplay between social context (e.g., schools, labor markets, housing policies) and demographic behaviors like fertility and marriage. She holds a PhD from the University of Michigan (2007). Education: PhD in Sociology, University of Michigan, 2007 Research Interests: Demography, Family Sociology, Fertility Patterns Macro-Micro Linkages in Social Contexts Labor Markets & Child Well-being in Low-Income Settings Housing Policies and Fertility Trends Her recent work investigates how women’s labor force participation in Nepal influences child outcomes and family dynamics, funded by SSHRC and the NIH. She also explores housing policies’ impact on fertility in low-fertility countries. Articles analyze topics like parental religiousness, marital quality, and migration effects on marriage timing. Grants & Awards: SSHRC Grant: 'Women’s Work and Child Wellbeing Across the Life-course' (2019–2024) NIH Grant: 'Female Labor Force Participation and Child Outcomes' (2016–2018) Teaching: Courses include Sociological Inquiry, Population Studies, and Demographic Methods.

• Demography
• Family Sociology
• Fertility
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Tom Dougherty is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a Core Faculty member of the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Program. He holds editorial roles at Ethics and has held academic positions at institutions including Stanford University, the University of Sydney, and the University of Cambridge. Dougherty specializes in moral philosophy, focusing on consent ethics, moral duress, and the intersection of law and morality. His research addresses topics such as the rational significance of temporal perspective, female under-representation in philosophy, and the ethical implications of institutional detail in legal frameworks. Education: B.A. in PPE from Oxford University (2004), PhD in Philosophy from MIT (2010). Key works include The Scope of Consent (2021) and Consent under Duress (2024), which explore the philosophical foundations of consent and its limitations. His recent projects investigate relational morality, nonjudgmental ethics, and antitrust principles. Research interests emphasize the ethical dimensions of consent in legal and social contexts, including sexual agency, coercion, and institutional accountability. He has contributed to debates on moral vagueness, contractualism, and political solidarity through interdisciplinary collaborations. His work often bridges abstract philosophical inquiry with practical legal and social implications. Publications span over 30 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Philosophy and Public Affairs , Ethics , and Law and Philosophy , with a focus on refining theoretical frameworks for understanding consent, coercion, and moral responsibility.

• Ethics of Consent
• Moral Philosophy
• Political Philosophy
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Dr. Sofia Collignon is a Senior Lecturer in Comparative Politics and Director of the Mile End Institute at Queen Mary University of London. She holds a BA from ITESO, an MSc from the University of Essex, and a PhD from University College London (UCL). Her research focuses on gendered political violence, harassment of political elites, and electoral competition, with particular attention to the UK, Western Europe, and Mexico. She employs quantitative methods such as panel data, multilevel models, and survey experiments, complemented by qualitative interviews. Dr. Collignon’s impactful work has garnered international acclaim, including awards for her studies on gendered effects of political harassment and voter responses to candidate misconduct. She advises governments and NGOs on issues of public life safety, collaborating with organizations like the Local Government Association. Her work has been featured in outlets such as The Guardian, BBC, and CNN. She currently supervises PhD students researching topics like gendered political violence and electoral competition. As Director of the Mile End Institute, she bridges academic research with public policy engagement. Her teaching includes modules on comparative politics and political communication. Key publications highlight the intersection of elite politics with public opinion, particularly regarding the barriers to women’s political representation and the consequences of political misconduct.

• Gendered Political Violence
• Political Elites
• Electoral Competition
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Shayne Clarke is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Religious Studies, McMaster University. His work focuses on Indian Buddhist monastic law codes (Vinaya) preserved in Sanskrit, Pali, Tibetan, and Chinese, with additional interests in humor in religious texts, manuscript studies, and East Asian religions. Primary research: Indian Buddhist monasticism, Vinaya textual analysis Key languages: Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese, Pali Recent projects: Survey of Tibetan Dunhuang manuscripts, edition of Vinayakārikā texts Research interests include family dynamics in monastic Buddhism, gender and ordination practices, and legal narratives in Vinaya texts. His publications examine topics like: Pregnant nuns and monastic motherhood Humor in Indian Buddhist legal codes Comparative analysis of Pārājika penance Monastic expulsion vs. local community exclusion Teaching includes graduate courses on Indian Buddhist texts (RELIGST 715, 714) and undergraduate courses like What is Buddhism? (SCAR 2K03) and Sex and the City in Buddhism (RELIGST 2BN3).

• Indian Buddhist monasticism
• Buddhist monastic law (Vinaya)
• Sanskrit
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