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Dr. Carmen Gill is a Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), specializing in domestic violence research. She joined UNB full-time in 2014 after a decade as Director of the Muriel McQueen Fergusson Centre for Family Violence Research. Her work focuses on police intervention in intimate partner violence (IPV), domestic homicide, and systemic justice responses to victims and perpetrators. She leads a national project on coercive control and police protocols with the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police. Previously, she directed a 10-year observatory analyzing justice system responses to IPV. Her research employs mixed methods, including surveys, judicial file analysis, interviews, and focus groups with survivors and police. Key areas include IPV risk assessment, domestic homicide trends in New Brunswick (1999–2018), and police cultural barriers to effective intervention. She collaborates with community organizations and law enforcement agencies to inform policy and practice reforms. Her publications span policing strategies, risk assessment tools, and systemic reforms, with a focus on gendered violence dynamics. Current projects emphasize coercive control frameworks and improving criminal justice system responses. She advises students in criminology, gender relations, and family violence studies. Dr. Gill’s work has directly influenced national police training protocols and policy frameworks through her leadership in developing the Canadian IPV risk assessment framework and collaborative police action guidelines.

• Domestic Violence
• Intimate Partner Violence
• Domestic Homicide
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Lucia O'Sullivan is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Psychology at the University of New Brunswick. She holds a PhD in Experimental Psychology from Bowling Green State University, with postdoctoral research training in HIV at Columbia University. Her research focuses on the intersection of sexuality and intimate relationships, including digital technologies' impact on relationships and barriers to sexual health care. She has conducted international studies in South Africa, the UK, Guatemala, India, and the US. Dr. O’Sullivan has authored/co-authored over 175 peer-reviewed articles, a textbook on human sexuality, and serves on multiple journal editorial boards. She is currently not accepting graduate students. Education: B.A. (Hons.) and M.A. in Clinical Psychology from UNB; PhD in Experimental Psychology from Bowling Green State University; Postdoctoral training in HIV at Columbia University. Research interests include adolescent and young adult sexuality, sexual violence prevention, and the role of technology in relationships. Her work emphasizes global health perspectives and collaborative international research. Key contributions include co-editing a book on sexual coercion and developing measurement tools like the Short Sexual Subjectivity Inventory. Her recent studies explore sugar arrangements, bystander intervention in sexual aggression, and infidelity predictors.

• Sexuality Studies
• Intimate Relationships
• Digital Technologies and Relationships
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Christina Fattore is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at West Virginia University (WVU), affiliated with the Eberly College of Arts & Sciences. She also serves as a faculty member in the International Studies program and the Center for Women's and Gender Studies. Her research focuses on international trade, development, and the sociology of academia, with a particular emphasis on mentoring strategies and pedagogy of care. She holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Florida State University (2007). Dr. Fattore teaches courses on international political economy, international organizations, and gender in international relations. She is actively involved in academic leadership, serving as Vice Chair/Program Chair of the International Studies Association's Women's Caucus. Her work bridges theoretical scholarship and practical pedagogy, addressing issues such as academic well-being, gender disparities in academia, and the impact of global events on scholarly productivity. Her research trends reflect a dual focus: analyzing international trade disputes and institutional frameworks while advocating for inclusive, care-centered educational practices. Recent studies examine post-pandemic scholarly challenges, gendered academic networks, and the psychological impacts of political events on marginalized groups. Dr. Fattore’s affiliations include cross-disciplinary roles that emphasize feminist methodologies and global justice. She contributes to policy-relevant research on trade liberalization in Latin America and the evolving dynamics of international dispute resolution mechanisms.

• International Relations
• International Trade and Development
• Sociology of the Profession
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Dr. Megan MacKenzie is a Professor and Simons Chair in International Law and Human Security at Simon Fraser University’s School for International Studies. She holds a D.Phil. from the University of Alberta, an M.A. from the University of Saskatchewan, and a B.A. from the University of Regina. Her research focuses on gender and war, military culture, and post-conflict reconstruction. She is internationally recognized for work on military sexual violence, systemic discrimination in militaries, and feminist critiques of security studies. Key contributions include Good Soldiers Don’t Rape (2023) and co-editing Feminist Solutions to Ending War (2021). MacKenzie is co-Director of the Research Network on Women, Peace and Security, advancing gendered approaches to conflict and security. Her interdisciplinary work bridges academia and policy, addressing issues like racial bias in academia, equity initiatives in universities, and the intersection of gender and global health during pandemics. Recent publications analyze racial disparities in academic responses to students, implicit bias in healthcare, and institutional resistance to EDI reforms. Her advocacy extends to policy advocacy on military reform and post-conflict recovery.

• Gender and War
• Feminism and International Relations
• Military Culture
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Dr. Troy Michael Bordun is a part-time lecturer in Film Studies at the University of Northern British Columbia and a researcher in contemporary art cinema, celebrity studies, and comics studies. He teaches courses at Concordia University, including Film Analysis and Sociology of Culture. PhD in Cultural Studies, Trent University His research spans superhero comics and philosophy, film theory, and cultural studies. He explores topics like Deleuzian ethics in superhero narratives, haptic visuality in art cinema, and the sociology of online pornography. Recent publications analyze superhero ethics, sensory aesthetics in European cinema, and celebrity authenticity. He curates film festivals and exhibitions on adult cinema and cultural themes. 2018 CUPE 3908-1 Award for Excellence in Teaching 2021 SSHRC Explore Grant 2023 Research Strategic Initiative Grant Bordun’s grants support his work on superhero philosophy and cultural studies. He has contributed to journals such as Studies in European Cinema , Porn Studies , and REDEN .

• contemporary art cinema
• celebrity
• fan culture
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Haylee C. Harrell (they/them) serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of English at the University of Houston's College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, with affiliate appointments in African American Studies, Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and the Media and Moving Image Program. Their work centers on Black feminist theory and its interdisciplinary connections to critical race studies, philosophy, and literary analysis. Education Background: Ph.D. in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from Emory University Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Utah Research Focus: As a Black feminist theorist, Dr. Harrell critically engages with Critical Black Studies, feminist philosophy, and 20th-21st century African American literature to interrogate questions of gender, sexuality, and blackness. Their scholarship emphasizes creative pedagogical approaches where students explore race/gender/sexuality through diverse expressive mediums, reflecting their own experience as a first-generation scholar. Key research areas include Black Feminist Theory, Affect Studies, Sexuality Studies, and Foucault Studies within Black intellectual traditions. Publication Trends: Dr. Harrell's recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate sustained engagement with Black feminist thought and critical race theory. Their work reinterprets intellectual legacies like Patricia J. Williams' scholarship while bridging Foucault's theories with Black studies, and examines literary representations of race through tropes like the 'monstrous mulatta.' This output reveals a commitment to intellectual reparations and interdisciplinary dialogue across philosophy, law, and literature. Advising and Grants: The source material does not specify doctoral advisees or formal mentoring relationships, though their teaching of graduate seminars (ENGL 7386/7396) suggests involvement in advanced student supervision. No grant funding details are provided in the available text. Professional Activities: Dr. Harrell actively contributes to the Critical Studies of the Americas collective, fostering transnational perspectives on the Americas. Their affiliation with multiple interdisciplinary programs underscores a commitment to collaborative scholarship beyond traditional departmental boundaries.

• Black Feminist Theory
• Black Studies
• African American Literature
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Dr. Pia Kontos is a Senior Scientist at KITE-Toronto Rehabilitation Institute (University Health Network) and a Professor at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto. She holds academic appointments at multiple institutions, including the Institute of Medical Science and Rehabilitation Sciences Institute (University of Toronto). Her research focuses on dementia care, stigma reduction, relational caring, and arts-based methodologies. She has pioneered initiatives using film and dance to foster inclusive dementia care and has contributed to policy development in aging and health equity. Education: Ph.D., M.A., B.A. (specific fields not explicitly stated but inferred as public health or social sciences). Research Interests: Critical social theory applied to health, embodiment theory, qualitative research methodologies, and ethics in healthcare. Her work emphasizes the intersection of citizenship, embodiment, and relationality in dementia care. Key Projects: Co-led initiatives to reduce dementia stigma via documentary films (e.g., 'Cracked'). Developed arts-based interventions for social inclusion of people with dementia. Investigated end-of-life decision-making and sexuality in long-term care settings. Awards: Mid-Career Investigator Prize (CIHR, 2021). Early Researcher Award (Ontario, 2012–2017). Career Scientist Award (Ontario, 2007–2009). Grants & Collaborations: Funded projects include CIHR, Alzheimer Society of Canada, and AGE-WELL grants. Collaborations span healthcare institutions, universities, and advocacy organizations. Labs/Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in qualitative health research and dementia advocacy through platforms like the Centre for Critical Qualitative Health Research.

• Dementia Care
• Relational Caring
• Qualitative Research
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Marcel Dorken is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Trent University. He holds a B.Sc. from the University of Guelph, M.Sc. from Queen's University, Ph.D. from the University of Toronto, and postdoctoral training at Oxford University. His research focuses on the evolution and ecology of plant reproduction, particularly transitions from hermaphroditism to dioecy, clonality, and plant-pollinator interactions. He investigates these topics through field experiments, genetic analysis, and modeling. Current projects include studying the ecological impacts of invasive hybrid cattails and the role of spatial structure in plant fitness. Teaching responsibilities include BIOL 1020H (Foundations of Biodiversity), BIOL 3170H (Plants and their Ancestors), BIOL 3190H (Wild Plants of Ontario), and BIOL 4610H (Evolutionary Ecology). His lab actively mentors graduate and undergraduate students in field and lab-based research. Contact: marceldorken@trentu.ca, Office DNA C250.

• Plant Reproduction Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Invasive Species Biology
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Sophie Woodward is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Manchester, affiliated with the School of Social Sciences. She leads research in material culture, everyday life, and feminist theory. Co-Director of the Morgan Centre for Research into Everyday Lives, she explores relationships between people and objects, particularly through projects like 'Dormant Things' and 'Air Space.' Vice-Director of the National Centre for Research Methods (NCRM), she champions creative methodologies. Her interdisciplinary background includes degrees from Cambridge, York, and UCL, with prior roles in Art and Design schools. Education: BA Archaeology and Anthropology, University of Cambridge MA Research Methods, University of York PhD Social Anthropology (Material Culture), University College London Research Interests: Materiality in domestic spaces and fashion Feminist theory and gender performances Creative qualitative methods Air inequalities and socio-atmospherics Grants & Projects: Lead on 'Air Space' interdisciplinary project (2023-2024) Principal Investigator for 'Global Denim' and 'Dormant Things' Vice-Director for NCRM's creative methods initiatives Teaching: Courses include Material Culture, Sociology of Fashion, and dissertation supervision. Awards: Recognized for contributions to material culture studies and feminist methodologies.

• Materiality and material culture
• Feminism and feminist theory
• Clothing and fashion
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Professor Vincent Savolainen is a Professor of Organismic Biology at Imperial College London's Department of Life Sciences (Silwood Park Campus), part of the Faculty of Natural Sciences. He serves as Director of the Georgina Mace Centre for the Living Planet, focusing on interdisciplinary environmental challenges. Previously, he was Deputy Head of the Department of Life Sciences (2013–2016) and Deputy Head of Molecular Systematics at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (2007–2016). His research integrates field ecology, molecular phylogenetics, and population genomics to address biodiversity preservation, evolutionary biology, and societal challenges like pandemic monitoring. Key areas include ecological speciation in palms, same-sex behavior in animals, and zoonotic disease surveillance in bats. He has pioneered environmental DNA (eDNA) techniques for biodiversity assessment and led studies on the genetic basis of traits like sexual orientation in primates. Professor Savolainen holds prestigious awards, including the Linnean Society’s Bicentenary Medal (2006), European Research Council Advanced Grant (2008), and Coincy Medal for Botany (2014). He sits on UK Natural Environment Research Council panels and Royal Society committees. His group includes researchers like Dr Marco Balducci and Dr Louis Bell-Roberts, and collaborates with institutions like the Zoological Society of London and Royal Society of Biology. Current projects explore plant-insect coevolution, conservation genetics of deer species, and the evolution of endothermy in fish.

• Evolutionary Biology
• Plant Biology
• Genetics
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Susana M. Morris is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair in the School of Literature, Media, and Communication at the Georgia Institute of Technology. She holds a Ph.D. in English and a Women’s Studies certificate from Emory University (2007) and a B.A. in English from Mount Holyoke College (2002). Her research focuses on Black Feminism, Afrofuturism, and African American literature, with a current project exploring Black women’s engagement with Afrofuturism and feminism. Prior to Georgia Tech, Morris taught at Auburn University (2007–2017) and Spelman College (2006–2007). She is the author of Close Kin and Distant Relatives: The Paradox of Respectability in Black Women’s Literature (2014) and co-editor of The Crunk Feminist Collection (2017) and Sycorax’s Daughters (2017). She co-edits the New Suns book series on race, gender, and sexuality in speculative arts. Her awards include the PULSE Community Building Award (2017), DILAC Fellowship (2017), and Dream Defender recognition (2015). Morris teaches courses on Afrofuturism, gender studies, and African American literature, emphasizing critical theory and cultural analysis.

• Black Feminism
• Afrofuturism
• Digital Media
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Lynn Carol Miller is a Professor of Communication at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Her research focuses on leveraging virtual environments, AI agents, and computational models to address health-related social behaviors, particularly in HIV/AIDS prevention and mental health. Funded by NIH, CDC, and DARPA (over $20M), her work integrates neuroscience, behavioral science, and technology. She pioneered interventions like SOLVE (Socially Optimized Learning in Virtual Environments) and Systematic Representative Design. Education: PhD in Personality Psychology from University of Texas at Austin. Key areas include health communication, gaming for behavior change, and computational modeling of social processes. She has supervised 17 doctoral students and collaborators across universities globally. Research emphasizes scalable interventions using fMRI-compatible tools and virtual reality. Notable contributions include reducing shame in HIV prevention games and analyzing neural correlates of risk-taking behaviors. Awards include the Early Career Award (2003) and ICA’s Outstanding Contribution to Communication Science (2020). Labs/Teams: Active in multidisciplinary teams at USC and collaborating institutions, focusing on virtual environment design, AI-driven interventions, and neurobehavioral studies. Current projects explore AI for public health and inclusive avatar representations in social VR.

• Health Communication
• Virtual Environments
• Behavioral Neuroscience
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Meg Wesling is an Associate Professor of US Literatures at UC San Diego, affiliated with the Critical Gender Studies Program. She previously served as faculty director of UC Education Abroad Program in France (2013–2015). Her research focuses on intersections of American literature, sexuality studies, feminist theory, and queer theory, with a particular emphasis on colonialism and diaspora. Wesling holds a Ph.D. in English from Cornell University, an M.A. in Cultural Studies from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.A. in French with a Women’s Studies certificate from Indiana University. Education: Ph.D. in English, Cornell University (2004) M.A. in Cultural Studies, Carnegie Mellon University (1998) B.A. in French (with Women’s Studies certificate), Indiana University (1995) Research Highlights: Wesling’s monograph Empire’s Proxy: American Literature and US Imperialism in the Philippines (NYU Press, 2011) analyzes colonial narratives. Her recent work critiques neoliberalism’s impact on queer identities and explores diasporic consciousness in literature. She has been recognized with Hellman and UC San Diego Faculty Research Fellowships. Publications Overview: Her articles span queer diaspora theory, postcolonial literature, and the politics of marriage equality. Notable themes include queer kinship in diasporic contexts, the role of colonial education, and the intersection of sexuality with neoliberal academia. Awards & Grants: Recipient of Society for the Humanities fellowship (Cornell) and UCSD Hellman Fellowship. Her work bridges critical theory with literary analysis, addressing contemporary social issues through historical and cultural lenses.

• American Literature
• Sexuality Studies
• Feminist Theory
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Alina Tryfonidou is a Professor of Law at the University of Reading, specializing in EU law (particularly free movement law) and the protection of LGBT+ rights. She holds a PhD from King's College London and has held academic roles since 2007, including positions at the University of Leicester and King's College. Her research focuses on EU legal frameworks governing minority rights, cross-border mobility, and judicial precedents. She is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and the Centre of European Law at King's College. Tryfonidou has contributed to policy reports for the European Parliament and the European Commission, addressing obstacles faced by rainbow families under EU law. Her work has influenced Advocate Generals at the European Court of Justice. Education: LLB (2001), LLM (2002), PhD (2008) from King's College London. Professional affiliations include non-practising membership of the Cyprus Bar and roles as Visiting Tutor/Lecturer at King's College. She has delivered lectures at leading universities globally and participated in high-profile events such as the European Parliament's LGBTI Intergroup. Research interests emphasize the intersection of EU law and marginalized groups, particularly through case law analysis and policy critique. Her recent publications (2017–2023) explore topics like parental rights recognition, free movement of rainbow families, and discrimination frameworks. She advises doctoral students on EU law and LGBT+ rights. Awards include the FHEA fellowship and recognition for contributions to comparative European law.

• EU Law
• Free Movement Law
• LGBT+ Rights
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Shinichi Nakagawa is a Professor of Evolutionary Ecology and Synthesis at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Science, Biological Sciences Department. He holds the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Open Science and Synthesis in Ecology and Evolution. His research focuses on quantifying biological variation through meta-analysis and synthesis, with a strong emphasis on open science practices. He leads a lab that explores topics in ecology, evolutionary biology, and environmental sciences, while also advancing meta-science to improve research transparency and reproducibility. Dr. Nakagawa earned his BSc(Hons) at the University of Waikato and PhD at the University of Sheffield. He previously held positions at the University of Otago (2008–2015) and the University of New South Wales (2015–2024). He is the founder of EcoEvoRxiv, a preprint server for ecology and evolution, and actively promotes open science through initiatives like the Society for Open, Reliable, Transparent Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (SORTEE). His research interests include quantitative ecology, statistical methodology for meta-analysis, and understanding biological variability. Key areas of focus include thermal physiology in ectotherms, sexual selection, and the impacts of climate change on biodiversity. He has authored influential papers on meta-analytic techniques, including location-scale models and variance-based analyses. Notable contributions include the development of the 'orchard plot' visualization tool for meta-analyses and advocacy for preregistration and open data practices. His work bridges ecological theory with data synthesis, emphasizing reproducibility and methodological rigor. Awards include the Canada Excellence Research Chair, recognizing his leadership in advancing open science and ecological synthesis.

• Evolutionary ecology
• Quantitative ecology
• Meta-analysis
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