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• Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Marketing Science
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Professor Takeshi Moriguchi is a distinguished academic at Waseda University's School of Commerce, where he has served as a faculty member since 2005. Previously, he was at Rikkyo University from 1997 to 2005. His expertise spans marketing science, consumer behavior, and sensory marketing, with significant contributions to understanding how visual, auditory, and olfactory stimuli influence consumer decision-making. Dr. Moriguchi earned his Bachelor's degree from Waseda University's School of Political Science and Economics (1975-1979), followed by graduate studies at University of Tsukuba (1991-1993) and Tokyo Institute of Technology where he received his Doctorate in Engineering (1993-1996). His research focuses on the intersection of sensory marketing and consumer psychology, particularly examining how color, spatial arrangement, and multisensory integration affect product evaluation and purchase decisions. Recent work investigates e-commerce cart retargeting effects, luxury brand value dimensions, and anthropomorphism in tourism marketing. His approach combines field experiments with rigorous statistical analysis to generate actionable insights for marketers. Professor Moriguchi's publication portfolio shows a clear trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated experimental designs and broader applications of sensory marketing principles across digital and physical retail environments. His recent work demonstrates growing interest in multisensory integration and the application of machine learning to consumer behavior data. 優秀論文賞 (2024, Japanese Society of Consumer Behavior Research) Encouragement Award (2023) Hideo Yoshida International Academic Award (2022) Executive of the Year (2019, Marketing Communications Executives International Tokyo Branch) Teaching Award (2015, WASEDA University) 日本商業学会賞・奨励賞 (1995, Japanese Commercial Society) As Director of the Research Center of Consumer Behavior since 2019 and Concurrent Researcher at Waseda's Center for Data Science (2025-2026), Professor Moriguchi leads multiple significant research projects funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science. His current projects focus on multisensory interactions in consumer behavior, data-driven enterprise systems, and next-generation experimental planning technologies. He has supervised numerous graduate students through courses like Marketing Science IIA/B and Consumer Behavior at the graduate level. Professor Moriguchi directs the Research Center of Consumer Behavior and contributes to Waseda University's Center for Data Science. His research team comprises interdisciplinary scholars examining sensory marketing from psychological, neurological, and data science perspectives, with strong industry partnerships that facilitate real-world testing of theoretical frameworks.

Joan Danielle OngchocoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cognitive Science
• Perception
• Cognition
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Dr. Joan Danielle Ongchoco is an Assistant Professor in Cognitive Science and Director of the UBC Perception & Cognition Lab at the University of British Columbia. She holds a PhD from Yale University (2022) and a BA (Honors) from Yale-NUS College (2017). Her research focuses on how perception interacts with broader mental processes, including decision-making, memory, and event segmentation. Before joining UBC, she conducted postdoctoral research at Humboldt Universität zu Berlin under Martin Rolfs. **Education**: PhD in Psychology, Yale University, 2022 BA (Honors) in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, Yale-NUS College, 2017 **Research Interests**: Exploring the interplay between perception and cognition, with emphasis on memory distortions (e.g., facial aging biases), visual event boundaries and their impact on memory/attention, and the cognitive mechanisms underlying decision-making. Her work integrates experimental psychology, computational modeling, and neuroscientific perspectives. **Key Contributions**: Her lab investigates how perceptual processes shape higher-order cognitive functions. Notable studies include investigations into 'forward/backward aging' effects in facial memory, the role of event segmentation in temporal perception, and the cognitive costs associated with decision-making timelines. **Grants & Labs**: Directs the UBC Perception & Cognition Lab. Research supported by UBC infrastructure and collaborations with institutions like Humboldt Universität.

Iva YoukilisView profile

Teaching Professor

• Language Learning Technology
• Augmented Reality in Education
• Second Language Acquisition
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Iva Youkilis serves as a Teaching Professor of Italian in the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Missouri, within the College of Arts and Science. She holds an M.A. in Italian Literature from the University of Virginia and a B.A. in Italian and Russian Language, Literature, and Linguistics from the University of Zagreb, Croatia. Her research focuses on innovative language pedagogy through emerging technologies such as augmented reality (AR) and Metaverse applications, emphasizing intercultural competence development and digital immersion strategies. Her recent presentations highlight work with the Fossett Lab to explore immersive tech in language education, including AR-enhanced grammar practice and Metaverse-based language labs. She actively contributes to professional organizations like ACTFL and FLAM, advocating for technology integration in language teaching. Her courses span elementary through advanced Italian language instruction, online programs, and independent studies focusing on modern Italian literature and media. No scientific awards are listed, though her work demonstrates significant contributions to pedagogical innovation. Advising and grant activities are not explicitly detailed in available materials. She is affiliated with the Coalition of Language Teaching and Learning (CLTL) and collaborates with institutions across the U.S. on transdisciplinary educational initiatives.

Yulia FrumerView profile

Associate Professor

• Science and Technology in East Asia
• Science and Technology Transfer
• Scientific Translation
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Yulia Frumer is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Bo Jung and Soon Young Kim Professorship of East Asian Science at Johns Hopkins University. Her research focuses on science and technology in East Asia, particularly Japan, emphasizing themes such as science and technology transfer, scientific translation, measurement instruments, humanoid robotics, and science fiction. She holds a PhD in History of Science and Technology from Princeton University. Her current NSF-funded research examines how emotions influence robotic design decisions in Japan, revealing how biases embedded in technology persist across generations. She is completing a book monograph and coauthored work analyzing robot-making processes. Her earlier book, Making Time: Astronomical Time in Tokugawa Japan (2018), explores the material roots of time concepts through astronomical instruments. She has authored articles on topics like cross-cultural knowledge transmission and instrument-driven spatial perception. Frumer’s interdisciplinary approach stems from her multicultural background, fluency in multiple languages, and interest in how subjective factors shape scientific practices. She advocates for engaged scholarship to address design biases in technology.

Nathan PhillipsView profile

Associate Professor

• Adolescent Literacy
• Spatial Literacies
• Media Literacy
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Nathan Phillips is an Associate Professor in the Department of Curriculum & Instruction at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) College of Education. He serves as Co-Coordinator of the MEd in Language, Literacies, and Learning program. Prior to academia, he taught high school English, journalism, creative writing, and film. Phillips holds a PhD from Vanderbilt University (Learning, Teaching, and Diversity), an MA from Brigham Young University (English), and a BA in English Teaching. His research focuses on spatial literacies, media literacies, and multimodal learning environments. He investigates how young people engage with virtual/physical landscapes and media to develop civic agency. Current projects include designing map-based performances for argumentation and studying youth-produced public media. His work emphasizes connections between geography, literacy, and qualitative research methods. Phillips has published extensively on topics like digital literacies equity, embodied science learning through performance, and justice-centered pedagogies. His recent work explores intersections of spatial justice and literacy practices, including community-based projects like Chicago Global Water Dances. Co-authored works address transliteracies frameworks and hybrid learning communities. Teaching focuses include disciplinary literacy preparation for secondary teachers. He maintains active collaborations with local schools through design studios and maker spaces, emphasizing equitable technology integration. Phillips' work is informed by principles of critical pedagogy and participatory action research.

Mary Lou VercellottiView profile

Professor

• Applied Linguistics
• TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)
• Second Language Acquisition
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Mary Lou Vercellotti is a Professor of English at Ball State University's Department of English, part of the College of Sciences and Humanities. Her research focuses on applied linguistics, particularly the development of oral language skills in adult second language learners. She emphasizes classroom-based studies on instructed language learning, including prompt effects on performance and iterative pedagogical methods. Additionally, she explores teacher training and the scholarship of teaching and learning. Education: PhD in Applied Linguistics (University of Pittsburgh, 2012), MA in Linguistics (University of Pittsburgh, 2007), BA in Elementary Education and Psychology (Carlow University, 1994). Research Themes: Second language acquisition, TESOL, classroom assessment, language pedagogy, and translanguaging practices. Her articles consistently analyze linguistic complexity (e.g., clause coding, syntactic development), assessment methodologies (rubrics, task design), and classroom dynamics (interactive learning spaces, teacher-student roles). Recent work (2021-2024) highlights innovations in rubric construction, translanguaging ideologies, and ASL learners' cognitive advantages. Notable contributions include longitudinal studies on self-correction profiles and prompt variability effects. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided materials. While no student advisees are listed, her teaching includes courses on linguistics and TESOL. She holds a full-time faculty position without part-time designation.

Valeria GomezView profile

Assistant Professor

• Immigration and Naturalization Law
• Refugee and Asylum Law
• Gender and Immigration Policy
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Valeria Gomez is an Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Baltimore School of Law, where she directs the Immigrant Justice Clinic and Immigrant Rights Clinic. Her academic work focuses on immigration law, refugee rights, and the intersection with gender, sexual orientation, and reproductive justice. J.D., University of Tennessee B.B.A., Belmont University Gomez's research explores how geographic factors influence immigration law implementation, trauma-informed legal representation, and gender-specific asylum claims. Her clinical background informs her scholarship on procedural justice and policy disparities. Her recent publications examine reproductive justice in immigration detention, spatial inequalities in court proceedings, and gendered dimensions of asylum law. Earlier works compare refugee reception systems across countries and analyze testimony preparation practices. Gomez is actively involved in immigration advocacy as a Tennessee and Maryland bar-admitted attorney, with leadership roles in the American Immigration Lawyers Association, American Bar Association Commission on Immigration, and Clinical Legal Education Association. She co-founded Volunteer Immigrant Defense Advocates (VIDA) and maintains fluency in Spanish.

• Neuropsychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Physical Activity and Cognitive Efficiency
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Patrizia Turriziani is a Full Professor at the University of Palermo in the Department of Psychological, Pedagogical, Physical Exercise and Training Sciences . She serves as the Delegate for Supporting Neurodiversity and contributes to institutional initiatives like CE.N.DIS (University Center for Disability and Neurodiversity) and the ARTEMISIA Center for Gender Studies. Her research is centered in Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience , with a focus on sensory processing, memory, and physical activity's cognitive effects. Institutional Roles: Delegate for Neurodiversity, CE.N.DIS, ARTEMISIA Center, NeuroTeam srl Labs: Neuropsychology Lab Research Interests include cognitive rehabilitation, sensory-motor integration, neurodevelopmental disorders, and neuromodulation techniques like rTMS and tDCS. Her recent publications highlight stroke recovery , Alzheimer's interventions , and sensory processing in neurodiverse populations. She also investigates spatial cognition and memory enhancement through prism adaptation and digital therapeutics. Key Collaborations involve the Neuropsychology Lab and translational research with the NeuroTeam srl initiative. Her work spans both clinical and developmental neuropsychology , integrating applied neuroscience with educational and rehabilitation frameworks.

Bernhard SchuchView profile

Lecturer

• Mathematics Education
• Primary School Mathematics
• Arithmetic Education
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Dr. Bernhard Schuch serves as a Lecturer in Mathematics Education at the University of Regensburg's Faculty of Mathematics, a position he has held since 2001. Concurrently, he retired in 2019 from his distinguished 38-year career in Bavarian primary and secondary school education where he attained Senior Teacher status. His institutional roles include Regional Coordinator for SINUS mathematics programs in Upper Palatinate (2011-2019) and Government Training Officer for Primary School Mathematics (1992-2009). His academic credentials feature a Doctorate in Mathematics Education (1989), Second State Examination for Primary/Secondary Teaching (1981), and foundational studies in pedagogy and psychology at the University of Regensburg (1974-1978). 1974-1978: Primary/Secondary Teaching Studies with Pedagogy & Psychology 1978: First State Examination 1981: Second State Examination 1986-1990: Academic Councillor at Mathematics Education Chair 1989: Doctorate in Mathematics Education Dr. Schuch's research pioneers practical solutions for primary mathematics instruction, focusing on conceptual development in arithmetic and geometry. His work addresses persistent challenges like fraction comprehension errors, operational geometry teaching, and performance differentiation strategies. He investigates the critical balance between conceptual understanding and computational fluency through classroom field studies, emphasizing how young learners develop number sense and mathematical reasoning. His publication timeline (1983-1992) reveals evolving expertise from foundational didactics theory to targeted empirical studies on arithmetic errors and geometry instruction. Key thematic threads include cognitive development in number concept formation, practical applications of social support theory in teacher training, and evidence-based frameworks for differentiated mathematics instruction in heterogeneous classrooms. As an educator, Dr. Schuch mentors admissions theses for teaching candidates and conducts professional development workshops including "Good Tasks in Mathematics Lessons" and "Patterns and Structures" for primary educators. His institutional contributions extend to examination seminars for primary mathematics teachers and SINUS program leadership coordinating mathematics education improvements across Upper Palatinate schools. He maintains active engagement through continuing education courses for teachers and ongoing supervision of graduate theses, bridging academic research with classroom practice in primary mathematics education.

• Higher Education Innovation
• Digital Technology in Teaching
• Student-Centered Learning
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Odd Rune Stalheim is a Professor and Head of Department at the University of Inland Norway, leading the Department of Pedagogy within the Faculty of Teacher Education and Pedagogy. He holds a Master's in Pedagogy and an interdisciplinary PhD in innovation and university pedagogy. His research focuses on quality and innovation in higher education, particularly the integration of digital technologies like AR/VR into teaching to enhance student-centered learning. Key projects include exploring VR in teacher and nursing education, student-driven innovations, and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL). He is affiliated with research groups such as Media, Technology and Lifelong Learning and Quality in Higher Education (QiHE). Stalheim's work emphasizes pedagogical methodology, educational technology adoption, and bridging theory-practice gaps through simulations and role-play. He has published extensively on topics including embodied learning with AR, virtual medicine room applications, and epistemic fluency in professional education. His research spans K-12 through higher education contexts, with a focus on how technology mediates learning experiences and supports professional development. He collaborates internationally and contributes to networks advancing innovative pedagogical practices.

Yinghan ChenView profile

Associate Professor

• Bayesian Statistics
• Educational Measurement
• Cognitive Diagnosis Models
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Yinghan Chen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR), within the College of Science. Their research focuses on Bayesian statistics, cognitive diagnosis models, and educational measurement, with applications in public health and behavioral science. Key areas include latent variable modeling, health disparities among Asian American populations, and statistical methods for educational interventions. Dr. Chen’s work bridges theoretical statistical methodologies with practical applications in education and healthcare. Recent publications explore topics such as Bayesian hierarchical modeling for cognitive diagnostic assessments, multimodal data integration, and health behavior analysis using frameworks like the transtheoretical model. Their research also addresses algorithm optimization for network motif detection and model reduction techniques in psychometrics. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. They currently advise no formally listed students but contributes to academic advising within their department. The full description provides additional details on their affiliations, educational background, and research trajectory.

• History
• Social Sciences and Humanities
• Ottoman Institutions and Civilization
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Prof. Dr. Ahmet Köç is a faculty member at Akdeniz University , currently serving as Professor in the Department of Turkish and Social Sciences Education within the Faculty of Education . He previously held academic positions at Balıkesir University (2014-2018 as Associate Professor, 2010-2014 as Assistant Professor) and was a Research Assistant at Hacettepe University (2000-2009) and Balıkesir University (1997-2000). Education: PhD in History, Hacettepe University (2009), dissertation: "Vakıflar ve Osmanlı Kentlerinin Kentsel Gelişimi: Mahmud Paşa Vakıfları ve Ankara Örneği" Fluency in English (B2 Upper Intermediate) Research Interests: Dr. Köç is a leading scholar in Ottoman Institutions and Civilization , with a focus on Foundations (Waqf) , Urban Development , Socioeconomic Structures , Historical Geography , and Social Studies Education . His work bridges archival analysis with contemporary social issues. Selected Publications (2017-2024): His recent articles examine topics like environmental education (2024), geography misconceptions (2024), 19th-century medical disputes (2024), Ottoman preventive health services (2023), and economic structures of foundations (2021). Earlier research focused on archival analysis of Ottoman governance (2018-2020) and regional socioeconomic dynamics (2017-2005). Academic Leadership: He served as Research Institute Director at Akdeniz University's Atatürk's Principles and Revolution History Application and Research Center (2018-2021) and as Head of Department at Balıkesir University (2014-2018). Projects: Led funded research including "Ottoman Material Culture in Silistre District" (2015-2017) and "Development of the Balıkesir-Bandırma Railway Line" (2011-2012, TUBITAK-funded).

Kaitlin GlauseView profile

Assistant Professor

• Language and Literacy Education
• Arts-Based Pedagogy
• Culturally Responsive Teaching
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Kaitlin Glause is an Assistant Professor of Education (Language Arts) at Millikin University , specializing in content literacy, English pedagogy, and adolescent literature. She coordinates the secondary English Education licensure program and serves as co-editor of the Language Arts Journal of Michigan . Education: PhD in Curriculum, Instruction, and Teacher Education with emphasis in language and literacy from Michigan State University M.Ed. in Secondary English Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education B.A. in English and Dance from University of Iowa Her research focuses on arts-integrated pedagogy , embodied learning practices , and culturally responsive literacy instruction , exploring how physical movement and classroom spatial design enhance equitable education. Recent publications examine: (1) bodily engagement in literacy education, (2) writing fluency across genres, and (3) arts-based approaches for linguistically diverse learners. Her work bridges educational theory with practical classroom applications. Teaching Experience: 10 years across middle, secondary, and post-secondary levels.

Gareth Hallett DavisView profile

Tutor

• US history
• Early modern history
• Historical films
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Dr Gareth Hallett Davis is a Tutor in the History Department at Swansea University , joining in 2020. He teaches modules covering US history and early modern history , with a unique focus on historical narratives in film and television . Prior to academia, he had an award-winning career in television as a producer and presenter of travel and historical documentaries. PhD from University College London (2019) , examining the impact of British North America on American national identity (1760-1871) Fluency in both English and Welsh , reflected in his teaching His research expertise spans political, social, and cultural histories of North America from the 17th century to the modern era, focusing on themes like public sphere, race, gender, imperialism, and spatial analysis . He supervises postgraduate dissertations and teaches modules including: AM-100 : Introduction to American History and Politics AM-117 : Introduction to American Studies HIH118 : The Early Modern World (1500-1800) HIH283 / W : The Story of America on Film and Television (1607-1867) HIH3378 / W : The Story of the USA on Film and Television (1865-2008) HI-M39 : Research Folder for dissertation preparation HIH3300 : History Dissertation

Sarah MacPhersonView profile

Professor

• Neuropsychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Social Cognition
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Sarah MacPherson is a Professor in the Department of Psychology within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Edinburgh. She specializes in neuropsychological assessment and research on cognitive and behavioral impairments related to brain injuries, neurological conditions, and healthy aging. Her research interests include: Neuropsychological assessment methodologies Cognitive neuroscience of aging and neurological disorders Development of computerized and virtual reality assessment tools Social cognition and theory of mind Creative cognition and semantic processing Interventions for cognitive impairment Professor MacPherson's work bridges theoretical cognitive neuroscience with practical clinical applications, particularly through her development of immersive virtual reality assessment tools that enhance ecological validity in cognitive testing. Her research has significant implications for diagnosing and evaluating cognitive disorders across various neurological conditions, with a focus on creating more accurate and clinically relevant assessment methods. Her scientific contributions include numerous publications on social cognition assessment frameworks, virtual reality applications in neuropsychology, and cognitive changes in aging. She has been instrumental in developing the Edinburgh Social Cognition Test (ESCoT) and related assessment tools that are now used internationally for evaluating theory of mind and social norm understanding in clinical populations. Professor MacPherson's research program demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward improving diagnostic accuracy for cognitive disorders and developing more effective interventions through innovative assessment methodologies that better reflect real-world cognitive demands.