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Isabel Palomo DominguezView profile

Associate Professor

• Gender Studies
• Gender Equality
• Social Inclusion
• +7 more

Dr. Isabel Palomo Dominguez is a faculty member at the Institute of Communication, Faculty of Human and Social Studies, Mykolo Romerio University (MRU), Lithuania. She holds the academic rank of docent, equivalent to Associate Professor, and is actively contributing to research and discourse on gender equality, social inclusion, and communication. Her research focuses on the multifaceted nature of gender equality, emphasizing intersectional perspectives that consider social status, origin, disability, and gender identity. She investigates systemic inequalities, gender stereotypes in education, and the role of media and communication in shaping inclusive narratives. Dr. Palomo Dominguez advocates for education and communication as central drivers of societal transformation, capable of dismantling entrenched stereotypes and fostering empathy. Her recent participation in the 3rd World Conference on Gender Equality in Vienna (June 2025) highlights her active engagement in international academic dialogue. The breadth of her work spans global contexts, analyzing disparities in gender policy implementation across cultural, legal, and economic landscapes. She underscores the importance of contextual understanding and solidarity in advancing gender justice worldwide.

Haley McEwenView profile

Researcher

• Political Science
• Gender Studies
• African Politics
• +3 more

Haley McEwen is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Political Science. She holds a PhD in Sociology from the University of the Witwatersrand, an MPhil in Critical Diversity Studies from the University of Cape Town, and a BA in Social Relations from Michigan State University. Previously, she was a Senior Researcher at the Wits Centre for Diversity Studies. McEwen's research focuses on anti-gender movements, U.S. Christian Right influence in African politics, and the geopolitical dimensions of pro-family discourse. She is a nationally rated researcher by South Africa's NRF and a Senior Fellow at the Far Right Analysis Network. Her work explores colonial legacies in gender politics, transnational activism, and the intersection of religion, policy, and sexuality. Key areas include analyzing anti-LGBTQ+ campaigns in Africa, decolonizing gender studies, and the impact of global actors on local policies. McEwen has contributed to peer-reviewed journals such as Critical Philosophy of Race and Development Southern Africa , and her writing appears in outlets like The Conversation . Recent publications include An anti-gender rhizome: unearthing transnational anti-genderism in Africa (2025) and Anti-Gender Politics in East and Southern Africa (2024). She serves as an Associate Editor of the International Journal of Critical Diversity Studies and advocates for academic freedom in contested sociopolitical contexts. Education: PhD in Sociology, University of the Witwatersrand MPhil in Critical Diversity Studies, University of Cape Town BA in Social Relations, Michigan State University Awards/Affiliations: NRF Rated Researcher (South Africa) Senior Fellow, Far Right Analysis Network Associate Editor, International Journal of Critical Diversity Studies McEwen’s research bridges critical theory with empirical analysis, emphasizing global South perspectives. Her work critiques how colonial frameworks persist in contemporary gender politics and highlights grassroots resistance strategies. Current projects examine multipolar world dynamics and the role of anti-gender movements in shaping development agendas.

Roberto L. AbreuView profile

Associate Professor

• LGBTQ+ Mental Health
• Counseling Psychology
• Social Justice
• +7 more

Roberto L. Abreu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Florida, part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He holds a tenured position and leads the ¡Chévere! Lab, focusing on marginalized communities including LGBTQ+ individuals, BIPOC groups, and Latinx families. His work emphasizes social justice, systemic oppression, and resilience through mixed-methods research. Education: Ph.D. from University of Kentucky (2015), APA-accredited internship at Federal Medical Center-Lexington, M.Ed. from Florida International University (2012). Mentored by scholars specializing in culture, collectivism, and queer advocacy. Research focuses on four key areas: Latinx LGBTQ youth mental health and family dynamics Transgender youth and school inclusivity LGBTQ adults' experiences of violence and resilience Immigration impacts on Puerto Rican communities Publications highlight intersectionality, parental acceptance scales, and policy impacts (e.g., bans on gender-affirming care). Awards include APA's Distinguished Book Award (2023) and McKnight Mentorship recognition (2023). Active in leadership roles, including APA divisions and national LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations. Teaching emphasizes culturally mindful practices, anti-oppression frameworks, and active learning. Current lab projects explore Black transmasculine community support, LGBTQ+ activism impacts, and bi+/plurisexual disclosure dynamics.

Serena IervolinoView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Museum Studies
• Cultural Policy
• Postcolonial Studies
• +7 more

Dr Serena Iervolino is a Senior Lecturer in Critical Museology at King's College London, part of the Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries (CMCI). She has held academic roles at institutions including UCL Qatar (2014-2017) and the University of Warwick, and currently collaborates with UCL Qatar as an Honorary Senior Research Associate. Her research focuses on postcolonial museum practices, global art curation, and social justice in cultural institutions. She has led projects such as the AHRC-funded 'Research in Translation' initiative, exploring exhibition-based public engagement. Education includes a Laurea Magistrale in Cultural Tourism and Management from the University of Naples 'Parthenope' (2006) and a PhD in Museum Studies. Her career spans museum curation, academic management, and interdisciplinary research. She is committed to public engagement, exemplified by her award-winning Doctoral Inaugural Lecture at the University of Leicester (2015) and collaborative exhibitions with students and community groups. Key Research Themes: Postcolonial museology, Gulf region museum development, LGBTQ+ inclusion in heritage institutions, class-based museum theory Recent Projects: Qatar's museum policies, trans youth co-curation, pandemic-era museum accessibility Her work bridges academic research and practical museum innovation, emphasizing collaborative methodologies and critical dialogues on cultural representation.

• Democratic Transformations
• Participatory Governance
• Citizen Participation Initiatives
• +5 more

Vincent JACQUET is a FRS-FNRS Qualified Researcher at the University of Namur's School of Social Sciences, Politics and Communication within the Department of Social, Political and Communication Sciences. He coordinates the ERC Starting Grant project CITIZEN_IMPACT (2024–2028; n° 101077920) and serves as President of the Transitions (Trans) research institute. His research focuses on democratic transformations, citizen participation initiatives, public policy analysis, and local politics. Key interests include participatory governance, sortition-based mechanisms, citizens' assemblies, and climate governance. His work examines whether participatory processes lead to cosmetic reforms or transform political systems through three impact dimensions: direct policy influence, civil society effects, and discursive changes in public debate. CITIZEN_IMPACT analyzes citizens' assemblies across Europe to determine if they are window dressing or transformative instruments. His research employs mixed methods to compare national trends and disentangle complex political processes, with significant focus on Belgian, Walloon, Brussels, and Flemish contexts. ERC Starting Grant (2023) NARC Fellow at UNamur (2022) Jacquet advises on multiple research projects including participatory budgeting studies in Belgium and climate governance initiatives. He has collaborated with institutions including Maastricht University, University College London, and Goethe University Frankfurt as a visiting scholar. Current projects include ANALYSIS OF LOCAL ELECTIONS 2024 and Citizens' assemblies in climate governance. He leads the Transitions research group and contributes to faculty governance through the Research Council and Faculty Council. His teaching includes Ecological Governance (EPOLB309) and Research Projects on Policy-making in transforming societies.

• Biocultural Anthropology
• Transgender Health
• Gender and Sex Conceptualization
• +12 more

L. Zachary DuBois is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology within the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Oregon. He is the Director of the Stress, Adaptation, and Resilience (STAR) Lab and co-directs the Global Health Biomarker Lab with Dr. Josh Snodgrass. He is also affiliated with the University of Oregon’s Global Health Program and Biomarker Cluster. DuBois serves on the editorial boards of The Yearbook of Biological Anthropology and Psychoneuroendocrinology . PhD, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2012) Postdoctoral Fellowship, Institute for Sexual and Gender Minority Health and Wellbeing, Northwestern University (2012–2013) Postdoctoral Fellowship, The Price of Debt Study, University of Massachusetts Boston (2013–2015) Dr. DuBois specializes in biocultural anthropology, with research focusing on resilience, social determinants of health, embodied stigma, and the reconceptualization of gender and sex. His work employs community-based, intersectional, mixed-methods approaches centered on the lived experiences of transgender and gender diverse people. He investigates how stigma and gender minority stress become embodied through biomarker integration, aiming to address LGBTQIA+ health disparities. His research also challenges binary frameworks in scientific practice and develops tools like the Gender Embodiment Scale. His recent publications reflect interdisciplinary work spanning transgender health, biomarker research, gender/sex theory, and HIV prevention. Themes include mental health, stigma, methodological innovation, and social justice. Much of his work is collaborative, involving scholars from psychology, public health, and sociology. Scientific Awards: Edward E. Hunt, Jr. Award (awarded to STAR Lab member Dee Jolly under his mentorship) Dr. DuBois mentors both undergraduate and graduate students, guiding theses and serving on PhD and MS committees across anthropology, sociology, environmental studies, and clinical psychology. His research has been funded by the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. He is actively involved in public engagement, including invited talks and co-authored blog posts on transgender health data. He leads the STAR Lab and is part of the Global Health Biomarker Lab, fostering collaborative, interdisciplinary research on health equity and resilience among marginalized populations.

• Educational Technology
• Social Justice in Education
• Indigenous Epistemologies
• +3 more

Emma Mecham is a Professional Practice Associate Professor at Utah State University's Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services, affiliated with the School of Teacher Education & Leadership. Her research focuses on educational equity, Indigenous epistemologies, and the intersection of technology with pedagogical practices. Employing mixed-methods approaches to study K-12 BIPOC trans students' experiences Investigating generative AI's role in teaching and epistemological conflicts Advancing distributive justice in vehicular electrification projects Decolonizing teacher education through Indigenous knowledge systems Her recent work explores pandemic schooling challenges, teacher onboarding processes, and culturally responsive curricula. While no formal awards are listed in public records, her publications demonstrate sustained engagement with social justice and educational reform.

Róisín Ryan-FloodView profile

Professor

• Gender
• Sexuality
• Citizenship
• +5 more

Professor Róisín Ryan-Flood is Professor of Sociology and Director of the Centre for Intimate and Sexual Citizenship (CISC) at the University of Essex's Department of Sociology and Criminology. Her academic leadership spans intersectional feminist research on gender, sexuality, citizenship, and digital intimacy within the UK's leading social sciences institution. Her educational background includes: PhD from London School of Economics and Political Science MPhil from Trinity College Dublin BA from University College Cork Ryan-Flood's research program centers on intersectional feminist approaches to sexual citizenship, with particular focus on kinship formations, migration patterns among LGBTQ populations, and digital intimacy practices. Her scholarship critically examines how marginalized communities navigate state structures, social norms, and technological transformations while asserting their rights to intimate citizenship. Current projects explore physical affection among LGBTQ couples in public spaces, online romance fraud recovery mechanisms, and identity disclosure through DNA testing among donor-conceived individuals. Her publication trajectory reveals consistent innovation in feminist methodology and LGBTQ studies, evolving from foundational work on lesbian motherhood to contemporary investigations of digital intimacy and transnational sexual citizenship. Recent scholarship increasingly engages with consent frameworks, trans experiences, and the political economy of intimacy across diverse cultural contexts. Key recognitions include: NIHR Mental Health Research Leader Award (2025) Longstanding co-editorship of Sexualities: Studies in Culture and Society since 2012 As an academic supervisor, Ryan-Flood has mentored 17 doctoral students to completion across sociology, criminology, and clinical psychology, with current supervision spanning LGBTQ migration experiences, technology-facilitated sexual violence, and therapeutic approaches to gender-affirming care. Her research program has secured substantial funding from the ESRC, British Academy, Brocher Foundation, and UCU, including multiple projects examining donor conception identity disclosure and LGBTQ experiences in higher education. The Centre for Intimate and Sexual Citizenship operates as a dynamic hub for critical sexuality research, fostering collaborations across Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia through conferences, visiting scholar programs, and public engagement initiatives.

• Language and literacy disorders
• Dyslexia
• Interdisciplinary education and practice
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Abbie Olszewski, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, serves as Associate Professor in Literacy Studies within the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Nevada, Reno. With over 25 years of clinical experience as a certified speech-language pathologist, she trains future educators—including speech-language pathologists, special educators, and early childhood specialists—in evidence-based practices for improving children's language and literacy skills, with specialized focus on dyslexia evaluation and intervention. Education: Ph.D. in Disability Disciplines in Special Education and Rehabilitation (specializing in Speech-Language Pathology and Language and Literacy), Utah State University, 2011 M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology, Northern Illinois University, 1998 B.S. in Communicative Disorders, Northern Illinois University, 1996 Research Focus: Dr. Olszewski's work centers on three interconnected domains: (1) Developing AI-driven screeners for early identification of dyslexia/dysgraphia through children's writing analysis, funded by NSF/IES through the National AI Institute for Exceptional Education; (2) Pioneering clinical interventions including her seminal book How to Teach Voice and Communication Skills to Transgender Women ; (3) Advancing scholarship of teaching and learning to optimize educator preparation. Her research bridges clinical practice, technology innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Publication Trends: Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate accelerating integration of artificial intelligence in speech-language pathology, particularly for dyslexia screening and culturally responsive interventions. Concurrent threads examine interdisciplinary training models and transgender communication services, reflecting her commitment to technology-enhanced, inclusive educational practices that address systemic service gaps. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards reported in available documentation. Grants and Leadership: Principal investigator on multiple federal grants including NSF/IES funding for AI-driven exceptional education solutions and OSEP funding for interdisciplinary training of early childhood special educators and speech-language pathology students. Her work emphasizes team science to develop scalable interventions addressing speech-language pathologist shortages. Collaborative Frameworks: Actively engaged with the National Artificial Intelligence Institute for Exceptional Education, leading cross-disciplinary collaborations between speech-language pathologists, educators, computer scientists, and AI researchers to transform service delivery models for children with communication disorders.

Isaac Samuel KohaneView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Biomedical Informatics
• Genomics
• +4 more

Isaac Samuel Kohane, MD, PhD, is the inaugural Chair and Marion V. Nelson Professor of Biomedical Informatics at Harvard Medical School, with additional appointments as Professor of Pediatrics at Boston Children's Hospital and Associate Professor of Medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He directs the Kohane Lab ('Zaklab'), pioneering AI integration in clinical medicine, patient data control, and human values in AI systems. His research spans 30+ years of re-engineering healthcare through computational techniques, linking EHR and genomic data to study complex diseases like autism, cancers, and rare disorders. He co-authored the Institute of Medicine's Precision Medicine Report and authored influential books including The AI Revolution in Medicine . Recent work focuses on causal machine learning for treatment outcomes, GPT-4 applications in diabetes monitoring, and patient-centric data systems like PING and Guardian Angel. He leads NIH-funded initiatives on trans-omics integration (TOPMED) and patient-centered information commons. Scientific Honors: Institute of Medicine (National Academy of Medicine) member American Society for Clinical Investigation member Current Research: Multi-institutional real-world data pipelines AI ethics and value alignment Genomic risk scores in cancer Neurodevelopmental disorder genetics The lab fosters a collaborative environment with graduate students and postdocs working on large language models, precision oncology, and disease classification. He balances leadership in NEJM AI as Editor-in-Chief with hands-on research and mentorship.

Joseph RiceView profile

Associate Professor

• Philosophical Theology
• Freedom of Conscience
• Ethics
• +5 more

Joseph Rice is an Associate Professor of Philosophical Theology at the Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology at Seton Hall University . He is a classically-trained expert in the philosophical thought of Karol Wojtyla (Pope John Paul II), focusing on intersubjectivity, ethics of marriage and family, and the role of conscience in self-constitution. Ph.D., The Catholic University of America (2007) Ph.L., Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum (1995) Ph.B., Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum (1994) B.A., University of Notre Dame (1984) Dr. Rice's research explores intersections of philosophical theology , phenomenology , and ethical frameworks , particularly through Wojtyla's lens. He investigates themes like economic ethics , human dignity , and communal participation , as seen in his publications on globalization, post-pandemic economies, and trans-phenomenological approaches to selfhood. His recent work emphasizes Wojtyla's philosophical theology in addressing contemporary issues such as economic ethics , inclusive economies , and environmental stewardship . Articles span topics from phenomenological ethics to Catholic social doctrine in post-pandemic contexts. Research Fellowship from Catholic University of Lublin Research Fellowship from Kosciuszko Foundation Research Fellowship from Dr. Robert R. Banville Foundation Research Fellowship from Earhart Foundation

Pierre Cloutier de RepentignyView profile

Professor

• Environmental Law
• Law of the Sea
• Marine Biodiversity
• +3 more

Pierre Cloutier de Repentigny serves as a Part-Time Professor and doctoral candidate at the University of Ottawa's Faculty of Law, specializing in environmental law with critical analysis of marine biodiversity frameworks under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea. He actively contributes to the Centre for Environmental Law and Global Sustainability and co-teaches the bilingual Environmental Law Clinic through a partnership with Ecojustice. His academic background includes dual law degrees—Bachelor of Civil Law (LL.L.) and Bachelor of Common Law (LL.B.)—from the University of Ottawa, complemented by a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of British Columbia where his thesis examined EU biofuels legislation sustainability. Research focuses on deconstructing liberal biases in international marine governance to foster sustainable human-marine relationships, spanning environmental law, maritime policy, and interdisciplinary sustainability frameworks. His critical methodology interrogates foundational legal assumptions while integrating LGBTQ2S justice perspectives through advocacy work. Key recognition includes: Bombardier Canada Graduate Doctoral Scholarship from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Professional experience encompasses Environment Canada, Public Health Agency of Canada, International Centre for Criminal Law Reform, Cohen Commission of Inquiry into Fraser River Sockeye Salmon decline, and Federal Court clerkship under Justice Richard G. Mosley. Current advisory roles include supporting UN International Law Commission member Professor Cissé Yacouba and directing research for JusticeTrans, advancing trans-inclusive access to justice.

Marie Gustafsson SendénView profile

Professor

• Gender studies
• Language and gender
• Gender equality
• +4 more

Marie Gustafsson Sendén is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Stockholm University, specializing in gender studies, language, and gender equality beyond the binary. She leads research in the Gender Lab, a research group focused on exploring different facets of gender-related issues. Her work spans multiple international collaborations and has significant implications for workplace diversity, language reform, and social policy. As a social psychologist, Gustafsson Sendén's research primarily focuses on two interconnected domains: gender diversity interventions in organizational contexts and language studies examining gender phenomena. Her work investigates how gender diversity interventions influence reactions to personnel selection processes and working climate, and how gender-neutral pronouns affect gender perceptions, identities, and stereotypes. She has developed innovative experimental tasks to assess linguistic behavior related to self- and group-serving biases as well as gender stereotyping. Her recent publications reveal a strong international focus, with research spanning 62 countries on gendered self-views and 37 countries on parental leave intentions. Her work combines computational text analysis, experimental methods, and large-scale survey research to examine how language both reflects and maintains gender segregation in organizations and society. A recurring theme is the implementation and effects of gender-inclusive language, particularly the Swedish gender-inclusive pronoun "hen." Gustafsson Sendén leads the Gender Lab research group at Stockholm University, which explores various facets of gender-related issues. Her team conducts research on gender diversity interventions, language and gender, trans and gender non-conforming representations in media, and cross-cultural gender studies. She is involved in several significant projects including the EU project "Achieving gender diversity" and the Genderfair.se initiative focused on gender-inclusive language.

• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Public Health
• Critical Race Theory
• +3 more

Dr. Chris Barcelos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where they direct the Queer and Trans Studies Minor. As an interdisciplinary scholar-educator, their work examines intersections of sexuality, race, and power in youth health contexts. EDUCATION: BA in Sociology and Gender Studies from Marlboro College MPPA and PhD in Public Health from University of Massachusetts Amherst CAGS in Advanced Feminist Studies from UMass Amherst RESEARCH INTERESTS: Queer and Trans Health Equity Feminist Public Health Approaches Racialized Health Interventions Reproductive Justice Movements Digital Health Funding Dynamics Intersectional Youth Advocacy SCIENTIFIC AWARDS: 2022 ASA Sociology of Sexualities Distinguished Book Award for Distributing Condoms and Hope RECENT ARTICLE TRENDS: Focus on crowdfunding's role in transgender healthcare access (2023-2020) Developing queer safer sex pedagogies (2023-2019) Reproductive justice frameworks for youth organizing (2025-2020) Challenging colorblindness in sexual health programming (2018-2014)

• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Health Education
• Physical Education
• +7 more

Dr lisahunter (pronoun: it) serves as Senior Lecturer at Monash University's School of Curriculum Teaching & Inclusive Education, Peninsula Campus, actively advancing research in critical gender/sexuality studies, Indigenous knowledges, and embodied pedagogies. With a PhD and ORCID profile, lisahunter supervises PhD students while leading cross-sector collaborations in education, health, and sport recreation. Research centers on deconstructing normative frameworks through queer theory, sensory methodologies, and decolonizing praxis. Key areas include intersex/trans liberation in Health & Physical Education, planetary health through bluespace connections, surfing culture as critical pedagogy, and Indigenous knowledges for social transformation. Work consistently addresses intersectional exclusion in sport/education systems while innovating multimodal dissemination. Analysis of 92 research outputs reveals intensifying focus on Indigenous sovereignty, intersex inclusion, and queer methodologies since 2020, with 15 recent publications demonstrating methodological innovation through cyborg theory, autoethnopoetics, and sensory ethnography. This trajectory aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals for gender equality, reduced inequalities, and climate action. Scientific recognition includes: Vice Chancellor's Excellence Award for Diversity and Inclusion (2021) lisahunter mentors early-career academics while securing major grants including SSHRC-funded Mitho Miskawawin (enhancing Indigenous girls' sport access) and Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria partnerships. Current projects address violence prevention in sport, intersex-inclusive education, and planetary health through 'Uncharted Waters' bluespace initiatives. Community leadership spans Surf Lifesaving Victoria, Helicopter Rescue operations, and consultancy for Motivation Project on gender/sexuality policy. Media engagement includes Monash Lens features on menstrual equity and Gay Games analyses, demonstrating public scholarship bridging academia and social change.