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Keith EyeonsView profile

Professor

• Theology
• Physics-Theology Interactions
• Quantum Field Theory
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Keith Eyeons is a Fellow in Theology at Downing College, University of Cambridge, where he also serves as Chaplain, Dean of Chapel, SCR President, and Secretary of the Governing Body. His academic credentials include MA degrees from Nottingham and a PhD. Dr. Eyeons specializes in the intersection of theology and physics, with particular focus on quantum field theory and general relativity. His research explores how established physics concepts about reality's fundamental nature can inform theological discussions, bridging a gap between scientific understanding and religious interpretation. He advocates for a 'middle ground' approach within Christianity that integrates diverse traditions including Catholicism, Orthodoxy, and various Protestant movements. His work aims to make complex theological and scientific concepts accessible to broad audiences without academic jargon. His publications demonstrate a consistent interest in bridging disciplines and traditions, with work spanning scientific and religious domains. His research shows progression from physics-theology connections toward examining intra-Christian unity and the value of a 'broad church' approach. Shortlisted for Michael Ramsey Prize As Chaplain and Dean of Chapel at Downing College, Dr. Eyeons advises students and leads religious services, including Compline which attracts diverse student groups. His work bridges academic theology with practical pastoral care while maintaining strong connections with the student community. Dr. Eyeons actively participates in the Downing College Chapel community, where he has established regular services that bring together students from varied backgrounds, fostering an inclusive spiritual environment that reflects his theological perspective.

Frank ThamesView profile

Professor

• Legislative Politics
• Electoral Systems
• Gender and Politics
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Frank Thames is a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Texas Tech University. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Austin in 2000 and joined the Texas Tech faculty in 2002. His office is located in Holden Hall, and he holds regular office hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Thames specializes in comparative politics with research focusing on: Legislative behavior in post-communist systems Economic implications of electoral systems Gender and political representation dynamics Party systems in transitional democracies Ukrainian and Russian political institutions His publications frequently analyze electoral rules, party switching, and gender quotas using comparative methodologies. His recent scholarly work demonstrates strong emphasis on post-Soviet political systems (particularly Ukraine), electoral engineering, and gender representation. Article themes cluster around legislative cohesion, nomination strategies, historical electoral patterns, and institutional impacts on representation. Thames teaches undergraduate courses in Comparative Politics, Gender Studies, and Russian Politics, while his graduate instruction covers advanced topics in Comparative Politics, Legislative Studies, and Gender in Political Systems.

Brian DouglasView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Sacramental Theology
• Anglican Eucharistic Theology
• Interfaith Dialogue
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Brian Douglas is an Anglican priest and Adjunct Research Professor at the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture in Canberra. He teaches at St Mark's National Theological Centre and serves as Editor of The Journal of Anglican Studies. His academic credentials include a Dip Teach (Education) from WTC, BA (Hons) in Education from Macquarie University, BD in Theology from MCD, MTh (Hons) in Theology from Charles Sturt University, and a PhD in Theology and Education from Newcastle University. Dr. Douglas's scholarly work focuses on: Sacramental theology, particularly Anglican Eucharistic theology across historical periods Anglican foundations and historical development The diaconate and ecclesial structures Interfaith dialogue and religious pluralism His research demonstrates a consistent engagement with how Eucharistic theology has evolved within Anglicanism from the Reformation through the Oxford Movement to contemporary contexts. He has made significant contributions to understanding Edward Bouverie Pusey's theological work and the development of Eucharistic liturgies in the Anglican Church of Australia. Recent publications explore the intersection of poetry, sacramentality, and theology through figures like Richard Hooker and George Herbert, revealing his interdisciplinary approach. Dr. Douglas has published over 60 research outputs including books, journal articles, and book chapters. His major works include the two-volume 'A Companion to Anglican Eucharistic Theology,' 'The Eucharistic Theology of Edward Bouverie Pusey,' 'The Anglican Eucharist in Australia,' and 'Sacramental Poetics in Richard Hooker and George Herbert.' His scholarly contributions have positioned him as a leading voice in contemporary Anglican theological discourse. His methodological approach often integrates philosophical frameworks, particularly Habermas's theory of communicative action, to address questions of theological diversity within Anglican tradition and to foster meaningful dialogue across theological differences. This approach is evident in his work on multiformity in Anglican Eucharistic liturgies and his contributions to interfaith dialogue.

• American Religious History
• Baptist Studies
• Women in American Christianity
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Carol Crawford Holcomb is a Professor and holds the Janey S. Briscoe Chair of Religion and Life at the College of Christian Studies, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. She has been with the university since 1999 and has contributed extensively to the fields of American Religious History, Baptist Studies, and Women in American Christianity. Education : Ph.D. from Baylor University, M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, B.A. from Louisiana Tech University. Her research focuses on Baptist women's role in Progressivism, the Social Gospel movement, Southern religion, the Southern Baptist Woman's Missionary Union, and race relations in Baptist history. Her publications span from 1996 to 2025, with recent works addressing Baptist contributions to religious liberty and historical reinterpretation. Notable awards include the W. O. Carver Distinguished Service Award (2017), multiple Norman Cox Awards for best articles (2013, 2001), and the Faculty Award for Excellence in Scholarship (2007). She actively participates in academic societies such as the American Academy of Religion and Baptist History and Heritage Society.

• Musicology
• Classical Western Music (Interpretation)
• Turkic Cultural Studies
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Prof. Dr. Yavuz Selim KAFKASYALI is a full-time Professor at Kafkas University State Conservatory, Department of Music, Turkey, since 2024. He previously held academic positions as Associate Professor (2019–2024), Doctoral Faculty Member (2013–2019), and Instructor (2005–2013) at the same institution. Current leadership roles: Head of the Main Arts Department (2023–), Conservatory Director (2020–), Department Chair (2019–) Academic background: Master of Science in Music Sciences and Technology (İnönü University, 2013), MA in Musicology (Atatürk University, 2005), BA in Musicology (Atatürk University, 2003) His research focuses on Turkic musicology, Classical Western Music interpretation, and socio-cultural analysis of folk traditions. Recent work examines national identity in music, cultural unity through folk songs like Sarı Gelin, and historical connections between Ottoman/Iranian and Turkic musical systems. Collaborations include researchers from Dicle University, Atatürk University, and international institutions in Azerbaijan and Turkey. His pedagogical activities include teaching chamber music, orchestral performance, and violin specialization courses (2023–2024).

Ehsan AryafarView profile

Associate Professor

• Wireless Networks
• Networked Systems
• Computer Systems
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Ehsan Aryafar is an Associate Professor of Computer Science in the Maseeh College of Engineering & Computer Science at Portland State University (PSU), with a courtesy appointment in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department. Previously, he served as a Research Scientist at Intel Labs (2013-2017) and as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Princeton University (2011-2013). His educational background includes a Ph.D. and M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Rice University (2011, 2007) and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology (2005). His research spans wireless networks and networked systems, with focus areas in mmWave communications, full-duplex wireless, virtual reality support over wireless, and distributed machine learning at the network edge. He leads the Networks and Wireless Systems (NeWS) Lab at PSU, which maintains equipment including WARP WiFi FPGAs, NVIDIA Jetsons, mmWave radios, and VR gear. His publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical implementation alongside theoretical modeling, with recent work focusing on VR streaming over mmWave, deep learning for blockage mitigation, and EBG-based antenna designs for full-duplex systems. The research trajectory shows evolution from foundational work in wireless mesh networks to cutting-edge explorations of 6G-enabling technologies. Award highlights include the 2020 NSF CAREER award, 2023-2025 David E. Wedge Vision Professorship, and the 2025 IEEE AIIoT Best Paper award. He has authored over 30 patents in mobile and wireless systems and serves on editorial boards including IEEE Transactions on Mobile Computing. As an educator, he teaches advanced courses in Wireless Networks, Virtual Reality, and Machine Learning, emphasizing hands-on implementation with Unity and Python. His mentorship spans 29 students including 5 Ph.D. graduates, with recent advisees founding startups like CacheWave based on their research.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Big Data
• Human-Robot Interaction
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Diego Reforgiato Recupero is a Full Professor at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science of the University of Cagliari, Italy, since December 2015. He is the director and creator of the Human-Robot-Interaction Laboratory (http://hri.unica.it) and co-director of the Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Laboratory (http://aibd.unica.it). His roles include quality responsible for the department and membership in the Commission for start-up and spin-off at the University. He teaches multiple courses across disciplines: Computers Architecture for Computer Science bachelor's, Big Data for Computer Science master's, and Web Design and Digital Storytelling for the Master's in Philosophy and Theories of Communication. His research spans interdisciplinary domains including Artificial Intelligence Big Data Analytics Knowledge Graphs Human-Robot Interaction Digital Transformation His scholarly output demonstrates significant focus on AI applications in energy systems (smart grids, district heating), knowledge graph engineering (ontology generation, semantic conversion), and human-centric AI (conversational agents, digital coaching). Publications frequently address data augmentation techniques and transformer architectures across finance, tourism, and mental health domains. He leads the Human-Robot Interaction Laboratory and co-founded the Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Laboratory. His work integrates Apache Spark for big data processing, Unity for synthetic data generation, and RDF/OWL standards for knowledge representation.

Holly CarleyView profile

Professor

• mathematical physics
• analysis
• approximation theory
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Holly Carley is a Professor of Mathematics at the City University of New York (CUNY) within the School of Arts & Sciences Department of Mathematics. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia (2004), an M.S. (1999) and B.S. (1997) with honors from the University of Central Florida, advised by R.N. Mohapatra and X. Li. Her research spans mathematical physics, analysis, approximation theory, and copulas in probability and statistics. B.S. with honors: University of Central Florida M.S.: University of Central Florida Ph.D.: University of Virginia Carley's research interests include mathematical physics, where she explores quantum systems and nonlinear effects, and approximation theory, focusing on inequalities and polynomial properties. She also investigates copulas for modeling multivariate dependencies in probability and statistics, with applications to extremal measures and graph-based constructions. Her publications emphasize mathematical physics (e.g., Born-Infeld effects, harmonic oscillator limits), copulas (e.g., subcopula extensions, extremal measures), and pedagogical methods (e.g., matrix reduction techniques, continued fractions). Key trends involve interdisciplinary applications of analysis and geometry to physics and statistics. Grants: Senior Personnel – Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program (MSEIP), 2015-2018 PSC-CUNY Grants (2008-2013) on polarons, extremal doubly stochastic measures Books (OER): Co-author of PreCalculus (second edition) with Thomas Tradler Co-author of Arithmetic|Algebra with Bonanome et al.

Juan Christian PellicerView profile

Professor

• British poetry
• Reception of genre associated with Virgil
• 18th century literature
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Professor Juan Christian Pellicer is a distinguished scholar at the University of Oslo's Faculty of Humanities, specializing in English literature with a focus on classical reception, particularly Virgil's influence. His academic career spans multiple institutions including the University of Oxford, where he completed his M.Phil., and the University of Oslo, where he earned his doctorate. Education: Dr. Art., University of Oslo (2002) M.Phil. in English Studies, Medieval Literature 1100-1500, University of Oxford (1994) Professor Pellicer's research centers on British poetry, particularly the reception of Virgilian genres across centuries. His expertise spans the early eighteenth century literature, Milton and Shakespeare reception, and the evolution of georgic and pastoral traditions in British and American literature. His work explores how classical forms have been adapted, imitated, and transformed through literary history, with special attention to allusion, genre mixing, and the relationship between classical and contemporary verse. His recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on georgic poetry and its transformations, from classical models through eighteenth-century adaptations to modern interpretations. Pellicer's scholarship reveals how literary traditions persist and evolve, particularly examining how Virgil's works have been reinterpreted across different historical periods and cultural contexts. His monograph "Preposterous Virgil" represents a significant contribution to understanding modern engagements with classical literature. Professor Pellicer has been an active contributor to the field through his participation in research groups focused on linguistics and poetics, as well as literary traditions in early modern Europe. His scholarly work appears in prestigious journals and edited collections across multiple disciplines within literary studies.

Owen CalderbankView profile

Lecturer

• 3D Game Development
• Computer Graphics
• Motion Capture
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Owen Calderbank serves as a Lecturer in Games at Manchester Metropolitan University's School of Digital Arts (SODA), where he oversees Games Art and Games Design teams while researching cutting-edge 3D game development pipelines. His research spans critical domains in digital arts and game technology: 3D/2D Graphics and Animation Motion Capture Systems and Virtual Production Game Engine Optimization (Unity) Extended Reality (XR) and Metaverse Development Calderbank integrates professional studio experience with academic practice, holding Unity Professional Artist certification to advance world-creation methodologies and industry-aligned pipelines within SODA's Games programs.

• Community Studies
• Border Communities
• Social Change
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Hanna Bojar is a Professor at the Institute of Philosophy and Sociology, Polish Academy of Sciences (IFiS PAN), where she has been affiliated since 1987. She currently works in the Department of Theoretical Sociology and is part of the Sociology and Cultural Anthropology Research Group (since 2010). Her academic journey includes habilitation in sociology from IFiS PAN in 2015. Her research focuses on community studies, particularly border local communities, social change, relations between tradition and innovation, various forms of community, and family transformations within democratization processes, multiculturalism, social mobility, and contemporary civilizational threats. She specializes in qualitative sociological research methodology. Her recent publications reveal a consistent focus on border regions, Europeanization processes, immigrant experiences, and family dynamics in changing social contexts. Her work spans Eastern, Southern, and Western borderlands of Poland with particular attention to Polish-Ukrainian, Polish-Russian, and Polish-German contexts. Ministry of National Education Award (1991) Stefan Ossowski Award from Polish Sociological Association (1992) Polish Science Foundation Monograph Competition Winner (2000) Nomination for Jerzy Giedroyc Award (2001) Polish Science Foundation 'Master' Program Scholarship (2004-2006) Professor Bojar has led numerous research projects including studies on border communities, Europeanization processes, family in public space, and Polish migration to Germany. She has also contributed to major initiatives like the European Social Survey. Her work extends beyond academia through expert roles at CASE Research Agency, State Institute of International Affairs, Batorego Foundation, Pro Publico Bono Foundation, and Institute of Public Affairs.

Luís M. Figueiredo RodriguesView profile

Associate Professor

• Practical Theology
• Digital Theology
• Religious Education
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Luís M. Figueiredo Rodrigues is an Associate Professor at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa , specializing in Theology and Religious Studies . He holds a PhD in Practical Theology and a Master's in Educational Sciences with a focus on e-Learning Pedagogy. His academic work bridges theology with digital culture through publications addressing faith transmission in networked societies and technological pastoral challenges. PhD in Practical Theology (Universidade Católica Portuguesa) Master's in Educational Sciences (e-Learning Pedagogy, Universidade Aberta) Canonical Degree in Catechetical Theology (Facultad de Teología "San Dámaso", Madrid) His research interests include: Digital theology and media ecology Religious education in networked environments Contemporary catechetical practices Ecclesial response to globalization Mental health in pastoral ministry Dr. Rodrigues has produced 27 publications since 1996, with recent works examining digital faith mediation, burnout in clergy, and digital identity formation. He contributes to the UCP-CITER research center and teaches modules on communication technologies in education and practical theology. Key themes in his 2024-2025 works include: Digital theological symbolism Anthropological faith transformations Religious dynamics in political contexts Fraternality in global theology His career spans both academic and pastoral roles, with a focus on adapting religious education to digital cultures while maintaining theological authenticity.

• Liturgical Theology
• Sacramental Theology
• Eucharistic Theology
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Rev. Dr. Andrzej Megger serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Liturgy at The John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, where he contributes to theological education and liturgical scholarship. His institutional affiliation includes active participation in the Institute of Liturgics and Homiletics, evidenced by annual reports on academic activities spanning 2015-2020. Megger's research centers on liturgical theology with emphasis on historical movements, Eucharistic theology, and post-conciliar hermeneutics. His work examines the American Liturgical Movement through Virgil Michel OSB, logocentrism in Ratzinger/Benedict XVI's theology, and continuity in Roman Missal editions. He explores practical dimensions through Eucharistic processions, lectionary interpretation, and confirmation theology, bridging historical analysis with contemporary liturgical renewal. His publication trends reveal deep engagement with Polish liturgical renewal (e.g., Bishop Kowalski's work) and international ecumenical dialogue, particularly through Eastern Christian liturgical theology. Megger's projects frequently integrate historical scholarship with pastoral application, as seen in his National Science Centre-funded research on the liturgical movement as a social phenomenon. 4th degree individual award for outstanding organizational-social activity and science popularization (2020) Membership in Association of Polish Liturgists (2014) Scientific supervision of doctoral theses including Robert Dorau's work on Ratzinger's liturgical mystagogy Megger actively organizes major academic events including the Ecclesiological Week conferences and international symposia on liturgy and new evangelization. His international collaborations include teaching internships at Eichstätt-Ingolstadt University (Germany) and research visits to Notre Dame and Tbilisi universities, focusing on liturgical eschatology and Eastern Christian traditions. He serves as editor for "Studia Liturgiczne" and has led National Science Centre projects examining the liturgical movement as a social phenomenon.

Sławomir NowosadView profile

Professor

• Ecumenical Theology
• Anglican Moral Theology
• Protestant Ethics
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Rev. Prof. Dr. hab. Sławomir Nowosad is a Polish theologian and professor at the Catholic University of Lublin (KUL) , serving as Head of the Department of Fundamental and Ecumenical Moral Theology since 2024. He earned his PhD and habilitation in moral theology at KUL, and was awarded the title of professor in 2022. His academic career spans leadership roles including Dean of the Faculty of Theology (2016-2020), Vice-Rector (2008-2012), and Head of the Ecumenical Moral Theology Department (2002-2024). He has taught at theological institutions in Slovakia, Ukraine, and the USA. Education : 1984: Master of Theology, Catholic University of Lublin 1992: PhD in Moral Theology, KUL 2001: Habilitation in Theological Sciences, KUL 2022: Professor title in Theological Sciences Research Interests focus on ecumenical moral theology , Anglican theological traditions , demographic ethics , and environmental ethics . His work analyzes the Catholic university's role in cultural shifts , Christian ethics in non-Christian religions , and post-communist moral reconstruction . Scientific Projects include: The Trauma of Communism (2021-2022): Examined long-term effects of communist oppression on religious freedom and academic institutions. The Faith and Freedom Initiative (2021-2023): Documented Catholic faith's role in preserving dignity under authoritarian regimes. Catholic Universities Partnership (2005-2023): International collaboration addressing university missions in pluralistic societies. Scientific Awards : Knight's Cross of the Order of Polonia Restituta (2012) Rector's Individual First Degree Award (2023) Academic Leadership : Coordinated 24 seminars for the Modern ICT Technologies project (2009-2010) Executive Program for Catholic Leadership participant at Notre Dame (2017) Visiting scholar at Oxford (1991-2011), Helsinki (2020), and Notre Dame (2012, 2016, 2022)

• Biblical Theology
• Christian Pedagogy
• Religious Education
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Rev. Dr. Hab. Roman Sieroń, Assistant Professor at the Department of Detailed Catechetics and Contemporary Forms of Transmission of the Faith, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, specializes in biblical theology and Christian education. His work bridges biblical hermeneutics with modern pedagogical challenges, focusing on postmodern anthropology, ecological theology, and Pauline pedagogy. Biblical Anthropology Christian Pedagogy Eco-Theology Pauline Theology Over the past decade, Sieroń has published extensively on biblical education models, including The Ecological Message of the Bible (2019) and Outline of Biblical Thanatology (2010). His research explores joy (chara) in Pauline epistles, suffering pedagogy in Job, and the educational potential of biblical narratives. Scientific Honors: Medal of the National Education Commission (2013) As an organizer of Sandomierz Bible Weeks and international conferences, Sieroń contributes to Catholic educational initiatives. He serves as editorial board member for journals like Society and Family and reviews habilitation procedures for Polish biblical scholars.