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Victoria A. BeardView profile

Professor

• International Development Planning
• Comparative Urbanization
• Community-Based Planning
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Victoria A. Beard is Professor of City and Regional Planning at Cornell University's College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, where she serves as Director of the Cornell Mui Ho Center for Cities. She is also a Core Faculty member of the Southeast Asia Program and was named a Global Public Voices Fellow (2021-22) for her work on urban poverty and water/sanitation inequality in developing countries. Education: Ph.D. in Community and Regional Planning, University of British Columbia (1999) M.A. in Urban Planning, University of California–Los Angeles (1995) B.A. in Urban Studies and Planning, University of California–San Diego (1992) Beard's research examines how communities in the Global South navigate formal planning systems to address urban poverty through collective action and transnational networks. Her work emphasizes water/sanitation infrastructure as critical sites of inequality, investigating how intermittency and affordability barriers perpetuate urban exclusion. She conducts comparative fieldwork in Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Cambodia) and transnational contexts (Oaxaca/Southern California), analyzing how community-based planning can drive city-wide transformation despite institutional constraints. Her recent publications reveal a strategic shift toward infrastructure justice, with increasing focus on municipal service delivery systems and climate resilience. Beard consistently connects micro-level community practices to macro-level policy frameworks, highlighting pathways for inclusive urban development that center marginalized populations' lived experiences. Scientific Awards: Global Public Voices Fellow (2021-22) International Faculty Fellow, Global Cornell (2017) Fulbright Scholar to Indonesia (1993-94) Beard has secured major research funding including CORCL (University of California–Irvine) and Pacific Rim Research Program grants for transnational community planning projects. With 20+ years of practitioner experience, she has designed poverty-alleviation programs for the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, and RAND, specializing in community-based development, monitoring/evaluation systems, and national policy implementation. Her grant portfolio bridges academic research and on-the-ground impact through partnerships with NGOs like Mercy Corps. As Director of the Cornell Mui Ho Center for Cities, Beard leads initiatives focused on climate-resilient urban futures, including symposia on New York City resilience and Kenya's informal housing. She collaborates extensively with Cornell's Southeast Asia Program and Atkinson Center for Sustainable Future, building interdisciplinary teams that integrate planning, public health, and environmental science perspectives.

• Sustainable Food Systems
• Policy and Governance
• Biodiversity Conservation
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Hens Runhaar is Professor of Policy and Governance for Sustainable Food Systems at Utrecht University's Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development. He holds positions as Chair of the Examination Committee for Sustainable Development and is a member of the Core Team of Future Food Utrecht. Additionally, he serves on the Editorial Board of Earth System Governance Journal and as Associate Editor of Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems journal. His research focuses on sustainable food systems, policy and governance for biodiversity conservation, and nature-inclusive agriculture. Runhaar's research interests center on understanding the connectivity issues in Western food systems that lead to sustainability challenges including biodiversity loss, climate change, and food-related diseases. He investigates the decoupling of food production from environmental conditions, disconnects between feed production and livestock farming, and the separation between food production and consumption areas. His work emphasizes biodiversity as a key indicator of sustainable food systems, with special interest in scaling up agroecology, regenerative agriculture, and nature-inclusive agriculture. He delivered his inaugural lecture on January 17, 2025, titled 'Governing towards sustainable food systems: new connections for more diversity'. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on biodiversity policy integration, nature-based solutions, and transformative food system changes. Runhaar has been instrumental in special issues on biodiversity governance and environmental policy integration. His research projects include COMBINED (2025-2031), REWIRE, DivGrass, and work on the Water Framework Directive after 2027. Editorial Board Member of Earth System Governance Journal Associate editor of Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems journal Member of the Scientific Advisory Committee of Dutch Bird Protection Association Senior Research Fellow of Earth System Governance research network Fellow of Wageningen School of Social Sciences Runhaar actively supervises numerous PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, with a focus on sustainable food systems, biodiversity conservation, and nature-inclusive agriculture. He has contributed significantly to societal debates through media appearances in NRC, De Volkskrant, and EenVandaag, addressing topics like nitrogen policy, nature restoration, and the role of farmers in sustainability transitions. Beyond academia, he volunteers with the Badger Working Group Utrecht and 't Gooi Foundation, monitoring badgers since 2012 and contributing to nature conservation efforts.

• Comparative Employment Relations
• Institutional Regulation
• Gender Equality in Labour Markets
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Colm McLaughlin is a Professor of Employment Relations at the UCD School of Business. He serves as Vice-Principal for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the College of Business, Co-Director of the UCD Centre for Business and Society (CeBaS), and UN Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) Coordinator. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and has held academic roles at the University of Auckland and postdoctoral positions at Cambridge, alongside industry experience in local government and hospitality. Education : BA and MComm (University of Auckland), PhD (University of Cambridge). Research Interests : Comparative employment relations, institutional regulation, gender equality, training systems, and low-paid work. Professional Appointments : Research Associate at Cambridge’s Centre for Business Research, Visiting Fellow at the University of Sydney and Victoria University Wellington. His recent research focuses on immigration policy as a skills supply mechanism in liberal market economies, trade union legitimation politics, and reflexive regulation frameworks. He has examined how ideational power resources shape labour relations and contributed to debates on corporate social responsibility and sustainable HRM practices. His work bridges theory and practice, particularly in case method pedagogy reform. Colm has received multiple awards, including the AMLE Best Article Winner (2017), Academy of Management Dark Side Case Competition Winner (2013), and University Teaching Excellence Awards (2020). His publications appear in prestigious journals such as Industrial Relations , Journal of Industrial Relations , and Academy of Management Learning and Education . He has served on editorial boards for Industrial Relations: A Journal of Economy and Society and Journal of Industrial Relations , and held leadership roles in committees like BITCI Leadership for Sustainability and the SDG Engagement Working Group.

• Gender Studies
• Social Justice
• LGBTQI+ Research
• +7 more

Aideen Quilty is Associate Professor of Gender Studies and Social Justice at University College Dublin (UCD), where she also serves as Head of School for the School of Social Policy, Social Work and Social Justice and as Associate Dean of Social Sciences. With academic responsibility for all social science undergraduate degrees and programs at UCD, she plays a significant leadership role in one of the university's largest academic units. Her educational background includes a BEd, M Equality Studies, and PhD from Maynooth University, along with a Diploma in Public Relations from the Public Relations Institute of Ireland. Her academic journey reflects a deep commitment to social justice, equality, and community engagement. Professor Quilty's research is profoundly interdisciplinary, weaving together gender studies, queer theory, human geography, and adult education. Her work centers on two major strands: LGBTQI+ experiences in higher education and society, and widening participation in higher education through spatial theory and critical pedagogies. She approaches her scholarship as a form of critical civic practice, seeking to challenge normative structures and promote social change through education. Her research consistently addresses issues of intersectionality, particularly how gender, sexuality, and spatial positioning affect educational access and outcomes. Her publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on LGBTQI+ issues, particularly youth homelessness and educational inclusion. The most recent articles show an increasing emphasis on spatial justice and the intersections of gender, sexuality, and place. Her work consistently applies queer and feminist theoretical frameworks to practical educational and social contexts, with a strong focus on Irish society while maintaining a European perspective through transnational collaborations. Professor Quilty has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing her excellence in teaching and commitment to student learning: University teaching excellence award (2022) Research Fellowship in teaching and learning from UCD (2019-2021) University Award for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2017) College Teaching and Learning excellence award (2017) UCD Values in Action (VIA) award for her work on the Active Bystander Programme As an advisor, Professor Quilty supervises PhD students working in LGBQI+ and transgender scholarship and EDI in higher education. Her grant activity includes significant projects such as the first nationally funded qualitative research investigation into LGBTQI+ Youth Homelessness in Ireland (2018-2020) and a transnational ERASMUS+ research project developing an LGBTQI+ Inclusion Index for Higher Education Institutions in Europe (2020-2023), which she leads as Principal Investigator. She was also Co-PI on the EU-funded DAPHNE programme (2013-15) exploring LGBTQ youth empowerment. Professor Quilty co-directs the innovative research centre for Gender, Feminisms and Sexualities (CGFS) and works closely with community outreach partners, particularly the Women's Collective Ireland (WCI), as a trusted 'critical friend.' Her work bridges academic research with practical community engagement, creating meaningful connections between university resources and social justice initiatives. She is currently conducting a cross-university impact evaluation research project on the Bystander Programme (2021-22) and serves on the Royal Irish Academy's interdisciplinary committee of social sciences.

Lisa HeldkeView profile

Professor

• Philosophy of Food
• American Philosophy
• Feminist Philosophy
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Lisa Heldke is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Gustavus Adolphus College and an affiliated faculty member in Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies. She has been a longstanding contributor to the academic community, teaching courses such as Modern Philosophy, American Philosophy, Feminist Philosophy, Critical Race Theory, and specialized seminars on food and eating. Her interdisciplinary work bridges philosophy with social justice, education, and culinary ethics. B.A. in Music and Philosophy from Gustavus Adolphus College M.A. and Ph.D. in Philosophy from Northwestern University Her research centers on American Philosophy , Feminist Philosophy , Critical Race Theory , and most notably, the Philosophy of Food . She critically examines food adventuring, colonialist attitudes in cuisine, and the ethical dimensions of eating. Her work explores how food shapes identity, community, and moral responsibility. Her recent and forthcoming publications reveal a deepening inquiry into biological interdependence—particularly parasitism and mutualism—suggesting a novel ontological framework rooted in eating relationships. This innovative direction reflects her ability to connect everyday practices with profound philosophical questions. Lisa Heldke’s scholarly contributions include influential books such as Exotic Appetites: Ruminations of a Food Adventurer and Philosophers at Table: On Food and Being Human , as well as co-editing Oppression, Privilege and Resistance . She is also on the editorial board of The Encyclopedia of Food and Agriculture Ethics (Springer). While specific details about student advising are not listed, her long-standing teaching career and mentorship through seminars suggest active engagement with students. She has no listed scientific awards in the provided texts, but her sustained publication record and editorial roles indicate significant recognition in her field. She is deeply involved in experiential learning, combining her philosophical inquiries with hands-on activities like baking bread in a backyard mud oven and studying sustainable agriculture. Her current research promises to expand the boundaries of philosophical thought by integrating ecological and biological realities into metaphysical and ethical frameworks.

• Geographies of the body
• Feminist theories of embodiment
• Emotions
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Dr. Rachel Colls is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography at Durham University and a Fellow of the Institute for Medical Humanities. Her research focuses on geographies of the body, feminist theories of embodiment, obesity critiques, consumption practices, and clothing. She has published extensively on bodily politics, fat activism, and public health discourses. PhD & MA in Geography (University of Sheffield) Her work interrogates the sociomaterialities of fat bodies, bodily governance through BMI metrics, and affective experiences in retail and educational spaces. Recent publications address air travel accessibility and feminist pedagogies. She supervises postgraduate students and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects concerning bodily rights and health policies. Key article trends include critical obesity studies, feminist interventions in human geography, and the politics of bodily representation across spatial contexts. She employs qualitative methodologies informed by Judith Butler, Elisabeth Grosz, and non-representational theory. Supervised: Rosie Haffenden (MRes)

Adam J. AvivView profile

Associate Professor

• Computer Security
• Cybersecurity
• Privacy
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Adam J. Aviv is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at The George Washington University, leading the George Washington University Usable Security and Privacy Lab (gwusec) . His work focuses on computer security, privacy, and usable security , with a particular emphasis on user behavior, authentication systems, and mobile/web security. University: The George Washington University Academic Rank: Associate Professor Email: aaviv@gwu.edu Research Interests: His research investigates how users interact with security and privacy systems, including studies on: Biometric and mobile authentication Password manager usability Generative AI risk perception Online proctoring and institutional decisions Data breach responses Privacy labels and user trust Recent Publications (2024–2025) span venues like USENIX Security, IEEE S&P, ACM CHI, and PoPETs, covering topics such as: Wearable-based contact tracing in low-resource settings WhatsApp mod security perceptions Password manager issues Privacy label accuracy Grants & Awards: Recipient of the OVPR Research Mentorship Award for his work with students. Currently holds NSF grants for collaborative cybersecurity research and travel funding for Privacy Enhancing Technology Symposium. Teaching: Offers Intro to Usable Security and Privacy (CSCI 4533/6533) in Fall 2025, with students engaging in: Secure messaging studies Interview and survey methodology Full research projects with ethics reports Laboratory: The gwusec lab focuses on user-centered security and privacy research , collaborating with institutions like Tel Aviv University and University of Haifa.

Alison BakerView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Children's Literature
• Reading for pleasure
• Social class
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Alison Baker is a Senior Lecturer at the University of East London within the School of Childhood and Social Care. She specializes in Education and teaches modules on inclusion, Primary English, children's literature, and reflective practice in Primary Teaching. PhD candidate researching white working-class children in children's fantasy fiction Areas of expertise: Social class representation, reading for pleasure, inclusive pedagogy Research Focus: Investigates how social class portrayal in fantasy literature impacts children's reading engagement, with particular attention to working-class disempowerment in fictional narratives. Her work bridges literary analysis with educational practice through projects like the UEL Goodreads discussion group. Key Publications: Contributions on social class in Harry Potter, children's comics, and critical reading pedagogy. Notable works include analyses of social capital in fantasy fiction and the use of social media for teacher development. External Roles: Served as Children's Programme Coordinator at Eastercon 2019 (Ytterbium) and currently sits on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Historical Fiction.

Miriam StockView profile

Professor

• Migration Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Postcolonial Theory
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Miriam Stock is Professor of Cultural Studies at the Institute of Humanities at Pädagogische Hochschule Schwäbisch Gmünd, where she also serves as Director of the Cultural Studies Department and Spokesperson for the Master's program 'Interkultur und Integration.' She is a founding member of the Center for Migration and Integration Studies 'Migration – Society – School.' Dr. Stock holds a PhD in Geography from Europa-Universität Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder) and completed her diploma in Geography at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. Her academic journey includes research fellowships, organizational roles in international projects, and advisory work with refugee communities. Her research focuses on migration geographies, cultural theories, postcolonial approaches, urban development from post-migrant perspectives, and qualitative research methodologies. She examines migration and flight between the Arab region and Europe, urban development and consumption, rural perspectives on migration society, anti-discrimination in schools, critical masculinity and family studies, and theoretical-practical approaches. Dr. Stock's recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on transnational migration experiences, particularly Syrian refugee families, with attention to emotional dimensions, gender dynamics, and educational contexts. Her work frequently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications through projects like Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Program 'Education, Migration, and Diversity' (2024-2030). Success Story 2020 award for the Enable project As an advisor, Dr. Stock has supervised PhD candidates like Sara Mazzei (University of Calabria/PH Schwäbisch Gmünd) working on Arab-Islamic education systems in migrant experiences. Her grant portfolio includes significant Erasmus+ projects such as Enable (Self-learning for Arab refugee children) and PARENTable (Communicating with parents of newly migrated children), alongside research funded by the Werner-Zeller Foundation. Dr. Stock leads the Institute for Humanities and directs Cultural Studies department activities, including organizing lecture series on topics like 'Right Established - How the New Right Changes Education and Society,' 'Migration and Body,' and 'Emotions in Migration Society.'

• Media Education
• Digital Literacy
• Cultural Studies
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Michael Hoechsmann is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at Lakehead University, serving in dual capacities for Graduate Studies and Research in Education and Undergraduate Education Programs at the Orillia campus. His work centers on critical media literacy, digital citizenship, and cultural studies within educational contexts, with a strong emphasis on democratic engagement and social justice. Education PhD in Education from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto (1998) Dr. Hoechsmann's research traverses Media Education , Digital Literacy , and Cultural Studies , with particular expertise in critical media literacy's role in democracy. His scholarship critically examines power dynamics in digital spaces, global media education frameworks, and intersections with social studies curriculum. He maintains active international collaborations, especially across Latin America, as reflected in multilingual publications addressing regional contexts. Analysis of his 2022-2024 publications reveals intense focus on contemporary crises—particularly conspiracy theories (anti-vaxxer movements, Capitol Riots), disinformation ecosystems, and digital citizenship under threat. His work consistently bridges theoretical critique with transformative pedagogical practice, emphasizing decolonization and radical democracy while addressing emerging challenges in online radicalization and algorithmic manipulation. Dr. Hoechsmann has contributed to award-winning publications including UNESCO-recognized educational volumes, though specific individual awards aren't documented. His recent co-edited handbook The Handbook of Media Education Research (2021) represents significant field contribution. Professional engagement includes participation in UNESCO initiatives on global citizenship and climate communication (October 2023), plus contributions to award-winning educational texts (October 2022). While graduate student advisement details aren't public, his editorial leadership in Transformative Practice in Critical Media Literacy (March 2024) demonstrates active mentorship in the field.

Sara AbelsonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Adolescent and young adult mental health
• Health equity
• Social determinants of health
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Sara Abelson, PhD, MPH is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urban Health and Population Science at Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine and serves as Senior Director at The Hope Center for Student Basic Needs. Her work focuses on advancing structural approaches to enhance student success, mental health equity, and basic needs security in higher education through applied research and program development. Dr. Abelson's educational background includes: PhD, School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI MPH, School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI BA, Cornell University Her research centers on adolescent and young adult mental health, health equity, and social determinants of health, with particular attention to structural and systemic drivers of health inequities. She investigates how school settings influence youth health outcomes and serve as intervention points for promoting wellbeing. Her work bridges research, policy, and practice to develop evidence-based approaches for reducing inequities in higher education settings. Dr. Abelson's publication record shows a clear evolution toward increasingly sophisticated analyses of mental health disparities in educational contexts. Recent work examines racial/ethnic disparities in mental health service utilization, gender minority mental health, and the impact of political events on vulnerable student populations. Her research consistently emphasizes structural interventions over individual-level approaches. Among her notable recognitions: 2022 Weiss Writing Prize for her pivotal publication on college mental health Lewis Barbato Award from the American College Health Association K. Patricia Cross Future Leader Award from the American Association of Colleges & Universities George Orley Mental Health Advocate Award Dr. Abelson has extensive consulting experience with major educational organizations including the American Council on Education, Center for Community College Student Engagement, and Association of Public & Land-grant Universities. Her current projects focus on evidence-based interventions for student mental health, community college mental health initiatives, and integration of basic needs and mental health resources to improve educational attainment. As Senior Director at The Hope Center, she leads initiatives addressing the critical intersection between mental health and basic needs security, developing comprehensive approaches to student wellbeing that recognize the interconnected nature of these challenges in higher education.

Admir MeškovićView profile

Assistant Professor

• Finance
• Islamic Economics
• Islamic Banking
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Dr. Admir Mešković is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the Faculty of Business and Administration, International University of Sarajevo (IUS) , where he also serves as Manager of the Center for Islamic Finance, Innovation and Sustainability (CIFIS) . His research focuses on Islamic economics and finance, risk management, and sustainable development. Ph.D. in Finance (University of Sarajevo, 2022) MBA (Durham University Business School, UK) Master’s in Islamic Banking and Banking & Insurance (UNSA) His scholarly work explores fiscal discipline in Islamic economics, green bonds, financial inclusion through Islamic instruments, and social performance of Islamic banks. He has published extensively in journals such as International Journal of Islamic and Middle Eastern Finance and Management and Journal of Islamic Accounting and Business Research . Dr. Mešković holds leadership roles as President of the Economics and Social Research Institute and Journal Manager of the Journal of Economics, Law, and Society (JELS) . He also serves on the editorial boards of journals including Journal of Islamic Economics Lariba , International Journal of Sustainable Business, Management and Accounting , and Indonesian Journal for Islamic Studies .

Besa KadriuView profile

Associate Professor

• Public Governance
• Public Administration
• Comparative European Public Administration
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Besa Kadriu is an Associate Professor at the Contemporary Social Sciences Faculty of South East European University in Tetovo, North Macedonia. With a Doctor of Sciences in Public Governance and Administration (2015-2019), her work focuses on policymaking in multiethnic states, public administration reforms, and governance challenges. Native Albanian, C2 Macedonian, C1 English, and A2 German speaker Her research interests span public governance frameworks, integration challenges in Western Balkans, pension system sustainability, and youth migration dynamics. She has published extensively on policy implementation in post-conflict societies and institutional development. Recent publications demonstrate expertise in multiethnic governance (2016-2021), educational reforms (2015), and social inclusion policies (2019). Her work combines theoretical analysis with practical case studies from North Macedonia's political and administrative landscape.

• Open and Distance Learning
• Educational Technology
• Distance Education Design
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Can Güler is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Lifelong Learning and Adult Education at the Faculty of Education, Anadolu University, Turkey. Previously, from 2002 to 2023, he served as a Lecturer in the Department of Distance Education at the Faculty of Open Education, Anadolu University. His academic career spans over two decades with continuous contributions to open and distance education systems. His educational background includes: Bachelor's degree in Computer and Instructional Technologies Education, Anadolu University (2002) Master's degree in Distance Education, Institute of Social Sciences, Anadolu University (2007) Ph.D. in Distance Education, Institute of Social Sciences, Anadolu University (2022) Güler's research centers on open and distance learning methodologies, educational technology integration, and instructional material development. He specializes in video-based learning systems, interactive media design, and gamification strategies for enhancing learner engagement. His work addresses practical challenges in digital content creation and accessibility for diverse learner demographics, particularly adult populations. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals consistent innovation in multimedia applications for distance education, with recent emphasis on generative AI awareness among educators and interactive video transformation techniques. His research frequently employs design-based methodologies and institutional case studies from Anadolu University's open education infrastructure. Scientific Awards: None mentioned in available sources. Advising and Grants: No information provided regarding student supervision or research funding in current documentation.

Sabrina ZajakView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Political Sociology
• Civil Society Research
• Social Movement Research
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Prof. Dr. Sabrina Zajak serves as Head of the Consensus & Conflict Department at the Deutsches Zentrum für Integrations- und Migrationsforschung (DeZIM-Institut) and holds an adjunct professorship at the Faculty of Social Sciences, Ruhr University Bochum. A founding member of the Institute for Protest and Movement Research (ipb), she also serves on the board of Research Committee 47, 'Social Movements and Social Classes,' of the International Sociology Association. Her academic trajectory includes significant positions at Humboldt University Berlin, the Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies Cologne, and the Social Science Center Berlin (WZB). Zajak's research centers on political sociology with dual emphases on consensus and conflict dynamics in plural societies. Her consensus research examines civil society engagement, refugee assistance networks, alliance formation, and everyday solidarity practices, while her conflict research analyzes protest movements, diversity challenges, and discrimination patterns. She has pioneered studies on transnational civil society alliances, particularly examining how social movements navigate national boundaries and build cross-border solidarity. Her recent publications reveal a decisive shift toward analyzing intersectional dynamics of race, migration, and social movements in European contexts. With significant attention to the Black Lives Matter movement's reception in Germany, her work demonstrates how global racial justice movements are adapted to local contexts. Her research increasingly addresses civil society responses to refugee crises, examining both supportive engagement and exclusionary practices, while also investigating structural barriers to diversity in German federal administration and cultural institutions. As a prolific academic leader, Zajak has served as (co-)editor for special journal issues including Development and Change (2017), Industrial Relations (2018), Social Movement Studies (2021), Competition and Change (2020), Moving the Social (2020), and European Cultural and Political Sociology (2022). Her department currently manages over 20 active research projects spanning discrimination experiences in Saxony, diversity in federal administration, Muslim youth association work, and violence protection in refugee accommodations, demonstrating the breadth and policy relevance of her research agenda.