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Dr. Carolyn Emery is a Professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology at the University of Calgary, with joint appointments in Pediatrics and Community Health Sciences at the Cumming School of Medicine. She holds leadership roles as Chair of the Sport Injury Prevention Research Centre (an International Olympic Committee Research Centre) and the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute. Her affiliations include the McCaig Institute for Bone and Joint Health, Hotchkiss Brain Institute, and O’Brien Institute for Public Health. Dr. Emery’s education includes a BScPT from Queen’s University (1988), MSc in Epidemiology from the University of Calgary (1999), and PhD in Epidemiology from the University of Alberta (2004). Her research focuses on injury prevention in youth sports, concussion, and pediatric rehabilitation, aiming to reduce long-term health consequences such as osteoarthritis and post-concussion syndrome. She leads major grants including CIHR’s “SHRed Injuries” and NFL-funded concussion surveillance programs. Her research interests emphasize practical interventions for injury prevention, including neuromuscular training and policy changes. Recent work explores concussion outcomes in adolescents, biomechanical injury mechanisms, and global sport safety initiatives. She has published extensively on topics like sport-related musculoskeletal injuries, concussion management, and the epidemiology of youth sports. Dr. Emery has received over 20 awards, including the Royal Society of Canada Fellowship, Killam Professorship, and CIHR Canada Research Chair. Her work bridges clinical practice, policy, and community engagement to enhance public health outcomes in sports and youth recreation. Her lab, the Sport Injury Prevention Research Centre, collaborates internationally to develop evidence-based strategies for injury prevention. Current projects include evaluating the impact of tackle laws in rugby, head acceleration in wrestling, and long-term consequences of pediatric concussions.

• Injury Prevention
• Concussion Research
• Pediatric Rehabilitation
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Adam King is an Assistant Professor in the Labour Studies Program at the Faculty of Arts, University of Manitoba. His research focuses on labor regulation, employment standards enforcement, Indigenous labor dynamics, deindustrialization impacts, and labor market policy. He co-investigates a SSHRC Partnership Grant project on migrant labor in settler-colonial contexts. Education: PhD in Sociology (York University, 2019) MA in History (University of Toronto, 2011) BA in Sociology/History (Trent University, 2010) His research examines the political economy of labor regulation, including enforcement mechanisms in federally regulated sectors and contested Indigenous labor relations. He analyzes deindustrialization's social consequences and contributes to debates on job guarantee proposals and right-wing populism's influence on labor movements. Recent publications explore topics like Indigenous labor law frameworks, precarious creative workers' unionization, and gendered identities in deindustrializing communities. He actively engages with media outlets such as CBC, The Globe and Mail, and The Maple's 'Class Struggle' newsletter.

• Labour and employment regulation
• Employment standards enforcement
• Indigenous labour relations
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Rafael Grohmann is an Assistant Professor of Media Studies at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC), with a graduate cross-appointment at the Faculty of Information (iSchool). He leads the DigiLabour Initiative and is a researcher with Fairwork, focusing on Critical Platform and Data Studies. His research emphasizes platform labour, the platformization of work, and resistance strategies among workers in Latin America. Grohmann holds a PhD in Communication from the University of São Paulo and has held prior academic positions at institutions in Brazil, including Unisinos University. His research interests span platform cooperativism, public policies for technology and labor, AI's impact on work, and data-driven labour practices. He is an editorial board member for Big Data & Society and Work, Employment and Society , and contributes to UCLA’s Center for Critical Internet Inquiry (C2i2). His work examines intersections of technology, labour precarity, and solidarity economies, with a focus on global South contexts. Recent publications analyze click farm labour in Brazil, gender dynamics in platform cooperatives, and global-local trends in platform worker organizing. Grohmann’s work bridges critical theory with action research, advocating for fair work standards in digital economies. He participates in initiatives like the Platform Cooperativism Consortium and the Labor Tech Research Network.

• Critical Platform and Data Studies
• Platform Labour
• Platform Cooperativism
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Dr. Frank Rudzicz is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Computer Science at Dalhousie University. His research lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and healthcare, with a focus on developing machine learning systems that improve clinical decision-making, patient outcomes, and accessibility in medicine. He holds a BSc from Concordia University (2004), an MEng from McGill University (2006), and a PhD from the University of Toronto (2011). His research interests include Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Healthcare, Speech Technologies, Explainable AI, and Fairness in ML. Dr. Rudzicz's recent publications span a wide range of topics, including Alzheimer's detection through speech analysis, surgical outcome prediction, mental health monitoring, privacy in AI, and the application of large language models in clinical settings. His work consistently emphasizes ethical AI, patient privacy, and real-world clinical integration. He has received several awards, including a Best Paper award at EMNLP 2020, a Best Student Paper award at ICASSP 2021, and the ISCA Best Student Paper award in 2013. His research has been published in top-tier journals such as Nature Scientific Reports , JAMA Network Open , IEEE Access , and Frontiers in Human Neuroscience , as well as leading conferences including NeurIPS, ACL, ICML, and Interspeech. Dr. Rudzicz supervises a dynamic research group working on AI for health, with active projects in voice-based diagnostics, ambient clinical documentation, explainable AI for surgery, and wearable-based monitoring for chronic diseases. He collaborates widely across disciplines, including with clinicians, neuroscientists, ethicists, and public health experts. He is also involved in major initiatives such as the Genetics Navigator study and Bridge2AI-Voice, aiming to build ethically sourced, diverse biomedical datasets. His lab actively explores the societal implications of AI in healthcare, including fairness, trust, and resistance to malicious fine-tuning.

• Natural Language Processing
• Machine Learning
• Healthcare
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Jennifer Lavoie is an Associate Professor at Wilfrid Laurier University's Faculty of Human and Social Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Psychology and Criminology. She specializes in mental health crisis response, policing strategies, de-escalation techniques, and scenario-based training. Wilfrid Laurier University: Faculty of Human and Social Sciences, Psychology and Criminology Departments Research Interests : Her work focuses on integrating virtual reality and scenario-based training to improve police de-escalation skills. She examines violence risk assessment , correctional systems , and housing first programs for homeless individuals with mental illness. Recent studies address big data governance , cyberstalking victimization , and community-driven policing approaches . Publication Trends : Her research spans mental health policy , police training efficacy , and technological integration in crisis management . She explores virtual reality applications and community co-designed interventions , alongside longitudinal studies on stress and coping mechanisms in correctional and psychiatric settings. Scientific Awards : No scientific awards listed in available data. Advising : Actively supervises students in psychology and criminology, with unlisted advisees. Her work bridges academic research and practical policing applications .

• Mental Health
• Policing
• De-escalation Training
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Dr. Alison Braley-Rattai is an Associate Professor in the Department of Labour Studies at Brock University. Her research focuses on labour rights, employment law, and human rights in the workplace, with a particular emphasis on the intersection of labour policies and constitutional rights. She holds a PhD from the University of Western Ontario, an LLM from Osgoode Hall, an MA from York University, and a BA (Hons) from York University. Her work explores topics such as union responses to workplace mandates, constitutional challenges to back-to-work legislation, and the legal contours of academic freedom. She has published extensively on issues like the right to strike, pandemic-related labour policies, and the impact of political shifts on labour relations. Dr. Braley-Rattai’s scholarship bridges legal frameworks, policy analysis, and real-world labour dynamics. Her recent articles highlight trends in pandemic-era workplace policies, constitutional implications of labour disputes, and the evolving role of minority unionism. She actively contributes to debates on balancing employer obligations with worker rights, particularly in contexts like vaccination mandates and free speech directives.

• Labour Law
• Employment Law
• Human Rights in the Workplace
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Dongwook Yoon is an Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science , University of British Columbia , and serves as Director of the SOCIUS Lab . He actively contributes to research in Human-Computer Interaction, Human-AI Interaction, and Virtual/Augmented Reality as a member of the Designing for People (DFP) and CAIDA research clusters. Education : PhD in Computer Science from Cornell University (2017), MS (2009) and BS (2007) in Computer Science from Seoul National University Research Focus : Designing socio-technical systems that bridge the gap between technology and human social processes, with innovations in AR/VR, multimodal interaction, and inclusive design Article Trends show his work spans: Temporal and bichronous learning environments AI self-clones and ethical implications Income inequality in virtual platforms Enhanced multimodal collaboration in VR Eyes-reduced interfaces for situational impairments Speculative participatory design for gig economy challenges Scientific Awards include: Google Academic Research Award (2024) Best Paper Award at CHI 2024 High Impact Award in Educational Technology (2024) CHCCS/SCDHM Graphics Interface Early Career Award (2023) Multiple Honorable Mentions at CHI, DIS, and CSCW Students & Collaborators range from active PhD candidates (Anika Sayara, Yuri Kim) to notable alumni (Thitaree Tanprasert, Ashish Chopra) across his SOCIUS Lab projects. His research receives funding from NSERC , KIST , Adobe , Microsoft , and Google grants.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Human-AI Interaction
• Virtual and Augmented Reality
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Samuel Jean Bassetto is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at Polytechnique Montréal. He serves as Director of the Continuous Improvement Laboratory (LABAC) and holds membership in multiple prestigious research groups including the Research Group on Globalisation and Management of Technology (GMT), Poly-Industries 4.0 Laboratory, Interuniversity Research Centre on Enterprise Networks, Logistics and Transportation (CIRRELT), and Institute for Data Valorization (IVADO). Dr. Bassetto's research spans multiple disciplines, focusing on continuous improvement through the integration of engineering, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, psychology, and design. His primary sphere of excellence is in New Frontiers in Information and Communication Technologies, with secondary expertise in Modeling and Artificial Intelligence and Human Health. He develops tools that place humans at the center of technology to enhance organizational performance while respecting human rhythms and cognitive limitations. His recent publication portfolio reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach, with research bridging industrial engineering, cognitive neuroscience, and AI ethics. His work addresses practical challenges in lean manufacturing assessment, racial bias in medical AI systems, cognitive data collection in natural environments, and condition monitoring for industrial machinery. The research consistently demonstrates a commitment to developing practical solutions that integrate human factors with technological innovation. NSERC Synergy Prize for Innovation recipient Principal investigator on multiple research grants from NSERC, FRQ, and MITACS Collaborations with over a dozen institutions across multiple countries Supervision of over 150 highly qualified personnel throughout his career Dr. Bassetto teaches specialized courses including CAP7011 (Creativity in Research), IND8444 (Continuous Improvement), IND8203 (Industrial Launch), and previously taught IND8178 (Production). His teaching philosophy emphasizes practical application, with courses featuring hands-on exercises, real-world scenarios, and gamification techniques to enhance learning. His supervision portfolio includes numerous Ph.D. and Master's students working on topics ranging from human-technology collaboration to reinforcement learning for production management. Through LABAC, Dr. Bassetto leads research initiatives focused on developing human-centered tools for continuous improvement in organizational settings. The laboratory conducts projects related to industrial IoT applications, cognitive aspects of process improvement, and the development of practical frameworks for organizations to enhance performance while maintaining respect for human rhythms and cognitive capabilities.

• Industrial Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cognitive Science
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Professor Laura Funk is a Professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Manitoba, located within the Faculty of Arts. Her work focuses on social and critical gerontology, examining care work, family caregiving, and palliative care policy. She has led multiple SSHRC-funded research teams and participated in Tri-Council grants addressing aging, home care, and family care work. Funk’s research explores how care practices engage broader societal discourses on age, responsibility, and care in contexts of eroding formal supports. Education: PhD in Sociology, University of Victoria (2008) MA in Sociology, University of Victoria (2002) Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Gerontology, Simon Fraser University (2000) BA (Honours) in Sociology, University of British Columbia (1997) Research Interests: Care work, family/friend caregiving, palliative care policy, service-integrated housing for older adults, and aging in the context of systemic and policy changes. Her work bridges academic inquiry with public advocacy, including op-eds and consultations with Manitoba’s Seniors and Healthy Aging Secretariat. Key Contributions: Funk’s research addresses structural barriers for older adults, including housing access, navigation of formal supports, and the emotional labor of care workers. She has published widely on topics like aggression in care settings, dying at home preferences, and feminist care activism. Recent projects include SSHRC-funded studies on care mobilization and a community-based inquiry into low-income housing supports for older adults. Awards: 2019 Canadian Association of Gerontology Recognition Award 2015 Rh Institute Outstanding Contributions Award 2010 Anselm Strauss Award Teaching & Outreach: Funk teaches courses on aging, qualitative research, and end-of-life care. She is known for mentorship and received a 2023 teaching award from the Arts Student Body Council. Her outreach includes collaborations with Manitoba’s Public Interest Law Centre and community-based projects like Lions Place and Indigenous Seniors Research initiatives.

• Gerontology
• Care Work
• Family/friend Caregiving
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Dr. Victoria Arrandale is an Assistant Professor in the Occupational & Environmental Health Division at the University of Toronto's Dalla Lana School of Public Health. Her research program targets occupational exposure assessment and prevention strategies for workplace hazards. Key studies investigate asbestos-related disease surveillance , e-waste recycling risks , and intervention effectiveness . Current projects include predictive modeling for opioid overdose risk and health impacts of flame retardants in nail salons and firefighting. She directs the Centre for Occupational Disease Prevention and contributes to Ontario's occupational policy through the WSIB Scientific Advisory Table. Her teaching covers occupational hygiene and exposure assessment methodologies.

• Occupational Exposure Assessment
• Epidemiological Surveillance
• Intervention Effectiveness
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Dominik Roeser is a Professor and Associate Dean of Research Forests & Community Outreach at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Forestry, Department of Forest Resources Management. With over 21 years of experience in forest research and innovation, he has built a comprehensive forest operations research program since joining UBC in 2018, following his tenure as Senior Director at FPInnovations where he managed multidisciplinary teams focused on improving forest sector competitiveness and wildfire management solutions in Western Canada. Professor Roeser's research interests center on sustainable forest management and the bioeconomy, with specific expertise in forest bioproduction, supply chain design, steep slope harvesting, and biomass operations. His work through the Forest Action Lab applies diverse research methods including productivity studies, field trials, and modeling to address sustainability challenges across different operational environments. His research portfolio spans sustainable forest biomass utilization, harvesting in difficult terrain, innovative forest planning tools, operational productivity, carbon management, and community sustainability impacts from reforestation. His publication record shows a strong focus on practical applications of forest science, with recent work emphasizing wildfire management, remote sensing technologies for precision forestry, biomass energy systems, and the socio-ecological dimensions of forest management. His research increasingly integrates advanced technologies like LiDAR and drone-based systems with traditional forest operations to address contemporary challenges in sustainable forest management. Roeser has received the Recognition Award from the Canadian Forest Service (2017) for his contributions to forest science and innovation. His work demonstrates significant impact on both academic understanding and practical implementation of sustainable forest operations across North America and Europe. As an educator, Professor Roeser teaches several key courses including FOPR 264 Introduction to Forest Operations, FOPR 362 Harvesting systems and forest access, FOPR 464 Operational planning and management, and FRST 452 Coastal field school. He considers educating the next generation of forestry professionals one of his passions, bridging theoretical knowledge with practical industry applications. The Forest Action Lab, led by Professor Roeser, represents a multidisciplinary research hub applying diverse methodologies to address forestry stakeholders' needs across British Columbia, Canada, and globally. The lab's work connects academic research with industry implementation, focusing on practical solutions for sustainable forest utilization in varied operational environments.

• Sustainable Forest Management
• Forest Bioproduction and Bioeconomy
• Forest Operations Technology
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Stephen D. Hart is a Full Professor in the Department of Psychology at Simon Fraser University, with expertise in clinical-forensic psychology. His work focuses on assessment in criminal and civil settings, particularly violence risk and psychopathic personality disorder. He has also served as a Visiting Professor at the University of Bergen since 2000 and provides violence risk assessment and management services through Protect International Risk and Safety Services. Dr. Hart completed his education at the University of British Columbia, obtaining a BA in 1984, MA in 1987, and PhD in 1993. He began teaching at Simon Fraser University in 1990 and was appointed a regular faculty member in 1994. His primary research interest is clinical-forensic assessment, with specific focus on violence risk (including intimate partner violence, sexual violence, stalking, workplace violence, and terrorism) and psychopathic personality disorder. He co-developed the Structured Professional Judgment (SPJ) approach to violence risk assessment and has co-authored numerous SPJ violence risk assessment guides including HCR-20, RSVP, SVR-20, SARA, B-SAFER, SAM, PATRIARCH, MLG, and EARLI. He also developed the Comprehensive Assessment of Psychopathic Personality (CAPP) concept map with colleagues at Glasgow Caledonian University and the University of Liverpool. His publication record shows consistent output with significant contributions to understanding violence risk assessment across cultures and settings, as evidenced by his work on cases like Ewert v. Canada. His recent publications focus on economic analysis of crime costs associated with psychopathic personality disorder, stalking recidivism, and online stalking behaviors. Distinguished Contributions Award, American Academy of Forensic Psychology (2019) Distinguished Achievement Award, Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (2009) Career Achievement Award, Section on Clinical Emergencies and Crises (Section VII) of the Society of Clinical Psychology (2003) Jerome Fisher Memorial Lecture Award (2001) Saleem Shah Award for Early Career Research Excellence (1995) Dr. Hart has supervised numerous graduate and undergraduate students at Simon Fraser University and other institutions, and has acted as external examiner for graduate students worldwide. His research has received substantial funding, enabling the development and validation of multiple assessment instruments that have become standards in forensic practice. He has also served as Editor of the Journal of Threat Assessment and Management, further demonstrating his leadership in the field. Dr. Hart leads or significantly contributes to research teams focused on violence risk assessment and psychopathy assessment, collaborating with international colleagues across multiple disciplines including psychology, psychiatry, criminology, and law. His work bridges academic research and practical application in forensic settings globally.

• clinical-forensic psychology
• violence risk assessment
• psychopathic personality disorder
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Dr. Cheryl Collier is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Windsor, appointed since July 2021. She holds a position in the Department of Political Science with research expertise in gender-based violence in political contexts, Canadian social policy, and feminist institutionalism. Her research examines: Violence against women in politics (VAWIP) #MeToo movement impacts on political institutions Comparative legislative harassment policies Media representations of gender-based violence Intersectional approaches to policy analysis Recent publications form a comprehensive analysis of gender-based violence in Canadian politics, including social media harassment, mainstream media coverage, institutional responses, and policy solutions. Her work employs comparative frameworks analyzing Canada alongside the UK and other democracies.

• Gender-Based Violence
• Canadian Politics
• Feminist Institutionalism
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Christy M.K. Cheung serves as Chair Professor in Information Systems and Digital Innovation Management at Hong Kong Baptist University's Department of Management, Marketing and Information Systems within the School of Business. She also holds the prestigious position of Director of the Research Office at HKBU and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Internet Research . As President of the Association for Information Systems (AIS-Hong Kong Chapter), she demonstrates significant leadership in her academic community. Professor Cheung's research focuses on Digital Wellness and Safety, Digital Health and Well-Being, and Workplace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Her work explores the complex relationship between technology use and human well-being, examining how digital environments impact both professional and personal lives. She investigates social media dynamics, data analytics applications, and information systems security from a human-centered perspective, with particular attention to ethical implications and social justice considerations. Her publication record shows a consistent focus on technostress, cyberdeviance, social media activism, and digital well-being. Recent work examines the episodic nature of technostressors and their effects on workplace behavior, social justice implications of doxing during political protests, and the interplay between technology use and work-family dynamics. These publications appear in top-tier journals including MIS Quarterly , Information Systems Research , and Information Systems Journal , reflecting her standing as a leading scholar in the field. Emerald Literati Network Award for Excellence (2007) Emerald Literati Network Award for Excellence (2016) Best Paper Award at International Conference on Information Systems (2003) Excellence in Reviewing Honorable Mention (2018) Best Reviewer in Journal of Association for Information Systems (2020) President's Award for Outstanding Performance in Scholarly Work (HKBU, 2021/22) President's Award for Outstanding Performance in Research Supervision (HKBU, 2019/20) Professor Cheung has successfully supervised three PhD students who now hold positions at prestigious institutions including Leicester University, Manchester University, and the University of Auckland. She has secured over HK$15 million in research funding through more than 25 competitive grants from sources including the General Research Fund, UGC Additional Funding, and the National Natural Science Foundation of China. Her RGC Senior Research Fellow award provided HK$7.8 million for a 60-month research program. As Director of the Research Office at HKBU, Professor Cheung plays a key role in advancing the university's research mission while maintaining her own vigorous research program. Her leadership extends to editorial roles for major journals and organizational positions within the Association for Information Systems.

• Digital Wellness
• Digital Health
• Workplace DEI
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Dr. John Fiset is an Associate Professor and Department Chair in the Management Department at the Sobey School of Business, Saint Mary’s University. He specializes in leadership dynamics, multilingual workplace challenges, and experiential education. Previously, he taught at Memorial University and Concordia University’s John Molson School of Business. His research explores how leaders shape workplace environments, language-related misunderstandings in organizations, and effective management strategies. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Concordia University, alongside an MSc and BComm (Honours). Dr. Fiset has consulted on leadership and decision-making for various organizations. Educations: Ph.D. in Administration, John Molson School of Business, Concordia University MSc in Administration, John Molson School of Business, Concordia University BComm (Honours), Mount Allison University Research Interests: Dr. Fiset’s work focuses on leadership influence, multilingualism in organizations, and experiential learning methodologies. He investigates how workplace communication breakdowns affect employee behavior and organizational outcomes, emphasizing practical solutions for managers. Recent studies include analyses of abusive supervision, gender dynamics in leadership, and pandemic-era educational innovations. Teaching & Grants: Active in curriculum development for management education, particularly online and hybrid formats. No grant details explicitly stated in text.

• Leadership and Workplace Dynamics
• Multilingualism in Organizations
• Experiential Management Education
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