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Hye-Kyung LeeView profile

Professor

King’s College LondonUnited Kingdom

Professor Hye-Kyung Lee is Professor of Cultural Policy at King's College London's Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries. She obtained her PhD from the University of Warwick and specializes in state policies for culture, arts, and creative industries, with particular expertise in Korean cultural policy and East Asian cultural flows. Her research examines institutional frameworks of cultural policy, de-Westernization of cultural policy paradigms, and new justifications for cultural subsidies. Current investigations focus on the impact of generative AI on cultural labor and creativity. Professor Lee recently led the UK-Japan collaborative project 'Sustainable Cultural Futures' examining digital transformations in the cultural sector. Recent publications analyze venture capital approaches in cultural industries, pandemic-era cultural policy responses across East Asia, and the reformulation of cultural work in the AI era. Her extensive body of work includes foundational studies of the Korean Wave's policy implications and comparative analyses of creative industries governance. Professor Lee teaches cultural policy and creative industries courses in CMCI's BA and MA programs and welcomes PhD candidates researching cultural policy, creative industries, and cultural labor.

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Christian KowalkowskiView profile

Assistant Professor

Hanken School of EconomicsFinland

Christian Kowalkowski is Assistant Professor of Marketing at Hanken School of Economics, affiliated with the Centre for Relationship Marketing and Service Management (CERS) in Helsinki. He obtained his PhD in 2008 from Linköping University and holds adjunct professorships in Industrial Marketing and Service Management. His research focuses on service infusion in product firms, relationship dynamics in B2B contexts, service innovation frameworks, solutions marketing strategies, and value-creation methodologies. His work bridges theoretical concepts with practical business applications. Kowalkowski's publications primarily explore the evolution of service-oriented business models, technological impacts on service operations, and pricing strategy development. His research demonstrates consistent focus on service ecosystem development and organizational transformation. Awards recognizing his scholarly contributions include: The Service Industries Journal Best Paper Award (2014) Emerald Citations of Excellence (2015) Literati Network Award for Excellence (2012) Månadens forskare (Researcher of the Month, 2011) He serves in editorial roles for multiple journals including Journal of Services Marketing and Industrial Marketing Management , and participates in PhD supervision and examination committees.

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Eileen A. LaceyView profile

Professor

University of California, BerkeleyUnited States

Eileen A. Lacey is the Class of 1933 Chair in Biological Sciences and Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology at UC Berkeley. She leads the Lacey Lab based at the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, focusing on vertebrate social behavior and population biology. Her research emphasizes evolutionary causes and consequences of social behavior in mammals, particularly subterranean rodents from Argentina and Chile. She combines field studies with genetic analyses to explore ecological drivers of sociality and genetic impacts of social living. Educational background: Not explicitly stated in text but inferred as PhD in Zoology/Behavioral Ecology from a top-tier university. Current lab members include PhD students Shannon O'Brien, Kwasi Wrensford, Erin Person, and Daisy Horr. Recent projects involve neuroendocrine mechanisms of dispersal in tuco-tucos and gut microbiome studies in social rodents. Research interests include evolutionary social behavior, behavioral ecology, molecular genetics, and conservation genetics. She maintains a captive colony of colonial tuco-tucos and collaborates with the MVZ's Evolutionary Genetics Laboratory. The lab actively promotes diversity and inclusion in STEM through anti-racist initiatives and educational outreach programs. Scientific achievements include groundbreaking work on MHC diversity in social rodents and ecological drivers of group living. Recent recognition includes NSF postdoctoral fellowships for lab members and awards like the Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowship. The lab's work has been featured in journals like Behavioral Ecology & Sociobiology , Hormones and Behavior , and Journal of Mammalogy . Lab operations emphasize fieldwork in Argentina, California, and other global sites with captive colony studies. Future projects include investigating reproductive isolation mechanisms in California voles and the mechanistic underpinnings of social behavior in hyenas and ground squirrels.

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Aglaia McClintockView profile

Associate Professor

University of SannioItaly

Aglaia McClintock is an Associate Professor of Roman and Ancient Law (IUS/18) in the Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods at the University of Sannio. Her research examines Roman legal institutions through interdisciplinary lenses including anthropology, gender studies, and symbolic analysis. Research Focus: She specializes in archaic Roman criminal law, gender dynamics in legal systems, the evolution of punitive practices, and cross-cultural juridical symbolism. Her work frequently intersects with: Anthropological interpretations of legal concepts Historical analysis of women's rights and social weapons Ritual aspects of justice administration Comparative Indo-European legal traditions Publication Trends: Her recent articles (2016-2024) demonstrate concentrated scholarship on: 1) deconstruction of archaic penal systems and social control mechanisms, 2) gender-focused reexamination of Roman legal anthropology, and 3) symbolic analysis of justice iconography in classical civilizations. Methodologically, she employs textual analysis, linguistic etymology, and socio-legal contextualization. Awards & Recognition: No scientific awards or fellowships are documented in available sources. Academic Service: She has contributed to international conferences on Roman law and authored commemorative works for legal scholars like Francesco Salerno. No information regarding student advising, grants, or laboratory leadership is present.

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Ed PetkusView profile

Adjunct Professor

Ramapo College of New JerseyUnited States

Ed Petkus is an Adjunct Professor at the Anisfield School of Business (ASB), Ramapo College of New Jersey, where he has been teaching since 2006. He holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of Tennessee, an M.B.A. in Marketing from Virginia Tech, and a B.S. in Biochemistry & Nutrition from Virginia Tech. Education Ph.D., Marketing, University of Tennessee M.B.A., Marketing, Virginia Tech B.S., Biochemistry & Nutrition, Virginia Tech Research Interests Dr. Petkus focuses on Marketing Education , Marketing History , Non-Profit Marketing , and Sustainability Issues . His work explores innovative pedagogical approaches, cross-cultural learning dynamics, and the integration of sustainability and aesthetics into marketing practices. Publications & Contributions His recent publications examine the role of natural environments in teaching, cross-cultural learning styles, historical marketing case studies, and the application of holistic marketing in nonprofit contexts. He has presented research at international conferences including the Academy of Marketing Science and Global Business Development Institute.

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Pierette AppasamyView profile

Lecturer

Chatham UniversityUnited States

Pierette Appasamy is a Lecturer in the Department of Biology at Chatham University’s College of Arts & Sciences. With a Ph.D. in Anatomy & Developmental Biology from Thomas Jefferson University, she has over three decades of experience in immunology research and education. Her career spans roles at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, NIH-funded research, and current work at Chatham since 2007. B.S., Biology, cum laude, Xavier University (1982) Ph.D., Anatomy & Developmental Biology, Thomas Jefferson University (1988) Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Immunology, University of Pennsylvania (1987-1990) Her research focuses on the evolution and development of gamma delta T cells , IL-7 signaling pathways in amphibians, and psychosocial-immune interactions in college students . She employs Xenopus frogs as a model organism to study non-conventional lymphocyte biology and wound healing immunology. Recent publications highlight her work on cytokine evolution and stress-immune-microbiome dynamics , with collaborations at the University of Pittsburgh’s Center for Medicine and the Microbiome. Her pedagogical innovations include role-playing and analogies to enhance immunology education. NIH R29 Grant (Principal Investigator) NIH R01 Grant (Co-Investigator) MacArthur Foundation Grant (Yale Subcontract) American Cancer Society Grant Chatham University Technology Fellowship Award American Association of Immunologists Travel Grant She mentors students in laboratory research and serves as Chatham’s Pre-Med Advisor. Her lab combines molecular techniques, tadpole thymus microsurgery, and behavioral studies to explore immunological questions with clinical relevance.

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Olivia KhooView profile

Professor

Monash UniversityAustralia

Olivia Khoo is Professor of Film and Screen Studies and Head of Film, Screen and Culture in the Faculty of Arts at Monash University. She is a leading scholar in Asian Australian and Asian cinema studies, with extensive contributions to media diversity, gender and sexuality in media, and streaming technologies. She is actively involved in national research leadership, including roles in the Australian Research Council College of Experts and the Screen Diversity and Inclusion Network. PhD in Cultural Studies – University of Melbourne LL.B. (Hons) – University of New South Wales B.A. (Hons) in English Literature – University of Western Australia Graduate Certificate in Higher Education – Monash University Her research centers on screen media diversity, streaming platforms, and transnational Asian and Asian Australian cinema. She explores how gender, sexuality, and race intersect in media representation, with a strong focus on diasporic identities and cultural citizenship. Her work bridges cultural studies, legal frameworks, and media industry practices to advocate for inclusive screen ecosystems. The recent publications reflect a sustained engagement with streaming technologies, racial representation, leadership in Asian Australian communities, and policy development for media diversity. Her work spans academic monographs, journal articles, and influential policy reports, demonstrating both theoretical depth and real-world impact in shaping equitable media landscapes. Special Commendation for the Dean’s Award for Postgraduate Research Supervision (2022) Three-time nominee, Monash Graduate Association Supervisor of the Year Award Founding Series Editor, Gender, Sexualities and Cultures in Asia (Springer) Founding Associate Editor, Studies in World Cinema: A Critical Journal (Brill) Olivia has supervised 18 PhD and MA students to completion and has led major research projects, including two ARC Discovery Projects. She is currently leading interdisciplinary collaborations across Law, Business, and Arts at Monash, particularly on the Incentivising Australian Screen Diversity report. She also co-founded the Asian Australian Studies Research Network and has held fellowships at the Asia Research Institute (NUS) and the University of California Humanities Research Institute. She leads the Film, Screen and Culture program at Monash and is central to initiatives like the Streaming Industries & Genres Network. Her collaborative projects involve national and international institutions, focusing on media flows between Australia and East Asia, and the transformation of cultural identity through digital platforms.

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John F. RudgeView profile

Professor

University of CambridgeUnited Kingdom

John F. Rudge is a Professor of Geodynamics at the Bullard Laboratories, Department of Earth Sciences, University of Cambridge , and a Fellow and Dean of Trinity College. His research focuses on the dynamics of Earth's interior, including mantle convection, magma transport, and the geochemical evolution of the planet. He employs continuum mechanics, numerical analysis, and statistical methods to address questions about melt dynamics, mantle heterogeneity, and the surface expressions of geophysical processes. Education includes a mathematics undergraduate degree and a PhD in Earth Sciences and Applied Mathematics from Cambridge. He held postdoctoral positions at institutions like ETH Zürich, Yale, and Columbia University before joining Cambridge as a University Lecturer in 2010 and being promoted to Professor in 2022. Key research areas include: Transport of melts and volatiles in the mantle Evolution of Earth's interior from accretion to present Dynamic topography and inner core dynamics Publications span over two decades, with recent works addressing melt rheology, mantle mineralogy, and interdisciplinary applications in oncology. He has supervised numerous PhD students and postdocs, including David Rees Jones, Isarapong Eksinchol, and Laura Alisic. Awards include the Philip Leverhulme Prize and Geological Society President’s Award. Teaching responsibilities include courses on geophysics, magma dynamics, and supervisions in Natural Sciences at Trinity College. Research tools include finite element modeling and collaborations with computational scientists.

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Rebecca HainsView profile

Professor

Salem State UniversityUnited States

Rebecca Hains is a Professor of Media and Communication at Salem State University. Her research focuses on children's media culture, gender representation, and marketing to children through critical/cultural studies. Ph.D. in Mass Media and Communication from Temple University (2007) Graduate Certificate in Women's Studies from Temple University (2007) M.S. in Mass Communication from Boston University (2000) B.A. in English/Communication Arts from Emmanuel College (1998) Her work has been featured in major news outlets like BBC, The New York Times, and NPR. She has authored two monographs: The Princess Problem (2014) and Growing Up with Girl Power (2012), and co-edited three collections on children's media and toys. Recent publications analyze: Barbie's body politics and diversity marketing Gendered marketing in LEGO toys Intersectional analysis of media's impact on children Critical perspectives on youth media consumption She actively engages in public scholarship through RebeccaHains.com , social media, and media commentary. Key research trends show: Continuity in examining gendered consumer culture Evolution from girl power narratives to contemporary princess culture Increasing focus on intersectional analyses of race, gender, and class Interdisciplinary approach combining media studies, sociology, and gender studies Her teaching includes courses like: MCO 222 How Advertising Works MCO 303 Media and Race MCO 475 Critical Analysis of Media and Culture MCO 330 UX Research in Digital Media

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Michael WheelerView profile

Professor

University of StirlingUnited Kingdom

Michael Wheeler is a Professor in Philosophy at the University of Stirling, focusing on cognitive science, phenomenology, and the philosophy of technology. His work bridges existentialist philosophy with modern AI ethics and embodied cognition. Key Research Themes: Extended mind, distributed cognition, and transparency in smart machines. Recent Projects: Explore the societal impact of AI, cognitive change in the arts, and the interplay between aging and cognition. Selected Articles (2024-2019): His publications span topics like creativity and contingency in the arts, transparency in AI, and the evolutionary psychology of reasoning. Notable Contributions: Advocates for integrating phenomenology into cognitive science and challenges representationalist frameworks in AI and robotics.

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Michael Z. LevyView profile

Professor

University of PennsylvaniaUnited States

Michael Z. Levy is a Professor of Epidemiology in the Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. He co-directs the University of Pennsylvania/Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Zoonotic Disease Research Laboratory in Arequipa, Peru, and holds secondary affiliations with the Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Center for Public Health Initiatives, History and Sociology of Science, and Latin American and Latinx Studies. His research spans interdisciplinary domains including vector-borne diseases, computational biology, urban ecology, and social justice. Education: B.A. in Philosophy and Biology from Amherst College (1998), PhD in Population Biology, Ecology, and Evolution from Emory University (2007). Levy's work focuses on urban zoonotic diseases , particularly Chagas disease and canine rabies , integrating ecology, epidemiology, and computational methods. He investigates how insect vectors interact with social systems, housing policies, and climate change, extending to pandemic modeling during the Covid-19 crisis. His research group (28 members) collaborates with Peruvian Ministry of Health to control Chagas and rabies outbreaks in Arequipa. Notable contributions include novel geospatial surveillance models , behavioral economics applications for vector control, and bed bug epidemiology linking infestations to public health challenges. Recent publications highlight 2025-2024 trends in Chagas vector dynamics , zoonotic rabies control , vaccine strategies , and genomic outbreak analysis , emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to urban disease ecology. He has participated in cluster randomized trials and behavioral design studies to improve community engagement in vector control campaigns in Peru, focusing on incentive mechanisms and surveillance equity . The Zoonotic Disease Research Lab in Arequipa employs interdisciplinary methods combining biological research , social science , and computational modeling to address urban disease transmission.

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Arghya DasView profile

Associate Professor

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK)India

Dr. Arghya Das is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), where he has been serving since 2014. He previously held the position of Assistant Professor at IIT Kanpur from July 2014 to November 2020 before being promoted to Associate Professor in December 2020. Prior to joining IIT Kanpur, he completed his Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at Northwestern University, USA, and served as a Research Associate at the University of Sydney, Australia. Dr. Das earned his educational qualifications from prestigious institutions: PhD in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Sydney, Australia (2013), M.Tech from IIT Bombay, India (2009), and B.E. from Jadavpur University, India (2006). His research focuses on advanced aspects of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering, with particular emphasis on constitutive modeling of geomaterials, micromechanics of granular materials, and flow through porous media. His work integrates numerical and physical modeling approaches to address complex geotechnical challenges including bifurcation and instability analysis in geomaterials. Dr. Das teaches several advanced courses including Constitutive Modeling of Frictional Materials, Advanced Geotechnical Engineering, Rock Mechanics, Computational Methods in Engineering, and Soil Mechanics. Dr. Das's publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on discrete element modeling (DEM) applications in geomechanics, particle crushing behavior, and constitutive modeling of soils. His recent work (2020-2022) has particularly emphasized unsaturated soil mechanics, chemomechanical effects on granular materials, and advanced computational approaches to soil behavior. These publications appear in high-impact journals such as Acta Geotechnica, Geomechanics for Energy and the Environment, and International Journal of Geomechanics. PK Kelkar Fellowship - IIT Kanpur (2022-2025) FEIT University of Melbourne Visiting Researcher Fellowship (2022-2023) YGE Award for Best Paper on Computational Geomechanics, Indian Geotechnical Society (2018) SERB - Early Career Research Award (2016-2019) Dr. Das has successfully secured multiple research grants including projects funded by ONGC, CSIR, and SERB focusing on micro-poro-mechanical modeling, experimental assessment of Indian crushable sands, and permeability evolution in deep-reservoir rocks. He serves as a corresponding member of the International Technical Committee TC-105 on 'Geo-Mechanics from Micro to Macro' of the International Society for Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) and is a member of the Indian Geotechnical Society.

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Michael John JanikView profile

Professor

Pennsylvania State UniversityUnited States

Michael John Janik is a Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, with significant affiliation to the Institute of Energy and the Environment (IEE). His academic profile demonstrates exceptional research productivity with 270 research outputs, 25 funded projects, and substantial scholarly impact reflected in 17,238 citations and an h-index of 61. His research expertise centers on computational chemistry with particular focus on Density Functional Theory applications to catalysis and electrocatalysis. The fingerprint analysis of his work reveals strong concentrations in Density Functional Theory (76%), Oxidation Reactions (36%), Carbon Dioxide research (29%), Adsorption phenomena (27%), and First Principles Chemistry (22%). His work significantly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and climate action. Analysis of his recent publications (2020-2025) reveals a strong research trajectory in electrocatalysis, particularly examining cation effects on CO 2 reduction mechanisms, intermetallic catalyst design, and computational modeling of electrochemical systems. His work bridges fundamental computational chemistry with practical applications in sustainable energy conversion. h-index of 61 17,238 total citations Multiple high-impact publications in journals including Nature Catalysis, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Science Advances Professor Janik actively leads and collaborates on numerous research projects, particularly with Dr. Rioux and other colleagues, focusing on advanced catalyst development and electrochemical energy conversion systems. His current research portfolio includes multiple active NSF-funded projects extending through 2027 that address critical challenges in electrocatalysis, CO 2 reduction, and intermetallic catalyst design. His research group maintains strong connections with the Institute of Energy and the Environment, positioning his work at the intersection of fundamental computational chemistry and applied energy solutions. Current projects include combining DFT with classical simulations to predict solvation effects, developing high-entropy alloys for catalysis, and studying oxide overlayers in CO 2 reaction systems.

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Michael ClassensView profile

Assistant Professor

University of TorontoCanada

Michael Classens is an Assistant Professor in the Teaching Stream at the School of the Environment, University of Toronto , specializing in social and environmental justice within food systems. He serves as Undergraduate Associate Director, emphasizing community-based learning and integration of Indigenous and community knowledge into pedagogy. Education: PhD in Environmental Studies (York University, 2015), MA (University of Windsor), BA (Western University) His research explores environmental injustice/racism , food systems governance , and prefigurative learning spaces , particularly through campus food initiatives and critical cartography. He has published extensively on food solidarity, racialized food insecurity, and transformative pedagogies. Recent publications (2021–2024) analyze neoliberal responses to food crises, anti-racist food system frameworks, and campus foodscapes as sites of radical pedagogy. Keywords span environmental justice, critical race theory, urban agriculture, and labor studies. Scientific Awards: 2024 A&S Outstanding Teaching Award (Early Career, Faculty of Arts and Science) He advocates for informal and prefigurative learning , connecting classroom knowledge to real-world justice movements. His work bridges academic research with grassroots activism, focusing on equitable food systems and decolonizing educational practices.

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Emma RylanderView profile

Researcher

European University InstituteItaly

Emma Rylander is a Researcher in the Department of History at the European University Institute (EUI), where she has been affiliated since 2021 as part of her academic cohort. Her research focuses on the intersection of business history and international development assistance, with particular expertise in Swedish historical development policies. Her current doctoral work examines the evolution of development assistance through a case study of Sweden during the 1950s-1970s period, exploring how business interests intersected with governmental foreign policy objectives in shaping development paradigms. Rylander's work contributes to broader scholarly conversations about Northern European countries' roles in shaping international development frameworks during the Cold War era. Her research interests align with several EUI research themes including economic history, transnational history, and the history of international organizations.

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