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• Public Diplomacy
• National Security
• Media Governance
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Dr. Katherine Ann Brown is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Georgetown University's Center for Security Studies. She currently serves as President & CEO of Global Ties U.S., a citizen diplomacy network fostering international trust through exchange programs. Previously, she held roles at the U.S. Department of State, White House, and U.S. Embassy in Kabul, focusing on public diplomacy and national security. Her research examines media's role in governance and foreign policy, particularly in Afghanistan and Pakistan. She earned a Ph.D. in Communications from Columbia University (2013), with fieldwork on Afghan/Pakistani news media's impact on civil society and governance. Her 2019 book Your Country, Our War: The Press and Diplomacy in Afghanistan (Oxford UP) analyzes U.S. diplomatic narratives during wartime. Recent work explores data-driven public diplomacy and global engagement strategies. Education: Ph.D. in Communications, Columbia University (2013) Key Roles: CFR International Affairs Fellow (Meta), USC Center on Public Diplomacy Advisory Board Publications span public diplomacy effectiveness, counterterrorism communication, and media's role in conflict zones. Her work bridges academic research with policy practice, emphasizing measurable impact of diplomatic initiatives. Awards: 2018-19 French American Foundation Young Leader Dr. Brown's advisory contributions include shaping policy for U.S. public diplomacy programs and evaluating international broadcasting strategies. She advocates for citizen-centric diplomacy to strengthen global alliances.

Clare WoodView profile

Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Educational Psychology
• Child Literacy Development
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Clare Wood is a Professor in the School of Social Sciences at Nottingham Trent University, where she directs the Centre for Research in Language, Education and Developmental Inequalities and serves as Impact Lead for the Department of Psychology. Her work bridges developmental psychology, educational practice, and technology, with a focus on literacy development, speech rhythm, and children’s wellbeing. She holds a BA (Hons) in Social Psychology from the University of Kent (1993) and a PhD from the University of Bristol (1997). Research interests include early literacy interventions, speech prosody’s role in reading, and the impact of digital tools on learning. Notable projects include the MAST movement-storytelling intervention, evaluations of the Rising Stars Reading Planet program, and investigations into pandemic effects on children’s wellbeing. She has led Nuffield Foundation-funded studies and collaborated with organizations like the National Literacy Trust and Save the Children. Key achievements include the British Psychology Society’s Excellence in Teaching Award and the International Reading Association’s Literacy Research Fellowship. Awards also recognize her contributions to understanding text messaging’s impact on literacy and her work on children’s legal capability through the EU-funded FORTITUDE project. Her advisory roles span educational and policy initiatives, including evaluations of Small Steps Big Changes (language development) and the impact of book gifting programs. She has secured funding from the British Academy, Leverhulme Trust, and Education Endowment Foundation, among others. Current projects include feasibility trials of MAST in reception classrooms and a Nuffield-funded study on pandemic impacts on academic attainment and wellbeing. Her research emphasizes translating academic insights into practical tools for educators and policymakers, such as prosody-training resources in reading schemes and wellbeing assessment frameworks.

Alex RubensteinView profile

Associate Professor

• Organizational Behavior
• Employee Turnover
• Newcomer Socialization
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Alex Rubenstein serves as Associate Professor of Management and Ph.D. Program Coordinator at the University of Central Florida's College of Business. His research program examines employee transitions within organizational contexts, with particular emphasis on newcomer adjustment processes and employee withdrawal/turnover mechanisms. Additional expertise includes individual differences in personality and ability, along with advanced research methodologies. Rubenstein's scholarly contributions appear in premier management journals including Academy of Management Journal, Journal of Applied Psychology, Personnel Psychology, and Journal of Management. He teaches organizational behavior, human resource management, and research methods across undergraduate, graduate, and executive education programs. As an active contributor to the academic community, Rubenstein serves on editorial boards for Journal of Applied Psychology, Personnel Psychology, Journal of Management, and Journal of Organizational Behavior. His doctoral training was completed at the University of Florida's Warrington College of Business, complemented by dual bachelor's degrees in business and psychology from the University of Washington.

Mostafa El SayedView profile

Associate Professor

• Multiscale Mechanics of Meta-Materials
• Additive Manufacturing
• Fluid Structure Interaction
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Mostafa El Sayed is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Carleton University. He serves as Director of the Aerospace Structures and Materials Engineering Laboratory (ASME-Lab). His academic credentials include a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from the Military Technical College and a Ph.D. from McGill University, supplemented by postdoctoral research at MIT. Prior to academia, he worked as an Aircraft Loads Engineering Specialist at Bombardier Aerospace, contributing to structural design and optimization of new aircraft programs. His research focuses on multiscale mechanics of meta-materials, additive manufacturing for green technologies, fluid-structure interaction, and structural optimization for aerospace applications. Key projects include developing lightweight materials for aircraft and spacecraft, enhancing energy absorption mechanisms, and optimizing designs for future transport concepts. Publications span topics such as lattice material characterization, aeroelasticity, and fatigue analysis. He actively mentors students through ASME-Lab, offering opportunities in cutting-edge research aligned with industry needs. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in aerospace structural design and materials innovation. El Sayed is a Professional Engineer (PEO) in Ontario and has contributed to industry collaborations through Bombardier and MIT affiliations. His lab emphasizes hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing techniques and computational modeling tools.

Eleni EliaView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Biostatistics
• Artificial Intelligence
• Advanced Computational Methods
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Eleni Elia is a Senior Lecturer in Statistics at Oxford Brookes University's School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics, leveraging expertise from research positions at Harvard University, Boston Children's Hospital, and the University of Leicester to develop AI-driven healthcare solutions that improve patient outcomes through advanced computational methods and biostatistics. Her academic foundation includes: BSc (Hons) in Mathematics MSc in Statistics PhD in Statistics Dr. Elia's research bridges biostatistics and artificial intelligence with clinical applications, focusing on prognosis research and healthcare data analysis . She pioneers computational approaches to transform patient care, particularly in pediatric cardiology and epidemic surveillance, using real-world data to address critical medical challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. Analysis of her 14 publications (2015-2024) reveals consistent application of statistical modeling to medical domains, with growing emphasis on AI integration in cardiology, biomarker analysis, and epidemic prediction. Her work demonstrates methodological rigor while addressing urgent healthcare needs through pediatric applications and refugee camp disease surveillance. Her scientific recognition includes: Enterprise Champion Award 2022/23 for 'Gamifying entrepreneurship education for mathematics students' Executive Coaching Award 23/24 as a 'Research Leader' Mardia Prize from the Royal Statistical Society for refugee-focused statistical workshops Dr. Elia actively mentors PhD candidates and leads significant research initiatives including 'Infectious disease surveillance in refugee camps', 'Biomechanics interactive database development', and 'Epidemic surveillance systems', while securing substantial university funding for healthcare AI innovation and entrepreneurship programs. She contributes to cutting-edge research through the Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis and Systems (AIDAS) Institute and Visual Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (VAIL), driving interdisciplinary projects that connect statistical theory with life-saving medical applications.

Stephanie NobleView profile

Professor

• Customer Experience Management
• Retailing
• Service Marketing
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Stephanie Noble is a Professor in Marketing and William B. Stokely Distinguished Scholar at the Haslam College of Business, University of Tennessee. Her research focuses on customer experience management in retail and service settings, examining factors like frontline employee behavior, loyalty programs, and retailer strategies. She holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of Massachusetts (2001) and prior degrees from Arizona State University. Noble has published in top journals such as the Journal of Marketing and Journal of Retailing , and her work addresses modern retail challenges like AI integration and consumer-robot interactions. Her awards include the 2024 AMA Retailing & Pricing SIG Mentoring Award and the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award. She serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the Academy of Marketing Science and has advised doctoral students across multiple conferences. Teaching spans undergraduate to Ph.D. levels, emphasizing marketing research, retailing, and services marketing. Consulting clients include Viking Corporation, Hollywood Casino, and Food Lion. Noble advocates for innovative retail technologies and ethical consumer experiences. Key research themes include in-store technology impacts, consumer privacy concerns, and the future of human-machine collaboration in retail. Her articles explore topics like AI-driven customer efficiency, mobile phone effects on shopping, and the digital divide in prosocial behavior. She actively contributes to academic communities through editorial roles and mentoring initiatives.

Igor MolybogView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Large Language Models
• Multimodal Modeling
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Igor Molybog is an Assistant Professor at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa, holding joint appointments in the Departments of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Information and Computer Sciences. His research focuses on advancing artificial intelligence, particularly through large language models (LLMs), multimodal modeling, and core machine learning optimization. He leads the HawAII research group, exploring applications like LLM alignment, efficient inference systems, and scaling properties of foundation models. Education: Ph.D. in Engineering from UC Berkeley (2022), specializing in optimization algorithms for complex systems. Previously worked at Meta AI on LLaMa model development. Research Interests: Efficient LLM development and evaluation frameworks Multimodal AI integration (video/audio + text) Scalable optimization for large models Computational efficiency in training/ inference Recent Work: Presented REAL alignment method (2024), developed long-context scaling techniques (2023), contributed to Llama 2 chat models (2023). Collaborates with organizations like Epoch AI on scaling challenges. Teaching: Offers courses in AI, machine learning, and optimization across ECE and ICS departments. Labs/Teams: Leads HawAII Initiative fostering AI collaboration at UH Manoa, organizes paper reading seminars, and hosts technical talks with industry experts.

• Agricultural Development
• Food Security
• Sustainable Intensification
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Jens Andersson is a Researcher at the Plant Production Systems department (PE&RC), focusing on sustainable agricultural practices and food security in smallholder farming systems across Africa. His work emphasizes the application of agronomic technologies, such as mobile-based decision support tools, to enhance productivity and resilience in farming communities. He holds a doctoral degree (dr.) and an engineering degree (ir.) from an unspecified institution, reflecting his academic background in agricultural sciences and engineering. His research interests include agricultural development, food security, sustainable intensification, and the analysis of farming systems. He explores how legume integration and conservation agriculture can address yield gaps and promote equitable resource management. Additionally, he investigates the challenges of scaling digital agronomy solutions and the socio-economic factors influencing technology adoption among smallholder farmers. Jens has not been mentioned to have received any scientific awards or fellowships in the provided texts. His recent publications highlight critical analyses of farm size impacts on economic development, gender dynamics in agricultural investments, and the failure to scale digital agronomy solutions in developing countries. He also examines farmer perceptions of livestock intensification and the historical trajectory of Zimbabwe's agricultural policies. As a co-promotor, Jens has advised multiple PhD candidates, including R. Pawar, H. Nyirahabimana, M. Kilakila, and T. Delaune. He is involved in grants such as the Sustainable intensification of soybean production in Ghana and Tanzania, and the Food Systems Transformation in Southern Africa for One Health (FoSTA-Health) project, where he collaborates as a co-PI. His contributions to projects like Farming Systems Analytics and Conservation Agriculture targeting tools underscore his commitment to bridging research and development practices. Jens is affiliated with the Plant Production Systems group (PE&RC), contributing to interdisciplinary teams researching farming systems analytics and agricultural development strategies. His work integrates socio-economic dimensions with agronomic science, addressing systemic barriers in technology adoption and policy design for marginalized farming communities.

Moutusi MaityView profile

Professor

• Digital Marketing
• Consumer Behavior
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
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Dr. Moutusi Maity is a Professor and Chair of the Marketing Department at the Harrison College of Business and Computing, Southeast Missouri State University, USA. Previously, she held tenured professorships at institutions like the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM-L), University of Southampton, and University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Her expertise spans digital marketing, consumer interaction with ICT, and marketing analytics. Education: PhD in Business Administration (Marketing) from the University of Georgia; MBA from IISWBM, Kolkata; MA and BA in English Literature from Jadavpur University and Loreto College, respectively. Research Interests: Consumer behavior in digital contexts, e-commerce, mobile commerce, social media impact, and ICT adoption in emerging economies. Her work explores how ICT influences consumer decisions, privacy concerns, and market dynamics. Awards: Ponzurick Award (2011), Outstanding Reviewer (2013), Best Paper (2021), and multiple Fellowships in Doctoral Consortia. She has served as a keynote speaker and panelist at global marketing conferences. Teaching & Advising: Teaches courses in Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, and CRM. Advised 12 completed PhD students and is currently guiding 2 more. Served on doctoral committees and promotion boards across institutions. Administration: Roles include Chair of Admissions Committee at IIM-L, Executive Doctoral Program Chair, and membership in academic councils of BIMTECH and Galgotias University. Active in editorial boards of Journal of Business Research and International Journal of Advertising .

Lisa KimView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Teacher Wellbeing
• Educational Psychology
• Organizational Psychology
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Dr Lisa Kim is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology at the University of Sydney, Australia. She holds Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol) and Fellow (FBPsS) titles from the British Psychological Society. As Director of the HEART Research Group and WELL Policy Node, her work focuses on teacher effectiveness, wellbeing, and retention. Previously at the University of York, UK, she completed a PhD in Psychology and held academic roles from Postdoctoral Research Fellow to Senior Lecturer. Her research spans educational psychology, organizational psychology, and individual differences. Notable projects include longitudinal studies on teacher experiences during the pandemic, systematic reviews of burnout interventions, and collaborations with UNESCO and UK Government bodies. Awards include recognition as a top researcher in educational psychology (2022) and best paper awards in educational journals. Key grants include the 2024 Sydney Policy Lab Node funding for WELL initiatives, and the University Research Priming Grant for small school collaborations. She advises policymakers on teacher wellbeing through platforms like the UNESCO Teacher Task Force and BBC interviews. Professional activities include teaching courses on personality and educational psychology, and supervising PhD students in related fields.

Thomas BifanoView profile

Professor

• Photonics
• MEMS (Microelectromechanical Systems)
• Adaptive Optics
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Dr. Thomas Bifano is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Director of the Boston University Photonics Center. He holds affiliations with the Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, and Electrical & Computer Engineering departments. His research focuses on MEMS technologies, adaptive optics, and biomedical imaging applications. Dr. Bifano leads interdisciplinary initiatives in photonics, including commercialization of deformable mirrors via Boston Micromachines Corporation. He directs the Neurophotonics Research Training Grant and participates in the NSF Engineering Research Center on Cellular Metamaterials (CELL MET). His lab develops optical instruments for microscopy and telescope instrumentation, emphasizing light control through deformable mirrors. Recent work includes engineered heart tissue studies and high-throughput cardiac tissue screening. Education: PhD from North Carolina State University. Key Roles: Former Chair of the Manufacturing Engineering Department (1999-2006). Affiliations: Photonics & Optical Systems, Neuroscience & Neuroengineering. Grants & Collaborations: NSF CELL MET, BU Photonics Center innovation programs. Facilities: Manages state-of-the-art shared labs and a business innovation center at the Photonics Center.

Chantal BackmanView profile

Professor

• Frail older adults
• Health services research
• Mixed methods
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Chantal Backman is a Full Professor and Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Ottawa. She holds affiliations with several research institutions, including ICES as a Fellow in the Life Stage Research Program (2022–present), Senior Scientist at the Institut du Savoir Montfort (2024–present), Affiliate Investigator in Methodological and Implementation Research at the Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (2015–present), and Affiliate Investigator in the Care of the Elderly Program at the Bruyère Research Institute (2017–present). Her educational background includes a PhD in Nursing from the University of Alberta (2011), a Master of Health Administration from the University of Ottawa (2000), and a BSc in Nursing from the University of Ottawa (1997). Her research focuses on improving healthcare for older adults, particularly in minority language populations. Key areas include enhancing care quality and safety for frail older adults, nursing’s role in optimizing care, care transitions between healthcare settings, and digital health applications to improve safety. She leads the Innovations in Care for older Adults REsearch centre (i-CARE). Recent publications explore topics such as reversing frailty, care transitions, and digital health interventions for older adults. Her work includes studies on pandemic impacts on hospitalized patients and frameworks for sustaining healthcare innovations. She has been recognized as an ICES Fellow (Life Stage Research Program, 2022–present). Professor Backman actively supervises graduate students and is involved in grant-funded research to advance geriatric care and healthcare innovations. She leads the i-CARE research centre, dedicated to improving geriatric care through research and innovation.

Janet HauckView profile

Associate Professor

• Physical Activity Interventions
• Child Development
• Disability Studies
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Janet Hauck is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at Michigan State University's College of Education. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on physical activity interventions for children with disabilities, motor development in infants, and obesity prevention strategies. Key areas include examining motor behaviors in children with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and cerebral palsy, as well as designing virtual and in-person health promotion programs for these populations. Her work integrates clinical and community-based approaches, emphasizing the interplay between physical activity, motor skill development, and health outcomes. Notable projects include studying the impact of Olympic combat sports on mental health in disabled youth and analyzing the efficacy of sibling-guided motor interventions. Recent studies also explore disparities in physical activity levels between Special Olympics athletes and their peers. Dr. Hauck’s articles span topics like infant activity patterns, caregiver perceptions of interventions, and gender differences in depression-related health behaviors. Her research often combines quantitative and qualitative methods, such as systematic reviews and observational studies, to address gaps in adapted physical activity research. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her contributions highlight a commitment to advancing inclusive health practices and improving quality of life for individuals with disabilities through evidence-based interventions.

Sara WitmerView profile

Associate Professor

• School Psychology
• Assessment Practices
• Educational Equity
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Sara Witmer is an Associate Professor of School Psychology at Michigan State University (MSU), holding a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and National Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) certification. She is affiliated with the College of Education’s Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology & Special Education (CEPSE). Her roles include Principal Investigator for Project ETUDE (funded by the Institute of Educational Sciences) and Project Director for Project Hi2LD (funded by the U.S. Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services), which focus on improving assessment practices and reducing graduate study costs for school psychology and special education students. Education: Dr. Witmer earned a Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Minnesota. She also holds an NCSP credential, reflecting her specialization in school-based psychological services. Research Interests: Her work centers on enhancing instructional decision-making through equitable assessment practices, particularly for at-risk students, students with disabilities, and English language learners. Key themes include validity and fairness in testing, accommodation use, and the integration of accessibility tools into large-scale accountability systems. She employs empirical and mixed-methods approaches to address disparities in educational measurement. Projects & Grants: Leading Project ETUDE (IES-funded) and Project Hi2LD (OSE-funded), she investigates testing accommodations’ effectiveness and develops interdisciplinary training programs. These initiatives aim to improve outcomes for K-12 students and reduce barriers to graduate education. Labs/Teams: While no specific lab is mentioned, her research aligns closely with MSU’s CEPSE department and interdisciplinary efforts within the College of Education, such as the CREATE for STEM Institute. She collaborates with national and international agencies to advance inclusive assessment policies.

Mevan JayasingheView profile

Associate Professor

• International Human Resource Management
• Transnational Corporate Social Responsibility
• High-Performance Work Systems
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Mevan Jayasinghe is an Associate Professor in the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University (MSU), part of the College of Social Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Business (Management & Human Resources) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and dual bachelor’s degrees in Economics/Business and Biology from Lafayette College. His research focuses on international human resource management (IHRM), transnational corporate social responsibility (CSR), labor standards in global supply chains, and employment discrimination. Key contributions include studies on voluntary labor code adoption’s impact on job quality and the operational benefits of such practices in emerging economies. He has been recognized with the International HRM Scholarly Research Award (2015 and 2020), the Best Dissertation Award (2013), and a Fellowship from Penn State’s Center for International Human Resource Studies. Teaching includes graduate-level negotiation courses and an undergraduate capstone in Human Capital and Society. He received the Kruger Faculty Teaching Award (2022) and leads the MSU Human Capital Talent Partnership program, integrating academic internships with industry challenges. His service roles include editorial board memberships at Journal of Management and Academy of Management Perspectives , and leadership positions in the Academy of Management’s HR Division. Professional activities span academic leadership (e.g., sponsorship chair roles), advisory board memberships (e.g., Ethical Apparel Index), and executive education on leadership. His work bridges theoretical research with practical implications for global labor practices, CSR, and organizational effectiveness.