جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sallie Hughesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Journalism Sustainability
• Journalism and Human Rights
• Journalist Safety
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sallie Hughes is a Professor and Department Chair of Journalism and Media Management at the University of Miami’s School of Communication. She holds a PhD in Latin American Studies from Tulane University. Her roles include leading the Latin American region for the Worlds of Journalism Study, the largest global study of journalists’ working conditions and professional values. Her research focuses on journalism sustainability, media’s role in democracy, and journalist safety in insecure contexts. Notable works include Newsrooms in Conflict: Journalism and the Democratization of Mexico and co-authored Making a Life in Multiethnic Miami . Current projects explore occupational stress coping strategies and violence against journalists in Mexico and Brazil. Professional experience includes senior research leadership at the University of Miami Institute for Advanced Study of the Americas (2016–2021). Teaching focuses on comparative journalism and media systems analysis. Her work bridges academic research with real-world challenges facing news professionals in democratic transitions and conflict zones. Key contributions include conceptual frameworks for understanding journalist safety globally and measuring editorial autonomy in insecure democracies. Her research often addresses transnational issues like migration media representation and authoritarianism’s impact on press freedom.

Susanne Burriمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Normative Ethics
• Applied Ethics
• Philosophy of Death
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Susanne Burri is an Associate Professor at the University of Zurich , where she leads the Chair of Applied and Normative Ethics in the Department of Philosophy. Her academic career includes University of Konstanz (2021–2025) and London School of Economics and Political Science (2015–2021), with successful tenure evaluations. Education : PhD in Philosophy from London School of Economics (2010) Master’s in Economics and Philosophy (2009) Bachelor’s in Economics from University of St. Gallen (2009) Susanne specializes in normative ethics and applied ethics , with key focuses on the philosophy of death , war ethics , self-defense , and moral decision-making under uncertainty . Her work bridges theoretical rigor with real-world moral dilemmas in conflict, aging, and resource distribution. Her recent publications (2020–2025) emphasize defensive harm , risk imposition , war ethics , and death philosophy . These contributions explore tensions between moral rights enforcement, distributive justice, and the ethical implications of aging, death, and uncertainty in decision-making. Research Team : She collaborates with doctoral candidate Agnes Kandlbinder (URPP Human Reproduction Reloaded) and postdoctoral researcher Philipp Reichling (Moral Philosophy and Applied Ethics).

Giulia Gentileمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Digital Law
• EU Constitutional Law
• Artificial Intelligence in Legal Systems
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Giulia Gentile is a Lecturer in Law at the University of Essex , where she has been employed since 2023. She is a co-PI for the EU Horizon 2024-2027 collaborative project EXPRESS2 , focusing on digital constitutionalism and EU social contracts. Her research emphasizes human rights in digital societies, EU constitutional law, and AI's impact on legal systems. PhD in Law from King's College London (2021) LLM from King's College London (2016) Law Degree from University of Naples Federico II (2014) Giulia's research explores the intersection of digital technologies, legal frameworks, and EU law. She has led projects funded by the EU Commission and UKRI, addressing rule of law, public values, and digitization. Her work spans topics such as GDPR enforcement , AI in justice systems , and effective judicial protection under the EU Charter. Her recent publications analyze AI's ethical implications, digital regulation, and EU judicial federalism trends. Notably, her 2021 PhD thesis won the European Public Law Organization PhD Thesis Prize. She serves as Research Co-Director on AI at DICOPO and is a member of the Scientific Council of the Centre for AI & Digital Humanism . European Public Law Organization PhD Thesis Prize (2021) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2023) Giulia has provided expert evidence to the UK Parliament and European Commission on digital regulation and disabled citizens' rights. She is a qualified Italian lawyer with experience at the Court of Justice of the EU and Clifford Chance (Milan).

• European Human Rights Law
• Forced Marriage
• Criminal Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lisa Grans is a postdoctoral researcher and project researcher at the Institute of Human Rights under Åbo Akademi University's Faculty of Social Sciences, Business and Law. Her work focuses on intersections between human rights law, criminal law, and gender-based violence, particularly forced marriage and domestic violence. She collaborates on projects like ROVU (vulnerability in human rights contexts) and FRANET (EU fundamental rights research). Research Interests: European human rights law, forced marriage criminalization, domestic violence jurisprudence, vulnerability frameworks Projects: ROVU (2021-2025), Human Rights Cities (2021-2022), IDA (data intimacy, 2019-2025), FRANET (2019-2022), MONIerko (2017-2022) Her recent publications analyze legal interpretations of forced marriage in Europe (2024) and vulnerability's impact on state obligations in domestic violence cases (2025). Grans frequently presents at conferences, including keynotes on gender-based violence (2025) and workshops on forced marriage definitions (2024). She provides legal expertise through official statements to governmental bodies. Email: lisa.grans@abo.fi

• Professional Ethics
• Medical Ethics
• Legal Practice
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Mark Davies is a Reader in Law at the School of Law, Politics and Sociology, University of Sussex. His expertise spans professional ethics, medical negligence, legal practice, and higher education law. He is a non-practising Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Qualifications: BA, MPhil, PhD Key Affiliations: Member of the Law Society of England & Wales, International Association for Artificial Intelligence and Law (IAAIL) Mark Davies’ research focuses on the professional conduct of lawyers and medical practitioners, regulatory crises in professions, and the intersection of law with higher education. He has led projects on self-regulation challenges in medicine and law, and contributed to debates on academic immunity and tort reform. His recent articles address misinformation in medical regulation, legal frameworks for scientific research, and shifts in higher education governance. He welcomes PhD supervision in areas such as medical regulation, legal ethics, and professional liability. Scientific awards include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His teaching roles have encompassed Director of Undergraduate Law Programmes, LLB Director, and Sub-Dean, with external validation work for the Bar Standards Board and Solicitors Regulation Authority.

• Canon Law
• Church-State Law
• Religious Freedom
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Adrian Loretan is a Professor of Canon Law and Church-State Law at the Faculty of Theology, University of Lucerne, where he has served since 1996. He is also Co-Director of the Center for Constitutional Law of Religion at the same institution. His academic work bridges theology, jurisprudence, and human rights, with a focus on religious freedom, church governance, and the ethical dimensions of ecclesiastical law. Born in 1959 in Brig/VS, Switzerland Licentiate in Theology (1984), University of Lucerne and Tübingen Doctorate in Canon Law (1993), Universities of Fribourg and Gregoriana, Rome Full Professor since 1996 Dean of the Faculty of Theology (1999–2001) Co-Director, Center for Constitutional Law of Religion (since 2012) Editor, book series ReligionsRecht im Dialog His research centers on the intersection of canon law with theology and jurisprudence, exploring whether canon law is fundamentally a legal or theological discipline. He has published extensively on religious freedom, church-state relations, and the abuse of power in ecclesiastical institutions. His recent work includes a 2024 monograph co-authored with Judith Hahn titled Canon Law - Jurisprudence or Theology? , which positions canon law within contemporary legal and theological debates. Other key publications examine religious freedom in the context of human and fundamental rights. The trend in his recent publications reflects a deep engagement with the ethical, constitutional, and jurisprudential dimensions of religious institutions. His work spans doctrinal analysis, public commentary, and interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly through the Engelberg Seminars with the University of Basel. Topics include gender equality in church leadership, clerical abuse, and the political theology of figures like Hannah Arendt. Supervised Dr. Patrik Huser, named Alumnus of the Year 2022 at the University of Lucerne Active in international lecturing and academic dialogue Transdisciplinary collaboration across European faculties Loretan has been widely recognized for his scholarly contributions and mentorship. While no personal scientific awards are listed, his former student's recognition highlights his impact as an academic advisor. He contributes to public discourse through interviews and reviews, including a notable 2023 anthology on abuse of power in the Church. He is best reached via email at adrian.loretan@unilu.ch and continues to be an influential voice in religious law and ethics.

• Normative Ethics
• Political Philosophy
• Autonomy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Mikhail Valdman is an Associate Professor of Philosophy at Virginia Commonwealth University, affiliated with the Department of Philosophy in the College of Humanities and Sciences. He works in normative ethics and political philosophy, focusing on autonomy, exploitation, and distributive justice. Education: Ph.D. in Philosophy from Rutgers University (advised by Larry Temkin) His research explores foundational ethical questions about personal autonomy, moral obligations in political systems, and theories of justice. Recent publications analyze exploitation, self-governance, and the morality of research practices. Valdman's scholarly output spans journals like Ethics , American Philosophical Quarterly , and Bioethics , with thematic connections to moral philosophy, political theory, and bioethical frameworks.

Vikash Yadavمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• International Political Economy
• Comparative Politics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Vikash Yadav is a Professor of International Relations at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where he has been a faculty member since 2007. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, an M.A. from the University of Chicago, and a B.A. from DePauw University. He has previously served as Assistant and Associate Professor at HWS, and as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Mount Holyoke College and the American University in Cairo. Education: Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania M.A., University of Chicago B.A., DePauw University His research and teaching focus on International Relations and Comparative Politics, with specializations in international political economy, globalization, global governance, and the political economy of South Asia. He explores themes such as developmental states, political capitalism in India, China, and Vietnam, and the intellectual legacy of F. A. Hayek. His courses include Introduction to International Relations, Capitalism, Globalization, South Asia, and China. The recent articles reflect a consistent scholarly engagement with global financial governance, India’s evolving foreign policy, and LGBTQ rights in international diplomacy. His work often combines theoretical depth with empirical analysis of policy shifts and institutional dynamics in both the Global North and South. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Vikash Yadav has advised numerous students and has been involved in collaborative research, particularly with Jason A. Kirk. His forthcoming books on Hayek and Indian politics under Modi indicate an active and forward-looking research agenda. He teaches a broad range of courses in international relations and co-teaches interdisciplinary courses in Asian studies and first-year seminars. He is affiliated with the Department of International Relations at HWS and contributes to interdisciplinary programs such as Asian Studies. His work bridges theoretical inquiry with real-world policy analysis, particularly in the context of emerging economies and global institutions.

Nurbay Irmakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Metaphysics
• Bioethics
• Ontology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Nurbay Irmak is an active academic specializing in Metaphysics and Bioethics, with a Ph.D. from the University of Miami, USA. He teaches courses such as Introduction to Philosophy, Bioethics, Ontology, and Metaphysics of Art Objects, indicating a strong engagement with both theoretical and applied philosophy. His research interests focus on: Metaphysics of abstract artifacts Philosophy of language and art Medical and professional ethics Ontological debates in science and technology Authorship and creation in the age of AI His recent publications (2021–2024) reflect a consistent trajectory in analytic metaphysics and bioethics, particularly exploring the nature of artifacts, musical works, and ethical challenges in healthcare. There is a noticeable integration of traditional philosophical inquiry with contemporary issues such as generative AI and digital ontology. He has led significant research projects funded by TÜBİTAK and BAP, including studies on the right to refuse medical treatment in Turkey and the metaphysics of abstract artifacts. While no scientific awards are listed, his work appears in top-tier journals like Synthese , Erkenntnis , and Journal of Medical Ethics . Prof. Irmak serves as the Third Year Advisor, suggesting an active role in student mentorship. He maintains an office (JF510) and holds regular office hours, indicating ongoing academic presence. Affiliation details such as university, school, and department are not specified in the provided text.

Yolanda Martinez Suarezمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Moral Philosophy
• Media Studies
• Political Philosophy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Yolanda Martínez Suárez is a faculty member at the Department of Philosophy and Anthropology, Faculty of Philosophy, University of Santiago de Compostela, and affiliated with the Humanities Research Institute (iHUS). She leads the research group 'Polis Justice and Equality'. Her work bridges Political Philosophy , Media Studies , and Gender Studies , focusing on indigenous communities, digital activism, and intercultural communication. Doctorate in Moral Philosophy (2010) with thesis 'Sexual Equality in Cultural Diversity' Supervised by Dr. María Xosé Agra Romero Research Trends include: Impacts of digital technologies on indigenous communities (Shuar/Sarayaku) and migrant populations Critique of algorithmic oppression and AI inequalities from feminist perspectives Dynamics of care work , reproductive labor , and community-based media in marginalized regions Key Methodologies involve media ecology theory , appropriation studies , and critical discourse analysis . Her recent articles explore indigenous political subjects , digital snail technologies , and transnational feminist frameworks .

• Public Procurement Law
• Administrative Law
• Contract Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Monica Amalia RAȚIU and Simona GHERHINA are academic faculty members at the Faculty of Law, University of Bucharest. Monica Amalia RAȚIU holds the rank of Associate Professor, while Simona GHERHINA is a Professor. Both are actively involved in legal research, particularly in the domain of public procurement and contract law. Their research focuses on legal frameworks governing subcontracting in public contracts, with emphasis on regulatory boundaries, the role of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and the legal principle of intuitu personae . They explore how limitations on subcontracting are justified and implemented within European and national legal systems. Their recent collaborative work analyzes judicial interpretations and regulatory practices concerning subcontracting restrictions. This research contributes to understanding the balance between contractor autonomy and public accountability in procurement processes. Scientific Awards: No awards mentioned in the provided text. Advising and Grants: There is no information available regarding student supervision, grants, or funded research projects for either academic. Labs and Research Centers: Both scholars are associated with the research ecosystem of the Faculty of Law, University of Bucharest, which hosts multiple research centers such as the Centre for Studies in Competition Law, Human Rights Centre, and Centre for Criminal Law, though specific team or lab affiliations are not specified.

• Constitutional Law
• Public Liberties
• Civil Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Hendrik Vuye is a Professor at the Faculty of Law of the University of Namur (FUNDP), where he has been teaching since 1993. He became the first holder of the chair of constitutional law and public freedoms at the university. Since September 1, 2001, he has held the title of professor, and became a full professor on January 1, 2004. He has also taught at the University of Antwerp from 1996 to 2008 and served as Dean of the Faculty of Law at Hasselt University from November 2007 to August 2009, where he founded the new faculty. Dr. Vuye earned his Doctor of Laws from KU Leuven on June 2, 1993, with a thesis on 'Possession and possessory protection of buildings and real estate rights.' He previously obtained master's degrees in law (1986), criminology (1986), and philosophy (1988) from the Sint-Catharinacollege in Geraardsbergen. Hendrik Vuye's research focuses primarily on constitutional law and public liberties, with significant contributions to civil law as well. His work often examines the intersection of constitutional principles with practical legal applications in the Belgian context. His recent publications demonstrate a continued interest in fundamental rights, constitutional reform, and the evolving nature of Belgian federalism, particularly regarding the German-speaking Community and the legal framework governing the monarchy. Editor-in-chief of Revue générale de droit civil belge (1998-2003) Current editorial board member of Chroniques de droit public and La revue belge de droit constitutionnel Co-founder of PROJUCIT Fundamental Research Center (2003) Professor Vuye has led research projects focusing on constitutional protection of fundamental rights, including protections under Article 3 of the European Convention on Human Rights and children's rights. His teaching includes Constitutional Law, Public Liberties, and Specific Questions of Public and Administrative Law for the 2023-2025 academic period.

• Social philosophy
• Philosophy of Social Sciences
• Action theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

David Schweikard is a Researcher at the Department of Philosophy, Europa-Universität Flensburg , holding this position since 2016. His academic career includes Junior Professor for European Political Philosophy (2016-2022), Acting professors (2022-2024), and prior affiliations with the University of Münster , University of Basel , Columbia University , University of Cologne , and Princeton University . Research Focus: Schweikard’s work centers on collective intentionality , social ontology , Hegelian philosophy , and virtue epistemology . He explores the metaphysics of collective action, normative structures in family relationships, and the intersection of ethics and social theory. His entry in the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy on collective intentionality (with Hans Bernhard Schmid) is widely cited. Publications: His 2011 monograph The Myth of the Singular – An Investigation into the Structure of Collective Action (mentis) and editorial collaborations on works by Philip Pettit, Marx, and Rorty demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement. Recent chapters in Distributed Agency (Oxford University Press, 2017) and Handbuch Handlungstheorie (Metzler, 2016) reflect evolving interests in group agency and historical social theory. Academic Leadership: Schweikard serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Social Ontology Steering Committee of the International Social Ontology Society Research Center for Collective Science (University of Regensburg)

Miia Halme-Tuomisaariمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Human Rights
• Legal Anthropology
• International Law
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Miia Halme-Tuomisaari is Associate Professor of Human Rights Studies at the Department of History, Faculty of Humanities and Theology, Lund University. She is a legal anthropologist specializing in the UN Human Rights Committee, critical international law, and global governance. Her work bridges ethnographic methodology with human rights monitoring. Docent of International Law, University of Turku (2016) Docent of Social and Cultural Anthropology, University of Jyväskylä (2018) Docent of Social and Cultural Anthropology, University of Helsinki (2019) Her research explores the interplay between anthropology, international law, and bureaucratic systems through ethnographic studies of UN treaty bodies, Nordic human rights networks, and historical archives. She examines how legal standards are negotiated in practice. Recent publications address UN procedural tensions, algorithmic impacts on academic freedom, and the 2022 study on Al-Hol children's rights. Her fieldwork includes Finland’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, NGO networks, and UN Palais Wilson archives from the 1940s. Riksbankens Jubiliumsfonds-funded sabbatical (2023-2024) for 'Looping for Human Rights: an Ethnographic Theory of Expansion' Kone Foundation grant (2020-2024) for Tutkitusti collaboration Co-chair, Allegra Lab Hki Editorial board member of PoLAR and Social Anthropology/Anthropologie Sociale She teaches graduate courses like 'Human Rights in the History of Politics and Philosophy' and supervises master's and doctoral students. Current projects include a monograph on the UN Human Rights Committee and ethnographic theory development.

Anna Sonnsjö Anderssonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Criminal Law
• Labor Law
• Human Rights
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anna Sonnsjö Andersson is a doctoral student and researcher at the Department of Law, Faculty of Law, Lund University. She is affiliated with the Rights and Vulnerability and Criminal Law research groups, focusing on the intersection of labor market exploitation, criminal regulation, and victim autonomy. Her research project Criminal Exploitation at Work analyzes the historical and contemporary construction of workplace exploitation as a criminal offense, emphasizing power structures and subordination in labor law. The study includes a legal analysis of statutes, preparatory works, and judicial practice, complemented by interviews with legal professionals. Recent publications address AI in policing, human trafficking legislation, and workplace crime policy, reflecting her expertise in criminal law, labor law, and vulnerability studies. She teaches criminal law and procedure at undergraduate and graduate levels and supervises bachelor's theses. Anna previously worked as a lawyer at an anti-discrimination agency and as a sustainability coordinator in Malmö City. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals on reducing inequality and promoting decent work.