Dr. Barbara Flunger is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University’s Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences , specializing in Educational Psychology . Her research focuses on improving student motivation and learning behavior through advanced statistical modeling and self-determination theory, particularly examining autonomy support, socioeconomic factors, and homework dynamics. She has led projects funded by the PhD Fund of Utrecht University and the Stimuleringsbeurs Rijksoverheid . Key Projects 2022–Present: Role of autonomy regulation in self-directed learning 2024–Present: 'Making homework work: Generating vlogs as learning strategy' Research Themes : Student motivation and self-determination theory Homework behavior and learning types Socioeconomic background impacts on education Collaborative learning environments Scientific Contributions : Developed classification systems for teacher motivational behaviors Advanced Bayesian and latent profile analyses in educational contexts Published extensively on autonomy support and homework interventions Teaching : Involved in Master’s programs for Educational Sciences, teaching research methods, assessment design, and integrative practical courses.
Professor Bruce Abernethy is Executive Director of UQ's Engagement with the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, following his tenure as Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences (2014-2023) at the University of Queensland. His academic leadership includes previous roles as Deputy Executive Dean, Associate Dean (Research), and Head of the School of Human Movement Studies (1991-2003). He also served as inaugural Chair Professor at the University of Hong Kong's Institute of Human Performance (2004-2011). His educational background includes First Class Honours and University Medallist status from the University of Queensland, complemented by a PhD from the University of Otago. Professional recognition includes Fellowships from the American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education, Australian Sports Medicine Federation, and Exercise and Sport Science Australia. Abernethy's research centers on the interdisciplinary study of skilled movement control and acquisition, bridging human movement science, experimental psychology, neuroscience, and medical sciences. His work investigates expert perception and production of human movement patterns, with particular focus on deception detection in sports, visual-motor expertise, and fundamental movement skills development. This spans applications from elite athletic performance to pediatric movement disorders. Analysis of his recent publications reveals sustained focus on perceptual-cognitive aspects of sport expertise, with recurring themes in deception detection (particularly in football/cricket), gaze behavior analysis, and perceptual training methodologies. His work increasingly integrates interdisciplinary approaches across motor control, cognitive psychology, and sports biomechanics, with strong emphasis on practical applications for athletic training and movement rehabilitation. International Fellow, American Academy of Kinesiology and Physical Education Fellow, Australian Sports Medicine Federation Fellow, Exercise and Sport Science Australia University Medallist, University of Queensland Professor Abernethy has supervised eight PhD candidates to completion between 2003-2022, with research spanning cricket batting expertise, perceptual training, and movement disorders. His funding portfolio demonstrates exceptional grant acquisition success, including sustained support from the Motor Accident Insurance Commission (1997-2019), Australian Research Council (multiple projects 1995-2011), Australian Football League, Australian Sports Commission, and Hong Kong Research Grants Council. Current engagement with the 2032 Games represents strategic alignment of his expertise with major international sporting events. His research is conducted through the Centre for Extracellular Vesicle Nanomedicine within UQ's Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across sports science, psychology, and medical research domains. This network supports his translational research from basic motor control principles to applied sporting and clinical contexts.
Joanna Rutkowska is a postdoctoral researcher at the Jacobs Center for Productive Youth Development, Department of Psychology, University of Zurich (since 2023). Her academic journey includes a PhD in Brain, Behaviour and Cognition (Radboud University, 2018-2023), MSc in Evolutionary and Comparative Psychology (University of St Andrews, 2017-2018), and MA in Psychology (University of St Andrews, 2013-2017). PhD, Donders Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Cognition, Radboud University MSc, Evolutionary and Comparative Psychology, University of St Andrews MA, Psychology, University of St Andrews Her research focuses on social-cognitive development across mono-, bi-, and multilingual children, communicative behavior evolution, and action perception-motor development relationships. She employs multimodal methodologies including movement kinematics analysis, facial EMG processing, and biological motion sensitivity assessments. Recent publications examine how infants decode emotional expressions through visual/manual exploration (2025), data-driven EMG processing (2024), biological motion intention sensitivity (2022), and adult kinematic interpretation limitations (2021). These works span developmental psychology, computational affective science, and cognitive neuroscience.
Maria Michou is a Senior Lecturer in Finance at the University of Edinburgh Business School , where she has served since 2009. Her roles include Cohort Lead for undergraduate Accounting and Finance programs, Deputy Director of the UEBS PhD Programme, and Coordinator for the Athena SWAN Bronze Award project. She previously held positions at the University of Manchester and the University of Exeter. Academic Qualifications: PhD in Finance (2002), University of Exeter MA in Finance and Investment (1998), University of Exeter Research Interests Capital Market Anomalies: Focus on value/growth puzzles, liquidity risk, and accruals anomalies, with notable studies on contrarian strategies and net equity issuance in the UK. Empirical Asset Pricing: Analysis of Fama and French models, industry portfolios, and macroeconomic news impacts on returns. Cost of Equity Capital: Industry-specific cost of equity studies in the UK context. Her work often bridges accounting and finance, emphasizing market efficiency and behavioral finance implications. Scientific Awards The Inspiring Colleague Award – People of CAHSS Awards 2024 UEBS Excellence in Teaching Award 2023 and 2016 Advising and Supervision Supervised PhD students in areas including IPOs, M&A activity, and asset pricing anomalies. Current and past roles in academic leadership, including program coordination and committee memberships. Labs and Research Groups Affiliated with the Edinburgh Centre for Financial Innovations , contributing to research on market anomalies and asset pricing.
Dr. Leesa Lin is an Associate Professor at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and serves as Co-Director and Behavioural and Digital Innovations Lead of the Vaccine Confidence Project, focusing on the Asia Pacific region. She leads a multidisciplinary team employing artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and statistical modeling to address public health risks including pandemics, antimicrobial resistance, and infodemics. Education PhD in Implementation Science and Social Epidemiology, Harvard School of Public Health ScM in Global Health and Population, Harvard School of Public Health BA in Psychology and Asian Studies, University of British Columbia Research Focus Dr. Lin's work integrates behavioural sciences, digital innovations, and epidemiology to strengthen public health systems. Key domains include: AI-driven analysis of misinformation and vaccine hesitancy patterns Behavioural interventions for antimicrobial stewardship Digital tools for crisis communication during health emergencies Social determinants affecting vulnerable populations' health access Publication Trends Recent articles (2022-2023) demonstrate her focus on digital health solutions for vaccination challenges, including AI chatbots for vaccine communication, social media's role in COVID-19 responses, and behavioural factors influencing antibiotic misuse. Methodologies emphasize systematic reviews, large-scale surveys, and risk analysis frameworks. Active Projects Multilingual COVID-19 vaccine chatbot effectiveness evaluation (2022-present) HPV vaccine misinformation countermeasures in Asia (2022-present) Digital communication strategies for HPV vaccination in East Asia (2021-present) Asia-Pacific COVID-19 vaccine perception mapping (2021-2022) Leadership She directs the Vaccine Confidence Project's innovation team, developing AI-powered tools for real-time infodemic management and personalized health interventions.
Jason Collins is a Senior Lecturer and Program Director for the Graduate Certificate and Master of Behavioural Economics at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), within the Economics Discipline Group of the Business School. He holds a PhD from the University of Western Australia, focusing on the intersection of economics and evolutionary biology. His research explores how behavioral science can enhance AI systems in financial services and strengthen applied behavioral economics through improved theories and methods. Previously, he co-founded PwC Australia’s behavioral economics practice and led data science teams at ASIC. He blogs at jasoncollins.blog and has been published in outlets like the Economic Record . Collins teaches undergraduate and postgraduate behavioral economics courses, including subjects on industry projects, research design, and consumer decision-making. He has secured grants, such as a 2024 project on AI in consumer finance with the Commonwealth Bank. His peer-reviewed work spans topics like research reproducibility, evolutionary economics, and heritability of fertility.
Gabriela Tymowski-Gionet is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), located in Fredericton. She holds a PhD in applied ethics from the University of Gloucestershire, UK, and prior degrees from the University of Western Ontario. Her research focuses on applied ethics in sport, children's rights, animal ethics, and mindfulness. She teaches courses such as Ethics & Kinesiology, Coaching Healthy Behaviours, and Modern Olympic Studies. Education: Bachelor's degrees in Kinesiology and Education Master's in Kinesiology (University of Western Ontario) PhD in Applied Ethics (University of Gloucestershire) Her research examines ethical issues in children's involvement in sport, from over-participation in competitive sports to sedentary lifestyles. Key topics include the child's right to an open future, high-risk sports ethics, and the morality of 'sport' hunting. She has led community outreach projects like the BOOST initiative since 2004, involving UNB kinesiology students collaborating with St. Mary’s First Nation elementary schools. Recent work explores dark leisure practices in animal hunting and the moral implications of introducing children to killing animals. She is actively seeking a master’s student for research on mindfulness. Advising & Grants: Advised 8 graduate students on topics ranging from childhood obesity ethics to defining 'sport' Recipient of grants supporting community-based physical literacy programs She co-leads the BOOST project and participates in interdisciplinary teams addressing sport ethics and child welfare. Her philosophy emphasizes compassionate, mindful living informed by ethical research.
Lisa Whittingham (she/her) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Disability Studies at Brock University. She holds a PhD in Child and Youth Studies and MA in Applied Disability Studies from Brock University. Her research focuses on disability and the law, particularly examining interactions between individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and the criminal justice system, crisis response strategies for justice professionals, and socio-cultural constructions of vulnerability. Dr. Whittingham has over 15 years of clinical experience working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in criminal justice, forensic, and mental health systems. She is a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in Ontario. Her work emphasizes cross-sectoral collaboration and inclusive research methodologies. Research interests include disability studies, policing studies, qualitative research, and media analysis of disability narratives. She volunteers as an editor for the Journal on Developmental Disabilities and serves on the John Howard Society’s Research Ethics Board. Her academic contributions span criminal justice policy analysis, forensic service provision models, and telehealth applications for FASD diagnosis. Recent publications address data-driven insights into disability representation in correctional facilities and forensic mental health systems.
Dr. Dave Bouckenooghe is a Professor and Department Chair in the Goodman School of Business at Brock University. He holds a leadership role in the Department of Organizational Behaviour, Human Resource Management, Entrepreneurship, and Ethics. His academic contributions focus on organizational dynamics, leadership, and human resource strategies. His research interests encompass organizational behavior, human resource management, leadership styles, change management, crisis resilience, and ethics in business. He explores topics such as psychological contracts, workplace well-being, and the impact of cultural factors on executive roles. Recent studies highlight themes like the role of service learning in career adaptability and latent profile analysis for understanding employee and job seeker behavior. Dr. Bouckenooghe is an established scholar with a strong publication record in top-tier journals. His work frequently addresses the interplay between individual psychological traits and organizational processes, particularly in crisis contexts. He serves in editorial roles for academic publications but specific details are not provided in the text. Dr. Bouckenooghe does not have listed advisees or grants in the provided information. His contributions to academia include shaping educational programs and fostering interdisciplinary research within the Goodman School of Business.
Christine SCHILTZ is a Full Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Luxembourg's Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, Department of Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences. Her work focuses on numerical cognition, spatial attention, face perception, and cognitive development, employing neuroimaging techniques such as EEG/MEG. She leads research initiatives addressing multilingual education challenges, particularly in diagnosing learning disorders in mathematics within Luxembourg's multicultural context. Her team develops innovative assessment tools like the LuxMatheTest to evaluate numerical competencies in multilingual children. Her research integrates neuroscientific methods with educational applications, exploring how language and environment influence mathematical learning. Key projects include studying dyslexia's neural underpinnings, spatial coding in arithmetic, and the impact of bilingualism on numerical processing. Recent studies investigate socioeconomic factors affecting math education and the role of visual stimulation in understanding word and number recognition. Publications highlight advancements in neuroimaging analysis (e.g., FPVS techniques), early childhood development, and educational policy. She collaborates internationally on large-scale assessments of cognitive abilities and contributes to evidence-based strategies for inclusive education systems. Her work bridges fundamental cognitive science with applied educational research, emphasizing practical solutions for multilingual learning environments.
Professor Dan Palermo serves as Deputy Provost Markham and Professor of Structural Engineering in the Department of Civil Engineering at York University's Lassonde School of Engineering. Previously, he held faculty positions at the University of Ottawa (2005-2013) and University of Calgary (2004). As Interim Deputy Provost Markham, he provides academic and administrative leadership for the Markham Campus. His research focuses on critical structural engineering challenges including seismic repair/retrofit of concrete structures, shape memory alloy applications, innovative masonry systems, advanced cementitious composites (UHP-FRC/ECC), nonlinear finite element analysis, and tsunami-induced structural loading. Work emphasizes infrastructure resilience under extreme events through experimental and computational methods. Recent publications (2020-2023) reveal concentrated expertise in seismic retrofitting using advanced materials, with significant contributions in shape memory alloy applications for shear walls, masonry wall performance testing, and ultra-high-performance concrete behavior characterization. Scientific recognition includes: York University President’s University-Wide Teaching Award (2018) Fellow of the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering (2018) Dr. Palermo serves as Associate Editor for the Canadian Journal of Civil Engineering (CJCE). Source text contains no information regarding student advising, research grants, laboratory facilities, or collaborative teams.
Andrew Longstaff is a Professor of Machine Tool Metrology at the University of Huddersfield, affiliated with the Department of Engineering and School of Computing and Engineering. He serves as Research Director at the Centre for Precision Technologies and is an Associate Member of the Behavioural Research Centre. His research focuses on improving machine tool performance through advanced metrology, thermal error modeling, sensor technology, and precision manufacturing processes. He holds a PhD from the University of Huddersfield and has led multiple high-value European and UK research projects, including Innovate UK initiatives and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships. Longstaff’s expertise includes machine tool calibration, vibration analysis, and the application of artificial intelligence for data processing in manufacturing. He is deeply involved in industry collaboration, working with machine tool manufacturers and end-users to address technical challenges. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to industrial innovation and infrastructure (SDG 9). He is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a member of professional bodies such as the IET and CMI. His recent research trends emphasize thermal error compensation, ultrasonic core temperature measurement, and advanced sensor integration. Over 124 publications highlight contributions to precision engineering, with a focus on metrology, manufacturing systems, and sensor development. Awards include the EPSRC High Value Manufacturing Catapult Fellowship (2014). He supervises PhD students and teaches the MSc in Engineering Control Systems and Instrumentation, embedding his research into education.
Professor Moi Hoon Yap is a Professor of Image and Vision Computing and Lead of Human-Centred Computing at The Manchester Metropolitan University. Her research focuses on computer vision, deep learning, and medical image analysis, particularly in early cancer detection and diabetic foot ulcer tools. She leads projects funded by The Royal Society, EU, EPSRC, Innovate UK, and industry partners. She is an Associate Editor of the Journal of Computers and Programs in Biomedicine and has developed datasets and grand challenges for reproducible research, such as the DFU-2021 challenge. Her work includes facial analysis, gesture interpretation, and human behavior quantification. Key Projects: FAST Healthcare NetworksPlus Award (2020-2021), Royal Society PhD Studentship (2018-2022), FootSnap Cloud Infrastructure (2019-2021). Awards: Royal Society Industry Fellowship, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Innovative Training Network Grant. Research Interests: Medical imaging, facial/gesture analysis, human behavior analysis, dataset creation, and sustainable software development. Professor Yap supervises PhD students and teaches Data Analytics, Deep Learning, and related courses. She is actively involved in international collaborations to advance biomedical data sharing and federated learning mechanisms.
Payam Khazaeinejad is Associate Professor of Solid Mechanics at Kingston University London, where he also serves as School Director of Learning & Teaching and leads the IMechE-accredited Monitored Professional Development Scheme. A Chartered Engineer & Scientist, he is Senior Fellow of Advance HE, Fellow of IMechE, Senior Member of AIAA and sits on multiple national boards including IMechE Council and EPSRC Peer Review College. Education & Continuous Development PhD Engineering, University of Edinburgh (2016) MSc Mechanical Engineering – Applied Mechanics (2006) BEng Mechanical Engineering – Solid Mechanics (2004) MIT Professional Education – Machine Learning for Materials Informatics (2024) Chartered Manager Bootcamp, CMI Level 5 Diploma (2023) Certificate in Innovation in Teaching, Laspau/Harvard (2021) Chartered Engineer & Chartered Scientist status (2021, 2024) Research Interests His research integrates computational solid mechanics with bio-inspired design to create architected materials and structures that are lightweight, adaptive and resilient. Using high-fidelity finite-element and discrete-element modelling he investigates failure mechanisms under extreme thermomechanical environments, with applications spanning pharmaceutical tablet compaction, biomedical scaffolds for bone regeneration, floating solar-panel arrays, fire-exposed steel plates and subsea riser systems. Across 50+ peer-reviewed works he has advanced analytical solutions for functionally graded shells, nonlinear thermo-elastic plates, vibration of micro-composite skew plates and efficient riser elements, while recent outputs concentrate on additive-manufactured aerospace mounts, 3-D printed biodegradable scaffolds and data-driven engineering curricula. Honours & Recognition Provost's Award for Learning & Teaching Excellence 2025 Enterprising Value Award, Kingston People Awards 2024 Senior Fellow, Advance HE Fellow, Institution of Mechanical Engineers Senior Member, AIAA Chartered Engineer & Chartered Scientist (UK Engineering & Science Councils) Leadership & External Examining He is Chief External Examiner at UWE Bristol (2024-present) and External Examiner at Manchester Met and University of East London, having served on programme-revalidation panels nationwide. At Kingston he directs learning & teaching for the School of Engineering, chairs the IMechE Structural Technology & Materials Group, and founded the Engineering Simulation Group.
Dr. Hanaa Osman is an academic at Bournemouth University, serving as Interim Head of PAO and Interim Deputy Head of the Department of People and Organisations. She holds a PhD in Hospitality Marketing from Oxford Brookes University and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Her research focuses on consumer behavior, gender in tourism, and hospitality management, with a particular interest in cultural and gender dynamics in travel experiences. She has published in top journals such as Psychology & Marketing and Annals of Tourism Research . Expertise includes: Gender and Tourism, Emotional Intelligence in Hospitality, and Muslim Female Travelers. Contributes to UN SDGs: Gender Equality, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities, and Responsible Consumption. Her teaching spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including units like 'Global Hospitality' and 'Food, Culture and Travel'. She actively supervises PhD students researching topics such as Middle Eastern tourism development and emotional labor in hospitality. Grants include a British Academy-funded project on social cohesion among Muslim migrant families (2023) and a study on Western female tourists in Egypt (2019). She also leads outreach activities, including public lectures and media engagements on topics like workplace religious diversity. Dr. Osman’s academic roles include Research Lead for her department and peer review for journals such as International Journal of Tourism Management .
