جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Eugene Sadler-Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Hubris in Leadership
• Intuition in Decision Making
• Organizational Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eugene Sadler-Smith is a Professor of Organizational Behaviour at Surrey Business School, University of Surrey, and a Visiting Lecturer at ISM. His research focuses on hubris in leadership and intuition in decision-making. He has authored influential books such as The Intuitive Mind (2010), Hubristic Leadership (2019), and Human Resource Development: From Theory into Practice (2022). He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD), Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), and Academy of Social Sciences (FAcSS). Research Interests: Hubris in Leadership: Analyzing destructive leadership behaviors and early warning signals, particularly in CEO contexts. Intuition in Decision Making: Exploring intuition’s role in managerial judgment, HR practices, and organizational learning. Linguistic Analysis: Using computational methods to identify markers of hubris and intuition in language. Key Publications: Recent works include studies on linguistic predictors of hubris, hybrid intelligence models for decision-making, and the ethical implications of hubris in climate change governance. His research has been featured in Leadership , British Journal of Management , and Journal of Business Ethics . Awards and Recognition: Sadler-Smith’s contributions to organizational behavior have earned him prestigious fellowships and media attention in outlets like BBC Radio, Sky TV, and Forbes . He leads The Hubris Project , collaborating with governments and organizations to mitigate leadership risks. Advising and Grants: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, his leadership projects and publications reflect extensive collaboration across public and private sectors. Labs/Teams: Directs 'The Hubris Project' at Surrey Business School, focusing on interdisciplinary research into leadership hazards and mitigation strategies.

• Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
• Imposter Syndrome
• Transnational Education
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Megan Lawton is a leading figure in academic practice and inclusive education at the University of Wolverhampton, where she serves as Professor of Learning and Teaching in Academic Practice within the Directorate of Students and Education and the Directorate of Academic Development and Success. A National Teaching Fellow and Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, she has significantly advanced staff development, neurodiversity, and inclusive pedagogy in higher education. Doctorate in Professional Studies (Learning and Teaching), Middlesex University MBA, Wolverhampton Polytechnic PGCE in Further Education, Wolverhampton Polytechnic BA in Visual Communication Studies, West Midlands Institute of Higher Education Her research centers on imposter syndrome, neurodiversity, flipped learning, transnational education, and visual research methodologies . She advocates for inclusive practices, drawing from personal experience with dyslexia, and has published extensively on staff development and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND). Her work emphasizes empowering marginalized learners and rethinking traditional pedagogical models. The recent publications reflect a strong trend toward inclusive, reflective, and globally aware academic practices , with a focus on mental wellbeing, equitable teaching strategies, and the internationalization of curricula. Her research integrates personal insight with systemic innovation, particularly in supporting Deaf students and neurodiverse academics. Her scientific awards include: National Teaching Fellow (NTF), 2017 Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (PFHEA), 2017 Senior Fellow of the HEA (SFHEA), 2014 Regional Winner, Cosmopolitan Achievement Awards for Women, 1992 National Award for Widening Access to HE, 1992 Megan Lawton has led impactful initiatives, including the Development and design of an IPS education framework and career pathway (2020–2021) . She has advised on academic development nationally and internationally, serving as an external reviewer for Hong Kong Baptist University and the University of Ulster. Her leadership extends to mentoring and coaching, supported by her ILM Level 5 certification. She founded the Visual Language Centre (VLC) at the University of Wolverhampton in 1991, a pioneering initiative that advanced British Sign Language in higher education and created the first BA (Hons) BSL/English program in Europe. The VLC remains a landmark in inclusive academic innovation.

Sarah Bownمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• British Sign Language / English Interpreting
• Interpreter Education and Training Pedagogy
• Critical Reflective Practice
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Bown is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Social, Historical and Political Studies at the University of Wolverhampton, where she leads the professionally accredited MA and BA (Hons) British Sign Language/English Interpreting programmes. She has over 30 years of experience in interpreter education, professional practice, and service development, and has played a key role in advancing national and international standards in interpreter training. Research Interests: British Sign Language / English Interpreting Pedagogy Critical and Reflective Practice in Interpreter Education Sight Translation and Cognitive Processes Work-Based and Placement Learning Deaf Access to Healthcare, particularly around menopause and sexual health Employability and Transferable Skills for Interpreting Students Interpreter-Mediated Job Interviews and Employment Equity Publication Trends: Her recent scholarly output focuses on deaf women's health, interpreter influence in job interviews, reflective practice, and curriculum innovation. Her work bridges academic research and practical application, with strong emphasis on equity, access, and professional development across national and European contexts. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Vice Chancellor's Award for ‘Teacher of the Year’ Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Academic Associate of the Higher Education Academy Professional Leadership and Advising: Sarah Bown has supervised numerous placement modules and founded the International Research Interpreting Seminars (IRIS). She has advised on national standards through NRCPD and contributed to European guidelines on interpreter education. She has led curriculum development, secured professional accreditation, and fostered partnerships with NHS, Social Services, and Deaf organizations to enhance student opportunities and service quality. Professional Affiliations and Leadership: She is a Registered Sign Language Interpreter (RSLI), Professional Standards Advisor, and Supervisor with NRCPD; a full member of ASLI; a Senior Fellow and Academic Associate of the HEA; and a member of the EFSLI Committee of Experts. She chairs the University's Interpreting & Deaf Studies Subject Advisory Board and serves on the ASLI editorial board.

• Clinical Psychology
• Deafness
• Cognition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Joanna Atkinson is an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the Division of Psychology & Language Sciences at University College London (UCL), specializing in deafness, cognition, language, and clinical psychology. She is also an Honorary Clinical Psychologist at the National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery, UCL Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, working at the Dementia Research Centre. Her educational background includes: Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Bristol (2005) Master of Science from the University of Bristol (1998) Bachelor of Science from the University of Bristol (1997) Post Doctoral Qualification from the Institute of Psychiatry (2008) Dr. Atkinson's research focuses on the intersection of deafness, cognition, and language, examining how language experience impacts cognitive development in deaf individuals with particular attention to British Sign Language users. She has developed specialized neuropsychological assessments for deaf populations, including tools for detecting cognitive impairment and dementia in BSL users. Her work bridges clinical psychology, cognitive neuroscience, linguistics, and education, with applications in healthcare services for deaf individuals with neurological conditions. Her recent publications demonstrate expertise in developing cognitive and language assessments for deaf sign language users, studying language disorders in deaf children, and creating appropriate dementia services. Dr. Atkinson has received several professional recognitions: Best Keynote Speaker European Congress on Mental Health and Deafness Best Poster Presentation Neurocom, Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience Commendation for Best Poster Presentation World Congress on Mental Health and Deafness Ede Ravenscroft Award for Academic Excellence University of Bristol She has been actively involved in public engagement, including launching online portal tests for clinical assessment of cognitive decline in deaf BSL users and participating in events like 'Whisperings Within' hosted by Claudia Hammond of BBC Radio 4. Dr. Atkinson has contributed to policy development through her work with Action on Hearing Loss and the NHS Highly Specialist Commissioning Group for Mental Health and Deafness.

Rosamund Oatesمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Early Modern History
• Disability History
• Deafness History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Rosamund Oates is a Reader at Manchester Metropolitan University, specializing in Early Modern and Disability History. She leads the 'Cultures of Disability' research cluster and advises over 70 PhD students in History, Politics, and Philosophy. Her work bridges academia and public engagement, collaborating with museums and heritage organizations to promote inclusive disability narratives. She holds a PhD from the University of York and MA/BA from the University of Oxford, and is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society with Level 3 British Sign Language qualification. Her research focuses on deafness in Early Modern England, Reformation history, and book cultures. Notable works include Deafness in Early Modern England (forthcoming 2026, CUP) and edited volumes like Communities of Print (2021). Education: PhD, University of York MA/BA (Hons), University of Oxford Research Interests: Early Modern England, disability history, book history, Reformation studies, and cultural heritage. Awards: British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship, Leverhulme Research Fellowship, Canterbury Erskine Fellowship. Her projects include co-curating exhibitions at the John Rylands Library and National Trust sites, and public initiatives like the BSL Poetry and Heritage event. She advises on inclusive disability history for institutions like the Royal Armouries and Manchester City Council. Teaching emphasizes early modern Europe, disability history, and paleography. She supervises doctoral research in disability studies, Reformation history, and Tudor/Stuart politics.

• Phonetics
• Speech Perception
• Speech Production
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Bryan Gick is a Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Arts, where he directs the UBC Integrated Speech Research Laboratory (ISRL) and co-directs UBC Language Sciences. He holds additional affiliations as a Senior Researcher at Haskins Laboratories in New Haven, CT, and as an Associate Member of the UBC Department of Psychology and UBC School of Audiology & Speech Sciences. His educational background includes a Ph.D. (1999), M.Phil. (1997), and M.A. (1995) from Yale University, and a B.A. (1992) from the University of Pennsylvania. Gick's research centers on understanding how the human body functions as a communication device, focusing on physical mechanisms of movement control and sensation in speech production, perception, and phonetics. His work spans normal and disordered speech, children's speech development, signed languages, singing, and emotional expression. He has pioneered techniques for applying ultrasound imaging to speech research and developed protocols for studying haptic and multimodal perception of speech. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on tongue bracing phenomena, speech biomechanics, neurological bases of speech production, and applications to clinical conditions including Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's. His research increasingly incorporates cross-disciplinary approaches from neuroscience, biomechanics, and computer modeling. His significant scientific recognition includes: John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellow Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (FRSC) Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Gick leads multiple research initiatives including the UBC Integrated Speech Research Laboratory and contributes to the ArtiSynth project for biomechanical simulation of speech. His work connects theoretical linguistics with practical applications in speech pathology, language learning, and human-computer interaction.

Melanie Drakeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Voice Studies
• Theatre Education
• Performance Training
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Melanie Drake is a Lecturer specializing in Voice Studies and Theatre Education at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. She holds an MA in Voice Studies from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Authority. Her work focuses on inclusive performance practices, particularly with D/deaf actors and British Sign Language integration. Education: MA (Royal Central School), PGCE (Moray House Institute), actor training at Queen Margaret College Research interests include voice pedagogy for diverse performers, interdisciplinary performance methods, and cultural engagement with deaf communities. Her 2019 article in Theatre, Dance, Performance Training Journal explores BSL integration in actor training. She has collaborated internationally, presenting at venues like the Scottish Parliament and Glasgow Film Theatre. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Authority Drake has advised on productions across multiple institutions and trained clients ranging from Paralympic athletes to legal professionals. She co-developed Nadine George Voice Work for the Royal Conservatoire’s BA Performance Course.

• Utopian Literature
• Travel Literature
• Literary Semiotics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Prof. Artur Blaim is a distinguished Polish academic specializing in utopian and travel literature, currently serving as a Professor of English Literature at the Department of Translation Studies , Faculty of Philology , University of Gdańsk. A member of the Academia Europaea, his career spans over four decades with significant leadership roles including Director of the Institute of English Studies (1980-1981, 1991-2000) and Head of the Department of English Literature (1993-2013) at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University. Full professor since 1997 Co-founder of the Gdańsk-Lublin School of Literary Studies (1993) Established Utopia Study Group (2008) His research explores utopian dynamics across media, with particular focus on early modern fiction , cultural semiotics , and adaptation processes . Publications include foundational works like Early English Utopian Fiction (1984) and Robinson Crusoe and His Doubles (2016). Current research investigates world utopian canon translation (2021-2026) and semiosphere theory applications. Recent publications examine anti-utopian discourse , posthumanist themes , and island laboratory metaphors . His 2023 Sign Systems Studies article develops semiotic border-crossing models, while 2022 Palgrave Handbook contribution redefines dystopian frameworks. Awarded: Jan Heweliusz Academic Award (2024) Kosciuszko Foundation Fellowships (2006, 1998-1999) British Council Scholarship (1983-84) As an educator, he has mentored numerous scholars including Ludmiła Gruszewska-Blaim and Justyna Galant , shaping generations of Polish literary researchers. Currently leads the Research Team on the Translation of Early Literature at University of Gdańsk.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Sound Design
• Embodied Music Interaction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Balandino Di Donato is a Lecturer in interactive audio at Edinburgh Napier University's School of Computing Engineering and the Built Environment. His research focuses on soundscapes in mountaineering environments and embodied human-computer interaction in music. He led AHRC-funded projects on Sound Design Pipeline for Cross-platform 360 Virtual Productions BSL in Embodied Music Interaction and chaired the Audio Mostly 2023 conference. Education includes a 2021 PhD from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (Birmingham City University) in Designing Embodied Human-Computer Interactions in Music Performance . Prior academic roles featured collaborations with Goldsmiths (ERC BioMusic project), De Montfort University (Creative AI Dataset), and University of Leicester (INCITE project). Research spans Mountain soundscape analysis Accessible audio-visual-haptic systems Biosignal-driven musical instruments 360 audio design British Sign Language integration Interactive sound art installations Scientific achievements include Biennale awards (2018, 2019) Audio Mostly steering committee Conference chair and session roles EPSRC and AHRC grant reviewer

• Sign Linguistics
• Deaf Studies
• Sociolinguistics
• +۲ مورد دیگر

JunHui Yang serves as a Senior Lecturer within the School of Psychology and Humanities, specifically affiliated with the BSL & Deaf Studies Team. Her teaching portfolio includes core courses in Sign Linguistics, Deaf People in Society, Sign and Society, and British Sign Language, alongside supervision of postgraduate research projects focused on sign languages and international Deaf cultural studies. Her research expertise centers on the sociocultural dimensions of Deaf communities, with particular emphasis on Sign Linguistics, Deaf Studies, and the intersection of sign languages with societal structures. This work has established her international reputation through extensive conference presentations and collaborative projects across the UK and abroad, reflecting deep engagement with both theoretical and community-oriented aspects of Deaf culture. Dr Yang has secured significant funding for multiple Erasmus+ initiatives and organized student exchange programs, demonstrating sustained success in international academic collaboration. As an active member of the BSL & Deaf Studies Team, she drives research that bridges linguistic analysis with real-world applications in Deaf education and cultural advocacy.

Audrey Cameronمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Science Education
• British Sign Language (BSL) Development
• Deaf Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Audrey Cameron is a Chancellor's Fellow in Science Education and British Sign Language (BSL) at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport, within the Institute for Education, Teaching and Leadership (IETL). She holds a PhD in polymer chemistry and has transitioned into education, completing a PGCE in Chemistry with Science. Her roles include teaching on PGDE and MSc Inclusive Education programs and managing the Scottish Sensory Centre's BSL Glossary project, which has developed over 3,000 STEM signs in BSL. She chairs the University's BSL Plan working group and advocates for deaf inclusion in education and employment. Her research focuses on BSL in STEM education, accessibility for deaf learners, child protection for deaf and disabled children, and polymer chemistry. Notable projects include the DESIGNS initiative promoting deaf employment in Europe and the JUSTISIGNS project addressing gender-based violence among deaf women. She has secured grants like the RSE Chemistry Inclusion Fund and Royal Academy of Engineering awards. Audrey has presented globally, including at the World Federation of the Deaf and European conferences, emphasizing BSL's role in scientific communication. Awards include an OBE for services to deaf education and the P D Ritchie Prize for her PhD thesis. She is a Chartered Chemist and Honorary Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. Her teaching spans secondary and higher education, with a focus on inclusive practices. Supervision interests include science education for deaf learners and BSL terminology development. Current projects include 'Accessible Zebra Crossings' and 'Signing to Know,' enhancing STEM accessibility through sign language.

Caroline L. Riegerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Applied Linguistics
• Cultural Studies
• Intercultural Communication
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Caroline L. Rieger is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia’s Department of Central, Eastern, and Northern European Studies, within the Faculty of Arts. Her expertise lies in applied linguistics, cultural studies, and intercultural communication. She holds an M.A. from the Universität Essen (1992) and a PhD from the University of Alberta (2000). Rieger’s research focuses on language in use, particularly pragmatics, sociolinguistics, and language pedagogy, with notable contributions to intercultural competence and politeness studies. Her teaching spans German language courses (all levels), applied linguistics, and graduate seminars on second language acquisition. Rieger emphasizes constructivist learning, fostering curiosity and critical thinking in students. She has authored over 30 publications, including works on translation pedagogy, discourse analysis, and sign language perceptions in medical education. Current research projects include politeness studies, translation, and political discourse analysis. She has presented at international conferences such as the International Pragmatics Conference and the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German. Her work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications in language education and cross-cultural communication.

Gemma Kingمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Contemporary Screen Studies
• French and Francophone Film
• Sign Language and Disability Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Gemma King is a Senior Lecturer in French Studies and ARC DECRA Fellow in Screen Studies at the Australian National University, affiliated with the School of Literature, Languages & Linguistics. Her research spans contemporary screen and museum studies, with a focus on francophone and multilingual film, sign language representation, and disability on screen. She leads the ARC-funded project ‘Sign on Screen’ (2023–2026), exploring sign language in global cinema through Deaf-hearing collaboration. She holds a PhD from a cotutelle between the University of Melbourne and Université Sorbonne Nouvelle-Paris 3, and a Diploma in Auslan from Deaf Connect. Her key publications include Decentring France: Multilingualism and Power in Contemporary French Cinema (2017) and Jacques Audiard (2021). Her research interests include transnational cinema, multilingualism, Deaf studies, postcolonial representation, and language and power. Her recent articles reflect a strong trend in disability and screen studies, particularly the politics of sign language in film, Deaf empowerment, and the critique of linguistic hierarchies in Hollywood. She also publishes on French film, border narratives, and museum memory. Gemma King has received the ARC DECRA award and seven teaching awards. She is President of the Australian Society for French Studies and Editor of the Australian Journal of French Studies . She supervises multiple PhD and MPhil students on topics related to disability, film, and French cultural studies. She is actively involved in research leadership, serving on editorial boards for Contemporary French Civilization , New Directions in Francophone Studies , and French and Francophone Filmmakers . She also contributes to public scholarship through The Conversation and media engagement.

Nigel Howardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• American Sign Language
• Deaf Culture
• Signed Languages
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nigel Howard is an Adjunct Professor in the Linguistics Department at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and a member of the Language Sciences program. He gained public recognition for his expressive American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation during British Columbia's provincial health officer Bonnie Henry's COVID-19 briefings, which led to a devoted following, including a Facebook fan club. His ASL 100 and 101 courses at UBC focus on foundational grammar, vocabulary, and the cultural context of ASL, emphasizing its role in fostering inclusivity and understanding of the Deaf community. Teaches ASL credit courses at UBC Featured interpreter in provincial health briefings Advocates for Deaf culture and language accessibility Howard highlights the cognitive benefits of ASL for Deaf children and aging populations, challenging misconceptions that frame Deafness as a medical condition rather than a cultural identity. His work addresses systemic gaps in classroom accommodations and interpreter visibility in media.

Mirta Roncagalliمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Spanish Political Essays
• Contemporary Spanish Literature
• Italian Contemporary Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mirta Roncagalli is a PhD candidate in Hispanic Studies and a Sessional Lecturer of Spanish and Italian at the University of British Columbia (UBC). She is affiliated with the Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies within the Faculty of Arts. Her research focuses on the intersection of politics and ethics in 21st-century Spanish essays, employing a posthumanist framework to critique neoliberal systems and explore democratic regeneration. Education: BA and MA from Ca' Foscari University of Venice (Italy), MA from University of Huelva (Spain), with additional study/research at the University of Bristol (UK), University of Zaragoza (Spain), and Georgia State University (USA). Her research interests include Spanish and Italian contemporary literature, political essays, migration studies (particularly Italian migration to Argentina), moral philosophy, and representations of time and space. She also investigates figures of speech in sign languages. Publications include a 2023 article in Forum Italicum and contributions to the Bridge to Argentina digital humanities project. She is supervised by Dr. María Soledad Fernández Utrera in her doctoral research.