جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Hege Merete Bjørnestøl Beckmannمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Education
• Adolescent Development
• Music and Health
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Hege Merete Bjørnestøl Beckmann is an Associate Professor at the Department of Classical Music and Music Education , University of Agder. Her work focuses on music’s role in youth development, health, and educational contexts, with particular emphasis on qualitative research methodologies. She investigates how adolescents use music as an existential resource, its integration in primary education, and cultural dimensions of music practices. Her research explores themes such as music’s impact on well-being, identity formation, and community practices. Publications span music education policy, health-promoting music resources, and interdisciplinary studies of human meaning-making. Beckmann’s work bridges musicology, education, and health sciences through qualitative narratives and cultural analysis. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. She has advised no listed students, though her research often involves collaborative projects with colleagues like Jorun Christensen and Anne Haugland Balsnes. Her affiliation with the Art and young people research group highlights her commitment to understanding art’s role in youth development. Office location: G3033, Universitetsveien 25, Kristiansand.

Christel Frickeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Moral Philosophy
• Kantian Ethics
• Adam Smith's Moral Theory
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Christel Fricke is a tenured Professor in the Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas at the University of Oslo. Her research focuses on moral philosophy, Kantian ethics, Adam Smith's moral theory, and the history of modern philosophy. She has published extensively on topics such as moral vulnerability, justice, forgiveness, and the intersection of aesthetics with ethical theory. Her work bridges philosophical traditions from the Enlightenment to contemporary debates on structural racism and legal duties. Notable contributions include analyses of Hume-Smith sentimentalism, Kant's moral universalism, and the ethical dimensions of restorative justice. Fricke's interdisciplinary approach integrates philosophical analysis with historical context, contributing to both theoretical and applied ethics. Her research interests prominently feature explorations of moral psychology, the foundations of ethics, and the application of classical philosophical frameworks to modern societal challenges. Recent publications emphasize Kantian perspectives on moral dignity, the role of interpersonal comparisons in moral learning, and the philosophical underpinnings of legal systems. Though no specific grants or advising roles are listed, her extensive publication record reflects active engagement in academic discourse through edited volumes and collaborative research projects.

Alexander Weißeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Condensed Matter Physics
• Mathematical Physics
• Integrable Systems
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Alexander Weiße is a tenured researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in Bonn, Germany, where he also serves as Head of IT. Previously, he was a junior professor for computational physics at the University of Greifswald (until 2009). He holds a PhD in physics from the University of Bayreuth (2002) and completed postdoctoral research at the Max Planck Institute for the Physics of Complex Systems, University of New South Wales (Sydney), and University of Greifswald. Research Interests : His work spans condensed matter physics, mathematical physics, and integrable systems. Recent focuses include spin systems (e.g., XXZ Heisenberg chain), disorder/randomness in quantum systems, and computational methods (e.g., Chebyshev expansion, kernel polynomial method). He also contributes to high-performance computing and programming tools (C, Form, Julia). Teaching & Leadership : He has taught courses on computational physics, group theory, numerical many-particle physics, and computer algebra. Notable collaborations involve the Bergische Universität Wuppertal group on spin model correlation functions. He co-edited the textbook Computational Many-Particle Physics (Springer, 2008). IT Responsibilities : As Head of IT, he manages IT infrastructure security and strategy, with interests in cybersecurity and computational resource optimization.

Frank Griffelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Islamic Intellectual History
• Medieval Philosophy
• Religious Tolerance
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Frank Griffel is Professor of the Study of Abrahamic Religions at Oxford University and Fellow of Lady Margaret Hall. He also holds the title of Louis M. Rabinowitz Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies at Yale University. His research focuses on Islamic intellectual history, conflicts between reason and faith in pre-modern Abrahamic traditions, and religious tolerance in medieval contexts. Affiliations: Oxford University (Department of Theology), Lady Margaret Hall (Fellow), Yale University (Emeritus) Research Interests: Medieval Islamic philosophy, Jewish-Christian-Muslim intellectual exchanges, al-Ghazālī and Avicenna studies, post-classical intellectual developments Griffel’s work bridges Islamic philosophy with comparative religious studies, examining themes like philosophical polemics, textual authenticity, and ethical discourse. His publications include monographs on post-classical philosophy and edited volumes on religious diversity. He is widely published in English and German, with works translated into Turkish and Arabic. His academic contributions span over two decades, including seminal articles on al-Suhrawardī, Maimonides, and Ibn Taymiyya. He has held visiting professorships and fellowships in Europe and the US, and his research integrates textual analysis with historical contextualization.

Riccardo Ginevraمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Historical Linguistics
• Comparative Indo-European Poetics
• Mythology and Religion
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Riccardo Ginevra is a Researcher ("Ricercatore") at the Katholische Universität Mailand, Department of Classical Philology, Papyrology, and Historical Linguistics since 2021. He holds a PhD in Historical-Comparative Linguistics from the Università per Stranieri di Siena (2018) and taught at the University of Cologne. His research focuses on Indo-European poetics, mythology, and historical linguistics, with a specialization in Old Norse, Vedic Sanskrit, and comparative studies. Affiliations: Marie Curie Post-Doc Fellow at the University of Copenhagen (2021–2024), CHS Research Fellow. Education: PhD (2018), MA (2014), BA (2012) in Classics and Linguistics from the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore di Milano. Riccardo’s research explores the intersections of historical linguistics, comparative mythology, and cognitive poetics. Key areas include Indo-European cosmology, the Homeric Hymn to Demeter’s pre-Greek roots, and the etymology of Norse and Vedic deities. His work integrates archaeological, linguistic, and literary evidence to reconstruct ancient narratives and conceptual systems. Publications highlight his expertise in mythological parallels between Norse Baldr, Vedic deities, and Indo-European motifs of cosmic order. Recent work includes studies on the Old Norse FrameNet and the cognitive basis of ancient metaphors. His book Odino Alfǫðr e il nome dei dvergar (2020) analyzes Norse mythology through an Indo-European lens. Awards: Marie Curie Post-Doc Fellowship (2021–2024), CHS Research Fellowship.

Jonathan M. Hallمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ancient Greek History
• Archaeology
• Historical Methodology
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Jonathan M. Hall is the Phyllis Fay Horton Distinguished Service Professor in the Humanities and Professor of History, Classics, and the College at the University of Chicago. He earned his PhD from the University of Cambridge in 1993. His research focuses on ancient Greek social, cultural, and political history, archaeology, historical methodology, and modern Greek history. He has authored influential books such as Ethnic Identity in Greek Antiquity (1997) and Hellenicity: Between Ethnicity and Culture (2002), which received major awards including the Charles J. Goodwin Award and Gordon J. Laing Award. Dr. Hall’s recent work includes Reclaiming the Past: Argos and its Archaeological Heritage in the Modern Era (2021) and co-editing The Connected Iron Age (2022). He explores interdisciplinary connections between archaeology and ancient history, emphasizing methodological rigor. Current projects involve studying Greek identity in the Iron Age and an archaeological history of Corfu. He has been recognized for teaching excellence with the Quantrell Award (2009). Education: PhD in Classics, University of Cambridge (1993) His research interests span ancient Greek ethnic identities, colonialism, state formation, and the interplay between modern and ancient historiography. Recent articles address topics like Argos’ archaeological heritage, federalism in antiquity, and the politics of classical mythology. Dr. Hall co-organized the 2022 conference The Connected Iron Age and appeared on the podcast Byzantium and Friends discussing his work on Argos. His contributions bridge classical studies with modern debates about cultural heritage and identity.

Steven Herbertمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Quantum Computing
• Quantum Algorithms
• Quantum Sensing
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Steven Herbert is an Affiliated Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Technology at the University of Cambridge, where he teaches the Part II Quantum Computing course. In addition to his academic role, he serves as Head of Quantum Algorithms at Cambridge Quantum and is a By-Fellow at Churchill College. His research focuses on quantum computing, quantum algorithms, and their applications in areas such as sensing, communications, and optimization. A central theme of his work involves developing and analyzing quantum algorithms for Monte Carlo integration, entanglement distribution, and network coding, with a particular emphasis on practical implementations on near-term quantum hardware. He has contributed to theoretical advancements regarding quantum-classical algorithm comparisons, noise-aware techniques, and reinforcement learning applications in quantum compilation. Herbert’s research also explores interdisciplinary applications of quantum computing, including data-centric engineering and scientific computing. He actively investigates the intersection of quantum technologies with machine learning, particularly in generative adversarial networks (GANs), and has pioneered methods to optimize quantum circuit design and resource utilization. His work often bridges foundational theory with practical hardware constraints, addressing challenges such as qubit routing, error mitigation, and algorithmic efficiency in restricted quantum architectures. Through his affiliation with Cambridge Quantum, he collaborates on real-world quantum computing projects, emphasizing the translation of theoretical insights into tangible applications. His contributions span academic publications, industry partnerships, and educational initiatives aimed at advancing quantum literacy and innovation.

• single-molecule biophysics
• intrinsically-disordered proteins
• GPCRs
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Claudiu Gradinaru is an Interim Chair and Professor in the Department of Chemical and Physical Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga, part of the Faculty of Arts & Science. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from VU University Amsterdam and has conducted postdoctoral research at Leiden University and Sandia National Laboratories. His research focuses on single-molecule biophysics, intrinsically disordered proteins (IDPs), and G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), leveraging advanced microscopy and computational techniques. Education: B.Sc. in Physics (University of Bucharest, 1995), Ph.D. in Physics (VU University Amsterdam, 2001). Roles: Interim Chair, Principal Investigator of the Gradinaru Biophysics Lab, and educator in molecular biophysics, optics, and classical mechanics. Research Interests: His lab employs ultrasensitive optical techniques (e.g., single-molecule fluorescence spectroscopy) to study conformational dynamics of IDPs and GPCRs in live cells. Key areas include: Structural ensembles of IDPs using NMR, SAXS, and smFRET. GPCR oligomerization and signaling dynamics. Development of computational methods for ensemble modeling. Advising: Gradinaru mentors numerous graduate and undergraduate students, including PhD candidates Xiaohan Zhou (GPCR dynamics) and Maria Shemeteva (GPCR signaling), and MSc students Aiyan Brown (smFRET analysis) and Xinge Liu (IDP complexes). His lab has produced over 40 publications since 2001, with recent work featured in Biophysical Journal , Journal of the American Chemical Society , and Nucleic Acids Research . Labs & Instruments: The Gradinaru Lab houses custom-built microscopes for multiparameter single-molecule fluorescence, fluorescence correlation spectroscopy, and TIRF microscopy. Collaborations span institutions in Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and Australia.

Aneurin Ellis-Evansمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Ancient Greek History
• Numismatics
• Epigraphy
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Aneurin Ellis-Evans is an Associate Professor in Ancient History and the George Cawkwell Tutorial Fellow in Ancient History at University College, Oxford. He holds a DPhil from New College, Oxford, and previously served as a Junior Research Fellow in Classics at The Queen’s College (2013-2016). His academic journey includes a BA in Ancient and Modern History (2005-2008), an MPhil in Greek and Roman History at Balliol College (2008-2010), and a DPhil focused on regional integration in Lesbos and the Troad. His research spans Greek history from 800 BC to AD 300, with a particular emphasis on historical geography, numismatics, and the interplay between literature and politics in ancient city-states. Notable projects include analyzing coinages of the north-east Aegean and a social/cultural history of Hellenistic literary production. He teaches Greek and Roman history papers across Oxford colleges, convening the final-year paper on Sexuality and Gender in Greece and Rome . Collaborations include co-authored works with Jonathan Kagan and Ute Wartenberg on numismatic studies in Asia Minor. His research integrates archaeological evidence, epigraphic documents, and literary sources to explore regional dynamics and imperial influences in the ancient world.

Kenneth Lamplمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Scoring
• Orchestral Composition
• Music Arrangement
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Prof Kenneth Lampl serves as Film and Video Games Composition Convenor at the Australian National University's School of Music. He holds a D.M.A. from The Juilliard School and has received over 30 prestigious awards including the Prix Ravel, Joseph H. Bearns Prize, and multiple ASCAP honors. His expertise spans film scoring for major studios like Netflix, Sony, and Lionsgate, with notable works including Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back, 2067, and the Foreigner symphony collaboration. Lampl also conducts orchestras and has arranged music for Evanescence and Radiohead. Education: D.M.A. (Juilliard School), M.A. (Rutgers University), Diploma (Fontainebleau Conservatory). Research focuses on feature film scoring, animation, and video game music with over 100 film credits including recent projects like The Furies (2019) and Sissy (2022). His 2023 book Film Music: The Basics provides foundational analysis of cinematic sound design. Key awards include the ASCAP Raymond Hubble Fellowship, Gretchanov Memorial Prize, and multiple state arts fellowships. His work has been performed by orchestras including Tanglewood Festival and Delaware Symphony. Lampl's compositional style blends modern orchestration with innovative digital techniques, evident in his Billboard-topping Foreigner collaboration. Current projects include scoring four 2025 films: Pray for Dawn , Resonance , Autisto , and Break a Leg . He maintains active roles in ANU's compositional pedagogy and industry partnerships.

Erik Curielمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Philosophy of Physics
• General Relativity
• Quantum Field Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Erik Curiel is an Assistant Professor at the Munich Center for Mathematical Philosophy (MCMP) at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. He is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Black Hole Initiative at Harvard University and an Erasmus Fellow at the University of Florence's Dipartimento di Lettere e Filosofia. His academic journey includes degrees from Harvard University (A.B.) and the University of Chicago (Ph.D.), with interdisciplinary training in physics and philosophy. Curiel's work straddles philosophy of physics, general relativity, quantum field theory, and the philosophy of science, with a focus on black holes, spacetime structure, and scientific methodology. **Education**: A.B. (Honors), Harvard University (Physics and Philosophy) Ph.D., University of Chicago (Philosophy, with extensive coursework in physics) **Research Interests**: Curiel explores the intersection of physics and philosophy, including general relativity, black hole thermodynamics, and the semantics of scientific theories. He critiques the semantic view of theories and emphasizes pragmatism in epistemology. His work spans ancient Greek philosophy, the history of analytic philosophy, and classical mechanics' mathematical foundations. **Awards & Fellowships**: While no specific prizes are listed, his roles as a Senior Research Fellow at Harvard and Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory highlight his scholarly contributions. His research has been supported by institutions like the Erasmus Programme. **Grants & Advising**: Not explicitly detailed, but his academic positions suggest involvement in funded research and mentorship. He collaborates with institutions globally, reflecting his interdisciplinary and international engagement. **Labs & Teams**: Affiliated with MCMP, Harvard's Black Hole Initiative, and the University of Florence's philosophy department, fostering collaborative research in foundational physics and philosophy.

Gary J. Scottمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Sector Economics
• Labor & Job Training
• Education Economics
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Dr. Gary J. Scott is a Professor and Chair of the Economics department at Belmont Abbey College. He holds a B.A. and M.A. from Bowling Green State University and a Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame. His expertise spans Public Sector Economics, Labor & Job Training, Education Economics, and the History of Economics. He teaches courses such as Quantitative Analysis and Public Finance, emphasizing the intersection of economics with societal values and ethical frameworks. Education: B.A., Bowling Green State University M.A., Bowling Green State University Ph.D., University of Notre Dame Dr. Scott’s research integrates moral and philosophical dimensions into economic analysis, particularly exploring the ethical foundations of economic policy and the role of education in societal development. His work often addresses questions about economic equity, the purpose of education, and the application of classical economic thought to modern challenges. Notable contributions include studies on the moral School of Economics influenced by Pope Benedict XVI and analyses of educational equity through historical and contemporary lenses. His publications reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue, blending economic theory with historical context and ethical considerations. He has contributed to journals such as the Journal of Education & Social Policy and the Catholic Social Science Review , while also engaging with public audiences through media interviews and community events. Dr. Scott’s advising and grants are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, though his administrative role as Chair suggests significant institutional leadership. He is affiliated with Belmont Abbey College’s academic community and contributes to its mission of integrating liberal arts with professional education.

Monica Calabrittoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Culture
• History of Medicine
• Early Modern Body Studies
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Monica Calabritto is a Professor of Italian and Comparative Literature at Hunter College and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York (CUNY), serving as Chair of the Romance Languages Department at Hunter College. Her research focuses on Early Modern culture, with expertise in History of Medicine, Early Modern Body studies, Classics, Criminal Justice History, and Emblem studies. She has authored and edited books such as Murder and Madness on Trial (2023) and co-edited Emblems of Death in the Early Modern Period (2014). Her work explores intersections between legal, medical, and literary discourses in Renaissance Italy. Key research areas include the diagnosis of madness in early modern legal contexts, the role of chronicles in shaping social memory, and emblem literature's cultural significance. She has published extensively on figures like Torquato Tasso and Girolamo Mercuriale, analyzing medical practices and their societal impacts. Her pedagogical approach integrates literature, art, and emotional expression in language education. Monica has contributed to academic conferences, invited talks, and interdisciplinary collaborations, emphasizing the interplay between emotion, law, and medicine in historical narratives. Her scholarship bridges micro-historical analyses of individual cases with broader macro-historical themes, offering insights into early modern societal structures and intellectual traditions.

Mary Mihovilovicمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Educational Leadership
• Catholic Education Policy
• Religious Education in Schools
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Roles and Affiliations Dr. Mary Mihovilovic is an Associate Professor and Subject Lead for Postgraduate Taught Programmes in Education at St Mary's University. She oversees MA Education pathways (e.g., Leading Innovation and Change, Religious Education), MA Catholic School Leadership, and related postgraduate certificates. She also serves as a Foundation Director of a diocesan Multi-Academy Trust and holds governance roles in Catholic educational institutions. Education Background Bachelor of Humanities (Hons) in Religious Studies and Classical Studies PGCE in Secondary Religious Education Master’s in Educational Leadership and Christian Spirituality Doctorate in Education (EdD) Research Focus Mary’s work centers on Catholic education systems, leadership dynamics, and teacher experiences. Key themes include: Catholic Multi-Academy Trust governance and leadership Non-Catholic teachers in Catholic schools Women’s roles in the Catholic Church and education Church-state tensions in secular schooling Key Projects Recent research includes: Catholic MAT CEOs’ perspectives (funded by Holy Cross Sisters) School Leaders’ and Catholic Life Leads’ experiences in MATs Foundation Directors’ roles in MAT governance Recognition Mary holds a Senior Fellowship from the Higher Education Academy and has contributed to national and international conferences on Catholic education. Her publications explore teacher identity, institutional policy, and synodal Church reform.

Jordan Horowitzمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theoretical Biological Physics
• Theoretical Complex Systems
• Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
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Jordan Horowitz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He is affiliated with the Horowitz Lab and the Randall Laboratory of Physics, focusing on theoretical nonequilibrium thermodynamics and its applications to biological and complex systems. His work addresses the fundamental principles governing energy, information, and thermodynamic design in living organisms. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, University of Maryland, 2010 B.A. in Physics, Columbia University, 2005 Research Interests: Nonequilibrium thermodynamics in biological systems Statistical mechanics of complex systems Stochastic thermodynamics and fluctuation theorems Thermodynamic uncertainty relations His research seeks to uncover universal trade-offs between energy, function, and information in far-from-equilibrium systems like cells and biochemical networks. Key Contributions: Developed frameworks for understanding thermodynamic constraints in biochemical systems Pioneered studies on fluctuation-response relations and nonequilibrium bounds Awards & Grants: Inaugural Irwin Oppenheim Award NSF CAREER Award (2022) Labs & Affiliations: Horowitz Lab (University of Michigan) Randall Laboratory of Physics Homer A. Neal Lab His work integrates theoretical tools from statistical mechanics with numerical modeling to address interdisciplinary challenges in biophysics and condensed matter physics.