جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Yiannos Katsouridesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• South European Politics
• Radical Left Political Parties
• Far Right Political Parties
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Yiannos Katsourides is Associate Professor at the University of Nicosia, School of Law within the Department of Politics and Governance. He holds a PhD in Social and Political Sciences from the University of Cyprus and maintains an active research profile with 51 publications spanning 2012-2025. His academic career includes previous positions as Director of the Prometheus Research Institute and adjunct lecturer at the University of Cyprus Department of Social and Political Sciences. His research interests focus on South European politics , radical left and far right political parties , political participation , political institutions , Cyprus and Greek politics and history , colonialism , and nationalism . His scholarly contributions include three major monographs examining Cypriot communist movements, radical left governance, and Greek Cypriot nationalism during British colonialism. Katsourides' publication record shows consistent output with recent works analyzing intra-party leadership contests (2024), perspectives on the Cypriot Antifa movement (2024), and radical left political communication across sixteen European countries (2025). His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between political science, history, and sociology with particular emphasis on Cypriot political development and European radical politics. His academic background includes a Master's in Business Administration from Cardiff University and Bachelor's in Public and Business Administration from the University of Cyprus. He has held visiting fellowships at the Hellenic Observatory of the LSE, Institute of Commonwealth Studies at the University of London (2010-2015), and the British School at Athens. His scholarly impact is reflected in a Scopus h-index of 9 with 286 citations. His work appears in leading journals including Party Politics , Government and Opposition , West European Politics , and the Journal of European Integration . Current research activities include examining political mobilization in colonial Cyprus (2025) and intra-party struggles within the Cypriot left (2024).

Masih Eghdamiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Atmospheric Science
• Wildfire Modeling
• Boundary Layer Meteorology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Masih Eghdami is a Doctor of Philosophy and active research scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado, where he contributes to atmospheric science research with a focus on wildfire behavior modeling and boundary layer processes. He is affiliated with Ana Barros's Lab and maintains strong collaborative ties with Duke University researchers. His research interests span atmospheric dynamics, wildfire spread modeling, and climate-environment interactions. Eghdami specializes in developing and implementing advanced numerical models to study fire-atmosphere coupling, particularly using the Community Fire Behavior Model and WRF-Fire framework. His work addresses critical challenges in predicting wildfire behavior in wildland-urban interfaces and understanding orographic precipitation patterns in complex terrain like the Tropical Andes. Analysis of his publication record reveals a strong trajectory in fire-atmosphere modeling, with increasing focus on practical applications for wildfire management. His recent work (2023-2025) emphasizes real-world case studies like the 2021 Marshall Fire, while maintaining theoretical foundations in boundary layer physics and scaling behavior of atmospheric variables. The research spans both fundamental atmospheric science and applied fire management contexts. Eghdami has established productive collaborations across multiple institutions, with co-authors from NCAR, Duke University, and other atmospheric research centers. His work demonstrates integration of field observations with high-resolution numerical modeling, particularly for complex terrain applications.

Seth R. Garbarskyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Justice
• Prosecution
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Seth R. Garbarsky is a Visiting Clinical Lecturer in Law at Yale Law School, Yale University. He has been a prosecutor for the Judicial District of New Haven since 2002, representing the State of Connecticut in criminal felony prosecutions. He has tried over 40 felony criminal jury cases and 10 murder trials to verdict. Garbarsky also supervises the New Haven Cold Case Unit, dedicated to resolving unsolved homicide cases. In 2018, he received the Oliver Ellsworth Prosecutor of the Year Award. Education: J.D., Western New England University, 2001 B.A., Syracuse University, 1998 His professional focus centers on criminal law, prosecution strategies, and forensic investigations. Garbarsky teaches the Prosecution Externship course at Yale Law School and actively contributes to legal education through clinical instruction. His career achievements highlight expertise in high-stakes criminal litigation and cold case resolution, with a commitment to justice through rigorous prosecution and innovative investigative methods.

Mark Shriverمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetics
• Human Evolution
• Population Genetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mark Shriver is a Professor of Anthropology at The Pennsylvania State University, located in University Park, PA. His research focuses on recent human evolution, particularly traits influenced by genetic variation across populations. He leads the Anthropometrics Lab, exploring phenotypes like skin pigmentation, facial morphology, and disease risks (e.g., preterm birth, type-2 diabetes). His work employs advanced techniques such as admixture mapping and 3D facial imaging, including collaborations with law enforcement for forensic applications (e.g., solving high-profile criminal cases). Shriver also innovates in science communication, creating educational video series like 'AnthroVision' and teaching courses on video-based scientific outreach. He holds a B.S. in Biology from SUNY Stony Brook (1987) and a Ph.D. in Genetics from UT Health Science Center Houston (1993). His research spans global populations, with fieldwork in Brazil, Mexico, and Europe. He teaches courses on physical anthropology, molecular anthropology, and forensic anthropology. Shriver’s contributions include over 100 publications, emphasizing genetics of human variation and evolutionary adaptation.

Brian Whitmoreمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Russian Politics
• Russian Foreign Policy
• Ukrainian Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brian Whitmore is an Assistant Professor of Practice at The University of Texas at Arlington’s McDowell Center for Global Studies and a Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center. His expertise spans Russian and post-Soviet politics, foreign policy, and security. Whitmore previously served as a Senior Russia Analyst for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (2007–2018) and worked as a foreign correspondent for The Boston Globe . He holds an MA in Political Science from Villanova University (1987) and a BA in Politics from Saint Joseph’s University (1986). His research focuses on Russian authoritarianism, Ukraine’s resilience in the face of Russian aggression, and transatlantic security dynamics. Whitmore is the founder of The Power Vertical Blog and host of its podcast, analyzing Russian affairs. He frequently testifies before U.S. government bodies, including the Helsinki Commission, and advises NATO and European institutions. Whitmore’s recent articles explore themes like Russia’s geopolitical alliances, cyber warfare strategies, and the human cost of the Ukraine conflict. His teaching at UTA includes courses on Russian foreign policy, post-Soviet political systems, and Ukrainian history. He actively engages with media, appearing on CNN, BBC, and NPR to contextualize Eurasian developments.

Robert Beckمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Relations
• International Law
• Foreign Policy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Beck is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His research focuses on international relations, international law, and foreign policy, with a particular emphasis on legal frameworks for conflict, state sovereignty, and pedagogical innovation. He previously served as Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer at UW-Milwaukee. Education: Beck holds a PhD from Georgetown University and a BA (Honors) from Marquette University. His courses include Global 101 (People and Politics) and PolSci 316 (International Law). Research highlights include analyses of the Grenada Invasion’s legal implications, the role of international law in ethnic conflicts, and blended online teaching methodologies. He is currently revising the second edition of *International Law and the Use of Force*. His work often bridges legal theory with real-world geopolitical challenges. Publications span academic journals and edited volumes, addressing topics from historical case studies to contemporary legal debates. Beck’s scholarly contributions emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to understanding international law’s evolving role in global politics.

Jeffrey Taliaferroمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Security Studies
• International Relations Theory
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey W. Taliaferro is a Professor and Department Chair of Political Science at Tufts University’s School of Arts and Sciences. He holds a dual appointment as a Lecturer at The Fletcher School. His expertise spans International Relations, Security Studies, and US foreign policy, with a focus on grand strategy, alliance politics, nuclear nonproliferation, and cybersecurity. Taliaferro earned his Ph.D. in Government from Harvard University (1997) following an AB in History and Political Science from Duke University (1991). His research explores how great powers navigate security challenges, including his award-winning work Balancing Risks (2004), which won the APSA’s Robert L. Jervis and Paul W. Schroeder Award. His recent book Defending Frenemies (2019) examines US alliance dynamics and nonproliferation strategies. Taliaferro’s scholarship bridges theory and practice, addressing topics like peaceful change, cyber threats, and intelligence policy. Teaching & Professional Activities: Taliaferro teaches courses on nuclear weapons, cybersecurity, and grand strategy. He has held editorial roles at International Security , Security Studies , and Review of International Studies . His service includes directing the CIA’s Historical Review Board and advising the National Academy of Sciences on national security-related social science. He has held fellowships at the Woodrow Wilson Center and the Norwegian Nobel Institute. Awards & Recognition: His accolades include the APSA award for Balancing Risks and prestigious fellowships supporting his research. His work frequently appears in top journals like International Security and Political Psychology . Research Focus: Current projects examine how the US and allies manage security partnership crises. His interdisciplinary approach integrates historical analysis, theory, and policy implications, emphasizing realist frameworks while exploring domestic-international linkages in foreign policy.

Dejan Stojkovicمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cosmology
• Gravity
• Particle Physics
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dejan Stojkovic is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the University at Buffalo, College of Arts and Sciences. He focuses on fundamental questions at the intersection of cosmology , gravity , and particle physics , including black hole dynamics, dark energy, dark matter, gravitational waves, and extra dimensions. BS, Physics, University of Belgrade (1994, first in class) MS, Physics, University of Belgrade, Institute of Physics (1997) PhD, Physics, Case Western Reserve University (2001) Postdoctoral Research: University of Alberta (Killam Fellowship), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (MCTP Fellowship) His research spans quantum gravity , cosmological puzzles , and phenomenological models of high-energy physics. Recent work includes nonlinear electromagnetic-gravitational interactions in NSBH mergers, primordial black hole detection, and superluminal propagation in extra-dimensional spacetime. His publications analyze gravitational collapse, quantum cosmology, and modified gravity theories. Selected scientific awards include the Killam Memorial Postdoctoral Fellowship (2001), MCTP Postdoctoral Fellowship (2003), and Elsevier Certificate of Reviewing Excellence (2013). He has contributed to studies on electroweak stars , vanishing dimensions , and gravitational wave echo detection .

Kristin Elink-Schuurman-Lauraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Efficacy of Forensic Evidence
• Forensic Databases
• Criminal Investigations

Dr. Kristin Elink-Schuurman-Laura is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Florida International University. She holds a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice from the University of New Haven, an M.S. in Criminal Forensic Studies from Florida Gulf Coast University, and a B.S. in Criminal Forensic Studies from the same institution. Her research focuses on the efficacy of forensic evidence, forensic databases, and criminal investigations, with particular emphasis on CODIS, AFIS, and NIBIN systems. She previously managed the Radford/FGCU Serial Killer Database and served in volunteer roles with the Florida Emergency Mortuary Operations Response System (FEMORS) and NCIC Cold Case Task Force. Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on forensic evidence applications in law enforcement, crime analysis education, and statistical examination of violent crime patterns. Research integrates criminal justice theory with practical investigative methodologies.

• Criminal Procedure Law
• Forensic Science
• Criminal Courts
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Stephen Hogan serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor at the School of Criminal Justice within Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy at the University at Albany, bringing extensive practical legal experience from his prior roles as Assistant District Attorney and legal advisor to the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center. His academic credentials include: Juris Doctor from University of Notre Dame Law School Master of Arts in International Affairs from American University Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy Hogan's research integrates Criminal Procedure Law, Forensic Science, Criminal Courts, and Cold Case Investigations, leveraging his dual expertise in courtroom practice and forensic methodology to examine evidence handling, judicial processes, and unsolved crime resolution. His work bridges theoretical legal frameworks with real-world investigative challenges. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in source materials Professional narrative indicates significant field experience influencing academic perspective, though specific student mentoring activities or research grants remain unreported. Current affiliations focus exclusively on teaching and research within criminal justice frameworks without mention of dedicated laboratories or collaborative research teams.

• Criminal behavior analysis
• Timeline reconstruction
• Cold case investigation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor David Keatley is an internationally recognized criminologist at Murdoch University's Centre for Biosecurity and One Health, Harry Butler Institute, specializing in criminal behavior analysis and cold case investigations. His research develops innovative methods for analyzing temporal patterns in crimes. Research expertise includes: Behavior sequence analysis of violent crimes Timeline reconstruction techniques Geospatial profiling (Winthropping method) Statement and linguistic analysis Cold case resolution methodologies Recent publications focus on emergency call analysis, insider threat pathways, clandestine grave detection, and missing persons investigations. His work frequently develops novel analytical frameworks like Winthropping and Aoristic Interview Analysis for investigative applications. Professor Keatley actively collaborates with law enforcement globally as Vidocq Society member and task force participant. He leads research advancing forensic timeline methods and geographic profiling techniques for solving cold cases.

Steven Davidمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Security Studies
• Comparative Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Steven R. David is a professor at Johns Hopkins University specializing in international relations, security studies, and comparative politics. His research emphasizes how internal political dynamics influence foreign policy, particularly in developing nations. He is renowned for developing the 'omnibalancing' theory, which examines how states balance both external threats and internal regime survival challenges. His current work focuses on Sino-American competition in the developing world, China's strategic calculus over Taiwan, and existential threats to Israel's stability. David holds a PhD in Political Science from Harvard University. His scholarship has addressed topics such as the impact of civil wars on global stability, inadvertent conflict escalation, and the historical lessons of state collapse. He has authored influential books like Catastrophic Consequences and contributes to debates on U.S. foreign policy, including analyses of Barack Obama's 'reluctant realism.' His research trends highlight a focus on existential threats to states, particularly Israel, drawing parallels between ancient and modern political dynamics. He also explores how great power competition in the Global South shapes contemporary security concerns. David's articles consistently bridge historical analysis with contemporary policy challenges, emphasizing the interplay between domestic and international politics. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His advising and grants sections remain unspecified, though his academic contributions suggest significant institutional support. David's work is closely tied to think tanks and policy circles, though specific lab affiliations are not detailed here.

Andrew Orrمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Military History
• Modern History
• Gender Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Andrew Orr is a Professor of History and Director of the Institute for Military History at Kansas State University. His expertise spans modern military history, focusing on identity, conflict, civil-military relations, and gender studies, with a regional emphasis on France and the U.S. He holds degrees from Claremont Mckenna College (B.A.) and the University of Notre Dame (M.A., Ph.D.). Education: B.A., Claremont Mckenna College M.A., University of Notre Dame Ph.D., University of Notre Dame His research explores themes like women’s roles in military contexts, French colonial conflicts, and the intersection of Orientalism with contemporary foreign policy. Current projects include studies on the 1919 Black Sea Mutiny and evolving military identity. He teaches courses on World Wars, European security, and African security studies. Publications highlight critical analyses of French military strategy, post-war dynamics, and the impact of propaganda on historical narratives. Dr. Orr advises graduate students in European and American military history and security studies. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary policy implications, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship.

• International Relations
• Security Studies
• Causes of War
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel Lindley is an Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame, affiliated with the College of Arts and Letters. He holds multiple leadership roles, including Associate Director of the ND International Security Center (NDISC), Director of the O'Brien Undergraduate Program, and Co-Director of the International Security Studies Minor. His research focuses on security studies, causes of war, U.S. foreign policy, and Aegean security. Lindley earned his Ph.D. from MIT in 1998 and has authored influential works such as "Promoting Peace with Information" (Princeton University Press, 2007). He has held fellowships at Harvard’s Belfer Center and MIT’s Security Studies Program. Education: B.A. in International Relations and French from Tufts University (1984); Ph.D. in Political Science from MIT (1998). Research Interests: Lindley examines how transparency mechanisms in security regimes reduce conflict, pre-emptive warfare strategies, and miscalculations in international relations. His work spans historical case studies (e.g., the Concert of Europe, Cyprus conflict) and contemporary issues like U.N. peacekeeping effectiveness. Professional Contributions: Lindley has published in top journals like Security Studies and Contemporary Security Policy , advised U.S. intelligence agencies, and served on editorial boards. He teaches courses on international relations, U.S. foreign policy, and security studies, with a focus on fostering undergraduate research through initiatives like the Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement.

• Technology and politics
• Political science methodology
• Non-state actors
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Łukasz Wordliczek is an Associate Professor at the Institute of American Studies and Polish Diaspora, Faculty of International and Political Studies, Jagiellonian University in Kraków. He holds a Ph.D. in political science and teaches courses on U.S. and Polish political systems, foreign policy, and political science methodology. He is the author or editor of nine books and has published dozens of scholarly articles and conference papers. He supervises over 200 B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. theses and serves as editor-in-chief of Ad Americam: Journal of American Studies since 2017. He also leads the Polish branch of the Comparative Agendas Project and is a member of several international academic associations including the International Studies Association and the International Political Science Association. His academic interests include: Technology and politics Non-state actors in international relations Public policy analysis, particularly continuity and change U.S. foreign policy patterns Political science methodology, especially quantitative and computational approaches His recent publications reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary and computational methods in political science, particularly the application of artificial neural networks and punctuated equilibrium theory to policy analysis. His work spans U.S. and Polish politics, with a focus on institutional dynamics, foreign policy continuity, and the methodological evolution of political science. He has also explored topics such as privatization of security, food sovereignty movements, and transatlantic relations. His scientific awards include: Two-time recipient of the Jagiellonian University Rector Award Łukasz Wordliczek has supervised and reviewed over 200 student theses at various levels. He has secured multiple research grants, including projects on neural networks in political science, food sovereignty, and U.S. foreign policy continuity. He is actively involved in academic publishing and editorial work, contributing significantly to the scholarly infrastructure in political science in Poland and internationally. He is actively engaged in research teams and projects, most notably managing the Polish branch of the Comparative Agendas Project, which involves interdisciplinary collaboration on policy agenda analysis. His work bridges traditional political science with emerging computational methods, positioning him at the forefront of methodological innovation in the field.