جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Joel Bourlandمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• History of Philosophy
• Aesthetics
• Media Studies
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Joel Bourland serves as a Casual Teaching staff member (Part-Time Lecturer) in the Humanities and Arts at The University of Western Australia, teaching courses including Cinema Classics, Modernism and the Avant-Garde, and Continental Philosophy. He also holds teaching positions at Murdoch University (as Unit Coordinator for Communication and Persuasion), the University of Notre Dame, and Curtin University, demonstrating extensive cross-institutional engagement in philosophical and media studies education. Education: PhD in Philosophy, The University of Western Australia (2023, awarded 2024) - Dissertation: "Shock, illusion, and the commodification of experience: Walter Benjamin's theory of modernity" MA in Cultural Studies & Critical Theory, McMaster University (2017) - Thesis: "'To Win the Energies of Intoxication for the Revolution': Walter Benjamin On Hashish, Media S(t)imulation, and the Dialectics of Psychoactivity" Joel Bourland's research critically examines how images and consumer culture structure human thought and experience. His work deeply engages with the history of philosophy, aesthetics, and media theories, with particular emphasis on Frankfurt School critical theory and poststructuralist frameworks. His scholarship consistently explores Walter Benjamin's legacy across diverse contexts—from commodification and illusion to psychotropic media and queer anthropology—revealing a cohesive interdisciplinary trajectory that bridges philosophical inquiry with contemporary cultural analysis. This integrated approach manifests in publications spanning ethics of simulation, shamanic ideals, and the political dimensions of media intoxication.

Monica Flegelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Victorian literature
• Cultural Studies
• Animal studies
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Dr. Monica Flegel is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Lakehead University . Specializing in Victorian literature , cultural studies , and animal studies , her research bridges historical analysis with contemporary critical frameworks including child studies and fan studies . She teaches courses on 19th-century British literature, literary theory, children's literature, and cultural studies. Education: BA in Honours English, University of Saskatchewan MA in English, Dalhousie University PhD in English, University of Alberta Her research explores intersections between Victorian animal autobiographies , child protection discourse , and fan/producer relationships . Key themes include interspecies ethics , commodification of childhood , and evolving fanfiction legitimacy . She has published in journals like Children’s Literature and Transformative Works and Culture . Recent publications focus on Victorian media culture , superhero politics , and cyberculture's influence on literary transitions. Her award-winning work ( 2005 Vanarsdel Prize Essay ) examines 19th-century child protection narratives. Flegel supervises graduate research across diverse topics including literary ghost stories , heteronormativity in Harry Potter , and gender dynamics in Sailor Moon . She has collaborated with scholars like Dr. Judith Leggatt on comics culture and Dr. Jenny Roth on copyright law in fanfiction contexts. Labs and Collaborations: Flegel co-edited Cruel Children in Popular Texts and Cultures with Christopher Parkes and worked with Dr. Leggatt on Superhero Cultural Wars , analyzing Marvel Comics' socio-political dimensions.

Andreas Hillertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Archaeology
• Medical History
• Art History
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Andreas Hillert is a Professor in the Chair of Classical Archaeology within the Faculty of Linguistics and Literature at the Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt. Since 2001, he has served as a lecturer in Classical Archaeology, and was appointed extraordinary professor in 2009. His unique career spans both academia and medicine, having been Chief Physician at the medical-psychosomatic clinic Roseneck (affiliated with Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich) since 1990, while simultaneously maintaining his archaeological scholarship. His research interests bridge Classical Archaeology, Medical History, and Art History, with particular focus on archaeological souvenirs, Greek/Roman iconography, and the reception of antiquity. His dual doctorates (Dr. med. 1986, Dr. phil. 1987) and habilitation in Classical Archaeology (2003) reflect this interdisciplinary approach. His work frequently examines physician depictions in antiquity, Hippocrates iconography, and the intersection of medical and archaeological perspectives. Hillert's publication trends reveal consistent engagement with archaeological souvenirs (2006-2013), Greek/Roman mythological motifs (particularly sirens, Herakles, and Eros), and the reception of antiquity in postmodern contexts. His articles demonstrate methodological diversity, combining technical analysis of artifacts with psychological and cultural interpretations. Notable recurring themes include the psychosomatic aspects of souvenir culture, transformations of mythological imagery across eras, and critical examinations of art historical 'truths'. As an examiner at the Bavarian Medical Association since 2015 and active physician since 1990, Hillert maintains dual professional commitments. His academic advising focuses on classical archaeology theses, though specific students aren't listed in available materials. His work with institutions like the Winckelmann-Museum Stendal and involvement in major exhibitions demonstrates significant curatorial engagement.

Nikolas Gloverمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Economic History
• Neoliberalism
• Nation Branding
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nikolas Glover serves as Senior Lecturer at Uppsala University's Department of Economic History within the Faculty of Humanities, and is affiliated with the Center for the History of Entrepreneurship. His research examines the intersection of economic policy, national identity, and global markets through historical lenses. His scholarly work focuses on neoliberal transitions in Nordic contexts , nation branding , and historical marketing practices . Glover investigates how concepts like 'Swedish quality' evolved as export strategies, analyzing World's Fair participation, wartime consumer patriotism, and Scandinavian development finance policies. His recent publications reveal consistent engagement with the historical construction of national brands corporate internationalism during decolonization the sensory dimensions of commercial culture Glover participates in the Riksbanken-funded research program 'Neoliberalism in the Nordics' led by Jenny Andersson. His collaborative work with scholars like David Higgins and Urban Lundberg demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections across economic history, cultural studies, and political economy. His academic service includes editorial work on collections examining public diplomacy and nation branding. While no formal awards are documented in the provided materials, his publications appear in prestigious venues including Routledge, Nordic Academic Press, and leading historical journals. Glover maintains active scholarly engagement through conference presentations and collaborations with international researchers. His email contact (nikolas.glover@ekhist.uu.se) and physical office at Ekonomikum confirm his current institutional presence.

Mathilde Cohenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animal Law
• Comparative and European Law
• Constitutional Law
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Mathilde Cohen is the George Williamson Crawford Professor of Law at the University of Connecticut, currently on leave. She holds degrees from Columbia University School of Law (LLM & JSD) and Sorbonne-École Normale Supérieure (BA & MA) and has expertise spanning constitutional law, comparative law, food law, and gender/race studies. Education: LLM & JSD, Columbia University School of Law; BA & MA, Sorbonne-École Normale Supérieure Previous roles: Associate-in-Law at Columbia Law School, Research Fellow at CNRS (French Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique) Current research focuses on disenfranchisement in French and U.S. legal cultures, and the gendered/racialized dynamics of bodily materials like human milk and placentas. Her work bridges constitutional law, gender studies, and food policy, with a comparative legal framework. During the 2020-21 academic year, she was a Laurance S. Rockefeller Visiting Faculty Fellow at Princeton University. Scientific Awards: Hessel Yntema Prize (2015) Professor Cohen’s interdisciplinary scholarship explores how public institutions justify decisions and represent marginalized groups, alongside bodily autonomy and legal commodification.

Mattias Frihammarمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Collective Memory
• Cultural Heritage Studies
• Nature-Culture Relations
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Mattias Frihammar, Lecturer at Stockholm University's Department of Ethnology, History of Religions and Gender Studies, is a scholar specializing in cultural heritage, collective memory, and the intersection of nature and culture. He chairs the Critical Heritage Studies Network and coordinates the Bachelor’s Program in Museums and Cultural Heritage . Current research explores Cold War heritage, invasive species' cultural implications, and visual silences in archival photography. Prior teaching roles include Halmstad University and Södertörn University. Research Themes : Frihammar’s work critically examines how cultural heritage is produced through power dynamics, gender roles, and emotional engagement. His projects address: Military heritage and gendered nostalgia in Cold War Sweden Invasive species as cultural symbols of belonging and exclusion Visual and narrative silences in museum archives Publications : His recent articles analyze Cold War memory practices, invasive species in cultural landscapes, and gendered interpretations of heritage. Projects like Making a Military Heritage and The Politics of Invasive Alien Species highlight interdisciplinary approaches to Swedish cultural identity.

Kristina Jonutytėمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social and cultural anthropology
• Anthropology of religions
• Political and economic anthropology
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Kristina Jonutytė is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Asian and Transcultural Studies, Faculty of Philosophy, Vilnius University. She holds a PhD in Anthropology (2019) from Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology and Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. Her research focuses on post-Soviet Buryat Buddhism, urban anthropology, and socio-political transformations in North Asia. Education: PhD in Anthropology (2019) Internships: University of Cambridge, Seoul National University, École Pratique des Hautes Études Research Interests include: Social and cultural anthropology Anthropology of religions Political and economic anthropology Post-socialist studies North Asian ethnography Her publication trends examine Buddhist giving practices, urban spatiality, state-religion dynamics, and post-Soviet socio-cultural transformations. She explores how Buryat Buddhism navigates political constraints and urbanization challenges. Scientific Awards : 2022–2023 Lithuanian Academy of Sciences Young Scientists' Scholarship Other Academic Activities : Organized international conferences on anthropological theories Guest lectures at Seoul National University and University of Cambridge Science popularization through radio series 'Homo cultus. There and Back' (2022) Expert commentary on cultural appropriation and Russian minority perspectives

• Transformation of Chinese society
• Cultural differentiation
• Qualitative methods in social research
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Anno Dederichs is a project manager at the China Centre Tübingen and has held academic positions at the University of Tübingen , including roles as a Substitute Professor and Scientific Assistant in the Department of Sociology. They focus on the transformation of Chinese society, cultural differentiation, and Sino-German business cooperation, employing qualitative methods in social research. PhD in Sociology (2017) , University of Tübingen Magister Artium in Sinology (2010) , University of Tübingen and Chinese universities Their research bridges cultural sociology and intercultural business dynamics, analyzing expatriate narratives, discursive constructions of 'Face' in Chinese contexts, and comparative frameworks for cultural perception. Their work has been presented at conferences like the German Association for Asian Studies (DGA) and the German Sociological Association (DGS). Recent publications address themes of colonial discourse traces , cultural categorization , and qualitative methodological challenges in cross-cultural interviews. They have also contributed to edited volumes on grounded theory and intercultural cooperation. Dederichs teaches courses in Chinaperspektiven (BA Sinologie) , Qualitative Methods (BA/MA Sociology) , and Cultural Differentiation (MA Sociology) . They are involved in academic networks such as the German Association for Asian Studies and Qualinet, the German qualitative research network.

Victoria Phillipsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Communications Law
• Media Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Victoria Phillips is a faculty member at American University Washington College of Law, where she teaches communications and intellectual property law. She serves as the Director of the Glushko-Samuelson Intellectual Property Law Clinic, which she helped found, and is associated with the law school's Program on Information Justice and Intellectual Property. Phillips previously served as a Visiting Associate Professor at Georgetown University Law Center and as Acting Director of the Institute of Public Representation's First Amendment and Media Law Clinic in 2008. Professor Phillips' educational background includes: B.A. from Smith College J.D. from American University Washington College of Law (cum laude) Professor Phillips specializes in intellectual property law, communications and media law, with a particular focus on the intersection of IP with gender, cultural identity, and public interest issues. Her scholarship explores the dynamic changes in intellectual property and information policy, examining challenging public interest issues raised by these developments. She has conducted significant research on Native American mascots and trademark law, women in invention, and the commodification of traditional art forms like the Gee's Bend quilts. Analysis of Professor Phillips' publication history reveals consistent focus on intellectual property law's intersection with social justice issues. Her work spans trademark controversies (particularly regarding Native American mascots), gender dimensions of IP, media regulation, and clinical legal education. A notable trend is her examination of how intellectual property frameworks impact marginalized communities and cultural heritage, demonstrating her commitment to public interest perspectives in IP law. Professor Phillips has received several notable awards: Champion of Intellectual Property Award from the D.C. Bar Intellectual Property Community (2024) Faculty Teaching and Service Award from American University Washington College of Law (2015) As Director of the Glushko-Samuelson Intellectual Property Law Clinic, Professor Phillips oversees clinical education in intellectual property law, providing students with hands-on experience in IP advocacy. She has served as faculty advisor to the Communications and Media Law Society and as Chair of the Advisory Board of the Program on International Communications Regulation and Policy. In 2015, she was appointed by the FCC Chairman to serve on the agency's Consumer Advisory Committee. Phillips also serves on the Board of Directors of the Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts, connecting her academic work with practical legal services for the creative community. Professor Phillips co-founded the Glushko-Samuelson Intellectual Property Law Clinic, which provides legal services to underserved creators and innovators while training law students in IP practice. Through this clinic and her involvement with the Program on Information Justice and Intellectual Property, she has built a significant platform for public interest work in intellectual property law, focusing on issues of access, equity, and justice in the IP system.

Gareth Wiltshireمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Physical Activity and Health
• Sport Sociology
• Health Inequalities
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Gareth Wiltshire is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University, specializing in the Sociology of Physical Activity and Health. He holds a BSc, MA, and PhD, and has previously taught at the University of Bath, Cardiff Metropolitan University, and Nottingham Trent University. His research focuses on Lifestyle for Health and Wellbeing, Sport, Business and Society, and the sociological dimensions of physical activity across diverse populations. Research interests include the role of sport in health management for organ transplant recipients, the impact of wearable technologies in school settings, and the intersection of social class and health inequalities. He employs critical realism and qualitative methodologies, contributing to interdisciplinary debates in sport policy and health promotion. His work bridges sociological theory with practical interventions, emphasizing community-based approaches and the socio-cultural factors shaping health behaviors. Publications span topics such as wearable technology in education, sport-based social networks for chronic illness management, and critiques of current approaches to concussion in sports. He advocates for evidence-based policy development and has collaborated on projects like the School Physical Activity Cultural Transition (School-PACT) intervention. His research also explores the affective dimensions of material environments in healthcare and the role of social marketing in promoting equitable physical activity practices. Dr Wiltshire’s contributions extend to methodological innovation, including thematic analysis frameworks and mixed-methods research in sport psychology. He actively disseminates findings through platforms like Google Scholar and YouTube presentations, maintaining a commitment to accessible research communication.

Nandini Bhattacharyaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of Colonial Medicine
• South Asian History
• Urban History
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Nandini Bhattacharya is Professor of South Asian History and History of Medicine in the Department of History at the University of Houston's College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. A Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, she holds a PhD from University College London and undergraduate degrees from Jawaharlal Nehru University in Delhi. Her research focuses on: Colonial science and medicine in modern India Urban history and colonial enclaves Histories of consumption and medical consumerism Social history of alcohol in colonial contexts Comparative histories of migrant labor in the Global South Her scholarship examines intersections between state power, colonial society, and medical politics. Major funded research includes awards from Wellcome Trust, Carnegie Trust, Leverhulme Trust, and Science History Institute. Publications demonstrate consistent focus on pharmaceutical history, colonial medical policies, and socioeconomic transformations in South Asia over 150 years. Scientific Awards: Fellowship, Royal Historical Society She advises graduate students and teaches courses on global history, colonial Indian history, and history of medicine. Her research lab focuses on decolonizing medical histories and comparative colonial studies.

Max Rittsمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Environmental Geography
• Sensory Studies
• Indigenous Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Max Ritts is an Assistant Professor of Geography at Clark University, focusing on environmental geography, sensory studies, and Indigenous communities. He holds a PhD from the University of British Columbia (2018), an MA from the University of Toronto (2010), and a BA from McGill University (2005). His research explores intersections of social power, sensory practices, and ecological change in Indigenous contexts, particularly with the Gitga’at First Nation in British Columbia. Research emphasizes sonic cultures, digital environmental tools, and data sovereignty. Co-editing The Raven Stories , an anthology centering Indigenous perspectives. Recent projects include A Resonant Ecology (Duke UP) and studies on digital forest governance. His work addresses environmental monitoring technologies, spatial power dynamics, and colonial legacies in resource management. Key themes include acoustic ecology, more-than-human relations, and decolonizing environmental governance frameworks. Presentation highlights include discussions on conservation acoustics (Tampere University, 2022) and Indigenous environmental justice (AAG, 2023). Collaborations span institutions like King’s College Cambridge and partnerships with Gitga’at communities.

Xiaobo Suمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Urban Development
• Political Economy
• Border Politics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Xiaobo Su is a Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Oregon. His research focuses on China's post-1978 economic transformation, urban and border development, and transnational regionalization in Southeast Asia. He examines how political economy shapes material and cultural landscapes through heritage tourism, cross-border networks, and state sovereignty practices. Research Interests: Urban development and heritage commodification, China-Myanmar-Laos-Vietnam border politics, geopolitical strategy in narcotics control, and Yunnan's regional development. His work deploys political economy frameworks to analyze state-led development, transnational networks, and social relations. Teaching: Recent courses include Professional Development (Geog 612) and Global Drug Trade Geography (Geog 199). He welcomes graduate students researching cross-border trade, migration, urban tourism, or China's overseas development. Editorial Roles: Co-editor of Territory, Politics, Governance and Associate Editor of Tourism Geographies . Active in fieldwork across Chinese border regions and Southeast Asia.

Hanne Haalandمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Development Studies
• Humanitarian Aid
• Gender Studies
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Hanne Haaland is an Associate Professor at the Department of Global Development and Planning at the University of Agder, Norway. She holds a PhD in Development Studies from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). Her research focuses on land conflicts in Mozambique, personalized aid in the Global South, gender dynamics, and immigrant integration in Norway. Key projects include the DUALSAVE-FGS initiative exploring low-cost medical diagnosis and research on microfinance impacts in Indonesia. Education: PhD in Development Studies (NMBU) Research Groups: CIEM - Centre for Integrated Emergency Management, Mobility, Culture and Gender Teaching: Courses on Latin America, gender studies, and urban mobility (UT-112, UT-402, UT-407) Her research highlights include analyzing citizen-led humanitarian initiatives in Lesvos and gendered integration challenges faced by Syrian refugees in southern Norway. She collaborates extensively with Hege Wallevik, exploring translocal solidarity networks and the role of grassroots actors in development. Recent work examines the 'affective economy' of academic careers and institutional diversity in planning education. Publications span over 40 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, addressing topics like institutional ethnography in Nepal, simulation modeling of humanitarian aid dynamics, and qualitative investigations into health systems in schistosomiasis endemic regions.

Oľga Danglováمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Ethnology
• Cultural Heritage
• Rural Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Oľga Danglová, CSc. is a distinguished researcher in ethnology and social anthropology, affiliated with the Institute of Ethnology and Social Anthropology at the Slovak Academy of Sciences since 1968. She holds a degree in Ethnology from Comenius University (1968) and a CSc. (PhD equivalent) from the same institution in 1981. Her work focuses on socio-economic dynamics, rural development, folk art, and cultural heritage, with a particular emphasis on Slovakia's ethnographic landscape. Positions: Research Staff, Principal Investigator (VEGA grants), PhD Tutor Education: Ethnology (Comenius University, 1968) Her research interests span socio-economic transformations in rural areas, the role of traditional crafts in cultural identity, and the interplay between folklore and modernity. She has led over 20 research projects, including VEGA grants on global processes in everyday culture and local development strategies. Her contributions include seminal works like Encyclopedia of Folk Culture in Slovakia and Dekor Symbol . Her publications (over 150 articles, monographs, and edited volumes) reflect expertise in ethnography, cultural policy, and rural sociology. Notable works explore regional identity, folk art preservation, and socialist/post-socialist rural economies. Awards: Golden Award for Life Work (2012), SAS Scientific Achievement Awards (1995–2002), Giuseppe Pitré International Ethnology Prize (1995), and recognition from UNESCO and the Literary Fund of Slovakia. She has also been honored by the Slovak Ethnological Society and the Slovak government for contributions to cultural heritage and education. Dr. Danglová serves on editorial boards (e.g., Slovenský národopis ), academic committees, and national cultural initiatives. She co-organized conferences and workshops on regional development and actively participated in EU-funded projects on cultural heritage and rural policy. Her work bridges academic research with public engagement, advocating for the integration of traditional knowledge into contemporary social and economic frameworks.