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Helena Mentisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
• Computer Supported Cooperative Work (CSCW)
• Health Informatics
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Helena Mentis is a Professor in the Department of Information Systems and Affiliate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). She directs the Bodies in Motion Lab (BiMLab) and is a core member of the Human Centered Computing graduate program and the Interactive Systems Research Center. Her work focuses on sociotechnical systems in healthcare, including telemedicine, surgical collaboration, and technologies for older adults with cognitive impairments. Mentis holds a PhD from Penn State, an MS from Cornell, and a BS from Virginia Tech. Her research spans human-computer interaction (HCI) , computer supported cooperative work (CSCW) , and health informatics . Key projects include developing telemedicine systems for surgical training, sensor-based systems for Parkinson’s patients, and online safety tools for older adults with mild cognitive impairment. She has received significant NSF funding, including a $518k CAREER grant for surgical telementoring systems and $499k for cybersecurity research with older adults. Her articles analyze topics like the effectiveness of telementoring in surgery, ethical design of medical systems, and collaborative security settings for couples facing cognitive challenges. Mentis has pioneered frameworks for responsible computing education and peer-led ethics training in computing curricula. Prior to UMBC, she held postdoctoral roles at Harvard Medical School, Microsoft Research, and the University of Cambridge. Current initiatives include expanding healthcare workforce access via telemedicine and designing inclusive systems that address marginalized groups in digital health. Her work emphasizes participatory methods, ensuring often-overlooked stakeholders (e.g., trainee surgeons, motor disability patients) shape technological solutions.

Sung Hyun Yunمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Gender-Based Violence
• Mental Health
• Cross-cultural Studies
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Dr. Sung Hyun Yun is an Associate Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Windsor, currently on sabbatical until December 2025. Born in Busan, South Korea, he holds a PhD from the University of Georgia, an MSW from the University of South Carolina, and a BA from Pusan National University. His research focuses on gender-based violence, mental health, cross-cultural studies, and psychometrics, with an emphasis on vulnerable populations such as immigrants, refugees, survivors of violence, and individuals with addiction issues. He integrates advanced quantitative methods and scale development into his work to inform evidence-based social work interventions. His research explores anti-oppressive frameworks and pro-feminist approaches, addressing societal challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. Notable projects include examining intimate partner violence dynamics, the impact of childhood adversities, and the efficacy of community-based interventions for male survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Dr. Yun has secured significant grants, including a SSHRC Partnership Development Grant ($191,382) to study male survivors’ help-seeking behaviors post-COVID-19. Teaching spans undergraduate and graduate courses on social work practice, violence, and research methodologies. His publications emphasize technology-driven solutions, such as improving survey response rates in sexual assault centers, and cross-cultural studies on violence prevention. His work bridges academic knowledge with real-world applications, advocating for marginalized groups’ mental health and societal equity.

• Intercultural Communication
• Information Behavior
• Digital Libraries
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Elena Macevičiūtė is a Professor at the Department of Digital Cultures and Communication, Faculty of Communication, Vilnius University. Her research focuses on intercultural communication, information behavior, digital libraries, and open access publishing. She holds a PhD and has advised numerous PhD students across multiple institutions, including the University of Borås and Vilnius University. Her work emphasizes digital inclusion, particularly for marginalized groups such as people with disabilities, and explores the role of libraries in reducing the digital divide. She has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications and presented at international conferences like ISIC and iConference. Dr. Macevičiūtė has served on doctoral committees and editorial boards, and her research has addressed topics like e-book adoption in academic libraries, digital literacy training, and information seeking in conflict zones. She actively reviews for journals such as Information Research and Library & Information Science Research.

Tim Foskerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Language Development
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Tim Fosker is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology at Queen’s University Belfast, specializing in developmental cognitive neuroscience and psychology. He focuses on the auditory precursors of speech processing, literacy development, and neural development in children. Fosker directs the Language, Learning and Literacy Lab (L3Lab@QUB), which includes EEG and audiometric facilities. He holds a PhD from Bangor University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Cambridge under Professor Usha Goswami. His research interests span auditory processing deficits in dyslexia, classroom communication methods, and psycholinguistics. He teaches Developmental Psychology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and serves as Advisor of Studies, Personal Tutor, and Disability Advisor in his department. Fosker has secured grants, including the 2010–2013 project on auditory discrimination and children’s reading development. His awards include the Staff Excellence Award (2021) and the School of Psychology ICARE Award (2022). He actively collaborates on initiatives like fostering screen time interventions and hosting academic visitors. His recent work emphasizes systematic reviews on screen time effects in neurodiverse children and longitudinal studies on phonological development. Fosker’s lab also engages in outreach, such as the Knocknagoney Primary School initiative, promoting child development research.

• Disability Studies
• Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
• Neoliberalism and Policy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr Jennifer Clegg is an Adjunct Professor at the Living with a Disability Research Centre, La Trobe University. She is actively engaged in research on intellectual and developmental disabilities, with a critical focus on neoliberalism, policy, and social inclusion. Her research interests lie at the intersection of disability studies, critical social theory, and public policy. She investigates how neoliberal ideologies shape disability services, community participation, and the lived experiences of people with intellectual disabilities. Her work challenges individualistic frameworks and advocates for systemic change. The recent publications highlight a consistent thematic trajectory: a critique of market-driven reforms in disability services, an exploration of staff and family perspectives in care settings, and a philosophical examination of identity and inclusion. Her work spans journal articles, book chapters, and full-length books, often in collaboration with leading scholars in the field. Jennifer Clegg has not been mentioned as receiving any scientific awards in the provided text. She has contributed to academic leadership through editorial roles, including editorials for the Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability. While no formal advising or grant information is provided, her extensive collaborative work suggests active engagement in research teams and networks. Her research is conducted through the Living with a Disability Research Centre, a hub for critical disability scholarship at La Trobe University, where she contributes to shaping discourse on disability rights and policy reform.

Christie Petrenkoمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
• Developmental Psychopathology
• Preventive Interventions
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christie Petrenko is a Research Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Psychology at the University of Rochester. Her work focuses on preventing secondary conditions in individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD), particularly through interventions like Families on Track. She investigates prenatal alcohol exposure’s long-term effects on cognition, behavior, and mental health, alongside co-occurring adversities such as maltreatment and out-of-home care. Dr. Petrenko’s research integrates developmental psychopathology frameworks to address risk factors and protective mechanisms. She has conducted pivotal studies on neuropsychological functioning in FASD, emotion regulation interventions, and caregiver support strategies. Key projects include a randomized controlled trial of Families on Track, which targets adaptive developmental pathways for children aged 4-8 with FASD. Her work emphasizes translational research to bridge clinical practice and policy. Notable contributions include telemedicine programs (e.g., ECHO FASD) to improve diagnosis capacity and mobile health tools like the My Health Coach app. She also advocates for equity in FASD care through critical race theory and disability studies perspectives. Dr. Petrenko collaborates with educators, healthcare providers, and policymakers to enhance FASD recognition and support systems. Her research spans neuroimaging analyses, qualitative caregiver studies, and longitudinal follow-ups to characterize FASD trajectories and intervention efficacy.

Marlene Goldmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Asian Canadian Literature
• Canadian Literature
• Diasporic, Postcolonial, and Transnational Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marlene Goldman is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Toronto, with affiliations at both the St. George and Scarborough (UTSC) campuses. Her research spans contemporary Canadian literature, disability studies, and the intersections of aging, technology, and ethics. BFA and MA from Victoria University PhD from University of Toronto Her work explores pathological forgetting in dementia and trauma, Gothic poetics in Canadian women’s writing, and ethical representations of aging and disability. Recent projects analyze shame and stigma through literature, film, and technology, including collaborations with Klick Health to simulate Parkinson’s tremors. Dr. Goldman has received the CNIB’s Barbara Tuck-MacPhee Award (2018) and SSHRC grants. She co-edited special issues of journals on aging and memory. Recipient of CNIB’s Barbara Tuck-MacPhee Research Grant (2018) SSHRC Partnership Engage Grant (2018) Aging, Communication, Technology Grant (2017) She is a filmmaker, co-creator of the short film Piano Lessons (2017), and has authored four books on Canadian literature and cultural memory.

Georg Jäggleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Robotics
• STEM Education
• Sustainability Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Georg Jäggle is a Professor of Vocational Education at the University College of Teacher Education Vienna (PH Wien), specializing in educational robotics, STEM pedagogy, and sustainability education. He leads the Department of Vocational Education within the Institute for Secondary Level Vocational Education (I:SBB). His work integrates technology-enhanced learning environments, focusing on project-based methodologies to bridge gaps between education and industry needs. Key projects include the Recycling Heroes initiative (2022–2024), which employs citizen science to promote circular economy awareness, and the EU-funded ER4STEM project (2017–2018), fostering STEM engagement through robotics. Prof. Jäggle holds a Dipl.-Ing. (FH) and a Dr. in engineering education, with prior industry experience as an engineer and vocational school teacher. His research emphasizes digital competence development, intergenerational learning, and inclusive education strategies. He has coordinated interdisciplinary teams across 10+ EU and national projects, including RoboCoop (2018–2022) and Makers@school (2017–2019), which implemented robotics and maker culture in schools. His teaching spans applied mathematics, engineering, and automation technology at both academic and vocational levels. Research interests include technology integration in vocational training, lifelong learning frameworks, and the impact of educational robotics on student motivation. Recent publications (2022–2024) explore STEM career self-efficacy, sustainability curriculum innovation, and cross-generational robotics collaboration. He currently serves in the Center for Research Management (Zentrum Forschungsmanagement) at PH Wien, advancing applied research in MINT (STEM) education and educational technology.

• Physical Education
• Health Education
• Higher Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Brent Bradford is a Professor and Co-Chair of the Interdisciplinary Research Cluster on Wellness in the Faculty of Education at Concordia University of Edmonton. His academic journey includes a Bachelor of Education (2000), Diploma in Education (2008), Master of Education (2010), and PhD (2015), all completed at the University of Alberta. Dr. Bradford's research spans physical education, health education, inclusive education, higher education pedagogy, and campus wellness initiatives. His work emphasizes practical applications for educators, with significant focus on physical literacy development, inclusive classroom strategies, and wellness program design. He has secured funding from SSHRC and NSERC for projects related to early childhood physical activity, science communication, and doctoral education experiences. His publications demonstrate consistent focus on innovative teaching methodologies, inclusive education frameworks, and wellness promotion across educational contexts. Recent work frequently addresses pandemic-era educational challenges, alternative learning environments, and cross-cultural comparisons of educational practices. Notable Awards: Alberta Teachers’ Association HPEC Award (2001) PHE Canada Young Professional Award (2003) University of Alberta Graduate Student Teaching Award (2011) Gerald S. Krispin President’s Research Award (2019) Dr. Bradford leads the Interdisciplinary Research Cluster on Wellness and supervises graduate students. He has secured substantial research grants including SSHRC and NSERC funding for projects on student wellness and physical education innovation. As founder of The Doctoral Journey in Education book series, he maintains active research collaborations across institutions.

Marcus Hasselhornمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Educational Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Learning Disorders
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Marcus Hasselhorn is Acting Director at DIPF | Leibniz Institute for Educational Research and Information and serves as a professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at Goethe University Frankfurt's Department 05 Psychology & Sports Science . His career spans over 25 years of leadership roles in educational research, including geschäftsführender Direktor (2012-2019) at DIPF and speaker of the Hessian LOEWE Center IDeA (2008-2019). Professor of Psychology (2007-present) at DIPF Former Director roles (2012-2019) and ongoing Scientific Board membership Leadership in Leibniz Research Network Bildungspotenziale (2013-2025) Research focuses on the ontogenesis of learning prerequisites , learning disorders , and educational diagnostics , particularly examining individual development and adaptive education for at-risk children. His recent work includes computerized learning assessment systems ( LONDI , iLearn ), language acquisition interventions ( BiSS-Transfer ), and inclusive education frameworks ( INCLASS ). Scientific engagement includes: President of German Psychological Society (2006-2008) Editorial leadership in Zeitschrift für Erziehungswissenschaft (2017-2024) Scientific Board member at IDeA Center (2008-present) Advisory roles in Mercator Institute (2013-present) and Kassel University Council (2010-present) Active in developing diagnostic tools like the Frostig Developmental Test of Visual Perception-3 and leading the BRISE initiative for early childhood education. Current projects address neurobehavioral development ( ReAL ), mental health in schools ( Mentale Gesundheit ), and language acquisition ( TRIO ).

Alex Borgellaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Psychology
• Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination
• Intergroup Processes
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Alex Borgella is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, where he also leads the Social Perception Experimentation (SPEx) Lab. He holds a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Tufts University (2017), an M.A. from James Madison University, and a B.A. from the University of West Florida. Prior to joining Fort Lewis College in 2019, he served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Bates College. Ph.D., Social Psychology, Tufts University, 2017 M.A., Psychological Sciences, James Madison University, 2012 B.A., Psychology, University of West Florida, 2010 Dr. Borgella's research centers on social psychological mechanisms of stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination. His work explores intergroup interactions, implicit bias, within-group racial bias, and stereotype threat, particularly in understudied populations such as Indigenous communities, people with multiple stigmatized identities, and in contexts like combat sports and social media. He investigates how identity-related humor can reduce intergroup anxiety and how generative AI representations affect psychosocial well-being. His research has been published in journals including the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology , Psychology of Sport and Exercise , and Humor: International Journal of Humor Research , and has been featured in NPR, Psychology Today, VICE, and Gizmodo. His most recent publications show a strong trend in examining subtle forms of bias in dynamic settings—such as UFC refereeing and social media—and in exploring how stereotype threat manifests across diverse identities, including White individuals in rhythmic performance. His 2024 Mamie Phipps Clark Faculty Research Award supports groundbreaking work on text-to-image AI and racial representation. 2024 Mamie Phipps Clark Faculty Research Award (APA and Psi Chi) Featured Scholar, Fort Lewis College Alice Admire Outstanding Teaching Award Ginny Hutchins Teaching Award for New Faculty Best Educator in Durango FLC Achievement Award Dr. Borgella is a dedicated mentor, supervising numerous undergraduate research projects through the SPEx Lab. Many of his students have presented at national conferences and pursued graduate studies. He teaches core courses such as Research Methods, Social Psychology, and the Senior Research Capstone. He is currently securing funding and mentoring students on projects related to AI, social media bias, and intergroup dynamics. His lab, originally founded at Bates College, is now based at Fort Lewis College and actively recruits undergraduates.

Miguel Ángel Verdugo Alonsoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psychology of Disability
• Intellectual Disability
• Quality of Life
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Miguel Ángel Verdugo Alonso is a Professor at the University of Salamanca, specializing in psychology of disability and human service practices. His research focuses on improving quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities through behavioral interventions and social support systems. Research interests span: Psychology of disability and clinical interventions Intellectual disability assessment methodologies Quality of life measurement frameworks Social adjustment and inclusion strategies Human service delivery models His publications since 1996 demonstrate consistent focus on disability rights, psychological interventions, and policy frameworks. Works emphasize practical applications in human services while advancing theoretical models of inclusion. Honors include: Q6084406 (2022)

• Art History
• Design History
• Irish Visual Culture
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Joseph McBrinn is a Reader at the Belfast School of Art, Ulster University. A scholar with expertise in Irish and British art history, design history, and craft studies, he explores intersections of gender, sexuality, and national identity. Education: MA (Glasgow), PhD (Dublin) Key Research Areas: Queer Theory, Stained Glass, Textile Studies, Irish Modernism His work spans the visual and material culture of the Irish Revival, wartime craft workshops, and the Northern Irish Troubles. Recent publications analyze masculinity in needlework and avant-garde movements in Ireland. He serves on editorial boards of The Journal of Modern Craft and The Irish Arts Review , and has peer-reviewed for international organizations including UKRI AHRC and the German Research Foundation. Awards include recognition from the Historians of British Art (HBA) Book Awards (2023) and grants from the Wellcome Trust and Paul Mellon Centre.

• Irish Studies
• Historical Studies
• Literary Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eamonn O Ciardha is a Reader in Irish/English Literary & Historical Studies at Ulster University's School of Arts & Humanities, Derry~Londonderry campus. His work intersects Irish history, literature, and cultural studies, with a focus on Jacobite resistance, Penal laws, and migration narratives. Research themes include Irish Catholicism, early modern literature, and Brexit border dynamics Recipient of British Academy Major Studentship (1992) Organized conferences on Irish Studies in Europe Active in public engagement through media commentary Advisor to PhD researchers Darren Graham and Antonio Mileo Recent publications explore the Oxford History of the Irish Book, environmental studies of the Foyle river, and Irish poetry anthologies. His academic work contributes to UN SDGs related to cultural preservation and societal progress.

Philip Armourمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Disability Policy
• Social Security
• Labor Economics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Philip Armour is a Professor and Senior Economist at the RAND Corporation , where he also serves as Director of the Ph.D. Program and the RAND Center for Disability Research. His work integrates labor economics, public policy, and health economics to analyze intersections between government programs and workforce behavior. Research Interests: Focuses on disability policy , retirement decision-making , financial security , and military healthcare systems . Employs empirical analysis of Social Security, Workers' Compensation, and DoD/Veterans Administration programs to understand how policy incentives shape individual choices. Key Contributions: Recent publications examine Social Security appeals barriers for homeless populations, military eye examination policies, and pension crisis reform frameworks. Research funded by SSA, DoD, NIOSH, and CFPB. Education: Ph.D. in Economics, Cornell University M.Sc. in Econometrics, London School of Economics