جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Michael W. Yarbroughمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Law and Society
• Marriage Law
• Intersectionality
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Michael W. Yarbrough is an Associate Professor in the Political Science Department at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York (CUNY), where he teaches in the Law & Society major and conducts research on law's role in shaping relationships and intersecting inequalities of race, class, gender, and sexuality. He earned a BA in sociology from the University of Chicago and both a JD and PhD in sociology from Yale University, establishing an interdisciplinary foundation for his scholarship. Yarbrough's research centers on two major projects: a book examining South Africa's expansion of marriage laws for same-sex couples and African customary systems, and the 'After Marriage Equality' series analyzing post-marriage-equality shifts in queer families and activism. His work employs qualitative methods including interviews, emphasizing marginalized voices and the dynamic interplay between state law and social practice, with particular focus on how legal frameworks perpetuate or challenge systemic inequalities. His publications from 2006-2020 reveal consistent thematic threads: analyzing marriage law in South Africa as a lens for understanding broader social transformations, documenting everyday experiences of marginalized communities within legal systems, and highlighting tensions between cultural tradition and progressive change. Key recurring themes include the political economy of bridewealth (lobola), media representation of LGBTQ+ Africans, and historical continuities in marriage struggles. Yarbrough's significant recognition includes: Law & Society Association Article Prize (2019) John Jay College Teaching and Service to Students Awards CUNY Academy of Humanities and Sciences Outstanding Assistant Professor (2019) He actively mentors undergraduates through the Legal Disruption Project, a student-led initiative examining how law impacts John Jay students' lives, and has received institutional awards for both teaching excellence and student service. His collaborative editorial projects—including the 'After Marriage Equality' trilogy and the forthcoming 'Handbook of Law, Movements, and Social Change'—demonstrate sustained engagement with academic-practitioner knowledge exchange. Yarbrough maintains active collaborations with CLAGS: The Center for LGBTQ Studies and works with colleagues including Angela Jones, Joseph Nicholas DeFilippis, Steven Boutcher, and Corey Shdaimah on interdisciplinary projects bridging legal scholarship, social movements, and pedagogy.

Dongsheng Zangمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Trade Law
• Comparative Chinese Law
• Legal Philosophy and Theory
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Dongsheng Zang is an Associate Professor of Law at the University of Washington School of Law , where he teaches International Law , Chinese Law , and related seminars. He joined the faculty full-time in 2006 after serving as a visiting professor (2005-06). His research spans international trade law , comparative Chinese law , and constitutional theory in cyberspace . Education : S.J.D. and LL.M. from Harvard Law School (2004, 1996), LL.M. from Renmin University (1994), LL.B. from Beijing College of Economics (1991). His work examines surveillance states , data privacy , and legal responses to AI . Recent articles in University of Pittsburgh Law Review and Wisconsin International Law Journal analyze data ownership and cyber-sovereignty. He has presented at institutions including Harvard, Cornell, and Tsinghua University. Scientific Awards : 2004 Yong K. Kim '95 prize for his S.J.D. dissertation on international trade jurisprudence. Professor Zang frequently comments on rule of law erosion in Hong Kong , appearing in Vox , France24 , and El Mercurio . He has served as a panelist for the Washington State Bar Association and University of Washington climate law events.

Lucy Fiskeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Human Rights
• Refugee and Asylum Seeker Studies
• Transitional Justice
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Dr. Lucy Fiske is a Senior Lecturer in Social and Political Sciences at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) , where she has been employed since 2018. Previously, she held academic positions at Curtin University (2003–2014) and the Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies at Sydney University (2011–2015), followed by a Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellowship at UTS (2014–2018). Her research and teaching focus on human rights , refugee and asylum seeker experiences , and gender justice in post-conflict settings , grounded in her prior social work practice with displaced populations. Lucy’s academic work examines how refugees in prolonged transit (particularly Indonesia) accumulate social and cultural capital despite statelessness. She theorizes citizenship as a social practice , explores friendship as resistance to state power, and critiques Australian immigration detention policies. Her co-edited volume Rethinking Transitional Gender Justice (2019) and monograph Human Rights, Refugee Protest and Immigration Detention (2016) are foundational texts in the field. Her 15 most recent articles analyze intersections of disability and race in Australian immigration, Hazara refugee strategies in Indonesia, and transitional justice in post-conflict societies, with fieldwork-based insights from the DRC, Uganda, and Kenya . Lucy serves on the editorial board of Sociological Perspectives on Human Rights and Development , leads the UTS-LBW Trust Refugee Teacher Training program , and is a Research Integrity Advisor for FASS. She supervises PhD and Master’s students on topics including refugee education and post-conflict trauma interventions .

• Equity and community-based research
• LGBTQ2S+ youth advocacy
• Food systems and local governance
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Dr. Leigh Potvin (she/her) is an Associate Professor and Director at the School of Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism, Lakehead University. Her work bridges education, social justice, and environmental concerns through community-based research. Education: PhD (Socio/Cultural and Political Contexts of Education, Lakehead University, 2017); M.Ed. (2011); B.Ed. (2005); B.A. (Political Science and African Studies, McGill University, 2003). Leigh's research focuses on equity and LGBTQ2S+ youth advocacy in educational settings, including food justice in Cape Breton and body politics in outdoor recreation. Her recent publications explore intersections of queer pedagogy, fat studies, and community resilience, emphasizing allyship and systemic reform. She has received SSHRC funding for community-based food justice research and advocates for inclusive policies in education and outdoor spaces, particularly addressing fat-inclusion and active transportation. Dr. Potvin mentors students and collaborates with teams on projects integrating social justice, environmental studies, and educational reform.

Brenda Chalfinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Waste
• Cities
• Infrastructure
• +۲۲ مورد دیگر

Brenda Chalfin is Professor of Anthropology and African Studies at the University of Florida, where she also serves as Director of the Center for African Studies (2016–present). She has held affiliations with multiple interdisciplinary centers including the Center for International Business Education and Research and the School of Natural Resources and the Environment. Research Focus: At the intersection of political and economic anthropology, Chalfin examines urban infrastructure, state processes, maritime governance, and material flows (waste, oil, plastics). Her work spans Ghanaian cities like Tema and Takoradi, analyzing neoliberal state practices, border dynamics, and techno-political systems. Key Projects: Author of Waste Works: Vital Politics in Urban Ghana (2023) and Neoliberal Frontiers (2010), she explores infrastructural breakdown, port governance, and plastic futures through collaborative design charettes and 'Lateral Anthropology' pedagogy. Current research involves plastic studies with Ghana's University for Development Studies and Nuku Studio. Scientific Recognition: Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton) fellowship Woodrow Wilson International Center fellowship Radcliffe Institute fellowship Three successive US Department of Education Title VI grants National Science Foundation Doctoral Dissertation Improvement Grant (2015) Academic Contributions: Supervised 20 PhD students, teaches graduate courses on Economic Anthropology and Infrastructure, and co-designed interdisciplinary courses like Impact of Materials on Society . Has served on editorial boards of Journal of Modern African Studies and Environment and Planning D: Society and Space .

Maria Vittoria Ferroniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Administrative Law
• Environmental Law
• Public Procurement Law
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Maria Vittoria Ferroni is an Associate Professor of Administrative Law at the Department of Political Sciences , University of Rome La Sapienza . Her career spans teaching, research, and interdisciplinary projects focusing on urban regeneration, environmental law, public procurement, and administrative procedures. She has held teaching roles since 2014 and coordinates the ComuneCondiviso laboratory for urban regeneration. Education: PhD in Public Economics Law (2005), Law Degree summa cum laude (1995) from La Sapienza. Her research interests include administrative law, environmental law, urban regeneration, and alternative methods to animal testing. She has led major interdisciplinary projects on urban regeneration and animal testing regulations. Recent publications highlight biodiversity law, public procurement reforms, and urban informality. She has presented at conferences across Europe and authored chapters in key legal treatises. Teaching and Leadership: She teaches Environmental Law and Administrative Law at La Sapienza, and has contributed to doctoral programs. Her work bridges legal theory with practical applications in public administration and urban policy.

Gianluca Senatoreمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sustainability Studies
• Environmental Sociology
• Smart Cities
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Gianluca Senatore is a Researcher at the Department of Political Science of Sapienza University of Rome . He teaches courses such as Sociology of Administration and Organization and Sociology , with classes held in Room XIII and Classroom C respectively. Research Focus: Sustainability studies, smart cities, circular economy, and cultural transitions in environmental governance. Office Hours: Student reception every Thursday from 12:00 to 13:00 in Room 16 (second floor and a half). Key Research Themes: His work emphasizes the culturalization of sustainability, interdisciplinary approaches to ecological transition, and the role of local governance in implementing the Agenda 2030. Recent publications highlight the integration of traditional knowledge into sustainability frameworks and the socio-political dynamics of environmental movements. Projects: Leads research initiatives like Sostenibilità e responsabilità: La nuova frontiera dello sviluppo and collaborates with the Sostenibilia research group.

Vajra M. Watsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education
• Social Justice
• Racial Equity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Vajra M. Watson serves as the Dean of the School of Education at the University of Redlands and as a Professor of Educational Leadership and Racial Justice at Sacramento State University. Her work focuses on transforming educational systems through equity-centered practices, bridging spirituality, activism, and pedagogy. She has previously held leadership roles, including Senior Associate Vice President at Sacramento State University, where she advanced academic planning and cross-sector collaboration. Education: B.A. from UC Berkeley M.A. in International Education, Harvard University M.A. in Teaching and Learning, Harvard University Ed.D. in Administration, Planning, and Social Policy from Harvard’s Graduate School of Education Dr. Watson’s research interrogates systemic racism in education, advocating for community-based solutions and holistic learning . She pioneers pedagogical frameworks that integrate somatic, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, as detailed in her book The Soul of Learning . Her scholarship emphasizes urban education reform , sacred pedagogy , and youth agency , particularly for marginalized communities. Her publications, including Transformative Schooling and Learning to Liberate , highlight interdisciplinary methodologies and collaborative research with community stakeholders. Themes of racial equity, contemplative practices, and activism recur across her work. Scientific Awards: Congressional Woman of the Year Award NBA Sacramento Kings Woman of Inspiration Award AERA Social Justice Leadership Award Dr. Watson advises on educational policy, emphasizing community partnerships and innovative program delivery . Her current leadership at Redlands focuses on enrollment growth and reimagining educational frameworks in collaboration with faculty.

Katharine Tintoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure
• Criminal Defense
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Katharine Tinto serves as Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Criminal Justice Clinic at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, with a courtesy faculty appointment in the Department of Criminology, Law & Society. She teaches courses including Advanced Criminal Justice Clinic, Criminal Justice Clinic, and Evidence. Professor Tinto's research and practice focus on criminal law, criminal justice, the intersection of criminal law and immigration law (crimmigration), and indigent criminal defense. Her expertise extends to federal compassionate release, clemency, policing reform, and reentry services. Prior to joining UCI Law in July 2016, she taught at Cardozo School of Law and NYU School of Law. Her scholarly work examines critical issues in criminal justice, particularly undercover policing tactics, stash house stings, and their disproportionate impact on communities of color. Her publications reveal a consistent focus on challenging systemic inequities in the criminal legal system and advocating for meaningful reforms. Public Counsel 2023 Pro Bono Honoree Appointed to Judicial Council of California's Advisory Committee on Criminal Jury Instructions As Director of the Criminal Justice Clinic, Professor Tinto has led the Compassionate Release and Excessive Sentences Project since 2019, securing the release of 26 clients as of May 2025, including 14 who were serving life or effective life sentences. The clinic represents clients across multiple federal jurisdictions and has gained national recognition for its impactful work. Under her leadership, the clinic has expanded to address critical issues at the intersection of criminal law and immigration consequences.

Annika Manniمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Education for Sustainable Development
• Outdoor Learning Environments
• Early Childhood Education
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Annika Manni is an Associate Professor at the Department of Applied Educational Sciences, Umeå University. Her work focuses on sustainability education, outdoor learning environments, and socio-material discourses in educational settings. She leads research projects examining how preschool and school-age children engage with sustainability through outdoor practices and material culture. Research interests include: Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Youth Climate Literacy Material-Spatial Pedagogy Emotional Dimensions of Learning Whole School Sustainability Approaches Recent publications highlight her work on: Outdoor physical activity in preschools Socio-material interactions in educational spaces Climate fiction as pedagogical tool Green School Movement analysis Scientific awards include: Distinguished University Teacher Manni collaborates with researchers in Sweden and internationally, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to sustainability education. She participates in the Preschool Umeå Science Education Research (UmSER) group and has led projects on emotions, values, and meaning-making in ESD from 2012-2015 and outdoor learning environments for sustainability.

Lina Strupinskienėمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Comparative Politics
• Political Sociology
• International Relations
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Dr. Lina Strupinskienė is an Associate Professor at the Institute of International Relations and Political Science of Vilnius University . Her research focuses on Comparative Politics , Transitional Justice , and Western Balkans studies. BA in Political Science (VU) MA in Conflict Studies and Human Rights (Utrecht University) PhD in Political Science (VU, 2015) Lina specializes in post-conflict reconciliation , ICTY impact assessment , and grassroots justice mobilization . Her recent work examines EU enlargement policies and hybrid threats in the Western Balkans. Key publication trends include: ICTY's role in post-Yugoslav justice Transitional justice mechanisms EU security and enlargement strategies War crimes prosecution dynamics She serves as Deputy Director for Studies at IIRPS VU and contributes to the Hybrid CoE Western Balkans Experts Pool . Her teaching covers ethnic conflict analysis and transitional justice .

Tomas Hellströmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Research Policy
• Research Evaluation
• Science Funding Mechanisms
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tomas Hellström is a Professor at Lund University's Faculty of Economics and Management, affiliated with CIRCLE (Center for Innovation, Research and Competence in the Learning Economy). His academic profile centers on the organization of research, evaluation methodologies, and the impact of research policies on science and knowledge production. His research spans critical areas including research policy analysis, funding mechanisms, knowledge production frameworks, and the sociology of academic work. Hellström examines how excellence funding schemes influence researcher behavior, how relevance is established in social sciences and humanities, and the challenges of cross-sectoral mobility in research careers. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical implications for research management and policy development, with particular attention to university-industry collaborations, governance of interdisciplinary research, and evaluation of research impact. Hellström's recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on the tensions between traditional academic values and emerging demands for societal relevance in research. His work explores methodological approaches to studying research organization and the practical implications of policy decisions on research practices. He has led and contributed to significant research projects including KNOWSCIENCE (2016-2021), Urban Arena (ongoing since 2022), and Priority-setting for research, development, and innovation (ongoing since 2015). His collaborative network extends across multiple institutions and countries, reflecting his engagement with international research communities focused on science policy and research evaluation. Hellström has supervised PhD students, served as guest editor for academic journals including Studies in Higher Education, and organized academic conferences such as the KNOWSCIENCE project conference in 2018. His work contributes to several UN Sustainable Development Goals through research on knowledge production and policy frameworks.

Mel Fillmoreمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Indigenous Policy and Governance
• Indigenous Methodologies
• Collaborative Governance
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Mel Fillmore (they/them/she/her) is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Native American Studies at the University of Oklahoma (Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences). A citizen of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, Fillmore's research focuses on Indigenous policy, collaborative governance, and the intersection of sovereignty with data sovereignty. They hold a PhD in Public Policy and Administration from Boise State University (2024) and have conducted groundbreaking research on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) in Idaho. B.S. Political Science, International Relations (2009), Boise State University M.A. Political Science (2019), Boise State University Graduate Certificate, User Experience Research (2022), Department of Anthropology PhD, Public Policy and Administration (2024), Boise State University Their work examines how US federalism transforms when tribes lead policy collaborations, particularly in MMIP initiatives. Fillmore's 2024 dissertation Redefining Missing in the Third Space of Sovereignty argues for Indigenous ancestral wisdom to reshape governance structures. Key publications include: 2022: Elevating MMIP Efforts (The Blue Review) 2021: HCR33 Report on Idaho MMIP 2019: Decolonizing Urban Indian Institutions (Boise State Theses and Dissertations) Honors include the Idaho HCR33 Research Contract, APSA Diversity and Inclusion Grant, and Center for the Study of Federalism Grant. Fillmore has presented extensively on Indigenous politics and MMIP at conferences and institutions, including the University of Oklahoma (2024), APSC (2023), and the 2nd Annual MMIW Conference (2023). Fillmore previously taught courses on Indigenous methodologies and social change at Boise State University and worked as a data analyst for the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence. They co-chaired the Inaugural Indigenous Politics, Sovereignty, and Governance Section of the Western Political Science Association (2024) and served on Boise State's Land Acknowledgment Committee (2023-2024).

Sara Riggareمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Digital Health
• Patient Empowerment
• Self-Tracking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sara Riggare is a researcher at Uppsala University, affiliated with the Department of Women's and Children's Health and the Center for Disability Research. Her work focuses on digital health, patient empowerment, and self-tracking in chronic disease management, particularly for Parkinson's disease. Academic Affiliation: Uppsala University Departments: Department of Women's and Children's Health, Center for Disability Research Emails: sara.riggare@uu.se , sara.riggare@cff.uu.se Academic Rank: Researcher Her research explores patient-centered approaches to healthcare innovation, including co-creation methodologies, the impact of digital health technologies, and patient-driven research models. She actively investigates how patients can contribute to medical knowledge through self-tracking and citizen science initiatives. Recent publications highlight her work on generative AI in clinical documentation, empowering capabilities of chronic disease patients through digital tools, and ethical dimensions of patient-initiated research. While no formal awards are listed, her contributions span collaborative studies on safety-netting strategies, user-led interventions, and democratization of healthcare decision-making. Sara's collaborations include studies on patient-clinician communication, Nordic health data policies, and global comparisons of patient engagement with medical records. She advocates for patient-driven innovations and plays a key role in conferences like PxP, which prioritize patient perspectives in research.

Jack Vowlesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Political science
• Electoral systems
• Voter behavior
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Professor Jack Vowles is a political scientist at Victoria University of Wellington , specializing in comparative politics , voting behavior , and globalization's impact on democracy . He has led the New Zealand Election Study since 1996 and held prestigious grants including the James Cook Fellowship and Marsden Fund projects (2017-2020). His research spans electoral systems , referendums , and public opinion , with a focus on how globalization affects government accountability and voter decision-making . BA and MA from University of Auckland; PhD in Canada (University of British Columbia) Worked at multiple New Zealand universities and UK's University of Exeter Co-led Comparative Study of Electoral Systems (CSES) planning committee for a decade His publications analyze referendum outcomes (2011 UK AV vote), globalization's effect on party strategies , and voter turnout patterns in New Zealand. Teaching includes courses like POLS 232: Citizen Politics and POLS 407: Democracy Participation . Scientific awards include Royal Society of New Zealand fellowship and Marie Curie Reintegration Grant . Collaborations span institutions in Oxford , Exeter , and California .