Prof. Dr. Solmaz Aydın Beytur is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Education, Kafkas University , Turkey, since 2023. Previously, she served as Associate Professor (2018-2023) and Assistant Professor (2014-2018) at the same institution. She earned her Ph.D. (2012) and Master’s (2008) in Biology Education from Gazi University, and a Bachelor’s (2004) from Selçuk University. Research focuses on Biology Education , Self-Regulated Learning , and Project-Based Learning . Her 15 most recent articles (2011-2023) explore topics like student motivation, science misconceptions, brain-based learning, environmental ethics, and curriculum analysis. Key subfields include Genetically Modified Organisms in Education , Neuroeducation , and Psychometric Scale Development . She has supervised 7 master’s/Ph.D. students in research areas such as Student Motivation , Science Anxiety , and Self-Regulated Learning . Her editorial roles include co-editing books like Biyoloji Öğretimi (2016) and contributing book chapters on topics like Plant Tissues (2021) and Genetic Variations (2019).
Bünyamin AYDIN is an Associate Professor at Kastamonu University's Faculty of Theology, Department of Fundamental Islamic Sciences. He has held academic positions at Süleyman Demirel University (2012-2021) as a Research Assistant and at Kastamonu University (2021-present) as a Doctor Lecturer before his promotion to Associate Professor in 2024. His research focuses on Arabic language, linguistics, Quranic exegesis, and grammatical analysis , with a particular interest in semantics, rhetorical structures, and classical Islamic texts . PhD in Fundamental Islamic Sciences (2018), Süleyman Demirel University MA in Islamic Jurisprudence (2007), Erciyes University BA in Theology (2003), Marmara University Aydn's scholarly work spans comparative linguistic theories , including intersections between Aristotelian logic and Arabic grammar , and modern reinterpretations of classical Arabic poetic and grammatical traditions . His publications address contextual semantics in Quranic interpretation , grammatical puzzles in classical Arabic , and evolving morphological frameworks . He has contributed to TÜBİTAK-funded projects on topics like Quranic idiomatic expressions and grammatical ambiguity . Aydn serves as an advisor for master’s theses , editorial board member for journals like Hitit İlahiyat Dergisi , and conference organizer for international symposia on Islamic studies. His teaching portfolio includes courses on Arabic grammar, classical poetry (Muallakat), and linguistic theories in Islamic civilization .
Prof. Dr. Osman DÜZGÜN is a faculty member at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University , serving as Professor in the Department of Eastern Languages and Literatures under the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences . He has held various administrative roles including Head of Department since 2017 and Deputy Head of Department since 2018. Doctorate (2011): "Society, Family, and Religion in Abu'l-'Ala al-Ma'arrî's Ludûmiyyât" at Ankara University Master's (2006): "Muwashshahas of Muhyiddin Ibn 'Arabi" at Ankara University Bachelor's (2003): Arabic Language and Literature at Ankara University His research focuses on translation studies, Arabic dialects, migration education, and cultural/educational aspects of Arabic literature. His work examines translation losses in literary texts, cultural affinity in translation, and contemporary methods in Arabic translation programs. Recent publications address translation challenges in Arabic-Turkish contexts, cultural preservation in folk literature, and pedagogical approaches to simultaneous interpretation. He has supervised 9 thesis students across postgraduate levels, contributing to studies on Arabic literature, translation losses, and sociocultural themes in novels. Professional engagements include coordinating international exchange programs (Mevlana, Erasmus) and serving on scientific committees for academic institutions.
Szilárd Svitek is Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Mathematics at the Faculty of Economics and Informatics, J. Selye University , Komárno, Slovakia. Holding a PhD in the Theory of Mathematics and Informatics Education, he has continuously served the university since 2018, leading curriculum development and research initiatives while lecturing in both Slovak and Hungarian. Education 2012–2015: Teaching of German Language & Literature and Mathematics – Faculty of Education, J. Selye University 2015–2017: Master’s continuation in the same programme – Faculty of Education, J. Selye University 2020–2024: PhD in Theory of Teaching Mathematics and Informatics – Faculty of Economics and Informatics, J. Selye University Research Focus His scholarly work straddles pure mathematics and mathematics education . In pure mathematics he investigates densities, distribution and convergence properties of numerical sequences, while in education he explores digital distance learning, comparative competences of Slovak and Hungarian secondary students, and innovative didactic methods including visualization and open-ended problem solving. Publications & Impact Since 2021 he has authored or co-authored 20 scholarly outputs indexed in Web of Science Core Collection, Scopus and Current Contents Connect, accruing 19 citations (10 without self-citations). His works appear in journals such as Mathematics (MDPI), Journal of Humanistic Mathematics and Annales Mathematicae et Informaticae . Grants & Projects VEGA 1/0663/19 (2019–2021): Analysis of science & mathematics education in secondary schools and innovation of subject-didactic content VEGA 1/0386/21 (2021–2023): Reasons for student success/failure in mathematics with emphasis on electronic distance education VEGA 1/0776/21 (2021–2023): Densities, distribution and convergence properties of number sequences Department Leadership & Collaboration As Head of the Department of Mathematics, he coordinates curriculum design, supervises junior colleagues and fosters international cooperation, notably through Erasmus+ partnerships and cross-border Slovak–Hungarian educational projects.
Marie-Line Brunet is an Associate Professor of French at Ball State University’s Department of Modern Languages and Classics within the College of Sciences and Humanities. Her work bridges cinema and literature, focusing on migration, Renoir studies, and pedagogical innovation. Ph.D. in French and Francophone Studies (20th/21st Century Literature & Cinema), Indiana University-Bloomington (2013) MA in French and Francophone Studies, Indiana University-Bloomington Maîtrise in English, Université Paris X Nanterre Her research explores the interplay between cinematic and literary mediums, with particular attention to francophone migration narratives, Renoir’s cinematic techniques, and pedagogical strategies integrating film into language instruction. Recent publications analyze contemporary French cinema’s sociopolitical engagement, disability representation, and interdisciplinary approaches to teaching. Notable awards include the 2021 French for Specific Purposes Teaching Diploma (DDIFOS) from the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Teaching experience spans English and French institutions, covering language sequences to specialized courses like French Cinema and Francophone Island Hopping.
Dr. Asil DERİN is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Special Education, Dede Korkut Faculty of Education, Kafkas University. Her academic career focuses on curriculum development and inclusive education for visually impaired students. Research Interests: She specializes in special education, curriculum and instruction, program flexibility in higher education, inclusive learning environments, and teacher training. Her work emphasizes structural equation modeling, early warning systems, and educational reforms. Recent Publication Trends: Her 2024–2025 articles explore program agility, accreditation challenges, social skills instruction, and accessibility for visually impaired students in higher education. Topics span from Turkey to international conferences in Romania, Macedonia, and Italy. Education: She earned a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Atatürk University in 2021, focusing on special education and teacher training.
Dr. Sebastiaan van Bommel serves as an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University within the Department of Languages, Literature and Communication under the Humanities Institute for Cultural Inquiry . His work focuses on Classical Education , Latin and Greek Didactics , and the History of Humanities , particularly examining the challenges in modern classical language teaching and the revival of 'living Latin' pedagogy. Education: PhD in Classical Philology (2013, Utrecht University) Institutions: Utrecht University (current), Athenaeum Illustre (founding member) Research Interests revolve around the tension between traditional translation-based classical education and innovative active language teaching methods. He critically analyzes the inefficiency in Dutch gymnasium Latin/Greek instruction, advocates for the viva Latinitas movement, and explores how 19th-century German educational models influenced modern humanistic training. Teaching Methodologies show his commitment to transforming classical education through approaches like Hans Ørberg's Familia Romana , emphasizing comprehension from Latin itself rather than decomposition-based translation. He co-founded the Athenaeum Illustre (2012) to promote classical-humanistic literary study. Publications & Impact include critiques of Dutch classical education systems and analyses of historical pedagogical models. His work Between 'Bildung' and 'Wissenschaft' (2015) remains influential in debates about scientific education ideals. Academic Roles : Currently: Assistant Professor in Modern and Contemporary Literature at Utrecht University Editor, Piano Bulletin (2005-2008) Classical Music Critic, NRC Handelsblad (2011-2014) Chairman, Teachers' Collective Foundation (since 2023)
Johanna Pejlare is a Senior Lecturer in the Algebra and Geometry department at Chalmers University of Technology's Department of Mathematical Sciences. Her academic work bridges historical mathematical research with contemporary mathematics education practice. Her primary research focuses on the history of Swedish mathematics education, particularly examining early Swedish mathematics textbooks from the 17th and 18th centuries. She investigates how mathematical concepts were introduced in Sweden and analyzes the historical relationship between algebra and geometry, with special attention to figures like Anders Gabriel Duhre, who translated Euclid's Elements into Swedish in 1721 while placing geometric theorems in algebraic contexts. Pejlare actively contributes to educational development through the Akelius Math Learning Lab, a collaboration between Chalmers University of Technology, University of Gothenburg, and Akelius Math AB, which develops freely available digital teaching materials for use in refugee camps and resource-scarce schools. Her recent research includes cross-national comparative studies of equation solving strategies, programming integration in mathematics education, and historical perspectives on algebra education. She has led significant projects including 'Programming for learning in mathematics' (2019-2021) and participated in the VR project 'Towards research-based teaching in algebra' (2016-2019). Her work demonstrates strong international collaboration, particularly with Nordic researchers. Active in the research group TLM (Teaching and Learning of Mathematics) Member of N2AL (Nordic Network for Algebra Learning) Advisory board member for HPM (International Study Group on the relations between History and Pedagogy of Mathematics) Within her department, Pejlare serves as chairman of the Library Committee and as a member of the Research Committee, demonstrating her commitment to institutional academic development.
Shawn Loewen serves as Professor and Associate Chair for Graduate Studies in Michigan State University's Department of Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures within the College of Arts & Letters. He directs the Second Language Studies (SLS) program and teaches second language acquisition and quantitative research methods courses. His educational background includes an MA from Temple University and PhD from the University of Auckland. Loewen's research centers on instructed second language acquisition (ISLA) , second language interaction , and quantitative methodology , with particular focus on bridging SLA research and classroom practice. He investigates how teachers engage with research and how mobile-assisted language learning impacts pedagogy. His recent publications reveal strong trends in mobile language learning effectiveness (Duolingo/Babbel studies), research-practice interface challenges, and methodological rigor in SLA. He examines nonverbal feedback mechanisms, synchronous communication platforms, and pronunciation acquisition through both empirical and theoretical lenses. His scientific recognition includes: Fulbright award for Polish University collaboration (2021) As SLS program director, Loewen fostered the graduate community that earned MSU's 2018 Outstanding Graduate Program Community Award. Since 2018, he has served as associate editor of The Modern Language Journal while securing research grants including the Fulbright. Though specific advisees aren't listed, his leadership roles indicate active graduate mentorship across second language studies. Loewen maintains active involvement in the SLS program and collaborates on language learning technology projects, frequently addressing media inquiries about language app efficacy as seen in Kiplinger's 2024 coverage.
Veronique Paolacci is a Senior Lecturer in Language Sciences at the University of Toulouse - Jean Jaurès, affiliated with the National Higher Institute of Teaching and Education (INSPÉ) and the CLLE-ERSS-UMR 5263 laboratory. Since 2009, she has focused on didactic approaches to learners' writing, grammar, punctuation, and teacher training. Her work spans primary and secondary education, emphasizing sentence structure and text segmentation. Doctorate in Language Sciences (2005, University of Toulouse II-Le Mirail) DEA in Language Sciences (2000) Agrégation of Modern Letters (1998) CAPES in Modern Literature (1992) Her research investigates pedagogical strategies for writing instruction, comparing French and Brazilian educational practices. Key projects include analyzing sentence segmentation in student texts, innovating punctuation teaching, and integrating multimodal tools like emoticons. She co-supervises doctoral research and manages large-scale teacher training programs. Recent publications highlight cross-cultural differences in writing proficiency and the role of institutional prescriptions in shaping grammar instruction. She actively contributes to conferences on didactic methods and educational innovation. As co-facilitator of the DILIFOR axis since 2020, she drives collaborative research in language teaching and student assessment. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with classroom practices, particularly for primary education.
Massimiliano M. Schiraldi is a Full Professor of Industrial Plants at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, where he teaches Industrial Plants and Production Management at the School of Engineering. He also teaches Lean Production and Operations Management in the Master's program in Business Engineering. His academic appointment is in the Department of Business Engineering (IIND-05). Professor Schiraldi received his PhD in Management Engineering in 2003 and has been teaching Operations Management subjects since 2000. His research interests span multiple areas of industrial engineering and operations management, including production systems management, logistics and supply chain optimization, industrial plant design, production cost reduction techniques, and production information systems. He has pioneered approaches in Lean Production, Six Sigma standards, and advanced production management techniques with hybrid kanban systems. Professor Schiraldi's recent publications demonstrate his continued leadership in operations management, with a focus on digital transformation, performance measurement, Industry 4.0 technologies, and the human factor in operations excellence. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in manufacturing and service industries. Co-Editor of the International Journal of Engineering Business Management (Sage) Area-Editor (Supply Chain Management & Logistics) of Computers and Industrial Engineering (Elsevier) Reviewer for many primary international journals including International Journal of Production Research and International Journal of Logistics Systems and Management Professor Schiraldi has supervised over 20 PhD students and more than 300 undergraduate theses, many of which were conducted in collaboration with major Italian and multinational companies. He has participated in over 50 research and consulting projects with industrial companies at national and international levels. He established the Operations Excellence Think Tank and has served in numerous administrative roles at the university, including as Rector's Delegate for major events and coordinator of university merchandising and social media. He maintains strong industry connections with companies including Amazon, Ferrero, Calzedonia, Gucci, Ferrari, Johnson & Johnson, and many others across various sectors. Internationally, he serves as a Guest Professor at Guizhou University of Finance & Economics in China and a Visiting International Fellow at the University of Essex in the UK.
Jose Manuel Dominguez Alonso is a researcher at the University of Vigo , affiliated with the Faculty of Sciences and the Marine Research Center . His work focuses on Earth Physics and Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) applications in marine and renewable energy systems. He is part of the FA9 EphysLab research group at the Ourense campus. Education: PhD in Applied Physics from the University of Vigo (2014) under advisors Dr. Moncho Gómez Gesteira and Dr. Alejandro Jacobo Cabrera Crespo. His research explores fluid dynamics , off-shore wind turbines , wave energy converters , and fluid-structure interaction . He has developed DualSPHPhysics for high-performance computing in marine environments. His recent articles (2024-2025) emphasize teaching numerical modeling to students, 3D hydrodynamic analysis , and coupled simulation techniques . His work bridges computational methods with real-world marine engineering challenges like coastal protection and renewable energy optimization.
María Isabel Mociño González is a full-time Professor at the Department of Special Didactics, Faculty of Education and Social Work, University of Santiago de Compostela. She works at the Ourense Campus and is affiliated with the research group RITME (Reflection, Innovation, Transfer and Educational Improvement). Her research focuses on the Didactics of Language and Literature, with an emphasis on children's and young adult science fiction narratives in Galician and Portuguese literatures. University: University of Santiago de Compostela School: Faculty of Education and Social Work Department: Special Didactics Research Group: RITME Her recent publications (2023-2025) highlight her work on educational innovation, narrative analysis, and cultural studies. These articles explore themes such as historical representation in graphic narratives, bilingual literacy, and interdisciplinary teaching methods. Her research integrates pedagogical practices with literary analysis, emphasizing gender, cultural identity, and social issues. Key Areas: Children's Literature, Science Fiction, Educational Technology Collaborations: Blanca Ana Roig Rechou, Ana Margarida Ramos, Carmen Ferreira Boo She supervises theses in comparative literature and contributes to educational policy discussions. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in literacy instruction and teacher training.
Dr. Chernova Irina Viktorivna is an Associate Professor at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University's Faculty of Business Technologies and Economics, Department of Business and Management. With a Candidate of Philological Sciences degree (1999) and Master's in Architecture (2021), her expertise bridges Ukrainian cultural history with modern business communication. Specializes in Management Psychology , Public Relations , and Corporate Branding Developed 120+ scientific works including 3 Web of Science/Scopus publications Led international educational projects with Prometheus and DVV International Her research examines: Branding and Digital Marketing strategies Communication Systems in post-conflict management Historical Preservation in urban development Recent publications analyze: Ukraine's national image in global economics Ukrainian business communication challenges Psychopedagogical motivation frameworks
Lynne Honey is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at MacEwan University's Faculty of Arts and Science. Her research focuses on evolutionary psychology, social learning, and behavioral neuroscience, with particular emphasis on social dominance dynamics and their relationship to personality traits like the Dark Triad in human behavior. She also actively contributes to pedagogical innovation through evidence-based teaching methods. PhD in Psychology (Learning and Behavior), McMaster University BA in Psychology, Algoma University Dr. Honey's research spans two primary domains: (1) social dominance and personality traits , examining sex differences in dominance attainment and perception, and (2) behavioral pedagogy , developing novel teaching approaches including flipped classrooms and blended learning. Recent publications analyze evolutionary perspectives on human sexuality, dominance strategies, and educational methodologies. Her work appears in journals like Evolutionary Psychological Science and Frontiers in Psychology , with a 2025 focus on authentic assessment techniques and a 2024 study on sexual orientation differences in Dark Triad traits. Earlier research explored animal models of ethanol consumption inheritance, demonstrating her interdisciplinary approach across behavioral neuroscience and evolutionary theory. ACIFA Award for Innovation in Teaching (2013) Member: Human Behavior and Evolution Society, Canadian Society for Brain/Behavior/Cognitive Science, Society for Personality and Social Psychology, Society for the Teaching of Psychology Dr. Honey supervises senior student research projects on social dominance while teaching courses ranging from Principles of Learning and Behavior to Advanced Evolutionary Psychology . She co-authored the textbook Introduction to Learning and Behavior (5th Edition) and develops educational resources including test banks and study guides.
