جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Carlos Eduardo Suprinyakمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• History of Political Economy
• Economic Methodology
• Economic History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carlos Eduardo Suprinyak is an Associate Professor of Economics and Management at the American University of Paris (AUP), where he has been since 2021. His academic journey includes roles at Brazil's Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) and visiting fellowships at the University of Chicago, Duke University, and Université Lumière Lyon 2. He currently serves as Vice President of the Latin American Society for the History of Economic Thought (ALAHPE) and Secretary of the History of Economics Society (HES). His research focuses on the history of political economy, with expertise in economic methodology, international trade, and development economics, particularly in Latin America and early modern Europe. Suprinyak holds a Habilitation from Bourgogne-Franche-Comté University (2021), a Ph.D. from UFMG (2010), and degrees from Brazilian institutions. His work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Craufurd Goodwin Prize (2017 and 2023) and the ESHET Young Researcher Award (2019). His research explores historical intersections of economics and politics, such as trade policy debates in 17th-century England, interwar international order, and the Cold War-era shaping of Latin American economics. He has co-edited volumes like *Political Economy and International Order in Interwar Europe* (2020) and *The Political Economy of Latin American Independence* (2017), and authored studies on figures like Nicholas Georgescu-Roegen and Lionel Robbins. Suprinyak teaches courses in macroeconomics, international economics, and the history of political economy. His grants and fellowships include a Fulbright award and a visiting research fellowship at Duke University’s Center for the History of Political Economy.

Jung Woo Leeمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sport Diplomacy and International Relations
• Sport Mega-Event Studies
• Sport Nationalism and Identity Politics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Jung Woo Lee is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Leisure Policy at Moray House School of Education and Sport, University of Edinburgh. He serves as Deputy Director of Research, Engagement and Impact at Moray House (2025–present), Research Director of the Scottish Centre for Olympic Research and Education (SCORE), and Guest Module Leader at the German Sport University Cologne’s MA Olympic Studies Programme. His roles include editorial board memberships for journals like International Journal of Sport Communication and Palgrave’s Sport in Asia series. Lee’s research focuses on sport diplomacy, mega-events, nationalism, media, and cultural studies, with particular attention to Korean Peninsula dynamics and East Asian geopolitics. His research interests span sport mega-events’ socio-political impacts, Olympic diplomacy, intercultural connections via sport (e.g., Gaelic games in East Asia), and sport nationalism. He leads projects funded by the British Academy, University of Edinburgh, and Korean/Taiwanese governments. Lee is affiliated with Edinburgh Critical Studies in Sport (ECSS) and actively engages in international conferences, addressing topics like North Korean women’s football, Sino-US-Qatari dynamics in the 2027 FIBA World Cup, and post-colonial sport cultures in Taiwan/South Korea. Lee has received prestigious fellowships from the Academy of Korean Studies (2022) and Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (2018). His work bridges academia and policy, emphasizing sport’s role in diplomacy, identity formation, and global cultural politics.

Sylvia Kesper-Biermannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Historical Education Research
• Comics and Education
• Post-Colonial Education
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Sylvia Kesper-Biermann is a Professor of Historical Educational Research at the University of Hamburg's Faculty of Education, specifically within the department of General, Intercultural and International Comparative Education and Educational Psychology (EW 1). She has held this position since 2017 and previously served in various academic roles at institutions such as Justus-Liebig University Giessen, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, and the University of Cologne. Her research focuses on historical education, transnational educational spaces, comics as educational media, post-colonial education, and the history of human rights and emotions. Educationally, she studied Middle and Modern History, History Didactics, and Specialist Journalism at Universities of Siegen, Gießen, and Bristol. Her career includes roles as a research coordinator for the DFG Graduate School on Automatism, a research fellow at the University of Paderborn, and participation in multiple DFG-funded projects. Her research interests are interdisciplinary, emphasizing the intersection of education, history, and media. Recent work explores comics' role in language education for guest workers in West Germany, transnational colonial schools, and emotional dimensions of legal cultures. She has published extensively, including monographs like Einheit und Recht and edited volumes on Turkish-German educational discourse. Prof. Kesper-Biermann has received notable awards such as the Hamburger Lehrpreis 2023 and the Karl-Ferdinand-Werner Fellowship. She leads projects like PostKol (on post-colonial education) and ComBiMe (comics as educational media in West Germany). Her work bridges historical analysis with contemporary educational challenges, emphasizing visual literacy, migration studies, and transnational collaboration. Her academic contributions include organizing lecture series on pedagogy, sexuality, and body politics, as well as international conferences on education history and comics studies. She collaborates with institutions like the Comic Kolloquium Nord and the German Society for Comics Studies, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue in visual and educational historiography.

Jürgen Zimmererمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Colonial History
• Genocide Studies
• African History
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jürgen Zimmerer is a leading scholar in colonial and postcolonial history at the University of Hamburg 's Department of Global History. His work bridges the connections between colonialism, genocide, and modern mass violence, with a focus on German colonial history in Africa and its global implications. Professor of African History (2010–present) Former Reader at University of Sheffield (2007–2010) Co-founder of Sheffield Center for Genocide Studies Advisory roles at international genocide prevention institutions His research explores the intersection of colonial administration, racial violence, and cultural heritage. Key projects include: Investigating Hamburg's colonial past through monuments and urban spaces Decolonizing museum practices and historical narratives Developing the Colonial Sites app for public engagement Examining environmental violence as a form of genocide Zimmerer's recent publications analyze colonial memory in Germany, including the 2024 book From Windhoek to Auschwitz that traces ideological linkages between colonial and Nazi atrocities. He is actively involved in debates about renaming institutions with colonial legacies, recently advocating for the Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine. His academic service includes co-editing the Journal of Genocide Research and leadership in the International Network of Genocide Scholars. Zimmerer's methodological approach combines archival research with digital humanities and public history initiatives.

Xavier Bonalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Education Policy
• Globalization
• Social Inequality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Xavier Bonal is a Professor of Sociology at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) and Special Professor of Education and International Development at the University of Amsterdam (UvA). He directs the Globalisation, Education and Social Policies (GEPS) research group at UAB and coordinates the GLOBED Erasmus Mundus Master on Education Policies for Global Development. His work focuses on comparative social policy, welfare state dynamics, education equity, and globalization's impact on education systems. Bonal has coordinated major projects such as ECASS (European Cities Against School Segregation) and contributed to UNESCO, UNICEF, and the European Commission. His research emphasizes school segregation mechanisms, educational markets, and policy responses to inequality. Over 200 scholarly outputs include books on education policy and globalisation, with a focus on spatial disparities and policy implementation. His recent publications analyze post-pandemic educational inequities, digital divides, and the role of private actors in education. Bonal’s work bridges academic research with policy advocacy, addressing systemic challenges in education systems globally.

Bruce J. Dicksonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Domestic Politics
• Authoritarian Regimes
• Regime Change
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Bruce J. Dickson is a Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at The George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs, specializing in Chinese domestic politics, authoritarian regimes, and U.S.-China relations. He has been a full-time faculty member since 1993. Education: Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Michigan His research examines the Chinese Communist Party's adaptability, economic reforms, state-society relations, and regime support mechanisms. He has authored influential books including The Dictator's Dilemma (2016) and The Party and the People (2021), analyzing authoritarian survival strategies in China. His recent publications focus on topics like tax consciousness in urban China, anti-corruption dynamics, and the CCP's institutional evolution. Articles appear in journals such as Asian Survey , China Quarterly , and Comparative Political Studies . Professor Dickson has received research grants from prestigious organizations including the National Science Foundation, Smith Richardson Foundation, U.S. Institute of Peace, and Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. He serves as a frequent commentator on Chinese and Taiwanese politics for media outlets like CNN, NPR, BBC, and VOA.

Randall P. Ellisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Health Economics
• Industrial Organization
• Econometrics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Randall P. Ellis is a Professor of Economics at Boston University, specializing in Health Economics, Industrial Organization, and Econometrics. His research focuses on healthcare payment systems, insurance design, predictive modeling, and international health economics. He holds a PhD from MIT and has contributed extensively to understanding managed care systems, risk adjustment frameworks, and healthcare policy evaluation. Education: PhD in Economics from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Research Interests: Ellis’s work spans health care payment reforms, risk selection mechanisms, and the application of machine learning to health economics. He examines issues such as Medicaid managed care, obesity treatment economics, and the impact of anti-corruption programs on healthcare systems. His research emphasizes improving equity and efficiency in healthcare markets, particularly through innovative payment systems and risk adjustment models. Key Contributions: Ellis has developed frameworks for disease surveillance and risk adjustment (e.g., Diagnostic Items Classification System), evaluated payment system performance, and analyzed factors influencing healthcare utilization and costs. His work bridges theoretical economic models with practical policy applications, informing both academic and policy audiences. Grants & Collaborations: While specific grants are not detailed here, his research frequently involves collaborations with institutions like Harvard and MIT through the Health Economics Seminar. His work often addresses global health challenges, including pandemic financing and healthcare corruption in developing regions. Labs/Teams: Ellis is affiliated with Boston University’s economics department and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams on projects related to health policy and econometric modeling.

Peter Flügelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Jain Studies
• Religious Anthropology
• Jain Rituals
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Peter Flügel is Chair of the Centre of Jaina Studies and Professor of the Study of Religions and Philosophies at SOAS University of London. His extensive research covers Jain history, anthropology, sociology, ritual practices, and comparative philosophy. Education: Dr Phil (Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz) MA (Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz) Flügel's research encompasses Jain schools and sects, relic stūpas, Jaina-Vaiṣṇava syncretism, socio-political history of the Jain tradition, and questions of pluralism and non-violence. He specializes in the material culture of Jain mendicant traditions and Jain legal history. Flügel has directed numerous research projects funded by the British Academy, Leverhulme Trust, and AHRC, including 'Jaina Rituals of Death', 'Jaina-Prosopography', and 'Exploratory Survey of the Jaina Heritage in Pakistan'. His publications demonstrate extensive archival research and fieldwork focused on Jain religious practices across South Asia. Scientific Awards: Ācārya Tulsī Anekānt Sammān (1999) International Pravartinī Pārvatī Jain Award (2010) Jewel of the Jain World Award (2012) Flügel convenes the Annual Jaina Studies Workshops at SOAS and serves as editor of the International Journal of Jain Studies. He maintains international collaborations with universities in Lund, Lille, and Ghent, and research partnerships with institutions in India and Germany.

J. Christopher Brownمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Human-Environment Geography
• Amazonian Sustainable Development
• Political Ecology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

J. Christopher Brown is a Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of Kansas. He specializes in human-environment interactions, focusing on sustainable development in the Amazon Basin. His research integrates ecological, political, and socio-economic dimensions to address deforestation, agricultural expansion, and NGO-mediated rural development. Affiliations: Department of Geography, University of Kansas; Collaborator with Brazil's Embrapa Agricultural Research Agency Key Projects: Amazonian NGO dynamics and political impacts Soybean and sugarcane expansion impacts Spatial analysis of deforestation and land use Research interests include political ecology, biogeography, and the interplay between global and local scales. He employs remote sensing and interdisciplinary methods to study environmental governance and policy outcomes. His work on NGOs reveals how funding shapes political behavior in Brazil, with findings published in Comparative Political Studies and Political Geography . Recent studies highlight the edge effects of land-use changes and biodiversity impacts on pollinators like orchid bees. Awards: 2016 George and Eleanor Woodyard International Educator Award (University of Kansas) Brown's research bridges academic inquiry and policy, examining how development policies interact with ecological systems in Latin America. Current projects address soy moratorium efficacy, sugarcane expansion in the Cerrado, and the MST landless movement's political influence.

Julia Landmannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Language Contact Research
• Sociolinguistics
• Cognitive Linguistics
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Priv.-Doz. Dr. Julia Landmann is an Acting Professor of English Linguistics at the Institute for Anglistik and Amerikanistik, University of Greifswald since 2025. She previously held positions at Heidelberg University (2021-2022), University of Basel (2022-2025), and research/lecturing roles at Heidelberg (2012-2021) and Mannheim/Stuttgart (2012-2014). Her academic journey includes a Habilitation (2022), Doctorate (2006-2011), and studies at Sorbonne Nouvelle (2002-2003), Aberystwyth (2001-2002), and Heidelberg (1999-2005). Research Focus: Cognitive Contact Linguistics, Language of Love/Hate, Migrant Discourse Analysis Publications: Monographs on socio-cognitive lexicon evolution, articles on loanwords from Yiddish/Turkish/Japanese, and cross-cultural discourse studies Projects: Integrates cognitive science with language contact research, examines emotion concept evolution (love/hate), and analyzes migrant identity construction through linguistic strategies. Her work combines Critical Discourse Analysis with Cognitive Science to study contact-induced linguistic changes.

Jannika Jahnمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• European and international human rights law
• business and human rights law
• international environmental law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jannika Jahn is a Senior Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Comparative Public Law and International Law in Heidelberg, where she has been working since 2020. She also serves as an Associate Fellow at Maastricht University's Globalization and Law Network and as Associate Editor at Verfassungsblog for International Law and Human Rights Protection. Her work focuses on the intersection of international law, human rights, and environmental protection, with particular expertise in business and human rights law and climate litigation. Jannika Jahn received her LL.B. in English and German Law from University College London and the University of Cologne, where she completed her first state's exam. She earned her doctorate (summa cum laude) from the University of Heidelberg with a dissertation on "The media publicity of the judiciary and its limits." Her doctoral work was conducted at the Max Planck Institute for Comparative Law and Public International Law. Jahn's research spans European and international human rights law, business and human rights law, international environmental law (particularly climate law), comparative constitutional law and theory, and interdisciplinary legal analysis. She examines how national courts can serve as guarantors of global climate protection and investigates the role of judicial independence in multi-level governance systems. Her work on supply chain regulation explores how to create effective human rights due diligence frameworks for multinational corporations. Her scholarly output demonstrates a clear trajectory from foundational work on judicial independence and media coverage of courts toward increasingly focused research on climate litigation and business and human rights. Recent publications highlight her expertise in analyzing how constitutional courts worldwide are becoming key actors in climate governance and how supply chain legislation can be designed to effectively protect human rights across global value chains. Jahn has received several prestigious honors for her academic work, including: Ruprecht-Karls-Preis awarded by the Stiftung Universität Heidelberg for the best legal doctoral thesis in 2020 Scholarship for the doctoral thesis by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Scholarship for law studies by Studienstiftung des Deutschen Volkes Scholarship for LL.B. studies by Alexander-Lüderitz-Stiftung As a Senior Research Fellow, Jahn leads her habilitation project and a business and human rights project at the Max Planck Institute. She has served as a legal expert for the Consultative Council of European Judges (CCJE) of the Council of Europe regarding judicial independence and freedom of expression of judges. Her advisory work extends to policy development, as evidenced by her contributions to the German Supply Chain Act. She regularly presents her research at international conferences and teaches courses on European human rights protection, climate change challenges, and comparative constitutional law. At the Max Planck Institute, Jahn is actively involved in research teams focused on business and human rights and climate litigation. She participates in the Institute's Gender Equality initiatives as the Gender Equality Officer and contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on current challenges in international law through the Institute's research colloquia and workshops.

• International Finance
• Capital Markets
• Insolvency Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Rodrigo Olivares-Caminal is a leading academic in Banking and Finance Law at Queen Mary University of London's Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS). He holds an LLB from Buenos Aires, an LLM from Warwick, and a PhD from London. His roles include Editor-in-Chief of the Business Law Review and advisory roles at UNCTAD, World Bank/IFC, and international law firms. His expertise focuses on international finance, insolvency law, cross-border litigation, and sovereign debt restructuring. Education: LLB (Buenos Aires) LLM (University of Warwick) PhD (London) Research Interests: Specializes in sovereign debt crises, cross-border insolvency frameworks, and legal aspects of financial crises. His work bridges law, economics, and public policy, addressing systemic risk, creditor equality, and the design of sustainable debt management frameworks. He advocates for improved transparency in sovereign lending and equitable restructuring mechanisms. Professional Contributions: Authored/edited 7 books and over 100 peer-reviewed articles/chapters. Key works include *Debt Restructuring* (OUP), *Expedited Corporate Debt Restructuring in the EU*, and *Legal Aspects of Sovereign Debt Restructuring*. Serves on editorial boards of major law journals and advises international institutions on financial regulation and crisis containment. Grants & Awards: No specific awards mentioned, but recognized internationally for contributions to insolvency law and sovereign debt policy. Has received honors from Saudi Arabia’s Bankruptcy Commission and participation in high-level policy dialogues (e.g., UNCTAD, IMF). Teaching & Mentorship: Leads postgraduate courses on Corporate Finance Law, Sovereign Debt Restructuring, and Bank Resolution. Teaches globally at institutions in Spain, Italy, Greece, France, China, and Argentina. Active in professional training programs across Africa, Asia, Middle East, and Europe. Labs/Teams: Core member of Queen Mary’s Insolvency & Governance Research Group. Collaborates with global networks like the International Insolvency Institute and the European Banking Authority. Leads interdisciplinary projects on sovereign debt frameworks and cross-border financial stability.

• German History
• Holocaust Studies
• Genocide Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Volker Benkert serves as Associate Professor in Arizona State University's School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies, with additional affiliations at the Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict, Melikian Center, Jewish Studies program, and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Education: Dr. Phil., University of Potsdam Staatsexam, University of Bonn Studies in History and English at Universities of Edinburgh, St. Petersburg, and Fribourg Research Focus: Benkert investigates regime change impacts on biographies in 20th century Germany through biographical interviews and discourse analysis. His work examines transmission of apologetic historical narratives across generations, focusing on German-Jewish relations, Holocaust representation, and generational identity formation. Key methodologies include comparative genocide pedagogy and media memory studies , with publications spanning German reunification impacts and DDR generational studies. Publication Trends: Recent output (2013-2022) reveals three dominant strands: 1) Comparative genocide education (collaborative works on Holocaust/Rwanda pedagogy), 2) German generational history (particularly the "last DDR generation" born circa 1970), and 3) Critical analysis of Holocaust representation in German media. His edited volumes consistently explore memory politics through generational lenses. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in provided materials. Advising & Grants: Mentored seven Honors Theses and 35+ honors contracts at ASU, plus two Master's theses. Secured collaborative funding through Arizona Holocaust Education Initiative and partnerships with USC Shoah Foundation, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, and Anti-Defamation League for genocide education workshops. Research Teams: Co-organizes International Comparative Genocide Symposium and Terrortimes, Terrorscapes conference series. Leads ASU's Holocaust education initiatives with Jason Bruner and Lauren Harris, developing digital tools for comparative genocide teaching.

• Sikh Studies
• Punjab Studies
• Caste and Gender Issues
• +۱۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Opinderjit Kaur Takhar is a Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Knowledge Exchange at the University of Wolverhampton's Faculty of Education, Health, and Wellbeing . As Director of the Centre for Sikh and Panjabi Studies , she specializes in Sikh and Punjabi identity, caste/gender dynamics, and religious studies. Her work includes caste issues, Ravidassia communities, and UK Sikh policy frameworks. Education: PhD in Sikh Studies (University of Wales) MA in Indian Religions (University of Wales) PGCE in Secondary Religious Education (Sheffield Hallam University) Languages: Punjabi (fluent), Hindi, Urdu Research Focus: Takhar's work spans caste systems in Sikh contexts, gender dynamics, religious philosophy, and multicultural policy. She examines Ravidassia identity shifts and Punjabi Dalit experiences, while contributing to debates on UK caste legislation and Sikh political activism. Her recent projects include language politics in India and digital Sikhism. Publications Trends: Over 15+ years, her scholarship systematically explores caste-religion-gender intersections, faith-based health initiatives, and global Sikh identity. Key contributions include the foundational text Sikh Identity (2005) and collaborative works on caste lived experiences. Teaching & Supervision: Takhar teaches Sikhism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and supervises PhD projects on caste/gender issues. She integrates fieldwork into religious studies pedagogy. Grants & Projects: Currently leads NIHR-funded dementia support research for ethnic minorities. Previously managed health/sports engagement grants with NHS, Wolves Foundation, and Birmingham City Council.

Steven G. Calabresiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Constitutional Law
• Comparative Law
• Federal Courts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Steven G. Calabresi is the Clayton J. & Henry R. Barber Professor of Law at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law. He has held visiting appointments at Yale Law School (Fall 2013-2022) and Brown University (2016-2017). A co-founder of the Federalist Society, he has clerked for Justice Antonin Scalia and worked in the Reagan White House. His teaching spans Constitutional Law, Comparative Constitutional Law, and Federal Jurisdiction. BA, Yale University JD, Yale University Professor Calabresi's research focuses on constitutional law, comparative law, and judicial review. His recent publications analyze originalism, constitutional interpretation, and separation of powers dynamics, reflecting his expertise in legal theory and federal governance. His academic career includes leadership roles at the Federalist Society and editorial contributions to the American Journal of Comparative Law . He has taught foundational courses and seminars in constitutional law at leading U.S. law schools.