جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Epidemiology
• Genetic Epidemiology
• Cardiometabolic Diseases
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Dr. Karlijn A. C. Meeks serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine with secondary appointment in Epidemiology & Public Health, conducting research through the Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Nutrition focused on cardiometabolic diseases in African-ancestry populations across sub-Saharan Africa and the diaspora. Her academic credentials include: B.Sc. in Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University (2010) M.Sc. in Nutrition and Health, Wageningen University (2012) Ph.D. in Public Health Epidemiology, University of Amsterdam (2017) Postdoctoral training in Epidemiology, Amsterdam University Medical Centers (2018) Postdoctoral training in Genetic Epidemiology, National Institutes of Health (2024) Dr. Meeks pioneers research in genetic and epigenetic epidemiology of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dyslipidemia through innovative multi-omics approaches that integrate genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics with classical epidemiological methods. Her work specifically targets historically underrepresented African populations using comparative migrant studies across geographical settings to dissect environmental versus genetic contributions to disease. She has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles with recent work (2019-2023) establishing foundational knowledge in African-ancestry populations through first-of-kind epigenome-wide association studies and genome-wide analyses of cytokines. Her publications in Genome Medicine , EBioMedicine , and International Journal of Epidemiology demonstrate consistent focus on Mendelian randomization, biomarker discovery, and improving risk prediction models for cardiometabolic diseases in underrepresented groups. Her major scientific recognition includes: NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) As principal investigator of the NIH K99/R00 award, Dr. Meeks leads research examining interactions between lifestyle factors, cytokines, genetic variants, and epigenetic biomarkers in type 2 diabetes pathogenesis among African-ancestry populations. While specific advisees aren't documented in source materials, her work involves extensive international collaboration through consortia like the RODAM study. Dr. Meeks operates within the University of Maryland's Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Nutrition while maintaining active research partnerships with institutions across sub-Saharan Africa and the National Institutes of Health, driving global health equity through population-specific genomic and epigenetic research frameworks.

• Evidence Synthesis
• Meta-Analysis
• Health Research Methodology
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Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesia and Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact at McMaster University's Faculty of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on evidence synthesis and evaluation to guide complex healthcare and public health decisions through systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Research Interests Evidence Synthesis: Developing methodologies for integrating conflicting health research findings Meta-Analysis: Specializing in network meta-analyses for comparative treatment effectiveness Public Health Decision-Making: Translating evidence into actionable health policies Clinical Epidemiology: Addressing methodological challenges in health research interpretation Systematic Reviews: Optimizing approaches for rapidly evolving evidence landscapes Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expertise across respiratory medicine, hematology, ophthalmology, and public health, with emphasis on methodological rigor in evidence synthesis. Her work consistently addresses the challenge of conflicting evidence and rapid publication cycles in health research. Awards Gairdner Early Career Investigator Award for contributions to evidence-based healthcare Her scholarly activity includes developing risk-of-bias instruments like ROBUST-RCT and contributing to clinical practice guidelines. Current projects include living systematic reviews for long COVID management and methodological improvements in nutritional epidemiology. She teaches Statistics & Epidemiology courses and maintains active collaborations across multiple medical specialties.

Scott Guntherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Contemporary French Society
• European Union Studies
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Scott Gunther is a Professor of French and Francophone Studies in the Department of French, Francophone, and Italian Studies at Wellesley College. His educational background includes: B.A. from Cornell University J.D. from New York University D.E.A. from École Normale Supérieure Paris Ph.D. from New York University Professor Gunther specializes in contemporary French society and culture with interdisciplinary research spanning: Gender and sexuality politics in France Mass media regulation and cultural production France's evolving role in the European Union Franco-American legal and cultural comparisons Sociology of French bourgeois cultural consumption Gender-inclusive language reforms in French Comparative legal frameworks between France and the US His work critically examines tensions between French republican values and social change, particularly regarding LGBTQ+ rights and linguistic evolution. His scholarly output includes analyses of sexuality regulation, queer political movements, bourgeois cultural tastes, and gender-neutral language possibilities in French, culminating in his book The Elastic Closet: A History of Homosexuality in France, 1942-Present which frames LGBTQ+ history through France's unique republican lens. Teaching integrates methodologies from sociology, legal studies, anthropology, history, and cultural theory to explore modern French identity formation across institutional and everyday contexts.

• Systematic Theology
• Dogmatics (Christology, Pneumatology, Doctrine of God, Hamartiology)
• Reformation Theology (especially Luther)
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Burkhard Nonnenmacher is Außerplanmäßiger Professor (Adjunct Professor) of Systematic Theology at the University of Tübingen’s Faculty of Protestant Theology , where he has taught since 2010. He also serves regularly as temporary chair for systematic theology / ethics in Tübingen, Hamburg and Giessen. His research integrates classical dogmatics with post-Kantian philosophy of religion, concentrating on Luther’s reception, Hegel & Schelling’s late systems, and contemporary constructive dogmatics. Education & Career: 1995 – Abitur (Greek, Latin, Hebrew) at Evangelisches Seminar Blaubeuren 1995 – Internship, World Council of Churches, Bossey 1995-2000 – Studies in Philosophy, Protestant Theology & Psychology, LMU Munich 2000 – Magister Artium, LMU Munich 2002-2005 – Doctoral scholarship, Evangelisches Studienwerk Villigst 2005 – Dr. phil., LMU Munich 2010 – Post-doc fellowship, Fritz-Thyssen-Stiftung 2010-2016 – Akademischer Rat auf Zeit, Chair of Systematic Theology III, Tübingen 2016 – Habilitation & venia legendi, Systematic Theology, Tübingen since 2016 – Privatdozent, Tübingen since 2020 – Außerplanmäßiger Professor, Tübingen Research Areas: Nonnenmacher works at the intersection of systematic theology and modern philosophy. His systematic focus covers dogmatic loci such as the doctrine of God, Christology, pneumatology, and the Lutheran Law-Gospel dialectic. Historically he investigates the reception of Reformation theology (especially Luther) in 19th- and 20th-century Protestantism and the transformations of the concept of sin. Philosophically he specialises in Kant, Hegel and Schelling, asking how reason, feeling and revelation can be correlated within post-Kantian theology. Projects & Grants: He coordinates the DFG research project “Religionsphilosophie im Spätwerk Hegels und Schellings” (2017-2024) and previously led a WGTh working-group on “Transformations of the Concept of Sin in 20th-Century Theological Anthropology”. Selected Publications: Two monographs— Hegels Philosophie des Absoluten (2013) and Vernunft und Glaube bei Kant (2018)—and three co-edited volumes document his range. Over thirty articles analyse Kant’s Christology, Hegel’s critique of rational theology, Luther’s doctrine of Law and Gospel, Tillich’s existential realism, and contemporary debates on evil and ecological theology. Memberships: Wissenschaftliche Gesellschaft für Theologie (WGTh) Deutsche Gesellschaft für Religionsphilosophie (DGR) Contact: Room 320, Faculty of Protestant Theology, University of Tübingen, burkhard.nonnenmacher@uni-tuebingen.de, +49 7071 29-78018.

Fabienne Mooreمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early European romanticism
• Chateaubriand
• European Enlightenment
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Dr. Fabienne Moore is an Associate Professor in the Department of French and Romance Languages at the Schnitzer School of Global Studies and Languages, University of Oregon. She specializes in Early European Romanticism, Chateaubriand studies, and the intersection of French Enlightenment with colonial and postcolonial narratives. Ph.D., Comparative Literature, New York University (2001) Maîtrise, English, Université de Toulouse-Le Mirail (1989) Her research explores prose poetry , bande dessinées , and blue humanities , with a focus on 18th-19th century French literature’s engagement with classical reception, revolutionary ideologies, and spatial theory. Recent works examine Homeric influences in Enlightenment France and Gustave Doré’s visual rhetoric. Notable publications include her 2009/2017 monograph Prose Poems of the French Enlightenment and analyses of Chateaubriand’s Les Aventures du dernier Abencérage . She also contributes to translation studies, notably co-translating Mário Pinto de Andrade’s decolonization theories (2024). Her scholarship bridges literary form with socio-political contexts, emphasizing gendered perspectives , spatial semiotics , and transnational artistic dialogues .

• Earth Sciences
• Geochemistry
• Paleoclimatology
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Oscar Branson is an Official Fellow and Director of Studies in Natural Sciences (Earth Sciences) at Queens' College, University of Cambridge. His academic career focuses on understanding Earth's climate history through the study of marine microfossils and biogeochemical processes. His research spans several key areas: Paleoclimatology and paleoceanography Biomineralization processes in marine organisms Geochemical proxies for reconstructing past climate conditions Foraminifera ecology and geochemistry Elemental and isotopic composition of marine carbonates Climate change impacts on marine ecosystems Branson's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on understanding the fundamental mechanisms behind geochemical proxy systems used in paleoclimate research. His work combines detailed laboratory analyses with field observations to improve our understanding of how marine organisms incorporate chemical signatures into their shells. His research has particular relevance for understanding how current climate change compares to natural variability in Earth's history. Among his notable contributions are advancements in understanding boron isotopes as pH proxies, the mechanisms behind magnesium-calcium ratios as temperature proxies, and the role of symbionts in controlling elemental incorporation in marine microfossils. His methodological innovations, including the development of the Kgen algorithm for carbonate chemistry calculations, have provided new tools for the paleoclimate research community. As Director of Studies in Earth Sciences at Queens' College, Branson plays a key role in undergraduate education and mentorship within the Natural Sciences Tripos at the University of Cambridge.

Anna Kendeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intergroup Relations
• Social Change
• Prejudice Reduction
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Anna Kende is a University Professor at Eötvös Loránd University, serving as Director of the Institute of Psychology and Head of the Department of Social Psychology. She actively contributes to academic governance as a member of both the Faculty Honors Committee and Faculty Council. Her research centers on the psychology of intergroup relations, with specialized expertise in social change processes, prejudice reduction mechanisms, and collective action dynamics. A defining focus of her work examines anti-Gypsyism and the social inclusion challenges faced by Roma communities across Europe, integrating both theoretical frameworks and applied interventions. Her research methodology frequently employs large-scale international collaborations spanning dozens of countries. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2025) reveals three dominant research trajectories: pandemic-induced shifts in intergroup relations (particularly migration attitudes), cross-cultural analyses of allyship motivations for marginalized groups (LGBTQ+ and Roma), and context-dependent interventions for reducing structural prejudice. Her work consistently utilizes multinational datasets and addresses contemporary societal challenges through psychological lenses. Professor Kende has secured substantial funding from European Union programs and other international organizations for numerous research projects. She leads the Social Groups and Media Research Workshop, which investigates group dynamics, media influences on social attitudes, and psychological mechanisms of social change. Her work bridges academic research with real-world applications in prejudice reduction and social cohesion.

Núria Bosch Rocaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Efficiency analysis
• Fiscal federalism
• Territorial fiscal flows

Núria Bosch Roca is a Professor at the University of Barcelona and a researcher at the Institut d'Economia de Barcelona (IEB), specializing in fiscal federalism and public economics. She serves as the Director of the Fiscal Federalism Observatory and has contributed extensively to the analysis of intergovernmental fiscal relations, territorial fiscal flows, and local governance efficiency. Research Interests: Fiscal federalism Efficiency analysis of public services Political economy of fiscal flows Intergovernmental financial relations Selected Publications explore topics such as revenue allocation in autonomous regions, municipal fiscal governance, and the political dimensions of fiscal decentralization. Her work spans comparative studies of Spain, Germany, and Canada, as well as empirical analyses of Spanish municipalities. Contact: nbosch@ub.edu

Suzanne D Turnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Paediatric cancers
• Lymphomagenesis
• Drug resistance in cancer
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Professor Suzanne D Turner is a leading academic in the Division of Cellular and Molecular Pathology at the University of Cambridge. She serves as the Director of Postgraduate Education in the Department of Pathology, based at Addenbrooke's Hospital campus, where she has led an international-standard research group for 16 years. Her work bridges cancer biology, immunology, and translational research, with a focus on paediatric lymphomas and drug resistance mechanisms. Specializes in lymphomagenesis, particularly Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (ALCL) and Burkitt lymphoma Collaborates with Uganda Cancer Institute and leads EU-funded research networks like ALKATRAS Active in global cancer research initiatives and regulatory committees on breast implants safety Her research spans mechanistic studies of oncogenes like NPM-ALK, patient-derived xenograft models, and comparative analyses of endemic/sporadic Burkitt lymphoma. She mentors PhD students and research associates while maintaining affiliations with institutions like Hughes Hall and Cambridge Africa. Scientific Awards & Honors: Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research Bennett Fellowship (2007) 5-year Senior Lectureship Award (2012) Professor Turner directs CRUK Cambridge Centre Paediatric Programme and chairs international groups like EICNHL, contributing to regulatory bodies including MHRA and SCHEER.

Yuan Shuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Literature
• Comparative Literature
• Transpacific Studies
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Dr. Yuan Shu is a Professor in the Department of English at Texas Tech University's College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in American Literature and Comparative Literature with a focus on transpacific studies, globalization, and Asian American literature. He holds a Combined Ph.D. in English and American Studies from Indiana University at Bloomington and has established himself as a leading scholar in transnational American studies through extensive publications and international collaborations. His educational background includes: Combined Ph.D. in English and American Studies, Indiana University at Bloomington Dr. Shu's research explores the intersections of technology, race, and geopolitical discourse in transpacific contexts, with particular emphasis on post-9/11 American literature, Vietnamese American narratives, and Chinese diaspora experiences. His work bridges literary analysis with critical theory to examine how globalization reshapes cultural production and identity formation across the Pacific Rim. Key thematic threads include the technological empire's impact on racial formation, eco-critical perspectives on transpacific literature, and the rehabilitation of marginalized historical narratives. His publication trajectory reveals a sustained focus on transpacific literary and cultural studies, evolving from early work on digital communities and Asian American subjectivities toward contemporary analyses of geopolitical representation, human rights discourse, and oceanic epistemologies. Recent scholarship demonstrates increasing engagement with indigenous knowledge systems and planetary consciousness within American studies frameworks. His scientific recognition includes: Core Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Award (2017-2018) Global Vision Award on Faculty International Scholarship (2016) President's Excellence in Diversity and Equity Award (2011) Inclusive Excellence Award (2011) Integrated Scholar designation (2017) NEH Summer Institute Fellowship (2023) Dr. Shu has secured significant research funding including U.S. Department of State grants ($24,000), Henry Luce Foundation awards ($27,000), and multiple Texas Tech University grants totaling over $75,000. His service includes founding the TTU Chinese Faculty and Staff Association (2009-2011) and directing the Comparative Literature Program (2006-2010). Current projects include a book under contract titled Negotiating the Technological Empire: Technology, Racial Formation, and Transpacific Chinese American Life Writing , reflecting his ongoing commitment to theorizing technology's role in transpacific cultural production. As an international educator, Dr. Shu has delivered lectures at Oxford University, Doshisha University, National University of Singapore, and institutions across Asia, fostering global dialogue on American studies in the post-American era through initiatives like the Stanford University Chinese Railroad Workers Project (2012-2016).

Cornelia Wollمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Political Economy
• Economic Sociology
• Regulatory Policy
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Cornelia Woll is the President and Professor of International Political Economy at the Hertie School in Berlin. She joined the institution in 2022 from Sciences Po in Paris, where she held multiple roles since 2006, including President of the Academic Board and Co-Director of the Max Planck Sciences Po Center. She also holds visiting professorships at Goethe University Frankfurt and Harvard University. President, Hertie School (2022–present) Professor of International Political Economy (2022–present) President of the Academic Board, Sciences Po (2019–2022) Her research focuses on the intersection of business and politics, particularly regulatory frameworks in the European Union and United States. Key areas include economic patriotism, trade policy, Europeanization, and corporate influence in financial regulation. Recent publications include Corporate Crime and Punishment: Negotiated Justice in Global Markets (Princeton, 2023) and analyses of EU budget negotiations, green transition challenges, and corporate tax justice. Her work spans corporate prosecutions, financial deregulation, and strategic lobbying dynamics. Woll earned her habilitation from the University of Bremen (2013), a bi-national PhD from Sciences Po and the University of Cologne (2005), and a BA/MA in International Relations and Political Science from the University of Chicago.

Sabine Begallمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Subterranean Mammals
• Animal Behavior
• Sensory Ecology
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Prof. Dr. Sabine Begall is a Researcher at the Department of General Zoology , Faculty of Biology , University of Duisburg-Essen. With over 25 years of experience, she focuses on the sensory ecology of subterranean mammals, particularly Fukomys anselli , exploring magnetoreception , acoustic communication , visual adaptations , and physiological responses to underground environments . Key Research Areas: Subterranean mammal sensory ecology Thyroid hormone regulation in aging Magnetic field orientation mechanisms Comparative auditory and visual systems Domestication syndrome in rodents Evolutionary adaptations in burrowing species Recent Article Trends: 2025 study on retinal ganglion cell diversity in microphthalmic mammals 2024 thyroid hormone and hypoxia research in mole-rats 2023 comparative analyses of burrow acoustics and dental structures Scientific Awards: Honor for outstanding dissertation (2001), University of Essen Fritz Frank Prize (2001), German Society for Mammalogy She serves as a reviewer for journals including Journal of Morphology , Animal Behaviour , and Scientific Reports , and has contributed to major publications on subterranean rodent ecology.

Jianmin Guanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Physical Education
• Kinesiology
• Achievement Goals Theory
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Jianmin Guan, Ph.D., serves as Associate Professor of Kinesiology within the College for Health, Community and Policy at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). His academic work bridges physical education pedagogy, motivational psychology, and cross-cultural fitness assessment methodologies, with emphasis on student engagement in activity settings. Education: Ph.D. in Sport Pedagogy, Texas A&M University (2004) Master of Education in Measurement and Evaluation, Wayne State University (1999) Master of Education in Sport Pedagogy, Shanghai Institute of Physical Education (1993) Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Huizhou Normal College (1984) Dr. Guan's research centers on achievement goal theory applications in physical education, examining how work-avoidance and mastery-approach goals influence student persistence across developmental stages. His work extends to health-related fitness evaluation among minority populations and sensory integration interventions using sport-based protocols, with particular focus on Chinese student cohorts. Methodologically, he employs longitudinal growth modeling, MIMIC analyses, and cross-cultural validation techniques. His recent publications (2022-2025) demonstrate consistent investigation of achievement goal trajectories from elementary through college levels, alongside innovative comparative studies of global fitness testing frameworks. The research reveals persistent gender disparities in physical competence perception and identifies declining mastery-goal intensity during adolescent transitions, while establishing basketball training as an effective sensory integration modality. Scientific Awards: Research Fellow, Society of Health and Physical Educators (SHAPE America, 2007) Research Funding: Secured $29,732 across two grants (2018-2019) for Psychological Skills Inventory development targeting law enforcement populations. His presentations at AAHPERD conventions and Pre-Olympic conferences reflect extensive national and international scholarly engagement, particularly with Chinese research institutions on fitness knowledge assessment and sensory processing interventions. Dr. Guan maintains active international collaborations, especially with Chinese universities, developing culturally responsive physical activity interventions while addressing measurement challenges in diverse educational contexts.

• Italian Literature
• Contemporary Italian Literature
• Literary Theory
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Giorgio Zanetti is a Full Professor in the Department of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, specializing in Contemporary Italian Literature (LICO-01/A). He teaches courses on Contemporary Italian Literature, New Media and Youth Literature, and the Theory and History of Narrative Genres for Master's degree programs in Media Education for Literary Disciplines and Publishing and Pedagogical Sciences. Professor Zanetti's research focuses on Italian literary studies, with particular emphasis on 20th century Italian literature, D'Annunzio studies, Shakespearean influences in Italian literature, literary theory, narratology, and the relationship between literature and mass society. His work demonstrates a deep engagement with intertextuality, literary anthropology, and the cultural implications of literary works. His recent publications reveal a consistent scholarly trajectory exploring the intersections of Italian literature with European literary traditions, particularly examining the works of Gabriele d'Annunzio in relation to Shakespeare, Rilke, and other European literary figures. His research often investigates the mythic-ritual dimensions of literature, the evolution of narrative genres, and the relationship between literary works and the emergence of mass society in the 20th century. Zanetti's approach combines textual scholarship with cultural anthropology, creating rich analyses that bridge close reading with broader cultural contexts. Professor Zanetti has made significant contributions to the critical edition of d'Annunzio's works, serving as co-editor for the "Prose di ricerca" volumes in the prestigious Meridiani Mondadori series. His editorial work extends to "Quaderni del Vittoriale," a publication series focused on d'Annunzio studies. His teaching methodology emphasizes direct engagement with literary texts through reading and commentary, incorporating both traditional classroom instruction and digital learning platforms. He advocates for a pedagogical approach that values student feedback and interaction, creating a dynamic learning environment that bridges historical literary contexts with contemporary critical perspectives.

Roger J. Kashlakمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Business
• Strategic Management
• Corporate Governance
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Roger J. Kashlak is Professor of International Business at Loyola University Maryland's Sellinger School of Business, where he has served since 1993. His academic leadership includes roles as Department Chair, Senior Associate Dean, chair of the university's NCAA Cycle 3 Recertification, and membership on Executive Governance and Budget Committees. Previously, he was a faculty member and Visiting Professor at the University of Auckland's International Business Department and a Research Fellow at Ohio University's Voinovich Center. His academic credentials include: B.S. in Economics from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania MBA in International Business from Temple University Ph.D. in International Business and Strategy from Temple University Dr. Kashlak's research examines international reciprocity, strategic alliances, global expansion patterns across telecom and healthcare sectors, corporate governance mechanisms, and cross-cultural leadership dynamics. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in multinational corporation management, emphasizing how firms navigate regulatory environments and cultural differences to achieve competitive advantage. He has developed influential conceptual models for joint venture financial targeting and multinational control systems. His publication record reveals consistent focus on telecommunications industry evolution and international business strategy, with increasing attention to executive education methodologies and cross-cultural comparative analyses over time. The research demonstrates methodological diversity across quantitative longitudinal studies, conceptual modeling, and cross-national comparative frameworks. His scholarly contributions have been recognized through: Loyola's Distinguished Teacher Award (1997) Teaching honors from Beta Gamma Sigma Teaching honors from The Sellinger School Teaching honors from Alpha Sigma Nu, the Jesuit Honor Society Dr. Kashlak has advised generations of students while maintaining active corporate engagement through executive education programs for AT&T, Ericsson, Northrop-Grumman, and other global firms. He has developed and taught Executive MBA curricula across 15+ countries including China, Vietnam, Chile, and South Africa, connecting academic theory with real-world business challenges. His pre-academic industry experience at AT&T-Communications International, where he established international rate negotiation strategies and founded AT&T's Italian subsidiary, informs his practical teaching approach. His textbook International Management: Managing in a Diverse and Dynamic Global Environment (McGraw-Hill, 2005-2011 editions) has been adopted by universities in 22 countries and reflects his commitment to educating the next generation of global business leaders.