Raffael N. Fasel is a SNSF Ambizione Senior Researcher at the University of Zurich , with affiliations as an Affiliated Lecturer at the University of Cambridge and Visiting Scholar at NYU Law School . His work bridges animal rights law , constitutional theory , and comparative jurisprudence . Education: Dr. iur. from University of Cambridge, LL.M. from Yale, MA from University College London. Current research focuses on nonhuman legal personhood , direct democracy , and constitutional constraints in global contexts. His publications analyze intersections between legal philosophy and practical governance , including forthcoming work on Animal Rights Law and peer-reviewed articles on topics like Sieyès' constitutional theory and Swiss primate rights cases . He has collaborated with artists on public legal education projects, such as an installation on the monkey selfie case (Naruto v. Slater) in Aarhus Courthouse (2020). Scientific awards: SNSF Ambizione Fellowship Key thematic areas: animal rights law , constitutional self-determination , judicial reasoning , and democratic legitimacy .
Jonathon L. Earle is an Associate Professor of African History at Centre College, where he has been a faculty member since 2012. He serves as Co-Chair of the Uganda Studies Group within the African Studies Association and as Senior Editor of the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of African History. His academic appointments span the History Department, International Studies Program, and African & African American Studies program. Dr. Earle specializes in the intellectual history of modern Africa, with particular expertise in Uganda and the Buganda Kingdom. His research focuses on decolonizing knowledge production, religious thought in colonial contexts, and political imagination during the end of empire. He has developed a creative pedagogy incorporating community-based learning and regularly leads study abroad programs to eastern Africa and the United Kingdom. His scholarly output demonstrates significant contributions to African intellectual history, with particular emphasis on how African thinkers navigated colonial epistemologies. His publications reveal a consistent exploration of how religious frameworks, historical consciousness, and political imagination shaped anti-colonial thought and postcolonial state formation in East Africa. Finalist for the Bethwell A. Ogot Book Prize (2018) Centre Scholar (2016, 2019) Stodghill Research Professorship (2017) Delta Delta Delta Professor of the Year (2016) Special Project Award of the Kentucky Historical Society (2020) Dr. Earle has maintained an active research agenda, presenting at or organizing at least 16 conferences or workshops since 2013, including events at Cambridge, Makerere, Yale, and Oxford universities. He has also supervised undergraduate research projects, notably a student-led podcast series on the assassination of Kentucky Governor William Goebel. His work with students extends to field research in Uganda and the United Kingdom, reflecting his commitment to experiential learning. His scholarly leadership includes co-organizing significant workshops such as 'Terrorism in Africa' at Oxford (2016) and 'Emerging Approaches in Uganda Studies' at University College London (2017). He is currently leading major editorial projects including the Cambridge History of African Political Thought and African Histories of the Holocaust.
Dana Minbaeva is Professor of Strategic Human Capital at King's Business School, King’s College London, UK, and holds a part-time appointment at Copenhagen Business School, Denmark. She is a leading scholar in International Human Resource Management and Strategic Human Capital, with extensive contributions to top-tier journals and global academic leadership. Professor, King's Business School, King’s College London Part-time Faculty, Copenhagen Business School Associate Editor, Academy of Management Review Her research centers on strategic HRM, talent management, knowledge transfer, and institutional dynamics in multinational enterprises, particularly in emerging markets. She explores how human capital is leveraged across borders, the role of informal networks, and the impact of crises like COVID-19 on HR practices. Her work integrates micro-foundational perspectives with macro-level institutional contexts. Recent publications highlight evolving themes in HR analytics, diversity and inclusion, and the disruption of traditional HR models through digital transformation and global crises. Her research consistently appears in premier journals such as Academy of Management Review , Journal of International Business Studies , and Human Resource Management . Fellow of the Academy of International Business (AIB) Recipient of the JIBS Decade Award 2013 Dana Minbaeva actively supervises research, leads funded projects such as the ESRC study on diversity management transfer in Pakistan, and contributes to executive education and MBA teaching across Europe. She is also the founder of Nordic Human Capital Advisory ApS, bridging academic insight with practical application. Her work engages with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to decent work and economic growth, and she has led initiatives on diversity, inclusion, and workforce analytics.
Reynaldo Romero serves as Associate Professor in the Department of History, Humanities and Languages at the University of Houston-Downtown, where he has maintained active teaching and research since at least 2012. His academic foundation spans linguistics, public health, and translation studies across multiple institutions. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics from Georgetown University (Dissertation: Structural Consequences of Language Shift: Judeo-Spanish in Istanbul) M.P.H. in Community Health Practice from UTHealth (Dissertation: Beliefs on COVID-19 vaccination among Hispanic day laborers) M.A. in Translation from Kent State University Multiple B.A. degrees in French, General Linguistics, and Spanish Language/Linguistics from Rice University Romero's research creates critical intersections between linguistic theory and real-world applications. His work on Spanish for the Professions establishes frameworks for medical and legal interpreting while addressing systemic language access barriers. The scholarship on endangered languages—particularly Judeo-Spanish and Afro-Hispanic varieties—combines rigorous documentation with urgent revitalization efforts. His healthcare access research directly engages Houston's linguistic minorities through community-based projects like the Medical Translation Project with HISD. Recent publications reveal three dominant trajectories: (1) advancing methodologies in Afro-Hispanic linguistics through collaborative edited volumes; (2) developing social justice frameworks for marginalized language communities; and (3) documenting endangered linguistic varieties with innovative digital approaches. These threads converge in his community-engaged scholarship that bridges academic research and practical language access solutions. Professional recognition includes: Certified Translator status from the American Translators Association Advanced Professional Analytic Linguist certification Specialized medical and legal interpreter credentials Online teaching certification with digital tools specialization Romero's grant activity demonstrates sustained commitment to practical applications of linguistic research. Current projects include 'Promoting the Critical and Responsible Use of Digital Tools and AI in Written Tasks' (2024-2025), while past work developed medical interpreter training during disaster relief and language access protocols for healthcare settings. His service learning initiatives—like the Medical Translation Project with Houston ISD—create tangible community impact while advancing pedagogical innovation. Through the Medical Translation Project and language access advocacy, Romero cultivates collaborative spaces where academic research directly serves Houston's linguistic minorities. His work with heritage speakers and endangered language communities establishes frameworks for linguistic empowerment beyond traditional academic boundaries.
Lena Roxell is a Lecturer at the Department of Criminology, Stockholm University, where she conducts research on prison systems, recidivism, and criminal networks. She is an active member of the Quantitative Criminology Research Group, established in 2022, which focuses on the possibilities and limitations of quantitative methods in criminology. Her primary research interests include prison research, with particular focus on long-term sentenced prisoners, prison networks, and recidivism patterns. Dr. Roxell examines how prison experiences affect reintegration outcomes and studies the structural aspects of co-offending networks. Her work often employs quantitative methods to analyze large datasets related to criminal behavior and prison administration. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on prison governance, recidivism timing, and the social dynamics within correctional facilities. Her research spans comparative studies (particularly between Sweden and other countries), methodological approaches to criminological research, and specialized topics like faith-based units in prisons and hate crime patterns. The publications demonstrate a sophisticated use of quantitative methods and longitudinal data analysis throughout her career. Dr. Roxell teaches thesis work and supervises students in prison research. Her current research project focuses on analyzing reduced recidivism after prison sentences based on client composition, prison services, labor market connections, and substance abuse. She is actively involved in the Quantitative Criminology Research Group at Stockholm University, contributing to methodological developments in the field and applying these approaches to understand complex prison dynamics and criminal behavior patterns.
Thomas Schlag is Professor of Practical Theology at the University of Zurich , with research foci in religious education, church theory, and pastoral theology . He directs the university-wide research focus "Digital Religion(s): Communication, Interaction and Transformation in the Digital Society" , exploring the intersection of theology and digital culture. His career includes roles as Chairman of the Center for Church Development (ZKE) and Dean of the Faculty of Theology (2014–2016). Key Research Areas : Digital religion, public theology, interreligious education, confirmation work, church development, and socio-political theology. Academic Leadership : Directed international studies on confirmation work, co-edited interdisciplinary theological compendiums, and contributed to debates on state religious education and digital ethics. Recent Publications (2024–2025) examine digital media in religious education, Swiss church reform, theological responses to polarization, and interfaith educational models. His "Digital Religion(s)" program analyzes church-state-civil society dynamics in digital societies. He teaches courses on existential religious education , digital transformation , and ecclesiological-practical semesters . Collaborations include the European Network for Confirmation Work , International Academy of Practical Theology , and projects with Swiss and international theological institutions. His work bridges digital innovation , democratic education , and pastoral care in virtual environments .
Dr. Sherrill Stroschein is a Reader in Politics at the Department of Political Science, University College London (UCL) , where she has been since 2005. Her academic career includes prior roles as an Academy Scholar at Harvard University and Assistant Professor at Ohio University . She earned her PhD from Columbia University in 2000 under the supervision of the late Dr. Charles Tilly, and a BA magna cum laude from Amherst College .
Anja Kraus is a Professor in Arts and Culture Education at Stockholm University, Department of Teaching and Learning. She has held academic positions at the University of Education Ludwigsburg (2003-2013), Linnaeus University Växjö (2013-2019), and joined Stockholm University in 2018. Her academic journey began with studies in Philosophy and Educational Sciences at Free University Berlin and Arts Education at the University of the Arts Berlin, Germany. Her research focuses on Pedagogical Anthropology, with special emphasis on tacit knowledge, corporeality, aesthetic education, and multimodal learning. She has developed systematic approaches to understanding tacit knowing in educational contexts, particularly examining how corporeality, aesthetic learning, and inclusivity function in schools. Her work bridges phenomenological, ethnographical, and body-phenomenological approaches with practical educational applications. She has made significant contributions to understanding how materiality, performativity, and imaginaries shape educational practices. Her recent publications reveal strong trends in embodiment studies, with particular attention to kinesthetic learning, spatial pedagogy, and the relationship between aesthetics and sustainability. Her work increasingly explores educational practices within the Anthropocene context, examining how arts education can address environmental concerns through embodied approaches. The recurring theme across her publications is the exploration of how tacit knowledge manifests in educational settings and how this understanding can transform teaching practices. As head convenor of the international scientific network 'Tacit Dimensions of Pedagogy,' she has organized numerous workshops and conferences addressing pedagogical terminologies across languages. Her collaborative projects span Scandinavia, Europe, Asia, and North and South America, demonstrating her commitment to transcultural approaches in educational research. Her teaching spans multiple languages (German, English, Swedish, Spanish) and covers diverse areas including Classroom Education, Cultural and Media Education, Sciences of Bildung, Elementary Education, and Vocational Training. Her pedagogical approach emphasizes practice-oriented competence, inclusive school development, and aesthetic learning environments with a comparative perspective.
Mark CHRISTENSEN is a Professor in the Accounting and Management Control Department at ESSEC Business School, Singapore , where he has worked since 2016. His career spans academia, public sector work, and consultancy. Holding a PhD from The University of Adelaide and a BA (Hons) from Macquarie University , his research explores accounting as a socio-technical construction , with a focus on public sector accrual accounting , performance reporting , and consultancy roles in accounting change . He has held academic appointments at institutions including the University of New South Wales, Copenhagen Business School, and Hokkaido University, and has been a visiting scholar at the University of Nordland and Nanzan University. Research Interests include public sector accounting reforms , environmental sustainability in accounting , and audit as an instrument of blame . His work addresses global accounting trends , epistemic communities , and power dynamics in budget processes , often through comparative international studies . Recent publications examine animal welfare accounting , neocolonial research practices , and accountants’ portrayals in popular culture . Professional Contributions include serving on the editorial boards of the Accounting, Auditing & Accountability Journal and Financial Accountability and Management , organizing conferences like the 10th Australia-Pacific Colloquium on Qualitative Research Methods , and delivering keynotes at international events such as the 15th International Conference on Business & Management . He has reviewed for over 15 journals and participated in global research networks.
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.
Mathieu Arnoux is a University Professor and Director of Studies at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS), affiliated with University Paris Diderot. He is attached to the Centre for Economic and Social History François Simiand (CRH) and works within the GrHEco research team. His professional contact is based at the EHESS-CRH center located at 48, boulevard Jourdan, 75014 Paris. Arnoux specializes in Medieval European History with a focus on economic history, particularly examining European economy from the 10th to 16th centuries. His research interests encompass work and techniques in medieval societies, Normandy, and the broader Anglo-Norman world. He is particularly known for his studies on resource management, economic growth, and social organization during the medieval period. His research output demonstrates a consistent focus on medieval economic structures, with particular attention to the relationship between resource availability, agricultural production, and societal development. Arnoux's work bridges historical analysis with contemporary questions about sustainability and economic development, as evidenced by his 2023 publication 'A world without resources. Need and society in Europe (11th-14th centuries)' and his 2019 article 'Renewable Resources and Economic Growth: Medieval Suggestions and Contemporary Questions'. Arnoux is actively engaged in academic life, teaching courses on natural resources including 'renewal, depletion and crisis' for the 2024-2025 academic year. He participates in multiple research groups including GRHECO and LIED (Intradisciplinary Laboratory for the Energies of Tomorrow at Paris 7-Diderot University).
Kevin Buckelew is an Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Northwestern University specializing in Chinese Buddhism, with particular expertise in Chan (Zen) traditions and Buddhist-Daoist interactions. He earned his B.A. in Liberal Arts from Sarah Lawrence College and his Ph.D. in East Asian Languages and Cultures from Columbia University. Affiliation: Northwestern University, Religious Studies Department Education: B.A. (Sarah Lawrence College), Ph.D. (Columbia University) His research explores Chan Buddhist claims to authority equivalent to the historical Buddha, focusing on embodiment, gender, and institutional practices during the Song dynasty. He also investigates Buddhist-Daoist intellectual exchanges, particularly regarding theories of liberation and bodily practices. Recent publications include Discerning Buddhas: Authority, Agency, and Masculinity in Chan Buddhism (2025) and co-edited volume Buddhist Masculinities (2023). His work appears in top journals like Harvard Journal of Asiatic Studies and T’oung Pao , supported by Fulbright and Bukkyo Dendo Kyokai grants. Scientific Awards: Fulbright Program Grant Bukkyo Dendo Kyokai Grant Buckelew's scholarship combines textual analysis, historical methodology, and thematic explorations of moral responsibility and gender construction in premodern Chinese religious contexts.
Julia Gamble is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Arts. A bioarchaeologist and dental anthropologist, her research focuses on medieval European populations, particularly stress and health patterns across the life course. She employs advanced techniques like 3D scanning, laser microscopy, and palaeoproteomics for analysis. Education: PhD in Anthropology, University of Manitoba (2015) MA in European Historical Archaeology, University of Sheffield (2006) BA Honours in Anthropology, University of Winnipeg (2005) Research Interests: Her work bridges dental anthropology, developmental origins of health/disease, palaeodemography, and palaeopathology. She investigates correlations between dental growth disruptions and adult skeletal health markers, with recent collaborations on Avar period bioarchaeology and repatriation efforts. Recent Publications: Spanning 2016–2025, her articles address Black Death genetics, enamel defect analysis, digital osteology education, and sex estimation from proteomics. These studies integrate ancient DNA, microscopy, and historical contextualization. Grants & Affiliations: Principal Investigator for SSHRC-funded projects on early medieval Austria and co-Investigator for repatriation research. Affiliated with the Earth Materials and Archaeometry Centre (EMAC). Teaching: Courses include human osteology, bioarchaeology, and evolutionary anthropology. Actively involved in fieldwork in Europe and Canada.
Daniel Pettersson is a Professor at University of Gävle specializing in educational science with a particular focus on international knowledge measurements, comparative education, and curriculum studies. His work critically examines the hegemony of comparisons in education, particularly through large-scale assessments like PISA, and explores how these influence educational policy and practice. Professor Pettersson's research spans several interconnected domains within educational science. He investigates how international comparisons shape educational discourse and policy, examining the historical development of assessment practices and their impact on national education systems. His work frequently analyzes the production of educational knowledge through data visualization and quantification, revealing how numbers become authoritative in educational decision-making. A significant portion of his research focuses on Swedish education within international contexts, exploring how global educational trends are adopted, adapted, and contested in national settings. His extensive publication record reveals several key trends in his scholarly work. Over the past two decades, Pettersson has traced the evolution of international large-scale assessments from marginal research tools to central policy instruments. His recent work increasingly examines data visualization techniques in educational research and the historical construction of educational knowledge through quantification. He also explores the intersection of teacher education with international assessment frameworks, revealing tensions between global educational discourses and local teaching practices. Professor Pettersson has made significant contributions to understanding how educational policy is shaped by international comparisons. His research demonstrates how assessment data becomes transformed into policy narratives that influence educational reform. He has documented the historical trajectory of international assessment research, showing how it evolved from marginal academic interest to central policy instrument. His collaborative work with scholars like Sverker Lindblad, Thomas Popkewitz, and Tatiana Mikhaylova has been particularly influential in critically examining the political dimensions of educational measurement. His research activities include extensive work with international research teams, participation in major conferences including the Nordic Education Research Association (NERA) and the International Standing Conference for the History of Education (ISCHE), and contributions to systematic reviews of international comparative research. Professor Pettersson's work bridges historical analysis, policy studies, and critical examination of educational measurement practices, providing valuable insights into how global educational knowledge is produced and circulated.
Bayram Coşkun is a full Professor at Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University's Faculty of Economics And Administrative Sciences, Department of Public Administration. He has been teaching since 1986 and holds a doctorate from Ankara University (2003). His career spans over 30 years in academic research, education, and administration. Bachelor's: Dokuz Eylül University, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Business Administration (1986) Master's: Dokuz Eylül University, Institute of Social Sciences, Public Administration (1995) Doctorate: Ankara University, Institute of Social Sciences, Management Sciences (2003) Coşkun's research focuses on strategic public management , digital transformation in governance , local administration reforms , environmental policy , and cultural heritage preservation . His work analyzes institutional changes, administrative ethics, and policy impacts across Turkish municipalities, with comparative studies on European systems. His recent publications examine artificial intelligence applications in education , presidential government reforms , and sustainability in municipal planning . He has contributed to 15+ journal articles and 10+ book chapters on these themes. Örsan Öymen 3rd Prize (2001) Mention Award for Total Quality Management in Local Administrations (1998) Coşkun has supervised 13+ graduate theses and participated in TÜBİTAK projects on digital maturity in municipalities. His editorial roles include journal editorships for Ombudsman Akademik and Elektronik Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi .
