جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Gender-Affirming Care
• Pediatric Psychology
• Mental Health Disparities
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Christy Olezeski, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and Director of the Yale Pediatric Gender Program (YPGP), an interdisciplinary program providing comprehensive care to transgender and gender-expansive youth. Her work focuses on trauma-informed care, psychosexual development, and gender development, with a commitment to addressing health disparities and advancing gender-affirming practices. She mentors students across multiple disciplines, including Psychiatry, Public Health, and Divinity. Dr. Olezeski’s educational background includes a PhD from the University of Albany and postdoctoral training at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School. She has been recognized with awards such as the 2024 Connecticut Psychological Association Community Partnership Award for her contributions to transgender healthcare. Her research spans topics like medical ethics, mental health equity, and the impact of stigma on transgender youth. She co-leads YPGP, serving families across Connecticut and beyond, emphasizing family-centered, evidence-based care. Her recent publications address gender-affirming care evidence, combating healthcare disinformation, and improving accessibility in pediatric mental health settings. Dr. Olezeski advocates for systemic changes to support LGBTQ+ youth, integrating clinical practice, education, and advocacy.

• Latinx Immigrant Mental Health
• Cultural Adaptation of Interventions
• Trauma Treatment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Oscar Fernando Rojas Perez is an Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine. He holds affiliations with the NIMH-funded Center for Interdisciplinary Research on AIDS and the NIMHD Health Disparities Research Institute. His work focuses on culturally responsive mental health interventions, Latinx immigrant well-being, and policy advocacy. Dr. Rojas Perez earned his PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri and completed his internship at La Clínica Hispana under the Yale Doctoral Internship program. Education : BA in Sociology and Chicanx/Latinx Studies, University of California, Irvine (2011) MA & PhD in Counseling Psychology, University of Missouri (2015, 2019) Postdoctoral Fellowships at Boston University Medical Campus/Harvard Medical School (2020) and Yale School of Medicine (2022) His research explores cultural strengths in healing, decolonial approaches to mental health, and systemic barriers faced by immigrant communities. Key areas include anti-immigrant policy impacts, trauma treatment for refugees, and peer support models for Latinx populations. Awards : Outstanding Dissertation Award (National Latinx Psychological Association) Lauds and Laurels Distinguished Young Alumnus (UC Irvine) Three APA Fellowships NIMHD Health Disparities Research Institute Fellow Dr. Rojas Perez advises the National Latinx Psychological Association as Senior Policy Advisor and co-authored the book ¿Quiénes somos y de dónde venimos? , examining sociopolitical factors affecting Latinx mental health. His clinical work emphasizes evidence-based therapies like DBT and motivational interviewing for diverse populations.

Clint Stevensonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Food Safety Education
• Instructional Design
• Virtual Reality in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Clint Stevenson is an Associate Professor and Distance Education Coordinator in the Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences at North Carolina State University. He manages an instructional design lab focused on creating and evaluating innovative educational tools for food safety and quality assurance training. B.S. in Food Science, University of Idaho (2005) M.S. in Food Science, Purdue University (2007) Ph.D. in Food Science, NC State University (2012) His research centers on applying virtual reality, 360-degree media, and e-learning modules to enhance food safety education. Projects are grounded in constructivist and behaviorist learning theories to improve workforce competencies in the food industry. Stevenson’s publications highlight his work in developing online courses, evaluating game-based learning, and analyzing workforce training needs. His lab’s outputs include interactive tools for sanitation auditing, environmental monitoring, and risk-based inspections. He coordinates and teaches the Food Safety Manager Certificate program through distance education and collaborates with organizations like the Food and Drug Administration, Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, and USDA-NIFA on grants for educational technology development. The lab team includes instructional designers, graduate students, and alumni working on projects such as VR training for artisan cheesemakers and seafood processing sanitation. Partnerships extend to institutions like the University of Maine, University of Illinois, and DELTA (Distance Education and Learning Technologies Applications).

• Digital Transformation
• Healthcare Informatics
• Artificial Intelligence
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amir Andargoli is a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems at Swinburne University of Technology's School of Business, Law and Entrepreneurship. His research focuses on digital transformation, healthcare innovation, and strategic information management. He has published extensively in journals like Journal of Strategic Information Systems and Information & Management, with a particular emphasis on digital ecosystems, blockchain in healthcare, and AI applications. Research Interests: Dr. Andargoli's work bridges information systems theory with practical applications in healthcare and industry. His recent projects explore digital twins for dementia care, blockchain architectures for healthcare data sharing, and the socio-technical dynamics of Lean management systems. He emphasizes user-centered design in digital technologies to enhance organizational value and patient outcomes. Grants & Projects: He has secured grants from institutions including the Australian Academy of Science and Barbara Dicker Brain Science Foundation. Notable projects include examining Spotify's algorithmic playlists (Contemporary Music Victoria), developing digital solutions for ME/CFS care (Emerge Australia), and conceptualizing digital twins for dementia care (Ian Dicker Family Settlement). Teaching & Supervision: Dr. Andargoli teaches in Swinburne's Business Information Systems programs and supervises Higher Degree by Research candidates. His supervision focuses on topics like data governance, digital innovation in supply chains, and psychological safety in digital transformation projects. He has advised on doctoral theses addressing healthcare resilience, suicide helpline systems, and digital transformation in post-pandemic contexts. Professional Recognition: He is a 2011 finalist in Griffith University's Innovation Challenge for the A-SOSim project. His research has been cited in leading conferences like the Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences and Bled eConference.

Medhanie Gaimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Organizational Paradoxes
• Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
• Startup-Corporate Collaboration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Medhanie Gaim is an Associate Professor at the Umeå School of Business, Economics and Statistics (USBE), Umeå University. He holds a Docent (higher doctorate) and is a Recognised University Teacher. His primary affiliation is within the Department of Business Administration and Management, focusing on organizational paradoxes and entrepreneurial ecosystems. Research interests include managing contradictions in organizations, startup-corporate collaboration strategies, refugee entrepreneurship, and innovation ecosystems. He leads the 'Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and New Venture Creation' research group and has secured grants from Forte and Handelsbanken. Notable achievements include the USBE Scientific Awards 2020. Key contributions address paradox persistence in projects (e.g., Sydney Opera House), Volkswagen's emissions scandal analysis, and pandemic-driven organizational adaptations. His work spans interdisciplinary dialogues, cultural management (Ubuntu case), and design thinking applications in creative industries. Publications emphasize frameworks for synthesizing paradoxical tensions, ecosystem orchestration strategies, and routines balancing stability/innovation. Current projects include refugee entrepreneurship studies and interactive spaces for venture creation support.

Remigijus Bubnysمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Higher Education Didactics
• Reflective Learning
• Educational Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Remigijus Bubnys is a Professor and Chief Research Worker at Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy, Lithuania. He holds a PhD in Education Studies and has held academic positions at multiple institutions including Vilnius University and Kaunas University of Technology. His research focuses on higher education didactics, reflective learning, and organizational culture in educational settings. He has supervised the 'Teacher Education and Teaching Processes' research group and served as Deputy Chairman of the Academy's Council. Education includes: PhD in Social Sciences (Education Studies) from Šiauliai Academy (2005–2009), Master's in Primary School Teaching (1997–1999), and a Bachelor's in Psychology (2001–2005) from Vytautas Magnus University. Research emphasizes critical thinking development, teacher professional identity, and experiential learning methods. He has authored/co-authored over 50 publications since 2019, focusing on educational innovation, sustainable development through cooperative learning, and organizational dynamics in schools. His work bridges qualitative methodologies with practical applications in teacher training and institutional change. Professional activities include editorial roles for journals like Social Welfare: Interdisciplinary Approach and involvement in national education evaluation committees. He has also served as a Visiting Professor at Poland's Pedagogical University of Kraków (2019–2020).

Peter Hettichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Economic Law
• Regulated Markets
• Environmental Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Peter Hettich is a Professor of Public Law at the University of St. Gallen (Law School), specializing in economic constitutional law, regulated markets, environmental law, and infrastructure law. He leads the Department of Economic Law at the Institute of Law and Economics (ILE-HSG) and co-heads the Centre for Energy Innovation, Governance, and Investment (EGI-HSG), part of the Swiss Competence Centre for Energy Transition (SCCER CREST). His research focuses on regulated sectors like energy, telecommunications, and public utilities. Education: LL.M. (Columbia Law School, 2006); J.S.D. summa cum laude (University of St. Gallen, 2003); lic. iur. (University of St. Gallen, 1999). Research Interests: Economic constitutional law, competition law, infrastructure regulation, and digital transformation of legal frameworks. Notable projects include the Swiss Energy Governance initiative and studies on digital privacy (e.g., 'Remembering and Forgetting in the Digital Age'). Affiliations: Director of the Research Centre for Information Law (FIR-HSG), member of the Zurich Bar Association, and legal consultant for VISCHER Ltd. He also contributes to executive education at the HSG Executive School. Awards: Includes the James Kent Scholar distinction and multiple grants/fellowships for legal research. Advisory Work: Provides expert opinions for public and private entities, including federal administrations. Maintains a blog on economic regulation. Teaching: Courses on public economic law, energy law, and law-economic integration.

Bronwyn Cross-Dennyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Justice
• Global Health
• Social Determinants of Health
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Bronwyn Cross-Denny is an Associate Professor of Health Science at Sacred Heart University, serving as Chair of the Department since 2010. She holds a PhD in Social Work from Fordham University and is a licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut. Her expertise spans diversity, social justice, global health, and social determinants of health. Dr. Cross-Denny founded the Master of Social Work program at Sacred Heart, emphasizing integrated practice in its curriculum. She has led interdisciplinary collaborations domestically and internationally. Education: PhD in Social Work, Fordham University (2007–2012) MSW (Clinical and Research), Fordham University (1992–1996) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Western Michigan University (1982–1986) Research focuses on global health engagement, environmental justice, and antiracist education. Recent projects include the Virtual Global Immersion Project and HRSA grants addressing emergency preparedness and mental health integration. Her work emphasizes cultural competence and policy advocacy. Awards include the 2024 URCG Award, Faculty Fellow of Global Health (2020–2023), and the Sage/CSWE Innovative Teaching Award (2015). She leads grants totaling over $3 million and serves on national committees like the Council on Social Work Education's Board and the Consortium of Universities for Global Health's Education Sub-Committee. Labs/Teams: Co-Director of the Virtual Global Immersion Project and the HRSA-funded IMPACTS initiative. Her teaching includes courses on Global Health, Human Diversity, and Research Methods.

• Structural Stigma
• LGBTQ+ Health
• Minority Stress
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Micah Lattanner is an Assistant Professor in the Public Health Department at Santa Clara University. His research focuses on structural stigma , LGBTQ+ health disparities, and mental health outcomes, with a particular emphasis on how systemic stigma impacts marginalized populations. He employs both quantitative and qualitative methods, including meta-analyses and longitudinal cohort studies, to explore mechanisms linking stigma to health outcomes. Dr. Lattanner’s work bridges social sciences , public health , and clinical psychology , addressing topics such as sexual orientation disparities, racialized stigma, and the efficacy of mental health interventions in high-stigma contexts. His recent studies highlight the neurobiological and psychological impacts of stigma, particularly among Black, Latinx, and LGBTQ+ youth. Notably, his research examines intersectional factors such as partner gender, cultural sexism, and anti-Black racism, advocating for evidence-based policies to reduce health inequities. He has contributed to high-impact journals like Lancet Public Health and pioneered interdisciplinary approaches to stigma research.

Erika Willanderمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Religious Change
• Secularization
• Social Consequences of Religiosity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Erika Willander is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at Umeå University. Her research focuses on religious change, secularization, and social consequences of mainstream religiosity. She holds a Docent qualification and has been affiliated with the Sociology of Religion research group. Her work examines topics such as Muslim communities in Sweden, digital religious practices, chaplaincy during crises, and post-religious identities. Notable projects include studies on secularization among post-Muslims and post-Christians, the role of social media in religious expression, and pandemic responses in healthcare chaplaincy. Her publications span peer-reviewed journals like Information, Communication and Society , Sociologisk forskning , and Numer , as well as edited volumes and agency reports. She collaborates frequently with Göran Larsson and David Thurfjell on interdisciplinary projects analyzing religious demographics and societal integration. Willander's research often combines quantitative analysis with qualitative insights, addressing contemporary challenges of religious pluralism and secularization theory in Nordic contexts. Her work bridges sociology of religion, digital culture studies, and public policy analysis.

Maria Moberg Stephensonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Social Work
• Migration Studies
• Gender Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Maria Moberg Stephenson is a Senior Lecturer in Social Work Research at Karlstad University. She is affiliated with the KuFo research group for culture studies, the Centre for Gender Studies at Karlstad University, and the Nordic network FlickForsk! for girlhood studies. Her research focuses on young people's life situations, gender, migration, belonging, racism, and anti-racist social work practices. She teaches on bachelor's and master's programs in Social Work, emphasizing criminality, postcolonial theories, and issues of racism. Her current research projects include studies on girls in homelessness, criminal gangs, deprived areas, and street-level social work for migrant inclusion (TESMI). Earlier work explored NGO social work with unaccompanied asylum-seeking minors and constructions of belonging among young migrants. She holds a PhD in Social Work and has backgrounds in Social Anthropology and Cultural Politics. Dr. Stephenson's publications span media portrayals of violent girls, asylum policies, and ethnographic studies of marginalized youth. Her work is funded by institutions like the Swedish Research Council, Forte, and NordForsk. She advises PhD students and supervises graduate/postgraduate research in Social Work, contributing to critical debates on migration, gender, and social justice.

Gerhard Hillmerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Engineering Education
• Leadership & Project Management
• Organizational Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Gerhard Hillmer is a Professor and Program Director of the Industrial Engineering & Management Master's program at the Management Center Innsbruck. He holds a Dr.-Ing. in Chemical Engineering from Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg (1993) and an MSc in Management from Management Center Innsbruck (2008). His career spans over 25 years in academia and industry, including leadership roles as Department Head (2009-2023) and Study Coordinator in Process Engineering. Prior to academia, he held strategic roles in ExxonMobil and Esso Italiana focusing on business planning and operations optimization. His research focuses on leadership development in engineering education, interdisciplinary competency models, and organizational change management. He has authored textbooks such as Key Competencies in Leadership and Project Work (2022) and pioneered training concepts for engineering graduates' soft skills and responsible management practices. His work emphasizes integrating non-technical competencies like conflict resolution, project management, and ethical decision-making into engineering curricula. Recent publications address global business strategies in Africa, AI-driven HR practices, and corporate ethics expectations. Hillmer has supervised over 50 theses on topics ranging from cross-cultural leadership to resilient supply chains. His presentations at international conferences highlight trends in engineering education reform and organizational transformation in VUCA environments. Notable contributions include developing the PRiME-based Responsible Management certificate and advancing qualitative research methods for change processes in manufacturing. His work bridges academic research with practical industry challenges, emphasizing sustainable career development for engineers and leadership excellence in multinational contexts.

Elisabeth Moser Opitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Special Education
• Inclusive Education
• Mathematics Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Elisabeth Moser Opitz is a Full Professor of Special Education with a focus on Inclusion and Instruction Research at the University of Zurich. She leads the Institute of Educational Science and has held academic roles since 2010. Her research prioritizes inclusive education, mathematics learning difficulties (e.g., dyscalculia), and diagnostic tools for educational assessment. Key projects include SMILE (addressing mathematics difficulties in adolescents) and the Zurich Learning Progress Study (LEAPS) , examining learning trajectories from kindergarten through compulsory schooling. She has authored over 100 publications, focusing on teacher training, special education practices, and social-emotional development in classrooms. Education: 2000: Doctorate in Educational Science (University of Fribourg) 1991: Master's in Special Education (University of Fribourg) 1983: Primary School Teaching Certification Research Interests: Moser Opitz investigates inclusive pedagogical strategies, early numerical competence, and systemic educational equity. Her work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing teacher collaboration and contextual factors influencing student success. Grants/Leadership: Active in Swiss National Science Foundation projects (e.g., SinuS analyzing secondary school inclusion). She directs the LEAPS consortium, combining interdisciplinary expertise from multiple Swiss universities. Her contributions include developing diagnostic tools like the BASIS-MATH-G series for early mathematics assessment. Labs/Teams: Leads projects at the Institute of Educational Science, collaborating with experts in mathematics didactics, educational psychology, and teacher education.

Harpreet Singhمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Information Systems
• Venture Capital Decision-Making
• Technology Adoption
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Harpreet Singh is an Associate Professor of Management at the Naveen Jindal School of Management, University of Texas at Dallas. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Connecticut (2010), where he received multiple accolades including the Hall of Fame award and Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship. His research focuses on information systems, venture capital decision-making, healthcare informatics, and organizational innovation. He has published extensively on topics such as AI agent limitations, crowdfunding platform optimization, and patient portal engagement. Research Interests: Dr. Singh explores the intersection of technology and decision-making processes. His work addresses challenges in venture capital evaluation, healthcare digitalization, and user behavior in online platforms. Recent studies investigate how tacit knowledge integration improves AI systems and how collaboration networks drive innovation. Awards & Affiliations: University of Connecticut School of Business Hall of Fame (2010) Nominated for Best Paper Award at WITS 2009 Member of INFORMS, AIS, and Beta Gamma Sigma Grants & Labs: His research has been supported by grants focusing on IT knowledge impacts and venture financing dynamics. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop frameworks for optimizing digital systems in healthcare and finance.

Jennifer J. Blackhurstمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Supply Chain Risk Management
• Supply Chain Disruption Management
• Supplier Assessment and Selection
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jennifer J. Blackhurst is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Business Analytics at the Tippie College of Business, University of Iowa. She has held several key academic and administrative roles, including Professor in Business Analytics (2021–2025), Associate Dean for Graduate Professional Programs (2020–2025), and the Leonard A. Hadley Chair/Professor in Business Analytics (2019–2024). Her career reflects deep engagement in supply chain research, academic leadership, and editorial contributions to top journals. Her research focuses on supply chain risk and disruption management, supplier assessment and selection, supply chain coordination, and innovation. She explores how organizations can build resilience through strategic adaptation, network design, and behavioral competencies. Her work integrates complex systems theory, empirical analysis, and data-driven modeling to address real-world supply chain challenges. The recent publications highlight a strong trend in understanding supply chain resilience through network science, agent-based modeling, and systemic risk frameworks. Her research spans both technical and human dimensions, examining not only structural vulnerabilities but also organizational behaviors and knowledge-based competencies that influence risk mitigation. Key themes include disruption propagation, robustness measurement, and the dual role of innovation in both enhancing performance and potentially increasing vulnerability. Scientific Awards and Honors: Best Paper Award - Transportation Journal and APICS, 2018 Outstanding Associate Editor - Decision Sciences Journal, 2017 MBA Business Analytics Professor of the Year - Tippie College of Business, 2017 Outstanding Associate Editor - Decision Sciences Journal, 2013 Emerging Leaders Academy - Iowa State University, 2013 - 2014 Citations of Excellence Award - Emerald Management Reviews, 2011 Jennifer Blackhurst has played a significant role in academic service through editorial and review activities, serving as Senior Editor for the Journal of Business Logistics and on the editorial boards of several leading journals including IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management , Decision Sciences Journal , and Journal of Operations Management . While no formal advising or grant information is listed, her leadership roles and extensive publication record suggest active mentorship and research supervision. She is a member of the Council for Supply Chain Management Professionals and the Decision Sciences Institute, further demonstrating her national engagement in the field.