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Priyasha Saksenaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• International Law
• Imperial Legal History
• Law and Society
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Priyasha Saksena is an Associate Professor at the School of Law, University of Leeds. She holds a SJD from Harvard University and a BA LLB from National Law School of India University. Her research focuses on imperial legal history, particularly the development of legal concepts under the British Empire and their contemporary impacts. Key areas include international law's role in colonial authority and the regulation of migrant healthcare workers. She co-leads the AHRC-funded 'Making it to the Registers' project (£535,114), examining migrant healthcare workers' regulatory challenges in the UK. Notable awards include the 2021 Sutherland Prize for legal history and a 2024 Hart-SLSA Prize shortlist for her book on princely states' sovereignty. She is affiliated with the Centre for Law and Social Justice and the Centre for Innovation and Research in Legal Education. Education: SJD, Harvard University BA LLB, National Law School of India University Research interests span two main themes: 1) international law's use as a tool of imperial authority, exemplified by her book analyzing princely states' sovereignty debates, and 2) legal frameworks governing migrant workers, particularly healthcare professionals. Her work bridges historical and contemporary legal systems, emphasizing colonial legacies in modern legal structures. She collaborates with institutions like the British Association of Physicians of Indian Origin to produce policy-informed historical analyses. Her recent publications explore domicile law's evolution in divorce jurisdiction, colonial legal hybridity, and migrant healthcare regulation. Awards highlight her contributions to legal historiography, while her current projects address systemic barriers faced by migrant professionals. Supervising postgraduate researcher Damarie Kalonzo, she mentors scholars in law and society studies. Awards: Hart-SLSA Prize for Early Career Academics (2024, shortlisted) ASLH Sutherland Prize (2021) Dr. Saksena’s work intersects legal academia with social justice advocacy, addressing gaps between historical legal practices and contemporary governance. She actively participates in interdisciplinary collaborations, such as the 'Making it to the Registers' project, which combines historical research with qualitative interviews to document migrant carers' regulatory experiences.

• International Criminal Law
• Human Rights Law
• International Dispute Settlement
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Giulia Pinzauti is an Assistant Professor at Leiden University's Grotius Centre for International Legal Studies, specializing in international criminal law, human rights law, and international dispute settlement. She has extensive experience in international legal institutions, including the International Court of Justice and international criminal tribunals. Professional Background: Former associate legal officer at the International Court of Justice (2015-2016), legal staff at Special Tribunal for Lebanon (2011-2012), and teaching/research assistant at the University of Florence. Research Focus: International criminal jurisdiction, statehood, sovereignty, law of occupation, and treaty conflicts in international law. Key Publication: Analyzed the legal implications of Oslo Accords on ICC jurisdiction over crimes against Palestinian Bedouins in Area C, emphasizing prescriptive jurisdiction and complementarity principles.

Arkady Plotnitskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Critical and Cultural Theory
• Continental Philosophy
• Romanticism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Arkady Plotnitsky is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of English at Purdue University, affiliated with the School of Interdisciplinary Studies (SIS), where he also serves as Director of Theory and Cultural Studies. His work bridges literature, philosophy, and science, positioning him as a leading figure in interdisciplinary humanities. Research Interests: His scholarship spans critical and cultural theory, continental philosophy, Romanticism, modernism and postmodernism, and the philosophical foundations of science and mathematics. He explores how literary and philosophical modes of thought interact with scientific paradigms, especially in quantum theory and non-classical logics. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a sustained engagement with the intersections of philosophy and theoretical physics, particularly quantum mechanics and relativity, as well as deep inquiries into the works of thinkers like Deleuze, Derrida, Riemann, and Kant. His work often examines non-classical epistemologies, the limits of representation, and the role of imagination in scientific discovery. Scientific Awards: No awards explicitly listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While no formal list of advisees or grants is mentioned, Plotnitsky has supervised numerous scholarly projects through his editorial work and leadership in theory and cultural studies. His extensive publication record and editorial roles suggest significant mentorship and research leadership. Labs and Research Teams: He leads the Theory and Cultural Studies initiative within SIS, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue among humanities and science scholars. His work cultivates collaborative intellectual spaces focused on the philosophical dimensions of scientific and literary thought.

Aziz Epikمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Criminal Law
• International Criminal Law
• Criminology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Aziz Epik is a Junior Professor (W1) with tenure track to W2 at the University of Hamburg Faculty of Law, specializing in Criminal Law, International Criminal Law, and Criminology. He was admitted to the German bar in 2020 and holds a doctorate from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2016). His work bridges academic research and practical legal analysis, particularly in transitional justice and sentencing frameworks. Current: Junior Professor, University of Hamburg (2022–present) Previous: Research Associate, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2013–2020) Education: LLM in International Law, University of Cambridge (2016); Law Degree, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin (2013) His research focuses on sentencing theories in international criminal law , functional immunity , transitional justice , and post-NS/DDR criminal accountability . Articles explore Nazi-era prosecutions, ICC jurisdiction in Palestine, and comparative sentencing mechanisms. Notable awards include the DAAD LLM scholarship, Bucerius Jura Program scholarship, and the Faculty of Law graduate prize for outstanding Staatsexamen performance.

• Public International Law
• International Human Rights Law
• European Union Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sarah Jamal is a Lecturer in Public Law at the University of Paris-Panthéon-Assas, specializing in international legal frameworks. She teaches United Nations Human Rights System, Public International Law, European Union Law, Immigration Law, and Administrative Law while conducting research through the Center for Research on Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (CRDH). Her academic credentials include: Doctorate in Public Law (Public International Law specialization), University of Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas Master 2 Research in Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, University of Paris 2 Panthéon-Assas Professional Master 2 in Public Litigation, University of Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne Research interests center on public international law and human rights law, with particular focus on environmental-human rights intersections, digital technologies in legal investigations, and decolonization jurisprudence. Her work critically examines the Universal Declaration of Human Rights' applicability to emerging issues like environmental protection and digital surveillance, while analyzing tensions between international human rights bodies through case studies like face-covering bans. Recent publications (2019-2021) reveal three dominant trends: (1) jurisdictional challenges in international courts (Palestine/ICC case), (2) environmental-human rights linkages (Portillo Caceres case), and (3) systematic commentary on ICESCR articles addressing science, culture, and international cooperation. These works demonstrate consistent engagement with treaty interpretation and evolving state obligations. As Editorial Director of Fundamental Rights journal and lead researcher for the externally funded project "Individual participation in surveys through social networks" (Institute for Studies and Research on Law and Justice), she bridges academic scholarship with practical legal applications. Her CRDH affiliation facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration on human rights monitoring methodologies.

Andrea Boggioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Science and Technology Policy
• Law and Ethics of Biosciences
• Science Diplomacy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrea Boggio serves as Professor of Legal Studies in Bryant University's College of Arts and Sciences, Department of History and Social Sciences, teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in business law, health law, and international law. He is currently on sabbatical for 2025-26 as Fulbright-Lund University Distinguished Scholar in Public International Law at Sweden's Lund University, fostering US-Sweden human rights research collaboration. His academic credentials include: JSD, Stanford Law School JSM, Stanford Law School LLD, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Italy Professor Boggio's research pioneers the human right to science framework, examining legal-ethical dimensions of biosciences through lenses of science diplomacy, innovation policy, and global health governance. His seminal 2024 Oxford University Press book The Human Right to Science: History, Development and Normative Content establishes foundational principles for applying human rights law to emerging technologies. Current work investigates gene editing regulation, biobank governance, and scientific freedom during global health emergencies, emphasizing transnational policy coherence and equitable benefit-sharing mechanisms. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a critical trajectory connecting international human rights instruments with contemporary scientific challenges, particularly in biotechnology regulation where he advocates for human rights-based approaches over purely ethical frameworks. His scholarship demonstrates increasing focus on operationalizing the right to science through indicator development and model legislation. Key recognitions include: Santander Faculty Research Collaboration Award (2017) Fulbright-Lund University Distinguished Scholar (2025-26) Multiple MERIT Awards (2009-2015) Summer Research Stipends (2013-2015) As Associate Editor of Human Reproduction (European Society of Human Reproduction publication) and Journal of Legal Studies Education , he shapes scholarly discourse while serving on the Massachusetts Science & Technology Policy Fellowship Advisory Board, College Board's CLEP Business Law Committee, and as GESDA Foundation consultant. A New York Bar member, he maintains active legal practice alongside academia. His Faculty Fellowship at Bryant's Center for Health and Behavioral Sciences drives interdisciplinary integration of legal perspectives into health sciences research, particularly through science diplomacy initiatives examining how human rights frameworks can guide international scientific collaboration during geopolitical tensions.

• Quantum Optics
• Quantum Information Science
• Quantum Imaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Juan P. Torres is a Professor at ICFO (Institut de Ciències Fotòniques) leading the Quantum Engineering of Light research group. His work focuses on generating and tailoring novel forms of classical and quantum light for fundamental quantum theory exploration and applications in secure communications, high-resolution imaging, and precision probing. His research centers on quantum optics and photonics with specialized expertise in spatial and frequency engineering of photons. He pioneers techniques for tailoring spatial entanglement through spontaneous parametric down-conversion schemes, enabling the generation of qudits with on-demand properties. His group actively develops quantum imaging methods using undetected light and explores high-dimensional quantum information processing. Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant trends in quantum imaging with undetected photons, high-dimensional quantum teleportation, and decoherence-assisted quantum key distribution. His work consistently bridges theoretical quantum mechanics with practical implementations in optical coherence tomography and quantum communication protocols, emphasizing spatial mode manipulation. Prof. Torres maintains active international collaborations with leading researchers including Prof. Bahaa Saleh (CREOL), Prof. Malvin Teich (Boston University), Dr. Fabio Sciarrino (University of Rome), Prof. J. H. Eberly (University of Rochester), and Dr. Alfred U'Ren (UNAM). His laboratory features two fully equipped optical facilities with four optical tables, multiple laser systems across wavelengths, single-photon detectors, nonlinear crystals, and advanced spectroscopy equipment for quantum light generation and characterization.

• International Law
• EU Law and Governance
• Human Rights
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Montserrat Abad Castelos es Catedrática en el Departamento de Derecho Internacional, Derecho Canónico y Filosofía del Derecho de la Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, y forma parte del Instituto Francisco de Vitoria de Estudios Internacionales y Europeos . Su investigación se centra en el derecho internacional, particularmente en áreas relacionadas con la UE, desarrollo sostenible, derechos humanos y energías marinas renovables. Sus artículos recientes abordan temas como: la rendición de cuentas por crímenes del ISIS desplazamientos climáticos y normativa de la UE energías marinas renovables y el derecho internacional diplomacia paralela de ONGs en conflictos reforma de instituciones económicas internacionales protección de derechos humanos en crisis Ha liderado proyectos como PaxNatura (2023-2027) financiado por AEI, y ODS, derechos humanos y Derecho internacional (2019-2022) patrocinado por el Ministerio de Economía español. Sus colaboraciones internacionales incluyen estancias en el CELI (Reino Unido), Lucsus Centre (Suecia) y British Institute of International and Comparative Law (2018-2011).

Amina Adananمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• International Criminal Law
• Human Rights Law
• History of International Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Amina Adanan is an Assistant Professor of Law at Maynooth University's School of Law and Criminology. She specializes in international criminal law, human rights law, and the history of international law, with a focus on universal jurisdiction and atrocity crimes prosecution. Amina is Co-Director of the Research Centre in International Justice and has held prestigious awards like the Royal Irish Academy’s Charlemont Grant (2021) and the Irish Research Council’s New Foundations Award (2022). She actively engages in policy work, including prisoner rights advocacy and mixed-race Irish rights. Education: PhD in Human Rights (2018, University of Galway), MA in International Relations (DCU), LL.B. & BA International (University of Galway). She teaches International Criminal Law, Property Law, and Fundamental Rights in Ireland. Research Projects include advancing prisoners' rights through strategic litigation, examining migrant experiences in Ireland’s penal system, and analyzing the UNWCC’s role in universal jurisdiction. She has published in journals like Journal of International Criminal Justice and International Criminal Law Review , and contributes to policy briefs and blogs.

Samir D. Mathurمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• High Energy Theory
• String Theory
• Black Hole Physics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Samir D. Mathur is a Professor in the Department of Physics at Ohio State University. His research focuses on high energy theory, string theory, and black hole physics, particularly addressing the black hole information paradox through the fuzzball paradigm. He has taught advanced courses such as String Theory (Physics 880) and contributed to resolving foundational questions in quantum gravity and black hole thermodynamics. Education: Ph.D. Physics, University of Bombay, 1987 M.S. Physics, IIT Kanpur, 1981 Research Interests: Mathur's work centers on resolving the black hole information paradox via the fuzzball framework, which replaces traditional black holes with horizon-scale structures in string theory. His contributions include exploring microstate geometries, holography, and the implications of string theory on black hole thermodynamics. He challenges classical black hole concepts by proposing fuzzballs as non-singular objects that preserve information without requiring firewalls or remnants. Publications & Trends: His recent work emphasizes fuzzball thermodynamics, the universality of black hole properties, and contrasting fuzzball models with wormholes. Key topics include gravitational wave echoes, vacuum elasticity, and CFT analysis in the D1-D5 system. Awards: Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching, Ohio State University, 2003 Advising & Grants: No explicitly listed advisees, but he teaches graduate courses and contributes to research groups exploring string theory and black hole microstates. Labs/Teams: Leads a research group focused on string theory applications to black holes and quantum gravity at Ohio State University's Physics Research Building.

Jenny Hawkinsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Microeconomic theory
• Law and economics
• Industrial organization
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Jenny Hawkins serves as Associate Professor of Economics and Associate Dean for Undergraduate and Integrated Studies at Case Western Reserve University's Weatherhead School of Management, appointed in 2014. She teaches core courses including Economic Analysis of Business Strategy, Law and Economics, and Principles of Microeconomics while advising the Women in Economics club and Honors Economics theses. Education PhD in Economics, University of Arizona (2011) Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Economics, Idaho State University Her research program bridges microeconomic theory and legal frameworks through dual-methodological approaches. Specializing in industrial organization and antitrust enforcement, she investigates historical regulatory patterns during economic crises and develops Bayesian models for securities litigation analysis. Recent work examines art market investments and advertising preference misalignments, published in journals like the Journal of Institutional and Theoretical Economics and Eastern Economic Journal . Publication trends reveal consistent focus on antitrust law evolution since 2011, with methodological expansion into Bayesian statistics after 2015. Her 2020 event studies research represents a significant technical advancement in litigation analysis, while ongoing historical investigations of Depression-era enforcement demonstrate longitudinal scholarly commitment. Scientific Recognition Carl E. Wittke Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2019) J. Bruce Jackson, M.D. Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Mentoring (2019) Weatherhead Undergraduate Teaching Award (2019) Learning Fellows 2.0 Fellowship (2019) As Associate Dean, she directs undergraduate and specialty masters programs while facilitating employer connections for student consulting projects. Her administrative leadership complements active thesis supervision and club mentorship, creating integrated academic pathways for economics students. Professional engagement extends through Twitter (@jrhawkins) and LinkedIn networks. Departmental initiatives under her purview emphasize experiential learning through real-world consulting engagements, strengthening industry-academia partnerships in Northeast Ohio's business community.

Thomas Obel Hansenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Transitional Justice
• International Criminal Law
• Human Rights Law
• +۱۴ مورد دیگر

Thomas Obel Hansen is a Senior Lecturer in Law at the School of Law, Ulster University, and a member of the Transitional Justice Institute (TJI) since 2016. He is currently on an external research appointment as Maria Zambrano Distinguished Researcher at Carlos III University of Madrid and serves as Senior Research Fellow with the International Council of Environmental Law (ICEL). His academic work bridges law, politics, and human rights, with a strong focus on transitional and international justice. His educational background includes an LLM (2007) and PhD in Law (2010) from Aarhus University Law School, Denmark. Prior to joining Ulster, he worked with the United States International University in Nairobi and as a consultant on human rights and transitional justice in East Africa. His research interests center on transitional justice , international criminal law , accountability for war crimes , civil society’s role in justice processes , ICC complementarity , and the emerging field of environmental crime and ecocide . He employs both doctrinal and socio-legal methodologies, often engaging with political and institutional dynamics. The analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on justice mechanisms in politically complex environments, especially in Kenya, Palestine, Iraq, and the UK. His work critically examines the legitimacy, effectiveness, and political constraints of international justice institutions, particularly the ICC. A growing trend in his scholarship is the exploration of environmental harm as an international crime, aligning with broader SDG objectives. Maria Zambrano Distinguished Researcher, Carlos III University of Madrid (2023–2024) Member, American Society of International Law Advisor to UNDP, Open Society Justice Initiative, Danish Foreign Ministry, International Centre for Transitional Justice Funding from Danish Research Council, British Academy/Leverhulme, Royal Irish Academy, Open Society Foundations Thomas Hansen has supervised four research projects and advised multiple early-career researchers. His externally funded projects include a 4-year Danish Research Council initiative on standardization in transitional justice and a British Academy/Leverhulme project on accountability for British war crimes in Iraq. He actively contributes to public policy through submissions to UK Parliamentary committees, government consultations, and the UN Human Rights Council. He is affiliated with the Transitional Justice Institute (TJI) at Ulster University, a leading research center in the field, and collaborates extensively with scholars and practitioners across Europe, Africa, and North America. His current external role at Carlos III University and ICEL underscores his integration into global research networks focused on justice innovation and environmental law.

Jo Martin Stigenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Criminal Law
• Human Rights Law
• International Humanitarian Law
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jo Martin Stigen serves as Professor at the University of Agder's Department of Law, specializing in international criminal law with a focus on the International Criminal Court (ICC), complementarity principles, and universal jurisdiction. His academic work bridges theoretical frameworks and practical applications in prosecuting international atrocities. Research interests center on ICC admissibility procedures , immunities for human rights violators , and Norwegian implementation of international criminal law . Key themes include the tension between state sovereignty and international accountability, dolus eventualis in criminal attempt doctrine, and post-conflict transitional justice mechanisms. His publications critically examine how universal jurisdiction functions in national courts and the practical challenges of ICC-state cooperation. Recent scholarly trends reveal deepening analysis of Nordic contributions to human rights governance Sports regulation through criminal law lenses Editorial leadership in the Nordic Journal of Human Rights Media commentary on high-profile cases (Saddam Hussein, NOKAS robbery) Professional activities include extensive media engagement as legal analyst for NRK, TV2, and major newspapers, where he provides expert commentary on international criminal proceedings, asylum cases, and war crimes investigations. His public scholarship demonstrates consistent commitment to translating complex legal concepts for broader societal understanding.

Daniel Weixمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Catalysis
• Organic Synthesis
• Organometallic Chemistry
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Daniel Weix is the Wayland E. Noland Distinguished Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He leads the Weix Group, a multidisciplinary team investigating new catalytic reactions for organic synthesis, with labs located on the 5th floor of Shain Tower. Education B.A. 2000, Columbia University (Chemistry) Ph.D. 2005, University of California, Berkeley (with Prof. Jonathan Ellman) Postdoc 2005–2006, Yale University (with Prof. John Hartwig) Postdoc 2006–2008, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (with Prof. John Hartwig) Research Interests Prof. Weix’s program centers on conceptually new catalytic methods that merge mechanistic organometallic chemistry with practical synthetic utility. Current emphases include: Cross-electrophile coupling of two different electrophiles (aryl halides, alkyl halides, acid chlorides, enones, epoxides, etc.) Radical–transition-metal cooperative catalysis First-row transition-metal catalysis (Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu) Multimetallic catalytic cycles Mechanistic elucidation to inspire new reaction design Recent Publication Trends Between 2023 and 2025, the Weix lab has published prolifically (>35 articles) on nickel- and cobalt-catalyzed cross-electrophile coupling, electrochemical variants, photoredox/metallaphotoredox hybrids, and the fundamental mechanistic understanding that underpins these transformations. Key themes include expanding substrate scope to challenging heteroarenes and sterically hindered partners, translating reactions into non-amide solvents, and leveraging computational guidance for ligand discovery. Students & Teams The Weix Group currently comprises 10 graduate students, 2 postdoctoral researchers, and 5 undergraduate researchers. Graduate students are drawn from top programs nationwide and receive integrated training in organic synthesis and organometallic mechanism. Weekly group meetings, safety seminars, and outreach activities foster a collaborative environment. Contact Room 5132, Shain Tower (1101 University Avenue) Madison, WI 53706 Phone: (608) 262-0541 Email: dweix@wisc.edu

Adam B. Levyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optimization
• Variational Analysis
• Numerical Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam B. Levy is the Viola Ward Brinning and Elbert Calhoun Brinning Professor of Mathematics at Bowdoin College, located in Brunswick, Maine. His research focuses on optimization, variational analysis, and numerical methods, with a particular interest in the convergence behavior of algorithms and the application of these theories to real-world problem-solving. He teaches advanced courses such as Multivariate Calculus and Optimization, emphasizing practical applications and computational methods. Levy holds a PhD from the University of Washington and a BA from Williams College. His work bridges theoretical foundations and practical implementations, as seen in his textbooks like "The Basics of Practical Optimization" and "Optimal Control: From Variations to Nanosatellites" , which integrate Python-based computational exercises. His research monographs explore topics such as basin entropy, reduce-or-retreat minimization frameworks, and the stability of solutions in nonlinear systems. Levy's publications span over three decades, addressing algorithmic design, convergence analysis, and sensitivity in optimization problems. His contributions include foundational studies on coderivatives, multifunction stability, and the application of variational principles to complex systems. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publication record and academic roles highlight his significant contributions to the field of mathematical optimization.