جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mayank Goelمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mobile Computing
• Sensing
• Signal Processing
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mayank Goel serves as an Assistant Professor in the Software and Societal Systems Department (S3D) at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science. His research bridges computer science and societal impact through practical sensing systems that leverage existing environmental devices for health monitoring and human-computer interaction without requiring hardware modifications. Dr. Goel specializes in mobile computing, signal processing, and machine learning to develop unobtrusive health technologies applicable to real-world scenarios. His core research areas include passive activity recognition for chronic disease management (particularly multiple sclerosis), privacy-preserving acoustic sensing, smartwatch-based clinical interventions for post-operative care, and equitable healthcare systems for global development contexts. He emphasizes end-to-end solutions through close collaboration with medical professionals and designers to ensure immediate deployability outside laboratory environments. Analysis of his 2024-2025 publications reveals a strong interdisciplinary focus spanning computer science, biomedical engineering, and clinical practice. Key trends include longitudinal digital phenotyping for neurological conditions, on-device privacy preservation in activity recognition, and multimodal procedural assistance systems. His work consistently addresses real-world challenges in sensor placement flexibility, user adoption barriers, and equitable access to medical technologies. No scientific awards were mentioned in the available documentation. Information regarding student advising, research grants, or laboratory affiliations was not specified in the provided materials, though his publication record indicates active collaboration with medical professionals and bio-engineers for clinical validation of health technologies.

Lillian Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Social Computing
• Computational Social Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lillian Lee is a Professor of Computer Science at Cornell University, affiliated with the College of Computing and Information Science. Her research bridges natural language processing (NLP) and social interaction, focusing on how computational methods can analyze and facilitate socially embedded processes. She co-developed the course “Natural Language Processing and Social Interaction” and leads the Cornell NLP Group. Her work spans sentiment analysis, computational social science, and multimodal interaction, with notable contributions to understanding language features in persuasion, online debate dynamics, and humor comprehension. Key research interests include analyzing digital traces of social interaction, evaluating AI systems through human-centered criteria, and exploring the interplay between language structure and societal influence. Recent projects examine pivotal moments in mental health counseling, cross-cultural historical narratives on Wikipedia, and the role of wording in message propagation. Awards: ACM Fellow, ACL Distinguished Service Award (2021), Test of Time Award, Fellow of the Association for Computational Linguistics Labs/Teams: Member of the Cornell Natural Language Processing Group Advising: Mentored numerous students whose work has driven impactful projects in NLP and computational social science

Laraine Porterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• British cinema history
• Silent cinema
• Women and cinema
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Laraine Porter is a Senior Lecturer in Film at De Montfort University, affiliated with the Leicester Media School within the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media. She is a core member of the Cinema and Television History Centre (CATH) research group, contributing significantly to the study of British cinema history. Her research focuses on British silent cinema, with particular expertise in silent film music, the role of women in early cinema, the transition from silent to sound films in Britain (1929–1932), British film comedy, and cinema exhibition practices. Her work bridges academic scholarship and public engagement through film festivals and archival projects. Her recent publications and presentations explore themes such as female desire in silent cinema, the feminization of film music, the impact of sound technology on women’s voices, and the cultural significance of British silent film comedy. She has contributed to major reference works and edited collections, demonstrating sustained scholarly output. Scientific Awards: No specific awards listed in the provided text. Laraine Porter supervises PhD students, including Vivienne Chadder and Sandra Frost. She has secured external funding from Arts Council England, EM Media/National Lottery, and Creative England, as well as internal RIF funding for research and the British Silent Film Festival. Her consultancy work includes directing the Broadway Media Centre and curating film festivals, highlighting her leadership in media exhibition and policy. She is actively involved in professional networks, serving on the steering group of the Women’s Film and TV History Network and as a former trustee of MACE and Ridewise Ltd. Her public engagement includes BBC appearances, festival presentations, and media interviews, reinforcing her role as a public scholar in film history.

Andrea Grahamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Evolutionary ecology
• Immunology
• Parasitology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrea Graham is a Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Princeton University and an HMEI Associated Faculty member. Her research integrates immunology, ecology, parasitology, and evolutionary biology to explore immune heterogeneity, host-parasite dynamics, and disease transmission. Her work emphasizes evolutionary immunology , focusing on how immune system behavior emerges from cellular interactions, particularly cytokines and antibodies. She investigates how natural selection shapes immune strategies, parasite virulence, and the ecological impacts of immune responses. The 15 most recent articles highlight her interdisciplinary approach, with themes spanning host defense mechanisms , parasite transmission , rewilded mouse models , and serological data analysis . These publications address critical questions in public health , zoonotic diseases , and immune system modeling . Andrea was honored with the Phi Beta Kappa Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching in 2025, reflecting her dedication to mentoring. Her lab includes a dynamic team of undergraduate researchers, graduate students, and technical staff, contributing to studies on topics like malaria-helminth co-infections and environmental microbiota effects . The Graham Group collaborates extensively through networks like the EEB Disease Group , Princeton Global Health Program , and the Infectious Disease Evolution Across Scales RCN . They hosted the 2019 Ecology & Evolution of Infectious Diseases (EEID) conference , despite unexpected challenges like a norovirus outbreak.

Oluwaseun Sangodoyinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biosensor Development
• Remote Sensing of Vital Signs
• Biotelemetry for Gastrointestinal Devices and Neural Implants
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Oluwaseun Sangodoyin is an Assistant Professor in the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Georgia Institute of Technology, holding the Sutterfield Family Early Career Professorship. He joined Georgia Tech in 2022 as a tenure-track faculty member after completing a postdoctoral fellowship at the same institution (2018–2022). His academic background includes a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (USC, 2018), M.Sc. (USC, 2009), and B.Sc. (Oklahoma State University, 2007). Research interests focus on bioengineering and wireless systems, including biosensor development, remote sensing, gastrointestinal biotelemetry, endoscopic imaging via wireless capsules, device-to-device communications, and radar localization. His work bridges biomedical applications with advanced engineering solutions. Education: Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California (2018) M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California (2009) B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Oklahoma State University (2007) Awards: Sutterfield Family Postdoctoral Fellowship (2021) Presidential Merit Award, Oklahoma State University (2006) Outside academia, Sangodoyin is an avid tennis player, art enthusiast, and enjoys Thai cuisine. He humorously identifies as a 'secret' semiotician.

• Media Studies
• Communication
• Journalism
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen Harrington is a researcher at Queensland University of Technology , affiliated with the Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice and the School of Communication . His work bridges media studies , journalism , political communication , and digital culture , focusing on how entertainment , satire , and social media shape public knowledge and information dissemination. Research Interests : Media convergence and television in the digital age Dynamics of disinformation , conspiracy theories , and political communication Role of satire and unorthodox news forms in public engagement Notable Contributions : Analyzed social media usage during the COVID-19 pandemic (2025) Developed computational methods for studying problematic news-sharing on Facebook (2023) Co-authored QUT DMRC submissions to Senate inquiries on digital misinformation (2024) His recent 15 publications (2004–2025) span topics like media policy , platform accountability , and audience behavior across social media , TV news , and digital journalism . While specific scientific awards and students are not documented in the provided materials, his work consistently addresses the intersection of entertainment and information in contemporary media landscapes.

• Political Communication
• Nonverbal Communication
• Emotion in Politics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Patrick A Stewart serves as Professor and Director of Online Education in the Department of Political Science at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, within the College of Arts and Sciences. His research bridges political science, psychology, and technology, focusing on nonverbal communication dynamics in high-stakes political contexts. His educational trajectory includes an A.A. from St. Petersburg J.C. (1987), B.A. (1988) and M.A. (1991) from the University of Central Florida, and a Ph.D. from Northern Illinois University (1998). Stewart specializes in decoding emotional responses to political leaders' nonverbal behavior using Facial Action Coding System (FACS) methodology. His work examines micro-expressions, laughter, and audience reactions during debates, presidential addresses, and elections, with growing emphasis on AI biometrics ethics. This research has been published in PLoS ONE , Political Psychology , and Computers in Human Behavior , and featured in The New York Times , The Washington Post , and Vox . He co-created the educational game "Citizenship Quest" to explore trust-building in political simulations. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on presidential communication effectiveness, particularly laughter and micro-expressions as leadership indicators. His work spans historical analyses (Reagan's "great communicator" persona) and contemporary events (Trump-era debates, Brexit), utilizing interdisciplinary methods combining ethology, biometrics, and game-based learning. No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials. Stewart directs online education initiatives while maintaining an active research agenda; no student advising details or grant information were specified in the source texts. His "Citizenship Quest" project represents applied efforts to translate political psychology research into educational tools.

Ilona Buchemمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Digital Media
• Communication
• Collaboration
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Ilona Buchem is a Professor of Communication and Media Studies at the Berlin University of Applied Sciences (BHT), Department I of Business and Social Sciences. She serves as Head of the Communication Laboratory and leads research in human-robot interaction, educational robotics, and technology-enhanced learning. Her work spans multiple interdisciplinary projects including Social Robotics, Open Virtual Mobility, and ePA-Coach, focusing on digital media for communication, collaboration, and digital sovereignty for older adults in healthcare contexts. Dr. Buchem holds a doctorate in business education from Humboldt University and a certificate in business administration from the University of St. Gallen, Switzerland. Her academic background bridges business education with digital media expertise, positioning her at the intersection of technology and communication for innovative educational approaches. Her research interests focus on human-robot interaction in educational contexts, social robotics for learning, AI applications in education, and digital media for communication and collaboration. She explores how robots can serve as educational tools in business studies, language learning, and health-related applications. Her work also investigates digital sovereignty, particularly for older adults using electronic health records, and the use of open digital credentials like Open Badges for recognizing learning achievements. The integration of gamification elements with social robots represents another significant strand of her research, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on practical applications of social robots in educational settings, particularly examining student perceptions of different robot platforms (NAO, Pepper, Furhat). Her work increasingly integrates generative AI with robotics, exploring conversational interfaces and new learning paradigms. There's also a consistent thread examining digital literacy for seniors, especially regarding electronic health records, and innovative approaches to recognizing learning through micro-credentials and digital badges. Dr. Buchem actively supervises numerous bachelor's and master's theses across multiple programs including Business Administration: Digital Economy and Media Informatics Online. She has established a digital award system based on Open Badges to recognize outstanding thesis work with top grades. Her research is supported through various funding sources including BMBF, EU, DFG, and industry partners, with projects spanning social robotics, virtual reality applications, and digital credentialing systems that connect academic research with practical applications. She leads the Communication Laboratory at BHT and is actively involved in the 'House of Robotics' initiative at the university. Her work connects with international partners through projects like Social Robotics (EU) and Open Virtual Mobility, creating a global network for educational robotics research and development that bridges European institutions and promotes cross-cultural educational exchange.

Nicholas Brodyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Communication Studies
• Social Psychology
• Technology and Society
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Brody is a Professor of Communication Studies at the University of Puget Sound. His research focuses on the social implications of technology, with a particular emphasis on relational communication, cyberbullying, and post-breakup digital behaviors. He teaches courses on communication theory, quantitative methods, and mediated relationships. Brody holds a BS from The University of Texas at Austin (2005), an MA from Arizona State University (2009), and a PhD from The University of Texas at Austin (2013). His work has been recognized with the Thomas A. Davis teaching award (2019) and the Puget Sound faculty research award (2016 and 2024). Key research areas include bystander intervention in cyberbullying, memory management post-breakup, and the role of humor in relationships. His studies appear in journals like Communication Monographs , Journal of Social and Personal Relationships , and Computers in Human Behavior . Brody emphasizes the intersection of technology and human interaction, exploring how digital platforms shape relational processes and identity. Contact: Jones 300D, 253.879.3340, nbrody@pugetsound.edu

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Human-AI Collaboration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adrian Vågberg is a doctoral student at KTH Royal Institute of Technology's PHYSICS OF LIGHT AND MATTER department. His research focuses on Artificial Intelligence , particularly the intersection of Human-AI Collaboration and Meme Analysis . He contributed to a groundbreaking study on AI-generated humor, published in 2025, analyzing how humans and large language models (LLMs) co-create memes. The work highlights AI's productivity alongside human creativity in crafting culturally resonant content. His work emphasizes Quantitative evaluation of meme creativity/shareability Human-AI iterative design processes Cultural context in digital humor As part of the Interactive Media Technology program, his research bridges computational creativity and social media dynamics. No specific awards or grants are listed, though his work is part of KTH's broader AI research initiatives.

Rebecca Adler-Nissenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• International Relations
• Practice Theory
• Diplomacy
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Adler-Nissen is a Professor of International Politics at the Department of Political Science , University of Copenhagen , and Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Copenhagen Centre for Social Data Science (SODAS) . Her academic career spans roles as Associate Professor (2013–2016) and Visiting Scholar at institutions like the University of Sydney and McGill University. She holds a PhD (2009) and MSc (2005) from the University of Copenhagen, along with a diploma from Sciences Po, Paris (2002–2003). Her research intersects International Relations , Practice Theory , and Digital Diplomacy , with theoretical emphasis on International Political Sociology , Stigma , and Norms . She explores how digital technologies reshape diplomacy, focusing on sovereignty , disinformation , and EU integration , particularly through projects like Digital Sovereignty (VELUX) and HOPE (Carlsberg). Her 15 most recent articles (2021–2024) examine topics like digital sovereignty in Gaia-X, blended diplomacy through social media, and contestation of the liberal order . Keywords span International Relations , EU Policy , and Science and Technology Studies . Scientific Awards Distinguished Scholar in Diplomatic Studies EliteForsk Prize Nils Klim Prize Royal Danish Academy of Sciences and Letters Silver Medal (2017) Carlsberg Foundation’s Researcher of the Month (2021) She supervises PhD students including Anna Helene Kvist Møller and Nicklas Johansen, and has advised completed candidates like Alexei Tsinovoi and Yevgeniy Golovchenko. Her advisory roles include the Danish Government’s Expert Group on Tech Giants and the Danish Intelligence Oversight Board . She co-leads projects funded by the VELUX Foundation and Carlsberg Foundation .

Francisco Benigno Yus Ramosمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pragmatics
• Relevance Theory
• Media Discourse
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Francisco Benigno Yus Ramos is a full professor at the University of Alicante, Spain, specializing in Pragmatics. He holds a PhD in English Philology and focuses on applying Relevance Theory to media discourses, conversational analysis, and Internet-mediated communication. His work spans interdisciplinary areas including humor, irony, and digital communication. Doctor of Philosophy and Letters (English Philology) - University of Alicante (1995) Graduate in Philosophy and Letters (English Philology) - University of Alicante (1993) Bachelor of Arts (English Philology) - University of Granada (1987) Diploma in Teaching (English Philology) - University of Granada (1984) His research applies Relevance Theory to diverse contexts such as alternative comics, mass media, and digital communication. Key areas include conversational cooperation, gender discourse, written-oral interfaces, and the pragmatic analysis of humor and irony in online environments. He has pioneered the concept of Cyberpragmatics to explain digital communication dynamics. Recent publications highlight his focus on digital communication trends, including books on Cyberpragmatics (2001, 2011), Smartphone Communication (2021), and Emoji Pragmatics (2025). His work bridges theoretical pragmatics with real-world applications in social media, mobile technology, and multimedia discourse. Scientific Activities: Editor-in-chief of the journal Internet Pragmatics (John Benjamins). Current director of the Department of English Philology at the University of Alicante and member of research groups Professional and Academic English (IPA) and Irony and Humor in Spanish (GRIALE) .

Faiza Hirjiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media Representation
• Race and Media
• Religion and Media
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Faiza Hirji is a Professor in the Department of Communication Studies and Media Arts at McMaster University, currently serving as President of the Canadian Communication Association (CCA) after previously holding roles as Vice President and member at large. She also contributed to the Hamilton Council of Aging Board of Directors from 2015 to 2021. Her research focuses on critical intersections of identity and media, with key interests including: Media representation of race, religion, ethnicity, and gender Media's role in identity construction Media within diasporic/transnational communities Representation of Muslim women in contemporary media Intersectional community communications as critical EDI work Hirji's scholarly output reveals sustained engagement with representation politics, particularly examining South Asian and Muslim communities in Canadian media landscapes. Her work spans Bollywood narratives, algorithmic bias in streaming platforms, Islamophobic discourse, and social media activism, consistently challenging normative frameworks through decolonial and intersectional lenses. She co-directs an SSHRC-funded project on intersectional community communications and has co-edited significant special issues: 'Bollywood, Power and Politics' (Global Media Journal – Canadian Edition, 2021) and 'racism and colonialism in Canadian communication studies' (Canadian Journal of Communication, 2022). Her book 'Dreaming in Canadian: South Asian Youth, Bollywood and Belonging' (UBC Press, 2010) established foundational insights into diasporic youth identity. Hirji collaborates with leading scholars including Sikata Banerjee, Yasmin Jiwani, and Kirsten McAllister on research initiatives addressing systemic inequities. Her teaching portfolio includes doctoral seminars in Communication Studies and undergraduate courses like 'Race, Religion and Media', reflecting her commitment to critical pedagogy through 2025.

Miriam A. Locherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Interpersonal Pragmatics
• Linguistic Politeness
• Relational Work
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Miriam A. Locher is a Professor of the Linguistics of English at the University of Basel's Department of Languages and Literatures within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. She teaches in the BA English, MA English, and MA Language and Communication programs and is a member of the eucor Hermann-Paul School of Linguistics for PhD students in linguistics. Her research focuses on interpersonal pragmatics, linguistic politeness, relational work, and computer-mediated communication. She has led projects such as 'Language and Health Online' (SNF 2012–2016) and currently explores 'Pragmatics of Fiction: Lay subtitling and online communal viewing' (UniBas 2019-current). Her research output includes monographs on pragmatics in translation, corpus pragmatics, and the pragmatics of fiction. She edits the 'Pragmatics & Beyond New Series' for Benjamins and the 'Journal of Pragmatics'. Locher administers the SWELL mailing list for Swiss English linguistics researchers. Her work bridges theoretical and applied linguistics, with a focus on digital discourse, health communication, and fan translation practices. Recent publications emphasize online interaction dynamics, such as fan translations of Korean TV dramas and communal viewing practices on platforms like Viki. She explores how humor, emotive stance, and relational work shape communication in digital spaces. Her research integrates cross-cultural and global perspectives, addressing politeness and impoliteness in diverse contexts. Locher’s contributions to pragmatics highlight the evolving role of media and technology in shaping linguistic practices and social interactions.

Gila Safran Navehمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Holocaust Studies
• Genocide Studies
• Critical Theory
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Gila Safran Naveh holds the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati Chair in Judaic Studies and serves as Department Head at the University of Cincinnati. She specializes in Holocaust Studies, Genocide Studies, Critical Theory, and Gender and Judaism, with interdisciplinary expertise in Semiotics and Linguistics. Her academic trajectory includes roles from Visiting Assistant Professor (1978-1986) to full Professor (1999–present). Education: Ph.D. in Comparative Literature, University of California San Diego, 1981 Ph.D.C. in Linguistics and Comparative Literature, UC San Diego, 1979 B.A. in Comparative Literature & Near Eastern Studies, Hebrew University, 1969 Multiple additional degrees from San Diego State University (1973–1974) Her research bridges textual analysis with cultural and psychological dimensions, particularly focusing on Holocaust survivors’ narratives, semiotics, and gender dynamics. Key works include Biblical Parables and Their Modern Recreations (2000) and Unpacking the Heart with Words (in progress). She has organized major conferences, including the Semiotic Society of America meetings in 1988 and 2010, and founded the Center for Jewish Cultures and Ideas. Awards include the George C. Barbour Award (2006) and Edith Alexander Award (2000) for teaching excellence. Awards: Fellow of the Academy for Teaching and Learning (2010) Skirball Fellowship (1997) Multiple teaching awards (1996–2006) Her courses span Holocaust literature, Jewish humor, and film studies, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary pedagogy. She advises on scholarly journals and serves on boards for the Cincinnati Psychoanalytic Institute and Rockwern Academy.